Almost 30

Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik
Almost 30
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    876. How I’m Preparing for Birth + Postpartum Differently with Baby #2

    04/06/2026 | 51 mins.
    In this deeply personal solo episode, Lindsey shares the exact mindset shifts, wellness practices, and daily rituals transforming her second pregnancy experience—and why she’s approaching birth, postpartum + family life differently this time around.

    From hypnobirthing + nervous system healing to conscious partnership, Lindsey shares the practices helping her feel more grounded, connected, and prepared for motherhood the second time around. She also opens up about the lessons + emotional shifts about growing a family.

    If you’ve been feeling anxious about the future or curious about creating a healthier, more supported pregnancy + postpartum experience—this episode is packed with the kind of honest conversations, wellness tools, and emotional insights every woman deserves to hear.

    We also talk about:

    The wellness habits Lindsey swears by for pregnancy + postpartum

    Why nervous system regulation matters during labor

    The foods + supplements supporting fetal brain development

    How pelvic floor therapy changed Lindsey’s understanding of birth

    Why Lindsey switched to a midwife-centered care model

    The emotional reality of preparing for baby #2

    How Lindsey + her husband are protecting their marriage through this transition

    Resources:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindseysimcik/

    Substack: https://momplex.substack.com

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  • Almost 30

    875. What You Aren’t Being Told About Hormones, Heavy Periods + Fatigue

    02/06/2026 | 1h 55 mins.
    Feeling exhausted or disconnected from your body—even when you’re “doing everything right?” K+L sit down with DailyBasis founders Izzy Fischer + Sophie Allen, alongside board-certified OBGYN Christy Evans, for an eye-opening conversation about the hidden health struggles impacting millions of women.

    From eating disorders + chronic stress to hormone imbalances + cycle syncing, they unpack why so many women feel dismissed by the healthcare system—and how understanding your menstrual cycle can completely change the way you approach your health, energy, relationships, and life.

    If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by wellness advice, frustrated by your hormones, or confused about what supplements actually support your body, this episode offers a grounded, empowering approach to women’s health—and will change the way you think about your body for good.

    We also talk about:

    PMDD, hormone imbalance, and severe mood swings

    Why women are chronically exhausted + burnt out

    The connection between body image, control, and eating disorders

    How hormones impact hunger, energy, confidence, and anxiety

    Why women’s health research has historically ignored female biology

    The truth about cycle syncing + wellness obsession

    Iron deficiency, heavy periods, and nutrient depletion

    How understanding your cycle can improve relationships + self-compassion

    Resources:

    Instagram: @dailybasislife

    Website: www.dailybasislife.com 

    Get 50% off your first month with code ALMOST30 at dailybasislife.com, or go directly to dailybasislife.com/ALMOST30.

    Sponsors:

    BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. You don’t have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/almost30.

    Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to https://Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today.

    Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order.

    Hero Bread | Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://hero.co and use code A30POD at checkout.

    The Absorption Company | Start taking supplements your body can actually absorb. Go to https://absorbmore.com and enter ALMOST30 at check out for up to 35% off your first order. 

    To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected].

    Learn More:

    Get your copy of Almost 30, A definitive guide to a life you love for the next decade and beyond. https://almost30.com/book

    Listen to Morning Microdose! A quick trip into higher consciousness - https://almost30.com/morning-microdose

    Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast

    Join our community - https://www.facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups

    Follow:

    https://instagram.com/almost30podcast


    https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast

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  • Almost 30

    874. Turn “Someday” Dreams Into Today’s Reality NOW

    28/05/2026 | 1h 14 mins.
    What happens when the life you worked so hard for no longer feels like your dream? In this deeply honest conversation, author + self-healing expert Yasmine Cheyenne joins Lindsey to unpack burnout, reinvention, and the emotional reality of entering your “comeback era.” 

    Yasmine opens up about the pressure women feel to hold everything together while secretly feeling disconnected. From motherhood and ambition to the weight of comparison and perfectionism, she shares how self-betrayal kept her stuck—and why honesty finally set her free.

    Together, they discuss reconnecting with your younger self + learning how to trust your desires again. Yasmine shares wisdom on boundaries, self-worth + taking small steps toward the life you actually want. This conversation is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to choose yourself.

    We also talk about:

    Reconnecting with your younger self

    Why success can still feel unfulfilling

    Comparison, perfectionism + self-betrayal

    The fear of starting over later in life

    Building self-trust through small daily steps

    Boundaries, honesty + hard conversations

    Grieving old versions of yourself

    Redefining success on your own terms

    Giving yourself permission to choose yourself

    Resources:

    http://yasminecheyenne.com

    http://instagram.com/yasminecheyenne

    https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-comeback-era-yasmine-cheyenne?variant=44065298153506

    https://yasminecheyenne.substack.com/

    Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. 

    Sponsors:

    Ritual | Don’t settle for less than evidence-based support. Save 25% on your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30. 

    BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month.

    Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30.

    Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today.

    Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order.

    Cozy Earth | Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code ALMOST30 for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here!

    To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected].

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    https://almost30.com/book

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    Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro.

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  • Almost 30

    873. The Toxic Side of Wellness Influencer Culture

    26/05/2026 | 48 mins.
    This solo episode with Krista is a raw, unfiltered conversation on body image, wellness culture, and the emotional cost of chasing the “perfect” body. Krista opens up about the toxic side of influencer culture, body shame, and how social media disconnects women from themselves.

    From disordered eating + GLP-1 conversations to nervous system healing + identity work, Krista shares the powerful mindset shifts that helped her stop obsessing over weight + finally feel at home in her body. 

    If you’ve ever compared yourself to others, felt trapped in diet culture, or believed your happiness lived on the other side of being thinner, this episode will change the way you see your body. This is about healing your relationship with yourself, and finally learning how to feel free in your own skin.

    We also talk about:

    The dark side of wellness and “fitspo” culture

    Why many influencers secretly struggle with body image + control

    How social media fuels comparison, insecurity, and perfectionism

    The emotional roots of overeating, restriction, and food obsession

    Why your body holds onto weight when it doesn’t feel safe

    Nervous system healing, trauma responses, and body liberation

    Krista’s personal story with body image, divorce, and healing

    Why diets fail without identity work + self-worth

    How to stop outsourcing your intuition to influencers online

    Building a healthier relationship with food, movement, and yourself

    Resources:

    Instagram: @itskrista

    Website: https://itskrista.com/

    Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. 

    Sponsors:

    Cozy Earth | Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code ALMOST30 for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here! 

    Ritual | Don’t settle for less than evidence-based support. Save 25% on your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30. 

    BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month.

    Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30.

    Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today.

    Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order.

    To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected].

    Learn More:

    https://almost30.com/about

    https://almost30.com/morningmicrodose

    https://almost30.com/book

    Join our community:

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    Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer. 

    Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro. 

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  • Almost 30

    872. How We Built Almost 30 Into a Global Brand

    21/05/2026 | 1h 16 mins.
    In this episode, K+L share what it really takes to create a podcast that lasts. From recording awkward early episodes on a $15 mic to building Almost 30 into a global brand and loyal community, they open up about the behind-the-scenes realities of starting a podcast in 2026.

    They dive into what actually makes a podcast stand out in today’s world, why personality matters more than ever in the age of AI, and how your voice and story become your biggest advantage. If you’ve been waiting to feel “ready” to share your message, this episode is your sign to start.

    K+L also open up about the identity shifts, self-doubt, nervous system regulation, video anxiety, and growing pains that no one talks about. This is your reminder that the people you admire started messy too—and that consistency + connection will always matter more than perfection.

    We also talk about:

    Why most podcasts fail before they ever find momentum

    The importance of finding your unique voice in the AI era

    How to stop obsessing over downloads + focus on mastery

    Why listeners connect more deeply with hosts than guests

    The real reason community-building matters for podcast growth

    How social media + short-form clips drive discoverability in 2026

    The surprising psychology behind “cult-like” podcast communities

    Why interview shows are harder to grow today than solo formats

    The exact mindset shift that helped Almost 30 build a loyal audience for 10 years

    Resources:

    Instagram: @lindseysimcik 

    Instagram: @itskrista 

    Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. 

    Sponsors:

    Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order.

    Cozy Earth | Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code ALMOST30 for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here! 

    Ritual | Don’t settle for less than evidence-based support. Save 25% on your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30. 

    BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month.

    Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30.

    Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today.

    To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected].

    Learn More:

    https://almost30.com/about

    https://almost30.com/morningmicrodose

    https://almost30.com/book

    Join our community:

    https://facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups

    https://instagram.com/almost30podcast

    https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast

    https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast

    Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer. 

    Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro.

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About Almost 30
Welcome to Almost 30—a supportive space to fuel your conscious evolution. Join us, best friends Krista Williams + Lindsey Simcik, for heart-centered, hilarious conversations and raw, impactful interviews with brilliant guests. We dive deep into everything from modern spirituality and health + wellness to self-development, dating, and relationships. With every episode, our mission is to empower you, expand what you think is possible, and make you laugh—a lot. We’re honest, open, and above all, human, learning right alongside you. With millions of listeners around the world, Almost 30 has grown into a highly engaged global community. Now, we are also the authors of Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond—the book we wrote to help you navigate life’s biggest transitions. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday + Thursday! For ad inquiries, please reach out to: [email protected]
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