Morning Waltz - The Split: Reclaiming Yourself After Divorce with Laila Aitken

Morning Waltz - The Split: Reclaiming Yourself After Divorce with Laila Aitken

This week, I’m sitting down with Laila Aitken, a divorce coach based in Los Angeles, to talk about what divorce really looks and feels like. We get into the emotional rollercoaster, the overthinking, the identity shift—and how to start trusting yourself again when everything feels uncertain. Laila shares how her own experience shaped the work she does today, helping women move through separation with more clarity, confidence, and calm. If you’re in it, coming out of it, or questioning a relationship, this conversation will make you feel a lot less alone.

Morning Waltz - Renovating in Public: A Conversation with Nicole Moering

In this episode, we talk with Nicole Moering, the creator behind the popular Instagram account “Nicole Likes Cake.” Nicole has built a devoted following of nearly 30,000 people by documenting the renovation of her historic home in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia. What began as sharing updates with friends has grown into a widely followed restoration journey, as Nicole takes her audience behind the scenes of bringing an older property back to life. From unexpected construction challenges to design choices and the realities of renovating a historic house, her honest and detailed updates have captured the attention of homeowners, design enthusiasts, and renovation fans alike. In our conversation, Nicole shares the story behind the home, why she decided to take on such an ambitious project, and what it’s really like to renovate a historic property while thousands of people follow along online.

Morning Waltz-From Miss Philadelphia to Soft Girl Coach: Tynecia Wilson’s Path to Empowerment

In this episode of Morning Waltz, Alisa sits down with Tynecia Wilson, an educator, advocate, former Miss Philadelphia, and self-described soft girl coach who is helping women rethink what strength and success look like. With a background in educational leadership and advocacy, Tynecia has spent years working in spaces dedicated to growth, empowerment, and community impact. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish Language and Literature from Temple University and a Master’s in Advocacy and Organizational Development, bringing both academic insight and lived experience to her work. In this conversation, Tynecia shares how embracing a “soft girl” mindset doesn’t mean being passive—it means prioritizing self-worth, boundaries, and intentional living. Together, Alisa and Tynecia explore the intersection of ambition, femininity, and advocacy, and what it looks like for women to lead from a place of alignment rather than burnout. This episode is about reclaiming softness as a form of power.

Morning Waltz-Built From Scratch: The Philly PR Girl Story

In this episode, I sit down with Kate Marlys, founder of Philly PR Girl, to talk about what it really takes to build a bold, buzzworthy brand. Kate shares her journey from Philly roots to launching her own public relations agency, the power of authentic storytelling, and how women can advocate for themselves in business. We dive into entrepreneurship, confidence, and the grit it takes to bet on yourself.

Morning Waltz-Late Bloomer: A Conversation with Allora Dannon Campbell

In this episode of Morning Waltz, I’m joined by Allora Dannon Campbell for a conversation about being a late bloomer, redefining timelines, and learning to trust your own unfolding. We talk about growth, self-acceptance, and what it means to meet yourself where you are.