Episodes

  • 54: Smut 101 with Cortney Griffy, host of What the Smut are You Talking About

    54: Smut 101 with Cortney Griffy, host of What the Smut are You Talking About
    Oct 4 2024
    In this episode of Ditch the Ick, I’m joined by Cortney Griffy, host of the podcast What the Smut are You Talking About, for a fun and insightful deep dive into the world of smutty romance novels. If you’ve ever been curious about the world of romance sub-genres or unsure where to start, this is your crash course! From cowboys to dark romance, we’re breaking it all down. What We Covered: How Cortney Got Into Smut: We kicked things off with Cortney’s story of how she fell into the world of smutty books, starting from her days as an avid reader of Harry Potter and Twilight, to discovering Fifty Shades of Grey, and now diving into dark romance and beyond. Navigating Romance Sub-Genres: Cortney and I explored the various sub-genres of romance, including: Cowboy Romance Dark Romance Mafia Romance Billionaire Romance Small Town Romance We also clarified some key tropes like "grumpy-sunshine," "fake dating," and "age gap" relationships. Curious about diving into the smutty romance world? Tune in to this episode for a full Smut 101! Be sure to follow @ditchtheickpod on Instagram for more tips and discussions. Also, don’t forget to check out Cortney Griffy’s podcast What the Smut are You Talking About @whatthesmutpodcast for more juicy book recs and conversations. Ready to start your smutty reading journey? Join our Feral Girl Fall Book Club! Feral Girl Fall IG Lives to discuss each book on the below dates: 10/16: Sinful Vow: An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance (Mafia Misfits Book 1) - Enemies to lovers, Arranged marriage, Dark mafia 10/30: Flawless: A Small Town Enemies to Lovers Romance - Enemies to lovers, Cowboy 11/14: Pucking Around: A Why Choose Hockey Romance (Jacksonville Rays Book 1) - Why choose, MMFM, RomCom, Queer Awakening Join FB Group now! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/HNNkwsiDqZzzotkd/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • 53: Sometimes being delulu is the solulu: My journey from sad b*tch island to living a rom com

    53: Sometimes being delulu is the solulu: My journey from sad b*tch island to living a rom com
    Sep 27 2024
    I’m getting real and sharing my personal journey from what I call "Sad B*tch Island" to living out my own rom-com fantasy. From navigating ADHD and financial crises to running a business and dating in this wild world, I’m laying it all out there. What We Covered: • Financial Crises and Risk-Taking: Last year, I faced some serious financial struggles, but I’m sharing how learning how to ask for help changed everything. It’s hard being a single b*tch in this economy. • Embracing the Delulu: Looking back, if someone had told me how things would unfold, I would've thought they were out of their mind! • Dating Adventures and the Future: Of course, I had to dish out some personal dating stories and share my plans for what’s next. The biggest takeaway? Keep putting yourself out there and trust that amazing things can happen, even if they seem out of reach right now. Reach out and don’t be afraid to take those risks—sometimes being delulu really is the solulu! If you’re ready to lean into a little delulu and start making the impossible a reality, this episode is for you! Make sure to follow @ditchtheickpod on Instagram for all the updates, and stay connected for more episodes where we talk about the highs, lows, and everything in between of this crazy thing called life. Feral Fall Girl Book Club will be rolling real soon! Join the free Patreon or our Facebook group to get in on the action! Links: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/ditchtheick Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ditchtheickpod?igsh=NG1lbzhnaHk5MGJk&utm_source=qr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • 52: Culture Shocks, Conspiracies, and Chaos featuring "The Scotsman"

    52: Culture Shocks, Conspiracies, and Chaos featuring "The Scotsman"
    Sep 20 2024
    In this episode of Ditch the Ick, we’re joined by a special guest — The Scotsman! Together, we dive into a hilarious adventure, exploring the wild culture differences between the U.S. and the U.K. Expect stories of epic culture shocks, bizarre encounters with "nutters" and "maniacs", and the legendary devotion to Bucc-ees. With plenty of laughs, witty banter, and unfiltered takes, this episode is a whirlwind of transatlantic chaos you won’t want to miss! Bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DitchtheIck Connect with Katie: https://www.instagram.com/ditchtheickpod/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchtheick/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • *BONUS* It's all in your head: Getting out of your own way when it comes to great sex

    *BONUS* It's all in your head: Getting out of your own way when it comes to great sex
    Sep 13 2024
    My guest this week is Denise Holler. Denise is a Clinical Sexologist and Certified Sex Coach with a passion for enhancing the intimate lives of her clients. She believes in breaking the taboo around sex and providing education in this essential area. Specializing in working with women and couples, Denise addresses various aspects of sex and intimacy, including uneven desire, low libido, body image issues, and enhanced pleasure, all through a holistic approach known as the MEBES model. By evaluating the Mind, Emotions, Body, Energy, and Spirit, she helps individuals and couples unblock areas of concern and achieve alignment for a more fulfilling sexual experience. Denise's mission is to help people rediscover pleasure, gain confidence, and find happiness in the bedroom. Alongside her professional work, she is also an advocate for the Neurodivergent community, as she herself has ADHD and has been working with ADHD coaches for several years. In this episode, we cover topics ranging from masturbation and body image to communication in the bedroom. It is fascinating to learn about Denise's work helping people overcome issues and fully embrace pleasure. Connect with Denise: Email: drholler@denisehollercoaching.com FB Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/denisehollercoachingllc Private FB group community https://www.facebook.com/groups/dhcoachingempowered Denise also works with The Original ADHD Coach https://www.theoriginaladhdcoach.com/ Connect with Katie: https://www.instagram.com/ditchtheickpod/ Join the Patreon Party! https://www.patreon.com/DitchtheIck Join the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchtheick/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • 51: From 97 First Dates to Happily Ever After: The Dating Strategy That Changed Maria Pendolino’s Life

    51: From 97 First Dates to Happily Ever After: The Dating Strategy That Changed Maria Pendolino’s Life
    Sep 6 2024
    In this episode of Ditch the Ick, I sat down with the incredibly talented Maria Pendolino, a voice actor and TV personality who was even on an episode of one of my favorite shows 'House Hunters'. We dove deep into Maria's unique approach to online dating, and how she finally found her happily ever after—after 97 first dates! Key Takeaways: What the early days of online dating looked like How to stop having pen pals, and start meeting your matches IRL First date safety tips, tricks, and hacks Reality vs. Real Life Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @ditchtheickpod for more updates and behind-the-scenes content! And be sure to check out Maria Pendolino’s work by following her on social media @mariapendo and exploring her voice acting projects. Like this episode? Rate it and leave us a review! Follow Maria: https://www.voicebymaria.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mariapendo https://www.tiktok.com/@mariapendo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • 50: Celebrating 50 Episodes of 'Ditch the Ick': From Awkward Dates to Feral Girl Fall, We've Done It All!

    50: Celebrating 50 Episodes of 'Ditch the Ick': From Awkward Dates to Feral Girl Fall, We've Done It All!
    Aug 30 2024
    Hey, Ditch the Ick fam! Can you believe we’ve hit 50 episodes? It feels like just yesterday we were diving into our first awkward dating story, and now here we are—50 episodes going strong!In this milestone episode, I’m celebrating all the ups, downs, and everything in between that we’ve shared together.What We Covered: 50 Episodes of Growth Feral Girl Fall is Here! Book Club Launch: Yes, you heard it right! We’re launching a book club on Patreon FOR FREE. Keep an eye out for the polls where you can help choose our next read! Dating insights: We couldn’t celebrate 50 episodes without talking about dating, right? Call to Action:• If you haven’t already, make sure you’re following us on Instagram @ditchtheickpod to stay in the loop on all things Ditch the Ick. And if you’re as excited about Feral Girl Fall as I am, join the book club and other exclusive content over on Patreon www.patreon.com/ditchtheick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • 49: Ditching the Mean Girl Mindset: How Women Entrepreneurs Are Thriving Through Authentic Connection with Gabriella Borrero

    49: Ditching the Mean Girl Mindset: How Women Entrepreneurs Are Thriving Through Authentic Connection with Gabriella Borrero
    Aug 23 2024
    In this episode of Ditch the Ick, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the amazing Gabriella Borrero, also known as Gabby. She's the founder of the Next Generation Network and a consultant who's passionate about empowering minority female entrepreneurs. Gabby and I go connected at the start of my entrepreneur journey in 2022 through a Facebook group, and I couldn’t wait to have her on the show to share her story. Here’s What We Covered: Gabby’s Journey as first-generation American entrepreneur Moving beyond the “mean girl” mindset and foster genuine, supportive networks Empowering minority women entrepreneurs The power of authentic networking Follow us on Instagram: @ditchtheickpod – Stay updated on the latest episodes and join our community! @noplanbconsulting – Connect with Gabby and follow her journey as she continues to empower women entrepreneurs everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • 48: Taking Life by the Balls: How Embracing Curiosity Can Help You Create the Life of Your Dreams with Paige Mitchell

    48: Taking Life by the Balls: How Embracing Curiosity Can Help You Create the Life of Your Dreams with Paige Mitchell
    Aug 16 2024
    In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with holistic life coach and world traveler Paige Mitchell. Paige shared her inspiring journey from burnout to living a life filled with intention and purpose. We dove into her personal experiences, including navigating the end of an 11-year relationship, the ups and downs of dating, and her adventurous decision to backpack through 14 countries. We also discussed the importance of self-compassion, self-awareness, and emotional healing, as well as Paige’s top five core values that guide her approach to coaching and life. We Discussed: Paige's Journey to Becoming a Life Coach Navigating Breakups and Emotional Healing The "Ick" and Overcoming Discomfort Living in the Present and Pursuing Dreams Connect with Paige Mitchell: Follow Paige on Instagram: @paigemitchell.coach Listen to her podcast, Paige’s Lessons, for more insights on self-compassion and living with purpose. Join the 'Ditch the ick' Community! Follow us on Instagram: @ditchtheickpod Let’s build a community where we can support each other through the ups and downs of single life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins