From their 5th birthdays to 27th birthdays, Aubrey and Victoria have been there for each other through it all! In this episode with your fave besties, Aubs and Vic reflect on what it means to be turning 27. They open up about awkward past birthdays and overthinking invite lists to now feeling comfortable and confident in who they are and how they want to celebrate. Aubs asks Vic about what has changed for her from 25 to 27, the internal growth she’s experienced, and what advice she has for anyon...
May 01, 2024•46 min•Ep. 257
Dancing with the Stars professional dancers Daniella Karagach and Pasha Pashkov are on the pod (their first together!) to spill all the details on their journey from mastering the ballroom to mastering life together. We’ll dive into how Daniella's early ADHD diagnosis played a role in her dancing career and how Pasha’s love for competition shaped his. They're opening up about the mental hacks they use to overcome performance anxiety and develop their confidence on and off the stage. Plus, we’ll ...
Apr 24, 2024•51 min•Ep. 256
Vic and Max are back to share game changing tips for effective communication in your relationship! They share their top two qualities about one another that helps them have great communication, navigate the ups and downs and different phases of their relationship and show up for and support each other. They walk through recent examples of disagreements and how they got through them, prioritizing self-awareness and understanding the other person’s perspective. Vic and Max also put together some g...
Apr 17, 2024•51 min•Ep. 255
One of Victoria's friends and favorite chefs ever, Carissa Stanton aka @broccyourbody, is back on the pod to talk about her recent engagement, wedding planning and brand new, first ever cookbook, Seriously So Good, coming out on April 16th! Carissa is known for her delicious, easy, yummy, and fun recipes that are crowd pleasers through and through – especially for Vic and her husband, Max. Carissa & Victoria share their favorite recipes from the cookbook and of course, they chat all about he...
Apr 10, 2024•48 min•Ep. 254
Alexa Jay is a confident curve model who radiates self-love, but she’s had to overcome a lot to get to this place. Today Vic and Alexa are getting real about body image, mental health and the grief process. Alexa shares how she rebuilt her confidence and self-worth after a toxic, abusive relationship in college, which led to an eating disorder. Vic and Alexa relate on so many things; from being athletes feeling pressured to look a certain way, to the unhealthy patterns diet culture perpetuates –...
Apr 03, 2024•48 min•Ep. 253
Have you ever wished you could call Vic and pick her brain about how to be successful in your chosen career path? Well, here’s your chance! In this episode, Vic is sharing her high level business and career advice mixed with tangible takeaways. These six tips are the things that have helped her build connections, cultivate a growth mindset, and be successful in her own career. They will help you feel confident as you seek out new opportunities, figure out what you want to do or start taking step...
Mar 27, 2024•45 min•Ep. 252
Tanner Smith from Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum has captured hearts & spread so much joy simply by living authentically. In this week’s ep Vic sits down with his mom Nicci to talk about their family’s journey supporting Tanner through his autism diagnosis, providing insight and encouragement for other special needs parents. She shares the beautiful life lessons Tanner has taught them, their main goal for going on Love on the Spectrum and how he’s handled all the attention since the show air...
Mar 20, 2024•49 min•Ep. 251
In this heart-to-heart episode, Victoria is finally ready to open up about her recent body image struggles. As she's hinted at through her Instagram stories over the past few months, she’s been struggling more than she ever has since having her binge eating disorder. Because Real Pod is all about getting real, even though things might not always be pretty or inspiring, she’s sharing how she’s been feeling about her body in the most honest way possible, recognizing the fears and patterns she slip...
Mar 13, 2024•42 min•Ep. 250
Color theory has become a crucial part of Vic’s personal style recently, so she invited Julia Dobkine, a certified image consultant, style coach, color enthusiast and founder of Agile Styling, to talk all about embracing and having fun with your unique color palette! Julia shares why color is foundational to your personal style, the history of color theory and how to integrate your perfect color palette into your wardrobe. Victoria shares her own journey learning how to embrace her color palette...
Mar 06, 2024•45 min•Ep. 249
Strap in, because in this solo episode Victoria’s sharing how she’s managing her chaotic schedule, protecting her time, sticking to her 2024 goals, and finding peace within it all. She talks about her non-profit The Hidden Opponent's recent workshop in collaboration with Adidas, and how her identity as a former D1 athlete has evolved. She openly shares how she and Max are working through the no-phone-in-bed policy, and how she’s feeling about her unexpectedly thriving social life. Saving the bes...
Feb 28, 2024•41 min•Ep. 248
Kaitlyn Bristowe is Vic’s idea of success; she’s an entrepreneur, content creator, podcaster, and truly one of the realest women on the internet. So, get ready for an instant mood boost! Vic and Kaitlyn really cover it all - from Kaitlyn’s new iconic bob, Botox and beauty standards to her successful career post reality TV and honest journey with mental health. Kaitlyn gives insight into how she navigates haters on social media, comparison and body dysmorphia, the woo-woo practices that help get ...
Feb 21, 2024•48 min•Ep. 247
Four flights, two stadiums, one magical weekend: Vic and Max are recapping the most wild experience traveling from LA to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Tokyo, Japan to the Super Bowl with Priceline! In this episode, Victoria and Max are dishing all about this once in a lifetime opportunity as a couple, and answering your most pressing questions like: How did this even come about? How did you handle the jet lag? Thoughts on Kelce shoving Andy Reid? Did you see Taylor at the Super Bowl? Vic shares so...
Feb 14, 2024•43 min•Ep. 246
TW: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault. While figure skater Gracie Gold was capturing America’s heart in the 2014 Sochi Olympics, her new not-so-fluffy sports memoir, Outofshapeworthlessloser , reveals that her life behind the scenes was more dark comedy than cookie cutter. Gracie has always been candid about her mental health struggles, which is why Vic has always been a big admirer of hers as a female athlete, and this episode is no exception. Gracie vulnerably reveals new det...
Feb 07, 2024•45 min•Ep. 245
In this cozy, laid-back episode, Victoria dives into a spontaneous Q&A session with questions from her VIP broadcast channel on Instagram. As always, Vic keeps it real, addressing how she manages her overwhelming schedule and prioritizes her time, balances personal needs with relationships, the benefits of exposure therapy in confronting fear, and how to live in the present versus staying stuck in the past. Additionally, she gives advice on pursuing a career in social media, handling convers...
Jan 31, 2024•41 min•Ep. 244
Ready to cultivate a confident, sexy aura in 2024? Enter our girl Ella Halikas, the CEO of Confidence, model, and one of Victoria’s best friends, in her second Real Pod appearance! Ella is back to chat about all things confidence; in friendships, dating, and career. After becoming a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model in 2021, Ella has become a role model for women all over the world, demonstrating what can happen when you have a clear vision for your goals and stay true to yourself. If you want t...
Jan 24, 2024•48 min•Ep. 243
Vic brought her mom Lainie as her plus one to the 2024 Golden Globes, and they had the time of their lives rubbing shoulders with celebs like Jennifer Anniston, JLo and Ben, Margot Robbie, Will Ferrell and Emily Blunt (to name a few) on the red carpet. In this recap, they dish out all the behind-the-scenes details you don’t get to see at home. Vic also shares the reality of attending an award show; how she was invited and the cost of glam and styling. They also give their POV on Taylor Swift's s...
Jan 17, 2024•44 min•Ep. 242
As we step into the new year, it's common to run into a bunch of toxic temptations, right? Well, Vic’s here to shift that focus. Instead of feeling the pressure to change your body, this episode is all about realigning and tuning into what we really want, which is peace. Victoria lined up six powerful body affirmations she uses herself to stay grounded, grateful, and respectful towards her body. They're perfect for steering your mindset towards joy, especially if you're planning any changes this...
Jan 10, 2024•34 min•Ep. 241
Friendships are one of the most important relationships we can have, yet meeting friends and communicating well, especially as we get older, can be a challenge. Enter Danielle Bayard Jackson, Bumble For Friends ' resident friendship expert. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to make more aligned friends, gracefully navigate tough conversations, and have more intimate friendships. You'll get practical tips on being both supportive and vulnerable in friendships, making new connecti...
Jan 03, 2024•51 min•Ep. 240
Join Victoria, Aubrey, and Natalie for their third annual catch-up! This episode is a whirlwind of laughs, reflections, and goals. From holiday plans and moving stress to why Vic’s giving “major bystander energy” in 2024 - it's the wholesome girl talk episode you look forward to every year. They'll revisit last year’s goals, give a little sneak peek at Vic's exciting January launch, and discuss stepping into their sober curious era. Plus, don’t miss the special announcement of Corporate Natalie'...
Dec 27, 2023•40 min•Ep. 239
Allisen Corpuz is an American professional golfer and member of the LPGA Tour. She won the 2023 U.S. Women's Open at Pebble Beach, but before that, she was a student-athlete at the University of Southern California (just like Vic!) on the USC Women's Golf team. In today’s conversation, Vic and Allisen talk candidly about the moments in their sports careers where they almost walked away, and what it took for Allisen to move past her doubts and fears to achieve her dream of becoming a title-winnin...
Dec 20, 2023•48 min•Ep. 238
Shanta Loecker, an anti-oppression facilitator and educator, reached out to Vic four years ago to offer advice on how she could grow and include more people in her mission. Ever since, Shanta and Vic have collaborated to delve into privilege, oppression, racism, and strategies for effecting change. In 2020, Shanta founded 75/25 Impact and currently applies her skills as a creative, complex problem solver and critical thinker to partner with organizations in numerous fields, including the nonprof...
Dec 13, 2023•52 min•Ep. 237
Vic & Max are back on the mic together for an exciting episode with so much to celebrate! First off, hear Victoria's emotional, real-time reaction to what it’s like to make the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and appreciation for Real Pod’s role in receiving this incredible honor! Then, Vic and Max spill the tea on their new home. After spending three incredible years in their current apartment with so many great memories, they’re sharing why they’re moving, what they’re looking forward to most abo...
Dec 06, 2023•41 min•Ep. 236
Victoria’s husband Max is back by popular demand, and today they’re answering YOUR relationship questions! Not only are these questions raw and juicy, but you’ll also get an inside look at Max and Vic’s relationship and super supportive dynamic! They definitely don’t shy away from sharing their own relationship learnings and challenges to help listeners navigate everything from arguments to singlehood to friend-zoning to shooting your shot. Tune in to hear their valuable relationship advice for ...
Nov 29, 2023•52 min•Ep. 235
Alyson Stoner is a household name and memorable childhood actor who starred in Cheaper By The Dozen, Camp Rock, and Step Up! They’ve amassed millions of fans throughout the years and been in the entertainment industry for over a decade. Despite massive success on the surface, Alyson reveals what was really going on in Hollywood… especially as a child star. Alyson’s new podcast “Dear Hollywood” is a tell all about the secretly toxic environment behind the scenes. In this episode, you’ll get a beh...
Nov 22, 2023•57 min•Ep. 234
Evelyn Tribole is a renowned and award-winning dietitian who is one of the two “founding mothers” (as Vic likes to say!) of Intuitive Eating. She has been featured on Good Morning America and is a best-selling author of 10 different books on Intuitive Eating (IE), which is an evidence-based, compassionate, self-care eating framework, rooted in dignity and respect for all bodies. Evelyn is one of the main reasons why IE has grown and evolved into an important cultural movement over the last 30 ye...
Nov 15, 2023•50 min•Ep. 233
Welcome to So Much To Say! Victoria has enlisted her BFF and Real Pod veteran, Aubrey Gavello, to co-host this book-club-inspired podcast where the girls will read Eckhart Tolle's renowned book, A New Earth, recapping each chapter every Friday. Tune in to learn more, you won't want to miss this life-changing and heart-warming limited series! Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, o...
Nov 10, 2023•49 min•Ep. 232
Want to stop worrying about what other people think of you? Whether it's people you know IRL or randos on the internet, most of us are constantly battling a case of “FOPO,” AKA the fear of people’s opinions. Dr. Michael Gervais returns to Real Pod to help us learn how to build a stronger connection to our authentic selves with insight from his new book, The First Rule of Mastery, Stop Worrying About What People Think of You . Dr. Mike is a high-performance psychologist who works with celebrities...
Nov 08, 2023•52 min•Ep. 231
Join Victoria as she opens up about her recent feelings of loneliness despite her large online presence - something many can relate to amidst a national loneliness epidemic. Victoria lays it all out – from her work-driven lifestyle to her friends scattered across different cities. She unravels the unique challenges of making friends in her twenties and the complexity of meeting new people as a content creator who regularly shares vulnerable content. This episode comes full circle as Victoria dis...
Nov 01, 2023•26 min•Ep. 230
Welcome to So Much To Say! Victoria has enlisted her BFF and Real Pod veteran, Aubrey Gavello, to co-host this book-club-inspired podcast where the girls will read Eckhart Tolle's renowned book, A New Earth, recapping each chapter every Friday. Tune in to learn more, you won't want to miss this life-changing and heart-warming limited series! Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, o...
Oct 27, 2023•37 min•Ep. 229
This week Victoria is joined by reality TV personality and fashion designer Whitney Port for a powerful conversation on body image, vulnerability, and identity in the public eye. Whitney rose to fame on The Hills and recently chose to address unwarranted social media comments about her body on her own podcast, With Whit. In this episode, she's opening up further about her relationship with food, social scrutiny on women's bodies, and the risk she willingly takes showing up and sharing her experi...
Oct 25, 2023•53 min•Ep. 228
