The Working Diva- Interview with Natalie Holland, a marketing coordinator
2 DAYS AGO - On today's episode of The Working Diva, I sit down with my best friend Natalie to talk about Expand
2 DAYS AGO - On today's episode of The Working Diva, I sit down with my best friend Natalie to talk about how we met in college, how she discovered her passion, and how we both coped with layoffs back in 2018. Follow Natalie on InstagramSavanna's Picks: & Other Stories mock neck sweaterMomni Jacksonville boutique Collapse
Master & Apprentice Book Discussion
10/12/2020 - Today on The Dorky Diva Show, we discuss Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray with special Expand
10/12/2020 - Today on The Dorky Diva Show, we discuss Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray with special guest Kat from The Rogue Fangirls podcast! This is a spoiler-filled discussion, so please be mindful of that if you haven't read the book yet. Follow Kat on InstagramFollow the show on Twitter and InstagramListen to The Interesting Podcast Collapse
Episode CCCLXXXIII: Amanda Wirtz
10/9/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXIII: Amanda Wirtz Recorded 10/7/20 Holly is joined by Amanda Wirtz comedian and Expand
10/9/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXIII: Amanda Wirtz Recorded 10/7/20 Holly is joined by Amanda Wirtz comedian and convention stage host, who many of our listeners have probably seen at Star Wars Celebration. Amanda shares some of her favorite stories from Celebrations past, offers an inside look at what it’s like to get thousands of people hyped for a […] Collapse
Visting Mount Rainier National Park
10/4/2020 - I've lived in Washington state for two and a half years now. I swear every week my husband says, Expand
10/4/2020 - I've lived in Washington state for two and a half years now. I swear every week my husband says, "We really need to go to Mount Rainier. You really need to see Rainier." We can see Rainier from just about everywhere in our area, but it's always dependent on the weather so if it's rainy outside, there are few mountains to see. I decided to take a couple days off from work this week to celebrate finishing up a large project. The forecast for the week looked absolutely gorgeous, so we finally packed up and headed to Mount Rainier!We found a really cute campground about a half hour from the national park and camped there for the night. We got an extremely late start to our long drive, so we arrived to the campground after dark and I didn't sleep a wink because it was so cold. The forecast didn't seem like it would drop too low, so we only took our blankets instead of packing the sleeping bags. Big mistake! I froze all night and learned my lesson- always pack up the sleeping Collapse
The Working Diva- Interview with Adria Renee
9/27/2020 - Today's episode is all about fashion designer and couture genius, Adria Renee! Adria shares Expand
9/27/2020 - Today's episode is all about fashion designer and couture genius, Adria Renee! Adria shares her story of participating in the Her Universe Fashion Show for five consecutive years, winning the 2019 fashion show, and designing a collection for Wonder Woman 1984.PLEASE SIGN the petition to keep Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design at UNLAdria’s PortfolioAdria’s InstagramAdria’s TwitterJurassic Park Runway Walk Her Universe Wonder Woman 1984 CollectionLinks mentioned by Savanna:Girlfriend Collective leggingsLinks mentioned by Adria:Masks by The Masked SellerMasks by Ericka AngiuliHey XuXu Masks Collapse
Would You Rather- Star Wars Edition
9/20/2020 - On this episode of The Dorky Diva Show, we play "Would You Rather" with a Star Wars twist. Expand
9/20/2020 - On this episode of The Dorky Diva Show, we play "Would You Rather" with a Star Wars twist. We also share our initial thoughts on The Mandalorian: Season 2 trailer. Enjoy!Savanna's Twitter | Savanna's InstagramBrian's Twitter | Brian's Instagramwww.thedorkydiva.com The Interesting Podcast Collapse
My (Current) Affordable Skincare Routine
9/14/2020 - It's been forever and a day since I shared my current skincare routine. Over the last year I've Expand
9/14/2020 - It's been forever and a day since I shared my current skincare routine. Over the last year I've tried a lot of higher-end skincare products and some lower-end products to see if it was really worth splurging on more expensive items for my routine. Spoiler alert: the more expensive items are usually not worth it and I've found some way cheaper alternatives!My skin has changed a lot over the last few months due to some changes in my life (ladies, I finally got off the pill). My skin is extremely oily now and more prone to breakouts, but overall I'm happy with the overall tone and texture of my skin. The pores on my nose and cheeks definitely look bigger from the excess oil and I get an occasional cystic zit on my chin, but that's really the worst of it. So let's get into the products I've been using on a weekly basis. For the most part, I think these items are all very budget friendly and user friendly if you are new to skincare. There are a couple high-dollar items listed here, Collapse
Episode CCCLXXIX: Dawn Murphy
9/10/2020 - Episode CCCLXXIX: Dawn Murphy Recorded 9/9/20 Holly is joined by Topps Star Wars trading card Expand
9/10/2020 - Episode CCCLXXIX: Dawn Murphy Recorded 9/9/20 Holly is joined by Topps Star Wars trading card artist Dawn Murphy, who also happens to be her best friend. Dawn shares her love of drawing, her affinity for Padme, and what it’s like to work on trading card sets. Dawn’s IG: dawnmurphyart If you like the show, please […] Collapse
The Working Diva- Interview with Caroline Hearne, a Financial Analyst
8/30/2020 - In today’s episode, I sit down with Caroline Hearne, a financial analyst, self-proclaimed shipping Expand
8/30/2020 - In today’s episode, I sit down with Caroline Hearne, a financial analyst, self-proclaimed shipping container enthusiast, Disney fan, and incredible seamstress. We talk about her experience in college, how she chose a business major, working multiple internships in college, and finding her career in the midst of uncertain times.You can follow Caroline on Instagram @becomingahsoka.Listen on Spotify, Stitcher, or Apple Podcasts. Collapse
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Episode CCCLXXXV: All the News
2 DAYS AGO - Episode CCCLXXXV: All the News Recorded 10/22/20 Bryan and Holly talk about all the most recent Expand
2 DAYS AGO - Episode CCCLXXXV: All the News Recorded 10/22/20 Bryan and Holly talk about all the most recent Star Wars news. From the upcoming Mandalorian rumors and VR updates from Batuu to the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special and every little thing in between. If you like the show, please leave us iTunes/Stitcher/iHeartRadio/Spotify reviews and share us […] Collapse
The Working Diva- Networking Experiences and Advice
10/11/2020 - In this episode of The Working Diva, I share my experience building a network and talk about the Expand
10/11/2020 - In this episode of The Working Diva, I share my experience building a network and talk about the benefits of having an extensive network to advance your career. I also share tips and advice from other working women about how their networking experiences. How to Help Disney Cast Members Amid Layoffs and Park ClosuresFavorite Products:Instanatural Glycolic Exfoliating Face MaskFollow me on Twitter and Instagram Collapse
Fall Style Favorites
10/5/2020 - The air is crisp. The leaves are crunchy. Pumpkin spice treats are everywhere. Expand
10/5/2020 - The air is crisp. The leaves are crunchy. Pumpkin spice treats are everywhere. It's officially fall! While I haven't worn anything other than leggings and sweatshirts for the last several months, I still can't keep myself from looking at clothes online. I'm very fortunate to work from home and not have to leave my house often, but I still look forward to dressing up on any occasion when I do need to go out (masked up, of course). These are my favorite pieces that I've worn for several years that have still held up well along with some new obsessions!1 // I'm a sucker for a good leather boot. I have several pairs of boots that I exclusively wear during cold weather seasons, which is most of the year here in Washington state. The Madewell Regan boots are a favorite of mine. These are more of an investment piece, but they will last for years to come.2 // I saw this All Saints Dalby jacket in a Nordstrom store last year and couldn't live without it so I scoured the internet for Collapse
Episode CCCLXXXII: Emptying the Inbox
10/1/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXII: Emptying the Inbox Recorded 10/1/20 Bryan and Holly got together to answer Expand
10/1/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXII: Emptying the Inbox Recorded 10/1/20 Bryan and Holly got together to answer listener questions. They talked about everything ranging from Dexter Jettster and Dooku’s fate to the canonicity of the film novelizations. They also talked about their favorite offerings from HasbroPulse and that incredibly great looking Jar Jar Binks action figure. If you […] Collapse
Introducing Celestial Sisters- The Duchess & The Apprentice
9/26/2020 - The first edition of the Celestial Sisters collection has arrived! I have been bursting with so Expand
9/26/2020 - The first edition of the Celestial Sisters collection has arrived! I have been bursting with so much joy and excitement to finally get this amazing collection into the wild. Tori Fox from Creature Cartel and Alyssa Bradley from Whimsy Design & Illustration collaborated with me on this little capsule that celebrates the women of Star Wars. As we shared in our announcement a few weeks ago, Tori designed two amazing accessories while Alyssa and I teamed up to make two different designs for T-shirts, coffee mugs, and decals. I hope you enjoy what we have in store for you!Click here for The Dorky Diva ShopSo why did we pick Ahsoka Tano and Duchess Satine Kryze to feature in this first drop? The simple and honest answer is that they're our favorites!Let's talk about accessories first. Tori's craftsmanship and eye for design is amazing. I'm so impressed by her take on these two accessories! The Satine earrings she designed are very similar to the ones Satine actually wears in Collapse
Star Wars Show Book Club
9/18/2020 - A few weeks ago I made an appearance on the Star Wars Show Book Club and I'm thrilled to share Expand
9/18/2020 - A few weeks ago I made an appearance on the Star Wars Show Book Club and I'm thrilled to share that the full episode has been released on Youtube! In these bi-weekly episodes, host Kristin Baver is joined by three guests to discuss a Star Wars book. When the StarWars.com team initially reached out to me, I was conflicted. Most people know that I don't keep up with all of the Star Wars literature because there are always so many new releases and I don't have much free time to read. After a moment of consideration, I managed to push away my nervousness and say yes to coming on an episode. In this episode, we discuss Dooku: Jedi Lost which is actually one of my favorite Star Wars stories. I love anything that takes place before or near the era of the prequel films, so I was glad to chat about this story and the characters involved. Thank you to the StarWars.com team for having me on the show! I had a really great time and it inspired me to keep reading more this Collapse
Rebel Rebel, Your Manicure is Fresh
9/13/2020 - I did something fun this weekend and just had to share! One highlight of my Sundays in Expand
9/13/2020 - I did something fun this weekend and just had to share! One highlight of my Sundays in quarantine has been painting my nails. It's so relaxing to do my own manicure and I feel somewhat put together if my nails look nice. I've also been slowly building my collection of delicate rings this summer too, so I always want my nails to look polished to complement the jewelry.Anyways, a few months ago I noticed that Shaun was about to throw out some little Rebel logo decals because they weren't the right size for a project he was working on. I asked him if they would work as nail decals and he said yes, so I gave them a shot today! It was a little tricky to apply them, but I think it turned out so chic. The nail color I'm wearing is Sally Hansen Insta Dri Nail Color in the shade Show Steel-er, which I think has been discontinued but they have some similar grey shades online.Have you been doing your own manicures at home during quarantine? I'd love to hear what nail colors you are using Collapse
Coming Soon- Celestial Sisters
9/7/2020 - I'm so excited to share that The Dorky Diva and Creature Cartel are doing a collaboration! Expand
9/7/2020 - I'm so excited to share that The Dorky Diva and Creature Cartel are doing a collaboration! Introducing Celestial Sisters, a collection that celebrates the women of Star Wars through accessories and apparel. I've adored Tori's work at Creature Cartel ever since she launched her shop and started designing jewelry earlier this year. Over the summer we brainstormed on how we could work together! For our first Celestial Sisters drop, we will be highlighting two of our favorite women of Star Wars. I will be offering T-shirts, decals, and coffee mugs through The Dorky Diva Shop while Tori will be offering two incredible accessories through Creature Cartel.If you love a certain duchess and a certain apprentice of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, you are sure to love what we have in store. Alyssa Bradley from Whimsy Design & Illustration is also joining us for this collaboration by bringing my ideas to life through her stunning artwork. We'll be sharing more details about this Collapse
Episode CCCLXXVII: Emptying the Inbox
8/27/2020 - Episode CCCLXXVII: Emptying the Inbox Recorded 8/17/20 Holly and Bryan took time out of their Expand
8/27/2020 - Episode CCCLXXVII: Emptying the Inbox Recorded 8/17/20 Holly and Bryan took time out of their prequel rewatch to listen to your emails and voicemails. They talked about Queen’s Peril, Audiobooks, Galaxy’s Edge, Clone Wars, Star Trek, The Prequels and just about anything else under the sun. If you like the show, please leave us iTunes/Stitcher/iHeartRadio/Spotify […] Collapse
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Episode CCCLXXXIV: Amy Ratcliffe Returns!
10/15/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXIV: Amy Ratcliffe Returns! Recorded 10/13/20 Former host Amy Ratcliffe returns to Expand
10/15/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXIV: Amy Ratcliffe Returns! Recorded 10/13/20 Former host Amy Ratcliffe returns to the podcast to talk with Holly and Bryan about her new Star Wars book, The Jedi Mind. They discuss mindfulness and Star Wars and other things that strike their fancy. Also Qui-Gon. A lot of talk about Qui-Gon Jinn. Also Yoda. If […] Collapse
Women-Owned Small Shops to Support in 2020
10/10/2020 - In the midst of layoffs and shutdowns this year, I've noticed a lot of people are starting their Expand
10/10/2020 - In the midst of layoffs and shutdowns this year, I've noticed a lot of people are starting their own online shops to support themselves through these tough times. I am lucky enough to know several extremely talented women that have started some amazing shops this year! As the holidays quickly approach, I wanted to remind you all that there are so many great places to shop that will positively impact individuals and families around the world. Rather than shopping at big businesses like Amazon, consider checking out small shops and Etsy stores that have been growing this year. These are just a few of my favorites! Creature Cartel // This shop is owned and operated by my sweet friend Tori. She creates subtle Star Wars inspired jewelry and accessories to offer in the Creature Cartel Etsy store. I have several of her pieces and they are all so lovely. Tori has an incredible eye for design and knows how to capture a character's essence in a simply piece of jewelry. Most of her pieces Collapse
Bullet Journaling Basics
10/4/2020 - Back in January of this year, I became more aware of this creative planning method called bullet Expand
10/4/2020 - Back in January of this year, I became more aware of this creative planning method called bullet journaling. It was all over my Pinterest feeds and Instagram ads. I was instantly intrigued by this journaling method because I've tried year after year to stick to a traditional pre-made planner, but it never worked for me longterm. After my friend Caitlin sent me a video of her 2019 bullet journal, I was hooked. She flipped through the pages and explained how she sets up her journal and why it's been so beneficial for her. She kindly offered me an extra journal that she had accidentally purchased for this year and I immediately started using it. After nine solid months of using my bullet journal on a daily basis, I can confidently say that this new practice in my life has been transformative in so many ways. So, what is bullet journaling?The bullet journal is an analog system created by Ryder Carroll, a designer based in New York. In his words, the bullet journal is meant “to Collapse
My Self Care Rituals
9/27/2020 - As we all know, this year has been a total whirlwind for a multitude of reasons. I've been Expand
9/27/2020 - As we all know, this year has been a total whirlwind for a multitude of reasons. I've been spending more time over the last several months to focus on keeping my mood balanced and not fall into the trap of feeling too anxious over things that I can't control. I think self care has an entirely different meaning for each person, but I wanted to share the self care rituals that have helped me wind down and feel rejuvenated during these crazy times.Reading MoreThis is one that honestly still surprises myself because I've never been much of a reader, but as the days get shorter I've found myself wanting to crawl into bed a half hour earlier than usual and use that time at the end of the day to read a few chapters of a book before going to sleep. I'm currently reading the Star Wars book Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray which is a story of Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan's dynamic before the events of Episode I. We've watched the Lord of the Rings trilogy twice during quarantine, so I think I'm Collapse
Episode CCCLXXXI: Revenge of the Sith
9/24/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXI: Revenge of the Sith Recorded 9/22/20 Bryan and Holly finally have their Expand
9/24/2020 - Episode CCCLXXXI: Revenge of the Sith Recorded 9/22/20 Bryan and Holly finally have their discussion after their rewatch of Revenge of the Sith. How do they feel about it after the events of The Clone Wars? What sticks out at them as the most heartbreaking? How do they feel about this film 15 years after […] Collapse
Episode CCCLXXX: Goran Backman
9/17/2020 - Episode CCCLXXX: Goran Backman Recorded 9/15/20 Bryan got to sit down with Goran Backman from Expand
9/17/2020 - Episode CCCLXXX: Goran Backman Recorded 9/15/20 Bryan got to sit down with Goran Backman from Pixomondo to talk about his company’s work on The Mandalorian and Jon Favreau’s deep love of the Ewok movies. If you like the show, please leave us iTunes/Stitcher/iHeartRadio/Spotify reviews and share us with your friends and family! We’d greatly appreciate […] Collapse
The Working Diva- How to Step Outside of Your Comfort Zone
9/13/2020 - Hello working divas! For today's episode, I'm covering the topic of how to step outside of your Expand
9/13/2020 - Hello working divas! For today's episode, I'm covering the topic of how to step outside of your comfort zone and what to do when it goes wrong. I share a story about one of my biggest mistakes as a new business owner and how that experience led to better opportunities in the future as I learned from my failures. I also share an update on how going caffeine free was one of the best decisions I've made all year! Links/items mentioned in this episode:Creature CartelMorphe 2 Hint Hint Skin TintJohnie at Dirtbag DarlingBad on Paper PodcastListen to The Working Diva on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found!Let's connect! Twitter | Instagram Collapse
Episode CCCLXXVIII: Alex Segura
9/4/2020 - Episode CCCLXXVIII: Alex Segura Recorded 9/3/20 Bryan got a chance to sit down with Alex Segura, Expand
9/4/2020 - Episode CCCLXXVIII: Alex Segura Recorded 9/3/20 Bryan got a chance to sit down with Alex Segura, author of Poe Dameron: Free Fall. They talked about Poe, writing, and how this book came together and what it reveals about everyone’s favorite hothead. If you like the show, please leave us iTunes/Stitcher/iHeartRadio/Spotify reviews and share us with […] Collapse
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