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Successful AF

Successful AF

By Ashley Czarnecki and Fiona Miles

A podcast focused on how to be successful in all aspects of your life in your twenties, from relationships to your career, none of us really know WTF we're doing. We're here to help give you advice, start conversations, and remind you that you're not alone while you navigate actual adulthood and your future... with some laughs along the way.
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Getting Unstuck And Finding Your Purpose w/ Author & TEDx Speaker Shira Miller

Successful AFOct 04, 2022

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Feeling Behind & Not Where You “Should” Be
Feb 08, 202458:54
Building Your Confidence Muscle w/ Sarah Singleton
Feb 02, 202456:01
Book Club: The Defining Decade by Meg Jay PHD
Jan 26, 202401:28:23
Setting 2024 Goals & Visualizing The Life You Want
Jan 17, 202401:23:04
Goodbye 2023, Hello Frontal Lobe Development
Jan 12, 202401:18:05
How To Handle Grief And Unexpected Loss

How To Handle Grief And Unexpected Loss

We’re back!! It feels like so much time has passed since we sat down together to record an episode for you guys. Not to mention, so much has happened. We have been waiting to do this episode for a long time, and this just felt like the perfect moment to share it with you. We recap the past month and get really vulnerable in this one. Recording this episode felt like sitting down in therapy together. We hope it reaches the right audience who need help during this time, and for everyone else, we hope you enjoy.


Jul 06, 202301:10:59
Staying Independent While Navigating A Relationship
May 04, 202352:04
Living With Your Partner And Buying Your First Home
Apr 26, 202350:23
Healing Is Hard, Getting Back Into A Relationship Is Harder
Apr 05, 202334:55
Let’s Catch Up w/ Special Guests
Mar 28, 202339:38
The Power Of Being Your Own Boss w/ Alex Prushinski
Mar 22, 202353:13
How To Have More Fun As An Adult & Stop Living For Your Weekends w/ Jenna Palek
Mar 15, 202341:49
The Importance Of Mental Health Advocacy w/ Former Fashion Model, Entrepreneur and Speaker Nikki Gal
Feb 22, 202341:25
Letting Go & Embracing Change In Your Twenties w/ Mafe Anzures
Feb 15, 202328:59
Is Dating On Valentine’s Day Serious?
Feb 08, 202324:08
The Truth About Working In A Male Dominated Industry
Jan 31, 202301:02:19
Developing Your Personal Brand w/ PR Expert Lucia Petruccelli
Jan 25, 202344:55
Be Transparent AF
Jan 18, 202324:42
2022 Recap & Setting Yourself Up For Success In 2023
Jan 11, 202349:22
The Highs & Lows Of The Holiday Season
Dec 21, 202246:37
Giving Yourself Permission To Offend w/ Certified Master Neuroscience Coach Rachel Luna
Dec 14, 202201:22:27
Prioritizing Yourself Isn’t Selfish w/ Mikayla Schultz
Dec 06, 202244:56
Dealing With Jealousy, Envy & Self-Comparison

Dealing With Jealousy, Envy & Self-Comparison

In this episode, we discuss the difference between jealousy and envy and how to handle those emotions. We go through the emotions in romantic relationships, work relationships and friendships. Lastly, we give advice on how to deal with self-comparison and overcome these negative feelings. We hope you enjoy this episode!
Nov 29, 202201:04:27
Finding Your Superpower w/ Chief Creative Officer at ClickUp: Melissa Rosenthal
Nov 22, 202201:11:14
Choosing You & Believing You Are Enough w/ Host of the Badass Basic Bitch Podcast: Brianna Dunbar-Demike
Nov 15, 202201:03:07
Are We Even Friends?

Are We Even Friends?

In this episode, we answer questions to see how well we actually know eachother. The questions range from ridiculous to heartwarming. We hope you enjoy this lighthearted episode where we may or may not find out we aren’t actually as close as we thought. Stay tuned!

Nov 02, 202249:54
Taxes 101: Everything You Need To Know w/ The Wellness CFO Sheridan Pannozzo

Taxes 101: Everything You Need To Know w/ The Wellness CFO Sheridan Pannozzo

In this episode, we speak with Sheridan Pannozzo, licensed CPA and professional bookkeeper. She left her Big 4 accounting job to pursue her business: The Wellness CFO full-time. We talk everything from setting yourself up financially to pursue a career as an entrepreneur to her love for fitness and travel. She also educates us on everything that counts as a write off for business expenses and the biggest mistakes people make involving their taxes. Lastly, we play 20 questions.

Oct 25, 202255:18
It’s Spooky Season

It’s Spooky Season

We’re back witches! It’s just us in this spooky season episode all about halloween. For those who don’t know, Ashley is a die hard fan of this holiday. We catch up and talk everything from her yearly halloween party, to our favorite costumes and more. We hope you enjoy this fun and lighthearted halloween episode filled with a lot of laughs.

Oct 19, 202241:03
Getting Unstuck And Finding Your Purpose w/ Author & TEDx Speaker Shira Miller
Oct 04, 202201:23:44
The Secret Recipe For Living Your Best Life w/ Certified Life Coach Megan Coan
Sep 20, 202252:36
Time To Recharge, Reset, and Restart
Sep 13, 202249:05
Protecting Yourself & Your Business w/ Legal Entrepreneur Andrea Sager

Protecting Yourself & Your Business w/ Legal Entrepreneur Andrea Sager

EP. 10 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we have on the host of The Legalpreneur podcast: Andrea Sager. We deep dive into her journey of how she got to where she is today. We talk about everything from LLCs & trademarks to contracts and business tips. We also touch on misconceptions and important things that people need to know to protect their business legally. Lastly, we get to know Andrea a little more by playing our favorite: 20 questions.

Aug 30, 202249:56
Sad To Savage: Building Better Habits with Shelby Sacco

Sad To Savage: Building Better Habits with Shelby Sacco

EP. 9 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we talk to the one and only Shelby Sacco, queen of all things habits. She tells us about her sad to savage journey and what made her want to start her own course to help others build healthy habits as well. She educates us on the habit cycle, habit stacking and the concept of getting 1% better everyday. Finally, she gives us insight on her new podcast & we play 20 questions! This episode means the absolute world to us and we loved having this conversation with Shelby. We hope you enjoy it just as much!

Aug 24, 202201:45:08
Flipping Your Mindset & Attracting What’s Meant For You

Flipping Your Mindset & Attracting What’s Meant For You

EP. 8 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we catch up with you guys & talk about all things men & the gym. We also talk about Ashley going viral on TikTok for the wrong reasons. We wanted to focus this episode on shifting your mindset from negative to positive to truly attract what’s meant for you. We stress the importance of patience, trusting the process and working on yourself instead of being anxious about reaching a certain destination. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Aug 16, 202243:21
Self Love & Finding Your Worth w/ Emily Zizzadoro

Self Love & Finding Your Worth w/ Emily Zizzadoro

EP. 7 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we chat with our new friend Emily: host of The Uncensored Self podcast. We learn her self love journey and what led her to starting her own podcast. We also discuss building confidence, getting out of your own way, and walking away from things that no longer serve you. Lastly, we touch on living with intention and purpose. Then of course: 20 questions. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode!

Aug 09, 202241:03
Do You Even Like Them?

Do You Even Like Them?

EP. 6 of our SUMMER SERIES!!! In this episode, we talk about the importance of choosing someone you actually like as a partner and see future potential with. It’s important to look at factors like compatibility and not just stay with someone because of a spark or how much time has passed in the relationship. We also touch on dating someone completely opposite of your ex and how to find confidence to put yourself out there. Remember that you should be CHOOSING someone instead of BEING CHOSEN by them.

Aug 02, 202201:03:59
Nobody's Perfect (Even If It Looks Like It On Social Media)

Nobody's Perfect (Even If It Looks Like It On Social Media)

EP. 5 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we talk about our relationship with social media and how it affects our daily lives. Fiona touches on her experience during her social media break & everything she learned. We give our perspective of how it impacts your mental health by over consuming, aimlessly scrolling & comparing yourself to others. It’s important to remember to live on your own path and not use social media to judge your success.
Jul 26, 202252:44
Let’s Start Investing w/ Anne-Marie & Nicole from FML Fund My Life @MyWallSt

Let’s Start Investing w/ Anne-Marie & Nicole from FML Fund My Life @MyWallSt

EP. 4 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we are joined by Anne-Marie & Nicole - hosts of FML Fund My Life Podcast by @MyWallSt. We talk about the importance of starting to invest in your twenties and how to start. They explain how @MyWallSt helps you navigate the best stocks to invest in to start building your stock portfolio. We also talk about why women are less likely to invest in the stock market and why they actually should be. We finish with Anne-Marie & Nicole’s overall best tips to start investing! We hope you enjoy this episode and learn just as much as we did!


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Jul 19, 202201:03:07
Looking At The Bigger Picture w/ The Feminine Soul Whisperer: Susan Eckert

Looking At The Bigger Picture w/ The Feminine Soul Whisperer: Susan Eckert

EP. 3 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we speak with Susan Eckert about self love, healing and her personal journey to where she is today. She explains her photography process and how she differentiates from others in her field. Susan gives advice to women in their twenties who are struggling with self-love. She also gives us insight in her next steps as The Feminine Soul Whisperer. This episode made us feel so many different emotions and we hope it resonates with you in the same way. Enjoy!

Jul 05, 202201:06:55
Are You Having An Identity Crisis?

Are You Having An Identity Crisis?

EP 2. of our SUMMER SERIES!! Have you ever felt like you’re having an identity crisis? Welcome to your twenties… you’re not the only one. In this episode, we talk about the misconception that your twenties are a time to explore and be on a journey of “finding yourself” through travel, avoidance and minimum wage jobs. We also explain the importance of identity capital and how it adds value to your life; therefore setting you up for success in your future. The only way to figure out who you are and what you want to do with your life is to do something. No job is as scary, settled, or permanent as they may seem. This one really hit home for us and we really hope it resonates with you! Sources: The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter — And How to Make the Most of Them Now by Meg Jay

Jun 29, 202236:02
Becoming Your Best Summer Self

Becoming Your Best Summer Self

EP. 1 of our SUMMER SERIES!! In this episode, we catch you up on how we've been feeling lately and give our best advice on the steps we plan to take to become our best summer selves. From making your bed to prioritizing exercise we talk about our goals as we reach the half year mark. This is the perfect time to rest, reset, and refresh. We hope this episode helps you set new intentions and check in with your goals for the rest of 2022!

Jun 21, 202234:01
How To Be Successful At Getting Over A Breakup

How To Be Successful At Getting Over A Breakup

In this episode, we reflect on past breakup experiences and go through all the feels associated with it. We give our advice on the steps we took to move on and become the best version of ourselves post-breakup. What we wish we did differently, how we would approach a new relationship or breakup in the future and the liberating feeling when you finally feel “over it.”

May 10, 202201:00:11
1 Step Forward, 3 Steps Back.

1 Step Forward, 3 Steps Back.

In the wise words of Ms. Olivia Rodrigo: 1 step forward, 3 steps back. Not only do relationships feel this way sometimes, but so does your career. In this episode, we talk about the struggles of being an entrepreneur in your twenties. The highs and lows are challenging and resilience is necessary. We will deep dive into how to cope with unclosed deals, feeling stuck & persevere when it feels impossible to keep going after what you truly want.

May 03, 202230:25
Going Vegan & Quitting Your 9-5 w/ Food Photographer and Blogger Lauren Casolaro

Going Vegan & Quitting Your 9-5 w/ Food Photographer and Blogger Lauren Casolaro

In this episode we talk with our friend Lauren, a vegan recipe developer, food photographer and content creator. We talk about what it’s like to leave your stable job to become a full-time freelancer and go after what you’re truly passionate about. How to be successful in her industry and how becoming a vegan directly impacted her lifestyle and career. Also... roasted Ashley for her dietary choices... because WTF. Then we play our fav: 20 questions.

Apr 26, 202201:15:10
Mortgage Knowledge Monday... on a Tuesday w/ Chris Ferrari

Mortgage Knowledge Monday... on a Tuesday w/ Chris Ferrari

In this episode, we talk to our friend Chris Ferrari, Mortgage Loan Originator at Weatherstone Mortgage Corp. and creator of Mortgage Knowledge Monday. We talk about everything from him wanting to be a plastic surgeon to how he ended up in the Mortgage Industry, what it’s like to work for your girlfriend’s dad and his long-term business goals. Then we play our favorite game with guests: 20 questions. We had such a great time talking with Chris and we can’t wait to have him back, we hope you enjoy this episode!

Apr 19, 202258:18
Put A Ring On It

Put A Ring On It

Hi! Welcome back to the Successful AF podcast, with your hosts Ashley & Fiona. In this episode, we talk about the entire wedding process from start to finish. With all our friends getting engaged, we realized we have completely different views on marriage and what we want from our special day. We compare everything from engagement rings all the way to the honeymoon. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did!

Apr 05, 202201:31:21
How To Find Gratitude In Everyday Life

How To Find Gratitude In Everyday Life

Hi! Welcome back to the Successful AF podcast, with your hosts Ashley & Fiona. In this episode, we deep dive into the importance of finding gratitude. Discovering new ways to practice gratitude everyday can add more positivity into your personal life and business. We explore the three different types of gratitude and how each impacts different areas in your life. We hope you enjoy this episode and learn some key takeaways to how you can incorporate gratitude into your daily life. 

Mar 15, 202239:18
Double Your Failure Rate

Double Your Failure Rate

Hi! Welcome back to the Successful AF podcast, with your hosts Ashley & Fiona. In this episode, we talk about the importance of failure and how essentially if you are not failing in some sense, then you are not going to reach a certain level of success that you may desire. We discuss why it is a crippling fear for most people and the weight that society has put on the word “Failure”.  Lastly, we talk through some ways to overcome your fear of failure and how to redirect your mindset to focus on a positive recovery rather than a huge loss. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did and learn that it is okay to fail, it is just how you bounce back from it that truly matters.

Mar 01, 202251:51
What's Your Sign? w/ Trenton Wayne

What's Your Sign? w/ Trenton Wayne

Hi! Welcome back to the Successful AF podcast, with your hosts Ashley & Fiona. In this episode, we break down all of the misconceptions about astrology and how to truly analyze your birth chart. We have on our friend and Astrologer, Trenton Wayne who breaks down our birth charts, compatibility with other signs, and future predictions regarding romance & our career path. Lastly, we play our infamous twenty questions with Trent. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did and learn everything there is to know about how untrue your current beliefs about Astronomy actually are.

Feb 15, 202201:08:25
No Partner, No Problem (A Valentine’s Day Exclusive)

No Partner, No Problem (A Valentine’s Day Exclusive)

SURPRISE! Welcome back to the Successful AF podcast, with your hosts Ashley & Fiona. In this BONUS episode, we talk about our favorite shows, how to avoid being depressed on Valentine’s Day when your social media is being spammed with happy couples and how to enjoy Valentine’s Day as a single person. Remember: it’s just another Monday.

Feb 14, 202231:30