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Victoria Garrick Browne hosts an unfiltered and eye-opening podcast that dives into the heart-to-heart conversations we’re all craving. Known for her refreshing vulnerability and relatable candor, the Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur and TEDxTalk speaker has inspired millions to embrace their authentic selves and feel confident doing it. Are you ready to look at yourself, your relationships, and your life in a new way? Tune into Real Pod! Follow @realpod on Instagram for more.

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If you’re looking for inspiration to keep going, today’s guest Mayci Neeley is proof you can survive the darkest storms and come out thriving. You may know Mayci from the hit reality show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives or the viral TikTok group MomTok, but beyond the drama she’s built a powerhouse career as a content creator, CEO of her brand Baby Mama, and now, author of Told You So. In this vulnerable conversation, Mayci opens up about becoming a single mom in college, losing her son’s father, surviving toxic relationships and sexual assault, and how she’s found healing, faith, and forgiveness along the way. She shares how being an elite athlete shaped her resilience, how she’s cultivated an abundance mindset, and the tools that helped her build confidence. Tune in for a moving reminder that no matter what you’ve been through, you can find your footing, own your story, and create a life you’re proud of.

Trigger warning: this episode includes conversation around grief and sexual assault. 

Read Mayci’s New Book: Told You So by Mayci Neeley

Connect with Mayci on Instagram: @maycineeley

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Mayci Neeley (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives) Breaks Her Silence on Sexual Assault, Ending A Toxic Relationship, & Choosing Happiness

The most important relationship you’ll ever have is the one with yourself. Self-connection specialist and founder of Your Inner Babe, Jacq Gould, joins Vic for a powerful conversation on building inner trust, finding light in dark seasons, and embracing change. Jacq opens up about her eating disorder recovery, perfectionist tendencies, and how hitting rock bottom became the turning point for her purpose. She also shares practical tools for self-connection, including how to check in with yourself, set authentic boundaries, and listen to your gut, along with the biggest lessons she wishes every woman in her twenties knew. Tune in for a heartfelt and inspiring reminder that the way you connect with yourself shapes everything else in life, and learn how to strengthen that relationship. TW: This episode discusses suicide. Please take care of yourself and skip if needed. For support, call or text 988 in the U.S. or contact local services.

Ready to go deeper? Explore Jacq’s programs at Your Inner Babe: yourinnerbabe.com and use code RealPod for $250 off any upcoming program. Or, text RealPod to 3128472751 to get five days of messages from Jacq to help you grow your relationship with yourself.

Connect with Jacq on Instagram: @jacqgould

Get Jacq’s Re/Connection Deck: yourinnerbabe.com/reconnection-deck

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Listen to This If You’re Craving A Deeper Relationship with Yourself, Featuring Self-Connection Specialist Jacq Gould

She’s one of the most beloved gymnasts with millions of followers online: Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East is here to open up like never before! Shawn shares the fears and near-death experiences she faced competing alongside her husband, Andrew, on the upcoming season of Fox’s Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test and how it compares to the Olympics. She opens up about the career failure that might have led to her Olympic gold medal, the secret body image struggles she battled as one of the world’s top gymnasts, and how she ultimately healed her relationship with her body. Plus, Shawn reveals her advice for learning to love the grind so fulfillment comes from the process (not just the outcome), the three practices that keep her marriage strong, and her best tips for hosting and building community. Tune in to see a whole new side of one of the world’s greatest athletes, get inspired to try new things, and take your relationships to the next level.

Instagram: @shawnjohnson

YouTube: Andrew & Shawn

Podcast: Couple Things 

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Olympian Shawn Johnson East on Building a Life Beyond Medals, Body Image Battles & Overcoming Her Biggest Failure

Vic is back with her most unfiltered advice session yet! She shares the parenting values she hopes to pass down one day, the pressure to settle in love (+ why you shouldn’t settle), and why regret should scare us more than opinions when it comes to chasing what we want in life. Vic shares how to cope with comparison in your 20s, what to do when your career path changes, and the mindset shift that keeps her motivated. Plus, she reflects on body image struggles she faced as an athlete and how she’s learned to build true confidence. Tune in for unfiltered guidance, tough-love encouragement, and the real talk you need to overcome whatever challenges or setbacks you’re facing.

Follow Real Pod on Instagram: @realpod 

Related episodes:

Does Vic Have Baby Fever?! Motherhood, Postpartum, & Body-Image w/ Ally Kendricks

This Will Change Your Life — A Powerful Lesson On Joy From Cancer Fighter Jeffrey Saad

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Q&A with Vic! Honest Advice on Building Confidence, Finding Your Path, & Living With No Regrets

She’s one of the internet’s ultimate it-girls, but Avery Woods’ story goes far beyond what you see online. A former pediatric ICU nurse turned content creator, podcast host, and mom of four, Avery built her career from the ground up while navigating the highs and lows that come with life in the public eye. In this episode, she gets candid about hitting rock bottom with her mental health, her struggles with bulimia and body image, and the cosmetic procedures she’s had. Avery also shares how she set boundaries to protect her peace, rebuilt her confidence, and created a sustainable path to success. This conversation is a reminder that you can chase big goals, protect your energy, and build your dream life!

Follow Avery:

Instagram: @averyywoods

TikTok: @averyywoods

YouTube: CHEERS! With Avery

Podcast: CHEERS! with Avery Woods

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Avery Woods On Building Her Dream Life, The Dark Side of Internet Fame, & Overcoming Her Lowest Mental Health Battle __

Vic's got a big confession to make… the baby fever has officially started! And who better to dive into the realities of motherhood than her friend Ally Kendricks, model, content creator, former athlete, mental health advocate, and mom of two. Ally gets real about the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum healing, and body image struggles, sharing how navigating those changes, especially as a former athlete, helped heal her relationship with food and fitness. She also opens up about parenting dynamics with her NFL husband Eric, finding balance between gentle parenting and discipline, refusing to feel guilt about asking for help, and her choice to keep her kids offline. Whether you’re a new mom, future mom, or just curious about this next chapter, tune in for a refreshing perspective shift on motherhood as an addition to your life, not something to fear.

Follow Ally!

Instagram: @allykendricks

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Does Vic Have Baby Fever?! Motherhood, Postpartum, & Body-Image w/ Ally Kendricks

Seasonal shifts are the perfect chance to reset, and in this solo episode, Victoria shares what she’s doing to reset this fall, and how you can too. From choosing three guiding words for the season to upgrading her workout routine, organizing her home, and planning intentional gatherings, Vic walks through the small shifts that can make the last stretch of the year feel purposeful and aligned. She also dives into curating a cozy fall reading list, creating a calming space, and why planning ahead for the holidays can be so helpful for your mental health. Tune in to feel inspired, organized, and ready to embrace the new season with intention.

Links!

The Slight Edge By Jeff Olson

The Hidden Habits of a Genius by Craig Wright 

The Women by Kristen Hannah

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

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Fall Reset! How to Get Organized, Set End-of-Year Goals & Embrace the Cozy Season

Beauty creator Monica Ravichandran joins Real Pod for her first-ever podcast appearance to talk about her upcoming wedding, finding a compatible partner, and debunking makeup myths. Known for her viral “perfect red lip” series and advocacy for inclusivity, Monica shares how struggling to find shades that suited her skin tone inspired her hunt for the perfect wedding day lipstick. She opens up about the challenges of planning a three-day multicultural wedding, making controversial guest list decisions, and the intentional conversations that built her healthy relationship. Monica also reflects on healing from a toxic breakup through narrative therapy, learning to trust herself after years of people-pleasing, and breaking the cycle of anxiety. Tune in for an empowering conversation on confidence, compatibility, and creating a life that feels true to you!

Follow Monica for more beauty content!

Instagram: @monica.raviii

TikTok: @monica.raviii

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Monica Ravichandran On Wedding Planning Hot Takes & How To Find A Compatible Partner

Who you choose to build a life with matters more than anything. To celebrate her 3-year wedding anniversary, Victoria is getting real about the six non-negotiables she believes every relationship needs for long-term success. This list goes deeper than the obvious traits like loyalty or humor. From emotional maturity to mutual respect to supporting each other’s dreams, Vic shares the values that make her marriage to Max thrive, with specific examples of how they’ve navigated conflict, improved communication, and made sacrifices to support one another. She also opens up about balancing responsibilities through equitable partnership, handling family dynamics with grace, and why the small, daily ways you show up for your partner matter most. Tune in for a grounded, personal take on what to look for in a partner and how we can all show up better in our relationships!

Related episode: 

The Max Browne Interview - What Really Happened to the Nation's #1 Recruit

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My 6 Non-Negotiables for Choosing a Life Partner: What I’ve Learned From 3 Years of Marriage

Fan favorite Lainie Garrick (aka Vic’s mom) is back on the pod for a heartwarming and hilarious Q&A fresh off their Paris trip. They dive into what makes their mother-daughter bond so strong, how they navigate conflict, boundaries, trust, and body image. Lainie gets candid about plastic surgery, sharing honestly the best and worst things she’s had done. She also spills the tea on her best beauty and style tips. How ready is she for grandkids? What’s her favorite fan run-in moment? For anyone wanting a deeper look into this special relationship or simply dying for more Lainie in their life, this episode is full of wonderful advice and bonding moments you’re going to love! Press play and prepare to laugh, cry, and text your mom.

Related episodes:

LAINIE GARRICK (Interviewing My Mom!)

Are We Ready for Kids? (Ft. Max)

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Q&A With My Mom, Lainie! How To Build A Close Mother-Daughter Relationship & Break the Cycle of Body-Image Pressure

Just days away from their Bachelor and Bachelorette trips, Vic & Max sit down to dish out all the hot ticket items... Will you be in contact with one another?? Who is going? Who planned the trip? And yes... WILL THERE BE STRIPPERS?!
 
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Are Strippers Allowed?! Vic & Max Preview Their Bachelor/Bachelorette Weekends...

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