Empowered & Embodied Show
Kim Romain and Louise Neil, alongside their refreshingly candid guests, welcome you to an entertaining and profound journey exploring the human experience. Through everyday ups and downs, The Empowered & Embodied Show dives deep into what it genuinely means to be gloriously, messily human. This isn't your standard self-help podcast—it's an unfiltered exploration of the laughter, tears, and "what the heck just happened?" moments that define our lives. Whether you're riding the wave of success or navigating the swamp of self-doubt, Kim and Louise unpack the complex realities and unexpected joys of personal growth with wit, wisdom, and healthy self-deprecation. Because let's face it—becoming your most empowered self is never a straight line.
Episodes
In episode 159 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by the magnetic and mission-driven M. Shannon Hernandez—founder of the Joyful Business Revolution—for a real-talk conversation about redefining success, saying no to burnout, and building businesses that are fueled by joy, not pressure.
From the streets of NYC to sacred silence in Bali, Shannon shares what it truly means to li...
In episode 158 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil hit record mid-conversation—and trust us, you’ll be glad they did. What started as a check-in about feeling “wobbly” quickly unraveled into a rich, raw, and real exploration of how planetary shifts, inner pressure, and collective noise can leave us spinning... and how to come back to our center.
Through personal stories, Human Design insig...
What if the key to safer workplaces isn’t a new policy... but your own nervous system?
In episode 157 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil sit down with trauma consultant, speaker, and founder of Creaturae, Deborah Lee, for a deep conversation on embodied leadership, psychological safety, and the courage it takes to show up without the mask.
Together, they unpack the hidden toll of performat...
What do you get when you mix an American expat living in Canada, a lifelong Canadian, and a global identity crisis?
You get this conversation—a raw, honest, and deeply human exploration of what it means to find your footing when the world feels anything but steady.
In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise reflect on the personal and collective impact of nationalism, nervous system dysregulat...
In episode 155 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil sit down with Stephanie Graham—filmmaker, photographer, and host of the Nosey AF podcast—for a conversation that celebrates creativity in all its messy, magical forms.
Together, we explore how creativity fuels empowerment, how art can break down barriers, and why making space for self-expression (even in the mundane!) is more important tha...
"It's just A LOT to deal with." If you've found yourself whispering (or screaming) those words lately, you're not alone—and this episode is for you.
In episode 154 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil open up about what it feels like when everything—from tech problems to creative projects—feels hard. From spinning plates and bubbling volcanoes to slow internet and o...
In episode 153 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil are diving deep into a conversation with the incredible Adhya Rose—an efficiency and energetics coach who helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs create time freedom and streamline their businesses with ease.
But this episode isn’t just about systems and structures (though we touch on those, too!). We explore authenticity, embodiment, alignment...
In episode 152 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise explore the art of navigating difficult conversations while staying true to yourself. From intimate relationships to workplace interactions, they reveal what it takes to communicate with honesty, clarity, and compassion, even during emotionally charged moments.
They discuss the critical role of self-awareness, identifying personal triggers, and crea...
In episode 151 of Empowered and Embodied, Kim and Louise dive into the powerful intersections of leadership, identity, and belonging with their incredible guest, Shoshana Allice. Shoshana is a neuro-inclusive leadership coach and consultant, committed to decolonizing leadership and fostering spaces where true belonging—not just fitting in—is possible.
We explore the difference between belonging and fitting in, the a...
In episode 150 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down with author, activist, and performer Susan Lieu to explore the weight of family expectations, intergenerational trauma, and the journey to reclaiming self-worth. Susan, author of The Manicurist’s Daughter and creator of the solo show 140 Pounds: How Beauty Killed My Mother, shares her deeply personal story of uncovering long-buried family ...
Episode 149 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down with Dr. Essence Deming-Rivers, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Director of Psychological Services at Customized Behavioral Healthcare. As a queer, chronically ill, neurodivergent woman of color, Dr. Essence brings a unique and powerful perspective to conversations on identity, emotional awareness, and belonging. Together, the trio explo...
In episode 148 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise dive into a heartfelt conversation about intentionality—what it means, why it matters, and how we can bring more of it into our lives. From the giggles at the start to deep reflections on self-trust, collaboration, and navigating transitions, this episode is a reminder that autopilot living isn’t serving us anymore.
Kim and Louise explore the i...
In episode 147 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down with Becky Vollmer, a speaker, yoga teacher, and author to unpack what it truly means to be "stuck"—and more importantly, how to move beyond it. Through humor, vulnerability, and powerful insights, they explore self-trust, questioning societal expectations, and embracing personal evolution. As the creator of You Are Not Stuck, a...
In episode 146 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by Michele Heyward—engineer, tech CEO, and fierce advocate reshaping the landscape for Black, Latina, and Indigenous women in STEM. Michele shares her journey from her early days mentoring engineering students to leading a company that champions underrepresented voices in tech. She invites us to look beyond who fills our rooms to who waits...
In this episode, co-hosts Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by Dennise M. Kowalczyk, also known as The Adventure Broad, for a deep and inspiring conversation about living life with intentionality, embracing joy, and reclaiming personal power at any stage of life. Together, they explore how we can detach from external expectations, combat self-sabotage, and make empowered choices by tuning into our inner wisdom....
In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down for a heartfelt and insightful tête-à-tête, discussing how to navigate chaos with laughter, self-trust, and a deeper connection to ourselves. They explore what it truly means to connect with your body’s innate wisdom, heal from within, and embrace empowerment as a way of being. Through candid reflections and personal stories, Kim and Louise...
In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by Steff Gallante, self-care coach, yoga teacher, and advocate for liberation and social justice. Together, they dive into the transformative power of self-liberation, exploring how we can create sustainable self-care practices, honor our energy, and embody our values in a world that often leaves us overwhelmed and disconnected. From navi...
In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by somatic healer and certified love, sex, and relationship coach Melanie Bonk to explore how we can reconnect with our bodies, redefine pleasure, and embrace empowerment through sensuality. From separating sexuality from sensuality to uncovering the deep wisdom held in our bodies, Melanie shares her expertise in helping individuals and c...
In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down with Lizzy Palmer, founder of Sync N, about how syncing with our bodies can help us redefine empowerment and release the shame that keeps us from fully accepting ourselves. From breaking free of societal "shoulds" to finding strength in self-advocacy, Lizzy shares her journey as a fitness professional and entrepreneur in the femte...
In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise talk about being present, embracing uniqueness, emphasize the journey of self-discovery and the significance of trusting yourself. They explore how to navigate personal growth at your own pace—whether it’s marinating in your “idea babies” or finding joy amid life’s challenges. Together, they reflect on the lessons of 2024 and share insights for step...
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