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Messy on Purpose
by Fylisha Kruse
Messy on Purpose is where we talk about the parts no one posts—the real, uncomfortable moments that actually shape who we are.Hosted by Fylisha, with Lee joining as producer and co-host, Messy on Purpose is a mix of raw co-host conversations, guest interviews, and global perspectives. This podcast is about ownership, awareness, and choosing growth without pretending life is perfect.We all have a mess. What matters is how we face it.Let’s be messy. Let’s be real. Let’s grow—on purpose.
Episodes
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The Weekly WTF #18: 🚘 Forty Open Spaces and You Picked Mine
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about one of the most irritating parking lot mysteries of all time. You park far away on purpose. No cars around you. Plenty of open spaces. A peaceful little corner of the parking lot. Then you come back… and somehow, someone parked...
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#103: 🤩 The Opportunities Are Already There
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee catch up on some big life updates, new ventures, and the doors opening in their lives right now. Lee talks about his film ventures, the projects he has in the works, and his decision to keep pushing forward toward what he knows is his true...
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The Weekly WTF #17: 🙄 “Must Be Nice” Is Not a Compliment
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about one of the most backhanded phrases people love to throw around: “must be nice.” Because let’s be honest… in almost no context does “must be nice” actually come off well. Someone builds a business?“Must be nice.” Someone improves...
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#102: 😵💫 “I’m Fine” Is Usually a Lie
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about one of the most common lies we tell ourselves and everyone around us: “I’m fine.” Sometimes we say it because we don’t want to inconvenience someone. Sometimes we say it because we don’t want to upset anyone, start a hard…
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The Weekly WTF #16: 🤔 Is Every Moment Content Now?
This week on The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about the need to film everything.Every meal.Every workout.Every concert.Every vacation.Every “candid” moment that somehow took seven tries.At some point, you have to ask… are we enjoying life, or are we just collecting footage to prove we...
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#101: 🚫 Stop Making It Your Whole Personality
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about how easily people can turn one part of their life into their entire personality—whether it’s a political party, sports team, religion, job, lifestyle, or group they belong to.They discuss why people do this, how identity can get...
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The Weekly WTF #15: 💁Tipping Has Gotten Out of Control
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about tipping culture and how it has officially gotten out of hand. At some point, tipping went from showing appreciation for good service to being asked for 20%, 25%, or 30% before anything even happens. You grab a coffee. Tip…
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#100: 😉 Life Changes, People Change, Don’t Wait to Reach Out
In the 100th episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about life changes, busy seasons, and the relationships we sometimes let slip because we assume there will always be more time. Life moves fast. People get busy. Priorities shift. And sometimes we think about reaching out to someone,...
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The Weekly WTF #14: 📲 Why Are We Making Communication So Hard?
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about one of the most unnecessary daily struggles: people choosing the wrong form of communication. Some phone calls absolutely should have been a text. A quick question, a simple update, a yes-or-no answer — we do not need to turn…
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#99: 😈 Fight Your Inner Bitch Voice
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about fighting your inner bitch voice—the weak voice that wants to make excuses, play the victim, and convince you that every hard season means you’re failing. They dive into how bad seasons are often lessons, not signs that you’re on the...
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The Weekly WTF #13: 😤 Why Are You Grunting With Baby Weights?
This week on The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are calling out one of the most annoying gym behaviors: obnoxious grunting over absolutely nothing. You know the person. Every rep has a soundtrack. Every set needs an audience. Every lift sounds like a life-or-death situation. And then you look over…...
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#98: 🛑 Quit What’s Keeping You Stuck
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about knowing when it’s time to call it quits—not just in relationships, but with hobbies, jobs, habits, routines, and anything else that may no longer fit the life you’re trying to build. They discuss how letting go doesn’t always mean...
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The Weekly WTF #12: 🥺 The Cinnamon Roll We Couldn’t Get
This week on The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about FOMO marketing, limited availability, and the cinnamon rolls Lee has been trying to get his hands on. Because nothing makes people want something more than being told they might not be able to have it. Limited spots. Sold-out drops....
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#97: 💌 Why Some Relationships Are Worth Fighting For
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into relationships and what really makes some worth fighting for while others are easier to walk away from. They talk about the foundation of strong relationships: communication, trust, empathy, and understanding. Whether it’s romantic...
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The Weekly WTF #11: 🫨 Your Insecurity Is Showing
This week on The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about people who give strangers dirty looks for absolutely no reason. You know the look. The judgment. The stare-down. The random attitude from someone you have never met in your life. And most of the time, it has nothing to do with you. It...
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#96: ❤️🩹 Take Care of Yourself Before Life Forces You To
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about the importance of making time to take care of yourself before life makes the decision for you. They dive into why exercise, eating right, self-growth, and daily habits are not just things you do when life is easy—they are the...
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The Weekly WTF #10: 🙈 Trust Nothing, Verify Everything
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about scammers — because they are not just sketchy emails from a prince overseas anymore. Scammers come in every form now. Phone calls, texts, emails, fake websites, social media messages, job offers, bank alerts, delivery notices,...
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#95: 😓 If You Can’t Talk About It, It’s a Problem
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about the importance of having hard conversations and why avoiding them can slowly damage the relationships that matter most. Hard conversations are not just necessary in romantic relationships. They matter in friendships, family dynamics,...
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The Weekly WTF #9: 🍔 Is Food Delivery Even Worth It Anymore?
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about food delivery services and asking the real question: is it even worth it anymore? Cold food. Smashed bags. Missing items. Wild fees. Random delays. And let’s not forget the part nobody wants to think about — your food riding...
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#94: 🏋️♀️ Building Confidence Through Fitness with Linzie Lea
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee sit down with Linzie Lea, a fitness trainer who helps women ages 35–55 become the healthiest, strongest, and most confident versions of themselves. Linzie shares her personal journey, how her own transformation led her to helping other women…
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The Weekly WTF #8: 🗣️ “K” Is Not Communication
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about the communication differences between men and women — starting with the most dangerous one-letter text in a relationship: “K.” Because let’s be honest… after a heated conversation, “K” can mean a lot of things. It can mean…
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#93: 🇺🇸 Born Free and Still Complaining, Stop Taking America for Granted
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee celebrate the 250th Fourth of July with a conversation about gratitude, freedom, and what it really means to be proud to be American. They talk about how easy it can be to take this country for granted when you’ve been blessed to live here…
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The Weekly WTF #7: 📱 Why Is Everything a Subscription Now?
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about the subscription chaos that has officially gotten out of control. It starts with streaming services somehow making it impossible to watch one show without needing three different apps, a password reset, and a mild emotional...
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#92: 🎞️ Film, AI & the Future of Creativity with Anthony Giovanni Elias
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee sit down again with their friend Anthony Giovanni Elias for another round of film industry talk, creative chaos, and real conversation. Anthony shares the exciting film ventures he has coming up, while he and Lee dive into their collaborations,...
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The Weekly WTF #6: 🙏🏼 Move Over, Other People Exist
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about taking up space — because yes, you’re allowed to exist, but no, that does not mean you get to block everyone else from existing too. It starts with people standing in the middle of walkways like they’re the final boss of the...
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#91: 🍕 Food, Fear & Finding Your Own Happiness
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into Lee’s new food series he’s working on with his chef friend—trying new places, finding the best dishes, and recreating them with their own spin. But, as always, the conversation goes deeper than food. Fylisha and Lee also talk about...
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The Weekly WTF #5: 👶 Is Making Your Child Obese Child Abuse?
This week on The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are going there. Is making your child obese a form of child abuse? It’s a harsh question, but it’s one worth asking when kids are being set up for preventable health struggles because the adults in their lives refuse to take responsibility. This…
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#90: 💖 Fake Confidence vs. Real Confidence
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into the difference between fake confidence and real confidence—and why the two can look very similar from the outside. They talk about how some people show up bold, loud, and untouchable online, but are completely different in person. Is…
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The Weekly WTF #4: 🍌 Sometimes You Just Have to Be the Banana
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha shows up dressed as a banana — because honestly, why not? Life is heavy enough. The world is serious enough. And sometimes the best thing you can do is laugh at yourself, find the humor in the chaos, and stop taking every little thing so personally. This...
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#89: 🎥 Film, Feeling & Finding Your Creative Purpose
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha sits down with Lee for a deeper conversation about one of his biggest passions: film. Lee opens up about where his love for film started, what storytelling means to him, and how his journey in the film industry has shaped the way he sees creativity,...
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The Weekly WTF #3: 🛒 Put Your Cart Back, You Animal
This week on The Weekly WTF, we’re talking about something simple: being a decent person. Put your cart back. Put things back where they go. Clean up after yourself. Don’t leave your mess for someone else to deal with just because you don’t feel like taking an extra 15 seconds to do the right...
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#88: 🥳 When the Party Ends… Or Does It?
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into the idea of what happens when “the party” ends… or whether it actually ends at all. What does it mean when people say the party is over? Does that mean growing up? Slowing down? Changing priorities? Or does the party simply turn into...
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The Weekly WTF #2: 💥 Put the Phone Down Before You Ruin Someone’s Life
Las Vegas traffic is already wild… but distracted driving is taking it to another level. This week on The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are calling out the crazy accidents, reckless drivers, and people who cannot seem to put their phones down behind the wheel. And let’s be real — being on your…
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#87: 🙏🏼 From “Why Me?” to “What Can I Learn?”
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about the mindset shift that can completely change how you experience life: Going from “Why me?” to “What can I learn from this?” They dive into why even the darkest, hardest seasons can carry lessons—if we’re willing to stop, look inward,...
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The Weekly WTF #1: 📱 Stop Posting Your Private Life for Public Opinions
On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee dive into the messy side of social media — unnecessary comments, oversharing, and the way people invite public opinions into private situations. From people saying things that should have stayed in their head to posts that probably belonged in a...
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#86: 📖 A Mother’s Story Worth Remembering with David Montalvo
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee sit down with David Monhtalvo, author of Shabbat in Chicago, a heartfelt book written to honor his incredible mother and preserve her story for generations to come. David shares the inspiration behind the book, the life and strength of his…
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#85: 🎬 Hollywood Demons, UFC Fights & The Chaos Behind Fame
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into the wild, dark, and unsettling side of Hollywood after Fylisha watched Hollywood Demons. They talk about the craziness behind fame, the strange stories that come out of the entertainment industry, and how the spotlight isn’t always as...
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#84: 🦠 Here We Go Again? Fear, Freedom & Thinking for Yourself
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee discuss the recent talk around a new cruise ship virus and the bigger question it brings up: Are we headed toward another “here we go again” moment, or have people learned to pause, think, and question what they’re being told? This conversation...
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#83: 😫 Your Feelings Are Valid—But They’re Still Yours to Manage
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into emotional responsibility and the hard truth that people can’t always know what we’re feeling unless we communicate it. They talk about how two people can experience the same situation completely differently—and how what feels hurtful,...
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#82: 🥩 Travel, Food Hacks & Getting Back on Track
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee are back after a couple weeks away from recording for a casual catch-up conversation. They talk about recent travels, getting back into routine, food hacks, Costco finds, and simple ways to fuel your body without making health feel complicated....
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#81: 📆 Busy Isn’t the Same as Productive
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into a truth that hits hard: 👉 just because you’re busy doesn’t mean you’re productive. A full calendar, nonstop tasks, and constantly being “on” can feel like progress… but is it actually moving you forward? They break down the…
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#80: 🌎 The World Doesn’t Owe You Anything
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee get real about a hard truth that many people avoid: 👉 no one owes you anything. It doesn’t matter what you’ve been through. It doesn’t matter how hard you’ve worked. It doesn’t matter how unfair life has felt. The world is not going to hand…
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#79: 🙊 Closure Doesn’t Always Come with a Conversation
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into the idea of closure — what it really means, what it doesn’t, and why it looks different for every person and every situation. Sometimes people think closure has to be a long conversation, an apology, or a perfectly tied-up ending. But...
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#78: 🏋 Fitness Isn’t Complicated — We Just Made It That Way
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee break down one of the biggest problems in fitness: 👉 people overcomplicate it. From endless workout splits to “secret” formulas, trendy diets, and complicated routines, the fitness world often makes simple things feel impossible. But the…
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#77: 📲 WHY ARE WE IN THIS MEETING?!
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into the tiny everyday annoyances that somehow send us over the edge. What starts as a conversation around everyday business annoyances quickly turns into a deeper discussion about communication, efficiency, and the messy reality of…
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#73: ⚙️ Your Life Needs Systems (Not More Hustle) with Michelle MacNeil
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha sits down again with Michelle MacNeil to talk about something that can completely transform your life—systems. Not just in business… but in your everyday life. Michelle shares how she built her business around helping others become more efficient, less...
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#76: 😅 The Awkwardness We Never Talk About
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into one of those weirdly universal things we all experience but rarely talk about: 👉 why does it feel so awkward to just… stand there? Whether it’s being in an elevator, standing in a group of people, waiting in line, or sitting in...
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#75: 👌 Credibility Isn’t Perfection — It’s Honesty w/ Mitchell Levy
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha sits down with Mitchell Levy — Global Credibility Expert, 2x TEDx speaker, bestselling author of over 60 books, executive coach, and one of the world’s top leadership voices. After interviewing more than 500 leaders worldwide and building 20 businesses...
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#74: 🙊 That’s Crazy… But What Do You Actually Mean?
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee dive into something we all do—but rarely think about: 👉 Saying things we don’t fully mean… and understanding what’s actually being said underneath. From phrases like “that’s crazy” to “we should keep in touch,” they unpack the hidden meanings...
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#72: ❤️🩹 Healing Your Body, Protecting Your Peace with Lisa Latimer
In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee sit down again with Lisa Latimer for a deeper, more personal conversation around body image, healing, and protecting your peace. Lisa and Fylisha open up about their experiences with body dysmorphia, eating disorders, and the complicated...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Messy on Purpose is where we talk about the parts no one posts—the real, uncomfortable moments that actually shape who we are.Hosted by Fylisha, with Lee joining as producer and co-host, Messy on Purpose is a mix of raw co-host conversations, guest interviews, and global perspectives. This podcast is about ownership, awareness, and choosing growth without pretending life is perfect.We all have a mess. What matters is how we face it.Let’s be messy. Let’s be real. Let’s grow—on purpose.
HOSTED BY
Fylisha Kruse
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