2nd June 2025
#456: WTF Is a Saturn Return and Why Is It Ruining Your Life? With Almost 30

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Summary

In this episode, I sit down with Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the brilliant best friends behind the Almost 30 podcast and co-authors of the transformative new book Almost 30: A Guide to a Life You Love. We dive deep into the wild ride of Saturn returns, soul awakenings, friendship, career pivots, and the messy, beautiful process of becoming. From starting a podcast on their closet floors to building a global community, Krista and Lindsey share raw stories of heartbreak, burnout, spiritual breakthroughs, and the power of staying true to your path—even when it looks nothing like you imagined. Whether you’re navigating your late 20s or facing a major life change, this conversation is a heartfelt reminder that your soul always knows the way.

Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik are the powerhouse duo behind Almost 30, one of the top health and wellness podcasts with over 120 million downloads. Krista is a public speaker, retreat leader, and creator of transformational programs like Metamorphosis and The Life Edit, establishing her as a leading voice in wellness and spirituality. Lindsey, a creative entrepreneur and media personality, co-founded Morning Microdose and developed The Sacredness of Being Single, empowering thousands of women to embrace their in-between seasons. Now a new mom, Lindsey has also launched New Mom on the Block, a brand supporting mothers in redefining motherhood on their own terms.


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0:00 Intro

3:49 Audiobook Reading Experience

7:13 Entrepreneurship and Relationships

9:35 Leaving Corporate World for Blogging

13:02 New York and Newport Move

14:34 Personal Struggles and Burnout

17:38 Move to LA and Personal Challenges

21:08 Vocal Lessons and Soul Cycle Journey

24:40 Life Scripts and Choices

28:14 Societal Expectations and Gender Roles

31:10 Personal Growth and Relationships

35:37 Personal Growth and Motherhood

37:14 Gender Roles and Financial Dynamics

40:09 Prenups and Relationship Clarity

43:48 Soul Discovery Through Podcasting

47:23 Ayahuasca Experience

51:59 Journey from Anxiety to Peace through Meditation

53:57 Soul Relationship

57:08 Writing and Comparison

1:00:00 Healthy Relationship Standards

1:01:32 Clearing Conversations

1:04:53 Friendship Trauma and Healing

1:09:10 Soul’s Journey and Consciousness

1:12:03 Gift this book for meaningful change


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