Fun on Weekdays

If you’re my dad, don’t listen to this episode. I share the very honest truth about getting laser hair removal. What does Brazilian LHM include… listen to find out. Process, pain, cost, I share it all. I also share my experience with LaseMD on my face, helping to resurface your skin to improve texture and scarring. Anyways, enjoy my unfiltered truth!  Join my Facebook group. This podcast is sponso...

You want to get into fitness, but you have no idea where to start or what to do. Fitness influencer and Austin friend, Sam Taylor, shares her journey with fitness and health and her encouragement for getting started. From myths, to workouts, to nutrition and weight training, Sam helps guide us to feeling more comfortable in the gym. We talk approaching your gym crush, and play a fun game of yes or...

Lexie Rainbolt (hairbylexie) has been running my FYP, so it was only natural to have her on the podcast to talk about all things hair as we approach the holiday season. She shares her experience moving to Florida from her small town in Illinois, (without her 7 year boyfriend!!!), the importance of social media for hairstylists, and her do’s/don’ts. We talk extensions - hence the title, how to grow...

I’ve struggled with acne for years, but lately my breakouts have felt much more personal. I started learning about cycle syncing from TikTok - you sync types of workouts & food with your period in efforts to regulate your period and balance your hormones naturally. Doctors appointments, Europe trip recap, and work updates, enjoy a solo episode today!  Read Article  Join my Facebook group. This...

My friend Anna Hildreth shares her experience working for one of the biggest companies in Austin for post-grads. Yep, Oracle! Anna shares her experience losing a close friend while navigating post-grad, being away from family, quitting Oracle, starting a new job, and ultimately being laid off. Oh, and she shares how she and her boyfriend got REALLY close while on their first vacation together ;) ...

OG Instagram blogger, Co-Founder of Desert Island Beauty Status (Dibs), mother to 5-year-old Kinsley, and the internet’s big sister, Courtney Shields, turns 35! Just a week after my 25th birthday, Courtney shares what she learned from 25 to 35 - what she deems to be pivotal years for finding yourself, passions, and becoming your version of an it-girl. From finding confidence, divorce, abusive rela...

Libra queens unite!! I recently turned 25 and as I reflect on the person I was when I turned 24, I realize I’ve changed a bit. This episode shares 25 lessons I’ve deemed worthy of sharing from this past year. 25 is my year to take those lessons and put them into practice. Happy quarter of a century to me, and thank you to everyone who has helped celebrate with me everyday (birthday or not!)   Join...

After years of playing softball, Gabrielle (AKA Gabby, now that we’re on a nickname basis), went to school to continue college softball. After realizing college wasn’t for her, she decided to join the military. Gabby shares how she made the decision, the process of training, leaving her friends and family behind, and a typical work day/ week in the military. She spent a lot of her weekday fun out...

If you’re feeling completely lost and unfulfilled in your life whether in your career, relationships, passions… you’re not alone. I share my thoughts and realizations after working in social media for a year and the way I’ve lost sight of what I’m truly passionate about. I reflect on my intentions for events and Fun on Weekdays as I rediscover who I want to be in a new chapter of my life. Feeling...

Meet my anniversary party event planner, Abbie Hillis! Abbie shares how she got into event planning, how she balances her irregular schedule with her husband’s career in law, and struggles of motherhood. We talk about making intentional time to show up for yourself and Abbie shares how her upbringing in the abusive gymnastics culture has shaped her into the business owner, wife, and mother that sh...

Yes, you read that title correctly! Meghann has been killing it with her Amazon storefront as a micro influencer on TikTok. Outside of her corporate recruiting job, Meghann has fun learning about the TikTok algorithm and what it takes for videos to go viral regardless of how many followers you have. Meghann shares all her best tips for content creation, how to utilize trends, and all things Amazon...

Today I’m joined by my bestie, fellow Golden Flash, and Midwesterner, Meghann Morrow! I’ve always looked up to Meghann in college because of her ambition and confidence to take the less beaten path. Meghann moved to NYC junior year and decided to stay, started working full-time, and finished her degree online! She shares her journey of building a community in NYC, her first job at Bergdorf Goodman...

I have to be honest with y’all, these past 2 months I have been doing the exact opposite of what my podcast is all about. I have been putting work before myself, declining invites because I’m “too busy”, and have not been having fun on weekdays. It’s time to turn a new page as we head into fall and make a conscious effort to be productive in my work and personal/social life. Plus… I’m moving! I sh...

2 Jennas are better than 1! Today I am joined by follower submission, Jenna Libman, to share her career in UGC creation & social media management. Jenna describes herself as a serial entrepreneur. She says she never wanted to work a corporate job and has always found numerous projects to create different streams of income. At 23, Jenna has found success as a UGC creator and shares advice for o...

Let’s talk about the evolution of friendships, career goals, and affirmations with my bff from highschool, Emily Dugger. You may remember Emily from episode 10 as we talked about moving to NYC without a job after getting her MBA and comparing herself to her friends. After many interview rejections, Emily realized a mindset shift could help her land a job. She went from saying “why me?” to “what ca...

It went down in the dms… LinkedIn dms that is. A friendship that started from a mutual passion for work led to a relationship! But how does a relationship built on the foundation of work affect work-life balance? Connor and I share how our jobs brought us together and how our careers can become a point of contention. From stress, being tired, conflicting schedules, and competitiveness, we share ho...

WHAT!!?!?!?! It’s already been 1 full year since starting Fun on Weekdays?! Let’s recap our accomplishments; from our Facebook page, to events, merch, 1M downloads, and an office! Realizing I’ve been waiting for this milestone to celebrate successes, I share the importance of not waiting for a specific moment to give yourself credit & be proud of yourself… without feeling guilty! I share my vi...

Well, after 2 years of living in Austin, Texas, I think it’s about time I share all things ATX! I’m not an expert or an official Austinite (how long before you’re considered a local??) but I share what I know about different areas, the types of people here, where to go out, and what do to in Austin if you’re moving here or just visiting. It’s a long one and somehow I only covered about half of wha...

Can you believe it’s almost been an entire year since I quit my corporate job for Fun on Weekdays full-time?!? In Episode 48, let’s reflect on the advantages & disadvantages of working my 9-5 to being a full time influencer. The grass isn’t always greener on the other side and there are many days that I miss aspects of my corporate job. From schedules, to accountability, mental health, relatab...

This week we are throwing it back to when I quit my job! All right, I'm convinced that we all have that one friend that insists on celebrating their birthday for an entire month! And they are doing something every single day and they always have an excuse to go to dinner or to celebrate because it's their birth month. For me, I have to say, I kind of feel that way towards Fun on Weekdays...

In episode 46 of Fun on Weekdays, I sit down with a fellow Clevelander, wife, mother of two, and owner of The Sis Kiss jewelry, Megan DiVincenzo. Megan’s story begins in attorney law where she loved her career, until eventually she didn’t. Feeling incredibly overwhelmed and stressed with her job, Megan had a panic attack in court and decided to put herself first. She shares her mental health strug...

Sit down, grab a notebook & pen, and get ready to be educated! Deeper than Money’s Chloe Elise joins me in episode 45 of Fun on Weekdays Podcast to talk about financial freedom - saving tips, yield savings (brb, need to make one), how to have fun on a budget, financial guilt, student debt, relationship finances, prenups, the list goes on!! Chloe talks money goals & actual ATTAINABLE steps...

Phew!!!! Now I understand the hype of Nashville! In episode 44 of Fun on Weekdays I recap my weekend trip to Nashville - from my FOW event, to CMA fest, Spotify house, and social anxiety. Do I like Nashville more than Austin??? I share how I recharge from traveling & how to reset your social battery.  Join my Facebook group. This podcast is sponsored by Macy’s. Head over to the below link and...

What a crazy few weeks it has been!! It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with life; like you are never doing enough/ could always be doing more, and constantly moving that you forget to enjoy it. In episode 43, I recap some recent life updates. From my first brand trip to Cabo, to my fitness & Uvalde events, how I tried to buy a house, and upcoming FOW events, I share what I’ve been up to and my pla...

In episode 42 of Fun on Weekdays, I introduce my first ~best~ friend I made after moving to Austin - Sara Elizabeth! We reflect on some of our best ATX memories, how we became so close so fast, and how our friendship has evolved as we grow into different seasons of life. Sara shares her secret to being a good long distance friend, how she met her fiancé (hey Russ) and how she knew he was the one. ...