Be Powerful with Liz & Lee

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71. Snake Handling, World Peace and Expansion…Not Necessarily in That Order Oct 13, 2022

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There is lots going on this season and it all shows up in this episode. We discuss a little bit of everything from studio news to supporting health and one another. Hilliard Studio Method is expanding into Winston-Salem and possibly several other cities as we continue to support and empower women and men. Health and gratitude reign large on our radar this month as we support breast cancer, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Liz's grandson at #TeamCameronGray. We also weigh in on tequila and ranch water, grammar rules, and more, including a PSA on why people should stop having phone conversations in public places. Tune in to hear about all of this including Liz's past history as a Concord Spiderette.

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3 things to note in this episode:

Fitness and Entrepreneurship- Does this sound enticing to you? This is the perfect time to become an entrepreneur and open your own Hilliard Studio Method. Contact us to find out more.
Curious about the Hilliard Studio Method? Try our live streaming classes. We have people from all over the world tuning in to harness their power.
The season of gratitude and philanthropy is here. We are here to support and empower women, men, and their health. Reach out if there is a wellness and health topic you'd like us to cover.

Be Powerful with Liz & Lee, formerly Hilliard Studio Podcast, is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally.

Liz Hilliard is an author, motivational speaker, personal & group trainer, podcast co-host and owner & creator of Hilliard Studio Method (HSM) – an internationally-renowned, core-centric, Pilates-based workout that uses the latest techniques to get the heart rate pumping and sweat dripping – uses "Be Powerful" as a daily mantra to empower and encourage women of all generations and fitness levels to accept themselves as they are and keep moving.

Lee Kennelly is the second half of the podcast and the Director of Training at Hilliard Studio Method. She is happy to be living life unabashedly with Liz and adores her teenage children who have probably never listened to the podcast! Lee is passionate about movement and teaching and loves being on the sports fields watching her children, making her line of Love Sauce salads, or going out to dinner for date night with Liz. While behind the mic and on the screen aren't necessarily her comfort zone, she loves podcasting with Liz and has enjoyed the opportunity to share her story with the hope of inspiring others to live more joyfully.

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70. Messy, Raw, and Real: Digging into Divorce, Raising Teenagers, and Relationships Oct 06, 2022

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Everyone is going through a lot these days and it takes courage to bring it to the surface and start to dig through it. Sometimes this untangling of thoughts and feelings is just what we need to find clarity and strength. In a departure from our usual episodes, Lee and I sit down to have an honest, hard conversation about the struggles of raising teenagers, navigating life as a single mom and finding acceptance in unconventional relationships. Tune in as we get vulnerable discussing fears, strong feelings, and shedding a few tears along the way.

3 Key takeaways from this podcast include:

Being a parent is an emotional time. You'll have worries and doubts at every stage, but all you can do is be the best parent you can.
Be authentic. It is easy to doubt yourself. Choose to engage with the hard work that comes from sifting through your thoughts and feelings to find your true self. Use courage to live as your true self.
A good cry goes a long way. Never underestimate the power of letting those emotions out in order to find the way forward.

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69. We Were on the Tamron Hall Show! NYC Recap Sep 29, 2022

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This has truly been a whirlwind summer of travel and exciting changes for us, and last week was no exception as we flew to NYC to be on the Tamron Hall Show! In this episode, we're sharing all the details of our experience in the city, from being on the show, to our run-in with a hilarious celebrity and our favorite spots in NYC. We're also sharing our thoughts on the autumnal equinox and embracing the opportunity for balance after a super busy season.

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3 key takeaways from our impromptu NYC trip:

At times it feels as if we've shared our love story a million times, but as long as it inspires others to live and love as their most authentic selves, we will continue to tell it.
The entire crew that runs the Tamron Hall show is amazing! Our hair and makeup artists were incredible, the on set crew made us feel so comfortable, and we were in awe watching Tamron herself transition from segment to segment with so much grace. We're so so grateful to have been a small part of the show!
The autumnal equinox is a time of balance: 12 hours of dark and 12 hours of light per day for a few days. It's a time to rest and reestablish your roots as we get ready for the dark winter season, Liz's favorite season for all the cozy vibes.

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68. The Skinny on Anti-Aging: Feeling Fit and Feisty at Any Age! Sep 22, 2022

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Our society is obsessed with staying young but we keep getting older. How does a modern badass woman handle that? Growing older can't be stopped, but understanding our bodies using wisdom and strength is something that Liz (68 years young) has mastered. In this episode, Liz and Lee discuss the way Lee's body is changing at 43 years young and what this means as she creeps closer to menopause. We cover everything from chin hairs to belly fat, why you need to let your vanity run a little wild, and how looking at yourself naked in front of the mirror and loving what you see is key.

Some key takeaways from this week's episode…

If something is hard, then you probably need to do it - whether that is meditation, exercise or using positive self talk.
Moderation is the key to health. You don't need to cut out your favorite snacks or wine but you do need to have less. Try cutting that portion in half. Shave a little bit more off each week.
Listen to what makes your body feel good. Most likely these are things you need to keep doing. If something doesn't make you feel good, like sugar in your coffee or your favorite snack chip, maybe it's time to remove it.

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67. Supperland Owners Jeff Tonidandel & Jamie Brown on Entrepreneurship and Running Top-Tier Restaurants Sep 15, 2022

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Have you ever wondered what goes into owning and operating some of the BEST restaurants in Charlotte? I'd say it's our personal opinion that Supperland is the best, but Bon Appétit agrees, naming Supperland one of the "Best New Restaurants" of 2022! In this episode, we sat down with our friends and restaurateurs Jeff Tonidandel and Jamie Brown of the Tonidandel-Brown Restaurant Group, the minds behind Supperland, Haberdish, and more! We talked about entrepreneurship, how they got into the restaurant business, and their newest dining concept!

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In this episode, we talk about…

How we serendipitously ran into Jeff & Jamie in Rome, Italy (what are the odds??)
The inspiration behind Supperland and reimagining the steakhouse restaurant concept
Jamie & Jeff's passion for salvaging old buildings (Supperland is in an old church building!)
What it was like to be a restaurant owner during the pandemic
Their philosophies around taking great care of people that work for them
How they became restaurateurs after deciding to quit their jobs and travel full time
Their next restaurant endeavor coming soon!

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66. Liz Is Published in the Huffington Post! Why It's Important to Tell Your Story Sep 08, 2022

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Big news!! Liz recently wrote an editorial piece for the Huffington Post, boldly titled "I Was Married to My Husband for 37 Years. Then I Fell In Love With My Best Friend." While you've heard some of this story on the podcast, this article is even more vulnerable and detailed than what she's shared on the show. In this episode, Liz reads an excerpt from the piece and dives into a discussion on why you should share your own truth with the people around you.

Read Liz's article in the Huffington Post here!

Some key takeaways on telling your story are:

If something makes you anxious to share, that's a good sign that you're doing something brave and important. You might be scared of offending someone or saying the wrong thing, but just trying is worth what's on the other side.
When we tell our stories, other people trust us with their own stories. Showing our own authenticity and vulnerability often makes us safe people to be vulnerable with.
Sometimes you need to ask yourself what is more important: what others think of you, or the truth that you're living today? People might not like you or understand you, and that's okay.

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65. How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind Sep 01, 2022

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Climate change. Social injustice. Human rights. Every day we hear more and more news that paints a bleak picture of our futures. We know it's important to stay informed about what's going on in the world while staying on top of our busy personal lives, but how do we do this responsibly without harming our mental health? In this episode, we're sharing how we balance watching and processing the news without letting it consume us entirely.

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Julia Ainsley - Journalist for MSNBC
Andrea Mitchell - Correspondent for MSNBC
David Muir - Anchor on ABC News Tonight

Some key takeaways on staying informed are:

It's really easy to fall into the trap of ignoring the news altogether, or cherry picking the news sources you personally align with or agree with. Both keep us from being fully informed about the events that affect us everyday.
When we go to the polls, a lot of what we're voting on is dependent on what's going on in the news. When we ignore the news, we take a very individualistic approach to voting rather than voting on what will benefit our society as a whole.
Do your best to consume unbiased news sources for a few minutes each day. The news develops quickly and often, but catching the highlights keeps you informed without doom scrolling through the details.

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64. Discovering Yourself & What You Truly Want Out of Life Aug 25, 2022

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This week we're back with a brand new, laid back episode piggybacking off last week's replay of "Living Out Loud." This week we're talking about loving out loud. Loving yourself, loving the people you surround yourself with, and how you can discover who you are and who you want to be. Plus, what we're currently reading and watching!

Some key takeaways from this week's episode:

Try this journaling exercise: write down the three words that you want to describe you and how you show up for yourself and others every day. Then ask yourself, on a scale of 1-10, how are you measuring up to those words currently?
We are often our own worst critic and get in our own way. Next time you find yourself hearing some negative self-talk, think about what someone who really loves you would say to you. They would be kind and encouraging to you, so try to speak that way to yourself as well.
Love out loud! Call the friend you've been meaning to reach out to, be open and proud with your romantic relationships, do the things you've been holding back on doing. Just be authentic and love yourself and others authentically.

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63. Why We're So Open About Our Relationship | Living Out Loud Aug 18, 2022

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We are throwing it back to one of our favorite episodes of the podcast, Living Out Loud, originally released in February 2021 but more relevant than ever!

We're often led to believe we need to live smaller than who we really are, to fall in line, not "make waves," "ruffle feathers" and on and on. But when we try to fit in, we can sometimes sacrifice the unique beauty and purpose of why we are here. Authenticity isn't perfection. It's messy and scary and may fill us with fear, insecurity and vulnerability.

When we pay attention to the small voice inside and see who we are, we can challenge ourselves to live from love courageously. We can push through the fear to accept our feelings of vulnerability so that we can actually learn to live out loud.

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Some key takeaways from this episode are:

When you show up authentically and challenge people's beliefs on what "normal" looks like, you are helping them to grow. People who love you and accept you will accept that challenge, even if it takes them some time to understand.
Once you define yourself as one thing, be prepared to have that challenged. Just like other people might box you into a label, we box ourselves into labels all the time!
Authenticity beats fakeness every day of the week. If you have a platform or have a goal of building a platform, how do you intend to showcase and celebrate realness on that platform?

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62. Hilliard Studio Method Is Expanding! How We're Planning to Grow Our Community All Around the World Aug 11, 2022

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It's been a while since we've talked in depth about Hilliard Studio Method on the podcast, but we have the most exciting update: we're expanding!! The pandemic tested our resilience, but we continued showing up for our community, and our community showed up for us. Now, we want to bring that exhilarating, supportive, and transformative in-person experience to more people while providing an amazing business opportunity to entrepreneurs everywhere. In this episode, we're covering all the behind-the-scenes info and intentions that are going into this new endeavor for HSM!

Some key takeaways from this episode are:

We are working with entrepreneurs who want to open a Hilliard Studio Method in their city, and who want to build a community like the one we have here in Charlotte. Expect the same quality of training, humans, and energy you know and love in the Queen City, closer to where you live!
Streaming our workouts during the pandemic allowed us to connect with people all over the world who love what we do and how we make people feel at Hilliard Studio Method, and we're so excited to provide an opportunity for them to experience it in person, wherever they are!
Connection and community are at the core of what we do. The workouts transform people, but the relationships that Liz, Lee, our trainers, and our clients have built with each other are what make the biggest impact.

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