What if fertility wasn’t just about reproduction — but a reflection of your entire body’s vitality?

In this episode, Kelly sits down with dietitian, researcher, and author Rachel Swanson, whose upcoming book Trying!: A Science-Backed Plan to Optimize Your Fertility is redefining how women think about reproductive health.

Rachel shares her groundbreaking “Fertility 2.0” framework — a whole-body approach that connects gut, oral, and vaginal health, metabolic balance, and even sleep to hormone harmony and long-term vitality. From how your partner’s microbiome might affect conception (yes, even kissing!) to the most common disruptors quietly impacting your hormones every day, this conversation offers science-backed insights and simple, empowering shifts every woman should know.

Whether you’re trying to conceive or simply trying to feel your best, this episode reframes fertility as a vital sign of overall health — one that reveals how well your body, energy, and emotions are truly aligned.

(Rachel’s book, Trying!, releases January 6, 2026.)

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What if fertility wasn&rsquo;t just about reproduction &mdash; but a reflection of your entire body&rsquo;s vitality?
In this episode, Kelly sits down with dietitian, researcher, and author Rachel Swanson, whose upcoming book Trying!: A Science-Backed Plan to Optimize Your Fertility is redefining how women think about reproductive health.
Rachel shares her groundbreaking &ldquo;Fertility 2.0&rdquo; framework &mdash; a whole-body approach that connects gut, oral, and vaginal health, metabolic balance, and even sleep to hormone harmony and long-term vitality. From how your partner&rsquo;s microbiome might affect conception (yes, even kissing!) to the most common disruptors quietly impacting your hormones every day, this conversation offers science-backed insights and simple, empowering shifts every woman should know.
Whether you&rsquo;re trying to conceive or simply trying to feel your best, this episode reframes fertility as a vital sign of overall health &mdash; one that reveals how well your body, energy, and emotions are truly aligned.
(Rachel&rsquo;s book, Trying!, releases January 6, 2026.)
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The Velvet's Edge Podcast is an invitation to explore the beautiful, messy truth that real growth is an inside job. Hosted by Kelly Henderson—a celebrity stylist and men's groomer who has learned firsthand that "looking good" on the outside only gets you so far—this podcast is a space for the conversations you don't always hear out loud.

Life has a way of knocking us flat, and Kelly believes there is purpose in that pain. She uses her own journey of plot twists to show that true beauty is found by going inward. On some days, you'll hear deep dives with therapists, healers, and other people who have turned their pain into something beautiful. On other days, Kelly and Chip Dorsch laugh their way through the weird, messy "WTF is this life?" moments, because growth is easier when you and your bestie can laugh through it together.

This podcast is for you if you've ever felt empty despite doing everything you were "supposed to" do. It's for you if you're stuck in a toxic relationship cycle and don't know how to get out. It's for you if you're in the middle of a total life plot twist and have no idea where to start. You aren't broken beyond repair. You are simply a human on a soul's journey, and even though we each have our own path, it's a lot easier when we have a little help from our friends.

The Velvet's Edge Podcast&nbsp;is an invitation to explore the beautiful, messy truth that real growth is an inside job. Hosted by&nbsp;Kelly Henderson&mdash;a celebrity stylist and men's groomer who has learned firsthand that "looking good" on the outside only gets you so far&mdash;this podcast is a space for the conversations you don't always hear out loud.
Life has a way of knocking us flat, and Kelly believes there is purpose in that pain. She uses her own journey of plot twists to show that true beauty is found by going inward. On some days, you'll hear deep dives with therapists, healers, and other people who have turned their pain into something beautiful. On other days, Kelly and Chip Dorsch&nbsp;laugh their way through the weird, messy "WTF is this life?" moments, because growth is easier when you and your bestie can laugh through it together.
This podcast is for you if you've ever felt empty despite doing everything you were "supposed to" do. It's for you if you're stuck in a toxic relationship cycle and don't know how to get out. It's for you if you're in the middle of a total life plot twist and have no idea where to start. You aren't broken beyond repair. You are simply a human on a soul's journey, and even though we each have our own path, it's a lot easier when we have a little help from our friends.

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Fertility Is a Vital Sign: How to Optimize Hormones, Energy, and Longevity with Rachel Swanson (The Velvet)

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In this Friday check-in, Kelly and Chip get personal about a feeling they both can’t ignore lately: we can’t do it this way anymore. From work and routines to relationships and expectations, they talk through the tension between wondering “Is this just a phase?” or realizing it might actually be a pivot.

They also share their current micro rebellions — the small, quiet choices that feel like acts of self-trust and resistance in a world that constantly asks for more, faster, louder. Plus, Kelly and Chip give an update on life in Nashville following the recent ice storm and what moments like that reveal about resilience, support, and community.

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Chip Dorsch // @chipdorsch

In this Friday check-in, Kelly and Chip get personal about a feeling they both can&rsquo;t ignore lately: we can&rsquo;t do it this way anymore. From work and routines to relationships and expectations, they talk through the tension between wondering&nbsp;&ldquo;Is this just a phase?&rdquo;&nbsp;or realizing it might actually be a&nbsp;pivot.
They also share their current&nbsp;micro rebellions&nbsp;&mdash; the small, quiet choices that feel like acts of self-trust and resistance in a world that constantly asks for more, faster, louder. Plus, Kelly and Chip give an update on life in&nbsp;Nashville&nbsp;following the recent ice storm and what moments like that reveal about resilience, support, and community.
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Chip Dorsch // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chipdorsch/">@chipdorsch</a>

Is This a Phase or a Pivot? Navigating Change, Burnout & Doing Life Differently (The Edge)

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Early 2026 brings astrology that doesn’t whisper—it demands clarity.

In this episode, Kelly is joined by Master Astrologer Marvin Wilkerson to explore the Capricorn and Aquarius New Moons shaping January and February 2026, along with the deeper planetary shifts redefining identity, responsibility, and direction.

Pluto’s influence pushes honest conversations, firm decisions, and the dismantling of structures that no longer support growth. Neptune’s move into Aries begins a rare 165-year cycle, awakening spiritual courage and the desire to live with greater authenticity. The Leo Full Moon spotlights self-expression and the need to be seen for who you truly are, while Saturn’s entrance into Aries asks for maturity, patience, and sustainable action.

This conversation focuses on what it means to rebuild with intention—choosing integrity over impulse, consistency over performance, and long-term alignment over short-term approval.

Book a personal chart reading with Marv: marvin@astromarv.com

Book: Soul Fusion Healing

Visit Marvin's Website at astromarv.com, blhypnosis.com, or SoulFusionHealing.com

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Early 2026 brings astrology that doesn&rsquo;t whisper&mdash;it demands clarity.
In this episode, Kelly is joined by Master Astrologer Marvin Wilkerson to explore the Capricorn and Aquarius New Moons shaping January and February 2026, along with the deeper planetary shifts redefining identity, responsibility, and direction.
Pluto&rsquo;s influence pushes honest conversations, firm decisions, and the dismantling of structures that no longer support growth. Neptune&rsquo;s move into Aries begins a rare 165-year cycle, awakening spiritual courage and the desire to live with greater authenticity. The Leo Full Moon spotlights self-expression and the need to be seen for who you truly are, while Saturn&rsquo;s entrance into Aries asks for maturity, patience, and sustainable action.
This conversation focuses on what it means to rebuild with intention&mdash;choosing integrity over impulse, consistency over performance, and long-term alignment over short-term approval.
Book a personal chart reading with Marv:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:marvin@astromarv.com">marvin@astromarv.com</a>
Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1965360548/?bestFormat=true&amp;k=soul%20fusion%20healing%20book%20paperback&amp;ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k2_1_10&amp;crid=1G1PL0L2VZOFR&amp;sprefix=soul%20fusio" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.amazon.com/dp/1965360548/?bestFormat%3Dtrue%26k%3Dsoul%2520fusion%2520healing%2520book%2520paperback%26ref_%3Dnb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k2_1_10%26crid%3D1G1PL0L2VZOFR%26sprefix%3Dsoul%2520fusio&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1751509308863000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2b_DGLt7EuTCdVTlI2SAVs">Soul Fusion Healing</a>
Visit Marvin's Website at <a href="http://astromarv.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://astromarv.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1725484024825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2cvDqsyGJRsI4hSJZSIHEK">astromarv.com</a>, <a href="https://www.blhypnosis.com">blhypnosis.com</a>, or <a href="https://soulfusionhealing.com">SoulFusionHealing.com</a>
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February Astrology 2026. New Moons, Saturn in Aries & What’s Being Rebuilt with Master Astrologer Marvin Wilkerson (The Velvet)

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Kelly & Chip reflect on what they learned with this month's word: "confront" as the topic. They each share an experience where they found they applied this to their own lives. They also read listener emails that fell under the topic and discuss Al Pacino having a baby at 83, because- why not?

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Chip Dorsch // @chipdorsch

Kelly &amp; Chip reflect on what they learned with this month's word: "confront" as the topic. They each share an experience where they found they applied this to their own lives. They also read listener emails that fell under the topic and discuss Al Pacino having a baby at 83, because- why not?
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HOSTS:
Kelly Henderson // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/">@velvetsedge</a> // velvetsedge.com
Chip Dorsch // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chipdorsch/">@chipdorsch</a>

Confront: A Monthly Reflection (The Edge)

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Fertility Is a Vital Sign: How to Optimize Hormones, Energy, and Longevity with Rachel Swanson (The Velvet)

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