Morning Waltz with Alisa Walters
Morning Waltz is a weekly podcast that holds space for honest conversations with women who are reshaping the narrative—around identity, healing, power, and purpose. Hosted by Alisa Walters, a 40-something former casting producer turned podcast host, each episode invites you to slow down, speak up, and explore the beautiful tension between vulnerability and strength. Equal parts funny, raw, and deeply relatable, Morning Waltz is the conversation you wish you had last night over wine (but now you’re having it over coffee).
Episodes
16 episodes
Morning Waltz - The Split: Reclaiming Yourself After Divorce with Laila Aitken
This week, I’m sitting down with Laila Aitken, a divorce coach based in Los Angeles, to talk about what divorce really looks and feels like.We get into the emotional rollercoaster, the overthinking, the identity shift—and how to...
Morning Waltz - Renovating in Public: A Conversation with Nicole Moering
In this episode, we talk with Nicole Moering, the creator behind the popular Instagram account “Nicole Likes Cake.” Nicole has built a devoted following of nearly 30,000 people by documenting the renovation of her historic home in the Chestnut ...
Morning Waltz-From Miss Philadelphia to Soft Girl Coach: Tynecia Wilson’s Path to Empowerment
In this episode of Morning Waltz, Alisa sits down with Tynecia Wilson, an educator, advocate, former Miss Philadelphia, and self-described soft girl coach who is helping women rethink what strength and success lo...
Morning Waltz-Built From Scratch: The Philly PR Girl Story
In this episode, I sit down with Kate Marlys, founder of Philly PR Girl, to talk about what it really takes to build a bold, buzzworthy brand. Kate shares her journey from Philly roots to launching her own public relations agency, the power of ...
Morning Waltz-Late Bloomer: A Conversation with Allora Dannon Campbell
In this episode of Morning Waltz, I’m joined by Allora Dannon Campbell for a conversation about being a late bloomer, redefining timelines, and learning to trust your own unfolding. We talk about growth, self-acceptance, and what it me...
Morning Waltz-Gender, Work, and the Data Behind Our Choices: A Conversation with Dr. Corinne Low
In this episode of Morning Waltz, I’m joined by Dr. Corinne Low, Associate Professor at Wharton and author of Having It All. We explore what the data really tells us about women’s lives—work, family, ambition, and the t...
Morning Waltz-Advocating for Yourself: A Conversation with Disability Attorney Ashley Jacobson
Alisa welcomes Ashley B. Jacobson — a disability rights attorney, counselor, and lifelong advocate who’s turning hard-earned experience into powerful change. Ashley, who lives with a physical disability herself, shares how she built a le...
Morning Waltz-Kanoa Greene: Adventure is for Every BODY
In this episode, we talk with Kanoa Greene — body-positive fitness trainer, outdoor adventurer, and founder of NAKOA Adventure. Kanoa shares how she’s redefining strength, confidence, and what it means to belong in outdoor spaces....
Morning Waltz-The STFU Girl: Andrea Tamasi on Mental Health, Movement & Not Giving a F*ck
Andrea Tamasi, known online as the STFU Girl, has captured hearts with her raw honesty and fearless content. In this episode, she opens up about her journey with mental health, movement, and body image, sharing how vulnerability has become her ...
Morning Waltz-The Kush Queen: Olivia Sawyer on Pioneering in Cannabis
Olivia Sawyer, famously known as the Kush Queen, shares her journey as one of the early female pioneers in the cannabis industry. From breaking barriers in a male-dominated space to building a legacy in the world of cannabis, Olivia opens up ab...
Morning Waltz-Healing, Humor and the Human Body: A Conversation with Priyanka Wali, M.D.
In this episode of Morning Waltz, Alisa sits down with Dr. Priyanka Wali — a physician, comedian, and advocate for sensitive, patient-centered care. They explore psychedelics, obesity, and internal medicine through the lens of humor an...
Morning Waltz-Beyond the Villain: Vanessa Papa from The Ultimatum on Life After Reality TV
Vanessa Papa became one of The Ultimatum: Queer Love’s most talked-about cast members—labeled the “villain” by viewers and the internet alike. In this episode of Morning Waltz, she opens up about what really happened behind th...
Morning Waltz: A Little Nudge with Dating Coach Erika Ettin
Modern dating can feel like a full-time job — but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, dating coach Erika Ettin shares no-nonsense, practical advice for building genuine connections, showing up authentically, and keeping your heart open ...
Morning Waltz- Living with Endo: Turning Pain into Purpose with Casey Berna, LCSW
Today’s guest is Casey Berna. She’s a licensed therapist, a fierce endometriosis advocate, and a woman who has turned her pain into purpose.In this episode, we talk about what it means to live with a chronic illness, how the medical syst...
Morning Waltz-Freedom Beyond Diet Culture with Chrissy King
Today’s guest is someone whose voice has been a guiding light in the wellness world — not because she’s selling a quick fix or a flawless aesthetic, but because she’s telling the truth. Chrissy King is a writer, speaker, fitness coach, and the ...
Morning Waltz: Episode 1- From OCD to Online Trends: Spenser Field Gets Real
Spenser Field, affectionately known as thirdpea to her nearly 40K followers, is a creator who blends humor, honesty, and heart. From sharing her journey with OCD to life with her dogs and trying out the internet’s latest trends, Spense...