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Feeling exhausted or disconnected from your body—even when you’re “doing everything right?” K+L sit down with DailyBasis founders Izzy Fischer + Sophie Allen, alongside board-certified OBGYN Christy Evans, for an eye-opening conversation about the hidden health struggles impacting millions of women.

From eating disorders + chronic stress to hormone imbalances + cycle syncing, they unpack why so many women feel dismissed by the healthcare system—and how understanding your menstrual cycle can completely change the way you approach your health, energy, relationships, and life.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by wellness advice, frustrated by your hormones, or confused about what supplements actually support your body, this episode offers a grounded, empowering approach to women’s health—and will change the way you think about your body for good.

We also talk about:

PMDD, hormone imbalance, and severe mood swings

Why women are chronically exhausted + burnt out

The connection between body image, control, and eating disorders

How hormones impact hunger, energy, confidence, and anxiety

Why women’s health research has historically ignored female biology

The truth about cycle syncing + wellness obsession

Iron deficiency, heavy periods, and nutrient depletion

How understanding your cycle can improve relationships + self-compassion

Resources:

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What happens when the life you worked so hard for no longer feels like your dream? In this deeply honest conversation, author + self-healing expert Yasmine Cheyenne joins Lindsey to unpack burnout, reinvention, and the emotional reality of entering your “comeback era.” 

Yasmine opens up about the pressure women feel to hold everything together while secretly feeling disconnected. From motherhood and ambition to the weight of comparison and perfectionism, she shares how self-betrayal kept her stuck—and why honesty finally set her free.

Together, they discuss reconnecting with your younger self + learning how to trust your desires again. Yasmine shares wisdom on boundaries, self-worth + taking small steps toward the life you actually want. This conversation is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to choose yourself.

We also talk about:

Reconnecting with your younger self

Why success can still feel unfulfilling

Comparison, perfectionism + self-betrayal

The fear of starting over later in life

Building self-trust through small daily steps

Boundaries, honesty + hard conversations

Grieving old versions of yourself

Redefining success on your own terms

Giving yourself permission to choose yourself

Resources:

http://yasminecheyenne.com

http://instagram.com/yasminecheyenne

https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-comeback-era-yasmine-cheyenne?variant=44065298153506

https://yasminecheyenne.substack.com/

Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. 

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This solo episode with Krista is a raw, unfiltered conversation on body image, wellness culture, and the emotional cost of chasing the “perfect” body. Krista opens up about the toxic side of influencer culture, body shame, and how social media disconnects women from themselves.

From disordered eating + GLP-1 conversations to nervous system healing + identity work, Krista shares the powerful mindset shifts that helped her stop obsessing over weight + finally feel at home in her body. 

If you’ve ever compared yourself to others, felt trapped in diet culture, or believed your happiness lived on the other side of being thinner, this episode will change the way you see your body. This is about healing your relationship with yourself, and finally learning how to feel free in your own skin.

We also talk about:

The dark side of wellness and “fitspo” culture

Why many influencers secretly struggle with body image + control

How social media fuels comparison, insecurity, and perfectionism

The emotional roots of overeating, restriction, and food obsession

Why your body holds onto weight when it doesn’t feel safe

Nervous system healing, trauma responses, and body liberation

Krista’s personal story with body image, divorce, and healing

Why diets fail without identity work + self-worth

How to stop outsourcing your intuition to influencers online

Building a healthier relationship with food, movement, and yourself

Resources:

Instagram: @itskrista

Website: https://itskrista.com/

Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. 

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BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month.

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In this episode, K+L share what it really takes to create a podcast that lasts. From recording awkward early episodes on a $15 mic to building Almost 30 into a global brand and loyal community, they open up about the behind-the-scenes realities of starting a podcast in 2026.

They dive into what actually makes a podcast stand out in today’s world, why personality matters more than ever in the age of AI, and how your voice and story become your biggest advantage. If you’ve been waiting to feel “ready” to share your message, this episode is your sign to start.

K+L also open up about the identity shifts, self-doubt, nervous system regulation, video anxiety, and growing pains that no one talks about. This is your reminder that the people you admire started messy too—and that consistency + connection will always matter more than perfection.

We also talk about:

Why most podcasts fail before they ever find momentum

The importance of finding your unique voice in the AI era

How to stop obsessing over downloads + focus on mastery

Why listeners connect more deeply with hosts than guests

The real reason community-building matters for podcast growth

How social media + short-form clips drive discoverability in 2026

The surprising psychology behind “cult-like” podcast communities

Why interview shows are harder to grow today than solo formats

The exact mindset shift that helped Almost 30 build a loyal audience for 10 years

Resources:

Instagram: @lindseysimcik 

Instagram: @itskrista 

Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. 

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Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order.

Cozy Earth | Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code ALMOST30 for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here! 

Ritual | Don’t settle for less than evidence-based support. Save 25% on your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30. 

BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month.

Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30.

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In this solo episode, Lindsey dives into the dating pattern so many of us secretly fall into but rarely admit: future tripping. From imagining a future with someone after one date to wondering if they could be “the one,” Lindsey reframes future tripping as something deeper than overthinking.

Lindsey explores the psychology behind future tripping, the difference between intuition + anxiety in relationships, and how your nervous system often recognizes compatibility before your mind does. Lindsey also shares the powerful dating lessons she learned through years of being single.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever ignored their instincts, stayed too long because of someone’s “potential,” or questioned what they truly want. Lindsey shares a new framework for dating rooted in self-trust, and understanding what your imagined future may be trying to tell you. 

We also talk about:

Why future tripping is actually rooted in neuroscience + attachment theory

Signs you’re confusing potential with reality

Why “I can change them” is often a dangerous mindset

The subtle difference between compromising + abandoning yourself

Green flags that signal real emotional growth in a partner

How to identify compatibility beyond chemistry and attraction

What your imagined future reveals about your deepest desires + values

Lindsey’s personal dating stories before meeting her husband Sean

Resources:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindseysimcik/

Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. 

Sponsors:

Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30.

Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order.

Cozy Earth | Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code ALMOST30 for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here! 

Ritual | Don’t settle for less than evidence-based support. Save 25% on your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30. 

BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month.

Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today.

To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected].

Learn More:

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https://almost30.com/book

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Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer. 

Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro.

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