Barely Famous

In this episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Victoria Smith, a domestic violence survivor turned “survivor life coach” who now helps women rebuild after they’ve gotten out. What starts as a conversation about leaving unsafe relationships quickly expands into the parts people don’t always talk about: the long-term impact on confidence, identity, finances, parenting and why “just leave” is rarely that simple. Victoria shares how surviving years of control and escalation reshaped the way she sees boundaries, safety, and healing, and why she eventually shifted her focus toward supporting survivors on the other side of crisis. Kail also opens up about her own experience navigating the system, the public misunderstanding around domestic violence, and the complicated reality of being judged for choices you make while you’re still trying to survive. It’s a heavy but honest conversation about domestic violence recovery, trauma, addiction as a coping mechanism, and what it actually takes to reclaim your life and protect your kids after everything changes. If you or someone you love needs help, please visit the national DV support website , call 1 800 7233 or text start at 88788 for guidance and support. Follow Victoria on Facebook and Tik Tok For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowry To shop all merch head to kaillowry.com Thanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors! Hiya: for 50% off their best selling children’s vitamin head to hiyahealth.com/famous HERS: start your initial free visit at forhers.com/barelyfamous. Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 20% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code BARELY, exclusive for my listeners. Boll And Branch:  Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamous Shopify: Start your one dollar a month free trial period at shopify.com/famous See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to a rare solo episode of Barely Famous Podcast. Kail is kicking off 2026 in full “Controversial Kail is back” mode. This one starts as a life update, but quickly turns into an honest look at how things shift when you’re parenting kids in very different stages, juggling multiple co-parenting dynamics, and trying to keep your peace without pretending everything is neat and tidy. Kail opens up about the reality of what changes as kids get older , plus how she navigates big milestone moments while still protecting her energy and her kids’ privacy. She also answers a stack of listener questions - from boundaries and personal growth to friendships, healing after a very public breakup, and what she’s manifesting for the year ahead. Along the way, she shares what she’s learning about saying “no,” letting time do its thing, and choosing what’s worth the fight and what simply isn’t. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week’s episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Rei Clarke- the TikTok/IG creator known for breaking down reality TV chaos in real time. Kail asks the questions people actually want answered: where “tea” comes from, how you fact-check in a world of rumors, and what separates reporting from opinion. It’s funny and unfiltered, but also surprisingly thoughtful especially when they get into internet accountability, why some scandals stick forever, and what it’s like living on both sides of the headline. Follow Rei's Tik Tok and Instagram for more! For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowry To shop all merch head to kaillowry.com Thanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors! Quince: Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to quince.com/famous To find the right home for you head to apartments.com Talkiatry: Head to Talkiatry.com/famous and complete the short assessment to get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. Boll And Branch:  Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamous Tonal: Right now, Tonal is offering my listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase at tonal.com with promo code BARELY. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with her best friend Emily Fortner, the one you’ve seen in the background of real life: school drop-offs, kids’ sports, Book Club, and all the in-between moments that don’t make the highlight reel. Just two moms reflecting on how a real friendship forms, grows, and becomes family. They get into the invisible work: what it’s actually like to be a teacher carrying other people’s kids all day and then going home to do it again as a single mom, the mental load that never clocks out, and how burnout can look like “tired” in a way sleep doesn’t fix. Along the way, Kail opens up about what school felt like for her growing up, why certain adults can change a kid’s entire trajectory, and how motherhood shifts when you’re trying to take care of everyone while still learning how to take care of yourself. It’s funny, emotional, and wildly relatable, especially if you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything and still wondering if it’s enough. For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowry To shop all merch head to kaillowry.com Thanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors! Tonal: Right now, Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code BARELY. Boll And Branch: Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamous Quince: Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to quince.com/famous To find the right home for you head to apartments.com Talkiatry: Head to Talkiatry.com/famous and complete the short assessment to get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Barely Famous Kail sits down with Dover, Delaware entrepreneur Bobby Jones the owner of Brightside for a raw conversation about what it really looks like to rebuild a life when your starting line is nowhere near everyone else’s. Bobby opens up about growing up in poverty, navigating foster care, and how early decisions can shape the way you see yourself for years. We talk about the mindset shifts that helped him break cycles, what redemption actually requires, and why “starting over” doesn’t always mean leaving town. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your past, overwhelmed by where to begin, or like you’re carrying a story you didn’t choose this one will stick with you. Listen in for a powerful, honest conversation about resilience, accountability, second chances, and building something you’re proud of one decision at a time. Follow Bobby here and check out BrightSide For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowry To shop all merch head to kaillowry.com Thanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors! Hiya: for 50% off their best selling children’s vitamin head to hiyahealth.com/famous DripDrop: Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order. Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code famous. Talkiatry: Head to Talkiatry.com/famous and complete the short assessment to get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes Progressive: To get your auto insurance quote head to progressive.com Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 20% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code BARELY, exclusive for my listeners. Shopify: Start your one dollar a month free trial period at shopify.com/famous See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.