Episodes
Ep 181: Cameron Forbes – Founder of Forbes Function- Power of Networking – Realities of Starting Her Own Business and Working in the Events Industry
This week’s episode features Cameron Forbes, the founder of Forbes Function, a boutique event planning company curating memorable experiences for bold brands and party people alike. We talk about...
Ep 180: Hannah Masi Helwani – Actress and Model from LA – Navigating Pregnancy and Embracing The New Chapters Ahead – Finding Her Place in New York
This episode features actress and model from LA, Hannah Masi Helwani. We discuss the below topics including: Opening up about finding her place in New York and finding the...
Ep 179: LeAura Luciano – Opening up about her Mental Health – NYC and Anxiety- Skincare Routine-
We have our first repeating guest of The City Confessions and it’s LeAura Luciano, who is a journalist, writer, content creator and host of the podcast, What’s Your Skincare...
Ep 178: Mariann Yip- Confession Regarding a NYC Event Incident- Power of Emotions – Letting go of Past
This solo episode is a confession regarding an incident that happened in a NYC event. Mariann Yip talks about her embarrassing outburst at a meditation session, the power of...
Ep 177: Cyndi Ramirez- Founder of Chillhouse- Creating a third place in the Spa Industry- Making Self Care Affordable and Inviting- Balancing Motherhood and Career
This episode features Cyndi Ramirez, the Founder of self care brand, Chillhouse. We talk about her background with NYC, how the idea of Chillhouse came to be and her...
Flor Pereira- NYC Based Latin Creator – Moving from Argentina and Embracing Life Risks and New Chapters- Transitioning into Motherhood and Embracing Hard Times – Opening up about being Introvert
This week’s guest is Flor Pereira, a NYC based latin creator. She recalls her move from Argentina, switching careers and uprooting her life. Other topics we discuss include: Moving...
Ep 175: Carleigh Ferrante- Host of Mostly Balanced Podcast- Being Intentional With Dating – Holistic Perspective on Life and Relationships- Why she launched a Digital Planner
This week’s guest is Carleigh Ferrante, who is a NYC-based writer and editor and the host of Mostly Balanced Podcast. She covers all things dating, relationships, and wellness. The...
Ep 173: Welcoming Season 10 of The City Confessions- Celebrating First Year as a Mother- Biggest Five Life Lessons- Friendship/ Relationship Changes- Don’t take things personally- Release Control
This is the first episode of Season 10 and I am so happy to be back. I talk about my first year as a mother and the lessons I've...
Ep 174: Kimberly Fisher- Professional Freelance Travel Writer- Embracing All Situations and the Unknown- Power of Mindfulness and Mindset – Surrounding Your Circle with Positive People and Energy
This week's guest is Kimberly Fisher, who is a professional freelance travel writer, blogger, journalist, and on-camera host. In this episode, we discuss the below topics: – Relationship with...
Ep 172: Solo Episode Closing out Season 9: 2023 Recap, Opening up about Anxiety Attacks, Relationship Difficulties and Mental Health- Word of the Year 2024 ALIGN
This episode is a solo one from yours truly, wrapping up season 9. I share some life updates, reflections on 2023 and my confessions from my personal life. Other...
Ep 171: Donna Kim- Lessons from Working in Media and Publishing – Prioritizing Health Over Work – New York City Confessions Regarding Chopped Cheese and Subway vs. Uber
We are wrapping up Season 9 with Donna Kim, a New York-based creative social consultant and writer. In this week’s episode we discuss the below topics: Working in media,...
Ep 170: Founders of LINES – Jiwon Ra and Crystal Pfeifer – Starting a Tattoo Fashion Business from a Mentor Mentee Relationship – Destigmatizing Tattoos and Creating a Safe Inclusive Space
Today we are joined by the founders of LINES, Jiwon Ra and Crystal Pfeifer. LINES is Tattoo and Fashion Atelier that offers wellness spa services, fashion products, education, and...
Ep 169: Rebeka Getty- Founder of NYC for Free- Building a Social Media Community- Making her Hobby into a Career- All things Social Media
This week's guest is Rebeka Getty, who is the founder of NYC for FREE, New York City's go-to source for events, pop-ups, local giveaways, free things to do in...
Ep 168: Emily Brickel Edelson- CoFounder of Chic Sketch- Finding her passion for Fashion Illustration- Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
This week’s guest features Emily Brickel Edelson, who is a new mom, Entrepreneur, Co-Founder of Chic Sketch, published Fashion Illustrator, Speaker and Author of the book Sketch and Go:...
Ep 167: Ali Jackson, Erica Spera (cohosts of Finding Mr Height Podcast)- Greatest Breakup Lesson- Dating men in NYC
Today’s guests are dating coach Ali Jackson stand up comedian Erica Spera, both co hosts of Finding Mr. Height podcast, where they bring you their positive and practical dating...
Ep 166: Mila Magazhanova- Career Switch from Paralegal to Russian Gel- Power of Manifestation, Vision Boards, and Meditation – Social Media’s Role in Business
This week’s guest is Mila Magazhanova, the owner of Kerbez beauty bar, which specializes in Russian Gel manicures in NYC. We sit down to talk about her incredible story...
Ep 165: Lily Ravas- Realities of Being a Working Mom- Balancing Personal and Professional life- Struggles with Motherhood Pressure, Comparison and Expectations
We are starting off Season 9 with Lily Ravas, a fashion brand strategist based in NYC. We talk about her journey to NYC from Europe and how she’s established...
Ep 164: Solo Episode Welcoming Season 9 – Life Updates – Traumatic Birth Story – Fourth Trimester Pregnancy – Transition into Motherhood
I am back with Season 9 of The City Confessions and this is a solo episode from yours truly. I give my life updates where I discuss the the...
Ep 182: Solo Episode- Confession about Losing Myself and 5 Lessons to Get My Life Back on Track
This episode is a solo one featuring your host, Mariann Yip. She confesses that she has recently lost herself and is finding her way back. She shares five lessons...