Today we are empowered by some amazing financial advice from Erin Lowry, a millennial personal finance expert, Founder of Broke Millennial , and author of the book Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together . Erin has an awesome offer for the Wine & Shine crew! If you buy her book and send the proof of purchase to info@brokemillennial.com with “Wine & Shine” in the subject line, then she will send you a BONUS CHAPTER for the book!! We Chat About: How Krispy K...
May 22, 2017•1 hr 5 min
This awesome episode is a LIVE recording of the Find Your Shine event hosted at The Wonder Jam on 5/6/17. Katie Dalebout, Simi Botic, and Taylor Riggs joined our panel of strong, wonderful women to eat chocolate, drink coffee, and find their shine (thanks for the treats Ohiyo Chocolate & Ardor Coffee !). The girls kick it all off with a guided meditation led by Peace, Love, Wholefood !! It was the perfect evening to spend with great friends, and we’re really excited to share it with all of y...
May 15, 2017•1 hr 9 min
Today we’re excited to chat with celebrity and personal trainer Danielle Pascente. You can find her running Pascente PT in LA, as the lead trainer for the 30 Day Fat Burn series on the BeFit YouTube channel, in Shape Magazine, and doing fitness modeling for brands like Nike, Adidas, and Skechers. She’ll make you want to go into your closet, dust off those weights, and start moving! We’re having our first live event!!! It is May 6th, 2017, at The Wonder Jam in Columbus, OH. We’ll be doing a live ...
May 01, 2017•1 hr 7 min
We’re really excited to chat with today’s guest, Melissa Maker, because she helps us live happier lives. Melissa is an entrepreneur, cleaning expert, founder of Toronto’s most popular boutique cleaning service, and star of the Clean My Space channel on YouTube (but she still hates to clean!). She recently published her first book, Clean My Space , in which she shares her revolutionary 3 step solution plus incredible tips, hacks and techniques for cleaning even the most daunting places and spaces...
Apr 24, 2017•54 min
Today we’re talking to our original podcast inspiration: the wonderful Katie Dalebout!!! She’s the enthusiastic host of the Let It Out podcast and a newly published author. Her book, Let It Out: A Journey Through Journaling , is about why writing, expressing your feelings, and discovering your authentic self are so important and so valuable. We Chat About: Wine of the Day: Cupcake Vineyards ‘Black Forest’ Decadent Blend People we love Life as a journaling enthusiast Josh Radnor being ‘woke Writi...
Apr 17, 2017•1 hr 23 min
It’s just the two of us, Liz and Nina, catching up while we drink kombucha and tea. We have more awesome guests coming up over the next few weeks (!!!), but we want to take some time to chat and share news in between all of the excitement. So… what should we call these little get togethers??? Tastings? Just a Sip? Wine Cooler? If you have an idea, DM us on Instagram @wineandshinepodcast ! We Chat About: Liz is moving! FB Marketplace Lightening the load physically and spiritually Nina visited LA!...
Apr 10, 2017•44 min
Today we’re talking to two wonderful ladies: Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik from the Almost 30 podcast. They’re like the cooler, LA version of Wine & Shine, so you’ll love them! Lindsey is an actress, singer, model and SoulCycle Instructor from a small town in eastern Pennsylvania. Krista Williams is a Midwest native, social media influencer, and creator/editor of The Hundred Blog (because she keeps it one hundred). They’re sisters from a past life reunited in this one, and they’re a TON...
Apr 03, 2017•1 hr 3 min
Kelly Graham is Nina’s Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, AKA nutritional therapist. She helps clients overcome their fears, heal from the past, and nourish themselves through good food for the body. It’s not all about nutrition – it’s a wholistic approach to health that also addresses people’s emotional and mental needs (and that’s SUPER important!). We Chat About: Why gut health is the foundation of human health How to identify an unhealthy gut The positive effects of journaling How s...
Mar 27, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Amanda Thomas McMeans is Liz’s boss, mentor, friend, and fellow showtunes fan. She is the Founder and President of TwoScore, a firm that channels her passion for the credit union mission and people to help credit unions under $100 million in assets reach their strategic goals through marketing. In this episode, we have a vulnerable, authentic, and fun discussion about the highs and lows of living the life you want to live! We Chat About: Wine of the Day: Amanda brought us a French red (2014) fro...
Mar 20, 2017•1 hr 17 min
The “F word” doesn’t have to be bad! Today we have two awesome guests, Ashley Stacey and Christine Horvath. They both have degrees in Women’s Studies and they’re here for a big juicy conversation about feminism! Christine has her own show, Babes to Know, in which awesome women share stories you’ve never heard before. We’ll Discuss: Wine of the Day: Mimosas! How people view feminism Why your version of feminism doesn’t have to look like our version of feminism How we make ourselves aware of the d...
Mar 06, 2017•43 min
Some people avoid exercise because it’s just not enjoyable for them, but we contend that there’s something for everyone. The key to enjoying grind time at the gym (or your living room) is finding something you enjoy! Liz LOVES hip hop dance, so she completely geeked out the whole time, and of course Liz and Martha agree: hip hop dance is not only super fun, it’s a great way to get a great workout! We’ll Discuss: Martha’s Story Teaching group fitness classes Working out through pregnancy Hip hop ...
Feb 27, 2017•1 hr 12 min
Taylor Riggs, RD, LDN is a health and wellness blogger and featured dietician on Good Day Columbus, the Huffington Post, and tons of other amazing publications. Even cooler, she recently published her own cookbook! Today we discuss all of that, along with her paleo lifestyle and her journey with type 1 diabetes. We’ll Discuss: Pancake of the Day: Taylor’s Banana Coconut Pancakes Taylor’s passion for cooking Recipes for diabetics Writing recipes: how does it happen? Striking a balance between hea...
Feb 20, 2017•53 min
Congenital heart defects affect more children than we know. Having turned enormous grief into incredible motivation, when Ady Dorsett lost her sweet boy Hayden to CHD-related complications just a few short weeks into his life, the pain she felt compelled her to create a non-profit organization in his honor. Hayden’s Heart helps to bring awareness and healing to bereaved families who have lost their babies to CHDs. We’ll Discuss: Hayden’s Story The lessons that Hayden taught those around him The ...
Feb 13, 2017•35 min
Simi Botic is a feminine wellness expert and certified health coach with a story to tell! She’s such a beautiful person inside and out, and we loved talking to her about her story and ours. It’s just a hunch, but we’re betting you’re right there with us, and that a lot of what she has to say will hit close to home for you. We hope you get as much out of this discussion as we did! We’ll Discuss: Simi’s Story What loving yourself actually looks like Giving yourself gentleness and compassion Stop t...
Feb 06, 2017•1 hr 8 min
Wine-and-Shiners, get ready to be inspired! Fitness professional and model Amy Crandall talks with us about her journey from unhappy corporate life to a fulfilling life in fitness, health, and overall balance. Amy is beautiful inside and out, and gave us such great advice. We’ll Discuss: Amy’s fitness journey background What is a training experience like for a newbie? Growing a social media brand while personally unplugging Amy’s practice in positivity Amy’s practice in gratitude Stopping to be ...
Jan 30, 2017•1 hr 19 min
Today we had the distinct pleasure of talking with Sarah Beth, of the famed Sarah Beth Yoga channel on Youtube! We couldn’t be more excited to hear her input about life, health, and happiness through a regular practice in yoga. Listen beginning to end to soak everything in, because she drops so much knowledge on us! We’ll Discuss: Sarah Beth’s journey in yoga Manage ulcerative colitis, scoliosis, and other health issues through regular yoga practice How Sarah Beth decided to build an online pres...
Jan 23, 2017•53 min
Please welcome our husbands, Cody (Nina) & Zach (Liz) to the Wine & Shine Podcast! We get into the nitty-gritty of relationships, and play “Know Ya Boo” a la Tom Haverford from NBC’s Parks & Recreation. This may be the most fun we’ve had on Wine & Shine so far! Don’t miss this episode. We’ll Discuss: Wine of the Day: Menage a Trois 2014 Red Blend How we met, and Gypsy music, perhaps? Our questions for the husbands What’s the one thing you want women to understand about their men?...
Jan 16, 2017•1 hr 12 min
This week we talk about the recent trend that is minimalism, and what it’s all about for us. We’ve been dipping our toes in the minimalism pool lately, and the water is fine! Learn how you can shed that which doesn’t serve you and come to grips with what truly makes you happy… besides your stuff. We’ll Discuss: Wine of the Day: Barefoot Chardonnay 2017: a new start What’s minimalism? Minimize your junk, maximize your happiness Never hold onto a “what-if” The things we hold onto: we are not our s...
Jan 09, 2017•34 min
Show yourself some grace in 2017. Today we talk about how we tend to inundate ourselves with lofty goals, pies-in-the-sky, and self-defeating mindsets. This new year, set attainable goals for yourself, build your mindfulness, and surround yourself with people that build you up. Set yourself up for success; this is your year to shine! We’ll Discuss: Wine of the Day: Cooper’s Hawk Winter Red The history behind the new year’s resolution How we set goals Our own stories in goal setting Our tendency ...
Dec 26, 2016•37 min
It’s super easy to get caught up in the mundanity of our daily routines, and even easier to let that burn us out! During this episode, we talk about ways to check your ‘tude at the door when you get to work, and how to keep your work stress out of your home life in order to prevent ourselves from getting burned out. We’ll Discuss: Wine of the Day: None! We went to yoga instead. “Highly Sensitive People” Leaving your work stress at work What is burnout? What works for us Making lists: the good, t...
Dec 19, 2016•26 min
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but sometimes we lose track of how we’re treating ourselves amidst all the love we’re trying to show everyone else. The holidays, while very special, can be super strenuous on you! Practice self-care this year, making sure to take time for yourself and honor your feelings and health. Quotes : “Don’t freak out, eat what’s there… have some grace for yourself and know this may not be the season or the time to be super down on yourself.” - Liz “We should be ...
Dec 12, 2016•45 min
Today we interview the founders of the blog Gals with Goals, Angela & Brooke. Like us, they’re college pals that build each other up and push each other to meet the goals they set together! One of the key elements we also discussed was that grace and understanding can be useful and important in reaching the goals we set for ourselves. We’ll Discuss: Gals with Goals: Origins What is Gals with Goals? Brooke’s Book and challenges in writing Angela’s website, and goals for the future Advice for ...
Nov 28, 2016•55 min
We had so much fun in this episode interviewing Natalie Burrage, owner of L-Yoga Flow! Natalie provides us (and other women) advice from her journey to mindfulness and self-love, amidst struggles with body image and motivation. We’ll Discuss: Wine of the Day: Just Peachy - French sparkling wine Natalie: my journey in mindfulness Natalie’s advice for women who are just starting their spiritual journey Getting spiritually unstuck Where does Natalie get her inspiration? Kundalini Yoga and language ...
Nov 21, 2016•1 hr 8 min
In this episode of Wine & Shine, we delve into the realm of the mainstream media to uncover why women have primarily negative self-perceptions. We’ll discuss why it’s important to let go of these perceptions and love yourself as you are despite constant media bombardment, while still consciously making choices toward self-improvement. Quotes : “People definitely thought we were taking engagement photos, and I support that.” - Nina “How come we can’t see these positive sides of ourselves [and...
Nov 14, 2016•1 hr 9 min
Today we chat about the expenses of supplying your household with food, and the social aspect of eating. Our friends, as much as we love them, influence us to spend money going out and, as a result, we neglect the groceries we spent way too much money on! Grab a glass and join the conversation. Show Notes: Groceries are expensive! One-stop shopping versus shopping the town for the best prices Value added: quality over cost? Tip: Get “basics” at the lowest-price store you can (canned goods, dry g...
Oct 31, 2016•43 min
Today, we chat about our health and what we feed our bodies. Are fad or “crash” diets the way to go, or is it better to change to a vegan, vegetarian, or paleo lifestyle? Is diligent calorie counting truly the best way to watch your waistline? We discuss these questions along with the idea that maybe it’s just better to go with whatever works best for your body. We’ll discuss: Wine of the day: 2014 Colby Red Blend Our dieting stories Is calorie counting a silver bullet for weight loss? Make heal...
Oct 24, 2016•45 min
Do you find yourself struggling to be the best you can be? Many times, we get caught up in trying to achieve perfection, forgetting that our imperfections are often the best parts of us! “The Gifts of Imperfection,” by Berne Brown, is an amazing book that encourages us to delve into our uncomfortable inner bits to get to the root of what makes us “us.” Show Notes: 1:32 - Wine of the Day: 2015 Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio ($12.95) 4:19 - Wine substitute of day: Chai Tea Latte/ Peach Tranquility Tea f...
Oct 19, 2016•1 hr 19 min
In this episode, we talk about our start as friends, and why we started a podcast. We also talk about the social pressures to be a homeowner, our desire to move downtown and live the millennial lifestyle in an urban environment, the pros and cons about moving and the suburbs, and much more! Show Notes: 0:46 - Wine and Shine Podcast: our “why” 3:29 - Our journey as friends 10:52 - Wine of the Day: 2012 Chateaux de Cruzeau Bordeaux ($24.99) 18:18 - Let’s talk about moving 20:50 - Pro’s & Cons:...
Oct 18, 2016•1 hr 7 min
