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Mar 29, 2023 • 41min

recapping my trips to Paris & Hawaii! (traveling with mom, vacay meltdowns, & brutal sunburns lol)

Victoria is sharing all things Paris! What it was like traveling with her Mom, Lainie the legend, how she approached intuitive eating on vacation, spilling the tea about buying her new Dior Saddlebag, and more!    She also opens up about her recent work-related stress breakdown that happened on the beaches of Hawaii and the habits she's implementing to recenter when things get overwhelming.    Grab your headphones and get ready to feel like you’re on the other side of the phone hearing about your BFF’s vacation!    Sponsored by LMNT: My fav! The headache-buster. Visit www.drinkLMNT.com/realpod BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month of therapy at betterhelp.com/realpod Vionic: MUST HAVE. Use code REALPOD at checkout for free shipping at www.vionicshoes.com Athletic Greens: I drink AG1 every single day. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod   Produced by Dear Media 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mar 22, 2023 • 47min

How Do We Overcome the Unthinkable? Joci Scott Talks Life as a Paralyzed Dancer and Actress

This week Victoria is sitting down with Joci Scott, creator, actor, and Rollettes dancer. In 2019, Joci was paralyzed from the hips down in a plane accident. For the past four years, Joci has shared her story on social media, building a community of over 80k followers across Instagram and TikTok. She strives to maintain a positive mindset, create a community in the art world with organizations like the Rollettes, and pursue her goals as a performer. Victoria and Joci are discussing Joci's path to educate people about disability awareness, creating more disability representation across media, and successfully navigating life's biggest changes from her accident to navigating family dynamics at your wedding. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to pursue their dreams while also managing life's unexpected challenges. Highly recommended! Follow Joci: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jociscott/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jociscott?lang=en Sponsored by Way App: Visit eatmyway.com to receive 30% off your subscription and a one-week free trial! Goodr: Did you see my polarized slope goggles? Head to goodr.com/realpod for FREE shipping when you get your own! Athletic Greens: I drink AG1 with Max every single day! Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Nuuly: Get $20 off your first month of Nuuly clothing rental at nuuly.com with code REALPOD20 Produced by Dear Media 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mar 15, 2023 • 53min

"Jail Was My Wake Up Call" Going from Felon to Fitness Mentor w. Doug Bopst

This week Victoria is sitting down with Doug Bopst the award-winning personal trainer, author, speaker, and host of the Adversity Advantage Podcast. Becoming known for transforming his life as a former felon and drug addict, sentenced to years in jail due to his poor decisions to be a successful mentor, and public speaker, today Doug shares parts of his story like never before.    Diving into the toll striving for external validation can take on your mental health, the reality of navigating complicated family dynamics, and how creating true self esteem is about showing up for yourself first. You don't want to miss this powerful conversation!    More from Doug: https://www.instagram.com/dougbopst/?hl=en   Sponsored by LMNT: My fav! The headache-buster. Visit www.drinkLMNT.com/realpod BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month of therapy at betterhelp.com/realpod Vionic: MUST HAVE. Use code REALPOD at checkout for free shipping at www.vionicshoes.com Cozy Earth: THESE SHEETS! Hit cozyearth.com and use code REALPOD for 35% off sitewide! Best bedding + PJs EVER. Produced by Dear Media 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mar 8, 2023 • 54min

“I’m Having An Existential Crisis!” Answering Life’s Big Questions w/ Dr. Varun Soni

This week Victoria sits down with her former advisor and long-time mentor USC's Dean Soni. As a longtime student of every major religious tradition in the world, a contributor to the Huffington Post, and the Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life at USC, Dean Soni This episode goes deep from the start. Victoria and Dean Soni really dig into how to actually stay positive in your life despite the current state of the world, how as humans we're always in a state of transition, and how you can leverage that to find gratefulness. This episode is perfect for anyone who's working to navigate life's transitions.   Sponsored by: Goodr: Did you see my polarized slope goggles? Head to goodr.com/realpod for FREE shipping when you get your own! Vionic: MUST HAVE. Use code REALPOD at checkout for free shipping at www.vionicshoes.com Cozy Earth: THESE SHEETS! Hit cozyearth.com and use code REALPOD for 35% off sitewide! Best bedding + PJs EVER. Athletic Greens: I drink AG1 with Max every single day! Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod   Produced by Dear Media 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mar 1, 2023 • 49min

Hannah Berner is BACK! Rehashing Our Weddings (Plan B Pills & Regrets?!)

Hannah Berner is back and she's better than ever! In the past couple of years, she's become a total comedy superstar on TV and social media. You probably know her from Bravo's Summer House or as the hilarious stand-up comedian all over your for you page. Her hilarious man-on-the-street interviews and quick-fire crowd work moments have helped Hannah amass an audience of over 2M followers on TikTok and 650k on Instagram.  Both Hannah and Victoria are spilling all the tea on what they've been up to since they last chatted... careers taking off, husbands and weddings! They're covering everything from the toxic idea of "shedding for the wedding" to an impromptu post-wedding Plan B adventure. It's gonna be a mix of hilarious and heartfelt moments, and trust us, you won't want to miss it!   Sponsored by: Way: Visit http://eatmyway.com/ for 30% off yoursubscription and a one-week free trial! BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month of therapy at betterhelp.com/realpod Athletic Greens: I drink AG1 every single day. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Vionic: MUST HAVE. Use code REALPOD at checkout for free shipping at www.vionicshoes.com   Produced by Dear Media 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Feb 22, 2023 • 37min

I don't want to call it an identity crisis + my next chapter

Doesn't get more raw and unfiltered than this week's episode! For anyone that's watched Victoria's journey from D1 athlete to TEDx speaker, body-image influencer, and now wife & business owner, this episode is the beginning of the next phase. Victoria's diving into what happens when you've healed the very things you built your brand on, how she's taking the next steps in her career, and what it's really like to evolve as a creator but more importantly, human. Plus, how she's learning to accept that she might not be relatable to everyone. This episode is all about keeping it real and being vulnerable, discussing the ups and downs of life and the importance of showing up authentically. Warning: we get into some heavy stuff, buckle up for this candid conversation! LMNT: My fav. The headache-buster. drinkLMNT.com/realpod Goodr: Did you see my polarized slope goggles? Head to goodr.com/realpod for FREE shipping when you get your own! Vionic: MUST HAVE. Use code REALPOD at checkout for free shipping at www.vionicshoes.com Produced by Dear Media 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Feb 15, 2023 • 58min

"Your Body Is For Living Not Looking" Validate Yourself + Build Your Best Life ft. Liz Moody

This week Vic's sitting down with blogger and Healthier Together podcast host Liz Moody. With nearly a million followers across TikTok and Instagram, Liz has built her career sharing her philosophy that healthy looks different for everybody! In today's episode, Liz and Victoria dive into how to overcome self-judgement, what health really looks like over time, the benefits of rejection therapy and how it's the small moments where we all need to be prioritizing more fun. Such a jam packed episode, you're not going to want to miss this one!   Sponsored by BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off your first month! CozyEarth: Hit cozyearth.com and use code REALPOD for 35% off sitewide! Best bedding + PJs EVER. Nuuly: Get $20 off your first month of Nuuly clothing rental at nuuly.com with code REALPOD20 Athletic Greens: I drink AG1 every single day. Visit athleticgreens.com/realpod Produced by Dear Media 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Feb 8, 2023 • 51min

Allison Kuch: Life as a Creator & NFL Wife

This week Victoria's joined by the one and only Allison Kuch. With over 2 million followers on Tiktok and a nearly 90k on YouTube Allison has become known for authentically sharing her life as creator, business owner, and wife to defensive end Issac Rochell.  Now she's opening up about her journey finding success as a content creator, what it's really like to be an NFL wife, and how she's learning to take life's changes one step at a time. This is an episode you are not going to want to miss!    Support the show by checking out our partners! LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/realpod Cozy Earth: cozyearth.com code REALPOD for 35% off EveryPlate: Get $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code realpod149. Athletic Greens: Max and I drink this EVERY. DAY. Visit www.athleticgreens.com/realpod Produced by Dear Media 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Feb 1, 2023 • 54min

7 Tips For Building A Healthy Relationship (Ft. My Husband, Max!)

Max is Back! This week's episode Victoria sits down with husband/recurring pod guest, Max, and they're dishing on what it ACTUALLY takes to build a healthy relationship. From setting boundaries, to saying what you want, but also how to keep things fun, they're breaking down how they're setting the tone for their marriage in this first year.   The Brownes are sharing their tried-and-true tips after 6 years together and almost 1 year married, on how they've built and maintained a healthy relationship. But first, we're a fly on the wall as they walk the talk and work through a disagreement from the morning of recording... in real time! It doesn't get more real than that. Whether you're in a relationship or just curious about what it takes to make it work, this episode is a must-listen. So, put on your headphones and enjoy!   Produced by Dear Media 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Jan 25, 2023 • 48min

Dating Advice, Toxic Exes, & Choosing Sobriety with We Met At Acme AKA Lindsey Metselaar

Victoria is sitting down with Lindsey Metselaar host of the successful We Met at Acme podcast with over 200k followers across social media. Her podcast, We Met At Acme delves into sex, relationships and vulnerability, with some hilarious anecdotes along the way. This ultimate deep dive into what it is to be a millennial dating in New York City. From dating horror stories, threesomes, to advice on surviving situationships and beyond Lindsey and Victoria aren't holding nothing back this week. Lindsey shares the three types of toxic exes we need to look out for, how to keep a spark alive in a long term relationship and how getting sober changed changed her dating life. If you're ready to give up on dating, this episode just may give you hope!   Produced by Dear Media 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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