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  How to Not Edit Yourself Out of Your Own Life 14.08.2026 20dk

  Today I'm talking about what it looks like to honor the parts of yourself that make you, YOU, even when life is changing rapidly. Relationships, kids, moves, career changes—they can all shift us so deeply that we can lose ourselves if we aren't careful. Join me from the living room in my historic Southern home for an intimate and honest conversation about how to honor the woman you've always been and make room for the woman you're becoming. Remember this: you're allowed to change your mind. You're allowed to want different things than the people you love. You're allowed to have something that's just yours. And you're allowed to keep becoming without leaving yourself behind. PS - If you're in New York on August 20th, I'm hosting an intimate champagne dinner for six women. Bring me your book idea. Your manuscript. Your Substack. Your author brand. Your publishing questions. The creative business you're trying to build. The thing you can't seem to figure out on your own. You'll get my eyes on it. We'll talk about what's working, what isn't, what I see for you, and what I think your next move should be. I know some of my biggest shifts have happened that way. Over a fabulous drink at a fabulous table with fabulous women. Sometimes you just need the right environment to help you think bigger. I'd love to create that for you. Grab your ticket here: https://caraalwill.thrivecart.com/champagne-with-cara-new-york-city/
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  Your Hot Pink Permission Slip to Publish Anyway: How to Stop Overthinking and Trust Your Words 04.08.2026 9dk

  What if the sentence that changes your life is the one you almost didn't publish? In this episode, I'm sharing the story of how a single sentence from an old blog post unexpectedly ended up on a billboard in Europe, and why it completely changed the way I think about creativity, publishing, and trusting your work. If you've been sitting on an essay, a book idea, a Substack post, or even a single paragraph because you're waiting for it to be better, this episode is your reminder that you don't get to decide which piece of your work will resonate with someone else. Your job isn't to predict the outcome. It's to keep showing up. By the end of this episode, I hope you'll give yourself permission to stop overthinking, start publishing, and remember that one honest sentence has the power to change everything. 💖 Your homework: Before you go to bed tonight, write one sentence that feels true for you. Let it be unedited, imperfect. And don't delete it! Sit with it and see where it leads you. You have no idea what it might become. Want to write with me? ✨ Substack Queen is my five-week mentorship for writers who are ready to publish consistently, find their voice, and build a writing practice they actually love. Join us here. Or, if you're looking for focused, one-on-one support, I have a limited number of Substack Power Hour sessions available. Grab your spot now.
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  On Reinventing My Life in My 40s, Becoming a Stepmom, and Building a Second Act — with Aaron Leatherbarrow 10.07.2026 1sa 2dk

  Today on the show, I'm joined by my fiancé, Aaron Leatherbarrow, for one of the most honest conversations we've ever had. We talk about what it's been like to reinvent my life in my 40s—from leaving New York and becoming a stepmom to navigating a blended family, building a creative life together, and redefining what a healthy relationship looks like. We also get into homesickness, identity shifts, separate beds, afternoon sex, and why the best relationships leave room for both people to keep becoming who they are. 🖤 If this conversation resonated with you, you can find more of my writing on Substack  🖤 Want more from Aaron? Check out his new private audio drops  
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  Writing About Your Exes (And Living to Tell the Story) with E.M. Gallagher 16.04.2026 38dk

    Today's episode is for anyone who's ever fallen in love, ignored a red flag, or romanticized someone who absolutely did not deserve it. I'm joined by writer and author E.M. Gallagher, whose memoir Ugh. Anyway… dives into love, heartbreak, ambition, and the beautifully questionable decisions that come with dating in New York City. We published this book through my imprint, Pink Ink Press, and it's already building a cult following. In this conversation, we get into: What it really takes to write about your exes (and actually publish it) The line between love and delusion Writing through heartbreak vs. writing after it Navigating real people on the page How New York shapes the way we love (for better or worse) What happens when you finally tell the truth about your life This one is honest, funny, a little chaotic...and very real. If you've ever thought, "I could write a book about my exes"… this might be your sign. Get the Book Ugh. Anyway… by E.M. Gallagher — available now on Amazon + Barnes & Noble Connect with E.M. Instagram: @emgwritingthings Substack: emgallagher.substack.com Connect with Me Instagram: @thechampagnediet  Website: https://www.carasaysitall.com/
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  Why Writing Your Book is Your Ultimate Power Move in 2026 31.03.2026 1sa 1dk

  In this episode, I'm joined by my good friend Amanda Frances for a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually looks like to become an author today—and why self-publishing is no longer the "alternative"… it's the power move. Between the two of us, we've sold hundreds of thousands of books, built global audiences, and turned our writing into real businesses. And at one point, we both had the same realization: We don't need permission. In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the publishing industry, breaking down the myths, and showing you what's actually possible when you decide to do it your way. If you've been thinking about writing a book, sitting on an idea, or waiting to be chosen...this is your sign. In this episode, we talk about: The biggest myths about traditional publishing What book deals really look like behind the scenes Why self-publishing gives you more control, ownership, and income How to turn your book into a long-term asset (not just a one-time project) The identity shift required to become a visible, paid author What to do if you want to start writing your book now This episode is for you if: You have a book idea you haven't acted on You've been waiting for a publisher, agent, or "right time" You want to build a brand, business, or platform through your writing You're ready to stop playing small and actually put your work into the world Ready to become a self-published author? If this episode spoke to you, Self-Published was created for exactly this moment. Inside, you'll learn how to write, publish, and sell your book—on your terms. https://amandafrances.com/self-published/
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  Why Human Stories Matter More in the Age of AI 07.03.2026 13dk

  The internet doesn't need more content. It needs more voice. It needs more SOUL. It needs people who know how to tell their story in a way that moves peoploe. Because when people are moved, they create movements. In today's episode, I'm digging into why your voice is your biggest business asset as an entrepreneur and how you can make yours stand out in a sea of AI-soaked posts and trends. If you've been thinking about starting a Substack, writing a book, or using your voice to grow your infulence, this conversation is for you. Join Hot Girl Writing House Here: https://www.carasaysitall.com/writing-house
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  The Glamour of Self-Sabotage: The Pretty Little Lies That Steal Your Power 24.02.2026 15dk

  It's time to stop glamorizing the things that are secretly destroying you. In this episode, I'm talking about the seemingly harmless habits, personality traits, and lifestyle choices we defend...even when they're keeping us stuck. Wine culture, exhaustion as identity, staying where it's comfortable, calling chaos passion. Many of us are telling ourselves pretty little lies about the way we're living and wonder why we're not reaching out potential. If you're ready to explore the "aesthetic" or glamorous ways you may be subconsioculy sabotaging yourself, this one's for you.
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  If You Want a New Life, You Have to Burn Down Your Old One 23.02.2026 17dk

  Six months ago, I burned down my old life. I left everything I ever knew in New York City and headed to Jacksonville, Florida. For love. For a fresh start. And for the chance to meet a new version of myself. But here's what nobody tells you: the move is the easy part. The indentity shift is brutal. In today's episode, I'm talking about the messy middle, the terrifying limbo that holds you hostage as you step into your new era. It's definitely not all sunshine and champagne, but if you navigiate it the right way, it's always, always worth it. If you're in-between two versions of yourself right now, this one's for you. P.S. - Join Hot Girl Writing House here. P.P.S. - Read my Substack here.
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  Is It Time to Ghost Your Old Life? Truth, Identity, and Your Next Era 09.08.2025 16dk

  Sometimes the hardest person to be honest with is yourself. In this episode, I'm sharing the story of how I went from a $5,600-a-month luxury Manhattan apartment and endless freedom…to packing up my life and moving to Florida to step into the love, family, and future I didn't even know I wanted. It's about recognizing when the version of you you've been clinging to, no matter how glamorous, independent, or accomplished, has expired. It's about ghosting the old life that no longer fits, and having the courage to step into the one that's calling you. We'll talk about starting over, rewriting your story, and why telling yourself the truth will get you to your next era faster than anything else. If you've been feeling the pull toward something different, something bigger, this episode is your permission slip to stop fighting it and finally own what you really want. ✨ PS: Enrollment is open for Literary Queens, my signature storytelling workshop for women ready to own their voice and write their most magnetic stories. Join us here. 📖 For more stories like this, find me on Substack at Cara Says It All → https://caraalwill.substack.com
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  Cara & Aaron: Breaking Up, Making Up, and Getting Married! All the Tea You Asked For 04.08.2025 1sa 37dk

  It's the episode you've all been waiting for… In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Aaron and I sit down to share the full story of how we broke up (more than once), how we found our way back to each other, and how we ended up engaged. We open up about: • Why our relationship ended and what finally brought us back together • The healing work we both had to do • Aaron's reaction to reading about himself in my book • What dating long distance (and in our 40s) taught us about real love • The moment I knew we were ready • Our proposal story (!!) • Why men commit, "if he wanted to, he would," and all the nuance in between PLUS: the urgent care trip for Viagra visit (yes, really lol), our blow-up fights, our mind-blowing makeup sex, the tears, the laughs, and the one moment that changed everything. It's messy, romantic, honest and hilarious. This is our plot twist. And we're so glad you're here for it. 💌 Want more of the story? Read The Plot Twist Diaries on Substack and grab my latest book, Don't Do Anything I Would Do.
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  Survival Mode Is Not Your Brand: The Anti-Hustle Revolution with Andrea Crowder 22.07.2025 53dk

  Have you heard? Hustle is out. Soft power is in. In this soul-shifting episode, I sit down with Andrea Crowder to explore what it means to completely rewire your approach to success. Andrea's "Pleasure Over Pressure" philosophy is not just a tagline—it's a new way to live, a new way to lead, and a new way to win. We talk about: Letting go of survival mode and choosing safety instead of stress Building a million-dollar business with nervous system regulation at the core Redefining productivity and leadership as a woman What happens when you stop chasing results and start trusting your body If you've been craving a new way to move through the world—this one's for you. 💖 Follow Andrea on IG: @love_andreacrowder 💖 Come hang with me: @thechampagnediet
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  Your Hesitation is Costing You Millions (How to Say YES and Live MORE) 19.07.2025 12dk

  What if your next level isn't about working harder...but simply saying yes to you? In today's episode, we're talking about what it really means to invest in yourself—not just financially, but energetically. I'll share how the most pivotal moments of my life and business were born from one brave decision: putting myself in powerful rooms with powerful women. Women who saw me. Mirrored my magic back to me. Held the vision when I was still shaky. We'll get into how to stop second-guessing your power, why putting yourself in powerful rooms with powerful women is the most profitable move you can make, and what it actually means to back your next era with boldness. If you're ready to move like the woman you're becoming—not the one you've outgrown—this is your episode. This is your reminder that you don't need to be "ready." You just need to be willing. EXCLUSIVE INVITE: We're entering a new era—of softness, power, intuition, and bold, unapologetic moves. If you've been craving sisterhood, strategy, and the kind of energetic upgrade that shifts your entire frequency... 🖤 GIRL CODE: The Next Era Mastermind begins September 2. Early applications are now open. Only 10 spots. ✨ Apply here ✨ You're not meant to figure it all out alone. You're meant to be poured into, babe.
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  How to Write Your Way Into the Life You Actually Want: Building Lasting Love, Legacy + a Literary Empire 04.06.2025 17dk

  Everything changed after I released my latest book. My life got softer. My writing got better. And the money came in ways that felt more aligned than ever. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my biggest reinvention yet - personally, professionally, and creatively. From falling back in love, to building a paid Substack,to  launching HOUSE OF HER, and stepping into my most creative era ever…this is the raw, real, beautiful plot twist I never saw coming. We talk about: ✨ My post-book glow-up + romantic rebirth ✨ The truth about building a life that actually feels like yours ✨ Launching HOUSE OF HER (my high-level mastermind for women in business) ✨ Growing a paid Substack that makes real money ✨ Creating HOT GIRL WRITING HOUSE for women writers at every stage 💌 LINKS & RESOURCES: → Join HOUSE OF HER (high-level mastermind for women in business): https://www.carasaysitall.com/house-of-her → Become a member of HOT GIRL WRITING HOUSE (monthly writing membership): https://www.carasaysitall.com/writing-house → Subscribe to my Substack, The Plot Twist Diaries (new series now live!): https://caraalwill.substack.com/ → Shop my latest book, Don't Do Anything I Would Do: https://tinyurl.com/mpptwdrt  
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  Think You're Not Doing Enough? This Will Change Everything 27.05.2025 12dk

  Think you're not doing enough? Welcome to the club, baby! Even in the middle of a thriving business, bestselling books, and creative expansion, I still have moments where I spiral. Where I feel like I'm falling behind, like I should be doing more, producing more, proving more. Can you relate? Instead of pushing harder, I've learned to reach for what I call The Celebration List – a simple but powerful way to shift my energy, anchor into my feminine power, and remember the woman I already am. Inside this episode, we dive into: – Why high-achieving women feel like they're always behind – How celebration can be a radical act of self-leadership – Why fullness, not force, is the strategy for your next level – How to use my Celebration List practice to realign with your highest self This is a love letter to the version of you who's done so much – and deserves to feel it! 💌 Want more real talk like this delivered straight to your inbox? I'm currently creating something for the woman who's ready to lead, launch, and live from her power. Be the first to know by joining my email list. Subscribe here.
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  When You Outgrow the Woman Who Got You Here: Quietly Becoming THAT Bitch 22.05.2025 16dk

  There comes a time in every woman's life where the version of her that built everything no longer fits. She doesn't recognize herself anymore. She's brand new. And that scares the hell out of her. In today's episode, we're talking about the sacred art of reinvention - but the messy, unglamorous middle part that can make you feel like you've lost your mind. The in-between, where you're not who you were, but you're still figuring out who you want to be. It's the part nobody else talks about, but it's also the part where the magic unfolds. We're talking soft power. Softness as strategy. And what it looks like to quietly become that bitch. Grab a notebook for this one, I'm sharing lots of journal prompts + things to think about! Step into my world: https://www.carasaysitall.com    
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  The Year of Audacity with Gwen Wunderlich: Deleting the Old You, Overcoming Self-Doubt & Making Big, Bold Moves 04.03.2025 32dk

  Back by popular demand, my girl Gwen Wunderlich returns to the podcast, and we're diving into The Year of Audacity—because if there's ever been a time to stop playing it safe, it's now. We're talking about: Embracing Change & Deleting Old Versions of Ourselves – Who you were last year? Expired. Overcoming Self-Doubt & Mastering the Art of Betting on Yourself – Because everything is figureoutable. The Cost of Playing It Safe – Stagnation disguised as security? We're not falling for it. The Power of the Pivot – It's never too late to start fresh, shift gears, or rewrite your success story. From the myth of security to why you need a little delicious delusion in your life, this episode is your permission slip to go all in. Let's get loud, take up space, and own our audacity. Enroll in HOT GIRL MEMOIR here Follow Gwen on Instagram here
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  The Over-40 Glow-Up: Sex, Money & Confidence with PR Guru Gwen Wunderlich 13.02.2025 51dk

  The truth about turning 40? It's a f*cking glow-up. Confidence starts feeling as natural as breathing—until society tries to drag us off our pretty pink cloud. But guess what? We're not having it. In this unfiltered, hilarious, and wildly empowering episode, bestselling author and no-BS truth-teller Cara Alwill sits down with PR powerhouse Gwen Wunderlich to spill the real tea on life after 40. We're talking sex, perimenopause, making (and keeping) money, and stepping into your full power as a woman in business—all with zero apologies. If you're ready to own this era of your life like the main character you are, hit play. Because this is the conversation every woman over 40 needs to hear. 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: 💖 Follow Cara on IG: @thechampagnediet → https://www.instagram.com/thechampagnediet 💖 Follow Gwen on IG: @GwenWunder → https://www.instagram.com/GwenWunder 💖 Get more from Cara → https://www.CaraSaysItAll.com
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  Dress for the Life You Want: Confidence, Energy, and the Power of Personal Style 28.01.2025 18dk

  Alright, let's talk about the skeletons in our closets—literally. If your wardrobe is full of black leggings, emotional support sweatshirts (you know, the ones you wouldn't even wear to the bodega), and clothes you're saving for "someday," this episode is your wake-up call. Spoiler alert: your clothes might be holding you back more than you think. I'm sharing how I broke up with my dingy, stretched-out wardrobe and started dressing like the main character of my life now - not 10 pounds from now, not when my life was "perfect," but today. Because here's the truth, baby: you are 100% worthy of looking amazing and feeling confident exactly as you are. We'll dive into how old clothes carry old energy, why your wardrobe matters for your mindset, and how to start dressing for the life you actually want. It's time to let go of the ghosts of laundry past and upgrade your vibe. Trust me - your future self will thank you.
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  2025 INs and OUTs (Cara's Version) 16.01.2025 19dk

  I love the INs and OUTs lists everyone makes around this time of year. So naturally I make my own. They are fun but powerful reminders of what I'm taking with me into the new year, and what I'm leaving far behind (for example, I'll be happy to never eat at a strip mall chain restaurant in Florida ever again). 2024 came in hot. My head is still spinning at the sheer amount of plot twists and lessons that were packed within this weird and wild 365 day span of time. But we keep it moving. We learn and we grow and even when it doesn't all make sense, we somehow become better versions of ourselves. And we only listen to Taylor Swift when we're mentally preapred to do so. No matter what this year brought you, I hope that you give yourself a hell of a lot of grace. And I hope that you decide who you will be in 2025, because you, my queen, have been — and always will be — the author of your life. XOXO, Cara Follow me on Instagram @TheChampagneDiet
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  Rich As F*ck Through Self-Publishing: How We Turned Books into Literary (and Financial) Empires with Amanda Frances 18.12.2024 29dk

  As a bestselling author who has sold over 300,000 books translated into 10 languages, I know a thing or two about publishing. But let me tell you, it wasn't always this way. My journey started over 12 years ago with a manuscript that was rejected by 19 publishers. Nineteen! Instead of giving up, I made a bold decision: no one was going to decide my story but me. I took control, self-published my book, and turned that first "no" into a thriving literary empire of 10 books (and counting) that have inspired women all over the world.   Looking back, I often wish I had a mentor —a fierce, self-made author who had been there, done that, and could walk me through the self-publishing process. Someone who could have poured me a glass of wine and said, "Girl, here's how it's done!"   That dream mentor didn't exist for me then, but it inspired me to become that person for others now.   Enter Amanda Frances, my fellow self-publishing queen and dear friend. Amanda is a powerhouse who made the bold move to self-publish her book Rich AF after realizing she wanted full ownership of her work (and the royalties that come with it). When she came to me for guidance, I knew her intuition was spot on. Amanda didn't just publish her book; she crushed it, selling over 100,000 copies and counting, all while keeping every ounce of her creative and financial power.   Together, Amanda and I have proven that self-published books can (and do!) outperform traditionally published titles —even the ones with big budgets and flashy marketing campaigns. In 2021, we joined forces to create Self-Published, a course designed to help women like you take charge, tell their stories, and get their books into the world on their terms.   Today, we're bringing you a very special episode packed with our best self-publishing secrets, lessons we've learned since launching the course, insights on how the publishing landscape continues to evolve, and strategies to stay ahead as a fierce and fabulous female writer.   If you've ever dreamed of holding your own book in your hands, this is your sign to make it happen. Enrollment is now open for Self-Published! Join us here and make 2025 the year you claim your spot as a published author. Let's do this —together.   JOIN SELF-PUBLISHED HERE.