Embracing New Beginnings: Our Holiday Special from Riverview Center
Release Date: 01/03/2025
Perks of an Educator: Passion, Purpose & Owning Your Magic with Alexia Perkins
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Christiana sits down with Alexia Perkins—aka Perks of an Educator—a vibrant third-grade teacher who's turning heads both in and out of the classroom. From being named GYTO Gold Star Teacher of the Year to building a magnetic online presence that uplifts fellow educators, Alexia is proof that purpose and passion can go hand-in-hand. They chat about everything from teacher burnout and classroom highs and lows to building a personal brand while still showing up for your students every single day. Alexia shares the faith that fuels her, her favorite...
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Living the Free Life: Sober-Curious Community, Empowering Events & Brave Living with Christina of Free Life
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Christina—the radiant founder of Free Life, a growing sober-living and sober-curious movement based in Virginia Beach. Christina shares the personal moment that sparked her journey, how she turned her vision into a reality, and the challenges she faced building an empowering alcohol-free community from the ground up. From hosting vibrant mocktail events to creating safe spaces for connection and authenticity, Christina is on a mission to redefine what sober living can look like. We also dive into her Substack newsletter, her favorite...
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Reset, Rise & Align – A Deep Dive Into Coaching, Confidence, and Creating the Life You Want with Pamela Meadows
The Brave Beauty Podcast
Episode Summary: In this empowering episode of The Brave Beauty Podcast, Christiana and Riley sits down with an inspiring coach and consultant who’s made it her mission to help women reset their mindset, reclaim their confidence, and rise into alignment with their purpose. From her journey into the world of coaching to the creation of transformative programs like her 12-week Reset Program, we dive into what it really looks like to work with a coach—and why it might just be the game-changing support you’ve been craving. Whether you’ve been curious about 1:1 coaching, love the energy of...
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The Art of Jewelry & Gemstones with Sarah Zane
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Zane, a jewelry designer and gemologist whose passion for gemstones runs deep. From her great-grandmother’s adventurous gemstone hunting to her own journey in the world of goldsmithing, Sarah shares how she turned a lifelong love of gemstones into a career. She talks about her bold designs featuring sapphires and emeralds, her experience in NYC’s jewelry district, and the emotional storytelling behind her collections! Key Topics Discussed Getting to Know Sarah & Her Passion for Jewelry Sarah’s great-grandmother was a gemstone hunter, and she...
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Popping into Success: An Interview with Paige, Founder of Pop VB
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Paige, the creative force behind Pop VB, a vibrant balloon décor company based in Virginia Beach. Paige shares her inspiring journey from discovering her passion for balloon art to building a successful business that brings joy to countless events. Key Discussion Points: Starting Pop VB: Paige discusses the pivotal moment when she realized the potential of balloon art and how she courageously launched Pop VB. Balancing Mom Life: As a mother of three boys, Paige reflects on how motherhood has influenced her approach to business and maintaining work-life...
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Breaking Boundaries in Design with Liz Luliano, Founder of Elizabeth Design Co.
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In this inspiring episode of The Brave Beauty Podcast, Christiana and Riley sits down with Liz Luliano, the trailblazing founder of Elizabeth Design Co. Liz shares her journey as a woman entrepreneur in the design industry, navigating challenges, building a unique brand, and empowering her team with creativity and innovation. Whether you're an aspiring designer, an entrepreneur, or simply seeking motivation, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The story behind Liz’s entrepreneurial journey and what inspired her to start...
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Building Balance with Faith: Dana Queen’s Journey in Business and Self-Care
The Brave Beauty Podcast
or follow them on Instagram at . Whether you're a business owner, creative, or simply looking for motivation to pursue your passions, this conversation is packed with wisdom, actionable advice, and heartfelt moments. Episode Highlights: Dana’s story: How she built Stay Social and Stay Management from the ground up. The art of balancing two businesses while staying true to her values. Tips for managing Airbnb rentals and creating compelling social media strategies. Faith and self-care: How Dana’s relationship with God keeps her grounded and thriving. Encouragement for listeners to...
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Embracing New Beginnings: Our Holiday Special from Riverview Center
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In this festive episode of The Brave Beauty Podcast, your hosts Christiana and Riley come to you from their new recording space at the Riverview Center in Chesapeake! Just before the holidays and the end of the year, they sit down to reflect on the past year's adventures, share their favorite beauty moments, and discuss what's in store for the future. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation filled with laughter, insights, and a special shout-out to the amazing team at Riverview Center!!
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Hairstylist Hustle: Skye Lewis on Balancing Business, Family, and Bold Ambitions
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Skye Lewis, the powerhouse owner of Heirloom Salon in Virginia Beach, to talk about juggling her many roles as a business owner, wife, and mom of two young girls. Skye shares her journey into the beauty industry, her passion for crafting personalized looks for her clients, and what it’s really like running a salon full-time. We dive into the challenges and rewards of balancing work with family life, her approach to self-care, and how she prioritizes being present both at home and in the salon. Skye’s insights on managing it all with grace, humor, and...
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Catch Ya Up: Life as Business Owners & The Future of the Podcast
The Brave Beauty Podcast
In today’s episode, your hosts Christiana and Riley are catching you up on all the exciting things happening in their lives as business owners! It's been a whirlwind, and we’re taking a moment to reflect, share our experiences, and give you a peek into the future of the podcast. From managing our growing businesses to the challenges and wins along the way, we're sharing it all! Whether you’re a business owner, thinking about starting your own journey, or just love hearing about life behind the scenes, this episode is for you. Grab your coffee, tea, or favorite drink, and get ready to...
info_outlineIn this festive episode of The Brave Beauty Podcast, your hosts Christiana and Riley come to you from their new recording space at the Riverview Center in Chesapeake! Just before the holidays and the end of the year, they sit down to reflect on the past year's adventures, share their favorite beauty moments, and discuss what's in store for the future. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation filled with laughter, insights, and a special shout-out to the amazing team at Riverview Center!!