In this episode of the True Talk Podcast, host Jenna Stakias sits down with Ralph Borgess, better known online as “That Ain't Gonna Work" guy from Hawkeye Home Inspections — the viral home inspector who’s taking social media by storm with his hilarious catchphrase “That ain’t gonna work!”

Ralph opens up about his journey from construction to entrepreneurship, how he built a thriving home inspection business, and why authenticity, humor, and hard work are the foundations of his success. From wild stories of things he’s found in houses to heartfelt reflections on balancing fatherhood and business, this episode is packed with motivation, laughs, and real talk about what it takes to build a brand that stands out online.

👉 Tune in to learn how staying true to yourself, showing up consistently, and leading with passion can help you grow your business and your personal brand — no matter what industry you’re in.

Key Takeaways:

• How Ralph went from construction to becoming a viral home inspector

• The story behind his famous phrase “That ain’t gonna work”

• Tips for using social media to grow your business organically

• The power of networking and collaboration in entrepreneurship

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

#TrueTalkPodcast #Entrepreneurship #HomeInspection #SmallBusiness #ThatAintGonnaWork #StayTrue #Motivation #ViralMarketing #AuthenticBranding #BusinessGrowth

🎙️ True Talk Podcast | Episode: Empowering Entrepreneurs w/ Allison Bridges
Hosted by: Jenna Stakias
Guest: Allison Bridges (@allisonmbridges), Founder of Experts Only Consulting

🔥 In this episode of the True Talk Podcast, we sit down with the powerful and inspiring Allison Bridges—a business owner, consultant, and mother who keeps it real about what it takes to show up authentically while building your dream. From overcoming fear and faking confidence until it becomes real, to balancing family, career, and self, this episode is for anyone chasing purpose while navigating the chaos of real life.

If you're ready to start messy, pivot boldly, and create your own opportunities, this conversation will give you the push you need.

🎧 Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome & Intro
2:45 – Allison’s Journey: From Side Hustle to Business Owner
7:30 – Faking Confidence Until It Feels Real
12:20 – Starting Before You’re Ready
18:00 – Balancing Family and Business
24:15 – Finding Joy in Simplicity
29:40 – Creating Opportunities for Yourself
35:00 – Lessons Learned from Experience
41:00 – Final Thoughts & Advice

🌟 Key Takeaways:

• Authenticity is your biggest asset in business

• You can fake confidence until it becomes real

• Progress beats perfection—start somewhere

• Flexibility is crucial in every season of life

• You are responsible for creating your own opportunities

• Balance is possible—but not always pretty

• Real growth requires moving through fear

💡 About the Guest:
Allison Bridges is the founder of Experts Only Consulting, where she helps entrepreneurs and business leaders turn their ideas into aligned, impactful brands. With a heart for real talk and an eye for strategy, she’s changing the way women lead in business.

✨ Let’s Connect:
👉 Subscribe for more real, raw, and motivating episodes
👉 Like, comment, and share if this episode hit home
👉 Follow the host Jenna on Instagram: @jennastakias
👉 Join the True Crew community: @truetalktm

Welcome back True Crew™!

In this episode of the True Talk Podcast, Jenna sits down with fitness coach and entrepreneur Sophia Fernandez for an honest and heartfelt conversation about what it really takes to build a healthy, sustainable lifestyle—inside and out.

Sophia opens up about how fitness became her emotional escape and how her background in business marketing helped her turn that personal outlet into a thriving coaching career. From navigating the chaos of entrepreneurship to learning how to balance discipline with grace, Sophia shares the real, unfiltered truths behind her journey.

We explore why consistency matters more than instant results, how holistic health practices lead to long-term success, and the importance of slowing down and giving yourself time to grow. Sophia also dives into the pressure many women feel to rush their fitness journeys, and why building muscle and confidence takes time, commitment, and compassion.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your goals—whether in fitness, business, or life—this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, inspired, and ready to give yourself the space to evolve.

Sophia is giving all True Crew listeners and viewers a free consulation/discovery call. HOW COOL IS THAT?!

You can book with her directly here!

Make sure to follow Sophia on Instagram @fitbysophbof

✨ Listen now and don’t forget to follow @truetalkpod on TikTok & @truetalktm on Instagram.

Be sure to rate, review, and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that their journey is valid, and their growth is worth the time.

In this powerful episode of the True Talk Podcast, we sit down with Kitty Woo Ham, a board-certified nurse practitioner and founder of Enlighten Holistic Health, to talk about the truth behind healing your body from the inside out.

Kitty shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic eczema and how it led her to explore the deeper connection between diet, gut health, and emotional wellness. We dive into the difference between holistic health and conventional medicine, the importance of daily detoxification, and how toxic relationships can affect your physical health—especially your gut.

This episode is packed with real, unfiltered insights on:

• Why gut health is essential for mood and immune support

• Red flags to look out for in traditional medical care

• How intermittent fasting can support (or harm) your body

• The underrated role of daily bowel movements in detoxing

• How supplements should support—not substitute—a healthy lifestyle

• The emotional connection between toxic relationships and physical health

Whether you’re dealing with chronic symptoms, burnout, or just want to feel more in tune with your body, this episode will give you practical tools and eye-opening truths to reclaim your wellness journey.

Connect with Kitty Woo Ham:
🌐 Website: www.kittywooham.com
📲 Instagram: @enlightenholistichealth

Follow the True Talk Podcast + Host Jenna:
🎙 Podcast IG: @truetalktm
👑 The True Empire (Marketing & Creative Agency): @thetrueempiretm
💫 Host: @jennastakias
🌍 Website: www.thetrueempiretm.com

Welcome back True Crew!!

In this inspiring episode of the True Talk Podcast™, host Jenna Stakias sits down with Sara Gorovits, the talented permanent makeup and fine line tattoo artist behind Tête-à-Tête. Together, they dive into Sara’s journey from being a creative child to building a thriving beauty business that empowers women, including cancer survivors, through her transformative artistry. It truly is an episode for anyone and everyone!

Sara opens up about the emotional impact of her work, the challenges she overcame entering the tattoo and beauty industry, and how she helps clients regain their confidence through permanent makeup. Jenna and Sara also discuss the importance of balancing creativity with business ownership, the detailed process behind fine line tattoos and cosmetic tattooing, and Sara’s future plans to educate and inspire the next generation of artists.

Whether you're a beauty enthusiast, aspiring artist, entrepreneur, or someone who believes in the power of art to heal, this episode will leave you feeling motivated to stay true to your passions and embrace your unique path.

✨ Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share the True Talk Podcast for more empowering conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers!

Make sure to follow Sara: @teteatete_by_sara_gorovits and hit her up for any tattoo or permanent makeup needs!!

🎙️ New Episode Alert: The Power of Voice, Value & the Business Savage Mindset w/ Cassandra | True Talk Podcast

In this episode of the True Talk Podcast, host Jenna Stakis sits down with Cassandra, a powerhouse Canadian entrepreneur living in the U.S., best known for her bold brand, The Business Savage. From her days as a competitive hockey player to building a thriving business empire, Cassandra shares her inspiring journey and the mindset shifts that helped her turn passion into profit.

You’ll hear how she: ✨ Transformed her athletic discipline into entrepreneurial grit
✨ Uses branding and voice coaching to empower others to speak with purpose and power
✨ Embraces failure as fuel for growth
✨ Taps into intuition and alignment to make better business decisions
✨ Stays grounded in her values while building a bold, unshakable brand

The episode wraps with a hilarious and eye-opening round of “True or Troll”, where we debunk the most popular (and sometimes ridiculous) business advice floating around the internet.

Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a personal brand builder, or someone just trying to show up confidently in your space, this episode is packed with real talk, actionable gems, and savage energy you don’t want to miss.

Make sure to follow Cass on IG: @the.business.savage & check out all that she has to offer at www.thebusinesssavage.com

🎧 Tune in now and discover how to own your voice, know your value, and lead with alignment.

👉 Don’t forget to rate, review, and follow the True Talk Podcast™ so you never miss an episode full of purpose, power, and personality.

#TrueTalkPodcast #BusinessSavage #WomenInBusiness #VoiceCoaching #BrandingTips #EntrepreneurMindset #ConfidenceTips #PersonalGrowth #IntuitionInBusiness #EmpowermentThroughVoice

Get ready for one of the most exciting episodes of True Talk! I’m sitting down with Corey Gray (@hairdustry) and Sophia Smith (@bysophiasmith) for a conversation packed with more wisdom from Corey, and nonstop laughs! 🚀

But wait… we didn’t just talk—we played some wild, unexpected games that had us all cracking up! 😂 Who won? Who completely fumbled? You’ll have to tune in to find out!

In this episode, we cover:
✨ The importance of personal resolutions for growth.
🎙️ Inner child work is essential for healing past traumas.
🤣 Fun games can reveal interesting personal insights.
💡 Advice for hairstylists, entrepreneurs & content creators looking to grow

If you love real talk, unfiltered laughs, and major industry gems, this episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎧

🔥 Don’t miss out—hit play now, subscribe, and join the #TrueCrew! Drop a 🎲 in the comments if you’re ready for the fun!

#TrueTalkPodcast #PodcastCrossover #Hairdustry #PodcastLife #EntrepreneurMindset #GameOn #StayTrue

Welcome back to my True Crew™!! AHHHHH I MISSED YOU GUYS SO MUCH!!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all! Enjoy this time with your family and friends! I will talk with you all soon ;)

As mentioned, the ⁠merchandise website⁠ is LIVE!! Use code "TRUE" for FREE SHIPPING!!! Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew™ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram: @jennastakias & @thetrueempiretm

TikTok: @truetalkpod Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back to my True Crew™!! First I want to say a HUGE THANK YOUUUU to all of you for supporting me on this podcast journey!! While this is the final episode of Season 1, don't worry Season 2 is around the corner! This was a really cool full circle type of episode moment. I sat down and spoke with my past guest, Theoni AKA Not Your Daddy's Lender, husband Philip. They are the definition of power couple!! So inspiring and interesting hearing how he got started in the world of business and how his family roots really got him to where he is today. Don't forget to follow Philip on socials: IG: @philipkopunek As mentioned, the ⁠merchandise website⁠ is LIVE!! Use code "TRUE" for FREE SHIPPING!!! Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew™ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram: @jennastakias & @thetrueempiretm @bysophiasmith TikTok: @truetalkpod Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back to my True Crew™!!

It has been way too LLLLOOOONNNNGGGG since I have posted, and I am so sorry about that! Life kinda took over, but we are back baby!!

This episode was super special, being able to record it with my cousin Stella, someone I admire for her resiliency, strength, and work ethic. You guys need to listen to it if you need that push to take that chance on yourself and your dreams.

Don't forget to follow Stella on socials:

IG: @stella.glam

TikTok: @stellas777

As mentioned, the ⁠⁠merchandise website⁠⁠ is LIVE!!

Use code "TRUE" for FREE SHIPPING!!!

Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew™ ❤️

Follow us on

Instagram: @jennastakias & @thetrueempiretm @bysophiasmith

TikTok: @truetalkpod

Stay tuned for so much more to come :)

xo, Jenna

Welcome back to my True Crew™!!

First I would like to welcome the newest team member of the True Empire™ , Sophia Smith!!!

Corey Gray, host of Your Day Off Podcast , joined the True Crew for this week's episode The conversation touches on topics such as sobriety, mental health, and depression with some advice on finding light in dark times. Overall, it was such a great conversation about self-growth and self-reflection! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Thank you to The Temple for allowing us to record the show there! Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew™ ❤️

Follow us on Instagram:

@jennastakias & @thetrueempiretm

@bysophiasmith

TikTok: @truetalkpod

Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back to my True Crew!! A true Baltimore staple, Jimmy's Famous Seafood, has been around for 50 years!! I got the chance to speak with one of the owners of this incredible establishment about the behind-the-scenes of running a business like theirs and being a father most importantly.

Follow them on socials: @jimmysseafood & @tonyminadakis

Thank you to Harford Haven Studio ❤️

@harfordhavenstudio

Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️ Follow me on Instagram: @jennastakias & TikTok: @truetalkpod Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back to my True Crew!! Lauren's journey began with an infection in a root canal tooth, which led to various symptoms and a search for answers. She tried traditional medicine, but eventually turned to functional medicine and nervous system regulation work. Lauren emphasizes the importance of self-love and inner child healing in the healing process.

Follow Lauren on Instagram: @levelup_withlauren Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️

Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @jennastakias  Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back to my True Crew!! Not only is she an author and entrepreneur, she is a mom of 3, a mentor, and all around boss babe! Megan Ewing, author of "Think Big, Act Bold" gives us insight on how to manage everything including motherhood and all about why setting goals is so important.

Buy your copy of her book here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/think-big-act-bold-megan-ewing/1143349562?ean=9798391010623

Follow Megan on socials: @i_am_meganewing & @thinkbigactboldpodcast

Follow the studio: @harfordhavenstudio Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️ Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @jennastakias  Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back to my True Crew!! In this episode of the True Talk podcast we discuss Evangelia's journey into the music industry, her unique blend of Greek and American pop music, and her love for cooking and jewelry. Evangelia shares the story behind her song 'Paradise' and talks about her passion for integrating traditional Greek elements into her music.

Get your tickets now for the Feels like Greek Summer Tour!!

Click here: https://www.evangeliamusic.com/touring

Follow Evangelia on all socials: @evangelia Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️ Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @jennastakias  Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back True Crew!! Social media management expert, Sam Schmidt and I get into how she got into social media management, the importance of confidence in business, and some ways that she has been able to help her autoimmune disease. Follow her on IG: @samschmidtsocial Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️ Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @jennastakias  Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back True Crew!!

This week's episode @ThaliaFalcon and I dive into what it's like building her brand in the music industry and enjoying all the ups and downs of the journey. Never listen to the people who try to tell you that you can't. If you can believe in yourself, then you can make it happen!

Make sure to follow Thalia on YouTube, Apple Music and, Spotify @ThaliaFalcon

Follow her on IG: @thaliafalcon

Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️ Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @jennastakias  Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Are you struggling with finances and budgeting? Listen to this conversation with TikTok's own, Erin Confortini. We talk all about #finance, how Erin got started in the #budgeting world, and staying true to who you are even in the world and pressures of social media! Follow Erin on IG & TikTok: @itserinconfortini

Check out her podcast: Girls Talk Money Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️ Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @jennastakias  Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna

Welcome back True Crew!! I want to talk to you guys about embracing your personal evolution journey. Guys, it is okay to change as you get older. We are not always going to be the same person we once were. Go deep into your personal development and self-reflection and you'll be amazed at what you discover. Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel to become part of the True Crew ❤️ Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @jennastakias  Stay tuned for so much more to come :) xo, Jenna