Talk with Kristen (with an e)
Join Kristen as she explores everything from burnout and the challenges of making friends, to lessons learned along the way—all served with a side of humor and a dash of nostalgia. Sometimes she’s flying solo, other times she’s joined by special guests, but it’s always a conversation worth having. Tune in—it’s like therapy, but without the bill.
Episodes
In this installment of the Perfect Is Boring (And Tastes Like Kale) virtual book club, Kristen is again joined by Kelly and Alexis to unpack the last few lies from Jess Johnston’s book. From feeling like a junior varsity adult to the fear of messing up publicly, they get real about showing up, taking up space, and challenging the pressure to have it all together. Even if you didn’t read the book, this one’s for anyone...
In this vibrant and empowering conversation, Kristen welcomes her friend Emily to talk about what it means to take up space: sparkly shoes, glittery eyeshadow, bold choices, and all. They explore how society often teaches girls and women to shrink themselves, and how they've intentionally broken free from those expectations to live more authentically. Kristen and Emily share stories about embracing their individu...
In this second installment of the Talk with Kristen (with an e) virtual book club, Kristen welcomes back guests Kelly and Alexis to continue their heartfelt dive into Perfect Is Boring (And Tastes Like Kale) by Jess Johnston. Together, they unpack Part Two of the book, exploring Lies 6–9—like the belief that rejection will destroy us, that our job is to make everyone happy, and that asking for help means weakness.
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In this episode, Kristen welcomes her friend and sister-in-law, Kelly, for an honest conversation about the power of slowing down. After reaching a point of burnout at the end of 2024, Kelly shares how she began to mentally and emotionally reset by adjusting her routines, setting clear boundaries with work and family, and reconnecting with simple pleasures like coloring. Together, Kristen and Kelly explore the societa...
In week two of the virtual book club, Kristen is joined again by Kelly and Alexis to dive into the first five lies from Perfect is Boring (And Tastes Like Kale). Their conversation blends laughter, deep reflection, and candid truth-telling as they unpack relatable struggles with perfectionism, comparison, invisibility, and emotional exhaustion. The group reflects on how Jess Johnston's storytelling makes listener...
In this episode, Kristen reconnects with Amber and Paige—two best friends who’ve been through just about everything together. Their friendship kicked off in an airport on the way to bootcamp back in 2011, and what followed was a deep, sister-like bond built on shared experiences and showing up for each other through all of life’s curveballs. From surviving military training and sharing a tiny apartment to navigating s...
Welcome to the very first episode of our Virtual Book Club! Kristen, Kelly, and Alexis sit down to dive into Perfect Is Boring and Tastes Like Kale by Jess Johnston — a heartfelt and hilarious look at embracing our imperfections and finding connection through authenticity. We share what drew us to this book, our early reactions, some standout quotes, and a few personal stories about perfectionism, insecurity, comparis...
Sometimes, the best friendships are the ones you never saw coming. In this episode, Kristen chats with her friend Emily about how a casual connection through a dance class turned into a meaningful friendship—despite a 16-year age gap. From running (and sometimes walking) 5Ks together to swapping life updates over coffee, their story is a reminder that friendship doesn’t have a rulebook. You can find your people at any...
Maintaining friendships across time zones and life changes can be challenging, but some connections withstand the distance. In this episode, Kristen sits down with Kelly to explore the realities of long-distance friendships—how they begin, evolve, and sometimes fade. Kelly shares personal stories of childhood friends moving across the world, college friendships that didn’t last, and the deep bonds that have endured de...
Making friends as an adult isn’t always easy—it can feel a lot like dating, filled with awkward introductions, unspoken expectations, and the occasional heartbreak. In this episode, Kristen sits down with Dana to talk about the complexities of adult friendships, from navigating mom groups to figuring out where true connections lie. They reflect on how their own friendship began, the challenges of finding belonging ver...
In this heartwarming and relatable episode, Kristen is joined by her friend and sister-in-law,Kelly, to dig into the nuanced world of adult friendships. Together, they unpack everything from the unrealistic expectations we sometimes carry—like searching for a friend who’s basically a clone of ourselves—to the vulnerability it takes to actually make and maintain connections as grown-ups.
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In this heartfelt episode, Kristen and Alexis explore the challenges and joys of adult friendships. Reflecting on their own experiences, they discuss the pressures of maintaining large social circles and what it truly means to find and nurture meaningful connections. They normalize the idea that having just one or two close friends is more than enough, emphasizing that quality matters more than quantity. This episode ...
In this special bonus episode, Kristen introduces the podcast’s upcoming Friendship Series, exploring why making and maintaining friendships as an adult often feels more challenging than in childhood or college. She reflects on the evolving nature of friendships, the impact of social media, and common struggles in building meaningful connections. She also shares a sneak peek at the series’ topics—ranging from long-dis...
This episode takes a nostalgic dive into the golden age of beauty blogging with special guest Arielle. Together, she and Kristen reflect on their experiences in the beauty blogging world of the early 2010s, a time when written blogs and YouTube tutorials dominated the scene. They discuss how they got started, the lessons they learned, and how the industry has evolved. From the early days of Pinterest to Sunday Twitter...
Kristen and Alexis dive into their experiences growing up in the height of purity culture—also known as the True Love Waits movement. From youth group pledges to fear-based messaging that framed sex as the ultimate sin, they explore how these teachings shaped their views on relationships, intimacy, and self-worth. They also reflect on the lingering effects of shame in marriage and discuss what healing and reclaiming a...
What does it take to completely transform daily habits and mindset? In this episode, Tayler shares how a spontaneous decision to start the 75 Hard challenge in 2023 led to a profound lifestyle shift. She opens up about her past struggles with drinking and smoking, the routines she once believed were unbreakable, and the discipline it took to make lasting changes. From saving thousands of dollars to stepping into new c...
Many women find themselves stuck in survival mode, longing to thrive but unsure how to get there. In this episode, Kristen welcomes Tiffany Patterson, a certified natural health professional, transformational life coach, and angelic reiki master teacher, to discuss the path to true alignment. Tiffany shares her expertise in helping women break free from exhaustion, societal expectations, and self-sabotage to step into...
Who are you at your core? Beyond the labels and roles, what truly makes you you? In this episode, Kristen takes a reflective journey into the experiences and relationships that have influenced her identity, using a playful and relatable lens: her eclectic taste in music. From oldies with her mom to emo and indie rock via past relationships, Kristen unpacks how much of her personality stems from others’ influences vers...
In this candid and thought-provoking episode, Kristen and Alexis dive into the complexities of beauty, aging, and self-acceptance. They discuss everything from hair transformations (including some dramatic ones), societal expectations around women’s appearances, and the internal debate over whether to embrace gray hair or keep up with the upkeep. The conversation also explores the pressure to alter one’s body through ...
In this episode, Kristen dives into the topic of body image, reflecting on how societal standards, media influences, and personal perceptions have shaped her relationship with her body over the years. From the skinny ideals of the late '90s and early 2000s to the complexities of adulthood and the body positivity movement, she shares candid journal entries, magazine clippings, and heartfelt anecdotes. Kristen expl...
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