BILFPOD

Mara Dorne
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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. 

  1. Beyond the Sidelines: Women Reshaping Sports Journalism

    3H AGO

    Beyond the Sidelines: Women Reshaping Sports Journalism

    What happens when being different makes you a target — before it makes you respected? In this episode of BILF Pod, Kendra Douglas joins Mara for an honest conversation about identity, resilience, and staying in the room when the industry tests you. From navigating bias and representation in sports media to moments that quietly confirm you’re exactly where you belong, this is a grounded look at what it really takes to last. No outrage. No motivation talk. Just perspective earned over time. This episode isn’t about breaking through; it’s about not quitting before your moment arrives. 🎧 Listen if you’re building something that takes patience. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g  00:00 – 00:34 – Intro 00:34 – 06:00 – Guest Background & Career 06:00 – 11:00 – Taking Risks & Starting from Zero 11:00 – 17:00 – Mindset Shift & Personal Growth 17:00 – 23:00 – Building Businesses Strategically 23:00 – 28:00 – Leadership & Decision Making 28:00 – 34:00 – Purpose, Motivation & Drive 34:00 – 40:00 – Overcoming Obstacles & Setbacks 40:00 – 46:00 – Personal Habits & Structure 46:00 – 51:00 – Advice for Entrepreneurs & Women in Business 51:00 – 53:00 – 21-Day Challenge & Call to Action 53:00 – 53:40 – Outro Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Kendra Douglas → @kendra.douglas Follow the Podcast → ‪@bilfpod‬

    45 min
  2. From law to entrepreneurship to venture capital: This is what building power actually looks like.

    JAN 29

    From law to entrepreneurship to venture capital: This is what building power actually looks like.

    We’re told there’s a “right way” to live. To build. To balance motherhood, marriage, and ambition. But what if the real work is becoming stable on your own first? In this episode of BILF Pod, Lisa Sutton joins Mara for a grounded conversation on motherhood, identity, partnership, and building businesses without losing yourself. No hustle culture. No perfection myth. Just clarity, structure, and lived perspective. This episode isn’t about doing it all — It’s about doing it aligned. 00:00 – 00:40 Intro 00:40 – 02:00 Welcome & Show Introduction 02:00 – 06:00 Guest Background & Career Overview 06:00 – 11:00 Taking Risks & Starting from Zero 11:00 – 17:00 Mindset Shift & Personal Growth 17:00 – 23:00 Building Businesses Strategically 23:00 – 28:00 Leadership & Decision Making 28:00 – 34:00 Purpose, Motivation & Drive 34:00 – 40:00 Overcoming Obstacles & Setbacks 40:00 – 46:00 Personal Habits & Structure 46:00 – 51:00 Advice for Entrepreneurs & Women in Business 51:00 – 53:00 21-Day Challenge & Call to Action 53:00 – 53:40 Outro Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Lisa Sutton Gunderson → @lisasongsutton Follow the Podcast → ‪@bilfpod‬

    54 min
  3. From Rock Bottom to Relentless: The Mindset That Changed Everything

    JAN 22

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

    JAN 15

    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
  5. Doctors said surgery. She Said No, And Everything Changed

    JAN 8

    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
  6. From Survival Mode to Self-Mastery

    JAN 1

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

    12/25/2025

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

    12/18/2025

    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
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4.9
out of 5
40 Ratings

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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. 

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  • Creator
    Mara Dorne
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 BILFPOD
  • Show Website
    BILFPOD