Did you know adults make over 35,000 decisions every day. Decision fatigue is real, y’all! No wonder I feel so exhausted. Luckily, Emily P. Freeman is on the show this week to help us all navigate life's changes. She just wrote a wonderful book about new beginnings called, “How to Walk into a Room: The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away” and she’s also the host of the hit podcast, Do The Next Right Thing, which is a show about discernment. Emily is full of wisdom, inspiration...

Get ready, y'all, because “thERINpy” podcast host, Erin Washington is on the show and she’s sharing some serious wisdom on how to find the message in life’s messiest moments. Erin's laying it all out on the table - we're diving deep into topics like body positivity, mom guilt, and the things we’re never told about wellness and weight loss.    Erin's the real deal, y'all - relatable, transparent, and as authentic as they come. And just when you thought it couldn't get any better, Erin's...

The Accidental Icon, Lyn Slater, is on the show this week to change the way we think about aging. Lyn and I have an incredible conversation about being belligerent women, the power of creativity, how she completely changed her life at the age of 60, why saying 60 is the new 40 is the wrong way to look at it, and why being an influencer isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.    Lyn shows us that no matter how old you are, it's always possible to reinvent yourself. Her new book is called, How To Be...

My good friend Jamie Kern Lima on the show this week for an empowering, can’t miss episode. She’s the founder of the billion-dollar company, IT Cosmetics, and she just released a new book called, “Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life”. She shares her framework for reframing rejection, and feeling worthy of success. If you’re looking for practical, inspirational advice for beating the self-doubt that’s holding you back, then you’ve come to the right place. We’re...

Tamron Hall went from Small Texas town to Emmy winning talk show host. Tamron’s story reminded me that faith is our constant no matter what we’re going through, and that there is always more for you in the future.  Make sure to pre-order Tamron’s book, "Watch Where They Hide," which drops on March 12!   This is my favorite quote from this episode:  “It’s not what you have, it’s how you got it” – Tamron Hall   This episode discusses domestic violence. If you or someone you know is the victim...

Y’all know Cheryl Hines from her starring role in "Curb Your Enthusiasm," but did you know she's also a powerhouse female entrepreneur who teamed up with her college aged daughter to create Hines+Young, an eco-friendly beauty brand with fantastic products that I just love. A true Southern girl, Cheryl opens up about her roots, from boiled peanuts to the deep value of family bonds. Cheryl tells me all about about how she landed her role on “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” her most memorable moment...

I have the fabulous Lauren LoGrasso on the show this week! Lauren hosts of the popular podcast Unleash Your Inner Creative and she’s produced some of the biggest podcasts in the world including, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, Unlocking Us with Brené Brown and Anything Goes with Emma Chamberlain. Lauren is a creative powerhouse who sings, acts, and produces, and she’s here to help all of us achieve our creative goals.  One of the first steps to unlocking your creativity is to...

This week I'm opening up about my Bell's Palsy. Y’all it’s been hard. I won’t sugarcoat it, I was down. I had some dark moments, but I got back up and I’m stronger and better now because of it. We all have the things that we struggle with, things that others can see when they look at us, and too often we let those things define us. But we are not our struggles.  So, no matter what you're facing, whether it's a health issue, a relationship challenge, or just feeling stuck, I want you to know...

You’ll recognize Julie Chen Moonves from her starring role on CBS’ Big Brother and The Talk, but did you know that Julie just published a moving, deeply personal audiobook about her spiritual awakening called, “But First, God.” This week on the show Julie tells me what it was like being pushed out as the moderator of “The Talk,” the painful betrayal she felt, and how that betrayal led her to rediscover her faith. That deep faith has completely changed the direction of her life and came with...

My word for 2024 is "expansion." Everything's getting bigger and better. I want you to reflect on 2023 with me, reset for 2024, and get ready for a year of growth, joy, and living our best lives because the best is yet to come! Wishing y’all a Happy New Year! I love you, and I’ll see you in 2024! We’ll be back with a new episode of The Kim Gravel Show on January 17th   This is one of my favorite quotes from this week’s episode: "Your life will expand as much as you can believe and dream it...

Y'all, we’re pranking my sister and my mom live on the show!  This week is a rollercoaster of love, humor, and a touch of crazy as I give you a glimpse of my unique family dynamic. This episode is a reminder to cherish the joy and laughter that family brings during the holiday season. After all, laughter is the best medicine! Merry Christmas, and happy holidays, ya’ll! This is one of my favorite quotes from this week’s episode: “Laughter does the body good like a medicine. Laugh more this...

One of my proudest achievements this year was losing nearly 50 pounds. It all started with one decision. I allowed myself to let go of the struggle that has defined my life for decades. I made a few simple, powerful changes and I'm sharing all of the details on how I did it (it wasn’t pills).    You have the power to finish 2023 better than you started. It’s not too late to make the decision that will change your life! I'm giving you the permission to let go of your struggle and make the...

I have a special bonus episode this week. I want to introduce you to a new show called Past Perfect. From the team that brought you Not Past It comes Past Perfect, the trivia show that travels through time. Host and self-proclaimed “trivia freak” Simone Polanen invites comedians, writers, and podcasters to compete in a five-episode tournament designed to put their general knowledge to the test. We'll be back on Thursday with an all new episode of The Kim Gravel Show. Until then I hope you...

Stop settling! Dr. Jackie Greene is on the show to share the wisdom from her new book, “Permission to Live Free.” She’ll tell us how you can break free from the ordinary, find the strength to embrace your uniqueness, and ditch the struggle of people-pleasing. Remember – you were made for more. You’ve got the permission to live free, so use it!   This is one of my favorite quotes from this week’s episode: “If you can see it, you can live it, you can be it.”   In this episode: What "Permission...

Join me for a hilarious and insightful chat with the amazing Dr. Zee, aka Dr. Zabina Bhasin. She's not just conquering child psychiatry; she's leveling up kids' lives worldwide. We dig into her journey from battling bullies as a child to growing up and becoming a powerhouse advocate for children everywhere. Dr. Zee spills the tea on the secrets to recognizing and validating our kids' thoughts and emotions. Spoiler alert: we're not raising kids; we're raising future adults!  Get ready to...

This week we're thankful for... YOU. Thank you for supporting the show. We love you. This episode is about the power of gratitude and simple ways that you can use gratitude to level up your life. If you listen every week then tell your friends and family about the show this Thanksgiving. Sharing the show is the best way to support our mission to help you level up your life. Happy Thanksgiving, y'all. Here is my favorite quote from this episode: “A lot of time I think we are always saying,...

My favorite Gen-Z expert, Carrie Berk, whom I’ve known since my "Kim of Queens” days, is on the show this week! She got “internet famous” early in her life and she’s here to tell us the good, the bad and the ugly about what it’s like to find overnight success so young.  Carrie spills the tea on confidently living for what she loves doing, why she became a mental health and anti-bullying advocate, and get ready for laughs as she shares the dating stories that inspiring her latest book, "My...

How often do you say to yourself, “I can’t do that because I’m not smart enough or pretty enough” or “I’m not good enough”. That voice in your head that is saying those things is not you. That’s your villain voice, and this episode will change the way you hear that voice forever. This is one of my favorite quotes from this week’s episode: “The opposite of negative self-talk is not positive. The opposite of negative self-talk is gratitude.”  In this episode: What is negative self-talk and...

This week one of my favorite comedians, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, shares how she followed life’s breadcrumbs to turn her dreams into reality. First, Anjelah shares how her pursuit of an entertainment career began when she made the Oakland Raiders cheerleading squad. She continued to follow the breadcrumbs, leading her to a spot as an extra on the iconic show FRIENDS. An inspiring turning point came when, despite facing unemployment and financial struggles, she went viral with her now-famous nail...

This week I've got a listener named Julie in the Hot Seat. Julie, a professional woman nearing retirement. She's eager to start her next chapter, but doesn't know what to do or how to find her true calling. I help Julie's uncover her deepest talent, set healthy boundaries in her personal life, and unlock her calling. This coaching session with Julie serves as a powerful reminder that the answers are inside of you. Your calling is closer than you imagine—simply ask the right questions and it...

My son was excluded when his friends didn’t want to go to homecoming with him. Being excluded hurt and we sat down that night and spent over 3 hours talking through it. I had some revelations about rejection and exclusion during that conversation and I’m sharing those revelations with you. Did you know that being excluded and rejected can change the way you see yourself and effect the way you think? This week I break all of that down and tell you how I helped my son heal and get past it...

This week I’m giving away a free module from my new confidence course. If you’ve been following me, you know that I wrote a book on confidence and now this course takes that message to a whole new level.  Tell me if any of this sounds like you: You feel like your life is okay, but you want more. You believe you’re stuck in your current circumstances. Although you dream of something different, you don’t know how to make the changes you crave. You’ve tried self-help books and courses, but you...

Anna Golden’s music has touched my heart and I know this episode is sure to touch yours. Anna opens up about her personal journey through moments of doubt and insecurity and explains how her unshakable faith played a pivotal role in her healing process. If you're currently facing a painful season in your life, remember that you're not alone. Anna shows us that you can emerge from your hardship stronger, more empowered, and ready to walk in your calling. This episode is sure to inspire you no...

I asked for your Kim of Queens questions, and boy, did you deliver. This week I'm spilling the tea on what it was like shooting Kim of Queens. That’s right, all of my reality TV secrets are bring revealed, and is off limits, including whether or not I still coach pageants, how long my days on set were, and whether Allisyn actually has bad taste. Truly my heart and my passion my whole entire life is to see girls rise to the biggest and best selves, and Kim of Queens was the platform I used to...

Maria McCool is one of the most talented and successful hair stylists in the world and she’s on the show this week to empower you to feel beauty brave. It’s easy to change the way you look on the outside, but it’s harder to change the way you feel about yourself on the inside. I’m here with Maria to tell you that even though you may not believe it yet, you’re beautiful inside and out. It can be hard to see it because we’re so critical of ourselves, but you are one decision away from changing...