Episode 8: The Story Behind Crying in Chili's

This week, you're getting something a little different.

When a last-minute guest cancellation left an unexpected opening in the schedule, Courtney decided it was finally time to answer one of the questions she gets asked the most: Why is the podcast called Crying in Chili's?

In this solo episode, she shares the real story behind the name and how one particularly chaotic season of life became the reason Crying in Chili's exists.

From growing up with an entrepreneurial dad and working in restaurants and marketing to losing her brother as a teenager, navigating breakups, layoffs, a broken foot, and today's impossible job market, Courtney opens up about the experiences that shaped both her and the podcast.

She also answers a few rapid-fire questions so you can get to know the person behind the microphone—including her favorite Chili's order, her biggest irrational fear, and why Uncrustables absolutely should give her a sponsorship deal.

Whether you're here because you've been laid off, gone through a breakup, started over, or just need someone to split chips and salsa with, this episode is the heart of what Crying in Chili's is all about.

Connect with Courtney:

Instagram: @cryinginchilis

TikTok: @c_hillll

Email: cryinginchilis@gmail.com