Meet Bridget

Two women. One supplement company. Zero plan to become best friends. Jewel Zimmer and Taylor Lamb co-founded Juna out of a simple frustration: neither of them could find what they actually needed. Jewel healed her postpartum experience through amino acids after conventional approaches left her without answers. Taylor spent three years with terrible gut health, acne, and depression before she did h...

Content note: This episode includes brief discussion of a history of amenorrhea and a stress fracture connected to undereating during the guest's teenage ballet years. It is discussed as a resolved part of her past. If this is something you are navigating, support is available through the National Alliance for Eating Disorders helpline. Jacquelyn Umof trained as a professional ballet dancer before...

No guest this week. Just us. We have been thinking a lot about the difference between vulnerability as connection and vulnerability as performance. About what it means to go through something hard in an era when everyone has a camera and a comment section and the cultural message is that sharing equals healing. We do not think that is always true. In this episode, Asha and Keshiia talk about what...

Alec Treffers started What Alec Eats as a question, not a strategy. She was a freshman at Arizona State, had just blown out her knee playing Division I volleyball, and was quietly developing an eating disorder she had no name for and no plans to talk about. She started posting food on Instagram because she wondered if falling back in love with cooking might help her fall back in love with food. It...

Shannon McLaren did not set out to become an interior designer. She set out to be in fashion. She studied business in London, worked at Stella McCartney, moved back to LA to become a celebrity stylist, and spent years working for Petra Flannery — her most formative mentor — learning how to run a small team, stay proactive, and never say die. Then she accidentally flipped a house. Someone asked who...

Content note: This episode discusses themes of substance abuse, grief, and loss. Resources available at SAMHSA.gov or by calling 1-800-662-4357 (free, confidential, 24/7). Crisis support: call or text 988. Brooke Medina grew up around craft. Her dad owned a craft and floral store. Her mom was an interior designer who helped people fall back in love with the things they already had. Creativity was...

Leland Drummond has spent over 20 years building other people's brands. Somewhere along the way, she figured out the only way to do that well is to understand yourself first. In this conversation, Leland walks through the dual life of running two businesses at once — Azione, the PR and marketing agency she co-founded that works with brands like Sol de Janeiro, Hoka, Caraway, and Sweetgreen, and LD...

She was the moody, overwhelmed teenager nobody would have guessed would become one of the most empathetic voices in teen mental health. Christina King, MS, LMFT sits down with Asha and Keshiia this Mental Health Awareness Month to share the story behind the therapist — the undiagnosed ADHD, the pivotal moment her mom asked "are you happy?", the trauma at 19 that tested everything, and the slow, be...

Heather Altman | @heatheraltman | Million Dollar Listing LA | The Altman Brothers Team She started in real estate at 17 with a fake engagement ring and a contract she'd learned to write the day before. She survived a market collapse, moved to LA with nothing lined up, and built one of the most recognized real estate teams in the country. Heather Altman of the Altman Brothers Team and Million Dolla...

What does it mean to build a career out of the belief that people deserve to feel genuinely cared for? For Joanna Young, it started not in an aesthetics school or a luxury spa — it started in a garage, with a makeup compressor and a friend who had skin cancer, and a simple conviction: I'm going to help her feel beautiful without hurting her. That instinct — to nurture before she had credentials, b...

Cassie Piasecki built The Full Routine at 52, self-funded, after walking away from a 29-year marriage with almost nothing. Three decades in fitness, three studios across Southern California, and one of the most honest voices we've had on the show about what midlife reinvention actually costs. In this episode, Asha and Keshiia sit down with Cassie to talk about the three pieces of paper she pulled...

Season 6 of Meet Bridget is here and we're starting exactly where we should. At the roots. Asha and Keshiia return to one of the show's most beloved early traditions: Bridget etymologies. Breaking down the words that sit at the center of everything they do — bridge, confidence, and inspiration — not as buzzwords, but as living ideas that shape why this show exists and who it's built for. In this e...

In this episode, Asha Gabriel and Moni Walsh discuss the multifaceted journey of personal growth, resilience, and the power of community. Monica shares her experiences as a mother, athlete, and advocate for health and wellness, emphasizing the importance of movement in releasing stored emotions and building confidence. They explore the impact of childhood trauma, the significance of sobriety, and...

Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose, a board-certified dermatologist, shares her journey from a childhood interest in medicine to becoming a leading expert in dermatology. She discusses her career path, including the challenges and pivots she faced, such as transitioning from a communications major to pursuing medicine through a post-baccalaureate program. Dr. Murphy-Rose emphasizes the importance of optimism,...

In this episode of "Meet Bridget," co-hosts Keshiia welcomes celebrity stylist and visionary Jessica Ruby. Known for her fearless editorial cuts and vibrant color transformations, Jessica shares her journey from a young hair enthusiast in a family of hairdressers to the founder of The Flamingo Lounge salons in Los Angeles and New York City. Dive into her creative process, the challenges of running...

Podswap with Camp Chaos Join us as we sit down with Kyndra and Taylor , the dynamic duo redefining modern motherhood through humor, honesty, and a healthy dose of chaos. Together, we dive into the real conversations that unfold behind the highlight reels: the identity shifts of motherhood, finding your voice in womanhood, building community through transparency, and learning to embrace the mess (l...

In this inspiring episode, join us as we delve into the world of entertainment with actress and humanitarian Sal Stowers. Known for her roles on "Days of Our Lives" and Tyler Perry's "Sistas," Sal shares her journey of embracing self-love and empowerment. Discover how she uses her platform to inspire others, advocate for body positivity, and promote mental well-being. Sal's story is a testament to...

In this episode of Meet Bridget, Asha Gabriel interviews Ava Michelle, a multifaceted talent known for her roles in Netflix's Tall Girl and Dance Moms. They discuss Ava's journey through the entertainment industry, the pressures of success, and the importance of mental health awareness. Ava shares her personal experiences with loss and her advocacy work for fentanyl awareness through the Devin Mic...

We're revisiting a fan-favorite from Season 3… and she's only grown since. In this re-airing of our conversation with Sydney Karmes-Wainer—Founder of French Squirrel and certified hormone specialist—we revisit a story of healing, empowerment, and reclaiming joy in food. When we first sat down with Sydney, she shared her journey of overcoming hormone imbalances, redefining her relationship with foo...

In this episode of Meet Bridget, Asha Gabriel and Breann Kinsey discuss the journey of self-discovery, the importance of authenticity in the workplace, and the challenges of balancing work and family life. Breann shares her experiences in the wellness industry, her role at YouTheory, and the qualities that contribute to success in marketing. They explore themes of perfectionism, family expectation...

In this episode of Meet Bridget, hosts Keshiia and Asha explore the importance of friendship and community in personal growth. They share personal stories about self-perception, body image, and the complexities of parenting their parents. The conversation shifts to the idea of fame versus meaningful impact, the comfort of country living, and the significance of family traditions in shaping cultura...