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Alicast

Ali Bonarkween.co
On Alicast, we talk about juicy topics like body image, food, relationships, mindset, business, and beyond. Hosted by @alibonar.
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Kate Noel, @katenoel__: what it's *really* like to go through eating disorder treatment, binge eating, getting your period back

Welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar . Today I have the lovely Kate Noel on the pod (we did a podcast swap this week, so head over to her podcast to check out my episode that launches today!) We touch on: how the modeling industry fueled her eating disorder binge eating inpatient vs outpatient treatment getting her period back If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review! It helps other people find the podcast. We pick one review each week to win some free Granola Butter !...

Sep 01, 202141 min

Halle Burns, @ballehurns: the dark side of blowing up on TikTok, body image, veganism

Hi friends! Welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar . So excited to share this fun episode with Halle Burns of @ballehurns . She's such a sweet, down to earth gal & and I really enjoyed our conversation. We chat: How she blew up on TikTok The pros and cons to being in the public eye on social media Why she chooses to eat plant-based/vegan Her journey with body image & mental health And more! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review! We pick one review each week to win some free Granol...

Aug 18, 202150 min

Mia Swinehart, @gatherednutrition: how to blow up on TikTok, the real behind the scenes of a day in her life

Welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar !! I'm so happy to have you. Today we chat with Mia Swinehart of @gatherednutrition. She's an RD (registered dietitian) and knows a thing or two about making food look (and taste) good. We chat about: Her story: Hashimoto's, her path to nutrition Intuitive eating Blowing up on TikTok The real behind the scenes of a day in her life And more! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review! We pick one review each week to win free Granola Butter — it's a win-win...

Aug 11, 202137 min

Christina Grasso, @thepouf: why 'What I Eat in a Day' videos are problematic, feeling triggered, disordered eating in the fashion industry

Hey friends, welcome back to ALICAST with @alibonar . I am THRILLED to share this episode with Christina Grasso of @thepouf . She's absolutely incredible! We chat about: Her ups and downs with eating disorder recovery Why the fashion industry has a long way to go with regards to body image & disordered eating Why 'What I Eat in a Day' videos are problematic (you know how I feel about this one LOL) Who's responsible for your triggers: you, or the content creator? If you enjoyed this episode, ...

Aug 04, 202143 min

Kit Keenan, @kitkeenan: navigating post-grad crossroads, body image ups & downs, growing up as a real-life Gossip Girl

Hello beautiful friends! Welcome back to another episode of ALICAST, with @alibonar . Today I have the incredible Kit Keenan on the pod. Kit is a NYC-born & bred content creator, who's recently been featured on The Bachelor. In today's episode, we shoot the breeze on a bunch of stuff, including: Why are your early 20s so damn hard?! Navigating post-grad life Why she decided not to pursue fashion & follow in her mom's footsteps as a designer Growing up in NYC as a real life Gossip Girl Bo...

Jul 21, 202158 min

Jeannette Ogden, @shutthekaleup: on evolution, trauma, body image, and doing "the work"

Hello, friends! Welcome back to another episode of ALICAST, with @alibonar. Today I have on the incredible Jeannette Ogden of @shutthekaleup. She's a mom of two adorable boys, a movement enthusiast, and a content creator sharing her life online. We chat about: her recent focus on her mental health why 'doing the work' isn't sexy, but necessary how to find the right therapist why running away from your problems is never the answer setting boundaries on social media her body image story how her re...

Jul 14, 202145 min

Sophia Rose, @wellnesswithsoph: on weight gain, confidence & dating in LA 💋

Hello friends, welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar . Today we have the lovely Sophia Rose of @wellnesswithsoph . Sophia is a 24-year-old content creator living in LA, and one of the most authentic gals on the 'gram. We talk: her recent weight gain and why it was the healthiest thing she's could've done fatphobia in the medical community the dating scene in LA tips on confidence and hyping yourself up for a first date red flags while dating how to get back in the dating game after a COVID dry...

Jul 07, 202142 min

How to pick the perfect wedding dress, with the founders of Unveiled Bridal

Hi friends! Welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar. Today I'm chatting with Sarah Packer and Claire Keddington of Unveiled Bridal . They talk about their entrepreneurial journey, starting a business during a pandemic, and answering your burning wedding dress questions like: How far in advance should I start looking for a dress? How many people to bring with you? How to know when a dress is 'the one?' If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review! We pick one review each week to win some free Gran...

Jun 30, 202145 min

Eating more than your partner: how to deal 🤷‍♀️

Hi friends! Welcome back to ALICAST with @alibonar. Today we're chatting all about eating more than your partner. Why does society make you feel guilty for doing so? How to calm your anxiety? And most importantly, what would Eric say about the topic? 😉 If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review. We pick one review each week to win free Granola Butter!

Jun 23, 202114 min

PARASITES 101: what are they, how to know if you have one, how to get rid of them

Hello, friends! After my recent #parasitegate, my DM inbox was flooded. I knew I had to record a dedicated episode on the topic, so I brought on parasite expert and Naturopathic Doctor Tyler Jean ( @functional.foods ) to share his knowledge 😉 We chat: What's a parasite? Are they all bad? How do people get parasites? (hint: it's more common than you think!) How to treat parasites And more! This isn't sponsored, but my friends at Microbe Formulas/CellCore gave me a code for you guys. Use ALIBONAR...

Jun 16, 202142 min

5 actionable tips to handle 'summer body' anxiety 👙🌞

Hello friends! Welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar. Today we're talkin' all about getting 'bikini body ready' and the anxiety around summertime with regards to body image. I share big picture reframe tactics and 5 tangible tips to help you quell your summer anxiety. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love if you left a review! We pick one reviewer each week to win free Granola Butter 😎...

Jun 09, 202114 min

Why 'what I eat in a day' videos can be problematic 😬

Hi friends! Welcome back to ALICAST, with @ alibonar . Today we're talking about 'what I eat in a day' videos and why they can be problematic 🤷‍♀️I share my personal experience with having an obsession with these videos, and how to take your power back online. Leave a review for a chance to win free Granola Butter (!) We pick one winner every week to win a free jar.

Jun 02, 202110 min

Emma Abrahamson, @onecrazedfoodie: body dysmorphia, amenorrhea, disordered eating in the running industry

Hey friends! Welcome back to ALICAST. Today we're chatting with Emma Abrahamson of @onecrazedfoodie. Emma was a D1 runner at University of Oregon where she ran her personal best time of 4:39 for the mile (!) which realistically is probably half the time of my best mile LOL. While running collegiately, Emma experienced severe body dysmorphia and amenorrhea (lack of a menstrual cycle). Once she stopped running, she went through what she calls her 'second puberty,' and had a whole new set of body i...

May 26, 202151 min

I've gained weight lately — and for the first time in my life, I'm okay with it

I've gained some weight lately, and for the first time in my life, I'm okay with it. For years, I correlated weight gain with failure. Weight gain with shame. Weight gain with 'letting myself go.' But over the years and through my recovery, I learned that my worth isn't defined by my weight. More on this in today's episode 😉

May 19, 202111 min

Productivity hacks, social media tips, pitching investors with Natalie Barbu

Today I talk with Natalie Barbu : content creator & founder behind Rella & WeBloom. Natalie has been a content creator for 10 years, starting with YouTube when she was just 15 years old. Today we talk about productivity hacks that help her lead 2 businesses (!) and she shares her own social media tips for someone trying to get started. We then go a little more granular and discuss how to choose a cofounder, splitting equity and pitching investors. If you enjoyed this episode, please leav...

May 12, 202154 min

8 tips I've learned in 8 years of dating my partner 💋

Hi friends, welcome back to ALICAST with @alibonar ! Today, I'm sharing my 8 top tips I've learned since dating my partner Eric for the past 8 years. I'm no professional, but wanted to share my experience as I've learned A LOT, LOL. Whether you're single or in a relationship, hopefully this can help you in some way 😊 If this episode brought you value, I'd so appreciate a review. We pick one winner each week to win free Granola Butter , so it's a win-win-win XOXO...

May 05, 202129 min

What it's *really* like being an influencer: brand horror stories, how much I charge, and tips on how to grow your following online 💥

Hello friends! Welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar. Today I'm getting JUICY. Talkin' all things influencer marketing 😉Brand horror stories, how much I charge for posts, and tips on how to grow your following 💥 I take you from start to finish on what it's like working on sponsored campaigns — if you're interested in the influencer space or just curious, this is the episode for you 😏 If you enjoyed this episode, it'd mean the world if you left a review! We pick one reviewer each week to win...

Apr 28, 202135 min

Hashimoto's: what it is, how I was diagnosed & how I healed myself 🦋

Hey friends! Welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar . Today I'm talking all about my Hashimoto's journey: What it is How I was diagnosed How I healed Tips and resources If you enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate a review! It helps other people find the pod 😉 And (!) we pick one winner each week to win some free Granola Butter. It's a win-win-win....

Apr 21, 202132 min

If you've ever considered starting a company, this episode is a *must listen* 😮

Hey friends, welcome back to ALICAST. If you've ever considered starting your own business or were just interested in how it all works — this is the episode for you. We're chatting with Jennifer Barney, the founder and dynamo behind Barney Butter. She shares her story, both with business & body image, in this dynamic episode. You can find Jennifer ONLINE and her NEWSLETTER HERE . If you enjoyed today's episode, leave a review — we pick one winner each week to win some free granola butter ! X...

Apr 14, 202152 min

Can we normalize weight fluctuations?

Hey friends, welcome back to ALICAST, with @alibonar . Today we're talking about one of my favorite topics: weight fluctuations. Why weight fluctuations are demonized, yet inherently human. Why it's more glamorous to fluctuate downwards, yet socially unacceptable to fluctuate upwards. How you can begin to acknowledge and accept your weight fluctuations. If you enjoyed today's episode, leave a review — we pick one winner each week to win some free Granola Butter ! XO...

Apr 07, 202114 min

Priscilla Tsai, @cocokind: on skincare & redefining beauty industry standards

Welcome back to ALICAST. Today, I'm chatting with Priscilla Tsai, founder of Cocokind . Priscilla has built a skincare empire & is redefining what real skin looks like in the beauty industry. We get into her story, why skincare isn't superficial, how taking care of your skin comes from within.. and more. Follow Priscilla on @cocokind or @priscilla.tsai ! Don't forget to leave a review — we pick one winner each week to win some free Granola Butter . XO...

Mar 31, 202128 min

Victoria Garrick, @victoriagarrick: tangible tips on healing your relationship with food & is vulnerability online just a trend?

HELLO friends, welcome back to another episode of ALICAST, with @alibonar . Today I talk to the body image queen, Victoria Garrick . Victoria shares her journey with food and her body, and some tangible tips on healing your relationship with food. We also chat about vulnerability on social media and discuss: is it a trend, or here to stay? If you want to win some free Granola Butter , all you have to do is leave a review! We pick one winner every week to win a free jar ;) This episode is sponsor...

Mar 17, 202143 min

Christy Goldsby of Honey Mama's: entrepreneurship tips, being a female founder and living intuitively 🌸

Hey friends! Welcome to ALICAST, with @alibonar . I am so thrilled to share this conversation with my good friend Christy Goldsby, founder of Honey Mama's . Christy is such a beautiful, open & wise human — and she drops tons of knowledge bombs in this episode. If you're interested in entrepreneurship, intuitive living or just a fan of Honey Mama's, this is the episode for you 😉 Enjoyed the episode and want to win some free Granola Butter ? Leave us a review! We pick one winner each week to ...

Mar 10, 202147 min

BUSINESS Q&A: answering your burning business questions 🔥ft. my cofounder & partner Eric Katz

Hi friends! Kweencast is now ALICAST 🌸same juicy content, just a slightly different name 😉I also changed my instagram handle from @avokween to @alibonar — lots of changes lately! About a week ago, I asked you to comment your business questions on my instagram post, and you didn't disappoint ! I brought on my cofounder and partner Eric Katz to help answer your Q's 🎉 Love the pod? Leave a review — we pick one person every week to win free Granola Butter ! XO...

Feb 28, 202145 min

Can alcohol / marijuana cause binge eating? 🍸🍁

Hi friends, welcome back to Kweencast with @avokween . Today we're talkin' allll about being ~under the influence~ and how it can contribute to binge eating. If this is something you struggle with, this is the episode for you! Don't forget to leave a review — we pick one winner each week to win some free Granola Butter!

Feb 17, 202110 min

Making calories "worth it"

Hi friends! @avokween here — back with a short n sweet episode today about making calories "worth it." Someone DMed me about it, and it brought me back to a time when I was always trying to make my calories worth it. If that's something you've experienced too — this is the episode for you.

Feb 10, 20218 min

Listening to the clock vs. listening to your body 🕺

Hi, friends! Welcome back to Kweencast, with @avokween . Have you ever thought: "I can't eat after 8pm" or "11am is too early to eat lunch" ? This episode is 👉for you 👈 If you feel so inclined, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — we pick one winner each week to win some free Granola Butter !

Feb 03, 202116 min

Why binge eating isn't the problem — restriction is 😮 (and how you may be unknowingly restricting yourself)

Hey kweens, welcome back to Kweencast, with @avokween ! Today we're talkin' alllll about restriction. You may think of restricting as "eating 3 almonds a day," and think to yourself "that's not me! I eat a lot!" Well.. maybe. In this episode, I'm sharing all the different ways you may be potentially restricting yourself (emotionally, mentally, physically). Has Kweencast helped you? Share this podcast with a friend or leave a review ❤️...

Jan 27, 202117 min

All about skin: accutane, facials, the skincare line I swear by 💅

Welcome back to Kweencast with @avokween ! Today we're talkin' all things SKINCARE: Was my skin always "good" ? Would I recommend accutane? Lifestyle factors that help/hurt skin? Which skincare brand do I swear by? #notsponsored Don't forget to leave a review — we pick one winner every week to win free Granola Butter !

Jan 20, 202126 min

How to stop comparing what you're eating to what others are eating 🤔

Hi friends, welcome back to Kweencast with @avokween ! Today we're talkin' about a juicy topic — one that I still struggle with — the comparison trap. Comparing what you're eating to what others are eating 🍽 "If we all ate the same and exercised the same, we'd still look different." If you feel so inclined, leave a review and we pick one winner each week to win some free Granola Butter !...

Jan 13, 202114 min
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