That Smart Hustle Podcast

Kristen Martin

Hosted by bestselling author and creative entrepreneur, Kristen Martin, That Smart Hustle is a podcast for women who are ready to step out of society’s box of expectations, discover their soul purpose, and work their light. If you’re ready to stop playing small in a world that is desperate for you to play big, you’ve come to the right place. Isn't it about time you went after what truly sets your soul on fire?

  • 15 minutes 30 seconds
    Episode 190 | Motherhood Didn't Steal My Art
    Today’s episode is about a quiet fear a lot of creative women carry: Does motherhood make creativity disappear? In this conversation, we explore a different possibility—that creativity doesn’t vanish when life gets louder, it adapts. The romantic idea of waiting for inspiration, perfect silence, and uninterrupted momentum starts to fall away. What replaces it is something tougher: creativity that works in fragments, in tired moments, between interruptions, and alongside deep love for another human. We talk about how tension—between momentum and responsibility, solitude and connection—can actually deepen art instead of diminish it. Because sometimes the most honest work isn’t made in perfect conditions… it’s made in the margins of real life. 🎙️✨
    4 March 2026, 3:50 pm
  • 10 minutes 47 seconds
    Episode 189 | March 2026 Astrology Forecast
    March 2026 is stacked with cosmic turning points, and this episode dives straight into the heat of it: three powerful cazimis and the long-awaited end of two draining retrogrades. When a planet sits in the heart of the Sun, clarity strikes like a lightning bolt—expect moments of insight, bold decisions, and revelations that feel impossible to ignore. Each cazimi acts like a reset button, offering precision, purification, and a chance to realign with your core truth. And just as momentum builds, we also get sweet relief: two retrogrades finally station direct, untangling delays, miscommunications, and internal second-guessing that may have lingered for weeks. This month isn’t subtle—it’s catalytic. Tune in as we unpack how to work with these high-voltage alignments, harness the breakthroughs, and move forward with confidence as the cosmic traffic jam clears.
    24 February 2026, 5:17 pm
  • 17 minutes 42 seconds
    Episode 188 | Space Is Not Selfish
    What happens when you look around your home—the place that’s supposed to feel safest—and quietly think, “Where do I exist in all of this?” In this deeply honest episode, we explore the spiritual and psychological roots of feeling displaced in your own home—especially after blending families, becoming a stepmother, welcoming new babies, and shifting from sovereign independence to shared life. This conversation unpacks: -- Why communal spaces can feel like erasure -- The hidden grief of losing a self-authored life -- Attachment guilt and why it flares when you claim space -- How to create a “claimed space” ritual (even in chaos) -- And why guilt isn’t proof you’re doing something wrong If you’ve ever felt invisible in a house full of people… If you love your family but miss yourself… If you crave solitude but can’t physically get it… This episode is your permission slip—and your blueprint—to belong without disappearing. You don’t need more square footage. You need authorship. Let’s talk about how to reclaim it.
    19 February 2026, 3:52 pm
  • 12 minutes 5 seconds
    Episode 187 | The Intersection of the Creator and Mother Archetypes
    What happens to creativity when life requires you everywhere at once? The Creator and the Mother Archetypes are often framed as opposing roles, but this episode offers a different story. Here, we explore how creativity survives interruption and how tending a life can deepen what is made. I reflect on the Creator and the Mother as coexisting forces—one that longs to speak, and one that listens closely. This is a quiet exploration of making art from inside real life, not outside it.
    3 February 2026, 6:10 pm
  • 15 minutes 9 seconds
    Episode 186 | February 2026 Astrology Forecast
    February 2026 is a powerful moment for anyone with a North Node in Pisces, as Mercury, Venus, and the Sun all converge on your soul’s path in this deeply intuitive sign. This rare alignment brings clarity through feeling, purpose through presence, and connection through trust—illuminating conversations, relationships, and creative or spiritual callings that feel destined rather than planned. In today’s episode, we’re exploring how this triple conjunction activates your North Node, what it may awaken for you this month, and how to work with Pisces energy by surrendering, listening, and letting your path unfold.
    28 January 2026, 3:11 pm
  • 20 minutes 34 seconds
    Episode 185 | A Quiet Return and Dissecting the Root of Seeking Validation
    We're back with an OG style podcast episode! I made this episode for the ones who are still creating inside full, interrupted lives. Here, we talk about writing, meaning, motherhood, identity, and the quiet work of becoming—without urgency, optimization, or performance. These are conversations and reflections for those who have crossed thresholds and are learning how to listen differently on the other side. This is not content to keep up with. It’s a place to return to.
    13 January 2026, 2:51 pm
  • 14 minutes 17 seconds
    Episode 184 | January 2026 Astrology Forecast
    Welcome to your January 2026 astrology forecast—an electrifying start to the new year as cosmic tides shift in powerful ways. This month opens with a deep exhale as Chiron finally ends its retrograde, bringing long-awaited movement in healing, identity integration, and the release of old narratives. And if that weren’t enough, January delivers four rare and radiant cazimis, moments when planets sit in the heart of the Sun, seeding clarity, breakthroughs, and renewed purpose in multiple areas of life. It’s a month of illumination, initiation, and profound self-realignment—so let’s dive into the skies and see what’s unfolding.
    12 December 2025, 3:06 pm
  • 11 minutes 10 seconds
    Episode 183 | December 2025 Astrology Forecast
    As 2025 winds down, the cosmos delivers a powerful finale: Mars enters Capricorn, the sign where ambition sharpens into strategy and determination becomes unstoppable. In this episode, we break down what this bold shift means for your goals and long-term plans. Expect a surge of motivation, a renewed desire for structure, and cosmic encouragement to get serious about your next big move. We’ll also explore the rest of December’s transits—from reflective moments as Neptune retrograde comes to an end and opportunities sparked by supportive Lilith aspects—and how to navigate the holiday season with clarity and confidence. Get ready to finish the year strong, build momentum, and step into 2026 with purpose. Tune in now for a grounded, empowering look at the final month of the year! 🌟🪐
    24 November 2025, 8:20 pm
  • 11 minutes 53 seconds
    Episode 182 | November 2025 Astrology Forecast
    November 2025 ushers in a transformative and undeniably intense astrological landscape, marked by two new retrogrades and a powerful Lilith cazimi that demands authenticity from the depths of our shadows 🪐 As Mercury reverses in fiery Sagittarius and Jupiter begins its backward motion in the nurturing and intuitive sign of Cancer, we’ll feel a tug-of-war between bold visions and the need to slow down, reassess, and rebuild with intention 🔨 The cosmic spotlight sharpens with Lilith’s rare cazimi moment—when she sits in the heart of the Sun—illuminating truths around autonomy, desire, and the parts of ourselves we’ve kept hidden to stay comfortable 🔆 This is a month of reclaiming power, rewriting narratives, and challenging the status quo within our relationships, resources, and spiritual identity. In November, the stars are not whispering—they’re roaring 💫
    5 November 2025, 3:13 pm
  • 12 minutes 5 seconds
    Episode 181 | October 2025 Astrology Forecast
    In this episode, we dive into the major astrological currents shaping October 2025. With eclipse season in full swing and several planets changing signs, this month is all about release, renewal, and redirected momentum. We break down the cosmic weather week by week—how the Lilith conjunctions in Scorpio may stir personal and collective transformations and why career paths or long-term goals could feel especially fated right now. You’ll get insights for each modality, tips for navigating the lunar cycles and planetary transits with clarity, and a look at the energetic themes that carry us into the end of the year. Whether you’re a seasoned astro-enthusiast or just astro-curious, this forecast will help you work with the sky, not against it.
    29 September 2025, 3:41 pm
  • 9 minutes 23 seconds
    Episode 180 | September 2025 Astrology Forecast
    In this episode, we dive into the astrology forecast for September 2025—a month packed with cosmic shifts and transformative potential. With a potent solar eclipse in Virgo shaking up routines and priorities and a lunar eclipse in Pisces forcing us to feel all the feels, the energy is ripe for clarity, recalibration, and deep healing. We’ll explore how the planetary movements—including Venus entering Virgo and Mars entering Scorpio—may stir intensity in relationships and push us to reclaim personal power. Whether you're looking for guidance on love, career, or inner growth, this forecast will help you navigate the month with intention and insight.
    27 August 2025, 1:58 pm
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