Fly Free Bird Podcast

What if the biggest cage you're trying to escape isn't around you—but within your own mind? In this episode of Fly Free Bird Podcast, Alex and I discuss one of the most influential mindset books we've read, The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Dr. Joseph Murphy. Together, we explore how our thoughts, beliefs, and repeated patterns may quietly shape our reality—and how becoming aware...

What if the freedom you've been searching for is just one breath away? In this episode of Fly Free Bird, Katie sits down with energy healer, Qi Gong teacher, and intuitive guide Godfrey to explore the connection between breath, healing, self-love, and freedom. Drawing from more than 40 years of experience, Godfrey shares practical tools to help release emotional baggage, quiet the mind, reconn...

From Pittsburgh grit to California dreams. In this special episode of Fly Free Bird, Katie sits down with her dad, Rick Dorish, for an unfiltered conversation about football, liquor sales, poker, family, friendship, aging, and a lifetime of stories. Recorded back in November and released on the final day of Rick being 78 before turning 79, this episode captures him exactly as he is: hardworking, o...

What happens when you finally pause long enough to feel what’s really going on inside? In this powerful and heart-opening episode, Katie talks with Stacey—a spiritual mentor, energy worker, and mindset coach, and the founder of Sol Wellness. Together, they explore what it means to come back home to your body, your breath, and your knowing—especially after years of ignoring your truth to meet outsi...

An inspiring conversation about finding your voice, owning your path, and staying grounded through 27 years of live music. What do you get when you mix 27 years of live gigs, a heart full of soul, and the voice of a rock goddess? You get Anesha Rose , aka Music Mama —a beloved Southern California musician known for her electric stage presence and emotionally charged covers of artists like Stevie N...

What happens when you finally stop living for others and start listening to your own intuition? In this powerful and heartwarming episode, Katie sits down with her dear friend Christine to talk about breaking free from unhealthy relationships, navigating life after divorce, rediscovering joy, and aging with confidence and clarity. Christine shares her deeply personal story—from walking away from a...

In this heartfelt episode of Fly Free Bird , I sit down with my beautiful friend Meghan, who shares her powerful journey of breaking free — personally and professionally. From traveling as a physical therapist, navigating toxic work environments, to bravely starting her own thriving business, Meghan’s story is filled with resilience, faith, and courage. We dive into: Finding the courage to leave t...

In this heartfelt Easter special, I sit down with one of the most important women in my life—my 93-year-old “aunt/grandma,” Iris, affectionately known as Moogie or Moog. Born to Armenian immigrants who fled the genocide, she shares a powerful story of resilience, independence, and unwavering faith in God. From growing up in Hungry Hollow , a tight-knit immigrant community in Illinois, to breaking...

Welcome back to the Fly Free Bird Podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by Rebeca, one of my cherished yoga instructors, to discuss how yoga can be a powerful tool for breaking free from physical, emotional, and spiritual constraints. Rebeca shares her journey from skepticism to embracing yoga's transformative potential after a pivotal class at Core Power Yoga. We explore how yoga studios act as co...

Join us as Leo shares his incredible journey from being a bartender to becoming an artist and podcaster. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of creativity and personal evolution. Leo discusses his early influences, the profound impact of significant life events, and how he found his passion in art after a life-altering breakup. Discover how embracing change, nurturing your inner c...

In this episode, I sit down with Ryan, an old friend and a true embodiment of what it means to break free. Our spontaneous reunion by Newport Back Bay sets the stage for an inspiring conversation about taking leaps, embracing changes, and pursuing happiness across continents. Ryan shares his journey from running businesses in Southern California to his radical decision to move to Medellín, Colombi...

In this special New Year’s Eve episode of Fly Free Bird, I sit down with Alex to reflect on the past year—our biggest lessons, what we’ve let go of, and what we’re looking forward to in 2025. We dive into the art of embracing change, the beauty of starting fresh, and the freedom that comes with releasing what no longer fits. We also open up about navigating loss and grief—how it shapes us, what it...

In this pilot episode of Fly Free Bird Podcast, host Katie shares the deeply personal story behind launching the show. She opens up about leaving behind Corporate America, navigating the grief of losing her beloved dog, and embarking on a six-month soul-searching journey through South America. Joined by guest co-host Alex, Katie discusses the concept of "the open cage"—how many of us live constrai...