Empowered & Embodied Show

Send us a Message "It's just A LOT to deal with." If you've found yourself whispering (or screaming) those words lately, you're not alone—and this episode is for you. In episode 154 of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil open up about what it feels like when everything—from tech problems to creative projects—feels hard . From spinning plates and bu...

Send us a Message In episode 153 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil are diving deep into a conversation with the incredible Adhya Rose—an efficiency and energetics coach who helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs create time freedom and streamline their businesses with ease. But this episode isn’t just about systems and structures (though we touch on those, too!). We explor...

Send us a Message In episode 152 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise explore the art of navigating difficult conversations while staying true to yourself. From intimate relationships to workplace interactions, they reveal what it takes to communicate with honesty, clarity, and compassion, even during emotionally charged moments. They discuss the critical role of self-awareness, i...

Send us a Message In episode 151 of Empowered and Embodied , Kim and Louise dive into the powerful intersections of leadership, identity, and belonging with their incredible guest, Shoshana Allice. Shoshana is a neuro-inclusive leadership coach and consultant, committed to decolonizing leadership and fostering spaces where true belonging—not just fitting in—is possible. We explore the difference b...

Send us a Message In episode 150 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with author, activist, and performer Susan Lieu to explore the weight of family expectations, intergenerational trauma, and the journey to reclaiming self-worth. Susan, author of The Manicurist’s Daughter and creator of the solo show 140 Pounds: How Beauty Killed My Mother , shares her deeply personal s...

Send us a Message Episode 149 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Dr. Essence Deming-Rivers, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Director of Psychological Services at Customized Behavioral Healthcare. As a queer, chronically ill, neurodivergent woman of color, Dr. Essence brings a unique and powerful perspective to conversations on identity, emotional awareness, an...

Send us a Message In episode 148 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise dive into a heartfelt conversation about intentionality—what it means, why it matters, and how we can bring more of it into our lives. From the giggles at the start to deep reflections on self-trust, collaboration, and navigating transitions, this episode is a reminder that autopilot living isn’t serving us anymo...

Send us a Message In episode 147 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Becky Vollmer, a speaker, yoga teacher, and author to unpack what it truly means to be "stuck"—and more importantly, how to move beyond it. Through humor, vulnerability, and powerful insights, they explore self-trust, questioning societal expectations, and embracing personal evolution.  A...

Send us a Message In episode 146 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by Michele Heyward—engineer, tech CEO, and fierce advocate reshaping the landscape for Black, Latina, and Indigenous women in STEM. Michele shares her journey from her early days mentoring engineering students to leading a company that champions underrepresented voices in tech. She invites us to look bey...

Send us a Message In this episode, co-hosts Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by Dennise M. Kowalczyk, also known as The Adventure Broad, for a deep and inspiring conversation about living life with intentionality, embracing joy, and reclaiming personal power at any stage of life. Together, they explore how we can detach from external expectations, combat self-sabotage, and make empowered choi...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down for a heartfelt and insightful tête-à-tête, discussing how to navigate chaos with laughter, self-trust, and a deeper connection to ourselves. They explore what it truly means to connect with your body’s innate wisdom, heal from within, and embrace empowerment as a way of being. Through candid reflections...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise are joined by Steff Gallante, self-care coach, yoga teacher, and advocate for liberation and social justice. Together, they dive into the transformative power of self-liberation, exploring how we can create sustainable self-care practices, honor our energy, and embody our values in a world that often leaves us ov...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise are joined by somatic healer and certified love, sex, and relationship coach Melanie Bonk to explore how we can reconnect with our bodies, redefine pleasure, and embrace empowerment through sensuality. From separating sexuality from sensuality to uncovering the deep wisdom held in our bodies, Melanie shares her e...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Lizzy Palmer, founder of Sync N, about how syncing with our bodies can help us redefine empowerment and release the shame that keeps us from fully accepting ourselves. From breaking free of societal "shoulds" to finding strength in self-advocacy, Lizzy shares her journey as a fitness profe...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise talk about being present, embracing uniqueness, emphasize the journey of self-discovery and the significance of trusting yourself. They explore how to navigate personal growth at your own pace—whether it’s marinating in your “idea babies” or finding joy amid life’s challenges. Together, they reflect on the lessons...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, we explore how to transform financial stress and embrace the journey toward abundance. Our guest, Amanda Neely, CFP®, CEO of Wealth Wisdom Financial and seasoned entrepreneur, shares her story of using intentionality, clarity, and community support to change her relationship with money. Together, we unpack the myths that hold us...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Ramona Kossowan, founder of Ramona K Coaching, to explore how we can release trauma, reconnect with our intuition, and step into empowerment during life’s transitions. From navigating the fear of letting go to building safety within our bodies, Ramona shares her expertise as a gentle trauma release...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , co-hosts Kim and Louise take a heartfelt dive into the beauty of synchronicities, the transformative power of self-trust, and the journey of navigating personal and collective growth. Join us for a cozy and candid conversation exploring how intuitive insights can guide us, how cosmic shifts influence our inner and outer worlds,...

Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, we uncover what it truly means to find abundance, balance, and resilience in life’s messy middle moments. Our guest, Virginia Elder, founder of Podcast Abundance, opens up about her journey from financial stress and debt to building a thriving business helping amplify women’s voices in podcasting. Together, we explore how to emb...

Send us a Message In this juicy episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, we explore the themes of community, trust, self-reclamation, and navigating life beyond restrictive beliefs. Our guest Alesia Galati, a podcast strategist and micro-agency founder, opens up about her powerful journey from growing up in a fundamentalist cult to rediscovering self-trust and personal empowerment. Together, we...

Send us a Message In this powerful episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , we sit down with feminist business coach, Feminist Founders podcast host, and Messy Liberation co-host Becky Mollenkamp to explore the path from merely surviving to genuinely thriving—particularly for women navigating the business world. Becky shares her deeply personal journey, from the corporate grind to launching th...

Send us a Message In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey—bestselling author, transformational coach, and artist—to explore what it truly means to empower yourself from within. Clarissa shares her journey of self-discovery and resilience, including how a vocal condition challenged her identity and sparked a new level of self-acceptance. Together, they...

Send us a Message In this heartfelt and timely episode, we explore personal stories and practical strategies for overcoming emotional overwhelm during challenging times. With global stressors, personal hardships, and the U.S. elections as a backdrop, this conversation centers on how to regulate your nervous system, build emotional resilience, and find balance amidst the chaos.  Whether you’re feel...

Send us a Message In this powerful episode, Kim and Louise sit down with life and business alignment coach Valerie Friedlander to unpack the layers of empowerment, personal agency, and navigating social systems. Valerie shares her philosophy on individual empowerment with systemic awareness, diving into the importance of recognizing the systems that shape our lives and how we can reclaim our choic...

Send us a Message This week on The Empowered & Embodied Show, we have a great conversation with Carol Hamilton, the force behind Grace Social Sector Consulting, LLC, and the host of the Mission: Impact podcast. Carol shares her journey into the social impact world, a path shaped early on by her experiences and how this perspective fueled her drive to be part of the solution, rather than just o...