I Am All This with Kait Hurley

This podcast episode is the first lecture in our new Meditation 101 program that starts on Monday, September 14th. Listen in for a conversation and practice with Kait's teacher Kimberly Carson (MPH), whose unique experience combines ancient wisdom with scientific research. In this discussion, Kimberly breaks down common misconceptions about meditation. She also explains why the goal of meditation isn't to clear your mind of thoughts, how you're not failing if you don't feel calm, and more. To wrap up the conversation, Kimberly leads a 10-minute meditation practice designed to stabilize attention and de-escalate the nervous system using the breath. If you're interested in joining us for Meditation 101, sign up at kaithurley.com/programs/meditation-101. 

As the Founding Director of the Community Justice Action Fund, Amber and her organization work on policy, education, resource building, and leadership development in communities of color to end gun violence. In this show, Amber talks about how gun violence is a public health crisis that requires a holistic approach, some common misconceptions when working towards lasting and meaningful change, and so much more. Listen in, and please support Amber and her critical work by sharing the show and donating to CJ Action Fund if you can.

Music isn't just for our entertainment. It emerged as a response to oppression. This week's episode features Sherman Harris, a DJ who has spent decades in the music industry playing at parties, appearing at festivals, and working as a radio show producer and host. In this show, Sherman shares his passion for music, and he explains how dance music, rap, hip hop, and R&B came from Black culture and Black artists. My biggest takeaway from the show is that when I listen to music without understanding the context in which it was made, I'm missing the whole point and causing harm. Music is a chance for us to better understand what other people's experiences are like. I hope this podcast episode with Sherman helps you appreciate music in a deeper way—which includes honoring Black artists and the movement behind them. Connect with Sherman on Instagram at @djtoofine. Listen to his amazing party mixes at soundcloud.com/djtoofine. 

This episode addresses some issues and themes that have been coming up since Black Lives Matter and the global pandemic took center stage. Movement and meditation can't fix white supremacy or keep us safe from COVID-19, but it can give us the clarity we need to stay present, loving, and open during this difficult and wild time. Listen in for a special message from me about how my practice has supported me, how it might be supportive for you too, some initiatives me and my team are rolling out, and more. This show is more personal. I'm so grateful you're a part of this community. 

Are you familiar with dietitian Victoria Myers and her online education center Nourishing Minds Nutrition? I adore this woman and her holistic approach practicing wellness without obsession. In this conversation, Victoria explains what intuitive eating is (and what it's not), why she chooses body respect over body positivity, some basics when it comes to hormone health, why birth control isn't the enemy, and so much more. At one point during the show Victoria reminds us that our bodies know how to heal if we just let them. I love her encouragement to do less and keep it simple. Join one of Victoria's online courses at nourishingmindsnutrition.com or plug into her Instagram community at @victoriamyers_/.

Robyn Downs is a friend, researcher, author of the book "The Feel Good Effect," and podcast host. In this episode we talk about research-based wellness mindset blocks—aka: what might be holding you back from truly feeling good. Robyn also dishes on how small shifts in our daily habits can lead to big change, and she educates on compassion as being not just transformative for ourselves as individuals, but how it can actually help us connect deeper to others and serve our communities. What Robyn offers is so radically simple and logical. Listening to this show will likely teach you something new. It will for sure remind you of a truth that you've been overlooking. Connect with Robyn at realfoodwholelife.com and catch her on Instagram at @realfoodwholelife.

Sara Clark is an international vinyasa yoga teacher with over two decades of experience. She's graced the covers of several major magazines, and she's known for her compassionate flows that make every student feel welcome in her classes. In this episode, Sara reveals what drew her to yoga in the first place, her process for becoming a teacher even though she was terrified to teach, why rest is so critical (and challenging!) to cultivate, and more. I love this episode because it highlights the beauty and messiness of life and reminds me of some simple truths that we tend to overlook. Plug into Sara's community on Instagram at @saraclarkyoga. Keep in touch with her latest happenings at saraclarkyoga.com.

Rachel Ricketts is a writer, speaker, antiracism educator, and champion for Womxn of Color. In this episode we discuss racism, how it shows up in the health and wellness space, what spiritual bypassing means, why embracing emotions like anger and grief are critical to changing ourselves and the world, and so much more. Access Rachel's online courses at rachelricketts.com. Connect with her on Instagram at @iamrachelricketts.

After this interview with content creator and speech pathologist Olivia Noceda, I want to be best friends with her. I’m curious if you’ll feel that way too! In this episode, Olivia and I discuss her experience with anxiety and mental health struggles, what a real-life meditation practice looks like, how to use social media in a way that brings you joy, and more. Find Olivia on Instagram at @olive.eeeats.

Lisa Hayim is a registered dietitian with a Master’s degree in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Columbia University. Having crossed the line herself, Lisa understands the fine line between eating healthy and becoming obsessive about it. In this episode, we dive into what mindful eating is, what it isn’t, and some practical strategies to foster more self-trust when it comes to nourishing you now. Important note: We do discuss eating disorders and disordered eating, so if that’s something that you’d rather avoid, this episode is not for you. During the show, Lisa mentions this dressing from Veggiekins as one of her favorites. Connect with her on Instagram at @thewellnecessities. Learn about her offerings and online courses at thewellnecessities.com.