In Episode 5, I have the pleasure of speaking with Flora Yang. Flora refers to herself as a "life-experiencer." Flora shares with us her experiences of living in multiple cities, leading from the heart, her own personal journey, and the process of writing her book, "Unanswered," which will be published this summer. 

Flora is currently working as a business consultant, with deep interest in self-discovery, self-awareness, and personal growth. She has travelled and worked in multiple cities and industries. She is intensely curious about herself, others, and various cultures, and how they all interact in the world.

"Unanswered" is her first English book. She is compelled to write because this is how she meditates, how she processes her thoughts and her experiences, and how she connects with them. In her book, she shares her thoughts, experiences, and what she has learned in hopes that it may resonate with readers and comfort or inspire them.

For more information, you can connect with Flora here:

Website: [email protected] 

LinkedIn

Facebook 

Instagram @florayang_author

Link to Unanswered - watch out for the Amazon link to purchase the book - expected publication August 2021

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Podgecast. I feel honoured to welcome Desirée Dawson as my guest. She is a queer recording artist, songwriter, producer and yoga teacher from Vancouver BC. Desirée is very passionate about music’s role in collective healing, by encouraging listeners to find a connection within themselves and the people and land around them.

In our conversation, we touch on many big topics, including the many identities we navigate, healing from trauma, safety and belonging, self love, and of course, music. Desirée talks to us a bit about racialized trauma and recommends the book My Grandmother's Hands. You can find the book online and I picked it up from my favourite independent bookstore Iron Dog Books: 

I invited Desirée to sing to us so you'll get to hear her sing her beautiful acapella song, What I Need, which will be on her new album that is planned for release this summer. 

Where to find Desirée: 

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1BeMe0yy4Sqo29rnqkZ1tc?si=u5iMVqsJSXib-Vnjrd93DQ&dl_branch=1

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

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/desireedawsonofficial

Website https://www.desireedawsonmusic.com

Rescue by Alysha Brilla: https://open.spotify.com/track/39pT7iJCkKGY6QkWqnvciP?si=l12TTxfBRSKj8oVrzT7v3w&dl_branch=1

In Episode 2, I have an inspiring and uplifting conversation with Vancouver-based entrepreneur, Pearl Cicci. I met her at a virtual networking event about 6 months ago and we had an instant connection. Tune in to learn how Pearl found ways to weave her passions into her dream business, while having fun and helping others! Pearl shares how she was born into a family who eats healthy and she learned in elementary school that others didn't understand the importance of nutrition. This is part of what fuels her desire to help others. She also shares how a devastating loss gave her insight into how much she wants to live life fully every day, and that she wants to help others find joy in their lives too. We wrap by talking about her dance fitness classes. 

Pearl is a plant based nutritionist, health coach and personal trainer with a passion for educating people about taking care of their bodies. Her goal is to make it easy and simple to achieve optimal health. Taking a very holistic approach, Pearl is focused on the overall well being of a person. Working with women entrepreneurs to make them feel good, increase their energy levels and optimize their health, through plant based approaches and movement. Thus allowing them to show up better for their businesses and other areas of life. She believes that with proper information and guidance, everyone can feel and look their best!

Where to find Pearl: 

Instagram: @pearlcicci

Website: pearlcicci.com

Book mention: Dancing the Dream by Jamie Sams 

Introducing The Podgecast's first guest, Ashley Avinashi. Listen to the trailer and join us April 1st for our unscripted discussion on authenticity, parenting, and play.

Where to connect with Ashley and her work:

Facebook: The Village 

Instagram: @raisinghumanity 

Website: www.raisinghumanity.com

Welcome to the Podgecast. This is a preview of a brand new podcast launching April 1st 2021. My name is Rachel and I'll be your host. I'll be interviewing people to learn about and celebrate the positive ripples they are making in communities and in the world. 

There's a philosphy that a "virtuous act is less virtuous if you talk about it." This is a platform where people are invited to share the meaningful work they are doing in the world, without apology. 

Join me this Thursday and follow me on Instagram @the_podgecast.