Honey, Unfiltered

Hi friends! Get your notebooks out, because this week we’re diving into the real, unfiltered experience of Physician Assistant (PA) school. This episode was recorded at the very start of my own PA school journey — a time when I was eager to absorb any and all advice from those who had already walked the path before me. I wanted to hear the good, the hard, and everything in between so I could step...

Not professional financial advice, just relational points about navigating finances in early adulthood, and sharing tips and tricks that have worked for many along the way! In this episode I'm sitting down to have a conversation that comes with many different emotions, depending on who you are: money in our 20s. It can be scary, it can be empowering, but one thing is for sure: we're all...

Welcome back to another episode!  This week, we're talking about weekly resets. More than that, we are talking about tapping into your soul health and ways to more deeply connect with yourself so you can own your week and own your life! We hear feedback from some friends and from Kaitlyn on some of their soul-care/reset practices, as well as why paying attention to and taking care of our soul...

Let’s cut to the chase, this episode is about discernment.  I want to you ask yourself: what does it look like when you compare? In what areas in your life are you continuing to grow and evolve that is impacting the relationships in your life?  In this episode, I sit down with the lovely Sarah Yudkin, relationship anxiety coach who is so much more than that: Sarah helps individuals navigate their...

Hi hi!! I'm excited to share this fun, light hearted episode with you. I'm talking about my prep for PA school and all it will entail! I can't believe I'm actually starting at the end of THIS summer! I'm so excited to open this new chapter of my life, but also working hard to stay in the moment (ironic that being present actually takes work lol).  SO it is my top priority...

Hey yall!  It's summer, so that means the trips are starting (and if you love travel, I hope yours are too!!)!  In this fun & lighthearted episode, I dive into some rules of thumb for specific kinds of trips and what I'll be bringing on my trip to Europe this Summer! Whether you're anticipating a trip on a school break or not sure whether you should book that flight you've...

Amid the chaos and business of life, its important to sit back and reflect on the good things in life, and in this episode I'm taking time to do just that. From mornings to apps to favorite parts of my routine, I'm sharing some of my favorite things in this season of life! Listen in and start to reflect on what you're loving about your life right now too! What are some things that b...

I looove love!! That said, this episode helps us recognize and reflect on a certain kind of love: SELF love! Even though Valentine's Day receives a lot of mixed perspectives, I wanted to make sure you didn't forget about the importance of loving yourself and the life you are living during this holiday! And this should be applied on days other than V-day too. Join me as I answer questions...

Welcome back to the pod! Today, Kaitlyn sits down with Pamela Madsen: founder of Back To The Body and world renown advocate for sexual wellness and education featured in Condé Nast Traveller, New York Times, and more. In this episode, they deep-dive into what it means to reconnect with the body at any of life's phases. Pamela sheds a gentle yet fierce light on the importance of re-gaining sov...

Do you have New Years Resolutions (that you've stuck to)? Do you have a word of the year?? Maybe this year you'll want one. In this episode, Kaitlyn talks about her 2025 Word of the Year and reflects on how she thinks she did with her 2024 Word of the Year (always scary to grade yourself). Learn about the significance of having a Word of the Year and what it has been like for someone to...

Join Kaitlyn as she welcomes friend and classmate, Brynna Garden, to share her perspective on the process of applying to grad school. Brynna is a first year student pursuing her Master's of Public Health and her reflections on the application process come with valuable advice and stories that others can use in pursuit of a graduate degree.  Don't forget to let us know what you think by l...

Have you ever wondered what the process is for applying to grad school? Don’t know which route is for you?  In this episode, Kaitlyn sits down with Emily Valencia- current M1 student in Medical School- to answer some questions about the grad school application process, how applications between Medical and PA school differ, and the highs and lows of the grad school experience so far. The girls also...

After 1 semester of grad school, I think I've got this stuff down... LOL thats a joke, but I have learned quite a few things that I have the pleasure of sharing with you.  If you're thinking about grad school or wondering what the heck goes down there, this episode is for you so you can get a "sneak peak."  If you've already been there or are in the trenches now, this one&...

With analysis on why we fear being alone and what we can get out of facing those fears, studies have shown ample benefits of leaning into alone time. Instead of waiting for the wisdom of our elder years to land in our laps to help us realize being alone at times isn't all that bad, why don't we go after it now?   In this episode I break down how we can embrace and unlock the goodness of...

Girl, it's been too long! In this episode, I give a rundown of the busyness that is my life lately and catch you up on all the new things I'm experiencing in a new city and this new chapter of my life! With all the growth and stretching, so many parts of my life are making me grateful for the journey, and I want to share a bit of that with you. Thanks for listening! Enjoy the pod. -K xx...

As the date nears to leave for grad school, I couldn't go any longer without getting some feedback, insight, and encouragement from a cherished friend! In this episode, get to know Cassie Bodi and her journey as she navigates life in graduate school to become a Speech Pathologist.  Although journeys in grad school differ from one person to the next, we realize there are some commonalities thr...

To Honor Mother's Day, I'm sitting down with my mom and sister who tell us about  mental health in motherhood, impactful moments in their journeys so far, and what they look forward to in the years to come. Grab your coffee, a special momma in your life, and tune in to this episode full of laughter and heartfelt reflection! -K xx Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also,...

Each year for the past few years I have set time aside to welcome a "Word of the Year" in order to stay focused and grounded in my growth and goals. In this episode, I have a brainstorm-checkup-self-motivation talk to assess where I stand with my 2024 word at this point in the year and where I want it to guide me moving forward. I reveal my word, what it means to me, and how I'm see...

Life is messy. Without owning up to our avoidances and being true to ourselves in each moment and season of life, we tend to create even bigger messes. Today we are going to sit down and intentionally sift through the mess that is our lives. We'll boldly bring to the surface our strengths and the inspirations that can keep us moving forward as individuals in our callings and together in our p...

What do you consider "good" or "healthy" for you? Would your neighbor completely agree? (probably not!) In this episode, I explore the power of uniqueness as it helps us unveil our customized balance in life. I untangle some knots and reach engaging realizations about what is important in life, and what is not. We tend to impose harsh expectations on ourselves or receive those...

Happy New Year! 2023 brought a lot of growth from both highs and lows throughout the year. Having taken some time to connect with myself, my goals, and those around me, I welcome you back to the pod to dive into some reflections and conversations about life. In this episode I review my 2023 and transition into how I would like to navigate 2024 with all the inevitable unexpected events: ideal and l...

If you're in your 20s you might be very familiar with the roller coaster of events, emotions, and the sometimes overwhelming pressure to make decisions and fit a mold. Decision paralysis much? Yeah, I've been there. Life can be confusing and even intimidating but there is still so much to appreciate and learn in these times. In today's episode, I discuss building mental fortitude an...

New Year, New Season!  With some time away from recording, I was able to disconnect/reconnect, reflect, and brainstorm, and now we are back with a new season of Honey, Unfiltered! This episode shares the events and thoughts as highs and lows since rounding out the first season. Getting deep, reel, and unfiltered, I talk about hopes for the podcast and recent events that have shaped me and my persp...

The New Year is here! With the new year always comes a glimmer of hope for new opportunities and the idea of being able to put the last calendar year completely behind you. Many of us look forward to starting fresh, but somehow manage to fall back into our own ways by this time (the end of the first week of the new year)... In this episode, I sit down to not only talk about some plans for the new...

This week, I sit down for a chat with fashion and lifestyle influencer Kat Gold! This fashion creative has gained a following of over 10K on Instagram and nearly 500k on TikTok through showing both women and men how to unapologetically be ourselves in our fashion, goal setting, and life.  In a world full of consumer capitalism and constant competition, Kat shares her perspective on the challenges...