Sophisticated Mess

*Warning for anyone who doesn't like to talk about diet culture or food and weight related topics*   Decided to switch it up and film a chill get ready with me! This is basically my version of a stream! I just wanted to talk a little bit about my relationship with food and the ups and downs I've experienced with being a pescatarian and then a vegan for the last 7 years. Nutrition, diet, and lifestyle are such interesting topics to discuss but they can also be difficult for a lot of people to manage (myself included sometimes), and with quarantine and my own erratic schedule, it's all been on my mind lately. I talk about diet culture, food and weight, body image, carb cycling, comparison to others, embarrassing stories from high school, and also explain how I became pescatarian and then vegan in the first place! Make sure to watch along on YouTube to see me do my makeup! Thanks for listening! Watch me get ready on YouTube! Follow on Instagram Tweet Me

Shorter episode today as I share with you some of the BEST ADVICE I've ever stumbled upon on the internet !! Maybe it's a matter of hearing this at the right time in my life or a coincidence that it's the start of the new year but seriously, if you've been feeling a little scattered and unmotivated lately ... THIS is for you. I HIGHLY recommend watching the video I was referencing and letting me know what you think in my youtube comments. Thanks for listening! The video I was referencing Watch on Youtube My Instagram Tweet Me

Back on my own for this one and it is messyyyy if I do say so myself. If you listened to my December 4th episode on Costochondritis, this one is similar in that I'm just having a very honest conversation with myself and using this as a soundboard for offloading my own bull$h*t. In this episode I talk about my ummmmmmm controversial opinions on Christmas/gifting, love languages, tapping into my emotional side, why I think I need therapy, my anxious, avoidant tendencies, and my resolutions for 2021. Thanks for listening ! Cliffnotes: Wear a mask, minimalism is cool, holidays can be hard, saying the truth is harder, we all need a little bit of therapy, and let's try new things in 2021 Watch on YouTube Follow me on IG Tweet Me

The first podcast of 2021!! Today I have two very special guests, Ryan Reeves and Reid Taylor, who are here to catch up and talk about some of the craziest things that happened while we were in high school. Together, we reminisce about some of the most memorable fights we saw, classroom shouting matches, prom night, our first impressions, and our funniest teachers! Plus Ryan and Reid talk about their own college experience and what their plans are after graduation. Hope you enjoy the episode, thanks for listening! Follow Ryan: Instagram | Twitter Follow Reid: Instagram | Twitter Follow me on Instagram Tweet Me!

This week we get to know Annie Nguyen, one of the strongest 52kg collegiate powerlifters in the US, and hear her meet recap from the December 12th Collegiate Cup in San Antonio! In today’s episode, she opens up about her childhood, her interests outside of powerlifting, and tells the infamous story about how she missed weight in the 2019 USAPL National powerlifting competition! Thanks for listening! Watch on Youtube Follow Annie! Find me on Instagram Tweet Me

A very unedited podcast this week. Weird things happen, but it is what it is! Hope everyone is staying healthy and happy :) I know I was being pretty nonchalant and laughing during this podcast (I swear I only know how to ignore my problems and make them seem less severe than they are), but costochondritis is very serious and scary and many people deal with pain for years. It doesn't show up on any scans, and many doctors will tell you it goes away with rest/painkillers and it's nothing to worry about, even when people my age, younger, and older end up in the ER because of it. It interferes with every aspect of daily life and can cause severe anxiety even when it comes to completing basic tasks. Flare-ups can be random and triggered by something as simple as bending down, picking up a backpack, or a car turning too sharply. If you also have this condition I am very sorry, and I know how difficult it is to fully understand why or how this happened and to deal with it every day (especially if you also have fibromyalgia or other pain conditions) I'm only just beginning to process how I'm going to work, exercise, and live with Costo while it's healing and the gravity of the situation. But I'm learning every day, and I've found some really helpful resources online that I've linked below, along with the backpod I'm using to stretch and recover. If anyone has any questions, information, or an experience that they want to share, please DM me or comment on the YT video linked below. Thanks for listening Link to physiotherapist Steve August who had it himself 7 years and developed a method for healing from Costochondritis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8k2LCLeR24&t=4s Link to the backpod: https://www.amazon.com/Backpod-Treatment-Smartphones-Computers-Costochondritis/dp/B01LYNZBV3 Link to the Reddit post that is EXTREMELY informative and helpful: https://www.reddit.com/r/costochondritis/comments/dln944/the_3_cornerstones_of_curing_costochondritis/

Listen to small business owner and franchise consultant Reva Enzminger share her journey to success, from being a bartender in Austin to a seven store Edible Arrangements franchise owner! As a fellow UT graduate AND communications major, she gives me advice on finding opportunities out of college and also talks about what she's learned in the years she's spent working for Dell, growing her businesses, and managing/mentoring thousands of people. Hope you enjoy this episode! Thanks for listening! Watch this on YouTube! Follow on IG Tweet Me

This is PART 2 of my chill conversation with Cassy from last week! We pivot the discussion to talk about imposter syndrome and how to know if you deserve the online hype and also touch on topics like self-image, pictures on dating apps, self-confidence with and without makeup, and finally, Ariana Grande's new album Positions. Thanks for listening! Watch on YouTube Instagram Twitter Follow Cassy @Casslyfts

What do you know, on Friday the 13th I’m releasing my 13th episode of the Sophisticated Mess podcast! In this episode, Cassy is BACK to talk about some exciting things she’s been up to lately like her recent fitness apparel campaign with IronRebel. She also shares her thoughts on topics like social media reputation, censoring yourself online, and avoiding unwanted male attention. She even talks about her experience with a stalker!! Make sure to come back next week for part 2 of the conversation! Thanks for listening! Watch on Youtube! Follow Cassy on all her platforms at @casslyfts Find me on Instagram Tweet Me

Here's PART 2 of last week's episode with special guests, Ron Taylor and Ron Bolar where we continue the discussion about business, taking risks, not being afraid of making mistakes, and so much more! I hope you find the conversation as fascinating as I did and enjoy their insight on what it's truly like being small business owners. Don't forget you can watch along on YouTube too! Thanks for listening! Watch on Youtube! Instagram Tweet Me

Welcome to PART 1 of the two-part episode I traveled all the way to OHIO for, with very special guests Ron and Ron! I’m so happy to FINALLY have my Dad (Ron Bolar) on to share his story and talk a little bit about the world of business, and what better way to do that than alongside another successful entrepreneur, Ron Taylor! Now working together in an exciting new business venture, these two have a lot to share about their own experiences including why they decided to leave successful 9-5 management positions in sales to grow their own businesses and work in multi-store franchise systems like Edible Arrangements and The Simple Greek. Hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to tune in next week for Part 2! Thanks for listening! Watch on Youtube My Instagram Tweet Me

hi, this is a culmination of a semester cut short, a quarantined summer, and a fully online senior year. I talk a lot about loneliness and friend groups as if I have no friends lol which is not true at all, it's just we don't see each other nearly as much due to the virus, all of us being in different majors, having full schedules and some of my friends living out of state. All of this coupled with my birthday just really led me to an extremely introspective place, so if I seem a little crazy it's cuz I MIGHT BE OKAY- Other topics in this episode: unrealistic beauty standards, getting older, adult braces, shaving off my eyebrows, traveling abroad, being addicted to our phones, the meaning of life, AND at the end, I answer a relationship question written in by a listener !! ALSO - We've made it to the 10th episode! Now we have two reasons to celebrate! Thanks for listening! Watch on Youtube Follow me on Instagram Tweet Me

This week I’m happy to have my friend, the former co-president of the Longhorn Powerlifting team, and overall amazing human, Shenina Delfin, join me on the podcast! She shares a little bit about her journey coming to UT and how she found her way, what life is really like after graduating college (esp. in 2020 during a global pandemic), and the importance of self-discovery and mental health. This was a really interesting conversation and I hope you learn something new! Enjoy! Follow Shenina Follow me on Instagram Tweet Me

Hi y’all, today’s topic is all about FITNESS, specifically 10 things I’ve learned in my 5 years of training! I’m by no means an expert or a licensed professional, but these are some really helpful tips I’ve picked up along the way. I’ve tried exclusively HIIT training, Cross Country running, bodybuilding, and powerlifting and all of those experiences taught me a lot about “fitness” and how it differs for every single person. I know that in the beginning, I wish someone would’ve pulled me aside and said hey - you should STOP doing this or START doing that, so in this episode, I laid out 10 tips that may be helpful for someone on their own fitness journey! Make sure to listen all the way till the end to hear a bonus tip! Thanks for listening! Watch on Youtube Follow me on Instagram Tweet Me!

In today’s rollercoaster of an episode, my good friend Trevor Carmona joins me on the podcast to discuss losing friends, gaining followers, and being a true ally! Not only is he an extremely strong powerlifter, but he’s also a talented TikTok dancer, fellow podcaster, and YouTuber! We have a lot of fun talking about social blades, high school twitter beef, and getting banned from twitter (oops) only to switch gears and get serious about his experience with digital friendships, the realities of meeting people with large social media followings, separating business from personal feelings, and most importantly, social justice and the Black Lives Matter movement. Thanks for listening! Watch on Youtube Trevor's Podcast // Trevor's Youtube // Follow him on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter - @trevorjc116 Follow me on Instagram Tweet Me

Hi guyssss in another episode today where I contemplate my life decisions, I talk about majoring in Communication studies, the pros and cons of having a generic bachelor's degree, and what that means for getting a job after graduation. I ALSO talk a little bit about the job market now that little miss Corona and quarantine has made everyone and their mom into social media stars. Stick around till the end to hear my tips and advice for overcoming the anxiety of graduating without any clear plans for the future !! Thanks for listening :) *Also I do know what PR and HR jobs are now :))) I actually looked it up after 2 years of being in my major lol Watch on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Tweet Me To see some of the powerlifting video work I did for Cassy, check out Cassy's Youtube channel!

In today's episode, I sit down with my brother Jake (the cooler sibling in my opinion) who seems to have life all figured out even though he's only 20 years old! In the 3 years I've been away at college he somehow learned the secret to saving money (!!) and the key to gaining followers on Instagram (!!!) which he kindly shared with the class. We also talk a little bit about his go-to music artists, working on cars, photography, how to network and build relationships, and the importance of good friendships :) Thanks for listening! Follow Jake on Instagram Watch on Youtube! Follow me on Instagram Tweet Me: @thereal_niko

Hello boys and girls, welcome to therapy :) In today's episode, I give you my secret to super-fast cold brew coffee, tell a story where a woman literally tried to RECRUIT ME for her business by approaching me in the gym, and casually mention that I may have run across a potential serial killer at Walmart. BUT most importantly, I share my take on the topics of self-doubt, insecurity, and breaking out of your shell, especially as it relates to sharing your work with others online. Enjoy this mixed bag of emotions!! Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/K3y41ip-IEE Tweet Me: @thereal_niko Instagram: @nicolebolar.blog

Today I'm so excited to bring a USA National Powerlifting Champion (and more importantly one of my best friends), Cassy Carlton, onto the podcast! In this episode, we talk about fitness in college, the stigma surrounding females in weightlifting, and how to change the narrative around feminine and masculine physiques in the media. We also share some personal stories about gaining confidence in the weights section of the gym, and what it's like to be small girls who lift big weights as powerlifters at the University of Texas! Make sure to watch us over on YouTube! Video coming soon, subscribe and turn on the bell to make sure you don't miss it! :) @therealniko Check out my Instagram @nicolebolar.blog Follow Cassy! Instagram: @casslyfts tiktok: @casslyfts Twitter: @Cassy_Carlton YouTube: Cassy Carlton

Ahh a good old relationship Q/A. Tried and true...who's in the mood for some advice? Dating in college, AND in quarantine is HARD so in this episode, I give my two cents on dealing with a player, becoming more than "just friends," meeting new people, and taking things too personally -- Along with other fun little topics sprinkled in between. If you've ever had dating troubles, this one is for you! Youtube video coming soon! Make sure to check @therealniko to hang out with me on video :) Instagram: @nicolebolar.blog

WELCOME to the first episode of Sophisticated Mess! Started out with a bang and released 3 episodes at once -- how's that for a first time podcaster??? In this truly messy first episode, I (Nicole) give a little back story on myself and the path that led me to start a podcast in the middle of 2020. Learn a little bit about my dream jobs from childhood to present and strap in for future episodes where I'll be diving deeper into topics helping me better understand myself and life as a legal adult. Follow along with the video version on YouTube @therealniko and feel free to leave questions and feedback in the comments! Stay messy, stay cute, stay healthy friends :) Watch on YouTube! therealniko Tweet me: @thereal_niko Instagram: @nicolebolar.blog