Say Yes To You

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with a former photography client turned friend, Amanda Morgan Keefe. What began as a conversation focused on “breadcrumbing” and “boundaries” quickly unfolded into something much deeper.Amanda is a survivor of Stage 2 Triple Negative Breast Cancer, a woman currently navigating divorce, and a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in CBT, EMDR, and sex therapy. Together, we dive into her cancer journey, the realities of starting over, what breadcrumbing actually looks like, how to set and honor boundaries, and what it truly means to cultivate a healthy relationship—not just with others, but first, with yourself.This episode is a grounding, heartfelt reminder that even through life’s highest highs and lowest lows, you can always find your way back to your true self and rise stronger than before.Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandamorgankeefe, and me @justangmarie.And as always, sip along on your favorite beverage, or... with my (half) decent autumn marg: tequila, triple sec, apple cider (or juice), maple syrup, lime juice, and a brown sugar cinnamon rim.Cheers, and happy holidays!

Today’s spill is a throwback to an episode that I recorded around this time last year for my old podcast, Say Yes To You. In this episode, you’ll hear the tips, tricks, and self-care habits that I was leaning on to help me fight the fall and winter blues. From refreshing my space, to getting out of my routine, leaning on my therapist and friends, and creating little moments of comfort - all around the time when the days got darker and colder. Pour yourself a warm cup or a cozy cocktail and listen in for the simple things that can help to keep you going when the temps drop and your mood drops with them. Follow @justangmarie for more behind-the-scenes updates.

Today over a glass of Apothic Cab Sav, we are doing an audio styled Get Ready With Me — late-20s edition. While I get myself ready for my Thursday night, I’m diving into the beautifully messy mix of dating, grief, growth, and everything this season of life has been throwing at me.I unpack how your dating standards can shift in your late 20s, the patterns I've been consciously trying to break, what grief teaches us about connection, and how mental health shapes the way we move throughout life.I talk about boundaries, intuition vs. anxiety, career pivots, personal evolution, and moments that remind us that we’re all just figuring it out, one day at a time.Pour a cup or a glass of your favorite weekend beverage, and get ready with me as I uncover what the current version of me is finally ready to receive — in life, in love, and in myself.Special shout outs to...Poplin — Sponsor me one day? The best door-to-door laundry service that picks up, washes, folds and returns your clothes. My life saver!And today's sip: Apothic Wine — A bold California-made wine brand known for smooth, layered red blends and fresh varietals.Follow ⁠⁠@justangmarie⁠⁠ on Instagram or more Sips & Spills updates and behind-the-scenes moments. Cheers!

Welcome to the very first episode of Sips & Spills! I’m so excited to finally share what this new chapter is all about, and how it all started with a literal (and emotional) spill.In this short but sweet intro episode, I’m opening up about why I stepped away from my old podcast Say Yes to You, what pulled me back to the mic, and how a night of espresso martinis and a little wake-up call sparked this rebrand. It’s honest, a little messy... but a great fresh start nonetheless.Going forward, my solo episodes will be a “spill” — just me, my mic, and some real talk about the messy, beautiful, in-between moments of life.My guest episodes will be a “sip” — conversations over coffee or cocktails with friends, creatives, and people with stories worth sharing. We’ll also be playing a little truth or drink game — where my guests can either spill the tea when I ask a tough question, or take a sip of whatever they’re drinking.New episodes will drop every Friday! So pour yourself something good, press play, and start your weekend off right.Follow me on Instagram @justangmarie to stay in the loop for new episodes and all the behind-the-scenes moments.And if you want to dive deeper into one of the books that inspired this new chapter, check out Zen and the Art of Happiness by Chris Prentiss.

This week on Sips & Spills, we’re revisiting a conversation I recorded back in 2020 with Syd Rabin (formerly Sydni Arnett), now a Barry’s Philly Principal Instructor, and Marina Gearhart, now an Eating Disorder and Trauma Therapist (LMHC, R-DMT) with ⁠@flourishtherapycenter⁠.Back when we recorded, Syd was a Philadelphia fitness trainer and Marina was a mental health counseling grad student. Both were passionate about moving for wellness, strength, mindfulness, and body confidence — and that passion has clearly carried into their incredible work today!We dive deep into the power of language in fitness spaces, how certain phrases can unintentionally reinforce body shame, and how trainers can shift their words to encourage confidence, self-acceptance, and strength.We also talk about:What the fitness scene looked like during quarantine (hello, 2020 energy)How social media impacts body image and mental healthHow clients can advocate for themselves when fitness spaces don’t feel body-positiveIt’s one of those conversations that reminds you how much words matter — especially when it comes to movement, self-image, and healing.Follow Syd ⁠@sydniarnett⁠ and Marina ⁠@marinagearharttherapy⁠ to keep up with the incredible work they’re doing now. And come hang out with me ⁠@justangmarie⁠ for more Sips & Spills moments!

This week on Sips & Spills, I’m joined by my Philly friend and fellow podcaster Sam! You might know her as @raisingserotonin. We have a candid, unfiltered chat about mental health, self-love, and the messy (but beautiful) process of growing 1% better every day.Sam is currently in school for mental health counseling and uses her platform to remind us that we’re all human, and that growth doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. In this episode, we talk about what it really means to raise your serotonin, Sam’s past struggles with an eating disorder, and how she’s learned to weave self-care into her everyday life.We also spill on our favorite mental health creators to follow, the highs and lows of being online, and how to keep showing up for yourself, even when life feels heavy.Follow Sam on Instagram @raisingserotonin and check out her podcast too! And don’t forget to follow @justangmarie for more Sips & Spills moments.

This week on Sips & Spills, I’m sitting down with Jenna Stern @thephilasophy_ , a Philadelphia-based certified trainer and nutrition coach who’s all about helping women lift, fuel, and thrive... without falling into the trap of toxic diet culture.Jenna’s mission is simple: ditch the diets, honor your body, and find joy in movement and food again. We chat about everything from Weight Watchers and Atkins to Shakeology, the diet “plans” so many of us have tried, and how Jenna broke free from over-exercising, meal-prepping her life away, and the binge-and-restrict cycle.We also get real about social media and how the content we consume shapes how we see our bodies, food, and fitness, especially when New Year rolls around. Jenna shares her refreshing perspective on health at every size, why all foods fit, and how to reconnect with your body’s cues instead of rules.Follow Jenna on Instagram @thephilasophy_ and connect with me @justangmarie — we’d love to hear your takeaways!

In today's episode I am joined by Rosie Battimelli, a holistic wellbeing practitioner and transformational coach based in London. Rosie’s work centers on 1:1 mentoring, movement, breathwork, and (of course) meditation.We get into the beauty of stillness and how our “always on” culture has made us forget what it means to just be. Rosie shares how rest isn't something to feel guilty about, and how reconnecting with the present moment can bring us back home to ourselves.If you’ve ever felt caught in the cycle of constant doing or struggled to slow down, this episode will be the deep exhale you need. We talk about meditation, movement, and simple ways to bring more peace into your daily life. Follow Rosie on Instagram @rosiebattimelli and explore her work at rosiebattimelli.com.Follow me on Instagram ⁠@justangmarie⁠ for more Sips & Spills updates and behind-the-scenes moments!

Throwback time! In today’s episode, I’m joined by one of my favorite people and newly published author, Meg Helene, to talk about her beautiful book These Words Are For Me, Not You — and the real-life stories that inspired it.Meg and I first met sipping on drinks and surviving service industry chaos, but our friendship grew through so much more. Meg talks about mental health struggles, coming out, family tension, and learning what it really means to choose yourself, even when it’s messy.From healing, to finding your voice, and showing up as your truest self — Meg is all about no filters and no apologies.Follow Meg on Instagram @meghelene_ and grab her book These Words Are For Me, Not You on Amazon HERE.Follow me on Instagram @justangmarie for more Sips & Spills updates and behind-the-scenes moments!

Throwback time! In today’s episode, I’m spilling all the tea on my fitness journey — from my 2013 blog, Believe and Achieve, to my 2017 Instagram, Fitness by Ang. This episode is a light throwback from my old podcast, Say Yes To You. Whether you’re an OG listener or new to the show, you’ll get a peek into who I am and where it all began. Sit back, pour yourself something nice, and enjoy!

Flashback to the 2024 holiday season. With the holidays always comes all of the excitement, traditions, and… let’s be real, a little food anxiety. Or anxiety in general, on all fronts.In this week’s Sips & Spills, I’m getting honest about my own relationship with food, movement, and guilt — especially around this time of year. From asking for a “healthy” Easter basket (yep, that happened) to unlearning old food rules, I’m sharing how I’ve been shifting toward more intuitive eating and finding the joy in unforced movement.We’ll chat about how to take the pressure off your plate, and why exercise should be about feeling good, and not punishing yourself for what you ate. Pour yourself something cozy (no guilt required), and let’s sip, spill, and find a little more peace around food this holiday season.Follow me on Instagram ⁠@justangmarie⁠ for more Sips & Spills updates and behind-the-scenes moments!