Rebel Rootz Show

Thinking about Botox, fillers, or a little tweak here and there? You’re not alone. This week on Rebel Rootz, we’re diving deep into the world of cosmetic enhancements — and not the glam-filtered version. We’re talking the real, raw, and sometimes hilarious truth behind injections, beauty standards, and the pressure to keep up with the digital face. In this episode, we cover:💉 What it’s really lik...

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The boundaries we didn't know we needed.

In a world still catching up, women entrepreneurs are already miles ahead. In this episode, we dig into what it really takes to run a business as a woman in 2025—no fluff, no filters. From breaking barriers to rewriting the rules, we’re talking resilience, leadership, and unapologetic ambition. It’s not about fitting in. It’s about building your own damn table.

Come join the game. These boys love their poker, but their friendship more. Its less about the game, and more about the relationships they have formed.

“I’m Evonne — I grew up on a farm where hard work was the way of life. But life threw me curveballs: cancer scares, divorce, and starting over when it would’ve been easier to play it safe. Instead, I chose to listen to that restless voice inside and build something bigger — as a mom, a wife, and an entrepreneur. My story is proof that your roots don’t hold you back — they give you the strength to...

On today’s Rebel Rootz, we’ve got three women who don’t just break the mold — they auction it off, redesign the space, and then write the book about it. An auctioneer & fundraiser who can sell you anything but your own excuses. An interior designer, author, and speaker who turns rooms — and lives — inside out. And an author whose story is part epic romance, part jaw-dropping life saga. They me...

On today’s Rebel Rootz, we’ve got three women who don’t just break the mold — they auction it off, redesign the space, and then write the book about it. An auctioneer & fundraiser who can sell you anything but your own excuses. An interior designer, author, and speaker who turns rooms — and lives — inside out. And an author whose story is part epic romance, part jaw-dropping life saga. They me...

How do you chase peak performance while grieving a piece of your soul? In Part Two, Lauren Valentino opens up about the grit it took to earn her IFBB pro card — and the gut punch of losing her beloved horse, Cash. We talk about grief, growth, and the deeper “why” behind Wholly Fueled — her mission to help women stop dieting and start living strong. This episode? It’s muscle, mindset, and pure hear...

Podcast Intro – “Lauren Valentino: Fuel, Fire & Breaking the Rules”What happens when you grow up in a house where food is medicine — but you just want fries and freedom? Lauren Valentino knows. She rebelled against a strict nutrition upbringing, only to find her way back through the fire. Today, she’s a functional nutritionist, IFBB pro, co-founder of Wholly Fueled — and a boy mom who faced do...

We’ve hated it, hidden it, flaunted it, starved it, stretched it, praised it, punished it — and still woke up feeling “not enough.”This episode is a raw conversation about the complicated relationship we have with our bodies. From scale obsessions and comparison traps to body after babies, boob jobs, and the shame we don’t talk about — we’re going there. Because loving your body isn’t a one-time e...

What do you get when a woman can build your house, sell it, and investigate the buyer? You get Crystal McDaniel — licensed NC real estate agent, general contractor, and private investigator. She’s as sharp as they come, and today she’s breaking down business, boundaries, and the boldness it takes to wear all three hats. Let’s go. evonnevaradyInstagram https://instagram.com/evonnevarady https://ins...

Is social media still social… or just a highlight reel of fake people, AI bots, and Coldplay scandals? In this episode, we’re talking about the good, the bad, and the downright unfollowed. From the viral Coldplay drama to AI influencers that aren’t even real — we’re pulling back the filter. You’ll hear how we actually use social media, what we’re tired of pretending to like, and why curating your...

Ever wake up next to someone and think… “How the hell did we get here?” Or sat across from a Tinder date wondering if you should fake a bathroom emergency? Yeah. Same. This episode isn’t about fairy tales — it’s about the real, messy, sometimes hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking journey of marriage, divorce, and dating after it all falls apart. We’re throwing out the rulebook, calling out the BS,...

The ExtremistShe didn’t slow down for healing — she sped up so it couldn’t catch her. Melissa Cowden is a CrossFit Games athlete, mountain climber, dentist, and self-proclaimed extremist — but beneath the accolades is a woman shaped by discipline, pain, and an unrelenting drive to prove she was okay. Raised by a Japanese mother who instilled strength, stoicism, and structure, Melissa learned early...

Pint Size Rebellion God first. Grit always. Glam when she wants it. In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Brown — IFBB Pro Champion, Bikini Olympian, posing coach, cosmetologist, and full-time powerhouse. But beyond the stage lights and spotlight, Sarah opens up about the unseen battles — including navigating her husband’s PTSD with grace, loyalty, and unshakable love. She’s proof that being str...

More Than Just a Cup SizeBoobs — we’ve lifted ‘em, hated ‘em, flashed ‘em, and fixed ‘em. In this episode, we’re spilling six totally unfiltered boob stories: the good, the saggy, and the WTF. From padded bras to plastic surgery and everything in between, nothing is off limits. It’s raw, hilarious, a little inappropriate — and exactly the kind of girl talk we live for.

The Art of Starting Over She followed the rules. Built the life. Checked every box. But what happens when the life you built no longer fits the woman you’ve become? Meet Taylor Banford — world traveler, kickboxing instructor, artist, Food Network cake warrior (twice!), and mom of two. Once a rule-follower to her core, Taylor is now rewriting the script after a recent divorce — trading “shoulds” fo...

Different ages. Different stages. One wild, unfiltered sisterhood. We’re a crew of bold, beautifully flawed women spilling the tea on everything from Capricorn moods and zodiac truths to the messy magic of real friendships, evolving identities, and figuring out who the hell we are in every chapter of life. No fake filters. No holding back. Just deep convos, loud laughs, and the kind of connection...