Today is day two of our special anniversary series + we are welcoming Melissa Ward back to the show! This conversation is from February of 2024, and was one of my favorite episodes! Melissa and I talked about her career in the pharmaceutical industry, how she started blogging, how to always be growing, and not get stuck in your ways. 

Melissa is a mom who lives in North Carolina with her husband and two kids. Armed with a degree in Fashion and Textile Management from NC State University, Melissa's career journey took an unexpected turn when she went to work for start-up pharmaceutical companies for over 10 years following graduation.

In 2020 Melissa begin her own small business journey part-time. Fueled by her passion for finding deals on items for home, style, and kids, she decided to start her own blog and Instagram account, @preppygoods.

Before long, Melissa took the plunge to full-time content creation, transforming her love for discovering budget-friendly hidden-gems into a career. Her curated content revolves around showcasing finds from major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Target, as well as highlighting lesser-known treasures from small businesses.

Whether you're into home decor, fashion inspiration, or kid-friendly goodies, Melissa has you covered. You can explore her curated picks for preppy grandmillennials on her website, www.preppygoods.com, or connect with her on social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest, all under the handle @preppygoods. Y'all are going to love my episode with Melissa!

Melissa's Website

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Sarah's Smile

Today we are kicking off our special anniversary series with our most popular episode ever! I interviewed Carmen Johnston back in February of 2024, and you all loved the episode!

Carmen is a Georgia-based gardening and lifestyle expert. In this episode, Carmen and I talk about how she started her business, Bespoke Garden Plans -- her virtual customized garden and landscape blueprint business for clients across the country, low maintenance plants, why failing is okay, how social media has helped her business, her experience on the Today's Show with Hoda and Jenna and HGTV's Smart House, and so much more!  Carmen is full of sage advice on life + gardening. You all are going to love her!

Carmen's Website

Carmen's Instagram

Leadership Georgia

Bespoke Garden Plans

Today I am joined by Kate Knowles! Kate is a mom to three boys, an entrepreneur, and a home design blogger. She started her blog and Instagram in 2017 to document her home design journey and life as a stay-at-home mom. In 2021, she and her sister launched Jansen Home, curating well-made home accessories and affordable luxuries to fit every home and lifestyle. 

In this episode, Kate and I discuss how she built her blog + instagram, the business she started with her sister, building a life + career that works for you and your family, and so much more! 

Kate's Website

Kate's Instagram

Jansen Home Website

Jansen Home Instagram

Project Harmony

Lauritzen Gardens

Today I am joined by Haley Jackson. Haley is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Florence, South Carolina, originally from Atlanta, Georgia. She is a medical provider, wife to Kendall, and mom to an almost 5 year old little girl, Sullivyn & 2 year old little boy, Shep. Haley shares pediatric medical research & recommendations, her love for classic children's clothing & the Georgia Bulldogs, health & wellness tips for busy moms, fashion, and her life as a busy working mom/wife. 

In this episode, Haley and I talked about mental health, being a nurse practitioner, her blog, and so much more. You are going to love Haley!

Children's Mental Health Network
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Welcome back to the So Can I Podcast! Today I am joined by Lauren Hopkins. A champion of emerging brands and businesses with big stories, Lauren is more than a publicist—she’s a partner with her clients. She founded LBH & Co. to provide an intentional group of clients individualized attention and unmatched passion for their services and crafts.

A graduate of Furman University, Lauren honed her service and networking skills in luxury real estate marketing for the venerable Sea Island Resorts. Her communication skills, account management, and public relations savvy was further cemented during her time with Butin PR, where she managed and maintained high-level accounts. After the birth of her first child, Lauren followed a zeal for the small business and launched LBH in 2013. Lauren values the fundamentals public relations, genuine media relationships, and the unmatched results of persistence.

She and her husband, Lee, are raising their daughter and son on charming St. Simons Island where she is active in their Church, Frederica Academy, and several community organizations that remain close to her heart.

In this episode, Lauren gives us a behind the scenes look at what it is like to work in PR and represent so many beloved female brands. I know y'all are going to love Lauren!

The Gathering Place
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Today I am joined by Amy Littleson McNitt. Amy is a fashion and lifestyle blogger living in New York City. Amy aims to inspire positivity and dreaming big in women who are navigating their teens, 20s, and beyond!

In this episode, Amy and I talked about the beginning of the blogging industry, how she remains so positive and upbeat, her delusional optimism, how she continues to trust the timing of her life, and so much more. You all are going to love Amy!

Fresh Air Fund
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Today I am joined by Caroline Boone. CC.Boone was founded in 2019 with the heart to create intimate, creative & culinary scenes that nourish the soul. What stemmed from creating artful charcuterie boards & tablescapes at home, led to a creative + culinary lifestyle on the coast.

Caroline's love for culinary forward settings, travel & curated spaces began long before college, but she learned a lot as she attainted her degree in Hospitality Management from the University of Arkansas.

Caroline believes that Everyone deserves to feel a sense of importance and connection to their inner child, nature, & those around them. She believes that her purpose in life is to use creativity & intuition to gift her clients these moments! Hospitality for Caroline, is defined by these special connections. Caroline hopes that her everyday offerings such as  private chef dining fêtes, aprés beach bonfires, beach yoga, & intimate events will bring her client's lives peace & nourishment.

In this episode, Caroline and I talked about the beginnings of CC. Boone, all of the unique and beautiful offerings in her business, all things 30A, and so much more. You are going to love Caroline!

Food For Thought
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CC.Boone Website

Today I am joined by Margaret Orr. Margaret is a wife to her college sweetheart, Rudd, and a golden doodle mama to their pup, Fern! She has lived in the Carolinas her entire life, and North Carolina’s Blue Ridge mountains are their home. Margaret is the influencer and creator behind Collectively Carolina, a space to discover southern life + style! 

In this episode, Margaret and I talk about her internship in broadcasting, how she started her blog, her advice to aspiring bloggers, how she is able to work two jobs, and so much more. You all are going to love Margaret!

Compassion International
Collectively Carolina Website
Collectively Carolina Instagram

Today I am joined by Allison Evans. Branch Basics co-founder Allison Evans has dedicated herself to helping others reap the benefits of clean living. She, along with her husband and two daughters, recently left Houston for country life as she heals from a recent mold exposure and diagnosis of chronic Lyme disease. You can follow her story on Branch Basic's Instagram and read more about her journey to fertility on the Branch Basics blog.

In this episode, Allison and I talk about her healing journey and how it led her to co-founding Branch basics with her aunt Marilee and best friend Kelly. I got so much out of this episode, and I know you all are going to love Allison!

Pink Ribbon Good 
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Branch Basics Instagram

Today I am joined by Jordan Louis. Jordan is the founder and owner of LINK x LOU, which is a permanent jewelry business. After leaving a career in esthetics, Jordan founded LINK x LOU in 2020 and is now a nationwide experience based brand offering permanent jewelry experiences in 55 cities and growing! 

In this episode, Jordan and I talked about her career as a special education teacher and an esthetician, how she came up with the idea to start LINK x LOU, how they have been able to grow so quickly, and so much more. You are going to love Jordan.

Covered Colorado
LINK x LOU Instagram
LINK x LOU Website
Jordan's Instagram

Today I am joined by Mimi Striplin. Mimi is the founder of The Tiny Tassel, a jewelry, clothing, and accessories brand inspired by the vibrant colors of Charleston, SC available online and at the shop’s flagship location, located in downtown Charleston. A native of Spartanburg, SC, Striplin moved to the Holy City to attend College of Charleston, a liberal arts university, where she studied corporate communications. After a short stint in the corporate world, Striplin desired a more fulfilling life, one where she could take control of her time and do what she loves. The result of pursuing the happiness she desired is The Tiny Tassel. The brand took off in 2015 on Etsy, the craft retailer website, where Striplin handcrafted and sold her namesake product, tiny tassel earrings, in multiple colors. In March of 2021, Striplin opened the brick and mortar location of The Tiny Tassel. Today, her shop is still only one of two businesses on the historic Spring Street strip occupied by a Black-owned boutique. Among the pastel-painted walls and locally sourced, low country chic interior finds, customers will discover comfy garments, and beautiful handbags in classic prints and bright and bold colors, as well as vivid hand beaded jewelry for every occasion, and appointed party goods and other accessories from brands Striplin loves. Clothing and headbands are designed by Keiko Striplin, Mimi’s mother, who studied at Bunka Fashion College of Tokyo. Striplin’s business and thought leadership have been featured on The Today Show and Good Morning America, as well as Essence, Southern Living and other publications.  

In this episode, Mimi and I talked about the Tiny Tassel, how she has created a thriving business, her heart behind coaching other women in business, how she has overcome certain things in her life, and so much more. You all are going to love Mimi.

Lowcountry Action Committee 
Tiny Tassel Website
Tiny Tassel Instagram

Today I am joined by Courtney Buchanan. Courtney has been an artist her entire life.  While photography was her original passion, she always dabbled in drawing and painting.  She attended The School of Visual Arts in NYC for photography which gave her the basis to further her journey as an artist.  After college, she worked in marketing for a start-up.  During this time, she was able to develop her skills as a graphic designer and illustrator.  Courtney worked as a freelance photographer/videographer and graphic designer until the launch of CB Grey. CB Grey is truly the culmination of all her years of training, both professionally and personally. 

Courtney has a unique eye for seeing beyond surface level, which can be seen in the symbolism and intentionality of her designs.  She also has the ability to find life and joy in every hidden corner.  Her positivity and love of life flow through her art in her choice of colors and whimsical elements. Her creative, fashion-forward, and inspired silk scarves and accessories have already received local and national press and recognition.

In this episode, Courtney and I talked about the importance of knowing how to pivot, how to learn on the go, the beginning of CB Grey, and so much more. You are going to love Courtney!

CURE
CB Grey Website
CB Grey Instagram
Courtney's email: hello@shopcbgrey.com

Today I am joined by Eliza Bishop. Eliza's business, Paper Eliza, was a happy accident. During her Freshman year of college, Eliza found herself accepting a marketing internship with a graphic designer who specialized in helping small businesses grow through social media. She shared an office with a beautiful wedding stationery-er and Eliza worked for them both - exporting documents, handling printer relations, and packing collections. A handful of Eliza's friends were familiar with her creative side and commissioned her to make them custom stationery sets for their summers abroad. Eliza sketched the illustrations, saved the documents, called the printing company that she was familiar with and placed the order. In order to open an account with the printers and print the cards, they asked the name of her paper business. Thrown off guard and in a moment of panic, Eliza answered “Paper Eliza” and the rest is history. Now, Paper Eliza is a full-time business where Eliza creates custom wedding paper, crests, and so much more. 

In this episode, Eliza and I talk about her time in the corporate world, the start of Paper Eliza, wedding stationery, and so much more. You are going to love Eliza!

Paper Eliza Website
Paper Eliza Instagram
Young Life 

Today I am joined by Lauren Gee! You all are going to LOVE this episode. Lauren is one of the most inspiring people I have ever spoken with! If you have ever struggled with confidence (ummm haven't we all?), finding your path/purpose, or are unsure of how to have the courage to change your life... this is the episode for you! Lauren and I talked about her career journey, how & why she started her Instagram account, her cancer journey, and SO much more. 

Meet Lauren Oggs Gee, a dynamic 54-year-old recently retired teacher who has seamlessly transitioned from a career in special education into a thriving social media lifestyle and fashion influencer. Lauren's journey is one of resilience, passion, and empowerment. As a colorectal cancer survivor, she uses her platform to advocate for early detection and regular screenings, all while embracing life with unwavering gratitude and fearlessness.

Lauren’s motto is simple yet profound: "Start before you're ready, and figure it out along the way." She exemplifies this every day as she empowers midlife women to embrace transformation, rediscover their confidence, and pursue their passions with grace and determination. Her content speaks directly to women who are looking for guidance on how to navigate midlife with style, sophistication, and self-assurance.

Hailing from the metro New Orleans area, Lauren has an eye for fashion that merges high-end style with affordability. Known for her "looks for less" expertise, Lauren shows her followers how to look like a million bucks without overspending. She’s mastered the art of finding chic, high-quality, and on-trend pieces that replicate designer looks, proving that luxury style can be accessible to everyone.

Lauren’s daily Instagram content is a go-to for women over 50 who seek inspiration for both work attire and casual looks. She shares her daily outfit picks and styling advice with her loyal Instagram audience, offering fashion inspiration that fits both work and everyday life. Her platform fosters a community where women feel supported and encouraged to embrace their beauty at any age, proving that fashion isn’t dictated by age.

Lauren is also deeply committed to helping midlife women become social media influencers, offering guidance and mentorship to those looking to build their own personal brands. In line with this mission, Lauren is currently in production for her own podcast, The Influencer Sisterhood, which is a joint project with another up-and-coming midlife influencer. This podcast will provide women with a space to not only learn about the world of social media influence but also to find a supportive community as they navigate their own journeys. The podcast aims to create a welcoming environment where women feel connected, supported, and empowered to share their stories and experiences.

Outside of her influencer work, Lauren is also a proud wife to her husband, Eric, and a devoted stepmom to two teenage girls. She balances family life with her love for her dogs, a cat, and her ever-growing closet in Covington, where she currently resides.

Lauren's cancer journey has been a significant part of her story, and she often speaks about her experience to inspire others. She was recently featured by You Night Empowering Events, where she shared her story of survival and transformation. Lauren’s mission is clear: to inspire women to dive into new adventures without hesitation, to live fearlessly, and to embrace each moment with courage and gratitude.

Lauren's Instagram

Lauren's Website

More about We Lift You Up

Today I am joined by Mary Frances Maker. Mary Frances Maker is a custom fine jewelry brand with a curiosity for the unique and a passion for storytelling. Mary Frances works with clients to reimagine family heirloom stones or create brand new ones for future generations. Mary Frances is on a mission to build connections and create beautiful jewelry, accessories, and other pieces that share your stories. While she celebrates nature's beauty through her signature Birch collection, in 2022 Mary Frances Maker shifted the focus to primarily designing and creating custom pieces. Whether custom or semi-custom, Mary Frances creates each jewelry piece by hand, adding that personal touch you won't find anywhere else.

In this episode, Mary Frances and I talk all about fine jewelry, how she started her business, how she is able to manage being a mom and having a business, and so much more. You are going to love Mary Frances!

Mary Frances Maker's Website
Mary Frances Maker's Instagram
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Today I am joined by Leighton Newberry.  Leighton was born and raised in Knoxville, TN and is a graduate of Auburn University. She now lives in Atlanta with her husband (who is a life coach by profession) who keeps her aligned on reaching all her goals-both personally and professionally.  Leighton started Recruitment Ready organically out of a love of southern style, etiquette and desire to give back to younger girls. Among other things, Recruitment Ready offers private 1-1 sessions, style sessions and online courses that set girls up for success. They also have a separate etiquette coaching program for younger girls beginning freshman year of high-school.  Leighton's heart behind Recruitment Ready is that girls would grow in confidence along the way. To her, it’s about a “VERY HAPPY bid day” and about who they are becoming as a young woman along the way. When Leighton is not working with her clients you can find her traveling to the beach, hosting dinner parties and playing tennis! 

In this episode, Leighton and I talk all about sorority rush and recruitment, Leighton's business and how she works with young women all over the country, how to deal with disappointment, and so much more.  You are going to love Leighton!

Recruitment Ready's Website
Recruitment Ready's Instagram
As You Are College Ministries

Today I am joined by Louise Montgomery. Louise is a 23 year old fashion & lifestyle blogger from Jackson, Mississippi who currently lives in Dallas, Texas with her husband, Grant, and their dog, Remi. Louise started blogging in 2020 with the hopes of creating a platform where you can find affordable and attainable fashion finds and outfit inspiration. After working various jobs while hustling with her blog on the side, Louise took her blog full-time as of May 2022.

In this episode, Louise and I talked about how she started + built her blog, savvy shopping, her podcast, and so much more. You are going to love Louise!

Make a Wish
Louise's Blog
Louise's Instagram

Today I am joined by Gentry Blackwood. Gentry considers herself an everyday working mama. With a 9-5 career in retail, an almost 2 year old daughter, Eliza, and a wonderful husband her hands and heart are full! But after the house goes to bed and before everyone wakes in the morning Gentry pours into her Blog and associated social channels at "Girl Meets Bow" where she shares her love of happy and colorful fashion + life to help her readers tie a bow on everyday of this sweet life!

In this episode, Gentry and I talk about authenticity, how to trust your journey, her blog, her career as a buyer for a major retailer, and so much more. You are going to love Gentry!

Kidneys For Kids
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Gentry's Instagram

Today I am joined by Wells Maley. Wells is an ATL native. She loves all things mid-century, enjoys unwinding with BravoTV, and jumps at any excuse to dress up!
 
Swells started during her time at UGA, but at first, it was only an Instagram account. "@swellsofsplendor" was a virtual moodboard where Wells anonymously posted photos that she loved... think colorful ensembles, vintage advertisements, and anything Slim Aarons.

At the same time, Wells was wearing her mother’s + grandmother’s silk scarves as tops/ accessories. Wells loved being able to wear something classic, yet creative, amongst her peers.

Between the inspiration received from her Instagram moodboard + her desire to revamp silk scarves on the college scene, it didn't take long for Wells to start designing her own. And just like that, the Swells brand was born!

In this episode, Wells and I talked about what living in NYC was like, how she started a business in college, the design process behind her beautiful scarves, and so much more. You are going to love Wells!


Wells' Instagram
Swells' Instagram
Swells' Website
Gilgal

Today I am joined by Avoly Wainwright. Avoly is a business owner, co-owning MeMe's out of Perry, Ga with her mom Kimberly. She is a content creator, an epilepsy surgery advocate, a wife to Tyler, and a mom to almost 3 year old Haines. Avoly shares about life in retail, fashion, her family, and Haines' medical journey. 

In this episode, Avoly and I talked about the beginnings of MeMe's, running a business with her mom, spring fashion, her son's medical journey, and so much more. You are going to love Avoly!

Avoly's Instagram
MeMe's Instagram
MeMe's Website
Epilepsy Foundation

Today I am joined by Krista LeRay. Krista is a life and style blogger at Covering the Bases and founder of Penny Linn Designs. She currently lives in Fairfield County, Connecticut with her husband, their newborn son, and calico cat.

In this episode, Krista and I talked about her career in Major League Baseball, her popular blog, how she turned her needlepointing hobby into a thriving business, all things Nantucket, and so much more!


Marshall's Fund
Penny Linn Designs Website
Penny Linn Designs Instagram
Krista's Instagram
Covering The Bases Blog

Today I am joined by Travel Expert and Author, Amy West. Amy is the creator of AmyWestTravel.com, an upscale travel and lifestyle brand covering food, fashion, and luxury travel established in 2012. Her expert contributions have been sought after and featured in national and local Television outlets such as Fox Business, Home Shopping Network, Cheddar News, USA Today’s 10Best.com, and Wander Media visitor information network. Amy’s opinions on style, taste, and the lifestyle of travel have been singled out by many brands including The Huffington Post, Expedia.co.uk, TripAdvisor, and Trivago.

 Amy’s sold out debut book “100 Things To Do in Jacksonville Before You Die”, was published by Reedy Press in 2020 followed by her exciting new addition "Jacksonville Scavenger" published and released in the fall of 2022. Her two decades of experience also include work as a commercial actress, professional photographer, and production of her original travel tv show “Like, Love, Want, Need”. As a thought leader in local Influencer Marketing, Amy was a founding member and CEO of The Hive Society, an influential community of content creators (2018-2020). Named one of the “Top Luxury Travel Bloggers to Follow”, you never know what adventure she’ll dive into next. Amy resides in Jacksonville Beach, FL with her husband, two spirited daughters, and menagerie of beloved pets.

In this episode, Amy and I talk about her career, all of the different businesses she has started, what it means to be a self-starter and serial entrepreneur, how to have the courage and confidence to pursue your dreams, and so much more! 

Rethreaded
Amy West Travel Website
Amy West Travel Instagram

Today I am joined by Evelyn Henson. Evelyn grew up in Columbus GA as one of five kids and was always the one obsessed with all things art. She double majored in Art History and Communication studies at Furman University, where she slowly began to paint for fun from her college apartment. She started an Etsy shop that has since evolved into a colorful, whimsical brand that includes gifts, stationery, and wallpaper. Evelyn's work has been featured on People.com, HGTV, Southern Living, Garden & Gun, Domino, and more.

In this episode, Evelyn and I talk about her career as an artist, all of the different kinds of art she creates, how to guard your heart against comparison, and so much more. 



Urban Ministries
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Evelyn's Website

Today I am joined by Hailey Pierson. Hailey is a former collegiate basketball player, Nashville native, middle school teacher, and co-owner of Shop Two Tenn. Based on their shared love of online shopping, Hailey and her best friend, Chandler, started Shop Two Tenn in July of 2022.

In this episode, Hailey and I talk about her career as a teacher, how Hailey and Chandler met & started Shop Two Tenn, all of the adversity they have had to face, and so much more.

P.U.N.T
Shop Two Tenn's Website
Shop Two Tenn Instagram

Today I am joined by Stephanie Niemis! Stephanie is a certified holistic nutritionist, recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator. She loves creating simple, fun, healthier recipes that the whole family will love! As a mom of 3 young kids, she knows how important it is to feed children nourishing meals, so she is passionate about sharing healthy kid-approved recipes and brands with her audience!

In this episode, we talked about going viral, social media woes, what inspires her, and so much more! 

Stephanie's Website

Stephanie's Instagram

American Red Cross

Alzheimer's Association 

Today I am joined by Lisa Kirk. Lisa is the founder of Maylis, a Southern-based-and-inspired women's shoe brand that launched in June 2022. A former wedding magazine editor and fashion copywriter, Lisa shifted from the editorial world to the entrepreneurial world shortly after her second child was born. Working with multi-generational factories in Italy to bring her designs to life, she is passionate about creating classic, high-quality shoes that carry women through their days—from work, to the home, and everywhere in between—as well as through different seasons of life. Lisa lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband and their three children.

In this episode, Lisa and I talk about her former career as a magazine editor, why she started a shoe company, her heart behind Maylis, how to take the next step, and so much more.

Oak City Cares
Maylis
Maylis Instagram
Lisa's Instagram

Today I am joined by Lindsay  Surowitz. Lindsay is a mom to two boys, content creator, holistic nutritionist, and recipe developer behind the blog Weeknight Bite, a down-to-earth guide to living well, where she shares her mom life and healthy family-friendly recipes, approachable wellness tips, and inspiration for a balanced life. She lives in San Diego with her husband, Mitch, their 3 and 1 year old boys, Noah and Max, and sweet goldendoodle, Penny. Lindsay lives for a great meal, a beautiful farmers market, daily matcha lattes, and homemade chocolate chip cookies. She believes that enjoying great food with loved ones is one of the truest forms of happiness, and that you should never have to choose between that and living a healthy life! In the Weeknight Bite world, Lindsay shows you how to have both, a recipe for what she calls “happy healthy living”, where we have our cake and eat it too… literally.

In this episode, Lindsay and I talk all about her career journey from insurance to wellness blogger and holistic nutritionist, her amazing website and blog Weeknight Bite, and IVF and her journey with infertility. I know y'all are going to love Lindsay!

Baby2Baby
No Kid Hungry
Curebound
Weeknight Bite
Lindsay's Instagram

Today I am joined by Chandler Raney. Chandler was born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas. Chandler graduated college with a degree in nutrition, but decided not to pursue it. As she was figuring out what she wanted to do in life, she was a nanny and had the idea to start an organization business and it just took off from there! 

In this episode, we talked about Chandler's journey from college to owning her own business and she gave us some great organizational tips as we tackle this new year. I know y'all are going to love Chandler.

Organize & Prioritize Website
Organize & Prioritize Instagram
Carti

Today I am joined by Alysia Pope. Alysia is the founder of PurelyYou, your home for becoming the best, most happy version of you. PurelyYou is an on-demand subscription that encompasses body loving pilates movements and motivational health coaching. After years of being at war with her body, Alysia finally found that being on the same team is where the magic happens and wants to spread this message to as many women as possible. Alysia is a Holistic Health Coach, Pilates Trainer and Host of The Purely Podcast. 

In this episode we talked about Alysia's health journey, how she became a health coach, some great health tips as we start this new year, and so much more.

Alysia's Website
Alysia's Instagram
Baby2Baby

Today I am joined by Whitney Mundell. Whitney is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Restorative Wellness Practitioner.  She helps women improve their metabolic health by taking a bio individual approach to supporting their digestion, mineral balance, and thyroid health. She believes that when you focus on supporting the foundations of health and identify the root cause of your symptoms that you can step into a place of healing that you never knew existed. 

In this episode we talked about Whitney's career path from event planning to functional nutrition, why she is so passionate about helping others achieve their health goals, one healthy habit that will serve you well in 2023 - you might be surprised what it is, and inexpensive ways we can support our body and health today.

Whitney's Instagram
Whitney's Website
Exodus Cry

Today I am joined by Nicole Jacobsmeyer. Nicole has a passion for helping women walk in victory and joy in the midst of trials and suffering. She believes that no matter what you’re facing, God is not finished writing your story. She loves sharing her faith and encouraging women on her website nicolejacobsmeyer.com and on her Instagram page @nicole.jacobsmeyer. Her and her husband have 4 kids under the age of 8 and reside in NC.

In this episode we talked about how to take back your joy, surrender control to the Lord, overcome and move on from the awful things that can happen to us, how to forgive those who have wronged us, and so much more!

Nicole's Website
Nicole's Instagram
First Love International

I recorded my first ever solo episode this week! Join in to hear about how the podcast was started, the process of starting a podcast, some rapid fire questions, an Instagram Q&A, and so much more!

Today I am joined by Sarah Hunt Hinson. Sarah Hunt is a wife, mom, and the face behind the popular blog So Sarah Hunt.

I loved sitting down and recording this episode with Sarah Hunt because she has such a unique career journey. We talked about all of the different jobs she has had, how she got started blogging, imposter syndrome, and so much more! 

Sarah's Instagram
Children's Home Society of Florida

Today I am joined by Sarah Black. Sarah is a public historian living in Salem, Massachusetts. She has led historical walking tours in the infamous Witch City for the past four years and launched Salem The Podcast in Spring of 2022. 

This episode was so much fun to record! We talked about how Sarah became a historian & tour guide, what it is like to live in Salem, the witch trials, and so much more. I know y'all are going to love this one! 

Sarah's Instagram
Salem The Podcast
Salem The Podcast Website
Salem Pantry 

Today I am joined by Jordan Mather. Jordan is a wife, mom, and Disney travel specialist. She is passionate about equipping families to experience all the magic Disney has to offer. Jordan believes that magic is always within reach.

In this episode we talked about Jordan's career from being a dental assistant to blogging to now being a Disney travel specialist. We talked all about Disney world, how to plan a trip, lots of tips & tricks, and Jordan's favorite park, ride, and show.

Mather Moments
Jordan's Instagram
12 Verse Challenge

Today I am joined by Ashlyn Walters + Julie Pederson! In this episode, we talk about how they started their business, why they decided to rebrand + how they came to that decision, and so much more! You all are going to love Julie and Ashlyn!

Ashlyn and Julie are the mother-daughter duo behind Southern Hospitality Company, a lifestyle brand they founded in 2016. What began as a small Etsy shop with a $100 investment has blossomed into a thriving business rooted in creativity, faith, and a passion for celebrating life. Through custom designs, event décor, and thoughtful gifting, they’ve built a brand that fosters connection and inspires others to embrace every moment. After overcoming challenges like the pandemic and shifting social media algorithms, Ashlyn and Julie are now expanding their brand to include food, travel, home décor, and more. Their mission? To create a space where everyone feels welcome and part of the family, all while continuing to share the love, joy, and resilience that defines their journey.

Southern Hospitality Company Gift Shop

Southern Hospitality Company Lifestyle Website

Southern Hospitality Instagram

Lyla's Legacy 

Today I was joined by Meg O'Leary. Meg is a Certified Sleep Consultant and Founder of A Restful Night.  For Meg, being a sleep consultant means changing the lives of families each day by giving them the tools and confidence they need to get their children quality sleep.  Meg has always been a sleep enthusiast and as a mother of three young children, she quickly realized how important A Restful Night is for both parent and child.

Meg received her certification from the Center for Pediatric Sleep Management and uniquely combines her expertise in sleep with 15 years of leadership as a marketing executive coaching large global teams at American Express. Working with Meg means you’ll get the best combination of parent, sleep enthusiast and coach!

Meg resides in Westchester County, New York, with her husband, Chris, and three children.  She supports families both locally and virtually all over the world.

In this episode, we talked about Meg's corporate career journey, how she built her own business,  what it looks like to work with a sleep coach,  and so much more!

A Restful Night Instagram
A Restful Night Website
Bundles of Joy

Today I was joined by Ann Williams. Six years ago, following a creative itch and a long-standing family tradition. Ann enrolled in a Vanderbilt University metalworking class and transformed her small garage storage room into a jewelry studio to create solid 14k gold bangles for her family. She could never have imagined that this simple, joyful hobby of handmade bangles would grow into a thriving jewelry business with 15 employees and thousands of customers around the world. Ann Williams is the CEO and Founder of Yearly Co., a fine jewelry company that specializes in 14k gold anniversary and milestone bangles and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. When she’s not busy running her business, you’ll find her piled on her porch swing with her two young girls, her husband Pat, and her needy rescue dog Ollie. 

In this episode, we talked about Ann’s first two businesses, the family tradition that led her to starting Yearly Co., how to start a jewelry company, the delicate balance of being a mom and a business owner, and so much more! 

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Today I am joined by Mac + Kenz! They're the voice and hearts behind For The Girl which is a community for girls all over to learn about how fun it can be to follow Jesus, especially with your girlfriends. They are also the co-founders of Delight Ministries which is a nationwide college women's ministry. The two of them have been doing ministry, leading, and writing Bible studies for 10 years now and honestly just cannot stop! They are passionate about cultivating community and creating studies that are FUN to read and result in deeper friendships. These two are on a mission to share the love of Jesus, and have fun while doing it!

In this episode we talked about how they started a non-profit while in college, the importance of community in our lives as women,  how to work with your best friend, and so much more!

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For the Girl
For the Girl Instagram

Today I am joined by Sallie Holder. Sallie Holder, is the founder and CEO of The BRIMM, a speaker, an author, a podcast host, and expert business coach. She has developed the BRIMM's Revenue Accelerator, which is the only intimate group coaching program created specifically for female entrepreneurs that are ready to scale their businesses. She's on a mission to create more female millionaires than anyone else and help women create the business and life of their dreams.

Prior to founding The BRIMM, Sallie worked as a lawyer and then the COO of six different Fortune 500 companies across 6 different industries (she's seen it all). She's taken all of her insight and created the only roadmap that is proven to scale your business and has helped 100s of entrepreneurs do it already.

In this episode, Sallie and I talk about the methodology she uses to help women make more money, why it is so important that more women start making more money, and her journey from the corporate world to coaching.

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Meals on Wheels

Today I am joined by Christina Lecuyer. Christina is a former professional golfer turned Confidence and Success Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Host of “Decide It’s Your Turn: The Podcast”. 

Through one-on-one coaching, Decide It’s Your Turn: The Mastermind, speaking and in person retreat’s Christina helps you shatter limiting beliefs, become more confident, and holds you accountable to creating and executing your most purposeful and profitable life!

In this episode we talked about Christina's journey as a professional athlete, how she became a confidence and success coach, how to be more confident, and so much more!!

Christina's Resources: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bechristina/

Decide It’s Your Turn: The Podcast: www.christinalecuyer.com/podcast 

Confidence + Success Coaching: https://christinalecuyer.com/coaching/

Decide it’s your turn: The Mastermind: https://christinalecuyer.com/mastermind/

Book Christina For Your Next Speaking Engagement: http://christinalecuyer.com/contact/

Today my guest is Alaina Jacques! Alaina is the host of Girl We Gotta Talk podcast and the founder of Purpose Media LLC. She has worked in TV production, marketing and currently works in podcasting world full-time! Alaina started her podcast in 2020 hoping to create a community to uplift, inspire, and learn with other women all over the world. She hosts weekly episodes where she interviews women entrepreneurs, life coaches, therapists, and reality TV stars among many more. Alaina has always loved meeting/connecting with people and this podcast embodies just that. 

In this episode, Alaina and I talk about her career path, podcasting, and all things Bravo! Alaina is the pop culture and Bravo queen & I had so much fun talking about the Housewives and all of the current scandals in the BravoUniverse! 

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Mobile Hope

Today's episode is with Blair Staky. Blair Staky is as a serial entrepreneur. From her very first job, she knew she wasn't cut out to work for someone else.  She launched her first business, working weekends designing websites for small businesses for $99 each. That eventually turned into a successful Wordpress blog design business within a couple of years. Blair then went on to blog full-time for the next 5 years. Most recently she has re-opened her web design studio focusing on the Showit platform and serving female entrepreneurs. She writes a blog that shares business tips, SEO hacks and web design tutorials.  On the side, Blair is an abstract artist, creating large scale colorful works that are featured in homes across the nation.

Blair is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to entrepreneurship and I felt so lucky to have her on the podcast! We talked about her transition from working retail to starting her own business, her entrepreneurship journey, her SEO course, website design, her art studio, and so much more!

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Today's guest is Ali Bonar. Ali is CEO and founder of Oat Haus — a food company on a mission to make food fun. Their flagship product, Granola Butter, is the world's first oat-based spread. The idea for Granola Butter came out of Ali's eating disorder recovery, and it's now her mission to help others feel less alone in their struggles. Oat Haus is available in Whole Foods, Sprouts, Harris Teeter, Fresh Market & more. Ali lives in Philadelphia with her partner Eric and their dog, Squishy. 

In this episode we talked about how Ali’s eating disorder recovery led her to creating the first iteration of granola butter, the beginning stages of Oat Haus, her time on shark tank, what it is like running a food product business, and so much more! 

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Oat Haus Instagram

Oat Haus Website

Alliance for Eating Disorders

Today I am joined by Elizabeth Pollock. Elizabeth is the owner of Adelaide Thomas Wines, a boutique, family-owned winery in Sonoma County, California. Adelaide Thomas produces three different wines every year - a Rosé of Pinot Noir, a Sauvignon Blanc, and a Cabernet Sauvignon. Elizabeth's wines are made from organic grapes, and with a low-intervention, clean, wine-making style.

In this episode we talk about how Elizabeth and her husband stumbled upon a beautiful property in Sonoma...that just happened to have a winery on it, how she transitioned from an attorney in the corporate world to the owner of a winery, and how she rebuilt her life after the devastating Glass Fire in Sonoma county engulfed her home.

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Sonoma Ecology Center
Best Friends Animal Society

Today I was joined by Ashley Gentry and Elizabeth Dansby, the Co-founders of Annét Chatoyer. We talked all about their friendship (which started in elementary school!), the inspiration behind their company, how they started their statement earring line, and so much more!

I loved getting to interview two guests at once and I was extremely inspired by their story! If you are contemplating starting a business or if you just want to hear a story about life-long friends, this episode is for you!

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Baton Rouge Children's Advocacy Center

Today I am joined by Monica Lavin. Monica is a Charleston, South Carolina-based designer and entrepreneur. Guided by a lifelong affinity for design, her journey has spanned several realms. With a Master’s in Education, Monica began her career at NASA, immersing herself in emerging technology and social influence. She later pivoted to the world of academia, serving as a professor at the College of Charleston and Savannah College of Art and Design.

In 2015, Monica founded Lavin Label, a popular blog celebrating aspirational interiors. Beloved for its visual storytelling, Lavin Label ushered in a new wave of creative pursuits. Monica embraced one of her greatest passions: interior design itself.

Today, Monica is eagerly launching a new venture, combining her love for design with her instincts for creative problem solving. Through her work on Lavin Label, she observed her audience’s draw to exterior-focused content, and found herself searching for the kind of design-driven accents that simply weren’t being made. Hailing from West Virginia steel country, it only seemed right to manufacture something herself.

Through Art of the Entry, her growing lifestyle brand, Monica creates timeless pieces for entries and exteriors. The designs (including mailboxes, doormats, and other thoughtfully crafted products) are elegant and refined, inspired by Southern heritage design and the region’s traditions of hospitality.

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Art of the Entry Instagram
Feed the Need
Good Friends of the Low Country

Today's episode is with Ainsley Britain! Ainsley is an Author, Podcast Host, and Enneagram Coach, helping young adults embrace their confidence, date healthy and discover their identity in Christ. With extensive training with Josh Shipp, SheSpeaks, and Your Enneagram Coach, she reaches young adults and spurs them on to healthy, God-filled relationships.

In this episode, Ainsley and I talk about what it means to live life with wild confidence, how to stop fearing failure & invite it into our lives, and her latest book: Don't Date A BooBoo Dude.


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Ainsley's Instagram: @ainsleyb
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Today I am joined by Allie Mason Hoffberg, founder of The Health Mason.  Allie started her career in marketing, but quickly decided that the traditional 9-5 job was not for her. She started her blog, The Health Mason, as a place to post her favorite healthy recipes and wellness content. Now, her blog has transitioned into the hub for all of her favorite things - wellness, food, fashion, interior design, and motherhood.

In this episode, we talk all about Allie's transition from her corporate job to running her own business, the beginning stages of her blog, motherhood, and so much more!

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Allie's instagram: @thehealthmason
Allie's Website

Today's episode is with Julie Capozziello. Julie is an online fitness and health coach, entrepreneur, and social media influencer. Julie uses her platform to reach millions of woman around the world and help them simplify their health and fitness journeys with easily digestible content. She bases her content around educating, empowering, and entertaining her following.

In this episode, Julie and I talk about how she built her fitness empire while she was in college, how she coaches women with PCOS, why she developed her own fitness app, and so much more!

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Julie's Instagram: @juliexfit
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