Fearlessly Authentic

Fearlessly Authentic

Welcome to Fearlessly Authentic, a weekly live radio show and podcast hosted by Jodi Harrison Bauer.

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October 13, 2025 62 mins

Todays guest, Alexis Parcells, M.D., is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in New York City and New Jersey. She has expertise in both surgical and nonsurgical techniques, including in lasers, breast surgeries, and nonsurgical injectables. Dr. Parcells is also the founder of Sunnie Skin, a medical-grade skin care and scar brand. She serves as a clinical instructor for medical students and residents and has presented her re...

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This week on Fearlessly Authentic, I am joined by trauma-informed somatic marriage coach Becky Aste, host of Your Breakthrough Blueprint.

 

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Together we recap, with our own unique lens,  Episode 4 of The Golden Bachelor  — breaking down the drama that leads to the final six ladies — the chaos of Season 9 of Love is Blind — and Episode 4 of Dancing With the Stars, discussing the standout performa...

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This week on Fearlessly Authentic, I am joined by trauma-informed somatic marriage coach Becky Aste, host of Your Breakthrough Blueprint.

 

Becky Aste on Instagram

 

Together we recap, with our own unique lens,  Episode 3 of The Golden Bachelor  — from the comedy roast to rising house tensions — and Episode 3 of Dancing With the Stars, breaking down the standout performances, judges’ scores, and what it really means to ...

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In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Jodi sits down with bestselling author, mental health advocate, and Gen Z voice Carrie Berk to talk about her new memoir Mindfire: Diary of an Anxious Twentysomething. Carrie opens up about turning her raw journal entries into a published book, navigating OCD and anxiety in her early twenties, and how vulnerability became her greatest source of strength.

 

Together, they explore what it m...

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Today’s guest is Bela Gandhi—the fabulous founder of Smart Dating Academy. Bella is one of the country’s most sought-after dating and relationship experts. She’s been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, and more, helping people find love with confidence, clarity, and what she calls “psychotic optimism.” She’s been on the show before, and I couldn’t wait to have her back, especially now that spring is in the air and pe...

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This week on Fearlessly Authentic, I sit down with the bold and brilliant Pattie Ehsaei—also known as The Duchess of Decorum—to talk about her highly anticipated book Never Date a Broke Dude: The Financial Freedom Playbook (out May 6, 2025). In this candid conversation, we unpack what it really means to date a “broke dude”—and spoiler: it’s about way more than money.

 

We get into financial red flags, the importance of setting boun...

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April 28, 2025 34 mins

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I sit down with Emmy Award–winning host, actress, and producer Nikki Boyer — the best friend and executive producer behind the hit Wondery podcast Dying for Sex, now adapted into a scripted limited series on FX, streaming on Hulu.

The series stars Academy Award–winning actress Michelle Williams, who first rose to fame on Dawson’s Creek and went on to star in films like Brokeback Mountai...

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In this powerful episode of Fearlessly Authentic, Jodi sits down with Brandon Ord, the creator behind @brandonclearminds, whose viral content on narcissistic abuse and healing has struck a chord with millions. Brandon opens up about how his own experience shaped his mission, and together they dive into:

• What narcissism really is—and how to spot it

• The difference between overt and covert narcissists

• The manipulative tactics na...

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In this episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I share why being intentional with your goals is the secret to real results. Your eating, training, and daily activity must work in harmony—not in conflict. If you’re training to build muscle but eating like you’re trying to lose weight, you’re sending mixed signals to your body. I explain how to align your food, movement, and mindset so they support one another and work with your goals—not ...

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Why do we fall so hard, so fast—and then sometimes fall right out of love just as easily? In this episode of Fearlessly Authentic, host Jodi Harrison-Bauer explores what it really means to fall in love. Is it chemistry, timing, ego… or something deeper?

 

Drawing from personal reflections and observations (yes, even from dating shows like Love Is Blind and The Bachelor), Jodi unpacks the psycho...

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March 24, 2025 88 mins

After hosting Fearlessly Authentic for five years, I wanted to take a moment to reintroduce myself to you. Through the highs and lows, I’ve always kept it real—sharing my journey to help you grow into the person you want to be and live the life you deserve. For years, I let the opinions and judgments of others hold me back from truly being myself. But after my divorce at 42, I stepped fully into my truth—and I haven’t stopped since...

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In this episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I sit down with hormone expert ( he is also my doctor) Dr. Marko Lujic to discuss everything you need to know about hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—when to start, what it’s all about, and the myths that need to be debunked. We dive deep into why proper nutrition and exercise are essential for managing hormonal changes and how building muscle is the real secret to longevity.

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January 29, 2025 57 mins

What does it really mean to live fearlessly authentic? For me, it meant making the difficult but necessary decision to leave a relationship that no longer served me—because staying meant shrinking, and I refuse to live small.

 

In this episode, I share my personal journey of stepping into my truth, choosing myself, and embracing the incredible freedom that comes with living alone. I spent years fitting into what others needed me ...

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This week on Fearlessly Authentic, I sit down with Zora Benhamou, gerontologist, biohacker, and host of the Hack My Age podcast. Zora takes a fascinating approach to aging and energy optimization, blending ancient practices with modern biohacking techniques to help women feel vibrant and energized through menopause and beyond.   We uncover what biohacking really means, why energy management is essential as we age, and how practices...
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January 15, 2025 55 mins
In this empowering episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I share my journey of leaving my marriage and filing for divorce at 64. While this wasn’t the life I envisioned, I knew I needed to be brave, trust my gut, and make a change to reclaim my happiness and live authentically. I’ll take you through the process of choosing myself—listening to my intuition, staying grounded with the help of a great support system, and discovering that I’...
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January 8, 2025 47 mins
This week on Fearlessly Authentic, I sit down with Zora Benhamou, gerontologist, biohacker, and host of the Hack My Age podcast. Zora takes a fascinating approach to aging and energy optimization, blending ancient practices with modern biohacking techniques to help women feel vibrant and energized through menopause and beyond.   We uncover what biohacking really means, why energy management is essential as we age, and how practices...
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This year has been one of the most challenging and transformative of my life. In this episode, I’m opening up about the lessons I’ve learned—from finding the courage to walk away from what no longer serves me, to embracing change as a teacher instead of an enemy, to discovering the true meaning of self-worth. I’ll share how trusting my gut, prioritizing my own happiness, and leaning into discomfort have shaped the way I live, love,...
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December 11, 2024 54 mins
In this deeply personal and empowering episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I’m sharing my journey over the past three months—a transformative period where I prioritized my mental well-being and made the courageous decision to redefine my life. For the first time in years, I chose to put myself first, stepping away from a situation that no longer served me to find peace, clarity, and the life I truly want to live. I open up about the f...
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Today’s episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and tools to help you elevate every aspect of your life. Joining me is Lisa Conners, a powerhouse keynote speaker, executive coach, and the founder of Ever Better® Speaking and Coaching. Through her Generative Powers™ program, Lisa empowers individuals and teams to unlock their full potential, blending years of leadership experience with transformative tools like Everything DiSC a...
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In this episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I’m joined by the incredible Carmin Black, a social entrepreneur whose vibrant energy and passion for combining fashion with philanthropy are unmatched. Carmin shares her journey of using business as a force for good, from working with global artisans in Haiti and India to creating products that are sold by retailers like Nordstrom and Whole Foods—all while giving back to the world’s most vu...
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