Unapologetically Audacious Podcast

UAP - EP14: Passion, Purpose, Faith & Career with Award-Winning Rachel McCord

Welcome to Episode 14 of the Unapologetically Audacious podcast! I had the pleasure of chatting with one of the most beautiful humans. We sit down with @iamrachelmccord media powerhouse, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of The McCord List Media Network. She has been featured in Vogue, Forbes, Entrepreneur, CNN, Glamour, Marie Claire, and WWD, and was named a Bloomberg Female Founder to Watch. Rachel has built platforms that reach millions and amplify voices across the world.👏🏼 In this episode, we talk alignment, faith, purpose, business strategy, and Rachel’s brave journey undergoing open heart surgery. Rachel shares the mindset and bold decisions behind leading with intention and creating impact that matters. This is a conversation for anyone ready to show up unapologetically, lead with heart, and make a difference.🔥 🔗 Connect with Rachel Instagram | @Iamrachelmccord Website | https://themccordlist.com/ ⁠ 🎧 Listen now — and get ready to live aligned, audacious, and on your own terms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallyaudaciouspod The Unapologetically Audacious Podcast is a space for real, honest conversations around self-awareness, human connection, and the moments that shape who we become. Hosted by Rebecca Pecchia, each episode goes beyond surface-level dialogue to explore identity, growth, emotional depth, and the lived experiences that define us. Through conversations with thought leaders, creatives, and everyday individuals, the podcast uncovers the turning points, challenges, and inner shifts that lead to meaningful transformation in life and business. This is more than a podcast — it’s a space to reflect, gain perspective, and step into a more aligned, self-aware, and audacious version of yourself.

UAP - EP13: The Art of Letting Go w/ Buddhist Monk Bhante Saranapala - Detachment, Desire & Freedom

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Unapologetically Audacious podcast! The Buddha once said, “Desire is the root of suffering.” But what does that really mean in our modern world—where we’re told to chase goals, dream big, and want more? The tighter you hold, the heavier it gets.” In this soul-awakening conversation, Buddhist Monk Bhante Saranapala, known as The Urban Buddhist Monk, joins Rebecca to explore why desire is the root of suffering — and how to free ourselves from emotional, material, and spiritual attachment. From understanding the Four Noble Truths to learning how to breathe like a dolphin, Bhante shares practical ways to find peace, lighten emotional baggage, and reconnect with inner wisdom. This is an episode about surrender, letting go, and discovering that freedom starts within. 0:58 – 3:24 – Desire as the Root of Suffering 3:24 – 7:00 – Understanding Desire and Accountability 7:00 – 11:22 – Healthy vs. Unhealthy Desire 11:22 – 15:56 – Letting Go of Emotional & Material Burdens 15:56 – 21:30 – Overcoming Fear & the Unknown 21:30 – 26:02 – Velcro Brain vs. Teflon Brain (Neuroscience of Suffering) 26:02 – 31:51 – Meditation, Surrender, and Aligning Body & Mind 31:51 – 36:08 – First Steps to Meditation & Monkey Mind 36:08 – 42:50 – One-Minute Mindful Breathing Technique 42:50 – 47:33 – Loving-Kindness Meditation & Brain Rewiring 47:33 – 53:24 – Canada: A Mindful and Kind Nation & Ripple Effect of Kindness 53:24 – End – Final Thoughts & Message to Viewers 🔗 Connect with Bhante Instagram | urban_buddhist_monk ⁠ Website | https://www.urbanbuddhistmonk.org/ 🎧 Listen now — and get ready to live aligned, audacious, and on your own terms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallyaudaciouspod Do you have the audacity to live a life beyond your wildest dreams? Join “Unapologetically Audacious” podcast host, Rebecca Nobrega, as she sits down with like-minded individuals across various industries, who are boldly pursuing more meaningful, soul-aligned lives, unbound by societal norms. Unpack soul-aligned relationships, careers, self-love, the power of choice, and more. Discover how their stories will inspire you to ignite your own path towards aligned fulfillment. After all, you are worthy of everything, you desire, and you are enough simply because you exist.

UAP - EP12: Why Phoebe Dykstra WALKED AWAY From Fame (And What Happened Next)

Welcome back to Episode 12 of Unapologetically Audacious! Five years ago, we had a conversation that cracked something open in both of us. Ten years ago, Phoebe Dykstra walked away from a dream job at MuchMusic and MTV — the kind of job most people would kill for — to follow a deeper call she couldn’t ignore. This episode is not about fame. It’s about what happens when your soul outgrows the version of you the world applauds. It’s about identity collapse, spiritual bypassing, psychedelics, plant medicine, ego, and learning how to come home to yourself… again and again. Phoebe shares the beautiful, brutal, and brave truth behind walking away from fame — and what it really means to build a life that’s yours. If you’ve ever felt lost in your story, like you’re between chapters, like you’ve been cracked open — this one’s for you. ✨ You’re not broken. You’re just becoming. ✨ 👇 Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Who is Phoebe Dykstra now? 03:14 – Walking away from fame: The identity split 13:32 – Shadow work & the evolution of self 20:45 – What would little Phoebe say? 25:58 – The Hero’s Journey explained (and lived) 30:59 – Dissonance, discomfort & leaving your old life 36:13 – Britney Spears, stuck identity & a cry for help 41:00 – Losing people when you evolve 43:38 – The cost of being seen — and loved 46:00 – Returning with the elixir: Completing the hero’s journey 51:02 – Ego isn’t the enemy — it’s part of the ride 57:00 – The mandala moment: “Just chill, it’s all working out.” 🔗 Connect with Phoebe Dykstra Instagram | @phoebedykstra Website | [Insert link if applicable] 🎧 Listen now — and get ready to live aligned, audacious, and on your own terms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallyaudaciouspod Do you have the audacity to live a life beyond your wildest dreams? Join “Unapologetically Audacious” podcast host, Rebecca Nobrega, as she sits down with like-minded individuals across various industries, who are boldly pursuing more meaningful, soul-aligned lives, unbound by societal norms. Unpack soul-aligned relationships, careers, self-love, the power of choice, and more. Discover how their stories will inspire you to ignite your own path towards aligned fulfillment. After all, you are worthy of everything, you desire, and you are enough simply because you exist.

UAP - EP11: Interview with Couture Designer Amanda Garrett - Paris Fashion Week & Redefining Beauty

Welcome back to Episode 11 of Unapologetically Audacious! This week, we’re joined by none other than Amanda Garrett—an internationally celebrated, award-winning couture designer whose work has lit up Paris Fashion Week and graced the pages of ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar, and Today’s Bride. But Amanda is more than her accolades. She's a truth-teller, a body advocate, and a walking revolution. In this powerful conversation, Amanda shares all things business, Paris Fashion Week, how she transformed perfectionism into peace, fear into faith, and self-doubt into self-love. Whether you're navigating your own creative path, craving permission to take up space, or seeking deeper alignment with your purpose—this episode will meet you exactly where you are. 👇 Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome back to Unapologetically Audacious! 03:12 – Amanda’s Story: From Self-Doubt to Spotlight 10:58 – Designing for the Soul, Not the Size 19:47 – Perfectionism, Control & Letting Go 30:49 – Creative Intuition & Childhood Roots 32:31 – Faith Over Fear: Visualizing the End Before You Begin 35:10 – Grounding Practices: What to Do When the Spiral Hits 39:01 – Why You (Yes, You) Need a Mentor 44:49 – How Fear Becomes a Gift When You Move Anyway 47:35 – What Legacy Looks Like Beyond the Runway 49:49 – Amanda’s Definition of Being Unapologetically Audacious 51:11 – Final Words: Reclaiming Your Story Starts Now ✨ Connect with Amanda Garrett: Instagram | @AmandaGarrettOfficial Website | https://amandagarrettofficial.com/ 🎧 Listen now — and get ready to live aligned, audacious, and on your own terms. Do you have the audacity to live a life beyond your wildest dreams? Join “Unapologetically Audacious” podcast host, Rebecca Nobrega, as she sits down with like-minded individuals across various industries, who are boldly pursuing more meaningful, soul-aligned lives, unbound by societal norms. Unpack soul-aligned relationships, careers, self-love, the power of choice, and more. Discover how their stories will inspire you to ignite your own path towards aligned fulfillment. After all, you are worthy of everything, you desire, and you are enough simply because you exist.

UAP - EP10: Owning Your Financial Power, Personal Growth & Unshakable Worthiness w/ Rakhee Dhingra

There comes a moment when the fear of staying the same becomes greater than the fear of change — and that’s when everything begins to shift. In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, I sit down with Rakhee Dhingra — CEO of Mortgage Savvy, financial educator, and unapologetic wealth strategist — to talk about what it really means to build a legacy, align your energy with your values, and create impact that ripples across generations. Rakhee isn’t just changing the way we talk about real estate and mortgages — she’s rewriting the rules around money, mindset, and identity. From her journey as a bank teller to becoming a trusted financial leader and movement builder, Rakhee shares the pivotal moments that transformed her life, her business, and her mission. We dive deep into: 💥The link between wealth and self-worth 💥 How to shift from fear and scarcity into confidence and clarity 💥 The truth about financial literacy 💥 Building community, creating impact, and taking up space — unapologetically 💥 What it means to build not just a seat at the table, but a bigger table 💥 Cultivating meaningful connections Whether you’re on the edge of your own transformation or looking for the spark to take that next big step, this episode will remind you: You are worthy. You are powerful. And your story isn’t over yet. Be sure to follow her at @mortgagesavvy 🎧 Listen now — and get ready to live aligned, audacious, and on your own terms. Do you have the audacity to live a life beyond your wildest dreams? Join “Unapologetically Audacious” podcast host, Rebecca Nobrega, as she sits down with like-minded individuals across various industries, who are boldly pursuing more meaningful, soul-aligned lives, unbound by societal norms. Unpack soul-aligned relationships, careers, self-love, the power of choice, and more. Discover how their stories will inspire you to ignite your own path towards aligned fulfillment. After all, you are worthy of everything, you desire, and you are enough simply because you exist.