Join me for an intimate conversation with Liz Moody: best-selling author, host of The Liz Moody podcast, and my long-time friend. In today's episode, we explore all things family dynamics, mental health, and the personal battles that shape our emotional landscape. When Liz told me she didn't want to discuss money or sex on the show, I instantly knew why...she doesn't feel those topics contribute to her business's mission. Mental health, however, is a different story. On her own platforms, Liz ha...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 19
ALL of your surrogate/gestation carrier questions will be answered in today's fascinating episode with Sam Mathews, a woman sharing her journey with the world on social media. Sam opens up about all of the challenges, joys, and intimate details of carrying a baby for another family. From navigating contractual obligations to managing public perceptions, Sam offers a refreshingly honest portrayal of her experience (which she's been through twice so far). We get into all the financial aspects of s...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 44
This week's episode is all about the beauty of minimalism and nomadic living. As a person who just settled into my suburban lifestyle but very much longs for an exciting "phase 2" of life after my kids go off to college, I LOVED every moment of this conversation. Our audience caller, Jeesely, shares her story of taking a huge leap from living in her dream suburban home with a white picket fence in the yard to uprooting everything and opting for the fluidity of living in an Airstream. She shares ...
Apr 30, 2024•59 min•Ep. 42
This episode contains references to suicide and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. This week on the pod we’re thrilled to have Gabriela Ulloa and Meadowlark Monaghan from the brilliant podcast, Thoughts May Vary. Join us as we hear how they navigate the often-murky waters of mental health with a sense of humor and candid vulnerability that's...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 7 min
This week, we are coming at you with a special EXPERT episode of The Real Stuff podcast. Thus far, all of our guests have come on to discuss taboo topics relating to sex, money, and mental health...but this week we wanted to try something new. Almost all of the podcasts I listen to personally are educational (mainly about health, wellness, and science). This week, I'm joined by Tina Anderson, the founder of Just Thrive Probiotics (the brand I've been taking over the past few months), to hear all...
Apr 18, 2024•52 min•Ep. 15
The moment Chelsea realized she couldn't sit down, something told her this was going to be a day unlike any other. Her story of giving birth to her second child, which unfolds like a scene straight out of a movie, kicks off our latest podcast episode with a bang. All stories of labor and delivery are unique, often leaving parents' expectations flipped upside down, but the raw power of motherhood always shines through. From the pulse-pounding dash to the hospital to Chelsea's astonishing car birt...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 54
Join us for a special Thursday edition of the podcast where we step away from our typical Tuesday format to bring you an audience Q&A. In today's conversation, I share a slice of my personal life, from the heartfelt reasons behind my baby's name to my hands-off approach to parenting and milestone tracking. I also get candid about how my husband and I worked through the challenges of having a long-distance relationship during our college years. This episode is full of personal anecdotes and i...
Apr 11, 2024•52 min
This week is all about the money as we have an enriching (no pun intended) dialogue with Tori Dunlap, an amazing internationally-recognized money and career expert, New York Times bestselling author, and podcast host. As we discuss her remarkable journey to multimillionaire status, Tori unravels the complexities of 'coast FIRE' and the influence of hitting that first $100k milestone. She offers a treasure trove of insights into savvy investment strategies and underscores the transformative effec...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 58
Embark on an insightful journey through the labyrinth of new parenthood with our guest, Cameron Rogers, who's currently in the trenches of the fifth trimester with her second child. I love it when I get the chance the bring my friends on the podcast, and Cameron is a close friend in the industry. The two of us connect frequently and share intimate thoughts and financial figures about our businesses. As a fellow podcast host and fresh to the motherhood scene, she brings a raw, unfiltered perspect...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 8 min
This week’s episode is an intimate journey through the heart of New York City with an audience caller who happens to be a friend of mine in real life. In this vulnerable conversation, Elia opens up about her pursuit of love at 42 years old. What I find so amazing about today's episode is the fact that this type of conversation is SO rare to listen in on let alone have. We all know someone who's still single even when most of their friends have found love and settled down, and these are the topic...
Mar 26, 2024•54 min•Ep. 51
This week on The Real Stuff, our guest is Natalie from Natalies Outlet. She is one of the ORIGINAL YouTubers who grew her channel during those peak years of being a YouTube creator, and in this episode, we talk all about balancing the limelight of YouTube fame with our quieter, more introspective areas of personal growth and self-discovery. Listen in as Natalie shares her evolution from the shy, artistic spirit in the back of the classroom to a social media powerhouse. We peel back the layers of...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 16 min
I am pregnant with baby #2! Come inside my first-trimester pregnancy diaries, where I've been popping on the microphone weekly and providing real-time updates throughout this entire trimester. As I navigate the labyrinth of expecting our second child, I pull back the curtain on the decision-making process, the wavering between reluctance and readiness, and the early physical telltales of pregnancy. It's not just a countdown of 249 days until our new arrival; it’s an invitation to walk alongside ...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 2 min
This episode contains references to sexual abuse that some listeners may find upsetting. Join me as I connect with Parvathy Thiruvothu, an Indian actor and activist (and a longtime friend of mine) whose voice resonates with heartfelt authenticity. Listen in as Parvathy and I navigate the complexities of international friendships, how a simple message exchange blossomed into a profound digital companionship, and the beautiful realities of social media's power to bring people together. Parvathy is...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 7
When I first decided that the podcast would bring on audience callers as guests, I was hoping my friend Alanah Dixon would apply. She is in a lesbian marriage and is currently the mother of 2 children, both of whom she carried (one came from her egg and the other from her wife's). Join us for a heartfelt conversation as she shares her poignant moments of self-discovery and her liberating experience of coming out as a lesbian, juxtaposed against her earlier relationships with men. Our discussion ...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 64
Join me for a heart-to-heart with none other than the rock and roll king, my dad, Jimmy Fink. In this special episode, I sit down with my dad to unravel the tales of a life deeply intertwined with music history. We embark on a personal journey from the heady days of Woodstock and Studio 54 to the intimate moments that have defined our father-daughter bond. The laughter, the struggles, and even the recording snafus of this podcast episode itself stitch together a story that's as rich and vibrant ...
Feb 20, 2024•53 min•Ep. 62
In today's episode, I'm sharing every salary I've ever made and every amount of rent I've ever paid in my NYC apartments. For some reason, these topics are incredibly taboo and I've been through my entire media career thus far without sharing this. As the host of this podcast, however, I've decided to practice what I preach and OPEN UP. I once believed that an influencer's worth was directly measured by their follower count – but that myth is quickly dispelled when you step behind the scenes of ...
Feb 13, 2024•43 min•Ep. 61
This episode contains a reference to suicide that some listeners may find upsetting. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. In the first audience caller episode of The Real Stuff podcast, join us for a heartfelt journey into the complex world of parenthood and relationships. We're breaking new ground by bringing our audience into the conversation, featuring p...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 3
Join me as I sit down with the multifaceted Mike Johnson, whose journey from "The Bachelorette" fame to a career in sexology has been anything but conventional. Listen in as we explore Mike's unexpected transition into the spotlight and how his distinct background informs his current passion for promoting sexual and mental well-being. In this episode, we peel back the layers when it comes to the influence of childhood experiences and how they shape our aspirations for parenthood and legacy. We r...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 63
To properly introduce you to The Real Stuff podcast, I’m sitting down and diving into all the dirty details. In today's solo episode, you'll learn everything from the driving force behind the series to the line of questioning I plan on asking my guests, the show's format, and more. This series has been a long time coming, and there's never been a better time for these important conversations to unfold. What’s inside? - Why I chose to record a solo episode for episode 1 - How my platforms have ch...
Jan 30, 2024•46 min•Ep. 60
Welcome to The Real Stuff is a weekly podcast series hosted by Lucie Fink who has spent the past decade getting curious and creating engaging and educational content for an audience of millions. On this show, you won’t hear your favorite guests talk about things they typically share — rather, Lucie pulls them deep into some of the world’s most taboo topics, asking intensely personal questions about sex, money, and mental health, all in an effort to help you feel less alone as you navigate throug...
Jan 09, 2024•1 min•Ep. 59
