Everyday Rockstars

Gillian Stollwerk Garrett

Not all rockstars have guitars. Everyday Rockstars is your go-to podcast for stories about people who are crushing it in business, passion projects, or just life in general without the fame or the fluff. Tune in for honest convos, fresh perspectives, and the inspiration to live like the rockstar you already are.

  1. 4d ago

    From Survival Mode to Sovereignty: Becoming The CEO of Self with Marinet Matthee

    “Your life is a reflection of how much control you have over your nervous system.” That idea is at the heart of my conversation with Marinet Matthee, whose energy pops right off the screen with her radiant, magnetic aura! She’s on a mission to help women recalibrate their nervous systems, and step into greater sovereignty. As a model, Marinet openly shares her experiences with low self-worth, eating disorders, and the pressures she’s experienced. After losing a dear friend to suicide, she began taking a much deeper look at how she was living, what she wanted, what she did NOT want, and how much fear of judgment was shaping her choices. Today, she helps women do that work for themselves. She does this work for herself daily, too. Like her “F@ck Cringe Challenge” where for 30 days she encouraged women to do things without worrying what other people think! For Marinet, that meant checking pole dancing off her life list. 👌 We talk about comparison, beauty, self-worth, wellness, nervous system regulation, and how stress can show up in the body. She also invited me to do mirror work for feelings around the scar I have on my cheek, one of many practices she shares, and I what she recommended and it was powerful! I loved meeting this beautiful rockstar and experiencing her incredible energy. I loved this conversation!  It might make you ask yourself…What would I do if I stopped worrying about being judged? Please share with us, if it inspired you to do something today. 🤩

  2. Sep 18

    Everyday Rockstars with Kathleen Ives: Finding Joy, Trusting Your Intuition & What Lies Beyond💫

    What if the people we love never really leave us? And what if there’s more to this life, and what comes after it, than we can see? This week on Everyday Rockstars, I’m sitting down with one of the most joyful, genuine, and fascinating people I’ve met, Kathleen Ives, a spirit medium, intuitive coach, and author. Kathleen spent years in corporate America before embracing her lifelong connection to spirit and stepping fully into her calling. In this conversation, she opens up about the experiences that changed her life, including the profound loss of her best friend and the extraordinary way she experienced that transition. Her story offers a thought-provoking perspective on grief, love, and what it might mean to accompany someone we love beyond this life. We also talk about how to recognize signs, stay open to synchronicities, and become more connected to our own intuition. Kathleen believes we all have intuitive abilities. Some people are simply more open to noticing the signs and messages around them. The more we slow down, pay attention, and create space for the unexpected, the more we may begin to notice. Kathleen also shares how she practices energetic hygiene to stay grounded, centered, and connected without feeling drained. Because when your work involves holding space for people through some of life’s most emotional moments, taking care of yourself matters, too! And then there’s Kathleen herself. Her joy is contagious, her perspective is refreshing, and her ability to bring lightness to some of life’s biggest questions is something truly special.🤩 If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s life after death, felt curious about your own intuition, or simply want to become more open to the signs and synchronicities in your life, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! And if you want to dive deeper into Kathleen’s world, there are so many ways to learn from her. Check out her book, explore her coaching, and discover the different ways you can work with her to connect with loved ones and develop your intuition skills.  ✨ Follow Kathleen, stay open, and see what you start to notice.  Please share this episode with someone you love! Learn more about at KathleenIves.com⁠ #EverydayRockstars #KathleenIves #SpiritMedium #Intuition #FindingJoy #talktodeadpeople #SignsAndSynchronicities

  3. Sep 4

    What Are You REALLY Hungry For? A Conversation with Nutritionist/Author Kim Shapira

    What if the answer to changing your relationship with food isn’t another diet, but learning to actually listen to your body? I had such a deep, delicious conversation with Kim Shapira, M.S., R.D., a registered dietitian, nutrition therapist, and author of This Is What You’re Really Hungry For. Kim has spent nearly 30 years helping people stop fighting with food and understand what their bodies are really asking for. We talked about Kim’s early illness, her journey into nutrition, what she has learned from decades of working with clients, and the simple but powerful principles behind her method. We dive into her six simple rules, emotional eating, hunger cues, movement, hydration, sleep, and why lasting change has so much more to do with understanding yourself than following another set of food rules. What I loved most about this conversation is Kim’s belief that our bodies are constantly communicating with us. We simply have to learn how to listen. This isn’t a conversation about the next diet or what you “should” and “shouldn’t” eat. Quite the opposite- I t’s about getting back in touch with your body, understanding your emotional and physical needs, and creating a healthier relationship with food and with yourself! I found Kim’s approach so unique, refreshing, and empowering, and I think there’s something in this conversation for everyone. I have to say, it’s been helping me sleep better! Read the book to learn more :) I think you’re going to love this guest, her book and our great conversation!🤩 Connect with Kim: @kimshapiramethod | kimshapiramethod.com

  4. Aug 27

    From College Student to Beverage Founder: Noah Fishman Is Just Getting Started🍁

    Meet Noah Fishman 🍁 He’s 20, in college, and building a beverage brand around something most of us have probably never even thought about: maple water. Noah Fishman is founder of Ample Hydration, and this week’s Everyday Rockstar. Maple water essentially found Noah, and once he discovered it, he couldn’t stop thinking about its potential. His love for the drink quickly became a business, crash course in the beverage industry, and a mission to introduce more people to this naturally hydrating, lightly sweet drink straight from the maple tree. But this conversation is about so much more than maple water… It’s about hustle, grit, taking risks, staying curious, asking for help, and having the guts to go for it before you have all the answers. Noah’s philosophy is simple: life is short, so just go for it! At one point, he worried some of his advice might sound “corny.” I thought it was anything but. In fact, some of it was the kind of wisdom we could all use a little more of. He’s humble enough to say, “You don’t know what you don’t know,” and smart enough to surround himself with people who do. Now he’s balancing his sophomore year in college with building a company, educating consumers about maple water, supporting maple farmers, and working toward some pretty big distribution goals. And after spending time with him, I’ll say this: Pay attention. This “kid” is going places. 🚀 I’m honored to have been Noah’s first podcast interview, and I’m cheering him on every step of the way. And yes, I tried the Maple Water. It’s delicious, nutritious and refreshing!🍁 Have you tried it yet? If not, I highly recommend it. When ya know, you know. And I think we’re watching the beginning of something very big #EverydayRockstars #NoahFishman #AmpleHydration #MapleWater #Entrepreneurship #YoungEntrepreneur #Hustle #Grit #GoForIt #BeverageBrand

  5. Jul 29

    From Startup to Global Brand: Fearless Lessons from Rebecca Minkoff 👛

    What does it really take to build a global brand while staying true to yourself? In this episode of Everyday Rockstars, I sit down with fashion entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder Rebecca Minkoff for an honest conversation about courage, creativity, resilience, and what it means to keep showing up, even when things don’t go as planned. Rebecca shares the mindset that has carried her through incredible growth, difficult setbacks, and the constant evolution of building a business. We talk about getting comfortable with failure, trusting your instincts, tuning out comparison, and the surprising truth about what so many female founders think they need to succeed. Listen to the end! We also discuss the amazing work she’s doing through the Female Founder Collective, where she’s helping female entrepreneurs build thriving businesses through connection, education, and community. I love that she’s such a girl’s girl.  She genuinely wants to see us all thrive!  Gorgeous bags aside, I really became a superfan once I read her book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. It’s refreshingly honest. Like honest honest. She shares not only the victories, but also the big mistakes, pivots, and personal lessons that shaped her, including things about motherhood, health, hormones, confidence, and learning to make herself a priority.  The book is a reminder to me- it ain’t always easy, but your dreams are worth it. YOU are worth it.  What struck me most was how accessible she is. We spoke as if we knew each other forever. I also love how she leads with honesty, humility, and a willingness to keep learning, qualities that make her as badass as the brand she’s built. Stay until the end to hear what Becky believes keeps her in rockstar mode (yes, she said I could call her that)! ;) Whether you’re building a business, navigating a career, or simply looking for the courage to take your next step, this conversation is filled with wisdom you’ll want to come back to again and again.

  6. Jun 19

    Meet the DreamCatchers: Marissa & Jamie, the Fairy Job Mothers Every Young Professional Needs!

    We spend years helping our kids get into college, and then suddenly they’re expected to know how to network, build a LinkedIn profile, find internships, interview with confidence, and somehow land a job. 😳  It’s kind of wild when you think about it. That’s why I loved talking with sisters Jamie and Marissa of The Dream Catchers. They’re part career coaches, part recruiters, part cheerleaders, a little bit therapists, and certainly “fairy job mothers!” Drawing on years of experience in recruiting and HR, they help students and recent graduates bridge the gap between college and career with confidence, strategy, and a lot less stress! From landing the internship that can lead to a dream job to making meaningful connections and standing out in a crowded job market, they share the practical advice every young adult needs, but rarely gets. What I loved most about this conversation wasn’t just their expertise. It was THEM. Jamie and Marissa have a warmth, humor, and genuine passion for helping young people succeed that makes you instantly trust them. They balance each other beautifully, bring real heart to their work, and make what can feel overwhelming suddenly seem pretty manageable. Whether you have a college freshman, a graduating senior, a recent grad, or even a young professional looking for direction, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable takeaways.👏 I left this conversation thinking how every young adult deserves a Jamie and Marissa in their corner.  Thank you, rockstars!  🤩🤩It’s apparent YOU both are in your dream jobs!  Please check this episode out and share with a young professional that you care about.

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Not all rockstars have guitars. Everyday Rockstars is your go-to podcast for stories about people who are crushing it in business, passion projects, or just life in general without the fame or the fluff. Tune in for honest convos, fresh perspectives, and the inspiration to live like the rockstar you already are.