The Alexa Hallberg Show: Recent Episodes
Alexa Hallberg
The Alexa Hallberg Show is for regular everyday women who wish more people were saying the things that need to be said. In this podcast we will be talking about all things womanhood from life to business and everything in between.
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Are you currently walking through the season of life where you've found yourself dating as an adult? I've been there. In today's episode, I'm joined by my friend Lisa to discuss our experiences of dating in adulthood, the rules and expectations we've made for ourselves, and the encouragement we'd give to adults who are currently dating.
Review the Show Notes:
Planning this Episode (00:18)
Meet Lisa (1:58)
Dating as an Adult (2:57)
Alexa’s First Date Experience (3:52)
Lisa’s Dating Experiences (8:38)
Dating App Shame (13:11)
First Date Rules (19:12)
Expectations on First Date (21:00)
Self-Awareness and Communications in Relationships & Dating (26:07)
Encouragement (32:55)
Links
instagram.com/lisathompsonofficial
Self Love Beauty
Blue Wave Well Being
The Confident Podcast
The Strong Women of Haiti
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When Instagram & Facebook temporarily shut down a few weeks ago, I realized how much I relied on them in my business. This brought up a great question about the current state of social media, how each platform serves a different purpose, and how different generations connect on the different platforms.
In today's episode, I'm joined by my social media manager, Alexia to chat all about the changes Instagram has in store, how it compares to other social apps, and if they're trying too hard to be something they're not. Listen in to hear the different relationships a Gen Z and Millennial have with social media!
Meet Alexia (1:01)
The Monopoly Behind Facebook & Instagram (1:36)
Diversifying Your Marketing Tactics (6:51)
Social Apps by Generation (10:06)
Changes in Instagram (12:40)
Connect with Alexia: sauced24@msu.edu
We're constantly inundated with body positivity messaging on socials and in the media, but at what point does it become toxic? I've brought on my friend and fellow boudoir photographer, Sarah of Boudoir by Sarah to talk about how we as boudoir photographers are combating toxic body positivity. Listen in as we share about body neutrality, conversations we have with clients, how we handle editing requests, and so much more!
Helping Clients Overcome Insecurities (3:44)
Body Neutrality (6:25)
Feeling Like a Hypocrite through Body Positivity (12:36)
Encouragement to Those Who Aren’t Ready to Book a Boudoir Shoot (15:20)
Myths About Boudoir (16:28)
Props (20:30)
Advice for Potential Clients (24:56)
Connect:
@boudoirbysarah_
boudoirbysarah.com
Now that fall has officially started, we 're quickly approaching the holiday season. With the holidays comes a lot of emotions, feelings, and triggers. I thought it was important that we talk through what that looks like and how you can start planning for those uncomfortable conversations, whether you choose to have them or not.
Planning for Season 2 (:19)
The Holidays are Coming (2:21)
Substance Abuse (3:28)
Triggers Around the Holidays (5:11)
Family Gatherings (6:30)
Loneliness (8:08)
Overcommitting (8:35)
Financial Worries (9:04)
Fatigue (9:51)
Breaking Healthy Habits (10:15)
Comparison (11:34)
The Impact on Holidays After Losing a Loved One (12:20)
Tips for Facing the Holidays (14:42)
- Go in being prepared for anything and how you'll react.
- Plan your days around how you'll feel with the gathering (self-care).
- Communicate with your family ahead of time.
Have you fallen into the trap of judging other moms because their parenting style isn't like your's? When we take a step back to realize that not every parenting situation is the same, our styles don't have to align, and as long as we're raising good humans, we can begin to see that's all that matters. In today's episode, I'm joined by my friend Susannah, who has a different lifestyle and parenting style than I do to chat about how we differ, but also how we align!
Show Notes:
Get to Know Suzannah & Her Kids (1:34)
About Alexis & Her Child (2:40)
Postpartum for Susannah (3:07)
Day in the Life of Homeschooling (6:24)
Balancing Life (8:00)
Support for New Moms (9:27)
Control as a Mom (13:44)
Different Parenting Styles & Lifestyles (18:14)
Have you been following the updates and news on the conservatorship of Britney Spears? In today's episode, I brought in a special friend of mine, Miranda Woodruff, who has followed along and done avid research on the case to share all about her thoughts on the conservatorship of Britney Spears. Listen in as she pulls comparisons to Michael Jackson, highlights how we as a society incorrectly judged Britney during an emotional time in her life, and how her family could have stepped up!
Show Notes:
Get to Know Miranda (1:23)
Miranda’s Britney Spears Themed Half-Birthday Party (2:54)
About the Britney Spears Conservatorship (5:31)
About a Conservatorship (13:19)
Jamie Lynn Spears’ Role (22:17)
Thoughts on the Future of Britney’s Conservatorship + Shedding a Light on Conservatorships (38:22)
Links:
I Care A Lot Movie
Tik Tok: @themavenlife
instagram.com/themavenlifewithmw
Making friends and building connections in adulthood can be intimidating. We're constantly shifting where we are in life and we may not always be on the same page as our closest friends. We have to make the effort to build genuine connections and find community that fits us. In this episode, Jaime Krueger, a community builder and inspiration to me, joins us to share how you can build genuine connections that support community and inspire friendships.
Get to Know Jaime (1:56)
Impacts on Community with COVID (4:14)
The Impact of Community During Big Life Changes (6:55)
Loneliness without Community (9:45)
Transparency in Depression (12:13)
What Makes a Genuine Connection (15:05)
Accepting that Coming from Different Places is Okay, It's Important to Connect with Others (18:55)
Finding Balance (21:54)
Finding Communities (25:30)
Links:
Simple Roots Baking Company
Do you ever feel drained of your creativity or struggle with staying inspired? As the owner of multiple businesses, I totally understand. In today’s episode, I’ve brought on the talented Nicole McKay of Augi Dog Art to chat all about staying inspired in our work and art. As an artist, her work is based on being creative, inspired, and motivated!
Get to Know Nicole (1:20)
What Inspired Augi Dog (2:53)
Inspiration vs. Motivation (4:25)
Pushing Through Uninspired Times (6:58)
Getting Inspired (7:50)
Encouragement for Staying Motivated and Inspired (8:44)
Inspiration in Personal Life vs. Professional Life (10:04)
Who Inspires Nicole (12:23)
Beth Bryce
Women on Fire
Current Reading (13:47)
The Art of Impossible
Girl, Wash Your Face
You’re a Badass
Brene Brown
Links
https://www.facebook.com/AugiDogArt/
https://www.instagram.com/augidogart/
https://augidog.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nicolemckay22/
Nicole McKay
Do you ever wish you were taught specific lessons in high school that would change the trajectory of your life or your career? In this episode, I’m diving into conversation with my friend Cathy Gieger all about the construction industry and trade school. Listen in as we share how we wish had been presented with more options for post-high school opportunities.
Cathy Geiger is the marketing and community affairs director at Associated Builders & Contractors Greater Michigan Chapter. She lives in Bay City with her husband Matthew, her son Elijah, and two fur babies – a dog, Hawk and a cat, Phillip. She enjoys kayaking, camping, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and volunteering throughout the region and for her favorite non-profits, including Self Love Beauty and the Greater Michigan Construction Academy. Cathy has a passion for empowering women and has been involved with Self Love Beauty since 2018. She serves as an ambassador and sits on its board of directors.
Meet Cathy (1:53)
One Thing I Wish I Learned in High School (3:17)
What Career Cathy Would’ve Done Instead (7:55)
Women in the Trade Industry (9:36)
LOGIC - Ladies Operating for Growth In the Construction Industry
Advice to Women Who Are Interested in the Trade Industry (13:13)
What Resources Can We Provide to High Schools? (15:22)
Alexa’s Brother’s Experience with the Army (22:43)
Links
gmcami.org/
instagram.com/catalina_311/
facebook.com/catalina.rangelkoebke
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When you hear the word activism, where does your mind go? Do you immediately think of overly passionate people? What about people going out and making big changes in the world? I used to think that’s what activism was, but today I’m sharing about ways you can make an impact in your own community even if you don’t consider yourself an activist.
Listen in to this episode, as I share what activism means to me, how I want to build a legacy of impact, and what I’m doing in my own neighborhood (and even my industry) to create change.
Show Notes:
Women’s Rights (1:20)
Activism Definition (2:06)
Changing Institutions (2:30)
Activism with BLM (4:30)
You can’t change the world, but you can change your community!
Building a Legacy of Impact (6:00)
Having a Legacy Can Change a Landscape (6:14)
Change I want to See (7:10)
Size Inclusivity in Women’s Fashion, specifically lingerie
Ways you can make an impact (9:07)
- Volunteer for a Cause You Connect With
- Donating Money to Organizations
- Get Educated
- Peaceful Protesting & Walks for a Cause
Links:
I Am Malala
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When it comes to success, how do you define it? Guess what—success is relative. We live in this ideal of the American Dream, but what does that even mean? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my thoughts on success and the trap we fall into of chasing other people’s dreams. If you’re ready to go after what you want and start looking for your own success, this episode is for you!
Show Notes:
American Dream (1:30)
Success is Relative (2:00)
Falling into the How-To Success Trap (3:07)
Three Tips to Success (6:30)
- Trust the people around you
- Use the in-between times.
- Be authentically you.
Finding Success in Unconventional Ways (10:25)
Had you asked me years ago, launching a podcast wasn’t in the plans for me. Truthfully none of the path I’ve taken was really part of the plan, but it’s been the best journey ever. Come join me on this journey as I share a little bit about who I am, what led me here, and what you can expect from this podcast every single week!
Show Notes:
Cussing Disclaimer (:43)
Embracing My Story (1:05)
Who is Alexa Hallberg (1:57)
My Life’s Work: (2:29)
To inspire and empower women to be the best that they can be in many aspects of their lives.
Cultivating a Community of Women (4:14)
Important Stats from UN Report: (5:00)
- Women only held 28% of Managerial Positions in 2019 (Same percentage as 1995
- Only 7.4% of CEOs in Fortune 500 Companies are Women (37 Women)
How My Great Grandfather’s Legacy Impacted My Life (5:52)
Your legacy isn’t what you leave behind, but rather what you leave into the lives of others.
Heading off to College (8:15)
Starting My Photography Business (9:47)
Your Path Isn’t a Straight Line (10:53)
You Can’t Do All the Things (12:48)
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The Alexa Hallberg Show is for regular everyday women who wish more people were saying the things that need to be said. In this podcast we will be talking about all things womanhood from life to business and everything in between.
Join us on August 30th with the launch of this new show! Make sure you're following this podcast to get notified when the first episodes drop!