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Ava is joined by actress Lorene Chelsey for a conversation on embracing the artist lifestyle. They dive deep into the realities of the artist lifestyle, exploring everything from the nomadic nature of acting work to finding and maintaining creative inspiration.

Lorene Chesley is an actress and creator who hails from the Washington DC metro area. She's the author of The Perfectly Imperfect Christian, which is currently being turned into a dramedy series called P.I.C. She’s an Aries Sun, Pisces Moon, and Taurus rising who loves the adventure of life.

Ava and Lorene discuss the creative process, creative project management, and finding balance in an unconventional career. Plus, they share valuable tips for anyone wanting to tap into their inner artist, whether as a passion project or career path.

Whether you're an aspiring artist or someone looking to embrace their creativity, Lorene's practical advice and infectious enthusiasm will inspire you to pursue your artistic dreams on the journey to being more you.

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Lorene Chesley

04:00 Lorene’s journey to becoming an actor

07:33 Putting your ass where your heart wants to be

09:22 What the life of an actor is actually like

10:40 Day jobs and making ends meet as an artist

15:06 Traveling for work as an artist to New Orleans and beyond

17:25 How to stay motivated as an artist working on a show pilot

20:36 Finding balance and making space for creativity to flow

21:37 Starting a new creative project and learning as you go

27:15 Is every creative project meant to be finished?

29:25 Where to look for creative inspiration when you’re in a lull

32:01 Travel talk: Proximity to weekend trips in CA

37:13 Lorene Chesley’s P.I.C. pilot

41:55 Presenting a pilot at Portland Film Festival

44:17 Advice for embracing your inner artist

49:24 Getting to know yourself

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Episode Resources

Connect with Lorene Chesley

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mschesley/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mschesley

Website: https://www.lorenechesley.com/

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Ava welcomes back resident astrologer KJ Atlas for a special three-month astrology forecast for Winter 2024-25. Tune in to learn about the most influential astrological events during Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces seasons—from December 21, 2024 to March 19, 2025. Discover how these happenings will impact you, and get tips on how to use the energy to your advantage so you can manifest rich-bixch experiences.

Ava and KJ discuss the winter vibes (the final seasons of the zodiac) and break down the season’s most significant astrological events: Mars retrograde, the Nodal shift to the Pisces-Virgo axis, three powerful new moon manifestation periods, and the first taste of 2025’s otherworldly astrology.

The Northern Hemisphere is in for a true winter this year. In other words, winter is really wintering. With Mars retrograde spanning the entire season and affecting all things related to action, aggression, and drive, we're looking at a significant slowdown. The best bet? Embrace your natural instinct to hibernate.

It’s true that this season may feel like an anti-hustle winter, which might be exactly what the doctor ordered for entrepreneurs, girl-bosses, and hustlers everywhere. As we head into 2025, remember that during unprecedented times, it’s important to connect with community, use your tools (like this astrology guide), and hold onto moments of celebration. And when things go really south, you can always book a cruise (or not).

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

4:22 Fall astrology review and lessons learned

10:14 Winter 2024-2025 astrology at-a-glance

16:58 Key astrological events and transits winter 2024

17:23 Mars Retrograde starts December 6

22:29 North and South Nodes 101

24:15 How the Pisces-Virgo node shift affects you 

31:49 Navigating January 2025 with North Node conjunct Neptune 

43:13 Mars direct and what to expect February 23 

48:58 Lunar eclipse on March 14

49:38 Manifesting with the moon cycle

52:54 Capricorn new moon December 30 

56:18 Aquarius new moon January 29 

58:18 Pisces new moon February 27 

1:05:50 Astrology of 2025 forecast and predictions

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Episode Resources

New Year Moon Mapping Workshop for 2025 with KJ Atlas (1/3/25): https://www.kjatlas.com/shop/p/newmoonmapping

Connect with KJ Atlas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kj.atlas/ 

Connect with KJ Atlas on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kj.atlas

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Ava is joined by Exercise Physiologist Colton Haight for a conversation on the importance of resistance training to strengthen your body inside and out to help you live your best life.

Colton Haight, the General Manager and Senior Exercise Physiologist at Discover Strength Maple Grove, brings over seven years of fitness industry expertise to the table. He earned his Bachelor's in Sport and Recreation Management from the University of Minnesota-Crookston and his Master's in Kinesiology from the University of North Dakota. As Ava's personal trainer for five years, Colton has earned a unique distinction: he's the only person who can motivate her to do squats before 9 a.m.—or at any time, for that matter.

Ava and Colton discuss the importance of strength training and its many benefits as a foundational building block to living your best life. From building muscles to enhanced cognitive function, improving body composition to decreasing the risk of disease, research shows that strength training improves well being in more ways than one. And while building muscle mass is a popular goal for strength training, gains don’t have to translate to “bulk”. They debunk several myths around strength training, including the classic fear that lifting weights will make a person look bulky…Spoiler alert: muscle mass is largely determined by genetics.

Whether you're a fitness fanatic or just starting your strength training journey, this episode offers valuable insights to help you build strength both inside and out on your journey to being more you. Tune in to learn about the secret weapon in Ava’s weekly routine, and learn how you can try a free introductory virtual workout with Discover Strength from anywhere in the world.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to strength training with Colton Haight

05:02 Colton’s career path from athlete to exercise physiologist

07:00 Key benefits of strength training and resistance training

10:12 Connection between physical and mental strength

12:42 Debunking strength training myths

19:35 Strength vs cardio - tailoring workout to your goals

24:30 Exercise science and research insights

30:56 Discover Strength workouts for busy lifestyles

34:04 Virtual strength training to maximize results from anywhere

38:05 Equipment essentials for on-the-go workouts

41:22 Staying motivated on your fitness journey

44:30 How to sign up for a free training session

46:50 Building strength inside and out - final words of wisdom

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Episode Resources:

Connect with Colton on Instagram: @coltonhaight

Follow Discover Strength on Instagram: @discoverstrength

Schedule a free introductory virtual workout at: www.discoverstrength.com

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Ava welcomes back resident astrologer KJ Atlas for a special three-month astrology forecast for Fall 2024. Tune in to learn about the most influential astrological events during Libra, Scorpio, and Sagittarius seasons—from September 22 to December 21, 2024. Discover how these happenings will impact you, and get tips on how to use the energy to your advantage so you can manifest rich-bixch experiences.

Fall in the Northern Hemisphere starts with eclipse season, which is great news for passenger princesses who love to go with the flow! If your energy is more fixed, you may need to practice letting go during this time. We’ll have the first in a series of eclipses on the Virgo Pisces axis since 2015/16, bringing themes of health and flow up to the surface– notice which medicine you need.

Ava and KJ discuss the high-level vibes for fall (like that crazy spaceship ride at the fair that sends your jaw flapping) and the most significant astrological events of the season including: The eclipses, Mars retrograde, Mercury retrograde over the holiday season, and two opportunities for manifesting under the new moon.

While this fall may feel intense at the forefront, things will slow down significantly by mid-November. If you have big goals you want to accomplish yet in 2024, be sure to note the dates in this forecast. Oh, and if you were planning to channel your inner Oprah and gift cars this holiday season, think twice, or at the very least, be sure to buy the warranty. Thank us later.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:38 Reflecting on rich-bixch summer

05:50 Fall at a glance

08:33 Eclipse season

20:30 Mid year check in

22:27 Mars retrograde pre shadow

27:27 Slowing down by mid-November

27:45 Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius season

33:49 Mercury retrograde begins

40:22 Full moon supermoons

42:28 Mars Rx and Mercury Rx overlap

45:00 Better gifts this holiday season

47:40 Pluto stations in Aquarius

51:05 Eagle’s gate portal

56:24 New moons for manifesting

01:00:00 Recapping the astrology of fall

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Episode Resources:

Get The Grove Almanac by KJ Atlas for astrology events and practical advice right in your Google calendar: https://www.kjatlas.com/the-grove-almanac

Connect with KJ @kj.atlas on Instagram and TikTok

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Ava shares road trip essential tips and a detailed itinerary for an unforgettable journey across the Western United States. The host recounts her recent 10-day summer adventure with her mom, starting from Minneapolis and ending in Los Angeles with a mix of practical advice and personal anecdotes. Ava covers road trip planning essentials, including creating a flexible itinerary, packing tips, safety measures and how to enhance your road trip experience (make it fun, please). 

She also shares a destination-by-destination breakdown of the itinerary, featuring stops in Santa Fe, Palm Springs, and L.A. with highlights from each location including hotel recommendations, must-visit attractions, and foodie spots that matched the overall vibe of the trip. Spoiler: All of the destinations were Ava’s Mom approved. 

Whether you're planning your own road trip or currently dreaming of one, this episode is packed with valuable tips, entertaining stories, and inspiration for your next adventure. Get in bixches, we’re going on a road trip!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

04:42 Road trip essential tips

04:47 Planning and preparation

15:08 Driving safety tips

24:15 Enhancing the experience

29:51 Choosing your itinerary

31:00 Western U.S. 10-day itinerary 

31:42 Leg 1: Minneapolis, Minnesota to Wichita, Kansas (glimpse of middle America)

35:39 Leg 2: Wichita to Santa Fe, New Mexico (the fun begins)

43:22 Leg 3: Santa Fe to Palm Springs, California (hot and heated)

54:04 Leg 4: Palm Springs to Los Angeles, California (easy breezy)

1:01:54 Final road trip considerations 

Episode Resources:

Hotel St. Francis Santa Fe

Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

Paloma Restaurant

Esquina Pizza

Arrive Palm Springs

The Heyday

Bar Cecil

Market Market

Silver Lake Pool & Inn

Griffith Observatory

L & E Oyster Bar

Little Dom’s

Erewhon

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Ava is joined by licensed counselor Bridget Martinson for a conversation on Brainspotting and ketamine-assisted therapy (not your mother’s therapy) as ways to tap into the unconscious mind for greater healing and reconnect with your authentic self.

Bridget Martinson, M.A., LPC, a licensed counselor and soul coach with 8 years of experience, specializing in depth psychology, Brainspotting, and ketamine-assisted therapy retreats. In other words, she’s not a regular therapist, she’s a cool therapist. Bridget is dedicated to guiding clients in discovering their authentic selves and realizing their highest potential through intuitively-led questions and subconscious exploration.

Ava and Bridget discuss Brainspotting therapy, including what it is, how it is used, and who can benefit from it. Bridget explains how Brainspotting differs from traditional talk therapy, delves into the science and benefits behind this unique approach to healing through trauma, what to expect in a Brainspotting session, and offers advice on how listeners can access this therapy.

Ava decided to full-send the experience by having a Brainspotting session before the podcast. She shares anecdotes from her own experience with the therapy. It turns out, where you look really does affect how you feel.

They wrap up by discussing ketamine therapy, the transformative potential of ketamine-assisted therapy retreats, and how healing in a community setting can amplify the experience. Tune in to learn about these innovative therapies for self-discovery, deeper healing, and being more you.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

03:57 What is Brainspotting?

07:06 How is Brainspotting therapy used? 

07:47 Defining trauma

10:44 Talk therapy vs Brainspotting

15:55 Finding your inner healer 

19:07 What to expect in a Brainspotting session

22:34 Integrating your session

27:20 Ava’s Brainspotting experience

38:35 How Bridget discovered Brainspotting

41:36 Other complementary therapies 

42:19 Ketamine therapy

46:21 Using Ketamine to tap into the unconscious mind 

50:00 Ketamine-assisted therapy retreats

53:27 Accessing brainspotting and ketamine therapy

Episode Resources:

Work with Bridget Martinson M.A., LPC. 

Connect with Bridget on Instagram @guidedbybridget

Learn about Ketamine Therapy Retreats

Additional Brainspotting Providers List

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On a rainy day back in April, Ava booked a long weekend trip to New Orleans. Her intentions were simple: explore a new city, meet up with a friend, and create content for the podcast. What she didn't expect was to bring you a travel talk about her first paranormal experience at a haunted hotel. Buckle up, it’s ghost story time!

She stayed in Uptown New Orleans, avoiding the tourist-heavy French Quarter, and chose a charming (or Charmed) boutique hotel. Things turned spooky when Ava experienced unexplained events, including a haunting encounter that left her questioning her sanity.

Tune in for the full story, along with tips for protection while staying in haunted places, and of course, food and drink recommendations for if/when you find yourself in America’s most haunted city.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

04:04 First impressions of the city

10:19 Where to stay 

12:48 Choosing a hotel in New Orleans

15:24 Haunted hotel experience 

31:04 Beignets in the French Quarter

33:51 Things to do 

36:30 Hotel night two

39:27 Food and drink options

42:02 Hotel night three

43:33 Magazine street for brunch

47:43 Haunted building history

53:45 Tips for staying in a haunted hotel

59:56 What we’ve learned

Episode Resources:

Cafe Beignet

Crescent City Stage

Barracuda Taco Stand

Hansen’s Sno-Bliz

Gris-Gris

French Truck Coffee

The Chloe

The Haunted Avenue Inn

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Ava welcomes back resident astrologer KJ Atlas for a special three-month astrology forecast for Summer 2024. This forecast includes information about the most influential astrology of Cancer, Leo, and Virgo seasons taking place June 20 to September 22, and tips on how to use the summer energy to manifest rich-bixch experiences.

Just like summer itself, this episode is short and sweet. From the nostalgia evoked by Cancer season, to the main-character energy of Leo season, to the ‘get your shit together’ vibes of Virgo season, the next few months should be relatively easy breezy - offering a respite from spring, and a calm before the eclipse season ahead this fall. 

Ava and KJ discuss the high-level vibes for summer (think red and white gingham tablecloths, watermelon, big hair, and summer haze) and the most significant astrological events of the season including: Two full moons in Capricorn, a moon wobble, Mercury retrograde in August, and a series of new moons ripe for manifesting. 

They wrap up the forecast by sharing manifestation techniques for working with each of the three new moons in the third quarter of the year to help you best align with the astrological energy and have a rich-bixch summer. 

While this summer may be more reminiscent of 2012 than 2016, thanks to the influence of Jupiter in Gemini, this is excellent news if you have a penchant for Americana era Lana Del Rey, or hold a membership card to Chappell Roan’s pink pony club. Cheers to summer, babes! 

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:10 Reflecting on rich-bixch spring 

08:20 Cazimi tattoo update

12:36 Summer at a glance 

13:50 Cancer, Leo, and Virgo season

17:28 Astrology of late June 2024

19:36 Summer solstice 

20:09 Astrology of July 2024

27:06 Astrology of August 2024

28:33 Mercury retrograde 

30:55 Lion’s gate portal

36:30 Astrology of early September 2024

45:20 New Moons for manifesting 

51:43 Why this summer is reminiscent of 2012

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Episode Resources:

Get The Grove Almanac by KJ Atlas for astrology events and practical advice right in your Google calendar: https://www.kjatlas.com/the-grove-almanac 

Connect with KJ @kj.atlas on Instagram and TikTok

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Ava takes a 24 hour tattoo trip to Brooklyn with the intention of keeping it to herself. No podcasting. No recommendations. Just obligation-free vibes. But, she genuinely has the best time and needs to share it with you. She dives into the highs and lows of her journey, starting with the challenges of air travel to her ultimate arrival in the city. After a 5-hour flight delay and even less time to explore, Ava obviously makes lemonade out of lemons and emerges with a vibey 'one evening in Brooklyn' itinerary to share if you find yourself in the city with a few hours to spare. From the best hotel with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline to the Brat wall, an independent radio station hangout to vintage stores, and a romantic river walk to top it all off, tune in as she reveals her finds and experiences along the way. Brat summer starts now.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

02:50 Taking pressure off

04:20 Getting there

10:19 Where to stay in NYC

12:15 Hotel of choice

17:22 Itinerary for an evening in Brooklyn 

17:30 Brat summer

20:55 The Lot Radio

23:14 Vintage shops in Brooklyn 

27:00 Dinner at Sunday in Brooklyn

29:14 Skyline views at nighttime

30:41 Tattoo with Girl Knew York

33:09 Getting home 

36:22 What we’ve learned 

Episode Resources:

The Hoxton Williamsburg

The Lot Radio

Beacon’s Vintage

Awoke Vintage

Sunday in Brooklyn

Girl Knew York

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Ava is joined by the MORE pod’s resident astrologer, KJ Atlas, for a special three-month astrology forecast for spring covering March 19 to June 20, 2024. This forecast includes information about the most influential astrological events of Aries, Taurus, and Gemini season, and tips on how to use the energy of spring to manifest rich-bixch experiences.

In the official start of the natural new year, we welcome spring in the Northern Hemisphere on March 19th. In true Aries fashion, this year starts off with a bang (eclipse season) and it’s going to be a wild ride all the way through.

Ava and KJ discuss the high-level vibes for spring and the most significant astrological events of the season including: Mercury retrograde in Aries, total solar eclipse in Libra, the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction, and Jupiter moving into Gemini. They offer practical tips and mindset shifts to help maintain perspective during this period of intense astrological weather, which may feel like the spin cycle on the washing machine. Remember, laundry comes out clean on the other side.

They wrap up the forecast by sharing manifestation techniques for working with each of the three new moons in the second quarter of the year to help you best align with the astrological energy and have a rich-bixch spring.

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Timestamps: 

00:00 Intro

02:14 Reflecting on winter

08:08 New year new you

12:01 Spring vibe at-a-glance

13:14 Aries season

14:28 Understanding eclipses

22:00 Solar eclipse April 8

27:44 Mercury retrograde April 1

32:46 Taurus season

33:15 Jupiter Uranus conjunction

45:28 Jupiter moves into Gemini

48:44 Gemini season

53:39 Mercury Cazimi tattoo

56:46 New moons for manifesting

57:04 New moon in Aries

59:00 New moon in Taurus

1:00:48 New moon in Gemini

1:08:08 Grove Almanac

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Episode Resources:

Get The Grove Almanac by KJ Atlas for astro events and practical advice right in your Google calendar: https://www.kjatlas.com/the-grove-almanac 

Connect with KJ @kj.atlas on Instagram and TikTok

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