Lip Service & Lashes

In this eye-opening conversation, we rip the filter off youth sports and get real about the insane pressure today’s young athletes are carrying. Between perfectly curated highlight reels, comparison culture on steroids, and the relentless push to “perform or disappear,” social media has completely rewritten what competition looks and feels like for kids. We dive into how the game has changed—becau...

**What if the meaning of life isn’t about achieving more, but about unbecoming everything you’re not? In this solo episode of Lip Service and Lashes, Chelsea Husum dives deep into one of the oldest and most profound questions: What is the purpose of life? Sparked by a random, contemplative car ride with her son and a curiosity-fueled query to ChatGPT, Chelsea unpacks the four life lessons AI belie...

In this electric, soul-poking episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea sits down with the unapologetically authentic Brittney Tollinchi — a woman who walked away from the shiny corporate ladder to build a life that actually feels good, not just looks good on LinkedIn. This is not a conversation about “work-life balance” or “finding your passion.” Nope. This is about burning down the old rules,...

In this solo episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea takes you along on her recent adventure to the wide-open fields of Nebraska—where she spent a week overseeing the construction of her family’s new barndominium… and unexpectedly found a little piece of home. From the chaotic reality of managing a build (yes, it required constant supervision 🙃) to discovering the local brewery that quickly...

In this heart-centered episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum sits down with Staci Batterson and Alyssa Muma, the powerhouse women behind Shine Girl — an initiative lighting up confidence, leadership, and self-worth in young women everywhere. Together, they get real about the truth behind female friendships — the love, the lessons, and yes, the drama — and how sisterhood can heal what...

In this jaw-dropping episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea spills the tea on her worst ex ever — the kind of walking red flag you don’t see until it’s waving in your face. From the charming beginning to the full-blown “is this real life?” betrayal, she’s breaking down the lies, gaslighting, and chaos that nearly made her lose her damn mind. But this isn’t just a horror story — it’s a healin...

Pack your bags — we’re heading to Spain (and straight into our feels). In this episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and bestselling author Izabela Oquendo, who traded her psychology degree for a passport and a purpose-driven life. From RV adventures to running multiple businesses abroad, Isabella spills what it really takes to build a life that’...

In this episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum gets real about gratitude, fear, and why life’s too short to cancel your joy. From her upcoming trip to Mexico to the chaos of balancing work and play, Chelsea opens up about what it really means to live fully—even when life throws hurricanes, deadlines, or doubt your way. She dives into the mindset shift that changes everything: choosing...

In this episode of  Lip Service & Lashes , Chelsea Husum sits down with fellow woman in construction Elizabeth Vergara — CEO and founder of Vergara Homes, a thriving design-build firm in New York City. Elizabeth shares how her father sparked her love for construction, what it’s like leading high-end projects in a male-dominated field, and how she’s built a business rooted in teamwork, creativi...

In this unapologetically real episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum gets raw about money, mindset, and what it really takes to fund your dream when the banks slam the door in your face. Starting a business in March 2020 wasn’t for the faint of heart—but Chelsea’s never been one to play it safe. From getting side-eyed by lenders for not having enough tax returns to nearly signing her l...

This episode of Lip Service & Lashes doesn’t play it safe. Chelsea Husum sits down with transformational coach Lance Essihos, a man who’s walked through fire—addiction, adversity, and all—and came out the other side rewriting what it means to be a leader, a man, and a human. From the raw truth of sobriety to the science of nervous system regulation, Lance gets real about what it takes to heal,...

So what happens when you pour your heart into writing a book, launch day finally arrives, and instead of riding high… you feel like you’ve face-planted? In this episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum gets raw about the anxiety, self-doubt, and curveballs that came with her book launch. Spoiler: she didn’t hit #1. But she did land right behind Rachel freakin’ Hollis—proving that sometim...

In this episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum sits down with the powerhouse herself—Cristina P. Simmons. She’s not just surviving after decades of trauma and loss—she’s thriving, healing, and helping other women do the same. Christina gets real about what it means to live in survival mode for 20 years, how faith and fierce self-love pulled her out, and why self-care isn’t some fluffy...

What happens when you throw yourself into a room full of powerhouse women, walk away with your soul cracked wide open, and realize you’ve been playing small? In this episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea dishes on her experience at the Powerhouse Women conference—and trust me, it’s not your average “rah-rah” recap. We’re talking real talk on resilience, learning to sit your ass down and be...

What happens when you’re supposed to walk down the aisle… but instead, you walk the hell away? In this episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum sits down with Katherine Rose Woller—marketing strategist turned bestselling author—to unpack the raw, real story behind her memoir Calling It Off. Katherine doesn’t sugarcoat the gut-wrenching decision to cancel her wedding, the messy emotions t...

Let’s get real—being a business owner isn’t all highlight reels and champagne toasts. Sometimes it’s breakdowns in the bathroom, payroll panic, and stress that shows up in your body before you even admit it to yourself. In this episode, Chelsea Husum drops the glossy façade and gets raw about what it’s really like to run a company when life throws you curveballs—employees out, money tight, health...

This week on Lip Service & Lashes, we’re getting real about the chaos under the surface—the kind you can’t fix with another cup of coffee or a cute planner. I’m sitting down with somatic life coach Emily Jacobson to talk all things nervous system regulation, because let’s be honest—running on stress and people-pleasing fumes is not a personality trait (no matter how good your mascara looks). W...

🎉 50 Episodes, Baby! 🥂 In this unapologetically real milestone episode of Lip Service & Lashes, I’m celebrating 50 episodes of showing up raw, real, and just a little unpolished—in the best way possible. From surviving (and thriving) in a male-dominated industry to calling BS on hustle culture, I’m sharing what it really takes to build a business, raise humans, protect your peace, and still...

Ever felt like the adult version of being picked last for dodgeball? SAME. In this raw, sassy, and wildly honest solo episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum is calling B.S. on fake friendships, mean-girl vibes that didn’t retire after high school, and the soul sting of being left out—even by the people you helped build the damn table with. From four-square flops to February photo betra...

In this bold and unfiltered episode of Lip Service and Lashes, Chelsea Husum sits down with the firecracker herself — Laura Conley, founder of the Yummy Mummy Method and your new BFF in breaking up with toxic diet culture. Together, they discuss why diets keep failing you (hint: it’s not your willpower), how shame is wrecking your progress, and what it really takes to feel hot, healthy, and whole...

In this bold episode of Lip Service & Lashes, Chelsea Husum shares the juicy details of her upcoming women’s retreat happening in September 2025, in the stunning Colorado mountains. From luxurious accommodations and chef-prepared meals to powerful workshops on branding, personal development, and somatic breath work—this retreat is designed for women who are ready to stop playing small and star...

What if your next big breakthrough didn’t come from grinding harder—but from stepping the hell back? This week on Lip Service and Lashes, Chelsea Husum sits down with the magnetic, no-BS force that is Jen Mentesana—entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and queen of following the breadcrumbs to a life that actually feels freakin’ good. Together, they dive deep into what it really takes to build a life and...

What starts as a normal day quickly turns into a blood-soaked disaster in this raw and hilarious solo episode of Lip Service and Lashes. Chelsea Husum shares the behind-the-scenes chaos of a terrifying nosebleed that lands her in the ER—with panicked kids in tow, and a doctor casually suggesting, “Let’s put a balloon up your nose.” She dives into the real-life mess of being a mom, business owner,...

Host Chelsea Husum keeps it hilariously real as she shares the wild realities of working from home while juggling kids on summer break. From chaotic sleepovers, messy kitchens, muddy adventures, and snake-catching escapades, Chelsea pulls back the curtain on the not-so-glamorous side of motherhood, entrepreneurship, and keeping your sanity as a busy mom. She gets honest about her limits (spoiler:...

Host Chelsea Husum sits down with the fierce and fabulous Will Zakrajshek, the mastermind behind Out at the Fair—a nationwide movement turning county fairs into vibrant, safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. From navigating life in a throuple to dodging hate with a side of grace, Will doesn’t hold back. He shares on coming out in conservative spaces, rewriting family dynamics, and prioritizing men...