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Get ready for another exciting episode of the Skirts Up Show! Dive into an inspiring conversation with their special guest, Ashley Melillo, a multifaceted psychologist, food blogger, and author. Discover her journey from psychology to creating her own cookbook, Blissful Basil, and how she blends spirituality, consciousness, and quantum mechanics into her work. Learn about Ashley's quest to explore...

One would think that an episode about grief would in-fact be a downer of an episode. But no no no. This is gone in true Skirts Up form. Deep, raw, emotional conversation In the most loving yet entertaining way. Its a gift. You're welcome. Jo Beth Evans dive deep into the multifaceted world of grief and healing. Jo Beth, an esteemed grief specialist from NWA, shares her personal journey through tre...

Hey squad! In this special solo episode, Samantha takes the reins to share a personal health journey that's both heartfelt and eye-opening. As a proud advocate for Mental Health Awareness Month, she opens up about her year-long battle with mysterious seizures that turned her world upside down, all while finding unexpected strength and growth. 🌟 Tune in as Samantha spills the beans on her dramatic...

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month! We kick start the month at GGA Dwarf Goat Yoga with GG and Sabrina where we discuss the therapeutic benefits of spending time in nature with animals. From hikes to sound baths. Goat yoga with a glass of wine, to cow cuddling, there’s something for everyone. Discover how GG’s roots from Virginia and Sabrina’s childhood memory from Bangladesh sparked this un...

Ever wondered about the hidden passions of your podcast hosts? In this spirited episode of Skirts Up, Samantha reveals intriguing hobbies that will leave you entertained and inspired. Discover the mystery behind 'Lottie don't lie' and what's new this season, including a colorful logo challenge and a custom item giveaway created by Melissa! Samantha talks about her beloved book collection of inspir...

In this episode of the Skirts Up Show, hosts Samantha and Melissa are joined by the resilient and inspiring Brittany Racine. Brittany, host of American Dream Selling Michigan, shares her incredible journey through seemingly insurmountable challenges, including a tumultuous divorce and the nightmare of running a struggling franchise business. She opens up about the lessons learned from these dark t...

The episode commences with a poignant reflection on the profound loss experienced by Samantha, whose dog recently passed away, creating a backdrop of vulnerability and authenticity. As Samantha and Melissa share their respective misadventures leading up to their private energy healing session with Terrie Christine, the conversation meanders through the intricacies of life's unexpected challenges....

we sit down with Terrie Christine, an intuitive energy healer and motivational speaker, as she shares her profound journey from a corporate world to the spiritual realm. Terrie opens up about her childhood accident that led to an epiphany and her transformation into a master manifester. She describes the life-changing experiences and the spiritual encounters that shaped her path. Listen in as she...

This episode is a powerhouse of resilience, strength, and transformation. While Melissa takes time to recover from an accident (don’t worry—she’s okay and will be back soon!), Samantha rides solo and brings us a deeply emotional, unfiltered conversation that will leave you breathless. Samantha shares her own near-death experience—yes, at the hands of her new water jug—before diving into an unforge...

DISCLOSURE- There was an error in production. Mics were not plugged it. Surprise! Never the less this is a great way to finish season two. A story of how it is never too late to change your dream. Welcome to the LAST episode of the season! We are joined by Dr. Mary Kate who starts off our failure confessional with pure public awkwardness. Followed by Melissas NOT quilted quilt fail. Followed by Sa...

Today the ladies decide to do more of a traditional episode, fail and all, with a dear friend and avid listener, Marcia Dupree. Marcia and Melissa tell the story of how they butted heads 7 years ago and have been besties ever since. Samantha kicks the episode off with a spicy story of how she got a second debris burn on her back while... getting froggy. The Skirts Up Squad gets to hear live feedba...

Samantha and Melissa open with their fails as usual. Melissa's daily life is a fail ( as we can all relate.) Samantha fails to realize she agreed for keep the class pet for two weeks... Did it survive? Today the girls are joined with licensed psychotherapist, spirit guide, and past life regression therapist - Ellen Dionna. This episode is chalk full of beautiful new ways to look at life as we know...

Hello 2025! We are so happy and thankful to have our Skirts Up Squad joining us in the New Year. As we were sitting together, reflecting on the journey in the podcast world, we found ourselves giggling about what so many of these episode mean to us. So what better way to bring in the New Year than a recap of 2024. Enjoy a collage of some of our favorite moments with amazing people. (You included)....

In this lively and insightful episode of 'Lottie Don't Lie,' Samantha and Melissa dive into the heartfelt and often hilarious world of New Year's resolutions. From sharing personal stories of overcoming tough times to celebrating small victories, they showcase the highs and lows of setting goals and the importance of gratitude. With their signature blend of humor and authenticity, the duo keeps th...

As you all know we LOVE to share our fails with you. This episode is the full story of how our charity event felt like fail after fail. However, though it felt like a fail because it wasn't as we originally envisioned it. It was a huge success that is supporting just as many families as hoped for. At the end of the day, we did in fact hit the goal with the love and support from you all. Thank you...

** Listeners be advise, this episode is NOT safe to listen to around children that are awaiting Santa to come. Like, there's Spoilers. Not trying to be that Asshole**

Takeaways: The importance of music therapy is highlighted as a means to promote emotional healing and communication for those struggling with expressing themselves verbally. Melissa shares her personal journey of feeling like a failure despite her achievements, emphasizing the need to normalize discussions around failures in life. Brad and Melissa discuss how societal pressures can dictate life pa...

The conversation unfolds with a light-hearted yet insightful exploration of common Thanksgiving traditions. Lottie (AKA; Samantha, and Melissa) reflect on their personal experiences and unique customs that shape their celebrations. They discuss the excitement surrounding their first Thanksgiving together, anticipating a fun-filled Friendsgiving with activities like axe throwing, karaoke, and, for...

Join Samantha and Melissa as they dive deep into the fascinating world of shamanism and personal healing with special guest Laura Martinez. They explore the concept of "finding your medicine," emphasizing that everyone has a unique purpose and path, shaped by their experiences and emotions. Through engaging anecdotes and insights, Laura discusses how shamanic journeys allow individuals to tap into...

Samantha and Melissa open the floor to a candid discussion that takes a humorous turn as they tackle the often taboo subject of of certain health procedures. The conversation shifts to the normalization of medical procedures, the unexpected humor that can arise in discussing bodily functions, and the importance of taking time off for self-care—even when it feels undeserved. With playful banter, th...

Jill Wright, speaker, coach, and author of Happy, Healthy Wealthy, and Wise joins the Skirts Up Squad today! Jill helps us understand what our superhuman powers are, and how to make them work for us. She shares the phrase "Eat your frog first" which leaves a lasting impact on Samantha and Melissa. Get all the tangible tricks you need to have the healthiest work/ life balance you could ever imagine...

Welcome to the first episode ever where we are joined by Samantha's husband, Simon Mandell. Simon gets the opportunity to set the records straight. Who really is the better driver? What really happened when he hit that deer earlier in the month? he may or may not even confess to wearing no seat belt! Simon was not expecting to be on the air so everything is 100% unscripted. Samantha and Simon ask...

The girls shake things up a bit by skipping their traditional intro and "skirting" into the meat of today's show. Samantha and Melissa welcome Megan Ward, a Georgia Clarke county foster parent and creator of The Five Hive on to show to share the ugly truths within the foster care system. The Five Hive was created when Megan and her business partner, Kim realized that there was a shortage of foster...

Today, Samantha tells the story of her husband hitting a deer with her car which leads him to being stranded on the highway despite Sam's plea of having the car towed to the mechanic shop. Melissa shares how her previous fail of not making any bowls in her first pottery class has changed to having several completed items that are meticulously decorated by hand! Goes to show perseverance after a fa...

Samantha shares the story of stocking her husbands biological father (Who is a high ranking police officer) while intoxicated, after midnight. Then proceeds to share a fail about how she busted her face on the dance floor. Melissa tells the NOT traumatizing story of cutting the tip of her finger off late at night. The Skirts Up Show thanks their friend, Aria, a domestic violence and sexual assault...