Confident Collective

Dec 30 2024 210 ep. 52 mins 11
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Two plus-size models & body activists here to get real and candid about living your most confident life. Get ready for powerful conversations that will leave you laughing, motivated, and inspired.

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2024 Wrap-Up: Yearly Reflections & Future Goals

Dec 30 2024 38 mins  
In the final episode of 2024, Raeann and Kristina share personal experiences about uncomfortable situations with friends and the societal obsession with being thin. The conversation shifts to their travel plans for 2025, including trips to Japan, Puerto Rico, Greece, and potentially Disney and The Cayman Islands. They also share highlights from 2024, with a focus on personal growth

’Tis The Season of Holiday Nostalgia, Gifts & Traditions

Dec 23 2024 44 mins  
In this festive episode, Raeann recaps her restorative Canyon Ranch trip—three days of much-needed wellness despite the rec center aesthetic. Kristina shares that her dog Dué is heading into surgery to give them a little more time together. The girls also chat about the Matilda Djerf workplace controversy and the mysterious drones flying over New Jersey. They reminisce about t

The Art of Saying No

Dec 16 2024 44 mins  
This episode is all about the struggle of saying NO and how to break free from people-pleasing habits. Raeann and Kristina chat about the balance between honoring your commitments vs saying no with conviction. Kristina shares her progress in setting family boundaries, while Raeann reflects on the regret of skipping her family’s safari trip. Saying no takes practice and is a hard

Pop Culture Roundup: Wicked, Reality TV & Influencer Proposals

Dec 10 2024 43 mins  
Today, Raeann and Kristina are chatting all things pop culture—from Wicked’s whimsical set and goosebump-worthy music to Vanderpump Rules’ fresh new cast and Lala’s Photoshop fail. They fan-girl over Ilona and Alan for single-handedly reviving Dancing with the Stars and applaud Steve for his undeniable star power. Meanwhile, Jacob Elordi’s beard debut? A unanimous flop. O

Ask Away: Wedding Dress Anxiety, Embracing Your Cellulite & Starting a Family

Dec 02 2024 39 mins  
Before this week’s Ask Away kicks off, Raeann shares her sister’s Breckenridge house chaos and Kristina agrees that homeownership isn’t all sunshine and roses. They also get into the Christmas spirit by sharing Christmas highlights from childhood gifts to nostalgic movies. In today’s Ask Away, the girls dig into relatable struggles, from ending the cycle of dressing to

Friendsgiving Recap: Confidence, Curves & Community

Nov 25 2024 31 mins  
Today, the girls are chatting all things Thanksgiving—from Friendsgiving highlights to niche family recipes. Raeann explains the lore behind her family’s infamous Watergate marshmallow salad while Kristina’s family keeps to their Greek roots. They also recap their best-ever Friendsgiving with fellow Confidants. It was a safe, judgement-free space where everyone could open

A Real Talk on Body Confidence

Nov 18 2024 42 mins  
This week, Raeann and Kristina get real about body confidence, reflecting on the pressures of “thin is in” culture and how it affects their mindset. Both girls have faced a tough year with their body confidence—Raeann’s ups and downs of feeling hot vs hating her body and Kristina’s struggle with clothes that don’t fit and the suburban skinny bubble. They also discuss ba

Brittany Ball’s Story of Motherhood, New Beginnings & Self-Discovery

Nov 11 2024 56 mins  
Today, we welcome on Brittany Ball, a social media personality, who shares her journey of motherhood, self-discovery and dating. From life in Hawaii with her ex-husband to starting fresh in NYC as a single mom, Brittany turned her challenges into a journey of self-discovery, creating a beautiful life for herself and her son. She talks about her peaceful co-parenting dynamic, balanc

Ask Away: Let’s Talk Dating, Body Confidence & Friendship Shifts

Nov 04 2024 31 mins  
Kristina’s tackling hair struggles, from finding the right cut to using a silk bonnet, while Raeann talks about doing a strict wellness retreat this winter to focus on her health. Plus, we talk about motherhood and our latest obsessions—Kristina’s encouragement to strike up a conversation with new people and Raeann’s Spanish lessons with Gabe. In today’s Ask Away episod

Kerry O’Brien on Career Pivots, Buying Your First Home & Taking Risks

Oct 29 2024 42 mins  
Today, we sit down with Kerry O’Brien, a powerhouse in real estate who pivoted her career in her 40s and quickly became a billion-dollar seller in Monmouth County. Karrie shares her advice on how to go after what you want in life, from doing things out of your comfort zone to going the extra mile to embracing the hard moments. It’s never too late to go for what you want and Kar