30 Something with Sonni Abatta

If you're anything like me you may have wondered, what's it like to pick up and move across the world--in this case, to Italy?This week I'm sitting down with PR founder and American living in Italy, Caroline Chirichella.We talk about what it's like moving to Italy and starting a family; the difference between lifestyle, food, and fashion; raising kids in Italy; and more.

What happens right before you die, and right after?This week, bestselling author, hospice nurse, and social media educator Julie McFadden, also known as Nurse Julie, is here to help us talk about the one topic people hate discussing--death.She's helped people pass over to the "other side" for years, and has some suprising insights on both the body and spirit, and how we can begin to look at death with less fear.Check out Nurse Julie's NY Times bestselling book, The Nothing to Fear Journal, here.Follow her on TikTok here, and Instagram here.

This week I'm sitting down to talk with Jasmin Stephens, the founder of LymphWoRx, a lymphatic therapy boutique in Winter Park, FL.Lymphatic therapy has long been used to help people recover from surgeries and in a clinical setting, but regularly treating the lymph can also help maintain overall health.In this episode we talk:+ The major lymph centers of the body+ How lymph treatments help+ Can pregnant women get lymphatic therapy?+ How often to go to see results+ The tightening effect of lymphatic treatments+ How to dry brush at home to stimulate the lymph system...and more.Connect with Jasmin here!More about Jasmin:LymphWoRx was founded by Jasmin S. An Occupational Therapist who specializes in the Lymphatic system. Jasmin graduated with her Masters of Occupational Therapy from Florida A&M University and received her Complete Decongestive Therapy certification (CLT) from Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy.  Jasmin is also certified in the Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage Technique.As a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, she is highly trained in the assessment and treatment of the lymphatic system through CDT which includes Manual Lymphatic Drainage, multi layer compression/bandaging garment fitting/selections and skin assessments. With the passion to merge aesthetics and medical LymphWoRx was created with EVERY woman in mind. 

***Get 20% OFF Delavie Sciences products (bundles not included) with code SONNI20.*** My favorite serum is here!In this episode I'm talking with the founder of Delavie Sciences and Aeonia Skincare, Dr. Kyle Landry.Dr. Landry worked in everything from biodefense to food safety and ended up working with NASA, where he and his team came across a bacteria that survived the trip from outer space back to Earth--and better yet, showed UV radiation-protective properties.Delavie Sciences and Aeonia Skincare was born, and their products now feature this ingredient, bacillus lysate, which the company says has UV-protective properties that can boost the health of skin.In this episode we talk about the science behind the products; why we should be using SPF-complementing products; his thoughts on the best wellness trends; career pivots and more.

This week I'm hosting the founders of Moonbow Skin, a new skincare line based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.Founders (and twin sisters!) Dr. Felice and Heather Chan are here to talk about whole body and skin health; what yin/yang energy really is; and why TCM is set to take over the beauty and wellness world.Check out my Instagram page for a giveaway of the Moonbow line!

Ever feel like you just can't connect with the people in your life because they just don't get where you're coming from?While no one is asking you to change your mind, today my guest and I are asking, Can you break your own biases?How can you do that? Well, Anu Gupta says that since bias can be learned; so therefore it can also be un-learned.In this episode we'll guide you through finding common ground and how you can keep the peace--both external and internal--during turbulent times.Check out Anu's book, Breaking Bias, here.

Amazing nights can begin with one word: "Cheers!" But... so can awful ones. Ever entertain the idea of going sober, even if you don't have a drinking problem? Published author and holistic life coach Amanda Kuda is here to answer the question, What could life look like without alcohol? Check out her book Unbottled Potential, here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Struggling what to buy the man in your life this holiday? Andrew is here to save the day. Known in our circles as the best gift giver, he's sharing his picks on what to get the guys in your life. Stocking stuffers, main gifts, and "stretch" gifts included! Shop his picks on LTK HERE... ...or click HERE to shop outside of LTK. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Feeling all sorts of feelings after the election? This week's guest is here to help! Amanda Baudier is a Holistic Executive Coach, Startup Advisor, and Spiritual Mentor to high-performing individuals. She is the founder of “Full Plate Full Cup” – a boutique coaching & advisory firm that supports founders and early-stage companies to carve a human-first path to success.  This week we are running through all the things you can do to feel positive after the election--no matter who you voted for. We talk: + Having conversations with loved ones who you disagree with politically + How she burned out after the 2016 and what that taught her + Mixed political party relationships ...and more! More on Amanda: A graduate of Columbia University, Amanda spent 20 years as an Executive, leading teams at Tao Group, Sakara Life, and Melissa Wood Health before diving into entrepreneurship. Her own experience with extreme burnout in 2013 fueled her passion for holistic wellness and led her to attain certifications in Yoga, Meditation, Shamanism, Holistic Nutrition, MBSR, Reiki, and Somatic Experiencing. After 21 years in NYC, Amanda now lives on 20 acres in the Shawangunk mountains with her husband and 2 children.  For Amanda's tips on how to regulate your nervous system in any situation, click here. To join her newsletter community, click here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week I'm talking with the founder of Kypris Beauty, Chase Polan, about achieving hydrated, glowing skin.. and so much more. From the restorative ethos behind Kypris to what it means to live in the "holographic consciousness," this is a conversation all about the things that make us look, and feel, beautiful. Check out a product demo of their amazing, mineral SPF “Pot of Shade,” here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

***Scroll down for discount on Risa's 14-Day Detox!*** Chances are, you or someone you know has an issue with their thyroid. This week's guest is here to talk about how to support thyroid health and even turn it around through diet. Risa Groux is a Functional Nutritionist and Certified Autoimmune Coach in private practice in Newport Beach, California, and today she is talking with me about: + How do we know if we have a thyroid issue? + Why is autoimmune disease so common? + Difference between autoimmune and inflammation? + What tests to ask for + Specific supplements that can help thyroid and hormone balance Get 10% off the Risa Groux Nutrition 14 Day Detox with code WGT10! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week's guest has been called "the Carrie Bradshaw" of beauty because she truly has seen and tried it all. Featured in Coveteur, ELLE, Town & Country, New Beauty Magazine, and the TODAY show, Natasha V. Glasgow is known for her clean beauty expertise and more. As the founder and CEO of NVG Beauty & Wellness, Natasha helps people not only curate their beauty shelves, but also navigate all the new beauty trends with ease to see which ones are deserving of space on your countertop. As the mom of a tween, Natasha is also on a mission to make sure young beauty consumers are using products and ingredients that are good for their skin. We talk: + Her truly revolutionary products + Building a skincare routine that actually works + Her top 5 luxury and budget beauty picks + Helping tweens pick the best skincare Shop all her picks HERE! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

In this solo episode I talk about our recent move; why karma is real; the worst joke I've ever made; and the craziness that is this President election. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Why are you unhappy in your relationship? What happened to the partner you married? Why do you feel disconnected? And most of all, should you stay or should you go? Relationships all go through seasons, and this week Colette, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and relationship expert, is here to explain how to survive them all. We talk: + The seasons of a relationship + How to stay connected after having kids + What to do after your kids move out + Using attachment language to remind your partner of how important they are to you + How to argue ...and more! Follow Colette on Instagram ⁠here⁠, check out her website ⁠here⁠, and stay tuned for her soon-to-published book with Penguin-Randomhouse next year! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week I'm welcoming onto the podcast a friend of mine who I can always count on to be kind and hear me out, even though on paper we don't agree on much. And that's exactly why I have her on the show today. I always talk about "breaking the echo chamber," and this is one exercise I always do--engage with people I don't always agree with. In this episode Lauren and I get candid and real about the things we agree and disagree about; talk about how we find ways to engage with others; and the lessons you can learn when you look at your political "opposites" as humans. Follow Lauren on Instagram here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

A solo episode where we talk about the insanity of hurricane preps while packing up an entire household; storm conspiracy theories; that time I was asked to put on a bikini to get a job; and the Alex Cooper/Harris interview. Follow me on Instagram here and check out all the details for the Ultimate Girls' Trip to Italy here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

In this bonus episode we're daydreaming about Puglia--specifically about its native wines--with sommelier and wine enthusiast, Alison Morris Roslyn of Francey Not Fancy. Alison tells us all about two wines native to the Puglia region--Primitivo and Negroamaro--and we talk about what you'll experience when we do our wine tasting and vineyard tour in Salento. Francey Not Fancy is an approachable wine consultancy that helps you with everything wine--from what to pair with your fancy dinner, to what to send to a boss for the holidays, to helping you remake your whole wine cellar. Find her on Instagram here and online here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week it's all about weight and health management with guest Joel Greene, a gut health protocol teacher and one of the first “biohackers.” Joel is the author of The Way: The Immunity Code Diet, which is all about how to maximize your health based on natural eating cycles. Joel says true health isn't how you look; it's actually based around four important factors–optimal insulin function; optimal cardiovascular function; optimal immune and optimal gut functions. Specifically, we talks about how 48-hour cycles of eating and fasting can mimic nature's intended eating plans… and in turn boost weight loss. We talk: Foods that naturally stimulate GLP-1 How the 48-hour fasting/feasting cycle can kick start weight loss Why you can reset your gut in week Why tracking your VO2 max can help you age better over time How cardiovascular health is tied to your ability to lose weight Eating to promote good gut health --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Ciao e benvenuti! This week I'm giving you all the details on the Ultimate Girls' Trip to Italy that's set to happen April 3-9, 2025, and I want YOU there! In this episode I'm running you through the itinerary and talking with our travel agent, Sarah Sirzyk, about exactly what we'll be doing in Puglia, from the amazing food experiences to driving vintage Fiats; to private shopping experiences; a day at the sea; a private vineyard wine tasting; a tour of the olive groves and more, SO much more. Get all the details on the trip ⁠here⁠! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Ciao e benvenuti! This week I'm giving you all the details on the Ultimate Girls' Trip to Italy that's set to happen April 3-9, 2025, and I want YOU there! In this episode I'm running you through the itinerary and talking with our travel agent, Sarah Sirzyk, about exactly what we'll be doing in Puglia, from the amazing food experiences to driving vintage Fiats; to private shopping experiences; a day at the sea; a private vineyard wine tasting; a tour of the olive groves and more, SO much more. Get all the details on the trip here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

The kids are back to school, and so are you! Celebrate the start of the new year--and the freedom that comes along with it--with the hilarious hosts of the podcast Momtourage. Keri and Ashley sit down with me to talk about everything from dealing with parents you don't like; to getting your mojo back professionally after having kids; to their celebrity interactions and what they think of THAT Blake Lively interview; to shi**ing their pants... well, one of them. It's always a ton of laughs when I talk with these ladies, and it's no different this time! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Welcome to Season 5 of We Gotta Talk! This week we are wading the superficial waters with a discussion on aging, and what is aging "gracefully," anyway? Joining me is board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michelle Koo, who is talking all about why women are saying no thanks to face filler more these days; what We talk: + Are we nearing the end of the “filler era?” + Her best tips to have good skin over time and go-to in-office treatments + Why people are having their breast implants removed, and what to ask for  + What she's seeing in the faces of people taking Ozempic …and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

HEY GIRL HEY!! In this WGT Classics episode, popular podcaster and radio host Taylor Strecker sits down with me after I shout at her across a plane, and we talk all about what it's like to come out later in life; rebounding after getting fired from Sirius Radio; and how she got a job literally by just talking in a bar. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

In this WGT Classics re-release, we hear from an American Palestinian about what's happening with Israel and Palestine. Episodes have not been fact-checked, but are rather a "human" take on what is happening in the Middle East. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

In this WGT Classics re-release, we hear from an American Jew about what's happening with Israel and Palestine. Episodes have not been fact-checked, but are rather a "human" take on what is happening in the Middle East. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

In this WGT Classics episode, psychic Malaurie Hotier (@MalauriePsychic) tells us why there is no such thing as a "new soul;" how souls can exist on other planets; how to help an earthbound spirit; what happens when we pass; and more. She is not a crystal ball, but can enter into a conversation with her clients' spirit guides and ancestors and see what they have to say. The answer might not always be what her clients want to hear but it is always grounded in love and with the client's greater good in mind. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

***Get 20% off your Dr. Rogers Skincare products HERE with code WEGOTTATALK.*** It's easy to overdo it with skincare, but as this week's guest explains, your skin doesn't need a ton of products every day. Dr. Heather Rogers, MD, is a double-board certified dermatologist based in Seattle, with two decades of experience in practice, and is the founder of Modern Dermatology. Today she's here to share with us the secrets to keeping your skin supple this summer. We talk: + How many products you actually need in your routine + The ingredients to NOT overuse + The evolution of skin cleansers and why your cleanser might be stripping your skin + Actual standout products + Finding the Best Vitamin C serums + How to rebuild your skin barrier Like fresh meals delivered right to your door? Use code WEGOTTATALK at ⁠Go Methodology⁠ or click ⁠THIS LINK⁠ to get 10% off your first order of Methodology--whole, organic foods in ready-to-eat packaging that nourish your gut and feed your health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Ever feel like your workouts just aren't working anymore? Or that you're a monster in the week leading up to your period? Hormones control EVERYTHING. And this week I have a WGT Classics episode featuring a guest who knows all about how to balance your hormones so you can feel and look like your best self. Alisa Vitti is an integrative nutritionist, hormone expert and author of the best-selling books Woman Code and In the Flo, and she's here to tell us how to balance our hormones for our best possible lives. This will revolutionize how you work out, lose weight, and feel! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This summer we're revisiting some WGT Classics--episodes you loved so much, they deserve another listen. This week we're putting the spotlight back on Clearstem co-founder, Kayleigh Christina, who's walking us through all things hormones, acne and skin. We talk: + What can happen to your body when you get off hormonal birth control + What causes acne in different periods of our lives + The ingredients lurking in your "natural" skin care products that could be clogging your pores + Hormones' impact on acne and skin health + How getting off birth control can impact your health + What panels and tests to ask your doctor for to get an idea of your overall health + Her optimized AM and PM skincare routines + Which products need to soak in for 10-15 minutes before applying the next step + The link between whole-body health and skin health Find all products mentioned in the episode here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

She's thrown parties for the Pope, Beyonce, and world leaders from dozens of countries, so who better to ask for good party tips than the former White House social secretary?! This week I'm joined on the pod by Deesha Dyer, who worked with President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama on throwing ragers for some of the most important people on earth. Not only do we talk about amazing party planning, but we also talk about how she went from a 31-year-old community college student to a staffer at the White House; the lessons she's learned about perseverance and staying true to yourself; the crazy party stories from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue; and of course her tips to throw a party that even a President would love. Check out Deesha's new book, Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble, on Amazon here and on Bookshop here. Support BeGirl.World here--a group that supports travel abroad for black young women. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Dr. Cyril Wecht, famed pathologist known for his work on cases including Casey Anthony; Scott Peterson; the Menendez brothers; Chandra Levy and most famously, his review of the Warren Commission report on the JFK assassination, has died at the age of 93. In honor of a career that spanned decades and impacted thousands of people, I'm re-releasing my interview with him that I did after the release of his latest book, The JFK Assassination Dissected. I had the opportunity to interview him multiple times over the course of my career, and was honored to reconnect with him after the release of this book. If you're into "alternate theories" on what may have really happened with the JFK assassination, this episode is for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

As any woman knows, there's an art to establishing and maintaining our friendships.  Why she chose to focus her work and research on female friendships The metrics used to measure female friendship “The three affinities"--the ways women find each other and stay together The things that bring us together, and the things that tear us apart How to know if a friendship has run its course “Girl rules” Big break points for female friendships--college, weddings, babies The "Mean Girls" theory Advice on how to maintain friendships Check out Danielle on IG here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

I'm a huge fan of this week's guest and chances are, so are you. Deuxmoi entered the celebrity journalism and gossip space officially around 2020, and since then her Instagram account has grown to over 2 million followers who can't wait to see the latest tips and sightings she regularly reports. I ask Deux how she got started; why she's chosen to remain anonymous and how that's impacted her life and reporting; the dustup she had with Taylor Swift's PR team; the latest celebrity headlines and more. Listen to Deux's podcast Deux U here, and read her novel ANON PLS. before it gets turned into a TV series, here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

The real talk on preventive testing continues this week with triple-board certified neurologist and integrative medicine practitioner Dr. Romie Mushtaq. She was the first person I called when I got my Prenuvo scan back, and told me some info that anyone doing preventive testing should know. We cover: + The benefits and drawbacks of preventive testing + The tests to ask for if you want to know about your brain health + "Unidentified bright objects" on the brain + How to maximize brain health ...and more! Check out Dr. Romie's book, The Busy Brain Cure, HERE! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

What's it like to be Jewish in America right now? This week's guest, Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld, is here to talk about that and so much more. We discuss why it is all of our work right now to build bridges, look for the commonalities, and seek God in the everyday, no matter how--or to whom--you pray. It's a conversation that not only highlights the reality of what Jews in America are facing right now, but also offers a glimmer of hope that there is a brighter world ahead. Topics covered: + Finding peace in our turbulent world + Talking to kids about God + Holding onto faith, even through hard times + Having civil conversations with philosophical opponents + Viewing our ideological opponents as humans + Protecting your energy through collective trauma Find Rabbi Cantor Judy online here, and on Instagram here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week I'm hosting Elise Tabin, former Executive Beauty Editor at New Beauty Magazine and the founder of Twiish Skin, the line for tweens and teenagers who want to get in the skincare game, but don't want to be stealing their mom's products. (Because let's be honest, those products aren't for their skin anyway!) Elise and I run through: + The exact products your tween or teen should be using + The ingredients they need, and the ones they need to avoid + Why she chose colloidal silver to feature in Twiish + Red light therapy + Procedures for the moms like buccal fat removal, lip lift, and other procedures ...and more! Shop the exact products Elise recommends for tween and teen skin HERE. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Iran recently launched what it says was a retaliatory strike against Israel, sending hundreds of missiles into Israel. But will Israel retaliate, and what would it look like if it did? Christopher Hinn, former Senior Middle East advisor for the Department of Homeland Security and CEO and Managing Director of C-7 International is here to weigh in on that issue and more. We cover what he thinks cold happen next; what's happening in the Middle East; and his thoughts on how the U.S. should respond. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week on the podcast you're coming home with me to McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania. An Italian-American enclave about ten miles west of Pittsburgh, it's the home of the once-famous Primadonna restaurant, which serves as the backdrop of the story you'll hear this week from "On the Rocks" author Maria Palmer--daughter of the restaurant's owner, Joe Costanzo. "On the Rocks" chronicles Joe's rise to success in the 1990s as not only the owner of the Primadonna, but also a radio host, columnist, and aspiring politician, to his sharp fall in the early 2000s, ending in a stint in federal prison. Maria walks us through what it's like to watch as everything her father has built comes crumbling down, and what it's like to recover from it. Come with us on a conversation that dives into hard work, loyalty, betrayal, and a whole lot of Italian food. Get your copy of On the Rocks HERE. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

In this solo episode I'm running you through my experience with the Prenuvo full-body scan. I'm breaking down everything you need to know to prepare; what it's like; what you'll need to do; and answering the big question: Should you even do the Prenuvo scan? ***If you want a chance to win a $200 off card for your scan, sign up for the WGT newsletter here and keep an eye on your inbox!*** The full blog post with details on the scan is here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

In this solo episode, we're taking a break from the deep dives to just catch up. We talk about how--and if--the world did Princess Kate wrong with the endless speculation on her whereabouts; the latest on our Disney cruise; a tale of getting scammed online, and more! Disney Wish thoughts and tips blog post here, and episodes mentioned are below. ⁠Should America Mind It's Own Business?⁠ ⁠Plastic Surgery 101 with Dr. Carolyn Chang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

If you've ever wondered if plastic surgery is right for you, this is your episode! Your social media feed isn't lying... Plastic surgery is on the uptick in a big way. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that from 2019 to 2022, plastic surgeries on all parts of the body have increased by 19%. This week's guest is Dr. Carolyn Chang, one of San Francisco's leading aesthetic plastic surgeons and Vice Chair of Plastic Surgery at California Pacific Medical Center, and we are walking through all types of procedures from head to toe. We cover specifics on: + The lip lift + Fat grafting + Buccal fat removal + Jaw fillers + Blepharoplasty + Deep-plane facelifts + Breast augmentation ...and more. This episode is designed to help you decide if plastic surgery is right for you, what results to expect and more! Find Dr. Chang online here, and check out the WGT blog with more posts on beauty, wellness and news here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Let's be honest: It's easy to turtle away in when you live in America--ignore the real problems that are happening in the rest of the world. That's why it's even more important to stay informed. Today we're going in hard on a big political topic that's top of mind these days, as war rages in the Middle East and we hit the two-year mark in the Russia/Ukraine conflict: Should America just mind its own business when it comes to foreign conflict? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

***USE CODE SONNI20 for your first purchase on Exponent Beauty before June 1, 2024!*** Here is the Vitamin C serum that I'm using that's made my skin crazy bright. When you slather on that Vitamin C serum that you paid $100 for, when was it mixed? How long will it last? And how do you know you're using the right amount on your skin? Liz Whitman is the founder of Exponent Beauty, a company that makes skincare products that pretty much eliminate the need to worry about any of the above. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Caroline D'Amore posted about what happened on October 7th. She never could have guessed what happened next. Caroline, owner of Pizza Girl and girl about (LA) town, decided one day to post about her Jewish friends struggling after the October 7th attacks. The Reel was viewed 6 million times in one day, and that's when her chapter with what I call "accidental activism" kicked off. Since then, she's been to Israel and met hostages' families, and she explains in this episode why she has a heart for both Israeli and Palestinians on this contentious issue. She also talks about how people can continue to show up to ask questions and learn more about it. Episodes referenced in intro: What a Palestinian-American Wants You to Know About What's Happening in the Middle East What an American Jew Wants You to Know About What's Happening in the Middle East Connect with Caroline on Instagram here Check out Pizza Girl here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Making the internet a nicer place is a tall order, but this week's guest is up for the task. Sam Abrahart is a mental health advocate and the founder of The Mayfair Group. As someone who recognized the hypocrisy of the “perfection” that's often peddled on social media, she wanted to change the narrative. When she started posting real and raw updates on her own life and mental health on social media, and let go of the need to show up in a certain way, people began flocking to her page and her posts. Recognizing that there was a hunger for content centered around honest mental health conversations, Sam grew her social media presence and then decided it was time to launch an apparel brand with a mission. The Mayfair Group makes gear that's gone viral again and again. You might recognize their famous “Empathy” sweatshirt that's been seen all on everyone from celebrities to normies. And now The Mayfair Group is launching a new initiative--sponsoring free virtual therapist-led group sessions for their community. These Mayfair Mental Health sessions will be focused on a specific topic and hosted by a trained therapist from partners at MyWellbeing as well as Mayfair's in house Mental Health professionals. Click HERE for details on how to sign up; the next session starts in March! + How much to share on social media and how to set boundaries around it + Living with depression and what her symptoms looked like + The self-care practices that work for her + The initiative The Mayfair Group is launching to give more people access to mental health assistance + How Mayfair was able to pivot so quickly into selling physical goods --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week I break down the Super Bowl celeb appearances, halftime show and commercials with podcast host and radio star, Sarah Fraser, host of The Sarah Fraser Show. We cover all the big game gossip, Sarah's hot take on Ozempic, and her journey with IVF. Follow Sarah on IG here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week's guest is an actress who you may recognize from her runs on huge shows like The Big Bang Theory, American Horror Story, Batwoman, Two and a Half Men, and more. She's also the host of the EmotionAL Support podcast, which aims to address mental health stigma. Today I'm talking with Alessandra Torresani about growing up with bipolar and what it looked like as a kid; how she managed it unmedicated during her pregnancy; and why she's committed to opening up conversations about mental health on her own podcast. We also talk: + Her “aha” moment with motherhood + The benefit of hypnotherapy and inner child work + The healing modalities that have worked for her to help with mental health + What it was like going through pregnancy with bipolar + Growing up acting + What Britney Spears taught her about how we view mental health ...and more! Check out Alessandra's podcast here, and follow her on Instagram here. Check out the WGT blog here, and follow me on IG here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

You may know her name from her now ex-husband, Erik Spoelstra, who's head coach of the Miami Heat, but Nikki Spoelstra is out to make a name for herself through her talent, authenticity, and pure grit. In this conversation we get real about Nikki's recent divorce; why she got sober; how she survived childhood abuse; getting through her young child's cancer diagnosis... and why none of the above has dimmed her light or spirit. I absolutely loved talking with Nikki, who's also the host of her own podcast, The Know. Buckle up for the very realest of Real Talk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Ever feel like the more you try to fix something, the worse it gets? This week's guest is here to tell us how the energy of "fixing it" can end up working against you. ⁠Alyse Bacine⁠ is a spiritual mentor and breathwork practitioner who has her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and helps people manifest their desires into realities. She's also a believer that most people aren't manifesting the right way. This is a deep dive conversation where we help you get out of your own way, and start living in the divine unfolding that will bring abundance to you. We talk: + Why you should stop trying to fix everything + What it means to lean into divine unfolding + How to get past betrayal + Breaking our trauma response + Finding the higher perspective on a situation + Modalities for hearing ancestral trauma + Going beyond just “trusting the universe” to living from a place of knowing + Living “as if” + How to figure out who you really want to be + What it means to know "it's inevitable” Check out Alyse's website ⁠here⁠, and follow her on Instagram ⁠here⁠. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

This week I'm welcoming Jennifer Sontag, owner of Italian Citizenship Concierge, to talk all about what it's like to pick up and move across the world, to Italy. Jennifer was an image consultant who worked with clients including Michelle Obama, then moved to teach at an international high school in Shanghai, and when she came back to the US finally, she decided she had one more move in her--to Italy. In this episode we cover: + The cultural differences between Italy and America + What it's like to live in Sicily + All her recommendations if you're visiting Sicily + How to start the application process for citizenship and what documents you'll need + The websites you should start with when researching family documents + The cost of applying for citizenship + The work-life balance in Italy versus the United States --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support

Ever feel like the more you try to fix something, the worse it gets? This week's guest is here to tell us how the energy of "fixing it" can end up working against you. Alyse Bacine is a spiritual mentor and breathwork practitioner who has her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and helps people manifest their desires into realities. She's also a believer that most people aren't manifesting in the right way. This is a deep dive conversation where we help you get out of your own way, and start living in the divine unfolding that will bring abundance to you. We talk:  + Why you should stop trying to fix everything + What it means to lean into divine unfolding + How to get past betrayal + Breaking our trauma response + Finding the higher perspective on a situation + Modalities for hearing ancestral trauma + Going beyond just “trusting the universe” to living from a place of knowing + Living “as if” + How to figure out who you really want to be + What it means to know "it's inevitable” Check out Alyse's website here, and follow her on Instagram here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support