Freckled Foodie & Friends

In this episode, I sit down with our doula, Ebonie Tudor. We discuss the very basics of what a doula is, the services they offer, how she became one, and why we decided to work with one during my pregnancy and for the birth of our child. She also answers a ton of the submitted questions by the Freckled Foodie community.     Read my blog post on what we packed in our hospital bags here Read my blog post on why we decided to work with a doula here   Follow Ebonie: Instagram: @karmatudor Website: karmatudor.com   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.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 I sit down with Kate Norkeliunas (aka Kate from Tik Tok). Kate tells us how she got her start on the app, her growth, mission and future account plans. Kate also shares her history with eating disorders and we deliberate on dealing with comments on social media that emotionally impact us. We dive into the differences between being a consumer versus a creator on both Instagram and Tik Tok and getting wrapped up in follower counts and metrics.    Follow Kate Norkeliunas: Instagram: @katenorkeliunas TikTok: @kate   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, body positivity advocate Mik Zazon and I discuss her journey with disordered eating, orthorexia, binge eating and bulimia. We talk about growing into intuitive eating, pregnancy’s impact on body image, frustrations with social media and developing emotional intelligence and vulnerability. Mik dives into her movement to normalize normal bodies and owning the things that make you unique. We also share tips on improving confidence and dealing with post-pandemic body anxiety.   The NY Times articles I mention: There's a Name for the Blah You're Feeling: Its Called Languishing and Banish Anxiety About Your Post Lockdown Looks   Follow Mik Zazon: Instagram: @mikzazon TikTok: mikkzazon Website: mikzazon.com   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Pr

On this episode Zahir and I discuss all things 3-on-3 basketball, training for the Olympics and dealing with its postponement. Zahir tells us how he maintains a “passion project” while also working in the corporate world and his appreciation towards his company for supporting his personal interests. We talk about the opinions and anxiety social media brings, and the reluctance to remain active online. We close with a discussion of Z's "ice cream wars" that took place on his Instagram stories.   Follow Zahir Carrington: Instagram: @kappazah   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode I sit down with Devi Brown (@devibrown), Chief Impact Officer at Chopra Global. We discuss the pitfalls of comparison, the “suffering olympics”, and transitioning guilt into action-oriented emotions. We talk about career pivots and grieving fulfilling aspects of our prior roles, along with struggling to find balance while being your own boss. We dive into “the badge of busy”, false productivity, and utilizing meditation to become your most authentic self.   Follow Devi Brown: Instagram: @devibrown Website: www.devibrown.com   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, Clarisa and I discuss infertility, miscarriages and surrogacy. Clarisa shares her miscarriage experiences and goes into detail regarding the loneliness and shame she felt throughout the process. We highlight the lack of education on miscarriages, the need to normalize the conversation of this topic, allowing ourselves to grieve, and asking for help when we need it. Clarisa also provides advice on how to be a better support system for friends/family going through a miscarriage and her experience with surrogacy.   Use code “FRECKLEDFOODIE15” for an additional 15% off your first month of the Beam dream subscription!! Who can pass on a 35% off deal!? Check out the subscription option and all of their products at beamtlc.com   Follow Clarisa Llaneza: Instagram: @clarisallaneza Website: clarisallaneza.com   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This epis

On this episode, I sit down with Brittney Castro, CFP and Founder of Financially Wise, to answer the FF community’s questions on finances and discuss the importance of consuming information in an educational fashion. Brittney outlines the basics of a 401k/IRA plans, different types of investments, and an explanation of high yield savings accounts and cryptocurrency. We also dive into knowing yourself and your risk appetite and understanding the tax implications of different investments.    Follow Brittney Castro: Instagram: @brittneycastro Website: financiallywiseinc.com   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, I am celebrating the podcast's 100th episode and reflecting on three years of being my own boss. I sit down to reflect on this year business-wise, discuss the growth of the show, answer some of your questions, and really just hype myself up. Thank you to everyone who has been along for this Freckled Foodie ride - I love you!!! Listen to the "Reflecting on Two Years of Being my Own Bos‪s‬" episode here Listen to the "Reflecting on One Year of Being my Own Bos‪s‬" episode here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.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 I talk to Helene Rutledge, co-founder of the supplement company Upgraid. Helene dives into her career transition from Big Pharma to “Un-Pharma” and what differentiates Upgraid from other supplement companies. We discuss the acceleration of telemedicine that can be attributed to COVID and the rise in patient-centered healthcare. We talk about the importance of preventative care, advocating for your own health and symptoms, and paying attention to what’s going on in your body.   Listen to the podcast episode with Justin Kamine here Listen to my solo podcast episode on digestive health here   Follow Upgraid: Instagram: @upgraid.me Website: upgraid.me & use code freckledfoodie for 20% off   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Polic

In this episode, I sit down with the ONLY three-peat guest, Sari Diskin (@saridiskin). Sari, who is one of my closest friends and now colleagues that I've met through this platform, and I sit down to chat allll things influencer industry and answer your submitted questions. We discuss the ins and outs of our business, some insight on the financial side of things, the pros and cons, and much more.   Purchase your Micro Mentorship Program E-Book HERE! This is not a regular e-book PDF. It is *interactive* - meaning, as you work through the pages of this book, there will be links to click with videos, screen recordings, and external resources to build on the book content. You will see our faces, hear our voices and be able to learn from us at your own pace. It is designed to be worked through in chronological order and we are here to support you throughout the process. Further, this is a community and we will make sure everyone who has decided to learn with us has access to it.   Follow Sari Diskin Instagram: @sa

In this episode I talk to Nora Maxwell, an activist helping white and non black POC be better allies. We dive into her mission of educating followers through digestible, approachable, meaningful and creative content and making the switch from learning to doing. We discuss the individual, interpersonal, and structural ways to act in allyship, how to hold family and friends accountable, and the white fragility that may arise. Nora also shares her experience growing up in a biracial household. In the solo ending portion of this episode, I discuss implicit bias and what I've noticed as a podcast host and also try to unpack my current relationship with my financials.   Listen to Nora’s episode on the Too Smart for This podcast here Listen to my episode on the Too Smart for This podcast here Learn more about the Rivet School here Take the Harvard race implicit bias test here   Follow Nora Maxwell: Instagram: @norajmaxwell   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie T

On this episode, Jazz and I discuss our experiences with brain trauma and car accidents. We talk about our emotions in the moment of our accidents, injuries sustained, our recovery journeys, and methods that helped our healing processes. We explain the magnitude of our concussions, and how we tried to jump into our past lives before fully recovering. We talk about the lessons learned, gratitude felt towards these life-altering experiences, and how they have shaped us into who we are today.    Join my Patreon here   Follow Jazz Leaf: Instagram: @recipes4health Website: jazzrecipes4health.com Youtube: recipes4health   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-

On this episode I sit down with curve model and influencer, Sydney Bell. We discuss the changes in consumers’ expectations from influencers, and the notion to put out real, meaningful, purposeful and inspiring content. We dive into the topic of confidence and echo the importance basing your self worth on other attributes besides your physical appearance. We talk about the culture and evolution of curvy women, struggles Sydney faced growing up, and how important it is to love the skin you’re in.   Notes from the solo portion recording: Watch my TikTok about the Apple Watch here The Britney doc I mention is the NY Times Framing Britney Spears documentary on Hulu   Follow Sydney Bell: Instagram: @sydneylbell TikTok: @sydneylbell  Youtube: Sydney Bell TV   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com

In this episode, I talk to food freedom coach Jessi Jean. We discuss actively shifting our perspectives of progress and our efforts to spend more time being present. We touch on the benefits of slowing down, taking a step back, and working smarter not harder. Jessi goes into her ever-evolving relationship with food, the problem with labels, brain trauma and health, and the importance of establishing a multidimensional approach to healing.   Follow Jessi Jean: Instagram: @jessijeannn Website: foodfreedomonlineprogram.com   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.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, I sit down with one of my close friends, Lauren Whatley (@lvwhatley), and talk about all things friendship. In a world where too many women feel pitted against one another, I am constantly in admiration of Lauren as a friend and her ability to constantly show up for those she loves. We talk about how to make friends in the “real world”, how to be a caring friend, and her newest venture, co-founding The Good Glow.   Listen to the FF & Friends episodes we mention featuring the other ladies of our friend group:  Ep 24: Ashley La Fond (@ofspaceandmind) on Organizing Your Life Ep 27: My Friend, Emily Bina, on Losing a Loved one to Suicide Ep 52: My Friend, Julia Paliare, on Living a Balanced Lifestyle   Follow Lauren: Instagram: @lvwhatley @goodglowco Website: thegoodglow.co (use code freckledfoodie20 for 20% off)   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled F

On this episode, I talk to health and wellness expert Kate Spies about Well+Good’s predicted 2021 wellness trends. We discuss COVID’s influence and impact on the wellness industry, and the shift to more accessible fitness, telemedicine, teletherapy, and self-care. We discuss the pre-COVID exclusivity portrayed around products and services in the wellness industry, and how COVID has made people realize they don’t need these expensive things to feel healthy.   Read the Well+Good 2021 Wellness Trends here   Follow Well + Good: Instagram: @iamwellandgood Website: www.wellandgood.com   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, Briana and I discuss the intense similarities of our pregnancies, our thoughts on maternity leave as an entrepreneur, and shifting our lives with surprise pregnancies. We dive into not feeling connected to our bodies during pregnancy, our feelings of loneliness and depression at points, and the pivotal moments that finally gave us that feeling of excitement. We talk about going into labor, how you set the tone for your delivery room, and what to expect postpartum. We also get into loss of identity during pregnancy and stances on putting our children on social media.   Listen to the first FF&Friends episode with Briana as a guest here   Follow Briana Thompson Instagram:@bri.monee @spikedspin @true_rules Website: https://linktr.ee/bri.monee1 Podcast: True Rules Podcast   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanz

On this episode, Sarah and I discuss the behind the scenes of being a content creator. We talk about the monetary components, creativity required, and hours spent working for yourself versus at a corporation. We compare our experiences transitioning from corporate America to the non-traditional workforce world, our qualms with “adulting”, and the reality of burnout. We also talk about Covid’s impact on people’s ability to plan, and using planning as a method to combat anxiety.    Follow Sarah Merrill: Instagram: @bigkidproblems @sarahamerrill_ Website: www.thebigkidproblems.com Podcast: Big Kid Problems   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-

On this episode, Aleen, Sami and I discuss the problems with the “new year new you” mentality. We discuss our intentions going into the new year, our mindset changes, and coming to the realization that there is more to life than having the ideal body and constantly dieting. We talk about our continually evolving relationships with working on ourselves, and finally getting to a place where we are not comparing ourselves to others, especially before and during pregnancy.    Listen to my episode on the Diet Starts Tomorrow podcast here Follow Aleen and Sami Instagram: @aleen @sami @dietstartstomorrow Website: www.betches.com Listen to the DST podcast: Diet Starts Tomorrow Listen to their episode with Mindy Kaling here Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privac

Join the Freckled Foodie Family on Patreon here! Book me for a Cameo here! Donat to the GOSO holiday gift drive here   Follow Brittani Lancaster: Instagram: @brittanilancaster Youtube: Brittani Lancaster TikTok: Brittani Lancaster   Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: freckledfoodie Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.