Ellie Mariyo - Episode 11 | Navigating Podcast

Navigating with Anita Casalina

In this episode of Navigating Podcast, Anita Casalina sits down with Ellie Mariyo to discuss social media resilience, body image, plus size fashion, diet culture, and celebrity influence. Whether you’re navigating trolls online, seeking fashion resources, or learning to accept your body, this conversation is packed with practical insights and empowering advice.
💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:
- How to handle cyberbullying and online negativity effectively.
- Tools to embrace your unique body and cultivate body neutrality.
- Discover the Plus-Size Brand Bible, your ultimate guide to inclusive fashion.
- Understand the impact of diet culture and celebrity marketing on self-image.
- Tips for empowering all women, no matter their size or shape.

Buy Ellie's "Plus Sized Brand Bible" here: https://stan.store/elliemariyo/p/the-plus-size-brand-bible

0:00 – Meet Ellie Mario: Body Positive Influencer
1:42 – Mississippi Roots & Growing Up
2:26 – College & Life Abroad: Spain & Switzerland
4:20 – Early Career: Immigration Law & Global Impact
8:05 – Working with Women-Owned Businesses Worldwide
13:20 – Starting Her Business: Tech Accelerator & Date Night App
17:43 – Marriage, Life Lessons & Personal Growth
20:01 – Accelerator Mentorship: Business Skills Unlocked
24:46 – Social Media: Power, Pitfalls & Influence
29:40 – Pivot to Influencer: From Corporate to Social Media
32:02 – Finding Freedom in Social Media
34:15 – Body Neutrality & Owning Yourself
41:01 – Good vs. Great: Choosing Authenticity
44:15 – The Courage to Take Up Space
54:55 – Life Lessons from Family & Relationships
1:06:32 – The Plus-Size Brand Bible
1:10:23 – Diet Culture & Celebrity Influence like Serena Williams
1:18:59 – Advocating Body Neutrality & Representation