The Real A$$ Word
A juicy little podcast for conscious living in a toxic world. Hosted by Ali, founder of The Cheeky Clean, a wellness brand championing intentional living, RAW dives into the meaningful journey of detoxing your mind, body and spirit.
Resources & Show Notes

The Best Rx is Advocating for Yourself
In this episode, Alison Thacker (Hite), founder of The Cheeky Clean, discusses the importance of becoming your own health advocate, sharing her personal journey with health and family experiences. She explores the strengths and weaknesses of both Western and Eastern medicine, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to health. Alison provides insights into practical health practices, resources, and the significance of physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being in achieving overall health.

Low-Tox, High Power: Reclaiming Your Right to Choose Better
In this episode, Ali Thacker (Hite) - founder of The Cheeky Clean, discusses the importance of empowering conscious consumption and taking back personal power in a world filled with influences. She emphasizes the need for awareness regarding the products we use and the choices we make, advocating for informed decisions that promote health and well-being. She dives into why becoming “uninfluenced” is key in this current environment of marketing and reviews the core staples to swap for low tox options that will yield powerful changes in reducing your daily load of exposed toxins. The conversation highlights the collective responsibility to create a healthier community and the impact of individual choices on broader societal issues.

The Real BTS of Wellness
In this episode, Ali, founder of The Cheeky Clean, shares her personal journey of healing and self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, letting go, and trusting one's intuition. She discusses the challenges of navigating the wellness industry, the significance of prayer and connection, and the power of self-reflection in understanding one's intentions. Through her experiences, she highlights the necessity of creating space for personal growth and the hard work involved in finding inner peace – to help others navigate the unknown waters of coming home to the heart’s true journey.

The Beauty of Conscious Consuming
In this episode, Ali (founder of the Cheeky Clean) and her guest Jen Rudolph (owner of Studio Muse and Proper Roots Salon) explore the intersection of wellness, beauty, and mental health. They discuss the emotional impact of the beauty industry, the importance of conscious service providers, and the need for community and support within the profession. The conversation delves into mental health challenges faced by beauty professionals, the significance of energy exchange in beauty services, and the connection between internal health and external beauty. They also touch on the role of 12-step programs, the importance of lifestyle choices, and the impact of nutrition on hair and beauty. The episode concludes with a discussion on sustainable beauty practices and the importance of conscious consumerism.

Detox for the Heart
In this enlightening conversation, Ali - Founder of The Cheeky Clean wellness brand, explores the profound connection between mindset, health, and personal transformation. She discusses the impact of seasonal changes on our emotional well-being, the importance of community support in self-discovery, and the transformative resources available to live lighter. Alison emphasizes the need for holistic approaches that integrate body, mind, and soul, and encourages listeners to make conscious choices that align with their true selves. Through her personal journey, she shares insights on overcoming grief, embracing change, and the power of community in healing.