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In part 2 of this quarter's series where Kate answers listener voicemails, she covers a lot of ground with a wide range of topical depth. This episode covers: -A discussion of the 'Troubled Teen' industry and the under the radar abuse of boot camps/wilderness therapy camps/conversion therapy programs that con parents into thinking that legitimate therapeutic treatment is being provided to their children. -An overview of what happened with Chrissy Teigen & Courtney Stoddard and a diatribe about the complexities and propaganda of cancel culture vs. general accountability -A nostalgic detour through official hot girl shoes at different points in Kate's life (remember when Sambas were like Loubs?) -Lauren Conrad: Mob boss or BFF? A thinkpiece on the term 'loyalty' on reality television -True Life: A listener called into the real Delilah. This is her story. -Then, an answer that is so long, half is (already recorded) and needs to be put on Patreon, where Kate responds to a 2 part voicemail from a listener struggling with purpose, contentment, comparison, job satisfaction, and ongoing disappointment due to deviating from their original goals in life. Enjoy! Stay tuned for the overflow content on patreon this weekend: patreon.com/bethereinfive Follow kate on instagram: instagram.com/bethereinfive HOTLINE: 312.379.9676 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Helix is offering up to $200 dollars off ALL mattress orders AND 2 free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/BETHEREINFIVE. Go to HelloFresh.com/bethereinfive12 and use code bethereinfive12 for 12 free meals, including free shipping! You can try OSEA risk-free for 30 days and get free shipping on orders over $50. They even send free samples with every order! Get 10% off your first order with my promo code BETHEREINFIVE at OSEAmalibu.com. Go to Zocdoc.com/BETHEREINFIVE and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. WORKS CITED: https://www.youthrights.org/issues/medical-autonomy/the-troubled-teen-industry/ https://www.hrc.org/resources/the-lies-and-dangers-of-reparative-therapy https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-involved/trevor-advocacy/50-bills-50-states/about-conversion-therapy/ https://www.thecut.com/2021/05/courtney-stodden-chrissy-teigen-told-me-to-kill-myself.html https://www.fastcompany.com/3057545/why-millennial-women-are-burning-out https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/annehelenpetersen/millennials-burnout-generation-debt-work

A two part episode! This week, Kate had so many interesting voicemails, she broke it up into two parts. In part 1, she answers some of the lighter fare, such as: How would she define a Hot Girl Summer? and other musings about the pursuit of hotness in our youth, feat. yet another country music tangent. How does she feel about Swifties calling Olivia Rodrigo a snake because she sent a PR package to Kim K? Where the hell do you make real friends as an adult? How does she feel about shopping dates? feat. an unsolicited dressing room soliloquy What's her dream fictional tv/movie location for a dinner party and the corresponding dream fictional cast? feat. an inevitable Gilmore Girls tangent What's the deal with women who with public platforms being accused of attention-seeking behavior? Does Kate know she's perpetuated Country Apple erasure in the context of B&BW scents? Tune in for part 2 as she tackles heavier topics, e.g. the troubled teen industry, MOH drama, feelings of failure, Chrissy Teigen, managing parental expectations, and more! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/bethereinfive. Don't miss out on this limited time offer! Uncommon Goods. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bethereinfive Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code BETHEREINFIVE to save an additional 15% off your first order. Support our show by going to Nutrafol.com and entering the promo code BETHEREINFIVE to save FIFTEEN DOLLARS OFF your first month's subscription plus FREE shipping on EVERY order

This week, Kate discusses a topic that combines her interests in both weddings and purity culture by reading listener-submitted stories about church-mandated pre-marital counseling, something she had a particularly interesting experience doing. This counseling is often done not by clergy members but by random married couples at the church. Without curriculum regulation, married couples teach engaged couples how to be married based on their personal anecdotal best practices, and the results range from quite troubling to absolutely hilarious, depending on who you get. Not meant to be offensive, just to share experiences about something that is mandatory for many couples, and has potential, but often underdelivers with archaic recommendations for gender roles, birth control, finances, etc. Enjoy! Support our sponsors! Allform is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/bethereinfive ButcherBox is offering new members a free BBQ Bundle in their first box– That's 2 NY strip steaks, 6 burgers, and 5 lbs of drumsticks all for FREE in your first box. Just go to ButcherBox.com/BETHEREINFIVE Get 25% off when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code BETHEREINFIVE at checkout Get key nutrients–without the B.S. Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/BETHEREINFIVE to start your Ritual today WORKS CITED https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2018/10/premarital-cohabitation-divorce/573817/ https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2019/11/06/marriage-and-cohabitation-in-the-u-s/

This week, Kate reviews Taylor Swift's Grammy-winning, iconic sophomore album, Fearless. She examines it both from the lens of nostalgia for when it first came out and also details her reaction to the new version released April 9th. From her favorite songs, to opinions on improved re-records, to favorite vault songs, to [shocking] emotional reflections on when she first heard these songs, Kate dives into the album like it's brand new. Beyond that, she hopes to tie it back to the poetry that lies within choosing this title for her first re-record; perhaps the most Fearless act of all- TS going out of her way to re-record all of her music and take back what's rightfully hers. Enjoy! Follow Kate: instagram.com/bethereinfive Bonus episodes, powerpoint parties, wedding story, and more! patreon.com/bethereinfive Outtro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fv8CUDTm8cw SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Visit Audible.com/bethereinfive or text bethereinfive to 500-500 I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bethereinfive Prose is the healthy hair regimen with your name all over it. Take your FREE in-depth hair quiz and get 15% off your first order today! Go to Prose.com/bethereinfive Explore your creativity at Skillshare.com/BETHEREINFIVE and get a free trial of Premium Membership

Today's episode is a really fun bonus interview featuring Laura Tremaine (host of 10 Things To Tell You, author of "Share Your Stuff. I'll Go First.") Laura recently wrote a 'guidebook to life-giving conversations for deeper relationships' that is designed to help you identify unique details and anecdotes from your own life and cultivate genuine connections with others. These connections, of course, can only be made if you do one thing first: share your stuff. Kate and Laura talk about a variety of things, from her upbringing, to her time in the mom blogging world, to why people aren't comfortable sharing, ot the importance of going deeper with friendships, to church camps, magical moments, examples from her book, Troop Beverly Hills, and more! Enjoy! You can follow Laura on instagram at @laura.tremaine and buy here book here! Allform is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/bethereinfive Get 20% off your first mani system when you use promo code BETHEREINFIVE at oliveandjune.com/BETHEREINFIVE

The podcast explores the term 'cheugy' and its implications in society, discussing topics such as stereotypes faced by millennials, the harm of 'basicness' to white women, the role of women in the influencer industry, and the double standards around cultural appropriation. They also mention sponsorships with OSEA, Feals, Helix Sleep, and HelloFresh.

The podcast discusses the trend of Instagrammable coffee and tea places that often lack nutritious ingredients. It also dives into the deceptive practices of MLMs like Herbalife, including their involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering. The chapter highlights the predatory nature of exploitative wellness communities and the dangers of disregarding systemic disadvantages. Additionally, it explores the deceptive nature of trendy drinks and merchandise, and expresses concern about their connection to Bible studies. The speaker also reflects on recent events, expresses gratitude, and mentions the possibility of discussing pop culture topics.

Self-help celebrity Rachel Hollis and the implications of her messaging are discussed in this podcast. Topics include sexism in dress codes and the workplace, lack of communication and diversity issues in motivational conferences, a case of firing a pregnant woman for premarital sex, societal pressure towards relationships and the importance of authenticity. The podcast also explores monetizing one's craft, the cost of booking a speaking gig with a well-known individual, women's empowerment, and embracing personal preferences while prioritizing honesty.

Self-help 'mogul' Rachel Hollis is analyzed, along with the controversial practices of large-scale self-help guru Tony Robbins. The podcast explores the similarities between cults, conservative religions, MLMs, and self-help gurus, exposing manipulative marketing strategies. The problematic advice and exploitative practices of self-help influencers are critiqued, along with contradictions and plagiarism in the self-development space. The connection between motivational speakers, MLMs, and manipulative tactics is explored, highlighting the importance of ethical practices. The dangers and pitfalls of self-help and coaching programs are discussed, emphasizing the need for professional help and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health.

A Rachel Hollis deep dive. In this episode, Kate dives into the recent controversy surrounding the self-help empire of Rachel Hollis, who is a wildly successful motivational speaker, podcast host, CEO of Rise (and formerly HollisCo), among other things, but is probably most well-known for being the author of NYT best sellers "Girl, Wash Your Face" and "Girl, Stop Apologizing." Kate starts with analysis of the troubling dialogue and caption of her now-deleted video and also now-deleted first apology last week. Then, she discusses the problem with "made for more" culture, especially in the context of the RISE conference and support of the MLM industry that preys on vulnerable people via her prosperity gospel-adjacent business coaching. Then Kate talks through her journey with what she's found troubling about Hollis' content, detailing how she thinks it fits in the broader 2010s self-help zeitgeist of #girlboss culture, and shares her journey in how these movements have shaped her view of feminism and empowerment. In the second episode, Kate will read more listener-submitted emails, wanting to give her take so she can open up the floor to give her yours. Please submit any feedback, stories of being in the RH fandom, or thoughts on women's self-help to podcast@bethereinfive.com subject line RH. All opinions in this episode are of Kate Kennedy's or listeners that submitted emails to Be There in Five Podcast. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Go to Feals.com/bethereinfive and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. Helix is offering up to $200 off ALL mattress orders AND 2 free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/BETHEREINFIVE. Go to HelloFresh.com/bethereinfive12 and use code bethereinfive12 for 12 free meals, including free shipping! Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/BETHEREINFIVE to start your Ritual today. Works Cited: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/12/style/rachel-hollis-girl-wash-your-face.html https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/janebradley/tony-robbins-self-help-secrets https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/stephaniemcneal/rachel-hollis-girl-wash-face-accused-plagiarizing-quotes https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/books/how-rachel-hollis--a-texas-mom-of-four--ended-up-writing-one-of-the-years-biggest-books/2018/11/10/59d3e89e-d9e1-11e8-a10f-b51546b10756_story.html Quote from Tony Robbins' seminars: https://medium.com/the-awl/im-with-awesome-fire-walking-with-tony-robbins-fcd4a49d8ed Savvy Writes Books RH Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WShNx2HsXRGjj9F593HzA Black Magic Violin: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4vsND-4wfP8LaCJX6v0wZg