A Splash More

In this episode of A Splash More, Hayley sits down with actress and mother Beverley Mitchell for a grounded conversation about identity, pressure, and what it really means to show up as yourself.From growing up in the spotlight to navigating the expectations that come with it, Beverley shares why she chose to step away from the noise of Los Angeles — and the constant pressure to keep up — to reconnect with what actually matters.Grounded in a deep sense of gratitude for where she is, she reflects on the reality of career ebbs, evolving priorities, and the courage it takes to stop performing for approval. From embracing uncertainty to letting go of perfection — in work, appearance, and even the stories we’re willing to share — this conversation is a reminder that there is strength in being fully yourself.This episode is about releasing the pressure to be everything to everyone, appreciating the season you’re in, and trusting that it’s never too late to step into what’s next.

What does it really take to stay in the game, especially when the expectations aren’t the same for everyone?
Hayley sits down with NFL Network reporter Bridget Condon for a candid conversation about the realities women navigate behind the scenes. From early career experiences that challenge your sense of self, to the pressure of building a career in a highly competitive space.
Bridget shares a defining moment from the beginning of her career that forced her to confront how success is often framed for women, and how that experience shaped the way she shows up today.
Together, they talk about ambition, resilience, and the balancing act of motherhood and career — including the very real fears that can come with stepping away, even temporarily, in an industry that doesn’t slow down.
This episode is about staying in it — even when it’s hard, even when it’s uncomfortable — and redefining what success looks like on your own terms.

What does it really take to move past fear and go after what you want?
In this episode of A Splash More, Hayley sits down with bestselling author and auctioneer Lydia Fenet for a candid conversation about fear, failure, and the mindset required to ask for more and go after what you actually want.
Lydia has spent her career in rooms where the stakes are high and the answer isn’t always guaranteed. Through that experience, she’s learned something most people spend years trying to avoid: rejection is part of the process — and the faster you’re willing to face it, the faster you move forward.
Together, they break down what it looks like to build resilience in real time — from learning how to ask for more, to separating your worth from the outcome, to understanding that confidence isn’t something you wait for… it’s something you build through action.
They also explore the pressure many women feel to get it “right” the first time — and how that pressure often keeps them from starting at all.
This conversation is a reminder that success isn’t about avoiding failure. It’s about becoming someone who knows how to move through it.
Because the people who hear yes aren’t the ones who avoid failure — they’re the ones who got good at it.

In this episode of A Splash More, Hayley sits down with Ami Desai and Robyn Nissim — two women who have built their careers around showing up, sharing their voices, and navigating visibility — for a conversation about the often unspoken phase of growth that stops so many people before they begin.
They unpack the idea of “Cringe Mountain” — that uncomfortable space between where you are and where you’re going — and explore why so many people turn back when things start to feel awkward or uncertain.
This episode explores the fear of being seen, the pressure to feel ready before starting, and the reality that confidence is built through action, not before it.
A conversation about growth, visibility, and learning how to keep going even when it feels uncomfortable.

In this episode of A Splash More, Hayley sits down with Sara Happ — founder of a cult-favorite beauty brand — for an honest conversation about identity, growth, and the power of walking away.
They explore the idea that quitting isn’t always failure — sometimes it’s a decision rooted in clarity, alignment, and self-trust.
But this conversation also expands into something deeper: how women show up for one another. From being a “yes” in a world that often says no, to supporting other women without seeing them as competition, this episode highlights the importance of community alongside personal growth.
Together, they unpack:
The difference between quitting and choosing alignment
Letting go of something that once defined you
The emotional complexity of reinvention
Women supporting women and creating space for each other
Redefining success beyond external validation
This episode is a grounded reflection on what it means to evolve — both individually and collectively.

In this episode of A Splash More, Hayley and Bailey sit down with Phaith Montoya — creator, speaker, and advocate for expanding representation within the plus-size community.
Known for her beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content, Phaith has built a platform rooted in authenticity, using her voice to challenge outdated beauty standards while encouraging more open conversations around body confidence and mental health. A former educator, NAMI brand ambassador, and participant in CBS’s Survivor Influencer Experience, she brings both insight and lived experience to the conversation.
Together, Hayley, Bailey, and Phaith explore the generational shift happening around body image — including the long-standing pressure many women grew up with to “chase skinny,” and how younger generations are beginning to question that narrative entirely.
Throughout the conversation, Phaith reflects on what she hopes people take away from her work: the reminder that our joy and sense of worth were never meant to be measured by numbers — whether it’s the number on a scale, the balance in a bank account, the likes on a post, or the grade on a test.
It’s an honest conversation about identity, confidence, and the evolving relationship women are building with their bodies — and themselves.

In this episode of A Splash More, Hayley sits down with actress and dear friend Melissa Ordway Gaston for a deeply personal conversation about adoption, motherhood, and the love that shapes how families are formed.
Melissa shares the story of welcoming her first daughter through adoption before later becoming a biological mother — a journey that gave her a unique perspective on what it means to build a family. Together, Hayley and Melissa talk openly about the realities of adoption: the emotional complexity, the courage involved for both adoptive families and birth families, and the extraordinary amount of love behind the decision.
At the center of the conversation is a powerful reframing. Melissa shares the message she hopes her daughter — and anyone listening — carries with them: a child’s story is not that they were adopted. Their story is that their life is deeply valuable and meant to be here.
This episode also explores the responsibility adoptive parents carry to honor the full story of adoption — acknowledging both the beauty and the challenges — while ensuring that adopted children grow up knowing they are loved, chosen, and exactly where they are meant to be.
Together, Hayley and Melissa discuss:
What adoption really means for both adoptive and birth familiesThe emotional responsibility of raising an adopted childHow to talk about adoption with honesty and respectReframing the narrative so adoption is not defined by lossWhy every child deserves to know their life is intentional and meaningful
This conversation is honest, thoughtful, and rooted in compassion — a reminder that families are created in many different ways, and every story deserves to be honored.

When the world feels heavy and the stakes feel high, it’s easy to feel paralyzed. In this episode of A Splash More, Hayley and Bailey sit down with editor, stylist, and community voice Tanya Monaghan to explore what it really takes to move from frustration to action.
A former Fashion Editor of Glamour Magazine South Africa and current Deputy Editor of Southbay Magazine, Tanya has long shaped stories that spotlight culture and community. In 2026, she helped organize Southbay Takes a Stand, a movement that led to a 5,000-person walk responding to policies many feel are harmful and unjust.
This conversation dives into:
Breaking through the fear of “starting”
The myth that impact has to begin big
How small actions create lasting ripple effect
Standing firm in your values while managing everyday life
This episode is about what happens when conviction turns into courage — and the power of choosing not to stay silent.

What if women were taught to understand their bodies before crisis forced the conversation?
In this episode, we sit down with fertility specialist Dr. Roohi Jeelani for a deeply personal conversation about women’s health, timelines, and the invisible pressure surrounding motherhood.
They explore what it means to truly understand your body — from cycle awareness to whole-body health — and how often women are taught to ignore their signals until fertility becomes urgent. The conversation also challenges a cultural narrative many women quietly carry: the assumption that every woman is destined to become a mother. For some, that path is complicated. For others, it isn’t the right path at all. Both realities deserve language, respect, and space.
Together, they discuss the emotional landscape of reproductive health: the grief that can accompany fertility struggles, the stress of a biological clock, and the reality that some journeys end differently than expected. Dr. Jeelani brings both clinical expertise and lived experience, offering insight into how women can care for themselves across decades, not just when trying to conceive.
This episode isn’t only about parenthood. It’s about honoring your body, releasing the myth of a single correct timeline, and giving voice to experiences women are often expected to navigate silently.

In this episode of A Splash More, we sit down with digital culture expert Shira Lazar and Google executive Stephanie Shim for a candid conversation about the version of “the plan” women are taught to follow and what happens when life doesn’t align with that timeline.
Together, they unpack hustle culture, ambition, and the pressure to measure success by outdated milestones. Stephanie shares what it looks like to build an extraordinary career while stepping into a new personal chapter in her 40s, and Shira offers insight into reinvention, visibility, and evolving without apology.
This episode is about releasing rigid expectations and redefining success on your own terms.