Best Pefectionism Podcasts (2024)

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Fantasy Fiction Draft: Winter Edition 1:18:42

3M ago1:18:42

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Summary: It's Super Bowl Sunday, and this football fan is here to celebrate with a Fantasy Fiction book draft. Join the romance reading (and writing) "team captains" as they draft their favorite books releasing between January 1st - March 31st, 2024. 💖 Then, vote for your favorite "team" on the Boobies & Noobies Instagram. The Team Captains: Kelly …

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Steamy Spotlight: Interview with Kristen Alicia 34:20

3M ago34:20

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Episode Summary: We're kicking off the eighth season of Boobies & Noobies with Kristen Alicia, whose debut romance, You've Been Served, is available now! Along with Kristen's new book, we also discuss the legacy of Legally Blonde, magic eight balls, and dismantling "milestone" expectations for women. Guest: Kristen Alicia, author of You've Been Ser…

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Secret Heir for Christmas (Boobsmas #12) 59:49

4M ago59:49

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The Novel: Secret Heir for Christmas The Author: LaQuette The Guest: Bree, co-host of The Categorically Romance Podcast The Synopsis: This holiday, will the man next door tempt him with a second chance? Actor Carter Jiménez lived a glamorous life until he lost his wife to the dark side of fame. Now he’ll protect his young daughter by avoiding celeb…

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The Christmas Veto (Boobsmas #11) 1:00:19

4M ago1:00:19

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The Novel: The Christmas Veto The Author: Keira Andrews The Guest: Simone The Synopsis: Can fake dating lead to true love? My name’s Connor Lisowski, and here’s what you need to know about me: I’ve had a massive crush on my best friend’s older brother since high school. Everyone thinks I’m straight. I have two dads but I’m afraid to come out. I’ve …

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It's a Fabulous Life (Boobsmas #10) 58:36

4M ago58:36

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The Novel: It's a Fabulous Life The Author: Kelly Farmer The Guest: Jessica Buck, San Diego Public Library The Synopsis: After years of putting aside her dreams of travel and adventure, Bailey George is ready to leave Lanford Falls and her responsibilities behind on a long-awaited vacation to New York City. But when the volunteer who took over her …

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The Santa Pageant (Boobsmas #9) 49:25

4M ago49:25

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The Novel: The Santa Pageant The Author: Lillian Barry The Guest: Amanda, from Talk About Swoon The Synopsis: Ten years ago, best friends Effie and Tove kissed in the bushes at Winter Ball…and then stood there like lemons, as if they weren’t crushing on each other so hard it hurt. In the confusion, their friendship fizzled, and Tove walked into the…

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Wishing on Winter (Boobsmas #8) 58:53

4M ago58:53

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The Novel: Wishing on Winter The Author: Brenna Bailey The Guest: Laura, host of What to Read Next and Turkish TV Obsessed The Synopsis: The aspiring novelist. The retired drummer. The fake relationship that will warm up their winter. Evvie Adler thought she’d never find love again. Then the recent pair-ups of her two best friends make the queer se…

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Under the Meh-stletoe (Boobsmas #7) 59:14

5M ago59:14

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The Novel: Under the Meh-stletoe The Author: Leonor Soliz The Guest: Caroline, Just Me and My Mirror (Tiktok, Instagram) The Synopsis: Planning my hometown’s annual Christmas celebrations is bad enough… Having to do it with a hard-to-resist grump is even worse. When my injured sister guilt-trips me into organizing the town’s holiday celebrations, o…

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Ep #100 My Journey to Love 55:31

5M ago55:31

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I deeply believed that I was unlovable for years and the biggest challenge I had on my journey to embracing my unconditional self-worth was believing that I’m lovable and letting go of the belief that I needed a partner to prove that I was worthy. I wonder if you’ve ever struggled with the same thing? I want you to know that you’re not alone in wha…

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Sentient Sour Cream and Applesauce... (Boobsmas #6) 1:00:19

5M ago1:00:19

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The Novella: Sentient Sour Cream And Applesauce Bisexually Get Me Off For Hanukkah Because The Latkes Are Gone But My Ass Is Still Here The Author: Chuck Tingle The Guest: Becky, host of Too Stupid to Live The Synopsis: Hanukkah is Sarah’s favorite holiday, but there’s one part of the festivities she adores even more than the rest: latkes. Who coul…

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Almost Pefect (Boobsmas #5) 59:39

5M ago59:39

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The Novel: Almost Perfect The Author: E.F. Dodd The Guest: Briana, owner and founder of Wicked Words The Synopsis: All he wants for Christmas is her. Dave Richardson's life hasn't turned out the way he thought it would. He never expected to slink back to his hometown of Rochester two years ago and take a bartending job, nor did he expect he'd still…

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Ep #99 Lessons from the Waiting Room 25:45

5M ago25:45

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Have you ever been left waiting for what you wanted? Maybe it was waiting for a promotion, waiting for love, waiting for a baby. I think we all go through waiting periods in our lives and if you’re anything like me, it can be hard to wait. I want you to know that you’re not alone in your waiting. At some point this summer (I’m not sure exactly when…

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Hookup to Holidate (Boobsmas #4) 56:02

5M ago56:02

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The Novel: Hook-up to Holidate The Author: Rose Santoriello (previously published as Priscilla Rose) The Guest: Anna & Taylor, co-hosts of The Naked Peach Podcast The Synopsis: Indigo Watson gets serotonin from sticking to her plans. She has a long list of to-do’s, including grading midterms, and the list only grows longer when she meets a sexy hal…

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Second Chance Snowmance (Boobsmas #3) 54:44

5M ago54:44

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The Novel: Second Chance Snowmance The Author: Caroline Frank The Guest: Caroline Frank The Synopsis: Rosie Castillo swore to herself that she’d never go back home—no matter what. But after her sister decides to get married in her snowy hometown in Colorado on New Year’s Eve, she’s left with no other choice but to return to the scene of the worst m…

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Ep #98 It's Been a Hard Year, Here's How I'm Coping 32:50

5M ago32:50

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This has been a hard year for me. Not all bad by any measure but definitely hard. I started the year out with big goals and plans for my business and met very few of them. My themes for this year were fun and ease and, ironically, I struggled with both of those things. I experienced the resurgence of self-worth challenges that I thought I had resol…

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Clued in Christmas (Boobsmas #2) 1:04:46

5M ago1:04:46

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The Novel: Clued in Christmas The Author: Mia Heintzelman The Guest: Angela Maria Hart, host of the Cozy Mystery Book Club 12 Days of Cozies (December 1st - 12th) The Synopsis: Nadia Sikes usually loves the holidays—cozy game nights, snowy mountain girls’ trips, hours decking the halls at Love & Games. But when her two best friends and co-owners fi…

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Snowed in for Christmas (Boobsmas #1) 54:53

5M ago54:53

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The Novella: Snowed in for Christmas The Author: Jaqueline Snowe The Guest: Esther The Synopsis: Sorority mom Becca Fairfield is used to guys not taking her seriously. She’s too blond, too quirky, or Just. Too. Much. So she’s ditched dating to focus on her job and a house filled with drama and plenty of tea. Now with the holidays and a major blizza…

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Ep #97 This is How You Release Pefectionism with Dr. Rebecca Hubbard 51:23

5M ago51:23

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So many of us struggle with perfectionism. Women in particular are socialized to believe that being perfect makes us worthy. If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent years trying to be perfect in all the ways you could think of (academically, professionally, in friendships, in romantic relationships, etc.). After pursuing perfectionism for long eno…

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Ep #96 Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Dr. Mariel Buqué 59:35

5M ago59:35

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Intergenerational trauma is something that impacts most of us whether we know it or not. The trauma that our mothers experienced when we were in their wombs impacts us, the trauma that their mothers experienced impacted them and on and on and on. While it can be discouraging to consider the trauma that has impacted so many people in our lineage, it…

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Ep #95 You Have the Power to Design Your Life with Jamila Reddy 1:01:15

6M ago1:01:15

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Have you been trying to avoid failure and disappointment and ended up living on the sidelines of life? Have you been so worried about the opinions of others or caught up in people pleasing that you have become disconnected from the desires of your heart? I know these are deep questions but they are so important to wrestle with if we want to claim o…

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How to Reconnect to Yourself with Mohini Gima 53:26

6M ago53:26

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Do you feel disconnected from yourself? Have you spent so much time and energy doing what other people want that you no longer feel connected to what you truly desire? This is a common experience for so many of us, women in particular. In this episode of the podcast we are going to explore how this happens and show you how to reconnect with yoursel…

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How Limiting Beliefs Limit Your Life with Jennifer Standish 49:15

6M ago49:15

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Do you have beliefs about yourself and your life that keep you stuck? Do you find yourself longing to do something bigger with your life or break out of your comfort zone but continually feel pulled back into old habits and patterns? Well, you may be experiencing the effects of limiting beliefs in your life. In this episode of Unconditionally Worth…

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EP 92: How to Improve Your Relationship With Yourself & Your Food with Wendy Lopez & Jessica Jones 47:44

6M ago47:44

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Is your relationship to food feeling like a burden? Do you want to improve your relationship with yourself and make healthier choices? Do you want to feel a sense of freedom and joy when it comes to food? In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Wendy Lopez & Jessica Jones, nationally recognized Registered Dietitians, Certif…

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EP 91: Owning The Power of Your Voice with Samara Bay 49:32

7M ago49:32

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Do you struggle with public speaking? Do you want to learn how to speak up and feel worthy of using your voice in powerful ways? If so, stop scrolling and click play! In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Samara Bay, a Speech Advisor/Coach and Best-Selling Author of “Permission to Speak: How to Change What Power Sounds Li…

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EP 90: A Self-Worth Conversation with My Mom with Dr. Kumea Shorter-Gooden 48:43

7M ago48:43

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In this very special episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I’m joined by my mom, Dr. Kumea Shorter-Gooden, a Psychologist, DEI Consultant/Coach, and co-author of Shifting: The Double Lives of Black Women in America. Listen in as we have a profound and meaningful conversation about her life and self-worth journey. My mom shines light on how…

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Tit Talk - Nostalgic Love: Romantic Updates to Stories We Love 1:08:14

7M ago1:08:14

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Summary: I, for one, am a huge fan of adaptations, retellings, and re-imaginings of romance favorites, from Shakespeare's classic comedies to romcoms of the 80s and 90s. During this panel we'll discuss the process of adapting existing source material, highlight a few favorites (including some of the panelists' books), and explore stories we haven't…

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EP 89: Liberating Ourselves and Decolonizing Mental Health with Dr. Han Ren 40:01

7M ago40:01

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What does it mean to decolonize mental health? As BIPOC folk, how do we liberate ourselves from colonization and mental illness? In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Dr. Han Ren, a licensed clinical and school psychologist, consultant, speaker, and educator who is deeply rooted in liberation and anti-oppressive work. Tun…

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EP 88: How to Stop Erasing Yourself and Start Seeing Yourself with Amanda Miller Littlejohn 1:00:36

7M ago1:00:36

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Do you ignore your talents and interests in the pursuit of the American Dream? Do you make yourself small to fit in or fly under the radar? Do you over-prioritize hard work until there’s no time for self-expression, creativity, or fun? You might be falling victim to self-erasure… In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Aman…

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EP 87: The Power of Healing in Community with Dr. Christine Coleman 56:50

8M ago56:50

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Do you feel alone or like you’re “the only one” that has gone through what you’ve gone through? Do you not feel seen when talking to the people in your life? Does the term “group coaching” make you want to run for the hills? If so, tune in! In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Christine Coleman, a Licensed Therapist, Spe…

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EP 86: How Claiming Your Worth Creates Shifts in Your Life 37:09

8M ago37:09

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In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I invite three former members of the Unconditionally Worthy Group Coaching Program to shed light on their self-worth journeys and what they’ve gained from the program. Based on their own personal experiences, Felicia, Larissa, and Toni each describe how claiming your worth creates shifts, both …

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EP 85: From Believing to Embodying Self-Worth 40:18

8M ago40:18

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How do you go from believing in your self-worth to fully embodying worthiness? In this solo episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I talk about the difference between intellectually knowing that you are worthy and truly embodying your unconditional self-worth. Then, I share three ways you can start shifting from believing you’re worthy to a…

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BONUS EP: How to Be Honest and Kind With Yourself with Kristina Mand-Lakhiani 58:25

10M ago58:25

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Can you love yourself when you are not the best version of yourself? In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Kristina Mand-Lakhiani, an international speaker, entrepreneur, artist, and author of the recently published book, “Becoming Flawesome: The Key to Living an Imperfectly Authentic Life”. Listen in as Kristina and I di…

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Steamy Spotlight: Interview with Camille Kellogg 49:55

11M ago49:55

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Episode Summary: What's better than Pride and Prejudice? GAY Pride and Prejudice. Join debut author, Camille Kellogg, and I as we discuss her debut release, Just as You Are. Other topics include our favorite adaptations of Pride and Prejudice (in books and on screen), how early 2000s romcoms shaped our romance reading journeys, and of course, the i…

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EP 84: Here’s What I Do When I’m Triggered 32:36

11M ago32:36

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Tired of getting triggered and not knowing how to heal and move on from it? Want to learn my approach to dealing with triggers? Tune in! In this solo episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I share what I do when I’m triggered and offer advice that will help you better navigate your triggers so you can live an easier life with less anxiety, …

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Steamy Spotlight: Interview with Kayla Grosse 1:00:30

11M ago1:00:30

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Episode Summary: This episode has been a long time coming, and it's a wild one for sure! We cover everything from the wonderful world of fanfiction - "The Practice" and the Green & Pink Power Rangers, obviously - to the effects of purity culture on readers and writers today, and even a few helpful tips for how to write more authentic fat characters…

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EP 83: Navigating the Challenges & Opportunities of Midlife with Julie Artis 51:32

12M ago51:32

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Are you currently navigating midlife or curious about what midlife will be like for you? Let me first tell you, it’s not full of crises! Midlife is actually a beautiful, transformative time that can enable you to live a life full of curiosity, passion, wisdom, and above all, FUN. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Juli…

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EP 82: Knowing Your Human Design Helps You Claim Your Worth with Dr. Naieema Jackson 50:07

12M ago50:07

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Did you know there’s a simple, yet profound way to learn more about who you truly are AND confidently claim your worth? It’s called Human Design. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Dr. Naieema Jackson, an Intuitive Business Strategist and Human Design Expert. Listen in as Naieema and I explore what human design is, the…

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EP 81: Lessons From a Year of Motherhood 26:54

12M ago26:54

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My daughter, Amani Joy, is turning one year old in just a few days! To celebrate this milestone, I wanted to reflect on my experience as a new mother and what I’ve been learning over the past 12 months. In this solo episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I share with you the most impactful lessons I’ve learned during my first year of mother…

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EP 80: Promoting Black Women’s Mental Health with Dr. Donna Baptiste 37:56

1y ago37:56

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This is a very special episode… I recently co-authored a book (launching this May!) called “Promoting Black Women’s Mental Health: What Practitioners Should Know and Do” with Dr. Donna Baptiste. To celebrate our book launch, I invited Dr. Baptiste on The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast to talk all about it! Listen in to this episode as I welcome Dr.…

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Tit Talk: Redeeming the "Unlikeable" Heroine 1:12:17

1y ago1:12:17

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Summary: I, myself, am a fan of "messy, unlikeable" heroines, mostly because I just think of them as REAL ASS human beings. So why do they get so much hate? Especially from female readers? 💖 Tit Talk is a monthly panel discussion between the folks who write romance and the readers who love them. Join Kelly every month as she moderates a discussion …

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Steamy Spotlight: Interview with Sarah Hawley 53:42

1y ago53:42

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Episode Summary: We had waaayyy too much fun with this one! Join debut author, Sarah Hawley, and I as we discuss her debut release, A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon. She also gives us an inside look at the rest of the series... can you say, "I accidentally summoned a succubus from a stone I bought on Ebay?" Other topics include incorporating …

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EP 79: How Mindfulness Makes You Brave with Dr. Leah Katz 46:15

1y ago46:15

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Do you want to know the key to facing your biggest fears, pains, and insecurities? Do you want to learn how to access greater meaning, fulfillment, and bravery in your daily life? If so, this is the episode for you. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Dr. Leah Katz, a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, and author …

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EP 78: How Owning Your Worth Helps You Own Your Money with Belinda Rosenblum 47:08

1y ago47:08

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Are you struggling with finances? Do you want to learn how to start owning your money AND your self-worth? In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Belinda Rosenblum, a CPA, Profit Strategist, Author, and Founder of Own Your Money. Tune in as Belinda and I break down the mindset shifts you need to make to own your finances, …

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EP 77: Self-Worth Challenges Aren’t Your Fault, But They Are Your Responsibility 27:05

1y ago27:05

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Self-worth challenges are not your fault. However, they are your responsibility. As you start and progress on your self-worth journey, it’s important that you learn to hold these two truths together. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I talk about why your struggles with self-worth are your responsibility and how you can take ba…

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Steamy Spotlight: Interview with Amanda Elliot 29:10

1y ago29:10

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Episode Summary: Be sure to stock up on snacks before listening! On this hunger-inducing episode, author Amanda Elliot joins me to discuss her latest release, a food critic v. food critic romance called Best Served Hot. Other topics include the symbiotic relationship between food, sex, & romance, the surprisingly positive impact the Covid-19 pandem…

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Fantasy Fiction Draft: Winter Edition 30:14

1y ago30:14

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Summary: March Madness might be coming to a close, but the Fantasy Fiction Draft is just getting started. Join the romance reading (and writing) "team captains" as they draft their favorite books releasing between January 1st - March 31st, 2023. 💖 Then, vote for your favorite "team" on the Boobies & Noobies Instagram. The Team Captains: Kelly Reyno…

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EP 76: How to Take Your Career to the Next Level with Nicole Andrews 41:51

1y ago41:51

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Do you feel like you’re stuck in your career? Do you feel overworked and undervalued? Are you ready to take your career to the next level? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, don’t skip this episode! In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome The Career Disruptor®, Nicole Andrews, a Career Coach, Organizational Co…

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EP 75: The Truth About Imposter Syndrome with Bre Clark 48:34

1y ago48:34

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Around 70% of people have struggled with imposter syndrome. Are you one of them? If so, don’t miss this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast as I welcome Bre Clark, a Multimedia Journalist and Host of The Real Deal, a talk show where she unmasks imposter syndrome and speaks with "successful people" about confidence, self worth, and their p…

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EP 74: How to Get Shame Out of Parenting with Mercedes Samudio 51:50

1y ago51:50

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Have you dealt with shame in your life? Whether you’re a parent or not, I think we all have in some capacity. That’s why it’s so important to see how shame is created and how we can prevent it from controlling our lives and our children’s lives. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Mercedes Samudio, a Licensed Psychother…

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Tit Talk: Separating the Art from the Artist - Yay or Nay? 1:35:51

1y ago1:35:51

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Summary: Authors behaving badly is nothing new... and yet, they're still selling books? Do we ever truly separate the book from the writer and where do we draw the line? You be the judge... 💖 Tit Talk is a monthly panel discussion between the folks who write romance and the readers who love them. Join Kelly every month as she moderates a discussion…

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