Above Average
Welcome to Above Average. For the women who want the career, the family, the marriage, AND the personal goals...
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I Knew Something Was Wrong”: Cancer During Pregnancy & Fighting for Answers (opens the original)
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When Gabby began experiencing concerning symptoms at six months pregnant with her third baby, she knew something wasn’t right. What followed was a long and frustrating journey of appointments, questions, and searching for answers before she finally received a diagnosis that would change everything: cancer, with a mass in her colon and lesions on her liver. In this episode of Above Average, Gabby shares what it was like navigating a life-altering diagnosis while becoming a mother of three, underg
Beyond Beauty: Niki Metz on Celebrity Makeup, Breast Cancer & Finding Her Purpose (opens the original)
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Celebrity makeup artist Niki Metz has built a career in beauty that has taken her from working with names like Tori Spelling and Diane von Furstenberg to Paris and New York Fashion Week—but her story goes far beyond what happens in the makeup chair. In this episode of Above Average, Niki sits down with Lorissa to talk about her decades in the beauty industry, the lessons she's learned working at the highest levels of fashion and entertainment, and the next chapter of her career: opening NEOS Ate
Shayne Lamas on Growing Up in Hollywood, Marrying a Stranger & Choosing Motherhood (opens the original)
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Shayne Lamas has spent nearly her entire life in the spotlight. The daughter of Hollywood icon Lorenzo Lamas, she grew up surrounded by fame, went on to win The Bachelor, starred in reality television, and lived a life that—from the outside—looked quintessentially Hollywood. But there is so much more to Shayne’s story. In this episode of Above Average, Shayne opens up about what it was really like growing up in a famous family, being up for the role of Serena van der Woodsen on Gossip Girl along
What does a forensic psychologist notice that the rest of us miss? With Dr.Leslie (opens the original)
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In this episode of Above Average , Lorissa sits down with forensic psychologist Dr. Leslie Dobson for an eye-opening conversation about criminal behavior, manipulation, online predators, social media, and what parents need to understand about the digital world their children are growing up in. Dr. Leslie brings her experience working within the criminal justice system to break down how predators think, how seemingly innocent online behavior can create vulnerabilities, and why awareness — rather
Change your Wardrobe, Reset Your Nervous System with Chellie Carlson (opens the original)
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What if your wardrobe was one of the most overlooked tools for improving your confidence, regulating your nervous system, and helping you achieve your goals? In this episode, Lorissa sits down with Chellie Carlson, stylist and image consultant, to discuss the powerful connection between personal style and personal growth. Together, they explore how dressing with intention can change the way you feel, how others perceive you, and ultimately how you show up in every area of your life. Whether you'
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