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This week on Real Pod, Vic sits down with none other than iconic Love Islander Paige Thorne! Paige was a contestant on the latest season of Love Island UK, making it all the way from Day 1 to Day 56. This Welsh beauty wowed everyone with not only her killer one-liners, but her kindness and generosity as well - I mean she’s a flipping paramedic for crying out loud! Paige and Vic dive into what filming Love Island was actually like - why did she apply? How did she deal with bad body image days? How are she and Adam handling long distance? Most importantly, Paige imparts real wisdom on how she stands up for what she deserves and why she lives by the mantra “everything happens for a reason”. You won’t want to miss it! Follow Paige here: Paige's Instagram Vionic: MUST HAVE. I got the cutest comfiest white sneakers from Vionic Shoes. Use code REALPOD at checkout for free shipping at www.vionicshoes.com Athletic Greens: LIFE CHANGING!!!! Visit www.athleticgreens.com/realpod - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. David Lieberman is a renowned psychotherapist and expert of the experts in the fields of human behavior and interpersonal relationships. His eleven published books, which include two New York Times bestsellers, have been translated into 27 languages, selling more than three million copies worldwide. Victoria is OBSESSED with his new book Mind Reader: The New Science of Deciphering What People Really Think, What They Really Want, and Who They Really Are, and invited him on the show to deep dive into personality disorders, ego, self-esteem, and more. Order Mind Reader Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Vionic: MUST HAVE. I got the cutest comfiest white sneakers from Vionic Shoes. Use code REALPOD at checkout for free shipping at www.vionicshoes.com Better Help: Therapy changed my LIFE. Therapy changed my LIFE. Being able to do it virtually is even better. Visit betterhelp.com/realpod to get 10% off your first month! Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mrs. Garrick Browne is back to real life and giving us all the updates on work, life, body-image, friendships, LIVE SHOWS, and more! LIVE SHOW TIX!! www.ticketweb.com/event/real-pod-with-victoria-garrick-hollywood-improv-the-main-room-tickets/12365705?pl=hollyimprov Get discounts from our amazing sponsors! Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens: LIFE CHANGING!!!! Visit www.athleticgreens.com/realpod - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. LMNT: LMNT seriously is it. It's a headache-buster. LMNT is offering listeners a FREE sample pack with any purchase. Get yours at www.drinklmnt.com/REALPOD Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jera Bean (@jera.bean) is a social media educator, coach, and speaker who helps her clients transform how they show up online and in their lives. This episode covers common questions like... How do I get started? Can you make a living as a content creator? Should you have a niche or not? How do I know what is good enough to post? How do I grow my audience? If you've ever wanted to start creating content or become an influencer, this one is a must listen! Sponsored by BetterHelp Therapy changed my LIFE. Being able to do it virtually is even better. Visit betterhelp.com/realpod to get 10% off your first month! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), award winning cookbook author, YouTuber, and the founder of Abbey’s Kitchen Inc where she shares healthy recipes and debunks nutrition myths! In this episode, Abbey shares her experience with the sneaky eating disorder orthorexia, and how she eventually recovered and found a path to intuitive eating. (Plus, why you should never trust a What I Eat In A Day video!) Sponsors Athletic Greens: LIFE CHANGING!!!! Visit www.athleticgreens.com/realpod - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. LMNT: LMNT seriously is it. It's a headache-buster. LMNT is offering listeners a FREE sample pack with any purchase. Get yours at www.drinklmnt.com/REALPOD Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexis Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, media personality, activist, and author. She wrote the book, "I AM THAT GIRL," and has a passionate, online community of over 1.2M+ people. Alexis also won The 2018 Jefferson Award, our country’s highest national honor for public service alongside others such as RBG, Steve Jobs, and Oprah (who featured her as Oprah’s #SuperSoul100!) In this episode, Alexis reveals how she broke free from the addiction of achievement, found courage to step outside of societal norms, and reveals that finding purpose in life is actually incredibly attainable for us all and has been right in front of us this entire time! Support the show by supporting our sponsor! BetterHelp: Therapy changed my life! Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp www.betterhelp.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First Real Pod episode with Max and Victoria as husband and wife!!! This week, the BROWNES take us through their magical fairytale wedding! Who was more nervous the night before?! Who cried the most?! Did anyone find love at their wedding?! The newlyweds also talk about their favorite moments of the wedding and the pressure to stay present during one of the biggest days of your life. Oh yeah, they also do all of this in the car the day they leave for their honeymoon! For all of you that have been following along on their wedding journey or new listeners wanting some wedding inspo and advice, you won't want to miss this love-packed episode! Sponsored by Athletic Greens: Visit www.athleticgreens.com/realpod to take ownership over your health! Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With their wedding on the horizon, Vic and Max have to decide what they are going to do about their finances! It is such a big and important decision to make when getting married, and Vic takes you along her journey of figuring out what to do! This episode features an interview with Financial Expert, Tori Dunlap (@herfirst100k), and also Vic's soon to be brother-in-law, Marcus Browne. Not to mention, Vic shares SO many juicy voice memos of her and Max having real time discussions at home about what to do. Whether you are trying to navigate this situation in your own life or just want to be a fly on the wall listening to a couple debate their finances, this one's a GOODIE! Sponsors LMNT: LMNT is offering listeners a FREE sample pack with any purchase. Get yours at www.drinklmnt.com/REALPOD BetterHelp: Therapy changed my life! Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp www.betterhelp.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Clara Macciocchi, popularly known as @claraandherself, is a mental health advocate and TikTok creator who has garnered more than 85 million likes for her videos about eating disorder recovery, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder. Clara recently celebrated her wedding - which was gorgeous!! - but she is here to be REAL and open up about all of the stressors and imperfections that came along with it. Like what if your bridesmaids let you down? What if your bachelorette is actually the worst trip ever?! What if you have a panic attack at your rehearsal dinner?! Clara has been there and is here to normalize these imperfect experiences and also arm you with tools to handle it yourself. Follow Clara on TikTok here! Follow Clara on Instagram here! Sponsors Athletic Greens: Visit www.athleticgreens.com/realpod to take ownership over your health! Karma Water Get20% OFF a case of Karma Water now when you go to www.drinkkarma.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tanya Rad is an American radio host, actress, and podcaster! She is the co-host of Scrubbing In alongside Bachelor alum Becca Tilley, as well as the morning radio show On Air with Ryan Seacrest. Tanya has appeared on a number of television shows, including Live with Kelly and Ryan, Steve, E!, Live from the Red Carpet, and iHeart Radio Wango Tango. In this episode Tanya gives us all the juicy details of female entrepreneurship like dealing with imposter syndrome and even approaching contract negotiations! Follow Tanya on Instagram here! Listen to her podcast Scrubbing In here! Sponsors LMNT: LMNT is offering listeners a FREE sample pack with any purchase. Get yours at www.drinklmnt.com/REALPOD Macy's: Macy's has the brands you love! www.macys.com/backtoschool BetterHelp: Therapy changed my life! Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp www.betterhelp.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sydel Curry-Lee is a mental health advocate and content creator with over 700,000 followers who tune in for her content about depression, anxiety, and life as a new Mom. She is the sister of NBA Champion Stephen Curry and a former collegiate volleyball player herself. On this episode, Sydel gets real about her experiences with postpartum depression and mental health when also needing to care for a new baby. Vic and Sydel also dish on merging finances with your spouse and setting boundaries with work colleagues. Macy's: Get dorm essentials and more at www.macys.com/backtoschool Karma Water: www.drinkkarma.com Athletic Greens: Visit www.athleticgreens.com/realpod to take ownership over your health! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex Warren is a TikTok star and musician who has amassed over 20 million followers. He is the co-founder of legendary TikTok house - The Hype House - and recently starred in the group's Netflix documentary. Despite his massive success, Alex has remained relatable, unpretentious, and down-to-earth, mainly due to his humble upbringings. After his Dad passed away, Alex was kicked out of his house by his alcoholic mother and forced to fend for himself, eventually building a multi-million dollar content brand. In this episode, Alex shares how his past traumatic experiences set the foundation for who he is today, and how anyone dealing with grave tragedy can fight to see the silver lining. Support our sponsors! BetterHelp www.betterhelp.com/realpod Macy's www.macys.com Karma www.drinkkarma.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Delaney Rowe is an actress and comedian known for her sketches on TikTok where she has amassed over 51.7M likes! Her hilarious videos making fun on Gen Z, annoying cliches, and Rom-Coms are some of the most relatable pieces on the internet today. In this episode, Delaney dives into the ups and downs of being an aspiring actress, social anxiety at Hollywood parties/auditions, and also being a hopeless romantic trying to find love in a sea of all your engaged friends! This funny, comforting, and thought provoking episode is the perfect listen for anyone seeking connection. Macy's www.macys.com Karma Water www.drinkkarma.com Athletic Greens www.athleticgreens.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Erin Falconer is a digital entrepreneur, psychotherapist, and author of “How to Break Up with Your Friends: Finding Meaning, Connection, and Boundaries in Modern Friendships." With her master's degree in clinical psychology, Erin took to human relationships and social patterns. Her book sheds light on the qualities of genuine friendships and shares the deeper principles for nurturing them. She was named “one of the top digital entrepreneurs in Los Angeles” by Los Angeles Confidential and “Top 10 Women Changing the Digital Landscape for Good” by Refinery29. Today we dive into the nitty gritty about friendships, how to make true and meaningful connections with people, and also how to break up with friends that either no longer serve us or are going a different direction in life! Macy's www.macys.com Karma Water www.drinkkarma.com BetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpod Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristine Thompson, aka @TrendyCurvy, is a plus size fashion blogger from Los Angeles with over 1.4M followers on TikTok where she's known for her plus-size fashion halls and style tips. Kristine started a blog in September 2013 with the catch phrase “A Curvy Girl Living in a Trendy World”. Her goal is to show that curvy women can be just as stylish and fabulous as everyone else! She's been featured in Glamour Magazine, Essence Magazine, and is also the founder of Kin by Kristine, a fashion destination for everyday women. Athletic Greens www.athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's www.macys.com/pride Karma Water Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Becca Tilley is most popularly known for stealing America's heart on ABC's, "The Bachelor," but has since gone on to create and co-host top podcast, "Scrubbing In," with Tanya Rad, and she keeps us all up to date on her lifestyle, travels, and adventures on social media. Most recently, Becca let the world in on her four year relationship with singer Hayley Kioko, something that was never previously confirmed or explained... but why? Why was it a secret? How did they fall in love?! What is Becca thinking and feeling now that everyone knows?! On today's episode, Becca reveals all of this and more! Whether you are looking for inspiration to step into your true self, or just want to hear how someone else is navigating the many seasons of life, this conversation is sure to warm your heart! Sponsors BetterHelp www.betterhelp.com/real Macy's www.macys.com/purpose Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Vic's Bachelorette was last weekend and she's back from Cabo with a sunkissed tan and all the tea to give you every jucy detail about "the best weekend of her life!!" She partied like never before, pulled together her best #VicsFits yet, and even met Simone Biles... LIKE WHAT?!! Joining her are her two best friends Aubrey & Natalie who planned the trip! Sponsored by Athletic Greens & Macy's Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just days away from their Bachelor and Bachelorette trips, Vic & Max sit down to dish out all the hot ticket items... Will you be in contact with one another?? Who is going? Who planned the trip? And yes... WILL THERE BE STRIPPERS?! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victoria's life has been feeling chaotic and messy AF! (Who can relate?!) She describes why/how things got so wild and what she is going to do to incorporate more structure and routine into her daily life. This is a great one for anyone wanting to develop a better health & wellness routine, but not feel too overwhelmed at the same time! Athletic Greens: www.athleticgreens.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jessamyn Stanley is a yoga teacher, body positivity advocate, and author. She gained recognition through her Instagram account which shows her practicing yoga as a plus size queer woman of color. She founded The Underbelly, a wellness brand that doesn't aspire to perfection but strives for authenticity and self-awareness, and wrote books, Every Body Yoga and Yoke, to explore race, self-love, capitalism, and sexuality through the lens of yoga. On this episode, Jessamyn details how to radically accept your body for what it is, get connected to your higher self, and have uncomfortable conversations in order to break through to your fullest potential. Whether you have struggled with your own body-image, or are just looking to get more connected to the skin you're in, this episode is for you! Follow Jessamyn on IG Purchase Jessamyn's Books BetterHelp www.betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off Macy's: www.macys.com/live Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Connor Wood and Brooke Averick, otherwise known as Fibula and Lady Efron, are famous TikTok stars and now Podcasters with a combined 1.7M followers. On their podcast, BROOKE AND CONNOR MAKE A PODCAST, these self-described “frenemies” cover everything from pop culture to the tech world and everything in between. On this episode, Brooke and Connor pull back the curtain for the first time to get REAL!! They detail what really goes on behind the scenes in the life of an influencer, how they manage various friend groups and sniff out social climbers, why they are both in therapy, the pressure to be everything for everyone, and even celebrity crushes and believing in ghosts! If you're looking for an upbeat yet raw conversation about the tides changing in life, this one is for you! Athletic Greens: athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: macys.com/purpose Cozy Earth: get 35% off sitewide at cozyearth.com with code REALPOD Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Arman Taghizadeh, also known as “Dr. T”, is a Johns Hopkins trained psychiatrist who is Board Certified in both General Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He also specializes in Sports Psychiatry and is on the advisory board for Victoria's non-profit, The Hidden Opponent. He has been featured in Baltimore Magazine as a “TopDoc” every single year since 2016. He is currently a faculty instructor at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, where he teaches seminars and supervises residents. On this episode, Dr. T joins Victoria for a unique discussion to analyze the ways in which destigmatizing the conversation around mental health has actually presented new issues... Have "anxiety" and "depression" become buzz words? Is it now the "cool" thing to have mental illness? Has normalizing the issue actually perpetuated it? This conversation is fascinating and a must listen for anyone interested in supporting the mental health movement! BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/realpod Athletic Greens: athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: macys.com/purpose Cozy Earth: get 35% off sitewide at cozyearth.com with code REALPOD Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get ready for some major childhood nostalgia because Josh Peck (Drake & Josh, How I Met Your Father) is here this week to unpack his experiences as a child star and young comedian who we all grew up watching on Nickelodeon. His new book, “Happy People Are Annoying,” is out now and Josh is detailing his most captivating, heart-warming, and hilarious stories from the body-image issues he experienced being labeled "the fat funny kid" and not having a father figure, to grocery store run ins with Adam Sandler and that time Judd Apatow reprimanded him... We also talk about the pressure put on child stars, and how to break out of the box people have put you in! Whether you grew up watching Drake & Josh or are just open to a conversation about riding the wave of life's ups and downs, this one is for you! Buy Josh's new book, Happy People Are Annoying! Athletic Greens: athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: macys.com/giftfinder Cozy Earth: get 35% off sitewide at cozyearth.com with code REALPOD Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Girlypops, TikTok queen Ally Yost is here to discuss everything under the sun when it comes to friendships, relationships, and breakups! Ally has amassed over 1.4 million followers who all tune in for her heartfelt relationship advice (seriously, it's game changing!) and even to watch her iconic makeup looks. This week, Ally takes us through red flags, serial daters, peer-pressure, and even recognizing if you have codependency patterns. Not to mention, how to cope when people walk out of your life... This is a 10/10 episode for anyone who needs a push to let go of the things that no longer serve them and step into their power! Better Help: betterhelp.com/REAL for 10% off Macy's: Mother's Day is around the corner! macys.com/giftfinder Booty by Brabants: Shop online now for 15% off using our exclusive code REALPOD at bootybybrabants.com Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Struggling with managing your inner dialogue and finding your purpose? This is the episode for you! This week, Victoria sits down with clinical social worker, mindset coach, and all around badass Topsie Vandenbosch to talk about all things passion, potential, and balance. Tune in to hear Topsie break down the myth of being humble and why you belong in every room you want to be in. Whether you’re a student, professional, or starting your own business, this episode will leave you feeling motivated to acknowledge your own power and ask “Why NOT me?” Booty by Brabants: Follow @bootybybrabants on Instagram and shop online now for 15% off using our exclusive code REALPOD at bootybybrabants.com Macy's: Don’t forget to stock up the Easter baskets with all the kids’ fave toys and candy. Head on over to macys.com. Athletic Greens:Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This one's for the volley-nerds!!! Victoria sits down with the one and only Morgan Hentz, the iconic Stanford volleyball libero who she’s only ever seen on the other side of the net...until now. Morgan is a 3X NCAA Champion, 3x PAC-12 Libero of the year, 3X NCAA First Team All American, and the un-official mayor of “Hentz-Ville.” On this episode, we hear from Morgan like never before unpacking her entry into the game, what her mindset is like while she’s playing, and a few of the bumpy roads she’s had a navigate along the way. Sponsors Booty by Brabants: Follow @bootybybrabants on Instagram and shop online now for 15% off using our exclusive code REALPOD at bootybybrabants.com Macy's: Shop sustainable products and learn more from clean beauty business owners at macys.com/purpose. BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Boundaries" are the hot topic right now but what does it actually mean to set a boundary and how do we do it?! Well Dr. Vaneeta Sandhu is the Head of Emotional Fitness at Coa and she is here to break it down for us! Dr. V has over 10 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, facilitator, educator, and public speaker, working with teams at Lyft, Yelp, Twitter, and Reddit. She gives us easy templates to communicate boundaries to people in our lives, helps us understand how we can determine our true needs, Vic gets deep about the toughest boundaries she's had to set, and you're bound to leave this episode feeling confident about protecting your personal space... we love that for you! Athletic Greens:Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Booty by Brabants: Follow @bootybybrabants on Instagram and shop online now for 15% off using our exclusive code REALPOD at bootybybrabants.com.CVS Health: HEALTHY CONVERSATIONS releases audio and video episodes. Subscribe, listen, and enjoy today, wherever you find podcasts. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victoria sits down with her mic on her bedroom floor to tell us how she's REALLY feeling!! With so much happening in her life right now (wedding planning, career moves, re-starting therapy) she was bound to grab the mic and cry sometime soon (LOL) and today is that day! Ritual: ritual.com/REALPOD Macy's: macys.com/starrewards BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off CVS Health: HEALTHY CONVERSATIONS releases audio and video episodes. Subscribe, listen, and enjoy today, wherever you find podcasts. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carissa Stanton aka BroccYourBody is a recipe developer who wants you to make food you enjoy and that makes you feel good. She puts herself first, and tells the story of breaking off her engagement with someone she cared about very much when she knew in her heart it wasn't right. She gets real with how she feels about seeing Vic's engagement photos, how she ditched the notion of a "timeline" for marriage and family, and how she's come to trust the timing of her life. Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Follow Carissa Stanton On Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod On Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Sponsors Ritual: ritual.com/REALPOD Macy's: macys.com/starrewards BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off CVS Health: HEALTHY CONVERSATIONS releases audio and video episodes. Subscribe, listen, and enjoy today, wherever you find podcasts. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lauren Elizabeth is an OG influencer who has been creating content for over 10 years, and has garnered over 2 million followers on social media! (If you’ve seen her content, you know she is a total vibe and has the perfect aesthetic!) However, on this episode of Real Pod, Lauren shares what’s really going on below the surface… She discusses how being a child of divorce still affects her today, talks openly about her depression, her break from social media, & filtering out fake friends from real ones! Plus, the girls go down a social climbing rabbit hole & Victoria shares a story about how she got big-leagued by someone she thought she was friends with. This is a great episode for anyone trying to better understand themselves and their friends! Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Follow Lauren Elizabeth On Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod On Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Sponsors Macy's: macys.com Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Better Help: betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mikayla Nogueira is a social media star and make-up artist with over 10.1 million followers on TikTok! Mikayla, who is known for her tutorials and honest product reviews, has been featured in Vogue, Allure, People Magazine and has her own eye-shadow palette with Glamlite!! On this episode of Real Pod, Mikayla talks about how she went from a graduate student to a viral TikTok star overnight and how criticism from her original “Catfish” video fueled her to create more content. We learn more about Mikayla as she opens up about her mental-health, work-life balance, and how she handles bullies online and IRL. Plus, Mikayla shares an anecdote about wearing makeup that will change your whole outlook! If you’re not already following Mikayla, you will be after this episode… There’s a reason 10.1 million people love her and you will too! Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: Visit macys.com/personalstylist to connect with a style expert virtually or in-store today. That’s macys.com/personalstylist Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Follow Mikayla On TikTok Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New York Times Best-Selling author and nationally renowned Food/Body-Image Guru, Geneen Roth, sits down with Victoria to discuss WHY we diet and binge eat, and how to stop the toxic cycle of restriction and shame. Geneen has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, The Today Show, and Good Morning America. She has absolutely cracked the code on food and dieting and shares ALL of her philosophies in this episode of Real Pod. (Not to mention, Victoria struggled with binge eating and disordered eating for years. Geneen’s book was the reason she was able to make the change in her life! #DreamGuest!) Sponsors Macy's: macys.com/honors Better Help: betterhelp.com/realpod Ritual: ritual.com/REALPODHello Fresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/realpod16 and use code realpod16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Peiman Raf and Mason Spector are co-founders of mental health awareness clothing line Madhappy, which has been featured in Vogue, Elle, and Forbes and worn by Addison Rae, Gigi Hadid, and Cardi B. In addition to tackling mental health through streetwear, Peiman and Mason are also the hosts of The Madhappy Podcast which aims to create a more open dialogue around mental health! On this episode of Real Pod, the guys sit down to discuss their own mental health journey and how starting a podcast helped them truly open up. They discuss the importance of building a relationship with yourself, how to really start identifying your own anxiety symptoms, and why mental health has bad PR. Mason and Peiman are flipping the mental health conversation on its head in this episode and we are (mad)happy about it! P.S Yes, we know but they’re already taken. ;) Sponsors Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: Check out LiveBeauty at macys.com/macyslive for insider tips on new beauty releases, how-to's and must-have products that your routine needs now! Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Follow Peiman On Instagram! Follow Mason On Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Christian Subbio is a renowned board certified plastic surgeon who is known for being one of the most outspoken surgeons on social media. On this episode of Real Pod, Dr. Subbio gives us a first hand look at how social media, photoshop, and filters are damaging women and their self perception. He gives us intel on what procedures your favorite celebs have had (allegedly), why wanting to to be “attractive” is actually in our DNA, and how it all comes down to confidence. This episode is a fascinating look into the plastic surgery industry and how celebrities and social media are making us question our own natural beauty. Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: Find your Valentine's Day gift now at macys.com/giftfinder Better Help: betterhelp.com/realpod Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Follow Dr. Subbio On Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A not-so-wise woman in the movie “Bride Wars” once said, "you don't alter Vera Wang to fit you, you alter yourself to fit Vera!” and it’s lived rent free in Victoria’s head until today! On this candid solo episode, Victoria opens up about the pressures of being a bride and why she will NOT be “shedding for the wedding.” Victoria shares what’s been keeping her up at night + more wedding day fears like why she’s not doing a first look, why weddings are low-key wrapped in patriarchal notions, and why we need to stop pressuring women to be glorified versions of themselves on their wedding day. She also finally tells us about her experience wedding dress shopping! Why she did AND didn’t cry, the offensive comment a sales associate said about her body, and how she actually knew her dress was “the one”. Whether you are a bride or have an event coming up this year, this episode is a must listen! (PLUS: Victoria has some exciting Galentine's Day news you won’t want to miss!!! Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Support the show by supporting our sponsors!Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: Macy's has your Valentine's Day gift covered! Shop at macys.com/giftfinder Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Olsen is a content creator who skyrocketed to social media stardom after blowing up on TikTok in 2021. (For real... like 7M + followers blow up!!) He is known for his hilarious comedy bits, relatable mental health advice, and at one point his wildly loved relationship videos with Ian Paget, who he recently split from. In this episode, Chris details what it was like to go through his first breakup with millions of eyes watching, the not-so-perfect behind the scenes of content creation, his sobriety and addiction journey, as well as finding his new identity as the independent king he is *snaps.* Trust us, this is an episode you don't wanna miss! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Macy's: macys.com/giftfinder Ritual: ritual.com/REALPODHello Fresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/realpod16 and use code realpod16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! Better Help: betterhelp.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sedona Prince is a D1 basketball player at the University of Oregon, TikTok star with over 3 million followers, & Cohost of UNINTERRUPTED More Than An Athlete Varsity Edition! Last year, Sedona went viral on TikTok after she posted a video showing the disparity between the mens and womens training facility at the NCAA tournament sparking a national conversation around women’s sports. Continuing her activism, she has been dubbed by her coach, “the face of the NIL lawsuit” as she has been embroiled in the fight for three years. On this episode of Real Pod, Sedona opens up about how she came into her own at Oregon after an injury and transferring schools, why coming out isn’t just a one time thing, & how she is using her platform to give light to inequalities in women’s sports. Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Follow Sedona Prince on TikTok! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Macy's: Claim your gold medal in style at macys.com/theedit Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jennifer Anderson is a registered dietitian and founder of Kids Eat In Color, a community that helps parents get rid of mealtime stress to help their kids eat better. Jennifer has amassed an online following of over 1.6 million parents and non parents who love her simplified approach to eating. On this episode of Real Pod, Jennifer explains why it’s important to heal our own relationships with food so we can better teach our children, how our mental capacity can negatively affect mealtime + what we can do to combat that, and why certain foods aren’t “good” or “bad”... they just do different things! If you’re continuing to work on your own relationship with food or trying to teach your children how to have a positive relationship with eating, this episode is packed with valuable information! Sponsors Macy's: Visit macys.com/personalstylist to connect with a style expert today! BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/realpod Follow Real Pod On Instagram! Follow Jennifer Anderson On Instagram! Check Out Kids Eat In Color! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rod Thill is a TikTok star with over 1.2 million followers who built his following on the all too relatable work from home culture, then quickly expanded his niche to relatable videos centered around life as a millenial and every day mental health struggles. (He’s basically what we would call a “mood” every day of the week!) On this episode of Real Pod, Rod shares how suffered from an eating disorder and body dysmorphia after a significant weight loss, how therapy has helped him set personal boundaries AND improved his communication style, plus he explains how happy he is to be using his platform for good! Whether you’re a millennial like Rod or Gen Z like Victoria, you are going to love this candid conversation about mental health! Athletic Greens: athleticgreens.com/realpod Follow Real Pod on Instagram! Follow Rod on Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Spencer Barbosa is a body positivity influencer with over 5 million followers on TikTok! After finding TikTok fame as a teenager, Spencer is now a full time content creator living in a college town. Spencer's bubbly personality, relatability, and messaging of empowerment has made her everyones internet BFF. Spencer joins Real Pod to discuss what it was like to be bullied in school for her TikTok page (jokes on everyone now!), what being a “girl with goals” means to her, and the moment she realized it’s not about looks. Plus, Spencer has some advice for anyone over the age of 18 listening to this episode. (Hint: you should be listening to the youth!!) Follow Real Pod on Instagram! Follow Spencer Barbosa on Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Sponsors Athletic Greens: athleticgreens.com/realpod Open: Try Open for 30 days free using promo code REALPOD when you sign up at open-together.com/REALPOD Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mary Jelkovsky is an author, podcast host, and social media influencer who used her toxic experiences with diet culture to create a community where women can feel seen and inspired. After struggling with disordered eating since her teenage years, Mary finally broke free from the shackles of perfectionism and found healing + self love. In this episode, Mary talks about the dangers of being in the bodybuilding industry as a teenager, how a change of environment provoked a change in mindset, & why the health industry just might be glorifying orthorexia. Follow Real Pod on Instagram! Follow Mary Jelkovsky on Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victoria shares ALL the deets about choosing her bridal party, organizing the bridesmaid proposal boxes, and executing the most meaningful ask!! Subscribe to Real Pod on Spotify Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts Follow Real Pod on Instagram Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Becca Tobin, former star of FOX’s hit show ‘Glee,’ is now one third of the top podcast and NYT Bestselling girl posse, The Lady Gang, and lead love interest on Disney+ reboot Turner & Hooch! Prior to her big break, Becca starred in Broadway’s Rock of Ages and is a self-proclaimed theater nerd at heart. In this episode, she explains how the transition from stage to screen helped shape her work ethic, navigating performance anxiety when the stakes were high, and how a bunch of little breaks and patience can lead to accomplishing your dreams! While on Glee, Becca suffered the tragic loss of her boyfriend, Matt, and today she opens up about that loss... sharing insight into the gut wrenching realties of loss, grieving during the holidays, and how we can help our friends and loved ones going through the same thing. Plus, falling in love again and learning to pass through your trauma! Subscribe to Real Pod on Spotify Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts Follow Real Pod on Instagram Follow Becca Tobin on Instagram Stream The Lady Gang on Spotify Stream The Lady Gang on Apple Podcasts Catch Becca on the new season of Turner and Hooch on Disney+ Sponsors Raycon: Go to BuyRaycon.com/realpod today to unlock exclusive deals up to 20% off your Raycon order! Ana Luisa: I absolutely recommend checking out Ana Luisa ❤️ https://shop.analuisa.com/realpod I LOVE them, their pieces start at $39, and they are currently running the biggest sale of the year. You can get 60% off on the second item if you go on https://shop.analuisa.com/realpod Poshmark: Listeners of Real Pod get $10off your first purchase! Just enter the invite code: realpod when you sign up Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Elyse Resch is a nutrition therapist who co-authored the books Intuitive Eating and The Intuitive Eating Workbook, and is one of the original co-founders of the Intuitive Eating practice! With over 36 years of experience, Elyse advocates for healthy eating habits by promoting intuitive eating, which allows a person to get in touch with their true needs, rather than developing harmful diet habits that often lead to eating disorders. Elyse is a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian, a Fellow of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In this episode, Elyse shares tangible tools for anyone looking to switch to the practice of Intuitive Eating, as well as addresses ways to navigate Thanksgiving meals and the many food/body situations that come along with holiday festivities. How should you approach Thanksgiving dinner? What should you say if someone makes a toxic comment about your weight or what you're eating? What do I do if I accidentally eat too much? Elyse answers all these questions and more! Ana Luisa: I absolutely recommend checking out Ana Luisa ❤️ https://shop.analuisa.com/realpod I LOVE them, their pieces start at $39, and they are currently running the biggest sale of the year. You can get 60% off on the second item if you go on https://shop.analuisa.com/realpod Open: Try Open for 30 days free using my promo code REALPOD when you sign up, go to open-together.com/REALPOD and use code REALPOD when you sign up. BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Corporate Natalie is a TikTok star & social media influencer with over half a million followers combined! Natalie’s corporate commentary and satirical comedy bits grew her from normal 9-5er to a full blown influencer in just one year. On this episode of Real Pod, Natalie and Victoria discuss how they go way back (they’ve been BFFs since high school!!) why personal branding is so important even if you’re not an influencer, and all of the intricacies of becoming an influencer while managing your “day job,” and why women need to stop competing with other women! (Plus, Victoria and Natalie pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to work as content creator full-time.. It’s juicy.) Follow Real Pod on Instagram! Follow Corporate Natalie on Instagram! Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Raycon: Go to BuyRaycon.com/realpod today to unlock exclusive deals up to 20% off your Raycon order! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Katie Couric is founder, author, producer, and one of the most notable journalists of all time. She worked for all three major TV networks, NBC, ABC and CBS, and in 2006 was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame. After leaving her long time position as co-anchor of The Today Show, Katie was historically named the first solo female anchor of CBS Evening News in 2006. Katie hosted her own talk show, served as a global news anchor for Yahoo, beame and recently became a New York Times best selling author following the debut of her memoir, “Going There.” On this episode of Real Pod, Katie opens up about her past struggles with bulimia, how she really feels about her life long career in the industry, and shares her game changing advice for all women trying to establish themselves in their respective careers. (P.S: Yes, she DOES watch The Morning Show!!) Follow Real Pod on Instagram! Follow Katie Couric on Instagram! Purchase Katie Couric's New Book, Going There, Here! Subscribe To Katie Couric's Newsletter, Wake Up Call! Sponsors: Open: You can try Open for 30 days free using my promo code REALPOD when you sign up, go to open-together.com/REALPOD and use code REALPOD when you sign up. Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you an immune supporting FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit athleticgreens.com/realpod today. BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/realpod Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victoria kicks this episode off by spilling all the tea on her wedding venue and the process of finding the perfect place to marry Max! Then, we hear from a very special guest Ryan Holiday. Ryan is the author of New York Times’ best seller, The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living, which has sold more than two million copies globally and has a following among NFL coaches, world-class athletes, TV personalities, and political leaders. On this episode of Real Pod, Ryan dives into the philosophies of his newest book, Courage Is Calling. He explains the different types of courage and how to live out a more fulfilling life, the four pillars of Stoicism (hint, courage is one of them!)and how to catch our ego’s in action when they seriously create imposter syndrome. To learn more about Ryan Holiday and purchase his new book, click here! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Francesca Mariano and Ria Ciuffo are the hosts of Barstool’s wildly popular podcast & Instagram page, Chicks In The Office! After starting out as the only two female interns at Barstool Sports, Ria & Fran became fast friends, co-created the Chicks In The Office Instagram page, and dropped out of college to pursue their love of radio and pop culture. In this episode, the girls step away from their usual celebrity banter and open up about mental health, public breakups, finding themselves, and how they stay grounded! Athletic Greens: Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod to take control of your health and give AG1 a try. Raycon: Go to BuyRaycon.com/realpod today to unlock exclusive deals up to 20% off your Raycon order! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ella Halikas is a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model, social media influencer, and swimsuit designer with over half a million followers across social media! After losing her restaurant job in the pandemic, Ella turned to social media and quickly took off: She grew her following 10x the size, became a finalist in the 2021 Sports Illustrated Swim Search, and launched her own swimwear campaign line, Pebbles and Palms! Ella joins Real Pod to give us a master class in confidence… LITERALLY! She teaches us how to work on your own insecurities to gain more confidence, how to flip the switch in your mind when intrusive thoughts creep in, and how we can all embrace our sexy side (something Victoria admits she struggles with!) If you want to radiate from the inside out and start living for YOU, this episode is a must listen. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Margaret Rutherford is a psychologist and has been in private practice for over 25 years. She is the author of Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free from the Perfectionism that Masks Your Depression, and host of The Selfwork Podcast In this episode, Dr. Rutherford joins Victoria for a very important conversation to explain the difference between classic depression and hidden depression, the power of self-acceptance when it comes to healing, and how to break your silence so you don’t have to struggle in secret. . Whether you or someone you love is suffering from depression, we can all benefit from a deeper understanding of this silent disease. **We would also like to note that we do discuss topics of suicide and suicidal ideation throughout this episode so please do not listen if these topics are triggering to you.** Click here to learn more about Dr. Rutherford and purchase her book entitled, Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free from the Perfectionism that Masks Your Depression Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.