• My In-Depth Conversation with a CIA Spy with Jonna Mendez
    Sep 11 2024
    The conversation I had with Jonna Mendez, former CIA Chief of Disguise, this week on the show was simply incredible. Jonna dives into her fascinating journey—from how she became a CIA agent to navigating the challenges of being a woman in the agency. She shares jaw-dropping stories, like her first encounter with a terrorist and a grenade being thrown at her. Jonna’s story is all about empowerment and walking boldly in your gifts and talents. Tune in and get ready to be inspired to step out of your comfort zone and into the next exciting chapter of your life. Jonna’s new book, In True Face: A Woman's Life in the CIA, Unmasked is out now! In this episode: How Jonna became a certified CIA agent What it was like being kidnapped by the CIA Jonna’s first encounter with a terrorist The mental toughness required in the CIA What it was like being a woman in the CIA Jonna Mendez, former Chief of Disguise for the CIA's Office of Technical Service, used her unique skills, including photography, to take on significant and challenging roles overseas. She is the bestselling coauthor of The Moscow Rulesand, and Argo. In her new memoir, In True Face, Jonna shares her riveting and courageous story as a female spy during the Cold War, revealing the high-stakes drama and perseverance needed to thrive in a male-dominated field. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: "I tell young women when I talk to them today, don't sit there and wait for them to give it to you. You take it.” - Jonna Mendez Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now. Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Jonna Mendez: Facebook Instagram Website Book: In True Face: A Woman's Life in the CIA New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Shopify Shopify is the global commerce platform that helps you sell at every stage of your business. Shopify makes it easy for you to show up exactly the way you want to. Customize your online store to your style with gorgeous, flexible templates and powerful tools. Just go to Shopify.com/kim and get a free trial for only $1 per month Ro Body You lose weight, it comes back. You lose it again. It comes back again. If this cycle sounds familiar to you, there’s a better, more sustainable way to lose weight. Over 200,000 people have already chosen Ro to help them lose weight. Average weight loss is 15-20% in 1 year, with healthy lifestyle changes. BMI and other eligibility criteria apply. Go to https://www.ro.co/kim and pay just $99 for your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • The Gen Z CEO Who Built a Candy Empire with Alina Morse
    Sep 4 2024
    This week on our Women in Business series, we’re joined by Alina Morse, CEO of Zolli Candy, a sugar-free candy company she founded at 7. At 19, Alina has made a significant impact with her mission-driven candy that promotes better oral health for kids. Hear how she overcame challenges and rejection, and now uses her success to give back and bridge generational gaps. Alina offers practical advice on starting a business, the importance of passion, and the power of resilience. If you’re interested in entrepreneurship or need motivation to pursue your goals, this episode is for you! In this episode: How Alina started her business at 7 years old How Alina handles failure and rejection Advice for kickstarting your business How Alina is using her success to give back to the community Generational misunderstandings and Gen-Z slang Alina Morse is the CEO and Founder of Zolli Candy, a mission-driven, sugar-free candy company she started at just 7 years old. She is also the CEO and Founder of the Million Smiles Initiative. Alina is the youngest person ever to appear on the cover of Entrepreneur Magazine and the youngest to be featured in the Inc. 5000. She is currently a student at Michigan State University, Class of 2027. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: "You have to go in all the way, guns ablazing, and put your butt on the line, and you can make amazing things happen." - Alina Morse Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now. Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Alina Morse: Instagram Million Smiles Initiative Zolli Candy LinkedIn New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Factor Factor is America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit. You’ll save time, eat well, and tackle everything on your to-do list this summer. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/kim50 and use code kim50 to get 50% off your first box! Plus get 20% off your next month while your subscription is active! Ro Body You lose weight, it comes back. You lose it again. It comes back again. If this cycle sounds familiar to you, there’s a better, more sustainable way to lose weight. Over 200,000 people have already chosen Ro to help them lose weight. Average weight loss is 15-20% in 1 year, with healthy lifestyle changes. BMI and other eligibility criteria apply. Go to https://www.ro.co/kim and pay just $99 for your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Rewrite the Story You Tell Yourself with Katie Horwitch
    Aug 28 2024
    This week, we kick off our series on Women in Business with Self-Talk Activist Katie Horwitch. Katie specializes in transforming negative self-talk into lasting positive change. In this episode, we'll discuss types of negative self-talk, how to identify them, and practical tools for improvement. Katie is dedicated to empowering women by reshaping their inner dialogues to foster self-awareness and personal growth. If you're looking to make meaningful changes in your life and career, this episode is for you! Katie's new book is out now: Want Your Self: Shift Your Self-Talk and Unearth the Strength in Who You Were All Along In this episode: How to change negative self-talk with practical tips How negative we normalize self-talk and self-deprecation How to build self-trust How to overcome self-doubt in the workplace How to empower young girls Katie Horwitch is a nationally-recognized author, speaker, mindset coach, and self-talk activist. She is the founder of WANT: Women Against Negative Talk, a platform that gives women tips, tools, motivation, and inspiration to move forward fearlessly in their lives by shifting their negative self-talk patterns. Katie has been featured by SXSW, Lululemon, The Cut, mindbodygreen, Livestrong, and more, has coached some of the world’s most prominent brands and leaders on building confidence and creating impact, and has been praised by CNN as a “woman empowering others around the world.” As the host of the long-running self-talk podcast WANTcast: The Women Against Negative Talk Podcast, Katie tackles subjects like loneliness, jealousy, and self-worth, and interviews visionary women about taking a proactive approach to life’s high highs and low lows. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: "With authenticity and integrity comes self trust. Self trust means that you are good for your word.” - Katie Horwitch Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now. Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Katie Horwitch: Instagram Website Podcast: WANTcast Women Against Negative Self Talk Book: Want Your Self: Shift Your Self-Talk and Unearth the Strength in Who You Were All Along New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Shopify Shopify is the global commerce platform that helps you sell at every stage of your business. Shopify makes it easy for you to show up exactly the way you want to. Customize your online store to your style with gorgeous, flexible templates and powerful tools. Just go to Shopify.com/kim and get a free trial for only $1 per month Ro Body You lose weight, it comes back. You lose it again. It comes back again. If this cycle sounds familiar to you, there’s a better, more sustainable way to lose weight. Over 200,000 people have already chosen Ro to help them lose weight. Average weight loss is 15-20% in 1 year, with healthy lifestyle changes. BMI and other eligibility criteria apply. Go to https://www.ro.co/kim and pay just $99 for your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Stay Vibrant and Healthy as You Age with Joy Bauer
    Aug 21 2024
    This week, nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer joins us with an easy-to-follow guide to a healthier, more vibrant life at any age. She highlights the importance of mindset—understanding your motivations and deciding to change. She shares practical tips on how to take charge of your nutrition, make smart food choices, and maintain your vitality as you age. Don’t miss her advice on thriving and becoming your best self, no matter when you start! In this episode: How to develop a weight loss mindset How to set realistic weight loss goals How to satisfy cravings with healthy food choices How to read food labels like a nutritionist How to grow old with vitality Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN, is one of the nation’s leading health authorities. Widely recognized as the nutrition and healthy lifestyle expert on NBC’s TODAY show, Joy has become a trusted source for millions of people looking to live their best and healthiest life. She is a #1 New York Times bestselling author with 14 bestselling books to her credit. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: “You don’t just want to grow old. You want to grow old with oomph and vigor and vitality.” - Joy Bauer Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now. Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Joy Bauer: Website BeJoyly Facebook Instagram New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Shopify Shopify is the global commerce platform that helps you sell at every stage of your business. Shopify makes it easy for you to show up exactly the way you want to. Customize your online store to your style with gorgeous, flexible templates and powerful tools. Just go to Shopify.com/kim and get a free trial for only $1 per month Many Hands Many hands is a non-profit that is working to alleviate hunger in metro-Atlanta. 100% of donations to toward buying food and feeding hungry people. Please make a donation here: https://manyhandsproject.org/donate/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Embrace Every Moment with Sandra Lee
    Aug 14 2024
    This week, we’re joined by Sandra Lee—a fierce businesswoman, cancer survivor, and home and lifestyle expert. From overcoming breast cancer to living life without regrets, Sandra shares her inspiring journey and positive mindset. We also discuss beauty secrets and her new Netflix show, "Blue Ribbon Baking Championship." If you're feeling stuck, this episode is your wake-up call—life is too short not to make a change! Sandra’s new Netflix show is out now: Blue Ribbon Baking Championship In this episode: How state fairs shaped Sandra’s career Motivation and mindset tips for success How to live a more fulfilled life without regrets Sandra’s beauty secrets Sandra’s favorite kitchen gadgets and pantry essentials Sandra Lee is a Gracie and multiple Emmy® Award-Winning advocate, philanthropist, and internationally acclaimed home life expert. A bestselling author of 27 books, she is the Editor in Chief of Sandra Lee Magazine and Sandralee.com. Sandra has hosted numerous popular TV programs on networks like ABC, NBC, FOX, Food Network, HGTV, and Discovery Family, reaching 63 countries. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: “Get out of bed, drink your coffee, get your sweet tea, and go to work.” - Sandra Lee Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now. Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Sandra Lee: Facebook Instagram Website Blue Ribbon Baking Championship New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Factor Factor is America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit. You’ll save time, eat well, and tackle everything on your to-do list this summer. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/kim50 and use code kim50 to get 50% off your first box! Plus get 20% off your next month while your subscription is active! Many Hands Many hands is a non-profit that is working to alleviate hunger in metro-Atlanta. 100% of donations to toward buying food and feeding hungry people. Please make a donation here: https://manyhandsproject.org/donate/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Fame, Fashion, and Family with Melissa Rivers
    Aug 7 2024
    Melissa Rivers is a cultural icon, known for her work as a TV star, producer, and award-winning writer. As the daughter of comedian Joan Rivers, Melissa offers a unique perspective on life in the spotlight. In our candid conversation, she shares hilarious stories about embarrassing herself in front of Peyton Manning, growing up with famous parents, and how "Fashion Police” got started. Melissa also opens up about navigating grief and how she’s preserving her mother's legacy. Tune in for an inspiring glimpse into the world of one of entertainment's most fascinating figures! Make sure to listen to Melissa’s podcast: Melissa Rivers' Group Text Podcast In this episode: How "Fashion Police" got started What it was like growing up with famous parents Hilarious celebrity encounters Challenges of navigating grief and loss How Melissa is preserving her mother's legacy Melissa Rivers is an award-winning host, reality TV star, actress, and executive producer known for her work in fashion and pop culture. She’s the New York Times bestselling author of "Lies My Mother Told Me: Tall Tales from a Short Woman." Her podcast, "Melissa Rivers Group Text," covers celebrity interviews, current events, lifestyle, relationships, and more. Melissa is best known for creating the modern Red Carpet Event Brand and co-hosting E!'s "Fashion Police." She supports charities like Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services and Our House Grief Support Center. In her spare time, she enjoys tennis, skiing, surfing, and occasionally sleeping. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: "My mother used to say, I do not want to live a day past where I can't wash out my own underwear." - Melissa Rivers Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Suicide, Drug Abuse and Mental Health Resources: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Substance Use Resources for Adolescents and Young Adults Get Help for Substance Abuse Rehab Centers Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Melissa Rivers: Facebook Podcast Instagram Website Book: Lies My Mother Told Me: Tall Tales from a Short Woman New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Midi Health Midi is a virtual care clinic on a mission to bring compassionate, high-quality medical care to women. Head to https://www.joinmidi.com/ Ro Body You lose weight, it comes back. You lose it again. It comes back again. If this cycle sounds familiar to you, there’s a better, more sustainable way to lose weight. Over 200,000 people have already chosen Ro to help them lose weight. Average weight loss is 15-20% in 1 year, with healthy lifestyle changes. BMI and other eligibility criteria apply. Go to https://www.ro.co/kim and pay just $99 for your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • Does My Family Have Good Etiquette? Featuring Etiquette Expert Nick Leighton
    Jul 31 2024
    This week etiquette expert Nick Leighton is on the show and he brought some of the most hilarious etiquette faux pas from his hit podcast, "Were You Raised by Wolves?" Amy and Allisyn also call in with etiquette questions about my family, and Nick helps me see etiquette in a whole new way. If you want to learn the etiquette of surprise parties, hugging, telling kids they smell, tipping, family vacations, and public foot touching, then you’re in the right place. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: "We live in a society and we have to deal with other people. And so in order for that to work, for the machinery to be lubricated, etiquette is that lubrication. Etiquette at the end of the day is just that other people exist." - Nick Leighton Listen to Nick's fantastic and hilarious etiquette podcast, Were You Raised By Wolves? Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Nick Leighton: Website Podcast Instagram New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Many Hands Project Many hands is a non-profit that is working to alleviate hunger in metro-Atlanta. 100% of donations to toward buying food and feeding hungry people. Please make a donation here: https://manyhandsproject.org/donate/ Shopify Shopify is the global commerce platform that helps you sell at every stage of your business. Shopify makes it easy for you to show up exactly the way you want to. Customize your online store to your style with gorgeous, flexible templates and powerful tools. Just go to Shopify.com/kim and get a free trial for only $1 per month FACTOR is America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit. You’ll save time, eat well, and tackle everything on your to-do list this summer. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/kim50 and use code kim50 to get 50% off your first box! Plus get 20% off your next month while your subscription is active! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • BFFs Hormones and Mental Health with Grey's Anatomy Star Camilla Luddington
    Jul 24 2024
    On this week’s episode I have a heartfelt and hilarious chat with Camilla Luddington about the pressures of social media, the unpredictable world of acting, and the importance of mental health care. We talk about PMDD, balancing family and career, losing her British accent, and the complicated friendship dynamics of TV actresses. Plus, don't miss our rapid-fire questions, where Camilla dishes on everything from her morning ritual on the set of Grey’s Anatomy, to her love for the movie "Bridesmaids" and her celebrity crush on Ryan Gosling. Buckle up buttercup, because if this episode is one of my favorites. Make sure to listen to Camilla's podcast: Call It What It Is Here is my favorite quote from this episode: “Being a mother is fantastic… most days” - Kim Gravel Do you want to hear your voice on the show? Call me and leave me a voicemail at 404-913-6460 and let me know why you love who you are! There is BONUS CONTENT in our free newsletter so make sure to subscribe at https://www.kimgravelshow.com Collecting Confidence, my best-selling book is now available in paperback with a brand new discussion guide! Click this link to buy it now Join my Love Who You Are movement at https://lwya.com Connect with Me: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Website Connect with Camilla Luddington: Instagram TikTok Call It What It Is Podcast New episodes of The Kim Gravel Show drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Support our show by supporting our Sponsors: Many Hands Project Many hands is a non-profit that is working to alleviate hunger in metro-Atlanta. 100% of donations to toward buying food and feeding hungry people. Please make a donation here: https://manyhandsproject.org/donate/ Midi Health Midi is a virtual care clinic on a mission to bring compassionate, high-quality medical care to women. Head to https://www.joinmidi.com/ FACTOR is America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit. You’ll save time, eat well, and tackle everything on your to-do list this summer. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/kim50 and use code kim50 to get 50% off your first box! Plus get 20% off your next month while your subscription is active! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 mins