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Book BestiesBook Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 2: Replay of Saturday Live Interviews Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 2: Replay of Saturday Live Interviews In this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties talk with Shirlene Obuobi, E.M. Anderson, and Matt Dinniman. Join the Besties as they chat with Shirlene Obuobi about flawed characters, explore old man vibes with E.M. Anderson, and discuss being a pantser with Matt Dinniman.Things talked about in this episode:Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/Shirelene Obuobi: https://www.shirleneobuobi.com/E.M. Anderson: https://www.elizmanderson.com/Matt Dinniman: https://mattdinniman.com/Meet Molly and April, they bonded...2025-07-291h 27
Work Besties Who PodcastPower of Affirmations: Unlocking Positive Self-Talk for Work & LifeJess and Claude break down what affirmations really are (and aren’t), how to use them without the cringe, and why positive self-talk can meaningfully shift your mood, confidence, and boundaries—at work and beyond. From overcoming negative thought loops to writing affirmations that actually sound like you, this episode gives you practical language and everyday practices to support your emotional well-being and productivity.What You’ll LearnWhat affirmations are—and how to make them feel authenticHow positive self-talk rewires unhelpful narratives at work and at homeWays to use affirmations to set boundaries and prio...2025-07-2818 minBook BestiesBook Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 1: Romantasy-esque Panel Live at the Columbus Book FestivalBook Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 1: Romantasy-esque Panel Live at the Columbus Book FestivalIn this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties serve as moderators for the Romantasy-esque Panel for the Columbus Book Festival on July 12, 2025. The panel featured authors Ehigbor Okosun, Jennifer K. Lambert, and Andrea Stewart. This will be the first of four bonus episodes recapping the 2025 Columbus Book Festival. All four episodes were filmed live at the Columbus Metropolitan Library in downtown Columbus. Things talked about in this episode:Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/Ehigbor Okosun: https://www.ehiokosun.com...2025-07-221h 00
Work Besties Who PodcastUnpacking Burnout: Journey to Healing with Jen and Irina of MotivAction AcademyIn this episode, we’re joined by Jen Hardy and Irina Alexander of MotivAction and co-hosts of the Life by Choice podcast to talk about one of the most overlooked truths in burnout: It’s not just internal — it’s relational.Jen and Irina open up about their personal experiences with burnout, compassion fatigue, and the emotional toll of always saying “yes.” They share their transformative journey toward healing, highlight the importance of emotional literacy, and offer practical tools like their CARES framework to support resilience and self-awareness.You’ll walk away w...2025-07-2144 min
The Besties ClubLIVE SHOW: Let's talk about s*x ft. Nicole Lindo💬 Confianza, relaciones y sexualidad: hablemos sin tabúesEn este episodio especial del Live Show de The Besties’ Club, recibimos a Nicole Lindo, sexóloga, terapeuta y una voz clara, empática y real. Nicole nos invita a hablar con claridad, sin miedo y con propósito, porque el poder está en la verdad.🔥 Conversamos sobre: • Cómo sentirnos más seguras con nosotras mismas • Relaciones sanas y conscientes • Sexualidad sin tabúes ni juicios • La importancia de comunicarnos con respeto, confianza y verdadEste episodio es un recordato...2025-07-1540 min
Work Besties Who PodcastMovements of Mindfulness: Rethinking Yoga for Modern LivesIn this refreshing conversation, Jess and Claude sit down with Brea Johnson—founder of Heart and Bones Yoga—to explore how yoga can be reimagined as a sustainable, inclusive, and deeply personal practice.From burnout prevention to mobility and mindfulness, Brea shares how online yoga has evolved beyond the mat and into everyday moments. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just yoga-curious, this episode will leave you feeling inspired to create a wellness practice that actually fits your life.Topics We Cover:What “Not Yoga” Yoga meansBurnout, stress relief, and short practices that wor...2025-07-1432 min
The Besties ClubLIVE SHOW: Vivir bajo la lupa ft. Gabi Desangles y Delane Marie✨ Nuevo episodio especial del Live Show de The Besties’ Club ✨Junto a dos mujeres que inspiran desde el alma: Delane Marie y Gabi Desangles, hablamos sin filtro sobre lo que significa vivir bajo la lupa, cómo manejar la crítica, la presión social y aún así mantener tu brillo intacto.Un episodio lleno de fuerza, vulnerabilidad y muchas verdades sobre el empoderamiento femenino, el amor propio y la libertad de crecer sin pedir permiso.Este capítulo es para ti si alguna vez t...2025-07-0843 min
Work Besties Who PodcastBalance & Wellness with Athena DesaiIn this episode of Work Besties Who Podcast, Jess and Claude sit down with Athena Desai—a holistic trauma specialist, spiritual coach, and former NPR journalist—who shares her transformational journey from acupuncture and Eastern medicine to soulful, whole-person healing.Together, they explore the power of embracing your true self, the role of emotional wellness at work, and how navigating difficult conversations with compassion can transform professional and personal relationships.What You’ll Learn:How embracing authenticity leads to personal growthAthena’s shift from traditional medicine to holistic healingWhy self-awareness is essential for work...2025-07-0740 min
Work Besties Who PodcastWork-Life Balance Isn’t a Myth—Here’s How to Make It Work for YouIn this heartfelt and practical solo episode, Jess and Claude get real about what work-life balance actually looks like. Hint: it’s not about doing everything perfectly.They break down:Their personal challenges and wins around time managementHow to spot where your wellness is falling through the cracksTips to reclaim your energy and set better boundariesThe small shifts that can lead to big transformationWhether you’re feeling overwhelmed or just need a moment to regroup, this episode is your nudge to pause, reflect, and prioritize what really matters.🎧 Tap play, then share with yo...2025-06-3016 min
Work Besties Who PodcastWorkplace Vibes: Laughing Through the Chaos with Marcus aka Not Your Average CowardEpisode 55: Using Humor to Heal Workplace Stress with Marcus aka Not Your Average CowardIn this laugh-filled and insightful episode, Jess & Claude sit down with Marcus — content creator, dad of three, and the viral voice behind Not Your Average Coward. They dive into how Marcus went from catastrophe adjuster to comedy relief for burned-out professionals, all while juggling parenting and content creation.From memes that hit too close to home to breathing exercises that actually help, Marcus shares how humor, boundaries, and community can transform how we cope with modern work life. Whether yo...2025-06-2333 min
Work Besties Who PodcastFrom Struggles to Success: Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri of Next Level University JourneyThis week, Jess & Claude are joined by Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri from Next Level University—two long-time friends and business partners who have recorded over 2,000 episodes and built a movement around personal development and daily growth.Tune in as we dive into:How their friendship is the foundation of everything they’ve built.Why being vulnerable and open is essential in leadership.The daily grind of content creation—and how they’ve stayed consistent for nearly a decade.What’...2025-06-1642 min
The Besties Club🌟 EP. ESPECIAL - LIVE SHOW con Jessica Judith “De Dominicana pa’l mundo” 🇩🇴✨Desde Florida hasta Santo Domingo, @jessicajudith nos demuestra que no importa dónde estés, ser dominicana es una fuerza imparable.En este episodio grabado en vivo en el The Besties Club Live Show – Chapter II, tuvimos una conversación poderosa, honesta y muy emocionante con una mujer que representa a miles de nosotras que luchamos por nuestros sueños, lejos o cerca de casa.Hablamos de identidad, sueños, redes sociales, amor propio y todo lo que significa romper esquemas sin perder tus raíces.Jessica nos reco...2025-06-1539 min
The Besties ClubViajar Transforma ft. Bocao || Ep. 47En este episodio me siento con BOCAO a hablar de su viaje a Japón 🇯🇵✈️ Pero más allá de lo típico, nos fuimos en una conversación sobre el choque cultural, las sorpresas que nadie te advierte cuando viajas, y cómo esos momentos cambian la forma en la que ves el mundo (y a ti mismo).Si te gusta viajar, reírte y escuchar historias que no salen en los vlogs de YouTube… este episodio es para ti.🎧 Disponible en YouTube, Spotify y Apple Podcast.2025-06-1043 min
Work Besties Who PodcastFinding Purpose Through Adversity with Heather Stewart Life CoachThis week, Jess and Claude sit down with the incredible Heather Stewart, a former high-flying CPA turned life coach, who gets real about what it took to walk away from a corporate life that was slowly burning her out.Heather shares how she hit pause on the chaos, learned to put herself first (for real this time), and now helps others do the same. This is the self-care convo your inner people-pleaser really needs to hear.From breaking generational patterns of self-sacrifice to getting comfortable asking for help, Heather gives us permission to...2025-06-0932 minBook BestiesBook Besties Season 8 Episode 18: Before Dorothy with the Author Hazel GaynorBook Besties Season 8 Episode 18: Before Dorothy with the Author Hazel GaynorBesties, join us today as we talk about one of the most anticipated historical fiction books of the summer: Before Dorothy. We were lucky enough to have Hazel Gaynor, the author, join us. Things talked about in this episode:Hazel Gaynor: https://hazelgaynor.com/Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/ Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast...2025-06-0346 min
Work Besties Who PodcastThe Power of BreaksFeeling Burnt Out? You Might Just Need a Break (Literally).In this powerful episode of Work Besties, Jess & Claude dive into why taking breaks at work isn’t lazy—it’s essential. Discover the surprising science behind how breaks can actually boost your productivity, creativity, and focus, and learn why skipping them may be killing your performance.They unpack:Why your brain needs downtime to stay sharpHow to use breaks to prevent burnoutQuick, actionable ways to reset your mind and body (even on a busy day)How co...2025-06-0219 minBook BestiesBook Besties Season 8 Episode 17: Last Night at the Telegraph ClubBook Besties Season 8 Episode 17: Last Night at the Telegraph ClubBesties, let’s take a trip back in time today with Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo. Join us this episode as we discuss what makes relevant historical fiction, why LGBTQ stories matter, and, of course, Molly makes promises to tackle Matt Dinniman. Things talked about in this episode:Malinda Lo: https://www.malindalo.com/A history of Queer Community in San Francisco: https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/san-franciscos-lgbtq-history/Male Impersonators From Malinda Lo : https://www.malindalo.com/blog/2021/4/27/a-brief-history-of-male-impersonation Jubilee Da...2025-05-2754 min
Work Besties Who PodcastExploring Numerology for Personal GrowthIn this enlightening episode, Jess and Claude sit down with Sarah Sherwal, a Melbourne-based numerologist who brings a fresh, grounded perspective to the ancient practice of numerology.Sarah dives into what numerology really is — beyond the stereotypes — and explains how numbers can offer insight into your personality, life path, and even the timing of key decisions. She shares her journey into the world of numerology, how it works, and how anyone can start incorporating it into their daily life for more clarity and confidence.Whether you're a curious skeptic or a spiritual seeker, this...2025-05-2636 minBook BestiesBook Besties Season 8 Episode 16: Chaotic Orbits with Author Beth RevisBook Besties Season 8 Episode 16: Chaotic Orbits with Author Beth RevisStrap in, Besties, we’re headed on a space adventure! This week the Besties are joined by author Beth Revis to chat about her series Chaotic Orbits. Join us as we talk about sex in space, pop culture inspirations, and outlining Star Wars Books. Things talked about in this episode:Beth Revis: https://www.bethrevis.com/ Hedy Lamarr: https://bit.ly/43BaooQ Resident Alien Clip: https://bit.ly/45dIhxd Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/ Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes Meet Molly an...2025-05-201h 35
Work Besties Who PodcastFifty Episodes Strong: Cheers to our Listeners🎉 50 Episodes Later… We’re Just Getting Started 🎙️💖What began as a wild idea between two work besties has turned into 50 episodes of laughs, lessons, and serious growth. From fumbling through our first recordings to finding our voice, this journey has been real — and we’re bringing you behind the scenes for our milestone moment.In this episode, we’re reflecting on: ✨ The glow-up from episode 1 to now 🧠 How imposter syndrome still creeps in 📅 Our behind-the-scenes planning evolution 💨 Quitting smoking & making space for wellness 📣 The power of YOUR feedback 💌 And why we’re more grateful than...2025-05-1924 minBook BestiesBook Besties Season 8 Episode 15: When Women Were DragonsBook Besties Season 8 Episode 15: When Women Were DragonsThis week, the Besties read the alt-history, feminist novel When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill. Join them as they talk about sibling relationships, societal norms of the 1950s, and decide if this book is worth the hype. Things talked about in this episode:Correction: Dr. Carla Hayden was a public library prior to being appointed as Librarian of Congress: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carla_Hayden Knot Tying: https://bit.ly/4d9fNGW Child Protective Services History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_protective_services...2025-05-131h 02
Work Besties Who PodcastDaily Gut Fix: Small Steps to Big Health Changes with Dr. Kate RicciardiIn this episode, Jess and Claude sit down with Dr. Kate Ricciardi, a functional dietitian who shares her powerful personal journey from years of digestive struggles to lasting wellness. Together, they explore how gut health directly impacts workplace energy, mood, and hormones, and why even trained professionals can get stuck in the conventional cycle.Kate dives into the gut-brain connection, breaking down how food sensitivities, inflammation, and stress affect everything from emotional eating to daily productivity. She offers clear, approachable steps for listeners looking to heal from the inside out—emphasizing mi...2025-05-1232 minBook BestiesBook Besties Season 8 Episode 14: An Academy for LiarsBook Besties Season 8 Episode 14: An Academy for LiarsOn this week's episode of Book Besties, we talk about An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson. Join us as we talk about the difference in magic and persuasion, when morality comes into play with magic, and consent at Drayton College.CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we talk about suicidal thoughts, suicide, murder, abuse, and other awful things that come with the human condition. Please understand that we here at Book Besties understand that this can be a sensitive topic, you can skip this episode, and we...2025-05-0651 min
The Besties ClubDating ft. Lenguas Calvas || Ep. 42Episodio especial: Lenguas Calvas x The Besties Club – Hablemos de dating sin filtro¡BESTIESSS! Hoy tenemos de invitados a los irreverentes, divertidos y sin pelos en la lengua: Lenguas Calvas Podcast. Nos sentamos con @christianalvarezrd y @lauragisselle para hablar TODO sobre el dating en esta era moderna: desde las red flags más obvias hasta las confesiones más inesperadas.¿Salir con alguien que no te gusta tanto? ¿Tener miedo al compromiso? ¿Buscar validación en apps de citas? Nada se quedó fuera. Un episodio explosivo, lleno de risas, verdades i...2025-05-0634 min
Work Besties Who PodcastHow Work Friendships Can Spark Total Reinvention with Clelia Castro-Malaspina GoreWhat happens when your career takes an unexpected pivot—from high-powered agent to published author—and your work friendships evolve into personal lifelines?In this episode, Jess and Claude dive deep with Clélia Castro-Malaspina, a former literary agent turned award-winning children’s author, who’s rewriting the rules of connection, creativity, and career.💬 We talk:How critique groups can save your sanity—and your storyWhat coffee shops and connection have in commonWhy keeping work friendships alive can launch your next chapterAnd how to build meaningful support networks in remote or creative careersClél...2025-05-0536 min