She built a 300-woman movement from scratch in Seattle — and she's just getting started. 💪 Alissa Montes, founder of Girl Therapy, shares how she turned TikTok growth into a real-life empowerment platform for women through creative, inclusive, and soul-nourishing events. What started as a dream for 20 attendees became a sold-out phenomenon changing lives across Seattle and beyond.

In this episode, Alissa talks about:

- Building Girl Therapy from the ground up- Hosting up to 5 unique events a month- Learning to scale while staying intentional- Creating safe spaces for women to thrive- Evolving from short-form content to long-form legacy- Her vision for expansion in 2026 (spoiler: she’s going national)

If you're building a brand, trying to start a community, or just want to feel inspired by what happens when women support women, this one’s for you.

🔗 Follow Alissa: @alissa.montez

🎉 Girl Therapy Events: @girltherapyseattle

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Upcoming Girl Therapy Event

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What happens when a musician, software developer, and hobby boxer loses their job — and ends up owning a gym?This episode dives deep with Alex Carter, the new owner of Cappy’s Boxing Gym in Seattle, WA — a truly one-of-a-kind gym blending community, diversity, music, creativity, and inclusivity.

Alex shares the raw and real story of how she went from working a remote dev job (that laid her off with zero notice) to running a full-blown business — all while juggling her identity as a musician, coach, and community builder.

We talk about:

- Their journey from burnout to business ownership- Creating an inclusive, low-barrier boxing gym- How they are collaborating with other small businesses- Bringing drag-themed boxing events, live music & sparring into one space- The future of Cappy’s Boxing Gym: competitive teams, massage, events, and more- Staying creatively inspired as a multidisciplinary artistIf you’ve ever dreamed of building something of your own — or questioned what’s next after a layoff — this conversation will light a fire in you 🔥

🎧 Who’s this for?

Entrepreneurs. Creatives. Fighters. Dreamers. Anyone figuring out how to make what they love into something real.

In this hilarious and brutally honest episode, comedian Mike Heath sits down with host Zack Lyman to talk about the highs and lows of stand-up life. From crushing his first open mic with 30 invited friends to BOMBS in front of strangers (and family), this is one of the most relatable comedy podcasts out there.We also dig into how Mike accidentally did 45 minutes WAY too early in his career, what it feels like to host a comedy club weekend, writing habits that don’t work, the heartbreak of losing a golden notebook, and Mike’s dream of collecting space trash.Whether you're a comedian or just love hearing what it really takes to pursue a career in comedy, this episode delivers laughs, vulnerability, and practical insight.

In this episode of The Zack Lyman Podcast, I sit down with rising indie artist Amelia Day to talk about her journey from Seattle’s local music scene to Nashville’s thriving industry. Amelia opens up about overcoming stage fright, booking her own DIY tours, and building authentic connections in the music world.

We also dive into her creative process, how she balances writing, touring, and recording, and her exciting announcement — her new single “Margie” (out October 10th). If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to grow as an independent musician, this conversation is full of insights, laughs, and inspiration.

In this solo episode of the Zack Lyman Podcast, I dive into five creative habits that have reshaped my life as a comedian and content creator. From making space for admin days to intentionally connecting with people in the comedy world, these changes are helping me show up more consistently and creatively. I also reveal my full 2025 vision board and talk about the importance of living with more purpose and less burnout.Plus, I give you an exclusive update on editing my upcoming comedy special, including the tech upgrades I had to make just to get it done. I also reflect on the incredible insights I got at Nate Jackson’s comedy festival and share what it felt like to be in a room full of comics learning together. Whether you’re a fan, a fellow creative, or someone chasing your goals, this one’s packed with insight, laughs, and momentum.

In this episode, we sit down with Anita, the creative force behind Fashion by Anita, to dive deep into the world of influencing, content creation, and social media growth. From starting with high school photo shoots to navigating Instagram, TikTok, and the ever-changing algorithm, Anita shares her real experiences—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. We talk about monetization, growing an audience, handling the pressure of content creation, and what it really takes to stand out in 2025. Whether you're an aspiring influencer or curious about the behind-the-scenes of social media, this conversation is packed with insights, laughs, and actionable advice.

https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionbyanita

Is Twitch still worth streaming on in 2025? We sit down with content creator Rokage to talk about why the platform still matters, how to grow an audience there, and what most streamers get wrong. From community building to monetization strategies, this conversation breaks down the real opportunities (and challenges) of Twitch in today’s streaming world.

Whether you’re a gamer, live performer, or just curious about the state of streaming, this episode is packed with insights you can use right now.Follow Rokage

Instagram.com/rovicnebreshttps://www.twitch.tv/itsrokage

In this episode of the Zack Lyman Podcast, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Lucia Flores-Wiseman. We talk about her journey on The Voice and how she feels now that the experience is behind her. Lucia also shares what it’s like gigging around Seattle, raising funds for her new EP, and building momentum with live shows, custom merch, and her Indiegogo campaign.

🎤 Support Lucia’s new EP:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/help-lucia-record-an-ep#/

📱 Follow Lucia on TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@luciafloreswiseman

📸 Follow Lucia on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/luciafloreswiseman