Maya Wuertz + Katie Hanson
Live Your Muse
Welcome to the Live Your Muse podcast, where best friends (and salon co-owners) Maya and Katie share their experiences on friendship, business, relationships, and all the hilarious, messy, beautiful moments in between. Think of it as your weekly hangout full of real talk, good vibes, and a little chaos. We’re all about living authentically, chasing big dreams, and laughing through the journey—because why not do life your way? Come vibe with us and get inspired to Live Your Muse!
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Maya Wuertz + Katie Hanson
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Latest episode
Aug 25, 2025
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Episodes
The Great Friendship Shift Nobody Warned You About 25.08.2025 37:44
In today’s episode of Live Your Muse, we’re talking about the friendship shift no one warns you about in your mid-to-late twenties. One day it’s college bars and late-night pizza, the next it’s office jobs… and somehow only four friends remain. We’re here to remind you to show up for the friendships that matter. Life’s big milestones—babies, weddings, career changes—have a way of revealing your tr...
Affordable Luxury, Salon Manners & Other Hair Truths 11.08.2025 48:06
We’re talking all things hair industry, straight from behind the chair. From how to create a luxury experience at any price point, to salon etiquette tips (for both clients and stylists- because trust us, everyone could use a refresher), to the advice we wish we’d given ourselves fresh out of hair school. And of course… our unpopular opinions are making an appearance. Some you’ll cheer for, so...
Rings, Relocations & Running a Business: Catching Up with Maya & Katie 28.07.2025 31:38
In this catch-up episode, we’re spilling all the recent life updates! Maya’s engaged (!!), Katie’s gearing up for a big move, and amidst all the personal chaos, we’re still soaking in the magic and embracing the love for our business. Tune in for laughter, real talk, and a reminder that even in the busyness, there’s so much to celebrate.
Coupled Up: Our Reality TV Opinions That Literally Help No One 07.07.2025 42:39
In this episode, we dive deep into the wild world of reality dating shows—from Love Island to The Bachelor and everything in between. We’re dishing out our hot takes, favorite (and least favorite) tropes, and why we think dating competition shows are getting more chaotic than ever. Is it love, strategy, or just really good TV? Grab your popcorn and come hang with us for a hilarious and candid...
We're Not Who We Were-- Thank God 23.06.2025 47:35
We went into this episode with absolutely no plan —just two best friends catching up with mics in front of us, and honestly? It might be our favorite one yet. We’re talking about everything from how we’ve changed in the two years since opening our salon, to why we swapped vodka sodas for early bedtimes and business plans. Spoiler: it’s not because we’re boring now (okay… maybe a little). We also...
From Burnout to Balance: A Nurse's Journey to Wellness 16.06.2025 51:54
Switching gears on Live Your Muse , we welcome Maya's dear friend and longtime soul sister Abby Miller—cardiac nurse, yoga instructor, and wellness advocate. With 15 years of friendship behind us, it's been a joy to witness Abby step into a season of deep self-discovery and balance. Abby opens up about navigating the intensity of a high-stress career in healthcare and how it led her to prioritize...
Creating Culture: For Owners Who Lead & Stylists Who Choose 09.06.2025 57:32
Whether you're leading the salon, working behind the chair, or sitting in it as a guest-- culture shapes the experience for everyone. In this episode, we're digging into the unspoken (but deeply felt) parts of salon culture: trust, accountability, boundaries, energy, and how people treat eachother when no one's watching. We talk red flags, leadership habits, stylist struggles, and client takeaways...
Would You Rather? 02.06.2025 35:22
In this episode of Live Your Muse, we take a break from the usual business and real-life conversations and lighten things up with a classic game of Would You Rather? What starts as a simple round of hypothetical questions quickly turns into unexpected stories, honest answers, and plenty of laughs. It’s a fun, unfiltered conversation that reminds us why we started this podcast in the first place...
Bad Days, Busted Bumpers, and Being Human 18.05.2025 32:54
In this episode, we get real about those days—the ones where nothing goes quite right (like accidentally hitting a parked car). Katie shares the story behind a rough day that started with a busted bumper and turned into a deeper conversation about what it means to be human. We unpack the pressure to be perfect, the power of self-compassion, and how giving ourselves grace in the messy moments is...
Love Thy Neighbor...Or Not 12.05.2025 33:56
In this episode, we’re diving into a wild chapter—sharing the story of a very memorable neighbor we had at our salon building. From uncomfortable encounters to learning how to set better boundaries, this experience taught us a lot about trust, communication, and the kind of energy we want around us. We’re getting real about how we navigated the situation, what we took away from it, and how it he...
Meet Your Muses: Our Journey to Salon Ownership 05.05.2025 32:15
In our very first episode, Katie and Maya share the real, unfiltered story of how we became co-owners of MUSE: A Boutique Salon. From our first impressions of each other to the hilarious and humbling moments along the way, we’re pulling back the curtain on our journey. We talk about the ups and downs of building a business and a friendship, the tough conversations that helped us grow, and how na...
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