Be There in Five

The podcast discusses the trend of Instagrammable coffee and tea places that often lack nutritious ingredients. It also dives into the deceptive practices of MLMs like Herbalife, including their involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering. The chapter highlights the predatory nature of exploitative wellness communities and the dangers of disregarding systemic disadvantages. Additionally, it explores the deceptive nature of trendy drinks and merchandise, and expresses concern about their connection to Bible studies. The speaker also reflects on recent events, expresses gratitude, and mentions the possibility of discussing pop culture topics.

Self-help celebrity Rachel Hollis and the implications of her messaging are discussed in this podcast. Topics include sexism in dress codes and the workplace, lack of communication and diversity issues in motivational conferences, a case of firing a pregnant woman for premarital sex, societal pressure towards relationships and the importance of authenticity. The podcast also explores monetizing one's craft, the cost of booking a speaking gig with a well-known individual, women's empowerment, and embracing personal preferences while prioritizing honesty.

Self-help 'mogul' Rachel Hollis is analyzed, along with the controversial practices of large-scale self-help guru Tony Robbins. The podcast explores the similarities between cults, conservative religions, MLMs, and self-help gurus, exposing manipulative marketing strategies. The problematic advice and exploitative practices of self-help influencers are critiqued, along with contradictions and plagiarism in the self-development space. The connection between motivational speakers, MLMs, and manipulative tactics is explored, highlighting the importance of ethical practices. The dangers and pitfalls of self-help and coaching programs are discussed, emphasizing the need for professional help and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health.

A Rachel Hollis deep dive. In this episode, Kate dives into the recent controversy surrounding the self-help empire of Rachel Hollis, who is a wildly successful motivational speaker, podcast host, CEO of Rise (and formerly HollisCo), among other things, but is probably most well-known for being the author of NYT best sellers "Girl, Wash Your Face" and "Girl, Stop Apologizing." Kate starts with analysis of the troubling dialogue and caption of her now-deleted video and also now-deleted first apology last week. Then, she discusses the problem with "made for more" culture, especially in the context of the RISE conference and support of the MLM industry that preys on vulnerable people via her prosperity gospel-adjacent business coaching. Then Kate talks through her journey with what she's found troubling about Hollis' content, detailing how she thinks it fits in the broader 2010s self-help zeitgeist of #girlboss culture, and shares her journey in how these movements have shaped her view of feminism and empowerment. In the second episode, Kate will read more listener-submitted emails, wanting to give her take so she can open up the floor to give her yours. Please submit any feedback, stories of being in the RH fandom, or thoughts on women's self-help to podcast@bethereinfive.com subject line RH. All opinions in this episode are of Kate Kennedy's or listeners that submitted emails to Be There in Five Podcast. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Go to Feals.com/bethereinfive and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. Helix is offering up to $200 off ALL mattress orders AND 2 free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/BETHEREINFIVE. Go to HelloFresh.com/bethereinfive12 and use code bethereinfive12 for 12 free meals, including free shipping! Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/BETHEREINFIVE to start your Ritual today. Works Cited: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/12/style/rachel-hollis-girl-wash-your-face.html https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/janebradley/tony-robbins-self-help-secrets https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/stephaniemcneal/rachel-hollis-girl-wash-face-accused-plagiarizing-quotes https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/books/how-rachel-hollis--a-texas-mom-of-four--ended-up-writing-one-of-the-years-biggest-books/2018/11/10/59d3e89e-d9e1-11e8-a10f-b51546b10756_story.html Quote from Tony Robbins' seminars: https://medium.com/the-awl/im-with-awesome-fire-walking-with-tony-robbins-fcd4a49d8ed Savvy Writes Books RH Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WShNx2HsXRGjj9F593HzA Black Magic Violin: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4vsND-4wfP8LaCJX6v0wZg

This week, Kate answers listener voicemails ranging from a variety of light and heavy topics, such as: Kaylor Purity culture affecting marriage Favorite celebrity rumor/folklore Deux Moi Experiences with Tarot card readers Friendship fallouts on Instagram Kate's current obsession: QuakerTok Best roller rink tunes What to do if a friend joins an MLM And much more! When you're finished, go to patreon.com/bethereinfive where she answers more questions! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Allform is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/bethereinfive Get 20% off your first mani system when you go to oliveandjune.com/bethereinfive and use promo code BETHEREINFIVE Start fueling your adventures today at LIQUIDIV.COM, promo code BETHEREINFIVE for 25% off ANYTHING you order. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bethereinfive

This week, Kate snorkels through a variety of topics, with the core theme being overlooked and/or forgotten internet drama. She discusses Cinnamon Toast Crunch gate, sexism in Consumer Packaged Goods, talks about the role of cancel culture in the Bible, meanders through music with her favorite SAT words, talks about how you know influencers have 'made it,' then dives into one of her favorite internet communities: Candle Culture. From funny/forgotten candle rant youtubers, to her perceptions of Bath & Body Works vs. Yankee Candle vs. Dyptique, to the impact of COVID on the candle industry, aggressive reviews, pretentious descriptions and more -- it's safe to say Kate spends a lot of time *waxing* poetic in this candle-forward episode. She also talks about one of her favorite stories that yielded an exciting period of internet mystery and drama surrounding an epic pop star catfish. Overall, fun, lighthearted, and hopefully fast moving-- Enjoy! Apt tour & Taylor Swift trilogy theories new on Patreon: patreon .com/bethereinfive SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS To receive 20% off your first order, go to SKOUTSHONOR.com/BETHEREINFIVE Enter promo code BETHEREINFIVE at nutrafol.com to save twenty percent off your first month's subscription. Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/BETHEREINFIVE. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp dot com slash bethereinfive

This week, Kate has the pleasure of being joined by one of her favorite microinfluencers and women's health advocates, Ailsa Emmel from @_happygocurly_. Ailsa and Kate talk about so many topics, from the ups and downs of instagram, to how she got started, to women's health Wednesday, cancel culture, Kate's fears about childbirth, sex ed, and more. Since Ailsa is a Certified Nurse Midwife, a large majority of this conversation is dedicated to discussing women's health, being open about our bodies, and learning more about Ailsa's experience spending her days with different women in some of their most vulnerable moments. Kate loved this episode and conversation and hopes you do too! GetTWO pounds of ground beef in every box for the life of their subscription. Just go to ButcherBox.com/BETHEREINFIVE Get 20% off your first mani system when you go to oliveandjune.com/bethereinfive and use promo code BETHEREINFIVE Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/BETHEREINFIVE to start your Ritual today Explore your creativity at Skillshare.com/BETHEREINFIVE and get a free trial of Premium Membership. Other resources: APISAA Therapist Directory @asianmentalhealthproject @asiansformentalhealth Shop merch at bethereinfive.com! Bonus eps and patreon at patreon.com/bethereinfive!

Kate recaps Meghan Markle & Prince Harry's bombshell interview with Oprah from last Sunday. The intro is new, with recent updates from Buckingham Palace and Kate discussing the British press' reaction, and the remainder of the episode is Kate's raw take from Sunday night right after it aired. If you already listened on Patreon, the first 30 mins or so are new! You can also listen to last night's live show Bar Cart Sports on demand through the end of the weekend - onlocationlive.com/bethereinfive TW: Suicide Description:Visit Audible.com/bethereinfive or text bethereinfive to 500-500. Go to Feals.com/bethereinfive and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. Go to HelloFresh.com/bethereinfive12 and use code bethereinfive12 for 12 free meals, including free shipping! Enjoy 20% off your first order by going to minted.com/BETHEREINFIVE

This week, Kate salutes one of the most iconic magazine series of our time: Seventeen's Trauma-rama. First, she discusses Meghan & Harry's upcoming interview, then does a brief Are You Afraid of the Dark detour, followed by reading from old Seventeen & YM magazines she bought off of eBay from their juiciest embarrassing stories sections. Following that, she reads crowd-sourced 'things that are embarrassing for no reason' anecdotes from listeners and discusses the discomfort of, well, just generally existing. Enjoy! BAR CART SPORTS: This Thursday 3/11 at 9:05 EST! Buy tickets for my virtual live show at onlocationlive.com/bethereinfive Patreon bonus episodes: patreon.com/bethereinfive Support our sponsors! Helix is offering up to 200 dollars off ALL mattress orders AND 2 free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/BETHEREINFIVE As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bethereinfive. Start fueling your adventures today at LIQUIDIV.COM, promo code BETHEREINFIVE for 25% off ANYTHING you order. Right now, ButcherBox is offering new members ground beef for life. That's TWO pounds of ground beef in every box for the life of their subscription. Just go to ButcherBox.com/BETHEREINFIVE.

This week, Kate does a continuation of last week's episode (Pussycat Dull) since more listeners submitted their tales of cringeworthy attempts to make their crush jealous. They somehow keep getting better. In between stories many of Kate's own anecdotes and insights are shared, from her being cast as a Valley Girl to a broader discussion of sexism in how women are judged for the way they speak. There's also discussions of things like the 00s 'mean girl' culture, a revisiting of Why Men Love Bitches, an argument for not striving for effortlessness, and an update on Childless Millennial, to name a few. Enjoy! BAR CART SPORTS: March 11 Virtual Live Show Tickets! onlocationlive.com/bethereinfive Bonus episodes: patreon.com/bethereinfive SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS To receive 20% off your first order, go to SKOUTSHONOR.com/BETHEREINFIVE for Natural and preventative grooming solutions for pets. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bethereinfive. Join over 1 million people taking charge of their mental health. Go to HelloFresh.com/10bethereinfive and use code 10bethereinfive for 10 free meals, including free shipping! Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/BETHEREINFIVE