Handling It Podcast

Franni Cash is taking us to church. Or at least she’ll be chatting about her experiences with her church, her journey of rediscovering her faith, and how she’s poured that experience into her debut album HERE I AM, out on September 18th. We’re talking all about high highs and low lows, finding your faith, and even finding yourself. Hope you enjoy this one. x Follow Franni’s Journey: Instagram: @frannicash Listen: https://open.spotify.com/album/4by63MmBpTRKY8ZbqtGuIh?si=7259bfffb8a14c74

This week we're joined by illustrator Danielle Cremisino for a conversation on art - in all its forms - and the virality of her creations across social media. From how she got started to where she's headed, we're diving into the behind the scenes of Danielle's career as she tackles her first ever podcast interview with Handling It (gasp!). Follow Danielle’s Journey: Instagram: @delacremstudio Join the Snail Mail Club: https://www.mondaymuseskin.com/?srsltid=AfmBOor-EeRMM-V0ZPnlXStdc3jh0tay3GGhMktozelX_ohExcJVHW1y Use code ‘HANDLINGIT’ for 33% off any snail mail membership.

This week we’re talking pimples. That’s right - acne, blackheads, t-zones - all of it!! Founder Lune Martens of the skincare company Monday Muse joins us for this episode to share her journey with her own skin conditions and how they inspired her to create a skincare brand focused on treating acne both internally and externally. Follow Lune’s Journey: Instagram: @lune.martens @mondaymuseskin Shop Monday Muse: https://www.mondaymuseskin.com/?srsltid=AfmBOor-EeRMM-V0ZPnlXStdc3jh0tay3GGhMktozelX_ohExcJVHW1y

This week we're joined by garage-country singer and songwriter, Aubrie Sellers, who's sharing with us the meaning behind her third studio album, Attachment Theory. Follow Aubrie's Journey: Instagram: @aubriesellers Attachment Theory: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attachment-theory-w-aubrie-sellers-the-podcast/id1868478602

It’s been a minute, but we’re back with a new season! To kick things off for season 6, Michelle Young joins us this week to chat about quite literally ALL the things. From identity to self-worth, to dating nonnegotiables and marriage learnings, and her most recent journey dealing with chronic illness. We’re getting into all of it…and then some.

Right off the back of Earth Day, celebrity makeup artist and the CEO and Founder of Aleph Beauty, Emma Peters, joins us to breakdown the clean beauty craze and chat about the work she’s doing with her New Zealand-based company, Aleph. Follow Aleph’s Journey: Instagram: @aleph.beauty Where to Shop?: https://alephbeauty.com/collections/shop?srsltid=AfmBOoqdQuLcbGYyVEueDxO6Ij45g9-_l8pLRAqq7svstZF_xIQdA-Mg

This week we’re joined by British pop-country artist Twinnie for what is probably one of my favorite conversations we’ve EVER had on the podcast. In this episode we’ll be chatting all about Twinnie’s story of growing up in a traveling community and finding music and performing to then moving to Nashville and creating her own lane in the country music industry. We’ll also be diving into all the details on her latest single, “Thank Me Later”, which is out now. Follow Twinnie’s Journey: Instagram: @twinnieofficial Stream Thank Me Later: https://open.spotify.com/track/6cdGDoOeBiHC2R6ncY0cyo?si=00461a7ad0f940a1

This week we’re talking music with Moody Joody’s Kayla, Kaitie and Andrew, who are here to chat about their latest single, Lorretta’s Last Call. What else can you expect: a shout out to New York’s China Town by yours truly and an ode to the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special from all of us. Follow Moody Joody’s Journey: Instagram: @moodyjoodymusic Stream Loretta’s Last Call: https://youtu.be/5YuhFClIBzQ?si=a3gFW3oFkvAiLxg2

This week renowned licensed psychotherapist, speaker and founder of Therapy Fund Foundation, Ashley McGirt-Adair joins us this week to chat about her new book The Cost of Healing in Silence: Navigating Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care, which is out March 31st. Follow Ashley’s Journey: Instagram: therapywithash https://therapyfundfoundation.org/events Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSY68TKT?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1

We're back! This week we're joined by the incredible Alison Cheperdak, founder of Elevate Etiquette, who will not only be showing us how we can all put our best foot forward, but she'll be sharing details on her debut book, Was It Something I Said?: Everyday Etiquette to Avoid Awkward Moments in Relationships, Work, and Life.

This week female security leader and former British detective Nina Hobson joins us for our last episode of 2025 to discuss her incredible career in private security and covert operations. *Trigger Warning: This episode does contain conversations surrounding sexual assault, abuse and mental health.*

Country music artist Jake Banfield joins us this week to chat about his debut album, Open Bars, as well as to share his journey with songwriting, heartbreak and now touring. Follow Jake’s Journey: Instagram: @jakebanfieldmusic

Very thrilled to welcome digital content creator, friend and my fellow Londoner, Candace Salters, back onto the pod. A first-of-its-kind episode, we’re chatting this week about what we’ve both learned since moving abroad to the UK from the States. Follow Candace’s Journey: Instagram: @candaceabroad TikTok: @candaceabroad Website: https://candaceabroad.com/

Actor Anthony Hill joins us this week to chat about Season 22 of Grey’s Anatomy and everything he’s learned from playing his character Dr. Winston Ndugu on the show. Follow Anthony’s Journey: Instagram: @anthill

This week the brilliant Lori Woodley-Langendorff joins us to share the importance of social and emotional literacy (SEL), and how she and her organization ALL IT TAKES is working to equip communities with SEL skills in order to thrive. Follow Lori’s Journey: Instagram: @allittakesorg LinkedIn: All It Takes Purchase a copy of SEL Muscle Mastery: https://www.selmuscles.com/

Welcome back folks! It’s been a minute–more like a few months–but I am very thrilled to be back with you all with a few new episodes to share. Nothing fills my cup more than conversation, and this week I have one to share that was so wonderful to record. For this episode, I sat down with the indie-pop duo, Jake & Shelby, who you may know from their viral music covers across social media, but now they’re gearing up for the release of their debut album, Learning to Love, which drops on Friday, October 10th. In this episode we’re talking about love, relationships, and artistry...man, do we get deep. Lots to dive into, so hope you enjoy. Follow Jake & Shelby’s Journey: Instagram: @jakeandshelbyofficial TikTok: @jakeandshelbyofficial Check out the music video for SHUT UP AND KISS ME: https://youtu.be/q11sh5wqSBY?si=y1YYxVwe7A1DDFD7

Creator of the fitness programme, Revolution Motherhood, Rachel Welch joins us this week to discuss the importance of pre and post natal health. Revolution Motherhood is evidence-based progressive fitness + body education for moms and you can download the app on your device's app store. Follow Rachel’s Journey: Instagram: @revolutionmotherhood Revolution Motherhood Site: https://www.revolutionmotherhood.com/

The phenomenal Indie-pop singer Leanna Firestone joins us this week to chat about her latest single Keeping Score, as well as her journey developing her artistry in the music industry over the past year. Follow Leanna’s Journey: Instagram: @leannafirestone TikTok: @leannafirestone Check out the music video for KEEPING SCORE: youtu.be/oAxTdcFSrzQ?si=8GZSycmxz3wGiLKB Book Recco: Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert www.amazon.co.uk/Big-Magic-Creati…nd/dp/1408866730

Content creator Abbie Konnick joins us this week for a very exciting episode. As a friend and former classmate, Abbie and I caught up on all that’s happened to us since high school, but we specifically dive into Abbie’s pivot from working in education as a full time teacher to then taking on content creation full time and finding success within it. Follow Abbie’s Journey: Instagram: @abbiekonnick TikTok: @abbiekonnick YouTube: www.youtube.com/@AbbieKonnick

Co-founder of Losano, the sustainable and non-toxic activewear company, Brianna Gaffia joins us today to chat about her journey in building her company, the importance of “clean” clothes, and she also weighs in on how the LA-based brand has been navigating business following the devastating wildfires within the city. OFFER: Use code “HandlingItLosano” for 20% off a one time purchase Follow Brianna and Losano’s Journey: Instagram: @losanoofficial Shop Losano: https://losano.com/

Christian influencer, author, and creator of Scribble Devos, Whitney Lowe is here to chat about her debut book, Set Your Eyes Higher: A 40-Day Reset to Slow Your Anxiety and Fix Your Focus on God. Follow Whitney’s Journey: Instagram: @whitneypiersonlowe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scribbledevos Order Set Your Eyes Higher: https://amzn.eu/d/gyNqbBf

A leading voice in the gardening and homestead living space, Bailey Van Tassel, joins us this week to discuss her new book Kitchen Garden Living, as well as the meaning and beauty of living a slow and intentional life. Follow Bailey’s Journey: Instagram: @baileyvantassel Podcast: The Garden Culture Podcast with Bailey Van Tassel PRE-ORDER Kitchen Garden Living: https://geni.us/KitchenGardenLiving

The brilliant Felicity Blunt returns to the podcast to discuss the incredible projects she's been working on as a literary agent, as well as her recent time Executive Producing the popular Disney+ series, RIVALS. What We Chatted About Today: Lessons in Chemistry - https://amzn.eu/d/8rJosGF What I Ate in One Year - https://amzn.eu/d/fEqaVST Becoming, Being Mom - https://youtu.be/DDr3UUZcLZE?si=0DHJgPDxb8T09yS5

Season 5 of Handling It is here, and joining us for our first episode back is singer Jonah Marais. With a brand new single “Slow Motion” out now, Jonah will be chatting today about his decade long journey as an artist and where he’s heading with his new music. Follow Jonah’s Journey: Instagram: @jonahmarais Listen: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4h3Go7Vr34F8zzGvEFj9P8?si=V5vBXbEoRWSaUMGv4l5_4Q

Singer and songwriter, Knox, joins us this week to chat about social media stardom, his journey growing up in a small town and how finding music in his teen years brought him to where he is now. Follow Knox’s Journey: Instagram: @musicbyknox Listen: https://open.spotify.com/artist/61S5H9Lxn1PDUvu1TV0kCX?si=Vxu0mGVjR3Cf_77ThhMVSA Catch Knox on Tour: https://www.musicbyknox.com/#tour

Entrepreneur, speaker, podcast host, and best-selling author, Liz Bohannon, joins us on the podcast this week to chat about passion, purpose, and a few tips and tricks she’s learned discovering her own. Follow Liz’s Journey: Instagram: @lizbohannon Listen to Plucking Up: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plucking-up-with-liz-bohannon/id1514706748 Read Beginner’s Pluck: https://www.lizbohannon.co/book

The inspiring and influential CEO and founder of barre3, Sadie Lincoln, joins us today on the podcast to share her story of pioneering through the fitness industry and building her company of over 185 barre studios across North America. Having just won Entrepreneur of the Year at the Ernest and Young Awards, Sadie has so much powerful knowledge to share on operating a business in boutique fitness, while also empowering women within that space and creating opportunities for other female entrepreneurs. **CONTENT WARNING: Eating disorders and weight are discussed in today’s episode. **OFFER: Right now you can get 3 months of barre3 online for $45 redeemable at barre3.com/redeem with code HANDLING45. Follow Sadie’s Journey: Instagram: @sadielincoln @barre3 https://barre3.com/

The awe-inspiring and superbly talented, country singer and songwriter, Tenille Townes, joins us this week on the podcast. Tenille and I chat about her new music, as well as her upbringing in the country music industry and how she's managed to pave her own path for success through her tenaciousness. Follow Tenille’s Journey: Instagram: @tenilletownes Listen Along: “As You Are” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmpEEN9ckOk “Thing That Brought Me Here” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gXFRWZldX4 Sunrise House: https://www.sunrisehouse.ca/

This week cofounder of the non-alcoholic beverage company Grüvi, Anika Sawni, joins us to chat about her and her brother’s work with the company and the rise of sober curiosity. PROMO: Right now you can shop Grüvi's wide variety of NA beers & Wines on their site www.getgruvi.com and our listeners can enjoy 15% off their first purchase with code : HANDLINGIT15 Plus, for a limited time select Whole Foods Markets, Total Wine & More and Fresh Thyme stores are offering an amazing deal "BUY ONE GET ONE FREE", all you have to do is sign up here and Grüvi will reimburse you when you buy in store: https://try.gotoaisle.com/gruvi-wfm-totalwine-ft?code=handlingit Follow Anika and Gruvi’s Journey: Instagram: @getgruvi @asawni Looking to Purchase Gruvi? https://www.getgruvi.com/ References: Ruby Warrington on Handling It Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/handling-it-podcast/id1487406337?i=1000511424506

Today’s episode features etiquette expert, TV personality, and multinational entrepreneur, Sara Jane Ho, who will be sharing with us details on her new book, MIND YOUR MANNERS:How To Be Your Best Self in Any Situation. Follow Sara’s Journey: Instagram: @sarajaneho Buy or Learn More about the Book: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/sara-jane-ho/mind-your-manners/9780306832833/?lens=hachette-go

Entrepreneur and content creator Emily Sanchez joins us to chat about her journey founding her company, Classy Casita, as well as the work she's managing to do for female friendships with her group, The Happy Girl Club. Follow Emily’s Journey: Instagram: @classycasita Tiktok: @classycasita Shop or Learn more about Classy Casita: https://www.classycasita.com/

This week the extraordinary Allison Holker Boss joins us to chat about her debut children's book, Keep Dancing Through: A Boss Family Groove. In this conversation, we discuss what it's like to navigate through grief and life's highs and lows, as well as the importance of children's literature and positive messaging. Follow Allison’s Journey: Instagram: @allisonholker Tiktok: allisonholkerboss Pre-Order Keep Dancing Through: https://premierecollectibles.com/keepdancing

The phenomenal Carissa Stanton, creator of Brocc Your Body, joins us this week to chat about her debut cookbook SERIOUSLY SO GOOD and ways in which we all can incorporate easy, balanced, and stress free cooking into our lives. Follow Carissa’s Journey: Instagram: @broccyourbody Website: https://broccyourbody.com/ Pre-Order Seriously So Good: https://www.amazon.com/Seriously-So-Good-Balanced-Cookbook/dp/1668020726/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36LNGSKQQG7EK&keywords=seriously+so+good+cookbook&qid=1702412862&sprefix=seriously+%2Caps%2C120&sr=8-1

Authors and best friends, Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston, join us this week to chat about their new book, Here For It (the GOOD, the BAD, and the QUESO): The How-To Guide for Deepening your Friendships and Doing Life Together. Follow Amy and Jess’ Journeys: Jess Johnston: https://www.instagram.com/jessmariejohnston/?hl=en Amy Weatherly: https://www.instagram.com/amyweatherly/?hl=en Sister I Am With You: https://www.facebook.com/sisteriamwithyou Buy The Book? https://www.amazon.com/Here-Good-Bad-Queso-How/dp/140022683X

The remarkable designer, Cheval, joins us this week to share with us her unique story as a designer and how a legal battle with her former employer motivated her to transform her career. Follow Cheval's Journey: Instagram: @allthatglittersonthegram Learn More About the A Girl You Might Know Foundation: https://www.agirlyoumightknowfoundation.org/ Shop She is Cheval: https://sheischeval.com/

Author, podcast host, and speaker, Molly Stillman joins us this week to chat about her incredible upcoming memoir, IF I DON'T LAUGH I'LL CRY, which releases on March 26th. Follow Molly's Journey: Instagram: @stillbeingmolly Podcast: @canilaughpod https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/can-i-laugh-on-your-shoulder/id1160036500 Home Before Morning: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/379415 If I Don't Laugh, I'll Cry: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/if-i-dont-laugh-ill-cry-molly-stillman/1143709762

Welcome back and happy Valentine's Day! After battling a bit of a bug over December and January, I am happy to finally say that I am feeling good and ready to share some exciting new episodes with you all. This week I am so happy to share with you a conversation with acclaimed singer and songwriter, Catie Turner, who will be discussing in today's episode the meaning behind her latest EPs, Comedy and Tragedy Acts 1 and 2. We'll also be diving into aging, astrology, and (of course) advice. Follow Catie's Journey Instagram @hashtagcatie Listen: https://youtu.be/L5GYpq3QH_0?si=7JFm5YFrhgemFQoe

Licensed psychologist and host of the podcast Therapy for Black Girls, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, joins us this week to discuss her work advocating for mental health and community healing, as well as to chat about her new book, Sisterhood Heals: The Transformative Power of Healing Community. Follow Dr. Joy’s Journey: Listen to Therapy for Black Girls: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-for-black-girls/id1223803641 Buy Sisterhood Heals: https://www.sisterhoodheals.com/ Instagram: @hellodrjoy Twitter: @hellodrjoy

Members of the fabulous girl group The Shindellas, Tamara Chauniece, Stacy Johnson and Kasi Jones join us for this episode to discuss their latest album Shindo, as well as weighing in on the importance of girl groups and upcoming plans for their music. Follow The Shindellas’ Journey: Catch them on Tour: https://www.theshindellas.com/tour Instagram: @theshindellas

Rising pop singer and songwriter Maddie Zahm joins us this week to discuss her brand new album, Now That I’ve Been Honest, which is out and available to stream now. In this conversation, Maddie and I also dive into navigating periods of growth, as well as how she decided to pour her own personal stories and experiences into the new album. Follow Maddie’s Journey: Catch her on Tour: https://maddiezahmmusic.com/home/ Instagram: @maddiezahm Twitter: @maddiezahm

Director Oz Rodriguez of the new coming of age action comedy, Miguel Wants to Fight, joins us this week to chat about his journey working on projects across film and television, his time spent on Saturday Night Live, as well as where he sees his work headed. Follow Oz’s Journey: Instagram: @oz_rodriguez Twitter: @Ozrodriguez01

This week CEO and founder of RiOrganize, Ria Safford, joins us to chat about her career in organizing and transforming spaces for families, as well as her debut book, The Organized Home for New Parents: Create Routine-Ready Spaces for Your Baby's First Years, which is available on October 3rd. Follow Ria’s Journey: Instagram: @riorganize TikTok: @riorganize Buy the Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-organized-home-for-new-parents-r-a-safford/1143472206

This week Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter GAYLE joins us to chat about her summer of incredible accomplishments, from touring with Taylor Swift and P!NK to having her song featured on the Barbie soundtrack and movie. We’ll also be discussing GAYLE’s upcoming headline tour “Scared But Trying”, which kicks off this fall. Follow GAYLE’s Journey: Instagram: @gayle TikTok: @gaylecantspell Catch GAYLE on tour: https://www.gayleofficial.com/tour

Dynamic interior stylist and author, Anh Lin, is joining us for a faith-filled conversation on her new book, Forever Home: Moving Beyond Brokenness to Build a Strong and Beautiful Life, which is available everywhere September 26th. Follow Anh's Journey: Instagram and TikTok: @girlandtheword Pre-Order Forever Home: https://www.zondervan.com/p/forever-home/

Surprise! So happy to share with you this special bonus episode release. Joining us for today’s episode is the incredibly adventurous and all-around marvelous travel blogger and content creator Candace Salters, who is more formally known as “Candace Abroad”. In this episode, Candace will be sharing her path to creating her travel and London-living blog, from moving to London for university to exploring new neighborhoods, and above all, dealing with the highs and lows of living abroad. Follow Candace’s Journey: Instagram and TikTok: @candaceabroad Blog: https://candaceabroad.com/

Disability activist, content creator, model, and speaker Paula Carozzo joins us this week to discuss her powerful story, from her diagnosis with cerebral palsy at the age of five to her present-day decision to shape her career around redefining disability. Follow Paula’s Journey: Instagram: @pauuzzo

Today on Handling It, we’re welcoming back a past guest, co-founder of the 15 White Coats, activist, and US Navy veteran, Russell J. Ledet, MD/PhD. We'll be picking up where we left off on his remarkable story and discussing Dr. Ledet's recent accomplishment of becoming the first black male Triple Board resident at Indiana University. Follow Dr. Russell Ledet’s Journey: Instagram: @drrussellledet and @the15whitecoats

Singer, songwriter and member of the trio indie-pop band BAILEN, Julia Bailen, joins us this week to chat about the band’s new album, Tired Hearts. We also dive into Julia’s experiences with the US healthcare system as a musician, and her journey navigating life after being diagnosed with the BRCA gene. Follow Julia’s Journey: Instagram: @jbailen and @bailentheband Listen to Tired Hearts: https://open.spotify.com/album/1UH8pVlQVXsJMnePBEQzJ1?si=fuJbz7U-SOeRQ9jEGQUxyA

Owner and founder of the design and construction firm The Pankonien Group (TPG), Laura Pankonien, joins us this week to share how she pivoted her career into design and navigated through a recession and a pandemic. Follow Laura's Journey: Instagram: @thepankoniengroup @bleubytpg Shop at https://bleubytpg.com/

Executive producer of Hulu's The Great and founder of Macgowan Films, Marian Macgowan, joins us this week to chat about the third season of the critically acclaimed Hulu series, as well as advice she has for those in the film and television industry. Follow Marian’s Journey: Tune into Hulu to watch The Great Learn more about Macgowan Films: https://www.macgowanfilms.com/