Eat My Words

Johanna Almstead

Pull up a seat at our table, where badass women from all walks of life—fashion, beauty, design, music, philanthropy, art, and more—come together to share honest stories, serve truths, and dig into the realities of modern womanhood.

  1. Aug 4

    Replay: Welcome to the Table: Don't Be the One Saying No to Yourself

    We are beyond thrilled to have Danielle Prescod joining the table today! Author of The Rules of Fortune and Token Black Girl, Danielle is a fifteen-year veteran of the beauty industry and cofounder of 2BG Consulting, which aids fashion and beauty brands and influencers on their anti-racism journeys. Danielle and I dive right in to their experiences with the fashion world and let us in on just how accurate The Devil Wears Prada really was. We talk about finding the energy and motivation to accomplish creative goals, letting someone else say no rather than being the one saying it to yourself, and the importance of fitting important things into our busy lives. Throughout our discussion, Danielle also shares about her belief in attention as currency, the invisible surveillance that keeps us locked in old patterns, reclaiming her time, and the intricacies of self care - is a face mask ever enough? The conversation flowed, and I hope you'll enjoy listening - let me know if you do! xxJohanna You can find Danielle on her website http://www.danielleprescod.com/On instagram https://www.instagram.com/danielleprescod/Token Black Girl here: https://www.amazon.com/Token-Black-Girl-Danielle-Prescod/dp/1542035163The Rules of Fortune here: https://www.amazon.com/Rules-Fortune-Novel-Danielle-Prescod/dp/166252014X Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

  2. Jul 28

    Replay! Welcome to the Table: You Don't Need Math!

    Join us for a RIOTOUS episode with Carrie Byalick, the most badass show business executive out there. Johanna and Carrie's friendship shines as they dive into the nitty gritty of success, sacrifice, and whether or not we actually need math to make it this day and age. Carrie brings us along her incredibly glamorous, high pressure career in the entertainment industry and talks about fostering a sense of self, knowing which doors to walk through, and learning by doing - "there is no lesson like an on the ground lesson." The late great Philip Seymour Hoffman once told Carrie, "come on, look where you are!" Now Carrie shares her wisdom with us, sharing what she does when she feels stuck, what she's learned about rest and balance, and that doing and saying the wrong things are the best teachers. Find Carrie at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriebyalick/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-byalick-708483132 Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

  3. Jul 21

    Replay! Welcome to the Table: It Just Doesn't Happen Overnight

    We are busy summering so I wanted to bring you this episode about a woman who built a brand on the idea of summer!  I am so lucky to get to chat with designer and resort brand founder Jamie Banks.  I hope you love the conversation as much as I did! From working on Gwen Stefani's design team to waitressing at the Cheesecake Factory - everything happens for a reason! Join us as Jamie Banks takes us along the ups and downs of her over 20 years in the fashion industry. And yes, some names are named! An accomplished ready-to-wear and swimwear designer, Jamie now creative directs Change of Scenery, the sustainable swimwear brand that she founded in 2022. She shares her experience launching a brand with three children under the age of 10, how she balances motherhood with the demands of entrepreneurship, and learning how to delegate. The conversation is filled with energy as it navigates lay offs, self worth, learning with and from others, and the unexpected intricacies of parent networking. The vibes are high, the friendship is strong, and the creative juices flow - let's dive in! xxJo Where to find Jamie:https://www.instagram.com/jamiebanks22/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamienbanks Change of Scenery: https://www.instagram.com/shopchangeofscenery/https://shopchangeofscenery.com/ Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

  4. Jul 14

    Welcome to the Table: Girl Dinner on Summer as a Verb

    It finally feels like summer and I am going hard!  On today's episode I talk about the idea of "Summering" as something we can consciously do.  It is the things we choose to say yes to and the mindset we keep.  I share the things I am saying yes to this summer and I hope you will share with me how you are embracing the season.  I have been reading like a madwoman, so I am sharing my books recommendations too!  In the interest of summering hard, this will be the last episode for a few weeks, while we take some time to slow down, eat ice cream, watch fireflies and brew up new adventures.  We will be back in a few weeks with a whole new slew of amazing women telling their stories and so much more!  In the meantime, tell me what you are saying yes to in the comments! xx,Jo Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

  5. Jul 7

    Welcome to the Table: Ilse Werther

    On today's episode, I get to talk with former fashion model turned reading and language specialist, Ilse Werther.  She talks openly about her marriage to a narcissist and what it took to leave.  She also talks about how her own child's learning differences were what finally gave her the courage to take her life into her own hands.  She talks about finding love again and how she refuses to be unhappy.  She is kind and honest and brave and AAI am so glad you are here to listen to her story. xxJo Find Ilse at:https://lgrlearninggroup.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilsewerther/ Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

  6. Jun 30

    Welcome to the table: Fashion as Diplomacy

    In today's episode I get to sit down with the delightful Nesli Danisman, the co-founder and principal at Angora Group. We talk about what it means to start a brand from scratch, the importance of finding the right partners and that relationships are everything.  We talk about what she learned from her diplomat father and how she crafted her life to be different than what was expected of her.  She is smart and worldly and kind and so funny and I hope you love hearing her story.  I am so happy you are here.xxJo Find Nesli at:https://www.angoragroup.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ndanisman/https://www.instagram.com/angoragroup/ Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

  7. Jun 23

    Welcome to the Table: Mariana Velasquez

    On today's episode, I get to speak with the gorgeous and glorious Mariana Velasquez.  She is a chef, she is a hostess, she is a master entertainer, she is a cookbook author and an all around beautiful human.  We talk about how she took a chance on herself at a very young age and that staying true to who she was and what she wanted led her to incredible opportunities.  She is a hard worker with an exquisite eye for color and detail and she looks at life through a very colorful lens.  She is charming and inspiring and so very smart and I can't wait for you to get to know her!xxJo Find Mariana at: https://www.marianavelasquez.comhttps://www.casavelasquez.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marianavelasquezv/ Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

  8. Jun 16

    Welcome to the Table: Say Yes First, Figure It Out Later

    In today's episode, I got to speak with Christine Richmond, a Licensed Master Social Worker and Geriatric Care Manager about her journey from immigrant, single mother to founding two incredible businesses in the elder care space.  She talks about the power of putting yourself out there and just saying yes when opportunity presents itself.  She talks about some of the pitfalls of being raised to be a caregiver and finding her purpose through volunteering.  She cares so deeply about humanity and is smart and hardworking and delightful.  I am so happy you are here to listen to her story. XXJo Find Christine at: https://carecollectivehealth.org and https://carefind.org Eat My Words Instagram: Eat My Words TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatmywordsthepodcast?lang=en  Eat My Words Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatMyWordsthePodcastEat My Words Website: https://www.eatmywordsthepodcast.com

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Pull up a seat at our table, where badass women from all walks of life—fashion, beauty, design, music, philanthropy, art, and more—come together to share honest stories, serve truths, and dig into the realities of modern womanhood.

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  • Creator
    Johanna Almstead
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Johanna Almstead

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