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| What is Healthy Screen Time? Reclaiming Real Connection | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:39:29 | |
Foster and Cesar dive deep into our screen habits, asking the vital question: what does a healthy relationship with your phone actually look like? They share their evolving perspectives on smartphones, screen time, and social media, especially as parents who are navigating the decision of when (and how) to introduce tech to their children. They examine not just the mental health data around screen use, but also the emotional undercurrents: dopamine addiction, numbing, comparison culture, and the aching loneliness that can exist in the age of hyper-connectivity. This is a warm, non-judgmental conversation for anyone wrestling with digital burnout, setting phone boundaries, or seeking alternatives to screen-based connection. Drawing on their own family systems and creative lives, Foster and Cesar unpack screen time as the "new fast food," exploring how to treat smartphones as tools (not lifelines) and how real-life community and mindful connection are the true antidotes to digital overwhelm. A must-listen for anyone exploring digital wellness, conscious social media use, and building meaningful relationships in a tech-saturated world. In this episode they explore:
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You can also watch the episodes on YouTube! If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| What We Learned in Therapy (That Everyone Should Know) | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:49:29 | |
In this episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar bring you 12 unforgettable therapy lessons that reshaped their lives. Drawing from years of individual therapy, couples therapy, Jungian analysis, and parts work, they share tangible wisdom that listeners can apply to their own healing and communication journeys. Whether you’re navigating family dynamics, learning to self-regulate, or trying to let go of old stories, this episode is full of relatable and transformative moments. They also discuss powerful therapeutic tools like Internal Family Systems (IFS), the importance of repair in relationships, and how to show up truthfully without controlling the outcome. If you’re craving real talk about mental health, personal responsibility, emotional intelligence, and how to actually change, this episode is one to bookmark and revisit. In this episode they explore:
Cesar mentions his accident, which is detailed in Cesar’s Accident: The Scars of Rebirth. If this episode spoke to you, you may enjoy The Eating Habits We Didn’t Choose, where we explore the truth of disordered eating and how to heal. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| How to Spot a Gatekeeper (Even If It's You) | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:36:04 | |
Foster and Cesar dive into the topic of gatekeepers—those visible and invisible forces that control access to success, opportunity, healing, and recognition. They explore how gatekeeping shows up in creative industries, media, friendships, and even family dynamics. With vulnerable storytelling, they unpack moments where they’ve felt on the outside looking in and how they've reclaimed power by creating their own doors—or walking away entirely. This episode is a call to self-trust and liberation. Through honest and sometimes embarrassing revelations, Foster and Cesar invite you to consider where you might be waiting for permission instead of granting it to yourself. If you’ve ever felt like someone else held the keys to your next step—this one is for you. In this episode:
Also mentioned: The loss of Foster’s son Wilde, outlined in Episode 3. Community leader and actress Leonora Pitts. The Narrative Life of Frederick Douglass If this episode spoke to you, you will love Breaking Open where Foster & Cesar explore transformation through leaps of faith. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| Cesar's Accident: The Scars of Rebirth | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:37:52 | |
In this powerful episode, Cesar bravely recounts the night he was physically assaulted by a group of men—a traumatic event that left him with severe physical injuries and a deep, unshakable imprint on his psyche that changed him forever. He details the harrowing moments of the attack and the grueling recovery process that forced him to confront deep-seated anger, self-loathing, and the loss of his previous identity as a boxer and physical trainer. Throughout the episode, Cesar shares how this life-altering experience, though steeped in pain and vulnerability, ultimately led him to a transformative journey. By choosing to let go of his justified anger and embrace forgiveness and self-love, he not only began healing physically but also embarked on a spiritual rebirth. For anyone facing a rock bottom, this episode may resonate with hope for renewal and inner peace. In this episode:
Foster also mentions the loss of her son Wilde, which is discussed in Episode 3: Foster’s Loss. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong | |||
| Say More! Boomers, Benders and Bare Skin | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:27:03 | |
In this lively episode, Foster and Cesar introduce a soul-bearing conversation game that fast-tracked their emotional intimacy. With thought-provoking and hilarious questions, they reveal unexpected truths, from childhood food obsessions to spontaneous skinny-dipping stories. Along the way, they explore deep themes like healing through food, navigating anxiety, and the generational shifts in values. In this episode, they explore:
Also mentioned: The powerful documentary The Work by Jairus McLeary and Gethin Aldous. If this episode spoke to you, you will love The Beauty of Letting Go where we explore how control is an illusion. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong | |||
| Foster’s Loss: Sunflowers and the Choice to Feel Pain | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:39:51 | |
In this heartfelt episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster shares her deeply personal experience with pregnancy loss and grief. She opens up about her journey through the devastating news, the difficult decisions, and the emotional and physical aftermath. Alongside Cesar, they explore the healing process, looking for light along the way, and the importance of sharing our stories. This episode is a powerful reflection on grief, surrender, and transformation, as well as the unexpected beauty that emerged from the darkest season of Foster’s life. Content disclosure: pregnancy loss / miscarriage / stillbirth / infant loss In this episode:
Return to Zero: H.O.P.E To support some small but mighty organizations doing great work in this field, please consider donating to: The Skylar Project If this episode spoke to you, you may enjoy Episode 1: Breaking Open. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. We’d love to hear from you—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong | |||
| The Beauty of Letting Go: Finding Peace in Uncertainty and Reparenting Ourselves | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:36:55 | |
In this deeply reflective episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar dive into the challenge of letting go of control and what it truly means to surrender. They explore personal stories of grappling with repetitive thought patterns, from childhood conditioning to parenthood and beyond. Cesar shares his current process of learning how to learn, breaking old patterns of fear and self-doubt, while Foster reflects on the lifelong lesson of surrendering to the unknown—especially through the lens of pregnancy, birth, and parenting. Together, they unpack the voices that shape our inner narratives and discuss how recognizing these voices can lead to greater self-awareness, healing, and grace. Whether you’re navigating relationships, personal growth, or parenting challenges, this episode offers a powerful reminder that true freedom comes from trusting the process. In this episode, we explore:
Connect with us! We want to hear from you. Submit your Word of the Week via email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram. If this episode spoke to you, you will love Episode 1: Breaking Open where we explore taking a leap of faith. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong | |||
| Breaking Open | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:47:48 | |
In this debut episode of Beauty in the Break, hosts Foster Wilson and Cesar Cardona invite you into their world, where deep conversations, raw vulnerability, and the beauty of transformation take center stage. They introduce the heart of the podcast—exploring the moments that break us open and how we find light on the other side. Through personal stories, honest reflections, and thoughtful discussion, they dive into the experience of fear, uncertainty, and taking a leap of faith into the unknown. With humor, depth, and a willingness to be truly seen, this episode is both soul-nourishing and deeply relatable. In this episode, they explore:
If this episode resonated with you, check out Episode 2: The Beauty of Letting Go where Foster & Cesar dive deeper into surrendering to uncertainty. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube.
If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Connect with us! We’d love to hear from you. Send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram @beautyinthebreakpod. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| Trailer | 07 Feb 2025 | 00:01:23 | |
Introducing Beauty in the Break—a podcast about the moments that shatter us and the unexpected beauty that follows. Hosted by public speaker Cesar Cardona and filmmaker & poet Foster Wilson, this show explores the breaking points of life—the loss, the unraveling, the transformation—and the resilience that carries us through. With raw conversations, personal reflections, and stories of healing, Beauty in the Break is a space to sit with life’s fractures and uncover what waits on the other side. Join us every other Tuesday, starting March 4th. Follow Beauty in the Break now so you never miss an episode. Listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. | |||
| Finding Your Authentic Voice with Mel Collins | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:48:12 | |
Award-winning jazz vocalist Mel Collins joins Beauty in the Break for a powerful conversation about healing through music, reclaiming identity, and finding joy in your authentic voice. Mel opens up about her journey from musical theater to jazz after years of vocal nodules, depression, and identity loss. When the discovery of one Ella Fitzgerald CD changed everything, Mel rediscovered her joy—and her calling. Mel talks about navigating two vocal surgeries, aging in entertainment, her identity as a Black American, and how jazz became the liberating art form she was always meant to sing. She shares wisdom for artists, singers, and anyone searching for their path: how to know what’s yours, how to honor your voice, and how grace and pride can carry you through breaking moments. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love Find Laughter in Life & Death with actress/producer Jennica Schwartzman. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Special Guest: Mel Collins | |||
| The Mystery of Life: Death, Spirit Guides & The Beyond (Say More! Vol. 3) | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:36:06 | |
What if your deepest fears about aging weren’t about wrinkles or retirement—but about forgetting your own name, or being forgotten by the people you love? In this soul-stirring episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar return with their listener-favorite “Say More” series for a deeply personal, unscripted conversation on spiritual connection, parenting through imperfection, aging, grief, family patterns, and what might live on after death. Through surprise prompts, they explore the aching beauty of the present moment, the possibility of spirit guides and past lives, and the emotional weight of watching loved ones change—or vanish—over time. From Cesar’s longing to understand the unseen world to Foster’s vision of village-style parenting in modern cities, this episode holds space for vulnerability, wonder, and real-time healing. Whether you're navigating big life transitions, contemplating spiritual beliefs, or simply looking for a reminder that you're not alone, this episode offers a poetic invitation to slow down, say more, and reconnect—with yourself, your people, and the mystery of life. In this episode:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love Say More! Vol. 2 where we reject hustle culture and spill some secrets. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Sobriety is Hot AF: Wisdom from Our Friends (BONUS) | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:22:47 | |
This bonus episode of Beauty in the Break is an extended compilation of wisdom from Foster & Cesar’s joyfully sober friends—real people sharing powerful, funny, and vulnerable reflections on sobriety, addiction, and healing. You’ll hear from Chan Kinchla, Kate Anthony, Megan Stewart, Glenn Milley, Eve Sturges, Johanna Brown, and others. Whether you’re sober curious, reevaluating your relationship with alcohol, or already on the path, this episode offers candid truths and heartfelt encouragement from diverse voices who’ve walked that road. These sobriety stories offer insight, comfort, and inspiration for anyone seeking freedom, clarity, and a more grounded life. In this episode:
If this bonus episode spoke to you, make sure you listen to The Secret of Joyful Sobriety where we explore the surprising joys of getting sober. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| The Secret of Joyful Sobriety: Clarity, Freedom & Feeling Alive | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:44:05 | |
Are you sober curious? What if sobriety wasn’t a loss—but a doorway to something richer, deeper, and more vibrant? In this episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar explore the concept of joyful sobriety—a term that flips the narrative from shame and scarcity to celebration and self-connection. Whether you're newly sober or just beginning to explore what it means to be sober curious, they share how choosing to stop drinking (for vastly different reasons) opened up clarity, creativity, spiritual depth, and real emotional presence. From near-misses and cravings to sober parenting and creative breakthroughs, this conversation weaves together lived experience with gentle wisdom. This episode is an invitation into a world where sobriety isn’t about less—it’s about more. More vibrance, more presence, and more of your real self. In this episode:
Mention Beauty in the Break at Burden of Proof in Pasadena, and get 20% off your purchase! If this episode spoke to you, you will love The Eating Habits We Didn’t Choose where Foster unpacks her diagnosis of an eating disorder. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong | |||
| How to Say “I Was Wrong” (And Why It Feels So Damn Good) | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:36:44 | |
In this episode of Beauty in the Break, Cesar and Foster dive into the vulnerable, often uncomfortable act of admitting when we’re wrong—and how that simple phrase can shift everything. They reflect on how our ego, upbringing, and societal norms all shape our relationship to being right, and how choosing honesty over defensiveness can lead to unexpected moments of intimacy, relief, and growth. Through heartfelt personal stories, they offer the idea that saying “I was wrong” can build deeper connections with kids, partners, colleagues, and even ourselves. This episode is a love letter to imperfection and the courage it takes to be real. In this episode they explore:
Cesar mentions Episode 5: Cesar’s Accident. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| Finding Laughter in Life & Death with Jennica Schwartzman | 20 May 2025 | 01:00:18 | |
After losing her father suddenly, actress, producer, and stand-up comic Jennica Schwartzman turned to comedy, storytelling, and creative community as a way to navigate grief and reclaim her identity. She joins Beauty in the Break for a powerful conversation about healing after loss, diving into stand-up comedy, and the ways her ministry upbringing shaped her voice as a storyteller. Jennica also shares how she continues to build inclusive creative spaces while parenting and producing meaningful art. This is what it’s really like to handle the business of death—from managing legal documents and phone calls to emotionally processing a parent’s digital life. What does it mean to become the adult in your family? What do we inherit beyond objects? And how do we feel alive again? If you've ever wondered how to prepare for a parent's death, how to grieve creatively, or what it means to reinvent yourself after life breaks you open—this is the honest conversation you need to hear. In this episode:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love Episode 3: Foster’s Loss where she tells the story of her late-term pregnancy loss and the beauty on the other side. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong Special Guest: Jennica Schwartzman | |||
| Say More! Vol. 2: Hustle Culture Sucks & Other Dangerously Fun Confessions | 06 May 2025 | 00:31:28 | |
Welcome to the most playful episode yet! In Say More! Vol. 2, Foster and Cesar return with their recurring series where they pull unexpected questions from a deck and go wherever the stories lead. What follows is a ride through ice cream scooping traumas, pit bull heroism, skydiving metaphors, teenage gang life, and what happens when you're faced with a really, really bad boss. Amidst the play, they touch on fear, self-expression, and the transformation that comes from choosing a partner who helps you become more yourself. This episode is a reminder that some of the most beautiful breakthroughs happen when you're just having fun and saying more. In this episode:
Foster mentions Leaps of Faith which is in Episode 1: Breaking Open. If this episode spoke to you, you will love the first volume of this game Say More! Boomers, Benders and Bare Skin! You can also watch the episodes on YouTube! If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps. Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| The Eating Habits We Didn’t Choose: Healing Relationships with Food | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:44:11 | |
Foster and Cesar bravely share their radically different relationships with disordered eating, trauma, and healing. Foster opens up about living with an undiagnosed eating disorder for 22 years—marked by constant food obsession and internalized body shame—before receiving a diagnosis that finally brought relief and a path forward. Cesar shares his story of childhood hunger and neglect, and how that scarcity shaped his adult relationship with food. Together, they explore how trauma lives in the body and how healing requires listening within. If you’re sitting with a complex relationship to food or your body, whether it’s anorexia, bulimia, body dysmorphia, orthorexia, binge-eating, or a more nuanced disordered eating fed to you by diet culture, this episode is designed to be the first step in your healing process. You are not alone. In this episode:
Also mentioned: Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch Our episode on How to Spot a Gatekeeper! You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice memo to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Curiosity Over Conflict: How to Heal Relationships with JJ Brake (Revisiting) | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:59:26 | |
In Part 1 of this moving conversation, Cesar and Foster sit down with Foster’s longtime therapist, JJ Brake, to explore what truly makes relationships thrive. JJ is an expert in couples therapy, parent education, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and shares the three keys to lasting connection. She breaks down how to navigate conflict, communicate courageously, and offers tangible tools for more mindful relationships. In this episode they explore:
To connect with JJ Brake, visit jjbrake.com. Her app Unblend.me is the first platform designed for between-session mental wellness. Try it for free now! Also mentioned:
Listen here to Part 2 of our conversation with JJ. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Special Guest: JJ Brake This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Take Back Your Life from Social Media with Amelia Hruby | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:54:05 | |
Itching to ditch Instagram? Foster and Cesar sit down with feminist writer, philosopher, and podcaster Amelia Hruby, author of Your Attention is Sacred and host of the Off the Grid podcast, for a conversation about social media addiction, the attention economy, and what it really means to reclaim your life, your creativity, and your authentic self from the algorithms designed to keep you scrolling. From the hidden cost of being a content creator on social media to the radical idea that you don't need Instagram to build a thriving business or creative career, this episode explores intentional living, digital boundaries, and the quiet, sacred power of choosing where you put your attention. If you’re burned out, creatively drained, or quietly resentful of the time you spend on your phone, this one’s for you. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love What is Healthy Screentime? where we explore reclaiming real connection with ourselves and others. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong Special Guest: Amelia Hruby This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Do We Actually Suck at Compliments? | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:40:23 | |
Do you struggle with receiving compliments? Foster and Cesar explore the art of giving and receiving compliments. Why do we have such a hard time accepting praise? And what’s the difference between physical and character-based compliments? Together they unpack how authentic affirmation strengthens relationships and how rejecting a compliment is like rejecting a gift. Foster and Cesar also dive into masculine and feminine energy dynamics in how they exchange words of affirmation. They each share their favorite compliments and how to truly make someone’s day. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love Stop Caring What People Think: The Art of Giving Less Fucks. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at WheelerScholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| Question Everything You've Inherited with Brandon Kyle Goodman | 26 May 2026 | 00:56:28 | |
Who would you be if society never got its hands on you? In this expansive conversation, writer, actor, and host of the hilarious podcast Tell Me Something Messy Brandon Kyle Goodman joins Foster and Cesar to discuss ‘disruptive curiosity’, destigmatizing sex, and choosing to be child-free in a society that expects parenthood. Brandon opens up about their new journey on Lexapro, the healing power of talking openly about sex while working on Big Mouth, and the profound decision to not have children despite years of assuming they would. Brandon is both hilarious and wise, as they break down how to live authentically, build community, and break generational cycles by asking the questions no one else wants you to ask, like… aren’t all sports super gay?? In this episode they explore:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love From Homeless to The Oscars: Dedrick Bonner on Resilience. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review. It really helps! Reach out to the show! Send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong Special Guest: Brandon Kyle Goodman This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Stop Caring What People Think: The Art of Giving Less Fucks | 19 May 2026 | 00:30:36 | |
Why do we care so much about what other people think? Foster and Cesar explore the art of giving less fucks, as a source of freedom from needing to control how others perceive you. Despite a world steeped in people-pleasing, our biological fear of being ostracized by the tribe no longer serves us in the age of social media and cancel culture. They ask the question: is it possible to incrementally build the muscle of caring less? They reveal how to balance kindness and truth, why you can't control how someone receives your message, and the power of giving less fucks as a soil bed for boldness and creativity. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love How to Keep Creating When Your Inner Critic Says You’re Worthless. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at WheelerScholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| Inside 19 Years of Couples Therapy: What Dr. Molly Burrets Wishes Everyone Knew | 12 May 2026 | 00:58:27 | |
Advocate for yourself! Clinical psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Molly Burrets discovered a brain tumor after years of doctors dismissing symptoms. This taught her about self-advocacy, meeting herself at rock bottom, and then asking for help. With 19 years of couples therapy experience, Dr. Molly reveals insights on resentment in relationships, the mental load women carry, dating wisdom, and why knowing your worth is the foundation for everything, from advocating in the medical system to building partnerships that actually work. In this episode they explore:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love Curiosity Over Conflict: How to Heal Relationships with JJ Brake. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Special Guest: Dr. Molly Burrets This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Spill the Strawberries: Foster's Struggle with Carrying Too Much | 05 May 2026 | 00:24:19 | |
Are you feeling burned out and buried under everything you're carrying? Foster opens up about losing herself in her workload, sacrificing personal joy for potential collective success, and how that pattern affected both her relationship with Cesar and her own vibrancy. They discuss the gendered nature of caretaking and burden-carrying and how women especially take on too much. This conversation is for anyone who feels gray inside from carrying too much, has lost touch with what brings them joy, or needs permission to disappoint others for the sake of finding themselves again. In this episode they explore:
Also mentioned: If this episode spoke to you, you will love Why It’s Never Equal where we explore gender roles and invisible labor. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at WheelerScholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| How to Keep Creating When Your Inner Critic Says You're Worthless | 28 Apr 2026 | 00:45:57 | |
Struggling with creative block or self-doubt as an artist? In this episode, Foster breaks open her creative process behind writing and publishing Afternoon Abundance in just 9 months, from blank page to published book. Cesar explores the double-edged sword of being a creative person and the battle between inspiration and self-doubt. They lay out the three pillars every artist needs: time for nothing (unstructured creative time), "this too is honey" (transforming experiences into art), and the create-reflect-recreate cycle. Taking inspiration from Andrea Gibson and Elizabeth Gilbert, they explore how to overcome creative fear, why discomfort is essential for artistic growth, and the audacity required to keep creating when no one's waiting for you to succeed. This conversation is for anyone struggling with perfectionism, imposter syndrome, waiting for permission, or battling their inner critic while trying to bring something new into the world. In this episode they explore:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Buy the Change: Conscious Capitalism & Common Cents with Cesar Cardona | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:30:09 | |
Where do you shop instead of Amazon and Target? Two words: B Corporations. This episode is for anyone who is tired of corporate greed but doesn’t know what to do about it. Cesar and Foster break down one of the most powerful (and overlooked) forms of everyday activism: conscious spending, ethical shopping and brands to “buy-cott” instead of boycott. They dig into B Corp, an independent auditing organization that scores companies on how they treat their workers, the environment, and their customers. In this episode they explore:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love How to Quiet Your Inner Critic where we explore the 4 steps of Growth Mindfulness. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. Take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps. Like really… it does! Tell us your barrier breaking story. Send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at WheelerScholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| 'Hey, Girl': From Coma to Comeback with James Leo Ryan | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:37:44 | |
How do you hold onto hope when there seems to be none? James Leo Ryan shares his journey as a caregiver after his husband, actor Rodney To, suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm that nearly took his life. Nearly three years later, Rodney is defying the odds with his signature sass intact. This episode explores the power of caregiving advocacy, learning to show up for people in crisis, the strength hidden within all of us, and why "be your own quiet miracle" became James's guiding philosophy through the darkest and most beautiful moments of their lives. In this episode they explore:
You can follow Rodney’s journey (now at home!) with James on his instagram. Watch the hilarious Rodney To as the vet in Foster’s short film 5 Stages of Grief. If you would like to contribute to Rodney’s recovery at home, you can donate to their GoFundMe here. If this episode spoke to you, you will love How to Be a Rebel with Dr. Reid Wilson where we explore standing up against systems. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Special Guest: James Leo Ryan This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| What Happened When We Opened Our Relationship | 07 Apr 2026 | 00:21:36 | |
They’re open! Cesar and Foster ask “what does ethical non-monogamy (ENM) actually look like in a committed relationship?” They open up about their journey into exploring an open relationship structure, challenging traditional ideas about monogamy, possession, and what it means to truly choose your partner every day. From Cesar's past of promiscuity to Foster's demisexual identity, they discuss why they don't believe in owning each other, how exploring outside their relationship actually strengthened their bond, and why keeping sexuality in the shadows can really backfire. This episode tackles body counts without shame, the freedom of non-possession in relationships, and why both partners deserve the space to be fully themselves without judgment. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love So…Sexuality Isn’t Simple where we share our pansexuality and demisexual identities. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at WheelerScholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| From Homeless to the Oscars: Dedrick Bonner on Resilience | 31 Mar 2026 | 00:54:32 | |
How do you overcome adversity and build a successful creative career from nothing? Creative director and vocalist Dedrick Bonner shares his journey from being a Black gay man raised in a Pentecostal church in Alabama to working with Beyoncé, Stevie Wonder, Dolly Parton, and performing at the Oscars with the cast of Sinners. Dedrick opens up about experiencing homelessness during high school, finding resilience in rock bottom moments, and discovering that the most successful people share one common and vital trait. From church rejection to making history as the first-ever musical performance at the SAG Awards, this conversation explores gratitude despite struggle, the beauty found in failure, and why rock bottom is actually a blessing in disguise that clears space for something greater. In this episode they explore:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong Special Guest: Dedrick Bonner This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| What is Healthy Screen Time? Reclaiming Real Connection (Revisiting) | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:38:57 | |
Foster and Cesar dive deep into our screen habits, asking the vital question: what does a healthy relationship with your phone actually look like? They share their evolving perspectives on smartphones, screen time, and social media, especially as parents who are navigating the decision of when (and how) to introduce tech to their children. They examine not just the mental health data around screen use, but also the emotional undercurrents: dopamine addiction, numbing, comparison culture, and the aching loneliness that can exist in the age of hyper-connectivity. This is a warm, non-judgmental conversation for anyone wrestling with digital burnout, setting phone boundaries, or seeking alternatives to screen-based connection. Drawing on their own family systems and creative lives, Foster and Cesar unpack screen time as the "new fast food," exploring how to treat smartphones as tools (not lifelines) and how real-life community and mindful connection are the true antidotes to digital overwhelm. A must-listen for anyone exploring digital wellness, conscious social media use, and building meaningful relationships in a tech-saturated world. In this episode they explore:
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You can also watch the episodes on YouTube! If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| I’m Worried, But I’m Doing It Anyway | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:35:58 | |
What happens when you face your fears and put yourself out there on social media, only to be publicly criticized? Foster and Cesar honestly reflect on their experience going viral, navigating online negativity and learning to handle public vulnerability despite the anxiety. They discuss the biological need for social connection, why divisive content performs better than positive news, and how to protect your peace when internet strangers attack your choices. They share insights on exposure therapy through social media, meeting critics with compassion instead of defensiveness, and why it’s worth it to continue to spread good despite the uphill battle. In this episode:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love The Beauty of Letting Go, where our hosts dive deeper into facing fears. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at WheelerScholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| How to Keep Your Light in Dark Times with Lesley Fera | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:41:19 | |
How do you stay authentic and maintain hope in uncertain times? Actress and writer Lesley Fera (Pretty Little Liars) joins Foster and Cesar to discuss finding play and creativity in adulthood, trusting the universe when life feels chaotic, and how grief transformed her relationship with writing. Lesley shares her journey of peeling back layers to return to her authentic self, the power of surrendering control, and how activism and joy can coexist. In this episode they explore:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love How to Be a Rebel with Dr. Reid Wilson where Foster’s dad shares how he turned his urge to be a troublemaker into a force for good. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| 'Everything Happens for a Reason' & Other Unhelpful Things People Say | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:25:50 | |
Ask Us Anything! Foster and Cesar answer listener questions about working together as romantic partners on a podcast, the worst advice people give during hard times, and the intentional choice of the word "partner" instead of "girlfriend”. They share the pros and cons of creative collaboration in relationships, why the podcast has become their creative "baby," and reveal the well-meaning advice that actually hurts. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love Say More! Vol. 2: Hustle Culture Sucks & Other Dangerously Fun Confessions. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at WheelerScholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| Breaking Through: When Your Uniqueness Becomes Your Career | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:41:45 | |
How do you build a successful career path by just being yourself? Foster shares her unexpected journey from actor to film director after the death of her son, while Cesar reveals how he built a successful business without spending a dollar on marketing. They explore the paradox of being a female director in Hollywood and why being yourself is your greatest advantage in any career. If you’re pivoting careers, breaking into a new industry, or building from scratch, this conversation talks practical wisdom about leveraging your uniqueness and creating meaningful connections because truthfully... success comes from being irreplaceable. In this episode they explore:
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You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Should You Break Your Own Rules? (And When) | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:26:51 | |
Foster and Cesar sit down for a lighthearted, intimate episode about a surprising parenting breakthrough. Together, they discuss how children actually understand more than we give them credit for, why the question "why?" exhausts parents (and what to do instead), and how treating kids like brilliant humans rather than irrational beings changes the entire dynamic. This episode offers a refreshing perspective on parenting fatigue, the power of contrary actions, and finding those small moments of beauty in the daily grind of raising children. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love Giving Yourself Flowers where we explore the truth about real self-care. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at Wheelerscholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| How to Stop People-Pleasing Without Losing Love | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:49:47 | |
In this episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar share their real-time struggles with breaking through personal barriers in relationships and self-awareness. Foster reveals her pattern of people-pleasing and difficulty knowing what she wants, especially in romantic relationships, while Cesar confronts unexpected impatience that's surfaced as he's achieved more success in his speaking and meditation career. Through vulnerable conversation, they explore how women's intuition gets buried beneath societal conditioning, why men struggle when women can't articulate their needs, and how personal growth requires constantly meeting your partner (and yourself) in new versions as you evolve. In this episode they explore:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love Why It’s Never Equal where we explore gender roles and invisible labor. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| What Happens When You Get Better and They Don't | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:22:24 | |
Today’s episode of Beauty in the Break explores a personal and harrowing story from Cesar’s life, where he recently encountered a past version of himself. Through an intimate storytelling conversation, Cesar reflects on reconnecting with a friend still struggling with addiction, sparking a powerful discussion about survivor’s guilt, transformation, boundaries, compassion, and what it means to move forward without leaving empathy behind. This episode offers honest insight into recovery, self-awareness, emotional responsibility, and navigating relationships after profound personal change. In this episode they explore:
For more stories like this and good companies you can support, sign up for Cesar’s weekly newsletter Insights That Matter. If this episode spoke to you, you will love How to Be a Rebel with Dr. Reid Wilson. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at Wheelerscholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| How Psychedelics Changed Our Lives | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:51:06 | |
In this episode of Beauty and the Break, Foster and Cesar explore psychedelics (in particular psilocybin mushrooms) as tools for healing, consciousness, and perspective shifts, weaving together personal stories, neuroscience, ancient spiritual texts, and modern research. Through storytelling and reflection, they discuss ego death, non-duality, mindfulness, meditation, and the science of psychedelics, revealing how these experiences can expand compassion, soften fear, and help us break through our own barriers. This episode offers an honest, nuanced look at psychedelics, not as an escape, but as a doorway into presence, meaning, and embodied understanding. In this episode they explore:
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You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| A New Chapter for Beauty in the Break | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:09:25 | |
This short Season 2 preview of Beauty in the Break is a gentle reintroduction and a small but intentional shift. Foster and Cesar reflect on what the first year of the podcast made possible, what they’ve learned along the way, and how the show is evolving. This season moves beyond finding beauty in broken moments to also exploring the beauty of breaking barriers, both inside ourselves and out in the world. Starting Feb 3rd, Beauty in the Break will be a weekly podcast, with new episodes every Tuesday. Expect deeper conversations, more guests, and stories that expand what feels possible, shared with more ease, honesty, and room to breathe. Lots more to come, beloved. Thank you for being here. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you are enjoying this show, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at wheelerscholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| What We Learned in Therapy That Everyone Should Know (Revisting) | 20 Jan 2026 | 00:51:16 | |
In this episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar bring you 12 unforgettable therapy lessons that reshaped their lives. Drawing from years of individual therapy, couples therapy, Jungian analysis, and parts work, they share tangible wisdom that listeners can apply to their own healing and communication journeys. Whether you’re navigating family dynamics, learning to self-regulate, or trying to let go of old stories, this episode is full of relatable and transformative moments. They also discuss powerful therapeutic tools like Internal Family Systems (IFS), the importance of repair in relationships, and how to show up truthfully without controlling the outcome. If you’re craving real talk about mental health, personal responsibility, emotional intelligence, and how to actually change, this episode is one to bookmark and revisit. In this episode they explore:
Cesar mentions his accident, which is detailed in Cesar’s Accident: The Scars of Rebirth. If this episode spoke to you, you may enjoy How to Feel Seen in Love, where therapist JJ Brake leads our hosts in a live couples session. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Jamaal Pittman. You can donate to his scholarship at wheelerscholarship.com, supporting college enrollment. | |||
| We Are All Magic (And Crystals Can Prove It) with Ceci Greco | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:57:53 | |
What if the most magical thing in the universe isn't out there somewhere…it's you? Foster and Cesar sit down with Los Angeles-based jewelry designer Ceci Greco for a conversation about crystals, magic, creative entrepreneurship, and what it actually means to excavate your truest self from everything life has layered on top of it. Together they explore what it means to build a creative business on your own terms, stay true to your artistic self, and recognize the rare and irreplaceable thing that was inside you all along. If you've ever wondered whether you can be both the artist and the CEO, both the dreamer and the one who gets things done, this episode was made for you. In this episode they explore:
Ceci Greco
If this episode spoke to you, you will love Question Everything You’ve Inherited with Brandon Kyle Goodman. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram and TikTok. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong Special Guest: Ceci Greco This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Finding Your Authentic Voice with Mel Collins (Revisiting) | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:49:46 | |
Award-winning jazz vocalist Mel Collins joins Beauty in the Break for a powerful conversation about healing through music, reclaiming identity, and finding joy in your authentic voice. Mel opens up about her journey from musical theater to jazz after years of vocal nodules, depression, and identity loss. When the discovery of one Ella Fitzgerald CD changed everything, Mel rediscovered her joy—and her calling. Mel talks about navigating two vocal surgeries, aging in entertainment, her identity as a Black American, and how jazz became the liberating art form she was always meant to sing. She shares wisdom for artists, singers, and anyone searching for their path: how to know what’s yours, how to honor your voice, and how grace and pride can carry you through breaking moments. In this episode they explore:
If this episode spoke to you, you will love Find Laughter in Life & Death with actress/producer Jennica Schwartzman. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Special Guest: Mel Collins This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| The Secret of Joyful Sobriety: Clarity, Freedom & Feeling Alive (Revisiting) | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:45:40 | |
Are you sober curious? What if sobriety wasn’t a loss, but a doorway to something richer, deeper, and more vibrant? In this episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar explore the concept of joyful sobriety, a term that flips the narrative from shame and scarcity to celebration and self-connection. Whether you're newly sober or just beginning to explore what it means to be sober curious, they share how choosing to stop drinking (for vastly different reasons) opened up clarity, creativity, spiritual depth, and real emotional presence. From near-misses and cravings to sober parenting and creative breakthroughs, this conversation weaves together lived experience with gentle wisdom. This episode is an invitation into a world where sobriety isn’t about less, it’s about more. More vibrance, more presence, and more of your real self. In this episode:
Mention Beauty in the Break at Burden of Proof in Pasadena, and get 20% off your purchase! If this episode spoke to you, you will love The Eating Habits We Didn’t Choose where Foster unpacks her diagnosis of an eating disorder. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie Fong | |||
| Choosing Rest in a Restless World: Life Outside Hustle Culture | 30 Dec 2025 | 00:55:56 | |
What if rest isn’t something you earn, but something you need in order to live fully? In this episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar explore the radical and often misunderstood practice of rest in a culture addicted to hustle, productivity, and burnout. Through personal stories, cultural critique, and embodied wisdom, they unpack why rest is not laziness, but a necessary act of self-trust, nervous system regulation, and an act of rebellion against systems that reward exhaustion. This conversation is for anyone feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or quietly longing for permission to slow down. In this episode:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love Say More! Vol. 2: Hustle Culture Sucks where we explore more problems of hustle culture. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| How to Be a Rebel with Dr. Reid Wilson | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:58:22 | |
Today on Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar sit down with Foster’s father, renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Reid Wilson, PhD, an internationally recognized expert on anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and OCD, to explore how he turned his urge to be a troublemaker into a force for good. From adolescent trauma and rebellion to pioneering practical self-help approaches for anxiety, Reid shares how urgency, compassion, and action shaped his unconventional path. This episode is for anyone who feels called to challenge broken systems, take meaningful action, and create change from the inside out. In this episode they explore:
To connect with Reid, visit www.anxieties.com. Also mentioned:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| The Fear & Magic of Upgrading Your Life (Soup & Stories Pt 2) | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:30:38 | |
In Part 2 of this immersive community conversation, Foster and Cesar invite their guests to explore a new question. From health scares and skyrocketing blood pressure to identity shifts, career crossroad moments, burnout, and creative reinvention, the group dives into candid reflections about mental health, emotional resilience, and spiritual realignment. The result is a powerful meditation on change, surrender, and rediscovering one’s purpose. Connect with the guests: Ari Hader
Duane Benjamin
Jamaal Pittman
Katie Hall
If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Why We Fight and How We Forgive (Soup & Stories Pt 1) | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:43:44 | |
In Part 1 of Soup & Stories, Foster and Cesar gather a circle of creatives and close friends for an intimate, community-style storytelling session. What unfolds is a raw, emotional exploration of grief, family estrangement, marriage transitions, boundaries, forgiveness, and the complicated dynamics of long-term friendships. These stories weave together themes of emotional healing, self-compassion, and personal growth, anchoring the episode firmly in real-life transformation. Connect with the guests: Ari Hader
Duane Benjamin
Jamaal Pittman
Katie Hall
If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| What Depression Really Feels Like | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:42:16 | |
Vulnerable is beautiful. In this conversation about mental health, depression, and healing, Cesar shares his life-long struggle with clinical depression. He describes how it manifested in childhood, relationships, substance use, and moments of crisis. Together on Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar break down what depression actually feels like inside the mind and body, why so many people don’t recognize their symptoms, and how tools like SSRIs, meditation, and Buddhist philosophy helped him move toward clarity and peace. Foster brings essential insight into postpartum depression (PPD), perinatal mood disorders, and the alarming mental health statistics among birthing people, especially Black and Brown parents who face systemic inequities. Together, they unpack why depression often hides behind confidence and how to speak about suicidal thoughts with compassion. This powerful episode will help you better understand depression whether it lives in you or someone you care about. In this episode they explore:
If you or someone you know needs support:
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If this episode spoke to you, you will love The Eating Habits We Didn’t Choose where we explore disordered eating and food insecurity. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||
| Our Most Uncomfortable Conversation Yet: Money | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:40:23 | |
What does your relationship with money say about you? In this Beauty in the Break conversation, Foster and Cesar open up about ancestral scarcity, financial anxiety, overspending, and avoidance, revealing how their opposite money styles both clash and connect as they build a life together. We’re not giving our financial advice here, but instead having an honest exploration of healing your relationship with money and learning to see money as energy, emotion, and connection. Together they explore money trauma, inherited beliefs, and the ways nervous-system triggers shape our money mindset. What happens when one partner hoards while the other avoids? Can we learn to feel safe with money and open to abundance at the same time? This episode invites awareness, compassion, and a gentler path toward money healing, trust, and emotional abundance. In this episode they explore:
Also mentioned: If this episode spoke to you, you will love How to Spot A Gatekeeper where we explore reclaiming authentic power. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
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Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley This episode is brought to you by Arlene Thornton & Associates | |||
| Giving Yourself Flowers: The Truth About Real Self-Care | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:39:07 | |
Self-care has become a buzzword, but what does it really mean? In this conversation, Foster and Cesar dismantle the myth that self-care is something you buy, and reveal how it’s something you build from within. From exercise and rest to asking for help and receiving compliments, they explore the small, daily acts that nurture your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Whether you’re a recovering perfectionist, a new parent, or someone trying to slow down in a productivity-obsessed world, this episode invites you to reconnect with what truly matters: listening to your body, honoring your needs, and cultivating inner peace. You’ll walk away inspired to create a self-care practice that’s grounded in love, not obligation. In this episode they explore:
Cesar mentions his struggle with “learning how to learn”, which is explored deeper in Episode 2: The Beauty of Letting Go. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, take a moment to follow Beauty in the Break on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it really helps! Reach out to the show—send an email or voice note to beautyinthebreakpod@gmail.com and be sure to follow on Instagram. Cesar Cardona:
Foster Wilson:
Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster Wilson Executive Producer: Glenn Milley | |||