Flying Upstream Podcast

In this inspiring episode of Flying Upstream , we sit down with a remarkable young author who started writing at just 12 years old — proving that creativity knows no age limit. 🌱 We dive deep into what it really takes to write, publish, and share your voice in today’s digital age. From overcoming bullying and self-doubt to building a supportive writing community online, this conversation is fille...

In this episode of Flying Upstream , we sit down with Taryn Voget , founder of the Everyday Genius Institute , to explore what it really means to step into your genius. Taryn shares her remarkable journey from the structured world of corporate strategy to a life guided by intuition, creativity, and spiritual flow . She reveals how genius isn’t just for the few — it’s a frequency available to anyon...

In this inspiring episode of Flying Upstream , host, Luisa Anderson, sits down with Maxwell Ivey, also known as The Blind Blogger , to explore his extraordinary journey from running a carnival to becoming a leading advocate for accessibility and inclusion. Maxwell shares firsthand lessons on resilience, adaptability, and interdependence , illustrating how challenges can become opportunities for gr...

Resilience, recovery, and acceptance after a brain hemorrhage — in this episode of Flying Upstream , Dan shares his inspiring journey of healing and personal growth. After surviving a life-altering brain hemorrhage, Dan discovered that fulfillment comes not from external success, but from mindset, relationships, and intentional daily rituals. He reveals how acceptance fueled his recovery, why resi...

What happens when faith, loss, and healing intersect? In this episode of Flying Upstream , Gina Economopoulos shares her remarkable journey from life in a Catholic convent to becoming a sober woman of faith and an end of life doula . Raised in a large Italian Greek family, Gina reflects on the sense of belonging she found in the convent—and the emotional abuse that ultimately led to her departure....

In this episode of Flying Upstream , Zane Griggs opens up about his decades-long journey in health and fitness. Influenced by a family history of heart disease, Zane has spent years experimenting with dietary strategies, metabolic health approaches, and fitness routines to discover what truly works for his body. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity, authenticity, and continuous adaptation — r...

What happens when life takes an unexpected turn? In this episode of Flying Upstream , Andrew Davie shares his powerful journey of recovery after a life-altering brain aneurysm . Andrew reflects on how his definition of success, identity, and purpose shifted during his healing process. He found unexpected fulfillment in caregiving for his mother , discovered the importance of community support , an...

What does it really mean to be successful? In this episode of Flying Upstream , Kevin Palmieri shares his journey from chasing external achievements to discovering the deeper meaning of fulfillment and purpose . Kevin opens up about the pressures of masculinity, struggles with self-worth, and the healing power of vulnerability . He also reflects on how podcasting became a transformative outlet—hel...

What happens when you decide it’s never too late to start over? In this inspiring episode of Flying Upstream , host Luisa Anderson sit down with Teri Brown , who shares her powerful story of reclaiming her voice after years of emotional abuse and personal struggle. Teri takes us inside her cross-country tandem bicycle adventure , a journey that pushed her past fear, doubt, and limitations—and ulti...

In this powerful episode of Flying Upstream , Peter John Mather shares the raw truth behind what it’s really like to win the lottery—and how sudden wealth can spiral into addiction, isolation, and rock bottom. Peter opens up about the surreal experience of becoming a millionaire at a young age, the dark realities of drug and alcohol dependency that followed, and the pivotal moments that helped him...

In this powerful episode of Flying Upstream , Sarah Im shares her unforgettable journey of survival during the Khmer Rouge genocide in Cambodia. Enduring four years of captivity in brutal labor camps, Sarah recounts how illness, despair, and constant fear tested her will to live. Through prayer, unwavering faith, and small moments of kindness, she found the courage to escape and rebuild her life....

What if the key to your healing was hidden in your own voice? In this soul-stirring episode of Flying Upstream , I’m joined again by Jessa Davidson—The Music Prophetess —who channels transformative songs that help people break cycles, release stuck patterns, and reclaim their authentic voice. Together, we explore: 🎶 How music becomes a tool for deep healing and empowerment 🎶 Why your own voice i...

In this powerful episode of Flying Upstream , we sit down with Andrew-Ryan Profaci —cult survivor, author, and speaker—whose story has been featured on HBO Vice and Dateline NBC . Once known inside the infamous Love Has Won cult as Father God , Andrew’s life took a dramatic turn after a near-fatal car accident that sparked a profound spiritual awakening. Andrew opens up about his struggles with ad...

In this powerful episode of Flying Upstream , host Kristyn Medeiros sits down with Meagan Crowe , a recovery guide and breathwork facilitator, to explore her remarkable journey of healing and transformation. Meagan opens up about the challenges of sobriety , living with undiagnosed ADHD , and navigating the shame and emotional pain that fueled her struggles with alcohol. She shares how the loss of...

In this inspiring episode of Flying Upstream , host Kristyn Medeiros sits down with Nikki Lyn , an intuitive business and identity coach, to explore the transformative power of intuitive writing, spiritual awakening, and entrepreneurship. Nikki shares her journey of leaving the corporate world after an unexpected ankle surgery led her back to her passion for writing. Through this rediscovery, she...

What happens when life forces you to reinvent yourself? In this episode of Flying Upstream , host Luisa Andersen sits down with Lisa Nicholson , a breast cancer survivor, acupuncturist, and athlete, to explore how alternative paths can reshape the way we heal. Lisa shares her powerful journey from corporate burnout to navigating breast cancer, and how practices like acupuncture, journaling, and at...

In this episode of Flying Upstream , host Luisa Anderson sits down with Donna Moore , a creative spirit whose lupus diagnosis at age 29 became the catalyst for an extraordinary journey of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment . Instead of accepting her illness as a lifelong sentence, Donna chose to embrace spiritual practices, creativity, and joy as her medicine. Through conscious living, self-...

In this moving episode of Flying Upstream , host Kristyn Medeiros sits down with Sanar Alixandyr —empowerment coach, author, and creative visionary—to unpack her extraordinary journey of healing from deep trauma . From a desperate cry for help at a stoplight to surviving near-death experiences , Sanar shares how motherhood , energy healing , and creative expression became the pillars of her transf...

In this inspiring episode of Flying Upstream , host Kristyn Medeiros sits down with Jonathan Rosen, a seasoned multi-published author and podcaster, to explore the raw realities of the writing life — from facing rejection to finding humor and healing through storytelling. Whether you’re an aspiring author or simply passionate about creativity, Jonathan’s story offers a powerful blueprint for perse...

In this powerful episode of Flying Upstream , host Luisa Anderson sits down with Yvonne Caputo —a former teacher turned psychotherapist, corporate leader, and author of two deeply moving books about her father. Together, they explore transformation, healing, storytelling, trauma, relationships, family, and legacy with raw honesty and compassion. Yvonne shares how her life’s winding path—from the c...

Ever felt like you were living life on autopilot? In this episode of Flying Upstream , host Kristyn Medeiros sits down with Bianca Lynch , a bold woman who traded in her 9-to-5 for a passport and a backpack. Bianca shares her transformational journey from corporate burnout to global freedom , breaking down what it really takes to become a digital nomad and build a life around freedom, travel, and...

In this soul-stirring episode of Flying Upstream , host Luisa Anderson sits down with transformational coach and entrepreneur Holly Porter to unpack how a near-death experience during COVID-19 led to an extraordinary spiritual awakening and a completely reimagined life. Holly shares raw, vulnerable moments from her time in the hospital, and the divine insights that followed—including how breath, l...

In this powerful episode of Flying Upstream , host Luisa Anderson sits down with deaf coach, bestselling author, and fierce advocate Kellina Powell —a woman on a mission to change the way we see disability, identity, and resilience. At just four years old, Kellina lost her hearing due to an infection. Since then, she’s navigated a world not built for people like her—with grit, grace, and a deep co...

In this soulful episode of Flying Upstream , host Kristyn Medeiros sits down with creative alchemist Kristi Casey , whose life and work prove that creativity is not a luxury—it’s a lifeline. Kristi shares how embracing artistic expression led her through personal transformation, emotional healing, and profound self-discovery. Together, they explore the power of creative alchemy —the process of tur...

In this episode of Flying Upstream, host Kristyn Medeiros engages in a profound conversation with David Ask, an entrepreneur and coach who emphasizes the importance of identity over external success. David shares his journey from a competitive upbringing to discovering his authentic self, advocating for the idea that true transformation begins with understanding who you are rather than why you do...