Inside The Lemonverse Podcast

Cristina Stephenson - Limonista

🍋 Welcome to The Limonista Podcast—where every sip has a story. I’m Cristina, a lemonade maker, market vendor, mom, and dreamer sharing behind-the-scenes moments from my tiny-but-mighty lemonade biz. Here, we talk flavors, flops, growth, grit, and the big-hearted stories behind the stand. Whether you’re sipping with me from the kitchen, the carpool line, or your own creative corner of the world—you’re invited. Come for the citrus, stay for the community. New episodes drop once or twice a month. Join me for honest chats, seasonal drops, and sunny encouragement.

Episodes

  1. JAN 21

    The Identity Quick Change

    Episode Summary: In the premiere episode of Inside the Lemonverse, host Cristina Stephenson takes us behind the scenes of her incredible "quick-change" at age 50. From holding a Secret Clearance with the USDHS and executing Broadway wardrobe changes to surviving a $3,000 professional heartbreak, Cristina shares how a "miracle" barista job led to the launch of her mobile lemonade revolution. It’s a story of resilience, clean living, and why it’s never too late to start your own Act Two. In This Episode, You’ll Hear: ​The Pivot: Why Cristina traded a high-stakes government career for a lemon zester to be there for her three "shin-kickers." ​The Failed Auditions: The truth about the YouTube channel, the Italian bread-baking, and the $3,000 health-coaching grift. ​The Miracle at the Espresso Machine: How a part-time barista job in an October "off-season" birthed a business. ​The Experience: What to expect at the mobile bar (hint: there’s a disco ball and "Easter eggs" for the kids!). Resources & Links Mentioned: ​Visit the Set: Check out the Limonista Blog for "clean label" tips and business updates. ​Join The Lemon Vault: Get our monthly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox for the latest "Inside the Lemonverse" secrets. ​Buy Me a Coffee: Support the show and help keep the disco ball spinning! ​Gutsy Cleaner: Learn more about our upcycled lemon peel cleaner. Connect with Cristina: ​Instagram​Farmers' Market: Catch Cristina at the Senoia Farmers' Market on Saturdays (March–December).

    16 min

About

🍋 Welcome to The Limonista Podcast—where every sip has a story. I’m Cristina, a lemonade maker, market vendor, mom, and dreamer sharing behind-the-scenes moments from my tiny-but-mighty lemonade biz. Here, we talk flavors, flops, growth, grit, and the big-hearted stories behind the stand. Whether you’re sipping with me from the kitchen, the carpool line, or your own creative corner of the world—you’re invited. Come for the citrus, stay for the community. New episodes drop once or twice a month. Join me for honest chats, seasonal drops, and sunny encouragement.