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It was a strange experience creating this video of my first week alone in the van. Two weeks have passed since I filmed them all and, on the one hand, it was as incredible as I remember. But I had forgotten how tender it was.
I really tried to capture the reality of what my week completely alone (and immediately post-breakup (https://www.morningpersonnewsletter.com/p/issue-219-my-recent-breakup-and-the)) felt like, and in watching i…
11 Jul 2025
VIDEO: A Chaotic, Realistic Tour of My Packed Fridge and Freezer 👀
Throughout my twenties, I oscillated between being the girl who would eat anything, in protest of the pervasive diet culture in Los Angeles; and trying all things wellness culture, which was basically the same thing, but with cuter branding. In both iterations, I was completely cut-off from my body’s queues and often felt ill after meals. In my thirties, I’ve found a balance that celebrates my love of food in a way that also honors my body, and isn’t aiming to prove anything to anyone. My fridge and pantry are a direct reflection of that. Let’s me show you!
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2 Feb 2025
🎥 Sunday Edition: A Video Update of My Guest Room and Compassion Fatigue
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A Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert's Approach to Staying Healthy
Acupuncture expert Helen Spieth shares Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches to women's health and immunity, explaining how to strengthen the immune system in this interview.
1 Nov 2024
A Primer on Korean Beauty's History and Future with Elise Hu
Journalist Elise Hu discusses the history and future of the Korean beauty industry, exploring its geopolitical impact and how it reflects our self-perception in an interview with the host.
5 Sept 2023
Preview: My Mom's Postpartum and Her Reaction to My Divorce
Host Tracy Fairhurst previews a vulnerable conversation with her mother about their complex relationship, postpartum experiences, and Fairhurst's divorce, offering listeners insight into navigating challenging family dynamics in this interview.
17 Aug 2023
How Sobriety Allowed Sarah Levy to Manifest the Life She Always Wanted
Author Sarah Levy discusses her sobriety journey with host Lauren Passell, including her experience with AA and the surprising ease of vulnerable writing, in this interview.
10 Aug 2023
How Food Can Heal Old Wounds with Hetty McKinnon
Cookbook author Hetty McKinnon discusses how writing recipes for her cookbook allowed her to consider the impact her father had on her life, while celebrating his legacy in this interview.
3 Aug 2023
Tap Into Your Creativity with Jewelry Designer Betsy Cross
Jewelry designer Betsy Cross discusses how to foster and implement creativity while balancing work and life, defining what a creative life means in this interview with host Lucy Baker.
4 Apr 2023
Deciding to (Not) Have Children, with Ruby Warrington
Ruby Warrington discusses her book, *Women Without Kids*, with the host, exploring the increasingly common choice of women to not have children and the societal shifts surrounding motherhood in this interview.
30 Mar 2023
How To Host Better Gatherings with Priya Parker
Priya Parker discusses the art of gathering, exploring how to create meaningful and engaging experiences through generous authority and a clear purpose, in an interview with the host.
23 Mar 2023
Embracing the Art of Being Alone with Francesca Specter
Author Francesca Specter discusses the importance of intentionally spending time alone, regardless of relationship status, especially during the holidays, in an interview on the Morning Person Podcast.
16 Mar 2023
Are You a "Stability" or "Meaning" Type? with Satya Doyle Byock
Psychotherapist Satya Doyle Byock discusses quarterlife crises and the balance between seeking stability versus meaning in early adulthood, offering listeners insight into navigating this transitional life stage in an interview.
2 Mar 2023
Forming Healthy Habits with Priyanka Aribindi
Priyanka Aribindi, podcast co-host and author, discusses focusing on one self-improvement goal at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed, in an interview about forming healthy habits.
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