The Girl With The Self-Esteem Issues

Nikki Sharp knows too well that "skinny" shouldn't be the ideal. The former model turned health coach and wellness blogger has dedicated her career to the pursuit of healthy living and to disproving the idea that being skinny leads to happiness. In this episode, she talks to Rosie about why detoxing isn't' a bad word, and Rosie opens up about her own weight loss journey.

Emergency room doctor and former Bachelorette contestant Jedidah Ballard knows that health and fitness can feel daunting, which is why he wants to get the record straight. From revealing the real truth about why diets don't work to insider secrets on how people can make time for fitness, Jedidiah debunks myths while reminding listeners that small changes can make a big difference.

Carnie Wilson, part of the trio comprising Grammy-winning group Wilson Phillips, has led a blessed life of which many could only dream. Yet, the journey was plagued with battling inner demons along the way. From addiction to struggling with body image issues, Carnie openly shares her hard-earned wisdom with fans and family alike. Now a mother living honestly in real life and on social media, Carnie speaks candidly with Rosie about having an addictive personality and how she's learned to finally love her body.

Relationship and sex coach Ashley Manta speaks with Rosie about why cannabis is an important part of her sex routine and how it can also help others get in touch with their mind and body. She opens about how cannabis helped her rediscover her love for sex after having experienced trauma and shares some steamy tips on how couples can spice up their sex life using the power of CBD.

Business owner and brow expert Kelley Baker has worked with stars including Cardi B and the Kardashians, yet not many know that Kelley started her business empire while raising a son on her own. Now a teenager, Kelley's son has taught her a lot about motherhood, being a boss (or not), and what it means to do things independently. She shares some of her best mom and boss tips with Rosie, as well as some brow wisdom.

Why is there such a taboo around mothers asking for help from time to time? That's what Rosie and Super Mamas hosts, Bricia and Paulina are trying to get to the bottom of in this episode which explores shame around mothering and how to speak up when it's become too much. Paulina also opens about her experience with postpartum depression, and Bricia gets real about why the "perfect mother" doesn't exist.

Singer, dancer, and TV personality Amara la Negra opens up to Rosie about what it was like being homeless while trying to achieve her dreams in the entertainment industry. Sharing candidly about money and giving back, Amara talks about overcoming obstacles and what financial independence means to her and her family.

Dance duo and married couple Ataca y la Alemana are known around the world for their sexy dance moves, but behind the fame and the bachata dances is a couple that has remained strong despite their challenges. Together they sit down with Rosie to talk about how they manage jealousy in a world of intimate dancing, and what it's really like working with your romantic partner.

Join life coach and TV personality Rosie Mercado as “The Girl With The Self Esteem Issues,” relationship edition! Get ready for even more honest (and juicy) conversations between Rosie and her guests as they explore the world of relationships. From familial to intimate, there’s no corner they won’t cover. Airing weekly in both English and Spanish.

You wouldn’t believe it now, but photographer and dancer Jerry Metellus used to be a huge people pleaser when he was younger. In this episode, Jerry speaks with Rosie about how he broke the habit of looking outside himself for direction and guidance, and the journey of empowerment by excavating his own voice in a world full of so many influences.

What would you do with a second chance? In this discussion with Raw Fitness founder and CEO Justin Blum, Rosie and Justin discuss what it was like for Justin to rediscover himself after living a life of crime. They explore the road to reinventing yourself and how eating poorly or lack of exercise aren't the only unhealthy habits that can stop personal growth.

After a near-death experience, actor and motivational speaker J.R. Martinez has used his platform to help inspire others. In this interview, J.R. shares with Rosie how he practices gratefulness despite facing some dark days, and how a traumatic experience helped him find inner happiness.

Find out how surrendering control can help create balance with this intimate conversation between transformational truth teacher and bestselling author Kute Blackson and Rosie Mercado. From creating environments one can thrive in to the importance of letting go, Kute and Rosie share lessons and moments that inspired them in hopes it will teach listeners to also dream big.

Rosie sits down for an illuminating conversation with life development coach and New York Times bestselling author, Mike Bayer (a.k.a, Coach Mike Bayer) to discuss the different paths to reaching new growth on your personal journey. Together they discuss why most people are scared of looking within, and the preparation and courage required to level up and be ready for the next step in your life.

Understanding why we get in our own way is crucial to changing self-sabotaging behaviors. In this illuminating episode, Rosie speaks with Dr. Judy Ho, neuropsychologist and author of "Stop Self-Sabotage," to explore the transformative steps we can take toward embracing the life we are meant to live.

Latina singer and songwriter Helen Ochoa joins Rosie for some girl talk about her search for self-love, and the growth she underwent that ultimately led her to the love of her life. Known for her soulful songs about heartbreak, Ochoa shares some hard-earned wisdom on how she survived romantic and professional breakups and found the road to her ultimate success.

Rosie intimately shares with legendary journalist and executive producer and VP of the morning show, Despierta America, Luz Maria Doria about what it means to thrive after 50. Together they discuss how loss can be a lesson in disguise, and how personal fears don’t automatically disappear with age.

Marketing extraordinaire and author Carlos Gil shares the inspiring wisdom about the importance of being authentic and relatable especially in the age of COVID. Carlos also opens up to Rosie about a heartbreaking mistake he made in his marriage and how owning it brought him closer to his partner.

In her premiere podcast episode, TV personality and life coach Rosie Mercado speaks with bestselling author and new thought leader Panache Desai about the importance of spirituality. Panache shares the transformative story about a terrifying experience he and his family had during the birth of his daughter, and how surrendering and living as your authentic self are key to living a happy and fulfilling life.

Join life coach and television personality Rosie Mercado as she keeps it real, raw and relatable on her podcast The Girl with the Self-Esteem Issues. Each episode, in both English and Spanish, will feature Rosie's candid conversations with influential figures from all walks of life covering a variety of topics such as relationships, health, parenting, sex, and advocacy. A proud Latina and the ‘Queen of Take-aways’ in the coaching realm, Rosie walked the transformation from being a 420 lbs. single mother stuck in her life to living her dreams. She knows what it’s like to face adversity, from a brain cyst, abuse and abandonment, only to find the strength and self- love needed to create transformation in her life. Rosie and her guests will share wisdom to empower listeners to live their best life. Like an intimate conversation with your best friend, The Girl with the Self-Esteem Issues is a powerful new podcast that will uplift, inspire, educate and offer hope. For anyone who feels trapped, isolated, fat, ugly, invisible, or less than; for the motivated, girl-boss, bad bit*h, champions out there, The Girl with the Self-Esteem Issues will become your weekly obsession. Exclusive content coming soon, available on the Himalaya app.