The Authentic Creative: expanding our capacity to feel good

In this episode of The Authentic Creative, I dialogue with Shannon Kim: founder of Self Love Tea, Intuitive Hypnotherapist, Certified Herbalist, and Energy Guide. Shannon shares intimately and vulnerably about her journey of self-love, including the deep healing of her relationship with her adopted father. Through subconscious healing, herbal wisdom, and energy work, she supports others in re-patt...

This is a behind-the-scenes, heart-wide-open continuation of The Light Within panel. After the official recording wrapped, our panelists stayed to reflect, celebrate, and share from the soul. What unfolded was a raw, nourishing, deeply human exchange of laughter, insight, motherhood moments, spiritual realizations, and sisterhood. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: Reflections on being present and t...

This special episode features a radiant panel of heart-centered leaders sharing what it means to lead with compassion, presence, and integrity. These are women creating ripple effects through their work, families, art, and communities and their insights just might ignite something powerful in you too. Before recording, several panelists joined me for a Transformational Breathwork session infused w...

In this intimate, impromptu episode of The Authentic Creative , we share a post-breathwork reflection with Rebecca Schlosser, a trauma-informed breathwork guide and podcast host, who graciously allowed us to record her experience immediately after "one of the most connected sessions she’s ever had." Together, we explore: Generational healing through the breath Pain as both a portal and a...

Walk, breathe, remember, and return to your radiant self. Created for the women of the Goddess of Light Retreat on the Oregon Coast, this meditation is yours too—wherever you are. Whether you're walking the beach, flying home, driving through winding roads, or simply laying down in stillness, this immersive journey will bring you back to the wisdom of your own luminous being. This is a soul-s...

In this radiant episode of The Authentic Creative , I dialogue with the magical Amy Tangerine: artist, author, YouTube creator, and heart-forward creative guide, whose joyful mission is to help us reconnect to our inner child and remember that we are all artists. Together, we explore: The intersection of Amy’s creative work and the healing journey How art supplies, stickers, and color can become s...

In this episode, I have a truly magical dialogue with Robyn Cohen: actress, director, educator, and luminous creative spirit. Our conversation is an exploration of what it feels like to be fully in alignment with your craft, your body, and your life and what it takes to notice when you’re not. Robyn shares her perspective on how we can attune ourselves to the moments of synchronicity that are alwa...

What happens after the formal panel ends, and the circle keeps glowing? This special bonus after party episode captures the warmth, wisdom, and raw beauty of what unfolded when the Earth Day panelists stayed on to share from the heart: unscripted, unfiltered, and unshakably real. Together, we explored what it means to return to safety , live with courage , and honor our sacred needs as alignment w...

In this sacred and soulful Earth Day episode of The Authentic Creative , we gather in powerful sisterhood to honor the living intelligence of Earth and the Divine Feminine within us all. This is a ceremony, a remembering, and a radical act of love. Hosted by Siri Baruc Thornton , founder of sage + blush wellness , this special panel features spiritual leaders, healers, artists, and creatives from...

In this high-vibe, joy-filled, and deeply magical episode, I dialogue with the radiant Paden Hughes, transformational coach, energy healer, bestselling author, and host of the 100% Woo Podcast. Together, we geek out on all things woo: intuition, energy, ancestral wisdom, and the sacred intersection of entrepreneurship and embodiment. Paden shares her powerful story of building a 7-figure business...

Some conversations feel like a breath of fresh air. This one with Rachel Blumberg was exactly that. Founder and CEO of PLATEFIT , Rachel has built a powerful fitness movement centered on vibration training, but our conversation reached far beyond the physical. We explored how grief, ritual, and authenticity shape us—and what it means to live from the inside out. Rachel shares from a place of groun...

In this soulful and joy-filled episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good, I dialogue with the wildly talented Fulton Lee: a retro-pop-funk artist with infectious energy, heart, and grooves that lift you into higher vibes. We dive into the evolution of his creative journey, from obsessing over success to learning how to loosen the grip and surrender to something greater...

In this powerful and heart-opening episode, I dialogue with visionary mentor, homesteader, and Domestic CEO Heidi Stevens about what it truly means to allow the Divine Feminine to lead in our daily lives, our businesses, and our healing journeys. Heidi holds a master’s in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis in health, healing, and consciousness. Over the past decade, she has supported thousands...

In this heartfelt episode, I dialogue with award-winning author and spiritual psychologist Anita Kopacz about the power of storytelling, healing from trauma, and remembering that we are already whole. Anita shares moments from her journey: growing up, reclaiming her voice, and leading her beloved Costa Rica retreat for the past seven years. We explore how joy, creativity, and service come together...

In this spontaneous and soulful after party following our Spring Equinox and International Day of Happiness panel , we dive into the rich reflections and lingering heart wisdom that surfaced once the formal conversation ended. We explore the beautiful truth that “the mud is fuel” —how the challenges we face are the very ground from which our light and transformation can bloom. From Buddhist teachi...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative, we celebrate the Spring Equinox and International Day of Happiness: two powerful invitations to step into balance, renewal, and joy! Just as nature awakens, so do we: our creativity, leadership, and purpose. Joy is something we cultivate and allow to flow through us, shaping the way we live and create. This special panel gathers visionary women who embody...

What does it take to evolve from a talented creative into a visionary leader? How do we cultivate leadership that is both strategic and deeply human? In this episode, I dialogue with the brilliant Vincent Wanga, an international design thought leader, keynote speaker, award-winning creative executive, and author of The Art of Direction. With over two decades of experience shaping brands, leading c...

What if the key to joy, success, and peace was something simple yet profoundly powerful? In this episode of The Authentic Creative, I dialogue with the incredible Chernice Dieudonne, a faith-driven Atlanta-based Realtor, empowerment coach, and passionate traveler who helps people create lives filled with purpose, peace, and possibility. Beyond guiding clients through real estate transactions with...

Today, we’re diving into a conversation that is deeply personal, transformative, and full of heart: the experience of natural water home birth. For many, birth has been shaped by trauma, interventions, or medical necessity. Others may long for an experience that feels more connected, intuitive, and peaceful. No matter what your journey has been, we honor all birth stories and in this episode, we e...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative , I dialogue with Dana Shalit , a leader in philanthropy, conscious living, and global impact . From organizing her first charity event at 16 to leading international impact retreats, Dana’s journey has been rooted in giving with heart . As Chief Impact Officer of House of Impact , she helps individuals and businesses align philanthropy with purpose , crea...

In this episode, I dialogue with powerhouse storyteller Tasha Huo , a visionary showrunner and screenwriter behind major projects for Netflix, Amazon, and Disney+ . From leading Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft and The Mighty Nein to writing for some of the biggest franchises in film and television, Tasha is no stranger to high-stakes creativity. But beyond the accolades and the intense deadl...

In this radiant episode, I dialogue with Christy Dreiling: spiritual coach, bestselling author, global business leader, and beacon of light. Christy’s journey from childhood hardship to extraordinary success, including leading teams to over $1 billion in sales, is a testament to resilience, vision, and the power of choosing light over darkness. We explore how the light you put into the world shape...

For best results: Listen at least once a day for at least 30 days. See what magic unfolds!!! This episode features a guided hypnosis session designed for spiritual entrepreneurs and heart-led dreamers. Relax deeply, embrace abundance, and manifest the life you've always dreamed of. What to Expect: A deep relaxation induction to release tension, empowering visualizations that help you step int...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good, I dialogue with Sue Skelly to explore her unforgettable journeys through Italy. Sue shares vivid stories of walking across the country, immersing herself in the culture, and savoring the incredible food along the way. Her deep love for adventure and connection to nature shines through as she reflects on how these exper...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good, I dialogue with Dana Hunter Fradella, a transformational career and empowerment coach for women on the verge of a breakthrough. Dana is the founder of Girls Who Recover, host of the Girls Who Recover podcast, and a passionate advocate for helping women claim their worth and embrace a life they truly love. We explore he...