The L Podcast

Don't knock it till ya try it. We've all heard that phrase, yet we're always shocked when we try something new and realize we actually LOVE it. Trying new things at any age can feel scary, but what's scarier is possibly missing out on finding your passion. Today we're chatting with the very talented Alecia Imbert, who at the young age of 50 has found a new passion that makes her feel as excited as...

Getting a job is WAAAY harder than it was even a decade ago. Requirements have changed, the process has changed, and it seems like getting ghosted by recruiters is a new thing too. In today's episode we're chatting with returning guest and good friend Bill Imbert on his recent success of navigating the job hunt. From where to start, to tips and advice, Bill shares what helped him finally land a jo...

Where the hell has this year gone?! We're halfway through 2025, which makes this the perfect time for a thoughtful mid-year check-in. In this episode, we'll chat through a series of reflective questions to help us pause, take stock of the past six months, and realign our goals and intentions for the rest of the year. Whether you’ve been crushing it or just trying to stay afloat, this conversation...

You're not meant to stay the same person. Change is inevitable, we've all heard the phrase. And that doesn't exclude us. I'm turning 34 and I'm such a different person from when I was 12, 20, 28. I've been immature, a b*tch, a friend, a loyal daughter, a scientist, a wife, and so many other things in my life so far. Without the role of becoming a mom I had an existential cr...

TW: Mention of suicidal tendencies. This is probably the hardest episode I've done. It's been almost a year since our infertility journey ended and today my husband is helping me share my experience through it all. From IVF, to societal pressures, to almost losing everything, this journey changed me as a person, as a woman, and as a wife. It might not have had the happy ending we dreamed o...

In honor of Infertility Awareness Month, I’m joined by my husband Jamie—as we share what IVF looked like from his side of the journey. This episode shines a light on what IVF felt like for Jamie, how couples can stay connected, and why men need more support, space, and voice in this conversation. Infertility is so often centered around women—and while that’s valid and necessary, men are also deepl...

I've lived through many traumatic events in my life, but I didn't want trauma to BE my life so I started my self-healing journey in 2016. As I reflect on what almost a decade of working on myself, healing on the inside and outside, here are three things I was not expecting from this journey. Self-healing is hard work. Many hours of therapy, some medication assistance, lots of self-care, and a stro...

Grief can change how a holiday or special occasion feels. This is the first Mother's Day since dealing with infertility and finding out I can't have kids. I've been dreading it. But the first holidays after loss, whether it's a loved one or a future you envisioned, is always the hardest. Yet somehow we get through it. Because holidays are tough. Grief is tough. But we're pretty...

Just because you can't dodge all stress doesn't mean you have to drown in it. In this episode, we’re talking about how to make life less stressful, not stress-free because that's not realistic. I'll share my favorite practical, gentle strategies that help me stay grounded so you can too. Whether you’re feeling stretched thin or just need a reset, this episode is here to remind you:...

Let’s talk about what chronic stress actually does to your body — because it’s more than just feeling overwhelmed or anxious. When we’re stressed, the brain turns on what’s called the fight or flight response. That’s helpful in short bursts — like slamming on the brakes to avoid a car accident. But when that stress response gets stuck in the ‘on’ position for days, weeks, or even years, things sta...

Look at how far you've come. All the things you've had to overcome. All the roles you've had to take. All the healing you've done. Look at the person you've become DESPITE everything that life has thrown at you. I still beat myself up when I'm not where I want to be, when instead I should be giving myself more credit for how far I've come (according to my therapist, who is always right). We all ne...

Dealing with infertility can feel very isolating and overwhelming, especially when others don't understand what you're going through. It's also difficult when no one wants to talk about such a sensitive and sad topic. So how do you support someone going through infertility? Today we're chatting with my bestie Casie about her journey with infertility. She shares some really vulnerable experiences a...

Sometimes saying "I'm tired" is the easiest and only response I can give because there's no words to describe what I'm feeling when living with multiple chronic conditions. The trifecta of tiredness: emotional, mental, and physical fatigue is brutal. How do people deal with it? Asking for a friend...

Ever find yourself stuck in an endless loop of bad news and negative headlines? I know I have lately. With so much going on in the world, many of us are torn between being informed and wanting to shove our heads under a pillow for some peace. In this episode, we talk about the harmful effects doom scrolling has on our mental health—fueling anxiety, stress, and burnout. We break down why we’re so a...

In this episode, we get real about the anxiety that comes with doctor’s appointments and why so many of us dread them. Whether it's fear of bad news, past experiences, or just the stress of being in a medical setting—it’s still very important not to put these appointments off. We’ll talk about practical tips and strategies for managing appointment anxiety, including preparation, relaxation tec...

Isn't couples therapy is only for relationships that are about to end? Wrong! In this episode, my husband Jamie joins us to dive into our personal experience with couples therapy and share how it’s changed our relationship. Throughout the conversation, we bust some of the biggest myths we’ve heard about couples therapy—like the idea that it's only for couples on the verge of breaking up or...

Anyone else struggling with feeling hopeless lately? Join the club. With natural disasters, genocide, and freedoms at risk, anyone with a soul and heart would feel this way. You're not alone when you feel despair in tough times. But we can't let moments of despair turn into lives of despair. In this episode we're talking about how to snap out of these moments of despair and tangible ac...

How do you cope with the heaviness of all the negativity happening in the world? It's tough. There's so much devastation and despair in the air that I think we're all feeling really down, which is an absolutely normal response to the state of the world right now! So I wanted to take this time to remind ourselves how we're going to get through this together: by creating moments of joy to balance us...

The soft life lifestyle was coined was by the Nigerian influencer community as a movement for Black women to live restfully, and put themselves first. Women have been entering their #softlifeEra ever since! As I've evaluated what I want my life to look like this year and moving forward, I realized I want to live a soft life too. A lifestyle that's low stress, comfy, relaxing, and feels like a baby...

Have you ever picked a word for the year? Most people do New Year's resolutions or vision boards for their goals, but when I heard about choosing a word to set your intentions for the year, I absolutely knew I wanted to do it. Today we're talking about why you might want to choose a word for this year and how you go about picking one.

Grief always feels heavier during the holidays. It's having everyone else's joy and happiness all around you that just feels like salt in a wound. People who are grieving, like I am, can dread holiday time. It keeps coming back every year! So how do we get through it? Today we're talking about what to do if you're grieving this holiday season or if you're trying to support someone who is. And reme...

TW: Mention of suicidal thoughts. PMDD almost took everything from me this year. I was diagnosed with PMDD in July, and at the age of 33, I had never even heard of it. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a SEVERE form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) that can impact daily life. It can affect up to 5% of individuals of childbearing age, yet so few actually know about it. I'm sharing my diagnosi...

The world seems to be on fire and now it's dark before dinner time. I think we all could use a reminder of how to deal with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which I know I'm dealing with. SAD is a real thing so we have to take extra care of ourselves! Let's relisten to Ep. 94 and make sure we get through this winter together. For more info on SAD, check out bit.ly/SADresource. If you need someon...

Thinking of buying a home soon? Here's what you NEED to know! Today we're talking with realtor and friend, David Ferrel Jr about all things homebuying. From first-time buyer mistakes to how the election might impact the market, David gives all the chisme (that's gossip in Spanish)!

118,000 children and youth in America are waiting to be adopted, but many may age out of the system. There's more foster kids than there are foster parents. November is National Adoption Month and we're talking with Bethany and David Carter about their experience as foster parents and adopting through the foster care system. They share the tension and beauty they experienced as foster parents and...