Welcome back to ⁠The Cheeky Been Podcast! Today we welcome my very best friend, Meryl Balcome. Meryl is Chief of Staff at Ally Bank, a former collegiate athlete, wife and an overall badass. On today's episode Meryl joins the show to share her journey within the corporate world and how it is still an incredible place to work, dismantling the myths surrounding marriage counseling, choosing to not have children, and how she supported her father when he came out as a gay man at 60 years old. She...

We are diving into all of your questions for Marissa and Heidi. From how to "bounce back" after having a baby. What to expect when working out during and after pregnancy. How long a fitness journey truly takes. What supplements Heidi and Marissa recommend. Should you eat more or less calories than you’re expending? How to meet your fitness goals at any age. Why every woman should be doing pelvic floor therapy and what the perfect workout week looks like. We even dive into how many calories...

Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! On today's episode I sit down with MARISSA WEST & HEIDI HILLMAN, the ladies behind West Kept Secret. West Kept Secret is where you can find me twice a week as I sweat it out during a high intensity workout. Marissa is the founder and creator of West kept Secret and Marissa, her partner, is her co-owner and master trainer. West kept secret is a group fitness class like no other. It fuses together different workout focuses into one dynamic format.  We...

Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! Today, Vanessa is giving her top tips for how she lost the baby weight. Her biggest tip? Understanding that women who gave birth just performed a miracle and should know that everyone's postpartum journey looks different. From exercise, diet, and sleep - Vanessa shares her journey from right before she got pregnant with baby number 1 to where she's at today. Enjoy! FOLLOW ⁠⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN⁠⁠ FOLLOW ⁠⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠READ THE CHEEKY BEEN...

I am SO excited to bring on one of my longtime friends Brittany Sjogren, the creator of Loverly Grey, to The Cheeky Been Podcast! In this episode, Brittany shares her experience going through IVF to bring her first daughter into the world, raising kids in a digital age, and how she’s built a multi-million dollar business as an influencer.  Loverly Grey, founded by Brittany Sjogren, is a Fashion and Lifestyle blog designed to encourage others to try new things when getting dressed in a way...

If you’re super inspired by interior design influencers like Jonathan Adler or Chris Loves Julia, but you have no idea how to curate your own home to look like theirs, this episode is for you! Today we’re joined by Holly Romero, the Founder & CEO of luxury custom furniture company Rosemary Mill Design, as she shares her best tips for curating a gorgeous (and cozy!) home, starting her business during the pandemic, and how she takes care of herself as a busy mom of two! Products...

Y’all, I am SO excited for the launch of my brand new product line, The Cheeky Been Socks, my newly redesigned and leveled up website, and achieving a huge goal of mine to have my very own product! In this episode, I’m sharing the behind the scenes of how the product line was created, my intention behind empowering all members of the Bad Bitch Club (hint: that includes you!!), and how you can score a free pair! Enter to win a free pair of The Cheeky Been Socks!: Subscribe, rate, and leave...

A bad hair day can seriously tank your confidence even if your outfit and makeup are on point, so in this episode, Brooklyn Decker’s hair stylist Dhiran Mistry is here to share his best tips on haircare, the current haircut trends, and more so your hair stays healthy and flawless.  Plus, Dhiran is sharing how he became a top name in his industry, and his mission of helping kids find confidence in their post-chemo hair with Cut the Chemo. Grab your tissues - this episode gets emotional but...

You know the old saying that you have to put your own oxygen mask on before you help put on anyone else’s? It’s so hard to apply that once we become mothers. Suddenly we’re the last priority on the list, and we’re left feeling depleted and unfulfilled. In this episode, I’m sharing the ways I’m prioritizing my own self care so I can show up as the best mom, wife, and business owner possible.  Some key takeaways from this episode include: The #1 priority in your life should be you. It might...

In this episode, we are joined by skincare queen Toska Husted, the Founder of Toska Spa & Facial Bar, and one of the world’s leading experts in facial skincare. Toska has done facials for huge celebrities including the Kardashians, Jennifer Aniston, and Dua Lipa, and she is sharing all her best tips, tricks, and guidance on building the perfect skincare routine, maintaining healthy and glowing skin year-round, and her honest thoughts on botox and fillers! PLUS some super exciting news on...

So, full transparency: my husband and I are in marriage counseling… and we love it! In this episode, my best friend and partner in life, Shane Dyer, is on the podcast to share our experience of how our marriage changed after having a baby, how we keep the romance alive, and answering your burning questions! Some key takeaways from this episode include: One big source of conflict for so many couples is division of household and childcare tasks. Clearly define those responsibilities and who...

If your kids are proud members of the Picky Eaters Club, this episode is for you! In part 2 of my interview with Vani Hari, AKA The Food Babe, she shares some of her favorite healthy ingredients for cooking, baking, snacks, and more! Plus, how to introduce your kids to veggies and teach them about nutrition so they actually enjoy eating healthy foods.  Be sure to listen to Part 1 of our interview with The Food Babe! Vani Hari is a revolutionary food activist, a New York Times best-selling...

You’ve probably heard some information about synthetic food dyes, processed oils, and other food additives that aren’t really good for us, and our guest, Vani Hari, is dedicated to challenging the food industry to remove these ingredients altogether. In Part 1 of our interview with The Food Babe herself, she shares her journey in food activism, how processed ingredients are harming our bodies, and how you can avoid them as much as possible. Plus, her favorite Charlotte restaurants that are...

Grab your pen and paper, friends, because this episode is jam-packed with everything you need to know about leveraging exercise and nutrition to get your dream body and feel incredible. We’re joined by Ashton Baalaer, the Owner of Inertia Fitness Co. in Charlotte. Ashton and his company are focused on helping people look amazing, feel better, and live longer. In this episode, he’s sharing why strength training is so important, how “bulking up” is much harder than you think, how to calculate...

Like a lot of you guys, I thrive off of routine and stability, so when things get a little crazy and unpredictable, my nervous system goes into overdrive. In this episode, I’m sharing some of the things I’ve been going through this year, the state of my mental health, and the tools I’m using to help calm my nervous system. Visit No Shade Spray Tanning at one of their two Charlotte locations, or book a mobile spray tan to get your perfect match for a beautiful glow! Use code CHEEKY10 for a...

The queen of clean beauty is in the house! Tiffany Parrish is the Founder & CEO of Selenite Beauty and Spa here in Charlotte, NC. She founded Selenite as a way to bring clean beauty, skincare, and wellness services to others after rigorously researching food and product ingredients after a personal health crisis. In this episode, she shares her knowledge of switching to cleaner products, her favorite products for flawless skin, and how she balances running her business with being a mom of...

My best friend, Meryl Balcome, is back on the podcast this week! This time, we’re tackling a topic that isn’t addressed enough: female friendships. From making friends in your 30s to maintaining friendships in different seasons and phases of life, we’re sharing all our hot takes on what it takes to make your female friendships thrive through it all. Plus, we talk about Vanessa’s recent run-in with mean girls, disagreeing on hot topics, and our friendship deal breakers.  Resources...

It is my honor and pleasure to introduce you to the best nail artist in Charlotte, Julie Nhi! Julie is the owner of Cosmic Nails, and in this episode she’s sharing her inspiring story of hustling seven days a week to secure her first brick and mortar location, to earning a scholarship to be mentored along Charlotte’s most accomplished entrepreneurs. If you own - or dream of owning! - your own business, this episode is full of tactical tips and inspiration! Plus, she shares her favorite health...

In season one, I shared some behind the scenes of what it’s like to run a blogging business, and in this episode I’m continuing that series with The Cheeky Been’s right hand gal, Kristen Agee! Kristen does all of the photography, videography, and creative direction for TCB, so she’s here to share what it’s really like to work with me, including our team structure, planning brand shoots, and some hilarious behind-the-scenes stories! She also shares some of her own hormone healing journey,...

If there’s anyone who can tell us how to build a wildly successful product-based business, Johnny Fly is the guy! John Freeman is the Founder and Owner of the eyewear and leather goods brand Johnny Fly here in Charlotte. In this episode, he’s giving us the full behind the scenes of where he learned how to run a business, how his fashion brand grew from his kitchen table to a global sensation, and how he balances his work with being a husband and father. GIVEAWAY: We are gifting a pair of...

Last year I shared my hormone journey with y’all, and so many of you shared your own stories with me. In this episode, I sat down with Marissa West to talk about her own personal hormone journey, how she helps her clients adjust their workouts and nutrition to accommodate hormone imbalances, and so much more! This is Part II of my convo with Marissa, so be sure to go back and listen to Part I about our WKS X TCB 2.0 Program and separating from her business partner if you haven’t yet! Connect...

Mrs. West is back in the building! I am so excited to have Marissa West on the podcast to share all the nitty gritty details of our new West Kept Secret X The Cheeky Been 2.0 Program, which is all about building the core and upper body! Plus, Marissa is sharing her learning, growth, and advice after splitting from her longtime business partner. This is Part I of a two-part episode, so be sure to tune in next week for Part II, which is all about hormones and Marissa’s hormone...

The most frequently asked questions I get on Instagram are all around my current wellness routine, and I am here to cover them all! In this episode I’m spilling all the tips, tricks, and tea on the workouts, habits, hacks, and nutrition that have me looking and feeling amazing! Whether you’re looking for a few new habits to add to your current routine, or doing a total lifestyle overhaul, this episode will give you the actionable advice and motivation you need to get to work. Harriet’s...

If you've ever gone through a season of burnout, you're not alone. We as women tend to take on a lot on our plates. We have demanding careers, we want to be good moms to our babies, and we want to be a good wife to our spouse; in addition to being good homemakers, having a clean house, and a fresh dinner on the table every night. The pressure of getting it all done in a 24-hour day seems to always be there. Trying to do it all, and trying to do it well, is just realistically not...