Ep. 359- Reinvent Yourself: How to Pivot Your Brand & Earn Big in Media w Gillean & Kristen
Release Date: 01/10/2025
Ep. 385 - The Invisible Contracts Running Your Relationships (And How to Rewrite Them) w Elizabeth Webb
Hi Felicia Podcast
Many relationships are running on invisible agreements we never consciously chose — unspoken rules, assumptions, and habits that once worked but now quietly drain our energy. In this episode of Hi Felicia, I’m joined by Elizabeth, a seasoned relationship coach who helps women reset the unseen contracts shaping their closest relationships — without guilt, burnout, or blowing everything up. Elizabeth breaks down how to recognize when an old agreement is no longer aligned, how to initiate an empowered conversation that actually lands, and how to decide — with clarity and confidence —...
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Ep. 384- From Pumping to Possibility: How One Mom Reimagined Breast Milk Storage with Tirza Jova
Hi Felicia Podcast
In this episode of The Hi Felicia Podcast, I sit down with Tirza Jova, founder and CEO of Milk by Mom, a Phoenix-based company revolutionizing the breastfeeding experience for modern mothers. Tirza shares her deeply personal journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship after facing the real challenges of pumping, storing, and traveling with breast milk as a working mom. What began as a personal solution led her to discover freeze-drying, a clinically proven method that preserves breast milk’s nutrients and antibodies while making it shelf-stable for up to three years. We dive into...
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Ep. 383- Love, Attachment & Ambition: How High Performers Can Build Secure, Thriving Relationships with Melissa Nanavati
Hi Felicia Podcast
Today’s guest sits right at the intersection of ambition, emotional intelligence, and the science of love — and this conversation is one I know so many of you will feel deeply. I’m joined by Melissa Nanavati, a speaker, author, and Relationship Architect who helps high performers build peaceful, thriving relationships without sacrificing their big goals. Melissa blends neuroscience, biology, and lived experience to teach ambitious women how to apply the same skills that make them successful in business… to love. Despite early success as a textbook author and Fortune 100 consultant,...
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Ep. 382- Longevity Isn’t Luck: The Future of Personalized Health with Dr. Adrijana Kekic
Hi Felicia Podcast
Today’s guest is a true innovator at the intersection of health, science, longevity, and high performance. I’m honored to welcome Dr. Adrijana Kekic — a Mayo Clinic–trained clinical pharmacy and pharmacogenomics specialist, award-winning innovator, and Founder & CEO of Futurome, a precision health and longevity company built for high achievers. Known as a Longevity Pharmacist™, Dr. Kekic blends advanced multi-omics science — including genomics, proteomics, microbiome, and mitochondrial health — with deeply personalized protocols that go far beyond traditional labs or annual...
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Ep. 381 - How Emotional Outsourcing Quietly Runs Your Life — Until You Stop It w Béa Albina NP
Hi Felicia Podcast
Today’s episode is a must-listen for every woman who has ever felt responsible for everyone else’s happiness but her own. I’m joined by the incredible Beatriz Victoria Albina — a UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Master Certified Somatic Life Coach, Breathwork Guide, and bestselling author of End Emotional Outsourcing: A Guide to Overcoming Codependent, Perfectionist and People Pleasing Habits (Hachette Balance, 2025). Béa has spent over 20 years helping women reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and step out of old...
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Ep. 380- Winning at Love & Life with Charlene Byars
Hi Felicia Podcast
In today’s inspiring episode of Hi Felicia Podcast, host Felicia welcomes Charlene Byars — relationship expert, certified empowerment coach, and host of the Love Stories Podcast. Charlene is on a mission to help women heal, rise, and attract the love they truly deserve. She brings decades of experience guiding women to embrace their feminine power, celebrate their wins, and cultivate deep, soul-aligned connections. 🌸 What We Talked About 🎉 Celebrating Your Wins & Being a “Girl’s Girl” Charlene shares why acknowledging your achievements — big and small — is a...
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Ep. 379 - It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again: EMDR, Healing & Life After Divorce with Tracy Jones
Hi Felicia Podcast
What if the life you’re meant to live is waiting for you on the other side of starting over? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Felicia sits down with Tracy Jones — EMDR therapist, speaker, and guide for those navigating trauma, divorce, and life transitions — to talk about the beauty and bravery of reinventing yourself at any stage of life. After walking through the heartbreak of divorce and pivoting into a completely new career later in life, Tracy knows firsthand what it means to rebuild from the ground up. She shares her personal story of healing and growth, the lessons...
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Ep. 378- Why Self-Awareness is the Secret to Thriving Relationships w Nick Brancato
Hi Felicia Podcast
In this episode of The Hi Felicia Podcast, I sit down with Nick Brancato to talk about relationships, priorities, and how couples can create lasting alignment. Nick shares why so many couples experience what he calls “priority drift” and what they can do to prevent it. We also dive into his Total Difference Score (TDS) framework, a practical tool for measuring and realigning priorities—not just in romantic partnerships, but also in family, friendships, and even professional settings. Nick explains how self-awareness is at the root of connection and how aligning as a couple ripples out to...
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Ep. 377 - (Live Podcast) Dating, Self-Work, and Social Media Growth with Jillian Murphy
Hi Felicia Podcast
In today’s episode of Hi Felicia, I’m joined by the amazing — a powerhouse sales and business mentor, speaker, and podcast host who has built a thriving community online by keeping it real. Jillian is known for her candid conversations around business growth, mindset, and navigating the different seasons of life with resilience and humor. Together, we dive into a raw and refreshing conversation that touches on business, personal growth, relationships, and the courage it takes to show up authentically. ✨ What You’ll Hear in This Episode Starting over in a new city — Jillian shares...
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Ep. 376 - Signs, Soulmates, and Situationships: Astrology with Neda Farr
Hi Felicia Podcast
In this episode of Hi Felicia, I sit down with Neda Farr—astrologer, creator, and founder of the Starcrossed app—whose work has reached over 450,000 followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Neda is known for her ability to connect astrology with the emotional dynamics of relationships, making her a voice of wisdom and humor for Gen Z and Millennial women navigating the complexities of dating today. Her viral content — from How to Navigate Mercury Retrogrades and Astrology for the Situationship Era to her daily astrology insights — has given countless people...
info_outlineGillean Barkyoumb | Dietitian, Nutritionist, Co-Founder of Experts with Influence - @itsgillean
Kristen Carli | Registered Dietitian, Media Dietitian, Co-Founder of Experts with Influence - @kristenncarli
Together, they help health professionals make the money they deserve by teaching them how to expand their brands, build media exposure, and leverage expertise—no matter the size of their online following.
- Social Media Handle: @expertwithinfluence
Segment 1: How They Met & The Birth of Experts with Influence
- Meeting Story:
- Gillean and Kristen share the backstory of when and how they first connected.
- Catalyst to Collaborate:
- Learn what inspired them to join forces and create Experts with Influence—a platform designed to empower health professionals to expand their reach and income.
Segment 2: Losing an Instagram Account—Kristen’s Story
- Kristen’s IG Loss:
- The unexpected experience of losing her Instagram account, how it happened, and the initial emotional impact.
- Rebuilding & Lessons Learned:
- Discover how she navigated this setback, rebuilt her online presence, and the key takeaways from this challenge.
Segment 3: Gillean’s Pivots & Letting Go of Old Identities
- From “Millennial Nutrition” to Present:
- Gillean discusses her journey of rebranding, pivoting her business, and adapting to new market trends.
- Advice for Transition & Identity Shifts:
- Tips for anyone struggling to let go of a former brand or identity. Gillean shares what worked for her and how to gracefully evolve.
Segment 4: Earning Potential as a Media Dietitian
- Making Money in Media:
- Both Gillean and Kristen reveal just how lucrative it can be to leverage media opportunities, brand partnerships, and expert positioning—even with a smaller following.
- Breaking the “Big Following” Myth:
- They debunk the idea that you need hundreds of thousands of followers to secure major brand deals or media spots, offering insider strategies to stand out.
Segment 5: Advice for Aspiring Health Pros & Entrepreneurs
- Key Takeaways & Action Steps:
- Practical tips on building a personal brand, pitching to media outlets, and growing your expertise.
- What They Wish They Knew Starting Out:
- Gillean and Kristen each share the invaluable piece of advice they would give their past selves if they could go back in time.
Connect with Experts with Influence
- Follow them on Instagram at: @expertwithinfluence
- Tune in to The Business Bestie Podcast for more insights on media exposure, brand building, and entrepreneurship in the health space.