On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Jillian Mercado.  Jillian Mercado is an actress and model, currently acting on The L Word: Generation Q. She is one of the first models with a visible physical disability (due to muscular dystrophy) and has continually challenged beauty standards in the fashion industry. Throughout her career, Jillian has worked to fight for representation and tackle stigmas associated with the disabled community.   Listen to us talk about turning sadness...

On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Yrsa Daley-Ward. Yrsa is a writer, performer, and storyteller whose powerful poetry is a comment on life and self-appreciation. Her writing tackles issues dealing with all parts of the human condition, such as mental health, sexuality, love, grief, and addiction. H&M has collaborated with Yrsa for a loungewear collection dedicated to self-love.   Listen to us talk about being present with oneself, how the H&M collaboration came to...

On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Charlotte Zoller. Charlotte Zoller is a writer, digital creator, model, and creative consultant based in Los Angeles. Her Teen Vogue column, Ask A Fat Girl, explores living life in a larger body. She began her career as a music photographer, which led her to digital and social strategy for brands like Pitchfork, VH1, and Kickstarter. She also happens to be one of my favorite people to follow on Instagram!   Listen to us talk about...

***TRIGGER WARNING SEXUAL ASSAULT & SENSITIVE TOPICS***   On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with producer, writer, advocate, and survivor of D.O.S & NXIVM, India Oxenberg. You most likely have heard about NXIVM as it’s been in the news quite a lot this past year! You may have even watched a documentary or two. The Vow, an HBO documentary that follows multiple people’s experience trying to get out NXIVM, or Seduced on Starz, which India produced herself.    India also...

On this week’s episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with writer, activist, and journalist Scarlett Curtis. At only 25, Scarlett has published two books: Feminists Don't Wear Pink and Other Lies, and It’s Not Okay to Feel Blue & other lies, wrote a weekly column for The Sunday Times Style (she’s currently a contributing editor), and has co-founded the activist collective, The Pink Protest. P.S. Did we mention she’s also an official UN Women UK advocate? Listen to us talk about finding...

On this week’s episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with THE go-to expert when it comes to skincare, makeup, and all things beauty, Rio Viera Newton. As a beauty writer for The Strategist, Rio has not only tested it all when it comes to beauty but also gives consistent top tier expert advice when it comes to navigating breakouts, serums, foundation dupes, and MORE! When Rio isn’t writing, you can also find her on New York Magazine's YouTube Channel where she’ll teach you everything from how to...

On this week's episode, I sat down with the queen of handbags and accessories, Susan Alexandra! If you don’t happen to own one of Susan’s handmade beaded bags, you’ve most definitely seen them around town. Although it’s only been a few years since Susan posted the first bag she made on Instagram—with Opening Ceremony quickly contacting her to order—the brand has expanded into accessories, and now,  face masks! Listen to us talk about how Susan started, adding meaning to your work,  and...

On this week's episode of I’m over it I sat down with Alexis Williams, a 19-year-old computer science student at New York University. A little bit more than a month ago, Alexis created PB Resources, an online platform that connects people to BLM focused petitions, organizations, customized emails (which you’ve most likely used in recent weeks to send to your local government officials!), and more. BUT, that’s just one of the MANY things on Alexis’ list of accomplishments. Along with PB...

On this week's episode, I sat down with ~Serena F*cking Kerrigan~ AKA SFK! After working at Refinery 29, with a background in being a digital creative and video producer, Serena decided to leave and pursue her own personal brand as the Queen of Confidence. Though going solo may have proved to be difficult during these times, Serena truly found her niche. Recently, she’s started her own dating show called ‘Let's F*****g Date’ which happens every Friday evening on Instagram Live—and trust...

On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sit down with Aliza Kelly—celebrity and resident astrologer at Cosmopolitan Magazine, fellow podcaster, and author! Before finding herself as a professional astrologer, Aliza was once an art gallery owner and technology co-founder of a dating app based on your star sign called Align! Listen to us talk about 2020 from an astrological perspective, empathy, and Sun/Moon/Rising signs and check out her AMAZING podcast, Stars Like Us.  Schedule a reading or...

Notes on the episode:   Speech by activist Tamika Mallory Former Professor at Princeton University Cornel West on Anderson Cooper Author Toni Morrison Poem written by 14-year-old William Bigby -  @William.Bigby Speech by Angela Davis     Places to donate $ Reclaim the Block: a Minnesota organization that lobbies for defunding the police and re-routing funds to affordable housing, health, violence prevention, civil rights, and renter protections    Black Visions Collective: A Black, trans and...

On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with recording artist and Paper Magazine’s Culture editor, Michael Love Michael. When Michael isn’t writing profiles on individuals like Hayley Williams and introducing new music you need to have on your weekly playlist, they’re producing their own musical jams. Recently, Michael released their second song 6 Jaguars, which was inspired by an incredible story revealed in this week's episode. Listen to us talk about putting yourself out there,...

If you didn't know already, May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Each episode this month has been closely tied to mental health, so I decided to add to the conversation and share my personal journey. I'm so excited to release my first SOLO episode!  Listen to me talk about emotional storms, my medication journey, and accepting my diagnosis. ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean, and our podcast at @imoveritpodcast~*~  

This week on I’m Over It, I sat down with Bethany C. Meyers, an American fitness and lifestyle entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ rights activist. Bethany is the founder and CEO of the be.come Project (@thebecomeproject), an incredibly popular online fitness service that offers a body-neutral, I-can-do-it, go-on-and-love-yourself approach to boutique fitness in an accessible 25-minute routine. In this episode, we talk about toxicity of the fitness and diet industry, open relationships, and changing how...

Live from our bedrooms, it’s I’m Over It Season 3! To kick off the first episode of I'm Over It, I sat down with teen-extraordinaire—although soon to be 20 year old—Emily Odesser. At just fourteen, Emily co-founded and eventually became Editor in Chief of Teen Eye Magazine, an art, culture, and fashion publication COMPLETELY run by, and for creators under 19 with a circulation of over a million readers! In 2017, Emily was named one of Vice's 6 Young Activists Who Made History, in 2018, she...

On this week's episode, we have the live recording of the I'm Over It Holiday Party.  The I’m Over It Holiday Party consisted of a live panel recording of a podcast episode. The overarching theme of the panel was self-care over the holidays and the pros and cons of our social media-driven reality. After the panel discussion, we opened up the room to a Q&A with the guests and audience. In addition to the podcast recording, we held a clothing and book drive for the Lower Eastside Girls...

Natalia Mantini is an LA-born photographer based out of New York City. Entirely self-taught, Natalia has photographed for The New York Times, Viceland, Converse, and Paper Magazine. She has shot an extensive list of people including J-Lo, Kim Gordon, Karen O, Barbie Ferreria, Oscar-nominated actress Yalitza Aparicio, Ashley Tisdale, and Camila Cabello, just to name a few.  Listen to us talk about navigating grief, becoming a professional photographer, and healthy coping skills.    You can...

Chrissy Rutherford is the special projects director of HarpersBazar.com. Having always been passionate and involved in the fashion world, Chrissy has also been vocal about her struggles with anxiety.    Listen to us talk about self-sabotage, the "chill-girl" narrative, and overcoming fear of flying.    Find her work at Harper's Bazar US and follow her at @chrissyford   ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~  

Yuna is an amazingly talented Malaysian pop superstar, with a newly released album entitled “Rouge,” featuring artists including Tyler the Creator, G-Eazy, and Jay Park. But, for those who aren’t familiar with Yuna, there are a couple of things that set the artist apart from the rest. Yuna doesn’t necessarily fit the typical Hollywood mold for what a young female singer "should" look like today. She’s a devout Muslim, has always wrapped her hair in a hijab and follows a conservative style of...

****THIS PODCAST EPISODE MAY BE TRIGGERING FOR SOME****    Mattie Larson is a former American artistic gymnast. In 2010 she was the national champion on floor exercises, and later that year at the World Championships was awarded a silver medal for competing with the USA in the team competition. Mattie continued to compete at UCLA college from 2012 to 2014.    Mattie was also one of the victims of Larry Nassar, the convicted serial child molester who was the USA Gymnastics national team...

London born, New York based- Lynette Nylander is the founder of imaginethat, an ideas think tank that bridges the gap between editorial and brand. AKA she is the initiator of *creative content*, social strategy, copy solutions, and culturally relevant ideas for global lifestyle brands like Nike, Universal Music, Citizens of Humanity, Alexander Wang, and Vevo. She has worked with publications such as American Vogue, Dazed, iD, AnOther, Net-a-porter, and The Guardian. She is also the founder of...

Shelby Lorman is a comedian, writer, illustrator, and mastermind behind the GENIUS Instagram @Awardsforgoodboys. She recently released her first book of illustrations by the same name which can be found here.  Definition of a "good boy": good boy / good boi /  noun A man who would never do anything explicitly "bad" (by his own measure) but, consciously or not, uses his "goodness" as a shield behind which he can get away with still-pretty-bad behavior on the grounds that it's not outwardly...

Deja Foxx is a reproductive health activist, community organizer, future POTUS, and overall badass. She first garnered attention for her confrontation with Arizona Senator Jeff Flake regarding his support of legislation to take away Title X federal funding from Planned Parenthood. Currently enrolled in Columbia University, she focuses her energies around changing sex education in low-income communities and is the founder of Gen Z Girl Gang - a group that translates community organizing into a...

Bonnie Wright is an actress, director, and a Green Peace oceans ambassador. Some of you may know her as Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter movies, she currently owns her own production company, Bon Bon Lumiere, and spends her time advocating for sustainability.  Listen to us talk about developing a love for film beyond acting, easy ways to live sustainably, and the Harry Potter experience.  Follow her at @thisisbwright ~ ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~