Christina in the Valley

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: A Conversation with Bri Cooper In this episode of the Christina in the Valley podcast, host Christina Gavin welcomes her inspiring friend Bri Cooper. They discuss Bri's incredible journey into entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced, and the triumphs she achieved, including founding her successful creative agency, Moxie Gal Marketing. The conversation delves...

In this episode of the Christina in the Valley podcast, host Christina sits down with Barbara Spitzer, an inspiring professional who shares her remarkable journey of resilience, reinvention, and embracing change. Barbara discusses pivotal moments in her life, including being laid off after 35 years and how it catalyzed her transformation. She candidly opens up about her early years as an army brat...

In this episode of 'Christina in the Valley', host Christina dives into an in-depth conversation with Krista Ripma, Founder and CEO of Authentic Audience, a digital advertising agency. The discussion focuses on how Krista maintains a balance between being a mother and running her thriving business. She also shares how she integrates various elements of her personal life and interests, such...

In this podcast episode, host Christina Gavin welcomes Loren Lewin, CEO and founder of Companion Candles—a company celebrated for its pet-friendly, toxin-free candles. Loren shares her journey of launching a start-up during the challenging period of the pandemic. She talks about her decision to pursue her passion for candle making upon discovering how most candles contain many toxins. Loren's...

Season 2 launching March 1st! In this season, Christina is delving into the worlds of C-suite executives, female founders, and unstoppable women disrupting industries left and right! From corporate America's boardrooms to the front lines of entrepreneurial innovation, we're covering it all and we are helping you DO THE SAME. We're talking pet-friendly candles, groundbreaking consulting...

Welcome to "Beneath the Magnolia," where we venture deep into the heart of Alabama sorority recruitment, peeling back layers of tradition and sisterhood to reveal the unvarnished truth. In this episode, we uncover the hidden narratives, unexpected anecdotes, and emotional junctures that shape the captivating world of not only sorority life in Alabama, but in the United States. Links Ment...

Discover the art of personal branding with the renowned expert, Anna Vatuone, in this empowering episode of Christina in the Valley. Learn how to unleash your unique voice and craft a compelling personal brand that resonates with your audience. From leveraging social media to embracing authenticity, Anna's practical tips and real-life examples will inspire you to leave a lasting impact on the worl...

Discover the inspiring story of Ella, a remarkable twenty-something woman who fearlessly embraced life's challenges. Join us in this engaging episode as Ella shares her extraordinary journey of navigating through divorce in her twenties, rediscovering love in the dating world, and taking charge of her destiny by venturing into the wine business. From heartbreak to triumph, learn how Ella defie...

Join us as we dive deep into the world of sobriety and explore the transformative journey of living an alcohol-free lifestyle. In this episode, I sit down with Danielle, from That Sober Glow, who shares her personal experiences, challenges, and triumphs on the path to sobriety. Together, we unravel the incredible benefits that come with taking a break from alcohol, and provide invaluable insights...

Today I have a very special episode planned for you and it’s my first solo episode!! I’ve been wanting to do something like this with you for a while and I’m so excited I’ve finally made the time. I share what’s going on in my life, my current obsessions, how I got over being cringey and why you should too.  Current obsessions: Tik tok Grinder Sandwich Surely NA Wine Athletic Brewing NA Beer The L...

Today is our bama rush tell all. We are getting down and dirty to discuss everything the documentary should’ve covered! From our sorority experience to our thoughts about the documentary and not to mention our obsession with Bama Rush tok. No stone is left unturned. Makayla and I discuss just what it means to be a sorority girl and how much it’s going to cost you. Buckle up. This bonus episode is...

Today we have a fan favorite, you may know him as Shooby from the first season of Netflix’s the circle, but I know as Shubham from the speech and debate team in high school. Shubham has had a few shall we say extracurricular activities, from running for governor to appearing on not one, but TWO SEASONS of the Circle. He joins me today to discuss all things social media including where he stands wi...

What would you do if you found out you had cancer a few weeks before your 26th birthday? My bestfriend Annalise is here to walk us through her incredible journey. Today is an emotional episode about Annalise’s battle with Hodgkins lymphoma, how she found the courage to share her story and how it has impacted her life and others. 

Today we are talking with Bianca, a personal trainer and leader in the women’s fitness space. We are covering everything from mental health, intuitive eating, hustle culture and just how toxic the wellness industry can really be. Bianca's Bio: Bianca Herres, B.S., CPT, is a strength and mindset coach who focuses on bridging performance goals and compassion for both herself and her clients. Her bac...

Why is it so hard for women to not only ask for what they want, but ask for what they deserve? Today we are chatting with one of my favorite people, Professor Jo-Ellen from Santa Clara University. Jo-Ellen is an associate professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at the Leavey School of business. She taught me almost everything I know about negotiating and not only asking for what you want, but...

Join me and the wonderful Eva Sage-Gavin (also my mother) as we get her perspective on what really happened with *that guy* and talk all things love.  Books discussed: Money and Love: An Intelligent Roadmap for Life's Biggest Decisions by Myra Strober and Abby Davisson  Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones Notable Links: How to Date Yourself I...

Welcome to the Christina in the Valley podcast. A podcast for women navigating life’s biggest challenges from dating and relationships, to negotiating your first salary and what the heck even is a 401k! Join your host, Christina Gavin as she brings in the valley's experts to empower you to live your best and most beautiful life. Have a topic you want to hear about? Reach out to Christina on instag...