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Listen to authenticity at it's finest!
Anissa Amason (@anissaamason) and Ellen Nicoll (@ellennicoll) are two fitness professionals (@anissaellenraw / www.anissaellenraw.com) who woke up one morning and realized that turning 50 and experiencing menopause + mid life could really suck ass at times. After lamenting about their struggles in aging gracefully to their friends, fitness family and anyone else who would listen, they discovered other women who were experiencing similar issues. So they decided to share their real life health and wellness struggles, adventures and ridiculousness in open dialogue with other women, hoping to inspire self awareness, self acceptance and self love. Join their unfiltered conversations to get real and get raw about women's empowerment, wellness and all around badassness. This is your AUTHENTICITY wake up call!
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| Episode 31 - LET'S GO, LET'S GO, LET'S GO! - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
April is Autism Awareness Month. We are honored to share one RAWior's story. Mathematician and educator Kay Rasheed is one strong, resilient, badass mother and woman. In her no nonsense, practical way, she tells her story of raising two sons, one autistic, as a single mother. From the diagnosis when he was 2-years-old to now that he's 12, she details her journey on her path and focus to giving her sons the best opportunities and the most fulfilling life. Listen to how this mama bear prioritizes her boys while attempting to afford herself a bit of self-care to retain her sanity and give herself moments to breathe. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 30 - WE PROVE YOU'RE 100% WRONG ABOUT MILLENIALS PT 2 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Here goes part two of the amazing conversation. So maybe you think millennials are lazy, entitled, job hoppers, lack drive and ambition. Maybe even, gasp, high maintenance, our second podcast featuring a group of gals proves you completely wrong. These six girls are highly intelligent and driven, articulate, wise and all around strong and beautiful badasses. We got two super cool sisters whose mom happens to be Anissa; a Hispanic clothing designer; an African American event planner; a marketing maven who is a single mother; and a nerdy engineer who was told she talked too much and didn't give a shit when she was a child. Listen in to discover how they navigate life in their twenties. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 29 - WE PROVE YOU'RE 100% WRONG ABOUT MILLENIALS PT 1 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
So maybe you think millennials are lazy, entitled, job hoppers, lack drive and ambition… maybe even… gasp… high maintenance. Our second podcast featuring a group of gals proves you completely wrong. These six girls are highly intelligent and driven, articulate, wise and all around strong and beautiful badasses. We got two super cool sisters whose mom happens to be Anissa; a Hispanic clothing designer; an African American event planner; a marketing maven who is a single mother; and a nerdy engineer who was told she talked too much and didn't give a shit when she was a child. Listen in to discover how they navigate life in their twenties. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 28 - A SPOONFUL OF SUGAR DOES NOT MAKE THE MEDICINE GO DOWN - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
RAW Resident Health and Fitness Expert Melissa Layne breaks down why processed sugar is the devil. Beaucoup aha moments in this episode. You will give up Krispy Kreme Donuts, Pop Tarts and catsup immediately.. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 27 - HEY, I'M A NARCISSIST! COME TAKE MY CLASS! - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
This episode is aimed directly at group fitness instructors. The message is short, sweet and simple: Your passion and responsibility should be to help OTHERS. If you think teaching group fitness classes is all about YOU… how YOU look, standing up onstage to promote YOU, teaching for YOUR own workout… then guys and gals, you need to do something else. It is a privilege to be able to have some small part in helping someone else make positive, impactful changes to his/her life. Honor your members. Care for your members. Connect with your members. No one cares about your bulging biceps or your six-pack abs or how juicy your booty is. They really don't. And we don't either. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 26 - FROM POINT A TO POINT ME - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
We've heard horror stories about how challenging and downright nasty a bitter divorce can be, but it's rare to hear tales about how challenging an amicable divorce can turn out. So you and your spouse agree that marriage just isn't for you any more, so you go your separate ways. But that doesn't necessarily mean it's all flowers and puppies afterwards. Real Estate and Estate Planning Attorney Lisa Glauber Shippel went through a fairly amicable divorce more than 10 years ago but was totally unprepared for "life after divorce". Finding herself, raising two sons and settling into her new normal post divorce life had its ups and downs. And because she's a lawyer, folks mistakenly thought she'd be able to provide legal divorce advice. So she got to thinking about her experience as an attorney and divorced mom and decided to write a lil book. "Traveling Through Divorce: From Point A to Point Me" helps empower those contemplating or going through a divorce, to be confident in themselves and their decisions. She hopes her experiences will help mentally, emotionally and financially. www.travelingthroughdivorce.info @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 25 - "SET OBJECTIVES THAT AREN'T BASED ON YOU BEING SHITTY" - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Happy 2020! Holy shit! We just finished an entire season with 24 episodes! And we were ATLPN's #1, #2 and #3 podcasts on Spotify for 2019. Serious waves of gratitude flowing out from us into the universe. We are super stoked that folks are finding value in our episodes and like listening to our bullshit. And we are raring to go with so much more authentic content as well as more inspiring, strong, resilient, badass guests. But first… to resolution or not to resolution? You know the deal… new year means new year's resolutions. We prefer setting goals and intentions vs resolutions; and we have some strong opinions on the phrase "new year, new you". No matter what you set for yourself this year to help make you a better, stronger YOU, we hope listening to Anissa and Ellen RAW is on your To Do List. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 24 - LOOKING FOR LOVE IN ALL THE WRONG PLACES - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
You think it's difficult to find love… hell… difficult just to find a date when you're in your 20s? Take a stab at dating in your 50s. When did dating become so damn hard? Why is trying to find someone to have a good meal and good conversation with like trying to find a needle in a haystack? You almost have to ask for a resume and referrals to make sure a potential mate is who they say they are. RAW Resident Health and Fitness expert Melissa Layne talks to us about her trials and tribulations with the dating scene. From self absorbed men to men who find it difficult to connect with a strong, empowered woman, we dissect the in's and out's of finding a life partner. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 23 - SORRY, NOT SORRY - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
We're so sorry this episode posting is late this week. But are we really sorry? Or do we feel like we have to apologize because we want to acknowledge the fact that you may have been looking for it earlier this week when we promised it'd be posted but we didn't come through for you when we said we would even though we've been busy and it's not even that late and remember patience is a virtue? I mean, c'mon... we really didn't do anything to have to apologize for. Comedian, Actress, Entertainer Vanessa "Action" Fraction is back in the studio to shoot the shit about why we always feel compelled to say "I'm sorry" all the time, even when the situation doesn't warrant it. And we briefly touch on a future episode: Are You a Panties On or Panties Off Kinda Gal? @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll @vanessafraction anissaellenraw.com VanessaFraction.com
| Episode 22 - WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP? - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Meet Natalie Biniasz (rhymes with pizzazz). Talk about experiencing the change process her fair share of times. She's been married and divorced. Survived a health crisis. And get this… she ditched a very successful 15-year advertising career to start her own business in a completely different realm. She is a life coach, energy healer, yoga teacher, group leader + speaker who has spent the past 9 years guiding hundreds through the change process, supporting them in breaking free of their limitations and unlocking their true potential. And all the while, she continues to navigate her own changes with strength + grace (on most days), putting into place the tools she has learned through her life experience and many trainings along the way. She's as authentic and honest as they come… with clear perspective and loads of wisdom. Her transformative work is all about reconnecting with your heart and inner guidance, finding your voice, putting practices into place to resource your body-mind, identifying + releasing limiting beliefs, creating a mindset that empowers you, and learning to truly accept and value yourself. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com @laughinghearthealing www.laughinghearthealing.com
| Episode 21 - STRESS FOR DUMMIES - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Resident Health and Fitness Expert Melissa Layne gives a lesson on Stress 101. Don't let some of her big words scare you, she totally dumbs it down so that all of us can easily understand how stress affects our bodies… mentally and physically. She explains the science behind balancing high intensity exercise with lower intensity activities. And find out what activity she thinks is important for women to do to destress… she even makes up a new term for it. Note: The Ted Talk that Melissa references is "How to Make Stress Your Friend" by Kelly McGonigal. With a career spanning more than 30 years, Melissa Layne, MEd, is a faculty member in the Exercise Physiology and Physical Education Depts. at The University of North Georgia. A former elementary school PE teacher and fitness program coordinator, Melissa is a popular and highly coveted presenter and author in the fitness industry. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll www.anissaellenraw.com
| Episode 20 - GET OUTTA YOUR HEAD and INTO YOUR LIFE PT.2 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Here is part two of Get outta your head and into your life. Opening up and being vulnerable can be a bitch. Especially if you're owning up to self inflicted roadblocks. This episode shows how a topic can start in one direction then veer into another. The ladies start by discussing how we don't need to be "fixed". There's nothing to fix in order to be healthy and happy... we're not broken. We may need to change unhealthy habits and behavior but we aren't broken people. The conversation then leads Ellen to spill her guts about how all the advice and help she's received to help with her health issues have caused confusion, doubt and self inflicted fear about what she's capable of achieving. Anissa puts her health coach hat on to help Ellen navigate. And yes, Ellen is a big crybaby. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 19 - GET OUTTA YOUR HEAD and INTO YOUR LIFE PT.1 - ANISSA and ELLEN RAW - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Opening up and being vulnerable can be a bitch. Especially if you're owning up to self inflicted roadblocks. This episode shows how a topic can start in one direction then veer into another. The ladies start by discussing how we don't need to be "fixed". There's nothing to fix in order to be healthy and happy... we're not broken. We may need to change unhealthy habits and behavior but we aren't broken people. The conversation then leads Ellen to spill her guts about how all the advice and help she's received to help with her health issues have caused confusion, doubt and self inflicted fear about what she's capable of achieving. Anissa puts her health coach hat on to help Ellen navigate. And yes, Ellen is a big crybaby. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 18 - TETE-A-TETE WITH HER BOOBS - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Wendy Liu had a heart to heart with her boobs when she found out she had breast cancer: "You're trying to kill me, so you're outta here." This feisty, vivacious, hilarious, uber strong and resilient woman has had to deal with some serious shit since she was in the studio to tape Episodes "Girls Just Want To Have Fun" several months ago. Listen to her story… she is wise and gracious… she may cause you to shake your head in disbelief… she will teach you how to forgive. And at the end… she has a message for all of her friends and family that have shown her love and support through her bout with cancer. @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll @blessingsbywen
| Episode 17 - TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
It's very rare to meet someone who immediately touches your soul and blesses your life with her presence. Actress, writer and soon-to-be director, Lisa Arrindell is just that person. This beautiful and wise woman motivates so many with her call to get up, get out and live life to the fullest. Basking in the glow of her grace and positivity, the ladies talk to Lisa about the trials and sense of accomplishment in finishing at least one daily task, becoming more aware of your totality as a person, and the fear of standing up and owning your true calling. @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll @lisaarrindell
| Episode 16 - THE POWER OF "NO" - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
What is it about people pleasers and the word "no"? Why is it so difficult to tell someone no if you honestly can't help them? Or cannot commit to what they are asking? Why can't the words "I don't know" come out of their mouths? If you look up "People Pleaser" in the dictionary… well if you could look it up… you'd see Anissa and Ellen's pictures. Big ass tired smiles plastered on their faces. Bloodshot eyes from staying up late to try to manage too many things. Greasy hair with roots showing and chipped nail polish because they're too busy with their side hustles to give themselves time to see what the inside of a salon looks like. Life can consist of long days that leave you completely exhausted and unfulfilled if you let it. And you miss out on a lot of good shit if you are constantly doing for others and neglecting yourself. So today, boys and girls, the word of the day is "NO!". @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll
| RAWTALK - BEST OF SEASON ONE SO FAR - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
On this episode, we took some time and grabbed a few portions of some of our favorite episodes of RAW. We promise you that you will feel so many different emotions listening to the episodes we've done on season one. They are informative, funny, emotional, amazing, and we've been told they bring so much joy to anyone that listens. There were so many great moments, but here are a few moments that we could pack into this best of episode. Check out these excerpts in order from RAWTALK 002: THE RAINBOW AFTER THE STORM - WITH GUEST ANNA SANDER | RAWTALK 004: KEEP PUSHING FORWARD | RAWTALK 015: SHE'S "GOOGLE-ABLE" - WITH GUEST VANESSA FRACTION ( @vanessafraction )| RAWTALK 010: GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN - WITH A BUNCH OF GUEST | RAWTALK 013: HOT FOR TEACHER - WITH GUEST MELISSA LAYNE, MEd | @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 15 - SHE'S "GOOGLE-ABLE" - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Finally! The ladies have been trying to get this busy lady on the show for months. Seasoned standup comedian, actor, writer, TV personality, fellow podcaster (Comedy Dogz Podcast w/Vanessa Fraction) and all-around entertainer Vanessa Fraction aka Action Fraction is in the house, y'all! She's funny and beautiful and smart and emotional. She opens up about her journey as a strong, driven female in the business, particularly as a working mother, with the purpose of leaving her audiences with something positive to take away. Her website www.vanessafraction.com describes her best: "... her comedy style is authentic, bold and blazing on stage… hilariously fresh personality and insightful…" And wait until you hear the fantastic story about a very famous celebrity she tells us at the end of the podcast! @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll @vanessafraction
| Episode 14 - HOT FOR TEACHER PT. 2 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
You think you know? We bet you may have no idea. In Part 2 with the ladies' good friend, woman crush and health and fitness expert Melissa Layne, get the real deal about some current trends including keto, intermittent fasting, "happy coffee", supplements and more. With more than 30 years in the health and fitness industry, Melissa, MEd, is a faculty member in the Exercise Physiology and Physical Education Depts. at The University of North Georgia. What she says about some of these trends will definitely give you food for thought. Again… be prepared to take notes. @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 13 - HOT FOR TEACHER PT. 1 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
The first expert is in da house! With a career spanning more than 30 years, Melissa Layne, MEd, is a faculty member in the Exercise Physiology and Physical Education Depts. of The University of North Georgia. Former elementary school PE teacher and fitness program coordinator as well as current presenter and author in the fitness industry, she throws some fact-based knowledge at us on the in's and out's of menopause. It's the first podcast where the ladies are literally speechless as they soak up all the practical info Melissa offers. Ellen, especially, is giddy and attentive. Be prepared to take notes. @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 12 - SHE SHALL OVERCOME - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
You do not have to be a product of your upbringing. Anissa and Ellen open up a bit more about their personal lives, giving insight into their childhoods and what it was like growing up in their respective families. Particularly sensitive about this topic, Anissa exposes herself as she details living with an alcoholic parent. She proves that in the midst of pain, there can be truly joyous moments. @anissaellenraw @anissamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 11 - GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN PT.2 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
What happens when authentic women get together? A lot of real talk about empowerment, strength and tribe. A bit more serious than in Part 1, the ladies open up about what RAW means to them. Oh yeah... they also open up about underwear vs commando. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 10 - GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN PT.1 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
This episode opens up with a bang. The ladies ask some of their RAWiors over for a nice ladylike chat about "firsts". Oh the cringe worthy tales they weave. The conversation veers from over excited kissing to Church's Chicken to birth control to sex with unworthy boyfriends to Bo Derek beads. And they throw in a minor mother-daughter squabble for shits and giggles. But underneath all this awkward teen angst, lay the open, giving hearts and souls of strong, diverse women. @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 09 - SPIRITUALITY and THE MODERN DAY RAWIOR - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
The ladies introduce the Spiritual RAWior and do their best to describe what spirituality looks and feels like to them. Discover their spiritual awakenings. And Anissa is gonna make a mediator out of Ellen if it's the last thing she does. @anissaamason @ellennicoll @anissaellenraw
| Episode 08 - FAKE ASS PEOPLE THROWING SHADE ERRRWHERE - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Before you start throwing "toxic" people out of your life, you may want to do some heavy self-reflection to see if maybe you're the source of the negativity. And if you want to dismantle a friendship and walk away, don't be a coward… at least have the balls to talk to the person about it instead of just disappearing. By the way, Ellen strongly dislikes bullies and bystanders. If she catches either one, she might just punch them in the nose. @anissaamason @ellennicoll
| Episode 07 - IT'S MY BODY and I'LL CRY IF I WANT TO - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Participation in the recent March Against the GA Heartbeat Bill sparks conversation about freedom, choice and equality. Passionate and fiery, the ladies say keep your politics away from our bodies. @anissaamason @ellennicoll @zuppermommy3
| Episode 06 - SOMETIMES LIFE IS SHITTY... LITERALLY - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Officially the second podcast they recorded and first interview, the ladies introduce Team RAW sidekick Christina Mendoza. Completely unfiltered, no nonsense and tell-it-like-it-is, Christina always has your best interests at heart. Hear her cross country journey through self doubt and self criticism to become the strong, confident beotch she proudly proclaims. And we bet her recent most embarrassing moment will crack you up. www.anissaellenraw.com @anissaellenraw @anissaamason @ellennicoll @zuppermommy3
| Episode 05 - KEEP PUSHING FORWARD PT. 2 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
How do you wake up every morning and care for two small humans that you brought into this world in the midst of domestic violence? In Part 2 of "Keep Pushing Forward", this strong, resilient survivor of domestic violence talks about raising children with open, honest communication in order to break the engulfing shame and silence they lived in for years. And she gives one extremely important piece of advice to other victims as she describes her healing process. If you need help or wish to help others, please visit www.thehotline.org or www.padv.org.
| Episode 04 - KEEP PUSHING FORWARD PT. 1 - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
An estimated 8.5 million women (7%) in the U.S. and over 4 million men (4%) reported experiencing physical violence, rape, psychological aggression or stalking from an intimate partner in their lifetime. Part 1 of a powerful 2-part episode introduces you to one woman's journey as a victim of domestic violence. Discover how this strong, courageous, resilient RAWior crawled from the deep darkness of an abusive relationship into the bright shining light of recovery. If you are a victim of domestic violence or wish to help others, please visit www.thehotline.org or www.padv.org.
| Episode 03 - I AM WOMAN, HEAR ME RAWR! - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
What does authenticity mean to you? The ladies define authenticity while comparing mid life insecurities. They spill their opinions on selfies, hair and makeup, inner truth, menopause, and being a fraud. Get a glimpse into the thoughts that burden Ellen, and Anissa admits to having a boob job and botox.
| Episode 02 - THE RAINBOW AFTER THE STORM - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
On a very emotional episode, Anissa and Ellen welcome Anna Sander who discusses her very moving personal journey of tragedy, struggle and perseverance. She details her battle with loss, food addiction, and self loathing to blossom and grow into a RAWior.
| Episode 01 - EVERY ROSE HAS ITS THORN - Ellen and Anissa RAW |
Meet Anissa Amason, sentimental free spirit, and Ellen Nicoll, sassy realist, co-creators of Anissa and Ellen RAW (Real Authentic Women). Find out how a California Dreamer and an edgy metalhead met and decided the world needs a good dose of authentic, unfiltered, real talk about self awareness, self acceptance and self love.