Welcome Eden Malinoff to Trying to Figure it Out. Eden is the owner of Baked SoCal – the actual best cookies in Los Angeles. Today, we're here to talk about mental health and what led Eden to take a pause on her baking business. A few weeks ago, and for the first time, Eden shared on social media that she struggles with obsessive compulsive disorder and an eating disorder. In this episode, we dive into those struggles and discuss how OCD led Eden to start baking in the first place. Eden opens up and shares her whole story. She moved to New York City freshman year to attend NYU in the dark days of the pandemic. She dropped out to move back home with her parents, and explains from there how she ended up living in LA making the best cookies in the second biggest city in the country. CONTENT WARNING: THIS PODCAST CONTAINS CONVERSATIONS ABOUT EATING DISORDERS Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

I quit social media for a week and here's what I learned. Welcome back to Trying to Figure it Out. In this episode, I take you through the events that led me to feeling completely burnt out by the doomscroll and deciding to actually do something about it. This is the first time I have ever committed to taking a break from social media. Ever. Since I signed up for Instagram when I was 14 years old, I have not taken a day off from checking these apps. Until now! My three friends and I decided that we'd had enough and in this episode I'm going to fill you in on everything I gained from that experience. And yes, I'm back on TikTok now, but I've set parameters that I'm sticking to and boundaries that are working for me. Listen to this episode and get inspired to put the phone down. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

This week on Trying to Figure it Out, I'm sharing all my best advice for how to find the right therapist for you. I share my recent decision to move on from someone who wasn't helping me in the way I need, and how I'm finding a therapist who will be a better fit. A therapy journey isn't linear and it can be hard to find the right person to help you work through the difficult emotions that will inevitably surface during your sessions. In today's episode, I break down all the different therapy modalities that I've tried, logistical elements to consider when picking your therapist, and where to actually find a therapist who checks all your boxes. There's a therapist out there for you! I hope this episode helps you find them. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

We're approaching peak sweater weather and I'm officially defrosting – Fall is my time to shine. But before we get into all the autumnal festivities, I'm here with a solo episode this week to recap my summer. My summer started off with a bang in May. I had 2.3 million events in May, and went on a dream vacay to Hawaii the first week in June. I recap those events for you in this episode, but, once June came around, I needed a serious reset. My overflowing schedule has always helped me distract myself from how I'm really feeling on the inside, and in this episode, I share how I learned to slow down and connect with myself again this summer. I introduce the art of the half-rot and how I'm working on co-existing with my trauma. Happy fall everyone!! Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

This week on Trying to Figure It Out, I'm with Dr. Arias, a psychologist and expert in all things pregnancy, postpartum, women's health, and relationship dynamics. Having a baby is the ultimate lesson in taking a leap into the unknown and Dr. Arias is here to break down the mental side of becoming a mom. She explains how special and fragile the human body is during pregnancy and postpartum. Physically and mentally, Dr. Arias prioritizes taking care of yourself so you can take care of your baby. She talks about postpartum depression and the feelings some moms get after having a baby, and how that is normal. Almost everything that happens around having a baby is out of the mom's control. And that is really, really hard. Dr.Arias explains ways to manage that feeling and answers more questions you have about pregnancy and postpartum. Enjoy! Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

In my early 20s I felt like I had it all figured out…Now that I'm in my late twenties? Not so much. Krista Williams joins TTFIO this week to help us take a deep breath and relax – she's here with the sisterly advice that we actually want to listen to. Krista started the Almost 30 Podcast nine years ago and our conversation is full of tips on how to confidently and gracefully turn into full-blown adults. Krista shares her story and how she had to hit rock bottom before she could build the life she loves. We talk all about dating and what makes a successful relationship; Krista even spills a big update in her own dating life! The lessons she's learned along the way are so valuable – tune in and enjoy! Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

Let's talk about plastic surgery. Welcome back to another TTFIO solo episode. This week, I'm going completely makeup-free while detailing the highs and lows of every single cosmetic procedure and surgery I've tried. We talk about the first time I went to a plastic surgeon (when I was 20!) and which procedures the surgeon told me I could consider to enhance my appearance. And the truth is, I did end up going under the knife at his suggestion. Botox, filler, injectables…I walk you through the little tweaks that I intend to do for the foreseeable future. Not all my experiences have been positive though, and I reveal the one major thing that I regret doing and why. Finally, I tell the story of a terrifying and traumatizing filler experience, and why I have no plans to ever get my lips filled again. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

Welcome back to TTFIO! I'm here with a solo to talk about all things Los Angeles. This year marks the tenth anniversary of living in this city that I love so much. In this episode I take you through all the hot tips I've compiled since I moved here to start my freshman year at USC. If you live in the city or you're thinking about moving here, this episode is for you. You'll get tips about where to get your hair and nails done, which restaurants I've been loving, how to make friends here, and the best Erewhon order (including which smoothie I wish they'd bring back). I also share my guide to all the different neighborhoods in LA – there's a place here for everyone. I love this city and I love this episode. I hope you do too! Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

Welcome back to TTFIO! Our guest this week, Nurse Julie, attempted to make a dent in curing my lifelong fear of dying. This woman is brilliant. A career hospice nurse, Julie has spent her life taking care of people in their final stages of life. Her approach to life and death is something you have to hear. She talks about her work, how patients feel at the end of life, how families can support them, what hospice care entails, and she gives specific details on how you can help your loved ones when you die. From things as simple as jotting down passwords, to more intricate financial details, Nurse Julie shares all the tips you need, but what no one wants to talk about. Julie is on a mission to normalize conversations around death and dying, and I'm excited to share this episode with you all. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

It's time for some life updates. In this week's solo episode, I'm catching you all up on what I've been up to these past few months. I've had a very not-Euro summer…Instead of drinking aperol spritzes and gallivanting along the coast of Italy, I've spent the summer getting my mental health in check. In today's episode, I tell you about my journey to regulate the medications I'm taking for my mental health. From Prozac, to Xanax, to Valium, to Lemme Sleep…You'll hear about what's working for me and what I've cut out of my routine. Enjoy! My favorite meditation app: https://insighttimer.com/ Lemme Sleep: https://lemmelive.com/products/sleep?variant=43835834433750 Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

I'm here to confess something this week on TTFIO. I am a hypochondriac. As long as I can remember, I have experienced excessive worry and anxiety about my health. In this episode, I take you along my journey and explain my experience with health-related anxiety. I was in a car accident with my mom when I was 8 years old, and since then, I've created stories and convinced myself that I am suffering serious illness despite medical reassurances that I am not. Good news is, I've started to figure it out. I'm starting to learn how to manage. And in this episode, I share what's really helped me better manage a decade worth of anxieties. Hope some of this can help you or someone you love. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

This week on TTFIO, we're answering all your questions about egg freezing and IVF. I'm interviewing Dr. Huang, the fertility specialist who froze my eggs six years ago. I deal with PCOS, and you'll learn why egg freezing was the right choice for me. Dr. Huang covers the reasons why you might consider freezing your eggs and he breaks down exactly what happens during the egg freezing process. He even shares what men can do if sperm quality is an issue for a couple. Finally, we discuss the expenses associated with egg freezing and the uncertain future for reproductive care after the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

In this week's solo episode, I open up about the inappropriate and illegal relationship I found myself in when I was 16 years old. Even now, over ten years later, I'm still processing and healing from this experience, and today's episode is part of that journey. I recap everything for you and you'll hear how I wound up in a relationship with my high school strength coach. I'm coming to terms with the shame and the guilt that I carry from this relationship, and this is my message to you: It is not your fault. If you've been in an abusive relationship, you did not deserve what your abuser put you through. Even if you welcomed the relationship at the time, that does not mean that the abuse was okay. Recovering from abuse is confusing and uncomfortable, and if there is anyone else out there who knows what I'm talking about, I get it. I hope today's episode helps you feel less alone. Love you. Out now on all podcast platforms. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

HAPPY PRIDE EVERYONE. ROAD TRIP!! I packed up my car and drove to Las Vegas to sit down with Jimbo the Drag Clown hours before their live show. After chatting about how we met, Jimbo recaps her days as a little kid, when she'd spend hours playing dress up with her brother until their scientist father put an end to it. She tells the story of how she started off studying biology in college to please her dad, and reveals the path that took her out west and how that led to discovering who she truly is. I loved our conversation about coming out, hiding parts of ourselves, and the power of embracing what makes us different.
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Celebrity tanning artist Isabel Alysa is here today to share her unbelievable story. Born into a family of addicts, Isabel was sent to live with a foster family at age seven. She spent the next ten years fighting for her life before escaping from her abusive foster parents when she ran away at 17. She talks about starting from nothing, and explains the origin of her brands, Dolce Glow and Sunnee Bae. She tells the story of her ascent, and how she booked her first celebrity client (Kylie Jenner, NBD). She describes the evolution of her relationship with the Kardashians and how the family's seal of approval helped catapult her businesses into worldwide brands. Please proceed with caution, this podcast contains a description of violence and abuse that may upset some listeners. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

Peter Madrigal is here - you know we love a Vanderpump guest. Peter started as a busboy at SUR, where he worked his way up to manager, a position he still holds. Peter is fired up, and he makes it clear: Every cast member worked at the restaurant. He shares his thoughts and first impressions of all the OG Vanderpump cast members, and gives an update on where he stands with each of them now. He spills what he can about the upcoming season of Vanderpump Rules and clarifies that yes, in fact, the new cast members also all work at SUR. He's their manager! Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

Welcome back to TTFIO. Today I'm bringing you an emergency solo. I woke up with some serious thoughts about therapy, I called my producer to record, and here we are. The Do's and Don't's of Therapy. Relax and get cozy, I have some stories to tell. The truth is, I've been in therapy since I was eight. I'm ready to share the most important things I've learned over that 19 year journey. I've done Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I've done virtual therapy, I've done in-person therapy, I've tried different medications, I've lied to my therapists, I've bonded with my therapists, and I've learned a LOT. I've done it all, and today I want to share my best tips with you. Of course, I update you on where I am in therapy now. I had fun recording this one and I hope you have fun listening. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Executive Producer/Editor: Annie Gottlieb Producer: Eliza Laycock Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

Grace Amaku is here and we're getting into it. We discuss our meet cute at the Clarins Event and rehash the vibes at the event. Grace talks about growing up the daughter of Nigerian immigrants and how that impacted…pretty much everything about her! We talk about her transition from working as a nurse into a full time content creator and comedian. We break down the dating scene and how men treat her differently because of her unique job. At the end, Grace brings some hilarious impersonations we promise will have you laughing. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

This week on TTFIO, Sierra Boudreaux joins me for a candid conversation about the experience of losing a parent. Sierra received the call in January that her mom passed away unexpectedly and she shares the rollercoaster of feelings she's experienced since then. She says her grief is unpredictable, but explains how her friends help her through the rough times. She also gives tips about what *not* to do when a friend is grieving. Hint: Don't make it about yourself! Sierra tells the story of her sober curious journey, how her mom's death upended her sobriety, and how she comfortably incorporated alcohol back into her life. The 26-year-old content creator from Texas drinks now, but we discuss the rules she's created to keep her drinking in check. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright

Charli Burnett joins Trying To Figure It Out this week for an episode you won't want to miss. Charli, a former Vanderpump Rules cast member, is here to break down her time on the show, and even reveals who she still keeps in touch with. We discuss where she is now both professionally, and personally, and she divulges some major life updates (spoiler alert, she's engaged).

 We dive into where she grew up and how that drastically impacted her image on the show. Charli shares the story of how she ended up working in reality television and where that path might lead her next. We debunk major Vanderpump fan misconceptions (yes, we talk pasta), and how starring on the show completely changed her relationship with her now-fiancee. Also available as a video podcast on YouTube. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Executive Producer: Annie Gottlieb Camera/Audio: Jeremy Bassett Additional Support: Jillian Himmelwright