Joining the show today is a special guest, Bradee Felton aka Ponytail on a Trial! Bradee is a Certified Personal Trainer and holistic health coach. She is devoted to helping women everywhere get fit for the trails and tap into a thriving metabolism.    Over the next 40 minutes we dive into popular workouts and the burning question of how your workouts are actually affecting your metabolism. Bradee shares practical advice on workout adjustments and breaks down muscle myths. Tune in as we...

Joining the show today is the incredible Amy Green Smith! Amy is a certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and courageous communication expert. She is also the host of The Bold-Faced Truth podcast. She focuses largely on teaching chronic people-pleasers how to speak up for themselves without being riddled with guilt and fear.   Over the next 40 minutes, we dive into all things people pleasing, what people pleasing actually is, and how you can finally...

There are so many tips, tricks, and secrets on the internet that promise if you follow them you will grow your Instagram following exponentially when in reality, it takes much more than a few internet tricks. In today’s episode, I am sharing with you exactly what I would do if I were to start my Instagram account all over from the very beginning.    Over the next 15 minutes, I dive into the most important parts of growing a dedicated IG community. I share practical tips for organic growth...

Joining the show is the incredible Amanda Barnhart! Amanda is a new mom, doctor of physical therapy, wife, and 6x CrossFit games athlete and founder of The AllHart Move Better Method. Amanda is passionate about helping people get rid of their pain, move better, and reach their fitness goals while juggling a busy life.    Over the next 53 minutes, we dive into the real behind the scenes of what it is like to be a top CrossFit athlete, juggling family life, and running an online business. We...

Joining our show today is the inspiring Ellen Smartt, a savvy dietitian specializing in IBS and digestive health. Ellen's entrepreneurial spirit and passion for gut health shine as she reveals her journey into private practice, sharing how she transitioned from a full-time job with the support of her mentors and the OEA program. With an emphasis on the importance of community and effective business strategies without relying solely on a hefty social media following, Ellen proves that success...

We are so thrilled to share that baby #2 is set to arrive in 2024! In today’s episode, I am diving into my journey through the first trimester of my second pregnancy. From dealing with food aversions and morning sickness to managing a toddler and tailbone pain, I discuss the differences between my two pregnancies. I also share my approach to exercise, changing food routines, and the emotional impact of pregnancy on my daily life. I'm excited to take you along on this journey with me again!  ...

We are so excited welcome the incredible Amy Cohn to the show! Amy is a trailblazer who has worked with many startups and high-growth businesses, and CEO of Joy Days, a company on a sweet mission to produce low glycemic, blood sugar-friendly cookies that are as delightful as they are nutritious.   Over the next 50 minutes, we dive into the sugar-coated truths behind the food industry and the gaps in the market for reduced sugar products. She shares her inspiring journey from battling colon...

Are you ready for a life update?! As we wrap up the year, I wanted to share some personal insights and exciting updates with you. In today’s episode, I open up about the challenges I've faced in balancing mom life, entrepreneurship, and overcoming a serious content rut during our recent move. I share how I have been navigating through these obstacles, and even though it hasn’t always been smooth sailing, I'm proud to say that my business has continued to grow and evolve!   Tune in to hear...

Joining the show today is a special guest, Cory Ruth! Cory is a registered dietitian who has carved out a niche in the world of PCOS and infertility nutrition. She is also the creator of successful online programs The PCOS Boss Academy and Get Pregnant with PCOS and podcast host of the Imperfect PCOS Podcast. She is passionate about helping women understand the powerful connection between the family body systems and optimal health.    During our empowering conversation, we dive into the ...

Joining our show today is Bridgitte Mallinson, a functional medicine dietitian, business mentor & the founder and CEO of GutPersonal, a supplement company that empowers everyone to eliminate gut issues for good through a personalized approach. After healing a lifelong struggle with her gut, Bridgitte has spent a decade studying functional medicine and nutrition as a registered functional dietitian. She became wildly interested in building and scaling her businesses in the pandemic and...

In today’s episode, I sat down with the wonderful Cait Howard, CEO of Amplify Boutique, co-host of the Ambitious Moms Club podcast, and mom to three girls. Cait has made a name for herself in the podcast world by helping clients leverage the power of audio to amplify their brand and grow their businesses.   Our conversation is loaded with brilliant insights on podcast growth, launch strategy, and sharing. Join us as we dive into big topics like answering audience queries, ground-strategy...

Joining the show today is Dr. Jenny Borda! Dr. Jenny is a physical therapist, a former gymnast, and a former gymnastics coach turned online business owner. She specializes in gymnastics wellness and performance and is passionate about helping gymnasts overcome the toxic industry where pain and injury are normal occurrences.    Over the next 55 minutes, we dive into starting an online business and balancing motherhood and how you can monetize your online audience. We chat about physical...

Recently, I attended the Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo® and in today’s episode, I pull back the curtain to share a day in the life at the conference as well as tips on how you can optimize your experience at the FNCE®.    Over the next 30 minutes, I dive further into the journey of entrepreneurship, how it led me to the recent Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo®, and the importance of networking and stepping out of our comfort zones. I share realistic tips on how you can beat...

Today we have Katarina Polonska joining the show! Katarina is an internationally accredited Connection Coach. She specializes in coaching high-achievers, leaders, and founders how to get out of their heads. Katarina has a background in behavioral science experience and roots in Transformational Coaching and embodied cognition methodologies.    Over the next 40 minutes, we explore the power of mindset and connections for high achieving leaders and founders. Katarina shares her unique...

Today we welcome Dani Sheriff to the show! Dani is a period recovery coach, Fertility Awareness Certified Practioner, Functional Nutrition Counselor, and founder of the HA Society. Her mission is to free up mental space for those stuck in the diet-hard mindset so that they can do their life’s greatest work.   During our empowering conversation, we dive into how you can recover your period and fertility even with hypothalamic amenorrhea. Dani shares her journey of becoming a period recovery...

Joining the show today is lifestyle and recipe content creator, Sari Diskin. Sari focuses on sharing easy recipes and daily life navigating new motherhood. She is passionate about sharing her everyday joys but doesn’t shy away from real conversations. Sari left the corporate world back in 2017 and has grown her online community to over 50k people.    During our empowering conversation, we dive into navigating motherhood in the digital age and sharing your child's face on social media. We...

Today’s episode, I am joined by a very special guest, my husband, Zack Matthews! This is an episode that has been a long time coming and what many would consider an intriguing and sometimes taboo topic- the dynamics of working with your spouse in your business.    Over the next 32 minutes, we discuss our experience working together and how we have had to navigate the challenges that come along with it. We chat about everything from our different working styles, the balance of creativity and...

In this episode, Deanna sits down with Kristen Allen, Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and Pediatric Dietitian known online as the "The Lactation Mentor". Kristen opens up about her journey from her clinical role to entrepreneur and how she overcame initial feelings of imposter syndrome comparing herself to other popular accounts in her field. You'll her how after beginning to create content and reaching others, Kristen found confidence in her unique voice and perspective.   Kristen is...

You know the saying…what got you here, won’t get you there! If you are looking to make more than 10k a month or you are just starting out, today’s episode is for you. I share the priorities you should be focusing on to get you there and my personal tips that I have tested in my own business.    Join me as I chat about the importance of personal growth and evolution at every milestone in business and share my top strategies for standing out from competitors, creating a consistent marketing...

Joining the show today is body image therapist and PCOS warrior, Savana Antonation! She is a dog mom, a recovered chronic dieter who now helps other women rewrite what they say about their bodies and break free from food rules.    During our conversation, Savana shares her journey from a chronic dieter to her PCOS diagnosis to becoming a body image therapist. We dive into what is emotional eating and how to recognize red flags when you are seeking help. Savana shares how to build a group...

We all do it, now it is time to talk about it! You know we aren’t shy around here and today’s episode is all about your gut health and poop and joining the show today is registered dietitian and nutritionist, Erin Judge! Erin is the founder of Gutivate, a virtual nutrition counseling practice for digestive disorders and gastrointestinal conditions. She is proud of her work in education and advocacy for the IBS patient community through social media, as well as her work in providing resources...

To niche or not to niche, that is the question often debated on the internet. My vote is to niche and better yet, niche to bring in the most profit in your business. In today’s episode, I dive into the power of niching down and how having a clear idea of your target audience will get you maximum profit. I share real-life examples of those who have successfully found their niche and built seven-figure businesses in doing so.    I also share tips on how you can figure out who your ideal...

This episode is sponsored by the Online Entrepreneur Academy. Are you a dietitian or female wellness expert that's feeling undervalued in your job? Not passionate about what you're doing, or are you working one to one with clients now and want to scale your private practice to group an online coach courses and programs, then OEA is perfect for you. This is a three month high touch coaching program and we are currently enrolling for our next cohort. Find our more and apply here. 

If you have been thinking about going the route of a dietetic internship, this episode will be invaluable to you! Today, I am joined by one of best entrepreneur friends, Jenny Westerkamp who is CEO of All Access Dietetics and owns her own private practice. Jenny is no stranger to the dietetic word, she was in sport nutrition for over 13 years and was the team nutritionist for the Chicago Bulls.    Over the next 55 minutes, we discuss the nature of dietetic internships, what your options are...

You're probably here because you want to hear my breakdown on Bobby Parrish aka FlavCity. Of course, I am going to spill the tea but I also share the positive aspects of educating our kids on healthy food habits. I dive into food education and the impacts that is has on children and the toxic relationship and shaming that exists around food in our society. I address the misinformation, the potential development of eating disorders, and the need for a more nuanced approach when it comes to...