Honesty Hour with Stella Louis
by Stella Louis
In this podcast, we explore faith, culture, wellness, and life's nuances in all of their messiness and glory. Sometimes it's just me, and sometimes I'm joined by people I really admire, so buckle up, get ready, and press play! Here's an unapologetically honest look at life with me, Stella Louis — the good, the bad, and everything in between. Follow this podcast on instagram for the newest updates at the @honestyhrpodcast
Episodes
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S2EP22. A Post Grad Starter Pack: Moving, Money, Dating, + More
Hi everyone - 'tis the graduation season! Here are some thoughts about the transition + how to do it well. We got this! To connect and stay up to date, follow the socials below :) Podcast insta: https://www.instagram.com/honestyhrpodcast/ Personal insta: https://www.instagram.com/stellouis/
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S2EP21. Sober + Thriving: A Real Conversation about Substance Abuse and Mental Health with Ashton Phelps
Hi everyone! Nothing makes me happier than sitting down with a friend, putting the fluffy things aside, and having real conversations about the hard things we've walked through. That's how we grow, learn, and can praise God for the work he has done in each of our lives. This week I sat down with...
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S2EP20: Moving Blues, Why Blood Pressure Matters, and Finding Freedom in the Midst of Vulnerability
Hi everyone! We're running it back with another solo episode this week and talking about how I'm feeling about my quickly approaching move, high blood pressure, how it happens, and how we can prevent/lower it, and why vulnerability is so important to our flourishing. To connect and stay up to…
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S2EP19. Valentine's Day EP: Our Thoughts on Singleness (and Dating) ft. My Sister
Hi everyone! This episode I sit down with my little sis and have a conversation about singleness and dating. We cover so much, from how to balance the tension between desiring marriage/relationship and recognizing it's not something we're entitled to, the negative stigma of singleness in the...
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S2EP18. Season 2 Opener: New Year Reset, Goal Setting, and Breaking Cycles
Hi everyone! SURPRISE. In this episode we are kickstarting season 2! I give ya'll a glimpse into what I've been thinking about as 2022 has rolled into 2023, my thoughts/tips/tricks on goal setting (it's never too late to start), and share my 2 cents on how to break the cycles of sin in our lives.…
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EP 17. 22 Things I Learned by 22
Hi everyone! Keeping things right on brand with a fusion of wellness, Jesus, and real life, in this episode, we talk all things apple cider vinegar, how to use it, and it's benefits, as well as breaking down 22 lessons I learned within the past year in lieu of my recent birthday. After a longer...
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EP 16. Not Your P31 Woman ft. Emily Budine
Hey everyone! In this episode, my roommate Ebu + I chat all about the Proverbs 31 woman, discussing scripture, misconceptions we’ve seen/experienced in Christian culture, + how it impacts our views on women, dating, singleness, + more. Whether you're a guy, girl, single, dating, married, young or...
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EP 15. Das My Best Friend (feat. Elena Sanchez)
Hey everyone! In this episode, Elena + I explore our friendship, what we have learned from each other, and how the definition of best friend changes as we become adults. Hope you enjoy this conversation and that it makes you think, grow, + move towards healthier relationships in your own life!…
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EP 14. So This is Love ft. Mary Riley
Hey everyone - in this episode, I share some of the juicy dating tips y’all sent in AND (drum roll please) I sit down with my friend Mary Riley! A recent newlywed, I wanted to get as many thoughts as I could from her about dating + marriage now that she’s walked down that alter. We talk…
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EP 13. Beyond the Screen
Hi everyone! In this episode, I share some of my unfiltered thoughts on the recent shooting in Buffalo, New York, how to keep yourself sane when the news/social media is only telling you bad news, and on social media, influencing, + being present off-line. It's a big melting pot, but my prayer in...
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EP 12. Tired & Tried
Hi everyone! In this episode, we discuss the benefits of sleep + rest, why it can be hard to rest, and the connection it has to our physical, spiritual, and mental health. If you've been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or pouring from an empty cup - this one's for you! As always, I did my best to...
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EP 11. Something New
Hi everyone - long time, no see! I can't explain how happy I am to be sitting behind the microphone again. In this episode, I reintroduce myself and lay a foundation for the mission of Honesty Hour moving forward. Hope you are as excited as I am for this new journey! To connect and stay up to…
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EP 10. Cash App Man & Other Epiphanies
Hi everyone! After quite a long (kind of unintentional) hiatus, I am back--armed with a load of random thoughts on lament, sadness, church hurt, and how to view people in this quite polarizing time, as well as a slightly embarrassing adulting story (i am ashamed haha). This episode is kind of a…
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EP 9. Mythbusters, The Episode on Boundaries with Jordan Petteys
Hi everyone! In this week's episode I am joined by my awesome friend Jordan Petteys! Jordan has really taught me a ton in the the last few months on the importance of boundaries, so I felt like she was the perfect person to help me bust some myths on the topic. If you've ever thought that...
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EP 8. Triggered, the Field Guide
Hey everyone! In this week's episode, we are talking ALL ABOUT being triggered. I feel like in this world today there's plenty of triggered to go around and then some, ESPECIALLY with social media, which allows everyone and their mother broadcast their opinion out to the world! Recently, I've…
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EP 7. Hand Hygiene and Rona Romance? with Elena Sanchez
Hey everyone! In this week's episode, I am joined with my bestie Elena Sanchez. This has been a long time coming, so I'm really excited we were able to get our stuff together and finally record! Whoo hoo! I start this episode off with a life update, spilling the tea on the history of handwashing...
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EP 6. #LoveYourNeighbor with Cecilia Boateng + July 4th Thoughts
Hey everyone! In this week’s episode, I explain why I’m not celebrating the Fourth this year & have a super fun and informative conversation with my friend Cecilia. She shares her point of view as a Ghanaian as relating to current events and sheds a light on the African community’s perspective on...
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EP 5. #LoveYourNeighbor with Yours Truly
Hi everyone! This week's episode is solo, so get ready for lots of unfiltered thoughts from yours truly. I discuss the importance of history in the fight to love our neighbors better, share some interesting tidbits, get a little personal, and wrap it up with some encouragement and practical…
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EP 4. #LoveYourNeighbor with Emily Budine
Hi everyone! In this episode, I sit down and talk with my awesome friend Ebu. One thing I've been thankful for in this season is being able to have honest conversation with my white friends about race how that plays into what is going on in America at the moment. It was great hearing Ebu's...
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EP 3. #LoveYourNeighbor with Rayon Graham
Hi, everyone! For the first official episode of the #LoveYourNeighbor series, I had the privilege of sitting down with my new friend Rayon Graham. In this episode, we get real about what it's like being black in America and what we can do to bridge the racial gap as individuals, as a church, and…
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EP 2. Social Justice is on Jesus's Agenda and Here's Why
Hi friends! In the light of recent events, my sister and I dive straight into some touchy topics such as racism, the church, and how we can do better as a nation and a people--also, I make an exciting announcement at the end. I hope ya'll enjoy! Let's be the visionaries of tomorrow, love people...
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EP 1. Introductions & My Thoughts on Perfectionism
Hi everyone, i'm Stella Louis. i'm so excited to start this new adventure! In this first episode i introduce myself, give an idea of what this podcast will be about, and share my thoughts and struggles with perfectionism. The audio may be a little funky a times, so bear with me as i am learning....
About this show
In this podcast, we explore faith, culture, wellness, and life's nuances in all of their messiness and glory. Sometimes it's just me, and sometimes I'm joined by people I really admire, so buckle up, get ready, and press play! Here's an unapologetically honest look at life with me, Stella Louis — the good, the bad, and everything in between. Follow this podcast on instagram for the newest updates at the @honestyhrpodcast
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