Barely Filtered

I hate to be the bearer of bad news… but this is the last episode of Barely Filtered! But this isn’t goodbye! Over the past two years, we’ve laughed, cried, and been through it all—my divorce, dating disasters, and unexpected love. In this final episode, I reflect on my wild ride through the dating world and share the lessons I’ve learned about self-worth, red flags, and putting yourself out there...

I’m officially engaged! I spill all the hilarious, chaotic, and heartfelt details—from a Paris proposal that left my finger looking like a sausage, to Luxembourg Gardens, Eiffel Tower boat rides, and the unexpected truths about dating, love, and life at 36. Plus, my hot takes on why I like Rhode Island, New Jersey and New York Italian food better than Italian food in Italy, European wine, and how...

I sit down with Cat & Nat—the unfiltered honest moms who share a social media account, a bank account (their husbands, both named Mark, have zero access!), and a mission to keep it real about motherhood. We talk newborn survival mode, navigating the messy world of parenting online, and why stepping away can actually make you a better mom. From mom ruts to tracking teens, from internet trolls t...

This episode is a rollercoaster, and I’m taking you with me. I went through your DMs and voicemails and pulled the most unhinged (and hilarious) questions — and we’re covering it ALL.
We’re diving into three categories: Siblings – Who’s my favorite right now? Who’s annoying me? Would I call Olivia if I went to jail? (Yes.) Would I call Sophia? (Only if she’s awake.) Zac – Are we talking marriage?...

Today I’m joined by Erin Claire Jones, one of the world’s leading experts in Human Design. This isn’t astrology or horoscopes—it’s a system that helps us understand how we’re wired to make decisions, communicate, and live with more ease and alignment! We get into how this system, based on your time, date, and place of birth, can give insight into your career, creativity, parenting, and everyday li...

Is it braver to stay and fight for your marriage—or to walk away when it no longer feels right? In part two of this conversation, Amber Rae discusses the messy middle of love, conflict, and commitment. She shares why leaving wasn’t the end of her struggle, how she met the man she calls her soulmate, and why conflict isn’t what kills relationships—avoidance is... and what it really takes to build a...

What does it really take to walk away from a “good” relationship that isn’t right for you? In this powerful episode, author and speaker Amber Rae opens up about leaving her nine-year marriage—a decision that others called brave, selfish, and everything in between. She shares how writing helped her heal, why staying “for the kids” or out of fear can do more harm than good, and how choosing love and...

In this episode, I chat with Anna Kai, the queen of no-BS confidence, about why true confidence isn’t about being arrogant or “that bitch” — it’s about proving to yourself you’ve got what it takes. We dive into the power of quitting (yes, quitting!), why missing your boat might just mean you’re building a way cooler one, and how to stop comparing your life to everyone else’s highlight reel on soci...

Aurora’s fresh off a chaotic Italian “romantic” getaway (spoiler: food poisoning), Anna’s typing from a walking pad while tapering off Zoloft, and somehow we still manage to cover everything from parenting burnout to the boldest cheating scandal ever caught on a jumbotron. We talk productivity myths, the strange clarity of driving, how oranges might be ancient throat medicine, and why 53 minutes i...

In this episode, I get called a boomer—by my own boyfriend—because of my love for grandma hobbies like baking and knitting, but honestly, that might make me peak Gen Z. I break down some of the lingo Gen Z is using (no cap), question whether weddings are just overpriced stress-fests, and debate with Anna about whether farting in front of your partner is a sign of closeness or a total romance kille...

This episode is straight TMI. Anna Kai talks underwear preferences, her stash of painty liners, and how once she had two menstrual discs stuck up her vagina at one time. Meanwhile, I admit I’ve had two tampons stuck up there without realizing. It’s fine. We’re fine. Then we switch gears to talk about first crushes (Anna’s was Lance Bass), how my son Remi quizzes me on his crushes, and why people s...

ADHD can intensify emotions, which can especially impact relationships. In this second part of our series with Shanna Pearson, we move beyond common advice to explore the real, everyday challenges that people with ADHD experience: why medication might not always feel fully effective, what it means to “focus on the wrong things,” and how tools like mood scheduling can help you work with your brain...

ADHD is more talked about than ever. In this episode, we sit down with Shanna Pearson, an ADHD expert who also has ADHD, to unpack some of the most misunderstood aspects of the condition. From the overwhelm that often starts in childhood to why your brain craves stimulation, we talk diagnosis vs. misdiagnosis, body doubling, rejection sensitivity, dopamine regulation, and what it actually feels li...

Ever spiral after a text, blame yourself for something you’re not sure was your fault, or obsess over a moment days later? You’re not alone. In this episode, I talk through the question so many of us with ADHD constantly ask ourselves: Is it me… or is it my ADHD? I share a recent situation with a mom friend that had me second-guessing everything, and how ADHD shows up in my life through overthinki...

In this solo episode, I open up about my third boob surgery — what went wrong with the first two, what I’ve learned, and why I’m finally done with big boobs. I also share the chaos behind Miami Swim Week, from getting my period right before walking the runway to failing miserably at trying to “prep” for it by cutting out sugar (spoiler: I just ended up bingeing carbs by 7p every night). Go to ther...

Caroline gets right into it about why staying together for the kids is a myth, how children speed up the inevitable, and why the idea of a “fun baby” is pure propaganda. We talk blending families, building businesses, becoming different versions of yourself, and that time her husband programmed her phone to scream “WE NEED A BABY” every day at noon. She shares her advice for women starting over, h...

Anna’s back and we’re talking about my new relationship—the first one that actually feels easy in all the right ways. We get into dom/sub dynamics, weird DMs from a guy offering to work for free, and Anna warning me I’m gonna get blackmailed. My response? “So he’s going to be making all my social media assets for me for free… with a boner? That’s fine with me.”  Also: dating rules, sleeping togeth...

From the I Wish You Knew Podcast, Adam Smith and Andrey Korikov break down why modern relationships are struggling—and what we can do to fix them. From the neuroscience behind attachment to the biology of bonding (yes, men and women really do connect differently), we explore how stress, sex, and communication shape connection. We break down why conflict isn’t something to avoid—but the key to buil...

You probably know her as The Bachelorette, but there’s so much more to Hannah Brown than roses and reality TV.  In this episode, Hannah opens up about everything from falling in love with Adam when she wasn’t looking, to living apart, to building a relationship grounded in faith, values, and a whole lot of growth. We talk about heartbreak, healing, boundaries, and what it really takes to know your...

My dad almost married someone else before my mom — but then they had a shotgun wedding! In this unfiltered episode, I confront my dad about the way he approaches my dating life, ask my parents how they really felt about my divorce, and dig into the chaos of being raised by a black cat (my mom) and a golden retriever (my dad). Viola trauma (yes, I still have PTSD), rebellious teen years, Tokyo tour...

Ever have one of those days where everyone’s annoying and you’re like, maybe I’m just PMSing? Same. In this episode, I get real about everything — my progression in a new relationship (we’re starting to get over the hump of the honeymoon phase), a heartbreaking story that’s been weighing on me, and why this summer is the summer of me. I also share the chaos of Mother’s Day, what I’d do differently...

Did you know in your late 20s everything shifts? You’re definitely not alone. In this episode, Lindsey Simcik and Krista Williams get real about what’s happening during your Saturn Return—that intense, cosmic phase between ages 27 and 30 that shakes up your world. We talk astrology, the shift from people-pleasing to self-love, how your brain is rewiring itself, and why your 20s aren’t a crisis—the...

In this episode, I share the real story of how I met my boyfriend—and let me tell you, I didn’t follow any of my dating rules! If you want to find your person, you have to date. But learning how to date isn’t easy. With so many so expert rules out there, part of the journey is figuring out which ones actually work for you. I also open up about his past—yes, he dated Kristin Cavallari—and the hesit...

Want to know the secret to losing weight? PROTEIN. Hint: two eggs won’t cut it. Holistic nutritionist and wellness expert Kelly LeVeque shares her science-backed approach to feeling your best—starting with why protein should always come first. It’s the key to managing hunger, boosting energy, and supporting metabolism—and most women (and kids!) aren’t getting enough. Kelly also opens up about the...

This episode is unfiltered and unapologetic—nothing’s off limits. We’re talking ex etiquette, relationships, and whether you’re the black cat or the golden retriever. I spill the tea on my new relationship and Sophia shares why she might’ve waited longer to go public. Dating in the public eye brings pressure, opinions, and one real truth: if you want your relationship to work, you can make it work...