691 episodes
Almost 30 Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik
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4.5 • 3.8K Ratings
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Welcome to Almost 30 - a supportive space to fuel your conscious evolution. Join us, LA-based best friends Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, for heart-centered, hilarious conversations and real, raw, impactful interviews with brilliant guests. We dive deep into topics like modern spirituality to health and wellness, aliens to entrepreneurship, social justice, and self development.
With every episode, our mission is to empower you, expand what you think is possible and, make you laugh - a lot. We are honest, open, and above all, human. We are committed to learning right alongside you in real time so we can all find growth in every moment together.
With millions of listeners around the world, Almost 30 has grown from a pioneering leader in the podcast space to a highly engaged global community. #Almost30Nation is full of purposeful dreamers who are curious, passionate, and constantly seeking growth in every aspect of our lives.
Join us for new episodes every Tuesday + Thursday!
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Saying No to Say Yes: Healthy Boundaries in Modern Love with Mark Groves + Kylie McBeath
In this episode, relationship experts Mark Groves + Kylie McBeath give us the tools we need to turn unhealthy patterns into conscious love. The power couple also opens up about their marriage and the vulnerable process of co-authoring their forthcoming book, Liberated Love.
Mark + Kylie unpack past experiences with codependency and boundary-setting, reflecting on how these aspects have sculpted their relationship today. They also explore how past wounds influence who we attract, and why self-reflection is the key to breaking this cycle.
Together with Lindsey, Mark + Kylie explain the power dynamics at play within intimate relationships, highlight the value of commitment, and even touch upon the challenges and beauty of parenthood. If your relationship is in need of some TLC, this episode is your answer!
We also talk about:
Unconscious relationship patterns + how to break them
How unhealthy relationships can prompt personal healing
Relationship misalignment vs. need for self improvement
Honoring personal deal breakers in relationships
Gender’s role in emotional learning within partnerships
Why we need community support in making pivotal life decisions
Ancestral patterns + their role in your relationship dynamics
Resources:
Website: createthelove.com + markgroves.com
Podcast: markgrovespodcast.com + The Journey Home Podcast
Instagram: @createthelove & @beingisbeautiful
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From Singlehood to Motherhood: Lindsey’s Journey to Finding Love + Purpose
In this unfiltered conversation, Krista interviews Lindsey on her life-changing journey from singlehood to motherhood. Lindsey shares her struggles with dating and reveals the big realization that finally helped her break the cycle of attracting the wrong people.
Ahead, Lindsey also sheds light on the less-discussed aspects of motherhood — loneliness, overwhelm, and the incredible sense of purpose she feels. Plus, she shares how she and her husband, Sean, learn from each other’s cultural perspectives as they raise a mixed child.
The conversation even covers the evolution of the podcast over eight years, as K+L discuss the pros and cons of monetizing their personal narratives and building a business around authenticity. You won’t want to miss this raw episode about personal transformation with your favorite girls!
We also talk about:
The value of community in raising children
The challenges of simultaneously working and parenting
Navigating identity and priorities as a new mother
Lindsey + Sean’s growth as a couple
Lindsey's experience with ayahuasca
Lindsey's seven years of singlehood
Redefining success in today’s culture
Resources:
Instagram: @lindseysimcik
Program: Sacredness of Being Single
Website: itskrista.co
Instagram: @itskrista
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Find Your Person: Matthew Hussey’s Guide to Self-Love, Sexual Attraction + Modern Dating
Whether you’re in a relationship, single, or heartbroken, you’ll want to hear this juicy conversation with the love guru himself! Renowned relationship coach and author Matthew Hussey sits down with Krista to talk about all things attraction, power dynamics, and modern dating.
Ahead of the launch of his new book, Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily (No Matter What), Matthew reveals the key ingredients to lasting connection. Plus, learn the subtle yet impactful gestures and communication skills that will advance any relationship.
Of course calling in the one always starts with doing the work on yourself, and Matthew completely redefines what loving yourself really looks like. Ladies, get ready to set high standards, create attraction, date with confidence, and receive the love you’ve always wanted!
We also talk about:
Modeling versus mirroring behavior in dating
The counterintuitive appeal of powerful women
Why men need to find new sources of power
How to set standards in your relationship
The deceptive nature of dating apps
Why self-love feels like caring for a child
Sculpting dream careers and relationships over time
Mistaking anxiety and relief as chemistry
Resources:
Instagram: @thematthewhussey
Website: matthewhussey.com
LoveLifeBook.com to pre-order his new book, Love Life
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Beauty Standards, Mental Illness, + Imposter Syndrome: Rising Through Pain with Mari Llewellyn
In this episode, Mari Llewellyn shares her inspiring weight loss story and how she turned her pain into a flourishing wellness business with her supplement line, Bloom. Mari + Krista unpack topics like beauty standards, depression, and the challenges of being in the public eye.
Ahead, Mari shares her battles with mental health, the unintended side effects of medication, and the struggle to balance her personal and professional life. Meanwhile, Krista opens up about her experiences with anxiety and personal evolution.
Together, they reflect on the pitfalls of college life, the regret over wasted time, and the redemption found in self-awareness and healing. As ambitious women, Mari + Krista take us through their intense approach to health, wellness, career, and living authentic, meaningful lives.
We also talk about:
Navigating public perception + undoing internalized shame
The correlation between substance use + mental health struggles
The interplay of fantasy + escapism in coping with reality
The fear of failure + pressures of maintaining success
Confronting past behaviors + setting boundaries for the future
Facing beauty standards in different social contexts
The role of spirituality in personal + professional life transitions
The importance of self-awareness in overcoming hardship
Resources:
Instagram: @marillewellyn
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MDMA, Trauma Therapy + Breathwork: Answers to Autoimmune Disease with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried
In today’s episode, Lindsey is joined by Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried MD, Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health at Thomas Jefferson University, and multiple New York Times bestselling author, to journey into the world of psychedelic medicine and autoimmunity.
Ahead, Dr. Gottfried shares her personal battle with autoimmune disease and the methods she used to heal, including an elimination diet and other innovative therapies. She also points to childhood and transgenerational trauma as key factors of our present-day health.
Dr. Gottfried helps us understand how stress impacts the endocrine system and urges us to consider alternative treatments, including breathwork and psychedelic-assisted therapy, which you can read more about in her new book, THE AUTOIMMUNE CURE.
We also talk about:
The exponential rise in autoimmunity + contributing factors
Genetic predisposition + early tests in managing autoimmunity
The transformative power of somatic work like Hakomi therapy
The role of immunomodulators in treating autoimmunity
The evidence and efficacy of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD
The comparison of women and men's responses to trauma
Hormonal fluctuations and the 'superwoman trap' affecting women's health
The importance of co-regulation in children's nervous system development
The influence of maternal experiences during pregnancy on offspring
Resources:
Book: THE AUTOIMMUNE CURE: Healing the Trauma and Other Triggers That Have Turned Your Body Against You
Calculate your ACE score: https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/discover-your-ace-score/
Instagram: @saragottfriedmd
Facebook: DrGottfried
Twitter: DrGottfried
YouTube: drgottfried
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Codependency, Herbal Healing, + the Gut-Lung Connection with Organic Olivia
In today’s episode, BFFs Krista + Olivia Amitrano, aka Organic Olivia, dive into the intricate web of codependency. Together, they unpack the reasons why we seek external validation and inspire us on a journey towards awareness and breaking the cycle.
Ahead, Olivia opens up about her childhood and the experiences that led her down the addictive path of codependency. She explains how this pattern can affect our health, likening the Chinese Medicine concept of 'dampness' to our emotional and spiritual challenges with codependency.
Krista + Olivia remind us that true independence and self-regulation come from within, and the real work is finding peace and a stable sense of self without relying on others. If you’re struggling to break free from codependency, you’re not alone, and healing is possible.
We also talk about:
The impact of selective childhood attention
The 'devouring mother' dynamic
Balancing the gut-lung microbiome
Enmeshment within family dynamics
Spirituality + cultivating afterlife connections
Setting boundaries + self-awareness
Prayer, gratitude, + intuition
Resources:
Website: https://www.organicolivia.com/
Instagram: @organic_olivia
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Customer Reviews
Relatable, Magical, Kismet
I happened to find the Almost 30 Podcast when my daughter was a newborn, during the lockdown, as a single mom with little support. Krista and Lindsey became my podcast BFFs when I felt alone and my entire being had shifted into this new person (a mom). Almost 3 years later I’m still a huge fan and love grabbing a matcha and going on a walk with two of my favorite podcast humans in my headphones.
The episodes are completely relatable and I learn a ton. This show is a pivotal aspect of my manifestation process as Krista and Lindsey and their guests are amazing expanders!
So grateful and couldn’t recommend this podcast more!
Love it! And so not 30 lol
I am a 43 year old woman and love how these two wonderful women are able to pour into my cup and feed my soul. I love their topics, you definitely don’t have to be in your 30s to benefit and learn so much to enrich your life.
Feels like every episode is an advertisement
I used to love this podcast, and sometimes still do, it’s helped me a lot with my self development and I’ve learned about a lot of new topics wouldn’t have otherwise. Some of the guests are so inspiring and I do like listening to Krista and Lindsay’s journeys.
BUT it feels like every episode is filled with sneaky consumerism. Not even the ads, which I understand to fund the show. It’s more than every guest launched newest life changing supplement or is selling an expensive course. I find it hard to trust K + L’s recommendations when it seems unrealistic that they actually take and love all these supplements. I often feel a lot of pressure to buy things after listening to the podcast, especially if I’m not feeling great and want to feel better. It makes me question the authenticity of the advice and why they bring who they do on the show. Especially with it being a spiritual podcast, I come here learn and improve myself, not to fall into influencer culture and overconsumption.
I also wish they vetted their guests more, for example, I did a quick search of Dr. Taz after listening to her episode and she has some really awful reviews from her patients, it’s just concerning because that was so easy to find on Google.