What the Nell!?

Nell Tice
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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. 2D AGO

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. MAR 17

    The Secret to Sustainable Relationships | Therapist Reveals the 5 Human Needs That Make or Break Them

    Most relationships don’t fail because of love—they fail because basic human needs go unmet. In this episode of What the Nell!? Podcast – The EcoPreneur’s Edge Edition, hosts Nell Tice and Mikee Bentz sit down with professional counselor Robin VanEerden, who brings 47 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate relationships. Together they explore the psychology behind sustainable relationships, why many friendships and partnerships quietly collapse over time, and how understanding your core human needs can transform the way you communicate, connect, and grow with others. Robin introduces a powerful framework based on five innate human needs that drive every relationship—from marriage to friendships to professional partnerships. If even one of these needs goes unmet, relationships begin to fracture. 🛍️ 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 03:15 Why Robin Became A Counselor 05:18 Common Relationship Mistakes 06:53 Evolving Over Time 08:48 Assertiveness And Boundaries 13:30 Stress Burnout Survival 14:12 Human Needs Checklist 15:34 Subscribe to Taelor 19:54 Needs Met Responsibly 26:34 Long Term Relationship Keys 27:15 Love Pile Vs Fear Pile 32:37 Wrap Up And Bonus Bloopers Connect with Robin: roblou00@protonmail.com 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

    34 min

  5. MAR 10

    No One Showed Up to My Event…Here’s What I Did Instead | Entrepreneur Mindset Reset

    What do you do when you plan the event… and no one shows up? In this raw, unfiltered episode of What the Nell!? Podcast, Nell hits record in real time after hosting a virtual office hour where zero people showed up. No holding back. Just the real emotions and the real mindset shift every entrepreneur needs. If you're building a business, launching events, hosting webinars, or putting yourself out there online, this episode will hit home. Instead of spiraling into self-doubt, Nell shares the powerful pivot that turns embarrassment into evergreen content, momentum, and long-term impact. This is about showing up — even when nobody else does. 🛍️ 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 A Message from Taelor 00:44 No One Showed Up 02:32 Why I Still Show Up 03:27 Media Mondays Purpose 05:11 Timing And Variables 07:18 Signups Versus Attendance 08:33 Pivot And Record Instead 11:15 Evergreen Content Repurpose 13:19 Wrap Up And Call To Action 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

    15 min

  6. MAR 3

    How to Build Lifelong Friendships (Even When Life Gets Busy)

    What if “sustainability” isn’t just about the planet… but about the people you keep? In this EcoPreneur’s Edge Edition of What the Nell!? Podcast, Nell Tice and co-host Mikee Bentz sit down with longtime friends Coley, Shannon, and Aaron to break down what actually makes friendships last 20+ years—through career changes, marriage, kids, distance, and wildly different seasons of life. You’ll hear the real traits that keep long-term friendships alive (without guilt, pressure, or constant texting), why modern life makes deep connection harder, and the mindset shifts that make relationships sustainable—like open-mindedness, empathy, patience, flexibility, and support that doesn’t come with conditions. Chapters: 00:00 Friendship Sustainability 03:14 Meet the Friends 06:27 Why Friendships Last 10:27 Are Long Friendships Dying? 11:54 Modern Tech And Expectations 19:34 How Kids Build Bonds in the Modern Age 23:34 One Trait For Longevity 30:46 Flexibility in Adulthood 33:59 Hilarious Memories 42:48 Celebrating 20 Plus Years 44:04 Train Ride Friendship Metaphor 44:58 Roots, Leaves and Final Thoughts 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

    49 min

  7. FEB 24

    Your Book Isn’t a $20 Product, It’s Your Best Marketing Asset with Giselle Quintanilla

    If you’re still handing out paper business cards, you’re leaving authority—and clients—on the table. In Episode 202 of What the Nell!? Podcast, publishing strategist and Ready Writer Services founder Giselle Quintanilla breaks down why your book should never be treated like a $20 Amazon product… and how to use it like the highest-value business card in your brand. You’ll learn how a book builds instant trust in an AI-heavy world, how to repurpose your chapters into content that sells for months (or years), and the time-block system busy entrepreneurs use to actually finish writing. We also get real about self-publishing vs traditional publishing, what “vanity publishers” are, and how to use AI responsibly without risking copyright issues. If you want credibility that outlasts algorithms, this episode is your blueprint. Chapters: 00:00 Marketing Myth-Busting: Why Your Book Beats Business Cards 01:30 Your Book as a High-Value Business Card (Authority + Credibility) 06:39 Why Books Build Trust More Than Social Media or a Website 10:09 Repurposing Book Content: Quotes, Lives, Podcasts, Workshops & Reels 3:19 Relaunching Your Book: Evergreen Content for a Growing Audience 15:20 “I Don’t Have Time”: Time-Blocking a Book in 2–3 Hour Writing Sprints 21:28 Why Book Covers Matter (and the Thumbnail Effect) 23:03 Self-Publishing vs Traditional: Credibility, Rights, Time & Budget 25:53 Watch Out for Vanity Publishers (How Authors Get Scammed) 28:30 Using AI the Right Way: Research, Rewording & Brainstorming (Not Ghostwriting) 32:17 Copyright & Plagiarism Risks When AI Writes the Whole Book 34:10 The Day One Podcast: Purpose, Entrepreneurship & Women’s Stories 39:15 Where to Find Giselle + Final Thanks & Subscribe Connect with Giselle: www.readywriterservicesllc.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

    41 min

  8. FEB 17

    People in Your Life: Roots, Branches, or Leaves? (Cut TOXIC Ties & Build REAL Support)

    Are the people in your life feeding your growth…or draining your nutrients? In this spicy Season 4 episode of The What the Nell Podcast – EcoPreneur's Edge Edition, Nell and Mikee break down the powerful “roots, branches, and leaves” analogy for relationships — and how it applies to your personal life, business, and even entrepreneurship in 2026. You’ll learn how to identify toxic patterns like gossip and unsolicited advice, why you don’t owe everyone a “root” relationship, and how boundaries create freedom — not isolation. This conversation goes beyond friendship. We dive into professional circles, business coaches, therapists, financial advisors, transactional relationships, and how agentic AI may reshape who we rely on in the future. If you're evolving, leveling up, or building something bigger than yourself — this episode will challenge you to audit your circle. 00:00 Introduction to Relationships 01:48 The Importance of Family and Close Friends 04:20 The Tree Analogy: Roots, Branches, and Leaves 06:47 Navigating Toxic Relationships 10:16 Effective Communication and Professional Boundaries 16:51 Identifying and Avoiding Toxic Behaviors 20:39 Avoiding Negativity in the Hair Industry 20:59 The Advice Monster and Listening Skills 22:54 Gossip and Friendship Dynamics 24:50 Building Healthy Relationships 29:41 Professional Relationships and Mentors 37:05 The Role of AI in Future Relationships 40:36 Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement 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

    43 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Nell Tice
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    209
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Nell Tice
  • Show Website
    What the Nell!?