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Leaving Crazy Town With Dr. Sarah Michaud

Have you ever thought, “If they would just understand me… change… listen… THEN I could finally feel okay”? Yeah. That might be codependency. In this episode of The Skirts Up Show, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Michaud — addiction and codependency psychologist, author of Co-Crazy, and co-host of Leaving Crazy Town — to unpack what codependency actually looks like in relationships, addiction recovery, parenting, people-pleasing and everyday life. Spoiler: it’s a hell of a lot sneakier than I thought. Sarah explains how fears of being misunderstood, rejected, abandoned or not being “enough” can quietly shape the way we communicate, over-function, control, rescue and build resentment. We talk about emotional triggers, childhood wounds, boundaries, relapse, addiction, marriage and the exhausting habit of making somebody else responsible for our happiness. And yes, I had several “oh shit… I do that” moments. One of the biggest came when Sarah described codependency as focusing all your energy on changing someone else instead of deciding what YOU need and what YOU are responsible for. That immediately took me back to a difficult season in my own marriage, when I was desperate to make my husband understand me instead of asking myself what I needed to feel fulfilled. We also get into codependency in parenting — including the uncomfortable ways our own fears and past experiences can become rules we place on our kids — plus why unprocessed anger, grief, fear and resentment can build long before unhealthy behaviors or relapse show up. The bottom line? You are responsible for your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Other people are responsible for theirs. Simple? Yep. Easy? Absolutely not. If you’ve ever struggled with codependency, people-pleasing, boundaries, relationships, addiction recovery, emotional triggers or wondering, “Am I the crazy one here?” — this conversation might be for you. Check out Leaving Crazy Town Curious Hypnosis or Rapid Transformation Therapy (RTT)? Check out Sweet Soul Wellness Please Please Rate and Share Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

When Hope Feels Gone: FND, Survival & Finding Your Way Back

What happens when your body stops cooperating, doctors don’t have answers, and the life you knew suddenly feels like it disappeared? In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with my former client Tessa Fielding to talk about her journey with chronic pain, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), medical dismissal, losing her independence — and slowly finding her way back to herself. Tessa shares the moments when hope felt incredibly far away, what it was like to be told this might simply be her life, and the tiny victories that started proving otherwise: driving again, shopping alone, walking up stairs, starting something creative, setting boundaries and even being ridiculously excited to get her teeth cleaned. We also talk about RTT as one part of her larger healing journey, learning to listen to a body she spent years pushing past, letting go of people-pleasing, finding providers who actually listened, and why sometimes progress isn’t one giant breakthrough. Sometimes it’s one good day. One tiny win. One moment that reminds you: Maybe this isn’t forever. And during Suicide Prevention Month, that feels like a conversation worth having. Especially for those who have ever been told that they have the "Suicide Disease." Don't hesitate to reach of to Sweet Soul Wellness for resources

Between The Sheets With Dr. Stephanie

Sex, shame, hormones, jealousy, lube, clitorises, boundaries, non-traditional relationships… yep. We’re going there. In this episode, I sit down with Stephanie Zwanitzer, a urology and sexual medicine nurse practitioner, host of the Between the Sheets podcast, and founder of the Revive Institute of Sexual Health — and holy hell, did I learn some things. We talk about what sexual empowerment actually looks like when you strip away the shame, expectations, and idea that there’s one “right” way to have a relationship or experience pleasure. Stephanie breaks down why knowing your own body is the foundation for creating boundaries, why conversations about sex should happen outside the bedroom, how stress and hormones can completely change desire, and why needing lube, more stimulation, or a different kind of intimacy does NOT mean something is wrong with you or your relationship. And then we get into the stuff that had me saying, “WAIT… WHAT?!” — female sexual anatomy, the actual size of the clitoris, arousal and blood flow, perimenopause, hormone care, and why so many women have spent years being told to basically drink some wine, use some lube, and deal with it. Whether you’re monogamous, non-traditional, somewhere in between, wildly sexually confident, or still figuring out what the hell you even like… there’s something in this conversation for you. Because pleasure, communication, curiosity, and understanding your own damn body shouldn’t be taboo. Note Worthy Links: Connect with Stephanie through Revive Episode was brought to you by Sweet Soul Wellness Skirts Up has a fun blog now after each episode! And as always… if this episode made you laugh, taught you something, made your jaw hit the floor, or had you texting your girlfriend, “DID YOU KNOW THIS?!” — send it to her. Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

We're Unmuted and Wigging Out About The Unspoken Rules Of Entrepreneurship

...(There are none) Starting a business often feels like walking an upward trail—one step forward, two slides back. In this candid episode of Skirts Up, Samantha Mandell and Erin Snow pull back the curtain on the raw, uncurated realities of small business ownership. Moving past polished social media personas and quick-fix formulas, they explore what it actually takes to build an authentic brand without losing your mind in the process. From navigating social media paralysis to filtering ourselves to stay "likeable," Samantha and Erin unpack the trap of listening to too many conflicting opinions. Erin breaks down how abandoning her fun, creative content (like "Wigging Out Wednesdays") for strictly "educational" posts caused burnout—and why leaning into what feels authentic is the ultimate client magnet. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The Trap of Social Media Filtering: How second-guessing your voice to sound "professional" leads to content burnout and total social media paralysis. Reframing Business Coaching & Mentorship: Why real growth comes from shifting limiting beliefs rather than quick-fix financial promises, and how to utilize free mentorship programs like SCORE. Navigating Identity Loss & Self-Doubt: Transitioning from a highly respected professional reputation to starting over as an unknown business owner. Maintaining Self-Care & Giving Yourself Grace: Recognizing that slipping up on daily routines or business goals doesn't send you all the way back to square one. Fail of the Week Stories: A chaotic 5-acre, 8-person baby pig pursuit, alongside a rogue folding massage chair mishap that ended in urgent care and splints at a Zac Brown concert. Whether you're struggling with imposter syndrome, trying to find your voice on social media, or just needing a reminder to give yourself grace on the hard days, this episode delivers equal parts actionable mindset tools and unfiltered humor. Tune in to learn why staying true to your authentic self is the best business strategy you'll ever deploy. Links Worth Exploring: Catch Erin Snow in the Unmuted Room See how Sweet Soul Wellness can help you Find more ways to enjoy Skirts Up LIKE, REVIEW, SHARE Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

No F*Cks Era With Sam Squared

What if the secret to fixing your burnt-out brain, your angry jaw, and your exhaustion isn’t another productivity hack or a green juice, but learning how to stop living from the neck up? Samanatha Mandell sits down with clinical herbalist, author, and operational strategist Samantha Jones for an unfiltered "Sam Squared" session that feels less like a traditional interview and more like eavesdropping on two best friends sipping tea (or mocktails) in the kitchen. From surviving a life-altering trauma at 19 to navigating 34 years in the high-pressure pressure cooker of corporate dentistry, Sam Jones reveals how a life built on perfectionism and endless KPIs almost cost her her health—and how she reclaimed it from the roots up. Together, they tear down the lie that you can simply "positive-think" or "stretch" your way out of deeply stored somatic trauma. Instead, they dive into: Why "calm and well-nourished" is the ultimate middle finger to hustle culture—and the most effective performance strategy you’ll ever use. The art of sneaky kitchen herbalism (including tea-soaked meatballs and using your bathtub as a giant cup of tea). Why taking a steam shower and rubbing down with custom magnesium oil isn't just self-care—it’s a non-negotiable daily ritual to check in with the only body you’ve got. Equal parts deeply soulful and laugh-out-loud relatable, this conversation is an invitation to step into your own "no-fucks era," assemble your healing team, and remember that real recovery starts when you finally get back inside your body. (Oh, and stay tuned... because a Sam Squared lakefront retreat might just be in the works.) Links to All the things: Samantha Jones- Stirred By Earth Sweet Soul Wellness - Your Rapid Transformation awaits Skirts Up- All the Things Find all episodes on your favorite listening app PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW SKIRTS UP SO WE CAN CONTINUE TO MAKE AN IMPACT And follow us on Instagram! Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

My Human Experience

In this episode, I’m getting raw and unfiltered about what’s been happening in my life lately—from navigating another wild car accident to adopting a brand-new family member (yes, a baby pig!). More importantly, I’m pulling back the curtain on something so many of us go through but rarely talk about openly: slipping into a deep depressive funk when life gets heavy, and how small, baby steps are helping me find my way back. We’re also diving into what I discover to be true about my own cyclical living after learning all about it from Lauren and Kori—how paying attention to my internal seasons, hormonal shifts, and the moon’s phases helped me truly understand my needs but most importantly speak up for myself to keep my life harmonious. What We Cover in This Episode: Life Update & Chaos: Navigating Simon’s ongoing recovery, my brand new car getting totaled ( 1-in-a-billion odds), a radiant new hair transformation, and the wild story of hunting down my new baby pig, Lenny, across 5 acres with 8 people. The Reality of Depressive Funks: What happens when low-demand tasks feel exhausting, how slipping out of simple routines (journaling, stretching, afternoon walks) happens gradually, and why feeling down doesn't make you broken or unqualified to lead. Baby-Stepping Back to You: Why I’m bringing my daily journaling journey over to Instagram and how getting thoughts out of your head creates space to heal. Cyclical Living & The Moon Phases: How reflecting on guest episodes with Lauren and Kori helped me map out my monthly "internal seasons"—from luteal phase overthinking to spring/summer bursts of creativity and social energy. Red Moon vs. White Moon Cycles: Discovering my 30-day rhythm, navigating the "lies" of the luteal phase, and using oracle cards as a tool for personal reflection and healing. Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

A Year Of Seasons in 28 Days

Grab your iced coffee and secure your underwear, because today’s episode is a wild, hilarious, and deeply spiritual ride. Your host Samantha is joined by a badass soul sister she literally internet-stalked into being her best friend: Kori Rae Kovacs, nurse, body intuitive, and host of The Phoenix Perspective podcast! We kick off the episode with the ultimate icebreaker—Sam recounts the exact moment she realized there was a massive lump in her pants leg during their first video call, only to reach down and pull out a stray pair of underwear. But because this is Skirts Up, we slide seamlessly from laundry mishaps straight into the deep stuff: religious cult trauma, body intuition, and the literal life-changing technology of cyclical living. In this laugh-out-loud, goosebump-inducing episode, we explore: The Magic of Direct Messages: How being unapologetically yourself on social media acts as a beacon for your true tribe (and why you should never be afraid to slide into someone's DMs to say, "Can we be friends?"). Surviving Hellfire & Brimstone: Kori Rae opens up about growing up in a terrifying, evangelical church environment, giving God the middle finger in her 20s because "sex was too great," and eventually finding her way back to a nature-based, pagan spirituality. The Mind-Body Manifestation: Kori Rae breaks down how the body is a physical reflection of the internal world (referencing mind-body pioneers like Louise Hay and Dr. Joe Dispenza). Sam opens up about how her own historical habit of "stonewalling" and rejecting her internal world ultimately manifested physically as functional seizures. Living a Whole Year of Seasons in 28 Days: Kori Rae delivers a masterclass on cyclical living, explaining how women experience a full rotation of winter, spring, summer, and fall every single month. The Energetics of PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome): Kori Rae shares her mind-blowing personal realization that her PCOS was tied to an energetic block. As a kid, adults loved her bubbly, first-half-of-the-cycle energy but rejected her direct, bossy, boundary-setting second-half energy. By hiding her luteal phase to please others, her ovaries literally stopped wanting to ovulate. Once she integrated both sides? At 41, her cycles are healthier than they were in her 20s! A Proving Ground for Personal Growth: How to stop forcing linear growth and start using your cycle phases practically. Need to practice patience? Try doing it during your luteal phase! Plus, the power of documenting your shifts using tools like the Cycles Journal so you can look back and actually see your evolution. If you are ready to stop taking life so seriously, map out your body's personal blueprint, and learn how to use your natural rhythms as a tool for subconscious healing, this episode is your ultimate permission slip. Tune in, open your heart, and remember—keep your panties on (unless they’re static-clinged to your jeans)! Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Connect with Kori Rae: Listen to The Phoenix Perspective podcast on Apple and Spotify, and check out her upcoming season, Rising in Real Life. Join the Community: Learn how to cycle track alongside a tribe of beautiful babes at the Red Tent Society on Patreon. Recommended Reading: Heal Your Body by Louise Hay and the Cycles Journal (Kori Rae’s absolute favorite tracking tool since 2022). Upgrade Your Subconscious: Ready to shift out of survival mode and step into alignment? Head over to Sweet Soul Wellness to claim your free personalized audio recording and start rewriting your internal baseline today! Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

Syncing Your Life around Your Cycle

Your host Samantha is reunited with everyone's favorite sex expert, research nerd, and incoming Master of Social Work, Lauren Goyette! If you’ve been feeling like you're completely crazy because your mood, your libido, and your business energy shift from week to week—congratulations, you're not crazy. You’re just a woman. Lauren drops by to break down why trying to operate on a man's 24-hour testosterone cycle is a one-way ticket to burnout city, and how tuning into our natural 28-day Intrinsic Rhythms changes everything. Plus, Sam shares her personal theory on how unhealthy attachment styles might make our bodies more susceptible to Functional Neurologic Disorders (FND)—and how we can start picking apart the data to heal. In this unfiltered, science-backed episode, we dive into: The "Swap-Swap" & Timer Method: How to negotiate desires in the bedroom when you want hot wax and your partner thinks it's boring (including a game-changing tip for neurodivergent folks who struggle to just sit still and receive). The 4 Seasons of Your Cycle: How to plan your life, your sex life, and your business launches around your biochemistry: Winter (Menstrual Phase): The ultimate rest, reset, and protective boundaries phase. No performing allowed. Spring (Follicular Phase): Spontaneity, flirting, ideation, and planting the creative seeds for your business. Summer (Ovulatory Phase): You are literally magnetic. The ultimate time for erotic expression, recording podcasts, and hitting "launch" on your projects. Fall (Luteal Phase): The land of Luteal Rage, self-doubt, and anxiety—but also the ultimate phase for discernment, refinement, and setting fierce boundaries. No Flow? No Problem! Lauren breaks down exactly how "non-bleeders" (whether you have an IUD or you're in a wiser phase of life) can biologically and mentally sync up with the four main phases of the moon. The Box of Chocolates: Why your partner needs to learn the vocabulary of your weekly "box" shifts—because one week you’re vanilla-filled, and the next week you’re fudge! Turn the volume up, drop the shame, and let’s get into the meat and potatoes of your pleasure manual! Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Build Your Pleasure Manual: Join Lauren’s 12-month journey, The Pleasure Collective, or grab her online module course Intrinsic Rhythms with Lauren Goyette (or drop her an email with your wildest sex questions!). Upgrade Your Subconscious: Head over to Sweet Soul Wellness to claim your free personalized audio recording and test-drive your mental makeover before you commit! Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

Watch Me Become a Badass With Renee Carbone Fleming

What’s up, Skirts Up squad?! Welcome back to Season 5, Episode 2! (With Video on YouTube!) Grab your iced coffee (or your black coffee brewed straight from the Keurig next to your bed—shoutout to today's guest!) because today, your host Samantha is feeling a little starstruck. Joining us on the mic is the ultimate Queen of Reinvention herself: Renee Carbone Fleming! Renee is a powerhouse entrepreneur of 13 years, host of the Unapologetically Badass podcast, and founder of the Badass Queen Personal Branding and Media Agency. She’s dropping by fresh off a major "pinch-me" milestone—winning Top Empowerment Coach of the Year and seeing her face plastered on a massive billboard in the middle of NASDAQ Times Square! But because this is Skirts Up, we don't just talk about the shiny Instagram moments. We lift the skirt on the actual shit it takes to get there. Renee opens up about growing up with very little, surviving her biological father's suicide, living on a pull-out couch, and navigating a devastating bankruptcy and divorce that forced her to find her own identity. In this high-vibe, zero-fluff episode, we break down: The Future Life Script: The exact morning manifestation routine Renee uses to wire her brain for abundance (and why your brain actually loves the sound of your own voice). Do You Have a PhD?: Why you don't need a college degree to build an empire—you just need a "PhD" in Passion, Heart, and Desire. The "WATCH ME" Manifesto: Renee breaks down the game-changing acronym she stuck on post-it notes all over her house when the doubters told her she couldn't make it alone: Withdraw from explanation Act before approval Take up space publicly Commit without consensus Hold the vision when no one else does The CASE Method: How to break out of analysis paralysis and "freeze mode" when building your business using Clarity, Action, Strategy, and Evaluation. Building the $100k "Fuck-It Fund": Why every single woman needs financial independence and a soul-aligned passion that is 100% hers. If you've been sitting in your car or at your desk feeling stuck, frozen, or like you're "three feet from gold," this episode is the lightning bolt you've been waiting for. Tune in, step into your authority, and get ready to say... WATCH ME! Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Unleash Your Inner Queen: Connect with Renee, explore her coaching programs, and grab her book Watch Me at Badass Queen Agency. Listen to Renee's Show: Tune in to the Unapologetically Badass Podcast on Apple & Spotify. Recommended Reading: Three Feet from Gold by the Napoleon Hill Foundation. Subscribe on to Skirts Up YouTube channel for the VIDEO version. Connect with Sam: Ready to build your own inner foundation? Head over to Sweet Soul Wellness to learn how to upgrade into your most peaceful, confident self or claim your FREE GIFT to the squad! Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

I Almost Gave Up

What’s up, Skirts Up squad?! Welcome back to Season 5! (There's Video on YouTube!) Yeah, things sound a little different around here. It is officially your girl Samantha riding solo this season! While the studio chairs might look a bit different, let’s get one thing straight: the energy, the unfiltered truth, and the absolute messiness of real life? That is staying exactly the same. Because "we" means me and you. To say the hiatus between seasons was "a break" would be the biggest lie of the century. Your girl has been strapped into an absolute emotional rollercoaster, and today, we are lifting the skirt on every single bit of it. In this episode, I’m opening up the vault on: The Phone Call Every Wife Dreads: I break down the terrifying day my husband, Simon, was T-boned by a Jeep going 65 mph, the adrenaline survival mode that followed, and the unexpected panic attacks I’ve been working through since. Nora’s Diagnostic Journey: From meltdowns over sweaty backs in warm cars to lining up toys in a very specific order (and licking them... yeah, we talk about it!), I share the raw, honest process of navigating our four-year-old’s official Level 2 Autism and ADHD diagnosis. Getting Explicitly Ghosted & Kicked Out: I get real about the "mean girls" behavior I faced in clinical networking groups when sharing how Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) helped heal my own non-epileptic seizures from Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND). The Shift to "Inner Foundation Coaching": Why shutting doors forced me to realize I’m not here to help everyday women just "cope" with burnout. I’m here for the women who would literally laugh out loud if you asked them when they last felt pure joy. We’re upgrading. A Juicy Teaser for Next Week: How a conversation with next week's absolute powerhouse guest—a literal empire-builder—gave me the three exact phrases that pulled me out of my dark night of the soul and solidified my new path. 💖 A Note to My Squad: If you are running a business, managing a household, or carrying the weight of the world while feeling like every single door is slamming in your face—this episode is your reminder that you do not have to do it perfectly. It's okay to feel lost. It's okay to want to quit. But you owe it to yourself to love who you see in the mirror. Grab your iced coffee, tune in, and remember... Skirts up, but keep your panties on! Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Watch the Transformation: Head over to the Sweet Soul Wellness Homepage to watch the video of my beautiful client’s life-changing results with RTT. Claim your FREE Gift from Sweet Soul Wellness. Rate & Review: If this raw episode hit your heart, please leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps other overwhelmed moms find our sisterhood! Mentioned in this episode: Sweet Soul Wellness- Gift to the SQUAD

When The Conscious, Subconscious, and Quantum Physics Come Together

This is the last flashback episode before Season 5 begins. Its only seemed appropriate to share the one where my mind expanded and introduced me to RTT. Who would of thought that after this episode I would have enrolled in the program 4 months later. Not only that, but open my very own practice! Ashley Melillo and her mission to find the truths to life led me to my own mission. What was most inspiring was how she wasn't afraid to follow her intuition and desires not once, not twice, but three times professionally!

Guide to Digestive Wellness and Menopause Support With Lindsay Little

Season five is only TWO weeks away!! For now take a listen to this blast from the past with Lindsay Little as she drops all the helpful changes you can do right now for your gut to help with weight loss and discomfort especially pre-menopausal.

Domestic Abuse Shows In Many Forms

Domestic abuse and domestic violence it not a one size fits all and no one is immune to falling into this situation. It does not have to be physically harmful to be just as devastating to your mental health and wellbeing. I'm eternally grateful that the DeKalb County District Attorney allowed one of their own to speak with us on Skirts Up about the warning signs, safety precautions, and tips on supporting a friend. I dare say, the most impactful part of this whole episode is when the investigator shares her own run with domestic violence despite her profession. Sharing that story literally saved a life in the most unexpected way and that is exactly why we continue to do what we do. Every story matters.

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Becoming One With Nature

As the weather gets warmer and all the plants continue to grow, I feel drawn to reshare this beauty. When we had this conversation almost 2 years ago; It was the first time I was asked to not plan the episode and let flow whatever flow. It was the first time I was introduced to what it means to connect with nature. . It was the first time that it clicked how important it is to be mindful of the energy we allow into our space. I never would have thought that connect to tree could create so much feeling of love. Be sure to follow us on social media to peep at the tree I love most.

Exploring Mental Wellness through Animals

How in the world is this episode and experience a year old!? Flashback to this fan favorite, ranking #2 out of 90 episodes. What a joy it was to be welcomed to GGA Dwarf Goat Yoga by Sabrina and GG for a live tour and recording. Not only do we have in-depth conversation about the way animals heal us, you can hear them agreeing in the background. It makes you feel like you are right there with us. Goat yoga, cow cuddling, nature solace, whatever you need in your healing journey or selfcare needs you can find it by spending a day or evening on the farm at GGA Dwarf Goat Yoga.

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The Dirty Thirty

There is not a single episode of Skirts Up that makes me laugh harder than this one! Samantha's long time best friend, Courtney, takes the mic and together they share wild stories of the past that have them wondering how the hell they survived to be 30. From midnight ambulance rides for *possibly* the wrong person to catching a hotel room on fire, this one hits home on all the feels.

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Secrets Always Come Out

In this day and age the majority of us can say that we have taken a DNA test of some sort. 23 & me and Ancestry being two of the most common. Imagine doing a DNA test for fun just to see learn more about your heritage and instead learn that you have not one, but TWO siblings you never knew existed. This blast from the past is from season one where hosts Samantha and Melissa discuss their own personal findings with one of them resulting in family secrets being unraveled. Do you have a story like this? Lets here it!

You Are a Work Of Art

As we count down to the beginning of season 5, we want to highlight some of our favorite past guests. Today we bring to you our good friends Jill and David, the photographers behind the luxury boudoir studio One Soul. You may remember that Melissa and Samantha did their very first boudoir session at One Soul and it was an amazing experience! If you have been toying with the idea of getting behind the lens, DO IT!

The Life of Kink

Enjoy this little blast from the past! It's so fun going back and listening to episodes from season one. Back when we were baby podcasters with not a clue what we were doing. We tend to tell people season one was terrible but listening back, the conversations and story telling is quite beautiful. We'll admit the editing was still really rough with tons of mistakes but hey, you gotta start somewhere. We chose to reshare this episode in light of season 5 coming in hot (July 9th, '26). By hot I mean A LOT of spice and intimacy exploration for the ladies. Over the years we have touched on female pleasure and intimacy but this was the very first and it opened Samantha's eyes to a whole world of intimacy she did know existed! For those of you curious about what's out there and may be of interest to try, this is the perfect gateway to getting the wheels turning, ideas flowing, conversations with your partner started. Welcome to the introduction to dating, kink, and fantasy. Enjoy

What Would Love Do?

Season Finale does not skimp on the laughter. It's sad to say goodbye to something so good but also heartfelt and filled with so much love. Samantha and Melissa celebrate the 90th episode of Skirts Up, marking the end of their “nine season,” inspired by Dr. Sue McCready’s numerology theme of creativity, expansion, and nonjudgmental teaching. Also taking note that the season unexpectedly lasted six months due to prerecording and a unplanned show shift. Melissa shares she’s stepping back to focus inward and on her shop, while Samantha teases Season 5 is already underway and may feature her solo, rotating past guests as co-hosts, or a new permanent co-host. They reflect on key lessons—“we listen, we do not judge,” curiosity, personal growth, and building a safe, loving community—while discussing frustrations, friendships, gossip, grief (Ada and Waverly), and even never before heard experiences with animal communicators and “ghost” energy. It end with gratitude, hints of Melissa popping back in, and invite audience requests. Episodes mentioned: Secrets Revealed ( #1 fan favorite) Check Your Cracks It's A Nine Year From Timidity To Assertiveness Channeling While Light Sam's Vulnerable Blog Sweet Soul Wellness - FND Journey pt.8 Follow along for updates by visiting Skirts Up and following us on socials.