RECENT
Lift up Connections Podcast (August 2025)
IIn this episode, I chat with Christine Perfetti + explore what it really means to move beyond burnout + create wellness that fits your real life. After my cancer diagnosis became a catalyst for reimagining how I wanted to show up in the world, I developed the Perfectly Imperfect Wellness Method - a framework that helps people reclaim their days + find joy in the beautiful messiness of being human. We discuss thoughts on burnout, how to release the "shoulds" that keep us stuck, + what it looks like to embrace imperfection as a pathway to authentic wellness. Listen on Spotify | Apple
Delta CX 2025 Conference (May 2025)
A virtual conference for those in tech, customer experience (cx) or user experience (ux) where I spoke about my lessons from leaving tech + facilitated a workshop around time blocking. Through practical exercises, we built personalized systems that honor both attendee goals and humanity and learned to create realistic schedules that flex with life, incorporate genuine downtime, and help provide breathing room in your day without the guilt of “productivity failure.
Rebooting Self-Worth replay available soon!
Lemonspark podcast Episode (April 2025)
In this episode, I share my story of receiving a sudden + surprising cancer diagnosis, which led me to reconsider my life's direction. Transitioning from a tech job in user experience to embracing integrative nutrition + holistic wellness, I discuss how my personal health journey ignited my passion to help others find balance + purpose in their own lives.
LIFE AFTER CANCER: SURVIVOR STORIES (JANUARY 2025)
My body works differently now – that's the biggest change. I live with chronic conditions and side effects that cancer left behind, and they affect pretty much everything I do. It's been a journey learning to accept where I am today. I've had to rebuild my life around these new normals, and while it's not the path I would've chosen, I've found my way forward by adapting rather than fighting against these changes.
Your life after tech podcast ep 009 (DECEMBER 2024)
Curious about making a major career shift? Meet Tonia Bartz, a former UX Researcher turned holistic wellness coach, who shares her journey from the tech world to the realm of integrative nutrition and wellness.
Embrace your imperfections! Whether you're staying in tech or considering moving to a new career, Tonia reminds us to listen to that little persistent voice. There's a reason we keep imagining alternative futures for ourselves.
HUMOR BEATS CANCER: FACING HAIR LOSS (JUNE 2022)
This is a story about love and finding humor during an onslaught of cancer treatments.
After two rounds of chemo, my hair was finally starting to come back, and I was very excited. Shortly after, I learned I would have to undergo radiation, which would also make me lose my hair (again), and I was distraught. I am a natural redhead, and my hair has always been a major part of my identity.
Oiselle’s feelin’ good as hell photo shoot (July 2020)
The aim was to celebrate Oiselle’s launch of the new range of sizes; we needed to identify and recruit real-life models representing the sizes 2 through 26. Jenny Wohrle (photographer and associate creative director extraordinaire) and I could not be prouder of the 26 incredible people who volunteered for this massive 4-day photoshoot! Our goal was to capture the beauty and power of these athletes and make each of these individuals feel good as hell in the process!
“The Oiselle clothes I wore made me feel heard and empowered; from the thoughtful watch window to the pockets women rarely see in the wild.” - Tonia Bartz