Skirts Up!

About Skirts Up!

Get ready to hike up your confidence and kick societal expectations to the curb with Skirts Up, the hilariously honest podcast hosted by the dynamic duo, Samantha Mandell and Melissa Matthews! Tired of the flawless facade? Sam and Mel are here to spill the tea on their own epic fails, proving that imperfection is not only normal but the breeding ground for growth and laughter. More than just relatable mishaps, Skirts Up is a vibrant space dedicated to empowering women to fearlessly explore their curiosities and discover the endless possibilities life has to offer. This phenomenal pair tackles touchy topics often whispered about with a refreshing blend of lighthearted humor and insightful awareness. Join Sam and Mel as they welcome a diverse range of captivating guests, each bringing extensive and enlightening expertise to the table. From spiritual awakenings and navigating the complexities of sexuality to actionable steps for personal empowerment, Skirts Up leaves listeners with tangible takeaways to ignite their own journeys. Prepare for conversations that are spiritual, sexual, empowering, and yes, sometimes a little bit uncomfortable – because that's where the real growth happens. Tune in to Skirts Up and join the movement of embracing imperfection and boldly stepping into your full potential! Head to our website to learn more about us! https://theskirtsupshow.com/

Publisher

Samantha Mandell

Category

comedy · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

20 Feb 2024

Latest episode

22 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 111 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   22 Oct 2026

   Keep On Kinkin' On

   This episode is everything from spanking, punishment, fetishes, sex clubs, power dynamics, dominatrix work, cheating, shame, consent… you name it, its here. This episode goes ALL the places. Amanda Dames, The Kink Consultant, a sex and relationship coach who helps individuals and couples understand desire, kink, fetishes and the very real emotions underneath all of it joins us on the show. And it turns out… I had questions. A LOT of questions. Which bled into her former life working as a dominatrix in a New York City dungeon, the things people are afraid to tell their partners, relationship betrayal, unmet needs, empathy… and a few sexual requests I genuinely could have gone my entire life without knowing existed. If you want to explore kink with your partner, the answer of how to start is all in this episode. Learn more about Amanda Dame (https://www.amandadames.com/) + get her free kink exploration guide. See if Sweet Soul Wellness (www.sweetsoulandwellness.com) is right for any subconscious shifts you desire. Follow along with Skirts Up (www.theskirtsupshow.com), Rate, and share with a friend!!

2. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Ancient Secrets in Sacred Ireland

   What happens when a hypnotist and women’s rite-of-passage guide from Ireland comes on The Skirts Up Show? Apparently we talk about ancient ceremonies, subconscious transformation, feminine energy, sacred stone circles, Irish fairies, psychedelics, sheep… and whether touching someone’s wrist is getting a little too spicy. This episode is a RIDE. I sit down with Niels Vantzuriel. Niels is a Rite of Passage facilitator and the co-architect of The Arrival Method. For over 10 years, he has guided highly successful women into Ireland’s wild landscapes and to forgotten sacred sites to resolve their private ache of self-abandonment. We start with a question: What if some seasons of life aren’t problems to fix, but identities we’ve outgrown? Niels explains how ancient cultures intentionally marked transitions — marriage, motherhood, aging, becoming an elder, stepping into a new role — because becoming someone new often means allowing an old version of yourself to end first. From there, we get wonderfully woo-woo. We talk about women who have spent their lives succeeding, achieving and taking care of everyone while carrying a quiet inner knowing that they’re meant for something more. We explore feminine receptivity, synchronicities, hypnosis, and Niels’ concept of “growth through pleasure” — using positive emotional states to help reinforce the person you’re choosing to become. Then we head into the mountains of southwest Ireland. Ancient stone circles. Fairy trees. Irish mythology. The belief that land itself can have relationship, personality and energy. Which naturally leads me to asking whether the tree in my backyard that I swear I have a relationship with is weird. Apparently, in Ireland? Not really. This conversation is funny, mystical, thoughtful, weird in the BEST way, and one giant invitation to consider: What if becoming your next version deserves more intention than simply deciding to change? Learn More about Niels and the The Arrival Method (https://adventuresinquietplaces.info/) Check out Sweet Soul Wellness (www.sweetsoulandwellness.com) Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

3. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Never Underestimate The Value Of Transferable Skills

   What if building a successful business isn’t about becoming more “professional” — but becoming more you? Of course it depends what you're building. BUT In this episode of The Skirts Up Show, I sit down with Charlie Birch, creator of Brand IDQ and founder of Humanized Collective, to talk about brand identity, authenticity, transferable skills and what happens when we build businesses from the outside in instead of trusting what already feels natural to us. This conversation hit home for me. When I started my RTT practice, I suddenly thought I needed to look, talk and show up differently because this was “serious” work. Meanwhile, the bold, welcoming, slightly unfiltered personality I love about Skirts Up was already showing me exactly how I wanted people to feel around me. Charlie’s reminder? Professionalism doesn’t have to mean a blazer and a personality transplant. And maybe my favorite takeaway: never underestimate transferable skills. Charlie’s path through dance, movement therapy, psychology, website development and entrepreneurship didn’t lead her away from what she studied — eventually, it all came together. Nothing was wasted. So if your interests look random, your career path looks messy, or people don’t understand how all your ideas connect yet? Keep going. Stay true to how you naturally show up. Those seemingly unrelated pieces might be exactly what makes your work yours. Check Out Charlie and take her Free Business Personality Assessment (https://www.humanizcollective.com/) See If Sweet Soul Wellness (www.sweetsoulandwellness.com) is right for you PLEASE Rate, Review, And Share us with a friend, Skirts Up (https://pod.link/1732136369) Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

Inside a recent episode

Navigating the Complexities of Modern Dating with Marni Kinrys, The Original Wing Girl

Published 7 Aug 2025 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And yeah, why are we gatekeeping the things that we want? Like I really am a huge believer and just, hey, this is what I want. I'm gonna say it out loud so that you can understand it. So I really want to say thank you for that. The other thing that kind of went into my mind as you were talking was like, well, what a, somebody might hear all of that and say, are we just kind of like helping the men put a front on? How are they being authentic? If they're just like taking what they think you want to hear. Oh, I hear you, I totally hear you. And that's what we work on with them as well. And we talk so much about authenticity and really honing and owning who you are as a man. […]

Who has been a guest on Skirts Up!

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Lindsay Little
• Simona Davidson
• Lauren Goyette
• Jill
• David

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

4,123

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 69 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

81

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

77

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