#20: This week’s episode is the season finale of Batch One of Kombuchat! Take a look back with us at some of our favorite episodes, topics, and random musings from this season. Plus: baby birds, determining if our new year resolutions held up, planning a comedy roast, SUMMER, and a review of Humm's Blueberry Mint kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.
 

WHERE TO FIND THE GIRLS//

https://www.instagram.com/blondontherun/

https://www.instagram.com/olivihuh/
 

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#19: This week’s topic was written in the stars! We’re diving deep into our horoscopes and star charts with our sun, moon, rising, houses, and chart leaders-- all with astrologer Rowan Oliver. Rowan reads our charts, explains their style of queer traditional astrology, gives us a brief history of astrology, recommends where to read your horoscope, and so much more! Plus: Mercury Retrograde, summer camp, full moons, dessert names, Tillamook ice cream sandwiches, Sonic nerd slushies, kid kombuchas, and a review of Health Aide’s Watermelon kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.

DEAL: Use code KOMBUCHAT at checkout at rowastrology.com through 07/31/31 for a discount on your chart reading!

WHERE TO FIND & SUPPORT ROWAN OLIVER//

About the Guest: Rowan Oliver (they/them) is an astrologer, writer, and performance artist based in Seattle, WA. As a lifelong Virgo, Rowan has always been interested in knowing how people tick. After years of casual astrology enthusiasm and astro-meme-making, Rowan deepened their studies into the language of the stars and began practicing professionally in 2018. Their practice draws on techniques and foundations from Hellenistic traditional astrology, the oldest known system of astrological interpretation, tailored to the realities of the modern era. 

Rowan views the stars through a queer, trauma-informed lens, and uses their lived experiences in these areas as a guide to make their astrology as healing, guiding, and uplifting as possible. By holding space for the intricacies of the human experience, they assist long-time students of astrology and newcomers alike in their quest for deeper understanding of the cosmos, and by extension, themselves. 

Rowan is available for natal, relationship, and predictive astrology consultations at their website, rowastrology.com. Follow them at https://twitter.com/rowastrology and https://www.instagram.com/rowastrology/. 

WHERE TO FIND THE GIRLS//

https://www.instagram.com/blondontherun/

https://www.instagram.com/olivihuh/

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#18: This week’s topic is moving: from fitness changes to moving forward with a social calendar to Olivia’s upcoming move across the 405, it’s time for summer and we’re catching up with you on what we’re up to this season. Plus: small talk with strangers, we love a delivery, balloon bouquets versus flowers with a creepy twist, and a review of GT’s Golden Pineapple kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.

WHERE TO FIND THE GIRLS//

https://www.instagram.com/blondontherun/

https://www.instagram.com/olivihuh/

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#17: This week WeWork’s CEO called people who work from home the “least engaged.” The girls have a few things to say about this… and he wouldn’t like them. Plus: tips and trips for scheduling your day, Zoom fatigue is reallll, having a social life, the roaring 20s might be making a comeback, and a review of GT’s Synergy Raw  kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.

 
WHERE TO FIND THE GIRLS//

https://www.instagram.com/blondontherun/

https://www.instagram.com/olivihuh/

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https://www.businessinsider.com/wework-ceo-least-engaged-workers-comfortable-wfh-2021-5

https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/i-predict-your-predictions-are-wrong/611896/ 

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#16: Some people have lived their lives somewhat normally during the pandemic. But for those who haven’t and have been more isolated, with vaccines and restrictions lifting in some areas, it’s time to start thinking about what you want your life to look like after the pandemic. How do you want to spend your time? What should stay and what should go? That’s right: you can own this and we’ve got some helpful tips to help you do it with our guest, Licensed Professional Counselor Marco Macaluso! This episode is all about mindset: deciding what you want to return to and what you don’t, what to do if you have anxiety about getting back to “normal life”, how to check in with yourself if you get into a situation that feels overwhelming, and more! Plus: socks, lavender, and the girls review Humm's Coconut Lime kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.

About the Guest: Marco Macaluso, MA LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado. He owns his own private practice working with clients who encounter mental health conditions. He is also a Behavioral Health Consultant with The Steadman Group focusing on mental health and substance use services within the criminal justice system. He has worked in the mental health field for the past 10 years from several different behavioral health settings and has developed behavioral health programs across the country within the criminal justice system. His current passion and focus is improving behavioral health programs within Colorado jails for the incarcerated population. Outside of work he enjoys golfing, reading, fishing and spending time with his wife, two young children, and traveling to Florida. 

 
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https://www.marcomacalusocounseling.com/

http://instagram.com/mindfultransitioncounseling

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https://moodhealth.com/

https://sondermind.com/

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#15: What’s that saying about loving yourself first? We’re getting into it on this week’s episode! We dive into: how to love yourself before someone else, how therapy can be good for your personal and family relationships, how to decide on a therapist, and more! Our guest is the fabulous Kevin Blake Dwyer who shares his personal therapy experiences from childhood to now, amazing tips for finding a good therapist (pssst, it’s like dating!), virtual therapy options, and how to decide if therapy might be right for you. Plus: Gas station grabs (there’s something about those oreos in a tube), kickball, dragonfruit, and the girls review Rowdy Mermaid’s Calm Alpine Lavender kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.

About the Guest: Blake Kevin Dwyer grew up in San Mateo, CA outside of San Francisco. Acting brought Blake out to Los Angeles where he got his degree in Theatre from Loyola Marymount University. Since graduating he hasn't taken his foot off the gas. Pre-covid Blake received his equity card after starring in a sold-out run of the hilarious musical comedy, “Title Of Show.” In addition to stage Blake can also be found on screen, most recently as the dorky and lovable role of Dr. Mario in the feature film “Debunkers, Inc.” now on SHOWTIME. 

When Blake is not acting he enjoys improv, writing music, playing in a queer kickball league and working on his Kid’s Youtube Channel “ASK ADAM!” Blake also moonlights as an Associate at 23 Management Group, a boutique talent management company servicing actors. Blake is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and would love nothing more than to continue to be a strong voice and positive representative in the fight for equality and visibility both on screen and off. Lastly, he loves watermelon, Lizzo (before she was cool and famous) and Schitt’s Creek (also before it was cool and famous). 

WHERE TO FIND & SUPPORT BLAKE KEVIN DWYER//

https://www.blakekevindwyer.com/

https://www.instagram.com/blakekevindwyer

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNNtPeMDV6ctqhfuGCWCo5A
 

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https://sondermind.com/

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#14: This week we’re joined by Yasmine Sahid, a TikTok and Instagram influencer, and the music artist behind Lady Yasmina. Together we discuss how she developed the characters her different platforms showcase, the inspiration behind her music videos, how she uses comedy in her work, balancing a creative life with a day job, and more. Plus: Gorl vids, puppets, TikTok challenges, Drake, and the girls review Health Aide’s Belly Reset kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions. 

About the Guest: Whether you’re laughing at her popular small town girl persona, or her relatable songs about the strife of being broke, comedian and singer Yasmine Sahid knows how to garner attention with her comedic talent and creative eye. The Midwest native transforms her personal experiences into relatable and self-deprecating humor that’s been sweeping social media and garnered a following of almost 200k. Working in a sea of talented creatives, the artist is making moves to stand out as a comedy and musical powerhouse!

WHERE TO FIND & SUPPORT YASMINE SAHID//

 https://www.tiktok.com/@ladyyasmina1

https://www.instagram.com/yasmine_sahid

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2R2Mqde9hFVexISRreENO7?si=N7PXol_aRLGptEYevFpa7Q

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GAT02jvUwJQI2DxH0h11g

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3X9CvyYYBORQSPp9QMy96g/videos 

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Baroque Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=teJWXArX8qA

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#13: This week we’re joined by Ashley Mitchell, founder of the sustainable fashion brand The Yellow Morning, to discuss social media’s implications on fast fashion, the movement toward sustainable fashion, the April 24, 2013 anniversary of the Rana Plaza factory collapse, tips for shopping sustainably, and more. Plus: Britney Spears, Iris Apfel, and the girls review a special kombucha treat: pineapple mango flavored Booch Pops possible! *Reviews are strictly opinions.

About the Guest: Ashley Mitchell has always had a love for fashion, realizing it’s her favorite form of self expression. After years of working in retail, she started to notice the negative impacts within the fashion industry and found it harder to be satisfied within her career. Using her experience and expertise, The Yellow Morning was born—a curated boutique with modern collections of vintage + secondhand clothes. Often educating people on sustainability and fast fashion along the way, The Yellow Morning wants to make sure you look good, without feeling bad. 

WHERE TO FIND & SUPPORT THE YELLOW MORNING//

 https://www.instagram.com/theyellow.morning/

https://theyellowmorning.com/ 

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Sustainable Fashion Timeline: https://thewellnessfeed.com/sustainable-fashion-history-04-18-2020/

The True Cost Documentary: 

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Rana Plaza Source:

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/rana-plaza-factory-disaster-anniversary-what-happened-fashion-a9478126.html

What Is Sustainable Fashion + Tips

https://greendreamer.com/journal/what-is-sustainable-fashion

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#12: This week we’re joined by three special queens-- Calla Faeria, Jules Monstera, and Bohenne Arreaux, to discuss their personal history with drag, their YouTube show ‘Monster Movie Friday,’ what drag shows have looked like during quarantine, the drag community in Los Angeles, how each of them found their drag personas, and a brief history of the art form. Plus: party tricks, mystery broth, eyelashes, living in a music video, and the girls review Happy Leaf Cranberry Lavender kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.

WHERE TO FIND & SUPPORT THESE QUEENS//

https://www.instagram.com/callafaeria/

https://www.instagram.com/horror_hapa/

https://www.instagram.com/bohennearreaux/

https://www.instagram.com/monstermoviefriday/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qTZuuazIcw&t=962s

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“RuPaul’s Drag Race" Cast Explains The History of Drag Culture | Allure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHlE3RIkRi0&t=37s

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#11: Former MMA professional fighter turned marketing, advertising, and brand director Brian Rogers joins the girls this week to discuss his life as a competitive athlete, tips for entrepreneurs and networking, what it means to be a connector and community builder, his craziest Halloween, and more. Plus: Monte Carlo adventures, trusting the process, time blocking, the 75 program, and Brian’s review of GT’s Synergy Strawberry Lemonade kombucha flavor. *Reviews are strictly opinions.

About the Guest: Brian Rogers isn’t a person you can put into a box, but he can box quite well. Hardly home but always reppin’, the now Denver, CO resident was born in Akron, and raised in Kent, Ohio. He’s a former collegiate and professional athlete, and special education teacher. Now carving a niche for himself in advertising, “BRog or B-Rog “ as friends often call him, is passionate about curating community and building relationships. If you’re familiar with Malcom Gladwell, Brian is a connector, maven, and sometimes a salesperson. Often described as fearless, Brian very often displays and uses his super powers to help a variety of people both personally or professionally. 

WHERE TO FIND BRIAN//

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianlewisrogers/

https://www.instagram.com/brogthehuman/

https://twitter.com/brogthepredator

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Rogers_(fighter)
 

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