Red Nail Energy

What does it look like to raise good humans when you’re no longer following the rules you were raised with? Ashley Buckner joins me to talk about raising kids outside of religion, redefining what “good” actually means, mom guilt, trusting yourself, and giving our kids (and ourselves) the freedom to question what we’ve been taught. Connect with Ashley: Instagram Website

In this episode, I sit down with Beth from Quiet the Clock to talk about the invisible deadlines so many women carry; marriage, babies, fertility, all of it. From freezing her eggs at 37 to becoming a mom at 40 and 44, Beth’s story is a reminder that different doesn’t mean late. We talk about questioning the milestones we’ve been handed, holding onto what you know you want, and making peace with a...

What happens when the dream stays the same, but the path to it changes completely? Brandon Hill’s journey to fatherhood began with a plan to build a family with his husband, and ultimately led him to becoming a solo dad to Hudson. We talk surrogacy, an unexpected separation during pregnancy, waiting to learn if Hudson was biologically his, and what it means to redefine family when life looks nothi...

Have you ever felt like you're behind? Behind in your career. Behind in love. Behind in becoming the person you thought you'd be by now. In this episode, I'm joined by Paula Mathias, author of Speak Up and The YES Method, for a conversation about reinvention, confidence, and finding the courage to stop waiting for permission. We explore why so many women make themselves smaller, how to overcome im...

What if the relationship you've been searching for doesn't begin with finding the right person, but by becoming the right person and changing the relationship you have with yourself? In this episode, I'm joined by Shea Fairbanks for a conversation about emotional safety, attachment, self-worth, and what healthy partnership actually looks like. We unpack why so many of us mistake anxiety for chemis...

She's baaaack! Have you ever wondered if the resistance you're feeling is actually trying to tell you something? In this episode, I reflect on the past year, the power of creating space instead of forcing outcomes, and why some of life's biggest disappointments may actually be making room for something even better.

Today marks 11 years since my dad died, and I’m sharing a short, personal episode. I talk about grief, the quiet ways life keeps moving, and how so much is unfolding for us behind the scenes, even when it doesn’t feel like it. A few reminders I come back to often: don’t hold on too tightly, create space for what’s meant for you, forgive yourself, and forgive the people you love. If you’re in a sea...

We’re stepping into a new year and I don’t believe it’s asking us to rush, reinvent ourselves, or suddenly have it all figured out. In this solo episode, I reflect on the shift from the Year of the Snake into the Year of the Horse, what it means to close a nine year cycle and begin a one year, and why this season is more about honest movement than big declarations. We talk about the pressure we pu...

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Nave , a Single Mom by Choice and creator of the Choosing Chaos podcast, to talk about what happens when you stop waiting for life to look a certain way and start trusting yourself to build it anyway. Laura shares how casual jokes about motherhood slowly turned into real curiosity, real research, and eventually a brave, intentional decision to pursue motherho...

In this episode, certified dog trainer and behaviorist April Jantz breaks down the myths, mistakes, and mindset shifts every dog owner needs to hear. From why your dog is way smarter than you think… to how your own confidence (or lack of it) trains your dog more than any command… to the surprising ways we accidentally reinforce fear and misbehavior, this conversation will change how you relate to...

In this conversation, Kayse Gehret, founder of Microdosing for Healing, shares the profound wisdom she’s gained from guiding women through some of their most tender and transformative chapters. We explore how grief becomes a portal, how healing reconnects us with the truth of who we’ve always been, and why reclamation of self is the greatest gift on the other side of pain. A gentle, expansive, dee...

Ever been told your labs are fine but you still don’t feel fine? This week I’m joined by Lyndsy from FNDTN Functional Medicine , who’s breaking down what it really means to get to the root cause of your symptoms, from hormone imbalances to gut health, cortisol dysregulation, and everything in between. We talk about what makes true functional medicine different, why healing often means unlearning p...

Sometimes the hardest part of growth is not the leap itself, it’s the space in between. The part where you’ve released what’s no longer aligned but haven’t fully stepped into what’s next. The part where you’re learning to trust that what flutters away was never yours to hold, and what’s meant for you will land softly, and stay. In this solo episode, I’m sharing a life update and some real talk on...

This week’s conversation with Tina is one of those you’ll want to replay. The kind that reminds you just how sacred your energy really is. We talk about the beauty in endings, how boundaries teach others to respect themselves, and what it means to finally take your seat at the table you once thought you didn’t belong at. Tina’s story is one of evolution: from people-pleasing and proving to embodyi...

What if your closet could be a mirror for your self-worth? In this episode, I sit down with Laura Tully, stylist, speaker, and advocate for women choosing themselves, to talk about fashion as more than just clothing. Laura invites us to see our wardrobe as a reflection of who we are, the seasons we’re moving through, and the worth we’ve always carried. We dive into letting go of items that no long...

I see you, I love you. You are not alone.

What if your relationships are really mirrors? In this episode with Bryan Power, we dive deep into patterns of love, breakups, and healing. Bryan shares powerful insights on why anxious and avoidant partners are often drawn to each other, how to break free from repeating toxic cycles, and why childhood patterns quietly run the show in our adult relationships. We explore how to choose love consciou...

Ever second-guess yourself at work? In this episode with leadership coach and author Joyel Crawford , we dig into imposter syndrome, burnout, and the importance of advocating for yourself in your career. Joyel shares practical tools like creating a “Damn I’m Good” folder to remind yourself of your wins, how to know when it’s time to walk away from a job that’s hurting you, and the half-page strate...

If you’ve ever doomscrolled yourself into an existential spiral, wondered if the world is going to hell, or felt like dating apps have made human connection extinct… you’re not alone. In this raw, hilarious, and surprisingly grounding conversation, Ali Astrid Moto and I ask the big messy questions: Is everyone f ***ed? and is the world actually broken? And how the hell do we keep living, loving, a...

Shai Schechter launched his first online business at just 10 years old, the first in a series of tech and event businesses that led to co-founding RightMessage in 2017. After steering RightMessage through a six-year roller coaster of raising capital, building a team, nearly going under, then finding stability and growth and a sale, he stepped off the tech treadmill to slow down, get real with hims...

Ashley Southard is a devoted military widow, mother, and fierce truth-teller whose story has touched hearts across the internet. After losing her husband who died serving our country, Ashley has shared not just her grief but also her incredible path of healing, rediscovery, and standing strong in her values. Now navigating new love, motherhood, and the delicate balance of honoring her late husband...

Alex Rutkay is the founder of City Mouse , a community-driven lifestyle brand born from the belief that it’s never too late to begin again. After ditching the pressure of perfect timelines and traditional definitions of success, Alex leaned into reinvention and built something magnetic. Whether it’s fashion, friendship, or finding your footing in your 30s and beyond, she reminds us that growth doe...

In this episode, I’m joined by Abigail from Sol Therapy . A licensed therapist, educator, and somatic guide who helps people reconnect with their bodies and rewrite the old narratives stored in their nervous systems. Together, we explore what it really means to befriend your nervous system, why healing isn’t about “fixing” yourself, and how early life experiences shape the way we view safety, conn...

This solo episode is a love letter to anyone who’s ever felt behind. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Shouldn’t I be further along by now?” this one’s for you. Macaile peels back the layers of timelines, comparison traps, and societal standards to remind you that you are exactly where you are meant to be. She shares how a seemingly random moment involving donuts (yes, really) led...