50 Shades of Kay

Help end the stigma when it comes to talking about mental health. Do you or someone you know suffer with postpartum depression? You're not alone. It's not uncommon. There's over 3 million cases reported in the U.S. each year. Host Elizabeth Kay sat down and talked with Mix listener Amy about her struggles and how she found hope during a really dark time.

For help and more information when it comes to postpartum depression, visit postpartumprogress.com.

Remember, you are not alone.

By now you've seen the pictures of "Big Little Lies" co-stars Nicole Kidman and Alexander Skarsgard kissing each other at the Emmys, but is it considered cheating? Especially when her husband Keith Urban was right there??? Host Elizabeth Kay discusses this and other relatioship advice with local professional matchmaker Julie Amann with It's Just Lunch!

Interested in finding love? Then reach out to It's Just Lunch by clicking here.

Today could be the day you've been waiting for!

If you're a fan of fashion and you love the reaity show "Project Runway" then make plans to be in Milwaukee on Ocotober 11th! The "Project Runway" season 15 cast will reunite for one night only for a fashion show to benefit the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County. All your favorite designers will be there including winner Erin Robertson and we might even see some of the judges! Is Heidi Klum coming to Milwaukee with Tim Gunn???

In this podcast, host Elizabeth Kay sits down with Milwaukee designer and former season 15 "Project Runway" contestant Linda Marcus to talk about this one of a kind event - Project ReUNITED Makes it Work!

100% of ticket sales will go to the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County.

For tickets, visit http://unitedwaygmwc.org/ReUNITED

And if you can't make the event - you can also watch the event on Facebook Live at https://www.facebook.com/UnitedWayGMWC/

Doors open at 5:30pm; the Runway show is at 7pm; and you can shop the artists designs at pop-up shops at 8pm and then there's the after party!

Hope to see you there!

Parenting is already hard enough and being a single parent is even harder. In this podcast host Elizabeth Kay sits down with her friend and single mom Alley Faith about the hard days, how does she co-parent with her ex and what she needs to do to get through the long days with her two sons.

To connect with Alley Faith from 103.7 KISS FM, you can find her on Facebook.

Thanks for listening!

Has your romantic relationship lost its spark? Are you constantly fighting with your partner? Do you feel a lot of resentment and anger? There is help! Join host Elizabeth Kay in this podcast where she talks with Milwaukee professional relationship counselor, Patrick Schultz, about the 10 ways to get that spark back in your relationship.

To contact Patrick Schultz, just visit the website MilwaukeeCounselor.com.

Want to look and feel your best? There's an app for that! Elizabeth Kay sits down with heath and wellness coach Nicole Goodno to discuss the secrets to look your best.

Contact Nicole Goodno on Facebook here.

The book, Nicole referenced, The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy.

Black Tie Optional (part of the Wild Wedding Series) is the latest contemporary romance novel that women are talking about with their girlfriends. Host Elizabeth Kay sat down with the author, Ann Marie Walker, to talk about this series and to offer advice to listeners who are trying to get published.

Click here to purchase the "Fun Sexy romp" Black Tie Optional.

To reach Ann Marie Walker, visit her website AnnMarieWalker.com

Look and feel your best this summer! This podcast is all about summer fashion, what you should be wearing to those summer weddings and how to save yourself a ton of money the next time you go shopping with style expert and lifestyle blogger Jordan Dechambre.

Want to follow Jordan Dechambre on Instagram or contact her for a closet consultation? Just visit jordandechambrestyle.com

Does your life exhaust you? Does your life fulfill you? Are you a victim of circumstance and you can't seem to find your way. It's never too late to make a change and get on the right path that works for YOU!

In this podcast, host Elizabeth Kay talks with author Dr. Nancy Irwin about her book You Turn: Changing Direction Midlife. Hopefully this book will give you the courage you need to make a change.

To learn more about the book You Turn: Changing Midlife, click here.

To hear Dr. Nancy's podcast on "50 Shades of Kay" discussing her book Breaking Through! Stories of Hope and Recovery, click here.

Do you know a happy stepmom? Or is that some type of oxymoron? Host and fellow stepmom Elizabeth Kay talked with author Dr. Rachelle Katz  about her book "The Happy Stepmother." This book offers 10 steps to help stepmoms find some peace and balance in their life.

To learn more about "The Happy Stepmother" and to get support from other stepmoms, click here.

Raising a child is hard enough at times. Raising a child with special needs brings it's own set of challenges. How do you navigate through these challenges and setbacks? Host Elizabeth Kay sat down with her friend Tammy Flynn to talk about what she has gone through and what she has learned these past 20 years of raising her son with special needs.

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Need more pleasure in your relationship...or maybe you want more pleasure with yourself? If you answered "yes" then you need to listen to this podcast. "America's Pleasure Coach" Dr. Sadie Allison is back with host Elizabeth Kay with some new fun things to try.

For more info on Dr. Sadie Allison, click here.

Are you planning on buying flowers for Mother's Day? Or are you working with a florist for your wedding? Host Elizabeth Kay talks with Sendik's Food Market's floral designer Bjorn Chinander about the dos and don'ts of buying flowers before a special occasion.

Visit Sendik's Home by clicking here.

Do you or does someone you know struggle with addiction? There is hope and you're not alone. In this week's podcast, host Elizabeth Kay talks with psychologist, life coach and author Dr. Nancy B. Irwin about her book Breaking Through!: Stories of Hope and Recovery.

To learn more about Dr. Nancy B. Irwin click here.

To purchase Breaking Through!: Stories of Hope and Recovery, click here.

To learn more about Seasons Recovery Center in Malibu, click here.

It's never too late to get healthy! Should you really eat more if you want to look better? What should you know BEFORE you join a gym? Just in time for summer, host Elizabeth Kay sits down with Health Coach and Pro Figure Competitor Nicole Goodno and personal trainer/GM of The WAC Greenfield Pam Muellenbach to answer these questions and more!

To learn more about Nicole Goodno, click here.

To learn more about The WAC, click here.

More and more families are becoming step families, but can these blended families actually work? Host Elizabeth Kay sits down with a stepmom and a biological mom to talk more in depth about the challenges that come with these modern families.

Book referenced in the podcast:

The Happy Stepmother

ADULT CONTENT: Ever wonder why nice men date mean women? Or why do men fall asleep after messing around? Host Elizabeth Kay and her guest Bjorn will explain what's really going on in a man's brain in this week's podcast!

Does St. Patty's Day have you daydreaming about traveling to Ireland? Don't leave it up to the luck of the Irish before you leave for your trip.

In this podcast, host Elizabeth Kay talks to travel agent Lisa Hoppe. Find out the do's and don'ts and when is the BEST time of the year to visit " The Emerald Isle."

Wanna getaway? Plan your trip now and visit Lisa Hoppe's website here.

What are the 5 essential pieces every woman should have in her closet? Host Elizabeth Kay talked with fasion stylist Jordan Dechambre who answers that question!

Get up to date lifestyle, fashion and style advice from Jordan Dechambre's blog by clicking here.

Find Jordan Dechambre on Instagram by clicking here.

Beyonce, Amal Clooney - these days it seems more and more celebrities are pregnant with twins, but what is it really like to raise multiples? Host Elizabeth Kay talks with her friend Amy Taylor who has triplet daughters. What was her biggest concern when she found out she having three babies?! How does Amy handle the sibling rivalries? What's her relationship like now with her husband? Find out in this week's podcast.

Are you looking for love, but you're always coming up short? This podcast is for you!

Host Elizabeth Kay talks with matchmaker Julie Amann from It's Just Lunch about what you can do TODAY to find love!

Click here to make the first step to finding love with It's Just Lunch.

(ADULT CONTENT) Do you want more pleasure in the bedroom? In this podcast, Elizabeth Kay talks to "America's Pleasure Coach" Dr. Sadie Allison. From toys, to her books and so much more, Dr. Sadie will help you find the pleasure you've been craving in your relationship.

Click here to shop at TickleKitty.com.

Click here to learn more about Dr. Sadie Allison.

(ADULT CONTENT) If you enjoyed reading the books "Fifty Shades of Grey" what do you read now??? This podcast can help with these juicy suggestions from my librarian sister, Rachel.

Click HERE to read the PDF that Rachel put together of book suggestions. Happy reading :)

(ADULT CONTENT) Are you ready to get playful?! Just in time for Valentine's Day, host Elizabeth Kay interviewed author Laura Corn to discuss her best selling book, "101 Nights of Great Sex!"

Laura's book has sold over 1 million copies and her fans include Britney Spears, Gwyneth Paltrow, Heather Locklear and so many more!

There's even an app for you and your partner to try!

To learn more visit her website www.101nights.com

So what is "Fifty Shades of Kay" the podcast all about???

Host Elizabeth Kay explains and gives a quick tease for who will be a guest on the next episode (here's a hint - it's pretty sexy).

Feel more align with your feminine self and take care of your pelvic floor!

Molly Sommerhalder is back on the 50 Shades of Kay podcast to share her journey and to bring pelvic pain out in the open. Don't be shy, let's talk about this very important area in a woman (and man's) life!

Molly is the founder of Swan in the Lotus, Yoga and Wellness. She is a woman's embodiment coach and yoga teacher. She's been on a lifelong journey to healing her high-toned pelvic floor. She hopes her struggles, her journey and her knowledge can help you create a space for embodiment and self love!

Referenced in this episode:

Between The Hips by Dr. Meghan Rorabeck

Swan in the Lotus, Yoga and Wellness - SLWellness.info

April is Organ Donation Month and as a proud kidney donor, it's become my life's mission to spread awareness about how you can make a difference in someone's life.

YOU have the power to save a life, just like Laura Hutchings from Mequon. She's a mom of four and saw a billboard about organ donation and decided to go ahead and donate her kidney to a complete stranger!

We hope our stories will inspire you to seek more information about how you can become an organ donor too!

If you'd like to learn more visit DonateLife.net

To help those fighting kidney disease or to find out if you're at risk visit KidneyWI.org or American Kidney Fund.

If you're going to be in a relationship, why not make it a good one?

And just in time for Valentine's Day!

Relationship and Intimacy coach,Allison Orlovsky is back on 50 Shades of Kay to help you bring back the playfulness. She's also launched a new fun way to level up your relationship in the Relationship Revolution! It's about making bite-sized shifts in both your mind and actions to move your relationship forward and it's actually FUN!

To join visit member.relationship-revolution.com

The answer is QWO at Aesthetics 360 in Milwaukee!! This is a new cutting-edge treatment without the cutting that will diminish the appearance of cellulite! It only takes 3 treatments and you'll have smoother looking skin! A360 owner, Charlotte Fairburn, is back on 50 Shades of Kay to tell us more about this amazing, first of its kind treatment!

For more info and to book a FREE consultation, visit A360mke.com

ADULT CONVERSATION!

Self love is important for your physical, emotional and mental health. And today we’re talking about giving yourself the BIG O!!

Molly Sommerhalder is back!! She is the founder of Swan in the Lotus, Yoga and Wellness. She’s a woman’s embodiment coach and a yoga teacher. She has been on a lifelong journey to healing her high-toned pelvic floor and sharing her experience and knowledge with all of you so that you can create a space for embodiment and self love!

And that conversation we had back in July on the podcast we touched (pun intended) a little bit on orgasms and the importance of having an orgasm.

She'll guide you through steps you can do today to help you achieve orgasm and feel more in line with your feminine self.

To learn more and connect with Molly visit SLWellness.info

If you should ever be attacked, would you know how to respond?

At 20 years old, Tiffany Armstrong fought off an attacker at a house party in Pewaukee. She had zero formal self defense training, but she fought back and survived with 3 basic techniques.

Her attack sparked her to go on and earn two different degree black belts in street-smart self-defense!

And now, for over 22 years, Tiffany has educated and empowered over 250,000 women, men and children around the world to protect themselves.

In today's episode you'll learn how attackers pick their victims and what are some moves you can do so that you can get away safely!

To connect with Tiffany, take her online training course or learn how to outsmart an intruder, visit TIFFANYARMSTRONG.NET

This fall – you need a SHACKET in your closet!

Sweaters and shackets and boots – oh my!

Fashion stylist and my dear friend Jordan Dechambre is back on my 50 Shades of Kay Podcast to tell us what we should be wearing this Fall to look and feel our best!

Jordan offers closet consultations and she will help you enhance your style so that you LOVE how you look! To connect with her, just visit her on Instagram at @veuveisintheheart 

Have you checked in with yourself? Have you checked in recently with a friend? It's OK, to not feel OK.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and that's why I decided to sit down with my friend and radio colleague, Riggs (from 103.7 KISS FM) to talk about Mental Health and to give you some resources in case you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts.

Riggs is a certified mental health coach, an advocate in the mental health community and in November he is launching his own company, HeartHead LLC.

You can get more info at HeartHeadHelps.com or follow @heartheadhelps on Instagram or Twitter.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline is 1-800-273-8255 or you can text HELLO to 741741.

You are not alone and your life matters. Please reach out if you're going through a tough time.

I turn 40 this week and I can tell in the past 5 years, my skin has changed a lot! There are more sun spots, wrinkles and my old routine just hasn't seemed to be working.

Can you relate? But where do you start? It can be really intimidating.

That's why I invited my previous guest, lead clinical esthetician Aaron Brielmaier from Aesthetics 360 in Milwaukee, back on to give us simple steps we can start today to change up our skincare routine and get better results.

To connect with Aaron, just visit a360mke.com!

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Real talk - I had never even heard of the pelvic floor until my colleague, Molly Sommerhalder, told me she was leaving her job in public relations to start a business that focused on strengthening the pelvic floor!

And from talking to Molly, I learned how common it is to have issues with the pelvic floor. In fact, 27% of women 40 to 59 will experience a pelvic floor issue or condition. Once I heard that, I knew more women would benefit from hearing about what she teaches.

And some of the symptoms could be:

Molly is the proud founder of Swan in the Lotus, Yoga and Wellness. She’s a woman’s embodiment coach and a yoga teacher. She's on 50 Shades of Kay to answer your questions and share what she has learned on her lifelong journey to healing her high-toned pelvic floor.

You can connect with her at SLWellness.info

Referenced in the podcast:

Between the Hips book by Dr. Megan Rorabeck

"Roll ball method" by Jill Miller with TuneUpFitness.com

Did you know that?

According to the beauty experts at Aesthetics 360 in Milwaukee this is the year that people are really wanting to define/slim their jawline and chin area (could be from staring at yourself on all of those video calls).

A360 owner, Charlotte Fairburn is back on 50 Shades of Kay to talk more about this movement and how you can get a look that you LOVE!

For more info visit A360MKE.COM

The world is slowly opening back up and I know you want to step in to Spring looking and feeling fabulous!

That's why fashion expert and lifestyle brand specialist Jordan Dechambre is back on 50 Shades of Kay with the the latest Spring trends and how you can achieve a look that's stylish AND comfortable!

To connect with Jordan or to set up a closet consultation, visit JordanDechambreStyle.com

March is National Kidney Month! Are you part of the 33%? If you have Type 2 diabetes, you could be at risk for kidney disease.

And if you've been following me on the radio or on social media, you might have heard me talk about my journey this past year to be a living kidney donor for my mother-in-law with the paired kidney exchange program.

In today's podcast, I share our exciting news that our matches have been found! I also chat with Mike Crowley, the CEO of the National Kidney Fund of Wisconsin, about understanding kidney risk factors and how you can take action to protect your kidney health and how you can help save a life!

For more info visit KidneyWI.org

So you're going through a divorce or maybe you're thinking a divorce is in your future, now what?

Should you hire an attorney? Will you be able to keep the house? How do you pay for a divorce?

There's a lot to consider, and the last thing you want to do (even though it's hard) is to make emotional decisions about your finances that might not have your best interests in mind and if made carelessly, these decisions might negatively affect your future. So who should you contact?

Cue my guest today who is the founder and CEO of The Women's Financial Wellness Center in Wisconsin lead by certified divorce financial analyst Rhonda Noordyk! Rhonda will help you feel in control! She will make sure you know the "rules" so you can win and do what's best for YOU!

Rhonda left the financial industry in 2014 to pursue her passion of helping women achieve financial justice in their divorce. She has helped thousands of women throughout the country be financially empowered through the divorce process.

Rhonda also hosts a podcast called Divorce Conversations for Women.

To connect with Rhonda, visit wfwcdivorce.com

It's the month of LOVE, but if you're not feeling that with your partner Valentine's Day can be more a pain than a day of pleasure!

First off, you're not alone and this is NORMAL! And relationship and intimacy coach Allison Orlovsky is back on 50 Shades of Kay with some advice!

She has easy steps you can start doing now with your partner to help improve yourself and your relationship!

To connect with Allison, visit ForLoveofYou.com

Taking care of your face and skin can seem overwhelming - especially when you are bombarded with ads. Which product is right for you? Is there a difference between medical-grade skincare and spa/drugstore lines? And what should you be doing for your skin in these brutal winter months?

My guest Aaron Brielmaier, Lead Clinical Aesthetician at Aesthetics 360 in the Third Ward, has the answers to these questions and so much more in this episode!

Take a listen, your skin will thank you!

To connect with Aaron, just visit a360mke.com!

Are your kids already telling you they're bored?? 

There's actually lots to do in Wisconsin in the winter and Erin Guenterberg with Lake Country Family Fun is here to with some great suggestions that the whole family will enjoy!

For more suggestions, fun activities and to get a weekend guide right in your inbox, just visit LakeCountryFamilyFun.com

We all have the same number of hours in a day, but why do you feel like you never have ENOUGH time?

And how do you fix it? Coach Taren Sartler a.k.a. the "Goddess of Time" has easy tips and advice to get back control of your calendar, your time and most importantly...your LIFE!

This is your year to achieve your goals and not feel so overwhelmed!

You can also get monthly time management tips by signing up for her newsletter at TickTockItsTime.com

The holidays are a reminder to reflect on what's really important. And for me, one of those things is my family. And while you're out celebrating and dropping off gifts, please be responsible and don't drive impaired.

It's been 22 years since my life was forever changed around the holidays.

On December 23, 1998 my cousin was driving on Ryan Road in Oak Creek when she was hit head on by a man who had just left a holiday work party and decided to get behind the wheel, drunk.Jennie Ramus

Jennie did not survive the crash.

We were both only 17 years old. We were very close and earlier that day, she had asked me to go with her that night and I had a change of plans.

As the years have gone by, her spirit has lived on in photos and those of us that knew her sharing stories and through the  at our former high school, . I'm proud to say this Fund has raised over $420,000 and over 350 scholarships have been awarded to students at STM.Jennifer Ramus Endowment FundSt.Thomas More (STM)

I wanted to tell you about my cousin with the help of one of her best friends, Theresa Zaren, who was with her just minutes before the accident.

And I wanted to share with you how the has left a positive impact on the STM community and beyond through the scholarship program. I want to thank scholarship recipient Dariana Rios for joining me on this episode and for sharing how the scholarship shaped her life. And you can help continue the mission my aunt and uncle started by making a contribution to the "Jennie Fund" which promotes awareness and prevention of destructive decisions by supporting young people involved in the . A program I'm proud to have co-founded while I was a student at Thomas More."Jennie Fund"Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) program

This is a very personal episode. I appreciate you taking the time to listen.

Happy Holidays and I wish you peace in the new year!

To donate to the "Jennie Fund" visit TMore.org

The holidays are a reminder to reflect on what's really important. And for me, one of those things is my family. And while you're out celebrating and dropping off gifts, please be responsible and don't drive impaired.

It's been 22 years since my life was forever changed around the holidays.

On December 23, 1998 my cousin Jennie Ramus was driving on Ryan Road in Oak Creek when she was hit head on by a man who had just left a holiday work party and decided to get behind the wheel, drunk.

Jennie did not survive the crash.

We were both only 17 years old. We were very close and earlier that day, she had asked me to go with her that night and I had a change of plans.

As the years have gone by, her spirit has lived on in photos and those of us that knew her sharing stories and through the Jennifer Ramus Endowment Fund at our former high school, St. Thomas More (STM). I'm proud to say this Fund has raised over $420,000 and over 350 scholarships have been awarded to students at STM.

I wanted to tell you about my cousin with the help of one of her best friends, Theresa Zaren, who was with her just minutes before the accident.

And I wanted to share with you how the "Jennie Fund" has left a positive impact on the STM community and beyond through the scholarship program. I want to thank scholarship recipient Dariana Rios for joining me on this episode and for sharing how the scholarship shaped her life. And you can help continue the mission my aunt and uncle started by making a contribution to the "Jennie Fund" which promotes awareness and prevention of destructive decisions by supporting young people involved in the Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) program. A program I'm proud to have co-founded while I was a student at Thomas More.

This is a very personal episode. I appreciate you taking the time to listen.

Happy Holidays and I wish you peace in the new year!

To donate to the "Jennie Fund" visit TMore.org

There are so many women in the greater Milwaukee area doing BIG things in the community and in business.

And now you can find several of them in one convenient place, the KNOW Book! These books are all about collaboration and community, not competition. They are carefully curated books that highlight high-achieving women in specific cities across America and now in Canada. And this past October, I'm proud to have been featured in the innagural book for Milwaukee.

In this episode I'm joined with Katie Soyka, the KNOW Women Ambassador for Milwaukee and also the brand photographer to talk about what KNOW is doing in the community and how YOU can be involved!

The KNOW Book was started in Phoenix and is now in 14 cities and counting! If you know a woman that should be in the next book or you want to bring KNOW to your city, just visit TheKnowWomen.com

Meet relationship and intimacy coach Allison Orlovsky! She has easy steps you can start doing now to help improve yourself and your relationship!

Charlotte Fairburn the owner of MediSpa Aesthetics 360 in Milwaukee is back on 50 Shades of Kay to talk about everything you need to know about botox and fillers!

After the recent passing of Supreme Court Justice and known feminist Ruth Bader Ginsburg, I felt compelled to find ways to help uplift and empower women just like her. And if the stories of her life and the recent news headlines are making you feel like you want to help make this world a better place, there is a way to make an impact!

It's with the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee. They are committed to activating philanthrophy to advance the equity for women.

I spoke with their Executive Director, Lisa Attonito, about their upcoming event "Game Changers, Driving Equity Forward" on October 23rd and the other ways your support can help women in our community.

For more info visit WomensFundMKE.org

Want to age gracefully? Are you interested in CoolSculpting? Tired of the acne you're getting from wearing a mask or maybe you're noticing fine lines and wrinkles on those Zoom calls!

Look and feel your best with help from MediSpa Aesthetics 360 in Milwaukee. The owner Charlotte Fairburn joined me to talk about the ways you can invest in yourself with products and procedures so you will feel more confident!

Get more info at A360MKE.com

Are you a saver or a spender? Does talking about money and your financial future stress you out?

What you learned from your parents has A LOT to do with your relationship with money and if you're a parent, your kids are learning about money from YOU.

I spoke with Ande Frazier, an expert in behavorial finance and the ForbesBook author Fin(anci)ally Free: 11 Conversations To Have With Yourself About Life, Money, and Worth.

And she explains steps to overcome those deeply ingrained habits and behaviors learned from your past and parents.

To connect with Ande, visit AndeFrazier.com

There's no doubt that 2020 has given ALL of us A LOT to think about! 

And if you find yourself out of a job or perhaps burnt out from what you have been doing - this might actually be the BEST time to take the leap and become your OWN boss!

In this podcast Mary Jacobs, the founder of The Women's Excelerator and author of Sales Strategies for New Women Entrepreneurs: Successfully Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur discusseshow women can tap in to their entrepreneurial spirit and launch their own business!

Find out how to get started, how to overcome roadblocks and what are the future trends for women start businesses in our current global crisis!

Thanks for listening and if you enjoy this podcast, make sure to subscribe on iTunes or GooglePlay and share it with a friend!

How are you? Not what you tell people casually at the grocery store or what you convey on social, how are you REALLY doing? Today's episode is a quick check-in of what's been going on in my world and maybe my struggles have been similar to how you've been feeling?

For me there's been ups and downs these past few months of COVID-19 and when things became a little too much for me to handle I reached out to friends. I felt like my emotions were all over the place and I was feeling such anxiety about the future. I was feeling the pain and fear of so many loved ones who have been struggling with so much more. Whether it was illness, loss of jobs and going through the public unrest during the current Black Lives Matter movement. A lot has been happening and I was feeling this need to want to help, but I didn't know how and I felt like at times I couldn't get ahold of my emotions.

That's when I learned it what it meant to be an "empath" (someone who feels others' emotions and their energy). And shout out to my radio colleague Riggs and my best friend Andrea who both recommend the book The Empath's Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People by Judith Orloff MD.

WOW. It was spot on! HIGHLY recommend reading it if you feel like you're sensitive to other people's emotions.

And give yourself some grace. We are all in this storm, even though we might be in different boats.

A great way to find calm in the chaos is to GET ORGANIZED!

You’re likely spending more time at home during this pandemic and if you need a good project that’s good for your house and good for your soul – it’s getting rid of clutter.

But where do you start? It doesn’t need to be a huge undertaking. It could just be organizing your email or going through a junk drawer.

And my guest today can help!

I’m so grateful to my friend and the queen of organization, Britt Blackwelder, for coming back on the 50 Shades of Kay Podcast to help us get some order in our life during this crazy time!!

Britt is also the founder and owner of The Brittish Way – a Wisconsin company that offers professional organizing services. If you'd like to get in contact with Britt, just visit TheBrittishWay.com

If you're like me, this Coronavirus pandemic has likely caused you to feel overwhelmed and to have moments of anxiety at times.

How do you cope with these emotions? How do you stop putting unrealistic expectations on yourself?

Life coach Angela Perelli has some tips to help you redirect your focus and some coping strategies to get through these uncertain times.

And remember we're all in this together. It's not forever and we WILL get through this.

Thanks for listening to the 50 Shades of Kay podcast!

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How are you feeling? Life has changed and that can be overwhelming at times.

And now, more than ever, we need to find ways to get our minds right! Taking care of yourself and your mental health needs to be your #1 priority!

Because what’s happening in our world and our personal lives with the spread of the coronavirus is unprecedented.

And having feelings of sadness, fear, hopelessness and anger are all normal, but HOW do you turn those into feelings of hope and positivity?

That’s why my guest today Jim Love is here to help us with.

Jim is a keynote speaker who has been on the 50 Shades of Kay Podcast before. He inspires people to find the leader within themselves and helps others push away negative thoughts and focus on positivity!

And if you're looking for more motivation and positivity from Jim, follow him on Twitter @jim_m_love

With a background in leadership development, Jim's keynote speeches are often given to high school and college students. If you're a teacher or faculty member that would like a motivational and inspiring video message for your students, Jim is offering his services for FREE right now during this challenging time.

Here's Jim's past interview on the podcast:

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Being a Mom is tough and being a working Mom brings on its own set of challenges at times too.

There IS support! It's called Working Moms of Milwaukee, founded by Susannah Lago. And in honor of Working Moms Day (March 12th* in Wisconsin) Elizabeth Kay sat down with Susannah to get more information about this one-stop-shop and what kind of support and resources this organization provides to women.

To connect with Susannah and other moms just visit WorkingMomsofMilwaukee.com and make sure to use the hashtag #WorkingMomsDay and #WorkingMomsMKE on social.

If you enjoyed this podcast, share it with a friend or make sure to subscribe on iTunes, RADIO.COM, GooglePlay or on your Podcast app on your Apple Product.

Thanks for listening!

*Wisconsin Governor Evers and Milwaukee Mayor Barrrett officially proclaimed March 12, 2020 Working Moms Day in Wisconsin and in Milwaukee

There is a new Women's Wellness event that's coming to The Delafield Hotel on March 28th called Calm in the Chaos!

Put on by Elevate MKE, the founders Brianna Gasper and Kate Inglish sat down with Elizabeth Kay to talk more about the inspiration behind this event and what attendees can expect.

This truly is an opportunity to take a day for yourself at a beautiful venue!

Through journaling and a variety of breakout sessions with presenters from across the country, plus a keynote speaker who will focus on healing through perspective, you'll leave feeling refocused, supported and reenergized.

There are limited tickets available!

Visit ElevateMKE.com to get yours!

Follow Calm in the Chaos on Instagram @calm.elevatemke

Follow keynote speaker Andy Ptacek on Instagram @andythenewgirl

JJ Watt, Aaron Rodgers, the Milwaukee Bucks, Vince Lombardi - all of these names and more have worked with Wisconsin's own Capture Sports Marketing and have helped raised over $25 million dollars to benefit charitable causes.

But who is behind these projects?

Meet Chellee Siewert, who was working with a sports team and noticed athletes who wanted to use their platform to do good in the world, but they didn't know how or where to get started.

That's when her idea for Capture Sports Marketing was created!

Their approach is to identify the athlete's passion and how the want to give back. From there, they build the brand and then promote and fundraise. But as Chellee says, "it takes a village!"

In this episode Chellee explains mistakes that she's learned from, what she looks for when hiring, how Capture Sports Marketing chooses the athletes to partner with and how does she avoid burnout while also being a wife and mother to two boys.

To connect with Chellee, her company or one of the charities they work with just visit CaptureSportsMarketing.com

Facebook: Facebook.com/CaptureMktg

Twitter: @CaptureMktg

Instagram: @capturesportsmarketing

Or follow the hashtag #AthletesDoingGood

It's never too late to get organized! This is your year to finally clear out the junk drawer and get your life in order because you CAN do it and you DESERVE it!

Do you feel like your house is giving you anxiety? Is your mudroom a mess? Are you tired of the pile of mail in the kitchen? Are you going through a change in your life and you feel like your're living in clutter?

Then you need to reach out to Milwaukee's own professional organizer, Britt Blackwelder.

From spice cabinets, to closets and even your office at work - she has the answers and the skills to get you organized! Britt sat down with Elizabeth Kay in this episode to provide you with some ideas of how to start.

Book your complimentary consult today at TheBrittishWay.com and you can get more tips from her on Instagram @brittishway  

Did you know there is a life coach in Milwaukee that's just for Moms?

Her name is Dr. Jessica Larson. She is a full-time working mother, a wife and a psychologist who was starting to feel burned out in her own life. This motivated Jessica to make changes and now she is on a mission to help women develop a strong and intentional self-care practice and shift their lives in a way they never imagined.

In this episode Jessica talks about how to manage "mom guilt" how to find time for yourself and how to get more energy.

To connect with Jessica, you can find her on the following platforms:

DrJessicaLarson.com

Facebook: Mama Be: Self-Care for Moms

Instagram: @mamabe.selfcare

Good food, good wine and good company and it's all for a good cause...that's what you'll find at the International Women's Series at The Pasta Tree on the East Side of Milwaukee!

Owner and event creater, Suzzette Metcalfe sat down with Elizabeth Kay to talk about the idea behind this monthly event and how important it is for women to support other women.

Each month will feature a new inspiring women!

This month, celebrate National Adoption Month with special guest Wendy Gebauer on November 13th. Wendy specializes in children's law and helps finalize the adoption process in the Milwaukee area.

Interested in attending a future dinner? Just visit PastaTreeMilwaukee.com or visit Facebook.com/THEPASTATREE

Proceeds from the International Women's Series benefit the following charities:

CourageMKE.org

SavageSupport.org

Express Yourself MKE

Did you know that you have up to $3,000 to $5,000 dollars just sitting around your house?

Where and how do you get that money?

Heather and her husband Parker from Exclusive Elegance are here to tell you HOW!

They are parents of 3 girls who turned online selling into a SIX figure income and it’s continuing to GROW! And if you’re motivated, it’s pretty easy!

In this episode Heather explains HOW you can do this TOO!

Websites referenced in this episode:

Estatesales.net

ebay.com

Poshmark

Connect with the Parkers and follow them on Instagram @exclusiveelegance for more tips!

What do you think is keeping you from accelerating your career and how do you change it?

Return guest, Anna Pool, is back to help answer this question and explain HOW to hack the She-Suite. She is a career coach, public speaker and owner of ExecutiveSavvyInc.com

She interviewed several women in executive roles and asked them what could be holding them back and a lot of their answers had one thing in common - style bias.

So how do we handle that?

Anna suggests using the 5 V Program:
Voice (utilitizing information from MBTI results)*
Vision
Visibility
Value
Vibrancy

To connect with Anna and elevate your career or to have her speak at your upcoming event, you can email her at anna@executivesavvyinc.com

*To learn more about MBTI and personality test results, click here to listen to Anna Pool's interview with Elizabeth Kay about this topic from June, 2019

 

Have you been to a Mobile Boutique Market? It’s like a Pop Up Shop on Wheels! And they have the cutest clothes and accessories - even vintage items!

I’m so excited! The Mobile Boutique Market is coming to the Third Ward in Milwaukee on Saturday, August 24th from 10am – 4pm.

I follow of few of these fun shops in Winnebagos on Instagram, but I had so many questions. How does someone get in to this trendy way to own a business? Do I need to learn how to drive an actual bus?

Find out in this episode with Mobile Boutique founder, Josh Glidden and the owner of Hyde & Chic MKE, Emily.

Follow Hyde & Chic MKE on Instagram or online at @hydeandchicmke

Connect with Josh and learn more about his premier marketplace for vintage, upcycled and handcrafted goods visit re:craftandrelic.com/mobile-boutique-market.html

Or on Instagram @recraftandrelic

Make plans for their Holiday Market
Milwaukee County Sports Complex
6000 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, WI 53132

Saturday, November 9th  - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(9 a.m. for VIP ticket holders)

Sunday, November 10th - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.​

Do you know your personality type? This probably won’t surprise you, but your personality type explains HOW you communicate with your partner.

In last month’s podcast episode Elizabeth Kay and her husband, Eric, explained how he learned about this at a leadership conference during a personality presentation with executive career coach and author Anna Pool.

Anna is the co-owner of Executive Savvy Inc and she was hosting a Myers-Briggs Personality Workshop to show how observation verses interpretation can affect how you communicate in your relationships.

Anna is the guest on this episode to further explain how you react and respond to someone has a lot to do with your personality and how giving a “whole message” can help resolve a disagreement faster.

For individuals or organizations interested in learning more about practical ways to use the MBTI or to schedule Anna for a public speaking event, visit www.executivesavvyinc.com  or you can email Anna directly at anna@executivesavvyinc.com

 

Important Links and resources from the podcast:

Take the MBTI personality test click https://www.myersbriggs.org/type-use-for-everyday-life/psychological-type-and-relationships/home.htm?bhcp=1

Psychological Types and Relationships from MBTI

 

Dialogue with Whole Messages

When to Use:

1. To create connection

2. To resolve a disagreement

 

Process:

SPEAKER: Use whole messages. Use very few words. 

1. When you . . . . .  (What happened, observable fact, physical reality)

2. I assume (or it implies to me) that . . . . . (my interpretation, perception, belief)

3. Then I feel . . . . . (feeling or sensation in body, not a belief, like  “I feel that . .”)

4. What I want or need is . . . . .

 

LISTENER:

Mirroring

I hear you saying that……  (Repeating what sender said does not mean that you agree.  It simply says that you heard what they said.)

Is that right?

Tell me more about that

 

Validation: When sender is finished and has no more to say.

It makes sense to me that……  (condensing what has been said)

 

Once the SPEAKER feels heard, trade roles until you’ve reached your goal.

Have you heard of "drip parties?" The women on "The Real Housewives of Orange County" have done it and now it's in the greater Milwaukee area all thanks to Dr. Alia Fox.  She's the owner of H2O Health Hydration Oasis in Brookfield - an upscale boutique that offers custom IV therapy clinic!  And now she offers a luxury mobile unit (it's a hooked-up nine passenger Mercedes).

Fighting the flu, are you deydrated, have morning sickness, nursing a hangover, have a migraine - "H2O To Go" will come to you!  Dr. Fox is passionate about helping people. She is a board certified anesthesiologist and is currently the Chief of Anesthesiology at a Milwaukee hospital.  To tank up and feel your BEST, make an appointment at https://healthhydrationoasis.com/

FOLLOW UP podcast:

I talked to my co-worker Alley Faith back in August about starting on the Keto diet. She has sinced lost over 120 pounds in 8 months! In this episode she'll explain how she did it, how will she maintain it, what was the hardest part and how YOU can get started on a path to health and wellness like her!

To hear our original podcast from August, click here.

To hear the podcast with Medical Wellness & Weightloss from September, click here.

To connect with Alley Faith, vist her on Instagram @alleyfaith1 or on Facebook at Facebook/alleyfaith

To connect with Medical Wellness & Weightloss visit mwlw-inc.com

Do you find yourself hating your job or just feeling burned out?

You want a career and a life that you love, right???

The secret is finding your purpose and achieving goals…but HOW do you do that? What is your purpose?

Nationally recognized career and life transition coach and podcast host Dan Mason is here to help you answer that question. And he'll even share what you need to do NOW to be 42% more likely to acheive your goals this year!

To connect with Dan Mason, visit CreativeSoulCoaching.net or find him on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram

One of THE toughest jobs is to be a caregiver and November is National Caregiver Month!

Tammy Flynn, host of The On-Air Advocate Podcast, is back on 50 Shades of Kay to talk about her fun giveaway to celebrate caregivers all over the world!

Know a caregiver who's willing to share their story? Then email the following information:

Email your submission to tammy@theonairadvocate.com no later than Friday November 30, 2018.

Connect with Tammy Flynn at TheOnAirAdvocate.com

Did you know you need to change up your skincare routine with the seasons? I didn't.

That's why I sat down with the owner of Bare Beauty MedSpa & Skin Care, Stacy Matuszak to answer common questions you might have when it comes to your skin.

To schedule a free consultation at Bare Beauty MedSpa & Skin Care in Milwaukee or Mequon just visit barebeautyskin.com

You've heard the saying, "behind every successful woman, is a tribe of other successful women who have her back." Who has yours? Who helped mentor you to get to where you are today? That's what TEMPO Milwaukee is passionate about - mentoring. Right now they're looking to recognize those important people at their 29th Annual Mentor Awards Luncheon on February 14th.


In this podcast, TEMPO's President and CEO Jen Dirks along with their Director of Membership and Programs, Marit Harm, join host Elizabeth Kay to talk more in depth about this growing organization, their upcoming luncheon and how you can get involved.


To nominate someone for the Mentor Awards Luncheon visit TEMPOMilwaukee.org *


*The deadline to submit a nomination is October 26, 2018

Milwaukee is electric these days with the Brewers winning their division and home field advantage in the post season! Elizabeth Kay is joined with her co-worker, sports radio host, Bart Winkler from "Chuck and Winkler" on 105.7 FM The Fan!

He's been on the field celebrating with the team and guess what MAJOR celebrity was at the Brewers game in Chicago?! Hear what he saw Craig Counsell say to GM David Stearns and does he think the Brew Crew will take it all the way?

This the most fun and most unique shopping experience in Milwaukee - Divine Consign! It's a pop up consignment sale that only happens 6 times a year! I've been shopping and selling at this sale since it started 9 years ago and I'm still shocked some women haven't heard of it yet. One of the co-founders, Jessi Wrench, is here to tell you exactly what you need to know about Milwaukee's largest consignment event for women.

Just imagine all of your favorite brands and stores under one roof AND you can get those items at over half price! Brands like Burberry, Lululemon, 7 for Mankind, Anthropologie, Tory Burch and more! From purses, to shoes to active wear, to evening wear to everythig in between - I guarantee you'll find somethig amazing at this sale!

Next Sales are:
September 26-29 at the Zoofari Conference Center in Milwaukee
October 17 - 20th at the Oakwood Church in Hartland
November 7 - 10 at the Zoofari Conference Center in Milwaukee

(Spring '19 dates have not been announced yet)

Follow Divine Consign on social:
Facebook.com/Divine-Consign
Instagram: @divineconsignmke
DivineConsignSale.com

Anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts - if you or someone you know struggles with mental health, you are not alone. This week on my podcast I'm joined with my friend Andy Riggs, from 103.7 Kiss FM, to talk about September being Suicide Awareness Month and to talk about our mutual friend who lost his battle with depression this week.

Riggs went through this last year with his Uncle and now he is a public advocate for suicide preventation and mental health awareness.

If you're going through a rough time, my hope is that this episode will inspire you to reach out and get some help.

We are here for you and it's OK, to not feel OK.

Suicide Prevention Line: 1-800-273-8255

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Join the conversation at ImListening.org

Riggs Off the Radio Podcast

You asked for more info, so here it is! Last week I talked with my friend Alley Faith about her journey on the keto diet with Medical Weightloss and Wellness, Inc.

This week, the nurses and Chef Kayla from Medical Weightloss and Wellness are here to explain the keto diet more in depth and give their tips of how they mantain a keto lifestyle.

Find them on Facebook by clicking here.

Find their recipes on Pinterest by clicking here. 

Follow them on Instagram by clicking here.

Visit there website mwlw-inc.com

Wanna lose weight, want more energy? Maybe the Keto diet is for you! My friend Alley Faith has been doing this diet for a few weeks, but does it really work? Listen to her story and maybe this is your day to get started.

Websites mentioned in this episode:

Medical Weightloss & Wellness, Inc.

ChefKaylaMarie.com

You're running late, you spilled your coffee, now you're stuck in traffic and you're currently in a fight with your spouse. Sound like your morning? It's happened to me too and then I feel like I'm crabby the rest of the day.

But it doesn't have to be that way! In this podcast, I'm talking about an article I read online in the The Huffington Post about how to stop a bad moment from destroying your entire day. It gave me some good perscective and hopefully it'll do the same for you!

To read the full article from The Huffington Post, click here.

Other helpful links:

Anxienty and Depression Association of America

Association for Behavioral and Cognivitve Therapies

Whether it's makeup, clothes or health and wellness products - odds are you've been approached by a network marketer. But do these businesses really work? Can you make money selling these products? Is the "pyramid scheme" still a thing? 

If you've ever thought about joining one of these companies, listen to this podcast before you sign up. My best friend, Andrea Weiss, is here to shed some light on this growing industry and she's setting the record straight of how you CAN be successful at network marketing.

If you're interested in network marketing and want to build your business in a classy way, you can connect with Andrea on her website TheClassyMomCEO.com

How would you like to get paid to be on Instagram?

Learn more in today’s “Ask A Pro” episode with return guest, the curvy fashionista, Pamela Kieck.

Pam is a blogger and social media star. She’s here to answers all of your questions about to you too can be successful on social media.

To start following Pam – visit her blog at ItsPamelaKieck.com or find her on Facebook or on Instagram @pamelakieck

If you keep fighting with your hair on these hot summer days - you NEED to listen to this podcast! Elizabeth Kay is joined with return guest, Scott Yance - stylist and owner of Scottfree Salon.

Learn the simple steps you can start doing TODAY to get that beautiful hair you want this summer!

At the end of the podcast, there's a special deal for you too and you'll be helping a local charity!

To make an appointment with Scott or one of his other talented stylists, visit ScottfreeSalon.com

Want to bring luck, wealth and opportunity into your life? Try Feng Shui! Ever hear of it?

Return guest, interior designer Libby Castro, is back on “50 Shades of Kay” to talk more depth about this design philosophy. She also has some easy tips you can incorporate today that may be just what you need to bring more positive energy into your life!

To connect with Libby, visit lpwstudios.com

As a parent, you never want to see your kids get sick. Now imagine that you receive the news that both of your kids are really sick and are battling for their lives. How would you handle it?

Meet Mother of three, Christine Roehling. When her twin daughters were only 13 months old, she and her husband found out they BOTH needed heart transplants. She’s here to share their inspiring story and also to tell you how they’re giving back.

Click here to purchase tickets to the Heart 2 Heart Benefit (cocktail and fashion show) happening at The Corners of Brookfield on August 18th from 6:30pm – 9:30pm.

To donate or learn more about The Beat Goes On Foundation, click here.

Can a relationship survive after infidelity? Do you want to get professional help, but your partner doesn’t? Do you feel like you can’t even talk to your spouse without a fight?

Today’s “Ask a Pro” episode is with professional couple’s counselor Patrick Schultz. He’s back on "50 Shades of Kay" answering your Facebook questions and talking about an intensive couples retreat coming to Milwaukee this November.

To schedule an appointment with Patrick, visit MilwaukeeCounselor.com

To view the “DEAR MAN” worksheet, visit MilwaukeeCounselor.com/

What IS the secret to looking great in photos? Is it a filter, how you pose, should you really have your hand on your hip? Professional photographer, model (and my wedding photographer) Lottie Lillian is here to tell you exactly what to do to get the best results from your photos.

Looking for a wedding or newborn photographer? Book Lottie! Visit LottieLillian.com to see her work.

Wanna follow Lottie on all her travels? Check out her Instagram here.

“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” - The HIGH5 Test

Do you know your 5 greatest strengths? Imagine how much more productive you'd be if you did know the answer to that question. This episode can help with the High 5 Test! It's free and it's helped over 300,000 people - including me!

Take the test now at the High5test.com.

(Explicit) The "Curvy Fashionista" is back!!! Would you post a picture of yourself on the internet in a swimsuit? Seems kind of scary doesn't it?! Well that's what fashion blogger and social media star Pamela Kieck did last month and she's here to talk about it. How did Pam handle the internet trolls and how did she learn to love her curves? Plus, what did model Ashley Graham do on Pam's post? And who knows, maybe you'll be inspired to post a swimsuit pic this summer!

Check out Pam's swimsuit photo here

Get fashion and lifestyle tips from Pam, by visiting her blog ItsPamelaKieck.com