Be Powerful with Liz & Lee

Something’s been happening at the Hilliard household that’s really grinding our gears, and we’re gonna talk about it! Today we’re sharing our biggest pet peeves, but also an update on our new Oura rings and how we’re using them, an exciting summer challenge coming soon to HSM, and more!

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We recently joined forces with Bank of America in Kiawah Island to share our workout with their top performers. Two of the pillars of health we focused on throughout the week were longevity through movement and strength training for optimum wellness. We met some incredibly talented and strong performers and were inspired to share our takeaways with you on the podcast this week. In this episode we share the habits besid...

This Spring at Hilliard Studio Method, we hosted a live Q&A with Dr. Liz Moran on all things hormone health. It was so popular that we knew we had to bring her on the podcast! In this episode, Dr. Moran - an OB/GYN and the owner of Premier Gynecology & Wellness - shares her perspective on how hormones change as we age, the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy for menopause, breast cancer, and so much more.

Last Friday, we hosted the annual Bechtler Gala, and it was truly a (viking’s) dream come true! In this episode, we are recapping this fabulous event including our vendors and stunning outfit details, plus Lee’s hormone lab results and the increasing discussion around hormone health. We also share why consistently talking about our love story is so important to us, and the impact it’s had on our listeners.

Today we have the most special guests on the podcast yet: Liz’s daughter Clary and her grandson, Cameron! In this episode, Cameron and Clary share their stories of moving to Memphis for treatment at St. Jude Children’s Hospital after Cameron was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor in 2021. Their lives were turned upside down, but they somehow found laughter, sunshine, and love through it all. We are so inspired by C...

If there’s one thing we wholeheartedly believe in, it’s that you need to take care of yourself in every way possible! In this episode, Lee shares a bit about her journey entering perimenopause, the tedious (but important!) appointments she’s been dreading, and how discussions about menopause and hormones have changed over the years. 

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This episode is a fun one! We’re going to share our favorite classic and new movies, why movies need more heart, some of our drunken adventures and more hilarious stories we’ve never shared on the podcast before! If you need some levity this week, this is the perfect episode for you!

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Do you ever have seasons where life gets busy, the news gets you down, and all your wellness habits fall to the wayside? Well we’re in one of those seasons right now, so in this episode we’re sharing how we still squeeze in a workout wherever we are, why allowing those emotions to freely flow is so important, and how to handle the information and news coming at us from every direction. 

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When it comes to your life and your beliefs, do you express them boldly or quietly? In this episode, we’re sharing why we’re unapologetically bold in expressing our political beliefs… and why you should be, too. We were also inspired by the acceptance speeches for the Academy Awards this past weekend, so we’re reflecting on what would be in our big acceptance speeches and whether we still have time to be EGOT winners.

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We all know how important it is to vote, but this year is more important than ever. In this episode, Liz shares her perspective of watching women’s rights be rolled back after surviving a pre-Roe era. On a lighter note, she shares her experience modeling Tina Turner’s dress, and Lee reminds Liz that she is Fabulous, Fierce, and Powerful. 

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Lee recently started going to therapy, and that inspired us to share our experiences with going to therapy. We are huge proponents of talk therapy, and it has been a very beneficial tool for us to grow and reflect in our lives. In this episode, we talk about Liz’s hilarious marriage counseling experience, why finding the right therapist is so important, and how exploring your self-esteem and awareness in therapy impact...

We recently got these beautiful bracelets that say “choice,” and while you all know our political views on choice, that word has so much more meaning to us than that. In this episode, we’re exploring the hundreds of tiny choices we make in a day, and how we can make those healthier and more empowered choices. Plus, we’re sharing how we’re giving back every month at HSM and how you can support the causes!

We’ve had the honor of being asked to host the 2024 Bechtler Museum Gala, and we are so excited to make this a night to remember! In this episode, we sat down with Todd Smith, the Executive Director of the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Charlotte, to discuss the gala, the iconic exhibits at the museum, and the legacy of the Bechtler family. Join us on April 19th at 7:00 PM for the 2024 Bechtler Museum Fire + Ice Gala...

Starting this weekend, it’s the year of the dragon! In this episode, Liz shares the lore of the dragon in the HSM logo, the importance of Black History Month, and their plans for this Valentine’s Day. 

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We are back after an incredible trip to Madrid, Spain to celebrate Liz’s 70th birthday! In this episode, we’re sharing stories about our favorite restaurants, luggage mishaps, a surprise celebrity encounter, and why birthdays are always worth celebrating. For all the links to our favorite eats, attractions, and stays in Spain, check out Liz’s blog post!

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The big day is almost here… Liz is about to celebrate her 70th birthday! In this episode, Lee is interviewing Liz on the stories that have shaped her over the last seven decades, from her childhood, to her first love, to becoming a mother on her own terms. No matter what you’re going through right now, you will feel inspired and uplifted - grab your tissues!

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Welcome to the first new episode of 2024! This week, we are sharing our best tips for how to stay consistent with your healthy habits this year, why “magic pills” aren’t all bad, and the best two exercises you can do daily to build strength. Plus, we review our favorite movies we watched in December and tease a new resource coming soon!

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Here it is: our most downloaded episode of 2023! After Liz’s viral Huffington Post article was published in 2022, she sat down for a Twitter Spaces interview with their Head of HuffPost Personal, who was not afraid to ask some tough questions about details we’ve never shared before. We will be back next week with brand new episodes!

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This week, we’re sharing our #2 most downloaded episode of the year, where we talked about how to audit the past year, evaluate what you want to leave behind vs. what you want to bring into the new year, and how to have the courage to go after your biggest goals. 

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