Conversations with Cam

In this solo episode, I dive into all things dog-related: how we decided it was the right time to get a dog, what the adoption and training process looked like, and how we introduced our dog, Charlie, to our newborn baby in a safe and controlled way. I discuss the importance of knowing when you’re ready to adopt a dog, how I came across our adoption shelter, and what the learning curve was like once we had our new puppy. I also discuss why dogs are a good test for having a child with your partner, how Charlie reacted to the baby at first and what their dynamic has been through the years, and how Charlie and my relationship shifted throughout my pregnancy and after having a child.    Key Takeaway / Points: On the timeline of feeling ready to adopt a dog How I came across Safe and Sound Satos, our adoption shelter  The learning curve that comes with raising a puppy Why dogs are a good test for having a child with your partner How Charlie’s socialization progressed with other dogs, how we handle it now, and whether we go to dog parks How we prepared Charlie for the introduction of a baby into the house How Charlie reacted to the baby How Charlie and Liam’s relationship is now How my relationship with Charlie changed after having Liam   Listen to my interview with the founder of Safe and Sound Satos here Follow @dogmeets_baby     This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here Visit ILIAbeauty.com and use CAMERON at checkout for 15% off your first purchase Order LMNT here and get a free sample pack with any purchase Visit Betterhelp.com/CAMERON to get 10% off your first month of therapy Visit Earth Breeze here for 40% off your eco-friendly laundry detergent subscription     Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Katina Bajaj, the author of “On Adulting” and cofounder of Daydreamers: a wellbeing startup that utilizes creativity as a health modality. Katina and I discuss her trajectory from investment banking and why she left the corporate world, how she started the “On Adulting” blog which later became a book, and how motherhood can instill childlike wonder. We also discuss the baggage around the word “creativity,” actionable ways to create “transition times” in your day and prevent burnout, and the difference between pleasure and effortful enjoyment.   Key Takeaway / Points: Katina’s career change and why she left her job in investment banking How she started “On Adulting,” her blog about growing up in a mindful and joyful way How parenting styles have shifted throughout the generations Our societal obsession with productivity How motherhood has instilled a childlike wonder within me Katina’s wellbeing startup, Daydreamers, and how it opens up creativity as a wellbeing modality The baggage around the word “creativity” How creativity can be accessible for everyone Implementing “transition times” into your day to prevent burnout On time blocking and scheduling play into our days On pleasure vs. effortful enjoyment   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Explore Alo Moves here and use code CAMERON in all caps to get a 30 day free membership trial plus 50% an annual membership Shop Seed at seed.com/CAMERON and use code CAMERON to receive 20% off your first month of Seed DS-01Ⓡ Daily Synbiotic Shop Hatch here and get free expedited shipping on your new Restore 2 so you can start feeling well-rested ASAP   Follow Katina: Instagram: @katina.bajaj Tiktok: katina.bajaj Website: katinabajaj.com Daydreamers Website: daydreamers.co   Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Walters, CEO, entrepreneur, and self-made power woman whose story is as remarkable, resilient, and inspiring as she is. Nicole and I discuss her incredible experience of adopting her three daughters ten years ago, the overwhelming shift of going from mentor to mother of three in under 30 days, and how she frames parental commitment and healthy attachment. She shares how her poor upbringing shaped her relationship with humanity, what both poverty and wealth have taught her about happiness, and how our complex relationships with money are ever-evolving. Finally, we discuss the many aspects of privilege, how you can use privilege for good, and what it was like quitting her job live in front of 10,000 people to become an entrepreneur.   Key Takeaway / Points: Nicole’s incredible story of how she came to adopt her three children On the shift from going to mentor to mother of three in 30 days How Nicole frames commitment with parenting and healthy attachment On how Nicole’s poor upbringing shaped her relationship with humanity and kindness On the choice of being a positive force in the world, in both micro and macro ways On having experienced both poverty and wealth and what having money has taught her about happiness On the immeasurable value of reciprocal love On how divorce redefines everything you thought you knew On the complex relationships we all have with money On the many aspects of privilege and how to use privilege for good Nicole’s experience of quitting her job live in front of 10,000 people and becoming an entrepreneur   Pre-order Nicole’s book “Nothing is Missing: A Transformational Memoir” here   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Order Athletic Greens here and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs Go to Zocdoc.com/CAMERON and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then find and book a top rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Go to greenchef.com/cameron60 and use code cameron60 to get 60% off plus free shipping Visit ILIAbeauty.com and use CAMERON at checkout for 15% off your first purchase Visit Betterhelp.com/CAMERON to get 10% off your first month of therapy     Follow Nicole: Instagram: @NicoleWalters     Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this solo episode, I share how I’ve been feeling with first trimester symptoms, our current house progress and setting timelines for ourselves, and how my recent Vampire Diaries obsession has been getting me through this pregnancy. I also share some wild pregnancy dreams I’ve had lately and answer listener questions on moving in with your partner, best advice for early pregnancy symptoms and discomfort, making friends in the suburbs as a mom, and how to handle mommy or daddy phases with your child. Key Takeaway / Points: On single host podcasts versus double hosts On turning a corner with first trimester symptoms Whether we feel ready for a new baby in our lives On house progress and setting ourselves timelines On my recent Vampire Diaries obsession On my crazy pregnancy dreams Liam’s reaction to becoming a big brother On valuing independence within Joe and my relationship and the timeline of when we moved in together Tips for moving in with your partner and implementing division of labor My best advice for early pregnancy symptoms and discomfort On tapping back into my childhood since living in New Jersey On making new friends in the suburbs On kids going through mommy phases and daddy phases   Get tickets here for the Freckled Foodie & Friends live show at City Winery!   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Shop Caraway here and use code CAMERON at checkout to get 10% off your next cookware purchase Shop Butcher Box here and use code FOODIE to get free chicken thighs for a year and $20 dollars off your first box when you sign up today Shop Seed at seed.com/CAMERON and use code CAMERON to receive 25% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic Shop Hatch here and get free expedited shipping on your new Restore 2 so you can start feeling well-rested ASAP Shop Vegamour here and use code CAMERON to get 20% off your first order     Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TW: The beginning of this episode contains details of fertility struggles and pregnancy losses — fast forward to 10:00.   In this episode, I sit down with Katrina Scott: entrepreneur, author, and the first visibly pregnant model to be in a Sports Illustrated publication. Katrina and I discuss her emotional fertility journey and the pregnancy losses she and her family have experienced in the past few years. She shares the balancing act of publicly sharing her fertility experiences, moving through grief while caring for her first child, and the transparency she practices with her daughter around pain and healing. We also talk about ways to speak to someone who has experienced pregnancy loss, the best thing the non-birthing partner can do during fertility struggles, and what it feels like to experience postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts.   Key Takeaway / Points: Katrina shares her fertility journey and the pregnancy losses she and her family have gone through On the balancing act of publicly sharing fertility struggles and painful experiences On moving through grief while simultaneously caring for her first child Katrina’s transparency with her daughter around pain and healing On how to speak to someone who has experienced pregnancy loss On what the best thing the non-birthing partner can do during fertility struggles On experiencing postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts On slowly getting back to work after coming out of a postpartum fog   Get tickets here for the Freckled Foodie & Friends live show at City Winery!   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here Check out KiwiCo here and get 50% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line Order LMNT here and get a free sample pack with any purchase     Follow Katrina: Instagram: @katrinascott Podcast: Live Beautifully Website: livebeautifully.com Baby Barn: shopbabybarn.com   Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with human design coach, author, and mother Alexandra Cole. We discuss all things human design: what it is, how it works, and the five energy types that differentiate people. Alexandra explains how knowing your child’s energy type is so valuable in parenting, how to work based on your energy’s consistencies and inconsistencies, and how knowing your Ego, Identity, and Decision-Making Centers can help you further align with your true self. We also unpack a recent “good on paper” opportunity I passed on and why, how to navigate decision-making as an emotions-driven person, and how the way you see yourself can be very different from how others see you.   Key Takeaway / Points: Why the human design method resonated with Alexandra as a results-driven person What is human design? The five different energy types The value as a parent in knowing your child’s energy type How to work in relation to your energy’s consistencies and inconsistencies  On knowing your Ego Center, Identity Center, and Decision-Making Center On questioning healthy attachment with your child My recent experience of passing on a “good on paper” opportunity Navigating decision making as an emotions-driven person Knowing your human design profile: how you see yourself and how others see you   Find out your energy type here    This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here Explore Alo Moves here and use code CAMERON in all caps to get a 30 day free membership trial plus 50% an annual membership Get a 4 week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at https://www.stamps.com/cameron. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show!   Follow Alexandra: Instagram: @alexandrafcole Website: alexandracole.com   Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TW: fertility discussion and pregnancy announcement   In this solo episode, I announce my shocking (or not) news that…I’m pregnant! Baby #2 is officially on the way, and I dive into all the details, from whether we planned this pregnancy; to how I instantly knew I was pregnant; to how the first trimester has been so far. I share how I’ve been feeling both mentally and physically, why I feel different about being pregnant than I did several months ago, and what I’m looking forward to in the second trimester and beyond.   Key Takeaway / Points: Was it planned? Whether we feel ready for baby #2 How I instantly knew I was pregnant How the first trimester has been so far How I’m feeling mentally and physically What I’ve been craving lately What I’m looking forward to in the second trimester and beyond   Check out Emily Oster’s book on pregnancy here     This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here Explore Alo Moves here and use code CAMERON in all caps to get a 30 day free membership trial plus 50% an annual membership Go to Zocdoc.com/CAMERON and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then find and book a top rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Go to GreenChef.com/cameron60 and use code cameron60 to get 60% off plus free shipping     Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Tefi to discuss everything from the concept of struggle and “deserving” success; to how she knows so much about pop culture and how that became a shared language in her family; to how pop culture knowledge helped develop her empathy when she was young. We talk about being “known” by social media followers and selective vulnerability, Tefi’s best friend vibe and not always being a “nice” person, and the idea of feeling unlikable. Finally, Tefi shares how her mental health is right now and how she has dealt with the evolution of female friendships, from breakups to equally participating in toxic dynamics.   Key Takeaway / Points: On the concept of struggle and “deserving” success Tefi’s high school experience and growing up in Miami How Tefi knows so much about pop culture and how it became a shared language in her family How learning about pop culture developed Tefi’s empathy On being “known” by your social media followers and being selectively vulnerable Unpacking Tefi’s best friend vibe and her honesty about not always being a “nice” person On fucking up publicly and feeling unlikable Societal reactions to displays of female wealth vs. male wealth Tefi shares how her mental health is right now On dealing with the evolution of female friendships, from breakups to equally participating in toxic dynamics   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here Shop Sakara here and use code CAMERON at checkout to get 20% off your first meal order  Check out KiwiCo here and get 50% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line Shop Butcher Box here and use code FOODIE to get free chicken nuggets for a year and 10% off your first box     Follow Tefi: Instagram: @hellotefi Twitter: @hellotefi TikTok: @hellotefi   Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Madison Utendahl, Founder of Utendahl Creative, to discuss recovering from burnout in an accolades-driven society. Madison shares her history with overachievement and excellence over the years, how her burnout manifested throughout several periods in her life, and the tools and practices she uses now to prioritize her mental health. We discuss learning to love not being “the best,” what Madison’s experience with making 30 Under 30 was actually like, and why “the why” in what you do is everything. Finally, Madison tells us how she structures her mornings to protect her peace, and how she built an anti-burnout culture within Utendahl Creative for herself and her employees.     Key Takeaway / Points: Madison’s history with overachievement and burnout How institutions shape our work mindsets through the years On generational trauma and our parents’ resistance to vulnerability On learning to love not being “the best” What Madison experienced during her periods of burnout Madison’s tools for preventing burnout and prioritizing her mental health On appreciating other peoples’ work without being envious or disparaging of it On allowing black creators to be mediocre Madison’s experience with Forbes 30 Under 30 On the universe not rewarding an accolades-driven mindset The “why” is everything Madison’s morning routine to protect her peace How Madison has structured her agency, Utendahl Creative, to prevent burnout   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here Shop Sakara here and use code CAMERON at checkout to get 20% off your first meal order  Shop Caraway here and use code CAMERON at checkout to get 10% off your next cookware purchase      Follow Madison: Instagram: @madison.utendahl  Utendahl Creative: utendahlcreative.com   Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Alli Schaper, co-founder of Super Mush, Into the Multiverse, and the Microdosing Collective, and an encyclopedia for all things functional and psychedelic mushrooms. We discuss everything from the distinction between mushrooms and fungi; to our human connection and long history with mushrooms; to how the mycelium network connects every living organism. Alli explains how she came to use functional mushrooms for her health, what is happening legally right now in the U.S. with psychedelics, and how psilocybin-assisted therapy is being used for treating PTSD, mental health, and more. We also discuss how psilocybin creates new neural pathways in the brain, microdosing vs. tripping, and the work Alli is doing to promote industry regulation, accessibility, and transparency within both psychedelics and functional mushrooms.   Key Takeaway / Points: On fungi, mushrooms, and the mycelium network Our human connection and history with mushrooms How Alli came to using functional mushrooms for her health What’s happening legally right now in the U.S. with psychedelics  On psilocybin-assisted therapy for treating PTSD, mental health, and more On the necessity for drug policy and industry regulation within psychedelics On the cultural stigma of marijuana or psychedelic use versus alcohol use How psilocybin creates new neural pathways in the brain Microdosing with psilocybin vs. tripping On educating yourself about how various mind-altering substances affect your health An overview of how guided psychedelic trips work Alli’s work with her functional mushroom product line, Super Mush, and its parent company Into the Multiverse   Links:   Read “Drug Use for Grown-Ups” by Dr. Carl Hart here Check out the Microdosing Collective here Read the “Tripping Down the Aisle” article here Check out Super Mush, Alli’s functional mushroom product line here and use code CAMERON for 20% off your order   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Shop Seed at seed.com/CAMERON and use code CAMERON to receive 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic   Shop Sakara here and use code CAMERON at checkout to get 20% off your first meal order    Get a 4 week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at https://www.stamps.com/cameron. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show!     Follow Alli: Instagram: @allischaper SuperMush: @supermush Podcast: @IntoTheMultiverseNetwork   Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie Yeager Produced by Dear Media.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.