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Unapologetically Me
by Heather Blankenship
Join Heather Blankenship, mom, wife, daughter, business owner — as she shares conversations with other women who are building themselves in all areas of their life and living their lives unapologetically.
Episodes
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The Beauty Standards Keeping Women Exhausted (No One Talks About This) | Ep 64
This episode came from realizing that something I called “self-care” was actually costing me more than I wanted to admit. I’ve spent years talking about living unapologetically - building businesses, raising kids, and helping women step into confidence. But I hadn’t fully questioned the...
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How These Women Built Wealth Without Chasing Big Deals | Ep 63
This episode was inspired by a pattern I see all the time. Women come into my community thinking they’re behind… thinking they need a massive deal or a perfect strategy to get started. So I invited the coaches from The Society of Entrepreneurial Women to share their real stories - not the…
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The Hidden Cost of Caring for a Special Needs Child | Ep 62 Dr Stephanie
🎙 Raising a child with autism can feel overwhelming, isolating, and full of unknowns. What happens when the support you need doesn’t exist? Dr. Stephanie B shares her journey of building a clinic for her daughter, navigating the challenges of parenting, and finding herself along the way. From...
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How She Turned a Single Coffee Truck Into a Multi-State Franchise | Ep 61 Destiny Rowell
What do you do when everyone says your idea won’t work… and the market you’re choosing seems like a “waste of time”? Most people back down. Destiny Rowell didn’t. In today’s episode, we get into how she went from a single coffee truck to a multi-state franchise, even though she didn’t start with...
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Why Your Rental Isn’t Making Money & How Co-Living Strategy Can Triple It |Ep 60 Christiane Silveira
Think big city rentals are too expensive or impossible to cash flow? Think again. Co-living is quietly changing the game for real estate investors, letting them maximize income from homes that might otherwise sit empty. In this episode, we break down the strategy that takes a standard…
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How Co-Hosting Became the Most Scalable STR Strategy | Ep 59 Beth Kolk
There’s a moment in every entrepreneur’s journey when you realize the strategy you started with can’t take you where you want to go. In this episode, Beth Kolk opens up about that exact turning point. As rental arbitrage became harder to profit from, she and her husband recognized the shift early...
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Why More Rental Units Don't Mean More Freedom | Ep 58 Amberly Grant
What does “enough” actually mean, and why do so many high achievers feel like they never reach it? In this episode, I sit down with Amberly Grant - real estate investor, FIRE expert, and financial independence strategist - for an honest conversation about the pressure to always do more. We talk...
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How to Use Your 9–5 Job to Fund Your Real Estate Investing Portfolio | Ep 57 Sarah King
Not everyone wants to quit their job. And honestly? That might be the smartest thing you can do. This week’s guest, Sarah King, is a genetic counselor, mom of two, and real estate investor who’s built serious wealth - without walking away from her career. She’s smart, steady, and totally over the...
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How to Flip 80+ Homes Remotely and Build a Real Estate Empire from Anywhere | Ep 56 Dominique Gunderson
Straight out of high school and already flipping houses. No degree, no plan - just figuring it out one deal at a time. What started as one flip turned into eighty. Dominique Gunderson built her real estate business completely remotely, managing teams in another state, working with contractors…
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How a Former Miss Nevada Built Multiple 7-Figure Companies| Ep 55 Lisa Song Sutton
When you hear “Miss Nevada,” you probably think crowns and cameras - not an attorney, entrepreneur, and venture capitalist running multiple companies. But that’s exactly who Lisa Song Sutton is. In this episode, Heather Blankenship sits down with Lisa to talk about how a law career and a batch of...
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How to Make $50k a Year with Airbnb Arbitrage | Ep 54 Zeona McIntyre
What if you could make fifty thousand dollars in real estate… without even owning a property? In this episode, Heather Blankenship sits down with Zeona McIntyre, a real estate investor, author, and midterm rental expert who built her freedom by doing things differently. Zeona started out renting...
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Kathy Fettke Answers: Is NOW the Time to Buy Real Estate? | Ep 53
What if one moment shattered everything you thought your life would be? For Kathy Fettke, that moment came when her husband was suddenly diagnosed with melanoma - and doctors told them he might only have six months to live. Two little kids. A mortgage they could barely keep up with. No plan B.…
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4 Multimillionaire Women Have a Tea Party | Ep 52 Carolina, Jessica & Christie
I still can’t believe we pulled this off. Twenty-five women gathered at my house for a tea party that turned into so much more than food and flowers. We had homemade dips, Red Lobster-style cheddar biscuits, Trader Joe’s blooms, and all the laughter that happens when women who love business and...
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Mortgage Notes Explained: The Hidden Real Estate Strategy Nobody Knows About | Ep 50 Candace Horne
What if the key to financial freedom wasn’t rentals or flips, but a strategy almost no one talks about? That’s exactly what Candace Horne discovered. After her divorce, she rebuilt her life as a licensed therapist and mom, but she wanted more than just stability. She wanted freedom and…
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Why You SHOULD Work 100+ Hours Per Week | Ep 49 Herry Cordoba
In her fifties, Herry Cordoba reinvented her life - losing 40+ pounds, scaling an Airbnb business, and dreaming up a women’s wellness retreat. In this episode from the Unapologetically Me Podcast, Herry shares how hitting rock bottom after a knee injury sparked a health transformation, how she…
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The Reality of Building a $120M Business: Burnout, Breakups, and Starting Over | Ep 48 Jen Ullrich
She built a $120 million real estate empire in just four years… and then realized it was destroying her. In this episode, I sit down with Jen Ullrich, a real estate entrepreneur who scaled RV and mobile home parks into a massive portfolio while secretly burning out from 100-hour weeks and 120…
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How to Become Financially Free with 2 Rental Properties | Ep 47 Olivia Tati
What would it take for you to walk away from a 6-figure career that everyone else thinks is “perfect”? For Olivia Tati, the answer came after years of burnout, $25K in credit card debt, and a realization that the life she was building wasn’t the life she wanted. In this episode, we sit down over...
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How a Skillet Cookie Built a Multi-Location Empire | Ep 46 Tiffany Frank
What happens when everyone tells you your business idea is crazy? For Tiffany Frank, it meant pushing forward anyway and proving everyone wrong. In a small town of just 37,000 people, she built Crave - a late-night dessert shop that turned into a thriving, multi-location business best known for…
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How She Turned Her Garden into a Thriving Business | Ep 45 Jen Reelitz
What if your backyard could pay your bills? That’s exactly what happened for Jen Reelitz. What started as a simple love for planting fruit trees turned into tours, plant sales, and eventually a full-time business that replaced her income in just six months. In this episode, Jen opens up about the...
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How to Start and Scale a Clothing Boutique (The REAL Way) | Ep 44 Amber Mooneyham
Heather Blankenship is catching up with her childhood bestie, Amber Mooneyham - and let’s just say, this convo has everything. We’re talking 13 years of running a women’s boutique (and the not-so-glamorous reality behind the “cute clothes all day” fantasy). Amber spills on slow season stress…
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How Getting Pregnant HELPS You Build a Business Empire | Ep 43 Lauren Loreto
Ever wonder how to build a brand, run a business, and be a present parent - all at once? In this episode, we’re cooking lunch and talking shop with Lauren, founder of Brand Good Time, a branding agency that helps disruptor brands stand out with bold, human-centered messaging. We dive into…
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How to Replace Your W2 Job with 2 Real Estate Investment Deals ~ Ep 42 Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh
Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh went from $500,000 in student loan debt and working 5 jobs… to retiring her husband with just two short-term rental properties. In this episode of The Unapologetically Me Podcast, she shares how she broke free from burnout, why she chose furnished rentals over flipping or...
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How to Turn an Identity Crisis into a 7-Figure Business ~ Ep 41 Kathryn Nash
What happens when the fitness coach with the dream body, dream business, and dream life… realizes she’s completely empty inside? Kathryn Nash built a wildly successful fitness brand, led a 14-person team, and coached women around the world. But behind the abs and accolades was a silent inner war....
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How to Build a 6-Figure Business with $0 on Ads ~ Ep 40 Shelby Clement
No One Cares About Your Product… and Shelby Clement is here to tell you why. In this episode of the Unapologetically Me Podcast, Heather sits down with marketing and branding expert Shelby Clement - a former corporate marketer who walked away from the oil & gas world and built a 6-figure social...
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How an Ex-NFL Cheerleader is Building a $100M Empire ~ Ep 39 Kelly Roach
She went from NFL cheerleader to Fortune 500 exec to building multiple companies - and did it all without compromising her faith. 🙏 In this episode, Kelly Roach shares how her corporate background shaped her leadership, why hiring for values matters more than résumés, and how she scaled a…
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How a Burnt Out Nurse Became a Full-Time Real Estate Investor ~ Ep 38 Emily Davis
If you’re trying to chase big dreams and keep tiny humans alive, this one’s for you. Emily Davis is a mom of two, former nurse, real estate investor, and all-around powerhouse who decided she was done waiting for the “right time” and started building a life on her terms. In this episode, we talk...
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Quitting a $70k/year job for Construction ~ Ep 37 Reauna Lopez
What does it really take to leave the safety of a 9-5 and build something of your own - without losing your mind or your marriage? In this episode of Unapologetically Me, Heather Blankenship sits down with Reauna Lopez - entrepreneur, real estate investor, and co-owner of Five Walnut Construction…
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From War Zones to Rental Homes: Jessica's Unbelievable Journey ~ EP 36
Today's guest was running a humanitarian mission in Iraq… raising two kids… and navigating life without reliable electricity. Then her husband had a near-death experience - and everything changed. Jessica Courtney didn’t plan to become a real estate investor. But one $63K townhome in Waco turned...
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Luxury Treehouse Expert: Building a $32M Business in 3 Years ~ EP 35
In this episode, Heather Blankenship talks with Tori Bolt, co-founder of Bolt Farm Treehouse, about building a luxury resort with her husband, navigating setbacks, and balancing business with family life. Tori shares how a failed $250K project became a turning point, the power of pivoting during...
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How to Go From Real Estate Agent to Investor | Ingryd Hernandez ~ EP 34
In this episode, Heather Blankenship chats with Ingryd Hernandez - real estate investor, entrepreneur, and proud go-giver. Ingryd shares how she left a high-paying corporate job, built her business through the PACE Community, and balances life, deals, and family alongside her husband. They dive...
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The Untold Side of Raising Money: An SEC Attorney Calls Out the Gurus ~ EP 33
Olympian. Mom. SEC attorney. Yeah… LaVonne’s kind of a legend. In this episode, we catch up with LaVonne about what it really looks like to juggle a serious legal career, raise kids, and still make time for real estate and giving back. She drops some major truth bombs on: – What actually gets...
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Real Redevelopment Expert: How to Turn a Single Family Home into 4 Townhouses ~ EP 32
Get ready for an inspiring and laugh-out-loud episode of the Unapologetically Me Podcast! Heather Blankenship reconnects with her long-time friend, the powerhouse developer Katie Neason. They take you back to their unforgettable (and slightly chaotic) first encounter at Brandon Turner's…
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Pace Morby's Wife Reveals It All.... ~ EP 31
In this episode, Heather Blankenship sits down with Laura Morby - wife of investor Pace Morby - to talk about carving out your own identity when you're constantly seen as someone else’s “plus one.” Laura opens up about the identity shifts that come with motherhood, and the pressure to live up to...
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Branding Expert: Your Airbnb Should Have a Marriott Experience! ~ Ep 30
🎙️ From Fashion PR to Real Estate: Reinventing Yourself, One Bold Move at a Time In this episode, branding expert and short-term rental investor Katie Cline shares how she went from the fashion world to global hotel PR to launching boutique vacation rentals - and now, to working at Airbnb. Katie...
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Assisted Living Expert: Real Estate Investing Hidden Gem?! ~ Ep 29
In this episode, Heather Blankenship sits down with Isabel Guarino to chat about life, business, and the crazy journey of turning a family-run business into something epic. Isabel went from being a flight attendant to running a successful senior living business with her dad - and she’s got some...
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Serial Entrepreneur: Podcaster, Real Estate Investor, Speaker, Mom! ~ Ep 28
In this episode of the Unapologetically Me Podcast, Heather chats with Kacia Ghetmiri, mom, podcast host, and entrepreneur. Kacia shares her journey from corporate life at Google to building a 4,000-person MLM team, launching her own podcast (Empower Her), and navigating motherhood while…
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Luxury Airbnb Experts: They're Selling it All?! ~ Ep 27
In this episode of the Unapologetically Me Podcast, Heather chats with Sarah and Emily, best friends turned business partners, also known as "The Karwells." They share their journey from childhood friends to entrepreneurs, navigating everything from college and marriage to launching a business...
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Gold & Silver Expert: What Wall Street Doesn’t Want You to Know | Lynette Zhang ~ Ep 26
On today's episode, we have the incredible Lynette Zang, a true trailblazer in the world of finance. At 70 years old, Lynette has seen it all - from navigating the stock market to investing in gold and learning the ins and outs of commodities. She built her wealth and knowledge in a time when…
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THE SECRETS ON HOW TO BE A PRIVATE MONEY LENDER ~ Episode 25
In this episode, Heather discusses private money lending with expert Beth Pinkley Johnson. Beth explains the importance of understanding investment structures, keeping loan-to-value ratios low, and ensuring borrowers have a personal stake to reduce risks. She debunks social media myths about easy...
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THE TRUTH ABOUT BEING A PREACHER'S WIFE AND ENTREPRENEUR ~Episode 24
In this episode, Heather meets with Emily, a multitasking mom, preacher's wife, and social media entrepreneur focused on short-term rentals. They dive into Emily's journey into social media and the initial discomfort of being on camera, offering advice to persist through the discomfort to…
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THE REAL ESTATE INVESTOR WHO SUMMITED KILIMANJARO ~ Episode 23
In this episode, Heather meets with Sarah Weaver, a dynamic individual who juggles a bustling career, frequent travels, and a commitment to health and wellness. Sarah shares her personal journey of transforming her lifestyle and prioritizing her health, even amid back-to-back events and nomadic...
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HOW TO USE SUBTO FOR VEHICLES ~ Episode 22
In this episode, Heather welcomes Carly Grundmann, a subto real estate expert. Carly shares her journey into creative real estate investing, focusing on acquiring RVs through subto deals. They discuss the process of taking over payments, building trust with sellers, and vetting buyers. Carly...
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RAISING MILLIONS OF DOLLARS WHILE BEING AN OLDER MOM ~ Episode 21
Heather begins by announcing that moving forward, Channon will no longer be the co-host of the Unapologetically Me Podcast. This was no dramatic split, just a different vision of goals at this point in their lives. In this episode, Heather meets with real estate investor, Amy Mahjoory. From…
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TURNING AN ABANDONED CAMPGROUND INTO A MULTI MILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS ~ Episode 20
In this episode, Heather and Channon meet with Heather M, who shares her entrepreneurial journey. Heather M shares her switch from the auto part business to real estate, recently purchasing an abandoned campground with partners. She emphasizes the importance of clear communication and defined...
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HOW SHE WENT FROM PRO-BODYBUILDER TO SELF STORAGE EXPERT ~ Episode 19
In this episode, Bree shares her remarkable journey from being a gym owner to venturing into the world of self-storage facilities. With honesty, she reflects on the challenges she faced, including signing away personal assets for loans and navigating through tough times. Despite moments of doubt...
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OUR MOMS REVEAL OUR CHILDHOOD STORIES ~ Episode 18
In this episode, Heather and Channon bring their moms onto the podcast to dive deep into the trenches of raising them. From the highs of perfection to the lows of struggles and downright difficult phases, nothing is off-limits. Throughout the conversation, the moms aren't holding back. They're...
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THE UNTOLD SECRETS OF CHANNON ROSE ~ Episode 17
In this episode, Heather interviews Channon to learn more about her life. Channon shares her journey from her past life as a former adult industry worker to the life she has built today. She discusses the challenges she faced, including finding a job, pursuing nursing school, and ultimately...
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SHE STARTED A MULTIMILLION DOLLAR MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN TRINIDAD! ~ Episode 16
In this episode, Heather and Channon meet with Dominique, a successful business owner who migrated from Trinidad. Dominique shares her inspiring journey into entrepreneurship, navigating the challenges of building successful businesses alongside her husband Kenny. From the unique niche of...
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AIRBNB BURGLARY, CHRISTMAS EVE HOSPITAL VISIT, AND MORE DRAMA! ~ Episode 15
In this episode, Heather and Channon cover an array of topics. From the challenges of pregnancy and weight gain to the ins and outs of real estate investments The conversation takes a surprising turn to the world of Doomsday bunkers, sparking a mix of curiosity and humor. The conversation…
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DONUT TRUCK OWNER, FRANCHISE MATCHMACKER, AND MOM OF 2 ~ Episode 14
In this episode, Heather and Channon talk to Chrystal, a franchise consultant. Chrystal shares her approach to helping people find the right franchise, steering clear of big fast-food options. Instead, she suggests unique concepts that match personal tastes. Drawing from her own experiences,...
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Join Heather Blankenship, mom, wife, daughter, business owner — as she shares conversations with other women who are building themselves in all areas of their life and living their lives unapologetically.
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Join Heather Blankenship, mom, wife, daughter, business owner — as she shares conversations with other women who are building themselves in all areas of their life and living their lives unapologetically.
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