Glow Up and Show Up
by Mary Lacey Banks
Welcome to Glow Up and Show Up, the podcast for the girlies who are ready to stop numbing and start becoming.I’m your host, Mary Lacey Banks: former party girl turned podcaster, speaker, and your personal hype woman for the biggest glow up of your life.The glow up isn’t a trend. It’s not a diet. It’s a mindset. A lifestyle. A lifelong journey of becoming who you were always meant to be.Each week, I share coaching, honest conversations, and Glow Work to help you create a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.Let’s glow, babygirl. ✨
Episodes
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12. Camera Confidence Masterclass: How to Show Up on Camera & Win in an AI World
Social media is a mirror, and the way you show up on it is the exact same way you show up in your life. If that sentence just hit you somewhere deep, this episode was made specifically for you and I am so glad you're here. 💖 I am introducing the Show Up Confident on Camera Masterclass today, and…
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11. Why going viral might be the worst thing that happens to you — with LadyB
Everyone wants to go viral. My guest Brianna built 25k on TikTok and says it might be the worst thing for your brand. This episode will change how you show up online. We get into how brand deals actually start, what to put in your bio right now, how to show your face on camera without freezing…
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10. Confidence, Style & Starting Over: Rebuilding From the Inside Out
In this episode of Glow Up & Show Up, Mary Lacey Banks sits down with content creator Elizabeth Kennington for a real, honest conversation about shopping addiction, self-worth, confidence, and starting over after rock bottom. Elizabeth opens up about the period of her life where spending and...
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9. The Alignment Map: A Personal Operating System for Aligned Living
As we step into 2026, vision boards and goal setting are everywhere. But what if the reason your goals haven’t worked in the past has nothing to do with discipline and everything to do with alignment? In this episode, Mary Lacey Banks introduces The Alignment Map, a powerful worksheet designed to...
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8. New Year, New Energy: How to Shift Your Frequency for 2026 with Jamie Crain
If you’ve ever been curious about energy work but didn’t know how to explain it without sounding “woo,” this episode is for you. I’m joined by Jamie Crain of Energymend to demystify energy healing and break down frequency, vibration, and energetic hygiene in a way that actually makes sense. We…
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7. Glow Up by Letting Go: Intuition, Healing & Wealth Energetics with Christina Deering
Glow Up by Letting Go: Intuition, Healing & Wealth Energetics with Christina Deering Today’s episode is a soul-hug. I sit down with spiritual mentor and business intuitive Christina Deering for a conversation about somatic healing, intuition, friendship breakups, wealth energetics, and becoming…
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6.Healing Codependency in Relationships with Jessica Graham
Codependency recovery, Al-Anon, and inner child healing—this week’s episode is all about breaking free from dysfunctional patterns and rewriting the story you tell yourself. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, boundary setting, or losing yourself in relationships, this conversation…
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5. God, Grief, and The Glow Up with Alexis Carpenter
This week on Glow Up and Show Up, I’m joined by Alexis M. Carpenter—author, speaker, and truth-teller—for a raw, powerful conversation about faith, resilience, and the masks we wear to survive. Alexis and I connected instantly because, like me, she’s navigated alcohol, binge eating, and toxic...
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4. Glow Up Your Mindset with Meredith Brick
Babygirl… this one is a thought hug and a fire-up-your-soul pep talk all in one. Today, I’m joined by my friend and mental performance coach, Meredith Brick, to co-create The Mental Glow Up Framework , a set of powerful mindset boundaries you can keep in your back pocket when you’re in the thick…
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3. Binge Eating Recovery Tools That Actually Work with Dr. Kristina Dobyns
If you've ever felt like food was running your life, this episode is for you. This week on Glow Up & Show Up, we feature Dr. Kristina Dobyns, host of Beyond Binge Eating, PhD in Somatic Psychology, and one of the most compassionate and science-backed voices in the recovery space. This episode...
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2. The Middle Place with Mallary Tenore Tarpley
Welcome back, babygirl 💕 In today’s episode, I’m joined by journalist, educator, and author Mallary Tenore Tarpley, whose new memoir Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery gave me literal chills. We talk about what it means to live in the middle place, that messy, unpolished space...
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1. This Is Glow Up & Show Up: The Glow Up I Never Saw Coming
Welcome to the very first episode of Glow Up and Show Up—a podcast for the girlies who want to create a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. In this debut episode, I’m sharing the full story behind the biggest glow up of my life, one I never saw coming. Two years ago…
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# 47 The Rejection That Changed Everything
Rejection doesn’t just sting—it can wreck your confidence, cloud your judgment, and send you spiraling into self-doubt. I know because I’ve been there. This episode was inspired by a powerful listener question: “Have you ever felt deeply let down by someone you admired?” Whew. The moment I read…
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#46 I Didn’t Hit Rock Bottom—But I Still Quit Drinking
This episode is for the girl who’s wondering if it’s bad enough to quit. For the one who didn’t have a dramatic rock bottom… just a quiet knowing that something had to change. In this raw solo episode, I take you back to the night I had my very last sip of alcohol — not in chaos or crisis, but in…
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#45 What is Sober Curious: A Real Talk Recovery Conversation
Hello, hello friends and welcome back to another episode of The Mary Lacey Banks Show! Tis I, MLB—and today, you’re in for a powerful and deeply personal convo that I know so many of you will feel in your bones. I’m joined by my new friend Julie Benson, who I literally felt spiritually assigned…
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#44 The Recovery Glow Up - Celebrating 2 Years Alcohol Free
Welcome to another episode of The Mary Lacey Banks Show! In this special episode, Mary reflects on her personal growth and transformation over the past two years, celebrating her second soberversary while also sharing exciting updates on the future of the podcast and the MLB brand. 🎉 Milestone...
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#43 From My Dad’s Basement to 43 Episodes Later - How Podcasting Helped Me Heal, Grow, and Start Over
This week’s episode is a full-blown celebration—balloons, crowns, confetti, and all! It’s not only my 31st birthday, but also the 2-year anniversary of The Mary Lacey Banks Show. And to celebrate? I’ve got two of my favorite people—Ashley Whitmore and Kylie Lewis—on the mic for a special “turn…
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#42 Our Mother's Day Love Letter (Podcast Edition)
Hosts: Mary Lacey Banks, Ashlee Whitmore, Kylie Lewis Special Guest: Stella Valentina (Ashlee's Daughter) Episode Summary: Celebrate Mother's Day with Mary, Ashley, and Kylie! They share quick "hot takes" on motherhood, pregnancy, and being child-free. Hear heartwarming calls with their moms,...
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#41 From Gym Girlies to Grown Women with Jenna Huffine
✨ Episode Summary: In this candid and heartfelt episode of The Mary Lacey Banks Show, Mary reconnects with longtime acquaintance and fitness professional Jenna Huffine. What begins as a lighthearted conversation quickly turns into a powerful dialogue about recovery, identity, and the long road to...
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#40 The Tale of The Midwest Eat Pray Love Queen with Alex Zimmerman
Summary In this episode of the Mary Lacey Bank Show, host Mary reconnects with her long-time friend Alex Zimmerman, who shares her transformative journey over the past year. From breaking off an engagement to traveling the world and exploring her identity, Alex emphasizes the importance of…
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#39 Grow Where You Are Planted
🌱 Life isn’t about waiting for the perfect moment—it’s about starting exactly where you are. In this episode, I’m sharing what my Aunt Lynn taught me about growth, and how I’m applying it in my own life before everything looks the way I want it to. ✨ Posting consistently before I have a massive...
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#38 ADHD, Dopamine, & Doing the Damn Thing with Jennie Anderson
Jennie's Freebies! https://pages.adhdjennie.com/adhdinaction https://pages.adhdjennie.com/jumpstart Keywords ADHD, hyperfocus, dopamine, women, productivity, mindset, manifestation, mental health, personal development, energy management Summary In this conversation, Mary Banks and Jennie Anderson...
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#37 Why Can't Everyday be Galentine's Day? With Ashlee Whitmore and Kylie Lewis | Part 2
Summary In this engaging conversation, the speakers share their personal dating journeys, exploring the complexities of relationships, vulnerability, and the importance of communication. They discuss the excitement and challenges of dating, the comfort found in love, and the lessons learned from...
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#36 Why Can't Everyday be Galentine's Day? With Ashlee Whitmore and Kylie Lewis | Part 1
Keywords Galentine's Day, love, friendship, nostalgia, Valentine's Day, relationships, childhood, acceptance, vulnerability, memories Summary In this special Galentine's Day episode, Mary Lacey Banks is joined by friends Ashley Whitmore and Kylie Lewis to explore the multifaceted nature of love,...
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#35 More Than Just Sober: Creating a Life You Love in Recovery with Emily Killeen | Part 2
Summary In this episode of the Mary Lacey Bank Show, Mary Banks interviews Emily Killeen, a sober coach and host of the Sober Sisters meeting. They discuss various aspects of sobriety, including the importance of community, the HALT method, and the Play It Forward method. Emily shares her…
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#34 More Than Just Sober: Creating a Life You Love In Recovery with Emily Killeen | Part 1
Summary In this episode, Mary Banks and Emily Killeen discuss the journey of recovery and sobriety, exploring Emily's personal experiences with addiction, the importance of community, and the transformative power of finding purpose in sobriety. They delve into the struggles faced during early...
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#33 Goals are In, Dreams are Out: Reflections of My First Time doing Stand-up
Keywords standup comedy, dreams, goals, personal growth, fear, self-discovery, motivation, life lessons, courage, happiness Summary In this episode of the Mary Lacey Bank Show, Mary reflects on her recent experience with standup comedy, exploring the distinction between dreams and goals. She…
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#32 The Rise of The Original Myspace Influencer Part 2
Episode Summary: In this laugh-out-loud episode, MLB and Ashlee dive into the quirks of adulthood, life’s “shit sandwiches,” and the sweet relief of holiday breaks. They reminisce about the iconic MySpace Top 8, share a mutual love for Taylor Swift, and explore the hilarity of rating friendships...
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#31 The Rise of The Original Myspace Influencer with Ashlee Whitmore
neurodivergent, motherhood, relationships, self-help, personal growth, influencer culture, podcasting, identity, education, marriage Summary: In this engaging conversation, Mary Banks and Ashley Dreheim explore their shared experiences growing up, the evolution of influencer culture, and the...
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#30 From Victimhood to Empowerment with Christine Hopkins
Summary In this conversation, Mary Banks interviews Christine Hopkins, a shadow integration and sensuality coach. They discuss the importance of facing one's shadow and how it can lead to healing and personal growth. Christine shares her own journey of discovering her shadow and how it led her to...
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#29 Parts Work and The Origin Story of MLB
In this episode of The Mary Lacey Banks Show, Mary Banks, aka MLB, dives deep into the creation of her powerful alter ego, MLB. She shares the story of how this persona was born and the profound impact it has had on her life. From launching her podcast on her 29th birthday to embracing MLB as a...
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#28 Baby, Aging is Alive and Well: Lessons from My Papa
In this heartfelt episode, Mary Banks shares a deeply personal experience from her recent visit to the Georgia mountains, where she spent time with her beloved papa. As she recounts the bittersweet moments of saying goodbye to the family home and witnessing her once-active grandfather now…
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#27 How I Healed My Relationship with My Mama
MLB shares her personal journey of healing her turbulent relationship with her mom. Drawing from her own experiences, particularly a pivotal moment at age 24, Mary discusses the challenges many women face in their relationships with their mothers, especially as they transition into adulthood....
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#26 Earning Your Dopamine
In today's episode, I dive into a topic that's incredibly important to me—understanding the link between addiction and dopamine. As someone in recovery, I've found that learning about dopamine has been crucial in creating a successful recovery plan. I was inspired by an email from Eric Hinman…
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#25 The Pregnancy Principle
Show Notes for The Mary Lacey Bank Show: Episode - The Pregnancy Principle Title: The Pregnancy Principle from Laura McCowen Description: In this episode of The Mary Lacey Bank Show, host Mary Banks explores the transformative "Pregnancy Principle," a concept introduced by Laura McCowen in her...
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#24 The Winning Mindsets of Lance Armstrong
Introduction Mary Banks introduces the episode, excited to share insights inspired by Lance Armstrong's interview on Michael Chernow's podcast. Mindset 1: I Am the Writer of My Own Story Mary reflects on initial judgments of Lance Armstrong and how his mantra resonated with her about taking…
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#23 Breath-work changed EVERYTHING
A few months ago, I was at a women’s retreat with my girlfriends, partaking in a breath-work session hosted by my friend, Jessica Jante. The breath pattern was strenuous and I found myself getting light headed. I genuinely thought I was going to pass out. But with the assurance of Jessica’s voice...
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#22 MLB's Celebration of Freedom from Drugs and Alcohol
In honor of The U.S.A's Independence Day, MLB reflects on her personal Independence and Freedom in the form of sobriety from amphetamines, prescription medication and alcohol, three substances she never dreamed of having the wherewithal to recover from. In this episode, Mary focuses on why she...
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#21 Love, Light, and Jealousy
Angel Muffins!! It's been a while since I last posted and this episode is dedicated to honesty and spilling my guts about what's up for me in 2024. In the spiritual/ personal-development space, so often we focus on "light and love," and don't get me wrong, I love that shit. HOWEVER, the good only...
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#20 Spirituality, Star Seeds, and Burning Man with Charis Melina Brown
Welcome to a captivating episode of The Mary Lacey Banks Show with your host, Charis Melina Brown. In this enlightening conversation, we're joined by Charis Malina Brown, an insightful spiritual guide and visionary. Dive deep with us into a world where the physical and metaphysical intertwine,...
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#19 Intuition and Internal Guidance with Christina Deering
Join Mary Banks as she welcomes the mesmerizing @iamchristinadeering, a shaman and life coach, to discuss a topic that resonates with all: intuition. Together, they demystify intuition, providing tangible advice on how to connect with this innate part of ourselves, and why honoring our feelings…
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#18 Tough Love and Speaking Your Honest Truth
In this heartfelt episode of the Mary Lacey Bank Show, Mary delves deep into the theme of tough love and the power of telling the people in your life the things they may not want to hear. She shares her own transformative journey, touching on personal struggles, the impact of honest feedback, and...
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#17 The Old Mary Can't Come To The Phone Right Now
🎙 Welcome to The Mary Lacey Bank Show with your host, MLB, a sanctuary for spiritual enthusiasts, personal growth lovers, and impact makers. 🌟 Embark on a transformative journey with Mary Banks, your vivacious and insightful guide through the realms of spirituality, personal development, and...
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#16 Pursuing Ultra with Maryann Peak
Join us as we delve into the remarkable story of Maryann Peak, a Midwesterner and mom who is transforming herself into a competitor in the world of endurance sports. Step into Maryann's shoes as she shares her awe-inspiring journey from being a non-runner to now pursing an ultra marathon. Explore...
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#15 Embrace Rejection: Unleash Your Main Character Energy
Episode 15: Embracing Rejection - Why Getting Turned Down Can Be Your Greatest Ally Hello, Angel Muffins! It's Mary Lacey Bank, and welcome to the 15th episode of The Mary Lacey Bank Show. Today, we dive deep into the world of rejection and why it might just be the best thing that ever happened…
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#14 From Rock Bottom to Molecular Change: Unleashing Magic and Miracles
Hey there, Angel Muffins fam! It's your host, Angel Muffins, and welcome back to another enlightening episode of the Angel Muffins Show. Today's episode is extra special because we're taking a leap into the world of video podcasts – can you believe it? Your support and enthusiasm have made this...
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#13 Exploring the Root Cause: How Nutrition Shapes Mental Wellness with Asher Edelman"
In this episode of the podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Asher Edelman, a nutritional therapist. Our discussion delved deep into Asher's personal journey, from battling mental health issues to uncovering the remarkable influence of nutrition on mental well-being. As we engaged in...
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#12 Exploring UAPs, Consciousness, and Paradigm Shifts: A Deep Dive into Congressional Hearings and Spiritual Growth
Welcome to the latest episode of the Mary Lacey Bank Show! In this thought-provoking podcast, host MLB delves into the intriguing realm of UAPs (previously known as UFOs), non-human biologics, and the recent congressional hearings surrounding these subjects. MLB provides a rundown of the…
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#11 Species Appropriate Diet and Metabolic Health is Mental Health with Natalie E West
This week’s episode features clinical psychotherapist and nutritional psychologist, Natalie E West. Natalie uses the Carnivore/species appropriate diet as the foundation for helping her clients “design their life on purpose.” This episode is packed with information! Which includes but is not...
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#10 Having Faith and Acting "As If"
So many of us say we believe in god and I want to ask you, what do you believe about god? This is such an important question to ask and one I didn’t come across until my late 20s. I always said I believed in god, but I never knew fully what I believed in. Getting clear on what I believed in…
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About this show
Welcome to Glow Up and Show Up, the podcast for the girlies who are ready to stop numbing and start becoming.I’m your host, Mary Lacey Banks: former party girl turned podcaster, speaker, and your personal hype woman for the biggest glow up of your life.The glow up isn’t a trend. It’s not a diet. It’s a mindset. A lifestyle. A lifelong journey of becoming who you were always meant to be.Each week, I share coaching, honest conversations, and Glow Work to help you create a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.Let’s glow, babygirl. ✨
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