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First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates51 | Fake Dating the Hot Mess: Hothead by Stella RhysFirst off, Meg’s new book All Twerk No Play drops May 15th! So get thee to the ‘Zon and download/buy your copy ASAP. Support indie writers! https://amzn.to/3Ee2O9Z Now onto the show…This week on First Dates and Soulmates, Nikki and Meg unpack “Hothead” by Stella Rhys—a spicy sports romance that kicks off with a bar fight, a public meltdown, and a viral paparazzi photo that leads to fake dating. They talk about:* When fake dating is survival, not strategy* How power dynamics shi...2025-04-3052 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates50 | Science, Sex, and Spreadsheets: The Love Hypothesis by Ali HazelwoodIn this episode of First Dates and Soulmates, Nikki and Meg dive into The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood—a fan-favorite academic rom-com that sparked an entire wave of STEM heroines. Click play on this week’s episode to hear:* Why Olive is a chronic overthinker and why Adam is a misunderstood grump (who totally has a soft side)* How this book walks the line between swoony slow-burn and sexy payoff* The balance of realistic vs. wildly fictional about academiaBooks & Media We Mention...2025-04-2356 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates49 | Same Trope, Three Ways: Eden Finley's Fake Boyfriend SeriesThis week on First Dates and Soulmates, Nikki and Meg dive into the first three books in Eden Finley’s Fake Boyfriend series—Fake Out, Trick Play, and Deke. Each features the beloved fake dating trope, but through different emotional, thematic, and public/private lenses. Listen in as they break down:* What works and what stresses us the hell out * The joys of chaos gremlin side characters* The ethics of journalism in romance novels (looking at you, A Christmas Prince),* and what it means when your characters start bossing you...2025-04-1654 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates48 | Just Go With It: a fake divorce romcom?!Continuing our April theme of fake dating, this week’s pick is Just Go With It (2011), starring Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston—and spoiler: Meg hated it.In This Episode:* When your “Save the Cat” moment is… never* Catherine deserved a raise, not a ring* Hawaii as the ultimate fake dating backdrop* How this movie failed at its own emotional payoff* Why all rom-coms should show the reveal AND the falloutSubscribe. Review. Come yell with us about why male protagonists never have to grovel...2025-04-0950 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates47 | Where Absurd Meets Heartfelt: Why We Love The Fake Dating TropeStrap in. We’re going deep. This week on First Dates & Soulmates, it’s a trope episode! And we’re dissecting every glorious and absurd nuance of fake dating.Nikki may think this trope is the Chardonnay of romance (she’ll drink it if you serve it), while Meg is out here creating full frameworks while waiting in line at Disneyland.In This Episode:* Why so many fake dating books fall apart if the initial premise isn’t strong* Why romantic vulnerability matters more than jellybeans* The difference between fake datin...2025-04-0253 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates46 | Romance, but Make It Rich? Secret Billionaire RomanceThis week we wrap up our month-long Secret Identity theme with the most opulent trope of all: Secret Billionaires. We discuss “Butt-Dialing the Billionaire” by Annika Martin and…* The "specialist boy" framework: time, money, title—and how power imbalance is managed (or not).* What readers love about billionaire books: wish fulfillment, lifestyle fantasy, and… not having to cook dinner.* Why this book had us yelling “That’s not how phones work!” for the first 20 pages.* A breakdown of billionaire romance structure: the transformation from emotionally stunted workaholic to romantic marshmallow....2025-03-2656 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates45 | "My boring husband is a super spy!" True Lies & Mr. and Mrs. SmithHow do you fix a secret spy marriage? Blow some stuff up. This episode, Nikki and Meg discuss two classic secret identity action romance films, 1994’s True Lies & 2005’s Mr. and Mrs. Smith.Inside this episode:* Which spy couple actually had the healthier marriage?* How do you balance of action, romance, and insane sexual tension WITH GASLIGHTING?* Why do both of these movies feature the worst best friends ever (looking at you, Tom Arnold & Vince Vaughn).* Would Nikki & Meg survive if they were secretly spies? (Spoiler: one of t...2025-03-1951 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates44 | “I just want to be normal!” Secret Princes & Princesses Seek LoveThis week the March theme of secret identities continues by diving into secret royalty romance: the ones where princes, princesses, and future kings just want a little taste of normalcy… until love (and a dramatic reveal) ruins their plans.Nikki & Meg are diving deep into two secret royal books: Cordina’s Crown Jewel by Nora Roberts, and Felix & The Prince by Lucy Lennox. Listen in as they discuss:* What makes the “secret royalty” trope so fun? And why is it different in MF vs. MM romance?* The pressure of public vs. private...2025-03-1248 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates43 | Royalty, Spies, & Billionaires: Secret Identity RomancesHave you ever fallen for someone only to realize they’re secretly a billionaire? Or a prince? Or, oh, just a government spy with a kill count? This week, Nikki and Meg are diving deep into one of the most over-the-top, high-drama romance tropes of all time: SECRET IDENTITY ROMANCE.What’s inside this episode:* The "Love Me Despite" Factor: Why the conflict in these stories is always I want to be loved for me, not my title/wealth/dangerous profession.* The Aladdin Effect: How romance novels use this trope to expl...2025-03-0554 minBusiness BlasphemyBusiness BlasphemyEP101: Here’s How You’re Doing Operations Wrong with Nikki McKnightSend us a textIn this fiery episode, I talk to operations strategist Nikki McKnight to break down the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make with operations and hiring.Nikki delivers sharp insights on why most business owners approach systems, hiring, and delegation all wrong — and what to do instead. Like, ACTUAL advice.From avoiding "bitch eating crackers" moments in business to understanding the true role of operations (which, SPOILER ALERT, even a lot of operators are getting confused), this episode is packed with truth bombs, strategy, and no-BS advice....2025-03-0448 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates42 | Set It Up: The Millennial Rom Com We DeserveWhat do you get when you mix Cyrano, The Parent Trap, and two insanely charming leads? You get “Set It Up”, the Netflix rom-com that had us yearning for the days of classic romantic comedies. Push play and hear all about:* Workplace romances that don’t make us feel bad and don’t require an HR intervention* Meet cutes, friends to lovers, grand gestures, and other common tropes that are given a modern touch* Why this movie hits differently when you’ve been a burnt-out 20-something (or just a busy entrepreneur)* A s...2025-02-2658 minBusiness BlasphemyBusiness BlasphemyEP100: The Legacy We Leave Every DaySend us a textIn this 100th episode of the podcast, I reflect on the journey to this major milestone and dive deep into the theme of legacy: what it means, and how we unknowingly build it every single day. I share a few personal reflections, lessons learned, and hear from a couple of past guests around what they want to be remembered for.Featuring insights from Megan Hamilton, Bethany Hawkins, Jennifer DeWitt, Anita Kirkbride, and Nikki McKnight, this episode challenges you to consider the mark you're leaving on the world -- whether big or s...2025-02-2525 minCoach BusinessCoach Business182: Creating Systems That Work with Nikki McKnightIn this episode of Coach Business, we're talking with Operations and Systems Strategist, Nikki McKnight about creating systems that work.And more importantly, how to make the operations and systems in your business work better for yourself, your clients, and overall - regardless of which stage you're in.We get into:- Some must-ask questions- The purpose and value of a quick-fix- Collecting data to understand what is happening and why- Nikki's wholehearted belief in the FAFO method- How understanding the...2025-02-1940 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates41 | Regency Romance: Sarah MacLean's Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a RakeIf you’ve ever read a historical romance and thought, “I would 100% sneak into a gambling den just for the drama”, then this week’s episode is for you!This week, Nikki and Meg are diving into Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake by Sarah MacLean, a book that’s all about flouting societal expectations and reforming the bad boys of the aristocracy. Inside the Episode:* Why we think regency romance is basically motorcycle club romance (but with cravats)* How historical romance tropes hit different in 2025* The public vs...2025-02-191h 00First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates40: A Romantic Birthday MailbagIt’s Nikki & Meg’s birthday, and they’ll rant about romance tropes if they want to! Our hosts are back with a special mailbag episode, where they challenge each other with the most ridiculous, thought-provoking, and delightfully unhinged romance scenarios they could find. No prep. No planning. Just pure chaos and strong AF opinions.Check inside this birthday episode and their debates on:🎁 Grand gestures: Romantic or gross?🎁 The worst possible job for a romance protagonist🎁 The ultimate pet name cringe factor (Are we team "Babe" or "Absolutely...2025-02-1255 minAggressively Human: Online Business in the Age of AI, Algorithms & AutomationsAggressively Human: Online Business in the Age of AI, Algorithms & AutomationsSoftware in Service: Simplicity over Systems with Nikki McKnightWho hasn’t set up a system (or hired someone else to do so) that seems to make your efficiency dreams come true... and that just didn't happen. Or worse? Broke your business.The alternative? Embracing Simplicity over Systems. Embracing Simplicity over Systems, another core Aggressively Human pillar. How can we be thoughtful about where and how we use systems to be in service, instead of just buying systems as a service.And who better to bring in our episode is fellow Ops brain Nikki McKnight. Nikki McKnight (she/her) is an operations and systems st...2025-02-0655 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates39: Football Romance with Alexa MartinStrap in, romance fans, because this episode is intercepting all your expectations! We’re chatting with the MVP of football romance, Alexa Martin, about romance in the era of Taylor Swift’s NFL, the behind the scenes stories of being (and writing) football WAGS (wives and girlfriends). 🏆What’s in the playbook this week for Meg, Nikki, & Alexa?* How Vanity Fair declared Alexa the queen of football romance (and why she both cheered and cringed at the article).* Why her heroines are always hot messes (in the best way) and what makes a t...2025-02-0558 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates38: An Interview with K. StirlingOn today’s episode of First Dates and Soulmates, we are welcoming author K. Stirling! Listen in as Meg, Nikki, and K talk:* how K’s writing career started as a dare* whether or not billionaires deserve romance * navigating the ever-changing social media landscape* when you’re stuck, you just need characters to fight and fornicate! About Our Guest:K. Sterling writes like a demon and is mother to Alex, Zoe, Stella, and numerous queer superheroes. She’s also a history nerd, a Lord of the Ring...2025-01-2952 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates37: The Weight Of It All by NR WalkerCan you fall in love at the gym?Continuing our theme of self improvement this month, this week Meg and Nikki are talking about NR Walker’s book, The Weight Of It All. Listen in as they talk:* how to write a romance about weight loss without feeling fat phobic* the importance of the post-breakup encounter with the ex* why we want to be karaoke friends with Henry* the importance of besties who talk about p*ggingThen, join us on Substack and tell us ab...2025-01-2256 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates36: Journeys of Self ImprovementContinuing our series on characters who want to improve their lives, this week we’re diving DEEP into stories that start with characters who resolve to “upgrade” their lives through love, career, health, or hobbies. Listen in as Meg & Nikki discuss:* why this trope is like self help books, but with sex* our own approach to New Year’s resolutions (or lack thereof)* those “hit by a bus” moments that can change your life* SO MANY COLOUR CODED CHECKLISTS!Then, join us on Substack and tell us about your r...2025-01-151h 03First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates35: "Get a Life, Chloe Brown" by Talia HibbertWe are kicking off a series about main characters who seek out to improve some aspect of their lives and first up, “Get a Life, Chloe Brown” by the wonderful Talia Hibbert. Join Nikki & Meg as they discuss:* where the thing isn’t actually the thing* why we LOVE a man who goes to therapy* beautiful f***ing prose (and how it makes Meg want to quit writing)* the epic badass that is Chloe BrownThen, join us on Substack to share your thoughts and how you too ar...2025-01-0851 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates34: The First Annual Tingly AwardsWelcome to 2025 and our first annual Tingly Awards!Join Nikki and Meg as they look back at the books that made them blush, tingle, squee, and smile. Then, check out https://bit.ly/fdsmbingo for a link to the official First Dates & Soulmates 2025 book bingo card. Be sure to tag us @firstdatesandsoulmates on your socials as you fill yours out. Meg’s List of Categories & Winners:Best Space Odyssey* Earth Boys are Easy by C. Rochelle* Ruby Dixon’s Risdaverse series* Good Deeds by K...2025-01-0158 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates[Re-Release] Christmas in July: 30+ holiday romance novel recsHo, ho, ho, everyone. This week, because it is the holidays, and both Meg and Nikki are enjoying some well deserved time off, we come to you to the pod this week with a re-release of our Christmas in July episode.This episode was released back in July as we were gearing up for the release of Meg's debut novel, Peppermint Bark No Bite. We talked all about the different Christmas tropes and small town holiday romances that we enjoy. So enjoy this little blast from the past and we will see you in the new year.2024-12-2555 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates33: NaNoWriMo Roundtable- The ResultsThe month of November has passed and it’s time for us to check in with our NaNoWriMo authors from episode 27 to see how it went!Join Nikki, Meg, Lee, and Megan as they chat about:* why November is a horrible month* the importance of creating spaces for creative work * Nikki finding out about a disney villains series* why you should always bet on come Follow the show on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/firstdatesandsoulmates/Follow the show on Ti...2024-12-1841 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates32: Christmas Falls Season 2What kind of romantic shenanigans can happen in the small town of Christmas Falls? A hell of a lot, as it turns out! In this week’s episode, our hosts are talking all about the shared universe series of Christmas Falls, back for its seconds season. Join Nikki & Meg as they talk about the town of the season and:* how ugly Christmas sweaters can still be sexy * the work that goes into writing a shared universe series* why Nikki wanted to see someone get hurt (because being carried is se...2024-12-1158 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates31: Meet Me Next Christmas, a holiday romcomCould it be a holiday miracle meet-cute involving the beautiful harmonies of Pentatonix? Why yes, it could! This week on the show Nikki & Meg are diving into Netflix’s latest holiday flick, Meet Me Next Christmas with Christina Milian and Devale Ellis. Listen in as they discuss:* the chemistry of the two leads and how we became Teddy superfans* the logistics of concert venues for holiday shows * our slightly cynical leanings on a certain…sparkly plot device* Nikki’s experience in filming the big ending sceneand...2024-12-0457 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates30: Sex Lives of Superheroes with Diana McCallumYour friendly neighbourhood spider person with radioactive sperm, an Amazonian warrior who gets tied up, and a caped crusader who likes to fight with his female opponents - it’s time for some heroic bedroom activities!In this episode, Nikki & Meg are joined by writer & podcaster Diana McCallum to discuss her book, Sex Lives of Superheroes, and the many considerations about what it takes to date & mate a super powered human.Join their very scientific conversation about:* how to talk to your lover about your superhuman sperm, super stretchy genitals, or your many sp...2024-11-2755 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates29: Back for Seconds, a hedonistic holiday taleIn this ode to American Thanksgiving, this week our hosts are diving into platters full of stuffing, phallic vegetables, and creams of all kinds. Meg & Nikki are talking about Back For Seconds, an erotic holiday novella. In this episode, they talk about:* why 2nd person POV should NEVER be used in erotica* the chore porn involved when people do housework for us * Meg’s many excellent food puns * the f***ed up pantheon of gods that must exist in this books’ world* Then head on over...2024-11-2043 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates28: Romance That Makes Us HungryAre you hungry? Famished? Voracious for something…delicious?In this week’s episode, Meg & Nikki dive deep into a prix fixe framework of delicious romance novels that focus on folks in the food industry or where food plays a role in the romantic plot lines. Get your aprons handy and whisks at the ready as they talk about:* why folks who work in food service are GODS! GODS WE SAY!* the romance created by a well-constructed meal * how Nikki is the easiest sloot if you bring her food…a...2024-11-131h 05First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates27: A NaNoWriMo Author RoundtableFor many creative folks the world over, the month of November is spent in pursuit of writing 50,000 words. Today, Meg & Nikki welcome 3 of Meg’s author & entrepreneurial friends to see how they’re approaching this month.Listen into the roundtable as they discuss:* The reason why they’re not doing the “official” NaNoWriMo challenge* Why writing succinctly is so freaking hard (we’re looking at you, Meg)* Their differing approaches to outlining and story creationA slightly sad note, during this recording session Megan Flatt’s audio decided to die so she doe...2024-11-0649 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates26: Bride by Ali HazelwoodTake one strong alpha male shifter and one super smart yet culturally naive vampire, put them in an arranged marriage with a dash of political intrigue and a soupçon of sexual tension, and what do you get? Bride, by Ali Hazelwood! Join Meg & Nikki this week as they talk:* why we all KNOW what it means when you sniff a neck* the importance of secret friendship languages for surprise unveilings* the “science” of shifters changing with or without their clothes* the…physics… of interspecies tingles in the groiny bits ...2024-10-3050 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates25: Spooky Teen Romance Films (Twilight & Warm Bodies)This week on the podcast Nikki & Meg are diving into YA spooky romance films Twilight and Warm Bodies! Yes, we are biting our lips, touching our cold boyfriends, and being that girl that everyone loves from the get-go!Nikki walks us through the 4 signs you’re in a spooky teen romance and:* Meg shares her trauma about watching the Twilight film for the first time* Why parents aren’t ALWAYS the bad guys in these teen scenarios* The reasons why we would all want to be the best friend character...2024-10-2354 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates24: The Hidden Species series by Louisa Masters“Hellhounds declaring a glitter fight? Vampires at war with accounting? It’s another day at the Community of Species Government.”In a bit of surprise twist this week, Nikki & Meg decide to add in a completely unplanned episode! So inspired by Nikki waxing poetic about this series during our episode on Paranormal Romance (see episode #22), Meg decided to download and read The Hidden Species series in one week just so they could talk about it!Join them this week as they talk about:* Nikki’s love of demonic bureaucracy* How this...2024-10-1654 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates23: A Book Launch Review (and update) with Bailey SeabornIt’s been almost two months since host Meg (aka author Bailey Seaborn) released her debut novel, Peppermint Bark No Bite. This week, we are checking in with how the book launch went, some lessons from a new(ish) author, and got a sneak peak at what’s coming next!Listen in to hear all about:✏️ how Meg wrote the series almost in reverse, and 4 books at once✏️ the challenges in promoting a romance book to your…not romance book audience✏️ the Avengers-level team of support that Meg worked with ✏️ the BEST THIN...2024-10-0952 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates22: Paranormal RomancesAre spooky scary skeletons sending shivers down your spine?Will dastardly demons and alpha shifters send tingles into your groiny bits?This week on the podcast, it’s Paranormal Romances!Join Meg & Nikki as they talk:🎃 the things we love that go bump in the night🎃 what type of vampire we’d be - sparkly or scary 🎃 how paranormal and fantasy are NOT the same thing🎃 S-class superpowers & the mortals they love to dateBooks & Media We MentionHeaving Bosoms...2024-10-0258 minStructure and Soul PodcastStructure and Soul PodcastEp. 5 | Unshakeable Trust: From Behind-the-Scenes to Center Stage with Nikki McKnightIn this poppin' episode of Structure & Soul, we're vibing with Nikki McKnight, the mastermind behind The Ops Shop. As a fractional COO, Nikki is the secret weapon for creative entrepreneurs, helping them streamline their operations and focus on their creative magic. Nikki spills the tea on her love for the behind-the-scenes hustle, her journey into the world of operations, and how she's got the backs of creatives like writers, designers, and marketing agencies by building systems that keep their businesses humming like a well-oiled machine. From busting myths about operations to embracing her own "main character energy,"...2024-10-0240 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates21: Heartless by Elsie Silver | cowboy, nanny, surprise baby grumpy-sunshine romanceFor many of us, romance is an escape from our day to day lives where we can just focus on the witty repartee, brooding good looks, and all of the tingles in the groiny bits.This month, Nikki and Meg are sharing a book they somehow love yet it contains their most hated trope(s).Nowhere on Meg’s TBR list would we expect to see a grumpyXsunshine western single dad romance with a nanny AND A SURPRISE BABY. But surprise, it’s time for Meg’s pick, Heartless by Elsie Silver. In t...2024-09-251h 00First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates20: The Best of RomanceBooks subreddit with Andréa JonesToday, we’re diving deep into the bowels of our FAVOURITE subreddit to pick out the most curious of questions, the hottest of hot takes, and share the super spicy stuff that we’ve been reading lately. We’re also joined by our podcast SuperFan (and the reason this show exists), marketing expert extraordinaire, podcaster, and all around romantic, Andréa Jones! Check out this week’s episode for:⭐ which Harry Potter fanfic pairing is our main ship⭐ the weird Anime North viewing rooms that Nikki spent her teen years in⭐ how Me...2024-09-1859 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates19: Secret Identity Rom Coms with Shenee HowardDear Fellow Plant Daddies, what would you do if you discovered that the anonymous person you have been chatting with is the horrible shirtless plant influencer from next door?This week on the podcast Meg is playing host to author Shenee Howard and we talk all about:* sexy plant daddies inspired by BTS members* what makes a great rom com story* Shenee’s sci fi rom com plans (and more Long Beach stories!)* why we love (and hate?) reddit and AIM and how it’s evolved in the books we r...2024-09-111h 00First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates18: Trope We Hate/Book We Love - Kissing Tolstoy by Penny ReidWe all have our favourites when it comes to tropes and storylines that we love. We also have ones that we hate with the burning fiery passion of a thousand hells. And yet somehow we can find authors or books that manage to turn our most hated narrative frameworks into something we like, and maybe even love. This month, Nikki and Meg are sharing a book they somehow love yet it contains their most hated trope(s). Starting with Nikki’s pick, Kissing Tolstoy by Penny Reid. In...2024-09-041h 11First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates17: Sensitivity Readers 101 with Sydney FowlerIs it true that we should only write what we know?In this episode of #FirstDatesAndSoulmates, Meg & Nikki sit down with Sydney Fowler, a sensitivity reader who also worked on Meg’s debut novel Peppermint Bark, No Bite. We ask Sydney so many questions including:✏️ the role of a sensitivity reader (and what they are NOT)✏️ the importance of dialogue between author & any type of reader✏️ how Sydney helped shape Meg’s book content and storytelling ✏️ when and why an author should engage with a sensitivity readerAbout Ou...2024-08-281h 09First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates16: Bro’s Best Friend Romances with Mikayla ChristyIs dating your brother’s best friend… taboo?How shocking!In this week’s episode of #FirstDatesAndSoulmates, Nikki and Meg are joined by guest Mikayla Christy to talk all about the trope of best friend’s brother/brother’s best friend. A favourite trope of Meg’s, we talk all about:❤️ how Mikayla DID date her brother’s best friend (and Nikki’s best friend married HER brother)❤️ the 3 “F’s” of this trope (and yes, one of them is what you’re thinking)❤️ the STRESS of secret relationships❤️ and wh...2024-08-2159 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates15: Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not DatingWe all know Nikki read her first romance novel (Born in Ice by Nora Roberts) when she was around 10 years old - but what about Meg’s first romance read?! In this week’s episode, Meg and Nikki are doing a read-along of Meg’s first romance novel (that she read in 2018!!), Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating by Christina Lauren.We talk:❤️ whether your first trope is really the best trope❤️ Nikki's Korean blindness❤️ Meg's thoughts on "that girl" heroines❤️ Crazy helvetica merch ideas❤️ and why we hate surprise babiesBooks & Media We Mention In This Episode:2024-08-1455 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates14: The Weird-Ho’s Table with Author C. RochelleGiven our love of himbos, heroes (and villains) in spandex, and random ho-stuff, we knew there was but ONE PERSON who we could invite to the show this week.We're fangirling *just a bit* over this week's episode where we welcome author C.Rochelle to #FirstDatesAndSoulmates!In this slightly bonkers episode we talk about:🦸‍♂️ chaotic plot gremlins and how C "plans" her stories🦹‍♀️ the epic fans and growing community online🥳 managing smexy times with multiple people and...appendages......as well as some teasers for her upcoming projects, including Rabble End Game (the final book in the Villainous series).About Our Gu...2024-08-071h 20First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates13: An Alien Mate for ChristmasIn this last episode of First Dates and Soulmates’ “Christmas in July” series, Meg and Nikki are doing a read-a-long of a Christmas novella, An Alien Mate for Christmas by Melody Beckett.Warning: this episode is not for the weak when it comes to graphic depictions of alien peens. If you like a good sci-fi holiday romance, this episode (and book) is for youMeg and Nikki discuss the fated mate trope, their favorite parts of the novella, their not-so-favorite parts, and more.Melody Beckett’s Website: https://www.melodybeckett.com/ Melody’s...2024-07-3158 minThe Mindful Marketing Podcast (Formerly Known As The Savvy Social Podcast)The Mindful Marketing Podcast (Formerly Known As The Savvy Social Podcast)Unlocking the Secrets of Business Automation with Nikki McKnightEver feel like your marketing efforts are getting lost in a sea of tech tools and automation jargon? Let's cut through the noise and get back to basics with systems that actually work for you! In this episode, Nikki McKnight joins me to dive into the often overlooked side of marketing automation—what we need to consider before getting lost in the tech and tools. We'll explore the foundational elements of systems and operations, breaking down the essentials that ensure your business runs smoothly and effectively. Nikki shares her journey from a curious kid fascinated by...2024-07-3037 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates12: Peppermint Bark, No Bite with Author Bailey SeabornIn this week’s episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Nikki is interviewing soon-to-be-famous author, Bailey Seaborn.Bailey Seaborn (Meg Casebolt’s pen name) is the author of the romance novel you may have heard the first handful of chapters of on this podcast, Peppermint Bark, No Bite.And she’s here to answer all of your questions about herself as a romance novelist, author, and entrepreneur.She talks about:* Where the pen name Bailey Seaborn originated* How she went about plotting the novel, Peppermint Bark, No Bite* Inspir...2024-07-241h 11First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates11: Peppermint Bark, No Bite: Chapters 4 & 5Get a sneak peek of Meg Casebolt's (written under the pen name, Bailey Seaborn) debut romance novel, Peppermint Bark, No Bite, a witty heartwarming, romantic comedy about a woman who recruits the grinchiest man alive to be her stand-in for Santa, and then she melts his frosty facade.The novel will be released on July 25th in celebration of Christmas in July. Pre-order your copy so it'll go right to your inbox when it's released: https://amzn.to/4dJlnjeThis episode includes Chapters 4 and 5. Chapters 1-3 are also available right here on the podcast! Follow the show on...2024-07-1726 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates10: Love, Actually: Film ReviewWhen Love, Actually came out in November of 2003, so many critics hated it. Meg and Nikki are here today, continuing with Christmas in July to talk about the Love, Actually, which many people consider a Christmas movie.Although there were many iffy parts to this film, it did spark a cultural phenomenon. In this episode, Meg and Nikki discuss their favorite and least favorite romantic storylines, couples, tropes, and WTF moments from the film. Some of the couples they hate, some they love, and some are just kinda… meh. Tune in if you love romance mo...2024-07-101h 00First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates09: Christmas in July: Holiday RomancesMeg and Nikki are kicking off the month by celebrating Christmas in July.In this week’s episode of First Dates & soulmates, Meg and Nikki talk about holiday romance novels as they discuss their favorite Christmas tropes and the ones they think lack originality. This episode is packed with lots of great holiday book recommendations, as well as holiday microtropes they LOVE, and the four ways Christmas can be built into a novel. If you’re a holiday romance lover, this episode is for you. And if you’re NOT, then this episode might just make y...2024-07-0355 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates08: Bridgerton Season 3 RecapSeason 3 of Bridgerton is out and Meg and Nikki have THOUGHTS. In this week’s episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki discuss their favorite moments from Season 3, as well as some of their biggest disappointments.If you’re not caught up with parts 1 and 2, beware - there ARE spoilers in this episode.You can also expect from this episode:* Meg and Nikki’s thoughts on the way the season was released; Should they have released it weekly instead?* Queer representation in the season* The most import...2024-06-261h 00First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates07: Trope Deep Dive: Enemies to LoversIn this week’s episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki are doing a deep dive of one of the most popular romance tropes, enemies to lovers. In this episode, you can expect:* What exactly IS the “enemies to lovers” trope? Including Nikki’s five different types or subcategories of the trope* The history of the trope* Class, power, and privilege within the trope* What Meg and Nikki like and dislike about the trope* Several books that feature the enemies to lovers trope (and ones that are SUPPOSED to, but...2024-06-1950 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates06: Peppermint Bark, No Bite Chapter 3: The Midnight Meet CuteGet a sneak peek of Meg Casebolt's (written under the pen name, Bailey Seaborn) debut romance novel, Peppermint Bark, No Bite, a witty heartwarming, romantic comedy about a woman who recruits the grinchiest man alive to be her stand-in for Santa, and then she melts his frosty facade.The novel will be released on July 25th in celebration of Christmas in July. Pre-order your copy so it'll go right to your inbox when it's released: https://amzn.to/4dJlnjeThis episode includes Chapter 3: The Midnight Meet Cute. Come back next month (July) for Chapters 4 and 5! Get full...2024-06-1222 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates05: Their Last Resort by R.S. GreyMeg and Nikki sure do, but in the case of Their Last Resort by R.S. Grey, they were left a little disappointed with the execution of some of these tropes. In this week's episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki discuss the things they liked in this novel and the things they think could've been implemented differently. You can also expect to hear:* Is this REALLY an "enemies to lovers" novel?* The development of Paige and Cole's relationship and the pacing of the overall storyline* Perceived conflict versus actual conflict2024-06-0545 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates05: Their Last Resort by R.S. GreyWho doesn't love a good enemies to lovers, forced proximity romance?! Meg and Nikki sure do, but in the case of Their Last Resort by R.S. Grey, they were left a little disappointed with the execution of some of these tropes. In this week's episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki discuss the things they liked in this novel and the things they think could've been implemented differently. You can also expect to hear:Is this REALLY an "enemies to lovers" novel?The development of Paige and Cole's relationship and the pacing of the o...2024-06-0545 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates04: The Bridgerton Prosaic UniverseIn this week's episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki are diving into the Bridgerton universe. Written by Julia Quinn and brought to T.V. by Shonda Rhimes, The Bridgerton series is an epic Regency romance tale, set throughout eight novels. In this episode, you can expect:* Meg and Nikki's experience with Bridgerton and why they love Regency romance* How the show differs from the books, as well as what they liked and didn't like* The differentiation between the Regency time period and other historical time periods in terms of the number...2024-05-291h 12First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates04: The Bridgerton Prosaic UniverseIn this week's episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki are diving into the Bridgerton universe. Written by Julia Quinn and brought to T.V. by Shonda Rhimes, The Bridgerton series is an epic Regency romance tale, set throughout eight novels. In this episode, you can expect:Meg and Nikki's experience with Bridgerton and why they love Regency romanceHow the show differs from the books, as well as what they liked and didn't likeThe differentiation between the Regency time period and other historical time periods in terms of the number of books soldWho are the readers of...2024-05-291h 12First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates03: Peppermint Bark, No Bite sneak preview: Chapters 1-2Get a sneak peek of Meg Casebolt's (written under the pen name, Bailey Seaborn) debut romance novel, Peppermint Bark, No Bite, a witty heartwarming, romantic comedy about a woman who recruits the grinchiest man alive to be her stand-in for Santa, and then she melts his frosty facade.The novel will be released on July 25th in celebration of Christmas in July. Pre-order your copy so it'll go right to your inbox when it's released: https://amzn.to/4dJlnjeThis episode includes Chapters 1 and 2 of the novel. Come back next month for Chapter 3!...2024-05-2026 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates02: My First Read: Born in IceCan you remember the very first romance novel you've ever read? For Nikki, it was Born In Ice by Nora Roberts. And in this episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki are going all in on their favorite tropes, the clashing of plots, some romance "no-no's", and more from Born In Ice. And don't worry - if you've never read this novel, Nikki and Meg give a very short overview of the plot before diving into the discussion.Follow the show on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/firstdatesandsoulmates/ Follow the show...2024-05-191h 05First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates01: Why We Love Romance So Much That We Can’t Shut Up About ItIn the first official episode of First Dates & Soulmates, Meg and Nikki talk about where their love for romance and reading began and why they're making it into a passion project. You'll also hear about Meg and Nikki's favorite genres (there may be some controversy here), the genres they tend to stay away from, what you can expect to hear in episodes going forward, and, as Nikki puts it, "discussion, giggles, and what the fuckery".Follow the show on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/firstdatesandsoulmates/ Follow the show on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@firstdatesandsoulmates2024-05-1522 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & SoulmatesTEASER: First Dates & SoulmatesPremieres Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024. Join Meg Casebolt and Nikki Mcknight for their weekly conversations on their latest romance reads. Each week, listen in to get Meg and Nikki's takes on their favorite (and most cringey) romance stories. Plus, hear from authors and get sneak peeks of Meg's upcoming releases.Follow the show on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/firstdatesandsoulmates/ Follow the show on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@firstdatesandsoulmates View the full show notes on our Substack https://firstdatesandsoulmates.substack.com/ Pre-Order Meg’s debut novel, Peppermint Bark, No Bite (affiliate li...2024-05-1301 minJacqui Just ChattersJacqui Just ChattersHistorical Scandals and Serial Killers Part OneSend us a textThis episode of 'Jacqui Just Chatters' features host Jacqui Lents discussing historical scandals and murder cases, with a focus on female serial killers. With guests including her sister, Nikki, and author Yvonne Vincent, they delve into a range of topics, including female serial killer Mrs. Mary McKnight, who poisoned her family members with strychnine. The episode also touches on the bizarre use of strychnine as a medicinal stimulant in the early 20th century and peculiar historical taxing practices. The casual and humorous discussion reveals both the shocking and the ridiculous aspects of past...2024-04-2332 minUncharted JourneyUncharted JourneyEpisode 73 – Nikki Carvalho, Barrier-breaking LeaderNikki Carvalho's ascent to the presidency of State Window Corporation is a testament to her exceptional leadership qualities and unwavering dedication. As President, she not only holds the title but also leads by example, setting a high standard for excellence and encouraging her team to reach their fullest potential.But Nikki's journey to success did not start overnight. She honed her business acumen and gained invaluable experience during her tenure as the Chief Financial Officer of the Peel Financial Group of Companies. Before that, she spent a decade at Deloitte, building a solid foundation of knowledge and...2024-04-0337 minSaturday LiveSaturday LiveHannah Fry, Sam McKnight, Oenone Forbat, Derren BrownProfessor Hannah Fry, whose job involves demystifying data and exploring how science and tech will shape our futures, personally though, she’s realised that ‘Life isn’t a problem to be solved, it’s an experience to be had’. From body-building online star to social media sceptic. Oenone Forbat tell us how her life as a digital celebrity isn’t quite as glamorous as the filters might have us believe And the legendary hair stylist Sam McKnight, reveals how a boy form a small Scottish mining town went on to style, shear and zhush the tresses of supermodels...2023-11-111h 00Love Your Mom LifeLove Your Mom Life148. Finding Fulfillment after Having Kids with Danielle LaShawnGet your copy of Nikki's book today on Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and through Bookshop.Org, where every purchase supports your local bookstore.Want a sneak peek of Nikki's book?  Download a FREE chapter!Do you recognize who you are outside of your “mom” title? Well, the woman who literally wrote the book on this subject stops by the show today to chat with Nikki about it. Author and mother of four, Danielle LaShawn McKnight is passionate about helping women achieve their goals and d...2023-11-0837 minTHE SCOOP with Hershe SundaeTHE SCOOP with Hershe SundaeThe Royal Scoop featuring Nikki DevereauxOn this week's episode we are join again by none other than Nikki Devereaux and we discuss EVERYTHING! From Lovers and Friends turned Foe's, Queen Charlotte and why we love Bridgerton, Brian McKnight is a villian, Love after Lock up recaps and so much more! Sit back and get comfy because this show is THIICCC!2023-05-081h 55Path to Podcast SuccessPath to Podcast SuccessNikki Mcknight: The Ops ShopNikki McKnight (She/Her) is the quirky purveyor of operational excellence for world changers, audacious thinkers, & heart-centered leaders. She helps online entrepreneurs create the systems that will launch their platform (and lifestyle) to even greater heights while serving humans and values first. Learn more about Nikki here!Learn more about Path to Podcast Success here! 2023-02-0739 minOff the Charts: A Stellar NewscastOff the Charts: A Stellar NewscastShock and surprise, economic theory, and lots of laughsVol. 3 episode 23Greetings!Well, per usual, Elisabeth nailed a prediction…she said that as we began recording this on Groundhog Day, in reference to the Bill Murray movie that puts his life on perpetual repeat, we would end up recording, editing, recording, editing, until we finally learned our lesson…Well, nearly 25 hours later, the lesson learned is how to engage constructively with Saturn’s energy of streamlining, seriousness, hard work, and focus. Because the result is…excellence!And so, at last…Here is your first weekly episode in news from the E...2023-02-041h 09Hustle HypocrisyHustle HypocrisyHH Episode #13- Nikki McKnight hustlehypocrisy #thequeenofeverything @nikki_mcknightmoc joins me on another epic convo about hustle! Nikki shares so many juicy visuals in her storytelling and examples. We talk about: - where did the hustle programming start? (Hint: pineapples) . - the plastic and glass balls we juggle and what happens when we drop a glass one . - we talk runways - short and long and where to land the shuttle . - our deep patterning in long term jobs and how to rehab these deeply embedded tendencies Nikki is the real de...2022-10-2847 minSCP Un[REDACTED]SCP Un[REDACTED]Un[REDACTED] ANASTASIS: The Complete ChronicleSCP-5437 located here.Credit to the original authors http://www.wikidot.com/user:info/stormbreathhttp://www.wikidot.com/user:info/j-dunehttp://www.wikidot.com/user:info/chiifuhttp://www.wikidot.com/user:info/ellie3http://www.wikidot.com/user:info/deadly-breadCast:Researcher Metcalfe - NomadicArchiveshttps://www.youtube.com/user/TheRandomzJakeO5-1 - TheeShermhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6RiHFLxsdcUWQZsfDi1oOgAssistant Researcher Richardson - CreepyOtterhttps://www...2022-07-312h 15The Aftershow After Party (formerly known as Unsung Unwrapped)The Aftershow After Party (formerly known as Unsung Unwrapped)S3 E4: TASAP Reviews A Closer Look: Brian McKnightNikki and Toya review ALLBLK's A Closer Look: Brian McKnight and learn some lessons about what the public should expect from entertainers and how Brian McKnight is a masterclass in duality, for better or for worse.  2022-07-1954 minNikki TalksNikki TalksHow I Read Over 800 Books a YearToday on the Nikki Talks podcast we’re talking all about BOOKS. In 2021 I read over 850 books and I’m unpacking the how, the what, and the why. I’m answering all of your burning questions like: How do I read that fast? How do I afford that many books? What genres of books do I read the most? We get a little nerdy with some science, I rant a bit about the failings of the education system, and then I answer some audience submitted questions to give you an even closer look into my big old weird brain.A...2022-02-231h 04Nikki TalksNikki TalksROI = Return On Living with Maxine CunninghamWhen we talk about “success” as it relates to start ups we often think about valuations, cash money, number of investors, but what would happen if we redefine success? What if we were to credit or reward people in different ways to motivate and inspire change? Or what if we just burned the whole system down and started from a place of curiosity and inventiveness? Join me and CEO of Pick My Brain, Maxine Cunningham, as she redefines the global economy and asks us “What is truly important?”About MaxineMaxine is an investment banker, turned e...2022-02-1652 minNikki TalksNikki TalksParentpreneuring in a PandemicThey say that it can take a village to raise a kid, to have a business, to just get through life as a decent human being. But what happens when you are a business owner AND a parent AND a human? Today on the Nikki Talks podcast, I’ve brought together three entrepreneurs who are also parents, to have an honest conversation about life, parenting and business. My guests today are Eliya Finkelstein, a Funnel Strategist, Conversion Copywriter, and was once dubbed the “Fairy Godmother of Copy”, Bex McKnight,  an Inclusive Design Consultant and Creative Director of McKnight Inclusive Design...2022-02-0956 minNikki TalksNikki TalksBlue Whales, Skippers, and Fish, oh my! with Caryn GillenWhat comes to mind when you think about Alaska? Is it snow, 24 hours of darkness, or a movie starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds? Today we welcome Nikki’s friend Caryn Gillen, an Alaska native who spent her young adult life working as a commercial fisher(wo)man out in the vast ocean. Caryn shares her stories of growing up in a small town community, how she started working on a commercial boat, and her encounter with one of the largest animals in the entire world.About CarynCaryn Gillen is a master certified life co...2022-02-0248 minNikki TalksNikki TalksThe Sounds of Hollywood and Home with Samara BayToday’s episode of Nikki Talks features Samara Bay, a Hollywood Dialect and vocal coach committed to helping people discover their voice, their power, and make a change in the world. The human voice is a powerful tool for expressing ourselves, we not only talk about how the voice can help a movie feel more authentic, but we talk about the human voice and how we as human beings have learned to alter our voice to express different feelings or to feel safe in certain situations.Links in this podcastDiscussing Hollywood’s accent discrimination prob...2022-01-261h 13Nikki TalksNikki TalksWhy Can’t I Change? With Alicia NaserHappy New Year’s! Today on the Nikki Talks podcast we’re going to talk about new year's resolutions, why some work, why they fail, and why you may be struggling already. My first guest on the Nikki Talks podcast is Alicia Naser, she is a behaviour expert. Her insights into human behaviour will fascinate you, listen in to hear her talk about how we as humans can actually change our behaviours.About AliciaShe received her master's degree from Wayne State University in Educational Psychology, an undergraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology, she is currently pursuing a Ph...2022-01-1955 minNikki TalksNikki TalksThe Laptop Lifestyle, Done My Way with Jonathan GoodmanJonathan Goodman is the man behind the personal trainer development center and author of 11 books, but instead of talking about the fitness industry, today we’re going to talk about his nomad lifestyle. In this episode we’ll find out how he started on his digital nomad life, all the good and bad, and fun stories of lost books. We’ll talk about how his adventurous life changed when he became a father. You may want to know how in the heck he manages to run his business while living abroad, don’t worry we talk all about it! Jon also...2022-01-1947 minNikki TalksNikki TalksWelcome to Nikki TalksWelcome to the premier episode of Nikki Talks!In this episode our host, who just happens to be named Nikki, talks about why she finally decided to start a podcast. So what’s this podcast all about? In one word or less, knowledge. The ability to learn new things from new people in a fun way, growing as a person and kickin’ butt at the pub on trivia night!Aaaaaaand Nikki answers her own rapid fire questions!About NikkiNikki (she/her) is the quirky purveyor of operational excellence for world chan...2022-01-1714 minSales MavenSales MavenCreating Curiosity On Social Media: On-Air Coaching Call with Peggy McKnightMaking changes to your career, and making the final decision to move forward is much easier with guidance. Instead of jumping to conclusions, one way to gain guidance is by working with a trusted career development coach. Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn how to create curiosity in sales conversations, especially on social media with this episode of the Sales Maven Show. ...2021-11-0845 minThe Heart of Marketing You with Erica CastnerThe Heart of Marketing You with Erica CastnerCreating a Strategic, Impactful Brand with Nikki McKnight - Episode 69Nikki McKnight is all about helping business owners and entrepreneurs create strategic, impactful brands. She is the operations magician and best-kept secret to entrepreneurs who are committed to taking strategic action. She helps world-changers actually change the world by creating clear visions & outcomes, improving processes, driving communication, and building Rockstar teams. She's worked with multi-billion dollar retailers, million-dollar entrepreneurs, and energetic startups looking to start off on the right foot. 2021-08-3129 minKnow Your Gear PodcastKnow Your Gear PodcastWill the new Epiphone headstock hurt the value of the old Epiphone guitars?Subject Index00:00 Intro02:20 Grounding issue with hollow-body and bridge06:30 Will the new Epiphone headstock hurt the value of the old Epiphone guitars12:23 Will hand sanitizer hurt electronics or finishes on guitars?16:00 The new Alex Lifeson Epiphone guitar with Piezo.23:16 Parking your money in guitars?28:20 No Harley Benton guitars on my wall?32:32 any plans to review the Sire T style guitar?35:55 The PRS Mira and Mira X?41:30 The issues with Fender in the last couple yearshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJNrG2iqBO448: 33 Have I used any...2021-06-282h 22The Peak Performing TeamThe Peak Performing TeamThat meeting should have been an email!Why did we have that meeting??? I’ve heard that complaint from BOTH team leaders and team members. It’s tempting to think that meetings are the problem and that they should be avoided at all costs. But avoiding them would be a mistake. Team meetings are synergistic powerhouses, when we get them right. So if your meetings feel like a drag, fix them. This episode has 3 suggestions for more productive meetings, including tips summarized from earlier interviews with Celine Williams (episode #7) and Nikki McKnight (episode #15). Enjoy and let’s not have any more meetings that could have been emails!2021-06-1110 minThe Peak Performing TeamThe Peak Performing TeamNikki McKnight - Make your business culture more explicit in every way.Grab a notebook and get ready! Nikki McKnight and I have a fast paced, totally authentic conversation about what businesses need to do to build spaces that make it easy for people to contribute. Nikki shares strategies and practices that help the culture to become more explicit and meetings more productive. She's a systems and processes guru and has so much insight into the little practices that makes everything work better. And we got real, since the cobbler's kids might not have the best shoes. So we talked about how much the medicine (or support) we give others is the...2021-06-0342 minWhole & UnleashedWhole & UnleashedNikki McKnight on running a business that supports her mental health and creating space through systemsNikki McKnight has over a decade of experience working with companies to improve processes, drive communication and performance, and build a rockstar team. She’s worked with multi-billion dollar retailers, million dollar entrepreneurs, and startup boutiques looking to start off on the right foot. Nikki loves working with the artistic, creative, and spiritual personalities because she truly believes they will be the ones who will change the world for the better. Nikki loves cycling, pop culture podcasts, romance novels, and hanging with her dog, Riesling. In today’s episode Nikki shares: How she became a ba...2021-05-051h 04Coach BusinessCoach BusinessCaryn with Nikki McKnight & Erin Leslie on Bringing the Inside OutWe have a special episode for you this week, where I talk to my team (Nikki & Erin) about ALL the things. It's kind of like an out-loud team-building exercise, where we take all of the behind-the-scenes, bring them front-and-center, and invite you along for the ride! We talk about: - Why being in a hurry and reactive in business can be so costly - Why it's important to operate from your values and actually "walk your talk" - What a "business minimum baseline" is and how that can serve you (and your team) ...2021-04-2240 minA Podcast with MoA Podcast with MoMusic SpinOff 47Up Now ft ft Keenan Victor - Omniscient Art Like Falling - Pete Fiorentino Energy - Flyboi Rich Let the Blood Be Spilled - Sir Nasty Closer - Nikki McKnight Miss That - Charlie J Float Away - CeeJay Jonez All Night Long - Karmaa with Mateus Seth Don't Give Up _ Forgotten One All My Life ft A2thaMo and B-L1fe - Kid G Rocks on the Moon - Domingo Kite Not Even a Flaw - B-Funk Day to Day - MTN LION Birthday Dance - Maddog McGraw Straight Jacket - B.Morgan Free to Be Me - Mr...2021-02-051h 34A Podcast with MoA Podcast with MoMusic SpinOff 4623 - Benny Sick N Tired ft Westside Boogie) - Cammo17th AYE - Flyboi Rich Lines (Away) ft Elliot Jennings - Omniscient Art Knockin (ft Kyle Lucas) - Pete Fiorentino That Patti Song - Nikki McKnight Im Jason - Sir Nasty This Ride ft JOE-Y - Forgotten One Legacy - CeeJay Jonez The Oath - Pockets & Tex Black Mirror - GG Fearn Headphones ft Ayefelon and Karmaa - Thetikos No Lie with Mateus Seth - Karmaa Demo - Ayefelon Flying Too High - MTNMN Dead Buried - Southern Com4rt Who is the Mack - B-Funk Never Get Away...2021-01-221h 40The Cosmic Tea PodcastThe Cosmic Tea PodcastRoot Chakra with Nikki McKnightIn this episode, I will be joined by Nikki McKnight to chat about how we met and how Root Chakra work has impacted her life. We will dive into what Root Chakra issues were holding Nikki back, how those issues manifested in her body, what her turnaround moment was when working with me, and what Nikki does now.2021-01-2150 minA Podcast with MoA Podcast with MoBest Of Music SpinOff 12The Drinking Song - Bradster X and Coop 4AM - Kease The Artist High - MedX Gonna Break - Strong Maurice All I Do Is Hustle ft ACID - Dasmonique Get It - T.E.E. Rug Burns - C.L.N.Y Over Now - Mikey Lax Big - Petravita First Name Remix ft Sir Nasty - Nikki McKnight Shit Talkin 101 - MadDog McGraw Problems - Alyssa Higgins Doors - Bo Break Me Down - CeeJay Jonez Thinkin On Ya - Karmaa, Mateus Seth, WhoIsSAS Tread Lightly - M3$H Gone ft Mikey Lax - A2thaMo --- Support...2020-12-181h 25A Podcast with MoA Podcast with MoMusic SpinOff 39Timeless - Cammo www.soundcloud.com/cameron-jackson-121446750 Burner - Charlie J www.soundcloud.com/charliejofficial Work - Nikki McKnight www.soundcloud.com/706nix Bet That Up with AC - Dub Dueci www.soundcloud.com/dubdueci22 Double Entendre - Orvias, Coy Clary, Qing Nero www.soundcloud.com/cleansedworld Walk Happy - Bo Underslept - Strong Maurice www.soundcloud.com/strongmaurice 80229 - MtnLion www.soundcloud.com/damtnlion They Brought Me Back - Sir Nasty www.soundcloud.com/graveyardent-sirnasty Unbelievable - rrevan and Mars Playground Mornings - Southern Com4rt www.soundcloud.com/southern-com4rt My Year - Kid G www.soundcloud.com...2020-07-031h 41A Podcast with MoA Podcast with MoMusic SpinOff 37Been About It - Ethena and T-Rev www.soundcloud.com/user-508480599 Blip - Aaron Harris www.soundcloud.com/aaronharrisentertainment Glitch - Luca$h www.soundcloud.com/lucash_music Back Block - Lil Dame & Lil Chinx www.soundcloud.com/layoutgangdame LCA - Bradster X www.soundcloud.com/bradster-x Cray Cray - Dumb Blonde Rapper www.soundcloud.com/dumbblonderapper Hear Me Out - New Time Zones www.soundcloud.com/new-time-zones Fuego ft Petravita and Lehmon - Anthony Hoang www.soundcloud.com/anthonyhoang123 Right Here (prod by Strat Carter) - Nikki McKnight www.soundcloud.com/706nix WERKKK - Karmaa www.soundcloud.com/catchmekarmaa ...2020-05-221h 38A Podcast with MoA Podcast with MoMusic SpinOff 35Over Now - Mikey Lax www.soundcloud.com/mikey-lax Big - Petravita www.soundcloud.com/petravita I Want It - Strong Maurice www.soundcloud.com/strongmaurice Traveler ft God K.E. - CLNY www.soundcloud.com/parkhillmatic-89 First Name Remix ft Sir Nasy - Nikki McKnight www.soundcloud.com/706nix Let Me In - Sir Nasty www.soundcloud.com/graveyardent-sirnasty Lets Fall In Love - Kease the Artist www.soundcloud.com/kease-the-artist Worth - T.E.E www.soundcloud.com/thomasworrells Swipe - Bo Change - Mak B www.soundcloud.com/bryse-forguson Guns for Hire - RevoLation Shit Talkin 101...2020-04-101h 47Day 22 Radio ShowDay 22 Radio ShowMix by Alberto Jordán 10th April 2020Day 22 Radio Show Podcast Episode 01 Pilot Alberto Jordan mix. First episode, my mix from last September 2019. The first pilot episode, it serves as a warm-up for the next releases.Tracklist: Selace - So Hooked On Your Lovin - Love MixMelodie (Mousse T's Extended Disco Shizzle Remix) [Feat. Cleah]Dirty Secretz, Glen Horsborough, Tess Leah - Scream & Shout (FOXX & FROST Remix)Moon Rocket, Corrado Rizza, Black Connection - Give Me Rhythm (Main Mix Extended)Stace Cadet - The Circus (Alex Preston Remix)FCL - It's You (Mousse T.'s Teef Vocal Mix) – DefectedAbel Ramos - Higher (David Penn Extended Remix)Paul Si...2020-04-081h 18