Episode 3, Part 1 – Chronic Illness, Chronic Strength: Kate’s Story

In this episode, Kate opens up about her journey of living with chronic illness and what it means to redefine strength when your body doesn’t always cooperate. She shares the unseen battles, the daily resilience it takes to keep going, and how her perspective on health, fitness, and self-compassion has evolved through it all. As a mother navigating the demands of parenting while managing her own health, Kate’s story is one of grit, grace, and learning to show up for herself and her family—even on the hardest days. This is more than a story of survival—it’s a story of courage, love, and the power of finding strength in unexpected places.

Episode 2: Being a Woman is F*cking Hard (and How We’re Doing It Anyway)
In this conversation, Vanessa and Kate get real about the unspoken challenges women face every day—the pressure to hold it all together, the weight of expectations, and the invisible load we carry in silence. From balancing careers and relationships to navigating self-doubt and burnout, being a woman often feels like an uphill battle.

But we’re not just talking about the hard stuff—we’re sharing how we cope, push through, and reclaim our strength in the middle of it all. With honesty, humor, and compassion, this episode reminds you that while being a woman is f*cking hard, you’re not alone—and there are ways to rise, thrive, and keep going anyway.

Being a Woman is F*cking Hard:

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In the premiere episode of Stronger Sessions, hosts Vanessa and Kate introduce the podcast, focusing on the challenges women face in their lives. We discuss the importance of creating a safe space for women to share their stories, the messy middle of womanhood, and the journey of healing and self-discovery. The conversation emphasizes the need for connection and community, encouraging listeners to embrace their authentic selves without the pressure of perfection.

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Being a Woman is F*cking Hard:

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