Bloom Bright with Kelly

A New Chapter: Andrea Thome on Writing, Reinvention & Mine Again

How do you go from reporting the news to writing your own book series? This week, Kelly sits down with award-winning author Andrea Thome to talk about her journey from sp

Currently Obsessed: Beauty, Trends, Squishies & More with Shelly

Shelly is back, and this episode is all about what we’re loving right now! We’re talking current trends, the skincare, beauty products and treatments we’re trying, things

From Dentist to Entrepreneur: Dr. Mira Albert on Brush, Motherhood & Healthy Smiles

Dr. Mira Albert is the founder of Brush Pediatric Dentistry, a mom of two boys, and an entrepreneur who turned her passion for working with kids into a thriving practice

The Art of Building a Beautiful Brand with Caitlin Jecklin

This week on Bloom Bright, I'm joined by the founder of Once Upon a Dollhouse and Dollhouse Social to talk about her journey from public relations to content creator

The College Launch Guide with Lisa Doyle: Real Advice From a Mom of Five

Sending your child off to college is exciting, emotional...and a little overwhelming. Whether you're preparing for your first move-in day or your fifth, this episode

Beyond the Badge: Leadership, Courage & Life Lessons with Margaret "Mimi" McGreal

What does it take to rise to the top in one of the most demanding careers imaginable? This week, Kelly sits down with Margaret "Mimi" McGreal, who spent more than 26 year

Feeling Your Best & Aging Well with Olya Borsuk

In this episode, Kelly sits down with Olya Borsuk, co-founder of InfuseWell Concierge, to share her journey of building a successful wellness business and helping clients

More Than Mahjong: Games, Connection & Community with Missy Mahjong

Mahjong may be having a major moment, but for Michelle Dermenjian—better known as Missy Mahjong—it has always been about so much more than the game itself. In this episod

The Realistic Guide to Health & Fitness with Heather McCarthy

This week on Bloom Bright with Kelly, I’m joined by Heather McCarthy, co-founder of The Set Fitness, for a real conversation about fitness, nutrition, consistency, and fi

Living with Purpose in Every Season: Faith, Family & Health with Shannon Keating

In this episode of Bloom Bright, Kelly sits down with Shannon Keating for a conversation about living with purpose in every season of life. Shannon shares her journey fr

Perimenopause Unfiltered: Myths, Symptoms & Redefining Midlife with Carmen Rivero

In this episode, I sit down with Carmen Rivero, founder of People Living Healthy and a certified menopause specialist coach, to have a real, honest conversation about wha

St. Barths: Is It Actually Worth the Hype?

In this episode, Kevin joins me as we break down our trip to St. Barths—an island known for its yachts, celebrities, and major hype. We had been wanting to go for a whil

Confidence, Mindset & Growth: A Pageant Perspective with Grace Rodi, Miss Illinois USA 2024

In this episode, I’m joined by Grace Rodi, Miss Illinois USA 2024, to talk about a world that so many people are curious about — pageants.   We’re breaking down the bigge

The Art of Planning the Perfect Trip with Luxury Travel Advisor Sheila McNaughton

In this episode, Kelly sits down with luxury travel advisor Sheila McNaughton of Elysian Travel. Before entering the travel industry, Sheila worked as a television produc

Blooming Through Season One: My Biggest Takeaways

In this solo episode, I’m reflecting on everything season one of this podcast has taught me — from starting messy, to pushing through fear, to realizing just how powerful

Rooted in Faith: Trusting God Through Life’s Transitions with Ashleigh Stuck

In this episode of Bloom Bright, Kelly sits down with Ashleigh Stuck, a recent college graduate navigating the exciting — and often overwhelming — transition into adultho

Reading as a Lifestyle with Jennifer Steinhagen of @bookandachai

In this episode of Bloom Bright, I’m joined by Jennifer Steinhagen, the creator behind @bookandachai—a cozy corner of Instagram curating a reader’s lifestyle through book

Style Without the Stress: High–Low Fashion & Real-Life Dressing with Mary Beth

In this episode, I’m joined by Mary Beth Joutras, the Chicago-based fashion blogger behind @mjstyle.me. Known for her classic yet on-trend style, Mary Beth shares how she

The Love Story That Almost Didn’t Happen. - A Conversation with Kevin

In this episode, I’m joined by my husband, Kevin, for an honest and easy conversation about marriage, partnership, and growing together over time. We start with the story

Aging Gracefully, Together: Friendship & Strength with Denise

In this episode, I’m sitting down with my dear friend Denise — an orthopedic surgeon and someone who’s been part of my life through many seasons. We talk about how we met