Welcome to Barely Filtered, hosted by me, Aurora Culpo, where my mess is my message and I'm here to share it all with you. Let's optimize our lives together, and I'll make the mistakes so you don't have to. Join me as I share TMI personal stories about navigating relationships, dating, and mental health - all while breaking stigmas around topics like ADHD, anxiety, and depression.From messy mistakes to moments of growth, I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and self discovery. Tune in every Wednesday for a mix of humor, vulnerability, and raw honesty as I explore the ups and downs of living in this meat suit. Follow Barely Filtered wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Barely Goodbye: Dating, Lessons, and New Beginnings (00:23:02)
I hate to be the bearer of bad news… but this is the last episode of Barely Filtered! But this isn’t goodbye! Over the past two years, we’ve laughed, cried, and been through it all—my divorce, dating disasters, and unexpected love.
In this final episode, I reflect on my wild ride through the dating world and share the lessons I’ve learned about self-worth, red flags, and putting yourself out there. I also open up about meeting Zac and how believing in the process led me to exactly what I wanted.
Don’t worry! Barely Filtered is transitioning to YouTube—so keep your subscription, follow along, and watch all the surprises unfold—from engagements to everyday moments you won’t want to miss.
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Engaged, But the Ring Didn’t Fit (00:25:11)
I’m officially engaged! I spill all the hilarious, chaotic, and heartfelt details—from a Paris proposal that left my finger looking like a sausage, to Luxembourg Gardens, Eiffel Tower boat rides, and the unexpected truths about dating, love, and life at 36. Plus, my hot takes on why I like Rhode Island, New Jersey and New York Italian food better than Italian food in Italy, European wine, and how my kids reacted to this big news!
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Mom Truths & Chaos (00:42:47)
I sit down with Cat & Nat—the unfiltered honest moms who share a social media account, a bank account (their husbands, both named Mark, have zero access!), and a mission to keep it real about motherhood.
We talk newborn survival mode, navigating the messy world of parenting online, and why stepping away can actually make you a better mom. From mom ruts to tracking teens, from internet trolls to finding the fun in the chaos—these two show how honesty, humor, and a little rebellion can make motherhood feel a little less impossible!
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Marrying Zac? Ranking My Siblings? Who Killed Charlie Kirk? (00:38:35)
This episode is a rollercoaster, and I’m taking you with me. I went through your DMs and voicemails and pulled the most unhinged (and hilarious) questions — and we’re covering it ALL. We’re diving into three categories:
Siblings – Who’s my favorite right now? Who’s annoying me? Would I call Olivia if I went to jail? (Yes.) Would I call Sophia? (Only if she’s awake.)
Zac – Are we talking marriage? What’s my favorite part of his body? Also, can someone please stop him from buying more clothes?
Random – From my favorite cringe song (yes, I sing it) to my most irrational dating ick. AND — my manager Nikki drops a wild question: Who killed Charlie Kirk? Is this a conspiracy? And what is Candace Owens saying?
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Human Design Secrets: Big Energy, Creativity & Letting Go (00:47:57)
Today I’m joined by Erin Claire Jones, one of the world’s leading experts in Human Design. This isn’t astrology or horoscopes—it’s a system that helps us understand how we’re wired to make decisions, communicate, and live with more ease and alignment!
We get into how this system, based on your time, date, and place of birth, can give insight into your career, creativity, parenting, and everyday life. Erin breaks down the Human Design types in a way that actually makes sense and shows how your design can help you thrive. Spoiler: I’m a Generator, which means big energy, lots of creativity, and a major life lesson in learning to let go.
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Part Two: Should I Stay or Go? (00:25:35)
Is it braver to stay and fight for your marriage—or to walk away when it no longer feels right? In part two of this conversation, Amber Rae discusses the messy middle of love, conflict, and commitment. She shares why leaving wasn’t the end of her struggle, how she met the man she calls her soulmate, and why conflict isn’t what kills relationships—avoidance is... and what it really takes to build a relationship that lasts.
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Part One: When a Good Marriage Isn’t the Right One (00:21:40)
What does it really take to walk away from a “good” relationship that isn’t right for you? In this powerful episode, author and speaker Amber Rae opens up about leaving her nine-year marriage—a decision that others called brave, selfish, and everything in between. She shares how writing helped her heal, why staying “for the kids” or out of fear can do more harm than good, and how choosing love and authenticity—over comfort and expectation—can transform everything.
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Part Four: How To Know When To Quit (00:34:42)
In this episode, I chat with Anna Kai, the queen of no-BS confidence, about why true confidence isn’t about being arrogant or “that bitch” — it’s about proving to yourself you’ve got what it takes. We dive into the power of quitting (yes, quitting!), why missing your boat might just mean you’re building a way cooler one, and how to stop comparing your life to everyone else’s highlight reel on social media.
Anna gets real about feeling one step away from losing everything, even while living the so-called “influencer dream.” Her top advice for anyone feeling stuck? Experiment. Try new things, even if it’s scary or uncertain — that’s how you find your own path.
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Part Three: Zoloft, Jet Lag, and Affairs (00:48:27)
Aurora’s fresh off a chaotic Italian “romantic” getaway (spoiler: food poisoning), Anna’s typing from a walking pad while tapering off Zoloft, and somehow we still manage to cover everything from parenting burnout to the boldest cheating scandal ever caught on a jumbotron. We talk productivity myths, the strange clarity of driving, how oranges might be ancient throat medicine, and why 53 minutes is the max time Anna can tolerate being in a restaurant.
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Part Two: Boomer, Gen Z Hobbies & Fart Debate (00:50:01)
In this episode, I get called a boomer—by my own boyfriend—because of my love for grandma hobbies like baking and knitting, but honestly, that might make me peak Gen Z. I break down some of the lingo Gen Z is using (no cap), question whether weddings are just overpriced stress-fests, and debate with Anna about whether farting in front of your partner is a sign of closeness or a total romance killer.
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Part One: Panty Liners & Two Tampons Too Many (00:42:13)
This episode is straight TMI. Anna Kai talks underwear preferences, her stash of painty liners, and how once she had two menstrual discs stuck up her vagina at one time. Meanwhile, I admit I’ve had two tampons stuck up there without realizing. It’s fine. We’re fine.
Then we switch gears to talk about first crushes (Anna’s was Lance Bass), how my son Remi quizzes me on his crushes, and why people say I play favorites between my kids.
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Tips & Tricks for Not Letting Your ADHD Sensitivity Ruin Your Relationships (00:25:26)
ADHD can intensify emotions, which can especially impact relationships. In this second part of our series with Shanna Pearson, we move beyond common advice to explore the real, everyday challenges that people with ADHD experience: why medication might not always feel fully effective, what it means to “focus on the wrong things,” and how tools like mood scheduling can help you work with your brain rather than against it. We also discuss sugar crashes (sometimes called the “ADHD sugar hangover”), clarify common myths about supplements, and share practical strategies that really support well-being—like prioritizing protein, sleep, and giving yourself grace to be imperfect.
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You’re Not Sensitive, You Just Have ADHD (00:38:24)
ADHD is more talked about than ever. In this episode, we sit down with Shanna Pearson, an ADHD expert who also has ADHD, to unpack some of the most misunderstood aspects of the condition. From the overwhelm that often starts in childhood to why your brain craves stimulation, we talk diagnosis vs. misdiagnosis, body doubling, rejection sensitivity, dopamine regulation, and what it actually feels like to live with ADHD.
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Is It Me or My ADHD? (00:33:57)
Ever spiral after a text, blame yourself for something you’re not sure was your fault, or obsess over a moment days later? You’re not alone. In this episode, I talk through the question so many of us with ADHD constantly ask ourselves: Is it me… or is it my ADHD? I share a recent situation with a mom friend that had me second-guessing everything, and how ADHD shows up in my life through overthinking, memory lapses, people-pleasing, and emotional overload—especially as a parent. I also get into rejection sensitivity, hormone shifts, dating red flags, and why sometimes my brain just can’t let things go.
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Plastic Surgery Transparency Is on Everyone’s Bingo Card Right Now: Why I Had to Go In for a Third Breast Revision (00:31:26)
In this solo episode, I open up about my third boob surgery — what went wrong with the first two, what I’ve learned, and why I’m finally done with big boobs.
I also share the chaos behind Miami Swim Week, from getting my period right before walking the runway to failing miserably at trying to “prep” for it by cutting out sugar (spoiler: I just ended up bingeing carbs by 7p every night).
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Caroline Stanbury’s phone says, 'WE NEED A BABY' every day at noon. (00:44:10)
Caroline gets right into it about why staying together for the kids is a myth, how children speed up the inevitable, and why the idea of a “fun baby” is pure propaganda. We talk blending families, building businesses, becoming different versions of yourself, and that time her husband programmed her phone to scream “WE NEED A BABY” every day at noon.
She shares her advice for women starting over, her favorite misconception (cold-hearted bitch, and proud), and the red flags she’s flying high in her own relationship (ignoring her husband and loving it - ha!). Oh, and if your man loves his mom too much... maybe run? (Kidding... kinda.)
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Anna Kai’s Back and I'm Probably Getting Blackmailed (00:49:11)
Anna’s back and we’re talking about my new relationship—the first one that actually feels easy in all the right ways.
We get into dom/sub dynamics, weird DMs from a guy offering to work for free, and Anna warning me I’m gonna get blackmailed. My response? “So he’s going to be making all my social media assets for me for free… with a boner? That’s fine with me.”
Also: dating rules, sleeping together early, and how in marriage, you either grow together or grow apart.
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How To Fix Your Anxious Attachment Style with Adam Smith and Andrey Korikov (00:54:59)
From the I Wish You Knew Podcast, Adam Smith and Andrey Korikov break down why modern relationships are struggling—and what we can do to fix them. From the neuroscience behind attachment to the biology of bonding (yes, men and women really do connect differently), we explore how stress, sex, and communication shape connection.
We break down why conflict isn’t something to avoid—but the key to building trust. Plus, why the divorce rate is falling not because relationships are thriving, but because younger generations have stopped marrying altogether. Most people don’t know what a healthy relationship looks like—let alone how to be a partner.
Adam shares his CEO–COO model: a high-functioning partnership framework rooted in shared purpose, executive-level communication, and teamwork. We also discuss actionable strategies to connect with avoidant partners, communicate clearly, and rebuild the lost relational skills our culture has forgotten.
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Do It Scared: Hannah Brown on Finding Herself Beyond the Bachelorette, Love, & Faith (00:40:08)
You probably know her as The Bachelorette, but there’s so much more to Hannah Brown than roses and reality TV.
In this episode, Hannah opens up about everything from falling in love with Adam when she wasn’t looking, to living apart, to building a relationship grounded in faith, values, and a whole lot of growth. We talk about heartbreak, healing, boundaries, and what it really takes to know your worth—whether the cameras are rolling or not.
Plus, Hannah gives us a peek into her new book, The Four Engagement Rings of Sybil Rain (hello, beach read of the summer!), how writing fiction helped her exaggerate her own chaos (in the best way), and why “doing it scared” is her motto—even when her Type A brain is like, “Wait, what are we doing?”
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My Parents Had a Shotgun Wedding (01:04:17)
My dad almost married someone else before my mom — but then they had a shotgun wedding! In this unfiltered episode, I confront my dad about the way he approaches my dating life, ask my parents how they really felt about my divorce, and dig into the chaos of being raised by a black cat (my mom) and a golden retriever (my dad).
Viola trauma (yes, I still have PTSD), rebellious teen years, Tokyo tours, and babysitters who said 'no thanks' after finding out there were five of us — nothing’s off-limits.
Plus: we wrap it all up with rapid-fire Gen Z questions that will leave you on the floor!
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Leave Me Alone, I'm PMSing (But Also, I'm in Love) (00:37:48)
Ever have one of those days where everyone’s annoying and you’re like, maybe I’m just PMSing? Same.
In this episode, I get real about everything — my progression in a new relationship (we’re starting to get over the hump of the honeymoon phase), a heartbreaking story that’s been weighing on me, and why this summer is the summer of me. I also share the chaos of Mother’s Day, what I’d do differently in my 20s, and how things with Zac have gotten more serious (yes, he met the kids!).
It’s weird how things can change overnight — and it’s a good reminder for anyone who’s single, going through a breakup, or just wishing life felt different. I went from being very single and struggling to date to finally feeling like I have a solid plan.
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Why Turning 30 Might Be the Best Thing That’s Ever Happened to You with Lindsey Simcik & Krista Williams (00:55:26)
Did you know in your late 20s everything shifts? You’re definitely not alone. In this episode, Lindsey Simcik and Krista Williams get real about what’s happening during your Saturn Return—that intense, cosmic phase between ages 27 and 30 that shakes up your world.
We talk astrology, the shift from people-pleasing to self-love, how your brain is rewiring itself, and why your 20s aren’t a crisis—they’re a spiritual awakening. From relationships and divorce to therapy, self-acceptance, and building a life that actually feels like you, this episode is the guide we all wish we had.
Whether you’re facing breakups, burnout, or just figuring out who you are, this is your green light to evolve.
Inspired by their new book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond, this episode is your soulful guide to adulting.
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How I Met My Boyfriend on a Dating App (And Broke All My Rules)! (00:38:01)
In this episode, I share the real story of how I met my boyfriend—and let me tell you, I didn’t follow any of my dating rules! If you want to find your person, you have to date. But learning how to date isn’t easy. With so many so expert rules out there, part of the journey is figuring out which ones actually work for you. I also open up about his past—yes, he dated Kristin Cavallari—and the hesitations I had around his recent 10-year relationship.
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How to Feed Picky Kids (and Yourself): Kelly LeVeque on Protein and The Fab Four (01:04:17)
Want to know the secret to losing weight? PROTEIN. Hint: two eggs won’t cut it. Holistic nutritionist and wellness expert Kelly LeVeque shares her science-backed approach to feeling your best—starting with why protein should always come first. It’s the key to managing hunger, boosting energy, and supporting metabolism—and most women (and kids!) aren’t getting enough.
Kelly also opens up about the real-life challenges of feeding children—and how her Fab Four method (protein, fat, fiber, and greens) helps her handle picky eaters without stress. She explains why kids reject certain foods, how to reintroduce them in a way that works, and what parents often get wrong when it comes to mealtime battles.
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Sophia Culpo Is Back: Who Are You in the Relationship—a Black Cat or a Golden Retriever? (00:53:27)
This episode is unfiltered and unapologetic—nothing’s off limits. We’re talking ex etiquette, relationships, and whether you’re the black cat or the golden retriever. I spill the tea on my new relationship and Sophia shares why she might’ve waited longer to go public. Dating in the public eye brings pressure, opinions, and one real truth: if you want your relationship to work, you can make it work. And as my boyfriend says when I start rambling—it’s time to land this plane!
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