
The Thick Pod
You’ve asked, we’ve answered! Join your two internet besties Michelle (@michellesays) & Kelsey (@itsmekelsc) as we share all the tea we don’t share on TikTok. Empowering conversations, deep dives and special guests!
Episodes
37 episodes
Episode 36: Friendship Breakups
You expect breakups in dating. You don’t expect them with your best friend. This week, Michelle and Kelsey are talking about one of the most gut-wrenching, confusing, and least talked about experiences: the friendship breakup.After Kelse...
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Episode 36
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23:30

Episode 35: It’s Slump Season - How To Pull Yourself Up
We’ve been there and honestly, we still go there. In this week’s episode, Michelle and Kelsey are talking all about the slump. That heavy, stuck, low-energy feeling that so many of us (especially women) go through sometimes without even realizi...
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Episode 35
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34:17

Episode 34: You Do Not Exist For Other People’s Comfort
In this week’s episode, Michelle and Kelsey get real about what it means to evolve in front of an audience and how not everyone is going to love the new version of you. After both sharing recent posts about how some people preferred them in big...
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Episode 34
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44:33

Episode 33: Beauty, Brains & Bora Bora with Brandis Bradley & her bestie Crystal Booth
This week, we’re joined by our radiant, powerhouse friend Brandis Bradley aka @makeupartistatlaw along with her bestie and business baddie Crystal Booth @missfizz_ founder of Fizz Facial Bar!We met Brandis on a Tarte brand trip to Bora...
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Episode 33
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45:59

Episode 32: Our Social Media Icks
This week, Michelle and Kelsey are back for a virtual pod chat and we’re talking icks specifically, social media icks. We share pet peeves that make us want to scroll faster as well as read some of yours! We’re airing it all out. But it’s not j...
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Episode 32
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39:42

Episode 31: The Influencer Burnout Spiral & NYC Controversy
In this episode of The Thick Podcast, Michelle and Kelsey dive into the hot topic of the viral “influencers in New York” video trending currently. They share their thoughts on the conversation surrounding influencers, internet culture, and publ...
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Episode 31
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34:34

Episode 30: Current Events - Reddit Trolls, Blake Lively drama & the TikTok Ban
In this episode, Michelle and Kelsey dive into some wild current events—both personal and pop culture. Kelsey shares her experience after ending up on a Reddit snark thread, how she handles troll comments, and the reality of dealing with online...
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Episode 30
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57:59

Episode 29: Coming Out, Self-Discovery & Building a Healthy Relationship with Food with Nichole (@ohhiitsnichole)
In this episode, Michelle and Kelsey sit down with their good friend Nichole (@ohhiitsnichole) to talk about her journey of self-discovery, coming out as queer after growing up in a deeply religious environment, and how that realization impacte...
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Episode 29
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37:45

Episode 28: Life on GLP-1—Our Maintenance Journey, Workouts & Finding Balance
In this episode, Michelle and Kelsey give a full update on their GLP-1 journey—where they’re at with maintenance after losing over 100 pounds, their current dosages, and what life looks like on the medication now. They also dive into physical a...
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Episode 28
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27:47

Episode 27: HOT TOPICS: Fires, Frenemies & Feeling out of Place
n episode 27 of The Thick Pod, Michelle and Kelsey get candid about the hot topics on their minds. They address the recent devastating Los Angeles fires and the controversy surrounding their attendance on a Tarte trip during such a cha...
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Episode 27
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24:53

Episode 26: Trippin’ with Tarte Tea on Necker Island
In this episode of The Thick Pod, Michelle and Kelsey take you behind the scenes of their second Trippin’ with Tarte to Necker Island —something they never dreamed would happen once, let alone twice. From last-minute invites to unforge...
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Episode 26
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46:51

Episode 25: “Building Brand Relationships and Laughing at Ourselves”
In this episode, Kelsey and Michelle kick things off by sharing some hilariously embarrassing recent stories that are equal parts mortifying and funny. After the giggles, they dive into the world of beauty content creation, sharing tips and tri...
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Episode 25
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35:56

Episode 24: “2025: dream it, plan it, do it”
In this inspiring New Year’s episode, Kelsey and Michelle reflect on their journeys over the past two years, sharing what they wished for themselves and how those dreams evolved into reality. They dive into the power of setting intentional goal...
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Episode 24
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31:33

Episode 23: Holiday Catch-Up & The TikTok Ban: What It Means for Creators
After a much-needed holiday break, Michelle and Kelsey are back with Episode 23 of The Thick Pod! 🎉 We’re catching up on everything from Kelsey’s recent move to how the holidays treated us, and all the chaos in between. Then, we dive i...
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Episode 23
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23:09

Episode 22: Episode Title: Alle Brean aka Influenced Queens on Mastering TikTok Shop
In episode 22 of The Thick Pod, Michelle and Kelsey chat with the incredible Alle Brean (@influencedqueens, @allure_fashion, @alluredbeauty), one of the top creators on TikTok Shop, renowned for her consistent sales success over the past year ...
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Episode 22
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39:33

Episode 21: Live Q&A: Your Questions Answered LIVE!
In episode 21 of The Thick Pod, Michelle and Kelsey go live on TikTok for an interactive Q&A session, tackling questions in real time! We dive into the ever-changing TikTok algorithm, share insights on making an income as content creators, ...
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Episode 21
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28:11

Episode 20: Leveling Up as a Beauty Content Creator with Sonia Elyss
In episode 20 of The Thick Pod, Michelle and Kelsey sit down with beauty marketing consultant and creator mentor Sonia Elyss (@sonia.elyss). With a wealth of experience on the brand side of beauty content creation, Sonia shares her journey and ...
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Episode 20
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51:17

Episode 19: Breaking the Stigma: GLP-1 Weight Loss
In this episode of The Thick Pod, Michelle and Kelsey, joined by guest host Cassie Russek (@cassierussek), open up about their personal journeys with weight loss using GLP-1 medications to treat a disease. They dive deep into how they approach ...
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Episode 19
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59:38

Episode 18: From Disney to Hollywood: Hairstyling for the Big Screen with Cassie Russek
In this episode of the The Thick Pod with Michelle and Kelsey, they sit down with Cassie Russek, (@cassierussek) a film and television hairstylist who’s worked on major films like The Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy. Cassie shares her insp...
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Episode 18
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48:33

Episode 17: Brand Trips, Trolls, and a Juicy New York Prank
In this episode of The Thick Pod, Michelle and Kelsey take you behind the scenes of their recent brand trips to New York! They share all the fun details about their perfect New York night, their first-ever visit to the Hamptons, and a hilarious...
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Episode 17
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35:30

Episode 16: Beyond the Surface: Pretty Privilege & Public Perception
Michelle, Kelsey, and guest host (celebrity makeup artist) Blondie tackle the topic of "pretty privilege" and the impact of public perception. They discuss the shift in treatment that comes with physical appearance changes, explore the pressure...
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Episode 16
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24:21

Episode 15: Breaking the Obesity Bias
Michelle and Kelsey along with guest host (celebrity makeup artist) Blondie for an eye-opening discussion on obesity bias. Kelsey shares personal stories and insights on the pervasive stereotypes and unfair treatment faced by those in larger bo...
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Episode 15
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34:23

Episode 14: Behind the Brush - Celebrity Hair & Makeup Artist Blondie
Join Michelle and Kelsey as they sit down with Blondie, a mega talented Melbourne-to-L.A. celebrity hair and makeup artist, for a very special chat about her journey from Australia to Hollywood. Blondie shares her love for horror films, her ico...
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Episode 14
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38:03

Episode 13: Mirror, Mirror: Navigating Body Dysmorphia
Michelle and Kelsey explore the emotional rollercoaster of dealing with body dysmorphia after a major weight loss. Michelle opens up about her struggles with reconciling her new body with her old self-image, and they discuss loose skin and fluc...
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Episode 13
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29:22

Episode 12: THE HUSBANDS Q&A: PART 2
This one is JUICY! Michelle asks her husband the question she’s always wanted to know - if he had any thoughts on her body before she lost weight and the answer may be surprising! Kelsey asks your questions on if her husband thinks things are d...
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Episode 12
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34:33
