Tiny Shop Big Heart

In this episode, Alex Fernandez shares his journey from dealing with a fear of heights to becoming a competitive highliner, pushing the boundaries in a sport that's still in its early stages. Discover the mental and physical challenges involved, the innovations shaping the sport, and the soulful side of competition as Alex prepares to travel to Laax Switzerland to claim his spot at the Highlin...

Embrace the journey, even when it gets tough. Most people are wired to believe that dreaming big means risking everything, but what if the real secret to unlocking your potential is simpler than you think? In this episode, Hana, Will and their special guest, social media creator, and highliner, Bridget Kealy reveal some of the raw, unfiltered strategies they use to push beyond self-doubt (especial...

Season 2 kicks off with our first guest — social media creator, highliner, and our coworker, Bridget Kealy. Hana and Will sit down with Bridget for the kind of conversation that happens almost daily in our little gift shop — honest conversations about life and how we grow through it. Together they talk about finding love, heartbreak, getting in alignment with your future self, solo adventure, and...

What do sneezes, random acts of kindness, and muscle-ups have in common?  You’ll find out in this episode. Hana and Will are back with Part 2 of their journey through the Thalken Heart Questions —a deck of fun, thoughtful prompts designed to deepen connection and spark meaningful conversation.. From the joy and fear of sneezing to exploring introversion and extroversion  and their favorite human q...

What do french fries, childhood memories, and unexpected wisdom have in common? This episode. In Episode 7 of Tiny Shop Big Heart , join Hana and Will as they dive into the Thalken Heart Questions deck—a collection of playful, thought-provoking prompts designed to spark deeper connection and honest conversation. From first memories to personal strengths, and even that classic “what would you do wi...

Tired of cliché advice like “just follow your passion”? In this episode of Tiny Shop Big Heart, Hana and Will challenge popular self-help clichés like “enjoy the journey, not the destination" and “follow your passion.”  Along the way they explore: How the words, “ simple ” and “ just ” can actually hold you back Why “ enjoying the journey ” isn’t always required. Finding your inner badass and...

In this episode of Tiny Shop Big Heart, Hana and Will explore how gratitude isn’t just a feeling — it’s a powerful design tool for life. They share how noticing the small, beautiful details and cataloging them can build resilience for life’s darker seasons. From the power of memory to simple acts of kindness (like buying coffee for the car behind you), this conversation offers practical, soul-nour...

Episode 4 – Morning Routines & Turning To-Dos into Ta-Das In this episode of Thalken’s Tiny Shop, Big Heart , Hana and Will share their morning routines and how they’ve evolved over time—They dive into the idea of “positive rumination,” what it means to see something as done before it’s complete, and the power of the “Care Bear Stare”  Plus, they dig into bringing love and intention to everyda...

In episdode 3, Will & Hana dive into the challenges and rewards of working and living together. They share personal insights on balancing love and business , growing individually and as a team , and designing a shared vision for the future . Plus, why self-awareness in your relationship matters more than you might think.

In this episode, Hana and Will dive into the story behind THALKEN, sharing the unexpected pivots and decisions that shaped their brand and their growth as creators. They also offer valuable insights and advice for fellow creatives navigating the early stages of their journeys in both life and business.

This is the official podcast of THALKEN. We're here exploring art, health, the adventures of small business, and of course, human connection. Episode one deals with the "before picture" and powering through. Learning as you create and the dealing with the mistakes. Enjoy!