Velvet's Edge with Kelly Henderson

Kelly sits down with astrologer Marvin Wilkerson to talk about the deeply emotional waters of the Cancer New Moon—how this lunation calls us to reflect on our inner world, self-image, and the stories we carry from childhood. But halfway through the episode, theory turns into practice as an unresolved issue from a past conversation resurfaces between Kelly and Marv—showing the exact astrology he was explaining ...

Welcome to Bookmarked by Reese’s Book Club — the podcast where great stories, bold women, and irresistible conversations collide! Hosted by award-winning journalist Danielle Robay, each week new episodes balance thoughtful literary insight with the fervor of buzzy book trends, pop culture and more. Bookmarked brings together celebrities, tastemakers, influencers and authors from Reese's Book Clu...

Piggybacking off Kelly’s conversation with dream expert Bonnie Buckner, she and Chip dive even deeper into the wild world of dreams—sharing personal dream stories (including Chip’s two recurring dreams and Kelly’s latest vivid vision), decoding what they might mean, and uncovering how dreams are actually one of the most underrated tools for creativity and clarity.

They also explore how billion...

Dr. Bonnie Buckner joins Kelly to explore the untapped power of your dreams—not just as nighttime entertainment, but as a tool for healing, clarity, and even creativity. Bonnie shares insights from her new book The Secret Mind and breaks down the different kinds of dreams we have, what they’re trying to tell us, and how to interact with them in a way that actually moves the needle in our lives.

They also dive ...

While Chip and Kelly take the week off, listen back to one of their all-time favorite episodes: “Revenge vs. Resilience: Why Failing Forward Is the Real Flex.”

In this throwback convo, they dive into society’s twisted relationship with success and unpack why failure isn’t something to hide—it’s something to honor. From Oprah to Steve Jobs, they explore how setbacks shaped some of the most powerfu...

We’ve all felt that fire—the urge to get even, to make someone feel the pain they caused us. But at what point does that fire start burning us? This week, Kelly sits down with Yale Psychiatry lecturer, lawyer, and author James Kimmel, Jr. to explore the gripping science behind revenge—and why it behaves more like an addiction than a rational choice.

In his new book The Science of Revenge, James reveals how holding...

In this follow-up to Kelly’s conversation with Human Design expert Emma Dunwoody, Chip comes in hot with all the beginner questions — because he’s never heard of Human Design (and has a lot of thoughts). From understanding what it actually is to figuring out if it’s helpful or just another “life hack,” Kelly and Chip unpack their personal takes on self-discovery, purpose, and whether society has ...

Master Coach, Human Behavior Specialist, and host of the Human Design Podcast, Emma Dunwoody is back for round 2—hi Emma! In this episode, we dive even deeper into the world of Human Design and its powerful tools for self-understanding and alignment. Whether you’re a total beginner or already obsessed, this conversation will give you fresh clarity on how to actually use Human Design in your everyday life.

We explore:

This episode was inspired by Wednesday’s astrology chat with Marvin Wilkerson, where Kelly and Marv got into a full-on (loving) debate about the difference between feelings, emotions, and intuition. It turns out… that convo kind of broke Kelly’s brain.

So today, Kelly and Chip are picking up the thread—trying to figure out what it actually means to move from a feeling (not an emotion, not a thought), and ho...

Master astrologer and coach, Marvin Wilkerson, joins Kelly for the June astrology forecast—and things get philosophical fast. Together, they explore the key astrological events of the month, including the Gemini New Moon, Sagittarius Full Moon, and the tense square between Saturn, Neptune, and Jupiter—which all challenge the way we think, believe, and perceive truth.

Marvin and Kelly also engage in a debate about what i...

Ever freeze up when someone asks, “So what do you do?” Same. This week, Kelly and Chip get real about the art of pitching yourself—whether you’re building a personal brand, applying for a job, or just trying to explain your vibe without sounding like a walking résumé.

We break down the essentials of crafting a compelling personal narrative (without the fluff), share our own branding growing pai...

Ever wonder how women land major deals, build powerful brands, and grow their businesses from scratch? In this episode, Kelly talks to Marty McDonald—founder of Boss Women Media and the Elle Olivia brand now featured in Target—about how to pitch yourself with confidence, define your personal brand, and make bold career moves.

They get real about what it actually takes to be an entrepreneur, how to use storytelling to gr...

Let’s be real—if you’re a human in the world, you’ve probably been triggered. In this episode, Kelly and Chip unpack what emotional triggers actually are, why they show up, and how they can be surprising (and even helpful).

Chip shares some honest moments about realizing his own triggers—and the shame that came with not seeing them sooner. Kelly reframes triggers as signs from our nervous system, not p...

Renowned therapist turned holistic life coach Michelle Chalfant joins the podcast to break down The Adult Chair model—her powerful framework for emotional healing and personal transformation. Michelle shares how to move from stuck to empowered by embracing the 5 core pillars of a healthy adult self: owning your reality, feeling your emotions, practicing self-compassion, understanding your triggers, and setting grounded bounda...

Think you’re just tired? It might be deeper than that. In this episode, Chip and Kelly explore the hidden causes of burnout—like invisible labor and the “tolerations” we quietly put up with every day. These small, constant energy leaks can lead to emotional exhaustion, mental fatigue, and even resentment. Chip also shares surprising signs of burnout that go way beyond physical tiredness. If you’ve been...

This week, Kelly sits down with Amina AlTai, a holistic business and career coach who is revolutionizing the way we think about work and purpose. Amina shares her inspiring journey from co-founding a successful branding agency to facing life-threatening burnout and two autoimmune diagnoses—all while grappling with a lack of boundaries and codependency in her career.

Now an executive coach for leaders at companies like Google,...

In this episode, Kelly breaks down the deeper meaning of Taurus energy for Chip—and how it’s showing up in real life. From the spiritual importance of rest to reconnecting with pleasure, presence, and what actually makes us feel good, this is a light but real conversation about why slowing down isn’t lazy—it’s powerful.

Kelly and Chip share their personal struggles with giving themselves permission to ...

Astrologer Marvin Wilkerson joins Kelly to break down the key astrology themes for May—and why this month is calling all of us to slow down, realign, and reconnect with what truly matters. From reevaluating your values and redefining success to finding joy in the present moment, this episode is full of grounded, practical wisdom for navigating change with clarity and grace.

Kelly and Marv explore how rest isn’t laziness...

In this follow-up to Kelly’s powerful conversation with relationship coach Marni Battista, Kelly and Chip dive into their own relationship histories to uncover the sneaky, self-sabotaging patterns that started way back in childhood. From dating addicts and emotionally unavailable partners to chasing chaos that felt like chemistry, they get honest (and laugh a little too) about the roles they played in their own heartbreak&mda...