Send us a Message What does it really mean to live from a place of joy? And why does it feel so hard to access in the middle of everyday life? In this heartfelt and laughter-filled episode of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with transformational success coach and speaker Heather Vickery to explore the power of joy, midlife identity shifts, Human Design, and the radical permission to choose yourself. Together, we unpack: How to reclaim joy as a daily practice, not just...
Jun 24, 2025•50 min•Ep. 165
Send us a Message Ever have one of those weeks where everything feels just slightly (or wildly) off, even though you’re doing all the “right” things? In episode 164 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise unpack what it means to feel out of sync and how to gently find your way back to yourself. From discussing the difference between routine and rhythm , to navigating energetic overwhelm and foggy seasons, this episode is a compassionate invitation to slow down, listen inward, and ex...
Jun 17, 2025•46 min•Ep. 164
Send us a Message What if the key to powerful leadership isn’t more structure… but more soul? In this rich, heart-centered conversation, Kim and Louise are joined by coach, strategist, and recovering academic Taina Brown to explore what it really takes to lead as your whole self, especially in systems that reward fragmentation and performance. They unpack the impact of gatekeeping (from academia to coaching to the workplace), the myth of “getting it right,” and how somatics and play open new doo...
Jun 10, 2025•51 min•Ep. 163
Send us a Message In episode 162 of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil explore what it means to embrace being in a world that constantly demands doing . They unpack the tension between presence and productivity, and what it looks like to live in alignment without burning out. Together, they reflect on how growth doesn't have to be forced, it naturally unfolds when we’re present. Instead of chasing clarity, they show how you can find it by simply showing up as you are. T...
Jun 03, 2025•39 min•Ep. 162
Send us a Message In episode 161 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by Jordan Maney, Radical Joy Coach and founder of The Rest Lab . What unfolds is a spacious, heart-deep conversation about rest, not as a luxury, but as a radical act of remembrance, resistance, and return. Together, we explore what it really means to soften when you're used to holding on tightly, to be held when support feels foreign, and to allow joy even in a world full of pain. Throu...
May 27, 2025•52 min•Ep. 161
Send us a Message In episode 160 of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil kick things off with a playful conversation about last names—and before they know it, they’re deep in the heart of what it really means to name, claim, and embody who we are. Together, they explore how the way we introduce ourselves, our chosen labels, and even our casual answers to “Tell me about yourself” shape more than just conversation, they shape how we see ourselves and move through the world....
May 20, 2025•40 min•Ep. 160
Send us a Message In episode 159 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by the magnetic and mission-driven M. Shannon Hernandez—founder of the Joyful Business Revolution—for a real-talk conversation about redefining success, saying no to burnout, and building businesses that are fueled by joy, not pressure. From the streets of NYC to sacred silence in Bali, Shannon shares what it truly means to live and lead from a place of nothing to prove, nothing to lose....
May 13, 2025•47 min•Ep. 159
Send us a Message In episode 158 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil hit record mid-conversation—and trust us, you’ll be glad they did. What started as a check-in about feeling “wobbly” quickly unraveled into a rich, raw, and real exploration of how planetary shifts, inner pressure, and collective noise can leave us spinning... and how to come back to our center. Through personal stories, Human Design insights, and plenty of embodied wisdom, they unpack what it means t...
May 06, 2025•48 min•Ep. 158
Send us a Message What if the key to safer workplaces isn’t a new policy... but your own nervous system? In episode 157 of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil sit down with trauma consultant, speaker, and founder of Creaturae, Deborah Lee, for a deep conversation on embodied leadership, psychological safety, and the courage it takes to show up without the mask. Together, they unpack the hidden toll of performative leadership, why so many leaders are silently struggling, ...
Apr 29, 2025•56 min•Ep. 157
Send us a Message What do you get when you mix an American expat living in Canada, a lifelong Canadian, and a global identity crisis? You get this conversation—a raw, honest, and deeply human exploration of what it means to find your footing when the world feels anything but steady. In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise reflect on the personal and collective impact of nationalism, nervous system dysregulation, and the weight of staying informed in a world that just....
Apr 22, 2025•49 min•Ep. 156
Send us a Message In episode 155 of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil sit down with Stephanie Graham—filmmaker, photographer, and host of the Nosey AF podcast—for a conversation that celebrates creativity in all its messy, magical forms. Together, we explore how creativity fuels empowerment, how art can break down barriers, and why making space for self-expression (even in the mundane!) is more important than ever. We talk about everything from film school to the power...
Apr 15, 2025•49 min•Ep. 155
Send us a Message "It's just A LOT to deal with." If you've found yourself whispering (or screaming) those words lately, you're not alone—and this episode is for you. In episode 154 of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim Romain and Louise Neil open up about what it feels like when everything—from tech problems to creative projects—feels hard . From spinning plates and bubbling volcanoes to slow internet and overwhelmed brains, we get real about what it means to hold it all … and how to let som...
Apr 08, 2025•47 min•Ep. 154
Send us a Message In episode 153 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil are diving deep into a conversation with the incredible Adhya Rose—an efficiency and energetics coach who helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs create time freedom and streamline their businesses with ease. But this episode isn’t just about systems and structures (though we touch on those, too!). We explore authenticity, embodiment, alignment, and the power of allowing—because let’s be real, the journey ...
Apr 01, 2025•58 min•Ep. 153
Send us a Message In episode 152 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise explore the art of navigating difficult conversations while staying true to yourself. From intimate relationships to workplace interactions, they reveal what it takes to communicate with honesty, clarity, and compassion, even during emotionally charged moments. They discuss the critical role of self-awareness, identifying personal triggers, and creating mental space to respond thoughtfully rather than reactive...
Mar 25, 2025•49 min
Send us a Message In episode 151 of Empowered and Embodied , Kim and Louise dive into the powerful intersections of leadership, identity, and belonging with their incredible guest, Shoshana Allice. Shoshana is a neuro-inclusive leadership coach and consultant, committed to decolonizing leadership and fostering spaces where true belonging—not just fitting in—is possible. We explore the difference between belonging and fitting in, the armor we carry through life, and how our deeply ingrained syste...
Mar 18, 2025•58 min•Ep. 151
Send us a Message In episode 150 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with author, activist, and performer Susan Lieu to explore the weight of family expectations, intergenerational trauma, and the journey to reclaiming self-worth. Susan, author of The Manicurist’s Daughter and creator of the solo show 140 Pounds: How Beauty Killed My Mother , shares her deeply personal story of uncovering long-buried family secrets, navigating cultural pressures, and ultimately learnin...
Mar 11, 2025•55 min•Ep. 150
Send us a Message Episode 149 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Dr. Essence Deming-Rivers, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Director of Psychological Services at Customized Behavioral Healthcare. As a queer, chronically ill, neurodivergent woman of color, Dr. Essence brings a unique and powerful perspective to conversations on identity, emotional awareness, and belonging. Together, the trio explore the importance of emotional literacy, how to create brave sp...
Mar 04, 2025•57 min•Ep. 149
Send us a Message In episode 148 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise dive into a heartfelt conversation about intentionality—what it means, why it matters, and how we can bring more of it into our lives. From the giggles at the start to deep reflections on self-trust, collaboration, and navigating transitions, this episode is a reminder that autopilot living isn’t serving us anymore. Kim and Louise explore the importance of making choices on purpose, breaking free from old patte...
Feb 25, 2025•57 min•Ep. 148
Send us a Message In episode 147 of The Empowered & Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Becky Vollmer, a speaker, yoga teacher, and author to unpack what it truly means to be "stuck"—and more importantly, how to move beyond it. Through humor, vulnerability, and powerful insights, they explore self-trust, questioning societal expectations, and embracing personal evolution. As the creator of You Are Not Stuck, a movement that empowers people to pursue the lives they most deeply desire...
Feb 18, 2025•59 min•Ep. 147
Send us a Message In episode 146 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by Michele Heyward—engineer, tech CEO, and fierce advocate reshaping the landscape for Black, Latina, and Indigenous women in STEM. Michele shares her journey from her early days mentoring engineering students to leading a company that champions underrepresented voices in tech. She invites us to look beyond who fills our rooms to who waits at the threshold—a shift that transforms how we solve problems ...
Feb 11, 2025•57 min•Ep. 146
Send us a Message In this episode, co-hosts Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by Dennise M. Kowalczyk, also known as The Adventure Broad, for a deep and inspiring conversation about living life with intentionality, embracing joy, and reclaiming personal power at any stage of life. Together, they explore how we can detach from external expectations, combat self-sabotage, and make empowered choices by tuning into our inner wisdom. Dennise shares her journey of breaking free from limiting belie...
Feb 04, 2025•55 min•Ep. 145
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down for a heartfelt and insightful tête-à-tête, discussing how to navigate chaos with laughter, self-trust, and a deeper connection to ourselves. They explore what it truly means to connect with your body’s innate wisdom, heal from within, and embrace empowerment as a way of being. Through candid reflections and personal stories, Kim and Louise uncover how embodiment can guide us toward greater well-being, ...
Jan 28, 2025•44 min•Ep. 144
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise are joined by Steff Gallante, self-care coach, yoga teacher, and advocate for liberation and social justice. Together, they dive into the transformative power of self-liberation, exploring how we can create sustainable self-care practices, honor our energy, and embody our values in a world that often leaves us overwhelmed and disconnected. From navigating burnout to redefining rest and stepping into radical sel...
Jan 21, 2025•59 min•Ep. 143
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise are joined by somatic healer and certified love, sex, and relationship coach Melanie Bonk to explore how we can reconnect with our bodies, redefine pleasure, and embrace empowerment through sensuality. From separating sexuality from sensuality to uncovering the deep wisdom held in our bodies, Melanie shares her expertise in helping individuals and couples reclaim their birthright of ecstatic pleasure and connec...
Jan 14, 2025•55 min•Ep. 142
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Lizzy Palmer, founder of Sync N, about how syncing with our bodies can help us redefine empowerment and release the shame that keeps us from fully accepting ourselves. From breaking free of societal "shoulds" to finding strength in self-advocacy, Lizzy shares her journey as a fitness professional and entrepreneur in the femtech space. Together, they explore how embracing each phase of our cycle—ph...
Jan 07, 2025•46 min•Ep. 141
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise talk about being present, embracing uniqueness, emphasize the journey of self-discovery and the significance of trusting yourself. They explore how to navigate personal growth at your own pace—whether it’s marinating in your “idea babies” or finding joy amid life’s challenges. Together, they reflect on the lessons of 2024 and share insights for stepping into 2025 with curiosity, softness, and a deeper connection...
Dec 31, 2024•49 min•Ep. 140
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, we explore how to transform financial stress and embrace the journey toward abundance. Our guest, Amanda Neely, CFP®, CEO of Wealth Wisdom Financial and seasoned entrepreneur, shares her story of using intentionality, clarity, and community support to change her relationship with money. Together, we unpack the myths that hold us back, discuss practical steps for financial empowerment, and dive deep into how to navigate the “me...
Dec 24, 2024•53 min•Ep. 139
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , Kim and Louise sit down with Ramona Kossowan, founder of Ramona K Coaching, to explore how we can release trauma, reconnect with our intuition, and step into empowerment during life’s transitions. From navigating the fear of letting go to building safety within our bodies, Ramona shares her expertise as a gentle trauma release practitioner and empowerment coach. Together, we discuss the profound process of healing, embracing ...
Dec 17, 2024•48 min•Ep. 138
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show , co-hosts Kim and Louise take a heartfelt dive into the beauty of synchronicities, the transformative power of self-trust, and the journey of navigating personal and collective growth. Join us for a cozy and candid conversation exploring how intuitive insights can guide us, how cosmic shifts influence our inner and outer worlds, and why self-liberation is key to creating meaningful change. With humor, curiosity, and raw vulner...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 137
Send us a Message In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, we uncover what it truly means to find abundance, balance, and resilience in life’s messy middle moments. Our guest, Virginia Elder, founder of Podcast Abundance, opens up about her journey from financial stress and debt to building a thriving business helping amplify women’s voices in podcasting. Together, we explore how to embrace and navigate life's challenging transitions with intentionality, self-compassion, and community...
Dec 03, 2024•54 min•Ep. 136