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Living The Authentic Life

Podcast Living The Authentic Life
Living The Authentic Life
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  • Ep# 132 with Jewelry Designer Christina Greene McAllen
    Episode #132 with Jewelry Designer Christina Greene McAllen This week on Living the Authentic Life, we sit down with Christina Greene McAllen, the powerhouse behind Christina Greene Jewelry—the brand known for its stunning turquoise and gold designs that blend Western charm with timeless elegance. Christina shares how her jewelry journey began in thrift stores and craft projects as a young girl, eventually leading her to Parsons School of Design in NYC and back home to Houston, where she turned her passion into a thriving business. From the long hours hustling at markets and trade shows, she takes us through the grit, glamour, and behind-the-scenes magic of bringing her designs to life. We also chat about:
💙 The design process—from selecting stones to choosing manufacturers
🐎 Her Rodeo Houston collabs (from necklaces to scarves to handcrafted badge holders)
🏡 The balancing act of running a business while raising a family
🗓 Why Google Calendar is her secret weapon
👢 The romantic backstory behind her custom cowboy boots (spoiler: it involves a proposal!)
⛷ Her love of après-ski and the mountain lifestyle
🏔 How COVID unexpectedly boosted her business in Colorado & Wyoming Plus, we dive into why community matters, the importance of giving back as a business owner, and how Christina is expanding beyond jewelry into hat bands, scarves, and more. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with entrepreneurial wisdom, Houston pride, and a touch of Rodeo sparkle! 🎧✨ #ChristinaGreeneJewelry #WomenInBusiness #HoustonEntrepreneurs #RodeoHouston #LivingTheAuthenticLife
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  • Ep# 131 The Art of Connection with Jeannie & Rob Chandler
    Ep# 131 The Art of Connection with Jeannie & Rob Chandler of Chandler Art Gallery 🎨 For Jeannie and Rob Chandler, art is more than something you hang on a wall—it’s a passion, a conversation, and a bridge between artists and collectors. As longtime art enthusiasts turned gallery owners, the Chandlers share their journey from collectors to curators, driven by their love for art and the artists who create it. In this episode, we dive into: ✨ The artists who inspired them to open Chandler Art Gallery ✨ Why buying art is as personal (and sometimes intimidating) as buying a luxury watch or handbag ✨ The importance of connection—between collectors, artists, and the stories behind each piece ✨ How they guide first-time buyers to find the piece that truly speaks to them ✨ The role of their daughter, a SCAD student, in shaping their artist-first philosophy Plus, Jeannie and Rob share how Houston’s Gallery Row is fostering a thriving, supportive art community and why their goal is to make collecting art approachable, exciting, and—most of all—FUN. "Art should never be intimidating. We want you to walk out with a smile on your face!" – Rob Chandler 🎧 Tune in for an inspiring conversation about passion, creativity, and finding the art that speaks to you!
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  • Ep# 130 Whitney Kuhn Lawson
    Episode #130: Taking the Leap: PR, Philanthropy & Power Moves with Whitney Kuhn Lawson In this episode of Living the Authentic Life, the Contessa sits down with PR powerhouse Whitney Kuhn Lawson, founder of Whitney Kuhn Lawson Public Relations. From working in the high-stakes world of network news to launching her own agency, Whitney shares how she built a career alongside some of the biggest names in media and business—including legends like Fred Smith (founder of FedEx) and Susan Zirinsky (the inspiration for Broadcast News). Whitney opens up about: ✨ Taking the leap from corporate PR to running her own agency ✨ The power of staying connected and nurturing relationships ✨ Her whirlwind love story that led her back to Texas ✨ The changing media landscape and what it means for PR today ✨ Her deeply personal journey with surrogacy and motherhood Whitney and the Contessa also bond over their shared love of fashion, philanthropy, Cavalier King Charles pups, and the art of bringing fascinating people together (looking at you, Drake’s Houston!). Tune in for a conversation filled with wisdom, wit, and plenty of over-prepared PR pro tips! Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Thank you for visiting The Vintage Contessa & Times Past. Subscribe to our channel for a glimpse into the world of luxury living, insights into the authenticity process, and much more. Embrace the luxury of the past and present with The Vintage Contessa & Times Past.
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  • Ep# 129 Sachin Ahluwalia
    Join us for Episode 129 of Living the Authentic Life: A Conversation with Sachin Ahluwalia, Co-Creator of Sachin & Babi. This week we take you on a fashion journey through time talking with Sachin, the creative mind behind the brand Sachin & Babi. We discussed how the brand challenges traditional ways of approaching fashion by creating new rules. They believe fashion isn’t about following trends; it’s about putting a personal twist on things and making them your own. Growing up, Sachin often saw his mother working diligently with garments and textiles. This environment of passion and craftsmanship in India planted the seed for his future in worldwide fashion. Both Sachin and his wife Babi who met and fell in love in college, share a loyalty to this tradition and commitment to creating beautifully tailored pieces from fit to form to fabric. Join us as he shares stories of starting their journey together by knocking on doors and presenting their designs to anyone willing to listen—until they landed on the doorsteps of Oscar de la Renta to Donna Karan and beyond. From honing their craft to pushing boundaries, you will be mesmerized with their passion for fashion, the people on their team, the vibrant Indian culture and the women who wear their designs.
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  • Ep# 128 Scarlett James
    In Episode 128 of the Living the Authentic Life Podcast, we welcome a truly extraordinary guest: Scarlett James, my Godchild and co-founder of The Scarlett Fund at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center(MSK). In 2014, at just 6 years old, Scarlett was diagnosed with stage 4 T-cell lymphoma and underwent over 2 years of chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Her journey, however, didn’t stop with her survival. Instead, Scarlett has turned her personal battle into a mission to help other children facing cancer. According to Dr. Neal Shukla at MSK, “With the help of her family and her community, Scarlett has inspired a philanthropic movement that has raised more than $4.5M for cancer research at MSK Kids, the pediatric cancer program at MSK. Thanks to The Scarlett Fund, every child who walks through the door gets their cancer analyzed at a level that almost no other institution in the world can match.” One of Scarlett’s most touching initiatives is The Scarlett Fund Card Project. During her time in the hospital, friends and classmates sent her cards to show she was not alone in her battle. As Scarlett met other children in the hospital, she started writing cards of love and support, sharing how powerful and comforting it was to have those cards during her own months of treatment. The Scarlett Fund Card Project continues to grow and proudly distributes thousands of cards to children across the world battling cancer. Scarlett’s dedication doesn’t stop there—she also advocates on Capitol Hill, working to pass legislation to allow children with cancer to receive expanded access to therapies. By raising her voice in D.C., Scarlett is fighting for the best possible treatments for young cancer patients and ensuring that life-saving therapies are available to those who need them most. If that wasn’t enough, Scarlett also interned at MSK, where she shadowed leading doctors like oncologist Dr. Diane Ready. Scarlett’s story is a testament to resilience, compassion, and the power of turning personal struggle into advocacy and change. She is not just a survivor—she is a leader, a fighter, and a voice for children everywhere facing the battle of their lives. Tune in to this inspiring episode to hear more about Scarlett’s journey, her work, and her vision for a brighter future for children with cancer.
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