Kayla is joined by Hannah Brown, former Bachelorette and now happily engaged author, to talk about her inspiring journey of questioning her options in life, processing her trauma and stress, and how her real romance inspired her debut novel MISTAKES WE NEVER MADE. From winning pageants to dating on television for the whole world to see, Hannah is ready to show her true authentic self in not just this conversation but in her work. Follow Hannah Hannah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah...
Nov 20, 2023•51 min
Kayla is joined by author and workplace culture & inequality expert, Dr. Michelle P. King, to discuss the value of self-awareness in the modern workplace. In becoming more self-aware of our impact on others, we can have a better understanding of what our co-workers (especially our bosses) want from us and gain the ability to build up our informal networks in order to get ahead in a meaningful way. Rather than squirming at the idea of schmoozing in office politics, Dr. Michelle P. King hopes ...
Nov 13, 2023•35 min
Kayla is joined by fellow actor and mom, Tiffani Thiessen, to chat about parenting qualms such as when to give your child a cell phone or how to prepare for the teenage years. After reflecting on her own upbringing, Tiffani was inspired to create her cookbook “Here We Go Again” which teaches us how to make the most of leftovers whether to help the planet or even for purely cost saving reasons. Or both! Follow Tiffani Tiffani’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanithiessen Check out “HERE ...
Nov 06, 2023•29 min
Kayla is joined by theater director and podcast producer Jenna Burnett to discuss their shared love of true crime stories. But how do we approach telling these stories involving very real people ethically and as honest to their own truths as possible? These are the waters Jenna has navigated producing her show “Under Cover of Night '' which uncovers the real mystery surrounding the death of a British expat woman living in Athens, Texas during the 80s and 90s. Follow Jenna Jenna’s Instagram: http...
Oct 30, 2023•41 min
Kayla is joined by journalist, finance expert, and author Carmen Rita Wong to talk about her extremely personal memoir in which she unpacks the complicated relationship with her parents and own identity. It wasn’t until after her mother’s death that Carmen learned the truth of her biological father and to the extent in which her parents went to feed the lie. She reflects on how her mother’s mistakes impact her own intentional parenting and how to understand parents as the individual humans they ...
Oct 23, 2023•34 min
Kayla is joined by chef and restaurateur Jeremy Fall, who found incredible success in the food industry at an impressively young age. Although many have assumed he came from means to achieve so much so early on, Jeremy had humble beginnings being born and raised by Skid Row in Los Angeles. He shares his personal journey in the business - the ups and downs (and when things were down, they were r eally down) - and how finally addressing his anxiety with therapy and medication helped him find himse...
Oct 16, 2023•48 min
Kayla is joined by Dr. Lyndsey Harper, a professor and board certified Ob/Gyn, to discuss the lack of conversation surrounding women’s sexual health. All too often research and studies overlook women’s sexuality if it is not tied to reproduction or potential risks such as cancer. Dr. Lyndsey Harper hopes to encourage everyone to be more transparent and honest with their concerns regarding sensuality, libido, and desire. So much so that she created the app ROSY as a sexual wellness resource witho...
Oct 09, 2023•29 min
Kayla is joined by Alicia Roth Weigel, an author and activist.. As an intersex person herself, Alicia hopes to dispel myths and normalize conversations about what it means to identify as such. She also shares her own healing journey after having surgery forced upon her without consent as an infant due to ill-informed ideas regarding intersex bodies. Their community hopes that rather than problematic and invasive surgeries, the rest of the world can simply embrace their existence as they do. Foll...
Oct 02, 2023•39 min
Kayla is joined by writer, director, and actress Michelle C. Bonilla to explain in depth the reasons why SAG-AFTRA actors are striking, the conditions that led to this, and the brighter future these creatives are hoping to build with their demands. She has been tirelessly present on the picket line as a strike captain to advocate for not just herself but her fellow actors. After months of no work, the resolve of the actors along with their WGA counterparts remains strong but can always use all t...
Sep 25, 2023•41 min
Kayla is joined by talented writers and dear friends, Danny Tolli and Melisa D. Monts, to explain the why and how of the WGA (Writers Guild of America) strike.Who are the writers striking against exactly? What has it been like firsthand on the picket lines? Is AI taking over and what are the implications for the future of Hollywood? They go on to discuss how this strike has impacted not just their financial well-being but their emotional and mental health also. The very creatives behind your fav...
Sep 18, 2023•32 min
Kayla is joined by business owner and advocate, Taylor Davis, about what finally made her decide to pivot careers from entertainment to candle making. As many can relate, Taylor found herself at a loss during the pandemic and she often sought refuge in self-care such as burning her favorite scents. It was at this point a mentor at her favorite candle store pushed her to start her own venture. In just three years, her candle brand CLR can now be found in select Nordstroms across the country. List...
Sep 11, 2023•29 min
This week Kayla is joined by Recovery Coach, Troy Brown who shares how his life changed forever after he was hit by a drunk driver. Troy opens up about his long road to recovery, how his family and friends impacted his mental health, and his fears about eventually explaining the accident to his newborn daughter. He also expresses why helping others is beneficial to helping yourself. Follow Troy Brown Troy's Instagram: instagram.com/troy_.brown Recovery Coach Website: https://troybrown.com/ Follo...
Sep 04, 2023•37 min
Kayla is joined by author and reporter, Susan Burton, to discuss her latest podcast “The Retrievals” from Serial Productions and the New York Times. As an alumna of Yale University, this story hit close to home for Susan as she uncovered the disturbing accounts of hundreds of women going to infertility treatment at the university’s fertility clinic. So how did exactly one nurse with an addiction problem get away with swapping out these womens’ fentanyl with saline? And what were the consequences...
Aug 28, 2023•31 min
Kayla is joined by psychic medium and astrologer, Steffi Hill a.k.a the Spirit Sis, to receive a psychic reading. Not only do they chat about how Steffi came into her abilities but she breaks down how the terms and tools surrounding her work.Things then get personal as they dive into Kayla’s astrocartography map trip to Thailand, anyone?) and her own core intuition. Follow Steffi Steffi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spirit_sis/ Check out Steffi’s podcast PSYCHIC SCOOP https://www.spirit...
Aug 21, 2023•51 min
Kayla is joined by her dear friend Jenna Ushkowitz, to swap stories on their pregnancies, how life is different with a baby on the way, and validating both the joys and hurdles of pregnancy. Follow Jenna Jenna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennaushkowitz 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....
Aug 14, 2023•50 min
Original Airdate: January 16, 2023 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.instag...
Aug 07, 2023•37 min
Original Airdate: March 6th 2023 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 ...
Jul 31, 2023•47 min
Original Air Date: 4/25/2022 Kayla is joined by iconic actor, father, and now author, Josh Peck to talk about his new book “Happy People are Annoying” where he shares his journey with sobriety, weight-loss, and taking life advice from the ever-so wise Sir Ben Kingsley. Follow Josh Josh’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shuapeck/ Check Out Josh’s Book: https://premierecollectibles.com/annoying Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website...
Jul 24, 2023•46 min
Kayla is joined by dear friend and author, Lauren McKinley, who bares her truth regarding the affair that broke up her marriage. Left with a one year-old daughter and so many broken vows, Lauren shares how she navigated not just the logistical but also emotional work to come out the other side stronger. Follow Lauren Lauren’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lcmckinley Check out Lauren’s book “STOP WRECKING MY HOME”: https://www.hersoulrepair.com/book Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instag...
Jul 17, 2023•44 min
Kayla is joined by her dear friend, actor, and former co-star of “The Vampire Diaries”, Claire Holt, to discuss the challenging yet wonderful worlds of parenthood, voice acting, and failure before success. She may deny it but we think she really has got a lot, if not all, figured out. Follow Claire Claire’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claireholt Check out “The Corner”: https://thecornerbyclaire.com/ Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Aca...
Jul 10, 2023•45 min
Claire Holt will be back next week! So we're revisiting our amazing episode with her! Original Air Date: May 6, 2019 Recorded three days before giving birth, actress Claire Holt shares how she discovered she was pregnant, when she told her family, and the different experiences she’s had as her body has changed. Kayla also share her own pregnancy journey! Reference: https://www.manrepeller.com/2016/12/pregnancy-loss.html Follow Claire: www.instagram.com/claireholt/ www.twitter.com/claireholt Foll...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Kayla is joined by serial entrepreneur and senior lecturer at Harvard University, Christina Wallace, to discuss the real life practices that successful entrepreneurs and creatives use in order to live the free and fulfilling life they truly want. Follow Christina Christina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cmwalla Check out THE PORTFOLIO LIFE: https://www.portfoliolife.com/ Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Jun 26, 2023•41 min
Kayla is joined by filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg to discuss his documentary GRATITUDE REVEALED and what it means to appreciate both the small and big joys of life. He shares how his own upbringing impacted his perspective and how gratitude is the gateway to helping heal our planet. Follow Louie Louie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louieschwartzberg Check out GRATITUDE REVEALED https://gratituderevealed.com Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted o...
Jun 19, 2023•29 min
Kayla is joined by psychotherapist, writer, and founding director of nonprofit Big Feels Lab , Chelsea Harvey Garner, to discuss her personal experience with grief and the ways in which support is needed for therapists so that the world isn’t relying on them to be miracle workers. Follow Chelsea Chelsea’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelseaharveygarner/ Check out A PITY PARTY IS STILL A PARTY: https://www.amazon.com/Pity-Party-Still-Feel-Good-Feeling/dp/0063082411 Follow Us: Instagram: ...
Jun 12, 2023•37 min
Kayla is joined by filmmakers and founders of Honeypot Productions, Rae Ceretto and Kelly Scott, to discuss their groundbreaking documentary “Seeking Asylum'' which follows Kensy’s journey as a mother traveling to and eventually through the Mexico-US border. But not without hurdles along the way and even more so after she touches ground in Los Angeles. Follow Rae & Kelly Check out Honeypot Productions: https://www.honeypotproductions.org/about Check out their documentary SEEKING ASYLUM: http...
Jun 05, 2023•29 min
Kayla is joined by writer, author, and professional advice giver, Meredith Goldstein to talk about love, success, and family. They discuss Meredith's advice column and podcast, "Love Letters," how her Meredith's mother influenced how she gives advice, and what's it like being the internet's BFF. Follow Meredith Meredith's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meredithgoldstein/ Meredith's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeredithGoldste Check out Meredith's Books: https://meredithgoldstein.com/#books...
May 29, 2023•41 min
Kayla is joined by sex activist, columnist, and author Zachary Zane to discuss his personal journey in healing from sexual shame and living with OCD as a bisexual man. If you’re ready to get out of your comfort zone and also have some laughs along the way, listen in to expand not just your mind but vocabulary to unpack social stigmas surrounding sexual desire. Follow Zach Zach’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyzane_/?hl=en Check out “Boyslut: A Memoir and Manifesto”: https://www.barn...
May 22, 2023•45 min
In this episode, Kayla shares her personal story of delivering her second child prematurely two months early. She is then joined by pediatrician, author, and fellow mother Dr. Kelly Fradin to discuss how families, especially parents, can best handle the trauma of a sick child along with building a new normal during such times of high stress. Follow Dr. Kelly Fradin Learn More About Dr. Kelly Fradin: https://www.instagram.com/lauracathcartrobbins Check out “Advanced Parenting”: https://www.goodre...
May 15, 2023•47 min
Kayla is joined by writer Laura Cathcart Robbins to discuss how she survived her addiction, writing her book “STASH”, and honesty being the number one policy to live by in recovery. Follow Laura Laura’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauracathcartrobbins Check out STASH: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Stash/Laura-Cathcart-Robbins Check out THE ONLY ONE POD: https://theonlyonepod.com/ Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See aca...
May 08, 2023•42 min
Kayla is joined by functional medicine practitioner Dr. Will Cole who encourages everyone to literally trust their gut and reflect more about what they’re putting into their body because there’s always an outward result. Follow Dr. Will Cole Dr. Will Cole’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drwillcole Check out GUT FEELINGS and take the quiz: https://drwillcole.com/gut-feelings Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directionallychallenged__/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
May 01, 2023•41 min
