On today’s episode, Kate opens up about what it really looks like to walk away from the dream you’ve carried since childhood. From seeing Wicked at age four to training at Northwestern, acting defined her life for over two decades—until it didn’t. Kate shares the grief, the spirals, the identity crisis, and the hard-won clarity that led her to finally say, “I don’t want this anymore.”

Being a mom isn’t the end—it’s the beginning. On today’s episode, Kate sits down with the radiant Bella DeNapoli—vocal powerhouse, songwriter, and proud new mama—who you might recognize from The Voice (Team Ariana, duh). Bella opens up about breaking the mold of what it means to be a mom in the performance world, how she kept her mental health steady while on national television, and how she’s learning to chase her dreams while building a beautiful real life, too. If you’ve ever wondered if you can have it all—the baby, the career, the partner, the passion—this one’s for you.

Kate is joined by guest co-host Veronica Stern to talk about what happens when your dreams shift—and why that’s not a bad thing. From national tours to a 9-to-5 in media, Veronica shares her story of burnout, pivots, and redefining success. They unpack the pressure to “make it” fast, the myth of theater-or-bust, and why taking a break doesn’t mean falling behind.

This week, Kate is breaking down friendships—the good, the messy, and the ones that might be over. How do you know if it’s just an ebb or time to let go? Let’s talk.

Wellness culture: is it helping us or just stressing us out? This week, Kate Coffey unpacks the difference between curated wellness aesthetics and actual well-being. We’re tackling why social media makes self-care feel like a full-time job, how to break free from the pressure to “do it all,” and what it really means to take care of yourself—without the guilt. Tune in for some real talk, a few laughs, and a reminder that your wellness journey is yours to define.

A deep dive into why bad taste in dating should’ve been Kate’s personal brand. From chasing walking red flags to mistaking mixed signals for romance, this one’s got all the chaos, hard lessons, and secondhand embarrassment you could ask for.

Kate dives into the highs and lows of creative life—think burnout, hustle culture, and the struggle to keep your art fun. It’s all about protecting your creative energy and finding balance without losing your vibe.

The queen of pink and advocating for self-care within the theater industry, Cara Rose DiPietro, joins us today to talk all things audition season. Those dreadful 4-5 months of winter in NYC where every professional theater actor makes a home in the halls of Pearl Studios or Ripley Grier. Join Kate & Cara as they talk about mental health stigma within the theater, how to survive the season of no’s, the non-equity AND equity actor hustle, emotional UTIs, and so much more. Grab your favorite dunkin’ order and join our girling session!

So... the question still stands: Are you REALLY a girls girl? Let's find out. Kate is flying solo this week (don’t worry— your double unlicensed therapist team will be back in action next week). Let’s talk about the hot button topic that is being a girls girl. Kate defines what a girls girl is (along with several other categories), her own experience navigating relationships with non-girls girls, and how to becoming a recovering non-girls girl.

Welcome to your guide through the mental & emotional health of your 20s through the eyes of perhaps under qualified but extremely passionate girlies.