BILFPOD

Mara Dorne

The BILFPOD (Boss I'd Like To Follow) takes a deep dive into the lives and 'drives' of others. This weekly show, hosted by Mara Dorne, features unfiltered conversations with business leaders, influencers, and BILF's in their own accord. Branded segments such as "BILF Breakdown" "What's in your BILF bag” and many more that will keep you entertained, inspired and bring on allll the feels- LIVE from our studio- in 6 inch heels! Anyone who says business isn’t fun has obviously never listened to the BILFPOD. 

  1. From Rock Bottom to Relentless: The Mindset That Changed Everything

    4 DAYS AGO

    From Rock Bottom to Relentless: The Mindset That Changed Everything

    Most people only talk about the version of themselves that made it. They skip the uncertainty. The uncomfortable decisions. The moments where doing the right thing cost them money, relationships, or momentum. In this episode of BILF Pod, Jonnie Parsons sits down to unpack the quieter parts of the journey — where discipline was built before results, where consistency mattered more than labels, and where integrity forced hard exits instead of easy wins. This isn’t a conversation about overnight success. It’s about identity. Faith, doubt, pressure, and the long road of becoming someone your past couldn’t predict. No performance. No curated narrative. Just honest perspective from someone who chose structure over shortcuts. This episode isn’t about where you start. It’s about who you’re willing to become. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g  00:00 – 00:40 | Hook & Intro 00:40 – 08:20 | Origin & Early Struggles 08:20 – 14:50 | Rock Bottom & Reflection 14:50 – 25:00 | Rebuilding Identity & Mindset 25:00 – 34:30 | Business, Discipline & Reality 34:30 – 44:30 | Daily Habits & Influence 44:30 – 49:00 | Outro & Credits Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Jonnie Parsons → @jonnie_parsons_official Follow the Podcast →  @bilfpod   #BILFPod #JonnieParsons #MaraDorne #PodcastClips #PodcastEpisode #LongFormPodcast #PersonalGrowth #LifeDiscipline #ConsistencyWins #IntegrityOverMoney #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipMindset #RealConversations #HardTruths #SelfDevelopment #MentalStrength #IdentityShift #FaithAndDoubt #BusinessLessons #SuccessJourney #NoShortcuts #InnerWork #BecomingBetter #ModernLeadership #PurposeDriven

    50 min
  2. Pretty Girls Don’t Just Dance; They Control the Music

    15 JAN

    Pretty Girls Don’t Just Dance; They Control the Music

    We’re taught to follow the rules. Show up. Work hard. Stay in line. But what happens when your dream doesn’t fit the mold? When the path you’re passionate about is dominated by voices telling you it’s “not for you”? In this episode of BILF Pod, Jocelyn & Gianna open up about their journey as young women breaking into the DJ scene starting at 17, learning from mentors, and leaning on each other as best friends. They share the moments that tested them, the lessons that shaped them, and the inspiration they found in every connection along the way.  We talk about friendship as fuel, ambition in a male-dominated industry, and the grind behind every first gig, every beat learned, and every stage conquered. They reveal how believing in yourself and learning from others turned obstacles into opportunities. This conversation explores the quiet work no one applauds: building your skill when no one notices, showing up when it’s easier to quit, and finding your voice when the world doubts you. It’s about courage over comfort, persistence over perfection, and friendship over competition. If you’ve ever started something everyone said you couldn’t, doubted your timing, or leaned on someone to push you forward, this episode will resonate deeply. Because success isn’t just about the stage. It’s about the journey that gets you there. If you haven't already... subscribe to our YouTube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g  Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Jocelyn and Gianna → @jdandgf  Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod

    22 min
  3. Doctors said surgery. She Said No, And Everything Changed

    8 JAN

    Doctors said surgery. She Said No, And Everything Changed

    We’re taught to trust the system. The doctors. The prescriptions. The protocols. But what happens when your body keeps getting worse— and no one has real answers?  In this episode of BILF Pod, Amanda joins us for an honest conversation about self-advocacy, chronic stress, and the moment she stopped outsourcing her health. After being prescribed multiple medications and even advised to consider exploratory surgery, Amanda chose a different path—one rooted in listening, questioning, and reclaiming responsibility for her body. We talk about what stress actually does beneath the surface, how fear keeps people stuck in cycles of symptoms, and why so many ignore their body’s signals until they’re impossible to dismiss. Amanda shares stories from her clients, including the invisible battles people fight long before diagnosis, weight loss, or healing ever becomes visible. This conversation explores the quiet work no one applauds: unlearning blind trust, standing your ground when you’re dismissed, and rebuilding your relationship with your body after years of disconnection. It’s about maintenance over quick fixes, awareness over avoidance, and courage over comfort. If you’ve ever felt unheard, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or unsure whether to trust your intuition, this episode will resonate deeply. Because real healing doesn’t start with answers. It starts with listening. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/@bilfpod Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Brendan Boyd → @itsbrendanboyd Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod Intro 00:00 – 00:35 Health Crisis & Refusing Surgery 00:35 – 02:40 Discovering Holistic Health 02:40 – 04:20 Building a Clinic from Scratch 04:20 – 05:50 The 27-Page Proposal & Rejection 05:50 – 07:40 Breaking Point & Walking Away 07:40 – 09:20 Starting Over Solo 09:20 – 10:30 Why “It’s Just Stress” Is a Lie 10:30 – 12:30 Women, Stress & the Nervous System 12:30 – 14:40 Sick vs. Burned Out 14:40 – 16:20 Health as a Business Advantage 16:20 – 17:50 Transformation Story (Client Case) 17:50 – 21:00 Final Lessons & Closing 21:00 – 23:00 #BILFPod #AmandaChinkin #Nutrition #HealthAdvocacy #HealingJourney #StressAndHealth #HolisticHealth #SelfTrust #ListenToYourBody #WellnessMindset #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicStress #FearAndHealing #RealConversations #LifeLessons #Podcast #PodcastLife #PodcastClip #LongFormPodcast #MindsetPodcast #HealthPodcast #SelfImprovement

    24 min
  4. From Survival Mode to Self-Mastery

    1 JAN

    From Survival Mode to Self-Mastery

    We all want success. But few talk about what it costs before it ever shows. In this episode of BILF Pod, Brendan joins us for a raw and honest conversation about adversity, identity, and the slow evolution of becoming someone stronger than your past. Raised in chaos and shaped by survival, Brendan shares how discipline wasn’t a choice; it was a necessity. We talk about solving money before chasing freedom, why ego can be the biggest barrier to growth, and how wisdom is often borrowed from the people willing to tell you the truth. Brendan breaks down the difference between the capital economy and the content economy, explaining how leverage, not cash, is what compounds over time. This conversation explores the quiet glow-up no one celebrates: the internal shift from survival mode to self-mastery. The trials that force you to grow. The moments that humble you. And the realization that success isn’t a destination, but an evolution of who you were versus who you’re becoming.  If you’re navigating pressure, responsibility, and the feeling that you’re building something without immediate validation, this episode will meet you where you are. Because sometimes, the most important transformation is the one no one sees. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g    Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Brendan Boyd → @itsbrendanboyd Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod 00:00 – 00:35 | Intro 00:35 – 04:30 | Harsh Childhood Reality 04:30 – 11:20 | Family, Drugs, and Early Trauma 11:20 – 20:10 | Street Life, Violence, and Loss 20:10 – 30:40 | Consequences, Survival, and Prison Mindset 30:40 – 39:30 | Turning Point & Personal Awakening 39:30 – 46:20 | Discipline, Responsibility, and Self-Control 46:20 – 50:45 | Lessons Learned & Final Message #BILFPod #Brendan #MaraDorner #Mara #SuccessMindset #Adversity #Discipline #PersonalGrowth #SelfMastery #LifeLessons #RealConversations #EntrepreneurMindset #MentalStrength #Leverage #ContentEconomy #ModernSuccess #GrowthJourney #Podcast #PodcastLife #PodcastClip #LongFormPodcast #MindsetPodcast #SelfImprovement #Motivation

    51 min
  5. “I Had to Find Myself First”: Kelsey Adams on Motherhood & Self-Love

    25/12/2025

    “I Had to Find Myself First”: Kelsey Adams on Motherhood & Self-Love

    We all chase a dream. But no one talks about what happens when life asks you to carry more than one at the same time. Kelsey Addams joins us for a deeply honest conversation about becoming a woman, an artist, and a mother—all at once. From moving to NYC with a lifelong dream of acting to discovering how content creation became a bridge rather than a distraction, Kelsey opens up about the realities behind the journey people don’t see. We talk about dating yourself before expecting love from others, how self-love isn’t something you wake up with but something you practice, and why motherhood doesn’t soften you—it reveals you. She shares what it means to build a life piece by piece while raising a child, navigating ambition without guilt, and learning to give yourself grace while still moving forward. This episode explores the identity shifts no one prepares you for, how becoming a mom reshaped the way Kelsey sees herself and her purpose, and why you don’t need to have it all figured out to be on the right path. If you’re balancing dreams, responsibilities, and the quiet pressure to “have it all together,” this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel. 00:00 – 01:20 Intro: Authenticity, Energy & First Impressions 01:20 – 03:30 How Modeling Started & Breaking Industry Rules 03:30 – 05:10 From Music Videos to Creative Expression 05:10 – 06:40 Why Quality & Intentional Content Matter 06:40 – 08:30 Fashion, Identity & Cultural Influence 08:30 – 10:20 Confidence, Motherhood & Self-Respect 10:20 – 12:00 Dating Yourself & Emotional Independence 12:00 – 13:40 Motherhood as a Mirror for Growth 13:40 – 15:20 Creative Evolution: Acting, Hosting & Vision 15:20 – 16:50 Trusting the Journey & Letting Go of Control 16:50 – 18:00 What’s Next & Closing Reflections Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Kelsey Addams → @koolkelsey Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod #KelseyAddams #BILFPodcast #WomenInConversation #MotherhoodJourney #SelfLoveEvolution #ChasingTheDream #FindingMyWay #ModernMotherhood #WomenWhoCreate #ActingJourney #NYCLife #PersonalGrowthStory #ChoosingYourself #BuildingWhileBecoming #WomenSupportingWomen #CreativeLife #LifeUnfiltered #RealConversations #PurposeDrivenLife #GrowthMindset

    18 min
  6. From Unhealthy Habits to Helping Thousands | Hunter Stoler's Story

    18/12/2025

    From Unhealthy Habits to Helping Thousands | Hunter Stoler's Story

    We all want to change. But how many of us actually maintain it? Hunter Stoler joins us to talk about the transformation no one tells you about, the part that comes after you've already lost the weight. Not the before and after photos, not the 90-day challenge, but the years of keeping it off while actually enjoying your life. This episode breaks down what it's really like to go from destroying your body daily to building one that serves you, why losing weight is the easy part and maintenance is where most people fail, how he eats food he loves without restriction or guilt, and what it means to turn your personal transformation into a mission that impacts thousands. We talk about diet as a pattern of eating, not punishment; why one workout can pull you back on track when you've fallen off; the role genetics and your parents' habits played in shaping your health; why building muscle matters for everyone regardless of gender; and what happens when you stop treating change as a destination and start treating it as a lifestyle. If you've ever lost weight just to gain it back, or if you're tired of fighting against your own habits, this conversation will give you a new way to see your journey. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g  00:00 – 00:38 – Intro 00:38 – 02:27 – Welcome & Gift Explanation 02:27 – 06:20 – Origins & Reading People 06:20–08:40—Intuition vs Prediction 08:40 – 12:00 – Inherited Gift & Self-Identity 12:00 – 15:01 – Navigating People & Career 15:01 – 19:18 – Celebrities & Responsibility 19:18 – 23:10 – Personal Limits & Dating 23:10 – 24:00 – Protecting Energy 24:00–29:36—Business Strategy & Projects 29:36 – 39:58 – Global Vision & Closing 39:58 – 41:14 – Authenticity & New Coaches' Advice 41:14 – 42:26 – Social Media & Audience 42:26 – 44:32 – Health & Lifestyle 44:32 – 47:50 – Wellness Trends & Meal Plans 47:50 – 48:00 – Collaborations & Final Advice Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Hunter Stoler → @healthwithhunter Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod

    49 min
  7. Talk to Tash: The Woman Who Sees What Others Can’t

    11/12/2025

    Talk to Tash: The Woman Who Sees What Others Can’t

    We've all heard about intuition. But what if yours never turned off? Natasha Leath joins us to talk about the gift she's carried since she was 6 years old, the ability to know everything about someone just by looking at them. Not through tarot cards, not through meditation, just by seeing you. And it's never stopped. This episode breaks down what it's really like to live with a gift that doesn't come with an off switch, why she had to learn to value her time over her ability, how she sees the paths we think we're choosing versus the ones already laid out for us, and what it means to break limits you didn't even know were holding you back. We talk about destiny versus free will, the weight of seeing people's truth without them saying a word, why charging for your time isn't about the gift but about honoring your energy, and what happens when someone who sees beyond the surface tells you your future is bigger than you think. If you've ever felt like there's more to this world than what we can touch and see, this conversation will shift something in you. If you haven't already... Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g  00:00 – Intro 00:32 – Welcome & Guest Introduction 01:16 - How They First Met 02:07 – Explaining the Gift 02:27 – Origins of Her Ability 03:12 – Reading People Through Photos 04:00 – Childhood Signs (Sleepwalking) 05:20 – Handling Skeptics & Fakes 06:20 – Reading Possibilities vs Predicting the Future 07:30 – Role as an Intuitive Life Strategist 08:40 – Is the Gift Inherited? 09:45 – Mental Health & Clarity 10:48 – Turning 40 & Self-Identity 12:00 – Navigating People & Energy 14:05 – Why She Didn’t Quit Her Job 15:01 – Working With Celebrities 17:00 – What Celebrities Seek From Her 18:30 – Handling Responsibility & Sensitivity 19:18 – Why She Can’t Read Her Own Life 20:02 – Dating After Divorce 21:00 – Clients Who Aren’t Ready 23:10 – Protecting Her Energy 23:45 – “This Is Not a Gimmick” 24:00 – Working With CEOs & Companies 25:00 – Business Strategy Sessions 26:30 – Helping Companies Identify Issues 27:40 – Guiding Major Projects 29:36 – Her Global Vision 29:55 – Closing Remarks Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Natasha Leath → @talktotash922 Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod #BILFPodcast #MaraDorne #NatashaLeath #PsychicAbilities #IntuitionCheck #SpiritualAwakening #SpiritualJourney #Clairvoyant #EmpathLife #SixthSense #EnergyReading #SpiritualGifts #Manifestation #HigherConsciousness #SpiritualCommunity #Intuitive #ThirdEye #SpiritualPodcast #ConsciousLiving #SpiritualHealing #Awakening #DivineFeminine #LawOfAttraction #SpiritualGrowth #MindfulLiving #SpiritualWisdom #PodcastEpisode #DeepConversations #PodcastCommunity #MustListenPodcast #podcastrecommendations

    32 min

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The BILFPOD (Boss I'd Like To Follow) takes a deep dive into the lives and 'drives' of others. This weekly show, hosted by Mara Dorne, features unfiltered conversations with business leaders, influencers, and BILF's in their own accord. Branded segments such as "BILF Breakdown" "What's in your BILF bag” and many more that will keep you entertained, inspired and bring on allll the feels- LIVE from our studio- in 6 inch heels! Anyone who says business isn’t fun has obviously never listened to the BILFPOD.