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Thirty Flirty & Surviving

91 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

Tracy covers entering your thirties and embracing still not having your sh*t together. Listen to her hilarious stories and insightful advice every week on how to live a happy and fulfilling life in your 30’s and how to navigate the good, the bad, and the ugly of their third decade.

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Episode 38 - Mrs. CEO with Molly J Curley

June 06, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MB

She models, she’s a photographer, she recently became a wifey, and on top of all that - she’s CEO. Molly Curley, founder of Molly J the Label, is the woman of the hour this week. Hear her describe her journey to creating a successful and inclusive swimwear brand, plus how she’s expanding from eComm to TWO pop up locations this summer!

Episode 37 - Do Friendships Make the Best Relationships?

May 30, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 67.3 MB

We’ve heard it time and time again that the best relationships can stem from friendships, but is that really true? Tracy and Hurley talk through whether or not they think it’s possible for guys and girls to be besties and if why that could lead to a long lasting romance. Disclaimer: Hurley was not harassed in the making of this episode.

Episode 36 - Do Friendships Make the Best Relationships?

May 30, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 67.3 MB

We’ve heard it time and time again that the best relationships can stem from friendships, but is that really true? Tracy and Hurley talk through whether or not they think it’s possible for guys and girls to be besties and if why that could lead to a long lasting romance. Disclaimer: Hurley was not harassed in the making of this episode.

Episode 35 - Hawaii 'Survival' Guide

May 23, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 95 MB

Tracy returns to the studio from her Hawaiian vacation and gives you all her recommendations for traveling to the islands. Plus, a little pop culture chat on what's been going on while she was away.

Episode 36 - Hawaii 'Survival' Guide

May 23, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 95 MB

Tracy returns to the studio from her Hawaiian vacation and gives you all her recommendations for traveling to the islands. Plus, a little pop culture chat on what's been going on while she was away.

Episode 34 - No Bad Hair Days feat. The Parlour Stylist

May 09, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Tracy's friend and hair stylist, Christina Ghella, owner of The Parlour Stylist salon, shares her story of how she went from working for a company for 9 years to being an independent business owner. The girls also discuss Christina's favorite products, the do's and don'ts of haircare and some tips for maintaining your luscious locks.

Episode 35 - No Bad Hair Days feat. The Parlour Hair and Beauty

May 09, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Tracy's friend and hair stylist, Christina Ghella, owner of The Parlour Stylist salon, shares her story of how she went from working for a company for 9 years to being an independent business owner. The girls also discuss Christina's favorite products, the do's and don'ts of haircare and some tips for maintaining your luscious locks.

Episode 34 - Therapists Have Therapists, Too!

May 02, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 126 MB

To kick off Mental Health Awareness Month, Tracy's BFF and board-certified therapist Monica Williams joins the show to answer questions about the misconceptions of mental health, why a 360 approach is important, and share her personal recommendations on making small steps to improve your well-being. Be kind to yourself, your mental health matters.

Episode 33 - Peter the Podcast Producer!

April 25, 2022 12:30 - 54 minutes - 50 MB

If you've ever wondered about what goes on behind the scenes, Big Night Media's producer Peter aka HRLY, goes into detail on everything he does for the show! Tracy and Peter also discuss dating, music, and play a few games. How does he feel about being on this end of the camera? Listen to find out... Follow Thirty, Flirty & Surviving: @thirtyflirtysurviving Follow Tracy: @tracyscherm Follow HRLY: @hrlymusic

Episode 32 - The Truth About Permanent Makeup with Beauty Mark Ink

April 18, 2022 12:30 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

Some beauty trends come and go, but others are a bit more...permanent. Owner of Beauty Mark Ink, Lauren Sciarappa, is a certified permanent makeup artist and she's here to tell you everything you need to know if considering microblading or lip tattooing. The process is a lot less scary than you think! This option is all about enhancing your natural beauty and cutting down the time it takes to get ready - so you can get out the door and seize the day while putting your best foot (or should I s...

Episode 31 - Picture Perfect feat. Rachel Lehman

April 11, 2022 12:30 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

If you listened to Episode 29, Tracy's a big believer in taking pictures whenever you can. Lucky for us, Boston photographer Rachel Lehman sits down with TFS this week to chat all about turning her love for photography into her full time job, what camera you need to get the best shot, and of course - how to get the right light to capture those picture perfect moments!

Episode 30 - Restaurant Rundown with Hoots in Cahoots

April 04, 2022 13:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB

If you’ve ever found yourself unsure of where to have dinner in the city, this episode is for you! Ayla and Alyssa of “Hoots in Cahoots” are doing God’s work for the thirty-something year olds of Boston who have outgrown the usual suspects and are looking for more age-appropriate options. There’s also a lot of hot tips for the MEN this week…thank me later. Follow Thirty Flirty and Surviving: @thirtyflirtysurviving Follow Hoots In Cahoots: @hootsincahoots hoo.be/thirtyflirtysurviving

Episode 29 - 30 Things I’ve Learned In My 30 Years

March 28, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

To celebrate turning 31, Tracy takes on her first solo episode, listing out her favorite pieces of advice. This super-sized spin on ‘Dear TFS’ highlights some crucial life lessons, as she opens up on a few personal stories as well. Cheers to the next 30 years!

Episode 28 - I Put Cheese On A Plate feat. Boards by Mo

March 21, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

Founder of Boards by Mo, Monisha Misra, knows a lot more than just her cheeses. This BBJ 40 under 40 Award recipient and recent Harvard Business School mentor doesn't believe in gatekeeping. Teaching other women (and men) how to start their own business is a passion of hers and she truly wants to see you succeed. Her warm, kind & infectious personality will melt your heart into a puddle of baked brie!

Episode 27 - Yes, Ash DeMato’s Accent Is Real

March 14, 2022 12:30 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

Ash DeMato makes her podcast debut on TFS this week! To know her is to absolutely love her, so it’s a good thing she’s an open book. Tracy and Ashley cover all the questions on her romance with Kevin Cooney and the downside of social media, but the end of the episode is where the magic really happens. Be sure to stick around for her inspiring personal journey as well!

Episode 26 - It's OK to Quit Your Day Job feat. Glamour Cosmetics

March 07, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

You've heard the term "beauty school dropout" but have you ever heard of quitting law school to pursue a career in beauty? Sounds crazy, but that's exactly what Best of Boston Makeup Artist, Garineh Ashjian from Glamour Cosmetics did! This week Tracy chats with her about how this thriving business all got started, what that process was like, and of course a few expert secrets on skincare and makeup!

Episode 25 - Fia James Got It From Her Mama!

February 28, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB

What’s the key to finding your confidence and being your most authentic self? If you ask Tik Tok star Fia James, it’s a solid support system and an incredible role model like her mom. This week’s episode is jam packed (no pun intended) on everything from her music inspo, how she got her start on the popular platform, and why you shouldn’t FaceTime in public.

Episode 24 - Eat The Damn Cake!

February 21, 2022 14:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MB

Personal Trainers and Big Night Media podcasters, Maddie & Carly Biron, are this week's guests. The powerhouse sister-duo talks about their approach to health and wellness, frustrations with the fitness industry, and how the support of family (plus a little resourcefulness) is so important when chasing your dreams!

Episode 23 - LuvHut:The New Dating App

February 14, 2022 14:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Happy Valentine's Day! Love is in the air, so this week Tracy has Cory Gorovitz, founder of LuvHut, enlighten us on the future of dating apps. LuvHut is completely unlike any matchmaking platform you've used before and it's designed to get you off the screen and on a date. Are selfies a turn off? Are group photos a no-go? He shares how to set up a strong profile and so much more!

Episode 22 - Evil Eye With a Heart of Gold

February 07, 2022 13:30 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Finding your purpose comes from finding your authenticity and that's exactly where Lazulz owner Kristin Herzog started when creating her customized evil eye jewelry company. This week, we sit down to chat about making the leap from Corporate America to becoming a business owner and what really goes into making it successful when juggling everything independently!

Episode 21 - It's All About The Money, Honey!

January 31, 2022 13:30 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

Financial Advisor "The Money Honey" joins TFS this week to talk about the obvious: women need to feel more comfortable managing our finances! From contributing to your 401k, to tackling your debt, this episode is a must listen for all the independent ladies who want to take control of your funds.

Episode 20 - The Glow Up With Dana Buitta

January 24, 2022 15:12 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MB

This week Tracy interviews Dana Buitta, entrepreneur and owner of House of GlowDolls. Dana paved a way for herself in the beauty space, this week she shares her tricks of the trade as well as how she turned her passion into a successful business!

Episode 19 - Why Men Cheat with Marckie P

January 17, 2022 14:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MB

Fan favorite from Episode Six’s “Manel”, Marckie P, is back to share his expert male opinion on not only what catches a guy’s attention when it comes to dating - but also why they cheat once finally in a relationship.

Episode 18 - Let's Get Drinks After Work

January 03, 2022 15:35 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MB

Tracy interviews Big Night Media Pocasters Abby and Shannen from Drinks After Work! Does being in a relationship affect your friendships? Where can you make friends in a new city? How the heck do you start saying "no" to things when you have too much on your plate? Listen in to find out!

Episode 17 - Sister Knows Best

December 20, 2021 14:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

No one knows you better than your sibling does! Tracy's sister Lisa joins the show this week and the girls go down memory lane all so you can get to know your TFS host on another level. Spoiler alert: she doesn't hold back.

Episode 16 - Those Thirty, Flirty & Surviving Girls You Know

December 13, 2021 13:30 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

Tracy takes on her first solo episode with the help of her friends Emanuelle and Ciara from the Those Girls You Know podcast. They chat about getting scrappy, their Red Flags vs. Dealbreakers and a Dear TFS question on friendship!

Episode 15 - Red Flag or Dealbreaker?

October 04, 2021 12:30 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

A mama’s boy? Bad tipper? The girls weigh in on some of their Red Flags and Dealbreakers this week plus Dear TFS is back with a question from a male listener.

Episode 14 - The Gang’s Back Together!

September 27, 2021 12:30 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Kelsie, Tracy & Tanisha are finally all back together again - but a lot has changed since Season One! The girls kick off Season Two by filling you in on some life updates and catching up on what you’ve missed over the last few weeks.

Episode 13 - What's Your Sign? Pt. 2

August 25, 2021 12:30 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

Ever wonder which of your favorite Big Night Podcasters are most compatible? We are taking what we learned last week and matchmaking the Big Night Media team. Comment below your favorite couple!

Episode 12 - What's Your Sign?

August 19, 2021 12:20 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Tracy and Tanisha are breaking down the zodiac chart today to talk about what your sign says about you, who you might be most compatible with, and unlocking the science behind astrology!

Episode 11 - All Fun & Games

August 04, 2021 12:15 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

You asked, we listened! This week Tanisha and Tracy are keeping things rolling with a classic game of 'Would You Rather' and some stories (like reiterating Tracy’s love of Chris Evan’s and how bad of a driver Tanisha is).

Episode 10 - When You Know Better, You Do Better

August 02, 2021 12:30 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MB

In the spirit of our 10th episode, the TFS girls are looking back at their previous decade in life to remind you all that: 100%, you are that bitch, and we love that for you!

Episode 9 - The Body Mod Pod with Joey Prixx

July 26, 2021 12:30 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

Tracy and Kelsie hold down the fort this week with special guest Joey Prixx - piercing aesthetic artist and owner of Superficial ModSpa. The girls ask him ALL the questions about body modifications from where his business concept came from, what work he's had done, and of course the good , bad & ugly from his years of experience on both sides of the needle.

Episode 8 - Work-Life Balance, Baby!

July 14, 2021 12:30 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

We’re talking work-life-balance! With employers having the ability to constantly access us via email, phone, text, etc., it can be hard to do. We share how we manage (or at least try to!) and give insight into the small things we implement to better balance our person life and careers now that we know better.

Episode 7 - Mental Health Matters!

June 30, 2021 12:30 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

We talk mental health covering our struggles and how we have addressed them. We want you to know you are not alone and hope our experiences can help anyone that is struggling. *Please note: These are not mental health professionals and this episode is based on the personal experiences of the podcasters.

Episode 6 - The MANEL (Man Panel) Answers All of Our Questions

June 23, 2021 13:50 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

If you're like us, you often find yourselves wondering what goes on inside of the male brain...well, wonder no more! We take a deep dive with our friends Jesse, Jason, and Marckie P. to ask some questions we've always been dying to know the answers to.

Episode 5 - Everybody is a Bikini Body

June 16, 2021 12:30 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Bikini season is here and we’re here to talk about body image, self love and ways to embrace yourself for who you are.

Episode 4 - Per My Last Email

June 09, 2021 12:30 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MB

The girls get into careers, do's and dont’s in the workplace and what it means to be a woman in the workplace

Episode 3 - Ghost of Boyfriend's Past

June 02, 2021 11:30 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

The girls dive into past relationships, what they've learned from them and share how they've navigated through these not-so-perfect experiences.

Episode 2 - So This Is 30...

May 26, 2021 18:45 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week, the girls talk about what thirty means to them, how they're doing things differently in this new decade...and oh yeah, Mama Bear Kelsie ready to throw bows when we vacationed in Miami.

Episode 1 - The Introduction

May 18, 2021 18:37 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

Get to know Tracy, Tanisha, and Kelsie, hosts of Thirty, Flirty & Surviving as they give an overview of what to expect on this ride into their third decade (the good, the bad, & the ugly).