EP 73: I'm excited to introduce this week's episode, where the incredible Nadia Khaled, a New Alignment Coach and manifestation expert, joins me on Boujee Best Friends. Nadia is revealing all of the secrets of how YOU can achieve your dream life. With her wealth of knowledge and experience, Nadia guides us through a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. She's passionate about helping women align with their dreams and manifest the lives they desire. Together, we explore powerful concepts, from being the hero of your own story to understanding where you should invest your precious time and energy. We discuss the magic of thoughts and emotions and how your self-concept plays a crucial role in shaping your reality. Nadia shares her wisdom on feeling worthy, the impact of low vibrations, and how to break free from limiting beliefs. We even touch on the essential practice of healing your inner child and unleashing your happy chemicals. Tune in to this episode for an eye-opening discussion on manifesting your dream life, healing from within, and unlocking the power of alignment. It's a journey you won't want to miss! Episode highlights Being the hero of your own plotline Manifesting the life of your dreams Where are you spending your time and energy? Your thoughts and emotions Self-concept  Feeling worthy Low vibrations  Limiting beliefs Healing your inner child How to release your happy chemicals  Hermit mode  Cutting through the noise Saying no to things that you don’t want to do   Acknowledging your energy  Timestamps  0:00- 3:00 | Intro  3:00- 6:15 | The start of Nadia’s journey 6:15-11:30 | Manifestation 11:30-16:00 | Struggling with self-concept  16:00- 23:50 | Healing your inner child  23:50- 28:15 | Adjusting your mindset for success   28:15- 33:30 | Financial Freedom  33:30- 38:00 | Living life for yourself  38:00- 40:20 | How to say no to things that won’t serve you  40:20- 43:00 | Nadia’s Tiktok  43:00- 43:39 | Advice to Nadia’s younger self  CONNECT WITH NADIA: https://nadiakcoaching.com/   https://instagram.com/nadia.khaledd  https://open.spotify.com/limitless https://www.tiktok.com/@nadia.khaledd  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute

EP72: If there were one word to describe this episode, it would be growth. Surrounding yourself with people who want to see you win, who are uplifting and motivating, is incredibly important in the game of life. Take a minute to ask yourself the question: When you spend time with someone (maybe a friend or significant other), how does that person make you feel? We have to assess our relationships and decide whether or not they genuinely benefit us.  In this vulnerable episode, I am sharing personal stories, goals, life lessons, how to grow as an individual, and how my recent Boujee Besties trip made an impact on my life. As the New Year is approaching, it is time we all take a minute to evaluate where we are and how we can continue to grow.  Episode highlights: Friendships  Moving schools and making new friends Life lessons in jobs  Financial freedom  Outgrowing friendships  How you feel around certain people  Girl friend groups Cutting people out of your life  Adult friendships  Building a community  Boujee Besties trip Growing to your fullest potential Timestamps: 0:00- 1:20 | Introduction 1:20- 9:50 | Moving schools and making new friends 9:50- 15:10 | Hustling at a young age  15:10- 25:30 | Surrounding yourself with the right people   26:30- 30:00 | Boujee Besties trip 30:00- 35:00 | Hearing from the girls on the Boujee Besties trip 35:00- 37:37 | Building a community of growth  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute

EP71: In this episode of the Boujee Best Friend podcast, we are exploring the world of skincare with none other than the Skin Savant herself, Amy Peterson. With her impressive 18 years of experience in the field, Amy shares her valuable advice on creating a skincare routine, protecting your skin, and using essential skincare products. We learn about different skincare treatments like preventative botox and injections and why making informed choices is essential (and why you should not listen to everything you hear on TikTok!)  Amy's journey to success as one of Miami’s best medical aestheticians is truly inspiring, emphasizing the importance of sticking to your chosen path. If you're interested in pursuing a career in the beauty industry, Amy provides excellent guidance on how to build a successful career in this field. Join us in this episode to uncover skincare tips from an expert, navigate the ever-changing world of beauty, and discover how to stay true to yourself.   Episode highlights: - Skincare regiments  - Protecting your skin from the sun - Must have skincare products - Prevention and rejuvenation  - Preventative botox - Injections - Teaching about skincare  - Pushing products and false marketing  - Amy’s success  - Consistency in your profession  - Being a girls girl  - Comparing yourself to others  - Negative energy from social media  - Types of skin care procedures  - Mom and entrepreneur life  - Advice to Amy’s younger self  Timestamps: 0:00- 2:00 | Introduction 2:00- 6:00 | About Amy  6:00- 9:00 | Skincare products that are a must  9:00- 11:40 | Prevention and rejuvenation  11:40- 17:30 | Injections  17:30- 22:10 | Pushing products and false marketing  22:10- 35:00 | How Amy built her career in skincare and business advice   35:00- 39:00 | Incorrect information found on social media  39:00- 47:00 | Different types of skincare procedures and preventative services  47:00- 53:30 | Being a mom and running a business  53:30- 57:00 | Advice to Amy’s younger self  CONNECT WITH AMY: https://www.instagram.com/skincarebyamyp  https://www.instagram.com/therealskinsavant/  https://www.tiktok.com/@theskinsavant  https://therealskinsavant.com/  https://www.skincarebyamypeterson.com/  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute

EP70: Meet Kellee Khalil, the DIY goddess and wedding guru. She is the founder of Loverly, the ultimate digital wedding planning platform helping couples go from "Yes" to "I Do." Her journey embodies entrepreneurship, creativity, and the art of love. With this magical platform, Kellee is your best friend in love and weddings, delivering expert wisdom and cutting-edge technology to every couple planning their special day. Through Kellee's insights, we navigate the overwhelming world of wedding planning, delving into venue selection, how to hire a wedding planner, the allure of destination weddings, the latest trends, bridal parties, invitations, registries, and gifts, budgeting, and so much more. And don’t worry, we also cover what to do if someone wears white to your wedding and why you should NEVER be that person. This conversation is an absolute wedding planning essential. Don't miss this episode—it's time to say "I DO" to listening! Episode highlights… - About Loverly  - How you should plan your wedding - Picking out the right venue  - Realistic costs of having a full DIY wedding - Hiring a wedding planner  - Money conversations for your wedding  - Wedding trends - Social media at weddings  - Bridesmaids and groomsmen  - What if someone shows up to your wedding in white?   - Wedding invitations  - Budgeting  - Registries and gifts Timestamps 0:00- 4:25 | Background 4:25- 13:00 | How to find the right wedding venue  13:00- 17:30 | Hiring a wedding planner  17:30- 24:30 | Money conversations for your wedding  24:30- 26:30 | Destination weddings 26:30- 30:30 | Wedding trends  30:30- 40:40 | Bridesmaids and wedding parties 40:40- 42:50 | What if someone shows up to your wedding in white?   42:50- 45:30 | Wedding invitations  45:30- 50:00 | Wedding registries and gifts CONNECT WITH KELLEE: https://www.tiktok.com/@loverly  https://www.instagram.com/loverly/  https://www.pinterest.com/loverly/  https://www.instagram.com/kellee.khalil/  https://loverly.com/  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute

E69: In this episode, we dive into the world of influencer management, content creation, and all of the nitty gritty that happens in the influencer universe. Join me as I sit down with my ride-or-die confidante and remarkable manager, Brooke Donohue! Brooke is part of the Hermana Agency – and the ultimate #BossBabe of influencer management. She is a superstar talent manager who knows how to navigate for her clients and stays hella organized while doing so. Her skills are unmatched, hence why she is my manager.  Brooke and I are giving you the inside scoop on influencer life, navigating influencer contracts and campaigns, and pro tips on how to choose the *perfect* brands to collaborate with. Whether you're a seasoned content creator or just a fan of the 'gram, this episode has something for everyone. Tune in and let us guide you toward success in the world of influencers, as both a content creator and manager.  Episode highlights - About Brooke Donohue  - How Brooke scouts her talent  - Providing value as an influencer  - Why you should sign with an agency  - Building a sense of community as a content creator  - Picking the right agency  - Finding a manager who CARES - Brooke’s day in the life as a talent manager  - Prioritizing tasks at work  - Paid ad usage  - Exclusivity when working with brands - What it is like to create brand campaigns  - Doing research work for your campaigns  - Deciding what events to attend as an influencer  Timestamps 0:00- 2:00 | About Brooke  10:00- 15:40 | How Brooke scouted Koko 15:40- 28:10 | Life as an influencer and influencer manager   28:10 33:40 | Typical day for Brooke  33:40- 38:30 | Tips for looking at contracts as an influencer  38:30- 49:00 | What it looks like to create a campaign with a brand  49:00- 53:00 | Why influencers go to events  53:00- 59:49 | Questions for Koko and Brooke  CONNECT WITH BROOKE: https://www.instagram.com/brookedonohue_/   https://www.instagram.com/hermana.agency/   CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute

E68: Have you ever wondered what it's really like to be a stripper, what goes down inside the clubs, and what types of men frequent them? In this episode, I sit down with Vera Smirnova, a fashion stylist, ex-stripper, OF model, and certified baddie. Vera is here to spill the tea on the strip club industry, covering everything from the dating scene to the role of drugs and alcohol, illegal activity, the allure of the money, and the types of men you encounter. Curious about the men who are going to strip clubs? We've got the inside scoop, plus advice for those dealing with boyfriends who can't resist a night out at the club. Vera also opens up about her dating life during her time as a stripper, sharing the complexities and trust issues that came with it. But it's not all drama and danger. Our conversation takes a reflective turn as Vera shares the invaluable life lessons and experiences she gained during her time in the industry. So, if you've ever been curious about the world of strippers, join us for this candid and eye-opening episode of Boujee Best Friends. You won't want to miss it.  Episode highlights: - Gogo dancing, Stripping, and Only Fans  - Why Vera became a stripper and about the industry  - Drugs and alcohol involved in this industry  - Robbery and illegal activity in strip clubs  - Experiences and life lessons from being a stripper - Types of men in a strip club - Vera’s dating life as a stripper  - How you can keep your sanity working in this industry  - Advice from Vera to her future daughter  - Abuse in strip clubs - What type of men go on Only Fans  - Leaving the industry and getting sober  - Advice to Vera’s younger self Timestamps:  0:00- 2:00 | Introduction 2:00- 10:45 | Vera’s background as a dancer and OF model 10:45- 14:50 | How to become a stripper  14:50- 17:00 | Drugs and alcohol involved in this industry  17:00- 20:00 | Robbery and illegal activity in strip clubs  20:00- 22:00  | Getting sucked into the industry  22:00- 25:20 | Types of men in strip clubs  25:20- 28:15 | Dating as a stripper  28:15- 30:00 | How you can keep your sanity working in this industry  30:00- 32:10 | Life lessons as a stripper 32:10- 35:20 | Abuse in strip clubs 35:20- 44:40 | Only Fans 44:40- 49:40 | Leaving the industry and getting sober  49:40- 51:15 | Advice to Vera’s younger self CONNECT WITH VERA: https://www.instagram.com/iamverasmirnova/  https://www.tiktok.com/@iamverasmirnova  https://www.youtube.com/@verasmirnova7071  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute

Join Boujee Best Friend with Koko as she sits down with Samantha Chung, a mindset and manifestation specialist, to uncover the secrets to clearing your mind of conditioned beliefs and manifesting a fulfilling future. Explore topics like challenging beauty ideals, deconditioning the perfect body, and changing feedback loops to live your best life. Get ready to embrace your true self and become the main character of your life!

EP66: Get ready to be dazzled by none other than the fabulous Monica Vaswani, the influential star from Bravo's Family Karma! In this episode, we dive headfirst into the world of being a minority influencer and reality TV sensation. Monica shares her journey growing up as a minority, her pursuit of financial stability, and the unexpected twists that led her to the reality show stage. Monica’s often referred to as the ‘Perfect Indian Girl’ by her community. In this episode, she candidly shares her rollercoaster journey in showbiz, from dealing with career slumps to wrestling with trolls as well as coping with her parents' divorce. And trust us, her insights on staying sane in a social-media-crazed universe are golden. But that’s not all! Monica and I are serving some piping-hot advice for aspiring influencers, from what goes into creating content to how to dish out content that's engaging and as genuine as that Insta-filter-free selfie. Join us to be enlightened, inspired, and entertained!  Episode highlights - Growing up as a minority  - Minority influencers  - Creating financial stability  - Monica’s experience as a reality TV star  - The process of being cast for a reality TV show  - Family Karma - Making your own reality  - Options when having children - Freezing your eggs - Going through a slump in your career  - Dealing with trolls  - Living in the moment  - Advice to creating content as an influencer  - Transparency in social media  - Authenticity Time stamps 0:00- 5:10 | About Monica and growing up as a minority  5:10- 15:40 | Monica’s career journey  15:40- 21:50 | Monica’s reality TV career and how she got cast  21:50- 26:00 | Family Karma  26:00- 30:10 | Advice for women in their 30s 30:10- 35:40 | Dealing with online trolls  35:40- 42:20 | Advice for young entrepreneurs 42:20- 45:27 | Authenticity  CONNECT WITH MONICA: https://www.instagram.com/monica_vaswani/ https://www.tiktok.com/@monicavaswani  https://www.youtube.com/@monica_vaswani  https://www.bravotv.com/people/monica-vaswani  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute  

EP65: This week’s episode is an exciting one! We are talking about…Penises! Yes, you heard me right. Welcome, special guest Dr. Justin Dubin. Justin is a urologist and, dare I say, a penis expert. Justin specializes in Men’s health, specifically in male infertility and sexual medicine.  In this episode, Justin is busting (no pun intended) myths about male sexual health. Are blueballs real? Can whisky dick happen? Do pornstars use Viagra? Are micro penises real? Is sex less pleasurable after a circumcision? Do most women orgasm during penetrative sex? We are bringing this episode to BUST THESE MYTHS, EDUCATE, and provide a SAFE SPACE to talk about sex. Don’t worry. We are all experiencing these hard (pun intended) issues together.  Episode highlights - About Justin - Sexual Health  - Sexual health resources  - Misinformation online - Erectile dysfunction  - Diseases that can compromise your erections  - Open communication during sex  - Males blaming women for their ED - Pornography affecting relationships  - ED in female and male pornstars  - How to use Viagra  - Circumcision  - Why adults might get circumcised  - Penis sizes - Micro penises  - Cysts and STDs - Vasectomies  - Misconception about sex  Timestamps: 0:00- 2:00 | Introduction 2:00- 6:50 | About Justin Dubin  6:50- 10:25 | Resources to learn more about sexual health  10:25- 14:45 | Erectile dysfunction  14:45- 19:35 | Communication during sex  19:35- 25:20 | Male blame on relationships  25:20- 32:20 | Pornography and Viagra 32:20- 36:30  | Circumcision  36:30- 41:00 | Penis sizes  41:00- 46:35 | About the testicles   46:45- 52:00 | Cysts and STDs 52:50- 57:10 | Vasectomies  57:10- 1:02:20 | What is the biggest misconception about sex?  CONNECT WITH JUSTIN: https://www.instagram.com/justindubinmd/  https://www.instagram.com/themanuppod/  https://www.themanuppod.com/  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute  

EP64: In this inspiring episode of the Boujee Best Friend podcast, we are joined by Olivia and Jessica, two kick a** entrepreneuristas! Olivia and Jessica went from best friends to successful business partners. Starting out as models, they quickly grew close and always had each other’s backs. In turn, this friendship, shared values, and passions led to the start of their partnership in business.  Tune in as they discuss the challenges and joys of working together, emphasizing the importance of open communication and setting aside egos. Our Boujee Besties gain valuable insights into their experiences as women entrepreneurs and how their influencer background ignited a game-changing business idea. Their unwavering support for each other, dedication, and resilience in building their business is motivating (to say the least.) Olivia and Jessica, leave us the important message to start following your dreams and cherishing meaningful friendships. Episode highlights… - Olivia & Jessica’s friendship - Best friends to business partners  - Communicating with your business partner - How to have tough conversations  - Putting ego aside  - Olivia & Jessica’s Agency - Influencer collaborations - Showing up even when you don’t feel like it  - Self-care and self-sabotage   - Influencer assistants  Timestamps: 0:00- 5:10 | Olivia & Jessica’s background  5:10- 16:00 | Communicating with your best friend/ business partner  16:00- 26:00 | About Olivia & Jessica’s agency  26:00- 28:40 | Passion project to a full-time job  28:40- 35:40 | Showing up even when you don’t feel like it  35:40- 46:50 | How to the best influencer assistant 46:50- 47:50 | Connect with Olivia & Jessica  CONNECT WITH OLIVIA & JESSICA: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicaexperience/  https://www.instagram.com/oliviapw/  https://www.instagram.com/whiskeyandwaterpodcast/  https://www.instagram.com/socially.ambitious/  https://www.instagram.com/moodtheagency/  https://moodtheagency.com/  CONNECT WITH KOKO: https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kokobeaute https://www.instagram.com/boujeebestfriend https://boujeebestie.com  https://m.youtube.com/@KokoBeaute