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You Are The PrizeFeeling Yourself with DJ Juliet MendozaA conversation about deep house, deep healing, and the energy that changes everything. This week, DJ and producer Juliet Mendoza joins us for a conversation about the deeper purpose of music and what it means to gather with intention. Juliet shares her journey from survival to service, and how music and movement became a path toward healing and self-belief. We explore what happens collectively on the dance floor, why house music has always been rooted in liberation and belonging, and how intention can shape not just a night, but an entire life.We also talk a...
2026-05-281h 04
You Are The PrizeA Working Theory of Self-Love with Alexis + AlexSelf-love is a beautiful idea and a complicated practice. The secret might be making it smaller.In this solo episode of You Are The Prize, we explore the possibility that the path toward loving yourself might actually begin with something smaller: liking yourself. It’s a conversation about integrity, relationships, friendship, self-worth, and the quiet accumulation of moments that make you trust yourself more. Less “how to love yourself.” More: what if love is built through evidence? We don’t have all the answers, but we’re working on it. You Are The Prize™ A Studio STAB...
2026-05-2146 min
You Are The PrizeBecoming Your Own Muse with Justina BlakeneyWhat would your life look like if you followed the things that made you tingle?Justina Blakeney is an artist, designer, NYT bestselling author, and the founder of Jungalow®, the beloved lifestyle brand rooted in beauty, purpose, and soulful living. We talked with her about being your own muse, learning to live more comfortably in the in-between, and how to follow what "tingles." It’s an episode about intuition, creative flow, and becoming a clear channel for what's trying to move through you. To start exploring your own expansion, check out GROW: Pathways to Passion, Purp...
2026-05-1454 min
You Are The PrizeLife Lessons from the Tennis Court with Ray ChangWhat if changing the way you play the game changed everything? This week on You Are The Prize, we’re joined by Alexis’s tennis coach, Ray Chang, whose approach to the game reveals something deeper: how you move on the court mirrors how you move through life. From timing and balance to building a solid foundation, Ray unpacks the lessons hidden in the sport. It’s about knowing when to wait, when to act, and how to stay grounded enough to recognize the right shot when it comes. Because when it’s aligned, it’s easy.You Ar...
2026-05-0753 min
You Are The PrizeHow To Do Therapy Better with Dr. Mark TanabeA conversation about what makes therapy work and how to show up fully for it. In this episode of You Are The Prize, we sit down with Dr. Mark Tanabe—Alex’s therapist—to get into the nonlinear path of growth and how to get more out of therapy by showing up honestly. We explore what shifts when you stop holding back, the many ways we can understand and meet our needs, and the importance of paying attention to the moments that move us. We also answer the inevitable question: does everyone actually need therapy? You Are...
2026-04-301h 13
You Are The PrizeFinding Yourself On The Dance Floor with Luke NeroWhat if you found out the opposite of scrolling isn’t productivity, but presence?This week on You Are The Prize, we’re joined by nightlife impresario Luke Nero, the creative force behind some of the most iconic queer spaces and dance floors in New York and Los Angeles. From running Mr. Black to building STRUT and beyond, Luke knows what it takes to get a room to come alive. We talk about the power of shared movement, the science behind why dancing lifts us out of our heads, and what we lose when we stop gathering in r...
2026-04-2356 min
You Are The PrizeThe Grief of Change with Alex & AlexisThe grief of change and why the right decision can still break your heart. In this solo episode of You Are The Prize, we explore the grief that comes with growth. From friendships to relationships, we talk about what it feels like to move on without making anyone wrong, and why we often rewrite the story to avoid the loss. We also get into the language that shapes our experience, and the in-between moment of change: when you’ve left the old island behind, but the new one isn’t quite in sight yet.You...
2026-04-1654 min
You Are The PrizeMore Joyful Work with Carl FudgeOn success, creative confidence, and the stories we tell about who we are. This week, we sit down with Carl Fudge, founder and CEO of Presentation Mode—a narrative strategy and design studio—to unpack the pressure to overachieve, the definitions of success we inherit without questioning, and why so many high performers struggle to see themselves clearly. We talk about what it looks like to build a culture of encouragement, who “gets” to be creative, and why kindness and high performance can and should coexist.You Are The Prize™ A Studio STAB Production
2026-04-091h 00
You Are The PrizeEndurance Mindset with Lauren MacrinoA masterclass in evolution, endurance, and becoming more yourself at every turn. Lauren Macrino is the founder of Musewash and re_grocery, a mom, designer, and competitive cyclist who’s rebuilt her life more than once. In this episode, we talk about the shift from sprinting to endurance, why life’s unexpected pivots become your greatest advantage, and how to build something meaningful without collapsing yourself into a single definition. It’s a conversation about pace, identity, and trusting that forward doesn’t always mean faster.You Are The Prize™ A Studio STAB Production
2026-04-0259 min
You Are The PrizeHow To Build Belonging with Emily Race-NewmarkBelonging feels harder than ever, but what if it wasn’t as hard as you think to build real community? That’s the big question Emily Race-Newmark answers in this week's conversation about chosen family, the myth of the perfect place, and what becomes possible when we stop searching and start showing up. We explore the quiet systems that pull us away from community, and Emily shares how re-villaging offers a different path—one rooted in care, commitment, and shared responsibility. It’s a powerful reminder that belonging isn’t something you find, but something you build. You Are...
2026-03-2659 min
You Are The PrizeHow To Lead With Love with Ginny ClarkeIt’s time to wake up, bring our whole selves to work, and start building a world where leadership starts with love. In this episode of You Are The Prize, conscious leadership expert Ginny Clarke joins Alex and Alexis for a conversation about Fifth Dimensional Leadership, why leadership belongs to all of us, and what becomes possible when we stop fragmenting ourselves and start showing up from a more conscious, whole, and loving place. The path to real influence starts here. You Are The Prize™ A Studio STAB Production Hosted by: Alex...
2026-03-191h 03
The Dry DiariesRewiring Your Nervous System for Your Next Era (with Masha Kay)In this episode, I sit down with nervous system and breathwork coach Masha Kay to talk about something I think a lot of us experience but don’t always understand... why the moment life starts getting better, something inside us suddenly freaks out.Since March on The Dry Diaries is all about rewriting your story, we talk about what happens when your mind wants growth but your body is still used to survival mode. We get into why people self-sabotage when things are going well, why certain environments or relationships can leave you feeling drained, and how yo...
2026-03-181h 12
You Are The PrizeMaking Peace With The Inner Critic with Alex & AlexisWhere do our inner critics come from? Why do they sound so convincing? And what happens when the stories we learned about ourselves as kids follow us into adulthood? In this solo episode of You Are The Prize, Alex and Alexis get personal. Alex introduces us to what he jokingly calls his “board of directors,” while Alexis reflects on the thirteen-year-old version of herself that still occasionally grabs the microphone. The conversation moves between humor and vulnerability as they unpack the early stories they still carry and what it takes to recognize that the voice in your head...
2026-03-1256 min
You Are The PrizeThe Courage To Say Yes Before You Feel Ready with Lauren DelpOn the powerful trifecta of serendipity, skill set, and saying yes. In this episode of You Are The Prize, Alex and Alexis sit down with Lauren Delp, founder of Silver Lake Socialite, to talk about reinvention. After building a career in advertising, Lauren made a bold 180 into entrepreneurship and discovered her expertise was the engine behind her next chapter. We explore the courage to say yes before you feel ready, the discipline of “chop wood, carry water,” and the belief that you can build something new at any stage of life.You Are The Prize™ A S...
2026-03-051h 03
Regular Joes Podcast610: Fortune and Glory! with Alex ArnoldThis week, Alex Arnold shares his deep passion for Indiana Jones with the Regular Joes, detailing his journey as a collector, from his childhood memories of watching the films to the thrill of attending the red carpet premiere of 'Dial of Destiny,' Alex discusses the evolution of Indiana Jones collectibles and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook in fandom. Alex also reflects on his interactions with notable figures like John Rhys-Davies and the impact of Indiana Jones on his life. Alex, Dave, Barry and Tod also share some of their favorite Indiana Jones collectibles in a round of...
2026-02-271h 18Regular Joes Podcast610: Fortune and Glory! with Alex ArnoldThis week, Alex Arnold shares his deep passion for Indiana Jones with the Regular Joes, detailing his journey as a collector, from his childhood memories of watching the films to the thrill of attending the red carpet premiere of 'Dial of Destiny,' Alex discusses the evolution of Indiana Jones collectibles and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook in fandom. Alex also reflects on his interactions with notable figures like John Rhys-Davies and the impact of Indiana Jones on his life. Alex, Dave, Barry and Tod also share some of their favorite Indiana Jones collectibles in a round of...
2026-02-271h 18
You Are The PrizeBeing The Ultimate Host with Ian AsburyA conversation about hospitality, humanity, and making everyone feel like a regular.Ian Asbury, co-founder of Good Clean Fun in Downtown LA, joins Alex & Alexis for a lively chat about entrepreneurship and why the best restaurants feel like home. As the official "Priest of the Pulse," Ian approaches hospitality as a felt experience, bringing the mechanics of a great dinner party into the room every single night and training his staff to cultivate empathy. We talk about why “cool” is overrated, how to hold onto what makes us human, and why wine is definitely the happiest kind of d...
2026-02-261h 03
You Are The PrizeCreating A Life You Don't Have To Recover From with Rachael BrookeA conversation about body trust, resilience, and the courage to slow down. Alex and Alexis talk to SoulCycle instructor and movement coach Rachael Brooke about creating a life you don't have to recover from. Rachael shares how growing up with scoliosis led her to dance, how injury eventually guided her to SoulCycle, and the pivotal moments that taught her she couldn’t keep pushing past her limits. Together, they explore the mind–body connection, the intelligence of pain, and the shift from treating the body like a project to treating it like a friend. The episode closes with...
2026-02-191h 02
You Are The PrizeTrusting Your 5D Self with Kelli GarnerA portrait of inner alignment in a world built on external validation.Actor Kelli Garner joins Alex and Alexis for a conversation about the courage it takes to live in alignment with who you really are—especially in Hollywood. She reflects on her early years in the industry, the pressure to please, and what changed when she became her own North Star. They talk about the power of feminine energy, the vulnerability of speaking your truth, and the quiet strength required to honor your worth. What emerges is a reminder that success isn’t just about what you...
2026-02-121h 14
You Are The PrizePushing Past Fear with Alex & AlexisJust the two of us—on fear, courage, and the power of the dance floor. In their first solo episode of You Are The Prize, Alexis and Alex talk about what scared them about starting a podcast and why they pressed record anyway. They share why these are the conversations they want to be having, what alignment looks like in real life, and where they feel most like themselves. Along the way, they invite listeners into the conversation and encourage one small weekly practice to spread joy: tell someone they’re the prize.You Are The P...
2026-02-0545 min
You Are The PrizeClosing The Gap Between Your Taste And Your Talent with Amara AbbasA conversation about creative evolution and learning who to measure yourself against. In this episode of You Are The Prize, Alex and Alexis talk with filmmaker Amara Abbas about directing, creative evolution, and where the best ideas come from. Amara shares how she sharpens her voice as the projects get bigger, the power of generous collaborators, and what it meant to be given real creative freedom while directing Skrillex’s Xena. Together, they explore why comparison is most useful when it’s aimed forward, not sideways—and how believing in your future self can unlock braver, more honest...
2026-01-2954 min
You Are The PrizeA Masterclass In Owning Your Magic with Maurice HarrisA masterclass in knowing your magic, even before the world knows what to do with it. Maurice Harris—founder of Bloom & Plume, artist, and creative force—joins Alex and Alexis for a conversation about creativity, confidence, and learning how to protect your energy. Maurice reflects on growing up knowing he was different, how not fitting in became a creative advantage, and what it really means when people ask for your vision. This episode is equal parts laughter and insight, and a reminder that your magic doesn’t need permission to shine.You Are The Prize™ A Stu...
2026-01-221h 06
You Are The PrizeWhy Success Can Pull You Out Of Alignment with Amanda RantuccioIn the very first episode of You Are The Prize, Alex and Alexis welcome Amanda Rantuccio, a longtime friend, accomplished marketer, and the original inspiration behind the show’s name. Amanda has spent two decades building world-class brands at Apple, Hulu, and Expedia. Her career has taken her from Los Angeles to San Francisco to London, and now she finds herself at a crossroads, deciding not just what’s next professionally, but where she actually wants to build her life. Together, they explore: What Amanda dreamed for herself as a kid, long before job titles...
2026-01-0851 min
You Are The PrizeYou Could Be Somebody's Madonna with Shaun SperlingIn this episode of You Are The Prize, Alex and Alexis sit down with Shaun Sperling, a speaker, coach, writer, and performer whose work centers on truth, joy, and self-expression.Shaun’s path has been anything but linear. With a BA in theatre and a JD in law, his life has spanned stages and courtrooms, creativity and convention. From a teenager who knew himself so clearly that Madonna was the theme of his bar mitzvah, to an adult succeeding in a role that didn’t quite fit, Shaun’s story reflects a familiar tension between who we are an...
2026-01-0852 min
Curious MachinesHow Free Markets Shape Modern Parenting with Kay HymowitzWhat if the free market system we trust to build our careers is actually making it harder to raise our kids? In this episode, Alex Romano sits down with Kay Hymowitz to explore a pretty wild paradox: middle-class parents are caught between wanting their children to thrive in a competitive economy and protecting them from the very forces that drive that success.
On Curious Machines, we break down how market pressures have completely changed modern parenting. You'll learn why middle-class parents now spend 4.5 more hours per week actively engaged with their kids compared to previous generations, discover how children face...
2025-12-0514 min
StartUp Marketing Uncut PodcastWhy Founders & Marketers Should Break the Rules w/ Alex Stonehouse | StartUp Marketing UncutWhat if the best marketing move you can make… is the wrong one?In this episode, we sit down with Alex Stonehouse, founder of Brilliantly Wrong and marketing strategist for early-stage startups, to talk about why playing it safe kills growth, how to build trust before traction, and why speed beats perfection every time. From crafting authentic thought leadership to balancing brand and performance, Alex shares the real frameworks that make startups stand out without the fluff or 50-slide decks.Topics include:- The “Brilliantly Wrong” mindset and how it sparks creativity- Ho...
2025-10-2924 min
You Are The PrizeYou Are The Prize TrailerYou Are The Prize is a podcast about the powerful things that happen when your values and your actions are in alignment. Hosted by Alex Newson and Alexis Kay—brand and creative leaders who’ve helped shape companies like Apple, Hulu, Toyota, method, and Meta—the show features bold, brilliant humans: founders, chefs, therapists, actors, authors, and friends. Together, we explore the tools and experiences that help people live from the inside out. This is your invitation to stop chasing, start becoming, and remember: you’ve been the prize all along.
2025-10-2100 min
Brilliantly Wrong: Marketing. Creativity. Startups.Challenging the Happy Hour Industrial Complex in Advertising with The Kay PrinceWhat if your industry’s most “inclusive” networking events were actually leaving people out?In this episode, I’m joined by The Kay Prince — Director of Growth Marketing at Extreme Reach (XR) and founder of Buzz-Free Network (BFN) — the first sober community for the ad tech industry.We talk about:Why so much of ad world culture revolves around alcoholThe rise of the “sober-curious” Gen Z executiveHow to build inclusive events without killing the vibeThe future of professional communities built around values, not vodkaKay shares her...
2025-07-1525 min
Chapter X with Michael KayGet Busy Living with Alex Potts Alex Potts helped thousands of people plan for retirement until it was his turn. And like so many of us, he found himself asking what now? This episode is a special one. Alex isn't just a respected leader and former CEO. He's also a longtime friend. We've known each other since the '90s, and I've had the privilege of watching him grow into an authentic, grounded, and service-minded leader. Our conversation explores what it means to live with intention. We talk about resilience, identity, letting go, and how to...
2025-06-1850 minThe Dry DiariesDr. Kay Durairaj: All Things Aesthetic and Keeping It Natural: Botox, Filler, PRP, and MoreThis week's entry is with someone I deeply admire — not just as a doctor, but as a businesswoman and total boss — Dr. Kay Durairaj. She’s the only person I trust with my face. More than an aesthetics expert, Dr. Kay is a double-boarded powerhouse: a head and neck surgeon and a facial plastic surgeon. Her surgical background means she doesn’t just know how to enhance your features naturally — she understands the anatomy, structure, and function behind every decision she makes.In this episode, Dr. Kay opens up about her path to medicine, what inspired her to enter t...
2025-05-2137 min
The ReCap with Alex and AndyMiracle Night Live: Mary Kay Consultant TrainingThis transcript captures a live online training session for Mary Kay consultants. SelfCare Vernice and Raegen Monroe lead the session, welcoming guests and consultants. The focus is on business growth strategies, utilizing company videos, and promoting specific products. A $500 cash drawing incentivizes guest participation, while consultants can earn prizes for their engagement. The overall theme emphasizes achieving personal and financial goals through the Mary Kay business opportunity.
2025-01-1411 minThe ReCap with Alex and AndyMary Kay Holiday Glam Training SessionThis transcript details a Mary Kay virtual training session hosted by SelfCare Vernice. The session focuses on holiday makeup tips and techniques and features a product demonstration by Reagan Monroe. Additionally, it promotes the Mary Kay business opportunity, highlighting its flexibility, potential earnings, and supportive community. Consultants and guests are encouraged to participate in upcoming events and are offered incentives, including a $500 cash prize drawing. The overall tone is enthusiastic and emphasizes empowerment and self-care.
2024-12-1708 min
The Daily GroomerLessons from Kay Richmond, the Mobile Queen of AZSummary
In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kay Richmond, a visionary entrepreneur reshaping the pet grooming landscape with her business, AZ Stylist. We discussed how this model empowers groomers while stabilizing the business itself, providing autonomy without the usual startup risks. Kay's emphasis on clear pricing structures, effective communication, and adaptability stood out as key lessons for groomers and entrepreneurs alike. Her story highlights the transformative power of innovative business models in the grooming industry. Join us as Kay reveals how strategic decisions and a focus on quality...
2024-07-1049 min
A Court of Faeries and Fangirls: A Sarah J Maas Fan PodcastS8 Ep 3: Interview with Kay CoveJoin us as we continue our season of Author Interviews, while we wait for the release of CC3! This episode, we will be interviewing Kay Cove, author of Camera Shy. If you like this episode, please rate, review, subscribe, and share with your friends! Find us on Instagram at @faeriesandfangirls and on Patreon at patreon.com/faeriesandfangirls.
Books discussed:
Camera Shy by Kay Cove
Happy Place by Emily Henry
The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young
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2023-11-1343 min