Vigorously with Val Kleinhans

Kendra Erika, an acclaimed singer, songwriter, and actress, has cemented her place as a powerhouse in the music industry. With five Billboard Top Ten dance hits, Kendra hit the pinnacle of success in 2019 when her single “Self-Control” topped the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.  Her next stop on her artistic journey takes us to License to Thrill, a James Bond themed project that celebrates the American songbook in the most delici...

In this episode of Vigorously with Val Kleinhans, Val sits down with Tom and Collin from the Influencers of Metal podcast for a deep dive into the brotherhood that built their show and the brotherhood fuels the metal scene. The trio unpacks how metal shapes identity, builds community, and process life’s heavier moments. 

They also share some takes on the biggest stories in heavy metal in 2025... so far. The passing of Ozzy Osbourne,...

The Charlie Kirk of it all has created a national firestorm in the United States, and Val is having none of it. 

Americans are hurting, and it's well past time we do a deep dive into why in the hopes that another assassination or mass shooting doesn't happen. 

Val pleads for empathy in the middle of a period where alienation is encouraged, while praying for thoughtful, mindful, and respectful engagement online and IRL. Be a...

In this episode of Vigorously with Val Kleinhans, Val sits down with bassist Kelsey Kempainen to dive deep into the rhythm behind the music and the mindset of a true groove master. They talk about what drew Kelsey to the bass, the unique challenges of holding down the low end, and how life offstage influences the music onstage. From navigating creative collaborations to balancing passion with everyday life, this conversation is all...

Two decades of rock, reinvention, and raw honesty—Nixon of Framing Hanley joins Val to reflect on the band’s 20-year journey from breakout hits to enduring resilience. They dig into the highs, the hard lessons, and what keeps the fire burning after all these years. Plus, Nixon gives us the inside scoop on their latest single, "POOR lil ME," and what fans can expect next. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to stay relev...

On this episode of Vigorously with Val Kleinhans, we’re diving deep into the power of feminine energy—what it really is, why it matters, and how to unapologetically tap into it in your daily life. Val breaks down practical ways to embrace softness without losing strength, and explores how balancing feminine and masculine energies can change everything from relationships to self-confidence. 

Plus, we can’t ignore the cultural moment ...

We needed our Britney hoodie this week to channel survivor vibes.

This week, Val takes you inside her unforgettable night seeing heavy metal icons  Pantera live in Minneapolis — the energy, the chaos, the debate over whether the whole thing is a cash grab, and the pure metal magic. She also shares a once-in-a-lifetime moment where she got to ask Good Morning America’s Robin Roberts a burning question. 

But the conversation doesn’t st...

Thinking about buying your first home? Overwhelmed by the paperwork, down payments, and decisions? You’re not alone—and this week, Val is here to break it all down. This is literally the reason she's been absent lately. 

In this candid and energetic episode of Vigorously, Val shares her real-life experience of purchasing her first home—the highs, the lows, the unexpected expenses, and the lessons she really wished someone had t...