On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Jillian Mercado. Jillian Mercado is an actress and model, currently acting on The L Word: Generation Q. She is one of the first models with a visible physical disability (due to muscular dystrophy) and has continually challenged beauty standards in the fashion industry. Throughout her career, Jillian has worked to fight for representation and tackle stigmas associated with the disabled community. Listen to us talk about turning sadness into a driving force for change, being vulnerable in uncharted territory, and representing disabilities in the media. A big thank you to our partner H&M
On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Yrsa Daley-Ward. Yrsa is a writer, performer, and storyteller whose powerful poetry is a comment on life and self-appreciation. Her writing tackles issues dealing with all parts of the human condition, such as mental health, sexuality, love, grief, and addiction. H&M has collaborated with Yrsa for a loungewear collection dedicated to self-love. Listen to us talk about being present with oneself, how the H&M collaboration came to be, mental health, and poetry. A big thank you to our partner H&M
On this week's episode of I'm Over It, I sit down with Charlotte Zoller. Charlotte Zoller is a writer, digital creator, model, and creative consultant based in Los Angeles. Her Teen Vogue column, Ask A Fat Girl, explores living life in a larger body. She began her career as a music photographer, which led her to digital and social strategy for brands like Pitchfork, VH1, and Kickstarter. She also happens to be one of my favorite people to follow on Instagram! Listen to us talk about allowing yourself to be imperfect, working towards self-love, and healing as a non-linear process. A big thank you to our partner H&M
***TRIGGER WARNING SEXUAL ASSAULT & SENSITIVE TOPICS*** On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with producer, writer, advocate, and survivor of D.O.S & NXIVM, India Oxenberg. You most likely have heard about NXIVM as it’s been in the news quite a lot this past year! You may have even watched a documentary or two. The Vow, an HBO documentary that follows multiple people’s experience trying to get out NXIVM, or Seduced on Starz, which India produced herself. India also wrote a book titled “Still Learning”, which details her experience before, during, and after NXIVM. “Still Learning” is available on Audible now! I also highly recommend tuning into Seduced, which is a four-part series narrated by India herself, focusing specifically on stories of the women who were indoctrinated, blackmailed, coerced, and eventually recruited into the sex cult D.O.S., along with their path to healing. India has bravely come out to tell HER story the way SHE experienced it ~ click here to read her victim impact statement read at Raniere’s recent sentencing (he was sentenced to 120 years) Follow India here ~
On this week’s episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with writer, activist, and journalist Scarlett Curtis. At only 25, Scarlett has published two books: Feminists Don't Wear Pink and Other Lies, and It’s Not Okay to Feel Blue & other lies, wrote a weekly column for The Sunday Times Style (she’s currently a contributing editor), and has co-founded the activist collective, The Pink Protest. P.S. Did we mention she’s also an official UN Women UK advocate? Listen to us talk about finding purpose through activism, how mental health affects everyone, and learning to be kinder to yourself. ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~
On this week’s episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with THE go-to expert when it comes to skincare, makeup, and all things beauty, Rio Viera Newton. As a beauty writer for The Strategist, Rio has not only tested it all when it comes to beauty but also gives consistent top tier expert advice when it comes to navigating breakouts, serums, foundation dupes, and MORE! When Rio isn’t writing, you can also find her on New York Magazine's YouTube Channel where she’ll teach you everything from how to get natural-looking freckles, to how to use one product in three different ways. Listen to us talk about Rio's skincare journey, being a smart shopper, and how to handle waking up with a breakout. ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~
On this week's episode, I sat down with the queen of handbags and accessories, Susan Alexandra! If you don’t happen to own one of Susan’s handmade beaded bags, you’ve most definitely seen them around town. Although it’s only been a few years since Susan posted the first bag she made on Instagram—with Opening Ceremony quickly contacting her to order—the brand has expanded into accessories, and now, face masks! Listen to us talk about how Susan started, adding meaning to your work, and finding your own space in the fashion industry. ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~
On this week's episode of I’m over it I sat down with Alexis Williams, a 19-year-old computer science student at New York University. A little bit more than a month ago, Alexis created PB Resources, an online platform that connects people to BLM focused petitions, organizations, customized emails (which you’ve most likely used in recent weeks to send to your local government officials!), and more. BUT, that’s just one of the MANY things on Alexis’ list of accomplishments. Along with PB Resources, Alexis is also a Koding with Klossy scholar and Microsoft partner. Listen to us talk about inequality in the tech space, how to troll Trump, and being helpful in the world. ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~
On this week's episode, I sat down with ~Serena F*cking Kerrigan~ AKA SFK! After working at Refinery 29, with a background in being a digital creative and video producer, Serena decided to leave and pursue her own personal brand as the Queen of Confidence. Though going solo may have proved to be difficult during these times, Serena truly found her niche. Recently, she’s started her own dating show called ‘Let's Fucking Date’ which happens every Friday evening on Instagram Live—and trust me—it’s an absolute watch. On this episode, listen to us talk about dating during quarantine, becoming the queen of confidence, and building a brand. ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~
On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sit down with Aliza Kelly—celebrity and resident astrologer at Cosmopolitan Magazine, fellow podcaster, and author! Before finding herself as a professional astrologer, Aliza was once an art gallery owner and technology co-founder of a dating app based on your star sign called Align! Listen to us talk about 2020 from an astrological perspective, empathy, and Sun/Moon/Rising signs and check out her AMAZING podcast, Stars Like Us. Schedule a reading or check out her other work at alizakelly.com and follow her at @alizakelly ~*~ Be sure to follow us at @imoveritpodcast and me at @atlantabean ~*~
Notes on the episode: Speech by activist Tamika Mallory Former Professor at Princeton University Cornel West on Anderson Cooper Author Toni Morrison Poem written by 14-year-old William Bigby - @William.Bigby Speech by Angela Davis Places to donate $ Reclaim the Block: a Minnesota organization that lobbies for defunding the police and re-routing funds to affordable housing, health, violence prevention, civil rights, and renter protections Black Visions Collective: A Black, trans and queer-led organization, that is helping lead the protests in Minneapolis George Floyd Memorial Fund The Brooklyn Community Bail Fund is bailing out protestors and pressuring Governor Cuomo to take action on defunding New York City police We Love Lake Street helps to rebuild small businesses destroyed in the riots Los Angeles Black Lives Matter chapter is fighting to adopt a "People's Budget" that reallocates police funding to vulnerable communities Petitions to sign: Justice for Tony McDade Justice for Ahmaud Arbery Justice for Breonna Taylor Justice for George Floyd
On this week's episode of I’m Over It, I sat down with recording artist and Paper Magazine’s Culture editor, Michael Love Michael. When Michael isn’t writing profiles on individuals like Hayley Williams and introducing new music you need to have on your weekly playlist, they’re producing their own musical jams. Recently, Michael released their second song 6 Jaguars, which was inspired by an incredible story revealed in this week's episode. Listen to us talk about putting yourself out there, re-examining ambition, and finding inspiration in unlikely circumstances. Follow Michael at @michaelxomichael, me at @atlantabean, and I’m Over It at @imoveritpodcast
If you didn't know already, May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Each episode this month has been closely tied to mental health, so I decided to add to the conversation and share my personal journey. I'm so excited to release my first SOLO episode! Listen to me talk about emotional storms, my medication journey, and accepting my diagnosis. ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean, and our podcast at @imoveritpodcast~*~
This week on I’m Over It, I sat down with Bethany C. Meyers, an American fitness and lifestyle entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ rights activist. Bethany is the founder and CEO of the be.come Project (@thebecomeproject), an incredibly popular online fitness service that offers a body-neutral, I-can-do-it, go-on-and-love-yourself approach to boutique fitness in an accessible 25-minute routine. In this episode, we talk about toxicity of the fitness and diet industry, open relationships, and changing how we think about exercise. Be sure to follow Bethany at @bethanycmeyers and me at @atlantabean or @imoveritpodcast
Live from our bedrooms, it’s I’m Over It Season 3! To kick off the first episode of I'm Over It, I sat down with teen-extraordinaire—although soon to be 20 year old—Emily Odesser. At just fourteen, Emily co-founded and eventually became Editor in Chief of Teen Eye Magazine, an art, culture, and fashion publication COMPLETELY run by, and for creators under 19 with a circulation of over a million readers! In 2017, Emily was named one of Vice's 6 Young Activists Who Made History, in 2018, she was one of the select youth activists invited to be a part of Lebron James’ #AlwaysBelieve campaign, and in 2019, she was named one of Teen Vogue’s 21 Under 21! Fast forward to 2020, Emily currently serves as the events coordinator and Instagram manager for Sad Girls Club, and contributes to publications including Salty, Teen Vogue, Sunday Times, Broadly, W Magazine, Rookie Magazine, and NPR. Oh, and did we mention you can also find Emily educating Gen Z on issues including sex-positivity and education, curriculum reform, mental health, AND reproductive rights over on her personal page? Yeah, she’s a pretty big deal. In this episode, listen to us talk about sweatpants, our beginnings in the fashion industry, and coping with mental health in isolation. Be sure to follow Emily at @emilyodesser, me at @atlantabean, and our podcast at @imoveritpodcast
On this week's episode, we have the live recording of the I'm Over It Holiday Party. The I’m Over It Holiday Party consisted of a live panel recording of a podcast episode. The overarching theme of the panel was self-care over the holidays and the pros and cons of our social media-driven reality. After the panel discussion, we opened up the room to a Q&A with the guests and audience. In addition to the podcast recording, we held a clothing and book drive for the Lower Eastside Girls Club. Listen to Maluca, Jessica Hoppe, and Ali Weiss discuss self-care during the holidays, navigating social media-driven businesses, and pivoting your career. Maluca is a performer and recording artist. Follow her at @malucamala and @namaste_mami. Jessica Hoppe is a writer. Follow her at @nuevayorka. Ali Weiss is a comedian and host of the podcast Health is Hell. Follow her at @healthishell and listen to her podcast here. A huge thank you to everyone that came out and please stay tuned for more events coming up in 2020 and beyond! ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~
Natalia Mantini is an LA-born photographer based out of New York City. Entirely self-taught, Natalia has photographed for The New York Times, Viceland, Converse, and Paper Magazine. At just 31 years old she has shot an extensive list of people including J-Lo, Kim Gordon, Karen O, Barbie Ferreria, Oscar-nominated actress Yalitza Aparicio, Ashley Tisdale, and Camila Cabello, just to name a few. Listen to us talk about navigating grief, becoming a professional photographer, and healthy coping skills. You can find her work at nataliamantini.com and follow her at @nataliamantini ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~
Yuna is an amazingly talented Malaysian pop superstar, with a newly released album entitled “Rouge,” featuring artists including Tyler the Creator, G-Eazy, and Jay Park. But, for those who aren’t familiar with Yuna, there are a couple of things that set the artist apart from the rest. Yuna doesn’t necessarily fit the typical Hollywood mold for what a young female singer "should" look like today. She’s a devout Muslim, has always wrapped her hair in a hijab and follows a conservative style of dress. Being a popstar has also in some ways been a second life for her—she spent her childhood and young adulthood focused on becoming a lawyer, and graduated with a Bachelor of Legal Studies degree in 2009 (with honors none the less)!! Though music was merely a hobby for Yuna back in the day, she turned it into an insanely successful—and inspiring—career. In 2016, she won a Billboard Best R&B Album award for her album “Chapters”, in 2017, she became the first Malaysian singer to be nominated for a BET Award—specifically, for the BET Centric Award for "Crush" ft. Usher—and in 2019, she received RIAA certification when her song "Crush" logged a gold-certified sales of 500,000 copies! Listen to us talk about owning your accomplishments, following your dreams, and representation in the music industry. Find her tour dates and more at yunamusic.com and follow her at @yuna ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~
****THIS PODCAST EPISODE MAY BE TRIGGERING FOR SOME**** Mattie Larson is a former American artistic gymnast. In 2010 she was the national champion on floor exercises, and later that year at the World Championships was awarded a silver medal for competing with the USA in the team competition. Mattie continued to compete at UCLA college from 2012 to 2014. Mattie was also one of the victims of Larry Nassar, the convicted serial child molester who was the USA Gymnastics national team doctor. Mattie, VERY powerfully and BRAVELY gave a statement during Nassar’s sentencing hearing. Since the Nassar case, Mattie has continued to be a spokesperson for sexual abuse survivors. She has helped me IMMENSELY in my own journey and is a true inspiration. I’m forever grateful for her love and support. Listen to us talk about being a competitive gymnast for Team USA, surviving sexual abuse, and body acceptance. Follow her at @mattlarz ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~
London born, New York based- Lynette Nylander is the founder of imaginethat, an ideas think tank that bridges the gap between editorial and brand. AKA she is the initiator of *creative content*, social strategy, copy solutions, and culturally relevant ideas for global lifestyle brands like Nike, Universal Music, Citizens of Humanity, Alexander Wang, and Vevo. She has worked with publications such as American Vogue, Dazed, iD, AnOther, Net-a-porter, and The Guardian. She is also the founder of Onomatopoeia Publishing, that publishes books, zines and other ephemera for mass consumption and personal pleasure. OH and she was featured in the Forbes 30 under 30. SHE'S A REAL QUEEN!!! Listen to us talk about self-deprecating tendencies, getting out of a "scroll-hole", and acknowledging your privilege. Find her work at https://lynettenylander.com/ and follow her on Instagram at @lynettesaid ~*~ Be sure to follow me at @atlantabean & @ImOverItPodcast ~*~