What the Nell!?

Nell Tice

What the Nell!? is a wild, inspiring ride through the beautiful chaos of entrepreneurship, sustainability, personal growth, and the everyday curveballs life throws our way. Hosted by Nell Tice, business owner, storyteller, and all-around good vibes enthusiast, this show digs into the real, unfiltered conversations you wish more people were having. Each week, Nell brings a refreshing blend of business savvy, soulful insight, and genuine curiosity to the mic as she chats with thought leaders, creatives, and fellow entrepreneurs who are redefining success on their own terms. Whether we're diving deep into what it takes to grow a sustainable business, unpacking the challenges of leadership, or reflecting on the messy middle of life—you can count on every episode to be full of heart, honesty, and a few laughs along the way. If you’ve ever found yourself asking “What the actual Nell is going on?”—you’re in the right place. Tune in for candid interviews, solo episodes that feel like coffee with a friend, and a whole lot of “me too” moments that remind you you’re not alone in this journey.

  1. 3H AGO

    Followers vs Community: The Truth Most Creators and Business Owners Ignore

    What if the biggest thing holding creators and business owners back isn’t a lack of followers…but a lack of connection? In this episode of the What the Nell!? Podcast, Nell breaks down the real difference between building an audience and building a community — and why creators with tiny followings often outperform influencers with massive numbers. From vanity metrics and viral content to trust-building, consistency, vulnerability, and engagement, this episode is a reality check for anyone growing a business, podcast, brand, or online platform. Nell shares why followers are passive, community is active, and how true engagement creates long-term business growth, loyal supporters, sponsorship opportunities, and meaningful impact. If you’ve been obsessing over views, subscribers, or going viral, this conversation will completely change the way you think about growth online. 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor 00:40 Followers vs Community 02:41 Active Community Defined 04:09 Viral Content Trap 06:38 Vanity Metrics Reality 07:50 Real Community Examples 09:43 Vulnerability Builds Trust 12:13 Sponsor Message from Taelor 12:55 Grow Together Consistently 16:46 Practical Community Tips 19:15 Recap: Community Over Counts Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    24 min
  2. MAY 5

    Don't Call It A Comeback: How to Stay Consistent (Even After You Fall Off) | Part 2

    Struggling to stay consistent with your goals, content, or routine? Here’s exactly how to bounce back after falling off—and rebuild momentum in a way that actually lasts. Fell off your routine and don’t know how to get back on track? In Part 2 of this powerful comeback series, Nell breaks down the exact strategy to rebuild consistency without burnout, guilt, or overwhelm. Whether you’ve stopped showing up for your business, fitness goals, or content creation—this episode walks you through a simple, sustainable system to reset, refocus, and finally follow through. This isn’t about starting over—it’s about rebuilding smarter. If you're tired of the all-or-nothing cycle and ready to create consistency that actually sticks, this episode will change how you approach discipline, identity, and long-term success. 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor 02:44 Clean Slate Mindset 03:30 Fix What Broke 04:29 Break It Down Simply 05:33 Start Small and Build Up 06:45 Sponsor Message from Taelor 07:26 Engineer To Your Life 08:04 Make Consistency Your Identity 09:27 Create A Relapse Plan 10:36 Bigger Meaning Of Success Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    13 min
  3. APR 28

    You Didn’t Fail: Here’s Why You Fell Off Track | Part 1

    You were consistent… until you weren’t. If you’ve fallen off track, lost momentum, or feel stuck trying to get back into it—this episode breaks down exactly why it happens and how to start your comeback the right way. In this episode of the What the Nell!? Podcast, Nell gets real about what happens when even the most disciplined entrepreneurs fall off track. From burnout and boredom to life-altering events and overthinking, this is a no-BS breakdown of why consistency breaks—and what to do about it. After navigating personal loss, business demands, and stepping away from a long-running YouTube channel, Nell shares firsthand insight into recognizing the exact moment things started to slip—and how to stop the spiral before it defines your progress. This is Part 1 of a two-part reset strategy designed to help you rebuild momentum without guilt, shame, or unrealistic expectations. If you’ve been stuck, distracted, or questioning your discipline… this is your wake-up call. 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor 00:40 Why We Fall Off 01:26 Life Happens 02:54 Two Part Reset 04:01 Reasons Consistency Breaks 07:01 Overthinking Trap 08:33 Sponsor Message from Taelor 09:14 Stop Comparing Yourself 11:06 Find The Root Cause 12:29 Client Case Study 16:47 Part Two Teaser Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    18 min
  4. APR 21

    Heal Your Inner Child & Break Generational Trauma (THIS Changes Everything) | Kandace Cain Rather

    If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you can’t explain…this episode will change how you see your past AND your future. On this powerful episode of What the Nell!?, Nell sits down with trauma-informed story work coach and author, Kandace Cain Rather, to unpack the hidden impact of childhood trauma, the truth about coping behaviors, and how healing your inner child can completely transform your life. Kandace shares raw, deeply personal experiences from her book With You Now, revealing how unresolved trauma shapes identity, relationships, and decision-making—and how story work creates real, lasting healing. This conversation goes beyond surface-level self-help. It’s about breaking cycles, reclaiming your voice, and stepping into a life where you finally have options. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start healing—this is your episode. 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor 00:40 Meet Candace Cain Rather 03:12 Why Kandace Wrote Her Book 04:57 Writing Through Healing 07:43 Trauma Coping In Teens 13:40 What Story Work Means 16:39 Repair And Time Travel 18:59 Sponsored by Taelor 19:40 Trauma Memory And Reactions 22:03 Signs Healing Is Happening 25:49 Why Story Work Began 29:42 Grief Productivity Trap 33:17 Signs You Need Healing 35:07 Trauma Blocks Creativity 36:18 Starting the Work 40:10 Generational Healing Message Connect with Kandace: Email: kandacegrather@gmail.com Website: https://www.kandacerather.com/ Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    43 min
  5. APR 14

    He Quit His Job With No Plan…Now He Runs 6 Income Streams | Reality Check with Mark Fisher

    What happens when you walk out of your job with no backup plan—and bet everything on yourself? In this episode of the What the Nell!? Podcast, Nell sits down with Mark Fisher, a former civil engineer who took a leap of faith into entrepreneurship and never looked back. From FAA-certified drone pilot to juggling multiple income streams—including Lyft driving, sports officiating, and contract work—Mark shares the raw, unfiltered truth about building a business from the ground up. This conversation dives into the mindset, risk, and resilience it takes to leave a stable career and create income on your own terms. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your job or wondered if you could make it on your own, this episode will challenge you—and push you closer to taking action. 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor.ai 00:40 Meet Mark Fisher 03:03 How We Met 05:10 Why He Went Solo 08:39 Walking Out With No Plan 10:57 Faith Through Uncertainty 17:24 Employee vs Owner 21:22 Multiple Income Streams 22:05 Sponsor Message 25:41 Drone Niches Explained 35:25 Flexibility Over A W2 Job 36:57 Advice For Career Leap 41:53 Where To Find Mark Connect with Mark: Website: https://www.fisheyeinthesky.com/ Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    47 min
  6. APR 7

    The Hidden Thought Habits Keeping You Stuck (Amy Kemp Explains Why You Can’t Outwork Your Mind)

    What if your burnout, overworking, and constant feeling of “not enough” isn’t a productivity problem—but a subconscious pattern running your life? If you’ve ever felt stuck despite working harder than ever, this episode will change how you see success. Nell sits down with Amy Kemp—CEO, Habit Finder coach, and author of I See You—to uncover the subconscious thought habits silently shaping your income, confidence, boundaries, and leadership. From overworking and undercharging to feeling “less than” in rooms you’ve earned your way into, Amy breaks down why these patterns exist—and how to finally break free from them. This is the mindset shift high-achieving women didn’t know they needed. 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor 00:40 Meet Amy Kemp 02:33 What Are Thought Habits? 05:15 Conditional Self Worth Signs 10:58 Catching Comparison Spirals 21:25 Who Should Work With Amy 22:49 Sponsor Message 23:30 When Hard Work Stops Working 24:24 Overfunctioning And Avoidance 25:32 Busy Culture And Self Care Guilt 26:14 Resistance Reveals Unhealed Pain 28:21 Real Change Takes Time 29:10 AI Can’t Replace Coaching 33:35 Why Change Feels Threatening 38:36 Walls Versus Healthy Boundaries 42:18 Tiny First Steps To Start 44:39 Where To Find Amy Kemp Connect with Amy: Website: www.amykemp.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykempinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amykempinc LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amykempinc Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    47 min
  7. MAR 31

    Is Podcasting Dead? Will There Be A Season 5? The Real Conversation We Didn’t Plan to Have

    Is podcasting oversaturated in 2026—or is this the biggest opportunity creators are missing? In this raw and reflective Season 4 wrap-up, Nell Tice and Mikee Bentz break down what actually works in podcast growth, the truth about consistency, and whether The EcoPreneur's Edge is coming back for Season 5. After four seasons, real sponsors, and years of showing up consistently, Nell and Mikee pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build a podcast that lasts. From audience disconnect and shifting consumer behavior to the role of AI, sustainability, and content fatigue—this episode dives deep into the evolving landscape of podcasting and business. They also get honest about what didn’t work this season, whether they were “spicy” enough, and how they plan to better reach the right audience moving forward. Plus, the big question: Will there be a Season 5? 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor 01:26 Season 4 Highlights 02:43 More Spice Next Season? 04:21 Season 5 Big Questions 06:42 Podcast Growth Stats 09:07 Consistency Beats Hype 11:50 Sustainability Stigma Talk 13:39 Mikee's Salon Reality Check 15:45 Rebuilding Real Community 18:04 AI Tech And Sustainability 20:50 Collective Burnout 31:19 Social Media Vs Reality 34:03 Season 5 Goals 38:06 Season Wrap Up CONNECT WITH MIKEE: https://linktr.ee/Metromikee?fbclid=IwY2xjawElovdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHai92-qRTCtEdJoMFbygQS9wCZFwucuhEP-f8N6l8yBGp5GvPwt66f1T_A_aem_djwcfRMBzKyHAU9Xt6Bnug Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    40 min
  8. MAR 24

    Public Speaking Secrets Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Leslie Fiorenzo

    Fear of public speaking holds more entrepreneurs back than almost any other skill. In this episode of What the Nell!? Podcast, Nell sits down with returning guest Leslie Fiorenzo, founder and CEO of Business Speaking Solutions, to break down how to overcome stage fright, speak with confidence, and connect with audiences in a world increasingly influenced by AI. If sweaty palms and racing thoughts hit every time you step in front of an audience—or even introduce yourself at a networking event—this conversation will change how you approach speaking forever. Previous episode (Mastering Public Speaking) with Leslie: https://open.spotify.com/episode/206ARQRJPSsrJRd2Tj7iQg?si=64c2a4f7f0b74741 🛍️ This episode is sponsored by Taelor, a stylish and sustainable Menswear subscription service. Click the link HERE and use code NELL (for monthly plans) or NELLQTR (for quarterly plans) for 25% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 Sponsor Message from Taelor 00:40 Fear of Public Speaking And AI 01:04 Leslie Fiorenzo Returns! 02:25 AI Tools And Authenticity 09:16 Prime Your Presence 11:37 Room And Audience Energy 13:23 Small Stages That Matter 15:46 Prepare And Position Yourself 19:48 Follow Up After Speaking 24:14 Lightning Round Tips 27:52 Final Advice And Where To Find Connect with Leslie: Email: leslie@lesliefiorenzo.com Book A Session: https://system.oncoursemarketing.com/widget/bookings/sessionwithleslie Open Office Hours: https://lesliefiorenzo.com/live-registration-page Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC

    31 min
5
out of 5
11 Ratings

About

What the Nell!? is a wild, inspiring ride through the beautiful chaos of entrepreneurship, sustainability, personal growth, and the everyday curveballs life throws our way. Hosted by Nell Tice, business owner, storyteller, and all-around good vibes enthusiast, this show digs into the real, unfiltered conversations you wish more people were having. Each week, Nell brings a refreshing blend of business savvy, soulful insight, and genuine curiosity to the mic as she chats with thought leaders, creatives, and fellow entrepreneurs who are redefining success on their own terms. Whether we're diving deep into what it takes to grow a sustainable business, unpacking the challenges of leadership, or reflecting on the messy middle of life—you can count on every episode to be full of heart, honesty, and a few laughs along the way. If you’ve ever found yourself asking “What the actual Nell is going on?”—you’re in the right place. Tune in for candid interviews, solo episodes that feel like coffee with a friend, and a whole lot of “me too” moments that remind you you’re not alone in this journey.