Kelly and Chip take off on a deep dive into all things travel—sharing their favorite trips, biggest travel lessons, and the hacks they’ve picked up along the way. From packing tips to why third-party booking sites can be a nightmare, they cover what to do (and what not to do) when planning your next adventure. Plus, they explore the spiritual side of travel—how stepping out of your routine and into new places can shift your perspective, change your life, and maybe even heal your soul.

HOSTS:

Kelly Henderson // @velvetsedge // velvetsedge.com

Chip Dorsch // @chipdorsch

Kelly and Chip take off on a deep dive into all things travel&mdash;sharing their favorite trips, biggest travel lessons, and the hacks they&rsquo;ve picked up along the way. From packing tips to why third-party booking sites can be a nightmare, they cover what to do (and what&nbsp;not&nbsp;to do) when planning your next adventure. Plus, they explore the spiritual side of travel&mdash;how stepping out of your routine and into new places can shift your perspective, change your life, and maybe even heal your soul.
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>

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.

Velvet's Edge with Kelly Henderson

Travel That Changes You: Adventures, Tips & Soulful Journeys (The Edge)

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Brooke Taylor is a former Google Marketing Lead and the author of Healing the Success Wound. In this episode, Kelly talks with Brooke about why so many high-achieving women still feel anxious, burnt out, restless, or stuck in the feeling of “never enough” — even after reaching major goals.

The conversation explores the difference between aligned ambition and ambition driven by pressure, fear, proving yourself, or tying self-worth to productivity. Brooke also breaks down how these patterns show up in relationships, dating, money, identity, burnout, and the nervous system, and why external success doesn’t always create internal fulfillment.

Kelly and Brooke also discuss the deeper emotional and spiritual side of achievement culture, what sustainable success actually feels like, and how to begin shifting out of survival mode without losing ambition altogether.

If achievement, productivity, or constantly chasing the next thing has ever left you feeling exhausted instead of fulfilled, this conversation will likely resonate deeply.

Brooke’s book Healing the Success Wound comes out May 26th. Pre-Order HERE!

Follow Brooke on Instagram: @brookevtaylor

Visit Brooke's website: brooketaylorcoaching.com

Watch The Velvet's Edge on YouTube!

Email us: theedge@velvetsedge.com

TikTok: @velvetsedge

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HOST: Kelly Henderson // @velvetsedge // velvetsedge.com

Brooke Taylor is a former Google Marketing Lead and the author of Healing the Success Wound. In this episode, Kelly talks with Brooke about why so many high-achieving women still feel anxious, burnt out, restless, or stuck in the feeling of &ldquo;never enough&rdquo; &mdash; even after reaching major goals.
The conversation explores the difference between aligned ambition and ambition driven by pressure, fear, proving yourself, or tying self-worth to productivity. Brooke also breaks down how these patterns show up in relationships, dating, money, identity, burnout, and the nervous system, and why external success doesn&rsquo;t always create internal fulfillment.
Kelly and Brooke also discuss the deeper emotional and spiritual side of achievement culture, what sustainable success actually feels like, and how to begin shifting out of survival mode without losing ambition altogether.
If achievement, productivity, or constantly chasing the next thing has ever left you feeling exhausted instead of fulfilled, this conversation will likely resonate deeply.
Brooke&rsquo;s book Healing the Success Wound comes out May 26th. <a href="https://brooketaylorcoaching.com/successwound/">Pre-Order HERE</a>!
Follow Brooke on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brookevtaylor/">@brookevtaylor</a>
Visit Brooke's website: <a href="https://brooketaylorcoaching.com">brooketaylorcoaching.com</a>
<a href="https://m.youtube.com/velvetsedge">Watch The Velvet's Edge on YouTube!</a>
Email us:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:theedge@velvetsedge.com">theedge@velvetsedge.com</a>
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@velvetsedge">@velvetsedge</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedgepodcast/">@VelvetsEdgePodcast</a>
HOST: Kelly Henderson // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/">@velvetsedge</a> // velvetsedge.com

The Hidden Cost of Success: Why Achievement Doesn’t Always Feel Fulfilling with Brooke Taylor (The Velvet)

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After Kelly’s conversation with sleep expert Dr. Michael J. Breus, she and Chip break down the biggest takeaways from his approach—and how they’ve already started applying them to their own sleep.

They get into the patterns they didn’t realize were keeping them stuck, the simple shifts that made an immediate difference, and why Dr. Breus’ way of looking at sleep feels so much more realistic than the usual advice. From understanding your own rhythms to taking the pressure off “doing it perfectly,” this is about making sleep feel easier—not more complicated.

Watch us on YouTube! (By clicking this)

Email us: theedge@velvetsedge.com

TikTok: @velvetsedge

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @VelvetsEdgePodcast

HOSTS:

Kelly Henderson // @velvetsedge // velvetsedge.com

Chip Dorsch // @chipdorsch

Produced and edited by: @HoustonTilley

After Kelly&rsquo;s conversation with sleep expert Dr. Michael J. Breus, she and Chip break down the biggest takeaways from his approach&mdash;and how they&rsquo;ve already started applying them to their own sleep.
They get into the patterns they didn&rsquo;t realize were keeping them stuck, the simple shifts that made an immediate difference, and why Dr. Breus&rsquo; way of looking at sleep feels so much more realistic than the usual advice. From understanding your own rhythms to taking the pressure off &ldquo;doing it perfectly,&rdquo; this is about making sleep feel easier&mdash;not more complicated.
Watch us on YouTube! (<a href="https://m.youtube.com/velvetsedge">By clicking this</a>)
Email us:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:theedge@velvetsedge.com">theedge@velvetsedge.com</a>
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@velvetsedge">@velvetsedge</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedgepodcast/">@VelvetsEdgePodcast</a>
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>
Produced and edited by: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/houstontilley/">@HoustonTilley</a>

Sleep Is Getting Easier? What We Took from Dr. Breus (and What’s Actually Working) (The Edge)

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Sleep advice is everywhere—but if you’re someone who actually struggles with it, most of it can feel… useless.

Kelly sits down with Dr. Michael J. Breus—clinical psychologist, sleep specialist, and known to many as “The Sleep Doctor”—to break down what’s really going on when sleep just isn’t happening. From the myth of “8 hours” to why your brain suddenly spirals the second your head hits the pillow, this conversation gets into the science, the stress, and the real-life patterns that impact sleep.

They talk chronotypes, anxiety at night, hormones, and the frustrating cycle of trying everything and still feeling wired but exhausted. But the biggest takeaway? It might not be about doing more—it might be about simplifying what you’re already trying to do.

Notes they sent me: 

Watch Dr. Michael on Youtube HERE!

Follow Dr. Michael on Instagram: @thesleepdoctor

Take the at home sleep test HERE!

(The Sleep Doctor At-Home Sleep Test provides clinical-level sleep analysis from the comfort of your own bed. Using two simple sensors and a connected app, users receive personalized results reviewed by a licensed provider in under a week.)

Visit SleepDoctor.com for all other info!

 

Other links mentioned in the episode below:

Orion Cooling Mattress Pad (orionsleep.com)

The Orion Cooling Mattress Pad uses active temperature regulation technology to maintain an optimal sleep environment and reduce overheating throughout the night. It offers smart-bed-level cooling benefits at a more accessible price point.

Timeshifter (timeshifter.com)

Timeshifter is a science-backed jet lag app that creates personalized travel plans based on your sleeppatterns, chronotype, and flight schedule. Used by astronauts and elite athletes, it provides precise guidance on light exposure, caffeine timing, and sleepscheduling.

Upgraded Formulas Magnesium

Upgraded Formulas Magnesium is a whole-food, highly bioavailable supplement designed to support sleep quality, muscle relaxation, and nervous system balance. Its gentle formulation makes it ideal for those whose sleep issues are linked to magnesium deficiency.

Muse (choosemuse.com)

Muse is an EEG-powered meditation headband that provides real-time feedback to help users build a consistent mindfulness practice. By guiding the mind back to focus with gentle audio cues, it supports relaxation and improved pre-sleep wind-down.

Sleep-Drink-Breathe 3-Week Plan

The Sleep-Drink-Breathe 3-Week Plan is a structured, science-backed program designed to improve sleepby optimizing hydration, breathing, and daily recovery habits. The step-by-step system offers practical, sustainable strategies to help reset sleep quality.

 

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HOST: Kelly Henderson // @velvetsedge // velvetsedge.com

Sleep advice is everywhere&mdash;but if you&rsquo;re someone who actually struggles with it, most of it can feel&hellip; useless.
Kelly sits down with Dr. Michael J. Breus&mdash;clinical psychologist, sleep specialist, and known to many as &ldquo;The Sleep Doctor&rdquo;&mdash;to break down what&rsquo;s really going on when sleep just isn&rsquo;t happening. From the myth of &ldquo;8 hours&rdquo; to why your brain suddenly spirals the second your head hits the pillow, this conversation gets into the science, the stress, and the real-life patterns that impact sleep.
They talk chronotypes, anxiety at night, hormones, and the frustrating cycle of trying everything and still feeling wired but exhausted. But the biggest takeaway? It might not be about doing more&mdash;it might be about simplifying what you&rsquo;re already trying to do.
Notes they sent me:&nbsp;
Watch Dr. Michael on Youtube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheSleepDoctor">HERE</a>!
Follow Dr. Michael on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thesleepdoctor/?hl=en">@thesleepdoctor</a>
Take the at home sleep test <a href="https://sleepdoctor.com/pages/chronotypes/chronotype-quiz">HERE</a>!
(The Sleep Doctor At-Home Sleep Test provides clinical-level sleep analysis from the comfort of your own bed. Using two simple sensors and a connected app, users receive personalized results reviewed by a licensed provider in under a week.)
Visit SleepDoctor.com for all other info!
&nbsp;
Other links mentioned in the episode below:
<a href="orionsleep.com">Orion&nbsp;Cooling Mattress Pad</a>&nbsp;(<a href="http://orionsleep.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://orionsleep.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1778109317989000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1o9ZeECJOqne4IYP1V_gWn">orionsleep.com</a>)
The Orion Cooling Mattress Pad uses active temperature regulation technology to maintain an optimal sleep environment and reduce overheating throughout the night. It offers smart-bed-level cooling benefits at a more accessible price point.
<a href="http://timeshifter.com/">Timeshifter</a>&nbsp;(<a href="http://timeshifter.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://timeshifter.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1778109317989000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0PBVZ7vnI3BtjXR3iDTfXF">timeshifter.com</a>)
Timeshifter is a science-backed jet lag app that creates personalized travel plans based on your sleeppatterns, chronotype, and flight schedule. Used by astronauts and elite athletes, it provides precise guidance on light exposure, caffeine timing, and sleepscheduling.
<a href="https://www.upgradedformulas.com/collections/deep-sleep/products/liquid-nano-magnesium?selling_plan=690224234780">Upgraded Formulas Magnesium</a>
Upgraded Formulas Magnesium is a whole-food, highly bioavailable supplement designed to support sleep quality, muscle relaxation, and nervous system balance. Its gentle formulation makes it ideal for those whose sleep issues are linked to magnesium deficiency.
<a href="choosemuse.com">Muse</a>&nbsp;(<a href="http://choosemuse.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://choosemuse.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1778109317989000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0H9wlGha9ayBK1ZZ61dsay">choosemuse.com</a>)
Muse is an EEG-powered meditation headband that provides real-time feedback to help users build a consistent mindfulness practice. By guiding the mind back to focus with gentle audio cues, it supports relaxation and improved pre-sleep wind-down.
<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/16NsdHRq8b76z8r8hF9o7VboDSCnXbOMe">Sleep-Drink-Breathe 3-Week Plan</a>
The&nbsp;Sleep-Drink-Breathe 3-Week Plan is a structured, science-backed program designed to improve&nbsp;sleepby optimizing hydration, breathing, and daily recovery habits. The step-by-step system offers practical, sustainable strategies to help reset&nbsp;sleep&nbsp;quality.
&nbsp;
<a href="https://m.youtube.com/velvetsedge">Watch The Velvet's Edge on YouTube!</a>
Email us:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:theedge@velvetsedge.com">theedge@velvetsedge.com</a>
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@velvetsedge">@velvetsedge</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedgepodcast/">@VelvetsEdgePodcast</a>
HOST: Kelly Henderson // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/velvetsedge/">@velvetsedge</a> // velvetsedge.com

Why Sleep Feels So Hard (and What Actually Helps) with Dr. Michael Breus (The Velvet)

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Travel That Changes You: Adventures, Tips & Soulful Journeys (The Edge)

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