F*ck Confidence: The Empowerment Studio Podcast

Y'all, this interview was fascinating. I (Kinzie, they/she) got the chance to talk to Nettie Zan (they/them), who is a brand new friend of mine here in Kansas City. We did a deep dive into community, ritual, and gender. We also explored Nettie’s upcoming Non-Binary Zine Distro Project—a creative and educational initiative designed to foster understanding and connection beyond the gender binary. Th...

In this episode, Kinzie Elizabeth (they/she) reflects on the first round of the Empowerment Experience, a six-month program combining boudoir photo shoots and community support to help clients embrace their confidence and take up space. Kinzie shares how the program evolved from a concept into a life-changing experience, with activities like vision boards, dessert nights, and paint-alongs helping...

Join Kinzie Elizabeth in a solo episode where they share exciting updates about the Empowerment Studio’s pop-up Facebook group and upcoming events! The group opens on November 5th (that's TODAY if you're listening on the day this episode is released!), just in time for a day when community matters most. This episode dives into how this pop-up community makes it a safe, uplifting space to exist in...

In this episode, Kinzie Elizabeth (they/she), Rachael Cady (she/her), and Audy Avery (they/them) dive into their journeys of exploring and embracing gender identity. We hope it feels like you're just sitting around on a porch with us as we chat and explore these topics together. Audy also reflects on how the Empowerment Studio has been a space to explore who they truly are after growing up in a ri...

In this episode of Taking Up Space, Kinzie (they/she) and Rachael (she/her) are back to talk about the real magic that happens during a boudoir session. They break down what it’s actually like to be in front of the camera—what you’ll feel, how they help you get comfortable, and how fun (yes, fun!) it can be.  Then, we dive into that unforgettable moment when you see your photos for the first...

In this episode, Kinzie (they/she) and Rachael (she/her) dive into Kinzie's journey from thinking they’d be a family photographer to discovering their true passion in boudoir photography, helping people feel seen and empowered. Kinzie also shares how they learned the craft and what drew them into the boudoir space in the first place. Rachael shares her personal experiences as a client in the Empow...

Join Kinzie and Rachael for a winding journey about self-discovery and empowerment (inspired by a somewhat bold question from Kinzie's dad) . We invite listeners (that's you!) to reflect on their intentions and the magic that can unfold when we align ourselves with the universe. Here are some bullet points about this episode for ya: Kinzie tells the story of how they manifested the building in Kan...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our podcast: Taking Up Space with the Empowerment Studio! Join Kinzie Elizabeth (they/them) and Rachael Cady (she/her) as they introduce you to a space where real conversations take center stage. Broadcasting from the Empowerment Studio, a boudoir photography studio in Kansas City, MO, this episode sets the tone for what you can expect in future conversations.&n...