Sent With Emphasis

This week, Katie is joined by Hannah Cochran, as the two talk about growing up, getting older, and doing what you want. In an entertaining episode, Hannah explains her personal phases of life and how they’ve shaped her into becoming who she is today. She discusses building a photography business as well as a career as a therapist. The two dive into their unique journeys of building brands and taking unique paths in life. The episode ends with the hot take section, which no guest has been as prepared for as Hannah. You won’t want to miss this one. Enjoy, homies!-Sent with Emphasis

Your college survival guide is here...If you are a college student or even a high school student preparing to go to college, this episode has everything you need to know to tackle the freshman-year obstacles.Katie starts by discussing college itself. She talks through the importance of trying new things, switching majors and career paths, and navigating classes. She then dives into advice on making friends, meeting the right people, and combating homesickness. She ends the episode with 20+ general/going-out tips that you won't want to miss. As always, the episode ends with a hot take section!Welcome to college, homies!

Your favorite degenerates are back & better than ever! Parental advisory is strongly recommended for this week’s episode with two highly requested returning guests: Anthony Grebe & Steve Braatz.From spring break storytimes, unpacking bar behavior, and "red flags" there is entertainment for all in this hour-long episode. The episode includes a few surprise segments and, as always, ends with the hot take section. Cheers, homies!Make sure to follow the podcast for a new episode every Tuesday!

This week you get two for the price of one: Katie is joined by her long-lost twin (four years apart), Morgan Timblin for an entertaining episode. Morgan explains her experiences as a figure skater on Team USA and meeting her lifelong “trio” of best friends. The two discuss canon events, senior superlatives, and everything in between. This episode also focuses on the transition from high school to college. As always, the episode ends with a hot take section, where the differences between the two become apparent. Enjoy, homies!**sent with robot voice**For show information or updates follow the Instagram: @sentwithemphasis

This episode is sent to you with emphasis...This week Katie is joined by her brother, Jake Baker, and their cousin, Josh Bakken, as the three unpack topics ranging from their childhood and Will Ferrell movies to Disney and the Titanic. The most randomly opinionated episode yet, you're guaranteed to hear a take you haven't considered before. This episode includes a new 'how do you feel about...' segment and, as always, concludes with a 'hot take' section. You don't want to miss this one - listen now!For information & updates on the show, follow the Instagram: @sentwithemphasis

Whether you’re a young professional looking for motivation, or a girl looking for Pinterest inspiration, this is an episode for you! From tattoos and pop culture to athletes and situationships, this conversation is all about owning who you are (and keeping your roster full). This week Katie is joined by Hailey Rohlinger, an accomplished sports marketing professional discussing life as a 20-something-year-old living in the city. Hailey covers being surrounded by athletes, working in a fast-paced industry, and embracing all the “basic” parts of being a female.As always, the episode ends with a hot take section (with mediocre audio due to the delusional state of mind the two were in). Enjoy, homies!For show updates & information follow the Instagram: @sentwithemphasis

Is anything fully original anymore? Is everything just an updated version of what has already been created? Is creativity gone?These are the answers Katie looks to solve in this week's solo episode. Katie sparks a conversation about the overwhelming thought of new music, style, and products being created, and the fine line between copying someone’s work versus being inspired by it. She goes through reasons why originality seems to be lost in today’s generation, how each of us interprets creation differently, and why everything is a product of inspiration. The episode ends with a hot take section. For show updates and information, follow the Instagram: @sentwithemphasis

Solo episode this week! Katie decides to slow things down and talk about five things she has recently incorporated into her life. These are not large or life-changing things, just simply products and hacks to share with you all. This will be a new segment that Katie will occasionally feature, taking a break to update the audience on the niche products she’s currently loving. And as always, the episode ends with hot takes. To stay updated with the show or request episode topics, follow the Instagram: @sentwithemphasis.

This week, Katie is joined by Olivia Schmitz (“Schitty”) as the two discuss the balance between healthy eating habits and maintaining a social life. The episode embodies the theme behind Sent with Emphasis, emphasizing the importance of living your life fully while being intentional about your lifestyle. Olivia shares her personal health journey and how it influenced her studies in nutritional sciences and holistic health. She offers advice for adopting healthier eating habits and tips for those who feel bloated after eating. The two preach about individuality and making choices that prioritize your body over social media trends. And, of course, they emphasize the importance of preserving mental health and the desire to go out and have fun. The episode ends with a hot take section. Enjoy, homies!Disclaimer: Olivia Schmitz does not hold professional certification, and her perspectives are based on personal experience, intended solely for informational purposes.For show updates, follow the Instagram: @sentwithemphasis

The time is right for you to listen to this episode. This week, Katie covers how timing is everything. But how do you know when the timing is right? Why is it so hard to trust and let go? When will you know if something is meant to be? These are questions that Katie discusses throughout this episode. Trusting in what is to come is hard, but forcing things that aren’t meant to be is harder. As always, the episode ends with a hot take. Trust your own timing & play the Sent with Emphasis podcast now. Enjoy, homies!For all updates & information follow the Instagram: @sentwithemphasis

Solo episode this week! Join Katie as she discusses a very important topic that we all struggle with: comparison. Comparison is the thief of joy and allows each of us to lose our appreciation for what we have. Katie starts the episode by explaining why we compare ourselves to others and how it is human nature to do so. She continues to explain why it is unhealthy, how it creates negative outcomes, and the importance of assessing our own strengths and feeling secure in who we are. By giving unique tips, advice, and anecdotes, Katie dives into why comparing ourselves to others will only tear us down. The episode ends with a related hot take section. Enjoy, homies!- Sent with Emphasis

This week, Katie is joined by a very special guest, The Astronomers. The Astronomers are an alternative pop band that provide a versatile musical palette, a captivating sound, and a rapidly growing fanbase. For the first part of the episode, Katie talks with band members Michael Stensland and Ben Baker, the two lead “Astronomers” on the creation of the band, their experiences as independent artists, and the band’s overall success. The second part of the episode includes band members, Josh Guy and Isaac Holzmann, as the four members discuss touring and life on the road. This episode covers topics ranging from pursuing a music career, finding your own sound, and of course, ends with a hot take section. Enjoy, homies!Check out the Astronomers: https://www.theastronomersmusic.com/

Summer has finally arrived and Katie is here to share all of the secrets on how to live your best (or "hot girl") summer. Katie starts with a weekend recap & a life update. Then she discusses how to romanticize your days and implement new habits while leaving room to be spontaneous. Add this episode to your summer playlist & get right into enjoying the warm days! As always, the episode ends with hot takes. Enjoy, homies!MERCH IS HERE: https://sent-with-emphasis.myshopify.com/

After a week off, Sent with Emphasis is back! In the highly anticipated episode, Katie reflects on her crazy past few weeks and how quickly life has flown by. She uses this episode to discuss coping and taking advantage of every stage of life before it is too late. Drawing from different perspectives of advice, Katie ultimately advises all to seek moments of simplicity while embracing the thrill of life. As always, the episode ends with a hot take section. Enjoy, homies!MERCH IS HERE! Buy yours today: https://sent-with-emphasis.myshopify.com/

For a Mother’s Day special, this week Katie is joined by her mom, Jenny Baker, to give all listeners some “motherly advice.” Jenny answers the hard-hitting questions on relationships, soulmates, self-growth, and parenting. She also shares lessons she learned from her own mother and advice for those with a severed or nonexistent relationship with a mother figure. Lastly, she discusses her hot takes and a few of her favorite stories from nights out. Go wish your mom a happy Mother’s Day, homies!MERCH IS HERE! BUY YOURS NOW: https://sent-with-emphasis.myshopify.com/

Instagram has become a way to manipulate how others perceive you. This week, Katie is joined by Lucy Reed, and the two discuss why people post on Instagram and the articulated “aesthetics” that go into it. They address why Instagram is fake, when it becomes toxic, and why most things you see are posted with intention. As always, the episode ends with a hot take section. Enjoy, homies!MERCH IS HERE! Buy yours now: https://sent-with-emphasis.myshopify.com/

Solo episode this week! Overthinking: we all do it, and it's hard to stop. In this episode, Katie discusses all the reasons why we continuously overthink (fear of negative outcomes, decision-making, outside opinions, etc.). She explains why overthinking is a killer of happiness and how to stop it. As always, the episode ends with a hot take. Enjoy, homies!MERCH IS HERE! Buy yours now: https://sent-with-emphasis.myshopify.com/

Are you not sure what you want to do with your life? Are you sick of being asked, “so, what’s next for you?” This week Katie is here to emphasize that that is okay. No matter what stage of life you are in, there are always points of uncertainty. Society continually puts pressure on us to have a plan, but what works for somebody else, may not work for you. Katie discusses the unknown she is facing currently as a graduating senior and encourages all to stop rushing to grow up. As always, the episode ends with a hot take section. Enjoy, homies!MERCH IS HERE! Buy yours now: https://sent-with-emphasis.myshopify.com/

This week, all bets are off as Anthony Grebe and Steve Braatz join Katie on the Sent with Emphasis podcast. The three cover the spread and discuss topics ranging from drinking etiquette and college stories to gambling advice and the worst states to live in. Important questions are asked, monumental stories are revealed, and the two are ‘all in’ on giving their opinions. As always, the episode ends with a hot take section. So fill up your cup, roll the dice, and join us for some drinks after work. Enjoy, homies!MERCH IS HERE! Buy yours now: https://sent-with-emphasis.myshopify.com/

Everyone talks about the importance of letting go, but no one talks about when to do it. This week, Katie uses a solo episode to offer fresh perspective on when to know it is time to let go and move on from relationships, friendships, situations, jobs, etc. She debunks commonly given advice, discusses the importance of making sacrifices, and explains why you need to respect yourself enough to walk away. This episode is useful for anyone & everyone seeking change or in a situation they need to re-consider. As always, the episode ends with a hot take. Enjoy homies!Keep an eye out for merch dropping this week!