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Weighing In On Happy with Victoria Evans OfficialThe Real Reason You Hate Your Body (And It’s Not You) - 114 - Danielle La RoseIf you’ve ever felt like your body was the problem... this episode is the mic-drop moment you’ve been waiting for.I’m joined by the powerhouse Danielle La Rose, a former college sociology instructor turned body confidence coach and professional hype woman. Danielle is here to help women unshrink themselves, reclaim confidence, and stop spending their lives trying to be smaller, prettier, or more “marketable.”Together, we blow the lid off diet culture, body shame, and the beauty industry’s manipulative messaging. This episode is raw, real, funny, and d...2025-07-2450 min
Romance on the RocksDiving Into Underwater RomanceSend us a textDive beneath the waves as we explore two captivating underwater romances in our Mermaid Month special! Our oceanic journey takes us through magical underwater kingdoms, body-positive representation, and the universal challenges of communication in relationships.The first stop on our underwater adventure is "Call of the Sea" by Emily B. Rose, featuring Princess Makenna. Makenna is a full-figured, neurodivergent royal with ADHD who's been fascinated by mermaids since childhood. What sets this book apart is its refreshing portrayal of a plus-size heroine finding love without changing who she is. The story...2025-05-2737 min
Romance on the RocksLove in the DeepSend us a textDive beneath the waves with us as we explore two vastly different underwater romance novels featuring magical sea creatures seeking human connection. Our special "Siren" cocktail (which might taste suspiciously like brackish seawater) sets the mood for a deep dive into mythological maritime love stories.Meghan takes us through "The Kraken's Sacrifice" by Katee Robert, where a woman named Catalina signs a surprisingly ethical contract with a demon and finds herself matched with Thane, the widowed Kraken King. What follows is a progressive, consent-focused romance featuring tentacle intimacy and emotional healing...2025-05-1348 min
Two Humans Talking With Tiffany SimmsYour Body Is Perfect With Danielle La RoseIn this episode of "Two Humans Talking," Tiffany pulls back the curtain and shares the nuances of holistic health that no one talks about in our fast-paced world. Join us for a candid conversation as we explore real-life experiences and behind-the-scenes insights with our special guest, Danielle La Rose.
Whether you're a seasoned wellness enthusiast or just beginning your journey to better health, this episode offers valuable perspectives and actionable tips to help you thrive in mind, body, and spirit.
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Turn It Up!Building a Positive Body Image with Dr. Charlotte MarkeySend us a textJoin me as I get the chance to discuss my favorite topic with Dr. Charlotte Markey, a leading body image scientist and psychology professor at Rutgers University. We'll unpack the multifaceted nature of body image, which extends beyond mere thoughts and feelings. Dr. Markey sheds light on the significant impact body image has on mental health and social behaviors, as well as the pervasive influence of social media on young people's perception of their bodies. Learn the art of balancing fitness goals with life's other priorities without sacrificing mental health or...2024-12-1733 minTurn It Up!Workout for Wellness Not Weight LossSend us a textIt's time to challenge the conventional approach to fitness, moving away from focusing solely on weight and instead embracing wellness. I share my personal journey from feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life to finding happiness through an unexpected venture into tap dance. By shifting the mindset to prioritize joy and gratitude, we can reimagine exercise as a celebration of our bodies rather than a chore.This episode invites you to see workouts as a vital component of self-care that enhances not just physical health but also mental well-being. We...2024-12-1028 minTurn It Up!Worst Advice for Building Confidence: "Fake It Till You Make It"— What To Do Instead.Send us a textHave you ever wondered how to break free from the "fake it till you make it" mindset and step into true confidence? Let's chat about how to actually unlock a more powerful, confident you. Danielle shares personal insights, practical steps, and daily rituals to foster genuine self-assurance. From aligning affirmations with sincere actions to crafting confidence-boosting habits, these are some tools for transforming doubt into unwavering belief. Confidence isn't just a destination but an ongoing journey fueled by trust in oneself. Let's build that trust and stop faking it! ...2024-12-0323 minTurn It Up!Navigating Life's Chaos with Cheez-Its, Friendship, and the "Five Rule" for Positive LivingSend us a textWhat unexpected impact could a chat about Cheez-Its and dating have on your well-being? Join me and my best friend, a child development and self-care guru, as we navigate the delightful chaos of our open-tab minds. Amidst laughter and randomness, we offer insights and practical strategies for both kids and adults. From the spontaneity of our conversation to the quirky connections we draw between topics, this episode is a playful exploration of friendship and life's lighter moments. Grab your favorite snack, and let's see where this wild ride takes us!Our...2024-11-2624 minTurn It Up!A POWERful Activity To Help You Stand More In Your Power.Send us a textLeaning on Dr. Amy Cuddy's power pose theory, this episode shares a powerful activity where standing on written affirmations becomes a metaphor for rooting yourself in personal values and strengths. Shed the superficial pressures of today’s world and learn how to impact others with energy and joy, focusing on what truly matters and celebrating your unique qualities. This is a great activity to do with kids to help them visualize the important pieces of them and how to stand in who they are, unapologetically.Tune in, turn up the volume, an...2024-11-1918 minTurn It Up!Creating a Positive Playlist for Your MindSend us a textHave you ever wondered how societal expectations shape our self-worth and body image? This episode marks the exciting transformation of our podcast from "Pretty Powerful Podcast" to "Turn It Up," where we crank up the volume on what truly matters. We dive deep into my personal journey of self-discovery, starting with a pivotal moment in a sociology class that forever changed my perspective on body image. Join me as we challenge the negative self-talk that has held us back and learn to embrace self-love with the same enthusiasm we have for our...2024-11-1225 min
Monday Morning CriticEpisode 487 | "Baywatch" | Actor: Nicole EggertSend us a textEpisode 487"Baywatch"Actor: Nicole EggertNicole joins me to talk about her life, career, battling cancer, the paparazzi being relentless after chemotherapy and so much more. Nicole Eggert launched her full-fledged acting career soon after appearing in some TV commercials. She began her acting career in 1979, where she portrayed the character of ‘Mary Beth Denton’ in a television film titled ‘When Hell was in Session.’ After appearing in a made-for-TV movie titled ‘When She Was Bad…’ in the same year, she made her feature film debut in 1980. She was cast o...2024-10-2352 min
The Connection ProjectEmbracing Body Confidence and Community Connection with Danielle La RoseJoin Sally in this episode as she interviews Danielle La Rose, a sociologist, body confidence and wellness strategist, and hype girl. Sally and Danielle discuss the impacts of social media and the labels placed on us, how we connect within a community, the importance of loving ourselves, and so much more!
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Mom's Reading LoungeAll About ARCsHello Books Friends! Join Danielle, Leah, and Sam as they talk about ins and outs of ARCs.
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The Assassin’s Legac...2024-05-211h 19Turn It Up!Building a "Dream Body" For SummerSend us a textHave you ever felt the pressure to chase an ideal body that seems just out of reach? Let's talk about the "dream body" marketing and recognizing that the pursuit of perfection can lead to an unhealthy obsession with an ever-shifting beauty ideal. By focusing on what's truly attainable—a healthy body for life—we encourage you to love and appreciate the skin you're in, acknowledging that no specific workout or diet is a one-size-fits-all solution.Your voice is essential in this movement of positive reinforcement and collective empowerment. By sharing stories, tagg...2024-05-1515 minTurn It Up!Is Our Past Our SuperPOWER? Using our past challenges as inspiration for the futureSend us a textHave you ever found yourself in a situation where all your plans fell apart, and you had to think on your feet? That's exactly what happened to me during a fitness class when technology took a left turn, leaving me with no music and a room full of expectant faces. On today's episode, we march to the beat of adaptability, resilience, and the unwavering strength drawn from our own backstories. I'll take you through that pulse-pounding moment, reliving how I transformed a potential disaster into an opportunity to dance to the rhythm of...2024-04-2311 min
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1- TAKE IT ALL – DANIELLE NICOLE
2- NEWBURY – EMILIANO SAVINI & LILIANA RICHTER
3- YOU GOT THE SILVER – SUSAN TEDESCHI
4- HEAR ME TALKING TO YOU – NORBER SUSEMIHL
5- BLUES FOR MRS. PAULINE – ANA POPOVIC
6- NOBODY BUT YOU – SHEMEKIA COPELAND
7- TE NI NEE NI UN – LOU ANN BARTON
8- I LOVE THE LIVE I LIVE – ANGELA STREHLI
9- BAD TO THE BONE – CAROLYN WONDERLAND
10- HUMAN – JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR
11- SINGING THE BLUES – RUTHIE FOSTER
12- GOT MY MOJO WORKING – ETTA JAMES
13- BAD WOMAN BLUES – BETH HART
14- EVERYDAY I HAVE THE BLUES – DEBORAH DIXON
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1- TAKE IT ALL – DANIELLE NICOLE
2- NEWBURY – EMILIANO SAVINI & LILIANA RICHTER
3- YOU GOT THE SILVER – SUSAN TEDESCHI
4- HEAR ME TALKING TO YOU – NORBER SUSEMIHL
5- BLUES FOR MRS. PAULINE – ANA POPOVIC
6- NOBODY BUT YOU – SHEMEKIA COPELAND
7- TE NI NEE NI UN – LOU ANN BARTON
8- I LOVE THE LIVE I LIVE – ANGELA STREHLI
9- BAD TO THE BONE – CAROLYN WONDERLAND
10- HUMAN – JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR
11- SINGING THE BLUES – RUTHIE FOSTER
12- GOT MY MOJO WORKING – ETTA JAMES
13- BAD WOMAN BLUES – BETH HART
14- EVERYDAY I HAVE THE BLUES – DEBORAH DIXON
15- HOW TO LET YOU KNOW...2024-04-211h 03Turn It Up!Embracing Your True Self: A Powerful Story About A HippoSend us a textHave you ever found yourself wondering if you're truly living life as your genuine self or just reflecting the expectations of those around you? This episode share's Charlie the hippo's story, who believed he was a rhino, to highlight the profound significance of embracing our authentic selves. We dig into the impacts of societal pressures and the importance of knowing who we are. This episode calls on you to consider the influences in your life—from friends to social media—and to make intentional choices that foster growth and positivity. With a nod...2024-04-1817 min
HalfsiesGoodbye, Twitter WorldNicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldberg's killer finally died, the timeline was stunned to learn that a well-known astrology Tweeter ended up as a family annihilator, people looked in the eclipse and burned their retinas, and Gypsy Rose's is seeking a restraining order against her soon-to-be ex-husband.GET OUR AFTER SHOW AND AD-FREE EPISODESLINKSOJ SimpsonOJ Simpson is deadOJ allegedly had people sign NDAs when they visited him in his final daysDid Jojo Siwa kill OJ?Khloe Kardashian...2024-04-161h 45Mom's Reading LoungeDNFing and RatingHello Books Friends! Join Danielle, Leah, and Sam as they talk about their thoughts on DNFing books and how they rate books.
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...2024-04-161h 19Turn It Up!Unpopular Opinion: Beauty is NOT on the insideSend us a textSociety's intense focus on physical appearance and it's undeniable influence on the self-esteem of girls and women everywhere is something we have to come to grips with. This candid conversation where I stand firm in the belief that recognizing the role of outer beauty is not only important, but a necessary step towards authentic self-acceptance. It's time to reflect on societal norms and the contradictory messages being fed to young girls and create a more transparent conversation around beauty and beauty standards.I invite you to join in on this important...2024-04-0915 minTurn It Up!Embracing Hope and Healing: Athena Estelle's Journey through Postpartum Depression & AnxietySend us a textWhen Athena Estelle joins us, she opens a window into her soul, sharing the raw truth of her battle with postpartum depression and the beacon of hope she's become. Her launch of the "Delivered" podcast isn't just a personal triumph; it's a lifeline for moms, especially new moms. Together, we dissect the unique pressures on new moms surrounding self-worth and body image, reinforcing the necessity of mental health support. This episode serves as a call to arms—a reminder that vulnerability wields strength and that forging connections in our darkest hours can illuminate th...2024-04-0438 minTurn It Up!Looking in the Mirror & Loving WHO You SeeSend us a textHave you ever caught your reflection and struggled to find something positive? You're not alone; 69% of us don't like looking in the mirror. It's time to talk about this uneasy relationship with our own reflection and how this impacts our self-esteem and body image. It's time to change the conversations we have around beauty and worth, starting with the youngest among us. Let's open the conversation and discuss the importance of new self-love practices and create a movement that recognizes our worth beyond the mirror. Let's Connect:...2024-03-2620 min
K-SUN66ALL4ONEALL4ONE#390Beth Hart - Little Heartbreak Girl (2024)Norah Jones - Staring at the Wall (2024)Joanne Shaw Taylor - Heavy Soul (2024)Dion with Joanne Shaw Taylor - Just Like That (2024)Dion with Christine Ohlman and Debbie Davies - Do Ladies Get the Blues (2024)Dion with Danielle Nicole - I Aim to Please (2024)Danielle Nicole - Love On My Brain (2024)Katie Henry - Get Goin' Get Gone (2024)Walter Trout - I Wanna Stay (2024)Mike Zito - These Eyes (2024)Liam Gallagher and John Squire - Make It Up As You Go Along (2024)...2024-03-222h 01Turn It Up!The World Needs YOU : How Being Your Authentic Self Can Inspire Those Around YouSend us a textEver find yourself dancing to the beat of someone else's drum wondering why it just isn't hittin' right? This episode is brought to you by my fitness tank top and a motivational moment I had with myself during a 40 minute drive to teach a cardio kickboxing class. The ENERGY that transformed me and my class will hopefully do the same for you! This is a story celebrating the quirks and epiphanies of living an authentic life – like wearing a mantra on your chest and letting it guide you to unleash your inn...2024-02-1418 minTurn It Up!Embracing Self-Love Through the Five Love Languages: A Practical Guide to Self-AppreciationSend us a textHave you ever caught yourself pouring love into others but struggling to sprinkle even a bit of that affection upon yourself? This Love Month, we venture into the heart of self-appreciation, moving past the generic self-love mantras and into actionable territory. My journey, laced with skepticism towards the usual self-love narratives, has led me to an epiphany that I'm thrilled to share with you. By harnessing the power of the Five Love Languages, we can transform the way we treat ourselves. This episode isn't just about feel-good talk; it's about hard-hitting, practical ways...2024-02-0518 minTurn It Up!Practicing Wellness : Building confident food, fitness, & body image skillsSend us a textPerfection is unattainable, and that's perfectly fine. This episode peels back the layers of pressure we face to excel at everything, replacing it with a heart-to-heart about the true essence of self-compassion. Join me as I candidly share the epiphany that has reshaped my approach to personal wellness, food, & fitness and how it can profoundly impact your life too.Embarking on the path to a healthier, more confident self is akin to learning a new instrument—it's all about the incremental victories and the learning curve. Forget the pursuit of perfection; let...2024-01-3010 minTurn It Up!Legs Like Mine : Susan O'Hara's Lipedema JourneySend us a textHave you ever met someone whose strength and passion turned their personal struggle into a beacon of hope for others? Susan O'Hara did exactly that. Battling the often-misunderstood condition of lipedema, Susan transformed her life from a government manager to a social media influencer, author, and businesswoman with her own footwear collection. Throughout our conversation, she shares her incredible journey of diagnosis, surgeries, and the creation of her supportive platform, legslikemine.com, which has become a sanctuary for those facing similar challenges.Susan's lipedema journey serves as a powerful reminder of...2024-01-2545 minTurn It Up!TURN UP: Stepping into Confidence & Personal Power - MotivationSend us a textLet's crank it up together this Turn Up Tuesday, where we TURN UP the volume on our dreams, actions, and confidence. We're not just hitting play; we're blasting the volume on the playlist of positivity and self-encouragement. Say goodbye to the tunes of self-doubt and negativity that have been on repeat, and let's groove to a rhythm that resonates with the life you've been dreaming of. Get ready for a motivational session to kickstart your week & elevate your energy! Get the Turn Up Tuesday newsletter sent to your inbox each week h...2024-01-2313 min
Sip and Soul PodcastDanielle La RoseDanielle is a Sociologist, Body-Confidence Coach, & Wellness Strategist with SO MUCH passion & energy for creating a world where no little girl, or woman, EVER looks in the mirror and dislikes who she sees!With a Masters degree in Sociology with a focus in women's health and over 10 years in the fitness/nutrition industry, she combines her education with her own wellness journey to inspire & empower women around the world to question beauty standards and get OUT of their body thoughts and INTO living their best, most confident lives!Website Link:www...2024-01-2221 min