Your Story: Someone’s Roadmap
A Fresh Story
A Fresh Starts Registry Production
A Fresh Story Podcast is a top 2% personal journals podcast, hosted by sisters Olivia Dreizen Howell and Jenny Dreizen, that delves into courageous life choices, creative concepts, and fresh start stories through candid conversations. The podcast explores cultural subjects often overlooked, offering listeners a fresh perspective on various life experiences. Join the sisters and guests on a journey discussing bravery, significant decisions, and fresh starts, navigating the complexities of the human experience.
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Season 11
The Family Season
In this A Fresh Story: Book Talk episode, Olivia sits down with economist and author Dr. Corinne Low to talk about her book Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours. Blending rigorous research with her own story of marriage, motherhood, divorce, and starting over, Corinne explains why so many women feel burned out, unseen, and “on” all the time.
In this A Fresh Story: Book Talk, Heather & Douglas Boneparth discuss Money Together, a story-driven guide to money, love, and equity at home. We unpack cultural scripts, caregiving, “contribution,” and healing after financial hurts—with practical prompts for real conversations.
In this A Fresh Story: Book Talk, Amanda Goetz shares Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and Actually Love What You Have—a practical, hope-filled guide to rebuilding after divorce and major life transitions. We explore “character theory,” intentional seasons, and guilt-free check-ins that help mothers, leaders, and anyone healing from trauma rewrite their inner scripts.
In this A Fresh Story: Book Talk episode, Ravi & Mahaley Patel share the heartbreaking and inspiring journey that led to their new book, Your NICU Story. Born from their experience of losing their daughter Saachi after a NICU stay, the book offers guided reflections, partner perspectives, and tools for healing. A must-listen for anyone navigating grief, trauma, or the NICU.
In this episode of A Fresh Story: Book Talk, Olivia Howell interviews novelist Kristin Bair about her powerful new book Clementine Crane Prefers Not To—a fierce, funny tale of midlife burnout, motherhood, and learning to say no. Inspired by personal experience and literary classics, Kristin’s novel speaks to any woman navigating identity shifts and emotional reinvention.
In this emotional episode of A Fresh Story, author Anna Rollins shares how she spent 15 years secretly writing about food, sex, and faith—until a traumatic birth and the pandemic pushed her to finally speak her truth. Her memoir Famished explores the intersection of purity culture and diet culture, and this conversation is a must-listen for anyone healing from body shame, religious trauma, or creative fear.
In this episode of A Fresh Story, Olivia Howell sits down with Laura Danger, educator and author of No More Mediocre, to explore the emotional weight of care work, domestic inequity, and weaponized incompetence. Laura shares personal insights, actionable tools, and powerful stories that challenge the myth of the “good enough” partnership and offer a new path toward equity, intention, and community care.
In this emotional episode of A Fresh Story, Olivia Howell interviews Tiffany Graham Charkosky about her memoir Living Proof: How Love Defied Genetic Legacy. Tiffany opens up about losing her mother at 11, navigating genetic testing, and parenting without a roadmap. A must-listen for anyone exploring grief, motherhood, life transitions, or writing through personal trauma.
Lori Lyons shares how she built a joyful, peaceful blended family with her husband’s ex-wife—from open adoption to co-parenting with deep mutual respect. A Hall of Fame sports writer, stepmom, and adoptive mom, Lori proves that with empathy and intention, families after divorce can thrive. A must-listen on blended families, step-parenting, and divorce recovery.
Two dads. One brave baby. A family built through love, surrogacy, and a NICU miracle. In this episode of A Fresh Story, Danny Auld and David Fullner share how their journey to fatherhood inspired Kekoa Foods, their organic baby food brand. From starting a family through surrogacy to launching a purpose-driven business, this powerful story explores parenting, life transitions, and entrepreneurship.
In this inspiring episode of A Fresh Story, artist and YouTuber Scott Christian Sava shares the journey behind his book Becoming an Artist: How to Make Art Like a Human by Embracing Failure, Discovering Your Creative Voice, & Finding Joy in the Process. We explore creativity, community, and why art isn’t about perfection—it’s about being human. A must-listen for artists and dreamers alike.
After losing her mom to brain cancer and becoming guardian to her little sister, Chloe Sexton turned heartbreak into hope—building a viral bakery, Chloe’s Giant Cookies. In this emotional episode of A Fresh Story, Chloe shares how grief, guardianship, and resilience shaped her journey as a business owner, single mom, and TikTok creator. A powerful story of love, loss, and fresh starts.
In this episode of A Fresh Story, we sit down with Leslie Gray Streeter—journalist, memoirist, and now debut novelist—to unpack the heartbreak, humor, and honesty woven into her new book, Family and Other Calamities. With wit and grace, Leslie shares how she turned personal loss and professional scandal into fiction that cuts close to the bone.
In this episode of A Fresh Story, Emily Westerfield shares her transformative journey from surrogate to surrogacy agency owner. Discover the emotional and logistical aspects of surrogacy, the importance of psychological readiness, and the powerful bonds formed with intended parents.
After losing her daughter Baylie Grogan in a tragic college accident, Shawnee Baker became an advocate for healthcare proxy awareness and college safety reform. In this powerful episode, Shawnee shares Baylie’s heartbreaking story and why every family needs legal protections in place for young adults. We discuss medical decision-making, toxicology laws, and the mission behind the Baylie’s Wish Foundation. A must-listen for all parents.
Transgender father Trystan Reese shares his powerful journey through adoption, trans fatherhood, and building a blended LGBTQ+ family. From unexpected parenthood to raising a neurodivergent child, Trystan opens up about love, identity, and resilience. A must-listen on modern parenting, chosen family, and redefining fatherhood.
After divorce turned her world upside down, Olivia Howell began rebuilding her life from the ground up—with honesty, intention, and love. In this episode of A Fresh Story, she shares how she created a joyful, modern family with her two sons, overcame postpartum depression, and found strength through tradition, support, and self-trust.
What happens when love finds you across an ocean? In this episode of A Fresh Story, Olivia sits down with her sister, Genevieve Dreizen, to talk about the beautifully complex journey of building a life—and a family—across continents. From a chance meeting in Scotland to the quiet triumphs of long-distance love, this is a story that blends vulnerability, resilience, and deep-rooted connection.
In the kickoff episode of A Fresh Story’s new Family Season, sisters and co-hosts Jenny Dreizen and Olivia Howell sit down to reflect on the evolution of their podcast, with over 200 episodes under their belt, the duo shares how their fascination with storytelling—and particularly stories rooted in family dynamics—has shaped both their show and their own understanding of identity.
Ongoing
Simple Tips to Support Yourself from Our Experts
Energy healer Jo-Anne Suriel joins A Fresh Story: Simple Tips to Support Yourself to share expert guidance on reconnecting with creativity, calming the nervous system, and rebuilding emotional resilience during major life transitions. Learn simple daily practices, grounding exercises, and the healing story behind her album The Remembering.
In this episode of A Fresh Story, Olivia Howell and therapist Laura Fink dive into the concept of emotional agility—learning how to move through life’s struggles with honesty and resilience. They explore the impact of social media on mental health, the dysfunctional ways we cope with emotions, and why feeling your feelings is essential for healing.
In this episode of A Fresh Story, teen leadership coach Lorraine Connell shares powerful stories from her book A Teacher’s Story, revealing how real leadership often begins in quiet, unexpected ways. Learn how one act of belief transformed teens into confident leaders—and why rethinking leadership is essential for parents, teachers, and youth mentors.
How do I prevent myself from burnout? We chatted with burnout coach and therapist Abbey Sangmeister about recognizing and preventing burnout, a state of overwhelm and anxiety that stems from trying to do it all without pause.
This episode answers the question: How can I prepare to interview for jobs without getting so burned out and stressed? We chatted with Tara Bodine, founder and CEO of True North People Consulting, about strategies to navigate job interviews without burning out.
What is nervous system regulation and how can I regulate my nervous system? We chatted with Jessica Addeo, an occupational therapist and nervous system coach, about the fascinating concept of nervous system regulation and its impact on our daily lives.
How can I use my astrological info to learn more about myself? We chatted with Lauren DeGolia about using astrology as a tool for self-discovery and personal growth. Lauren shared how focusing on key aspects like your sun, moon, and rising signs can provide meaningful insights into your personality and energetic expression.
How can I add a workout routine to my life without feeling overwhelmed? We chatted with Rebecca Stewart, a personal trainer and mobility coach, about simple ways to integrate a workout routine into your life without feeling overwhelmed.
How can I manage stress and anxiety more effectively in today's fast-paced world? We chatted with Kristen Curtis, an EFT tapping practitioner and Akashic Records reader, about managing stress and anxiety in today’s fast-paced world.
What is gut health and how do I make sure my gut is healthy? We chatted with Amanda Sauceda, a registered dietitian, about the fascinating world of gut health and how to ensure your gut is thriving. Amanda breaks gut health into three key components: digestion, the gut microbiome, and the mind-gut connection.
How can I cultivate a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment in my career and personal life? We chatted with Meg Trucano, a life coach for ambitious women, about cultivating a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment in both career and personal life.
How do I stop hating myself in photos?! We chatted with Terrie Alfieri, a talented visual storyteller and photographer, about how to love the way you look in photos. Terrie highlights the importance of self-love and confidence as the foundation for appreciating your photos.
Are there specific mindfulness or meditation techniques that can help me stay present and grounded amidst life's challenges? We chatted with Jo-Anne Suriel, an energy healer, about how mindfulness and meditation techniques can help us stay grounded amidst life's challenges.
This episode answers the question: I have a lot of sentimental items. How can I keep them organized without sacrificing space? We chatted with Kat Green, an ADHD organizing specialist, about how to manage sentimental items without sacrificing space.
This episode answers the question: Are there any energy healing modalities or practices that can help me feel more aligned and connected? We chatted with Candice Erickson-Perham, an energy healer, about how energy healing practices can help you feel more aligned and connected.
How much money do I need in my emergency fund? We chatted with Janice Berner, a CPA and comprehensive financial planner, about the vital role emergency savings play in building financial security. Janice shared practical advice on why an emergency fund is essential to navigate unexpected challenges like job loss, medical expenses, or divorce.
How can I make my new place feel like home? We chatted with Holly Martins, a real estate agent, about how to make a new place feel like home. Holly emphasizes the importance of reflecting your personality in your space, tailoring it to your unique needs and desires.
I am overwhelmed by having to make myself food every day?! How can I make it way less worse? We chatted with Whitney Cardosi, founder of Wellness with Whit, about tackling the daily overwhelm of making food for yourself.
What questions do I ask an aesthetician to make sure I am getting the services I need? We chatted with Michelle Doran, a nurse practitioner and owner of RN Aesthetics, about how to ensure you're getting the right services from an aesthetician.
How can I start fresh after a toxic relationship? We chatted with Dr. Victoria Latifses, a licensed clinical psychologist, to explore how to start fresh after a toxic relationship. Dr. Latifses shares practical advice for healing and moving forward, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection to identify lessons learned and patterns that may need adjustment.
I share my home with roommates/family. How can we create a system that works for everyone? We chatted with Angela O'Brien, a professional organizer and Enneagram coach, about creating harmonious organizational systems in shared living spaces.
What are some simple ways to lean into my spiritual practice that feels good in my body? We chatted with Chelsea Kim Long, a writer helping women explore spirituality beyond fundamentalist frameworks, about finding practices that feel good to both body and soul. Chelsea encourages listening to yourself, embracing emotions and intuition, and focusing on practices that feel genuinely nourishing.
How can I use my intuition and listen to my gut in business and job hunting? We chatted with Chelsea Fournier, an online business strategist and marketing agency owner, about how to harness intuition in business and job hunting. Chelsea explains that intuition is a powerful inner guidance system that goes beyond logic and reasoning, offering deep wisdom to help navigate decisions.
My house feels cluttered, where on earth do I start? We chatted with home organizers Briana and Erica Spruille from Just Be LLC to answer the question: “My house feels cluttered, where on earth do I start?” Briana and Erica offer thoughtful and practical advice on tackling clutter and organizing your space to reflect your values and bring calm to your life.
What do I need to have in order financially to buy a house? We chatted with Renee Coleman, a residential mortgage lender, about the essential financial steps to prepare for buying a house. Renee highlights the importance of knowing your credit score, understanding your debt-to-income ratio, and talking to a lender early in the process.
How do I move my body without it feeling punishing or in a way I don't hate? We chatted with Rachel Lovitt, who shares how to move your body in ways that feel joyful and fulfilling, rather than punishing. In this conversation, we explore how diet culture has shaped our perception of exercise and how we can shift our mindset to focus on pleasure and enjoyment instead.
My routines are chaotic, and my home reflects that. How do I establish organizing systems for daily tasks?We chatted with Lindsey Mahanna, a professional organizer, about creating organizing systems to tame chaotic routines and establish a more peaceful home.
What is hypnosis and how can it help me feel less crappy in life? We chatted with Julie Costa, a certified master clinical hypnotherapist, about the transformative power of hypnosis to help us feel better in life. Julie explains that hypnosis is a relaxed state that allows access to the subconscious mind, where limiting beliefs can be reprogrammed.
How do I make a rental feel like home? We chatted with DIY Expert and Licensed Contractor Kat Christie, owner of She Fixed That, LLC, about how to transform a rental space into a home that feels cozy and inviting.
What are some simple ways my partner and I can connect on a deeper level? We chatted with Aurisha Smolarski, a therapist specializing in couples' relationships, to explore simple ways to create deeper connections with your partner. In this episode, we discuss the importance of leaning into discomfort and vulnerability to foster intimacy.
Season 10
The Election Season
On August 7th, 2024, Olivia tweeted: "Can my husband find out who I am voting for in the Presidential Election?" We've been getting this question a lot, so we rounded up some helpful facts.” This one tweet became a national conversation, and a lot of people had a lot of things to say about it. Olivia and Jenny sat down to talk about how the tweet came to be, the backlash from the tweet, and why it’s incredibly important to keep reminding women that their vote is their vote. So, can my husband find out who I voted for?
What if I want to vote early? Early voting is a great choice for a number of reasons - given the extended nature of early voting the lines are usually shorter and voting becomes an easy, fast activity that fits into your schedule.
What if there are confusing voting rules I need to know? A lot of states have introduced laws around polling locations and they can be confusing - we don’t want anything to disenfranchise you. Your vote is your own, we want you to use it. So make sure to brush up on the laws in your voting locale!
What if the polls close while I am in line waiting to vote? If the polls close while you’re in line to vote don’t leave. Don’t step out of line. If you are already in line when the polls close, stay in line until you get the chance to cast your ballot. You have the right to vote. Just hang in line until your time comes.
Making a voting plan ensures that you’re prepared, organized, and ready to make your voice heard on Election Day. Vote Without Fear is here to guide you through every step of that process, providing information on safe voting practices, key deadlines, and the resources you need. With Vote Without Fear, you can confidently plan ahead and vote with peace of mind.
What is a provisional ballot and how can I ask for one? We cover everything you need to know about provisional ballots in this quick episode, including a helpful script to ask for a provisional ballot, and cover all of the reasons you may need a provisional ballot.
Can my husband find out who I voted for in a presidential election? The answer is no! In a Presidential general election, you can vote for any candidate on the ballot, regardless of your registered party. Your spouse cannot find out who you voted for unless you choose to share that information. It's important to remember that your vote is your own and a protected civil liberty.
If you are a first time voter, you may have questions about what the process is like, what you need, and how to set yourself up for success in voting. On this quick episode, we are helping any first time voters figure out what they need to vote! We’re answering the question, what do I need to know if it is my first time voting?
What if you didn’t send your absentee ballot in? Well, we have answers! This is one of those “depends” answers — you might be able to vote in person even if you received a ballot in the mail, every state has different rules so check your location out! If you can’t find the information you’re looking for call your local election board.
What if I want to wear my candidate’s name to vote? Bit of bad news for you on that one — you can’t appear to be endorsing a candidate or campaigning at the polls. Conference of State Legislatures.
What if I don’t know if I need identification to vote? Voter ID laws vary [wildly] state to state. If you DO need your ID make sure it is current and not expired. Make sure you know where your ID is and it’s ready to accompany you to the polls.
What if I’m anxious about finding my polling location? Practice run, baby! If you’re a nervous parker or get anxious about going to new locations, do a practice run! You might be limited on time on election day, so go take a quiet Saturday and go scope out the site.
Can I bring my kids with me to vote? Kids can totally come vote with you and come into the booth with you until they are 18! Some states DO have some restrictions around how many children you can bring into the booth with you, so contact your local board of elections if you need to bring more than 1 child in the voting booth with you.
What if I make a mistake on my ballot? We have answers! Most importantly, we want to encourage you to vote intentionally and without rushing — there is no reason to rush through this process, take a breath and take a moment to make sure you’re filling out your ballot correctly.
Season 9
Fresh Conversations
Olivia and Jenny sit down with Ashley Spivey and Alexa Spivey to discuss their relationships as sisters and the support they provide to each other.
We chatted with our aunt and uncle about the family dynamics after divorce in our own family system. Jon Dreizen and Leslie Dreizen Kilgour are our father's younger siblings, who walk us through their own parents' divorce in the 1980s.
We chatted with filmmakers Dara Resnik and James Takata about their upcoming film California Scenario, a drama exploring intergenerational trauma and resilience within diverse Californian families.
We chatted with siblings Skyler Day and Dalton Day about the unique dynamics of their relationship and their creative journeys as musicians.
We chatted with writer Cindy DiTiberio about her transformative journey through divorce, motherhood, and personal growth. Cindy opened up about how MDMA therapy helped her confront the truth about her marriage, leading to the difficult decision to leave.
We chatted with Tami Hackbarth about her inspiring journey from navigating trauma in her early life to becoming a dedicated advocate for justice, equity, and personal well-being. Tami shared how her experiences shaped her mission to create change through activism, teaching, and self-care.
On this episode of The Sibling Series, we chatted with sisters Maria Avgitidis (you may know her as the famous Matchmaker Maria) and Chrisoula Mavrianos about growing up in a Greek American household, navigating the dynamics of working together, and their journey into the matchmaking business.
Alix Strauss is a trend, culture and lifestyle journalist; an award-winning, four-time published author; and speaker. She is a frequent contributor to the New York Times, among other publications. She is currently on tour with her recently re-issued cult classic novel, The Joy of Funerals which is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
We chatted with Leslie Streeter and Lynne Childress, twin sisters with an unshakable bond, about their experiences growing up as twins and navigating life together. They shared touching stories of their childhood, moving frequently, and the resilience they developed while facing bullies and stereotypes.
Welcome to The Sibling Series, the series where we explore sibling dynamics and relationships. What's it like growing up as half-siblings? We brought our sister Tess on the show to discuss our experiences growing up in a blended family, specifically from her perspective as the youngest in the family, who grew up with a different mother.
We chatted with Erica Anenberg about her journey from a creative start in fashion to pioneering new paths in the construction and tech industries. Erica shared how her drive for financial independence and passion for innovation led her to launch Girl Flip, empowering women in construction, and BuilderBud.
We chatted with Korean American writer Suzanne Park about her journey from corporate marketing to a successful writing career. With inspiration from rom-coms, Suzanne crafts stories that blend humor and heartfelt themes of family, fresh starts, and intergenerational relationships.
Olivia speaks with Liuba Grechen Shirley, founder of Vote Mama, about the importance of having mothers in political positions. Vote Mama aims to support and endorse women candidates, particularly mothers, to create a more inclusive political landscape.
Olivia chats with musician Jim Hurst about the evolving political landscape in the United States since 2016. They dive into the challenges of navigating political discourse in a polarized environment and explore the importance of maintaining open dialogue, even when opinions differ.
We chatted with Meecham Whitson Meriweather, a culture writer, screenwriter, and soon-to-be author. Meecham shares his journey from studying architecture to becoming a prominent voice in pop culture, discussing the impact of celebrity relationships, the evolution of modern dating, and the need for diverse representation in media.
We chatted with Patrice Poltzer about her decision to move her family to Portugal. Patrice shared the challenges of starting fresh in a new country, from navigating cultural differences to building a new business, and how stepping out of her comfort zone led to personal and family growth. Patrice’s story highlights the power of taking risks and embracing fresh starts, even when it feels daunting.
We chatted with Zeke Tayler, a physician and political activist, about his journey into canvassing and the powerful role grassroots engagement plays in shaping democracy. He believes that taking even small steps toward civic engagement can make a difference and that democracy is fundamentally about community care.
We chatted with Paige Connell, a mother of four, about the overwhelming challenges she faced balancing family life and motherhood. From foster care to having two biological kids, she went from no kids to four in just three years. Paige opened up about how the unequal division of labor in her marriage led to burnout and resentment.
Bradley Freeman Jr. is a Muppet performer on Sesame Street, and we discussed his inspiring journey from a young puppet enthusiast to achieving his dream role on Sesame Street. Bradley shares how his early fascination with puppetry and practical media shaped his career, detailing his experiences in training at the prestigious Sesame Workshop and the profound impact of meeting legendary Muppet performers.
We sit down with Laurel (@laurelladeville) to explore the world of content creation. Laurel emphasizes the importance of embracing body confidence and accepting our ever-changing bodies, rather than striving for an idealized version of ourselves. Laurel's approach to fashion is all about celebrating individuality and staying true to personal style, regardless of trends.
We chatted with Michael Vaughn, also known as World Shaker, about the complexities of family and fatherhood. Michael shared insights into the importance of open communication and empathy in navigating challenging family dynamics. Michael's story, including his unexpected success on TikTok, underscores the power of online communities in providing connection and support.
Taylor Coffman captivates audiences with her humor and authenticity, sharing her journey of survival and resilience after a rare disease diagnosis. Taylor's life changed dramatically after the birth of her daughter triggered atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome. Her near-death experience inspired her to become a patient advocate, empowering others with life-changing diagnoses.
Season 8
The Divorce Announcement
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to crisis communication strategist Molly McPherson, about the trend of announcing divorces on social media. We discuss why people, both celebrities and regular individuals, are choosing to be open about their divorces on social media. Molly provides tips and strategies for announcing a divorce publicly, emphasizing the importance of considering what's at stake and framing the message in a way that focuses on collaboration and a positive future.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to mom, writer, and professor Kelly McMasters. Kelly McMasters, author of The Leaving Season, discusses her experience with divorce and how she announced it to the world.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to mom, actress, and podcast host Monika Casey. Monika talks about how she de-activated her social media during her divorce, however felt dis-empowered when her divorce announcement was reveled in TMZ. We talked about how to handle your divorce announcement when the narrative spins out of control, and how to empower yourself as you re-write the narrative of your divorce.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to comedian, actor, and father Tom Arnold. Tom Arnold talks about the difference in announcing a divorce pre and post the advent of social media, having your divorce in the tabloids, and why he wanted to talk about his divorce publicly. We chatted about his becoming a single dad and his advice for other single dads; and we talked about how to comport yourself when there is a narrative being crafted about you by other people.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to three Fresh Starts Experts about their perspective, helpful advice, and how they support clients with telling people in their life about their divorce. This episode features Lisa Happ, Dr. Anita Smith, and Jason Scriven.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Christina Bailey, of Baby Bailey Mama Drama. Christina Bailey shares her experience of announcing her divorce from her wife on social media. She emphasizes the importance of owning the announcement and being authentic.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Jordan Reid. Jordan Reid is the founder of Ramshackle Glam, as well as the author of The Big Activity Book for Divorced People (and more).
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Jessica Castro; Jessica was married on the reality TV show Married at First Sight and talks about how she announced her divorce on social media and the response from people.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Emily Farris. Emily is a writer and the author of I'll Just Be Five More Minutes: And Other Tales from My ADHD Brain; Emily shared her divorce announcement in an essay, “I Made My Husband the Hero of My Memoir; Then My Marriage Ended” on Cup of Jo.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Rachel Sobel. Rachel shares her experience of announcing her divorce and offers advice on how to handle the divorce announcement. She also provides tips for crafting a divorce announcement and navigating social media while going through a divorce.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Jolie Steele. Jolie shares her experience of announcing her divorce on social media and to friends and family. She emphasizes the importance of setting the tone and framework for the announcement, particularly when children are involved. She also mentions the value of a divorce registry for receiving support.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Scarlett Longstreet. Scarlett, a writer and mother of three, shares her experience of announcing her divorce to a larger community. She discusses the importance of providing clarity and reducing assumptions by making a formal divorce announcement.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, we talked to Liz Pharo. Liz Pharo, CEO and founder of Divorce.com, discusses how she announced her divorce and the importance of divorce announcements. Liz highlights how Divorce.com makes the divorce process easier by offering a collaborative approach, assigning a case manager, scheduling mediation sessions, and producing paperwork.
On this episode of The Divorce Announcement Season, Olivia Dreizen Howell, the CEO and co-founder of Fresh Starts Registry, talks about her own divorce announcement and why/how this Divorce Announcement season came to be.
Season 7
Fresh Conversations
Cole Kazdin is an author and journalist of the groundbreaking book What’s Eating Us. Cole Kazdin is a writer, performer and four-time Emmy Award-winning television journalist. She has written for VICE, TIME, The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Magazine, The Daily Beast, and many others, and has produced for Good Morning America, Nightline and World News Tonight.
Rachel Sobel is an award-winning writer, author, speaker, do-over wife, mom to two girls, short-order cook, laundress, lunch packer, boo boo kisser and chauffeur, She was awarded Romper's 2020 People's Choice Award at Mom 2.0 and is a two-time finalist for Parenting Blogger of the Year in the South Florida Blogger Awards.
Christine Gritmon empowers professionals to step into their personal brands in a bigger, bolder way on social media. You CAN do it—she’ll teach you how! She’s spoken on stages worldwide and is a frequent expert guest on podcasts, live streams, Twitter chats, and blog posts, as well as hosting her own weekly podcast, Let’s Talk About Brand.
Rob is a marketing executive with over 15 years of experience helping small businesses, startups and large household brands market their products and services to the masses. Rob enjoys coaching talent and helping individuals develop goals to achieve their own personal success in business and in life.
Alex Alexander wears many hats as a founder, speaker, podcaster, and soon-to-be-published author, but her work always centers around one passion - exploring the dynamics of community and friendship in our daily lives, uncovering what's working and what's not. Through her work, Alex provides relatable examples and practical insights, empowering you to create a support system that truly resonates with you.
Raena Boston is a rising thought leader in the women’s and maternal rights space with a fresh, imperative voice. She is a working mom of three, fierce advocate, co-founder of the nonprofit focused on mothers’ rights Chamber of Mothers, and an HR corporate baddie. By night, she writes and creates content for her online platform, The Working Momtras.
Reema Zaman is an author, speaker, and screenwriter. She is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir I Am Yours and the forthcoming novel Woman in Flight. Her essays have been published in Vogue, The Guardian, Salon, The Rumpus, and several others.
Skyler Day is a singer-songwriter/producer whose confessional approach to music has definitely made her an artist to watch. Her latest single “Monsters” is out now! In addition to her music career, the Georgia-native is a well-established actress recurring on shows such as NBC’s Parenthood, Law & Order: SVU, Pretty Little Liars, Raven's Home and FOX’s The Resident.
Shani Silver is an author and podcaster originally from Fort Worth, Texas. Her book, A Single Revolution: Don't look for a match—light one, helps singles reframe singlehood to see its value and validity, for as long as we happen to be single.
L’Oreal Thompson Payton is an award-winning journalist and the author of Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power. Her personal essays, feature stories and celebrity interviews have been published in esteemed media outlets such as Essence, Fortune, SELF, Shondaland, and Well + Good, among others.
Season 6
The Divorce Season
We talked to author Carole Holiday about her divorce later in life, and how she reinvented herself after a 3 decade long marriage. Carole Holiday is an “Accidental Author” who calls herself not just a survivor of life after loss, but a thriver. Carole is the author of I Don’t Know Who I Am Anymore.
Embark on a transformative journey as we unravel the complexities of divorce in 10 insightful podcast episodes. Delve into crucial topics like contemplating divorce, navigating real estate and custody, deciphering legal jargon, and exploring the emotional, physical, spiritual, and sexual facets of divorce. On this episode of The Divorce Season, we’re covering everything you need to know to support someone in your life transitioning to divorce.
Divorce.com is an online platform that offers a streamlined path through divorce to help couples avoid unnecessary conflict and costs. We got the chance to chat with Divorce.com’s founder and CEO, Elizabeth Pharo, about the divorce.com process and we talked about how they are so passionate about making the divorce process easier for everyone involved. On this episode of The Divorce Season, we’re covering everything you need to know to get divorced online with Divorce.com.
On this episode of The Divorce Season from A Fresh Story, we’re covering everything you need to know to help start fresh after a divorce, including how to refresh your home, jump into dating and relationships, reclaim your sexuality, process the divorce with your children, and manage the grief of your relationship changing and ending.
On this episode of The Divorce Season from A Fresh Story, we’re covering everything you need to know to help manage your own mental health during the transition to divorce. Divorce can take a real toll on your mental health, so we’ve asked the experts for ways in which we can process, evolve, and nurture ourselves during this time.
What happens when a divorce lawyer gets divorced? We had the chance to talk to the wise and wonderful Nicole Sodoma, the “marriage loving divorce attorney,” and Managing Principal of Sodoma Law about her own divorce journey and fresh start in life.
On this episode of The Divorce Season from A Fresh Story, we’re covering everything you need to know in order to get divorced as a stay at home parent. We get a lot of questions from women who aren’t the primary earners, who work as the primary parent, and are seeking a divorce. How can you get divorced as a stay at home mom? We have all the answers.
On this episode of The Divorce Season from A Fresh Story, we’re covering everything you ever wanted to know concerning estate planning, real estate, investments, property, assets, money, and the divorce experience.
What happens when you decide to get divorced, and your husband is also your work-partner? What happens when you’re out on your own as a parent for the first time? We chatted with one of our favorite, most brilliant humans: screenwriter, showrunner, award-winning director, producer, and single mom extraordinaire, Dara Resnik.
On this episode, we’re covering everything you ever wanted to know concerning workplace wellness, your career, human resources, and the divorce experience.
On this episode, we’re covering everything you ever wanted to know concerning children and divorce: child custody arrangements, co-parenting tips, and how to support children through divorce.
On this episode, we’re covering everything you ever wanted to know about considering divorce. What should you consider when you’re considering divorce? Check out helpful advice from 5 divorce experts on what to consider when you’re contemplating divorce.
Produced by Fresh Starts Registry, the pioneer in the divorce industry and a comprehensive platform for everything needed to begin again, A Fresh Story Season 6 is your go-to resource for expert guidance and a supportive community. Join us as we navigate the complexities of divorce together and pave the way for a brighter, more empowered future.
Season 5
Women’s Voices
Ella Dawson is a New England-based author who is proud to drive stick-shift. Her debut novel, But How Are You, Really?, will be published by Dutton Books in May 2024. In her nonfiction work, she digs into stigmatized topics including domestic violence, trauma recovery, and sexuality.
We had the honor of talking to photographer and vanguard Becca Murray. Becca is a photographer and influencer who has found her calling helping people feel comfortable in their skin, exactly as they are. We had a fantastic convo with Becca about the power of photography in your fresh start journey, how she unraveled her past narratives to step into her confident self, and how she helps others feel empowered and embodied.
We had the honor of talking to three-time Emmy-winning media and public speaking trainer Kathryn Janicek. Kathryn helps leaders communicate more effectively with the media and any audience. We talked to Kathryn about her own fresh starts in her career, and how she is passionate about supporting people in finding their voice and learning communications.
Minna Dubin is the author of MOM RAGE: The Everyday Crisis of Modern Motherhood. Her writing has been featured in the New York Times, Oprah Daily, The Times Sunday Magazine, Salon, Lit Hub, Parents, and Romper. As a leading feminist voice on mom rage, Minna has appeared on MSNBC, Good Morning America, The Tamron Hall Show, the BBC and NPR.
Jane Kramer, hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, is an accomplished and soulful musician captivating audiences with her folk-infused melodies and heartfelt lyrics. With a voice that echoes both strength and vulnerability, Kramer has become a prominent figure in the vibrant Asheville music scene.
Rebecca Lee is a Los Angeles-based actor and filmmaker. She studied acting at Atlantic Acting School in New York City as well as the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in Los Angeles. Notable film and television credits include Crazy Ex-Girlfriend on the CW, and Comedy Central's Out of Office.
We had the honor of talking to Certified Professional Coach and CEO of Brunner Communications, Liz Brunner. We had an in-depth conversation about balancing the private and public persona, authenticity and vulnerability, her career pivots and fresh starts in life, and her passion for storytelling. We chat about being grateful for our community and supporters, and how she supports her clients in finding their voice these days.
We had the honor of talking to Nikki Pebbles, the founder of RYB Fitness. She's on a mission to inspire and empower people to unleash their full potential and live their boldest lives. With her Master’s in Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, she is an international award winning fitness instructor and has worked with some of the biggest wellness brands in the world.
We had the honor of talking to Amanda Montei, the author of Touched Out: Motherhood, Misogyny, Consent, & Control. We talked about the transition into motherhood, the #metoo movement and motherhood, the relationship between joy, sex and being a new mom, and her journey to sobriety in new motherhood.
We had the honor of talking to Cole Kazdin, author and journalist of the groundbreaking diet-culture book What’s Eating Us. Cole Kazdin is a writer, performer and four-time Emmy Award-winning television journalist. We chatted with Cole about her journey with eating disorders, why she decided to write What’s Eating Us, what she found in her journalistic journey of the book, and how it’s all…really about hope.
We had the honor of talking to Lindsay White, founder and CEO of The Little Milk Bar. The Little Milk Bar is a brand that empowers breastfeeding moms, giving them permission to feed their baby whenever and wherever you need to with or without a cover. Lindsay lives in Salt Lake, Utah with her 3 kids and husband.
We’re so excited about Season 5 of A Fresh Story: Women’s Voices Making Change! On this sister episode, we introduce Season 5 and what’s to come. We chat about our new Ambitious Woman: Female Founder Networking Group, and chat about our own journey in the world of Venture Capital. We discussed why we’re so excited to introduce the world to these 11 women making change in the world with their voice this season.
Season 4
Conversations on Pregnancy and Infant Loss
It’s no surprise that everything we do a Fresh Starts boils down to the concept of support. This is especially true when it comes to supporting our loved ones experiencing pregnancy and infant loss. As we talked to these amazing women and experts, we asked them: how can we support someone experiencing loss? What should we say? What shouldn’t we say? We have answers for you!
As we learned throughout producing this season, miscarriage is incredibly common, and yet we’re not talking about it. So, we’re going to talk about it. We talked to four women with vastly different miscarriage stories about their experience with pregnancy loss, and how it impacted the way they moved forward through life.
It’s no surprise that we’re all about searching out support from Experts when people are experiencing hard life moments, so we turned to the Experts to chat about miscarriage - and why we don’t talk about miscarriage. We asked all of the Experts we talked to the same two questions: how common is miscarriage, and if it is so common, why are we not talking about it more?
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. Laura Malcolm, the founder of Give InKind, shares the story of her daughter Layla, whom was stillborn on November 11, 2013.
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. Ashley Spivey shares the story of her son CJ, who was stillborn on November 26th, 2020. Thank you for sharing CJ with us, Ashley. We will remember him always.
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. Jena Graham is a college friend, a teacher, a mother and wife, and a loss mom. Her son Charlie was born January 2020 and died 3 days later. She shares her son Charlie’s story and life with us.
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. Nikki Dinki is a chef, author, mom, TV Host, and comedy writer. I was first introduced to Nikki when she was on Food Network Star. Her daughter Willa was been stillborn, on her due date, November 25th, 2013.
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. Rae Hoffman Jager is a poet and writer, yoga teacher, former doula, and currently, in nursing school. Rae’s son Fox was stillborn on Thanksgiving Day, 2021.
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. Anna Burgess Yang is a freelance content marketer and journalist in the suburbs of Chicago. Anna came back on A Fresh Story to share her raw, honest, and beautiful story of her daughters, Nelle Claudia Dej and Iris Madeline Hnub.
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. We talked to Alex Mooney about the loss of her son, Clark William Mooney in 2018 and how his death was the impetus for her major career change, and how she honors his legacy to support other loss families.
Season 3
Fresh Conversations
Ashley Mason is the founder of Dash of Social, a content marketing firm specializing in social media, marketing strategy, blogging, and email marketing.
Why are friendship breakups so heartbreaking and hard to untangle? We talked to our dear, wonderful, and witchy friend Maddie Eisenhart about her fresh starts in life, including getting married young, parenthood, career changes, and untangling herself from a co-dependent work relationship.
Kelley Higney is the founder and CEO of Bug Bite Thing, the leader in providing consumers with chemical-free first aid products, including its insect bite relief suction tool which is Amazon's #1 seller for insect bite relief with nearly 90,000 reviews and its tick remover tweezer tool approved for both people and pets that launched this summer.
Adam Marx is a networking & branding consultant, speaker, tech founder, startup advisor, journalist, & the founder of The Zero to One Networker.
As a licensed esthetician for more than twenty years, Jennifer Adell has fostered a unique practice that incorporates ancient energy medicine principles with state-of-the-art technology. She has a modern outlook that fuses tried and true techniques with the undeniable benefits of science.
We chatted with SiriusXM talk show host, entrepreneur, podcaster, and mom, Nicole Ryan. What happens when a fresh start is forced upon us in life? After surviving a car accident, Nicole had to rebuild her body, mind, and life, and start fresh with a grateful perspective on life.
Laura High is a New York actor and comedian. Laura has been featured on the New York Comedy Festival and won the 'Broadly Funny' Division at the 360 Stand Up Festival. Laura is a rising content creator. Laura has gone viral several times on TikTok and her following has grown exponentially in a short amount of time. Laura writes, produces, and edits all of her own work.
We had the chance to talk to podcaster and entrepreneur Matt LeBris. Matt is the founder of top 1% globally ranked podcast, Decoding Success, which has featured the likes of Mel Robbins, Grant Cardone, and many more.
We had the chance to talk to author L’Oreal Thompson Payton about why we need to stop waiting for perfect, and embrace our identity as we step out of our comfort zone and into our power. L’Oreal Thompson Payton is the author of Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power.
We had the immense pleasure of chatting with the fantastic Pop Culture and PR Expert Molly McPherson, a nationally recognized expert in crisis public relations in the age of social media. She is the author of the book, Indestructible: Reclaim Control and Respond with Confidence in a Media Crisis and is a well-known Pop Culture & PR expert on TikTok.
Matt Gilhooly is a creator - podcaster, communicator, and educator. He is the creator, producer, editor, and host of The Life Shift Podcast. Spurred by his own life-altering experiences, Matt helps others share the stories of pivotal moments in their lives that changed everything forever.
Jayne Henderson is the founder of EJ Henderson Guitars and Ukuleles, a renowned luthier known for crafting exquisite stringed instruments. Her meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to creating instruments that resonate with unparalleled sound have earned her a prominent place in the world of lutherie.
We had the best time talking to award-winning writer and community builder, Rachel Sobel. Rachel is authentic, raw, honest, and hilarious as she shares about her divorce experience, meeting her second (and final) husband, having daughters, building community, and how to support people going through a divorce.
We were honored to talk to Joe Mailander, of The Okee Dokee Brothers, about his fresh starts in life, including sobriety, their journey in music, and how they compose songs to address real life issues for little ears. We chatted about why music is so important for families, their goal to get families outside, and how we can have big conversations with our children starting from an early age.
We chatted with author, blogger, lifestyle expert, mom, and innovator, Jordan Reid, founder of Ramshackle Glam. We chat all things influencer world, what happens after you stop influencing, all of her fresh starts in life, a fresh start into parenthood, mental health, divorce and dating, and major (MAJOR) career fresh starts.
We chatted with marketing expert and mom Megan Miller about the experience of her young son being diagnosed with cancer, and their journey together, as well as her background in entertainment, opera, and experiential marketing.
Friend of the podcast, Rob Abney is back! And this time, to talk about relationships. We dive into what it means to be a partner in a relationship, how you know you’ve become a “we,” and what that means for our personal and shared identities.
Emily Clancy LoPorto is a highly accomplished marketing and real estate professional. We chatted with Emily about the journey she took out of her marriage, and the aftermath of the divorce. We were moved by her vulnerability and honesty in telling her story, and know that her honest account of her path to freedom will motivate, inspire, and guide many others.
Chelsea Long is a freelance writer and content manager by day and moonlights as a meditation teacher interested in helping people connect with healthy spirituality. She's currently writing her first memoir on finding her voice through the challenges of motherhood. She lives in San Diego with her husband and 3 children.
Season 2
Fresh Conversations
We chatted with podiatrist and foot surgeon, Dr. Brad, of the popular TLC show, My Feet Are Killing Me. We talked about his journey coming out, and what he learned along the way, as well as how the people he loved supported him - and learned to support him in the way he needed. It was an incredibly honest, funny, and interesting conversation about stepping into our truth, what it means to love ourselves, finding your career passion, and of course, corn chips!
We chatted with viral gymnastics sensation Nia Dennis about her journey in gymnastics, and how one single second changed the rest of her life - and led her to many new Fresh Starts. We discussed her viral moment at The Met Gala, her fresh start in college, and how she pivoted her whole career at a young age.
Alex is a plus-size model with Wilhelmina, and a body acceptance advocate and role model to fat guys all around the world. We had an amazing conversation with Alex, about everything from his career as a professional opera singer, his entrepreneur journey founding The Hot Fat Guy Club, childhood bullying, his foray into the big and tall modeling industry - and so much more.
Susannah Blinkoff is an accomplished singer-songwriter, screenwriter and actor. We chatted with Susannah about the power of singing and how transformative it can be to get your voice in the world. Plus, all of her career pivots in the entertainment industry, from acting to screenwriting, to music, to musicals, and always with the intention of community and uplifting people with the power of song.
Megan Bowen is a dancer, actor, entrepreneur, and content creator. We chatted with Megan about the power of movement and dance, her Fresh Start journey in New York City, and major career pivots during the pandemic. Ever the entrepreneur, Megan had to completely pivot her entire career in dance overnight and founded her company Dance from Home, a platform to take live and on-demand dance classes with Megan and move your body and soul.
Laura McKowen is the bestselling author of Push Off From Here: Nine Essential Truths to Get You Through Sobriety (and Everything Else), and the founder of The Luckiest Club. We chatted with Laura about her journey to sobriety, how even the darkest of Fresh Starts can lead to beautiful journeys, the foundation of The Luckiest Club during the early days of the pandemic, and of course, her gorgeous book Push Off From Here: Nine Essential Truths to Get You Through Sobriety (and Everything Else).
Erica Taylor has been a professional makeup artist and beauty expert for over 25 years working with top brands like MAC, Laura Mercier, Benefit Cosmetics, and more. We chatted with Erica about her winding career in the world of makeup and beauty - and why you just need to “do the work,” and lead with kindness.
Larry Sprung is the Founder and Wealth Advisor of Mitlin Financial, and an Award-Winning Wealth Advisor and Financial Literacy Advocate, the host of the Mitlin Money Mindset podcast, and most importantly a father, and husband. We chatted with Larry about how he became an entrpreuner, how his brother-in-law’s suicide propelled him to help others, fatherhood, marriage, and his beautiful perspective on the relationship between money and joy.
Emily Feret is a stay at home mom who loves to “normalize normal” on her social media platforms by talking about motherhood, body image, marriage and more with no filter! We chatted with Emily about her fresh start into motherhood, and her mission to help normalize normal lives so that no one feels alone, and why it’s so important to talk about the real, authentic, messy parts of parenthood and how it truly connects us all.
Zach Lupetin is the founding member of folk-rock band Dustbowl Revival. We chatted with Zach about the birth of his daughter, how his wife nearly died during delivery, and his fresh start into fatherhood during a traumatic event. It’s a beautiful conversation about parenthood, marriage, making brave decisions, and how the soundtrack of our lives is the heartbeat within all of our stories.
Zoe Fishman is the 2020 Georgia Author of the Year in the Literary Fiction category. She is the critically acclaimed author of six novels, the most recent of which is The Fun Widow's Book Tour, which was published in March of this year. We chatted with Zoe about her husband’s sudden passing, how her entire world changed overnight, and how writing helped her heal, grieve, and grow.
What was it like going to a Quaker high school on Long Island in the early aughts? In this March sister episode of A Fresh Story, Olivia and Jenny take you down memory lane of their high school experiences. We chat about everything from their love for Latin class, high school heartbreak, bullies, their fashion sense, how high school impacted the rest of their life, and lots of very odd and funny stories about attending a private school before social media existed!
Dana Bowling is a former award-winning casting director turned brand strategist and video coach. We chatted with Dana Bowling about her experience in the world of entertainment as a casting director, why she ultimately decided to make a career pivot while she was at the top of her game, how she met her husband and why it’s so important to see the potential in a person when you fall in love, and how our childhood passions are actually the key to our happiness as adults.
Andrew Scrivani is an award-winning photographer, director, and producer who has worked on editorial, publishing, advertising, content creation, and documentary, and feature film projects for the past 20 years. We chatted with Andrew about his major career pivot into photography and how it changed the course of his life, finding his way post-divorce, saying ‘yes’ to new adventures, and his passion for storytelling.
We chatted with Emily, the founder of The Lost Bookshop, about her many fresh starts in life - including supporting her partner through cancer, a diagnosis and experience of breast cancer as a young woman, figuring out her career, pregnancy loss, grieving a parent, and ultimately - following her dream and opening The Lost Bookshop - Delhi, New York’s independent bookstore.
Samantha Sineni is the founder and CEO of Formation Media. We chatted with Samantha about her decision to open her marriage up, her journey with intense sleep deprivation as a new mother and entrepreneur, and a fantastic conversation about how to bring art into your world even if you are struggling to keep your head above water. It’s an honest and vulnerable behind the scenes view of entrpreuner-life as a new parent, wife, and creator.
Beth Booker is the founder and CEO of Gracie PR, a boutique lifestyle public relations company in Naples, FL. We chatted with Beth about accidentally coming out as queer during the pandemic, why representation matters, how she navigates her fresh starts in life with confidence, and why it’s so important to show up for ourselves.
Chaz Thomas is a self-taught artist and maker currently living in New Jersey. His work focuses on translating ideas or words into abstract paintings that focus on color, shape, and direction. Chaz’s art is shown at galleries along the East Coast and appreciated by celebrities and art collectors. We chatted with Chaz about growing up as a Black student in a predominantly white school, his love of reading, how he weaves art and nostalgia together, his journey as a professional athlete, parenthood, and how he’s stayed true to himself through his life.
We chatted with author, and award-winning actress, writer, and director, Gabrielle Stone, about how she took a massive heartbreak and turned it into a best-selling book, podcast, and movement. We talked about the transformation after divorce, traveling alone through the world, her journey writing her books, and how she healed herself through creativity, wisdom, and empowering others. It’s a gorgeous, honest, and vulnerable conversation about turning heartbreak into humor, and everything in between.
Season 1
Fresh Conversations
We chatted with Rob, a marketing executive, about growing up between two worlds, what it was like being a Black student at a predominately white school, how he found his way into marketing, parenting daughters, marriage, and how he ultimately found himself through all of the fresh starts in his life. It’s a powerful episode about race, masculinity, parenthood, and writing your own story in life.
Laura is a Certified Life Coach, Licensed Educator, Content creator and Certified Fair Play Facilitator. We chatted with Laura, also known as That Darn Chat, about her journey from education to coaching and facilitating Fair Play, as well as how she entered into the world of Eve Rodsky’s Fair Play. We also talked about what intentional or weaponized incompetence is, how it impacts families, women, and marriages, and her journey on TikTok to help people live their best lives.
Anna Burgess Yang is a freelance writer, a workflow consultant, and a self-proclaimed productivity geek. We chatted with Anna about her major career pivots, leaning into what brings her joy with her work and personal life, the importance of knowing the story of where we came from, parenting during the pandemic, and how we can make brave career decisions to bring us more joy in life.
You know Laurel as the middle aged, mid sized mom from the midwest, as she is a TikTok icon inspiring mid-sized fashion lovers every day. We chatted with Laurel about how her breast reduction changed her entire life, her personal style journey, body image as we age, and how her background in art therapy and a support profession helped her grow a loyal and kind community of supporters on TikTok.
Daniel is a 15 year veteran of the music industry where he toured the country as a singer songwriter of the band Bedlight for Blue Eyes. Currently Daniel is a mental health counselor in Massachusetts working to decrease stigma surrounding mental health.
Is there an art to female friendships? We were thrilled to talk to Danielle Bayard Jackson, a female friendship coach and educator who speaks nationally on the subject of friendship as a wellness imperative. Her coaching business, Friend Forward, is dedicated to teaching women how to create and maintain better female friendships.
We chatted with our very own therapist, Dr. Christine Borst, about living in alignment with your higher self, divorce at a young age, finding and meeting her soul-mate, major career pivots and identity crises, and the role of spirituality and manifestation in our lives.
On this episode of A Fresh Story, we chatted with entrepreneur, former professional poker player, podcaster, and founder of WTF Divorce, Rob Roseman.
On this episode of A Fresh Story, we chatted with talent broker and triathlete Susan Gold about how we can transform our traumatic experiences into growth lessons, and her personal story of finding her way back to herself after a long and winding road in the entertainment industry and divorcing a narcissist.
It's that weird week between Christmas and New Year's, so we're saying hello with a re-introduction about us! We're interviewing each other on this episode, which is full of fun facts, laughter, and whole lot of goofy stories.
On this episode of A Fresh Story, we chatted with entrepreneur and reality TV star Kate Sisk. We discussed everything from healing after narcissistic abuse to busting through beauty standards, and the impact of late in life ADHD diagnoses.
On this episode of A Fresh Story, we chatted with writer and activist Katie Crenshaw about how her brave decisions have ultimately helped her untame her soul and find herself. We chat about everything from the impact of Glennon Doyle’s Untamed on her life, amicable divorce, co-parenting, the influencer world, stepping into your truth, and how to stay strong during big life changes.
On this episode of A Fresh Story, we chatted with medical esthetician and skin care influencer Cassandra Bankson. We discussed everything from the impact of childhood bullying on your adult life, her modeling career, her journey to heal her skin, and the importance of finding your authentic community.
What's it like growing up with divorced parents and divorced grandparents? Growing up, Olivia and Jenny went to a minimum of four family meals each Thanksgiving day - and boy, were they full!
Emmy Award Winner Danny Quin is today's guest as we chat about his Fresh Start in his career and family life. What happens when you get everything you've ever wanted career wise, but at the expense of your mental health?
Today we're chatting with Fresh Starts Registry COO and co-founder Genevieve (Jenny) Dreizen. Jenny chats all about calling off her engagement, how she is in the constant pursuit of joy, and how she ultimately found love once again.
Fresh Starts Registry co-founder Olivia Howell is today's guest and chatting about how she navigated the end of her marriage and divorce, and where the idea for Fresh Starts Registry initially came from.
