Glow Up And Speak Out
Glow Up and Speak Out is a weekly podcast hosted by Alex Ferrara, a New York City-based actress, host, and model, who takes an honest deep dive into women's health and beauty. Each episode features interviews with experts about often ignored or misdiagnosed women's health issues, as well as the laws that shape women's access to healthcare. The show also highlights the latest clean skincare and makeup products, along with new wellness trends and treatments. Alex mixes a little glamour with a lot of practical information for her audience.
Episodes
Ep. 50: GLP-1s, IV Therapy, & Peptides: The Future of Preventative Health with Bracha Banayan
This week, Alex sits down with Bracha Banayan, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who started her career in emergency room medicine, watched patients waiting all night just to get fluids, and decided there had to be a better way, leading her to found IV Drips, a premium mobile IV therapy company. She is also the founder of Hello Dose, a GLP-1-prescribing service now operating across 22 st
Ep. 49: The Test Your Doctor Isn’t Ordering with Natalie Samson
What if your DNA could tell your doctor exactly how to treat you from the get-go, before you spent years being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or prescribed the wrong medication? This week Alex is sitting down with genetic counselor and founder of Golden Genetics, Natalie Samson, to cover everything from diagnostic cancer-screening panels to functional root-cause genetic testing that can reveal your pred
Ep. 48: Dirty Shower Water, A Cosmetic Procedure Gone Wrong, & The Skincare Line Born From It All with Sara Douglas
What if the water coming out of your shower was secretly sabotaging your skin and hair? This week Alex is sitting down with Sara Douglas, whose curiosity about "hard, dirty water” led her to develop the Vitaclean filtered showerhead. Sara also shares her true, personal story of how a routine cosmetic procedure in 2024 left her with severe inflammation and bruised, discolored undereyes for mon
Ep. 47: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Vet Kat Puryear On Making The Squad, Netflix, Split Jumps, Equitable Pay, & Sporting Those Iconic White Shorts!
This week, Alex sits down with Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Vet Kat Puryear who has had an incredible career dancing for BOTH the NBA and the NFL, and is one of the breakout stars of the recent Netflix documentary series “America’s Sweethearts”. Kat lets us in on the process of becoming a member of the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader squad, what it physically takes to perform the famous “Thunderst
Ep. 46: The Truth About Doulas (And Why Every Woman Should Have One) with Erica Manto Paulson
What does a doula actually do, and why does it matter so much? In this episode, Alex sits down with Erica Manto Paulson, certified Doula + the Founder and CEO of Nurture, to break down the real role of a doula and how it’s completely different from a midwife or an OB. With nearly two decades of experience supporting over 1,000 births, Erica shares the research-backed truth: having a doula can sign
Ep. 45: Solo: Medical Gaslighting, Genetic Testing, Aspen, & ANTM, + Jones Road and New Beauty Faves!
This week’s solo episode is a full life update - from trips to Aspen and Hawaii (and what it’s really like flying with a toddler) to a deeper conversation on why trusting your gut, especially as a woman navigating the medical system, matters more than ever. Alex shares updates on the results of her genetic testing, her Zepbound journey, and her mold remediation, plus what she’s been trying lately
Ep. 44: Home Births in NYC, Producing for MTV, & Financially Planning for Motherhood with Brittany Dandy
This week, Alex is joined by journalist, producer, and founder Brittany Dandy, whose career includes working behind-the-scenes at MTV! Brittany reminisces about her reality TV and production days before diving into motherhood, including why she changed her mind about having kids, how she financially planned for childcare in New York City, and why she believes America needs to respect and support m
Ep. 43: True Botanicals: The Nature-Rooted, Anti-Inflammatory Approach to Truly Safe Skincare with Kaitlyn Moylan
In this episode, Alex sits down with Kaitlyn Moylan, the Director of Education and Field Sales at True Botanicals. They dive into how True Botanicals rigorously tests their formulas for total safety, including during pregnancy, and the science behind why their products actually work. Kaitlyn also shares their anti-inflammatory approach to skin health, the number one mistake most women are making w
Ep. 42: Female Race Car Driver & Beauty Founder Shay Hoelscher on Confidence, Business, and Breaking Barriers
This week, Alex sits down with race car driver and Privé Beauty founder Shay Hoelscher to explore how she navigates two seemingly opposite worlds - high-speed motorsports and clean, confidence-boosting beauty. Shay opens up about breaking into a male-dominated industry, building a purpose-driven haircare brand, and creating daily routines that support both peak performance and self-worth. We also
Ep. 41: Astrologer Madi Murphy on Creative Motherhood, Getting Unstuck, & Manifesting Your Dream Life
On this episode, Alex is joined by intuitive astrologer, podcast host, and “In the Cosmic Zone” author Madi Murphy for a conversation that puts a modern twist on ancient wisdom and spirituality. Alex and Madi bond over being NYC boy moms and dive into the full transformation that is motherhood. Madi discusses shedding old identities to make space for new ones, allowing your creativity to evolve as
Ep. 40: The Life of an NYC Showgirl with Broadway’s MiMi Scardulla
What does the life of a real deal New York City showgirl actually look like? This week, Alex sits down with Broadway actress/singer/dancer MiMi Scardulla, who lets us in on her journey from growing up dancing in Louisiana to lighting up Broadway as a Kit Kat Girl in Cabaret. MiMi gives a true behind-the-scenes peek at the Broadway audition process and how she embraces her own body and individualit
Ep. 39: Abortion Care Is Healthcare with Danika Severino Wynn, VP of Care & Access at Planned Parenthood
This week, Alex sits down with the incredible Danika Severino Wynn, a certified nurse midwife and the VP of Care & Access at Planned Parenthood, to pull back the curtain on everything this organization really does for women’s health. Alex and Danika cover the wide range of care Planned Parenthood provides far beyond abortion, from birth control to life-saving cancer screenings, and how they sh
Ep. 38: Late Night Cold Opens, Stand-Up Comedy, & the Art of the NBC Page Hustle with Emily Potthast
This week, Alex sits down with the hilarious and brilliant Emily Potthast, Emmy- and Peabody-winning cold open producer for “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”. Emily shares what it was like growing up in Missouri, how she became an NBC Page, her wild adventures hustling her way into NYC television, and the magic (and chaos!) behind writing cold opens. Plus, she dives into how she established her
Ep. 37: Lilith Fair, John Candy, & Tia Levings, + Winter Skin Essentials!
In this solo episode, Alex is revisiting two of her most formative childhood favorites - Lilith Fair and John Candy - and she could not be more thrilled that there are brand-new documentaries on BOTH out now to stream! She’s also diving into the must-read book “A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape From Christian Patriarchy” and unpacking why Tia Levings’s story feels so relevant to today’s politics, bef
Ep. 36: Tarot, The Moon, & Life As A Performer with Brooke Shapiro
In this episode, NYC-based actress, singer, and Tarot card reader Brooke Shapiro joins Alex for an honest (& magical!) conversation in our witchiest episode yet! Alex and Brooke discuss the realities of being a performer in New York, what exactly Tarot cards are (and how they can help you), and how to start exploring your own birth chart. Brooke shares her go-to crystals for your starter pack
Ep. 35: GLP-1s Explained: Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide, Labs, Lifestyle, Muscle Mass, & More with Obesity Specialist Sara Wootten
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Zepbound are making headlines, but what do you really need to know before starting them? In this episode, Alex sits down with certified obesity and family medicine specialist Sara Wootten to unpack the latest science behind GLP-1s and what it really takes to use these medications safely and effectively. She breaks down the differences between semaglutide and tirz
Ep. 34: Celeb Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist Sarai Martinez on the Business of Beauty, Life on Set, & Her Must-Have Products!
This week, Alex is joined by hair stylist and makeup artist Sarai Martinez, who shares her journey from being a 15-year-old salon assistant to building a thriving career in beauty. They go behind-the-scenes of what set life is really like (spoiler: it’s not always as glam as it looks), what it takes to work New York Fashion Week, and the differences between editorial and commercial work. Sarai als
Ep. 33: Zepbound, Serena Williams, & MAHA, Plus YSE Beauty, Saie, & True Botanicals
Is Zepbound the ultimate health hack, or the most misunderstood wellness tool? In this very honest episode, Alex shares why GLP-1s might not be the shortcut some people think they are, her take on what’s missing from the Serena Williams conversation, and her unfiltered opinions on the MAHA movement. Plus, the clean beauty must-haves she’s loving from YSE Beauty, Saie, and True Botanicals!Products
Ep. 32: Drug- & Hormone-Free Period Relief!? Amy Gaston on the OhmBody Breakthrough
This week, Alex sits down with Amy Gaston, VP of Strategic Growth at OhmBody, the first science-backed, wearable, drug-free, and hormone-free device designed to ease period pain. They bond over being first-born daughters and dive into Amy’s unique career trajectory that led her to the forefront of women’s health innovation. Amy breaks down exactly how OhmBody works to reduce both bleeding and pain
Ep. 31: Lasers, Microneedling, & The Science Behind Skincare That Actually Works with Aesthetician & Founder Marlie Hoyt
This week, Alex chats with Marlie Hoyt - licensed aesthetician, founder of Ayla Aesthetics & Laser, and self-proclaimed laser queen! Known for delivering both transformative skin results and a genuine connection with her clients, Marlie believes great skin is built on more than just treatments - it’s about confidence, education, and consistency.In this episode, Marlie breaks down how lasers re
Ep. 30: All Of Your Hormonal Birth Control Questions Answered! Plus Weighted Vests, GLP-1s, & What Exactly Is A D&C? With Double Board-Certified OBGYN Dr. Gouri
This week, Alex sits down with double board-certified Allara Health OBGYN Dr. Gouri. She debunks hormonal birth control myths and misinformation, details the IUD insertion process, and even breaks down the procedure called a D&C. Alex and Dr. Gouri also dive into the current high protein/heavy weights trend and the ways GLP-1s can be used in women’s health.Connect with Dr. Gouri: @wellnesswith
Ep. 29: IPL Lasers, BTS of The Kelly Clarkson Show & CBS News, Emergency Surgery, & A Solo Cabaret
This week, Alex sits down for a solo episode to catch you up on the last few months! She brings you behind-the-scenes of her day on The Kelly Clarkson Show, lets you in on the NYC daycare drama that led to an appearance on the evening news, opens up about her son’s recent hospital stay, shares how she put together her first-ever solo show, and details her experience with her very first IPL laser t
Ep. 28: Culina Health Co-Founder Tamar Samuels On Food As Medicine + Making Nutrition More Accessible & Inclusive
This week, Alex is sitting down with Tamar Samuels, the co-founder and head of clinical partnerships at Culina Health, a personalized nutrition platform powered by registered dietitians providing affordable, quality nutrition care. Culina Health takes health insurance (which is super rare when looking for a nutritionist!), AND the registered dietitians go far beyond just giving healthy meal ideas;
Ep. 27: Fasting While Eating? Renee Fitton Explains the Benefits of the 5-Day Prolon Reset & the Power of Cell Autophagy!
This week, Alex is sitting down with Renee Fitton, a registered longevity dietician and the director of education at Prolon, the 5-day reset program that allows you to get all of the health benefits of fasting WHILE eating and WITHOUT losing muscle! Renee earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Alberta and her master’s degree in nutrition, healthspan, and longevity from the
Ep. 26: Lexapro, Birth Control, Toxic Mold, & Alex’s Winter Skin Essentials
This week, Alex returns after a holiday hiatus with the most honest episode she’s ever recorded! She’s opening up about her health and medication journey, her new favorite movie that is unexpectedly the most candid portrayal of motherhood she’s ever seen, and how to survive the bitter winter with hydrated skin - PLUS she’s doing something she NEVER thought she would do… (hint: it’s a solo cabaret!
Ep. 25: Women Writing Musicals & How Broadway Shows Actually Get Made with Acclaimed Producer, Author, & Historian Jennifer Ashley Tepper
This week, Alex sits down with one of the most impressive creative multi-hyphenates in New York City, Jennifer Ashley Tepper, to discuss her new book Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy That The History Books Left Out, the first-ever book about female musical theatre writers. Jennifer shares how she juggles her writing and producing with her demanding schedule as the Creative and Programming Direct
Ep. 24: Endometriosis, PCOS, & Hormonal Health with Double Board-Certified OBGYN & Lifestyle Medicine Physician Dr. Gouri Pimputkar
On this episode, Alex sits down with double board-certified OBGYN & lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Gouri Pimputkar. Dr. Gouri combines her expertise in evidence-based gynecology with the transformative principles of lifestyle medicine. Her holistic approach addresses a broad range of women’s health concerns including conditions such as PCOS, infertility, endometriosis, metabolic syndrome, an
Ep. 23: Postpartum Recovery, Perimenopause, & Calming The Central Nervous System With Trainer + Women’s Health Expert Desi Bartlett
This week, Alex sits down with author, trainer, and women’s health expert Desi Bartlett. Desi has a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Dance, a Master’s degree in Corporate Fitness, and is only months away from earning her doctorate in Exercise Science. She holds advanced certifications in Yoga, Personal Training, Group Fitness, and Pre- & Post-Natal Fitness. Throughout her 30 ye
Ep. 22: Tradwives, Girlbosses, & French Parenting, + NEW Beauty Faves from Kosas, Merit, & More!
On this week’s solo episode, Alex dives into all of the hot topics that have been on her mind including the rise of the Tradwife, the fall of the Girlboss, how French couples raise their kids, the American childcare crisis, and the new Surgeon General’s warning for millennial parents - plus, have we all gone TOO far with our morning routines?! And, as always, she shares some of her fab new clean b
Ep. 21: Cannabis In Skincare?? Gilah Elul, Co-Founder of the Luxury Beauty Brand Muri Lelu, Explains the Anti-Inflammatory & Healing Properties of Using the Full Flower
This week, Alex sits down with Gilah Elul, the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of the clean luxury cannabis beauty brand Muri Lelu. Gilah first fell in love with beauty while serving as the VP of Creative Strategy at the award-winning branding agency Métier Creative where she worked on empowering brands at the intersection of media, fashion, and lifestyle, including Dr. Dennis Gross, August
Ep. 20: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Vet Kat Puryear On Making The Squad, Netflix, Split Jumps, Equitable Pay, & Sporting Those Iconic White Shorts!
This week, Alex sits down with Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Vet Kat Puryear who has had an incredible career dancing for BOTH the NBA and the NFL, and is one of the breakout stars of the recent Netflix documentary series “America’s Sweethearts”. Kat lets us in on the process of becoming a member of the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader squad, what it physically takes to perform the famous “Thunderst
Ep. 19: NYC Photographer & Actor Shani Hadjian On How To Get The Best Photo Of Yourself, Coming Out, & Working On A Network TV Set
This week, Alex sits down with NYC photographer, actor, and singer Shani Hadjian. Shani and Alex reminisce about going to musical theater school together and how that experience shaped them, open up about their eating disorder histories, and confess all of the tax mistakes they’ve learned from over the years as creatives. Shani shares what led up to becoming one of the MOST booked headshot photogr
Ep. 18: Chef Whitney Aronoff On Food As Healing Energy, The Gut/Brain Connection, & How To Food Prep When You Have No Time!
This week, Alex sits down with Chef Whitney Aronoff. Whitney is a personal chef based in Laguna Beach, the founder of Starseed Kitchen Organic Spice Rubs (now available at Erewhon Market), and the host of the “High Vibration Living” podcast. Alex and Whitney discuss what ancestral nutrition means, how to get the MOST nutrition and positive energy from the food that you make, how to prep a healthy
Ep. 17: Modeling Agent, Manager, & Mom, Sutton Lasater
This week, Alex sits down with Sutton Lasater, the VP of West Model & Talent Management, which represents over 300 models and actors around the world. Sutton takes us behind the scenes of the business of modeling, sharing what goes into discovering and developing new faces, what it’s like to have launched the careers of some major names in the industry (like Victoria Secret model Devon Windsor
Ep. 16: An FDA-Approved Device To Both Tone AND Relax Your Pelvic Floor While You Watch TV?! MaryEllen Reider Explains The Yarlap
This week, Alex sits down with MaryEllen Reider, a leading voice in pelvic floor health and the co-director of the Yarlap®, a wellness device for treating urinary incontinence and improving feminine performance and experience through muscle control to empower women through their pelvic floor muscles. MaryEllen explains how our pelvic floor affects our overall health and how this FDA-approved devic
Ep. 15: Cosmetic Dentist, Breast Cancer Survivor, & Women’s Health Advocate Dr. Bridget (Re-Release)
This week, we’re revisiting Alex’s interview with the award-winning, NYC-based cosmetic dentist Dr. Bridget Glazarov. Dr. Bridget earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from NYU and has served as Chief Resident at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is also the co-founder of Maison BE Dental Studio, a luxury dental practice in the Flatiron district of New York City. Dr. Bridget shares how surv
Ep. 14: French Girl Beauty, European vs. American Healthcare, Akashic Records, & PCOS With Certified Doula Julie Fotis
Alex is sitting down with Julie Fotis, a certified fertility, pregnancy, & labor doula who shares what women’s healthcare is like in Paris, how she healed her PCOS, and why you should attend a women’s circle, plus she demystifies the term Akashic records and gives us her best French girl beauty tips!
Connect with Julie: @julie_fotis
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Ep. 13: Goop On A Budget, Caudalie, RMS, Crown Affair, + More Clean Beauty & Postpartum Faves!
This week, Alex is sharing her review of the new Goop line for Amazon & Target, some old and new favorites from top clean beauty brands, updates on postpartum life, what it’s like being a New York mom so far, and why everyone should be paying more attention to Amy Schumer.
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Ep. 12: Home Births In The Hamptons, Hands-Free Leather Handbags, & Redefining Feminine Success, With GG Maull Founder Gretchen Maull Berger
Alex is sitting down with designer and founder Gretchen Maull Berger, who walks us through her TWO natural home births, takes us behind-the-scenes of the inner workings of high-end fashion retail (and why the system needs to be reimagined), and educates us on the realities of both waste and sustainability in the fashion industry.
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Ep. 11: Labor & Delivery in NYC, + Alex’s Postpartum Essentials!
Alex had her baby, and now she’s sharing EVERY detail, from pushing to placenta pills! In this special episode, she lets you in on her birth story (which did NOT go exactly as planned), where she is now, her postpartum recovery essentials, and why she’s starting pelvic floor PT!
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Ep. 10: Dr. Jessica Babich On C-Section Recovery, Pelvic Floor Prolapse, Tearing During Labor, Fertility, & Digestion
This week, Alex is sitting down with Dr. Jessica Babich, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in pelvic health, orthopedics, and sports medicine who owns her own practice in Manhattan. Jessica walks us through how an optimally-functioning pelvic floor can completely improve women’s (and men’s!) quality of life, from back and hip pain to fertility health and digestion. Plus, she’ll blow your m
Ep. 9: Maternal Femoral Nerve Damage, Hospital Labor Interventions, & How Pushing For Too Long Led To Months Of Paralysis, With Actor & Writer Brittney Bertier
This week, NYC-based actor, writer, and new mom Brittney Bertier bravely shares her labor story. She walks us through what led to her Maternal Femoral Nerve Damage diagnosis, how it has impacted her life, and what she wants every woman to know about it. She and Alex discuss what she wishes she knew before giving birth, the pros and cons of hospital interventions, and their takeaways from the 2007
Ep. 8: CARMINDY! Makeup Artist & Star of TLC’s “What Not To Wear” Talks Natural Beauty, The 5-Minute Face, Her 30-Year Career In Fashion, & Her Very Own Beauty Line!
This week, Alex sits down with legendary makeup artist Carmindy who takes us behind the scenes of TLC’s “What Not To Wear”, lets us in on everything she’s learned in her 30-year career in fashion, reminds us that our own unique natural beauty is worth celebrating, and shares ALL about her beauty line Carmindy Beauty, which is available NOW on Amazon!
Connect With Carmindy: @carmindybeauty
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Ep. 7: Ozempic, Metformin, Insulin Resistance, & PCOS With Certified Obesity And Family Medicine Provider Sara Wootten
Alex and Sara discuss the new medical research showing that in many cases obesity is a disease and not a lifestyle choice, the pros and cons of weight loss and blood sugar medications, how our hormones and gut microbiome affect our metabolic health, and why it is SO important to advocate for yourself with your doctor to access the lab tests that you need!
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Ep. 6: Pregnancy Must-Haves + Alex’s Tips For Managing Mild Hyperemesis, GERD, Mastitis, Anemia, & Carpal Tunnel
Alex is having a baby! If you thought she’d be the cute pregnant gal eating kale salads and going to Pilates… you would be quite wrong! She’s sharing all the details of her pregnancy journey so far as she comes to the end of her 3rd trimester, the tricks that got her through, and everything she wishes she knew before!
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Ep. 5: Clean Living & Beauty Advocate Angela Flotken On Making Small Preventative Changes To Improve Environmental Health, Raising Teenage Girls, & Her Plant-Based Lifestyle
This week, Alex sits down with environmental health advocate Angela Flotken. Angela walks us through all of her non-toxic living tips, from beauty to house cleaning to cooking. She also lets us in on her work in Washington D.C. advocating for better regulations and safer self-care products, and shares how she's raising three self-sufficient daughters in 2023.
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Ep. 4: Reproductive Rights & Constitutional Law Scholar, Author, & Professor Michele Goodwin On Looking Back At History To Understand Today (Re-Release)
This week, we’re revisiting an important interview with Dr. Michele B. Goodwin from earlier this year that’s really worth a second listen. Alex sits down with Dr. Goodwin to walk us through the history of American laws restricting reproductive rights for women, from involuntary reproductive servitude in the times of slavery to denying pregnant women access to life-saving healthcare today.
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Ep. 3: Alex’s 2023 Beauty Hall Of Fame
This week, Alex sits down for her very first “Glow Up And Speak Out” solo episode! She talks about her hopes and intentions for this podcast, her “from the inside out” beauty philosophy, and then lets you in on ALL of her must-haves and “empties” from beauty and skincare to haircare and accessories. Alex’s favorite things make the PERFECT gifts for the fabulous ladies in your life this holiday sea
Ep. 2: Pelvic Floor Strength, Preventing Diastasis Recti, and Getting Back To Nutrition & Beauty Basics with Pre/Postnatal-Certified Trainer Emilie Battle
Today, Alex is sitting down with pre and postnatal-certified personal trainer Emilie Battle. Emilie explains why keeping your pelvic floor healthy and strong involves more than just kegels, what Diastasis Recti means and what every woman needs to know about it, plus she gives us her tips on bringing it back to basics when it comes to your nutrition and beauty routine.
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Ep. 1: Size-Inclusive, Internationally Published Fashion Stylist Annie Heyward on Dressing Every BODY, Overcoming Postpartum Depression, & What Every Woman Needs In Her Closet
This week, Alex is sitting down with her FIRST guest on the "Glow Up And Speak Out" podcast - Annie Heyward. Annie is a size-inclusive, internationally published fashion stylist best known for her ability to translate high fashion into achievable looks for all budgets and body types! Annie works all over the country and has spent 16 years in the fashion industry. She gives us her expert
Introducing... "Glow Up And Speak Out" with Alex Ferrara
“Glow Up and Speak Out” takes an honest deep-dive into women’s health and beauty. Alex Ferrara (NYC-based actress, host, model, and soon-to-be-mom) is interviewing the most knowledgeable experts about often-ignored or misdiagnosed women’s health issues (like fibroids, PCOS, and pelvic floor health) and the laws that control women’s healthcare access - because educating and advocating for ourselves
Obsessed Ep. 520: What's Next For "Obsessed With The Best"
We have an important announcement about the future of "Obsessed With The Best"! Thank you SO much for being a part of our community. Please stay subscribed here, and stay tuned for more to come!
Obsessed Ep. 519: Broadway Acting Coach & Leadership Consultant Jen Waldman On Fostering Creativity In Any Workplace, The First Pancake, & Art As A Business
This week, we’re sitting down with Broadway acting coach, speaker, and leadership consultant Jen Waldman. Jen shares with us her passion for bringing art into artless spaces, how she uses creativity as a tool for growth in any workplace, and how to tell the difference between fear and burnout. Jen also walks us through what a “Quarterly Review” for creatives looks like and why it’s so important fo
Obsessed Ep. 518: Vagina Steaming, Dating Apps, Melanie Lynskey, & New Beauty Faves!
On this episode, Alex tells us all about her recent visit to VSPOT in NYC, and what it was like to get her first V-Steam! She also gives us the scoop on the BEST makeup primers for summer, as well as the secret to growing strong, luscious lashes that’s both non-toxic and under $20! Then Tina fills us in on her foray into speed dating and shares her latest favorite beauty products that won’t break
Obsessed Ep. 517: Reproductive Rights & Constitutional Law Scholar, Author, & Professor Michele Goodwin On Looking Back At History To Understand Today
This week, Alex sits down with Dr. Michele Goodwin, who walks us through the history of American laws restricting reproductive rights for women, from involuntary reproductive servitude in the times of slavery to denying pregnant women access to life-saving healthcare today.
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Obsessed Ep. 516: The Bump-It, AirPod Putty, & Glow Drops: Our Hacks For Keeping Clean, Volumized, and Bronzed
On this episode, Alex shares the best way to clean out your AirPods, how to travel with your shoes germ-free, her secret to an instant glow, and her sneaky trick for staying hydrated. Tina brings back the Bump-It, rocks some 80s style brows, and gives us the scoop on her all-time favorite workout: Orange Theory Fitness.
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Obsessed Ep. 515: Making Your Own Rules For A Wedding That’s As Unique As Your Partnership, With Amy Shack Egan, Founder + CEO Of Modern Rebel
This week, we sit down with Amy Shack Egan, founder and CEO of Modern Rebel, an NYC-based disruptive and unconventional wedding planning company that prides themselves on inclusivity! (Fun fact: Alex used Modern Rebel to help plan her own wedding in 2019!) Amy shares the key components for creating a unique and memorable “love party” and how Modern Rebel helps couples keep the traditions they love
Obsessed Ep. 514: Alex Goes To Face Gym, Tina Gets The Butterfly Cut, Plus Budget-Friendly Beauty & Your Lashes’ New Secret Weapon
This week, Alex gives us the inside scoop on Face Gym, plus her brutally honest reviews of some of her fave products, comparing everything from efficacy to price point and explaining what’s worth the splurge and WHY, so that you can get the BEST for your budget! Then Tina lets us in on her new healthcare journey, tells us all about her new favorite haircut, and obsesses over the best hair and lash
Obsessed Ep. 513: Everything You Need To Know About Injectables, Lasers, & Vetting A Plastic Surgeon With Avani Nayak, Co-Founder of Avani Derm Spa & Nayak Plastic Surgery
On this episode, we sit down with Avani Nayak, the co-founder of Avani Derm Spa & Nayak Plastic Surgery, who answers your listener questions: What is Kybella? What is Morpheus? What’s the best way to deal with under-eye bags and tech neck? Plus, she gives us her expert advice on how to achieve NATURAL botox results, what to look for when vetting a plastic surgeon, her personal favorite treatments
Obsessed Ep. 512: CULTS: What They Are, How They Happen, & Why We’re ALL Susceptible
On this episode, we dive into the ways our culture has become flooded with news articles, documentaries, and podcasts about different CULTS dedicated to everything from fiber and yoga to sex and coercive control. We share what we’ve both learned through our OWN cult and cult-like experiences, including EACH of our very different personal encounters with the infamous Landmark Forum.
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Obsessed Ep. 511: 305 Fitness Founder Sadie Kurzban On Body Acceptance, The Benefits Of Dance-Based Workouts, & Moving Your Body To Feel Joy!
Alex sits down with Sadie Kurzban, the founder of one of her FAVORITE workouts, 305 Fitness! Sadie lets us in on all of the health benefits of a dance cardio-based workout (trauma release and brain & cardiovascular health, to name a few!), talks about how growing up with both Cuban & Jewish roots has informed how she’s built her business, plus she shares her journey from disordered eating to body
Obsessed Ep. 510: Quickie-Sode: Alex Breaks Down Influencer Lingo: Affiliate Links, Brand Partnerships, What's Real & What's BS
Everyone’s an influencer, and we ALL have social media fatigue. Alex takes you behind the curtain of influencer culture, breaks down some key social media terms, and gives you her tips to better curate your feed!
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Obsessed Ep. 509: Obsessed With The Empowered Artist Collective!
In this very special collaboration episode, we sit down with Jennifer Apple, the creator and host of the “Empowered Artist Collective” podcast! (she is also a very accomplished NYC actress, singer, & coach). The three of us talk about balancing different creative career paths, how we practice not getting stuck in the comparison game, and why we as women need to continue to free ourselves from soci
Obsessed Ep. 508: TV Personality, Author, & Spotlight Magazine Founder Sydney Sadick On Print In a Digital World, Confidence In Front Of The Camera, & Growing Up In Manhattan
This week, we sit down with author, style expert, and Spotlight magazine founder Sydney Sadick. Sydney shares what it was like to grow up on the Upper East Side, write her first book “Aim High: How To Style Your Life And Achieve Your Goals”, and publish her very own magazine! Plus, she takes us behind-the-scenes of how she picks her magazine cover stars, what it’s like to make consistent TV appear
Obsessed Ep. 507: Tina Gets Botox, Alex Goes Inside The Actors Studio, Plus: Geena Davis, Humidifiers For Skincare, & Moon + Liver Juice!
In this episode, Tina shares ALL the details of her first botox experience, Alex tells us what it was like to get a peek inside the historic and exclusive “Actors Studio”, plus we dive into eczema fixes, collagen and magnesium powder, the only humidifier that doesn’t gross us out, the new Geena Davis autobiography, and what the heck is liver juice??
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Obsessed Ep. 506: The ULTIMATE Wedding Guide, with Wedding Photographer Shanti Knight
On this episode, we sit down with professional Chicago & NYC-based wedding photographer Shanti Knight to give you the ULTIMATE wedding planning guide! Shanti answers the questions you might not even think to ask, like: Do you need a second shooter? Why is wedding photography SO expensive? Alex shares all of the MOST important lessons she learned from planning her own NYC wedding, and Tina gives al
Obsessed Ep. 505: Movies, Books, Makeup, & Oils: What We’re Putting In Front Of And ON Our Faces
On this episode, Alex gives us the lowdown on inspiring, female-driven music documentaries, her new favorite (and CONVENIENT) spot concealer, her tried-and-true face oils, plus her thoughts on Bethenny Frankel’s book “Business Is Personal”. Tina shares how she spent her 35th birthday in Cancun, the book she could NOT put down, the BEST everyday foundation she has ever used, and her new favorite Au
Obsessed Ep. 504: Netflix Director Of HR Ayaunna Bibb: On Diversity In the Workplace, Foundations Of Confidence, And Staying Curious
On this episode, Tina sits down with the LA Based director of HR at Netflix - Ayaunna Bibb. They chat about where she gets her inspiration, the challenges of being a woman in a high power position, and of course - what beauty products she is obsessing over at the moment. From an early start in theater to now working at one of the largest entertainment streaming companies, Ayaunna’s course has been
Obsessed Ep. 503: The NON-Negotiables In Our Calendar For A Happy, Healthy New Year
In this episode, we are talking self-care BEYOND beauty and sharing the NON-negotiable appointments that are ALWAYS in our calendars! From financial advisor meetings to waxes and bloodwork, we give you ALL the details on how we keep our brains, bodies, and lives running.
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Obsessed Ep. 502: Casting Director Rose Rosen On Advice For Actors, Authentic Jewish Casting, & Growing Up As The Child Of Holocaust Survivors
This week, we sit down with casting director and host Rose Rosen, who tells us about her big break casting for the iconic film “Edward Scissorhands”, gives helpful auditioning tips for actors, and breaks down what casting directors are REALLY looking for in a headshot. Plus, she shares the story of her parents who survived the Holocaust, why it’s so important to educate ourselves on Jewish history
Obsessed Ep. 501: Retinol Vs. Bakuchiol, Tina’s First Colonic, & HARRY & MEGHAN!
Happy new year! On today’s episode, Tina fills us in on her dating life and takes us behind the scenes of her very FIRST colonic, and Alex explains why she spent a full workday in her underwear! Plus, Alex shares her views on retinol and tells us all about a cleaner, safer alternative, AND we give our hot takes on the explosive Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Netflix doc!
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Obsessed Ep.421: “The Audacity To Be Queen” Author Gina DeVee On Bringing Feminine Values To The Forefront, Breaking Free Of Generational Trauma, & Living Big In A World That Conditions Us To Be Small
On this episode we sit down with Gina DeVee, the founder of Divine Living, a global lifestyle and empowerment brand for women, and the author of “The Audacity to be Queen." Gina is also an accomplished speaker, transformational coach, and podcast host! She shares all the ways we can start to break free from generations of trauma and conditioning, why playing “little miss perfect” keeps us small, t
Obsessed Ep. 420: Dobbs v. Jackson Aftermath: A Nurse Practitioner Lays Out the Ripple Effects The Supreme Court’s Decision Will Have On Women’s Health & How Americans Practice Medicine
On this episode, we speak to a Nurse Practitioner who formerly practiced in Missouri and currently practices in NYC and Boston about the repercussions of the recent SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe V. Wade. We discuss the most important details every human with a uterus needs to know, from emergency contraception options to the future of women’s health care moving forward, and why abortion care, in
Obsessed Ep. 419: Fashion Icon, Travel Blogger, & Co-Founder Of Into The Night Esther Kim On Staying Spontaneous, Traveling The World, & Working Hard To Play Hard
On this episode, we sit down with Esther Kim, the co-founder of the clothing brand Into The Night which has been featured in Marie Claire, Vanity Fair, Nylon, and Who What Wear, to name a few! Esther shares with us the inspiration and mission behind her clothing line, a behind-the-scenes look into her design process, the strangest beverage she’s ever sipped abroad, and her best tips for staying sp
Obsessed Ep. 418: Award-Winning NYC Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Bridget On Opening Her Own Practice, Surviving Breast Cancer, & Inspiring Other Women
On this episode, Alex sits down with the award-winning, NYC-based cosmetic dentist, Dr. Bridget. Dr. Bridget earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from NYU, and has served as Chief Resident at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is also the co-founder of Maison BE Dental Studio, a luxury dental practice in the Flatiron district of New York City opening in July 2022. Dr. Bridget shares how sur
Obsessed Ep. 417: Alex’s Thoughts On Diet Culture, Tina Meets Sara Bareilles, & The French Makeup Artist & Honest Beauty Product We’re Obsessing Over!
We’ve had an action-packed NYC week and there’s SO much to share! From encounters with JLo and Sara Bareilles to Tina’s most recent dating updates! Plus, Alex gives us her take on “diet culture” and we tell you all about the new French makeup artist and magic cleanser we’re obsessing over!
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Obsessed Ep. 416: Broadway & TV Actress Molly Hager On Growing Up In The Entertainment Industry, What Drives Her, & The Transition From Stage To Screen.
On this episode, we sit down with NYC actress, singer, and recording artist Molly Hager. Molly was an original cast member of Broadway’s “Waitress”, in the cult off-Broadway hit musical “Heathers”, and can be seen later this summer starring as Detective Virginia Rider in “5 Days At Memorial” on Apple+. She is also a frequent collaborator of musical theater writers, Joe Iconis and Michael R. Jackso
Obsessed Ep. 415: Pam Anderson On Broadway, The Making Of The Godfather, Cooking With Julia Child, & Tina’s Latest Dating Escapades!
On this episode, Alex and Tina give their RAVE reviews of Pam Anderson in Broadway’s “Chicago”, Alex introduces Tina to “The Godfather” and tells us why we should ALL be watching “The Offer”, and Tina shares why she wants to cook with Julia Child and recounts how she recently started out on one date and accidentally ended up on another.
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Obsessed Ep. 414: Award-Winning Anchor & Correspondent For Bloomberg Quicktake Mady Mills On Her Life On-Air, Interview Technique, & Financial Smarts
On this episode, Tina chats with award-winning anchor and correspondent for Bloomberg Quicktake, Mady Mills. Mady has interviewed high-profile personalities like Dr. Anthony Fauci, Vice President Kamala Harris, Secretary Buttigieg, and Deepak Chopra. She also has an extensive background in journalism and has worked for both the New York Times and New York Magazine. Mady gives us a behind-the-scene
Obsessed Ep. 413: Behind The Scenes Of SNL, Adventures In Online Dating, Best Bags For Under $100, & So Much More!
On this episode, Alex takes us behind the scenes of the Saturday Night Live dress rehearsal and Tina fills us in on her latest online dating adventures. We also chat about the two new documentaries you MUST see, the red lip that will actually last all night, the highlighter that is bound to turn heads, washable shoes, and your new favorite bag for under $100!
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