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F*ck Fine
by Fuck Fine Podcast
Welcome to "Fuck Fine," the podcast where we believe in living life unapologetically and on our own terms. Hosted by Kari Hurd, each episode dives into candid conversations and inspiring insights that challenge the status quo. kmhurd.substack.com
Episodes
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Don't F*cking Shrink
In this episode of F**k Fine, I sit down with Daffney Allwein for a raw, honest conversation about what it really means to reclaim yourself after years of doing what’s expected. Together, we unpack identity, boundaries, healing, and the messy middle of growth — where peace, grief, and power all...
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Ep. 46: Reclaiming Peace — Ugly, Messy, Real
We’ve been sold the idea that peace looks like candles, bubble baths, and endless calm — but that’s the myth of “pretty peace.” In reality, peace isn’t always soft or serene. Sometimes it’s found in tears on the floor, setting boundaries that hurt, or letting go of relationships you wanted to…
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Ep. 45: This Ain't Your Momma's Vision Board Party
Vision boards get a lot of hype—collage nights, stacks of magazines, maybe a little glitter glue. Cute? Sure. Life-changing? Not so much. For me, vision boards used to feel like neon signs pointing out everything I didn’t have. They sat in the corner collecting dust, and instead of motivating me,...
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Ep.44: Why I Still Hate "Should"
“Should” almost killed me. Literally. For two decades, I lived the life I thought I was supposed to. I made choices that looked good on paper but didn’t feel good in my soul. And when I finally broke free, I realized why “should” still pisses me off so much today. This episode is a raw look at…
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Living with Intention
Every Yes Comes with a Price Tag Ever said “yes” to something and instantly regretted it? That sinking, stomach-knot feeling that tells you… you knew better. We’ve been told to “say yes to everything” because you never know where it might lead. But here’s the thing—if your yes isn’t aligned with...
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Ep. 42 - You're Not a Problem to Be Fixed
Episode Summary:In a world obsessed with transformation, it's easy to get swept up in someone else’s glow-up and assume that their path must be your path too. But growth isn’t one-size-fits-all—and trying to follow someone else’s formula can leave you exhausted, disconnected, and buried in shame....
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Ep. 41: Busy Isn't Better: How to Start Choosing What Actually Matters
In this episode, we’re digging into the real difference between being busy and being aligned. Spoiler alert: it’s not about how much you’re doing—it’s about why you’re doing it. I share personal stories of carrying too much, people-pleasing, and performing strength, and walk you through how to...
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Ep. 40: The Truth About "Fine"
If “I’m fine” is your go-to response… I hope you’ll listen to this one. It’s not weakness to tell the truth. It’s the beginning of real peace. 🎧 Episode 40 is out now. 📓 Journal with me for $27 - https://karihurd.myflodesk.com/journal Get full access to Kari Hurd at kmhurd.substack.com/subscribe
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Ep. 39 - When Growth Doesn't Look Like Chasing Goals
We’re so used to measuring progress in checklists and milestones that we forget the most powerful growth is often invisible.What if healing looked like softness? What if becoming meant slowing down, not leveling up? This one’s for the version of you that’s tired of striving and ready to just…
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Ep. 38 - Remembering Who the F*ck You Are
I’m reposting this episode, because the original is in the wrong format - LOL “Remember who the f*ck you are,” right? It’s a hype mantra thrown around by women all the time. Your girl gang will use it as a reminder that you’re strong, resilient, and powerful. And yes, you are. But what if...
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Ep. 37 Reclaiming Peace: What It Really Looks Like
After a stretch of silence, I’m back on the mic—and in this episode, I’m getting honest about what the past few months have really looked like. Spoiler: Peace wasn’t soft and gentle. It was quiet, yes—but it was also messy, uncomfortable, and full of grief and letting go. This is the side of…
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Episode 36: "Breaking Free: Coming Out, Religious Trauma & Reclaiming Your True Self"
In this powerful episode of Fuck Fine, we're diving deep into the journey of self-discovery, resilience, and reclaiming identity. My guest shares their raw and honest story of navigating the complexities of coming out, religious trauma, and the painful loss of a family that was supposed to be a...
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Episode 35: Grit, Gratitude and the Grace of God
Some friendships stand the test of time, distance, and life’s hardest moments. In this special episode, I’m sitting down with someone who has been in my life for 32 years—my first roommate, my dear friend, and one of my favorite humans, Stephanie Murray. Stephanie’s story is one of grit…
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From Hollywood to Purpose:
In yet another LONG OVERDUE episode -I sat down with… Sisters, Amy and Nancy Harrington, founded The Passionistas Project out of a deep desire to empower women around the world. Both co-founders walked away from high-profile jobs in Hollywood to work together. Amy was the Vice President of Visual...
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Breaking Free from High-Functioning Anxiety
***NOTE: This episode should have been published back in OCTOBER. My little hiatus was much longer than I anticipated. My apologies to Leasa. For so many of us, success has come at a cost. We push ourselves to achieve, to meet impossible expectations, to prove our worth through external…
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Embracing the Break-
After an unplanned but necessary break, I’m back—reflecting on what happens when we allow ourselves to pause. Over the past four months, I found myself slowly stepping away from creating and publishing episodes, not out of intention but out of something deeper: the need to breathe. In this…
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From Educator to Entrepreneur: Luz Nazario's Journey and the Creation of NEDA's Coquito
Luz Nazario is the creator and founder of NEDA’s Coquito and a veteran educator with more than 25 years' experience preparing and educating the future game changers. Four year ago, Luz decided to make some game changing moves one Christmas as funds ran low, she needed to do something quick to tie...
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Breaking Boxes & Building Brands with Julie DeLucca-Collins
In this special Hispanic Heritage Month episode, I sit down with my close friend and mentor, Julie DeLucca-Collins—a powerhouse TEDx speaker, business coach, and award-winning author. Julie is renowned for empowering entrepreneurs and leaders, especially women, to grow their brands, attract...
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The Pen Is In Your Hand
In this episode, we dive into the idea that each of us is the author of our own story, shaping our narrative with every choice we make. We explore the characters who enter our lives and how the friction they bring helps us grow. Change, though often gradual, can happen in an instant, but no…
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Create Your Happy
In this episode, Christy Holt and I dive deep into the power of self-forgiveness and the importance of letting go of labels that no longer serve us. We explore the necessity of embracing all emotions, recognizing that they’re a part of our human experience. Sometimes, we don’t see the choices...
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Graceful Revolution
Dr. Melissa Bird is a descendant of the Shivwits Band of Paiutes. She is a nationally recognized lay preacher, author, healer, and podcaster. Dr. Bird has made hundreds of keynote speeches and workshops before audiences at universities, conferences, and religious institutions worldwide. Her...
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From Self-Doubt & Fear to Confidence & Courage
Adency is a Soul Purpose Coach & Motivational Speaker passionate about activating people in leading with their soul and learning how to navigate your internal world to create your dream external world. She believes everyone has a message that matters, has gifts to share, and that everyone can…
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Building a Financial Legacy w/ Natalie Kime
Natalie is a Financial Professional and Coach who works with individuals, families and business owners to educate them, helping them become financially literate. She is passionate about helping others achieve their financial goals, create the life of their dreams and leave a legacy behind.…
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Brad Walsh
Brad Walsh is a father to two beautiful girls aged 23 and 25, a husband to an amazingly inspiring woman, a photographer, a published #1 International Best-Selling Author, an International Speaker, and a podcast host/producer. During the pandemic, he created EMPOWEROGRAPHY, a Top 2.5% Globally…
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If It Worked for Me It Will Work for You
In this solo episode Kari dives into the often-used phrase "If I can do it, so can you" and why it might not be as encouraging as it seems. Kari discusses the implications of this statement and offers a subtle but powerful shift in how we can provide support and advice: by using "You could try...
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The Power in the Pause: Recalibrating and Realigning
In this episode we dive into the transformative journey of recalibrating life and business for deeper alignment and intention. Your host Kari (formerly known as Karsta Marie) shares her personal story of stepping back to move forward, embracing change, and finding clarity. Want to connect?...
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Career Coaching for Misfits with Steph Gillies
Steph Gillies is a Career Coach for misfits, focused on helping people gain the confidence and strategy they need to land a career they love. Having had 32 jobs in 15 years and never quite feeling like she fit, she experienced the frustration of trying to find a job she was excited about. After...
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Express Yourself: Embracing Creative Flow and Building Confidence
Caitlan is a multi-passionate creator and launched Edits In Green in early 2020 with the purpose of fostering confidence and inspiration for authors. Now, she’s expanded her coaching skills to include public speaking and courses in creative discovery from scientists to cinephiles alike. Holding a...
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Creating Wellness Through Writing & Creativity
Join me for an inspiring conversation with K. LaFleur-Anders, a wellness writer and Creative Wellness Coach, as she shares her journey of empowering women leaders to heal, grow, and create. Through her unique writing-for-wellness approach, K. cultivates a fusion of creativity and wellness…
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Kelly Lichtenberger
In this empowering episode, Kelly Lichtenberger and I delve into her experiences navigating and triumphing over imposter syndrome in male-dominated industries. Kelly is a trailblazer for women in sales and she shares her personal journey, the challenges she's faced, and the strategies she's...
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I Dare You to Drop the Ball
Are you struggling to keep everything in balance? In this solo episode, I discuss the concept of striving for harmony instead of balance in life. Join me as I challenge the conventional idea of achieving balance and instead encourage embracing the ebb and flow of life's various demands. And, I'll...
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Midlife Awakening & Motherhood
My guest on today’s episode is Michele Johnston, slayer of limiting beliefs in pursuit of living her best life! Raised with a strict religious ideology of what a woman “should be”, she married young and became a devoted mother of four. For years, she masked her struggles to fit society's perfect...
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Ep. 13: Making Money with Magic, w/Robin Wilt
Robin Wilt is an intuitive guide, psychic and healer who provides business and money coaching that addresses both the magical and practical of what it takes to be financially successful. She is passionate about helping others to heal wounds around money and scarcity so they can move into…
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Ep. 12: From Fear to Fire, A Journey of Resilience & Transformation
Ann's journey is one of resilience and transformation. With over 25 years in male-dominated industries, she found success but struggled with internal battles. Raised in a fearful environment, due to her mother's past trauma of abuse and the loss of family members, Ann's strength was tested early...
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Ep. 11: Unlocking Abundance & Money Mindset
Ka Ki Lee, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, believes in the transformative power of authentic storytelling to heal the world. As the Founder of KAKI Publishing House and Host of The Awakened Feminine podcast, she champions the wisdom shared through storytelling. Her journey led her to become a...
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Ep. 10: Your past is only PART of your story, w/Amanda Janik
Amanda is a Michigan-born reader, writer, and traveler currently living in Northern California. She is a regular performer for the stage show Mortified, and is in the process of cultivating a nonprofit offering life skills, realistic sex education, and trauma education and processing tools to...
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Ep. 9-Turning Adversity Into Opportunity w/Karen Colonna
Get ready for a dose of inspiration with Karen Colonna! As a motivational speaker, coach, and podcaster, Karen's journey of resilience and self-discovery will leave you inspired. Despite life's curveballs, Karen faces challenges with humor, empathy, and unwavering faith. With over 20 years of...
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Ep. 8: Clarity pt. 2 - Identifying What you DON'T Want
We know when we're in uncomfortable situations; when we're experiencing something we don't like. While the most important part of alchemizing what you want is to focus on what you DO want, there's another piece we often forget, and that's to be crystal clear about what you DON'T. Get full access…
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Ep. 7: Turning Down the Volume of What Others Think w/Sharon Sills
Sharon Sills brings ALL the energy to this episode. Check out our conversation about balloons, standing in your power even among doubters, and giving two middle fingers to "doing what you're supposed to." Transitioning fearlessly from the corporate hot seat to entrepreneurship in 2018, Sharon...
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Ep. 6: The Fierce Voice w/Brigette Gildemaster
In this episode, Brigette Gildemaster and I delve into a wide range of topics, including triggers, traumas, and overcoming life-altering experiences. Brigette courageously shares her journey of religious and romantic abuse, shedding light on how she navigated leaving a dangerous husband and the...
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Ep. 5: Calibrating Your Inner GPS
Just like your GPS needs a destination in order to give you directions; If you don't know what you want, life won't know what to give you. Join me in this solo episode, where I share one of my favorite visualization exercises for finding clarity about what might bring you true joy. Use the link…
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Episode 1: The Beginning
Welcome to 'F**k Fine,' the unfiltered podcast that challenges the status quo and empowers you to live a life you truly love. I’m your host, Karsta Marie. Each episode features candid conversations, real stories, and inspiring insights, all aimed at breaking free from the facade of 'fine', and...
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Ep. 4: (TW) All I've Got Is Me w/ Amanda Wallingsford
TW: This episode includes conversation about attempts to unalive oneself We all face difficult s**t, it's what you do after the experience that matters. That's the message of this conversation with the amazing Amanda Wallingsford. Amanda is a Life Transformation Coach, Licensed Psychotherapist,...
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Ep. 2 "You Are the Compass" w/Kaleigh Becker
With a diverse background spanning from elementary school teaching to tech industry roles and literacy instructional coaching, Kaleigh discovered her true calling: helping women develop their consciousness and take control of their lives by turning into their inner strength. At the heart of her...
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Ep. 3 Disrupting Perfectionism w/Lauren Best
Join me and Lauren Best as we talk about everything from the "shitty shoulds" to giving yourself permission to listen to your own intuition. Lauren Best is a Certified Hypnotherapist, Multi Best Selling Author, Writer, Speaker, and Host of the Podcast Provoking Possibilities. She is also a…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to "Fuck Fine," the podcast where we believe in living life unapologetically and on our own terms. Hosted by Kari Hurd, each episode dives into candid conversations and inspiring insights that challenge the status quo.
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