The Bridge

In this episode we talk about being a human first and an artist second, the value of showing up as yourself, exploring what a new version of success can look like, the power of music and art as connection and communication, art that has no restrictions, the true impact of art verse the facade of fame and the difference between art from etiquette verse authenticity. 

We also discuss the History of Opera and how it’s evolving, why it’s harder to fail as an artist, the importance of having the right people in your corner, the power of shifting your perspective and lens as an artist, the love of art onstage and off, how art can lead us into a new time, and living in the truth that you belong here, you deserve your dreams and that we are all built to succeed. 

Keanon Kyles, a bass-baritone, has been praised by CNN for his beautiful voice and superb vocal technique. A native of Chicago, he holds degrees from Columbia College Chicago and the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. Kyles has performed internationally, appearing as Betto in Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi and the Father in Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel in Italy; Colline in La Bohème and Leporello in Don Giovanni in the United Kingdom; and the title role in Rigoletto in Glasgow, Scotland. He made his invited Carnegie Hall debut in New York City following his success in the U.K. His performance in the title role of Britten’s Noye’s Fludde was broadcast live from Bogotá, Colombia at the León de Greiff. He made his Chicago Opera Theater debut as Daggoo in Jake Heggie’s Moby-Dick, and recently toured The Matchbox Magic Flute as Sarastro under the direction of Mary Zimmerman. As an Associate Young Artist with Chicago Opera Theater, he performed in several world premieres by Kamala Sankaram, Errollyn Wallen, and Dan Shore. Kyles has also performed with Lyric Opera of Chicago in productions including The Scorpions’ Sting, The Factotum, and Earth to Kenzie, and appeared with Portland Opera as Morales in Carmen. He has been featured in the Chicago Sun-Times and Opera Scotland, and has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, BBC News, and NPR. A two-time recipient of the Reva and David Logan Foundation Award, he is also the recipient of the State of Illinois's Outstanding Achievement in Arts and Humanities Award. He currently serves on the voice faculty of Roosevelt University and LYRIQ Music School

Connect with Keanon:

Artist Faculty | Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University

Roosevelt University e-mail | [email protected]

Private Vocal Coach | LYRIQ Music School

Artistic Advisor | C21 Women's Ensemble

Board of Directors. | L.A.T.T.E Theater 

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In this episode we talk about about friendship, self awareness as an artist, the masks we wear, behind the scenes of performing, liberation in your art, knowing your why, OCD,  breakthroughs, the healing journey, dimming parts of yourselves, what art has given us, a refreshing new wave of art in the future, sex and relationships, up keeping the value of quality art for humanity, knowing there is an audience for you, heart centred creation and fun, keys to comedy, bringing consciousness to our art, trying new things, creating resonance and unification in art, exploring our inner universe through others, performing verse experiencing, people pleasing, fulfilling personal stories and cycles of limitation, attachment and perception, the core of art being fun and returning to that inner child essence, pressure verse enjoyment, embracing your multi dimensionality, how your art can heal your lineage, being bold and committing to what you want, feeling safe to feel, the foundation of your true divine self, and becoming what's missing and what you want to see. 

Carly Beckner is a performing arts enthusiast through and through. She began her journey as a competitive dancer in Vernon, BC, and as she moved into her teen years, she discovered that musical theatre was her niche genre. By combining her strength of being a goof on stage with her deep passion for storytelling, Carly quickly realized that acting was her life mission. Today, she is represented by Spotlight Talent Agency for film in Kelowna and works regularly as a performer on the local professional stage. Her recent credits include Singing in the Rain (Lina Lamont), Grease (Betty Rizzo), and Evil Dead The Musical (Linda). Fingers and toes crossed that one day she will land a spot on the Saturday Night Live team!

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https://www.instagram.com/thecarlyburnettshow/reels/?hl=ar

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In this episode we talk about why the body needs the spirit to be healthy, how a healthy nervous system operates, the imprint of the soul and your true spiritual essence, internal family systems, how energy work informs therapy, simple wisdom to reset in any moment, chakras as the extension of the soul, energetic hygiene and the importance of our environment, neuroplasticity and safety as a non negotiable. 

We also discuss healing the inner child, the wounded healer, the power of stillness, when to do trauma work and when to build resources and optimal wellness as your natural state.

CJ Llewelyn, M.Ed., is a trauma therapist and intuitive reiki master. She is the author of the bestselling, thought-leading books, ‘Chakras and the Vagus Nerve: Tap into the Healing Combination of Subtle Energy and Your Nervous System’ and now ‘Chakras, The Vagus Nerve and Your Soul: Journeying to Wellness through your Subtle Energy and Your Nervous System.’ CJ believes clearing trauma from your nervous system is the pathway to the highest wisdom from your Soul. She guides people to attune to the messages from both their neurobiology and subtle body. CJ leads workshops and educates people in the process of intuitive presence™ through the chakras and vagus nerve. For almost 20 years, she has worked with clients in her private practice struggling with various aspects of trauma. She is a licensed professional counselor with a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy and has also worked in various non-profits, addiction and eating disorders facilities. CJ is trained in Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Brainspotting, energy psychology and trained through the Polyvagal Institute. As an intuitive and Reiki master in the lineage of Dr. Mikao Usui, she sees how etheric energy moves through her clients during trauma processing. 

Connect with CJ:

Join CJ’s growing e-mail community at www.CJLlewelyn.com

Instagram @cjllewelyn

Facebook @cjLlewelynM.ED.

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Thank you for your kindness. Remember, together we are better & can truly do so much.

Re-member, it always starts with you.

Happy New Year! Here’s to the best one yet. 

One Love,

The Bridge Team

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In this episode you will hear from all of the guests, their answer to the final question I ask at the end of our episode. “What do you want to tell the World, from your embodiment and connection to Heaven on Earth and creating the world that you want to see?” 

I hope this episode inspires you and helps you close out this year with a warm heart and optimistic passion for an incredible 2026. 

We are so grateful for you being a part of this community. If you have a moment, please leave us a rating and comment or review the show to help us reach more of those who need some positive, uplifting guidance, connection and energy in their lives. It helps us out a lot! We couldn’t do it without you and we value each and every one of you. Always feel welcome to reach out and share your experience, request topics or guests, ask questions, or as mentioned, leave a comment for others to connect with too. You never know who may need it and when. 

For details on each guest, please go to their personal episode. 

We also want to thank FeedSpot for choosing The Bridge as one of the 'Top 40 Bridge Podcasts of 2025.' Check out the inspired list at Top 40 Bridge Podcasts.

To connect with us on socials or to work with Chelsea 1:1 you can head to the links below:

The Bridge:

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Host: @chelsearuppel_ 

If you’d like to donate to support our missions to share love, peace & unity on this planet you can donate here:

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If you’d like to share feedback, have questions, want to collaborate or request for a specific guest & episode topic, you can email us at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your kindness. Remember, together we are better & can truly do so much.

Re-member, it always starts with you.

Happy New Year! Here’s to the best one yet. 

One Love,

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In this episode we talk about how to turn your passion and soul purpose into a  business, how to get clear on your branding, organic growth through authenticity, connecting with others through creativity, Iconic presence and how to have it, creating stories and visuals around who you are, the psychology behind visibility, what shows up before a breakthrough, seeing the future version of yourself, spotlighting your aliveness and how to find and build trust in your authenticity.

We also discuss health and wellbeing, embracing the full spectrum of your humanity, coming back to who you were as a kid, doing what you love, how we become what we needed, going through challenges that change you, focusing on your strengths and choosing the path of true fulfillment. 

Dauss Miller is a visionary brand architect, photographer, and agency co-founder who helps founders, executives, and creators embody authority through story, strategy, and cinematic identity.

He’s worked with visionary entrepreneurs, executives, and creators for nearly 15 years and is known for turning personal evolution into commercial presence through imagery, language, and story.

Today, Dauss leads Planet Ü, a creative ecosystem that guides high-performers into their next evolution with editorial content, brand strategy, and experiences that cultivate reputation, positioning, and emotional resonance in the market.

Clients describe him as a mirror, a translator, and a catalyst, someone who reveals the future version of a leader before they’ve fully grown into it, then equips them with assets that shift how the world sees them.

When he’s not behind a camera or architecting brands, Dauss is a devoted father of six, husband, speaker, and builder of a legacy rooted in creativity, family, and meaningful impact.

Connect with Dauss:

www.instagram.com/daussmiller

www.instagram.com/blastoffwithplanetu

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

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Thank you for your kindness. Remember, together we are better & can truly do so much.

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In this episode we talk about the power of music, the roots of artistry, how art influences who we are, trusting yourself and acting on ideas, the role of the breath and nervous system in creating art, overcoming fear, the inner child connection, the value of inner work and transformation, the power of honesty, becoming conscious of what we put out into the World, focusing on the process verse the product, celebrating the wins, accessing our humanity through acting, integrating art into everything and the tipping point to change. 

We also discuss being true to yourself, exploring your voice, how to tangibly create a better world, asking better questions, coming back to who you are, looking for the magic, paving a new way together by prioritizing connectedness and solutions, the truth beneath trauma and holistic wellness and sound healing. 

jeanie’ is the result of suppressed female rage, human rights injustices, and her sheltered and scary young adulthood. Once a child who naively expected the world to outgrow its power struggles, ‘jeanie’ now stands as a middle-aged mama, watching history repeat itself. Their music serves as both a lament and a call to awareness—an anthem for those who refuse to accept stagnation, both personally and globally.

With a blend of bittersweet melodies, sharp-witted lyricism, and unflinching honesty,

‘jeanie’ crafts songs that challenge, comfort, and spark conversation. For those who seek music with depth, purpose, and fearless authenticity, their sound is a home for the restless and the reckoning.

Connect with Jeanie: 

https://www.instagram.com/jeanieband/

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If you’d like to share feedback, have questions, want to collaborate or request for a specific guest & episode topic, you can email us at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your kindness. Remember, together we are better & can truly do so much.

Re-member, it always starts with you.

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In this episode we talk about consciously healing as a way of life, how releasing trauma and density permanently transforms your reality, releasing attachment, alchemizing experiences back to love, the power of perception, aligning with what we prefer, a new way to think about free will, calming the mind and shifting how we speak, discernment and interdependence, the art of healing and making it fun, normalizing your power, how we teach through being, the simplicity of your divine design, choosing timelines that excite you and embracing your infinite nature.

We also discuss the power of meditation and shifting your frequency, unconditional love and support, the idea of “sacrifice” and generational guilt, family dynamics, being centred in yourself and putting yourself first, normalizing joy and safety in the nervous system and using social media as a universal mirror. 

Michael Padurano is a living embodiment of transformative growth and inner balance. He stands as a testament to the journey from extremes to equilibrium, all while embracing his definitive purpose—to elevate humanity through knowledge and understanding. In his unwavering commitment to living by example, Michael navigates the path of radical self-awareness, extending his guidance to empower others to embark on their own journeys of self-discovery.

Michael defies conventional roles, rejecting the title of a mere coach. Instead, he is a creator, navigating a life without limits within a universe brimming with infinite possibilities. Michael shares his vulnerability as a means of guiding others toward their own answers, solutions, and healing. He recognizes that within each person's unique perspective lies the key to self-discovery—a truth waiting to be unearthed with the right guidance. Michael invites us to pause and reflect on a crucial, often overlooked aspect—the Inner Luminance. With profound insight, he encourages us to cherish the inner light that defines our individuality, beauty, and capacity to radiate positivity and love. Michael philosophy centers on the belief that this Inner Luminance is a potent

force within each of us, a force that, once acknowledged and nurtured, not only enriches our lives but also creates a ripple effect of positivity and love that extends to those around us. His unique approach guides individuals toward uncovering their own truths, encouraging them to find answers within themselves. In a world of external demands, Michael stands as a beacon, urging us to reconnect with our Inner Luminance and share our authentic selves with the world.

Connect with Michael: 

Www.inner-luminance.com

http://linkedin.com/in/michael-padurano

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpadurano/  f

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In this episode we talk about Gia’s experience in and out of the spotlight, how we define ourselves, doing what you value, prioritizing your happiness, being diverse and multi dimensional, taking chances, creating an empowering relationship to your life, allowing space for failure and new perspectives, exploring who you are outside of our art, redefining success and happiness, allowing Art to be a calling, true confidence, healthy ego, tapping into your power as an alchemist every day, staying true to who you are and what makes you happy, doing things for yourself, having a healthy relationship with social media, exploring new creative ventures, sexual + mental health, gender identity and expression and Gia’s thoughts on the future of humanity.

We also discuss the drag industry and how it's changing, alchemizing grief through art, finding aligned community by being yourself, wellness and self care, making music, Gia’s new passion for artistic swimming, the representation of queer community in sports and how being you is always enough.

Gia Metric is a dynamic Canadian drag artist celebrated for her boundary-pushing performances on Canada's Drag Race and in Vancouver's vibrant drag scene, who has recently made waves in the world of international artistic swimming by winning a silver medal just months after starting the sport. As an advocate for sexual health and mental health, Gia’s online presence is rooted in sharing personal stories and education to inspire queer youth. Her multi-passionate personality always keeps us guessing what she will do next!  

Connect with Gia:  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gia.metric/?igsh=NW4xZnJxdW50cmsx#

To connect with us on socials or to work with Chelsea 1:1 you can head to the links below:

The Bridge:

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Host: @chelsearuppel_ 

If you’d like to donate to support our missions to share love, peace & unity on this planet you can donate here:

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If you’d like to share feedback, have questions, want to collaborate or request for a specific guest & episode topic, you can email us at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your kindness. Remember, together we are better & can truly do so much.

Re-member, it always starts with you.

One Love,

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In this episode we talk about Universal energetics, Mysticism and Quantum Healing, the white picket fence lifestyle & how his life “falling apart” was the path to true fulfillment, NDE + Awakening, the ‘point’ of suffering, how embracing the unknown is necessary, becoming an example of how life can be when you heal, imagination as a way to access your creative power and infinite potential, returning to what you loved as a child and how your childhood joy holds the keys to your freedom, how loving your neighbour heal helps heal the world, allowing yourself to change and experience more excitement and delight, embracing all aspects of yourself instead of judging your true nature, seeing yourself as a unique expression of source, clearing resistance to make space for new creation and how the world is craving your authenticity.

We also discuss the paradoxical nature of existence and seeing God in all things, transforming the experience of darkness, free will as the ultimate act of love, how contrast is your friend, joy as the anchor, how love uplifts us and living from the inside out. 

OptiMystic Banks is a mystic rapper, philosopher, and psychic guide who blends music, spirituality, and deep wisdom into transformative experiences. Through his art, private Mystic Activation Sessions, and mentorship, he helps others awaken their inner magic, explore altered states of consciousness, and align with the language of the YOUniverse.

Connect with Banks:

https://linktr.ee/OptiMysticBanks

To connect with us on socials or to work with Chelsea 1:1 you can head to the links below:

The Bridge:

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Host: @chelsearuppel_ 

If you’d like to donate to support our missions to share love, peace & unity on this planet you can donate here:

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If you’d like to share feedback, have questions, want to collaborate or request for a specific guest & episode topic, you can email us at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your kindness. Remember, together we are better & can truly do so much.

Re-member, it always starts with you.

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In this episode we talk about the inner workings of Astrology and humans design as a road map to your full potential, growing up in arts and theatre and the evolution of passion and identity, taking responsibility for your life to optimize your desired experience, survival and praise vs true authenticity, visibility & being perceived, receiving praise for the wrong things, thoughts on ADHD, autism and redefining what is normal in  a world of increasing sensitivity, how labels and context can empower and validate our experience without limiting who we are, conditioning vs your divine blueprint, family dynamics and healing our lineage in real time with loved ones by seeing triggers as a generational mirror and opportunity to come home to love.

We also discuss living in technicolour, outsourcing vs discernment, conscious embodiment, shadow work vs victimhood, nervous system regulation, somatic healing, duality, attachment styles, relationships and fluidity.

Danielle is an industry leader in Human Design, Trauma Healing, Astrology, Meditation, Breath work, and somatic healing, all of which have personally really brought her back from some pretty epic burnouts. She has pivoted careers many times, built multiple 6- figure businesses, and is a master Manifestor. In 3 years, she has built Danielle on the Daily Inc to a 7- figure brand. Danielle has coached hundreds of men and women looking to leave the current business paradigm behind, and are only interested in a delusional and beautiful life with no limits. In her words, I am a master of supporting you in living a life that feeds your soul, and having a business that is centered around your life context. My specialty is depth and seeing my clients’ blindspots. I believe that when you know yourself, you win™. With her extensive education and experience, she guides and gives her clients the tools necessary to scale a massive and sustainable life and business. One that is completely out of the matrix. 

Her celebrities she particularly likes: Taylor Swift, Kendrick, Beyoncé. 

Connect with Danielle:

WEBSITE

Insta

TikTok 

PODCAST LINK

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The Bridge:

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Host: @chelsearuppel_ 

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If you’d like to share feedback, have questions, want to collaborate or request for a specific guest & episode topic, you can email us at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your kindness. Remember, together we are better & can truly do so much.

Re-member, it always starts with you.

One Love,

The Bridge Team

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