I'm Over It

On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Jillian Mercado.  Jillian Mercado is an actress and model, currently acting on The L Word: Generation Q. She is one of the first models with a visible physical disability (due to muscular dystrophy) and has continually challenged beauty standards in the fashion industry. Throughout her career, Jillian has worked to fight for representation and tackle stigmas associated with the disabled community.   Listen to us talk about turning sadness into a driving force for change, being vulnerable in uncharted territory, and representing disabilities in the media.    A big thank you to our partner H&M 

On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Yrsa Daley-Ward. Yrsa is a writer, performer, and storyteller whose powerful poetry is a comment on life and self-appreciation. Her writing tackles issues dealing with all parts of the human condition, such as mental health, sexuality, love, grief, and addiction. H&M has collaborated with Yrsa for a loungewear collection dedicated to self-love.   Listen to us talk about being present with oneself, how the H&M collaboration came to be, mental health, and poetry.    A big thank you to our partner H&M 

On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Charlotte Zoller. Charlotte Zoller is a writer, digital creator, model, and creative consultant based in Los Angeles. Her Teen Vogue column, Ask A Fat Girl, explores living life in a larger body. She began her career as a music photographer, which led her to digital and social strategy for brands like Pitchfork, VH1, and Kickstarter. She now consults on the plus-size customer for fashion brands like Anthropologie and Reformation. She also happens to be one of my favorite people to follow on Instagram!   Listen to us talk about allowing yourself to be imperfect, working towards self-love, and healing as a non-linear process.    A big thank you to our partner H&M 

***TRIGGER WARNING SEXUAL ASSAULT & SENSITIVE TOPICS***   On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with producer, writer, advocate, and survivor of D.O.S & NXIVM, India Oxenberg. You most likely have heard about NXIVM as it’s been in the news quite a lot this past year! You may have even watched a documentary or two. The Vow, an HBO documentary that follows multiple people’s experience trying to get out NXIVM, or Seduced on Starz, which India produced herself.    India also wrote a book titled “Still Learning”, which details her experience before, during, and after NXIVM. “Still Learning” is available on Audible now!    I also highly recommend tuning into Seduced, which is a four-part series narrated by India herself, focusing specifically on stories of the women who were indoctrinated, blackmailed, coerced, and eventually recruited into the sex cult D.O.S., along with their path to healing.   India has bravely come out to tell HER story the way SHE experienced it ~ click here to read her victim impact statement read at Raniere’s recent sentencing (he was sentenced to 120 years)    Follow India here ~    

On this week’s episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with writer, activist, and journalist Scarlett Curtis. At only 25, Scarlett has published two books: Feminists Don't Wear Pink and Other Lies, and It’s Not Okay to Feel Blue & other lies, wrote a weekly column for The Sunday Times Style (she’s currently a contributing editor), and has co-founded the activist collective, The Pink Protest. P.S. Did we mention she’s also an official UN Women UK advocate? Listen to us talk about finding purpose through activism, how mental health affects everyone, and learning to be kinder to yourself. ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~

On this week’s episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with THE go-to expert when it comes to skincare, makeup, and all things beauty, Rio Viera Newton. As a beauty writer for The Strategist, Rio has not only tested it all when it comes to beauty but also gives consistent top tier expert advice when it comes to navigating breakouts, serums, foundation dupes, and MORE! When Rio isn’t writing, you can also find her on New York Magazine's YouTube Channel where she’ll teach you everything from how to get natural-looking freckles, to how to use one product in three different ways. Listen to us talk about Rio's skincare journey, being a smart shopper, and how to handle waking up with a breakout.    ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~

On this week's episode, I sat down with the queen of handbags and accessories, Susan Alexandra! If you don’t happen to own one of Susan’s handmade beaded bags, you’ve most definitely seen them around town. Although it’s only been a few years since Susan posted the first bag she made on Instagram—with Opening Ceremony quickly contacting her to order—the brand has expanded into accessories, and now,  face masks! Listen to us talk about how Susan started, adding meaning to your work,  and finding your own space in the fashion industry. ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~

On this week's episode of I’m over it I sat down with Alexis Williams, a 19-year-old computer science student at New York University. A little bit more than a month ago, Alexis created PB Resources, an online platform that connects people to BLM focused petitions, organizations, customized emails (which you’ve most likely used in recent weeks to send to your local government officials!), and more. BUT, that’s just one of the MANY things on Alexis’ list of accomplishments. Along with PB Resources, Alexis is also a Koding with Klossy scholar and Microsoft partner.   Listen to us talk about inequality in the tech space, how to troll Trump, and being helpful in the world.   ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~

On this week's episode, I sat down with ~Serena F*cking Kerrigan~ AKA SFK! After working at Refinery 29, with a background in being a digital creative and video producer, Serena decided to leave and pursue her own personal brand as the Queen of Confidence. Though going solo may have proved to be difficult during these times, Serena truly found her niche. Recently, she’s started her own dating show called ‘Let's Fucking Date’ which happens every Friday evening on Instagram Live—and trust me—it’s an absolute watch. On this episode, listen to us talk about dating during quarantine, becoming the queen of confidence, and building a brand.  ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~

On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sit down with Aliza Kelly—celebrity and resident astrologer at Cosmopolitan Magazine, fellow podcaster, and author! Before finding herself as a professional astrologer, Aliza was once an art gallery owner and technology co-founder of a dating app based on your star sign called Align! Listen to us talk about 2020 from an astrological perspective, empathy, and Sun/Moon/Rising signs and check out her AMAZING podcast, Stars Like Us.  Schedule a reading or check out her other work at alizakelly.com and follow her at @alizakelly ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~

Notes on the episode:   Speech by activist Tamika Mallory Former Professor at Princeton University Cornel West on Anderson Cooper Author Toni Morrison Poem written by 14-year-old William Bigby -  @William.Bigby Speech by Angela Davis     Places to donate $ Reclaim the Block: a Minnesota organization that lobbies for defunding the police and re-routing funds to affordable housing, health, violence prevention, civil rights, and renter protections    Black Visions Collective: A Black, trans and queer-led organization, that is helping lead the protests in Minneapolis    George Floyd Memorial Fund   The Brooklyn Community Bail Fund is bailing out protestors and pressuring Governor Cuomo to take action on defunding New York City police   We Love Lake Street helps to rebuild small businesses destroyed in the riots   Los Angeles Black Lives Matter chapter is fighting to adopt a "People's Budget" that reallocates police funding to vulnerable communities    Petitions to sign: Justice for Tony McDade Justice for Ahmaud Arbery Justice for Breonna Taylor Justice for George Floyd

On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with recording artist and Paper Magazine’s Culture editor, Michael Love Michael. When Michael isn’t writing profiles on individuals like Hayley Williams and introducing new music you need to have on your weekly playlist, they’re producing their own musical jams. Recently, Michael released their second song 6 Jaguars, which was inspired by an incredible story revealed in this week's episode. Listen to us talk about putting yourself out there, re-examining ambition, and finding inspiration in unlikely circumstances. Follow Michael at @michaelxomichael, me at @atlantabean, and I’m Over It at @imoveritpodcast

If you didn't know already, May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Each episode this month has been closely tied to mental health, so I decided to add to the conversation and share my personal journey. I'm so excited to release my first SOLO episode!  Listen to me talk about emotional storms, my medication journey, and accepting my diagnosis. ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean, and our podcast at @imoveritpodcast~*~  

This week on I’m Over It, I sat down with Bethany C. Meyers, an American fitness and lifestyle entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ rights activist. Bethany is the founder and CEO of the be.come Project (@thebecomeproject), an incredibly popular online fitness service that offers a body-neutral, I-can-do-it, go-on-and-love-yourself approach to boutique fitness in an accessible 25-minute routine. In this episode, we talk about toxicity of the fitness and diet industry, open relationships, and changing how we think about exercise. Be sure to follow Bethany at @bethanycmeyers and me at @atlantabean or @imoveritpodcast

Live from our bedrooms, it’s I’m Over It Season 3! To kick off the first episode of I'm Over It, I sat down with teen-extraordinaire—although soon to be 20 year old—Emily Odesser. At just fourteen, Emily co-founded and eventually became Editor in Chief of Teen Eye Magazine, an art, culture, and fashion publication COMPLETELY run by, and for creators under 19 with a circulation of over a million readers! In 2017, Emily was named one of Vice's 6 Young Activists Who Made History, in 2018, she was one of the select youth activists invited to be a part of Lebron James’ #AlwaysBelieve campaign, and in 2019, she was named one of Teen Vogue’s 21 Under 21! Fast forward to 2020, Emily currently serves as the events coordinator and Instagram manager for Sad Girls Club, and contributes to publications including Salty, Teen Vogue, Sunday Times, Broadly, W Magazine, Rookie Magazine, and NPR. Oh, and did we mention you can also find Emily educating Gen Z on issues including sex-positivity and education, curriculum reform, mental health, AND reproductive rights over on her personal page? Yeah, she’s a pretty big deal. In this episode, listen to us talk about sweatpants, our beginnings in the fashion industry, and coping with mental health in isolation. Be sure to follow Emily at @emilyodesser, me at @atlantabean, and our podcast at @imoveritpodcast  

On this week's episode, we have the live recording of the I'm Over It Holiday Party.  The I’m Over It Holiday Party consisted of a live panel recording of a podcast episode. The overarching theme of the panel was self-care over the holidays and the pros and cons of our social media-driven reality. After the panel discussion, we opened up the room to a Q&A with the guests and audience. In addition to the podcast recording, we held a clothing and book drive for the Lower Eastside Girls Club. Listen to Maluca, Jessica Hoppe, and Ali Weiss discuss self-care during the holidays, navigating social media-driven businesses, and pivoting your career. Maluca is a performer and recording artist. Follow her at @malucamala and @namaste_mami. Jessica Hoppe is a writer. Follow her at @nuevayorka. Ali Weiss is a comedian and host of the podcast Health is Hell. Follow her at @healthishell and listen to her podcast here.  A huge thank you to everyone that came out and please stay tuned for more events coming up in 2020 and beyond!  ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Natalia Mantini is an LA-born photographer based out of New York City. Entirely self-taught, Natalia has photographed for The New York Times, Viceland, Converse, and Paper Magazine. At just 31 years old she has shot an extensive list of people including J-Lo, Kim Gordon, Karen O, Barbie Ferreria, Oscar-nominated actress Yalitza Aparicio, Ashley Tisdale, and Camila Cabello, just to name a few.  Listen to us talk about navigating grief, becoming a professional photographer, and healthy coping skills.    You can find her work at nataliamantini.com and follow her at @nataliamantini   ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Chrissy Rutherford is the special projects director of HarpersBazar.com. Having always been passionate and involved in the fashion world, Chrissy has also been vocal about her struggles with anxiety.    Listen to us talk about self-sabotage, the "chill-girl" narrative, and overcoming fear of flying.    Find her work at Harper's Bazar US and follow her at @chrissyford   ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Yuna is an amazingly talented Malaysian pop superstar, with a newly released album entitled “Rouge,” featuring artists including Tyler the Creator, G-Eazy, and Jay Park. But, for those who aren’t familiar with Yuna, there are a couple of things that set the artist apart from the rest. Yuna doesn’t necessarily fit the typical Hollywood mold for what a young female singer "should" look like today. She’s a devout Muslim, has always wrapped her hair in a hijab and follows a conservative style of dress. Being a popstar has also in some ways been a second life for her—she spent her childhood and young adulthood focused on becoming a lawyer, and graduated with a Bachelor of Legal Studies degree in 2009 (with honors none the less)!! Though music was merely a hobby for Yuna back in the day, she turned it into an insanely successful—and inspiring—career. In 2016, she won a Billboard Best R&B Album award for her album “Chapters”, in 2017, she became the first Malaysian singer to be nominated for a BET Award—specifically, for the BET Centric Award for "Crush" ft. Usher—and in 2019, she received RIAA certification when her song "Crush" logged a gold-certified sales of 500,000 copies! Listen to us talk about owning your accomplishments, following your dreams, and representation in the music industry.   Find her tour dates and more at yunamusic.com and follow her at @yuna   ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

****THIS PODCAST EPISODE MAY BE TRIGGERING FOR SOME****    Mattie Larson is a former American artistic gymnast. In 2010 she was the national champion on floor exercises, and later that year at the World Championships was awarded a silver medal for competing with the USA in the team competition. Mattie continued to compete at UCLA college from 2012 to 2014.    Mattie was also one of the victims of Larry Nassar, the convicted serial child molester who was the USA Gymnastics national team doctor. Mattie, VERY powerfully and BRAVELY gave a statement during Nassar’s sentencing hearing. Since the Nassar case, Mattie has continued to be a spokesperson for sexual abuse survivors. She has helped me IMMENSELY in my own journey and is a true inspiration. I’m forever grateful for her love and support.    Listen to us talk about being a competitive gymnast for Team USA, surviving sexual abuse, and body acceptance.    Follow her at @mattlarz   ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

London born, New York based- Lynette Nylander is the founder of imaginethat, an ideas think tank that bridges the gap between editorial and brand. AKA she is the initiator of *creative content*, social strategy, copy solutions, and culturally relevant ideas for global lifestyle brands like Nike, Universal Music, Citizens of Humanity, Alexander Wang, and Vevo. She has worked with publications such as American Vogue, Dazed, iD, AnOther, Net-a-porter, and The Guardian. She is also the founder of Onomatopoeia Publishing, that publishes books, zines and other ephemera for mass consumption and personal pleasure. OH and she was featured in the Forbes 30 under 30. SHE'S A REAL QUEEN!!! Listen to us talk about self-deprecating tendencies, getting out of a "scroll-hole", and acknowledging your privilege.  Find her work at https://lynettenylander.com/ and follow her on Instagram at @lynettesaid ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Shelby Lorman is a comedian, writer, illustrator, and mastermind behind the GENIUS Instagram @Awardsforgoodboys. She recently released her first book of illustrations by the same name which can be found here.  Definition of a "good boy": good boy / good boi /  noun A man who would never do anything explicitly "bad" (by his own measure) but, consciously or not, uses his "goodness" as a shield behind which he can get away with still-pretty-bad behavior on the grounds that it's not outwardly horrific. Listen to us talk about bad Tinder dates, connecting online vs IRL, and, of course, Awards for Good Boys.  ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~    

Deja Foxx is a reproductive health activist, community organizer, future POTUS, and overall badass. She first garnered attention for her confrontation with Arizona Senator Jeff Flake regarding his support of legislation to take away Title X federal funding from Planned Parenthood. Currently enrolled in Columbia University, she focuses her energies around changing sex education in low-income communities and is the founder of Gen Z Girl Gang - a group that translates community organizing into a social media space for women and femmes.    Listen to us talk about changing the way we teach sex education, collaborating vs competing, and breaking into spaces.    Follow her on twitter and instagram~*   ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Bonnie Wright is an actress, director, and a Greenpeace oceans ambassador. Some of you may know her as Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter movies, but she is currently focusing on directing and writing her own films. Bonnie's directorial debut premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2012 and since then has worked on many other incredible projects. She even owns her own production company, Bon Bon Lumiere. Bonnie is very involved in environmental activism and dedicates a lot of her time to advocating for sustainability.  Listen to us talk about developing a love for film beyond acting, easy ways to live sustainably, and the Harry Potter experience.  Follow her at @thisisbwright ~ ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

As some of you may already know, Margaret Cho is a multi-talented comedian, actor, writer, designer, singer, and most recently, podcast host. An Emmy Nominated comedian, Cho is currently performing her Fresh Off The Bloat tour across the US.  Listen to us talk about being a woman in comedy, representation in the film industry, and New York in the 90s.    Follow her at @margaret_cho and find her tour dates and podcast, The Margaret Cho, on her website, www.margaretcho.com   ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Mira Mariah is a tattoo artist, illustrator, self-proclaimed internet-girl, and a voice for the disabled community. Famously known as Ariana Grande’s tattoo artist, she currently works at Fleur Noire Tattoo Parlour in Brooklyn.  Listen to us talk about being a single mom, finding moments of affordable luxury, and the Kardashian effect.  Check her out at @girlknewyork and www.girlknewyork.com  ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Bianca Valle is a multi-disciplinary artist, content creator, and certified holistic nutritionist (she hosts weekly pro-bono health talks over the phone that she schedules through her website) Making nutrition and health accessible to people from all walks of life is her main motivation behind what she does. She studied photography at NYU, was one of the first Milk makeup employees, and was a beauty editor at Nylon Magazine (PRINT!) As a model,  she has worked with brands such as Nike, Urban Outfitters, Sandy Liang, Madewell, and Gap. She recently put out her zine, “A Note On Wellness”, that she wrote and illustrated.  Listen to us talk about career development, healthy eating habits, and becoming the woman you want to be.  Check her out at @vbiancav & www.biancavalle.com ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Devon Lee Carlson is the co-founder of those insanely cute phone cases Wildflower Cases, an instagram *STAR*, a model, and according to New York magazine is the #1 shopping influencer, even beating out YouTuber Emma Chamberlain and Rihanna!! She's also one of the HAPPIEST girls I know

Ali Weiss is a native New York actress, host, nonfiction writer, and most importantly the self-proclaimed "Bukowski of wellness". Ali is the host of her own podcast, Health Is Hell, which satirizes the absurdity of America’s KALE-CRAZED culture by presenting candid conversations about taboo and imperfection in place of green juice and gyrotonic exercise. She also has a talk show called "Open Session" on Vice (the most recent episode was about cannabis and sex), and has written pieces for Refinery 29, Playboy, and New York Magazine. I highly suggest finding her on instagram AND checking our her podcast! Listen to us talk about spiritual awakenings, spending time alone, and self care VS #wellness.  Be sure to follow me @Atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast 

Maluca is a performing and recording artist, actor, activist, and a self proclaimed full time pain-in-the-ass. She recently started her own urban wellness blog called Namaste Mami which centers around spirituality and self care but is specifically geared towards the Queer and POC communities, something she realized was lacking. She has songs with artists like Robyn (who she just performed at Madison Square Garden with) and Diplo. Listen to us talk about investing in yourself, fighting perfectionism, and learning how to advocate for others. Follow Natalie @Maluca & @Namaste_Mami and be sure to look out for her new music coming soon! Xo @Atlantabean 

Kate Bosworth is an actress, producer, *STYLE ICON*, proud step momma to Jasper, animal lover, and overall QUEEN. She recently executive produced her first film, Nona, a story that sheds light on the Human Trafficking trade, and both she and her husband just opened a nonprofit arts school in Montana. What a lady! I've known Kate since I was a wee little one. We couldn't quite figure out the timeline but, well, a LONG time! I've always admired Kate and consider her to be one of my biggest girl crushes. Listen to us talk about creativity, rejection, and Blue Crush (duh!) Thank you Kate

On Season 2 episode 1, I’ve done something completely different. In partnership with & Other Stories I hosted a live panel at their LA Atelier (AKA their showroom) The panel consisted of three women who use their platforms for good. Erica Chidi Cohen is an author, doula, and CEO of Loom, a space providing sexual education about everything from periods to parenting. Kat Collings, is the Editor in Chief of Who What Wear, and Tera Uhlinger is the program director of Sexy Beast L.A., an organization raising funds for Planned Parenthood through creative collaborations and events. Listen to us talk about everything from social media and how it affects our mental health, menstrual cycles, struggling with “branding”, and the biggest issues we’ve struggled with in getting to where we are today. Thank you again to & Other Stories for hosting this and giving me the opportunity to try something new. ~*~ @Atlantabean ~*~ @ImOverItPodcast ~*~

Bria Vinaite is a ~*~gemini~*~, actress, writer (she's working on her own script!!!!), and all around POSITIVITY SPREADER! You may recognize her from either her instagram handle @ChronicFlowers , or maybe from that really amazing movie called The Florida Project. Both are equally as likely. I first met Bria at a dinner for Tiffany & Co (Shoutout Natalia Sanchez!!) and knew I wanted to be her friend immediately.  Listen to us talk about her experience working with Willem Dafoe, being a "bad kid", the balance between separating the art from the artist (or in some cases not at all), and finding a career later in life. She's @ChronicFlowers and I'm @Atlantabean

Ashleigh Tribble is an intersectional feminist, activist, and cultural commentator. I came accross Ashleigh’s Instagram because she was one of the first girls to post about the revolve fat-phobic drama (do y’all remember that?) I respected the F*CK out of her ability to call shit out and say it how it was... Most recently she’s been approached by Teen Vogue to do interviews surrounding her most recent “call out” of Savage X Fenty sizing and just last week she posted photos of asshole tinder daters and explanations of why toxic dating culture is so hurtful. There may or may not be a little bit of tea spilled, too.  All I’ll say is... I *GUARANTEE* if you’re female identifying, you’re going to feel EMPOWERED after listening to this episode. Ashleigh literally brought me to tears. I could’ve listened to her speak for another whole hour. PSA: Men, we don't hate you, we just know you can do better.   She's @AshleighChubbyBunny and I'm @Atlantabean

According to the Sex Workers Outreach Program, sex work is any type of labor where the explicit goal is to produce a sexual response in the client. Sex work includes prostitution, but it also includes a bunch of other things such as stripping, webcam work, porn, phone sex, being a sugar baby, etc. There are many, many, many articles posted online about sex work, but they're typically written by researchers and academics-- AKA not from sex workers themselves. I recently had a friend of mine share with me that she was a sex worker and that she wanted to start speaking openly about it in hopes of removing stigma and eventually decriminalizing sex work. She chose to stay anonymous because unfortunately sex workers are some of the most stigmatized and marginalized people. She took the time to sit with me and educate me on so many of the issues sex workers face. I think this is a very important topic that needs to be spoken about more. Due to the recent passing of the SESTA/FOSTA bill, raising awareness about sex work has never been more important.  If you are interested in learning about the realities of consensual (consensual sex work is different than human trafficking, although they are often lumped together) sex work please listen to this podcast. Educate yourself. It's 2019! Regardless of how you feel about the sex work industry, sex workers, like any other people who work any other job, deserve support and basic protection.The ability to safely work and support themselves financially is a human right.  

Yaris Sanchez is a Dominican Republic born, NYC raised, model, aspiring actress (she's been working hard in acting classes and that shit is NOT easy), hot momma, and vintage style queen. She's been featured in some magazines which you've probably heard of - Vogue, Dazed, Esquire, the Fader, AND New York Magazine. She's built a loyal following on Instagram/Twitter/and Facebook over the last few years and now she's using it to inspire others. Listen to us talk about the judgement that comes with owning ones sexuality and body, spiritual awakenings, and being a young mom. She's @Yaris_Sanchez And I'm... @Atlantabean Yay!!

For my 20th episode (YAY!!!!) My guest is Candace Reels She is an LA-based activist and the founder of Female Collective, an apparel brand and online community that celebrates, empowers, supports, and uplifts all women. Her instagram @FemaleCollective is one of my favorite Instagram accounts to follow. She ALWAYS brings the heat with female-oriented, down with the patriarchy, intersectional feminist memes, twitter screenshots, motivational (but not in a corny way) posts. I've been wanting to have her on my podcast since the very beginning and I'm SO glad we finally got to do it.  Listen to us talk about authenticity, self care, and "grown up" friendships.  She's @CandaceReels founder of @FemaleCollective  And I'm... @Atlantabean

Hannah Bronfman is the definition of a modern day Renassaince woman. She is a wellness guru, a world wide adidas ambassador (you may have caught her in a commecial during the Oscars), an author (pre-order her book "Do What Feels Good: Recipes, Remedies, and Routines to treat your body right available on Amazon now), the founder of HBFit a blog focusing on beauty, health, and wellness, a damn good DJ, an app creator, and a style queen.  Hannah was one of the first girls I know who took her background in music and fashion and combined it with health and wellness. She always seems to be moving forward developing new projects, but also continuing to grow the ones shes already created. She's a legit business woman and I learned a hell of a lot from sitting down with her for an hour. I will definitely be listening to this episode again. Thank you Hannah! Listen to us talk about how her wellness journey began, being a business woman in 2018, and turning negatives into positives. She's @HannahBronfman And I'm @Atlantabean

Shelby Sells is a writer, director, and photojournalist based out of NYC. Shelby interviews people of all ages, genders, and races on their experiences with love, sex, and relationships. She's also back in school working towards her getting her masters in psychology. Werk, werk, werk, werk, werk. Listen to us talk about communication, overthinking, and lots and lots of sex. *Wink wink* She's @SweaterPupz And I'm @Atlantabean  

Laura Brown is the editor-in-chief of InStyle magazine. We originally met when she was working at Harper's Bazaar, and she has always been one of the loveliest people I've known in the fashion industry. She breaks down her entire work history, starting from working at a little Australian magazine called Mode, to where she is now. Laura was kind enough to let me set up all my nerdy podcast gear in her big girl office in downtown NYC. One of my favorite things about Laura is that she doesn't take herself too seriously, and is, as she states "down to clown". She left me with some great tidbits of advice which I'm stoked I get to share with all of you. Listen to us talk about creating something of your own, supporting other women, and Janet Jackson.  She's @LauraBrown99 And I'm... @Atlantabean THANK YOU AGAIN LAURA BROWN!!! YOU ARE A WONDERFUL AUNTIE ANGEL!!!!!  

Greta Titelman is a comedian and co-host of the podcast Lady Lovin.  Listen to us talk about technology from the early 2000s, spirituality, and calling out misogynists.  She's @Gertiebird And I'm... @Atlantabean

Charli Howard is an author of TWO books Splash and Misfit, an activist, model, and the co-founder of the All Woman Project.    ***The All Woman Project is a non profit foundation aiming to better the lives of girls and women worldwide by displaying true, beautiful, positive and unretouched images of women in photos and video campaigns. AWP organizes many events, workshops, and meetings for different age groups, and encourages those who participate to form their own clubs and organizations so that they may carry the message of self-love into their own communities.*** Charli is someone I've followed closely since we first met at the AWP (All Woman Project) + Aerie collaboration party. Watching her journey (mostly online) has been really inspiring. She's as smart and clever as she is beautiful and it was a real treat to do this podcast with her.  Listen to us talk about body neutrality, changing schools, and bulimia. She's @CharliHoward And I'm... @Atlantabean

Alexia Elkaim is the founder and creative director of the ready to wear brand, Miaou. Getting her start in denim, the female entrepreneuress (this is a new word I'm trying) has now developed in Sport, shoes AND Miaou vintage. She's also most importantly one of my favorite style queens, my roommate and BFF. Listen to us talk about fuzzy friends, dressing in Spice Girl themes, and branding. She's @AlexiaElkaim And I'm @Atlantabean By the way.. I'm adding a portion to the podcast where you can email me questions you'd like answered by my guests and I at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com so email me!!    

Jilly Hendrix is both the host of her own podcast called, "As Seen Online" focusing on internet trends and pop culture - and also the co-host of "Lady Lovin'" - a podcast focusing on empowering women through inspiring interviews.  Listen to us talk about scumbro style, botox, and beginning to think about having kids. She's @JillyHendrix And I'm @Atlantabean By the way.. I'm adding a portion to the podcast where you can email me questions you'd like answered by my guests and I at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com so email me!!

Carmen Fozzard is a curve model originally from Mozambique, who grew up in Maryland, and recenty moved to NYC. She is a champion of her own self harm scars, an avid Law & Order watcher (seriously, I've never met anyone who's binge watched like this girl has binge watched), and a fellow carbohydrate lover. Listen to us talk about self harm/cutting, "older" men, the differences between being 22 and 26, mental breakdowns, and the effects of cat calling.  She's @Fozzisbozz And I'm @Atlantabean By the way.. I'm adding a portion to the podcast where you can email me questions you'd like answered by my guests and I at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com so email me!!

My guest this week is Jane Belfry. Jane has a website called The Thicc and it's really fucking rad. Jane comes from a background of writing, personal shopping, and styling, which all point toward creating a platform like The Thicc! The Thicc is a women's lifestyle website centered around all the good stuff AKA beauty, mental wellness, fashion, and pretty much ALL other things related to our bodies. In starting The Thicc she's hoping to create an open, honest, funny, and candid conversation around EVERY FACET of female identifying people. Amen sister. I think we talk about every single topic possible, but SOME of the things we mention are affordable therapy, skin care on a budget, HATRED of exercise/cardio, CBD oil, shorts (y'all know how I feel about these- and apparently I'm NOT alone in it), online shopping (and the nightmare of ordering multiple different sizes and hoping one of them fits right), and being okay with not loving EVERY single particle and scar on your body. You can also head over to The Thicc and read more indepth on a lot of these issues. Which I HIGHLY, HIGHLY, reccomend.  She's @JaneBelfry  And I'm... @Atlantabean   *~* Email me questions you'd like to ask me and my guests at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com *~*

For this episode I’m sitting with Ali Cutler. We met in a very 2018 way… INSTAGRAM! I ended up stalking her online because I loved so many of the pieces she designed in her collaboration with Reformation. We met for the first time the other night where she was dancing up a storm on a concert hall balcony! My kind of girl. Ali is a model at Muse Management who's based in NYC. She is both a body positivity and environmental advocate. She is also a California native (which could explain her love of nature, maybe?), a lover of pitbulls, a certified yoga instructor, AND a Lord of The Rings fan girl (Gandalf, where you at?) Listen to us talk about vision boards, hormonal acne, designing clothing collaborations, Gaia Theory (she really broke it down and DAMN it’s amazing), being yourself in the fashion industry, “in-betweenies”, spirituaity, and treating the world with love. She's @Ali_Tate_Cutler And I'm... @Atlantabean   *~* Email me questions you'd like to ask me and my guests at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com *~*

I hunted down Rachael Finley (AKA @instasteak) by harassing my other friends and trying to get her number. Her handle was always popping up on my feed and with a name like Steak, I recognized it. She looked like someone I would want to be friends with, and after this podcast… I think we’re real friends now? Rachael- correct me if I’m wrong. She is a clothing designer/business owner- Her two lines are called Hot Lava and Teenage. She has an advice column called Steak Talk and it’s got a serious following. If you have any questions for Mizz Steak, check it out at http://steaktalk.tumblr.com/. She’s also mom to an incredibly cute four year old girl named Mars, and two gargantuan dogs named Primo and Valentine. Listen to us talk about bringing kids into the world when you’ve had a challenging childhood, speaking about your feelings to people you’re intimidated by, trying new things, nakedness, Gloria Allred (she interviewed her for Vice and I’m so jealous), social media rules in intimate relationships, and fair weather friends. I'm... @Atlantabean And she's @Instasteak also... cute clothes here --> @ShopHotLava @Teenage   *~* Email me questions you'd like to ask me and my guests at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com *~*

For those of you who don't know, April is sexual assault awareness month. I thought it would be a good opportunity to focus mostly on that in this episode. This episode is different then others I've put out in that my guest is remaining anonymous. She was willing to sit with me and tell me her story, but preffered to keep it private which I completely understand. I think it's important to share our conversation with you because I've found that being able to relate to other women who have gone through what I've gone through has truly been one of the most healing things through this entire process.  We talk a lot about life after the fact, which includes things such as... bad dates, wearing the same clothes for months on end, weight gain, dick cleanses, rude police officers, having your attacker contact you, finding forgiveness, and reclaiming your body in the korean spa. BUT... even through all of the heaviness there are some really good laughs and we definitely find the humor in all of it.  I hope that these kinds of conversations can help remove the shame around sexual assault. I still struggle with it myself, although it is MUCH MUCH MUCH better then it was when it first happened. My goal in speaking about it is that we can move towards a world where women and girls don't feel as ashamed, alone, or embaressed about what happened to them. Enjoy the episode. You are all loved! I'm @Atlantabean    *~* Email me questions you'd like to ask me and my guests at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com *~*

Since April is sexual assault awareness month, I thought it would be awesome to speak to some of my friends about their experiences with assault/rape. (I still find it hard to use the "R" word) In this episode, my friend Amber and I share with each other our experience moving through our assaults and the tools we used and things we did that helped us get to the other side. It was a really incredible experience for me to sit down with Amber and I hope you'll feel that too. As a PSA I should mention: We are NOT professionals (Counselors, therapists, etc).  Amber and I met on a photoshoot she was producing. She's a woman's health advocate (she spoke on behalf of Planned Parenthood in California's capital, Sacramento), she worked at Vogue, is mom to a teeny weeny pug named Mabel, a Harvard Graduate, and a sexual assault survivor.  Listen to us talk about having PTSD while being intimate after the fact, trying to socialize and make new friends, discussing (or not) your assault with a new partner, abortions, and salads vs sandwiches. She's... @Amber_Schiffer And I'm... @Atlantabean   *~* Email me questions you'd like to ask me and my guests at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com *~*  

I've known Jesse Jo pretty much my entire life. Our families were friends which meant we were friends. I've always had the biggest girl crush on her. When people ask me who my style icon is she always comes to mind. Real talk. She's one of those people who has a certain "je ne sais quoi"... As the French would say. In listening back to this podcast I realized how cool it is that even though we've had our ups and downs, we're still tight as hell. I'm very lucky to have her as a friend.  Jesse Jo is a musician (her debut album is coming out in September!!!! VERY exciting news), a clothing designer (She designs a hell of a lot for her family company Chrome Hearts), a SELF PROCLAIMED "Halloween Whore" (AKA an Elvira in the making), and one of the most generous people I know. Listen to us talk about year long Halloween, our partying days, the word "chick", little sisters who are millenials, bikini pics, seperating from our families, and girl compliments. This podcast will probably make our boyfriends jealous. We love eachother a lot. She's... @JesseJoStark And I'm...  @AtlantaBean Yay!   *~* Email me questions you'd like to ask me and my guests at ImOverItPodcast@Gmail.com *~*