Archives: Captivate Podcasts

Before Beauty Revival, there was my “first-born child”—the Beauty Ammo Kit. 💗

In this episode, I’m sharing the wild story of how I created Beauty Ammo to solve a problem I saw every day as a makeup artist—and how word of mouth took it from a Las Vegas beauty show to HSN, Rodeo Drive and Hollywood makeup trailers, including Dancing with the Stars.

Beauty Ammo has evolved over the years, but my philosophy hasn’t: I don’t chase beauty trends. I solve real problems.

Come behind the scenes for the celebrity stories, crazy opportunities and beauty-business lessons that turned one little idea into a product that has truly stood the test of time.

What if the thing you’re craving isn’t another cocktail, another shopping spree, more attention—or even a man?

We live in a culture that has turned Happy Hour into a coping strategy. Bad day? Have a drink. Lonely? Go out. Stressed? Shop. Bored? Scroll. Want connection? Sit at the bar and hope something—or someone—interesting shows up.

In this episode of Beauty Revival, MB challenges women to trade unconscious coping for intentional living by planning their “Holy Hours” before life gets the chance to derail them.

A Holy Hour doesn’t have to happen in church. It might be Bible study, a massage, a workout, a painting or cooking class, dinner and mocktails with girlfriends, an online course, volunteering, or simply putting yourself in rooms where genuine friendship and connection can grow. The idea is simple: plan ahead for the things that calm your nervous system, feed your soul, ignite your creativity and move you toward your purpose.

MB also tackles another thing women are still conditioned to chase: the man. What if finding him isn’t the assignment? What if building your life is? Instead of sitting on the proverbial barstool waiting to be chosen, build your relationship with God, your friendships, your health, your mission and the life you’re called to live—and trust God with who He brings into it.

This isn’t about taking the fun out of life or declaring that everyone who enjoys a cocktail has a problem. It’s about asking a bigger question:

What are you really thirsty for?

It’s time to stop building a life you constantly need to escape from and start intentionally creating a life of substance—not substance abuse.

Welcome to the Beauty Revival Wellness Way.

Whiskey Sours, Ski Boots & Signs from Sweet Home Chicago

What happens when you spend three minutes talking about ski boots—and later that day, a pair literally appears on the sidewalk? Or when your mom says she needs bottled water, and minutes later a single bottle is sitting upright in the middle of the street, blocking your path?

In this episode of Beauty Revival, I’m taking you home to Chicago for a weekend filled with family stories, Giordano’s pizza, Whiskey Sours, a hilarious new neighbor, pink flamingos, flickering lights—and some pretty wild reminders about the power of what we think, speak and focus on.

I’m also sharing the special journal I gave my mom that reminded me to ask the questions while the people we love are still here to answer them, plus a beautiful prayer spoken over my family before I left and the “supernatural peace of Jesus” that seemed to follow us all the way to Chicago.

From Romans 12:2 and renewing our minds to those little signs that make you wonder if God is saying, I see you. I’m still here. Keep going—this episode is about paying attention to what we’re speaking over our lives while we wait for the bigger prayers to be answered.

And, of course, after Whiskey Sours and blueberry-lemon wine spritzers, it’s back to Arizona, celery juice, infrared sauna and full Beauty Revival detox mode. 😂

Careful what you talk about… it might just show up.

Birthday Miracles, Pink Flamingos & Leopard Blankets

When God Shops at HomeGoods

What if the little things you’ve been praying about, thinking about—or even just secretly wanting—aren’t little to God at all?

In this birthday episode of Beauty Revival, MB shares a hilarious and heartwarming string of perfectly timed “coincidences” involving HomeGoods, pink flamingos, leopard everything, a very specific protein powder, unexpected gifts and the unmistakable feeling that God was in the details.

It’s also a reminder for those seasons when you’re encouraging everyone else to trust God…while quietly struggling to trust Him yourself.

Sometimes miracles arrive as the big breakthrough you’ve been praying for. And sometimes they show up in the most unexpected places—with a price tag, a leopard print and a wink from God.

Because when you start paying attention, you may realize He’s been showing up all along.

Birthday Miracles, Pink Flamingos & Leopard Fur

When God Shops at HomeGoods

What if the little things you’ve been praying about, thinking about—or even just secretly wanting—aren’t little to God at all?

In this birthday episode of Beauty Revival, MB shares a hilarious and heartwarming string of perfectly timed “coincidences” involving HomeGoods, pink flamingos, leopard everything, a very specific protein powder, unexpected gifts and the unmistakable feeling that God was in the details.

It’s also a reminder for those seasons when you’re encouraging everyone else to trust God…while quietly struggling to trust Him yourself.

Sometimes miracles arrive as the big breakthrough you’ve been praying for. And sometimes they show up in the most unexpected places—with a price tag, a leopard print and a wink from God.

Because when you start paying attention, you may realize He’s been showing up all along.

Triggering Things People Say (And Why They Matter)

Why do certain comments stick with us while others roll right off our backs?

In this episode of Beauty Revival, MB shares the everyday conversations that make her want to change the subject—from “At our age…” and “Have you lost weight?” to diet talk, relationship questions, and the subtle ways people unintentionally invite us into fear, comparison, or decline.

Through funny, honest, and sometimes uncomfortable personal stories, she explores why the words we repeat—and the conversations we choose to have—matter more than we realize.

This isn’t about being offended.

It’s about protecting your mindset, choosing better conversations, and creating relationships that leave you feeling encouraged instead of diminished.

From Buzzed to Balanced: What Are We Really Drinking For?

What happens when one blueberry beer unexpectedly makes you miss a version of your life you thought you’d left behind?

In this episode of Beauty Revival, MB shares a simple summer moment that opened up a much bigger conversation about alcohol, nostalgia, connection, and the feelings we sometimes attach to a drink. As she explores why she barely drinks anymore, she asks a different question: What are we really drinking for?

Is it the alcohol we miss—or the freedom, fun, connection, escape, and possibility we associate with it?

From changing habits and shifting priorities to finding healthier ways to feel alive, connected, and present, Beer of the Unknown is a candid look at what can happen when we stop automatically reaching for what’s familiar and become curious about what we’re actually looking for.

There was only one empty seat left at the bar…and what happened next became one of those moments I’ll never forget.

In this episode, I’m sharing a surprising celebrity story, an unexpected encounter, and a reminder that some of life’s most meaningful conversations happen when you least expect them.

Whether you’ve ever felt overlooked, surprised by God’s timing, or simply love a good story, I think you’ll enjoy this one.

What if the habits people mistake for vanity are actually the very things protecting your peace?

In this episode, I share why my daily walks, healthy eating, strength training, making my bed, keeping a clean home, and even wearing makeup have far less to do with appearance than they do with creating a life that supports my physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

As someone who has navigated autoimmune challenges, grief, entrepreneurship, and life’s unexpected detours, I’ve learned that wellness isn’t just about what we eat or how we exercise. It’s also about the boundaries we keep, the people we allow into our lives, the environments we create, and the routines that help us thrive.

Join me as we explore the difference between chasing perfection and protecting your peace—and why sometimes the most beautiful thing you can do is prioritize your sanity over your vanity.

Because true beauty begins from the inside out… and a healthy, peaceful life is always in style.

This week on Beauty Revival, I’m sharing some honest reflections from a season of grief, friendship, and unexpected clarity.

After losing my beloved Daisy, I’ve found myself thinking a lot about love, loyalty, and why animals often make life feel so much simpler than people do. Grief has a way of stripping away the noise and helping us see relationships more clearly—and that’s exactly what happened for me.

In this episode, I revisit the concept of “closing loops” and share two very different friendship stories. One conversation strengthened a friendship because the other person was willing to listen, engage, and respond with humility. The other confirmed what I had been sensing for years and ultimately brought a relationship to an end.

We’ll also talk about the difference between humility and self-erasure. Is being humble the same as making yourself invisible? Does kindness require you to minimize your gifts, your accomplishments, or your contributions? As someone who has spent years building a business, writing a book, hosting a podcast, and serving others through the beauty industry, I’ve been reflecting on what it means to be seen accurately—and why so many people struggle with feeling overlooked.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, unappreciated, excluded, or taken for granted, this conversation is for you.

Because humility isn’t pretending you don’t matter.

And healthy relationships don’t require you to disappear.

Let’s talk about grief, friendship, boundaries, and the freedom that comes from seeing people—and yourself—more clearly.