I’m back for another solo episode! In this one, I’m catching you up on everything: life lately, parenting epiphanies, personal shifts, and a few hot takes I had to get off my chest. From summer travel plans and raising pre-teens to why I’m not falling for every wellness trend online, this one's a mix of honest reflections and playful rants (yes, we’re talkin ... Show More
Oct 7
Why I Started Therapy Again & Other Important Life Updates
This episode is brought to you by Furtuna Skin: Italian, olive oil–based skincare that’s pure, potent, and transformative. Try their eye revitalizing cream and more at https://www.furtunaskin.com, and get 20% off your first purchase with code VALERIA20. In this solo episode of No ... Show More
39m 49s
Sep 30
Not Skinny But Not Fat: How Amanda Hirsch Turned an Obsession Into Opportunity
In this episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with Amanda Hirsch, the voice behind the hit podcast and Instagram account Not Skinny But Not Fat. Known for her witty, unfiltered takes on pop culture and reality TV, Amanda opens up about her journey from acting and odd jobs in Is ... Show More
1 h
Sep 23
Behind Her Aesthetic: The Unfiltered, Whimsical World of Chloé Crane-Leroux
In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with lifestyle photographer, cookbook author, and content creator Chloé Crane-Leroux for an inspiring conversation about art, food, and finding balance in a world that never stops moving. Chloé opens up about her early years ... Show More
52m 12s
Nov 2024
432: The Rejection Complex: Stop Holding Back in Business and Life with Nakeia Homer
In this conversation, Nakeia Homer joins Natalie to explore the profound connections between personal healing and entrepreneurship. They discuss the impact of childhood experiences on adult life, the importance of intuition in career choices, and the journey of self-discovery. Fr ... Show More
1h 3m
Jul 15
Answering ALL Your Questions About Postpartum, Quitting Social Media, Marriage, and More!
Today, I'm answering a bunch of the questions you all have sent in — we're talking motherhood, emotional maturity, quiet time with God, body image, how to know when to move, and even am I quitting social media?? My first solo episode since having Baby Duke! You guys are the best ... Show More
47m 22s
Jul 22
8 things I've learned since becoming a mom with Mallory Riddaugh
In this episode, I sit down with my sweet friend Mallory Riddaugh—one of my go-to girls for all things motherhood—and we got real about the highs, lows, and holy chaos of being a mom. Mallory shared 8 incredible lessons she’s learned since becoming a mama (trust me, they are GOLD ... Show More
1h 11m
Jul 2019
2. Life School ME - Series 1 #DXBWomenWhoInspireMe - Ep 1: Helen Hope, Brain Child of Social Movement #MentalHealthIsTrending
I’m Peta Al Akawi and Welcome to Life School, the podcast. Each episode I’ll be chatting openly and honestly with a different guest about a whole host of purposeful topics. From personal success and failure stories, to relationship advice, tips and tricks for entrepreneurs, to pr ... Show More
51m 33s
Nov 2024
Everything you wish you were taught about adulting in your 20s: investing, finding love and creating new homes (with Maddie Borge)
Hi friends, welcome back to the fourth episode of ✨ Finding your Casual Magic ✨ (another guest episode yayyy)
This is the tandem episode to last week's which was all about the pressure to do and be everything in your twenties. This podcast works in an alternating fashion where I ... Show More
1h 13m
Sep 24
Confession: I Don’t Know What I’m Doing With My Life (marriage, babies, & business)
Apply HERE for The RoomIn your 30s, there’s pressure to know exactly where life is headed — the house, the kids, the career. But what if the real magic comes from not knowing? In this solo episode, I open up about my very non-existent 5-year plan and why I’ve stopped forcing clar ... Show More
1 h
Oct 2024
What is Happening to Us in Our 20s!? How to navigate the pressure of your twenties for joy and success (with research)
Hiiiii friends, welcome back to this lil corner of the internet!!! The third episode of ✨Finding your Casual Magic✨ (it still doesn’t feel real ahhh).
Thank you so much for all the love on my first two episodes, the launch of episode 1 was incredible and I had the most amazing t ... Show More
44m 54s