36: Have an idea for a business or new product? Ever wondered how startups put together their business plans, launch, optimize, and grow? How do they stay focused and not burnout? It can all be overwhelming to think about, but Goodwipes' founder Sam Nebel is on Oh My Pod! today to discuss how an idea (wipes!) in college turned into his full-time business. Chelsea and Sam discuss: WTF to do when you have no idea how to start a biz How to put an idea into motion Creating a business plan for du...
Mar 22, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast 35: To get an opposite perspective of the "being single" POV, Chelsea brought in Kim Lugo, a serial monogamist who's been in 3 long-term relationships throughout her adult life. We discuss: College relationships - being in a bubble and dealing with the ups and downs of college towns and dating Post-grad relationships - "growing up" and moving to a new town/city together, moving in, "adulting", and starting to truly realize what you want in a partner Late 20s rel...
Mar 08, 2019•2 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast 34: If you're single, you've probably run into people asking you "OMG! How?! Why? Are you getting over an ex? Want me to introduce you to this person?" Or maybe "don't worry, sweetie, your Knight in shining armor is coming soon!" People feel bad for you, question your past relationships, wonder when you're going to find "The One"... it can be tough to deal with the CONSTANT questions. In today's episode, Chelsea talks about her singlehood (is tha...
Mar 01, 2019•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast 33: Chelsea is going solo today to start sharing some travel recaps! Up first... Canada, eh? Outside of some helpful travel tips + takeaways, some really funny stories are told, which include: How Chelsea ended up at a police station on NYE Touring Quebec City turned family pub crawl Acting like a tour guide after hitting 3+ pubs Segwaying in Montreal in below 10 degree weather + more Follow Chelsea @ChelseaRiffe and @OhMyPod_ on Instagram. Rate, review, subscribe, and let Chels know what you li...
Jan 18, 2019•2 hr 40 min•Transcript available on Metacast 32: Ben DeLaCruz of Optimal Performance Training Center is back on the pod for Part 2! We discuss: Finding motivation during and after the holidays Staying on track with your health goals What foods will help in weight loss or gaining muscle Keto Intermittent fasting Food myths + more! Ben is offering 15% off ANY training package with code OhMyPOD15 . You have to sign up on his free app " OPTC" in the app store and create an account for the code to be redeemed. Follow @ChelseaRiffe on ...
Jan 05, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast 31: Investing in your health is one of the most important things you can do. But setting aside the money to pay for a personal trainer can be daunting... On today's episode, Ben DeLaCruz, the owner and trainer at Optimal Performance Training Center , sits down with Chelsea to chat through why having one can truly change your mindset and body. We break down the benefits of a trainer over group fitness/home workouts, what are the factors that contribute to amazing results...and LADIES, HOW DO ...
Dec 14, 2018•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast 30: We've heard it all - you're so broke you have to wait until next paycheck to get toilet paper. Or you've somehow "accidentally" racked up thousands in credit card debt. Or your card gets declined at Chick-fil-A... it's an all-too-common story we've been through, and frankly, I'm over it. Well at least, over talking about how "funny" it is being broke. Today, Topsie VandenBosch joins Oh My Pod! to talk about breaking your limiting beliefs around mon...
Dec 06, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast 29: Ever wonder how people from Europe, especially France, seem to have lean, slender bodies, but are always drinking wine, eating pastries/croissants, and enjoying dessert? Ingrid De La Mare-Kenny joins Oh My Pod! today from Monaco, to discuss the major differences between the American way of eating/living vs. the French, and what we can do to enjoy our food while also being healthy. Did you know that most of it has to do with HORMONES? Specifically, cortisol? We cover several hormones and brea...
Nov 28, 2018•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast 28: Today, Chelsea does a solo episode about self-care and how we need to stop being so sh***y to ourselves. She breaks it down by mind, body, and spirit. What works for Chelsea might not work for you, and she encourages you to try out different things to see what aligns best for your needs. She shares past struggles, like: - Being obsessed with tracking things and seeing the numbers on the scale - Having to go to a GI specialist and was told to basically stop eating chocolate (LOL) - How much s...
Oct 22, 2018•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast 27: Dating in your twenties is rough. How can you decipher if he just wants to hook up? How do you go from hookup to relationship? Why can't guys just commit...or at least take you OUT to freaking ice cream? On today's episode, Chelsea has her mini-me baby sister on, Izzy Riffe. Izzy is a sophomore in college, and provides a different perspective on what she's dealing with as a 19-year-old navigating the scene. They both agree that you CAN have the upper hand if you're your own p...
Oct 11, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast 26: If you haven't watched Vanderpump Rules, you've heard of it. And if you haven't heard of it, you must be living in an alternate universe. Then again, VPR is its own alternate universe... Fights, hookups, scandals, and drink-throwing has made this show one of the highest rated on TV. Chelsea has been obsessed since Day 1, and all this talk about manifesting on recent podcasts has turned into an actual manifestation, in the flesh - a VPR cast member on the pod. Adam Spott ( @spottm...
Aug 30, 2018•1 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast 25: Circling, journaling, feng shui, meditating, essential oils, astrology... how can things like this enhance your life? Those topics are just a glimpse of what the women behind That's So Retrograde podcast cover. In one of the hosts own words, they're "just trying to see what's good"... I'm down. In today's episode, Steph Simbari and Elizabeth Kott of That's So Retrograde sit down with Chelsea to cover so many topics: - Relationships - Friendships - Feeling ov...
Aug 15, 2018•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast 24: No shame, no filters, no BS - that's how I describe Lauryn Evarts Bosstick from The Skinny Confidential. Today, Chelsea has one of her FAVE people on to discuss how TSC came to be, dealing with anxiety, time management, creating your own future, executing vs. envisioning, health and wellness tips (a liter of water in the AM with lemon and PINK SALT?!), time-batching, and even a special cameo by her hubby Michael Bosstick. Lauryn is an all-around badass who actually inspired Chelsea to la...
Jul 12, 2018•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast 23: Manifesting something so specific can seem overwhelming, and often times we think we don't deserve the best. This mindset, combined with co-dependency issues, limiting beliefs, and negative self-talk means we never truly get what we want or deserve. Why is that? Why don't we think we can have the cutest, best, brightest apartment in our fave part of the city? Why can't we attract someone who has a house in Malibu? Why can't we try something crazy and be good at it, like comed...
Jun 29, 2018•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast 22: Some people have gifts that can't be ignored - geniuses, scientists, astronauts ...and psychic mediums. Psychic Chris Medina ( @psychicchrism ) is on today's podcast to discuss his metaphysical gift of being a psychic medium. We talk through how he discovered this rare talent, how he uses it now, what a reading entails, and so much more... including a mini reading of Chelsea! To book your own reading with Chris, visit http://www.chrismedina.guide/ and follow him @psychicchrism. Follo...
Jun 20, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast 21: In today's episode, Chelsea chats with Mona Cristo (@monacristo) about the world of blogging and being a social media influencer... They cover how Mona got started, tips for growing your following, the key to success, best editing apps, and much more - like how Mona just launched on online swimwear boutique! And of course - we had to keep it real. What's real vs. fake on Instagram? How can we disconnect and be more present in the digital age? Mona shares her tips on being more presen...
Jun 13, 2018•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast 20: It's the second part of the "About Me" podcast to get to know Chelsea....and boy, do you get to know Chelsea today! Shelly and Chelsea cover: - Chelsea's dating history from hell - Working in social media and the love/hate relationship with it - Getting shingles from FOMO - Biggest regrets - How Chelsea broke her toe after karaoke - Housewives taglines for themselves - Learning lessons from getting older - A big secret ++ MUCH MORE! Follow Shelly @ShellyBals on Instagram Fo...
May 18, 2018•2 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast 19: Today's episode is definitely different than any you've listened to before - Shelly Baldasti, one of Chelsea's BFFs, takes seat as host, while interviewing Chelsea for an "About Me" episode! They cover everything from finding motivation to finally start this podcast (after over a year of stalling), Chelsea's path to where she is now (she was a hostess at an Italian restaurant after college, despite being a great student), her family, likes, hopes, dreams, failures (...
May 10, 2018•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast 18: Chelsea has her most requested guest ever on this episode...her mom, AGNES! Agnes speaks wisdom and drops truth bombs as if she's lived a thousand lives. She offers her insight on dating in your 20's, setting expectations for relationships, not blaming yourself for things going south, and the keys to a successful relationship and marriage. Chelsea shares some of her dating doozies and fears of commitment, but Agnes reassures us all, we just haven't met our person yet... and THAT&...
May 04, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast 17: Chelsea sits down with the first guy to ever grace the podcast - Jared Freid! Jared hosts his own podcast, "The JTrain Podcast", and co-hosts Chelsea's favorite podcast "U Up?" with @Betches co-founder Jordana Abraham. He's an NYC based comedian, who's written for the likes of Total Frat Move, Betches, and BroBible, and often performs stand-up all over the country, even recording live podcasts along the way. They cover what drives every girl crazy, or wants an...
Apr 26, 2018•2 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast 16: Do you ever hear people, or maybe even yourself, say "I can't do yoga - too boring" or "it's just way too slow". I used to be one of those people, but found it to be extremely mentally beneficial several years ago. It did take me a while to get there, but it happened. Cindy Huston has been teaching yoga for years, and is on the pod today to discuss the practice! We learn about different types of yoga, as well as other services she offers, like Reiki, massages, and...
Apr 12, 2018•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast 15: Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Coffee Meets Bagel, Plenty of Fish, OKCupid, Match.com.... the list goes on and on about how many apps + sites are used to pair people together. What about a match-making service? Chelsea sits down with Three Day Rule, a matchmaking service in cities all over the U.S., and two of their matchmakers in Chicago, Brittney and Michela. Everything from how they find the perfect match for their client, weeding out bad dates, and love languages is discussed! Check out their si...
Mar 28, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast 14: Chelsea sits down with Patty Lamberti, a journalist and grad school professor, with a colorful writing background...Playboy, NY Post, Maxim & Chicago Tribune to name a few... They chat through topics like moving from print magazines to digital, figuring out your niche, why grad school isn't always the answer, and some hilarious stories throughout Patty's career (check out her writing samples !) Get in touch with Patty for any advice or questions at patty.lamberti@gmail.com Connec...
Mar 21, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast 13: Some people wonder what it'd be like to have more than one "regular" or "steady" job. Two jobs?! Questions and concerns pop up like "Where do you find the time?" or "How do you manage it, and make it grow?" to "I'm so busy - I can't even think about adding something to my plate". Today, Chelsea sits down with Natalie Craig, who has had a side hustle for 4+ years, to answer some of these questions. We also address letting go of jud...
Mar 14, 2018•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast 12: Big kid problems....we all have them. But Sarah Merrill has turned her life experiences and daily observations into a major social media account and full-time job @bigkidproblems! Today, we dive into how BKP came to be, what challenges she faces around creating content, being an influencer in the meme world, keeping her creative wheels spinning, and copycat accounts, to the perks of being a social media star (free sh** and being on The Steve Harvey Show?!) After all, we can all relate to her...
Mar 06, 2018•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast 11: Chelsea has a follow-up episode from her Travel Tips solo podcast (Episode 7), so get your notepads out to jot some things down for your next trip! She discusses issues like carrying cash or bringing a card, if it's really safe to use public transit, planning out your trip, and adapting to different cultures. Any other questions or thoughts on travel tips? Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe). Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Sites discussed on ...
Mar 02, 2018•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast 10: Have thin eyebrows from the 90's over-tweezing phase? Or want a thicker and fuller shape? You might be a perfect candidate for microblading! And ever wonder how people have beautiful lashes that aren't the fake ones that you glue on from the drugstore? Well...they might be lash extensions or a lash lift! Learn all about the world of eyebrows and lashes with Brittney Gattuso from Beauté Nouveau. - Connect with Brittney: Beauté Nouveau on Facebook, @beaute_nouveau on Instagram, or emai...
Feb 20, 2018•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast 9: Botox, lip fillers, and Kybella - oh my! Chelsea discusses all things facial fillers with Michelle Shetty of SpaDerma in Chicago. Do people still come in asking for Kylie Jenner lips? Why is Botox so taboo? How much is too much? Find out on today’s episode! - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe) - Connect with Michelle by calling SpaDerma, and follow her on Instagram (Ellison_Esthetics).
Jan 23, 2018•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast 8: Today, we talk about voluntarily stepping into a freezing cold chamber for extreme health benefits. And no, it's not torture, it's cryotherapy! Gabriela Galivan from Advanced Cryotherapy & Fitness explains what cryotherapy is, what it can do for you, and why stepping out into cold weather isn't the same thing as a cryotherapy session. - Connect with Advanced Cryotherapy & Fitness at @advancedcryofitness and . - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe...
Jan 15, 2018•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast 7: Today, Chelsea sits down with....herself! She shares tips around something she loves to do: travel. From finding flights, to using credit card miles to get overseas, to decide on solo or group travel, Chelsea shares some insight from her personal experience. Bon voyage, listeners! Apps + websites discussed on this episode: - SkyScanner (flight comparison site) - Kayak (flight/rental car/hotel comparison site) - Google Flights (flight comparison site) - Hotwire.com (cheap travel and last minut...
Jan 05, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
