F**k "It All": Modern Women Redefining It All

This week, we sit down with glass-ceiling smasher, corporate and nonprofit leader, Atlanta booster, storyteller, mentor, mother and grandmother, community organizer, and woman of the hour Hala Moddelmog. Hala is a fellow Atlantian, spending nearly her entire career in this southeastern metropolis. Shout out for the home team! Hala is currently the President and CEO of the Woodruff Arts Center in downtown Atlanta. She has spent nearly 30 years in President and CEO roles from Metro Atlanta Chamber to Arby's Restaurant Group to Susan G. Komen - and more. Needless to say, ain't no mountain high enough! In our 30-minute conversation, Hala shares her story of “having it all,” her unwavering commitment to the Atlanta community, her experience with storytelling and art as mechanisms for learning and change, and her incredible take on how to invest in others “doing the work.” Hala was among the first to join the I AM 111 to support the “making of” the I AM Series. In this episode, we ask Hala why she joined, and she surprised us with the most authentic and powerful answer!“I saw two women putting everything on the line to do something important, and I thought sign me up! Let me be a little bit a part of this.” We won't give it all away, but the TL;DR is: If you can show up for others in the “arena,” do.Hala describes her experience being part of a generation that had to break proverbial glass ceilings, and how she and her fellow “glass shatterers” won't stop because it's just not fixed yet! And finally, the pièce de résistance, and our real takeaway from this conversation… The art of shattering that glass isn't just in its breaking, it's in turning around and offering a helping hand to those that follow with hammers. Mic drop.

This week, Narkis Alon joins I AM Radio to share her experience and, now, expertise with pleasure and power. Narkis is a serial social entrepreneur, bestselling author and community builder. As an entrepreneur and someone who was never shy to pick up a microphone

This week, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Gretchen Barton for a 30-minute conversation that honestly, shifts paradigms. ➡️We were first introduced to Gretchen through a mutual friend, and in our initial meeting (after merely minutes!) we were so enthralled with both her and her work that we couldn't wait to share it with literally anyone who would listen. Trust us, you'll feel the same and all you have to do is press play! Gretchen is a researcher and strategist in the political and policy space, and her work centers around the psychology underpinning behavior change and rewriting narratives. Say less. You know we are here

In this episode, we are joined by a leader in technology and innovation and the Founder of Prismm, Martha Underwood. Martha has also signed on as talent for I AM Series to share her expertise, particularly regarding the connection between money and power.  Martha's story unfolds over 32 minutes of soulful, cup-filling conversation and inspiration.  We discuss building relationships and "collecting people" who, in turn, become part of our communities and success. Martha shares her mother's mantra to "be of service" and help one another - a mantra that defines how she moves through the world.  We also discuss why she founded Prismm, a tech platform that enables the effortless transfer of generational wealth. Women in particular need this tool because most commonly they are responsible for managing caregiving, end-of-life planning or response, family money or wealth, and record keeping; often at the most transitional moments in their own lives and health. Finally, we talk money mindset. Martha has been an inspiration and advisor in this space as often we channel her bold energy when it comes to making financial decisions or asks, and acknowledging the relationship between wealth and power. *Hmmmm, this feels I AM Docuseries worthy* Granted, she admits that she was not always as bold. It's something she too had to "rewrite." She notes, "When we accept and own that power, women change society for the better." We are unstoppable, "we are to the moon!" she says, as we wrap our time together.  Hell yes, we are! PrismmPrismm is a digital vault for all life's most important documents and accounts. The platform makes end-of-life planning simple and is the most accountable tool to, safely and securely, manage everything from bank accounts to health records. It's peace of mind. And no surprise here, but women are utilizing Prismm for all the platform has to offer! More than just an end-of-life planning system, it is a one-stop shop management tool for families. Think of stashing everything from grade cards to vaccination records in one secure location. *Ancient file cabinets in the basement and external hard drives be damned! Signs up for a subscription rn.*Follow Martha, and open your Prismm account:Prismm and LinkedIn  This is an IT ALL Media Production. If you like what you hear, follow along at ITALLMedia.co and @itallmedia on Instagram and TikTok. We are a women-centered media company rewriting the narrative on modern womanhood through story and collaboration. We're glad you're here.

We're just going to say it - Jen Mazer makes dreams come true! No, she doesn't have a magic wand (well actually, she might), but she's not magic - she's the Queen of Manifestation. Jen's coaching, workshops, and book have helped countless people manifest their full potential and live their BIG dream. (*Raises hand* Us too!

This week, we sit down with Lisa Cunningham, Director of the I AM Docuseries, Professional Storyteller and Digital Content Creator, Activist, and Founder of Take What You Need. In 30-ish minutes, Lisa shares her story of pivoting - or in her words the REMIX

This week, Kacie and Katie "cuddle up" with Jean Franzblau, a woman who boldly embraces contradiction in her exploration of pleasure and power.  Jean is the Founder of the Cuddle Sanctuary, an Intimacy Professional for TV, film, and theater, a Speaker on consent and sex-positive education, a Writer, and a Performer.  We had the pleasure (this description will be riddled with puns, so strap in or on!) of meeting Jean last year through a mutual friend in the "film biz." We said, "The intersection of pleasure and power..." and she said, "Jean." After our first call, she enthusiastically signed on to the I AM Docuseries. In this conversation, Jean leads us through her personal story and lived experience as she always does - with vulnerability and humor. And what's a good story without a little drama?! Theater drama that is. Jean shares how her work with PLEASURE has enabled her to step into her POWER and bring her most recent project to life -  "My Mother Doesn't Know I'm Kinky," a show written and performed by Jean herself! Together - in 31 minutes - we discuss taboos, trauma, consent, creative outlets, healing, the power of community, middle-of-the-night wake-ups to question every decision we've ever made, drowning out the noise, betting on yourself, and JOY.  Press play on this week's episode of I AM Radio: Embracing Contradiction with Jean Franzblau. We promise you'll be glad you came.

Welcome back to I AM Radio; and while you might love QT with your girls K+K, this week we're joined by dear friend and fellow collaborator, Ciera Thompson.And, the mantra of this week's episode? Just go for it.We got a front row seat to Ciera's own bold moves a year ago when she seized the moment at Sundance to do what creatives, and entrepreneurs alike, do best - make something out of nothing.What do we mean? Ciera wrote a script for a short film back in 2022. She was handed rejections, doubt - from others and self - and generally considered it a passion project she created for herself, but perhaps not a commercial success.At Sundance, the question, “What are you working on?” kept coming up, and Ciera took the chance to boldly call herself what she was - a writer and filmmaker - working on a short about LGBTQIA+ youth.It was as if she had a magic wand, manifesting potential out of thin air. She scored an agent and a funder by the time we left just a few days later.By the end of the year, she ran an oversubscribed crowd-funding campaign, won Film Impact Georgia's highest honor, and brought the film to life in the most beautiful and authentic way.Hit play to listen along as she shares every last high and low of ‘just going for it,' in this week's episode of I AM Radio.Follow along with Take Note here:Instagram: @TakeNoteFilmIT ALL Media FilmsThis is an IT ALL Media Production. If you like what you hear, follow along at ITALLMedia.co and @itallmedia on Instagram and TikTok. We are a women-centered media company rewriting the narrative on modern womanhood through story and collaboration. We're glad you're here.

Last week we told you where we've been, and this week, it's all about where we're headed next: The I AM Docuseries.I AM: The Series is a six-part docuseries mapping stories to systems across the six most pervasive and tension-inducing themes permeating modern womanhood: Storytelling, Pleasure, Motherhood, Abortion, Money and Power. All the topics guaranteed to make your next family holiday wildly entertaining!Listen along as K+K give listeners a front row seat to what it's been like going from first-time entrepreneurs to first-time filmmakers - holy vulnerability hangovers and ego checks. Join us next week as we sit down with Producer and Collaborator, Ciera Thompson. Oh yeah, did we mention, she was the woman who originally conceived turning the pod into a show?Honorable Mentions + Helpful ResourcesElizabeth Lesser - "Cassandra Speaks"Diamonde Williamson - Third and Wonder ProductionsProfessor Loretta Ross - Social Change Academic and ActivistThe Highwomen - "Crowded Table"This is an IT ALL Media Production. If you like what you hear, follow along at ITALLMedia.co and @itallmedia on Instagram and TikTok. We are a women-centered media company rewriting the narrative on modern womanhood through story and collaboration. We're glad you're here.

In this first episode of I AM Radio, Kacie Lett Gordon and Katie Louise Mullins walk down memory lane. It's a short, casual walk - like 19 minutes. How did we get here? Some of you might know our story, and some of you might be new here - if so, welcome! Join us as we sit down to discuss our personal F*ck IT ALL™ Moments that led to the creation of our namesake podcast, and in turn a media company. Press play to hear more about the chaotic events that propelled us into each season of our journey, and what to expect from I AM Radio!This is an IT ALL Media Production. If you like what you hear, follow along at ITALLMedia.co and @itallmedia on Instagram and TikTok. We are a women-centered media company rewriting the narrative on modern womanhood through story and collaboration. We're glad you're here.

Hot damn, this is a special episode for so many reasons - a return guest, the last episode of 2023, and a special farewell for THIS iteration of the Fuck IT ALL ™ Podcast.Don't worry, there's a lot more FIA coming your way...In the meantime, let's welcome back Anastasia Simon for a special IRL edition of the FIA Podcast. Aside from being one of our most beloved guests on the show, she is the living embodiment of FIA energy using her positions of power and influence to challenge and change one of the most known toxic environments out there: startup hustle meets hypercapitalism.Hit play to listen along as Anastasia recounts her first-hand experiences on the cost of capitalism; and what it might mean to flip the script from the inside-out, emphasizing that you don't have to be a hyper-capitalist to thrive in a capitalist society.But that's not all – Anastasia dives into the importance of checking biases, even if they're against Gemini men (sigh). She proudly embraces her authenticity, in the workplace and everywhere she goes, ever since she was influenced by her friend Peppers who inspired her to cut her hair and be her most genuine self.Join us for an episode filled with unfiltered wisdom, entrepreneurial insights, and a healthy dose of FIA energy. Anastasia Simon takes us on a journey of recentering, balancing work with the desire for unlimited vacations, and challenging the status quo (or as our friend KT recently coined, startup bro) in the startup world.We invite you to pour some bubbles, and join us in a virtual cheers to 2023, this iteration of the Fuck IT ALL ™, and all that awaits in the year ahead.Sending big love from Kacie, Katie and every FIA woman who's been walking with us on this journey. We're just getting started.Say Hi to Anastasia Simon, and make sure you SUBSCRIBE to get IT ALL in your inbox, because BIG news coming Jan 2024.Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST.

Glass Ceilings? Yep, got it. Sticky Floors? Now, that's something new. Say more.Meet Erica Rooney - keynote speaker, author, executive coach, work and culture expert, mother, executive, podcaster, and overall relatable FIA woman. Erica's work brings her face-to-face with the proverbial glass ceiling daily, yet it was her own lived and learned experiences that helped her understand that no matter how much you push against it, if you're being held down by your own sticky floors, you're going to stay exactly where you've always been.Why do we love this conversation and ah-ha so much? Because it's not just about doing the work on ourselves, but recognizing, naming, and understanding the systemic shortcomings of our work, family, and community systems - deeply rooted in gender bias and intersectional “isms.” (race, age, sex, etc.)The parallels of Erica's work in the professional sphere are mirrored in her own home life, where Erica and Kacie talk about the complexities and nuances that come with raising different gendered children side-by-side; and how our biases start the moment we come out of the womb. Motherhood and raising children was a catalyst for both women to reflect on their perpetuation of hustle culture, and ask the question - what do we want our kids' world to look like? Sobering and motivating - for parents, and those of us who are child-free, too. This is much more a conversation and reflection on just how deeply ingrained these biases are, even amongst the most ‘well-intentioned.'This episode is a series of one thought-provoking nugget after the other. Small mic drops, and big ah-has that are best digested slowly. We recommend pausing as you go along, reflecting on your own opinions, feelings, thoughts; and most importantly, how you will take these revelations to not only dream - but plot - against what you'll bring to life in the new year. Enjoy.Resources from this episode: Get It All In Your InboxThe It All Media Newsletter Connect with EricaLinkedInWebsiteFrom Now to Next Podcast with Erica Rooney (wherever you get your pods)Erica's Reading ListInvisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado PerezWe Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel RodgersBurnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski  and Amelia Nagoski Podcast production for th

Settle in and get ready to enjoy an intimate 1:1 with master storyteller and Queen of Audio herself - Michelle Khouri. Michelle's work - from entrepreneur and trailblazer to fellow modern woman living in this moment in time - is to change the world through the power of sound.We recently heard, “When we change what power sounds like, we change who has it.” (Samara Bay, Permission to Speak) No one understands that better than Michelle, and it's why she became one of our very first calls when we started the FIA Podcast 3 years ago.Audio was our chosen medium at the time, because since the beginning of time, what women have to say is qualified by how we look and show up. Removing the physical barrier of having to show up ‘perfect,' and instead letting our voices tell our stories felt revolutionary, and like an act of defiance and activism in itself.Thanks, Michelle, for the inspiration and believing eyes from day one. Michelle's mantra, "Be as big as you are," is her rallying cry for women everywhere - a reminder that we're never told to embrace our full potential, to be unapologetically big in our ambitions and dreams; not to mention the physical space we occupy.Michelle's journey has been marked by a quest to balance both the masculine and feminine energies within herself. This pursuit hasn't always been easy, and it has angered - like viscerally, screaming, crying, throwing up angered -  those discomforted by her boldness. And through it all, she stands firm in her belief that there's no judgment in seeking harmony within yourself. You can begin to see why we love her so damn much.Michelle advocates for taking small steps to enact profound change. This is especially true as we delve into the overwhelming societal pressure to want it all, particularly as it relates to marriage, children, and suburban living. It was her own ah-ha that she was exhausting herself with trying to be small, that she chose a different path. She started listening to her own energies and honoring her intuition, even if it meant making unconventional choices. YAAAAS.In this week's episode, Michelle shares that she learned the importance of tending to wounds, addressing trauma, and truly understanding who she is and what she wants. #EveryoneShouldGoToTherapy. She talks about the value of not over-identifying with external markers of power, and finding strength in knowing oneself beyond oppressive societal expectations.Michelle KhouriLinkedInFRQNCY Media WebsiteResources from this episode: The It All Media Newsletter Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST.

Let's dive into the power of asking, "What's the worst-case scenario, and can you be okay with it?" This perspective shift can be a game-changer when it comes to asking what's next and being willing to take a big risk.Meet Linny - powerhouse career coach, consultant, AND therapist. Whether it's startups or young adults, Linny's work makes her an expert at dealing with the ‘teenage' part of life and work - messy, unknown, developing, emerging, and scary AF.Today, Linny walks us step by step through her own transformation - relocation, redefining work, unexpected pregnancy, and loss. Linny's brilliant at keeping it real, and this episode is a masterclass in authentic storytelling.Linny's story is a reminder that sometimes you have to prioritize your own happiness and well-being. Linny shares her wisdom on building intergenerational friend groups and the importance of having a diverse range of perspectives in your life.So, get ready for an episode filled with inspiration, transformation, and the power of embracing change. Linny Kresch JonesTherapy WebsiteConsulting WebsiteLinkedInResources from this episode: The It All Media Newsletter Brainstorm The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST.

This is an extra special episode, and for anyone out there (cue all of us) wondering where to even start making a difference when the world feels so heavy, this episode is for you.Today we have an incredibly inspiring guest who is disrupting the political world with her kickass group of highly informed citizens, Han Pham! Han is the Executive Director at Her Term. Her Term is a Georgia-based (woo!) initiative that focuses on using collaboration to elect women into office. They target winnable seats, recruit more women leaders to run for office, and equip their campaigns to win. And they have! They've been winning! ISN'T THAT INCREDIBLE?!Before Her Term, Han was a force in the legal and startup world. But it was during her time in the corporate world that she had an eye-opening moment. She realized she was fighting for recognition, in the annoying way you fight for a parking spot

There are a handful of topics that over the past several years have blown our minds, dropped our jaws, and been a formative rewrite on the highest levels. Cue today's conversation with Barbara Brooks, Founder of Second Act Women, for that in spades. Enjoy. Today's main objective: celebrate and honor the POWER of middlesence, shattering harmful (and frankly BS) age-related stereotypes and embrace the beauty that comes with every phase of life ✨Right now - ⅛ of the global population are experiencing menopause, while simultaneously controlling 1/10 of the global spending power. And, STILL, the majority feel overlooked, unheard, and undervalued by society.We're addressing ageism and ableism - the two isms that can affect us at any point in our lifetime. Middlesent women often find themselves excluded from so many aspects of life, including from the job market. But, with the help of this week's guest, Barbara Books, we're here to encourage them to take charge of their own economic power. Starting their own businesses, building their own networks, and creating their own universes is not only possible but empowering

Hey hey, amazing listeners! Welcome to today's episode of the Fuck It All Podcast where we dive deep into stories of empowerment and breaking stigmas. We are BEYOND excited to share this week's incredible guest with you.This week on the podcast we have the remarkable Imani Wilson from Plan C redefining what it means to be a sex-positive person and an advocate for reproductive rights all over the country. Her MO? She's all about open conversations and healthy education. Imani grew up in the South, facing some tough challenges due to teen pregnancy stigma in the zeitgeist which was juxtaposed by her sex-positive mom educating her on all things informed sex. In the end, momma bear won (woohoo!) and Imani grew up to be a sex-positive empowered woman with sexual literacy as her weapon of choice. Huzzah! Now, let's dive into the details. Imani is a graduate student at Temple University, pursuing a Ph.D. in Social and Behavioral Sciences. With an MPH from UCLA in Community Health Sciences, she's a powerhouse in the field. Imani's also a vital part of Plan C, working as a Partnerships and Engagement Consultant. She's all about creating community partnerships to raise awareness about abortion pill access nationwide. Basically, she's advocating for us when our own Supreme Court won't! Imani's research is nothing short of groundbreaking! She's focused on comprehensive sex education reform, advocating for reproductive justice policies, and championing community-based birthing practices that prioritize the well-being of queer individuals of color.This episode is filled with stories of resilience, education, and advocacy. It's a reminder that no matter where you come from, you have the power to shape your narrative. So, let's embrace empowerment together! Keep shining, keep learning, and keep fighting for what's right!Imani WilsonWebsiteLinkedInResources from this episode: The It All Media Newsletter Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters--And How to Get It Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST.

Hey hey, ladies! Join me for an amazing chat with Tamara Lucas, an accidental tech industry leader and a fierce advocate for single mothers, parents, and anyone else who could benefit from a helping hand. (Raises two hands… and feet) As a solo mom, Tamara totally gets the work/life/parenting juggling act we're all familiar with. That's why she co-created MyPanda, this fabulous platform that hooks families up with the coolest Personal Assistant Pandas ever!

Welcome to a very special 3-part series of the Fuck It All Podcast. It's time to (drum roll):

Welcome to a very special 3-part series of the Fuck It All Podcast. It's time to (drum roll):

Welcome to a very special 3-part series of the Fuck It All Podcast. It's time to (drum roll):

Change is not always what you want, sometimes it's what you need. Cue Anna Maltby Patil. It felt like the proverbial rug was pulled out from under her when her lifelong career working with chic magazines suddenly went from boss babe status to a COVID-induced recession reality check. Cut to her being unexpectedly let go and offered a buyout. That was the start of Anna's FIA moment…(Let's rewind.) Anna Maltby was the Executive Editor of Elemental, a Medium publication, and helped lead the health and wellness publication through the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the time, she was working with incredible journalists and world-renowned scientists to bring essential information to the masses; however, the emotional and traumatic nature of the subject matter made the pace and work - well, to say the least - taxing. (Okay, we're caught up.) With the buyout offer, came her FIA moment - cut to some rage, a lot of sadness, a rush of gratitude, and exhaustion! (Yep, everything everywhere all at once.

Balancing two creative loves is very, VERY hard… but not for Shannon Fielder

Did you miss us!? Baby, we are back with this week's guest Sara Saxner! Sara has many mighty titles and accolades, as she is a life force in her family and amongst her friends, community, and workplace. Real talk, we can't say enough about this truly inspiring, in her power FIA woman. And lately, she's rockin a shiny new nameplate that reads “Mama.”After stepping into motherhood, Sara sits down with Kacie Lett Gordon to give us a run down on all things postpartum. BTW listen for Baby Will's sounds, as he joined our conversation - with a front-row seat in Sara's arms.

She was on a 2-day business trip when the war in Ukraine broke out, and hasn't returned home since. That was 401 days ago.Using what she had - a computer, a phone, and a shit-ton of tulips - she turned a moment into a movement. Hit play to hear Khrystyna's story, and why adapting isn't the goal - but rather building systems that don't force us to adapt is where real change happens.If you haven't guessed it already, we fucking love this woman. On Monday, April 4, 2023, Katie and Kacie will join the conversation at the first-ever Brave2Bloom global women's entrepreneurship conference.Khrystyna finds herself stuck in another country, sadly desensitized by air raids, locating a shelter for the office cat, and pivoting her business to something beyond her wildest dreams. She is an FIA woman using her pain, displacement, and first-hand experience with war and grief to encourage and empower an entire wave of women to take themselves seriously and act on the dream that calls to them.Khrystyna Didukh is an entrepreneur, troubleshooter, consultant, mentor of Board Business, and founder of LYSTVA - the most technological flower company in Ukraine. She is also the creator of the BRAVE2BLOOM CONFERENCE, an ambassador of entrepreneurship ideas, an e-resident in Estonia, and is a volunteer.Follow Khrystyna: IG: @358flowerbaseResources MentionedRegister for the Brave2Bloom Conference here: http://brave2bloom.com/ Ep. 38 Kate Brewer's Episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1410724/episodes/8901633 Ep. 66 Jen Mazer's Episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1410724/episodes/11445463 “If you can buy experience, buy it.” 

This episode is for the women who feel like they just can't catch a damn break! You're doing everything right (or so you think) and out of nowhere, you're thrown a curveball. And this curveball always comes at the absolute WORST moment. (Ugh, giving me running into your ex while wearing yesterday's sweats vibes.

It All Media is fighting for the right to safe abortions with the amazing team at Plan C. Which is why this week we are introducing you to the incredible, Jess Jacobs! Jess is the executive producer of the Sundance Premier film “Plan C,” which follows the creators of Plan C, a grassroots organization dedicated to expanding access to medical abortions. “Plan C” is hopeful, highly educational (some parts blew my mind), a feat of storytelling and narrative rewrite, and, hella timely. Jess Jacobs is also a kick-ass actress, speaker, global advocate, and co-founder of Invisible Pictures. She is known for her work supporting women's rights globally and is based in New York City. We are so stoked to be able to work with amazing artists and change-makers like Jess Jacobs through our health and wellness partners. Keep an eye out for more content down the line with partners like Plan C, Wisp, SIECUS, and so many more. Jess Jacobs: WebsiteInvisible Pictures - Development and Production CompanyInstagramLinkedInResources Mentioned: Plan CWispSIECUSSXSWPlanned ParenthoodJoin the Sex Ed Futurism conversation here!Post-production for this episode was provided by CCST.

Like many mothers I know, I started to feel waaaayyyyy too overwhelmed a few months after my daughter was born. After around six months, I felt the weight of the world on my shoulders (Like do you even lift bro?!) I felt completely overworked and stretched way too thin.  And I know other mothers feel this way. Believe me, I asked! We were all experiencing the same thing, and we were all being asked to explain it at work and at home, but we didn't have a name for it. Until now.Meet Lauren Smith Brody, the woman who gave this feeling a name and a plan on how to address it. Lauren is a journalist, editor, entrepreneur, and author of her latest book The Fifth Trimester: The Working Mom's Guide to Style, Sanity, and Big Success After Baby. Based on interviews with over 700 moms (!!!), The Fifth Trimester tackles every personal and professional issue you are probably dealing with, and the inspiration you need when and if you do head back to work. Lauren is the founder of The Fifth Trimester movement and consulting, which supports all working parents and caregivers to advance women's leadership and drive economic growth. Yes, of course, I have her on speed dial!Check out this week's episode to hear more about The Fifth Trimester and what we as parents can do to advocate for ourselves at home and in the workplace. Because you deserve it ✨Lauren Smith Brody: WebsiteThe Fifth Trimester: The Working Mom's Guide to Style, Sanity, and Big Success After Baby by Lauren Smith BrodyInstagramLinkedIn The Chamber of Mothers:  WebsiteInstagramFacebookResources Mentioned: A Slight Delay of Plans Podcast by Maya ShankarWork Won't Love You Back by Sarah JeffyPost-production for this episode was provided by CCST.

Many of the FIA moments we've shared on this podcast include starting over. Like, all the way over. When FIA really means FIA, that usually means leaving absolutely everything you knew behind in favor of something much better. And we're usually PUSHED into those moments. We are quite literally at our limits!But what if you weren't at your limit? What if you didn't wait for a cataclysmic moment to kickstart your FIA moment? What if you gave yourself permission to start over just because you could? I know you've thought about it... Starting over just because you can is a lesson that Lupin Campos has been learning since she was a young woman. This inspiring woman is a designer, co-founder, entrepreneur, Director of Product Management, and much more. She has been all over the world, changed careers in favor of something far more interesting, and has stayed true to herself even when it was the hardest thing in the world to do. In this episode, I actually told her it's amazing how well she knows herself and she said it's more like a gut feeling than really knowing herself. Lupin is just someone who is willing to take action and a master at following her heart. I hope this interview inspires you as much as it inspired me

Your job does not love you, and it takes FOREVER for us to realize that (don't I know it - eye-roll). Your job will work you as hard as it can and throw you to the side when it's done, and it won't even have the decency to feel bad about it! The nerve of them!And if you're anything like Margaret, you literally have to watch your position get dissolved before you recognize the terrible treatment you've endured. (Insert screams into the void here.) So, what's next? What do you do when you've been worked to the bone, only to be tossed in the trash like last week's lunch? This is exactly what we tackle in this week's interview with Margaret Weniger. Margaret is a sales leader-turned-founder of the ultra-amazing Rising Tide podcast. She's also a Gemini ♊️.After facing extreme burnout, watching lay off after lay off affect her company, and eventually being laid off herself, Margaret decided to do something that terrified her: walk right on into the unfamiliar and create Rising Tide. The Rising Tide podcast was created with two purposes 1) to create exposure and 2) to build a community for the people who believe we need to change the business world. Tune in to this week's episode to hear all about Margaret's FIA moment and how she plans to shake up the business world with Rising Tide. Woo! Rate and subscribe to the Fuck It All podcast wherever you stream your podcasts.Margaret Weniger: LinkedIn Rising Tide: WebsiteInstagramLinkedInTik TokResources Mentioned: A Slight Delay of Plans Podcast by Maya ShankarWork Won't Love You Back by Sarah JeffyPost-production for this episode was provided by CCST.

Our guest this week is none other than the amazing Twana Harris. Twanna's work is known all over the city of Atlanta as well as all over the country. She is the founder of Tribal Good, a fellow Solopreneur, and an incredible friend. Her work focuses on connecting corporations with multi-hyphenate creatives. Which is basically the intersection of everything we know and love! As soon as Twanna agreed to come on the pod, I immediately knew what I would be naming this episode: “But why???” The phrase, “but why?” can get us in a lot of trouble (like A LOT of trouble). Asking ourselves why we do the things we do throws a monkey wrench into our usual path of complacency. We begin asking ourselves why we tolerate the intolerable. And what if we just didn't tolerate it? What if we started searching for something better? The phrase “but why?” can be a catalyst for FIA moments. It disrupts everything we know and starts a kick-ass revolution in ourselves. It's a phrase that demands change, and we are the only ones who can make that change for ourselves. In this episode, Twanna and I discuss how to disrupt existing models, find solutions, and keep the movement going. Twanna is a firm believer in the idea that we have so many FIA moments in our lives we might as well call it an FIA movement. And I have to agree with her

HOT DAMN - It's Menopause Month! Is anyone else sweating?You become a woman when you get a period, and you become invisible when you stop having one. In talking to SO MANY WOMEN, this is something we've heard time and time again...  that got us thinking, we need to dive deeper than hot flashes and mood swings and dispel the taboo around the "change." So we called in the experts! This episode is dedicated to visibility across womanhood, and specifically what happens both inside our bodies, and outside in the world - when we experience menopause…. or, perimenopause for that matter.  (If you're thinking, WTF is perimenopause - that was us too! All answers are revealed in this ep!)For this conversation, we are joined by our friend and partner Cath Lee, Co-Founder of Semaine Health; and Kamili Wilson, Co-Founder & CEO of the movement and community  Menopause Made Modern.Press play to listen to this narrative rewrite on Menopause! Resources from this Episode:Menopause Made Modern - A modern menopause resource to help make your journey easier Semaine Health - A health and wellness company that takes women's pain seriously, providing natural, plant-based products that have been rigorously researched and can be taken without a prescription. Shop Semaine, and use ITALLMEDIA promo code for 20% off your first order.What Fresh Hell Is This? Perimenopause, Menopause, Other Indignities, and You by Heather CorinnaNorth American Menopause Society (NAMS)

The sole solution is the Soul Solution. How many times in life does it feel like we're searching for that one singular way to be, to live, to do that will save us the struggle and ensure we get it ‘just right.' And, then realize 100% of the time that there is no one way; but rather only our way that makes something ‘right.'This is the whole essence of Fuck “IT ALL.” Women are wrought with expectations, ‘shoulds,' pressures and limitations of who and how we should be; and this week's guest - feminist teacher and author, Vanessa Loder, joins the FIA Podcast to share her powerful and practical guide to help women who feel overwhelmed and exhausted to recover our true selves―and our joy in living. Hit play to hear Vanessa's own FIA moment(s) - yep, there are a few - and how she has developed a roadmap for coming home to yourself.You can get The Sole Solution at VanessaLoder.com.Big Love,K+KP.S. Be sure to get all the extra downloads & workbooks - yasss, we love some good homework!

FIA does manifesting! AH!If you don't already know her (and many of you do!) prepare to have your minds blown and mindset changed. Meet Jen Mazer - THE Queen of Manifestation.  Jen came to us amidst a relatively "low vibe" moment in time (OK, OK, we were losing our fucking minds!) And it was hearing her voice on another podcast that took us down the rabbit hole of some serious Internet stalking only to realize that she was right here in our backyard (not literally, we're not THAT good at manifesting... yet

Ambitious women - this episode is for you.Sarah Penna is a digital media pioneer, serial entrepreneur, mom of 1 (90% OK with this choice at the time of the recording), wife to the one-time-number-6-most popular YouTube talent, and this week's FIA woman. Sarah had a goal to build and sell a company before she turned 30. And, she did it with 15 days to spare, while also expecting her first (and only - more on that, too) child.She's the kind of woman you look at in awe, saying, "wow, does she have it all?"Like anything, the answer is, "it depends."  This conversation spans ambition, the pressure of "peaking early," motherhood, mental health, reinvention, and why it's so important to have compassion for yourself every single day. Hit play, and remember who TF you are because, like Sarah says, at the end of the day, "at least I was a pioneer."X,KLG

To the people that say money can't buy happiness, Nicole Lapin's take is that they either don't have a good relationship with money OR they don't know how to manage it well... YET. *Thinking to yourself - Eeeee, some things need to change.*  Yeh, us too. Start with this episode!

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide, family trauma and abuse, and mental health in depth. If you or someone you know is suffering from suicidal thoughts or considering suicide, please dial 988 to reach the  Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You matter. We love you. You are never alone. There are some people you put on a pedestal you're whole life, but when you peak behind the curtain, you realize they're just as human, flawed, resilient, brave, terrified and amazing as you are. That's this week's conversation - as KLG sits down with long time friend and mentor, Leah Peterson, to have what they describe as, "an honest, transparent conversation about mental health, learning how to live in the present, and giving up on the idea of "having it all."Right off the bat, Leah says, "Yeah, well, because it doesn't exist. And I think the term having it all is really very hurtful, especially to women, because we can't have it all. And the second you remove that pressure, you realize you don't have to have it all. You can be so much more real with yourself, and so much happier once you remove that label."Yep, this is the kind of BTS advice KLG has been getting for nearly a decade. You're welcome, people!Hit play to hear an intimate conversation between two friends talking through their personal realities of being ambitious women with mental health struggles; and how presence, motherhood, healing, and a lot of therapy got us to a place where we can ultimately say, "Life? Yeah, it's worth the work."See you on the other side of the EP.X, K+K

Change is hard, but it's also something to welcome, because - well - it's inevitable. Meet Cassandra Worthy - old friend, new author, and founder of the company and movement Change Enthusiasm. This conversation starts talking about Cassandra's zone of genius - the work she does with people, leaders and organizations amidst change - but quickly veers into our favorite topic - the real, real of life, and how this superwoman is on a mission to help every single one of us stand in our power amidst change. (OK, you got my attention) So what is Change Enthusiasm exactly? Well, it's simply put:The practice of harnessing the power of emotion to grow through change; andA growth mindset  Whether you're a woman in business, or just someone navigating everyday life, this episode is the dopamine hit you need to shift perspective, attune your energy, and ultimately reframe every hard thing you've ever gone through, as your goddamn superpower.X, K+K

On the other side of growth, there is always a reintroduction - who we are now, meeting who we used to be. Alopecia - it's not life threatening, but it is life altering. Meet Leah Attruia - an otherwise healthy and thriving 39 year old woman who rapidly lost all her hair over the span of 3 weeks. In our culture, women's health and beauty are synonymous; and almost always include a woman with long flowing locks to match. This conversation is a real take on Leah's experience - going from perfectly healthy mom of a toddler, to a woman hiding fistfuls of hair in a grocery bag while on vacation with friends. Today, two years after the diagnosis, Leah is sharing her story of self discovery that came with losing her hair, being diagnosed with a life-altering disease, and how life has changed - for the better and worse - and why she wouldn't go back.This episode demands to be consumed alongside a giant cup of coffee or tea - just that kind of feel good.To learn more about Alopecia - a disease very much still in its research infancy - please visit NAAF.org. OH YEAH, AND MAVEN...IT ALL Media has launched the Define, Create, Own Intensive available exclusively on Maven.com. This course is a culmination of every convo, tip, trick, resource, lived & learned experience we've had along the way - and we've curated it all (pun intended) for you.FIA listeners get $200 off with the promo code IAMEARLY (total $549)! Head over to Maven RN, or learn more at itallmedia.co/maven.X,K+K

LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX, BABY! No, really, let's talk about sex, pleasure, power, and why Vella is putting science in service of women's pleasure. Leave the shame, taboos, blushing cheeks at the door - this is a conversation about health, wellness and why pleasure is a right.Meeting the team at Vella not only was a life-altering moment for our business, but for Katie & me personally. Buckle up, 'cause we're about to blow your minds with just a few of the podcast gems you'll hear in this episode:Vella is on a mission to close the orgasm/pleasure gap. Move over pay gap, 'cause you've got a new friend sitting atop our faves list.As women, we are ambitious in every area of our lives - career, community, relationships, motherhood, etc. - yet, when you ask a woman about her sex life, "Fine." is somehow an OK answer. *blank stare* "It me." *Clicks "purchase" with ITALLMEDIA promo code for 30% off and 100% more orgasms*In 2021, Vella created the first board-certified medical drawing of an aroused female vagina. *SHOUTING* IN THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE. IN 2021. LIKE HOW?! Male arousal has been documented since the beginning of time, hence why there are far more solutions on the market. The systemic exclusion of women's pleasure in science, health, wellness, and medicine is no longer a thing - thanks to Vella.Hit play. Share with a friend. Share with a partner. Get some Vella (no seriously, use the promo code ITALLMEDIA for 30% off).ANNOUNCING IAM on MAVENAnd, then, once you've done all that head over to Maven.com to join the NEWLY LAUNCHED & EXCLUSIVELY OFFERED Define, Create, Own ™ Intensive created and taught by yours truly - Kacie & Katie, Creators of the Fuck "IT ALL" Podcast and Co-Founders of IT ALL Media. Early bird gets the worm - use IAMEARLY promo code to get $200 off the course, getting you all the tools, support, and accountability to create a life you don't need to escape from for a cool $549.OK, headed off to go use some Vella. X,K+K

"What day did we launch last year?" - KLM*checks email history*"July 15th." - KLG"That's today." - KLMWelp, happy one year to IT ALL Media - a year of doing all the things they told us were a "bad idea." Turns out, they were wrong, and we're still here saying Fuck "It All."Thanks for being here with us through the highs, lows, learnings and unlearnings; the big wins and total mishaps. We are so grateful and this is just the beginning.X, K+K

“A lot of us say ‘someday.' And I think at my mature age, one of the most important things I would say is: Make ‘someday' now. Just do it. I mean, fuck it.”Meet this week's FIA guest, Robin Hauser - award-winning director & producer of documentary films (like $avvy, bias, and CODE: Debugging the Gender Gap) and - candidly - the inspiration we needed after the roller coaster ride of entrepreneurship we've been on the past month.$avvy - Robin's film that served as the catalyst for today's conversation - examines historical, cultural, and societal norms around women and money; and explores why it's critical for women to take an active role in managing personal finance.And yet, as the conversation progressed, the catalyst was just the jumping off point to explore how financial autonomy translates to personal power, independence and freedom in almost every area of our lives. Robin's "someday" came 20 years after her initial calling; and to everyone out there, she reminds us that the most important thing we can do is to make someday, right now. 'Cause as she says, "I mean, fuck it." There ya have it - Robin Hauser. Listen here to her episode, learn more about how to screen her films at FinishLineFeatureFilms.com. And if you haven't already, go give us a follow on Insta and subscribe right here.X,K+K

BONUS EPISODE! Use code ITALLMEDIA to enjoy 20% off over at SemaineHealth.com.This episode with Semaine Health, delves into dispelling the myth of UTIs and why women ACTUALLY get them. If you're like us, you envision too much sex or a rigorous workout as to why you get that pesky UTI. Turns out - according to the Mayo Clinic the #1 "risk factor" for UTIs are "female anatomy." There ya have it folks! AND, did you know that with age UTIs become more common? This episode is fact-packed and fun-filled (it IS the FIA podcast, y'all!) talking all things UTIs, and what Semaine Health is doing to cleanse and protect women at all stages of life. Here's to female anatomy, and all the "risks" it brings!X,K+KP.S. Don't forget to use your 20% promo code: ITALLMEDIA at checkout. K, Byyyye.

In honor of Pride Month, we return to this week's FIA Podcast with our dear friends and dream partners - Cath and Lar Lee of Semaine Health.  This conversation spans topics of:Who actually has periods (FYI, it's not just women!)A lack of language to talk about anything outside of binary terms in our health systemThe power of our cycle (again, FYI, beyond reproduction!) The phases of our cycle (there are 4!) and it's impact on our immune system, energy levels, productivity, and ways of working (FYI, the patriarchy strikes again!)Shoutout to UTIs, and the #1 risk factor to getting one (FYI, female anatomy!)This episode is the health class we WISH we had in 8th grade, but instead got sometime in our mid-30s. Hit play, share with your friends, your partners, hell, your co-workers. To shop Semaine, head over to SemaineHealth.com using the 20% off promo: itallmedia. And, of course, pop over to itallmedia.co/join to get IT ALL in your inbox every single week.Hit play on this episode and the next to hear our own version of MythBusters: Dismantling UTIs!X,K+K

"This is not a self-help book. This is the story about a young woman so full of my own grief that I was ready to meet death because I could not figure out how to deal with it. This is my story, told in five parts."Meet Denayja Reese - author, producer, strategist, writer, host and FIA woman. This week the FIA Podcast went IRL - live audience, and all, OKKKK, - to talk with Denayja about her FIA moment(s), healing through grief, trauma, and addition, cultivating wellness, the radical act of sustainable and systemic self care (YES!), and how creativity and the power of story will change the world. This conversation picks up after a live screening of Denayja's visual memoir, "Don't Hurt Yourself: A Visual Memoir Of Healing Through Grief, Trauma & Addiction." Her book and accompanying short film are the culmination and creative expression of her lived and learned experiences of healing following the abrupt and unexpected death of her mother at 18 years old.In Denayja's words, "I have healed in places in which I thought I would bleed forever. I believe that you can too."If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Learn more about Denayja and the Don't Hurt Yourself project at:denayjareese.com@donthurtyourself on Instagram@girlwthatlaugh on Twitter@denayjareese on TikTokX,K+K

Happy Pride Month!!! Today we welcome one of the funniest, honest, beautiful and real women on Instagram. Linda Fruits is the founder of the content company and creator of the Instagram account @FruitsOfMotherhood that covers the sweet, sour, and sometimes rotten fruits that motherhood bears . The catalyst for this ep was a post and blog Linda shared in August 2021, called, "Why my husband and I are calling it quits - even though we still love each other."She says,"It took me 32 years to figure out what TikTok uncovered in a matter of minutes. I am attracted to women. Admitting that to myself was hard and then telling my husband was even harder...Being attracted to the same sex never occurred to me until TikTok showed me a specific type of woman I had never really been exposed to before. And I felt something I had never felt before...If you told me six months ago I would be writing this, I might've laughed in your face, but deep down inside, maybe I always knew it was coming. My content is not going to change. I'm still a mother who struggles every day, and my marriage jokes will also be the same since we're all living together under one roof...My mission and everything I do is do bring acceptance to anyone who is feeling the same. All our differences and similarities make us who we are. This is who I am, and there is no changing it. Safe to say I'm even extra fruity now.Here's to being fruity as hell, because as Linda says so beautifully, this coming out - it's more than sexuality, it's individuality.Hit play, and dive in.- K+K

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!!! KEEP READING 'CAUSE WE'RE FREAKING TF OUT.We are thrilled to announce IAM x Semaine: A Partnership to Rewrite the Narrative on Women's Health. In this brand new series from IT ALL Media, the Co-Founders of Semaine Health sit down with Kacie & Katie to talk through their own FIA moment that propelled them to start a company that is changing the face of women's health, infiltrating a system that didn't serve them and, let's be real, doesn't serve so many of us.This is the first of a several part series that is here to educate, in-power, dispel myths, get real about our own health experiences, share ah-ha moments, and of course have a little fun along the way.AND, for our IAM listeners, use the discount code ITALLMEDIA to get 20% off your first order. It's our promise that we will only endorse and collaborate with brands we personally use and love. Semaine has become a part of our daily repertoire of self care, and we're so excited to share this game-changing company with you all.X,K+K

Low key - no, fuck that, HIGH KEY - this woman had us write a whole damn blog based of the gems she dropped in our 50 min conversation. For the women who have gone off script - we have two words for you - AUDREY MCLOGHLIN. We start the conversation talking through her resume - which albeit wildly impressive and inspiring - is the least interesting thing about this woman. Yes, Audrey has built two companies inspired by the everyday women out there rewriting the rules - specifically on creating a simple, in-powered work “uniform;” AND in 2020 achieved B Corp certification for her company Frank & Eileen with an industry leading impact score of 97.5 (second only to Patagonia, NBD).BUT, what we love is her real, raw take on entrepreneurship. The struggle and power that came with leaving her marriage while 4 months pregnant with her daughter (fyi, she does not recommend this judo move for everyone). And, her pledge to give back $10M in 10 years to women-led businesses. THIS IS MATRIARCHAL MANAGEMENT.Please note: this episode is best consumed standing in front of your mirror with a dry erase marker to write down your daily affirmations for the next forever months.Shop Audrey's incredible companies below, and read more over at IT ALL Media's Blog for this week's episode's must-read gems.Frank & EileenGRAYSON

When we think of a FIA woman, we can't help but think of this week's guest, Anastasia Simon. Kacie and Anastasia met years ago at work, and reconnected in late 2020 as they were both questioning work, life, success, relationships, value and all the other life-altering, soul-crushing questions brought on by a global pandemic.Cut to two years later, we sit down to talk:  burnout (and how it's a conscious choice), the power of human design and natal charts, and how returning to who we've always been - for Anastasia, a creative and combative kid holding space for the underdog, is the key to redefining success.This episode is for all of us who have 'felt weird,' Anastasia is here to remind you AND me, "You are not weird, you're just in a weird world."Hit play to get your hit of this week's FIA mindset.X,K+K

Trigger warning - this episode includes candid conversations around pregnancy loss and miscarriages. For anyone that may find this material upsetting, skip ahead to the next episode.Talk about FIA moment. In 3 weeks, Ari Tabak had a miscarriage, quit her job, and started her own company (10/10 recommend, we talk about a visioning exercise she did with KLG that was a life changer). She shares, "I was obviously upset about not having a baby; but I was more upset about not having an out. I was mourning the loss of quitting, almost more than the loss of a baby." This kind of honesty is threaded through our entire conversation, and her work to help people do what they love far before they have their own, 'metaphorical miscarriage.'Ari is a life and career coaching, living in beautiful LA where she says, you get good weather and a therapist. Since meeting virtually over a year ago, Ari has become part of the FIA family, and we're so thrilled to share this episode (and some other collabs coming in the future - stay tuned!)X,K+K

“This is the first time in my life that I'm OK being alone. I'm so expectant for whatever comes next - it doesn't mean there won't be more sorrow, but I know there is a hell of a lot of joy.”We meet Kelli in a reflective and honest conversation the year after, what she calls, the evolution of her 20+ year marriage to the father of her three children. The past two decades were spent building a family and a career; and now in her forties, she is on her own for the first time, honoring the duality of waking up in her bed alone - honoring the thrill and fear of knowing, “that your whole life is out there.”She compares the past few years as a dark night of the soul, and in only a way that this brilliant, soulful woman can, puts words and perspective to what is arguably one of the most complex decisions we can face - the decision to evolve our family and end our marriage.Kelli's magic is in her ability to process her own experiences, and also walk through women at all stages of life through her work with Balance Tribe (women's circles & retreats), and her nonprofit Root to Rise for young women 18-25. Both of which are on our short list of fave organizations out there.Alright, go hit play to hear about the power of an expectant spirit, and what's next for this FIA women redefining ‘it all' real-time.X,K+K