Becoming: HER with Nikki Spoelstra

Janelle Perez is a Miami born, first-generation-American, mother, wife, small business owner and a cancer survivor. After graduating from Florida International University, Janelle moved to Washington, D.C. and began her career on Capitol Hill, honing her policy analysis skills. During her time in Washington, Janelle also focused on helping those in need. She volunteered at a non-profit, where she worked with low-income immigrants by helping them to improve their basic Spanish literacy skills in their native language. While seeking her Master’s Degree from The Johns Hopkins University, Janelle worked for a non-profit where she led the educational and advocacy activities to support federal funding for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria. At the age of 28, Janelle was diagnosed with Stage IV Follicular Lymphoma, an aggressive, incurable cancer. Following her diagnosis, Janelle moved to Miami in order to prioritize her health and to start a family with her (now) wife, Monica. Today, she is one of the owners of Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc., a Hispanic-owned and family-owned Medicare company in Miami-Dade County. It is one of Florida’s fastest growing Medicare companies, providing affordable, high-quality medical services to Medicare beneficiaries in the county. Janelle is running for State Senate to fight for opportunities for every family and child. Her personal experience battling illness and professional experience as an advocate and business owner has deepened her commitment to ensuring every Floridian has access to affordable, high-quality healthcare.In this episode of The Know with Nikki Spo, Nikki and Janelle discuss numerous topics including Janelle’s experiences as a first-generation American, her experiences watching her father achieve "the American Dream” and her experiences as gay woman living "in the closet" for 10 years. Janelle also speaks openly about her devastating cancer diagnosis, her decision to come out to her family on the day of her diagnosis, her advocacy work, her business experience, her journey to motherhood, her senate race and so much more! Janelle’s passion, determination and positivity are incredibly inspiring. Although much of this subject matter is serious, Janelle and Nikki do a beautiful job of keeping the conversation light and relatable. Janelle is a true example of someone who has leaned into her own inner knowing. Listen!!In this episode:· The self-honesty associated with understanding your sexual preference· The importance of feeling supported by friends and family upon coming out· The transition from a humble beginning to achieving “The American Dream"· What it means to leave a legacy· The beauty and setbacks of tradition· Trusting your intuition and advocating for your health· The negative effects of keeping secrets· Facing mortality at a young age· A journey to creating a family in a same sex marriage· Having honest conversations with children about the different ways in which children can come into the world· What bravery can meanConnect with Janelle:Web: www.janelleperez.comIG: @janelleperezforfloridaConnect with Nikki:Web: www.nikkispo.comIG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor information on collaborations/sponsorships, please contact [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome! You guys, this episode is #sponsored by Life Time! My whole family and I are now members! This amazing health club has come to Miami and it is THE BEST athletic resort to come to town. Check out www.lifetime.life for rates and to schedule a walk through of a destination near you.Kenya Raymer is a channel, a spirit guide, a bridge, and an activator. She came into this world to raise vibrations, lead herself and others in their return to heartspace, and to serve as a channel who assists in the merging and healing of the Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine. Kenya uses her unique combination of birthright abilities, spiritual gifts, personal characteristics, skills acquired, and education to guide those seeking support on their spiritual journey. She has a bachelors degree in social work from the University of Tennessee and a masters in social work from the University of Chicago. She is a wife, a mother, and a soul sister.In this unique episode of The Know with Nikki Spo, Nikki and Kenya discuss Kenya’s journey to self discovery and the steps that led her to empower herself and follow her inner knowing. Kenya talks about her spiritual calling to do yoga teacher training in Costa Rica without her family and the importance of choosing ourselves. Kenya also touches on the fear that can come up once our intuition kicks in and how revolutionary it can be to take action even when fear is present. Nikki shares her admiration for Kenya and her ability to follow her intuition. The ladies talk about Kenya’s IG handle @HalfieTruths and how it has become a platform for so many different, open and honest conversations ranging from being racially mixed, living in different places, spiritually growing up, miscarriage, becoming a mother and so much more. Kenya and Nikki discuss a myriad of powerful topics with a sense of light and love. Listen!!Topics discussed in this episode:Prioritizing yourselfAnswering "the call"Being multifacetedFinding your inner knowingFear and intuitionTrusting yourself and taking actionWhat defines our identitiesConnect with Kenya:Website: www.calendly.com/kenyaraymerIG: @halfietruthsConnect with Nikki:Website: www.nikkispo.comIG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor information about collaborations/sponsorships, please email [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Know, Nikki hosts Samantha “Sammy” Handler, who is the founder, CEO and artist at KicksBySammy, a company she created at only 18 years old! After receiving attention from hand-painted Keds Sneakers that she customized, Sammy soon discovered a new medium for her artistic talent and an eager consumer. Nikki and Sammy discuss Sammy’s journey as a young woman with a hobby and how she was able to turn that hobby into a full-blown business. Sammy shares with Nikki how KicksBySammy began, how she was able to grow it and how she has been able to pivot to create a thriving corporation that collaborates with well known artists and businesses. Sammy also shares practical advice on creating, building and maintaining a new business as well as the importance of a social media presence and of having mentors. Sammy’s episode is chock-full of business tips and strategies. Sammy is an inspiring woman who is paving her own space. She is a great example of following your passions and working hard to parlay that into a functional, sustainable company.Topics covered in this episode:Using your gift to make other people feel specialIdentifying who your customer is and giving them what they wantScaling a businessAge-shameUtilizing social mediaMaintaining brand authenticityPartnerships and collaborationsConnect with Sammy:Website: www.kicksbysammy.comIG: @kicksbysammyConnect with Nikki:Website: www.nikkispo.comIG: @theknowwithnikkispo / @nikkisappspoFor information about collaborations/sponsorships, please contact [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Candice Craig is an American dancer, singer, songwriter, model, actress, content creator, producer and business owner! WHEW!She has danced on world tours, in videos, and on television for acts such as Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Diddy, Ciara, Pharrell Williams, Pitbull, Marc Anthony and more. Born out of the need to travel, dance, work and live in an outfit and the lack of comfortable and attractive options, Candice founded VVIVIIVIII Count Me In Activewear and then VV-Eyes-Lash. After being diagnosed with Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome in 2019, Candice made the mini series “Living with P.C.O.S.” where she shares her journey and experience living with this diagnosis. Candice lives in Los Angeles with her fiancé Omar.In this episode, Nikki and Candice cover a whole range of topics. The ladies discuss Candice’s illustrious dance career, her video production career, and her music career. Additionally, Candice shares how her day-to-day schedule of travel, rehearsal and ‘look your best’ gave birth to her successful activewear line VVIVIIVIII Count Me In as well as her eyelash line. Lastly, Candice candidly shares the painful experience of living with undiagnosed P.C.OS. and how her diagnosis helped her to reclaim her life and body.Connect with Candice:Web: www.shop.countmein5678.comIG: @candiceConnect with Nikki:Web: www.nikkispo.comIG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor information about collaborations/sponsorships, please contact [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gale Nelson is the President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami. His professional career includes over 20 years of non-profit management and leadership experience. Since joining the BBBS team in July 2006, Gale has played a significant role in the growth and development of the agency’s mentoring and fund development programs. Prior to joining Big Brothers Big Sisters, Gale served as Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer at a moderate risk residential school for court adjudicated boys for twelve years. Gale is a highly effective public speaker and the consummate strategist. His faith and his family continue to keep him grounded in helping youth and families.In this motivational episode of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami’s Game of Life Podcast, Gale and Nikki cover a myriad of topics including mentorship and the impact that a strong mentor can provide to a young person and/or child. Nikki shares her early life experience being taught and guided by an incredible educator, her adult experience being an educator and so much more. As The Know audience has come to expect, Nikki’s authenticity and vulnerability shine through. In this “Metamorphosis” episode, Nikki opens up about her journey of transformation and the ups and downs that have landed her where she is today. The result is a magical episode that should not be missed!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lindsey Kaszuba is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who specializes in helping women to make small changes to their daily routines to create big impact on their overall health. Lindsey is a mom, wife, entrepreneur, Certified Integrative Health Coach, Founder of Lindsey Kaszuba Health and Creator of The Small Changes Big Impact Method. Lindsey’s journey as an Integrative Health Coach was born out of the desire to increase her personal nutritional education and a curiosity around food. While learning about nutrition, Lindsey quickly made the connection between food and lifestyle. Integrative Health Coaching marries nutrition and life coaching. The Small Changes Big Impact Method was developed from Lindsey’s deep understanding that huge lifestyle and food changes are generally not sustainable and that in order to really create change one must start small.In this episode, Nikki and Lindsey discuss what Integrative Nutrition is, the relationship between food and emotion, and the negative impacts of creating food goals that are too large. Lindsey discusses bio-individuality and how every body is different and has different needs and shuts down the concept of a one size fits all approach to nutrition. Lindsey and Nikki discuss the idea of this marriage between life and food and how healing must come from the inside as food is only the beginning of the conversation. They continue to discuss fast food, sugar and caffeine with Nikki sharing her love for all three. Lindsey challenges her clients (and Nikki!) to begin to observe the way that they feel after ingesting items that they consider “bad” instead of making declarations about restricting them. Lindsey shares the concept of primary and secondary foods and brings attention to all that we consume in addition to the food that enters our bodies and how this “secondary food” really affects us. Lindsey puts the kibosh on the notion that there is a “secret” to diet and nutrition and reminds us that if we take the time to listen, that our bodies will provide the answers.More topics covered in this episode:Following your passion with or without fearThe marriage between lifestyle and nutritionThe importance of acknowledging ones' accomplishmentsReleasing shame around food and food choicesConscious eatingSupporting our children to eat consciouslyThe concept of eating without guilt and how it is possible!Connect with Lindsey:Web: www.lindseykaszubahealth.comIG: @lindseykaszubahealthConnect with Nikki:Web: www.nikkispo.comIG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor more information on collaborations and/or sponsorship opportunities, please email [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michelle Valiukenas is the proud mom of her angel Sweet Pea, who she lost due to miscarriage, her angel daughter Colette Louise who she lost at nine days old, and her only living child, her rainbow baby, Elliott Miguel. Inspired by her journey with Colette, Michelle and her husband founded The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, whose mission is to improve outcomes of pregnancy, childbirth, prematurity, and infancy, as well as aid in the grieving process through financial assistance, education, and advocacy. Their flagship program financially assists families dealing with high-risk and complicated pregnancies, NICU stays, and loss. The organization’s ability to help families relies on donations and grants and they are grateful if you are able to donate. Michelle also participates and advocates on issues of maternal health, maternal mortality, infant health and safety, and pregnancy complications. Michelle lives in Glenview, Illinois with her son Elliott, husband Mark, and dog Nemo. October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month. October 15th is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. In this touching episode, Michelle shares her story of losing her daughter Colette Louise at nine days old. Michelle and Nikki discuss Michelle’s journey with infertility, miscarriage and ultimately Michelle’s journey of having and losing a baby in the NICU. The ladies discuss Michelle’s experience having a baby prematurely, being thrust into a NICU, what that experience is in itself. Michelle very vulnerably speaks about life after the loss of an infant as well as pregnancy and parenting after a traumatic loss. The ladies touch on how friends and family can best support their loved ones through loss and how Michelle and her husband found hope and life after loss. Michelle’s hopes are that we break the stigma of talking about loss and that no one suffer the loss and grief of a baby alone. More topics covered in this episode: How common miscarriage and loss are The importance of sharing your story The support that men receive after the loss of a baby Ways to help friends and family through the grieving process Connect with Michelle: Web: www.colettelouise.com Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorships/collaborations, please contact [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s Sober October and this episode is sponsored by NOPE Alt-Cocktails! NOPE is shamelessly challenging the way you chill. Complex fruit and herbal flavors are integrated to elevate the booze-free beverage experience. This is a PREMIUM non-alcoholic cocktail alternative. ORDER NOW and use our code THEKNOWPE For 10% off of your first order at www.drinknope.com. Episode 14: Lisa Joseph Metelus is a Sports Executive at Creative Artists Agency. She is co-head of basketball marketing and servicing for CAA Sports, overseeing the off-the-court efforts of more than four dozen emerging and NBA All-Star players. Lisa works with the athletes she represents to create opportunities in endorsements, speaking engagements, philanthropy, digital content, publishing and more. Her clients include Dwyane Wade, Zion Williamson, and Jaren Jackson Jr. to name a few. Lisa also sits on the CAA Executive Board. In addition to her enormous career, Lisa is a wife and a mother to two small children. In this episode of The Know, Nikki and Lisa discuss Lisa’s illustrious career. Lisa and Nikki recount the early days of Lisa’s professional life, starting out as an intern for the Miami Heat, working alongside Alonzo Mourning as Director of Development for Alonzo Mourning Charities and eventually growing into the executive she is today. Lisa opens up to Nikki about meeting her husband Bobby after already having established her career. Lisa shares her experience of meeting her husband and having her children when she was already in a place of confidence and security as a successful woman. Lisa shares her thoughts on balance and on how she continued to build on her career while remaining unapologetic about her role as a mother and a woman. Lisa and Nikki also touch on the historic time after the murder of George Floyd and how it opened up so many dialogues and opportunities for social change. Lisa energetically shares her love of her family, her love of her career and how the two can coexist! Connect with Lisa: IG: @lisjoseph Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorship/collaboration opportunities, please email [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meaghan B Murphy is the author of Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with YAY published by Penguin Random House, Editor-in-Chief of Woman’s Day, co-host of Off the Gram Podcast on Dr. Oz’s OzTube network, an on-air personality, a life-hacker, a certified trainer, a lifestyle and health expert, a mother and a wife. In her new role as Editor-in-Chief of Woman’s Day, Meaghan was charged with re-energizing the brand across print and digital. This follows a 6-year stint as executive editor at Good Housekeeping where Meaghan helped reinvigorate the 130-year old mega brand. A media veteran, Meaghan began her magazine career at YM as an intern after her college scholarship-winning essay on overcoming adversity garnered the attention of editors. Soon after, the prolific go-getter wrote her way to a contributing editor position. She became one of the founding editors of Teen People while still finishing her dual degree in English and acting at Rutgers University, then went on to write for and edit various websites, was an on-air lifestyle correspondent for MTV and worked on the Victoria’s Secret creative team that launched the PINK line. She dove back into magazines with a short stint at Lifetime before jumping to Cosmopolitan as a senior editor covering sex, relationships, health and wellness. Meaghan’s passion for fitness brought her to SELF in 2005, her home for nine years, first as fitness director then deputy editor. There she produced the magazine’s uber-popular Self Challenge program and appeared in fitness videos with stars such as Jillian Michaels.In this rich and meaty episode, Nikki and Meaghan discuss Meaghan’s journey of making her “mess” into her “message”. Following a devastating personal tragedy, Meaghan used her writing as a tool to not only survive but to thrive. Nikki shares some of the key points from Meaghan’s book Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with YAY and asks Meaghan to touch on them. Nikki and Meaghan weigh in on the importance of vulnerability and connection and how they are integral in getting through challenging times. Meaghan discusses “toxic positivity” and the notion of “good vibes mostly”. In this episode, Meaghan shares some amazing real life strategies and touches on how we can all live our most fully charged lives!More topics covered in this episode:The concept of “if it’s mentionable it’s manageable”Emotional bypassingDopamine dressingRemembering the big pictureHaving a purposeHopeLiving honestlyPatienceReframingConnect with Meaghan:Web: www.meaghanbmurphy.comIG: @meaghanbmurphy / @offthegrampodcastConnect with Nikki:Web: www.nikkispo.comIG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor information on sponsorships and/or collaborations, please contact [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jacquelin Napal is an established entrepreneur in the Contemporary Art Industry. Jacquelin managed her first gallery at the mere age of 24! While in this role, Jacquelin quickly noticed a gap in the art industry for female entrepreneurship. By the age of 30, Jacquelin and her close friend and business partner Kat Emery opened the gallery Art Angels in Los Angeles. Art Angels Gallery is a vibrant and welcoming space for artists, collectors, and admirers of art. Art Angels currently represents over 50 artists. Jacquelin’s focus is on managing the creative aspects of the gallery which includes art curation for real estate developers looking to elevate their spec properties, interior designers, celebrities and every-day lovers of art. Jacquelin continues to enjoy working with artists to encourage their talents, creative journeys and personal stories so that they can continue to connect better with their audiences. Jacquelin is a proud mother, female business founder, and a creative powerhouse. As a female founder in a male dominated industry, Jacquelin recognizes the importance of showing duality between strength and grace. When she is not in her gallery space, Jacquelin is passionate about all forms of wellness ranging from the physical to the spiritual and emotional.In this fun episode of The Know with Nikki Spo, Nikki and Jacquelin discuss the art world, being a female leader, taking chances and so much more. As Jacquelin was Nikki’s first professional mentor, this episode is largely focused on females in business and in particular, the art industry, as well as the importance of women supporting and uplifting other women. They discuss pivoting from a difficult work environment and how working within your passion can create real daily joy. Nikki and Jacquelin also speak about their experiences being married to powerful husbands and how they have both paved their own identities and careers. Jacquelin discusses how her journey to owning a successful gallery began, how important partnerships in business can be, how she balances motherhood and work-life and so much more.Connect with Jacquelin:Web: www.artangels.netInstagram: @art_angelsConnect with Nikki:Web: www.nikkispo.comInstagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor more information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Josephine Atluri is a mindfulness and meditation coach, an author, a podcast host and a mother of seven! As an expert in mindfulness and meditation, Josephine has helped thousands of people overcome adversity and find joy. Josephine couples her business background with her meditation training to teach corporate mindfulness sessions. Additionally, Josephine’s experience creating her modern-day family of seven children via In Vitro fertilization, international adoption and surrogacy inspires her work as a highly sought-after fertility and parenting mindfulness coach. Josephine’s new book, “Mindfulness Journal for Parents,” and its' online companion course aim to help parents and caregivers transform and enrich their parent-child relationship. Josephine hosts a popular podcast, “Responding to Life: Talking Health, Fertility, & Parenthood,” and interviews guests on their inspiring responses to life’s challenges. Josephine's infertility and parenting mindfulness expertise has been featured in multiple publications including MindBodyGreen, The Bump, and Woman’s Day. In this episode, Josephine and Nikki discuss the many benefits of bringing mediation and mindfulness into your every day life and more specifically the many benefits of adding these practices into ones' parenting. Josephine courageously discusses her complex journey to motherhood and how she and her husband utilized multiple methods to create their beautiful family. Nikki and Josephine discuss Josephine’s amazing new book and in particular how it can be a really useful tool to any busy parent. Josephine speaks to Nikki about how her book can be used at random and can be used in any order - which Nikki puts to the test! Josephine offers some really great practical advice on parenting in a mindful way and how breathing techniques and pausing can be used in the midst of havoc. Josephine’s message is one of positivity and light. In her words, “despite living in a world of chaos, presence and peace is within our reach”. More topics covered in this episode: What mindfulness is and the different ways to integrate it into your daily life How to begin a mediation practice The fear surrounding mediation and why some of us are resident to it Fertility challenges IVF Adoption Surrogacy Techniques to stay calm amidst life’s challenging moments Mindfulness strategies to incorporate into daily parenting Connect with Josephine: Web: www.jatluri.com Instagram: @josephineratluri @respondingtolifepodcast YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3kIxDHQ Responding to Life Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/2W6YlQ1 Responding to Life Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3wX3MOe Mindfulness Journal for Parents Book & Online Course: www.mindfulparentclass.com Discount For Parenting Podcasts: PODCAST25 Enter the code for 25% off the online mindfulness for parents coure with or without the book at www.mindfulparentclass.com Discount for Fertility Podcasts: PODCAST25 Enter the code for 35% off the online fertility mindfulness course. https://josephine-atluri-meditation.mykajabi.com/pl/2147485847 Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For more information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this inspiring 10th episode of the Know, Nikki sits down with soul-sister, Sloane Spanierman. Sloane is a woman, a mother, the Director of Business Development for Crisis Case Management, Brand Manager to Nikki Spoelstra and The Know with Nikki Spo, a spiritual life coach, a registered yoga teacher, a sponsor, a friend, and a partner to many. And notably, Sloane was the first person Nikki called when she decided she wanted to raise her vibration and live alcohol free. Sloane continues to walk Nikki, and countless others, through their journeys as sober women.Together, Sloane and Nikki courageously open up about their sobriety, what led to this choice, and the power of shared experience. Sloane gets vulnerable about spirituality, her perinatal loss journey, and the power of service in her life. With 14+ years of continuous sobriety, Sloane has sponsored over 30 women and coached countless others. She is a beacon of light and hope to all who know her. Sloane's message is one of resilience, not giving up, and remaining teachable and reachable in life.More topics covered in this episode:AddictionHitting your version of “bottom” and what that feels likeLiving life abstinent from substancesA new definition of joy and funThe power of sharingHow using your “inner knowing” can lead you towards your true life pathThe stigma surrounding alcoholism and how celebrity culture is helping to reduce the stigmaSoul sisterhoodConnect with Sloane:Email: [email protected] / [email protected] with Nikki:Web: www.nikkispo.comInstagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor more information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stephanie Shepherd is an entrepreneur, environmental advocate, and tastemaker who educates her dedicated fanbase on how to blend luxury lifestyle and conscious consumerism. Formerly the Chief Operating Officer of Kardashian West Brands, Steph has since established her own platform and partnered with several prominent lifestyle brands including American Express and Google. Most recently, Steph has lent her expertise to Elle Magazine as a monthly contributor and is the host and an executive producer on Facebook’s “StephShepSays”. In 2019, Steph co-founded the climate education platform @FutureEarth. She is an active Board Member for Former Vice President Al Gore’s The Climate Reality Project, a strategic advisor for Khana, and has recently joined former Secretary of State John Kerry’s new climate initiative called “World War Zero”. In this 9th episode of The Know, Steph and Nikki cover a whole host of topics. This unique episode is light-hearted, inspiring, and moving. Topics range from Steph’s early career as a dancer, how she moved into other careers, and how saying yes, being self-competitive, and staying humble and right-sized has pivoted her into numerous unforeseeable career and life paths. Steph and Nikki also discuss the fact that most young people do not actually know what they want to do when they grow up, how hard work and a positive attitude can take you anywhere, following your intuition, the climate crises, racial and social injustice and how they are directly impacted by the climate crises, and so much more! More topics covered in this episode: Working for strong, powerful females and how empowering that can be The beauty of not comparing yourself to others and the challenge presented by social media Starting your career with no “agenda” Working hard while cultivating relationships and how that can open up the world It is ok to not have a specific path Learning to trust yourself more and how to follow your “know” through trial and error Growing up non-caucasian in America Connect with Steph: Instagram: @steph_shep / @futureearth Connect with Nikki: Instagram: @NikkiSappSpo / @TheKnowWithNikkiSpo Website: www.nikkispo.com For information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kimmie Sussman is a powerhouse fashion stylist who currently splits her time between Miami, New York and London. Kimmie discovered her love of fashion and style at the tender age of five hanging out in her parents' clothing boutique in New York. Kimmie has worked in various roles in the fashion industry for over twelve years, working in management, sales, buying, merchandising and most famously as a world renowned stylist. Her impressive portfolio ranges from music videos, television, celebrity styling, advertisements, editorials, runway shows, to everyday wardrobe styling and live appearances. Her client list currently includes Timbaland, Camilla Belle, Mariah Carey, Giuliana & Bill Rancic, MTV, Universal Records, People Style Watch, Ocean Drive, Cotton Incorporated and a whole host of others celebrities, companies and individuals.Kimmie’s style is fun and unique and she draws on her travels, her time spent in retail as well as her natural eye for detail, individuality, and fun. Kimmie’s focus with her clients is to bring how they feel on the inside to their outward aesthetic. She views her work as extremely rewarding when she can help to make someone feel confident and to reclaim their voice. Kimmie is known for her dynamic spirit, intoxicating personality and dedicated work ethic. Her clients view her as a personal cheerleader and love the excitement and laughter that Kimmie brings to every day life through styling. Kimmie is a wife, a mother, and a friend to many.In this fun and upbeat episode, Kimmie discusses how her illustrious career as a world renowned fashion stylist began, how she paved her own way by saying “yes" and how she uses style and fashion to help her clients find or re-find their own inner voice. Kimmie talks about personal style, and how one can use their individual style to elevate how they feel. As Kimmie says, “it’s not superficial if it makes you feel well and if it makes you feel good." Kimmie and Nikki discuss the idea of “fake it till you make it” with confidence and how confidence can be your best accessory. Kimmie does not “want to live in a world where everyone looks the same." As can be seen from her eclectic client roster Kimmie is able to meet her clients where they are and to bring a level of uniqueness to each person she styles. Kimmie also shares her personal style pieces and more!More topics covered in this episode:Staying humble and working hardRedefining your styleDoing what you loveFun style pickConnect with Kimmie:Web: www.kimberlysussman.netInstagram: @kimmiesussmanEmail: [email protected] with Nikki:Web: www.nikkispo.comInstagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispoFor information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email [email protected] Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Andrea Loeb is a licensed psychologist and co-owner of South Miami Psychology Group in Miami, Florida. Dr. Loeb has been a practicing psychologist for over 20 years. Her vast array of specialties includes child sexual abuse and physical abuse, child trauma, teen sexual abuse and trauma, teen relationship issues, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, depression and virtual reality therapy. In her practice, Dr. Loeb uses multiple therapeutic modalities including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Progressive Counting, and Virtual Reality Therapy. She has many credentials and accreditations and works with various non-profits including serving as Clinical Director of Kristi House in Miami, Florida. Dr. Loeb is incredibly skilled and passionate about the work that she does. Dr. Loeb respectfully brings a level of humanity and levity to some very dark and serious subject matter. Dr. Loeb believes that through therapy work that people can “realize that, despite what has happened in your life, you can create a future you’re proud of – one where you thrive and live up to your potential”. In this episode, Dr. Loeb touches on many important topics including trauma, what it is and what it is not, how to identify trauma, the “levels” of trauma, the very real notion of “vicarious trauma” and most importantly that one can absolutely heal from trauma. Dr. Loeb talks about how she entered this professional space and provides some amazing techniques for our listeners to use in moments of anxiety or distress. Although the subject matter is heavy, Dr. Loeb has an amazing way of keeping the conversation positive while honoring the process of healing. More topics covered in this episode: What trauma looks like What “vicarious trauma” is and how friends and family or even bystanders can be very affected by other peoples’ trauma The emotional and psychological reasons that one may feel that they need to avoid a difficult global or community event How important it is for trauma victims to feel heard Why therapy for trauma and sexual abuse works Tools for healing Counting and sensory techniques to combat anxiety How to leave emotionally challenging work at work How the stigma of going to therapy has been reduced by the pandemic That therapy is not just for people who have had major traumatic life events and can greatly benefit people looking for additional coping strategies and people wanting to be their best selves. Connect with Dr. Loeb: Web: www.southmiamipsychologygroup.com Instagram: @southmiamipsychology Email: [email protected] Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jaycee Gossett Kallen is a founding teacher and VP of Experience at The Class, a cathartic workout experience that guides students to strengthen the body and notice the mind in order to restore balance. In addition to being the director of teacher development, Jaycee is an active teacher and her classes create space to discover strengths, explore freedom, and reconnect to truth. She brings her love of music and dance to The Class and encourages her students to move, feel, and live with full expression. Her Classes are challenging, soulful, liberating, and welcoming. Before joining The Class, Jaycee traveled around the world doing competitive dance and working in television and film where she hosted and produced series on The Travel Channel, Z Living TV, and Amazon Prime. In this episode, Jaycee covers what The Class is and its role in her personal journey, how The Class came to be, and why it is an incredible resource for healing. Jaycee shows us how to become, how to unbecome, how to unravel, and how to put it all back together. We are endlessly collecting data about ourselves. Jaycee shows us what to do with it. More topics covered in this episode: Restoring balance through movement, breathwork, and vocal release What it takes to move through challenge and resistance Redirecting shame and emotional build-up Breaking unhealthy concepts of how and when it is acceptable to use your voice Finding yourself despite chaotic circumstances Awareness around co-dependency Building a sense of self Helping others return to self through her teaching The power of connection and community Using your gift as an act of service Navigating disappointment Favorite quotes: “Our gifts are for us, but they are also for everyone.” -JGK “Maybe it doesn’t mean anything. Maybe it just IS.” -JGK “How are we constantly gathering metrics on ourselves? How do we make that self-data work for us?” – NS “Do your own work on yourself, with yourself, for yourself. To be a better person, spirit, and energy for the world.” -JGK “We can wake up tomorrow and course correct.” -JGK Connect with Jaycee: Instagram: @jayceegossett / @theclass Web: www.jayceegossett.com / www.theclass.com Podcast: The Class Podcast available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts Connect with Nikki Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Web: www.nikkispo.com For information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 5: How to Succeed with Tina van der Ven Tina van der Ven is a Public Relations and Marketing Superstar, a mother, a mentor and a wife who lives and works in Miami, Florida. Formerly of Greenberg Trauig, Ernst & Young & Enzyme, Inc., Tina is currently enjoying her roles as Chief Strategy Officer of NewStar Media, Founder of VDV Consulting, and PR and Marketing consultant to several diverse companies across the country. In this inspiring episode, Tina discusses her experience moving from Iran to America in the late seventies, watching her parents rebuild their lives in America starting from the ground up and using good old fashioned sweat equity to build success. She passionately discusses how these experiences shaped her work ethic and her entire life. Tina also discusses how taking time away from her career to focus on her family was an important experience for her and why it has been equally important for her to re-enter the workforce. Other topics covered in this episode are women supporting other women, what that really means and how women can better support one another, the importance of giving back to ones’ community, and the responsibility parents have to pass this important message along to their children. Tina reminds us that, “We ALL have a story. And stories are powerful.” In addition, we cover: · How to build success · Growing from our mistakes · Understanding who you are · How expectations can shape us in both positive and negative ways · Overcoming “mommy guilt” · The importance of mentorship Favorite Quotes: “Success comes with sweat equity.” “The people who win are the people who are consistently hungry.” “I don’t want my children to think they have to be perfect.” “Sometimes we get caught up in who we SHOULD be instead of who we WANT to be.” “It is our civic duty to roll up our sleeves and give back.” Episode Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Sana Skin Studio. To access $25 off of your first facial at Sana Skin Studio, use promo code: THEKNOWGLOW when booking via https://sanaskinstudio.com/home Connect with Tina Instagram: @newstarmediallc Web: www.newstarmedia.com Connect with Nikki Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Web: www.nikkispo.com Email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cheryl Lau Gonzalez is a mother of two, a wife, and an entrepreneur and small business owner living in Miami, Florida. Cheryl is the co-founder and co-owner of State of Kid in the Miami Design District which offers a curated array of classes for expecting parents, babies, and kids up to age 8. In this episode of The Know, Cheryl highlights her personal journey and the importance of using her life experiences as tools to reach her professional goals. Cheryl discusses how State of Kid, which opened right before the pandemic, not only survived but thrived during Covid-19, and the peaks and valleys of navigating such an unprecedented time. Cheryl explains how she and her business partner were able to pivot while remaining true to their intentions and were able to think outside of the box and ultimately create a safe space for families. She also provides valuable insight on finding your business’s guiding light. We discuss our personal choices to create happiness wherever we are, which for Cheryl, ultimately led to helping parents, whatever state they’re in. This episode highlights: · The uncertainty of starting a business right before a global pandemic · Pivoting to thrive during unprecedented times · The importance of having a mom network and sense of community in parenthood · The importance of understanding what drives your business and finding your business’s guiding light · Transitioning from corporate professionals to becoming entrepreneurs · The “expat curve” and moving to another country · Dealing with loneliness and depression · The hesitation to look inward · Breaking the unhealthy mindset of tying success at work to personal worth Favorite quotes: “You can find happiness anywhere. We are so adaptable and so resilient. Step into experiences fully and embrace it even if it’s uncomfortable.” “I can build a happy life anywhere.” “Things aren’t going to just happen for me… I have to take the bull by the horns.” “Don’t wait to look inwards. There’s never going to be a good time to look inwards and evaluate. It may be uncomfortable; it may be hard. It’s going to take time. Waiting to do that will only postpone pursuing what you want to do.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Monica Mendes is an artist and a mother of three adult children who lives in Miami, Florida. Monica has been an instrumental figure in my personal growth. Though we are years apart in age, we have faced very similar obstacles throughout our lives. I have always looked to Monica for guidance and encouragement, and I have been inspired by her tenacity. Monica has shown me what it looks like to step into your personal knowing in order to fulfill your dreams. While following her husband around the globe and raising their three children, Monica was unable to develop her own sense of identity. It wasn’t until her late 50s that Monica endeavored to pursue a Fine Art program at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. Three years later, she opened her own art studio. What started out as an adventure in self-discovery, ended up in her having exhibitions in Japan, France, Italy, Brazil, the UK, and the US. Monica shows women everywhere that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. In this episode, we speak about: How and when Monica discovered her passion for art How motherhood and having a dynamic spouse did not allow her the space to be self-reflective Monica’s life changing decision to move away from her family to pursue a career in art How she’d been trying to fill the void (of love) in her life and the wake-up call that made her start practicing self-love What it is like to be an artist and the challenges she faces in a male dominated field How she creates awareness through the content she presents Her Out of The Box Project Using art to connect during the pandemic Monica’s journey has brought me so much hope. She has encouraged me to relentlessly do the inner work and invest in myself and my passions. Favorite quote: “Let the world be the one to say no to you; don’t be the one to say no to yourself.” Monica Mendes Connect with Monica: Instagram: @monicamendesartista Website: www.monicamendesart.com Connect with Nikki: Instagram: @NikkiSappSpo / @TheKnowWithNikkiSpo Website: www.nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Evelyn Mendal is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor whose practice is devoted to arming parents with the tools to parent confidently and to raise resilient children. After years of struggling to see desired results when it came to helping kids, Evelyn shifted her focus to coaching parents to younger children. When parents apply Evelyn’s methods, the transformation to the family unit are impressive and, in most scenarios, children do not need to be individually treated. Parenting is not easy. There is no manual, and we are all doing our best to create safe and nurturing environments for our children while working out some of the programming that we ourselves learned as children. When it comes to parenting, Evelyn provides a wealth of knowledge and tools for the parent who is willing to look inwards. Outside of her work as a therapist and coach, Evelyn is a mother of one who has and continues to struggle with infertility. In this episode, Evelyn courageously discusses her journey to motherhood and gives valuable advice to women and families who are trying to conceive. In this episode, we speak about: · The brain development and subconscious development of small children and how that can impact their adult lives · Children’s emotional and intellectual stages and growth · The impact that caregivers and involved adults can have in children’s lives · Conscious parenting · The importance of setting boundaries with children and how to set them effectively · What to do when we make (the inevitable) mistakes in parenthood · The silent battle of infertility and trying to conceive with difficulty · How to get support when trying to conceive Favorite Quotes: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou “Anything that is mentionable, is manageable.” -Mr. Rogers Connect with Evelyn: Instagram: @hatchandbloomco Web: www.hatchandbloom.co Email: [email protected] Connect with Nikki: Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Web: www.nikkispo.com Email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Childhood trauma can shape us in so many ways. In this episode, you will hear how Lauren Book used her trauma as inspiration to become a voice for those without one. Here, Lauren and I have an in-depth conversation about work, motherhood, and the very sensitive topic of childhood sexual abuse. Lauren is living in her "Know" and is using her life experiences to make positive change.Lauren Book, M.S. Ed, is an internationally respected and renowned child advocate, former classroom teacher, best-selling author, and Florida State Senator. She is also one of 42 million survivors of child sexual abuse living in the U.S. today.Listen in as Lauren tells us how her childhood trauma drove her to take the political path.In a nutshell, we speak about:• How being a mother presents adversity in the political space for Lauren• Postpartum Depression• What inspired Lauren to run for senate• How Lauren’s childhood experiences affected her motherhood journey• Finding the balance between living in fear and living in awareness• Lauren’s advice to those that are looking for hope and daring to stand in their powerFavorite Quotes from the Episode:“Society wants us to mother like we don’t have a job, and job like we don’t mother.”“When you go through life where at any point in time your power has been taken, you will do anything to make that not a piece of your reality going forward.”- Lauren BookEpisode Sponsor:This episode is sponsored by Sana Skin Studio. To access $25 off of your first facial at Sana Skin Studio, Use promo code: THEKNOWGLOW when booking via https://sanaskinstudio.com/homeConnect with Lauren:Twitter: @LaurensKidsFacebook: @laurenskidsWebsite: www.laurenskids.orgConnect with Nikki:Instagram: @NikkiSappSpoWebsite: www.nikkispo.com--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.