Listening to the Yacht Rock station, Elizabeth was confronted with her strong feelings about the characters in the Rupert Holmes classic Escape (The Pina Colada Song) and she’s sharing them with you this week. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Yacht Rock Classics – a playlist Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
Just an episode taking a little stroll down memory lane when Elizabeth’s fondest wish was that her home would get wired for cable so she could watch MTV. And the ripple effect that resulted when her wish finally came true. The tsunami of New Wave music changed her life. Check out the Spotify playlist linked below that showcases the music of the day. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach When I got obsessed with new wave/new romantics before deciding punk was more my thing – a playlist Ra...
It’s always fun to take a little run through those zero risk parasocial relationships, isn’t it? A little palate cleanser for our overwhelmed brains. This week, Elizabeth’s got parasocial enemies on her mind – those celebrities that just ain’t it. And she’s pondering why it wasn’t as easy as expected to create a robust list. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Antoni Drake Ross Lynch (the blond – this entire movie dominated more time of my life than it should have) Bella Thorne Radiant...
Elizabeth was lucky enough to score tickets to a recent John Mulaney comedy show – if you’re not a fan, you should be. That was enough to meet the definition of True Fun per Catherine Price’s definition in The Power of Fun but there’s more…it was a phone free show. Wild. Tune in to hear how that impacted the show. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach John Mulaney John Mulaney and the Sack Lunch Bunch Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
As Elizabeth’s been auditing her tech use, an unexpected statistic rose to the surface. The amount of time she spent scrolling news sites was more than her social media usage. By a lot. In this episode she talks about how her idea of a “well informed citizen” was shaped in the youth, the impact of an unexpected career day guest in 9th grade, and how she’s managing her news consumption moving forward. Maybe your relationship with the news needs a check up as well. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Cre...
By far the most downloaded episode of this podcast is Episode 17 – Self Help Sobriety – whether it was a trick of the algorithm or touching a nerve, Elizabeth’s words about how she was trying to wean herself from self help literature got out there. And now she’s back this week to share that she’s taken a tumble off that wagon and is back to attempting to read herself through her current moment. Check out the episode for some book recommendations if you’re looking for a little personal developmen...
Elizabeth is ready to break up with her phone. But how do you even do that in today’s society when you need to access tech for every little thing? Elizabeth is taking a minute to reassess her relationship with her tech and hopefully, find a more balanced approach. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
Looks like the Stranger Things effect strikes again and this time it’s Metallica. Upside: a whole new generation of fans discovering these absolute legends. Downside: a resurgence in Metallica gatekeeping – which is so predictable and dumb. No stranger herself to the charms of Metallica, Elizabeth’s here to talk about why you need to let people like what they like and she provides some places to look for a deeper dive into all things Metallica stuff. And bonus thoughts from long time Metallica f...
What’s a girl to do if she’s been raised to be a Betty Cooper but in her heart, she’s a Veronia Lodge? Our host, Elizabeth, got to thinking about how we’re all the villain in someone else’s story and that sharing traits with villainous characters doesn’t necessarily mean we’re got a dark heart, does it? I mean, does it? Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
Elizabeth’s returned from a visit to Disneyland and she’s got thoughts. How can the Happiest Place on Earth produce such conflicted feelings in her heart? From delight to disgust, tune in for a quick jaunt through some opinions and thoughts. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
Deep breath, Friends. Society is feeling pretty chaotic and outrageous in this current era. In these challenging times it’s important to remember to take care of yourself in whatever way feels right for you. This week’s episode provides a little validation for all the big feelings and acknowledgement that this is a really, really tough time. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
Elizabeth stumbled across Riki Rachtman’s Twitter feed and it’s got her dreaming of a Headbanger’s Ball Revival with Riki leading the way. Saturday nights and Headbanger’s Ball is a pairing that lives on in Elizabeth’s brain and she’s got some thoughts, as usual, about bringing it all back for a raunchy good time. Also, see the Notes for a link to a sweet playlist celebrating this cultural moment. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Riki Rachtman Headbanger’s Ball RIP Headbanger’s Ball...
During a recent shopping excursion with her offspring, Elizabeth faced the challenge of evolving her look out of the sweat pants and graphic tee phase of the last couple years – it’s been great, but it’s Cute Girl Summer, remember? Unexpected wisdom dropped on her by the kid in question got Elizabeth thinking about making a big moves in her personal style – is it time to put the ho in boho? Tune in and find out. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativit...
Watching 80s/90s era movies with the younger generation can be pretty dicey. Not everything we loved in our youth has aged well. Imagine Elizabeth’s surprise when the 1990 classic Pump Up the Volume resonated with her youngest kid (including Christian Slater being a stone cold fox – do kids still use that term? Probably not. Still accurate). And how it’s message is surprisingly on point for today. Tune in to this week’s episode for a discussion of the movie, the message and the state of teens to...
For sure you guys looked at this title and are like “I don’t need 22 Hard Things to do in 2022 when every single thing is hard” and we absolutely hear you. Hear Elizabeth out though, sometimes being a little more methodical about tackling challenges can result in a better hit rate resulting in increased momentum and feeling like you are all that. Listen in this week and see if you might want to take on this project for the balance of 2022. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Ba...
Kick off your summer with this cute conversation between Elizabeth and Stephanie, one of the members of Elizabeth's Broad Squad (those that keep her sane). Covering a vast collection of topics from how to make your summer cute to roller derby to a deep dive into their shared love of General Hospital and other soaps – tune in for a virtual happy hour conversation. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach The Story of Soaps General Hospital Kansas City Bomber Impala Skates Radiant Badass Chri...
The Radiant Badass Podcast is 50! Well, this is the 50th episode of the podcast which is something to celebrate. Elizabeth is doing a little happy dance and sharing the Radiant Badass origin story for the first time. It’s one of those out of the mud, you get the lotus type vibes. But with a trauma machete. You know, like you do. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Danielle LaPorte The Desire Map Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
In the middle of dispensing advice to her oldest kid, Elizabeth really listened to the advice she was sharing and realized it was probably the advice that she, herself, needed in that moment, but probably wouldn’t take. In this week’s episode she takes a look at other pieces of advice she’s given her kids that maybe she needs to take herself. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Rhyswithahy – Twitter Rhyswithahy – IG Rhyswithahy - TikTok Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
Nothing like a weekend movie binge back in theatres to get Elizabeth all excited about films again. Especially when the films are the solid storytelling found in Everything, Everywhere All At Once and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, or the Pedro Pascal movie, as her sister calls it. Tune in to this week’s episode for a new installment of Radiant Watches (which sounds kind of dirty, I get that now). Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coa...
After a conversation with Producer Chris, Elizabeth felt compelled to create a list of five songs that she finds effective for self care. Maybe not the self care that involves bubble baths and ambient lo-fi beats, but more of the on-the-fly-I’ve-got-to-move-these-emotions-along kind of vibe. There’s also a playlist that includes the songs in this episode plus a few more for kicks – I mean, what’s a 5 song playlist even good for? Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach self care songs – spo...
Still trying to shake off the birthday ennui, Elizabeth’s friend mentioned that she was “burning daylight” in trying to figure out what she was going to be when she grew up. Uh, not helpful. Or, maybe very helpful. Take the time to listen to this episode as Elizabeth contemplates that eternal question. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
When Elizabeth was cleaning up some doom piles and found a list of answers she’d written in response to the prompt “Wouldn’t It Be Cool If…” it took her through a reckoning with past aspirations. Able to cross several things off the list and recognize what wouldn’t make the list today, Elizabeth shares the value of calculating the progress. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
The grunge music of her youth is very much on Elizabeth’s mind lately. In this episode she’s offering a playlist of some favorite songs that maybe didn’t get the attention they deserved, as well as serving up a few little story times of some lighthearted shenanigans from her life in the early 90s – pre twinset and pearls lifestyle. Tune in and share in the nostalgia – and check out the expanded playlist she put together (link in notes) to celebrate that era and the bands, and all that hair. Radi...
The tragic death of Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters on March 25th left a huge hole in so many hearts across the world. Taylor was an amazing drummer and an all around stellar performer, as well as a radiant being of joy in this universe. In this season of so much loss, it really feels like there’s no more space to absorb even this flavor of grief. Elizabeth takes a shot at sorting out her own feelings in this episode. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach This Is Taylor Hawkins – spot...
If you’ve lived in the Pacific Northwest, or even visited, you’ve probably heard about the pervasive “Northwest Nice” you encounter here. It’s our own special brand of passive aggression. In the spirit of Elizabeth’s fascination with how Northwest Nice manifests, here’s an episode explaining several phrases that immediately get her hackles up. And she’s a little spicy about it. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach The Storyteller: Official Playlist Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativit...
You know Elizabeth tried to resist being completely predictable and talking about the Foo Fighter’s new movie, Studio 666, but, well, it turns out she didn’t really want to. It’s exciting when your #pretendbestfriend drops a new movie and you end up in a theatre for the first time in forever. Turns out, the horror wasn’t only contained to the screen. Tune in for that story. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Studio 666 Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park Foo Fighters Radiant Badass Chr...
A few episodes back, Elizabeth talked about how she had to put together a resume for the first time in forever. Today, she’s back talking about some of the specific and unexpected skills she’s honed in the last two years that can be included moving forward. What new tricks and talents have you developed to cope the last two years? Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
What’s the result when Elizabeth stumbles upon Metallica’s James Hetfield’s car collection during a last minute Forced Family Fun trip to Tacoma? This week’s episode has all the dets. Plus, Elizabeth talks about the inspiration she drew from Papa Het and his whips. You can see for yourself at LeMay – America’s Car Museum through January 2023 – tell them The Radiant Badass sent you. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach LeMay – America’s Car Museum Reclaimed Rust: the James Hetfield Colle...
A lot of words have been spoken/written about the challenges of the last couple years and Elizabeth has consumed so many of them. In this week’s episode, she shares the results of her experiment in making a choice to be happy and what she’s noticed gives her a little joy. What surprises have you found in what lights you up? Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
For whatever reason, this week Elizabeth is irritated with the books taught in high school English class. In fact, she’s still not over the trauma dumps in the books she was assigned in high school and we all know that’s been a minute. Give it a listen and see if you feel the same. Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach Radiant Badass Chris Martin, Creativity Coach...
