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Randi Zinn
Welcome to Going Beyond with Randi Zinn, a podcast dedicated to health and emotional wellness, business and entrepreneurship, and stories that empower. Get connected with our expert interviews, soulful explorations and deep dive discussions with visionaries, survivors, creators and movement-makers. These conversations will spark you to live the empowered life you deserve.
The Going Beyond Movement is about stepping into your power, so it only felt right to create a merchandise collection filled with mantras to remind us that we are Beyond our limits. This year, I finally did it! In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend and founder of Go To Market, Amanda Hofman, who made my vision for the Going Beyond Shop a reality (0:17).
Go To Market thinks deeply about how merchandise can support a company's brand and marketing, and then designs their products. They seamlessly set up eco-friendly, print on-demand, digital shopping experiences for brands without the need to ship packages from home, deal with postage stamps, and anything else that would normally make me break a sweat at the thought of creating merch! Amanda is here to share what led her to create Go To Market and share her advice for brands interested in creating their own shop.
Amanda was the original founder and CEO of Urban Girl Squad - a premiere social networking group for women in their 20s and 30s in NYC - and made the decision to sell the company right before welcoming her second child. But once the kids grew older, her CEO itch returned, and she had to scratch it. It took a slew of different career paths (including making lamps!) and accidentally signing up to run the creation of merchandise for her children’s school that she learned about print on-demand and gained the confidence to launch Go To Market (12:30).
We then discuss the process of creating the Going Beyond Shop and everything that went into it. Amanda helped me decide which items would resonate with my audience, whether that be inward-facing items like a mug or a laptop case, or outward-facing items like a t-shirt or a beanie. We both agree that the Beyond bracelet is our favorite! Then, we walk through the creation of the phrases “Above and Beyond”, “I Am Beyond”, and “Beyond Limits” etched on every item in addition to the look and feel of each item - all which encapsulate the Going Beyond lifestyle (17:28).
Amanda leaves us with some advice for brands looking to create their own shop: you know you’re ready if you have an established brand identity. Amanda suggests starting by setting up a store and sending merchandise to key partners and influencers to test and share the items (28:44).
If you’re considering launching your own shop, I hope this episode inspires you to do so! Go to https://www.gotomarket.studio/ to get started. To grab your cute, cozy items for working out, running errands, or finding moments for yourself, check out the Going Beyond Shop at https://goingbeyondmovement.com/shop/.
*Looking for another podcast to love on? Check out The Third Place podcast. It is an invitation to the grey space - a space that is safe where deeper connections are fostered through challenging, empowering, and engaging dialogue. Take a listen at The Third Place.
As you may know, I recently launched my 1:1 Going Beyond Mentorship Program! I’m overjoyed to share this next-level work with you, and I thought, what better way to do this than to directly share the experience of those that I’ve mentored? In this episode, you will meet Cathy and Meredith Pazol, a mother and daughter duo, who approached me with an idea for a platform to change how humanity processes and integrates grief, now called The Sacred Wound (2:06).
Both women experienced a string of grief and traumatic loss in many forms, from losing loved ones too soon, and in some cases, having little time to process (Cathy was given two bereavement days from her employer after her mother died of a sudden heart attack), and moving after 16 years of living in the same house. We walk through why they decided to create The Sacred Wound now, which stemmed from this realization: while they were lucky to have the support of each other through heavy loss, how do others process grief when they’re alone, especially amid COVID-19 (5:02)?
Cathy reveals that The Sacred Wound began as a book she started writing in 1991 after the sudden loss of her first husband, but fast forward 30 years, she and Meredith lacked a pathway to manifesting their heartfelt calling. When I became their mentor, we identified how their vision needed to shift in 2021, not only amid the global grief brought on by COVID-19, but to ensure it felt inclusive to people of all backgrounds (18:24).
Cathy and Meredith leave us with the results of their successful mentorship work with Randi: an upcoming website, a blog, social media platforms, and a four-week workshop. If you’ve experienced grief that has transformed your life, share your story at thesacredwound@gmail.com, or follow The Sacred Wound on Instagram and Facebook to learn more (33:38).
If you’re curious about my 1:1 Going Beyond Mentorship Program, check out my page at goingbeyondmovement.com/mentorship/ to learn more, or if you’re ready to take the next step to bring your vision to life, fill out my intake form and I will be in touch from there (34:31)!
Welcome to a special Inauguration Day bonus episode of The Going Beyond Podcast! I know there is still a lot of uncertainty around what could happen, and even more could unfold by the time this episode releases, but I felt the need to share several voices of hope on this day and in the days following. The theme of this episode is leadership, specifically what it means to have not only a woman, but a woman of color and a mother sitting in the Vice President’s chair. To help me gain perspective on what this powerful moment means amid a challenging time, I’ve tapped into my circle of women who inspire me, all of whom come from a variety of backgrounds, to share with us what it means to have Kamala Harris in the White house from a personal, professional, political, and humanitarian perspective.
First, you’ll hear a bit from me about my reaction to the storming of Capitol Hill in addition to what it means to have woman like Kamala Harris in the White House, and then you’ll hear from these four incredible women:
- Jenny Greenstein - Founder of Your Soul Style, which fuses style and mindfulness to empower women to live in full alignment while creating their own personal authentic style.
- Melanie Chandra - Actress, writer and producer who creates stories about powerful women. She is also an advocate for women of all colors in the entertainment industry.
- Niurka Maldonado - Founder of Connected Kindred, a practice that helps caretakers, especially mothers, by working through their past traumas and limiting thought patterns to create an om environment.
- Stacy Igel - Founder and Creative Director of young contemporary athleisure brand Boy Meets Girl, her blog “Behind the Scenes with Stacy Igel”, and the Moms Got This Podcast.
Confession, I originally recorded this conversation prior to the events of Capitol Hill, and I decided to re-record my piece on January 12th to add additional perspective after the devastating events of that day.
On this momentous day, I hope this episode sparks a light of optimism and understanding that while hate certainly exists in our country today, there’s hope for compassion and humanity to win in the days, months, and years ahead.
I’m absolutely thrilled to be joined by renowned Wellness Consultant, host of “hey, girl” podcast and Best-Selling Author, Alex Elle. Alex has made it her mission to help people find their voice and build self-trust, self-worth and self-validation through the power of writing. Through her workshops and retreats, she helps people go deep and explore their inner selves in a safe, collaborative community (1:08).
Alex opens our conversation by explaining the incredible value writing can have, not only for expressing our own stories and experiences, but also as a therapeutic tool to help us gain clarity about feelings we so often let fester and to build an understanding of how to take action and heal. In Alex’s words, this process allows us to get in tune with our own “inner expert” by giving us the power to find our own answers, curbing the pressures to seek validation in others (2:42).
Alex also shares the value of writing within a community setting to understand we’re not alone in our struggle and we can work to overcome these challenges together. Fostering this type of community is a crucial part of Alex’s work, and she strives to empower others through her own authenticity and vulnerability as a Black woman representing this type of healing (12:04).
Alex explains that the journey of self-care starts with gaining introspection which allows us to show up fully in our roles as mothers, partners, and people in society. While showing up for ourselves and for others this year feels more difficult than ever, Alex believes that we have the opportunity to rise from our collective grief and form a bond that will bring us all together for the betterment of society (13:16).
For more of Alex, visit her website http://www.alexelle.com/ ,where you can find resources including free writing practices. You can also join her email list and follow her on Instagram @alex_elle to stay tuned for upcoming writing courses!
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I am so honored to have Chrissy King on the podcast with me today! Chrissy is a strength coach, as well as a writer, speaker and coach for anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion in the wellness industry. Using her degree in Social Justice and Sociology combined with her work as a strength trainer, Chrissy fuses social justice with fitness and wellness to empower individuals to stop shrinking and start taking up space and learn how to use their energy to create their specific magic in the world (3:52).
Our conversation begins with Chrissy’s personal journey in the fitness industry, which she began with one goal only: to lose weight and be skinny. It took years of obsessing about her weight and never missing workouts, that when she finally reached her “goal weight”, it wasn’t enough. That’s when she turned to powerlifting, and realized that fitness wasn’t about body image, but rather about feeling strong, empowered and energized. This realization in the gym began to shift in other areas of her life, and today, she preaches “body liberation” to the clients she trains - the idea that who we are is not about what we look like on the outside, but how we feel on the inside. Chrissy mentions the importance of approaching fitness and wellness holistically as not only a tool to improve physical health, but mental and emotional health as well. (4:57).
We then talk about the other side of Chrissy’s work: anti-racism, diversity and inclusivity in the wellness industry. Organizations often ask Chrissy to assess what steps they can take to be more diverse and inclusive, but what she sees is very consistent: most companies want a quick fix to the problem. Instead, Chrissy explains companies should, on both an individual and collective level, learn how to become anti-racist, and then incorporate ways to make their environment more diverse and inclusive (14:36).
Chrissy leaves us with some really impactful advice to helping all of us become anti-racist. Chrissy and Randi agree that white women in particular have a harder time doing this work because of our inherent need to seek perfectionism and avoid saying or doing the wrong things. Chrissy encourages us to instead, sit in this discomfort because this work individually will spark greater change in the world (22:10). And it’s so important not to do it alone! There are fantastic books, films and articles to consume individually, but having tough conversations with a variety of people (including a variety of people of color), is what will take your work to the next level, as well as allow you the support you might need as you feel intense emotions from these conversations (32:58).
You all know how much I enjoy exploring topics that fuse the body and mind, and I think my guest today will help give you insight into the way our bodies are affected by stress, particularly during this challenging time.
Today I’m honored to be joined by trained Physical Therapist, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, and Certified Athletic Trainer, Melanie Weller. Melanie is a medical visionary, specializing in decompressing the vagus nerve, a nerve responsible for bridging our stories and our physical experience in the body, and for countering our fight or flight response. Her work involves weaving a combination of science and ancient wisdom together using the vagus nerve as the pathway to help heal patients from chronic stress and trauma, empower and optimize their voice, and recognize the signs of vagus nerve compression that most of us are all too familiar with: sweaty palms, a racing heart, digestive issues, feeling like you have a lump your throat, and stifled vocal chords (4:10).
Vocal dysfunction happens to be the basis of Melanie’s own story and the inspiration for her work. Growing up, Melanie never felt like she had a voice at home, and on top of that, her choir teacher at school insisted she lip sync rather than sing. From then on into adulthood, she believed that her voice had no value and she became a master at repressing her emotions, which she proved each time her husband deployed with the navy for months at a time. Finally, when he retired 20 years later, she broke down and the stress she bottled up all her life, in addition to the new stress of facing a crumbling marriage and a lawsuit, showed itself in extreme foot pain and high blood pressure (15:22). The combination of her story, her career as a physical therapist, and the knowledge that 75-90% of illness is stress-induced inspired Melanie to help others realign and recognize stress both in their body and mind to ultimately live a healthier, fuller life.
We then talk about this challenging year and the undeniable stress it’s caused us. Melanie reminds us that “2020” is also a term that means “perfect vision”, coinciding with how dramatically different we now view our lives and the effect we can have on others. In her opinion, 2020 is offering us an expanded vision for finally choosing to pick apart the root of our issues - something that is directly mirrored in the work that she does (26:51). Before Melanie leaves us, she gives us some much-needed advice on how we can better handle the stress we’re all experiencing, and that is understanding your unique body language, because while your mind will often play tricks on you, your body never will (33:20).
In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by Dr. Zabina Bhasin, entrepreneur, child psychiatrist, mom of two, and founder of In KidZ, a monthly subscription box that teaches children about the world’s cultures to become global citizens. Each box is curated by a parent ambassador who hails from the country or culture of the month and filled with interactive educational materials, informational flash cards, activities and games, books, recipe cards, flags, and more to help mold kids into becoming understanding, accepting adults and shape future generations to drive change in the world.
In KidZ was inspired by Dr. Zabina’s mother. Indian and Sikh herself, Dr. Zabina was constantly bullied for the cultural and religious differences that set her apart from her classmates, from the food she ate, to the way she dressed to even having a bigger nose than the other kids (Randi can relate and shares her own story) (5:20). Rather than getting angry, her mother decided it was time for her daughter’s classmates to learn about their culture and what makes it similar to that of their own. Every year from then on, she made it her mission to visit the school and teach them just that (3:20).
Fast-forward to today, and Dr. Zabina has taken her mother’s example, her own experience as a mother, and her former career in children’s psychiatry to create In KidZ through which she hopes to shape young generations and create a more inclusive world where a multicultural society is the norm and bullying is a thing of the past (18:12).
We then get into why now more than ever, especially amid COVID-19 school closures, it’s important to remember that our children mimic our every move, and setting an example for our children at home is crucial. On top of that, while our kids learn about history at school, they don’t learn much about the unique traditions of the 15,000 cultures across the U.S., making it our responsibility as mothers to educate ourselves and our kids so that we can celebrate those who are different from us rather than viewing them as separate (19:37). Finally, Dr. Zabina leaves us with her own self-care routine (her mother never had one so this took some getting used to!) that helps her feel her best so she can wake up every morning ready to shape the next generation into loving, global adults (28:40).
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Today I’m joined by Sarah Symons who is the Founder and Director of Her Future Coalition, an international charity that has helped tens of thousands of girls rise from poverty and exploitation in Cambodia, India and Thailand and teaches them to become free and independent. Her Future has collaborated with the likes of Michelle Obama’s Girls Opportunity Alliance to provide opportunity and education to the most vulnerable girls around the world. Sarah is also the author of the book This is No Ordinary Joy: How the Courage of Survivors Transformed My Life and forthcoming book Standing in the Way (out January), which she co-wrote with one of her survivors (0:55).
Sarah never imagined her life would lead her to where she is today. Her career was always centered around music, from touring the U.S. and landing a record deal with her band in her 20s, to then composing music for TV and film, but a stunning twist of events led her to founding Her Future. One day after cancer suddenly took her mother, she found solace in talking to her friend Philip’s spirit, who was murdered at age 17. That same day, she found out that one of her songs - a song she happened to write for Philip - had been selected for a film that would be featured at the NYC Tribeca Film Festival, and actress Emmy Rossum was cast to sing her song (3:30)!
It felt like her music career was reaching new heights, but what she didn’t see coming was next; while at the Festival, Sarah had time to see one film, The Day My God Died, a documentary about the exploitation and trafficking of girls from Nepal to India. She was reluctant to see it, but after she did, her life changed forever. It was then that she made the decision to drop her music career and dedicate her time to helping these girls, no matter what it took (11:52). With no experience, Sarah started volunteering to understand what these survivors needed. Today, Her Future is a result of her learnings (16:18).
After witnessing the devastating toll COVID-19 took on vulnerable populations across the world, Sarah makes the case for approaching wellness on a global scale. She suggests volunteering at charitable organizations or local food banks, and explains the remarkable healing power that helping those less fortunate can have, namely providing a sense of control in a time when our lives feel so out of control (25:47). Sarah then leaves us with three impactful lessons she’s learned from the resilient survivors she’s worked with through the years: (1) Make a conscious decision to leave the past behind, (2) What stands in the way becomes the way, and (3) Don’t give into despair, and instead, see what love can do (38:15).
I’m so excited to welcome today’s guest, #1 Best-Selling Author of Spiritual Seductress: The High-Powered Women’s Guide to Devour the World through Spiritual Guidance, Preeminent Spiritual Advisor and Feminine Leadership Trendsetter, Raquel Vasallo. Through her belief that each one of us is on Earth for a unique reason, Raquel helps female visionaries, leaders and changemakers work on first healing themselves - whether it’s a change in mindset or growing from past traumas - by shifting their energy in order to step into their higher purpose and truly enact change in the world (3:19).
Raquel’s story has a fascinating parallel to how COVID has reshaped so many of our lives by simply allowing us to stop and focus on what matters. She realized she was meant to do the work she does following a near-death experience in 2008. She was hit by a car in NYC and spent months in recovery, detoxing her body from mercury poisoning, while also reshaping her mental focus to look more internal rather than relying on outside influences to shape her decisions (7:20).
Raquel then teaches us that part of healing and changing our mindset comes with first letting go of the divine masculine paradigms we believe are vital for high achievement (force, control and competition) and instead harnessing more of our feminine traits, like flow and creativity. Once we’ve mastered these divine feminine qualities, we can then tap back into the masculine qualities that help us put our purpose into action (17.41).
Finally, Raquel advises on the importance of making personal time for ourselves before leaving us with two tangible steps we can all take to start our journey of stepping into our higher purpose: (1) acknowledge yourself and something positive that YOU made happen, and (2) write down what you’re grateful for each day. (33:28)
I’m so excited to welcome Astrologer, Success Coach, and Author of the new book (out January) Cosmic Health: Unlock Your Healing Magic With Astrology, Positive Psychology, And Integrative Wellness, Jenn Racioppi to the podcast! Jenn, who found healing in astrology, moon studies, yoga therapy, and somatic psychotherapy after battling an aggressive cancer diagnosis and severe anxiety and depression, has made it her mission to help women fulfill their dreams and achieve health and happiness using these same practices.
In our conversation, Jenn explains that the events of 2020 have mirrored the alignment of the planets, all pointing to the need for radical transformation of rethinking how we show up in the world and create more sustainable ways to live on Earth. She also helps us see the bright side of chaos, which is not something to be scared of, but rather a gateway between “no longer and “not yet” - an opportunity of growth as we collectively learn to adapt to a life after COVID-19. Tune in to the episode for more fascinating insight from Jenn!
I’m thrilled to be joined by someone I’m privileged to call my new friend, Wholesome Growth Strategist at Serenity Oasis, business influencer and coach, Harvard Business School student, and author of the new book “Forgiveness: Overcome Emotional Trauma, Heal Relationships and Find Inner Peace in Just 8 Simple Steps” Nyeesha Williams! We’ve had the opportunity to spend the past month not only recording this episode, but collaborating together for the virtual event “Going Beyond Your Brand As You Knew It”, where Nyeesha was one of our incredible panelists. Nyeesha is a cheerleader for women to help them survive, heal and thrive through the steps she outlines in her book.
Our conversation today is centered around forgiveness, from contemplating what it truly means and how it serves us both positively and negatively - all of which is the foundation of Nyeesha’s story and brand. First, Nyeesha takes us through the events that brought her to where she is today. Her first book as an author was the product of her truth and coming to terms with her deep unhappiness in her life and in her relationships, resulting in a spiral of rejection from her family. It was then that Nyeesha learned the practice of forgiveness as a pathway to healing herself from past trauma, rather than holding pent-up resentment against the ones she loves (8:12). Today, she teaches other women how to do the same.
Nyeesha then shares the importance of practicing forgiveness as a means of freeing yourself, letting go and having the ability to see in front of you more clearly in order to move forward (19.14). To do this, Nyeesha recommends a couple of simple steps to healing from her book: Searching for the Truth (20:55) and Tapping into Empathy (21:48). We then discuss the current social injustices we face today, and how empathy is the key to sparking that change (26.25).
For more of our conversation, head over to your preferred podcast platform and tune in! Also, if you missed the virtual “Going Beyond Your Brand” event, click here to watch the reply!
While at a wellness event focused on giving mothers a chance to tend to their own self-care - something that has been put on the back burner for many amid the pandemic - I felt it was necessary to do what I do best: give women the space to sit down one-on-one, and open up about what they have endured these past several months. Every woman has a story to tell, and while this particular group of women has roofs over their heads, food to eat, and loved ones to lean on, I hope you are able to gain from compassionately listening to their experiences.
In this live event podcast recording, you will hear 10 women tell their stories, and as you listen, you may find some commonalities. Many of these women have been feeling deep anxiety, grief, and worry. Some have found unique modes of success and many have had failures. Some have gone back to basics and some are trying to be more deliberate with their time by doing more of what they love and cherish most.
I opened the door for them to share because I know that storytelling is therapeutic, but I also know that listening to others’ stories is a powerful wellness tool in and of itself, which is why I’m so excited to bring this episode to all of you. I also hope this episode helps you feel more connected and inspires you to share your own authentic story.
As I mentioned, this is a live event podcast recording, and while the focus of this episode is on these 10 women, the nature of this recording was a conversation between us and you might hear my voice in the background encouraging them to share. Enjoy the natural flow of this episode!
Today I am joined by Lu Johnson, holistic somatic therapist, Founder of Lu Johnson Therapy and creator of the Therapy & the Body podcast! I was blessed to find and connect with Lu through Instagram, and when I saw the incredible work she was doing, I knew she spoke my language and I had to get her on the podcast to share her work with all of you and how beneficial it is in our new normal.
Lu takes us through the meaning of holistic somatic psychology, a practice that is meant to help us acknowledge our body’s experiences based on past trauma we may still be harboring in the present (8:45). Lu’s own traumatic experiences, and learning how to overcome and thrive after those experiences, became the launching pad to begin her own practice (17.41). Today, through somatic therapy, Lu not only pays attention to the words her clients say, but how they are said, and the accompanying body postures and gestures to help them become grounded. Lu teaches that by going beyond to understand our body, our movement, and bodily sensations, we can begin to make inner cognitive changes that are essential to creating the life we want - centered and free.
We then share a powerful, emotional moment as Lu expresses the work she’s doing to help people feel more centered during this difficult year, and Lu gives us her best advice to feeling more grounded (25.25), and a much-needed reminder that it’s OK to need more down time and to let yourself feel feelings during our new normal and beyond (40.11).
On today’s episode, I’m thrilled to welcome veteran wellness pioneer, author of Inner Wealth: How Wellness Heals, Nurtures, and Optimizes Ultra-Successful People, and Founder, CEO and Chief Wellness Officer of Namaste Wellness, Julie Wald.
We discuss Julie’s journey from an NYC Social Worker, feeding her own wellness needs by working as a yoga instructor, meditation teacher, Thai Bodyworker, and Reiki Master on the side, to her founding Namaste Wellness - now a leading global wellness company - to help employees of corporate businesses who were grieving find healthy ways to heal their body and mind from unprecedented trauma in the aftermath of September 11th, at a time when wellness was unheard of and often dismissed (3:22).
We then examine the many similarities between 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic as so many search for healthy ways to heal (10:07) before reviewing several simple but powerful coping strategies for those struggling during these unusual times (21.52) and the reality of the initial adrenaline rush of adapting to change followed by fatigue (39.11).
Today we are talking to my friend, the immensely talented, Micaela Ezra. Micaela is an illustrator, designer, writer and founder of AHYIN, a boutique collection of contemporary Judaica objects, designed and created with holistic, spiritual intentions.
We start our conversation diving into Micaela's journey and heritage which plays a tremendous role in the passion and inspiration for her work. An Australian native, Micaela immigrated to New York City to have the “Sex and the City” life that always fascinated her. She arrived with a handbag full of samples and knocked on doors until securing a position with leading fashion designer Cynthia Steffe (5:04).
While inspired by the beauty and creativity of the fashion industry, Micaela was searching for something more and was drawn towards a career path from a place of service. She began attending classes and reestablishing her connection with her Jewish beliefs on a deeper level which led to opportunities that planted the seed into what would become AHYIN (10:02). She even formed a connection with Gabby Bernstein, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Speaker, which led to their collaboration with the “Super Attractor” and “The Universe Has Your Back” 52 inspirational card decks.
We then discuss the role faith plays in dealing with the daily stresses of this unprecedented time of civil unrest and the critical part Jewish people can play in creating connections and driving the conversation forward in support of ending racial and social injustice (35:32).
We are honored to talk with international yoga and meditation instructor, wellness philanthropist, movement motivator, healing guide, music head, Spiritually Fly theorist, AND my dear friend and my first yoga instructor, Faith Hunter. We start with a trip down memory lane where our paths first crossed at mang’Oh Yoga Studio in Midtown Manhattan. We then jump into the origin of Spiritually Fly and its philosophy (11:53), Faith’s journey in the wellness industry, the groundbreaking moment of being only the 2nd woman of color to make the cover of Yoga Journal in the 30 years of the magazines’ history, and how the current state of the yoga industry is very much a reflection of the current situation across the United States (27:35). Finally, Faith talks about the sides of her that go beyond yoga and how she has found outlets for her energy and creativity in this time of COVID including her forthcoming book *Spiritually Fly! Wisdom Meditation and Yoga To Elevate The Soul! (40:06)
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The world is shifting, and I am evolving along with it.
Welcome to the very first episode of Season 7 and of The Going Beyond Podcast! While this is still a place for self-care and self-love, The Going Beyond Podcast goes a step further, bringing you open-minded conversation, non-judgmental support and resources that will take your work, relationships, and sense of self to the next level. I’ve learned that what the world needs now is deeply personal work from each and every one of us, myself included. If we can’t sync up with our vulnerabilities and authenticity, and connect with others doing the same, how can we expect the world to change? This is all part of the launch of a much larger movement, The Going Beyond Movement, a movement that helps you to do the necessary individual work, all while connecting that work with the world that needs your efforts.
To celebrate the launch of The Going Beyond Movement and The Going Beyond Podcast, we’re kicking off Season 7 by asking a few of our favorite people what “Going Beyond” means to them. Each of our guests will answer these questions:
● What are the ways in which you’re Going Beyond in your own life?
● How are you moving past titles, norms, and expectations to expand your purpose?
● What are your daily practices of Going Beyond perceived definitions of yourself?
● And more…
Our Guests Include:
● Patricia Moreno: Founder of the intenSati Method, a workout for the heart, body, mind and spirit, and pioneer of Spiritual Fitness.
● Kate Northrup: Entrepreneur and best-selling author of Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Ambitious Women, The Do Less Planner, and and the creator of Origin Collective.
● Faith Hunter: International yoga and meditation instructor, wellness philanthropist, movement motivator, healing guide, music head, Spiritually Fly theorist, AND my dear friend and my first yoga instructor
We can’t believe we're wrapping up Season 6! And what a powerful, growth-filled season it was! As Randi reflects on the intensity of 2020, she explains how she shifted the podcast from a place for great conversations (we’ve always leaned toward interviews with powerful, vulnerable women) to a place of service for our community, a space for connection and healing during a time when it's most certainly necessary. We slowed down and listened and from there we made it a priority to offer YOU, our listeners the conversations and resources to guide you through some of the most pressing issues of our time. With adversity comes growth and in this conversation Randi reflects on how she saw the growth of her brand as she shaped, recorded and aired this season’s episodes on the podcast.
Dive into this episode with Randi as she shares:
-How the Going Beyond Podcast, brand and offerings have pivoted with the changing world. Where we were at the beginning of the season and where we are now and why we are proud!
-Managing loss and the many intense emotions so far in 2020 and why these conversations are SO necessary in this trying time.
-The coronavirus mini-series- grief, relationships, parenting, anxiety and more!
-The black lives matter movement and fight for social justice. Why Randi’s personal journey played a huge part in this season and how the podcast became a platform for her own learning and truth-telling.
-A sneak peak into the new iteration of Randi’s larger brand and why it’s truly her!
Tune in now!
A lover of books, writing and people, Zibby Owens represents one of our favorite sayings: do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life! Zibby is the creator and host of the award-winning literary podcast, “Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books.” (Randi was a guest back in 2019, check out that awesome interview!) Prior to the pandemic, Zibby hosted regular author events, books fairs, and salons bringing together a wide variety of women who wanted to dive into powerful topics- Zibby knows how to bring people together in a most authentic way. Like so many of us, Zibby has pivoted her events into online gatherings and the attention she’s getting for her podcast is growing exponentially.
A mother of four and a writer herself, Zibby has contributed to Redbook, Marie Claire, Parents, Huff Post, the New York Times online, What’s Up Moms, Kveller, Shape, SELF,and many other publications. She has been called“NYC’s Most Powerful Book-fluencer” by Vulture.com. Her podcast was selected as one of Oprah Magazine’s top 21 book podcasts in 2019.
We’re excited for you to get to know Zibby and how she started her brand from a place of pure personal passion- the ultimate place to start from.
In this conversation Zibby and Randi dive into:
-How the “Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books” podcast got started! How Zibby went from just “experimenting" to creating a successful brand and becoming a powerful book influencer.
-Reading might be solitary but it can also bring together a community and connect people. Why Zibby loves to bring people together and lift up authors and their books.
-Zibby’s journey as a writer and why she believes its core to her being.
-The power of doing what you love-Zibby dives into why this is her passion and how her children relate to her work. As a mother of four, Zibby struggles for “me” time yet describes her work to be just that.
-Zibby’s complicated relationship with New York City. As a born and bred New Yorker, the city is part of her story. Zibby tells us why.
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*This conversation was recorded pre-corona in 2019.
In 2020, our lives have drastically changed and we continue to face unprecedented challenges. Parents, in particular, wear many hats at home and struggle more than anyone to make contact with their personal foundation, often found during “me” time. This week we welcome Yvette Gorman-Holmes to the podcast to dialogue about how, despite the madness, we can STILL deeply love and give to ourselves during this time (in fact we must!). Yvette is a trained life and support coach and owner of Greatness in Action Consulting Creations. Her passion lies in helping women rediscover their power, fall in love with themselves and transform relationships with their partners and teens in the process. She leads heart centered moms of teens to reclaim their identify and thrive through the chaos of motherhood. Yvette is a “Grown-Ass Woman” and inspires others to step into that level of self- actualization.
Curious about elevating your voice so that you are number one? Hoping to transform your relationships, and get out of the cycle of scrolling and comparing? Then this heart-centering episode is for you.
In this conversation Randi and Yvette dive into:
-The struggle to feel self-worthy and why the media has played into it.
-The addiction to busy-ness. How can we stop the cycle?
- Grief and loss during the pandemic- how to listen and hold space for your children’s grief.
-Simple ways to be your own best friend. Hint: its a simple as taking a bath!
-The “work” it takes to have a successful long-term relationship. Yvette shares how saying what she wants has transformed her partnership.
-Why saying what we feel is imperative right now and how fear of mistakes prevents progress. Randi shares what she’s learned while preparing for her upcoming event on Race and Friendship when it comes to vulnerability, criticism and having tough conversations.
-Connecting with people from your heart not your mind. Yvette leaves us with a loving kindness prayer to remind us to connect to our heart space.
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During the past few months of more home time, more cooking, more food, more personal habits in clear view- we’ve had the unique opportunity to watch our patterns and our emotions with deep observation. We may have known, but now see even more clearly, that most of us have a complicated relationship with sugar and many of us would like a break up. The process of breaking up with sugar isn’t simply about sugar- it’s a deep exploration of SELF and that’s what THIS conversation is all about!
Welcome to the podcast Molly Carmel. She is a leading eating disorder and addictions therapist, founder of the NYC clinic The Beacon and the author of the book Breaking up with Sugar. She is deeply passionate about helping people from all forms of life break free from a destructive relationship with food and dieting.
Her personal path has informed her professional path and she has found herself as what she calls a “wounded healer” put on this earth to help others change their lives.
In this conversation Randi and Molly dive into:
-Molly’s complicated history- the hardships she endured at a young age with the passing of her father and how it sent her down a path turning to food and sugar to numb and soothe her.
-From dieting, to suicidal depression to weight loss camp- how hitting rock bottom pulled her toward the quest to heal.
-Why it took breaking up with sugar to change her life. From detoxing to serving others.
-What you can expect from Molly’s book Breaking up with Sugar. What it means to take out aggressive sugars and the truth about artificial sugars. The endless health benefits that come from breaking up with sugar- from healing inflammation to type 2 diabetes and infertility.
-Molly’s spiritual journey to love herself and her relationship with food. What “doing the work” really entails and why the fight is worth it.
-The catharsis she experienced when she decided to get to know her deceased father.
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*This episode was recorded in 2019
Joy might not be your top priority during such an intense period of time- but it SHOULD be! Welcome to the podcast Lori Spicer Robertson who shares with us exactly WHY we must cultivate our joy if we are the ones actualizing change and empowerment for others. Lori is the chief communications engagement officer of the United Way of the South in Memphis, Tennessee. She is also the Founder and CEO of WundHer, a digital and in the flesh platform designed to empower the renaissance woman and mother to rediscover their joy. This fempowerment community delivers captivating content, select curated events, community investments, career opportunities and genuine connections with other amazing women. Randi recently spoke on a panel at the latest digital Wundher event (Joymaker)-was deeply mobed by the positivity and good vibes that went into Lori’s experiential creation. Joy is our fuel and we need it to stay activated.
In this episode Randi and Lori dive into:
-How Lori started Wundher after realizing she went a whole year without a vacation and had succumb to endless work. You have to check out to check in, she learned!
-Learning to adjust and pivot your personal and business life during the pandemic and why, contrary to what you might expect, she still chose to do an event about JOY in the midst of all the hardships of 2020.
-The murder of George Flyod and the uncomfortable conversations and moral reckoning that rose from it. The heartbreak that erupted when George called for his mother and what that meant to him and all mothers.
-Living in a bi-racial household- Randi shares why she feels more emotionally comfortable at home now than she did before.
-Why Lori feels hopefull for change and progress with race and inequality in America.
Tune in now for this vital conversation!
Step into a deep conversation between two close friends, exploring the journey of owning one’s self and disrupting our patterns. We welcome Deb Ross, founder of The Well Center and one of Randi’s soul sisters! Deb is a licensed acupuncturist and board certified herbalist in NYC and Westchester who has been studying and practicing Chinese Medicine for fifteen years. While this episode was recorded in 2019, this convo is incredibly relevant! Big News for Deb: this week The Well Center is re-opening from it’s lockdown during the pandemic and we’re thrilled to cheer her on! Through this conversation, you will understand not only why we love Deb so much, but why she brings so much wisdom kindness and insight to her family, patients, and community.
In this conversation Randi & Deb dive into:
-From PR party girl to acupuncturist- Deb’s New York history and how she shifted into the healing arts. Plus how she met Randi!
-The power of stepping into your gifts and owning all that you are. The wisdom that comes with aging and how it contributed to the next phase in creating her own business.
-Creating the space and practices for yourself when you have to be so many things to so many people.
-Deb’s spiritual journey- looking at her own patterns and childhood, working with a therapist and really doing the work.
-Moving your body any way you can! Randi and Deb discuss the beauty of prioritizing vitality and reframing the way an exercise routine should look and feel like.
-Purposeful disruptions-How to shake up your energy, add a little humor and break old patterns in order to grow.
-Communication in relationships and navigating conflict-creating an honest, respectful and balanced long-term marriage.
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A veil has been lifted that has covered our reality and now we can’t look away. Thousands have walked the streets protesting racist systems and demanding equality and justice for black people. Non-black people are finally studying, verbalizing, and connecting the dots of their own privilege to the systemic nature of racism in our country. So many are finally feeling the heartbreak. And somehow in the midst of the pain and fear is possibility.
In this episode Randi sits down with author, workplace peace advocate, speaker and inspiration enthusiast, Rahkal Shelton. She is passionate about serving, inspiring, and helping individuals find harmony and strategy to thrive in and out of the workplace. Her latest book Woosah: A Survival Guide for Women of Color Working in Corporate has been featured on WGN, the Huffington Post and Forbes. Rahkal brings all of her experience both professionally and personally to this honest and necessary exploration.
In this conversation Randi & Rahkal dive into:
-Why supporting women of color in the workspace is Rahkal’s passion and commitment.
-Institutional racism. Rahkal dives into the micro-agressions, stereotypes and stigmas women of color face in the work space and the frustration in navigating that socially.
-Education and personal work to combat white privilege: Why it is critical for white people to educate themselves and step outside themselves to really connect with these issues. Rahkal highly recommends a PBS documentary called “The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross"
-The path to healing. How do we heal? How do we give voice to this? The power of creating a safe space to dialogue while taking the politics out of if it.
-Randi shares her own story about encountering micro-agression racism while applying to new schools for her kids.
-Mindfulness and how that helps us stay the course.
-How can companies can create safer spaces for people of color in the workspace.
Tune in now!
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We’re thrilled to release an encore episode with mother, model, speaker, and shift stirrer Tinamarie Clark! On Season 4 of the podcast, Tinamarie joined us to tell her unique story of navigating poverty, broken family, the modeling world, and how she’s become the woman she is today. Now, back by popular demand (and we were told that Randi and TM connected like peanut butter and jelly folks), Tinamarie and Randi are going deeper into all the things that have been created and unearthed since their original conversation. Tinamarie shares more about her Shift Stirrer Method (SSM), a five S method to get your sht together and shift your perception. This method is designed to transform negative thought patterns, also known as stir stories*. With the state of the world, a pandemic, and major paradigm shifts, we know we need many more skills to own our shadow selves and get better at sustaining discomfort- we know this conversation will help us NOW!
This episode was recorded in 2019 but this conversation will provide some much needed healing for the moment we’re all in.
In this episode Randi and Tinamarie dive into:
-How the Shift Stirrer Method came to Tinamarie and how it changed her life.
-What is the method exactly? Tinamarie walks us through each step of the Shift Stirrer Method in detail.
-The importance of every single step of her method. Why each step is transformational and powerful even when practiced on their own.
-Why it takes courage to really do the work to look at ourselves, own our awful and shift into a new perspective. Randi and Tinamarie share their own stories.
-Finding your alignment and calling-What it feels like to be in the flow of doing what you truly were meant to do on this planet.
-The power of vulnerability and pain. How Randi and Tinamarie have taken their hardships in life and created greatness out of them.
Tune in now!
There’s a lot of heaviness in the world right now. At the Going Beyond Podcast we bring bring raw and vulnerable interviews and will continue to do so. But we also believe in balance and sharing conversations that provide you with tools and inspiration to amplify your positivity!
We are excited to air this episode recorded in 2019 with author, editor, on-air personality, lifestyle and health expert and influencer, a home-hack master and certified trainer, Meaghan B. Murphy! She was recently named Content Director of Woman’s Day (the #1 selling magazine on newsstands), charged with energizing the brand across print and digital. This follows a 6-year stint as executive editor at Good Housekeeping, where Meaghan helped dust off and reimagine the 130 year-old mega brand.
Today Meaghan is known for her high-energy, upbeat personality and lifestyle, which she shares regularly with her 20,000+ Instagram followers on @meaghanbmurphy and @theyaylist. Meaghan is currently busy putting the finishing touches on her debut book “The Fully Charged Life” out with Penguin/Random House in February 2021. She is also the co-host of Off the Gram - a podcast that will help you live your best life, channel your inner girl boss and navigate the ever changing landscapes of wellness & social media.
Basically, Meaghan gives us life. And we know she will give life to you too.
In this conversation Randi & Meaghan dive into:
-Meaghan’s book “The Fully Charged Life” out May 2021. It’s a radically simple guide to having endless energy every day. Meaghan shares more about the book and how she found the time to write in the midst of her busy schedule and family life.
-How Meaghan went from negative to positive. She was born negative (hard to imagine!) and had to re-program her brain to see the positive in most situations. She trained herself to be good vibes for other people once she realized positivity is contagious and obtainable.
-How Meaghan has processed the death of her father. How she used her toolkit to both grieve and live a positive life in honor of her Dad.
-Meaghan’s positivity projects such as "Operation Good Grief" and "Find the Yay" that she shares on social media.
-What her 2019 schedule was like and how she found time to workout and write a book. Plus her essentials: sleep, gluten free eating, sex, workouts and more!
-The podcast Off the Gram that Meaghan co-hosts- what she’s learning about podcasting and the platform!
-How to create, support and love between the mom community and leave negativity behind!
Of all the topics that bring us to our edge, to a place of most raw vulnerability, it’s death and dying….and particularly during the time of the Covid-19 pandemic. We’ve either experienced it or we fear it. When we were approached by Caroline Shrank, director of Down to Earth Funerals in NYC, to talk about the challenges and opportunities to redefine our relationship to death and dying, we knew that we needed to step into our own fears, and welcome this conversation. This episode concludes our corona virus pandemic mini-series, and we knew we couldn’t close it without stepping into the places we’re most scared to go.
Caroline Schrank is the founder and funeral director of Down to Earth Funerals based in New York City. She is an extraordinary empathetic person and perfectly poised to head DTE and forge a new direction in funeral care.
Her former career as a production coordinator setting up photography shoots for magazines, choosing locations for fashion catalog shoots, coupled with her background in event and party planning, uniquely positions her as someone who can handle a myriad of details effortlessly. The death of both her parents opened her to the idea that death and grief could become so much more personalized, NOT one size fits all. We’re amazed by what she’s done.
In this episode Randi and Caroline dive into:
-Being a funeral director during Covid and how funeral directors are also the front line workers, often replacing the role family members often hold.
How the virus is preventing people from gathering to heal together and witnessing the double sadness of those who can’t be physically present. How is Caroline holding space for it?
-Discovering new ways to grieve at this time. Why technology has become a tool for grieving, connecting, and support.
-Randi’s own experience processing loss and turning to yoga and movement for healing.
-How to understand death and establish a new relationship to it- the power of processing with community.
-Caroline’s advice on the importance of having a strong foundation in your life so you can be ready for the difficult times that come your way.
Tune in now for this vital (and timely) conversation!
*This conversation is from our pre-Corona recorded episodes but clearly the subject matter is so relevant during this time!
Loss. It’s a topic on our minds now more than ever. Many of us have navigated its crushing waves and some are experiencing the reality of grief during this time pandemic for the very first time. We are wondering why we feel so alone when we go through it, knowing that everyone goes through loss at some point or another? How do we continue to process even when grief arrives again, many years later? How can community better support the experience of grief in our culture?
Join Randi and Rebecca Soffer, cofounder and CEO of Modern Loss, a digital and IRL forum for grief and resilience within a contemporary context. Whether you have been through loss a million times or this is your first loss experience, Modern Loss is a website and community where everyone is welcome. Rebecca is also coauthor of Modern Loss: Candid Conversation About Grief. Beginners Welcome, which The Cut recently named one of the best books on loss for a younger generation. She is a former producer for the Peabody Award-winning The Colbert Report. Rebecca has spoken nationally on loss and resilience at Chicago Ideas Week, HBO, and Amazon, and has led multi-day retreats at Kripalu. Her writing has appeared in outlets such as The New York Times, Marie Claire, and The Wing's magazine No Man's Land, and she has been profiled on CBS Sunday Morning.
In this conversation, Randi and Rebecca get raw and vulnerable about their own profound losses all while acknowledging the discomfort, humor and surprising creativity that comes with it. Randi and Rebecca connect deeply as two women with ironically similar stories and who aren’t afraid to open up and share for the benefit of others.
In this conversation Randi and Rebecca explore:
-Rebecca’s platform Modern Loss. Why she felt the need to create a modern and inclusive community to process loss.
-The need for collective support and storytelling during a time where you are relearning how to cope with life. How storytelling can pull us all together and help us feel less alone.
-The taboo nature of death in our culture. How can we begin to normalize it and why we need to give ourselves a break when it comes to confronting loss. How can we bring in more empathy and understanding?
-Randi and Rebecca’s own experiences with loss and grief in their family and what it was like being only children.
-Parenting through loss. The complexities and even creative moments of being pregnant and bringing up children without our own parents.
-Why it’s okay to do what YOU need to do when dealing with grief.
-What it was like for Rebecca to create Modern Loss after the death of her parent and how she used her professional skills to curate and produce a meaningful community.
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Nowadays, we don’t always equate science with healing. Science can save our lives (the greatest innovations have occurred inside of science labs), but it can also be driven by big business and controlled by government regulations. The story you are about to hear is one of scientific innovation, brilliant healing power, and how the two merged together. Welcome to the podcast, our first ever woman scientist, Dr. Annabelle Morgan! Dr. Annabelle has a PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology; she’s a mother of 4, and wife to Grammy Award winning reggae artist, Gramps Morgan. Dr. Annabelle is a cancer researcher, a consultant to both medical science businesses and government, and most importantly, a mother who took her science chops and her powerful intuition, and used it to cure her son of tragic brain-related injury using hemp-derived compounds that she herself made. Now, she works to merge science and the natural space through implementing cannabis and/or plant compounds in general into current modern medicine. More recently Dr. Annabelle has been pulled into some potential research for co-vid 19 treatment (you’ll hear more about that later in the episode).
Dr.Annabelle is also on the advisory board for our podcast sponsor Quanta! Quanta is an applied science company, focused on enhancing energy levels in plant matter (including cannabis) to increase performance within the human body. More on Quanta below and how you can use a special discount code to try your first products!
In this episode Randi and Dr.Annabelle dive into:
-Dr.Annabelle’s most significant life change with the birth of her son who has had over 38 percent of his brain resected as a result of uncontrollable seizures. She tells the journey she went on to ultimately develop a natural hemp-derived medicine to replace her son’s medications that ultimately cured him.
-How Dr. Annabelle found her purpose and calling in helping others through merging science and the natural space. Plus why she fell in love with cannabis!
-How she does it all! What it’s like to balance life as a scientist, mother of 4, and as part of the team of scientists working towards a Co-Vid 19 treatment.
-Why did she choose to work with a company like Quanta? How their technology works and how it allows you to get the full benefits of whatever you are absorbing, in a completely natural and harmless way.
-Dr.Annabelle’s take on the co-vid 19 virus- the best scientists in the world are part of the research to treat this virus.
-How Dr.Annabelle and Randi are finding hope, strength and empowerment during this time of pause! What they recommend daily to come out of this time even stronger!
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Let’s talk about finding intimacy in the middle of quarantine- to some of us, that is a major challenge right now! Under one roof for many more hours a day than most of us are used to, lines and boundaries are blurred in our romantic partnerships. Finding ways to connect romantically might not seem possible right now…or maybe its something you’re really craving but don’t know how to approach. Whatever the moment is for you, we know many intimate relationships are trying to find their “new normal” during a very abnormal time.
That’s why we brought on Rachel Ballard, a marriage and relationship strategist and the host of the “How to Like Your Husband” Podcast to chat with us about all things intimacy and partnership!
Through Rachel's authentic content, supportive Facebook community and a hilariously funny podcast - Rachel shows you how to put in the hard work for a successful partnership.
Rachel will shine a light on how you can generate loving energy when you’re not sure there is any, and (re)discover the foundation of your relationship, as you choose to move closer to designing a life (and solid friendship) with your partner built on love, lust, and loyalty!
We know that everything has changed, but within change is greater opportunity for fresh starts and new perspectives- so why not within your romantic relationship and long term partnership? In this new normal, you can still find love and intimacy (even when you’re wearing sweats and together 24/7!)
In this episode Randi & Rachel dive into major topics such as:
-How stress affects your relationship with your partner and kids? How to better noticing behavior patterns in your home.
-Why a gratitude practice is so important and looking for the good in your partner as much as possible.
-The power of sticking with your own routine and why communication is essential for carving out healthy boundaries.
-Leaning into the positives of your relationship and leaving behind any baggage (for now).
-Handling conflict gracefully and with compassion. Recognizing what something is really about and why a minute of grace makes all the difference.
-Why taking space is vital to see the other person more clearly. Being okay with the silence as well as the communication.
-What does intimacy look like for you and your partner? The small and big ways you can find intimacy daily and why we must make time for it!
Tune in now for tips on a more powerful, communicative and fulfilling relationship!
Business owners, creators, entrepreneurs and anyone with a message to share- this episode is for you! As the world suddenly changed, so did the way we do business. Brand messages, content expression, and launch strategies suddenly shifted. Companies quickly pivoted their offerings to virtual spaces and groups are gathering remotely! We have all had to face quick pivots!
What we know is there’s stress in the air and a good deal of financial insecurity so anchoring in our authentic brand purpose and strategic messaging is critical. We want the tools to manage our energy and our output so we aren’t merely reacting but instead we are creating for the longterm of our businesses and our selves! And that’s why we brought in an expert to dive deeper into the topic of branding and marketing in the time of corona.
Welcome to the podcast Hillary Weiss, brand consultant, speaker, copywriter and founder of Statement Piece Studio @hillaryweiss.com. Since 2011, she’s helped thousands of brands all over the world get seen and heard (and make serious cash) through her 1-1 client work, writing, coaching, and videos. Nowadays, she’s on a mission to help more small businesses define their “statement piece”, a.k.a. the bold point of view that makes them radically relevant to their perfect people. Her insights are as soulful as they are practical. We walked away with some super valuable insights and we know you will too. Get our your notebooks friends!
In this episode Hillary and Randi jump into:
-When everyone is creating virtual content, how do you make an impact through your content all while staying authentic to who you are?
-Real life examples of brands who have pivoted gracefully and made smart offerings at this time.
-Between IG LIVE, YouTube, Podcasts, Complimentary consultations...choosing what feels right for your brand and where to put your energy to avoid burnout!
-Who is your audience, how can you serve them and what are the five stages of customer awareness?
-From planning a launch during this time to coming up with a new business idea to not feeling creative at all: Hillary answers rapid fire questions!
-What is marketing with empathy? How do you make sure your message is sent with joy and not panic?
-Letting go of outcome and opening your heart and mind to receptivity.
Tune into this hot one for creators and entrepreneurs!
In honor of Infertility Month we are releasing a very special conversation between Randi and Stephanie Cartin, founder of Social Fly and Co-Host of the Entreprenista Podcast. Randi’s mission has always been to express and curate conversations that bring healing, awareness and inspiration-she sees it as an honor and a gift. This gift was recognized by Stephanie who asked Randi to come on the Entreprenista podcast as a co-host to interview Stephanie as she revealed her honest story of infertility and the profound and hopeful journey she took to become a mother.
This month we honor the women who embark on the winding journey of infertility, pregnancy challenges and more, all with the deep desire to become mothers. Stephanie’s tear jerking story is a raw and personal account, encompassing both the beauty and the pain, but ultimately it's a story of hope and resilience. Randi was honored to help share her story and we are glad to share the episode here on the podcast. Share with women who have gone or are on the journey themselves!
In this episode Stephanie and Randi dive into:
-Stephanie’s full story which includes fertility treatments, twin to twin transfusion, the loss of one of her babies, PPROM, 17 weeks on bedrest, 11 of those weeks in the hospital.
-How social media helped get her pregnant and ultimately give birth to her now 10-month old daughter
-How she learned to listen to her instinct despite what the system might say.
-What Stephanie wishes she knew before she started fertility treatment.
-Staying positive and resilient in the face of the unknown.
Tune in now!
The Going Beyond podcast is on a mission to unpack the human emotional, mental and physical experience during this unprecedented time. We want to understand the collective trauma so we can normalize it, dispelling myths and unnecessary confusion around it. We want to provide more connection to our bodies, our emotional life, and with humanity. Randi has spent years exploring her own life trauma (both big and small) and has done this work most closely with her long-time therapist- so who better to bring onto the show? Kristin Miscall, this week’s guest, has taught Randi about how trauma works, how to explore it within the body, and how to understand our own responses to it. This understanding is critical at a time when the collective and individual nature of trauma is effecting us all.
Kristin Miscall has had a private psychotherapy practice in New York City for over 20 years. She specializes in treating trauma, eating disorders, co-dependency and addictions. She is also the leader of the Undoing Whiteness and Oppression Dharma Group at the Brooklyn Zen Center. In this episode we give you a dynamic conversation with an individual who brings incredible knowledge, depth and compassion to the topic of trauma, as well as a unique and necessary commentary on inequality in America and how we’re seeing it acutely during this pandemic.
Go deep with Randi and Kristin as they explore:
-Trauma: What is it exactly, where does it live, what is Big trauma versus Little trauma and how does it affect our nervous system?
-The unprecedented nature of the pandemic and why it is so disorienting to our lives.
-From productive to withdrawn-the different ways people react to living through a disorienting crisis.
-The parallels between 9/11 and co-vid 19 in relation to people’s trauma and reactions.
-The importance of taking stock of and naming your feelings and why this intimate self-knowing will help you during this time.
-How to find your own quiet time even when life is anything but quiet around you.
-Awareness of who is most affected during the pandemic. Exposing America's systems of patriarchy, classicism and racism and why it’s important to confront hard emotions around these realities.
-Kristin’s self-care tips: affirmations, spiritual practice, limiting news consumption
This episode is packed with grounded and compassionate information meant for awareness and healing. We hope this episode helps!
During a time in which many of us feel powerless, here at the podcast, we encourage you to take this time to focus on your overall health and wellness. We know that our strength (body, mind and spirit) are key components to our immunity and to protecting ourselves to the best of our ability. But we are operating in a system that has empowered the “professionals” and disempowered the individual- how can we re-establish our confidence in our own bodies, our own wisdom, our own intuition? How can we turn to the natural medicines and practices that have allowed a stronger sense of well-being to prevail? We’re curious about the habits we can establish during this time and how they can sustain us for a lifetime of healthy living.
For this explorative and upbeat conversation, we welcome two brilliant women to the podcast: Jillian Sommerfeld, a positive life activist, internal strategist for Human Garage LA and a Wellness Expert/Brand Strategist for a variety of nutrition and wellness brands and Luba Andrus a pharmacist by training who leaped head first into the world of cannabis, owning two medical marijuana dispensaries and opening several more in 2021. She works closely with the aging populating, assisting them in phasing off of prescription medications and supping them through the use of cannabis.
Both women are fans of our podcast sponsor Natural Recovery Greens, a product that has proven anti-inflammatory and immune boosting benefits plus high-quality CBD for healing and calm. See our show notes to get a special Going Beyond discount code to try them!
In this conversation Randi, Jillian and Luba explore:
-Their fascinating health and wellness journeys. Jillian shares her mission of working directly with wellness brands to make a difference in the world. She uses her platform to encourage people to own and love their body. Luba shares her journey from starting a pharmacy and selling it to a hospital to opening up an HIV clinic to getting a health law degree and more!
-Luba works directly with CBD and Cannabis and both Randi and Jillian include CBD in their wellness routine. Why CBD and why cannabis? They discuss how the changing world is now opening up more to alternative medicines. Luba shares how she works closely with patients and other doctors to create life-changing health benefits through cannabis.
-The balancing act between the western medicine world and the public. When doctors are constantly prescribing how can you own your health and body everyday?
-Letting your body guide you! A powerful discussion on the power of listening to your body, resting, finding movement and supplements to support you.
-Tips for identifying the top CBD options as well as what dosage makes sense for you.
-How this pandemic is helping people get real about their lives and awakening them to how they want to live differently.
Enjoy this episode that will inspire you to be the master of your own health, during this challenging time and beyond!
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Who’s experiencing the struggle of parenting, educating, and embracing everything that it means to be a parent right now?! Who needs an uplifting and inspiring approach?! WE ALL DO! We know that this time of social isolation is particularly stressful for parents. Our kids daily activities and schooling changed right in time with our own. Homeschooling is overwhelming and frustrating. Our kids miss their friends, teachers, and activities.
We are trying to work, ease our own worries, and hold space emotionally for our children. We knew we had to acknowledge ALL of this, so we asked our friend Sue Groner, the Parenting Mentor herself, back to the podcast. Sue has the unique gift of taking our challenges, flipping them around, and transforming them into lessons of growth, resilience and gratitude. Her messages are so simple…and so profound for the entire family unit.
We know it’s tough. We know it’s not what you asked for. But this episode will help you to Go Beyond your frustrations and create a new normal that could actually be quite poignant!
In this episode Randi and Sue dive into:
-The major mindset shift-recognizing the benefits of taking life a bit slower.
-Why it’s okay to break your “normal" rules with your kids.
-Why Sue thinks the high statistics of kid’s anxiety may shift after this period of time.
-How to get your kids involved in cooking, cleaning, and other chores in a fun and active way. Randi shares her own Sunday morning cleaning story with her kids.
-Tips on how to keep kids healthy, happy and entertained at home. Sue shares her go-to interactive ideas
-Letting go of that feeling of "falling behind". Sue reminds us that everyone is in this boat together and everyone will catch up together.
-How to keep the dialogue open and manage when kids are going through an emotional experience- whining, breakdowns etc.
-Sue’s new motto- “let’s give it a try” and how that’s helping her.
-How to honestly talk to your kids about what’s going on.
We know you’ll love this episode!! Enjoy!
In these unprecedented times, we are all searching for ways to cope with the current reality of the coronavirus pandemic. Enduring global and personal losses, all while adjusting to some kind of new normal, many of us are finding that our mental and emotional state is difficult to manage or make peace with.
Here at the Going Beyond podcast we’ve committed to giving you the kinds of conversations that will uplift you and provide you with the tools to help you get through this time! For our first conversation in this bonus series, we called upon relational psychotherapist Lia Avellino to talk to help us understand our anxieties, the emotional ups and downs, and how to manage so many levels of unknown.
Lia even closes our episode with an anxiety releasing meditation- don’t miss it!!
In this episode Randi and Lia dive into:
-What is anxiety and how does it serve us? What is its purpose?
-How tracking emotions through noting our thoughts and physical sensations helps us stay present in our experience.
-The three markers of transitions: fear, grief and anxiety and how we can create space for them.
-Anticipatory anxiety and grief: naming what’s within our “I don’t know” and finding acceptance with what we don’t know.
-Accepting and normalizing our every experience: the good and bad.
-The search for meaning within the chaos and pain.
-And lastly a beautiful anxiety releasing meditation led by Lia.
Thank you to our amazing sponsor Natural Recovery Greens. NRG is proven to have anti-inflammatory and immune system boosting benefits. 9 out of 10 Americans do not get their recommended daily servings of fruits and veggies, NRG contains approximately 3 cups per serving. NRG is individually packeted in single serve packets for convenience and to ensure every serving has the exact amount of each stated on the label ingredient including CBD. They are produced in a cGMP certified facility where not only is the CBD tested but every ingredient for pesticides, metals or other toxins. Natural Recovery Greens- a nutrition you can feel! Go to naturalrecoverygreens.com and use code GOINGBEYOND for 25% off entire purchase and a free shaker bottle! Stay well my friends!
We’re living in a time of extreme unknown and managing our individual realities are overwhelming- our family and individual health, our work and financial worries, for many of us homeschooling our kids for the first time, an abrupt and extreme change of habits and schedules. We are dealing with both personal and societal anxiety. How do we manage all of each day? Over the next few weeks, The Going Beyond Podcast invites some of our favorite friends to offer tips, tools, and support for the most pressing of topics, plaguing us right here and right now. For this episode, Randi got real and shared her struggles, hopes, and daily practices that are making the most impact. We hope it helps!
In today’s episode Randi dives into:
-Surviving our reality- how to tune into what is happening for you!
-Finding gratitude at this difficult time.
-The emotional rollercoaster: from positivity to emotional distress.
-Homeschooling kids: setting them up and stabilizing them.
-The deep desire to see friends and loved ones and how to manage those longings..
-Connecting and leaning into faith- God is love and God is nature.
Tune in now!
We are excited to have Sara & Misasha, the co-hosts of the Dear White Women Podcast on the show today! Dear White Women is a social justice podcast for busy people who wish they knew more about race, happiness, history & current events in the United States (seems pretty relevant to us right now, and especially in light of the 2020 election.) Their personal drive to leave this world a better place for our children became the impetus for their show, and each episode builds on their shared core beliefs in the humanity of all people and that we rise by lifting others.
Sara and Misasha are best friends who met when they were walking out of a racial identity conversation (they're both half-White and half-Japanese) as undergraduates at Harvard. Misasha is married to a Black man, is a lawyer, amateur historian, and Megaformer fitness coach; Sara is married to a White Canadian, and is a life coach, positive psychology aficionado, and happiness consultant - and together, they have four very mixed-race school-aged children.
As a mom of a mixed race family, Randi loves to give air time to this important dialogue around race in our modern world.
In this episode Randi, Sara and Misasha dive into:
-Each of their unique experience with race based on their heritage, upbringing and current family dynamic.
-Owning your experience but being aware there’s a whole experience you might not know about.
-Bringing up mixed race kids and why our children are our greatest teachers.
-Having conversations with children around history such as slavery and the holocaust.
-The way we influence our circles and the power that women have.
-Defining who you are as mixed raced especially when speaking to kids.
You can listen to Sara and Misasha on the Dear White Women podcast wherever podcasts are listened to! Check out this episode to start a dialogue about creating a more open and compassionate world!
We are OVERJOYED to welcome internationally recognized yoga teacher, celebrity holistic health coach, author, speaker and vegan activist, Koya Webb to the podcast!! Koya’s core mission is to promote self-care, oneness and eco-friendly living to combat some of the world’s biggest challenges including mental health, social injustices and global warming. Koya is the founder of Get Loved Up, an international lifestyle community and Yoga School that inspires mental, spiritual and physical health through an app, online courses, retreats, in-person yoga teacher training events and the Get Loved Up Podcast.
She is also the author of LET YOUR FEARS MAKE YOU FIERCE: How to Turn Common Obstacles into Seeds for Growth, which addresses daily self assessment and mindfulness, understanding how to make fear your friend, and using the power of holistic health to heal – all messages she promotes to her devout Instagram following of over one million followers.
As a former competitive track and field athlete training for the Olympics, Koya first got introduced to yoga after a debilitating track injury. Once recognizing the physical and mental benefits of yoga, she shifted her focus to yoga, personal training, and life coaching -- combining the work ethic of an athlete with practical holistic health practices that anyone can follow to live a healthy and active lifestyle.
In this episode Randi and Koya dive into:
-Rituals: Why the world needs more loving rituals and how these kinds of practices can change your life. Koya shares the rituals that kickstart her every morning and how to develop a practice to help you stay aligned when life is crazy.
-How to handle daunting fears- Koya views fear as a friend and uses it as feedback.
-Finding empowerment and gratitude in order to change our perspective.
-How yoga and breath work saved Koya after a devastating injury.
-Using breath work to move trauma out of the body. If there is a wound give it time to heal.
-Understanding of the spiritual plane versus the physical plane.
-What lights your soul on fire? Finding and utilizing your authentic voice on social media and in your business to make a difference and a living.
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Don’t miss this conversation in which we gathered top wellness and empowerment game changers to bring their unique expertise and perspective to a cultural reality that affects each and every one of us. We are ALL walking with enormous levels of stress as we navigate a world that wants us plugged in, productive, and perfect at all times. In this dynamic and raw group conversation we uncover the roots of our stress and welcome to voices of our live studio audience. We even include a short meditation and encourage you to participate in it as well so you can really soak it all in! We can’t wait for you to listen!
Led by Randi Zinn we are thrilled to feature a panel of powerful leaders:
Rha Goddess- Entrepreneurial soul coach, Author, Founder & CEO of Move the Crowd
Lia Avellino- Relational Psychotherapist & Director of Head and Heart at The Well
Freya Dobson- Co-founder of Treaty CBD
Jennifer Swartley- Head of Marketing at Journey Live Meditation
In this conversation we dive into:
-Why are we so stressed? What is it doing to us?
-Expectations versus reality and the glorification of busy
-How to get back to the core of you and honor yourself in the midst of stress
-The stress of race, womanhood, and the urgency of our planet.
-Workaholism: how stress can propel you and hold you back.
-What can companies and communities do to tackle stress?
-Tools to find CALM in our daily lives.
Tune in now on iTunes, Spotify and beyondmom.com
When it comes to parenting, do you wonder if you’re doing it “right”? Of course you. We all do!
No one really teaches us how to be parents. We respond to tough moments from a sense of instinct or front what we learned as children of our own parents. When its all said and done, we hope we’re doing a decent job, but the demands and pressures of a society that expects everyone (ourselves and our kids to be perfect), make the whole job feel even harder.
We are thrilled to gift you this conversation with author and founder of The Parenting Mentor, Sue Groner. She founded The Parenting Mentor to provide an ally for parents in their quest to raise confident and resilient children. Sue is also the creator of the CLEARR method of parenting, developed through years of trial (and her fair share of errors!) with her own family. Sue’s method is calm, caring, and incredibly practical and thats why we love it.
In this episode Randi and Sue dive into:
-Sue’s parenting journey and the WHY behind her work.
-Why empathy, love and hearing the perspective of our kids is one of the foundations of Sue’s technique.
-Randi gets personal with her own parenting struggles and Sue gets to work!
-How to approach the frustrating moments like bedtime, tantrums and consequences.
-Powerful tools like role play, using “and” versus “but” and more.
-Rules and how they might not be what you think..
This episode is a MUST for anyone on the parenting journey! Enjoy!
Entrepreneurs, creators and problem solvers, we’ve got just the conversation for you!
Welcome to the podcast Hillary Graves! She is the founder of Little Dish, a company that serves a range of fresh meals nutritionally designed for toddlers and young children, made from 100% natural ingredients!
When Hillary Graves moved to London for a short term work assignment she had no idea what was in store for her (entrepreneurship and motherhood!) Her company Little Dish brings a completely unique offering to the market because the meals are fresh and sold in the refrigerated aisle, not the baby aisle where food can sit on the shelf for up to two years. Every recipe is developed with a nutritionist and then tested by a team of ‘Tiny Tasters’, including Hillary’s own children. Little Dish has recently arrived in the US and her family followed along- there’s some exciting things in store for this dynamic woman.
In this conversation Hillary Graves and Randi dive into:
- Hillary’s personal and professional journey moving to London, becoming a mother and entrepreneur.
- What do you do when you have an idea as an entrepreneur? We discuss gaps in the market, consumer research and brand marketing.
- Why naivety when starting a business can actually be a good thing.
- From idea to reality- the exact steps Hillary took to make Little Dish become a reality..
- How motherhood and her kids have played a role in Little Dish.
- The journey of transitioning her brand to the USA.
- Tips for juggling a business partnership with your life partner.
- How to hold on to cultivating SELF along the way.
Tune in now!
The only way up is through the corporate ladder right? Not quite. Get ready to dive into a story and conversation about paving your path as a woman in our contemporary BUSY world.
We are pumped to welcome the powerful and inspiring Adrianne Wright to the podcast! Adrianne is the Founder and CEO of Rosie, a boutique storytelling agency for non-profit organizations, people, and brands who are doing good in the world. She is also the Co-Founder of I Will Not Be Quiet, a community group that creates a sacred space for women to learn about the political and social issues that impact their lives. Adrianne is a passionate advocate for gender equality, and works tirelessly to close the gender gap.
In this episode Randi and Adrianne dive into:
-Being a daughter of immigrants and how that influenced Adrianne’s drive and determination.
-How taking a fall during her pregnancy pushed Adrianne to leave the corporate world behind and start her own business.
-The in’s and out’s of Adrianne’s company Rosie and why the name.
-Mindful ways to find balance and work smarter while listening to your unique energy and rhythm.
-Why we are still 200 years away from gender equality and how Adrianne is devoted to being an everyday warrior.
-"How we live our days is how we live our lives.” and why this is Adrianne's go-to quote.
Tune in now!!
We welcome to the podcast Dr. Leonie Mattison, an organizational and talent development practitioner and author. Dr. Leonie’s life work is transforming the experience of past trauma and helping survivors live an abundant life. Since the very recent tragedy resulting in the loss of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and several other beautiful souls, Randi has come face to face with her own traumatic triggers associated with sudden loss- this interview couldn’t have come at a better time. In this conversation, Dr. Leonie and Randi open up about their own traumas, the process of facing them daily, and our power to have great empathy and compassion because of those traumas. But it’s not so pretty when those traumas get triggered, so what kinds of tools can we turn to when our own fears show up? When our emotions feel too overwhelming? When our body is deeply stressed out?
In this timely conversation Randi and Dr. Leonie Mattison dive into:
-Leonie’s experience with trauma and how that affected her life direction and work.
-What trauma and stress does to our bodies and minds and how we can combat this.
-How PTSD works and what happens to us when we witness another person’s trauma.
-Leonie’s own rock bottom moment and how she went through a transformation.
-Tangible tools and exercises for handling trauma triggers.
-Randi’s realization of her mission on this planet from the trauma she’s been through.
-The difference between empathy and compassion and why we need to stick with empathy.
Through personal stories and tips, Dr. Leonie and Randi explore a deeper understanding of transforming from trauma!
Listen now!
Can you surrender, accept and trust a little more? Can you make a plan, manifest and then let go?
We are LOVING this soulful conversation with Elizabeth DiAlto. Known for her raw, honest, and grounded approach to self-help and spirituality, Elizabeth DiAlto is a practical mystic, the creator of Wild Soul Movement, an author, and the host of the popular Truth Telling with Elizabeth DiAlto podcast. She’s been a teacher, leader, speaker, coach and trainer to groups and individuals for 15+ years in three different industries.
In this conversation Randi and Elizabeth dive into:
-What it means to be fully embodied and functioning out of our creativity and
spiritual soul.
-Elizabeth’s first awareness and fascination with the body through sensuality, movement and more. Plus learning to accept all the parts of our bodies.
-The difference between feelings, emotions and feeling states. How building an awareness of your body language can be life-changing.
-The undeniable shifts into parenthood physically and emotionally and what Elizabeth tells new moms.
-Elizabeth’s experience mindfully dating and creating the conditions to manifest the next level.
-True vulnerability and why every relationship is a breathing and living organism.
Don’t miss this one! Tune in now!
Do you secretly feel dread and boredom about the life you’re living?
Do you feel like you are hiding aspects of who you really are?
Do you crave freedom from the ideas you were taught about what it means to live a productive and meaningful life?
Here at the podcast, we know that it’s time to WAKE UP and begin to walk the path towards your true self! We know you’ve heard it’s not possible. We know you’ve heard it’s too hard.
But we are here to tell you- your calling awaits you! Rha Goddess, entrepreneurial soul coach is here on the podcast to tell you all about it!
Rha is the coach behind hundreds of breakthrough changemakers, cultural visionaries and social entrepreneurs. From multiple NY Times Bestsellers to multi-million dollar social enterprises, Rha’s unique methodology has empowered a new generation of conscious entrepreneurs to stay true, get paid, and do good.
Her new book The Calling: 3 Fundamental Shifts to Stay True, Get Paid, and Do Good released this week! It holds years of knowledge around her groundbreaking work as a coach and we are so thrilled to be interviewing her at this pivotal moment in her career.
Worthy of mentioning: Rha is Randi’s coach and has helped her navigate some super complicated moments in her personal and professional life- and some of those moment made it INTO RHA’S BOOK! Super honored and excited over here!
This episode is incredibly special to us…You absolutely don’t want to miss this episode!
In the episode Randi & Rha Goddess dive into:
-The moment Randi approached Rha to be her coach and why that was a sacred time for both of them.
-Rha’s shocking story- being held at gun point and how it all led her to a new life path and eventually to founding her company Move the Crowd.
-How Rha came to her calling kicking and screaming and why uncertainty is uncomfortable.
-What is the FIRST action step to take when finding your calling? Randi & Rha discuss the importance of LISTENING in order to hear your calling..
-The three main concerns people have when finding their calling. Who am I? How am I going to eat? Can I really make a difference? Rha spells it out all while giving us a sneak peak of her new book.
“Saying yes to YOU and what you are here to DO is a practice! Like meditation, like yoga and it's one you have to engage in every single day”
Do you know what your dosha is? How about the kinds of foods YOUR body type actually needs? What if there was a simple and applicable way to understand yourself in a more tangible and personalized way? Guess what- there is! The ancient healing system of Ayurveda actually explains what YOUR body needs, taking all of you into account. So are you ready to go to the next level with your wellness? To truly pay attention to the rhythm of your body, surroundings and environment in order to learn the complete story? How is that even possible, you might ask?
Enter, Ali Cramer- Ayurveda expert, Director of the Ayurveda Program at Laughing Lotus Yoga Center and the author of the new book, “Modern Ayurveda: Rituals, Recipes, and Remedies for Balance”.
Often described as the art of living in harmony with our surroundings, Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems. In this episode Ali (who happens to also be Randi’s dear friend, one of her first yoga teachers and go-to for anything regarding her health) shares with us her wealth of knowledge on Ayurveda and taking amazing soulful care of ourselves..
In this episode Ali and Randi discuss:
-Ali’s New York City journey: pursing her career as a dancer turned yogi then Ayurveda expert.
-What being a yoga teacher has taught Ali about communication and the ability to go with the flow in class and life.
-What exactly is Ayurveda? They dive into why it is all about following our natural instincts, self-examining and figuring out what makes us feel balanced.
-The 101 on the five elements and three doshas of Ayurveda! What water, fire, earth, wind and ether express and what they have to do with YOUR health. Ali shares specific stories to help us understand!
-The background of Ayurveda and how it stresses self-care and why this is so needed especially for women.
-A sneak peak into Ali’s book "Modern Ayurveda: Rituals, Recipes, and Remedies for Balance” of what you will learn!
-Ali’s life philosophies such as dharma: what is our personal gifts and purpose in life?
You’ll leave this episode enlightened and curious about how you can apply these principles to your own health and overall life! Plus you get to hear two girlfriends reflect on the power and beauty of their relationship- and that’s the best part right?
Tune in now!
Guess what? Season 6 of the Going Beyond Podcast is dropping next week! And it’s going to be LIT.
We can’t wait to share with you these inspiring conversations. 2020 is our year. It’s our year because people are PUMPED, FRUSTRATED, MOTIVATED and READY to bring it! These conversations will align with your electric 2020 energy- we promise!
In this special episode Randi breaks down:
-What you can expect on Season 6 and why she’s ready for it.
-Our next LIVE podcast recording on February 13th!
-Why we choose the topic of STRESS for our next event and why it is SO important and deserves air time.
-How stress affects our body, mind and daily lives more than we would ever know. Let’s change that!
Tune in now!
Happy 2020 everyone! Are you ready to start off the New Year with clarity, peace and determination. What are YOU setting your intentions for this year? How do YOU want to show up differently than last year? And how do you want to GROW and EVOLVE in 2020? In this episode, Randi is getting personal on what 2020 means to her!
In this special New Years episode Randi opens up about:
-What resolutions ARE and what they are NOT
-What 2019 taught her and examining the ways she was showing up for the lessons.
-Her intentions for 2020 and why they aren’t what you might expect.
-What she is unwilling to accept in 2020.
-The two major changes she’s making to improve her life on every level.
Listen in now!! We guarantee you that Randi’s thoughts might resonate with you and your' contemplations as the new year and decade begins.
To wrap up Season 5 on the podcast and the month of December we welcome to the show the ultimate survivor and thriver, Barbara Majeski. She is a mom, on-air television personality, cancer survivor and a passionate philanthropist. When marriage therapy and chemotherapy started at the same time, she entered one of the darkest times of her life. Barbara turned to the principles of giving and gratitude, Ultimately bringing her into a space of alignment than ever before.
This episode has heart, truth and inspiration and you won’t want to miss this!
In this episode Barbara and Randi dive into:
-The mysterious reveal of how Barbara got introduced to Randi and why it was so inspiring.
-Barbara’s cancer diagnosis coinciding with her heartbreaking divorce: how did she manage both at the same time?
-Barbara’s unusual family upbringing- becoming the official guardian of her brother with special needs, putting herself through college and starting a business.
-The gratitude and clarity that comes from dark times.
-Tragedies and losses and how they forever impact our lives and way of being.
-Barbara’s giant awakening post-cancer and what she’s created from it.
“Every single woman has a unique story about her body image and food. And I realized we need to start sharing that in a more public way.” We welcome to the podcast, Soshy Adelstein, a wellness coach for women who want to make peace with food and their bodies. Through real talk and compassionate listening, she teaches women how to let go of old beliefs around dieting, eating, exercise and weight so that we can step into new practices to support our best selves NOW. Soshy’s story is unique and profound because of her upbringing in a Hassidic Jewish community, her separation from that community and her eventual ability to love and accept her own body.
In this episode Soshy and Randi dive into:
-Soshy’s background growing up in a Hassidic community, closed off from the secular world, and her need to break-away from the community she was born into.
-Soshy’s darker days facing binge eating, family trauma and physical pain.
-What is intuitive eating and how has it changed her life.
-Raising children to love their bodies in our modern age.
-The role of media when it comes to body image.
-Western Medicine versus Holistic Wellness.
-Her number one advice to healing your relationship with food.
“Clean up your feed. Go follow people that when you are looking at their feed you feel good. You feel excited. You feel jazzed up about your relationship with food.”
Tune in now!
We are thrilled to welcome Biet Simkin to the podcast! She is a Rock and Roll Spiritual Teacher who pulls out the heart in people through her explosive story, music, and global meditation experiences. Randi met Biet at an event and experienced her intense meditations (unlike any meditation she'd ever tried) and she came out blown open and moved beyond words. This episode allowed Randi and Biet to discuss her method, her incredible life story, and how pain opened her up to the work she shares with the world.
In this episode Randi and Biet dive into:
-How when your heart is broken you connect with others in a deeper way.
-What it takes to grow your career and what it has to do with being seen.
-Biet’s meditation techniques and what makes them so unique.
-The misconception of the anger emotion. How we judge it and why it’s so hard for us.
-The layers of who she is and owning all the parts of herself.
-The ancient principles in Biet’s book “Don’t Just Sit There”.
-Motherhood: what she has truly learned from the beauty, fear and sadness of it.
-Biet’s career journey: how she changed her mindset as an artist in order to share her work on a larger platform.
“The eyes are the portal to the soul. When you go through trauma the ultimate gain is you get to connect with others in a way you haven’t before.”
Welcome to the final month of the FIFTH season of the Going Beyond Podcast (don’t worry, season SIX coming soon!) This month, as 2019 comes to a close, we are speaking to Survivors and Thrivers! Surviving is something many can do but thriving is a unique experience and we wanted to know how our guests took their pain and transformed it to goodness. Somehow these thrivers took their losses and struggles and wove that into a story, a piece of art, a business and most definitely a changed mindset. We are honored to feature conversations with Spiritual Teacher Biet Simkin, Intuitive Eating Coach Soshy Adelstein and TV personality and Cancer Survivor Barbara Majeski. Stay tuned for all of this, starting next week.
In this episode Randi dives into:
-Season Five of the podcast and how our conversations moved the needle and raised consciousness.
-What it means to be a survivor and a thriver!
-A sneak peak into the incredible women we are interviewing this month.
-Why the holidays are a time to go deeper and reflect.
Tune in now!
Welcome to the podcast Deepti Sharma! She is the CEO and Founder of Food to Eat, a community minded catering concierge. As the daughter of immigrants and a woman of color she was driven to start a business that connects minority-owned food vendors to opportunities for growth. FoodtoEat helps businesses feed employees great food, while building stronger and more diverse work cultures through the experience of food and doing business with individuals from around the world.
In this episode we discuss:
- The connection between community and food
- The process of creating her business and the WHY behind it
- How her mindset and advocacy work bleed into her parenting
- Gender equality and the work that still needs to be done
- The complexities of raising children (especially boys)
Tune in now!
It’s time to pause, feel our hearts beating and connect to our humanity. In this episode we welcome emotional wellness coach and social worker Buffi Williams. She works closely with children living in poverty, coaches youth in prisons, and sits with families in the depth of despair due to drugs, abuse and loss- listening to stories and guiding people through their pain toward a more whole existence. She approaches every case with humbleness and compassion, prepared to sit in the messiness and potential of it all. How does she do the work that so many of us would probably avoid? She believes that there is power in each story and that story can be your super power. Buffi’s deep connection with God is her guide and her love of family inspires us to no end. Randi feels so lucky to share her sister-in-law and all her grace with the listeners of the podcast.
Enjoy!
In this episode Randi and Buffi dive into:
-What guided Buffi to work with the most vulnerable of youth
-The extraordinary power of communication
-Finding the other side of your pain and connecting to your humanity
-Why life isn’t about your “I have arrived” moment but the continual journey
-The impact of trauma especially for those suffering from poverty
-Fighting the human fight-what she witnesses in the prison system
-How to let your human imperfect self go to connect to your spirit side
-Why faith and family bring Buffi back to her WHY
Tune in now!
We are honored to welcome Reshma Saujani to the podcast! She is the founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, the international nonprofit organization working to close the gender gap in technology. She is also the author of the international bestseller Brave, Not Perfect and her TED talk, “Teach girls bravery not perfection” went viral with more than four million views. As a thought leader, entrepreneur, and mother, Reshma's mission is to combat the harmful expectations that society has put on women and girls. Her focus on redefining bravery and overcoming perfectionism is changing the world one girl at a time!
In this conversation we dive into:
-Perfection: what is it exactly? What do our identities, ideas about failure and desire for control have to do with it?
-How is perfectionism harming our bodies and minds?
-How perfectionism starts on the playground
-Motherhood: how can we leave perfectionism behind?
-Redefining bravery: how to get in touch with our daily acts of courage.
-Why saying no and taking care of ourselves is both radical and brave.
-Reshma’s personal challenges and stories that have opened her eyes.
Tune in now!
“Change for women happens one moment at a time. One light at a time. One meal at a time. One supplement at a time. And one choice at a time.”
Welcome to the bonus episode of the Going Beyond Podcast- listen now to our LIVE podcast recording featuring:
Molly Hayward, the founder of Cora
Sarrah Hallock, the co-founder of The Well
Julie Sawaya, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Needed
Kathleen Booker, Breathwork coach known as the Jedi of Calm
This dynamic conversation was recorded at Athleta Flatiron on October 17th with a live audience and now we’re thrilled to share it with you, our podcast listeners! We dove into a thought provoking and bold exploration on why owning our bodies and our wellness is still a pathway in need of redefinition. With humor and heart we told stories, shared expertise and reminded each other to stand in our true power. There is a WEALTH of knowledge in this episode, and its perfect for the newbie as well as the expert- its our JOY to share this LIVE conversation with you.
In this one of kind conversation we discuss:
-WHY wellness? Our panelists share how wellness became an integral part of their lives.
-The correlation between women’s health and their roles in society, plus the culture shift happening now!
-The truth about the inequality of medical research between women and men.
-Tips for the person who wants to embody better wellness every day of their lives.
-Q&A from the audience- how to start a wellness based business, healthy living “burn out" and redefining success as a business owner.
**Tune in to the first of many LIVE Going Beyond Podcast conversations- but there’s nothing like the first one! Enjoy!
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When women gather, there is no doubt that magic happens. We come to life. We thrive. And we empower each other. But when we're in a room filled with people from different backgrounds and heritages, it’s even more poignant and powerful. We are thrilled to interview Violette de Ayala a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women. Violette’s commitment to creating the conditions for diverse women to lift one another toward their personal and professional potential got us super jazzed and of course, grateful for the important work she’s doing.
In this episode we dive into:
-Why women? How Violette's rough mother and daughter relationship inspired her to help women.
-Why creating a space filled with diversity is essential.
-How broken and dark places can often lead to unexpected light and creations.
-What pushed Violette into being an entrepreneur and how motherhood folds into all of it.
Tune in now!
"You can choose your lane. You can pick your passion. And you can make a huge impact. And that impact ripples beyond the obvious."
This month on podcast we are talking gratitude! The world can feel overwhelming sometimes and it’s easy to be frustrated with what’s not working. But when we stop and truly look around- we might see the incredible creations, businesses and ideas that are making an impact each and every day.
This month we are featuring interviews with four women who have devoted themselves to making a difference in the world. They have identified their key skills, passions and causes they care about and from there? They drive them like hell! Why do we love them? Because they show us what is possible. They encourage us to do the same in our own unique way.
In this episode Randi dives into:
-What you can expect this month on the podcast
-Our podcast guests: Violette de Ayala founder and CEO of FemCity, Reshma Saujani founder of Girls who Code, Buffi Williams emotional wellness coach and Deepti Sharma founder of Food to Eat.
-Updates on the LIVE podcast event & episode!
Tune in now!
"No women enters any choice about her reproductive life lightly. Whether to get pregnant or end a pregnancy, your life is forever changed. I hope this moment can be solidarity for other women who go through this. Because the silence on the other side is crushing.”
In this very profound episode founder of Revolution Motherhood Rachel Welch shares with us her heartbreaking story of enduring a late term abortion. This emotional conversation might be triggering for some but here on the podcast, we believe in the transformative power of storytelling. Rachel survived the unthinkable: she discovered that her unborn child had an unsurvivable heart defect and Rachel had the most terrible of decisions to make.
The topic of abortion is often met by divisive politics, high emotions and judgement. Rachel asked to tell her story because of her deep belief that if we can come together in solidarity we can start to make change with humility, honesty and compassion. This discussion is told through the voice of motherhood between two women deeply engrained in women’s health and wellness. It is vulnerable, unscripted, and real.
We are privileged that Rachel chose to share her experience with us and hope that this conversation brings comfort, clarity and connection to all of those that listen. And most importantly, that a subject that can have such a cold, clinical conversation associated with it might become softer, more real, and closer to home. After all, when we hear a real story, we begin to see ourselves in that story. We begin to feel our own voice rising to meet the truth of that story. Listen in and allow all the emotion, the thoughts, and the realities to rise.
Welcome Pamela Pekerman to the podcast (she’s truly one of our favorite people and personalities out there!) This is a mama who is doing motherhood and entrepreneurship on her own terms while connecting with other mamas in the most heartfelt way. Pamela shares tips on time saving, beauty and wellness on her social media platforms and has recently launched her YouTube interview series: Hustle Like a Mom! We love Pam’s humor, authenticity and how she so naturally connects the women in her life; because of her, so many women are redefining what it means to be a mompreneur and with their own selves in mind. At the Going Beyond Podcast, that’s exactly how we like to see it done!
In this conversation Randi and Pamela dive into:
-Re-defining motherhood for yourself-how to do it on your own terms and leave behind shame and guilt
-The truth about balancing your career and motherhood
- Finding humor in the midst of the crazy
-When pulling back on your career, the one thing you can do to stay connected
-Why it’s okay to slow down
-Expectations versus reality- can you really have it all?
Get ready for a super fun and affirming conversation- enjoy!
Ready for an unfiltered conversation about the realities of motherhood with the queen of real herself? We are honored to have speaker, writer and founder of Not Safe for Mom Group, Alexis Barad Cutler on the podcast. Not Safe For Moms Group is a stigma-free digital space and real-life community where women express and explore raw feelings about motherhood without fear of judgement. She explains how she realized she was an exhibitionist writer and how she stepped into that voice as a means of healing herself and others. She knew it was time to write what women were feeling but not saying. Alexis explores her own struggle with mental health, postpartum depression and how its informed the creation of her powerful and dynamic support community for mothers. We honor Alexis’s work and can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode!
Are you ready for some real talk? The kind that drops all facades and welcomes even the stuff that’s hard to talk about? But don’t worry, we’re throwing in some humor too, as we always do on the podcast! This month is a personally reflective month for Randi with her 40th bday just around the corner as well as some other monumental dates in her life. And with our upcoming retreat and live podcast event just around the corner, it felt like the time to go even deeper into conversations that move us to the next level.
During October, we are stripping away the hesitation and the perfection and speaking from our hearts even more than ever. In this episode Randi reflects on the truths about getting older, observing the changes in her body, thought patterns, relationships and more. She also introduces the incredible interviews this month with three mamas who are challenging the predictable voices of motherhood: Founder of Not Safe for Mom Group, Alexis Barad Cutler, lifestyle expert, TV host and mompreneur, Pamela Pekerman and founder of Revolution Motherhood, Rachel Welch. These three women are uniquely different from one another, but their commitment to TRUTH aligns them as three of my favorite interviews of all time. Enjoy these episodes and let's dive deep into truth, soul-searching, and growth TOGETHER! Tune in!
We are thrilled to be featuring business powerhouse Jenny Fleiss on the podcast today! Jenny is the CEO and co-founder of Jetblack and Rent the Runway and has led the effort in developing highly personalized one to one shopping experiences for millions of women. What we love most? That Jenny’s companies provide services for the women who are doing it all and want to have it all! These women deserve everything to make their lives easier and more fulfilling and Jenny creates innovative ideas to support them.
In this conversation we dive into:
-Jenny’s transition from Rent the Runway to Jetblack
-Why Randi is obsessed with Jetblack and how she used it in the past six hours
-How Jenny goes with her gut when making decisions
-The mom and entrepreneur balance- why the imperfect juggle can lead to innovation
-Why it's not a career ladder- it’s a jungle gym
-How Jenny involves her kids in her work life
-Jenny’s self-care go-tos
-How to know when to start a business
This extremely informative yet inspiring interview will get your wheels turning! Don’t miss hearing from the innovative and creative Jenny Fleiss!
Interested in trying out Jetblack? Go to jetblack.com to join the waitlist- use Zinn01 as your referral code- your name will be flagged from there!
Join us for this fun sit down between with Randi and Stacy Igel! Stacy is a major mover and shaker in the fashion industry who remains humble and sweet about it all.
Dive in with us as we chat about:
-How her company Boy Meets Girl was born and why giving back was integral to its' mission
-How Stacy has evolved as a founder and collaborator
-How motherhood has affected Stacey’s productivity
-Stacy’s favorite hacks from her successful friends
-Stacy session with a psychic and what was predicted!
-Why relationships are part of her self-care
Tune in now- you won’t want to miss this!
Do you have a business idea and you don’t know how to begin? Or are you ready to push your brand to the next level? In this interview with Anjali Varma we dive into a conversation on being a woman and entrepreneur!
Randi and Anjali discuss:
-What personal branding really means and how to create a voice for yourself
-How to know whether your idea is valuable or worth developing
-How prioritizing and simplicity can lead you to big picture success
-How you might unintentionally undervalue yourself and how to stop!
-Why self-care and fitness is a must for any female entrepreneur
-The power of Networking and getting out there- "You don’t know who you don’t know”
Listen in and get pumped for the new season of productivity ahead!
Ready to face forward and step into Fall? We’re here for you no matter where you’re at or what anxiety or excitement you might be feeling. Tune in today for Randi’s inspirational introduction episode to this podcast month. We are thrilled to be sharing honest stories from incredible female founders!
Here’s what you can expect on this episode:
-September and why its the perfect month to get real
-Introducing Jenny Fleiss CEO and co-founder of Jet Black
-Introducing Stacy Igel, founder of Boy meets Girl
Introducing Anjali Varma, Business coach for female entrepreneurs
-Excitement about the month ahead and everything it has to offer us!
Time to usher in Fall this month with three Innovative Female Founders! Hang out with Randi as she shares with you why she’s so super excited for these conversations and what they have to offer!
Welcome mother, nutritionist and author Stephanie Middleberg to the podcast! Get ready for some serious wisdom to make nutrition for your kids and family accessible and manageable. We all want more ease and calm around breakfast time, lunch prep, snack cravings and family dinner don’t we? In this episode Randi and Stephanie explore:
- How to handle picky eaters
- Fueling an athletic and constantly hungry kid
- Healthy snacks for constant snackers
- The truth about children’s protein, fats, and probiotic intake
- Ultimate recipes and tips for a well balanced meal
- Sneak- peak into Stephanie’s book: The Big Book of Organic Toddler Food
- Stephanie’s journey to becoming a nutritionist and a mother
And so much more!
The truth will set you free- tune in now!
Tune in NOW to this week’s interview with busy mom, yogi and entrepreneur Niki Cheng. She and her husband introduced Bo-concept to New York City in 2003 when they saw a market for luxurious furniture that was both affordable and stylish. Together they nurture their business, their two children and their mutual love of yoga.
In this episode we dive into topics like:
- The daily grind of running a business and how to find equanimity
- What it’s really like to run a business with your husband
- Why humor is important in business and personal life
- How to intertwine business and creativity
- Why business and yoga can be one
Tune in now to hear our interview with Niki Cheng!
How are we getting it all done moms? How can we plant the seeds in our kids to be the healthiest and best versions of themselves? Pilin Anice is a yoga and dance instructor, wellness expert, and model who has created a life doing what she loves based on the values she lives by. Passionate about helping others connect to their highest selves, she has guided students of all ages in the sacred movements of yoga and dance through a range of workshops and classes.
In this episode Pilin takes us on her journey from quitting an investment banking job for a yoga teacher training when her daughter was only 2 years old. As a wellness expert Pilin shares tips on cooking, healthy eating and other ways to nourish the family bond. "Say yes to nourishing your family without judging it and doing what works for you and your family. We close the conversation with a mindfulness meditation created with love by Pilin. Enjoy!
This month on the podcast we are tuning into our bodies and minds and creating a well needed conversation around wellness! The timing is perfect- summer is all about a little extra time to breathe, feel the sun and move our bodies. On this episode Randi introduces you to the three podcast guests who are experts in the wellness world- making food, movement and self-care a priority. Get ready to hear from Pilin Anice, Niki Cheng and Stephanie Middleberg! We’re excited to give you conversations with three women who understand the joy of a healthy life but have also been through the tough times, turning to their personal tool kits to make it through. We invite you to pause, breathe and enjoy a little more nourishment! You deserve this time so take it! Tune in now to hear from Randi.
Have you ever thought: How am I supposed to do it ALL? Newsflash: You don’t have to and you can’t…at least not during the same period of time. Instead, simply Pick Three.
Welcome entrepreneur, investor, bestselling author and tech media personality Randi Zuckerberg onto the podcast! We are talking about Randi’s new book “Pick Three: You Can Have it All (Just Not Everyday). Randi explains why every day you should PICK THREE from the following: sleep, work, family, fitness, friends and those three areas can be done well. Randi asks our Randi what achievement she’s the most proud of and what she had to give up to get there. Curious? “The reality of most of our lives is that things happen in phases. In any phase we are in- there will be things that will naturally take up our time and other things that need to be put on the back burner.”
Randi shares her unique adventure going from the Silicon Valley Tech World to performing on Broadway and how she had to tune out the haters. “It taught me how to find my inner strength and not look for validation from others.” And guess what? This has awarded her two Tony Awards and a new career path bringing her passions to life!! In this episode you’ll find yourself pausing and thinking about your own life rhythm- how am I prioritizing? Can I be more patient with myself through this phase? Trust us: her theory is both life-changing and adaptable! Tune in now!
Are you ready for some truth-telling and busy life catharsis? Author of Drop the Ball: Achieving More by Doing Less, founder of The Cru and mom of two, Tiffany Dufu is on the podcast! She opens up about the struggles when you finally get what you want and the many lessons she’s learning from launching her most recent venture. Tiffany shares her go- to tools to manage stress and why turning to the people she loves is on the top of her list. We dive into breaking old patterns, courageous decision making, being more vulnerable with our kids and why the stories we tell ourselves make all the difference. It’s a heart opening episode so tune in now for this soul awakening conversation!
We live in a society that is constantly saying: Go, go, go! More, more! Produce and create as much as possible! But is that really beneficial or sustainable? Or are we just getting more and more overcommitted and overwhelmed? In this episode we interview entrepreneur, author, speaker and mother Kate Northrup! Kate’s new book “Do Less: A Revolutionary approach to time and energy management for busy moms” is exactly what the title says it is! This radical and profoundly honest book dives into connecting to what actually matters and what our bodies really want.
Kate explains why sleep is her favorite spiritual practice and how its rejuvenation is essential. She takes us back to the earth, the stars and the moon, diving into the natural cycles, helping us understand the true feminine rhythm. As women we go through powerful physical transitions- from periods, to pregnancy to motherhood. It’s essential that we LISTEN to what’s going on and allow things to JUST BE and remember everything will get done. Using her favorite quote- "nature never rushes yet everything gets done” she guides us through her research and life-changing principles. Tune in now to start a life of doing less but having more!
Pathbreaking Power Women and Authors- that’s what the month of July is all about on the Going Beyond Podcast! In today’s episode Randi announces the three amazing women who went from Randi’s wish list to connect with to guests on the podcast: Kate Northrup, Tiffany Dufu and Randi Zuckerberg! All three of these women have published books that offer unique and often radical shifts for our lives to move us toward success, productivity and an overall healthier lifestyle.
Summer is the perfect time for contemplation and reflection on where you are at right now and where you want to go in the next phase of your life. In this episode Randi also shares the evolution of this podcast, what topics she’s really trying to bring you and the story of how she connected with these three power women. This season isn’t just a podcast season- it’s a growth journey that we are on and we invite YOU to join us! Tune in now!
RE-RELEASE: Get the inside scoop from Lauren Miillian, serial entrepreneur and author of bestselling business memoir, “The Path Redefined: Getting to the Top on Your Own Terms,” on how to get where YOU want to go. Her tips come from overcoming her own real-life challenges that have translated into her inspiring success. Don’t miss this impactful discussion relevant for any business woman and of course, all Beyond Moms.
RE-RELEASE: Arielle Haspel is a healthy living guru, entertaining expert, cooking show host and most recently, owner of feel good Chinese restaurant Lucky Lee’s based in NYC. We love her recipes, her social media feed and the super positive vibe she shares in everything she does. In this episode she shares her story and what drove her towards the nutrition and healthy entertaining world. She utilized her experience as an active auntie (this was recorded before she was a mom!) and her insight working with clients, to share tips to introduce healthy foods to children (even the picky eaters!). Curious how to build a platform like Arielle’s while also walking the walk of a balanced, beautiful life? Tune in now!
RE-RELEASE: Wellness expert, mama and founder of “The MWH Method", Melissa Wood dives into a soulful conversation around what it takes to define your path, one moment at a time. Melissa takes us back to the moment she hit rock bottom and realized she needed to tune into her own voice and discover her unique offering to the world. Since then she has been on a journey of healing, courage and self-discovery. Today she can say proudly “I never imagined I could be so fulfilled by my work!” Tune in to hear more about Melissa’s wellness platform (with ideas of how you can use it this summer) as well as her much anticipated role as a mom of two!
RE-RELEASE: As women we are taught from a young age to be good girls- be nice, smart, pretty and likable. We aren’t always taught how to be truthful about what feels right for who we REALLY are. The art of expressing this truth is based on boundaries- the ones we have with ourselves, others, and how we’ve been taught to use (or not use them). Basically understanding boundaries can drastically change our relationships and our lives! On this episode Randi gets real with Terri Cole, licensed psychotherapist, boundary and relationship expert and the founder of Real Love Revolution and Boundary Bootcamp, her two female empowerment courses reaching women in over 25 countries. Terri’s strategies combine practical psychology, eastern mindfulness practices plus harnessing the power of intention to create true transformation.
For more ways to interact with Terri: Upcoming weekend retreat at Kripalu coming up on September 13-15. More details can be found here. Also join her women-only Real Love Revolution Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RealLoveRevolution/
This month we’re taking a quick break before launching our fabulous NEXT season!
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But as any entrepreneur knows, a break is never really a break!
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While we pause and get our incredibly powerful and inspiring interviews ready to release, we decided to re-release some of our favorite episodes of the past several seasons - they are SO good, they deserve more air time!
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Have you ever noticed that when you listen to something again and after a long period of time you hear it in a whole new way?
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That’s how we feel about these four episodes with four AMAZING POWERHOUSE women!
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During the month of June, you will hear interviews with Terri Cole, Melissa Wood, Arielle Haspel and Lauren Maillian.
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Have fun with these conversations and let them move you - we know they will!
What does it mean to be an entrepreneur? Why are these conversations so relevant and necessary to anyone embarking on the entrepreneurial journey? Randi reflects on the recent episode of this month’s theme: Entrepreneurship against all odds! She looks back on her interviews with Candice Puthawala of Beauty Bar Chocolate and Miki Agrawal of THINX and TUSHY and contemplates how they defied challenges and not only started businesses but committed to making a difference in the world through their companies. From taking chances, to sitting in the unknown to relentless dedication, Randi shares not only what she personally learned from these interviews but also the most valuable tools she uses on her own business-building journey. Tune in now!
“When you finally get in line with what you are supposed to do, things just start to flow.” Candice Puthawala is the creator of Beauty Bar Chocolate, a sugar-free, raw chocolate bar that helps relieve stress, fights fatigue and balances hormones all while givingyour skin that natural glow. Candice shares her journey from a burnt out unhealthy lifestyle working in the fashion industry to embracing a life of balance, healthy habits and the knowledge that ultimately led to creating her business.
Her story is one of resilience, inspiration and stepping into her true self. Listen in now!
“Do we want to be fully expressed and do the thing we want to do and create the thing we want to create?” Lively and radically authentic, Miki Agrawal is all about disrupting our culture and changing humanity for the better! Miki has built her businesses to now over $200 million in the taboo categories of periods, pee and poop. But how does her work move the needle of humanity? Miki tells us why living outside the box as a fully expressed creative human being is exactly what we ALL need to do. We’re in love with her new book Disrupt-her and in this episode, Miki walks us through her process in creating this purposeful and inspiring piece of work. "Failure. Who the fuck cares about the word failure? Replace the word failure with revelation. What has been revealed to me as I try something new?”
What does it take to build a successful business? What do you do when you want to give up? How do you make this world a better place through the portal of your unique concept?Welcome to one of Randi’s favorite topics! As an entrepreneur herself, Randi reminds us why we need a safe space to talk about the risks and rewards that come with stepping into an entrepreneurial life. This month, we interviewed Miki Agrawal, author and founder of THINX and Tushy, and Candice Puthawala, founder of Beauty Bar Chocolate. Both bold women share their story and what fuels them to create and show up every day. Entrepreneurship requires every ounce of your commitment, strength, spirit, blood, sweat and tears. And we want to tell you some of the magnificent stories that will inspire and educate you. Tune in now!
This month we dove head first into conversations that are too often repressed and denied. We opened up these topics so that we can bring more healing, understanding and positivity to them. In this episode Randi reflects on race and money, getting personal about her thoughts and relationship with both. Listen first to Randi’s interviews with founder of Radiant Mix, Hope Mcgrath and financial behaviorist Jacquette Timmons. Take the time to listen and absorb them and reflect on your own experience and story with race and money. Tune into this episode now!
Did you know that your relationship with money is one of the longest relationships you are going to have? Jacquette Timmons is a Financial Behaviorist who focuses on the human side of money. She helps her clients manage their financial choices plus understand their own behavior and patterns based on their values around money. She is also the author of Financial Intimacy- How to Create a Healthy Relationship with your Money and Your Mate. In this deep conversation about finances, Jacquette provides a wealth of insight around stepping up your money mindset, making sure your business is serving YOU and identifying your core beliefs about money. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Being biracial can be a sensitive subject. And after spending a lifetime keeping her mouth shut life coach and fashion consultant Hope McGrath is now expressing herself through her platform Radiant Mix. Hope shares her experiences and observations as a biracial woman in America hoping that her unique perspective on diversity, race and culture will open up more dialogue on the subject. Her ultimate goal is to promote anti-racism all while embracing her personal sense of style and lighthearted voice.
In this interview, she acknowledges that for most of us, talking about this subject isn’t easy. She feared hurting and losing loved ones as she started talking about her experience, but ultimately felt like her voice needed to be heard as a half- black and half-white woman in America. Honest conversation is the key to healing our nations divide so join Hope and Randi as they discuss race and identity openly and frankly!
Race & Money. Let’s get REAL and quit staying quiet. What is the bi-racial experience in America really like? Why can being color-blind confuse people of color? Why can money shut us down and where do our beliefs come from? And are they our beliefs in the first place?In this episode of the Going Beyond podcast Randi introduces our guests of the month- Life-coach, stylist and creator of Radiant Mix, Hope Mcgrath and financial behavioralist Jacquette Timmons. Through honest and compassionate dialogue, Randi hopes to take these topics out of the cave and into the forefront! Tune in!
It’s been an inspiring month celebrating the power of female community! We featured two incredible leaders- Tinamarie Clark and Paula Mallis, both of whom are harassing her their passion for truth telling and community building. In this episode Randi reflects on her favorite moments and insights from both interviews! We know that so many women quietly long for a deeper connection with others but don’t know how or where to find it. Listen to these episodes and our inspiring takeaways. You will find out that you are most definitely not alone and how to fill this part of your life if there’s a void!
Paula Mallis is the founder of WMN Space in Los Angeles, a conscious space for women to gather in service to their own healing as an offering to the community. What Paula has created is both magical and so vital to transformation. As a doula and the facilitator of women's circles, Paula is a strong believer that real breakthroughs happen in connection with others. Paula takes us on her journey of creating WMN space, as both an entrepreneur, a mother, and a woman on her own journey!
Mother, model, speaker and storyteller Tinamarie Clark seems to have it all. But her journey wasn’t always easy and young Tinamarie embodied a tough girl persona to survive poverty and protect her family. When she became a professional model, she finally asked herself, "how do I really want to be seen, both on the outside and the inside?". She realized that she was finally ready to stop hiding. She began to see that the more authentic she became, the more she was able to connect on a real human level. Now, Tinamarie hosts “soulship” sessions in her home, inviting women to join in circle, drop their facades and share their real emotions and concerns. In this interview, Tinamarie tells her most personal stories, letting our listeners into her life, and we are so happy that she did. Listen in to this inspiring interview now!
What happens when women come together to connect and share? PURE MAGIC! We are so excited to dedicate a month of the podcast to topic of community! We often think of self-care as a solo act- but our need to connect is undeniable and vital to our overall wellness. In today’s episode Randi talks about why we can’t do it alone and the power of gatherings! Coming up this month- Get ready for interviews with model and storyteller, Tinamarie Clark and doula and founder of WMN Space Paula Mallis. These women are both pioneers of community, creating safe spaces for women to go deep and get real.
It’s been so much fun exploring the month of living boldly with you! In this episode Randi reflects on what she personally took away from these conversations. From tuning into our sensuality to cutting the crap and facing our fears... these conversations were daring and thought-provoking. Don't forget to listen to our interviews with Dana B. Myers and Lauren Zander first!
"These episodes were really moving and really got me thinking about what bold expression means. How do we step into our true voice? How do we say the things that might be hard to say? How do we get vulnerable with the deepest most hidden parts of ourselves? That's the work my friends, that's the work."
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Is fear holding you back from living the life you really want? Have you gotten lost in the day to day and lost sight of where you’re going? Meet powerhouse Lauren Handel Zander, founder of the Handel Group and author of Maybe it’s You: Cut the Crap, Face Your Fears, Love Your Life. Her coaching methodology, The Handel Method is taught in over 35 universities and institutes throughout the world.
In this candid conversation Lauren explains how fear holds us back, why it’s important to have conversations with your parents, all to have a better conversation with yourself. Self-love is about your willingness to dig in and design the life you want.
This conversation might make you a little nervous but will definitely inspire you to take bolder leaps in your life.
Have you lost your sexy? Get it back with Dana B Myers! Ready to get personal, sexy and honest this Valentine's Day? Dive into this juicy conversation with Dana B. Myers, an award-winning product developer, entrepreneur, author and founder of Booty Parlor. Dana has changed the lives of thousands of women by inspiring them to boost their sensual self-confidence and create sexier, more satisfying relationships.
Dana gets real about the struggles that go down when your sexuality takes the back burner. She talks about WHY this part of ourselves is so important to keep alive and reminds us that sex is a playground to release, express, explore and connect to your womanhood. Get ready for some personal questions, explicit stories and a few giggles of course.
“I always describe sex and sensuality as a playground. Where I just get to be a woman and I get to explore and express myself. Where I get to release the stress. It really is play and joy." - Dana B Myers
Be bold. Express yourself! Sounds great but how does that actually work, especially when we notice that we hold ourselves back? Can we say or do the things that scare us just a little more? How will living boldly change our lives? This month on the podcast we are exploring these topics, from tuning into our sensuality to cutting the crap and facing our fears. We aren’t holding back. In this episode Randi contemplates where she’s personally holding back or being bold…and she will reveal this month’s amazing podcast guests! Don’t miss it!
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It’s been an empowering month exploring self-love with experts Patricia Moreno and Nitika Chopra! In today’s episode Randi reflects on her major takeaways from these empowering conversations. She dives into memorable quotes, how we can own our lives more plus love ourselves no matter what. And don’t forget to listen to Patricia and Nitika’s episodes first!
“It's a beautiful journey of trusting yourself. We know how powerful our stories are but we don’t always trust ourselves on the bigger platforms.” Nitika Chopra has been a leader in the wellness industry since she founded her blog in 2010. She is the host of the Talk Show Naturally Beautiful on Z-Living and the on-air expert for Fresh on QVC. Known for her straight-forwarded tone and intense vulnerability, Nitika recently took everything she had learned from suffering with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis for the past 27 years and created a conversation about self-love in the chronic illness community.
Nitika is sharing her vulnerable journey with us and why she decided to go deeper on a her platform. By creating a dialogue of empathy, love and perseverance with the chronic illness community, Nitika has really helped others feel less alone. She’s also opening up about her difficult but empowering decision to not become a mom and the struggles that come with that. “It’s just hard to stand in front of someone and say this is me. This is the package-this is what comes with me. Will you love me through this.” Get inspired by a woman who is truly owning all the parts of herself and loving herself through it all.
When we are raising our kids it’s imperative that we analyze our thoughts and behaviors, especially toward our bodies- our children are watching! Patricia Moreno is the founder of spiritual fitness, creator of intenSati and a motivational keynote speaker. Patricia opens up about why her pain is now her power and the wake up call that changed her life. She passionately teaches us to challenge the pressures of perfection and beauty that society places on women especially through social media and instead to cultivate a loving connection with exactly who you are. Don’t miss this powerful episode with the one and only Patricia Moreno.
This month we are exploring SELF-LOVE. What does it really mean to love and accept yourself? As we begin 2019, let’s connect with stories and tools that set the foundation for love and acceptance. We have all our resolutions and list of to-do’s. But first can you go back to the authentic YOU and all your beauty? I’m kicking off the season with an solo episode and stay tuned for interviews with Patricia Moreno and Nitika Chopra!
As women we are taught from a young age to be good girls- be nice, smart, pretty and likable. We aren’t always taught how to be truthful about what feels right for who we REALLY are. The art of expressing this truth is based on boundaries- the ones we have with ourselves, others, and how we’ve been taught to use (or not use them). Basically understanding boundaries can drastically change our relationships and our lives! On this episode Randi gets real with Terri Cole, licensed psychotherapist, boundary and relationship expert and the founder of Real Love Revolution and Boundary Bootcamp, her two female empowerment courses reaching women in over 25 countries. Terri’s strategies combine practical psychology, eastern mindfulness practices plus harnessing the power of intention to create true transformation. Get ready for some mind-blowing realizations in this episode plus go deeper into Terri’s work by joining the Boundary Bootcamp- a proven 8-week coaching program designed to uncover unhealthy boundary styles, reveal downloaded boundary blueprints so participants can learn to set healthy boundaries and speak authentically with ease, grace and when appropriate, love. Sign up with our very own link for the Beyond Mom Community terricole.ontraport.com/t?orid= 14442&opid=3
So many of us want a non-toxic lifestyle but have no idea where to start… in this episode we interview Sophia Gushee- mom of three and author of A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Sophia takes us on her journey from yoga and health advocate to a passionate author and researcher. Sophia walks us through each part of the home and how to approach easy and impactful solutions to reduce our toxin exposure. We learned so much in this conversation and we know you will too! And don’t worry- Sophia is queen of easy and do-able solutions so you will feel empowered and ready to make changes in your own home space!
Personal style... do you know yours and have you embraced what it wants to say at this moment in your life? Life is made of transitions, so how can your style evolve with them? In this episode, we chat with personal stylist Jenny Greenstein, founder of Your Soul Style, a platform where style meets mindfulness. Jenny knows that style isn’t surface- it’s actually quite deep. When she navigated her own pregnancy and postpartum, she connected even more deeply to her passion for working with new moms and women in transition- since then she has been guiding her clients (and all of us who follow her gorgeous instagram feed) to embrace our inner world and express it also through the external. “The alignment in the inner and outer self is critical for self-esteem and for us to live as our best selves”. We know you will love this inspiring conversation- tune in now!
When Caryn’s son was diagnosed with cancer he convinced his family to get a tattoo to mark his journey- the tattoo was of a compass that represented courage, friendship, faith and strength. This tattoo, her family's journey with cancer and the ultimate loss of her precious son, birthed Caryn’s book “Lessons From my Son’s Tattoo: Living with Resilience, Despite the Unthinkable.” Despite the unthinkable, this inspiring Beyond Mom has taken the most painful of experiences and created GOOD for other families going through similar challenges and this book shares so much of that goodness. Caryn hopes to inspire her readers to connect with their vulnerabilities to bring upon raw expression and deep healing. Grab your box of tissues for this life affirming and heartwarming discussion- its not one to miss.
Do you ever feel like motherhood is taking you for a ride? Or are you present with it and steering the ship? In this episode, mindfulness mama mentor Hunter Clarke-Fields talks about why she started her own mindfulness practice at 27 and why it’s essential to train the mind for all parts of life, but especially for parenting. Hunter reminds us that “parenting is hard! Expect our humanity, failures and bad days happen! Mindfulness comes hand in hand with compassion!” This episode is sure to leave you feeling prepared and excited to step into your own mindful parenting experience!
How has your past transformed you into the woman you are today? How do the challenges of your past shape your capabilities in the present? Caressa Jackson was crowned Miss America 2010 and has since blossomed into an entrepreneur and mom to her son Tres. In this episode, Caressa shares with us how her journey being Miss America helped train and prepare her for event planning, where details and flexibility are the name of the game. You won’t want to miss Caressa’s gorgeous voice as she shares her talent (and favorite lullaby for her son) with Beyond Mom!
In this week’s episode with wellness expert, mama and founder of “The MWH Method" - a platform for fitness, meditation and more,” Melissa Wood dives into a soulful conversation around what it takes to define your path, one moment at a time. Melissa takes us back to the moment she hit rock bottom and realized she needed to tune into her own voice and discover her unique offering to the world. Since then she has been on a journey of healing, courage and self-discovery. Today she can say proudly “I never imagined I could be so fulfilled by my work!” Tune in to hear more about Melissa’s wellness platform (with ideas of how you can use it this summer) as well as her much anticipated role as a mom of two!
How do you give yourself permission to be fully present as a new mom? How do you stay open to career shifts and opportunities when motherhood feels like its taking over? Markette Sheppard is a journalist and talk show host in the nation’s capital plus a children’s book author. She juggles her face forward position as a morning talk show host with being a mom to her 4 year old son. Markette is a storyteller who loves drawing out the stories that others have to share! Her book called “What is light” reminds children to find the light inside of oneself. You’ll love hearing Markette’s inspiring journey and vibrant personality- tune in right here!
Sometimes in order to really create the life that we want, we have to go through our darkness.” Primavera Salva is a spiritual speaker, teacher, yogi and mom living in New York City. Growing up in Mexico, she always felt like there was more to life than what she could touch, smell, hear and feel and started to ask bigger questions. She became curious about meditation and Buddhism. The more she learned, the more spirituality became her anchor. In this episode Primavera shares with us her fascinating journey through her own darkness and why her life is now full of so much light! We know you will get so much inspiration for transformation from this episode.
What does it take to start your dream company? How do we work closely with our best friends? And what does friendship mean to us today as adults? We interview the founders of Soul Camp, Michelle Goldblum and Ali Leipzig on the podcast! Soul Camp creates multi-day, multi-location all-inclusive wellness sleep away and day camp for adults. Campers leave their worries and iPhones behind to gather and participate in dozens of workshops, classes, and seminars that nourish their bodies, minds and spirits. In this episode we dive into how Soul Camp unfolded (what a fun and innovative story we uncovered!). We were reminded why practicing non-attachment when creating a business can leave room for surprise and more fun and why women need friendship more than ever!
We all want to know if we can really "lean in" and still be an involved and present mom. Or is it just an idea that lives on paper and not in our reality? Lisen Stromberg says yes you can! Lisen is an author, culture innovation consultant, and speaker, who says the only problem is that no one is telling us HOW to activate all these parts of our lives. All that changes in this insightful podcast interview! Lisen is a mom herself and the author of Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career, a book that reveals how trailblazing women have disrupted the traditional career paradigm to achieve their personal and professional goals and how forward-thinking companies are capitalizing on their talents. Lisen shares with Beyond Mom why taking a PAUSE is imperative and how that “pause” can mean and result in many things. Regardless of your personal path, you’ll walk away from this episode empowered and informed, ready for your next move!
In this episode we are thrilled to be featuring Ann Shoket, senior media exec and former editor-in-chief of Seventeen Magazine and CosmoGIRL. Ann is now the author of The Big Life, a book that explores the fascinating topic of creating a life you love as a woman in your 20’s and 30’s. Ann has been guiding young girls for the majority of her career and now is recognizing the need to support adults who are discovering the pressures and high stakes of the new chapters of life. Ann started hosting dinner parties to connect deeper with these women and has now spoken to hundreds of women. Ann shares with Randi what she has learned from her discussions with all types of women from millennials to high powered working moms. We find out how the way we work is shifting and in particularly how women are supporting one another. Ann and Randi also discuss how to approach life’s everyday messes and discover your grounding in the midst of it. Don’t miss this episode- it will leave you feeling inspired and ready to embrace possibility! "We spend our lives trying to get back to that feeling of possibility that you have when you start to craft your career. I never want to lose that feeling even as a mom of two kids. The idea that you can create exactly what you want in this world is a gift that we get from millennial women."
What does it mean to be strong leader? What role does mindfulness play within leadership? Can you make hard choices and speak your truth with compassion? Whether we are working in the corporate world or running our own businesses, as women leaders we often struggle with finding our voice and worry about hurting or pleasing others. In this episode we are featuring Dr. Leah Weiss who is a scholar, writer and consultant specializing in the application of mindfulness and compassion in workplace environments. She teaches courses on mindful leadership at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, is a Senior Teacher and Trainer for Stanford’s Compassion Cultivation Program, founded by HH the Dalai Lama. In this conversation Dr. Weiss addresses the common patterns and stresses that women and mothers in the workforce face and how compassion for one’s self and others can lead the way to freeing yourself from these cycles. "One thing that can be really empowering is realizing that we are not alone in this struggle. There are so many other women who are feeling this pull and self-doubt on whether we can be all things to all people”. Beyond Moms, you won’t want to miss Dr. Weiss’s incredible insights on the fascinating topic of compassion, mindfulness and the work environment.
Like it or not, the media plays a huge role in the modern world. So how do we come to grips with some of the darker world news that we view as a threat? Broadcast Journalist Stephanie Sy has over 13 years of experience working overseas and in the US. She shares with us her perspective on realistic threats as well as striking the balance between protecting and educating her child. Stephanie also talks about her dream job and why she's embracing the unknown when it comes to her next career move. Tune in to hear this intriguing and informative discussion!
Jenny Powers believes that your network is your net-worth. She also knows that finding time to network as a busy entrepreneur can feel nearly impossible and even sometimes forced and awkward! That’s why she created “Running With Heels,” an invitation only series of events for women in business who want to network, be social, and make the most of their networking experience. Find out more about why networking is essential for busy Beyond Moms and all women entrepreneurs! Jenny shares tips on what it takes to launch a business and how to know if you’re on the right path. How do you know if your idea is THE IDEA? Jenny Powers breaks these questions down and so much more!
When Heather McDowell’s 2 year old son developed a taste for carbonated water, he asked for “tickle water” because of the way the bubbles felt on his tongue! A light bulb went off in her entrepreneurial mind! Heather has launched Tickle Water, a sparkling water for kids and adults alike, a brand focused on healthy hydration and natural flavors. Do you have a product idea? Heather shares the specific steps she took from having the light-bulb idea to turning it into a product on the shelves. Heather also shares some her tips for staying healthy, positive and motivated even when things get busy!
Beyond Moms know that we can’t raise our children alone - the support of a caregiver, no matter how much time is given, is essential to the entrepreneurial journey. Alene Mathurin is a mom, nanny, nanny agency owner, writer and coach, with a focus on empowering and facilitating positive relationships between families and caregivers. How do we cultivate a dynamic with our caregivers that is based on positivity, communication and mutual respect? Tune in to hear Alene’s expert tips and grounded philosophy on creating harmony at home!
More and more women are seeking job opportunities that present flexibility, income and freedom. Miriam Steketee shares with us her journey to finding this life changing job through Rodan + Fields. As a first-generation Russian American, Miriam Steketee was taught from the beginning that the American Dream could be achieved by working hard and taking chances. Now, Miriam is enjoying a balanced life as a mother and consultant for Rodan + Fields. This particular opportunity has allowed her to be her own boss successfully while being an active mom of two. Miriam shares with us her business and branding advice plus why social media is genius! Tune in to hear Miriam’s unique and fulfilling journey!
We love Well Rounded NY’s modern and stylish approach to motherhood- how did they create such an appealing brand? Founders Kaity Velez and Jessica Pallay share with us the rewarding yet challenging process of turning their vision into a reality both online and at their events and why patience is the key. Kaity and Jessica open up about their own motherhood experiences as why having a mama co-founder is so rewarding. Don’t miss this insightful and informative discussion- perfect for all women fascinated with online brands, and brand building and new motherhood!
Inten stands for intention and sati means mindfulness. In this podcast episode founder of intenSati Patricia Moreno shares how we can live each day WITH INTENTION AND MINDFULNESS. She shares how movement directly affects our lives as moms, entrepreneurs and individuals and sets us on a path of motivation and manifestation. Through Patricia’s teachings, classes, and workshops, thousands have learned how to tune into their unique calling and live fully as the person they are meant to be. Patricia also shares her personal stories as a mom of three, an entrepreneur and a traveler of the world!
Sam Watson is a health advocate and founder of The Samfund, a non-profit that provides relief and support to young adult cancer survivors who are struggling financially. Sam is a two-time young adult cancer survivor who recognized a void in programs and services after treatment. In this podcast episode Sam shares her courageous story and how she has paid it forward through her work with The Samfund. Got ideas for the ways that you want to give back? Sam gives priceless insight and tips on how to start your own non-profit or collaborate with others that share your values!
Calling all Beyond Moms with a strong desire to create social change- this one’s for you! In this episode we sit down with co-founder of NYC Mammas Give Back, Allison Stone. The non-profit came into fruition when Shana Rubin (Allison’s co-founder) saw a homeless pregnant women and was struck by a need to help. What started as one mom reaching out to help another mom quickly mobilized a network of mothers helping women in need. Allison shares with Beyond Mom what it takes to start and run a successful non-profit, the challenges they have encountered plus advice for women who want to help and get involved!
Arielle Haspel is a healthy living guru, an entertaining expert and cooking show host. We love her recipes, her social media feed and the super positive vibe she shares in everything she does. She shares her story and what drove her towards the nutrition and healthy entertaining world. She utilizes her experience as an active auntie and her insight working with clients, to share tips to introduce healthy foods to children (even the picky eaters!). Curious how to build a platform like Arielle’s while also walking the walk of a balanced, beautiful life? Tune in now!
What is the one thing you wish you had more of? We know it's TIME! As busy mompreneurs, it can feel impossible to get work done, take care of the kids and even have time for ourselves! Laura Vanderkam is here to tell us that we have more time than we think! Laura is the author of several time management and productivity books, including I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast and 168 Hours. Randi and Laura discuss how we can make mindful choices with the time we have and how we can let go of the “I’m too busy” narrative. If you’re ready for it, this conversation will shift your perspective!
Are you living your true calling? Have you identified your purpose? Do you believe in that purpose? Why is it imperative that women back one another up on a worldwide level? Randi sits down with Claudia Chan, founder and CEO of She Global Media, the multi-platform women’s empowerment company behind the renowned global conference S.H.E. Summit. Randi's most recent speaking engagement was in Miami, Florida at the SHEBacardi conference in partnership with Claudia Chan’s SHE Global and SHE Summit. Claudia is a women’s empowerment educator and accelerator. In this invigorating conversation Claudia talks about what it means to become who you are truly meant to be and why women need to stand up for women now! Claudia also shares why confidence and trust is essential for mompreneurs, plus how she approaches her own motherhood juggle! Don’t miss this next level discussion that will surely fuel everything you do!
What do you CRAVE? Is it chocolate, emotional connection, more sex or a different diet? We sat down with Alexandra Jamieson, Brooklyn mama, coach, writer, speaker and co-creator of the film “Super Size Me" to discuss how we can really listen to our cravings. Alex defines cravings as your body’s call for balance- nutritionally, bacterially, emotionally and physically! It’s time to start listening to YOUR unique body as your guide and learning to give in! Tune in to hear Alex’s remarkable story of reinvention and discovery!
Has multi- tasking taken over your quality of life? Are you overwhelmed while having a staring contest with your to-do list? Is there no room in your life for meditation? Have no fear: Beyond Mom has found Bex Borucki, founder of Bex Life and the Blissed In wellness movement. She is also an author, TV host, speaker, doula, popular youtuber and mother of five- wow! Bex dives into how meditation changed her life and will CHANGE YOURS TOO! Writing her new book "Four Minutes to Change Your Life" Bex shares quick and poignant practices that have healed her anxiety and depression, helping her create a fulfilling and healthy life! Bex knows you have it in you: you have ENOUGH, you ARE ENOUGH! Tune in to learn Bex’s life-changing tools!
It’s 2016! Time to start playing it big! Grow into the larger version of yourself with a little help from coach, speaker and writer Tara Mohr. In this episode Tara shares with us what playing it big really means and how we can start listening to our inner mentor rather than our inner critic! This is your year to THRIVE..start now!
Mompreneurs are starting a movement and changing the way we design our lives! We spoke to Beyond Mom Mimi Benz who opened the Sweat Shoppe with her husband- the only heated cycling studio in the USA. This family owned business in Los Angeles keeps Mimi on her toes while she navigates the borders between work life, family life and time for self! Tune in to hear how Mimi takes on all of it plus special fitness tips for pregnant women!
The social behaviors of Manhattan Moms aren’t as random as we think….Dr. Wednesday Martin, author of The Primates of Park Avenue enlightens us as to why we are more tribal than we think! Join Randi and Wednesday for this fascinating discussion to better understand the behaviors we all crave as women seeking community, belonging, and support. Wednesday also shares more about her journey as an anthropologist, an author and of course…as a Mom.
Get the inside scoop from Lauren Miillian, serial entrepreneur and author of bestselling business memoir, “The Path Redefined: Getting to the Top on Your Own Terms,” on how to get where YOU want to go. Her tips come from overcoming her own real-life challenges that and have translated into her inspiring success. Don’t miss this impactful discussion relevant for any business woman and of course, all Beyond Moms.
Change and Fear. Two haunting concepts for both Moms and Entrepreneurs. Terri Cole, world renowned psychotherapist, speaker, transformational coach and founder/ host of the Hello Freedom podcast, tells us how to work with both constructively! Don’t miss these priceless tips and encouraging stories in this groundbreaking interview!
“It’s gotten to the point where women feel guilty for having their own lives.”... Tune in to this provocative interview with award-winning journalist and author of the Baby Whispering and Family Whispering books, Melinda Blau (MelindaBlau.com). Melinda and Randi discuss the necessity of maintaining individuality in order to keep a family (and a child) intact. Enjoy more valuable advice from Melinda on her longstanding Huffington Post column, Dear Family Whisperer (huff.to/OMeMZG). For now, soak in this timely and thought-provoking discussion!
Get to know Mahri Relin, founder of Body Conceptions, a full-body lengthening and sculpting method that combines the principles of dynamic movement and muscle exhaustion. Mahri is everything we love at Beyond Mom- visionary, creative, business woman and awesome friend! Listen in and learn Mahri's tips for starting a business and staying fit through pregnancy, post-partum and beyond!
Randi Zinn interviews #1 Bestselling co-author of The Nanny Diaries, Nicola Kraus. Learn how being a nanny herself inspired not only her future creative endeavors also but her appreciation and clarity as a Mom of a now five year old girl. Nicola is full of wit and ancedotes that will make even the busiest Beyond Mom chuckle and reflect.