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In this episode, I sit down with John Roedel for a conversation at the intersection of comedy, art, and storytelling.

We explore what it means to claim your role as the bard of your own life—learning to trust your inner voice, move through the noise of self-doubt, and actually show up for the work (yes, “butt in chair” counts as a spiritual practice).

We talk about creative confidence, silencing the inner gatekeeper, and the quiet shift from needing to be witnessed… to creating stories that become mirrors—spaces where others can see themselves and feel invited to share their own voice.

If you’ve ever wrestled with your inner critic or wondered if your art is “good enough,” you're gonna love this guest.

Maybe the most fearless thing we can do is stop trying to be liked, and just begin.

You can follow John and his work here: johnroedel.com

If you feel the nudge to share your own story—whatever the medium—I’d love to hear from you. Reach out on Instagram @deeplyfunnypodcast.

In this special episode of Deeply Funny, host Kristen Yaney is joined by improvisers Steph Harris (@stepharris) and Ben Cohen (famously anti-social) for a spirited conversation about creative collaboration and the origins of their latest characters. Then, things take a turn…

Enter Marsha and Marshall: fabulously wealthy, blissfully disconnected, and absolutely convinced they have the secret to a perfect marriage. Alongside their downstairs neighbor Beatrice, they tackle real relationship questions submitted by listeners—offering answers that are as questionable as they are hilarious.

This episode blends behind-the-scenes insight with live character improv, giving you a front-row seat to creative self-expression in action. It’s playful, weird, and totally new territory for the pod.

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Episode Description:
What happens when a life coach and an intuitive guide sit down to talk about the moment life wakes you up? In this episode of Deeply Funny, Kristen Yaney talks with life coach Stephen Schott about awakenings—the messy, surprising, sometimes uncomfortable moments that shift how we see ourselves and our lives. It’s an honest, warm conversation about growth, perspective, and the strange grace that can appear when things fall apart.

Find Stephen and his work on Instagram: @stephenschottlifecoaching

If this conversation resonates and you’d like to connect with Kristen Yaney for coaching, conversation, or community, you can reach her @deeplyfunnypodcast or visit royalgiftings.com

Content Note:

This episode includes discussion of suicide and suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised.

Support Resources:

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. In the U.S., you can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, for free and confidential support 24/7. If you are outside the U.S., please reach out to a local crisis line or mental health professional in your area. You deserve support, and you don’t have to navigate difficult moments alone.

As a follow up to this week's conversation on Creative Confidence, we are back with children's book author Andrew Newman.

Today he reads us his conscious story, "The Hug That Got Stuck." You'll want to curl up and listen to this heartwarming story again and again... and maybe, it will spark the joy to create something of your very own.

For more stories from Andrew Newman, visit ⁠consciousstories.com ⁠or to work together on creativity, visit https://training.andrewnewman.me/

Connect with the Deeply Funny podcast for Creative Coaching, Workshops & More: IG @deeplyfunnypodcast

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Today's conversation with children's book author Andrew Newman explores the medicine of creative self-expression, instills hope and courage for navigating the creative process, and challenges us to develop creative confidence along the way.

Bringing your ideas to life often takes a lot of work, and requires meeting yourself in the process. Bring in the wisdom and stories shared here in order to help support you along your own creative path.

*Make sure to catch the next Bonus Episode, where he reads one of his conscious bedtime stories to us, titled "The Hug That Got Stuck."

For more stories from Andrew Newman, visit consciousstories.com or to work together on creativity, visit https://training.andrewnewman.me/

Connect with the Deeply Funny podcast for Creative Coaching, Workshops & More: IG @deeplyfunnypodcast

⁠www.royalgiftings.com⁠

Multimedia artist & street photographer, Joyce McAndrews began Project: Co-Mingle in 2015, when she came upon a hand-painted sign in Seattle's South Lake Union neighborhood on a job site that read "Co-Mingle".

She thought the construction team was encouraging the community to get along during the demolition of another city block. Spoiler alert: That was not the case.

To Joyce's surprise, she gained unprecedented access to the construction site and was unconditionally welcomed into the wildly misperceived world of construction. She followed the crew for five years, documenting the rise of the Troy Block in 2018 and the Rainer Square Tower in 2020.

In this episode, Joyce McAndrews shares her story, revealing how her personal journey through trauma, loss, grief, and beauty was explored through the medium of Project: Co-Mingle.

We learn together the lessons that sometimes, we must face our greatest fears in order to create our own sense of Safety.

Show Notes:

• Learn more about our guest: joycemcandrews.com

• For workshops, events, or gift boxes find us at: royalgiftings.com

• Connect on social media @deeplyfunnypodcast

Today we are in conversation with Storyteller, Ro Verdeja. In this episode, Ro takes us back to the beginning of his storytelling journey, when he was street singing in Germany at 19 years old, and what he learned about human connection. If you've ever wondered the secret of how to ask for help or support, you'll want to listen to this episode. (Hint: it's the opposite of what you're thinking).

Ro Verdeja is a Storyteller, Musician, Executive Speaker Coach, Business Presentations Specialist, and Facilitator. Since 2018, Ro has contributed his expertise to the TEDx University of Washington conferences by coaching speakers, designing the master presentation, and compiling speakers’ presentations and talks.

With over 20 years of experience, Ro has helped presenters worldwide connect with their audiences through board presentations, sales presentations, idea pitches, trainings, fundraising campaigns, and consultant presentations. If you'd like to connect or book a call with Ro, you can find him on LinkedIn:

• ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ro-verdeja/⁠

Connect with us for Deeply Funny Coaching, Workshops & More:

• IG @deeplyfunnypodcast
• ⁠www.royalgiftings.com⁠

Hey lovers! This episode is all about PLEASURE. What better time of year to tap into self-love, pleasure, and showing yourself embodied devotion? This episode will light your soul on fire, and call you to be FREE.

Our guest this week is Goddess Brittney King, who is here to remind you that Pleasure is a birthright. She is a spark of joy, freedom, and creative self-expression, showing up in this world as a witchy, queer, free loving Goddess who lives in devotion to Pleasure for every being.

Did you love this episode, and want in on the pleasure party? We have three ways to engage:

#1. Show yourself or a friend some love to heighten your PLEASURE! For Sensory or Luxury gift boxes, head over to Royal Giftings site or @RoyalGiftings

#2. For more information on Goddess Brittney King and the Full Body Yes! Retreat, check out her site or @goddessbrittneyking, or listen to the Honest Feedback Podcast.

#3. Connect with the Deeply funny Podcast! We invite you to Share, Like, or Follow the show, or tell us what you thought @deeplyfunnypodcast on socials. What is something you will do to bring more pleasure into your life this year?

xoxo,

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