Ridiculously You with Julie May

Julie May
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The Ridiculously You Podcast by Julie May is the ultimate un-shrinking show for people who’ve outgrown bland advice. Expect messy healing, boundary breakthroughs, spicy humor, and the wild permission to be fully you. No perfection. No performative healing. Just radically honest convos, empowering tools, and storylines that feel like your own (but with more glitter and rebellion).

  1. 4d ago

    Caren Paskel: Midlife Body Alignment & Ditching Survival

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Caren Paskel, Author and Creator of Midlife Body Alignment, for a conversation that rips off the mask of High Functioning Survival Mode and exposes the exhaustion hiding behind competence. After losing her young husband to terminal brain cancer and walking away from her business in Detroit, Caren rebuilt her entire life from scratch at eleven thousand feet in Colorado. She shares the raw, messy detours of widowhood, nervous system regulation, and what happens when you stop managing everyone else's comfort. Julie May and Caren Paskel dive into why more discipline is never the fix when your body is bracing for impact. They discuss the garbage-sauce habit of restricting your body to earn the right to be seen, and how a regulated nervous system will completely revolutionize your boundaries, your relationships, and your dating life. This is a bold rebellion against shrinking into quiet safety, proving that you do not need anyone's permission to live at full volume. This conversation is your permission slip to stop negotiating with your body, ditch the performance, and start taking up space. You will walk away with practical insights on recognizing survival mode, regulating your nervous system, and honoring the life that is already unfolding. Want to learn more about Caren Paskel?  https://www.tiktok.com/@caren.paskel?lang=en  https://www.instagram.com/carenpaskel/  https://www.facebook.com/carenpaskelselfevolution/  https://www.youtube.com/@CarenPaskel-g1g Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter?  https://ridiculouslyyou.com Want to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak?  https://thejuliemay.com

  2. Sep 28

    Tony Dina: Jungian Depth Coaching & Corporate Exit

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Tony Dina, Jungian Depth Coach, for a conversation that bridges the gap between high-level technology and the deep human psyche. Tony spent nearly three decades in corporate tech leadership, serving as a Field CTO and Director of AI at Dell. Beneath the executive credentials, he was hiding his MFA and performing a version of himself that fit the corporate script. His turning point came when he stopped shrinking, ditching the garbage-sauce silence of corporate politics to launch Crucial Canvas. Julie May and Tony Dina explore the messy parts of identity reclamation, from escaping a literal straitjacket on stage at a tech conference to navigating a silent demotion after eighteen years of service. Tony shares how a two-month dream intervention guided his transition from corporate executive to depth coach and Certified Whiskey Sommelier, proving that waking up is far more powerful than burning out. This conversation is your permission slip to stop editing the parts of yourself that make you magic and hold space for both technical mastery and soulful authenticity. You will walk away with practical takeaways on setting boundaries, listening to your unconscious mind, and reclaiming human judgment in an automated world. Want to learn more about Tony Dina? https://crucialcanvas.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/antdina/ https://crucialcanvas.substack.com Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter? https://ridiculouslyyou.com Want to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak? https://thejuliemay.com

  3. Sep 21

    Evelyn Ratcliffe: AI Hype & Ditching Corporate BS

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Evelyn Ratcliffe, AI Strategist, for a conversation that cuts right through the corporate noise and tech hype. Evelyn spent twenty-five years navigating the tech world, running on stress and silence until she realized shrinking was no longer an option. When her boss refused to fund her MIT Sloan AI certification, she paid for it out of her own pocket, choosing a complete rebellion against shrinking into corporate expectations. Julie May and Evelyn Ratcliffe dive into the messy parts of parasocial AI traps, exposing how female entrepreneurs are targeted by algorithms built to validate rather than connect. They dismantle the garbage-sauce habit of outsourcing your intuition, healing, or business decisions to tech products. Evelyn shares how owning her loud thoughts and zero-patience for nonsense became her ultimate superpower. This episode is your permission slip to stop editing the parts of yourself that make you magic and trust your own mind. You will walk away with real-world AI strategy insights, practical boundaries around tech, and the courage to claim your financial power without waiting for permission. Want to learn more about Evelyn Ratcliffe?  Instagram: @omgitsaratrace  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/earatcliffe  Substack: substack.com/@annwithane Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter?  https://ridiculouslyyou.com Want to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak?  https://thejuliemay.com

  4. Sep 14

    Zolal Habibi: Human Rights & Turning Loss to Courage

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Zolal Habibi, Human Rights Advocate, for a conversation that transforms unimaginable personal grief into a relentless force for freedom. After her father was executed during Iran's 1988 massacre, Zolal faced a life-altering choice. Instead of shrinking under the weight of tragic loss, she launched a rebellion against shrinking and dedicated over 25 years to advocating for political prisoners and women's rights through her work with the NCRI. Julie May and Zolal Habibi dive into the messy parts of carrying quiet grief and overcoming the fear of being "too much." Zolal shares how ditching the garbage-sauce expectation to stay silent allowed her to reclaim her voice on the global stage. This episode is an unfiltered look at emotional resilience, standing in your passion, and why choosing courage over fear is the ultimate act of radical self-love. This conversation is your permission slip to stop editing the parts of yourself that make you magic and use your voice when it matters most. You will walk away with practical insights on turning pain into purpose, setting boundaries that protect your peace, and understanding that one single voice can ignite real change. Want to learn more about Zolal Habibi?  https://www.ncr-iran.org/  https://maryamrajavi4change.com/  https://iranfreedom.org/ https://oiac.org/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/zolalhabibi Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter?  https://ridiculouslyyou.com Want to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak?  https://thejuliemay.com

  5. Sep 7

    Katie Rudy: Game Day Ready & Unspoken Fan Rules

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Katie Rudy, Fan Experience Architect at Game Day Ready, for a conversation that turns traditional sports marketing on its head. Katie spent over fifteen years working behind the scenes in collegiate athletics and event presentation before realizing she was shrinking her unique genius to fit an industry mold. She opens up about the messy parts of trying to be everything to everyone, hiding behind a vague brand, and hearing a boss dismiss her invisible strategic thinking. Instead of continuing to play small, Katie launched a total rebellion against shrinking and claimed her true superpower: people-watching and decoding the unspoken rules that make first-time fans feel like outsiders. Julie May and Katie Rudy dig into why attending a game and becoming a fan are two completely different experiences, exposing the garbage-sauce assumption that belonging in a stadium happens automatically. Katie shares how embracing her Type-A intensity, movie quotes, and meme-obsessed brain allowed her to build an authentic business that honors how humans actually behave. This episode is your permission slip to stop editing the parts of yourself that make you magic, even if your skills do not fit into a standard corporate job description. You will walk away with practical takeaways on designing experiences around unasked questions, building genuine community, and making space for people to truly belong. Want to learn more about Katie Rudy?  https://www.gamedayreadyhq.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/katierudy/ Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter?  https://ridiculouslyyou.com Want to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak?  https://thejuliemay.com

  6. Aug 31

    Jim Fielding: Radical Kindness & Ditching the Ego

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Jim Fielding, executive advisor and bestselling author, for a conversation that rips away the corporate script to reveal authentic leadership. Jim spent years leading global brands as president of Disney Stores worldwide, but his path shifted when a changing environment threatened to dim his light. Instead of shrinking to fit someone else's box, Jim chose a total rebellion against expectation and walked away to redefine success on his own terms. We dive into the messy parts of leaving external validation behind and the awkward detours of rebuilding an identity outside of a corporate title. Jim shares how journaling through the pandemic sparked his book, All Pride, No Ego, and led to the launch of his community, The League of Radical Kindness. This conversation is your permission slip to stop letting anyone dim your light or force you into a garbage-sauce mold. Julie May and Jim Fielding unpack why radical self-love means choosing authenticity over approval. You will walk away with practical tools to lead with empathy, embrace your true self, and bring radical kindness to your everyday life. Want to learn more about Jim Fielding?  https://www.hijimfielding.com/  www.linkedin.com/in/jimfielding  https://www.instagram.com/hijimfielding/ Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter?  https://ridiculouslyyou.com Want to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak?  https://thejuliemay.com

  7. Aug 24

    Antionett Beck-Doss: Reinvention & Mobile Genetix DNA

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Antionett Beck-Doss, Founder and CEO of Mobile Genetix DNA, for a conversation that proves it is never too late to rewrite your story. Antionett shares the raw, messy parts of her journey from overcoming homelessness and addiction to walking away from society's script to build mission-driven ventures and live abroad in Thailand. If you have been waiting for permission to stop playing small, this episode serves as an unfiltered look at what happens when you choose courage over comfort.Julie May and Antionett Beck-Doss dive deep into the real-world impact of shrinking, exploring how hiding your journey keeps both your career and your relationships trapped in survival mode. They dismantle the garbage-sauce of waiting for approval and share practical takeaways on turning pain into purpose, setting boundaries that stick, and stepping into bold reinvention without apology. You will walk away with the courage to stop editing the parts of yourself that make you magic and the clarity to build a life you do not need a vacation from.Want to learn more about Antionett Beck-Doss? https://www.facebook.com/share/1E3i5za9eP/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.tiktok.com/@toni.lasha?_r=1&_t=ZP-98ESJg4WoRD https://www.linkedin.com/in/antionett-beck-doss-hon-d-593b43262Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter? https://ridiculouslyyou.comWant to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak? https://thejuliemay.com

  8. Aug 17

    David Kincaid: Ditching Corporate Rules & Leading with Power

    In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with David Kincaid, former U.S. diplomat and global strategist turned corporate executive coach, for a direct conversation on navigating truth, power, and real-world leadership. Recorded live in Albania, this returning-guest interview peels back the curtain on how high-stakes corporate strategy actually works when you strip away the corporate buzzwords. David shares the messy parts of helping massive organizations pivot without losing their humanity, proving that real business transformation requires ditching the glossy pitches for straight-talk clarity. Julie May and David Kincaid dive into the awkward detours that happen when corporate cultures clash with individual purpose, offering practical takeaways on setting boundaries that stick within high-pressure team dynamics. If you are tired of corporate garbage-sauce and rigid rules that crush workplace culture, this episode offers a clear framework for leading with courage and authenticity. You will walk away with actionable tools to challenge corporate orthodoxy, lead your teams without shrinking, and make bold decisions that serve both the bottom line and human resilience. Want to learn more about David Kincaid? https://davidkincaidcoaching.com/ Want to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter? https://ridiculouslyyou.com Want to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak? https://thejuliemay.com

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The Ridiculously You Podcast by Julie May is the ultimate un-shrinking show for people who’ve outgrown bland advice. Expect messy healing, boundary breakthroughs, spicy humor, and the wild permission to be fully you. No perfection. No performative healing. Just radically honest convos, empowering tools, and storylines that feel like your own (but with more glitter and rebellion).

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