Velvets Edge

Orthopedic surgeon and author, David Hanscom tells Kelly why he quit practicing surgery and how he has now become known as the surgeon who talks his patients out of surgery for chronic pain and into alternative practices. He talks about anxiety and stress as the two main causes of inflammation (disease producers) in the body. Finally, Dr. Hanscom talks through his prescription for Covid and it doesn’t involve any medication. Books: Back in controlDo You Really Need Spine Surgery? Website:Backincontrol.com  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly and Chip discuss the national controversy of Cardi B’s latest hit, W.A.P. They also read responses from listeners on whether or not the song is empowering women sexually or degrading.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly talks with cosmetic nurse, Keri Claudel, about the current skin care routine she has put Kelly on that has completely changed her skin. Keri also gives a few tips for things to do for skin while in isolation.Socials:@thenashvillebeautygirl Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relationship columnist and expert, Amy Chan, tells Kelly about our societies confusion with love and why what most of us perceive as “love” is actually love addiction. Amy also describes her Breakup Bootcamp retreat and how she has created a space and place for healing from a broken heart with both science and spirituality. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly and Chip answer more of your sex and dating questions including how to prepare “down there,” being friends with and ex and how to handle STD’s. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly talks to author and spiritual guru Phil Goldberg about how to survive the hard, imperfect, messy parts of life. Phil gives tangible tips as well as calming wisdom and ultimately what may be a map for a new life for us all. Website: http://philipgoldberg.comBook: Spiritual Practice for Crazy Times  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly and Chip discuss the black and whiteness of sexuality and ask the question: is the scale a little more grey? They also ask your opinion on whether on whether or not a person who hooks up with another person of the same sex is gay? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly talks to country music artist, Granger Smith and his wife, Amber about tragically losing their 3 year old son a year ago through and accidental story. The couple bravely tells their story in hopes of educating people on extra safety measures that can be taken to help prevent this from happening. They also share stories of how they are working through their grief and finding joy in each day. Donate to help: riverkellyfund.org Socials: @grangersmith@amberemilysmith Earl Dibbles: Country Boy Quarantine  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does sex get better with age? Does sex get better or worse in a long term relationship? Kelly and Chip read your responses to these questions and the answers are probably not what you think.Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorschEmail: actcasual@velvetsedge.com  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly talks to wildly successful entrepreneur turned podcaster, John Roa, about his rapid rise to success and subsequent mental breakdown. John opens up about the toll building a business to the top can take on a human being and what was actually happening internally to him, while the world thought he had truly made it. He also gives his top three tips to any entrepreneurs, hint: they aren't all about business. Socials: @johnroa@thejohnroashowPodcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-john-roa-show-60338412/Link to John's book Practical Way To Get Rich and Die Tryinghttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/635132/a-practical-way-to-get-rich----and-die-trying-by-john-roa/?pdivflag Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly and Chip discuss the societal pressures of being married or settled by a certain age and whether or not that is something men and women feel. In a “not casual” moment, Kelly breaks down and cries about why it feels real for her.Sent from my iPhoneFollow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorschEmail: actcasual@velvetsedge.com  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly talks to the founder of Enneagram and coffee about the ins and outs of the Enneagram personality test. The pair breaks down the multiple facets of this test and talk about why it works in life, business and relationships. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly and Chip continue to answer your sex and dating questions, including favorite type of condoms, if vibrators are bad in a couple, favorite types of foreplay and a cheating story for the books. Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorschEmail: actcasual@velvetsedge.com  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly sits down with vibrational energy healer, Linda Penny after an energy healing session to discuss the importance of healing the body in order to move forward and be present in life. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chip and Kelly continue answering your sex and dating questions. This weeks topics cover polyamory, how to spice things up in a long term relationship, how to use lube and favorite sexual positions. Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorschEmail: actcasual@velvetsedge.com  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly talks to intuitive tarot carot reader and energy healer, Holly D Ramey about what is happening in the universe right now. 2020 has been an insane year, but according to astrologers and energy healers, this is no mistake. Holly explains what is really going on. Socials: @hollydrameyWebsite: hollydramey.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly and Chip answer your questions about sex and dating. This week's topics include how to sext, how long before dating should become exclusive, is the "big bush" making a comeback and more. Follow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorschEmail: actcasual@velvetsedge.com  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly records a phone call with dear friend, Cassidy Bentley asking for advice on teaching young girls they are beautiful as they are. Cassidy shares two daughters with country music star, Dierks Bentley and Kelly is now dating a man with two young daughters. Kelly asks Cassidy advice on finding the balance between feeling good on the outside while teaching the girls to love who they are on the inside. The women also discuss their own personal insecurities and inner critics that having young girls around has made them face. socials: @cassrunsboston17 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly and Chip answer listener emails about protocol for re-entry into “normal” life after quarantine. They also reach through the Act Casual email inbox while drinking tequila.Email: actcasual@velvetsedge.comFollow Kelly: @velvetsedge Follow Chip: @chipdorsch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly talks to the founders of one of her favorite beauty brands (@co2lift), Lana and Terry Kerr about being black in America. The group talks about how to openly and kindly discuss the topic of racism, white privilege and change; all while learning from each other about where the disconnects have happened in our country and how we can all unite for the greater good. Socials: @co2liftWebsite: https://co2lift.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.