Episodes

  • S2, E1: Snails + Scents
    Oct 20 2022

    For our first episode of our second season, we go over our new format (video!), the new faces (Michele!), and break down our Top Three on The LOU List. Then, we sit down with Aaryn from MYND Scent Co. to discuss her businesses, candle making, mental health coping skills, and her favorite fall scents to cultivate a cozy vibe.

    Aaryn's Socials: @myndscentco www.myndscentco.com Be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts so you don't miss out on our weekly episodes! Video podcast option available on Spotify and on our YT page. Find us on Instagram @lifeopensup

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Dressed in Black
    Jul 6 2022

    Hello, everyone! We are back without a special Torrie and Leigha intro, but alas, we will return together next time with a longer rundown on all things summer. Today's episode features Sidney and Christina of The O'Noir Foundation and how they're working to help the LGBTQIA youth in the area of Pittsburgh and beyond. They have so many events lined up to help raise funds, so be sure to check them out!

    Social Links: Website + Tickets: https://theonoirfoundation.com/ Instagram: @theonoirfoundation Sidney's Insta: @therestaurantbrokerpgh Christina's Insta: @stylebychristina *Note: Sidney discusses how the upcoming Bubbles & Brunch on July 30 will be at G's on Liberty, BUT there has since been a venue change. That event on July 30 will now be at Frances/Franks Bar & Grille, 728 Copeland St. in Pittsburgh!

    Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss future episodes! Follow us on Instagram: @lifeopensup (Hosts: @torrie_lamantia + @lifeofleigha) Subscribe to our website: lifeopensupco.com

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    26 mins
  • Knocking Out Human Trafficking
    Jun 3 2022

    We are both back! We took a little time off for our first live event in May, but with summer hours comes more time with your favorite podcasting girls! We catch up on all things life before we get to our interview with Stephanie, a family lawyer and board member on The Asservo Project, a local organization fighting against human trafficking. It's a heavy conversation, but they're doing such amazing things, and you don't want to miss the conversation. Also, they are holding a boxing event downtown at The Priory where ALL of the proceeds (tickets, drinks, food, etc.) go to The Asservo Project, so snag your tickets at the link below.

    Link for Tickets: https://runsignup.com/TicketEvent/KnockoutTrafficking/Page/Info Instagram: @theasservoproject Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theasservoproject/

    Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss future episodes! Follow us on Instagram: @lifeopensup (Hosts: @torrie_lamantia + @lifeofleigha) Subscribe to our website: lifeopensupco.com

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    49 mins
  • Cheesy Chats
    Apr 22 2022

    On this solo-Torrie episode, we have a chance to breakdown the details of our upcoming event, Pelvic Floor + Pinot, before sitting down to chat with one of our cheesiest vendors, Katie Cheddar. She talks about how she went from being a full-time mom and accountant to adding in a charcuterie business and soon, a store called Sustainafill. She is truly one of the sweetest guests yet, so you don't want to miss this!

    Katie's Socials: @olivethecheddarboards www.olivethecheddarboards.com

    Link for PF+Pinot Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/yute7b6r

    Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss future episodes! Follow us on Instagram: @lifeopensup (Hosts: @torrie_lamantia + @lifeofleigha) Subscribe to our website: lifeopensupco.com

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    28 mins
  • Spring Cleaning
    Apr 1 2022

    BOTH of your girls are back for a special (partial) video podcast episode to celebrate our first double-digit episode -- it's finally here...episode TEN! We decided to go completely off script, come to you unfiltered, and simply catch up how our lives have (duh) opened up since Leigha was last on the show. Then, Torrie sits down with Alex from Living Simply PGH to get us all in the mood for one of our least favorite tasks...cleaning. We promise you that Alex makes it sound doable, ever so slightly fun, and will have you feeling ready to tackle your organizational goals!

    Alex's Socials: @livingsimplypgh www.livingsimplypgh.com

    Link to the VIDEO Podcast: Coming Soon! Tickets for the May Event: https://tinyurl.com/yute7b6r

    Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss future episodes! Follow us on Instagram: @lifeopensup (Hosts: @torrie_lamantia + @lifeofleigha) Subscribe to our website, too: lifeopensupco.com

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    56 mins
  • Styling for Self-Confidence
    Mar 18 2022

    Torrie sits down with a special guest co-host for a chat on all things female fashion before we "dive right in" to our interview with Liz from Rise Styling. Liz talks about her business, her passion for fashion (we had to say it!), and how styling a woman is truly a work of art for her.

    Liz's Socials: www.risestyling.com @rise.styling

    Link to the VIDEO Podcast: https://youtu.be/CnhkOKM6-d8 Tickets for the May Event: https://tinyurl.com/yute7b6r

    Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss future episodes! Follow us on Instagram: @lifeopensup (Hosts: @torrie_lamantia + @lifeofleigha) Subscribe to our website, too: lifeopensupco.com

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    42 mins
  • Wellness & Self-Worth
    Mar 4 2022
    Join us for another "solo-Torrie" episode where I sit down with Lauren from LUX Fitness to share about her journey with health and wellness and how that can influence our confidence and self-worth in the best way. She went from working in one of the top fitness cities to owning her own gym that went virtual during Covid and is now a huge community of inspiring, inclusive women! This is THE studio that helped me "get my body back" after Enzo, but I dig a little deeper on what I mean by that in this episode, so be sure to listen along as we discuss how fitness and reaching healthy goals can help your life open up! Lauren + LUX Socials: LUX Website: luxfitnessstudio.com LUX Insta: @luxfitnessstudio Lauren's Insta: @laurenrasky Want to be an upcoming guest co-host? Reach out on our website or message us on Instagram! Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss future episodes! Follow us on Instagram: @lifeopensup (Hosts: @torrie_lamantia + @lifeofleigha) Subscribe to our website, too: lifeopensupco.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lifeopensup/support
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    44 mins
  • Money Talks
    Feb 21 2022
    During this special solo episode with just Torrie as your host, we are "diving in" (should we trademark this phrase now?!) with Sydney, owner of Know Your Worth, The Maverick, and even The North Hills Golf Academy; she does it all! We talk finances, budgeting, what you can cut out, AND (even better) what you don't need to cut out! Join us for this fun financial pep talk that we all could use in our lives! Sydney's Socials: @knowyourworth_pgh @themaverickpgh @sydneylconway Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss future episodes! Follow us on Instagram: @lifeopensup (Hosts: @torrie_lamantia + @lifeofleigha) Subscribe to our website, too: lifeopensupco.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lifeopensup/support
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    47 mins