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Since 2005, Stacey J. Aswad has graced Walt Disney World Resort television and has made her way into our hearts. She is someone we have looked up to for years and getting to host her on ReDIScover was an absolute dream come true.

In this episode, we, of course, talked so much about Disney. However, this conversation turned into a true heart to heart about all aspects of life. We discussed everything from living your truth, trusting yourself, following your instincts, dealing with crossroads in life, being your own best friend, and embodying fearlessness. All while sharing lots of laughs and going on some glorious tangents for you to enjoy!

Stacey is a true "student of life" and she brought forth such knowledge and wisdom. We hope you learn as much as we did and take some inspiration with you moving forward into the new year (and beyond!). It is truly the most beautiful kickstart to 2021 and Season 2 of ReDIScover. Thank you again, Stacey, for joining us, and thank you all for listening!

Connect with Stacey:

Instagram: @staceyjaswad

Website: staceyjaswad.com

Resources Mentioned:

North Shore Animal League

And if you would like to connect with us...

Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

For our final episode of 2020, instead of centering our topic around New Year's "Resolutions," we wanted to create an episode all about New Year's "Rituals" that you can do to optimize your life in 2021.

Come along with us as we reflect, release, refocus, reset, and relax our way into the new year. We provide step-by-step activities you can do to get your mindset aligned with your highest and future self, as well as honest answers on how we would personally complete these activities. This episode even covers some beginner's energetic and manifestation perspectives to stretch your mind and welcome in your dreams.

Thank you for listening to Season 1 of ReDIScover and congratulations on making it through 2020! Season 2 will begin at the same time (8 am EST) and same place (Spotify/Apple Podcasts) on January 5th, 2021.

Resources Mentioned:

You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay

Dr. Mark Hyman (@drmarkhyman on Instagram)

Energetic Mastery for a New Era - *VIRTUAL* Event January 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, 2021 hosted by Tamara Ross

Activities Mentioned:

• Reflect: Write a list of things you are grateful for from this past year (big and [especially] small)
• Release: Write a list of things you want to "let go of" and allow the emotions to flow through - thank them for the lessons and (safely) dispose of the paper
• Release: Forgiveness of yourself or others - write a letter and (safely) dispose of it
• Refocus: Write a list of ultimate dreams (big and small) for the upcoming year. Be detached from the "how"/"outcome" - this is just to get your brain thinking!
• Refocus: Create your very own Vision Board
• Reset/Relaxation: TREAT YOURSELF to your favorite music, an Epsom salt bath, some coffee/hot chocolate, a dance party, etc. You deserve it!

And if you would like to connect with us...

Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

Merry Christmas week, everyone! To celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, this week's episode is focused on our top must do's to maximize your Christmas spirit - on location! We cover Walt Disney World, Disneyland in California, Universal Orlando Resort, and the surrounding Orlando areas to give you the most holly jolly shows, snacks, attraction overlays, and more to look out for during the Christmas season.

*Please take note that these descriptions are heavily based on pre-COVID offerings. The information we shared in this episode is subject to change.*

ReDIScover Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Christmas Traditions

Living in Orlando, Florida - Life Outside the Theme Parks

Resources Mentioned:

Give Kids the World - Night of a Million Lights: Purchase tickets HERE (Event runs until January 3rd, 2021)

Instagram: @gktwvillage

Facebook: Give Kids the World

Disney Parks Holiday Music Loops Mentioned:

Main Street USA

Disney's Hollywood Studios: Sunset Boulevard / Echo Lake

Wilderness Lodge

Animal Kingdom Lodge

Cars Land Christmas Album - Seasons Speedings:

Apple Music

Spotify

Retired Attractions Mentioned:

Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth - Holiday Tag

And if you would like to connect with us...

Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

Hello, adventurous souls! If you're anything like us, you've probably spent a lot of 2020 fantasizing about your post-pandemic travels. Well in today's episode, our guest star Bobby Asen is here to help you daydream about what it would be like to take a trip to Asia!

In March 2018, Jess traveled alongside Bobby to Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Beijing where they not only got to immerse themselves in these amazing cities but also visit three international Disney Parks! We will discuss what to pack, how to prepare, what these three international Disney parks are like, and what it's like to experience Chinese and Japanese culture!

Want to watch Jess & Bobby's trip to Asia in vlog form?

Head over to Jess' Youtube Channel and watch the playlist Jess & Bobby Travel to Asia 2018

Connect with Bobby:

Podcast: Guiltless Pleasures with Bobby Asen (Spotify Version)

Listen to the Guiltless Pleasures episode where Jess & Kristen were featured: Disney CULTure (Spotify Version)

Instagram: @bobbyasen

Twitter: @bobbyasen

TikTok: @bobbyasen

Connect with our friend, Akiyo, from Japan:

@officialakiyo

Theme Park Photos: @fanasfk

The Most Incredible Tokyo/Tokyo Disneyland Resource:

TDR Explorer

Instagram: @tdrexplorer

Twitter: @tdrexplorer

Useful Apps to Download:

LINE

Hong Kong Disneyland App

Shanghai Disneyland App

Jess' Nail Artist from Harajuku, Japan:

Instagram: @ees8w3ww

Follow to see his incredible nail art designs, or if you travel to Harajuku in the future you can book an appointment with him! As of 2018, he worked at a salon called Cocotte Harajuku.

Great Wall of China Tour Company in Beijing:

Catherine Lu Tours

And if you would like to connect with us...

Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

*Please take note that these descriptions are based on our travel experiences in 2018. The information we shared in this episode is subject to change, especially post-pandemic.*

Welcome back to ReDIScover! Today we will be diving into Part 2 of our Q&A, featuring our answers to your most pressing Disney questions! We're talking favorite parks, resorts, and restaurants, our ideal day at Walt Disney World, some favorite Disney memories, our Disney pet peeves, and more!

Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a really fun This-or-That segment that you also helped us create over on Instagram! If you want us to do more of these in the future, let us know by leaving a rating and a review on this episode. Enjoy!

ReDIScover Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

The Top Things to do at WDW Without a Theme Park Ticket

And if you would like to connect with us...

Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

Welcome back! On this week's episode of ReDIScover, we're answering all of your pressing and existential questions! We're digging deep, getting vulnerable, and tackling everything from our biggest dating lessons to how to cope with the struggle of letting go and moving on. Join us as we discuss travel, relationships, tough decisions, and shifting our mindsets as we answer all of your thought-provoking questions!

Special thanks to all of you who participated and submitted your questions on Instagram - you truly made this episode possible!

Essential Oil Recommendations:

• Anxiety: Oils (Young Living: Peppermint, Lavender, Peace & Calming, Stress Away) >> ALL four come in the Premium Starter Kit!
• youngliving.com OR DM Kristen (@positively.kristen on Instagram) for 24% off!

ReDIScover Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 13 - The Friendship Episode

Episode 8 - The Fall Episode: The Season of the Senses

Podcasts We Love:

• Healthier Together: Liz Moody
• Home Cooking: Samin Nosrat & Hrishikesh Hirway
• Song Exploder: Hrishikesh Hirway
• Conversation Time: Hayley Morris
• Just What You Needed: Amy Young
• Mark Groves Podcast
• The Ed Mylett Show
  • Specific Episode: Unlock Your Mind w/ Dr. Joe Dispenza

Books:

• The Poisonwood Bible: Barbara Kingsolver
• The Girl from Berlin: Ronald. H. Balson
• Bob Goff (Author)
• Untamed: Glennon Doyle
• You Are a Badass: Jen Sincero
• You Can Heal Your Life: Louise Hay
• E-Squared: Pam Grout

Theme Parks Makeup Blog Post:

https://sparklyeverafter.com/theme-park-makeup/

Netflix Mentions:

• Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
• Song Exploder
• Sweet Magnolias
• The Great British Bake-Off
• Queer Eye
• Tidying Up with Marie Kondo
• Instant Hotel
• Fuller House

Makeup Favorites:

• Fenty foundation
• It Cosmetics CC cream
• Anastasia eyeshadow palettes: Modern Renaissance & Soft Glam
• Alamar Cosmetics
• Kat Von D/Sephora Collection liquid lipsticks
• Laura Mercier translucent setting powder
• Essence Lash Princess mascara

And if you would like to connect with us...

Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

Happy December everyone! You know what that means… the Christmas season is officially in full swing! This episode is going to take you on a journey that is guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit. Whether it be picking out some favorite Christmas songs and movies, swapping Christmas cookie recipes, daydreaming about one of the most picturesque Christmas cities of all time (NYC), or comparing childhood vs. adulthood Christmas Eve/Day traditions, we hope this episode gets you ready for the most wonderful time of the year!

Christmas Specials Mentioned:

Olaf's Frozen Adventure (Disney+ Subscription Required)

Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade 2013 (starring Neil Patrick Harris - Song begins at 0:50)

Etsy Shop Mentioned:

GingerbreadCouture

Instagram: @gingerbreadcouture

Kristen's Essential Oil Suggestions:

• Young Living "Christmas Spirit," "Joy," or "Pine"
• Reach out to Kristen on Instagram DM (@positively.kristen) for 24% off Young Living Oils!

Youtube Video Mentioned:

October 31st: HALLOWEEN IS CANCELLED

And if you would like to connect with us...

Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

In the ReDIScover Intro, we mention talking about "the real stuff" ... and this is truly one of those episodes!

Today we are getting real and honest about the last decade of the Jess & Kristen friendship for the first time EVER. We'll tell the tale of how we met, the ups and downs of our friendship, the years of division and growth, our reunion, and all of the valuable lessons we learned along the way. We hope you'll find our story encouraging and that you'll use our applicable insights to build and maintain happier, healthier relationships throughout your life!

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 1 - Growing Up Disney

Episode 9 - DISboards Reacts: Reading Our Old Trip Reports

Connect with Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Connect with Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

If you are looking for a wholesome and inspiring ReDIScover episode, this is the one for you.

This week, we welcomed our dear friend Joni Russell onto the show. We became friends through the DISboards Discussion Forums about 10 years ago. We knew having Joni on the show would be the perfect opportunity to reconnect, as well as give everyone the chance to tune in to her truly beautiful and unique perspectives.

In this episode, we discussed:

• Becoming a Disney fan as an adult
• Long-distance relationship advice
• What it's like being a military wife/in a military family
• Navigating the journey of motherhood and special needs
• The importance of adaptability in life
• What true authentic living looks like

Resources Mentioned:

Welcome to Holland Poem

Youtube Video Mentioned:

The Frumpiness Begins Tour

Connect with Joni:

• Instagram: @joni410

Connect with Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Connect with Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen

Have you ever wondered what it's like to actually live in Orlando, Florida? From an outside perspective, it is easy to forget that there is a whole lifestyle and city that can be experienced completely outside of the theme park/vacation realm.

In this episode, we wanted to give you all our favorite places that we discovered in our 5+ years of living there. From restaurants to beaches and so much more... this is the episode that gives Orlando and its surrounding areas the love that it truly deserves.

Complete Resource Guide for this Episode:

Winter Garden:

• Plant Street Market (Instagram: @plantstreetmarket)
• The Whole Enchilada
• Jeff's Bagel Run (Instagram: @jeffsbagelrun)
• Thai Blossom
• Axum Coffee (Instagram: @axumcoffee)

Winter Park:

• Briarpatch (Instagram: @thebriarpatchrestaurant)
• East End Market (Instagram: @eastendmkt)
• Gideon's Bakehouse (Instagram: @gideonsbakehouse)
• The Heavy (Instagram: @itstheheavy)
• The Glass Knife (Instagram: @theglassknifewp)

Downtown Orlando:

• Harry P. Leu Gardens
• The Bar Method Winter Park (Instagram: @barmethodwinterpark)
• Market on South (Instagram: @marketonsouth)
• Tin & Taco (Instagram: @tinandtaco)
• Amway Center
• Dr. Phillips Center
• SAKS Comedy Lab
• Orlando City Soccer Club

Celebration:

• Celebration Community Info
• Celebration Tea Room
• Upper Crust Pizza
• Wonderland Cookie Dough (Instagram: @wonderlandcookiedough)
• Thai Thani

Tampa:

• The Florida Aquarium
• Amalie Arena
• Portillo's (Instagram: @portilloshotdogs)
• Oxford Exchange (Instagram: @oxfordexchange)

Sarasota:

• The Ringling Museum (Instagram: @theringling)

St. Augustine:

• Prohibition Kitchen
• Ghost Tour
• The Collector Inn (Instagram: @thecollectorinn)

Beaches:

• St. Augustine (Atlantic)
• Vero Beach (Atlantic)
  • Disney's Vero Beach Resort
• Clearwater (Gulf Coast)
  • Frenchy's
• Sanibel Island (Gulf Coast)
• Siesta Key (Gulf Coast)
• Anna Maria Island (Gulf Coast)

Everyday:

• Grocery Stores: Publix, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods
• Brows by Gina (Instagram: @beauty_by_ginat)
• Clean Juice (Instagram: @cleanjuice)
• Mosaic Church (Instagram: @mosaicchurch)

*Please take note that these descriptions are heavily based on pre-COVID offerings. The information we shared in this episode is subject to change.*

Connect with Jess:

• Instagram: @JessicaFaye508
• Blog: The Road Jess Traveled
• Youtube: Jessica Faye

Connect with Kristen:

• Instagram: @positively.kristen