Kayla is joined by research psychiatrist, Dr. Robert Waldinger, who some might know from his viral Ted Talk, “What makes a good life?” His studies have continued since that famous lecture culminating into his book “The Good Life”. They also discuss how his research now involves the effects of social media on our happiness and wellbeing. Follow Dr. Robert Check out Dr. Robert’s Ted Talks: https://www.ted.com/speakers/robert_waldinger Check out “The Good Life”: https://www.simonandschuster.com/boo...
Apr 24, 2023•33 min
This episode is presented by KFC and Acast Creative Kayla is joined by dialect coach and author Samara Bay to discuss how in so many ways we lose our voice and how to find it again along with a better sense of confidence. This is a movement to stop hating your voice but more importantly, be and feel heard. Follow Samara Samara’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samarabay/?hl=en Check out Samara’s book PERMISSION TO SPEAK: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/667566/permission-to-speak-by...
Apr 17, 2023•50 min
Kayla is joined by Lebanese-Canadian writer and activist Najwa Zebian to discuss how journaling as a teen helped her process the trauma and sense of isolation she felt after being forced to stay in North America while her homeland was at war. Najwa’s teachings inspire others to stop minimizing their pain and proceed in healing. Follow Najwa Her Website: https://najwazebian.com Check out Soul Academy: https://najwa-soul-academy.teachable.com/p/home Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...
Apr 10, 2023•44 min
Kayla is joined by climber and physician, Favia Dubyk, to learn about how she coped with her cancer diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing recovery 10 years strong. They discuss rock climbing becoming Favia’s saving grace which inspired her to create an entire climbing experience for others to join in. Follow Favia Dubyk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felinefavia Check out Melanin Base Camp: https://www.melaninbasecamp.com Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitt...
Apr 03, 2023•38 min
Candice stops by to give us an update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 29, 2023•9 min
Kayla is joined by co-hosts of the podcast “The Mash-Up Americans”, Rebecca Lehrer and Amy S. Choi, to discuss grief and how it’s time to accept it as a part of living . Grief comes in all shapes and forms - not just in death - but they cover different ways in which communities deal, how they discuss it within their families, and studies that show how trauma literally changes our DNA. Follow Mash-Up Americans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CmRsJOnJnVv/ Check out THE MASH-UP AMERICANS pod...
Mar 27, 2023•53 min
Kayla is joined by dear friend and actor, Nichelle Hines, who shares her fateful journey into acting, getting out of it, and being called straight back in after a nine-year hiatus. From getting a drama degree as a hobby to starring alongside the likes of Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman, Nichelle’s fate really is in the stars after all. Follow Nichelle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nichelle Check out the trailer for A GOOD PERSON: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phRXBLwcy5I Follow Us: Ins...
Mar 20, 2023•45 min
Kayla is joined by certified financial planner and expert, Shannah Game, to discuss the taboo around discussing money and how to overcome financial trauma to achieve our larger goals. Follow Shannah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannahgame/?hl=en Check out “Everyone’s Talkin’ Money” podcast: https://everyonestalkinmoney.com Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Mar 13, 2023•46 min
Kayla is joined by author Ruby Warrington to discuss the complex decision to not be a mother and explore the social circumstances that pressure female bodies to procreate. She also covers the long history of misogyny that bestows cruel judgment on women who cannot bear children simply due to biology or financial circumstances. A topic close to her heart, she encourages mothers and non-mothers alike to be involved in the conversation. Follow Ruby Check out “Women Without Kids” the book: https://w...
Mar 06, 2023•47 min
We’re back with part two of Kayla’s catch up with former co-star of The Vampires Diaries , artist, and dear friend, Sara Canning. They talk about making friends in your 30s, finding apartments in Atlanta, and the short film Sara’s been really wanting to make next. Follow Sara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saracanning Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Feb 27, 2023•33 min
Kayla is joined by former co-star of The Vampires Diaries , artist, and dear friend, Sara Canning, to catch up on where she draws her incredible life perspective from in the world. She also tells how a serendipitous meet at a film festival led to her most favorite role yet. The conversation gets so good that it gets two parts, so catch the second half in the next episode! Follow Sara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saracanning Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: w...
Feb 20, 2023•34 min
Kayla is joined by dating expert and associate director of global communications at OKCupid, Michael Kaye, to discuss the data behind dating apps and some strategies to bettering one’s results on these apps. Follow Michael Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelkayepr OKCupid: https://www.instagram.com/okcupid Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 13, 2023•39 min
Kayla is joined by medical doctor and nutrition expert, Amy Shah, to talk about how fixing our circadian rhythms can have a significant impact on our lifestyle and overall health. She explains the science and reasoning behind her 5-step program for battling excessive hunger pains. Follow Amy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmd Check Out “I’m So Effing Hungry”: https://amymdwellness.com/pages/book-launch Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Can...
Feb 06, 2023•40 min
Kayla is joined by veterinary epidemiologist Stephanie Venn-Watson, and her husband, Eric Venn-Watson, who is a physician and US Navy veteran, to discuss how helping dolphins led to an incredible discovery. Together, they launched the first new vitamin found in 90 years: Fatty15 . Listen to learn more about all the possible health benefits it may bring! Follow Stephanie & Eric’s work Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatty15/?hl=en Check out Fatty15: https://fatty15.com/pages/our-story Fo...
Jan 30, 2023•32 min
Kayla is joined by computer science professor and artist, Dr. Gloria Mark, to discuss the myths surrounding attention spans and the very necessary breaks needed for our mental health. They explore the real science and data that showcases how reliant we’ve become on tech and screens in this digital age. Follow Dr. Gloria Mark Dr. Mark’s website : https://gloriamark.com Check out “Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness, and Productivity”: https://www.harpercollins.com/p...
Jan 23, 2023•40 min
Kayla is joined by inspirational community leader, Anthony ‘Cool Ant’ Williams, who founded the non-profit Neighborhood Hero. Neighborhood Hero’s mission is to make neglected areas healthier spaces for its inhabitants. They discuss how his group of runners came about and the inspirational people around him growing up helped mold the hero he is now today. Follow Anthony Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cool_ant Check out Neighborhood Hero: https://www.instagram.com/_neighborhoodheros Follow U...
Jan 16, 2023•37 min
Kayla is joined by close friend, entrepreneur, and actor Helena Mattson ( American Horror Story, 666 Park Avenue ) to discover how exactly Helena made her way from Stockholm all the way to Hollywood. They discuss the issues mothers face in the industry, starting a business, and how they approach their art as performers. Follow Helena Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helena_mattsson Get 25% off your entire order at Ava Carrington with the code DC25 at https://www.avacarrington.com/ Follow Us:...
Jan 09, 2023•38 min
Original Air Date: December 31, 2018 Bri Emery, founder of designlovefest, is one of the busiest people we know. She’s a graphic designer and art director with a travel collection in Target, and has created numerous campaigns for various brands. Though she is highly productive, she lives with anxiety. We explore our own definitions of anxiety and how we find inspiration to be creative. Follow Bri: @designlovefest Follow us on Instagram: @CandiceKayla Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Jan 02, 2023•31 min
Original Air Date: December 2, 2019 First, the lovely Merritt Patterson joins us to talk all things holidays and her Hallmark Christmas movie, “Picture a Perfect Christmas.” Later we’re joined by Hannah Skvarla and she helps us with gift-giving during the holidays and introducing us to her fair trade store, The Little Market. Follow Merritt: Instagram: https://instagram.com/merritt_pattrsn Twitter: https://twitter.com/merrittpattrsn “Picture a Perfect Christmas:” https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/...
Dec 26, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Kayla is joined by our producer Melisa D. Monts to discuss holiday traditions, thoughts on Christmas music, what qualifies as a Christmas movie, giving and receiving gifts, swap recipes, talk New Year's Resolutions, and play some Holiday Trivia. Follow Melisa Instagram: www.instagram.com/sheisnotmelissa Website: www.melisadmonts.com Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 19, 2022•44 min•Ep. 195
Kayla is joined by licensed psychotherapist, Terri Cole, who helps define our own boundaries and keep to them without compromise. Sometimes whether it’s the workplace or with family, we feel pressured to sacrifice our own sense of comfort for others’. But Terri explains why we shouldn’t. Follow Terri Podcast:: https://www.terricole.com/podcast/ Check out: https://www.terricole.com/ Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekay...
Dec 12, 2022•43 min•Ep. 194
Kayla is joined by former talent agent and recovering addict, Dr. Elisa Hallerman, who helps us spot the signs and navigate the best approach to addiction, especially in assisting someone that may be suffering from it. Follow Dr. Hallerman Dr. Hallerman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drelisahallerman Check out Dr. Hallerman’s website: https://drhallerman.com Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on A...
Dec 05, 2022•41 min•Ep. 193
Kayla is joined by writer and yoga teacher, Jessamyn Stanley, who has created her own space and community for all those who are seeking inner peace with their bodies. As a queer, Black woman who doesn’t meet the racist and fatphobic standards of the mainstream health industry, Jessamyn is bringing us back to moving not for the sake of social pressures but to feel good. Follow Jessamyn Jessamyn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mynameisjessamyn/ Check out the Underbelly: www.theunderbelly.co...
Nov 28, 2022•50 min•Ep. 192
Kayla is joined by former school teacher and now teacher career coach, Daphne Gomez, who helps us not feel so alone or guilty about pivoting careers. They discuss the realistic ups and downs in moving on from teaching, ways to be productive in your job search, and the community she has fostered through her new line of work. Follow Daphne The Teacher Career Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachercareercoach Check out the Teacher Career Coach Podcast: https://teachercareercoach.com/cate...
Nov 21, 2022•42 min•Ep. 191
Kayla is joined by feminist, mother, and healer, Omisade Burney-Scott, who has a mission to make the topic of aging and menopause more commonplace and accessible. All bodies, all ages, and all identities are welcome to this important conversation. Follow Omisade Omisade’s Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsguidetomenopause Check out the Black Girls Guide to Surviving Menopause Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-girls-guide-to-surviving-menopause/id1462589097 Follow U...
Nov 14, 2022•51 min•Ep. 190
Kayla is joined by Emmy award winning writer, Abi Morgan, to discuss her incredible real story of when her partner suddenly collapsed on a hot summer day, ending up in a medically induced coma, and then the aftermath of when he woke up with no recollection of her. Follow Abi Abi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangrytherapist Check out Abi’s memoir “This is Not a Pity Memoir”: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/this-is-not-a-pity-memoir-abi-morgan?variant=39935574999074 Follow Us: I...
Nov 08, 2022•44 min•Ep. 189
We’re sharing a special episode from another podcast, A Slight Change of Plans, from Pushkin Industries. In this preview, bestselling author Daniel Pink talks about using a typically negative emotion – regret – as a force for good in our lives. Hear the full episode, and more from A Slight Change of Plans, at https://podcasts.pushkin.fm/scp5?sid=challenged . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 07, 2022•11 min
Kayla is joined by relationship therapists and real-life couple, John Kim (LMFT), and Vanessa Bennett (LMFT), to discuss their book, “It's Not Me, It's You,” where they analyze their own relationship as a way to offer advice and guidance to others’ relationships. And yes, fighting is normal! Follow John & Vanessa John’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangrytherapist Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessasbennett Check out their book: https://www.amazon.com/Its-Not-Me-...
Oct 31, 2022•48 min•Ep. 188
Kayla is joined by relationship coach, Jillian Turecki, to share how her own heartbreak led her to a career path in helping others reconcile issues within themselves and their partners. She then answers some listener submitted relationship-related questions many of us have likely been pondering ourselves! Follow Jillian Jillian’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/ Check out Jillian On Love Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jillian-on-love/id1640172049 Follow Us: ...
Oct 24, 2022•42 min•Ep. 187
Kayla is back from maternity leave and joined by host of “How to Do the Pot” and cannabis advocate, Ellen Scanlon. They discuss the different benefits of cannabis use, answer questions newbies to cannabis might be too scared to ask elsewhere, and explain the racist history behind US laws and propaganda that have wrongfully villainized minority communities involved in cannabis. Follow Ellen Ellen’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dothepot Check out How to Do the Pot - https://dothepot.com F...
Oct 17, 2022•43 min•Ep. 186
