The In-Between Podcast with Kassidy Lynne Social

Hey everyone! Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! I'm so excited to have Katheryn Harter back on the show - she was one of my very first guests and one of my most downloaded episodes ever! Katheryn is the founder of Balunz by Kat and her brand new venture, With Love, Kat, a full-service event planning company. She's a wife, mom to two littles, and honestly one of my greatest friends who's taught me so much about life and business. In this episode, we dive into how Katheryn went from balloons to full event planning, the reality of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, and why she's never downplaying her prices again. We talk about her viral Galentine's client appreciation events, why celebrating every moment matters, and the real truth about work-life balance (spoiler: it doesn't exist). Katheryn gets incredibly honest about the sacrifices, the trade-offs, and why saying no has become her superpower. If you're a mom trying to build something or just need a reminder that you can't be everywhere all the time, this conversation is for you!
What You'll Hear:
Kat's journey from Balloons by Cat to Events With Love Cat
How motherhood changed the way she runs her business
Why she stopped downplaying her prices and started valuing her time
The moment a client's trust gave her the confidence to go all in
Balancing two kids, two businesses, and staying sane
Her incredible Galentine's client appreciation events
Why celebrating life's moments (big and small) matters so much
The truth about work-life balance as a mom entrepreneur
Learning to say no and setting boundaries
Building genuine relationships with clients beyond transactions
Advice for parents building businesses while raising kids
Connect with Kat:
@balunzbykat | @eventswithlove.kat
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen

Hey everyone! Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today we're diving into why motivation is overrated and discipline is actually the secret sauce to everything you want in life. Let's be real - motivation is that exciting high that gets you pumped about running a 5K or starting a business, but then your friend invites you to California and suddenly that laptop stays closed forever. Sound familiar? I'm breaking down why discipline is different - it's a contract with yourself, it's about integrity, and it's what separates the businesses that make it past five years from those that don't. We'll talk about building habits that stick, creating systems over relying on feelings, and why showing up even when you don't feel like it builds unstoppable momentum. Plus, I'm sharing Ed Mylett's powerful story about his dad's sobriety that completely changed how I think about commitment. If you're tired of starting things you never finish, this episode is your wake-up call!
 
What You'll Hear:
Why motivation is fleeting and discipline is forever
The difference between emotional highs and habitual consistency
How to build small routines that actually stick
Creating systems instead of relying on feelings
The 5-minute rule for getting started when you don't want to
How discipline builds momentum and self-trust
Ed Mylett's powerful story about his dad's sobriety
One actionable challenge to build discipline starting today
Why showing up is half the battle
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today I'm so pumped to be chatting with Gianni Bianco - certified personal trainer, founder of GB Wellness, and creator of the She Girls Club here in Las Vegas. Gianni takes a psychological approach to fitness with the belief that health starts in your mind and the body will follow, which I absolutely love. We dive into her incredible journey from bodybuilding competitor at 18 to building a thriving coaching business focused on sustainable, enjoyable fitness. Gianni gets real about the mental battles of extreme dieting, why slow and steady wins the race, and how she's creating a supportive women-only fitness community. We also talk macro tracking, overcoming imposter syndrome as a trainer, and why saying no is actually a superpower. If you're navigating your own fitness journey or just need a reminder that progress doesn't have to look perfect, this conversation is for you!
 
What You'll Hear:
Gianni's journey from bodybuilding to sustainable fitness
The psychological approach to health and wellness
Why extreme diets aren't sustainable (and what is)
Understanding macro tracking and when it's helpful
Building the She Girls Club community in Las Vegas
Overcoming imposter syndrome as a fitness professional
Finding movement you actually enjoy
The importance of fueling your body properly
Navigating the ebbs and flows of fitness motivation
Setting boundaries and the power of saying no
Why therapy changed everything for Gianni's mindset
Supporting clients through life's in-between moments
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Connect with Gianni: 
@_giannibianco | @she.clublv | website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Hey everyone! Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today I'm diving into a solo episode about overnight success - is it even real, and should you be chasing it? Spoiler alert: it's probably not what you think. I'm getting honest about why my brain just doesn't work that way and why I've learned to value slow, sustainable growth over quick wins. We'll talk about what's really happening behind those "I made six figures in 30 days" posts, why virality isn't always the blessing it seems, and how focusing on consistency, learning, and resilience will actually build the longevity you're looking for. If you've ever felt discouraged seeing everyone else's overnight success while you're grinding it out day by day, this episode is for you!
 
What You'll Hear:
Why overnight success is rarely what it seems
The hidden work behind viral moments
Why slow, sustainable growth might be your superpower
The downsides of going viral and scaling too fast
Focusing on consistency, learning, and resilience over luck
How to stop comparing yourself to Instagram success stories
Building momentum through consistent daily effort
Why your pace is perfectly okay
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Hey everyone! Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today I'm sitting down with Alyson McCarthy - CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas. Before leading this incredible organization, Alyson spent 22 years as a television news anchor and investigative reporter. We're diving into her gutsy career pivot from the newsroom to nonprofit, what broke her during those final years in TV, and how she's building a culture of compassion and self-care at RMHC. We also talk about the misconceptions people have about Ronald McDonald House, what families actually experience there, and why taking care of your team is the real measure of success.
 
What You'll Hear:
How RMHC operates independently from McDonald's corporate (and where funding really comes from)
The biggest misconceptions about Ronald McDonald House
Why it's not sad to work there - it's actually full of light and hope
The new house designed for larger families with longer stays
Alyson's breaking point after 22 years in TV news
The "if it bleeds it leads" culture that led to her burnout
How she quit without another job lined up (and what happened next)
Divine intervention: the Nevada Donor Network opportunity
Getting the call back to RMHC after initially turning it down
Her husband's belief in her when she didn't believe in herself
Why success isn't about raising $3 million - it's about taking care of your team first
The power of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in leadership
Why we need to retrain ourselves not to "give until it hurts"
Living in the gray and messy in-between moments
Her advice: Stop pretending you're not evolving as a person
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Connect with Alyson: 
LinkedIn | Website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Please note: We experienced some technical difficulties during this recording, so the audio quality isn't our usual standard. We apologize for any interruptions or sound issues - we hope you can still enjoy the conversation!
 
Hey everyone! Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today I'm sharing four crucial lessons I wish I knew before becoming an entrepreneur. After almost four and a half years of building my social media business, countless pivots, and learning literally everything on the fly, I'm breaking down what actually makes it or breaks it in the entrepreneurial world - and spoiler alert: it's not what you think.
 
What You'll Hear:
Why entrepreneurship is messy and unpredictable (and how to make peace with it)
The financial reality of building a business - why I don't make what I could in corporate
Expect the unexpected: setbacks, pivots, and learning on the fly
The story of how I said yes to creative directing without ever doing it before
Why self-awareness is more important than skills or degrees
Taking ownership instead of playing the victim
How to use your personality tests and self-knowledge to run your business
Community is everything - you can't build alone
Finding your people: other entrepreneurs, masterminds, work dates
Why celebrating wins is easier (and better) now than year one
The three things you need: grit, resilience, and self-awareness
Why discipline outlives motivation every single time
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today I'm sitting down with Sarah Bolor - a licensed clinical social worker, trauma-informed therapist, and founder of Say It Mental Health. Sarah specializes in working with high-achieving women who are stuck in overdrive, struggling with people-pleasing, boundaries, and the constant pressure to do it all. We're getting real about why the culture of "having it all" is exhausting, what's actually costing you when you say yes to everything, and practical strategies to reclaim your peace.
 
What You'll Hear:
Why Sarah went from not wanting to be a therapist to finding her ideal client
The high-achieving woman avatar - what people-pleasing actually looks like
How our culture taught us to always be available and supportive
The hidden costs of doing it all - physical and emotional symptoms
Practical strategies for setting boundaries that actually stick
How to have the conversation with your partner about mental load
Talking to kids about emotions and modeling healthy regulation
Why "balance" is a word Sarah refuses to use
The toxic relationship with to-do lists and productivity
Achievement culture and separating your worth from what you do
Toxic positivity, armchair diagnosis on social media, and AI limitations in therapy
Real talk about what you can't get from ChatGPT that therapy provides
Her biggest piece of advice for anyone in transition
Key Takeaway: Invest in yourself - whether that's therapy, your health, or discovering who you are in this current season - so you can live a life with the most joy, fulfillment, and peace.
 
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Connect with Sarah: 
@sayitmentalhealth  | Website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Hey everyone! Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today I'm coming at you with a solo episode about something we all chase but can never quite catch - balance. Spoiler alert: I don't think it exists, and I'm here to tell you why that's actually a good thing. I'm breaking down why the perfect symmetry we're all striving for is a lie, how to think about balance as a scale that tips back and forth instead of a static goal, and practical ways to stop feeling guilty about what's "out of balance" in your life right now.
 
What You'll Hear:
Why balance is unachievable (and that's okay!)
The lie that entrepreneurship gives you more time freedom
Visualizing balance as a scale that tips, not perfect symmetry
Being present where your feet are and focusing on energy alignment
Understanding and accepting the seasons of your life
Why something always feels like it's on the uphill or downhill
Color coding your calendar to see where your time actually goes
The power of reflection: what went well and what needs more attention
Putting down your devices to be truly present
How 30 minutes of intentional time beats 8 hours of distracted attention
Letting go of guilt and adjusting instead of maintaining perfection
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Today, I'm sitting down with my friend Brooke - founder of Brooke BriAnn Events and a returning guest from season one! Brooke's father, a Las Vegas police sergeant, was killed in the line of duty when she was just 15. Today we're diving into how trauma shows up 20 years later, the reality of healing through different stages of life, and how she's built a thriving wedding planning business while learning when to say no.
 
What You'll Hear:
How grief shows up two decades later in unexpected moments
Different healing modalities - talk therapy, EMDR, premarital counseling, and hot yoga
Why premarital counseling transformed her marriage
The eldest daughter + trauma combo and being programmed to never quit
Going from 26 weddings a year down to 8 intentional ones
The turning point: realizing she wasn't excited driving to a wedding anymore
Choosing to stay solo instead of building a big company
Pricing based on value and experience, not desperation
Communication strategies when you've hit max capacity
Teaching boundaries to your kids and partner
The power of just keeping moving forward
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Connect with Brooke: 
@brookebriannevents | @Brookebwaugh |  Website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Hey everyone! Welcome to season four of The In-Between podcast! Today I'm getting real about something that's been on my mind: why I was burning myself out trying to run my business like a dude. Seriously though - I'm talking about how most business advice out there is designed by men, for men, and why that just doesn't work for those of us with fluctuating hormones and a completely different energy system.
 
What You'll Hear:
Why I finally ditched the "hustle and grind" mentality
The testosterone vs. menstrual cycle energy difference (it's wild, y'all)
How I stopped forcing myself into the 8-5 workday box
Learning to work WITH my cycle instead of fighting it
Why imposter syndrome hits us differently as women in business
My approach: magnetic energy vs. my boyfriend's bulldozing strategy (both work!)
The juggling act of running a business while managing everything else
The question that changed everything: Do I even LIKE how I'm running my business?
Why getting curious about alignment beats copying what everyone else does
 
Let's Connect:
@inbetweenconvos | @kassidy.owen
Kassidy Lynne Socials:
@kassidylynnesocials | website
 
Produced by: Podcast & Co.