You're it Girl

How do we overcome grief; the kind that shifts your world, changes your identity and teaches you about love, loss, and the people who show up-or can't-when things fall apart? In this episode, the thoughtful and brave Kristen Petronio shares the heartwarming story of her relationship with her mom, and the relationship she's built with herself in the wake of unimaginable loss. Kristen opens up about...

In this raw and unfiltered episode of "You're It Girl," host Amanda Malcolm takes the guest seat as Patrick Corley flips the script, delivering some of the most penetrating and deeply personal questions she has faced. With no place to hide, Amanda opens up about the silent battles of trauma, the struggle for authenticity, and the weight of past wounds in relationships- how they shape us, how they...

What do you do when the person you thought was your knight in shining armor starts to dim your light? Host Amanda Malcolm, shares her personal experience with relationships that began like a dream but quickly turned into something else entirely. She talks about what transpired, the red flags that were ignored, and how she ultimatley found the strength to walk away.   This episode is all about cont...

Meet Olenka Cullinan, founder of "I Start First," and a top business and mindset coach. Named one of the top 10 coaches by YahooNews and a TEDx speaker, Olenka is passionate about helping women scale their businesses and reclaim their time.  As we kick off a new year, this is the perfect time to say, "I Start First," and take bold steps toward your passions in 2025.  Listen to Olenka's inspiring s...

Guest Patrick Corley, shares his honest perspective on what it's like to date a woman who has been through trauma.  In relationships, we often try to repaint red flags-green, thinking we can change or rescue someone.  But it's not about changing the color of the flag- it's about understanding the story, listening with intention, and communicating with honesty.  Flag's don't need to be painted over...

 What reflections of attraction do we consistently draw into our lives and why? Host Amanda Malcolm and Buisness coach/entrepreneur Olenka Cullinan dive into the complexities of relationships. They explore what draws us to certain men, how those relationships evolve, and the dynamics that ultimately lead to breakups.  They take an insightful look into the mindset of women like themselves- and the...

Amanda Malcolm takes a deep dive into the world of people-pleasing and how it stems from trauma.  She shares her personal experiences of battling the need to please others at the expense of her own happiness and well being.  Learn how this behavior can lead to burnout and drain your energy, and hold you back from living authentically.  Amanda offers practical tools to break free from the cycle of...

Host Amanda Malcolm dives into the connection between negative self-talk and burnout.  She opens up about her own struggles with these challenges, sharing how growing up as an adult child of an alcoholic influenced her inner dialogue.  She explains how negative self -talk drains energy, leads to burnout, and holds us back from our full potential.  Tune in for actionable tools to shift your mindset...

Host Amanda Malcolm and Claire Spencer are launching a community for divorcees.  They have been friends for 7 years, have faced divorces and lived together as single moms for 8 transformative months.  Out of their challenges, an inspiring business idea was born!  On this episode they reveal the dynamic framework of The Riches community, designed to empower women to navigate divorce with practical...

Who were you when you got married?  How did divorce shape you?   Host Amanda Malcolm and guest Claire Spencer talk about divorce.  They discuss who they were as young women with dreams and desires to what drew them to their partners and what lead to divorce.  Most importantly, they share who they are today after creating successful co-parenting relationships, what emotional and financial stability...

A letter from the Host:  This is an episode I thought I would never record.  Thank you to the incredible human beings that carried me through these moments.  Some of you do not even know the impact you had on my heart and my spirit.  Because of you, I did not walk alone. Thank you for embracing me through the tears, the sadness, the dispair, the feeling and the healing.  I would have been lost for...

Meet Max Wagner, a loving mother and wife, whose belief in the power of family runs deep.  Despite experiencing parental alientation, Max's unwavering faith in the possibility of reconciliation shines bright.  Join her as she imparts invaluable lessons from her own experiences that shine a beacon of hope on overcoming parental alienation.  Let go of control and the past, and step into a future fil...

Charles Drown is a true braveheart.  From a tumultuous upbringing marked by abuse and abandonment, to a life of triumph and resilience, Charle's story will touch your heart. Raised by his grandparetns after being rescued from his father's physical abuse as an infant, Charles and his sisters' lives would be forever changed.  Their parents abuse and neglect of their other 9 younger siblings led to u...

Guest Claire Spencer and host Amanda Malcolm talk about life while moving in together as single women and moms. Claire recently wrote the article below (see link) that was published in the New York Times describing the experience.  This episode dives into what it's like living with another woman as your parenting partner, who is not only your friend but also a single mom.   New York Times Article...

Kam Steyl's adventurous spirit led her to the U.S from Cape Town, South Africa, where she met You're It Girl's Podcast host Amanda Malcolm.  She studied and lived with Amanda's family as an Au Pair.  Living in another country and being immediatley immersed in the dynamics of a second family as a teen required patience and resilience. Through shared experiences and meaningful connections Kam talks...

This episode delves into the remarkable journey of an extraordinary woman, Brooke Watton-who was the freshman class president during the Columbine school shooting tragedy.  Her resilience in the face of adversity propelled her towards a path of law and eventually real estate.  As a devoted mom and wife, she opens up about the profound impact of that tragic event, sharing how it shaped her, continu...

  Kam Steyl is a South African native who lived with host Amanda Malcolm in Arizona as an Au Pair after matriculating from high school in Cape Town.  Today, she is the entrepreneurial force behind Jam Media, a digital marketing company.  In this episode, we delve into her journey, the challenges she faced, and the triumphs that came from trauma, hospitalization in order to begin healing and defeat...

Meet Isabelle Miller, the ultimate IT Girl, a captivating content creator and model whose style and energy are utterly contagious.  Fiercely fabulous, her motto is living life to the fullest.  Isabelle encourages tuning inward to discover one's true passions, enabling the embrace of each day and all the possibilities it may bring.  Join us as Isabelle shares her unbridled enthusiam for life.     F...

"Are you familiar with co-dependency?" Wendy Cracchiolo asked during a pivotal conversation she and I had.  Find out how this conversation unfolded as Wendy graciously shares her extraordinary experience with Al-Anon and how this powerful support system can empower codependents, friends and family members of addicts to live fully and freely.  More About Wendy Wendy Cracchiolo is a woman of many ro...

Nicole "Magic" Myden is a PR strategist, a master connector and the author of Amazon's new best selling book, "You are Worthy of Publicity," a guide to unlocking the power of your story.  Nicole is a true magician when it comes to making connections and getting your message out there. As a successful entrepreneur, she's been behind some of the most remarkable brand stories.  Her journey is marked...

  The Unspoken Truths of Motherhood! Jessica LaMarre (mom, author and spiritual scholar) and Janey Kaspari (mom, author, writer and occupational therapist) join host Amanda Malcolm as they fearlessly tackle the challenges and uncharted waters of the hardest job in the world that no one pays you for.  In this candid, thought provoking episode, infused with humor, these working mothers share their m...

Introducing Jeremy Benjamin, a true American hero with a heart of gold.  A dedicated army veteran, who proudly served for a decade, including two tours in Iraq and time in Korea. A loving husband of 26 years and and a devoted father of two, Jeremy is a family man with a mission. In this powerful episode, Jeremy sheds light on the harsh reality of human trafficking, sharing his firsthand experience...

Crystle Mulzet shares her story of overcoming the challenges of being born to an alcoholic mother in AA who relapsed into alcoholism.  Married as a teen, she initially embraced the allure of a high-spirited lifestly.  Her world unraveled as she grappled with the demons of alcoholism.  In the midst of the setbacks and turbulence she faced, she found herself and her inner voice and now serves as an...

After working in the corporate world as an engineer, the dynamic Jessica LaMarre was faced with a decision that changed her entire life as a woman and as a mother. Now an intuitive guide, spiritual healer, mother and best selling author of "Reclaim Your Self," Jessica shares her experience of personal growth as she talks about trusting in the power of you and following your heart to reclaim yourse...

Have you ever finally found the courage to understand and communicate your needs only to have your worst fears come true? After an abrupt end to an intensely intimate relationship where my anxieties and emotional triggers were heightened to an extreme degree, that very thing happened.  There is beauty that comes from feeling broken. Listen now and embrace what you need. Watch on YouTube https://ww...