Spirit of a Badass

Alecia helps listeners prepare for the beginning of 2026 with a recap of her progress on her 2025 bingo card goals and an invitation to two upcoming events to help prepare for the new year. Vision Board Workshop: https://www.monroestreetarts.org/adult-workshops/vision-board Bingo Zoom - Jan 7th at 12:00 pm CST: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/499z8gK6QkSNT0M2PoObHA Host: Alecia Jacobson P...

Alecia Jacobson and Katie Crokus share their beautiful friendship as they discuss their interwoven journeys through burnout, baking sourdough and growth through change. Katie shares how she has navigated her spirituality experiences and how she manages staying connected with community while protecting her energy. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Co...

Alecia is joined by Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Lexi Bonilla, to discuss the complexities of diet culture’s effect on the body image of women. They discuss the impact of societal pressures on women's relationships with food and their bodies, the role of GLP-1 medications, and the importance of compassion and curiosity in the healing process. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and...

Tracy Hammerstrom, a licensed acupuncturist and co-owner of Isthmus Wellness and Acupuncture and Massage Clinic, joins Alecia to discuss the benefits of acupuncture, GI Map testing, and the Dutch hormone test. Tracy explains the science behind these methods and how they can support women's health. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with A...

Miranda Zuhlke is a Physician Assistant, Doctor of Medical Science candidate, and Certified Menopause Provider through The Menopause Society. She joins Alecia for this episode to discuss her work with women in menopause and perimenopause. Miranda explains how to be prepared when talking with your doctor, the power of tracking your symptoms and helps listeners understand where to start with hormone...

Alecia is joined by occupational therapist and parent coach, Jen Bluske, to discuss the challenges and unique vulnerabilities that come with parenting older teens and young adults. Alecia and Jen share about their personal experiences at this stage of parenting as well as offer listeners strategies for navigating the complex dynamic of giving young adults both guidance and independence as they gro...

Alecia reflects on a talk she attended which focused on positive psychology as well as a sweet reminder from her daughter which prompted a return to prioritizing shifting her focus onto things that bring joy. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path S...

Alecia shares about a summer stretch where nothing went right and how she found the inner strength to handle it without breaking down. She reflects on other times when she has needed to dig deep and how listeners can do the same when life is challenging. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciaj...

Whitney Malish returns to share how her challenging childhood shaped her life today. She explains the mindset she relied on to navigate difficult times and how she intentionally creates and protects her family, her community and her home. This episode is the second of two episodes with Whitney! The first part was Episode 104. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: S...

Alecia is joined by entrepreneur Whitney Malish, an engineering graduate and former product manager, who discusses the systems and strategies she uses to create a beautiful, organized home that she loves while building a business and community that she also loves. Alecia and Whitney emphasize intentional living and adapting to different life seasons and creating systems that work for you and your...

Alecia shares about her in-the-works process of rebuilding family systems she and her husband have identified as not working (anymore). She discusses both the logistics of this type of exploration as well as the emotional aspects of a big upheaval, even one that is for good reason and that will lead to a healthy, functional relationship. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacob...

Alecia shares about the 24-Hour Rule she follows to diffuse high tension communications and prevent saying and doing things she’ll wish she hadn't. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathst...

Alecia is joined by Emma Schuster who breaks down what somatic healing is, how is supported her own healing journey and how listeners can use it in their own lives. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Connect with Emma Schuster: IG: @imemmaschuster Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Pa...

In this special 100th episode, Alecia is joined by Kelley Sinclair, owner of Lioness Fitness. They discuss empowering impact of lifting weights and movement on women’s confidence and everyday life. Additionally, Kelley shares about her career transition from teaching to becoming a personal trainer and reflects on the importance of having a fitness and wellness community. Host: Alecia Jacobson Prod...

Alecia is joined by interior designer Shannon Figaro who shares about the importance of creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional. They discuss the emotional impact of the physical aspects of a home and offer practical tips for those looking to transform their spaces into restful retreats. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with...

Alecia Jacobson kicks off Season Three of the podcast with important questions to consider as Fall begins. Alecia gives listeners practical advice on how to create routines and get rid of old patterns to reduce stress and chaos and increase enjoyment as the school year begins. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobso...

Alecia Jacobson explains the process of finding the right coach to meet your specific needs. Alecia explains what a coach is and isn’t, the types of coaches available, how to know when the timing is right, and how to get started once you find a coach you believe would be a good fit. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciaj...

Alecia explains the importance of taking tangible action when creating the life you want to be living, even when it creates nervousness or discomfort. She shares helpful advice on surrounding yourself with supportive, like-minded individuals and closing the gap between your current self and the person you want to be. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Iver...

Alecia Jacobson explains what it looks like to work with her for health coaching and why it is so important to have individualized help when it comes to the complex system of your lifestyle and health. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios...

Alecia Jacobson discusses the importance of adjusting expectations and habits during difficult periods. She explains how constricting in some areas can preserve mental energy and reduce stress and how to re-shape how we look at these changes. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com...

Alecia Jacobson discusses the mental health impact of how you handle and carry the weight of the world when things are heavy and offers ways to keep moving forward and how to find joy even in challenging times. Vote for Spirit of a Badass as Best Local Podcast in Best of Madison 2025! Click this LINK to vote! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connec...

Alecia discusses how to find windows of restfulness, common feelings of guilt about taking pauses, and how to work physical, mental and sensory rest into our demanding lives. Vote for Spirit of a Badass as Best Local Podcast in Best of Madison 2025! Click this LINK to vote! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠...

Alecia is joined by Sarah Wahoske, a personal stylist and fashion influencer, to discuss how women can boost their confidence and show up as their best selves through fashion. Sarah offers practical advice on body proportions and how to approach wardrobe changes throughout different phases of life to look and feel your best in any situation. Vote for Spirit of a Badass as Best Local Podcast in Bes...

Alecia explains the impact of clutter on stress and mental health and offers practical tips to tackle it. Vote for Spirit of a Badass as Best Local Podcast in Best of Madison 2025! Click this LINK to vote! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Stud...

As a follow up to last week’s episode on being badass in big moments such as high pressure meetings, Alecia Jacobson gives listeners a pep talk to listen to right before they go “do the thing.” This is an episode to bookmark to listen and re-listen to and will leave you ready to rise to whatever big moment is in front of you. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: S...