Living The Authentic Life

Ryan Jay, Neiman Marcus VP Market Manager of the South Texas region including Houston, Austin and San Antonio. Join us for an episode all about fashion and the future of luxury retail as Ryan shares his journey over 15 years in luxury retail around the country, most recently transitioning from Saks Fifth Avenue finding a home ultimately with Texas based, Neiman Marcus. We swap heartfelt stories from the over the top Christmas Catalog, to the famed Houston’s Best Dressed List to the special Breakfasts with Santa during the holidays that are sure to spark your favorite shopping memories too.

President and CEO of Hope Biosciences shares her focus on a mission to revolutionize the field of cell therapy. Her passion is leading their entire team to find solutions to current limitations by delivering approved therapies to the market - quickly. Hope Bio’s groundbreaking patented core cell culture technology is utilized in over 30 FDA authorized protocols in the United States. Join us as we share their journey of bringing these therapies to market in the very near future.

A recent introduction of Dr. Sprouse by a known physician sums it up, "So what do you call it when barriers, or obstacles, or the allegedly immovable objects are moved aside and overcome by the irresistible, unstoppable force of passion, courage, dedication, and joy? We call that ...Mila!" Join us as we discuss the incredible passion behind Dr. Sprouse's work and how her fearless innovation & leadership skills have resulted in many firsts in hospitals where she has worked—proving to be an unstoppable leader in her field.

Ep #86 with Food/Nutrition Expert Britt Klingler of Britt's Fit Foods: From which nutrients promote health to which ingredients to avoid, chef Britt Klingler breaks down all our dietary questions. “Food as medicine” may be an emerging concept in the Western world but has existed for centuries as the cornerstone of health for many cultures & "blue zones" around the globe. Join us as we discuss the powerful role of diet and food in disease prevention & management and what you may want to stock your kitchen with before reaching in the medicine cabinet.

Episode #85 with Steven Devadanam, CultureMap Houston Journalist. As Steven says, "everyone has a story—you just have to ask." Well we asked and he answered! Having worked with almost every media outlet in Houston, Steven is a true master storyteller. Join us as we discuss how being intentional, showing up and being authentic led him to succeed with his career, his family and meeting the love of his life.

SAVE THE ASTRODOME! Iconic and sentimental to every native even if they never stepped foot inside, Houston's architectural gem was declared the Eighth Wonder of the World when it opened back in 1965. The Astrodome, for all its rich history, has languished empty, unused and threatened with demolition for over ten years. Beth & Phoebe talk us through the future of the Astrodome, from the need for an Astrodome reuse & redevelopment plan and how Houston could repurpose this space to why demolishing the Astrodome doesn't make sense (in addition to being fully paid for, the county-owned stadium is structurally sound). As any native Houstonian will tell you, saving the Astrodome is a cause near and dear to our hearts. Sign up at astrodomeconservancy.com and follow on social media @astrodomeconservancy to help the mission.

Episode #83 with BMW General Manager Maria Moncada Alaoui: Starting in the automotive industry in an administrative role more than 25 years ago, Maria reveals how she worked her way up to management in a male-dominated field. We dive in on discovering your purpose, engaging with our community and connecting in meaningful ways.

Episode #82 with Fashion Blogger Marti Grizzle: This week's guest is a rising star in Houston real estate, a fabulous fashion blogger and an all around badass 🌟 Tune in to get the scoop on how Marti has overcome adversity, built a new career & utilized fashion blogging to build more human connection & make women feel good.

Episode 81 with Fashion Stylist Kendra Smith: We dive in on your styling questions like why tailoring matters, how to pack & style a vacation wardrobe based on your destination from the slopes to the beach, to why she chooses classic investment pieces over investing in trendy styles. Kendra talks us through how to build a handbag collection, starting with the staples—a black & taupe—then building in prints & fun colors. As the year comes to a wrap, we touch on our favorite fashion looks we've seen—who doesn't love a feather, sequin or leather outfit? 💯

Join us for Episode 80, Vintage Luxury Boutique Owners Donae & Rob Chramosta. Donae & Rob give the inside scoop on luxury shopping—from a Rolex to a Birkin to Cartier to VCA—why some luxury items are so hard to get and which items to buy for the best potential investment value. Tune into to hear how the current "pay-to-play" waiting list systems work and tips on how to score your dream piece in today's first and secondhand markets.