Are you someone who has been on birth control for years yet doesn’t really understand its long term effects? How familiar are you with your cycle? Did you know that having horrible PMS symptoms is NOT normal and due to hormone imbalances that we can fix through lifestyle adjustments in each phase of our cycle? Unfortunately, women haven’t been well-informed about our own bodies, but it’s time to take our power back and equip ourselves with knowledge of how our bodies can function their best. And...
Jan 31, 2023•51 min
Get ready for some laughs as we dive into our personal unpopular opinions. This IS a comedy podcast after all, right?! First, it’s dating story time with Raeann as she shares the awkward moment she had on a recent date in NYC. Kristina’s also sharing an update about what she’s trying to accomplish before baby #2 arrives and how she’s feeling in her body. Then, Raeann and Kristina share their unpopular opinions on foods, traditions, trends, habits, places and celebrities they think are overrated....
Jan 24, 2023•55 min
Welcome Ashley and Taryne, fellow besties turned podcast co-hosts of Unsolicited Advice podcast, to the Confident Collective! We love hearing Ashley and Taryne’s amazing advice and perspectives as we tackle some complex and interesting scenarios and give our advice. We'll be discussing everything from navigating the dating scene & confidently setting boundaries after going through physical changes to reigniting the spark in your long term relationship. We all have unique insights to share ba...
Jan 17, 2023•1 hr 4 min
We’re sharing our mindset heading into 2023, and the different categories of goals and intentions we’ve set for the new year. We’re focused on taking steps to feel our best and work towards positive, supportive change. We’re excited to share our thought process and how to set goals that are sustainable and attainable. We hope this episode helps you feel inspired, motivated or encouraged to go after the things you want that come from your heart. You can make your life feel however you want it to!...
Jan 10, 2023•54 min
Alexa Lemieux has had such a big impact on curvy women all over the world, including Raeann and Kristina, and we loved watching her journey to find love on the reality TV show, Love Is Blind . Her confidence has sparked positive, dare we say viral, attention on the internet and she has inspired women to be unapologetically themselves and take up space. Although breaking the reality tv mold wasn’t exactly part of her plan, she has embraced her position as a role model for curvy women with pride. ...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 9 min
ICYMI: Raeann is officially moving to NYC! Check out this solo episode where Raeann is giving you the exclusive update on how she’s adjusting. Is NYC really more expensive than Los Angeles? What’s the dating situation? Has she noticed an energetic difference living on her Jupiter line versus Pluto line? Raeann is answering your most common questions and giving her advice for anyone looking to make a similar move. Plus, hear about our TCC dreams for 2023 here first! Remember, getting outside of y...
Dec 13, 2022•29 min
This guest has transformed Kristina’s life. Dany D’Andrea is a professional home organizer and styler, and will give you a holistic approach to editing your home that will impact more than just your closet. In this episode, Dany shares her easy tips for home organization that will transform your space. She offers insight about how and where to start decluttering your home, how you can identify your aesthetic in order to be more intentional with your purchases, and how to know if it’s time to par...
Dec 06, 2022•52 min
The holidays can be a crazy busy time of year. Between going to events, finding the perfect outfit for said events, shopping for yourself and others, and taking advantage of all of the festive activities, there’s so much to do in such a short amount of time. We’re hoping to take some of the stress out of the season by sharing some of our favorite outfit recipes you may already have in your closet, seasonal activities you shouldn’t miss, tips for staying within your budget, and reminding you to t...
Nov 29, 2022•57 min
Do you know what your body likes and desires? Do you want connect more intimately with your partner, or just feel more confident saying what you want? We all deserve to feel empowered in our sex life. Today’s guest is an expert in the sexual wellness space and is about to teach you how to experience more pleasure and feel more connected to your body. Kiana Reeves is an educator, practitioner, speaker, and leading voice in the sexual wellness movement. Her approach is wholistic and includes the e...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Diet culture and thin-praising has been highlighted in news articles, entertainment and culture a lot lately, and we know how harmful these messages can be. If you’re struggling with comparison, or the pressure to be thinner or lose weight before going home for the holidays, hit play on this episode to reframe your mindset on what will really help you feel more confident, and remind yourself that your worth is not tied to your weight. If you’re being influenced by negative comments or people aro...
Nov 15, 2022•49 min
Have you ever dreamed about working for yourself but don’t know how or have the confidence to actually do it? Today’s guest, Adriana Parente, went from working in a corporate setting to having her own clients as a freelance influencer marketing specialist and brand consultant in her 20s, and is sharing her advice for how she made the switch in this episode. We talk about how to know when it’s time to take the leap to work for yourself, how to stay on track and motivated, tips for budgeting and s...
Nov 08, 2022•59 min
We’re still not over our first live podcast show in NYC!! We had the time of our lives getting dressed up in Halloween costumes and hanging out with the Confident Collective community IRL! Thank you so much to everyone who came out to our first show. We can’t wait to do it again! From sharing some of our most cringe-worthy high school photos, to asking Steve questions from the male perspective, to setting Raeann up on her first NYC blind date - we were cracking up the whole entire time. We hope ...
Nov 01, 2022•1 hr 26 min
It’s official: curve models, content creators and hosts of the Model Citizen podcast, Michaela and Hunter McGrady, are our long lost best friends. They have such incredible energy, are the best examples of sisters supporting and respecting one another and it is so inspiring. Listen to this episode to hear how they were raised to put respect for one another first, and how their mom positively influenced their confidence growing up. We also ask them to share how they’ve navigated the tragic loss o...
Oct 25, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Wow, do we have some juicy content for you today! We’ve all done some scandalous things, so there’s no judgment here as we get into our most scandalous stories and then share yours anonymously. We share about a one night stand that turned into a sex tape, the story of how Kristina was arrested in Washington Square Park, savage things we did in college, spicy hookups and so much more. Hear all about it in this episode! “I’m a vanilla gal, I’m 80% vanilla, so all of my scandalous stories are still...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Want to know how to build more joy into your life while increasing your chances of meeting a partner IRL? Today’s guest, podcast host of @datebrazen & dating coach Lily Womble, has your answers. Lily “helps women transform their dating lives from a soul-suck, to an act of self-care, attracting extraordinary relationships along the way.” Sounds like the ideal way to date, no? We chat with her about the internal work we need to do before we start dating, adding more joy, self-love and compassi...
Oct 11, 2022•1 hr 18 min
We must confess…we have some major pet peeves we need to talk about! It just feels good to release and talk about things that annoy us so we can get it off of our chest, you know? In this episode, we also talk about our upcoming LIVE EVENT in NYC this October, the worst date Raeann has ever been on, and some exciting news from Kristina about a TV appearance she’ll be making soon. In our ask away segment, we give advice to a listener about how we motivate ourselves to stick to our workout routine...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 11 min
We’re talking about something Kristina is super passionate about: feeling confident and great in your body when it is going through the biggest change, pregnancy. Kristina is going solo this week to share information she wishes she knew before she got pregnant so that you can feel more prepared, and understood, in your pregnancy journey whether you’re going through it now or will one day. She shares what bodily changes she was not ready for, what positive physical changes she’s experienced, what...
Sep 27, 2022•49 min
Most of us want to be in a happy and healthy long term relationship, right? But the reality is, in order to get there, it takes a lot of work. If that sounds daunting and overwhelming, today’s guest is sharing her easy to integrate tips to help you through different phases of your relationship, and build a relationship that lasts. Kim Polinder is an individual and couples counselor whose training in traditional therapy and energy work has helped her create her holistic approach to issues such as...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Raeann and Kristina started as fashion creators, and honestly, experimenting with fashion was one way that helped us to feel more confident. Because we LOVE helping other women feel confident and good about themselves, this episode is all about fall fashion: what we’re excited for, how to incorporate trends, stay true to your style, our tried and true outfit recipes and best confidence tips when it comes to fashion. “Find the recipe that really works for you then just have fun with iterations. B...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 5 min
The last episode of our summer series reveals a HUGE life update from Kristina: she’s PREGNANT! Hear about how she found out, when she’s due, how she’s been feeling and what she’s most excited for with baby number 2! We get into the BTS of Raeann’s recent modeling gig in NYC for Express, discuss Barbie Ferreira leaving Euphoria, our thoughts on the low media coverage of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s wedding, and other celebs tying the knot this month (Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams). We also op...
Aug 30, 2022•49 min
29 and feeling FINE. Raeann’s birthday celebrations were truly next level. Tune into this super fun episode right after a few days of shenanigans and good times in honor of our Leo queen for all the details. We talk about everything that went down at Highland Park Bowl, including why Kristina almost didn’t get in, and how Raeann accidentally got everyone too high. Raeann shares why she didn’t get any photos at her birthday party, Kristina’s finger injury, and her spontaneous tattoo adventure. Ra...
Aug 23, 2022•41 min
Get the scoop on why Kristina thinks she’s caught an evil eye, the warning a family member gave her in Greece, and what she’s doing about it now. And, it’s Leo season, baby! Raeann shares 3 ideas for an epic birthday celebration. Hear what activity she decided on, her reflections on the last year and what she’s looking forward to. We also talk about items on our wishlist (ft. fall trends). We also talk about the top wardrobe tip we have been leaning into lately that is leaving us more creative a...
Aug 16, 2022•44 min
While Kristina and family have had a blast while traveling in the Greek Islands, it’s not all chill beach hangs and aperol spritzes when you have a toddler. Kristina is surrounded by her childhood friends and family who now also have kids, and she’s realizing the importance of having friends who can relate to what you’re going through (especially re: parenting). We talk about having different types of friendships in different seasons and the importance of them all. We also share our maybe unpopu...
Aug 09, 2022•44 min
Kristina’s enjoying her second week of rest and romance in the Greek islands. She talks about how nice it was to have a couples getaway with Steve in Patmos, and the importance of making time for your relationship especially after having kids. Raeann is embracing LA while she’s still there, and recaps running into an ex at a concert. Then, find out why she’s making a public apology to Bumble. Raeann and Kristina discuss how chill European culture is versus the go-go-go mentality of the US. In ou...
Aug 02, 2022•40 min
Raeann’s sharing the good, the bad and the scandalous parts of her 6-week European vacation, and answering your most common questions! First, Kristina shares an update on her first few days in Greece, and gives some tips for moms traveling with toddlers. Then Raeann goes into every detail of her trip: her favorite and least favorite destinations, what she would do differently, more tips for meeting people if you’re traveling solo, the best and worst money she spent, what to pack, safety tips and...
Jul 26, 2022•57 min
We’re back together for one day before Kristina heads to Greece! Raeann shares her initial reflections upon returning to LA from 6 weeks in Europe, and how the trip impacted her personally and work-wise. Stay tuned for an upcoming episode where she’ll be going more in depth about her experience. She tells us all about her dating app swipe success in Europe and how different it was than dating in LA. Kristina shares how she’s preparing to travel to Greece for a family vacation, and they give advi...
Jul 19, 2022•34 min
There’s nothing more humbling than accidentally peeing yourself in an elevator. Whether it was from having too much fun laughing with a friend or potentially getting drugged at a French pizza place, we don’t really know. You have to hear these stories from Raeann’s time in France and weigh in! She talks about which French hot spot is overrated, where to go instead and the epiphany she had while getting a psychic reading in London. Meanwhile, Kristina shares an epiphany of her own, and a Tik Tok ...
Jul 12, 2022•41 min
Last week Rae was having a blast making out with strangers, and this week she’s reflecting on always feeling like the “single one.” She’s dishing about why she fell in love with Soho House London, the celebrity she saw there, and unexpectedly falling in love with Thai food. Kristina shares about her recent trip to San Diego, embracing new types of fun with her family, and shares exciting career news. We talk about our favorite places and products as well as give advice for staying productive whi...
Jul 05, 2022•36 min
For Raeann, this is the summer of crossing things off of her bucket list. Manifesting skinny dipping with a hot guy in Greece? Check. Having the most fun with drunk make outs, bonding with strangers who become fast friends and embracing flexibility and spontaneity? Also check. It’s the wild and free summer she always dreamed of, and reminds us it’s never too late to do the things you’ve dreamed of. We’re diving into all the juicy details in this episode! Come along for the ride (and get a previe...
Jun 28, 2022•40 min
If you’re like us and consistency and routine is your lifeline, traveling for an extended period of time can be a challenge. Raeann is 2 weeks into her solo travel adventure, and although she is having the best time, the lack of her normal eating and exercise routine is starting to weigh on her mental health. Kristina is getting into a new gym routine, but shares how the pressure to get fit for summer is real and reminds us that we should be working on being healthy and strong all year round. We...
Jun 21, 2022•38 min
