I’m Intrigued!

In this episode, I sit down with Stephen Parcalidis, founder of World Trippin Media, to talk about how he went from filming YouTube travel videos to building a successful marketing agency in Vietnam.

Stephen is an incredible storyteller — honest, funny, and full of insights that make the conversation both inspiring and easy to connect with.

We get into the mindset behind entrepreneurship, balancing creativity with business, and navigating growth, self-doubt, and burnout.

Stephen also shares what it’s really like to build a business abroad, create meaningful client relationships, and build a life you can feel genuinely confident in.

We also touch on reinvention, staying grounded during uncertainty, and the habits that support long-term creative and professional success.

If you’re into content creation, entrepreneurship, or simply love a good story with real lessons behind it, this episode is one you genuinely won’t want to miss.

Guest Contact Info:

Website: https://www.worldtrippinmedia.com

Instagram: @world.trippin https://www.instagram.com/world.trippin

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldtrippinmedia

In this episode, we sit down with Clarissa Say — a core member of the Environmental Reporting Collective, storyteller for Bright Spots Energy, and a Global Mental Health Chevening Scholar whose work lies at the intersection of storytelling, psychology, and justice. With 7 years of journalism uncovering hidden truths and 5 years in mental health advocacy challenging shame, she brings a rare, grounded perspective shaped by life across the U.S. and Malaysia.

A Peabody nominee with recognition from SOPA, Kajai, World Digital Media, and the United Nations Malaysia Award, she joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on social justice, drug decriminalization, racism, the death penalty, mental health, and the mindsets that hold societies together — or keep them stuck. We explore what drives people from awareness to action, what punishment really says about our moral values, how cultural diversity shapes justice, and why social justice can be a form of self-care.

If you care about the world but often feel overwhelmed or powerless, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a way forward.

DISCLAIMER :

This episode discusses sensitive topics including racism, mental health, drug decriminalization, and the death penalty. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute professional legal or medical advice.

Contact info:

Instagram: @clarissasay

Linkedin: Clarissa Say

What does it really mean for an animal to be sentient? How do scientists study animal emotions, and what are the ethical implications when we recognize that animals can think, feel, and suffer?

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Neale, Director of Sentience at Animals Asia to explore the science and ethics of animal sentience — and what this understanding means for animal welfare, animal rights, and our everyday choices.

We discuss:

• How scientists define and measure sentience in animals

• Which species are now recognized as sentient — from mammals and birds to fish, octopuses, and even insects

• How recognizing animal emotions is changing laws, farming, research, and entertainment

• Cultural and spiritual perspectives on sentience across Western, Eastern, and Indigenous societies

• What the future of animal protection could look like as awareness continues to grow

If you’ve ever wondered whether animals feel pain like we do — or what we owe them if they do — this conversation will challenge and inspire you to rethink our shared place on this planet.

Contact info:

• Animals Asia website: https://www.animalsasia.org/
• Dave Neale Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-neale-5a508561?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
• Animals Asia Linkedin page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/animals-asia/

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of energy healing — from sound and vibration to movement, Reiki, and channeled meditation.

Our guest, Christiana Kyratzouli shares how she blends ancient wisdom with modern understanding of the nervous system to help people release stored emotions and reconnect with their inner balance.

We explore what actually happens in a sound healing session, how movement becomes a form of emotional release, and how intuition and channeling can guide personal transformation.

Whether you’re curious, skeptical, or already on your healing journey, this conversation offers grounded insights and practical ways to bring mindful energy practices into your daily life.

Contact info:

Instagram: @christianakyratzouli

Website: greek-shades.com

What if your breathing and tongue position were affecting your sleep, mood, and focus? In this eye-opening episode,  orthodontist, stomatologist, and myofunctional therapist Dr. Anastasia Vasileiou, reveals how oral function connects to the whole body.

We cover sleep apnea, mewing, mouth breathing, how parents can support healthy jaw growth in kids and much more.

Contacts:

Website: https://myofunctionaltherapy-avs.online

Buy E-book: Return to function by Dr. Anastasia Vasileiou

https://a.co/d/g3sPtoD

Instagram: @dr.anastasia_vasileiou

In this episode, I speak with Hoàng Kim Hiếu, a Vietnamese photographer and emerging filmmaker, about the realities of being an artist in Vietnam. Having lived in Germany and the Netherlands, Hiếu shares how artists are perceived differently abroad and at home, and why these cultural contrasts matter. We explore the role of art as a language—one that can raise awareness, challenge stigma around mental health, and spark important conversations.

From self-doubt to the balance between talent and hard work, this is a deep and honest look at creativity, culture, and the struggles behind the art.

Contacts:

Instagram: kimhieu.hoang

Facebook: Kim Hiếu Hoàng

In this episode, we sit down with a unique guest —Dr.Trupti Gokani, a doctor who bridges modern neurology and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom.

We explore how stress affects the brain and gut, the deeper meaning behind emotional triggers, and how community and spirituality play key roles in healing. Whether you're new to Ayurveda or curious about how science and tradition can work together, this conversation offers powerful insights into holistic health.

Contact info:

Website: https://truptigokanimd.com

Instagram: @drgokani

Facebook: Trupti Gokani MD

YouTube: @DoctorGokani

Buy her recently released book Stress RX:

https://www.amazon.com/Stress-Neurologists-Ayurvedic-Prescription-Happiness/dp/1964686369?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLDSB1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp9qOgjN4LHHlm93NmDRz-D2hFforCv2MaqfsL7LgUKElZeZs1UVha2_BBPF__aem_rf3dDgIfUumlDg97ptCp1g

In this episode, we shine a light on the journey from exploitation to empowerment. Eva-Lena Hellmark, is the Director of Threads of Hope Hellas,  a social enterprise that employs survivors of human trafficking, teaching them to sew and create handmade clothing. 

Through dignified work, skill-building, and creativity, these women are reclaiming their independence and reintegrating into society. We explore the realities of trafficking, the healing power of meaningful work, and how ethical fashion can be a tool for change.

Contact info:

Website: https://threadsofhopehellas.org

Instagram: threadsofhopehellas

In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker, poet, and writer Issabella Orlando, to explore the messy, magical process of creating. We dive into the making of her latest mini documentary, how she navigates self-doubt and perfectionism, and why she believes that everyone is creative—whether they think they are or not. An honest, inspiring conversation for artists and dreamers alike.

Contact info:

Website: www.issabellaorlando.com

Instagram: @issabellaorlando

What does it take to rebuild a life after addiction and trauma? In this episode, our guest, Paris Le Maistre from the sh*ts F*cked podcast, courageously shares her journey through addiction, alcohol dependency, and escorting — and how she found healing and purpose on the other side.

Her mission is clear: break the silence, end the stigma, and empower others to seek help and believe in recovery.

An inspiring stor

Contacts:

Sh*ts F*cked podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3d8pexQmeW11GizWVq0uzK?si=9d5c35f598234f0e

Facebook: Shts Fcked https://www.facebook.com/share/15rPdXdJgR/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Instagram: @shtsfcked