In this episode, I sit down with Lena Kemna to explore the raw and real journey of becoming the first female German big wave surfer — all while pursuing a PhD, working as a brand consultant, creating content, free diving, and more. Lena opens up about what it means to show up authentically, and how small steps can lead to big transformations.

Together, we explore:

• ​Why she chose to share the not-always-glamorous side of becoming a big wave surfer in her documentary "L E N A"
• ​Navigating Nazaré as a beginner — and a woman
• ​How she balances pushing limits while honoring her intuition
• ​Her advice for carving your own authentic path
• ​A surprise twist: Lena turns the mic and interviews me about my podcasting journey

…and so much more!

Chapters

 00:03 The Journey of a Big Wave Surfer

01:58 Authenticity in Storytelling

05:14 The Reality of Surfing Challenges

08:49 Breaking Barriers as a Female Surfer

11:19 Navigating Intimidation in the Surfing World

14:31 The Changing Landscape for Women in Surfing

16:08 Balancing Risk and Intuition

18:39 Managing a Multifaceted Life

21:25 Turning Intuition into Action

24:33 Facing Challenges and Embracing Privilege

29:22 Empowering Conversations: The Journey of Women

32:08 Breaking Barriers: Trust and Collaboration Among Women

34:48 Confidence in the Face of Fear: Lessons from Surfing

37:57 Overcoming Fear: Steps to Empowerment

42:54 Building a Sustainable Brand: Authenticity Over Algorithms

45:23 The Power of Connection: Merging Personal and Professional Worlds

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What does it take to turn BIG dreams into reality?Join us as we explore the inspiring journey and powerful mindset of dancer, choreographer, and creative leader Alyx Steel.

A true creative force, Alyx has choreographed for global superstars like Charli XCXand David Guetta at the MTV EMAs, led choreography for the Sugababes’ full tours and headline performances, and danced for icons including Rihanna, P!nk, and Coldplay – and many more.

But her impact goes far beyond the stage. Alyx is also the visionary founder of SmashGlobal – a groundbreaking Bachelor’s program for dancers ready to go all in on their dreams.

If you’ve ever found yourself shrinking your ambitions, or letting go of your dreams because you’ve lost faith – this conversation is for you.

Chapters

00:00 Journey to LA: A Dream Realized

05:51 The Power of Surrender and New Beginnings

11:40 The Creative Process: From Vision to Reality

17:59 Dance as a Vehicle for Joy and Healing

23:50 Cultivating Passion: The Key to Fulfillment

29:42 Resilience and Courage: Steps to Growth

30:17 Navigating Disappointment and Rejection

31:52 Celebrating Success and Setting Boundaries

34:20 Embracing New Challenges and Growth

39:14 Dreaming Big and Following Your Passion

47:56 The Power of Dance and Resilience

54:52 Reframing Frustration in Skill Development

55:55 Introducing the Smash Global Program

57:28 Building a Legacy in Dance Education

59:31 Creating Global Opportunities for Dancers

01:01:55 Transforming Dance Education

01:07:13 The Importance of Environment in Growth

01:09:53 Dreaming Bigger and Finding Your Tribe

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What does it really mean to design a life true to you? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Britt van Heekeren, who answered that question after the sudden loss of her father in 2021. With no clear roadmap, Britt left behind convention to follow her intuition – and now lives on the road, surfing, exploring, and creating a life of freedom and intention.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Journey of Exploration and Reflection

12:28 Defining Success on Your Own Terms

27:18 The Impact of Loss and Life Changes

31:22 The Weight of Constant Travel

37:25 Understanding Burnout Beyond theCorporate World

41:12 Identity and Lifestyle Reflections

42:11 Finding Clarity Through Movement andMindfulness

46:22 Balancing Personal Needs with SocialExpectations

50:11 Creating a Retreat: A NewPassion Project

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What if building a successful business isn’t about pushing harder, but about slowing down enough to actually hear what your body’s trying to tell you?

In this episode, I’m joined by holistic business strategist, speaker, and Workwomb podcast host Abbi Miller for a conversation that’s as grounding as it is energizing.

Together, we explore:

• ​What “Body Before Biz” Really Means – and Why It’s the Most Effective Strategy for Building a Successful, Sustainable Business
• ​Why Showing Up Authentically (a.k.a. Waving Your Freak Flag) Turns You Into a Powerful Magnet for Aligned Opportunities and Meaningful Relationships
• ​Grounding Practices to Stay Connected to Yourself Through the Inevitable Ups and Downs of Entrepreneurship

… and so much more!

If you’re ready to build something that feels good and makes money — this one’s for you.

CHAPTERS

04:58 Body Before Business: The Importance ofIntuition

08:56 Waving Your Freak Flag: Authenticity in Businessand Life

19:46 Navigating Growth and Healing: The Dual Journey

25:16 Embracing the Unknown: Courage in Creativity

28:30 The Dance with Fear: Growth Through Discomfort

33:00 Vulnerability vs. Oversharing: The Fine Line

35:23 Navigating Hardship: The Balance of Sharing andPrivacy

39:10 Prioritizing Self-Care: Body Before Business

43:28 The Power of Focus: Setting Intentional Goals

47:46 Celebrating Small Wins: The Importance ofAcknowledgment

Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Wednesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified.

Connect with Abbi Miller:

• ​Abbi's method for cycle-syncing & time batching for FREE: https://workwomb.myflodesk.com/monday
• ​Workwomb Instagram
• ​The Workwomb Podcast
• ​Biz on the Beach, Somatic Biz Retreat in Mexico
• ​The Elevated Circle, Intimate Biz Mastermind
• ​Free 30-min consult with Abbi to chat about working together <3

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What’s your relationship with emotions? Are you able to articulate how you truly feel? Whether it’s joy, grief, love, anger, or confusion – emotions don’t always translate easily into words.

For choreographer and artistic director Muhammed Kaltuk (Muhi), dance has become the translator. Rather than forcing words onto feelings he doesn’t yet understand, he lets movement lead the way. Through dance, Muhi explores, expresses, and ultimately makes sense of the intangible.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• ​Muhi’s creative process: From first spark of inspiration to the final piece
• ​How intuition, collaboration, and experimentation shape his artistry
• ​The story behind his latest work, Same Love
• ​Why embracing the unknown and adopting a beginner’s mindset can spark transformation
• ​Thoughtful reflections and encouragement for anyone navigating a creative path

... and so much more!

If you’ve ever been overwhelmed by a feeling you couldn’t name, this conversation might just feel like coming home.

Chapters:

00:00 The Journey of Creating a Piece

01:43 Exploring Political Feelings and Love

04:15 Navigating Love Across Cultures

06:27 Understanding Love Languages

06:41 The Complexity of Love

08:24 The Journey of Self-Expression through Dance

15:13 Following Your Instincts and Dreams

19:55 Collaborating with Artistic Inspirations

19:55 Lessons from the Journey

26:11 Future Performances and Cultural Exchange

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What happens when you finally achieve the dream you worked so hard for — and it no longer feels right?
When the thing that once set your soul on fire starts to feel like someone else’s story?

In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Wilcox, a professional ballet dancer who made the brave decision to retire at the height of her career.

We explore:

• Her journey to becoming an elite ballet dancer — and the hidden struggles behind the spotlight

• The courage it takes to let go of what no longer fits

• How she found the strength to walk away and start over

• The freedom that comes from honouring your inner knowing — even when it means leaving everything you’ve built

• A glimpse into her new project: The Left Field Podcast

  
  

...and so much more.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to pivot, to walk away from something that no longer aligns, or to start over — this one’s for you.

Chapters

00:00 Determination and Pursuing Ballet

02:21 Navigating Parental Concerns

05:28 The Challenges of the Dance Industry

08:21 Dealing with External Pressures

11:40 Finding Balance and Community

14:28 Realizations and Questions in the Dance Career

17:25 The Decision to Retire from Dance

24:32 Navigating Career Transitions in Dance

28:46 The Role of Mentorship and Personal Growth

32:00 Reconnecting with Passion and Self-Trust

34:56 Lessons Learned from Ballet

47:37 Advice for Aspiring Dancers and Artists

51:07 Launching a New Podcast Journey

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How do you explain to a child that a loved one has died? How do we begin conversations that are so delicate, so painful – and yet so vital to processing loss and grief?

For Benedicte Caramin, these questions became deeply personal after the profound losses of both her father and her brother. But rather than turning away from the pain, she chose to move toward it – transforming her grief into something meaningful.

In this conversation, we explore:

• ​Bene’s journey to becoming a children’s book author
• ​The story behind "Uncle Ollie"
• ​How fantasy and storytelling help both children and adults process grief
• ​The role of radical honesty and compassion in navigating loss
• ​The importance of onesies – and keeping joy and playfulness in life

… and so much more.

Chapters00:00 Exploring Grief Through Storytelling

02:10 The Process of Writing Uncle Ollie

04:56 The Role of Illustrations in Grief

07:59 Navigating Conversations About Loss

10:53 Radical Honesty in Communication

14:05 Finding Presence in Grief

16:53 The Healing Power of Water Photography

19:17 Embracing Playfulness in Life

22:13 Connecting Through Shared Experiences

25:01 The Importance of Honesty with Children

27:57 Celebrating Life and Memories30:42 The Future of Uncle Ollie and New Projects

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Sometimes, the best opportunities aren’t the ones you find – they’re the ones you create. Austrian Waterwoman Christina Gindl has done exactly that. By transforming her passion for surfing and freediving into a profession, she’s carving a path that truly aligns with her heart and takes her beyond mental and physical limitations.

In this episode, Christina reflects on:

• Tackling bigger surf and the training it requires

• Taking calculated risks and trusting your inner voice

• Shifting your mindset to stay accountable and overcome procrastination• Why rest and community are essential for sustainable growth

• A behind-the-scenes look at her short film Above and Below

• Heartfelt advice for anyone ready to follow their own path

… and so much more!

00:00 Journey to the Ocean: A Life of Passion

10:10 Embracing Challenges: The Path to Professionalism

19:55 Calculated Risks: Trusting Your Inner Voice

30:14 The Power of Community: Surrounding Yourself with Support

40:05 The Call to Co-Create Impact and Protect the Ocean

47:19 Living Your Best Life: Daily Routines and Mindset

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What's your relationship with discomfort?

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Rithiely Pereira. A world-class dancer and movement director, she’s graced the stages of the Grammys, the Super Bowl, and Coachella, performing for stars like Ariana Grande, Shakira, and Pharrell Williams – just to name a few.

In short: Rithiely knows exactly what it means to put yourself out there and show up for your dreams – even if (or especially when) it feels uncomfortable.

In this raw and inspiring conversation, Rithiely opens up about:

• ​How her drive evolved from a desire to be seen to a deeper calling to serve the dance world
• ​The mindset shifts and tools that help her move through resistance, imposter syndrome, and fear
• ​Her insights into the power of authenticity and setting clear intentions to shape your destiny
• ​Her grounded approach to social media — and how she stays aligned despite the noise
• ​The rewards of redefining success on her own terms

If you’ve ever struggled to get out of your own way, this one’s for you.

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Have you ever felt so exhausted, so sick – maybe even delirious — that just getting through the day felt like a victory?

Now imagine being in that state while crossing the Atlantic Ocean.
Thirty days at sea. No land in sight. Nowhere to anchor. From day one, you're seasick.
Storms slam the boat. Waves crash over the deck. Dry clothes? Just a memory. But you made a promise: to document this voyage.

That’s exactly where filmmaker and photographer Alizé Jireh found herself while shooting the documentary Women and the Wind.

So, how do you keep going when your only instinct is to curl up and sleep?

How do you navigate that kind of discomfort — mentally, physically, emotionally?

In other words, what does it take to create art under such extreme conditions?

Turns out, sometimes the most powerful thing to do isn’t to push harder — but to fully surrender instead.

In this episode, Alizé shares:

• How radical acceptance became her surprising ally in making Women and the Wind while battling nonstop seasickness.

• The powerful role of vulnerability and nudity — both in the movie and in her personal journey as an artist.

• The deep personal transformation that came from being completely disconnected from the outside world.

• Her heartfelt advice for creatives ready to unleash their inner artist.

• A sneak peek into her next bold chapter: spending a year documenting life in a remote Arctic lighthouse.

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