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Vic and Max are back to share game changing tips for effective communication in your relationship! They share their top two qualities about one another that helps them have great communication, navigate the ups and downs and different phases of their relationship and show up for and support each other. They walk through recent examples of disagreements and how they got through them, prioritizing self-awareness and understanding the other person’s perspective. Vic and Max also put together some guidelines for effective communication based on their personal habits that you can apply to have a stronger relationship and a few less problems! Max and Vic are truly couple goals, so tune in to hear their secrets to thriving in your relationship.If you love this conversation you’ll also love…Relationship Q&A (My advice on love, friends, and family...)Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of LoveSponsors:NikeLMNTAG1 Cozy EarthProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of Victoria's friends and favorite chefs ever, Carissa Stanton aka @broccyourbody, is back on the pod to talk about her recent engagement, wedding planning and brand new, first ever cookbook, Seriously So Good, coming out on April 16th! Carissa is known for her delicious, easy, yummy, and fun recipes that are crowd pleasers through and through – especially for Vic and her husband, Max. Carissa & Victoria share their favorite recipes from the cookbook and of course, they chat all about her recent engagement! Hear the details about her uniquely her wedding plans, how she knew her fiance was the one, building confidence as an adult, and learning to embrace her anxiety without the assistance of medication for the first time in 15 years. If you loved her first episode on Real Pod, don’t miss out on this fun catch up episode full of quick, yummy recipe ideas and wise advice!Preorder Carissa’s Cookbook: Seriously, So GoodPrevious episode: How To End A Relationship & Do What's Right For You (Even When It's Really Hard!!) with Carissa Stanton aka BroccYourBodyFollow Carissa: @broccyourbodySponsors:Cora: cora.life/realpod - get 20% off!!AG1: drinkag1.com/realpodBetterHelp: betterhelp.com/realpodTruly: trulyhardseltzer.com/locationsQuince: quince.com/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexa Jay is a confident curve model who radiates self-love, but she’s had to overcome a lot to get to this place. Today Vic and Alexa are getting real about body image, mental health and the grief process. Alexa shares how she rebuilt her confidence and self-worth after a toxic, abusive relationship in college, which led to an eating disorder. Vic and Alexa relate on so many things; from being athletes feeling pressured to look a certain way, to the unhealthy patterns diet culture perpetuates – and how far they’ve come in their journeys back to self love. They also talk about Alexa’s recent loss and the lessons grief teaches us about ourselves and what’s really important. No girl chat has ever gone deeper! Tune in to feel the power of girlhood, understand where true confidence comes from and reignite your own self-love.Instagram: @alexaaajaySponsors:LMNT AG1NikeBeast HealthProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wished you could call Vic and pick her brain about how to be successful in your chosen career path? Well, here’s your chance! In this episode, Vic is sharing her high level business and career advice mixed with tangible takeaways. These six tips are the things that have helped her build connections, cultivate a growth mindset, and be successful in her own career. They will help you feel confident as you seek out new opportunities, figure out what you want to do or start taking steps towards your goals! Think of them as the extra whipped cream and cherry on top to help you stand out. If you enjoy this episode, send Vic a DM @victoriabrowne with your favorite tip and you could be chosen to receive a voice note back from her with personalized advice for your situation! Now’s the time to go and make shit happen.Real Pod Episodes with Vic’s Mentors:Nicole Davis - An Olympian's Mindset & Advice For You, MUST LISTEN!!Dr. Varun Soni - The Mental Health Crisis ExplainedRecommended Podcast: The Tim Ferriss ShowSponsors:AG1: www.drinkag1.com/realpodQuince www.quince.com/realpodBetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpodLMNT: www.drinkLMNT.com/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tanner Smith from Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum has captured hearts & spread so much joy simply by living authentically. In this week’s ep Vic sits down with his mom Nicci to talk about their family’s journey supporting Tanner through his autism diagnosis, providing insight and encouragement for other special needs parents. She shares the beautiful life lessons Tanner has taught them, their main goal for going on Love on the Spectrum and how he’s handled all the attention since the show aired. Plus, Tanner makes a special guest appearance to share his advice for finding your purpose. Tanner, Nicci and their whole family are an inspiration, and you’re going to love the heart-warming and encouraging messages in this episode!Follow Tanner on TikTok & Instagram: @tannerwiththe_tismFollow Nicci on TikTok: @nicci_tannersmom and Instagram: @nicci_smith6AG1 www.drinkag1.com/realpodTruly www.trulyhardseltzer.com/locationsCozy Earth: www.cozyearth.com code REALPOD for 40% off sitewide!Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this heart-to-heart episode, Victoria is finally ready to open up about her recent body image struggles. As she's hinted at through her Instagram stories over the past few months, she’s been struggling more than she ever has since having her binge eating disorder. Because Real Pod is all about getting real, even though things might not always be pretty or inspiring, she’s sharing how she’s been feeling about her body in the most honest way possible, recognizing the fears and patterns she slipped back into. Finding comfort in knowing she’s not alone, she’s ready to share why this all started and how she’s working through it. Thank you for listening and holding space for the imperfect and important conversations! Let this be a reminder to hold on to self-acceptance, self-love, and peace. P.S. If you think this conversation could interfere with your process or mental health progress, feel free to save it for another time.Sponsors:LMNT: www.drinkLMNT.com/REALPODFACTOR: www.factormeals.com/realpod50 and use code realpod50 to get 50% offAG1: www.drinkag1.com/realpodBetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off your first month of online therapy!Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Color theory has become a crucial part of Vic’s personal style recently, so she invited Julia Dobkine, a certified image consultant, style coach, color enthusiast and founder of Agile Styling, to talk all about embracing and having fun with your unique color palette! Julia shares why color is foundational to your personal style, the history of color theory and how to integrate your perfect color palette into your wardrobe. Victoria shares her own journey learning how to embrace her color palette as a cool summer, and how it’s helped her build confidence and originality in her style choices! They talk about the allure of trends and how to stay true to yourself, why you shouldn’t do your own color analysis, and why it’s so worthwhile to work with a professional. If you’re looking to define your personal style, feel more confident and have fun getting dressed, this episode will inspire you to explore color theory! Plus, Julia generously provided a code for Real Pod listeners. Use code VICTORIA10 for a 10% discount on all virtual or digital products!Instagram: @agile_stylingWebsite: www.agilestyling.comSponsors:Vionic QuinceCoraTruly Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Strap in, because in this solo episode Victoria’s sharing how she’s managing her chaotic schedule, protecting her time, sticking to her 2024 goals, and finding peace within it all. She talks about her non-profit The Hidden Opponent's recent workshop in collaboration with Adidas, and how her identity as a former D1 athlete has evolved. She openly shares how she and Max are working through the no-phone-in-bed policy, and how she’s feeling about her unexpectedly thriving social life. Saving the best for last, she shares two profound learnings that have helped her protect her peace! Tune in to hear about what’s been on Vic’s mind lately, and her favorite practices for managing overwhelming seasons of life.Related Episodes:Aubrey & Corporate Natalie are Back!! 2023 Recap & 2024 Goal SettingThe Art Of Happiness: How Jeffrey Saad Overcame Deep Trauma To Build A Life Of JoyInstagram: @thehiddenopponentSponsors:AG1: www.drinkag1.com/realpodBite Toothpaste www.trybite.com/REALPOD or use code REALPOD for 20% off!BetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off your first month of online therapy!Cozy Earth www.cozyearth.com/Quince www.quince.com/realpod for FREE shipping and returns!Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kaitlyn Bristowe is Vic’s idea of success; she’s an entrepreneur, content creator, podcaster, and truly one of the realest women on the internet. So, get ready for an instant mood boost! Vic and Kaitlyn really cover it all - from Kaitlyn’s new iconic bob, Botox and beauty standards to her successful career post reality TV and honest journey with mental health. Kaitlyn gives insight into how she navigates haters on social media, comparison and body dysmorphia, the woo-woo practices that help get her out of doomsday thoughts, where she struggles in relationships, and her thoughts on being a mom one day. Enter this high vibe, candid girl chat and be inspired by what can happen when you prioritize yourself and stay focused on your own happiness! Make sure to check out Victoria’s episode on Kaitlyn’s podcast, Off the Vine, if you love this one.Instagram: @kaitlynbristowePodcast: Off the VineRelated Episode:How To Talk To Kids About Food, Preserve Their Natural Hunger Cues, & Avoid Passing Down Disordered Eating Habits w/ Children’s Nutritionist Jennifer AndersonSponsors:Vionic www.vionicshoes.com/realpodTruly www.trulyhardseltzer.com/locationsLMNT www.drinkLMNT.com code REALPODQuince www.quince.com/realpod for FREE shipping and returns!Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Four flights, two stadiums, one magical weekend: Vic and Max are recapping the most wild experience traveling from LA to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Tokyo, Japan to the Super Bowl with Priceline! In this episode, Victoria and Max are dishing all about this once in a lifetime opportunity as a couple, and answering your most pressing questions like: How did this even come about? How did you handle the jet lag? Thoughts on Kelce shoving Andy Reid? Did you see Taylor at the Super Bowl? Vic shares some honest BTS of what it’s really like balancing these unbelievable experiences with posting content in real time. Plus, hear their overall impression of Japan, including their top food and sightseeing recommendations in Tokyo. If you were following along on IG all weekend, tune in to hear even more details from this unforgettable weekend!Sponsors:AG1BetterhelpTrulyProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.