Kefi Life

124: Live On & Follow Your Dreams When Life Throws You a Painful Obstacle

Ellie Strong : Helping families that have been affected by cancer “Live on, and Follow their Dreams.” 

Ellie Cuiching

Kiki and Kyle

Today's Lexi: 

Βοήθεια - Voítheia - Help

In Today’s Episode:

Kyle Cuiching, founder of the Ellie Strong Foundation, joins the show to tell us her truly remarkable story of how she turned her family’s tragedy into an ever-growing and helpful foundation.

Kyle, the brave and sweet mother of Ellie, has created ELLIE STRONG to share support, love, and dignity for families who have a loved one go through the cancer process.

How does a community impact those suffering?  What is the Ellie Spirit that can truly alter our day-to day living, and how do toiletries really help those caring for cancer patients?

Why did NFL player Bret Farve and comedian Paul Rudd become interested in supporting this foundation?

Ellie, a sweet girl who loved pets and cheerleading decided to keep on with her dreams during the most painful moments of her life, and you can too with her powerful story.

Get inspired today to live on and follow your dreams when life throws you a painful obstacle.

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Turn Adversity in to Opportunity

Resources:

• Live On Follow Your Dreams

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

123: Couples Wellness — How to Reach Your Fitness Goals Together!

Today Kefi Life® introduces you to newlywed couple, Callie and Brock Liston. Both Callie and Brock come from competitive sports and now live healthfully without the contest.

Kiki, Callie and Brock

Today's Lexi: 

Νεόνυμφος - Neónymfos - Newlywed

In Today’s Episode:

Today’s show is all about how couples can keep each other healthy and well! Former college athletes Callie and Brock Liston share little steps you can take to set yourself up for success.

Brock shares his fitness journey from regimented college athlete, when exercise felt like a chore, to thinking of his time at the gym as as an opportunity to unplug, and do something for himself  — “me time.”

Callie talks about the power of exercising in a group and shares her #1 tip for staying motivated: finding exercise that you love!

Tune in to learn how to incorporate exercise into your day even if you have a busy, inconsistent schedule. Also, discover tips for meal prep on the go — knowing your options if you go out to eat can make all the difference!

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Support will get you to finish line

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

122: Wooden Paddle Spotlights Wood-Fire Pizza and Celebrity Chef Patrick!

Get ready for a delicious journey with chef Patrick Cassata. Don't miss out on the good vibes and great flavor of the wood-fired pizza from Wooden Paddle!

Kiki with Brianna, Jonathan, and Patrick

Today's Lexi: 

πίτσα - Pítsa - Pizza

In Today’s Episode:

This week, the video and audio odyssey continue with the lovely Jonathan and Brianna Cowen, as well as celebrity chef Patrick Cassata. They join Kiki in the studio for a peek at their engaging and sharing menu. Check out the Bougie Bevvies and wood-fire pizza; find out about their artsy cocktails. This trio has passion for food, and you will love the flavors and vibe of their Wooden Paddle.

Good-time energy.

Wood-fire pizza at its finest.

Join us for the delicious details. 

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Put the unexpected with the expected

Resources:

• WoodenPaddle.com

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

121: Spira Farms Brings Health to Your Table with Micro Greens!

Spira Farms founders Chris and Caitlin Borek join the Kefi Life® podcast on our first ever video episode to teach us all about microgreens. What are they? Why should we be eating them? How do they differ from sprouts? And much more!

Today's Lexi: 

τοπικός -Topikos - Local

In Today’s Episode:

Chris and Caitlyn Borek are here to spread the word about the health benefits of microgreens! Learn about the vertical farming process and why buying produce from local farms matters. Did you know eating vegetables in their microgreen stage makes them 40% more nutritious?

Caitlyn shares some fun ways to incorporate microgreens into your diet - not just salads, they’re great on pizza, eggs, and smoothies too! Chris shares his journey from the tech world to vertical farming.

How can we maximize the amount of nutrients we consume in our food?

Which nutrient profiles can help fight and prevent disease?

Caitlyn and Chris share their goal to support sustainability. “We provide plant-based packaging, use 95% less water than traditional farming, and the food doesn't have to travel 3000 miles. Oh, did we also mention indoor farming means no pesticides?”

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Live to prevent disease

Resources:

• Spira.Farm

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

120. Coming to a Screen Near You!

This week on Kefi L!fe, Kiki shares BIG NEWS about what’s ahead this season.

Kiki on location at Spira Farms

She introduces the idea of “Meraki,” and why Summer 2023 is about to get exciting on screen!

Ola Kala - All is Well when you stay connected with Kefi L!fe every Thursday.

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife_)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

119: Kitchen Instinct — Intuitive Cooking

Kitchen Instinct Founder Ana Cortes joins Kefi L!fe all the way from Madrid, Spain to show you how cooking with love provides food for the soul.  You will learn basics of flavor, and you’ll discover how to cook creatively — because one dish has infinite possibilities.

Ana Cortes

Today's Lexi: 

Μπαχαρικά - Bacharika - Spices

In Today’s Episode:

Cook and Pastry Chef Ana Cortes imparts Intuitive Cooking wisdom which will inspire you to believe in the magic of your personal kitchen.  Ana believes that you can make a difference with food, you can better yourself with food, and you can cook like a pro if you know about how flavors work. Lose your fear of making a mistake with a recipe, and listen to your taste buds!

All the way from Madrid, Spain, we are inspired and educated by Ana Cortes. With her world travels and experience, Ana has developed a discerning taste for great food and memorable flavorful meals. 

Ana’s method to help you cook with creativity and passion is called Kitchen Instinct – Intuitive Cooking. 

How do we make cooking creative and fun?

How do you add flavor to food to make a mouth sensation?

What about the use of herbs and spices and pairing them correctly?

Ana shares a great example of how tomato sauce can take on various flavor profiles depending on the herbs and spices used.  Suddenly, one dish can have infinite possibilities.

Additionally, how is food a form of self-care?  How does cooking create self-esteem, and what are secrets to food pairings and creating memorable flavors?

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Read labels for the health of it!  

Resources:

• About Kitchen Instinct

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

118. Emotional Fitness

The human has 6 basic emotions. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer Nikki Graybill teaches us how to emphasize the positive ones and remove the toxic ones through fitness. 

Nikki Graybill

Today's Lexi: 

Απαχος - Apachos - Lean

In Today’s Episode:

Certified Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer Nikki Graybill guides the Kefi L!fe community to keep that energy level positive and balanced.   

So much to learn and think about today, including the concept of Cardio Yoga and the practice of emotional fitness. 

Your posture says a lot about how you are feeling, and you can work on this with simple techniques. 

Have you ever tired breathing and moving through your problems?

What are the 6 basic emotions, and how many of them are positive?

Pull-ups, push-ups, spinal rotations, and reaching each have emotional benefits. 

Find out what they are when Nikki describes each movement.

Finally, this is more than chit chat…this is science-backed … check out Amy Cuddy (after you finish this Kefi L!fe interview with Nikki). The power of posture!

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Dig deep. 

Resources:

Nikki Graybill Fitness 

Strong Like Silk

Ted Talk with Amy Cuddy- Your Posture Shapes You

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

117. Beyond Antiquity — An Artist’s Rendition

Opening Night at “Beyond Antiquity” sets the stage for Kiki to capture the essence of artist Yanni Fotiadis’ exhibit at the National Hellenic Museum in Chicago. 

Yanni Fotiadis

Today's Lexi: 

Φωτισμός - Fotismós - Illumination

In Today’s Episode:

The National Hellenic Museum is proud to present Beyond Antiquity, a new exhibition from Greek American architect and artist John “Yanni” Fotiadis.

In a series of nearly 40 drawings, paintings, and digital artworks, curated by Dr. Katherine Kelaidis, Fotiadis explores classical antiquity in Greece and takes us into the present and future via the same subjects: architecture, myth, and landscape. Classical antiquity is omnipresent in Greece, where you can glance up from a cosmopolitan street in Athens and see the 2500-year-old Parthenon. The ancient past is woven into the cultural legacy of the country physically, psychologically, intellectually, and emotionally. It is an immense, epic, and unavoidable presence that inspires all of Fotiadis’ art.

Kiki had the distinct and lovely opportunity to meet and interview Yanni about his exhibit on opening night.  A multi-talented artist, Yanni provides insight and inspiration about his work in their conversation. 

Today you will learn about the light of Greece and how it inspires architect and artist Yanni Fotiadis. 

The works in Beyond Antiquity—whether depicting classical architectural forms or imagining new metaphysical environments—ask the viewer fundamental questions about our relationship to the past and the future, the everlasting, and the ephemeral.

Also: find out how Yanni’s talent was showcased at the New York Stock Exchange.  Hint hint… Milwaukee Bucks basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo has much to do with this one!!!!

“When a man is eager and willing, the gods join in…” 

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Learn one new thing a day every day.

Resources:

National Hellenic Museum 

Yanni Fotiadis

From Yanni’s Brain…BLOG

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

116. Your Feet Are the Focus Today!

Barefoot Specialist Nikki Graybill spotlights Barefoot Training — a different kind of training to support Total Body Wellness. Become strong from the ground up. 

Nikki Graybill 

Today's Lexi: 

Ξυπόλυτος - Xypólytos - Barefoot

In Today’s Episode:

Barefoot Specialist Nikki Graybill chimes in from sunny Florida to do some foot talk.  Nikki is an accredited fitness trainer, and during her education has added Barefoot training to her repertoire.  During this episode you will learn about the feet and how to work them in order to move better.  Discover what the first steps to training are and what are some of the healthy sensories to strengthen your feet. 

You will also find out about grounding, and you get the opportunity to do Barefoot warm-up with Nikki.

The feet have it, and you can get your ready for summer by listening to this episode with Kiki and Nikki!

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Five Senses Examples

Resources:

• Cardio Yoga

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

115. Harvest Your Potential with the American Farm School — Thessaloniki, Greece

American Farm School: a program to teach the principles of being stewards of the land while developing the whole person.

Matina Marks

Today's Lexi: 

Σχολείο - Scholeio - School

In Today’s Episode:

Philanthropy Associate Matina Marks chimes in to spread the good word on American Farm School in Thessaloniki, Greece.  A century old, this institution applies its hallmark Learn By Doing approach to educate students of all ages toward responsible stewardship in the areas of agriculture, food systems, the environment, and other life sciences related to a sustainable future.

Matina answers many questions, including who the school is for, and how the American Farm School has evolved over the decades.

Learn about Thessaloniki and Athens! Discover more about the founder and president of American Farm School along with the mission for future generations.

What are the four key components of the Greek Summer Program?

One of the activities for students to develop whole-person wellness is to travel to a place called Metamorphosis in Chalkidki.

In today's important episode, learn about a unique and inspiring educational opportunity that promotes whole person wellness, as well as discover The Taste of AFS fundraiser!

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

Resources:

• American Farm School's Website

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Insta: @kefilife_

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.