Velvet's Edge with Kelly Henderson

Grief comes in all forms—and it’s not just about losing someone. In this episode, Kelly and Chip get honest (and a little unhinged) about the messy, weird, and very real ways grief has shown up in their lives. From heartbreaks and identity shifts to the quiet losses no one talks about, they explore how our culture often skips past grief—and why that doesn’t really work. Wit...

Grief isn’t just about death—it shows up in breakups, job loss, identity shifts, and the quiet heartbreaks of everyday life. In this episode, Kelly sits down with  grief expert and psychotherapist John Tsilimparis , author of  The Magic in the Tragic , to talk about  grief recovery ,  emotional healing , and why our culture gets grief all wrong. They discuss how unr...

In this week’s episode, Kelly and Chip share hilarious life updates—from Chip’s injury at his mom’s 80th birthday party to Kelly’s bizarre realization that she  might  have worked with Elvis. (Yes,  that Elvis.) They also unpack Kelly’s recent conversation with Hope Woodard about the viral “Boy Sober” movement, what it means to stop ch...

Viral TikTok creator and comedian Hope Woodard joins Kelly to share the raw, hilarious, and deeply personal story behind  Boysober —a self-defined dating detox that turned into a global movement and iHeartPodcast. From chaotic situationships and generational patterns to self-worth and family healing, Hope opens up about what drove her to pause dating, what she learned about herself in t...

Kelly and Chip are back with a catch-up session full of life updates, laughs, and a deep dive into the way modern relationships are being redefined. From couples who live apart to the surprising perks of separate bedrooms, they unpack the rise of “off-kilter” domestic arrangements and why more people are choosing love on their own terms. Chip shares his perspective on how the queer com...

Dr. Kelly Coyne joins Kelly to explore the rise of unconventional domestic arrangements—think married couples who live apart, partners who sleep separately, and stay-at-home dads. As featured in  The New York Times  and  The Washington Post , Dr. Coyne’s work challenges the traditional idea of what marriage  should  look like and invites us to rethink how we bu...

Whether it’s a tense moment mid-podcast, a weird fight with your partner, or a silent meltdown over the dishwasher—this week, Kelly and Chip dig into the moments that  seem  small but hit surprisingly hard. Inspired by a real-time disagreement between Kelly and astrologer Marv, they explore how emotional triggers sneak into our reactions... and how it’s rarely about wha...

Kelly sits down with astrologer Marvin Wilkerson to talk about the deeply emotional waters of the Cancer New Moon—how this lunation calls us to reflect on our inner world, self-image, and the stories we carry from childhood. But halfway through the episode, theory turns into practice as an unresolved issue from a past conversation resurfaces between Kelly and Marv—showing the  exa...

Piggybacking off Kelly’s conversation with dream expert  Bonnie Buckner , she and Chip dive even deeper into the wild world of dreams—sharing personal dream stories (including Chip’s two recurring dreams and Kelly’s latest vivid vision), decoding what they might mean, and uncovering how dreams are actually one of the most underrated tools for  creativity and clari...

Dr. Bonnie Buckner joins Kelly to explore the untapped power of your dreams—not just as nighttime entertainment, but as a tool for healing, clarity, and even creativity. Bonnie shares insights from her new book  The Secret Mind  and breaks down the different kinds of dreams we have, what they’re trying to tell us, and how to interact with them in a way that actually moves the...

While Chip and Kelly take the week off, listen back to one of their all-time favorite episodes: “Revenge vs. Resilience: Why Failing Forward Is the Real Flex.” In this throwback convo, they dive into society’s twisted relationship with success and unpack why failure isn’t something to hide—it’s something to honor. From Oprah to Steve Jobs, they explore how setba...

We’ve all felt that fire—the urge to get even, to make someone feel the pain they caused us. But at what point does that fire start burning us? This week, Kelly sits down with Yale Psychiatry lecturer, lawyer, and author James Kimmel, Jr. to explore the gripping science behind revenge—and why it behaves more like an addiction than a rational choice. In his new book The Science of...

In this follow-up to Kelly’s conversation with Human Design expert Emma Dunwoody, Chip comes in hot with all the beginner questions — because he’s never heard of Human Design (and has a lot of thoughts). From understanding what it actually is to figuring out if it’s helpful or just another “life hack,” Kelly and Chip unpack their personal takes on self-discovery...

Master Coach, Human Behavior Specialist, and host of the Human Design Podcast, Emma Dunwoody is back for round 2—hi Emma! In this episode, we dive even deeper into the world of Human Design and its powerful tools for self-understanding and alignment. Whether you’re a total beginner or already obsessed, this conversation will give you fresh clarity on how to actually use Human Design in...

This episode was inspired by Wednesday’s astrology chat with Marvin Wilkerson, where Kelly and Marv got into a full-on (loving) debate about the difference between feelings, emotions, and intuition. It turns out… that convo kind of broke Kelly’s brain. So today, Kelly and Chip are picking up the thread—trying to figure out what it actually means to move from a feeling (not...

Master astrologer and coach, Marvin Wilkerson, joins Kelly for the June astrology forecast—and things get philosophical fast. Together, they explore the key astrological events of the month, including the Gemini New Moon, Sagittarius Full Moon, and the tense square between Saturn, Neptune, and Jupiter—which all challenge the way we think, believe, and perceive truth. Marvin and Kelly a...

Ever freeze up when someone asks, “So what do you do?” Same. This week, Kelly and Chip get real about the art of pitching yourself—whether you’re building a personal brand, applying for a job, or just trying to explain your vibe without sounding like a walking résumé. We break down the essentials of crafting a compelling personal narrative (without the fluff),...

Ever wonder how women land major deals, build powerful brands, and grow their businesses from scratch? In this episode, Kelly talks to Marty McDonald—founder of Boss Women Media and the Elle Olivia brand now featured in Target—about how to pitch yourself with confidence, define your personal brand, and make bold career moves. They get real about what it actually takes to be an entrepre...

Let’s be real—if you’re a human in the world, you’ve probably been triggered. In this episode, Kelly and Chip unpack what emotional triggers actually are, why they show up, and how they can be surprising (and even helpful). Chip shares some honest moments about realizing his own triggers—and the shame that came with not seeing them sooner. Kelly reframes triggers as s...

Renowned therapist turned holistic life coach Michelle Chalfant joins the podcast to break down The Adult Chair model—her powerful framework for emotional healing and personal transformation. Michelle shares how to move from stuck to empowered by embracing the 5 core pillars of a healthy adult self: owning your reality, feeling your emotions, practicing self-compassion, understanding your tr...

Think you’re just tired? It might be deeper than that. In this episode, Chip and Kelly explore the hidden causes of burnout—like invisible labor and the “tolerations” we quietly put up with every day. These small, constant energy leaks can lead to emotional exhaustion, mental fatigue, and even resentment. Chip also shares surprising signs of burnout that go way beyond physi...

This week, Kelly sits down with Amina AlTai, a holistic business and career coach who is revolutionizing the way we think about work and purpose. Amina shares her inspiring journey from co-founding a successful branding agency to facing life-threatening burnout and two autoimmune diagnoses—all while grappling with a lack of boundaries and codependency in her career. Now an executive coach fo...

In this episode, Kelly breaks down the deeper meaning of Taurus energy for Chip—and how it’s showing up in real life. From the spiritual importance of rest to reconnecting with pleasure, presence, and what actually makes us feel good, this is a light but real conversation about why slowing down isn’t lazy—it’s powerful. Kelly and Chip share their personal struggles wi...

Astrologer Marvin Wilkerson joins Kelly to break down the key astrology themes for May—and why this month is calling all of us to slow down, realign, and reconnect with what truly matters. From reevaluating your values and redefining success to finding joy in the present moment, this episode is full of grounded, practical wisdom for navigating change with clarity and grace. Kelly and Marv ex...

In this follow-up to Kelly’s powerful conversation with relationship coach Marni Battista, Kelly and Chip dive into their own relationship histories to uncover the sneaky, self-sabotaging patterns that started way back in childhood. From dating addicts and emotionally unavailable partners to chasing chaos that felt like chemistry, they get honest (and laugh a little too) about the roles they...