Just the Good Stuff

#69: In this episode we are reminiscing over the last 7 years since I was fired from my full-time corporate job in our annual "fired anniversary episode". My co-host, husband, baby daddy, Jordan interviews me and we chat about the evolution of my brand over the past 7 years since being fired, we reflect back on all the personal events of 2022, we look forward to what's in store for 2023 and answer...

#68: On this episode we speak with Dana Shultz the Co-Founder and Creative Director behind Minimalist Baker. One of the original food blogs that we all love and cook from. Minimalist Baker is known for her recipes made with 10 ingredients or less, 1 bowl, and they take 30-minutes or less to prepare. Dana and team have created such an approachable way to cook and make delicious foods and have just...

#67: On this episode we speak with Greg Davidson and Michael Wieder the Co-Founders behind the toddler and kids brand Lalo . They are the creators of the most aesthetic yet functional baby, toddler and kid products for your home. You 1000% have heard of these guys from my Instagram and they are one of our favorites. To the point where we invested in their company a couple years ago and have been c...

#66: On this episode we speak with Jenny Mollen, the author, actress and hilarious personality on all things motherhood, feeding her kids, being married to Jason Biggs and random parts of her life. Jenny dives into two of her books that released this year:  Dictator Lunches and a novel:  City of Likes  (this is no small feat fam wowza).   Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode: Preg...

#65: On this episode, we speak with the Co-Founders of Cerebelly, Dr. Teresa Purzner & Nick Langan. Dr. Purzner is not just just co-founder of industry-changing Cerebelly but also a world renowned practicing neurosurgeon and developmental neurobiologist who realized the importance of the nutrients needed for a childs brain to develop. We dive into this topic and so much more in this episode!   Her...

#64: In this episode, Jord and I are chatting about the new products and latest trends we saw while attending the 2022 Natural Products Expo East in Philadelphia. We also give an update on our venture fund - grt sht ventures and what we have been up to since launching in the spring. Heres a recap of some of the brands and products we discuss in today's episode from Expo East 2022: Jack & Annies Eg...

#63: In today's episode, we are chatting with Liesel Teen, the Founder of Mommy Labor Nurse . This episode is filled a ton of helpful information in how to prepare for childbirth, what to expect and tips on postpartum. Liesel and her team have so many amazing tips and trick over on their Instagram  and they do such an awesome job empowering and educating women (and partners) on what to expect when...

#62: In today's episode, we are sharing our story to getting pregnant with baby #3. Everything from our fertility journey with menopur and IUI, to finding out we are pregnant with twins and all things first trimester (and into second trimester!). We are also answering a handful of listener questions related to pregnancy, motherhood and more!   Fertility journey: Did you get pregnant naturally this...

#61: In this episode, I am sharing why I decided to stop drinking 4 years ago and my perspective on living alcohol free. I discuss my history with alcohol and my adolescence/relationship with drinking and share why this has been a huge benefit in my life. But also why I don't expect everyone to hop on board the sober curious lifestyle.   I also dive into listener questions on cutting out alcohol a...

#60: In this episode, we are chatting with Dr. James DiNicolantonio . He is a Doctor of Pharmacy and a cardiovascular research scientist. An expert on health and nutrition, he is also the author of six bestselling health books, The Salt Fix , The Longevity Solution , The Immunity Fix ,  The Mineral Fix and WIN .    A preview of what we dive into in today's episode : What are some red flags for peo...

#59: In this episode, we are chatting with the Speech Sisters , Brooke and Bridget on ALL things speech pathology. This episode is one of my favorites to date and it is filled with so much helpful and informative information you don't want to miss. Speech Sisters are one of my favorite follows on Instagram too. It is amazing!   In today's episode we chat about *so* many things: When do you begin f...

#58: In this episode, we are chatting with the Founder of Brow Eyed Girl , Courtney Schreiber! Courtney is the go-to for all things eye brows, permanent make up and she is FULL of knowledge about micro blading, lash lifts and tints and more.   In today's episode we chat about *so* many things: The world of permanent make up What exact is microblading? Should you get it? How your eye brows define y...

#57: In this episode, I am chatting with the vegan food queen herself, Danielle Brown. You know Danielle from @healthygirlkitchen where she shares dozens of healthy and delicious vegan recipes for everyone to make. In today's episode we chat about *so* many things: Growing up without the term influencer and social media Going to college and transitioning into a vegan lifestyle How the transition i...

#56: In this episode, we are chatting with Ashley La Fond, the founder of the mega successful organizing business Of Space and Mind . Of Space and Mind is a professional organizing company that makes your life 100x more efficient and obviously "organized". Ashley and her team transforms your home/apartment/living situation an absolute dream. From moving and unpacking to organizing your current hom...

#55: In this episode, Jordan and I are chatting with Kiva Dickinson , the founder and Managing Partner of Selva Ventures . Selva Ventures invests in brands making consumers' lives better, and they happen to be a handful of our favorites. A highlight of what we dive into: Taking the leap from his full-time job to start Selva Ventures Why he wanted to start his own VC fund How we are making investin...

#54: In today's episode, we are chatting with the Founder + CEO of Purely Elizabeth, Elizabeth Stein. Purely Elizabeth is an industry leader in the natural food space and has been for over 12 years now. Elizabeth shares her story on building her food empire and what is has been like building her business over the last decade. A highlight of what we dive into: How Elizabeth originally started her c...

#53: Welcome back to JTGS. We are *so* happy to be back in action. And I am beyond excited to introduce my new co-host, Jordan Carpenter. Also known as my husband, best friend, baby daddy and now business partner. We have been recording a ton of new episodes to roll out this spring and we are kicking it off with a highly requested topic - EXPO WEST! In this episode we are chat a lot and it is our...

#52: In this episode, I chat with one of my favorite recipe developers, Yumna, of Feel Good Foodie . Yumna creates such delicious and simple recipes for your family. And in this episode she shares how she got started, her tips on growing her brand and tips for new content creators on social media. And of course we chat all things food.   For more from me, I'm over on IG  @rachLmansfield , tiktok @...

#51: In this episode, we are hosting our first advice segment! And to be honest - this is one of of my favorite episodes yet. We chat through a few listener questions and give our unfiltered feedback and thoughts. Plus at the end Jord and I do a quick life update on his career change.   For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com   Thank you Birch Living for sponsoring this e...

#50: In this episode, we give you guys the full run down on all things investing with our girl, Nicole Cogan ( listen to this episode on all things influencer marketing with us too!). Here's a sneak peak into what we chat about: What does it mean when you say you’re investing in a brand? Where do you even start? What does it mean to be an angel investor? How to make initial ask/approach to invest...

#49: In this episode, I am chatting with one of my favorite recipe creators, Justine E., of @justine_snacks . Justine is the talented recipe creator and TikTok recipe star that recently transitioned from her full-time job to pursing her own brand. We dive into a ton of topics including how she was pushed out of her job and given an ultimatum between her blog or her job, why she started her TikTok...

#48: In this episode I share more on my own personal journey with food. Starting from my teenage years until now.  Some of what we dive into in this episode.. My food story: Have you ever struggled with an eating disorder? Biggest turning point in your relationship with food and you arrived there? Did you ever struggle with binge eating? What were some disordered thoughts/rules that you cant belie...

#47: In this episode, I am catching up with one of my favorites, Olivia Noceda. Otherwise known as @olivianoceda on the internet. Olivia fills us in on her crazy a$$ move to NYC from LA, digesting the last year with COVID and all the insanity that went down. And the coolest story of how Olivia and I first connect through Instagram (banana bread is obviously involved). We also chat about finding fo...

#46: This episode is seriously one of my favorites yet. We get INTO IT on the topic of influencer marketing and what it is really like working with brands. Nicole Cogan AKA NoBread and I sit down and dish the dirt. We openly discuss brand partnerships, growing our own brands and scaling our businesses, how influencer marketing really took off, forming our own career paths and we are able monetize...

#45: In this episode, I am chatting with two beautiful souls that I met thanks to Instagram - Elizabeth Endres and Dale Borchiver from the very well known brand, Sweats and The City (SATC). Dale and Elizabeth are the fitness gurus who share the in's and out's of all things boutique fitness and SO much more like skincare, body image, brand building and their infamous snack times they host each week...