How It's Goin' with Taia Veren

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Dating the Good, the Bald & the Convicts: The 2nd Annual Valentine's Day Special

2021-02-1001:32:09

What do 9am White Claws, moldy toothbrushes, spray tans, FaceTime dates and Lil Huddy have in common? They're all featured in this episode. One year and two swapped relationship statuses later, Madi and I lay down a good old fashioned Vday track for your listening pleasure. Pop a chocolate strawberry and gear up to catch up with ya girls and hear a whole buncha crazy/funny date stories that are shocking to say the least. @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Moving to Hawaii & Facing the Unknown with Mackenzie Becker

2021-01-2554:13

This week we welcome an inspirational queen to the studio floor. With wine in hand, we dive into Mackenzie's experience living in Hawaii and finding herself in the discomfort along the way. We get deep this week people, so buckle the heck up. We discuss the importance of taking time for yourself, ignoring the fear in your head, confidence, controlling your influences and going into 2021 with intention behind every habit. Sometimes ya gotta get lost on a self-retreat in the jungle to find your way, am I right? Enjoy this episode and leave a rating & review if ya want :) @howitsgoinpodcast @taiajveren @mackenziekbecker --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Holiday Spectacular: A Mitten Jo Christmas

2020-12-2159:22

Well, folks, here it is: the holiday special absolutely no one asked for, but hey, it's the season for giving, regardless. Weeelcome back to a very *special* episode of How It's Goin' podcast. I have my three bestie girls on the mic with me this wintry night discussing everything from holiday traditions to our hot takes of 2020. Have a seat, grab some hot cocoa and listen up as we learn what Christmas movie character we are via Buzzfeed quiz, play 'guess that holiday tune' featuring some very gifted musical stylings, rate our secret Santa gifts and more! As always, thanks for listening and have a holly jolly holiday season, y'all! @howitsgoinpodcast @taiajveren --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

She's Aliiive - Where I've Been

2020-11-0624:56

Hi :) I've been MIA for a month or two so we're reviving the pod today. In this solo episode I give a quick recap on where I've been and give a lil announcement as well! Hope you enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

From Iowa to California: Finding Your Own Beat with Gabee Benson

2020-09-1802:05:58

Hi guys! Welcome back to another episode of How It’s Goin’ special guest edition! It’s a loooong one, folks (hold the applause). This week we dial in with dancer Gabee Benson coming to us all the way from Los Angeles, California. Gabee takes us through the ups and downs of quarantine, her experience with the Disney college program, competing at World of Dance, working at the Millennium Dance Complex, moving to LA, building her foundation in the professional dance industry, celeb encounters (may or may not involve Ariana Grande), finding confidence, audition tips, staying optimistic during COVID, the tea on dating and her stance on social justice issues. Whew, I know, buckle in kids. We had so much fun recording and hope you enjoy the episode! @gabee.benson @taiajveren @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Back to School: Teaching During a Pandemic with Jaycie Eaton

2020-09-0401:12:29

Welcome back to another episode of How It’s Goin’. This week, I sit down with my dear pal Jaycie Eaton. Jaycie teaches elementary special education in the Waukee School District and knows her stuff when it comes to return to learn. We focus on how this school year will be full of grace, flexibility and forgiveness for everyone involved. Learn more about auras: @GirlsGottaEatPodcast Episode 131: What’s Your Sexual Aura feat. Mystic Michaela @jaycie_eaton10 @taiajveren @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Colorado Trip + Spin Instructor Training??

2020-08-2856:16

Hi guys! Welcome to my first episode as a brand spankin’ new 23 year old :o #LeoSzn In honor of this, I'm making an executive decision to start season 2...seems fitting. In this week’s episode I’m flying solo and giving a little life update. I talk to myself about starting spin instructor training (what!) and give a recap of my recent trip to Colorado. Stick around to the end of the episode to hear my travel tips. Give the podcast a rating and review if you enjoyed...chat soon! @taiajveren @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

If You Don't Have the Balls to Say it Twice, Don't Say it Once & Other Words of Wisdom with Jose Caro

2020-08-1401:09:49

Hey How It's Goin' gang, we got a fresh episode this week featuring my new friend, Jose Caro. Listen in as I interview Jose about his experiences with the DACA program, Iowa State University rugby, swing dance, becoming a pilot, colorblindness, living in Des Moines & more. If you enjoy the episode don't forget to leave a rating and review :) @jose_caro24 @howitsgoinpodcast @taiajveren --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Sexy Housewife Karen Sanchez on Therapy, Eating Disorders, Relationship Red Flags & More

2020-07-3101:07:46

Hi guys! Welcome to our first ~EXPLICIT~ episode (thanks Karen). Listen up as we take on a range of topics from comedy, style and Karen's wild story times to eating disorders and our experiences with therapy. Also be sure to check out Karen's podcast @sexyhousewifepod if you liked today's episode :) @howitsgoinpodcast @karensanchx Trigger warning: In this episode we do discuss topics such as eating disorders and sexual assault that might be sensitive for some people. If this episode isn't for you, that's totally fine. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Life as a Spin Instructor, Model & Lawyer with Kate Simon

2020-07-1701:20:28

Hi guys! This week we kick off our new posting schedule of every other week with one of my fav CycleSTARS, Kate Simon! Kate dishes on everything from relationships, fashion, traveling and much more. Kate also takes us behind the scenes of what a day in the life of an indoor cycling instructor looks like. As always, give us a rating and review if you enjoyed the episode :) @howitsgoinpodcast @k8simon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Get the HECK Out of Your Rut

2020-07-0451:48

Hi guys! This week I'm doing a solo episode all about how to get out of a rut. We also do a lil catch up on how it's goin' and reflect on the goals I made 6 months ago during my first ever podcast episode. I also announce my new posting schedule...every other week. Hope you enjoy! :) @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Taking Risks & Putting in the Work: Get to Know Comedian Matt Banwart

2020-06-2001:17:08

Hi guys! Welcome to my 20th episode (how in the heck did we get here?)!!! In this week's episode, I sit down with Matt Banwart to chat about everything from Boy Scouts and ghost stories to marketing and stand-up comedy. Stick around to hear our hot takes on adulting, and enjoy Matt's sculpting masterclass featured throughout the episode. :) @matt_banwart @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Catching Up + Finding Your Voice

2020-06-1350:19

Hi guys! I'm excited for this week's episode where I start the conversation about the Black Lives Matter movement. Below are some resources I found helpful and hope you do too: 1619 podcast Pod Save the People Code Switch podcast Netflix's documentary 13th Netflix: When They See Us Hulu: If Beale Street Could Talk Hulu: The Hate U Give 'White Fragility' by Robin Diangelo, PhD The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund: a nonprofit that fights for racial justice through litigation, advocacy, and public education. The Bail Project: a revolving fund that helps low-income people pay bail. After a case closes and bail is returned, the same money can help someone else. Campaign Zero: a group dedicated to police reform and reducing violence through policy change. The Loveland Foundation: an org focused on providing mental health support for black women and girls. @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Reflecting on One Year Post-Grad with Rosa Gude

2020-05-3101:17:18

Hi guys! This week I have a special guest on the pod to reflect on our first year post-grad. Rosa Gude is a young professional working in the funeral industry in Des Moines. We both graduated from Simpson College in Indianola, IA in May 2019. Rosa talks about everything from the job search to some very inspirational messages near the end of the episode :). You won’t wanna miss it! Give the podcast a rating and review if you enjoyed, chat next week! @rosagude @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Plastic Surgery Experience + Workout Essentials + Finding Balance ft. Blake (Pt. 2)

2020-05-1646:56

Hi guys! In this week's episode, we continue our conversation with Blake from last week all about body image. We'll dive into Blake's experience with plastic surgery, workout & nutrition tips/essentials and finding a balance between it all. Definitely check out part 1 before jumping into this episode and as always, follow @howitsgoinpodcast on Instagram for updates & more. Chat soon! :) @howitsgoinpodcast @blakeroseland --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Body Image + Weightloss Journey ft. Blake

2020-05-0947:12

Hi guys! A couple weeks ago Blake and I sat down and recorded an episode about body image and his weight loss journey. Today's episode is part one of our entire conversation where we dive into our experiences from childhood to now. Hope you enjoy and take something away from this episode. Be on the lookout for part two next week! As always give us a rating and review, and follow @howitsgoinpodcast on Instagram to keep up on everything How It's Goin' :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dealing with Negativity

2020-05-0245:39

Hi guys! This week's episode is a little different than most, but I hope you enjoy it! This week I'm reflecting on a recent situation where I was confronted with negativity and how it affected me. I also give tips for fighting like a grown-up and standing up for yourself inspired by Kelly Williams Brown's book, Adulting and Greg Behrendt's podcast, Don't Take Bullsh*t from F*uckers. Catch ya next week! :) @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Navigating Your Own Path with Madisen Hinegardner (Pt. 2)

2020-04-2547:10

Hi everyone! Today you're listening to part 2 of Maddie and I's chat from last week's episode! You'll hear us pick right back up from where we left off, talking about everything from grad school, organizing your life, living with pets and a s/o, fitness and dealing with injuries (just to name a few topics ;) Don't forget to leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episode! Thanks, and we'll catch up next week! @madisen_hinegardner @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Turning Your Passion Into a Business: Get to Know Madisen Hinegardner

2020-04-1859:21

Hi everyone! After taking a week off from podcasting, I'm back this week with one of my oldest friends, Madisen Hinegardner! This is part one of a two-part series with Maddie talking about everything from being an entrepreneur and finding your own path to our Enneagram types, our travels together and more. Enjoy part 1 of my conversation with Maddie and be on the lookout for part 2 next week! @madisen_hinegardner @madisenlynn_videography @howitsgoinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Quarantine Q&A

2020-04-0401:05:06

Hi guys! I hope you enjoy this week's Q&A episode. I chat about binge-able shows, books, music and quarantine activities, as well as answer other questions you had for me. :) Follow @howitsgoinpodcast on Instagram for more updates! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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