Own Your Awkward

Own Your Awkward

We all have that awkward thing that can sometimes hold us back. But what if it was your superpower? What if owning it was the key to your success? Join speaker, author, and coach Andy Vargo as things get awkward with his guests. Dive into what makes each of us awkward in our own way and learn how we can own it! For more information about Andy Vargo and to see his books, blogs, and other content, visit https://www.awkwardcareer.com/

Episodes

May 26, 2025 62 mins

Ready to turn awkward into your advantage? Andy Vargo empowers individuals and organizations to lead with authenticity through coaching, keynotes, and courses.

👉 Explore how you can Own Your Awkward: https://awkwardcareer.comIn this insightful episode, Andy welcomes Coach Angie Jones of Ataruka Coaching to explore the intersection of leadership, gratitude, and mental clarity. Broadcasting from the often-cloudy Pacific Northwest, th...

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Ready to turn awkward into your advantage? Andy Vargo empowers individuals and organizations to lead with authenticity through coaching, keynotes, and courses.

👉 Explore how you can Own Your Awkward: https://awkwardcareer.com

In this raw, real, and empowering conversation, Andy Vargo and Marie Sonneman dive deep into the challenges of building confidence, breaking free from self-comparison, and owning your unique identity—awkwardnes...

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Ready to turn awkward into your advantage? Andy Vargo empowers individuals and organizations to lead with authenticity through coaching, keynotes, and courses.
👉 Explore how you can Own Your Awkward: https://awkwardcareer.com


🎙️ Today’s Guest: Dr. Melissa Hughes
Dr. Melissa Hughes returns to the show to dive deep into psychological safety, the power of vulnerability, and how to manage personal biases. Melissa blends neuroscience wit...

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February 3, 2025 45 mins

Dave is from Ontario Canada. He has been chased by a Moose, been in 3 tornadoes, heard himself on the radio, Dave wonders why people love puzzles, and he can’t swim. Dave is fairly sarcastic and his wit makes him slightly dizzy at times. His wife does find Dave mildly entertaining (in small amounts and from a safe distance).

Dave is the host of 8 different podcasts, and over the past 5 years Dave has created content, community and ...

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Amanda Poliak is a talented, award-winning brewer and the owner of Awkward Brewing, a brewery known for its unique flavors and bold brews. She first opened Awkward Brewing in Washington State in 2015 before relocating to the Atlanta metro area, where she re-established the brewery in 2021. While the brewery technically reopened in November of that year, Amanda proudly celebrates March 18th, "Awkward Moments Day," as her o...

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January 20, 2025 52 mins

Brian Kerr has consulted full-time for 19 years, working alongside clients in technology, finance, healthcare, the social sector, and local and state governments. 3 ways he helps clients get to quality + value: ① opening space for shared understanding, ② practicing continuous improvement, ③ landing change & adoption. Brian's goal → to reduce suffering and wasted effort in the workplace. He writes about continuous improvement...

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January 13, 2025 51 mins

Brian Buck is the Chief Abundance Office of Abundance Worldwide, founder and head coach for Mighty Bold Life.

He specializes in helping you implement peak-performance habits and systems so you can create exponential results in your life.

He is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and has helped over 500 people and companies across industries.

He is passionate about having fun all while bringing out the best in people.

Please supp...

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January 5, 2025 50 mins

Lara is a holistic healing expert dedicated to empowering empaths to transform their lives. She artfully blends numerology, Reiki, tarot, and yoga, with modern techniques, guiding sensitive souls to harness their innate strengths.

A nomadic sailor and homeschooling mother of two boys, Lara brings her diverse life experiences, including a background in nursing, to her transformative work. She's also a facilitator for Eat Breathe Thr...

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October 23, 2024 69 mins

Amanda, the Founder and Creator of Monarch Mental Health, has been a dedicated advocate for the mental health community, driven by her own lived experience with Bipolar 1. Diagnosed in 2010, her journey began with a journal, a lifeline during her first appointment with a pediatrician when she couldn't voice her suicidal thoughts. Referred to a psychiatrist, she embarked on an 11-year path of medical care, therapy, and self-discover...

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September 25, 2024 44 mins

In this very special episode, we have our first returning guest to take a deeper dive into how they continue to own their awkward.

Cheri Hardman captivates audiences with hilarious tales about being a plus size, menopausal babe. She won Tacoma Comedy Club's 'The Comedy Voice', was a finalist in Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Club's Funniest MF Out Here and performed at Bumbershoot and in Seattle Internationa...

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August 22, 2024 48 mins

Becca Boston is a successful bestselling author, renowned speaker, coach and the Ending the Silence Coordinator for NAMI Pierce County. Despite having a learning disability, she serves as an inspiring role model, proving that disabilities should not hinder one's pursuit of their dreams. Becca's unwavering dedication lies in her motto and brand "Stay Strong. Stay You.", as she strives to assist individuals in reali...

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July 18, 2024 55 mins

Syed K Jamal is an International Ford Fellowship alumni. Before starting Collegey.com, he was with the US State Department's EducationUSA program. He has worked in media, non-profits, and academia. He lives in Tacoma, mentors students and startups at organizations like 76Forward, Rise, and Bridge for Billions. He is also on the board of the World Affairs Council of Tacoma. His cat, Laila and dog, Zizi, are his best friends.

Ple...

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July 11, 2024 34 mins

Northwest Edutainer Rebecca P. Murray delivers high-energy virtual and live programs for those ready to become confident, creative, and compelling leaders and team players.

She infuses humor, inspiring stories, and entertaining musical excerpts into content-rich programs. Audience members eagerly engage in her one-of-a-kind interactive experiences.

She’s determined to help clients communicate with clarity and confidence – whether s...

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June 19, 2024 56 mins

🏡 Ali Bozic | eXp Real Estate Agent | Founder of Infinterest Ali Bozic, is beyond excited for the opportunity to Own Her Awkward! Passionate about upgrading the home buying and selling experience, She is a dedicated eXp Real Estate Agent and the driving force behind Infinterest. With Infinterest, Ali is launching a groundbreaking approach to showcasing properties by connecting real estate agents with local business owners to crea...

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Born and raised in the greater Tacoma, WA area, Sean has dedicated much of his adult life to building community and encouraging dads to embrace fatherhood. Growing up in a split family, Sean saw the need for involved and engaged dads who were willing to break the cycle of past generations' detachment and indifference. As a proud father of 4 “neuro-spicy” kids, he and his wife of 15 years have put in the hard work to teach emotional...
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April 30, 2024 44 mins

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher.

With a passion for guiding people through the complexities of modern life, Ipek specializes in helping overwhelmed individuals harness a profound sense of peace and harmony. Her...

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Mariah & Byron Edgington are TEDx Speakers. Best-Selling Authors. Keynote Speakers. Contributors at: BizCatalyst 360°, Medium Digest, and Substack.

Their company is Mandate To Elevate LLC, and because of their past careers, they are dedicated to lifting people up. Mariah is a retired ICU/ER/Flight Nurse who now coaches others to own their value and live their best lives. Byron is a retired helicopter pilot, public speaker, and...

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April 16, 2024 50 mins

Hanae is an impact tech entrepreneur and certified international project manager with 10 years of overall professional experience, including 5 years in social impact stewardship at a multi-award non-profit and 2 years of operational stewardship at a high growth tech startup. She developed a fluency across borders and sectors with an understanding of how different sectors (governments and international development institutions, civ...

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February 2, 2024 56 mins

Carla Howard is a Strategic Change Consultant, Professional Speaker, and a Dream Enabler.
The thread that runs through her work is a love of personal and business transformation. Whether helping corporations manage change, delivering keynotes, teaching emerging speakers how to “Get Paid From The STAGE!!!”, or helping kind & ambitious women realize what is possible … Carla helps people move from where they are today to where ...

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January 23, 2024 53 mins

Most introductions for speakers are full of credentials, awards, accomplishments and other unexciting information.

While she’s earned a few, let's say this for now: Everything in life is Powered By Connection.

Connection is Ginger's jam. With fun & enthusiasm, she brings all of us to the table because the ultimate outcome of connection is belonging.

She works with great leaders, teams and organizations to do their best ...

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