BILFPOD
Mara Dorne
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The BILFPOD (Boss I'd Like To Follow) takes a deep dive into the lives and 'drives' of others. This weekly show, hosted by Mara Dorne, features unfiltered conversations with business leaders, influencers, and BILF's in their own accord. Branded segments such as "BILF Breakdown" "What's in your BILF bag” and many more that will keep you entertained, inspired and bring on allll the feels- LIVE from our studio- in 6 inch heels! Anyone who says business isn’t fun has obviously never listened to the BILFPOD.
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The Courage to Be Disliked: How Adley Kinsman Built a Billion-View Empire 23.07.2026 45minAdley Kinsman went from a mortifying appearance on The Voice to building Viralish, a company that's generated over 1 billion organic views a month since 2020 — without spending a cent on paid ads. In this episode, she breaks down the "Billion View Formula": the 10 psychological hook points behind every viral video, why the first 3-6 seconds determine everything, and why she once got paid $60,000 for a single embarrassing 3-minute video. We get into why "niching down" might be killing your reach, how a snot doctor with a deviated septum channel grew 300K followers by talking about faith instead of medicine, why consistency beats quality when you're starting out, and how Adley scaled from making prank videos with her husband to running a company that's gone viral for Land Rover, Charmin, HP, and Raising Cane's. Follow Adley: @adleykinsmanHer company: Viralish If you enjoyed this episode, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Real Talk. Real Truth. Real Impact. -
"The Viper" Top Vegas Realtor Reveals How She Built a Real Estate Empire (Ryan Serhant's Team) 16.07.2026 38minShe went from reality TV to becoming a top 50 realtor and joining Ryan Serhant's Las Vegas brokerage and she did it without ever watching a single real estate show. In this episode of BilfPod, Cami (aka "The Viper") sits down to talk about clawing her way into luxury real estate with zero connections, why she still answers every client call herself, and the wild story behind her real estate nickname. She gets into branding yourself as an entrepreneur, why social proof matters more than ever, being a mom while running a business, financial independence for women, and why she'll never again rely on a man for security. We also get into a rapid-fire round on the Las Vegas real estate market, luxury buyer psychology, and whether Vegas is the next real estate bubble. This is BILF Pod where authenticity trumps authority. No filter, no fluff, just real conversations with women who are building something real
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Animals Need Lawyers Too: Vanessa Shakib on Animal Rights, Pet Custody & Hidden Abuse 09.07.2026 37minVanessa Shakib spent 8 years as a lawyer before walking away to start her own nonprofit law firm — suing the federal government on behalf of animals who legally can't speak for themselves. In this episode, Vanessa breaks down the "foreign animal lab loophole" that lets the government funnel $20 billion in taxpayer money to animal testing overseas with zero oversight, the most viral case in animal law history (a government-ordered 500-mile mission to seize and kill a little girl's pet goat), and why animal law might be the most overlooked legal field in the country — with fewer than 200 full-time lawyers doing this work nationwide.We get into how animal law touches everything from pet custody in divorce to factory farming loopholes, why "who owns this cow" turned into a full legal specialty, and what regular pet owners get wrong about where their animals actually come from.Follow Vanessa: @vanessashakibHer nonprofit: Advancing Law for AnimalsIf you enjoyed this episode, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Real Talk. Real Truth. Real Impact.
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Are We Too Casual About Plastic Surgery? Dr. Lara Devgan Explains 02.07.2026 20minDr. Lara Devgan, board-certified plastic surgeon and founder, sits down with The BILF Pod for a direct conversation about the beauty industry, plastic surgery, med spas, fillers, Botox, and the decisions people make before changing their face.From the rise of “quick fix” beauty culture to the risks people underestimate, Dr. Devgan breaks down what most people don’t understand about cosmetic procedures, how to know when surgery may actually be the right option, and why beauty decisions should never be treated casually.We get into med spas, social media pressure, authenticity, confidence, safety, and the truth behind what makes results look natural.If you think plastic surgery is just about vanity, this conversation might change your mind. -
Millions Know His Name. Here’s The Real Nicholas Vans 25.06.2026 26minNic Vans, Love Island USA's breakout star, sits down with The BilfPod for one of the most unfiltered conversations yet. From walking into a Fiji villa with no phone and no clue to selling out Vegas residencies and doing 50-60 shows in 3 months — Nic holds nothing back. We get into how Love Island completely changed his life overnight, why he credits the show as his career catapult, and much more. Oh, and he almost became a nurse doing aesthetics. Yeah, we said what we said. If you think you know Nic Vans, you don't. Not yet. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss a BILF moment. 👍 Like, comment, share — you know what to do.
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Fab Morvan Sets the Record Straight: Milli Vanilli, the Lies, and Why the Truth Always Wins 18.06.2026 42minWhat happens when one of the most controversial moments in music history turns out to be just part of the story — not the whole thing? This week, Mara sits down with the iconic Fab Morvan of Milli Vanilli to set the record straight. From walking away from a politically charged concert event to releasing new music in 2026, Fab is raw, real, and unstoppable. And yes — he sings. 🎶 "The lies take the elevator. The truth takes the stairs. But the truth always comes out." — Fab Morvan🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode of The BILFPod — where authenticity trumps authority.
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From Divorce Attorney to Divorce Coach: What Lawyers Won't Tell You 11.06.2026 28min🔥 Special Offer: Get 72% off all Sintra AI plans at https://sintra.ai/bilf or use code BILF — backed by a 14-day money-back guarantee. She went from contemplating divorce in silence, to hiring an attorney, to completely reclaiming her identity — and she's just getting started. In this episode, divorce coach Kara Francis — former attorney turned women's empowerment coach — sits down to share the raw truth about leaving, staying, and what it really takes to choose yourself. We talk about: ✅ Why most women know their marriage is over 6 months before they admit it ✅ How she went from divorce attorney to coach after seeing what women really needed ✅ Why staying for the kids may not be the right call ✅ The truth about prenups and why every woman needs one ✅ Why "nothing is wrong" can still be a reason to leave ✅ How to stop people-pleasing and start choosing YOU.[00:00] - Intro [00:30] - Kara's journey from attorney to coach [03:00] - What women really go through before divorce [07:00] - Identity loss & rediscovering yourself [10:00] - Prenups — why Kara loves them [14:00] - Are finances still the #1 reason for divorce? [18:00] - Rapid fire: marriage truths [22:00] - Kara's coaching program & how to find her Whether you're contemplating divorce, rebuilding after one, or simply trying to find yourself again — this episode is for YOU. 🔥 Ready to stop surviving and start choosing yourself? 👇 Drop a comment — are you a "stay and work it out" or "know when to go" person?
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Attorney Turned Tech CEO: Rebecca Zung on Narcissists, $1.1M in 10 Months & Going All In on AI 04.06.2026 50minShe went from divorce at 22, to night law school, to building a multi-million dollar empire — and she's just getting started. In this episode, Rebecca Zung — 25-year trial attorney, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and creator of the first patented AI built to defeat narcissists — sits down to share the raw truth about reinvention, resilience, and what it really takes to scale. We talk about: ✅ How she went from 1,000 subscribers to $1.1M in just 10 months ✅ Why she walked away from her law practice to go all in on AI ✅ How her app SLAY helps victims build undeniable leverage against narcissists ✅ The biggest money mistakes she made scaling her business ✅ Why focus is the real secret to success Whether you're rebuilding after divorce, starting over in your 50s, or trying to figure out your next move — this episode is for YOU. 00:00 - Intro & Sponsor 01:24 - Meet Rebecca Zung 03:37 - Her story: married at 19, divorced, 3 kids 09:21 - How COVID changed everything 11:06 - The narcissist video that went viral 12:29 - $1.1M in 10 months 13:59 - Building SLAY AI 19:48 - Leaving law to scale a tech company 23:55 - How & when to scale your business 44:13 - The power of owning your story 47:19 - "She just got lucky" — and why that's insulting
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The Trauma That Built a Multi-Millionaire | Tiffany Carter 28.05.2026 48min🔥 Special Offer: Get 72% off all Sintra AI plans at https://sintra.ai/bilf or use code BILF — backed by a 14-day money-back guarantee. What happens when the life you were given becomes the very thing you have to escape? In this episode of the BILFPOD, host sits down with for one of the rawest conversations yet. Tiffany opens up about surviving childhood abuse, leaving the news industry, rebuilding her life from scratch, cleaning up dog waste while in recovery, discovering sales, building a multi-million dollar business, and creating one of the top podcasts in the world. This episode dives deep into: 00:00 — Intro 02:30 — Meeting Tiffany Carter 04:00 — Tiffany reveals her traumatic childhood 07:40 — The moment everything changed 10:30 — Starting over from scratch in Los Angeles 14:00 — Turning pain into purpose 16:15 — How sales changed her life 19:20 — Why EVERY entrepreneur needs sales skills 21:00 — Leaving corporate & starting a business 24:00 — Starting a podcast with zero audience 26:50 — The reality of building a successful podcast 28:10 — Fake gurus & “fantasy marketing” 31:10 — Why authenticity wins long term 32:15 — Tiffany’s coaching business explained 35:00 — Sales energy, confidence & desperation 37:50 — Women in sales & entrepreneurship 45:10 — Manifestation, mindset & future plans 46:20 — Tiffany talks about her upcoming book 47:20 — Final advice & closing thoughts If you’ve ever felt stuck, underestimated, or afraid to start over… this conversation is for you. 🎙️ Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations on business, mindset, success, and personal growth. 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway from the episode. 📌 Follow the BILFPOD for weekly conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, and industry leaders. -
Skincare & Makeup Tips From a NYC Pro: What Actually Works (And What’s a Waste of Money) 21.05.2026 38min🔥 Special Offer: Get 72% off all Sintra AI plans at https://sintra.ai/bilf or use code BILF — backed by a 14-day money-back guarantee. What does a celebrity makeup artist ACTUALLY know that you don't? In this episode of the BILF Pod, host Mara sits down with Amanda Gabbard — professional makeup artist, esthetician, bride whisperer, and the woman behind some of the most powerful faces in the room (yes, including Kamala Harris). Amanda holds nothing back — from the beauty industry's dirty secrets to the drugstore products she swears by over luxury brands, to the skincare routine that will actually change your skin. In this episode: The rice powder hack for outdoor/summer weddings 💦 Why your moisturizer might be doing nothing for you Serums vs. moisturizers — what actually penetrates your skin The truth about makeup wipes (you're probably using them wrong) How Amanda built a 25-year career in NYC from scratch Why confidence IS kindness The one thing that makes you look older faster (and it's not your face) Whether you wear a full face every day or just want better skin — this one is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes -
Porscha: From Hollywood High to Tyler Perry’s ”Divorce Sisters”: Making Your Passion Your Paycheck 14.05.2026 58minShe's been acting since age 6, went to Hollywood High School's Performing Arts program alongside legends like Brandy and Lawrence Fishburne, and never had a nine-to-five a day in her life. In this episode of The Bilf Pod, we sit down with the incredibly talented Porscha Coleman — actress, singer, TV host, voiceover artist, and all-around powerhouse — to talk about what it really takes to make your passion your paycheck. Porscha opens up about landing her breakout roles, turning down agents who told her to "pick one" talent, and what it's like playing the wild and messy character Naomi on Tyler Perry's Divorce in Sisters — the #1 debut show on BET+, now streaming on Paramount+. She also gets real about navigating Hollywood's pressures as a woman, her health journey with fibroids, why she chose to freeze her eggs, the rise of women entrepreneurship, dealing with haters when your character is that good, and why authenticity will always be your biggest flex. This one is for every woman who has been told to stay in a box — and refused. 🎙️ Follow Porscha: @PorschaColeman on all platforms 📺 Watch Divorce Sisters on Paramount+ 👇 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment -
Dr. Tara: From Catholic School to Sex Professor: Breaking Shame Around Women’s Sexuality 07.05.2026 39minWhat happens when a girl from a sexually repressed Buddhist household, who attended an all-girls Catholic school, becomes one of the world's most recognized sex educators? You get Dr. Tara — tenured professor, bestselling author, and TV personality on Celebs Go Dating — and she's holding absolutely nothing back. In this episode of The BILFPod, we're going there. Like, ALL the way there. Dr. Tara breaks down why sexual communication is the #1 predictor of long-term relationship satisfaction (backed by a 5,000-person study), why the Madonna-Wh*** complex is destroying women's confidence, and why the way someone behaves in bed tells you everything about who they are in life. We also get into: 🔥 The difference between Eros vs. Storge love styles — and why mismatching them leads to divorce 🔥 Why sex-positive parenting raises kids that make smarter decisions 🔥 Open relationships, polyamory, and why there's no one-size-fits-all 🔥 "Erotic solutions" for couples with different sexual profiles 🔥 Her viral sex personality test from her book How Do You Like It? 🔥 Why shame around sexuality is doing humanity a disservice This isn't the sex ed you got in school. This is the real conversation women deserve to have. 📖 Grab Dr. Tara's book How Do You Like It? at www.luvbites.co 📲 Follow Dr. Tara: on Instagram & TikTok 💬 Drop a comment 👍 Like, subscribe, and share this with a friend who needs to hear it. -
The Queen of Pitch Speaks: Dr. Forbes Riley on Sales, Success & Never Shrinking in the Boardroom 30.04.2026 53minIn this episode of The BilFPod, Mara sits down with the legendary Dr. Forbes Riley—a woman who has generated over $2.5 BILLION in sales, graced Broadway stages, hosted ESPN games, delivered 2 TED Talks, and authored 3 bestselling books. This conversation is raw, real, and absolutely packed with value for every woman who has ever been told to shrink herself in a room. 🔥 In This Episode We Cover: -How Dr. Forbes Riley mastered the art of the pitch and turned it into $2.5 billion in sales -Why women shrink themselves in boardrooms and how to STOP doing it -The truth about being a woman in corporate America and navigating the boys' club -How authenticity is your greatest weapon in sales and in life -Why your appearance, confidence and energy govern everything in business -The double standard women face every single day and how to flip it into power -How to gain respect without changing who you are -The importance of controlling your emotions without losing your authenticity -Why the internet and your voice are the most powerful tools women have today 📲 Connect with Dr. Forbes Riley: Instagram: @forbes_riley 📌 If this episode fired you up, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and hit the 🔔 so you never miss an episode of The BilFPod—where authenticity trumps authority. -
AKON Is BACK: First Album in 20 Years, No Filter & The Comeback Nobody Saw Coming 23.04.2026 37minIf you were alive in the 2000s, you KNOW this man. From Locked Up to Smack That to lighting up an entire continent—the GOAT himself, AKON, sits down with Mara Dorne on The BilfPod for the most unfiltered conversation of his career. We go DEEP. No filter. Just truth. In this episode, Akon opens up about the following: -Going 6 years straight with NO days off (2004–2010) and not even realizing it -Why prison was the making of him — and actually saved his life -The real story behind losing his first millions (and why he doesn't regret it) -What it was really like working with Lady Gaga before she was GAGA -Why he kept a small circle — and how a big entourage almost destroyed him -His bold prediction: Africa will dominate global music within the next decade -His brand new album Beautiful Day dropping April 24th — and what comes next This is the episode Mara says she'll never top. And honestly? We believe her. 🎵 Get Akon's new album Beautiful Day — April 24th 🌐 Find Akon everywhere: akon.com 💬 Drop a comment — what's your favorite Akon song of all time? 👍 Like, subscribe & hit the bell so you never miss an episode 🎙️ The BilfPod — where authenticity trumps authority #Akon #TheBillPod #AkonInterview #NewMusic #BeautifulDay #MaraDorn #AkonIsBack #AfricanMusic #Afrobeats #MusicPodcast -
Stop Chasing, Start Attracting: Mike C-Rock’s Formula for Podcasting Success 16.04.2026 44min🎙️ The Podcasting GOAT Reveals His Secrets to Going Viral & Building a Network | Mike C Rock In this episode of The Bill's Pod, Myra sits down with Mike C Rock—podcast host, entrepreneur, networking powerhouse, and founder of That One Agency and Quantum Expansion. Mike went from running a mortgage operation from Philadelphia to Miami to building a 2.2 million following and appearing on over 1,200 podcasts in 5 years. This one is PACKED with value. 🔥 In This Episode We Cover the Following: How Mike walked away from a lucrative mortgage business at 40 to reinvent himself Why most entrepreneurs are in "chase mode" and how to flip to an attraction model The podcasting strategy that created omnipresence across all social platforms How to land big-name guests even when nobody knows who you are Why your environment and the people around you will make or break your success The "tank vs trunk" mindset that separates winners from victims What Quantum Expansion is and why it's changing lives 3 simple steps to launching and growing your podcast TODAY 📲 Connect with Mike C Rock: Instagram: @MikeyCRock 📌 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of The Bill's Pod—where authenticity trumps authority. -
The Dark Reality of High-Profile Trials: A Veteran Prosecutor Tells All 02.04.2026 25minWhat does it really mean to decide if someone is guilty… or not?In this episode of BILF Podcast, we sit down with Beth Karas — former prosecutor turned independent legal consultant and renowned legal analyst.From facing real people behind the cases… to witnessing moments that no script could ever capture… Beth shares the truth about the justice system from the inside.In this episode:What it feels like to decide someone’s fate: guilty or notThe reality of working with real people, not just case filesCases where justice didn’t go as expectedUnscripted courtroom moments that change everythingHer transition from prosecutor to media expert on The Curious Case Of…This isn’t just about law.It’s about pressure, perception… and decisions that can change lives forever. -
It Wasn’t My Condition, It Was the Conditioning | Lachi’s Raw Road to Grammy Fame 26.03.2026 35minWhat if the thing the world told you was your limitation… was actually your greatest power?In this episode of BILF, Lachi—GRAMMY-nominated artist, cultural architect, and CEO—shares how she transformed adversity into influence and identity into impact.Blind since childhood, Lachi didn’t just navigate the world differently—she chose to redefine it. From music to activism, from vulnerability to leadership, this conversation dives deep into what it really means to own your story in a world that tries to label you.We talk about:– Turning “difference” into power– Why blindness was never the real obstacle– The hidden strength behind vulnerability– Building confidence and finding your voice– Using entertainment to break stigmas and shift cultureThis isn’t just an episode — it’s a perspective shift.If you’ve ever felt underestimated, unseen, or boxed in… this one is for you.🎧 Watch now and rethink what’s possible.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g 00:00 – 00:35 – Intro00:35 – 03:00 – Growing Up Blind & Nigerian American — Family, Shame & Finding Music03:00 – 07:00 – "It Wasn't the Condition, But the "Conditioning"—Overcoming Shame & Neurodivergence07:00 – 12:00 – Breaking Into Music — From Piano to Grammy Nominations12:00 – 17:00 – Advocacy & Building RAMPD — Fighting for Disability Inclusion in the Music Industry17:00 – 22:00 – Glam Canes: Turning a Walking Cane Into a Fashion Statement & Business22:00 – 27:00 – Disability Visibility in Media & The PBS Renegades Series27:00 – 31:00 – What's Next — Children's Album "Magnificent," Book Tour & Glam Canes Expansion31:00–34:15 – Final Message—Accept, Embrace, Celebrate & Become a Beacon for Others34:15 – 35:17 – OutroGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Lachi → @lachimusicFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod -
She Said “No” to Big Pharma — And Built Her Own Movement 19.03.2026 1val 5minn this episode of BILF Pod, we sit down with Kelly Brogan — a holistic psychiatrist, bestselling author, and the voice behind a radically different approach to mental health and women’s well-being.This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. We explore the limitations of modern medicine, the emotional realities many women face, and the deeper work of reclaiming autonomy, identity, and relationships.From questioning traditional psychiatric practices to redefining healing, this episode challenges everything you think you know about mental health.No clichés. No easy answers. Just an honest conversation about transformation, responsibility, and what it really means to take control of your life.🎙️ Topics we cover:– Mental health beyond medication– Women, identity, and autonomy– Marriage, growth, and emotional responsibility– Questioning the medical system– Reclaiming control over your lifeIf you're ready to think differently — this one’s for you.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: / @bilfpod Get Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow kelly Brogan → @KellyBroganMD Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod -
She Built an App That Sends Drinks to Strangers: Now It’s Going Global 12.03.2026 47minIn this episode of BILF Pod, Mara sits down with Rebekah, the entrepreneur behind Dion, the app designed to help people build deeper, more intentional connections.Rebekah shares the story behind creating Dion, the inspiration that led her to build a platform focused on meaningful relationships, and the challenges that come with launching something new in a world dominated by superficial interactions. From the early idea to turning it into a real product, she opens up about the entrepreneurial journey, the lessons learned along the way, and what it really takes to build something that stands out.The conversation also goes beyond business. Mara and Rebekah talk about aligned partnerships, leadership, success pressure, and the anxiety that often hides behind achievement. They explore why having the right people around you matters, how strong leaders create space for others, and why giving back and fighting exclusion are essential parts of long-term impact.This episode is about building, growing, and staying grounded while navigating success.If you're interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, meaningful relationships, and the mindset behind building impactful companies, this conversation is for you.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g Get Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Mara Dorne → @revekkapalFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod -
Jade Shenker: How to Negotiate Like a Boss, Ignore the Haters & Build Wealth on Your Own Terms 05.03.2026 38minShe was told to be quieter. Smaller. More “grateful.”In this episode of BILF Pod, Jade Shenker sits down with Mara Dorne to talk about ambition, divorce, power dynamics, and the subtle ways people try to box you in when your growth makes them uncomfortable.From navigating high-stakes opportunities to rebuilding after divorce, this isn’t a victim story — it’s a conversation about ownership, standards, and refusing to shrink for anyone.If you’ve ever felt pressured to dim your light to keep others comfortable… this one’s for you. 🎙️🔥Watch until the end — the shift in perspective might hit harder than the jokes.Subscribe to BILF Pod for conversations that don’t just entertain — they expose the truth behind the grind. 🎙️If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g Get Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Jade Shenker→ @jadeshenkerFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod #BILFPod #JadeShenker #MaraDorne #WomenInBusiness #LifeAfterDivorce #FemaleAmbition #EntrepreneurMindset #LevelUp #SelfGrowth #powermoves
