Why Not #DoBoth with Kellie Sbrocchi

So you had the BIGGEST dreams as a teenager or young adult + you've attacked them with your heart + soul-- what do you do if life has different plans? What do you do if those same dreams start to change, when your life doesn't go according to plan, or maybe those same dreams don't look as desirable as they used to? Dreams change, what makes you happy will change, your goals might chang...

“HOW DOES SHE DO IT?!” Balancing pageantry, a full-time career, and personal passions doesn’t have to feel impossible — and Kellie is breaking down exactly how she made it work. From serving active-duty in the Navy as an Officer, to navigating a move to a new city, to running a part-time photography business, pageantry unexpectedly became one more thing she had to learn how to fit into an already...

Quick life tip: if you have a goal in mind, every SINGLE thing you do should be a step to work toward it, if not, then why is that your goal? Susie Evans is on today's episode, speaking on her dream to become MISS VIRGINIA USA + what she learned in every chapter of her life to help her prepare for that goal in mind. If you think your dreams come to fruition overnight, you're wrong. It take...

On July 1, 2010, Kellie and Jackie stepped onto the grounds of the United States Naval Academy for Induction Day—“I-Day”—raised their right hands, and took an oath that would shape the trajectory of their lives. At just 17 years old, they had no clear picture of what lay ahead—only the commitment to serve in the United States Navy and the courage to begin. A decade later, that single day marks far...

What happens when a passion starts to outgrow its “side hustle” label—but the next step feels unclear? In this episode, Kellie sits down with Brant Bender to break down exactly how to turn creative passion into a sustainable business—without the guesswork. Brant Bender, founder of Brant Bender Photography , is a highly respected portrait and wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience ca...

How often do you receive negative comments online? Do you have moments when you're actually afraid to post, take your account off private, or fear retaliation from followers if you share something vulnerable, different, or unconventional? Yes, I've been there. If getting attacked online was a city, I'd be the Mayor. When you start anything new, the biggest fear you face is the reaction...

We've either all heard it or ALL said it: "I just don't know how to start a business," or "It's just too hard to meet new people." You're right, it IS hard, but it's not impossible. On today's episode I have powerhouse entrepreneur, speaker, Los Angeles-transplant, and business owner Zee Rojas on the show to dissect all the avenues of starting your own b...

In this special episode, Kellie talks about one of her most requested topics—relationships. She answers your biggest questions: how she navigates dating and expectations, the standards she upheld before settling down, and of course, the fan-favorite: how she and Austin met. Originally from her previous show, MissUnderstood , this episode features Kellie’s long-term boyfriend (and now husband!), Au...

What is self-talk—and how much of it is running on autopilot in your mind every day? Are you constantly comparing or criticizing yourself? Do you have control over your thoughts, maintain a positive mindset, and approach life’s challenges and competitions with your best mental game? In this episode, I sit down with Heather Sumlin , Director of Performance Systems and master-level mental management...

I’m going to be frank: you need to stop ignoring the signs when he’s not right for you. There’s this huge misconception that dating is “super difficult” and that men are “soooo complicated.” As an experienced dater (pretending that’s a word) and former marketing lead for Bumble , I’ve learned a lot about what to do, and what not to do, when it comes to dating. In this episode, I’m sharing my best...

I know how it is: you keep telling yourself it's "impossible to have a career AND a hobby" or "I couldn't possibly balance my relationship with my passions." Well, that nonsense stops here. This episode is dissecting exactly why you can be multi-passionate + how to balance it with the rest of your life.  I've got hunter, model, Miss Ohio USA 2015, Sarah Beth Lawhorn...

We’ve all been through it: we fail, we cry, and then we figure out how to get back up again. It’s tough, it sucks, and most of the time we don’t understand why it has to be such a necessary part of the journey. Tough luck, failure is 100% necessary to fail in order to grow. We don’t hope to fail, but when we do, we learn. So… does that mean we ever really failed to begin with? In this episode, I’m...

When you assume responsibility of any position, job, role, or title you naturally have to step up to the plate and fulfill expectations -- what do you do to overcome the pressure?  Special guest Alice Magoto understands everything it means to take pressure head on while still remaining authentic: she's a former MISS OHIO USA 2019, Top 10 Finisher at Miss USA, Miss Ohio (America) 2016, signed m...

We all do it—compare. Whether it’s careers, relationships, or milestones, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind when you measure your worth against someone else’s highlight reel. But what if confidence isn’t about keeping up—it’s about showing up as you ? Originally from her previous show, MissUnderstood , Kellie opens up about how she learned to build confidence from the ground up. She oft...

Are you competing year after year and never quite winning? Feeling like you’ve hit a plateau—personally, physically, or professionally? It’s time to talk strategy. DIY methods are great—but if you want to take your performance to the next level, whether in pageants, fitness, or sports, you need professional guidance . I used to think I was disciplined enough to do it all on my own, but here’s the...

You know that tiny voice inside you that says you’re meant for more? Most of us ignore it. We tell ourselves it’s not the right time, we’re too busy, or it’s too risky. But every moment you silence that voice, you’re missing out on lessons, growth, and connections that could change your life. Originally from her previous show, MissUnderstood , Kellie shares why she’s grateful she went against the...

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! What does it feel like when the world keeps getting you wrong? Kellie talks about why being misunderstood can actually be the starting line for growth, not the finish. Originally from her previous show, MissUnderstood , Kellie opens the podcast by unpacking the meaning behind the series: why it matters to examine the ways we’re misread, and how to turn those moments into momen...