In this solo episode, Ilana shares why she is officially leaving the startup workforce, and the problems she's faced after working at four startup companies. Startups are truly not for the faint of heart, and Ilana sadly discovered she can no longer handle that kind of environment anymore. Takeaways from the episode: -Why startups may not be for everyone -Common behaviors people who work at startups have - Ilana's horror story with her latest ex-company -Be careful with who you trust at work -Wh...
Mar 30, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 6
For this week's episode, Renee Angelique comes onto the show to talk about her experiences being in the plus-sized community as a Black influencer. Ilana and Renee had a really great and empowering conversation regarding body positivity. Here are some of the main takeaways from this episode: Why Renee became a voice for the plus-size community The importance of holding brands accountable for lack of plus size clothing The best brands that cater well to plus size bodies How the body positivity mo...
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this solo episode with Ilana, she explains her frustrations with people tone policing others. Ilana is no stranger to being tone policed in her life and has had her feelings and emotions be invalidated because she gave an opinion that was mistaken for "having a tone" or being "rude and angry." Main topics covered in this episode: -Defining tone policing -Why does tone policing hurt people, especially women? -Examples of when Ilana was tone policed -How tone policing is common in the workplace...
Mar 16, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 4
We have our first guest of season 2 of Shamelessly Unapologetic! Youtuber and podcaster, Jen Lauren is here to talk about all things self-care and why everyone should have a self-care routine in their life. In this episode, we cover topics on how we discovered what self-care methods work for us, how to set boundaries at work and not ignore your own self-care needs, the best ways to establish a good self routine, and why self-care is important to function as a human and allow us to live our best ...
Mar 09, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode, Ilana shares how she recently got submental liposuction aka chin liposuction to eliminate her double chin. She talks about her motivations for getting the surgery, her struggles with body image, the costs, where she got the procedure done, the doctor she went to, recovery, and more. If you're interested in getting liposuction or plastic surgery in general, you definitely don't want to miss this episode. There's absolutely zero shame in getting a cosmetic procedure or surgery don...
Mar 02, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 2
After a much-needed break, Shamelessly Unapologetic has finally returned and started season 2! In this episode, Ilana shares some exciting announcements, what she has in store for the new season, and some slight changes she is making to the show. She also dives a bit into her recent dating life, work, mental health, her recent trip to San Francisco, and more! It's good to be back.
Feb 23, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 1
What a great first season it's been! Ilana closes out season 1 by sadly sharing how she got COVID and sends a thank you to all the listeners for tuning into the first season of Shamelessly Unapologetic. See you in 2022!
Dec 22, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In this episode, Ilana opens up about why she felt like she had to hide her spiritual side for so long. She shares more about her choice to have a spiritual side along with her religion, Judaism, and how it's helped her feel more connected and in tune with herself.
Dec 08, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this episode, Ilana opens up a bit about her struggles with ADHD and weight gain.
Dec 01, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 48
It's Shamelessly Unapologetic's one-year anniversary! Ilana reflects on how the first year of podcasting has gone for her and what she's learned. She also shares the struggles she's faced while starting a podcast and how it's helping her better understand the podcasting world. If you're curious to learn more about what it is really like to podcast, then you'll like this episode.
Nov 17, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In honor of Ilana's upcoming 30th birthday, she shares 30 things she's learned in 30 years.
Nov 10, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Happy Scorpio Season! Ilana is excited it is finally Scorpio season and that she will be turning 30 soon. In this episode, Ilana gives a few tips on how to take care of yourself during Scorpio season.
Oct 27, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Ilana discusses manifestation and how she's implementing it more into her life in terms of self-care, mental health, and overall wellbeing. She discusses how she started a manifestation journal recently and even shares some of her prompts. She gives a few tips on how to start manifesting your life so you can achieve your deepest desires.
Oct 20, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Ilana is back with talking about work again and this time it's in her own profession...tech recruiting! She shares how and why she became a technical recruiter and why she enjoys her role. Ilana also gives tips on how to get into recruiting, especially if you're looking for a job change into it!
Oct 13, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Ilana opens up about what she's learned in her life to become a better person. She believes in the importance in learning and growing and why it's ok to change for the better. She also ties in how her personal growth allowed her to become more confident in who she is as a person. Ilana also shares tips on how you can become confident in yourself.
Oct 06, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Ilana starts off the episode with a few experiences listeners shared with her regarding toxic friendships. Ilana also dives into two experiences she has had with two different people she thought were her friends, but ended up being more like frenemies. She shares a little bit about about how to let go of toxic friends and how to also spot the red flags.
Sep 29, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this episode, Ilana discusses why she lives a cruelty-free lifestyle along with her decision to become a vegetarian. She shares a bit more insight on what being cruelty-free means and how others can live a cruelty-free lifestyle. Ilana also opens up about her journey to becoming a vegetarian and the steps it took to adjust. If you're thinking about becoming cruelty-free, a vegetarian, or even a vegan...then you will love this episode!
Sep 22, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In this episode, Ilana announces she accepted an offer at a new company and the reason why she got super picky during her job search this time around. She also takes you through a deep dive into her job search process and the roller coaster it was for her.
Sep 15, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 39
After taking a short break, Ilana is back from her trip to San Francisco. She discusses her struggles with missing San Francisco and how being away from the city is starting to affect her. Later in the episode, Ilana shares more about her feelings about Texas passing the anti-abortion law.
Sep 08, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Ilana shares why she is ready for a relationship and why finding a romantic partner is important to her. Even though she's always embraced being happily single, a relationship is still something she really wants one day.
Aug 25, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Ilana opens up more about her mental health, burnout, stress, and hormonal imbalances.
Aug 18, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In this episode, Ilana shares a little bit about why she chose to bite the bullet and live alone. She has always been used to living with roommates and had always preferred it due to her being so extroverted and wanting to save money. However, since moving to Portland...she decided it was time to get her first studio apartment. She also shares what she's learned so far from living alone.
Aug 11, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this episode, Ilana shares a list of things she is no longer wasting her time and maybe even why you shouldn't either. She also reads off listener submissions on what they're no longer wasting their time on.
Aug 04, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In this episode, Ilana shares what it is like to be unemployed from the times where it happened beyond her to control up until her doing it to herself. She shares an important message about the practice of self-care while being unemployed and how to navigate it. If you're currently unemployed, you may want to give this episode a listen!
Jul 28, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Ilana has some news to share with everyone. She recently quit her startup job due to her experience at a company she thought was going to be a great experience...until it wasn't.
Jul 21, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode, Ilana hosts Layla London, who is the host of the Curious Girl Diaries Podcast. Ilana and Layla talk about their terrible dating experiences from being stood up, bad sex, jerks, etc. Later in the episode, Layla and Ilana dish out on their sexual encounters and their kinks. EXPLICIT WARNING: If conversations about sex and kinks make you uncomfortable then you may not like this episode. Check out the Curious Girl Diaries website! Listen to the Curious Girl Diaries podcast here ! Fo...
Jul 14, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Ilana goes on a rant about the dangers of modesty culture and how it affected her life growing up. She shares how she felt more true to herself when she wasn't dressing "modestly" anymore, and feeling better in her own skin.
Jul 07, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode, we are back with another guest featuring Allison Alderman, owner of Virginia's Daughter Bridal Boutique. Allison shares her story of making her dreams a reality and becoming a business owner. She shares her journey about starting a bridal boutique and gives a lot of good advice for those who are interested in having their own storefront or becoming their own business owner. Follow Virginia's Daughter: Facebook: Virginia's Daughter Bridal Boutique Instagram: @va_daughter Website:...
Jun 30, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode, Ilana talks about her experiences being a bikini competitor and all of the ups and downs she's faced from competing in NPC bikini competitions. *Trigger warning* Mentions of eating disorders, weight gain, and weight loss are in this episode.
Jun 23, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode, Ilana talks about her struggles with her own religion, antisemitism, her Jewish identity, and her experiences growing up as Jewish.
Jun 16, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 27
