She’s Working on it!

Virginia Markman
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She's Working on It! A woman navigating mid-life while always working on living better and working smarter. Join her as she explores self-improvement, home improvement, work-life flow, happiness, change and transformation, design, style, shopping, and more.

  1. FEB 1

    Episode 48: A Fresh Start, Even in February

    Summary: In this episode, I share some of the books, podcasts, and conversations that inspired me over the winter break—and how they’re shaping the way I’m thinking about goals and intentions for the year ahead. From audiobooks that kept me company on long runs to podcast episodes that got me rethinking resolutions, I dive into what stuck with me, what I’m trying to do differently this year, and why I think February might actually be the perfect time to reflect and reset. I also share some personal stories, including a childhood encounter with Gwyneth Paltrow, and how that moment came full circle with a recent interview on Amy Poehler’s podcast. Plus, I explore the power of intentional gathering, new routines, and bundling goals in a way that feels doable and meaningful. It’s part reflection, part recommendation list, and hopefully a gentle nudge to reconnect with what matters most to you this year. ✨ Mentioned in This Episode 🎧 Podcasts Good Hang with Amy Poehler – Episode featuring Gwyneth PaltrowThe Oprah Conversation – Young Men Are Struggling Right Now featuring Scott GallowayWiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus –Ina GartenLife Kit by NPRHow to Set Resolutions You Can Actually Keep (feat. Gretchen Rubin)How to Build a Village (feat. Priya Parker)The Post Reports – “The Trick to Making a New Year’s Resolution Stick”HuffPost’s Am I Doing It Wrong? – Goal-setting & habits episode📚 Books & Audiobooks Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina GartenNotes on Being a Man by Scott GallowayThe Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtThe Art of Gathering by Priya ParkerDiane: A Signature Life by Diane von Fürstenberg (2016 memoir)Glossy by Marisa Meltzer – Inside the rise and fall of GlossierThe Dollhouse and The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis🌟 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @virginia.markmanFacebook: @virginiacrablemarkman

    40 min

  2. JAN 19

    Episode 47: From Siblings to Roommates to True New Yorkers

    After a much-needed break, I’m back and starting the year with a special episode featuring my two kids, Isaac and Alie, who are now living and working in New York City. We chat about what it’s really like to navigate early adulthood in one of the world’s most iconic cities, from commuting, shared living, tiny apartments to budgeting, street finds, and what NYC has taught them about themselves. It’s a warm, funny, and honest conversation I think you’ll really enjoy.

    52 min

  3. 12/07/2025

    Episode 46: From Birkin Bags to Baja Wines: It’s All Connected (Somehow)

    Summary: In Episode 46, I take you on a winding journey from the legacy of Jane Birkin and the iconic bag that bears her name… all the way to sipping wine in Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe. Along the way, I share thoughts on personal style, brand identity, and what makes a destination—or a handbag—feel truly special. ✨ Mentioned in This Episode 🎧 Podcasts:  Style POV – Hosted by Gabrielle Arruda Style Spontaneity And , The Making Of An Icon: Jane Birkin’s Story With Mariza Meltzer 📚 Books  It Girl: The Life and Legacy of Jane BirkinGlossy: Ambition, Beauty, and the Inside Story of Glossier🔧💫Websites: Wineries in Valle de Guadelupe EntrevezVena CavaHilo NegroLechuzaConcierto Enológico📰 Articles: NYT: An Unexpected Wine Sanctuary in Baja California NYT: Millennials Answer the Call of Mexican Wine Country 📽️Videos TikTok: Jane B’s Basket Bag 🌟 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @virginia.markmanFacebook: @virginiacrablemarkman✨ How to Leave a Review: On Apple Podcasts: Search for She’s Working On It, scroll to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap “Write a Review.”

    42 min

  4. 11/24/2025

    Episode 45 Style as Self-Work: What is Creative Pragmatism?

    Summary: This week, I explore the world of personal style through the lens of Amy Smilovic and her Creative Pragmatist philosophy. From the Tibi Color Wheel to styling principles like Bigs & Pigs, I share what I’ve learned—and how I’m applying it in real life. ✨ Mentioned in This Episode 🎧 Podcasts:  What We Wore: Amy Smilovic/ True to Herself Let’s Get Dressed: Everyone Needs to Stop Making So Much Stuff: Tibi Founder Amy Smilovic on Finding and Refining Personal Style Who What Wear: Amy Smilovic of Tibi, Gives a Style Master Class Through Her Lens of Creative Pragmatism 📚 Books  The Creative Pragmatist by Amy Smilovic 📰 Articles: PureWow: The Big, Slim, Skin Principle is the Key to Putting Together the Most Flattering Outfits Tibi: The Good Ick 📽️Videos Style Class All Day: Tibi Color Math Tibi Color Method: Bigs and Pigs Tibi Styling Tip: Big, Slim & Skin 🌟 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @virginia.markmanFacebook: @virginiacrablemarkman✨ How to Leave a Review: On Apple Podcasts: Search for She’s Working On It, scroll to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap “Write a Review.”

    1h 1m

  5. 11/09/2025

    Episode 44: Letting Color In; One, Ton, or None

    Summary This episode begins with Jane Birkin, winds through watercolor and interior design, and lands—unexpectedly—in my closet. I’m sharing how a growing curiosity about color led me to the Tibi Color Wheel and Amy Smilovic’s “One, Ton, or None” approach to color & personal style. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a black-and-white wardrobe, this one might just give you a new way to see color everywhere. ✨ Mentioned in This Episode 🎧 Podcasts The Everyday Style School: Beyond Undertones: Color Theory Made Simple 📚 Books  It Girl: The Life and Legacy of Jane Birkin by Marisa Meltzer The Purpose Code: How to Unlock Meaning, Maximize Happiness, and Leave a Lasting Legacy by Jordan Grumet, MD The Creative Pragmatist by Amy Smilovic 📰 Articles Vogue: What is Color Analysis-The Newest Way to Figure Out Your Ideal Palette?  The Tibi Color Wheel Elle: Tibi’s Amy Smilovic Will Dress You For Work 📽️Videos Tibi Color Wheel- This will COMPLETELY change the way you wear color by Christina Mychas Amy Smilovic:  One, Ton or None 🌟 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @virginia.markmanFacebook: @virginiacrablemarkman✨ How to Leave a Review: On Apple Podcasts: Search for She’s Working On It, scroll to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap “Write a Review.”

    37 min

  6. 10/26/2025

    Episode 43: Styled by Curiosity

    Summary: In this episode, I follow my curiosity into the world of personal style—from decluttering my closet and hosting a clothing swap to discovering new style podcasts and revisiting fashion icons like Jane Birkin. I talk about what I’m learning from hosts like Gabrielle Arruda and Lisa Gillbe and how exploring style has become both creative and mindful for me. Because sometimes, staying curious is the best kind of inspiration. ✨ Mentioned in This Episode 🎧 Podcasts: Style POV – Hosted by Gabrielle Arruda, exploring the philosophy and psychology behind personal style.Style Stories – Hosted by Lisa Gillbe, offering practical, inspiring conversations about real-world style and confidence.📚 Books by Marisa Meltzer: It Girl: The Life and Legacy of Jane BirkinGlossy: Ambition, Beauty, and the Inside Story of Glossier📰 Article: “What’s the Best Way to Wear Barrel Pants?” – The New York Times🌟 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @virginia.markmanFacebook: @virginiacrablemarkman✨ How to Leave a Review: On Apple Podcasts: Search for She’s Working On It, scroll to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap “Write a Review.”

    40 min

  7. 10/14/2025

    Episode 42: Real Friends, Imagined Connections, and Everything In Between

    This episode starts with a recap of my first Vintage Boutique Clothing Exchange, a joyful mix of mimosas, shared fashion, and real-life connection, before shifting into something I’ve been thinking a lot about: parasocial relationships, those one-sided connections we form with public figures, influencers, and podcast hosts. From audio intimacy to AI-generated voices, I explore how we connect, why it matters, and what it means in a digital world. ✨ Mentioned in This Episode Vogue: In a Celebrity Obsessed World, Have We Reached Peak Parasocial PsyPost: Why Podcast Hosts Feel Like Friends Harvard Health Publishing: Do Parasocial Relationships Fill a Loneliness Gap? Stuff You Should Know: Parasocial Relationships: That Podcaster is Your Friend! The Intersect: Inside the AI Talent Agency Launching 3,000 Podcasts Episodes a Week 🌟 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @virginia.markmanFacebook: @virginiacrablemarkman✨ How to Leave a Review: On Apple Podcasts: Search for She’s Working On It, scroll to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap “Write a Review.”

    46 min

  8. 09/28/2025

    Episode 41: Leopard Print Mary Janes, Lookbooks & A Better Bob

    Summary: In this episode, I share highlights from a trip to San Miguel de Allende—cobblestones, cocktails, and creative energy everywhere. Back home, I’ve been experimenting with the INDYX style app, shopping my closet, and pulling inspiration from Bimba y Lola (hello, leopard print Mary Janes). I also highlight a couple of great style podcasts, and then dive into Chris McMillan, celebrity hairstylist, and the story behind his iconic ‘Rachel’ haircut, and why hair is the ultimate accessory. ✨ Mentioned in This Episode  Nothingtowearpod (a visual and audio snippet)The Apps That Will Maximise Your Wardrobe INDYX Organize your wardrobe, curate your style, and connect with friends and experts. All in one place. The Everyday Style Podcast-Jennifer Mackey Mary Bimba y Lola United States Who What Wear Podcast Celebrity Hairstylist Chris McMillan on Creating “The Rachel.” Going Viral Before Social Media 🌟 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @virginia.markmanFacebook: @virginiacrablemarkman✨ How to Leave a Review: On Apple Podcasts: Search for She’s Working On It, scroll to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap “Write a Review.”

    37 min
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She's Working on It! A woman navigating mid-life while always working on living better and working smarter. Join her as she explores self-improvement, home improvement, work-life flow, happiness, change and transformation, design, style, shopping, and more.

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  • Creator
    Virginia Markman
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 She’s Working on it!
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