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Kayla is joined by co-hosts of the podcast “The Mash-Up Americans”, Rebecca Lehrer and Amy S. Choi, to discuss grief and how it’s time to accept it as a part of living. Grief comes in all shapes and forms - not just in death - but they cover different ways in which communities deal, how they discuss it within their families, and studies that show how trauma literally changes our DNA.Follow Mash-Up AmericansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CmRsJOnJnVv/Check out THE MASH-UP AMERICANS podcast: https://www.mashupamericans.com/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by dear friend and actor, Nichelle Hines, who shares her fateful journey into acting, getting out of it, and being called straight back in after a nine-year hiatus. From getting a drama degree as a hobby to starring alongside the likes of Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman, Nichelle’s fate really is in the stars after all. Follow NichelleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nichelleCheck out the trailer for A GOOD PERSON: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phRXBLwcy5IFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by certified financial planner and expert, Shannah Game, to discuss the taboo around discussing money and how to overcome financial trauma to achieve our larger goals. Follow Shannah  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannahgame/?hl=enCheck out “Everyone’s Talkin’ Money” podcast: https://everyonestalkinmoney.comFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by author Ruby Warrington to discuss the complex decision to not be a mother and explore the social circumstances that pressure female bodies to procreate. She also covers the long history of misogyny that bestows cruel judgment on women who cannot bear children simply due to biology or financial circumstances. A topic close to her heart, she encourages mothers and non-mothers alike to be involved in the conversation. Follow Ruby  Check out “Women Without Kids” the book: https://www.rubywarrington.com/books/women-without-kids/Check out “Women Without Kids” the podcast: https://www.rubywarrington.com/women-without-kids-podcasts/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back with part two of Kayla’s catch up with former co-star of The Vampires Diaries, artist, and dear friend, Sara Canning. They talk about making friends in your 30s, finding apartments in Atlanta, and the short film Sara’s been really wanting to make next. Follow Sara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saracanningFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by former co-star of The Vampires Diaries, artist, and dear friend, Sara Canning, to catch up on where she draws her incredible life perspective from in the world. She also tells how a serendipitous meet at a film festival led to her most favorite role yet. The conversation gets so good that it gets two parts, so catch the second half in the next episode! Follow Sara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saracanningFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by dating expert and associate director of global communications at OKCupid, Michael Kaye, to discuss the data behind dating apps and some strategies to bettering one’s results on these apps. Follow MichaelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelkayeprOKCupid: https://www.instagram.com/okcupidFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by medical doctor and nutrition expert, Amy Shah, to talk about how fixing our circadian rhythms can have a significant impact on our lifestyle and overall health. She explains the science and reasoning behind her 5-step program for battling excessive hunger pains. Follow AmyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmdCheck Out “I’m So Effing Hungry”: https://amymdwellness.com/pages/book-launchFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by veterinary epidemiologist Stephanie Venn-Watson, and her husband, Eric Venn-Watson, who is a physician and US Navy veteran, to discuss how helping dolphins led to an incredible discovery. Together, they launched the first new vitamin found in 90 years: Fatty15. Listen to learn more about all the possible health benefits it may bring! Follow Stephanie & Eric’s workInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatty15/?hl=enCheck out Fatty15: https://fatty15.com/pages/our-storyFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by computer science professor and artist, Dr. Gloria Mark, to discuss the myths surrounding attention spans and the very necessary breaks needed for our mental health. They explore the real science and data that showcases how reliant we’ve become on tech and screens in this digital age. Follow Dr. Gloria MarkDr. Mark’s website : https://gloriamark.comCheck out “Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness, and Productivity”: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/attention-span-gloria-mark?variant=40346590117922Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by inspirational community leader, Anthony ‘Cool Ant’ Williams, who founded the non-profit Neighborhood Hero. Neighborhood Hero’s mission is to make neglected areas healthier spaces for its inhabitants. They discuss how his group of runners came about and the inspirational people around him growing up helped mold the hero he is now today. Follow AnthonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cool_antCheck out Neighborhood Hero: https://www.instagram.com/_neighborhoodherosFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by close friend, entrepreneur, and actor Helena Mattson (American Horror Story, 666 Park Avenue) to discover how exactly Helena made her way from Stockholm all the way to Hollywood. They discuss the issues mothers face in the industry, starting a business, and how they approach their art as performers. Follow HelenaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/helena_mattssonGet 25% off your entire order at Ava Carrington with the code DC25 at https://www.avacarrington.com/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: December 31, 2018Bri Emery, founder of designlovefest, is one of the busiest people we know. She’s a graphic designer and art director with a travel collection in Target, and has created numerous campaigns for various brands. Though she is highly productive, she lives with anxiety. We explore our own definitions of anxiety and how we find inspiration to be creative.Follow Bri: @designlovefestFollow us on Instagram: @CandiceKayla Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: December 2, 2019First, the lovely Merritt Patterson joins us to talk all things holidays and her Hallmark Christmas movie, “Picture a Perfect Christmas.” Later we’re joined by Hannah Skvarla and she helps us with gift-giving during the holidays and introducing us to her fair trade store, The Little Market.Follow Merritt:Instagram: https://instagram.com/merritt_pattrsnTwitter: https://twitter.com/merrittpattrsn“Picture a Perfect Christmas:” https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/picture-a-perfect-christmasFollow Hannah:The Little Market: https://www.thelittlemarket.com/Thanks to our great sponsors: EverSmile, Stitch Fix, Happy Cards, and bareMinerals.Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by our producer Melisa D. Monts to discuss holiday traditions, thoughts on Christmas music, what qualifies as a Christmas movie, giving and receiving gifts, swap recipes, talk New Year's Resolutions, and play some Holiday Trivia.Follow MelisaInstagram: www.instagram.com/sheisnotmelissaWebsite: www.melisadmonts.comFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by licensed psychotherapist, Terri Cole, who helps define our own boundaries and keep to them without compromise. Sometimes whether it’s the workplace or with family, we feel pressured to sacrifice our own sense of comfort for others’. But Terri explains why we shouldn’t. Follow TerriPodcast:: https://www.terricole.com/podcast/ Check out: https://www.terricole.com/ Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by former talent agent and recovering addict, Dr. Elisa Hallerman, who helps us spot the signs and navigate the best approach to addiction, especially in assisting someone that may be suffering from it. Follow Dr. HallermanDr. Hallerman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drelisahallermanCheck out Dr. Hallerman’s website: https://drhallerman.comFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by writer and yoga teacher, Jessamyn Stanley, who has created her own space and community for all those who are seeking inner peace with their bodies. As a queer, Black woman who doesn’t meet the racist and fatphobic standards of the mainstream health industry, Jessamyn is bringing us back to moving not for the sake of social pressures but to feel good.Follow JessamynJessamyn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mynameisjessamyn/Check out the Underbelly: www.theunderbelly.com Check out We Go High: https://www.wegohigh.info/ Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayla is joined by former school teacher and now teacher career coach, Daphne Gomez, who helps us not feel so alone or guilty about pivoting careers. They discuss the realistic ups and downs in moving on from teaching, ways to be productive in your job search, and the community she has fostered through her new line of work. Follow DaphneThe Teacher Career Coach Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/teachercareercoachCheck out the Teacher Career Coach Podcast: https://teachercareercoach.com/category/teacher-career-coach-podcast/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.