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Back for the first time in 7 years is my good friend Valerie Chaney. Val is a meditation and mindfulness educator, writer and the co-host of the We Made It Weird podcast with her husband, comedian Pete Holmes. Val is hilarious, gentle, wise, incredibly smart and one of my favorite people. It was no surprise when we talked for over three hours, so I’m splitting up this episode into two parts.Val trained with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield, who both have informed her work within healing trauma, mindfulness, meditation, and embodiment, which we speak about at length in this first part. We begin part one by discussing anger—and our problem with expressing it. We cover Internal Family Systems, learning to inhabit your body, embodiment vs. dissociating, attachment styles, fear of being alone, and how to approach all these insights with gentleness. In addition to her mindfulness work, Val is one of the most talented and creative people I know: she teaches dance, sings in a choir and, most recently, wrote a screenplay, which she discusses at the end of part one. Believe it or not, there’s a part two (next week)! It's a bit sillier and we cover more about therapy, what we were like as teens, mean girls, finding your hobbies and creative process, as well as the rom coms and style trends we love from the early 2000s. Show notes:- Follow Val on Instagram- Listen to the We Made It Weird podcast with Val and Pete on Apple Podcasts | Spotify- There is one spot open in my creative clinic -- if you'd like to book a free session, book here!- Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout Sponsors:- Wondery: Call Me Curious - listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery app!- Find the best prices on prescriptions now by joining GoodRx. Go to goodrx.com/letitout to see how much you might be overpaying!- Start smelling amazing with Native's lineup of natural deodorants, soaps, body wash, and more! Get 20% off your first order at nativedeo.com/letitout and enter code letitout at checkout!

Today’s conversation is with author and mindfulness teacher Rosie Acosta. Growing up in East LA in the 90s as a first-generation Mexican-American, Rosie suffered from agoraphobia, panic attacks, and anxiety. After being arrested a few times, at 16, she began to feel disillusioned with her family’s unwavering Catholic faith and soon after discovered meditation and yoga, eventually leading her to her career as a yoga and meditation teacher. Since then, she’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Forbes, The New York Post and more. Rosie and I met over five years ago when she visited Detroit with Yoga Journal Magazine. Recently, we spent a morning catching up, first in an episode of her weekly podcast, then in this conversation, where we cover navigating cycles in relationships, disillusionment and faith, and her new book and the process of writing it. Show notes:- Listen to my episode on Rosie's podcast on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube- Follow Rosie on Instagram- There is one spot open in my creative clinic -- if you'd like to book a free session, book here!- Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout Sponsors:Bombas: With every purchase of ridiculously comfy socks, underwear, and clothing, an equal item is donated to people in need. Get 20% off at bombas.com/letitoutMasterworks: Investing in fine art is accessible with Masterworks! Get priority access by going to masterworks.io and using promo code: letitoutStart smelling amazing with Native's lineup of natural deodorants, soaps, body wash, and more! Get 20% off your first order at nativedeo.com/letitout and enter code letitout at checkout!

This week I spoke to New York Times journalist and author of Blood, Sweat & Chrome, Kyle Buchanan. He reports on pop culture and writes the NYT awards season column, The Projectionist, which he took over from the late great journalist David Carr. Prior to joining The Times in 2018, Kyle was a senior editor at Vulture, where he covered the movie industry. Appropriately, he gives advice on writing and we talk about the craft of interviewing, creating safety in conversation, connection, movies, returning to theaters, and the upcoming Oscars. And of course, we talk about his new book on Mad Max and the process of writing an oral history. Since the episode is shorter than some, I tee it up with a helpful piece of advice from Kyle's predecessor, David Carr. I loved this conversation about connection, pop culture, writing, and collaboration. Show notes:- Check out The Projectionist and follow @kylethomasbuchanan- Order Blood, Sweat, and Chrome: The Wild and True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road- Terry Gross interview with David Carr's daughter, Erin Lee Carr- David Carr's Fresh Air interview archive- There is one spot open in my creative clinic -- if you'd like to book a free session, book here!- Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout If you liked this episode, try out:Episode 371: Perfection Means Dead: Actor Joshua Jackson on Young Fame, Nostalgia, Fatherhood, Worthiness, and Lingering in the Uncomfortable Places Sponsors: Bombas: With every purchase of ridiculously comfy socks, underwear, and clothing, an equal item is donated to people in need. Get 20% off at bombas.com/letitoutThrive Market: Get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50 at thrivemarket.com/letitout

Today's guest, Nadine Artemis, is known for talking and writing about beauty. Her latest book is Renegade Beauty though she’s probably best known as the founder of natural beauty brand Living Libations. Nadine's journey began by combining vials of essential oils to recreate a perfume she liked for a school science fair. In 1994, she opened North America’s first full concept aromatherapy store, Osmosis, in Toronto. In this conversation, Nadine shares how, during her years of waitressing in grad school, she made products for her coworkers to try, and how she studied the female body in depth, eventually writing her dissertation on the female orgasm. We also get into aging and whether she feels extra pressure to sustain beauty and youth as the face of her brand. Show notes:- Get 10% off your order at Living Libations with code LETITOUT- Get 10% off your order of Primeadine spermidine supplement with code LETITOUT- Find Nadine on Instagram- There are a couple of spots open in my one-on-one creative consulting! If you want to work with me, learn more here and book a free session with me to see if it's a correct fit - Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout Sponsors:Everlywell: Get 20% off your first at-home lab test at everlywell.com/letitout!ThirdLove: Get 20% off your first order of comfortable, quality undergarments at thirdlove.com/LETITOUT!Masterworks: Investing in fine art is accessible with Masterworks! Get priority access by going to masterworks.io and using promo code: letitout

This week's episode is a conversation with artist Derick Melander. He's a sculptor who works with secondhand clothing to create clothing sculptures that explore the intersection between global consumerism and the intimate relationship we have with what we wear. My dear friend Sacha Jones has known Derick for years through being core members of their Record Club, which started in the late nineties as a place to share music with friends and friends-of-friends.We begin by setting up how we met at a record club on Sacha's roof in the East Village, and the conversation goes on to cover his work, creative habits, navigating change, and much more. We talk about  music nostalgia, clothing, textiles, sharing clothing, consumerism, leaving traces, art school, dream work, friendship, family, relationships, connection, socializing and the power of the neighborhood. Show notes:- Find Derick on the Web | Instagram- Heidi Baker's brand Ozma and her episode on the podcast- The Fresh Air episode with Kirsten Dunst I mention- My posts about Sister Corita Kent and her Rules for Students and Teachers- There are a couple of spots open in my one-on-one creative consulting! If you want to work with me, learn more here and book a free session with me to see if it's a correct fit - Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout If you liked this episode, try out:Episode 351: Riding Waves: Surfing, Design, and Change with Heidi Baker, Founder of Ozma of California

Today's episode is part 2 of my conversation with Natasha Zoë Garrett. Genuine, wise, thoughtful and truly one of the most effortlessly stylish people I’ve ever met, Natasha (founder of Roam Vintage) is one of a kind, just like the vintage gems she discovers. She’s incredibly honest, open and vulnerable about her challenges and wins in everything from her career to her mental health. She begins by sharing how she’s feeling now—embodied—which is particularly positive in the context of her history with eating disorders, panic attacks, anxiety and depression, as well as her winding path to sobriety. Natasha lights up a room with her curiosity, kindness and softness. She is beautiful in all ways and I’m happy to call her a friend. In this second half of our conversation, we cover the origin of Roam, inclusivity and the importance of role models, connection, shifting out of her styling career to focus on her business, travel, finding purpose, and more. Last week, we talked about how her family and upbringing informed her, her modeling career, finding the good in the difficult, and non-attachment. Show notes:- Follow @natashazoe and check out @roamvintage- Our Breakup Kits are 22% off this month with offer code: valentine- There are a couple of spots open in my one-on-one creative consulting! If you want to work with me, learn more here and book a free session with me to see if it's a correct fit - Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout If you liked this episode, try out:Episodes 367 & 368: Seasons of Overwhelm with Christy Harrison (Parts 1 & 2) Sponsors:FitOn: Download the #1 free fitness app and join the 10 million people getting their FitOn by texting OUT to 64-000Start smelling amazing with Native's lineup of natural deodorants, soaps, body wash, and more! Get 20% off your first order at nativedeo.com/letitout and enter code letitout at checkout!Truebill: take control of your subscriptions and save up to thousands of dollars a year at truebill.com/letitout

Genuine, wise, thoughtful and truly one of the most effortlessly stylish people I’ve ever met, Natasha Zoë Garrett (founder of Roam Vintage) is one of a kind, just like the vintage gems she discovers. As you’ll hear in this two-part episode, she’s incredibly honest, open and vulnerable about her challenges and wins in everything from her career to her mental health. She begins by sharing how she’s feeling now—embodied—which is particularly positive in the context of her history with eating disorders, panic attacks, anxiety and depression, as well as her winding path to sobriety. Natasha lights up a room with her curiosity, kindness and softness. She is beautiful in all ways and I’m happy to call her a friend. We could talk forever so we’re splitting up this conversation into two parts. In this half, we cover how her family and upbringing informed her, her modeling career, finding the good in the difficult, and non-attachment. Next week, you'll hear more about the origin of Roam, inclusivity and the importance of role models, connection, shifting out of her styling career to focus on her business, travel, finding purpose, and more.  Show notes:- Follow @natashazoe and check out @roamvintage- Our Breakup Kits are 22% off this month with offer code: valentine- There are a couple of spots open in my one-on-one creative consulting! If you want to work with me, learn more here and book a free session with me to see if it's a correct fit - Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout- Photo credit: Matthew Reamer If you liked this episode, try out:Episode 351: Riding Waves: Surfing, Design, and Change with Heidi Baker, Founder of Ozma of California Sponsors:Bombas: With every purchase of ridiculously comfy socks, underwear, and clothing, an equal item is donated to people in need. Get 20% off at bombas.com/letitoutThrive Market: Get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50 at thrivemarket.com/letitoutFitOn: Download the #1 free fitness app and join the 10 million people getting their FitOn by texting OUT to 64-000

This week I spoke to Cuban-American author Nikki Novo. We've known each other for years and she's been on the podcast before in one of our early episodes. Her many certifications and qualifications include certified hypnotherapist, Reiki healer, ThetaHealing practitioner, and many more. In this episode, we talk about Nikki's recent move from Miami to Asheville and what moving taught her about her identity. We get into intuition and how to use it in decision making, and how improving one area of life can fix other areas too. We explore why we all love talking about dating, love, and sex, and she brings her unique perspective on dating. Nikki recently had me on her own podcast, Soul Led, so if you want more where this came from, check out that episode here. Show notes:- Nikki is offering our listeners 10% off her Soul Seeker course - promo code LETITOUT- Find Nikki on the Web | Instagram | Podcast (my episode here)- Our Breakup Kits are 22% off this month with offer code: valentine- There are a couple of spots open in my one-on-one creative consulting! If you want to work with me, learn more here and book a free session with me to see if it's a correct fit - Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout If you liked this episode, try out:Episode 342: It's Not About You: Exploring Our Energy & Embracing the Unknown with Crystal Fawn Sponsors:Start smelling amazing with Native's lineup of natural deodorants, soaps, body wash, and more! Get 20% off your first order at nativedeo.com/letitout and enter code letitout at checkout!Everlywell: Get 20% off your first at-home lab test at everlywell.com/letitout!ThirdLove: Get 20% off your first order of comfortable, quality undergarments at thirdlove.com/LETITOUT!

This week I spoke to Rae McDaniel, a non-binary gender and sex therapist who works with transgender/non-binary/questioning folks who feel lost while transitioning their gender identity. Rae is the founder of Practical Audacity, a gender and sex therapy practice in Chicago. They also provide training in trans-affirming care for medical and mental health professionals and they hold a Masters of Education in community counseling. Our conversation covers how learning to communicate directly in sex impacts clearer communication elsewhere as well, the importance of sex education and resources, naming fear rather than ignoring it, approaching gender from a place of curiosity (not only for trans and NB folks but for everyone), and much more. I loved talking to Rae and I’m excited for you to listen. Show notes:- Check out Practical Audacity | GenderFck- Our Breakup Kits are 22% off this month with offer code: valentine- There are a couple of spots open in my one-on-one creative consulting! If you want to work with me, learn more here and book a free session with me to see if it's a correct fit - Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout Sponsors:Find the best prices on prescriptions now by joining GoodRx. Go to goodrx.com/letitout to see how much you might be overpaying!

This week I spoke to actress, advocate, philanthropist, and producer Torrey Joël DeVitto. She recently wrapped a six-season run on the NBC drama, “Chicago Med”, and we spoke on zoom from her farm in Michigan. A few years into her acting career, Torrey began volunteering in hospice and tells me how spending time with the dying shifted her perspective on life, death, and what's important. We also talk about navigating change within her industry, growing up around icons like Stevie Nicks and Billy Joel and how that influenced her creativity and work ethic.  Outside of her acting work, Torrey is an advocate for women's safety, health, and rights. She is on the board of directors of the youth-based organization SafeBae, so we speak about consent, safety, and education around sexual assault. I loved getting to know her in this conversation. Show Notes:- Follow @torreydevitto and @safebae- There are a couple of spots open in my one-on-one creative consulting! If you want to work with me, learn more here and book a free session with me to see if it's a correct fit - ALL of our Let it Out Kits are 22 percent off until the end of the week, including our  Remix Your Resolutions kit and our breakup kits. Offer code: twentytwo- Subscribe to our newsletter to get show notes + essays, etc. sent to your inbox- Follow @letitouttt on Instagram. I'm @katiedalebout If you liked this episode, try out:Episode 155: Andree Vermeulen on Creativity, Intuitive Eating, Relationships & More Sponsors:Start smelling amazing with Native's lineup of natural deodorants, soaps, body wash, and more! Get 20% off your first order at nativedeo.com/letitout and enter code letitout at checkoutTake charge of your email and get a more organized, saner inbox with SaneBox! Get a $25 credit at SaneBox.com/letitout