Velvet's Edge with Kelly Henderson

Kelly and Chip take off on a deep dive into all things travel—sharing their favorite trips, biggest travel lessons, and the hacks they’ve picked up along the way. From packing tips to why third-party booking sites can be a nightmare, they cover what to do (and what  not  to do) when planning your next adventure. Plus, they explore the spiritual side of travel—how steppi...

Kelly catches up with entertainment travel agent Tyler Diehl for a much-needed travel reboot. After sharing her own booking nightmare with third-party sites, Kelly and Tyler dive into why those shortcuts aren’t worth it—and what to do instead. Tyler shares insider tips on how to maximize travel points, score the best deals, and avoid common travel pitfalls. Plus, they explore the futur...

When your relationship feels off, how do you reset? Chip and Kelly dive into the relatable realities of stale relationships, from petty fights (that are never really about the toothpaste) to quirky habits that can either annoy or bring you closer. We’ll share tips for breaking out of a rut, why laughter is key, and how small moments of connection can make a big difference. Plus, we’re...

This week, couples therapist, coach, and author Carolyn Sharp joins Kelly to discuss her new book,  Fire It Up: Four Secrets to Reigniting Intimacy and Joy in Your Relationships . Carolyn dives into why relationships get stale and shares her transformative four-step process to bring back love, connection, and vitality. From understanding how relationships work to uncovering your unique needs...

In this follow-up to Kelly’s conversation with Dr. Alexandra Sowa, author of The Ozempic Revolution , Chip shares his personal experience with GLP-1 medications like Ozempic. From the unexpected challenges to the ways it’s impacted his life, Chip offers an honest look at what being on this medication is really like. Kelly and Chip also dive into the stigma surrounding weight loss medic...

Dr. Alexandra Sowa, author of  The Ozempic Revolution , joins to dive into the rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and their impact on health and culture. While Dr. Sowa shares why she believes in the benefits of these medications, she also raises concerns about the way our society is using them as a "quick fix." Her book offers a strategy for users to not only address obesity but also shi...

Kelly and Chip kick off the new year by sharing their "words of the year"—intentional themes they set to guide their growth and focus for the months ahead. In this episode, they also reflect on the heartbreaking fires in LA, discussing the emotional toll of ongoing natural disasters and how to navigate collective trauma through a spiritual lens. Plus, Kelly shares a fascinating story about a...

December’s cosmic energy is bringing major life shifts—are you ready? Master astrologer Marvin Wilkerson joins Kelly to break down the powerful Capricorn new moon, Mars retrograde, and the north and south node shifts that are aligning to guide your destiny. While the energy may feel intense, Marvin explains why these transitions are happening for you, not to you. With astrologers predi...

Kelly and Chip open their settings and reveal the results of how much time they spend on their phones and doing what. They also reveal astonishing stats about how time spent changes as we age and bring some options on doing things differently to live your actual most connected life. HOSTS: Kelly Henderson // @velvetsedge // velvetsedge.com Chip Dorsch // @chipdorsch Follow Velvet's Edge on Instagr...

Kelly welcomes Dr. Chiti Parikh, one of the leading integrative medicine physicians in the country and the founder of Integrative Health & Wellbeing at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Parikh's first book, Intentional Health: Detoxify, Nourish and Rejuvenate Your Body into Balance is a comprehensive roadmap that empowers individuals to take charge of their health thr...

Kelly recently discovered that she and Chip share a lot of the same energy in their astrological chart, so the duo welcomes Master Astrologer, Marvin Wilkerson, to help them compare notes on how that energy manifests in each of their lives. Marv explains why pop culture’s version of astrology based on just your sun sign is an inaccurate representation of who you actually are. The topic of as...

Kelly welcomes Coach Ryan Holley, specialist of attachment styles, to break down the truth about avoidant attachment. Social media is full of posts about "anxious" and "avoidant" attachment styles, which can become overwhelming and confusing. Coach Ryan explains what this specific attachment style looks like in a relationship, the motivating factors behind what's happening and also how it can be h...

Kelly and Chip close out the year with a lighthearted recap of 2024, sharing their holiday plans and favorite moments. They also break down their top 5 tips for recovering during the holiday madness and making family time more fun (and less stressful). Whether you’re bracing for the in-laws or just need some downtime strategies, this episode will have you laughing and feeling ready to take o...

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...

Building on Kelly’s conversation with Dr. Lisa Miller about the science of spirituality, Kelly and Chip discuss their own spiritual practices in this episode. From meditation to gratitude and everything in between, they share lighthearted and sometimes simple ways they stay connected to themselves and the universe. They also tackle the holiday chaos, laughing about how this “spiritual...

What if spirituality was the missing link to a healthier, more resilient life? In this episode, Kelly sits down with Dr. Lisa Miller, PhD—bestselling author, Columbia University professor, and clinical psychologist—to explore the groundbreaking science behind Spiritual Health. Dr. Lisa shares how an engaged spiritual life enhances creativity, grit, and optimism while reducing depressio...

This week, Kelly and Chip bring their signature bestie vibes to a chat about the seasonal whirlwind we’re all in. They dive into energy patterns that mirror the chaos of the holidays and the calm of wrapping up the year. Chip shares some classic ‘Chip’ time-saving shortcuts (that may or may not work), and Kelly tells a Thanksgiving story where her mom saved the day like a total pro. It’s all about...

Feeling insecure, volatile, or aggressive lately? Master astrologer Marvin Wilkerson joins Kelly to break down the powerful astrological transits shaping this month, including the expansive Sagittarius New Moon, the thought-provoking Gemini Full Moon, and a massive Mars Retrograde stirring the pot. Marv unpacks how these energies might be affecting your mood and interactions, providing insights in...

Kelly and Chip discuss the new reality of texting being the most used format for communication in our culture in 2024. They debate on certain texting etiquette, response times, lack of response at all and how a lot of the issues still boil down to bad communication skills.  "It's like our technology has evolved with mass communication, but our emotional intelligence has not."  Kelly also brings up...

Kelly welcomes self leadership expert, Shauna VanBogart, to discuss the importance of remembering who you are. They discuss the difference between "remembering who you" are and "finding yourself." Shauna explains how she uses a person's photograph to read their energy and intuitively know where they are blocked or blocking themselves from fully stepping into their true potential. They also discuss...

Chip and Kelly dive into the evolving landscape of celebrity culture, exploring whether fame holds the same power it once did. They question if the rise of social media and the 'anyone can be famous' era has diluted its significance and changed how we consume entertainment. Kelly ties the conversation to her Wednesday chat with Tali Edut of the Astro Twins, who predicts major shifts in celebrity c...

Astrologer Tali Edut of The AstroTwins—resident astrologers for ELLE Magazine and trusted advisors to celebrities like Beyoncé and Dua Lipa—joins Kelly to unveil what the stars have in store for 2025. Together, they explore astrological predictions for the year ahead, including shifts in politics, love and relationships, health and wellness, food trends, and groundbreaking innovation. Plus, Tali s...

Kelly and Chip dive into the psychology of spending, each uncovering their own unique (and sometimes funny) money personalities. Are you a "treat yourself" type, a saver, or maybe a mix of both? As they share stories about their own spending quirks, Kelly and Chip bring lots of laughs and relatable insights about what drives our financial habits. Tune in to find out which spender style you might b...

In this episode, Kelly and Elizabeth Ralph, a high-level wealth strategist and former energy trader, dive into the transformative power of intentional wealth. Elizabeth breaks down why building wealth is a profound form of self-love and introduces the concept of quantum money, explaining how to bring the yin and yang into your financial life. They also explore the idea of money neutrality and why...

Ever notice how quick we are to label things as "good" or "bad"? In this episode, we dive into the principle of  maybe —the idea that life isn’t so black and white, and that our culture has created these labels that don’t necessarily serve us. This repost felt especially relevant this week. As we navigate feelings of success or failure with the election, it’s a reminder that there’s a bigger pictu...