THE CITY CONFESSIONS

In this last episode of The City Confessions, I am sharing my biggest health confession, which I have been holding in for the last three years. I share my story in the hopes that I am able to inspire you all to be comfortable with pain, vulnerability and life's struggles. This was a difficult episode for me to record because I am absolutely open, raw and honest with not only my feelings, but what I went through and how it affected me then and how it affects me now. I believe in timing and I know in my soul, that this is the time to finally share my truth and my journey so I can use it to do good in the world. I wanted to have this final episode for 2019 out, so I can ring in the new year with new projects and welcome a new chapter in my life and a bright future for The City Confessions. Please share this episode to one person if it moved you in any way and feel free to connect with me on my Instagram www.instagram.com/mariann_yip or email me personally mariann.yip@gmail.com or thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

Be prepared to listen to a powerful and inspiring episode featuring Heather Manwaring, a photographer who provides a transformational experience of healing and personal expression for women in business and in life. Through her work, Heather provides an artistic and personal development opportunity as she creates space for her clients to shed light on the emotions that are too often repressed. In photographs for their personal collections or for branding purposes, she helps her clients transform those energies into sources of embodied power and radiant magnetism. Heather envisions a world where everyone feels safe to fall in love with themselves as they are, and relate to each other in healthy ways across the board, personally and in business. Heather believes in photography as a means to help us reach our potential, to fully heal from a history of abuse, and create a wildly better future together. If you want to connect with Heather, feel free to email her directly heather@transfiredesigns.com and should you be interested in booking a session with her, you can do so https://www.transfirephotography.com and be sure to check out the free gift mentioned in this episode through  www.transfirephotography.com/freegift. Her other social links include www.instagram.com/transfirephotography and www.facebook.com/transfirephotography. Feel free to also email thecityconfessions@gmail.com if you have any questions or feedback about this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

This episode features Jonathan Calixto, a fashion and lifestyle correspondant at BELLA Magazine and proud Native New Yorker representing the Bronx.  Jonathan walks us through his background in the PR industry and how his experience with multiple internships and consistent hustle landed his current position. As a gay latino man, Jonathan opens up about his struggle in figuring out his purpose in life while also staying true to his passion of being a role model for others who look like him. His confession is one that many of us can relate to so tune in to hear what he has to say about adulthood and what it's like to live in this beautiful but chaotic city. You can connect with Jonathan on Instagram @thisisjcali and feel free to email any questions regarding this episode to thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

This episode features another Native New Yorker, LeAura Luciano, who is a both an influencer marketing expert and content creator. She gives us background about what it's like growing up in Chelsea and attending NYU as a college undergrad. LeAura also talks about the future of social media and her insights on the future of Tik Tok. The second half of the podcast focuses on her advocacy for wellness and meditation as LeAura opens up about her constant struggles with anxiety. She is also starting a meditation challenge for the month of December so feel free to join her and share on stories! You can find LeAura Luciano on Instagram @leaura and feel free to email thecityconfessions@gmail.com if you have any questions regarding this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

This episode features another fellow native New Yorker, Emily Polner, a digital marketing and SEO Professional and blogger behind No Repeats or Hesitations. Emily Polner dishes about what it's like to grow up in Hell's Kitchen and her background using Tumblr as a platform to satisfy her teenage boredom. She also explains how she transitioned her Tumblr obsession to creating her blog, No Repeats or Hesitations, and how it has landed her past jobs in public relations and now in SEO. Emily also acknowledges how the city has shaped her go getter mindset and how it has contributed to her work ethic. Have a listen as Emily also gives an interesting confession at the end, which relates to her love for technology. You can find Emily Polner on Instagram @norepeatsorhesitations and her blog https://norepeatsorhesitations.com/. Feel free to email any questions regarding this episode to thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

If you are familiar with American Ninja Warrior, then you might recognize Angela Gargano. She is the guest of today's episode and she gives a run down of her athletic background and how she made it to being on American Ninja Warrior. Angela Gargano overcame an ACL injury and explains how that motivated her to not only make an impressive comeback but also recognizing her desire to empower women to overcome difficulties in life whether that's related to fitness or not. Angela also gives details to her morning routine, touching on the importance of having a positive mindset, which has she has learned to adopt into her current NYC chaotic life and schedule. You can connect with Angela Gargano on Instagram @angela_gargano and find out more by visiting her website https://www.angela-gargano.com/. Feel free to also email any questions regarding this episode to thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

This latest episode of The City Confessions features Lisa Nicole Rosado, the founder of We Are Women Owned, a community and service based platform dedicated to supporting emerging women owned businesses. Hear why Lisa started her business and what motivated her to get into the service field. Lisa opens up about her struggles with dealing with depression, social anxiety and the difficulties that comes with starting her own business. From her humble beginnings of being a blogger to opening up an online boutique, Lisa is passionate about serving others and empowering women to succeed in their businesses. You can learn more about We Are Women Owned by visiting https://www.wearewomenowned.com/ and support the community by following them on Instagram @wearewomenowned. You can also connect with Lisa Nicole Rosado on Instagram @lisanicolerosado. If you have any questions regarding this episode, feel free to email thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

Today's episode features Justin Dorsen, the Communications Manager of Tend, a start up dental company based in NYC. Hear him talk about his background in PR as he discusses the different jobs and positions he's had since graduating Syracuse University. Interestingly enough, through his travels he discovered airbnb experiences, which motivated him to start his own experience in NYC. Justin Dorsen hosts the Fabulous Drag Show Crawl and is now considered one of the top rated airbnb experienced host. Definitely do check it out if you're in town and you can book it through here: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/106901. You can also follow Justin Dorsen on Instagram @jdorsen and if you have any questions regarding this episode, feel free to email thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

Today’s episode features another podcaster Grace Lee who is the host of On the Grow (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-grow/id1474685921) . She is also a social media strategist living in NYC and explains her blogging background and journey. Grace dishes about her current day struggles with being a perfectionist and gives the reality of what it’s like to navigate through her 20s in this crazy but beautiful city. You can find Grace Lee on Instagram @bygracelee and feel free to email any questions regarding this episode to thecityconfessions@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

This episode features Christina Brennan, VP of premiere management group and celeb experts. As a talent agent who manages top celebrities, athletes and influencers, Christina has developed an impressive and relentless work ethic that has landed her clients amazing endorsement deals. Christina is always on the move in NYC but her story does not follow a traditional route. Hear how she landed her current job and her background as a former synchronized swimmer and her experience working as a maid during and post college. Christina also explains her typical day and what goes on behind the scenes of a talent agency. She also reveals facts that you might not know about her and a confession relating to her high pressure job. You can find Christina on Instagram @christinaa_bre and if you have any questions regarding this episode, feel free to email thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

Today's episode features Jennifer Ross and Cristina Ros Blankfein, the founders of SWOON, the NEW first-of-its-kind liquid sugar substitute that gets its natural silky sweetness from monk fruit! Hear why they started the company and what motivated them to embark on a mission to take down sugar. They also explain how SWOON differs from other sweeteners in the market and they even made me try SWOON for the first time on air so get ready for a little ASMR segment! Both founders have a unique and different relationship with the city and share their personal confessions, so you don't want to miss out on what those are.  Swoon is available for shipping nationwide on tasteswoon.com (3 bottles/$24 MSRP) and Amazon (1 bottle/$11.99), so you can use it at home or you can find it in notable spots in NYC (Eleven Madison Park, Café Clover, Matchaful, Thomas Keller’s TAK Room, The Alchemist's Kitchen, Clean Market), LA (Erewhon, Alfred Tea Room), and BOTH coasts (Bluestone Lane and Catch) to name a few. Make sure you also follow @SWOON on Instagram and feel free to email any questions, concerns or feedback to thecityconfessions@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

This episode features New York based writer, editor, blogger and digital content creator Austen Tosone. She gives an overview of her journalistic background working for magazines and her journey to becoming a full time freelance writer and blogger. Austen Tosone values her community and gives tips on how to pitch to brands and how to become a successful freelancer. Her confession also ties in with being emotional so have a listen to why she owns her feelings and doesn't try to suppress them! If you want to know more about pitching to brands, feel free to check out her Ebook on her website http://www.keepcalmandchiffon.com/. You can also follow Austen Tosone on Instagram @austentosone and if you have any questions regarding this episode, you can email thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

This special episode features Jen Feldshon, an entertainment publicist who is maneuvering through her 20s as a New York resident. Hear how she found her spiritual awakening through travel and how she's applying her self awareness in her daily life. She advocates for therapy and explains how she adopted a positive mindset and connection with the universe. As many New Yorkers can agree, she lives a stressful life but is trying to enjoy it while also figuring out how to balance all aspects of her life including social, personal and professional. You can connect with Jen Feldshon on Instagram @jenalexaaa and feel free to email thecityconfessions@gmail.com if you have any questions regarding this episode.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

Today's episode features two guests, Kay Kim (co founder and creative director of Rooted) and Olivia Claparols (marketing director of Rooted). Rooted is a plant company whose mission is to "reconnect people with nature, one houseplant at a time." Hear how Kay founded Rooted with his partner, Ryan Lee and how they are growing the company and what their main mission is. Olivia Claparols also explains how she got involved with Rooted and how her background ties perfectly with Rooted's vision and values. They both talk more about their experience in NYC as well as their positive friend and work relationship. There's also a funny and unexpected confession from the both of them that you don't want to miss! If you are interested in plants or want to know more about Rooted, check out their website https://rooted.nyc. You can also visit their shop at 191 Centre Street New York, NY 10013. Feel free to also use discount code 'CITY10' for 10% discount and if you have any questions regarding this episode, feel free to email thecityconfessions@gmail.com.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

Get excited for this week's guest featuring Laurie Espino, marketing specialist and food blogger from South Carolina, who is currently living her best life in NYC. She is candid, uncensored and real! She opens up about her humble beginnings, working as an intern for a magazine and getting her first adult job afterwards. Laurie Espino reflects on her journey in NYC and talks about how she spent her most important and beginning years in NYC to find her voice, her strength and most importantly, her home. You will be entertained by her personality as she confesses a past sexual experience that you won't want to miss listening to! If you want to get to know her more, feel free to follow her on Instagram @laurieespino and her blog https://www.champagneforbreakfastblog.com/.  You can also email thecityconfessions@gmail.com if you have questions about this episode or just want to chat! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support