Best Adele Elysee Podcasts (2025)

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What We Learned in 2025, Viral TikTok Salmon, and Making Republicans “Cool” 29:14

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This week, we’re talking: Lessons learned in 2025, bringing a sense of play into our every day lives, cubed salmon, jump roping on TikTok, muddling, exploring beauty as an expression of our individuality, AI Babies with buss down wigs, making Republicans “cool,” gay stuff in 2025, and our Hot Bitches of 2025! Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive…

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Feeling Isolated? Do This ONE Thing To Rebuild Real Connection 48:17

5d ago48:17

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Connection isn’t just about being around people — it’s about feeling seen. This week on Getting Better, JVN sits down certified mental health coach and founder of the SEEN Method, Morgan Burch, for a powerful conversation about authenticity, isolation, and what actually makes relationships work. Together, they unpack why so many of us feel disconne…

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'Twas the Night Before Deadline (Episode 260) 4:09

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We had a little fun with this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast. Please enjoy this playful, poetic take on the chaotic, caffeinated, and creatively charged moments every copywriter knows all too well, inspired by “A Visit from St. Nicholas, a.k.a. “The Night Before Christmas.” --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here…

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Cleansing Our 2025 Algorithms - ICYMI 36:00

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This week, we’re looking back at our favorite Monday Edit moments - just like in the Golden Girls when they sit at the kitchen table with their cheesecake and reminiscence, we're looking back at what was going on in YOUR world this year, the TikTok’s that spent the most time on our FYP, and one of our fave Hot Bitches of the Week! Stay tuned for an…

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My First Book 0:52

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Art is an Allergic Reaction to Beauty by Adele Elysée Paperback Hardcover Kindle Art is an Allergic Reaction to Beauty by Adele Elysée <3!

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When Setting Boundaries Means Going No Contact — with Melissa Urban 47:07

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Boundaries aren’t about being mean — they’re about being clear. This week on Getting Better, JVN sits down with Melissa Urban, founder of Whole30 and a leading voice on boundaries, to talk about how to set limits that actually stick — especially when emotions, history, and guilt get involved. From defining what a boundary really is (hint: it’s not …

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She Quit the Course, Then Came Back and Built a Full-Time Copywriting Career - Jade's Story (Episode 259) 29:05

13d ago29:05

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Ever feel like quitting? Well, Jade did quit the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy. For like, years. But on this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, she’s sharing the far juicier part of the story: what she did differently when she came back to the CCA. Because it’s what she did differently that ultimately led her to a full-time…

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Why We're Blocking CBS News, JVN Takes Europe, Celebrating Semaglutide Success 37:18

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This week, we’re talking: Going no contact, All Her Fault, the Fanning Sisters, ADHD flow states, JVN’s new favorite European city, Miss Universe pregnancy rules, Norway’s royal family, Matthew Morrison’s dance breaks, thirsty little c*nts on Tiktok, "rebranding" domestic terrorism, Bari Weiss, blocking CBS news, Glogg, Tumeric, and success with se…

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How to Pivot Your Career Without Spiraling — with Adam Rippon 53:00

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Your worth is not tied to your results. This week, JVN is joined by Olympic Bronze Medalist - figure skater, author, and all-around icon Adam Rippon to talk about career pivots, personal reinvention, and why stepping into a new chapter can be one of the most powerful moves you make. They’re talking all about growing up in the golden age of 90s and …

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From Scarcity to Strategy: An Honest Update on Kate's Money Mindset (Episode 258) 46:34

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The last time Kate shared a money update she was … uncomfortable to say the least. I mean, we were coming off a pandemic. (You can watch that episode where she broke down her copywriting earnings right here.) But SO much has evolved in the last four years. So, we felt like it was time to give you an update. On this episode of the Build Your Copywri…

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Trump v. Slaughter, Spotify Wrapped, Pantone's Color of the Year 32:27

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This week, we’re talking: JVN’s Euro Hot & Healed Tour, English Breakfasts, Whole Foods hot bars, Simone Biles’ first figure skating lesson, Instagram Close Friends Stories, NSFW shaped lipstick, home renovation revelations, Christina Aguilera at the Eiffel Tower, honey on toes, Trump v. Slaughter, Spotify Wrapped, and Pantone’s Color of the year -…

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How to Transform Your Relationships: Attachment Styles with Thais Gibson 50:44

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Relationships aren’t just about chemistry or communication — they’re shaped by the attachment style running the show behind-the-scenes. This week, JVN sits down with author, educator, and founder of The Personal Development School, Thais Gibson, to break down the four core attachment styles and how they shape the way we love, communicate, and conne…

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Copywriting from a Rural New Zealand Kiwi Farm - Catherine's Story (Episode 257) 31:36

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Ever feel like some stories just stay with you? That’s Catherine’s story for me. Catherine stepped away from a successful corporate career to raise her family in rural New Zealand. Then came a cancer diagnosis that flung everything into perspective. On this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, Catherine shares how she built relat…

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Location Reveals on X, TikTok Karens, Advice for Mature Skincare 28:15

29d ago28:15

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This week, we’re talking: Thanksgiving recuperation, JVN Takes Europe, our continued Jennifer Welch obsession, attachment styles, TikTok hairstylist dramas, Crafty Slaughter LLC, Sami Sage (Betches)’s Incredible breakdown of some Trump admin corruption correlation, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Resignation, mature skincare recommendations, and Irish bre…

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How To Spot BS — with Jennifer Welch from "I've Had It" 52:01

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Today, we’re refining our BS reader with one the BEST in the biz - Jennifer Welch - from “I’ve Had It”! Together, JVN and Jennifer dive into how to hold people accountable, discern the news we’re watching, and call out hypocrisy in both everyday life and in U.S. politics. Jennifer leads by example how we can practice accountability at home, in frie…

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Copywriter Holiday Dinner Survival [Rewind] 30:18

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Raise your hand if you’ve ever told someone you’re a “copywriter” and 5 minutes later you realize they think you’re a copyrighter. 🙋🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️ We want to help you avoid that situation and ALL the others like it. That’s why Kate and I had the brilliant-beyond-brilliant idea to put together not one podcast episode this week but five super-short episode…

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JVN’s Wicked FOMO, Mary Bruce Brings Back Journalism, Epstein File Vote 29:45

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This week, we're talking: visits to Drew Afualo & Suzanne Lambert’s podcasts, the Finlandia Trophy, Thanksgiving prep, Paul Revere, JVN’s upcoming European tour, Carmen Sandiego, “Where In The World Is JVN,” horses in the stable, Mikayla Noguiera’s haircut, Zara Larsson, the return of the salmon chunks, the death of Tierra Walker and abortion acces…

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How To Protect Your Peace - The Art of Self-Care with Heather McMahan 50:33

1M ago50:33

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Travel nightmares, cocktail jazz, & laughing gas…oh my! This week, JVN is joined by comedian and certified delight, Heather McMahan (host, Absolutely Not) They’re talking: baths vs. showers, jazz scatting, preferred quesadilla orders, comedy in 2025, mid-flight medical emergencies, eyelashes, meeting people where they’re at, finding rituals that gr…

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From Teaching to Copywriting While Facing Life’s Biggest Tests - Joanna's Story (Episode 256) 26:00

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What a privilege it is that you and I get to exist on the planet at the same time as Joana. And when you listen to this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, I think you’ll get why. Like many of us, Joanna craved more of what’s most important in life: time with family. A teacher and mom of three, Joanna is proof that we don’t need…

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Cynthia Erivo’s Reflexes, Hilary Duff’s Return, the Last Penny 38:26

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This week, we’re talking: JVN’s return to yoga, which comedian makes JVN pull an oblique & an intercostal muscle, the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen, the perils of ankles being in weird positions, “Going Up on A Tuesday,” chickens in the Philippines, shark attacks, Cynthia Erivo’s reflexes, Megyn Kelly’s grift, The Devil Wears Prada 2 Trailer, …

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Radical Self-Care in a World Built on White Norms (with Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter) 46:41

2M ago46:41

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Woke Mind Virus? How about the Whiteness Mindset! JVN welcomes psychologist and author Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter to dig into his new book, How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories, and explore how a “whiteness mindset” shows up in everyday life. We talk about what it is, who exhibits it, how it drives control and denial, feeds our co…

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How to Write Scroll-Stopping Social Media Bios and Posts 31:29

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If you’re going to spend time on social media, my friend, make it count. As you’ve liiiiikely experienced, social media is a major time suck by design. No one is immune. One minute I’m looking at a business owner’s account for tips on hiring, and the next thing I know it’s been 30 minutes and I’ve watched: 👰‍♀️ Wedding highlights from a couple I do…

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Mayor Mamdani’s Megawatt Smile, The Simpson’s Fortnite Takeover, Body Contouring 29:29

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This week, we’re talking: Elyse Myers making The NY Times Best Seller List, Unisex Bathrooms, our TikTok round up, scorned Trump supporter centrists, the election of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, taxing billionaires and corporations, and answering your listener question! Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive content, bonus episodes, and more! www.patreon…

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What It’s Like to Get an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult (with Elyse Myers) 50:32

2M ago50:32

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Elyse Myers, (writer/creator) stopped by to talk to JVN all about her new book That's A Great Question, I'd Love To Tell You, living with ADHD, and navigating parenthood after being diagnosed with Autism as an adult. From masking and people-pleasing to boundaries and self-acceptance, Elyse shares the before/after of getting language following her d…

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Using Copywriting as a Launchpad to Consultancy - Catching Up with Adele (Episode 254) 41:56

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I don’t like to play favorites, but according to the data, one of our most-watched student stories of all time was with Adele and her now-husband Jake (you can watch that original episode right here). The two of them were super kind enough to share what it was like shifting from a completely unrelated job into copywriting—and supporting a loved one…

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The Truth About SNAP Benefits and the Nuance of Lily Allen’s “West End Girl” 33:00

2M ago33:00

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This week, we’re talking: money confidence, JVN Hair Update: Air Dry Cream…in tubs!, lazy headlines around GLP-1s, the return of Chris’ bob, pig & cow content, whistling, Poot Lovato, attacks on Same-Sex marriage, cis-gendered nuance, "West End Girl," Thanksgiving advice, and our Hot Bitch of the Week. Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive conten…

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How To Build Financial Self Confidence with Financial Feminist 47:07

2M ago47:07

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Money isn’t just about math — it’s about mindset. This week, JVN welcomes back financial educator, Her First $100K founder, and Financial Feminist Podcast host Tori Dunlap to the pod to talk about how we can break free from money shame and finally feel confident with our cash! From debt and credit cards to saving, investing, and taxes, Tori breaks …

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Creativity vs. Consumption: Are You Overdue for an Unplug? (Episode 253) 23:41

2M ago23:41

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OK, if you’re honest with me, I’ll be honest with you: How many podcasts, emails, newsletters, trainings, etc.etc.etc. are on your “to listen/watch/read” list? Last I checked, I had 103 podcast episodes downloaded. Kate told me her Goodreads “want to read” list currently sits at 398 books. Will I listen to some of those podcasts? Absolutely. Will K…

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White House Ballroom, Kristi Noem’s Private Jet, Louvre Thieves 38:36

2M ago38:36

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This week, we’re talking: some big considerations following last week’s hypnosis episode, Halloween, money shame, soft-pitching “The Cancelistas,” speaking on panels, smoked fish, Ralph Lauren Christmas, the continued government shutdown, SNAP benefits, the White House Ballroom renovation, $230 Million from the Justice Department, Kristi Noem’s pri…

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Can Hypnosis Really Rewire Your Brain? 53:15

2M ago53:15

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Hypnosis is not just swinging watches, stage magic, or Scooby Doo fodder - it's a tool we can all use to help rewire our brains. This week, JVN talks with Melissa Tiers, founder of The Center for Integrative Hypnosis in New York City. Melissa is a hypnotist whose work spans decades and has helped people effectively rewire their brains for the bette…

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President of the Slow Turtle Club - Elyse's Story (Episode 252) 53:11

2M ago53:11

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I need to get one thing out of the way: Elyse is the self-described president of the Slow Turtle Club™. If I were to give her a title, it’d be president of the Really-Cool Canadian Copywriters Club™. In all seriousness, if you’ve ever felt like everyone else is speeding ahead while you’re still like, “where do I even start?!” then, Elyse is going t…

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Leaked Young Republicans Telegram Chat, Wigs, the Price of Milk 40:20

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This week, we’re talking: Warning labels on wigs, The Drowsy Chaperone at Carnegie Hall, what hypnosis can do for you, the Politico article on Young Republican leaders and their White supremacist, racist, and deeply offensive Telegram chat, the world gymnastics championship, our love of Peacock, Sunday Scaries, apple cider & apple cider donut flavo…

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Let’s Stop Weaponizing Therapy-Speak (and Start Communicating Better) 49:50

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We’re living in a time when mental health terms are EVERYWHERE. But is our obsession with therapy-speak helping us grow, or just confusing us more? This week, JVN sits down with psychotherapist and author Joe Nucci to talk about his new book PSYCHOBABBLE and the rise of pop psychology online. Together, they unpack what a psychotherapist really does…

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Lessons from Nicki's new freelance client (Episode 251) 48:52

2M ago48:52

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You may have heard me say that I only verrrrrry occasionally take on freelance clients. (Supporting students in the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy is my #1 job!) So, when I tell you this one was too good to pass up you know it’s goooood. On this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, I’m telling you all about it. And I’ll be hon…

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Life of a Showgirl Debrief, Plenary Authority, Prosecuting Political Enemies 31:26

3M ago31:26

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This week, we’re talking: a National amendment to enshrine abortion access as healthcare, JVN Holiday Box Gift sets, navigating online “therapy speak,” The Drowsy Chaperone at Carnegie Hall, the fate of Ophelia music video, Tiktoks overtaking our algorithm, the unfolding ceasefire, prosecuting political enemies, supporting NPR, Dylan Mulvaney’s one…

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How to Stay Hopeful (and Powerful) When Rights Are Under Threat — with Planned Parenthood’s Alexis McGill Johnson 48:42

3M ago48:42

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Planned Parenthood President and CEO Alexis McGill Johnson is here and we are fired up! Alexis is leading the fight to protect reproductive freedom at a time when access to healthcare is under attack across the U.S.—and she’s breaking it all down for us. JVN sat down with Alexis to talk about the real-world impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act,…

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A Major Midlife Shakeup from Teaching to Copywriting - Vikki's Story (Episode 250) 37:10

3M ago37:10

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Presenting Heavyweight: The Messenger 38:47

3M ago38:47

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By Sony Music Entertainment / Jonathan Van Ness

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AI Trump Memes, OBBBA Tax Breaks & Healthcare Cuts 31:21

3M ago31:21

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We’re talking: WAYWARD’s No. 1 spot on Netflix, celeb sightings at The Corner Store, Figure Skating & Gymnastics on Peacock, bag etiquette, AI Trump posts, One Big Beautiful Bill Act tax breaks & healthcare cuts, what extreme gender ideology actually is, situationship ghosting, Libra season, Diet Coke with Lime, and ponytails in baseball hats. Tikt…

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From WAYWARD Teen to Comedy Legend with Mae Martin 51:55

3M ago51:55

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Comedian, actor, and writer Mae Martin joins the podcast for a wild ride through their journey — from discovering Ace Ventura as a kid, to cutting their teeth in comedy clubs, to creating the hit Netflix series Wayward. In this episode, Mae opens up about how identity, rejection, and resilience have shaped their comedy and storytelling, and why Way…

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The Copywriter’s Guide to Showing Up (Strategically) on Social (Episode 249) 34:16

3M ago34:16

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If the thought of “showing up on social” makes you want to toss your phone out the window … you’re not alone. Here’s the truth: social media can help you grow your copywriting business—but not in the way most people think. (And if you’re OVER social media, then skip this episode. You DO NOT have to be on social media to have a thriving business, no…

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The Non-Rapture, JVN on FOX News, Mariah Carey’s “Here For It All” 48:37

3M ago48:37

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We’re talking: JVN’s singing career crossover, the Rapture (or lack thereof), our FOX News feature, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 6 Premiere, razor blade COVID, NDM-CRE bacteria, the dismantling of our Healthcare System, Government Shutdown, Jimmy Kimmel’s return (except Quincy, IL), Mariah Carey’s 16th studio album Here For It All, find…

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JVN Gets a Lesson in Singing & Finding Confidence with Vocal Coach Cheryl Porter 54:19

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Vocal coach, and now Broadway star in “& Juliet.”, Cheryl Porter sits down with Jonathan Van Ness for an unforgettable voice lesson that’s about more than just singing. Cheryl doesn’t just teach notes — she teaches confidence, positivity, and how to let go of shame to truly find your voice. They dive into Cheryl’s decades long career in Italy, watc…

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Police Officer to Copywriter—without Pitching - Martin's Story (Episode 248) 36:35

3M ago36:35

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I have been just as burned out as the next person. Before I became a copywriter, I was working at a health club, but my mental health was at its lowest. So, I related so deeply to Martin. Martin spent 15 (!!!) years as a police officer. To say he was burned out is an understatement. On this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, he…

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LGB Separation, Haircuts & Mental Health, Practical Magic 2 24:19

3M ago24:19

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We’re talking: Jeffree Star & the LGB separation, Larry the Cat updates, StyleFix Stick Launch at JVN Hair, rewatching Designing Women, our favorite Britney Spears clips, haircuts & mental health, and Practical Magic 2. Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video epis…

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How To Actually Make An Impact with Rep. Jasmine Crockett 52:23

3M ago52:23

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What happens when a razor-sharp elected official and a relentlessly curious host sit down to discuss what it takes to make lasting change? This week, JVN is joined by the unstoppable Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett — U.S. Representative from Texas, lawyer, lay it on the line truth-teller, and rising voice in the Democratic Party. Together, they unpa…

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Are You Missing the Most Important Part of the “Let Them” Theory? (Episode 247) 28:24

3M ago28:24

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You’ve probably heard Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” theory by now. (If not, pick up a copy or get on your library’s waitlist—trust us, there’s a waitlist for good reason!) Let them underestimate you. Let them judge. Let them do their thing. It’s a powerful mindset shift—but it’s only the beginning. On this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business p…

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JVN talks NYFW, Updates on the Epstein Birthday Book, Mariah Carey in the Amazon 22:48

4M ago22:48

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We’re talking: gun violence, New York Fashion Week Hair, Sylvia Browne resurgence, fist fights on the FYP, Epstein’s Birthday Book, pink dolphins, and Mariah Carey in the Amazon. Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wedn…

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Make Oversharing Your Superpower with Tefi Pessoa 53:02

4M ago53:02

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What happens when two professional oversharers get together? Pure magic... and a little chaos. JVN is joined by the incomparable Tefi Pessoa — culture commentator, internet big sister, and now host of her brand-new podcast Tefi Talks. Come for the tea, stay for the wisdom, and leave with a little extra permission to embrace your inner oversharer. T…

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From Copywriter to Launching Her Own Business - Jeanette's Story (Episode 246) 33:26

4M ago33:26

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What if you pursue copywriting and realize … this still isn’t the right path? After getting laid off, Jeanette launched her copywriting business (in an impressive 30 days!). But six months in despite hitting her goals, she realized something still didn’t feel right. So, she pivoted again. On this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podca…