Go Brandon! Ft. My Mom

In this episode I'm joined by my girl Jacqueline "Jackie" Victoria. We discuss what inspired her to go to law school. We discuss how her circumstances growing up shaped her idea of love at a young age, and led her to some toxic relationships, and a very anxious place. Jackie shares with me how Dialectical Behavior Therapy helped her recover from this, and how she overcame anxiety to find her voice again... And so much more!  Follow Jackie on IG @jacqueline_victoria_! Follow me on IG @ashcheeks_ and don't forget to subscribe to the AshCheeks podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! www.ashcheeks.net

In this episode, I got to sit down with one of my favorite fitness couples to follow online: Camille Leblanc-Bazinet and Dave Lipson! Both are former professional athletes who now run very large online coaching businesses with thousands of athletes. Cami won the title of "Fittest Woman on Earth" in 2014 when she won the CrossFit games, and Dave played professional baseball. We discuss their background in sports and competing, and how that led them to establishing their own coaching businesses and the methodology they use today.  We cover the specifics of the programs they offer, and how they navigate maintaining a healthy marriage, parenting, and running their businesses alongside one another. We also answer some of your AskCheeks questions and so much more! Follow them on IG:  @camillelbaz and @feroce_fitness_ @davefreakinlipson and @thundrbro Don't forget to subscribe to the AshCheeks podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Submit your AskCheeks questions to www.ashcheeks.net. 

In this episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro, Cameron James, although I’d later learn he doesn’t like being referred to as that lol. Cam shares his journey to becoming an IFBB pro, coming from a a background in college football and the music industry. He shares how he transitioned out of the fitness industry, and began developing his communication skills and building his confidence to launch his very successful career in sales. Cam explains how he stays motivated, along with his views on pursuing goals versus “checkpoints.” We discuss what love is, and what his parents' lasting marriage has taught him about relationships. We also answer some AskCheeks questions, including how Cameron feels about jumping from woman to woman... to woman, and his biggest turn-offs.  You can follow Cameron on instagram at @camerron.james! Subscribe to the AshCheeks podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Join the AshCheeks customized glute program delivered through the AshCheeks app by visiting www.ashcheeks.net! You can also submit your AskCheeks questions at www.ashcheeks.net/holla.  Next week I'm back in Tampa with some special surprise guests!

In this episode, I recap my trip to Houston. I also share my opinion on 3 relationship hot takes, and answer some more of your AskCheeks questions. Hot Takes - What are my thoughts on these statements? - "It's impossible to recover from cheating in a relationship." - "You should break up with someone you aren't sexually compatible with, even if the relationship sucks." - "It's okay to propose at your friend's wedding reception." AskCheeks Questions - "He say's he's not ready for a relationship but he acts like my boyfriend." - "How do you get over a lack of body confidence during sex?" - "How do you ignore negativity online, and how can you genuinely get someone's attention when there is so much of that negative interference." - "How can you communicate your mental health struggles to your Latino family members who don't believe in mental health issues?" Subscribe to the AshCheeks podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Join the 90 day AshCheeks customized glute program delivered through the AshCheeks app by visiting www.ashcheeks.net! Next up- TAMPA PRO!!

This week I'm in Miami and joined by a special guest, Edwin Rodriguez Jr! Edwin is an entrepreneur, personal trainer, fitness influencer, and one of the owners of Miami Strong Gym. We sit down to talk about his path to becoming an entrepreneur. We discuss what life was like for him growing up, and how the passing of his mother at a young age instilled the motivation in him to become an amazing person despite his hardships. He shares how he found healing from his loss through pouring into others and giving back. Edwin defines what success looks like to him, and the life he is working towards creating for himself. We cover various topics related to business, fitness, and relationships.  We also answer some AskCheeks dating questions from the AshCheeks listeners. We debate whether or not it's appropriate to follow an ex on instagram, how to handle your partner's "best friend" of the opposite sex, and share our opinions on ghosting.   Follow Edwin on Instagram @Edwin.Rodriguezjr. Be sure to also check out Miami Strong Gym if you're in the area, and @MiamiStrongGym on Instagram.  Subscribe to the AshCheeks podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Join the 90 AshCheeks customized glute program delivered through the AshCheeks app by visiting www.ashcheeks.net! Next up- HOUSTON!!

Apparently I'm going to fall in love next month, and that's all you really need to know. But in case that's not enough, here's a recap of the last 3 weeks, including my trip to Charlotte, my recent surgery, and some things I've learned about myself lately (like what a controlling bitch I am). 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and I'm sharing my thoughts on sex (or lack thereof) and the link to mental health... And a bunch of other shit I rambled on about for 52 minutes through a stuffed nose. Is my Instagram content appropriate if I want to find a man? To be a wife and mom? Is it fair to talk about my partner on a podcast if I'm in a committed relationship? I talk about the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial. And I shared the results from the poll and my personal opinion to the question: "If you're in a relationship, how many times a week do you want/expect sex?" 

This week I'm joined by my friend Jay Cabrera to talk shit and catch up. We talk about the meat market (of men... and women) at Fresh Market, travel plans for the summer, and of course, DATING. We debate the question "Does salary matter?" in a relationship or pursuing someone new, and spending money on material items versus experiences. We shared updates on our professional lives and how our careers are impacting our personal lives. Follow Jay on Instagram for really great drink recipes! @91jach 

Tonight I'm joined by medical expert and doctor of internal medicine and gastroenterology- Dr. Lukasz Kwapisz... Or as I like to call him, K-Wap. Dr. Kwap is based in the Houston area and is a former soccer player. We discuss using sports to create discipline in our lives and sharpen our minds. He shares how he made the decision to choose a career as a physician in the medical field over professional sports, and how he navigates relationships with a demanding career today. We both weighed in on how the relationships we saw amongst our parents have affected the relationships we pursue today (modeling our parents' behaviors vs breaking generational curses). He talks about the qualities he's most attracted to in a woman, and how to weed out the real from the phony. He's hot. He's intelligent. He's stylish. He's a great conversationalist, and a lot of fun. Check him out on instagram @drkwap!

I'm back home in Indiana for the weekend, and am joined by a very special guest in this week's episode- my mom! We discuss the sturdiness of the furniture in the spare bedroom, what she hates the most about me (nothing- I'm perfect), and mom weighs in on my current dating life. She shares her thoughts on the content I create, what being a mom means to her today with grown children, and rising gas prices. We also recap the finale of the latest shit show season of The Bachelor.