SAVVYTOK

In this episode of  Savvy Talk , the roles are reversed — my mom sits down to interview me. She takes you back through my childhood, from being put in front of a camera at a young age to pageants, cheerleading, modeling, and the moments that shaped who I am today. We talk about family, faith, grief, growing up, and the parts of my story the public doesn’t usually see. We also get real about our di...

Come dress shopping with me at Winslow Boutique as we try to find the PERFECT Snowball look! 👗❄️Dio (the manager) gives us the inside scoop on which colors are trending — think royal blue, burgundy, emerald, gold… basically ✨main character energy✨.We also asked real students (Lydia + Ellie) what colors THEY think everyone will show up wearing this year. Spoiler: the answers are totally differen...

In this Savvy Talk segment, Shelby shares the journey behind her international commitment for beach volleyball in England. We cover the setter‑to‑libero switch, why beach suits her style, and the impact of new NCAA roster limits on recruiting. Academically, she started community college at 13, dual‑credited into high school, graduated at 16, and wrapped up an undergraduate program in spring 2025—n...

Late-night Taco Bell runs, toilet paper forts at Walmart, and a volleyball team that feels more like family — Tien’s high school life is anything but ordinary. 🏐✨In this episode of Savvy Talk, Tien opens up about the highs and lows of being a student-athlete, why volleyball stole his heart, and how he’s learning to “lock in” and stay focused amid the chaos of school, sports, and growing up. 💡 F...

🎙️ New Episode of Savvy Talk! From homecoming fails to haunted houses — this one’s got it all. Our guest, Brian Vasquez, opens up about awkward dances, his “short king” volleyball moments, and how his coach-turned-godmother pushes him to be his best. 🏐💪 We also dive into his love for music (he plays violin in three orchestras — soon four 🎻) and the balance between passion and pressure. Plus: re...

🎶 From viral memes to choir competitions, this episode dives into the journey of a young musician chasing dreams and harmony. In this episode of *Savvy Talk*, our guest shares how their love for music — and their drive to support their family — led them from high school choir to pursuing music and business at Concordia College. From memorizing the McDonald’s rap to performing at national a cappel...

🎙️ New Episode! What makes a great volleyball program? At NPJ Sports Complex, it’s more than drills and wins — it’s about creating a family. In this episode of the Salem Business Journal Podcast, Mike Gee, Director of Volleyball at NPJ, shares how he connects with athletes, builds confidence, and fosters a culture where fun, hard work, and individuality come first. From helping players find their...

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Hang out with Cora and Savvy on episode #2 of SavvyTok

🎙️ Inside the Story of Style House and Co. | Young Female Entrepreneur Shares Her JourneyIn this inspiring interview, Lexi Mckay, founder of Style House and Co., opens up about her journey to becoming a young female business owner in Salem, Oregon. Driven by her desire to achieve success early and take advantage of financial freedom before starting a family, Lexi shares what motivated her to launc...