The Queen of Pep Talks

Jessica Battle

Hosted by mindset mentor, author and lifestyle entrepreneur, Jessica Battle, "The Queen of Pep Talks" is a podcast for women who are ready to lose their BS excuses and start showing up in their lives to the best of their ability. Through weekly pep talks sharing practical advice, Jessica helps women make peace with their bodies, heal their relationship with food and live each day with a grateful heart. This show is a must listen for women who are ready to get out of their own way and step outside of their comfort zone into the greatness they're meant for.

  • 29 minutes 49 seconds
    (#476) The Year That Broke Me.

    In this deeply vulnerable end-of-year episode, Jessica opens her heart and shares the truth of what has been the hardest year of her life. From navigating divorce and losing her home, to rebuilding from the ground up, walking through her mother’s autoimmune diagnosis, and facing the devastating, unexpected loss of her best friend—Jessica reflects on a season that tested every part of her strength.

    Rather than pretending to be “okay,” Jessica invites listeners into the raw, unfiltered reality of grief, transition, and emotional unraveling. She speaks to the moments that brought her to her knees, the lessons she never asked to learn, and the profound reminders that emerged in the middle of heartbreak.

    This episode is a tender reminder that being broken doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it means you’ve lived, loved, stretched, and survived. Jessica closes the year by offering a message of hope for anyone walking through their own darkness: the understanding that even in seasons of loss, a new beginning is quietly forming.

    Inside this episode, Jessica shares:

    • The emotional toll of experiencing multiple life-altering losses in one year
    • What it feels like to rebuild when life forces you into a chapter you never asked for
    • How grief reshapes identity, priorities, relationships, and self-perception
    • The lessons heartbreak has taught her about love, presence, and what really matters
    • A powerful closing message of hope for listeners also navigating painful seasons

    This year may have broken her—but it also awakened her.
    Listeners walking through grief, transition, or personal upheaval will find comfort, connection, and deep resonance in this honest conversation.

    10 December 2025, 9:00 am
  • 23 minutes 57 seconds
    (#475) You Teach People How to Treat You.

    In this episode of The Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica Battle breaks down one of the most important principles in self-worth and relationships: you teach people how to treat you. She explores how the standards you hold, the boundaries you honor, and the consistency you show yourself become the blueprint for how others show up in your life.

    Jessica dives into the difference between expectations and standards, why early effort in relationships means nothing without consistency, and how self-betrayal often leads to resentment, disappointment, and feeling unseen. She shares the patterns women fall into—overgiving, people-pleasing, ignoring red flags, or hoping someone will “change”—and teaches listeners how to reclaim their power by embodying the treatment they want to receive.

    With her signature tough love and compassion, Jessica guides listeners through building sustainable self-standards, communicating needs confidently, and choosing relationships that reflect their worth. This episode is perfect for women ready to deepen self-respect, strengthen relationship dynamics, and finally stop accepting the bare minimum.

    Links mentioned in today's episode:

    3 December 2025, 9:00 am
  • 13 minutes 49 seconds
    (#474) They Said Having a Boyfriend is Embarrassing.

    In this episode of The Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica dives into the viral Vogue conversation claiming that “having a boyfriend is embarrassing” — and unpacks what this trend really says about modern relationships, identity, and women’s fears around being seen in their joy.

    Jessica breaks down why so many women feel ashamed to share their relationships online, how past trauma impacts their visibility, and why healthy love is never something to hide. She also opens up about her own experience being in a safe, supportive partnership, offering powerful mindset shifts around joy, vulnerability, and letting yourself be loved well.

    Listeners will walk away feeling empowered to celebrate their happiness, embrace emotional intimacy, and stop shrinking their joy to fit internet narratives.

    Topics covered:

    • The viral Vogue article + why people are calling relationships “embarrassing”
    • Fear of visibility in modern dating
    • Hyper-independence vs genuine empowerment
    • Normalizing healthy, secure love
    • Letting yourself be seen in your joy
    • Why hiding happiness only hurts you

    If you’re ready to rethink how you show up in love — this episode is a must-listen.


    Links:

    Listen to the episode of Chisme Corner with Jessica.

    Watch the Reel Jessica refers to.

    26 November 2025, 9:00 am
  • 59 minutes 23 seconds
    (#473) Co-Hosting is So. Much. Better. Than Solo Podcasting.

    Today on the Queen of Pep Talks Podcast, Jessica is sharing an oldie-but-goodie conversation that her and Oz recorded over the summer.  This conversation includes topics related to community, networking, self-awareness, taking responsibility for where you are, building your dream life and so much more.

    19 November 2025, 9:00 am
  • 18 minutes 7 seconds
    (#472) What I’m Doing and *Not* Doing to Lock Back in Through the End of 2025.

    In this episode of The Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica shares exactly what she’s doing — and not doing — to lock back in with her health and fitness through the end of the year.

    She opens up about redefining what “locking back in” really means, how she’s creating accountability without pressure, and why small, consistent changes always win over all-or-nothing extremes.

    This honest, motivating conversation will help you release perfection, rebuild momentum, and fall back in love with taking care of yourself — one aligned decision at a time.

    If you’re ready to finish 2025 strong, this episode is your reminder: progress doesn’t come from punishing yourself, it comes from recommitting to yourself.

    12 November 2025, 9:00 am
  • 16 minutes 23 seconds
    (#471) I'm Almost 40--Here Are 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before 30.

    Today on the Queen of Pep Talks podcast, Jessica is checking in on her summer-time girlies, ARE WE OKAY? The answer is probably not, and daylight savings can fu*k right off!  More importantly, Jessica is sharing with you 10 things she's learned as a woman approaching her 40's (forever 25 at heart though <3) that she wishes she knew before she turned 30. If you're a woman on a journey to bettering yourself, no matter your age, this episode will certainly be insightful. XO

    If this episode moves you:
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    5 November 2025, 9:00 am
  • 15 minutes 37 seconds
    (#470) The OG Episode: I Quit My Job!

    In this special throwback episode, Jessica takes listeners back to the moment that started it all — the original episode she recorded five years ago announcing that she was officially leaving her corporate job to pursue her business full-time.

    Raw, emotional, and straight from the heart, this recording captures Jessica at a pivotal turning point — filled with excitement, fear, and the undeniable knowing that she was meant for more. You’ll hear her share the dreams she had back then, the fears she was facing, and the hope that fueled her to take one of the biggest risks of her life.

    Now, five years later, Jessica invites you to listen through the lens of everything that’s unfolded since — the growth, the lessons, the transformations, and the proof that betting on yourself always pays off.

    Inside this episode, you’ll experience:

    •  The exact moment Jessica decided to walk away from her 9–5.
    •  The mix of fear and faith that comes with following your purpose.
    •  A powerful reminder that every big dream starts with one brave decision.
    •  Proof that your “Day One” moments are worth celebrating — no matter how uncertain they feel.

    Whether you’re new to The Queen of Pep Talks or have been here since the beginning, this episode is a beautiful reminder of how far belief and consistency can take you.

    If this episode moves you:
    Take a moment to rate and review The Queen of Pep Talks on Apple Podcasts — and share this episode with someone who’s standing on the edge of their next big leap.

    29 October 2025, 8:00 am
  • 18 minutes 59 seconds
    (#469) I Quit My Job 5 Years Ago — Here’s What It Really Took to Make It Work.

    In this episode of The Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica celebrates a major milestone — five years since she walked away from her corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship full-time. What started as a dream has become a multi-six-figure coaching brand that has impacted thousands of women around the world. But it didn’t happen overnight — and it definitely wasn’t easy.

    Jessica shares the five biggest lessons she’s learned over the last five years in business — lessons that every aspiring entrepreneur, content creator, or dream chaser needs to hear. From the power of self-discipline to the importance of smart financial decisions, she opens up about the real, unglamorous truths behind building a sustainable business and a life you love.

    Inside this episode, she dives into:

    • Why extreme self-discipline is non-negotiable if you want to succeed.
    •  The financial realities of entrepreneurship — and how to be smart with your money.
    •  Learning to see failure as feedback instead of evidence you’re not good enough.
    •  Why no amount of money is worth a client who drains your energy.
    •  How to trust the process — and remember that every step is just one piece of the puzzle.
    •  The role your inner narrative plays in creating long-term success.

    If you’ve ever dreamed about quitting your job, starting your own business, or simply want a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build something from scratch, this episode will leave you inspired, grounded, and ready to go all in on your goals.

    If this episode inspires you:
    Please take a moment to rate and review The Queen of Pep Talks on Apple Podcasts — it helps more women find the show and believe that they can create their dream lives too.

    29 October 2025, 7:00 am
  • 15 minutes 5 seconds
    (#468) When Did You Decide...

    In this episode of The Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica invites listeners into a powerful moment of truth. Through a series of gut-punching “when did you decide…” questions, she challenges women to take a hard look at the moments they stopped choosing themselves — the moments they settled, silenced their dreams, and decided “this” was all they were allowed to have.

    This episode isn’t here to shame you — it’s here to wake you up. To remind you that you’re allowed to want more. You’re allowed to begin again. And you’re absolutely allowed to decide, right now, that this is not where your story ends.

    Tune in, reflect deeply, and remember: you can’t change what you won’t acknowledge.

    If this episode moved you, inspired you, or made you think differently about your own life — Jessica would love to hear from you.

    Please take a moment to rate and review The Queen of Pep Talks on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your words help more women find this show, and your feedback reminds Jessica that the work she’s doing truly matters. XO

    22 October 2025, 8:00 am
  • 20 minutes 26 seconds
    (#467) I Love Him, But I'm Done.

    In today’s episode, Jessica shares a deeply personal and emotional story about setting a boundary with her dad. This conversation isn’t rooted in hate or resentment — it’s about acceptance, healing, and learning to choose yourself even when it hurts.

    She opens up about:
     ✨ The heartbreak of realizing the people you love may never grow with you.
     ✨ Why setting boundaries with family isn’t disrespect — it’s self-respect.
     ✨ What it truly means to choose peace over proximity.
     ✨ How to love someone from afar without abandoning yourself.
     ✨ The truth about people who don’t change — and what to do when they don’t.

    If you’ve ever outgrown a relationship, grieved a parent who’s still alive, or felt the pain of loving someone whose beliefs hurt you — this episode will speak straight to your heart.

    Jessica reminds listeners that you can love someone deeply and still say, “I’m done.”
    Because protecting your peace will always be the most loving thing you can do — for both of you.

    15 October 2025, 8:00 am
  • 39 minutes 45 seconds
    (#466) Comparison, Pillars to Success and Working Together with Oz.

    Today on the Queen of Pep Talks Podcast Jessica is joined by Oz for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about navigating the challenges of comparison in life and business—especially in the online space. Together, they open up about the pillars that have guided their success, what it’s been like collaborating over the past several months on countless projects for Jessica’s brand, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.

    This episode is filled with love, respect, and honest reflections—not only about their partnership, but also about growth, accountability, happiness, and what it truly means to build something meaningful side by side.

    8 October 2025, 8:00 am
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