Wildcard Conversations

On this episode, I am joined by Chelise Simmons for a fun episode about traveling the world, doing your part in protecting this beautiful planet, wildlife photography, zombie koala bears, treating others how you want to be treated, and so much more. Oi Oi Oi!

This episode begins with a long-overdue life update and a quick look at what has unfolded in the past two years. It then dives into the “40 While 40” list, a personal project designed to bring more intentionality, challenge, and meaning into the year of turning 40.

On this episode, I am joined by Katie Kenney - another beautiful coffee shop friend from my old neighborhood in Queens. Katie tells me about making her dream of living in New York City come true, which involved a difficult break up followed by an epic cross-country road trip with her grandpa and her dog Chuck, who are both no longer with us physically but certainly here in spirit.  Katie quit...

On today’s episode, I am joined by fellow personal growth Christi Flynn, who is full of positive, calming and supportive energy. We talk about how her children inspired courage in her, how courage is connected to trusting herself, how she came back to the sport she loved as a teenager in her mid life, her open water swimming adventures, and how important it is to keep having fun as we get older. A...

This second solo episode starts with a quick life update from Florida before sharing key takeaways and lessons from Yung Pueblo’s fantastic book Lighter. It’s all about letting go, individual and collective healing and all the other good woo woo shit. Take this as your reminder to keep doing the work because every little tiny bit of healing matters. Keep going and keep shining your fucking light....

On today’s episode, I am joined by my good friend Danielle Dowler and if you enjoy a dry sense of humor you have come to the right place. Danielle shares how parts of her childhood led to her becoming a hyper-independent adult and how that independence sometimes makes her life difficult and sometimes empowers her to live it to the fullest. Having been through more hard things than the average pers...

On today’s episode I am joined by Jaime Filer, who is not only a beauty of a human being but also a  rock star personal coach who specializes in helping women improve their mental health through exercise and nutrition. Before talking about how she recharges from always giving a 100% as a coach and how she navigates the business relationship with her wife Katie, Jaime shares some professional...

On this episode I am joined by the man the myth, the legend, Mike from New York, my pandemic coffee shop buddy whose stories I could listen to for hours. If you love New York City you’re going to love this man and this episode. Mike talks about growing up in the village in the 60s and 70s, the appreciation he gained for his parents later in life, his excursion into the world of filthy rich people,...

On this episode I am joined by Connie Trinh, my first Asian guest and we truly love to see the Asian representation. You’re going to witness beautiful self-reflection in action. Connie shares how the ego deaths she’s experienced in recent years contributed to her growth, her liberation from self imposed limits and to her emotional resilience. She talks about her Asian upbringing and we find some c...

On this first solo episode, I’m celebrating the 10th episode milestone, struggle through the discomfort of it just being me and the microphone, and share a quick update on my move from New York to Florida and why it has been so meaningful and empowering. Take this as your invitation to ask yourself where you find joy and to go follow it.

On today’s episode I am joined by storyteller and history lover Chris B., who has asked me not to use his full name, and on this podcast we love and respect boundaries. After giving me a behind the scenes look into a storytelling event, Chris told me about books that impacted his life and moved him to tears. We talked about history being nuanced and how this nuance often gets lost in the Hollywood...

On today’s episode, I am joined by my friend Nackie Karcher. She is the type of person who just exudes this free spirit, positive, tear up the dancefloor, bursting with creativity, kind of energy – you know exactly what type of person I’m talking about… just a pure delight! Nackie shared with me how her fantastical childhood in the Florida Keys has made her a lifelong treasure hunter and community...

On today’s episode I am joined by WNBA Legend, Singer, Model, Inspirational Speaker, and now Marketing Specialist for Nike – the one the only Kym Hampton who I am so lucky to have in my life as a friend. Kym took me on a wonderful journey from Louisville to Arizona, to Spain, Italy, France, Japan, New York City and now Portland, Oregon. She attributes this full and interesting life to always stayi...

On today’s episode I am joined by coach and speaker Allison Kinnear. Her mission is to inspire all people but especially women to show up with integrity, authenticity, and courage. We talk about all of that good empowering stuff, about connecting with yourself, figuring out what it is that you need and want and then asking for it, and how that’s easier said than done. We talk about letting go of s...

On today’s episode I am joined by my bestie’s fiancé Stephan Mitchell, who is just a well rounded quality human being and a great conversationalist. Stephan talks about how leaning into difficult times and taking risks has made him a resilient person, about  people doing the best they can with what they know, about designing a future life centered around freedom and fulfillment, and surroundi...

After making me jealous about the beautiful California sunsets that bring him peace, Holistic Health & Performance Coach Chris “CJ” Chandler discusses the teachings of Paul Chek and their influence on the fitness industry, reminds me how important it is to have a dream, and teaches me about finding the right balance of working out and working in. Connect with Chris: Instagram: @pathofmotionchr...

After wondering why she ever stopped making scrapbooks, Krista Kay reflects on her wild pandemic love story, leaving her life as Comedian in Las Vegas behind to build a new family in Washington State, learning to trust that good men like her husband are real, growing up tall in a small town, and not taking life and its lessons too seriously. Connect with Krista: IG: @kristakaycomedy FB: Krista Kay...

After realizing to her own surprise that her favorite age is now, Sherra Grasser reflects on living more authentically as she gets older, pushing herself to make mistakes in difficult conversations, what it means to move from being an ally to being an accomplice, and the gift of feeling totally present she receives from sitting bedside with people at the end of their life. With a passion for educa...

After reminiscing about the good old days in the college cafeteria, my friend Jamie Saul takes me on an emotional rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs of marriage, losing a premature baby, the gift of motherhood, and being black family in a white town. Grounded in her faith, Jamie is a shining example of how to navigate life with love and grace - the Brooklyn way. Connect with Jamie on Ins...

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