Actual* Experts

• WTF is... Therapy?! (EMDR, Ketamine, and everything in between) ft. Licensed Therapist, Kristina Spurlock

  In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with licensed EMDR therapist Kristina Spurlock, MA, LMHC to pull back the curtain on what really happens in therapy. Kristina explains the science behind EMDR - from eye movements to somatic cues - and shares her honest take on ChatGPT as a “therapist” and the rise of buzzwords like triggered and gaslighting. Whether you’ve been in therapy for years or are just curious, this episode is your crash course in what modern mental health care really looks like.01:00 – Intro & Actual Stats18:50 – WTF does it take to become a therapist? 25:30 – The science of reprocessing memories & somatic responses28:30 – WTF is EMDR? How eye movement therapy works, step-by-step43:30 – Can AI or ChatGPT replace therapy? Kristina’s take46:00 – Finding affordable therapy: insurance, sliding scales & support groups48:00 – How to find a good therapist, wherever you are51:30 – Are we over-therapizing ourselves? The rise of TikTok therapy55:00 – WTF is Ketamine-assisted therapy? When it helps and how it works1:04:30 – DebriefFind Kristina at www.healthinsightcounseling.com/ or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/healthinsightcounseling/.Find therapists globally at psychologytoday.com/ and licensed EMDR therapists at www.emdria.org/.Keywords: therapy, EMDR therapy, trauma healing, mental health, mental wellness, ketamine therapy, psilocybin therapy, anxiety, depression, PTSD, somatic therapy, finding a therapist, how to start therapy, talk therapy, women’s mental health, alternative therapy, modern therapy, EMDR explained, Actual Experts podcast

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• WTF is... Blockchain and Crypto?! Ft. Elaine Asher, Co-Founder of Eve Wealth

  In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Elaine Asher - crypto veteran and Co-Founder of Eve Wealth - to demystify blockchain, cryptocurrency, and why women can’t afford to sit this one out. After nearly a decade in the industry, Elaine shares how blockchain is reshaping finance, what Bitcoin actually is, how to start investing (safely), and why crypto isn’t just for “bros with Lambos.” From volatility to environmental myths to women’s wealth creation, she breaks it all down, and explains why getting “off zero” might be the smartest financial move you make this year.00:45 - Intro & Actual Stats14:00 - Why Elaine left JP Morgan for the crypto world17:30 - WTF is blockchain? (In plain english)32:45 - WTF does ‘decentralized’ mean?41:45 - WTF is a NFT?45:25 - Why women should care about crypto50:35 - How much should I invest, and how do I get started?57:00 - Common crypto myths debunked (energy, criminals & more)01:07:30 - “Get off zero” - Elaine’s one message for every woman01:09:00 - DebriefFind Elaine at www.evewealth.com/, on Twitter, and on Instagram.Click here for The Little Bitcoin Book.

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• WTF is... Birth?! Ft. Jessica Diggs, Licensed Midwife

  In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Jessica Diggs, licensed midwife and birth educator based in Los Angeles, to unpack one of life’s most universal - and intimidating - experiences: BIRTH. From inductions and epidurals to vaginal flora and the “10 cm hole” myth, Jessica helps demystify what actually happens in our bodies during labor, and why the best birth plan is simply one where you feel safest. Whether you’re a future mom, a partner, already a parent, or just curious about how the ‘miracle of life’ really works, we promise everyone will learn something from this one.00:00 - Intro & Actual Stats12:00 - WTF is a midwife, and how is it different from a doula?35:30 - Why are elective C-sections common in some cultures?42:30 - Vaginal vs. C-section birth: what differences does it make for both mom and baby?45:00 - Epidurals: what they do and when to get one (or not!)48:30 - WTF is actually happening in your body during labor?01:00:00 - Partners 101: how to show up during labor01:05:00 - WTF is a water birth?01:12:00 - DebriefYou can find Jessica at www.jessicadiggs.com, at her birthing center in LA www.moxiecare.com/birth, or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/jessicaadiggs.

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• WTF is... A Prenup?! With Alexa Turner, JD

  In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Alexa Turner - Toronto-based Family Lawyer, Collaborative Practitioner, and Accredited Family Mediator - to unpack one of the most misunderstood (and anxiety-inducing) parts of modern marriages: the prenup. From what prenups actually are, who actually needs one, to how to navigate the emotional, financial, and legal realities behind them, Alexa explains how couples can approach “marriage contracts” with clarity and compassion. 00:30 – Intro & Actual Stats17:00 – WTF is a mediator? And why Alexa practices ‘collaborative’ law24:00 – WTF is a prenup? What it covers, and what it doesn’t31:00 – How to navigate family pressure to sign39:00 – Should every couple get a prenup? Who really needs one, and who doesn’t45:00 – Do prenups actually make couples feel more secure?49:00 – What to ask before hiring a lawyer (and red flags to watch for)52:30 – How much does it cost, and how long does it take?01:01:00 – DebriefFind Alexa at www.resolvedr.com/ or your own Collaborative Practitioner at www.collaborativepractice.com/.

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• WTF is... Venture Capital?! With Lemme and Oatly investor, Anna Whiteman

  In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Anna Whiteman, venture capitalist and consumer growth investor at Coefficient Capital, to demystify the world of VC. From angel investing and valuations to what a board seat really means, Anna explains how deals get done, why picking the right investor is like dating, and what founders should know before raising capital. She also shares stories from investing in some of our fav household brands like Drunk Elephant, Vacation, and Kourtney Kardashian’s Lemme, plus how her Rad Ladies network is all about women supporting women.01:00 - Intro & Actual Stats13:30 - How Anna got into VC without studying #finance17:30 - What does “consumer” mean in investing?19:00 - WTF is venture capital? Explained via Vacation sunscreen25:00 - How VC funds make money (equity, exits, and 4x returns)29:00 - Funding rounds explained: Seed, Series A, B, C30:00 - WTF is a valuation? How do investors know how much to pay?40:00 - Who can invest in VC funds?50:30 - Anna’s career advice: play to your strengths & do what fills your cup58:30 - Debrief

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