The Fashion & Sh!t Show Diaries

Julia sits down on location at the iconic teal trailer in Altoona with boss babe Ali Mahoney-Doran — owner of Sips Beverage Bar (Sips Iowa) and Ember Roots t-shirt & garment business. Ali shares the real, unfiltered story of how a daughter’s internship request turned into a full-blown dirty soda empire in under 35 days… after the family turned down a liquor license to protect Sunday family din...

Live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios and powered by Revelton Distilling Company. Julia sits down with Tiffany Lynch, owner of Ember Market in Norwalk, Iowa, for a raw and inspiring conversation about building a boutique from the ground up. Tiffany opens up about her journey from stay-at-home mom (after her twins spent time in the NICU) to corporate life, to starting a Facebook boutique with a fr...

🎉 Celebrating Inspired Iowan’s Birthday LIVE from the boutique! Julia sits down with Caitlin Norgaard (Inspired Iowan) for an honest, heartfelt, and hilarious conversation about building her platform, supporting small businesses, and navigating real life as a mom. From her rural Iowa roots and creative outlet during the pandemic, to postpartum challenges, miscarriage, moving to the Des Moines are...

In this warm, authentic, and relatable episode, host Julia (Styled by JJ Boutique) sits down with her new friend Nela Biscanin (real estate agent). The two bonded quickly on TikTok and at a Moms of the Midwest event and are clearly “each other’s people.” How they met and instantly clicked despite sitting on opposite ends of the room Shared history working at the same mortgage company The realities...

In this special Mother’s Day episode, Julia Bradshaw is joined by her mini-me and only daughter, 19-year-old Haley Bradshaw, for real talk, zero filters, and plenty of laughs. They review Haley’s style evolution (from princess heels and Dora books to streetwear and senior pics), swap childhood memories (cheer life, Disney princess breakfasts, and that near-disaster paddleboard moment in Mexico), a...

Live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios – Julia Bradshaw flies solo on Fashion & Sh!t Show Diaries EP 10 and pulls back the curtain on the absolute chaos of the last two weeks as a small business owner, corporate professional, and mom. From a surprise employee quitting mid-shift and scrambling for coverage, to Painted Tree Boutique’s sudden Chapter 7 bankruptcy forcing a frantic inventory rescu...

This one’s personal. Julia brings on her husband Tyler—her high school sweetheart—for a real, unfiltered conversation about love, growing up together, and what 21 years of marriage actually looks like behind the scenes. From being young parents to building a life together, they dive into how it all started, how it’s going, and everything in between… with plenty of laughs, outfit talk, and classic...

This week on Fashion & Sh!t Show Diaries , we’re joined by entrepreneur Amy Rodenkirk—someone who’s turned her passion for healthy living into multiple thriving businesses. Amy and the host go way back to their days working at The Gap, and that shared history sets the stage for a real, honest conversation about growth, reinvention, and chasing purpose. From navigating personal health challenge...

Join host Julia Bradshaw on Fashion & Sh!t Show Diaries for an inspiring chat with Emily Trnka , founder of North of Normal (formerly Moms of the Midwest). Discover how a simple TikTok idea in September 2025 exploded into a thriving community of women supporting women across the Midwest—and beyond. Emily shares her journey from speech pathologist and busy mom to building safe, welcoming spaces...

In this episode, we sit down with Norwalk, Iowa’s own Caela Gilliam to talk about her unexpected rise as a TikTok influencer and what really happens after you go viral. From navigating the algorithm and building an authentic audience to using her platform to spotlight local businesses, Caela shares the lessons she’s learned, the challenges behind the scenes, and how social media has changed her li...

In this episode of Fashion & Sh!t Show Diaries , the conversation goes beyond style and into the real stories behind strong women building businesses and showing up confidently in their lives. Host dives into an inspiring and unfiltered discussion with Shayna Bellingtier of Legacy Nutrition and special guest Heather Austin — talking entrepreneurship, health culture, overcoming intimidation, an...

In this special LIVE episode of Fashion & Sh!t Show Diaries , the show hits the floor at Painted Tree Boutiques in Clive for a fun-filled Galentine’s Night celebration! From unique fashion finds and creative vendors to the stories behind local entrepreneurs, this episode spotlights the power of small business and the passion behind every booth. Hear real conversations with boutique owners, dis...

In this Valentine’s Day–themed episode of Fashion & Sh! T Show Diaries , the conversation dives headfirst into love, relationships, and all the messy, hilarious, and heartfelt realities that come with them. From modern dating expectations to long-term relationship dynamics, the hosts keep it real—sharing personal stories, hot takes, and plenty of laughs along the way. This episode balances hum...

This episode kicks off with a reflection on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy , emphasizing love, equality, and leading with character in today’s world. From there, the conversation shifts into a fun and insightful Golden Globes fashion breakdown , as the hosts share their top red-carpet looks , discussing fit, texture, color, and personal style preferences. The show also dives into the heart of...

Welcome to the very first episode of Fashion & Sh t Show Diaries*, where fashion meets real life—messy, funny, and unfiltered. Host Julia Bradshaw shares her journey as a small business owner, boutique founder, working professional, wife, and empty nester, diving into the realities behind the scenes that don’t always make it to Instagram. Joined by co-host Anne Cooker and special guest Chris S...