Blunt Cuts

How do you make space for happiness? Having a clean space mentally and physically can make all the difference in your everyday life. As we wrap up this season of Blunt Cuts, CJ expresses the importance of happiness on a deeper level. How to create, protect and value it, while finding small ways to help clear your mind and allow more room for happier moments. Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Today on Blunt Cuts, CJ welcomes to the studio Katrin Schroeder, Creative Director and Social Media Director for Love Life. A beverage that naturally enhances sexual health. The two discuss the need for more intimacy enhancements for women and how the world tries to censor these types of products from being seen and consumed.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

This episode is dedicated to all the tall girls who are tired of every pant, being ankle pants. With pumpkin-spiced weather on the horizon, no one wants exposed skin. There's got to be a better solution to beat frozen ankles! Well, today CJ reveals a styling secret that as a 5'10 woman herself, she swears by... men’s jeans! What a game changer! Find out how these key pieces make her everyday life easier while still being fashionable.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

This week on Blunt Cuts, CJ’s long time stylist Melissa Miller sits down to chat about life as a stylist and how they truly are our therapist and friend all wrapped in one. They also go down memory lane with CJ’s hair journey,and their relationship beyond the chair.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

In this 3 part episode, CJ challenges us as consumers to demand more inclusivity from companies. Especially during a time when some brands have set the bar so high with the range of products that can cater to so many, how do we still have brands that miss the mark. In part 3, CJ speaks with Quinn Villagomez, fashionista and co-host of “Fresh Fruit” on KFAI. Quinn takes us on her journey to finding the perfect shade of foundation. It’s amazing what joy finding the perfect product can bring after feeling defeated with the lack of range. The ladies also discuss the desire to see more representation with transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary artists. Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

In this 3 part episode, CJ challenges us as consumers to demand more inclusivity from companies. Especially during a time when some brands have set the bar so high with the range of products that can cater to so many, how do we still have brands that miss the mark. In part 2, CJ sits down with Jazmine Willis, Founder and CEO of Neo + Noel, an inclusive beauty brand. Jazmine shares how creating her own brand was born out of the limitations in what most clean beauty brands offered, and her experience in entering the world of entrepreneurship.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

In this 3 part episode, CJ challenges us as consumers to demand more inclusivity from companies. Especially during a time when some brands have set the bar so high with the range of products that can cater to so many, how do we still have brands that miss the mark. In Part 1 CJ discusses the responsibility that comes with being a creative, and how important it is to develop and create with empathy. As innovators, creative’s have the power to impact the world and shift our perspective, but that perspective must consider everyone.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

CJ chats with Lani Basa, owner of The Business Women’s Circle. Lani shares her take on what diversity is and what we can do differently to make space and move forward. How can we rethink and redefine what normal is?Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

This week on Blunt Cut’s, CJ sits down with Wendy Gulbraa and Amy Wolf. The fabulous fashion influencer duo behind Fashion Shenanigans. The ladies discuss how they accidentally landed in the influencer world of fashion, and how to lean into your discomfort.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

TW: This episode contains sensitive and possibly triggering content, listen with care. CJ takes a pause to discuss anti-racism after the murder of George Floyd and speaks candidly about how this moment shifted her perspective. Though difficult and uncomfortable at times, Cj reflects on her journey to adopting an antiracist mindset. Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

‘Why’ is a powerful word. It's a word we frequently hear from our children as they grow and become curious about the world around them. And yet for most adults, especially women, we don’t use it enough. Today CJ challenges us to ask “Why?” and dives into how it benefits us in ways we didn’t realize. Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

CJ shares how she navigates mental health and all that comes along with living on your own terms.The importance of checking in with yourself and your loved ones. And giving yourself grace while working on your mental health.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Cj discusses how to show up unapologetically you, and shares her journey on becoming her most authentic self.Matriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Amy shares her story of workplace sexual harassment with CJ #getblunt #podcast #metoo #endsexualharassmentforall #workplacesexualharassment #timesup Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Hosts: Amy Seeman @mamaseeman

Sharing and caring leads empaths CJ and Brittany down an anxious path #getblunt #podcast #womenentrepreneur #womensupportingwomen #girlboss #anxiety #empathy #empaths Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Hosts: Brittany Chaffee @brittanychaffee Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ, Larissa and Raessa get real about their own personal crash and burn moments. #getblunt #podcast #womenentrepreneur #womensupportingwomen #girlboss #burnout #toomuch #nomore Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Hosts: Larissa Loden @larissalodenRáessa Motala @raeesam Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ finally gets Michaela Blunt Cuts director on the mic to share #mompreneur perspectives on being present. #getblunt #podcast #womenentrepreneur #womensupportingwomen #beinthemoment #bethere #bepresent #theyrewatching Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host/Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto 

Blunt Women Get Shit Done! No truer statement when CJ and @larissaloden are in the studio!  #getblunt #podcast #womenentrepreneur #womensupportingwomen #girlboss #getshitdone #giveashit Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Larissa Loden @larissalodenDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto    

CJ hosts a continuation of Blunt Cuts Table: Cuss Words & Courage!  Join this hour conversation with amazing women sharing vulnerabilities and what makes them courageous, hosted at The Well @modernwell.  Sponsored by @herspiritvodkaFollow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyle Table Guests:Kristin Showell @kkaydesigns - www.kkaydesigns.comAndy Adams @thegrowtharc - www.thegrowtharc.comJahna Peloquin @jahnapeloquin Priya Premo @priyanka.premo  Lucy Stange @lucy_stange - www.mysocialdrive.comKate Nelson @k.a.nelson - www.artfulliving.comSara Worpole @sara_worpole - www.makeyourname.coMichaela Rae @michaelaraephoto   

In a partnership with @fueledcollectivemn and their new content studio CJ & Fueled Collective member, Aneela Idnani co-founder of Habit Aware sit down to discuss Aneela's journey with #trichotillomania and how her "secret "and her will to take back control of her life turned into a powerful product for so many others struggling to get in control.  #atfueled #fueledcollective #getblunt #podcast #womenentrepreneur #womensupportingwomen #brfrbawareness #mentalhealthmatters Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Aneela Idnani @HabitAwareDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ and Lauren @essenceonelife break down their anxieties about doing what you love! #getblunt #podcast #womenentrepreneur #lovewhatyoudo #bringchangetomind #mentalhealth Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Lauren VanScoy @essenceonelifeDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio Ruzana Glaeser Founder of Bright Meets Brave and they #getblunt about #equalpayforwomen, knowing your worth and standing up and getting paid what you deserve.  Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Ruzana Glaeser brightmeetsbrave.comDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio Kate Nelson and they #getblunt about being #original and true to your brand and how that sets you up for #success. Kate is Editor-in-Chief of Artful Living Magazine, and currently, she guides a thriving print magazine when many other major magazines are struggling to stay in print and have opted to a digital format.  Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Kate Nelson @k.a.nelsonDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio Nicole Jennings and they #getblunt about living your #purpose and what they've done to #fuel their passions into purposeful lives.  Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Nicole Jennings @queenannalivingDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio Hillary Kline and they #getblunt about life #timelines and why there is this unwritten path and expectation we should be following. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Hillary Kline @klinetothetopDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio Serena from Collective Market to #getblunt about how we can get the most out of our clothes and our budgets with #closetswaps Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Serena Fallahi Tittl @collective.market.mplsDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio Ashleyn from Fashion Revolution Midwest to #getblunt about the impact and responsibility we have as #feminists & #fashion lovers.  Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Ashleyn @miss_ash_leynDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto  

CJ welcomes to the studio Sara Worpole.  Sara shares her personal of growing up and finding herself a single mom in unhealthy relationships and how she powered on in love and life and business to make the most she could out of what she had.  Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Sara Worpole @sara_worpoleDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio Kylee Leonetti.  They share their personal stories of raising strong women with eyes and hearts wide open. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Kylee Leonetti @girl.creativemspDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ welcomes to the studio the trio behind @purseyhandbags.  They share the powerful story behind their brand and welcome us intimately into their lives along the way. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Randi, Jeni & Holly @purseyhandbags purseyhandbags.comDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto  

CJ and guest host project runway contestant and designer Samantha Rei talk about Project Runway and life after her time on the show ended, Samantha also shares her journey as a designer and all of the magic in between. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Samantha Rei @samanthareiofficialDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ hosts the first ever Blunt Cuts Table: Cuss Words & Courage!  Join this hour conversation with amazing women sharing vulnerabilities and what makes them courageousFollow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleTable Guests: Christina Soderstrom, Nicole Fae, Beth Gibbs, Lindsay Kolu, Dianne Pyle, Priyanka Premo, Gabriella Reece, Randi Larson, Holly Foltz,  Jeni Kurtyka Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ and guest host Rebecca Gebhardt uncover the secrets of "superwomen" and share how to get more out of every day!Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Rebecca Gebhart @risewithrebeccaDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ and guest host Lisa Harris explore the #power of a woman's story through sharing their personal reflections on how they became so passionate about women and their stories.Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Lisa Harris @fashionmeetspoetryDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto  

CJ and guest host Christina Soderstrom say#fuckyouladyparts and share their endometriosis stories and journeys with infertility. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Christina Soderstrom @coveralldollDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

CJ and guest host Katie Cook #getblunt about parenting pressures in the social media world.  Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Katie Cook Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto  

This episode CJ and guest host Ashley Katzakian, discuss all things Yoga.  Sharing their yoga stories, the benefits, and breakdown the stereotypes around yoga and starting a practice.Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Ashley Katzakian @ashleykatzakian  WebsiteDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

This episode CJ and a LIVE panel of MN Fashion women get Blunt from North Garden Theater in St. Paul Minnesota.Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast.  Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstylePanelists: The panel includes event producer/creative strategist & Fashion Week MN Co-Founder Sarah Edwards; style writer, stylist & Fashion Week MN Co-Founder Jahna Peloquin; Artful Living Magazine Executive Editor Kate Nelson; fashion photographer Lauren Krysti; and fashion designer Tessa Druley of Tessa Louise.Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

This episode CJ and a LIVE panel of MN Fashion women get Blunt from North Garden Theater in St. Paul Minnesota.Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast.   Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstylePanelists: The panel includes event producer/creative strategist & Fashion Week MN Co-Founder Sarah Edwards; style writer, stylist & Fashion Week MN Co-Founder Jahna Peloquin; Artful Living Magazine Executive Editor Kate Nelson; fashion photographer Lauren Krysti; and fashion designer Tessa Druley of Tessa Louise.Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

This episode CJ and guest host Gabriella Reece, discuss fashion PR Secrets.  And Gabriella is pretty much one of the coolest humans we've me.  #girlbossFollow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Gabriella Reece @brandexperiencee Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

This episode CJ and guest host Emily Kanz, discuss unique style and how to be confident in your style choices! Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Emily Kanz @rarebirdmpls  Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

This episode CJ and guest host Katie Steller, discuss their personal journeys of becoming girl bosses, and their experiences with female leaders, sharing stories and the ways they've found success!   Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Katie Steller @katiesteller  stellerhair.com/katie-steller/Director/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

This episode CJ and guest host Nicole Fae, discuss how our beauty treatments make us feel our best selves, its beauty do you for you and no one else!   Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Nicole Fae @muanicolefae makeupbynicolefae.comDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

 This episode CJ and guest host Michelle Raven, discuss thrift store shopping secrets and their go-to strategies. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina Fortier @christinafortierstyleGuest Host: Michelle Raven @thriftstylistDirector/Producer:Michaela Rae @michealaraephoto

This episode CJ and guest host Katie Driver, discuss handling and giving critical feedback and the important learning lessons and tips on how to turn feedback into productivity. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina FortierGuest Host: Katie Driver (www.uncommoncs.com)Director/Producer:Michaela Rae

This episode CJ and guest host Tressie Schneider, share experiences with opening passion-driven businesses, the dreaded #fail and of course, all of the learning lessons along the way. Follow Blunt Cuts on instagram@bluntcuts_podcast. Production CreditsHost: Christina FortierGuest Host: Tressie Schneider (www.tressieschneider.com)Director/Producer:Michaela Rae