In this week's episode, I am joined by Jason Smith, content creator, coach, and host of The Blueprint Podcast. Jason is a prior law enforcement officer with a deep passion for helping others. Jason shares his journey through self-love and bettering himself to his path of becoming a content creator.

We discuss our views of what self-love means, and share learnings around hosting a podcast. We discuss the importance of showing up as your most authentic self, and ultimately, choosing yourself and where that can lead. We touch on relationships and having the difficult conversations when necessary.

Topics We Cover:

• Jason's journey from law enforcement to podcasting and coaching
• What self-love really means beyond the surface
• Lessons from hosting and growing a podcast
• The importance of honest communication in relationships
• How self-awareness fuels creativity and connection

Tune in to hear a grounded, inspiring conversation about becoming who you're meant to be and loving yourself through every version of your journey.

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Founder and podcast host Alexis Andra joins Andrea for an honest conversation about resilience, purpose, and the power of showing up, even when it’s hard. A reminder that there’s room for your story, and there’s always gold to be found in the ashes.

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Alexis Andra, founder of The Shift Creative and host of the Shift Happens Podcast, for an honest conversation about resilience, entrepreneurship, and the power of showing up, even when it’s hard.

Alexis shares what it means to turn pain into purpose and how believing in yourself and your story is a daily choice. We talk about her journey in building a branding agency from the ground up, what inspired her to launch her new podcast, and how there truly is room for everyone, for your unique story, voice, and vision.

If you’ve ever felt behind or questioned your path, this episode is your reminder to keep going and to find gold in the ashes.

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This week’s solo episode is one I recorded back in June, reflecting on the beginning of the year and the mindset that ‘anything is possible.’ It’s so aligned with the season I’m in right now. If you’re in the in-between, but you know deep down all that you’re capable of - this one’s for you.

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Chris Moreno returns to the podcast one year later for a deep dive into creativity, routines, and the question of what’s next. We explore the impact of social media on the creative process, the roles we play in today’s world, and how to protect your art, and yourself, from the noise.

This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Chris Moreno, a year later, for an honest conversation that goes even deeper into the heart of the creative process. We talk about what it means to protect your creativity in a world full of noise, the role of mornings and daily routines in staying connected to who we are, and the importance of staying true when faced with the question of what’s next.

Chris opens up about the realities of being an artist today, how phones and social media can impact creativity, the shifting roles of men and women in today’s society, and the discipline it takes to keep creating in the midst of distraction. It’s a raw and honest look at creativity, identity, and learning how to honor your process in every season.

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In this week's episode, I am so excited to be joined by Emma Gonsalves, founder and creator of The Roster Fragrances. The Roster Fragrances is a perfume line with scents inspired by dating stories like 'The Gaslighter' and 'The Dream Husband.' Emma's branding literally stopped me in my tracks on the streets of Nashville! Emma shares her journey in starting a business from scratch and how you truly need to be your biggest cheerleader. Her grit and self-belief are the heartbeat of the brand.

For anyone building something that feels bigger than them, this episode is for you. Building something different means walking through seasons where no one is clapping but you. We discuss starting over, dealing with rejection, and staying focused doing the work in the dark. We get into the season of being single, mental strength, and the importance of keeping your vision sacred. The truth is: your dream needs you to believe in it first and nothing kills a dream like a mediocre mindset. I know you'll be inspired by this one!

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In this week's episode, I am joined by Tianna Faye Soto. Tianna is a professional keynote speaker and former magazine editor whose work has appeared in top publications, including Women’s Health and Elite Daily. With a background in psychology, Tianna is passionate about speaking on topics such as mental health and wellness.

We dive into Tianna's powerful story, and how she has learned to trust her inner voice and make bold pivots when the path ahead no longer felt aligned. She shares her thoughts on wellness and what it means to honor where you are each day. As women, that can look different all the time, and in a refreshing hot take, we talk about why we don't believe your morning routine needs to look the same every single day.

This episode is a reminder that you're allowed to evolve and change your mind. Tune in for an honest, freeing conversation that celebrates being multifaceted.

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In this week’s episode, I am so excited to be joined by Alexandra Leigh. Alexandra is an Austin based creative business coach, but there really aren’t words to describe the depth of her services. She combines her spiritual intuition, astrology background, and years of coaching experience to help others become their highest selves. She encourages others to share their gifts with the world, and collapse timelines. This seriously felt like a higher-self workshop you won’t want to miss.

What you’ll learn:

• how your frequency determines what you’re an energetic match for

• if you’re feeling stuck, questions to ask yourself to help you figure out your purpose (for example, what do people go to you for? what could you talk about for hours?)

• how to clear your energy and uncord other energies

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This week, we have Elena Jones back on the pod! Elena was our first guest over a year ago, and I'm so excited to have her back. In this life chat update, we get into the writing process of the EP she released this year, Where the Light Still Glows. She discusses where her inspiration came from and how some of the songs came to life for the project here in Nashville. Elena vulnerably shares what she has learned since turning 30 this year, and how it feels like the best chapter yet is just beginning.

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