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Zuri Hall’s Hot Happy Mess

Are you craving Best Life, minus the Burnout… constantly striving for more, and quite frankly — F’n over it? Want more happiness, peace, and purpose… NOW? Well then LET’S. GO. From Emmy Award Winning TV host Zuri Hall comes ‘Hot Happy Mess’ — your new go-to podcast for mindfully ambitious Millennial women. It’s the same fun, down-to-earth vibes that Zuri’s known for during her candid red carpet interviews + celebrity sit-downs (on MTV, E! News, and now Access Hollywood)… but this show is all about the most important VIP of your life: YOU. And it’s time to own it!This podcast will help you take it all a little less seriously, and find your magic in the middle of life’s messes. No more putting off your living for tomorrow.Self-Care. Relationships. Mental Wellness. New Motherhood. Team No Kids. Career Wins (and Fails). Social Media. Real stories from real, amazing everyday women. We’re covering it all. Our North Star is ‘Happy’ and it’s not an end destination — it’s a state of being, during the entire journey of our lives. Wine (and tequila, and vodka, and whiskey… and pretty much everything else) will be spilled. The occasional f*bomb will be dropped. Laughs (and a few tears) will be shed. Messes will be made… but we’ll find our magic, in the middle of them. Together. New episodes every Monday!Follow @ZuriHall and @HotHappyMess on Instagram to keep the good vibes going.

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Latest Episodes:

59: This Mom Quit her 9 to 5 to Focus on Crypto Full-Time and Build Generational Wealth (and Shares How YOU can too!) with Brenda Gentry May 04, 2022

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What if your most significant flex was quitting your job to make $80K per month via crypto (AND you retired your parents?!) Well, today’s Real Woman, Real Story, is just that! In our signature segment, Zuri is joined by entrepreneur Brenda Gentry aka Cryptomom. She shares her powerful story of how she left her 16-year career in the banking industry and pivoted into becoming a sought-after investor and advisor in the crypto and NFT space.

This 'Real Woman, Real Story' spotlight is guaranteed to leave you with goosebumps as Brenda shares her amazing testimony of immigrating from Kenya to why she vehemently believes that a transfer of wealth is coming and that crypto is the gateway to building generational wealth!

Brenda also gets technical for us and breakdowns why we should care about NFTS, DeFi, crypto mining (and how you can do it from your living room!), to why she believes 2022 is the year of NFTs!

Share this episode with a friend NOW + let us know your favorite part of the convo: @ZuriHall and @HotHappyMess

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A Beginners Guide to Crypto! The Next Step to Financial Freedom with WendyO Apr 27, 2022

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In today’s episode, we’re deep-diving into cryptocurrency 101, baby! Zuri and WendyO are talking about all things crypto. Topics include: how to buy bitcoin; what blockchain technology, the difference between memecoins and altcoins; why NFTs are significant for artists; and why it's not too late to become a crypto millionaire!

Keep listening as Zuri and WendyO share why they believe cryptocurrency has the potential to balance the scales when it comes to equity for women of color and the key to breaking generational wealth curses on your terms.

This episode is extra special because we’re breaking down all the topics by timecodes, so head over to the HHM website for the episode's show notes.

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57: Ask a Plastic Surgeon: Liposuction 101, What to Know BEFORE Getting a BBL, and How NOT to Get Botched Apr 20, 2022

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Booty-Butt-Cheeks! Now, that we got that out of the way! In today’s episode, Zuri sits down with aesthetic plastic surgeon Dr. Ryan Spivak from Squlpt Body Shaping, a unique and innovative practice that focuses purely on awake liposuction and fat transfer.

Zuri and Dr. Spivak are talking about the BBL of it all and they're getting into the nitty-gritty of why the world is obsessed with BBLs (and who really made them popular!); when to get liposuction (and how much at one time), how to find an ethical plastic surgeon, and the red flags to watch out for when choosing a plastic surgery clinic (overseas and in the USA).

Zuri also shares why she’s here for plastic surgery and why she’s focused on empowering women to make informed choices and do things that make them feel good and that are safe,

Finally, Z also has Dr. Spivak answer ALL of your questions when it comes to plastic surgery.

Can I give my fat to friends/family?
How soon can you sit after a BBL?
What’s the recovery like for liposuction and BBL?
How to minimize scarring after surgery for Black women and WOC?
How do you know if you need plastic surgery?

This is not an episode to miss! Head over to hothappymess.com for all the show notes mentioned in this episode and for ALL the deets on how to join our exclusive Facebook group!

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56: So You Wanna Be An Influencer?! The Best Side-Hustle to Make Money on Social Media with Florence Howard Apr 13, 2022

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So you wanna be an influencer, but don’t know where to start? In today’s episode, Zuri is chatting with influencer marketer and coach, Florence Howard; who shares the steps to becoming a content creator, ways to grow your followers, how to get PAID brand deals, and why grit, transparency, perseverance are the true secrets to become a successful influencer.

Florence shares her personal journey of how she left corporate America to become a full-time influencer (and HOW she made 6 figures!); her expert advice on having an authentic voice and understanding your creator identity. Z & Florence also dish on ways to avoid the comparison trap on social media, how to battle burnout while enforcing digital boundaries, and why she encourages everyone to have multiple streams of income.

Keep up with Z on Instagram + let her know how you felt listening to this episode: @ZuriHall

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55: One Night Stands. Dating Red Flags… And Keeping Secrets From Your Husband | A VERY Fun Group Chat Apr 06, 2022

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This is a wild one, besties! Zuri’s back at it again, with her girls from the Group Chat (Veronika — and a newbie: Carissa!) for a super fun convo about love and relationships. They’re spilling the tea on everything — from one-night stands to who should pay on the first date; to pillow talking with your partner… got a secret? Will they keep it?!

Get ready to cry tears of laughter… especially when *someone* reveals why they got kicked out of a Vegas pool party! And the ladies basically tell all their business, during a fun naughty game of Never Have I Ever!

If you’re ready for a good time, hit play and get ready for a hilariously honest convo with Z and her close friends!

Share this episode with a friend NOW + let us know your favorite part of the convo: @ZuriHall and @HotHappyMess

Follow Us: @ZuriHall | @Veronika_Payne | @CarissaCuliner

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54: How to Work Smarter & Build an Impactful Platform with Blavity’s CEO Morgan DeBaun Mar 30, 2022

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Wanna know the secrets to upleveling your business? Well, press play, and get ready for the most amazing chat. Zuri sits down with Morgan Debaun who is a serial entrepreneur, corporate advisor, founder, and CEO of Blavity.

Sharing her unique story, Morgan details how she got her start in Silicon Valley and how she scaled her business to become one of the top voices in the VC funding and entrepreneurship realm. From how she avoids burnout, to her predictions for the tech space, and why she thinks cryptocurrency is here to stay (and why YOU need to shift your mindset). How she stayed grounded and focused amidst the naysayers and those who wanted her to stay in her lane. Morgan shares with Z, how she finally found her peace, what it means to not only live in your purpose but ON purpose, and her 5 Pillars of Success.

Keep up with Z on Instagram + let her know how you felt listening to this episode: @ZuriHall

A Closer Look at The Episode:

[8:50] Morgan’s journey to creating Blavity and expanding its brand power
[9:48] Why Blavity was needed to speak to the Black millennial experience
[11:40] Importance of staying grounded and not seeking approval
[13:01] Using discernment to build your team
[15:25] How Morgan determined when it was time to scale her business
[17:52] Morgan’s signature Advising Program ‘WorkSmart’ teaches business owners how to successfully scale their business.
[18:30] Why and when you should hire an executive coach (and the red flags on finding a coach)
[20:34] Mistakes Morgan made (and growing pains she learned from) while building her business
[21:34] Importance of having both an advisor for business coaching and a therapist for emotional support
[22:18] The history of AfroTech and its importance for diversity in tech
[25:20] Why Morgan would rather be behind the radar vs living as a public figure
[28:19] How Morgan navigates protecting her peace and setting boundaries within the public sphere
[30:29] Zuri’s thoughts on cryptocurrency for stored value and equity
[31:54] Morgan talks about Bitcoin, Web 3.0, and the Metaverse
[34:14] The power of decentralization and how NFTs can and will empower content creators
[37:44] How the pandemic forced Morgan to pivot and truly embrace an authentic work/life balance
[41:54] On the Great Resignation and the importance of being valued at work
[42:30] Morgan’s 5 Pillars of Success

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53: The Secret to A Joyful Life... That You Can Begin Today! | Bonus Episode Feb 15, 2022

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Happy New Year! It's 2022 and we’re kicking it off with a special bonus episode! Today, Zuri is sharing her word of the year (and why living by it has already quickly made her life twice as joyful!)... her super zen experience at the Golden Door resort and major *AHA* moment it gave her... and why we need to do everything with intention, especially when it involves showing up as your best self for you AND your relationships... THIS is the deeply personal, honest solo episode you NEED to hear as you take on 2022, babe!

Make sure you stay ‘til the end for our first Giveaway of 2022 -- a $100 Amazon Gift Card! It's super easy to win. Like... ridiculously easy.

Want more Hot Happy Mess? Well, save the date, because Season 2 premieres in late March! Zuri's got so much up her sleeve to share with you... on your journey to Best Life, minus the Burnout. xx

In the meantime keep up with Z on Instagram + let her know how you felt listening to this episode: @ZuriHall

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52: Our Favorite Hot Happy Mess Moments-And A Giveaway! Nov 30, 2021

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Has it really been one year of Hot Happy Mess? Before we take 2022 by storm, I'm here to celebrate and thank you for what this show has been able to accomplish in such a short time. So in honor of our one-year anniversary and milestone, I'm rounding up the best gems from some of your favorite episodes.

From “How to Be Single” to “The Key to Happiness,” We've covered lots of hot topics and I'm taking a walk down memory lane in today’s episode and sharing the best of the best of Hot Happy Mess’s past. The best part? These highlights and the episodes they come from will help you prepare for the new year in more ways than one. So pop your headphones in and let’s revisit these nuggets of gold from this past year.

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A Deeper Look at the Episode

[7:14] How Zuri’s kicking off the new season and her current life updates
[12:45] How to love being single (and truly mean it)
[15:42] Everything you want to know about sex with Dr. Donna
[19:40] Our top-performing episode of the year (and why you should listen to it)
[28:20] What is attachment theory and why is it important?
[34:45] How to get what you deserve in the corporate workspace
[41:20] Get ahead of your 2021 taxes like a pro
[44:40] The art of flexible thinking and how it could help you live a happier life

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Go back to the beginning --- ICYMI: Listen to Episode 1: How to Be Happy

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51: The Road to Miss USA 2021! Pageantry Reimagined with Crystle Stewart Nov 22, 2021

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Being crowned Miss USA is so much more than just physical beauty. These women are truly putting in the work on and off the stage to be the best versions of themselves and inspire the next generation of young girls to dream big and reach for their goals.

In today’s episode, Zuri and her guest Crystle Stewart discuss all things pageant life, including what it takes to become Miss USA. If you want to get a glimpse into the world of pageantry and see where they are taking the platform, this episode is for you!

Crystle Stewart was the 2008 Miss USA, and she’s now the first black woman to hold the title of President and National Director of the Miss USA Organization. She’s also the founder of Miss Academy, the first-ever pageant training school educating young women across the nation on the ins and outs of pageantry while equipping them with skills that will last a lifetime.

Zuri and Crystle deep dive into how pageants can be a catalyst for empowering young girls and women to achieve life goals, how the representation of black women in beauty pageants is changing, and what steps Crystle is taking to redefine what it means to be a beauty queen,

Don’t forget to tune in to Hulu and watch the 70th Miss USA on November 29th!

I’m also going Live on IG on December 1st to celebrate the first anniversary of Hot Happy Mess! I’ll be talking to some of your favorite guests from past episodes, I’ll have some exciting pop-ups, and we're going to have some giveaways and prizes y'all can win. It all starts at 3:00 PM PST and 6:00 PM EST.

Follow: Zuri Hall | Crystle Stewart

A Closer Look at The Episode

[3:59] Crystle’s journey to making history in her new role
[6:09] The patience, persistence, and perseverance behind achieving big goals
[9:42] Why self-discovery was necessary for Crystle’s move from Miss Texas to Miss USA
[11:22] The opportunities that become available after being crowned Miss USA
[13:33] What it takes to compete in pageant life and make it to the stage
[17:22] Behind the scenes of Miss Academy
[19:04] Why pageantry is more about community than competition
[20:35] Promoting inclusivity within pageantry
[21:38] The background & demographic varieties of the contestants
[23:58] How pageantry is an extension of a contestant’s current life
[25:38] Advice for women looking to start their pageantry journey
[26:34] What judges look for in beauty contestants
[28:19] Why parents should consider putting their young girls in pageants

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50: Get Your Hustle On! From Side Hustle to Main Business with Bola Sokunbi Nov 15, 2021

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Side hustles can help you not only learn more about yourself but help you find your path and your passion for the long haul. Sometimes it's trial and error, and not everything is going to be a hit. But the most important thing is to take that first step because you never know if you’ll end up earning a side income in the process.

In today’s episode, Zuri and her guest Bola are talking about how to generate income on the side while navigating your life, your family, and your full-time work. If you want to achieve financial freedom by starting a side hustle, this episode is for you! Bola Sokunbi is one of the leading faces in personal finance for women and the founder of Clever Girl Finance, a financial education resource hub for women. Zuri and Bola deep dive into how to build a side hustle from scratch, what it takes to turn your side hustle into a full-time business, and give their best advice for the wannabe hustlers.

We also have a group chat segment featuring Ashley & Veronica, who share their unique journey of creating additional revenue to achieve financial freedom. They talk about the stumbling blocks of building a side hustle, why mindset is so important to protect as you start your side gig, and pivots they made to find success in their industries.

Follow: Zuri Hall | Bola Sokunbi

A Closer Look at The Episode:

[2:05] The different side hustles options
[6:26] Bola’s journey to starting Clever Girl Finance
[9:27] How to determine which side hustle works best for you
[11:02] Why side hustling is a great way to achieve financial freedom
[15:23] The risks of having both a side hustle and a full-time job
[17:50] How to make time for your side hustle
[18:37] Three steps to start your side hustle
[25:01] Mistakes Bola made (and learned from) while building her side hustle
[28:52] When to quit your full-time role for your side hustle
[31:16 ] Why starting any side hustle requires an upfront time commitment
[34:51] Ashlee & Veronica’s different side hustle journeys
[40:15] The pitfalls they experienced building their side hustle
[45:04] Why the emotional rollercoaster of side hustling is worth it
[49:30] What to do when your loved ones don’t support your dreams
[52:00] How to protect your mindset as you grow your business
[57:13] Eliminating imposter syndrome & finding confidence in your offer
[1:00:10] Winning moments they’ve experienced running a side hustle
[1:07:34] Why you need to curate what you’re hearing

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