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Talk Wealthy To Me9. How Women's Voices Influence Today’s Financial Trends with Sonni AbattaHave you ever wondered what it takes to pivot from a successful career in television news to the world of digital media and podcasting? Michelle Taylor hosts Sonni Abatta, a seasoned media professional and the driving force behind the podcast "We Gotta Talk." The conversation dives into Sonni's journey from being a TV news anchor to creating her brand in the digital space while managing the demands of motherhood. Listeners will gain insights into defining personal success, navigating work-life balance, and harnessing intuition in investments. Understand the intricacies of media and storytelling and learn about how women can live empowered...2025-02-2143 minTalk Wealthy To Me9. How Women's Voices Influence Today’s Financial Trends with Sonni AbattaHave you ever wondered what it takes to pivot from a successful career in television news to the world of digital media and podcasting? Michelle Taylor hosts Sonni Abatta, a seasoned media professional and the driving force behind the podcast "We Gotta Talk." The conversation dives into Sonni's journey from being a TV news anchor to creating her brand in the digital space while managing the demands of motherhood. Listeners will gain insights into defining personal success, navigating work-life balance, and harnessing intuition in investments. Understand the intricacies of media and storytelling and learn about how women can live empowered...2025-02-2044 min
Who's The Baddie?Titanic (1997) w/ Sonni Abatta Matt, Tyler and Chris welcome to the studio host of the We Gotta Talk podcast, Sonni Abatta and together they discuss the 1997 romantic drama disaster epic Titanic! They break down the movie from the POV of Cal Hockley (Billy Zane), they discuss the Leo Dio Effect on the psyches of 90's girls, Matt's immediate distaste for this movie, Jack Dawson's status as a vagabond who hangs out with ne'er-do-wells, and of course they have to ask ultimately, who is the baddie? You can email the show your thoughts on Titanic at whosthebaddiepodcast@gmail.com! 2025-02-121h 24
Going The DistanceSay When! Career Shifts & Collective Strength with Sonni AbattaSometimes success means walking away. On this episode of Going the Distance, Jill Beck interviews Sonni Abatta, a former newscaster turned podcaster, about her journey in journalism, the challenges she faced, and her current work in media. They discuss the importance of local news, the impact of social media on news consumption, and the need for empowerment through understanding different perspectives. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of women in the workplace and the importance of supporting one another. Jill talks about her past working in tech and touches on the nuances of professionalism in the workplace, the...2024-10-2352 min
The Business of Benefits Podcast30. Is Your Business Speaking the Right Marketing Language? With Award-Winning Journalist, Sonni AbattaTired of the same old business advice that fails to address the real challenges you face? In this episode of Ethos Effect, award-winning journalist and former TV news anchor Sonni Abatta joins hosts Donovan and Chelsea Ryckis to discuss the importance of effective media strategies for businesses in today's complex landscape.From navigating the ever-changing world of social media to crafting compelling messages for live events, Sonni shares her extensive experience and insights on how businesses can attract attention and customers in an authentic and engaging way. The conversation also delves into the personal challenges and growth opportunities...2024-08-0844 min
Dear FoundHer...Building a Second Career Out of the Success of Your First, with Sonni Abatta, Founder of We Gotta Talk“Something actually changed me at 40. And I was like, you know what, I’m done not believing in myself. I’m done thinking other people are doing it better. I’m done watching everyone’s progress more than mine," declares Sonni Abatta. In this episode, she shares her inspiring transformation from Emmy-nominated journalist to the creator of the podcast “We Gotta Talk.” Sonni’s shift from a 15-year news career to content creator was fueled by her desire to balance career and family life and her passion for facilitating meaningful conversations.Sonni’s platform includes diverse topics, from news...2024-06-2042 min
FML TalkMedia, Motherhood and F%cking Perspective with Sonni AbattaThis week, Gabrielle and the incredible Sonni Abatta dive into the wild f%cking kaleidoscope of motherhood in today's polarized media world. Emmy-nominated journalist and mother of three, Sonni Abatta, offers up some candid and honest insights into what she’s learned from 15 years of interviewing people from all walks of life and how the most difficult f%cking thing is often just trying to stay untriggered in the face of opposition. Sonni shares some refreshing perspectives and advice that she’s learned on the job and reminds us that stepping outside your comfort zone, both in your career and...2024-05-2940 min
TIQUE Talks69. How To Successfully Navigate Difficult Conversations with Sonni AbattaWhether in the travel industry or any other field, conflicts and disagreements are inevitable. However, it is how we approach these conversations that can make all the difference. Sonni Abatta, an award-winning TV news anchor with over 20 years of experience in media, joins this episode to discuss political savviness and how to navigate difficult conversations with tact and grace.
Sonni’s extensive experience in journalism and her ability to confront hard topics head-on while maintaining diplomacy and respect make her a valuable resource for understanding the art of diplomacy. Whether it's managing client expectations or deal...2024-04-0252 min
Invest The Difference93. The Media and the Mind: Sonni Abatta on the Psychological Toll of News ReportingAre you ready to dive deep into the heart of life's transitions and the media's impact on our psyche? In this riveting episode with Sonni Abatta, we pull back the curtain on a former TV journalist's journey through the high-stakes world of news reporting to the challenging yet fulfilling path of motherhood and podcasting. Sonni's story is one of courage and curiosity, challenging societal expectations and daring to redefine success on her own terms.Join us as we tackle the gritty reality of the psychological toll of reporting on dark news, while also grappling with the societal pressure...2024-02-2655 min
The Confident Woman PodcastWe Gotta Talk with Sonni AbattaIn this episode, Rachel Brooks is joined Sonni Abatta, an Emmy-nominated & AP Award-winning journalist with 15 years of experience as a TV anchor and Reporter, Lifestyle & Mommy Blogger, and Host of the Podcast We Gotta Talk, Sonni takes us through her transition from traditional TV news to the constantly evolving digital space, shedding light on how this journey has enriched her perspective on delivering impactful content and building deep connections with her audience.Together, they discuss:Sonni's career transition from TV news to digital spaceThe fluid concept of work-life balanceThe significance of respectful discourse, even with differing...2024-02-2143 min
EmotionAL Support with Alessandra TorresaniUnlocking Your Emotional Resilience: Insights from Emmy-Nominated Journalist Sonni AbattaJoin Emmy-nominated journalist Sonni Abatta on a journey to explore emotional resilience and balance in the modern world. In this episode of EmotionAL Support, Sonni shares her unique perspective as a former TV anchor turned podcast host, wife, and mother of three. Get ready for an insightful conversation that will challenge your thinking and empower you to navigate life's ups and downs with grace and authenticity. Tune in now and discover how to embrace your multitudes and thrive in every aspect of your life!
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Confessions of A Wannabe It GirlTigger Alert! How To Handle the Media Madness We Live in With Sonni AbattaJoin me on a journey with Emmy-nominee Sonni Abatta as we unravel the media's influence! Get ready to challenge beliefs and embrace growth in this convo that dives deep into the power of media to 'trigger' us. This isn't just talk; it's a toolkit for building mental resilience in the digital age. Tune in to this lesson in learn to navigate personal beliefs in the public realm! From a neutral journalist to a media figure, Sonni shares her journey expressing stances amidst diverse perspectives. We break down cancel culture and dive into the difference between accountability and respectful, constructive conv...2024-02-0640 min
Becoming: HER with Nikki Spoelstra125. How to Handle the Heated Topics with Sonni AbattaWelcome back, my friends! I am SO excited about this episode with Sonni Abatta. She is the host of the podcast We Gotta Talk, as well as an Emmy-nominated and AP award-winning journalist. Sonni is a true connoisseur of the art of staying untriggered in our media-dense world while upholding her simple yet powerful mantra, "Real Talk, Big Topics.” Tune in as we will be diving into some of the “Real Talk, Big Topics.”In this episode… The Second Amendment How to talk to your kids about school shootingsGun controlCheat-proofing your marriage Getting outside of...2023-11-2149 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women270: We are Living and Dying at the Same Time, with EndWell Founder Dr. Shoshana UngerleiderThis week we are diving into one topic that we all try to avoid even thinking about—death.
I remember when I was a kid, lying in bed as my mom would tuck me in… and even then--ever the anxiety queen--saying to her, “Mom, I don't want you to die! What even happens when you die?!” And she would say, “Sonni, death is a part of life.”
For my 5-, 6-year-old brain, that was a big statement to process, but I knew it was true. That simplest of explanations about death really is the most essential on...2023-11-1542 min
Skin AnarchyBehind the Scenes with Emmy-Nominated Journalist Sonni Abatta: From News to SkincareLet’s ChatIn an enlightening conversation with Sonni Abatta, four-time Emmy nominee and AP award-winning journalist, we journey through the labyrinth of traditional media to the ever-evolving digital space. Sonni shares her compelling story, detailing her transition into podcast hosting, her coverage of high-profile trials and her quiet, observant childhood that shaped the curious and accomplished journalist she is today. Her thoughtful insights on the importance of curiosity, understanding, and active listening in interviewing will not only inspire you but will also redefine how you perceive the art of conversation.Navigating the tumultuous sea of...2023-11-0837 min
The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg“I would cry every night!” When your career is hurting your marriage + how to grow your newsletter & sponsorships | Sonni Abatta & Lindsay PinchukWhat happens when you love your career but your relationship is suffering? And you feel like you’re missing the important moments in your kids’ lives? TV anchor Sonni Abatta shares when she knew it was time to leave her high-profile anchor job that she ‘loved’, how her job was hurting her marriage, how she’s earning money now via different income streams like lifestyle blogging & podcasting and has great tips on how to figure out what you want to do next. And her bodily reaction to someone asking her if she would return to a full-time 'job.' Then Linds...2022-08-3137 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women195: Demystifying Dinner: Laney Schwartz of Life is But a Dish is Here to Save Us All with Easy, Everyday Recipes***Scroll down for DISCOUNT CODE!***
How many times a week do you ask the question, "What should I make for dinner?"
For anyone who wants to eat healthy AND keep it simple, Laney Schwartz is here to save us.
Food blogger and founder of Life is But a Dish, Laney offers up some simple tips to get inspired to cook, why it DOESN'T have to be hard to make a nightly meal for the kids, and tells us the specific pantry and refrigerator staples we need to always have something on hand for...2022-08-1842 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenWGT Reboot: Raging Moderates, with Taylor Ferber, Host of Cancel Me, Baby!PREVIOUSLY RECORDED: In this episode of WGT, Sonni and return guest Taylor Ferber intended to catch up celebrity gossip, but end up talking mainly about why vaginas complicate conversations and why Harry Styles is so inexplicably sexy even in a pussy-bow blouse.
Taylor taps into her experience in entertainment journalism (she’s been published in USA Today, Huffington Post and NY Magazine and more) to let us know why she predicts it's going to be a hot-button year in both Hollywood and the rest of the world.
We also talk about what it’s like livi...2022-08-0854 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women186: Introducing The Roe SeriesOver the next several weeks, I'll be sharing interviews about the Dobbs ruling--a decision by the Supreme Court that rules there is no constitutionally-protected right to abortion for American women--reversing decades of what was seen as progress toward bodily autonomy and freedom to make personal healthcare decisions for women.
This ruling has sparked intense debate across America.
To note: It will not impact abortion access in all states; essentially it gives state the right to determine their own set of laws as to when and if women can get access abortion care. But it...2022-07-0606 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women184: Hot Divorced Mom Summer with Andrea RappaportHost of How Not to Suck at Divorce, Andrea Rappaport, talks with me about what it’s like overcoming a difficult divorce to be reborn as your baddest self. She gets vulnerable about surviving divorce and then we talk what it means to have a true Hot (Divorced) Mom Summer. Follow Andrea on IG @theandrearappaport and Sonni @sonniabatta!2022-06-221h 13
That's Total Mom SenseSonni Abatta: Pivoting from TV to PodcastsYou know what’s been a saving grace for me? Making friends while in isolation due to the pandemic. It’s safe to say I have 10x more friends and connections in my network that I haven’t met in person, but have established meaningful relationships with. People I can Zoom with or text and are ever ready to be there, and I am for them too.One such friend is living a parallel life which makes our connection and understanding of one another that much stronger. We’re both television personalities and now podcasters, moms of 3, communit...2021-12-2336 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women159: Do You Take Discover??In this solo episode, Sonni deep dives on daily news headlines—including your thoughtful responses on IG about discussions on school officials potentially being held accountable in the Michigan school shooting—to Prince Harry’s daddy drama; becoming a dance mom; Elf on the Mother-bleepin-Shelf; why cable news will rot your brain; Khloe’s need to move on from Tristan T and more. Then we've got skin care gadget talk; why every grown woman needs a College Credit Card to hide her purchases; the wacky things I buy with my limited podcast money ("Sh** That I Buy that Andrew Says Why...2021-12-0834 min
Meredyth with a WhySonni Abatta: WE GOTTA TALK!There is always MORE to the story! That’s one thing that we have to keep in mind as we watch the ever-changing news cycle that is constantly spitting out new stories. Sonni Abatta is a 15-year veteran of the TV news industry and a diehard oversharer. In this episode, Sonni and I talk about the dangers of a reactive press, her career in TV news and why you need to expose yourself to news from all sources. What’s in this episode: Why she started her podcast, We Gotta Talk Why y...2021-09-1449 min
The Jayme Starr PodcastIt's Always Sunny with Sonni AbattaSonni Abatta is a journalist and host with years of experience in the field. Abatta has worked as a local news anchor in Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Florida. Currently she hosts a podcast and Facebook show called, We Gotta Talk where she sits down with all different kinds of people and talks about/with people who truly have a passion for what they do. In this episode, hear all about Abatta's love for the journalism profession and how she hopes to maybe expand her love for her podcast and much more in the future.
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Support this podcast...2021-08-3123 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women135: The Only Parenting Expert You Need to Hear. L.R. Knost's First Podcast Interview all About Gentle Parenting; Lessons from Being a Young Mom; and Why "Co-Humaning" Beats "Parenting" Any Day***Re-release of the most popular episode of We Gotta Talk ever!***
If you're a mom who's been awake with your child after midnight, mindlessly scrolling IG (read: EVERY MOM), you have no doubt read the incredible, amazing, searingly-beautiful words of today’s podcast guest.
Her quotes go viral, get pinned thousands upon thousands of times, but most importantly, her tips and tactics on parenting can really, truly change the way you approach raising your own tiny humans.
L.R. Knost is a best-selling author whose work and writings on gentle parenting have impacted co...2021-08-051h 10We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women131: What Happens When We Die? A Live Reading and Talk About the Afterlife with "Psychic Rebel" Colby RebelWhat happens after we die? How do we get in touch with loved ones who have passed? Do we have “soul contracts”—things we are destined to do in this life? Do we all have intuitive or psychic powers?
In this episode of We Gotta Talk, "psychic rebel" Colby Rebel and I dive into all that and more! She also does a live reading where we connect with two spirits coming through and it's scary accurate.
Do you believe in spirits? You will after this!
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The Mavens of MarketingEpisode #14 Sonni Abatta"We're in a era now of change...where we should be reflecting" and sometimes not taking a stand, IS taking a stand. Digital Talk & Podcast host Sonni Abatta joins the Mavens in discussing story telling, and how being authentic to yourself and your following can boost your personal and professional brandSonniTwitter: https://twitter.com/SonniAbatta Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonniabatta/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonni.abatta LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonniabatta/Contact Us: http://www.paradigm-md.com https://kerrybarrettconsulting.com/2021-06-2333 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women128: Reclaiming Your Feminine Energy, with The Feminine FreedomIn this episode, the founder of @theFeminineFreedom talks with me about what feminine energy is; how we all have both masculine and feminine energy; how to own your own personal energy blend and more. Barbara schools Sonni on why being productive and focused needs to be balanced with being present, creative and sensual. Follow @thefemininefreedom and @sonniabatta on IG for more.2021-06-231h 03
the kozēkozē podcast235. We Gotta Talk with Sonni AbattaAfter being a TV News Anchor for 15 years, Sonni Abatta discusses what it is that pushed her to follow her intuition and launch a podcast. As Garrett and Sonni have many commonalities, they dive deeper into the balance that it takes to be a working mother and keep themselves inspired as hosts. Sonni's curiosity and ability to identify values in her life and her podcast allow her to continue pushing herself as not only a host but also a mother.
“When energy has no place to go, or when it’s constrained or otherwise unprocessed it can liter...2021-05-121h 09We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women121: WE GOTTA TALK... Real Mom Sh*t. A Funny Look at Motherhood with the Ladies of Momtourage and Andrea RappaportHey mamas?…. This show is all about you! The good, the bad, and the crazy parts of motherhood.
You've laughed, you've cried, you've loved, you've locked yourself in the bathroom and it's all part of being Mom.
You’re an expert Sibling Peacemaker. An hourly Snack Maker. A Finder of the Missing Blankie. A paragon of peace when your preteen is driving you absolutely NUTS.
Which is why we have three hilarious moms joining the show to talk about the Real Mom Sh*t!
You'll hear from Sonni, the Momtourage Podcast Host...2021-05-061h 06We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women120: WE GOTTA TALK... KNOWING YOUR WORTH. Negotiate a Raise, Lead with Your Feminine Energy, and Command the Board Room with Guest Joanna Lovering, from Copper + RiseLots of women face challenges around presence--how you present yourself to the world. That can look like playing small or underestimating yourself in relationships, at work... you name it!
The reason women do this? Because no one ever told them that PRESENCE matters!
Enter the dynamic Joanna Lovering, an executive presence coach, who is joining the show to help you build confidence in how you speak, how you act, and how you look.
Essentially, how to become more YOU through recognizing your true worth and value!
To work with Joanna click...2021-04-291h 02We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women117: WE GOTTA TALK... HORMONES AND SKIN. Board-Certified Dermatologist and Renowned Expert Dr. Zenovia Talks Inflammaging, the Factors to Glowing Skin and MoreHormones have a huge impact on our skin’s health throughout life’s various stages. I dealt with hormonal adult acne in my 20’s and enlarged pores and a general increase in skin laxity in my 30’s.
I’m not alone, 80% of women suffer from health issues like acne and aging due to hormonal imbalances.
Enter Dr. Zenovia and her skincare line! She joins the show this week to share her 360 holistic perspective, including hormonal balance for healthier skin at every stage of life.
She’ll explain the hormonal connection to our skin, how our pore...2021-04-0852 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women101: WE GOTTA TALK… MONEY. Getting Your Mindset Right to Earn Big in 2021Ever wonder why it’s so hard to save money? And where do you even start?
I never thought about this before, but it turns out your mindset can drive your ability to save money. That's where a financial therapist comes in--essentially guiding you where and how to save, and how to break bad patterns when it comes to your relationship with money.
Get your mindset right with Wendy Wright, LMFT, CEDS, CEIC, Financial Therapist and Certified Financial RecoveryTM Counselor [CFRC] who is also a psychotherapist and consultant based in Denver, CO. She offers financial co...2021-01-1448 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women97: WE GOTTA TALK... MIND READING AND INTUITION. The Magic Mentalist, Michael Gutenplan, Teaches Us the Power of Intuition, and How to Read MindsHe read our MINDS but actually, we read HIS mind! The Magic Mentalist, was AMAZING! You'll hear a bit of Michael Gutenplan's show at the beginning of the episode with our live guests.
Sonni then chats with the third generation psychic, mentalist and magician about the REAL secret to mind reading and mentalism. Everything Michael does is REAL and you'll discover why Michael's show is actually about you unlocking your psychic potential.
He may even inspire you to discover your own superpower!
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Suburban FolkPARENTING - Balancing Work and Parenting with Sonni AbattaMy guest Sonni Abatta. She is the host of We've Gotta Talk with Sonni, a podcast, talk show and blog. We talk about her transition from a television news personality to her current career. The primary factors for her decision center around family and health considerations. We discuss how corporations can help accommodate new mothers and how people can stay aware of their relationships and health to know when change is needed. We end with thoughts on screen time and how to handle family with different political opinions.To check out Sonni or her show, visit: https://www.w...2020-12-1451 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women89: WE GOTTA TALK... Pelvic Floor Health. This is Why You Pee When You Sneeze! with Pelvic Floor Therapist Marina CastellanosDo you pee when you sneeze? Or maybe when you do jumping jacks? How about when you have a coughing fit? Well sister, you are NOT ALONE!
Pelvic floor health is one of the FIRST things to go as we age, and especially after we have kids, and it’s an often-ignored part of our overall wellness.
We break down all the functions of our pelvic floor health, what it is really connected to, and how to make things better.
Join me for an honest conversation on our bodies with master of physical th...2020-10-2240 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women88: WE GOTTA TALK... Is Porn Cheating? This Man Helps Couples Rebuild after Pornography Addiction, with licensed therapist Sam TielemansIs pornography ruining relationships and our teenagers' ideas of what sex is?
On this week's episode of We Gotta Talk, licensed therapist Sam Tielemans of Healing Couples Solution, who specializes in pornography addiction and its impact on relationships, is here to dig deep on this touchy topic:
* How can you tell if there’s a problem in your relationship?
* Is porn considered cheating?
* How do you set healthy boundaries around porn?
* Is sex addiction real?
* What is considered an “addiction” to porn?
* How to...2020-10-1548 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women86: WE GOTTA TALK... Proactive Health. Can You Prevent Cancer and Disease? Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Olga Ivanov on What to Test and Do Starting NOWThis is a GOOD ONE because I know so many of you, like me, want to know actionable things we can do to improve our health.
Gone are the days when we see a doctor once a year and hope for the best in between appointments.
Now, with a plethora of testing, supplementation and lifestyle options, we can take charge of our own health like never before.
That's why this week's topic, PROACTIVE HEALTH, is so good. Our guest, Dr. Olga Ivanov, an oncologist and owner of The IV Lounge, is here to...2020-10-011h 06We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenBONUS: WE GOTTA TALK... Entrepreneurship. How to Launch, Pivot & Why We All Need a Career Shift Sometimes, with Sam Jayanti of IdeamixI call them "second chapters." Reinventions. Pivots. Career changes or shifts.
They're brought on by all sorts of life experiences, but the reason behind them is usually the same: Many of us experience life events that force us to reconsider how we earn our living, or funnel our passions.
After stumbling across Ideamix online a few months back, I was struck by the ingenuity of a group dedicated to doing just that--helping people not only realize their passions, but put them into action in practical ways. Building a business isn't easy, but it can be...2020-09-2649 minWe Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women84: WE GOTTA TALK... Mom Friends. We Need Them, but Da** They Can Be HARD to Find. How to Make Mom Friends, with Ashley Hearon-Smith & Keri Setaro of Momtourage PodcastWe gotta talk... about how to find mom friends! It's not easy, but mom friends are crucial to surviving and thriving in parenthood. Ashley Hearon-Smith and Keri Setaro of the Momtourage Podcast, join Sonni Abatta to dig deep on the topic.
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2020-09-1759 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women83: MOM HAPPY HOUR! Cross-Country Move w/ a Toddler During COVID, Husbands Hate IG & MoreWell here we are! The last episode of 30 Something before this show transitions over to the new name, We Gotta Talk with Sonni, and it's AMAZING.
Dana is a childhood friend and in this ep we go on a trip down memory lane of all things being 80s/90s kids, growing up in Pittsburgh, her work at Triller, her recent cross-country move with a kid during quarantine, and her journey as a mom to a toddler recently diagnosed with autism. It's a fun and an emotional ride, and I know you'll love it!
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We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women82: BIG CHANGES to the Pod, Kids Back to School & Quick Gossip RoundupIn this solo episode, I'm telling you for the first time about some BIG changes set to happen with 30 Something! We're EVOLVING, PEOPLE!!! New name, new mission, and even JUICIER topics are coming your way! Get your first listen here!
Also, a roundup of how sending the kids back to school went (spoiler alert: LOTS OF TEARS... mainly all mine), and a quick roundup of Hollywood gossip because, why the heck not.
Let's dive in!
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...and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!2020-08-3124 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women81: People's Steve Helling on Royal Gossip, Hollywood & True CrimeSweet Jesus do we need some LEVITY these days, am I right? This week’s episode is ready to deliver!
Steve Helling is a the senior crime reporter at People Magazine, but he also covers the celebrity beat quite a bit, and this episode is all about unplugging, letting go of our worries and just going in hard on some old-fashioned GOSSIP. Are you ready?! I am! We talk SO much, but here are a few things we hit:
* Royal gossip and what Harry is really like
* His best and worst celebrity encounters
* The trip he took with Brad and An...2020-08-241h 01
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women80: Good Skin Needs Good Sleep, with Bynacht Founder Jessica HoyerAre you ready to geek out on skin care talk?! 'Cause I AM!!!
This week’s episode is with the founder of Bynacht skincare, Jessica Hoyer. Translated from German, “by nacht” means “by night,” and that’s the mantra behind this line, which features products that harness your skin’s own regenerative powers that peak while you’re sleeping. I’m not kidding when I say I COVER myself in their Perfect Night Sleeping Balm at night (I leave a jar in my nightstand), and I’m also a convert to their new product, the Reverse Sun Radical Recovery Serum. We get into what mak...2020-08-121h 18
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women79: Back to School or No? How to Decide the Impossible Question with Michelle Tichy, PhD“Should I send my kids back to school?” How many times have you asked yourself that question in the past month? It feels like an IMPOSSIBLE decision to make for many parents, and today I’m here to help! I have educational psychologist Dr. Michelle Tichy on the show, weighing the pros and cons of sending kids back to school face-to-face, or going virtual.
Whatever you choose, we see and support you! Hope the great information that Michelle has helps to guide you.
We talk:
+ Why states are pushing for back to school in the middle of a pandemic in the fi...2020-08-051h 12
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women78: Female Friendships are the Best, and the Hardest, with Therapist Niro FelicianoToday’s episode is all about FEMALE FRIENDSHIPS. You know, the relationships that save your damn soul, and also can be the most challenging and complicated relationships ever. My fave, cognitive psychotherapist Niro Feliciano, is back, digging into this juicy topic with me, and we go deep on all things friendship. We talk:
+ Why female friendships are so important
+ Why they’re different from relationships with men in our lives
+ Why female friendships are so complicated
+ How to tell if you’re in a toxic friendship
+ Little ways you can make yourself a better friend
+ The “culture of vulnerability” on which so m...2020-07-2955 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women77: Alicia Kozak Survived a Nightmare; Now She Wants to Help Protect Your KidsThis episode is essential. And I don’t say that lightly.
The first thing you need to know about Alicia Kozakiewicz—or Alicia Kozak—is that she’s a survivor. A badass. A woman who lived through a literal nightmare, who now uses her experience to educate and protect children everywhere.
Alicia’s story is one of overcoming—overcoming the most intense trauma you can imagine.
You’ll hear Alicia tell her story in great detail in this podcast, but here are the basics: As a 12-year-old girl living in suburban Pittsburgh, Alicia began talking online to someone she thought was her own ag...2020-07-221h 26
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women76: Gut Health 101 (& a MUST-KNOW Tip for C-Section Mamas), with Anjali Pati of Kashaya ProbioticsYeah yeah, you already know all about WHY probiotics are so important. But did you know that there is a specific time you should take them in relation to your meal, and what you should avoid eating right after? And that there is a difference between liquids and capsules?
I'm so excited about this episode with Anjali Pati, founder and chief brain behind Kashaya Probiotics. Anjali used her education in naturopathic medicine to create Kashaya, which is a truly unique version of a probiotic supplement.
Made with organic coconut milk and a proprietary blend of human-derived, good bacteria strains, that...2020-07-0927 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women75: An Honest Conversation About Race, with Secily Wilson and Darrell ButlerThe conversation about race in America continues; you know why? Because it NEEDS to. To do better, it's important we talk... and talk some more. Although we will make mistakes again and again, we must keep the conversations and the questions going.
On that note, this week's episode is all about having the tough talks that I hope will help propel us forward.
Secily Wilson is a freelance journalist and non-profit owner of WOW, Women Overcoming with Willpower; and Darrell Butler is the CEO of Butler Innovations, which specializes in diversity inclusion, empowerment and work-life integration strategies.
We talk:
+ Their...2020-07-011h 03
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women74, QUICK HIT: How to Master Intuitive Eating, with Shanna Windle of Shine WellnessIn this quick episode, Shanna Windle from Shine Wellness and I talk about how to master intuitive eating. Take this simple step to become more in tune with VISCERAL INTELLIGENCE, and learn how to feed your body with both what it wants and needs.
More Shanna:
IG @Shine_Wellness
www.shinewellness.org
More Me:
IG @SonniAbatta
www.Sonni.e2020-06-2406 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women73: SOUL Sustenance! Being an Empath & Healing Emotional Pain w/ Shanna Windle, Shine WellnessMy friends, this episode is happening at the PERFECT TIME! And I truly, wholeheartedly cannot WAIT for you all to listen.
We are all in need of a little spiritual wisdom these days, right? Well this episode is going to FEED YOUR SOUL.
Shanna Windle is a holistic wellness coach and certified hypnotherapist, as well as the founder of Shine Wellness, and in this episode of 30 Something with Sonni we are digging deep. We discuss:
+ What it’s like to be an empath in this crazy world
+ Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT)
+ Dealing with childhood trauma
+ Honoring your inner child
+ Living fr...2020-06-1849 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 72: SkinOwl's Annie Tevelin on Why You Gotta be REAL About MotherhoodIn Part Two of my interview with the awesome Annie Tevelin, we dig into her motherhood journey, the struggles with getting pregnant and the joys/craziness of raising kids, and why she always keeps it REAL when she's talking about motherhood on social media.
Follow Annie @SkinOwl and @offtherecordwithyou, and check out her products at www.skinowl.com.
Follow me @SonniAbatta, and don't forget to check out the latest beauty and life posts on www.Sonni.me.
Enjoy!
PART ONE Annie Interview HERE:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-70-annie-tevelin-from-skinowl-on-life-in-la-beating/id1441586631?i=10004760530382020-06-1132 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 71: Dear Fellow White Folks... Let's Talk.It is vital to have difficult conversations right now. There is much work to do, much self-reflection and hopefully, much improvement. Please, let's grow TOGETHER, friends. Hear me out.
Info on all IG accounts to follow and causes to donate HERE. [Sorry, can't direct link so just follow this through and scroll down, and they're all there!]
https://sonniabatta.com/white-start-here-to-start-doing-better/
Community Bail Fund:
www.communitybailfund.org2020-06-0425 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 70: Annie Tevelin from SkinOwl on Life in LA, Beating Cystic Acne & The Tools Worth Your MoneyAnnie Tevelin is the founder of SkinOwl, a skin care brand of natural and powerful products that was built and formulated from Annie’s own struggle with cystic acne. Annie started as a professional makeup artist on the set of music videos, red carpets, she was even a member of Lancome’s pro artistry team… but it was her own battle with cystic acne that led to the birth of Skin Owl, a line with products that truly address acne from a natural but effective approach. She enrolled into UCLA’s cosmetic chemistry program, and the rest is history!
Annie is also...2020-05-2845 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 69: A Budget Skincare Routine for Your 30's--Effective and Affordable!It's a quick one today, friends! Nicole on Instagram asked about an affordable skin care routine for women in their 30's. Here are my rec's!
Products mentioned:
CLEANSERS:
Drunk Elephant No. 9 Beste Gel Cleanser: https://shopstyle.it/l/bhNhh
Fresh Soy Cleanser: https://shopstyle.it/l/bhNh7
CeraVe Cleanser: https://shopstyle.it/l/bhNih
TONER:
Pixi Glow Tonic: https://shopstyle.it/l/bhNhf
DAYTIME MOISTURIZER W/ SPF:
Versed Guards Up Mineral SPF 35: https://bit.ly/2LNacdt
NIGHT CREAM WITH RETINOL:
Olay Regenerist Retinol: https://shopstyle.it/l/bhNjj
RoC Retinol: https://shopstyle.it/l/bhNjp
NIGHT CREAM WITHOUT RETINOL:
CeraVe...2020-05-2116 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 68: Entrepreneurship and Motherhood DO Go Together, Just Ask Majesta PattersonWorking from home lately, or wanting to start your own venture? This is the episode for you!
Majesta Patterson is a business mentor and the host of the podcast “Real Talk with Biz Moms.” Her work online and on her podcast empowers women to build their own companies while raising families. As head of the Biz Moms Collective, she believes that entrepreneurship and motherhood doesn’t have to be so isolating.
Majesta started as a wedding photographer, and she now brings the lessons she learned as an entrepreneur to a community of women she helps to coach and mentor, with the go...2020-05-1449 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 67: Jessica Rolph from Lovevery on Being a Successful Founder Twice, & Helping Babies GrowJessica has long inhabited the baby and children’s products space. As co-founding partner of the organic baby food company Happy Baby, she helped to bring organic, ready-to-eat food options to families everywhere. Inspired by her interest in the developmental stages of babies and toddlers, she went on to found Lovevery, a company that curates subscription boxes that cater to the different developmental stages of children, from infant through the toddler years. Their motto is “playtime with purpose,” and all of Lovevery’s boxes are curated to cater to the milestones your child is approaching at any given stage. As you’ll h...2020-05-0640 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 66 QUICK HIT: Is Sex Addiction a Real Thing? Addiction Coach Katie Grimes Breaks It DownIs sex addiction a real thing? I mean, let’s be honest… You’ve thought it before: “Sex addict is just another term for a guy who can’t keep it in his pants.” Or is it?
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This week’s episode is a QUICK HIT on this controversial topic with love and sex addiction coach, and host of the Anything for Love podcast, Katie Grimes. She tells us why sex addiction is real, how to spot it, and how it can be treated.
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Follow Katie on IG @kg.katiegrimes, and follow me @SonniAbatta.
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And don’t forget, daily stories and posts on www.Son2020-04-2906 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 65: Cloud Water Brands CEO Marc Siden on Changing Careers and What Makes a Brand WorkMarc Siden is co-founder and CEO of Cloud Water Brands, a line that manufactures CBD-infused, gourmet-flavored sparkling beverages, and a drink that I legitimately have had almost every day during this lockdown to help curb my anxiety. The flavor profiles are gourmet and delicious, and the result is well, just what I need around 2pm when I’ve been “home schooling” all day. I’m not kidding… I’m obsessed with this drink.
In this episode Marc and I dive into Cloud Water as a brand, as well as so much more that entrepreneurs and anyone else considering a career pivot will w...2020-04-2240 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 64: Love in Lockdown, Part 2. All YOUR Relationship Q's Answered, w/ Therapist Niro Feliciano!In Part Two of my Love in Lockdown Series, we are answering YOUR questions! A couple weeks back, so many of you fabulous people submitted questions for today’s guest on how to survive love in lockdown. Whether it’s relationships with your spouse, partner or kids, we are covering it all with cognitive psychotherapist Niro Feliciano.
Niro has been in private practice for over 15 years and has been featured in media such as NBC.com, Today.com and Parents Magazine, and today she is here to answer these questions and more:
+ My partner is annoying the SHIT out of me...2020-04-1556 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 63: Love in Lockdown, Part 1. How to NOT Murder Your Partner in Quarantine, with Sarah RiceAaaah, the sweet solace of being locked under the same roof with your partner for... MONTHS ON END.
Many of us are spending a whole lot more time around our partners now that we are self-quarantining during the pandemic, and a funny thing is starting to happen... We are getting super annoyed at the people that are locked down with us.
No, there's nothing wrong with you that's making you feel this way. The fact is, this is a difficult period for many people's relationships. That's why Sarah Rice is here to help!
Sarah is currently pursuing a Masters Degree...2020-04-0842 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 62: The ABC's of CBD... CBD for Anxiety with Dr. Joseph Rosado, MDFeeling anxious these days? Okay... stupid question. TONS of us are feeling the stress and strain of the quarantine, and the worry about the coronavirus outbreak. What better time to look into the powers of CBD than now?
Today’s episode features medical doctor and author Joseph Rosado, who is a medical cannabis expert and educator, and author of the book, “Hope & Healing: A Case for Cannabis.”
In this episode we talk:
+ How CBD works
+ Why CBD doesn’t get you high
+ How to read a label and why purity matters with CBD
+ The dosage level to start off taking if you’r...2020-04-0133 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 61: Boosting Your Immune System and Lowering Anxiety during COVID w/ Dr. Brooke StuartIntegrative doctor Dr. Brooke Stuart and I talk about the best supplements to keep your immune system strong during the coronavirus outbreak, as well as mantras to repeat to yourself to deal with increased anxiety during the pandemic.
Notes on What We Discussed:
Mantras/Strategies for Relaxation and De-Stressing:
+ Connect with your heart by simply placing your hands over it for 3 min./a day and as needed (to interrupt patterns and rewire the nervous system) while repeating the presence affirmation: "I choose to return to the present moment and be here, now, where I belong, connected and receptive to myself...2020-03-2752 min
Atomic MomsSocial Distancing, Extreme Family Time, and Final Moments of Freedom | Internet Mom Friends Sonni Abatta and Ellie Knaus#250 • Who else needs a girlfriend call right about now? It's Day #6 of our Sztykiel family quarantine. It’s just been me, my handsome, funny immunocompromised husband Adam, and our preschooler and kindergartner at home. Am I losing it? A little. Is my germophobia through the roof? Absolutely. But hey! Reporter turned social media rockstar, blogger, and mother of 3 Sonni Abatta asked me to share some calmness and positivity on her podcast 30 Something with Sonni Abatta. Did I do that? Not really. BUT we did have a great time commiserating over the insanity that has wreaked havoc on our family life...2020-03-2058 min
Atomic MomsSocial Distancing, Extreme Family Time, and Final Moments of Freedom | Internet Mom Friends Sonni Abatta and Ellie Knaus#250 • Who else needs a girlfriend call right about now? It's Day #6 of our Sztykiel family quarantine. It’s just been me, my handsome, funny immunocompromised husband Adam, and our preschooler and kindergartner at home. Am I losing it? A little. Is my germophobia through the roof? Absolutely. But hey! Reporter turned social media rockstar, blogger, and mother of 3 Sonni Abatta asked me to share some calmness and positivity on her podcast 30 Something with Sonni Abatta. Did I do that? Not really. BUT we did have a great time commiserating over the insanity that has wreaked havoc on our family life...2020-03-2058 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 60: Come Social Distance with Us! Mom Happy Hour with Ellie Knaus from Atomic MomsThe self isolation is REAL, y'all... but it's not all that bad when you've got awesome buds to check in with!
I've been a fan of the Atomic Moms podcast for years, and this week I'm so happy to welcome the host, Ellie Knaus to my show. Ellie and family are based in California and, just like the rest of us, are in the midst of self-quarantining... with young kids... which is a recipe for HOLY HELL THIS IS HARD.
And yet! Ellie and her crew are making the best of it! Come hang out with us for a bit...2020-03-191h 04
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 59: Coronavirus 101 for Parents, with PA Elizabeth SirollyEp 59: Coronavirus 101 for Parents, with PA Elizabeth Sirolly by Sonni Abatta2020-03-1425 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 58: Sex and Love Addiction Coach Katie Grimes is Here to Save You from YourselfNeed to break a bad habit? Looking for a partner but feeling like you’re hitting a wall? And most of all, why is it SO hard to find real love?
This week’s episode is with love addiction coach and host of the podcast "Anything for Love," Katie Grimes. A self-described Sex, love and fantasy addict, Katie took her own struggles and experiences with relationships and turned them into a major life lesson and career, now helping other women.
We cover things like:
+ Are you a love addict, and what is love addiction, anyway?
+ Her experience in going from bein...2020-03-1050 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 57: Traveling with Young Kids is FUN... and Embarrassing Myself in Front of Rachel HollisWe just got back from Park City with the 3 kids and it was super fun. Also we probably scared the entire plane away from having kids. Also also... I'm super awkward when I meet famous people. Rachel Hollis, sorry I'm a giant dork.2020-03-0327 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 56: Re-Think the Way You Clean with Branch Basics Co-Founder Allison EvansAllison Evans is the co-founder of the (truly clean) cleaning and house care brand, Branch Basics. I've been using these products to clean my house for months now, and I am in love with them. They're effective without the potential irritation of traditional cleaning products. (The multi-surface cleaner, laundry detergent and oxy powder are my faves!)
In this episode we talk:
+ The story behind the founding of Branch Basics
+ How she fixed her PCOS and health issues with lifestyle changes
+ What's in your cleaning products that you should keep an eye out for
+ Best tips for keeping clean without bad...2020-02-2644 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 55: The Woman Whose Words Move Your Soul, Author & Gentle Parenting Guru L.R. KnostY’all, I KNOW you have read the incredible, amazing, searingly-beautiful words of today’s podcast guest somewhere, somehow. Her quotes go viral, get pinned thousands upon thousands of times, but most importantly, her tips and tactics on parenting can really, truly change the way you approach raising your own tiny humans.
L.R. Knost is a best-selling author whose work and writings on gentle parenting have impacted countless parents, inspiring them to become more connected to parenting from a calmer, more encouraging and uplifting place. Her series of books (linked below) help parents to deal with the sometimes-big emotions of l...2020-02-181h 12
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 54: Hormone Expert Dr. Carrie Jones Answers YOUR Questions, Hormone Extravaganza Part TwoY'all! The Hormone Extravaganza is BAAAACK!!
In Part 2 of my interview with naturopathic doctor and hormone expert, Dr. Carrie Jones, we talked generally about hormone, thyroid and adrenal health. In this episode, we get SPECIFIC... as in, specific to the questions that YOU all submitted! Enjoy!
Here's what we cover, in order, if you want to click through:
Why do our PMS symptoms seem more intense after having kids?
What’s the real truth on the birth control pill; is it really safe to take for extended periods of time as we’ve been told by doctors?
What’s the differ...2020-02-1133 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 53: You're Not Crazy... Your Hormones Are. Hormone EXPERT Dr. Carrie Jones Saves Us AllThis is it!! I'm SO geeked to share this episode with you guys, because it is chock full of so much incredible and useful information.
Okay, raise your hand if at one point during your cycle, you have felt like a psycho hose beast. (*raises all the hands*) Your hormones could be to blame.
In this episode, I talk with renowned hormone expert and naturopathic doctor, Dr. Carrie Jones, about why and how our hormones impact us so much, especially in our 30s. There is so so so SO much good information in this episode, I can hardly stand it...2020-02-0446 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 52: Solo Ep with All My New Beauty Product and Wellness FAVORITES!Every season I switch up my product routine, so I had to share! Here are some new favorites I'm using and loving... and some catching up with Producer Nikki in this episode too!
Supplements/Wellness:
+ Prima The Daily CBD capsules
+ MaryRuth Organics Liquid Probiotic
+ MaryRuth Organics Liquid Nighttime Multimineral (magnesium, zinc, calcium, vitamin D3, vitamin C, trace minerals)
+ JuicePlus (green veggie and red fruit/veggie blends)
+ Brain MD Omega 3 Power softgels
+ Brain MD MethylFolate capsules
Skincare:
+ Beste Jelly cleanser
+ Beautycounter Countertime Essence
+ Dr. Barbara Sturm Anti-Pollution Drops
+ Iris and Romeo Best Skin Days
+ M-61 PowerGlow Peel Pads (glycolic and salicylic...2020-01-2840 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 51: Should You Sleep Train? Truths, Myths & More with Lolo Lullaby Founder Lauren WolfSLEEP TRAINING: Is it for you and your baby?
This is a topic that SO many parents wrestle with—to sleep train, or not to sleep train? In this week’s episode I talk with Lauren Wolfe, the founder of sleep consultant agency Lolo Lullaby, a sleep consulting agency that’s certified by the Family Sleep Institute. Lolo Lullaby counsels new moms and dads on how to help their babies get developmentally-appropriate, better rest.
+ How to decide if sleep training is right for you and your baby
+ When to start sleep training, if you choose to
+ The biggest myths surrounding sleep...2020-01-2148 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 50: "Bumpin'" Author Leslie Schrock Has a Whole New List of What to ExpectSo you're having a baby... or maybe just thinking of getting pregnant. Welcome to the beginning of one of life's biggest journeys! In this episode, author Leslie Schrock is here to guide you through it.
Unlike other manuals that were handed to generations of expecting women, Bumpin' is a modern guide for the modern woman, and it breaks down preconception through pregnancy and delivery with humor, warmth, and very personal anecdotes from Leslie herself.
In this episode we talk:
+ WHAT TO DO TO PREPARE FOR PREGNANCY
+ BIG PREGNANCY MILESTONES
+ "BELLY TOUCHERS" (ha!)
+ DIFFICULTY GETTING AND STAYING PREGNANT
+ BODY AND EMOTIONAL...2020-01-1459 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 49: Celebrity Fashion Stylist Melanie Pace on Wardrobe Staples, Style & Being Kind to Your BodyHAPPY 2020, FRIENDS!
The new year is here, y'all! Do you do resolutions? (I don't.) Whatever your perspective on fashion and style is, I think most of us can agree that it's a topic that confounds TONS of women. Like, what do I wear? How do I dress this different body after having kids? Do I really need trendy pieces, or are classics best?
Stylist Melanie Pace has been at the fashion game for 15 years, and has styled celebrities on down to normal folk, like myself. She's adorable, stylish (duh), and full of practical tips for getting your style game back...2020-01-061h 19
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 48: It's Holiday Break. Now What?I'm on a solo journey comin' at you LIVE from my van, like the true professional I am. In this episode it's all about the damn holiday break... and what to do with your kids. Anyone? (Bueller? Bueller??)
+ Hormone tests and why I'm getting one
+ What in HOLY HELL do you do with two weeks off school?
+ Kids' holiday recitals and why trying to find seats might be the worst thing ever
+ Celebrating the year anniversary of this podcast! (WOOT!)
+ Favorite episodes over the past year
+ What to expect next year
I'm outta steam, guys. See you next year with...2019-12-2423 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenQUICK HIT: Human Trafficking Prevention with Florida AbolitionistAs the year comes to a close, I'm highlighting interviews I've done with experts over the past 12 months that have great tips, information and inspiration.
In this quick episode, we revisit the scary topic of human trafficking, and how it impacts our kids, with Florida Abolitionist--a group whose mission it is to end what they call "modern day slavery."
Enjoy this quick hit, and I'll be back with more highlights from the past year as we wind down 2019.
For more stories, tips and pics, follow me on IG @SonniAbatta.
Featured guest IG: @FLAbolitionist2019-12-1807 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 47: Mom Happy Hour with Mom of 5 (!!!) and barre3 Owner Andi PratherYou guys loved the last installment, so here’s another Mom Happy Hour!
This time I’m talking with badass mom of 5 (WHAAAAT) Andi Prather, who’s the owner at barre3 Winter Park and an all-around badass mama. I don’t want to spoil the surprise or anything, but all I’m gonna say is, you might not trust your birth control after this one… HA!!
But seriously.. a step back. It’s so, so necessary to hear the stories of other moms, right? Raising kids, you can feel like you’re totally alone… like you’re the only one whose kid doesn’t sl...2019-12-101h 01
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 46: YOUR Skin Care & Injectables Q's Answered! Part TWO w/ Nurse Injector Tenley StarrGuys, she was such a hit that’s she’s BACK! Tenley Starr—RN, cosmetic injector, and founder of Starr Clinical Skin Care—is here to answer all the questions that YOU submitted! We got very specific in this episode, and really dial down on routines, what in-office treatments are best for specific issues, and so much more.
Here are some of the specific topics we cover:
+ Bakuchiol as a retinol alternative
+ Can you get Botox WITHOUT getting the dreaded “frozen forehead” look?
+ Botox vs. Juveau
+ Treating hyperpigmentation, & the difference between hyperpigmentation and melasma
+ Must-have products for a simple daily routine
+ Be...2019-12-0347 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 45: You're Destined for Bigger Things, with Author and Business Coach Kate CroccoWhat's holding YOU back? Whether you need to get to the next level with your career or your personal life, we all have blocks that hold us back when it comes to taking our purpose to the next level.
What do you do when you need to tap into a new source of inspiration and encouragement to get onto your next chapter with confidence?
This week’s episode is all about finding your juju, your secret sauce, your next chapter.. with author, business coach and podcast host (and mom!) Kate Crocco.
As host of the podcast "Thinking Like a Boss," Ka...2019-11-2642 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 44: Get that Glow, Honey! Skin Care, Botox & More w/ Tenley Starr, Starr Clinical Skin CareIn this week's episode we talk all about taking care of your face, with Tenley Starr, of Starr Clinical Skin Care.
Tenley and her plastic surgeon father founded Starr Clinical, a skin care line based on gentle naturals, that helps to reset and balance your skin. Think: No nasty chemicals your skin doesn't need, and only simple, powerful ingredients to rejuvenate it.
We start there, but we cover SO much more as it relates to healthy, glowing skin! Other topics:
+ THE PHILOSOPHY BEHIND HER LINE
+ IS CLEAN BEAUTY HERE TO STAY?
+ HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH TO WASH YOUR FACE?
+...2019-11-1936 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 43: T.I., Corn Mazes, Unicorns and More... (I Promise This All Goes Together)It’s time for a little catch-up, friends! This week’s episode is a solo journey and BOY OH BOY, we hit it allll.
Here are some of the topics we cover in astoundingly intellectual detail:
* Just give me my trophy now, because I am officially Parent of the Year. I let my kids watch Austin Powers probably about 10 years too early, and that resulted in our Halloween costumes this year.
* The terrifying situation that are corn mazes (SAVE ME JESUS) and how I nearly died in one last week. Just kidding. Mostly. But seriously, they are anxiety traps.
+ T.I. a...2019-11-1238 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 42: He Cheated; She Stayed. Writer Jodie Utter on Infidelity and Her ExperienceThe word alone is enough to make you immediately sick. Infidelity.
But what happens *after your partner cheats? Writer Jodie Utter has been through it, and she is sharing every last detail about what she chose to do to move forward in her life and in her marriage.
Of course everyone's story will be different, but Jodie's writing has offered a raw look at the healing process involved in her own story, and her honesty on this often-taboo subject allows for conversations--and healing--to flow that much easier.
This conversation is a very, very honest one, guys, and what I love...2019-11-0545 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 41: Solo Ep! Get My Cheat Sheet... All My Current Clean Beauty Favorites Listed (and Explained)It's been a while since I've done a comprehensive list of all the safer beauty products I'm using and loving, and in this week's episode I run through all my favorites not only for beauty, but also for the household.
You'll get my favorite clean options for:
+ Cleanser
+ Toner
+ Exfoliators
+ SPF
+ Moisturizer
+ Laundry detergent
+ Dish soap
+ And some quick tips on how to clean out your beauty routine and household
For all the products mentioned, check out:
https://sonniabatta.com/my-updated-clean-beauty-and-household-favorites/
...and for more beauty tips and thoughts, follow me on IG @SonniAbatta2019-10-2918 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 40: All About Your Lady Parts, PART TWO, w/ board-certified OB/GYN Dr. LaKrystal WarrenWelcome back to the Lady Parts extravaganza! …That sounds a lot saucier than I intended, but you get the idea. This is PART TWO of an interview series with board-certified OB/GYN Dr. LaKrystal Warren all about issues that impact women and their sexual and reproductive health.
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So here’s the deal: You guys submitted questions, and Dr. Warren and I get to all of them. In Part One, we talked fertility, pregnancy and birth; and in this episode it’s all about YOU. Here are some of the topics we cover:
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+ Sex drive mismatch
+ Getting through dry spots in your s...2019-10-2229 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 39: All About Your Lady Parts, with OB-GYN Dr. LaKrystal Warren, Part ONEOkay, so you know how babies are made. But there is SO much more to babies—and your body—than the basics.
I’m STUPID excited about this episode of 30 Something because it was all of YOU that made it so good! So if you sent in a question, THANK YOU!
So let’s get to it. Today I'm talking all things reproductive health with the amazing board certified, Orlando-based OB-GYN, Dr. LaKrystal Warren. Guys. SO much good information here. So here’s the thing with OB-GYN’s: They hear allll the crazy stories. Dr. Warren and I get into some serious...2019-10-1539 minAtomic MomsBeautycon: GloZell Green, Queen of Youtube (5M followers) + Sonni Abatta on All Things BeautyWith nearly 5 million Youtube followers and credits including Trolls and Wreck It Ralph 2, The Queen of Youtube GloZell Green has done it all, including a sit down interview with President Barack Obama at The White House. In this live episode in front of an audience of diehard GloZell fans, we discuss everything from screen-time (how does a Youtube star manage to get an iPad away from her toddler?) to the harsh realities of becoming a first-time mother at forty-four. We dispel the myth of the "overnight sensation" and share her secrets to longevity as a content creator. S...2019-10-0357 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 30: barre3 Master Trainer Lisa Schale-Drake on Working Out as a Mom & Listening to Your BodyLisa Schale-Drake is a master trainer and VP of research and development with barre3, which basically means it's her job to design workouts that kick your butt.
But seriously, barre3 is pretty amazing. It's the workout I've been doing for over three years now--including through my third pregnancy and postpartum--and it's an intense and, most importantly, effective workout. It's the main thing I credit with helping me to feel great and shed the postpartum pounds after our third baby.
I'm still on the barre3 wagon at least three times a week, and you all know when I love something, I...2019-07-251h 00
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 29: Finding Your Mom Tribe, and Self Care as a Mom with Alex from Hello My TribeHow many times as a mom have you felt like you needed to find your group? To find your tribe?
It's hard on these streets as a mom! ...Especially when you don't feel like you have anyone to connect with. That's where Hello My Tribe comes in. Founder Alex Winkelman Zeplain has not only created a community, but also a comprehensive online resource with information on everything from infertility and trying to get pregnant through the first years of your child's life.
Alex herself has a long history of building communities and building companies. Before Hello My Tribe, she formed...2019-07-1838 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 27: Finding Your Personal Style & Why It Matters, w/ Joanna Lovering of Copper + RiseChances are--no matter what stage of life you're in--you've stood in your closet at least once before and thought to yourself, "What am I going to wear?!"
In this week's episode, I talk with founder of personal styling company Copper + Rise, which takes on styling in a different way, by helping people find out who they are, and going from there. Joanna Lovering, the founder and CEO, has an extensive background in the corporate world, having worked for companies like Jet Blue, L'Oreal and Tiffany & Co in the past.
Style is far from a frivolous topic. As women, it's not...2019-06-2751 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 25: New Moms, This One's for You. 5 Tips to Help You Survive the Early DaysJust call me Sonni, M.D. This little solo episode is chock full of advice for new moms that I learned on the mean streets of new motherhood. Super simple--five tips that can help you keep your sanity.
It may or may not also include a story about why one's partner should not drink heavily before a hypnobirthing class.
Also, my kids storm the castle while I'm taping, so enjoy that little tender moment.
HAPPY MOMMING2019-06-1418 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for WomenEp 23: Going SOLO! Why is May Crazy; Are You a Camp Mom; and My NEW Summer Beauty PicksHonestly, is it just me or is the month of May absolutely batshit crazy? Talking a little in this episode about all the craziness that comes along with the end of the school year; another staycation with the kids; and, are you a summer camp mom or not?
I'm also outlining some beauty products I'm incorporating into my routine this summer, including one that's--TMI ALERT--perfect for back-ne. Go ahead, judge.
In this episode, we talk:
+ END-OF-SCHOOL-YEAR INSANITY
+ MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
+ WHY I HATE SUMMER CAMPS (Spoiler alert: It has to do with my laziness.)
+ SUMMER BEAUTY PICKS
IG: @SonniAbatta
Blog...2019-05-3023 min