Genesis Sais Quoi

Today, I am joined by a woman who is the ultimate proof that it is never too late to rewrite your story, pivot with purpose, and build a life completely on your own terms. Gina Walker is a powerhouse business consultant, tech strategist, and the mastermind behind Gina L. Walker Consulting and the beloved Gritty Farm Girl. Gina’s journey is anything but traditional. She spent years mastering the co...

Our guest today is a true visionary who has completely transformed the landscape of Houston’s nightlife and performing arts. As an award-winning burlesque performer, Abby has spent years captivating audiences with her unmatched wit, glamour, and creative genius. As the driving force, producer, and magnetic host behind The Short & Sweet Speakeasy, The Hush-Hush Cabaret, Top Shelf Tease, and Tea...

Welcome back, everyone! Today, I am absolutely thrilled to introduce a guest who is doing something truly beautiful for our community and our spirits. We are spending time with the incredible Nicole Bride, the heart and soul behind A Little Dirt Can’t Hurt, right here in Richmond, Texas. Nicole is one of those rare people who can look at a patch of earth and instantly see its potential, but her re...

Today, I am absolutely thrilled to sit down with a literal Houston powerhouse who is redefining what it means to build community from the ground up. She is a University of Houston English Lecturer, a creative designer, a mutual aid organizer, and honestly, someone who must have figured out a way to squeeze 48 hours into a single day. She is the owner and creative visionary of Create Action TX , sp...

Welcome back to Genesis sais quoi! On this podcast, we talk a lot about that “day one” that moment when you make the decision, to chase a dream, make a change, or just start living as your most authentic self. Today we are capturing lightning in a bottle. We are talking to an entrepreneur who is living the chaotic, thrilling, and beautiful Day One of starting a business. Usually, people wait until...

Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are diving deep into the intersection of science and soul with a guest who truly embodies the ‘je ne sais quoi’ of healing. Cela Patras, is the visionary founder of Melody Turned Therapy LLC. Cela isn’t just a musician; she is a profound force for healing, holding a Master’s from Vanderbilt University and an incredible triple-major from SMU in Music The...

Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s episode is an absolute honor to host because I am sitting down with a woman who is a true architect of hope in our community. Dana Williams is the President of Fort Bend Mental Health, but she is so much more than a title. She is a visionary leader who has turned the absolute unthinkable into an unstoppable movement for healing. Dana’s life is a mastercla...

Today, I am honored to introduce the incredibly talented Desirae Maldonado, a true powerhouse in the beauty industry and the brilliant mind behind Desirae Hair in historic downtown Richmond. With nearly 20 years of experience, Desirae has earned a reputation not just as a master of her craft, but as a genuine soul who leads with kindness, intentionality, and a heart for service. She is a brave ent...

We live in a world that measures our worth by how much we can produce, how fast we can move, and how ‘connected’ we stay. But tucked away in Sawyer Yards is a woman who has had the remarkable courage to build a space that asks us to do the exact opposite. Adrienne Binder is the visionary heart and hands behind Restoration Studio. Anyone who has followed her journey knows she possesses a rare, intu...

Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. Today, we’re joined by someone who views the human body not as a project to be perfected, but as a masterpiece to be honored in every stage. Meg Oswalt is a Registered Yoga Teacher and a cornerstone of the instructor teams across multiple studios. As a mother and a special...

You are not a finished product. You are a masterpiece in progress. In this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re dismantling the myth of failure, and embracing the beauty of “becoming”. As Buddha said “What you think, you become. What you fee, you attract. What you imagine you create.” Stop apologizing for being a work in progress and start creating the reality you deserve.

Is your happiness held hostage by your ‘to-do’ list?  On this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about Attachment to Outcomes. We often think we’re being ‘ambitious,’ but really, we’re just terrified of what happens if things don’t go exactly as planned. Let’s discuss how to put in 100% effort while letting go of the need to control the result.  It’s time to breathe again.

Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the home of the bold, the resilient, and the unapologetic. Today, we are sitting down with a woman who proves that “limitless” isn’t just a buzzword-it’s alifestyle. She’s a Navy Veteran and an Electrical Engineer who spent years mastering themechanics of discipline. But had another “Genesis” moment in the realization that womendeserve gear as high-performing as...

What if I told you your chaos isn’t a flaw, but your power? In this episode of Genesis sais Quoi, we’re diving into the “Beautiful Mess Theory” – why being raw, vulnerable, and unapologetically ourselves is the ultimate form of courage. Stop holding back. It’s time to show up authentically.

Intro Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we celebrate the bold, the resilient, and the magic of storytelling. Today, we’re joined by a woman who is rewriting the script on what it means to be a leader. Jessica FitzPatrick is a Houston-based powerhouse, an award-winning Library Journal Mover & Shaker, and the author of “Growing Teen Engagement.” But beyond the accolades, Jessica...

Welcome back to the show! Today, we are joined by someone who has mastered the literal and metaphorical ‘long game.’ She is a marathoner who didn’t just finish the race she crushed her own limits by shaving a massive 24 minutes off her marathon time. She is the powerhouse founder behind ‘Amy’s Balancing Act,’ where she’s helping women everywhere reclaim their strength, their confidence, and their...

Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a ‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. T...

In this mini-episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re moving beyond the junk drawer and tackling the mental clutter. We’re scrubbing away the “should-haves,” tossing out old regrets, and making actual floor space for joy and peace to move in. YOU DESERVE THAT!

Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. To...

I’d like to formally announce that my 24/7 Customer Service Desk is officially closed for renovations.  For a long time, my “Sais Quoi” was just… whatever you wanted it to be. I was a world-class Olympian in the sport of Over-Extending Myself, and my gold medal was a massive pile of secret resentment.  On this week’s episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about the messy, awkward middle groun...

In life, we often wait for someone else to build the thing we need. But today’s guest on Genesis Sais Quoi decided that if she couldn’t find the perfect vegan macaron in the city of Houston, she would simply have to invent it herself. Her story didn’t start with a perfect recipe; it started with a kitchen full of first attempts and the daunting challenge of mastering a high-maintenance art form. Y...

When we hide behind the two words, “I’m fine” when we’re not, we deny ourselves the right to be seen and supported. You don’t owe the world a “fine” version of yourself, you owe yourself the truth. ️ Dive deeper with us on Genesis Sais Quoi. ✨

You know, we talk a lot on this podcast about the moment you decide to stop ‘sitting on the fence’ and finally choose the life you actually want to live. Today’s guest is the living embodiment of that choice. Karen Enamorado is the co-owner and heart behind No Limits Fitness.  a veteran-operated, Latinx-owned powerhouse that is redefining what a ‘gym’ can be. But Karen’s story isn’t just about set...

Today’s guest is not only a full-time mama to three, working hard to homeschool, and create a beautiful life for those closest to her, but someone who uses her free time to walk into the highest stakes, and most vulnerable moments of a family’s life, sharing the one thing everyone is searching for: Peace. She isn’t just a homeschool teacher, or mother- She’s a doula; she is a guardian of the sacre...

We all know that true change requires more than just words, it requires action, advocacy, and a relentless drive to break down barriers. Today, I am honored to be joined by Carly Durham, a fierce advocate for disability rights, a nurse practitioner, and a parent dedicated to bridging the gaps in healthcare access and policy. In this episode, we’re unpacking what it takes to build a truly inclusive...