Mireka Starr shares her incredible journey of becoming an artist, but there was once a time when she considered herself a ‘non-artistic’ person. In this episode, she shares how a mentor in LA helped her discover painting and her gift for self-expression. Through art, she found confidence as a gay woman, an outlet for healing, and her life’s passion.  Connect on Instagram @mirekastarr  Online gallery: saatchiart.com/mirekastarr Learn more: rivalandqueen.com

65. The Power of Self-Expression with Mireka Starr

We're on a mission to level-up our lives, in all ways. This lifestyle podcast is how we learn.

We discover topics that are totally new to us, diving deeper on stuff we like, and finding inspiration from people on unique paths (while trying to befriend all our guests!).

We share those conversations with you, bringing joy, inspiration, and new discoveries every Thursday. 

Hosted by Ashley Kielbratowski & Sarah Murphy. Learn more at rivalandqueen.com.

Personal Journals

Society & Culture

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

The Chocolate Chip Cookie Challenge is back in 2023! Guest judges, Andy Hay and Quake Matthews join us to find the best cookie in Halifax. We taste a whopping 21 cookies this year. In a huge upset - we have a new #1.  Find out who ranks 1, 2, and 3.  Show notes: Connect with Andy Hay at Andy's East Coast Kitchen: @andyseastcoastkitchen_ theeastcoastkitchen.com Connect with Quake Matthews: @quakematthews Listen to Quake's new EP with Young Buck:  Learn As I Go   Chat with us & connect @rivalandqueen   Thank you to all our cookie contestants!  Whisk & Crumble Bliss Caffeine Bar Steve-O-Reno's East Coast Bakery Pavia Lara Cafe Bird's Nest Tart & Soul Ori Layers Terra Cafe Phat Cookies Dilly Dally Grounded CHKN CHOP Luke's Small Goods The FOG company Edible Matters Apartment 3 24 Carrot Tim Hortons   

Let's Crown the Best Cookie in Halifax 2023

Who said cookies?? It’s been a hot minute but we are back! We have lots to catch you up on.  This week we fast-forwarded to prepping for the holidays and Sarah’s ultimate Christmas trip. And of course how we are doing fall fashion, why we buy and use certain products, AND we are planning the legendary cookie-tasting episode. Stay tuned for more and our special guests! Follow Sarah’s new podcast, Reconnect & Awaken Living Libations Skincare   Connect with us and chat on Instagram @rivalandqueen

143. Cookies, Christmas, & everything in between

Hello, summertime, and hello thong bikinis! Yes, that’s right, we weigh in on Gen-Zers' rediscovering things that we Millennials already consider in style or popular, like thong bikinis. Or are we just old? Summer also has us thinking about our long locks of hair and proper hair hydration. We spontaneously dive into our own hair issues. According to astrology, this is also meant to be the “summer of love” and let me tell you, we are already feeling the summer love vibes! Thank you for listening. Subscribe & follow us on all social media channels @rivalandqueen.  

142. Thongs, locks & love - hello summer!

We’ve got a proper besties catch-up! We’ve been missing you and wanted to hop back on the mic for a fun episode.  We’ve got:   Birth stories recap & Ashley’s first weeks of mama-hood The great bed hunt Our trips & traveling with a baby  Keep connected with us on social: @rivalandqueen We love you! Ash & Sarah

141. Welcome to mama-hood & the same old antics

It’s hard to believe but it’s our final episode of 2022. This week we reflect on the last year and look forward to 2023! We share what’s been going on the last few months and share our life updates. It wouldn’t be a December R&Q; episode without talking about our holiday excitement and gift guide must haves! See you in 2023, Happy Holidays! Love Ash & Sarah   Get our gift guide at https://www.instagram.com/rivalandqueen/

65. The Power of Self-Expression with Mireka Starr

Download our free app to listen on your phone