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Built for This with Brian BriscoeMakaila Nichols - Model, Best-Selling Author, Anti-bullying AdvocateMakaila Nichols is an overcomer, entrepreneur, model, Best-Selling author, and anti-bullying advocate. She began her model runway career in her teens and was the victim of bullying and much more. Now, in her mid-20s, Makaila talks about the best-selling book she wrote at the age of 18 and about how the hurdles she has faced have shaped her to be the person she is today.
2025-09-0946 min
Recovering Perfectionist Podcast070 - My Peaceful Pregnancy & Birth (Game-changing tips & resources)Welcome back to the Recovering Perfectionist Podcast.
In this episode, Christine discusses her stress-free pregnancy and how she protected her peace through it all. She's sharing all her tips, tricks & resources. No more being surrounded by traumatizing pregnancy and birth stories. This was a wonderful experience and you can have that too!
Christine's 4 major steps:
Surrender to the process: new sensations, discomfort, trusting your body
Protect your peace: don’t share everything with everyone, save your energy and protect your space
Do the next right thing: don’t try to d...
2024-08-181h 01
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsKim Alexis on EmpowermentKim Alexis, a renowned supermodel, has embraced a remarkable mission — the empowerment of others. Her prominence in the modeling scene soared during the 1970s and 1980s, as she graced the covers of esteemed publications such as: Sports Illustrated, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Glamour, Self, and Cosmopolitan. In her current endeavors, Kim dedicates her time to inspiring individuals towards adopting a healthy lifestyle. In this candid conversation, we delved into topics like body image, the impact of social media, and the journey through which she discovered her purpose. How does that sound? 😊
2023-12-0821 min
TALK VIRGIN TO MEVIRGIN VOYAGES REVIEW - Makaila Nichols from Best of Central FloridaThis week Samantha is onboard the Scarlet Lady with Makaila Nichols: author, philanthropist, and host of Best of Central Florida. Join them in a candid conversation about Makaila's first time sailing on Virgin Voyages, and stay tuned to find out if she will sail again!
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2023-09-1540 min
The Lawman's LoungeLearning to Pivot : An Essential Skill for Lasting Law Firms with guest Justin Clark & Makaila NicholsLearning to Pivot : An Essential Skill for Lasting Law Firmswith guest Justin Clark & Makaila NicholsHosts of “Best of Central Florida with Justin Clark and Makaila Nichols”Makaila is the founder of the Blatantly Honest FoundationJustin is the founder of Justin Clark & AssociatesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lawman-s-lounge--4267400/support.
2023-03-161h 13
The Hope Wellness PodcastEp20 - Toxic Fitness Culture and The Pressures We Place on Ourselves, Body Image Struggles, What Chronic Stress Can Do to The Body & Mind, Choosing Love over FearAn incredibly special episode with an incredibly special person in my life - I invite my bestie Makaila Nichols (@makaila.nichols.wellness) on for this action packed episode where we dive into A LOT in regards to what we both went through in our journeys out of toxic fitness culture and navigating body image and crippling mindsets that came from being in that space for so many years, different struggles with chronic stress and how that manifested in our lives and in our physical bodies, our journeys towards self love and choosing ourselves and ALSO how we met (it's...
2023-01-1334 min
End Bullying NowEnd Bullying Now - Teen BullyingToday's show on December 20th will be on Teen Bullying and the guest is Makaila Nichols.
2022-12-2058 min
Legal Morse of ActionEpisode 56 - Makaila NicholsOn this episode of LMOA, Erin and Patricio sit down with one of Central Florida's busiest individuals, Makaila Nichols. Makaila is the Founder & CEO of the Blatantly Honest Foundation along with being a Model, Spokesperson, Television Host, and Best Selling Author, just to name a few. Plus all your questions, comments and of course Erin Reacts.We also introduce Part 1 of The Breakdown: Making The Decision The views and opinions expressed on Legal Morse of Action are those of the hosts and guests and do not reflect the Law Office of Erin Morse. The information in...
2022-10-181h 11
Space TalksMeet Makaila NicholsMakaila is the founder of a 501c3 called the Blatantly Honest Foundation, national speaker, podcaster and best-selling author of “Blatantly Honest: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life.” In her book, she shares her personal struggles with issues teens may encounter such as: bullying, body image, sexual assault, peer pressure and more. To meet the needs of her younger audience, she has also created two children's coloring books focused on anti-bullying and positive body image: "Buddies Don't Bully" and "Every Body is Beautiful." Thanks to generous sponsors from Central Florida, Makaila and her sponsors have donated over 11,000 coloring books to over 18 elementary scho...
2022-07-2436 min
Puttcast: Mini Golf, Holey Moley & All Things PuttingGive Us a Shot of Tequila | Holey Moley US S4 E5 & E6 Recap
Pat and Tom kick off the episode recapping some recent US mini golf tournament results before turning thier attention to episode 5 and episode 6. They marvel at how good an episode of reality television episode 6 was, especially when contrasted to the rather bland episode 5. There was plenty of talk of completed obstacles, putt offs, high stakes betting and of course what might have been the most entertaining Distractor ever with Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs.
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2022-06-1328 min
2 Blondes On A PodMid-Year ReflectionWe are 6 months into the year and what is something most of us don't do? Evaluate what is working and what is not. Evaluate what goals are still goals of yours and which ones aren't, face it a lot happens in 6 months and a lot can change including what you want to achieve. So whether you are running your own business or not these questions are going to help you take a deep dive into the past 6 months and the next 6 months to help you identify how you can finish the year out strong. Grab a pen and piece of...
2022-06-0121 min
My Aligned Purpose | Business Coaching for Female Entrepreneurs Ready to Attract High-Ticket Clients + Scale While Having FunSeason 4: Episode 123- A Journey inwards and around the globe with Makaila NicholsWhat an inspiring listen, hearing from Makaila Nichols - online lifestyle coach, PT, and RYT. Makaila shares with Nicole about her most recent travels to Central America, living in Mexico and becoming a certified Yoga Instructor in Guatemala. The conversation talks about: what a safe space for healing actually means, what happens when we listen to our inner calling, and so much more. Makaila has some upcoming retreats in Mexico, click here to sign up today. https://copalretreat.com/
You can also connect with Makaila on instagram - she has some fun adventures coming up, be sure...
2022-04-0141 min
HINESIGHTS PodcastEp 28 | NO MORE BULLYING: MAKAILA NICHOLSThis episode’s guest is one of Kevin’s close friends. She wrote a memoir and two other children’s books and started her own foundation, Blatantly Honest, please welcome Makaila Nichols! The opening of her memoir is not only profound but raw and it should be read by everyone that has been bullied at some point in their lives. Besides bullying, she has gone through sexual assault, suicide attempts, and addictions. She encourages everyone not to suffer in silence, speaking up will make the process much easier.
Makaila decided that her pain was going to build her in...
2021-12-1138 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsBrooklyn Quintana on changeBrooklyn Quintana is the author of the book, “Fynneas Fog: Nine of Swords.” Her journey to becoming an author was not always so simple, Brooklyn pivoted many times in her life and ultimately has found her calling through writing and inspiring others. She is the founder of a publishing group called Morpheus Media, LLC an alternative to the traditional publishing houses.
2021-08-1026 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsMark Hulsewé on bullyingMark Hulsewé is an actor, activist and former victim of bullying. His motivation for joining the entertainment industry is simple - to make a positive impact and using his influence to inspire the youth to pursue their dreams. He sits on the board for AMRAK, a charity focusing on preventing bullying. Mark hopes to continue to bring light to the world and raise the global consciousness of humanity.
2021-08-0323 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsLaura Sharpe on finding her purpose after tragedyLaura Sharpe turned a tragic event into a life-affirming mission. After a tragic helicopter crash in 2008 which left her with significant, life altering injuries, Laura discovered the power of art in healing. It was through her lengthy rehabilitation process from her near-fatal wounds, Laura found her mission in life. She is the founder and CEO of the non-profit Artists for Trauma (AFT) aims to expedite recovery through artistic expression and human connection by pairing civilian and military trauma survivors with established artists.
2021-06-0826 min
Why I‘ll Never Make ItBlatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsThis week I'm sharing a conversation I had on another podcast called Blatantly Honest. At the end of this episode I also talk about the recent survey and the need for a reassessment of WINMI Podcast.Makaila Nichols is the founder of the Blatantly Honest Foundation. She is also a national speaker, podcaster, and best-selling author of Blatantly Honest: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life. In her book, she shares her personal struggles with issues teens may encounter such as: bullying, body image, sexual assault, peer pressure, and more. To reach an even larger audience, Makaila has a...
2021-06-0237 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsTaylor McVeigh on body imageTaylor McVeigh is a 14-year-old model, actress and social media influencer on a mission. She wants to promote kindness, positive body image and encourage people to take a stance against bullying. Today she opens up about what it means to be a “influencer” and more importantly how to be your own role model.
2021-05-2522 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsDai Time on entrepreneurshipDai Time is a social media influencer, founder of Dai Time Magazine and a young entrepreneur. She has been inspiring youth and adults alike since she was only 15 years old. Today, we discuss what it means to be a female entrepreneur and how to lead by example.
2021-05-1829 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsLisa Jason on Bullying and EmpowermentLisa Jason is a singer, songwriter and performer. She wrote an original show called "Bullied to Beautiful" that highlights her own experiences of bullying and how she was able to push through the darkness. Lisa is now a Dance Movement Therapist and holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Dance Movement Therapy. She hopes to change to prevent bullying and encourage others to use their voice.
2021-05-0440 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsOscar Castan on the ups and downs of being a teenOscar Castan is a host, actor and influencer best known for his Young Artist Academy nominated role as host of the "Gen Z Buzz." Oscar is a series regular host for the new children's streaming show "Next Gen News." He opens up his experiences with bullying, social media and the pressures young people face.
2021-04-1319 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsLacey Caroline on defying stereotypesLacey Caroline is an actress, singer, dancer and host. She’s best known for her role as Mariah in the 2019 Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, A Christmas Love Story. She’s also worked with NASCAR on NBC as a Kid Reporter and the Monster Energy Supercross series. Check out her take on women in sports, growing up quickly and how she plans to make an impact on the entertainment industry.
2021-04-0627 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsGabe Silva on bullyingGabe Silva is an actor, podcast host and magazine publisher. He has shared the big screen with some of Hollywood’s top a listers and has appeared in “Godzilla: King of the Monsters.” He started his own podcast called, "Just Talk with Gabe" that is downloaded in six different countries. "JTWG" was the natural offshoot of his entrepreneurial spirit taking action against the social injustices of bullying.
2021-03-2316 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsPatrick Oliver Jones on determinationPatrick Oliver Jones is an actor and singer who has been performing for more than 25 years. He was an original cast member of “First Wives Club” in Chicago as well as performing in two National Tours of “The Adams Family” and “Evita.” Now he hosts his own podcast called “Why I’ll Never Make It,” which explores the reasons why actors and creative professionals don't succeed while delving into what it really means to "make it" in this industry. Today he opens up about his determination to succeed in all he does.
2021-03-1629 min
Next to MadisonConquering Bullies & Body Image: Makaila Nichols on Youth Empowerment & Adult ResilienceIn this empowering episode, we're joined by multi-talented Makaila Nichols—best-selling author, acclaimed speaker, podcaster, and top model. Makaila brings her unique expertise to discuss her foundation, Blatantly Honest, which aims to help young individuals navigate challenges like body image and bullying. With a podcast that features celebrity guests sharing their own stories of overcoming adversity, Makaila offers valuable insights for listeners of all ages. We don't stop at youth issues; we also explore how adults can confront and cope with bullying in various life stages. Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone facing these issues yourself, this episode of...
2021-03-121h 01
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsNeil D’Monte On overcoming the peer pressures of HollywoodNeil D’Monte is a director, producer, storyboard artist and musician. Neil is best known for his work on Jurassic World, Batman Vs. Superman, Palm Springs, Unbreakable boy, Rambo: Last Blood and Midnight Sun. He is also a producer with Robots of Awesome on Sony pictures lot. We discuss what led Neil to Hollywood, his journey of sobriety and how he avoids burnouts.
2021-03-0938 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsConnor Dean on bullyingConnor Dean is an actor, writer, athlete, and meme king. Connor has appeared on Fox’s hit drama 9-1-1 and played Butch the Bully in the Cool Cat movies. Despite his role, he knows what it’s like to be the target of bullying. Connor opens up about the ups and downs of growing up in Hollywood, his charitable work and how he conquered bullying.
2021-03-0227 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsJillian Curwin on living in a world that was not designed for herJillian Curwin is a blogger, advocate for accessible fashion and part of the little person community. Using her blog, Always Looking Up, as her platform, she writes about trying to fit into a world that was not designed for people like her, demonstrating that height is just a number, not a limit.
2021-02-2337 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsSarah Hamel-Smith on body imageSarah Hamel-Smith aka @thecurvytrini is a New York based TEDx presenter, plus sized model, storyteller and digital influencer represented by TRUE Model Management. She’s also the co-Founder of Plus Amplified, an organization dedicated to educating and empowering those who live in plus-size bodies and serves as a catalyst for cultural and internal shifts towards size equity. After being body shamed for many years she decided to be one of the people who changes the way beauty is defined in society.
2021-02-2032 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsTricia Campbell on body image and Black History MonthTricia Campbell is a plus-size supermodel and life coach. Today she gets Blatantly Honest about her former struggle with body image and her journey to become a confident queen. Makaila and Tricia also chat about Black History Month and where she gets her entrepreneurial spirit.
2021-02-1630 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsCavanaugh Bell on bullyingCavanaugh is the Chief Positivity Creator and founder of a non-profit called Cool and Dope. His organization helps combat bullying. At just eight years old, his work has been recognized on a local, state, and national level even President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have heard of this impressive young man. His dream is to end bullying by his 18th birthday in 2030.
2021-02-0930 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsWill LeGate on tuning out the hatersWill LeGate is a young entrepreneur who taught himself to code when he was just 13 from online Stanford classes and is now the CEO of one of the top cryptocurrency platforms in America. Despite his success, he was bullied in school for coding during recess. Will opens up about his own experiences and more importantly how to tune out the haters.
2021-02-0528 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsLexi Rabe on bullyingLexi Rabe is an actress who’s appeared in Godzilla: King of the Monsters, as Morgan Stark in Avengers: End Game, and her most recent film Silk Road. Despite her success, Lexi reveals how she has experienced bullying. Now, she hopes to spread kindness wherever she goes and to be a role model for others.
2021-02-0216 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsKevin Hines on why he jumped off the Golden Gate BridgeKevin Hines is an award-winning global speaker, best-selling author, documentary filmmaker, suicide prevention and mental health advocate who has reached millions with his story. He is the 26th out of 34 people to survive jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Today, Kevin and I discuss the reasons why he jumped including childhood bullying, eating disorders, anxiety, and a struggle with his bi-polar disorder. Not only does Kevin want to prevent suicide by sharing his story but he also wants to help change the stigma associated with men and eating disorders.
2021-01-2632 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsPatti Negri on MagicPatti Negri is Hollywood’s go-to psychic-medium and “Good Witch.” Patti has a recurring role on Ghost Adventures, appeared on other shows including Master Chef, America’s Got Talent and Flipping Out. She’s the best-selling author of “Old World Magick for the Modern World” and now has a weekly podcast called “The Witching Hour.” Patti has graced numerous magazine covers, contributed to over 20 books and conducted seances on radio, film, and TV working with such legends as Emma Stone, Jon Voight, Josh Duhamel, Martin Sheen and Gregory Hines.
2021-01-1927 min
Gen Z with MackenzieInterview with Makaila NicholsHey Gen Zers, today’s interview is with Makaila Nichols, the founder of The Blatantly Honest Foundation and a best-selling author of “Blatantly Honest: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life.” I hope you enjoy today's episode :)
2021-01-1817 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsJeremiah Josey on living with AutismJeremiah Josey is quickly becoming the face of autistic young adulthood. Jeremiah is a baker, model, author and speaker. He’s been featured in both Tommy Hilfiger and Kohls adaptive lines, cooked on the Steve Harvey show and is a current student at the Culinary Institute of America. He advocates for other autistic youth and hopes to encourage others to go after their dreams.
2021-01-1217 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsMatt Newman on the fragility of lifeMatt Newman is the best-selling author of “Starting at a Finish Line” a book centered around Matt’s struggle with brain cancer. Matt has dedicated his life to inspiring others to live in the present.
2021-01-0538 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsTessa Stuckey on the state of our youthTessa Stuckey is a mom on a mission. She's a therapist, speaker and author of the book, “For the Sake of Our Youth.” Makaila and Tessa discuss the growing rate of teen suicide and why the younger generation is lacking proper coping skills.
2020-12-2933 min
Transformative PrincipalBlatantly Honest with Makaila Nichols Transformative Principal 372At 22, Makaila Nichols is a model, speaker and best-selling author (at age 18) of “Blatantly Honest: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life.” In her book, she shares her personal struggles with issues such as: bullying, body image, sexual assault, peer pressure and more. Makaila was bullied unmercifully throughout her adolescence and even today as a recent college grad (University of Central Florida). Makaila found that through writing she was able to cope with the struggles she was enduring. The difference between being bullied and just being mean series of repeated behaviors. Why writing was helpful. How to overcome the challenges Figuring out who...
2020-12-2327 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsDr. Corey Hicks on overcoming obstaclesCorey Hicks, former three-time NCAA All American Decathlete in the sport of Track and Field, former 1996 Olympic Hopeful, A two-time Author, Coach & Motivational Speaker. He opens up about his career-ending injury but shares the silver lining he never expected.
2020-12-2230 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsBrittni Schroeder on compassionBrittni Schroeder. She’s a business coach, marketing strategist for female entrepreneurs and former photographer who’s been featured in WSJ, GMA and other publications. In May of 2017 Brittni lost her 14-year-old son, Gage in a tragic accident. In efforts to help his friends and others heal she founded her own non-profit called, “The Compassion Club.”
2020-12-1539 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsMinda Parker on surviving an AVMMinda Parker is a former air-force veteran, mom of two and brain aneurysm survivor. At just 35, Minda almost lost her life to something she had no idea was inside her. Minda hopes to spread awareness for AVM and is grateful to be alive.
2020-12-0829 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsBrandon Cole Bailey on social mediaBrandon Cole Bailey is a fashion model who has a 'Ken Doll' image but has faced harsh criticism for being openly gay as a model, was bullied, sexually assaulted and struggled with substance abuse. Now, Brandon is changing the stigmas that once followed him with his new book “It’s Not Really Ken.”
2020-12-0135 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsKristofer Buckle on bullyingKristofer Buckle is a makeup legend with his own makeup line and works with the likes of Madonna, Mariah Carey, Blake Lively and other household names. Before his glow up, Kristofer dealt with severe bullying and self-esteem issues. But today, he celebrates himself and is a role model for every diamond in the rough.
2020-11-2431 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsAdam Comer on addictionAdam Comer is an upcoming R&B pop artist. He was a contestant on Season 4 of “The Voice.” He was cosigned by many artists such as NEYO, Lance Bass from NSYNC, Mya, Soulja boy, Lil Scrappy and also has cosigner's in Tomi Lauhren, Real Housewives Gretchen Rossi, blogger Perez Hilton and more. Adam shares his passion for music in hopes of becoming one of music’s top influencers in the coming months after he overcame alcohol addiction.
2020-11-1726 min
50% with Marcylle CombsModel & Author Makaila Nichols Plans Mission to The Moon At 22, Makaila Nichols is a model, speaker and best-selling author of “Blatantly Honest: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life.” In her book, she shares her personal struggles with issues such as: bullying, body image, sexual assault, peer pressure and more. Makaila was bullied unmercifully throughout her adolescence and even today as a recent college grad (University of Central Florida). Makaila found that through writing she was able to cope with the struggles she was enduring. Her book became a best seller in two categories: Parenting of Teens and Teen Social Issues. This propelled Makaila into speaking engagements across the county for eleme...
2020-11-1232 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsJethro Jones on teaching our youthJethro Jones is a former principal at all K-12 levels, host of the podcast series Transformative Principal and author of the book “SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves.” Jethro discusses various issues that impact students, teachers and schools across the nation.
2020-11-1029 min
Laughter for All Podcast with Comedian NazarethCan a Model Be Pretty But Still Be Insecure & Get Bullied?EP 60 LFA Podcast with Comedian Nazareth. His guest is Best Selling Author, Speaker, and Model Makaila Nichols.
A great episode for people who feel anxious; Teens and adults that feel insecure about themselves, and parents who need to know more about bullying, insecurity and anxiety.
2020-11-051h 01
Laughter for All Podcast with Comedian NazarethCan a Model Be Pretty But Still Be Insecure & Get Bullied?EP 60 LFA Podcast with Comedian Nazareth. His guest is Best Selling Author, Speaker, and Model Makaila Nichols.
A great episode for people who feel anxious; Teens and adults that feel insecure about themselves, and parents who need to know more about bullying, insecurity and anxiety.
2020-11-051h 01
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsArianna Peralta on being a teenAt just 13 years old, Arianna Peralta is a singer, actress, dancer and writer. She has just recently recorded her first single which is called “On Your Way" which is meant to empower teens. Arianna is also writing a television pilot about growing up in this modern time. When she’s not juggling school and work, she’s an advocate for others.
2020-11-0319 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsBrandi Benson on the enemy insideBrandi Benson is a true warrior. At just 24 she joined the army and was deployed to Iraq. Brandi soon learned that she had a deadly form of cancer called Ewing Sarcoma and was told she would not survive. But Brandi proved everyone wrong.
2020-10-2732 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsThais Lopez Vogel, co-founder of the Volo Foundation on climate changeThais Lopez Vogel is a powerhouse for change. She is one of the co-founders and trustees, of the VoLo Foundation, a private family foundation that exists to educate the public to create a sustainable and secure planet for generations to come.
2020-10-2028 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsNancy Conrad on HumanityNancy Conrad has become a recognized leader in transformative education & named one of the top 100 leaders in STEM education. She has presented across the globe. Nancy founded the Conrad Foundation after the loss of her husband, Pete Conrad, who during the Apollo 12 mission became the third man to walk on the Moon.
2020-10-1340 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsRandy Haveson on self-esteemRandy Haveson is a former drug addict and alcoholic but has been sober now for over 36 years. Today, Randy is an author, speaker, life coach, father and husband. He's living proof that you can overcome any obstacle if you believe in yourself.
2020-10-0629 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsAly Rae on breast cancer & body imageAly Rae refers to herself as the one boob bada** because at 20 she underwent a double mastectomy to eliminate her risk of breast cancer. She was dropped by her former agency because she wasn’t viewed as beautiful anymore. Aly was featured as the first woman with only one breast to appear in a swimsuit in both Glamour UK and Vanity Fair UK. Now, she advocates for representation for all men and women.
2020-09-2934 min
FriendsLikeUsAnti-Bullying Campaign With Makaila NicholsMakaila Nichols - At age 22, Makaila is a best-selling author of “Blatantly Honest: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life.” In her book, she shares her personal struggles with issues teens may encounter such as: bullying, body image, sexual assault, peer pressure and more. To meet the needs of her younger audience, she has also created two children's coloring books focused on anti-bullying and positive body image: "Buddies Don't Bully" and "Every Body is Beautiful." Thanks to generous sponsors from Central Florida, Makaila and her sponsors have donated over 10,000 coloring books to over 18 elementary schools. In 2021, Makaila’s anti-bullying organization, The Blatantly Honest...
2020-09-231h 47
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsShenea Booth on discrimination and sexual assaultShenea Booth was the first-ever African American female soloist to play a lead character in a Cirque Du Soleil production and was featured in RAINN’s “Don’t Stay Quiet” Campaign. She's a survivor of sexual abuse from both her performance partner and her former acrobatics gymnastics coach, David Reiakvam. Shenea's part of a new wave of the #Metoo movement within the Circus Arts world and is advocating for change.
2020-09-221h 04
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsHeather Drevna on sexual violence resource, RAINNHeather Drevna is the VP of communications at RAINN, the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN has a hotline for victims of sexual assault to call: 1-800-656-4673. Heather discusses what goes on at RAINN and how victims can get the help they need, even during a pandemic.
2020-09-1524 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsHillary Husband, former St. Jude Patient on bullying and body imageHillary Husband is a three-time cancer survivor and former patient at St. Jude. Today, Hillary opens up about the stigmas associated with cancer, bullying and other hurdles.
2020-09-0839 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsKechi on survivingKechi is a burn survivor, musical artist, and advocate. She was a passenger on the plane when it fatally crashed taking the lives of 107 people along with it. Kechi claims that her passion for music, her faith and her family helped her get through her burn treatments and daily life. Years later Kechi was a finalist on Americas Got Talent and Simon Cowell gave her the golden buzzer. Aside from creating music, she is a motivational speaker and soon to be author.
2020-09-0153 min
The Dead Pixels Society podcastPhoto moonshot with Makaila Nichols, the Blatantly Honest FoundationHave an idea or tip? Send us a text!Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Makaila Nichols, author and founder of the Blatantly Honest Foundation. At 18, Nichols wrote "Blatantly Honest," a best-selling book about her battle with body issues, bullying and sexual assault. From there, she started the Blatantly Honest Foundation to "change the stigma behind bullying and other social issues by educating the public, encouraging students to share their stories and to become Blatantly Honest in their own lives."In addition to educational...
2020-08-2919 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsATown on bullyingAllen “ATown” Sherrod began his career in 2014 as a celebrity entertainer & social media star. He's been recognized by Snoop Dogg, Meek Mill, Rick Ross, The Kardashian’s & other stars. ATown’s been featured on Baller Alert, World Star with his music and Shaderoom! Despite his fame, he has bullied since he was a little kid. He hopes to inspire others to not the haters get in the way.
2020-08-2527 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsJanet Dillon & Vida Hargrett on mental healthOn today’s episode of Blatantly Honest with Makaila Nichols, we are talking about everything mental health. We have two guests: Janet Dillion and Vida Hargrett. Our first guest is Janet. She was diagnosed with bipolar two disorder and was dependent on opioids. Our second guest is Vida Hargrett, a certified mental health therapist. Vida is also the national spokesperson for the MESO Foundation and an advocate for the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
2020-08-2232 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsBubba Almony on bullyingBubba Almony is a celebrity bodyguard. When he’s not guarding people and crowds, he is passionate about sharing his life experiences. He started his own podcast series called, “Bubba’s Bodyguard Podcast” where he shares stories about his life in the field and those he has helped. Bubba is also an ambassador for “Bodyguards Against Bullying” where he inspires kids to take care of one another.
2020-08-1826 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsChristina Grainger on volunteeringChristina Grainger never thought she’d become a nurse but on September 11, 2001, her mind changed immediately. Aside from working grueling hours, Christina loves to lend a helping hand. She volunteers at the Genesis House, a non-profit organization in Melbourne, FL that helps women and children in transition. Christina wrote a book called “The Teddy Bear with the Red Backpack” to inspire others to get involved in volunteer work.
2020-08-1524 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsCameron Gellman on being a superheroCameron Gellman plays Hourman on DC’s Stargirl. At 21, Cameron is a superhero both on and off-screen. He’s an ambassador for the juvenile diabetes foundation because he too was diagnosed with type one diabetes. Cameron hopes to be able to use his new platform to inspire kids.
2020-08-1143 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsKaren Noseff Aldridge on bullyingKaren Noseff Aldridge is a successful businesswoman and anti-bullying advocate. She has made a name for herself in the cheerleading and athletic industry by building a multi-million-dollar company with a purpose. Karen has chosen to create an anti-bullying line within her company called “Rebel Against Bullying.” She opens up about her own experiences with bullying and how she hopes to inspire the youth to be kind to one another.
2020-08-0430 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsHarrsion Houde on body imageHarrison Houde is a 24-year-old actor, writer/director, comedian, and music producer. He’s also an early YouTube creator and musician. We dive into the conversation of body image and how double standards can impact men just as much as women. Harrison’s confidence radiates but he says he adopted such a personality to mask what he once thought were insecurities. Harrison hopes to inspire others to love themselves and be confident always.
2020-07-2837 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsJohn Spencer on spaceJohn Spencer is a space architect that has worked on designs for the International Space Station, SpaceHab and he’s designing an original concept for an orbital superyacht. He’s been quoted and appeared in over 200 media outlets covering space tourism. Now he is designing a $2.6 billion complex called Mars World. John also advises entertainment companies who are filming space-related films and shows. He’s an anti-bullying advocate and serves as a space advisor for the Blatantly Honest Foundation.
2020-07-2137 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsSarah Turney on justiceSarah Turney's sister, Alissa, has been missing since 2001. Sarah is determined to get justice for Alissa and shed light on her life. Now she has a podcast called "Voices for Justice" that is climbing the charts all in the name of a sister's love and commitment to uncovering the truth.
2020-07-1434 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsJonte Hall on stereotypesJonte Hall is a former Harlem Globetrotter, who was known as “Too Tall Hall” ironically enough he is just 5’2”. When he was young, he was told to quit pursuing his aspirations of becoming a professional basketball player but against all odds, he became the shortest player in Harlem Globetrotters history. Now he is a motivational speaker and visits schools nationwide to deliver his message of dreaming big, and never giving up, no matter the size of their obstacles. His mantra is, “as long as your heart stands tall, you’re not so small!”
2020-07-0730 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsAnne Therese Gennari on ethicsAnne Therese Gennari is a former fashion model, current entrepreneur and environmental advocate. She's the co-founder of an ethical modeling agency called Role Model Management. She hopes to inspire brands, companies and people to use their following for good.
2020-06-3032 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsMiah Green on bullyingMiah Green is a 14-year-old award-winning aerialist, actress and humanitarian. She's an advocate for anti-bullying and a champion for encouraging and navigating today's youth into a path of volunteering in their communities. She believes that if everyone takes a moment to give a compliment to a stranger, open a door for a family or show more kindness to those around you we will change the world, one action at a time.
2020-06-2325 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsDavid van de Velde on successDavid van de Velde is the co-founder of Ketel One vodka and the founder of Van Gogh vodka. He shares stories of success, innovation, and his work with the community.
2020-06-1642 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsMarc Mero on bullying and successMarc Mero is a former WWE Wrestling Champion but his life was not easy. He was bullied throughout his entire life and turned to wrestle to protect himself. During his time in WWE, he battled addiction, loss, and hitting rock bottom mentally.
2020-06-0931 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsTommy Radon on bullyingTommy began his dance career as a jazz and hip-hop dancer before becoming a professional choreographer at only 13. He was bullied and beaten to the point of near-death because of his dancing passions and the stereotypes that came with it.
2020-06-0258 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsJessica Craft on body image and substance abuseJessica Craft is a model living in New York City who is trying to “fit” into the fashion industry. She has always been told she was too big to be a model. This led Jessica into battling substance abuse, eating disorders and bullying. She hopes to use her platform to let young girls know that social media is not all that it seems and there is more to life than conforming to the beauty standards of today.
2020-05-2641 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsAnissa Neubauer on adoptionEver since she was a little girl, Anissa knew she always wanted to be a mom, but she struggled to become one. Thanks to adoption, she was able to create the family she always wanted. Anissa, her daughter and her husband started a nonprofit called the Olive Branch foundation to help other families become whole.
2020-05-1939 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsPeach Martine on being a teenPeach Martine is an 18-year-old singer, songwriter, composer and model. Originally from Cleveland, OH, she moved to Miami Beach, FL to be classically trained as a vocalist and to study music theory at Miami Arts. After graduating early at the top of her class, Peach is enjoying making music for her fans of all ages, especially on the social media app tik tok, where she has over 150,000 followers. She’s looking forward to touring soon, and to releasing many new songs this summer.
2020-05-1234 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsTeresa Hyatt on cancer awarenessTeresa Hyatt has dedicated her life to help in the fight against cancer because she lost her mother, father and brother all it. Her son, at 17 was diagnosed was also diagnosed with cancer but he’s been in remission for two years and her sister has beat four different types of cancer. She hopes that by sharing her story others will become more aware of potential warning signs.
2020-05-0523 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsDamion Gross on Bullying & DisabilitiesOn today’s episode of Blatantly Honest with Makaila Nichols, I spoke with the inspirational Damion Gross become an influencer with over 1.6 million followers. He makes videos of himself dancing, writing positive messages and he takes a stance against bullying. Bullying is something that Damion experienced firsthand because he has cerebral palsy. He was told that he would never walk again let alone be able to dance but he has defied all the odds. Now, he is an aspiring fashion model, an influencer and most importantly he is a role model for all of us to never give up on...
2020-04-2823 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsIzzy Skormin on domestic violenceIzzy Skormin is a survivor of domestic abuse and has started a platform called "Life After Him" to inspire men and women to get the help they deserve after leaving a toxic relationship, while learning to love themselves again and how to see the warning signs of abuse.
2020-04-2130 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsKatrina Spagnoletti on sexual abuseKatrina Spagnoletti is a survivor of sexual abuse and has turned her trauma into empowerment for others. She created her own platform "Voices" where she educates people on how to protect themselves, inspire and motivate others through even their darkest of times.
2020-04-1434 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsThe Last RingMaster, Johnathan Lee Iverson on changeJohnathan Lee Iverson, was the youngest and first African-American Ringmaster of Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus who discusses his incredible career, near-death experiences and the close of a 146 year old icon.
2020-04-081h 02
The Teenage ImpactEp #53: What to do if You're Sexually Assaulted? - Makaila NicholsMakaila Nichols is the best selling author of Blatantly Honest. She is a bullying and body image speaker, as well as a podcaster. At 14, she was recruited to be a model, and that's when her eating disorders started forming. In high school, she was bullied, had anxiety, depression, and was sexually assaulted while being slut-shamed for it.Listen to this podcast to learn about Makaila's story on how she overcame these challenges and what you can do if you are facing these challenges as well.Download the 52 Tips I Wish Someone Told Me In High School...
2020-02-1131 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsSydney Scotia on peer pressureSydney Scotia is an actress known for "Some Assembly Required," "Reboot: The Guardian Code" and more. She now produces and directs her own films including a documentary on domestic abuse. Sydney and Makaila chat about the pressures of living in Hollywood, peer pressure, domestic abuse, body image and more importantly, friendship.
2019-07-0436 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsCasey Conroy on body imageCasey Conroy is an upcoming musical artist who has juggled many obstacles including body-image issues as a young female artist, finding the right people to surround herself with and feelings of self-consciousness.
2019-06-2641 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsCall Me Karizma on mental healthCall Me Karizma is an upcoming artist in the world of hip hop and punk rock. He hopes to change the stigmas associated with mental health issues through his music.
2019-06-0824 min
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsChris Lowe on suicide awarenessChris Lowe is a speaker, writer, influencer for O! (Oprah's magazine), and activist on topics such as suicide and mental health after losing her own son, Hudson Lowe, at age 20. He left behind a speech called "Fall Forward" which motivates Chris to carry on his message to never give up.
2019-05-291h 18
Blatantly Honest with Makaila NicholsMeet Makaila NicholsWelcome to Blatantly Honest with Makaila Nichols! I'm your host, Makaila. On today's episode I will be interviewing myself because why not?! This way, you will have a better understanding of who I am and the direction that this podcast will be going. I plan to post weekly content and interview guests from a variety of backgrounds, careers and lifestyles. I hope to use this platform to raise awareness on social issues and let people know that they are not alone. So without further Adieu, sit back, relax and become Blatantly Honest.
2019-05-1325 min