Directionally Challenged

Original Air Date: March 14, 2022Kayla is joined by celebrity stylist and host of “The Lo Life”, Lo VonRumpf to discuss the cyclical nature of fashion trends and how social media impacts the way we present and perceive ourselves. Follow Lo VonRumpfLo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stylelvrListen to “The Lo Life” Podcast: Apple PodcastsFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: February 13, 2024Kayla is joined by dating expert and associate director of global communications at OKCupid, Michael Kaye, to discuss the data behind dating apps and some strategies to bettering one's results on these apps. Follow MichaelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelkayeprOKCupid: https://www.instagram.com/okcupidFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: May 22, 2023Kayla is joined by sex activist, columnist, and author Zachary Zane to discuss his personal journey in healing from sexual shame and living with OCD as a bisexual man. If you're ready to get out of your comfort zone and also have some laughs along the way, listen in to expand not just your mind but vocabulary to unpack social stigmas surrounding sexual desire. Follow ZachZach's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyzane_/?hl=enCheck out “Boyslut: A Memoir and Manifesto”: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/boyslut-zachary-zane/1141910850 Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Orignal Airdate: Nov 20th 2023Kayla is joined by Hannah Brown, former Bachelorette and now happily engaged author, to talk about her inspiring journey of questioning her options in life, processing her trauma and stress, and how her real romance inspired her debut novel MISTAKES WE NEVER MADE. From winning pageants to dating on television for the whole world to see, Hannah is ready to show her true authentic self in not just this conversation but in her work. Follow HannahHannah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahbrownPre-Order Hannah's Debut Novel MISTAKES WE NEVER MADE: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/hannah-brown/mistakes-we-never-made/9781668641002/Check out Hannah's Memoir: https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/hannahbrownCheck out BETTER TOMORROW Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bettertomorrowFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: November 6, 2023Kayla is joined by fellow actor and mom, Tiffani Thiessen, to chat about parenting qualms such as when to give your child a cell phone or how to prepare for the teenage years. After reflecting on her own upbringing, Tiffani was inspired to create her cookbook “Here We Go Again” which teaches us how to make the most of leftovers whether to help the planet or even for purely cost saving reasons. Or both! Follow TiffaniTiffani's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanithiessenCheck out “HERE WE GO AGAIN” Cookbook https://tiffanithiessen.com/here-we-go-again/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Airdate: December 17th, 2018We all have our ups and downs in life and it may be hard to find people that have your back no matter what. Boss ladies Aisha Tyler (actress, comedian, director, host) and Carina MacKenzie (Showrunner of “Roswell, New Mexico”) share how they became friends and maintain their friendship despite being constantly busy and why it's important to dump people that don't add value to your life.Follow Aisha: @aishatylerFollow Carina: @cadlymack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: November 30, 2020We're joined by Paul Wesley! We're telling stories from “The Vampire Diaries,” talking about Brothers Bond Bourbon, and giving advice to our younger selves.Find Paul:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulwesley/Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulwesleyBrothers Bond Bourbon: https://brothersbondbourbon.com/Brothers Bond Bourbon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brothersbondbourbon/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: April 15, 2019Powerhouse Creator, Showrunner, Executive Producer, Writer, and Director Julie Plec knew that she wanted to work in the entertainment industry but didn't know in what capacity. After being blackballed she had a major epiphany which led her to discovering her gift.Follow Julie:Twitter: www.twitter.com/julieplecInstagram: www.instagram.com/julieplec/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKaylaWebsite: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: February 18th, 2019We've known fellow actor and friend Michael Trevino (The Vampire Diaries; Roswell, New Mexico) for ten years. We share our first impressions of each other, how we've grown over time, and what advice we'd give our future selves.Follow Trevino: @michaeltrevinoFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Follow Topazhttps://www.instagram.com/topazadizesOrder {The And} Cards: https://shop.theskindeep.com/collections/the-and-relationship-card-game Follow Kayla:https://www.instagram.com/kaylaewell/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: June 10, 2019Actress and our co-star from, “The Vampire Diaries” Nina Dobrev shares her journey on how she went from modeling to actress, what it was like to turn 30, and what drives her adventurous side.Follow Ninahttps://www.instagram.com/nina/https://twitter.com/ninadobrevFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by Emmy Award-winning documentarian and founder of THE SKIN DEEP, Topaz Adizes, who through his filmmaking experience he has stumbled upon the life changing realization that asking the right questions can dissolve social barriers and make us feel more connected in profoundly intimate ways. So what are these questions exactly? Listen to this conversation and learn more about Topaz's work to find out. Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Follow Topazhttps://www.instagram.com/topazadizesOrder {The And} Cards: https://shop.theskindeep.com/collections/the-and-relationship-card-game Follow Kayla:https://www.instagram.com/kaylaewell/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by trial attorney Jefferson Fisher, who has gained millions of followers across social media by sharing his professional knowledge with the world on how to communicate better. It's not just the words itself but the tone and even the silence we use or don't use that impacts how others perceive us. Whether it be in professional or personal settings, we all could benefit from being more intentional with what we say and how we say it. Or what we choose not to say at all! Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Follow Jefferson:https://www.instagram.com/jefferson_fisher/https://links.jeffersonfisher.com/Follow Kayla:https://www.instagram.com/kaylaewell/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is finally joined by the founder and CEO of Parsley Health, Dr. Robin Berzin, to get real about the state of our healthy industry, refreshing ways in which we can track our health and figure out the source of our problems, and learning simple and even free ways to hit restart in our bodies. It can be as simple as going to bed earlier to get deeper sleep or as helpful in taking a proper genetic allergy test to take control of our health once more. Also! The team at Parsley has created special promo codes for Directionally Challenged listeners. One for folks paying through insurance and one for those using cash pay. They are:- Insurance: DirectionallyChallengedIN - $50 visa gift card after completing your first visit- DTC Code: DirectionallyChallenged175 - For cash pay members get $175 off Parsley HealthFollow Dr. Robin:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinberzinmdFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is finally joined by family therapist and yes, her mother Susan Ewell for this touching conversation between not just mother and daughter but two mothers as well. We learn about Susan's lore before even becoming a mother and the turning point in which she decided to prioritize her childrens' early years over her career. She offers thoughtful, emphatic advice on parenthood and shares, in her professional opinion, what she feels are the different challenges with the new generation post-pandemic. Mistakes might happen but we'll be OK. Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by author, speaker, and productivity coach Laura Mae Martin to discuss how her years at Google taught her the ways in which we can actually use our much needed downtime to optimize our work time flow. As the Executive Productivity Advisor at Google in the office of the CEO, Laura has helped everyone from high-level executives to her fellow parents at home on how to nail down when in the day they're actually the most productive and create habits that allow us to make the most use of that precious time. Instead of burning the candle at both ends, what if we slowed down and actually savored the quiet when we're able to get it? Follow LauraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauramaemartinCheck out “UPTIME: A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing” :https://lauramaemartin.com/bookFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sharing another podcast we're loving: Pop Culture Moms. Andie and Sabrina are toddler moms and best friends of 20 years. They're taking their obsession with TV and movies to the next level by talking to celebrities, writers and fellow “scholars” of pop culture about what they can learn from the fictional moms they love most. In this episode, “Euphoria” actress Alanna Ubach talks about the pros and cons of being a “cool mom” like her character Suze Howard — a trope made famous by the original “Mean Girls” movie. You can listen to more Pop Culture Moms at link.chtbl.com/popculturemomss1/directionallychallenged Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by Thais Gibson, who is a counselor and personal development leader that helps others recondition their attachment styles to better overall their close relationships. With a Ph.D and certification in over 13 modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Somatic Processing, Thais has founded her own theory through scientific research and personal experience that upholds the belief we can change our attachment styles and that we are by no means stuck in our ways if we wish to commit to a change. Follow ThaisInstagram: instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschoolTake The Attachment Style Quiz: QuizCheck out her book: Learning LoveFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by author, speaker, and executive coach, Stella Grizont, to help readjust our mindset when it comes to fulfillment in the workplace. Most - too many probably - would agree that they're either just going through the motions in the office or find themselves disengaging during work because we no longer feel a strong sense of purpose or even enjoyment in these environments. And instead we may feel cornered in our careers just to get to the next day. Well, Stella works with her clients to figure out how to reconfigure and build a skillset dedicated to improve our happiness, satisfaction, and engagement. Listen to learn more about her approach. Follow StellaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stellagrizont/Check out Vision Generator: https://stellagrizont.mykajabi.com/visiongeneratorCheck out THE WORK HAPPINESS METHOD: AmazonFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by celebrity dating coach and podcast host of Dates & Mates, Damona Hoffman, to break down the common myths people seem to hold as true surrounding modern dating and love. With a background in TV casting, Damona is able to read people and their behaviors with an acute awareness. And as an online dating success story herself, she can empathize with the struggles of putting yourself out there and testing the - at times murky - waters. Follow DamonaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbykamenCheck out Dates & Mates podcast: https://damonahoffman.com/dates-and-mates-podcast/Check out F THE FAIRY TALE: Hachette Book Group Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by artist and author Abby Kamen, to talk about the story behind her memoir “Generation WE” that offers a compassionate view of trauma and how healing ourselves starts with looking back into the ones shared with others. And instead of these solidary journeys in mental health, she believes healing together manifests a brighter and more creative future for all. Follow AbbyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbykamenCheck out Abby's book “Generation WE”: AmazonFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by licensed therapist and Hinge's love and connection expert, Moe Ari, to discuss their intimate journey in realizing despite great accomplishment at a young age that they still felt like a piece of their true self was missing. Moe would soon realize and come out to their close friends and family that they are transgender. After receiving unconditional love from their parents, Moe's mission is to help others, especially those in the queer community, to find their euphoria by being radically authentic to their true selves. Follow MoeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveoutproud/Check out Moe's podcast BE YOUR OWN LOVE GOALSFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Content Warning: SuicideKayla is joined by author, public speaker, and mental health advocate Kevin Hines. In 2000, Kevin jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge but miraculously survived. Having battled with severe mental pain, which he is honest about continuing to battle with present-day, Kevin has focused on his purpose of helping others in healing and in suicide prevention. Please know so many people are more than happy to help if you ask for it. Even a sea lion. If you or someone you know are in need of help, know that it's available and you're not alone. For those in the US, you can call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK(8255).Follow KevinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinhinesstory/X: https://twitter.com/KevinHinesStoryLearn More About Kevin's Story: https://www.kevinhinesstory.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: January 17th, 2022Global thought leader, peace advocate, and CEO of The King Center, Dr. Bernice A. King joins us this week to discuss the importance of social justice, her hopes for this generation, handling grief, and how she's carrying on her parents' legacies. Ways to observe The King Holidayhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1oO4xsNlIshttps://thekingcenter.org/king-day-community-service-projects/https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-community-honors-legacy-of-martin-luther-king-jrFollow Dr. Kinghttps://berniceking.com/https://twitter.com/BerniceKinghttps://www.instagram.com/berniceaking/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by dear friend and actor, Danielle Campbell, to talk all (well, most) things about her engagement, her transformative time on Broadway during the pandemic, and how she's still figuring out her philosophy on her own image on social media. Danielle brings with her all the wisdom and maturity she's had to nurture for herself after working on projects since childhood which she shares all that and more in this episode. Follow DanielleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellecampbell/Check out Season 6 of THE ROOKIE on ABC: https://abc.com/shows/the-rookieFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: September 4, 2023This week Kayla is joined by Recovery Coach, Troy Brown who shares how his life changed forever after he was hit by a drunk driver. Troy opens up about his long road to recovery, how his family and friends impacted his mental health, and his fears about eventually explaining the accident to his newborn daughter. He also expresses why helping others is beneficial to helping yourself.Follow Troy BrownTroy's Instagram: instagram.com/troy_.brownRecovery Coach Website: https://troybrown.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: July 10th, 2023Kayla is joined by her dear friend, actor, and former co-star of “The Vampire Diaries”, Claire Holt, to discuss the challenging yet wonderful worlds of parenthood, voice acting, and failure before success. She may deny it but we think she really has got a lot, if not all, figured out. Follow ClaireClaire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claireholtCheck out “The Corner”: https://thecornerbyclaire.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by actor, writer, and director Nadine Crocker to talk about her transformative step into film directing, the hardships of production, and trusting that our journeys take us exactly where we need to go. If you are in need of help, know that it's available and you're not alone. For those in the US, you can call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK(8255).Follow NadineInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadinecrockerCheckout her film CONTINUE: https://www.instagram.com/continuethefilm/?hl=enFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by her husband and Canadian-born actor and model, Tanner Novlan, who currently stars in the soap BOLD & BEAUTIFUL as Dr. John “Finn” Finnegan. You may also recognize him as “Struggling Actor” from the Liberty Mutual commercials. Well, speaking of struggle - Kayla and Tanner get real about their personal holidays as a family. Of course, they absolutely love the holidays and the special traditions they've created as a family but it can certainly come with its own stresses as anything worth having can. They also dish on BOLD & BEAUTIFUL, their first five dates, and how to date with the intention of finding “the one”. Follow TannerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tannernovlan_/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by author and founder of ROAR AFRICA, Deborah Calmeyer, to discuss her deep passion for wildlife conservation and education. Having grown up in South Africa, Deborah has always had an intimate relationship with nature and the magical peace it can bring oneself by simply standing in awe of it. Her team of guides and specialists have a mission to welcome people from all over the world to their immersive safari experiences that are respectful to the animals and life within the land. Although she now splits her time between New York City and Cape Town, Deborah is always being called back to stand still in nature. Maybe you can join some time. Follow DeborahRoar Africa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roarafrica/ Learn More About Roar Africa and the team: https://www.roarafrica.com/our-teamFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by designer and entrepreneur Jesa Joy to discuss their exciting (and SO comfy) merch collaboration. Jesa not only is a talented designer but she also comes in with some thoughtful wisdom regarding body neutrality and inclusivity, especially within fandoms. So let's continue to choose joy and celebrate this community together. Make sure to check the bio on the Directionally Challenged Instagram to find the link to their amazing collab. Follow JesaJesa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Blankclo/ Check out Blank clo: https://www.blankclo.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by Hannah Brown, former Bachelorette and now happily engaged author, to talk about her inspiring journey of questioning her options in life, processing her trauma and stress, and how her real romance inspired her debut novel MISTAKES WE NEVER MADE. From winning pageants to dating on television for the whole world to see, Hannah is ready to show her true authentic self in not just this conversation but in her work. Follow HannahHannah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahbrownPre-Order Hannah's Debut Novel MISTAKES WE NEVER MADE: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/hannah-brown/mistakes-we-never-made/9781668641002/Check out Hannah's Memoir: https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/hannahbrownCheck out BETTER TOMORROW Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bettertomorrowFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by author and workplace culture & inequality expert, Dr. Michelle P. King, to discuss the value of self-awareness in the modern workplace. In becoming more self-aware of our impact on others, we can have a better understanding of what our co-workers (especially our bosses) want from us and gain the ability to build up our informal networks in order to get ahead in a meaningful way. Rather than squirming at the idea of schmoozing in office politics, Dr. Michelle P. King hopes to empower everyone in making genuine connections with genuine intentions. Follow Dr. KingDr. King's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellepenelopeking/Pre-Order “HOW WORK WORKS” https://www.michellepking.com/how-work-works/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by fellow actor and mom, Tiffani Thiessen, to chat about parenting qualms such as when to give your child a cell phone or how to prepare for the teenage years. After reflecting on her own upbringing, Tiffani was inspired to create her cookbook “Here We Go Again” which teaches us how to make the most of leftovers whether to help the planet or even for purely cost saving reasons. Or both! Follow TiffaniTiffani's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanithiessenCheck out “HERE WE GO AGAIN” Cookbook https://tiffanithiessen.com/here-we-go-again/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by theater director and podcast producer Jenna Burnett to discuss their shared love of true crime stories. But how do we approach telling these stories involving very real people ethically and as honest to their own truths as possible? These are the waters Jenna has navigated producing her show “Under Cover of Night '' which uncovers the real mystery surrounding the death of a British expat woman living in Athens, Texas during the 80s and 90s.Follow JennaJenna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejennaburnettSpoke Media's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoke_media/Check out “UNDER COVER OF KNIGHT” podcast: https://spokemedia.io/undercoverofknight/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by journalist, finance expert, and author Carmen Rita Wong to talk about her extremely personal memoir in which she unpacks the complicated relationship with her parents and own identity. It wasn't until after her mother's death that Carmen learned the truth of her biological father and to the extent in which her parents went to feed the lie. She reflects on how her mother's mistakes impact her own intentional parenting and how to understand parents as the individual humans they are without forcing forgiveness. Follow CarmenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmenritawongCheck out “WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL ME?” https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/677394/why-didnt-you-tell-me-by-carmen-rita-wong/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by chef and restaurateur Jeremy Fall, who found incredible success in the food industry at an impressively young age. Although many have assumed he came from means to achieve so much so early on, Jeremy had humble beginnings being born and raised by Skid Row in Los Angeles. He shares his personal journey in the business - the ups and downs (and when things were down, they were really down) - and how finally addressing his anxiety with therapy and medication helped him find himself once more. Follow Jeremy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyfall/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyfallCheck out his memoir “Falling Upwards: Living the Dream, One Panic Attack at a Time” http://found.ee/fallingupwardsFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by Dr. Lyndsey Harper, a professor and board certified Ob/Gyn, to discuss the lack of conversation surrounding women's sexual health. All too often research and studies overlook women's sexuality if it is not tied to reproduction or potential risks such as cancer. Dr. Lyndsey Harper hopes to encourage everyone to be more transparent and honest with their concerns regarding sensuality, libido, and desire. So much so that she created the app ROSY as a sexual wellness resource without the shame or intimidation many may feel when discussing such intimate details. Follow Dr. Lyndsey HarperDr. Lyndsey Harper Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyndseyharpermd/ Check out the ROSY app https://meetrosy.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by Alicia Roth Weigel, an author and activist.. As an intersex person herself, Alicia hopes to dispel myths and normalize conversations about what it means to identify as such. She also shares her own healing journey after having surgery forced upon her without consent as an infant due to ill-informed ideas regarding intersex bodies. Their community hopes that rather than problematic and invasive surgeries, the rest of the world can simply embrace their existence as they do. Follow Alicia Alicia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xoxy_aliciaPre-Order Alicia's Book “Inverse Cowgirl” Additional LinksCheck out InterConnect: https://interconnect.support/Check out InterACT: https://interactadvocates.org/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by writer, director, and actress Michelle C. Bonilla to explain in depth the reasons why SAG-AFTRA actors are striking, the conditions that led to this, and the brighter future these creatives are hoping to build with their demands. She has been tirelessly present on the picket line as a strike captain to advocate for not just herself but her fellow actors. After months of no work, the resolve of the actors along with their WGA counterparts remains strong but can always use all the support they can get. Listen to their conversation to learn more and ways to stay informed for the long but much needed journey ahead. Follow MichelleMichelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellecbonillaMichelle's Website: https://www.michellecbonilla.com/Support the Strike:https://entertainmentcommunity.org/https://www.writeinclusion.org/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by talented writers and dear friends, Danny Tolli and Melisa D. Monts, to explain the why and how of the WGA (Writers Guild of America) strike.Who are the writers striking against exactly? What has it been like firsthand on the picket lines? Is AI taking over and what are the implications for the future of Hollywood? They go on to discuss how this strike has impacted not just their financial well-being but their emotional and mental health also. The very creatives behind your favorite shows and films are having their livelihoods threatened by greed and are looking for your support. Follow Danny & MelisaDanny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dctolli/Melisa's Instagram:: https://www.instagram.com/sheisnotmelissa/Support the Strike:https://entertainmentcommunity.org/https://www.writeinclusion.org/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by business owner and advocate, Taylor Davis, about what finally made her decide to pivot careers from entertainment to candle making. As many can relate, Taylor found herself at a loss during the pandemic and she often sought refuge in self-care such as burning her favorite scents. It was at this point a mentor at her favorite candle store pushed her to start her own venture. In just three years, her candle brand CLR can now be found in select Nordstroms across the country. Listen to hear her journey and mindset that made her company such a success in such a short time. Follow CLRCLR's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clrlosangelesCheck out CLR: https://clrlosangeles.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Kayla is joined by Recovery Coach, Troy Brown who shares how his life changed forever after he was hit by a drunk driver. Troy opens up about his long road to recovery, how his family and friends impacted his mental health, and his fears about eventually explaining the accident to his newborn daughter. He also expresses why helping others is beneficial to helping yourself.Follow Troy BrownTroy's Instagram: instagram.com/troy_.brownRecovery Coach Website: https://troybrown.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by author and reporter, Susan Burton, to discuss her latest podcast “The Retrievals” from Serial Productions and the New York Times. As an alumna of Yale University, this story hit close to home for Susan as she uncovered the disturbing accounts of hundreds of women going to infertility treatment at the university's fertility clinic. So how did exactly one nurse with an addiction problem get away with swapping out these womens' fentanyl with saline? And what were the consequences of not just her actions but the medical staff surrounding her? You'll have to listen to find out. Follow SusanSusan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanmasonburtonCheck out THE RETRIEVALS: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/22/podcastsFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by psychic medium and astrologer, Steffi Hill a.k.a the Spirit Sis, to receive a psychic reading. Not only do they chat about how Steffi came into her abilities but she breaks down how the terms and tools surrounding her work.Things then get personal as they dive into Kayla's astrocartography map trip to Thailand, anyone?) and her own core intuition.Follow SteffiSteffi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spirit_sis/Check out Steffi's podcast PSYCHIC SCOOP https://www.spiritsis.com/mediaFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by her dear friend Jenna Ushkowitz, to swap stories on their pregnancies, how life is different with a baby on the way, and validating both the joys and hurdles of pregnancy. Follow Jenna Jenna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennaushkowitzFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Airdate: January 16, 2023Kayla is joined by inspirational community leader, Anthony ‘Cool Ant' Williams, who founded the non-profit Neighborhood Hero. Neighborhood Hero's mission is to make neglected areas healthier spaces for its inhabitants. They discuss how his group of runners came about and the inspirational people around him growing up helped mold the hero he is now today. Follow AnthonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cool_antCheck out Neighborhood Hero: https://www.instagram.com/_neighborhoodherosFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Airdate: March 6th 2023Kayla is joined by author Ruby Warrington to discuss the complex decision to not be a mother and explore the social circumstances that pressure female bodies to procreate. She also covers the long history of misogyny that bestows cruel judgment on women who cannot bear children simply due to biology or financial circumstances. A topic close to her heart, she encourages mothers and non-mothers alike to be involved in the conversation. Follow Ruby Check out “Women Without Kids” the book: https://www.rubywarrington.com/books/women-without-kids/Check out “Women Without Kids” the podcast: https://www.rubywarrington.com/women-without-kids-podcasts/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: 4/25/2022Kayla is joined by iconic actor, father, and now author, Josh Peck to talk about his new book “Happy People are Annoying” where he shares his journey with sobriety, weight-loss, and taking life advice from the ever-so wise Sir Ben Kingsley. Follow Josh Josh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shuapeck/Check Out Josh's Book: https://premierecollectibles.com/annoyingFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by dear friend and author, Lauren McKinley, who bares her truth regarding the affair that broke up her marriage. Left with a one year-old daughter and so many broken vows, Lauren shares how she navigated not just the logistical but also emotional work to come out the other side stronger. Follow LaurenLauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lcmckinleyCheck out Lauren's book “STOP WRECKING MY HOME”: https://www.hersoulrepair.com/bookFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by her dear friend, actor, and former co-star of “The Vampire Diaries”, Claire Holt, to discuss the challenging yet wonderful worlds of parenthood, voice acting, and failure before success. She may deny it but we think she really has got a lot, if not all, figured out. Follow ClaireClaire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claireholtCheck out “The Corner”: https://thecornerbyclaire.com/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claire Holt will be back next week! So we're revisiting our amazing episode with her!Original Air Date: May 6, 2019Recorded three days before giving birth, actress Claire Holt shares how she discovered she was pregnant, when she told her family, and the different experiences she's had as her body has changed. Kayla also share her own pregnancy journey!Reference:https://www.manrepeller.com/2016/12/pregnancy-loss.htmlFollow Claire: www.instagram.com/claireholt/www.twitter.com/claireholtFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.