S2-Bonus Release - 9 Lives With Vitelle
This episode is a powerhouse of resilience, strength, and transformation. While Melissa takes time to recover from an accident (don’t worry—she’s okay and will be back soon!), Samantha rides solo and brings us a deeply emotional, unfiltered conversation that will leave you breathless.
Samantha shares her own near-death experience—yes, at the hands of her new water jug—before diving into an unforgettable discussion with the incredible Vitelle—an activist, model, author, and visionary filmmaker.
Vitelle opens up about her latest groundbreaking production, 9 Lives, which is currently on a worldwide tour. More than just a film, 9 Lives is an immersive experience, blending live action, cinematic storytelling, and music to bring to life Vitelle’s raw and deeply personal journey. She takes us through the harrowing realities of homelessness, human trafficking, domestic violence, and suicide—but not just as stories of survival. 9 Lives is a blueprint for hope, offering real tools for those who need a way out.
This episode isn’t just an interview—it’s a wake-up call, a rallying cry, and a testament to the power of the human spirit. You’ll leave feeling empowered, unstoppable, and ready to take on the world.
Don’t miss this rare, deeply moving conversation with never-before-heard insights from Vitelle. Tune in, take notes, and remember—you are capable of anything.
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S2-E16 Do You Want A Fear Based Life Or One That Is Questing?
Samantha and Melissa open with their fails as usual. Melissa's daily life is a fail ( as we can all relate.) Samantha fails to realize she agreed for keep the class pet for two weeks... Did it survive?
Today the girls are joined with licensed psychotherapist, spirit guide, and past life regression therapist - Ellen Dionna. This episode is chalk full of beautiful new ways to look at life as we know it through the depths of past lives. When skillfully led into hypnosis, Ellen can help you walk entirely through each of your previous lives. This is a tool that we can use to further understand how past traumas and fears have altered who we are today through epigenetics. There are even studies that have shown how skills we've had in previous lives lead us to passions we have now.
Do we have one life? Are we born again? Is trauma and behavior passed to us through more than just our current family? No one may truly know but I can guarantee this episode will leave you thinking.
S2-E15 Welcome 2025! Blast From Our Past
Hello 2025! We are so happy and thankful to have our Skirts Up Squad joining us in the New Year. As we were sitting together, reflecting on the journey in the podcast world, we found ourselves giggling about what so many of these episode mean to us. So what better way to bring in the New Year than a recap of 2024.
Enjoy a collage of some of our favorite moments with amazing people. (You included).
Psychic Medium, Kelly Palmatier. Part 1 , Part 2, Part 3 - Channeling White Light
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S2-E14 Resolutions Canceled, Hello New Year Experiences
In this lively and insightful episode of 'Lottie Don't Lie,' Samantha and Melissa dive into the heartfelt and often hilarious world of New Year's resolutions. From sharing personal stories of overcoming tough times to celebrating small victories, they showcase the highs and lows of setting goals and the importance of gratitude. With their signature blend of humor and authenticity, the duo keeps the conversation engaging, making you reflect on your own resolutions while also reminding you to enjoy the journey. Tune in for some laugh-out-loud moments, thoughtful advice, and a whole lot of real talk as they ring in the New Year.
Do you make New Year Resolutions?
S2-E13 Epic Fail Of The Year
As you all know we LOVE to share our fails with you. This episode is the full story of how our charity event felt like fail after fail.
However, though it felt like a fail because it wasn't as we originally envisioned it. It was a huge success that is supporting just as many families as hoped for. At the end of the day, we did in fact hit the goal with the love and support from you all. Thank you so much for being a part of " the epic fail". We hope you feel the same pride that we do.
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S2-E12 Merry Fucking Christmas, Obligations
🎄 In this festive episode of 'Lottie Don't Lie,' Samantha and Melissa dive deep into the heart of holiday obligations. From the joy of gift-giving to the stress it can sometimes bring, they share personal stories and explore the delicate balance between tradition and personal boundaries. Tune in to hear their lively discussion on tackling the guilt of Christmas gifts, the reality behind Santa Claus, and the importance of honoring one's own holiday traditions. They'll make you rethink your festive rituals while keeping you thoroughly entertained. Tune in for a heartfelt, humor-filled exploration of what really matters during the holiday season! 🎁
S2-E11 Expressing Yourself Through Music
This episode explores the transformative power of music therapy and its ability to foster emotional healing and communication. Melissa and Samantha meet with music therapist Brad Brown. He shares his journey from struggling with traditional education and societal expectations to discovering his passion for helping others through music. The discussion emphasizes how music can create new pathways in the brain, aiding individuals with speech difficulties, Parkinson's disease, and emotional challenges. Personal anecdotes highlight the profound connections formed through musical expression, as well as the therapeutic benefits of rhythm and melody in everyday life. Learn with Samantha and Melissa, as they delve into the intersection of music, mental health, and personal growth, revealing how creativity can unlock new possibilities for self-discovery and healing.
S2-E10 Lottie Don’t Lie: Happy Thanksgiving! To the Pardoned Turkey
Happy Thanksgiving! This episode of "Lottie Don't Lie" features Lottie, Samantha, and Melissa as they dive into their Thanksgiving traditions and what makes this holiday special for them. From feasting on classic dishes to celebrating Friendsgiving with friends, the hosts share their unique experiences, including their excitement for karaoke and axe throwing. They discuss popular Thanksgiving traditions like watching parades, playing football, and sharing gratitude, while also reflecting on their childhood memories and family dynamics during the holiday. Lottie reveals her love for a specific broccoli cheese casserole, while Samantha shares a hilarious story about her brother and a turkey named Melvin. Join the conversation as they reminisce about their favorite holiday moments and the joy of spending time with loved ones.
S2-E9 Your Shamanic Medicine Show Notes
Join Samantha and Melissa as they dive deep into the fascinating world of shamanism and personal healing with special guest Laura Martinez. They explore the concept of "finding your medicine," emphasizing that everyone has a unique purpose and path, shaped by their experiences and emotions. Through engaging anecdotes and insights, Laura discusses how shamanic journeys allow individuals to tap into their inner selves, facilitating personal growth and transformation. The conversation also highlights the interplay between neuroscience and spirituality, revealing how brainwave states can enhance healing and self-discovery. With humor and openness, the trio navigates the complexities of human connection, energy, and the importance of living in the moment.
S2-E8 Lottie Don't Lie: There is Room For Everyone At The Table
Samantha and Melissa dive into the often taboo topic of a certain health procedure, sharing their personal experiences and the discomfort that comes with talking about it. As they navigate through the conversation, they provide a light-hearted take on the seriousness of health issues, emphasizing that many people undergo this procedure, yet fear talking about it. The episode also tackles the complexities of family dynamics during Thanksgiving, highlighting a situation where a family member's vegan lifestyle creates tension over the holiday meal. The duo discusses the importance of honoring everyone's traditions while also drawing the line when it comes to ultimatums. With their trademark humor, they encourage listeners to embrace the messiness of family gatherings and to stand firm in their values, all while sharing laughs over the absurdities of life.
S2-E7 Eat the Frog First
Jill: What I ended up doing was classifying all of the hundreds of tools that I've learned into four different categories, and I developed a quiz so that people can easily find out which archetype that they are. In terms of how they manage their time best, and then give them tools that are going to actually work for them. Because what happens is that we hear about something on a podcast or in a book and we try it and then if it doesn't work for us we get defeated and we think it's us and we're like, “Well, that's just more proof that I can't, can't do it.” And that's not the case. It's just, you need the right tools.
S2-E6. The Deer Was Trying To Kiss Me!
Welcome to the first episode ever where we are joined by Samantha's husband, Simon Mandell. Simon gets the opportunity to set the records straight. Who really is the better driver? What really happened when he hit that deer earlier in the month? he may or may not even confess to wearing no seat belt!
Simon was not expecting to be on the air so everything is 100% unscripted. Samantha and Simon ask each other deep, insightful questions about their 7 years together such as "What is our weakest and strongest aspect of marriage?"
The conversation changes directions when Samantha asks Simon how he feels about co-parenting with another man and what that entails. He recounts the steps taken to build a very healthy relationship with his step-children's father and parting advice on how to navigate this kind of situation to a friend. Put your ego aside.
Find more information and ticket sales on our website at The Skirts Up Show
Learn about our friend, psychic medium Kelly Palmatier, of Channeling White Light. She WILL be at the charity event!!
Don't forget to sign up for the Love Run taking place in February 2025. Register under the Skirts Up team and use code: SKIRTS10 for 10% off registration. Lets end domestic violence together! Register NOW.
S2-E5. Hive of Humans Creating a Swarm of Support
The girls shake things up a bit by skipping their traditional intro and "skirting" into the meat of today's show. Samantha and Melissa welcome Megan Ward, a Georgia Clarke county foster parent and creator of The Five Hive on to show to share the ugly truths within the foster care system.
The Five Hive was created when Megan and her business partner, Kim realized that there was a shortage of foster parents. After evaluating past foster parents, it became clear that most parents felt alone in the process and had little to no connections to others in the same boat.
Megan has been a foster parent to over 110 children within 7 years and loves to share what she's learned along the way while spreading resources to all families on this difficult journey. To Megan there are two reasons why people become a foster parent; To build their family or reunite families. Both honorable reasons. The Five Hive strives to spread the awareness and importance of reuniting families. Many of us don't realize that families within our community are separated because they simply can't provide basic needs.
Hear an inspiring story of how a biological father did hard work with the help of Megan and The Five Hive to be his best self and get to become reunited with his children.
This Holiday Season Skirts Up is hosting a charity event, Sugar Plum Fairies Dancing for Charity. Proceeds of this event will go to The Five Hive and provide Christmas to 25 newly reunited families! This is unlike any party you've been to. Dress in your best Sugar Plum inspired attire and prepare to feast with us in the Land of Sweets.
Find more information and ticket sales on our website at The Skirts Up Show
Learn about our friend, psychic medium Kelly Palmatier, of Channeling White Light. She WILL be at the charity event!!
Don't forget to sign up for the Love Run taking place in February 2025. Register under the Skirts Up team and use code: SKIRTS10 for 10% off registration. Lets end domestic violence together! Register NOW.
S2-E4. Lottie Don’t Lie: My Husband Tells People I’m His Sister!?
Today, Samantha tells the story of her husband hitting a deer with her car which leads him to being stranded on the highway despite Sam's plea of having the car towed to the mechanic shop. Melissa shares how her previous fail of not making any bowls in her first pottery class has changed to having several completed items that are meticulously decorated by hand! Goes to show perseverance after a fail is how you turn it into success.
Did you hear about the exclusive charity event we are hosting? Skirts Up has chosen to host an event in honor of The Five Hive nonprofit which is an organization that brings equitable resources to all families in region five. Their passion is to do what they can to reunite families and set them up for success. Join us on our mission to provide Christmas to 25 newly reunited families because these are the kids in our foster care system that get forgotten. Follow the link below for details and tickets to the first annual Sugar Plum Fairies Dancing for Charity.
A fellow member of the Skirts Up Squad writes in about how they recently found out that for the last three years, their husband has been telling everyone at his office that she is his sister. Not wife. After finding messages and confronting her husband, he lies to her face about the whole situation resulting in her leaving the house. She wonders what next move is. Find out what Lottie has to say about that!
Information and tickets for Sugar Plum Fairies Dancing for Charity
Don't forget to check out our friend, Kelly Palmatier, to see what to expect from our special guest at Sugar Plum Fairies Dancing For Charity.
Next time you are in Asheville, book your stay at our favorite place, Asheville Windsor Boutique Hotel.
Register to join the Skirts Up team for the 10th annual Love Run to end Domestic Violence on February 22, 2025 in Decatur, Ga. Lets get a team over 10 together!
S2-E3. Why Don’t You Just Leave?
Samantha shares the story of stocking her husbands biological father (Who is a high ranking police officer) while intoxicated, after midnight. Then proceeds to share a fail about how she busted her face on the dance floor. Melissa tells the NOT traumatizing story of cutting the tip of her finger off late at night.
The Skirts Up Show thanks their friend, Aria, a domestic violence and sexual assault investigator with the Dekalb County District Attorney Office for joining us and sharing shocking statistics on domestic violence. Aria shares everything from red flags, key factors of a healthy relationship, and who is most susceptible to becoming a victim of domestic violence. Be sure to listen till the for information on what we can do in our community to put a end to domestic violence.
Register to join the Skirts Up team for the 10th annual Love Run to end Domestic Violence on February 22, 2025 in Decatur, Ga. Lets get a team over 10 together!
If you or someone you know needs more information and resources to safely leave a domestically violent relationship, visit National Domestic Violence Hotline and/or the Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence
Remember you can see what we have coming up, including fun new merch and apply to be on the show by visit our website, The Skirts Up Show.
Book your next stay in Asheville at The Windsor Boutique Hotel. Mention Skirts Up when you call!
S2-E2. Lottie Don’t Lie Debut
Welcome to the first official recording of Lottie Don't Lie.
Today Samantha and Melissa acknowledge the devastation endured by Georgia in and around Augusta through Asheville and several surrounding cities. Dear friend, Kelly Palmatier of Channeling White Light was significantly impacted by hurricane Helene's mass destruction. Luckily her family, including 3 fur babies, were able to safely evacuate. The Skirts Up Squad wants to support as many communities as possible and has listed reputable resources below.
On the Episode, the ladies remanence on their enlightening conversation with creator of Channeling White Light, Kelly Palmatier. It's been three in a half months since their mini psychic and mediumship readings and they are able to pin point the accuracy from their psychic readings. Including big changes for Melissa's Quilt Shop, A Crafted Cottage!
Lottie tackles the first question of " Should I keep my dog or rehome her." The original poster explains recent hardships including a cross country relocation to the struggles of finding rentals that allow German Shepherds. You all know how Samantha loves her shepherds and how tightly connected Melissa feels to pet relationships. You don't want to miss what Lottie advises.
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Disaster Relief Organizations we've supported post Hurricane Helene :
S2-E1. Channeling White Light, Kelly Palmatier
Welcome back to Season Two, Episode One! The anticipation of this has been building up for three long months and the day is finally here! Samantha's mind is blown by Kelly Palmatier of Channeling White Light while she shares with us a fascinating look on life.
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16. Pre Season Release: Mediumship Reading With Kelly Palmatier
You are officially ONE weeks away from Season two release! Listen in to our own private mediumship reading with our new BFF Kelly Palmatier of Channeling White Light. Some very personal details are shared
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15. Pre Season Release: Psychic Reading With Kelly Palmatier
You are officially TWO weeks away from Season two release! Listen in to our own private psychic reading with our new BFF Kelly Palmatier of Channeling White Light. Some very personal details are shared including, maybe one of us is a psychic too...
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14. Encore: The World From Our Children’s View
This encore episode is dedicated to those impacted by Apalachee High School shooting in Winder, Georgia.
Our Community is in mourning and our hearts needed a reminder of what our children need from us today. Maybe you do too.
Find this rest of this episode on Spotify, Season one Finale: Kids Say The Darndest Things
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