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In My Non-Expert Opinion

328 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 151 ratings

Life conversations from a woman going through the same s*** as you. Tune in for weekly episodes around mindset, money, entrepreneurship, travel, podcasting, and lifestyle, all through a filter of transparency and context.

Get ready to think, laugh, ponder, or nod in agreement as you tune into Chelsea's (mostly) non-expert opinions.
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Episodes

Writing + Storytelling with Patty Lamberti

March 21, 2018 04:06 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Chelsea sits down with Patty Lamberti, a journalist and grad school professor, with a colorful writing background...Playboy, NY Post, Maxim & Chicago Tribune to name a few... They chat through topics like moving from print magazines to digital, figuring out your niche, why grad school isn't always the answer, and some hilarious stories throughout Patty's career (check out her writing samples!)  Get in touch with Patty for any advice or questions at [email protected] Connect with...

Ep. 14 - Writing + Storytelling with Patty Lamberti

March 21, 2018 04:06 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Chelsea sits down with Patty Lamberti, a journalist and grad school professor, with a colorful writing background...Playboy, NY Post, Maxim & Chicago Tribune to name a few... They chat through topics like moving from print magazines to digital, figuring out your niche, why grad school isn't always the answer, and some hilarious stories throughout Patty's career (check out her writing samples!)  Get in touch with Patty for any advice or questions at [email protected] Connect with...

Ep. 13 - Side Hustles with Natalie Craig

March 14, 2018 04:40 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

Some people wonder what it'd be like to have more than one "regular" or "steady" job. Two jobs?! Questions and concerns pop up like "Where do you find the time?" or "How do you manage it, and make it grow?" to "I'm so busy - I can't even think about adding something to my plate". Today, Chelsea sits down with Natalie Craig, who has had a side hustle for 4+ years, to answer some of these questions. We also address letting go of judgement, overcoming obstacles, and not allowing yourself to get...

Side Hustles with Natalie Craig

March 14, 2018 04:40 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

Some people wonder what it'd be like to have more than one "regular" or "steady" job. Two jobs?! Questions and concerns pop up like "Where do you find the time?" or "How do you manage it, and make it grow?" to "I'm so busy - I can't even think about adding something to my plate". Today, Chelsea sits down with Natalie Craig, who has had a side hustle for 4+ years, to answer some of these questions. We also address letting go of judgement, overcoming obstacles, and not allowing yourself to get...

Ep. 12 - Memes + Influencer Marketing with Big Kid Problems' Sarah Merrill

March 06, 2018 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

Big kid problems....we all have them. But Sarah Merrill has turned her life experiences and daily observations into a major social media account and full-time job @bigkidproblems! Today, we dive into how BKP came to be, what challenges she faces around creating content, being an influencer in the meme world, keeping her creative wheels spinning, and copycat accounts, to the perks of being a social media star (free sh** and being on The Steve Harvey Show?!) After all, we can all relate to her...

Memes + Influencer Marketing with Big Kid Problems' Sarah Merrill

March 06, 2018 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

Big kid problems....we all have them. But Sarah Merrill has turned her life experiences and daily observations into a major social media account and full-time job @bigkidproblems! Today, we dive into how BKP came to be, what challenges she faces around creating content, being an influencer in the meme world, keeping her creative wheels spinning, and copycat accounts, to the perks of being a social media star (free sh** and being on The Steve Harvey Show?!) After all, we can all relate to her...

Travel Tips Part 2!

March 02, 2018 19:23 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MB

Chelsea has a follow-up episode from her Travel Tips solo podcast (Episode 7), so get your notepads out to jot some things down for your next trip! She discusses issues like carrying cash or bringing a card, if it's really safe to use public transit, planning out your trip, and adapting to different cultures. Any other questions or thoughts on travel tips? Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe). Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Sites discussed on this epi...

Ep. 11 - Travel Tips Part 2!

March 02, 2018 19:23 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MB

Chelsea has a follow-up episode from her Travel Tips solo podcast (Episode 7), so get your notepads out to jot some things down for your next trip! She discusses issues like carrying cash or bringing a card, if it's really safe to use public transit, planning out your trip, and adapting to different cultures. Any other questions or thoughts on travel tips? Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe). Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Sites discussed on this epi...

Microblading + Lashes with Brittney Gattuso

February 20, 2018 14:00 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MB

Have thin eyebrows from the 90's over-tweezing phase? Or want a thicker and fuller shape? You might be a perfect candidate for microblading! And ever wonder how people have beautiful lashes that aren't the fake ones that you glue on from the drugstore? Well...they might be lash extensions or a lash lift! Learn all about the world of eyebrows and lashes with Brittney Gattuso from Beauté Nouveau. - Connect with Brittney: Beauté Nouveau on Facebook, @beaute_nouveau on Instagram, or email her ...

Ep. 10 - Microblading + Lashes with Brittney Gattuso

February 20, 2018 14:00 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MB

Have thin eyebrows from the 90's over-tweezing phase? Or want a thicker and fuller shape? You might be a perfect candidate for microblading! And ever wonder how people have beautiful lashes that aren't the fake ones that you glue on from the drugstore? Well...they might be lash extensions or a lash lift! Learn all about the world of eyebrows and lashes with Brittney Gattuso from Beauté Nouveau. - Connect with Brittney: Beauté Nouveau on Facebook, @beaute_nouveau on Instagram, or email her ...

Injections & Fillers with Michelle Shetty

January 23, 2018 20:25 - 1 hour - 48 MB

Botox, lip fillers, and Kybella - oh my! Chelsea discusses all things facial fillers with Michelle Shetty of SpaDerma in Chicago. Do people still come in asking for Kylie Jenner lips? Why is Botox so taboo? How much is too much? Find out on today’s episode! - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe) - Connect with Michelle by calling SpaDerma, and follow her on Instagram (Ellison_Esthetics).

Ep. 9 - Injections & Fillers with Michelle Shetty

January 23, 2018 20:25 - 1 hour - 48 MB

Botox, lip fillers, and Kybella - oh my! Chelsea discusses all things facial fillers with Michelle Shetty of SpaDerma in Chicago. Do people still come in asking for Kylie Jenner lips? Why is Botox so taboo? How much is too much? Find out on today’s episode! - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe) - Connect with Michelle by calling SpaDerma, and follow her on Instagram (Ellison_Esthetics). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/in-my-...

Ep. 8 - Cryotherapy with Gabriela Galivan

January 15, 2018 13:50 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Today, we talk about voluntarily stepping into a freezing cold chamber for extreme health benefits. And no, it's not torture, it's cryotherapy! Gabriela Galivan from Advanced Cryotherapy & Fitness explains what cryotherapy is, what it can do for you, and why stepping out into cold weather isn't the same thing as a cryotherapy session.   - Connect with Advanced Cryotherapy & Fitness at @advancedcryofitness and www.advancedcryotherapyfitness.com.   - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram &...

Cryotherapy with Gabriela Galivan

January 15, 2018 13:50 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Today, we talk about voluntarily stepping into a freezing cold chamber for extreme health benefits. And no, it's not torture, it's cryotherapy! Gabriela Galivan from Advanced Cryotherapy & Fitness explains what cryotherapy is, what it can do for you, and why stepping out into cold weather isn't the same thing as a cryotherapy session.   - Connect with Advanced Cryotherapy & Fitness at @advancedcryofitness and www.advancedcryotherapyfitness.com.   - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram &...

Travel Tips with Chelsea!

January 05, 2018 21:44 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

Today, Chelsea sits down with....herself! She shares tips around something she loves to do: travel. From finding flights, to using credit card miles to get overseas, to decide on solo or group travel, Chelsea shares some insight from her personal experience. Bon voyage, listeners!   Apps + websites discussed on this episode: - SkyScanner (flight comparison site) - Kayak (flight/rental car/hotel comparison site) - Google Flights (flight comparison site) - Hotwire.com (cheap travel ...

Ep. 7 - Travel Tips with Chelsea!

January 05, 2018 21:44 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

Today, Chelsea sits down with....herself! She shares tips around something she loves to do: travel. From finding flights, to using credit card miles to get overseas, to decide on solo or group travel, Chelsea shares some insight from her personal experience. Bon voyage, listeners!   Apps + websites discussed on this episode: - SkyScanner (flight comparison site) - Kayak (flight/rental car/hotel comparison site) - Google Flights (flight comparison site) - Hotwire.com (cheap travel ...

Ep. 6 - Meditation with Chill Chicago's Claire Mark

December 13, 2017 21:59 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

”Chill out” is what Chill Chicago was basically built around. They’ve created a zen space for members to meditate, practice yoga, or receive massages - activities that embody “being chill”. Chelsea sits down with a Claire Mark from Chill to discuss meditation specifically. Think you’re doing it wrong? Don’t understand it or what it can do for you? Too busy? This podcast is for you!    Learn more about Chill Chicago and all they offer at chillchicago.com, and follow them on Instagram (@ch...

Meditation with Chill Chicago's Claire Mark

December 13, 2017 21:59 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

”Chill out” is what Chill Chicago was basically built around. They’ve created a zen space for members to meditate, practice yoga, or receive massages - activities that embody “being chill”. Chelsea sits down with a Claire Mark from Chill to discuss meditation specifically. Think you’re doing it wrong? Don’t understand it or what it can do for you? Too busy? This podcast is for you!    Learn more about Chill Chicago and all they offer at chillchicago.com, and follow them on Instagram (@ch...

Financial Planning with Lauren Engelking

December 07, 2017 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

401k, Roth IRA, student loans, savings, credit card debt....what does it all mean and how do you start planning for your financial future? It can be a scary topic, but Chelsea sits down with Lauren Engelking, a financial advisor, to break down the basics so you can build out a solid savings plan, stop being afraid to check your bank account, or receiving overdraft/low balance alerts (like Chelsea gets often!) - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe) - Connect with La...

Ep. 5 - Financial Planning with Lauren Engelking

December 07, 2017 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

401k, Roth IRA, student loans, savings, credit card debt....what does it all mean and how do you start planning for your financial future? It can be a scary topic, but Chelsea sits down with Lauren Engelking, a financial advisor, to break down the basics so you can build out a solid savings plan, stop being afraid to check your bank account, or receiving overdraft/low balance alerts (like Chelsea gets often!) - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe) - Connect with La...

Ep. 4 - Reiki with Tiffany Ketchmark

November 30, 2017 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

Chelsea sits down with Reiki practitioner Tiffany Ketchmark to discuss the practice of healing with energy. Think about when you're anxious, you can get knots in your stomach. Or when you're sad, you cry. When someone you have a crush on texts you, you grin. These are emotional, energetic feelings that prompt physical responses. Reiki uses energy healing to not only work through physical, mental and emotional pain, but ensures your positive vibes are kept up as well. Keep your vibrations hig...

Reiki with Tiffany Ketchmark

November 30, 2017 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

Chelsea sits down with Reiki practitioner Tiffany Ketchmark to discuss the practice of healing with energy. Think about when you're anxious, you can get knots in your stomach. Or when you're sad, you cry. When someone you have a crush on texts you, you grin. These are emotional, energetic feelings that prompt physical responses. Reiki uses energy healing to not only work through physical, mental and emotional pain, but ensures your positive vibes are kept up as well. Keep your vibrations hig...

Dana Sowa: Psychic Medium + Tarot Card Reader

November 21, 2017 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Spirits, angels, guides...these are all part of Dana Sowa's everyday life. Today, Chelsea sits down with the psychic medium and tarot card reader to discover what it means to be a psychic medium, growing up as an indigo child, reading tarot cards, and the purpose of it all. Dana also shares some amazing stories from different readings she's given.   - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe)   - To connect with Dana, email her at [email protected], or give her a ...

Ep. 3 - Dana Sowa: Psychic Medium + Tarot Card Reader

November 21, 2017 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Spirits, angels, guides...these are all part of Dana Sowa's everyday life. Today, Chelsea sits down with the psychic medium and tarot card reader to discover what it means to be a psychic medium, growing up as an indigo child, reading tarot cards, and the purpose of it all. Dana also shares some amazing stories from different readings she's given.   - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe)   - To connect with Dana, email her at [email protected], or give her a ...

Ep. 2 - Christina's Colonics

November 14, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

In today's episode, we're talking sh**... literally. Chelsea interviews Christina LaMacchia of Christina's Colonics to discuss colonics, digestive health, where the term "trusting your gut" comes from, and....cricket protein powder?    - Find more info on Christina here   - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/in-my-non-expert-opinion/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify...

Christina's Colonics

November 14, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

In today's episode, we're talking sh**... literally. Chelsea interviews Christina LaMacchia of Christina's Colonics to discuss colonics, digestive health, where the term "trusting your gut" comes from, and....cricket protein powder?    - Find more info on Christina at christinascolonics.com   - Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe)

Ep. 1 - Reaves Chiropractic

November 08, 2017 03:12 - 1 hour - 50.3 MB

Ever wondered why your back "cracks"? What is a "knot", and why do we get them? Why is spinal health so important, outside of being able to do the worm? In today's episode, Chelsea interviews chiropractor Dr. Reaves and clinical massage therapist Emma Bush.   Find more info on Reaves Chiropractic.   Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/in-my-non-expert-opinion/message Support this podcast: ...

Reaves Chiropractic

November 08, 2017 03:12 - 1 hour - 50.3 MB

Ever wondered why your back "cracks"? What is a "knot", and why do we get them? Why is spinal health so important, outside of being able to do the worm? In today's episode, Chelsea interviews chiropractor Dr. Reaves and clinical massage therapist Emma Bush.   Find more info on Reaves Chiropractic at www.reaveschiro.com.   Connect with Chelsea on Instagram & Twitter (@chelseariffe)

Guests

Jared Freid
2 Episodes
Meagan Grainger
2 Episodes
Nicole Lapin
2 Episodes
Paul Fishman
1 Episode

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