Yas, Queen City

Hi Queens! To start off 2021 we're talking to women's health coach Elizabeth Vander Leeuw! We discuss how to start living a healthier lifestyle in COVID and afterward, how to maintain healthy habits, what to avoid, and more!

Hey Queens! We're back with our last episode of the year! We're reflecting on our personal highlights, this podcast and our past guests, and looking toward the future with our goals, our dream guests and the future of this podcast.

Thank you for all of your support since March – We'll see you in January!

Love,

Emily and Kayla

Hi Queens! After a crazy election season, we're back with Autumn Alston to discuss the work that still needs to be done on a local, state and federal level and her advice on how to get involved and advocate for the causes you care about. 

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We're back with a discussion on Charlotte's craft beer scene and community with Eugenia Brown (@blackbeerchick)! We talk about how she got into beer, the need for inclusion and representation in the national and local craft beer community, women in fermentation, the pandemic's impact on the craft beer industry and more!

Hi! We're back with a short and sweet episode to catch up with you on our lives, the latest openings in Charlotte (from Charlotte Agenda) and an update on Phase 2.5 of reopening! We apologize for the short episode, but as we gear up for our new format, episodes after this will be longer! We'll see you next time.

Hii, Queens! We're back this week to discuss dating in Charlotte: best date spots, our dating experiences and why dating in Charlotte can be so difficult. We also talk to Nicole Antonini, the Charlotte ambassador of Charlotte Wingman, a new social dating community where friends can vouch for each other, set their friends up and get to know each other in a less intimidating way than a dating app.

Hi, Queens! We're back to discuss all things finance with Charlotte-based financial guru Bernadette Joy! Bernadette and her husband paid off $300,000 worth of debt in 3 years, and now she's passionate about teaching others how to be smart with their money through classes about budgeting, crushing your money goals and everything about credit cards. We discuss tips for budgeting, what you should focus on financially in your 20s, and quick tips for anyone going through financial hardship as a result of the pandemic (Interview starts at 15:00). We also discuss what we've learned our first year of being "real adults" in Charlotte, what we wish they knew a year ago and what we're proud of overcoming this year.

Hi, Queens. We're joined this week by Kelley Palmer, who is part of The Sanctuary in the City, an amazing nonprofit based in Charlotte that provides accessibility for BIPOC in the wellness space. We talk about racism in Charlotte and beyond, racial trauma, the concept of whiteness, how this movement can move forward and so much more. We are so grateful for Kelley's insight and perspective, and we are committed to keeping this conversation going.

Hi, Queens. This episode, we are discussing the recent events that have occurred in Minnesota and the events that have occurred across the country, including in Charlotte, for years. As a white person and a white-passing person, we will never understand what it is like to be Black in America. However, we're committed to owning our part in the problem, and to owning our part in the problem as it relates to Charlotte. And we're committed to changing this podcast moving forward to highlight more diverse female voices and perspectives from communities outside of our bubble. As new residents of Charlotte who want to be change makers, it's important we stay informed on not only the latest news, but what has happened in this city before we got here. It's embarrassing that it took us so long to do so, but we're here and we want to be part of this community and this conversation. This is just the first step.

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Hi, Queens! We're back with a bonus episode featuring Emily Gigliotti of The Purpose Project podcast! Emily's in grad school at Temple University in Philadelphia, another huge city for young professionals. We discuss the similarities and differences of Charlotte and Philadelphia, what it's like to go to grad school right after college, and more! 

Hi, Queens! On this episode, we speak with Marissa West and Heidi Hillman, the women behind the sensational workout class: West Kept Secret. They told us about how they met and got started, what makes this workout different from others, why they love the small business community in Charlotte and more. Plus, find out how you can access West Kept Secret at home! *Interview starts at 13:11* We also talk about our latest quarantine obsession: TikTok, and what our perfect days in Charlotte will look like when things eventually return to normal.

Thanks so much for listening! 

Hey, Queens! On this episode, we talk about how we dealt with the biggest change of our lives (aka moving to Charlotte), all of the anxiety that came with it, and how we got through it. We also have a special interview with Charlotte-based mindful marketing coach and certified yoga instructor, Meaghan Dunham, where we discussed how to make change less scary through mindfulness, how to incorporate self care into our daily lives and more. 

Hey, Queens! Sorry for the late episode, but thanks for sticking around! This week, we discuss what we like and dislike about Charlotte and speak to Charlotte-based fashion and lifestyle blogger Ashlen Fulton about her perspective on all things Charlotte, from the most Instagrammable spots to why dating here can be so difficult. Plus, a brief Bachelor Listen to Your Heart recap and some life updates!

Hey, queens! This episode, we're discussing feeling lost in a new city and how we found our place in Charlotte. We also have a very special interview with Charlotte-based freelance writer, Samantha Rosenfeld, who gives her insight on working for yourself, making the decision to freelance, and more.

Hey, Queens! In an effort to stay productive during this time, we'll release weekly, Charlotte-focused episodes throughout the month of April! This week, we're discussing how we found our jobs in Charlotte and our dream careers for the future. We also speak with Pink Mentor Network Founder and CEO Stacy Cassio, who gives amazing advice and insight on the value of mentorship, how to find a job and network in Charlotte, and more.