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 episode, Kristen welcomes back Alexis to talk all things planning, goal setting, and making the most of everyday life. They dive into strategies for achieving personal and professional goals, the importance of meal planning, and finding balance amidst chaos. Alexis shares her unique approach to goal setting, from reflecting on the past year to using a planner as a tool for focus and perspective. They also disc...
In this heartfelt solo episode, Kristen opens up about a recent moment of disappointment in her family and reflects on what resilience really looks like in real life. Using stories from her son’s basketball tryouts and lessons from her own career journey, she explores how to face rejection, process the emotions that come with it, and move forward with confidence and compassion. Kristen shares personal reflections and ...
In this warm and reflective episode, Kristen reunites with returning guest Caity for a conversation that feels like your favorite fall sweater — comforting, familiar, and full of meaning. Together they explore seasons in every sense: the shift into fall, the natural cycles of friendship, and the personal growth that comes from learning to embrace change.
They share stories about wardrobe swaps and capsule closets, remi...
In this thoughtful and funny conversation, Kristen welcomes back Caity for a real-talk episode about boredom, overstimulation, and what it actually means to “touch grass.” Together they explore how our phones have quietly become both comfort and curse - feeding anxiety, stealing stillness, and numbing curiosity.
The two swap childhood road trip stories, talk about the lost art of just staring out a window, and unpack h...
In this candid conversation, Kristen and guest Caity reflect on their social media journeys -- from the nostalgic days of MySpace and Xanga to the algorithm-driven feeds of today. They explore the shift from authentic connection to curated personas, and Caity opens up about her recent decision to permanently delete Instagram after more than a decade. Together, they unpack the pull of doom-scrolling, the hidden costs ...
In this episode, Kristen shares how her first job at an ice cream shop became the foundation for the way she leads today. Earning just $5.25 an hour, she learned lessons far more valuable than her paycheck about accountability, empowering others, building trust, and the importance of consistency. Alongside the leadership insights are moments of nostalgia, a few ice cream secrets (like why vanilla is the ultimate test ...
In the season two premiere, Kristen warmly welcomes listeners back after an extended summer break, sharing a personal update and reflections from her “pause and playback” time. She recounts a summer filled with relaxation, growth, and memorable experiences, including a transformative book club trip, family vacations, concert adventures, pool days, and an impressive reading list. Kristen reflects on the lessons she lea...
In the final episode of Season One, Kristen reflects on the journey so far and invites listeners into a summer of rest, joy, and gentle reset. With her signature warmth and honesty, she shares what “pause and playback” means to her through book club retreats, unplugging from social media, revisiting childhood favorites (hello, Klondike bars), and soaking in the little things that spark joy.
She also revisits a few quot...
In this cozy, solo second-to-last episode of Season One, Kristen reflects on the journey so far using the classic journalist’s lens: Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How. From humble beginnings and a spark of curiosity to building confidence, community, and connection -- this episode is part memoir, part love letter to the listeners who’ve come along for the ride. Kristen shares behind-the-scenes reflections on launch...
In this cozy and candid episode, one of the final three of Season 1, Kristen shares her current top ten obsessions just like you’d swap recommendations with a close friend over coffee or on a sunny afternoon by the pool. From TV shows and beauty faves to NBA playoff talk and bookish adventures, it’s a peek into the little things bringing joy, comfort, and connection lately.
She opens up about the not-so-guilty pleasure...
In this heartfelt conclusion to the virtual book club series, Kristen is joined by Kelly and Alexis for one final conversation around Perfect Is Boring (and Tastes Like Kale) by Jess Johnston. Together, they unpack the book’s poignant epilogue and dive into the publisher’s reflection questions, exploring themes like vulnerability, community, and radical self-acceptance.
From the power of saying "me too" to bu...
In this empowering episode, Kristen welcomes Tiffany for a powerful conversation about financial health, abundance, and breaking free from the old narratives around women and money. Tiffany shares how society has conditioned women to play it safe with their finances while encouraging men to take risks, and why it's time to change that. They dive deep into the good girl mentality around spending, the guilt women o...
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.
The ...
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...
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