Freckled Foodie & Friends

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Freckled Foodie and Friends, hosted by Cameron Rogers, is a podcast focused on making healthy living approachable. Joined by her knowledgeable and kickass friends, Cameron dives in to topics that many find intimidating in an effort to break down the barrier. Whether it be learning how to cook, creating your own company, managing food waste, or treating your mental health, there are no topics too personal to discuss. If you’re looking for a podcast to welcome you with open arms and have you feel like you’re enjoying a matcha, coffee, or cocktail with some old friends, then you’ve come to the right place. <br><p style="color:#808080;font-size:0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

  • 28 minutes 39 seconds
    WTF Is Happening To My Body: Weeks 8-11

    In this episode, I dive into what the f*ck is happening to my body during weeks 8-11 (which are always the hardest weeks for me) during my third pregnancy. I cover every detail from eating every possible second to avoid nausea, to extreme pregnancy exhaustion, to starting Zofran and it changing my life, to experiencing constipation from said medication. I talk about the relief of finally being able to announce my pregnancy, the insane amount of time that pregnant women have to spend at the doctor’s office, and overall not feeling my best during these difficult weeks of the first trimester.


    Key Takeaway / Points: 

    • Pregnancy exhaustion and intense naps

    • Surviving on saltine crackers and sour candy, coffee aversions, & body shakes

    • How taking Zofran saved me from my nausea

    • Details around announcing my pregnancy

    • Difficulty keeping up with hygiene, self-care, and no longer fitting in my clothes

    • The conflicting emotions of feeling gratitude while also struggling during pregnancy


    This episode is sponsored by Natural Cycles, the company behind the first FDA-cleared, hormone-free, and non-invasive birth control app that helps prevent or plan pregnancy naturally. Use code CAMERON at https://naturalcycles.app/Cameron for 15% off an annual subscription + a FREE NC° Band. The NC° app is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use.


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    30 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 28 minutes
    KYLIE KELCE

    In this episode, I sit down with Kylie Kelce to talk about balancing it all, from her career to motherhood to navigating the spotlight as a part of the Kelce family. Kylie keeps it real on why she started her hit podcast, Not Gonna Lie, how she and Jason are intentionally creating a “normal” life for their kids, and the importance of keeping her children grounded. We also have an honest conversation about our pregnancy and postpartum experiences, gender disappointment, and why Kylie decided to openly share her story of pregnancy loss. Plus, we talk about the importance of women in sports, building strong female friendships, and how she’s living her life unfiltered!


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • Setting the record straight on her podcast, Not Gonna Lie

    • Navigating her family’s fame as someone who doesn’t like to be the center of attention

    • On raising four daughters

    • Pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood honesty

    • The emotions that come with gender disappointment

    • Fangirling over female athletes and role models

    • Coloring confessionals: go-to Wawa order, cursing in front of kids, the best beach at the Shore, and her favorite date night with Jason

    Listen to her podcast Not Gonna Lie HERE


    Follow Kylie:

    Instagram: @kykelce & @nglwithkylie

    TikTok: @kyliekelce & @nglwithkylie


    Order Quiet Your Mind & Busy Your Hands ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    25 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    Carl Radke on Summer House, Sobriety, &amp; Sibling Grief

    In this episode, I sit down with Carl Radke for an honest conversation about sobriety, grief, and what it’s really like behind the scenes of Bravo’s Summer House. Carl opens up about his journey with addiction that led to his sobriety, how he dealt with survivor’s guilt after his brother’s passing, and how writing his memoir, Cake Eater, helped him find healing. We talk about the realities of being sober in a partying environment, the highs and lows of reality TV and being on camera, how Carl navigates friendship and fame, and finding purpose after hitting rock bottom. Plus, Carl shares advice for anyone curious about sobriety, why self-acceptance is ongoing work, and what we can expect from this current season of Summer House.


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • Carl’s experience with addiction and his journey to sobriety

    • Grieving his brother’s death and dealing with survivor’s guilt, imposter syndrome, and the feeling of not being “enough”

    • How hitting rock bottom led him to getting sober 

    • Pressure of being on camera and reality TV redemption

    • The healing process of writing his memoir, Cake Eater

    • Current season of Summer House and navigating the drama-filled house, friendships, and relationships

    • Our take on Jersey Shore vs. Hamptons

    • Coloring confessionals: Summer House favorite moments, his non-negotiable morning routine, favorite castmate to get advice from, and more

    • Finding community in grief and sharing his story to help others


    Watch Summer House Tuesday nights at 8pm ET on Bravo.


    Order Carl’s book Cake Eater HERE

    Listen to Carl’s podcast More Life HERE

    Learn more about Soft Bar HERE


    Follow Carl:

    Instagram: @carlradke

    TikTok: @carlradke

    Website: www.radkeboys.com


    Order Quiet Your Mind & Busy Your Hands HERE


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    18 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 30 minutes 27 seconds
    WTF Is Happening To My Body: Weeks 4-7

    Surprise! I’m pregnant with Baby #3! Which means we are bringing back WTF Is Happening To My Body, this time as a series on the podcast sponsored by Natural Cycles. In this episode, we get into what the actual f*ck is happening to my body during my third pregnancy, and the raw, unfiltered realities that come with it. I walk you through my experiences during weeks 4–7, from how I found out I was pregnant to the rollercoaster of early symptoms: nausea, exhaustion, pregnancy rage, and the literal superhuman changes that our bodies go through. I get honest about my mental health, why I stay on medication throughout my pregnancy, and how I’m practicing self-compassion during this journey!


    Key Takeaway / Points: 

    • How I found out I was pregnant and my first symptoms

    • My experience with PMDD, anxiety, depression & staying on meds during my pregnancy

    • Pregnancy exhaustion vs. postpartum exhaustion

    • Cravings, letting go of “food noise”, and a deep desire for comfort and nostalgia

    • The realities of early pregnancy: irritability, nausea, intense dreams, and more

    This episode is sponsored by Natural Cycles, the company behind the first FDA-cleared, hormone-free, and non-invasive birth control app that helps prevent or plan pregnancy naturally. Use code CAMERON at https://naturalcycles.app/Cameron for 15% off an annual subscription + a FREE NC° Band. The NC° app is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use.


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    16 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 37 minutes
    How to Have Better Sex with Vanessa &amp; Xander Marin (@vanessaandxander)

    In this episode, I sit down with sex therapist Vanessa and her husband Xander (from @vanessaandxander) to talk all things sex, intimacy, and relationships. We dive deep into how our upbringings shape our comfort around sex and why having open conversations around it is so important. Vanessa & Xander break down the difference between spontaneous and responsive desire, why mismatched libidos are totally normal, and how pleasure should be at the center of our sex lives. We get real about navigating sex after kids, using toys, and why foreplay doesn’t just start in the bedroom. Vanessa and Xander share practical tips on initiating sex, communicating needs with your partner, and the positions that actually work best.


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • What libido mismatch really means (and why it’s normal)

    • The different types of sexual desire (spontaneous vs. responsive)

    • Practical ways to initiate sex and navigate rejection from your partner

    • How couples can reconnect even during “survival mode” as parents

    • The role of toys and romance novels in your sex life

    • Sex beyond intercourse and the importance of focusing on pleasure

    • Why faking orgasms is so common amongst women

    • Vanessa & Xander’s take on scheduled sex and why it can be healthy for couples

    • How foreplay starts in the kitchen

    • Quickie sex questions: favorite positions, time of day, music vs. silence, and more

    Link to the Tabu pillow HERE, use code PILLOWTALKS for 10% off


    Ultimate foreplay guide HERE

    Ultimate sex guide HERE


    Listen to their podcast Pillow Talks HERE


    Follow Vanessa & Xander:

    Instagram: @vanessaandxander

    TikTok: @vanessaandxander

    Website: vmtherapy.com


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    11 March 2026, 11:34 am
  • 54 minutes 9 seconds
    Navigating Postpartum, Friendships, &amp; Cooking As A New Mom with Carissa Stanton Dutina

    Friendship Series: In this episode, I sit down with my friend Carissa (@broccyourbody) for an honest conversation about friendship, new motherhood, and the realities of juggling it all while running your own business. Carissa shares her postpartum journey - from bonding and newborn giggles to unexpected challenges of motherhood and health anxiety. We talk about the power of low-maintenance friendships, making new “mom friends,” mental health during postpartum, and how our relationship with food and cooking has shifted after having kids. Carissa also shares tips for making cooking easier as a mom and how she’s prioritizing her self-care in this new season of life.


    Key Takeaway / Points: 

    • The beauty of low-maintenance friendships and how to make new friends as a mom

    • Her honest postpartum experience and navigating early motherhood

    • Transitioning from breastfeeding to combo feeding

    • The unexpected mental load of motherhood

    • Our relationship with food and cooking after becoming moms

    • The stigma around childcare as a self-employed parent

    • Time-saving cooking tips and making meal prepping more realistic 

    Order her cookbook Seriously, So Good HERE


    Follow Carissa:

    Instagram: @broccyourbody

    TikTok: @broccyourbody

    Website: broccyourbody.com


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    4 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    Anxiety Medication, Aging, &amp; AirPod Gate with Cindy

    In this episode, my mom Cindy is back for an honest conversation about her journey starting anxiety medication, why she’s drinking less, and how she’s loving this current stage in her life. We talk about why she waited so long to try anxiety medication and the impact that it had on our relationship. She also gets candid about her recent cosmetic procedures, views on aging gracefully, and what it was like being a mother in her generation. Plus, more on why we are both proud of each other and how I think we are in the best stage in our relationship!


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • Cindy’s journey starting anxiety medication and the positive impact it’s had on her life

    • The challenges and rewards of cutting back on alcohol

    • On ditching her AirPods and the story behind “AirPod gate” 

    • The key to her long-lasting marriage

    • A rundown of the cosmetic work she’s done (more on her recent facelift)

    • Listener questions on aging, her favorite life chapters, and motherhood


    This episode is sponsored by Roller Rabbit. Use code CAM20 for 20% off your order of $150 or more at www.rollerrabbit.com 


    Listen to more episodes with Cindy:

    My Mom, Cindy, on Close-Knit Families, Building a "That's My Sister" Dynamic, and How She's So Fabulous

    My Mom, Cindy Linville, on Our Relationship and Being A Mother


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    25 February 2026, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    Monica Padman on Building Her Career &amp; Finding Her Voice

    In this episode, I sit down with Monica Padman, co-host and producer of Armchair Expert, for a conversation about her journey from aspiring actress to babysitter to speech writer to podcasting powerhouse. Monica shares how she navigated career pivots, the evolution of her role as co-host with Dax, and building confidence in real time. We dive into the behind-the-scenes of producing and editing episodes and new podcasts she’s created (like Beth’s Dead). Monica also talks about the impact of sharing her egg freezing journey publicly, the value of friendships, dealing with imposter syndrome, and recently being nominated for a Golden Globe. Finally, we dive into her favorite Armchair Expert moments, dream guests, our shared Friends obsession, and the process of moving into her new home!


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • Sharing my love for Armchair Expert as a long-time listener and Armcherry

    • Monica’s career evolution from nannying for Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard to becoming a co-creator and co-host of one of the top podcasts

    • How Monica built her confidence, found her voice, and developed her unique co-hosting style

    • Behind-the-scenes of booking, producing, and editing Armchair Expert episodes

    • How her relationship with Hollywood and celebrities has changed as a fangirl

    • Navigating opinions and feeling protective of her guests

    • What it was like sharing her egg freezing journey publicly, her current stance on family planning, and maintaining female friendships in different life stages 

    • Monica on the feeling of belonging, experiencing imposter syndrome, and her recent experience at the Golden Globes

    • Favorite Armchair moments, dream guests, and what guest surprised her the most

    • Rapid fire: Monica’s favorite hosting recipes, favorite TV show, current fashion pick, and most valuable lessons learned from Kristen & Dax

    Listen to Armchair Expert HERE

    Listen to Beth’s Dead HERE


    Follow Monica:

    Instagram: @mlpadman


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    18 February 2026, 10:00 am
  • 8 minutes 44 seconds
    Quick Chats with Cam: Leslie Iwerks

    In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker, Leslie Iwerks, to dive into the making of her documentary, Disneyland Handcrafted. Leslie reveals how Disneyland was built in just one year and the film’s fascinating archival process of never-before-seen footage from the 1950s. We chat about Leslie’s Disney family legacy, her favorite behind-the-scenes childhood memories, and how growing up surrounded by Disney magic has shaped her life. We also get into rapid-fire Disney favorites!


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • The behind-the-scenes of making the film, Disneyland Handcrafted

    • What it was like digging through the Disney archives, uncovering the stress of building Disneyland in one year, and the process of matching audio to the silent footage

    • Leslie’s childhood memories of growing up on Disney film sets and parks

    • The magic of her grandfather co-creating Mickey Mouse with Walt Disney

    • Disney rapid-fire favorites: Disneyland vs. Disney World, favorite Disney films and rides, and best food at Epcot

    Watch Disneyland Handcrafted HERE


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    13 February 2026, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    How to Live a Purposeful &amp; Authentic Life with NYU Professor, Dr. Suzy Welch

    In this episode, I sit down with best-selling author, NYU professor, and values expert, Dr. Suzy Welch, to talk about her practical approach to finding your purpose. We dive into the research behind her proven method, “Becoming You,” and the popular NYU class she created to help students discover their most authentic selves & careers through identifying their values. Dr. Welch opens up about her own journey to finding the work she was meant to do, the importance of knowing (and living) your top values, and how she has navigated life after loss. We also chat about the realities of being a working mom, why women can’t always “have it all”, and the importance of female friendships at any age. Plus, she breaks down the “Four Horsemen” that hold us back from reaching our full potential and her simple but powerful 10-10-10 decision-making method. 


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • Why so many people feel lost trying to find their purpose

    • The research behind Dr. Suzy Welch's “Becoming You” methodology and how she turned it into the most requested class at NYU Stern School of Business

    • The breakdown of the most common top values, and the difference between your values, aptitudes, and interests

    • The myth that women can "have it all" and the constant balance (and guilt) between work and motherhood

    • How she landed on her authentic life in her sixties

    • Turning the grief of losing her husband, Jack, into purpose

    • The Four Horsemen framework and the barriers stopping you from living your perfect life

    • “10-10-10” method for making decisions that are aligned with your values

    • Dr. Welch's insights into the most common career mistakes, why happiness shouldn’t be the end goal, and why it’s never too late for reinvention

    Read Dr. Suzy Welch's book Becoming You

    Listen to her podcast Becoming You

    Take the Values Bridge Test HERE


    Follow Dr. Suzy Welch:

    Instagram: @suzywelch

    TikTok: @suzywelch

    Website: suzywelch.com


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    11 February 2026, 10:00 am
  • 59 minutes 4 seconds
    Hot Takes with Lucy

    My sister Lucy is back for a round of hot takes! In this episode, we share our unfiltered opinions from unread email notifications (my nightmare) to romance/SMUT novels counting as reading to normalizing sharing food with strangers. We also yap about our latest TV and pop culture obsessions and wanting to start a podcast book club. Plus, we share some listeners’ hot takes!


    Key Takeaway / Points:

    • Quick catch up with Lucy and her first time in the new studio

    • Favorite TV shows and movies we’re watching right now

    • Starting a romance novel book club for the podcast

    • Sharing our hot takes: Should kids fly first class? Is listening to an audiobook reading?  Should hair salons cover the mirrors during haircuts?

    • Listeners’ hot takes: from airplane food to voice notes to short kings

    Caller line is HERE


    Follow me:

    Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers

    Substack: Fill Your Cup

    Website: cameronoaksrogers.com

    TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

    Youtube: Cameron Rogers

    4 February 2026, 10:00 am
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