Everybody, meet Alice!  Alice Hu is the founder of Woo Woo Company, a guide to all things woo, spiritual, and holistic health. She loves explaining concepts like crystals, astrology, manifestation, and more in grounded and practical ways to help people discover their truth and purpose. Alice is also the host of the Into the Woo podcast. We had such a blast getting to know Alice! We loved hearing her journey from the corporate marketing world to wellness entrepreneurship. She launched Woo Woo Company as a practical gateway to discover your personal spiritual and holistic wellness path. We appreciate this approach because we know how overwhelming this space and practices can be! In this episode we take a deep dive into sound bath meditations: what they are, how they work, and why they are so amazingly nourishing, healing + wonderful. Alice also gave us a sound bath meditation to share with you all! So take a listen and allow yourself a relaxing and grounding moment to get you through the rest of your day.  We also chat about: Saturn returns!  Alice's daily routine Her "Discover your truth and purpose" program Resources: Instagram: @woowooco  Website: https://www.woowoocompany.com Her truth and purpose program  Sound bath time code: 57:47 Mentioned (in intro): The Health Code Podcast, Scam Goddess, Down the Hill: the Delphi Murders 

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Ep. 40- Exploring the World of Woo with Alice Hu 

We are so honored to have Joanna on the pod!  Joanna is a registered yoga teacher and the owner of Embody YOGA. She first developed an interest in yoga as a teenager. Over the years, she experimented with various forms of physical fitness and dance before returning to the practice in 2011. Joanna started Embody YOGA, on a mission to share the practice of yoga with people of color by offering classes that were accessible, affordable and culturally relevant. Since its founding in 2015, Embody YOGA has served over 400 students, the majority of whom identify as people of color. Nothing brings Joanna more joy than to witness her students develop a personal relationship and connection to the practice of yoga. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Community Counseling (with an emphasis in child and adolescent counseling) from Marquette University and has a deep commitment to promoting holistic wellness in communities of color. In this episode, Joanna dives into her yoga journey, the formation of EMBODY YOGA and it's powerful purpose in sharing yoga for people of color. She explains ways in which studios can be unintentionally exclusive, the harm that this causes BIPOC trying to join in the practice and the positive impact that happens when students see themselves and their culture reflected in the space. We also discuss the emotional and mental benefits of yoga, the importance of allowing yourself rest, and she reminds us to seek out moments that bring joy.   We also chat about: The Aspiring Black Yoga Teachers' Education Fund  Her personal experience in YTT Yoga in the park!  Resources: Instagram: @embodyyogamke  Website:  embodyyogamke.com  The Aspiring Black Yoga Teachers' Education Fund page  Mentioned: Yoga One Studio, The Nap Ministry 

Ep. 39- Where Yoga Meets Black Culture: A Conversation with Joanna Brooks

Hi there Jack! Jack Lam (They/Them, He/Him) is a passionate about queer/trans advocacy and mental health. Jack has experience with crisis intervention and suicide prevention work, education around gender identities and experiences, and intergroup dialogue facilitation. Through their Instagram, they also commonly share helpful, easy-to-digest guides and reflections to help us all be better advocates and allies. Jack's work is informed by their identity as a queer, non-binary Malaysian Chinese person. They aim to help shape a society that is more willing to embrace and celebrate the queerness in us all. Currently, they are a Clinical Social Work graduate student and Trauma Fellow at the University of Houston.   In this episode, we have an authentic conversation revolving around identity and allyship. Jack shares their journey to finding their passion in trauma therapy, their preconceived notions about the states growing up in Malaysia, and the actualizations they had once moving here. We share with them our frustration that arises when trying to converse with friends and family who may have differing opinions and Jack gives us tips to instead create a constructive dialogue rooted in empathy and patience. We also discuss the harmful impact of societal gender norms and why it is imperative we work to dismantle them so that space can be created for everybody to be valued. Jack's instagram has been such a helpful resource for the three of us as we educate ourselves in anti-racism work and navigate authentic, sustainable allyship. We encourage everybody to check out their account after listening to this episode! We also chat about: The importance of local elections Learning vs. unlearning Understanding the range of coping mechanisms Resources: Instagram: @jacklamlj (www.instagram.com/jacklamlj) Mentioned: The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez 

Ep. 38- Allyship & Choosing Courage Over Comfort with Jack Lam

We are so happy to have Dr. Ellen on the pod! As a board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Ellen C. Hayes is dedicated to assisting patients experiencing infertility issues. For over 15 years, she has been providing compassionate, individualized care to her patients with access to the most advanced, state-of-the-art treatment options available. Dr. Hayes is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. While she is experienced in diagnosis of and treatment of all types of infertility, she has a special interest in diminished ovarian reserve, recurrent pregnancy loss, and fertility preservation. She is also a renowned expert in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and hysteroscopic surgery. We have some serious baby fever going on at SHI(F)T HAPPENS with many, many questions about reproductive health, so Dr. Ellen was the perfect guest! She explained potential causes for fertility issues, the tests taken to identify these and solutions available. She shared that women's reproductive timelines are unique and should be treated as such. We knew very little about in vitro fertilization, so she walked us through the entire process in detail. We also got into the topic of egg freezing! This is an increasingly popular procedure elected by women who may not be ready to have a baby just yet, giving them the freedom to create their own schedule. As the three of us head into this family planning chapter of our lives, we found this interview to be very informative, reassuring and inspiring to hear how she works so hard to help her clients become parents. Plus, listen to the intro for a BIG surprise with lots and lots of tears!! We also chat about: The myths about birth control  IVF support groups Vios pulse fertility wellness check up Dr. Ellen's blog Resources: Instagram: @healthyfertilitymd, @viosfertilitymke, @viosfertility Website: healthyfertilitymd.com, viosfertility.com Mentioned: Fertilcalm + Fertistrong apps 

Ep. 36- Taking Charge of Your Fertility with Dr. Ellen Hayes

Hiyaaaaa Laura Markz! As a former online strategy executive in the corporate world for over a decade, Laura Markz developed 6-7 figure online marketing strategies for big brands and global businesses. Now, she runs her own online education and consulting business, where her mission is to simplify and accelerate the path of small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs as they start, grow and scale their own businesses. She does this through a weekly video series and podcast called Biz & Booze (www.bizandbooze.com: Where biz school meets happy hour), free online resources and trainings, as well as her online university: MyBizU. We whipped up some cocktails, took a big gulp and dove right into the nitty gritty of personal branding. Laura is the queen of online marketing and absolutely schooled us in the best way possible. During the interview, she laid out the blueprint to create an authentic online presence guaranteed to help you reach success! She was full of tips and tricks to grow your business, and honestly...we were embarrassed we haven't utilized some of them sooner. We discussed the importance of cross-promotion, defining your brand characteristics and living by the 80/20 rule: 80% promotion, 20% creation. Laura gave us so many fresh ideas to revamp OUR brand, and we are giddy that our listeners get to do the same! This episode was a great reminder that your business can be fun while also making an impact, and that is something we will definitely cheers to.  Also...major bonus! To help our listeners get started, she created a helpful free workbook: The Brand Building Workbook. You can access this at lauramarkz.com/brand.   We also chat about: Our hilarious dad jokes  Newsletter or no? Her fave productivity apps!  Resources: Instagram: @lauramarkz  Website: lauramarkz.com Podcast: Biz & Booze with Laura Markz  Mentioned:  Buffer, Edgar, Asana, Tailwind, Slack, Evernote, Leadpages, Convertkit, Manychat, @skinnyconfidential, @amyporterfield, @jennakutcher  

Ep. 36- Elevating your Business Through Personal Branding with Online Marketing Strategist Laura Markz

Welcome, Nathan Harris!  Nathan is a technology founder and restaurateur with over 10 years of experience in building timeless and award-winning brands. His AI-assisted company, Ease, improves organizational efficiency by providing a predictive talent management system that gives organizations access to a tailored and screened pool of on-demand remote talent. As CEO, he has led the company through the nationally ranked accelerator program gener8tor, the world's largest corporate innovation accelerator Plug and Play Tech Center, and becoming backed by CSA Partners Venture fund. Nate also owns Red Star and Uncle Buck's, two popular bars located right outside the Milwaukee Bucks new Fiserv Forum. In this episode, we highlight his new non-profit #HOWTOBEHEARD, which aims to provide lasting change in Milwaukee through education and awareness. This movement conducts events focused on mobilizing the community for good and giving back. Nate also shares his life journey, from impoverished beginnings to becoming a highly successful businessman. We discuss some of the many inequities in our system and how they made life incredibly difficult growing up Black in America. He describes the chance connections he has made and how, along with hard work, they've given him the boost he needed for success. Nate was clear that his situation is the exception and not the rule, outlining how we desperately need to level the playing field. We were so happy to have Nate on the pod and appreciative of his honesty, vulnerability, and openness to create dialogue with us! We also chat about: Racial inequities in the tech industry His experiences as a bar owner in MKE  Everything about Ease!  Resources: Instagram: @nathandharris, @redstarmke, @unclebucksonthird  Website: www.itsease.com Podcast: The #LIFEWITHEASE Podcast  Mentioned:  The Kimpton Journeyman Hotel, Birch + Butcher, Bryant's Cocktail Lounge, Carnevor  

Ep. 35- Navigating a Path to Lasting Change with Nathan Harris, Co-Founder of #HOWTOBEHEARD

Hello there, Alex!  Alex is a Broadway actor and woo woo enthusiast walking that fine line between surviving and thriving all while trying to give her dog Millie the life she deserves. Over the past decade Alex has been living life as a Broadway Gypsy. She’s been seen in various Broadway shows, National Tours and some of the top regional houses in the country. As she approached her Saturn return, Alex decided to take a more holistic approach to life as a creative and is (trying to) shift her focus from the outcome to the journey. Alex was pure joy to talk to! Our podcasts have similar vibes and we started our conversation with a focus on how to make our platforms more inclusive spaces. She also shared the work she is doing individually to be actively anti-racist and maintain authentic, sustainable activism. We then get into the theme of her pod: redefining creativity! She is passionate that there is truly no mold for being creative and that it can manifest in countless ways. She broke down the difficulty of letting go of the outcome and instead focusing on the journey, sharing the benefits of shifting your mindset. This episode is feel-good goodness. Alex's mission is so uplifting and we are thrilled to share it to the world because as she said, "There is too much s**t in the world to do something that doesn't feel good." We also chat about: The peaks and pits of Broadway Being a "slave to the muse" The concept of"zero days" Resources: Instagram: @alexandramatteo, @pullittogetherpod Website: www.pullittogetherpod.com, www.alexandramatteo.com Broadway: Mrs. Doubtfire Mentioned: Kinswomen Podcast + The Hysterical Womxns Society 

Ep. 34- Redefining Creativity with Broadway Actor and Podcast Host Alex Matteo

 Introducing the amazing Michaela Boehm! Michaela teaches and counsels internationally as an expert in intimacy and sexuality. Born and raised in Austria, Michaela combines her training in psychology and extensive clinical counseling experience with her in-depth training in the yogic arts as a classical Kashmiri Tantric lineage holder. Michaela’s approach empowers her students through an eclectic mix of education, experiential exercises and guided explorations. Known for her work with high-performing individuals, her ongoing private clients include Oscar-winning actors, producers, business pioneers, and multiple Grammy-winning musicians. Michaela is the author of “The Wild Woman’s Way” and lives on an organic farm in California where she rescues and rehabilitates animals. We get INTO IT this episode! Michaela is an expert on how to find the intersection between intimacy, sexuality and embodiment, and throughout the interview sheds guidance on how to create your own expression of intimacy and obtain deeper, more satisfying pleasure. We touch on so many topics, first diving into the mystery of the female body and the importance of self-pleasure and understanding. Michaela then shares how to effectively communicate with your partner about intimacy issues and how instead of creating uncomfortable tension, making it a fun and sexy experimental journey. She also explains that what makes a good, healthy relationship can be the exact things that actually kills a steamy sex life (what!!) and gives tips on how to re-connect with your partner so you can get that hot, newly-dating sex once more. You're gonna want to listen to this one, so grab a notepad, sit back and enjoy!   We also chat about: Creating healthy boundaries within your relationship Becoming more comfortable with PDA How to re-focus your mind during sex  Her book "The Wild Woman's Way" Resources: Instagram: @micboehm77  Website: michaelaboehm.com Book: The Wild Woman's Way   Mentioned: her interviews on Goop and Red Table Talk 

Ep. 32- Intimacy, Pleasure & The Wild Woman's Way with Expert Michaela Boehm 

 Welcome to the pod, Steph Crosley! Steph Crosley, born and raised in Milwaukee, WI is the founder of Real Talk, LLC and PRIORITY Investments, LLC, and by day she manages a financial literacy program for High School students through SecureFutures. As an event host, author of two self-development books and motivational speaker, Steph is committed to making a difference in every person she encounters. Steph was so candid and refreshing! She shared with us her childhood,  journey with basketball and how she got into her many ventures. After the ending of a toxic relationship gave her an awakening, she became determined to use her space on earth to promote self-love and help navigate people into better places in their lives. Through motivational speaking and the writing of her self-help books, she assists individuals in finding a place of self-respect, purpose and love. We also get into her business, The Priority Movement. She shares the awesome way it was formed, it's message statement and how it's been growing rapidly in its first year! Steph was so  inspiring and truthful during this interview, and we are honored to share her powerful words with our listeners.  We also chat about: Hosting Marquette basketball games  Why you should thank your past Women who inspire her Her self-development books Resources: Instagram: @stephcrosley, @theprioritymovement  Website: stephcrosley.com Books: With Love  Mentioned: Urban Skin RX, Elsa's On the Park, Kayy Clothing by Ebbie Kennedy  

Ep. 31- Walking in your Purpose with Motivational Speaker Steph Crosley

Hello there, Olivia Harlan Dekker!  After graduating from University of Georgia, Olivia was ESPN'S youngest on-air hire at age 22. She has been a sideline reporter for the network for 5 years- covering college football and basketball and NFL on Westwood One radio. Olivia and her dad, Kevin Harlan, were the first father-daughter duo to call an NFL game on a national broadcast. Olivia is married to professional basketball player, Sam Dekker. We had such a great time getting to know Olivia as she gave us the behind-the-scenes scoop of being a sports reporter. She details the many steps of her journey, from how her VERY sports oriented family helped influence her career choices to how she leveraged skills from her pageant days to "up" her reporting game. She emphasizes that you have to make your own way in the field, it will never be handed to you. Constant practice, repetition and resilience are the only way to excel. She dishes the surprisingly unglamorous parts of sideline reporting and gives her personal take on being a woman in a male-dominated space. We also touch on how she and her husband balance marriage with such intense travel-oriented careers and why her dad told her to "never marry an athlete" (He's since changed his mind.)   We also chat about: How she deals with trolls Staying grounded while on the road How to expand your reel/resume during quarantine Dressing for TV!   Resources: Instagram: @oliviaharlandekker, @oliviadekkerstyle  Mentioned: Melissa Wood Health,  SkinCeuticals, Revision Skincare  

Ep. 30- Behind the Scenes of Sports Broadcasting with ESPN Sideline Reporter Olivia Harlan Dekker

Naz Perez is a TV Producer, Host & Podcaster. She got her production start on the hit daytime talk show Ellen, and then went on to produce for E!’s Live from the Red Carpet and the popular E! True Hollywood Story docu-series. After E!, she produced 5 seasons of number one prime-time show ABC’s The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and Bachelor in Paradise and 2 Bachelor spin-off series on Freeform called Happily Ever After. She left reality TV in 2017 to pursue a career on camera and is currently an on-camera host for Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango, The Los Angeles Dodgers, T-Mobile, and The I Don’t Get It Podcast. She has also worked for various digital outlets including but not limited to; Clever, ATTN, & Citizen Watch. In addition to hosting, Naz is the founder of a support group for people that are heart broken called Heart Broken Anonymous. This interview was SO. MUCH. FUN. Not only is Naz such a powerhouse, but she is funny and insightful as well. We talked about her journey in Hollywood, what channels her ambition and how to decide when to take a big leap in your career. She explains the power of authenticity, and that what makes you unique is your greatest strength. We also discuss Heart Broken Anonymous, the support group she has created for the broken hearted. She honors all forms of heartbreak, from breakups to job loss, death and homelessness. HBA is safe space to share, listen and grieve without judgement. While it is LA based, there are pop-ups around the country and she is currently hosting virtual meetings. Naz is the definition of a hard-working millennial: many titles, countless projects, and the drive to make this world a better, kinder place.    We also chat about: Behind the scenes of the Bachelor Franchise!! Her favorite celebrity interview (Hint: he is America's sweetheart) How she's staying sane in quarantine Why you should say yes to the internship   Resources: Instagram: @nazperez  @heartbroken_anonymous  Website: nazperez.com, heartbrokenanonymous.com Mentioned: The Obstacle Is the Way, The Daily 

Ep. 29- Hosting, Hollywood + Heart Broken Anonymous with Naz Perez

We are SO happy to share our interview with Dr. Tiffany! Dr. Tiffany Mullen is the CEO and cofounder of Vytal Health, a Milwaukee-based startup company. Vytal Health is a telemedicine-based platform marketplace specializing in functional medicine. Functional medicine is an approach to health care that works to resolve health problems by focusing on their root causes. Dr. Mullen received her medical degree from Midwestern University (Chicago, IL) and completed residency at St. Joseph’s Hospital (Phoenix, AZ). She is dually board-certified in family and integrative medicine and has additional certification in functional medicine. While employed at Aurora Health Care, she led the largest integrative medicine department in the US and created and deployed two digital health solutions for the enterprise before leaving in 2018 to launch Vytal Health.   Dr Tiffany is determined to bring back the connection between doctor and patient. She details the many benefits of using Vytal Health, from in-depth (think hour long!!!) consultations to simple in-home testing for conditions such as adrenal fatigue, gut health, men's health and hormonal imbalances. We talk about the importance of  supplements, choosing properly and how Vytal Health can personalize this process for you. We also touch on the current COVID-19 crisis. Their response has been HUGE, opening up to "pay as you can" ($0-$300) telehealth appointments that cover urgent care needs, triage care to see if you need testing for coronavirus, personalized immune support and more. Vytal Health focuses on "restoring humanity to healthcare,” working collaboratively with patients to find root causes and heal holistically.  We also chat about: The difference between functional and transactional medicine Turning OFF those notifications  Vytal Health payment options  How to tell if you need more Vitamin D (Hint: check your shadow!)  Resources: Instagram: @yourvytalhealth Website: www.vytalhealth.com 

Ep. 28- Holistic Health via Telemedicine and Takeaway Tips for this Crisis with Dr. Tiffany Mullen

On Ep 27, we're joined by our good friend, favorite nomad, and the founder of The Nomad's Kitchen, Will Spurway.  What better time to have a fun and lighthearted conversation with our pal across the pond. Spurway is from Somerset, England and is most passionate about sport and travel. With the help of football (soccer), he was able to leave home and move across the world to America at 19 to attend University. The adventure didn't stop there. He's since traveled to over 30 different countries, meeting new people, creating new experiences, and eventually, conjuring up his business plan. We chat with him about our longtime friendship and how he had a hand in introducing Dev and Jess to their now husbands. We cover the hows-and-whys of his landing in Milwaukee from his small home town, and his decision to travel the U.S. living out of a van (spoiler alert: it's not as glamorous as it seems on blogger sites). He also takes us through his solo journey around Central America and provides us some tips and tricks how to live on a budget. In traveling from place to place, The Nomad's Kitchen was inspired. The Nomad's Kitchen is an herbs and spices kit to help with eating on the road! It's designed by travelers, for travelers. The portable kitchen gives you all the tools you need to make food on the go, whether you are off camping, backpacking, or staying at a hostel. The mix of utensils and spices are neatly stored in a travel sized case, giving you the freedom you need to make your favorite dishes come meal time. We also chat about: His casual kidnapping in Tijuana The difference between $6/night and $9/night hostels Paint balling at Pablo Escobar's house How to reserve an overnight stay at Walmart   Resources: Instagram: @willyspurz // @thenomadskitchens Website: thenomadskitchens.com Happy Buddha Hostel Guatape: happybuddhaguatape.com Work + connect while traveling: www.workaway.info 

Ep. 27- A Fresh Perspective From Our Favorite Nomad, Will Spurway

It's girls night in...side our separate houses!  For the past 14 months, we have seen each other at least once a week. Creating and connecting in person has been a constant that we have taken for granted. Now that we are in this time of transition and separation, we realized a check-in was desperately needed! So we poured ourselves some wine, jumped on Zoom and recorded our very first, fully virtual podcast. In this episode, we touch base on adjusting to our "new normal." We discuss how it's going re-structuring our days, wrapping our heads around what is going on in our world, and how Tiger King is blowing our minds. We share the ups and downs of working from home with our significant others; or in Tash's case, trying to stay out of the way while Nick is on video meetings (spoiler alert: she has already failed and embarrassed herself greatly.)  We also share tips that have felt helpful combating anxiety and discuss the importance of getting over the "productivity guilt" and allowing ourselves to use this isolation in a way that feels good for our souls. This is a scary time full of uncertainty, but we do know there is light in the future. Hearing others share their feelings have helped us greatly in feeling less alone, and we hope this episode will do the same!  Stay healthy, stay safe, stay the f*** inside. xx Dev, Tash & Jess   We also chat about: Hilarious things we have found on the internet  Devan's rise to TikTok fame Shows and podcasts that we have been loving  How we have been supporting local businesses during this crisis   Resources: Bingeable shows: Tiger King, McMillions, Hunters Podcasts: Supernatural Tash's Twitter: @liltashieholbie  Feals CBD | Use code SHIFT for 50% off first order Yelp MKE  

Ep. 26- Quarantine Catch-Up

Welcome Christina Haidemenos, Co-Founder of Women's Entrepreneurship Week MKE! Women's Entrepreneurship Week is a week-long series of events designed to spark business and economic growth by showcasing, educating and connecting women entrepreneurs and professionals in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and beyond. Women from all backgrounds and their male allies attend events during the week to hear from strong women leaders in our own community. The 2019 events drew in over 2,700 attendees. This year's WEWMKE is scheduled for May 11-16, 2020. Christina has also worked for several years in Milwaukee's growing tech startup industry. She is currently a Client Success Manager at Socialeads, an AI platform that helps financial services companies and their advisors find signals in social media conversations to better serve their clients. We couldn't get enough of Christina! She walked us through WEWMKE: how it operates, what to expect and where to go. She then dove into the enormity of putting on a week-long event, detailing the constant complexities, road blocks and moving pieces. She emphasized how she and her business partners strive to create an inclusive, welcoming and educational space where no one is "too good or too new" to join in. Christina runs WEWMKE with her two close friends, which brings along its own unique strengths and challenges. Being no strangers to this, we had a great time breaking down the good, the bad and the ugly (mostly good) of owning a business with your friends. We discussed how sometimes you want to rip each others heads off, but also the unparalleled level of support you get when combining female friendship and a business partnership. The pod has not only strengthened our bond, but has given us the opportunity to connect with so many powerful women. We love that we are sharing Christina's episode honoring women's history month, as she shows us the perfect example of the incredible things we can create.    We also chat about: Our Bachelor finale predictions The difference between entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship  Women who inspire us in all kinds of ways!  Resources:  Instagram: @wewmke, @stinamariaaa Website: https://www.wewmke.com Mentioned: A Tribe Called Bliss, Simple Eats, The Mommypreneur Company, Almost 30 Podcast 

Ep. 25- Making Your Mess Your Message with Women's Entrepreneurship Week Co-Founder Christina Haidemenos

Join us on our ride as we gain the tools to shift towards a more mindful way of living and enhance our personal growth. Where we strive to make meaningful connections with ourselves and others, and learn to make conscious choices to do what feels right and have the willpower to say no to those that don’t. The pod covers topics such as wellness, navigating relationships, transformations, and all of our f*ck ups along the way. We have open conversations with inspiring humans around the world, and try some things way out of our comfort zones! This series is fun, elevating, unfiltered and a little messy because… shift happens.

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