Have you heard of the religious sex cult called the Children of God ? Or how about you personally were part of a cult? Cult life is an organization or community that fascinates and scares people. In fact, we all know on some level there's something that doesn't feel in alignment when it comes to cult communities. My beautiful, brave, and powerful friend, Angel DeSantis discusses and shares her story of growing up and leaving the Children of God at the age of 26 years. Her story is powerful and moving. She sheds some light on questions we may have about what cult life is truly like behind closed doors. Angel is a trauma counselor, a yoga teacher, and an empowered woman. Join host, Mel Afflerbach & guest Angel DeSantis discuss her story. 

To follow Angel and to listen to her “Cult Storytime,” head over to her

YouTube channel. 

YouTube: Angel DeSantis Instagram: whatisangeldoing Website: www.angeldesantis.com

Green Juice & Tequila Podcast Audio Engineer & Editor: Matt Afflerbach Photos: Laura Morsmon Photography Host: Mel Afflerbach

Yoga continues to be a loved and valued practice all over the world for centuries, what if you could go to college and major in YOGA? Or how about layering the practices and benefits of yoga into your medical practice or therapy career? Well, Austin's favorite + well known yoga teacher, Zoe Mantarakis is doing just that at the University of Texas. Creating a yoga program for college students to learn and add to their one-day careers. Join host, Mel Aflerbach and yoga teacher, and UT Professor, Zoe, discuss topic's of Yoga Business, the evolving world of Yoga, and how you can take yoga at UT Austin.

Zoe was one of Mel's first teachers in the Austin Texas area over 13 years ago. Listen to these two discuss, laugh, and ideas for the yoga industry.

Follow Zoe:

Instagram: @welovezoe

This gal has changed a lot of professional athletes and a lot of women's bodies over the past 15 years. Headquartered in Austin, Tx, meet elite pilates instructor and studio owner, Liza Edebor. We get into topics like Divorce, being a single mom and running a state of the arc, successful pilates business, how to run a successful & profitable studio, and how Micheal Jordan is her hero and has shaped every ounce of her competitive being. This is probably why Liza trains some of the most well known and successful athletes in the NFL and NBA. We have a lot to learn from this girl. Listen and join Host, Mel Afflerbach, in this episode of Green Juice and Tequila!

To learn more about Liza and her kick ass pilate fusion classes:

IG: @elitecorepilates

Website:

www.elitecorepilates.com

Yoga teachers, this is an episode you do not want to miss!

The industry of yoga has evolved over the past 20 years and the city of Austin Tx has some pretty deep yoga roots. Join host, Mel Afflerbach, and local yoga teacher, trainer & transpersonal psychologist, Gioconda Parker, as they discuss topics like teaching yoga, leaving a Yoga Cult, the shadows of the yoga community, and what inspires Gia to build her brand around her life experiences. Gioconda is one of the most influential yoga teachers in our city. Her teachings have impacted so many in the yoga community, Mel included! Listen in & get ready, you may be inspired to become a yoga teacher yourself!

To Follow Gioconda & to learn more about her trainings, retreats, & class offerings:

IG @giocondateacher & @thebodyresilient

Website:

www.giocondayoga.com

Austin Tx has one of the largest women in business networks than any other city in the U.S, we'd like to think that is because of this amazing organization of ladies at Austin Woman Magazine. Melinda Garvey, founder of Austin Woman Magazine & On The Dot, has been connecting & highlighting women based businesses and products for over 15 years. Join host, Mel Afflerbach & guest, Melinda Garvey as they discuss topics like Being a Woman in Business and Tech, How the #Metoo Movement has allowed women to speak their truths and their experiences in the workforce, and most importantly what inspired Melinda to be such an advocate for women and women networking for the city of Austin. Melinda started Austin Woman Magazine for many reasons and she has A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT on her new endeavor, listen to this episode to find out!!

Oh, and don't miss out on nan awesome Tequila based cocktail recipe using ingredients from local female companies!!!

Discover & Support Austin Woman Magazine:

www.atxwoman.com

Follow Austin Woman & On The Dot:

IG: @austinwoman + @onthedot

S2 E 17 : Ladies, meet fitness mama, recovering alcoholic, boy mom & powerful fit mama -- Ashley King! This episode we discuss topics like lifting vs. cardio and how important it is for women, as we age, to pick up some heavy weights & eat whole foods.... it's surprising to hear from our Health Coach and World renowned fitness trainer, that women aren't eating enough! Ashley says, "the older we get, we dump our muscle; we have to fill our bodies back up with muscle." She tells how and why. Not only is this mama an entrepreneur but she is raising three boys, went through divorce, found love, and is building an online fitness training empire! Holy smokes, you DO NOT want to miss this episode! Join host, Mel Afflerbach and Ashley King on Green Juice and Tequila Season 2.

Follow Ashley King :

IG @ashleykingfitness

Join her online fitness program:

www.ashleykingfitness.com

See her on Youtube:

@AShleyKing

When you live life in the spotlight, you have the power to influence and inspire others! Amanda Tatom does just that for so many!

Join host Mel Afflerbach in Green Juice & Tequila's Season 2 launch with special guest & Austin TX beloved media influencer, Amanda Tatom. Amanda shares her story of life in the news, experiencing hard divorce and being a single mom to three precious daughters, and how to use social media platforms to support other local & women based businesses. You may have seen Amanda on the Austin, Dallas, and Waco news stations over the years sharing her passion behind the camera! Her story will inspire you and maybe make you giggle or even cry. Amanda says, "Life keeps coming for us," and she keeps truckin forward with a huge smile on her face. This mama inspires so many women with her authentic connections, excited for you all to listen to this episode!!!

Amanda's Blog:

www.adlibbinglife.com

FOLLOW Amanda:

IG | @amandatatom

FB | www.facebook.com/amandatatom512/

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Audio + Sound Engineer: Matt Afflerbach

Cover Photo : Laura Morsman Photography

Did you know that only 2.2 % of women entrepreneurs actually get funded? This was a driving factor for Sara Brand to start the first Women Venture Capitalist in Austin, Tx - True Wealth Ventures. Join host, Mel Afflerbach and Sara Brand discuss topics like Women in Tech, the risks and myths of investing into women, the vibe of working in Silicon Valley as a woman, and of course, hearing how successful women can multitask as a mama, wife and yogi. This is an episode you DO NOT want to miss!!!

More details on True Wealth Ventures ::

www.truewealthvc.com

Ever wonder what steps to take getting out of job you're not happy with and how to start your own business? Or how about going into a business with your mama? Well, Audrey Craig, CEO of GB Design House did just that! Over 10 years ago she left corporate america to start her own business designing top notch party favors for weddings, corporate functions, and really just about any event you need custom designs for! Join host Mel Afflerbach, and special guest Audrey Craig discuss starting your own business, celebrity weddings, work & family life balance, and how smacking your mouth drives this chick nuts!!!!

Follow more info on GB Design House ::

www.gbdesignhouse.com

Instagram -@gbdesignhouse

Starting a business as a woman can be one of the most exciting, challenging, yet rewarding experiences BUT so can selling your business too!!! Join host Mel Afflerbach and her dear friend, women entrepreneur, yogi, and Life Coach, Kylie Clayborne as they discuss the highs & lows of starting and selling a successful business. Just wait to hear our stories about UFO's, London Fogs, and Kylie's little gold insightful nuggets on "How do you know what's your life's purpose?" . Don't wait for it, Create it!!!!!

For more info on Kylie's services ::

www.kylieclayborne.com

Follow Kylie :

Instagram @kylieclayborne

Sound Engineer + Editing by Matt Afflerbach

Photos by Laura Churchill Morsmon