Messy on Purpose

Fylisha Kruse
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Messy on Purpose is where we talk about the parts no one posts—the real, uncomfortable moments that actually shape who we are. Hosted by Fylisha, with Lee joining as producer and co-host, Messy on Purpose is a mix of raw co-host conversations, guest interviews, and global perspectives. This podcast is about ownership, awareness, and choosing growth without pretending life is perfect. We all have a mess. What matters is how we face it. Let’s be messy. Let’s be real. Let’s grow—on purpose.

  1. 2d ago

    #95: 😓 If You Can’t Talk About It, It’s a Problem

    In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee talk about the importance of having hard conversations and why avoiding them can slowly damage the relationships that matter most. Hard conversations are not just necessary in romantic relationships. They matter in friendships, family dynamics, work environments, business partnerships, and every space where trust, respect, and communication are required. Fylisha and Lee discuss why people avoid uncomfortable conversations, how silence can turn into resentment, and why strong relationships need honesty even when the conversation feels awkward, emotional, or difficult. They talk about: Why hard conversations are necessary for healthy relationshipsHow avoiding issues creates distance and resentmentWhy communication matters in friendships, family, work, and loveKnowing when a relationship or environment may need to be reevaluatedWhy honesty can reveal whether something is worth fighting forThis episode is a reminder that if something matters, it deserves a conversation. And if you can’t have that conversation with someone, it may be time to ask yourself why—and whether that relationship, friendship, job, or environment still belongs in your life.

  2. 6d ago

    The Weekly WTF #9: 🍔 Is Food Delivery Even Worth It Anymore?

    On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about food delivery services and asking the real question: is it even worth it anymore? Cold food. Smashed bags. Missing items. Wild fees. Random delays. And let’s not forget the part nobody wants to think about — your food riding around in someone’s car that may or may not be clean. We’re getting into the convenience of delivery, the questionable side of who is handling your food, whether regulations are actually being followed, and why sometimes it might just make more sense to eat out or cook at home. Because at some point, paying extra for cold fries, crushed containers, and a mystery delivery experience starts feeling less like convenience and more like a gamble. Is food delivery helpful? Sure. Is it always worth the cost, risk, and disappointment? That’s where the WTF comes in.

  3. Aug 10

    #94: 🏋️‍♀️ Building Confidence Through Fitness with Linzie Lea

    In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee sit down with Linzie Lea, a fitness trainer who helps women ages 35–55 become the healthiest, strongest, and most confident versions of themselves. Linzie shares her personal journey, how her own transformation led her to helping other women, and why fitness is about so much more than just workouts. It’s about habits, confidence, mindset, consistency, and learning how to show up for yourself in a way that actually lasts. Together, they talk about: Linzie’s life and what led her into fitnessHelping women 35–55 prioritize their healthBuilding habits that support long-term changeWhy confidence comes from keeping promises to yourselfHer goals as a fitness trainerContent creation and showing up onlineHer new venture into YouTubeThis episode is a reminder that it’s never too late to take control of your health, rebuild your confidence, and step into a stronger version of yourself. Because becoming your healthiest self doesn’t happen overnight.It happens one choice, one habit, and one promise at a time.

  4. Aug 6

    The Weekly WTF #8: 🗣️ “K” Is Not Communication

    On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about the communication differences between men and women — starting with the most dangerous one-letter text in a relationship: “K.” Because let’s be honest… after a heated conversation, “K” can mean a lot of things. It can mean “okay.” It can mean “I’m done talking.” It can mean “you’re about to find out.” Or maybe it was sent with no attitude at all — which is exactly why communication gets messy. Fylisha and Lee break down the difference between “K,” “Ok,” and “Okay,” how tone gets lost in text, and why men and women often process conflict differently. Sometimes women need time to process before they can fully respond. Sometimes men need to give that time without assuming the worst. But it is also both people’s responsibility to communicate what they need instead of expecting the other person to magically know. This one is about tone, timing, emotional processing, and why one tiny text can turn into a whole situation.

  5. Aug 3

    #93: 🇺🇸 Born Free and Still Complaining, Stop Taking America for Granted

    In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee celebrate the 250th Fourth of July with a conversation about gratitude, freedom, and what it really means to be proud to be American. They talk about how easy it can be to take this country for granted when you’ve been blessed to live here, grow up here, or build a life here. While America is far from perfect, the freedoms, opportunities, and rights we have are something many people around the world would do anything to experience. Fylisha and Lee discuss why being born here is a blessing, why becoming a citizen is a dream for so many, and how years of comfort have made some people forget just how fortunate we are. This episode is a reminder that gratitude matters. Pride matters. Freedom matters. There are amazing people from every corner of the world, but the freedom we have in America is something worth honoring, protecting, and never taking for granted. Because the Fourth of July isn’t just about fireworks.It’s about remembering how lucky we are to be free.

  6. Jul 30

    The Weekly WTF #7: 📱 Why Is Everything a Subscription Now?

    On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about the subscription chaos that has officially gotten out of control. It starts with streaming services somehow making it impossible to watch one show without needing three different apps, a password reset, and a mild emotional breakdown. Seasons are split across platforms, companies own half the services anyway, and somehow we’re still paying more to watch less. And it doesn’t stop there. If you’re a creator, business owner, podcaster, or just someone trying to function online, everything has a monthly fee. Editing software, scheduling tools, design apps, website platforms, storage, music, email systems, AI tools, subscriptions for subscriptions — it never ends. At what point did buying something turn into renting everything forever? This one is about streaming frustration, creator expenses, digital overload, and the slow financial death of “just $9.99 a month.”

  7. Jul 27

    #92: 🎞️ Film, AI & the Future of Creativity with Anthony Giovanni Elias

    In this episode of Messy on Purpose, Fylisha and Lee sit down again with their friend Anthony Giovanni Elias for another round of film industry talk, creative chaos, and real conversation. Anthony shares the exciting film ventures he has coming up, while he and Lee dive into their collaborations, what they’re building together, and where they see the film industry heading next. From creative projects to industry shifts, this conversation gets into the passion, work, and evolution happening behind the scenes. They also talk about AI in film—how it’s changing the industry, what it could mean for creators, and why technology can be both exciting and unsettling when it comes to art. And because this is Messy on Purpose, the conversation takes a turn into fitness too. Fylisha, Lee, and Anthony discuss how people react when someone who is in shape eats a treat—and what those comments usually reveal about the other person’s mindset, discipline, and relationship with food. This episode covers: Anthony’s upcoming film venturesLee and Anthony’s film collaborationsWhere the film industry is headedHow AI is changing creativity and filmmakingThe balance between technology and real artistryFitness, food comments, and people’s assumptionsIt’s film talk, future talk, fitness talk, and the kind of messy conversation that somehow all connects. Because creativity is changing, the industry is shifting, and the people willing to adapt are the ones who keep moving forward.

  8. Jul 23

    The Weekly WTF #6: 🙏🏼 Move Over, Other People Exist

    On this episode of The Weekly WTF, Fylisha and Lee are talking about taking up space — because yes, you’re allowed to exist, but no, that does not mean you get to block everyone else from existing too. It starts with people standing in the middle of walkways like they’re the final boss of the grocery store aisle, and turns into a bigger conversation about shared public spaces, basic awareness, and the absolute chaos happening in gyms. Blocking common areas.Not putting weights away.Sitting on equipment while scrolling.Hogging multiple machines while people are waiting.Acting like public spaces are your personal living room. Taking up space is fine. Being completely inconsiderate while doing it is not. This one is about awareness, respect, and remembering that other people are trying to move through the world too.

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Messy on Purpose is where we talk about the parts no one posts—the real, uncomfortable moments that actually shape who we are. Hosted by Fylisha, with Lee joining as producer and co-host, Messy on Purpose is a mix of raw co-host conversations, guest interviews, and global perspectives. This podcast is about ownership, awareness, and choosing growth without pretending life is perfect. We all have a mess. What matters is how we face it. Let’s be messy. Let’s be real. Let’s grow—on purpose.

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  • Creator
    Fylisha Kruse
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Fylisha Kruse
  • Show Website
    Messy on Purpose