Imperfect Podcast
Wellness, personal development, and activism conversations with mental health experts, human trafficking survivors/activists, and inspiring thought leaders. Helping others and caring for yourself go hand in hand, and the relationship between the two is essential for sustainably making an impact. The Imperfect mission is to fill up your cup, share information about important issues, and empower you to do great things. We are all imperfect people living in an imperfect world, so come as you are-- imperfections included. Get inspired, own your worth, and change the world.
Episodes
July 30, 2023 • 64 mins
Today is the UN's World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and, in honor of that, Hillary Caitlin and I had a discussion about the issue and how to get involved. Hillary Caitlin is an actress, activist, content creator, sister, aunt, and friend. She has spent years working with survivors of human trafficking and, through that work, has developed a profound understanding of this injustice. It has also helped her understand the impor...
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January Donovan is a national speaker, entrepreneur, #1 best-selling author, Mindset and Skill-Set Trainer and Self-Worth Strategist. She is also the founder of the Woman School, giving women practical tools into a life of wholeness.January has developed a unique program that trains women to overcome their self-worth battles by rewiring their worth through rewiring their brains, helping them to master the skills they need to expand...
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January 31, 2023 • 81 mins
Nikko is an entrepreneur, producer, and wellness advocate. Through her journey with multiple sclerosis, she has developed a profound understanding of identity, wellness, and what it really means to prioritize health and healing. She has found purpose in helping those living with chronic conditions, and is giving back through what she's learned during her own journey. In this episode, we discuss:- What do you put your identity in?- ...
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January 10, 2023 • 76 mins
Laverne Delgado is an activist, speaker, artist, and Executive Director of Freedom and Fashion. Laverne has a love for young people overcoming human trafficking and other injustices – and has built her life around serving them. We discuss:- How to rewire your thoughts- Healing trauma and self-limiting beliefs- Finding healing through the arts- The power of curiosity over judgment- Finding your voice to speak out against injustice- ...
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November 29, 2022 • 51 mins
Kristen Dalton Wolfe is a former Miss USA who helps women step into the radiance of their true identity. Kristen and her husband, Kris Wolfe are based in Los Angeles and run men and women’s ministries, retreats and conferences. They speak regularly in churches, conferences, events and universities. Kristen is a TV host and author. In this episode, we discuss...Nurturing identity, worth, and valueIdentifying purposeHolding strong to...
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November 15, 2022 • 54 mins
Taylor Newendorp is a licensed clinical professional counselor and the founder and president of Chicago Counseling Center, which specializes in the treatment of OCD, Perfectionism, and Anxiety Disorders. He is also the author of "The Perfectionism Workbook: Proven Strategies to Break Free from Perfectionism and Achieve Your Goals". In addition, he is a scientific advisor and regional clinical director for the therapy app NOCD (whic...
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November 1, 2022 • 84 mins
Benji Nolot is the CEO and founder of Exodus Cry, a nonprofit committed to abolishing sex trafficking and breaking the cycle of commercial sexual exploitation. Benji has also been a featured speaker at the United Nations and is an award-winning filmmaker. In everything that he does, he is driven by a conviction that every person should be free. In this episode, we discuss:How to protect children and the future generationsStriking ...
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Angela Blair is an on-air television producer, personality and host featured on ExtraTV, Fox Sports, NBC, Miss Texas USA and more. Angela is married to former MLB player Carson Blair, where their love story and decision to wait for marriage has inspired young people around the world. She currently hosts a top ranked podcast show called "All Strings Attached" -- which explores dating, love and sex, and how to balance a modern world ...
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Alan Smyth and Jessica Midkiff are anti-human trafficking activists and co-authors of “Men! Fight for Me: The Role of Authentic Masculinity in Ending Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking”. Alan serves as the Executive Director for Saving Innocence, an anti-human trafficking, community-based organization focused on the recovery and restoration of child victims of sex trafficking. As a man, Alan has seen how important his male voice i...
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February 21, 2022 • 66 mins
Father Martin Padovani is a priest, psychotherapist, speaker, and author. He has been a priest for over 60 years, and also has a masters degree in counseling. In his counseling ministry, he has had a great impact providing marriage counseling and helping people deal with psychological problems. In this episode, we discuss:The intersection between faith and psychologyHow to embrace our emotions and humannessHow expressing emotions c...
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January 25, 2022 • 33 mins
What is human trafficking? Is human trafficking real? Does trafficking happen in the United States? There is so much misinformation about trafficking, and misunderstandings about how it actually occurs today. In reality, there are 40.3 million victims worldwide, and trafficking is happening in all 50 United States. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and in honor of spreading awareness, we've compiled some of the most inf...
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January 10, 2022 • 60 mins
Kait Warman is a relationship coach, best-selling author, and founder/host of the Heart of Dating Podcast. Her book, "Thank You For Rejecting Me: Transform Pain into Purpose and Learn to Fight for Yourself" walks through the journey of rejection and equips listeners to channel it in a way that is productive, healing, and transformative. We also discuss:- Rejection as a self-fulfilling prophecy- What is self-rejection and how does i...
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December 20, 2021 • 27 mins
Part 2 of my conversation with Iridescent Women co-founder Nicole Smithee provides insight into loss, grief, and disappointment. We share stories of personal loss and grief, including a miscarriage that Nicole faced earlier this year. She shares what she learned during her grieving process, including that it's okay to not be okay. We also discuss:Processing grief on your own timelineRedefining stigma and expectation of grief"It's o...
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Iridescent Women is an online platform and community is committed to awakening and championing the brilliance of every woman through honest conversations and authentic connections. Today I am joined by co-founder Nicole Smithee as we discuss her journey to start Iridescent Women, overcoming challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to foster impactful mentorship. We also cover:- How to have true influence- How to find impactful mento...
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November 29, 2021 • 58 mins
How do you endure difficult times? How do you remain hopeful while waiting for breakthrough? How do you keep moving forward when your plans don't work out? Cam Scott is an actor, writer, and director who has had to grapple with all of these questions. We discuss how we've both endured challenging seasons, especially in relation to his career. We also compare man vs woman perspectives on dating and the current culture. We also discu...
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November 22, 2021 • 46 mins
How do you handle drama, jealously, and competition? What about "mean girls"?Lauren Smolka is an actor, former pageant contestant, and dear friend who has had to deal with all of these things throughout her life--from friendships, to competing in Miss America and Miss USA, to now being in the highly competitive entertainment industry. In this episode, we share stories about dealing with drama and bullying, and how we've learned t...
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November 15, 2021 • 48 mins
How to have hard conversations? How to handle conflict and confrontation? How to communicate clearly? These are questions Sophie Beren, founder and CEO of The Conversationalist, discuss in this episode. We also discuss:- How to find your voice- Quieting negative thoughts/self-limiting beliefs - How to handle conflict and difficult conversations- Eliminating echo chambers- How to gain perspective through conversation - Setting bound...
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November 8, 2021 • 74 mins
What is OCD, actually? How can I manage my anxiety and obsessive thoughts? Therapist Jenna Overbaugh answers these questions and discusses techniques to manage anxiety and OCD. We cover:- What are obsessions and compulsions?- What are intrusive thoughts?- How to break the pattern of debilitating anxiety and ruminating thoughts- Signs of OCD, and how to diagnose it- Different types of OCD- How to identify and challenge core fears- E...
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November 1, 2021 • 44 mins
Why am I always fatigued and bloated? Why do I feel stuck emotionally and physically? Why isn't this "diet" working? Certified Integrative Nutrition Health coach Jane Green addresses all of these commonly asked questions and more. Her mission is to help women free themselves from the cycle of control & guilt in their relationship with food, exercise, and self-care. We also discuss: How to have healthy relationships with oursel...
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Human trafficking is happening all over the world, and in our backyards. It is estimated that there are 40.3 million victims of human trafficking globally. Today's guest, Sarah Godoy, is a leader in the anti-trafficking space and, in 2017, she was named number 20 of the top 100 Human Trafficking and Slavery Influence Leaders. Sarah is a doctoral student, graduate research assistant, and Royster Fellow at the University of North Ca...
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