The 30 year-old freelance journalist and Pilates teacher doesn't have anything dramatic to point to in her life, yet she has struggled to find her voice in life with bad relationships, eating disorders, depression, body dysmorphia, and intense fears of rejection and feeling excluded. Paul and Amanda peel back the layers to try to find out what's underneath. ... Show More
Mar 6
#790 Fathers, Sons & Vulnerability - Mike de la Rocha
Mike de la Rocha is a musician, author, and social justice advocate who joins Paul to discuss why vulnerability is so important for men– something his father’s death helped him see. Look for his book, Sacred Lessons: Teaching My Father How to Love, and his podcast of the same nam ... Show More
1h 37m
Feb 27
#789 Sexual Shame - Dr. Nicole McNichols
Dr. Nicole McNichols is an internationally renowned human sexuality professor, author, and speaker whose college course, The Diversity of Human Sexuality, is the most popular in the history of the University of Washington. She and Paul discuss the importance of communication when ... Show More
2h 9m
May 2024
The Truth About Body Dysmorphia & Cultivating Body Positivity ft. Sarah Nicole Landry
Sarah Nicole Landry is the founder and creator behind the wildly popular brand The Birds Papaya. Today, she talks about her story with body dysmorphia, extreme weight loss, and how she finally started to cultivate a positive body image for herself. You can listen to her full-leng ... Show More
8m 40s
May 2024
S2E1: A Clean Start : Embracing Transition, Navigating Clean Living, and the Journey to True Health With Mona
On this episode of the Monavated podcast, join Mona as she embarks on a new chapter of her podcasting journey—this time, going solo. Reflecting on her past collaborations and the evolution of her content creation from YouTube to podcasting, she shares the lessons learned and the ... Show More
23m 58s
Aug 2023
Confession Corner - BLAME THE KIDS
<p>Ever wondered about the hidden stories that weave the tapestry of human existence? Brace yourselves, because in this episode, we're peeling back the layers and delving into stories that challenge our perceptions, tug at our emotions, and remind us of the complexities that make ... Show More
28m 37s
<p><strong> WELCOME TO WHAT I LEARNED THIS WEEK - He Ain't The One</strong></p><p><strong>A 5 minute bonus episode</strong> for my besties that don't do podcasts or have the time! </p><p>This week I learned the truth about right guy, wrong time. So here's a 5 minute pep talk that ... Show More