In this episode of 'What Am I Modeling? Tricia Pingel interviews Tracy Yarad, an Australian-born singer-songwriter who moved to New York City in her late 50s after a painful divorce. Tracy shares her journey of rebuilding her life and how she transformed her experiences into a one-woman show titled 'All These Pretty Things'. The conversation highlights themes of resilience, personal growth, and the power of storytelling through music.

BIO

Australia-born, New York-based Tracey Yarad is a pianist and singer-songwriter with jazz sensibilities. Her career has taken her from touring Australia with her original music and having a Top 40 single in the ’90s, to a seven-year residency singing in 5-star hotels in Japan, to running her own music school for 18 years in the Blue Mountains of Australia, to New York.

Blessed with a soulful, incredibly beautiful instrument and a talent for composing heartfelt and evocative songs, Tracey has produced multiple projects since relocating to New York City, performing at the 55 Bar, Soapbox Gallery, the Bitter End, Birdland, among others. She has collaborated with Grammy-nominated Chilean vocal star Claudia Acuna, Grammy-winning Jon Cowherd and avant garde saxophonist Dave Binney. Her duo performance with pianist Jim Ridl, ‘Lost in Translation’ (featuring stories and songs from her seven years as a hotel singer in Japan) was flagged by the New Yorker’s award-winning journalist Steve Futterman, who wrote, “If demanding experience leads to hard-won wisdom, Yarad and Ridl will have much to impart.”

In 2024 she took her her one-woman-show All These Pretty Things to the Edinburgh Fringe, a musical memoir based on her own experience of her 23 year marriage and it's shocking demise. The show has received rave reviews and is touring extensively in Australia and the UK in 2025.  "Breathtakingly honest and gorgeously sung songs on the themes of loss and abandonment, and the restorative power of music and love.”  - Broadway World

As part of her re-invention in her new life in NYC she has added jazz photographer to her list of professional accomplishments, and is photographer of choice for many of New York’s leading jazz musicians. Her work has appeared in Downbeat, Guitar Player, and Drum Scene magazines.

Keywords

Tracy Yarad, singer-songwriter, New York City, personal journey, betrayal, resilience, one-woman show, All These Pretty Things, musical memoir, life transformation

https://traceyyarad.com/all-these-pretty-things

https://traceyyarad.com

@traceyyarad (Instagram)

https://traceyyarad.com/epk

In this inspiring interview, Tim Organ shares his transformative journey from corporate success to a life focused on healing, community, and purpose. Discover insights on living a transformational life, the importance of community, health, and balancing personal and professional growth. 

 keywords 

Transformation,Health,Community,Success,Personal Growth,Healing,Mindset,Wellness,Business,Life Balance

 resources

 @timorganofficial IG FB
@timothy.organ11 IG
https://thehbgc.com/

Thehbgc.com - https://thehbgc.com

https://linkedin.com/in/timorgan

"Kate Baker is a writer, speaker, and former law enforcement professional with more than two decades of experience in high-pressure environments. Drawing on lived experience, leadership insight, and a deeply values-led approach, she now writes and speaks about kindness, courage, resilience, and what it means to stay human in challenging times. Through her books, interviews, and keynote work, she explores how strength and humanity can coexist in both life and leadership, challenging the idea that kindness is weakness and showing how it can be a powerful, practical form of strength."

In this inspiring interview, Kate Baker shares her journey from police officer to advocate for kindness and reinvention. Discover practical strategies for building kindness, protecting yourself online, and transforming adversity into growth, all while emphasizing the power of empathy and self-care.

Kate Baker's Book: Staying Kind in an Unkind World - https://www.thekindrebellion.com/books

Website - www.thekindrebellion.com 

https://www.facebook.com/thekindrebellion

Amazon.com: Staying Kind in an Unkind World: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Leading With Empathy, Protecting Your Peace, and Inspiring Change at Work, in Life, and in Your Community (Audible Audio Edition): Kate Baker, McGilvray Press, Virtual Voice: Books

Welcome back to What Am I Modeling! 
Today I'm joined by Dr. Natasha Kassam, a Naturopathic Doctor, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Executive Wellness Coach who brings a unique perspective on healing perfectionism through hypnosis and generational trauma work.

In this powerful conversation, we explore:
✨ Why perfectionism is actually a survival strategy, not a character flaw
✨ How immigrant family dynamics can create "you can't get this wrong" pressure
✨ What hypnosis really is (and why you're always in control)
✨ Using regression therapy to heal generational trauma patterns
✨ Practical techniques to regulate your nervous system in 3-5 minutes
✨ How to reconnect with your authentic values versus inherited expectations
✨ The difference between goal-oriented achievement and perfectionist survival mode

About Dr. Natasha Kassam:
Dr. Natasha is a Naturopathic Doctor, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Executive Wellness Coach with 17 years of practice experience. Her mission is to help people heal generational trauma and restrictive beliefs that block self-compassion and lasting well-being. After being named one of Portland's Top Doctors and running a successful practice, she now specializes in helping people break free from perfectionist survival patterns using trauma-informed hypnotherapy approaches.

Whether you're a recovering perfectionist, struggling with inherited family pressure, or curious about how hypnosis can help you access your authentic self, this conversation offers profound insights into breaking free from survival patterns.
Connect with Dr. Natasha Kassam:
🌐 Website: drnatasha.net
🎁 FREE hypnosis recordings available on her website

Key Topics: perfectionism, hypnosis, generational trauma, immigrant families, nervous system regulation, authentic values, naturopathic medicine, ancestral healing, self-compassion, cultural pressure

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Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, a licensed Naturopathic Physician with two decades of experience, specializes in empowering health-conscious professionals to conquer long COVID and ME/CFS fatigue. Her personal battle with chronic fatigue inspired her to uncover its root causes, leading to the creation of a transformative system that addresses the five core root causes of Chronic Fatigue/ME. This approach helps those overwhelmed by exhaustion regain their energy and vitality, allowing them to fully embrace life once again. Combining a thorough functional medical approach with deep subconscious work, Dr. Tufenkian's method facilitates significant shifts in both physical and energetic well-being. She believes in a holistic healing process that integrates the physical, mental/emotional, and energetic dimensions, emphasizing the body's inherent ability to be vital. Dr. Tufenkian earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the National University of Natural Medicine. She is also a mom of two, happily married and loves her time outdoors and in the kitchen.

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@dr.jennytufenkian IG

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Discover how integrity, innovation, and holistic approaches are transforming pet health care. Dr. Ruth Roberts shares her inspiring journey from vet school rejection to pioneering holistic pet coaching and advancing animal well-being.

Main Topics Covered:

• Dr. Ruth Roberts' personal journey from aspiring veterinarian to holistic pet health advocate
• The shortcomings of conventional veterinary medicine and the shift towards preventative and integrative care
• The impact of corporate practices and profit-driven models on pet health decisions
• Innovative approaches like the Croc Pet Diet and holistic pet coaching
• The importance of owner empowerment and trusting intuition in pet health management
• Strategies for natural parasite control and reducing environmental toxins for pets
• The role of emotional support and grief management in pet end-of-life care
• The future of veterinary medicine including health coaches, functional medicine, and customized reproductive strategies

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In this insightful interview, Dr. Steve Rondeau discusses the limitations of mental health labels like ADD and anxiety, emphasizing the importance of understanding individual brain patterns through EEG scans. Discover how personalized brain mapping can transform treatment approaches, improve communication, and unlock hidden potential. 

 keywords

 brain mapping, EEG, mental health, ADD, anxiety, personalized treatment, brain patterns, neurodiversity, mental health labels, brain scans

 resources

 Think Like a Brain - https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Brain-Understanding-Patterns/dp/XXXXXX

Axon EEG Solutions - https://axoneegsolutions.com

Brain Mapping Technology - https://brainmappingtech.com

Website - https://axoneegsolutions.com

In this inspiring interview, Karen Jacobsen, known as the GPS Girl, shares her journey from a small Australian town to global recognition. She discusses her career as a voice actor, singer-songwriter, and TEDx speaker, emphasizing the importance of recalculating life's directions, trusting your inner GPS, and embracing creativity at any age.

International  Concert Artist, Songwriter and Professional Speaker, it was Karen Jacobsen’s speaking voice that unexpectedly led to a unique pop culture status. In over 7 billion GPS and smartphone devices worldwide, including the original Aussie ’Siri’, hers is the voice of reason, telling us where to go and what to do on a daily basis. In real life,  her speaking presentations, concert performances and songs sparkle with possibility, as she entertains and inspires others to Recalculate their way to their dream destination in life. 

 keywords

Karen Jacobsen, GPS Girl, recalculating life, creativity, aging, career change, mentorship, stress management, health, inspiration 

linktr.ee/karenthegpsgirl

@karenthegpsgirl

thegpsgirl.com

https://karenjacobson.com

Welcome back to Season 3 of What Am I Modeling!

Dr. Tricia Pingel reflects on the importance of modeling authenticity, rest, and balance in life and how these influence our personal and professional lives. She shares insights on her season's upcoming topics, personal growth, and the power of intentional living. 

keywords

 self-awareness, modeling, authenticity, balance, stress management, brain health, personal growth, leadership, mental health, season three
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In this heartfelt solo episode, Dr.Tricia Pingel reflects on the powerful moments and lessons from Season 2 of 'What Am I Modeling?', shares insights on authenticity, growth, and the importance of modeling positive behaviors, and teases exciting plans for Season 3.

Connect with Dr. Tricia: 
🌐 Website: https://drpingel.com 
📱 Instagram: @drpingel 
💼 LinkedIn: Dr. Tricia Pingel 
🎵 TikTok: @drtriciapingel 

New episodes every week on "What Am I Modeling" - the show that asks: if everyone copied your example, what kind of world would we create?

personal growth, authenticity, leadership, mental health, self-awareness, season 3, community impact, inner work, stress signals, modeling behavior
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