The Everygirl Podcast

#293: Most people know Shawn Johnson East as the Olympic gold medalist who captured the world's attention at just 16 years old. But in this episode, Shawn shares the lessons she's learned far beyond the gymnastics floor—from navigating identity after achieving her biggest dream to building a fulfilling marriage, career, and life rooted in purpose rather than external validation. Josie and Shawn discuss why so many people today struggle with decision paralysis & the constant feeling that something better might be waiting around the corner, the surprising connection between commitment and freedom, how to identify your core values, and why some of life's greatest rewards come from choosing something fully and staying with it long enough to experience the magic on the other side.You'll learn:Why passion is more important than talentHow to stop tying your worth to your achievementsWhy endless options can make us unhappyThe difference between commitment and settlingHow to identify your personal values and use them to make better decisionsWhy boredom is often a sign you're closer to growth than you thinkThe relationship advice Shawn says has transformed her marriageFor Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#292: What if the thing keeping you stuck isn't a lack of discipline, confidence, or motivation, but a rule you've been following without even realizing it? Josie breaks down the invisible rules that quietly shape our decisions, relationships, careers, self-worth, and everyday lives. You'll learn where these hidden rules come from, why your brain clings to them, and how they may be limiting your happiness, relationships, confidence, and success. Most importantly, Josie shares how to identify the subconscious beliefs running your life so you can finally start rewriting them.If you've ever felt stuck in patterns you can't explain, struggled with self-doubt, or wondered why personal growth sometimes feels harder than it should, this episode will completely change the way you see yourself—and your potential. Consider this episode the breakthrough you've been looking for.You'll learn:The surprising way childhood experiences become lifelong beliefsHow invisible rules masquerade as "personality traits"Why so many women feel trapped by productivity, perfectionism, and people-pleasingHow to rewire "rules" like your needs are inconvenient, it's scary to not be liked, or productivity earns restHow to identify the invisible rules running your lifePractical exercises to start rewriting limiting beliefs and creating new patternsThis episode is also brought to you by OSEAHead to OSEAMalibu.com and use code "THEEVERYGIRL" for 10% off your order.For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#291: Part 2 of Josie’s super detailed beauty routine is here, and she’s sharing all the beauty habits that don’t fit into skincare or makeup, but make the biggest difference. In this episode, Josie breaks down her full body care routine, the wellness habits she swears impact how she looks, how she reduces puffiness and inflammation, her favorite self-tanners and body products, why posture might be the most underrated beauty hack, the truth about hydration (including why she always buys mineral water at the airport), face yoga, lymphatic drainage, digestion’s impact on skin, and the energy that psychology says makes someone attractive. If Part 1 was the foundation, Part 2 is all the little rituals, wellness practices, and maintenance habits that can help you feel your most glowy, polished, and supported.For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#290: What if the symptoms you’ve been told are “normal” are actually signs that something is very wrong? Josie sits down with Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi (aka "Dr. A")—the renowned OB-GYN trusted by A-Listers like Kim Kardashian, Olivia Munn, and Hailey Bieber—for one of the most important conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. From period pain and PCOS to endometriosis, fertility anxiety, unexplained weight gain, brain fog, hormone chaos, and the alarming ways women’s symptoms are routinely dismissed by the healthcare system, Dr. A breaks down what every woman deserves to know about her body. Josie and Dr. A get into the real root causes behind common hormonal symptoms, how to know if your painful periods are a red flag, what most women misunderstand about fertility and egg count, the connection between metabolic health and hormones, and why becoming your own health advocate is non-negotiable. This information will change—and even save—lives.For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#288: If you’ve been waiting to enjoy your life until you lose the weight, get the promotion, find the relationship, move to a new city, or finally “have it all together,” this episode is your sign to stop postponing joy. In this month’s curriculum episode, Josie's talking about how to romanticize your life; not the performative aesthetic way, but the kind that actually changes how you experience your everyday. Josie is sharing tips rooted in neuroscience, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and choosing to find beauty, pleasure, and meaning in the ordinary moments you’re usually rushing through.You'll learn:Why romanticizing your life actually works on a brain levelHow to turn your routines into ritualsWhy sensory “upgrades” shift your emotional stateHow to stop waiting for life to look different before you let yourself enjoy itJosie's daily romanticization routinePlus, homework assignments, extra credit, and recommendations to help you actually apply this mindset all month longFor Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#288: Your bachelorette might look like champagne and matching outfits on Instagram, but what actually makes it unforgettable? In this bonus episode, Josie is recapping her bachelorette and sharing everything she learned in the process: from the exact planning decisions that made the weekend feel magical (and actually low-stress), to the themes, thoughtful details, budgeting tips, group dynamic hacks, and the things she’d absolutely recommend to any bride or maid of honor. Josie also talks about why being celebrated can feel surprisingly vulnerable, how to avoid the expectation trap, and why some of the most meaningful parts of adulthood still look a lot like girlhood. Whether you’re planning a bachelorette, in your bridal era, or just need a reminder to romanticize your friendships and celebrate your life a little more, this one’s for you.For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#287: If you’ve been craving a reset, this is it. In this special mini episode, we’re doing a guided Hot Girl Summer Life Audit together to help you reset, reconnect with yourself, and intentionally create the kind of summer you actually want to have. Think of this as part journaling exercise, part visualization, part therapy session. We’ll assess where your life feels energizing (and where it doesn’t), identify the habits and mindsets your best self would leave behind, and create your personal Hot Girl Summer rules so you can stop waiting and start actually living. Grab a journal, take a walk, or just press play and audit your life for Hot Girl Summer.For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#286: Jenna Dewan is an actor, dancer, producer, and one of the most iconic performers of our generation. Today, she joins Josie for a candid conversation about ambition, confidence, motherhood, and what it really takes to build a dream life. From dancing for Janet Jackson at just 18 to becoming a household name with "Step Up," Jenna has had a hugely successful career–but this conversation goes far beyond the glamorous highlight reel. She opens up about purpose, how she built confidence from a young age, what performing on the world’s biggest stages taught her about self-belief, and the powerful leadership lessons she learned from Janet. We also get into motherhood, evolving identity, navigating ambition as a woman, and how to stay grounded while moving through major life transitions. If you’ve ever wondered how successful women actually build confidence (or needed a reminder to trust your own path) this episode is for you.In this episode, we discuss:What dancing for Janet Jackson taught her about confidence, leadership, and successHow to build self-belief before you have proofWhy perfection leaves you feeling smallThe pressure women feel around ambition, parenting, and “doing it all”Jenna’s perspective on motherhood, identity, and personal evolutionWhy kindness and power can absolutely coexistFor Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

#285: She became one of the most iconic bridal designers in the world before she turned 30. Her dresses defined an era of weddings, built a cult following, and made her name synonymous with modern bridal fashion. Then she lost the rights to her own name–and fought vigorously to get it back. The iconic Hayley Paige is sharing the unbelievable story behind the headlines: the lawsuit that took away her brand, identity, and career as she knew it, and the years-long fight to rebuild her life and reclaim her voice. But this episode is about so much more than contracts or fashion. It’s about people-pleasing, ambition, resilience, and learning to advocate for yourself before the world forces you to. Josie and Hayley also chat all things wedding trends, bridal looks they love, and what it's like being in their bridal eras.This episode is brought to you by Veet.Shop Veet 2 Minute Gel Cream at Walmart!For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com