Tell Me More with Nicole Walters

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Opinions are easy, understanding takes work. What if everything you think you know about “those people”… is wrong? Welcome to Tell Me More with Nicole Walters - the unfiltered, judgment-free zone where curiosity leads and honest conversations follow. In a world shaped by echo chambers and algorithms, it’s easy to form opinions about people we’ve never actually met. The sugar baby. The trans woman. The undocumented immigrant. The reality TV star. We’ve heard about them but have we ever heard from them? That’s what this show is all about. Born out of Nicole’s 2020 Tough Talk Series, Tell Me More is a space where we refuse to make the world smaller and scarier. There’s no room for hate, racism, or bigotry here—but there’s plenty of room for bold, uncomfortable, and deeply human conversations. Each week, Nicole sits down with the people you’re most curious about and asks the questions you’ve been too afraid (or too filtered) to ask. It’s raw. It’s candid. It’s not about changing your mind - it’s about giving you the real story so you can make up your own. You’ll also hear updates on Nicole’s life, business, and family but at its core, this show is a place to listen well, grow together, and build confidence in your own character. So if you’re ready to break out of your bubble, challenge your assumptions, and hear directly from the source… This is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Tell Me More with Nicole Walters—available wherever you get your podcasts. ]]>

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September 5, 202651 min

How to Recognize Spiritual Abuse and Trust God Again (with Anita Albert-Watson)

How do you know when God is asking you to hold on… and when He’s asking you to let go? Pastor and coach Anita Albert-Watson is here to chat about faith, spiritual abuse, discernment, and what it looks like to trust God when something just doesn’t feel right. After watching Death of a Pastor’s Wife, Anita and I unpack what we saw through her perspective as both an ordained pastor and a pastor’s wife. From the red flags of unhealthy church leadership to what happens when scripture and spiritual authority are used to manipulate instead of guide, Anita has a lot to share. But this chat goes far beyond one documentary... We’re talking about the moments when you know something needs to change but you’re afraid that letting go means you’re giving up. Anita shares her own experience of stepping away from ministry, finding a new assignment, and learning that leaving one season behind doesn’t necessarily mean leaving your calling behind. We’re chatting about: How to recognize spiritual abuse and unhealthy church leadership Why spiritual authority should always come with accountability The difference between trusting a pastor and knowing scripture for yourself How to strengthen your discernment when something feels wrong Knowing when God may be releasing you from one assignment and leading you toward another How to hear God when you’re in a season of transition and don’t know what comes next If you’ve experienced church hurt, questioned whether you can trust your own discernment, or found yourself wondering whether God is asking you to stay, leave, or simply take the next step, this chat is for you. Tell Me More: Connect with Anita on Substack: https://substack.com/@anitaalbertwatson Connect with Nicole on Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com Find The Bible Project at https://www.youtube.com/@bibleproject Episode Sponsors: Go to http://bioptimizers.com/nicole and use code NICOLE for 15% off your entire order, plus a free travel size bottle of Masszymes - BiOptimizers' best-selling digestive enzyme — added to your order automatically. Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

August 25, 202632 min

How to Get More Clients Without Posting More Content

"The message that you will only see proper and consistent success if you have a crazy number of eyes on you is one of the biggest lies you've ever been told." If you’re building a business right now and wondering why the strategies that used to work suddenly aren’t working anymore, you’re not imagining it. The game has changed but that doesn’t mean it’s over. In this chat, I’m breaking down one of the biggest lies entrepreneurs have been sold: that you need more followers, more views, more content, and more visibility to make more money. You don’t. Social media can absolutely help grow your business, but it should be a way, not the way. Instead of chasing algorithms and constantly trying to get in front of more people, I’m sharing why your focus needs to shift back to the fundamentals that build sustainable businesses. Yes, we're talking sales, relationships, repeat customers, and knowing exactly how much money you actually need to make. Don't Miss This Chat On: Why more followers don't automatically mean more money How to grow a business without relying on social media Why sales skills matter more than learning the latest algorithm The 1,000 True Fans strategy and what it means for your business How to calculate your true income goal and reverse engineer your sales Why going deep with the audience you already have can beat constantly chasing more visibility How real relationships create a more sustainable business You do not need to go viral to build a business that works. You need the right people, a product you believe in, and the willingness to actually ask for the sale. It’s not over yet. If you understand the game, you can stay in it. Connect with Nicole: Work with Nicole On Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters On YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

August 21, 202637 min

The Girlboss Era Is Dead and Hustle Culture Is Next

The girlboss era is officially dead. But did we swing too far in the other direction? For years, we were told to hustle harder, optimize ourselves, build the business, chase the dream, and wear burnout like a badge of honor. Then came the backlash... the soft life, quiet ambition, anti-work, and the idea that maybe we should just give it all up and move to Bali. But y’all… where is the middle? Today, I’m talking about what girlboss culture got right, what we were sold that was completely wrong, and why I don’t think the answer to hustle culture is giving up on ambition altogether. We Chat About: Why girlboss culture and hustle culture ultimately led so many women to burnout How the soft life and performative rest became the backlash to constant hustling The difference between optimizing yourself and building better systems around your goals Why social media gives us such an unrealistic picture of both success and rest What entrepreneurship actually looks like behind the scenes right now How to define ambition, success, work, and rest on your own terms If you’re tired of feeling like you have to choose between being the girlboss who works herself into the ground or giving it all up for the soft life… if business feels harder right now and you’re wondering if you’re doing something wrong… if you’re trying to figure out what ambition looks like in this next chapter… this chat is for you. Connect with Nicole: On Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters On YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Explore viral bestsellers and products for healthier hair of ALL types at baskandlatherco.com . Go to http://bioptimizers.com/nicole and use code NICOLE to get 15% off your entire order and a free travel size bottle of Masszymes - BiOptimizers' best-selling digestive enzyme — added to your order. This is a limited time offer and while supplies last. Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

August 11, 202636 min

Why Every Content Creator Needs an Exit Strategy

Being a content creator looks like the dream job right now. Share your life. Build an audience. Make money online. Maybe even turn your platform into an entire career. But after being on social media since the VERY early days of Facebook, I have some thoughts about what this career actually looks like… and what I wish more people understood before jumping in... We Chat About: How social media has changed since the early days of Facebook Why becoming a content creator isn't as glamorous as it looks The criticism, judgment, and expectations creators face online Why you need an intention AND an exit strategy before building your career on social media What Miss Rachel gets right about building a platform around a bigger mission Why more followers and visibility don't necessarily equal more impact How to build something meaningful without becoming beholden to an algorithm If you're building a business online, dreaming about becoming a creator, or wondering why social media just doesn't feel the way it used to, this chat is for you. Because if there's one thing I've learned after all these years online, it's this: the algorithm will change, the attention will change, the money will change, and eventually, this chapter will too. Connect with Nicole: On Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters On YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Visit MyAlloy.com and use the code NICOLE to get $20 off your first order. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

August 4, 20261 hr 24 min

The Internet is Wild! Hot Takes with Alex Csillag

There are two kinds of people in this world... people who think it's totally normal to let a toddler roam a public park while "the village" watches them AND people like me This week, Alex joins me for one of my favorite kinds of episodes as we unpack the wildest conversations happening over on Threads. From parenting debates and relationship hot takes to why checking your partner's phone is absolutely not the flex some people think it is, we're saying exactly what we think. We also get into the great garlic powder crisis, Mercury retrograde, and why "Threads Nicole" might just be be Alex's favorite version of me. If you've ever read something online and thought, "Wait... am I the crazy one?" this chat is for you. Come laugh with us, disagree with us, and maybe send me a Thread afterward. I want to hear where you land. We Chat About: The parenting debate that had everyone on Threads asking who should really be watching the kids Whether "the village" actually exists when you're raising children today The difference between trust, intuition, and control in a healthy marriage The internet's funniest (and most unhinged) hot takes on Threads The surprisingly serious conversation about childcare, parenting, and modern family life Connect with Nicole: Read Context is Everything: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Alloy is the only menopause platform with a scalp-to-lash hair care solution. Visit myalloy.com and use code NICOLE for $20 off your first order! Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 28, 202650 min

About... The Free Cheat Code to Winning as a Business Owner (with Arthur Csillag)

If you're an entrepreneur you've probably heard that you need the perfect marketing strategy, a bigger audience, and the latest social media hack to build a successful business. But what if the real marketing secret is... your reputation? This week, I'm sitting down with someone who's had a front row seat to that truth for more than 40 years... my father-in-law, Arthur Csillag. He's spent decades building a thriving law practice without chasing followers, algorithms, or personal branding. Instead, he built something even more valuable: trust. And honestly? This chat reminded me that some of the best business advice doesn't come from the internet. It comes from people who've quietly been doing the work for decades. We Chat About: Why your reputation is still your greatest marketing strategy How Arthur built a successful business one client at a time The surprising role anger played in pushing him to become an entrepreneur How to know which clients to say yes to (and which ones to walk away from) Why passion has to come before the paycheck if you want to build something that lasts We also talk about the role his wife, Margaret, played at home AND at work and why the work you do when nobody's watching is often what determines your long-term success. If you've been questioning whether all the hustle, algorithms, and constant pressure to market yourself are really the only way to build a business... this chat may be the reminder you needed! Connect with Nicole: Read Context is Everything: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsor: Visit Luxetribes.com and use code NICOLE at checkout for $100 off eligible group trips. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 1, 202636 min

About... Why More Americans Are Rejecting Both Political Parties (with Dr. Lauren Pinkston)

There's a quiet frustration a lot of us are carrying right now. Somehow politics has become more about picking a team than solving problems and many of us are looking for a way OUT. Maybe you're tired of the culture wars. Maybe you're exhausted by the constant outrage. Maybe you're looking around wondering why nobody seems to be talking about the things that actually impact your daily life… like childcare, the cost of living, and whether your family can afford the future you want for your kids. If that's you, this chat is going to hit home. I sit down with Tennessee gubernatorial candidate, Dr. Lauren Pinkston, for a chat about independent politics, the childcare crisis, and why so many Americans feel politically homeless right now. Because whether you're deeply involved in politics or you've completely checked out, this chat is really about something much bigger: what happens when ordinary people start looking for practical solutions instead of partisan talking points. We Chat About: Why more Americans are identifying as independent voters The childcare crisis and its impact on working families Why women belong in positions of political leadership How political polarization is leaving many voters feeling unheard Why focusing on issues instead of culture wars could change the future of government What it actually means to run as an independent candidate Because no matter where you land politically, I think all of us are looking for the same thing… a little more hope and a lot more honesty. Connect with Lauren: Learn More About Her Campaign: https://pinkstonfortn.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinkstonfortn Connect with Nicole: Work with Nicole: https://nicolewalters.com/work-with-me/ Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

June 26, 202648 min

About Being... Married to a Successful Woman (with Alex Csillag)

Why is it that in so many cases, the moment a woman starts thriving, her partner becomes uncomfortable with her success? I know we can agree that neither partner in a relationship should have to make themselves smaller to keep the relationship working. Today, Alex is back on the podcast and we're chatting through what so many women are quietly experiencing but rarely talk about openly: what happens when a woman starts stepping into her full potential and the people around her struggle to keep up. We're talking about ambition, marriage, success, insecurity, and why so many high-achieving women are told to dim their light in order to make other people comfortable. We Chat About: Why some men feel threatened by a woman's success The difference between a supportive partner and a competitive one How insecurity can quietly sabotage relationships and marriages The truth about being a high-achieving woman in today's dating and marriage landscape Alex shares his take on navigating marriage, building your individual dreams while growing together, and what it actually looks like to support your partner without losing yourself in the process. And whew… there were a few moments in this chat that had both of us saying, "Why aren't we talking about this more?" If you've ever questioned whether your ambition makes you "too much"… if you've ever been told to play small, dim your light, or lower your standards… if you're trying to build relationships that can grow alongside your success instead of being threatened by it… this episode is for you. Connect with Alex: Website: https://alexcsillag.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex_csillag Connect with Nicole: Work with Nicole: https://nicolewalters.com/work-with-me/ Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters WATCH the Tell Me More podcast: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

June 21, 202644 min

About.... Getting Hired Faster in a Tough Job Market (with Rayla Bailey)

Y’all… can we be honest for a second? The internet has some of us convinced that nobody is hiring, every job posting is fake, AI is taking over, and the only path forward is to quit your job and become an entrepreneur. But what if that’s not actually true? In this chat I sit down with career strategist and executive coach, Rayla Bailey for a conversation about layoffs, career transitions, salary negotiation, networking, LinkedIn, and what it really takes to get hired in today’s job market. Because whether you're feeling stuck in your current role, wondering if you're underpaid, navigating a layoff, or quietly dreaming about your next chapter, this chat is packed with practical advice and a healthy dose of hope. ✨ We Chat About: Why Rayla tells job seekers to stay off the internet after a layoff The biggest mistake professionals make when they start looking for a new job How networking actually works in today's hiring market Whether LinkedIn is still worth your time What career coaches recommend doing before you ever need a new job If you've ever told yourself: "Nobody is hiring." "I'll update my resume when I need it." "It's too hard to get a new job." Friend... this chat is for you. Connect with Rayla Bailey: Website: https://rayla.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raylabailey/ Connect with Nicole: Read Context is Everything: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters WATCH the Tell Me More podcast: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: If you're ready to finally sleep great and feel like yourself again, head to bioptimizers.com/nicole and use my exclusive code NICOLE to get 15% off any order. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/NICOLE , and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

June 9, 202647 min

About... The Comeback Era (with Yasmine Cheyenne)

Have you ever built a life that looks amazing on paper... and still found yourself wondering, "Why doesn't this feel the way I thought it would?" Friend, this conversation hit me right in the chest. Today I'm sitting down with my real life friend, Yasmine Cheyenne, to talk about her new book, The Comeback Era, but this is NOT a typical book interview. This is a chat about what happens when you've done everything "right" and still find yourself burned out, exhausted, disconnected, or questioning the life you've worked so hard to build. We Chat About: What to do when you've checked all the boxes but still feel stuck The difference between being full and being fulfilled How to stop living in fix-it mode and learn to trust yourself through uncertainty The power of using "and" instead of blame to take ownership of your next chapter What it really means to enter your comeback era and create a life that feels aligned, not just impressive Yasmine shares her own journey through burnout, identity shifts, perfectionism, fear of failure, and learning how to stop proving her worth through productivity. We talk about marriage, career changes, self-trust, vulnerability, and the uncomfortable truth that sometimes the biggest thing standing between us and the life we want is our willingness to tell ourselves the truth. And whew... there were several moments in this conversation where I felt personally attacked in the best possible way. If you've ever found yourself wondering whether you're actually happy... if you're tired of performing, pushing, and proving... if you're standing at the edge of a major life transition and wondering what's next... this chat is for you. Connect with Yasmine: Grab the new book, The Comeback Era: https://yasminecheyenne.com/books Follow Yasmine on IG at https://www.instagram.com/yasminecheyenne Grab Deesha Dyer's book here: https://www.deeshadyer.com/undiplomatic-the-book Connect with Nicole: On her *new* Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters WATCH Tell Me More: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Explore viral bestsellers and products of healthier hair of ALL types from Bask and Lather. Go to baskandlatherco.com and use code NICOLE for 20% off. Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .