Conversations with Cam

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.

In this episode, I sit down with Michelle, Freckled Foodie Family member, mother, and brave and beautiful human being, to discuss her experience with postpartum depression and psychosis. We discuss how Michelle came to be on the podcast, Michelle’s early postpartum experience in the few days after her daughter’s birth, and the confusion and shame that so often permeate the postpartum experience. Michelle shares how her postpartum depression developed upon returning to work, how her psychosis manifested and what that felt like, and what helped pull her out of her darkest days. If you or someone you know is struggling with postpartum anxiety, depression, psychosis, or simply needs community and support after birthing a child, please know you are never alone and help is available. See links below for support.   Key Takeaway / Points: How Michelle came to be on the podcast Michelle’s early postpartum experience in the few days after her daughter’s birth On mothers not feeling instantly connected with their baby after birth On the confusion and shame that so often permeate the postpartum experience Michelle’s return to work and her beginning stages with postpartum depression On the four month sleep regression and parental sleep deprivation How Michelle’s postpartum psychosis manifested and what it felt like What helped pull Michelle out of her darkest days   Links:   If you, or someone you know, is struggling with their mental health, please see the below resources: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-943-5746 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988   Listen to my episode with Emily DiDonato here Join the Freckled Foodie Mamas Facebook Group 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 Shop Sakara here and use code CAMERON at checkout to get 20% off your first meal order  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 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com when you use code CAMERON.    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 Katie Austin: fitness expert, health coach, creator, and so much more, to discuss everything from our fitness journeys to our attachments to certain identities. We talk about our intense experiences as Division I athletes, our relationships with movement now, and how Katie’s upbringing was influenced by her parents, who are both athletes. We also discuss losing our competitiveness as we get older, Katie’s perspective on her mother’s success, and what it was like sharing 2022’s Sports Illustrated Rookie of the Year with her best friend.   Key Takeaway / Points: Reflecting on our intense experiences as Division I college athletes Our relationships with exercise and movement now Katie’s morning routine, from stretching to setting intentions On meditation, the resistance we feel towards it, and making it work for you On growing up with parents who were athletes and how that influenced Katie’s relationship with fitness How we talk to children about their bodies and being mindful of comparison On losing our competitiveness and need for control as we get older On our attachments to our identities and loving “titles” On privilege, self-awareness, and Katie’s perspective on her mother’s success On sharing Sports Illustrated’s 2022 Rookie of the Year with her best friend, Christen Harper On Katie’s rebrand and what’s to come for the future   Listen to my episode on meditation with Emily Fletcher 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.   Shop Canopy here and save $25 with your humidifier filter subscription, and use code CAMERON to get 10% off your total purchase   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here: www.athleticgreens.com/fff   Shop Sakara here and use code CAMERON at checkout to get 20% off your first order    Follow Katie: Instagram: @katieaustin App: Katie Austin   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 where I’m at emotionally, what I’ve been loving, and what I miss about NYC two and a half weeks into suburban living. I talk about how our basement and backyard have truly been game changers for our family, how I did *not* get my shit together with furniture for the new house, and how I feel generally calmer in the suburbs versus the city. I also discuss the features in the house that I love (hello double vanity), things I’m still getting used to (hidden homeownership costs), and things I truly miss about the city (visiting friends and yes, the convenience of trash rooms.)     Key Takeaway / Points: How the basement and backyard have been game changers for our family On not getting my shit together with furniture On feeling generally calmer in the suburbs vs. the city On the joy of the double vanity in the bathroom Things I’m still getting used to around the house The hidden costs of homeownership Liam’s recent sleep regression Things I miss: the ease of seeing city friends and…a trash room   Shop Canopy here and save $25 with your humidifier filter subscription, and use code CAMERON to get 10% off your total purchase   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 Modern Age here and use code CAMERON20 to get 20% off your first treatment      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 mortgage advisor and my old high school friend, Tyler Howe, to discuss the financial must-knows of the home buying process, the basics of mortgages and loans, how pre-approvals work, and much more. Tyler walks us through the steps of a hypothetical home buying situation from pre-approvals to closing and explains typical down-payment amounts, common red flags with realtors, and how taxes come into play. He also discusses what sellers look for in offers, how to use the market to your advantage as a buyer, and what you can do now to best position yourself for a loan and to successfully make mortgage payments.   Key Takeaway / Points: Catching up on our high school history, including when Tyler was my mom’s assistant Why the mortgage and home buying process is confusing and overwhelming for so many The basics of what a mortgage is Tyler walks us through a hypothetical home buying process and gives his advice on essential first steps The pre-approval process and the basics of getting a loan On typical mortgage down-payments and how mortgage insurance works How taxes come into play with home buying The value of reputation and referral for brokers and realtors Red flags to look out for with realtors What sellers look for in offers and homebuyers, including contingencies The hectic nature of the housing market right now What happens once an offer on a house is accepted, from attorney review to closing Why you want to invest in thorough inspections as a homebuyer How appraisals work and how they influence contracts How to use the market to your advantage as a buyer Tyler’s advice for best positioning yourself to get a loan and make mortgage payments   Order Athletic Greens and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs here: www.athleticgreens.com/fff   Shop Modern Age here and use code CAMERON20 to get 20% off your first treatment    Follow Tyler:   Instagram: @thowemortgage Zillow: TylerHowe2     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.