Realpod Podcasts

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?! Produced by Dear Media

Victoria's life has been feeling chaotic and messy AF! (Who can relate?!) She describes why/how things got so wild and what she is going to do to incorporate more structure and routine into her daily life. This is a great one for anyone wanting to develop a better health & wellness routine, but not feel too overwhelmed at the same time! Athletic Gr…

Jessamyn Stanley is a yoga teacher, body positivity advocate, and author. She gained recognition through her Instagram account which shows her practicing yoga as a plus size queer woman of color. She founded The Underbelly, a wellness brand that doesn't aspire to perfection but strives for authenticity and self-awareness, and wrote books, Every Bod…

Connor Wood and Brooke Averick, otherwise known as Fibula and Lady Efron, are famous TikTok stars and now Podcasters with a combined 1.7M followers. On their podcast, BROOKE AND CONNOR MAKE A PODCAST, these self-described “frenemies” cover everything from pop culture to the tech world and everything in between. On this episode, Brooke and Connor pu…

Dr. Arman Taghizadeh, also known as “Dr. T”, is a Johns Hopkins trained psychiatrist who is Board Certified in both General Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He also specializes in Sports Psychiatry and is on the advisory board for Victoria's non-profit, The Hidden Opponent. He has been featured in Baltimore Magazine as a “TopDo…

Get ready for some major childhood nostalgia because Josh Peck (Drake & Josh, How I Met Your Father) is here this week to unpack his experiences as a child star and young comedian who we all grew up watching on Nickelodeon. His new book, “Happy People Are Annoying,” is out now and Josh is detailing his most captivating, heart-warming, and hilarious…

Hey Girlypops, TikTok queen Ally Yost is here to discuss everything under the sun when it comes to friendships, relationships, and breakups! Ally has amassed over 1.4 million followers who all tune in for her heartfelt relationship advice (seriously, it's game changing!) and even to watch her iconic makeup looks. This week, Ally takes us through re…

Struggling with managing your inner dialogue and finding your purpose? This is the episode for you! This week, Victoria sits down with clinical social worker, mindset coach, and all around badass Topsie Vandenbosch to talk about all things passion, potential, and balance. Tune in to hear Topsie break down the myth of being humble and why you belong…

This one's for the volley-nerds!!! Victoria sits down with the one and only Morgan Hentz, the iconic Stanford volleyball libero who she’s only ever seen on the other side of the net...until now. Morgan is a 3X NCAA Champion, 3x PAC-12 Libero of the year, 3X NCAA First Team All American, and the un-official mayor of “Hentz-Ville.” On this episode, w…

"Boundaries" are the hot topic right now but what does it actually mean to set a boundary and how do we do it?! Well Dr. Vaneeta Sandhu is the Head of Emotional Fitness at Coa and she is here to break it down for us! Dr. V has over 10 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, facilitator, educator, and public speaker, working with teams at Ly…

Victoria sits down with her mic on her bedroom floor to tell us how she's REALLY feeling!! With so much happening in her life right now (wedding planning, career moves, re-starting therapy) she was bound to grab the mic and cry sometime soon (LOL) and today is that day! Ritual: ritual.com/REALPOD Macy's: macys.com/starrewards BetterHelp: betterhelp…

Carissa Stanton aka BroccYourBody is a recipe developer who wants you to make food you enjoy and that makes you feel good. She puts herself first, and tells the story of breaking off her engagement with someone she cared about very much when she knew in her heart it wasn't right. She gets real with how she feels about seeing Vic's engagement photos…

Lauren Elizabeth is an OG influencer who has been creating content for over 10 years, and has garnered over 2 million followers on social media! (If you’ve seen her content, you know she is a total vibe and has the perfect aesthetic!) However, on this episode of Real Pod, Lauren shares what’s really going on below the surface… She discusses how bei…

Mikayla Nogueira is a social media star and make-up artist with over 10.1 million followers on TikTok! Mikayla, who is known for her tutorials and honest product reviews, has been featured in Vogue, Allure, People Magazine and has her own eye-shadow palette with Glamlite!! On this episode of Real Pod, Mikayla talks about how she went from a graduat…

New York Times Best-Selling author and nationally renowned Food/Body-Image Guru, Geneen Roth, sits down with Victoria to discuss WHY we diet and binge eat, and how to stop the toxic cycle of restriction and shame. Geneen has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, The Today Show, and Good Morning America. She has absolutely cracked the code on food and…

Peiman Raf and Mason Spector are co-founders of mental health awareness clothing line Madhappy, which has been featured in Vogue, Elle, and Forbes and worn by Addison Rae, Gigi Hadid, and Cardi B. In addition to tackling mental health through streetwear, Peiman and Mason are also the hosts of The Madhappy Podcast which aims to create a more open di…

Dr. Christian Subbio is a renowned board certified plastic surgeon who is known for being one of the most outspoken surgeons on social media. On this episode of Real Pod, Dr. Subbio gives us a first hand look at how social media, photoshop, and filters are damaging women and their self perception. He gives us intel on what procedures your favorite …

A not-so-wise woman in the movie “Bride Wars” once said, "you don't alter Vera Wang to fit you, you alter yourself to fit Vera!” and it’s lived rent free in Victoria’s head until today! On this candid solo episode, Victoria opens up about the pressures of being a bride and why she will NOT be “shedding for the wedding.” Victoria shares what’s been …

Chris Olsen is a content creator who skyrocketed to social media stardom after blowing up on TikTok in 2021. (For real... like 7M + followers blow up!!) He is known for his hilarious comedy bits, relatable mental health advice, and at one point his wildly loved relationship videos with Ian Paget, who he recently split from. In this episode, Chris d…

Sedona Prince is a D1 basketball player at the University of Oregon, TikTok star with over 3 million followers, & Cohost of UNINTERRUPTED More Than An Athlete Varsity Edition! Last year, Sedona went viral on TikTok after she posted a video showing the disparity between the mens and womens training facility at the NCAA tournament sparking a national…

Jennifer Anderson is a registered dietitian and founder of Kids Eat In Color, a community that helps parents get rid of mealtime stress to help their kids eat better. Jennifer has amassed an online following of over 1.6 million parents and non parents who love her simplified approach to eating. On this episode of Real Pod, Jennifer explains why it’…

Rod Thill is a TikTok star with over 1.2 million followers who built his following on the all too relatable work from home culture, then quickly expanded his niche to relatable videos centered around life as a millenial and every day mental health struggles. (He’s basically what we would call a “mood” every day of the week!) On this episode of Real…

Spencer Barbosa is a body positivity influencer with over 5 million followers on TikTok! After finding TikTok fame as a teenager, Spencer is now a full time content creator living in a college town. Spencer's bubbly personality, relatability, and messaging of empowerment has made her everyones internet BFF. Spencer joins Real Pod to discuss what it…

Mary Jelkovsky is an author, podcast host, and social media influencer who used her toxic experiences with diet culture to create a community where women can feel seen and inspired. After struggling with disordered eating since her teenage years, Mary finally broke free from the shackles of perfectionism and found healing + self love. In this episo…

Victoria shares ALL the deets about choosing her bridal party, organizing the bridesmaid proposal boxes, and executing the most meaningful ask!! Subscribe to Real Pod on Spotify Subscribe to Real Pod on Apple Podcasts Follow Real Pod on Instagram Produced by Dear Media

Becca Tobin, former star of FOX’s hit show ‘Glee,’ is now one third of the top podcast and NYT Bestselling girl posse, The Lady Gang, and lead love interest on Disney+ reboot Turner & Hooch! Prior to her big break, Becca starred in Broadway’s Rock of Ages and is a self-proclaimed theater nerd at heart. In this episode, she explains how the transiti…

Elyse Resch is a nutrition therapist who co-authored the books Intuitive Eating and The Intuitive Eating Workbook, and is one of the original co-founders of the Intuitive Eating practice! With over 36 years of experience, Elyse advocates for healthy eating habits by promoting intuitive eating, which allows a person to get in touch with their true n…

Corporate Natalie is a TikTok star & social media influencer with over half a million followers combined! Natalie’s corporate commentary and satirical comedy bits grew her from normal 9-5er to a full blown influencer in just one year. On this episode of Real Pod, Natalie and Victoria discuss how they go way back (they’ve been BFFs since high school…

Katie Couric is founder, author, producer, and one of the most notable journalists of all time. She worked for all three major TV networks, NBC, ABC and CBS, and in 2006 was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame. After leaving her long time position as co-anchor of The Today Show, Katie was historically named the first solo female anchor of CBS…

Victoria kicks this episode off by spilling all the tea on her wedding venue and the process of finding the perfect place to marry Max! Then, we hear from a very special guest Ryan Holiday. Ryan is the author of New York Times’ best seller, The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living, which has sold more than two…

Francesca Mariano and Ria Ciuffo are the hosts of Barstool’s wildly popular podcast & Instagram page, Chicks In The Office! After starting out as the only two female interns at Barstool Sports, Ria & Fran became fast friends, co-created the Chicks In The Office Instagram page, and dropped out of college to pursue their love of radio and pop culture…

Ella Halikas is a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model, social media influencer, and swimsuit designer with over half a million followers across social media! After losing her restaurant job in the pandemic, Ella turned to social media and quickly took off: She grew her following 10x the size, became a finalist in the 2021 Sports Illustrated Swim Sear…

Dr. Margaret Rutherford is a psychologist and has been in private practice for over 25 years. She is the author of Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free from the Perfectionism that Masks Your Depression, and host of The Selfwork Podcast In this episode, Dr. Rutherford joins Victoria for a very important conversation to explain the differen…

Sierra Nielsen is a Lifestyle, Fitness, and Nutrition Coach with an online following of over 250,000 women who tune into her message of emotional resilience, inner confidence, and personal empowerment! She has been featured in USA Today, Variety, and Self Magazine, and has worked with everyone from D.C. Politicians and Hollywood Models/Actors, to A…

In celebration of Real Pod’s 100th episode and surpassing 1 MILLION DOWNLOADS (!!!!) Victoria flips the script and sits down to be interviewed by her BFF Aubrey. Hear your favorite host like never before as she opens up and gets real about what’s actually going on in her life and with her mental health right now… Is she really happy? What are her f…

Remi Bader is a TikTok superstar and curve model with over 2 million followers who has been featured on The Today Show, Vogue, and People magazine! Remi skyrocketed to fame after her hilarious and realistic clothing hauls went viral. She now candidly shares her mental health and body-image journey on social media every single day. On this episode, …

Schuyler Bailar is a former NCAA D1 athlete who competed on the Harvard Men’s Swimming Team. He is also a public speaker, LGBTQ activist, and has been featured in thousands of publications globally including The Washington Post, Guardian, ABC News, and ESPN. While attending Harvard, Schuyler became the first publicly documented transgender athlete …

Erin Treloar is the Founder of Raw Beauty Co., a company whose mission is to help women live from a place of self-love. Not only does she have a social following of over 100,000 women, but she is a certified health coach and the host of Raw Beauty Talks. Erin’s work has been highlighted in the Los Angeles Times, Marie Claire, and Elle Magazine. Aft…

Victoria & Max are finally engaged!!! Listen to the full story and hear the juicy deets on this tell all engagement episode! Follow Real Pod on Instagram: @RealPod Ana Luisa: I absolutely recommend checking out Ana Luisa’s sustainable jewelry. I LOVE them, their pieces start at $39, and you can get 20% off with their summer sale by visiting https:/…

Justine Wong-Orantes is a libero for the USA Women’s National Volleyball team and shocked the world when she earned the “Best Libero” award after her gold medal winning performance in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games! Justine played at the University of Nebraska where she was a two time All-American, two time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, Natio…

Kylie Katich is a photographer and influencer whose fashion, comedy, and photography content has helped her amass over 350,000 followers across social media! While her job is to create portraits and photographs online that are perfectly posed and carefully curated, Kylie is human too… In this vulnerable episode, Kylie opens up about her secret stru…

Ilona Maher is a member of the Women's U.S Rugby Team and became a viral sensation at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics for her hilarious TikTok commentary. Prior to the Olympic Games, Maher earned All-American Honors, led her college team to three titles, and helped the USA finish 4th in the 2018 Women’s Rugby World Cup Sevens. In this episode, Ilona reveal…

Sarah Nicole Landry, AKA @thebirdspapaya, is a writer, podcaster, mom of four, and influencer with over 2 million social media followers! Sarah started her blog The Birds Papaya over 10 years ago after feeling inspired by the comradery of stay at home moms. What started as a late night passion project turned into a massive community where Sarah has…

April Ross is a two time Olympic beach volleyball medalist; she won a silver medal in London and a bronze medal in Rio. Now, she is making her third debut in the Tokyo 2021 Olympics! April has been a volleyball phenomenon her entire life: Gatorade Player of the Year out of high school, All- American, back to back national champion at USC, and now m…

Mik Zazon is a public speaker and influencer with over 2 million social media followers who follow her #NormalizeNormalBodies movement. After starting a fitspo blog then suffering from three different eating disorders, Mik realized she needed to make a change. Her content now centers around authenticity, mental health, and positive body-image. In t…

Molly Carmel is an addiction and eating disorder therapist who founded Beacon by MC, which offers a variety of solutions to encourage radical change and support on your journey to overcome emotional eating, food addiction, and binge-eating. Molly, who is extensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, has bee…

Shana Spence aka, @thenutritiontea, is a registered dietitian who counsels on HAES (Healthy At Every Size) and Intuitive Eating to her audience of over 200,000 people. While Intuitive Eating is great in theory, not everyone has the access, money, or time to eat “whatever they want whenever they want.” Shana helps explain how we can make Intuitive E…

2x Olympic Medalist, High-Performance Coach, and volleyball legend, Nicole Davis, sits down with Victoria to teach us all about performance anxiety! What is it exactly? Why does it happen? How can we work through it? This is a MUST LISTEN for anyone who feels like their anxiety gets in the way of them reaching their highest potential. Away: awaytra…

Do you want to have a better relationship with money?! Get ready for a #NoFilter, easy to understand, conversation on how to earn money, invest money, and how to spend money with Financial Feminist, Tori Dunlap! Tori founded ‘Her First $100k’ to fight financial inequality by providing women with the tools necessary to take control of their finances…

Whether you just graduated, suffered a career-ending injury, got cut, or are simply saying goodbye to the sport you love, this episode from the heart of Former Division I Volleyball Player and PAC-12 Champion, Victoria Garrick, has 6 meaningful pieces of advice that will help guide you towards whatever may be next in life. Produced by Dear Media…