Sassy and Self-Made

This isn’t the highlight reel. This is the mess, the tears, and the truth—because five years ago I never would’ve shared it, but today, I had to. If you’ve ever felt tired, behind, or not okay, this episode is for you. Grab your coffee (or Twisted Tea) and join me for the realest I’ll ever be. #SassyAndSelfMade

Ready for a laugh, some nostalgia, and a little Southern truth? This week, Christy Lee spills the real-life lessons she wishes her younger self could hear—from why naps are secretly the adult superpower 😴, to faking confidence, surviving embarrassing moments, and setting boundaries (even with family).   Packed with small-town stories, sibling drama (that’s right—there’s vintage photo proof 📸), a...

When your zip code is tiny but the gossip is loud. 🙃 Growing up in a small town means everybody knows your name — and your business. 🙄 From whispers at the grocery store to stories that never seem to die, I’m spilling the truth about what it’s really like to grow up where the mountains meet the chatter. 🏔️👄 This one’s equal parts funny, raw, and maybe a little too honest — just the way we like...

Never a Mistake, Always a Lesson 💅🏼 From business blunders to dating disasters — I’ve lived through the mess and got the tattoo to prove it. 😅 In this episode, I’m sharing five real-life “oops” moments (like forgetting 250 business cards before game day 🙃 or launching a leopard line no one wanted 🐆) — and the lessons they forced me to learn. We’ll talk people-pleasing, trend-chasing, and the...

Everyone loves to say “self-made.” But for me, it’s always felt more like self-maid. In this episode, I’m sharing what that’s looked like in my life: Twenty years as a single mom with no backup plan. Packing U-Hauls, moving to cities where I didn’t know a soul. DIY projects gone wrong (and a few that went right). Drawing hard lines with my no-bullshit streak. It’s messy. It’s funny. It’s real. And...

“In Episode 2, I talk about the dips and the rises. From launching this podcast with just three listeners, to pushing through a tough week in business, to learning how to pivot instead of quit. And then I share the story of how Tennessee sports became the bridge between me and my dad — and why I’ll always be a fangirl.

Welcome to the very first episode of Sassy & Self-Made ! I’m Christy — boutique owner, brand builder, and Southern girl with plenty of sass. In this kickoff episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started this podcast, how my boutique journey shaped me, and what it really means to be self-made. You’ll hear the truth about chasing dreams, the messy middle nobody talks about, and why I be...