Episodes
IT’S THE 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY EPISODE! Joining in the celebration of this milestone is Paul Angone, best-selling author as well as blogger, podcaster, and speaker about “groan up” life. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest join forces to discuss growing up and struggling with the “what now” moments in life. Continue to grow with Paul and visit All Groan Up https://allgroanup.com How to GET FAR with the podcast: Subscribe to ‘How Did I Get This Far?’ and leave a rating and review...
Published 05/25/21
Published 05/25/21
You will LIVE LAUGH LOVE this collaboration episode! Loren and Alex of The Basic Bitch Podcast crack open a White Claw as they share the BASICS of being BASIC. In addition to being podcast co-hosts, Alex is a makeup artist, a business administrator, and a mom, and Loren is a recruiter, a candle maker, and a wine enthusiast! Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guests recap prepping for Bachelor night, picking out candles, taking care of your skin, and even prepping for job...
Published 05/18/21
FROM A MAJOR STREAMING PLATFORM COMES AN EXCITING WAY TO FIND EVER LASTING LOVE. NOW CASTING SINGLES FOR AN ULTIMATE ROMANTIC LOVE EXPERIMENT.  The Holiday Pursue love in a whimsical, international location Are you over the modern dating methods? Have you gotten into a dating slump? Exhausted from the dating apps? Are you a true romantic at heart who is ready to find their soulmate? If you are single and at least 21 years old, apply now for your chance to find love in an unprecedented...
Published 05/11/21
Stay safe! Professional MMA fighter Chelsea Kyann LaGrrasse knocks out the basics of self defense. Chelsea uses real martial arts techniques to train in fitness, nutrition, and self defense in her workout course and popular TikTok account. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest attack proper use and storage of self defense tools, tips for staying aware of your surroundings, and self defense techniques. Train like a fighter and follow Chelsea on Instagram: @chelseakyann How to GET...
Published 05/04/21
Make some room for another episode! Professional organizer Monica Fay sorts out the basics of decluttering. Monica is the author of the self-help book, The Energetic Outcome: A Guide To Decluttering Your Head, Home, & Hustle. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest organize the reasons we hold onto our things, the constructive steps to begin decluttering, and the best options for what to do with the clutter. Tidy up with Monica! Follow her on Instagram @msmonicafay, visit her...
Published 04/27/21
Happy 4/20! “Queen of Medical Marijuana” Dina Browner dispenses the basics on cannabis. After being one of the first to advocate for safe access to medical marijuana, Dina was nicknamed “Dr. Dina” by Snoop Dogg. She was also the inspiration behind Nancy Botwin on the award-winning comedy-drama “Weeds.” Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest make a joint effort in covering the origin of 420, the benefits of CBD, the stigma around marijuana, and the different ways to try cannabis. Grow...
Published 04/20/21
Hey Siri! Get a tech guru on the podcast! Former Apple employee Brian Tong reboots our knowledge on the basics of technology. Brian has been on-air talent for media platforms and news stations covering technology and consumer electronics. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest get updates on shopping for electronics, using WiFi and Bluetooth, saving battery life, and evaluating our future with tech. Special thank you to this episode’s virtual assistant, Stillclouds! Hear more...
Published 04/13/21
Nailed it! Self-taught DIY couple, Ryan and Kelsey Mansingh, redesign our understanding on the basics of home improvement and interior design. More commonly known as Newbuild Newlyweds, Ryan and Kelsey went viral on social media for sharing their home improvement tips. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guests build the conversation on home improvement tools, home decor and style, and basic tasks like painting a wall and installing a shelf. How to GET FAR with the podcast: Subscribe to...
Published 04/06/21
Is your car still making that weird sound? Ovet Reynoso gives us the manual on the basics of car maintenance. Ovet went viral on social media for sharing step-by-step instructions on car and tire repair. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest jumpstart the conversation on the symbols on the dashboard, air filters, tires, coolant, oil changes, and more. Start your engines and follow Ovet on social media @ovet_reynoso How to GET FAR with the podcast: Subscribe to ‘How Did I Get This...
Published 03/30/21
Here’s a gift for you: A NEW EPISODE! Stay-at-home mom and TikTok star Tracie Garrett unwraps the basics of gift giving and wrapping. Tracie’s passion for art led to her creating her own Etsy page called BeeandBlooms. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest present insight on picking out creative and thoughtful gifts for all kinds of relationship dynamics as well as packing and wrapping them. There’s no time like the present to check out Tracie’s gift wrapping TikTok videos...
Published 03/23/21
Here’s a squeaky clean new episode! Professional housekeeper Vanesa Amaro sweeps through the basics of house cleaning. Vanesa is co-owner of Amaros Cleaning who became a viral sensation sharing her cleaning knowledge on social media. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest dust and scrub their way though the best supplies, hacks, and steps for cleaning different parts of a house. Clean anything with a smile and try Scrub Daddy’s texture-changing sponges today! Use COUPON CODE 10foru...
Published 03/16/21
Let’s deduct that fear of taxes! Certified public accountant and proactive tax planner Tyler McBroom breaks down the basics of taxes just in time for tax season! Tyler is the CEO of Measured Results, a full-service accounting firm in California, and a Partner of The Global Accounting Advisors with Tony Robbins. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest account for basic tax terms, the process of getting audited, tips on write-offs, and the decision between doing your own taxes versus...
Published 03/09/21
This episode is hypnotizing! Hypnotherapist Norman Plotkin sinks deeper into the basics of hypnosis and hypnotherapy. Norman helps people tap into their subconscious mind to take charge of their healing and recovery. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest clarify misconceptions about hypnosis, open up about its benefits, and even experience a hypnotherapeutic session in the episode! Awaken your mind with one of Norman’s books available now on Amazon: ‘Take Charge of Your Cancer’ -...
Published 03/02/21
Support Small Businesses! Get even MORE entrepreneurial advice and stories from these small business owners. Featuring:  Lisa Marie Posso (Gyfting @gyfting Founder and CEO), Tara Williams (Dreamland Baby Co @dreamlandbabyco Founder), Grant Plotkin (Meet The Edge @meettheedge Founder and CEO), Michelle Wax (American Happiness Project @americanhappinessproject Founder), Yuri Cataldo @ycataldo (Athenian Venture Capital Co-Founder and General Partner), Diana Alcala (Three Wolves Co...
Published 02/25/21
Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs! Leadership and Business Coach Emily Cassel works her way through the basics of entrepreneurship. Emily coaches aspiring and established female entrepreneurs around the world to launch, grow, and scale their businesses using soulful strategies for sustainable success. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest venture into a conversation about how to find the ‘why’ for your business, how much money -if any- to invest in it from the beginning, how to...
Published 02/23/21
Caught you slouching! Jordan Estrada, DC pops in to share the basics on pain relief. Dr. Jordan Estrada - AKA Dr. Remix - is a Chiropractor who became a viral sensation remixing lyrics of popular songs to educate viewers about back, neck, and knee pain. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest adjust our understanding on when to visit a chiropractor, what those cracking sounds really are, and how to improve posture. Get more humerus education on pain relief. Follow Dr. Jordan Estrada...
Published 02/16/21
How much do you know about immigrating to the United States? Nationally acclaimed immigration lawyer Tahmina Watson opens up about the basics of US immigration. Tahmina is the founder of Watson Immigration Law in Seattle, WA.  Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest share this space to discuss the ways to gain citizenship in America, the social issues surrounding it, and the goals for change in the immigration process. Visit Tahmina’s podcast, Tahmina Talks Immigration, and her blog...
Published 02/09/21
Seeking an internship? Rutgers University Professor Steven Miller prepares us for the real world of internships. Steven is the Internship Coordinator for the Department of Journalism and Media Studies, helping direct students toward their ideal internship experiences. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest share a lesson on how to pick the right internship, how to prepare for the interview, and how to stand out in the program. How to GET FAR with the podcast: Subscribe to ‘How Did I...
Published 02/02/21
Make your money work for you! Financial education platform TAP Intuit Founder and CEO Taylor Price shares priceless knowledge on the basics of managing money. In addition to being a co-host on the ‘What the Finance?’ Podcast, Taylor is a financial literacy content creator on several social media platforms. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest make ‘cents’ of creating a budget, picking out credit cards, managing credit, and saving for the future. Pay Taylor a visit! Go to TAP Intuit...
Published 01/26/21
Give this episode a shot! Adam Goodcoff, DO gives us a dose of information on medicine. Dr. Adam Goodcoff is an Emergency Medicine Resident Physician and the CEO of The Med Life. The Med Life connects medical students and healthcare professionals through education, personal experience, and entertainment. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest assess the basics on vitamins, viral and bacterial infections, over-the-counter and prescription medication safety, tips for consuming medicine,...
Published 01/19/21
In ‘The Circle’ Voice: ALERT! Get even MORE advice on how to get on reality TV with this bonus episode showcasing reality talent and casting producers from popular unscripted shows. Featured Reality Stars: Elena Davies and Kaitlyn Herman (CBS Big Brother), Derrick "DRoc" Henry and Ethan “Emoney” Cohen (MTV Are You The One?), Adam Klein and Davie Rickenbacker (CBS Survivor), Shubham "Shooby" Goel (Netflix The Circle), and Haley Hanson (FOX Flirty Dancing) Featured Casting...
Published 01/14/21
WE ARE BACK and kicking off season 2 with the inside scoop on reality TV casting! Casting Producer Jazzy Collins shines a light on how to get on reality television. Jazzy’s credits include hit shows like Netflix’s The Circle, CBS’s Love Island, and ABC’s The Bachelor. Host Amanda Ogen and this week’s expert guest get unscripted and real as they go over where to find auditions, tips for applying and auditioning, and what to expect after the auditions for reality TV shows. Want to be the...
Published 01/12/21
Ready for more tea on how we got this far? This is part 2 of the 2-part collaboration with “How Did I Get This Far?” Host Amanda Ogen and “Tea with Tash” Podcast host, Tashya Rizzo. Get to know more about the hosts, their journeys starting their shows, and their lives outside of podcasting. There is an important announcement at the end of this episode as well! Search “Tea with Tash” wherever you listen to podcasts or go to @teawithtashpodcast on Instagram to get more from Tash! Is there a...
Published 11/03/20
How did we spill the tea this far? Through a fun collaboration, obviously! Canadian-based podcaster Tashya “Tash” Rizzo spills the tea as she co-hosts this special get-to-know-us episode with Host Amanda Ogen. Tash hosts the “Tea with Tash” podcast in which she brings her friends, family, and special guests to share open conversations on health, fitness, fashion, and more. Search “Tea with Tash” wherever you listen to podcasts or go to @teawithtashpodcast on Instagram to get more from Tash!...
Published 10/27/20