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Real WW Talk

Real WW Talk

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Welcome to Real WW Talk! We are Candice, Erin, and Rikki, three diverse friends who met in the Weight Watchers Studio and formed a friendship. When COVID-19 hit, our weekly in-person chat went virtual, and we decided to invite you in for even more accountability. There's no hiding, no trying to make ourselves better than we are, just real talk about our struggles and wins as we journey towards better health on Weight Watchers, and you're welcome to join in.
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The Crazy One

Stephen Gates

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The Crazy One is an award-winning podcast for creatives, leaders, and anyone who refuses to settle. Hosted by renowned designer and global design leader Stephen Gates, this show delivers unfiltered honesty, actionable insights, and hard-won wisdom to help you grow your creativity, lead with confidence, and build a meaningful career. With over two decades leading world-class design teams at companies like InVision, Citi, Starwood Hotels, WW, and McCann Erickson, Stephen has built brands and d ...
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Today on Real WW Talk, as Erin continues to recover, Candice & Rikki are holding down the fort. We are talking about the old adage β€œYou are what you eat” and how that thinking impacts us and our behaviors from day to day. Fit, Hea…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ On Today’s Real WW Talk, we are talking about all of the fun things we enjoy over the summer! Vacations, cookouts, travel and all of the things that can derail us and cause our routines to go by the wayside. How do we feel good in…
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In this episode of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates delves into Apple’s latest design overhaul: Liquid Glass. Unveiled at WWDC 2025, Liquid Glass marks Apple’s most significant UI transformation since iOS 7, introducing a translucent, dynamic interface across all devices. Stephen explores the strategic motivations behind this shift, the challenges it p…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This week on Real WW Talk we discuss maintenance and the challenges that come along with that season of our health journeys. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from C…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ It's time to celebrate! On this episode of Real WW Talk we are celebrating all of the things that make us proud as we start to the month of June. We are sharing our personal victories and accomplishments that have made us so proud…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ In today's society it can be hard to keep a positive and realistic view of our goals and how we feel about ourselves. As mental health month comes to a close, we talk about challenges we've faced and how we have shifted our thinki…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ On today's episode of Real WW Talk, we share our taboo food opinions, food related icks and delve into whether its more appropriate to peel or bit our string cheese! Join our Summer Starter Stepbet: https://step.bet/2Ie4t5Aa8Sb Ga…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ We’re exploring how to find joy and contentment in the presentβ€”not just when the scale moves. What does it look like if nothing changes? Can you still be happy at your current weight while eating healthy and showing up for yoursel…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ On this episode of Real WW Talk, we’re chatting about what to do when you shrink out of your favorite clothes and accessories. Do you keep them, store them, or pass them on? Let’s talk about making peace with changeβ€”and sharing th…
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In this episode of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates shares the lessons learned from his journey of leaving corporate America to start his own agency. With over 20 years of experience across industries, Stephen dives deep into the tough decisions that led him to bet on himself. He talks about embracing the fear of failure, navigating imposter syndrome, …
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This week we’re digging into an important conversation: the difference between true rest and stepping away from our journey. It’s easy to confuse the two, but we believe rest is not only allowedβ€”it’s essential. Join us as we explo…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ We ladies catch up with one another because we haven’t been together for the past few weeks, and we each have had some things going on…including as you can tell from the title of this episode, some big news from Candice. Fit, Heal…
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In this fired-up episode of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates dives into the reality of the design industry todayβ€”where companies often fail to truly value creativity, even though it’s been proven to drive success. Drawing from his own experiences, Stephen reflects on the frustrations designers face as they see AI and platforms like Canva change the lan…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This week on Real WW Talk, Erin is still getting herself settled in her new place, so Candice and Rikki hold down the fort! We discuss how we have rolled with the punches and life changes over the year and how our ability to grow …
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In this episode of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates dives into the impact of AI on the creative industry. With AI tools making waves in design, writing, and coding, Stephen shares his perspective on how these technologies are changing the gameβ€”and why creatives should embrace them rather than fear them. Discussing the differences between real creativit…
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In this episode of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates shares the raw and honest story of his journey from working in agencies to building his own creative business. After being laid off for the third time, Stephen had to face the uncertainty of the future and decide whether to continue down the traditional career path or bet on himself. Through the highs…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ How do you know what to eat and stay full? That's a question we received from Alison. She's struggling with her meal plans and not binging in the later afternoon evening because of hunger. We're going to share how we plan our days…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This past week, Kaitlyn raised a great question in the Real WW Talk Facebook group. She's new and has 55 Points to use weekly and she's struggling to use all her Points because of WW's great new 0 Point foods. She asked for the co…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Spring is springing here in the US, so we're taking time to talk about the difference seasonal changes make on our attitude and food choices. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Jos…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Stuck in a dinner rut? We’ve got you! This week, we’re sharing our go-to meals that keep us feeling satisfied and on track. From quick fixes to easy swaps, we’re talking all about what’s workingβ€”and how to make dinner feel like a …
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ The eternal question we ask ourselves every single day, "What's for lunch?!" We’re here to answer it - from what we're eating now and if our lunches have changed since being on WW. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, …
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Erin's off today, so Rikki and Candice discussed the recent weight watchers article about dating while on a health journey. Is weight really a hindrance to finding the one, or is it a lack of confidence? Weight Watchers Article Lo…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ When the mid-afternoon munchies hit, who really wants carrot sticks? It’s tempting to grab whatever’s closest, so we’re going to talk through healthier options to satisfy those sweet and salty cravings. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcas…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ What happens when you mix Disney magic with the realities of staying on track with WW? Candice and Rikki are fresh off their trip to the most magical place on earth, and they’re spilling all the detailsβ€”what they ate, how they nav…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Does your schedule support your goals, or is it sabotaging them? This week, we explore how time management impacts our health journeys, the power of intentional planning, and simple strategies to create better boundaries. Because …
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In this episode of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates shares his most valuable piece of advice for creative leaders: β€œYou don’t need all the answers, you just need a plan.” Drawing from years of experience, Stephen discusses the common struggles people face when embarking on new challenges or career transitions and how to push through the uncertainty. He…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Breakfast is personalβ€”and delicious! In this episode, we explore what breakfast looks like for each of us and how we navigate points, which will hopefully give you some new breakfast ideas! πŸ“ Show Notes Jenn Eats Goood Instagram: …
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In The Crazy One Episode 135, Stephen Gates dives deep into a pressing topic in the creative industry today: β€œexperience-ism.” As companies face economic downturns and shifting priorities, experience that once stood as an asset now feels like a liability. In this episode, Stephen reflects on the frustrations of senior creatives navigating the job m…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This week, we check in with each other to see what we're making to eat, if we're cutting back on sugar, and if we're making the necessary changes we said we would make! πŸ“ SHOW NOTES Budget Bytes Vegan Peanut Stew https://www.budge…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ We're celebrating National Quitters Dayβ€”yes, it's a thing! But we're flipping the script. Instead of quitting resolutions, we're talking about the habits and mindsets we should consider leaving behind for a brighter, lighter year.…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This week, the ladies reflect on 2024, celebrating their proudest moments and milestones. Plus, they share what’s on the horizon for 2025 and what’s inspiring them for the year ahead. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fi…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ It’s our annual end-of-year Q&A. You’re in the driver’s seat, and we’re answering your questions. There are some great ones from the Real WW Talk community! To get them all in, this is a two-parter, so make sure to look for the ot…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ It’s our annual end-of-year Q&A. You’re in the driver’s seat, and we’re answering your questions. There are some great ones from the Real WW Talk community! To get them all in, this is a two-parter, so make sure to look for the ot…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ On Today’s Real WW Talk: Candice and Rikki share their first impressions, almost a week into the updated WW plan. Come along with us as we share our likes and some of our questions. Let’s talk! Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This is a break news edition of Real WW Talk! Weight Watchers is unveiling additions to the WW Plan as well as some incredible app dates - some updates we've been asking for for a LONG time! WW Coach Michael G sits down with us to…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ What does your Christmas list look like? Do you have one? We're going to share what's on our Christmas list and some of our favorite things that would be great for your Christmas list. ✨ Rikki ✨ Hatch Alarm Clock: https://www.hatc…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Only one more month until we start a new year! Let's talk about how we can set realistic goals for the end of the year as we finish this year strong. White Chicken Chili from Downshiftology: https://downshiftology.com/recipes/whit…
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In episode 134 of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates dives into one of the most pressing challenges creatives face: navigating the job search. With many creatives either seeking new positions due to layoffs or dissatisfaction in their current roles, Stephen offers valuable insights on how to approach your portfolio, improve your job search strategy, and …
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ We're in the new season - potlucks and parties, oh my! Tracking is the foundation of any weight loss program, so we're going to strategize our way through the holiday so we stay on track. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to th…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ Have you identified the people who help your journey or hurt your journey? As we go into the holidays we'll talk about the helpers ...and making sure we aren't the hurters (i.e., sabotaging our own selves). Fit, Healthy & Happy Po…
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In this episode of The Crazy One, host Stephen Gates dives into a topic that’s all too familiar for many: getting laid off. With his personal experience of being laid off three times throughout his career, Stephen offers practical advice for those facing the uncertainty of potential job loss. He covers how to prepare for a layoff before it happens,…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ On Today’s Real WW Talk: We know our days are filled with all kinds of stressors. We are challenged to stay grounded so we don't get caught up in the chaos of what is going on around us. But how do we do that? Let's talk about tip…
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In this thought-provoking episode of The Crazy One, host Stephen Gates dives deep into the state of the creative industry in 2024. As the industry grapples with unprecedented layoffs and shifting dynamics, Stephen shares invaluable insights into the underlying factors driving these changes. He explores how economic pressures, evolving technologies,…
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In this long-awaited return to The Crazy One podcast, host Stephen Gates shares an honest and introspective look at his journey over the past year, from leaving New York and launching his own studio to grappling with burnout and rediscovering his passion. In this episode titled β€œIs This Thing Still On?”, he opens up about the emotional rollercoaste…
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In episode 131 of The Crazy One podcast, Stephen Gates dives into one of the most common questions he encounters: β€œShould I start my own thing?” Drawing from his journey of leaving New York, starting his agency, and mentoring creatives, he explores the deeper challenges behind building a personal brand and finding fulfillment in a career. This epis…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ How do you deal with changes in routines as we move into the holidays. What happens when you get into the swing of things and then the holidays hit! Today we are discussing how we handle those routine shifts and help ourselves sta…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ It's Rikki and Erin for this conversation. If you've been following us on Instagram, you saw Rikki did a closet cleanout. We'll talk about why she decided to do the cleanout, why, and the deeper thoughts around letting go. πŸ“ Show …
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ A listener in Torrance, California shared with us that she was proud of herself for having disciplined eating habits but then wondered, are they disciplined or are they restrictive? Keep in mind we are not health professionals, bu…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ This week, it's us, your original trio back. We catch up with one another and touch on some recent WW developments. πŸ“ SHOW NOTES WW Peruvian Chicken Marinade https://www.weightwatchers.com/us/recipe/peruvian-chicken-marinade/5c991…
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Send us a text πŸ“² ! Have a topic idea? Something to celebrate? Don't forget to include your name/location in your text πŸ˜€ We’ve been stalking - following - this guest for several years and have mentioned her on Real WW Talk. Sara is a lifetime WW member who lost 100lbs, runs The Holy Mess - one of our favorite websites and Facebook communities, and h…
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