Worthiness Warriors: Recent Episodes
Chelsea Austin
Worthiness Warriors with Chelsea Austin is a podcast about what makes us who we are and how we can better understand what it means to show ourselves care, love, and respect through storytelling so that we can tap into our self-worth and pursue the lives we’ve always dreamed of.
After a very eventful summer, Chelsea and Kevin sit down to talk about transitions to parenthood, unsolicited advice, Baby T’s entrance to the world and where we go from here on the last episode of Worthiness Warriors.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
On the way home from her college graduation Jacy Good and her family were in a car crash that changed her life forever. She and her husband, Steve, are now working to create a world with less distracted driving to save lives. Jacy and Steve are incredible examples of what it means to be brave enough to get out of your comfort zone and share your story in order to change hearts and minds on a global scale. If you need a reminder to stop texting and driving or need a boost to start sharing your own story, this episode is for you!
More about Jacy and Steve:
Jacy Good and Steve Johnson are public speakers and advocates for phone-free roads. Since Jacy’s miraculous recovery from the 2008 crash that claimed the lives of both her parents and left her partially paralyzed – a crash caused by a distracted driver – they have worked tirelessly to educate the country and world about the dangers of phone use behind the wheel. Help them end an epidemic that shatters thousands of American lives every year – Hang Up And Drive.
Website: hangupanddrive.com
Facebook: Jacy Good
Instagram: @jacygood
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with wellness coach and energy healing practitioner (among many other things), Kadeem Alston-Roman, to talk about what self-care can look like for artists and empaths when it comes to protecting our creative energy, how we can make sure we’re taking care of ourselves, shedding our good girl/boy/person capes, and so very much more. If you’ve ever been known for being nice, but are ready instead to be known for being kind to yourself and others, this episode is for you.
More about Kadeem:
Kadeem Alston-Roman is a meditation teacher, holistic wellness coach, energy healing practitioner, aromatherapist, hypnotherapist and inspirational speaker. He uses his gifts, skills and abilities to work with a variety of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual issues. He has worked with varying populations at Google, Yahoo, Verizon, Bloomberg, Audible, Mt. Sinai Hospital, New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York University, Brooklyn Friends School, Gibney Dance, The Actors Fund Arts Center, The World Policy Institute and others. His expertise has been featured in Forbes, Vogue, The Sunday Times, Martha Stewart Living, The Huffington Post, Dance Magazine, Medium, Heathline and other publications. He was the co-founder and co-director of Full Force Wellness & Dance Repertory, a dance organization that incorporated holistic wellness & clinical wellness into its classes and performances. Over ten years, Kadeem and his co-founder and co-director, Anginese Phillips, entertained and inspired audiences throughout New York City and the surrounding tri-state area.
Kadeem was also the host of the podcast Upgrade Your Light and is the author of a cheeky book entitled, A Spiritual Guru Walked Into the House of a Cash Master…and the Rest Is History.
For more information on all of Kadeem’s works visit: www.Linktr.ee/KadeemOne
Website: kadeemone.com
Instagram: @kadeemone
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with mediation coach and comedian, Aastha Lal, to talk about why it’s so hard to create a meditation routine, why it’s so worth it, exactly how to get started without having to sit in silence for hours a day, and how that simple change and shift your entire perspective on life.
More about Aastha:
Born and raised in Queens, New York, Aastha Lal is a little lady who gets big laughs! Starting her career in 2010, she has since performed stand-up comedy in over 450 shows and headlined on some of the biggest stages around the world in cities like London, Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Dublin, and Hong Kong. She also is a meditation coach and has been practicing meditation for the last 16 years.
Instagram: @aastha.lal
TikTok: @aastha.lal
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with coach, author, and widow, Aly Bird, to talk about what it means to be a grief ally, aka, what it means to be there as a support person to someone who is grieving. Whether you are experiencing grief currently, are helping someone through grief, or are curious to know what to do when the time comes to support someone through a challenging time, this episode covers it all and more!
More about Aly:
Since her husband’s untimely death, Aly Bird has poured her heart into helping those who feel helpless during an unexpected crisis. Her extensive study of grief psychology and culture, combined with her own devastating first-hand knowledge, led her to create a roadmap for those committed to supporting the bereaved. A coach, speaker and workshop leader, Aly shows a clear path to those who have the courage to take on the vital role of being a grief ally.
Website: www.alybird.com
Instagram: @thealybird
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with body-positive and LGBTQ-inclusive personal trainer and author, Eden Robinson to discuss something we would all rather not talk about, shame. Eden discusses her book, Becoming Shameless, and the process she’s gone through following an abusive childhood to release shame and how we all can too.
More about Eden:
Eden "Simchah" Robinson is a body-positive and LGBTQ-inclusive personal trainer based in San Francisco. She just released her first book "Becoming Shameless", a memoir about surviving childhood abuse and coming out as a lesbian at 27. She's been interviewed on various podcasts including The Late Bloomers Clvb, The Only One In The Room, Life After MLM, and Am I The Crazy One?
To find out more about her training, check out her website at www.fangirlfit.com. To see more of her writing, follow her on Instagram at @writing.eden
Website: fangirlfit.com
Instagram: @writing.eden
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with Emilie Leyes, brain training specialist, hypnosis practitioner, social media creator, business owner, actor, and so much more to discuss how we can rewire negative thought patterns, what that looks like, why we so often fail in our attempts to do so, and what hypnosis really is and what it can do for you.
More about Emilie:
Emilie Leyes (she/they) is a NYC-based brain training specialist, hypnosis practitioner, actor and singer. In addition to working 1:1 with actors and public figures to support their mental health in their careers, she also offers brain training workshops and courses to the public, and shares resources daily in her TikTok community of over 675,000 people. Emilie is passionate about helping folks discover the power of their imaginations to transform their minds and the world. Make sure to follow her for exciting announcements about her new upcoming course and hypnosis app coming very soon!
Website: emilieleyes.com
Instagram: @emilieleyes
TikTok: @emilieleyes.hypnosis
Chelsea and Kevin sit down to discuss language and how two generations view profanity and language very differently. Usually aligned, Chelsea and Kevin go head to head on why they believe they’re both right and how we can see eye to eye beyond our generational differences.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Chelsea and Kein sit down with Brian Rosenberg, founder of Gays with Kids to talk about what it takes to become a parent as a gay/queer man. From Kevin’s experience raising Chelsea in the early 90s to Brian’s experiences raising kids today there are so many wonderful tips, bits of advice, challenges to learn from, and stories for LGBTQ+ and straight parents alike in today’s episode!
More about Brian:
Brian Rosenberg is the founder of Gays With Kids and creator / head coach of GWK Academy, the only-one-of-its-kind App designed specifically to help gay and queer men become dads.
Brian has more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience, but his real passion has been the creation of Gays With Kids, the one-stop destination for gay, bi and trans dads and dads-to-be.
Brian and his husband Ferd became first-time dads in 2009, creating their family through adoption and surrogacy. At the time, there were few resources available to help queer men become dads, and even fewer for those who already were, so they launched GWK in March 2014.
Together since 1993, the secret to this couple’s longevity is Ferd’s prowess in the kitchen and Brian’s great appreciation for anything his husband cooks!
Instagram: @gays_with_kids
Website: gayswithkids.com
Download the GWK Academy App here!
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with Dr. Andrea Liner, licensed clinical psychologist and breakup coach to talk about communication, break-ups, make-ups, disillusionment with dating, and so much more in this episode. If you’re moving through a break-up, trying to improve your communication with your partner, or just curious about what’s going on with our self-worth in relationships, this episode is for you!
More about Andrea:
Dr. Andrea Liner, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and breakup coach.
She’s always been fascinated by why people do the things they do and driven by a deep desire to help others. That led her to her path as a psychologist.
In the last year of her psychology doctoral program, her boyfriend of 5 years broke up with her seemingly out of nowhere. She was devastated and questioning every single thing about the relationship...and herself. Not only was she going through an agonizing heartbreak, but the Universe decided to pile on and made 90 percent of the therapy cases assigned to her about breakups. So she thought, “OK got it, message received!” Andrea channeled everything she was going through into helping others and eventually healing herself.
By the end of that year, Andrea was a breakup expert — and a new passion was born!
Instagram: @dr.andrea.liner
Website: drandrealiner.com
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with dietitian, eating disorder specialist, parent, and public health professional, Sumner Brooks, to talk about all things intuitive eating, especially what it means to raise an intuitive eater. Whether you’ve heard about the concept of intuitive eating, have no idea what it is, or have been one for years and want to translate this information for your children in a society filled with diet culture, this episode has it all!
More about Sumner:
Sumner Brooks is a master’s level registered dietitian, eating disorder specialist, parent, and public health professional with nearly 15 years of experience in the field of dietetics. She is the co-author of How to Raise an Intuitive Eater: Raising the Next Generation with Food and Body Confidence (St. Martin’s Press, 2022) which has been featured on Good Morning America, The Wall Street Journal, Popular Science, and The Seattle Times. Sumner’s work has been published in Good Housekeeping and Goop.
She loves consulting with parents and other providers to help them learn about the psychological underpinnings of Intuitive Eating and understand their own relationships with food and body, to ultimately make a positive difference for the lives of kids as they grow in to their unique and wonderful selves.
Based in the Pacific Northwest, Sumner enjoys getting outdoors with her husband, two kids, and dogs, playing tennis, and curling up with a good book. She is the founder of an international professional training platform for eating disorder dietitians called EDRD Pro.
Instagram: @intuitiveeatingrd
Buy the book! How to Raise an Intuitive Eater
Welcome back, Worthiness Warriors! Chelsea and Kevin, both notorious for being very organized and planned people, sit down to record for the first time ever without a plan. This very special episode is a candid look at what Chelsea and Kevin have been learning to unpack in their own lives, covering everything from feelings being optional to what the phrases, “you do you” and “blaze your own trail,” actually mean to them. Basically, we’re all in this together, Warriors, so let’s take some time to unpack our oversized baggage, not alone, but together.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
In the final episode of Season 5 (OMG), Chelsea and Kevin talk about the middle-of-the-night scaries, what to do when our mind seems to be our worst enemy, how we rarely use all of these self-care tools we’ve been given, and their love of cream cheese frosting. We’ll see you soon for Season 6!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with performance psychologist and athlete, Tim Silvestri, to talk about achievement, the psychology behind that and motivation, and how we can take our high achievement/performance mindsets and make it work for us as opposed to adding more stress to our plates!
More About Tim:
Dr. Silvestri earned his Bachelor’s degree from Muhlenberg College and his Doctorate, Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, from Lehigh University. Dr. Silvestri completed his Psychology Residency at University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Silvestri’s work draws heavily from three main approaches: (1) psychodynamic theory, (2) the integration of neurophysiology into clinical practice, and (3) performance psychology. His focus is to integrate a deep understanding of one’s humanity (neurophysiology and performance psychology) alongside a deep understanding of the unique self (psychodynamic theory) so as to thrive, perform at high levels, and live authentically. He also owns his own company, Impact Being, that seeks to elevate individual’s expertise in areas of neurophysiology and performance so as to perform at the highest levels, positively impact this world in meaningful ways, and to center oneself around being, not doing. Dr. Silvestri believes that we are all unique, but not special. It is by understanding both in our unique selves, while simultaneously understanding our humanity that we can accomplish a life full of meaning, joy, and intimacy.
Instagram: @timsilvestri
With Chelsea just a few months away from welcoming her first child into the world, Kevin and Chelsea decided it was probably a good time to ask some pressing questions about giving birth. So, they sat down with doula, Austin Huston, to get some answers! If you’re curious what it means to support your partner through the birthing process, are nervous about giving birth yourself, or just curious what the difference is between a doula, midwife, OBGYN, etc. (and what to pack in your hospital bag), you won’t want to miss this episode!!
More about Austin:
Austin Huston is a birth doula with The Birth Collective PNW based out of Tacoma, WA. She is married to Matt and has three young boys (5, 3, and 8 months). Austin is a full time birth worker, passionate about empowering families to have positive birth experiences of all variations. Austin believes it’s not about the type of birth you want, it’s about the empowerment that comes from information, support, respect, and autonomy in the process of becoming parents! She believes that your birth matters!
Instagram: @untetheredbirthdoula
Website: untetheredbirthdoula.com
Kevin and Chelsea sit down with the founder of C-Suite Makeup to find out if beauty is really skin deep and it turns out makeup and skin care have a lot more influence on our self-worth than we might think. From how to pick out makeup that allows you to feel empowered to owning what your favorite parts of you are without apology, laugh along with Chelsea, Kevin, and Erin as they talk about all things cosmetics, family, food, and more.
More about Erin:
For 15 years Erin has had the pleasure of styling makeup for women throughout Southern California. After attending college at UCI she followed the “conservative” route and worked a number of corporate posts for 10 years. However encouraged and supported by colleagues whose makeup Erin had been doing for years, she took the plunge to set off on her own. Before she knew it Erin was styling makeup for debutantes, brides, and C-Suite level executives in the music and entertainment industry. Many of you have seen her work in national magazines, TV, and at The Oscars. All of Erin's clients have shared their frustration about knowing what makeup to buy and how to properly apply it., and so Erin developed C-Suite Makeup: designed specifically for today's modern woman who needs guidance as she navigates a confusing world of trends, products, and services that come between her and her real goal: looking like herself at her most confident!
Instagram: @csuitemakeup
TikTok: @csuite.makeup
Website: csuitemakeup.com
Kevin and Chelsea are both known people pleasers that have been working to move away from that title ever since they discovered their people pleasing tendencies. This episode covers how to get over disappointing others, what to do when you notice yourself doing things out of obligation, and how all of this can begin to look like self-care.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel the world while betting on yourself and pursuing the career of your dreams? Well, this week’s guest, connection coach and world traveler, Nina Steinberg is doing just that. From taking the leap from the corporate world to being a full-time coach while traveling the world, there is so much we can learn from Nina. Plus, tips on making friends, building meaningful connections and more on this week’s episode!
More about Nina:
Nina Steinberg is a Certified Life Coach and expert on connection. She helps adults in their 20's and 30's who are craving connection to build deeply fulfilling romantic and social relationships. She offers 1:1 connection coaching programs as well as hosts events in NYC to foster meaningful connection. Nina is passionate about fighting the disconnected state of our world today and helping people cultivate what research has shown to be the #1 driver of health and happiness: fulfilling relationships.
You won't catch Nina in one place for long - she is a digital nomad with a passion for growth through adventure and travel. Follow her on social media and you'll be inspired to lean into the magic of getting out of your comfort zone, exposing yourself to new experiences, and seeking new perspectives - all around the world or right on your own block.
Instagram: @nina_steinberg
TikTok: @nina_steinberg
Chelsea’s back with another solo episode and this week is all about taking some time to update the systems and routines we utilize in our lives. Sometimes we don’t even realize it, but we’re just barely allowing ourselves to survive when we have an opportunity to thrive and find joy in the mundane and in the way we operate on the whole.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. Be sure to connect with her on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with author, actor, and host, Lily Clayton Hansen to talk about what human interaction means to us, why it’s vital that we maintain face to face contact, and how getting curious about each of our interactions with others can bring us joy, closeless, and help move us away from loneliness. This and so much more in today’s episode!
More about Lily:
Lily Clayton Hansen is a three-time author, actor, and TEDx speaker with over a decade of experience as a multimedia storyteller. In her career, the writer who is known for her biographical niche has written a best-selling book about the people of Nashville. Word of Mouth: Nashville Conversations has been called one of the best books ever written about the city for its authenticity and originality. The book attracted collaborations with institutions such as Vanderbilt University and the Nashville International Airport, both of whom hosted yearlong exhibitions and event series around Hansen's work. Hansen has also been commissioned to write hundreds of biographies for global corporations and to create and publish books to commemorate special occasions, such as the groundbreaking Fifty Voices to commemorate HCA Healthcare's golden jubilee. In 2019, she spoke about her interviewing process and ability to connect with anyone under the sun, from household name celebrities and CEOs to artists, refugees, and victims of homelessness, in a TEDx talk. "Talking to STrangers is my Self-Care" was voted one of the most popular talks at the event for its simple yet powerful message: treat others with kindness, dignity, and respect and get to the core of who they are. Hansen loves little more than having heartfelt conversations and capturing others in their best light.
When she isn't writing, Hansen is working on her next film project as an actor, producer, and screenwriter. Her last short "Snowflake," about a social media influencer who suffers from a breakdown because of too much focus on herself, won Hansen the Best Performance award at an international film festival. Her acting style has been called gritty, raw, and naturalistic.
Instagram: @lilychansen
Website: biographyexpert.com
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with entrepreneur, advocate, and one of the busiest people they’ve ever met, Bill Rossi to talk about how he balances work and life, when he’s the fractional CFO/COO of 15 different companies, works as an advocate in both the LGBTQ+ and HCM (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) spheres, is a father to two twin girls in high school, and an avid gym goer. Bill enlightens us all to how we can make the choice to be kind, overcome adversity, and live with passion for all that we do.
More about Bill:
Bill Rossi is an entrepreneur and veteran business leader in the Chicago area, as well as a devoted partner and father of twin girls, an inspirational LGBTQ+ advocate and a passionate proponent of health and fitness.
Bill founded Rossi Enterprises in 2005 and serves as the company’s CEO, helping startups and small- to mid-size organizations thrive in their industries by serving as their fractional chief operating officer and/or chief financial officer. He applies his 20 years of experience as a leader and entrepreneur to foster innovation and provide guidance in operations, finance, accounting, marketing, risk management, and human resources.
Bill is proud to be a business thought leader, teacher, and mentor. He is frequently called upon to share the stories behind his many successful professional endeavors, as well as the challenges and achievements that have been part of his personal journey as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and as someone who suffers from a rare and incurable heart condition, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM).
He gives others the inspiration, confidence, or support they might need to move forward, overcome adversity and thrive in business and in life.
Instagram: @thebillrossi
Facebook: @thebillrossi
LinkedIn: Bill Rossi
Website: thebillrossi.com
We hear it all the time, in fact, Chelsea and Kevin say it all the time, “you just have to let go!” But how? How do we let go of the things that are holding us back and bogging us down and what exactly are those things for CHelsea and Kevin these days and how are they working through them? All of this and more in today’s episode!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with co-founder and VP of strategy at SocialQ Agency, Thomas Soares, to talk about what it means to “get it right,” especially when it comes to social media. How we can show up authentically, empathetically, with resonance, and not offend or hurt anyone is a major concern for many of us as we post on social media, yet is it really possible? And Thomas asks us all the question, do we really want to get it right all the time?
More about Thomas:
Thomas' passion for digital marketing strategy comes from a deep empathy and curiosity for how people think and interact with each other and brands. With over 10 years of hybrid strategy and account experience across big brands like Spotify, Coca-Cola, Adobe, P&G, and countless start-ups across D2C, Thomas has seen the shift towards 360 ecosystem strategy and operations it takes to resonate and reach today's consumer.
Instagram: @socialqagency
Facebook: @socialqagency
LinkedIn: SocialQ Agency
Website: socialq.us
In Chelsea’s first solo episode of the season she highlights her struggles on sick days where she can’t be (or chooses not to be) productive, how challenging it is for her, and what giving yourself grace can actually look like. For all the people pleasing perfectionists out there, this one’s for you.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. Be sure to connect with her on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW
Chelsea and Kevin get vulnerable and honest this week about their reactions to the news that Chelsea’s pregnant…and spoiler alert, it’s probably not the reaction you expected. This week is all about how to give ourselves grace when we react in ways we don’t expect, even to things we’ve been wanting forever, and understanding that we are never alone in our feelings. If you’re going through feeling a certain way, chances are there is someone else feeling that way too.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with dog trainer extraordinaire, Bethany Johnson, for a look at how dogs can influence our self-worth, especially when it comes to dog training. Bethany looks at how we can redefine our relationships to our furry friends, empower ourselves and say no, and take care of ourselves better…and this all starts and ends with finding those boundaries with your fur child.
More about Bethany:
Bethany is a pet sitter turned dog trainer with a love for helping owners go from ‘I’m so overwhelmed,’ to ‘We’ve got this!’
She knows that having a challenging dog can feel overwhelming, but training doesn’t have to be. She’s been working with dogs and their owners since 2018 and from that has learned a lot. What works - what works really well. And turns out, it’s really about you.
She’s not just a dog trainer … She empowers you with the tools you need to stop the struggle, and live the life you dream of with your dog. And she knows how, because she did it with her dogs. It takes your confidence to another level!
Instagram: @walkingdogtraining
Facebook: @walkingdogtraining
Website: walkingdogtraining.com
Chelsea and Kevin kick off Season 5 of Worthiness Warriors with intentions for this season, stories of the holidays, and how we can all tap into the newness of a new year.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, speaking programs, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
It’s the final episode of Season 4! Thank you for all the love and support and getting us here today, friends. We are so grateful! In today’s episode, Chelsea and Kevin talk about why we don’t celebrate ourselves as much as we should and how we can celebrate ourselves and others in small and big ways! Come along with us today for some celebration!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with author, and founder of The Best Ever You Network, Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino to discuss how, why, and when people change and how we can motivate ourselves to change!
More about Elizabeth:
Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino is the founder of The Best Ever You Network and Chief Executive Officer of Compliance4. Through these companies, she has helped individuals and organizations around the world be their best and achieve world-class excellence with gratitude-based behavior and belief systems. She is one of America's foremost personal and corporate development consultants specializing in mindset, gratitude, facilitating change, and taking action.
Elizabeth is a Master Life Coach and the bestselling author of 8 books including the award-winning book Percolate – Let Your Best Self Filter Through (Hay House/Penguin Random House, April 4, 2014) and The Change Guidebook – How to Align Your Heart, Truths, and Energy to Find Success in All Areas of Your Life (HCI/Simon & Schuster, 4/5/22)
Elizabeth lives her daily life with multiple, life-threatening food allergies. Elizabeth and Sally Huss have co-authored three best-selling children's books: A Lesson For Every Child: Learning About Food Allergies, Self-Confident Sandy and Best Ever You.
Elizabeth is a member of the Forbes Business Council and serve as a leadership advisor for the Olympia Snowe Women's Leadership Institute.
Elizabeth and her husband, Peter R. Guarino, Esq., live in Maine with their four sons.
Change Guidebook Quiz: besteveryou.com/changeguidebook
Website: elizabethguarino.com
Instagram: @elizabethguarino_official
Facebook: @ElizabethHamiltonG
The Best Ever You Network: besteveryou.com
Chelsea and Kevin speak with poet, musician, teacher, and director of The Gay Men’s Chorus Los Angeles, EJ Harrison about how music can heal you, using social justice as inspiration, moving through mental health challenges, and overcoming fears when it comes to something you’re truly passionate about.
More about EJ:
Ernest Harrison is a poet, musician, and teacher. He is a proud graduate of Tuskegee University (2010) where completed his Bachelor's in English Liberal Arts. He later received his Bachelor's in Vocal Performance from Auburn University (2014), where he studied voice with world-renowned composers/conductors Dr. Rosephanye and William Powell. He then received his Master's in Choral Conducting from the University of Missouri (2016) under the tutelage of Dr. R. Paul Crabb. Ernest is currently ADB, concluding his Doctoral studies in Choral Music at the University of Southern California under the direction of Dr. Jo-Michael Scheibe.
Ernest became a member of the international Grammy Award winning choral ensemble, Conspirare, in 2019. He was an associate conductor for the Grammy Award-winning National Children’s Chorus (2017-2022) and conductor of the Pasadena Conservatory of Music’s Cantare Chamber Choir (2019-2022). Ernest is now Music Director and Head of Education and Outreach of the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles. Ernest has also taught as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine College, the University of Southern California, and Columbia University. He is currently teaching Voice and Music & Social Justice at Loyola Marymount University. Ernest is dedicated to the fight for social justice, equity, and inclusion in the choral classroom, on the concert stage, and in the world. Whether it be as a conductor, composer, arranger, vocalist, choral clinician, poet, or lecturer, his passion for people is the guiding light in every facet of his music making.
Instagram: @ej92187
Facebook: Ernest Harrison
Gay Men’s Chorus Los Angeles (for tickets and more info!): gmcla.org
TW//Gun Violence. Chelsea and Kevin talk with event producer, LGBTQ inspirational speaker, and survivor of the Pulse Nightclub shooting, Neema Bahrami about self-acceptance, the challenge labels present, especially ones like “survivor” that carry so much weight and what to do when labels you are given aren’t ones you identify with.
More about Neema:
Neema Bahrami is an event producer, survivor and LGBTQ inspirational speaker. His life has not been an easy journey. At a very young age, he became estranged from his family when they learned he was part of the LGBTQ community. As a confused teenager trying to find his place in the world, Neema turned to friends for support, even living on their sofas for a brief period of time.
Determined not to let his situation hold him back, Neema committed to becoming the best he could be. He began working 3 different jobs to make ends meet and get back on his feet. Always focused on the positive, when asked to look back at that pivotal time in his life, Neema laughingly says he simply convinced himself sleep was overrated and he persevered.
Since those early years, Neema has overcome tremendous obstacles to become a leading voice for the LGBTQ community. His is now driven by a passion for helping others learn to accept themselves and overcome their own personal tragedies.
Neema was the event manager the night of the tragic Pulse Nightclub mass shooting in 2016 in Orlando, Florida, during which 49 people were killed and more than 53 others were injured. Many were coworkers and close personal friends. Since that time, Neema has traveled the world, sharing his journey toward healing and speaking out about what he’s done to overcome the tragedy in his own life since that tragic night.
Instagram: @neemathehost
Website: neemabahrami.com
Chelsea and Kevin sit down to have a deep, loving and vulnerable conversation with Amazing Race contestants Aastha Lal and Nina Duong about who they are and what they’ve learned as individuals and as a couple since being eliminated first on Season 34 of The Amazing Race. This episode covers everything from resilience, to the power of detachment and meditation, coming out stories, and so much more. Here is your chance to get to know the humans behind the short clips you see on your TV screen and gain incredible information in the process.
More about Aastha:
Born and raised in Queens, New York, Aastha Lal is a little lady who gets big laughs! Starting her career in 2010, she has since performed stand-up comedy in over 450 shows and headlined on some of the biggest stages around the world in cities like London, Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Dublin, and Hong Kong.
More about Nina:
Nina is a born creative thinker with an unrelenting desire to solve problems through unique solutions. She served in the US Army National Guard for seven years, with one deployment (Operation Iraqi Freedom). She now serves as the Director for Business Development and Senior Consultant at Fisheye Learning, working on special projects and turnkey business solutions for clients including Facebook and Microsoft. Add her on LinkedIn: Nina Duong.
Instagram: @aastha.lal @sillybanina
TikTok: @aastha.lal
LinkedIn: Nina Duong
Chelsea and Kevin sit down with sustainable stylist, Charline Zeroual, to discuss how your personal style isn’t just about making a good first impression, it goes much deeper. From how your clothes can affect your mood, how you feel about yourself, and impact the way you present to the world, Charline shows us that clothes are more than just skin deep.
More about Charline:
Charline is a Sustainable Wardrobe Stylist dedicated to helping women everywhere benefit from the fundamentals of personal styling while also focusing on a more conscious approach to fashion consumption. She has helped many women of all silhouettes and life stages—each with unique needs and tastes. And she has seen first-hand what a boost personal styling can be for self-image and confidence. She is honored to provide a service that is truly transformative!
On a personal note, Charline is a French-mompreneur of three little ones who enjoys working out, traveling, and cooking. She approaches every challenge with good energy, good vibes, and plenty of good humor! So, when you’re ready to take that next step towards creating your perfect wardrobe and reclaiming (or claiming for the first time) that confident glow, she can’t wait to meet you!
Instagram: @sustainable.wardrobe.stylist
Website: charlinezeroual.com
Kevin and Chelsea talk about how making friends in adulthood can sometimes bring up the things that scare us that most. Whether we are romanticizing what adult friendships look like because of the media or we feel super lonely we are in this together and you’re definitely not alone. Come along today for some camaraderie, tips, and tricks of how to tap into friendships regardless of the stage you’re in in life.
Some additional notes:
What are secondary emotions exactly? They are emotions fueled by other emotions.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Kevin and Chelsea sit down with former radio and TV host turned self-mastery coach, Andrea Lowell to talk about making self-mastery approachable and understandable. From hitting your emotional rock bottom, feeling out of alignment in your career and taking the leap to leave to radical self-awareness, Andrea walks us through her own spiritual journey and its practical applications to your life.
More about Andrea:
Andrea Lowell, a former TV and radio host for The Playboy Morning Show (No.2 on the SIRIUSXM charts), quit her successful hosting job to pursue a higher calling after feeling miserable and bored for far too long. Taking that leap of faith, she is now a Self Mastery Guide and the creator of The I AM Everything Project, her signature self mastery mentorship program.
Her potent coaching centers around the never-ending practice of self awareness, which propels the spiritually-minded to next-level frequencies, mindset, and connection to The Divine (and therefore next-level manifestation!).
Andrea has more than a decade of experience in this type of work, assisting women on their journeys of expansion with absolute success, due to her unique style of practical integration, spiritual alignment, radical self-honesty, and mind-body-spirit balance within daily life.
Andrea’s practical methods of spirituality and self-healing are profoundly life-altering. Always straightforward and sustainable, she guarantees bliss to those who follow her loving and simple suggestions.
Instagram: @theiameverythingproject
Website: andrealowell.com
Kevin and Chelsea talk about why sometimes it feels so hard to just be happy and what are some fun new (and old classic) ways to tap into that happiness and maybe even realizing that happiness doesn’t have to be the answer.
Some additional notes:
The books mentioned in the episode:
Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski
The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
And the word Chelsea was looking for in the beginning was, in fact, norepinephrine, which is a naturally occurring chemical in your body that can be stimulated to increase your mood when taking a cold plunge.*
*Please note we are not scientists…this information came from Google…and here is an article where the many benefits of cold plunging can be found
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Kevin and Chelsea talk with personal finance experts and hosts of the Queer Money Podcast, John & David Auten-Schneider to talk about why it’s easier to talk about sex than money and some of the barriers the LGBTQ+ community experiences when it comes to financial well-being.
More about John & David:
After working in the pale, male and stale-run financial services industry and seeing their community constantly left out of the conversation they decided they wanted to help more folks in the LGBTQ+ community reach not only financial sustainability but to thrive financially.
Thriving financially is more than just making a lot of money. It's also using tools and tips that help us keep and grow the money we work so hard to earn.
Over the past 5+ years, they’ve published over 300 episodes of their podcast with notable guests such as Dominique Jackson of POSE, Gaby Dunn of BuzzFeed and author of Bad with Money, Patrick L. Riley, field producer for Oprah, Todd Sears of Outleadership and many more.
They break down often hard-to-understand money topics into easy-to-understand stories that highlight folks across the whole rainbow spectrum. Their goal is to see more queer folks reach financial freedom.
Podcast: The Queer Money Podcast
Motley Fool Study: LGBTQ+ Finance
Instagram: @queermoneypodcast
Twitter: @debtfreeguys
TikTok: @queermoneypod
Website: debtfreeguys.com
Kevin and Chelsea sit down with their partners to dive into how to make a family business work, what it means to support those you love versus enable them, how to treat your family
like an ecosystem, and what makes our family unique besides the whole two gay dads thing.
“It’s complicated” is without a doubt the most used phrase in this episode. And we all know that family is complicated and if you feel that at times with your own family, you’re definitely not alone. We’ve all been there even when it looks like we have it all together on the outside.
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Kevin and Chelsea talk with Olympic Gold Medalist and purpose-led champion, Benita Fitzgerald Mosley about Benita’s story and how sports or any passion can have a profound effect on your sense of self and confidence.
More about Benita:
Benita Fitzgerald Mosley, an Olympic Gold Medalist and purpose-led champion in sports and business, is responsible for stewarding LeagueApps partnerships with North American professional sports leagues and their respective youth development initiatives. She also drives the advancement of the NextUp community platform and as President of FundPlay leads this LeagueApps program to support youth sports organizations and foster sports experience opportunities for young people from underserved communities. Prior to joining LeagueApps, Fitzgerald Mosley served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation USA and also previously worked as Chief Operating Officer for the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee and Chief of Sport Performance for USA Track & Field. Fitzgerald Mosley is a graduate of the University of Tennessee with a B.S. in Industrial Engineering and a charter member of the Tennessee Volunteers Hall of Fame.
LinkedIn: Benita Fitzgerald Mosley
Instagram: @benitafmosley
Info on FundPlay: LeagueApps.com
Kevin and Chelsea talk about ways to cultivate curiosity as a means of expanding your definition of self-worth and tapping into your self-worth and confidence. And SPOILER ALERT…Traveling and getting curious doesn’t always have to mean that you leave your own home…
“Living requires curiosity and vulnerability, otherwise it gets very lonely”-A little quote from today’s episode!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @ChelseaAustinMDW @thefamilynextdoorbook
Join Chelsea and Kevin in conversation with Billy Aberle and Chris Sabol the creators of the new musical, “Straight Forward,” and Mike Iamele, whose life the musical is based on. From discovering your sexuality, to finding your place in the entertainment industry, and how to turn life into art, this episode covers so much deep and meaningful ground.
For more information on “Straight Forward” visit straightforwardmusical.com.
And be sure to connect with Billy, Chris, Mike, and “Straight Forward” on Social!
Instagram: @billyaberle @chrissabs @mikeiamele @straightforwardmusical
After many requests, in the first episode of Season 4, Kevin finally interviews Chelsea about all things from how she knew she was in love to the hardest thing about having two dads and so many goodies in-between!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
In the final episode of Season 3, Chelsea and Kevin talk about the differences between happiness and joy (and glee!) and how to tap into them regardless of what situation you might find yourself in.
There is no prerequisite for joy, you can start feeling it right here right now and we have some ways you can tap in ASAP! This and more in today’s episode!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
Chelsea and Kevin talk to fertility coach, speaker, and author, Tess Kossow, about her experience overcoming obstacles to become pregnant, change the societal mindset around different ways of creating a family and letting go of shame. She also shares her experience as an incredibly healthy person who also has been diagnosed with heart disease and how that’s changed her perspective on life and how we can best take advantage of what life has to offer.
About Tess:
Tess Kossow is the author of the I'm Very Ferris books, a speaker on infertility and heart health awareness, and a certified fertility coach with a focus on the heart.
She was named "Inaugural Indianapolis Woman of Impact" with American Heart Association and Go Red for Women. She lives in Carmel, In with her husband, son, dog and cat!
Instagram: @tesskossow
Facebook: @tesskossow
LinkedIn: Tess Kossow
Website: tesskossow.com
In this episode Chelsea and Kevin discuss discomfort and how there are actually two sides to the discomfort coin. Positive discomfort can actually inspire us to make our world bigger and negative discomfort can also tell us certain things about who we are and what changes we may want to make in our lives.
Not sure what kind of discomfort you’re experiencing or how to use the discomfort to your advantage? All of this and more is covered in today’s episode!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
In this episode Chelsea and Kevin talk to host of “The Julie Chan Show” and former news anchor, Julie Chan, about finding your passion, figuring out where that meets your purpose and using that as fuel to follow your dreams!
About Julie:
From working as the CBS morning anchor in Oregon, to hosting and producing her own one-hour morning show, USC alumna Julie Chan is a gifted journalist, thoughtful commentator and a force to be reckoned with in the media world! Known for in-depth interviews (i.e. Andrew Morton, Joan Lunden) where she brings her subjects' authentic stories to life, Julie is a proud Trojan (B.S. Business Marketing, 1998). Julie’s ultimate goal is to become “Asian Oprah,” which she plans to do while also raising her three, lovely teenage daughters and following two of her greatest passions: tennis and worldwide travel.
Instagram: @thejuliechanshow
Website: thejuliechanshow.com
In this episode, Chelsea and Kevin talk to Manifestation Coach, Milli Fox, about why it can be such a struggle to get into manifesting, where our blocks might be coming from, how to shift through our emotions, get curious, and even how we can talk to our children about gratitude, abundance, and trusting themselves.
About Milli:
Milli Fox is obsessed with all things self-worth and manifestation. Think Brené Brown meets Gabby Bernstein with a sprinkle of goofy on top. Milli’s super power is her ability to clearly see women in all their divine perfection and to reflect that back to them. She has a vision for each woman she works with and helps them manifest that vision. Milli has been called to live a big, bold life of luxury in order to expand what women believe is possible for them. She aims to raise the collective consciousness and heal generational trauma (emotionally, physically and spiritually) through her coaching, programs and internet dance parties. Milli is a published author and voracious reader- who is currently writing the next NYT bestseller on Manifestation.
Instagram: @millifox
Podcast: The Milli Fox Show
In this episode, Chelsea and Kevin cover all things when it comes to trusting your heart. Bottom line: trusting yourself is not straight forward. It’s complicated and convoluted, but there are ways to tap into your intuition to figure out how to trust yourself and how to find peace in your decision making. In today’s episode, listen to Chelsea and Kevin wade through the muddy waters that are learning to trust yourself.
How do we tap into our intuition? What does trusting yourself look like? Why is it so hard to do? All of this and more in today’s episode!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
In this episode, Chelsea and Kevin talk to entrepreneur, mother, entertainer, and coach, Katie McMinn about transitioning into parenthood, setting a gracious table with ease, how to find the fun in cooking Thanksgiving dinner, spiritual practices and more! About Katie:
Katie has a Master's in Strategic Communication and worked as a communication coordinator for the State of Utah for over a decade. Now she loves working with people and giving them a different way of looking at their thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors by using mindful techniques and a holistic approach to coaching. She runs a small business Hint of Lavender where she inspires people to gather and she sells the Social Cards which are conversation starter decks of cards that help people start conversations, deepen connections, and strengthen relationships.
Instagram: @hint_of_lavender
Website: hintoflavender.com (Get your social cards here!)
Facebook: @hintoflavender
Today’s episode is all about setting boundaries and how complicated it can be, but why it is ultimately so worth it and how to start setting those most challenging boundaries. Also, today, Kevin surprises Chelsea with a pop quiz! How do we set those difficult boundaries? Why do they bring up so many emotions? Why is it so hard to stick to our boundaries once we set them? This and so many more goodies in today’s episode!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
In this episode, Chelsea and Kevin speak with health and mindset coach Lindsey Kaszuba all about creating new habits and goals and letting go of habits that no longer serve us. Everything from learning to trust ourselves and teaching our children to trust themselves to tapping into what we want to value and beyond is covered in this episode! Lindsey is also giving away a free 30-minute health strategy session to the first 3 people to reach out! So be sure to email me at chelsea@chelseaaustin.com if you’re interested!
About Lindsey:
Lindsey is a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach helping women ditch the diet and transform their health. Her mission is to teach women how health and lifestyle can work together realistically. Her unique coaching method is based on science and spiritual practices and is rooted in sustainable change and mindset work. Lindsey lives in New York City with her two daughters, husband, and Italian Greyhound.
Instagram: @lindseykaszubahealth
TikTok: @lindseykaszubahealth
Website: lindseykaszubahealth.com
In this episode, Chelsea and Kevin talk about the gift you are offered when you’re already considered not the “norm.” They get into everything from letting go of needing outside approval to doing things out of obligation and people pleasing to finding your chosen family. Do we need to be first accepted by others or first accept ourselves just as we are? Find out what Chelsea and Kevin think about this and so much more goodness in today’s episode! For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well! Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
In this episode, Chelsea and Kevin speak with the wildly patient and uber calm, Joe Solmonese about his career in politics, advocacy, and more. Joe shows us how we can find common ground with anyone and build bridges across major ideological divides while remaining calm and not sacrificing what we believe in. About Joe:
Joe Solmonese is Senior Vice President for Government Relations and Strategic Communications. He oversees the organization’s government relations efforts at both the federal and state levels, as well as managing all aspects of strategic communications.
Joe has broad experience managing large and complex organizations, most recently serving as CEO of the Democratic National Convention, successfully planning and executing the first entirely virtual convention. Prior to this, he was the transition chair for Planned Parenthood Federation, managing the day-to-day operations of the national office, interfacing with 50 affiliates in providing care to those who need it most. And, as a partner at Gavin/Solmonese, he assisted corporate clients in navigating public policy issues and improving corporate responsibility.
Having spent an entire career advocating for equality and human rights, Joe served as president of the Human Rights Campaign, the nation’s largest LGBTQ advocacy organization. Prior to joining the Human Rights Campaign, he worked for thirteen years at EMILY’s List, serving as CEO in his final two.
Joe is currently on the board of directors of the National Partnership for Women and Families, as well as the Planned Parenthood Action Fund and the advisory board of the Obama Scholars Program at Occidental College.
LinkedIn: Joe Solmonese
Twitter: @JSolmonese
Buy Joe’s Book!: The Gift Of Anger
Just communicating isn’t enough for most relationships whether they be love, platonic, or in business, it needs to be productive communication and today Chelsea and Kevin go through their methods, ups, downs, and everything in-between when it comes to communicating. Do we want to be right? Or do we want to be happy? And is the question that simple? Find out in today’s episode!
For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
In this episode, Chelsea and Kevin talk to the amazingly resilient, Aaron Baker about his recovery from a spinal cord injury that altered the course of his life and how we can all find a way forward despite the odds we’re given. We also touch on what the writing process has been like for us, as three authors.
About Aaron:
In 1999, as a professional motocross athlete, he sustained a career ending spinal cord injury. He fractured his cervical vertebrae 4, 5, and 6 rendering him a quadriplegic, paralyzed from the chin down. He was given a “one in a million” chance of every feeding himself again.
From the onset of his injury, he focused on rebuilding and redefining his life. He became a student of his mind and body, and has mastered a set of fundamental tools he uses and shares daily.
Today, he is a recovering quadriplegic husband, father, adventure athlete, author, orator, entrepreneur, and ambassador for spinal cord injury. He co-founded the Center of Restorative Exercise and represents Red Bull’s non-profit charity-Wings For Life Foundation as a member of the Board of Directors, USA, and Chairman of the Ambassador Council.
Website: imaaronbaker.com
Youtube channel: Aaron Baker
Instagram: @imaaronbaker
Twitter: @ImAaronBaker
In this episode Chelsea and Kevin discuss their atypical career paths that have led them to developing their self-worth beyond what they do for a living. If you feel like your identity gets wrapped up in what you do, are struggling as a new entrepreneur, feeling undervalued in your work as a stay-at-home parent, or ever felt like you’ve questioned your enough-ness, this one's for YOU! For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well! Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
TW for this episode: assault, anxiety, and depression. Season 3 of Worthiness Warriors’ first guest is,Danielle Gray! And with Danielle, we got deep, fast. In this episode, Danielle shares her story of being assaulted after she, in her words, “let her depression and anxiety go unmanaged.” She gives us all hope, inspiration, and even a good laugh, along with deep, meaningful takeaways for anyone, especially those struggling with depression and anxiety. About Danielle: Danielle is a formerly competitive gymnast who became a personal trainer after leaving her full time desk job to pursue coaching and fitness modeling. She founded her own company, Train Like A Gymnast, to show people they’re more capable than they think they are. While she can help anyone who is interested, TLAG’s primary demographic is former female athletes who miss the accountability, camaraderie, and structure of organized sports. Her training style is challenging, yet approachable with a heavy focus on form, mindfulness, and intention. She is also a Wilhelmina Fitness Model, an iFit Trainer, a Ninja Warrior, professional pole dancer, photographer, among many other things that make her a multi passionate entrepreneur.
Website: www.daniellegrayfit.com
TLAG: www.trainlikeagymnast.com (Use code LISTEN for a discount for Worthiness Warriors listeners upon checkout here! trainlikeagymnastapp.com)
IG @daniellegrayfit @trainlikeagymnast
We’re back warriors! After a brief hiatus we’re here with Season 3 and a new co-host, Chelsea’s dad, Kevin Montgomery. This season will have both interviews with guests on self-development, self-love, self-worth, and more, and episodes with just Chelsea and Kevin doing what they do best, having tough, funny, and exciting conversations as a father and daughter, a straight woman and a gay man, a 28 and 65 year old. This episode is all about the question that Chelsea has most often been asked in life, “Did you miss having a mom?” So, today we get Chelsea and Kevin’s takes on what it felt like on the inside of their family with two dads and no mom. For more information and to buy Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me, learn more about her Flip the Script course, or Blog check out her website chelseaaustin.com. You can also learn more about and order Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door, here! Be sure to connect with us on social media as well!
Instagram: @chelseaaustinmdw @kevinscot
TikTok: @chelseaaustinmdw
Twitter: @chelseaamdw @KevMontDub
Facebook: @thegirlwithfivenames @thefamilynextdoorbook
Chelsea Austin speaks to her dad and next season of Worthiness Warrior’s co-host, Kevin Montgomery! This episode covers everything from the changing relationship of being your child’s parent to being their friend, how to let go and let your child start to make their own decisions in adulthood and more! To connect with Kevin you can follow him on Instagram @kevinscot and check out his book, The Family Next Door. And one last time…don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to CPA, owner of DLD Accountancy, LLP, and her amazing Daddy, Dennis Duban about what his experience was like in the federal prison system and how he was able to maintain a mindset focused on joy regardless of being confined in a prison camp. You can learn more about his experience in Chelsea’s book, Inexplicably Me. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to certified nutritionist and personal trainer, Brooke Rozzie, about moving forward with grief, doing things that scare and challenge you and more! To join Brooke’s Balance Body program or connect with her visit her website brookerozzie.com or follow-along her journey on Instagram @brookerozzie. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022
Chelsea talks to writer, podcaster, and author, Joey Held about all things creativity. From finding your niche, to learning how to spark your creativity, creating a podcast, blog, newsletter, and so much more! To connect with Joey or buy one of his awesome books, visit his website joeyheld.com, listen to his Good People, Cool Things podcast here. And connect with him on Twitter @josephcurrency. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to business coach and certified clinical hypnotherapist, Julie Costa, about creating the community we’ve been craving, taking the pressure off of yourself in your business, setting boundaries with ourselves, and beyond! You can connect with Julie on instagram @julie.m.costa and learn more about her work on her website juliemcosta.com. You can also download a free hypnosis audio recording for anxiety and stress by Julie here! And to book a hypnotherapy session, click here! And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to registered dietician-nutritionist and wellness coach, Rebecca Schauer about trading in the time we spend thinking negative thoughts about ourselves and our bodies, refocusing it to where we can find more joy and freedom, and so much more! You can connect with Rebecca via her website findfreedomwithfood.com or via email rebecca@findfreedomwithfood.com or connect with her on social @rebeccaschauer_rdn. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to leading soul purpose expert, Alexis Pierce about who we can create our own peace, not be defined solely by what we do, but by who we are and how to find those first small steps you need to create real change in your life and so very much more! You can connect with Alexis via her website alexispierce.com and join her facebook group At Peace on Purpose with Alexis Pierce. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to Registered Dietician and Inclusive Wellness coach, Dalia Kinsey about feeling seen, working on really seeing other, getting comfortable with the uncomfortable, white supremacy, listening for understanding, activism and SO MUCH MORE! You can connect with Dalia via her website daliakinsey.com, connect with her on social media via her facebook group @decolonizingwellness, and listen to her podcast, Body Liberation for All on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and buy her book Decolonizing Wellness here! And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to graphic designer and founder of The Design Database, Courtlyn Jones about how to put yourself first, leaving a toxic work environment and taking the leap of faith to work for yourself! You can connect with Courtlyn via her website thedesigndatabase.net, on Facebook or Instagram @thedesigndatabase, on Twitter @thedsgndatabase and via LinkedIn. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks with stress management specialist, behavioral science expert, speaker, and LMFT, Isabelle Tierney about the feel good life methodology that she has created and now teaches all around the world inspiring individuals to live lives of more joy, abundance, creation, emotional freedom, and beyond! You can connect with Isabelle through her website thefeelgoodlife.com, her facebook group, or on Instagram @ourfeelgoodlife. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to relationship-science trained, trauma informed coach, Elise Micheals, who focuses on coaching those that identify as men to help them heal subconscious trauma to become better fathers, spouses, and leaders, but what she has to say has something for all of us regardless of our gender identity. You can connect with Elise on LinkedIn, Tiktok @elisemicheals, Instagram @elisemicheals_ , or visit her website elisemicheals.com. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to trauma-informed life coach, Kel Bauer, about his incredible and inspirational story of growing up in a deeply neglectful environment and how he’s used that to fuel his passion for helping others see their value and what they can accomplish regardless of their circumstances or past experiences. You can connect with Kel on Instagram @becomewhoyouneeded. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to retired pediatrician turned insurance agent, Dr. Sharon Adams about her inspirational story of growing up in the only Black family in Austin, Minnesota, putting herself through medical school, overcoming thoughts of suicide, and how to be your own biggest champion. If you were looking for inspiration and a reminder to believe in yourself, THIS IS IT! You can connect with Dr. Adams on her website drsharonadams.com or connect with her on Instagram and Facebook @turnthepagewithsharon. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to motivation and communication expert, team strategist and dynamics coach, Nicole Seawell about all things communication, especially as it pertains to the Enneagram personality test. To take an Enneagram test click here! To learn more about Nicole or work with her check out her websitesailorssweetlife.com or follow her on instagram @neseawell. The definition for Enneagram in the introduction to the episode was found on truity.com. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea talks to personal trainer and business coach, Naomi Rotstein about how to overcome burnout, set boundaries at work, make peace with your body, how take maternity leave when you’re an entrepreneur, and so many other goodies. For more information on Naomi and what she’s up to check out her Instagram @naomi.rotstein! Also be sure to check out her group coaching program, freebie on “5 simple steps for getting more clients with referrals,” and her 12-week follow along workout program (which Chelsea has done and loved)! And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea Austin talks to comedian and founder of The Hopeful Hindu, Aastha Lal about faith, karma, reincarnation, and all things Eastern Spirituality, especially how faith can inform your self-worth and help you judge yourself and others less. For more information on Aastha’s work check out thehopefulhindu.com or @thehopefulhindu on social media! And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea Austin talks with entrepreneur, mom, yogi, and tea-obsessed Mary Allard about finding your element no matter what season of life you are in, figuring out what to do about feelings of competition, finding ways to boost your self-worth without any fancy tools, and so much more. Chelsea mentions Episode 0 of season one of Worthiness Warriors which you can find here! For more on the Ellement Collective visit ellementcollective.com, or check them out @ellementcollective on social media. To check out The Third Place Podcast head over to thirdplacepodcast.com or find them on social @thirdplacepodcast, and don’t forget to check out more of Mary’s amazing work at maryallard.com. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea Austin talks with entrepreneur and the founder of makeeveryminutecount.com, Lisa Nutt, about being your own best advocate, finding gratitude everywhere possible, and understanding how self-compassion accompanies self-growth among so many other things. You can connect with Lisa on Instagram @la_nutt or on Facebook @LetsMakeEveryMinuteCount and get more involved with the Make Every Minute Count Project via makeeveryminutecount.com!And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea Austin talks to the founder of Indica Dreams, Nina Lowman, about creating a balanced wellness routine, finding a path for self-care that works for you in every season of your life, and so much other goodness! You can connect with Nina @ninalofficial on Instagram, as well as Indica Dreams @indicadreamsllc on Instagram, @indicadreamsofficial on Facebook, and be sure to check out indicadreams.com for some truly self-care inspired CBD products. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea Austin talks to LGBTQIA+ Confidence Coach, Alex Ray, about how to access your confidence in three easy steps, how you’ve been using labels backwards and so much more! You can connect with Alex Ray on Instagram @coachalexray or through his website coachalexray.com. Also, be sure to listen to his podcast, “The Queer Confidence Podcast” on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Welcome back to season two, friends! This episode will give you a sneak peak into what you have to look forward to this season, as well as get a little life update from Chelsea and finally hear about what she’s been up to these past few months! And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me: A Story of Labels, Worthiness, and Refusing To Be Boxed In and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a bookmark, AND 25% off Chelsea’s Flip The Script course in 2022!
Chelsea Austin talks with her hubby, Dominic Wächter about being newley-ish-weds and navigating self-worth within their relationship as two very different human beings. Just in case you forgot where to find Chelsea’s social media here is her Instagram @chelseaaustinmdw, Facebook, and website chelseaaustin.com. And you can find more information on Dominic, his travels, work and life on his Instagram @dumaid. This episode concludes the first season of Worthiness Warriors! See you in season two friends coming fall ‘21!
Chelsea Austin talks to NYC-based actor, singer, and brain training specialist, Emilie Leyes about self-worth and how to create thoughts and feelings of worthiness through brain training. Chelsea and Emilie even do a demo of what brain training can look like LIVE! To learn more about Emilie’s amazing brain training programs you can visit The Resilient Self Program, and The Resilient Actor Program or click here for a Free Guided Practice. You can also find Emilie on Instagram @emilieleyes and on TikTok @emilie_leyes.
Chelsea Austin talks to CEO and founder of Makin Wellness, Sara Makin about why therapy is so integral to developing our self-worth. To learn more about Makin Wellness, and gain access to their mental health resources, visit their website makinwellness.com, or check out their Instagram @makinwellness. For more information on Sara, visit her instagram @thesaramakin and don’t forget to check out the three books she’s written, From Depression To Joy: A Parent’s Handbook For Teenage Wellness, Medical Cannabis & Mental Health, and The Happy Entrepreneur: Eliminate Stress and Kick Ass In Business.
For the final episode of Chelsea’s Pride Month series, although we’ll be celebrating Pride all year long, Chelsea Talks to AK Nell, who identifies as a non-binary transmasculine being and uses the pronouns he/him. AK resides just outside of Washington D.C. and works as a transitional kindergarten teacher. This episode will help you better understand what it means to identify as trans* and why labels, definitions, and asking questions is so important. To follow along with AK’s journey, check out his Instagram @im_out_and_about. Also, please consider donating to The Okra Project, a group that provides meals to trans people of color.
We’re extending Pride Month just a little bit longer! Chelsea Austin talks to her friends and supermoms, Sophie and Kimber Sargent. Now that Baby B has arrived Chelsea follows-up to see how their self-worth has grown and changed since becoming moms. Sophie and Kimber also run two incredible companies WeeSit and Holistically She and you can follow along with their journey as moms as well on Instagram @sgt_sophie and @timber_times.
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend Joseph Baca about what it means for them to identify as non-binary, how to get comfortable asking for pronouns, letting go of judgement, queerness in Disney and so much more. Joseph enjoys performing on stage, dancing, educating children, playing board games and is, as Chelsea describes him, a walking heart. To learn more about Joseph check out both of his Instagram accounts @jobaciii (personal instagram) and @baca.desu (queer stories and beyond!).
Chelsea Austin talks to her Dad and Daddy about what it is to fall in love, stay in love, and build a healthy relationship on a strong foundation. After almost 40 years of being together Chelsea’s dads definitely know what it takes to be through many seasons of a relationship and build something beautiful. To learn more about Chelsea’s parents’ stories check out her Dad, Kevin Montgomery’s, book, The Family Next Door, or visit their website montgomery-duban.com.
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, Kelly Kirkley, arts administrator, performer and recent nine to fiver about his story, expectations, dynamics in varying social groups, intersectionality and beyond. This is the third episode in a Pride Month series focused on LGBTQ+ voices with an emphasis on intersectionality. To learn more about Kelly and the work of the Underground Skills Exchange you can check out their website undergroundskillsx.com or check out their instagram @undergroundskillsx. Or check out Kelly’s personal Instagram @kelzkirks14!
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, Tyler Holoboksi about the incredible drag persona he has created in Petti Cash, how doing drag can affect your self-worth, the moral and social opportunities there are in drag, and so much more. This episode is full of honesty, fun, and a lot of heart. For more information regarding advocacy for the AAPI community, please visit stopaapihate.org. To learn more about Petti Cash head over to her Instagram @petticashnyc, Facebook or check out her website petticashnyc.com!
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, Kevin Kulp about his story, building community, how peoples’ words affect us deeply and beyond. This is the first episode in a Pride Month series focused on LGBTQ+ voices with an emphasis on intersectionality. To learn more about Kevin and his work as a performer, photographer and his work in social media, be sure to check out his Instagram @kulpy. For additional resources regarding combating racism in America check out stopaapihate.org
Chelsea Austin talks to sex therapist, Jacqueline Mendez about how intimately connected self-worth and sex are. The conversation covers everything from how we can talk to our partners about sex, to stigma around women and sex, and to how we can get comfortable in our bodies to have amazing sex! To learn more about Jaqueline’s practice and her work you can visit her website or check out her Center For Relationship and Intimacy Well-Being. You can also follow her on Instagram @jacquelinemndz!
Chelsea Austin talks to PR Guru and CEO of Mekky Media, Michelle Mekky all about confidence, success, cancer survival, and pushing through your fears. With laughs and lots of love Chelsea and Michelle discuss personal trauma and what they’ve gained over time in regards to letting go of judgment and living the life they’ve always dreamed. To learn more about Michelle and Mekky Media visit their website or follow Michelle on Instagram @michelle.mekky or on LinkedIn!
Chelsea Austin talks to financial advisor, Roxy Maddahi, all about investing and why it’s so hard sometimes for women to talk about money. Hint hint...we’re all capable, it’s just that societal norms and history tend to get in our way. Roxy does an amazing job breaking down how we can find our own financial intelligence and has some amazing resources we can turn to including the “Morning Brew” newsletter and iwillteachyoutoberich.com. To learn more or get in touch with Roxy about her services you can email her @roxana.maddahi@spwm.com!
Chelsea Austin talks to Bryana Clover, CEO and founder of 1619 Consulting, a company dedicated to help forward-thinking organizations create brave spaces to have tough conversations about race and inclusivity without causing harm or overwhelm. Bry is also studying Anti-racism in Urban Education with UNC Charlotte. This episode is all about unpacking our privilege and boosting our self-worth so we can learn to have those conversations that maybe we’ve been avoiding and to do the inner work that is so necessary for the advancement of ourselves and our society at large. To learn more about Bry, you can find her on Instagram, as well as, on her website 1619consulting.com!
Chelsea Austin talks to writer, consultant, and executive, Erin Coupe, about all things mindfulness. Mindfulness is pretty interconnected with our self-worth and can be an incredible tool in accessing your worth on those less-than-worthy feeling days and Erin guides us right to where we need to be! Erin provides consulting, group facilitation, seminars, webinars and more about living authentically, self-awareness, mindfulness, emotional awareness, and beyond to her clients in all different kinds of businesses. You can find more information about Erin on her website, and Instagram!
Chelsea Austin talks to fellow podcasters, and super fun and funny humans, Paige Klibanoff and Alsion Spor about what having a social life has looked like during this unprecedented time we’re living in and what boundaries we have to have in friendship. We also speak to the age old question, how do I make friends? That so many of us have always wanted the answer to. You can learn more about Paige, Alison and their podcast, For the Love of Punch and Allo, on their website, and Instagram!
Chelsea Austin talks to social media gurus and entrepreneurs, Lynzee Krohne and Kayla Weich about all things social media. From how social media can be used to our advantage and how we can make sure we are not letting those analytics take away from our inherent value and self-worth. If you are Instagram insights obsessed, this episode is for you!! (And if you’re not and still not sure what Instagram is, Lynzee and Kayla have incredible advice and information about where to start.) You can learn more about Lynzee and Kayla and Leo and Laine on their website, through their Instagram, Facebook, and if you live in Southwest Michigan and are thinking about trying out a new co-working space you can check out one of Kayla and Lynzee’s many ventures, Thinkbar Coworking!
Chelsea Austin talks to singer, song-writer, and all-around inspiration, Jamar Rogers about his history with addition, his HIV-positive status and how he gave himself a second chance and how we can all give ourselves and others a second chance. They dive deep into how to build empathy, how to understand others and just how we can start to take our own power back. You can learn more and follow along Jamar’s journey on his Instagram @jamarrogersofficial, facebook, and twitter, and take a look at his music on spotify!
Chelsea Austin talks to creative coach, dancer, choreographer, and teacher, Michelle Boulé about finding the courage to follow your heart, as well as, using your desires as a map for your self-discovery. This week we’re very much going about things from the inside, out. To connect with her, sign up for her free audio “Realign Towards Your Dreams” at michelleboule.com and follow her on Instagram @michelle.boule! To learn more about the Compassion Prison Project discussed in today’s episode please go to their website: compassionprisonproject.org.
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, Emily Jeanne Phillips, NY-based actor, singer, dancer about rejection because certainly in the entertainment industry you face a lot of it, but this conversation goes just beyond one industry. It’s about how to turn rejection into something positive for yourself, the purpose of wants and dreams and the question that keeps on giving, “am I good enough?” For more information on Emily, please visit her website, check out her Instagram or YouTube channel!
Chelsea Austin talks to Ann Hutchinson Meyers, a non-profit consultant and friend with a huge heart, about finding your purpose, or maybe discovering that your purpose has been within you all along. If you’re feeling purposeless and need somewhere to start, this episode is for you! For more information regarding Haven for Hope that we spoke about in the episode check out the website here!
Chelsea Austin talks to neuro-performance coach, Dr. Chris Lee about what self-worth means from a scientific standpoint. This episode digs deep into what happens in our brains when we're stressed and thinking all of those negative thoughts about ourselves and provides tools to help us find our way through the jungle that is our own mind. Check out Dr. Chris' incredible work on his website, here, and his Instagram where you can find helpful tips and motivation and more, here!
Chelsea Austin talks to nutrition coach, Hillary Ervin, about all things FOOD! The good, the bad, and the sometimes ugly. To learn more about Hillary and the services she provides check out her website here! And to take a look at her incredible, fact-filled social media take a look at her Instagram here!
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend Russell Norris about what it's like to pursue a career in the arts and how decision-making is so dang challenging sometimes! They cover everything from making sure you're listening when your gut is speaking to you to managing rejection, and they have a good laugh along the way.
Chelsea Austin speaks with coach, podcaster, aspiring author, and entrepreneur, Michaela Belle about what it means to own your season no matter what season of life you are in. This episode is full of specific how-to's and methods to use to navigate whatever it is you might be going through to bring you more of everything you want now! Michaela is the creator of the Savvy Single Course, A Table For Two with Michaela Belle and more. To check out her courses and more take a look at her website here and her Instagram here!
Chelsea Austin speaks to the creator of Sacred Branding about how failure can sometimes be the key to self-worth and how failure also can lead us to exactly where we need to be. They explore the how-tos, the what-not-to-dos and more about how we can all utilize our sensitivities in life to find our purpose. To map your sensitivities or learn more about Mike, click the link to his website here!
Chelsea Austin speaks with soon-to-be moms, Sophie and Kimber Sargent about becoming parents as two women versus what it was like for Chelsea’s dads to conceive her 27 years ago. Their conversation about how self-worth impacts parenting and more can inspire beyond just soon-to-be parents, but also couples that are working together, and anyone looking for a new perspective on conception and dreams for your children in 2021. Check out WeeSit, babysitting service and Holistically She, female-led bath, body and beauty company, created by Sophie and Kimber!
Chelsea Austin speaks with singer, dancer, actor turned phenomenal event planner, Charley Izabella King, about her transition from one passion to the next and how to go out on your own and build a business in an area you’re passionate about or how to move from one passion to the next. For more information on how to book Bluebell Events click here, and you can find and watch her Bluebell Talks here on Instagram!
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, Kevin Kulp, about his experience being adopted and how that affected his self-worth growing up and to this day. More than anything this episode is about how peoples’ words matter and what they say can make a huge impact on an individual long-term. For more information on the documentary, Found In Korea, please check out this link here! And to learn more about Kevin and to look at his work, check out his Instagram page @kulpy!
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, KC Morse about their friendship that burned to the ground and rose from the ashes, like a phoenix. Over time they have slowly been able to rebuild a more solid friendship with better boundaries and more self-worth on both sides from something they thought was beyond repair. Learn more about KC, her productions and life here! And learn more about sickle cell anemia here!
Chelsea Austin talks to her mentor, Sandra Miller, about what it’s like to maintain your worth and work your way to the top of a sales industry. They cover everything from what it’s like to be a woman in a female-dominated, but male-driven industry and how work ethic and your worth plays a huge role in your sales success. For more information on Sandra’s extensive real estate knowledge take a look here!
Chelsea Austin talks to her long-time friend, Olivia Stevenson about how being only children and attending all girls’ school affected their upbringing and self-worth. Their experiences although from the outside look similar felt completely different from the inside and they have some good laughs while digging through tough subjects surrounding growing up. Take a look at Olivia's Instagram @livylouise92!
Chelsea Austin talks to her dad, Kevin Montgomery about what it was like raising a child as a gay couple in the early ‘90s, how to build a child’s sense of self and self-worth and what makes parenting so dang hard sometimes. Kevin shares wise words about boundaries and being true to one’s own identity and so much more. Interested in reading more? Check out Kevin’s book, The Family Next Door here!
Chelsea Austing talks to her friend, Jason Avezzano, writer, director, actor and movie critic about what it’s like to take talents that have always served you and look at them from a different perspective as you grow and change so that those talents can grow with you and continue to serve you. Check out Jason's website here! And his spectacular movie reviews on his Instagram @moovyman1!
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, Dustin Johnson, who is currently the Executive Director of the Anacortes Family Center and has a history of working in the non-profit sector. Their conversation breaks down what it means for your self-worth to give back, how that can make you feel more worthy than ever and how to get involved if you’re not sure where to start as a volunteer or even if you’re looking for a career in the non-for-profit sector. For more information or to donate to the Anacortes Family Center click here!
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, Krysta Parker about how our self-worth is so deeply connected into how we feel about our bodies and vice versa. As Chelsea and Krysta both pursued dance at the college level and beyond they speak to how that has affected their body image and Krysta’s amazing journey to becoming a powerlifter and how that shifted her thoughts surrounding her body. Krysta also has a flourishing business as an inspirational mindset coach. For more information on Krysta, her work and her journey check out her Instagram @krysta.parker here!
Chelsea Austin talks to her honorary big sister, and incredible actor, Ana Ortiz, about following your passions, facing and overcoming barriers and handling rejection. Ana shares wisdom about the entertainment industry from an insider’s perspective and openly and honestly discusses what it’s like to follow one’s passions especially as it pertains to a career in the arts. Can’t wait to follow Ana? Follow her @therealanaortiz on Instagram and Twitter!
Chelsea Austin talks to her childhood dance partner and dear friend, Adrian Blake Mitchell, about racism in ballet, what it’s like to be Black in Russia, and the non-profit organization they co-founded with their friend KC, Dance in Color, whose mission is to create more diversity, inclusion, and ultimately a systemic change in the arts by helping children throughout California and beyond pursue their dreams through dance.
Chelsea Austin talks to her friend, and personal brand facilitator, Kim Kelty, about how to work through seasons of loss and grief. Why it’s totally okay to time your breakdowns and how grief can spur you into seasons of growth and incredible journeys.
Chelsea Austin talks to her best girl, and incredible singer/songwriter, Juliette Reilly about their journeys post-grad and how complicated it can be to figure out who you are and what you want in your twenties, especially when the idea of what you want to me changes or doesn’t fit the norm. Connect with Juliette and listen to her incredible music here!!
Chelsea Austin talks to her college roommate turned best friend, Alexandria Rust on how to take a leap of faith into the unknown. What it’s like to travel alone as a woman and how to get through tough times even when everything might seem perfect on the outside. Learn more about Alex, her workshops and adventures here!
Chelsea Austin talks about why and how her self-worth journey began as the daughter of two gay men in the early nineties and how finding her self-worth and helping others access theirs became her life’s purpose.