I’ve Got a Secret! with Robin McGraw

Chris Lowder is one of the world's most sought-after bar consultants and spirits educators, and he's sharing his knowledge! He's spilling the secrets he's learned from opening bars around the world- including giving us an insider's scoop on how Michelin Star restaurants train their staff. Chris gives the Secret Squad a low down on how to shop for tequila and vodka, and also how to taste it! Robin and Chris discuss how drinking cultures differ around the world, and how this affects the dining experience. Chris will blow your mind by talking about how some of our most-loved fast food chains look unrecognizable in different countries! This is a fun, fascinating conversation that will have you looking at your cocktails a little bit differently. Our Drink of The Day is Chris' twist on an Old Fashioned, inspired by his recent trip to Oaxaca! Episode Resources: Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/getlowdernow Chris on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getlowdernow Lowder-Tascarella Hospitality: https://www.lt-hospitality.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Sheila Nazarian is an expert at all things rejuvenation! The Netflix star, plastic surgeon, and entrepreneur stops by to give us a crash course on non-invasive laser treatments! Dr. Nazarian has over 30 lasers in her Med Spa, which all treat the skin differently. Sagging, hyperpigmentation, age spots, sun damage, and fine lines are all on the list of things that lasers can zap away. Learn about this advanced technology, as well as skin secrets to practice in-between sessions! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Spa26: https://spa26.com/ Nazarian plastic surgery: https://nazarianplasticsurgery.com/ Dr. Nazarian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsheilanazarian/ The Skin Spot: https://theskinspot.com/ Skin Decision: Before and After: https://www.instagram.com/skindecisionnetflix/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The workplace post-Covid is a totally different place: remote work, quiet quitting, Zoom meetings... let's humanize it! Business strategist, best-selling author, and renowned speaker Erica Keswin stops by to give her tips to employers and employees for a better work environment (and more productivity!). Erica talks about her favorite on-boarding strategies to keep employees for longer, and speaks to how companies can keep their employees more motivated and inspired. She discusses the importance of only setting meetings that have a clear purpose, having social and collaborative in-office days, and the need to disconnect in order to reconnect. This is a great episode for anyone who manages others, as well as anyone who is evaluating the type of workplace that they want to work in. A fun celebrity game at the end! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Living above your means is a recipe for disaster, but so is living below them! Ramit Sethi, Financial Advisor and NYT Best-Selling Author, gives the Secret Squad practical tips on how to live your fullest, richest life... without being stingy! Ramit talks about his Money Dial theory, identifying what you LOVE to spend your money on and never apologizing for it. He challenges everyone to stop asking $3 questions (like what size coffee you want) and to start asking $30K questions (like what your savings rate is). Robin and Ramit talk about how important tipping is to both of them, and why giving a little bit extra is one of the best uses of their money. Ramit wants everyone to feel empowered and excited by money, not scared of it! Do the ending money exercise with Robin and Ramit to get a better understanding of your own habits, pulled straight out of Ramit's workbook. More info at https://www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Ramit on social: www.instagram.com/ramit/?hl=en Ramit's website: www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/ Ramit's new workbook: www.amazon.com/Will-Teach-You-Be-Rich/dp/1523516879 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re talking about all of the taboo topics: prenups, divorce, and custody. But we’ll also talk about confidence, empathy, and raising empowered children! Family Law Attorney Sabrina Shaheen Cronin stops by to give us the legal lowdown on how to protect yourself in marriage, and how to fight for yourself in divorce. Robin and Sabrina talk about the difference between a prenup and postnup, invalid prenups, and why it shouldn't be a taboo subject! Sabrina gets into how to tell your children you're getting a divorce, how to make them feel comfortable through change, and how to talk to them about dating again. She also gives her best tips for getting back on your feet after divorce! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Assets: Sabrina on IG: www.instagram.com/sabrinashaheencronin Sabrina's Website: www.sabrinashaheen.com Cronin Law Firm: www.croninlawfirm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelsey Koehler mistakenly joined a cult in her 20's that dictated her workout regime, clothing choices, career, and even arranged a marriage for her. She used education and passion to get herself out of this situation, becoming financially independent and eventually starting her own Functional Medicine company, ProFit! Her story of resilience is one that you HAVE to hear! Robin and Kelsey also go into detail about Functional Medicine, and how finding the correct doctor is CRUCIAL in your journey to having better health. Kelsey explains how Functional Medicine addresses the "why" instead of the "what," and how she cured her Hashimoto's Disease without using medication!  Ka'Chava: www.kachava.com Nutrafol: www.nutrafol.com/ Women's Meditation Network: https://linktr.ee/womensmeditationnetwork Episode Resources: Kelsey on IG: www.instagram.com/kelsey_koehler Pro Fit: https://profithpm.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EmRata, aka Emily Ratajkowski. Maybe you know her from my work as an actress or model, or maybe you’ve read her bestselling book, My Body. She is interested in marrying everything high and low brow by talking pop culture and happenings that may seem frivolous in a way that raises big questions. On this podcast, she talks about everything from politics, philosophy, and feminism to sex, TikTok and relationships. Every Tuesday, EmRata will host intimate conversations with special guests, including celebs, incredible authors, close friends, and people I admire. In the week’s second episode, she talks about whatever’s happening in the world and what it’s making her think about, including anecdotes, personal opinions and, ideally, some thought provoking questions. Finally, you can subscribe to a third exclusive episode each week where you get to be part of the show. She goes through your comments and answer your DMs. EmRata's hope is that this series will be a place where you can come to have fun and take part in thoughtful discourse. High Low with EmRata is a Sony Music Entertainment, Somethin' Else, and Bitch Era Media production.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World-renowned floral designer Eric Buterbaugh, known as “The Florist to the Stars” and “The King of Roses,” designs opulent arrangements for A-listers, elite fashion houses, and luminaries around the world! He's also Robin's favorite florist! He stops by the studio to talk about how he ended up in the world of florals (it was an accident), and how he made his mark on the industry. Robin and Eric discuss manifesting the life you want, and how important visualization and dreaming are for your goals. Our drink of the game is a GORGEOUS gin cocktail covered in flowers, and our Would You Rather game will have you giggling! www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Eric on IG: www.instagram.com/ericbuterbaugh Eric Buterbaugh Website: ericbuterbaugh.com/ Women's Meditation Network: https://linktr.ee/womensmeditationnetwork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, a chef graduating with her culinary school’s most coveted award, and a trained Nutrition Specialist. And on top of all of this, she’s a best-selling Author, penning “This is Your Brain on Food: An Indispensable Guide to the Surprising Foods that Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More." She's talking to us about how to eat for optimal mental and physical health, healing issues you didn’t even know were related to your diet! Dr. Naidoo and Robin discuss how important it is to pay attention to what you eat, and how it makes you feel. Dr. Naidoo explains the gut-to-brain connection, and why some foods can lead to depression, stress, and anxiety. Our game at the end of the episode will make you realize how inexpensive it can be to eat heathy!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Candace Nelson, Co-Founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes and Pizzana, reinvented the cupcake... and she's going to tell us her recipe for sweet success! Candace recounts how she quit her investment banking job to start the world's first cupcake shop, and why nobody thought something like that could succeed (especially during the low-carb craze!). She gives us a lesson in creating a brand versus a product, how to price yourself in a competitive market, and why betting on yourself isn't as hard as it sounds. She also describes how she knew it was time to move onto her next big idea, and Robin and Candace chat about pizza, television, and investing! This is one of our sweetest episodes yet! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Candace on IG: www.instagram.com/candacenelson Candace's Book: www.candace-nelson.com/sweet-success Candace's Website: www.candace-nelson.com Sprinkles Cupcakes: www.sprinkles.com Pizzana: www.pizzana.com Best in Dough: https://www.hulu.com/series/best-in-dough Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Organizational psychologist and best-selling Author Dr. Benjamin Hardy is the world’s leading expert on Future Self science. What is that exactly? It’s the idea that the more connected you are to your Future Self, the better you live in the present, resulting in a happier, more productive, and more successful life. Learn his fascinating tricks to remove roadblocks to your goals, feel more fulfilled in your current life, and create bigger opportunities for yourself. Dr. Hardy discusses how shooting for bigger goals actually makes your life MORE SIMPLE. And how self-imposed beliefs can actually shorten your life. You've changed so much over the last ten years; it's time to help yourself have the same growth for the next ten! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BEST FRIEND ENERGY with hosts Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin of The Home Edit. On BEST FRIEND ENERGY you get to know Clea and Joanna even better than before—you become a part of their inner circle! Their friendship and business began with a single text and now has them organizing celebrity homes, traveling the world and laughing every step of the way. You might know them from the hit Netflix series “Get Organized with The Home Edit” but they’ve got a lot more to talk about. They may be professional organizers, but their lives are pretty chaotic. And when life gets too crazy, they have each other to lean on and laugh with. That’s what best friends are for! Each week they’ll interview special guests—old friends and new friends—answer YOUR questions, and deep dive on all of the everyday annoyances that life has to offer. Join them every Tuesday as they talk about anything and everything.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding your squad as an adult can be challenging, but the internet makes it easier! Robin sits down with Digital Creator and "Tik Tok's Older Sister," @Tinx, to talk about how to find and foster community online. Tinx has built a strong, loyal community through content and connection, and she's teaching us how to create our own. Robin and Tinx discuss the special bond that women have with each other, and how finding community makes us feel whole. Our drink of the day is the PERFECT spicy margarita, and our game puts Robin and tinx in the hot seat! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Tinx on IG: www.instagram.com/tinx Tinx on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tinx Disco Margs merch: www.discomargs.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Picky eaters are no match for the information you're about to learn on this episode! Jennifer Anderson, the Founder of Kids Eat in Color, stops by to chat about how to get your children to eat healthily when you're up against picky eating, mealtime tantrums, and tight budgets. She breaks down how children actually become picky eaters (it's definitely not always the parent's fault!) and the tips to help them become more open-minded and curious about food. Robin talks about her experiences as both a mother and a grandmother, and the ways that she has been able to find mealtime success in her own family! You'll also learn about how the habits you instill in your children now might last long into their adult years (for better or for worse!), and the best ways to talk about your own health and dieting journey around your children. Our Drink of The Day is a layered rainbow smoothie that you'll love making with your children! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Kids Eat in Color: www.kidseatincolor.com/ Kids Eat in Color on IG: www.instagram.com/kids.eat.in.color/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sawyer Hemsley, Co-Founder and COO of Crumbl Cookies, talks about all things cookies! Crumbl started with one bakery only five years ago, and now it's the fourth fastest-growing restaurant chain in the country! We get to hear about his life as the COO, with a standing 3pm meeting every day to taste cookies, and how his team comes up with the flavor rotations every week. We talk about his original quest to create the world's best chocolate chip cookie recipe, and which flavors his customers crave! Robin asks about how Crumbl has been able to grow from one bakery to over 600 in only five years, and how the Tik Tok craze for their brand started! Our Drink of The Day is a mouth-watering dessert cocktail inspired by one of Crumbl's iconic flavors, and our drink of the day involves a LOT of cookies! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Crumbl: https://crumblcookies.com/ Crumbl on IG: https://www.instagram.com/crumblcookies/ Crumbl on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crumblcookies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You deserve some rest... FINALLY! Internal medicine physician, speaker, and award-winning author, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, talks about the 7 different types of rest that we all need in order to prevent burnout. She speaks to the difference between rest and sleep, and why you might be getting a full 8 hours but still wake up runned-down. Her and Robin thoughtfully go through all seven types, and offer ways to fix your deficiencies and restore your happiness and health. You likely don't even know about the different types you need until listening to this podcast! Robin and Dr. Dalton-Smith discuss where self-care falls into the conversation around rest, and tips to squeeze in these much-needed practices into a busy schedule. More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Dr. Dalton-Smith's personal website: DrDaltonSmith.com Dr. Dalton-Smith's business website: ichoosemybestlife.com Dr. Dalton-Smith's Rest Quiz: RestQuiz.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/drdaltonsmith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lymphatic massages are proven to reduce water weight, kick start your immune system, stimulate your metabolism, and remove toxins... where do we sign up?! Rebecca Faria- lymphatic masseuse to Hailey Beiber, Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Aniston, and more- comes to the studio to share her secrets to looking and feeling your best through lymphatic drainage. She explains what exactly this practice is and why we all need it, and talks about the lymphatic system as a whole and how it functions. She gives her lifestyle tips to keeping a healthy lymphatic system, and the at-home massage techniques you can try in-between visits to her salon. She explains why those post-surgery and postpartum need lymphatic massage the most, and answers common questions surrounding poor circulation (her tips for flying are a MUST LISTEN!). The drink of the day is a nutrient-packed green tea to help fight the bloat, and the game will make you feel warm inside. More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Rebecca on IG: www.instagram.com/detoxbyrebecca Detox By Rebecca: www.detoxbyrebecca.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alicia Grande's GrandeLASH-MD Lash Enhancing Serum is the leading eyelash serum on the market! Early on, Alicia partnered with a doctor and scientist to develop this revolutionary product that promises an enhanced appearance of your lashes in 4-6 weeks! After a lot of sweat and patience, Alicia expanded from one serum to a line of over 40 products. You'll love hearing Robin and Alicia talk about the empowerment that comes with enhancing your natural features, and the importance of women following their passions and putting great ideas out into the world. Our Drink of The Day is a refreshing rum "Grande Smash," and the game is all about the best celebrity brows through the decades! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Alicia on IG: www.instagram.com/aliciagrande Grande Cosmetics: www.grandecosmetics.com Grande Cosmetics on IG: www.instagram.com/grandecosmetics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Kelly is “The Points Guy!” His media empire- full of incredible blogs, apps, podcasts and more- is the go-to resource when it comes to loyalty programs, credit cards, and travel! Brian stops by to spill the best travel hacks, credit card deals, and ways to use those well-deserved rewards points! He breaks down what you need to know about these credit card policies, and how to get the most bang for your buck wherever you go. You won't believe how many perks you're entitled to that you're not taking advantage of! Brian also shares his best tips for traveling with family in wheelchairs and children, and the best Summer 2022 travel spots to fit your budget. The Drink of the Day is on fire... literally! And the game is all about- you guessed it- POINTS! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: The Points Guy website: www.thepointsguy.com TPG on IG: www.instagram.com/thepointsguy Brian Kelly on IG: www.instagram.com/briankelly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You know it's a fun episode when the topic is DIAMONDS! Olivia Landau, the Founder and CEO of The Clear Cut and a 4th-generation jeweler, gives the Secret Squad a rundown of how to shop for diamonds and create your dream jewelry. Olivia goes through the 4 C's of diamond shopping- Color, Cut, Clarity, and Carat- and why they matter! She breaks down some of the hottest trends she's been seeing this season, and how you can create your perfect ring from the comfort of your own home. She talks about building The Clear Cut to disrupt the diamond industry, and how she's helping more women and POC get started in this male-dominated industry. We have a diamond-coated Drink of the Day, and the sweetest game about celebrity marriages! More at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com Episode Resources: Olivia on IG: www.instagram.com/olivialandau The Clear Cut: www.theclearcut.co The Clear Cut on IG: www.instagram.com/theclearcut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices