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Welcome Farrah Evans to the podcast! Farrah is not only a major style icon (definitely worth an immediate follow on Instagram), but also a bridal stylist at The Wedding Edit. We dive into the entire story of how she spotted a gap in the wedding market and filled it in a non-conventional way, building an instant client list in the process. Listen if you love hearing entrepreneurial journeys that be...

Major drumroll for our first return guest... Caitlyn Dominic! Caitlyn is the creator, face, and brilliant mind behind Makeup by Caitlyn , and we couldn't be more excited to have her back in the studio. In this episode, Caitlyn shares her journey of growing her brand into something truly major. She also takes us behind the scenes of her latest endeavor—the highly anticipated and sold out Makeup Mas...

It's almost 2025! In the spirit of the new year, we sat down and chatted about pivotal moments in our lives that greatly changed the direction or outcome of where we are now. We talk through how some really hard decisions ended up being the best ones we've ever made, and how learning to dream big can only broaden our future. This episode is perfect for anyone needing a little inspo as we head into...

We've got such a fun and inspiring episode for you all this week. We chat and reminisce about what our childhood career dreams were, what we did to support those dreams in high school and college and what we actually did with our careers. This was so fun and therapeutic to go down memory lane and see how far we've come. We also talk about where we tho k our futures will take us. Listen if you want...

Happy December, everyone! We are so excited to be celebrating the holidays, and to kick off this month, we reviewed our Christmas book pick, The Nightmade Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch. Listen to hear our review and get a little life update from us, as well as from our besties, Jeremy and Ryan.

This episode is perfect for all our listeners ready to take control of their finances! We sat down with Bri Tysinger of Merrill Lynch and got an in-depth lesson on investing, getting out of credit card debt, and how to grow legitimate wealth. She provides us with a step-by-step guide on how to design financial success for yourself and your future. This is truly a must-listen, especially as we star...

We sat down with our two favorite gay men and dished about their recent move to Charlotte! We are beyond thrilled to have them here, and we hear all about how they're adjusting to life in their new city. We talk about the emotional challenges of moving and the ups and downs of romanticizing life. At the end of the episode, we reveal our latest book club pick for the holiday season! Our book review...

This episode is a must-listen for all our health and wellness gals! We sat down with fitness and nutrition coach Sam Menapace of Sweat With Sam , and she shared tons of insight and knowledge on how to live a balanced, healthy lifestyle. She dishes on her weekly workouts, what she eats in a day, and how she maintains a positive body image. Spoiler: weight is just a number, and muscle always weighs...

Happy Halloween, everyone! We are OBSESSED with this time of year and wanted to share a recap of our banger Halloween party we threw over the weekend. Listen as we give away all the details and rank our favorite Halloween candy, movies and costumes from over the years. 

This episode is for the GIRLS!!! We sat down with nurse practitioner Jasmine Cutlip, who specializes in gynecology, and received a full education on all things women's health. Truly, if you're a female or interested in women's health, this is a MUST LISTEN. Jasmine is an absolute wealth of knowledge, and we dive deep into sex (what's normal and what's not), periods, libido, getting pregnant, and s...

We sat down for a fun little life and fall catch-up session to share what we both have going on this season. Charisse shares how her pregnancy is going (spoiler: she's still throwing up). We dish on our favorite shows right now and give a little Halloween party update. Listen in to catch up on our lives and learn all about this year of change for us!  

We sat down with our dear friend and fearless entrepreneur Heidi Hillman, owner of the dog groomerie and boutique Splash and Dash in Charlotte, NC. She gives us the rundown on searching for and choosing a franchise, opening the business, and the best practices she's learned along the way. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to find their next investment and learn about the power of recognizin...

We sat down with one of Charlotte's coolest cool girls, Sydney Bernhardt, influencer and founder of Sleek Social Club! She's a trendsetting guru and a social media genius—everything a budding entrepreneur in the fashion space aspires to be. Listen to hear all about how she quit corporate America to pursue social media and content creation full-time, along with her tips for growing and strategizing...

Holy moly what a wild couple of weeks it's been! Charisse is PREGNANT! We sit down and explain where we've been on our summer break. Spoiler alert: it's not glamorous or fun at all. Charisse shares the biggest news of her life, how she found out and what she's having! Listen to hear a little LookLove update and all about our experience in Munich at the eras tour!   Thank you all SO much for all th...

We sat down with one of our amazing bridal clients, Paige Lord, to teach us about all things AI. Paige is an AI ethicist with a following of over 60k on TikTok and is an absolute wealth of knowledge. She gives us the rundown on the good and scary sides of AI and what to watch out for.   Follow Paige on TikTok . Find us on  Instagram  and  TikTok .  

Kicking off this week with one of Charlotte's coolest cool-girls ever, Adair Kennedy! Adair is the Chief Creative Officer of the Charlotte-based boutique Vestique. She shares amazing advice on following your dreams and putting in the work to achieve them. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to become a shining star in their industry and learn how to use their drive strategically.   Follow A...

We sat down with Jay Gasbarro, owner of the neighborhood favorite bar QC Pourhouse. His vulnerability and authenticity in this episode are greatly appreciated, as he openly discusses the challenges of opening a bar. Jay shares the origins of the concept, the timeline of QC Pourhouse's opening, and candidly recounts a personal experience: taking a month off work due to a severe panic attack, which...

We sat down with Jennifer Abercrombie, owner of Jennifer Abercrombie Beauty, and she shared so much insight into how she has built her unbelievably successful bridal hair and makeup company. She has such a strong moral compass, and we chat all about how to create something you're proud of, how to deal with opinionated clients, and navigating motherhood with entrepreneurship. For any aspiring hair...

We sat down with serial entrepreneur, franchisor, and investor Rich Moyer, and oh my god, this episode is filled with so much tangible advice. Rich dives deep into how he has built his career by owning multiple businesses and investing his money assertively. He shares insights on how to build real and legitimate wealth in a very approachable way. This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur...

We sat down with our dear friend and incredibly talented interior designer, Kade Watts, and talked all about his career and the path that led him there. Kade shares the importance of waiting to go to school until you figure out what you want to study, even if it's later in life. His mindset of choosing to learn from each experience he's had, even when he knew it wasn't his forever job, is such a g...

Meet Morgan and Caroline, the owners of the Southeast's favorite boutique and online retailer, Vestique! We sat down with the co-owners to chat about their origin story and the future of their company. With a $10k investment from their parents and a spare bedroom in Morgan's home, these two have built an incredible brand with over 10 physical store locations and a warehouse distribution center. Th...

Welcome back to BookLove Book Club! This past month, we read and reviewed 'Say You Swear' by Meghan Brandy, and had a wild chat with special guest Katrina, also known as the LookLove unicorn! We're excited to hear your rating of our latest read! Head over to our Instagram and share your review on 'Say You Swear' on our latest post :)   Find us on  Instagram  and  TikTok .

We sat down with the charming and brilliant ReAnne Moyer, who gives us all the details on how she opened Lovely Bride Charlotte. She shares the origin story, her franchising knowledge, and how she's managed to become the number one bridal boutique in the area. ReAnne also discusses expanding her brand by opening a second location in Miami. This is invaluable for anyone looking to open a brick-and-...

Happy Fourth of July, everyone! We've selected a bunch of our American favorites to share with all of you! We had so much fun researching and making our final choices for this episode. We hope you're enjoying the long weekend with family and friends, and hopefully, a pool or beach in sight ;) Stay safe!

This episode is for anyone seeking to overcome trauma, no matter its scale. We sat down with Tony Rastigue, a Pilates coach at Solidcore, and heard his incredible journey of triumphing over trauma and choosing to embrace life after nearly losing his own. Whether you're contemplating a move to a new city, embarking on a fresh career path, or simply striving for a more fulfilling life, Tony's story...