Be Powerful with Liz & Lee
Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally.
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139. Release Your Inner Viking | Bechtler Gala Recap, Advocating for Your Health, and Being Authentic
04/25/2024
139. Release Your Inner Viking | Bechtler Gala Recap, Advocating for Your Health, and Being Authentic
Last Friday, we hosted the annual Bechtler Gala, and it was truly a (viking’s) dream come true! In this episode, we are recapping this fabulous event including our vendors and stunning outfit details, plus Lee’s hormone lab results and the increasing discussion around hormone health. We also share why consistently talking about our love story is so important to us, and the impact it’s had on our listeners. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: with special guests Clary & Cameron Gray Some key takeaways from this episode include: We were so honored to host the 2024 Bechtler Gala, especially as the first same-sex couple to host the event! We are so grateful for the opportunity and can’t thank the team at the Bechtler, our dress designer Daniel Gonzalez, and all the amazing vendors who made this night possible! We talk about our love story a lot, but we continue to share it because we’ve heard from our listeners that it inspires them to be their most authentic selves. Whether that’s in a relationship, in your career, or as an individual, we hope it inspires you to be powerful as well. If you’re in your 40s or beyond and you haven’t gotten bloodwork done, advocate for yourself and go for it! Don’t chalk up your exhaustion or lack of joy to your age. Fight to learn more about your body and find another way to feel better. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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138. Special Guests Cameron & Clary Gray on Cameron’s Story, Being a Warrior Mom, and Staying Hopeful in Hard Times
04/18/2024
138. Special Guests Cameron & Clary Gray on Cameron’s Story, Being a Warrior Mom, and Staying Hopeful in Hard Times
Today we have the most special guests on the podcast yet: Liz’s daughter Clary and her grandson, Cameron! In this episode, Cameron and Clary share their stories of moving to Memphis for treatment at St. Jude Children’s Hospital after Cameron was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor in 2021. Their lives were turned upside down, but they somehow found laughter, sunshine, and love through it all. We are so inspired by Clary’s strength as a warrior mom and Cameron’s resilience as a 7-year-old cancer patient, and we know you will feel uplifted by their story, too. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: We talk about being a fierce advocate for yourself, but it goes without saying to be a fierce advocate for your babies. Clary knew something was wrong and kept going back to the doctors until someone figured out what was going on. Keeping morale up is everything during a tough season. The Grays had a saying, “Stupid cells, go to hell!,” that was a funny, cheeky rallying cry to keep them motivated and optimistic during this scary time. It can be hard to know what to say to someone who’s been diagnosed with cancer, but just the act of reaching out is so impactful. Let them know you’re thinking about them, send them some books to read during treatments, or send them dinner for the family so they don’t have to think about it. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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137. Diving Into Hormones | Perimenopause, Menopause, and All Things Women’s Health
04/04/2024
137. Diving Into Hormones | Perimenopause, Menopause, and All Things Women’s Health
If there’s one thing we wholeheartedly believe in, it’s that you need to take care of yourself in every way possible! In this episode, Lee shares a bit about her journey entering perimenopause, the tedious (but important!) appointments she’s been dreading, and how discussions about menopause and hormones have changed over the years. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: for the 2024 Bechtler Museum Fire + Ice Gala on April 19th at 7:00 PM! Some key takeaways from this episode include: Don’t ever leave your doctor’s office with more questions. Your doctor should be answering all of your questions, and it’s up to you to advocate for yourself and make sure they take the time to listen to you. Stay on top of all the tests and screenings you need to get. We hear only complaints about mammograms, colonoscopies, and skin cancer screenings, but they are essential for catching problems early and living a long, healthy life. We will be diving into hormones as a topic more because we feel it’s so important for women to have a resource about perimenopause, menopause, and all things women’s health. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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136. Favorite Movies, Late-Night Adventures, and More Hilarious Stories We’ve Never Told Before | Replay
03/28/2024
136. Favorite Movies, Late-Night Adventures, and More Hilarious Stories We’ve Never Told Before | Replay
This episode is a fun one! We’re going to share our favorite classic and new movies, why movies need more heart, some of our drunken adventures and more hilarious stories we’ve never shared on the podcast before! If you need some levity this week, this is the perfect episode for you! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: So much of staying strong and agile is challenging yourself to do more. Challenge yourself to be able to do your age number in push ups and remember you’re a few strong breaths and sips of water away from finishing a workout. We need to bring back some classic Steel Magnolias-esque sayings like “chaps my ass,” “busier than a one-armed paper hanger,” and “I’m just too colorful for words.” There are risks for all medical treatments and procedures, but if the benefits of feeling more rejuvenated, healthy, and functional outweigh the cons, it might be worth it! Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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135. Handling Information Overload, Quick Exercises for Busy Days, and Letting the Emotions Flow
03/21/2024
135. Handling Information Overload, Quick Exercises for Busy Days, and Letting the Emotions Flow
Do you ever have seasons where life gets busy, the news gets you down, and all your wellness habits fall to the wayside? Well we’re in one of those seasons right now, so in this episode we’re sharing how we still squeeze in a workout wherever we are, why allowing those emotions to freely flow is so important, and how to handle the information and news coming at us from every direction. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: I look better at 70 than I did at 30 - here’s how! at HSM Some key takeaways from this episode include: Even as fitness professionals, we have days when we get so busy that we haven’t gotten our workouts in. On those days, we get a brisk walk in when we can and do push-ups for a total body workout. At home you can to get in your movement! Sometimes we feel more tender and our emotions are on high alert. It’s important to let yourself feel the feelings, have a good cry if you need to, and don’t try to explain them away. There’s a lot of information coming at us at all times. This keeps us in fight or flight mode, which then makes us want to numb out, and we create this vicious cycle. Instead, move your body, unplug from your devices, and ground yourself. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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134. Being Bold In Your Beliefs, Handling the Hecklers In Your Life, and Liz’s Oscars Acceptance Speech
03/14/2024
134. Being Bold In Your Beliefs, Handling the Hecklers In Your Life, and Liz’s Oscars Acceptance Speech
When it comes to your life and your beliefs, do you express them boldly or quietly? In this episode, we’re sharing why we’re unapologetically bold in expressing our political beliefs… and why you should be, too. We were also inspired by the acceptance speeches for the Academy Awards this past weekend, so we’re reflecting on what would be in our big acceptance speeches and whether we still have time to be EGOT winners. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: It’s kind of a fun exercise to think about if you won an Oscar, what would your speech be? Who would you thank? What would you credit for getting you to where you are today? When it comes to our “hecklers” in life, it’s crucial to not get defensive. In those moments, you have to move quickly to diffuse the situation, change the subject, and move on. Don’t give the heckler the limelight. Politics can be divisive, and we lovingly invite everyone who has been quiet about their beliefs to use your power. If you have your facts straight, be loud and unapologetic about your values. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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133. Democracy and What’s at Stake in the 2024 Election | Channeling Tina Turner
03/07/2024
133. Democracy and What’s at Stake in the 2024 Election | Channeling Tina Turner
We all know how important it is to vote, but this year is more important than ever. In this episode, Liz shares her perspective of watching women’s rights be rolled back after surviving a pre-Roe era. On a lighter note, she shares her experience modeling Tina Turner’s dress, and Lee reminds Liz that she is Fabulous, Fierce, and Powerful. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Having lived through a pre-Roe era in the 70s, it’s very disheartening to see how much women’s rights have been rolled back in the last few years. It’s devastating to see all the hard work of advocates be undone. It’s okay for us to have different beliefs, but it’s not okay to create legislation based on your personal beliefs. You can be pro life, but that is your choice. All women should have a choice. Surround yourself with people who are open minded enough to have difficult conversations. We don’t have to only be friends with people who vote like us, but we do need to be able to approach these tough topics with compassion and mutual respect. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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132. We All Need Therapy | Marriage Counseling, Finding a Therapist, and Our Lessons Learned
02/29/2024
132. We All Need Therapy | Marriage Counseling, Finding a Therapist, and Our Lessons Learned
Lee recently started going to therapy, and that inspired us to share our experiences with going to therapy. We are huge proponents of talk therapy, and it has been a very beneficial tool for us to grow and reflect in our lives. In this episode, we talk about Liz’s hilarious marriage counseling experience, why finding the right therapist is so important, and how exploring your self-esteem and awareness in therapy impacts all areas of your life. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: There are so many ways to chat with a therapist (video chat, phone call, or in person to name a few), and so many therapists out there. It’s important to find the right fit for you, and keep trying until you find them! A good therapist can really dig deep with you. Your therapist should listen to you, and then call out some of the habits or blocks that can help you work through whatever you’re struggling with. We talk about self-esteem and confidence a lot because they truly affect every aspect of your life. Confidence helps you feel brave enough to express your feelings, try something new, and advocate for yourself. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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131. Making the Powerful Choice | How to Make Healthier Choices About Your Food, Focus, Fitness, and Faith
02/22/2024
131. Making the Powerful Choice | How to Make Healthier Choices About Your Food, Focus, Fitness, and Faith
We recently got these beautiful bracelets that say “choice,” and while you all know our political views on choice, that word has so much more meaning to us than that. In this episode, we’re exploring the hundreds of tiny choices we make in a day, and how we can make those healthier and more empowered choices. Plus, we’re sharing how we’re giving back every month at HSM and how you can support the causes! Join us on April 19th at 7:00 PM for the 2024 Bechtler Museum Fire + Ice Gala! to get your tickets! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: : Interview with Todd Smith of the Bechtler Museum Some key takeaways from this episode include: Being powerful involves making the best choices possible for the life you want to live. We probably make hundreds of small choices every single day about how to spend our time, what we consume, and who we spend time with. A big choice we can make is what holds our attention throughout the day. Choosing to focus one one thing instead of multitasking throughout the day eliminates that frazzled, hurried feeling and welcomes calm into your body. Making a better choice is simple, but not easy! The food industry, digital media, and smart devices are all created to make it harder to make the healthier choice, so start with small choices and work your way up. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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130. Our New Hosting Gig & Charlotte’s Growing Art Scene with Todd Smith of the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
02/15/2024
130. Our New Hosting Gig & Charlotte’s Growing Art Scene with Todd Smith of the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
We’ve had the honor of being asked to host the 2024 Bechtler Museum Gala, and we are so excited to make this a night to remember! In this episode, we sat down with Todd Smith, the Executive Director of the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Charlotte, to discuss the gala, the iconic exhibits at the museum, and the legacy of the Bechtler family. Join us on April 19th at 7:00 PM for the 2024 Bechtler Museum Fire + Ice Gala! to get your tickets! Visit the Bechtler: Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: We were invited to host the 2024 Bechtler Museum Gala, and were tasked with making the Bechtler weird again! Our goal is to create an environment where people can let their true selves out and feel completely welcome and accepted for it. This year’s theme is Fire + Ice as a nod to artist Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson, whose exhibit Infinite Space, Sublime Horizons pulls inspiration from Iceland’s beautiful landscapes. Even though Charlotte is considered a banking city, it is so rich with art centers like the Bechtler, the Harvey B. Gantt Center, the McColl Center, and the Mint Museum. That balance is essential for a vibrant city! Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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129. Year of the Dragon | Black History Month, First Crushes, and Valentine’s Plans
02/08/2024
129. Year of the Dragon | Black History Month, First Crushes, and Valentine’s Plans
Starting this weekend, it’s the year of the dragon! In this episode, Liz shares the lore of the dragon in the HSM logo, the importance of Black History Month, and their plans for this Valentine’s Day. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: It’s Black History Month, which is such an important part of American history. In order to prevent history from repeating itself, we have to face our history head-on, even if it’s painful. If you’re looking for inspiration this Valentine’s Day, remember that sometimes the handmade and low key experiences are the most memorable. One of Liz’s favorite Valentine’s Day with Lee was when she made homemade cornbread. February is the start of the year of the dragon, the perfect month for coziness (AKA hygge!), spending time with your loved ones, and showing love however you can. What’s better than that? Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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128. Our Madrid Travel Recap | Favorite Spots, Celebrity Encounters, and Liz’s Philosophy on Birthdays
02/01/2024
128. Our Madrid Travel Recap | Favorite Spots, Celebrity Encounters, and Liz’s Philosophy on Birthdays
We are back after an incredible trip to Madrid, Spain to celebrate Liz’s 70th birthday! In this episode, we’re sharing stories about our favorite restaurants, luggage mishaps, a surprise celebrity encounter, and why birthdays are always worth celebrating. For all the links to our favorite eats, attractions, and stays in Spain, ! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: + links to everywhere we went! Some key takeaways from this episode include: If you’re checking a bag at the airport, always pack a change of clothes or two in your carry-on bag in case your luggage gets lost. Air tags are also super handy to keep in your checked luggage in case it gets lost as well… ask us how we know! Traveling gives you so much knowledge and perspective. It can be such an eye-opening experience to see how similar humans are on the most basic level, no matter where they are in the world. Liz’s philosophy is that birthdays are truly worth celebrating. Maybe no one will care about your birthday party more than you, but your existence in this world is important and worth celebrating. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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127. The Spirit of Liz the Whiz | Stories & Lessons Learned Over the Last (Almost!) 70 Years
01/18/2024
127. The Spirit of Liz the Whiz | Stories & Lessons Learned Over the Last (Almost!) 70 Years
The big day is almost here… Liz is about to celebrate her 70th birthday! In this episode, Lee is interviewing Liz on the stories that have shaped her over the last seven decades, from her childhood, to her first love, to becoming a mother on her own terms. No matter what you’re going through right now, you will feel inspired and uplifted - grab your tissues! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: What It Was Like to Get an Abortion Before Roe v. Wade Some key takeaways from this episode include: One of the biggest gifts you can give to your kids is a life of adventure. We talked about this last week, but forcing your kids to go outside and make their own fun is so valuable for their social skills, problem solving skills, and childhood memories. There’s a difference between a strong and generous woman and a martyr. You should never let people walk all over you, but if you can demonstrate strength and love in all you do, it can have a powerful impact on your loved ones. Don’t push down the negative feelings from your most difficult life experiences. Life is too rich and wonderful to avoid even the worst feelings. It’s so worth it to experience all of it. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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126. The Habits That Will Help You Stay Consistent + Achieve Your Goals in 2024
01/11/2024
126. The Habits That Will Help You Stay Consistent + Achieve Your Goals in 2024
Welcome to the first new episode of 2024! This week, we are sharing our best tips for how to stay consistent with your healthy habits this year, why “magic pills” aren’t all bad, and the best two exercises you can do daily to build strength. Plus, we review our favorite movies we watched in December and tease a new resource coming soon! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Even if resolutions aren’t your jam, use the new year as an opportunity to start fresh, establish some new weekly habits, and get back into a routine that supports your goals. Consistency is so important, and the best way to stay consistent is to make your habits sustainable. That means you need to address underlying issues holding you back first, and you need to make sure you're tying fun activities and passions into your routines. We feel so grateful to be able to live our love out loud. It feels like our society is always right on the line of accepting same sex relationships, but we feel grateful that we don’t have to live in fear of expressing ourselves and celebrating our relationship. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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{Best of 2023} Details of Our Story We’ve Never Shared Before | Liz’s Huffpost Twitter Spaces Interview with Noah Michelson
01/04/2024
{Best of 2023} Details of Our Story We’ve Never Shared Before | Liz’s Huffpost Twitter Spaces Interview with Noah Michelson
Here it is: our most downloaded episode of 2023! After Liz’s viral Huffington Post article was published in 2022, she sat down for a Twitter Spaces interview with their Head of HuffPost Personal, who was not afraid to ask some tough questions about details we’ve never shared before. We will be back next week with brand new episodes! We’ve shared our love story many times before, but there are some details we’ve never covered. That might be because people were too scared to ask us, but Noah Michelson from Huffington Post was not. In Liz’s Twitter Spaces interview with him last week, Noah asked about how Lee’s divorce and sexuality influenced our love story, Liz’s previous judgements about sexuality, and more details you’ve never heard before. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Every time you tell your story, you remember more details and share more parts of it that help you step fully into your authentic self. So many of us are raised to put ourselves into a box when it comes to gender and sexuality. We might place judgment - without any bad intentions! - on what it means to break from societal norms, and we should reflect and reevaluate those thoughts regularly. If you’re afraid to do something that feels right to you, remember that courage is not about being unafraid. Courage means being afraid and doing it anyway. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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{Best of 2023} Make This Year Your Most Courageous One Yet
12/28/2023
{Best of 2023} Make This Year Your Most Courageous One Yet
This week, we’re sharing our #2 most downloaded episode of the year, where we talked about how to audit the past year, evaluate what you want to leave behind vs. what you want to bring into the new year, and how to have the courage to go after your biggest goals. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways on how to audit your life are: If you’re not sure what to work on next, write down what you’re spending your time on each day, and rank them on a scale of most to least restorative and joyous for you. Keep what’s energizing you and get rid of the rest. What do you love about yourself? This time of year has us thinking about what we want to change about ourselves, but it’s important to take stock of what we want to maintain in 2024 as well! As you set your goals, think about why that goal is important to you and how achieving it will serve you. Not only does this make you more likely to achieve it, it can also keep you motivated all year long. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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{Best of 2023} That’s Called Expansion | Letting Go of Expectations & Getting Better with Age
12/21/2023
{Best of 2023} That’s Called Expansion | Letting Go of Expectations & Getting Better with Age
Over the next few weeks, we’re counting down the top episodes of 2023! This week is our #3 most downloaded episode of the year, where we share how HSM is expanding, and how we’re expanding personally as well. Liz’s recent filming for a news segment sparked a lot of discussions in this week’s episode! As you know, Hilliard Studio Method is expanding into multiple cities this year, but there’s also a lot of internal expansion happening as well. In this episode, Liz and Lee share their thoughts on how being more authentic gets easier with age, who they look up to as role models, and their favorite new “sex show” on HBO Max… you’re gonna have to listen to get the full story on that one. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: A huge part of expansion is letting go of the expectations and thoughts others have about you. It can be difficult to tune out these expectations, but it does get easier with age! Another way to flex that muscle is to stop putting others in a box, too. You might have a perception or expectation of certain people that’s keeping them from being their most authentic selves. We are now at the end of our 23 pushups a day in 2023 challenge! Pushups are such a good way to expand your strength and confidence, no matter where your fitness starting point is. if you completed the challenge and tell us how it went! Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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125. Our 2023 Recap | Favorite Books, Movies, and Lessons of the Year
12/14/2023
125. Our 2023 Recap | Favorite Books, Movies, and Lessons of the Year
2024 is right around the corner, and this is our last new episode of the year before we countdown our top 3 episodes of 2023! In this episode, we’re recapping the highlights of our year, the lessons we’ve learned, and of course our favorite book and movie recommendations for you to try out yourself over the holiday break! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Links mentioned: Model Behavior with Brooke Hall Movies mentioned: Leave the World Behind - Netflix Barbie Oppenheimer Maestro - Netflix Books mentioned: - featuring the Barrington Bunny short story Some key takeaways from this episode include: Unpopular opinion: Christmas Day is a tad overrated. There’s something about the anticipation and lead up to Christmas Eve that feels so exciting, and that’s where the magic really happens! If you’re ditching some traditional elements of the holidays this year, we love it! Lee is forgoing two Christmas trees and tons of gifts for the kids this year in favor of one tree and one gift of concert tickets, AKA an experience they can all enjoy in 2024. Do that thing that you are afraid to do. We are always shocked at how the hardest things we’ve done have paid off so incredibly well. Going into 2024, we hope you don’t avoid the things that scare you and instead face them head on. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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124. Lee’s Side of the Story | Wedding Plans, Working With Your Partner, and Owning Your Differences
12/07/2023
124. Lee’s Side of the Story | Wedding Plans, Working With Your Partner, and Owning Your Differences
Liz recently got a comment on her asking “what about Lee’s side of the story?” And even though Lee has shared a lot on the podcast, it inspired Liz to interview Lee about what it’s really like to be in partnership with Liz. From romance to wedding plans to working together in the business, Lee is sharing her full perspective in this episode! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Step up your sleep game with Baloo, the leading name in luxury weighted blankets that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and machine washable! Use code “LIZ” at to get 22% off your order! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Lee is torn between going all out for a wedding with all the spectacle and bells and whistles, and simply running away and making it a super private and secret event. Either one would be magical and romantic! You know you’re with the right person when you get FOMO when they’re not around. Just enjoying being around each other is an underrated but important part of being in a great relationship. Working for your partner can have its challenges, especially when you have different working styles. Liz brings the vision for the business and the brand, and Lee is super organized and helps keep things on track. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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123. Sexy Santa, Starting an OnlyFans, and TikTok Viral Skincare
11/30/2023
123. Sexy Santa, Starting an OnlyFans, and TikTok Viral Skincare
It’s a happy - and sexy! - holiday season, y’all! In this hilarious festive episode, we chat about the obsession with TikTok skincare, Liz’s feet fans on social media, and why you and your partner should prioritize more sexy time. How’s that for a Christmas gift? Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Good skincare comes down to cleansing and a good retinol once you’re 25 or older. Our teens are unfortunately being sold all these skincare products on TikTok when they simply don’t need it at their age. If you’re looking for a unique party idea this holiday season, try an “anything but Christmas” party. Have everyone bring a drink and a dish that isn’t specific to the holiday. It’s a fun way to get a little break from holiday staples. Just like a good night’s sleep can solve many problems, having a good sex life with your partner can be the key to solving a lot of connection problems in your relationship. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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122. Leaning Into the Light | What We’re Grateful For, Family Feuds, and the Westminster Dog Show
11/23/2023
122. Leaning Into the Light | What We’re Grateful For, Family Feuds, and the Westminster Dog Show
Happy Thanksgiving!! Whether you’re listening to us during your Turkey Trot, or in a dark room hiding from your family, we’re so grateful you’re here! In this fun and lighthearted episode, we’re sharing what we’re thankful for, reflecting on the past few years, and how to handle any family feuds this holiday season. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: If you’re in a season of being a caretaker, make sure you take some time for yourself. No matter what the circumstances are, you need to make sure you give yourself some space to recharge. Family is what you make it. How can you show gratitude for your biological family, the friends that have become family, and even the family causing trouble this year? Do something fun this Thanksgiving that makes you laugh. Share funny memories around the dinner table, watch the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, or play goofy card games after dinner. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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121. Liz Shares Her Soul-Bearing Writing About Love, and Acceptance, and True Authenticity
11/16/2023
121. Liz Shares Her Soul-Bearing Writing About Love, and Acceptance, and True Authenticity
In the last few weeks, Liz has been pouring her heart into a new blog - and hopefully someday, a new book! - where she shares her biggest life lessons, advice to readers, and open letters. In this episode, she’s reading two of her blog posts out loud to Lee and to you, and chatting with Lee about her reactions to them. Grab your tissues - this is an emotional and uplifting episode! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Subscribe to Liz's blog by visiting and scrolling to the bottom to enter your email address! Some key takeaways from this episode include: Liz’s first book was such a cathartic experience to create alongside Lee, but now she’s looking to explore in even more depth what it means to be powerful after everything they’ve been through. There’s a hum inside of all of us telling us who we truly are, and we have to have the courage to follow that noise to a better path. Once we peel back the layers of what who we “should” be and what we “should” do, that voice becomes hard to ignore. Expansion rarely happens in the safe zone. You can’t be courageous, fall in love, or step fully into your authentic self if you’re stuck in the safe zone. All of these things can be so scary in the moment, but are worth the risk. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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120. Using Your Voice, Holiday Plans + We Want to Hear From YOU!
11/09/2023
120. Using Your Voice, Holiday Plans + We Want to Hear From YOU!
Grab a warm beverage and cozy up, this episode is full of comfort vibes! We are chatting about the end of daylight savings time and entering our hibernation era, our holiday plans and how you can switch them up this year, and why voting in every election is so important. PLUS, we want to hear from you about the hot takes in this episode, so please send us a voice message on using the poll prompts below! Send us a message on with your thoughts on one of our polls! Are you embracing your hibernation era after setting your clocks back, or do you prefer daylight savings time? Do you prefer minimal Halloween lawn decorations, or do you love a maximalist Halloween display? Did you vote in North Carolina on Tuesday? If you have a “why” or a “why not?,” let us know! Where should we go on our next vacation? Do you have a funny Thanksgiving story? We wanna hear it! What are your favorite Thanksgiving dishes? Are you team turkey or team ham? What are you making for the holiday this year? Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Links mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Every election and every single voice is important! The presidential and congressional elections are not the only ones that matter. City representatives and leaders can have a HUGE impact on policies that directly affect your family. Just because you’re taking a trip for a special occasion, doesn't mean it needs to be the best vacation you’ve ever taken. A casual night in with loved ones can be just as special… but Liz does love a grand adventure. The holidays can be stressful, so you need to do what feels best for you. If going on vacation feels better than navigating an awkward dinner, do that! If you don’t want to invite family members you don’t get along with, don’t! Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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119. Letting Go, Changes In the Business, and Authentic Leadership
11/02/2023
119. Letting Go, Changes In the Business, and Authentic Leadership
After some seriously amazing interviews over the last couple of weeks, we are back this week - just the two of us - and we have some incredible inspiration coming your way if you need a pick-me-up. This week, we’re sharing some updates on Hilliard Studio Method, why having a great team starts with trust and authentic leadership, and why you might want to let go of a few things in your life to make your next big move. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: There’s something to be said of longevity in a business. We are so grateful to our team members, friends, and family that have supported us since the beginning! If you have people in your corner for the long haul, hold them tight! Trust is another big thing, too! If you can trust the people you bring into your business, it allows you the space to be creative and take full ownership. Watching your team grow in their roles becomes that much more rewarding! Letting go can be really hard to do, especially as women. However, if you let go of something that you’re good - but not great - at, it frees you up to pursue the endeavors that would unveil your biggest gifts. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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118. Model Behavior | Recapping the Golden Bachelor, Advocating for Young Girls, and Self Acceptance with Brooke Hall
10/26/2023
118. Model Behavior | Recapping the Golden Bachelor, Advocating for Young Girls, and Self Acceptance with Brooke Hall
Our great friend, client, and fellow model Brooke Hall is on the show today! She is hilarious, y’all, and today we are recapping the Golden Bachelor, talking about how to handle creeping hemlines for teenagers these days, and learning to love yourself when your career is about putting your face and body in the spotlight. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: There’s definitely an empathetic angle to take with the Golden Bachelor, which is that these women - and the Bachelor himself - are looking for love and companionship. We all deserve that at any age! Finding appropriate dresses that are still fun and exciting for teen girls to wear are so hard to come by these days. Even if you only have sons, you have to be aware of the messaging and expectations being served to young girls. It takes a really long time for women to get to a place where they stop dressing or changing their bodies for others and start exclusively living for themselves, unapologetically. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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117. The Chemicals, Dyes, and Ingredients That Are Harming Our Kids - and Ourselves - with The Food Babe, Vani Hari
10/19/2023
117. The Chemicals, Dyes, and Ingredients That Are Harming Our Kids - and Ourselves - with The Food Babe, Vani Hari
We are all about physical wellness, eating well, and standing up for what you believe in. Our guest, client, and good friend, Vani Hari, embodies all of these things. Vani is the bold voice behind The Food Babe, a food activism blog dedicated to educating families about toxic ingredients and influencing large processed food brands to get rid of these ingredients. In this episode, Vani shares some of her biggest wins, what you need to look out for when you’re shopping for your kids, and her new book, . Vani Hari is a revolutionary food activist, a New York Times best-selling author, co-founder of the organic food brand , and was named one of the “Most Influential People on the Internet” by Time magazine. Hari started to spread information about what is really in the American food supply. She teaches people how to make the right purchasing decisions at the grocery store, how to live an organic lifestyle, and how to travel healthfully around the world. Connect with Vani + Buy Her New Book! Links mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Standards for food ingredients in the U.S. are way different than in other countries. Companies like Kellogg’s have formulated their products in Europe without dyes or artificial ingredients, but in the U.S. they go the cheaper route and keep those ingredients in. There’s a misconception that the FDA tests and monitors the chemicals and ingredients that go into our food, but there are over 3,000 chemicals in American foods right now that have never been tested or even looked into. If there’s one thing to watch out for on labels, it’s “natural flavor.” It’s a way for processed food companies to use fruits like apples and dye them to look like other foods like blueberries. “Natural flavors” cause picky eaters and hijack our taste buds. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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116. Is Liz The Next Golden Bachelorette? Reacting to The Golden Bachelor Premiere
10/12/2023
116. Is Liz The Next Golden Bachelorette? Reacting to The Golden Bachelor Premiere
Last week, we watched the first episode of The Golden Bachelor, and Liz was… not super impressed to say the least (ha!). In this episode, we’re recapping our honest thoughts on the bachelor franchise, what we think of the Golden Bachelor himself, and Liz’s new dream of being the Golden Bachelorette. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: It’s so much easier to numb out with reality TV than it is to sit with our own thoughts and feelings, but you’re probably much better served doing something else to relax and unwind. We feel there are so many better ways to find love than going on reality television. Maybe try dating your best friend instead? Worked for us! I know we’re ragging on these reality stars, but the thing that really gets us is the lack of authenticity of it all. We prefer to watch content with people who are stepping fully into their most authentic selves, and we hope this podcast is that for you! Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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115. Favorite Movies, Late-Night Adventures, and More Hilarious Stories We’ve Never Told Before
10/05/2023
115. Favorite Movies, Late-Night Adventures, and More Hilarious Stories We’ve Never Told Before
This episode is a fun one! We’re going to share our favorite classic and new movies, why movies need more heart (once the SAG-AFTRA strike ends, that is!), some of our drunken adventures and more hilarious stories we’ve never shared on the podcast before! If you need some levity this week, this is the perfect episode for you! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Some key takeaways from this episode include: So much of staying strong and agile is challenging yourself to do more. Challenge yourself to be able to do your age number in push ups and remember you’re a few strong breaths and sips of water away from finishing a workout. We need to bring back some classic Steel Magnolias-esque sayings like “chaps my ass,” “busier than a one-armed paper hanger,” and “I’m just too colorful for words.” There are risks for all medical treatments and procedures, but if the benefits of feeling more rejuvenated, healthy, and functional outweigh the cons, it might be worth it! Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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114. How Purpose Helps Us Live Longer, Love Better, and Achieve Our Biggest Goals
09/28/2023
114. How Purpose Helps Us Live Longer, Love Better, and Achieve Our Biggest Goals
One of our close friends passed away recently, and it encouraged us to reflect on our lives and how we’re showing up for our purpose and our passions. If you’re like us, you have big dreams and goals for your life, and beautiful relationships to nurture and tend to. So in this episode, we’re sharing our best guidance for how a strong sense of purpose can fuel all of these endeavors and help us live our best and fullest lives. Please consider donating to and join us for the St. Jude’s Walk/Run in Charlotte this weekend! Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: Start with your mindset for your bigger vision for your life or whatever goal you’re working on, then work backwards to figure out the smaller steps. When we focus on the small details first, we get overwhelmed and aren’t as likely to achieve that vision. One of the reasons the people in the Blue Zones live longer than anyone else is they wake up every single morning with purpose. When we know our purpose for our lives, it helps us focus our energy on the right things every day. Your purpose should deeply resonate with you and inspire you. Some examples might be living the healthiest life possible and helping others do the same, being kind to others, helping others find their purpose, growing a business with a strong mission, the list goes on! Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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113. Evaluate Your Self-Talk and Treating Yourself With Kindness
09/21/2023
113. Evaluate Your Self-Talk and Treating Yourself With Kindness
Since we share our life and love online, we receive our fair share of negative criticism, and it often reminds us that we need to be intentional about how we talk to others - and ourselves. As we enter a transitional season, it’s a great time to do some deep reflection about how we’re feeling about ourselves. How are we speaking to ourselves? Are we judging ourselves? In this episode, we’re digging into positive self-talk and how to treat yourself with more grace and kindness. Leave us a voice memo at ! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you! Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at with promo code “XOLIZHSM” Resources mentioned: Some key takeaways from this episode include: We really want to focus on the positive and compliments we get about ourselves and our love story, instead of the negative. We got the nicest message that reminded us of how we want to treat others and ourselves. Until we can love ourselves, we can’t fully love and show up for the people around us. We can be so critical of ourselves, but it’s important to extend the same grace and kindness we would give to others, to ourselves. Forgive yourself for the constant judging and flip those negative criticisms to the positive. Take a deep breath and don’t beat yourself up about all the little things you nitpick yourself about. Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you’re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally. Podcast contact info:
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