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Sierra Nielsen is a Lifestyle, Fitness, and Nutrition Coach with an online following of over 250,000 women who tune into her message of emotional resilience, inner confidence, and personal empowerment! She has been featured in USA Today, Variety, and Self Magazine, and has worked with everyone from D.C. Politicians and Hollywood Models/Actors, to Award Winning Producers and NYT best selling authors. Sierra’s relationship wisdom teaches us how to break free from toxic relationship patterns, focus on ourselves first, discover our deal breakers, and even makes Victoria question her engagement (JK, Max!). Regardless of your age and/or relationship status, this episode will teach you the importance of self work, boundary setting, & shifting your expectations. 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.

In celebration of Real Pod’s 100th episode and surpassing 1 MILLION DOWNLOADS (!!!!) Victoria flips the script and sits down to be interviewed by her BFF Aubrey. Hear your favorite host like never before as she opens up and gets real about what’s actually going on in her life and with her mental health right now… Is she really happy? What are her future goals? What is she currently struggling with?? Whether you are new here or an OG Real Pod Squad member, this episode will have you laughing and crying along with Victoria! BetterHelp: Check out 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.

Remi Bader is a TikTok superstar and curve model with over 2 million followers who has been featured on The Today Show, Vogue, and People magazine! Remi skyrocketed to fame after her hilarious and realistic clothing hauls went viral. She now candidly shares her mental health and body-image journey on social media every single day. On this episode, Remi gets real about her eating disorder… (she’s still in the thick of it and doing her best to navigate everything going on in her life!) On top of that, Remi shares candid details about opening up to family about your eating disorder, the different healing approaches she’s considered trying, and how sometimes it feels easier for her to open up to thousands of strangers online. If you’ve ever felt frustrated in the thick of your healing, or can relate to the difficulties of discussing mental health among family members, this episode is for you! 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.

Schuyler Bailar is a former NCAA D1 athlete who competed on the Harvard Men’s Swimming Team. He is also a public speaker, LGBTQ activist, and has been featured in thousands of publications globally including The Washington Post, Guardian, ABC News, and ESPN. While attending Harvard, Schuyler became the first publicly documented transgender athlete on any NCAA D1 men’s team, received Harvard’s Director’s Award (the 7th in its history,) and his final times in his event ranked him in the top 15% of all NCAA men’s swimmers! In today’s episode, Schuyler provides us with a “Harvard level education” on gender assignment and identity, his full transition story, what it was like to join a Division I Men’s team, & how the misogyny of the patriarch could possibly ruin women’s sports! If you are looking to better understand the conversation surrounding trans athletes and high level sport, this episode with Schuyler will be game changing! Click here to purchase Schuyler's new book.Follow Schuyler 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.

Erin Treloar is the Founder of Raw Beauty Co., a company whose mission is to help women live from a place of self-love. Not only does she have a social following of over 100,000 women, but she is a certified health coach and the host of Raw Beauty Talks. Erin’s work has been highlighted in the Los Angeles Times, Marie Claire, and Elle Magazine. After battling with her own eating disorder, Erin created Raw Beauty Co’s Signature program, “The Raw Beauty Reset,” which helps people find freedom from their battles with eating disorders and their bodies. Erin’s program has helped thousands of people let go of their limiting beliefs to create the life they crave! In this episode, Erin dives into her experiences as a teenager with an eating disorder, why Diet Culture is decreasing our mental capacity, and teaches us the four main pillars of her Raw Beauty Reset program. Whether you’re looking to breakfree from disordered eating or just get closer to reaching your greatest potential in life, this episode is a must listen! Click Here To Join Erin Treloar’s Raw Beauty Reset Course! Follow Erin on Instagram @rawbeautytalks Follow Real Pod on Instagram @realpod Register here for live training with Raw Beauty Reset founder Erin Treloar. Sponsored by BetterHelp For 10% off, check out betterhelp.con/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 & Max are finally engaged!!! Listen to the full story and hear the juicy deets on this tell all engagement episode! Follow Real Pod on Instagram: @RealPod Ana Luisa: I absolutely recommend checking out Ana Luisa’s sustainable jewelry. I LOVE them, their pieces start at $39, and you can get 20% off with their summer sale by visiting https://shop.analuisa.com/realpodsun PayPal: To get $10 cashback on your first transaction of $20 or more, just head to your local CVS and pay using your PayPal or Venmo app. paypal.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.

Justine Wong-Orantes is a libero for the USA Women’s National Volleyball team and shocked the world when she earned the “Best Libero” award after her gold medal winning performance in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games! Justine played at the University of Nebraska where she was a two time All-American, two time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, National Champion, AND finished her career as Nebraska's all-time career digs leader. (Yep, ICONIC!) After college she joined the United States national team where she spent three years competing vigorously for that one spot in the Tokyo 2020 games. After years of hard work and late nights in the gym, Justine was named the best libero of the 2021 FIVB Volleyball Nations League tournament and finally solidified her roster spot to be an Olympina. She led the games in serve reception percentage and helped the US Women's National Volleyball team bring home their first ever gold medal! In this episode, Justine shares her entire journey to the olympics games, covering everything from her first game as a libero in high-school to the emotional team huddle before winning gold. Whether you’re a die hard volleyball fan or just somebody trying to achieve your dreams, this episode is proof that hard work and dedication pays off! Conair: conair.com + search waver 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.

Kylie Katich is a photographer and influencer whose fashion, comedy, and photography content has helped her amass over 350,000 followers across social media! While her job is to create portraits and photographs online that are perfectly posed and carefully curated, Kylie is human too… In this vulnerable episode, Kylie opens up about her secret struggle with binge eating disorder, explains the three things that are helping her recover, and shares how she manages to balance her insecurities and personal struggles with her perfectly curated Instagram aesthetic. This episode is proof that regardless of what you see on social media, you never know what someone is going through! Paypal: To get $10 cashback on your first transaction of $20 or more, just head to your local CVS and pay using your PayPal or Venmo app. paypal.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.

Ilona Maher is a member of the Women's U.S Rugby Team and became a viral sensation at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics for her hilarious TikTok commentary. Prior to the Olympic Games, Maher earned All-American Honors, led her college team to three titles, and helped the USA finish 4th in the 2018 Women’s Rugby World Cup Sevens. In this episode, Ilona reveals what it is like to ride the roller coaster of emotions many Olympic athletes go through when the games are over, why we shouldn’t tone ourselves down for other people, and how her viral hashtag #BeastBeautyBrains is defining a new type of confidence for athletic women. If you’re one of the 800,000 people who have fallen in love with Ilona on TikTok, or you’re just curious to hear the inside scoop from someone who was just at the Tokyo games, this episode is a must listen! Conair: conair.com + search waver 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.

Sarah Nicole Landry, AKA @thebirdspapaya, is a writer, podcaster, mom of four, and influencer with over 2 million social media followers! Sarah started her blog The Birds Papaya over 10 years ago after feeling inspired by the comradery of stay at home moms. What started as a late night passion project turned into a massive community where Sarah has cultivated powerful social media conversations around life and our experiences in it! In this episode, Sarah reveals how women are trained to fall on the sword for everybody else, the difference between our relationship with our body versus ourselves, and why divorce is always on the table for her and her husband (we know what you’re thinking… but you have to hear the full story!) So if you’re feeling like you put everyone else in your life first, are frustrated with not being able to crack open that “self-help” book, or you have felt like your emotions are building up inside, this episode is for you! Ana Luisa: I absolutely recommend checking out Ana Luisa’s sustainable jewelry. I LOVE them, their pieces start at $39, and you can get 20% off with their summer sale by visiting https://shop.analuisa.com/realpodsun! 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.

April Ross is a two time Olympic beach volleyball medalist; she won a silver medal in London and a bronze medal in Rio. Now, she is making her third debut in the Tokyo 2021 Olympics! April has been a volleyball phenomenon her entire life: Gatorade Player of the Year out of high school, All- American, back to back national champion at USC, and now making history as one of the best female beach volleyball players ever! April discusses what her journey has been like preparing for the games, the philosophies she lives by, her mental health, the body-image pressures surrounding beach volleyball, and so much more! 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.

Mik Zazon is a public speaker and influencer with over 2 million social media followers who follow her #NormalizeNormalBodies movement. After starting a fitspo blog then suffering from three different eating disorders, Mik realized she needed to make a change. Her content now centers around authenticity, mental health, and positive body-image. In this episode, Mik shares how she has learned to cope with bad body-image days, how to break the cycle of a continuous trauma response, and what it’s like to live life online. If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to have a MASSIVE following, or you’re simply struggling to handle criticism in your own life, this episode is for you! Sponsors Bearaby: bearaby.com The Inkey List: theinkeylist.com or #ASKinkey on @theinkeylist Ana Luisa: shop.analuisa.com/realpodsun 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.

Molly Carmel is an addiction and eating disorder therapist who founded Beacon by MC, which offers a variety of solutions to encourage radical change and support on your journey to overcome emotional eating, food addiction, and binge-eating. Molly, who is extensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, has been featured on The Today Show, Dateline NBC, Anderson 360, and is the host of podcast ‘What You’re Craving With Molly Carmel.’ In this episode, Molly shares why there is not one specific way for everyone to heal. Learn how you can identify where you're at on your personal journey and start the journey of recovery - from whatever it is you're fighting! Ana Luisa: for 20% off their summer sale, head to shopanaluisa.com/realpodsun Inkey List: #AskInkey or theinkeylist.com Bearaby: bearaby.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.

Shana Spence aka, @thenutritiontea, is a registered dietitian who counsels on HAES (Healthy At Every Size) and Intuitive Eating to her audience of over 200,000 people. While Intuitive Eating is great in theory, not everyone has the access, money, or time to eat “whatever they want whenever they want.” Shana helps explain how we can make Intuitive Eating possible for all people as well as coaches us up on healthier mindsets regarding frozen food, processed food, and accepting life in a larger body. Bearaby: Try one of Bearaby's hand-knit weighted blankets on Instagram @mybearaby or bearaby.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.

2x Olympic Medalist, High-Performance Coach, and volleyball legend, Nicole Davis, sits down with Victoria to teach us all about performance anxiety! What is it exactly? Why does it happen? How can we work through it? This is a MUST LISTEN for anyone who feels like their anxiety gets in the way of them reaching their highest potential. Away: awaytravel.com/REAL Talkspace: Use code REALPOD at talkspace.com for $100 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.

Do you want to have a better relationship with money?! Get ready for a #NoFilter, easy to understand, conversation on how to earn money, invest money, and how to spend money with Financial Feminist, Tori Dunlap! Tori founded ‘Her First $100k’ to fight financial inequality by providing women with the tools necessary to take control of their finances. Tori has been featured on Good Morning America, Forbes, Business Insider, and in just 4 weeks her “Financial Feminist” podcast has become the most listened to business podcast on Spotify! In this tell all episode, Tori reveals the top 3 things every woman needs to be doing NOW with her money, and also explains eye opening financial philosophies while calling out money misogyny. This episode is a must listen for anyone, especially women, trying to find financial freedom! Check out Tori’s Podcast: The Financial Feminist and “Check out Tori’s Instagram @HerFirst100k Real Pod merch drops this Thursday 6/24 at 10am PST on shop.dearmedia.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.

Whether you just graduated, suffered a career-ending injury, got cut, or are simply saying goodbye to the sport you love, this episode from the heart of Former Division I Volleyball Player and PAC-12 Champion, Victoria Garrick, has 6 meaningful pieces of advice that will help guide you towards whatever may be next in life. 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.

Sam Previte is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor/Registered Dietitian and the owner of renowned anti-diet organization, Find Food Freedom. Sam provides a whole new perspective on how to look at our relationships with food by helping us see past the societal conditioning that’s kept us stuck in diet culture for so long. In this episode, Sam will explain why having a “lack of willpower” is BS and actually not your fault! How you can quiet the judgmental voice inside your head for a more curious one, and she’ll also reveal the secret that will help you stop compulsive/binge-eating. Follow Sam Previte on Instagram & check out her LIVE 3-day training series kicking off June 21st covering how to make peace with food, the truth behind weight and health, and how to build a better body image. Sponsors: Ned: www.helloned.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 episode will help you ask and answer the big questions in life! Dr. Varun Soni is the Dean of Religious Life at USC, where he is the chief religious and spiritual leader for over 45,000 students. He has been featured on ABC News, Forbes, NPR, and The Los Angeles Times, he was also mentored by His Holiness the 14th Dali Lama of Tibet. On this episode Victoria and Dr. Soni discuss the mental health crisis that's facing our world and why so many are struggling to discover their own sense of meaning, purpose, and identity. Not to mention, how can we connect with others, make more friends, and truly feel fulfilled in our lives? This eye-opening conversation is one of Victoria's favorite Real Pod episodes EVER! Sponsors Away: Start your 100-day trial and shop the entire Away lineup of travel essentials at awaytravel.com/real Ned: Go to www.helloned.com/REALPOD or enter REALPOD at checkout for 15% off your first one-time order or 20% off your first subscription order plus FREE shipping. Function of Beauty: Go to FunctionofBeauty.com/realpod to take your quiz and save 20% on your first 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.

Ben Smith is an Army Ranger Veteran, Personal Trainer, and Eating Disorder/Mental Health Advocate. This past year Ben captured our hearts after he opened up about his eating disorder, depression and suicide attempts on National television. In this episode, Ben dives into these topics and gets more vulnerable than ever! He shares why he loved and then left the Army, why eating disorder recovery is not linear, and talks about the importance of friends/family and community. After listening to this you just might find that Ben is the best friend, big brother and boyfriend we all wish we had! ;) Sponsors: Ned: Go to helloned.com/REALPOD for 15% off your first order or 20% off your subscription to science-backed and nature-based solutions that offer an alternative to prescription and over-the-counter drugs. 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.

Chamique Holdsclaw is a WNBA Hall of Famer, 6 time All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, and still remains the all-time leading scorer in the University of Tennessee record books (for both men’s and women’s basketball… talk about goat status!) Not only is Chamique’s impact felt on the court, but her tremendous advocacy for mental health and bi-polar disorder has been covered by ESPN, The Washington Post, and USA Today. In this raw episode, Chamique opens up about her tumultuous childhood, losing the closest person in her life, and navigating life with mental illness. Sponsors Ned: Go to helloned.com/REALPOD or enter REALPOD at checkout for 15% off your first one-time order or 20% off your first subscription order plus FREE shipping. Ora Organic: Head to ora.organic and take 15% off your first purchase with code REALPOD at checkout. If you decide to purchase a subscription, you’ll receive an additional 20% off (totaling 35%) when you use code REALPOD at checkout. OSEA: Try OSEA risk-free for 30 days and get 10% off with code REALPOD at OSEAMalibu.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.

Chelsea Cutler is a singer, songwriter and producer known for her viral hits ‘Sad Tonight’ and ‘Not Ok’ with Kygo. With over 750 million streams, Chelsea is taking the music industry by storm! Not only is her voice enchanting, but Chelsea often writes and sings about her mental health struggles. On this episode of Real Pod, Chelsea opens up about what it’s like to go from being a college athlete to a pop sensation overnight, how her intro to psych class helped her realize she was suffering from depression, and the surprising loneliness that comes with thousands of fans. They say “stars are just like us” and in this episode you will see how true that really is! Connect with Chelsea on instagram @Chelseacutler and stream her music on Spotify or Apple Music today! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Finding You: See ‘Finding You’, only in theaters May 14th. For more information or to find a theater near you, visit findingyouthemovie.com Function of Beauty: Go to functionofbeauty.com/realpod for 20% off your order! Ora Organic: Head to ora.organic and start your wellness journey today and take 15% off your first purchase with code REALPOD. If you decide to purchase a subscription, you’ll receive an additional 20% off (totaling 35%) with code REALPOD at checkout. 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 answers YOUR questions from the Real Pod hotline! Yep, you called in to leave your questions and today Vic is sitting down to give the REALEST answers around anxiety, intuitive eating, relationships, and imposter syndrome! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Hydrojug: Head to thehydrojug.com to customize your jug and use my code realpod for 10% off your purchase. Finding You: Make plans now to bring a friend, a family member, or even significant other to see ‘Finding You’, only in theaters May 14th. For more information or to find a theater near you, visit findingyouthemovie.com Talkspace: Get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace. To match with a licensed therapist today, go to Talkspace.com and use the code REALPOD. Ora Organic: Head to ora.organic and start your wellness journey today and take 15% off your first purchase when you use code REALPOD at checkout. If you get a subscription, you’ll receive an additional 20% off (totaling 35%) when you use code REALPOD at checkout. 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.

Keltie Knight is a New York Times’ best selling author and co-founder of The LadyGang Podcast, which has over 100 million downloads! (She’s also a 2x Emmy winning host and former Radio City Rockette… it’s casual!) While Keltie has been wildly successful in everything she has done, in today's episode you will hear how her definition of success has changed and how all that glitters isn’t always gold. Keltie shares why personal achievements need to be equally important as career achievements, and how to give yourself grace when the going gets tough. If you’ve ever felt stressed and overwhelmed with a need to achieve, don’t miss this! Connect with Keltie on Instagram @Keltie or by listening to The Lady Gang anywhere you get your podcasts! Support our show by supporting our sponsors! Ora Organic: Head to ora.organic and start your wellness journey today and take 15% off your first purchase when you use code REALPOD at checkout. AND if you purchase a subscription, you’ll receive an additional 20% off (totaling 35%!) when you use code REALPOD at checkout.HydroJug: Head to thehydrojug.com to customize your jug and use my code REALPOD for 10% off your 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.

Lauryn Evarts Bosstick is the creator of wildly popular blog The Skinny Confidential, and the host of top podcast The Skinny Confidential: Him & Her, which has amassed over 75 million downloads. On the surface you'll find hues of pink and trails of glitter, but once the curtain is pulled back you'll find Lauryn is wicked smart, fiercely driven, and unapologetically herself. In this episode, Lauryn intimately shares the foundations and practices that have helped shape her life, business, and work ethic, revealing the many ways in which we can all be pushing ourselves to reach our fullest potential. Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Hydrojug: Head to thehydrojug.com to customize your jug and use my code realpod for 10% off your purchase. OSEA: You can try OSEA risk-free for 30 days and get free shipping on orders over $50. They even send free samples with every order! Get 10% off your first order with my promo code REALPOD at OSEAmalibu.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.

Victoria shares 5 tips for anyone embarking on their Intuitive Eating journey! See below for Victoria's favorite resources and experts in this field. RESOURCES: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ IG ACCOUNTS: https://www.instagram.com/chr1styharrison/ https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ https://www.instagram.com/thenutritiontea/ https://www.instagram.com/i_weigh/ BOOKS: Intuitive Eating Intuitive Eating Workbook For Teens Breaking Free From Emotional Eating Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Skillshare: Explore your creativity at Skillshare.com/REALPOD and get a free trial of Premium Membership. I loved the Productivity for Creatives class!Curtsy: If you want a sustainable way to get Brandy, Urban, Champion, and Lulu delivered directly to your door, download Curtsy today and enter promo code real for 15% off your first 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.

Aleen and Sami are the co-founders of Betches, a female focused media company with MILLIONS of followers worldwide. The pair started their own podcast, "Diet Starts Tomorrow" as a way to document their numerous attempts to lose weight. However, throughout their dieting journeys, the girls discovered there was actually nothing wrong with them or their bodies, but EVERYTHING wrong with society and diet culture! In this episode we explore everything from their very first body-image issues to ultimately debunking how they broke free from diet culture and obsessive weight loss all together. This conversation puts a relatable, hilarious, and vulnerable spin on a conversation that usually makes us feel small and defeated. You can stream their show "Diet Starts Tomorrow" anywhere you get your podcasts, and be sure to follow @Aleen, @Sami, and @Betches on Instagram! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Ora: Head to www.ora.organic and start your wellness journey today and take 15% off your first purchase when you use code REALPOD at checkout. But that’s not all, if you decide to purchase a subscription, you’ll receive an additional 20% off (totaling 35%) when you use code REALPOD at checkout. Talkspace: As a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace. To match with a licensed therapist today, go to Talkspace.com. Make sure to use the code REALPOD to get $100 off of your first month and show your support for the show. That’s REALPOD and talkspace.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.

Sarah Fuller is an SEC champion who made history when she became the first woman to play in a Power Five (Division I) conference football game. After all of the kickers on the Vanderbuilt football team came down with COVID-19, Sarah was called from the women's soccer team to help out in the upcoming games. During her time with the football team, she also kicked an extra point to become the first woman to score in a Power Five football game. Sarah details what this history making experience was like all the way from the moment she got the call, to the resulting comments and fame from hundreds of thousands around the country who watched. She also discusses her various struggles with mental health, how she performs under pressure, and what she learned about herself and her personal body-image through this experience. Sarah Fuller Instagram Real Pod Instagram Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Ora: Head to www.ora.organic and start your wellness journey today and take 15% off your first purchase when you use code REALPOD at checkout. And if you purchase a subscription, you’ll receive an additional 20% off (totaling 35%!!) when you use code REALPOD at checkout. Skillshare: Explore your creativity or take the class I loved at Skillshare.com/REALPOD and get a free trial of Premium Membership. 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.

After quitting her job to pursue modeling full time, Tanaye White entered the 2020 SI Swimsuit model search where she was chosen to the Top 16 out of thousands of applicants! Tanaye is also an outspoken advocate for diversity and mental health. She opens up about her past battles with depression and anxiety, as well as her feelings about diversity & inclusion in the modeling industry and our greater society. Follow Tanaye on Instagram Follow Real Pod on Instagram Ask Victoria anything at Hey Hero! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Ora: Head to www.ora.organic and start your wellness journey today and take 15% off your first purchase when you use code REALPOD at checkout. But that’s not all, if you decide to purchase a subscription, you’ll receive an additional 20% off (totaling 35%) when you use code REALPOD at checkout. 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.

Justin Anderson is one of the most sought after professional colorists in the world! He is the mastermind behind the precious locks of A-List celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Margot Robbie, and Miley Cyrus. Not only is he a fantastic hair stylist, but Justin has amassed over 500,000 followers on social media who love his captivating, joyful, and infectious personality, which he so openly shares on his accounts. On this episode of Real Pod, Justin reveals what it was like to come out as gay to his Mormon family, the ups and downs of his mental health journey, being the son of an addict/how he coped, and how to life a live that is undoubtedly aligned with who you really are! Follow Justin on Instagram and check out his hair care line DPHUE! Follow Real Pod on Instagram and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! AMP Human: Visit amphuman.com/realpod and use code REALPOD15 to get 15% off D+ Lotion today.Honey: Get Honey for FREE at Join Honey.com/REALPOD Curtsy: If you want a sustainable way to get Brandy, Urban, Champion, and Lulu delivered directly to your door, download Curtsy today and enter promo code real for 15% off your first 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.

Hannah Berner is a comedian, digital creator, and star of the Bravo TV's hit show, Summer House. But before Hollywood fame, Hannah was an aspiring professional tennis player who was nationally ranked and played at the Division I level for the University of Wisconsin. Hannah takes us through her emotional story as a collegiate athlete, detailing her crippling battle with performance anxiety and mental health. She also shares how she went from being an "unemployed 25 year old ex-athlete" to finding success in a career path she is passionate about! This conversation will have you laughing, crying, and feeling ALL the inspiration. About: Hannah's Instagram Hannah's Podcast Follow Real Pod on Instagram and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode! Skillshare: Explore your creativity at Skillshare.com/REALPOD and get a free trial of Premium Membership. That’s Skillshare.com/REALPOD. Talkspace: To match with a licensed therapist today, go to Talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code REALPOD to get $100 off of your first month and show your support for the show. 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 sits down to share her experience with a binge eating disorder and answer your questions. Elevate your writing with 20% off Grammarly Premium by signing up at Grammarly.com/REALPOD For 50% off your first Care/of order, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code realpod50. Start saving on your shopping right now at JoinHoney.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.

Kristy Morrell is a Registered Dietitian and nutrition educator who specializes in eating disorders/disordered eating, and sports performance, helping student-athletes transform their relationship with food and their bodies, allowing them to discover their best selves. Kristy has worked with athletes on a variety of elite Division I teams, and has been a sports dietitian at USC since 2009. Kristy has also worked with athletes at the professional level, serving as the sports dietitian for the LA Kings and through her Los Angeles-based private practice. In this episode, Kristy answers all of the most important questions for college athletes... How much should I be eating? What's the best type of pre-game meal? How many times a day should I be eating? And MORE! This is a MUST listen if you are looking to gain more clarity and education on your eating regime as an athlete. Kristy Morrell Website Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danyele Wilson is a motivational fitness instructor who empowers women to “train like an athlete,” feel confident in their bodies, and focus on achieving personal gains (confidence, strength) rather than fitness losses (weight, inches.) As a lifelong athlete and athletically built woman of color, Danyele uses her platforms to inspire body positive messaging for all women, especially those who have been underrepresented in the fitness industry. On this episode of Real Pod, Danyele teaches us how to find our WHY for life so that we can feel inspired and stay motivated to pursue our goals, how to approach our fitness goals in a way that empowers and lifts us up, and what it truly means to embrace ourselves and our body no matter how imperfect we may feel. Danyele Viral Body-Image TikTok Danyele Instagram Video - Traumatic Experience AMP Human: Visit Amp Human and use code REALPOD15 for 15% off D+ lotion today! Talkspace: Use code REALPOD for $100 off your first month and to match with a licensed therapist today. www.toneandsculpt.app @ToneandSculptApp 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 and Max answer all of your questions about moving in together! What's been the biggest surprise? Are you fighting more?? How did you know you were ready for this?! Enjoy this episode as you hear their answers. This episode is sponsored by Skillshare. Explore your creativity at Skillshare.com/REALPOD and get a free trial of Premium Membership. 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.

Alexi Pappas is a former 2x All-American and Olympic runner. Alexi set a Greek national record in the 10,000 meters during the Rio Olympic Games and won two NCAA track victories at the University of Oregon. On-screen, she can be seen in the feature film Olympic Dreams and Trackdown, both movies she co-created and starred in. Alexi has also been profiled on the cover of the New York Times Sports Page, in the Rolling Stones, and NPR’s All Things Considered, while also being featured on the cover of Runner’s World Magazine next to Kevin Hart. Alexi is the author of her newly published memoir titled Bravery: Chasing Dreams, Befriending Pain, and Other Big Ideas. In this episode Alexi details her battle with post-Olympic depression, discusses the various ways collegiate athletes experience mental health issues, opens up about body-image as a runner, and illustrates how we can properly set and chase our goals. Follow @RealPod on Instagram! Bravey - Alexi Pappas Alexi Pappas - 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.

Christy Harrison is an anti-diet registered dietitian, nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and author of the bestselling book Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating. With more than 17 years of nutrition experience, Harrison’s work has been recognized in The New York Times, SELF, BuzzFeed, WIRED, Refinery29, and The Food Network. In today’s episode Christy is going to explain the history of diets and diet culture, after all, how did these mainstream fads come to be?! She’ll also explain what the health at every size movement truly means, as well as diving into the weight stigma, fat-phobia, thin privilege, and so much more! If you’re searching to break free from the hands of diet culture, definitely give this episode a listen! Episode Notes: Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison Food Psych - Christy Harrison Podcast Christy Harrison 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.

Sah D’Simone is a spiritual guide, meditation teacher, transformational speaker, and best selling author. He has studied with the best, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, and was cited as a "Radical Spiritual Guide" by Deepak Chopra, D'Simone has dedicated his life to the practice and teaching of Tantric Buddhism. This spiritual guru travels the world to reinvent the idea of bringing joy into healing with his spiritually sassy approach. Through his work, D’Simone challenges mental health stigmas, advocates for body confidence, and inclusivity of the LGBTQ and POC communities. In this episode, Sah and Victoria dive into the pain and struggle we experience when working towards forgiving those who have hurt us. Sah shares many of his tools and teachings to help anyone on the journey of self-healing and forgiveness feel more confident and comforted during the process. 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.

Kendall Toole is an elite Peloton instructor, lifestyle entrepreneur, and mental health advocate on a mission to elevate others. She leverages her platforms both on the bike and through social media to infuse energy and provide a safe space for others to feel authentic, express vulnerability, and align with their empowerment. While Kendall now spends her days inspiring and motivating others to find the joy in life, she was once battling OCD, and suffering through a deep state of depression. In this chilling episode, Kendall shares the highs and lows of her mental health journey, explaining how she went from thoughts of ending her life to a newfound determination to live her life to the fullest. Talkspace: Use code REALPOD for $100 off your first month at talkspace.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.

Victoria sits down with her long time best friends, Aubrey and Natalie, to reflect on the rollercoaster year that has been 2020! The three each share ways they have grown and changed throughout the past twelve months before they dive into their goals, resolutions, and hopes for the new year. If you're looking to reflect, ease into deep conversation, and also get a few belly laughs in, turn this episode up and enjoy! 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 Light is a body confidence and anti-diet influencer who has amassed over 300,000 followers on her Instagram platform. Alex shares the realities behind edited social media posts and empowers women to feel good about their bodies. After recovering from multiple eating disorders, Alex felt inclined to share her story in hopes of helping others and fighting back against toxic diet culture. In this episode, Victoria and Alex dive into their recovery journeys, detailing the many ups and downs they've faced to rebuild their relationships with food and themselves. This conversation is raw and honest, so please keep in mind this could be triggering for anyone who has experienced an eating disorder. Ask Victoria anything at https://heyhero.com/influencer/VictoriaGarrick 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.

Abby Dahlkemper is a professional soccer player who assisted the US Women's National Soccer Team in winning the 2019 World Cup Championship. In her first World Cup appearance, she played the most minutes out of anyone on the field, celebrating this historic win with greats like Alex Morgan and Abby Wambach. By being a part of this trailblazing team, Abby is breaking glass ceilings, inspiring female athletes everywhere, and paving the way for the future of women's soccer. In this episode, Abby gets real about her journey to the highest level of soccer, how she navigates her anxiety on such a public stage, and details the good, the bad, and the pivotal parts of her World Cup experience! 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.

Monica Aldama is the Head Coach of the 14x National Championship Winning Navarro College Cheer team! Famously known for her Netflix documentary, "CHEER," Monica and her athletes won over the hearts of America through their grit, dedication, and tear jerking underdog stories. Monica has been featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Oprah's Live Tour, & competed in the 2020 season of Dancing With The Stars! On this episode of Real Pod, Monica dives into her experiences as a coach at Navarro... How does she establish such a successful culture? When does she draw the line between hard work and pushing someone too far? What are the biggest hurdles she and her squad have faced? Monica also details the feelings of guilt that many competitors face when taking time off, what it was like to compete on DWTS, and reveals the self-care ritual she does every single night before bed! Calling all coaches, athletes, "CHEER" junkies, and competitors... this one's for you! Get in touch with me at HeyHero: https://heyhero.com/influencer/VictoriaGarrick 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. Glenn Fox is a neuroscientist who studies human performance and brain behavior. He is the Head of Program Design, Strategy, and Outreach at the USC Performance Science Institute and conducts research on the brain’s role in gratitude, social cognition, affective neuroscience, and social influence. He has won awards from the Greater Good Science Center, the Oskar Schindler Humanities Foundation, and the Shoah Foundation Institute for his innovation. In his free time, he is a mechanic and he teaches “The Science of Peak Performance” at the USC Marshall School of Business. Victoria took his class at USC and the two reunite on the podcast today to discuss the science of gratitude, human potential, and how a person can truly feel like they "are at the right place at the right moment." 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! 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.

Many athletes struggle to find their identity after their sport ends. On this episode of Real Pod, former USC and Pitt Quarterback, Max Browne, joins host and former USC Volleyball Player, Victoria Garrick, to discuss meaning and purpose. How do I transfer my passion from the game to passion for a job? How do I manage the new changes in my body and appetite? Where do you find motivation if you don't have a coach or team to hold you accountable? How do I discover what my new path in life is going to be? Victoria and Max dive into all of these questions and so much more. 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.

Emily DiDonato is a show-stopping Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model who’s been the face of Maybelline New York, covered Vogue Magazine, and modeled for Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Giorgio Armani. Despite all of these career accomplishments and receiving validation from the most sought after designers in the world, Emily has struggled with her body-image, battled insecurities, and she’s experienced rejection too. Emily is so candid in this interview as she tells all about her experiences in the modeling industry, explaining how there is an untold story behind the perfect faces and bodies we see in magazines. If you've ever caught yourself obsessing over the perfection of a supermodel, this episode just might change everything for you. 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.

Lindsay Fleming is a licensed therapist for teens and young adults who has amassed over 300,000 TikTok followers where she's known for her relatable, informative, and empowering mental health videos. As the first from her family to graduate from college and the founder of her own private practice, Lindsay's unique approach to counseling, anxiety, depression, and trauma is one that will make you feel more accepted and safe when talking about your challenges. In this episode, Victoria and Lindsey talk all about boundary setting, social anxiety, people pleasing, and owning and accepting what you're going through. This feel good mental health conversation will help you remember that you're not alone in what you're going through, and talking about mental health doesn't have to be dark and scary... it can actually be fun and cathartic! 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.

Jessi Jean is a certified Eating Psychology Coach who helps women stop binge eating and overeating. After struggling for over a decade with her own eating disorder, Jessi finally broke free from dieting and shame, taking us through her whole journey on this tell all episode. Jessi is passionate about uplifting others and has helped thousands of women overcome eating disorders and create healthy relationships with food, fitness, and body image. On this episode of Real Pod, Jessi shares how she went from counting every single macro to no longer thinking about food! She also shares tips and helpful advice for anyone who might be feeling the same. 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.

Kathryn Plummer is a former Stanford volleyball player, where she earned three NCAA championship titles and was named the NCAA player of the year two years in a row. On top of her collegiate accolades, Kathryn is the only player in history to win FIVB World Championship medals in both indoor and beach volleyball. Kathryn dishes on the "secret sauce" that was the key to her and the team's success at Stanford, as well as getting personal about the pressure she faced and how she managed to succeed despite the rigorous academic and athletic lifestyle as a Stanford athlete. Kathryn also talks about finding her identity off the court, how she learned to ask for help, and what it's like to be the best college volleyball player in the nation. You've never heard Kathryn as real or raw as she is during this interview! 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.