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As Vic was getting ready for her 6th grade dance, she was listening to today’s guest, chart-topping and multi-platinum recording artist JoJo! For the first time ever, JoJo lets us in on the highs and lows of her career and personal experiences detailed in her new memoir: Over the Influence. Joanna opens up about what it was like entering the music industry at 12, almost signing with Britney Spears and what really happened in the ten-year gap between albums. Joanna bravely and vulnerable talks about growing up in AA rooms, her turbulent family dynamic, and her own journey with addiction. She and Vic also discuss their shared experience with an eating disorder, and the lessons they’ve learned about overcoming the need for validation in favor of self-acceptance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who screamed the lyrics to Leave (Get Out), or needs encouragement to write a new narrative, choose freedom, and trust your inner voice. Instagram: @iamjojoRead: Over the Influence: A Memoir by Joanna "JoJo" LevesqueSponsors:AG1: Start your day with AG1 and notice the difference for yourself! www.drinkAG1.com/realpodGeorgia Tech Scheller College of Business: Visit gtmbawomen.com to learn more about the Georgia Tech MBA.Zitstika: ZitSticka is offering listeners 15% off the custom JONBOY UNDERCOVER patches on Amazon or zitsticka.com with code JONBOYPOD.Bobbi Brown: See more of the campaign and discover your perfect shade of Weightless Skin Foundation at BobbiBrown.comProduced by Dear MediaThis 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.

In this episode, Tay Lautner, mental health speaker, activist, and founder of The Lemons Foundation, joins Victoria to discuss her journey from nursing to mental health advocacy. Tay opens up about how working on the frontlines during COVID led to depression, anxiety, and PTSD, and how this experience inspired her nonprofit and podcast, The Squeeze, with her husband, Taylor Lautner. She shares her mental health struggles, navigating sudden fame, and how her relationship with her husband provides support during tough times. Tune in for practical advice on supporting loved ones through mental health challenges and breaking the stigma!Instagram: @taylautnerWebsite: Lemons FoundationPodcast: The SqueezeBobbi BrownBetterHelp Quince LMNT Georgia Tech Scheller College of BusinessProduced by Dear MediaThis 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.

Loren Gray is so much more than meets the eye in a 10 second TikTok video, and that’s what you’ll hear in today’s episode. Loren talks about what she’s learned from her time on the Internet since she was just 13 years old; how it has impacted her mental health, body image and self esteem. She shares the behind the scenes of her new Netflix movie, Incoming, and the slow-motion scene every girl dreams about. Wise beyond her 22 years, Loren shares the recent perspective shift she gained after her grandmother’s recent cancer diagnosis, what she’s learned about relationships and the importance of work-life balance. Plus, Vic and Loren geek out about the first time they met Taylor Swift and Loren’s appearance in The Man music video. Make sure to tune in for a dose of realness behind her social media stardom and don’t forget to watch Incoming on Netflix now!Instagram: @lorenTikTok: @lorengrayWebsite: iamlorengray.comSponsors:Bobbi Brown: Lainie's fav!! Discover your perfect shade of Weightless Skin Foundation at BobbiBrown.com.AG1: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3 K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drink AG1.com/realpodOur Place: Go to from ourplace.com and enter my code REALPOD at check out to receive 10% off sitewide. That’s from ourplace.com code REALPODGeorgia Tech Scheller College of Business: Visitgtmbawomen.comto learn more about the Georgia Tech MBA.Manukora: Head to MANUKORA.com/REALPOD to get $25 off the Starter Kit!Produced by Dear MediaThis 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.

In this episode, Victoria sits down with her husband, Max, to chat about his career journey and celebrate his new job as the lead color commentator for the CW! From working with Gary V to leading content for Lewis Howes, Max has made some big pivots in his twenties, including a switch to commercial real estate that wasn’t always easy on his mental health. They dive into the ups and downs of starting over in a new field, the stress of juggling multiple careers, and the lessons learned along the way. Max opens up about the importance of following your passion, dealing with anxiety and insecurities, and how to recognize the signs that it might be time to move on from your current career. Whether you’re figuring out your own career path or just need a little inspiration for what’s possible, this episode is full of real talk and valuable takeaways!Instagram: @maxbrownePrevious episode: The Max Browne Interview - What Really Happened to the Nation's #1 RecruitSponsors:Bobbi Brown: Discover your perfect shade of Weightless Skin Foundation at BobbiBrown.comQuince: Head to quince.com/realpod for free shipping and 365 day returns!BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/REALPOD and get on your way to being your best self!LMNT: Get your free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/REALPODProduced by Dear MediaThis 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.

Vic recently experienced a pivotal unlock in therapy about her core beliefs and how her perfectionism is holding her back. In this chaotic life update, she shares how her therapist guided her to this newfound perspective and how she’s implementing systems and practices to help her reduce stress and anxiety, and quell her perfectionistic tendencies. She gives recent examples from working with Max and her team to illustrate how her ideas of success and internal sense of urgency may work to her advantage and disadvantage at times, and the changes she has made to invite more peace and happiness into her life. If you are in a funk or struggle with perfectionism, this episode is for you!Sponsors:Zitsticka: ZitSticka is offering listeners 30% off its best-selling patches on Amazon with codeP ATCHES30.AG1: www.drinkAG1.com/realpodManukora: Head to MANUKORA.com/REALPOD to get $25 off the Starter Kit.Cozy Earth: Go to cozyearth.com/realpod and use code REALPOD for an exclusive discount for up to 40% off!Bobbi Brown: Lainey's favorite gloss! See more of the campaign and discover your perfect shade of Weightless Skin Foundation at BobbiBrown.com.Produced by Dear MediaThis 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.

Looking for love as The Bachelorette, while unconventional, is exactly what Jenn Tran needed to break toxic dating patterns and relearn how to trust her gut instincts. In this episode, Jenn opens up about her journey from growing up as a first-generation Vietnamese immigrant to studying medicine to navigating the highs and lows of being the first Asian Bachelorette. Jenn shares the challenges and perspective-shifting gifts of her upbringing, opening up about the coping mechanisms she's unlearning and the power of therapy in healing generational trauma. Discover how she handles social media criticism as she steps into the role of a public figure and the unexpected lessons she learned from dating 25 men at once. Plus, Vic and Jenn bond over being Swifties! Tune in to get a sneak peek into what we can expect from the rest of her season and what’s next for Jenn after the show. #bachelornationInstagram: @jenntranxSponsors:BetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpodLMNT: www.drinkLMNT.com/realpodCozy Earth: www.cozyearth.com/realpod code REALPOD for 40% offProduced by Dear MediaThis 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.

It’s time to enter your decluttering era! Today, Victoria shares her seven tips for decluttering your space and feeling more peace at home. Drawing from her personal experience with this game-changing lifestyle shift, Vic gives her advice on how to get the energy and motivation to declutter your space, how to reimagine what works best for your lifestyle and the impact it can have on your mental health. She shares how to get started, how to get organized, and how to let go of sentimental items you may not realistically need anymore. Sometimes you need a best friend to hype you up and be by your side through the process, and that’s exactly the energy and guidance you’re getting from Vic in this episode. Get ready to reclaim your peace and your space, because once you go to the decluttered life, you don't really look back!TikTok: @thebartahouseWe love you and we think you'll love our sponsors!AG1: Get your nutrients without thinking about it! www.drinkAG1.com/realpodOur Place: Declutter your kitchen with the Our Place Wonder Oven! www.fromourplace.com code REALPOD for 10% off.Manukora: Head to Manukora.com/REALPOD to get $25 off the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook.Produced by Dear MediaThis 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.

Star of Netflix’s America’s Sweetheart and Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Victoria Kalina is opening up about her mental health and body image journey. Victoria is known and beloved for being vulnerable and opening up about the pressures of perfection in one of the world’s most iconic cheerleading organizations in the new documentary series. In this conversation, she shares what led to her mental health break, how she’s navigated her eating disorder, the most profound takeaways she’s had in therapy and her brave decision to leave DCC behind before her final fifth year. She also sets the record straight on *that birthday party* and her relationship with her teammates. Victoria’s a shining example of being your real self versus your filter side, inspiring others to live authentically. Can’t wait to see what she does next? Tune in to hear how Victoria is doing now that she’s starting a new chapter in New York City and the new goals she’s currently pursuing! One thing’s for sure: her future is very bright.Instagram: @victoriakalinaSponsors:BetterHelp: Vic and Victoria are both firm believers in finding the right therapist - BetterHelp lets you do so by changing therapists at no extra cost! www.betterhelp.com/realpod Quince: www.quince.com/realpodAG1: www.drinkag1.com/realpodEquip: www.equip.health/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis 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.

Beach volleyball World Champions Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng are sharing what it’s like preparing for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! From how they’re processing this huge milestone in their careers to the key ingredients that make up their winning partnership, Sara and Kelly give incredible insight and advice on how to navigate wins and losses. The queens of the court share how they manage moments of high stress and anxiety as professional athletes, and how they’re learning to be proud of themselves and stay in the moment no matter what. Tune in to peek inside the minds of a dream team crushing goals on an Olympic scale. Go Team USA! Sara’s Instagram: @sarahughesbeachKelly’s Instagram: @kellychengSponsors:AG1: www.drinkAG1.com/realpod code REALPODQuince: www.quince.com/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis 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.

Drew Afualo, TikTok's advocate for women's rights, gives advice on toxic relationships, handling public exposure, and combating misogyny. She shares insights on self-worth, therapy, and empowering others. Don't settle for less in life!