Dear Media

Note to Self

Society EN ↓ 255 episodes

From Q&A’s and break up tips to simply navigating every stage of life, influencer-turned-entrepreneur Payton Sartain brings you the sisterly advice you didn’t know you needed and honest conversations you’ve always wanted. Whether it’s Payton alone or a conversation with a friend, Note to Self is a space to get grounded, explore new perspectives, and ultimately, empower yourself and others. Grab some wine or a mocktail and enjoy the conversation!

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Dear Media

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Navigating Life’s Messy Middle, with Jami Alix (& an Important Life Update) 23.02.2023

#80. Payton sits down with friend, actress & influencer, Jami Alix, to talk about thriving in the messy middle of life. The two talk relationships (including Payton’s updated relationship status), the acting world, & much more.    SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION:  https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-self     FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain...

Coming Out in the Deep South & Using Social Media for Positive Change with Taylor Phillips 16.02.2023

#79. Today, we’re talking to Taylor Phillips about what it was like to come out living in the deep South. Taylor shares his journey from “frat bro,” to Miami male model, to wholesome Husband Taylor. This is an episode about finding yourself, being brave enough to share your truth, and using social media for good.   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION:  https://shop.dearmedia.com/co...

Growing Up in New York City with the Real-Life Blair Waldorf, Kit Keenan 09.02.2023

#78. Payton sits down with long-time-internet-friend-turned-IRL-friend Kit Keenan. You may know Kit as the real-life Blair Waldorf, from her time on The Bachelor, or through her modern-Martha-Stewart-esque social media presence. The two to talk growing up in New York City, dating in the city, and much more.    SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION:  https://shop.dearmedia.com/collect...

ASK P: There Is No "Perfect Time," Making the First Move, & Friendship Woes 02.02.2023

#77. Payton answers listeners Qs about relationships, friendships and life in another installment of ASK P.   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION:  https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-self     FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain    https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain   https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   SUBMIT TO NOTE TO SELF:   → Ask P: Advice Colu...

How To Be Best Friends AND Business Partners, with the Co-Founders of Daily Drills, MaryRalph Lawson & Kennedy Crichlow 26.01.2023

#76. Payton sits down with best friends & co-founders of Daily Drills, MaryRalph Lawson & Kennedy Crichlow, to talk starting a successful, growing business with your best friend. We’re talking balance, creating a positive company culture and who the pair look up to in the business space.   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-s...

I’ve Been Diagnosed with Lucky Girl Syndrome 19.01.2023

#75. After a little research on the tiktok-famous ‘lucky girl syndrome,’ Payton shares her take on her recent diagnosis. We’re talking the ins-&-outs of being a lucky girl, how to practice this daily, & how its impacted Payton’s life so far.   LUCKY GIRL TIKTOK PLAYLIST: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRp2FyCW/   LUCKY GIRL SPOTIFY PLAYLIST: https://spoti.fi/3GM2ug0   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERC...

Aligning with Yourself in 2023, a New Year Episode 12.01.2023

#74. The beginning of the new year is all about aligning with self, and Payton has the game-plan for how to do so authentically. We are discussing how to define your values and centering yourself on those principles in order to live a life you’re proud of.   JOIN MY GENEVA COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/3iYtd0l   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collection...

Healing Through a Breakup, with Josi Pellicano 22.12.2022

#73. Josi Pellicano details her experience breaking off a long-term relationship and how she moved through it. She's detailing the ups, the downs, what she did wrong, and gives advice for anyone in that position.   JOIN MY GENEVA COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/3iYtd0l   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-self   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://inst...

ASK P: Talking about Sex with Your Partner, Moving in with a Man, Quitting Your Sh*tty Job 15.12.2022

#72. Payton answers listener questions like "Should I quit my sh*tty job" and "When is the right time to move in together?" We also talk imposter syndrome, weekly updates & more.   JOIN MY GENEVA COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/3iYtd0l   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-self FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain  https:/...

My Favorite Things of 2022, a Master List 08.12.2022

#71. From beauty to clothing, and TV shows to apps, this episode is detailing the Note to Self master list, aka: Payton’s favorite things of 2022. We’re talking the ‘what’ and the ‘why,’ and linking everything in the show notes.    Follow Payton on Social Media: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain    https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain   https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   The 2022 Master Li...

A Holiday Episode, with Joe Ross 01.12.2022

#70. We’re talking holiday traditions with boyfriend-of-the-pod, Joe Ross. Payton & Joe read listener holiday traditions, discuss their family traditions, and plan a few for the future.    SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-self   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain  https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain  https://y...

For Your European-Girl Era 24.11.2022

#69. Think: slow, intentional living. We're in our European-girl era now. Payton discusses what she has learned from traveling abroad and how she is incorporating aspects of European life into her day-to-day.   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-self   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain    https://www.tiktok.com/@payt...

The 10 Best Things I’ve Done For Myself in My 20s (So Far) 17.11.2022

#68. Through the ups-and-downs and confusion of our 20s, sometimes we’re able to do a few things RIGHT, even if by accident. Today, Payton shares the 10 best things she’s done for herself in her 20s so far, whether on purpose or not. We’re getting specific.   SHOP NEW NOTE TO SELF MERCH, THE MEMBERS COLLECTION: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/note-to-self   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram....

On Confusion & Clarity in Our Mid-Twenties, with Taylor King (AKA TK) 10.11.2022

#67. Payton sits down with ex-roomie, Taylor King (AKA TK), to catch up, discuss the trials & tribulations of your mid-20s, & talk about future plans.   FOLLOW TK:  https://www.instagram.com/tksjuicypolls/   https://www.tiktok.com/@tksjuicypolls   https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorKing     FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain    https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain   https://y...

ASK P: Handling a Cheater, Dealing with Indecisiveness, & Getting Back with Exes 03.11.2022

#66. In this installment of Ask P, Payton is answering questions like "is an ex an ex for a reason?" and "how do you deal with feeling overwhelmed and lost in your 20s?" We'll talk about f*ck boys, a cheater & approach a question about mental health.   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain    https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain   https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   SUBMIT TO...

Building a Business with your Best Friend, with Alexis Smith & Nicole Craven, Founders of Après Hours 27.10.2022

#65. Everyone’s favorite espresso martini entrepreneurs join Payton to talk building a business with your bestie, crafting the perfect canned espresso ‘tini, the 5 AM club & more.   FOLLOW PAYTON:   https://instagram.com/paytonsartain   https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain    https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   SUBMIT TO NOTE TO SELF:   → Ask P: Advice Column: https://forms.gle/avvSu4ibYy...

Spooky Stories, a Halloween Episode, with Emon Abdullah 20.10.2022

#64. We’re reading listeners’ creepy, spooky stories in this special, Halloween-themed episode. Payton brings on her bestie, Emon Abdullah, to talk paranormal activity, alien-encounters, & home-invaders (and a haunted prank or two).    FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain    https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain   https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   SUBMIT TO NOTE TO SELF: →...

Simple Pleasures: Little Ways to Make Life Feel Luxurious Today, with Joe Ross 13.10.2022

#63. Payton has her boyfriend, Joe Ross, on the podcast to help read listener’s simple pleasures. The two discuss their recent, chaotic move and life in Los Angeles, as well as share little, easy ways to make your life feel luxurious today.    FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps https://tiktok.com/@notetoselfpod https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagra...

The Tea on Body Contouring Treatments: CoolSculpt vs CoolTone, with Ragan Lake 06.10.2022

#62 Ragan Lake, Body Contouring Specialist at Skin DC, is on NTS to answer listener questions about popular body contouring treatments. Payton shared her experience with the treatments & the two discuss the ins and outs of the procedure.   FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps https://tiktok.com/@notetoselfpod https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   FOLLOW PAYTON:   https://instag...

Quit Doing Sh*t You Hate 29.09.2022

#61. In this episode, Payton is talking about how to be okay with quitting things that don't excite or serve you anymore.   FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps https://tiktok.com/@notetoselfpod https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainhh   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain  SUBMIT TO NOTE TO SELF: → Ask P: Advice Column: https://forms.gle/avvSu4ibYygZP5rq8  → Simple Pleas...

ASK P: Feeling Alone, Regrets in Dating, & A Groom-zilla 22.09.2022

#60. Payton answers listener questions in another installment of ASK P. In this episode, we talk about how to keep it cool in the early stages of dating, address the feeling of loneliness many of us fear, meet a groom-zilla, and more.   FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps & https://tiktok.com/@notetoselfpod   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain   YouTube video: ht...

Spilling Your Juicy Confessions & Sharing Some Major Tea 15.09.2022

#59. You submitted your juiciest confessions, and Payton brings her friend Kimberly Landa on the pod to read them. The two also confess some of their most shameful moments & decisions. Get ready for some major tea.   FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps & https://tiktok.com/@notetoselfpod   FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain    YouTube video: https://youtu.be/...

Sex on Anti-Depressants 08.09.2022

#58. Have your anti-depressants thrown your libido out of whack? Payton is sharing her experience with maintaining sex & intimacy in her relationship while taking medication for anxiety & depression. We’re discussing foreplay, patience, communication, & indulgence in this episode.    Article Mentioned: https://bit.ly/3AMYSag   FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps & ht...

Listen To This If You're Feeling Overwhelmed (+ a BIG Announcement) 01.09.2022

#57. How does one move forward with confidence when the future is so unclear? We’re talking tangible tips to slow down, reconnect with self, and trust the universe (or whatever God you believe in). Also, Payton is sharing where she’s moving next month.    Pinterest Board: https://pin.it/3rEDrKi   FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps & https://tiktok.com/@notetoselfpod   FOLLOW PA...

ASK JOE: Answering Listener Questions About Dating & Relationships, from a Man’s Perspective 25.08.2022

#56. Joe (Boyfriend-of-the-Pod) joins Payton to answer listener questions about relationships (& situationships).   FOLLOW NOTE TO SELF: https://instagram.com/ntsbyps & https://tiktok.com/@notetoselfpod FOLLOW PAYTON: https://instagram.com/paytonsartain  YouTube video: https://youtu.be/FPVs10QWwVw   SUBMIT TO NOTE TO SELF: → Ask P: Advice Column: https://forms.gle/avvSu4ibYygZP5rq8  → Simp...

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