Be Powerful with Liz & Lee
211 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -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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30. Artist Stephen Wilson
February 02, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 117 MBOn his website below one of our favorite pieces by Stephen Wilson are the words "shine a light when it's gray out," and that's just what it felt like speaking with him about life and art on a gray Sunday afternoon. Stephen is an extraordinary artist well known for his luxury upcycled embroidered pieces that push typical boundaries. Listen for the art and inspiration, stay for the incredible business savvy and no-nonsense take on growth and sustainability. Find out more about Stephen Wilson...
Be the Light
January 28, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 71.1 MBAfter a whirlwind start to January, it's time to love yourself, and we're going to help you stay accountable for your health and wellbeing. We're discussing everything from life to death to the power of purple and how Pilates isn't just for the ladies! Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe, share, rate and review. Our friends at Green Brothers Juice are offering our listeners 15% off all smoothie bags at greenbrothersjuice.com with code HSMPOD! GBJ Co. started out of pure...
29. Be the Light
January 28, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 71.1 MBAfter a whirlwind start to January, it's time to love yourself, and we're going to help you stay accountable for your health and wellbeing. We're discussing everything from life to death to the power of purple and how Pilates isn't just for the ladies! Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe, share, rate and review. Our friends at Green Brothers Juice are offering our listeners 15% off all smoothie bags at greenbrothersjuice.com with code HSMPOD! GBJ Co. started out of pure...
Does This Mean We're Engaged?
January 12, 2021 15:04 - 34 minutes - 81.5 MBYes, we do have some happy news to share and boy do we need it! Let’s be real, this past week has been one for the books, literally. The recent events we’ve experienced in this country have us reeling, and we are breaking it down to try to make sense of the insanity and move forward with compassion. In the meantime, we’re planning the perfect dinner party and hope our guests accept their invitations!
28. Does This Mean We're Engaged?
January 12, 2021 15:04 - 34 minutes - 81.5 MBYes, we do have some happy news to share and boy do we need it! Let’s be real, this past week has been one for the books, literally. The recent events we’ve experienced in this country have us reeling, and we are breaking it down to try to make sense of the insanity and move forward with compassion. In the meantime, we’re planning the perfect dinner party and hope our guests accept their invitations!
Stephanie and Josh Norris of Green Brothers Juice
January 05, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 118 MBToday, we're pleased to interview our friends and local business owners Stephanie and Josh Norris of Green Brothers Juice! If you're a local Charlottean, then you are likely a member of the GBJ cult following and enjoy their smoothies and products and have probably participated in a Hilliard Studio Method x Green Brothers Reboot. And, if you've heard Liz profess her love for Passion Potion, yes, that's a Green Brothers Juice innovation as well! Stephanie and Josh are an energetic and passio...
27. Stephanie and Josh Norris of Green Brothers Juice
January 05, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 118 MBToday, we're pleased to interview our friends and local business owners Stephanie and Josh Norris of Green Brothers Juice! If you're a local Charlottean, then you are likely a member of the GBJ cult following and enjoy their smoothies and products and have probably participated in a Hilliard Studio Method x Green Brothers Reboot. And, if you've heard Liz profess her love for Passion Potion, yes, that's a Green Brothers Juice innovation as well! Stephanie and Josh are an energetic and passio...
26. Author and Chef Serena Wolf
December 22, 2020 09:00 - 56 minutes - 133 MBLiz and Lee sat down and chatted via zoom with Serena Wolf for this next interview episode. Serena is a refreshingly real chef, author, instagrammer, podcast co-host and all around domestic guide extraordinaire. Serena's witty flair for story-telling and writing has garnered her quite the cult following around her wildly popular cookbooks The Dude Diet, The Dude Diet Dinnertime, and her new-to-2020 virtual cooking classes. In this episode, you'll hear the story of how she got here with her...
Author and Chef Serena Wolf
December 22, 2020 09:00 - 56 minutes - 133 MBLiz and Lee sat down and chatted via zoom with Serena Wolf for this next interview episode. Serena is a refreshingly real chef, author, instagrammer, podcast co-host and all around domestic guide extraordinaire. Serena's witty flair for story-telling and writing has garnered her quite the cult following around her wildly popular cookbooks The Dude Diet, The Dude Diet Dinnertime, and her new-to-2020 virtual cooking classes. In this episode, you'll hear the story of how she got here with her...
Oh, and One More Thing
December 15, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 67.5 MBIn an epilogue to their previous podcast mini series, Liz and Lee share a final reflection and deep dive into what it means to them to be truly authentic. On a dark and cozy candlelit night they empower you to be your own light and find your inner voice.
25. Oh, and One More Thing
December 15, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 67.5 MBIn an epilogue to their previous podcast mini series, Liz and Lee share a final reflection and deep dive into what it means to them to be truly authentic. On a dark and cozy candlelit night they empower you to be your own light and find your inner voice.
24. About Lee and Liz
December 08, 2020 09:00 - 48 minutes - 113 MBYou don't want to miss this! We are back together on the mic completing the final episode of our three part series in the telling of our individual stories, how we came to be, and where we are in our relationship. We are excited about the adventures ahead! Thanks for listening! Enjoy and please share subscribe, rate and review!
About Lee and Liz
December 08, 2020 09:00 - 48 minutes - 113 MBYou don't want to miss this! We are back together on the mic completing the final episode of our three part series in the telling of our individual stories, how we came to be, and where we are in our relationship. We are excited about the adventures ahead! Thanks for listening! Enjoy and please share subscribe, rate and review!
About Lee Kennelly
December 01, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 87.8 MBIf you ever want to get free therapy, start your own podcast and do a three part series on how you got to where you are today! Thank you, Liz, for holding my (Hilliard Studio Method Director of Training Lee Kennelly) hand and helping me tell my story. I hope this podcast episode shines some light on what brings you great joy and peace, that you quit feeling stuck and feel more free, and finally, that the approval you seek is that of your own.
23. About Lee Kennelly
December 01, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 87.8 MBIf you ever want to get free therapy, start your own podcast and do a three part series on how you got to where you are today! Thank you, Liz, for holding my (Hilliard Studio Method Director of Training Lee Kennelly) hand and helping me tell my story. I hope this podcast episode shines some light on what brings you great joy and peace, that you quit feeling stuck and feel more free, and finally, that the approval you seek is that of your own.
About Liz Hilliard
November 24, 2020 09:00 - 48 minutes - 113 MBIn today's episode of Hilliard Studio Podcast, I (HSM Founder and Owner Liz Hilliard) will be telling my personal story because I feel our stories as women are important. I hope you’ll listen, reflect and if need be write or say your own story. We all have one and in the telling of our story we find our truth, our voice and our power. This is the first in a three part series where Lee and I share our stories culminating in the story of us together. I hope you’ll subscribe, rate and r...
22. About Liz Hilliard
November 24, 2020 09:00 - 48 minutes - 113 MBIn today's episode of Hilliard Studio Podcast, I (HSM Founder and Owner Liz Hilliard) will be telling my personal story because I feel our stories as women are important. I hope you’ll listen, reflect and if need be write or say your own story. We all have one and in the telling of our story we find our truth, our voice and our power. This is the first in a three part series where Lee and I share our stories culminating in the story of us together. I hope you’ll subscribe, rate and r...
Unity
October 15, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 146 MBThese days that word feels pretty elusive. In today's podcast episode, Liz and Lee sit down with Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell of Myers Park Baptist Church to explore how we can find unity and common ground in an environment rife with divisiveness and mistrust. Leading from the cornerstones of Community, Inclusivity, Spirituality and Justice, Ben shares how the basic roots of our humanity unite us. Regardless of race, identity, religion or politics, the journey to harmony is one we can all get behind.
21. Unity
October 15, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 146 MBThese days that word feels pretty elusive. In today's podcast episode, Liz and Lee sit down with Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell of Myers Park Baptist Church to explore how we can find unity and common ground in an environment rife with divisiveness and mistrust. Leading from the cornerstones of Community, Inclusivity, Spirituality and Justice, Ben shares how the basic roots of our humanity unite us. Regardless of race, identity, religion or politics, the journey to harmony is one we can all get behind.
20. Compassion, Passion and Power
September 30, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 70 MBLiz and Lee are back on the mics after a busy month in the studio. They're diving into compassion and their passions and all the positive energy at Hilliard Studio Method. Liz is excited about her favorite holiday of the year coming soon, and Liz and Lee are both feeling the creative juices flowing for what's in store beyond. Book your next HSM class today at hilliardstudiomethod.com.
Compassion, Passion and Power
September 30, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 70 MBLiz and Lee are back on the mics after a busy month in the studio. They're diving into compassion and their passions and all the positive energy at Hilliard Studio Method. Liz is excited about her favorite holiday of the year coming soon, and Liz and Lee are both feeling the creative juices flowing for what's in store beyond. Book your next HSM class today at hilliardstudiomethod.com.
Full Circle
September 06, 2020 14:12 - 27 minutes - 64.3 MBPhase 2.5 has finally arrived! That means Hilliard Studio Method can now open for inside classes and Liz and Lee are reflecting on the journey of the past six months. Despite the challenges, they have a lot to celebrate and are grateful for you and the chance to get creative once again to now provide four ways to workout. Get ready for a humorous quiz round on what Liz and Lee are most excited for next and be empowered with Liz's takeaway of what defines success. Sign up for your next i...
19. Full Circle
September 06, 2020 14:12 - 27 minutes - 64.3 MBPhase 2.5 has finally arrived! That means Hilliard Studio Method can now open for inside classes and Liz and Lee are reflecting on the journey of the past six months. Despite the challenges, they have a lot to celebrate and are grateful for you and the chance to get creative once again to now provide four ways to workout. Get ready for a humorous quiz round on what Liz and Lee are most excited for next and be empowered with Liz's takeaway of what defines success. Sign up for your next i...
Podcast Under the Stars
August 20, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 80.7 MBRefreshed and rejuvenated, Liz and Lee talk gratitude for their mountain getaway and how to carry that back into daily life. Speaking of daily life, it's that time of year again... back to school! While that looks a little different, the Hilliard Studio Method "Sorta Back to School Special" is back with 10% off all class packages with code 2020 at checkout. No matter what school, work and life looks like for you and your family, the girls are dropping helpful, healthy tips for making sma...
18. Podcast Under the Stars
August 20, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 80.7 MBRefreshed and rejuvenated, Liz and Lee talk gratitude for their mountain getaway and how to carry that back into daily life. Speaking of daily life, it's that time of year again... back to school! While that looks a little different, the Hilliard Studio Method "Sorta Back to School Special" is back with 10% off all class packages with code 2020 at checkout. No matter what school, work and life looks like for you and your family, the girls are dropping helpful, healthy tips for making sma...
17. The Wall
August 07, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 73.8 MBLet's get real. Liz and Lee have hit the wall, and they know they aren't the only ones! We can all relate to coming up to and or slamming into a mental, physical, or emotional wall at some point and especially in the last days or weeks. Liz and Lee realize it's time to take their own advice and take a moment to refresh and refuel and encourage you to listen to your body in ways you never have before and realize there is opportunity and hope in every obstacle.
The Wall
August 07, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 73.8 MBLet's get real. Liz and Lee have hit the wall, and they know they aren't the only ones! We can all relate to coming up to and or slamming into a mental, physical, or emotional wall at some point and especially in the last days or weeks. Liz and Lee realize it's time to take their own advice and take a moment to refresh and refuel and encourage you to listen to your body in ways you never have before and realize there is opportunity and hope in every obstacle.
Navigating Back to School in 2020 Part Two: Community Consciousness and Education During a Pandemic
July 30, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 199 MBLiz and Lee present two inspiring and powerful interviews in the second episode of our Back to School series. They sit down with Molly Shaw and Christopher Capel of Communities in Schools and discuss how they are helping students and families most impacted by the coronavirus crisis. In their conversation with Ginger McAdams, a first grade teacher at Charlotte Latin School, Liz and Lee learn the power of resilience, silence and community. Ginger shares a realistic approach to heading b...
16. Navigating Back to School in 2020 Part Two: Community Consciousness and Education During a Pandemic
July 30, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 199 MBLiz and Lee present two inspiring and powerful interviews in the second episode of our Back to School series. They sit down with Molly Shaw and Christopher Capel of Communities in Schools and discuss how they are helping students and families most impacted by the coronavirus crisis. In their conversation with Ginger McAdams, a first grade teacher at Charlotte Latin School, Liz and Lee learn the power of resilience, silence and community. Ginger shares a realistic approach to heading b...
15. Navigating Back to School in 2020 with Mark Reed
July 23, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 44.1 MBGoing back to school in the fall should be a fun and exciting time for children, but with COVID-19 and required changes to help keep everyone safe, parents are left scrambling for answers. Liz and Lee sat down with Head of Charlotte Country Day School Mark Reed to ask some of your biggest back to school questions.
Navigating Back to School in 2020 with Mark Reed
July 23, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 44.1 MBGoing back to school in the fall should be a fun and exciting time for children, but with COVID-19 and required changes to help keep everyone safe, parents are left scrambling for answers. Liz and Lee sat down with Head of Charlotte Country Day School Mark Reed to ask some of your biggest back to school questions.
James Nestor and How to Breathe
July 05, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 152 MBOn today’s episode of Hilliard Studio Podcast, Liz and Lee talk to author James Nestor about his new book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, which was published in May 2020 through Riverhead/Penguin Random House. James talks to Liz and Lee about the science behind breathing and how to control it. Learn more about James at mrjamesnestor.com.
14. James Nestor and How to Breathe
July 05, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 152 MBOn today’s episode of Hilliard Studio Podcast, Liz and Lee talk to author James Nestor about his new book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, which was published in May 2020 through Riverhead/Penguin Random House. James talks to Liz and Lee about the science behind breathing and how to control it. Learn more about James at mrjamesnestor.com.
TikTok, Tazorac and the Mandela Effect
June 25, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 72.2 MBHilliard Studio Method is finally on Tik Tok and Liz and Lee are trying to figure out what it’s all about! They discuss what’s in store for the studio as Phase Three approaches, how Corona Fatigue is getting real, Liz’s skincare secret weapon, and when a fact is, in fact, not a fact.
13. TikTok, Tazorac and the Mandela Effect
June 25, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 72.2 MBHilliard Studio Method is finally on Tik Tok and Liz and Lee are trying to figure out what it’s all about! They discuss what’s in store for the studio as Phase Three approaches, how Corona Fatigue is getting real, Liz’s skincare secret weapon, and when a fact is, in fact, not a fact.
Lee and Liz's Value of Sports
June 16, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 52 MBLiz and Lee take a romp through childhood sports, play and expectations in the light of postponed sports during Covid 19 and how movement, play and team sports shaped who they are today. Remember to sign up for streaming workout classes via Zoom at hilliardstudiomethod.com.
12. Lee and Liz's Value of Sports
June 16, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 52 MBLiz and Lee take a romp through childhood sports, play and expectations in the light of postponed sports during Covid 19 and how movement, play and team sports shaped who they are today. Remember to sign up for streaming workout classes via Zoom at hilliardstudiomethod.com.
Compassion, Mindfulness and Resilience in a Time of Uncertainty
June 04, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBLiz and Lee welcome Rebecca Fallon MS, MHWC, a psychologist and Director of Wellness Services at Sotile Center for Resilience. Their conversation explores meditation, mindfulness, compassion and guilt and how we can be more fully present especially in uncertain times. With a physical and mental practice of forgiving our selves for self-criticism, we can approach life with a greater sense of awareness and compassion for our family, friends and the broader world around us. Visit Sotile Cente...
11. Compassion, Mindfulness and Resilience in a Time of Uncertainty
June 04, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBLiz and Lee welcome Rebecca Fallon MS, MHWC, a psychologist and Director of Wellness Services at Sotile Center for Resilience. Their conversation explores meditation, mindfulness, compassion and guilt and how we can be more fully present especially in uncertain times. With a physical and mental practice of forgiving our selves for self-criticism, we can approach life with a greater sense of awareness and compassion for our family, friends and the broader world around us. Visit Sotile Cente...
10. Phase Two HSM Updates, Art & Creativity, Plus a Five Minute Lunge Workout
May 27, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 71.9 MBPhase Two Pivot, Keep on Dancing! As North Carolina moves into Phase Two of the reopening process, Liz Hilliard and Lee Kennelly give you the latest update on Hilliard Studio Method, including when in-person classes might resume (and where!) and how you can stream workouts online in the meantime. Plus, Lee and Liz talk about how the arts and creativity have helped them adjust during quarantine. Finally, get up out of your seat as Lee and Liz lead you through a quick and refreshing five min...
Phase Two HSM Updates, Art & Creativity, Plus a Five Minute Lunge Workout
May 27, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 71.9 MBPhase Two Pivot, Keep on Dancing! As North Carolina moves into Phase Two of the reopening process, Liz Hilliard and Lee Kennelly give you the latest update on Hilliard Studio Method, including when in-person classes might resume (and where!) and how you can stream workouts online in the meantime. Plus, Lee and Liz talk about how the arts and creativity have helped them adjust during quarantine. Finally, get up out of your seat as Lee and Liz lead you through a quick and refreshing five min...
9. Real and Unreal in the Age of Corona + Birthday Love
May 20, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 85.9 MBThis week Liz and Lee talk candidly about what resonates as real and what doesn’t in the midst of our continued uncertainty during this time of quarantine. They chat relationships and how they are navigating the fear of the unknown and how mindfulness will play a role in our new normal. They cap it off with a celebration of birthdays and life. Sign up for live streaming HSM classes at hilliardstudiomethod.com
Real and Unreal in the Age of Corona + Birthday Love
May 20, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 85.9 MBThis week Liz and Lee talk candidly about what resonates as real and what doesn’t in the midst of our continued uncertainty during this time of quarantine. They chat relationships and how they are navigating the fear of the unknown and how mindfulness will play a role in our new normal. They cap it off with a celebration of birthdays and life. Sign up for live streaming HSM classes at hilliardstudiomethod.com
8. Reopening the Studio, Plus Race, Religion and Disney
May 11, 2020 18:43 - 34 minutes - 80.9 MBWith the first steps towards reopening business around Charlotte upon us, Liz and Lee give you the information that you need to know right now about the plans for HSM. Spoiler alert: you can now enter the store for retail sales, and if all goes well, we'll resume limited in-person classes May 22. Tune in now to get the details! Stick around for some deep conversations after that. Lee and Liz speak about Ahmaud Arbery, the role of religion in their lives, and what we can learn from Disney c...
Reopening the Studio, Plus Race, Religion and Disney
May 11, 2020 18:43 - 34 minutes - 80.9 MBWith the first steps towards reopening business around Charlotte upon us, Liz and Lee give you the information that you need to know right now about the plans for HSM. Spoiler alert: you can now enter the store for retail sales, and if all goes well, we'll resume limited in-person classes May 22. Tune in now to get the details! Stick around for some deep conversations after that. Lee and Liz speak about Ahmaud Arbery, the role of religion in their lives, and what we can learn from Disney c...
Madison Kennedy Talks Olympics, Body Image and Training During Quarantine
May 04, 2020 11:51 - 47 minutes - 111 MBToday, Lee and Liz sit down with Madison Kennedy, one of Hilliard Studio Method's trainers, and swimmer for the USA National team. A professional swimmer for more than a decade, you can catch Madison at your next HSM class leading the workout. In this episode, Madison talks about her career as a swimmer, her experience at the Olympics, body image issues, and the five things *she's* been enjoying about quarantine. Make sure to visit hilliardstudiomethod.com to take 10% off your retail or...
7. Madison Kennedy Talks Olympics, Body Image and Training During Quarantine
May 04, 2020 11:51 - 47 minutes - 111 MBToday, Lee and Liz sit down with Madison Kennedy, one of Hilliard Studio Method's trainers, and swimmer for the USA National team. A professional swimmer for more than a decade, you can catch Madison at your next HSM class leading the workout. In this episode, Madison talks about her career as a swimmer, her experience at the Olympics, body image issues, and the five things *she's* been enjoying about quarantine. Make sure to visit hilliardstudiomethod.com to take 10% off your retail or...
Body Consciousness and Five Things We Like About Quarantine
April 27, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 58.2 MBIf you've been to a Hilliard Studio Method class before, you know that it's not something you ease into. In fact, there is no beginner or introductory course (Liz explains why in this episode). Everyone who steps into HSM, or has streamed one of our online streaming classes, feels a decent amount of burn at some point. If you've been on your third set of wall squats and you are wondering why you would ever do these things to yourself, today's episode is for you. Liz and Lee talk about body...
6. Body Consciousness and Five Things We Like About Quarantine
April 27, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 58.2 MBIf you've been to a Hilliard Studio Method class before, you know that it's not something you ease into. In fact, there is no beginner or introductory course (Liz explains why in this episode). Everyone who steps into HSM, or has streamed one of our online streaming classes, feels a decent amount of burn at some point. If you've been on your third set of wall squats and you are wondering why you would ever do these things to yourself, today's episode is for you. Liz and Lee talk about body...
Page and Jake Fehling
April 20, 2020 08:00 - 50 minutes - 119 MBLong-time friends of Hilliard Studio Method Page and Jake Fehling join Lee and Liz in today's episode of the podcast. For those of you familiar with HSM, you probably know Jake and Page from being one of the most engaging couples in the city. From anchoring one of Charlotte's top news stations to leading marketing for a mortgage company to hosting their own podcast, the Fehling's are not shy people. Today's episode lets you sit in on a conversation with Jake and Page as they talk about how...