The Tox Drop

Maggie McIntyre
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Welcome to The Tox Drop! This is the podcast where beauty, business, and real life collide. Hosted by Maggie McIntyre, a mom of three, entrepreneur, educator, and esthetic injector, this show dives deep into the real stories behind women who are chasing big dreams, taking bold risks, and balancing it all without the filter.  After earning her M.Ed. from the University of Virginia and spending six years as a special education teacher, Maggie opened Rejuvalase Medspa in Stafford, Virginia, and later founded NoVa Laser & Esthetics Training (NVLET), drawing from her education background and clinical experience to mentor new and master estheticians, nurses, and providers.  Now, Maggie is taking the conversation beyond the treatment room, giving women a platform to get raw, unhinged, and real about life behind the success stories. Each week, you’ll hear from inspiring women, entrepreneurs, mothers, and creators who’ve turned struggle into strength and passion into purpose. From navigating the chaos of motherhood to building thriving businesses and embracing self-care that actually means something, The Tox Drop is your front-row seat to unFILLtered conversations that celebrate resilience, growth, and everything it takes to create a beautiful life inside and out. Whether you’re in the esthetics industry, a small business owner, or simply need the reminder that you're not alone in your struggles, or if you love a good story of triumph with a touch of beauty and Botox, this podcast is for you.

  1. 2D AGO

    S2E7: The Grease Monkey’s Biscuits: Jessica Wilkins’ Empowering Story of Grit From Navy Engineer to Culinary Genius | Part 1

    Send Maggie a Message! The creator of the most mouth-watering biscuits in Spotsylvania, Virginia found her start in the depths of a Naval Destroyer Ship.  Join Maggie for an inspiring conversation with Jessica Wilkins—mother, Navy veteran, and owner of The Biscuit Batch in Spotsylvania. Jessica’s journey is anything but ordinary. From working as a gas turbine mechanic in 135-degree engine rooms aboard a naval destroyer in Pearl Harbor to secretly baking biscuits for fellow sailors during deployment, her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and unexpected passion. What started as a creative escape in the Navy would eventually become the foundation for a thriving culinary career. Before biscuits, there were bold dreams of fashion design inspired by shows like Project Runway and ambitions to attend FIDM. Raised in California by two LAPD parents, Jessica’s path took several sharp turns—from interior design to military service to culinary school—each chapter shaping the woman and entrepreneur she would become. Along the way, she faced cultural challenges, racism, single motherhood, and the emotional aftermath of a medical discharge from the military. Yet through every setback, baking remained the one constant calling her forward. In this episode, Jessica opens up about identity, discipline, motherhood, and what it really takes to start over in your early twenties. This is a story about grit, growth, and discovering your purpose. Be sure to tune in next week for Part Two, where they dive into Jessica’s appearances on Food Network’s Chopped and Cutthroat Kitchen, and how she built a beloved restaurant brand in Virginia, known as The Biscuit Batch. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Visit The Biscuit Batch Website Connect with Jessica on Instagram  Local to Spotsylvania, VA? Check Out The Biscuit Batch at 9112 Old Battlefield Blvd, Spotsylvania, VA!  Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    29 min

  2. MAR 4

    S2E6: Local Impact, Big Vision: Dori Stewart on Business, Growth, and Reinventing Your Life | Part 2

    Send Maggie a Message! After selling a thriving international franchise business, Dori Stewart proves it’s never too late to reinvent your life, find love again, and build a legacy that truly matters. Maggie is sitting down once again with Dori Steward for part 2 of her conversation where they explore reinvention, resilience, and reclaiming your purpose after major life transitions. From stepping away from the STEM franchise she founded, Engineering For Kids, during the uncertainty of COVID-19, to navigating identity shifts after raising teenagers, Dori shares the challenges and triumphs of creating a life aligned with her values. This episode offers an intimate look at entrepreneurship, business exit strategies, and the emotional journey of letting go to embrace new opportunities. Dori also opens up about finding love again after divorce, reflecting on the importance of emotional safety, appreciation, and partnership in a thriving relationship. Her story shows that personal fulfillment and professional success can coexist when you prioritize what truly matters. Listeners will gain insight into rebuilding confidence, navigating life transitions, and approaching both relationships and career with intention and clarity. Now the founder and owner of Fredericksburg Neighbors, Dori runs a thriving hyperlocal media brand, including print magazines, a podcast, and a weekly newsletter highlighting small businesses and community events in the Fredericksburg area. As the author of Own the Block, Be the Brand That Everyone Talks About, she inspires women and local business owners to stop playing small and embrace visibility as service, not self-promotion. This episode is packed with actionable strategies for entrepreneurs, creatives, and women navigating life transitions who are ready to step boldly into their next chapter. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Book:  Own the Block: https://a.co/d/010AQ3zk Visit the Website:  FXBG Neighbors: https://www.fxbgneighbors.com Listen to the Fredericksburg Neighbors Podcast: https://fxbgneighborspodcast.com Connect with Dori on Social:  Dori IG: https://www.instagram.com/dori.roberts.stewart/ Dori LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorirobertsstewart/ FXBG Neighbors IG: https://www.instagram.com/fxbgneighbors/ FXBG Neighbors on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FXBGneighbors Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    26 min

  3. FEB 25

    S2E5: The Franchise Was Thriving. The Marriage Was Cracking. How Dori Stewart Built Her Business To Be Her Way Out | Part 1

    Send Maggie a Message! This week on The Tox Drop, Maggie sits down with Dori Stewart – mother, international franchisor, community leader, founder of Fredericksburg Neighbors, and author of Own the Block.  Before she was a business owner franchising across the globe, Dori was a high school engineering teacher who loved giving students a chance to shine beyond the football field. What began as an after-school program for her own elementary-aged children quickly grew into Engineering For Kids, a business that would out-earn her teaching salary in a single summer and eventually expand through franchising. But while her professional life was accelerating, her personal life was quietly unraveling. In this candid and deeply honest conversation, Dori shares what it looked like to build a business in private, navigate an unsupportive marriage, plan a strategic exit during a recession, and protect not only her children—but hundreds of franchisees who depended on her leadership. This episode is about more than entrepreneurship. It’s about being seen. It’s about necessity igniting courage. It’s about winning your zip code before you try to win the world. And it’s about the quiet strength it takes to rebuild your life from the inside out. As always, stay tuned for the second half of Maggie and Dori’s conversation, next week! In the second half of this conversation, they explore how Dori rebuilt, found love again, and stepped fully into the life and leadership she owns today. This conversation with Dori is filled with relatability and inspiration, so grab coffee from your favorite local coffee shop, and press play! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Book:  Own the Block: https://a.co/d/010AQ3zk Visit the Website:  FXBG Neighbors: https://www.fxbgneighbors.com Listen to the Fredericksburg Neighbors Podcast: https://fxbgneighborspodcast.com Connect with Dori on Social:  Dori IG: https://www.instagram.com/dori.roberts.stewart/ Dori LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorirobertsstewart/ FXBG Neighbors IG: https://www.instagram.com/fxbgneighbors/ FXBG Neighbors on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FXBGneighbors Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    29 min

  4. FEB 18

    S2E4: The Unexpected Inheritance That Jumpstarted Her Career as a Professional Bridal Make Up Artist | Part 2 with Makeup By Sheriz

    Send Maggie a Message! What would you do if you surprisingly inherited a house?! In this episode, we hear the jaw-dropping moment that changed everything in Sheriz’s entrepreneurial journey. She unpacks the story of how she was left a house from someone that wasn’t even family, but it gave her the opportunity to follow her passion and kickstart her professional make up career. The story is all about faith, favor, and the impact of someone believing in your potential before you fully believe in yourself. Sheriz shares more about this story in the episode and even shares what she would say as a thank you, the lessons she’s learned, and how that season shaped her future entrepreneurial journey. Now, Sheriz is a licensed esthetician, growing bridal make up artist, expanding her skillsets and is a visionary building toward a future team. Sheriz shares advice that she’s received from her mentor and opens up about mindset, consistency on Instagram and TikTok, surrounding yourself with the right people, and trusting God’s timing — even when the numbers in your bank account say otherwise. If you’re a creative entrepreneur, an aspiring make up artist, or a woman chasing a dream while raising babies, this episode will remind you that timing isn’t always what we expect… but it just might be exactly what we need. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Connect with Sheriz On Instagram Future Bride in Fredricksburg, VA or DC? Inquire with Sheriz for Bridal Makeup: makeupbysheriz@gmail.com Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    19 min

  5. FEB 11

    S2E3: Betting On Yourself & Turning Your Passion Into A Career ft. Makeup By Sheriz | Part 1

    Send Maggie a Message! This week on The Tox Drop, Maggie is getting the drop on former NVLET Student, Sheriz Chisley, better known as Makeup By Sheriz! Get to know more about Sheriz as she opens up about her story of becoming a professional makeup artist, serving bridal looks in Virginia and the DC area!  From growing up in a small town as the daughter of teen parents to becoming the first in her family to earn a four-year degree, Sheriz shares what it was like leaving home for a big-city college, starting out pre-med, and realizing the traditional path she chose didn’t actually fit the life she wanted. Maggie and Sheriz talk about how a creative passion she once saw as “just for fun” slowly revealed itself as a viable, life-giving career. Sheriz opens up about betting on herself, starting from scratch as a makeup artist, building confidence through education and mentorship, and learning how to show up consistently — even during slow seasons. She also shares powerful advice she’s received along the way about separating emotion from business, staying visible online, and leading with intention as she dreams of building a bridal beauty team of her own. Be sure to stick all the way to the end because Maggie ends this episode with a cliff hanger, and you’re not going to want to miss the teaser for next week’s episode as we share part two of this conversation! This episode is a great reminder for you to follow your dreams and align your life with your passions.  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Connect with Sheriz On Instagram Future Bride in Fredricksburg, VA or DC? Inquire with Sheriz for Bridal Makeup: makeupbysheriz@gmail.com Shout Out to Sheriz’s Mentor, Lina Zuniga  Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    25 min

  6. FEB 4

    S2E2: “It’s Going To Feel Like Forever, But It’s Not Forever” – Social Anna on Creating The Life You Dream Of | Part 2

    Send Maggie a Message! Social Anna is back for the second half of her conversation with Maggie on The Tox Drop! Near the end of part one, Anna started opening up and sharing more about her backstory. The vulnerability continues in this episode where you’ll hear what it’s like to grow up carrying adult responsibilities too soon, to become a protector for someone you love, and to hold onto a single grounding belief in the middle of instability. That mindset of “it’s going to feel like forever, but it’s not forever”  follows Anna from childhood into college, through early corporate burnout, and into the unexpected, faith-led moment where she walked into a lunch and walked out as a full time entrepreneur. As you listen, you’ll step inside the real behind-the-scenes of going all in. No savings. No backup plan. A canceled wedding. Sold furniture. And still, a deep sense of peace that this was the right move. Anna shares what it truly means to build the plane as you fly, and let fear fuel action instead of stopping it. This episode speaks directly to you if you’ve ever felt stuck between an idea and implementation, if you’ve questioned your readiness, or if you’ve stayed longer than you should because safety felt easier than growth. By the end of this conversation, you’re reminded that you always have a choice. You can choose to change your life. You can choose to act before you feel ready. And you can choose to believe that where you’re starting is not where you’re ending.  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Connect with Social Anna on Instagram Visit Off The Coast Creative  Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    33 min

  7. JAN 28

    S2E1: How Childhood Resilience Shaped Her Future As An Entrepreneur Featuring Social Anna | Part 1

    Send Maggie a Message! You know and love her as Social Anna, but behind the scenes, how did Anna’s childhood shape her into the entrepreneur that she is today? We’re kicking off Season 2 of The Tox Drop with none other than social media guru and CEO of Off the Coast Creative, Anna Erdos! Maggie and Anna sit down for what starts as a lighthearted conversation but quickly unfolds into a deeply personal discussion about marriage, emotional intelligence, faith, and how childhood instability can shape both relationships and entrepreneurship.  Anna opens up about growing up in a chaotic home marked by mental illness, divorce, and financial instability and how being exposed to adult responsibilities at a young age impacted her sense of safety, self-awareness, and drive. She reflects on the male role models who showed up for her when life was uncertain, the complicated relationship with her mother, and how those early experiences influenced her friendships, marriage, faith, and leadership style today. This episode thoughtfully explores themes of reparenting, emotional self-regulation, and learning how to break cycles while still honoring where you came from. In this episode, you’ll also hear how Anna’s past directly informs the way she runs her business today. Honest, raw, and unexpectedly funny, part one of this conversation sets the foundation for Anna’s story. Press play and get to know Anna on a more personal level, and stay tuned for part two coming next week! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Connect with Social Anna on Instagram Visit Off The Coast Creative  Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    34 min

  8. 12/03/2025

    S1E11: Rebuilding Herself Through (Dark) Storytelling | Journey of Confidence, Self-Care, Community, and Creative Growth | Addison Cain Part 2

    Send Maggie a Message! Welcome back to Part 2 of this incredible conversation with best selling, dark romance author, Addison Cain. This is also the last episode of Season 1 of The Tox Drop! Thank you so much for dropping by each week and for listening to all the incredible stories that the powerful women have shared this season!  If you haven’t yet listened to Part 1 of Addison’s episode, go back one episode! In that episode, Maggie and USA Today’s bestselling author Addison Cain explore why the dark romance genre resonates so deeply and why she’s drawn to writing the stories that bend the rules. In today’s episode, Maggie and Addison open the door to more of a deeply personal, beautifully human conversation.  Addison shares how life, work, and motherhood pushed her into a season of rediscovering who she was and how a meaningful return to Japan sparked her journey as a writer. From late-night bartending shifts to boxes of beloved books, fan-fiction rabbit holes, and the moment her storytelling career finally took off, she brings you into the honest, imperfect, inspiring reality of chasing what lights you up. Together, Maggie and Addison also explore the world of esthetics, confidence, self-care, and the ways we judge—or celebrate—our own transformations. Whether they’re talking about skincare, societal assumptions, or how community shapes who we become, you’ll feel welcomed into every part of it. As season one wraps, this episode feels like a warm hug, a reminder of your own growth, and a promise of everything still to come. Settle in, enjoy the conversation, and thank you for dropping by! Season 2 will return after the holiday season! Happy Holidays from The Tox Drop! Links For This Episode: Follow Addison on Instagram Check Out Addison’s Website Grab Your FREE Copy of Addison Cain's Best Selling Novel Here! Watch Part 1 of Addison’s Episode on YouTube Watch Part 2 of Addison's Episode on YouTube Thank you for listening to this episode of The Tox Drop! For more ways to connect with Maggie, see the links below! Follow The Tox Drop on Instagram Follow Maggie on Instagram Book Your Appointment at Rejuvalase Medspa

    31 min
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Welcome to The Tox Drop! This is the podcast where beauty, business, and real life collide. Hosted by Maggie McIntyre, a mom of three, entrepreneur, educator, and esthetic injector, this show dives deep into the real stories behind women who are chasing big dreams, taking bold risks, and balancing it all without the filter.  After earning her M.Ed. from the University of Virginia and spending six years as a special education teacher, Maggie opened Rejuvalase Medspa in Stafford, Virginia, and later founded NoVa Laser & Esthetics Training (NVLET), drawing from her education background and clinical experience to mentor new and master estheticians, nurses, and providers.  Now, Maggie is taking the conversation beyond the treatment room, giving women a platform to get raw, unhinged, and real about life behind the success stories. Each week, you’ll hear from inspiring women, entrepreneurs, mothers, and creators who’ve turned struggle into strength and passion into purpose. From navigating the chaos of motherhood to building thriving businesses and embracing self-care that actually means something, The Tox Drop is your front-row seat to unFILLtered conversations that celebrate resilience, growth, and everything it takes to create a beautiful life inside and out. Whether you’re in the esthetics industry, a small business owner, or simply need the reminder that you're not alone in your struggles, or if you love a good story of triumph with a touch of beauty and Botox, this podcast is for you.

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  • Creator
    Maggie McIntyre
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Tox Drop
  • Show Website
    The Tox Drop