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Hey all you cool cats and kittens. This week’s guest needs no introduction. One of the most famous and viral folks to emerge from consumer pandemic habits, Carole became a globally recognized name after appearing on Netflix’s “Tiger King”. Beyond being a television star and appearing on Dancing with The Stars, she is first and foremost the CEO of Big Cat Rescue, her non-profit organization. We cau...

Joanne Lee Molinaro, known widely as “The Korean Vegan”, has always been a leader. A Lawyer, activist, runner, mentor, & viral TikToker, she’s done it all & more! With 3.5 million social fans and growing, she now has a best-selling cookbook! Like her TikTok, the new cookbook, “The Korean Vegan Cookbook: Reflections and Recipes from Omma's Kitchen”, weaves together delicious veganized recip...

In this special investigative episode, we speak with Celine Wysgalla, the Chicago resident who formed a now viral petition to save the Crystal Gardens, a free indoor botanical garden located on the famous Navy Pier. Plus, we discuss the muddied political history of Navy Pier that she found as wild as we did. With almost 20,000 signatures in just a matter of days, it would appear it is only the beg...

In episode 32, we get some help walking down the aisle from Wedding Planner Jove Meyer. Founder of Jove Meyer Events, Jove started his business after planning his best friend's wedding (how cute)! He is all about making your wedding personalized, reflecting each couple’s unique personality. This was all Ioanna and I heard before we knew we needed to chat with him! Featured many times on our fave “...

In episode 31, Iron Chef winner, activist, & restaurant owner Justin Sutherland teaches us a thing or two about how to balance many hats while serving up some of the best eats in the nation. Classically trained in French cuisine, Justin “returned to his southern roots when he opened his own first restaurant, Handsome Hog, in St. Paul MN” and has since then opened several eateries with varying cuis...

In episode 30, viral portrait photographer David Suh eats our self-doubts for breakfast and makes us look amazing while doing it. David is a photographer who “empowers women to re-connect with their inner Queen, give, permission to celebrate themselves and create beautiful portraits”. He’s gone viral on multiple platforms for his stunning portraits and helpful selfie tips, so we wanted to talk wit...

In episode 29, we give a rose to our favorite Bachelor contestant & business owner, Corinne Olympios. She rose to fame on season 21 with her infamous naps, but honestly she was just doing her. She made waves on her season and continues to capture the attention of folks all around the nation. She is a Founder of Aura Sugar Co, which has had pieces featured everywhere and worn by many of your fave c...

Travel Expert and Advisor, Kendra Thornton In episode 28, we jet off somewhere warm with travel expert Kendra Thornton. President and Owner of Royal Travel & Tours, trip planning is in her blood, literally in the form of her family business! The vast knowledge and experience she gained helping others book travel led to her becoming the nation’s recognized leader in travel advice and opinions. She’...

In episode 27, we blast off to outer space with famed Harvard-Smithsonian Astrophysicist Dr. Jonathan McDowell. Ioanna & I have shared a love of space since the inception of our cosmic friendship, so we are honored that Jonathan joined us for a chat on our favorite subject! Jonathan has worked for decades studying all things space, including black holes, x-rays, and lately a lot of falling space j...

To celebrate Ioanna’s recent engagement, we turn up the heat and talk love, relationships, and post-covid era dating trends with relationship expert and television personality Rachel DeAlto! As Chief Dating Expert for Match and a featured expert appearing on Lifetime’s Married at First Sight and TLC’s Kate+Date, Rachel truly is the go-to person for anything related to your love life. She’s shared...

In episode 25, we take a bite out of food history with Max Miller, Host of ‘Tasting History’ on YouTube. At over 750,000 subscribers and tens of millions of views, he has mastered the art of delicious edutainment. One part history, one part food, and one part comedy, Max teaches his viewers around the world how to make historical dishes while sharing the history behind the food. In this episode, w...

In episode 6, we interview Ryan and Geri-Martha O'Hara of Birmingham’s Big Spoon Creamery! They share with us how they got started in ice cream, what their secret is, and talk the future of the creamery!

In episode 5, we chat with Jamie Wolfer, Owner and Lead Planner at JW Coordination! She dishes out some wedding expertise and shares amazing tips on budget friendly planning! We also get to learn more about The Master Plan, a master class on wedding planning for every couple!

Give us your finest bottle! As the General Manager of a winery located in the heart of New York, Jessica knows a thing or two about wine tasting and making. She’ll share with us how Brooklyn Winery got started in its peculiar urban location, all about their virtual wine tastings, and her favorite kinds of wine.

Join us for a conversation with Suzie, the talented nail educator & enthusiast behind Nail Career Education. She’ll share how she turned a passion and art into a brand that’s gotten her many loyal customers and has helped her reach 2.37 million YouTube subscribers!

In this special introductory episode, we preview Season 4: Supporting Small Businesses. We also dive into how we got our first full-time jobs during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Plus, an update on the anti-mlm movement from Season 2!

In episode 5, we interview critically acclaimed author Diane Fanning, writer of 26 published books and a true leader of the community. She covers everything True Crime, has been a consultant for 48 hours, and has been featured on 20/20, the Today Show and Deadly Women.

In episode one, we cover True Crime, the new layout of our podcast and even dive into our Presidential Election Predictions.