Welcome to Happy Hour with Kim and Ash! In today’s episode, your hosts Kim and Ash sit down with special guest Lauren Fields, a wellness entrepreneur, studio owner, and the woman behind Fieldswell Studios. Together, they dive into stories of resilience, transformation, and what it really looks like to support women chasing big dreams. Lauren Fields opens up about overcoming a traumatic brain injury as a teen and how that journey sparked her mission to help others step into their potential—whether it’s through coaching, launching a podcast, or simply showing up for themselves. Tune in for real talk on growth, community, and the power of choosing joy, plus some laughs and a celebratory happy hour toast to wrap it all up!

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Opening Fieldswell Sanctuary
• 06:19 Dealing with brain injury symptoms
• 07:52 Personal wellness journey transformation
• 12:31 Staying positive through challenges
• 14:13 Friend's support during son's injury
• 18:41 Deciding to start Lobster West
• 21:51 Finding inspiration and mentors
• 23:53 Children leaving for school transitions
• 27:12 Talking about collagen and nails

Connect with Lauren:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenfields/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldswell/

Fieldswell Studios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldswellstudios/

Connect with Kim & Ash:

Ash Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyjacobstv/

Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimtaggartlocker/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyhourwithkimandash/

In this episode of Happy Hour with Kim and Ash, the hosts sit down with San Diego broadcasting legend Chrissy Russo for an open and lively conversation. After nearly 30 years of waking up San Diegans with energy, authenticity, and unbeatable weather forecasts, Chrissy Russo reflects on her journey from Virginia to Southern California, the joys and challenges of morning television, and her recent decision to step away from TV news to focus on family and new creative projects—including launching her own interview show. From true stories of personal growth and self-defense to beauty hacks, motherhood, and building genuine connections with her audience, this episode is packed with laughter, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to become a beloved media icon. Grab your drink and join us for a happy hour you won’t want to miss!

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Morning chaos with kids and work
• 05:29 Chrissy Russo's local popularity
• 06:44 Being authentic and self-aware
• 11:24 Resetting after live TV appearances
• 13:16 Chrissy Russo's new show launch
• 16:55 Struggling with a complex equation
• 22:13 Changing work culture in media
• 25:12 Considering a career change
• 28:46 Interviewing tech and military veterans
• 31:18 Finding a self-defense expert guest
• 34:23 Why it gets colder up high
• 35:56 Planning a family-focused wedding

Connect with Chrissy:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissyrussotv/

Connect with Kim & Ash:

Ash Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyjacobstv/

Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimtaggartlocker/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyhourwithkimandash/

Fieldswell Studios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldswellstudios/

Get ready for a creative, inspiring deep-dive into fashion, entrepreneurship, and the power of following your passions. On this episode of "Happy Hour with Kim and Ash," Kim and Ash welcome the vibrant Brittany Cobb, founder of Flea Style and The Original Hat Bar, whose journey from a California childhood spent in vintage shops to self-made retail mogul is as unique as the hats she creates. From working as a journalist to building a thriving business—one fueled by slow, organic growth and an unwavering dedication to authenticity—Brittany Cobb shares honest insights about making bold life choices, balancing motherhood and ambition, and the magic of turning the ordinary into something personal and extraordinary. Tune in for celebrity stories, business wisdom, the art of hat-making, and heartfelt conversations about what it takes to build your own legacy.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Growing up in Orange County
• 03:42 Supportive family and childhood passions
• 07:39 Dallas Cowboys HQ store location
• 10:24 Choosing personalized hat accessories
• 14:18 Skincare philosophy and personal endorsement
• 17:06 Collaborating with Miranda for book
• 22:00 Finding inspiration at flea markets
• 24:06 Belief in organic business growth
• 27:31 Feeling lost in hat stores
• 29:17 Managing tough business days
• 33:31 Online presence and Instagram magic

Connect with Brittany:

https://www.instagram.com/brittanycobb/
https://www.instagram.com/fleastyle/
https://www.instagram.com/heirloomhaul/
https://www.instagram.com/shopwidebrim/

Connect with Kim & Ash:

Ash Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyjacobstv/

Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimtaggartlocker/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyhourwithkimandash/

Fieldswell Studios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldswellstudios/