Becoming: HER with Nikki Spoelstra (Nikki Spo)
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| 11 Mar 2025 | Get Your BAG: Passion, Purpose, and PROFIT with Johanna Ricouz aka Jungle Johanna. Ep. 177 Part One | 00:35:04 | |
Welcome back! This week's guest is the queen of no-nonsense… Johanna Ricouz, you might know her as Jungle Johanna on IG ;) Johanna is a Miami based trainer, Power Yoga teacher, and certified pilates instructor, and her biggest goal is to diversify the wellness space and uplift her community with knowledge, so that every single student feels welcomed to train. Here's the deal though, if you follow her on IG, she is compassionately, empathetically, and emphatically NO NONSENSE. Just because she operates from a place of peace does not mean she takes the bullshit. In fact, she taketh, no shit. None. She is authentic to the core. This is a woman who has the guts to show up as herself every single day, and she helps other people shine in the process. So excited to plug in with the pilates plug herself, Johann Ricouz. Tune in! BTW. Are you looking for deeper connection? You know what I say. “Come sit with us.” But for real. Join my EXCLUSIVE online women’s community for Becoming: HER today. Xoxo, Nikki Spo In this episode…
Quotes “Not all money is good money” - Johanna Ricouz “Easy, breezy, beautiful boundaries” - Johanna Ricouz “So much of my success has been through service” - Johanna Ricouz “You find your passion and your purpose and then your get your profit” - Johanna Ricouz Timestamps: 0:00 - 0:28 | Not all Money is Good Money 0:28 - 1:00 | Intro 1:00 - 2:05 | Becoming: HER Group 2:05 - 3:07 | Intro to Johanna Ricouz 3:07 - 5:00 | “The Wellness Community is Full of People that are Unwell” 5:00 - 6:28 | About Johanna’s Upbringing 6:28 - 7:15 | People Not Being Able to Level Up for Themselves 7:15 - 8:30 | Jealousy & Switching Up 8:30 - 9:15 | “Free for the Community but I Run it Up for the Corporation” 9:15 - 11:20 | Influencer Anxiety/The Struggle of Showing Up 11:20 - 12:25 | Beyond the Surface: a Teacher, Leader, and More 12:25 - 14:30 | Things Don’t Happen Overnight 14:30 - 16:40| Being a Hustler 16:40 - 18: 33 | Being in Alignment - Johanna’s Story 18:33 - 20:20 | No Purpose until Sobriety 20:20 - 23:30 | Trajectory of “F*ck Yeah” 23:30 - 25:00 | Johanna’s Killing at Space 25:00 - 28:45 | One Door Closes Another Opens: Space onto Alo 28:45 - 29:33 | What Johanna is Doing Now 29:33 - 30:00 | Clicking to Find Your Purpose/You Don’t Know Until You Know 30:00 - 31:10 | Not All Money is Good Money Continued 31:10 - 32:10 | Saying “No” 32:10 - 32:43 | People “On the Way” and Listening to their Words of the Wise 32:43 - 34:20 | Diversity in Certification 34:20 - 34:50 | “Not Looking like the Girl They Would Hire, but Being Amazing at What You Do” 34:50 - 35:47 | Outro
— SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Join Becoming Her https://www.skool.com/nikki-spoelstra-1185/about Connect with Johanna Ricouz https://www.junglejohanna.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappso / @wearebecoming_her Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 08 Oct 2024 | AFFAIRS… Handle your Sh*t (ASAP). Ep. 161 | 00:57:10 | |
Join my exclusive, online women’s community, Becoming HER, TODAY with your special discounted rate: HERE This week I am spearheading a LOADED conversation with Lauren LaRusso About ROMANTIC AFFAIRS 😐 We are here to talk about all the things that no one wants to talk about… and we are going to answer the questions that have probably crossed your mind when it comes to ROMANTIC AFFAIRS. Lauren is a psychotherapist specializing in marital affairs. She has helped countless individuals and couples process the unexpected and inalterable impact of infidelity on their lives. Let’s jump right in! In this episode…
Quotes “As betrayed spouses, we become complicit sometimes because we adjust our expectations based on the slow creep of changes in our partner.” - Lauren LaRusso “As humans, we always want what we can’t have.” - Lauren LaRusso “You have to be hyper vigilant for yourself. You need to be connected and in tune to yourself enough to be looking outside and sending the signals of unavailability of loyalty to your primary relationship.” - Lauren LaRusso “I would recommend handling your shit as soon as you possibly can.” - Lauren LaRusso “I think that the affair itself removes the power of choice for the person who doesn’t know about it.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 6:00 | Intro 6:00 - 9:40 | Does everyone have a role in affairs? 9:40 - 11:15 | Inflection points 11:15 - 15:00 | Laurens background 15:00 - 18:20 | Shame, silence, & secrecy 18:20 - 19:40 | Ethical or consensual non monogamy 19:40 - 22:15 | Secrecy can be enticing 22:15 - 27:30 | The main reasons affairs occur 27:30 - 32:55 | The betrayed spouse 32:55 - 36:00 | Can marriages be saved after affairs? 36:00 - 38:00 | How do we get to being happy? 38:00 - 41:05 | Making a choice for YOURSELF 41:05 - 43:50 | Forgiveness & unavailability 43:50 - 46:45 | Being strung along 46:45 - 49:25 | The power of choice 49:25 - 51:35 | Honesty & integrity 51:35 - 54:30 | People who stay in their marriages 54:30 - 57:11 | Outro – This episode of The Know is presented by Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Join Becoming HER: https://buy.stripe.com/8wMdTo5ILgBra1W003 Connect with Lauren https://www.laurenlarusso.com/ / https://laurenlarusso.substack.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 14 Sep 2021 | 11. Mindful Parenting with Josephine Atluri | 00:33:28 | |
Josephine Atluri is a mindfulness and meditation coach, an author, a podcast host and a mother of seven! As an expert in mindfulness and meditation, Josephine has helped thousands of people overcome adversity and find joy. Josephine couples her business background with her meditation training to teach corporate mindfulness sessions. Additionally, Josephine’s experience creating her modern-day family of seven children via In Vitro fertilization, international adoption and surrogacy inspires her work as a highly sought-after fertility and parenting mindfulness coach. Josephine’s new book, “Mindfulness Journal for Parents,” and its' online companion course aim to help parents and caregivers transform and enrich their parent-child relationship. Josephine hosts a popular podcast, “Responding to Life: Talking Health, Fertility, & Parenthood,” and interviews guests on their inspiring responses to life’s challenges. Josephine's infertility and parenting mindfulness expertise has been featured in multiple publications including MindBodyGreen, The Bump, and Woman’s Day. In this episode, Josephine and Nikki discuss the many benefits of bringing mediation and mindfulness into your every day life and more specifically the many benefits of adding these practices into ones' parenting. Josephine courageously discusses her complex journey to motherhood and how she and her husband utilized multiple methods to create their beautiful family. Nikki and Josephine discuss Josephine’s amazing new book and in particular how it can be a really useful tool to any busy parent. Josephine speaks to Nikki about how her book can be used at random and can be used in any order - which Nikki puts to the test! Josephine offers some really great practical advice on parenting in a mindful way and how breathing techniques and pausing can be used in the midst of havoc. Josephine’s message is one of positivity and light. In her words, “despite living in a world of chaos, presence and peace is within our reach”. More topics covered in this episode: What mindfulness is and the different ways to integrate it into your daily life How to begin a mediation practice The fear surrounding mediation and why some of us are resident to it Fertility challenges IVF Adoption Surrogacy Techniques to stay calm amidst life’s challenging moments Mindfulness strategies to incorporate into daily parenting Connect with Josephine: Web: www.jatluri.com Instagram: @josephineratluri @respondingtolifepodcast YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3kIxDHQ Responding to Life Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/2W6YlQ1 Responding to Life Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3wX3MOe Mindfulness Journal for Parents Book & Online Course: www.mindfulparentclass.com Discount For Parenting Podcasts: PODCAST25 Enter the code for 25% off the online mindfulness for parents coure with or without the book at www.mindfulparentclass.com Discount for Fertility Podcasts: PODCAST25 Enter the code for 35% off the online fertility mindfulness course. https://josephine-atluri-meditation.mykajabi.com/pl/2147485847 Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For more information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 24 Oct 2023 | 121. Nikki Spo on Motherish with Pamela Silva and Karen Comas | 00:40:38 | |
This week's episode of The Know with Nikki Spo is a different little vibe - an episode within an episode! I had the privilege of joining the renowned podcast Motherish, hosted by Pamela Silva and Karen Comas. Together, we delved into the wild, wild world of motherhood, sharing our own "Motherish moments" and connecting on a deeply personal level. Our conversation revolves around the challenges we've faced as mothers, providing a comforting reminder that we are not alone in this journey. We are forming a strong, supportive community of women who are coming together and having open discussions about both the glamorous and the not-so-glamorous aspects of motherhood. Tune in for all the Motherish talk! In this episode…
Quotes: “I feel a lot less alone in this whole process of mothering and everything.” - Nikki Spo “As we grow we heal and we evolve. We live in the real world. We carry the parts of us and the experiences we had into our adulthood.” - Nikki Spo “We're breaking so much generational trauma while we educate our children.” - Karen Comas “The best way to prevent child abuse is educating the parents.” - Pamela Silva “We can't educate our children if we're not educated about it ourselves.” - Karen Comas “I don't think anybody ever is healed. I think it's a life's work. I think it's an ongoing process. And I reserve the right to be wrong still, you know? I make mistakes, I'm going to mess up because I'm still a work in progress.” - Nikki Spo “I believe that girls challenge you in different ways than boys. We're the same right, we're both women.” - Karen Comas “We want our kids to see us happy and to see us feel good about ourselves and feel good, but sometimes it is challenging. It’s not as easy as it sounds” - Pamela Silva “We should just love ourselves and be careful. When they tell you not to cry when you're pregnant because the baby feels it, well they feel it too when they're not in your womb, you know? And we need to keep that mentality of being so protective of ourselves and what we expose ourselves to through their lifetime.” - Pamela Silva Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:10 | The Know introduction 1:10 - 2:00 | Motherish introduction 2:00 - 4:30 | Karen's “Motherish moment” 4:30 - 6:20 | Pamela’s “Motherish moment” 6:20 - 8:45 | Nikki’s “Motherish moment” 8:45 - 11:10 | Having valuable conversations 11:10 - 13:10 | Different parental perspectives 13:10 - 15:05 | The importance of vulnerability 15:05 - 21:10 | Generational trauma 21:10 - 22:50 | Trauma recovery while raising your children 22:50 - 24:00 | Educating yourself & your children 24:00 - 28:15 | Postpartum & self-discovery 28:15 - 32:00 | Raising a future women 32:00 - 33:30 | Creating a healthy and loving environment for your children 33:30 - 35:50 | Showing its okay to cry 35:50 - 37:50 | The difference between raising girls and boys 37:50 - 39:40 | Finding a good support team Connect with Motherish - Pamela Silva & Karen Comas @motherish / @pamelasilva / @karen Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | So You’re Having a Baby? Send This to your baby daddy…Ep. 153 | 00:53:22 | |
Welcome backkkk ladies and gents- I am so excited to host somebody who I have worked with for a long time and who has become one of my close friends over these past few years, Dr. Kat Vigo. Dr. Kat is the founder of Painless Pregnancy, which provides physical therapy to women throughout every stage of their motherhood journeys. Dr. Kat earned a bachelors and doctorate of physical therapy degrees from the University of Florida and has worked in the hospital setting for the first decade of her career. Get ready because we are going to talk about it ALL! In this episode…
Quotes “For a pregnant body, we should have the same expectations that a man does. You can be fit and healthy and do what you wanna do while being pregnant.” - Dr. Kat Vigo “A female body is made to grow a baby.” - Dr. Kat Vigo “If you’re experiencing postpartum anxiety or depression you are in this dark cloud that you don’t even know you’re in.” - Nikki Spo “When it comes to a first time post pregnancy experience, you don’t know what you don’t know until you figure it out or until somebody tells you, and that's no one's fault.” - Nikki Spo “I think that when women and men and parents in general are more informed they can make better decisions about their future and their birth plans.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:15 | Intro 3:15 - 7:40 | Can pregnancy really be painless? 7:40 - 10:40 | Alleviating discomforts 10:40 - 17:25 | Pitocin 17:25 - 22:20 | Kat’s birthing experience 22:20 - 25:35 | Postpartum 23:35 - 31:45 | How to heal our female bodies 31:45 - 35:25 | Disassociating from your vagina postpartum 35:25 - 43:45 | A correct way to push for vaginal deliveries 43:45 - 45:20 | Involving the baby daddies 45:20 - 51:55 | When to start physical therapy after delivering a baby 51:55 - 53:22 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Dr. Kat Vigo https://painlesspregnancy.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 26 Mar 2024 | Should You Stay or Should You Go with Kate Anthony. Ep. 141 | 00:49:10 | |
What is up superstars! Today we have the exciting opportunity to speak with Kate Anthony, who is the author of The D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage. Kate is the host of the critically acclaimed and New York Times recommended podcast, “The Divorce Survival Guide”, while also being the creator of the groundbreaking online coaching program, “Should I Stay or Should I Go”, which helps women make the most difficult decision of their lives using coaching tools, relationship education, geeky neuroscience, community support, and deep self work. Tune in to hear about how she does it all! In this episode…
Quotes: “We can acknowledge that lasting relationships happen by compromising your way to success rather than settling into dissatisfaction, and that couples need to be really intentional about growing together and choosing to love each other, which is an action, not just this concept.” - Nikki Spo “The deep self work needs to come first. Connecting with your inner guide, quieting all of the noise and dropping in and hearing what that voice says.” - Kate Anthony “Women are exhausted in their marriage I think because the entire institution of marriage is set up to serve and benefit men on the back of the labor of women.” - Kate Anthony “If you're in an abusive relationship, your partner is not in the relationship for the same reasons that you are. You're in this relationship for intimacy and connection, they're in it for power and control.” - Kate Anthony “Everybody's a work in progress. I am on a continuous journey of healing and getting better.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:00 | Intro 2:00 - 4:25 | Wanting a partnership 4:25 - 5:10 | Acknowledging that people change over time 5:10 - 8:25 | The first step when trying to make the D word decision 8:25 - 11:00 | Learning to trust your capital S Self 11:00 - 12:15 | When you know, you know 12:15 - 19:45 | Why women are so unhappy in their marriages 19:45 - 22:30 | Couples therapy 22:30 - 27:53 | Differences between narcissist, sociopath & selfishness 27:53 - 32:15 | Placing high value on potential 32:15 - 39:20 | Emotional abuse 39:20 - 42:30 | Grooming 42:30 - 46:10 | Helping women exit their marriage 46:10 - 49:10 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Kate Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 20 Feb 2024 | The Power of the Pussy with Kim Coffin. Ep. 136 | 00:46:25 | |
Welcome back to another episode of The Know where NO topic is off limits! Today we have a spicy episode that features our amazing guest Kim Coffin. Kim is a sex and empowerment coach as well as a best selling author, a podcast host and teacher, and the founder of Get Your Sexy Back. She specializes in sexuality, tantric sex, and relationship transformation while also helping singles and couples with coaching and tools for sexual confidence, self love, pleasure, empowerment, and intimacy with themselves and others. Her mission is to create healthy sexuality with less shame and more pleasure. Let’s jump right in! In this episode…
Quotes: “We are helping women feel like they can come home to themselves and to their sexualities and to whatever their life has for them.” - Nikki Spo “Divine feminine starts in your body. It starts when we create safety and trust and really learn how to come home in your body to the point that you know your pleasure.” - Kim Coffin “I always say that keeping secrets is like keeping poison in your body.” - Nikki Spo “Nobody ever taught me how to be a woman. I just had to learn it on the fly.” - Nikki Spo “When we can reconnect to our inner feminine, to our sacred pleasure, to Pussy, to our pelvic bowl, what is possible is coming home to that essence of who we are, who we always were. And from there we can create the best life and the best relationships and have the best sex that you have ever imagined.” - Kim Coffin “There's two very different types of hoe phases. There's the hoe phase where you're going and looking for something to complete you. And then there's the surrendering inwards phase, and simply being in your pleasure all day long in the bedroom and out of the bedroom. There's different energies to them.” - Kim Coffin “The pendulum went way too far. And it put women in their masculine energy. And we don't need to be in our masculine, we need to come back to our feminine, come back to our body, come back to our safety and trust.” - Kim Coffin “Pleasure is a nervous system reset!” - Kim Coffin Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:55 | Intro 1:55 - 4:20 | Finding safety & security within ourselves 4:20 - 8:20 | Divine feminine & divine masculine 8:20 - 12:35 | Defining traumatic events 12:35 - 15:50 | Redefining what it means to be a women 15:50 - 18:15 | Trusting yourself 18:15 - 22:08 | Different energies 24:47 - 30:25 | Training yourself out of masculine and into feminine 30:25 - 31:35 | Step one to coming back into your femininity 31:35 - 35:25 | Listening to your body 35:25 - 40:00 | Bringing pleasure into your daily life 40:00 - 42:50 | Finding the good 42:50 - 46:25 | Outro — When shopping for a new car, Toyota of North Miami has to be at the top of your list. Toyota of North Miami is a Miami based dealership that offers you a superior selection of new Toyota vehicles as well as a large inventory of used vehicles and certified pre owned Toyotas. Right now, you can lease a new Toyota Corolla for just $79 a month and get free car washes for life. Be sure to check out Toyota of North Miami for all of your car purchasing needs. — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Kim Coffin https://getyoursexyback.ca/ / get-your-sexy-back Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 04 Jul 2023 | 105. Film, Sex, and Magic with Emily Ruhl | 00:36:58 | |
What’s up, Truthspeakers! This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals! -- In this episode, we explore Emily Ruhl’s career journey, love life, and sexuality, along with her hardships, **magic**, advocacy, and vulnerability. This convo is inspiring, enchanting, and thought-provoking, and Emily is just…. WOW. A GORGEOUS, GORGEOUS ENERGY. — Emily Ruhl is a multi-talented model, actress, producer, writer, and director. She has been featured in various publications and represented cosmetic brands like Smashbox, Too Faced, KKW Beauty, and MAC. BLUE MOON marks Emily’s debut as a producer, director, and writer. The short film has been screened at 100+ festivals worldwide and received multiple big-time awards. In this episode…
Quotes “Now, at 27, I am discovering my sexuality.” “We were good people but bad for each other.” “What does love really mean? Love has to be mutual in order to be real.” “Sex has been such a taboo topic for women. It is so refreshing that this generation is addressing it so much earlier.” - Nikki Sp0 “Love is love. It comes in all shapes and sizes and timelines.” “BLUEMOON’s tagline is ‘if you believe in magic, once in a blue moon, you might just find it.’ I think that’s such a great tagline for life.” “Having my LGBTQ film shown in countries where being gay is not accepted is incredible.” “I think about my life and about how the best days are yet to come.” - Nikki Spo “Everyone knows someone who is struggling. It is time to give that a voice.” “Some people need to have their voices heard. There is freedom and power in that.” - Nikki Spo Time stamps 0:00- 2:20 | Emily Introduction 2:20- 9:20 | Emily’s career 9:20- 16:10 | Sexuality and love 16:10- 22:10 | Emily’s short film, BLUEMOON 22:10- 24:45 | Sex, sobriety, and relationships 24:45- 35:42 | Healing through our voice Connect with Emily @emilyruhl / @publicschoolpictures Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 11 May 2021 | 2. Evelyn Mendal, LMHC: Parenting with Confidence + Thriving Through Infertility | 00:42:37 | |
Evelyn Mendal is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor whose practice is devoted to arming parents with the tools to parent confidently and to raise resilient children. After years of struggling to see desired results when it came to helping kids, Evelyn shifted her focus to coaching parents to younger children. When parents apply Evelyn’s methods, the transformation to the family unit are impressive and, in most scenarios, children do not need to be individually treated. Parenting is not easy. There is no manual, and we are all doing our best to create safe and nurturing environments for our children while working out some of the programming that we ourselves learned as children. When it comes to parenting, Evelyn provides a wealth of knowledge and tools for the parent who is willing to look inwards. Outside of her work as a therapist and coach, Evelyn is a mother of one who has and continues to struggle with infertility. In this episode, Evelyn courageously discusses her journey to motherhood and gives valuable advice to women and families who are trying to conceive. In this episode, we speak about: · The brain development and subconscious development of small children and how that can impact their adult lives · Children’s emotional and intellectual stages and growth · The impact that caregivers and involved adults can have in children’s lives · Conscious parenting · The importance of setting boundaries with children and how to set them effectively · What to do when we make (the inevitable) mistakes in parenthood · The silent battle of infertility and trying to conceive with difficulty · How to get support when trying to conceive Favorite Quotes: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou “Anything that is mentionable, is manageable.” -Mr. Rogers Connect with Evelyn: Instagram: @hatchandbloomco Web: www.hatchandbloom.co Email: evelyn@hatchandbloom.co Connect with Nikki: Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Web: www.nikkispo.com Email: brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 23 Apr 2024 | From Trauma to Triumph with Alreen Haeggquist. Ep. 145 | 00:42:21 | |
Trigger Warning: This week we are discussing a topic that can feel heavy for some. Our guest is Alreen Haeggquist and we are having a conversation around sexual abuse, assault, healing from trauma, and advocating for yourself and others. Alreen is a seasoned lawyer, author, and advocate on a mission to amplify voices and combat silence around abuse. As always, check in with yourself as this topic can be super triggering, so move through this as you need to🤍 In this episode…
Quotes: “Keeping secrets is like drinking poison. It really poisons us from the inside out.” - Nikki Spo “Not staying silent and starting to let out all the trauma is how we can get out of that shameful mindset and stop the generational pattern of keeping it all in.” -Alreen Haeggquist “I was really angry. Not about what happened to me, but angry that I had to deal with the messed up stuff and thoughts that I had to deal with this and that I have to clean it up.” - Alreen Haeggquist “I want women to know you could talk about it and it actually is how you're going to get to the next step and live the life that you didn't think you were deserving of or didn't think you could have.” - Alreen Haeggquist “It is so important to have people in your corner who believe you. I know what it's like to come out and not be believed, and it’s excruciating when you have to try to convince people you've been hurt. It's really such a horrible toxic place to be in.” - Nikki Spo “Sharing what happened to you with other people is healing in and of itself.” - Alreen Haeggquist Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:15 | Intro 2:15 - 5:20 | Feeling silenced 5:20 - 7:20 | Not keeping secrets 7:20 - 12:15 | Listening to your body 12:15 - 17:15 | Gaslighting 17:15 - 23:21 | Silencing as the biggest form of gaslighting 23:21 - 25:00 | Woman are under attack sexually 25:00 - 27:35 | Identifying and not identifying as the victim 27:35 - 29:40 | Helping women from a lawyers perspective 29:40 - 32:30 | The importance of being believed 32:30 - 39:55 | Steps to healing 39:55 - 42:21 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. – When shopping for a new car, Toyota of North Miami has to be at the top of your list. Toyota of North Miami is a Miami based dealership that offers you a superior selection of new Toyota vehicles as well as a large inventory of used vehicles and certified pre owned Toyotas. Right now, you can lease a new Toyota Corolla for just $79 a month and get free car washes for life. Be sure to check out Toyota of North Miami for all of your car purchasing needs. Connect with Alreen Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 19 Apr 2022 | 42. DUI, Drinking to Cope, and Other Red Flags with Nikki Spo | 00:25:35 | |
This episode of The Know with Nikki Spo is brought to you by way. way creates beautiful therapeutic audio tracks in your own voice, customized to your needs and goals, like reducing anxiety or increasing confidence. Use my code NIKKISPO for 10% off any track or pack at www.experienceway.com. This episode of The Know with Nikki Spo is ALSO brought to you by Pillow Cube. Pillow Cube is the best pillow for side sleepers and has become a necessity for me in achieving my most comfortable, restful sleep. Use my code NikkiSpo10 to purchase yours today at www.pillowcube.com. __ TKNS family… April 18th, 2020 is my sobriety date, which means I now have two consecutive years of sobriety. That’s 730 days to be exact, and every day counts. Every moment has mattered. My life feels like a different life in so many ways. And in a lot of ways, it’s the same. Hardships don’t stop happening just because I got sober. BUT… How I handle tough moments has changed dramatically. How I feel about who I am, how I love myself, and how I love other people has changed. With the absence of self-medication, my level of compassion towards others has improved while my tolerance for pain has diminished. I have chosen to be open about my alcoholism and sobriety because I know how inspiring it has been for me to see other women standing in their power and thriving in recovery. The lives I have seen change from this lifestyle choice have been an important part of my own recovery, and I am hoping that I might be able to spread the light towards another person who is sick and suffering in the throes of addiction. In this episode, I cover some of the red flags that were there for me… that I have been able to acknowledge in hindsight. These are my own and are not necessarily yours or anyone else’s red flags. These recollections and observations are simply part of my journey which I have been able to reflect upon during my time abstaining from alcohol. Thank you for tuning in to this very vulnerable message about my personal recovery journey. Connect with me: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information about collabs/sponsorships, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 11 Jun 2024 | Bag... SECURED. Pt 2. Ep. 151 | 00:51:12 | |
We are backkkkk my friends with Part 2 of Bag… SECURED featuring my bestie Jamie Ruiz. Tune in to hear the rest! In this episode…
Quotes “Women should be dating and getting to know multiple people. Dating doesn’t mean sleeping with people or hooking up with everybody. When I say I’m dating, I’m getting to know multiple people and I think that it;s really important to clarify that dating doesn’t mean sleeping with.” - Nikki Spo “It’s not the trauma that the relationship brought you, it's the trauma that led you to that relationship.” - Jamie Ruiz “Feeling not good enough while growing up transferred into all my romantic relationships for a while.” - Nikki Spo “I have this theory that if you can take my man, have him. If my man is snatchable, take him. I don’t want that.” - Nikki Spo “Dating since divorce has revealed to me that I still have a huge capacity for love. It did not ruin me.” - Nikki Spo “There's something so cool about learning yourself and experiencing yourself through new people post divorce.” - Jamie Ruiz “I’m living by this new quote now and it's that ‘I’m easy to please but hard to impress.’” - Nikki Spo “I believe we can have it all when it comes to how we feel.” - Jamie Ruiz Timestamps: 0:00 - 7:40 | Are you dating?! 7:40 - 11:20 | Age differences in romantic relationships 11:20 - 12:20 | Secret relationships 12:20 - 13:45 | Girls girl 13:45 - 19:35 | The Miami Heat 19:35 - 23:25 | Being in love since the divorce 23:25 - 27:05 | Dating with 3 kids 27:05 - 28:55 | More kids?! 28:55 - 35:10 | Going through a traumatic time period to heal 35:10 - 37:35 | Money 37:35 - 40:00 | Finding the good men 40:00 - 43:55 | What does Nikki want the people to know about her 43:55 - 50:05 | Jamie’s tarot reading 50:05 - 51:12 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Jamie Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 28 Mar 2023 | 91. Celebrating You with Nikki Spo | 00:14:40 | |
Hello, Truthspeakers and Light-seekers! This episode is being recorded all the way from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, only 7 minutes before my 36th birthday. This year I am celebrating the BNE (Big Nik Energy), and in this episode, we are celebrating YOU! When was the last time you celebrated something you did? And I mean celebrating the small, the big, and all of the stuff in between. Tune in and start celebrating yourself! In this episode…
Quotes “There are so many moments worth celebrating in life.” “On my birthday this year, I was not only celebrating the fact I was born, but I was also celebrating, and continue to celebrate, the hard things I have overcome.” “The people who love you will want to celebrate you.” “The more you celebrate life, the more it will celebrate you.” “I love having my girl crew of women who are so die-hard supportive of me, and I love reciprocating that. We, as women cheering each other on, make all of the difference. Be that cheerleader for other women in your life.” “I am the CEO boos-babe of my own life; I get to dictate when, how, and with whom I celebrate. YOU can do the same.” “Celebrating yourself is an act of self-love. It means becoming deeply connected to our own lives and filling our own cups so that we can show up better for the world.” Timestamps 0:00- 2:00 | Intro 2:00- 5:40 | Why you should celebrate yourself 5:40- 7:50 | How I celebrate myself 7:50- 10:50 | Reluctance to celebrate yourself 10:50- 11:55 | Considering what your future self wants to feel like 11:42- 13:00 | What self-celebration is NOT Connect with me: Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 05 Apr 2022 | 40. Can YOU Make Single Your Superpower?! with Case Kenny | 00:40:02 | |
Hey Truth Speakers! Episode 40 of The Know with Nikki Spo is brought to you by Pillow Cube! This is THE pillow for side sleepers, and Pillow Cube has been a game-changer for me when it comes to getting a good night’s rest. Check out www.pillowcube.com and use my code NikkiSpo10 for 10% off of your order today! -- This week is BIG TIME! We have our first male guest on deck and he is SO GOOD! Case Kenny is a Chicago-based writer, podcaster, and recording artist who has made a name for himself as a mindfulness thought leader. Case is the man behind the successful mindset journal, The New Mindset Journal. His passion for growth, meditation, and music led him to start his podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis. After two years of hosting his podcast, the show had garnered over 8 million downloads, was named on Apple Podcast’s top 30 list, iHeart Radio’s top 10 list, top 100 Mental Health list, Deezer Editor’s Choice, and more. In Episode 40, Case and Nikki dive into the idea of making “single” your “superpower!” Case discusses how being single has allowed him to prioritize himself and give him the time and energy to become his best, most authentic self. He passionately covers how we (as a society AND as individuals) can reframe how we view being single: instead of attaching to negativity, we can focus on using the uncoupled times in our lives to our advantage. The goal is… a self-sufficient mindset! Case encourages all friends who are riding solo to focus on learning new lessons, having new experiences, and revealing more truths about themselves. Ultimately, every relationship we are in, whether it ends or not, will lead us to more personal growth. And that’s what The Know is all about. #IYKYK In this episode:
Connect with Case: Connect with Nikki: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For more info on collabs/sponsorships, email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 22 Aug 2023 | 112. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: BREAKING! I’m Not Healed | 00:12:38 | |
I am breaking some MF news today…and that is…I am not perfect, and I am not fully healed. I don’t want anyone in my audience to think I have it all together. Because I don’t. I sometimes get messages like, “You don’t know anything,” and “Who do you think you are?” I am here to address this bullsh*t. This show is not about knowing everything but about getting to know ourselves. It is literally in the show’s tagline, Y’ALL. I am HEALING. Not HEALED. I am searching to know more about myself and helping others do the same in our journey together. In my pursuit to address this, I am sharing tidbits of my life lately and tips on how we can combat the haters. Let’s f*cking go. In this episode…
Quotes: “There is a misconception that if you talk about healing, you are automatically healed. If you make mistakes, you are a hypocrite. Part of the healing process is knowing that you will continue to make mistakes and learning from them forever.” “Taking accountability does not mean accepting responsibility for the entirety of a situation gone bad. It means taking responsibility for your part in the experience.” “Whether people take responsibility for their actions or not, holding resentment toward others ultimately only hurts ourselves.” “Healing is not linear. We do not arrive. We continue to work at it.” Timestamps: 0:00- 1:15 | Introduction 1:15- 4:20 | My meltdown 4:20- 5:30 | Girl shaming 5:30- 6:30 | Making mistakes 6:30- 9:00 | Taking responsibility 9:00- 11:10 | Resentment and anger 11:10- 12:38 | Being kind to ourselves Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 09 May 2023 | 97. Intuition and Karmic Relationships with Nikki Novo | 00:57:46 | |
What’s up Truthspeakers! This episode is brought to you by Cinderfit and Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals! Nikki Novo is a Cuban-American bestselling author of "The Final Swipe," an intuitive healer and spiritual teacher. Her expertise lies in helping individuals discover clarity and purpose across all aspects of their lives. Nikki promotes holistic health and wellness and has spoken for Equinox, Yahoo, Bumble, Aveeno, Macy's, and more. She has been featured in Oprah Magazine, Marie Claire, NBC, and Telemundo. The episode emphasizes the importance of intuition and how it can be developed through mindfulness practices and connecting with the mind, body, and soul. She explores the concept of feeling a connection with other souls and its relation to metaphysical beliefs. Additionally, Nikki delves into karmic relationships and how they can provide valuable life lessons. Nikki explores the path to forgiveness, explaining how holding onto negative emotions can block personal and spiritual growth. Tune in to listen to a conversation with thought-provoking insights on spirituality and guidance on how to live a more fulfilling and spiritually aware life. In this episode…
Quotes: “You can communicate with your spiritual guides if you believe we have lived many lives.” “The idea of a karmic relationship is that you have lived other lifetimes with the people in your life. You will stay in the same sticky patterns until the lessons have been learned.” “Our kids come here with their own purpose. We are here to help them live into that purpose.” “It is important to understand how your intuition comes through. Once you know how to receive your intuition, you will listen to yourself more.” “Our soul communicates through our intuition. We really want to live a soul-led life.” “In this lifetime we are mind, body, and soul. We are spiritual beings living a very human life.” “Intuition is synonymous with curiosity.” “Forgiveness is the portal for getting a clean slate.” Timestamps: 0:00- 13:20 | Nikki Novo’s background 13:20- 24:30 | Spiritual guides and karmic relationships 24:30- 35:30 | About your intuition 35:30- 48:08 | Finding your path 48:08- 55:00 | Forgiveness 55:00- 56:00 | About Nikki’s book & how to contact Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Connect with Nikki Novo @nikkinovo / @soulreadingmethod Prepare to elevate your fitness routine with CinderFit - the ultimate all-in-one workout tool! As a proud sponsor of The Know with Nikki Spo, CinderFit is delighted to offer our listeners free shipping. Simply visit www.cinderfit.com and use code NIKKISPO to redeem your deal 😎. Tune in now and explore how CinderFit can assist you in reaching your fitness aspirations! — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 10 Jan 2023 | 80. Attached to Nothing and Connected to Everything with Nikki Spo | 00:12:32 | |
It’s week two of 2023, my loves! And… not only do we remember to swerve and serve into this new year, but we also remember to become attached to nothing and CONNECTED to everything.
In this episode, I explain the difference between being attached vs. being connected, and I tap into some of the teachings of the late Wayne Dyer. I share a popular Sufi tale to help paint a picture of how to remain unattached yet.. connected, and I share why this can help YOU make your life flourish.
Connect to this! Episode 80. Let’s go! Quotes: “I believe that a small part of my inner knowing is to share parts of my journey in order to help others feel a sense of community of being seen and understood.” “My core desire has always been to live.” “I used to feel really ashamed of my big emotions. Now I view it as a gift.” “I can be attached and connected. But I can also be connected without being attached. I believe this is a much healthier space to reside in.” “My goal for 2023 is to be attached to nothing yet connected to everything.” Timestamps: 0:40- 2:57| Tapping into a deeper sense of inner knowing 2:57- 6:07 | Being attached to nothing but connected to everything 6:07- 7:30 | The difference between attachment and connection 7:30- 10:00 | Good thing, bad thing, who knows 10:00- | Labeling things that happen to us Connect with Nikki: Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 28 Nov 2023 | 126. You’re Not Hard to Love with Paul Scanlon | 00:36:28 | |
Hello my friends, welcome back to The Know! I am so thrilled to host today’s guest all the way from across the pond in the UK, Paul Scanlon. Following 30 plus years in the not-for-profit sector, Paul Scanlon now has a focus on empowering and educating people through his online content, courses, mentoring, and speaking. His ability to make complex things simple is a hallmark of his skill as a communicator as well as his belief that it is more important to grow people than things. Today we get to experience a unique one-on-one conversation with him, and we talk about a lot… but the main message here is: YOU ARE NOT HARD TO LOVE. In this episode…
Quotes: “You are not hard to love, Maybe the issue isn't that. Maybe the issue is you're looking for love from the wrong people. This doesn't mean the people that you're looking to love can't love you at all, but they have this cutoff point beyond which you feel no one can love you fully.” - Paul Scanlon “I've had a reckoning with myself about who, what, when, where, and why. All the things about myself came into question. I don't see it, like you said, how many people do as a midlife crisis. I do see it as a midlife unraveling and a reckoning, and an awakening of sorts that I'm very privileged to have arrived at.” - Nikki Spo “I think people need an awakening voice in a book, podcast, conversation, or a movie or TV show. Something random that wakes them up away from their attachment to their egoic identity.” - Paul Scanlon “For the lights to come on for someone through what I do It is the most exhilarating, rewarding thing because I was that person. I got no help. All of my awakenings came from struggling and stumbling more than I should have done. That's why now I love to help people turn the light on, but most importantly, my job isn't to keep turning your light on for you, It's to show you where the light switch is.” - Paul Scanlon “I want to be publicly and openly sober because I think people need examples of what it can look like, even if it’s not perfect.” - Nikki Spo “People don't know that they're not conscious. That's the problem we all have. Everybody thinks that they're conscious. So when we talk to people about being unconscious, they don't know what we mean.” - Paul Scanlon “There's this saying that when the student's ready, the teacher appears. What this ancient Eastern wisdom means is that your growth and your education and your waking up, is far more to do with your readiness than it is to do with teachers.” - Paul Scanlon “If you can encapsulate your why, your purpose, your wake-up mantra in a piece of jewelry or clothing or a piece of artwork or a tattoo, then go ahead and do that because it's not random. Getting something in your life or on your body that is your story or reminds you of what this cost you is a part of waking up.” - Paul Scanlon Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:10 | Introduction 2:10 - 6:40 | Stuff happens to all of us! 6:40 - 11:35 | Feeling hard to love 11:35 - 16:55 | Coaching people to happiness / Ego identity 16:55 - 18:25 | Leading by example & finding your example 18:25 - 22:10 | Guiding people to their own sense of consciousness and awakening 22:10 - 26:40 | Time and place of reading a book 26:40 - 31:15 | Long term love & partnership 31:15 - 34:45 | Being comfortable in your own skin 34:45 - 36:28 | Outroduction Connect with Paul Scanlon Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 17 Aug 2021 | 9. Steph Shep on Saying Yes, Showing Up, and Being Present for Your Life & Planet | 00:42:04 | |
Stephanie Shepherd is an entrepreneur, environmental advocate, and tastemaker who educates her dedicated fanbase on how to blend luxury lifestyle and conscious consumerism. Formerly the Chief Operating Officer of Kardashian West Brands, Steph has since established her own platform and partnered with several prominent lifestyle brands including American Express and Google. Most recently, Steph has lent her expertise to Elle Magazine as a monthly contributor and is the host and an executive producer on Facebook’s “StephShepSays”. In 2019, Steph co-founded the climate education platform @FutureEarth. She is an active Board Member for Former Vice President Al Gore’s The Climate Reality Project, a strategic advisor for Khana, and has recently joined former Secretary of State John Kerry’s new climate initiative called “World War Zero”. In this 9th episode of The Know, Steph and Nikki cover a whole host of topics. This unique episode is light-hearted, inspiring, and moving. Topics range from Steph’s early career as a dancer, how she moved into other careers, and how saying yes, being self-competitive, and staying humble and right-sized has pivoted her into numerous unforeseeable career and life paths. Steph and Nikki also discuss the fact that most young people do not actually know what they want to do when they grow up, how hard work and a positive attitude can take you anywhere, following your intuition, the climate crises, racial and social injustice and how they are directly impacted by the climate crises, and so much more! More topics covered in this episode: Working for strong, powerful females and how empowering that can be The beauty of not comparing yourself to others and the challenge presented by social media Starting your career with no “agenda” Working hard while cultivating relationships and how that can open up the world It is ok to not have a specific path Learning to trust yourself more and how to follow your “know” through trial and error Growing up non-caucasian in America Connect with Steph: Instagram: @steph_shep / @futureearth Connect with Nikki: Instagram: @NikkiSappSpo / @TheKnowWithNikkiSpo Website: www.nikkispo.com For information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 07 Dec 2021 | 23. Creating Awareness as Parents and Establishing Leadership in the Workplace with Natalie Norfus of The Norfus Firm | 00:37:21 | |
So many powerful points in this episode! Natalie Norfus is Managing Owner at The Norfus Firm. She is an HR & Inclusion Strategist, a mother, a trusted friend and a workplace problem solver. Natalie has over 15 years of experience counseling employers on diversity & HR strategies, compliance, and litigation. Natalie has worked with global employers in various industries including quick services restaurants, manufacturing, financial services, and healthcare, and she firmly believes that there is no “one size fits all” approach to HR and diversity strategies. Having come from a diverse upbringing and having worked with employers across the globe, Natalie draws on her varied experiences to customize strategies that are unique to each organization. Natalie is passionate about supporting mentoring and educational opportunities for underserved youth. She currently serves on the board of directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami. In this informative episode of The Know, Nikki and Natalie examine the importance of building workplace cultures that include voices of varying backgrounds and ways to make this happen. Natalie and Nikki share their love of the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization and why they both find it crucial for their children to understand the importance of giving back to the community and truly being of service. Natalie discusses her role as an HR & Inclusion Strategist, and how she has been able to effectively work with companies to create safer and more productive workplaces. Natalie expands on her work with companies of varying sizes to implement short and longterm plans to increase minority representation and ownership and talks about why this is so important and culturally relevant. Natalie has also had a very pivotal role in helping companies to develop communication plans regarding their organizations’ position on diversity and diversity related issues. This episode touches on many important, sensitive, and timely topics that are critical to the success or failure of running a business in 2021. It is both engaging and informative! Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @theknowwithnikkispo / @nikkisappspo For information on sponsorships/collaboration, please contact brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 11 Jul 2023 | 106. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: Making Boredom Work for You | 00:17:07 | |
In this episode of Nikki Spo UNVEILED, we discuss boredom and how we can make boredom work for us. In this episode…
Quotes “Boredom is where the magic happens. It is when we can activate flexible thinking and stimulate a creative spark.” “Taking care of your boredom is your responsibility. It is your job to create a life that stimulates you.” “Boredom can be the catalyst that propels your brain into problem-solving mode. When there are no immediate distractions, your mind is free to solve issues.” “Boredom is like a mental gym for your problem-solving muscles.” “Resist the urge to rescue yourself from every moment of boredom. Let yourself navigate your way through these moments.” “When you allow yourself to embrace boredom, you allow your mind to slow down, be present, and practice mindfulness.” Time stamps 0:00- 0:54 | Introduction 0:54- 3:25 | No task boredom and task boredom 3:25- 5:30 | Boredom in your daily life 5:20- 15:10 | 5 ways why boredom is good for you 15:10- 15:45 | Boredom in relationships 15:45- 17:07 | Mindfulness & Gratitude Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 20 Jul 2021 | 7. Trauma Psychologist Dr. Andrea Loeb: Tools for Life & Recovery from Trauma | 00:44:31 | |
Dr. Andrea Loeb is a licensed psychologist and co-owner of South Miami Psychology Group in Miami, Florida. Dr. Loeb has been a practicing psychologist for over 20 years. Her vast array of specialties includes child sexual abuse and physical abuse, child trauma, teen sexual abuse and trauma, teen relationship issues, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, depression and virtual reality therapy. In her practice, Dr. Loeb uses multiple therapeutic modalities including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Progressive Counting, and Virtual Reality Therapy. She has many credentials and accreditations and works with various non-profits including serving as Clinical Director of Kristi House in Miami, Florida. Dr. Loeb is incredibly skilled and passionate about the work that she does. Dr. Loeb respectfully brings a level of humanity and levity to some very dark and serious subject matter. Dr. Loeb believes that through therapy work that people can “realize that, despite what has happened in your life, you can create a future you’re proud of – one where you thrive and live up to your potential”. In this episode, Dr. Loeb touches on many important topics including trauma, what it is and what it is not, how to identify trauma, the “levels” of trauma, the very real notion of “vicarious trauma” and most importantly that one can absolutely heal from trauma. Dr. Loeb talks about how she entered this professional space and provides some amazing techniques for our listeners to use in moments of anxiety or distress. Although the subject matter is heavy, Dr. Loeb has an amazing way of keeping the conversation positive while honoring the process of healing. More topics covered in this episode: What trauma looks like What “vicarious trauma” is and how friends and family or even bystanders can be very affected by other peoples’ trauma The emotional and psychological reasons that one may feel that they need to avoid a difficult global or community event How important it is for trauma victims to feel heard Why therapy for trauma and sexual abuse works Tools for healing Counting and sensory techniques to combat anxiety How to leave emotionally challenging work at work How the stigma of going to therapy has been reduced by the pandemic That therapy is not just for people who have had major traumatic life events and can greatly benefit people looking for additional coping strategies and people wanting to be their best selves. Connect with Dr. Loeb: Web: www.southmiamipsychologygroup.com Instagram: @southmiamipsychology Email: drloeb@southmiamipsych.com Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 29 Mar 2022 | 39. The Mindset Mission | 00:12:46 | |
Hey Truth Speakers! I want to make sure that Sana Skin Studio is on your radar, which is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. -- Today we are going on a Mindset Mission. But first, I just wanted to say that I am so grateful that you spend your time with me on this show. So many of you send me DM’s about what my episodes mean to you or how closely you can relate. It affirms that I am in the right space and that the work is worth it. I love being tagged in your IG stories and reading your reviews on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, it truly means the world to me. Today’s topic is “A Mindset Mission”. I am going to be talking about changing our mindsets. I’m going to tell you about how I have been able to change my mindset at various points in my life... in the hopes that you can find it relatable and /or inspiring. We will take a look at how we genuinely process our experiences, and how we can find peace in these experiences while still honoring the difficult aspects of life. We will also analyze our 5 senses and how our experiences with our 5 senses matter. Come with me on this mission to create the lives that we want and the lives that we deserve. In this episode, we will discuss: Changing our mindsets Toxic positivity The duality of life Taking time to heal Making meaningful choices Setting goals for our lives Starting now Our 5 senses and how it relates to mindset Connect with Nikki: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 25 Jan 2022 | 30. Marriage & INTIMACY with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell | 00:38:39 | |
Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, MD is known as “The Intimacy Doctor.” She is an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy” and host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast. First as a Family Medicine doctor and now as a coach, for over 20 years Alexandra has shown men and women how to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life-- from the daily grind of running a household to clear and intimate communication (and ecstatic experiences in the bedroom). A wife of 26 years and a mother of 4, Alexandra believes the key to passion and fulfillment, intimacy and success, isn’t compromise--it’s being unwilling to compromise. Because when both people feel free to be themselves, the relationship becomes juicy, nourishing, and deeply satisfying. Alexandra has been featured in the Huffington Post, Rolling Stone, USAToday, Cosmopolitan, Business Insider, thriveglobal, mindbodygreen, FOX NEWS NYC, and Disruptors Magazine recently named her one of “30 Inspiring Women to Watch in 2022.” In this episode of The Know with Nikki Spo, Nikki and Alexandra discuss many things related to intimacy, relationships and marriage. Alexandra breaks down the concept of “Uncompromising Intimacy” and explains how this starts with the relationship we have with ourselves. Alexandra disppells the notion that longterm relationships must experience a loss of passion and shares real, practical (and quick!) strategies to keep passion alive on a daily basis. Alexandra shares her experience as a medical doctor, an intimacy coach and a wife of over 25 years in a refreshing and hopeful way. Through slowing down and being vulnerable, Alexandra highlights that we can all find a deeper sense of internal intimacy and ultimately turn lifes' everyday moments into sensual connected experiences. Additional topics covered:
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| 29 Aug 2023 | 113. Discussing Borderline Personality Disorder with Dr. Rachna Buxani-Mirpuri | 00:45:03 | |
Please welcome back to #THEKNOW, Dr. Rachna Buxani-Mirpuri! In this episode, Nikki and Dr. Rachna talk about personality disorders and how important it is to spark conversation around them. Dr. Rachna Buxani-Mirpuri is a renowned expert in the field of mental health, specializing in personality disorders. She has dedicated her career to understanding and treating these complex conditions. Not only is Dr. Rachna an expert in these conditions, but she is also a compassionate and empathetic professional who touches the lives of those seeking support. Join us as we dive into a transformative conversation about science, treatment options, and the keys to living a fulfilling life with a personality disorder. In this episode…
Quotes: “Personality disorders are something that affects not only the individual but everyone else around them.” “People with Borderline Personality Disorder can learn to manage it and go on to have fulfilling and meaningful relationships.” “I want people to move away from the judgment surrounding these disorders and the stigma that a grey cloud hangs over mental health in general. There is hope for a better life ahead.” - Nikki Spo “Having the constant feeling of emptiness is saddening. You spend your days in and out dealing with the feeling of emptiness. It can be debilitating.” “Mindfulness gives you the pause between reaction and responding. It gives you that minute to think about how you will react. Mindfulness is very helpful for people who struggle with BPD.” “If you feel like someone would benefit from seeking therapy, come from a place of compassion and empowerment rather than judgment.” Timestamps: 0:00- 2:00 | Introduction 2:00- 7:10 | About personality disorders 7:10- 14:50 | Borderline Personality Disorders 14:50- 32:00 | Traits of Borderline Personality Disorders 32:00- 38:30 | Finding the right therapist and treatment options 38:30- 45:02 | Sharing this information from an angle of love and compassion 7 traits of BPD: Fear of abandonment A pattern of unstable relationships Identity disturbance Impulsive behaviors Suicidality Constant feeling of emptiness Frequent mood swings Connect with Dr. Rachna Buxani-Mirpuri. Buxani Care office #: (786)-608-HOPE Email: rachna@buxanicare.com Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 23 Jan 2024 | 132. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: The Loneliness Epidemic | 00:19:48 | |
What is up light beams, truth speakers, and amplifiers! You are listening to a mini episode of Nikki Spo UNVEILED where I get deep-ER and talk about topics that are very personal to me. Today we are going to dive into a creepy little topic that messes with all of us, the loneliness epidemic. Tune in and don’t forget that no one is alone in this wild journey called life! In this episode…
Quotes “I think a lot of people are just really just starving for connections of any type.” - Nikki Spo “You can feel lonely even if you have a lot of people around you because loneliness isn't about the quantity of your relationships, but about the quality of your connections.” - Nikki Spo “I think it's crucial that we start to become more self -aware and that involves taking a personal inventory of sorts. Being able to humbly, vulnerably, and honestly look at ourselves and our respective situations.” - Nikki Spo “Looking within and connecting with a higher power as you understand that higher power is really the antidote for loneliness.” - Nikki Spo “Another antidote for loneliness is helping other people, connecting with people, places and things that make your insides feel good.” - Nikki Spo “Holding resentment is like drinking poison and expecting someone else to die from it. It is poison for our own soul.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:15 | Introduction 3:15 - 6:20 | Understanding the loneliness epidemic 6:20 - 8:25 | Social media’s impact 8:25 - 9:45 | Self awareness & looking within 11:55 - 12:40 | Craving validation 12:40 - 13:35 | Connecting with a higher power 13:35 - 14:45 | Finding connections that make you feel good 14:45 - 17:00 | Dissecting resentment 17:00 - 18:20 | Feeling entitled to our emotions 18:20 - 19:48 | Outro — Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 30 Jan 2024 | 133. SO... You're Getting a Divorce!? with Michelle Suarez | 00:41:04 | |
Welcome back light seekers and truth speakers! Today my guest, Michelle Suarez, and I are going to talk about what seems to be a hot topic lately, which is… DIVORCE. Michelle Suarez is a mom of three and an attorney who founded The Divorce Broker, which is a boutique firm for professional guidance and legal consulting support to women who need general advice, are contemplating or navigating the challenging process of divorce, pre and post-nuptial, settlement agreements and beyond. In this conversation, Michelle gets candid about the most common fears and hesitations she encounters when coaching her clients through a divorce process, along with how she helps her clients feel empowered and confident through the phases of their journey. This is one of those convos that you’ll be grateful to hear without having had to ask the questions yourself ;) In this episode…
Quotes: “After my divorce was over I knew this is what I wanted to do. This is my calling. I want to sit down and I want to help women.” - Michelle Suarez “The hardest part is being able to think clearly, being able to set your emotions aside, and watching your whole life change.” - Michelle Suarez “I read something recently that said, ‘You're not my competition. Everybody's assignment is different.’ And so women need to come together and start turning towards each other instead of away from each other to help lift each other up in whatever capacity that is.” - Nikki Spo “I wanted to focus on women because we need each other. And I think we're amazing beings. I think we're smart and I think all of us have something to offer each other.” - Michelle Suarez “I love to see women coming together to support each other, but I think there's also something hugely powerful when men come up and rise up to support women in their journeys to you.” - Nikki Spo “Divorce is hard on everyone. Whether you want it or not it rocks your world.” - Michelle Suarez “You need to find a place where you can have your feelings supported and controlled so that you can make clear decisions. And that's why I'm doing this to make that place for other women.” - Michelle Suarez “I think that a lot of people feel alone in general, not just in divorces, but with whatever they're going through. So finding a community of people that can support is so important.” Nikki Spo “I think that in general, regardless of marriage, divorce, or relationships, more and more women need to come to a sense of awareness and awakening within themselves that they deserve to have a seat at the table when it comes to their own finances.” - Nikki Spo “It's never going to be easy because divorce is not an easy thing. But I think if you prioritize your children and let them be the center and make your decisions around them, it is much better.” - Michelle Suarez Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:15 | Introduction 2:15 - 5:30 | Michelle’s background 5:30 - 9:00 | The hardest part about divorce 9:00 - 12:05 | Women working together 12:05 - 13:40 | Universal truths about the divorce process 13:40 - 16:05 | Addressing the BIG feelings 16:05 - 18:50 | Compartmentalizing 19:55 - 23:30 | What Michelle is REALLY doing for women 23:30 - 27:40 | Finances 27:40 - 28:30 | Every marriage is different! 28:30 - 33:30 | Dissecting stigmas 33:30 - 35:30 | Biggest fears of divorce 35:30 - 36:55 | Impact on kids 36:55 - 38:45 | Tips for women 38:45 - 41:04 | Outro — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Michelle Suarez & The Divorce Broker Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 30 Aug 2022 | 61. Diet Culture, Exercise, & The Stories We Tell Ourselves with Danielle Crease | 00:47:49 | |
SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. — In this episode, The Know Alum Guest, Danielle Crease, discusses the need to access your power through self-love to make positive and sustainable changes for a healthy life. She dives into the mental and physical work that is necessary to achieve this. There are so many components involved (and discussed)! From diet culture, exercise, and loving yourself… to not letting your stories define you and so much more. Danielle strives toward changing the narrative of dieting. She shares the scientific, mental, and emotional aspects of dieting, and in this episode, we learn how to support our bodies and remove the guilt of eating. Not only that, but Danielle also covers the concept of exercising to feel your best… not necessarily just to ‘be your skinniest.’ Danielle shows us that we can reframe the stories that we tell ourselves, and recognize the power they have over us. We are capable of anything! So tune in and learn how you can take control of your narrative. In this episode…
Connect with Nikki: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Connect with Danielle: https://danielle-crease-fa61.mykajabi.com/dcfit Soundbites you don't want to miss: “I think our role needs to be more helping someone find their healthiest body and also changing the narrative that it doesn’t need to fit into a certain box.” “If you don’t do the mental work and accept yourself, and you don’t make changes from a place of self-love versus a place of self-hate, then those changes won’t be sustainable and you won’t find the happiness that you think it will give you.” “Everything comes back to yourself and listening to yourself.” “Confidence is being able to step into something, and if it doesn’t work out, knowing you’ll be okay.” “When we go into these creation spaces, it is so easy to fall into worry and anxiety about those same stories that have limited us before.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 14 Mar 2023 | 89. The Way of Integrity Recap with Nikki Spo | 00:20:36 | |
Welcome back, Light-seekers and Truth-speakers! This week I am recapping a book that I read that was mindblowing. My dear friend (and former guest!) Susie Moore told me about Martha Beck’s book, The Way of Integrity, and I immediately hopped right in to read it. Martha Beck does a phenomenal job putting every emotion and feeling I have had about “the deep inner knowing” … into words. Check out the points that hit home for me. I hope you feel inspired to read the book! In this episode
Quotes: “Martha Beck states, ‘the end game of The Way of Integrity is coming to terms with the idea that we don’t actually know anything.’ If you have been listening, this is what The Know Podcast is paradoxically about.” “Martha Beck states that ‘the worst psychological sufferings come from thoughts that we genuinely believe, while simultaneously knowing that they are not true.’” “Reflecting on my childhood, adolescence, and adult life, and now being a parent, it is clear how powerful our words and actions are. In personal experience, we as children believe that our experiences directly reflect ourselves and our values.” “The stories we are told, and interpretations of our life’s experiences, can become part of our identity.” “I felt equally entitled to take up space and be large and magical and special, as I felt that I was unworthy of all that.” “I know for certain that I have created and live in my own hell of anger, pain, and suffering.” Timestamps: 0:00- 2:25 | Introduction 2:25- 5:50 | About the author’s two favorite analogies 5:50- 8:30 | Quotes from the book 8:30- 9:50 | Nikki’s personal “Hell” thoughts 9:50- 11:30 | The no-lie rule 11:30- 15:20 | Using anger as a source of information 15:20- 17:20 | Embracing the known misery 17:20- 20:00 | Martha’s vulnerability Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Martha Beck’s book, The Way of Integrity https://www.amazon.com/Way-Integrity-Finding-Path-Your/dp/1984881485 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 05 Oct 2021 | 14. Living Unapologetically with CAA Executive Lisa Joseph Metelus | 00:43:53 | |
It’s Sober October and this episode is sponsored by NOPE Alt-Cocktails! NOPE is shamelessly challenging the way you chill. Complex fruit and herbal flavors are integrated to elevate the booze-free beverage experience. This is a PREMIUM non-alcoholic cocktail alternative. ORDER NOW and use our code THEKNOWPE For 10% off of your first order at www.drinknope.com. Episode 14: Lisa Joseph Metelus is a Sports Executive at Creative Artists Agency. She is co-head of basketball marketing and servicing for CAA Sports, overseeing the off-the-court efforts of more than four dozen emerging and NBA All-Star players. Lisa works with the athletes she represents to create opportunities in endorsements, speaking engagements, philanthropy, digital content, publishing and more. Her clients include Dwyane Wade, Zion Williamson, and Jaren Jackson Jr. to name a few. Lisa also sits on the CAA Executive Board. In addition to her enormous career, Lisa is a wife and a mother to two small children. In this episode of The Know, Nikki and Lisa discuss Lisa’s illustrious career. Lisa and Nikki recount the early days of Lisa’s professional life, starting out as an intern for the Miami Heat, working alongside Alonzo Mourning as Director of Development for Alonzo Mourning Charities and eventually growing into the executive she is today. Lisa opens up to Nikki about meeting her husband Bobby after already having established her career. Lisa shares her experience of meeting her husband and having her children when she was already in a place of confidence and security as a successful woman. Lisa shares her thoughts on balance and on how she continued to build on her career while remaining unapologetic about her role as a mother and a woman. Lisa and Nikki also touch on the historic time after the murder of George Floyd and how it opened up so many dialogues and opportunities for social change. Lisa energetically shares her love of her family, her love of her career and how the two can coexist! Connect with Lisa: IG: @lisjoseph Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorship/collaboration opportunities, please email brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 31 Jan 2023 | 83. The Real Life of RHOM (and Anesthesiologist) Dr. Nicole Martin | 00:43:05 | |
This week we have an EXCITING interview with special guest Dr. Nicole Martin! Dr. Nicole Martin is a board-certified anesthesiologist and award-winning teacher and lecturer in Miami, Florida. She is a mom, doctor, and the most recent addition to the cast of Real Housewives of Miami. Nicole decided to open herself up and take a risk by sharing her story on the new platform of reality TV. She believes that women are capable of doing anything they can put their hearts and minds to. Dr. Nicole Martin shows us that having both beauty and brains is possible. In fact, it is possible to be capable of MANY things if you put your heart and mind to it. Nicole values having her own identity as an anesthesiologist while being a mother and wife. In this episode, Nikki and Nicole discuss what it is like growing up in Miami, dealing with family struggles, having your financial situation drastically change, sharing your life with the world, dealing with negativity, and so much more! In this episode…
Timestamps 0:00- 2:10 | Introduction 2:10- 10:30 | Nicole’s background 10:30- 12:00 | Understanding the value of money 12:00- 14:30 | Nicole’s relationship with her Father 14:30- 19:25 | Why Nicole wanted to become a doctor 19:25- 22:10 | Having kids and how it changes your life 22:10- 28:30 | Nicole’s Journey on the Real Housewives of Miami 28:30- 32:22 | Women being able to have beauty, brains, and more 32:22- 37:30 | The vulnerability of being on reality TV 37:30- 42:00 | Putting your kids on reality TV and sharing your life Quotes “I think being a mom makes me a much better physician, and being a physician makes me a much better mom. I value my time in each role so much more, knowing that the time is somewhat limiting.” “You don’t grow if you stay in your comfort zone. You really have to push yourself and take risks if you want to do something great or challenge yourself.” “It is important for my son to see that I, as a woman, have a passion and am motivated to go and do something.” “Having your own identity makes you a better mom.” “Being on reality TV, you get lost in the worry of, ‘what are people going to think?’ But at the end of the day, I can’t live like that. I just need to be true to who I am.” “I am so blessed that I have been able to surround myself with such an amazing team. It helps to make this world, which can be very toxic at times, feel much happier and more peaceful.” “I think we often get stuck in our fears and don’t do things because we are scared. But you need just to do it.” Connect with Nikki Spo @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Connect with Dr. Nicole Martin https://www.bravotv.com/people/nicole-martin SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 19 Jul 2022 | 55. COLUMBINE: Surviving, Remembering, and Life Afterwards with Will Beck | 00:51:31 | |
SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. -- In this episode, we have a serious, yet necessary conversation. We discuss the Columbine shooting in Denver, Colorado on April 20th, 1999. Nikki interviews Will Beck, a survivor of the Columbine High School shooting. In this powerful, truthful, and emotional episode, Will recounts this horrific day and walks us through his memories. This episode goes beyond Will’s story and talks about recovering from pain and trauma. It is important to take the time to tell these stories so that they don’t become myths. It’s real, and it is happening today. In this episode…
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| 03 Oct 2023 | 118. Recreating Yourself on Your Terms With Iman Hasan | 00:43:58 | |
In this engaging episode, we take a deep dive into the world of women's empowerment, modern well-being, and career development with our guest, Iman Hasan. Iman is the Founder and CEO of IHC Agency, an award-winning creative agency specializing in innovative marketing strategies. She has worked in luxury lifestyle and communication for over 15 years. Iman's interests extend far beyond her professional accomplishments. She is deeply passionate about wellness, animal rescue, plant medicine, psychedelic therapies, philanthropy, and her unwavering commitment to serving others as her life's higher purpose. What's truly inspiring about Iman is her unwavering support for women. She emphasizes the importance of choice in navigating the world as a woman. HER MOTTO IS, "You don't have to be a woman in a man's world; you just have to choose to be a woman." Her empowering messages throughout this episode will resonate with listeners from all walks of life, showing the importance of making your own decisions and, most importantly, choosing FREEDOM. In this episode… Iman’s background Growing up in London and living in Dubai Divorce Creating a network Having a voice Dealing with Imposter Syndrome Being authentic Alpha women Working your way up Financial freedom Being of service Gratitude and motherhood Choosing your soul’s journey Karma Quotes: “My contacts have gone a very long way. One thing I would tell young women is to be very good at making connections. My network is what carried me through for so long.” “I put myself out there. I was unapologetic and fearless about what I wanted for my future and how I wanted it to be. Even now, I still feel imposter syndrome.” “I am creating a space where I deserve to have a voice and be here. I deserve it, and everyone else deserves to hear this too. What we are talking about is really important.” - Nikki Spo “The journey starts with me.” “It is hard to be an alpha woman in a world that does not want alpha women to run rampant.” - Nikki Spo “What do you value? I value human connection. I value giving back and being in service.” “If you are doing something just for the gratitude or for the notoriety, then I urge people to question their true intentions.” - Nikki Spo “You don’t have to be a woman in a man’s world. You just have to choose to be a woman.” Timestamps: 0:00- 2:30 | Introduction 2:30- 7:30 | Iman’s background 7:30- 10:30 | Iman’s professional journey 10:30- 14:25 | Building a network 14:25- 20:01 | Being an alpha woman and working your way up 20:01- 30:00 | Service in Motherhood and healing your lineage 30:00- 41:45 | Dealing with Imposter Syndrome 41:45- 43:58 | Outro Connect with Iman Hassan Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 21 Jun 2021 | 5. Tina van der Ven on How to Succeed | 00:36:39 | |
Episode 5: How to Succeed with Tina van der Ven Tina van der Ven is a Public Relations and Marketing Superstar, a mother, a mentor and a wife who lives and works in Miami, Florida. Formerly of Greenberg Trauig, Ernst & Young & Enzyme, Inc., Tina is currently enjoying her roles as Chief Strategy Officer of NewStar Media, Founder of VDV Consulting, and PR and Marketing consultant to several diverse companies across the country. In this inspiring episode, Tina discusses her experience moving from Iran to America in the late seventies, watching her parents rebuild their lives in America starting from the ground up and using good old fashioned sweat equity to build success. She passionately discusses how these experiences shaped her work ethic and her entire life. Tina also discusses how taking time away from her career to focus on her family was an important experience for her and why it has been equally important for her to re-enter the workforce. Other topics covered in this episode are women supporting other women, what that really means and how women can better support one another, the importance of giving back to ones’ community, and the responsibility parents have to pass this important message along to their children. Tina reminds us that, “We ALL have a story. And stories are powerful.” In addition, we cover: · How to build success · Growing from our mistakes · Understanding who you are · How expectations can shape us in both positive and negative ways · Overcoming “mommy guilt” · The importance of mentorship Favorite Quotes: “Success comes with sweat equity.” “The people who win are the people who are consistently hungry.” “I don’t want my children to think they have to be perfect.” “Sometimes we get caught up in who we SHOULD be instead of who we WANT to be.” “It is our civic duty to roll up our sleeves and give back.” Episode Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Sana Skin Studio. To access $25 off of your first facial at Sana Skin Studio, use promo code: THEKNOWGLOW when booking via https://sanaskinstudio.com/home Connect with Tina Instagram: @newstarmediallc Web: www.newstarmedia.com Connect with Nikki Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Web: www.nikkispo.com Email: brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 04 Mar 2025 | NEW NEW! Welcome to Becoming: HER! Ep. 176 | 00:18:45 | |
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| 17 Dec 2024 | Sober Curiosity + The LEVEL UP of Your Life with Amanda Kuda. Ep. 171 | 00:49:02 | |
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This week we are hearing from Amanda Kuda who helps ambitious women level up their life, career, and relationships, and say GOODBYE to booze while unbottling your potential. This conversation is aimed to help us take a look at, and maybe even reframe our relationships with alcohol so that we can begin to manifest the life that we truly deserve. Let's jump in!
In this episode…
“Normal” Drinkers vs. Alcoholics
Dry January
Social lubricant & social crutch
SoberCURIOUS
Controlled drinking
Alcohol “pickling”
Disconnection to reality
Benefits of becoming sober
Glowing UP
Quotes
“Everything was checking off the boxes on the outside, and it wasn’t that my inner life was unmanageable because I felt like I was doing okay, but that was the part that made it hard. My life was just okay. It wasn’t unmanageable but it was unfulfilling.” - Amanda Kuda
“When you go from feeling lackluster to having your wildest dreams start to come true because you just started showing up differently, you feel really badass.” - Amanda Kuda
“Quitting alcohol in general has been the glow up of my life.” - Nikki Spo
“Curiosity is not placed on you by accident, so what are you gonna do with it now that you have it?” - Nikki Spo
Timestamps:
0:00 - 3:20 | Intro
3:20 - 5:00 | Amanda’s journey & dry january
5:00 - 9:40 | SoberCURIOUS
9:40 - 14:25 | Sober growth
14:25 - 21:20 | Shame around not drinking
21:20 - 24:50 | Rediscovering your identity
24:50 - 31:20 | Benefits of becoming sober
31:20 - 36:05 | Bad things still occurs
36:05 - 44:40 | Tips
44:40 - 46:31 | Outro
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| 17 Sep 2024 | New Level, New Devil: The Dating Game and *REALLY* Understanding What You Want. Ep. 159 | 00:45:00 | |
What is up my friends and welcome back to The Know! Today we have Marni Battista who is the founder of Dating with Dignity and the Institute for Living Courageously. Marni is one of those women who is walking the talk, she's just doin it all! We have so much to cover today but some of the heavy hitting topics you can expect from this episode is dating after divorce in today's complex social environment, were talking about why women date unavailable men, and how we can move away from suffering through unfulfilling relationships and into relationships that are fulfilling, love centered, want based, happy, and safe. With that, let's get started! I also have some exciting news to share…I know first hand the power of community and shared experience and I am so honored to announce that I have created an online women's community where we talk about all of life's topics. In my group Becoming HER, we are striving to become the best versions of ourselves and realize that SHE is ME and that we can become the her of our highest desires. I have a special promotion for my podcast audience and I want to welcome you all to becoming her where we will do great things together! In this episode…
Quotes “Dating with dignity is waking up the next day feeling great about yourself. It's about not taking rejection personally, it's about having an abundant life, it's about setting boundaries and acting on the behalf of your highest self and knowing your value.” - Marni Battista “In this new dating scene post divorce I have had to rediscover who I am as a single woman and what I want in a new relationship moving forward.” - Nikki Spo “If you have dignity, self worth, and self respect and you have the actual tools to communicate appropriately, dating is actually kind of fun.” - Marni Battista “At this point in my life, men now are competing with my peace. I love myself so much and so if somebody else loves me, that's just icing on the cake” - Nikki Spo “You’re creating your soul's journey for a reason, wake up and listen. - Marni Battista “People tend to rule out before they rule in and my invitation is to rule in before you rule out. Let a guy rule himself out.” - Marni Battista Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:55 | Intro 3:55 - 5:35 | What is Dating with Dignity 5:35 - 10:05 | What damages our dignity 10:05 - 15:15 | Finding your self worth 15:15 - 19:25 | Learning the lessons 19:25 - 21:17 | Deep reflection 21:17 - 27:05 | Core values & Non-negotiables 27:05 - 30:40 | The checklist 30:40 - 33:45 | Re-entering the dating world 33:45 - 37:00 | NOT being a pick me 37:00 - 42:50 | Living courageously 42:50 - 45:00 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Marni Battista Institute for Living Courageously / Dating with Dignity Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 21 Nov 2023 | 125. How to Handle the Heated Topics with Sonni Abatta | 00:49:18 | |
Welcome back, my friends! I am SO excited about this episode with Sonni Abatta. She is the host of the podcast We Gotta Talk, as well as an Emmy-nominated and AP award-winning journalist. Sonni is a true connoisseur of the art of staying untriggered in our media-dense world while upholding her simple yet powerful mantra, "Real Talk, Big Topics.” Tune in as we will be diving into some of the “Real Talk, Big Topics.” In this episode…
Quotes: “I really developed a knack for taking big topics and turning them into digestible and easy-to-understand conversations.” - Sonni Abatta “What works for me to remain calm is to look at people with opposing opinions as humans rather than objects of my anger or ire. Remembering the human behind the story.” - Sonni Abatta “I don't want to be surrounded by people who are like me. I want to be friends with people who are from different places, who believe different things.” - Sonni Abatta “Every marriage is so unique and it has its own ways of operating, its own rules, its own systems in place. There are too many variables for anybody to really, truly opine on what they would do or what they should do.” - Nikki Spo “I remember when I had my kids… Being at home every day felt like it was like Groundhog Day every day. I am grateful that I've been able to create this work life for myself where I get to do something I love.” - Nikki Spo “I wanna tell my kids, especially my daughters, you owe no one any explanation for who you are or how you are. As long as you're respectful, following the law and not promoting hate, you owe nobody an explanation for who you are and why you are who you are. It took me 40 years to actually feel that when I say it.” - Sonni Abatta Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:00 | Introduction 3:00 - 5:30 | About Sonni Abatta & We Gotta Talk podcast 5:30 - 7:20 | Digesting & processing online information & technology 7:20 - 10:50 | Raising girls in today's world 10:50 - 14:45 | Being able to remain untriggered 14:45 - 16:00 | The beauty of being a mediator 16:00 - 20:40| The Second Amendment 20:40 - 23:25 | Tips on how to talk to your kids about school shootings 23:25 - 28:25 | Different ways of parenting 28:25 - 32:15 | Whether or not couples can cheat-proof their marriage 32:15 - 33:35 | Stay-at-home mom vs. working mom 33:35 - 41:15 | Feminism 41:15 - 47:00 | The contradiction of caring about how you look vs. raising a girl & body positivity 47:00 - 49:18 | Outroduction Connect with Sonni Abatta @sonniabatta / @wegottatalkwithsonni Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 06 Jun 2023 | 101. The Imperfect but Mindful Parent: Doing Our Best with Dr. Erika Velez | 00:52:07 | |
What’s up, Truthspeakers! This episode is brought to you by Cinderfit and Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals! Get ready to take notes, parents! In this episode, we get to talk to Dr. Erika Velez, a clinical psychologist who has helped thousands of individuals find peace through her work. Erika helps improve parent and children relationships and individuals’ relationships with themselves. She mainly aims to help clients find the tools they possess within themselves to reach a higher level of emotional growth. Tune in as we uncover some important truths of parenting and how we can be the best for our children and for ourselves. In this episode…
Quotes: “Through my work with adults, I realized that much of the stuff my clients and I were working on together was rooted in their childhood.” “We are going to be compassionate with ourselves and be realistic about what we are trying to achieve. The first and foremost is being a human. Humans make mistakes and are imperfect. So with that comes imperfect parenting.” “It is my goal in my work to have healthy, positive relationships with our children where they see us as effective leaders. We can honor them and validate them for what they are feeling and still be the effective leases that they need us to be.” “It is important to give your children the answers to the most meaningful questions we have as humans, which is ‘Do you see me?’ ‘Do you hear me?’ And, ‘do I matter?” “Children are really good detectors of presence. We are all guilty of it. Our attention is being pulled in many directions. Our children know this.” “When you think about who the most inspiring woman is to you, whether it is someone in your life or a public person, what are the qualities that you most admire?” - Nikki Spo “There is so much to learn when we apologize to our children. We remove the burden from them of being perfect.” “You had your experience of how things went down, and I had my experience of how things went down. It is not necessarily right or wrong; it is just how I experienced something as a child.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00- 3:15 | Introduction 3:15- 10:45 | About Erika’s work 10:45- 17:00 | Building healthy, positive relationships 17:00- 26:50 | Defining discipline and creating boundaries 26:50- 32:30 | Connecting with your children 32:30- 36:40 | The “role” of the mom 36:40- 41:50 | Triggers 41:50- 47:50 | Holding ourselves accountable 47:50- 52:07 | Coming home to ourselves Connect with Dr. Erica Velez Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Prepare to elevate your fitness routine with CinderFit - the ultimate all-in-one workout tool! As a proud sponsor of The Know with Nikki Spo, CinderFit is delighted to offer our listeners free shipping. Simply visit www.cinderfit.com and use code NIKKISPO to redeem your deal 😎. Tune in now and explore how CinderFit can assist you in reaching your fitness aspirations! — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 18 Jul 2023 | 107. Power of a Voice: Survival and Advocacy with Former US Gymnast Sarah Klein | 00:46:08 | |
What’s up fam! This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals. -- In this episode of The Know, we have an incredibly powerful message to share with our listeners. Trigger warning: This episode delves into the sensitive topic of sexual abuse, so we strongly encourage self-awareness before tuning in. These conversations are crucial, and we aim to highlight these important experiences. Sarah Klein, a powerhouse attorney, is one of the first known survivors of former Olympic Women’s Gymnastics Doctor Larry Nassar. Sarah bravely shares her remarkable personal journey to shed light on sexual abuse to heal and bring justice. With her dedication as an esteemed attorney representing victims of sexual abuse, she has devoted her life to ending it and paving the way for a safer and brighter future. In this episode…
Quotes: “Most of the time, sexual abuse occurs with someone known, trusted, and loved within the family or community. That person creates a bond or trust with the child and has access to the child because the parents allow it.” “When an adult takes special interest in your child and goes above and beyond, that is a big red flag.” “Grooming can make you so confused as a child that the sexual abuse can really happen to anyone.” “I grew up my whole life thinking that my abuse never happened and that I made it up.” - Nikki Spo “People with less severe sexual abuse experience may not feel comfortable coming forward because they think their experience may not be as bad.” - Nikki Spo “I am a lawyer representing survivors of sexual abuse in civil cases. It has been really empowering and healing to give meaning to what happened to me.” “Be aware, give your kids correct language, talk about this stuff in age-appropriate ways, and empower them when it comes to their bodies.” “No adult should be asking your kid to keep secrets.” - Nikki Spo “The average age of disclosing child sexual abuse is 52 years old.” “Why don’t we come from a place of believing people? It is hell to come forward. No one does it for fun or for attention. It is brutal, hard, and scary.” “As a lawyer, I want to treat each client as if it is my story or my child’s story. I want to leave my clients better off than how I found them.” Timestamps: 0:00- 4:10 | Introduction 4:10- 10:50 | Education about grooming 10:50- 16:30 | The spectrum of sexual abuse experiences 16:30- 21:10 | Sarah’s career as a lawyer representing victims of sexual abuse 21:10- 26:40 | Red flags to look out for in adults: for our parent listeners 26:40- 36:00 | Coming forward with your story 36:00- 42:20 | Laws surrounding sexual abuse 42:20- 48:08 | Healing journies Connect with Sarah Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 26 Sep 2023 | 117. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: Boundary TF Up | 00:13:59 | |
It's time to boundary TF up, and trust me, it's not about being self-centered. It's about tapping into our true selves and honoring our deeper sense of inner knowing to make a greater impact in the world. In this solo episode, I discuss the importance of setting boundaries with your physical body, emotional needs, and finances. We are staying true to our sense of self, spiritual beliefs, and passions. This isn't about selfishness; it's about demonstrating our capability and courage to live in alignment with our truest selves. In this episode… Boundary setting Boundary tramplers Curiosities Growing up with abuse Knowing when your boundaries are crossed Learning boundaries Setting boundaries with your body Setting boundaries with emotional needs Finding out who can show up for you Staying true to your sense of self Spiritual beliefs and passions Taking ownership of finances Reserving the right to be wrong Tips for setting boundaries Unhealthy boundaries Timestamps 0:00- 1:30 | Introduction 1:30- 4:10 | Personal experiences with setting boundaries 4:10- 5:20 | Setting boundaries with your body 5:20- 6:25 | Setting boundaries with emotional needs 6:25- 7:50 | Staying true to your sense of self, spiritual beliefs, and passions 7:50- 10:10 | Ownership over financial assets 10:10- 11:40 | Tips and suggestions for setting boundaries 11:40- 13:59 | Unhealthy boundaries Quotes: “As a parent now, I realize how important it is to show my children what their boundaries are so that they can move freely within those boundaries and learn how to make choices.” “As I grew up, I ignored boundaries as a teenager and later, as a young adult. By ignoring parameters as a whole, I came to tolerate more and more of my own personal boundaries being completely overridden and disrespected.” “Throughout my life, I have been asked to keep many secrets for other people, which chipped away at my essence. It made me question my value and worth in the world. Thus began a vicious cycle of soul-breaking, requests for boundaries or improvement, and rageful anger when my boundaries were repeatedly crossed.” “When it comes to your body, no means no, and yes means yes. But the absence of no does not mean yes.” “I would have sacrificed my whole identity if it meant someone would love me.” “I am the type of person who handles situations head-on and does not shy away from difficult conversations. It has not always been easy. When we are dealing with other people, we have to be cognizant of their boundaries.” “Who you are, your essence, what you love, your spiritual beliefs, and what you are passionate about are yours. You should never have to break those for anyone.” “Boundaries are a way of keeping loved ones in your life. Not out of your life.” Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Money series episodes Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 24 Jan 2023 | 82. You're the Cure with Asha Walker | 00:46:07 | |
Hello, Truthspeakers and Light-Seekers! Today NIkki has the privilege of hosting Asha Walker. Asha is a holistic health coach and Founder and CEO of Health in the Hood. Health in the Hood is a non-profit organization seeking to end food insecurities through urban farming and wellness. Asha is a Miami native who has a passion for food justice, sustainability, and wellness. She has spent the last 10 years leading her team to feed and educate thousands of food-insecure families. Along with her non-profit, Asha launched her brand, Asha Walker Wellness, a curated holistic health platform in 2020. This platform has everything like self-care exercises, healthy recipes, and meditation. The Health in the Hood method is simple: plant gardens, nourish families, strengthen communities, and harvest health. In this episode, we touch on all of those critical topics. We discuss teaching the next generation, supporting other women, the toxic patriarchy, creating sustainable practices, and much more. Tune in and start building your healthy habits today! In this episode…
Time stamps: 0:00- 2:45 | Introduction 2:45- 6:10 | Gardening and health 6:10- 8:10 | About Health in the Hood 8:10- 14:40 | Fighting food insecurity 14:40- 16:30 | Creating jobs and teaching the next generation 16:30- 22:40* | Asha Walker’s journey 23:25- 29:00 | Recognizing other women’s success & the toxic patriarchy 29:00- 35:30 | About Asha Walker Wellness 35:30- 38:30 | Health in the Hood’s next chapter 38:30- 46:00 | How to get involved Quotes: “Microgreens are a great place to start. They take less than a week to grow; most of the time, they are more nutrient-dense than a full plant.” “I think in the last 10 years, seeing how people respond to this kind of work and opportunity is undeniable. It is the solution. There should be a community garden around every corner. This is how we shift things.” “We will go into neighborhoods and convert these large pieces of land into these vibrant vegetable gardens and hire residents from the neighborhood to maintain them. We teach fitness, urban farming for kids, and how to grow your own greens. It is a beautiful way to close this gap in our food system that we are all now waking up to.” Connect with Nikki Spo @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Connect with Asha Walker https://www.healthinthehood.org/ https://ashawalkerwellness.com/about Asha’s TEDx Talks: https://www.ted.com/talks/asha_walker_plant_a_seed_and_reclaim_your_food_system_jan_2019 SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 20 Jun 2023 | 103. It Takes a Village with Ayana Rodriguez | 00:35:44 | |
What’s up, fammmmmm. This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studio! Scroll down for your deals. This week’s guest, Ayana Rodriguez, is the founder of The itavi Method, an award-winning childcare program curated by experts. In this episode, Nikki and Ayana talk about what IS and is NOT working for our children. They talk about how we can create unique, personal growth experiences and meaningful relationships for kids. Finding great childcare experts is hard, but Ayana has come up with a solution. Tune in to learn about what to look for in childcare professionals. In this episode…
Quotes: “Safety is our number one priority. After that, we want to figure out how we can make this child better when we walk into this space with them.” “Childcare takes a village. It is a lot more than someone just watching your child.” - Nikki Spo “Children need to have experiences while you’re having experiences.” “We want to empower our childcare professionals to show up as the best versions of themselves.” “Childcare is very subjective. I compare it to looking at a painting. I am going to see something different than you see, and that is based on our individual upbringing.” “I want every parent to leave their house and feel confident with their childcare.” - Nikki Spo “You can be whatever you want to be at any point in your life.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00- 2:15 | Introduction 2:15- 8:10 | About itavi 8:10- 19:10 | Finding good care for your child 19:10- 26:00 | Intentions in childcare 26:00- 35:00 | How to start a successful business Connect with Ayana Rodriguez Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 22 Mar 2022 | 38. Big Nik Energy | 00:26:43 | |
What's up, Truth speakers?! It's been a min since I've done a solo episode but it's my BIRTHDAY and I am here to share my Big Nik Energy with you all! In this solo episode for my 35th birthday, I break down 35 things that I've learned in life to this point. I mean... I've learned a LOT in my years, but these are the golden nuggets that have been on my heart. I'm so grateful for another year of life and I am thankful that I get to share space with so many beautiful souls. Enjoy! Connect with me: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For more information on collabs/sponsorships, please contact brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 02 Apr 2024 | GET YOUR MONEY RIGHT with Amber Frankhuizen. Ep. 142 | 00:50:11 | |
What's up fammm! Today we are talking about money with Amber Frankhuizen, who is on a mission to heal the financial fight or flight response by providing easy investing techniques for beginners. She likes to take the fear out of managing our scary finances. Tune in to hear more about this LOADED topic! In this episode..
Quotes: “So while money doesn't particularly buy happiness because we need to find those feelings within ourselves, I will say that poverty can't buy anything at all.” - Amber Frank “You can have all the money in the world and still be a broken ass person.” - Nikki Spo “There's a saying that I love and it's ‘Some people are so poor, all they have is money’”. - Nikki Spo “Create a compelling future for yourself. Tell yourself what your life will look like when you're not in debt and tell yourself what you will feel like when you're wealthy.” - Amber Frank “So if we sit around on our couches and point the fingers at the economy or the president and blame them as to why I'm not successful, there are other people out there getting successful right now. They just have a different worldview than you do.” - Amber Frank “I am not a fearless woman. I am scared of so many things but I think that I am a courageous woman and that courage allows me to face hardships, hard things, difficult things, things that are unpleasant, and things that don't make me happy in the moment.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:25 | Intro 1:25 - 2:30 | About Amber 2:30 - 4:30 | Money freedom vs. money buying happiness 4:30 - 7:50 | Why women are so weird when it comes to talking about money 7:50 - 15:40 | Financial fight or flight 15:40 - 21:50 | Coaching tips to healing an unhealthy money relationship 21:50 - 23:10 | Outsourcing your power when it comes to money 24:14 - 27:45 | Facing the fear of finances 27:45 - 32:30 | Achieving financial goals 32:30 - 43:05 | Taking those first steps 43:05 - 45:55 | Playing the long game 45:55 - 47:55 | Patterns when it comes to money 47:55 - 50:11 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Amber https://afmktg.com/amber-frankhuizen / https://oldmoneypodcast.com/ @amberincalifornia / @oldmoneypodcast Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 20 Sep 2022 | 64. Debunking Sobriety Myths for Recovery Awareness Month with Nikki Spo | 00:11:00 | |
Join me this week as I debunk some common sobriety myths in celebration of Recovery Awareness Month! Soundbites you don't want to miss: "Today I have 2 years and 5 months of continuous sobriety. That is 885 days to be exact, one day at a time." "The CDC published a study that revealed that 3 in every 4 addicts who seek treatment are able to live in recovery." "From my own personal experience, I have observed that alcoholism is often a self-diagnosed disease." "Working a program of recovery, I wholeheartedly believe that people can and do change when they want to." "Sobriety has been a lot more fun for me than when I was actively drinking. Kicking alcohol actually helped me with my social anxiety." "I guess I thought that admitting that I am an alcoholic meant me admitting that I am bad. Which is a really scary narrative to put on myself. But... I discovered that it is quite the opposite. I KNOW in my soul that I am not BAD." Connect with me: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 03 Jan 2023 | 79. Until Every Woman Heals with Dr. Kat Vigo and Dr. Luly Diez | 00:51:25 | |
What is up, my beautiful, knowing, truth speakers! This episode is brought to you by Painless Pregnancy. Scroll down for your deal! This week on the pod, we welcome two bad-a** doctors on the show today; Dr. Kat Vigo and Dr. Luly Diez. Dr. Kat is the founder of Painless Pregnancy and a physical therapy doctor specializing in pregnant and post-partum woman. Dr. Luly is also a physical therapy doctor and the founder and manager of the Miami branch of Painless Pregnancy. In this episode, we talk about how it is NOT NORMAL to pee your pants or pee when you jump or have painful s-e-x. It is not normal to be bloated and continue to look pregnant months after you give birth. YOU DON’T NEED TO LIVE THIS WAY!!!! Warning: this episode may get graphic... but… it is exactly what you need to hear when you are pregnant and recovering from giving birth. Our goal is to help tons of women with this conversation. Tune in! In this episode…
QUOTES “It is never too late to address these issues. We love the idea of wellness and prevention since this is such a big moment in your life. Bringing a new life into the world can be so much for your body. And that is not acknowledged enough.”
“We want to help support women throughout their pregnancy and post-partum journey so they can have good experiences. Pregnancy should not be a painful situation.”
“We are not mental health counselors, but we do really show up fully for these women and their rehab.”
Why pain exists during sex with menopausal women; “Aging has a lot to do with hormone shifts. Lack of estrogen can cause the vaginal tissue to atrophy and dry up. So it is two things- the tissue is not as plump and the area is not well lubricated. This is something we treat.”
“Just because you are cleared to have sex or exercise 6 weeks after giving birth doesn’t mean you need to feel ready to do those things. It just means your body has healed and won’t be dangerous for you.”
TIMESTAMPS 0:00- 3:15 | Introduction 3:15- 12:45 | Dr. Kat and Dr. Luly personal birthing stories 12:45- 17:50 | The business of birth and induction 17:50- 20:00 | Choosing this career 22:50- 27:00 | About Painless Pregnancy. 27:00- 32:40 | Why it is important to treat the scar area for cesarean moms 32:40- 36:00 | Combatting traumatic c-sections 36:00- 39:35 | Why pain exists during sex with menopausal women 39:35- 41:45 | How common is it for pre-menopausal women to experience painful sex after giving birth 41:45- 45:10 | Treating prolapse 45:10- 49:00| Patience in recovery -- PROMOS: Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 11 Apr 2023 | 93. #GOALS with Nikki Spo | 00:18:05 | |
Welcome back Truthspeakers! You are listening to The Know, where it is not about knowing everything but about knowing ourselves! This year's first quarter has ended, so it is time to check in for myself and my listeners. This week, I want you to be intentional about setting aside time to reflect on your progress and reward yourself for how far you have come in these three quick months. Let’s go! In this episode…
Quotes: “The most important part of setting goals is identifying what you want to achieve.” “You are allowed to pause and reflect and change your mind throughout the course of your life.” “When identifying what I want to achieve, I work backward. I start with life as a whole and then work backward with my goals for 10 years, 5 years, 1 year, 9 months, 6 months, 3 months, this week, today.” “Part of documenting and reviewing your progress in addition to highlighting your wins is seeing your roadblocks or the things that might be getting in your way. This way, you can assess what needs improvement.” “Part of self-care is taking care of my body and mind.” Timestamps: 0:00- 1:20 | Intro 1:20- 5:30 | Why you should be setting goals 5:30- 9:15 | Exercises to recognize your response to certain triggers 9:15- 11:00 | Documenting and reviewing your progress 11:00- 14:00 | Boss babe mindset 14:00- 18:00 | Recommendations for trying new things Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 26 Nov 2024 | Find What You’re Looking For Through Quantum Energy with Jocelyn Sandstrom Part 1. Ep. 168 | 00:32:46 | |
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Welcome back everyone. This week we have a very magical human joining us, Jocelyn Sandstrom, who specializes in quantum energy, neuro linguistic programming, and neurological reprogramming. She is the founder of Wellness and Metaphysical, which is a community driven platform that promotes a higher level of consciousness through expos and retreats. This is a gem right here so let's get going with Jocelyn!
In this episode…
How we define ourselves
Inner power vs. circumstantial power
Teaching and learning resilience
EMDR
Changing neuro-pathways
Reprogramming old behaviors/thought processes
Generational programming
Creating emotional stability
Becoming a “generator”
Gene Keys
Quotes
“The answers are always within us. We keep looking on the outside, but it's always been within us. The more we get to know ourselves, the more we get to live our most authentic truth.” - Jocelyn Sandstrom
“You need to ask yourself, how do I feel my inner power and not my circumstantial power.” - Jocelyn Sandstrom
“How do we courage a human being, like our children, to shift from what was to what can be, because these neurological pathways are difficult to break.” - Nikki Spo
Timestamps:
0:00 - 4:10 | Intro
4:10 - 7:05 | Jocelyn’s journey
7:05 - 11:35 | Looking within
11:35 - 20:15 | Changing the narrative
20:15 - 27:45 | Breaking down quantum energy
27:45 - 29:05 | Manifestation
29:05 - 30:14 | Outro
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| 21 Feb 2023 | 86. Why Putting Your Kid in Occupational Therapy is NOT Taboo with Linda Matthews | 00:43:43 | |
What is up, my beautiful, knowing, truth speakers! This episode is brought to you by Painless Pregnancy and Sana Skin Studio. Scroll down for your deal! The Know is not about knowing everything. It is about knowing OURSELVES. If you have kids, knowing US is knowing them and what they need. This week’s guest is Linda Matthews, Pediatric Occupational Therapist. She has been an OT for 25 years. In this episode, we are removing the stigma of occupational therapy and breaking down why it can be essential for your child. This week, Linda is educating our listeners on why occupational therapy is so important in your child’s development and why starting OT young, when needed, is key. OT can help support your child’s sensory skills, emotional development, motor skills, vision skills, reflex patterns, and so much more. Linda goes in depth about why OT helps in these areas. Linda also teaches us the importance of advocating for your child, what to do if you sense that your child is on the spectrum, how low-income families can access OT, and how we can destigmatize therapy altogether. In this episode…
Time stamps 0:00- 3:00 | Linda Matthews introduction 3:00- 8:30 | What is OT, and how can it help your child? 8:30- 16:25 | Reflexes in early childhood 16:25- 21:40 | The importance of OT after Covid 21:40- 32:50 | Destigmatizing occupational therapy 32:50- 35:00 | Building skills with play-based activities 35:00- 39:30 | What to do if you sense that your child is on the spectrum 39:30- 41:20 | Access to occupational therapy for low-income families Quotes: “Occupational therapy can help every child because every child will not hit every milestone in every area at the same time or level as their peers or siblings. Occupational therapy supports sensory skills, emotional development, motor skills, vision skills, and reflex patterns.” “Kids during Covid had to stay home and lacked stimulation and exposure to essential activities like playgroup or daycare. When they were finally exposed to these developmental groups, many kids had to wear masks. Kids miss so much when wearing masks because they can’t learn expressions for their emotional development.” “I hope that people and parents are more open to the extra support now because of what we all went through during covid.” “Early intervention is key here.” “An IEP is an education plan to give your child special accommodations in or outside of the classroom. For example, sometimes a child may get their paraprofessional to work directly with them throughout the day, or they may get extra time to finish assignments. It depends on what the IEP goals are.” “Occupational therapy can be affordable for low-income families through Medicaid. Medicaid is a great provider for occupational and speech therapy services.” Connect with Linda https://www.healthykidsot.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo -- PROMOS: Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 14 Jun 2022 | 50. "I'm Having a GIRL!" - Nikki Spo | 00:17:20 | |
Special thanks goes out to our friends at Pink Stork for sponsoring this episode of The Know with Nikki Spo. I’m excited to be on my pregnancy journey with Pink Stork and I’ve got my vitamins set up for automatic delivery so I don’t even have to think about reordering. Pink Stork is there for me every step of the way, and I hope you get to enjoy the products too. Head over to www.PinkStork.com and use my code NikkiSpo15 for 15% off of your order. __ You guys! I am pregnant and... it's a girl! I am so excited to share this with my listeners and to have the chance to tell you about how it seems that everything is connected. This is a deeply personal episode that covers healing, spirituality, Divine Connection, and being open to possibilities. Oh! And happy 50th episodes, FAM! We did this!!!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 01 Aug 2023 | 109. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: You Don’t Own Me | 00:14:13 | |
In this episode of Nikki Spo Unveiled, I am talking about ownership and autonomy. My perspective on feminism is rooted in the idea of giving women the space to make decisions for themselves without judgment or restriction. It is my mission to use my voice and encourage others to do the same. My days of staying silent are long gone, and speaking out is crucial for progress and positive change. In this episode…
Quotes: “When I grew into an adult and a mother myself, I realized that no one actually knows anything, and this is all of our first times in life. We are all figuring it out as we go.” “I believe that my children belong to the world. They are people. They are souls separate from me. I don’t see them as an extension of myself. They came from me, but they are very much their own person, souls, and identities.” “I believe that feminism is holding space for women to do exactly what they want with their bodies, behaviors, thoughts, professions, and beyond.” “Using my voice to advocate for things that I am passionate about matters to me. Even if it makes people uncomfortable, the days of staying silent are long gone.” Timestamps: 0:00- 0:45 | Introduction 0:45- 6:00 | Ownership and autonomy 6:00- 10:20 | Feminism, objectification, and censorship 11:50- 14:12 | My own journey to self-healing Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 29 Oct 2024 | Sex Talk with the STUD of All Studs: Jackson Hightower. Part 2! Ep. 164 | 00:43:26 | |
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Welcome back to PART 2 with the STUD of all studs, Jackson Hightower. Enjoy!
In this episode…
Being a team
Healthy sex life
Discipline
Foreplay
A CLEAN space to be DIRTY
Respect
Divine masculinity & femininity
Does size matter?!
Quotes
“A lot of us do attach our self worth to what we are able to produce and what we do for a living and the outcome.” - Nikki Spo
“If you’re not a disciplined human, I just don’t think that you’re exercising your full potential.” - Jackson Hightower
“We're here as humans so that the universe can express itself through us and whatever skills we have.” - Jackson Hightower
Timestamps:
0:00 - 4:25 | Intro
4:25 - 8:10 | Healthy relationship sex life
8:10 - 12:20 | Discipline for men
12:20 - 17:15 | Foreplay
17:15 - 21:15 | The sacredness of intimacy
21:15 - 25:40 | Respect
25:40 - 28:20 | Men need to be leaders
28:20 - 29:15 | Does size matter?!
29:15 - 31:40 | Smaller and harder? Or bigger and not as hard?
31:40 - 33:00 | STD test
33:00 - 34:05 | D**k pics?!
34:05 - 37:00 | Communication
37:00 - 38:25 | Outro
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| 13 Sep 2022 | 63. Releasing Spiritual Entanglements with Joyce Haddad | 00:38:44 | |
If you want to discover how to get started earning $$$ by sharing your passion with more people, join Cathy Heller’s FREE It’s Time to Podcast bootcamp starting September 12. >> Click here to save your free spot - SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. - Welcome back! So… Back in February when my mom passed, I started seeing a healer named Joyce Haddad. Joyce specializes in Spiritual Entanglement – helping her clients release spiritual holds, bonds, and anchors so that they can feel freedom from what is holding them back – even if those bonds are tensions between people and loved ones. This year, she released her first book called Spiritual Divorce, which is not really about Divorce, but more about the idea of DIVORCING toxic ties between individuals that cause more harm than good. Joyce is an intuitive facilitator of divine energy and transformational expert. She is a visionary entrepreneur with a devoted twenty years of experience in quantum healing. She specialize in trauma work, and incorporates quantum medicine through voice alchemy, metaphysics, pattern behavior, reprogramming, resetting the human mind, the energy system and so much more. Do you feel stuck in your life? In this episode, Joyce Haddad teaches us how to untangle those feelings through our energy and awareness. There are so many things that we experience that affect how we feel. It is our time to become aware of our emotions and the sequence of knots created by our life experiences. Our thoughts are electric energy and our feelings are magnetic. What does this mean? The entangled chemistry you feel is attracting the realities we live. In this episode, we dive deep into this concept and many others. Tune in to learn how to untangle your life and reveal your higher purpose.
Soundbites you won’t want to miss: "Everyone works with energy without realizing it. Your words have substance. Your thoughts have substance. Your feelings have substance. That is how we travel through life." "There is a science that has proven that there is energy. Everything is energy." "We are energy. If we begin to perceive our lives as vibrations and frequency, then we can work on our entanglements." "Everybody has vibes. Everybody feels a vibe and everybody gives out a vibe." "This entanglement technique allows you to release ." "My mission is to expand as much as possible so that people have the tools to align themselves with a higher purpose." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 15 Nov 2022 | 72. The REAL Reason Why I'm Not Breastfeeding with Nikki Spo | 00:18:31 | |
What is up my beautiful, knowing, truth speakers! This episode is brought to you by Painless Pregnancy. Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off of their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! Listen... There's a lot of shaming that goes around when it comes to how a person chooses to feed their newborn. There's no place for shame at The Know, which is why this week I am sharing how I came to the decision NOT to breastfeed my newborn daughter. HEAR ME OUT! Ps! This episode is brought to you by Pillow Cube. Scroll all the way down to get in #TheKnow of the incredible deals available to you this Black Friday. QUOTES: "I do think that for me, breastfeeding wasn't good for me as a person, as a human, and as a mom. In hindsight, I can see that I needed to be the best version of myself for my family." “I got mastitis twice when pumping. If you don’t know what that is, it is an infection in your breast milk ducts.” “Pretty immediately when I got pregnant with my baby girl, I knew I wasn’t going to breastfeed her or pump.” “What got me through this year was my relationship with God and my sobriety.” TIMESTAMPS: 1:20: What I did in terms of breastfeeding with my first two 5:21: What is mastitis? 9:45: My decision not to breastfeed ————- It’s no secret. I am obsessed with Pillow Cube – the ultimate pillow for side sleepers… I legit cannot sleep without my sidekick pillow and my kneezy in-between-the-knees-pillow. Honestly – a Pillow is a great holiday gift. I can’t tell you HOW MUCH MONEY I have spent trying out all the different pillows on the market and I’m so lucky I found Pillow Cube. This Black Friday, you can score some MAJOR savings… whether you’re buying sleep assets for yourself or gifting them out to your people (ummmm hello white elephant gift!) Check it out: • The Ice Cube Side Sleeper Pillow which is normally $159? Youll get it at $119 • The Pillow Cub which is normally $69.99? You’ll get it for $34.99 • One of my faves… The Kneezy…. It’s usually $89.99 and you’ll score for $44.99. • Lastly…. The big hitter…. The Pillow Cube MATTRESS Will be 20% off. You will not regret owning these, guys. I’m telling you! This Black Friday… check out www.pillowcube.com for incredible savings and as always, my personal discount code NikkiSpo10 is a standing code that you can use ALL YEAR ROUND. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 09 Apr 2024 | Consensual Non-Monogamy and Virtuosity in Relationships with Dr. Joli Hamilton. Ep. 143 | 00:49:54 | |
What is up my loves and welcome back to The Know! Today we are going to chat about a pretty controversial topic…which is polyamory and consensual non-monogamy with Dr. Joli Hamilton. Dr. Joli Hamilton is the relationship coach for couples who color outside of the lines and she is the founder of the Year of Opening. She has spent the past two decades studying and reimagining what love can be if we open our imaginations to possibilities. Keep an open mind and buckle up babes because it's gonna get hot! In this episode…
Quotes: “The Jungian approach is one that looks at everything, every symptom, every symbol as an opportunity to know more, not just about ourselves personally, but also to know about the collective.” - Dr. Joli Hamilton “Some of the things that have gotten me through my hardest times in life and the trauma and the really difficult things that I have faced in recent years, especially, is being able to see the beauty in some of the really, really ugly parts of life.” - Nikki Spo “I need to come to know the child, I need to come to know the parental archetypes, the others, all of the others that we find in our romances, and the shadow. And if I don't recognize the shadow that dark bit that you were talking about in there, that messy horrible evil bit that's in there, if I don't recognize that I'm gonna project it all over other people.” - Dr. Joli Hamilton “You can't share your trauma with everybody because not everybody has the capacity to hold it, and that's okay.” - Nikki Spo “I encourage you to journal, to listen to your dreams, to start writing down what's going on inside of you because if you can start to just sort out what is being projected onto you versus what is authentically yours, that's the beginning of individuation.” - Dr. Joli Hamilton “If you feel called to have multiple partners, let's do it well, let's not cheat, and let’s not lie. Let's build a life where this can be done in a nice way that weaves in just the right amount of openness for you and lets you not hurt other people and treat them like objects.” - Dr. Joli Hamilton Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:55 | Intro 2:55 - 9:50 | What it means to be a Jungian and archetypal psychologist 9:50 - 12:05 | The concept of archetype 12:05 - 16:25 | Feeling evil & identifying with shadow qualities 16:25 - 21:35 | Mental health care 21:35 - 27:03 | Having a less conventional life 29:15 - 35:10 | The presence of jealousy 35:10 - 38:05 | ASECT 38:05 - 41:00 | “Yes, No, Maybe” lists 41:00 - 43:15 | Co-parenting relationship 43:15 - 47:20 | Asking the hard questions 47:20 - 49:54 | Outro – Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! Connect with Dr. Joli Hamilton https://www.jolihamilton.com/quiz Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 04 Oct 2022 | 66. Nikki Spo on the Pillow Talk Podcast Hosted by Will Beck | 01:00:40 | |
This week is an episode… inside of an episode! Nikki recently had the opportunity to be a guest on Will Beck’s podcast, Pillow Talk with Pillow Cube. You may remember Will Beck on episode 55 of The Know who spoke so bravely about surviving the Columbine massacre. This time, Nikki is the one being interviewed. Will and Nikki talk about life, suffering, what it's like being a coach’s wife, and so much more. Nikki and Will discuss some fun questions like what is their favorite movie and who is their favorite musician. They also delve into some more serious topics such as suffering, what it means to define yourself, how to cope in difficult situations, and so much more. This episode is the perfect mix of light-hearted banter and deep conversation. Tune in to hear Nikki answer tons of questions asked by Will Beck! You don’t want to miss it! Here is a sneak peek of some of the questions asked by Will: How do you define yourself? What’s Your Favorite Movie? Do you feel like society dictates what you need to be? What is the best part of being an NBA coach’s wife? Why did you want to get into podcasting? When you do your podcast, how are you trying to influence people? What does being successful look like to you? In this episode…
“There is good and bad that comes from suffering. It is such an interesting balance. When I think about my life, I think about the bad things I went through and how those have made me who I am.” “I became myself by trying to be everything else.” “There were so many years I tried to define myself, and heard something the other day where the message from God is simply, ‘I AM.’” “Even saying ‘I am’ gives me goosebumps because I am not one thing. I am ALL of the things. I am everything. And I am nothing. All at the same time.” “I have intentionally been trying to move away from what defines me.” “When I live in my truth, I know I am helping other people.” “When you think of other people first, you will be happier. That is the balance in life. I need to focus on myself and others.” - will beck --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 07 Jun 2021 | 4. Cheryl Lau Gonzalez on Using Personal Experience to Enhance Your Professional Life | 00:38:11 | |
Cheryl Lau Gonzalez is a mother of two, a wife, and an entrepreneur and small business owner living in Miami, Florida. Cheryl is the co-founder and co-owner of State of Kid in the Miami Design District which offers a curated array of classes for expecting parents, babies, and kids up to age 8. In this episode of The Know, Cheryl highlights her personal journey and the importance of using her life experiences as tools to reach her professional goals. Cheryl discusses how State of Kid, which opened right before the pandemic, not only survived but thrived during Covid-19, and the peaks and valleys of navigating such an unprecedented time. Cheryl explains how she and her business partner were able to pivot while remaining true to their intentions and were able to think outside of the box and ultimately create a safe space for families. She also provides valuable insight on finding your business’s guiding light. We discuss our personal choices to create happiness wherever we are, which for Cheryl, ultimately led to helping parents, whatever state they’re in. This episode highlights: · The uncertainty of starting a business right before a global pandemic · Pivoting to thrive during unprecedented times · The importance of having a mom network and sense of community in parenthood · The importance of understanding what drives your business and finding your business’s guiding light · Transitioning from corporate professionals to becoming entrepreneurs · The “expat curve” and moving to another country · Dealing with loneliness and depression · The hesitation to look inward · Breaking the unhealthy mindset of tying success at work to personal worth Favorite quotes: “You can find happiness anywhere. We are so adaptable and so resilient. Step into experiences fully and embrace it even if it’s uncomfortable.” “I can build a happy life anywhere.” “Things aren’t going to just happen for me… I have to take the bull by the horns.” “Don’t wait to look inwards. There’s never going to be a good time to look inwards and evaluate. It may be uncomfortable; it may be hard. It’s going to take time. Waiting to do that will only postpone pursuing what you want to do.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 27 Dec 2022 | 78. Swerving and Serving with Nikki Spo | 00:09:50 | |
What’s up, my loves! YES! We are here... this is it! 2022 is coming to an end, and I’m throwing a party because I’m ready to get this year behind me. Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful for the lessons I learned and the mountains I’ve climbed… but I am ready to soar, baby, soar; who’s with me? I know... you're in your car or on a walk, and you're all hands in the air like "ME ME!!!!!! I’m soaring too!" Yes, you are girlfriend. YES, YOU ARE.
So here goes - today and every day and ESPECIALLY going into 2023…. We are adopting the mindset of swerving and serving. Tap in to see what I mean.
Quotes: “In the new year, we are not taking things personally. We will realize that how people treat us is a reflection of them and not us.”
“We do not own other people’s energy. We are not letting them stick to us. We are not personalizing any of it. We are moving out of the way.”
“Here’s the thing about serving. When we serve, at our highest capacity, we give our gift to others.”
“It’s hard to keep the level of enthusiasm up sometimes when life starts to hit us with the hard sh*t. Here is a list of things I recommend to keep you swerving and serving in the new year.”
“When we know better, we do better.”
Episode time stamps: 1:00- 3:40 | What is swerving and serving 3:45- 6:40 | What we can do to keep ourselves on track to swerve and serve 6:40- 7:15 | Connecting with the energy around you 7:20- 8:45 | Setting the bar high Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | 58. Trophy Life with Nikki Spo | 00:15:05 | |
Ladies and Gentlemen.... WE are DONE suffering. There's no trophy or award that goes out to She Who Suffered the Most. And if there were, I wouldn't want it. Join me this week as I chat about what a Trophy Life is NOT and catch my tips for limiting your suffering and learning how to delegate. Connect with me: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For info on collabs/sponsorships, email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 21 Mar 2023 | 90. The Shift with Melody Godfred | 00:45:47 | |
What is up, my beautiful, knowing, truth speakers! This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studio. Scroll down for your deal! Are you ready to courageously step into your deepest sense of inner knowing? This week’s guest is Melody Godfred, author and leader of a self-love movement. She helps guide people all over the world to come home to themselves through her books Self Love Poetry: For Thinkers & Feelers, The Shift: Poetry for a New Perspective, and The ABCs of Self-Love. Melody is devoted to knowing herself and empowers other women to do the same. In this episode, we will explore shifts after the pandemic and how letting our intuition guide us from a place of authenticity and joy. We discuss setting boundaries by removing ourselves from toxic relationships and saying no to say yes to ourselves. It is important to remember who you are and how deserving you are of all love, kindness, and honesty. Join us on the search for clarity and self-love. In this episode…
Quotes: “I became a wife, a mother, an entrepreneur, a lawyer, and I was doing so many things. I thought happiness was the reward for doing everything in life that checked the boxes. From a young age, I was a type A overachiever and worked my to the top. When I got there, I realized I had left myself behind.” “For so long, I was sacrificing clarity for safety. Once the pandemic happened, I realized it was impossible to shield myself from that. This is when my journey really began.” “Learning how to be mindful of what was going on in my mind, and deciding that I want to choose thoughts that are kinder, healthier, or trusting, really changed things for me. Prior to that, I was at the mercy of my life because I was at the mercy of my thoughts.” “Your soul does not keep a productivity list. It is always growing and expanding.” “Forcing it may get you what you want, but allowing it will get you what you need.” “What are you willing to say no to, to get what you actually want?” “Self-sacrifice is not feminine. We have to stop sacrificing ourselves because we think that is what a woman does.” Timestamps: 00:00- 1:50 | Melody's intro 1:50- 11:40 | Finding clarity 11:40- 14:20 | The effects of the pandemic 14:20- 20:12 | Allowing things to happen 20:12- 31:00 | Sharing Melody’s poetry 31:00- 37:15 | Setting boundaries 37:15- 44:05 | Saying yes to yourself Connect with Melody https://www.melodygodfred.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo PROMO: SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 21 Jun 2022 | 51. Let's Talk about LIBIDO with Libido Expert Dr. Renee Wellenstein | 00:46:29 | |
Big Thank you to our Sponsor Pillow Cube for presenting today’s episode of The Know with Nikki Spo. Head on over to pillowcube.com and use my code NikkiSpo10 for 10% off of your next Pillow Cube Purchase. The Side Kick Cube is my personal favorite but if you’re all stocked up on your side sleeper pillows… I HIGHLY recommend you give the KNEEZY pillow a try. You won’t regret it! Oh! And Don’t forget to use my code NikkiSpo10 for your 10% discount. CODE: NIKKISPO10 — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. __ Renee Wellenstein is a medical doctor specializing in Ob/Gyn and Functional Medicine. She is a lifelong learner obsessed with helping other women create healthy bodies, joyful minds, and vibrant experiences in life. Renee is an upstate New Yorker, past bodybuilder, online fitness mentor, mommy of boy/girl twins, and joyful wife to a fellow doctor. Her happiest days are spent living life with her family, and new pup, and sharing secrets about the healthiest life lived with the women around Renee. After a serious injury, Renee was not able to fully continue her work as an Ob/Gyn. She was then diagnosed with depression, however, that was not the cause of her symptoms. She later discovered it was due to her adrenals being out of balance from years of physical and emotional stress. She then immediately knew she wanted to do a fellowship in functional medicine, to share this incredible gift with others. This week, Nikki talks to Renee Wellenstein about the ‘taboo’ topic of libido. But why should this topic be taboo? So many women, of all ages, struggle with low libido. Nikki and Renee discuss why women experience this, how women’s biological makeup causes low libido, and how to seek help. Renee encourages women to slow down and take a look at the deeper mental and physical symptoms happening, and the root behind them. She gives viewers sustainable and lifelong, tangible tools and tips on how to improve their libido and overall health and wellness. In this episode… Physical and mental health journey after a serious injury Feeling like you don’t have a life purpose anymore Seeking help Putting ego aside Depression Solving a helpless diagnosis Feeling one’s energy Conventional medicine Symptoms of low libido Embracing female emotion Biological complexities of women Intimacy with your partner Side effects of conventional medicine Looking at diet Connect with Renee www.drreneewellenstein.com/ @the_libidoologist Connect with Nikki www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 12 Oct 2021 | 15. Life + Motherhood After Loss with Michelle Valiukenas | 00:34:10 | |
Michelle Valiukenas is the proud mom of her angel Sweet Pea, who she lost due to miscarriage, her angel daughter Colette Louise who she lost at nine days old, and her only living child, her rainbow baby, Elliott Miguel. Inspired by her journey with Colette, Michelle and her husband founded The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, whose mission is to improve outcomes of pregnancy, childbirth, prematurity, and infancy, as well as aid in the grieving process through financial assistance, education, and advocacy. Their flagship program financially assists families dealing with high-risk and complicated pregnancies, NICU stays, and loss. The organization’s ability to help families relies on donations and grants and they are grateful if you are able to donate. Michelle also participates and advocates on issues of maternal health, maternal mortality, infant health and safety, and pregnancy complications. Michelle lives in Glenview, Illinois with her son Elliott, husband Mark, and dog Nemo. October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month. October 15th is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. In this touching episode, Michelle shares her story of losing her daughter Colette Louise at nine days old. Michelle and Nikki discuss Michelle’s journey with infertility, miscarriage and ultimately Michelle’s journey of having and losing a baby in the NICU. The ladies discuss Michelle’s experience having a baby prematurely, being thrust into a NICU, what that experience is in itself. Michelle very vulnerably speaks about life after the loss of an infant as well as pregnancy and parenting after a traumatic loss. The ladies touch on how friends and family can best support their loved ones through loss and how Michelle and her husband found hope and life after loss. Michelle’s hopes are that we break the stigma of talking about loss and that no one suffer the loss and grief of a baby alone. More topics covered in this episode: How common miscarriage and loss are The importance of sharing your story The support that men receive after the loss of a baby Ways to help friends and family through the grieving process Connect with Michelle: Web: www.colettelouise.com Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorships/collaborations, please contact brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 12 Dec 2023 | 128. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: Love is Not Dead | 00:14:13 | |
What is up light beams! We have a very special Nikki Spo // UNVEILED episode today. These segments of the show are here to create a space to have deeper dialogues around topics that are important to me, and that is exactly what I will be doing today! This is an episode that carries a deep message that is really important for us to hear especially during the holiday season, and that is… that love is not dead because it is ALWAYS within us. In this episode…
Quotes: "Love is not dead. It's not dead for me and it's not dead for you either. I want you to really believe that and lean into that on a soul level. Love is not dead for me because love is within me.” “Love is probably one of the scariest things because it requires us to be vulnerable and put ourselves out there to possibly get hurt for the risk of building these deep and meaningful and potentially romantic relationships with people or a person.” “I have experienced so many different kinds of love. Big love, fast love, long lasting love, short and sweet love, weird love, wild love, rooted love, hard and tough love, butterflies love, safe love, and truly just all kinds of love. And I believe that I have had that because I have wanted to have that and that I believe that it exists.” “There are no limits on love or connection.” “For anyone who might be healing from a broken heart here, the healing journey starts with the love that we have for ourselves.” Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:10 | Introduction 2:10 - 4:00 | Online hate 4:00 - 5:30 | Personal perception of love 5:30 - 8:45 | Love exists everywhere 8:45 - 11:10 | Viewing love & genuine human connections 11:10 - 11:55 | Opportunities for love is unlimited 11:55 - 12:50 | Believing in love 12:50 - 14:13 | Outdroduction Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 19 Mar 2024 | Figuring Out What You're Good At and Running With It with Allison McNamara. Ep. 140 | 00:38:02 | |
Welcome back to The Know! Today we are hearing from skincare industry leader, Allison McNamara. Allison is the founder of Mara, a clean algae-based skin care line, as well as a digital influencer and former TV host. She is a lifelong beauty and wellness enthusiast and is here to tell us all about it. In this episode…
Quotes: “I think that you really have to have some thick skin and know how to ride the waves and be willing to put yourself out there.” - Nikki Spo “You can't take the small no’s really personally.” - Allison McNamara “I've always felt a passion for finding better ways of doing things and making the world a better place.” - Allison McNamara “I think a lot of people wanna hold on to their secrets, but on this platform we're about sharing the secrets. I want everybody to have access to the information because I think that especially women, when we come together, there's room for all of us at the top.” - Nikki Spo “Figure out what you're really good at and then figure out your weaknesses and spend some time getting to be a little bit better at the weaknesses because we gravitate towards doing things that we're good at when we should gravitate towards the things we need to work on.”- Allison McNamara Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:05 | Introduction 2:05 - 4:15 | The startup of Mara 4:15 - 6:30 | Starting the new chapter of Mara 6:30 - 8:10 | Taking the leap into the next industry 8:10 - 10:10 | Being clear on your mission 10:10 - 11:55 | The beauty industry double standards 11:55 - 13:20 | Family influences 13:20 - 14:40 | Benefits of launching with one hero product 14:40 - 21:30 | Personal connections in building Mara’s presence 21:30 - 23:55 | Sustainable skin care products 23:55 - 28:20 | What’s next for Mara 28:20 - 29:10 | How Mara reached Hailey Bieber! 29:10 - 30:55 | Pivoting from challenges 30:55 - 36:35 | Pieces of advice for new entrepreneurs 36:35 - 38:02 - Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Aliison & Mara https://themarabeauty.com/pages/our-story @allisonmcnamara / @themarabeauty Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 12 Nov 2024 | How We Became Magical AF ft. Jamie Ruiz. Ep. 166 | 00:40:14 | |
Jamie Ruiz is back for more. If you don’t already know, Jamie is my Lifey….For Lifey. This week we talking about spirituality and co-creation and how we each became expert manifestos and magical AF. It was a weird, wonky road but WE HERE NOW! Tune in! In this episode… The evolution of spiritual experiences No religion or belief judgment Co-creation of life Demanding control Freedom A power greater than yourself Traditional & non-traditional beliefs Different connections Quotes “There's no shade of what you believe in. You believe in what you want to believe in.” - Nikki Spo “What Gd was to me before is what the universe is to me now.” - Jamie Ruiz “The universe is not something outside of me. It is me, it’s within me, and it is without me.” - Jamie Ruiz “I think that the miracles and catastrophes that we experience here are hellish and heavenly.” - Nikki Spo “I believe that we’re all communicating and connecting to the same Gd, we just have different language, different ways of connecting, different relationship dynamics to it, and different organizations to do that through and if we could stop judging each other for whose is right and whose is wrong, we would be living in more of a heaven than a hell.” - Jamie Ruiz Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:20 | Intro 1:20 - 20:30 | The evolution of Jamie’s spiritual experiences 20:30 - 32:05 | The evolution of Nikki’s spiritual experiences 32:05 - 34:00 | Hellish & heavenly 34:00 - 35:00 | Studying religion 35:00 - 36:35 | No right or wrong beliefs 36:35 - 37:43 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Join Becoming HER: https://buy.stripe.com/8wMdTo5ILgBra1W003 Connect with Jamie https://www.jamieleeruiz.com/ jameslee4 Connect with Nikki www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 16 Nov 2021 | 20. Choosing Ourselves with Kenya Raymer | 00:41:52 | |
Welcome! You guys, this episode is #sponsored by Life Time! My whole family and I are now members! This amazing health club has come to Miami and it is THE BEST athletic resort to come to town. Check out www.lifetime.life for rates and to schedule a walk through of a destination near you. Kenya Raymer is a channel, a spirit guide, a bridge, and an activator. She came into this world to raise vibrations, lead herself and others in their return to heartspace, and to serve as a channel who assists in the merging and healing of the Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine. Kenya uses her unique combination of birthright abilities, spiritual gifts, personal characteristics, skills acquired, and education to guide those seeking support on their spiritual journey. She has a bachelors degree in social work from the University of Tennessee and a masters in social work from the University of Chicago. She is a wife, a mother, and a soul sister. In this unique episode of The Know with Nikki Spo, Nikki and Kenya discuss Kenya’s journey to self discovery and the steps that led her to empower herself and follow her inner knowing. Kenya talks about her spiritual calling to do yoga teacher training in Costa Rica without her family and the importance of choosing ourselves. Kenya also touches on the fear that can come up once our intuition kicks in and how revolutionary it can be to take action even when fear is present. Nikki shares her admiration for Kenya and her ability to follow her intuition. The ladies talk about Kenya’s IG handle @HalfieTruths and how it has become a platform for so many different, open and honest conversations ranging from being racially mixed, living in different places, spiritually growing up, miscarriage, becoming a mother and so much more. Kenya and Nikki discuss a myriad of powerful topics with a sense of light and love. Listen!! Topics discussed in this episode:
Connect with Kenya: Website: www.calendly.com/kenyaraymer IG: @halfietruths Connect with Nikki: Website: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information about collaborations/sponsorships, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 27 Jun 2023 | 104. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: Who Takes Care of YOU | 00:18:39 | |
What’s up, Truthspeakers! This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals! -- Who takes care of you? Recently, I have been dropping episodes for our parent listeners. Episode 101 with Erika Velez was about being imperfect but mindful parents, and Episode 103 with Ayana Rodriguez was about finding the best childcare for your little ones. THIS episode is about taking care of yourself, especially as a parent. As moms, we tend to take care of everyone BUT ourselves. So, who takes care of YOU? My answer is me. I take care of myself. But it doesn’t mean that I don’t allow others to take care of me, too. This episode is about how I find the balance! In this episode…
Quotes: “How can I expect anyone to meet my needs if I can’t meet my own?” “One way I care for myself is by getting the F off my phone. Half of my anxiety comes from being on the phone.” “My phone has become an extension of me. It gets in the way of important things like being fully present with myself and my children.” “I don’t always want to be present with myself. That means I will be alone with uncomfortable thoughts or boredom.” “Feelings are not facts. Our thoughts are not facts.” “I am not into false positivity. It is really important to honor our crappy moments and still see the beauty in our circumstances.” “We are not robots; we can’t do everything. When we can’t delegate, it is crucial to trust that not everything has to be done today. Some things can wait until tomorrow, and that is okay.” “I needed to fully understand my needs, boundaries, and desires and be fully capable of giving myself everything before expecting someone else to do those things for me.” Timestamps: 0:00- 5:30 | Introduction 5:30- 9:50 | Phone anxiety and being alone with yourself 9:50- 12:10 | The benefits of writing 12:10- 13:00 | Delegating 13:00- 15:00 | The power of a shower 15:00- 18:30 | Loving yourself first Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 28 Jun 2022 | 52. What I Learned About Giving Birth - Nikki Spo | 00:15:15 | |
Okay! So this week on The Know I'm giving you all the info on what I learned the two times I gave birth. I had my first son in 2018 and my second son in 2019... and with my baby girl on the way, I've been reminiscing about what I was taught about childbirth. When you're pregnant, there are usually a ton of people who love to tell you what to do with your body (ummmmmmm... let's not even start with how BIG of a problem that is)... and I am not here to tell you what to do with yours. But! I do want to give you some insight into how I made decisions regarding the birth of my two children, and how I worked together with my doctor, my partner, and my doula. Also - I share some tips and tricks about.... pushing... that I picked up along the way. Please keep an open mind! I am truly speaking from personal experience. As always - do your own research, consult with your doctor, and come up with a plan that works best for you! xoxo! Nikki Spo! Connect with me: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For info on collabs/sponsorships, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 19 Sep 2023 | 116. The Laughing Survivor Alexandra Ford on Human Trafficking, Sexual Abuse, and Being a Badass | 00:41:10 | |
Nikki Spo has developed an open dialogue around certain aspects of her past, including experiences of sexual abuse and its impact on her personal growth. In this episode, Nikki is joined by Alexandra Stevenson, a sex trafficking survivor turned activist, who shares her story of human trafficking and how it has shaped her into who she is today. Alexandra Stevenson shares her 10-year journey toward activism, recognizing her experiences in human trafficking. She co-founded Uprising in Wyoming and founded The Laughing Survivor in British Columbia to foster connections and educate on challenging issues. Being a survivor means continuing to survive. It is working every day to forgive yourself for the people we once hurt. It is being a mess while being a success. And most importantly, it is a voice you should use loud and proud when sharing your story. In this episode… Non for profits Begging for a fair salary as a woman The Laughing Survivor Sexual assault Dating a meth dealer Cognitive dissonance What is consent Choosing to stay Hurting people and ourselves when trying to survive Suffering Being a mess and a success Pressures of being humbled Continuing to survive Quotes: “I have value to bring to this. Not just as a survivor but someone with several degrees in this field. Would you tell a man who is highly educated and as experienced as I am to beg for a salary? Or would you say that is a for-profit business, and here are tips for your business model.” “I called my brand The Laughing Survivor because my trauma made me funny, and I developed many unhealthy coping skills.” “I was trafficked at age 20 in 2007 by my boyfriend. I did not know I was trafficked until about a decade later when I sat down to have coffee with someone, and they explained what human trafficking was to me.” “Trauma is a gateway drug. It is how you deal with trauma for a lot of people. It started with weed, mushrooms, and ecstasy until I started using meth regularly.” “I had to buy into what I was doing when I was sex trafficked, or I would have lost my mind. I couldn't exist in a world where every minute of every day I realized that I was not free and controlled.” “The biggest misconception is that you never truly heal.” “I have to work every day to forgive myself over and over and over again. I continue this because I can still make mistakes, hurt people, and mess up.” - Nikki Spo “It is part of my story, but it is not part of me now.” “You are allowed to celebrate. You don’t have to be humble all the time. You don’t have to be relatable all the time. Sometimes, you can just kill it.” Timestamps: 0:00- 2:45 | Introduction 2:45- 6:00 | Alexandra’s story 6:00- 10:15 | Begging for a fair salary as a woman 10:15- 23:45 | The low lights of Alex’s human trafficking story 23:45- 27:00 | Getting out of your own reality 27:00- 34:10 | “Sexual empowerment” is actually sexual exploitation re-branded 34:10- 41:10 | Continuing to survive Connect with Alexandra Stevenson https://thelaughingsurvivor.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thelaughingsurvivor Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 16 May 2023 | 98. Reclaiming Our Sexual Power with Dr. Peter Khamvongsa | 00:52:37 | |
What’s up Truthspeakers! This episode is brought to you by Cinderfit and Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals! In this episode, we are getting down and dirty when it comes to women’s health. Specifically, we will discuss women’s sexual health with Dr. Peter Khamvongsa from The Miami Institute for Women's Health. Dr. Peter Khamvongsa is a triple board-certified OBGYN, pelvic reconstruction surgeon, and urogynecologist specializing in cosmetic gynecology and sexual health. Our goal in this episode is to help women feel healthy, powerful, and strong in their bodies. In this episode, we explore the intersection of sexual health and cosmetic gynecology with Dr. Peter Khamvongsa. Bridging science and personal beliefs, Dr. Khamvongsa empowers women to take control of their bodies and embrace their sexuality. From sexual health education to transformative cosmetic procedures, we dive into topics that empower women to prioritize their well-being (and pleasure!). We explore why women seek cosmetic gynecological procedures and how they can help them feel more confident and aligned with their identities. We delve into two innovative treatments: the O-Shot, which enhances sexual pleasure and addresses issues like urinary incontinence, and the V-Tone, a non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation option. Dr. Khamvongsa shares insights on how these procedures empower women and improve their well-being. In this episode…
Quotes: “I never try to be judgemental. I always try to listen. Hopefully, by listening, my patient can share anything with me. Whatever you say is not going to shock me. I am here to support you in whatever it is you want to do.” “It makes sense to do preemptive botox for your skin, so I want women to think about doing that for their private and pelvic areas too. There is no need to wait until anything major happens.” “You should invest in you and your own pleasure.” “Your clitoris is the only organ in the human body specifically designed for pleasure. Men don’t have that.” “Get to know yourself, enjoy yourself, and start making your sex better. If something is missing, let’s find out what is missing and make it better in a healthier way.” “Unfortunately, PCOS is commonly misdiagnosed.” “We are trying to do our best at The Miami Institute for Women's Health to make sure you have education and knowledge and know that there are options for improvement.” Timestamps: 0:00- 5:45 | About Dr. Peter Khamvongsa 5:45- 10:00 | Dr. Peter Khamvongsa on starting his practice 10:00- 12:45 | Bridging the gap between science and personal beliefs 12:45- 16:00 | What age should girls start seeing their gynecologist? 16:00- 21:30 | Why Dr. Peter Khamvongsa decided to practice gynecology 21:30- 27:40 | Investing in your sexual pleasure 27:40- 30:30 | Becoming empowered about your sexuality 30:30- 38:40 | The O-Shot and V-Tone 40:10- 49:06 | PCOS Connect with Dr. Peter Khamvongsa https://www.tiktok.com/@drpkobgyn Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Prepare to elevate your fitness routine with CinderFit - the ultimate all-in-one workout tool! As a proud sponsor of The Know with Nikki Spo, CinderFit is delighted to offer our listeners free shipping. Simply visit www.cinderfit.com and use code NIKKISPO to redeem your deal 😎. Tune in now and explore how CinderFit can assist you in reaching your fitness aspirations! — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 23 Aug 2022 | 60. WHO is Influencing YOU? with Nikki So | 00:10:40 | |
Ladies and gentlemen. WHO. Is INFLUENCING. YOU???? This week, I’m discussing what influencing means to me, who influenced my life the most, and the positive and negative WAYS in which we (I!) can be influenced. Join me on this journey as we get real about how much power we have and how much power we give others. Connect with me: www.nikkispo.com @theknowwithnikkispo / @nikkisappspo --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 18 Oct 2022 | 68. Why You Should Give Your Kids an Allowance with Nikki Spo | 00:18:27 | |
Mamas and Papas! This episode is for you. It's pretty straight forward... These are my reasons for why YOU SHOULD give your (little) kids an allowance. Hear me out! Let's go. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 06 Aug 2024 | Divorce & Co-parenting PART ONE with Michelle Dempsey Multack. Ep. 156 | 00:29:34 | |
Fam fam. This week we are joined by Michelle Dempsey-Multack who has helped me come to my own sense of deep inner knowing as a divorced woman and co-parenting mother. Michelle is a certified divorce and co-parenting specialist, a best selling author of “Moms Moving On,” and is an educator for divorce coaches. She is known for her ability to inspire and empower moms through their divorce and co-parenting journeys. This is a two part series you don’t want to miss out on. In this episode…
Quotes “We paint people to be the villains and we want to be the victim ourselves because it’s so much easier.” - Michelle Dempsey Multack “My mission is to keep the child at the center and not put them in the middle.” - Michelle Dempsey Multack “The parenting plan is not for the parents and that’s what everyone forgets.” - Michelle Dempsey Multack “To see parents who might not have been as involved during the marriage show the f*** up and rally in parenthood is truly amazing.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 5:30 | Intro 5:30 - 9:30 | Michelle’s divorce journey 9:30 - 11:10 | Separating 11:10 - 14:44 | Explaining co-parenting to children 14:44 - 16:35 | Moms moving on 16:35 - 19:40 | Keeping your child in the center and not the middle 19:40 - 21:05 | Helping people see past the pain 21:05 - 24:20 | Modifying expectations 24:20 - 28:25 | Mom & dad 28:25 - 29:34 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Michelle https://momsmovingon.com/about/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 13 Jun 2023 | 102. Leveling Up with Elle Leonard | 00:45:12 | |
What’s up, Truthspeakers! This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals! Elle Leonard is an entrepreneur, rising social media star, health activist, and founder and CEO of Level Active. Elle is a force; she is a backbone and a momma. She is doing a lot of things, and she is doing it gracefully. In this episode, we dive into Elle's inspiring journey. We explore what it is like to run a business, to be a mom, and to be in a relationship with a high achiever. Elle shares insights on establishing herself outside of her partner, the importance of asking for help, and having open and honest conversations. We also discuss social media transparency and its impact on Elle's life and business. Episode highlights:
Quotes: “How do I establish myself outside of my partner? I think question occurs in many marriages and relationships.” - Nikki Spo “I realized I needed to have help with childcare. I needed to be okay with stepping away. I was dealing with a lot of guilt of trying to do my own thing.” “Asking for help does not make you weak.” “I am happy to see people, specifically women, be easier on themselves.” “When I started on social media, I really leaned into posting the shiny moments. I noticed that as I got more and more comfortable with my voice, that is when my platform grew.” “I realized that keeping secrets was like drinking poison. When I started telling the truth about my life, whether or not people believed me or agreed with me, it freed me to be more of myself.” “You can own your story or let it own you. Owning my story is what has helped my brand grow.” “If you don’t like a sorry being told, then you have to change the narrative.” Timestamps: 0:00-2:12 | Introduction 2:12- 8:20 | Who is Elle Leonard? 8:20- 19:20 | Establishing yourself 19:20- 25:48 | Social media transparency 25:48- 32:30 | Elle’s business journey 32:30- 36:30 | Starting a business 36:30- 44:00 | Rapid fire questions for Elle Connect with Elle Leonard Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 31 Aug 2021 | 10. Sobriety Through Spirituality with Sloane Spanierman | 00:41:06 | |
In this inspiring 10th episode of the Know, Nikki sits down with soul-sister, Sloane Spanierman. Sloane is a woman, a mother, the Director of Business Development for Crisis Case Management, Brand Manager to Nikki Spoelstra and The Know with Nikki Spo, a spiritual life coach, a registered yoga teacher, a sponsor, a friend, and a partner to many. And notably, Sloane was the first person Nikki called when she decided she wanted to raise her vibration and live alcohol free. Sloane continues to walk Nikki, and countless others, through their journeys as sober women. Together, Sloane and Nikki courageously open up about their sobriety, what led to this choice, and the power of shared experience. Sloane gets vulnerable about spirituality, her perinatal loss journey, and the power of service in her life. With 14+ years of continuous sobriety, Sloane has sponsored over 30 women and coached countless others. She is a beacon of light and hope to all who know her. Sloane's message is one of resilience, not giving up, and remaining teachable and reachable in life. More topics covered in this episode:
Connect with Sloane: Email: brands@nikkispo.com / sloane@crisiscm.com Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com Instagram: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For more information on sponsorships and collaborations, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 18 Apr 2023 | 94. Healing Through Your Work with Sherry Platt | 00:46:30 | |
What is up, my beautiful, knowing, truth speakers! This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studio. Scroll down for your deal! -- This week’s guest is Sherry Platt- a career counselor and recruiter with over two decades of experience. Sherry has advised individuals ranging from professional executives to recent college graduates. Sherry draws upon her extensive career background and knowledge in Buddhism, Kabbalism, and Shamanic traditions and psychology to assist her clients in making informed career decisions. Sherry has created The STEPS Academy through her wisdom, which examines the blocks to your success and deepens into your soul’s purpose. The STEPS Career System is meant to help you reach your highest potential and find work that is meaningful for you both financially and personally. Join us in this episode as we take the necessary steps towards achieving greater job satisfaction, allowing you to embrace your HAPPIEST self. In this episode…
Quotes: “Our belief systems are created between the ages of 0 and 13. How we try to make sense of the world does not just form a belief system, but it forms neural pathways in your brain.” “I realized over time that people actually know what they want to do. However, they won’t do what they want to out of fear, an economic standpoint, or just not knowing how to pursue what they want to do. My role is to help clear a pathway to pull out all of the answers.” “There is a belief that you must suffer to make money. That should not be the case.” “The purpose of life is that you came back in a physical form to learn and to grow. To have painful and pleasurable experiences so that your soul can expand.” “When you heal yourself, you are healing 7 generations behind and 7 generations ahead.” “Your wound can become your warrior.” Timestamps: 0:00- 2:00 | Intro 2:00- 8:30 | Creating habits of thought 8:30- 17:30 | Discovering what you want to do in life through spirituality and psychology 17:30- 25:00 | Going against the flow 25:00- 28:30 | Living outside of the box 28:30- 37:00 | Stepping into your skills and knowledge 37:00- 45:00 | The STEPS Career System Connect with Sherry Platt Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 28 Sep 2021 | 13. Living a Fully Charged Life with Meaghan B Murphy | 00:31:02 | |
Meaghan B Murphy is the author of Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with YAY published by Penguin Random House, Editor-in-Chief of Woman’s Day, co-host of Off the Gram Podcast on Dr. Oz’s OzTube network, an on-air personality, a life-hacker, a certified trainer, a lifestyle and health expert, a mother and a wife. In her new role as Editor-in-Chief of Woman’s Day, Meaghan was charged with re-energizing the brand across print and digital. This follows a 6-year stint as executive editor at Good Housekeeping where Meaghan helped reinvigorate the 130-year old mega brand. A media veteran, Meaghan began her magazine career at YM as an intern after her college scholarship-winning essay on overcoming adversity garnered the attention of editors. Soon after, the prolific go-getter wrote her way to a contributing editor position. She became one of the founding editors of Teen People while still finishing her dual degree in English and acting at Rutgers University, then went on to write for and edit various websites, was an on-air lifestyle correspondent for MTV and worked on the Victoria’s Secret creative team that launched the PINK line. She dove back into magazines with a short stint at Lifetime before jumping to Cosmopolitan as a senior editor covering sex, relationships, health and wellness. Meaghan’s passion for fitness brought her to SELF in 2005, her home for nine years, first as fitness director then deputy editor. There she produced the magazine’s uber-popular Self Challenge program and appeared in fitness videos with stars such as Jillian Michaels. In this rich and meaty episode, Nikki and Meaghan discuss Meaghan’s journey of making her “mess” into her “message”. Following a devastating personal tragedy, Meaghan used her writing as a tool to not only survive but to thrive. Nikki shares some of the key points from Meaghan’s book Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with YAY and asks Meaghan to touch on them. Nikki and Meaghan weigh in on the importance of vulnerability and connection and how they are integral in getting through challenging times. Meaghan discusses “toxic positivity” and the notion of “good vibes mostly”. In this episode, Meaghan shares some amazing real life strategies and touches on how we can all live our most fully charged lives! More topics covered in this episode:
Connect with Meaghan: Web: www.meaghanbmurphy.com IG: @meaghanbmurphy / @offthegrampodcast Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorships and/or collaborations, please contact Brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 19 Dec 2022 | 77. Motherhood on Your Terms, LUCKY GIRL SYNDROME, and Coming Out with Linda Fruits | 00:47:01 | |
Truth speakers!! This inspiring episode with my girl Linda Fruits is brought to you by Journeys with Josephine. This is a RETREAT you don’t want to miss! Give yourself PERMISSION to RECEIVE the rest and renewal you deserve. Scroll down for the deals! Linda Fruits is the Tik Tok star and blogger behind Fruits of Motherhood. She shares how, through social media, she realized her attraction to women, and ultimately came out. Linda is a rolemodel for realistic parenting. She is transparent about the struggles of motherhood and has created a community dedicated to help other parents not feel so alone. Her mission is to normalize motherhood and what it means to be a woman in today’s modern world. Motherhood, postpartum anxiety, coming out, lucky girl syndrome, and co-parenting, are just a FEW of the topics covered in this episode. Linda and Nikki touch on so many powerful topics while also keeping it light hearted and fun. Tune in to episode 77 with Linda Fruits. You don’t want to miss it! In this episode:
Quotes: “I felt guilt for not being intimate with my husband.” “A lot of beautiful things stem from pain. What my ex-husband and I have now is unshakable. If we can get through me coming out, it really says a lot about how we are good friends.” “A lot of my postpartum anxiety stemmed from thinking I had to do everything perfectly all the time. I didn’t understand that I would make mistakes and that it is okay to make mistakes.” “Motherhood is one of the first times I knew how to say no.” “I swear I have lucky girl syndrome. It’s when you keeping thinking that wonderful things will come to you. I always think, what ever comes and finds me, is exactly what I need.” “The overwhelming positive response I got from people after coming out was not only something I didn’t expect, but something that was so reassuring in that moment.” “At the end of the day I am not responsible for anyone else. Not how they feel or think. I am just not responsible. It is a huge weight off my shoulders.” Episode Timestamps: 5:30- 18:23 | How Linda discovered herself 20:30- 26:54 | The “perfect” mommy culture 30:30- 34:22 | How coming out has impacted Linda’s kids 34:24- 36:15 | Linda’s journey as an author 36:15- | The fear of not knowing how other’s will perceive your life choices Connect with Linda https://fruitsofmotherhood.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Truth speakers!! This is a RETREAT you don’t want to miss! Give yourself PERMISSION to RECEIVE the rest and renewal you deserve. So often, we abandon our own needs to care for other people/tasks. Layer on the hectic holiday season, and you enter the new year depleted. NO… Going into the new year, we are prioritizing ourselves. The “Rest & Renewal” retreat is hosted by Josephine Atluri - a certified life and mindfulness coach, author of two mindfulness books, and mom of 7! Book your spot HERE for Journeys with Josephine’s Rest & Renewal wellness retreat in stunning Sedona, AZ, March 3-5. - SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. NOW OPEN IN FORT LAUDERDALE! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 03 Dec 2024 | Becoming a Generator Through Quantum Energy with Jocelyn Sandstrom Part 2. Ep. 169 | 00:33:14 | |
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Welcome back to Part 2 with Jocelyn Sandstrom. Tune in!
In this episode…
Stuck in indecision
Inner power
Your story
Manifestation
Leveling UP
Feeling the feels
Quotes
“I believe that indecision is a core belief system of not knowing yourself. I think that when you know yourself, you already know the answers.” - Nikki Spo
“As long as you don’t get stuck in the disappointment, you can harvest the learnings, pivot, and then you can turn it into your superpower.” - Jocelyn Sandstrom
Timestamps:
0:00 - 4:00 | Intro
4:00 - 11:50 | Making a decision
11:50 - 21:30 | Attachment to your story
21:30 - 26:55 | Manifestation
26:55 - 30:43 | Outro
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www.nikkispo.com
@nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo
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| 03 Sep 2024 | Omg…Sex After Childbirth. Send This to your baby daddy PART 2 with Dr. Kat Vigo. Ep. 158 | 00:34:13 | |
Welcome back to part 2 with Dr. Kat Vigo. Today we are talking about the thing no one really talks about: sex after you have a baby… Tune in to find out more! In this episode…
Quotes “Returning to intimacy after having a baby does not necessitate penetration and everyone thinks that.” - Dr. Kat Vigo “There are plenty of reasons why a postpartum vagina is not set up for success sexually.” - Dr. Kat Vigo “Our brains are largely rewired during and after pregnancy and it’s 100% focused on keeping that new baby alive.” - Dr. Kat Vigo “We as women should be having the best sex of our lives throughout our lives.” - Nikki Spo “The more we talk about these things the more people are able to ultimately come home to themselves, to feel happy and secure in their bodies and minds, and so that they can go and thrive and be the best versions of themselves.” Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:25 - | Intro 1:25 - 2:50 | Sex after having a baby 2:50 - 4:35 | Societal / male pressure 4:35 - 5:40 | Postpartum changes 5:40 - 9:45 | Progesterone & estrogen 9:45 - 13:20 | A healthy vagina for intercourse 13:20 - 16:46 | Rest & digest postpartum 16:46 - 21:55 | Do vaginas go back to normal? 21:55 - 24:20 | Making sense out of a postpartum vagina 24:20 - 28:15 | Health concerns 28:15 - 29:20 | Hope & healing 29:20 - 31:50 | What holds women back from having these hard convos 31:50 - 34:13 | Outro – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Dr. Kat Vigo https://painlesspregnancy.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 02 Nov 2021 | 18. Influencing, Entrepreneurship, and Living with PCOS with Candice Craig | 00:36:06 | |
Candice Craig is an American dancer, singer, songwriter, model, actress, content creator, producer and business owner! WHEW! She has danced on world tours, in videos, and on television for acts such as Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Diddy, Ciara, Pharrell Williams, Pitbull, Marc Anthony and more. Born out of the need to travel, dance, work and live in an outfit and the lack of comfortable and attractive options, Candice founded VVIVIIVIII Count Me In Activewear and then VV-Eyes-Lash. After being diagnosed with Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome in 2019, Candice made the mini series “Living with P.C.O.S.” where she shares her journey and experience living with this diagnosis. Candice lives in Los Angeles with her fiancé Omar. In this episode, Nikki and Candice cover a whole range of topics. The ladies discuss Candice’s illustrious dance career, her video production career, and her music career. Additionally, Candice shares how her day-to-day schedule of travel, rehearsal and ‘look your best’ gave birth to her successful activewear line VVIVIIVIII Count Me In as well as her eyelash line. Lastly, Candice candidly shares the painful experience of living with undiagnosed P.C.OS. and how her diagnosis helped her to reclaim her life and body. Connect with Candice: Web: www.shop.countmein5678.com IG: @candice Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information about collaborations/sponsorships, please contact brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 11 Oct 2022 | 67. A Daily Dose of Determination with Divya Gugnani | 00:40:54 | |
SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. -- This week, Nikki is interviewing Divya Gugnani who is the co-founder and CEO of Wander Beauty. Nikki met Divya when they both moderated The HEARD’s Beauty for Breakfast Panel. Divya is so impressive, down to Earth, relatable, and super fun! Divya is a Harvard Business graduate who left her career in investment banking and private equity to build a POPULAR online fashion destination. She sold to QVC in 2012 and co-founded Wander Beauty. Divya uses her success and platform to help other female founders of color. She is the type of woman who makes everyone around her feel like the possibilities are endless. Nikki and Divya discuss so many compelling topics from empowering women to be successful, to Divya’s favorite beauty tricks. This episode touches on big life changes, work-life balance, creating seats at the table for other women, meditation, interdependence, and so much more. Tune in to listen to this inspiring and thought-provoking episode! In this episode…
Connect with Nikki: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo @theknowwithnikkispo Connect with Divya: @dgugnani QUOTES: “A seat at the table means opportunities.” “If we want to change the narrative of women having opportunities, we need to have women at all levels. At entry-level, mid-level, and senior leadership positions. We need to be everywhere so we can be surrounding every industry.” “We have to open doors and invite people in.” “I was so motivated and so inspired to work on my own, have my own career, to be self-sufficient, to be independent, to be able to own and buy and create things on my own terms. That is what motivated me.” “I am in the happiest place in my life that I have ever been in. It took me so many years to get here, so many mistakes and miss-steps. And it is ok. Everyone has a different journey.” “I want women to be empowered to make choices. We should be able to make choices about our bodies and what we want to do with them. We should be able to make choices about our careers and our family. We need to make these choices with partners who are supportive of our journies just the way we are supportive of theirs.” “I had children and it turned my life upside. It was an identity crisis. I thought, ‘how can I be good at work and be a good mom?’ We have to learn interdependence.” “The world revolves around interdependence. You have to learn how to rely on others to do your job and fulfill your job. You also have to be there for people when they need help. Learn to be interdependent.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 11 Jan 2022 | 28. The Next Generation of STRONG GIRLS with Virginia Akar, CEO of Girls, Inc. | 00:37:33 | |
Virginia M. Akar is the founding CEO of Girls Inc. of Greater Miami, formerly known as Strong Girls, Inc. As an advocate for education equality, she works to ensure that girls in underserved communities have access to support, resources and information that will lead to positive academic, health and behavioral outcomes. Virginia’s early career as a Miami-Dade County prosecutor working in the juvenile division set the foundation for her advocacy work for young girls. She saw beyond the child in front of the judge and saw instead a complex system that rarely addressed the problem from its root causes. In 2015, research led her to Social and Emotional Learning as a solution to help young girls, particularly those who’ve experienced childhood trauma, break out of the vicious cycle they were born into. In 2020 Virginia was awarded the United Way Essie Silva Community Builder Award. Virginia, her husband and their three children are proud to call Miami home. -- IN THIS EPISODE OF THE KNOW WITH NIKKI SPO, Nikki and Virginia discuss many topics related to the empowerment of young women and girls. Virginia shares her story of leaving a successful career as a prosecutor to raise her children, and how her earlier career and what she had seen led her to create the nonprofit Strong Girls, Inc. Nikki and Virginia touch on the importance of mentorship, the importance of having “the right mentor” and the beauty and strength created when one woman connects with another. Virginia provides a comprehensive outline of the amazing work Girls Inc. of Greater Miami is doing including the “whole girl experience”. In her fun and thoughtful way, Nikki floats the topic of how women relate to their bodies, how men relate to women’s personal relationships with their own bodies and how we all must work together to create societal change around this somewhat taboo topic. Lastly, the women touch on the concept of “leaning in”, asking for help and accepting that help. Listen! -- More topics covered: the power of self-esteem building for children mentorship the concept of "not yet" the whole girl experience leaning in and the strength of asking for help -- Connect with Virginia: Web: www.girlsincmiami.org IG: @girlsincmiami Connect with Nikki: Web: www.nikkispo.com IG: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on sponsorship/collaborations, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 12 Apr 2022 | 41. Finding Your Way with Jane Jourdan-Hunter, Founder + CEO of way | 00:39:29 | |
What’s up, fam! Episode 41 of The Know with Nikki Spo is brought to you by Pillow Cube! This is THE pillow for side sleepers, and Pillow Cube has been a game-changer for me when it comes to getting a good night’s rest. Check out www.pillowcube.com and use my code NikkiSpo10 for 10% off of your order today! - Today’s guest, Jane Jourdan-Hunter, is the co-founder and CEO of way. Jane is a classically trained vocalist and discovered the self-soothing power of her own voice at a young age. That concept really came to life when Jane created way in 2020. way creates therapeutic audio tracks in your own voice customized to your needs (like reducing anxiety or increasing presence). In this episode, Jane and Nikki discuss the magic of hearing our own voices during tough moments, and how this can help us detect fear and anxiety, and ultimately nudge us toward the path of healing. Other than the tools of therapeutic audio tracks, the ladies chat about the healing that can come from safe + supervised use of psychedelics. Jane tells us about her experience in this area and how it helped her reveal her true self. This episode covers so many inspiring topics from therapeutic tools to diving deep into both Nikki and Jane’s personal life challenges. Additional topics covered:
Connect with Nikki: @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Connect with Jane: www.experienceway.com jane@experienceway.com For more information about collars/sponsorships, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 16 Apr 2024 | Birth Control and Cycle School with Kate Morton. Ep. 144 | 00:50:42 | |
What is up fammmm! Today we are getting into the topic of cycles… yeah, our monthly cycles. With over seven years of experience as a registered dietitian and a master's degree in human clinical nutrition, today's guest Kate Morton is dedicated to menstrual health and anti-diet culture education. She founded Funk It Wellness with a mission to empower all menstruators, providing them with autonomy over their bodies and helping them make peace with food and their cycles. Tune in to find out more! In this episode…
Quotes: “We make up over half of the population and there's not enough studies about us and our bodies and how we function and we are the life bringers.” - Nikki Spo “Society does not like to honor aging women and so of course we're not going to talk about sex because our society is so twisted.” - Kate Morton “When we're disconnected from our bodies, we don't appreciate them and we don't love them and we don't take care of them the way that we should.” - Kate Morton “There's four phases of your menstrual cycle. You feel different in each phase. Your body needs different care in each phase.” - Kate Morton “I think people need to understand that my menstrual cycle doesn't make me weak. It's actually a super power that I can use to my advantage.” - Kate Morton Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:10 | Intro 2:10 - 6:55 | The beginning of the period 6:55 - 11:45 | Birth control 11:45 - 16:55 | Pros and cons of birth control 16:55 - 18:20 | Menopause 18:20 - 20:00 | Body disconnection 20:00 - 23:48 | Perception of menstruation 26:00 - 37:25 | Phases of the menstrual cycle 37:25 - 43:40 | Seed cycling 43:40 - 48:20 | Open communication about menstrual cycles in relationships 48:20 - 50:42 | Outro – Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! Connect with Kate @carbsandkate / @funk.it.wellness Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 01 Mar 2022 | 35. YOUR Empowered Life! with Susan Burrell | 00:37:57 | |
In this “woo woo” episode of The Know with Nikki Spo, Nikki and Susan go off script! The ladies discuss consciousness, awareness, and intuition. Susan leads us in a powerful clearing and then in a beautiful meditation. Susan and Nikki discuss the journey of the soul, how our personal healing can work to break family patterns and cycles and how our energy, choices and lives can all work together to make lasting changes for the greater good. Susan shares her insights, experience and even cues us in on some ways that the universe is trying to get our individual attentions. Susan reminds us to be awake and mindful to the world around us as we are all creating the future. ___ Susan Burrell is an Intuitive Healer and Spiritual Guide. She has navigated life by learning how to listen within to the Divine urge that keeps pointing her in the direction of her life’s purpose. She is an empath who now realizes that the empathic part of her is a gift, and it is what she uses when she works with clients to help them to uncover their brilliance and inner love. Susan loves being in conversation with people and learning what they think and feel. She loves it so much that she started a podcast called, Empowering Chats with Susan Burrell which can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio or your favorite podcast platform. This podcast is a follow-up to Susan's positive talk radio show called, “Living Your Inspired Life” that she hosted and broadcast in Ventura, Santa Barbara and Los Angeles counties from 2010-2016. Susan’s book Live An Empowered Life! is a 30-Day Journey Book filled with affirmations, tools and exercises that will lead you to a higher, deeper consciousness, one of self-love and transformation. Susan has also created Inspirational Empowerment Cards as a companion to the book to give you daily affirmations and inspiration as you navigate your 30-Day Journey. Mostly, Susan loves supporting women in their inner growth toward finding their true empowerment. She gets so much joy watching a woman unfold from her broken ideas of who she thinks she is and blossom into the beautiful and powerful being she was meant to be. She teaches what she has personally learned and navigated through in her life. After feeling that her heart and her life were shattered beyond repair, she came to realize that her true self - the one she was meant to be was hidden under the rubble and shards of a seemingly “broken” life. Connect with Nikki: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo @theknowwithnikkispo For information on collars/sponsorships, please email brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 27 Feb 2024 | Building Your Brand with Amy Peterson. Ep. 137 | 00:39:33 | |
Welcome back, my friends! Today I am excited to host a dear friend and an incredible business person, THE skin savant Amy Peterson. Amy has been a licensed medical esthetician for over 16 years. She was the clinical educator for Solta Medical and is now in Miami with a mission to create a practice that redefines luxury skincare, exudes warm spearheads innovation, and promotes practitioner and client education. Tune in to find out more! In this episode…
Quotes: “I had this mindset of never saying no to opportunities that landed and being a sponge for knowledge.” - Amy Peterson “I knew that being a stay at home mom wasn’t going to fill my cup enough and I knew that I would be a better mom if my cup was full.” - Amy Peterson “Big things don’t happen overnight. Time takes time.” - Nikki Spo “In order to kick start your career you need to push forward and persevere through the unknown.” - Nikki Spo “People think that success comes immediately, and it doesn't. I can tell you that the thing that I did that I know moved the needle for me was that I didn't cut corners. Even when it was easier, I always went the longer route.” - Amy Peterson “The rest of the world can criticize me but I know what I'm saying and I feel great about what I'm saying and delivering and I'm gonna put it out there.” - Amy Peterson “My husband and I have learned how to work together within our separate careers. He'll take the back seat when I'm shining and then I'll take the back seat when he's shining and then sometimes we shine together and sometimes we don't shine at all.” - Amy Peterson “You don't know what you don't know until you know it.” - Nikki Spo “You learn your lessons in the amount of time it takes you to learn the lessons and you'll keep repeating the same lessons over and over until you learn it.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:15 | Introduction 3:15 - 10:25 | The beginning journey of Amy 10:25 - 12:50 | Time takes time 12:50 - 15:10 | Not cutting corners 15:10 - 18:46 | The truths of being an entrepreneur 21:00 - 27:50 | Dissecting how having a high performing & achieving spouse affecting career trajectory 27:50 - 36:45 | Transitioning into the action of a career 36:45 - 39:33 | Outro PAINLESS PREGNANCY AD 18:46 - 21:00 Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! Connect with Amy Peterson https://www.skincarebyamypeterson.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 01 Nov 2022 | 70. My Experience Having a C-Section with Nikki Spo | 00:19:49 | |
Listen in this week as I chat openly about having a cesarean birth with my third baby after having two vaginal deliveries. In this episode, I chat about: • Cholestasis of Pregnancy • Potential birthing complications • How I came to my decision to have a C-section • How I mentally and emotionally prepared • The power of the playlist • Finding joy and excitement in my birthing process Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | 120. Nikki Spo // UNVEILED: The Magic is YOU | 00:10:19 | |
Welcome back to a #MAGICAL episode of The Know! I believe that we mirror the things around us. The way that we view the world is the way that we view ourselves. In this episode of Nikki Spo // UNVEILED, I am exploring the true and raw magic within us. We can identify, understand, and connect with our magic when we surround ourselves with pure souls. Not light dimmers. Remember- YOU are the magic in everything you see. It all starts with you. Because the magic IS you. In this episode…
Quotes: “I really truly believe that we mirror the things around us and that we see ourselves in everything.” “We don’t fly away from the hard things, and we don’t gloss over the ugly bits.” “Magic, however, is magnetic. It's attractive. And by attractive, I don't mean that it's just pretty. I mean that it attracts.” “What do we do when someone tries to dim your light? You respectfully walk away. You want to be around people who want you to be more you.” “When you give your magic away freely, it comes back to you. Not always right away, or even from the source for which you gifted it, but it always comes back.” Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:00 | Introduction 1:00 - 3:20 | Viewing your life 3:20 - 6:05 | Seeing & looking for the magic 6:05 - 9:30 | Tips for removing yourself from non-magical energy Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 22 Oct 2024 | Sex Talk with the STUD of All Studs: Jackson Hightower. Part 1! Ep. 163 | 00:43:09 | |
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It’s getting hot in here. Are your hips all stretched out? Are you ready? Bc this week we have Jackson Hightower joining us… and girly pops, you need to hear thisssss.
Jackson Hightower is a pioneer in redefining masculinity. He advocates for a holistic and fulfilling approach to male sexuality. This is a two part series so in Part 1 we are chatting about being a content creator in our respective spaces and then we go real… um… deep when it comes to porn’s impact on men and relationships.
Send this to your boo. BOO.
In this episode…
Expectations for public personalities
Haters & negativity
Parasocial reality
Semen retention and… WHYYYYY TF would anyone do that
Porn’s impact on men and their intimate performance
Addiction to watching porn
Quotes
“If you are continuously releasing multiple times a day you are getting rid of your life force energetically, it's your power.” - Jackson Hightower
“Guys are addicted to porn. It's an addiction and it's nasty because you can’t see it.” - Jackson Hightower
“The most difficult part for people who have an addiction problem is delaying the gratification and then continuing to delay the gratification and stay in the moment.” - Nikki Spo
“When it comes to addiction you lose your power, and your life force, and creative drive, and your edge.” - Jackson Hightower
Timestamps:
0:00 - 4:30 | Intro
4:30 - 8:05 | Expectations
8:05 - 10:45 | Social media haters
10:45 - 13:30 | How Nikki & Jackson met
13:30 - 14:45 | Parasocial reality
14:45 - 20:51 | Jackson's buildup
20:51 - 23:20 | Energy release & preservation
23:30 - 29:35 | Freedom from porn
29:35 - 34:30 | How to bring up the porn addiction to your partner
34:30 - 39:00 | Swallowing your pride
39:00 - 40:37 | Outro
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| 08 Feb 2022 | 32. Manifest or Bust! A Look into Our Relationships with $$$$ with Laina Caltagirone | 00:30:15 | |
Laina Caltagirone is an NLP-certified life coach and teacher of modern spirituality, mindset, and manifestation. She creates courses, runs group programs, does private and corporate coaching, and is the owner of the international wellness retreat, Soulcation. Her mission is to empower people everywhere to create their own dream life. In this episode of The Know with Nikki Spo, Nikki and Laina talk about money through the lens of the relationship that (many) women have around it. Using Nikki’s money story as one example, Laina and Nikki breakdown the different ways in which our backgrounds, our ingrained beliefs and even generational ideas around money can deeply affect the way we live and the way in which we view money. Specifically focusing on the very common female relationship to finances including shame, discomfort, and feelings of scarcity, many women feel uncomfortable even speaking about money. We are here to break that cycle! As Laina so aptly says, “We are the awake generation!" Laina’s belief is that we (as humans) are natural manifesters and have the ability to create anything we want. She believes that anything and everything is possible for you if you release any and all limiting beliefs. Laina shares some coaching strategies on real life tools that can be easily implemented into daily life to create all your money dreams. Laina’s philosophy is that “to manifest, you must get clear and ask for what you want, believe you can have it, and receive it through taking daily actions, following your intuition and aligning your inner world with it." If you are ready to examine your own personal relationship with abundance, lack, and manifestation this is the episode for you. Let’s go! More topics covered: Anything and everything is possible for you You are a natural manifestor and have the ability to create anything you want Hot to get clear on what your core beliefs are Being willing to look at and be vulnerable with your fears The idea that financial abundance and even financial freedom have nothing to do with what is in your bank account Financial trauma and shame and how it can be inter-generational The concept of “being taken care of” (what it is and what it isn’t!) Asking for and receiving help It’s never too late to begin again Connect with Laina: www.lainacaltagirone.com @laina_caltagirone Connect with Nikki: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information on collars & sponsorships, please contact brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 02 Jan 2024 | 130. Experiential Billionaire with Joe Huff | 00:47:58 | |
HAPPY NEW YEAR truth speakers and light seekers! Today I am joined by Joe Huff, a longtime friend and the co-author of the book “Experiential Billionaire.” In this convo, we talk about what it means to be an experiential billionaire and how to build a life that is RICH in EXPERIENCES. Joe huff is one of the most positive humans I have ever met and during a time in my life that was kinda chaotic, Joe was a positive “seed planter.” He is obsessed with experiences and I am so excited for you all to tune into this amazing conversation. In this episode…
Quotes: “We build relationships through shared experiences.” - Joe Huff “There’s a tremendous power in story telling and that is part of why I have this show, to tell the stories of people like you and the amazing things you do.” - Nikki Spo “It is so important to move away from a fear based mindset and into an abundance mindset where you truly believe you are always going to be okay, you’re always going to receive something from the world and be provided for, and you will not be left stranded.” - Nikki Spo “What we are trying to do is show people the experiences that they will truly value and coupling that with a sense of urgency to go after those things. That leads to a life of limitless possibilities and less regret.” - Joe Huff “The lows of your life are where you do the most learning.” - Nikki Spo “These life experiences, the bad ones and the good ones, ultimately bring us a sense of peace, wholeness, and fulfillment in life.” - Nikki Spo “When passion and purpose collide, that’s where you find that happiness.” - Joe Huff “We have this crazy ability to overestimate the negative possibility’s and underestimate the positive potential.” - Joe Huff “It’s not about climbing Mount Everest or running a marathon, it’s about finding the magic around you everyday.” - Joe Huff Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:50 | Introduction 2:50 - 14:30 | Joe’s catalyst of sharing his experiences 14:30 - 16:55 | Finding a purpose in what you do 16:55 - 18:40 | Money vs. experiences - not mutually exclusive 18:40 - 21:10 | Learning from your lows 21:10 - 25:20 | Giving people a sense of urgency 25:20 - 30:45 | How society defines wealth 30:45 - 33:35 | “The cave you fear holds the treasure you seek” 33:35 - 36:10 | “Believing in the make believe” 36:10 - 43:15 | Complacency 43:15 - 45:45 | How to turn negatives into positives 45:45 - 47:58 | Outroduction Connect with Joe Huff / Experiential Billionaire https://www.experientialbillionaire.com/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 22 Feb 2022 | 34. Having Hope with Nikki Spo | 00:13:16 | |
It’s me! I’m back for another solo episode and this time I’m talking about Hope. In this episode, I cover how I was able to work through some of my darkest days and how I went from feeling complete despair in my life, to becoming a keeper and deliverer of hope. Having been able to reflect on my toughest moments, I realized four common denominators which helped me go from hope-less to hope-full. I share those in this quick monologue. This episode is here for you whenever you need to borrow some of my Hope. Please know that you are NOT ALONE, and if you are having dark thoughts, please reach out for help from a loved one or a professional. Love you all! So grateful for YOU! Connect with me: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo @theknowwithnikkispo For information on collabs/sponsorships, email brands@nikkispo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 13 Feb 2024 | Maybe it's NOT a Mid-Life Crisis with Kathy Batista. Ep. 135 | 00:44:59 | |
Welcome back! Today we have a loaded episode with Kathy Batista as we consider that there are opportunities to create magic all around us and that maybe, just maybe... it isn’t actually a mid-life crisis. Kathy Batista is the go-to coach for midlife women. She believes midlife isn't just based on age but that it's a phase of life, and that it can be your best one yet. By tapping into your values and skills, you can take aligned action to create purpose and joy, leading to that often missing sense of fulfillment. Guys It’s time for some mid-life MAGIC, and we are just a perspective shift away from creating the life we’ve always wanted. In this episode…
Quotes: “We now need to work with that gut instinct and approach people that we instinctively have a feeling of safety around.” - Kathy Batista “I have gotten to the point where I don't even care what the why is anymore. I'm just ready for a change, a whole change. I'm ready to do it and I think it takes a lot of courage for people to get there.” - Nikki Spo “I realized that my envy was a tool in revealing to myself where my alignment might be.” - Nikki Spo “Envy is recognizing the oneness in other people. We are all one.” Kathy Batista Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:30 | Introduction 2:30 - 7:15 | Kathy’s background 7:15 - 11:15 | One day at a time 11:15 - 16:00 | Trusting your gut 16:00 - 21:30 | Getting out of your own way 21:30 - 23:29 | Making the change 25:42 - 29:20 | Envy 29:20 - 31:25 | Making decision for YOURSELF 31:25 - 36:45 | The 3 pillars 36:45 - 42:30 | Mindfulness 42:30 - 44:59 | Outro Connect with Kathy Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo PROMO: Painless Pregnancy is a group of physical therapists located in South Florida who specialize in helping pregnant and postpartum women prevent dysfunction and heal… in the comfort of their own homes. This concierge service has been a game changer for me after my third childbirth, and I am excited to partner with them and offer our Listeners 10% off their first visit with my code NikkiSpo10. Check out www.painless-pregnancy.com to book your appointment! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 08 Aug 2023 | 110. Pushing Boundaries with Candice Horbacz | 00:48:50 | |
What’s up fam! This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studios. Scroll down for your deals. -- You all know that Nikki pushes boundaries when it comes to conversations on The Know. In this episode with Candice Horbacz, pushing boundaries is exactly what they do. Nikki and Candice talk about creating an anti-fragile marriage, differences in sexuality, the impact of porn on relationships, motherhood, the divine feminine, entrepreneurship, and so much more. Candice is the type of woman who can not be pigeonholed, especially in her career. She is a former adult entertainer, a Web3 entrepreneur, an organizer of spiritual retreats centered around psychedelics and wellness, a mother of two boys, a wife, and the podcast host of Chatting with Candice. Candice aims to inspire others, spark curiosity, and think independently. She does this as we dive into different perspectives on relationships, creating healthy and exciting sex lives, love languages, marriage, consensual non-monogamy, and sexuality. Let’s go! In this episode…
Timestamps 0:00- 2:00 | Introduction 2:00- 6:20 | How Candice grew up 6:20- 12:30 | Shame around being a sexually empowered woman 12:30- 17:30 | Candice’s relationship with her husband 17:30- 23:10 | Creating an anti-fragile relationship 23:10- 29:30 | Having a healthy and exciting sex life 29:30- 33:50 | The impact of porn on a relationship 33:50- 38:40 | Protecting our kids 38:40- 43:20 | Consensual non-monogamy 43:20- 48:50 | About Web3 Quotes: “From a very young age, I was met with shame and the ideas of original sin.” “I strongly believe that we come into this world as pure, love, goodness, and divinity.” “I met my husband as soon as I started webcamming. He was with me for my whole career in adult entertainment. I know that will blow some people’s minds.” “This idea that once you become a mom, you should be severed from pleasure and sexuality. I think this is the most crippling thing we can do to women. It is a loss of identity.” “Relationships, in my opinion, do not have one set of rules. Every relationship in itself makes its own rules.” - Nikki Spo “We give ourselves so many conditions to be loved, so how are we supposed to express unconditional love to someone else?” “Parents need to create a safe space, so their kids feel like they can come to them no matter what they do.” “When you go into these uncomfortable spaces, like being in a non-monogamous relationship, you must have a deep knowledge of who you are, who your partner is, and what you both want for the future.” Connect with Candice https://www.chattingwithcandice.com/about/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 06 Sep 2022 | 62. Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month - A Journey with Nikki Spo | 00:17:49 | |
If you want to discover how to get started earning $$$ by sharing your passion with more people, join Cathy Heller’s FREE It’s Time to Podcast bootcamp starting September 12. >> Click here to save your free spot __ September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, and this week, I am opening up about my journey as a parent of a child who was diagnosed with Cancer and successfully went through treatment. For Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, I want to encourage all parents to keep their eyes and their ears open. Never ever feel insecure or unsure of advocating for your child. Listen with compassion if someone chooses to open up to you about their situation. Ask how to help and try not to assume. Never push additional fear onto parents in the throes of supporting their child. They are terrified enough. Thank you for joining me on this vulnerable journey and for all of your positive energy. I'm grateful for my TKNS family! Connect with me: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Soundbites you don't want to miss: "It's a lot to process as a parent. We had to buckle up for the journey ahead." "It was really difficult for me to connect with other parents during this time. I think I wanted to detach myself from any outcome, good or bad." "I have had so many wonderful opportunities arise to inspire hope, spread even more awareness, and raise funds for pediatric cancer." Celebrating Positive Moments: "The treatments really did make him like Super-Hulk. At basketball practice, he was previously unable to get his shots up and into the big kid basket. Now, he was able to get those shots up. For what it's worth, it helped his confidence during a really difficult time and empowered him." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 17 Jan 2023 | 81. Revamping Your Relationships with The Gottman Method and Jaime Morgan | 00:49:40 | |
What's up, everyone! In this episode, we are talking about RELATIONSHIPS. Marriage and partnerships in general. We talk about how the Gottman method (which I have implemented in my own life) can help your relationship. Tune in and STRENGTHEN your relationships! This week, we have Jaime Morgan on the show. Jaime is a certified life coach and a Gottman Method-trained relationship coach. She combines her academic and past personal experiences of struggles with a failed marriage to help others. Jaime has a huge passion for helping divorced and unfulfilled couples thrive. Yes, THRIVE, through action-oriented coaching. Jaime Morgan helps women transition into the best chapters of their lives by gaining authentic confidence and letting go of their pasts. Tune in to learn about the Gottman Method and how it can improve your life, how to build trust and effective communication, choosing easy love, working towards successful relationships, and so much more. In this episode…
Quotes: “I feel strongly that the work we do on ourselves is the greatest work we can do for our relationships.” “It takes getting really grounded in yourself and going into these difficult conversations with the goal of being able to understand rather than being understood. It takes a lot of trust in your partner that you will eventually be heard and eventually get your chance to speak about how you feel.” “It takes a healthy dialouge and healthy conversations to be able to listen, have the conversation, and come up with a solution that feels good for both of you.” “When things are hard, we focus on the things that are hard. It spirals and builds negative on negative, so you have to get yourself out of that loop and choose to see what is actually working.” Timestamps: 1:45- 3:40 | Jaime’s experience with the Gottman method and what it is 3:40- 4:25 | #1 of The 7 Pillars of Marriage: Love mapping 4:25- 5:03 | #2 of The 7 Pillars of Marriage: Nurturing fondness and admiration 5:03- 9:25 | #3 of The 7 Pillars of Marriage: Turning towards eachother 9:25- 16:40 | #4 of The 7 Pillars of Marriage: Letting your partner influence you 16:40-18:05 | #5 & #6 of The 7 Pillars of Marriage: Solving you solvable problems and overcoming gridlock 18:05-19:05 | #7 of The 7 Pillars of Marriage: creating shared meaning 20:00- 31:40 | The four horsemen of Gottman 31:40- 39:20 | How Jaime arrived in this space of teaching the Gottman method 39:20- 41:50 | Putting your kids in the center of decision making 41:50- 45:30 | Giving yourself permission to feel big emotions 45:30- 49:00 | Choosing easy love Connect with Jaime Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 20 Aug 2024 | Divorce & Co-parenting with Michelle Dempsey-Multack PART 2. Ep. 157 | 00:32:32 | |
Welcome back fam to PART 2 of Divorce & Co-parenting with Michelle Dempsey-Multack. If you have not checked out part 1 it is sooo good. Anybody who is going through a divorce or separation or if you know somebody who is, I highly recommend you checking out part 1. Today we are getting started with part 2 so let's do this! In this episode…
Quotes “You gotta make sure you’re with somebody you want and not somebody you need.” - Michelle Dempsey-Multack “Co-parenting is underrated, it's made me a better parent.” - Nikki Spo “You really have to understand the difference between guilt and shame. Are you guilty of doing something bad or do you feel ashamed because somewhere along the line you believed you weren’t allowed to have your own identity as a mother or a person.” - Michelle Dempsey-Multack “Social media has become so black and white but when it comes to divorce you have to live in the gray. Get comfortable in the gray as a co-parent because that's your life” - Michelle Dempsey-Multack “What good co-parenting is is supporting your child's relationship with the other parent, staying in your lane and letting them be the parent they need to be, and following your parenting plan. It doesn’t need to be more difficult than that.” - Michelle Dempsey-Multack Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:25 | Intro 1:25 - 6:05 | Staying empowered 6:05 - 11:40 | Co-parenting is UNDERRATED 11:40 - 21:05 | Addressing social media hate 21:05 - 25:55 | Finding your co-parenting groove 25:55 - 30:15 | The importance of introducing new partners to your children 30:15 - 32:33 | Outro — SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code THEKNOWGLOW. Connect with Michelle https://momsmovingon.com/about/ Connect with Nikki @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| 08 Mar 2022 | 36. Don't Sleep on Your 40s with Marilyn Sanchez | 00:38:53 | |
This episode is brought to you by Sana Skin Studio! TBH guys it's my favorite place for me-time. They get my skin right and the vibes are on point. They have all the best clean & effective skincare products and the most knowledgeable skin healers. Check them out today and use my code THEKNOWGLOW for $25 off of your first facial when booking at www.sanaskinstudio.com. ___ I've been working on this one for a long time, truth speakers! I have wanted to interview Marilyn forever and she finally agreed! Listen in as she talks about her journey to opening her widely popular and hugely successful store, The Showroom... in her 40s! She has overcome so many obstacles and has pivoted relentlessly to provide for her family and create the business of her dreams. She inspires me and reminds me every day that my best days are ALWAYS ahead. And… She reminds women everywhere... NOT to sleep on their 40s. Additional topics covered: Loss of a loved one Motherhood Saving money after divorce Emotional coping strategies Love for fashion Betting on yourself Age is wisdom Success in your 40’s Connect with Marilyn: www.theshowroom-miami.com @theshowroommiami Connect with Nikki: www.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @theknowwithnikkispo For information about collabs/sponsorships, please email brands@nikkispo.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/support Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||