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Welcome to Almost 30 — a supportive space to fuel your conscious evolution. Join us, LA-based best friends Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, for heart-centered, hilarious conversations and real, raw, impactful interviews with brilliant guests. We dive deep into topics like modern spirituality to health and wellness, aliens to entrepreneurship, social justice, and self development.  With every episode, our mission is to empower you, expand what you think is possible and,  make you laugh - a lot. We are honest, open, and above all, human. We are committed to learning right alongside you in real time so we can all find growth in every moment together.  With millions of listeners around the world, Almost 30 has grown from a pioneering leader in the podcast space to a highly engaged global community. #Almost30Nation is full of purposeful dreamers who are curious, passionate, and constantly seeking growth in every aspect of our lives.  Join us for new episodes every Tuesday + Thursday!
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Now displaying: April, 2018
Ep 112 - Manisha Thakor on Empowering Women to Build Financial Strength, Get Out of Debt + Marry Power with Purpose 0
Apr 24, 2018

On today’s episode, Krista and Lindsey are SO excited to introduce Manisha Thakor- the founder and CEO of MoneyZen Wealth Management and a "Wall Street Journal" expert panelist. She has an MBA from Harvard and possesses a wealth of experience in all things finance.  She is regularly in the "New York Times" + "More Magazine" and on CNN + "The Today Show.” The conversation is empowering and eye-opening.  The girls also open up about where they are personally struggling in their relationship with money. After all, they can’t be alone!

 

They discuss...

 

  • How this generation is the first to be dealing with unprecedented levels of student debt, and that this financial stress takes up MAJOR mental space and serves as a real distraction.
  • Women and their changing relationship with finances- becoming primary breadwinners and stepping into our POWER.
  • Women wanting to use their money to make a stand. For women, it’s not about how much we make, but about how we can make an impact with our finances while still being smart and receiving financial return.
  • Tips for getting people on the front end of the funnel before even getting into student loan debt! Moreover, ways to climb out of debt once you’re already in the thick of it.
  • Pursuing certain career paths where you can get loan forgiveness after you have gone through a certain number of years of teaching school in certain kinds of neighborhoods or doing more community oriented work.
  • Manisha’s definition of what it means to possess financial strength.
  • Approachable and salient definitions + metaphors for understanding financial terms that may intimidate those of us not in the know. Alternatively, “Male Speak” in finance.
  • Shutting down your femininity or silencing yourself in “business” or “finance” settings to blend in and be more accepted- and the ways in which “me too” is changing this coping mechanism/default behavior!
  • Manisha’s recommendation to read The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey.
  • How the third person in a committed romantic partnership is MONEY. So getting right with that part of your life will help your relationships become infinitely more cohesive!

 

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Ep. 111 - Rethinking Clean, Going Beyond Your Diet with Annie Jackson and Allison Evans - The Women Behind Today’s Top Clean Beauty and Household Brands 0
Apr 19, 2018

In today’s episode, we talk to TWO amazing ladies in the clean home + beauty products space. Allison Evans, of Branch Basics, talks to us all about her journey leading up to partnering up with her aunt (Marilee) and best friend (Kelly) to form Branch Basics, which sells a multi-purpose Concentrate to make cleaning simple, affordable and sustainable. All their products are refillable and can be used for ANY cleaning job. The Concentrate is significantly less expensive than similar single-use products. Annie Jackson, acting COO of Credo Beauty, shares her wide-ranging knowledge about the beauty industry (both conventional and natural). Between Credo’s brands, the leadership, and their consumers, there is a common thread: transparency. Credo promises INTEGRITY. They will never carry products with known harmful ingredients and they only stock brands that never test on animals. Both Allison and Annie share SO much amazing information on why you should buy CLEAN and vote with your dollar.

 

We discuss…

 

  • All the ways in which the Almost 30 podcast has grown and progressed since its inception about a year and a half ago.
  • The details relating to Allison Evans’ (Branch Basics) testimony that safe, clean household products along with ridding her home of toxins and eating a real-food diet have healed her various serious health issues.
  • How much perseverance + trial and error went into coming up with the PERFECT all purpose cleaner.
  • That many conventional household cleaners actually utilize harmful (+ unlisted) ingredients (i.e. pesticides).
  • The importance of educating the masses on why they ought to purchase safer cleaning products. The keys to a healthier life are AWARENESS + BRAND TRANSPARENCY.
  • Annie Jackson’s employment history in the beauty industry, beginning with Estée Lauder + Sephora!
  • Annie’s transition out of conventional beauty and into cleaner beauty options.
  • The challenge of getting consumers to ditch their beloved skincare products for the ones you’re selling (even if yours ARE cleaner, safer, + better).
  • Misconceptions about natural, safe beauty products.
  • How Credo Beauty hires estheticians and make up artists to work in house and assist clients personally.
  • Moving away from the feeling of GUILT for the past use of “unhealthy” beauty products, and just making the best possible choices going forward.

 

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Ep. 110 - A New Definition of Success + The Spirituality of Humanness with Author of “Earth is Hiring”, Peta Kelly 0
Apr 17, 2018

Peta Kelly, wow.  In a space so saturated, Peta stands out.  She is human AF. She’s an entrepreneur, speaker, philanthropist, cacao enthusiast, and a voice for the millennial generation. Recently ranked by Inc magazine as a "Top 10 Female Entrepreneur" changing the world, Peta’s mission is to mobilize the next generation of conscious change makers. In today’s episode, we talk all about Peta’s book, Earth is Hiring, learn about how Peta has cultivated this HUMAN AF life, and moreover, the ways in which she has flipped the script on the old school of thought that you can’t live a life that you love while also making a lot of money. This interview is a total game-changer, and gets better and better as the episode progresses.

 

We discuss...

  • All things regarding Peta’s book, Earth is Hiring.
  • Peta’s transition from her life as a scientist to becoming an entrepreneur and a voice for the millennial generation.
  • Her thoughts on creating financial freedom in order to give back to the world in greater, more plentiful ways.
  • Why Peta feels inspired to lead as an example for others and where this desire originated from.
  • That the key to her success is unwavering focus.
  • Her thoughts on looking for inspiration within oneself rather than outside forces.
  • Learning that spirituality is humanness.
  • Peta’s thoughts on the initial righteousness people experience when shifting their lifestyles, and then transitioning to a place of less rigidity and more acceptance.
  • How Peta’s definition of success shifted over time.
  • Peta’s cacao ceremonies + finding activities as a mother that are just for her.
  • “Working hard” vs. THRIVING.

 

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Ep. 109 - Ladies Get Paid: On Career Coaching + Standing in Your Power - with Claire Wasserman 0
Apr 12, 2018

Claire Wasserman is a career coach + founder of Ladies Get Paid, an organization + global community that helps women rise up at work. She says on her website of this business endeavor: “I created Ladies Get Paid because I needed it. The lack of women in leadership roles disturbed me and I was craving a space where women could support one another.” With a background in event planning, Claire launched her businesses to both career coach and help women negotiate salaries like a pro with Ladies Get Paid. In this episode, we delve into all things gender, creative directing, film representation, and more! You’re going to love her helpful advice as much as we did!!

 

We discuss...

 

  • Claire’s tips for how to negotiate like a pro! These include knowing your market value, learning to brag about yourself, what to do if the company in question doesn’t have a budget, how to be less nervous, and understanding ways to combat gender biases.
  • Knowing your value at work and sensitivity around discussing money.
  • How the perspectives of creative directors (largely white men) shape our understanding of the world.
  • Claire’s Ladies Get Paid salary negotiation course.
  • Advocating for yourself financially, because when YOU are negotiating for yourself, you are actually negotiating for HER!
  • The gendered notion of apologizing excessively over email, etc. and how to combat the temptation to say “sorry.”
  • Finding small successes in your day-to-day life rather than waiting to become “successful.” It’s all about mindset!
  • Educating yourself about money as a means of self-love.

 

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Ep. 108 - “Genius Foods” + How Eating for Optimal Brain Health Will Make You Happier and More Productive with Max Lugavere 0
Apr 10, 2018

Max Lugavere is a TV personality, health and science journalist, filmmaker, musician, and author of the recently published book, Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life (2018). Max’s expertise is wide-ranging, but he is particularly passionate about preventing neurodegenerative diseases by honing in on the effects of diet and lifestyle on brain health. In today’s episode we get REAL science-y, but also dive deep into the personal motivations behind Max’s professional journey. We can’t wait for you to check it out!

 

We talk about...

 

  • Max’s workout routine + splitting his time between NYC and West Hollywood!
  • The research + science behind why exercise is SO good for you.
  • Max’s thoughts on veganism + plant-based eating.
  • How Max transitioned from a TV career to one specializing in studying the intersection of nutrition + disease prevention.
  • How Max has navigated his mother’s challenging neurodegenerative disease diagnosis.
  • Disease prevention as a MILLENNIAL issue!
  • How people today are being POISONED by our food supply.
  • The fallacies in the USDA MyPlate grain suggestion (successor to the Food Pyramid).
  • How eating a brain-healthy diet impacted Max’s personal cognitive function.
  • Research on the correlation between diet + depression and anxiety (“Food & Mood” connection).
  • Why “everything in moderation” may be bad advice!
  • How under-sleeping exacerbates emotional turmoil and pain.
  • All the details on Max’s newly released book, Genius Foods, + a list of some of his favorite superfoods for brain health (hint: CHOCOLATE!).

 

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Ep 107. New and Full Moons + Tapping into the Power of Your Astrological Sign with Spirit Daughter, Jill Wintersteen 0
Apr 3, 2018

Today we welcome Jill Wintersteen to the Almost 30 pod! She is the woman behind the quickly growing Venice based brand, Spirit Daughter. She was introduced to astrology and yoga as a teenager, but at first, Jill followed a more traditional path to become a neuroscientist. While studying at Hopkins, Jill had the opportunity to study Chinese Medicine in Venice Beach. This relocation brought her to her calling and she began a practice of “helping others to find grounding, peace, and their true path.” On today’s episode, we discuss Jill’s business, Spirit Daughter, where you can purchase Moon Workbooks, Crystals by Season, and Dreamcatchers. This conversation is centered around Jill’s personal and professional background, her insanely deep understanding of energy and astrology, and her insights into the ways cosmic energy impacts our day-to-day living.

 

We talk about...

 

  • Jill’s teenage years spent playing with crystals and astrology charts!
  • Her experience attending Upattinas School, known for fostering individuality and lifelong learning.
  • Jill’s background as a neuroscientist, studying at Hopkins, + eventually relocating to Venice Beach to study Chinese Medicine.
  • Planting intentions on a new moon, and then sharing the new version of ourselves during the full moon - which marks a period of release.
  • How Jill wrote an AMAZING forward for Allie Michelle’s new poetry book, Explorations of a Cosmic Soul.
  • The rise of the feminine energy in both men and women + how the #MeToo movement may actually align with the cosmic energy.
  • Bringing the world’s masculine and feminine energy into balance.
  • How to bring more of what you want and need into your life.
  • Why Jill isn’t afraid of Mercury Retrograde!
  • Jill’s newest project currently in the works - you heard it here first - a brand new APP!

 

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