

Velvet's Edge with Kelly Henderson
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The Velvet's Edge Podcast is an invitation to explore the beautiful, messy truth that real growth is an inside job. Hosted by Kelly Henderson—a celebrity stylist and men's groomer who has learned firsthand that "looking good" on the outside only gets you so far—this podcast is a space for the conversations you don't always hear out loud.
Life has a way of knocking us flat, and Kelly believes there is purpose in that pain. She uses her own journey of plot twists to show that true beauty is found by going inward. On some days, you'll hear deep dives with therapists, healers, and other people who have turned their pain into something beautiful. On other days, Kelly and Chip Dorsch laugh their way through the weird, messy "WTF is this life?" moments, because growth is easier when you and your bestie can laugh through it together.
This podcast is for you if you've ever felt empty despite doing everything you were "supposed to" do. It's for you if you're stuck in a toxic relationship cycle and don't know how to get out. It's for you if you're in the middle of a total life plot twist and have no idea where to start. You aren't broken beyond repair. You are simply a human on a soul's journey, and even though we each have our own path, it's a lot easier when we have a little help from our friends.
Life has a way of knocking us flat, and Kelly believes there is purpose in that pain. She uses her own journey of plot twists to show that true beauty is found by going inward. On some days, you'll hear deep dives with therapists, healers, and other people who have turned their pain into something beautiful. On other days, Kelly and Chip Dorsch laugh their way through the weird, messy "WTF is this life?" moments, because growth is easier when you and your bestie can laugh through it together.
This podcast is for you if you've ever felt empty despite doing everything you were "supposed to" do. It's for you if you're stuck in a toxic relationship cycle and don't know how to get out. It's for you if you're in the middle of a total life plot twist and have no idea where to start. You aren't broken beyond repair. You are simply a human on a soul's journey, and even though we each have our own path, it's a lot easier when we have a little help from our friends.
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Sep 6, 2023 • 59min
Pisces Full Moon & September Astrology Report (the Velvet)
Kelly welcomes back Master Astrologer and coach, Marvin Wilkerson, to discuss the breakdowns of the energy in place from the Leo New Moon to Pisces Full Moon and onto the Virgo New Moon. There are many retrogrades all happening and ending in September. Marv gives listeners an overview of the lessons they may be feeling and gives the route to healing. Masculine/feminine energy is also discussed. "The Virgo New Moon is the time we will stand firmly behind what we say. We will begin to project an honest self-image with unchanging values." Website: astromarv.com For readings or coaching sessions: marvin@astromarv.comFollow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 1, 2023 • 6min
Plate or Platter? (The Edge)
Chip offers some words of wisdom for Labor Day weekend. Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorsch Email: theedge@velvetsedge.com Follow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 2023 • 32min
Soul & Science with Founder and CEO, Jason Harris (the Velvet)
Jason Harris is the Co-Founder and CEO of Mekanism, an award winning creative advertising agency whose clients include Ben & Jerry's, Peloton, OkCupid, Molson Coors and Alaska Airlines and author of the bestselling book The Soulful Art of Persuasion. He is also the host of the Soul and Science podcast. Although he is wildly successful in business, he joins Kelly to talk about the importance of what he is learning about vulnerability, transparency and empathy for building a successful and full life. Jason discusses how he is incorporating lessons he learned in group therapy into his business life and also the importance of the masculine uncovering their own sense of emotionality and bringing his whole self into his business and relationships. Jason also gives listeners tangible tips for staying true to their brand or personal soul and authenticity, as well as the secrets to the art of persuasion. Book: The Soulful Art of Persuasion Podcast: Soul & Science Website: https://mekanism.com Socials: @jason_harris Follow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 2023 • 27min
Abandon Wrap Up (The Edge)
Kelly and Chip talk about the month of podcast influenced by the word 'Abandon." Chip talks about why he wouldn't do an all inclusive vacation again. Kelly talks about what happens in her somatic therapy sessions and why it's rocking her world. "My therapist explained that talk therapy is therapy for the brain. Somatic is therapy for your nervous system. So we are just trying to get my nervous system to regulate." New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.comFollow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23, 2023 • 26min
Abandon: Let Go Of Old Narratives & Step Into Your Innate Power with Monica Berg (The Velvet)
Kelly is joined by Monica Berg, international speaker, spiritual thought leader, author and co-host of the Spiritually Hungry podcast. Monica’s mission is to show individuals how to create a life that not only feels like it’s working but most importantly, a life in which they are living and loving as the powerful, fulfilled person they’ve always wanted to be. Monica tells listeners the best tools for internal growth, as well as: - 5 Ways to Rethink Loneliness -5 Steps to Owning Your Innate Power -3 Ways to Live and Leave a Lasting ImprintBooks: Fear Is Not An OptionRethink LoveThe Gift Of Being Different Podcast: https://www.spirituallyhungrypodcast.comWebsite: https://rethinklife.todaySocials: @monicaberg74Follow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 2023 • 48min
Abandon: Porn & Psychology (the Edge)
Kelly and Chip welcome award winning porn director, Jacky St. James to the podcast to discuss her life working in the adult entertainment industry. Jacky is known for her feminist approach to porn and describes how the process of writing and directing a porn film has many similarities to other kinds of film shoots. She also tells the story of fearlessly abandoning the life she once sought as an actress and taking the risk to jump into porn. Jacky is also currently getting her master's degree in Family and Marriage Psychology which leads the conversation to dissect much about the connection of psychology to human sexuality and why she sees this everyday in her line of work. They also discuss the fear around discussing porn, yet the fact that the billion dollar industry doesn't seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. Whether you agree with porn or not, knowledge is power. Kelly discusses why understanding the porn industry is helping her let go of (abandon) some of her preconceived notions and fears about the industry in general. website: jackystjames.com Socials: @jackystjames Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorsch Email: theedge@velvetsedge.com Follow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 2023 • 47min
Abandon: You are Your Most Powerful Healer with Ryan Haddon
Kelly talks to life coach, hypnotherapist and programming director of Sage and Sound in NYC, Ryan Haddon about finding gratitude, why relationships are here to heal us and how overcoming addiction was the “window of grace” she needed. Ryan tells her story of coming back from years of alcohol abuse, codependent and love addiction in relationships and a very public divorce why those things were actually the things that saved her life. Ryan and Kelly discuss the mirrors that all relationships bring and how our subconscious mind controls 95% of our thoughts. Ryan gives tools on how to connect with that subconscious mindset and reframe old programming to make different choices in life and relationships.Socials: @ryan.haddonWebsite- ryanhaddon.comFollow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 2023 • 32min
Abandon: Funny Ways People Quit Jobs (The Edge)
Kelly and Chip share insane stories about wild ways people have abandoned ship and quit their jobs. Please note: these are not given as suggestions, but as a way to vicariously live through people doing the crazy things we have all thought about once or twice. Cheers to a Friday laugh! Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorsch Email: theedge@velvetsedge.comFollow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 2023 • 35min
Abandon: Breakup to Breakout with Holistic Coach & Chef Laura Lea Bryant (The Velvet)
Kelly welcomes an old friend & holistic chef, Laura Lea Bryant to the podcast to talk about her new book and business. Laura Lea is a well known holistic chef with two previous cookbooks and former website LLBalanced. After going through a divorce and multiple rough breakups after the divorce, Laura Lea channelled her love for holistic food into a new approach to holistic healing overall. She talks to Kelly about the moment she realized she wasn't living an authentic life and how she knew she needed to take her knowledge from holistic eating and apply it to healing her broken heart. Laura Lea's new book 'Recipes for an Aching Heart' and subsequent coaching program, help clients navigate their grief in a deeper way that offers true healing from the root and also celebrates the food and nourishment our body needs to get through that process. "I really just realized that I knew who I was in business and as a chef, but when it came to relationships, I had absolutely no idea who I was or what I wanted." Website: llbalanced.com Socials: @lauraleabalanced New Book: Recipes for an Aching Heart Follow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 4, 2023 • 20min
August Word of the Month (The Edge)
Chip talks about his future possible career move. Kelly asks listeners for feedback on the podcast format. The duo introduces this month’s word of the month and sings a few songs together in the process. Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorsch Email: theedge@velvetsedge.com Follow Velvet's Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.