Life with Marianna

Do you have a side hustle or dream of turning your passion into a full-time job? Katlin Smith, the founder of Simple Mills, transformed her health by eliminating processed foods and embracing whole foods. This change not only revolutionized her well-being but also inspired her to create healthier baking mixes using nutrient-dense ingredients. Despite having no formal baking training, her experimentation led to success. Discover the determination behind getting Simple Mills into Whole Foods, her insights on risk-taking, and the importance of continuous learning and leadership. Learn about her marketing evolution, personal routines, and the mission to make real food accessible and appealing. Follow Marianna: @marianna_hewitt Follow Simple Mills: @simplemills This episode is brought to you by Simple Mills Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marianna and Lauren reflect on their journey with Summer Fridays over the past five years. They discuss how their team has been an integral part of their success, the early days of starting the business and the moment they knew they had something special. Marianna and Lauren also discuss the importance of community and how they've grown their Summer Fridays community both online and offline. Finally, they touch on the importance of recognizing what they're not good at and bringing in others to help their business thrive. Follow Marianna Follow Lauren Follow Summer Fridays Try Summer Fridays: Jet Lag Mask CC Me Serum Lip Butter Balm Summer Fridays at Sephora This week’s episode is sponsored by: Nez Deodorant: visit nezcare.com and use promo code MARIANNA at checkout for 10% Sakara: 20% off their first order when they go to sakara.com/MARIANNA or use code MARIANNA Macy’s: macys.com/purpose Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jen Atkin, celebrity hairstylist and founder of OUAI, shares all about the early days in her career from assisting to managing a salon - turned business owner. She’s also adding Author to her list of jobs, with her new book Blowing My Way to the Top -- available now. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Crafting content that establishes a connection and resonates with your audience is the key to engaging content. Renowned long-time influencer and content creator Valeria Lipovetsky, shares how she fuses her personal style and authentic storytelling when creating engaging content. She shares how to maintain authenticity while navigating the world of partnerships and sponsored content, how she’s turned her business into a collaborative agency, and some of the biggest lessons she’s learned along the way. Tune in to be inspired by the resilience that drives longevity and the beauty of crafting narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. Follow Marianna: @marianna_hewitt Follow Valeria: @valerialipovetsky This episode is brought to you by: Beis: beistravel.com/MARIANNA for 15% off your first purchase Caraway Health: new members get 30 days free at caraway.health/marianna Clean Simple Eats: CleanSimpleEats.com and code MARIANNA at checkout for 20% off your first order. Westin: Westin hotels Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feeling drained from endless doom scrolling? Do you want to create more joy in your life? In this episode, we sit down with Payton Sartain, host of the popular Note to Self podcast, to explore the art of building a “dopamine menu”—a curated list of activities designed to spark joy and make even the toughest tasks more enjoyable. From quick pick-me-ups like blasting loud country music to immersive experiences like ceramics, Payton shares how this intentional approach to self-care has helped her navigate life’s challenges. We also delve into her journey from launching a lifestyle blog to starting her podcast, embracing change, and managing anxiety. Plus, get a glimpse into her life as part of the WAGS (wives and girlfriends of professional athletes) community as she moves around the country with her MLB player boyfriend. Tune in for insights on living intentionally, embracing change, and creating joy every day. Follow Marianna: @marianna_hewitt Follow Payton: @paytonsartain and listen to Note to Self podcast Ouai: code MARIANNA15 for 15% off your entire purchase at theouai.com Purely Elizabeth: code MARIANNA for 20% off your first purchase at purelyelizabeth.com Nana Jacqueline: code MARIANNA20 for 20% off your first purchase at nanajacqueline.com Biosil: code MARIANNA for 30% off your first purchase at Biosil.beauty Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.