Imperfectly Honest

Fifty episodes. Hundreds of questions. Countless opportunities to rethink what we thought we knew. In this milestone episode, Elizabeth reunites with co-founder Sheila Lamont to reflect on the conversations that have shaped the podcast – and the personal growth that came from having them. Together, they revisit some of their most memorable episodes, exploring how their perspectives have evolv...

What is a wedding really for? In this deeply personal episode, Elizabeth sits down with newlywed Morgan Klaas to explore a question that goes far beyond centerpieces, guest lists, and wedding traditions: What – and who – are we actually celebrating when we get married? Both Elizabeth and Morgan reflect on their weddings, but beneath the details of the celebration lies a larger conversation ab...

What makes someone attractive? Is it confidence? Physical chemistry? Shared values? Emotional intelligence? In this episode of Imperfectly Honest, Elizabeth is joined by her friend and Imperfectly Honest partner in crime, Kayla Gorski, to explore the psychology of attraction, modern dating, relationship compatibility, and the surprising qualities that create lasting connection. From confidence and...

For many people, the pandemic changed more than just daily routines – it changed the way we think about safety, health, and germs. What starts as “being careful” can slowly become something heavier: contamination anxiety, obsessive cleaning, fear of getting sick, and stress that quietly impacts everyday life. In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with microbiologist and department head at Montana S...

For some, Mother’s Day is a pure celebration. For others, it's grief, or just a day that's not quite easy peasy. Sometimes it's all of those things at once. If Mother's Day has ever felt more complex than the greeting cards suggest, this one is for you. In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with friend and fellow climate advocate, Max Scheder-Bieschin , who recently lost his mother. Max shares the...

Should women use their looks, femininity, or sexuality to get ahead?  In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with CEO, investor, and author Jane Miller for a bold, unfiltered conversation about gender inequality, female leadership, and what it really takes to succeed as a woman in business and in love today.  Is gender inequality a problem – or could it also be an opportunity? And more pro...

In this episode of Imperfectly Honest, Elizabeth sits down with Kayla Gorski for a candid – and at times uncomfortable – conversation about body image, beauty standards, and the truth about wanting to look good. For many of us, thoughts about our bodies are constant, yet conversations about body image, self-image, and body confidence often stay surface-level. Together, Elizabeth and Kayla go...

What if you knew that donating a kidney isn’t as extreme - or as impossible - as it sounds? In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with Liz Nelson for an honest, deeply personal conversation about her decision to do just that. Liz shares her experience as a living kidney donor, offering a transparent look at what the kidney donation process actually involves — physically, emotionally, and logistical...

In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with Sheila Lamont to explore a timely and deeply personal question: Could AI partners supplement—or even replace—human romantic relationships? As AI relationships and virtual partners become more sophisticated, technology offers a seductive promise: companionship without rejection, compromise, or heartbreak. An AI partner can provide attention, affirmation, an...

In this episode, Elizabeth reunites with Sheila Lamont to explore the subtle but powerful difference between living as a default “yes” and a default “no.” Early in her career, Elizabeth was a self-proclaimed default yes who embraced every opportunity… but over time, she shifted to a default no as she strived to be more focused and efficient. Recently, she’s begun to question whether that reflex ha...