The Whole Woman Podcast with Kim and Rachel

What if the biggest lie women have believed is that someone else's success means there's less available for us? In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin welcome business strategist Angela Rakis of Favorite Daughter LLC for a conversation about second careers, entrepreneurship, community, and why collaboration will always take us further than competition. Ang...

Do you ever feel like you have to be completely overwhelmed before you're "allowed" to ask for help? In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin explore why so many women wait until they're exhausted before hiring an expert, working with a coach, seeing a therapist, or simply asking for support. From housekeepers and home organizers to writing coaches...

What do crossing your eyes, swallowing gum, going outside with wet hair, cracking your knuckles, and eating watermelon seeds all have in common? According to the women who raised us, they could apparently ruin your life. In this first episode of year two of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin are diving into the old wives’ tales, superstitions, and childhood myths they grew up he...

The Whole Woman Podcast is officially one year old. In this special anniversary episode, co-hosts Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin look back on 52 episodes, countless conversations, unexpected lessons, and a friendship that grew one podcast episode at a time. What began as a discussion about health, wellness, and everyday life quickly became something much bigger. Over the past year, Kim and Rachel ha...

What is it about summer food that brings back memories in an instant? In this final edition of our Porch Conversations summer series, Kim and Rachel sit down to talk about the foods that shaped their childhoods, the meals that still feel like home, and why certain flavors seem to carry entire seasons inside them. From BLTs and grilled burgers to watermelon, peaches, ice cream cones, and road-trip...

Take a nostalgic trip back to the simpler summers of the 1980s and 1990s in this cozy edition of our Porch Conversations summer series. Kim and Rachel reminisce about life before smartphones, texting, social media, and streaming services. From long phone calls with friends and handwritten letters to neighborhood bike rides, family movie nights, photo albums, Blockbuster rentals, and old-fashioned...

Welcome back to another episode of The Whole Woman Podcast’s summer series, Porch Conversations with Kim and Rachel. In this fun and cozy conversation, we’re sharing all of our current favorite things… from barefoot-inspired sneakers and supportive bras to coffee gadgets, kitchen tools, skincare finds, cooling sleep essentials, menopause must-haves, and the little everyday comforts making life eas...

Welcome to the very first episode of our special summer short series, Porch Conversations, on The Whole Woman Podcast. In this lighthearted and cozy episode, Kim and Rachel pull up a chair on the porch for an easy summer conversation filled with favorite foods, fun “this or that” questions, personality differences, and everyday joys that make life feel a little lighter. This week, we’re talking ab...

Why are people so afraid of turbulence? What actually causes those strange airplane sounds during takeoff and landing? And how safe is air travel really? In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim and Rachel sit down with veteran commercial pilot and Cockpit Confidential author Patrick Smith, creator of AskthePilot.com, for an honest and fascinating conversation about fear of flying, turbulen...

What is your dream trip? In this heartfelt and funny episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim and Rachel dive into all things travel… from bucket list destinations and unforgettable vacations to solo travel, girls' trips, road trips, and the experiences that change us forever. They share stories about traveling through Spain, Costa Rica, Arizona, and Europe, discuss the magic of wandering without a...

In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast , Kim and Rachel dive into a conversation about something we’ve all experienced… being hangry . What starts as a lighthearted moment turns into a real, honest look at how our relationship with food shapes our mood, energy, and even how we show up for others. From dieting days and missed meals to learning how to actually listen to your body, this conversat...

What is toxic positivity … and when does “being positive” actually do more harm than good? In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast , we take an honest look at a phrase that gets thrown around often but rarely understood. We talk about the difference between showing up with genuine care and unintentionally dismissing someone’s pain with quick, well-meaning words. This conversation is not about a...

If you’ve ever wondered whether entrepreneurship is worth it, this conversation is for you. In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, we’re having a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually looks like to build a business as a woman. Not the highlight reel. Not the curated wins. But the full picture. We talk about the emotional weight of being responsible for everything, the unexpecte...

In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim and Rachel dive into a conversation we all relate to… food. From splurge-worthy favorites like homemade pasta, crusty bread, and gelato to honest reflections on disordered eating, restriction, and learning to enjoy food again, this episode moves far beyond what’s on the plate. You’ll hear stories about fast food debates (In-N-Out vs. Wendy’s), childh...

In this special Holy Week conversation, Kim and Rachel from The Whole Woman Podcast explore the meaning of Easter through honest dialogue, personal stories, and thoughtful reflection. From childhood Easter traditions and egg hunts to deeper questions about faith, repentance, and what it truly means to have a relationship with God, this episode invites listeners into a space of curiosity rather tha...

In this honest and thought-provoking episode of The Whole Woman Podcast , hosts Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin explore their very different reactions to the bestselling book The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer. Rachel shares how the book transformed her ability to manage anxiety, quiet negative thoughts, and detach from emotional overwhelm, while Kim opens up about why the message didn’t fully...

What if the simple act of listening could change your relationships, your community, and even your own heart? In this meaningful episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim and Rachel welcome Victoria Chance, creator of My Neighbor’s Voice, a conversation experience designed to help people listen without interrupting, debating, correcting, or preparing a response. In a world filled with noise, divisio...

Body positivity was supposed to free women from shame… so why are so many still struggling with their bodies? In this episode, Kim and Rachel climb onto their soapbox to talk honestly about body image, diet culture, and what women really need beyond body positivity. In this candid and passionate episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin unpack the complicated reality behind...

Finding the right bra shouldn’t feel harder than finding your purpose in midlife… but for many women, it does. In this honest, hilarious, and surprisingly helpful episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim and Rachel dive into a topic every woman understands, but few people openly talk about: undergarments, comfort, and body changes through perimenopause and menopause. From bras that dig, roll, and d...

If your stomach feels “off” more often than not—bloating, constipation, discomfort, or that heavy, nagging gut feeling—you’re not alone. In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast , Rachel and Kim break down gut health for real life : what your body is trying to tell you, how modern stress and ultra-processed foods impact digestion, and the simple daily habits that can help you feel better. Kim sh...

Spring is the season of fresh air, brighter days… and that sudden urge to reset your home. In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim and Rachel (your favorite organizer!) talk about spring cleaning, decluttering, and simple organizing systems that make your space feel lighter, without turning it into an overwhelming weekend marathon. If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “Where do I even...

Happy Valentine’s Day, Whole Woman listeners! In this lighthearted and heartfelt episode, Kim and Rachel talk about love after the rom-com phase—what it really looks like after years (and decades) together. This isn’t a deep theological dive or a relationship masterclass. It’s a real conversation about how love evolves when expectations soften, communication deepens, and everyday kindness starts t...

What if the real problem isn’t just ultra-processed food—but an ultra-processed life? In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin invite you into an honest, judgment-free conversation about convenience culture and the hidden cost it can have on our bodies, homes, skin, hormones, and overall well-being. We go beyond food labels to talk about ultra-processed skincare, ho...

Money can feel overwhelming, emotional, and even scary, especially for women and entrepreneurs who don’t earn a traditional paycheck. In this episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, Kim Mosiman and Rachel Lavin have an honest, refreshing conversation about women and money, breaking down scarcity mindsets, financial shame, and the belief that we don’t deserve security or abundance. Together, they explo...

What happens when professional connections turn into real, life-giving friendships? In this special episode of The Whole Woman Podcast, co-hosts Kim and Rachel welcome their very first guest, their dear friend Melissa Crook, founder of the Embracing Layers Network and creator of the FEEL Framework (Finding Empowerment + Embracing Layers).This is a heartfelt, honest conversation about women’s frien...