

Confident Collective
Kristina Zias and Raeann Langas
Two plus-size models & body activists here to get real and candid about living your most confident life. Get ready for powerful conversations that will leave you laughing, motivated, and inspired.
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Jun 22, 2021 • 58min
39. Let's Talk Dating Red Flags
The Episode: Raeann was recently hanging out with a guy and there were a few things that came up that she caught herself thinking… “Is this a red flag?” Kristina shares her thoughts on the situation and we also asked you to submit things you think would be a red flag. What We Talk About: Raeann + Kristina’s number one red flags when it comes to dating Calling exes “crazy” Being a mama’s boy Not having close friends Saturdays are for the boys Adding you on Snapchat

Jun 15, 2021 • 58min
38. What Raeann Has Learned After A Year Of Dating
The Episode: In today’ solo episode Raeann sits down to reflect on the her first year of dating. She shares the biggest lessons that she has learned and also answers your questions on dating! What We Talk About: Getting drunk on a first date Dating apps When to have sex Following “the rules” Rejection How to get over first date jitters Confidence in bed Dating multiple people at once

Jun 8, 2021 • 44min
37. Kristina & Steve Recap Their First 6 Months as Parents
In this episode, Kristina is joined by her husband Steve to recap their first 6 months as parents. They answer listener questions and discuss everything from how having a baby changed their marriage, their favorite baby products, how they manage responsibilities and so much more. They also dive into sex and intimacy after having a baby, finances and their most challenging obstacles so far. Resources: Instagram: @KristinaZias, @RaeannLangas, & @ConfidentCollective Our Facebook Group TikTok

Jun 1, 2021 • 48min
36. How to Have a Hot Girl Summer & Feel Confident in a Bikini
Hot Girl Summer is a mindset!! In this episode, Kristina & Raeann break down their thoughts on what it means to have a Hot Girl Summer and how to channel Hot Girl Summer Energy no matter your stage in life. They also discuss how to feel confident in a bikini no matter your size and share their favorite tips, tricks and their favorite swimwear brands. Resources: Instagram: @KristinaZias, @RaeannLangas, & @ConfidentCollective Our Facebook Group TikTok

May 25, 2021 • 48min
35. A Conversation with Remi Bader on Her Viral Success, Mental Health, Dating and More
The Episode: We are so excited for this week’s episode because we have the highly requested, viral Tiktok sensation Remi Bader on the podcast! Remi rose to fame from her realistic clothing haul tiktoks and we are absolutely obsessed with her! In this episode, Remi shares her career path and how she became the social media personality she is today. She opens up about her body image and her struggle with mental health and binge eating, and her confidence journey. We chat about the body positivity movement and how body image in media has evolved from zero representation to overly positive to where it is today. We also talk about dating and relationships and how they’re affected by how we perceive ourselves. Remi is relatable, hilarious and honest and we know you’ll love this episode as much as we do. We Talk About: Career Paths Quarantine Weight Gain Body Positivity Binge Eating & Diet Culture Mental Health Family Weight Gain Commentary The Different Layers/Versatility of Confidence Dating & Relationships Resources: Instagram: @remibader Tiktok: @remibader

May 18, 2021 • 1h 4min
34. Mom Brain, Mental Health & Neurofeedback with Neuroscientist Dr. Divya Kakaiya
The Episode: We’re so excited to have Clinical Psychologist, Neuroscientist/Neurofeedback Practitioner Dr. Divya Kakaiya on the podcast to talk about Neurofeedback and the brain! She chats with us about the importance of brain health and gives us advice on best practices to keep your brain functioning at max capacity. Kristina opens up about her struggle with “mom brain” and the effect it has on her life, while Raeann questions how to use neurofeedback practices in conjunction with therapy to tackle anxiety and depression. You will learn so much from Dr. Divya Kakaiya in this episode!

May 11, 2021 • 1h 4min
33. Spilling the Tea on our Dirty Secrets & Craziest “Firsts”
The Episode: This episode Raeann and Kristina are spilling the tea on their firsts! From first kisses to first dates, we are spilling it all completely unfiltered. You won’t want to miss this! Resources: Instagram: @KristinaZias, @RaeannLangas, & @ConfidentCollective Our Facebook Group TikTok

May 4, 2021 • 53min
32. Fat Shaming vs Skinny Shaming and the Evolution of the Body Positivity Movement with Charlotte Zoller
The Episode: This week we are so excited to have Charlotte Zoller on the podcast! Charlotte is a curve model, digital strategist and writer who has her own column in Teen Vogue called “Ask A Fat Girl.” We talk about “body checking,” the categorization of fatness and self identification along with the problems and prejudices that those in larger bodies face both systemically and in daily life. She discusses the difference between fatphobia and fat bias and the importance of holding brands accountable as we move towards a more inclusive future. This episode is informative and super helpful in determining the individual’s role in continuing the movement towards body acceptance. Topics We Discuss: “Fategories” Mid-Size & Self-Identification The Difficulties That Larger Bodied People Face Skinny Shaming vs Fat Shaming How Capitalism affects the Body Positivity Movement Eurocentric Beauty Standards and Privilege Holding Brands Accountable Resources: Instagram: @nearandchar Charlotte’s Article People Charlotte Enjoys Following: @klv @kendramorous @anastasia.furrow @itsmekellieb @thisisjessicatorres @thelanguageofyolande @emilyjanejohnston @styleisstyle @nataliemeansnice @musegold @musingsofacurvylady @huntermcgrady Join Our Confident Collective Facebook Group !

Apr 27, 2021 • 43min
31. Feeling Secure In Your Relationship vs. Feeling Like A Crazy B*tch
The Episode: In today’s ep, we’re chatting about attachment styles! Kristina discusses her experience being ultra-secure in her relationship and Raeann discusses her struggle with having an anxious attachment style. We discuss past relationships, trust, anxiety and cheating and how we think it affects us in current/future relationships. Resources: Instagram: @KristinaZias, @RaeannLangas, & @ConfidentCollective Our Facebook Group TikTok

Apr 20, 2021 • 33min
30. Our 4/20 FAIL!!!
The Episode: This week, we’re laughing at our attempt at a special 4/20 episode (lol)! We chat about post-drinking anxiety and hangovers, and how the way we view alcohol changed in our late 20s. We also discuss maintaining independence and friendships when you’re in a relationship. We’re loving this new format and hope you do too! We Also Talk About: 4/20 Stories Hangover Anxiety Maintaining Independence in a Relationship Resources: Instagram: @KristinaZias, @RaeannLangas, & @ConfidentCollective Our Facebook Group TikTok