We’re taught to follow the rules.
Show up. Work hard. Stay in line.

But what happens when your dream doesn’t fit the mold?
When the path you’re passionate about is dominated by voices telling you it’s “not for you”?

In this episode of BILF Pod, Jocelyn & Gianna open up about their journey as young women breaking into the DJ scene starting at 17, learning from mentors, and leaning on each other as best friends. They share the moments that tested them, the lessons that shaped them, and the inspiration they found in every connection along the way.

We talk about friendship as fuel, ambition in a male-dominated industry, and the grind behind every first gig, every beat learned, and every stage conquered. They reveal how believing in yourself and learning from others turned obstacles into opportunities.

This conversation explores the quiet work no one applauds: building your skill when no one notices, showing up when it’s easier to quit, and finding your voice when the world doubts you. It’s about courage over comfort, persistence over perfection, and friendship over competition.

If you’ve ever started something everyone said you couldn’t, doubted your timing, or leaned on someone to push you forward, this episode will resonate deeply.

Because success isn’t just about the stage.
It’s about the journey that gets you there.
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We’re taught to trust the system.
The doctors. The prescriptions. The protocols.

But what happens when your body keeps getting worse—
and no one has real answers?

In this episode of BILF Pod, Amanda joins us for an honest conversation about self-advocacy, chronic stress, and the moment she stopped outsourcing her health. After being prescribed multiple medications and even advised to consider exploratory surgery, Amanda chose a different path—one rooted in listening, questioning, and reclaiming responsibility for her body.

We talk about what stress actually does beneath the surface, how fear keeps people stuck in cycles of symptoms, and why so many ignore their body’s signals until they’re impossible to dismiss. Amanda shares stories from her clients, including the invisible battles people fight long before diagnosis, weight loss, or healing ever becomes visible.

This conversation explores the quiet work no one applauds: unlearning blind trust, standing your ground when you’re dismissed, and rebuilding your relationship with your body after years of disconnection. It’s about maintenance over quick fixes, awareness over avoidance, and courage over comfort.

If you’ve ever felt unheard, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or unsure whether to trust your intuition, this episode will resonate deeply.

Because real healing doesn’t start with answers.
It starts with listening.

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Intro
00:00 – 00:35

Health Crisis & Refusing Surgery
00:35 – 02:40

Discovering Holistic Health
02:40 – 04:20

Building a Clinic from Scratch
04:20 – 05:50

The 27-Page Proposal & Rejection
05:50 – 07:40

Breaking Point & Walking Away
07:40 – 09:20

Starting Over Solo
09:20 – 10:30

Why “It’s Just Stress” Is a Lie
10:30 – 12:30

Women, Stress & the Nervous System
12:30 – 14:40

Sick vs. Burned Out
14:40 – 16:20

Health as a Business Advantage
16:20 – 17:50

Transformation Story (Client Case)
17:50 – 21:00

Final Lessons & Closing
21:00 – 23:00



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We all want success.
But few talk about what it costs before it ever shows.

In this episode of BILF Pod, Brendan joins us for a raw and honest conversation about adversity, identity, and the slow evolution of becoming someone stronger than your past. Raised in chaos and shaped by survival, Brendan shares how discipline wasn’t a choice; it was a necessity.

We talk about solving money before chasing freedom, why ego can be the biggest barrier to growth, and how wisdom is often borrowed from the people willing to tell you the truth. Brendan breaks down the difference between the capital economy and the content economy, explaining how leverage, not cash, is what compounds over time.

This conversation explores the quiet glow-up no one celebrates: the internal shift from survival mode to self-mastery. The trials that force you to grow. The moments that humble you. And the realization that success isn’t a destination, but an evolution of who you were versus who you’re becoming.

If you’re navigating pressure, responsibility, and the feeling that you’re building something without immediate validation, this episode will meet you where you are.

Because sometimes, the most important transformation is the one no one sees.

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00:00 – 00:35 | Intro
00:35 – 04:30 | Harsh Childhood Reality
04:30 – 11:20 | Family, Drugs, and Early Trauma
11:20 – 20:10 | Street Life, Violence, and Loss
20:10 – 30:40 | Consequences, Survival, and Prison Mindset
30:40 – 39:30 | Turning Point & Personal Awakening
39:30 – 46:20 | Discipline, Responsibility, and Self-Control
46:20 – 50:45 | Lessons Learned & Final Message

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We all chase a dream.
But no one talks about what happens when life asks you to carry more than one at the same time.

Kelsey Addams joins us for a deeply honest conversation about becoming a woman, an artist, and a mother—all at once. From moving to NYC with a lifelong dream of acting to discovering how content creation became a bridge rather than a distraction, Kelsey opens up about the realities behind the journey people don’t see.

We talk about dating yourself before expecting love from others, how self-love isn’t something you wake up with but something you practice, and why motherhood doesn’t soften you—it reveals you. She shares what it means to build a life piece by piece while raising a child, navigating ambition without guilt, and learning to give yourself grace while still moving forward.

This episode explores the identity shifts no one prepares you for, how becoming a mom reshaped the way Kelsey sees herself and her purpose, and why you don’t need to have it all figured out to be on the right path.

If you’re balancing dreams, responsibilities, and the quiet pressure to “have it all together,” this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

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00:00 – 01:20
Intro: Authenticity, Energy & First Impressions

01:20 – 03:30
How Modeling Started & Breaking Industry Rules

03:30 – 05:10
From Music Videos to Creative Expression

05:10 – 06:40
Why Quality & Intentional Content Matter

06:40 – 08:30
Fashion, Identity & Cultural Influence

08:30 – 10:20
Confidence, Motherhood & Self-Respect

10:20 – 12:00
Dating Yourself & Emotional Independence

12:00 – 13:40
Motherhood as a Mirror for Growth

13:40 – 15:20
Creative Evolution: Acting, Hosting & Vision

15:20 – 16:50
Trusting the Journey & Letting Go of Control

16:50 – 18:00
What’s Next & Closing Reflections


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We all want to change. But how many of us actually maintain it?

Hunter Stoler joins us to talk about the transformation no one tells you about, the part that comes after you've already lost the weight. Not the before and after photos, not the 90-day challenge, but the years of keeping it off while actually enjoying your life.
This episode breaks down what it's really like to go from destroying your body daily to building one that serves you, why losing weight is the easy part and maintenance is where most people fail, how he eats food he loves without restriction or guilt, and what it means to turn your personal transformation into a mission that impacts thousands.
We talk about diet as a pattern of eating, not punishment; why one workout can pull you back on track when you've fallen off; the role genetics and your parents' habits played in shaping your health; why building muscle matters for everyone regardless of gender; and what happens when you stop treating change as a destination and start treating it as a lifestyle.

If you've ever lost weight just to gain it back, or if you're tired of fighting against your own habits, this conversation will give you a new way to see your journey.

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00:00 – 00:38 – Intro
00:38 – 02:27 – Welcome & Gift Explanation
02:27 – 06:20 – Origins & Reading People
06:20–08:40—Intuition vs Prediction
08:40 – 12:00 – Inherited Gift & Self-Identity
12:00 – 15:01 – Navigating People & Career
15:01 – 19:18 – Celebrities & Responsibility
19:18 – 23:10 – Personal Limits & Dating
23:10 – 24:00 – Protecting Energy
24:00–29:36—Business Strategy & Projects
29:36 – 39:58 – Global Vision & Closing
39:58 – 41:14 – Authenticity & New Coaches' Advice
41:14 – 42:26 – Social Media & Audience
42:26 – 44:32 – Health & Lifestyle
44:32 – 47:50 – Wellness Trends & Meal Plans
47:50 – 48:00 – Collaborations & Final Advice

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We've all heard about intuition. But what if yours never turned off?

Natasha Leath joins us to talk about the gift she's carried since she was 6 years old, the ability to know everything about someone just by looking at them. Not through tarot cards, not through meditation, just by seeing you. And it's never stopped.
This episode breaks down what it's really like to live with a gift that doesn't come with an off switch, why she had to learn to value her time over her ability, how she sees the paths we think we're choosing versus the ones already laid out for us, and what it means to break limits you didn't even know were holding you back.
We talk about destiny versus free will, the weight of seeing people's truth without them saying a word, why charging for your time isn't about the gift but about honoring your energy, and what happens when someone who sees beyond the surface tells you your future is bigger than you think.
If you've ever felt like there's more to this world than what we can touch and see, this conversation will shift something in you.

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00:00 – Intro
00:32 – Welcome & Guest Introduction
01:16 - How They First Met
02:07 – Explaining the Gift
02:27 – Origins of Her Ability
03:12 – Reading People Through Photos
04:00 – Childhood Signs (Sleepwalking)
05:20 – Handling Skeptics & Fakes
06:20 – Reading Possibilities vs Predicting the Future
07:30 – Role as an Intuitive Life Strategist
08:40 – Is the Gift Inherited?
09:45 – Mental Health & Clarity
10:48 – Turning 40 & Self-Identity
12:00 – Navigating People & Energy
14:05 – Why She Didn’t Quit Her Job
15:01 – Working With Celebrities
17:00 – What Celebrities Seek From Her
18:30 – Handling Responsibility & Sensitivity
19:18 – Why She Can’t Read Her Own Life
20:02 – Dating After Divorce
21:00 – Clients Who Aren’t Ready
23:10 – Protecting Her Energy
23:45 – “This Is Not a Gimmick”
24:00 – Working With CEOs & Companies
25:00 – Business Strategy Sessions
26:30 – Helping Companies Identify Issues
27:40 – Guiding Major Projects
29:36 – Her Global Vision
29:55 – Closing Remarks



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BILFPod x Julia Haart

For 8 years, Julia lived by rules that didn’t feel like her own. But one moment, one question from her daughter, made her see the world differently.
In this episode of BILF, Julia opens up about her awakening journey, the constraints she faced, and the realization that freedom doesn’t mean abandoning your values; it means reclaiming who you are. From questioning strict cultural expectations to discovering her own path, Julia shares the story that changed everything.
If you’ve ever felt trapped by “how things are supposed to be,” this conversation will hit home. Get inspired to break invisible ceilings, reclaim your power, and take the first step toward your own awakening.

Watch now and see why Julia finally woke up.

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BILFPod x Mara & Seth Dorne 🦃✨

Mara & Seth Dorne aren’t just leaders—they’re builders, visionaries, and the power couple behind a movement that’s changing lives. From humble beginnings to building an empire rooted in discipline, purpose, and gratitude, their story is a reminder that legacy isn’t given… it’s created.

In this Thanksgiving special, Mara and Seth open up about the pain, risks, and defining moments that shaped their journey. From losing loved ones to taking massive leaps of faith with only $300K in savings to building their first office with their own hands—this episode reveals the heart behind everything they’ve built.
It’s raw, emotional, and packed with the kind of wisdom that comes from surviving storms and growing through them.

In this episode:

• Finding blessings through pain and loss
• How they built their first office from scratch
• The truth about taking massive risks as a couple
• Vision vs. risk—how they balance each other
• Choosing the right partner in business and in life
• Family, faith, and gratitude as their foundation
• What legacy really means to them

This episode is a must-watch for leaders, couples, and anyone building something bigger than themselves. Mara & Seth remind us that the right partner can change your entire path—and that gratitude is the real cornerstone of success.

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