Best Vital For Colorado Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 10 - The Enneagram and Leadership: Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Practices 49:11

1M ago49:11

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Summary:In this episode of Conscious InSights, Renelle Everett Darr delves into the Enneagram with experts Claire Williams and Pastor Stephanie Williams O'Brien to explore how this ancient tool can revolutionize modern leadership. Discover how the Enneagram's deep insights into personality and behavior patterns can transform leadership effectivenes…

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Episode 9 - The Future of Flourishing: How Leaders & Strategies Must Evolve in Uncertainty (Part 2) 48:17

2M ago48:17

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The world is shifting fast, and traditional leadership strategies aren’t built for this level of complexity. In Part 1, we explored how change follows cycles and how leaders can find stability in uncertainty. In Part 2 of The Future of Flourishing, Renelle and futurist Cecily Sommers explore why leaders must evolve alongside their strategies to suc…

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Episode 8 - The Future of Flourishing: Finding Order in a Disordered World Part 1 45:51

3M ago45:51

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In this episode, host Renelle Everett Darr explores the transformative potential of our chaotic times with futurist Cecily Sommers and happiness expert Ashish Kothari. This discussion delves into the historical cycles of change, particularly the 80-100 year cycle, revealing that these uncertain times may hold more certainty and opportunity for grow…

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16: The Place Connecting At-risk and Unhoused Youth to Vital Services and Housing 42:22

3M ago42:22

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The Place offers housing, a drop-in center, and supportive services for youth up to age 24 years old. CEO Becky Treece shares details about The Place. Their mission is to empower Colorado youth to break the cycle of homelessness and forge supportive relationships and have self-sufficient, successful lives. The Place website - https://theplacecos.or…

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Episode 7 - Innovative Impact: How Colorado Champions Conscious Entrepreneurship 50:23

3M ago50:23

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In this episode, host Renelle Everett Darr explores how Colorado’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem is deeply connected to personal purpose, values, and vision. Joining her are two visionary leaders: Mick Freeman, CEO of BEN (Bridge Entrepreneurs Network) Colorado, and Kelly Mazanti, founder of Buttnski, a unique and purpose-driven outdoor appare…

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Episode 6 - Wellness at the Helm: Leading with Vitality with Julia Schowerer and Renee Moorefield 46:25

4M ago46:25

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In this episode of Conscious Insights, Renelle Everett Darr engages with Renee Moorfield and Julia Schworer to explore the significance of wellbeing in leadership and corporate culture. They discuss the innate capacity for individuals to thrive, the importance of servant leadership, and how organizations can implement wellbeing initiatives to foste…

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Episode 5 - Visionary Spaces: Landscape Architecture as a Catalyst for Change with Mark Johnson & Scott Jordan 45:25

5M ago45:25

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In this conversation, Renelle Everett Darr speaks with Mark Johnson and Scott Jordan, leaders at Civitas, about the transformative power of landscape architecture. They discuss how well-designed public spaces catalyze social change, enhance community and belonging, and improve public health. Through examples like the Central Platte Valley in Denver…

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Episode 4 - Elevating Perspective: Leadership Transformation in Nepal with Luis Benitez and Mark Gasta 42:16

5M ago42:16

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In this inspiring episode, Renelle Everett Darr dialogues with Luis Benitez and Mark Gasta on blending Eastern wisdom and Western efficiency to redefine leadership. They delve into the heart of Sherpa culture, which emphasizes service, community, and adaptability, and discuss how these values enhance Western leadership models. The discussion furthe…

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Episode 3 - Purpose-Driven Leadership: The Heart of Success with Ross Brooks 37:30

5M ago37:30

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In this conversation, Renelle Everett Darr and Ross Brooks, CEO of the Colorado Community Health Network (CCHN) explore the essence of purpose-driven leadership as the heart of success, particularly in the context of healthcare as a human right. They discuss the importance of integrating personal purpose with professional responsibilities, the role…

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Episode 2 - Mastering the Waves: Leadership in a Dynamic World with Mark Michalek and William Browning 47:30

6M ago47:30

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In this episode of Conscious Insights, Renelle Everett Darr hosts a compelling conversation with two transformative leaders: William Browning, CEO of Clayton Early Learning, and Mark Michalek, FBI Special Agent in Charge, Denver Division. Together, they explore the critical intersection of leadership in early childhood education and law enforcement…

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Episode 1 - Trailblazers: The Evolution of Female Leadership with Tatiana Arguello and Christine Benero 49:14

6M ago49:14

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In this debut episode of Conscious InSights, host Renelle Everett Darr engages with two trailblazers, Tatiana Arguello and Christine Benero, in an inspiring and thought-provoking discussion on the evolution of female leadership. The trio explores how leadership has transformed for women, addressing the roles of intuition, resilience, and the suppor…

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From Anxiety to Empowerment: Nourishing New Parents for Mental Health 48:28

2y ago48:28

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Jackie specializes in guiding you through balancing your relationship with food, optimizing hormone control, improving gut health, decreasing inflammation in the body and sustaining these changes with neuroscience backed behavior change techniques. I'm excited to talk about the mental load and overwhelming joys of being a mother. The frustrating wa…

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107: The Alchemy of Nourishment: Healing Through Food and Intuition 56:43

2y ago56:43

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Whether you crave a creative boost or a deeper connection with nature, this podcast is your sanctuary for transformation and growth. Today, we have a remarkable guest joining us. Esther Cohen, MS, RD, from The Alchemy of Nourishment, is an intuitive wisdom keeper and guide for embodied well-being. She merges Eastern and Western traditional medicine…

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106: Energy Healing for Burnout: Releasing Blocked Energy and Restoring Vitality 1:07:29

2y ago1:07:29

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Today, we have the pleasure of diving deep into the realm of energy healing and personal transformation with the remarkable Missy Toy Ozeas. Missy is an extraordinary Energy Healer and Transformation Guide who has touched the lives of empathic souls all around the globe. With her compassionate guidance, she empowers individuals to break free from l…

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105: Ayurveda for Fertility: Unlocking the Secrets to Preconception 1:04:03

2y ago1:04:03

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In this captivating episode of "Ayurveda for Fertility: Unlocking the Secrets to Preconception," join us for an enlightening conversation with Chanel Annette, an Ayurvedic Preconception Coach and Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner-In-Training. Chanel is passionate about empowering women and guiding them towards enhancing their fertility using Ayurvedi…

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104: 7 Lessons from getting Locked Out of Instagram (Mid-Launch!!!) 12:41

2y ago12:41

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Eek! I got locked out of my instagram account in the middle of launching my course. Here's what I learned and may it help you not make the same mistakes I did. Thyme in the Studio Links: Join the Newsletter/Checkout the Website: https://www.aidazea.com Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thymeinthestudio/videos Shop for Tea: https://www.etsy…

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103: Empowering Yourself for VBAC after C-Section: A Holistic Journey with Entering Motherhood 55:40

2y ago55:40

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In this episode, we are honored to have Sarah Marie Bilgner on the show! Aside from being the owner of Entering Motherhood, Sarah Marie is a mom of two, wife, and a mechanical engineer. She is a Penn State University alumni and holds certifications as a postpartum nutrition professional and as a doula specifically centered around VBAC preparation. …

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15 Greccio: A Solution Focused Housing Organization 42:49

2y ago42:49

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Learn about valuable housing resources for working families provided by Greccio Housing. Homeward Pikes Peak Executive Director Beth Roalstad sits down for this conversation with Lee Patke, Executive Director of Greccio Housing. Greccio's mission is to provide stable, safe, and affordable housing, to offer resources for residents to achieve stabili…

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102: Shining a Light on Perinatal Health and Plants that Soothe with Sunshower Wellness 48:43

2y ago48:43

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Looking for ideas about how to prepare for the perinatal window or ideas about launching your own brand? Marissa is super knowledgeable about health and wellness and especially dialed into the perinatal time and is also a genius about building a brand. This interview is full of juicy helpful info and we get reall about how the perinatal window is n…

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101: Healing Trauma with Plants and Willing Remedies into our World with Iwilla Remedy 1:03:00

2y ago1:03:00

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Settle in with a cozy cup of tea and enjoy this enriching chat about how we can heal ourselves from the inside out with plants and community. I was so honored to be able to chat with this wise, brilliant herbalist and to hear more about how she has been able to help so many, build a thriving business that is changing the way people care for themsel…

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100!!!: Start a Podcast to Explore Your Inner Onion! 28:44

2y ago28:44

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Why would you wanna start a podcast and what is your inner onion trying to say? Listen in to find out! Download the free Start a Podcast guide at: www.aidazea.com Wanna save yourself a zillion hours with your podcasting project? Be sure to get Descript! And maybe you don’t want to start a podcast, there are still great writing prompts and ideas for…

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99: Enhance your Passion and Pleasure: Erotic Herbalism and Flamenco to Spice up your Life! 1:10:56

2y ago1:10:56

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Ooiiie! We have a spicy, enticing episode for you today! I got a chance to talk with my dear friend Andrea Isabella Gomez and we discuss Erotic Herbalism and her recent class on Erotica Botanica and the upcoming International Music and Dance Festival, Boco Flamenco happening April 4th and 5th, 2023 in Boulder, CO This chat is a deep dive into creat…

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98: Enchanting Design & Bitters with Woodspells Apothecary 1:13:29

2y ago1:13:29

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Be sure to tune into this delightful chat with Val Alcorn of Woodspells Apothecary to learn more about the beauty of bitters, balancing flavors, setting up shop, designing a planner for the planet and why design matters. You are sure to learn a ton and be inspired from this fascinating chat about how to overcome health issues and help others. A bit…

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97: Hormonal Health and Owning Your Story with Christine Garvin of Hormonally Speaking 56:14

2+ y ago56:14

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Do you wanna improve your hormone function? Then you are going to love the simple and approachable ideas that hormone expert and functional nutritionist, Christine Garvin shares on how to improve your hormone function. She also shares her journey with Creating a thriving and busy Nutrition and Wellness Practice and becoming one of the top podcaster…

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96: Money Rituals, Bookkeeping and Taxes for Creatives with Hannah Cole of Sunlight Tax 1:02:13

2+ y ago1:02:13

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I’m excited for today’s episode, where I got to chat with Hannah Cole of Sunlight tax and she shares some super straightforward ways that you can make your bookkeeping for your creative business more easy, interesting and beneficial. We also get into some ethical investing strategies to make sure you are taking care of the wise and wonderful future…

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95: Creating Digestible Food and Content with Ayurvedic Principles with Herban Veda's Caitlin Rowe 1:37:15

2+ y ago1:37:15

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This is a delectable episode jam packed with juicy ideas to revamp your routines. Caitlin Rowe shares how make your mornings more magical, how to weave in simple solutions to making your food more digestible and ideas for creating more captivating social media posts that tantalize and delight the senses. You are gonna love this episode! Caitlin Row…

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94: Magical Planning for 2023 15:00

2+ y ago15:00

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In this short solo minisode I share my favorite way to prepare for the new year, pour some tea, light a candle, and bust out your journal. Reflecting on 2022, Setting goals and Planning for 2023 -What was awesome in 2022? -What do I want to quit, continue, begin and learn? -Mega list of "It would be so awesome if in a year:......" -Consider, "What …

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93: Taking the Big Leap to Do You with Brianne Hogan 1:04:03

2+ y ago1:04:03

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We get into astrology, cats, self-care, the art of podcasting, writing, acting, living in NYC, being a multipassionate creative and so much more. Brianne Hogan is a writer, author, and podcaster, currently based in Vancouver, Canada. Her writing has been featured in over 60 publications, including Men's Health, Elle, BuzzFeed, the BBC, and the Wash…

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14 Intersection of Housing and a Vibrant Downtown 37:15

2+ y ago37:15

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Why a surge in downtown housing isn’t causing costs to drop, plus the story behind a new affordable live/work space for artists. Host Beth Roalstad discusses these issues with Susan Edmondson, President and CEO of Downtown Partnership. Susan explains the structure and activities of the Downtown Partnership, and she provides details about an excitin…

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92: The Magic of Fire Cider, Cyanotypes and Epic Herbal Elixirs with White Deer Apothecary/Lauren Peterson 57:01

2+ y ago57:01

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In today’s episode I had the great honor of chatting with Lauren Peterson of White Deer apothecary. I loved hearing about her journey as an artist, herbalist and educator. She taught a class on cyanotypes that lit a fire under me and was so fun and empowering! And I made a bunch of cyanotypes this summer. I chose all my favorite sun prints and comp…

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13 Filling a Gap in Healthcare and Housing: Dream Centers of Colorado Springs 36:58

2+ y ago36:58

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Matthew Ayres, CEO of Dream Centers, joins host Beth Roalstad to share how the Dream Centers and Mary’s Home serve women of low income in our community and provides women and families with services ranging from health care to housing. They also discuss resources for men, and the longtime collaboration between Dream Center and Homeward Pikes Peak. L…

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91: Unwinding Emotional Eating Patterns with Empowered Eating and Living with Sarah Emily Speers 51:51

2+ y ago51:51

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Sarah Emily Speers, MA is an Alternative Healing Arts Practitioner, Empowered Eating Coach & trained psychotherapist who specializes in guiding women through doing the inner work to address the root of food and eating issues. She is the host of The Empowered Eating & Living Podcast and facilitator of the Innergize Your Life Program, designed to emp…

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12 Springs Recovery Connection: A Local Solution Based on National Model 31:53

2+ y ago31:53

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Learn how Springs Recovery Connection is helping individuals enter recovery and build skills to stay sober, thrive as adults and be active in our community. Trudy Hodges, CEO of Springs Recovery Connection, discusses the growth of her organization, its dreams for the community and how important being involved with others in Recovery contributes to …

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90. How to Grow a Wellness Business with Late Bloomer Herbals, Malia Thompson 1:05:24

2+ y ago1:05:24

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The doors are open to Savor This Season! You can sign up here to learn more about empowering yourself with Herbal Health Wisdom and how to make Food your Medicine!: https://www.aidazea.com/course Have you been wanting to start your own herbal business and looking for insight about some innovative ways to expand or begin? This chat is full of so man…

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89. Rituals and Plants for Enhancing the Pleasure of Focus. 9:02

2+ y ago9:02

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A shortie episode about rituals, adventures in gardening and flower essences to help you focus and enjoy the process.By Aida Zea, Sara Marie Miller, Thyme in the Studio, Sara Miller

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87. Carving the Realities of a Creative Path with Marisa Aragón Ware 1:18:42

2+ y ago1:18:42

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How can you innovate with a material as old as time? Marisa carves paper in a way all her own. Learn how to streamline your efforts, go with the flow and show up. Figure out how to do the work as you go. This chat with Marisa Aragon Ware was jam packed with helpful info about how and why to have various streams of income as a creative, how to think…

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86. Abortion Care and Resilience with Full Spectrum Doula and Herbalist, Bonnie McIntosh 1:05:26

3y ago1:05:26

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Abortion is Healthcare. Bonnie shares how she remains resilient, supports others to do the same and how to keep going and doing your work from a space of love. She also shares privacy concerns and so many resources! this episode is not to be missed! Bio: Bonnie McIntosh is an abortion & miscarriage doula, a clinical herbalist, and reproductive just…

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85. Manifesting Magic and Creating an Oracle Deck with Liliana Perez of @Hijaqucura 56:14

3y ago56:14

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Liliana Perez(she/her) is a first-generation Xicana Indigena, cosmic channel, and artist. Working with Spirit, she bridges the living with the unseen to empower individuals to live the life they dream of. Connect with Liliana at https://hijaquecura.com/ Join the Food as Medicine waitlist at www.aidazea.com Big shout out to my patrons who make this …

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84. TikTok, Course Creation, Reproductive Justice and Finding Your Village with Amanda Gorman 53:01

3y ago53:01

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Have you wondered if it is worthwhile to create videos on TikTok? Have you been looking for ways to connect with other birth workers or have a million questions about pregnancy and postpartum? Look no further than this episode! Be sure to connect with Amanda Gorman for courses, podcasts, writing and more at www.FindingyourVillage.com You can Join m…

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83. 5 Ideas to Help you Sleep at Night. 14:48

3y ago14:48

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Everyone struggles with sleep at some point in their lives. This list of 5 ideas to support your sleep habits can also apply to children and infants. What has worked for you? Feel free to send an email to [email protected] to update me about your favorite suggestion for better sleep. Visit https://linktr.ee/saramariemiller for all my latest classes,…

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82. Bang a Drum with Tara Seren 37:00

3y ago37:00

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I’m so excited to share this episode with you! This is a chat with a fellow artist and doula, Tara Seren. She has written children's books and offers healing bodywork and ceremonial services and courses. The focus of this chat is on her current drum-making workshops. We get into the transformative power of hearing a drumbeat and the importance of c…

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11 Child Abuse Prevention Month 23:35

3y ago23:35

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Help for children experiencing abuse is discussed, since April is child abuse prevention month. Host Beth Roalstad notes there’s an intersection between families facing multiple barriers or facing homelessness, and child abuse. Stacie Kwitek Russell, executive director of El Paso County’s Department of Human Service discusses the issues with Beth. …

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81. What to Eat to Feel Awesome? Postpartum Nutritionist of Live Wild and Be Well, Katie Braswell, Spills the Beans 37:42

3y ago37:42

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Have you ever wondered about what foods are best to support fertility, a healthy pregnancy and a thriving postpartum time? I have an expert on the show today who shares some of her personal journey and mission to support new parents through nourishing food and movement. Katie Braswell started her company Wild and Well about a year ago and her pract…

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80. Herbs to End a Virus That Won't Quit 12:34

3y ago12:34

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Episode 80! Today is a short solo episode about herbs to support with long-haul viral infections such as covid. It is a very short list of herbs I love to work with including hawthorn, cats claw, elecampane, schisandra berry, nettles and ginger. I would love to hear from you any favorite plants for illness and recovery. You can find me on Instagram…

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10 Prison Re-Entry: How to Ease a Rough Transition 46:36

3y ago46:36

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We speak with a dynamic leader who not only knows how hard the transition is from prison to community at a community level, he knows it from a personal level. too. After serving 20 years in a Colorado prison for what was deemed a “hate crime,” Howie Close is now a leader in a movement to improve the pathway for men and women as they exit prison and…

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79: Teach like no one else to captivate your audience with Bryan Hull 52:59

3y ago52:59

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When not seen ducking into a cafe in Penang, Malaysia or Paris, France, Bryan works with and loves his students in Portland, Oregon. He cares about global inequality, startling-fresh art and his ever-frustrating and rewarding year-round veggie garden. Have you ever wanted to take a million classes with one of your favorite teachers? That's how I fe…

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78: What's your sign? Find the blueprint for your best life with Astrologer, Kristen Masi 53:08

3y ago53:08

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Today we get a little behind the scenes of starting projects and the expansive energy of creation, pivoting and finding innovative ways to connect with folks. I was really inspired by how the guest today shows up on the instamachine. So I started playing with reels and you know what, it's kinda fun! I’ll have links in the show notes if you wanna me…

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77: 7 Steps to Heal Your Gut and Transform Your Health 11:43

3y ago11:43

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This sweet short episode is for you to get some quick wins and transform your health today. The Gut is the Empress of the body and when we improve our gut microbiome we dramatically improve our overall health and everything flows better. We get into 7 steps to soothe, heal and nourish your gut microbiome. Want more inspiration? Grab my FREE handout…

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76: Exploring Postpartum Intimacy and Somatic Healing with Spacious Ground 1:05:39

3+ y ago1:05:39

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What are some of the struggles and realities of postpartum intimacy? How can couples continue to connect on a deep level after baby is born? What happens when a baby is born 2 months early? And how can we heal from the trauma of time in the NICU? We get into some fascinating topics about healing using movement and somatic therapy and connecting to …

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75: Hold the Hand of Difficult Emotions and Explore Inner Fields with Elaine Su-Hui 1:15:00

3+ y ago1:15:00

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We get into the power of community and meditation, death and mourning and how to collaborate with others in a way that encourages people to process and transform their inner terrain. ELAINE SU-HUI (b. 1978, Sydney, Australia) is an artist, facilitator, and dharma practitioner. Her work aims to be a direct expression of her dharma practice, investig…

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