The Real Reel
Let’s face it, we are all living in a digital age where we're constantly bombarded with comparisons and perfect highlight reels. Enter the Real Reel Podcast—a one-stop shop for some genuine, unfiltered realness. Join your host, influencer, YouTuber, and entrepreneur, Natalie Barbu, as she dives headfirst into the raw reality of adulthood. No more filters; Natalie’s on a mission to uncover the real struggles and triumphs that come with navigating the dating scene, relationships, friendships, finances, business, and everything in between. Tune in for some Reel talk every Monday as Natalie engages in raw and authentic conversations with Real people, including entrepreneurs, reality stars, content creators, and anyone who fits the "real deal" bill. Say goodbye to the Instagram facade, and let's embrace the beautiful (and almost always messy) journey of adulthood and growth together because, let’s be real, nobody really knows what they’re doing.
Latest episodes
Jan 13, 2020 • 53min
Ep. 42: Getting into a Healthy Fitness Routine EASILY, Discussing Fad Diets, and What Wellness Really Means ft. Andrea Marcellus
In today's episode of The Real Reel Podcast with me, Natalie Barbu, I interviewed Andrea Marcellus. Andrea is a celebrity trainer and fitness expert with 25+ years of experience. Andrea has developed her own unique approach to health without dieting, crazy workouts and your social life taking a hit. We talk about what wellness really is and how to truly feel YOUR best. I know you all will totally love this week’s episode. It was so great to record and I know you will learn just as much as I did.Follow Andrea on IG: @andrea_marcellusCheck out Andrea’s book HERE: https://www.andreamarcellus.com/booksWhere can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook GroupBecome a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 7, 2020 • 53min
Ep. 41: What Self Care Really Means + Working on Yourself in the New Year 2020 ft. Maya Fleming
In today's episode of the Real Reel Podcast with Natalie Barbu, I interview Maya Fleming- the founder of the Gentler brand! We talk all about self-care and self-love and how it might not mean exactly what you think it does. This episode is perfect for the new year as we enter 2020 because it will realign you with your goals and how to best take care of yourself. We discuss topics like law of attraction and manifestation, goal setting, and what it means to love yourself. I can't wait for you to listen. Follow Maya on Instagram: @mayanfleming Follow/Keep up with the Gentler brand: https://linktr.ee/gentlerpodAttend the self-care dinner party in DC: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-gentler-winter-a-self-care-dinner-party-tickets-83397693747Where can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2271117656542941/Become a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 30, 2019 • 50min
Ep. 40: A Conversation with a Friend- How YouTube Has Changed, Going to College, and Moving to LA at 17 ft. Kenzie Elizabeth
In today's episode of The Real Reel Podcast with me, Natalie Barbu, I interviewed Kenzie Elizabeth. Kenzie is best known as a lifestyle YouTuber and podcaster. In this episode we talk about her experiences being a college student, starting off on YouTube, moving to LA and making friends in a new city. I can’t wait for you all to hear about how she keeps a separation from work and personal life and how Kenzie stays true to who she really is. This is one of my favorite episodes and I know it will be one of yours too!Follow Kenzie on IG: @kenzieelizabeth Follow ILYSM podcast on IG: @ilysmpodcastFollow Kenzie on YouTube: http://youtube.com/kenzieelizabethCheck out all of Kenzie’s links HERE: https://linktr.ee/kenzieelizabethWhere can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2271117656542941/Become a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 16, 2019 • 56min
Ep. 39: Building A Million-Dollar Coaching Business + Empowering Female Entrepreneurs with Katie DePaola from Inner Glow Circle
In today's episode of The Real Reel Podcast with me, Natalie Barbu, I interview Katie DePaola. Katie is the founder of Inner Glow Circle, the only all women, all virtual accredited coach training company. We learn all about how she created her million-dollar coaching business. In this episode we talk about the coaching industry, Katie’s inspiration behind Inner Glow Circle, starting your own company and so much more. If you want to hear more about turning your hobbies into a business, then this episode is for you. I can’t wait for you all to listen! Follow Inner Glow Circle on Instagram: @innerglowcircle Follow Katie on Instagram: @itskatiedealpaola Check out the Inner Glow Circle Website HERE: https://innerglowcircle.com Where can you find us? Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbu IG: @therealreelpodcast Join the private Facebook Group Become a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 9, 2019 • 1h 8min
Ep. 38: Interviewing a Life and Business Coach on How To Find Your Passion, Stay Motivated, and Reach Your Goals ft. Kelsey Murphy
Hi everyone! Welcome back to The Real Reel podcast. Today's episode I talk to a life and business coach, Kelsey Murphy. Kelsey is a coach to some Fortune 500 clients, she has her own podcast, and works with industry leaders like Marie Forleo- she is one of the most motivational and successful people I have come across. We talk about how to reach your goals and find your passion- especially when you have no idea what that might be- and how to really live your dream life. It is such an inspiring episode and I hope you love it. Kelsey's podcast: The Whiskey and Work PodcastFollow Kelsey on Instagram @kelseymurphyKelsey's websiteWhere can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook GroupBecome a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/supportRecord a voice message to be featured in an episode! https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 2, 2019 • 58min
Ep. 37: Interviewing the Head of Influencer Marketing at GoDaddy and Hearing the Business Side of Working with Influencers ft. Haley Uzelac
In today's episode of The Real Reel Podcast with me, Natalie Barbu, I interview Haley Uzelac. Haley is the head of influencer partnerships at GoDaddy as well as a beauty and lifestyle blogger. In this episode we talk all about not knowing your exact career path after college, not loving your first job, and how to find what you are really meant to do. We also talk about GoDaddy, going from working your day job to working for yourself at night and all of the in between moments. This is truly one of my all time favorite episodes and I’m so excited to share it with you!Feals has me feeling my best every day and it can help you too. Become a member today by going to https://feals.com/real and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shippingFollow Haley on Instagram: @hopefullymuzingCheck out Haley’s youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMMJiBAgx1OAEzDld941uGQCheck out Haley’s blog here: https://hopefullymuzing.comWhere can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook GroupBecome a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 25, 2019 • 54min
Ep. 36: Being on Project Runway to Being Creative Director of a Chainsmokers Video and Never Giving Up ft. Molly Elizabeth
In today's episode of The Real Reel Podcast with me, Natalie Barbu, I interview Molly Elizabeth. Molly is a fashion designer and stylist who is currently living in LA. Molly is 20 years old and has already had an AMAZING career. She was on Project Runway Junior and recently was creative director and styled a Chainsmokers music video. This episode is so amazing and I learned so much from her. Check it out and you won’t regret it!Follow Molly on Instagram: @mollyelizabethdesignsCheck out Molly’s website hereWhere can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook GroupBecome a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 18, 2019 • 53min
Ep. 35: Creating A Travel Startup, Difference Between Being Your Own Boss and Working for Yourself ft. Natasha Hoskins
In today's episode of The Real Reel Podcast with me, Natalie Barbu, I interview Natasha Hoskins. Natasha is an entrepreneur who started her own travel startup business called AllCall. We talk all about going to college in New York City, her inspiration for starting AllCall and what it’s like starting your own business. There’s so much amazing information in this episode and I know you will all love it as much as I do! Follow Natasha on Instagram: @allcall Check out AllCall here Where can you find us? Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbu IG: @therealreelpodcast Join the private Facebook Group Become a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 12, 2019 • 50min
Ep. 34: What It Is Really Like Being a Female in Engineering and in the Auto-motive Industry ft. Sophia Dancel
In today's episode of The Real Reel Podcast with me, Natalie Barbu, I interview Sophia Dancel. She is a female engineer who graduated with her degree in Mechanical Engineering. She now works for in the auto-motive industry and is one of thee only women in her field. She never has let that stop her or deter her from following her dreams of what she wants to do. She talks about what it is like to be in engineering, the classwork, the hard tests, a few all nighters, and what post-grad is like. I think you will really love this episode.Follow Sophia on Instagram: @sophiadancelSubscribe to Sophia's YouTube: Sophia DancelWhere can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook GroupBecome a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 4, 2019 • 52min
Ep. 33: Quitting Your Job to be a Full Time YouTuber, Finding a New Normal, and Working for Yourself ft. Brooke Miccio
In today's episode of The Real Reel podcast, I interview long-time requester- Brooke Miccio! She is the most requested guest on the podcast. I interviewed this gal on the go when I visited Boston and we sat down and had a long talk as friends. We talk about her transition from corporate to full-time social media content creator. She is a YouTuber and Podcaster and has so much in store for her. Get ready to hear about what it was like quitting her job, her new routine, what she hopes to do with her new normal life, and a lot more. For 30% off your first month’s subscriptions at LOLA, visit http://www.mylola.com and enter realreel when you subscribe!Follow Brooke: @brookemiccio Subscribe to Brooke's YouTube Listen to Gals on the Go podcast Where can you find us?Natalie's IG: @nataliebarbuIG: @therealreelpodcastJoin the private Facebook GroupBecome a supporter: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-real-reel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/natalie-barbu4/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
