Before Saturn's Return

Season One of Before Saturn's Return has been epic so the only way to end it is with a bang - cue Serena Fucking Kerrigan - & yes that's legally her middle name.SFK is a powerhouse and known as the Queen of Confidence. Serena who previously worked at Refinery 29 as a video producer, decided to quit her job and focus solely on building her brand and continuing to become the bad ass she is today. During the pandemic, Serena decided to start a live online dating show on instagram called Let's Fucking Date and went viral for her charismatic personality and take-no-shit attitude. She currently runs Let's Fucking Date - her platform where she inspires women to be their best selves and feel confident in dating, and has also created a product line (including an epic card game) to assist whenever you might need a little help. SFK was a dream guest and I'm so honored to have her help close out season one. This episode is filled with motivation and inspiration to chase your dreams and do whatever the F you want in life. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________Join the FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beforesaturnsreturnFollow on instagram:@beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from SFK:IG: @serenakerriganIG: @letsfuckingdate 

This week's episode is short and sweet but filled with exciting updates...I've decided to break the podcast into seasons and next week will be the season finale of season 1! We've officially hit 20 episodes in season one with each one more special than the last. We've heard from incredible guests and taken all kinds of journeys together which have made this first season one to remember. But just because there will be a little break in new episodes, doesn't mean we won't be still hanging out. I've met so many amazing people along this journey, whether it be guests or listeners, and I feel selfish keeping you all to myself so I've decided to launch an online community! I've created a facebook group where we can all meet, chat, and exchange stories about our own wake up calls from the universe!Make sure to join the community and follow along on instagram so we can stay connected and continue to grow the amazing community we've built in season one! And don't forget to tune in next week for the season finale because it's going to be an incredible episode!Thank you all for all the support so far - it has meant the world to me! I can't wait to see where we all take this community next! XOXORoberta __________________________________________________________ Join the FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beforesaturnsreturnFollow on instagram:@beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________

Lauren Power of Lauren Power Wine & Tre Amici Wine joins us to discuss how she joined her family business and found her passion for wine after facing her struggles with mental health. Originally, Lauren had no interest in ever working her family's business of importing wine. However, life would show her differently. After hitting rock bottom and being forced to face her demons by going into treatment for her mental health, Lauren needed a job and started working for her parents a couple days a week.  Fast forward to today, Lauren has a platform where she combines her love of wine and passion for wine education with honest and raw conversations about mental health and how she proudly got to where she is today. This episode is one of my favorites and the conversation was very open and inspiring. Lauren tells us about how finding her passion for wine and the cultures she was able to learn from, saved her. Of course, we had some fun as well and talked about my favorite topic - wine! She gives tips to newbies on what wines to start with and try and also what some of her favorite memories she's made so far working in the industry. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Lauren:IG: @laurenpower_wine

Roomy Candles co-founders, Doug Bicknese and Guido Cuomo join us this week to discuss how a random “pandemic project” launched them into creating the small business they are both very passionate about today. While spending a good portion of the last year inside, Doug and Guido decided that instead of ordering candles from big retailers and other vendors, they would start making them in the house as something to keep busy. Little did they know, it would lead to starting a business that today has a full product line of candles and in home fragrances. Doug & Guido have full time careers in finance, are engaged to be married, and simultaneously running Roomy Candles out of their home. The story of how this has evolved to more than a project and how they have gotten so far so quickly is quite inspiring.  This episode serves as proof that sometimes you don't even realize the impact of what you're creating until you just take a chance and go for it.Roomy Candles is an LGBTQIA+ owned small business and focuses on creating clean, non-toxic in home fragrances that are hand poured in their home while creating diversity in the industry and giving back to various charities. Their favorite motto? “Made with love by two men in love” and you can feel it in every product your purchase.Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Roomy Candles:IG: @roomycandlesWebsite: www.roomycandles.com

Karen Violetti, owner of Arquiflora, joins us to discuss how she combined her career and her passion to create a business. While Karen was in school to become an architect, her mother decided to quit her 25 year career in banking an open her dream business - a flower shop. Originally repelled by joining a family business, Karen continued her career in architecture and went on to work for a firm full time. But being a great daughter, she still helped her mom at the shop on weekends and little did she know, she discovered her love for flowers. Fast forward to today and after a pandemic year, it took Karen stumbling across her late grandmother's heirlooms to realize she could create a business from combining her career and her passion. Enter Arquiflora. Arquiflora is Karen's company that specializes in “building” thoughtfully planned out bouquets for brides and then preserving them to create family heirlooms that can be passed down through generations. The name Arquiflora is a literal combination of architecture and florals and the business has allowed Karen to express her creativity and abilities to her true potential. We talk all about her journey to getting where she is now and what challenges and lessons she learned along the way. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Karen & Arquiflora:IG: @arquiflora_IG: @bowandroseWebsite: www.arquiflora.com

Danielle Jathas, also known as, The High Vibe Witch on Instagram, joins us this week to explain what a Human Design Chart is and what it means to be a Light Worker. A couple years ago, Danielle had a terrible mindset and was led down a path in the holistic world that taught her all about the power of energy. Fast forward to today, Danielle is a Light Worker and someone who helps channel and move positive energy through her clients' bodies. Most importantly, Danielle is a Human Design Chart reader which is fascinating. Much like astrology, Human Design charts are created based on your name, birthday, and time of birth and pre-determine lots of key parts of your personality. To help the audience understand it best, the second half of our interview is Danielle giving me a live Human Design chart reading and I can honestly say, I was mind blown. This was one of the most interesting episodes to date and Danielle has a very exciting offer for all BSR listeners at the end so make sure you download and listen!Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Danielle:IG: @thehighvibewitch

So I officially turned 30 this week and in honor of this special trip around the sun, I am this week's guest! Dr. Falzarano had the crazy idea to make me the guest on this month's series and I could not be more honored. On this episode, I open up and share my journey and what led me to the path I'm on today. I talk all about my career, personal life, and what turning 30 means to me. I share what my blessings and lessons of my 20s were and what I'm excited for in this new decade that is just beginning. A special thank you to Dr. Falzarano for interviewing me and making me feel like a true guest on my show. I hope my story resonates with you in some way and that you feel less alone in anything you might be going through, and ultimately share some laughs.Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Roberta:IG: @alwaysbertie 

This week, Chynna Dee joins us to explain what holistic nursing is and how she found herself on this path in life. Formally, Chynna is a Certified Traditional & Holistic Nurse, Yoga Instructor, Ayuverdic Yoga Masseuse, Reiki Practitioner, and Breathwork and Bodywork Coach. In shorter terms, she has a personal mission to help simplify self care. She helps you heal your illnesses through both western and eastern medical practices while also getting in touch with your body and finding the best ways to heal your traumas both physical and emotional.Her story is fascinating and the journey that brought her to where she is today, is definitely one to listen to. I loved this conversation and learned so much from Chynna and I know you will too. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Chynna:IG: @chynnadee

Angelina Zeppieri joins us this week to talk all about our mutual love of travel & solo trips. She is a travel advisor and also the co-founder of Elevari and shares with us how travel impacted her life so deeply.Ever since she fell in love with seeing the world, Angelina has used that passion to shape all other aspects of her life including the businesses she works for and built personally. The episode is filled with hilarious travel stories, our personal journeys of how we got to where we are today, and also how obsessed we are with solo travel. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Angelina:IG: @angelinazeppieriIG: @elevari_coWebsite: https://www.elevari.co/

Be Essential is an online e-commerce store that sells eco-friendly and sustainable goods for your home, beauty, and pet needs. Co-founders Danielle Mango and Brittney Walter felt that the market was missing a "one stop shop" where you could purchase non-toxic and sustainable products that were also aesthetically pleasing and easy to find, so they created it. Best friends turned business partners, the women talk to us about what creating this platform and running it together has been like, all while still working their full time jobs. The products they feature are not only beautiful but truly good for you, and they source direct from diverse local and small business vendors including women, black, and LGBTQ+ owned brands.  Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Be Essential:IG: @beessentialnyWebsite: https://beessentialny.com/

This week, Business and Mindset Coach Kat Torres joins us to share the importance of shifting your mindset and channeling your energy to truly get what you want out life. Kat helps her clients break up with corporate burnout and build freedom & abundance by leveling up their mindset and launching their dream biz. She spent a decade working as a multi-hyphenate creative, where she helped launch a new media publication, served as Head of Content at a self-care tech startup, and produced TV specials. Through her own life and career experiences, Kat uncovered her calling as a coach. She founded I Love Sundays Club to make the tools for personal development more accessible. Through her podcast, Tub Talks, and other social media content, she shows her community how to build a life where you love Sundays because you're not scared of Mondays.Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before.  ________________________________________________________    Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn________________________________________________________  For more from Kat:IG: @itskattorresIG: @ilovesundaysclubWebsite: https://www.ilovesundaysclub.com/Download Kat's free gift to BSR listeners: Journal Prompts for Self Inner-Carehttps://ilovesundaysclub.podia.com/journal-prompts-for-inner-self-careUse code: BSRGIFT for a free download! 

In the second episode of our monthly health and wellness series with Dr. Francesca Falzarano, our guest Sam Scaffidi joins us to discuss her journey to owning her own fitness company and how to stay motivated to run every day. Sam is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Running Coach, the Founder and Head Coach of Project Sweat, and an all around bad ass in the fitness industry.  She has an impressive resume as a former Soul Cycle Instructor and Cross Fit Coach just to name a few things, and has so much in depth knowledge of the fitness industry and how to stay motivated to achieve your goals and move your body. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before.  ________________________________________________________    Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn________________________________________________________  For more from Sam:IG: @sam.scaffidiIG: @ps.projectsweatIG: @projectsweatrunclubWebsite: https://www.ps-projectsweat.com/

John Fuschetto, a personal trainer and licensed massage therapist, joins us this week to discuss how he built his business into what it is today. John, also known as Foosh, is the creator of Foosh Fit and about to launch the next project in his fitness career. He originally started working in finance out of college, and within 2 years quickly realized that he was not fulfilled and decided to follow his true passion of helping people become healthier and get rid of chronic pain. Today Foosh has built a loyal online community, runs his own training programs for clients both virtually and in person, and shares his trials and tribulations of all the steps it took to get him where he is now and where he plans to go. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before.  ________________________________________________________    Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn________________________________________________________  For more from Foosh:IG: @foosh_fitWebsite: http://fooshfit.com/

In this episode, Becky Van Dijk, Founder of We Are Travel Girls and Travel Girls Getaways, and a blogger and online educator, joins us to discuss how she turned her hobby into a full time business. Originally a banker at a top financial institution in the UK, Becky quickly realized that although her career was booming, she was not living the meaningful life she desired. After leaving her banking job not only once, but twice, she finally launched We Are Travel Girls - an online community that invites women who love traveling to showcase their beautiful photography and stories from around the world.Today, WATG has over 2 million views to the site, and approximately a half a million followers on instagram, and the community continues to grow daily, even in the middle of a pandemic that has stopped global travel. Becky and I met after I joined one of her retreats in Bali three years ago and it truly changed my life. We talk about what it took for Becky to get to where she is today, what she loves most about the community she has built, and how she sees the business continuing to evolve in the future.  Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before.  _________________________________________________________    Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn_________________________________________________________  For more from Becky:IG: @beckyvandijk @wearetravelgirlsWebsite: www.beckyvandijk.com WATG Website: www.wearetravelgirls.com 

On today's episode, Deanna Trudo, owner of Style Bar - an online fashion boutique - tells us all about how she finally decided to quit her corporate job to follow her true passion in life. After working in retail and corporate for over 12 years, Deanna knew she was meant to work in the fashion world but was sick of building someone else's dream instead of her own. Born with the entrepreneurial spirit from family members before her; especially her father, who owns Deanna's Pizza (yes, named after her), Dee knew she was meant to do more than work  in a corporate 9-5. We dive into what finally pushed her to make the jump, how all of her previous experience prepared her for this moment, and some hilarious stories from our childhood growing up together. Most exciting of all, we have a special announcement for you at the very end of the episode that you won't want to miss. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. _________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn_________________________________________________________ For more from Style Bar:IG: @shop_thestylebarWebsite: www.shopthestylebar.com 

In this episode, Licensed Aesthetician Mabel Lopez and owner of Elevated Aesthetics in Yonkers, NY, tells us all about how she found her path to becoming a skin guru and all things skincare. Mabel started out of college as a recruiter, and even interviewed for now well-known Gary Vee of Vayner Media, before discovering that her true passion was aesthetics and quickly changed her path. Now a latina small business owner with her own brick and mortar location, Mabel is quickly becoming one of Westchester County's best aestheticians and shares not only secrets of the trade but also tips and tricks in life that helped her get to where she is today.Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. _________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn_________________________________________________________ For more from Mabel:IG: @elevatedaestheticsspaWebsite: www.elevatedaestheticsspa.com

Dr. Francesca Falzarano, PhD joins us on today's episode to talk about how she manages to do it all. Currently she's a developmental psychologist at Weill Cornell and formerly, a professor at Fordham University and a SoulCycle instructor simultaneously, so she is the queen of multitasking and believing you can have it all. Not only is she one of my best friends, but she is also an inspiration and powerful guide in my life. We take you through our personal journeys and how to shift your perspective to believe you deserve everything you want and that you can truly have it all. And most importantly, we have a special announcement at the end that you won't want to miss!Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Dr. Francesca Falzarano:IG: @_francescafalzarano

On today's episode, Crystal Cascio MS, RD,NBC-HWC, RYT, IFNCP, is on to talk all things nutrition and intuitive eating. Curious what all those letters after her name means? Here's the breakdown: she's a Registered Dietician, Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Registered Yoga Teacher, Integrative and Functional Nutrition Care Provider and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. The short version: she knows her shit. Also known on social as Renourishing Roots, Crystal helps her clients create healthy relationships with food and teaches them how to be intuitive eaters. In the episode, we get her expert insight into how to understand our own relationships with food, how to navigate this ever evolving toxic diet culture, and how to listen to your body and find your healthiest self. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return and finding our healthiest versions of ourselves – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Crystal:IG: @renourishingrootsWebsite: www.crystalcascionutrition.com

Elevari is an online platform and community created to help you elevate your life to its highest potential. Co-founders, Angelina Zeppieri and Amanda Tabankin, are here to tell us all about what Elevari is, what inspired them to start, and explain the platform's six main pillars - mental, physical, emotional, energetic, spiritual, and financial - that help guide you through this crazy journey called life.Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes about our own experiences through Saturn Return – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________  Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________ For more from Elevari:IG: @elevari_coWebsite: www.elevari.co

Kate Heinricher, also known on social as Girl and the Galaxy, is a professional astrologer who's here to help us understand our ‘Saturn Return,' providing us with her expert insight to answer the question that many may be asking themselves: What is a Saturn Return? In  this episode, we have a deep dive conversation to help you understand what Saturn Return is, what it means for you, and the significant, meaningful, lasting impact it has on our lives. We also have you covered with tips on how to prepare for such powerful transitions that happens to take place during life's most pivotal years. Join us as we discuss, and of course – share some of our own funny anecdotes and the concept that inspired the title of this podcast – leaving you with the (probably) much-needed reminder: We've ALL been there before. __________________________________________________________Subscribe and leave a rating! Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn__________________________________________________________For more from Kate Heinricher:IG: @girlandthegalaxyWebsite: girlandthegalaxy.com 

Welcome to Before Saturn's Return! The podcast to help you navigate the universe's wake up call. Your 20s are the most exciting, yet confusing, years of your life accompanied by a rollercoaster of emotions as you approach 30. What explains this shift? Enter: Saturn Return. You'll go through it more than once and you're not alone, but don't worry, this podcast has you covered. Join me every week along with a new guest for tips and tricks to survive your Saturn Return. Subscribe so you don't miss a thing. Come say hi! IG - @beforesaturnsreturn