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Morning Waltz with Alisa Walters
Hosted by Alisa Walters · ENGLISH
Morning Waltz is a weekly podcast that holds space for honest conversations with women who are reshaping the narrative—around identity, healing, power, and purpose. Hosted by Alisa Walters, a 40-something former casting producer turned podcast host, each episode invites you to slow down, speak up, and explore the beautiful tension between vulnerability and strength. Equal parts funny, raw, and deeply relatable, Morning Waltz is the conversation you wish you had last night over wine (but now you’re having it over coffee).
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Morning Waltz - The Split: Reclaiming Yourself After Divorce with Laila Aitken
Mar 2300:50:35Tap to summarizeThis week, I’m sitting down with Laila Aitken, a divorce coach based in Los Angeles, to talk about what divorce really looks and feels like.We get into the emotional rollercoaster, the overthinking, the identity shift—and how to start trusting yourself again when everything feels uncertain. Laila shares how her own experience shaped the work she does today, helping women move through separation with more clarity, confidence, and calm.If you’re in it, coming out of it, or questioning a relationship, this conversation will make you feel a lot less alone.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz - Renovating in Public: A Conversation with Nicole Moering
Mar 1600:41:10Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we talk with Nicole Moering, the creator behind the popular Instagram account “Nicole Likes Cake.” Nicole has built a devoted following of nearly 30,000 people by documenting the renovation of her historic home in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia.What began as sharing updates with friends has grown into a widely followed restoration journey, as Nicole takes her audience behind the scenes of bringing an older property back to life. From unexpected construction challenges to design choices and the realities of renovating a historic house, her honest and detailed updates have captured the attention of homeowners, design enthusiasts, and renovation fans alike.In our conversation, Nicole shares the story behind the home, why she decided to take on such an ambitious project, and what it’s really like to renovate a historic property while thousands of people follow along online.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-From Miss Philadelphia to Soft Girl Coach: Tynecia Wilson’s Path to Empowerment
Mar 1100:30:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Morning Waltz, Alisa sits down with Tynecia Wilson, an educator, advocate, former Miss Philadelphia, and self-described soft girl coach who is helping women rethink what strength and success look like.With a background in educational leadership and advocacy, Tynecia has spent years working in spaces dedicated to growth, empowerment, and community impact. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish Language and Literature from Temple University and a Master’s in Advocacy and Organizational Development, bringing both academic insight and lived experience to her work.In this conversation, Tynecia shares how embracing a “soft girl” mindset doesn’t mean being passive—it means prioritizing self-worth, boundaries, and intentional living. Together, Alisa and Tynecia explore the intersection of ambition, femininity, and advocacy, and what it looks like for women to lead from a place of alignment rather than burnout.This episode is about reclaiming softness as a form of power.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-Built From Scratch: The Philly PR Girl Story
Mar 200:36:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Kate Marlys, founder of Philly PR Girl, to talk about what it really takes to build a bold, buzzworthy brand. Kate shares her journey from Philly roots to launching her own public relations agency, the power of authentic storytelling, and how women can advocate for themselves in business. We dive into entrepreneurship, confidence, and the grit it takes to bet on yourself.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-Late Bloomer: A Conversation with Allora Dannon Campbell
Feb 500:55:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Morning Waltz, I’m joined by Allora Dannon Campbell for a conversation about being a late bloomer, redefining timelines, and learning to trust your own unfolding. We talk about growth, self-acceptance, and what it means to meet yourself where you are.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-Gender, Work, and the Data Behind Our Choices: A Conversation with Dr. Corinne Low
Jan 2800:44:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Morning Waltz, I’m joined by Dr. Corinne Low, Associate Professor at Wharton and author of Having It All. We explore what the data really tells us about women’s lives—work, family, ambition, and the trade-offs we’re often told don’t exist.Dr. Low brings an honest, evidence-based perspective to questions around gender, power, and choice, challenging common narratives about success and fulfillment. This conversation offers a fresh way to think about “having it all” and what building a meaningful life actually looks like.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-Advocating for Yourself: A Conversation with Disability Attorney Ashley Jacobson
Jan 1900:48:32Tap to summarizeAlisa welcomes Ashley B. Jacobson — a disability rights attorney, counselor, and lifelong advocate who’s turning hard-earned experience into powerful change. Ashley, who lives with a physical disability herself, shares how she built a legal and consulting career dedicated to empowering people with disabilities, breaking down barriers in workplaces, schools, and the justice system, and challenging the misconceptions that keep far too many from accessing their rights and supports.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-Kanoa Greene: Adventure is for Every BODY
Jan 400:42:11Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we talk with Kanoa Greene — body-positive fitness trainer, outdoor adventurer, and founder of NAKOA Adventure. Kanoa shares how she’s redefining strength, confidence, and what it means to belong in outdoor spaces. From challenging limiting beliefs to creating inclusive adventure experiences for all bodies, this conversation is an inspiring reminder that adventure doesn’t have one look.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-The STFU Girl: Andrea Tamasi on Mental Health, Movement & Not Giving a F*ck
Dec 1600:31:09Tap to summarizeAndrea Tamasi, known online as the STFU Girl, has captured hearts with her raw honesty and fearless content. In this episode, she opens up about her journey with mental health, movement, and body image, sharing how vulnerability has become her superpower. From navigating social media pressures to embracing authenticity in every post, Andrea offers an inspiring look at the challenges and triumphs of being real in a world that often demands perfection.
Transcribe →Morning Waltz-The Kush Queen: Olivia Sawyer on Pioneering in Cannabis
Dec 800:46:07Tap to summarizeOlivia Sawyer, famously known as the Kush Queen, shares her journey as one of the early female pioneers in the cannabis industry. From breaking barriers in a male-dominated space to building a legacy in the world of cannabis, Olivia opens up about the challenges, triumphs, and the future of women in the industry.
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