The Balanced Badass Podcast®

The Balanced Badass Podcast® is the show for high-achieving professionals who want to prevent burnout, master work-life balance, and stay badass without losing their sanity.

Each episode, we’re not just tackling your overflowing calendar and keeping your household on track; we’re getting into burnout prevention and recovery strategies so that you have time to breathe, laugh, and savor that much-needed glass of wine at the end of the day.

Think of this podcast as your regular dose of practical advice, a touch of humor, and a little tough love, like catching up with a friend who just gets it. Whether you’re navigating burnout, balancing meetings and meal prep, or carving out moments of self-care, this is the space where we figure it out together.

Disclaimer: My content is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. For serious concerns, please consult a qualified provider.

Podcasting since 2024 • 54 episodes

The Balanced Badass Podcast®

Latest Episodes

No, Women Didn’t Ruin the Workplace with Alison Campbell

A 2025 New York Times piece asked whether women have "ruined the workplace," blaming flexibility and empathy for what's broken.Alison Campbell, founder of unBurnt® and former Chief of Staff turned leadership researcher, joins me to set t...

April 16, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 52 • 45:07

Why Being the Chief Everything Officer is Killing Your Career with Alli Murphy

In this episode, we sit down with Alli, founder of Work and Thrive HQ, to talk about how you can get trapped in the Chief Everything Officer role where you’re being the default for everything, saying yes by default, stepping in because it’s fas...

April 02, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 51 • 41:15

Know Who You Are Before Deciding What You Do with Elizabeth Galbreath

Most of us built our careers around answers we gave before we really knew ourselves. Elizabeth has a front-row seat to how that plays out. She's an HR pro and founder of Cultivate Growth Co., who works with early career professionals every day....

March 19, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 50 • 45:54

The One Investment Strategy Nobody Teaches High Achievers

In this episode, Tara breaks down the neuroscience of why burnout kills your joy, and why "just take a vacation" is some of the worst advice anyone can give. If you've ever sat on a free Saturday feeling nothing, or noticed that you can't...

March 05, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 49 • 21:02

Effective Tools for Stress Reduction with Audrey Rose

Feeling like you're constantly running on empty? In this episode, registered nurse and nervous system regulation coach Audrey Rose breaks down what it really means to regulate your nervous system—and no, it's not about being zen 24/7 or quittin...

February 19, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 48 • 46:43