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VAIN AND SHAMELESS

Vain and Shameless is a podcast for people who are imperfect, but like, in the best way! It is an unapologetic guide to loving yourself, and living your boldest and most authentic life. Hosted by Doreen, Joan and Juliet Caven, and produced by Bere Thomas, each episode focuses on relatable life experiences and weaves together hilarious stories and insights from the hosts, as well as occasional interview segments with guests and experts. Visit [email protected] on Instagram to learn more about us!

Episodes

Can Self Love Replace Your Desire for Companionship?

Today’s episode asks the question, Can self love replace your desire for companionship? To break down the ins and outs of this very relatable and relevant topic, we sat with our darling friend and psychotherapist, Sabrina Khawaja, and together we not only answer this question, we expand upon on it to give a deeper understanding of the role self love plays in redefining loneliness, and the standards we set for romantic & platonic companions.

Oct 26, 202346 min

I’m stuck! I need a little razzle dazzle |S1E5 [VIDEO]

Feeling stuck is the absolute worst! How do you get yourself out of a stagnant space, and back into living your bestest life? Our amazing guest host on this episode has all the answers! Meet Danielle Canty, she is the co-founder and president of BossBabe, the incredibly popular online community helping ambitious women make more money and build lives they love! On this episode, join Juliet, Joan and Doreen as they chat with Danielle about how to bippidi boopidi boo yourself out of a rut! Get a pe...

Oct 12, 202353 min

Friendship Breakups Hurt Real Bad|S1 E4 [Video]

Friend breakups hurt like Sh*t, and your girlies obviously have some things to get off their chest! In this episode, Doreen, Joan and Juliet are in their feelings and holding nothing back as they discuss friendship betrayals, friendship red flags, unforgivable friend breakups, and when it makes sense to mend a friendship. If you have ever felt the hot sting of a friendship gone sour, this episode is perfect for you!

Oct 05, 20231 hr 10 min

I want to thank me for believing in me |S1E2 [Video]

Self belief is a muscle that requires your focus in strengthening it. In this episode, Joan, Juliet and Doreen chat with Lawyer, Writer and full time hottie, Innanoshe Richard Akuson on building self belief, embracing your authentic self, faking it till you make it, and conquering the specters of self doubt and imposter syndrome.

Sep 21, 202341 min

Envy, you will forever be Famous| S1E1 [Video]

Envy, you will forever be famous. Social media has made it impossible to avoid her greedy claws! Everywhere you look, there is someone excelling in something and in some way, that you wish you could. It’s called “comparison culture besties!”. In this episode, Doreen, Joan and Juliet talk about surviving this culture of constant one-upping and comparison, and share candidly on how to navigate finding a balance in learning to love and appreciate their own lives, without crumbling under the humongo...

Sep 14, 202340 min

The Revolving Door Of Beauty Trends | S1E8

How very on brand of us to close out our season one finale with our vainest episode yet! Join your gworls, Juliet, Doreen, Joan and Bere as they discuss revolving  beauty trends, what has them in a chokehold, and how they maintain their sanity through it all!

Jan 26, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Can Self Love Replace Your Desire For Companionship? | S1E7

Today’s episode asks the question, Can self love replace your desire for companionship? To break down the ins and outs of this very relatable and relevant topic, we sat with our darling friend and psychotherapist, Sabrina Khawaja, and together we not only answer this question, we expand upon on it to give a deeper understanding of the role self love plays in redefining loneliness, and the standards we set for romantic & platonic companions.

Jan 19, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Left on read. (2023 edition) | S1E6

Happy New Year besties!!! It's a new year, and your gworls are back and ready to continue spreading our message of romantic, passionate and liberating self love! In our first episode of the year,  Juliet, Joan, Doreen and Bere, talk about their biggest wins and losses of 2022. What and who will be left on read in 2023?! This is an honest, hilarious, and insightful episode, and a perfect one for the gworlies looking to start 2023 on a warm, uplifting, and very cozy note. 

Jan 12, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 6

I'm stuck! I need a little razzle dazzle | S1E5

Feeling stuck is the absolute worst! How do you get yourself out of a stagnant space, and back into living your bestest life? Our amazing guest host on this episode has all the answers! Meet Danielle Canty, she is the co-founder and president of  BossBabe, the incredibly popular online community helping ambitious women make more money and build lives they love! On this episode, join Juliet, Joan and Doreen as they chat with Danielle about how to bippidi boopidi boo yourself out of a rut! Ge...

Dec 15, 202253 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Friend Breakups Hurt Real Bad | S1E4

Friend breakups hurt like Sh*t, and your  gworls obviously have some things to get off their chest! In this episode, Doreen, Joan and Juliet are in their spicy feelings and holding nothing back as they discuss friendship betrayals, friendship red flags, unforgivable friend breakups, and when it makes sense to mend a friendship. If you have ever felt the hot sting of a friendship gone sour, this episode is perfect for you!

Dec 08, 20221 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Anxiety, you raggedy B*tch | S1E3

Dear Anxiety, please read the room and just be chill! Anxiety really does give hater energy. The absolute nerve to taunt you with its presence when you are just trying to be your most sparkling, best and brightest self!  In this episode, Joan, Juliet, Doreen and Bere, discuss their journey with anxiety from childhood to adulthood and share how they personally, cope in social and professional settings. Listen to this episode to learn how to remain true yourself while living with anxiety....

Dec 01, 202256 minSeason 1Ep. 3

I Want To Thank Me for Believing in Me | S1E2

Self belief is a muscle that requires intentionality and your focus to strengthen it. In this episode, Joan,  Juliet and Doreen chat with Lawyer, Writer, former Twitter Employee and full time Hottie, Innanoshe Richard Akuson on building self belief, embracing your authentic self, faking it till you make it, and conquering the specters of self doubt and imposter syndrome.

Nov 24, 202241 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Envy, You Will Forever Be Famous | S1E1

Envy, you will forever be famous. Social media has made it impossible to avoid her greedy claws! Everywhere you look, there is someone excelling in something and in some way, that you wish you could. It’s called “comparison culture besties!”. In this episode, Doreen, Joan and Juliet talk about surviving this culture of constant one-upping and comparison, and share candidly on how to navigate finding a balance in learning to love and appreciate their own lives, without crumbling under the humongo...

Nov 17, 202239 minSeason 1Ep. 1