Badass Basic Bitch

Join us for a heartfelt catch-up with the inspiring Amber Pierson, who first joined our podcast in 2021. Back then, she delved deep into her transformative journey of parenting Kai, a brave young soul with a myriad of health challenges including hydrocephalus, Dandy Walker malformation, and several others. Listen to Amber's first episode here to hear more about Kai's birth story and the...

In this episode, Anita Yokota discusses how our living spaces impact our mental wellbeing and offers tips to organize and declutter our homes in a more intentional way. Some key points: Our homes can make us feel more secure, calm and organized which improves our mental health and relationships. Intentionally designing spaces to connect with ourselves and others can be therapeutic. Clutter and dis...

On this week's episode, we are joined by licensed marriage and family therapist Lauren Rosen, who specializes in OCD, anxiety and eating disorders. Lauren shares her personal experience with OCD and how it led her to pursue a career helping others with the disorder. She discusses various manifestations of OCD beyond the stereotypical cleanliness obsession and how it impacts people's dail...

On this week's episode, we welcome Naseema McElroy, a trailblazer in personal finance, and hear about her inspiring journey from overcoming substantial debt to strategic investing. As a mom, labor and delivery nurse, author, and podcast host, Naseema shares her unique perspective on what it truly means to live intentionally. Whether you're struggling with debt, interested in investing, o...

On this week’s episode we are joined by bestselling author, podcast creator and award-winning journalist, Jo Piazza. In today's episode, we explore the power of mom influencers in today's society. We delve into the emotions they evoke, the products they entice us to buy, and the ways in which they can both inspire and create pressure on mothers worldwide. More about Jo: Jo is the nationa...

On this week’s episode we are joined by Sarah Puil, the Founder and CEO of BOXT. Sarah shares how she started her luxury boxed wine company from scratch. She discusses the challenges of launching a new beverage brand, from post-bottling fermentation issues to the recent bank collapse. Sarah emphasizes the importance of being proactive, transparent and authentic with customers when problems arise....

This week we have Kim Polinder, a couples counselor with extensive expertise in conflict resolution. We explore a topic that many couples face: resolving conflicts. Whether you're in a relationship seeking to improve your conflict resolution skills, or simply interested in understanding the dynamics of human connection, this episode is for you.  Key topics we cover: Understanding different co...

In this episode, we sit down with psychological astrologer Danielle Beinstein to discuss how astrology goes beyond sun signs and zodiac stereotypes. Danielle shares how she integrates a humanistic and mystical approach to astrology to support people's soul journeys. She explains the difference between natal charts and sun signs, how the lunar cycles and planetary transits can provide guidance...

On today's episode we are joined by Kennedy Hammond, the owner of Love of Earth Co. and an inspiring advocate for sustainable living and zero-waste practices. We explore what it means to live a zero-waste life and why it is crucial for the health of our planet. Kennedy explains that zero waste extends beyond recycling and emphasizes the importance of reducing waste at its source. She highligh...

On this week's episode, we are joined by Professor Jaime Hamilton, a renowned communication expert and professor. With her extensive knowledge and experience, Professor Hamilton uses her social media platform to educate people on effective communication techniques. Today, she brings her expertise to our discussion on workplace bullying. Professor Hamilton shares valuable insights, drawing fro...

In this week's episode, we are joined by Beatrice Kamau, a renowned self-love coach, as shares her transformative insights on navigating the realms of self-love and dating. Join us as we delve into the misconceptions around healing oneself before dating, and discover Beatrice's unique approach to strengthening women's self-love, self-trust, and intuition, so they no longer rely on e...

In this week's episode, we are joined by the incredible Liz Kleinrock, a renowned educator and advocate for antiracist and antibias work. Liz shares her journey, starting from her upbringing and how her identities shaped her perception of herself and her career path. Together, we delve into the importance of recognizing and addressing implicit biases, exploring strategies for identifying and...

In this episode, we dive deep into the realm of burnout and stress management with Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein. Join us as we explore the patterns of burnout, gain invaluable tips to prevent and manage stress, and learn how to navigate our own journeys towards a healthier, more balanced life. Whether you're seeking personal growth or looking to support others in their mental well-being, this episo...

On this week’s episode of Badass Basic Bitch we have Elise Hu, a Los Angeles-based journalist, podcaster, author and media entrepreneur. She’s the host of TED Talks Daily, a correspondent for VICE News Tonight, a host-at-large at NPR, and the author of Flawless, a book about lessons in looks and culture from the K-Beauty capital. Today we are going to be talking about Elise’s book, Flawless , and...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Pilar Schenk, COO of Collaboration and Security Sales Organizations  at Cisco, to discuss the challenges of being a career-driven mom and busting through the glass ceiling in the tech industry. Pilar shares her background and journey to becoming a successful executive in the tech industry. She also provides valuable advice for women who are considering...

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Ellen Yin, the founder of Cubicle to CEO, a media platform empowering female entrepreneurs with financially transparent content, live events, and educational products. Ellen shares her journey from being a first-generation Asian-American working in the corporate world to becoming a CEO at the age of 23. She talks about leaving her corporate job with...

On today’s episode we are joined by two very special guests, Ashley Closson, who was one of our very first guests on the podcast (Addicts and Assholes with Ashley:  listen here ). Ashley gives us a life update and shares how one small step forward led her to where she is today. Joining Ashley is Madelyn Klein, a new guest who will be sharing her personal story and how her and Ashley’s paths crosse...

In this episode, Leslie Schrock joins as a guest to discuss her experiences with fertility and pregnancy. Leslie is an author and angel investor who works at the intersection of health and technology, and has written two books on the topic: "Bumpin'" and "Fertility Rules". Leslie shares her personal journey of trying to conceive, including the challenges she faced and the...

Savaun Perry, Esq. is a college professor and founder of Ezer Legal Solutions, an estate planning law firm. She founded this firm as part of her personal mission to preserve wealth through legacy strategies and to truly make a positive impact on the lives of those around her. She recognized the importance of serving her community with estate planning solutions that not only protect tangible assets...

On this week’s episode we are joined by shame-busting psychologist, Dr. Shawn Horn. In additional to being a licensed psychologist, she is an author, host of Inspired Living podcast, YouTuber, educator and TEDX speaker. Today we are going to be exploring the human experiences of shame, the neuroscience behind it, how to identify and differentiate shame from other emotions, the impact of social med...

On this week’s episode we are joined by Tiffany Yu. Tiffany is a content creator, TEDx speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice, and the CEO & Founder of Diversability, an award-winning entirely disabled-run and led social enterprise that elevates disability pride. On today’s episode, we are going to hear Tiffany’s story and how her obstacles have become the greatest thing that has ever happened to her. Ti...

On this week’s episode we are joined by therapist, coach, and podcast host, Amber Benziger. As someone who has experienced anxiety herself, Amber specializes in helping women manage their anxiety and move through their feelings with radical acceptance, self love, and boundaries. Brianna and Amber talk about all things anxiety – what it is, how it shows up, tips for managing it, and some misconcept...

On this week’s episode we have Kelly Roberts, who is the head coach and creator of the Badass Lady Gang, an inclusive running community made by women for women. Today we are going to be hearing Kelly’s story, how she started running, the making of the Badass Lady Gang community, and discussing some running tips and misconceptions. Head coach and creator of the Badass Lady Gang, Kelly Roberts’ pre-...

On this week’s episode we are here with Dr. Lora Shahine (Sha heen). She is a double board certified reproductive endocrinologist and OBGYN, Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Washington, best selling author, mom of two, and host of the Baby or Bust podcast. Dr. Shahine is passionate about educating her community about reproductive health and providing miscarriage and infertility su...

On this week’s episode we have clinical psychologist, Dr. Stephanie Carinia. Dr. Stephanie specializes in personality disorders, trauma, and addiction and uses her Instagram platform to educate, support, and inspire people to better understand and empower themselves. On this episode, Dr. Stephanie and Brianna unpack relationships with narcissistic and gaslighting parents and how to heal from those...