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Meet Your Host: Amy Stone

Hey, it’s me, Amy

I’m the creator of The Art of Imperfect Adulting. So you’re actually curious about my backstory? Go figure.

When I was knee-high to a grasshopper, my dad let me use his camera—a Nikon F, for anybody curious about that particular relic. In middle school I took “radio” as a class because back in the 1980s my school actually had an FM radio station. I studied mass communications at a big midwestern college (RCJH …iykyk) that awarded me a bachelor of SCIENCE degree in Mass Communication. I know… science… it makes no sense to me either.

That diploma is stuffed in a box somewhere. As a bright eyed coed, I had dreams of working for a newspaper or magazine, but I graduated in perfect synchronistic timing with the collapse of the print journalism industry. So what’s a kid to do? I mean the obvious answer is move to Miami… claro.

I got a job with a startup tech company writing copy, arranging trade shows, and eventually leading a call center. Then I hit pause on the corporate world for 21 years because—thanks for asking, Frank—I’m a woman who made some humans and simply could not figure out how to work 8 to 8 and do the mom thing.

Here’s what I discovered: no matter where I go, I’ll take pictures, have conversations, write words, and speak into microphones. So while my primary gig was the mom thing, I always had something else going. I now say that if you dropped me on a desert island and came back in a week, I will have interviewed all the coconut trees, taken their portraits, and begun creating a daily newsletter to keep the local fauna up to date.

Apparently… this is what I do.

In 2025 I launched The Art of Imperfect Adulting. It’s nice to meet you. Let’s be friends.

🎧 Who Are The People Who Press Play?

The Imperfect Adulting audience is made up of thoughtful, curious adults—mostly women in their late 20s to early 40s—who are navigating the challenges of modern life. They are juggling careers, caregiving, relationships, identity shifts, and the mental load of trying to “get it right” without a rulebook. Listeners span all kinds of family structures—parents, stepparents, childless adults, caregivers—but the focus is always on the universal human experience, not the labels we carry. 

This is a space for anyone who’s ever wondered if they’re the only adult still figuring it out. These are people who’ve invested in themselves—therapy, coaching, self-help books, other podcasts—but still crave something more authentic. They come here for honest stories, practical tools, and the relief of hearing someone say out loud the things they’ve only thought in private

And yes—they keep coming back for Amy’s approach: no sugarcoating, plenty of humor, and the rare combination of honesty and hope that makes hard conversations feel manageable. This isn’t a show about having it all figured out. It’s a place to feel less alone, laugh at the chaos, and find a way forward—one imperfect step at a time.

Be Part of the Show

We love featuring real-life stories from people who are navigating the beautiful, messy, and transformational parts of adulthood.

Our ideal guests are everyday adults who’ve walked through something hard or meaningful. Examples might be: a career change, a health crisis, a big move, burnout, a shift in identity, or any season of life that required them to pause, reassess, and begin again. You don’t need to be a polished speaker, published author or an expert. What matters most is that you’re open, reflective, and willing to share your story honestly.

The conversations that resonate most with our listeners are ones that explore the inner journey—what changed, how you coped, and what you learned. We especially love guests who bring a tool, perspective, or resource that our community can use to navigate their own lives with more courage and clarity.

If you’re someone who’s come through a difficult season with a little more wisdom—and you’re willing to talk about the messy middle, not just the highlight reel—you might be a great fit for the show.

🎧 A few real guest examples:

• Jane Epstein, who shared her deeply personal story of sibling sexual abuse and her healing journey into advocacy and helping others reclaim their voice.

Nathanial Ramsey, who transitioned from a classical violinist in a symphony to training as a pilot, and spoke vulnerably about grief, purpose, and reinvention.

If you’re reading this and thinking, “My story isn’t big enough”—trust us, it is. This show is about real people navigating real life.

Do you have a story worth sharing? We’re actively seeking guests who can contribute valuable perspectives to our growing community.

So…you think you wanna make your own show?

A few times a week somebody asks me (Amy …the host) how I started by show. I’m happy to share what I think I know and what I did. I put the top questions I get into one document and you can find it here.

In the first 15 months of the show I received 2000 pitches to be a guest. Processing those without overwhelm required an organized system. If you’re curious to learn how I do that I put together a training here.

I’m considering hosting a online social gathering for women creators. If you think that’s a good idea and you would like an invitation click here.

Here are some Indie Creator Groups that the host Amy is a part of …in case you happen to be curious.