

Almost 30
Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik
Welcome to Almost 30—a supportive space to fuel your conscious evolution. Join us, best friends Krista Williams + Lindsey Simcik, for heart-centered, hilarious conversations and raw, impactful interviews with brilliant guests. We dive deep into everything from modern spirituality and health + wellness to self-development, dating, and relationships. With every episode, our mission is to empower you, expand what you think is possible, and make you laugh—a lot. We’re honest, open, and above all, human, learning right alongside you.With millions of listeners around the world, Almost 30 has grown into a highly engaged global community. Now, we are also the authors of Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond—the book we wrote to help you navigate life’s biggest transitions.Join us for new episodes every Tuesday + Thursday!
Episodes
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May 28, 2024 • 1h 35min
690. Evolving Love: Navigating Personal Growth in Romantic Relationships with Jillian Turecki
Jillian Turecki, relationship coach, and Lindsey explore personal growth in relationships, emphasizing communication and empathy. They debunk fixing partners, discuss dating after divorce, setting boundaries for a healthy sex life, and prioritizing relationships as new parents. The podcast focuses on attracting emotionally available partners, choosing wisely, addressing insecurities, and navigating conflict maturely.

May 21, 2024 • 1h 28min
688. Human Design + Intuitive Decision Making: Learn To Trust Your Gut with Erin Claire Jones
In this episode, Lindsey dives deep with human design expert, Erin Claire Jones, on the five profiles in human design, focusing on how decision-making differences impact relationships and personal growth. Plus, explore gut feelings and how to use them as signals to pursue big opportunities. Ahead, Erin unpacks the distinct energies of each human design type, and why understanding yours is key to living an authentic life. Erin + Lindsey reflect on embracing and comprehending one's feelings, emotional fluctuations, and how human design aids in making aligned decisions.Erin + Lindsey also share their journeys into motherhood and its influence on their personal and professional lives. Though both struggled with a lack of inspiration post-motherhood, they remind us to give ourselves grace through any life transition and remember we are always evolving. We also talk about:
Using inner authority in making everyday decisions
The role of emotional states in achieving clarity
The characteristics + strengths of each human design profile
Erin's introduction to human design + her subsequent career
The impact of human design on energy management
The importance of parents making time for themselves
Building communities while raising children
Resources:
Instagram: @erinclairejones, @humandesignblueprint
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May 14, 2024 • 51min
687. Pleasure, Intimacy + Personal Growth: Find Freedom Through Your Body
In this episode, Krista shares with Lindsey her profound journey at a pleasure and intimacy retreat in Mexico, where she explored her physical, emotional, and spiritual boundaries, engaging in practices like somatic healing and sexological bodywork. Ahead, K+L emphasize the importance of personal pleasure, especially for women, and how this can ultimately enhance intimacy and strengthen relationships. Krista discusses her journey of reprogramming her body and mind to embrace her own pleasure, free from the concerns of a partner’s experience. Get ready to understand sex and intimacy on a whole new level as Krista describes the enormous benefit of reconnecting with your body and embracing both masculinity and femininity in a safe, explorative environment. We also talk about:
Krista’s physical + mental challenges during her retreat
The therapeutic potential of repatterning + reprogramming the body
Receiving + exploring personal pleasure without external influences
Exploring new pleasure routines without a partner
The impact of personal pleasure on future relationships
The roles of masculinity + femininity in attracting compatible partners
Personal insights Krista gained from participating in a Mexican sweat lodge
Resources:
Instagram: @itskrista
Website: itskrista.com
Instagram: @lindseysimcik
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May 9, 2024 • 1h 30min
686. Manifesting Beyond Materialism: A Neurosurgeon’s Approach to Creating a Meaningful Life
Take a deep dive on manifestation with Dr. James Doty, acclaimed neurosurgeon and New York Times bestselling author of Into the Magic Shop, Secrets of the Heart, and Mind Magic. In this episode, discover the neuroscience behind how we attract what comes into our lives.Ahead, Dr. Doty challenges common misconceptions about manifestation and reveals the biggest block to calling in your creations. Plus, learn scientifically backed mindfulness practices that can help you transform your intentions into reality.Dr. Doty also shares his compelling story, from dramatic financial highs and lows to his insights on how shifting focus from self to service can radically change your life. Combining science and spirituality, Dr. Doty illustrates the nature of how and when our deepest desires may materialize. We also talk about:
The physiological impacts of caring for others versus pursuing personal gains
How to differentiate between true needs + superficial wants
Value tagging + how it influences manifestation
Synchronicities and their relationship with our focus + intention
Transitioning from a wealth-focused identity to a service-oriented life
The impact of adverse childhood experiences on adult success + wellbeing
Practical steps towards developing self-compassion
The long-term benefits of fostering deep, meaningful human connections
The importance of self-awareness + humility in personal development
Resources:
Instagram: @jamesrdotymd
Book: MIND MAGIC
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May 7, 2024 • 1h 21min
685. Rethink Your Twenties: Dr. Meg Jay On What You Should Really Get Done This Decade
In this episode, renowned psychologist and author of the new book, The Twentysomething Treatment, Dr. Meg Jay dives into the complexities of life in your twenties. Meg addresses the common struggles faced by young adults, such as anxiety, depression, and the overwhelming pressure to meet societal milestones. Ahead, Lindsey and Meg discuss the psychological phenomena known as the "liking gap" and the negative skew of the twenty-something brain. Plus, discover why the twenties are a foundation-building period rather than a peak to have everything figured out.Meg also offers alternative views on medication and overdiagnosis in young adults, touching on the significant role of meaningful relationships and skill-building during this decade. Meg reminds us that life does indeed improve with age, and the twenties are only just the beginning! We also talk about:
The impact of unrealistic expectations set by social media on mental health
The changing societal benchmarks for major life events like marriage + parenthood
The importance of intimate relationships + communication in your twenties
Techniques to shift from catastrophic thinking to focusing on factual thinking
The influence of pornography on young adults' perception of relationships + intimacy
Building a career + life grounded in real experiences rather than fleeting desires
Confronting uncertainty in personal + professional life paths
Resources:
Website: https://megjay.com/about/
Book: The Twentysomething Treatment: A Revolutionary Remedy for an Uncertain Age
Instagram: @drmegjay
TikTok: @drmegjay
X/Twitter: @drmegjay
Threads: @drmegjay
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Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 44min
684. From Unconfident to Business Powerhouse: How to Build the Life You Want with Lisa Bilyeu
Entrepreneur Lisa Bilyeu shares her journey from unconfident to powerhouse, discussing personal development, conflict resolution, radical decisions, self-love, and societal expectations. She provides tools for communication, overcoming intimidation, and confronting family dynamics. Lisa emphasizes honesty, setting aligned goals, and managing expectations within relationships, promoting a courageous attitude towards life.

Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 47min
683. Breaking the Silence: Why Our Female Friendships Need More Conflict + Communication
In this episode, K+L sit down with Danielle Bayard Jackson, female friendship coach and educator who speaks nationally about the science of women’s platonic connections. Together, the trio uncovers the essential elements that make for deep, meaningful female friendships. Embark on a journey through the stages of friendship, from initial infatuation to a more profound acceptance of each other’s differences. Plus, Danielle reveals the #1 way to build trust among women and reveals the unexpected reason why conflict actually strengthens bonds. Danielle also sheds light on social media's impact on friendships, and how it can perpetuate a culture of exclusion and misunderstanding. If you are striving for more vulnerability and realness in your female friendships, this episode is a must-listen for you and your girl gang!We also talk about:
How to recognize and address imbalances in friendships
The importance of maintaining deep connections, especially for women
Strategies for improving friendship dynamics
The role of platonic intimacy in allowing friends to fully be themselves
The cultural shift towards low-maintenance friendships and its implications
How traumatic experiences with friends can influence current friendship perceptions
The impact of mother-daughter relationships on female friendship dynamics
Navigating the transition of friendships during significant life changes like marriage or motherhood
Resources:
Instagram: @daniellebayardjackson, @friendforward
TikTok: @thefriendshipexpert
Website: www.betterfemalefriendships.com
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Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 36min
682. Makeup, Mindfulness + Making a Difference: How Karissa Bodnar is Shaping the Beauty Industry
In this heartfelt episode, Krista sits down with Karissa Bodnar, the founder of the revolutionary beauty brand Thrive Causemetics. Karissa details her entrepreneurial journey, from humble beginnings in small-town Washington to making big waves in the beauty industry.Ahead, Karissa unpacks the "working genius" model that helps identify individual strengths and allows you to operate in your "genius zone" for optimum success. The girls also talk about the feminine aspects of business and why having female role models is a must. Krista + Karissa emphasize how overcoming the discomforts of growth, facing fears, and building resilience through small steps are critical for both personal and professional development. If you’re an entrepreneurial girly wanting to infuse soul into your business, this episode is for you! We also talk about:
Strategies for improving emotional well-being
Overcoming guilt + shame
Karissa’s journey through different careers
Maintaining positivity + gratitude in business
Building a business with a mission to give back
Staying true to your vision + core values in business
Gender expectations on leadership styles + communication
Achieving personal fulfillment + success in entrepreneurship
Resources:
Website: https://bit.ly/4ao2KyE
Instagram: @karissabodnar, @thrivecausemetics, + @biggerthanbeautyskincare
TikTok: @thrivecausemetics
Facebook: @thrivecausemetics.com
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Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 30min
681. Saying No to Say Yes: Healthy Boundaries in Modern Love with Mark Groves + Kylie McBeath
In this episode, relationship experts Mark Groves + Kylie McBeath give us the tools we need to turn unhealthy patterns into conscious love. The power couple also opens up about their marriage and the vulnerable process of co-authoring their forthcoming book, Liberated Love. Mark + Kylie unpack past experiences with codependency and boundary-setting, reflecting on how these aspects have sculpted their relationship today. They also explore how past wounds influence who we attract, and why self-reflection is the key to breaking this cycle. Together with Lindsey, Mark + Kylie explain the power dynamics at play within intimate relationships, highlight the value of commitment, and even touch upon the challenges and beauty of parenthood. If your relationship is in need of some TLC, this episode is your answer! We also talk about:
Unconscious relationship patterns + how to break them
How unhealthy relationships can prompt personal healing
Relationship misalignment vs. need for self improvement
Honoring personal deal breakers in relationships
Gender’s role in emotional learning within partnerships
Why we need community support in making pivotal life decisions
Ancestral patterns + their role in your relationship dynamics
Resources:
Website: createthelove.com + markgroves.com
Podcast: markgrovespodcast.com + The Journey Home Podcast
Instagram: @createthelove & @beingisbeautiful
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Apr 11, 2024 • 36min
680. From Singlehood to Motherhood: Lindsey’s Journey to Finding Love + Purpose
In this unfiltered conversation, Krista interviews Lindsey on her life-changing journey from singlehood to motherhood. Lindsey shares her struggles with dating and reveals the big realization that finally helped her break the cycle of attracting the wrong people. Ahead, Lindsey also sheds light on the less-discussed aspects of motherhood — loneliness, overwhelm, and the incredible sense of purpose she feels. Plus, she shares how she and her husband, Sean, learn from each other’s cultural perspectives as they raise a mixed child.The conversation even covers the evolution of the podcast over eight years, as K+L discuss the pros and cons of monetizing their personal narratives and building a business around authenticity. You won’t want to miss this raw episode about personal transformation with your favorite girls!We also talk about:
The value of community in raising children
The challenges of simultaneously working and parenting
Navigating identity and priorities as a new mother
Lindsey + Sean’s growth as a couple
Lindsey's experience with ayahuasca
Lindsey's seven years of singlehood
Redefining success in today’s culture
Resources:
Instagram: @lindseysimcik
Program: Sacredness of Being Single
Website: itskrista.co
Instagram: @itskrista
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