Kellie Gerardi joins Real Pod! Kellie is a bioastronautics researcher, a trailblazing astronaut, and one of the first 100 women to fly to space. She’s here to talk about her incredible journey—both in orbit and on Earth—as she prepares for her second spaceflight while navigating pregnancy after a years-long battle with infertility. Kellie opens up about her IVF experience, the emotional toll of multiple miscarriages, and how she found resilience in the unknown. She also shares her perspective on perfectionism, body image, and why seeing Earth from space completely changed her outlook on life. Plus, we get into relationships, boundaries, and how she and her husband support each other’s ambitions while staying true to themselves. This episode is full of powerful insights on chasing big dreams, trusting the process, and embracing the perspective that nothing matters—in the best way possible. Tune in for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation you won’t forget!

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Victoria is back and into diving into all things Maid of Honor! After being a bride, bridesmaid, and now a Maid of Honor, Victoria shares her ultimate guide to slaying this role and making your best friend's big day unforgettable. From planning the bachelorette party of dreams (hello, Excel spreadsheets!) to handling tricky conversations about budgets and expectations, Victoria gets real about the joy, pressure, and privilege of supporting your BFF. She also dishes out tips for dress shopping, giving a killer wedding speech, and keeping your cool under pressure. Whether you're in a bridal party or just love heartfelt stories of friendship, this episode is packed with advice, laughs, and inspiration. Tune in to hear Victoria’s take on showing up for the people you love most!

Episodes from Vic’s Bridal Era:

Why I’m Not “Shedding for the Wedding”

Comfort for the Anxious Bride!

I’m Engaged!!!!

WE GOT MARRIED

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Victoria and Max are getting real about one of the biggest questions in their marriage: are we ready for kids? From funny moments (like a surprise pregnancy test freak-out) to deep conversations about how parenting might change their lives, they’re diving into it all. They chat about their timelines for starting a family, hilarious baby name debates, and how they imagine their parenting styles. Vic gets vulnerable about balancing her career with motherhood and shares her thoughts on the fears sparked by TikTok’s “real talk” on parenting, while Max opens up about how his own childhood inspires the dad he hopes to be. It’s an honest, raw, and funny convo about what’s next for them—don’t miss it!

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