CHEERS! with Avery Woods

Avery is closing out 2025 by revisiting some of the funniest, realest, and most inspiring moments of the year. You’ll hear from OG YouTube icon Jackie Aina Asamoah, beauty mogul Laura Lee, fashion and lifestyle creator Rocky Barnes, college influencer Avery Kroll, and Secret Lives of Mormon Wives stars Jen, Mayci, and Mikayla.

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2025

Avery and Scotty are back for a cozy, slightly unhinged holiday catch-up with some martinis poured, shots lined up, kids finally in bed. In this They read your wild holiday horror stories: camcorder sex tapes played at family gatherings, chaotic blended Christmases, cheating scandals, and pets absolutely ruining dinner. Nothing is off limits, and the submissions are as unhinged as promised. In between listener stories, they crack open a truth-or-sip game and things escalate fast.

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2025

There’s room for everyone to grow on social media! In this solo episode, Avery breaks down exactly how she did it, and how you can, too. From filming on her days off as a PICU nurse to buying her family home at 29, she shares the real blueprint behind turning “silly little videos” into a full-time career: mindset, consistency, brand deals, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

Layla Taylor from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives joins Avery in the Unwell studio ahead of the Season 3 premiere for a candid, zero-off-limits catch-up. Layla opens up about leaving a toxic marriage, co-parenting two little ones, and building a career she’s proud of. She reflects on how Season 1 captured her in the middle of a separation and how therapy, boundaries, and friendship helped her find her voice. Layla also shares why she keeps her kids offline and what “intentional time” with family really looks like when your job lives on your phone.

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Avery sits down with the former Dance Moms star Kendall Vertes following the announcement of her new Unwell podcast Not So Little. They take a trip down memory lane talking about growing up on camera, the reality of 12-hour shoot days, and why the “mean girl” label misrepresented who Kendall is.

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

Avery interviews content creator and media personality Joey Zauzig. Joey opens up about growing up in Virginia, making the leap from PR to full-time creator, and how he leads with warmth, humor, and real talk. They get candid about navigating The Real Friends of WeHo, the highs and lows of life online, and what true longevity in this industry actually takes.

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

Avery sits down with Disney Channel icon Kimberly J. Brown for the coziest kind of nostalgia trip…the kind you can watch with your kids. Kimberly looks back on booking Halloweentown at 13, what made her character Marnie feel brave and real, and why the movie still lives on repeat every October. She shares sweet, funny stories about filming, practical “movie magic” before heavy CGI, and the warmth and wisdom she learned from Debbie Reynolds.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

Avery sits down with dancer-actor and now-author Nia Sioux to talk about growing up on Dance Moms and growing into her voice. Nia opens up about being the only Black girl on the team for years, setting boundaries (including why skipping the reunion was the right call for her), and what it took to reclaim her story in her new memoir Bottom of the Pyramid.

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

Avery catches Love Island star Liv Walker in the middle of Unwell Vegas. The two girls chit chat overlooking the infamous Strip, recapping a wild weekend of live shows, pool parties, and the mountain of swag waiting in their hotel rooms. It’s giving girls’ trip energy with a side of Carbone sauce and A-list celebrities.

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2025

Girls night!!! Avery pops over to Scotty’s cozy LA pad for a late-night, ‘California-sober’ hang. And the besties flip the script: Scotty asks the questions as Avery answers right off the cuff. They catch you up on everything: busy schedules, the new pod studio they’re building at home, and the house-reno saga that briefly turned Avery’s kitchen into a community pool.

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2025

Avery sits down with beauty creator Toni Bravo, whose Tower 28 collab and viral blush reviews have cemented her as one of the most exciting new voices in beauty. The self-proclaimed CEO of Blush opens up about growing up in Long Beach, finding her love of makeup through trial and error, and how roller-skating videos evolved into the beauty reviews that built her loyal community.

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2025

Content creators Kay & Tay Dudley join Avery for a sweet catch-up on love, parenting, and life in the third trimester. They revisit their small-town meet-cute, how filming one video a day turned into a full-time career, and why their channel feels more like a daily documentary than a performative “family vlog.”

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2025

Content creator and founder Victoria Garrick Browne stops by the Unwell studio for a warm, honest convo about mental health, body image, and building a life that actually feels good. Victoria shares how playing D-1 volleyball at USC led to performance anxiety, why she gave her TEDx talk as a sophomore, and how that moment grew into her nonprofit The Hidden Opponent. She opens up about healing her relationship with food, advocating for being transparent about procedures, and learning to set boundaries online.

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

Digital creator, entrepreneur, and YouTube OG Jackie (Aina) Asamoah sits down with Avery for a convo that’s authentic, uplifting, and fun! Jackie opens up about her journey from Army Reserves to beauty mogul, and how she’s built a career around confidence, gratitude, and staying true to herself.

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2025

Creator and podcast host Becca Moore joins Avery at the Unwell studio for a convo that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. They laugh about arch-nemesis drama, the randomness of internet beefs, and the early TikToks that turned Becca into everyone’s favorite sarcastic storyteller. Becca also opens up about growing up in Ohio, moving to LA, and how her online persona differs from the vulnerable side she shares on her podcast For the Girls.

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2025

Two Averys, one podcast. This week, Avery sits down with TikTok creator and University of Arizona student Avery Kroll to talk about balancing college life with a viral social media career.

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

Fashion creator and DIY queen Madeleine White Fedyk comes on fresh off her dreamy Santorini wedding to DJ Andrew Fedyk of Loud Luxury. She and Avery swap stories about their first run-in at Unwell Spring Break in Miami, shopping splurges, and honeymoon highlights on the Amalfi Coast.

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

Beauty YouTuber, CEO, and podcast host Laura Lee stops by the Unwell studio fresh off a flight from a music festival with glowy skin, no sleep, and all the stories. She and Avery dive into everything from going viral on YouTube to Laura raising her niece and building brands from scratch.

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

Ave steps into the role of your wise older sister—offering heartfelt, no-BS advice for anyone navigating their glow-up era. From the real deal on plastic surgery—pros, cons, and what no one tells you—to the freedom that comes with cutting out toxic energy, she gets real about what it means to protect your peace and embrace your power.

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Jane Olivia—aka Earthy Jane— visits Avery at the Unwell studio in LA. The two go way back to Arizona days, and what starts as a sweet reunion turns into an honest convo about building a business from scratch, setting boundaries online, and going viral while staying grounded.

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

Avery finally sits down with content creator and jewelry founder Victoria Paris. What starts as two internet girlies comparing lives quickly turns into a real convo about identity, queerness, boundaries, and growing up online.

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

Scientist, CEO, and mom of four, Dr. Christina Rahm sits down with Avery to talk about the products, practices, and mindset shifts that are helping people live longer, cleaner lives. From launching dozens of companies to developing toxin-fighting supplements, protective clothing, and skincare you can literally eat, Christina breaks down her mission to detox the world. They also get real about Botox, breast implants, Ozempic, and THC vs. alcohol. Wellness talk, but make it evidence-based and actually useful!

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

Brooke Schofield is officially off the market and on Cheers! From her recent engagement to deciding to step away from her podcast, Cancelled, Brooke opens up about everything from relationships, mental health, body image, plastic surgery, fame, and even the infamous “jorts gate.”

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

Catherine Ebs joins Avery for a vulnerable, hilarious, and deeply moving conversation about grief, growth, and finding purpose after unimaginable loss. The two talk about Catherine’s card game Questions I Never Got to Ask—inspired by the sudden death of her father, and how it sparked healing for so many.

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Olivia Amato joins Avery from her stunning apartment (she decorated it herself!). You might know Olivia as the high-energy Peloton instructor behind your favorite bike and tread workouts, but there’s a lot more to her story. She opens up about leaving Wall Street, becoming a mental health advocate, and finding joy. They get into office pranks, setting boundaries, marriage, and Olivia’s mission to get more rescue dogs adopted.

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

Kit Keenan joins Avery for an unfiltered catch-up from the Unwell studio in New York City! You may know Kit from The Bachelor, but these days she’s all about food, fashion, and building a beautiful life both on and offline.

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

Influencer, entrepreneur, dog mom, and all-around real one — Abby Baffoe joins Avery for a heart-to-heart straight from New York City. The two first met on a brand trip and instantly clicked! They're now catching up on everything from breakups to boob jobs, and building a career online. Abby opens up about life after a four-year relationship, her move to Manhattan, and what it’s really like raising her new puppy Lady (spoiler: she’s the cutest pup alive).

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Three pregnant besties, one wildly addictive reality show, and a whole lot of tea. Avery sits down with Mikayla Matthews, Jen Affleck, and Mayci Neeley — stars of Hulu’s Secret Lives of Mormon Wives — for a juicy and unfiltered conversation ahead of Season 2. The women get real about what it’s actually like filming a hit show while juggling motherhood, marriage, and nonstop drama.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

TikToker and Barstool host Rae joins Avery for a raw and laugh-out-loud conversation recorded in New York City. Known for her unfiltered takes and chaotic humor, Rae opens up about everything from growing up on Long Island, to meeting (and losing) a half-brother she didn’t know existed, to navigating a toxic relationship and finding freedom in sobriety. The two bond over the dark stuff—family trauma, internet trolls, and heartbreak—and find a way to laugh through it all. Rae also shares her dreams for the future, her thoughts on leaving social media behind one day, and the new “friend” in her life who might be more than that. If you don’t already know and love her, you will by the end of this episode.

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

Fashion icon, entrepreneur, podcast host, and mom of two Rocky Barnes sits down with Avery. Rocky shares her journey from growing up in Manhattan Beach to becoming one of the first major fashion influencers. She opens up about her early modeling career, her first marriage, and the love story that led her to her husband. She talks about the importance of understanding body proportions in fashion, balancing motherhood and work, and navigating the ever-changing world of social media. Rocky also shares her perspective on raising kids in the digital age and the creative outlet she’s found through her new podcast, Mulholland Drive.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

It’s Avery’s 30th birthday, and she’s marking the milestone with something special: a deeply personal solo episode sharing 30 life lessons from her first three decades. From marriage, motherhood, and mental health to friendship, boundaries, and the surprising power of sleep, Avery reflects on the highs, the lows, and everything in between. She shares the kind of advice she wishes she’d heard in her twenties. And just when you think the episode is over, Avery gets a little birthday surprise. It’s heartfelt, it’s hilarious, and it’s so Avery. Cheers to 30!

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

Nicole from @dope_kitchen joins Avery in the kitchen to chef up a 4/20-inspired “wake and bake” brunch. The two cook homemade eggs Benedict, complete with spicy hollandaise and from-scratch English muffins. They dive into a refreshingly real conversation about content creation, burnout, and what it’s like coming out later in life. Nicole opens up about finding herself, falling in love on a camping trip in Alaska, navigating sobriety from alcohol, and her unexpected journey to viral cooking stardom. Plus, you just might walk away with your new favorite unexpected snack combo for when the munchies hit.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

Internet personality, Ken Eurich, joins Avery for an interview while in Miami on Unwell Spring Break. The two dive into everything from plastic surgery and dating on Hinge, to unsolicited internet drama and growing up in a small town. Ken also opens up about mental health and the real reason she decided to walk away from her podcast. Ken gets real about fame, finding confidence, and what it means to share your life online while protecting your peace.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

Avery shares the big news: the Woods have officially made the leap back from Arizona to California! In this heartfelt episode, she opens up about what sparked the move—from exciting career shifts to the pull of being closer to family and a stronger sense of community. Avery reflects on the highs and lows of leaving their Arizona home behind, including the challenges they faced and the emotions tied to that chapter of their lives.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

Avery sits down with the dynamic mother-daughter duo Brandi and Tish Cyrus, co-hosts of the hit podcast Sorry We’re Cyrus. Together, they dive deep into the realities of family dynamics, navigating fame, and what it’s really like raising kids in the spotlight. The conversation also explores their personal journeys with mental health, the pressures of social media, and how they stay grounded while living life in the public eye. It’s honest, heartfelt, and full of wisdom you won’t want to miss.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

What's better than vacationing with your besties? Avery and David sit down with their close friends, Jesse and Ashley Adkins, for an episode full of laughter, nostalgia, and mushy moments. While on spring break family vacation, they dive into everything from high school days to military stories, births, and parenting chronicles. The group swaps funny stories, discusses the ups and downs of raising children, and reflects on their deep bond that feels more like family than friendship.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

Avery shakes things up this week with a one-of-a-kind recording session at SYZYGY Precision Tattooing. As the needle buzzes, she sits down with renowned tattoo artist Sydney Smith for an unfiltered conversation about Syd’s journey into the world of tattooing, working with celebrity clients, and the personal stories behind her art. All while Avery gets a meaningful new tattoo. Check out Sydney’s work @sydsmithhh on Instagram or @sydsmithtattoo on TikTok.

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Avery Woods sits down with Tay Lautner for a candid, heartfelt conversation about her journey from dancer to nurse to mental health advocate. Best known for co-hosting Squeeze with her husband, Taylor Lautner, Tay opens up about navigating the pandemic as a nurse, the inspiration behind her nonprofit, and the power of social media. She also shares personal stories about her upbringing, relationship, and plans for the future.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

Avery and Scotty play 'Truth or Sip,' inspired by The Cut's Truth or Drink Games. They navigate through a myriad of topics including personal confessions, addressing recent controversies, awkward experiences, and heartfelt family moments.

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

Ave sits down with reality TV star Harry Jowsey. From his rise to fame through 'Too Hot to Handle,' to losing his father, and behind-the-scenes moments of filming, no topic is off-limits.

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

Ave invites Dr. Mija Khan to talk all things plastic surgery. They talk about her journey in medical school, an open Q+A and finding confidence in your natural beauty.

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025

Ave and Big D sit down and read some saucy confessions submitted by her listeners. From horror stories with toys, to awkward sex locations- you won’t want to miss it.

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2025

Ave is solo today, answering questions/advice submitted by her listeners. From navigating friendships in your 20’s, setting workout goals, understanding your self worth and so much more.

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2025

CHEERS IS UNWELL! Ave and Scotty talk all about the journey signing with Unwell, as well as mental health struggles, 2025 ins and outs and more.

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2025

Ave invites the icon herself Allison Kuch. They talk all things pregnancy, the difficulties of postpartum, and working in a female dominated industry. Allisons Socials: Instagram: @allisonkuch TikTok: @allisonkuch Podcast:  @SundaySportsClubPodcast 

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025

Ave invites her two bonus babies, Anaya and Sydney to chat all about their lives meshing together. They talk all about their first impressions of Avery, their hobbies/extracurricular, blending families and much more.

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

Ave does a random Q+A with questions submitted by her listeners. She addresses a past guest and the regrets behind that, relationship advice, handling insecurities in the bedroom and much more.”

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2024

Ave invites two dear friends Rach and Tom to discuss their new book and life story. They chat about Rachael’s infertility journey and how Tom was able to curate meals to help with her PCOS diagnosis. FIND TOM + RACH ON SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: @MEALSHEEATS & @RACHSULLIVAN__ TIK TIK: @MEALSHEEATS & @RACHSULLIVAN__ PREORDER "HONEY, WHAT DO WE GOT?" ON AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/Honey-What-Got-Week-Week/dp/0593846354/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1DNDWOBQWPNNS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nnNWhhbzBad7gUrhgaq4Ng.MWxMw1l7FGnBW3qutmgHdsct9scnNgj_tarXZ6i19bM&dib_tag=se&keywords=honey+what+do+we+got&qid=1733727291&sprefix=HONEY+WHAT%2Caps%2C332&sr=8-1

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

Ave opens up in detail about her nose job. She talks about her experience, recovery, the pain and finishes with a q+a about plastic surgery from her listeners.

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

Ave welcomes Disney Star Raven Symoné and her wife Miranda Maday. They discuss how they met, both of their coming out stories, Ravens influence at such a young age, what their future looks like and so much more. Find them on Social Media: Raven Symoné: @raven-symoné Miranda Maday: @mirandamaday Podcast: @itstteatime

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024