

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!
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Sep 13, 2018 • 1h 6min
Ep. 148 - Turning a Side Hustle into a Career that Satisfies Your Soul with Krista Williams
Krista Williams shares her journey from the corporate grind to entrepreneurship, revealing the pivotal moments that sparked her bold transition. She reflects on the challenges of her youthful experiences, including the pressures of school and personal losses. The talk dives into her discovery of spirituality and the magic of manifesting dreams. Listeners get insight into how Krista turned a side hustle into a career that brings joy and fulfillment, all while emphasizing the importance of community and support along the way.

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Sep 11, 2018 • 1h 23min
Ep. 147 - Finding Your True Note: The Emotional + Spiritual Power of Voice with Stewart Pearce
Stewart Pearce, a world-renowned voice coach and intuitive healer, shares insights on the profound connection between voice and identity. He discusses how women often adapt their voices to fit societal expectations, often losing touch with their true essence. The conversation delves into the relationship between vocal expression, spirituality, and emotional well-being. Stewart also guides a meditation to help discover one's true note, emphasizing the importance of grounding and authenticity in voice. His experiences with high-profile clients like Princess Diana add depth to this enlightening discussion.

Sep 6, 2018 • 1h 39min
Ep. 146 - A Lesson on Fasting, Breaking Sugar Addiction, and The Fountain of Youth with Superfood School Founder Lynnette Astaire
Lynnette Astaire, the vibrant Founder of Superfood School and a plant-based chef, shares her inspiring journey overcoming PCOS through nutrition. She discusses the art of juicing and the spiritual awakenings experienced during fasting. Listeners will be intrigued by her insights on breaking sugar addiction and the importance of how one breaks a fast. Lynnette also delves into the benefits of superfoods and the dilemma of healthy snack options, all while encouraging a balanced approach to food and wellness.

Sep 4, 2018 • 1h 17min
Ep. 145 - Diversifying Women’s Health: Conversations on Mental Health, Holistic Wellness, & More with Editor-in-Chief Liz Plosser
Liz Plosser, Editor-in-Chief of Women's Health magazine, discusses her mission to diversify health content and prioritize mental wellness. She shares insights on managing a creative team and why mental health topics are now critical in every issue. Liz also reveals her self-care routine and spiritual practices, alongside tips for manifesting career goals. The conversation highlights the importance of holistic wellness and the role of relatable media in empowering women. Join her journey of evolving the brand while fostering meaningful connections.

Aug 30, 2018 • 1h 46min
Ep. 144 - John Wineland LIVE: Deeper Sex, Masculinity + Spiritual Intimacy
A few weeks ago, Lindsey + Krista had the pleasure of hosting a live conversation and Q+A with John Wineland, a transformational relationship expert, a spiritual intimacy teacher, and the guest on episode 96 + episode 97 of this show. John led the audience through a conversation about practicing the art of embodiment, intimate communication, and feeling for better relationships and a deeper connection in your love life. And as always, #ALMOST30NATION was so open and vulnerable with their questions. Questions answered touched on topics like intimacy and dating, the energetic dynamics of a relationship, sex, and so much more. (Of course, we’ll also be chatting all about it in the Secret Facebook Group!) We discuss… The 3 layers of sex: physical, emotional, & energetic Masculine essence + sex Yogic practices for strengthening your consciousness + turning your body into an invitation for love Do you have a masculine or feminine energy? Maybe both? Cultivating both your feminine + your masculine You can have a conscious one night stand How to live thriving, energized lives aligned with a deep purpose Invaluable tools that evoke the best from your partners for years to come How to reinvigorate relationships full of love, connection – and sex! Training your nervous system to express what’s true at a deeper level Find more to love at almost30podcast.com! Resources: Learn more | johnwineland.com
Instagram | @john_wineland
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Aug 28, 2018 • 1h 34min
Ep. 143 - From Stay-At-Home Mom to $100 Million: Alli Webb, Founder of DryBar, on Building the Mega Blowout Business
Alli Webb, founder of Drybar and author, transformed from a stay-at-home mom to a multi-millionaire entrepreneur. She discusses the challenges of balancing family life with building a business and the emotional journey of entrepreneurship. Alli shares insights on creating a powerful brand, the ups and downs of the beauty industry, and the importance of self-care. Her down-to-earth humor and wisdom inspire many, proving that success is possible with hard work and passion.

Aug 23, 2018 • 1h 24min
Ep. 142 - What is White Privilege? Waking Up to Our Unconscious Biases with Thais Sky
Thais Sky is a truth speaker, healer, women's coach, and feminist on a heart-led mission to have important conversations at the intersection of feminism + spirituality, and today she’s re-joining Lindsey + Krista to once again tackle some really big questions: How can we begin to dismantle our unconscious biases? How can we all be better allies to one another? And how can we provide a safe space for more conversations like these? We are constantly striving to evolve ourselves and this show by bringing more diverse voices into the conversation –as always, we are learning right along with you all. So thank you for being to open and vulnerable This episode includes… Opportunities for growth Being addicted to our shitty thoughts + shitty people Trying not to compartmentalize our own spirituality Feeling unworthy of your own self-care We can't show up for others if we’re not showing up for ourselves. Everything is about power dynamics The governmental + societal systems that keep certain groups of people oppressed How white women contribute to + benefit from racism How we can REALLY educate ourselves about systematic oppression + privilege If you don’t look at a wound, if you don’t take care of it, it’s going to get worse As privileged white girls, what is our place in the conversation? With privilege comes responsibility Living in an emotionally illiterate culture “You can’t love other people until you love yourself” sounds really nice – but that’s not necessarily the case! How to avoid tokenizing people of color When people say they’re “color blind” People need to do this work imperfectly (because perfect just isn’t going to happen) Deciding what kind of legacy we want to leave Find more to love at almost30podcast.com! Resources: Learn more | thaissky.com
Listen to Thais’ podcast | RECLAIM
Instagram | @IAmThaisSky
Facebook | facebook.com/thaiscsky
Twitter | @IAmThaisSky
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The Almost 30 Podcast is edited by Podcast Masters This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Aug 21, 2018 • 1h 22min
Ep. 141 - Queen of the Bees Carly Stein on Why We Must #SaveTheBees and How Sustainable Beekeeping Improved Her Health and Gave Her Purpose
Carly Stein, Founder and CEO of Beekeeper’s Naturals, shares her inspiring journey from finance to successful beekeeping. She discusses how propolis transformed her health and sparked her passion for sustainable beekeeping. Carly highlights the critical plight of bees and why organic honey can be misleading. Dive into the benefits of bee products like royal jelly and pollen, and learn about her innovative CBD honey. With a mission to #savethebees, Carly encourages others to embrace nature's magic while following their true passions.

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Aug 16, 2018 • 1h 38min
Ep. 140 - #ItsMiracleSeason: The Bachelorette’s Eric Bigger on Relationships, The Art of Listening and Diversity in Reality TV
Eric Bigger, a former contestant on The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, shares his refreshing insights on relationships and reality TV. He highlights the importance of listening to understand, and discusses being 'emotion rich' versus material wealth. Eric reveals the behind-the-scenes dynamics of dating on TV and reflects on the impact of diversity—or the lack thereof—in the franchise. He touches on commitment's varied meanings and the reality of dating post-show, encouraging a deeper discourse on love and authenticity.

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Aug 14, 2018 • 1h 19min
Ep. 139 - Dave Asprey (Founder of Bulletproof Coffee) on Spiritual Evolution, Becoming a Biohacker, Hormone Health, & His Entrepreneurial Journey
Dave Asprey, the visionary behind Bulletproof Coffee and the Bulletproof Diet, shares his journey from fortune to loss by 28. He delves into the fascinating connection between gut and brain health, along with personal insights on social challenges and humility. Discussion highlights include transformative holotropic breathing, the biology of belief, and why today’s youth may possess greater wisdom. Asprey also emphasizes that what you eat significantly impacts your feelings and provides valuable tips for optimizing women's hormonal health through the Bulletproof Diet.