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Ironically Serious

Ironically Serious offers an unfiltered take on up-leveling life in business, relationships, motherhood, friendships, health/wellness, and self-care. After a dramatic life pivot, Taylor Hedden pulverized society's expectations and started a podcast to document it along the way. Throwing a cold glass of water into the face of hardship, Taylor put a modern twist on confidence and what it means to have earned it. In the spirit of resilience, we relish in personal empowerment and the hard shit that makes us who we are. We're here for the relevant, raw conversations that promote transformation while at your lowest and showing shame the door. Let your hair down and lean in—all are welcome here.

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Episodes

The Lethal Combination for Success

I'm back for a solo episode! It's safe to say I'm an "era" girly – meaning I obsessively ride the trains and waves of "phases." I do a mini-dive into my past phases and the current wave I'm riding now *coughcoughsoccermom* I dive right into the episode with a recent story that made me realize I'm getting old AF. I share my own personal journey as "an athlete," and how I'm feeling right now in my current state of fitness/health/wellness. I share more about my opinion on goal-setting, the fitness ...

Sep 29, 202332 minEp. 48

Coastal Pickleball Cowgirl ft. Sara Noel

#47: Today I'm joined by an online friend Sara Noel – she's a Website Copywriter + Marketing Mentor for business owners who want to craft compelling narratives and build better connections with their ideal clients and customers. I first found her through her weekly newsletter where she tells the #RealLife tea behind dating, single-parenting, and entrepreneurship all while tying it back to marketing. Her secret weapon? An emphasis on embracing authenticity, and that's exactly what we did in today...

Sep 15, 20231 hr 13 minEp. 47

Mini EP - Meatloaf Diaries: Lessons from the Kitchen

#46: Today is a shorty episode brought to you by my weekly unhinged newsletter, Earn After Reading. In this listen, I share how I've recently been cooking (wild, I know) and how this newfound responsibility is teaching me the lessons I (knew) I needed to hear. These 16 minutes will give you a relatable laugh and remind you that you're in the driver's seat of your life. Join 1k others in my weekly unhinged newsletter where I get honest about entrepreneurship. Learn more about the Ironically Serio...

Sep 08, 202315 minEp. 46

The 411: Practicing Patience, Taking Responsibility & Self Talk

#45: I’m back for a solo episode! This time I’m giving you the 411. Inspired by James Clear’s 3-2-1 newsletter , I’m sharing 4 things I’m learning, 1 wellness tool, and 1 question to leave you with for the weekend. From taking responsibility for your actions, changing course, practicing patience, and my newfound understanding of “runner’s high,” this episode is bound to inspire you to take action and leave you better than you came. Join 1k others in my weekly unhinged newsletter where I get hone...

Sep 01, 202329 minEp. 45

Living Delusional, Human Design & Tapping Into Intuition ft. Nadia Khaled

#44: In this episode, I'm learning how to live delulu with manifestation coach, Nadia Khaled. Nadia is an alignment coach and content creator who helps women reclaim their inner power and manifest the lives of their dreams. After being fired from her 9-5 job in 2022, she decided to learn the neuroscience, psychology, and universal laws behind success so she could become a manifestation master and create her dream reality as a business owner. We talk about all things human design; including some ...

Aug 25, 20231 hr 20 minEp. 44

Neurodivergence, Hypnosis & Unlocking Your Subconscious ft. Keylee Miracle

In this guest episode, I'm joined by Keylee Miracle – a psychic hypnotherapist with a background in neuroscience and trauma work. She is the creator of the Neurointuitive Method® which is a blend of hypnosis, human design, neuropsychology, and intuitive practice is designed to meet each client where they are. Keylee is an actual GEM, and we talked through her upbringing at a prestigious school in NYC, her own traumas that started her healing journey, and what led her to study neuroscience. Keyle...

Aug 10, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 43

Que My Identity Crisis

Back for a mini-solo episode where I quite frankly admit to the near-30 identity crisis I'm currently going through. But first, a lovely story about my pat down and uncomfortable feel-up at the LAX airport this week and my newest addiction to first-class seats. I get real and honest about where I'm at in entrepreneurship (spoiler: I have no idea). I share how I've recently felt a little lost at what I want to do with my future and finally admit out loud what I've been feeling for the past few mo...

Aug 04, 202333 minEp. 42

We All Just Need a Damn Nap

Bringing back a solo eppy from the archives... I recorded this a few months ago in May when we were thick in the middle of moving and all the normal life shit we all have to deal with. I wanted to share it now because the words are still true for me now more than ever. I get honest about health, self-sabotage, and facing resistance in your life. I open up about my own daily struggles with anxiety and stress and what I've learned to combat it. The real answer? We honestly just need some damn rest...

Jul 21, 202332 minEp. 41

Just Keep Swimming, Baby

Gone for two months, but I’m back like I never left!!! Thank you for your unwavering support as I got clarity around the podcast and where I want to go before I had a complete menty b. In this solo episode (in my truest raw format), I’m sharing where I’ve been these past 2 months – the highs (like living on a farm for 4 days in Illinois) and the lows (like Avis car rental endangering my child). But on a serious note, I share 3 things I’ve learned this summer to help me get past overwhelm, creati...

Jul 13, 202331 minEp. 40

We’re Not on Fondren Anymore

The announcement no one asked for; we’re moving! And no it’s not to a new city — it’s literally 5-minutes down the street. However, this life change feels monumental and I share why in this life update solo episode. I go full autobiography mode and take you down memory lane to share how pivotal this moment is for me/ my family; where it all started from the strip club to the suburbs. I share how self-awareness and visualization have been crucial for me in making my dreams happen. And of course I...

May 12, 202321 minEp. 39

Taking Back Control After an Abusive Relationship ft. Kellie Malone

In this episode, I’m joined by Kellie Malone – a branding & web designer and entrepreneur based out of Las Vegas, NV. She’s the founder of Kellie Lynn Media, as well as the creator of Tiny Tat Co. and co-host of the What You Keep Podcast. Kellie and I’s paths crossed in 2022 right as Kellie was leaving an abusive relationship. She opens up about her experience, how the toxic relationship changed her life, and what eventually led her to leave. Kellie’s path to healing ever since is inspiring ...

May 02, 202346 min

For the Sake of Discipline

I've missed you guys We are welllllll overdue for a little bit of one on one time together. In this quick episode, we are catching up on everything going on in life. From my NYC escapades getting lit with Lil Wayne and getting my eyeballs violated by a homeless man to my current opinion on Skrillex... I give you guys the life updates nobody asked for; like my current health and wellness journey, my current affairs with drinking alcohol, and #GymLife. I open up about some new identity traits I'm ...

Apr 25, 202333 min

Childhood Loss, Postpartum Healing & Living Differently ft. Grace Blacksea

Get ready for one of the most powerful and honest episodes of Ironically Serious. I'm joined today by Grace Blacksea, a leader, mother, entrepreneur, and founder of The Quench Collective–a community for like-minded leaders who believe in doing business differently. Grace brings an unfiltered conversation around healing, postpartum experiences, and the transformation motherhood brings. We kick off our conversation by reflecting on our shared experience of childhood loss and how that early trauma ...

Apr 14, 202358 minEp. 36

Financial Literacy & Building Wealth ft. Molly Berger

Let’s talk money, honey. Today I’m joined by a revolutionary financial advisor, Molly Berger. Molly specializes in socially and environmentally conscious investing and comprehensive financial planning to help clients from all backgrounds, careers, and economic statuses align their dollars with their values. Recognized with the CSRIC designation and known across the country as an ESG investing expert, Molly brings a fresh, honest, and educated conversation about money to Ironically Serious. We fi...

Apr 07, 202355 minEp. 35

Breathwork, Understanding Trauma & Personal Growth ft. Alyse Bacine

In this episode, I'm joined by an incredibly educated spiritual mentor and breathwork practitioner, Alyse Bacine. She specializes in helping women drastically and miraculously change their lives for the better and has over a decade of experience in the mental health field, including a Master’s in Counseling Psychology and certifications in both Social Emotional Learning and Mindfulness Practice. Not to mention over 20 years of experience in breathwork and healing.!! Alyse and I dive into topics ...

Mar 24, 202350 minEp. 34

A New Era of Ironically Serious

You know I always keep things real, so I need to apologize for my (unexpected) month-long hiatus from the podcast. The good news? I'm not going anywhere. In this solo dolo eppy, I share where I've been these past 4 weeks and why you haven't heard from me. Spoiler: it's not as dramatic as you think. I just needed a moment of clarity, ok? I get honest and real about my vision for this brand and what you can expect in this new era of Ironically Serious. And since you haven't heard from my unhinged ...

Mar 17, 202323 minEp. 33

From Catholic School to Tinder Queen ft. Eva Couto

I'm joined by Eva Couto for an episode with some seriously honest girl talk (and I'm living for it). Eva is a Brand Designer & Strategist who helps badass businesses stand out with bold, strategic & 100% unique branding. She's born, raised, and based in Porto, Portugal–we dive into her upbringing in Portugal and what life was like in a catholic private school. Eva shares how she grew up with security but her mental health was eventually rocked after an abusive experience with her college...

Feb 17, 202355 minEp. 32

Dry January: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Slow clap for Dry January. I can't believe I did it! If you've been following along, you know how important this commitment was for me–so I break down my experience with Dry January in this episode. I get honest about my relationship with alcohol and why I wanted to explore sobriety. I share some of the wild revelations, physical and mental manifestations, and overall clarity I've received from giving up alcohol for 35 days. Other than the physical benefits (which we all know about), I share som...

Feb 10, 202332 minEp. 31

Digital Nomad Life, Bali & Subconscious Healing ft. Diana Jakubcova

Today I’m chatting with Diana Jakubcova – the founder of Deeply Rooted Studio, a branding and consultancy firm that serves female founders worldwide. Diana left her home in Slovakia at 17 and has lived a digital nomad life ever since. We first dive into her journey and how entrepreneurship has morphed for her over the years. After graduating from Fashion Design & Business in Denmark, she shares how she and her partner built multiple, successful online brands which led her to discover brandin...

Feb 03, 20231 hr 10 minEp. 30

The Truth About Starting a VA Business

A business eppy?! WHO AM I?! Today I'm bringing you a much-requested discussion on virtual assistance. WTF is it? Why did I start a VA Business back in 2019? Is it worth it? I answer all of these questions and go into detail about how the virtual assistance industry changed my life . Your mind will be blown when you hear just how many VA opportunities there are in 2023. From the risks of switching careers to the honest truth about diving headfirst into the virtual assistance world, I share the m...

Jan 27, 202336 minEp. 29

Pitching Your Genius & Prioritizing Yourself

I'm back girlies for another big-sis pep talk!! I start the episode with some applicable tips for pitching yourself and mindset shifts to gain confidence in speaking your name in a room full of opportunity. I give you the push you need to put yourself out there and go for your big dreams. Switching gears, I open up about a recent dialogue I've been having about prioritizing yourself first. It's easy to put ourselves last, but I share the importance of serving your mental and physical health so y...

Jan 20, 202327 minEp. 28

Become Confident AF in the Gym ft. White Claw

We're talking all things CONFIDENCE + GYM on this episode, babe. Before I dive in, I share a little life update on how Dry January is going and my current life hack to keep me from craving my nightly glass of wine. To give you a good chuckle, I share a hilarious story about the time I (unknowingly) drank a White Claw at the gym LMFAO – you know I don't hold back on my embarrassing moments. I share a little background on my fitness journey and how the past 4 years have brought me to where I am to...

Jan 13, 202339 minEp. 27

Stepping Into My Healthy Girl Era

I am BACK for the first solo episode of 2023, and for the first time ever... sober . Trust me, I'm shocked too. In this eppy, I share my desires and outlook for 2023 and how sobriety has never looked better. I admit some embarrassing qualities about myself that I'm hoping to change this year and finally step into my healthy girl era. I talk about all things health, wellness, body image, and being kind to yourself. I share my own struggles with self-image and how the last few months of 2022 left ...

Jan 06, 202338 minEp. 26

Sexuality, Near Death Experiences & Girl Talk ft. Cami Sarria

In this episode, Taylor is joined by Cami Sarria - the founder and CEO of SELF creative agency based in Miami, FL. She helps brands align with their essence through social media management, branding, content creation & mentorship. Cami starts the convo by sharing her experience moving from Venezuela to Miami at 10, and what led her to step into the branding and creative sector. She shares a little bit of her journey starting her own business and what gave her the courage to do so, and shifts...

Dec 29, 202259 minEp. 25

Eating Disorder Recovery, Self-Acceptance & Making Pivots ft. Tristan Thibodeau

In this episode, Taylor is joined by Tristan Thibodeau – the founder of Wild Womn Haus, brand strategist for entrepreneurs in the wellness and beauty industries, and host of The Wild Womn Hotline podcast. They start the convo with Tristan's journey to where she is now and how she got started in the marketing sphere. Tristan opens up about her path to recovery from a decade-long eating disorder. Mental health, behavioral patterns, and learning awareness enter the conversation for a candid convo a...

Dec 15, 202253 minEp. 24

The One Moment That Changed Everything

Taylor is back for another solo episode this week! Last weekend, while Taylor enjoyed a mini Texas vacation, was the 19-year anniversary of her brother's death. Taylor shares a little bit about how she's processed grief over the past 19 years and how it still shows up in her life today. She gives some encouraging words for anyone currently living through grief. She then pivots the conversation into an important topic that comes up often during the holiday season: controlling where and who you pu...

Dec 08, 202236 minEp. 23

Entrepreneurship Needs to Chill

Taylor is backkkk for a solo episode after an (unintentional) week off during the Thanksgiving holiday. She gets right into it with an anecdotal story about an embarrassing moment she had at the grocery store last week. * clutz * She shares her current emotions and thoughts on entrepreneurship and how the end of year always brings the pressure. Taylor goes deep into owning a business and the mindset principles she's learned over her 10 years of entrepreneurship – from intuitive marketing and bus...

Dec 01, 202235 minEp. 22

Coming Out, Discovering Yourself & Building Your Dream Life ft. Eden Strader

In this episode, Taylor is joined by Eden Strader – a six-figure photographer turned business coach and host of the That’s My Personal Business podcast. Eden dives right into her story of growing up as a Mormon in Utah and how she got married at 19 which led to her starting her career in photography. Eden and Taylor get real about divorce in their 20s and the commonalities they both experienced being young and married in a religious community. Eden talks about how her divorce led to a pivotal mo...

Nov 17, 20221 hr

Cheeks & Holes

What’s up!!! In this episode, Taylor is back from a week's break where she’s basically been hung over since Halloween. Can anyone relate? Taylor shares a little life update on how the past few weeks have been celebrating her bday and the Astros winning the world series. Taylor hits off the episode by sharing a WILD encounter with a random lady’s ass cheeks on the golf course… In honor of her 27th birthday, she shares a few of the important lessons she’s learned in her 20s. If you’re feeling a li...

Nov 10, 202233 minEp. 20

A Pep Talk for Those Feeling Stuck in Life

Taylor is back for a solo dolo episode, the first one in a month!! She shares some life updates on what she's been up to, party planning, Scorpio SZN, and the current state of her mood. She dishes out some of her recent obsessions including podcast recommendations you NEED to listen to, Cults, and Netflix Documentaries. She then gets real about what the past month of entrepreneurship has looked like for her – how she's navigating a "slow season" in business and the pivotal moment she realized sh...

Oct 27, 202249 minEp. 19
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