A Common Thread

In this episode of A Common Thread , Amy sits down with Minnesota-based fashion stylist Chanelle Whimper , also known as @ FlyGrlLifestyle —a woman whose style journey is rooted in intuition, grit, and saying yes when the universe opens a door. Chanelle shares how her love of fashion was shaped early on and refined during her years at Nordstrom , where she worked in the men’s designer shoe departm...

In this powerful and deeply human episode of A Common Thread , Amy sits down with Liz Krueger—affectionately known as the Minneapolis Cruise Director . Liz is a master connector, community-builder, and event-driven influencer whose gift lies in bringing people together and making everyone feel like they belong. But behind the vibrant social calendar and infectious energy is a story that runs much...

On this week’s  A Common Thread , I bring back two of my favorite women in wellness — Ivy and Andrea from Harmoni Wellness — to spill all the tea on the  game-changing  updates around perimenopause. New research, new FDA approvals, and a major shift in how we talk about this chapter of womanhood. If you’ve ever felt confused, dismissed, or in the dark about what’s happening in your...

Allow me to re-introduce my better half, David Kisan of  Sip ‘N Bloom! In this episode, David and I sit down for a fun, unfiltered conversation about all things  style, creativity, and connection. We dive into: The art of putting together a killer outfit and what makes a look truly stand out How we inspire each other — in our fashion choices  and  our favorite drink orders A fe...

In this episode of  A Common Thread , Amy sits down with Alicia Barledge, Safe Harbor Division Director at  The Link  — a Twin Cities organization providing street outreach, emergency shelter, housing, crisis intervention, and supportive services for young people experiencing homelessness, sexual exploitation, or involvement in the juvenile justice or child welfare systems. Founded...

What does your energy look like in color? In this episode, I sit down with aura reader  Sophie of Vivid Violet Aura , who uses a polaroid camera and hand sensors to capture the vibration of your electromagnetic field. Think of it like an elevated mood ring—your aura’s colors shift and change with your energy, emotions, and environment. Sophie not only reads my aura but also taps into the ener...

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, I sit down with  Amy Brace , a breast cancer survivor, and  Jacquelyn Vranicar , a stage 4 metastatic breast cancer thriver. Though their journeys look different, they share the unfortunate  common thread  of breast cancer—and together, they’ve transformed their experiences into something bigger than themselves. Amy and Jacquelyn...

In this episode, I sit down with Allie Mann, founder of Moonlight Cannabis, for an honest and refreshing conversation about cannabis, motherhood, and breaking the stigma. We cover it all—how Allie entered the cannabis space, the differences between cannabis, marijuana, weed, and THC, the many ways you can consume it, and how functional adaptogens are being added to create a more balanced experienc...

This week on  A Common Thread , Amy sits down with the one and only  Sal Rodriquez  — a magnetic force of creativity, humor, and glam. Sal is a wildly talented makeup artist, a fabulous human being, and someone who speaks in his  own unmistakable language (yes, we try to translate). In this lively and love-filled episode, Sal  hard launches  his new man 💥 and spills...

In this episode,  MSP Magazine  Trend and Style Editor Madeline Nachbar returns for a refreshingly real conversation that veers from our usual fashion talk. Madeline opens up about parenting in the thick of the toddler years with her spirited little one—who just so happens to remind Amy a lot of her own oldest at that age. You know what they say:  little kids, little problems… big k...

In this powerful and vulnerable episode of  A Common Thread , Amy reconnects with former colleague and friend Kate Lasher. The two met when Amy hired Kate to help build a new business function at her last corporate job — a chapter of their lives marked by shared professional trauma that they never fully unpacked… until now. For the first time in seven years, Amy and Kate dive into the emotion...

In this raw and inspiring episode, Amy sits down with acclaimed photographer  Erica Loeks , who opens up about the personal and professional unraveling that led her to rediscover her voice, her power, and her purpose. Erica shares what it was like to feel completely lost—caught in the motions of work that felt misaligned, found herself in a phase of life she felt she lost herself within, and...

In this episode, Amy sits down with one of her favorite humans and creative collaborators,  David Kisan , founder of  Sip N Bloom  and the visionary producer behind the runway shows Amy directs. David and Amy pull back the curtain on their magical working relationship—where creative energy flows effortlessly, laughter is constant, and mutual respect runs deep. From planning jaw-drop...

In this episode, Amy is joined by the ever-radiant Elizabeth Ries — longtime co-host of  Twin Cities Live  and co-host of the podcast  Best to the Nest . Elizabeth opens up about the viral moment that sparked the “Be a Julie” movement — a powerful reminder of how words from strangers, both uplifting and unkind, can land deeply, especially when directed at how we look. After receivin...

In this powerful and transformative episode of  A Common Thread , Amy sits down with Brittany Heyboer, the inspiring founder of  Unlock Her Co.  Brittany is a success coach, educator, and board-certified practitioner specializing in subconscious programming—and she’s on a mission to help women-owned businesses build the legacy they  truly  desire from the inside out. After...

In honor of  International Women's Health Month , we’re diving into a conversation that every woman deserves to hear. In this powerful episode of  A Common Thread , Amy sits down with  Ivy Emerson  and  Andrea Zimmerman , founders of  Harmoni Wellness , to talk candidly about the changes so many of us experience in midlife—but rarely talk about. From  perimenopau...

After a much-needed hiatus,  A Common Thread  returns with an intimate solo episode from your host, Amy Seeman. In this raw and honest reflection, Amy opens up about everything that’s unfolded since we last connected—surgery, starting hormone replacement therapy, and making the tough but necessary decision to change over podcast production. This season of life brought stillness, deep ref...

In this intimate solo episode of  A Common Thread , Amy takes us into her closet—both literally and figuratively—as she shares the pivotal moments that led her to leave the corporate world behind and pursue her passion for fashion styling full-time. Through her personal story, she opens up about the fear, excitement, and challenges that come with walking away from a stable career to follow a...

On this lively episode of  A Common Thread , Amy is joined by her mom, Brenda—better known as Mimi—for a conversation that's equal parts embarrassing and enlightening. Together, they recount their most cringeworthy public pant-peeing moments, leaving no detail spared and plenty of laughs in their wake. But it’s not all giggles. As they reminisce about the family's move from Indiana to Minneso...

In this episode, I sit down with Dawn Johnson, a dedicated teacher at Wayzata High School, for a heartfelt conversation about today's kids—who might just be doing better than we think. We dive into the challenges our children face and how we, as parents and a community, can truly show up for them during those tough moments. Dawn, who is now navigating the empty-nester phase with two college-aged k...

Welcome back to  A Common Thread Podcast ! In this second episode of our monthly style series,  Threading Trends , I sit down with style expert Madeline Nachbar to dissect all things fall fashion. This episode is jam-packed with insights on the trends you’ll be seeing this season, what we’re buying, how we’re rewearing pieces from past seasons, and why we’re both skipping the hype around...

In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of  A Common Thread , host Amy Seeman sits down with her big brother, TJ, for a conversation that will have you both laughing and crying. Amy and TJ reminisce about their childhood memories, from shared family moments to attending college together. During the conversation, Amy reminds TJ of a pivotal time when he stepped in to help her get back on...

Join us again on  A Common Thread  as we welcome back Holli K Co, the organizing guru who helps us transform cluttered spaces into serene sanctuaries. In this follow-up episode, Holli returns to tackle Amy's living room cabinets, overflowing with the remnants of her children's younger years. Listen in as Amy and Holli sort through crafts, toys, and memories, deciding what stays and what...

In this raw and vulnerable solo episode, Amy Seeman opens up about the struggles she's been facing with her mental health. It's not an easy conversation to have, but it's one that so many of us need to hear. Amy shares her personal experience with feeling unmotivated and the heavy shame that often accompanies these feelings. She talks openly about the internal battles that come with ADD and how th...

Welcome to the first episode of our new monthly series,  Trend Talks with Amy and Madeline ! In this exciting debut, your host Amy Seeman is joined by the fabulous Madeline Nachbar, the Trend and Style Editor for MSP Magazine. Together, they dive into an engaging conversation about Madeline's career journey, personal style evolution, sources of inspiration, and the current fashion trends they...