THE CITY CONFESSIONS

Today's episode features two guests, Kay Kim (co founder and creative director of Rooted) and Olivia Claparols (marketing director of Rooted). Rooted is a plant company whose mission is to "reconnect people with nature, one houseplant at a time." Hear how Kay founded Rooted with his partner, Ryan Lee and how they are growing the company and what their main mission is. Olivia Claparols also explains how she got involved with Rooted and how her background ties perfectly with Rooted's vision and values. They both talk more about their experience in NYC as well as their positive friend and work relationship. There's also a funny and unexpected confession from the both of them that you don't want to miss! If you are interested in plants or want to know more about Rooted, check out their website https://rooted.nyc. You can also visit their shop at 191 Centre Street

This episode features Alexandra Pankratova, a talented Russian blogger who is currently living out her dream in NYC. Hear how she got started on Instagram and built her impressive following through her love for photography. She also tells an interesting and entertaining story about an unforgettable and unique experience she encountered in NYC so you don't want to miss out on that! Alexandra Pankratova also opens up about the struggle with obtaining a visa as a Russian immigrant in America and has a personal confession that relates to a misconception she had about Russians and NYC. You can find her on Instagram @pankratova916 and if you have any questions regarding this episode, feel free to email [email protected]. 

This episode features Andreina Valderrama, an inspiring fashion blogger and marketing specialist from Venezuela. Hear why she had to flee her home country and how she came to NYC without knowing a single soul or having a place to stay. She opens up about her journey and struggle when she first came to America. However, her story is one that will undoubtedly motivate you to go after your dreams because she is doing that right now. Andreina Valderrama explains why she has a positive mindset and gives advice on how to adopt a healthy perspective on life. You can connect with Andreina Valderrama on Instagram @Andreina Valderrama and make sure to check out her blog https://andreinavalderrama.com/. You can also email [email protected] if you have any feedback or questions regarding this episode.

Get ready for an in-depth, powerful episode featuring digital marketing expert, Betul Yidiz, a mom of twin girls and fashion technology blogger. Hear her journey of coming to NYC for love and her struggles of finding her place in the city. She opens up about numerous topics that people don't normally talk about including post partum depression, societal pressures about what a mom should act, feel and look like, financial struggles with living in NYC and much more! This episode focuses primarily on motherhood and exposes the not so glamorous side of it. Betul Yidiz hopes that by sharing her story and confession, other moms can feel like they're not alone if they feel the same way. She is also currently looking for full time opportunities in the city and if you or someone you know is hiring, please email her [email protected]. You can also follow her on Instagram @alleygirl and her blog http://alleygirl.com/. If you have further questions regarding this episode, feel free to email [email protected]. 

Season 2 welcomes our first guest, Stephanie O`Quigley who is a beauty publicist from Ireland. Hear how she made a name for herself as a beauty blogger in Ireland to a beauty publicist in NYC. She opens up about the difficulty of getting a visa in USA, but explains that the process never scared or prevented her from living out her dream in NYC. She expresses how much NYC has shaped her life and has helped her grow to the woman she is today. Make sure to follow her blog https://stephanieoquigley.com/ and her instagram @stephanieoquigley. She also started her own podcast which is called The Wall and you can check it out on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3dIHzFlz3CkG0h7G72pMZt. Feel free to email [email protected] should you have any questions regarding this episode.

Welcome to Season 2! The first episode of this season is a solo one from your host, Mariann Yip. She opens up about life updates and what she currently is feeling and going through. Hear her confession about struggling to find her life's purpose and what she plans on doing to get out of her creative and professional rut. You can keep up with Mariann Yip on her Instagram @mariann_yip and you can email [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback regarding this episode.

This episode is a solo one featuring your host, Mariann Yip. It will also be the last episode of the season as Mariann Yip is planning a mini summer hiatus to get her life together. She updates her listeners on her life and talks briefly about what's going on personally, socially, emotionally and professionally. She then reveals yet another health confession regarding her relationship, outlook and struggle with food and control. Hear more about what she has to stay about this constant battle and how she's planning to overcome it. You can find Mariann Yip on Instagram @mariann_yip. Feel free to also check out her blog WWW.MARIANNYC.COM and email [email protected] if you have any feedback or questions regarding this episode. 

In this 20th episode, we have Dara Mersky, who is the head of Marketing at WTHN, a wellness studio situated in Flatiron Manhattan, that believes in Ancient healing for modern life  with acupuncture + all-organic herb blends. Dara Mersky is a newbie to the city as she moved for her new role only seven months ago from Texas. Hear why she decided to move to NYC with no hesitations and why this city fuels her. She also reveals how she discovered acupuncture as well as WTHN. Through her self discovery, she explains why she values self care and what that means to her. If you are interested in learning more about WTHN, visit their website https://wthn.com/ and on Instagram @wthn and you can also find Dara on Instagram at @daratheexplora12. If you have any further questions regarding this episode, email [email protected].