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1 You Are Your Longest Relationship: Artist DaQuane Cherry on Psoriasis, Art, and Self-Care 32:12
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DaQuane Cherry was once the kid who wore a hoodie to hide skin flare-ups in school. Now he’s an artist and advocate helping others feel seen. He reflects on his psoriasis journey, the power of small joys, and why loving yourself first isn’t a cliché—it’s essential. Plus, a deep dive into the history of La Roche-Posay’s legendary spring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
179. Anna Kai on Dating, Self-Worth & Life Beyond the Highlight Reel
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Today, we welcome on Anna Kai of @maybeboth — content creator and the friend you call if you need life advice. From the outside looking in, Anna seems to have it all figured out, yet she shares her story through the uncertainties of life beyond the highlight reel. We chat about how life isn’t one perfect timeline or plan, and we aren’t meant to have things always figured out. With over a million followers, she reflects on the importance of embracing the journey to the destination, finding your “why”, and just going for what you want. Anna also gives us top-tier dating advice, from finding self-worth outside of relationships to the importance of communication in marriage. Marrying the right person is 100% worth the wait even if you have to go on date after date. Anna gives us her raw, authentic advice on how to truly thrive in your life even through the hard times and how to find meaning in the struggle. Tune in for an insightful episode, plus hear about Raeann’s and Kristina’s upcoming trip to LA!
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Today, we welcome on Anna Kai of @maybeboth — content creator and the friend you call if you need life advice. From the outside looking in, Anna seems to have it all figured out, yet she shares her story through the uncertainties of life beyond the highlight reel. We chat about how life isn’t one perfect timeline or plan, and we aren’t meant to have things always figured out. With over a million followers, she reflects on the importance of embracing the journey to the destination, finding your “why”, and just going for what you want. Anna also gives us top-tier dating advice, from finding self-worth outside of relationships to the importance of communication in marriage. Marrying the right person is 100% worth the wait even if you have to go on date after date. Anna gives us her raw, authentic advice on how to truly thrive in your life even through the hard times and how to find meaning in the struggle. Tune in for an insightful episode, plus hear about Raeann’s and Kristina’s upcoming trip to LA!
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New podcast episodes of Confident Collective drop every Tuesday.
Resources:
- Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here
- Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective
- Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas
- Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/
- Stay in the know with our newsletter!
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1 2024 Wrap-Up: Yearly Reflections & Future Goals 38:36
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In the final episode of 2024, Raeann and Kristina share personal experiences about uncomfortable situations with friends and the societal obsession with being thin. The conversation shifts to their travel plans for 2025, including trips to Japan, Puerto Rico, Greece, and potentially Disney and The Cayman Islands. They also share highlights from 2024, with a focus on personal growth and career achievements. They touch on the pressures of New Year's resolutions, the importance of easing into the new year, and maintaining personal authenticity. They wrap up with advice on navigating relationships and the transformative power of therapy. We hope you are having a relaxing holiday season and are feeling inspired going into 2025! Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 ’Tis The Season of Holiday Nostalgia, Gifts & Traditions 44:34
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In this festive episode, Raeann recaps her restorative Canyon Ranch trip—three days of much-needed wellness despite the rec center aesthetic. Kristina shares that her dog Dué is heading into surgery to give them a little more time together. The girls also chat about the Matilda Djerf workplace controversy and the mysterious drones flying over New Jersey. They reminisce about the magic of Christmas, sharing favorite childhood memories, best and worst gifts, and the nostalgia of holiday traditions. Raeann is looking forward to spending her first Christmas with Gabe. Plus, funny listener submissions, including George Foreman excess and a dog that got ahold of dentures. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, wishing you a lovely time with family and good food! Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
This episode is all about the struggle of saying NO and how to break free from people-pleasing habits. Raeann and Kristina chat about the balance between honoring your commitments vs saying no with conviction. Kristina shares her progress in setting family boundaries, while Raeann reflects on the regret of skipping her family’s safari trip. Saying no takes practice and is a hard skill to get good at, but sometimes you just have to put yourself and your priorities first. And for the other people pleasers out there, saying no is not a personal rejection. Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Pop Culture Roundup: Wicked, Reality TV & Influencer Proposals 43:27
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Today, Raeann and Kristina are chatting all things pop culture—from Wicked’s whimsical set and goosebump-worthy music to Vanderpump Rules’ fresh new cast and Lala’s Photoshop fail. They fan-girl over Ilona and Alan for single-handedly reviving Dancing with the Stars and applaud Steve for his undeniable star power. Meanwhile, Jacob Elordi’s beard debut? A unanimous flop. Oh, and is it just them, or is every influencer getting engaged right now? Thanks to our sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TCC at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod #sponsored get up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time Magic Mind purchases with code CONFIDENT at checkout You can claim it at: https://magicmind.com/confidentcollective Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Ask Away: Wedding Dress Anxiety, Embracing Your Cellulite & Starting a Family 39:03
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Before this week’s Ask Away kicks off, Raeann shares her sister’s Breckenridge house chaos and Kristina agrees that homeownership isn’t all sunshine and roses. They also get into the Christmas spirit by sharing Christmas highlights from childhood gifts to nostalgic movies. In today’s Ask Away, the girls dig into relatable struggles, from ending the cycle of dressing to look skinny and overcoming wedding dress shopping anxiety to embracing cellulite with confidence. They also unpack the uncertainty of deciding when to have a baby and tackle uncomfortable topics, like how to tell a friend you’re not a fan of their toxic boyfriend. Hope you found this advice helpful—until next ti Thanks to our sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TCC at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod #sponsored Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Friendsgiving Recap: Confidence, Curves & Community 31:14
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Today, the girls are chatting all things Thanksgiving—from Friendsgiving highlights to niche family recipes. Raeann explains the lore behind her family’s infamous Watergate marshmallow salad while Kristina’s family keeps to their Greek roots. They also recap their best-ever Friendsgiving with fellow Confidants. It was a safe, judgement-free space where everyone could open up, rock their cutest holiday outfits and celebrate their curves with confidence! Shout out to Maybelline for sponsoring this beautiful event. And thank you all for the love and support. Wishing you the best Thanksgiving! Thanks to our sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TCC at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod #sponsored Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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This week, Raeann and Kristina get real about body confidence, reflecting on the pressures of “thin is in” culture and how it affects their mindset. Both girls have faced a tough year with their body confidence—Raeann’s ups and downs of feeling hot vs hating her body and Kristina’s struggle with clothes that don’t fit and the suburban skinny bubble. They also discuss balancing body positivity with health goals, the power of habits, and checking in with how you’re feeling. Remember, confidence naturally ebbs and flows, and practicing self-love wherever you’re at in this journey is important! In other news, Kristina shares the buzz of filming in a new studio, previously graced by Lala from Vanderpump Rules , while Raeann opens up about an amazing psychic reading. The girls also dive into the iconic Martha Stewart documentary and the drama around the crazy $12M Brianna Chickenfry and Zach Bryan NDA. Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Brittany Ball’s Story of Motherhood, New Beginnings & Self-Discovery 56:28
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Today, we welcome on Brittany Ball, a social media personality, who shares her journey of motherhood, self-discovery and dating. From life in Hawaii with her ex-husband to starting fresh in NYC as a single mom, Brittany turned her challenges into a journey of self-discovery, creating a beautiful life for herself and her son. She talks about her peaceful co-parenting dynamic, balancing motherhood with dating, and how she carves out time for herself. While in eras of uncertainty, embracing the beauty of alone time and taking the time to discover yourself is so important. Brittany’s story is all about redefining who you are and where you want to go while balancing self-love with being a mother. Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Ask Away: Let’s Talk Dating, Body Confidence & Friendship Shifts 31:12
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Kristina’s tackling hair struggles, from finding the right cut to using a silk bonnet, while Raeann talks about doing a strict wellness retreat this winter to focus on her health. Plus, we talk about motherhood and our latest obsessions—Kristina’s encouragement to strike up a conversation with new people and Raeann’s Spanish lessons with Gabe. In today’s Ask Away episode, we chat about confidence, relationships, and the ebbs and flows of life. If you’re 27, single, and new to dating, we offer advice on shifting your mindset and feeling confident going into the dating scene. We tackle the current “thinness” trend and the importance of finding what makes you feel good in your body. We also discuss how to navigate friendship changes, from new relationships and honeymoon phases to family planning. And if you’re wondering how to keep the spark alive in your relationships, we’ve got tips for that too. Plus, we chat about our Confidant Friendsgiving that’s happening next week! Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Kerry O’Brien on Career Pivots, Buying Your First Home & Taking Risks 42:37
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Today, we sit down with Kerry O’Brien, a powerhouse in real estate who pivoted her career in her 40s and quickly became a billion-dollar seller in Monmouth County. Karrie shares her advice on how to go after what you want in life, from doing things out of your comfort zone to going the extra mile to embracing the hard moments. It’s never too late to go for what you want and Karrie is proof of that. She also gives her tips for first-time homebuyers on how to set yourself up for success and how to find “the one”. Whether you're ready to pivot your career, start a business, or buy your first home, this episode is full of great advice and inspiration to help you take that leap of faith!…
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1 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Returns: Glamour, Inclusivity & Unfiltered Opinions 37:47
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This week, Kristina and Raeann break down the return of the iconic Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, from their favorite walks to the curve model representation. At the afterparty, they reaffirmed that they ARE big girls and Raeann now manifests her runway debut in next year’s show. They highlight favorite moments, from Ashley Graham owning the spotlight to Lisa from Blackpink’s stunning performance, but they also drop some critiques—pointing out the lack of glitz and glam and the small percentage of body diversity. The girls reminisce about the old show and how happy they are that it’s back but with better diversity and the message that it’s for the girls! Kristina and Raeann also share that they're hosting Friendsgiving for the Confidant community again this year! It’ll be an intimate affair in NYC and it’ll sell out quickly so join our Patreon to be the first to know. Thanks to our sponsors! Get 15% off OneSkin with the code: TCC at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod #ad #sponsored Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Pop Culture Round-Up: Star Power, DWTS Highlights & Conspiracy Theories 35:21
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Kristina took a peaceful but semi-chaotic bike ride to the podcast studio today. Raeann chats about her wholesome weekend with her parents and how her dad will strike up a conversation with literally anyone. Kristina also shares her perspective on school uniforms and how parents put pressure on themselves just to impress other parents. They also talk about their frustration with brands that claim to carry larger sizes but don’t, and on a more positive note, they share their excitement about attending the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. In today’s episode, the girls break down the latest in pop culture, from Sabrina Carpenter’s flirty, pop-star charm to Raeann’s love for Remi Wolf’s captivating star power. They explore Chappell Roan’s quick rise to fame and her struggle with the spotlight, while Ilona Maher wins hearts on Dancing with the Stars and deserves that celebrity status. Kristina swoons over her new favorite show, Nobody Wants This , featuring a realistic nod to how dating is right now. Plus, they cover Anne Hathaway’s Princess Diaries 3 news, how everyone seems to hate J. Lo, and the crazy P Diddy conspiracy theories!…
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Today’s episode is all about the art of delusional confidence, but first, Raeann chats about her birthday plans for Gabe’s 29th and Kristina tells us about her upcoming suburban block party. Plus, they share everything that’s on their fall wishlists—think apple picking, chunky sweaters, and fall re-runs like Practical Magic and Gilmore Girls . Now, get ready to embrace your delusional confidence! We break down how to embody and apply this unapologetic belief that you can achieve anything. Delusional confidence is all about having a dream, creating a clear vision, and working hard to turn aspirations into reality. Kristina and Raeann share their examples of how they apply this mindset, from dating to being on TV to becoming a curve model. As you begin to speak your dreams into existence, you have to tune out the haters, surround yourself with ambitious people, and embrace the ups and downs. Just believe in yourself and remember, sometimes you have to be a little delusional! Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter !…
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1 Ask Away: Body Image Issues, Workplace Crushes & 30th Birthday Dilemmas 44:07
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Today’s Ask Away is a good one, but first, the girls fill us in on their trip to sunny Los Angeles. Kristina and Raeann chat about their live show in LA with Naturalizer, where they interviewed Deepika Mutyala, Founder of Live Tinted, and celebrated the launch of Naturalizer’s most inclusive boot line yet. They also try to decipher the question of, are you are innately cool or popular, and chat about Kristina’s fascination with the P Diddy scandal. The girl’s questions today are hard-hitting, from self-care and body image to relationship dilemmas and childhood friend drama. Raeann and Kristina give advice on how to shift your mindset towards fitness for mental health and strength, rather than just physical change. They also cover how to navigate a stale relationship and complicated work crush, along with how to feel confident and overcome insecurities when dating. Hopefully, a little fresh perspective and honest advice gives you girls some clarity! Resources: Submit your question for the next Ask Away: Click Here Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter ! Thanks to our sponsors! OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TCC at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod…
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1 Live from LA: Deepica Mutyala on Championing Inclusivity in Beauty and Beyond 42:40
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In this * Live* episode from Los Angeles, Raeann and Kristina, along with special guest Deepica Mutyala, engage in a lively conversation about confidence, inclusivity, and fashion. Deepica shares her journey in the beauty industry, challenges of representation, and the success of her brand Live Tinted. They discuss confidence in dating, career hurdles, and the significance of a supportive community. Audience questions further explore business failures, inspirations, and the essence of genuine leadership. This episode was brought to you LIVE from Los Angeles thanks to Naturalizer!…
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