I’m so glad I discovered this podcast earlier this year. This is the BEST mental health podcast out there. Thanks for always keeping it real, Vic! Keep up the amazing work :)

Been listening to this podcast for a while now, but don’t usually leave reviews. However, I just listened to the Emmanuel Acho episode & had to leave a review. That episode felt like it was made for me; like Vic and Emmanuel had been listening to my recent therapy sessions… So much so that I actually sent the episode to my therapist and asked her to listen before our next session! 😂 Thank you Victoria, for providing the realest, most honest, and necessary podcast out there. #bubblesemoji 🩷🫧 iykyk :)

I live Victoria and am so grateful we have RealPod & her amazing perspectives. My favorite podcast & favorite follow!

People know and love Victoria’s personality but she is a dynamic and elite interviewer. Her ability to always allows her guests, of varying backgrounds, to feel comfortable shows through in each podcast. RealPod is a must listen for everyone’s week!! - Her Husband haha

Victoria!! This pod and these convos have helped me so much! Honest, real, and gets guests to be themselves in a genuine way. Really helps hearing people have these conversations so I can have them more with people around me! Sending love and hoping you do this forever!!

Only listened because was interested in the guest. Don’t understand how the host has this position…

The relatability and realness just hit differently! I love how honest and down-to-earth the conversations are—it always feels like I’m sitting in on a real, unfiltered chat. It’s the kind of podcast that leaves you feeling seen and understood, and I always take something away from it. Definitely one of my faves!”

Victorias parents paid Rick singer to get her into USC. If you ask me it’s pretty easy to pretend to work hard when you grow up with parents who will pay your way onto the USC volleyball team and on to the Forbes 30 under 30 list

I love you but I can’t sit by and watch Allison and Issac make a woman who uses her kid in 90% of her videos the spokeswoman for Husband PSA. I am hoping you can gently remind her of what she said on the episode and it comes across as you shouldn’t exploit your kid unless it’s for one of my or my husband’s brands and we get a cut of the money generated from the videos as the FACE of HPSA with her child in it, which she already has. Very curious if they will address it or ask people to remove their podcast episodes where they(mostly Allie but she always says Issac and I feel, think, etc when she talks about it. The mom was already exploiting her child and if they are so against that why did they give the mom much much much larger platform than she already had to continue to exploit her child on the internet. If Allison and Issac ever address this I will go back and leave 5 star reviews to all the podcasts they talk about this. The one star review is for the guests not because of you. We all have to keep these kids safe in our country and posting kids online even just with an regular smeugalr account with people you know on it is dangerous nowadays.

Victoria is so real and refreshing to listen to and follow. I always learn something from her episodes and so appreciate the work she does!

This is fun to listen I’m getting into the conversation but so far there’s an ad every 4 mins. I’m 12 minutes in and I’ve heard 3 ads already.

Vic and Real Pod are the most refreshing episodes and chats! She keeps it honest, opens up, and invites you to look inward lots of time to reflect on ourselves. She encourages self care and finding deeper meaning through our relationships with our loved ones and ourself. Not to mention, she’s building a community and keeping us entertained weekly! I’m so thankful for Vic’s work on Real Pod and her journey of slowing down, which she mentions in the latest ep! :)

Loved your last episode… the whole introvert/extrovert thing IS literally made up! Sasha was spot on

loved the last ep and loved your assistant! your dynamic seems great let’s get a reveal!!

Just finished listening to the latest chaotic life update and I’m obsessed — so refreshing hearing her talk authentically and openly about experiences we’re all too familiar with. I thought Sasha’s point re introversion and extroversion existing on a spectrum was spot on; I’ve never even thought about it that way since I’ve always viewed it as more of a binary labeling system. Super interesting. Would love to hear more of her takes!

Loved the chaotic life updates style of the most recent ep - and totally agreed with what Sasha said! I feel the same way. Want more of her on the pod :))

This is my first time listening to the podcast and everything you said in your most recent podcast was so healing. Everything you were saying about highs and lows with anxiety fit perfectly with how Sasha described the spectrum of extroverts/introverts. I feel like this episode really speaks to a lot of people who feel trapped in labels. It was very freeing to listen to this new perspective!

I have never found a podcast I relate to so much. Victoria is unabashedly honest in every episode, talking about the joys and struggles in real life. Listening truly feels like chatting with your best friend, big sis, and greatest life coach all in one. Thank you for doing this work and changing so many lives 🩷

Though I have been an avid real pod listener for about 4 years, I have put off writing a review because there is honestly just so much to say(😉). I struggled a lot throughout college dealing with anxiety, depression, and undiagnosed ADHD and Real Pod has helped me so much. The amazing guests that Vic brings on the podcast in addition to the honest discussions of mental health make it truly special. I often put on real pod when I’m feeling lonely or down because I always feel safe and okay to show up as I am when Victoria has the mic. I especially love her solo episodes, and am forever grateful for her continued vulnerability. Thank you for cultivating such an honest and loving space, Victoria!!

Hi I am trying to watch Victoria Kalinas episode through apple podcast. The other podcast are playing but this episode and your podcast says temporarily unavailable and when you press play there’s silence.

Victoria clearly walks the walk of caring for her mental health and it shows! She’s constantly sharing her wise beyond her years takeaways and reflections, and considering all she has on her plate, is a shining example of what we can do when we work hard AND take care of ourselves. She proves that perfection isn’t the goal and that the in between growth moments are where the juicy parts of life are. She provides incredible advice & is an amazing interviewer! Thanks for all you do Vic!!

Truly this podcast saved & changed my life. I found this pod 4 years ago when I was in treatment for an ED, and ever since I have been a dedicated listener. Of course the journey of my healing has been largely due to my desire to work hard, but I wouldn’t be close to where I am today without this show. You have taught me so much about what it means to be alive, to be your own best friend, to have abundance even in a time of scarcity, and to be fulfilled even if you have less than someone else. You taught me to accept my body, and to treat it well because it allows me to live this beautiful life. Thank you Vic, please never stop being you. 🫶🏻

Real Pod has the best topics/guests and always puts me in a better mood when I need a little uplift. It feels like I’m chatting with a best friend ❤️

I love Victoria because she talks about real life problems and insecurities we face as women and how to navigate negative feelings towards ourselves. I’m always inspired by her and look forward to hearing what she has to talk/post about next! 🫶🏼

Real Pod is something I listen to at the gym, in car, at work, and really where ever I can! I love the deep and meaningful conversations Vic has! As a former athlete this has really help find what I enjoy after quitting! Thank you Vic!

Can’t say enough good things about this podcast!

Love me a real pod Wednesday filled with honesty hours, amazing guests, and solo episodes. I feel as though I’ve grown up with Vic from the student athlete days to now finding her palette and self confidence that comes with dressing what works best for you! I love feeling a part of her life and how she makes her interviews feel like you’re having a chat with the gals 🫶🏼

Victoria covers a variety of topics relevant to multiple generations. Although I’m in my 40’s with kids, I can still relate to a lot of what she discusses. I love her podcasts about her relationship with Max, her body positivity and honesty about her own struggles with food and her body, and frankly her voice is so soothing and sweet. She has the perfect podcast voice!

I love how Victoria always shows up and puts out desirable and authentic content. Through out any episode I find myself saying “yep I can relate” or “exactly what happened to me too”. As a former college swimmer, I am so grateful for all the work she is doing for current and past student athletes. This is truly the Realest Pod out there.❤️

I am a good 25 years older than Victoria but she is comparable, spot on with her advice and her topics. So “real” just like the title of her podcast.

Really needed this one this week. I’m deep in the thick of negative body image thoughts and they’re taking my joy. So comforting to know I’m not alone and we always come out better on the other side. Thank you, Vic 🩷

I was always so intimidated by podcasts. There are so many out there nowadays and I was worried about the type of content or discussions that I would come across. As soon as I discovered Vic’s content and Real Pod, I knew that I had found a safe space in every single episode. This is so comforting when we live in a society that is often deeply rooted in diet culture and mental health stigmas. I look forward to Real Pod every week and am so grateful to have gained peace knowing it will always be a safe place to listen 🤍

started listening to the kaitlyn bristowe episode the second it dropped and LOVED it! thank you both for emphasizing how social media only shows a “highlight reel” of our full daily life. Vic, you have reshaped my view of social media and helped me develop a healthy relationship with my body and eating. I only spend a few minutes a day on IG, but I always check your stories bc they make me so happy and appreciative of your realness. love you, max, and your podcast!!!

Vic and Aubs what am I going to do without So Much To Say?! I loved reading the chapters and then listening to you guys say basically everything I was thinking. Those episodes honestly got me out of bed for my morning runs in the dark it was amazing!! Everything else about RealPod has also improved my life but the New Earth sections sent me over the edge to say something thank you for everything you do!

As an ex-competitive volleyball player, I found Vic on YouTube many years ago then started listening to the pod when—as a wedding photographer—I just had to get all the tea on her wedding planning. According to Spotify Wrapped, I listened to Real Pod for 3,800 minutes in 2022, which makes sense because Vic and her guests then helped me through some of the toughest parts of my life in regards to mental health, finding myself and my purpose again, and healing my relationship to my body and food. This podcast is perfect for any other ex-competitive-volleyball-player-wedding-photographer-late-20s-girlies with a binge-eating disorder, but honestly it’s worth a listen for anyone with a heartbeat looking to improve their lives. It’s been so fun watching Real Pod and Vic grow and change, as she has even had super celebrity guests like Rainn Wilson more recently. If I’m being honest though, yeah, Rainn Wilson was cool, but Vic interviewing Kerri Walsh Jennings will forever be my Roman Empire. -Emily

I found Victoria a few years ago on TikTok and I have been following along ever since. As a former volleyball player and someone who struggles with mental health and body image, Victoria and Real Pod have constantly felt like a safe space and I love listening every week!

I found Victoria through the algorithm (probably TikTok in 2020?) and have followed on every platform since! I look forward to listening to this podcast each week. I’ve been loving the solo episodes lately and hearing your thoughts on loneliness, your sexiness journey, and Taylor Swift analysis as a fellow Swiftie! I enjoy your insight on relationships, mental health, and life. She’s so fun, easy to listen to, and has great interview questions with guests. She always keeps it real!

Hey Vic, just listened to your loneliness episode. As always you are just so relatable and in you sharing how you feel I already felt less lonely Becuz one more person understands. I don’t live in LA so I can’t offer to be your in person friend. But I want to thank you for always sharing your feelings and realness with us. You’ve inspired me to also make that extra effort to hang out with people and give it a shot ❤️ ~rebekah

The New Earth series is soooo relatable. I read this book when I was in college 5 years ago but I “got busy” and didn’t prioritize the practice, and I let it slip from my mind. This podcast inspired me to reread! Now that I’m 26, the message is much more salient. And the podcast’s anecdotes and analyses shed light on the book’s principles.

Victoria, we are so glad that you did an episode on Embracing Your Sexuality, Sexism In The NCAA, & Shining A Light On Women’s Sports on the Real Pod. We really enjoyed listening to an NCAA student athlete, Sedona Prince, like us talk about all of the inequalities between men and women in the NCAA. Not only did she shine some much needed light on the inequalities, but she also talked about mental health while playing. We also loved how you talked about your struggles with mental health to show your listeners like us how to learn from your mental health struggles. As a group of female athletes from different sports like basketball, field hockey, and softball we have dealt with similar struggles. As a result of listening to this podcast, we have been inspired to prioritize our well-being and advocate for ourselves. Thank you!

Hey- I’m so glad you did an episode on PCOS. I have been on this journey for the past year now and the healing JOURNEY is real. It is so good to hear more stories about this and help others/ feel seen. I never regret trying to get to the bottom of my hormones. A great resource is The Hormone Genius podcast- they have a few episodes on this topic through more of a functional medicine/ wholistic viewpoint. Seek answers. Your body is beautifully and wonderfully made.

VGB is the best! This pod warms my heart weakly 💕

I love how the speakers all want to spread awareness. No matter what it may be. They also all share their personal experiences so people know they aren’t alone. I would recommend Real Pod to anyone!!!!

I absolutely LOVE this pod. Every week I look forward to the new episodes as they all teach me something new about myself or life. They push me to challenge my thinking and look at the world in a different way. I can’t decide if I like solo episodes or guests more - I truly feel like Vic and I are best friends when she does solo episodes but her guests are always INCREDIBLE and she does such a thoughtful job interviewing them. If you are a woman (young or old) there is so much you can learn from these episodes!! I recommend this pod to all my friends and family - 100/10!!!

Victoria is such a fun follow and I love listening to her podcast! As a fellow college volleyball player I find her content super relatable. Victoria is such a good interviewer and the topics she talks about are so important and insightful!

One of my fav podcasts! Shoutout to Vic for always keeping it real 🫶🏻 Xoxo Kayla

I have been following Victoria from another pod / on Instagram. And I’m so happy she has her own show! So relatable, great guests, and just a great overall podcast. 💜

VGB and the Real Pod is comfy cozy, like you’re on the couch with her having important and meaningful conversation!

It’s so refreshing to hear such an honest raw perspective from someone I can relate to. Love this podcast!

I absolutely loveeee following Victoria on instagram & the extra dose of her you get with this podcast is the best! She talks about such important stuff & as a therapist I love hearing someone with her platform using it in this way!!!