Complex, Like Wine

This week I have Tyler back on the podcast sharing more about Women Making Waves, women empowerment, being a mother, power of saying no, and learning how to show up for yourself. Follow Tyler and Women Making Waves on IG @thetylerskinner https://www.instagram.com/thetylerskinner/ @women.making.waves https://www.instagram.com/women.making.waves/ https://www.women-making-waves.com/ Music by J.M. Qui...

I was able to chat with this beautiful soul and hear some insight on her journey with spirituality, discovering life epiphanies in therapy, ways we can honor ourselves and menopause. Follow Kolleen on Instagram @kolleenharrison_ https://www.instagram.com/kolleenharrison_/ To learn more about SLO Wine and Beer Co https://www.sanluisobispowineandbeercompany.com/ Music by J.M. Quintana Cámara Where t...

We have a special guest this week! Candice is an amazing chef in San Luis Obispo who has been featured on Chopped. We go over her career switch to culinary, her milestones and accomplishments, the balance between her career and being a newer mother, and insights on mom hate culture. You can book a culinary experience with her by visiting her websites! https://chefcandice.com/ https://www.clubsupsu...

Part 2 of my conversation with Nick! We reflect on our intentions for the rest of our year, the imposter syndromes we may face when putting out content, getting stuck with comparing ourselves with others, and finding our intrinsic motivation to fuel ourselves! Link to Nick's Notes: https://nickgockel.substack.com/ Follow him on IG @nickgockel https://www.instagram.com/nickgockel/ Check out the...

Nick returns for another episode where we talk all about the games of life, navigating the different life elements in our 20's, power of letting go and make room for new opportunities, our personal projects and comparison traps! Link to Nick's Notes: https://nickgockel.substack.com/ Follow him on IG @nickgockel https://www.instagram.com/nickgockel/ Second half of this conversation will be...

This week, Jasmine shares her journey and the importance of healing unresolved traumas from childhood. She discusses her experience with therapy and therapist breakups along with the passing of both her parents. Follow her YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@jasminepratt1046 Follow her on IG @_jasmineeexx https://instagram.com/_jasmineeexx Music by J.M. Quintana Cámara Where to find episodes on...

This is the episode all about boudoir photography! Mariah and her husband Patrick own Bare Heart Boudoir, a photography business set to empower you and let your inner sexy shine! Mariah shares hers and her client's experience with boudoir, how it boosted their confidence, and allowed them to tap into their self-love journey! She also shares insights on how you can embark on that journey as wel...

Souzy and I met earlier this year on Bumble BFF, and it has been one of the best things to happen for us! This episode we thought we would play We're Not Really Strangers Friendship Edition. We ask each other introspective questions and reflect on our growth and where we are headed! Music by J.M. Quintana Cámara Where to find episodes on all other platforms! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/...

Welcome back to season 2 of the podcast! Yes, the pod has a new look, sound, and now includes the video portion for Spotify! I am so happy to finally be back and bringing you episodes. This first episode back, Isaiah and I discuss our breakups, the transition into self-discovery, and how psychedelics changed Isaiah's life. Isaiah and I met seven years ago during film school and it is great to...

This week Hannah from Project XO shares her experience with starting her own company, things she wished she knew before, ways to get started and find aid, and the importance of learning how to adapt. I had so much fun speaking with her and visiting Paso!   Find Hannah on instagram @projectxo and on tiktok @datenightplanner  Connect with me on instagram @zarmenda and tiktok @complexlikewine   Thank...

So excited to have a Latina winemaker on the podcast! Learn more about Nancy's story becoming a winemaker, her being a chingona and the importance of going with the flow and placing your needs and health first. Go check out her website and instagram to learn more about winemaking and her delicious and wonderfully made wine!  Connect with  us on instagram @oenophile.babe / @ulloacellars and @zarmen...

This is the first episode of four that I was able to do with some incredible people up in Paso Robles, California. We talk about what to do when you have lost your light, jomo (joy of missing out), and how scheduling yourself a pity party can actually be healthy. These two women share so much wisdom and beautiful energy.  Tyler is the owner of her two companies @connected_communitiesllc and @women...

Trigger Warning: We discuss about suicide and death  Miriam and I share our experiences of dealing with depression but not taking anti-depressants and learning how to manage our mental health through self-care habits and asking for help. She shares her experience with dealing with loss and the mental health that follows.    Connect with us on instagram @zarmenda  and @mimirodri To listen to this e...

Trigger Warning: We discuss about suicidal thoughts I really had a great time chatting with Sarah, she shares her experience with PPD and how she got help. I share part of my depression history and family trauma with Sarah discussing more on parenting and struggles with self-esteem.   Connect with Sarah and I on instagram @stubbornsarah an @zarmenda   To listen to this episode on other platforms:...

So good to have my friend back on to chat! We go into learning how to set boundaries from trauma, knowing your self-worth and not settling, ayahuasca healing and ending relationships that are no longer healthy for you.   Connect with me on instagram @zarmenda   Listen to this episode on other platforms: https://anchor.fm/complexlikewine  This week's wine!: https://www.vivino.com/US/en/boccafosca-m...

My brother and I decided it would be fun to play the game for you guys. Enjoy getting to know us a little better. Sorry there's no video clip this week, had some technical difficulties.    Connect with me on instagram @zarmenda   Book Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Defining-Decade-Your-Twenties-Matter/dp/1538754231/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=books+for+20+year+olds&qid=1633068756&sr=8-5   This...

Nadine and I discuss dealing with burn out as creators, not allowing ourselves to be in the present moment with our projects and learning how to give ourselves grace and treat ourselves better.  Connect with us on instagram @zarmenda and @radiascreations  Check out Nadine's website Queens of Ra!: https://queensofra.com/  Book's Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Yourself-cking-Lilies-Rituals/dp...

Ian and I talk about the what it's like being married, being newly single and not settling. We discuss therapy, finding balance between work and life, and being grounded within yourself and not caring what others think. Book Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Untethered-Soul-Journey-Beyond-Yourself/dp/1572245379/ref=sr_1_1?crid=21X2HLX1D5ELE&dchild=1&keywords=the+untethered+soul+by+michael+singer&q...

Thank you Bianca for your presence and positivity! She shares her experience with going through big transitions in life, the stressors of door closing but new ones opening, being present in the moment, and trusting your intuition!    Get connected with me on instagram @zarmenda Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sxCUWDhWj-A This week's wine!: https://www.wine.com/product/bodegas-volve...

From two people who have been diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, we share our journey with anxiety, the changes we have noticed, our fears, how therapy helped, and knowing your triggers. With any mental health illness or issue, its important to remember you are not alone. There are communities out there that will understand your journey.   Connect with me on instagram  @zarmenda   Book M...

We all deal with stress on some level. It took me a long time to figure out how to recognize my anxiety and learn how to be more mindful of it. Michelangelo shares his discovery with mindfulness and the tools he has learned. We share some of our self-care rituals, favorite self-help books, ways of meditating and learning how to connect to yourself and what makes you grounded.  Connect with us on i...

Whether you are a creator, entrepreneur or anything else, it can be hard sometimes to not feel discouraged and stuck. David shares his journey with changing career paths multiple times, encountering integrity and lack there of, the importance of supporting other artists and finally connecting to doing what you love.    Book Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Give-and-Take-Adam-M-Grant-PhD-audiobook...

Dealing with health issues, allergies, and disorders can be a very long journey. Daniel shares his story of recently going through health issues, finding out his diagnosis, and the ways he has been able to find support and adjust to his new life style.    Allergy Free Cookbook Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Allergy-Free-Easy-Cooking-30-Minute-Shellfish/dp/1607742918/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords...

My beautiful friend Kaylee opens up to us about spirituality, her journey, childhood traumas, and learning Reiki and inner child work. Her and I met at the wonderful Electric Forest festival in Michigan. It's been a pleasing to still stay in contact with her. This episode is really great if you would like to learn more about energy work, spirituality, and finding your soul purpose.  Reach out to u...

Huge thank you to Mel for spending some time and educating us on the homeless crisis in LA, misconceptions on homeless people, the exterior impacts that can cause homelessness and the importance of humanizing people.   Mel on the Kelly Clarkson show: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=216635276836606   The Shower of Hope Links: https://theshowerofhope.org  https://www.facebook.com/theshowerofhope  ...