Real Pod

The bride is back! Victoria’s best friend of 20 years, Aubrey Gavello, spills the tea on all things wedding planning and what it’s really been like stepping into her bridal era. They dive into the highs and lows of planning a wedding, the traditions Aubrey’s keeping (and skipping), and how she’s shifting into that marriage mindset. From how she knew her fiancé, Wood, was the one to navigating the whole merging-finances-or-...

Vic is yapping with The Gals on the Go! Danielle Carolan and Brooke Miccio (longtime YouTube creators and podcast co-hosts) join Victoria for a fun and honest conversation about what it’s really like to grow through your 20s. They talk about starting a business with your best friend, how their dynamic has evolved over time, and what it takes to keep both the friendship and the brand strong. Danielle opens up...

Vic is diving deep into all things style in this solo episode of Real Pod! After three years on a personal fashion journey, #VicsFits, she’s here to spill everything she’s learned - from the closet cleanout strategy that changed her life to the secrets of curating a wardrobe that actually makes outfit planning easy. Vic gets real about why she struggled with fashion after years as an athlete (practice shirts only...

Alencia Johnson joins Real Pod! Alencia is an award-winning cultural commentator, political strategist, and former senior advisor to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Now, she’s adding author to her resume with her new book Flip the Tables: The Everyday Disruptor's Guide to Finding Courage and Making Change. In this episode, Alencia and Victoria get real about how to stay hopeful in a wor...

Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, aka Dr. A, joins Real Pod for an absolute masterclass in women’s health! You may have seen her on Keeping Up with the Kardashians (yes, she delivered Khloe’s baby!), but today she’s here to drop life-changing knowledge on fertility, PCOS, endometriosis, and what you need to be asking your OBGYN. Dr. A shares her incredible journey from growing up in Iran during the revolution to beco...

Jeffrey Saad is back on Real Pod! The beloved chef, entrepreneur, optimist and family friend is here to share the life lessons that keep him grounded through the highs of success and the toughest lows of challenges. Jeffrey shares the difference between happiness and joy, how he reprogrammed his mindset to embrace every moment, and why optimism is the ultimate performance enhancer. He also reveals ...

Gabby Bernstein returns to Real Pod! The #1 New York Times bestselling author and spiritual teacher is back to dive deep into her new book, Self Help, and the transformational power of Internal Family Systems therapy. Gabby shares how befriending our inner “protector parts” can lead to self-healing, emotional freedom, and a greater sense of calm. Plus, she takes me through a live exercise (yes, I cry) that helped me u...

Victoria sits down with the one and only YiaYia for a heartwarming and deeply personal conversation about life, love, loss, and legacy. YiaYia shares the incredible journey that shaped her resilience, wisdom, and faith from her parents' arranged marriage in Greece to building a family in Chicago. She opens up about meeting Papou, their timeless love story, and why she never sought another partner after his passing. Plus, s...

Patrick Schwarzenegger is on Real Pod! The actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist—who just landed a role in The White Lotus Season 3—gets real about his career, personal growth, and navigating life in Hollywood with a famous last name. Patrick opens up about his approach to goal setting (inspired by his dad, Arnold Schwarzenegger!), the moment he stopped caring about proving himself to others, and the reality of...

Kellie Gerardi joins Real Pod! Kellie is a bioastronautics researcher, a trailblazing astronaut, and one of the first 100 women to fly to space. She’s here to talk about her incredible journey—both in orbit and on Earth—as she prepares for her second spaceflight. Kellie opens up about her IVF experience, the emotional toll of multiple miscarriages, and how she found resilience in the unknown. She also shares her perspectiv...

Victoria is back and into diving into all things Maid of Honor! After being a bride, bridesmaid, and now a Maid of Honor, Victoria shares her ultimate guide to slaying this role and making your best friend's big day unforgettable. From planning the bachelorette party of dreams (hello, Excel spreadsheets!) to handling tricky conversations about budgets and expectations, Victoria gets real about the joy, pressure, and p...

Victoria and Max are getting real about one of the biggest questions in their marriage: are we ready for kids? From funny moments (like a surprise pregnancy test freak-out) to deep conversations about how parenting might change their lives, they’re diving into it all. They chat about their timelines for starting a family, hilarious baby name debates, and how they imagine their parenting styles. Vic gets vulnerable about ba...

Shayla Mitchell, the powerhouse influencer and entrepreneur, joins RealPod for one of the most vulnerable and inspiring conversations yet! From starting as a paycheck-to-paycheck makeup artist to building a thriving brand, Shayla doesn’t hold back about her journey. She shares the struggles of navigating online criticism, how her childhood shaped her relentless drive, and the lessons she learned along the wa...

Vic is back with a heartfelt and chaotic solo update! From navigating the emotional toll of the LA fires to a major mindset shift for 2025, Vic opens up about the rollercoaster of emotions, self-discovery, and growth she’s been experiencing. She shares how she’s letting go of the constant climb for success, embracing staying grounded, and learning to stand up for herself—both online and offline—without letting ego take ove...

This episode originally aired in 2024.

We’re bringing back a favorite conversation all about one of life’s most important (and sometimes tricky) relationships: friendship! I’m joined by Danielle Bayard Jackson, Bumble For Friends' resident friendship guru, and she’s sharing all the secrets to making new friends, having deeper connections, and navigating those oh-so-tough conversations. From creating meaningful rituals to kn...

Jillian Turecki joins RealPod to dive deep into the complexities of love, relationships, and personal growth. A yoga teacher turned relationship coach, Jillian shares how her experiences, including a painful divorce and the loss of her mother, shaped her mission to help others. She discusses the insights behind her new book, It Begins With You: The Nine Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life, revealing...

Aubrey and Natalie return to Real Pod for the annual New Year’s reflection and goal-setting episode! Vic, Aubs, and Nat reflect on their goals from last year and share their successes and challenges. Aubrey opens up about her transition from real estate to full-time content creation and Natalie opens up about launching her new podcast "Demoted" and navigating an internet cancellation. They reflect on the importance of sett...

Abbie Herbert is on Real Pod! Abbie is a TikTok sensation with millions of followers, and she joins Vic to share her journey from modeling to social media stardom. She opens up about her struggle with alcohol addiction, the pivotal moment that led her to sobriety, and how she maintains a healthy and balanced life as a mother and influencer. Abbie reveals the behind-the-scenes reality of creating content with her husband Jo...

Kristina Saffran, the CEO of Equip, joins RealPod to share her journey from battling anorexia at a young age to co-founding Equip, a company revolutionizing eating disorder treatment with virtual care. Kristina shares the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to eating disorders, her personal struggle with anorexia starting at age 10, and the challenges she faced during recovery. She discusses the importance of...