Outspoken & Overbooked

About Outspoken & Overbooked

Outspoken & Overbooked is a real-talk podcast for women who are building careers, businesses, and lives they actually want — not just ones that look good on paper. Hosted by Kristin Heideman, this show dives into honest conversations about: Career growth, confidence, and going after what you want Advocating for yourself at work, in business, and in life Leadership, ambition, and navigating professional pivots Fitness, health, and energy as we get older Hormones, burnout, boundaries, and making yourself a priority These are the conversations women are already having behind closed doors — about ambition, identity, motherhood, money, health, and self-worth — brought out into the open without filters or apologies. You’ll hear from powerhouse women across industries, entrepreneurs, leaders, and experts who aren’t afraid to tell the truth, share lessons learned the hard way, and challenge the idea that women have to do it all — at the expense of themselves. If you’re tired of playing small, living on autopilot, or putting everyone else first, Outspoken & Overbooked is your reminder that you’re allowed to want more — and go get it.

Publisher

Kristin Heideman

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

6 Dec 2025

Latest episode

29 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

4 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Jan 2026

   Stop Waiting. Start Living with Gumption. Confidence, Health, & Choosing Yourself

   What if confidence doesn’t come before action — but because of it? In this episode of Outspoken & Overbooked, Kristin sits down with insurance leader, author, and speaker Tinsley English for a deeply honest conversation about career pivots, self-trust, women’s health, and why waiting for the “right time” is often what holds us back the most. Together, they talk about: Why action creates confidence, not the other way around Letting go of perfection and doing things messy anyway Advocating for yourself — at work, in healthcare, and in life Navigating perimenopause, menopause, and health scares without shrinking Living with gumption: saying yes to what lights you up and no to what doesn’t This episode is for the woman who knows she’s meant for more — and is ready to stop waiting for permission to begin.

2. 

   15 Jan 2026

   Insurance, Independence & Confidence: Nikki Brandt on Recruiting, and Fitness

   In this episode, Kristin Heideman sits down with Nikki Brandt to talk candidly about navigating the insurance recruiting industry, transitioning from traditional employment to self-employment, and building a lifestyle business that aligns with personal values and long-term goals. Nikki shares how she found her way into insurance recruiting after a career in public relations, the misconceptions surrounding the insurance industry, and why industry knowledge and relationship-building are critical to long-term success. The conversation also explores how fitness and consistency impact confidence, self-respect, and performance — both personally and professionally. This episode is for professionals in insurance, recruiting, or entrepreneurship who are looking to create balance, build confidence, and design a career that truly fits their life. 🎧 Topics covered: • Insurance recruiting and industry misconceptions • Transitioning to self-employment • Lifestyle business vs. growth-focused paths • Building confidence through fitness and consistency • Finding the right fit in work and life

3. 

   5 Jan 2026

   Overcoming Imposter Syndrome | Real Talk on Confidence & Career Growth

   Imposter syndrome affects even the most capable, high-achieving professionals — often quietly and consistently. In this episode of Outspoken & Overbooked, I sit down with Michelle Raue for an honest conversation about imposter syndrome, confidence, and the internal narratives that shape our careers. We talk about why imposter syndrome isn’t a sign you’re unqualified, how comparison and burnout fuel self-doubt, and what confidence really looks like behind the scenes. 🎧 In this conversation: • Why imposter syndrome shows up at every level • The role comparison plays in self-doubt • Confidence vs. competence • Practical ways to reframe your internal narrative 🎙️ Outspoken & Overbooked Hosted by Kristin Heideman

4. 

   6 Dec 2025

   Be Who You Came to Be — Tara Renze on Authentic Living Without Apology

   What does it actually mean to live an authentic life — especially as a woman with expectations on her shoulders? In this episode of Outspoken & Overbooked, I’m joined by Tara Renze, speaker, author, and powerhouse leader, for a real conversation about becoming who you came to be — not who the world told you to be. We talk about: Letting go of approval-seeking Why playing small feels safe but costs you everything How to live authentically in your career and personal life The courage it takes to finally choose yourself If you’ve ever felt stuck, misaligned, or like you’re living on autopilot — this episode is your sign.

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