Big Girl Pants Podcast

Josh Thomas | Lifted Mindset

Join April as she and Josh talk about fitness, family, and mental health!  Josh Thomas is a former professional bodybuilder, sponsored athlete, consultant and podcaster! This episode really shines a light on why he walked away from professional bodybuilding to focus on not only his family, but making sure that he was present as a husband and a father. Josh has great insights from learning from first hand experience how he didn't want his boys to be raised.  This was an awesome episode to r...

Josh Thomas | Lifted Mindset

Join April as she and Josh talk about fitness, family, and mental health!  Josh Thomas is a former professional bodybuilder, sponsored athlete, consultant and podcaster! This episode really shines a light on why he walked away from professional bodybuilding to focus on not only his family, but making sure that he was present as a husband and a father. Josh has great insights from learning from first hand experience how he didn't want his boys to be raised.  This was an awesome episode to r...

Part 2: PTSD

Join us while we continue the conversation with Ian Owdom and Duncan Lordanich.  Last week we talked all about their experience in the military, why they served, how they served, and how they felt about their time.  This week we unpack what it was like to realize that they had PTSD, how it affected their lives, and how they are healing now. Not only were they courageous in serving their country but also as men discussing mental health.  This is an amazing episode and I hope you don't miss...

Part 2: PTSD

Join us while we continue the conversation with Ian Owdom and Duncan Lordanich.  Last week we talked all about their experience in the military, why they served, how they served, and how they felt about their time.  This week we unpack what it was like to realize that they had PTSD, how it affected their lives, and how they are healing now. Not only were they courageous in serving their country but also as men discussing mental health.  This is an amazing episode and I hope you don't miss...

Let Freedom Ring with Duncan Lordanich and Ian Owdom

Happy 4th of July!  Join April as she interviews two of our Nation's Veterans: Ian Owdom (US Navy) and Duncan Lordanich (US Army).  This episode was truly an honor to record. We discuss the motivating factors behind joining the military, how they served, and what they think of the current state of the armed forces.  This was an amazing episode - I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed interviewing them! Thank you to all of the Veterans who served our Nation so we can enjoy the freedoms w...

Franki Ray Returns! THE must have luxury bag of the future.

Join us as we spend an hour with the FABULOUS Stacey and Sasha of Franki Ray AGAIN!  Yep...they're baaccckk!   If you still haven't seen these luxury bags, the time is now - check them out TODAY.  They are gorgeous, leather, handcrafted unique conversation starters that every professional wanting to make a statement must carry.   Check them out at www.frankiray.com and of course - right here on Big Girl Pants Podcast!   "WE ARE NOT JUST WOMEN — WE ARE LIONS FIERCE, COURAGEOUS, AND CONFIDENT...

Franki Ray Returns! THE must have luxury bag of the future.

Join us as we spend an hour with the FABULOUS Stacey and Sasha of Franki Ray AGAIN!  Yep...they're baaccckk!   If you still haven't seen these luxury bags, the time is now - check them out TODAY.  They are gorgeous, leather, handcrafted unique conversation starters that every professional wanting to make a statement must carry.   Check them out at www.frankiray.com and of course - right here on Big Girl Pants Podcast!   "WE ARE NOT JUST WOMEN — WE ARE LIONS FIERCE, COURAGEOUS, AND CONFIDENT...

Rachelle Ugalde - Self-Love, Self-Sabotage and living with anxiety

Join April, Kim, and their awesome guest Rachelle Ugalde, success coach, podcaster, entrepreneur, and self-care advocate as they discuss body image, self-sabotage and so much more.  Rachelle truly understands the meaning of self-love and is a walking example of how to be completely in love with your body.   Check out her website: www.rachelleugalde.com for blogs and podcasts on how to love yourself, dealing with depression and anxiety, self-sabotage, shame and guilt.  Every women should kno...

A life, a legacy - April shares the story of losing her father

Honoring A Father! Losing loved ones is a real part of life.  We don't always know the right thing to say to those going through it.  April shares her fathers legacy, the story of going through his last months/days and how she coped with the loss.  April also shares how to help those we care about when they are dealing with grief.   Happy Father's Day to all the dads, and a most special Happy Father's Day to Doug Melton, you will be missed by so many. SHOW LESS

Breaking the chains - learning to heal from sexual assault, with Colleen Willoughby

Join April and Kimberly as they discuss sexual assault, and how we break the chains of how we define purity as christian women.   Colleen Willoughby bravely shares her journey of coping with sexual assault in her first year of college and how she healed and began to take control of her life.  About Colleen: Colleen was raised in north Texas and received her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of North Texas in 2012. She moved to Amarillo for a ye...

Find your purpose with Gabrielle Bosche, TEDx Presenter, Bestselling Author

Join April and Kim as they spend time with Gabriele Bosche, author of 6 books, most recently, co-author of The Purpose Factor.    A wealth of knowledge and experience, Gabrielle is the real deal.  Her purpose is helping others find theirs.   Don't miss this episode. About Gabrielle: Gabrielle is one of the most booked Millennial motivators in the world. She has been called the "next generation of motivators" by Tom Ziglar and is a popular TEDx presenter, bestselling author, and co-founder ...

CEO of Compete Everyday, Jake Thompson is back to Encourage, Empower, and Equip

Jake Thompson is back to discuss his book Compete Everyday, his new book coming this year and so much more.   What if the key to reaching your full potential wasn't about what talents you were born with, but something more?  In this brand new book, author Jake Thompson shares the seven key choices Competitors make every day to win their career & life. About Compete Every Day: Compete Every Day® (CED) has grown from its humble beginnings as a small t-shirt brand sold from the back of my ca...

CEO of Compete Everyday, Jake Thompson is back to Encourage, Empower, and Equip

Jake Thompson is back to discuss his book Compete Everyday, his new book coming this year and so much more.   What if the key to reaching your full potential wasn't about what talents you were born with, but something more?  In this brand new book, author Jake Thompson shares the seven key choices Competitors make every day to win their career & life. About Compete Every Day: Compete Every Day® (CED) has grown from its humble beginnings as a small t-shirt brand sold from the back of my ca...

Learning to Fail, living the entrepreneurial dream with Hirbod Bigvand

Hirbod Bigvand is a serial entrepreneur at the ripe old age of 27, investor, brand strategist, and TEDx speaker.     6 years ago, Hirbod didn't speak English, didn't know anyone but knew he was destined to own a business.   Today, he's living his dream, and one of the wisest individuals we've had the pleasure of speaking with.  We discuss learning to fail, taking the lessons and rebuilding (again and again).   Hirbod exemplifies the true meaning of success and living a meaningful life.  This...

Learning to Fail, living the entrepreneurial dream with Hirbod Bigvand

Hirbod Bigvand is a serial entrepreneur at the ripe old age of 27, investor, brand strategist, and TEDx speaker.     6 years ago, Hirbod didn't speak English, didn't know anyone but knew he was destined to own a business.   Today, he's living his dream, and one of the wisest individuals we've had the pleasure of speaking with.  We discuss learning to fail, taking the lessons and rebuilding (again and again).   Hirbod exemplifies the true meaning of success and living a meaningful life.  This...

Amanda Smith - Dallas Girl Gang

Join me in welcoming Amanda Smith of Dallas Girl Gang! Amanda Smith is a Coach and CEO of Dallas Girl Gang, a 50,000+ global community of engaged women connecting in career, business and life. Amanda is an expert in connecting, marketing, pitching business, and cultivating community.  After a huge life shift in 2017 and a move to Dallas, Amanda was seeking a community for women that was inclusive and offered resources for career, life, and business- and came up empty. So, she created one ...

Amanda Smith - Dallas Girl Gang

Join me in welcoming Amanda Smith of Dallas Girl Gang! Amanda Smith is a Coach and CEO of Dallas Girl Gang, a 50,000+ global community of engaged women connecting in career, business and life. Amanda is an expert in connecting, marketing, pitching business, and cultivating community.  After a huge life shift in 2017 and a move to Dallas, Amanda was seeking a community for women that was inclusive and offered resources for career, life, and business- and came up empty. So, she created one ...

Lara Marshall - Creator of Sugar & Suede

Join Kimberly and April in welcoming Lara Marshall - the creative behind Sugar and Suede!  Lara is a wife, a mother, and the entrepreneur behind Sugar and Suede - an online Women's boutique.  Lara and April have known each other since they were young, growing up in the same neighborhood. This episode features Lara's journey to entrepreneurship and how she found herself among all of the other titles she has!  Please check her out on Facebook at Sugar & Suede https://www.facebook.com/sugara...

Lara Marshall - Creator of Sugar & Suede

Join Kimberly and April in welcoming Lara Marshall - the creative behind Sugar and Suede!  Lara is a wife, a mother, and the entrepreneur behind Sugar and Suede - an online Women's boutique.  Lara and April have known each other since they were young, growing up in the same neighborhood. This episode features Lara's journey to entrepreneurship and how she found herself among all of the other titles she has!  Please check her out on Facebook at Sugar & Suede https://www.facebook.com/sugara...

What it's really like to be a woman - Nikki Foxx

Join us for this amazing episode!  This week we have Nikki Foxx - Career professional, fitfluencer and all around WOMAN.  Please listen in as we discuss the struggles that accompany the fitness industry, the perks of going viral on TikTok, why being lean doesn't always equate to happiness, and the issues women face.  We loved having her and hope you enjoy this episode! 

What it's really like to be a woman - Nikki Foxx

Join us for this amazing episode!  This week we have Nikki Foxx - Career professional, fitfluencer and all around WOMAN.  Please listen in as we discuss the struggles that accompany the fitness industry, the perks of going viral on TikTok, why being lean doesn't always equate to happiness, and the issues women face.  We loved having her and hope you enjoy this episode! 

From Stuck to Strong with Catherine Pompeo

Join April and Kim as they talk with Catherine Pompeo, founder of Design Life Project discussing her 4 Pillars of Wellness: 1) Mindset, 2) Community, 3) Nutrition, and 4) Movement. Catherine is a certified personal trainer and wellness advocate. She believes there is no single disease or condition that cannot be helped by nutrition.   Teaching mindfulness, movement, macro and micro nutrition to help individuals make simple changes that over time improve their overall health is her platform....

From Stuck to Strong with Catherine Pompeo

Join April and Kim as they talk with Catherine Pompeo, founder of Design Life Project discussing her 4 Pillars of Wellness: 1) Mindset, 2) Community, 3) Nutrition, and 4) Movement. Catherine is a certified personal trainer and wellness advocate. She believes there is no single disease or condition that cannot be helped by nutrition.   Teaching mindfulness, movement, macro and micro nutrition to help individuals make simple changes that over time improve their overall health is her platform....

Break-ups, COVID, and launching a business - how to keep it together with Mary Robb

The Candid Millennial (Mary Robb) is back with us again to talk about launching and running a business, (Social Practice) during a global pandemic.  Not only did she increase profits by 250%, she did it while rebuilding her life after an unexpected break-up. Mary Robb is the epitome of how to move forward with grace when life takes an unexpected turn.   She brings an all new meaning to the word pivot.      About Mary: My first social media profile on Xanga was created when I was 12 years ol...

What 2020 taught us...and so much more!

WHHHAAATTTTT!!!!!   It's a new studio, a new sound, and a new image...couldn't be more excited to reboot these great discussions and reignite the (occasionally heated) and always dynamic conversations between Kim and April. This episode features conversations about 2020 (you know...that total dumpster fire year), politics (lightly), and where we go from here.  They're back and ready to take 2021 by storm.  Hope you'll join the ride!

Episode 97 - Divorce & Custody

In this episode April and Kimberly discuss two very serious and very real topic.  As always if you have any questions or need anything feel free to reach out at [email protected]

The house that built me

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  This episode was recorded back in January. April's grandmother had just turned 90 and being the podcaster she is - she just hit record and went!  This was a truly beautiful conversation with both her Grandmother, Josie Ann Marie Groh Libby and her Grandfather, Charles William Libby. You will hear her mom and brother Jeffery, too.  I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed making it.  Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy your family, while you still have the...

The house that built me

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  This episode was recorded back in January. April's grandmother had just turned 90 and being the podcaster she is - she just hit record and went!  This was a truly beautiful conversation with both her Grandmother, Josie Ann Marie Groh Libby and her Grandfather, Charles William Libby. You will hear her mom and brother Jeffery, too.  I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed making it.  Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy your family, while you still have the...

Episode 96 - Dr. Don Wood - Inspired Performance Institute

Dr. Don Wood developed the Inspired Performance Institute after spending years researching how trauma affects our minds and our lives. Dr. Wood began to understand that events and experiences throughout our lifetime continue to play a role in how we experience life in the present. He also realized that there was a better way of treating the issue. “Teaching people to live with, manage and cope with the daily stress doesn’t fix the problem. The solution comes from understanding it’s source an...

Episode 96 - Dr. Don Wood - Inspired Performance Institute

Dr. Don Wood developed the Inspired Performance Institute after spending years researching how trauma affects our minds and our lives. Dr. Wood began to understand that events and experiences throughout our lifetime continue to play a role in how we experience life in the present. He also realized that there was a better way of treating the issue. “Teaching people to live with, manage and cope with the daily stress doesn’t fix the problem. The solution comes from understanding it’s source an...

Episode 95 - Wally Wyatt, III - Author, Minister, Life Changer

Join April and Kim as they spend time with Wally Wyatt,  an inspirational author, minister, Evangelist, and dedicated youth volunteer.  His story of transformation and how true focus and dedication can alter the course of your life will inspire and warm your heart.    Minister Wallace E. Wyatt, III is the firstborn to Wallace Wyatt Jr. and Palarcus Standley of Orlando, FL. His early childhood was spent living and growing up with his father’s family where he learned the importance of God, Fa...

Episode 94 - Jeremy Jenson - Encore Search Partners

Join April Melton as she interviews Jeremy Jenson - the CEO and Founder of Encore Search Partners in Houston, Texas!  Jeremy actually didn't even have history in staffing - but once he found out how lucrative the industry was, he decided to become an expert!  Please join us as we talk entrepreneurship, raising kids, and how COVID-19 has effected business!  You can find Jeremy Jenson on LinkedIn and more information about Encore Search Partners at EncoreSearch.com

Episode 94 - Jeremy Jenson - Encore Search Partners

Join April Melton as she interviews Jeremy Jenson - the CEO and Founder of Encore Search Partners in Houston, Texas!  Jeremy actually didn't even have history in staffing - but once he found out how lucrative the industry was, he decided to become an expert!  Please join us as we talk entrepreneurship, raising kids, and how COVID-19 has effected business!  You can find Jeremy Jenson on LinkedIn and more information about Encore Search Partners at EncoreSearch.com

Episode 93 - The conversation continues - #BLM with Alletrice Guyton

This conversation continues! April and Kim with guest, Alletrice Guyton continue the conversation around Black Lives Matter, White Privilege, and so much more. 

Episode 92 - Health, Fitness, and Mindset with Mo Brossette

Morris “Mo” Brossette has been in the health and fitness industry for over 24 years, and is the Director of Mindset at The Adaptive Training Foundation, a Dallas based non-profit that leads disabled military veterans and civilians through a 9-week mental and physical training program called “Redefine”. Through this unique program, Mo helps these adaptive athletes overcome physical, emotional and mental pain, fear, and self-doubt.   Mo is a Keynote Speaker on Fear and an expert in human beha...

Episode 91 - Author, Public Speaker, Podcaster and Performance Coach, Jake Thompson

Jake Thompson is back with Big Girl Pants Podcast to talk about his new book Compete Every Day.   This is a performance-based, empowering book with the seven key choices that leaders make to enhance their focus and increase their levels of success. Jake Thompson is a professional speaker and the Chief Encouragement Officer at Compete Every Day, a brand he started in 2011 by first selling t-shirts out of the trunk of his car. Jake works with organizations and individuals around the country,...

Episode 90 - Career Happiness Map Coaching with CEO Carol Maloney-Scott

Join Kimberly and April as they discuss the road map to career happiness, whether you are just starting your career or trying to launch a new career mid-life, this episode is for you.   We hope you join us! Carol Maloney-Scott is the founder and CEO of Career Happiness Map Coaching, a practice dedicated to helping professional women who feel stuck in the wrong career create a path to a happier and more fulfilling work life.  Carol is also the author of the Smart Chick’s Guide to Career Hap...

Mac & Angel

Episode 89 - Happy Anniversary BGP Podcast!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!  It's been two years (4th of July, 2018) since we first launched BGP Podcast.   It's been our pride and joy, our therapy, education, and so much more.  Thanks to the listeners who've hung in there with us all this time.   We love you!

Franki Ray (THE luxury bags of 2020) with Co-founders Stacey & Sasha

Join us as we spend an hour with the FABULOUS Stacey and Sasha of Franki Ray.   If you haven't seen these luxury bags, the time is now.  They are gorgeous, leather, handcrafted unique conversation starters that every professional wanting to make a statement must carry.   Check them out at www.frankiray.com and of course - right here on Big Girl Pants Podcast!   "WE ARE NOT JUST WOMEN — WE ARE LIONS FIERCE, COURAGEOUS, AND CONFIDENT!"    - Stacey & Sasha of Franki Ray  Our beautiful friend...

Happy Father's Day - I Believe In You

Happy Father's Day to my (Kimberly) Dad.  This is our song, has been since I was 4 years old.  Love you so much!  Thanks to #turtlefrogman for helping put this together.   Thanks to the #biggirlpantspodcast followers for your patience with me using this platform for my father's day gift.    Happy Father's Day to all the Dad's out there.   

Episode 86 - #blacklivesmatter with Shemora Roberson

Join April and Kimberly as they speak with Shemora Roberson in response to the civil unrest in our communities following the murder of George Floyd.  We discuss the important issue of racism and where we go from here.   Change starts with great conversations.  Change starts when tolerance ends.  Help us stand with our friends in the black community!  #blacklivesmatter 

Episode 86 - #blacklivesmatter with Shemora Roberson

Join April and Kimberly as they speak with Shemora Roberson in response to the civil unrest in our communities following the murder of George Floyd.  We discuss the important issue of racism and where we go from here.   Change starts with great conversations.  Change starts when tolerance ends.  Help us stand with our friends in the black community!  #blacklivesmatter 

Episode 85 - COMPETE EVERYDAY - Winning in your work and life

READ THIS BOOK!  And listen to this podcast (of course).   Jake Thompson nails it with his 7 key choices competitors make in life to WIN.    I (Kimberly) read it in a day and bought a copy for my entire team.   #competeeveryday What if the key to reaching your full potential wasn't about what talents you were born with, but something more?  In this brand new book, author Jake Thompson shares the seven key choices Competitors make every day to win their career & life. About Compete Every ...

Episode 85 - COMPETE EVERYDAY - Winning in your work and life

READ THIS BOOK!  And listen to this podcast (of course).   Jake Thompson nails it with his 7 key choices competitors make in life to WIN.    I (Kimberly) read it in a day and bought a copy for my entire team.   #competeeveryday What if the key to reaching your full potential wasn't about what talents you were born with, but something more?  In this brand new book, author Jake Thompson shares the seven key choices Competitors make every day to win their career & life. About Compete Every ...

Episode 84 - Big Girl Pants Podcast - Reunited (And it feels so good)!

April and Kim discuss how selling has changed during COVID-19, the COVID 20, working remotely, and more.

Episode 83 - "Let's Talk Toxins" with Jana Madsen

Join Kimberly and April as they talk about what's in our beauty and household products.  Do you even know?  Check out this episode.   Jana Madson - BIO Hi. 👋 I'm Jana Madsen. Did you know that in the United States, 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men will develop cancer in their lifetime? Scary, right?!? I'm the ONE in "1 in 2 women." At age 36, I was diagnosed with breast cancer, and 6 months later, thyroid cancer. Talk about a 1-2 punch! 🥊With no family history and no DNA anomalies, I've spent t...

Episode 83 - "Let's Talk Toxins" with Jana Madson

Join Kimberly and April as they talk about what's in our beauty and household products.  Do you even know?  Check out this episode.   Jana Madson - BIO Hi. 👋 I'm Jana Madsen. Did you know that in the United States, 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men will develop cancer in their lifetime? Scary, right?!? I'm the ONE in "1 in 2 women." At age 36, I was diagnosed with breast cancer, and 6 months later, thyroid cancer. Talk about a 1-2 punch! 🥊With no family history and no DNA anomalies, I've spent t...

Episode 82 - Christiana Yebra, CEO of Vouch App!

Join Kimberly and April as they talk to Christiana Yebra, CEO of Vouch App - a dating app where you can have your friends and family "vouch" for you!  Christiana Yebra is the CEO of Vouch, a Dallas-grown dating app and owner of Currently Events, a photo booth technology company. After graduating from the University of North Texas with a degree in biology, she helped to launch and sell Texas’ first on-demand urgent care app. Christiana would go on to join a California-based med tech startup ...

Episode 82 - Christiana Yebra, CEO of Vouch App!

Join Kimberly and April as they talk to Christiana Yebra, CEO of Vouch App - a dating app where you can have your friends and family "vouch" for you!  Christiana Yebra is the CEO of Vouch, a Dallas-grown dating app and owner of Currently Events, a photo booth technology company. After graduating from the University of North Texas with a degree in biology, she helped to launch and sell Texas’ first on-demand urgent care app. Christiana would go on to join a California-based med tech startup ...