Candidly Kasi

Kasi DeStefano
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Updated Weekly

Candidly Kasi is a space for real conversations about the seasons of womanhood—motherhood, marriage, parenting, perimenopause, and everything in between. No filters, no pretending, no “having it all” pressure. Just honest stories, hard truths, lessons learned, and the reassurance that you’re not alone in what you’re feeling. If you’ve ever thought “Is this normal?”—this podcast is for you.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    #9 | When Getting High Stops Feeling Good - From Rehab to Reclamation with Dom

    On this episode of Candidly Kasi, Kasi sits down with Dom to talk honestly about marijuana addiction, rehab, and the difficult road to getting sober. Dom shares how what started as casual use slowly became a way to escape stress, emotions, and everyday life — until he realized he no longer felt like himself without it. Together, they discuss the stigma around marijuana addiction, the warning signs people often ignore, what rehab was really like, and the mental and emotional work that comes with recovery. The conversation is raw, relatable, and hopeful for anyone struggling silently or loving someone who is. Follow Along: https://www.tiktok.com/@natural_minded_mama https://www.instagram.com/natural_minded_mama_ Episode Sponsors: Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 25% https://nimanow.com/KASI Shop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASI Shop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI

    1h 2m

  2. May 19

    #8 | Redefining Happiness: A Deep Dive into Mental Health with Tobi Granger, LMHC

    On this episode of Candidly Kasi, Kasi sits down with licensed mental health counselor Tobi Granger for an honest conversation about therapy, emotions, and the stories we tell ourselves about mental health. Tobi explains that therapy isn’t about “fixing” people—it’s about learning skills for wellbeing, just like we learn skills for work, parenting, or life. Together they unpack the stigma around emotions and why avoiding feelings like sadness, anger, or grief can actually make life harder. They explore the pressure to chase constant happiness, unrealistic expectations around work and relationships, and how therapy can help redefine what a fulfilling life really looks like. Kasi opens up about her own journey through therapy, setting family boundaries, and reconnecting with her feminine side after years of operating in survival mode as a single mom. Tobi also dives into how childhood experiences shape adult behaviors, the importance of teaching kids to trust their instincts (aka the “heebie-jeebie meter”), why many men avoid therapy, and her memorable “pizza theory” for creating a life with healthier ingredients. Don't forget to comment your questions for Tobi, so she can answer them in an upcoming episode. Follow Along: https://www.tiktok.com/@natural_minded_mama https://www.instagram.com/natural_minded_mama_ Episode Sponsors: Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 25% https://nimanow.com/KASI Shop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASI Shop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI

    59 min

  3. May 12

    #7 | Humanity, Hashtags and Health with Tony Berardo

    In this episode of Candidly Kasi, Kasi chats with Tony Berardo from Humanity and Hashtags about how he stays jacked while eating mostly plant-based and how intermittent fasting and lifestyle changes helped put his Crohn’s symptoms into remission. The two dive into TRT, hormone health, perimenopause, parenting, workouts, protein, recovery, and the pressure to stay healthy in a world full of ultra-processed food and microplastics. They also swap stories about breast implant illness, baby formula, questioning the healthcare system, and trying to raise healthier kids without losing your mind. Plus, Tony shares the inspiration behind his Human Dad apparel brand. Follow Along: https://www.tiktok.com/@natural_minded_mama https://www.instagram.com/natural_minded_mama_ Episode Sponsors: Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 25% https://nimanow.com/KASI Shop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASI Shop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI Connect with Tony https://www.facebook.com/theberardo https://www.instagram.com/theberardo/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humanity-and-hashtags/ https://humandad.com/ Use code DAD20 to save 20% at checkout and get FREE SHIPPING

    1h 1m

  4. May 5

       #6 | Wilson's 9th Birthday Podcast Special

    In this special audio only episode, Kasi is joined by her daughter, "Wilson"—who kicks things off by singing the intro and celebrating her 9th birthday. They chat about what it feels like to be nine, birthday plans (think pool time, presents, and an arcade party with a visit from Holly), and their favorite Mother’s Day tradition of staying in bed watching movies like Harry Potter. Wilson shares her favorites in a fun rapid-fire Q&A, from colors and foods to movies and a recent room makeover—complete with a hilarious story about Pepper helping pick the paint color. She talks about her love of swimming and gymnastics, her dream of becoming a singer, and what makes a good friend. When asked what the world needs more of, her answer is simple: kind people. The host reflects on motherhood, their favorite family moments, and shares a story about standing up for others. The episode wraps up with a sweet highlight—Wilson performing her original song, “Ki-Li-E”. Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps! Follow Along: https://www.tiktok.com/@natural_minded_mama https://www.instagram.com/natural_minded_mama_ Episode Sponsors: Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 25% https://nimanow.com/KASI Shop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASI Shop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI

    24 min

  5. Apr 29

    #5 | Bonus: OCPD, Wellbutrin, and Letting Go of Control

    In this episode of Candidly Kasi, Kasi shares how an OCPD diagnosis changed her perspective on mental health. She opens up about starting Wellbutrin, quieting the mental noise, improving focus, and becoming more open to the idea that medication can be self care. Episode Sponsors: Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 15% https://nimanow.com/KASI Shop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASI Shop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI

    29 min

  6. Apr 28

    #4 | Calories, Cravings & Comebacks with Christina Ruff

    Christina joins the podcast to share her weight loss journey that started after a March 2020 wedding and carried through COVID lockdowns. She breaks down how she began with at-home workouts, cleaned up her nutrition, and saw results within weeks—dropping from 170 to 140 pounds. Now a busy single mom of two, she talks about fitting workouts into real life, why the scale doesn’t define success, and how strength and confidence matter more. Episode Sponsors: Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 15% https://nimanow.com/KASI Shop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASI Shop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI

    41 min

  7. Apr 21

    #3 | Healing Out Loud with Tara Leigh

    Tara Leigh opens up about her childhood trauma, the journey to finding love, and what it really looks like to heal. This conversation goes to some heavy places—but somehow, we still find laughter in the middle of it all. It’s about resilience, growth, and the power of not letting your past define you. Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 15% https://nimanow.com/KASI Shop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASI Shop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI

    39 min

  8. Apr 14

    #2 | Sun Kissed and Pissed

    In episode two of Candidly Kasi, host Kasi DeStefano reflects on April milestones. She shares how COVID disruptions in New Jersey pushed her family to move to a place they’d never visited, in Florida. While grateful for the life they’ve built, Kasi admits seeing her daughter reconnect with an old friend stirred feelings of missing her past community. Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASI Shop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 15% https://nimanow.com/KASI 00:35 Beach Day Sunburn 01:16 Why We Left Jersey 04:35 Missing Old Friends 06:22 Moving Blind and Buying 09:22 Weekend Recap and Bowling 13:12 Gratitude and Next Guests 14:05 Sponsor Break1 5:34 Fear of Change Lessons 18:14 Florida Culture Shock 20:25 Wrap Up and Thanks

    20 min

  9. Apr 10

    #1 | The Candid Journey to Understanding Perimenopause

    The Candid Journey to Understanding Perimenopause | Candidly, Kasi (Ep. 1) In the first episode of Candidly Kasi, Kasi launches her uncensored podcast after feeling censored on social media. She shares her personal experience with perimenopause, and describes symptoms she faced starting around age 38: brain fog, disrupted sleep, mood swings, low libido, hot flashes, and about 30 pounds of weight gain, she felt like she was losing her mind! She talks about her HRT journey and breaks down exactly what she did to start feeling like herself again. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:47 Why I Started This 01:14 Perimenopause Explained 02:19 Symptoms and Weight Gain 03:44 Getting Diagnosed 05:27 Finding Midi Care 06:40 Patch Fail and Pivot 07:37 Gel and Progesterone Wins 08:26 Adding Testosterone 09:22 Results and Energy Return 11:58 Periods and Pregnancy Scare 13:58 Relationships and Mental Health 16:27 Sponsor Break Boron 17:16 No One Size Fits All 18:22 Q&A and Next Episodes

    19 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Candidly Kasi is a space for real conversations about the seasons of womanhood—motherhood, marriage, parenting, perimenopause, and everything in between. No filters, no pretending, no “having it all” pressure. Just honest stories, hard truths, lessons learned, and the reassurance that you’re not alone in what you’re feeling. If you’ve ever thought “Is this normal?”—this podcast is for you.

Information

  • Creator
    Kasi DeStefano
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kasi DeStefano
  • Show Website
    Candidly Kasi

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