Outspoken & Overbooked

The Power of Perseverance (And Why You Have to Ask)

From public housing to building a national retail presence, this conversation with Janet is about grit, confidence, and refusing to let someone else define your ceiling. We talk about: * being raised in a generation where girls were told “that’s enough” * becoming the first to go to college * starting a company with no guarantees * surviving the hard first years * and why asking “what’s the worst that could happen?” can change your life This isn’t overnight success. It’s long-game perseverance. And the courage to walk up and ask anyway.

Balance Is Bullsh*t: Alignment, Entrepreneurship & Saying No with Hailee Bland Walsh

On this episode of Outspoken & Overbooked, I sit down with Kansas City entrepreneur, speaker, and owner of City Gym, Hailee Bland Walsh. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to “do it all,” this conversation is for you. Hailee is known for her keynote “Balance Is Bullsht”* — and she breaks down why the idea of balance is rooted in perfectionism… and why alignment is what we should actually be chasing. We talk about: • Why saying no is a skill (and a complete sentence) • The difference between balance and alignment • Outgrowing friendships and trimming the fat • Lifestyle businesses vs. scaling at all costs • Closing a second location and the lessons that saved her during COVID • Delegating what drains you • Entrepreneurship realities no one talks about • Protecting your time like it’s your most valuable asset (because it is) And yes… we also go off on dogs, dopamine scrolling, and learning how to sign “fuck around and find out.” This one is real. It’s funny. And it’s a reminder that: Just because you can… doesn’t mean you should. If you’re building something, protecting your energy, or stepping into your next level — you’ll feel seen in this episode.

Strong Women, Changing Hormones: What No One Told Us

In this powerful and honest conversation, Kristin sits down with Khyati Kapur, co-owner of Leawood Total Wellness, to unpack the truth about perimenopause — without the Instagram noise. If you’ve ever thought: * “Why do I feel like a different person?” * “Is this anxiety… or hormones?” * “Why does everything hurt all of a sudden?” * “Am I losing my mind?” You are not alone — and you are not crazy. Kristin shares her own personal journey navigating brain fog, joint pain, mood swings, weight changes, and feeling dismissed in short primary care visits. Khyati explains what’s actually happening inside the body during perimenopause, why symptoms can feel chaotic, and why women must become their own advocates. In this episode, we cover: * What perimenopause really is (and how long it can last) * Why labs can look “normal” — but you still feel off * The over-prescribing of antidepressants without deeper hormone evaluation * Joint pain, frozen shoulder, tinnitus & the “weird” symptoms no one warns you about * Bone health, muscle preservation, and why lifting weights matters more than cardio * The long-term risks of low estrogen (heart disease, Alzheimer’s, fractures) * How to vet a hormone provider * Why tracking your symptoms is powerful * Marriage, mood shifts, and not going through this alone This isn’t about fear — it’s about information. Women today are CEOs, business owners, leaders, mothers, and breadwinners. We don’t have to accept “it is what it is” as a medical answer anymore. If something feels off — listen to your body. Advocate for yourself. Ask better questions. Find the right provider. You deserve to feel like you again.

Someone Will Hate It. Someone Will Love It. Do It Anyway.

In this episode of Outspoken & Overbooked, speaker and TEDx presenter Mary Messner shares what it really takes to walk away from a 15-year corporate career and build something of your own. From healthcare executive to keynote speaker… From terrified of public speaking to standing on the TEDx red dot… From conformity to creativity… Mary breaks down: * Why she intentionally stopped climbing the corporate ladder * How your network can change everything * The real story behind landing a TEDx * What most people don’t know about the TEDx process * Why “someone will hate it” is actually freedom * The power of not conforming to someone else’s version of success If you’ve ever: – Questioned your next move – Felt afraid to put yourself out there – Wondered if you’re “too much” – Or waited for permission This conversation is your reminder: You don’t need permission. You need courage. And the courage grows when you move. 🎧 Listen now and send it to the woman who needs to hear this.

Growth Is Awkward — and Worth It. Stop Waiting to Feel Ready

This is one of those conversations I’ll be thinking about for a long time.Confidence doesn’t come before action — it comes because of it.In this episode of Outspoken & Overbooked, Henna Pryor and I talk about something I see constantly with high-performing women:Waiting until something feels comfortable before making the move.We unpack:• Why “protect your peace” can turn into avoidance• How to decide if something is worth the awkwardness• And why growth almost always feels uncomfortable before it worksIf you’ve been waiting to feel ready — this episode is your reminder that readiness is built in motion.