Check out today's guest Nicole  on Instagram

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

Summary

In this episode, Andrew and Nicole Spagnuolo discuss Nicole's journey through podcasting, her experiences with public speaking anxiety, and the transition from hobbyist to professional in woodworking. They also touch on their personal lives, including their relationship, parenting challenges, and Nicole's health journey with epilepsy. The conversation highlights the importance of finding one's voice, overcoming fears, and navigating the complexities of life and work. In this conversation, Nicole Spagnuolo and Andrew discuss their personal journeys through mental health challenges, autoimmune issues, and the importance of therapy. They explore the impact of medication, dietary influences on health, and the role of creative outlets in managing stress. The discussion also touches on the significance of authenticity in content creation and the value of building real connections in a digital world.

Chapters

00:00 Mental Health Challenges and Discoveries

03:09 Finding One's Voice and Overcoming Fear

08:19 Career Path and Public Speaking

13:54 Technology and Early Career Experiences

15:38 Facing New Challenges: Moving to DC

18:08 Building Confidence in Public Speaking

21:46 The Journey to Love: Meeting Mark

26:21 Transitioning from Hobbyist to Professional

31:40 Navigating Parenthood and Special Needs

35:11 Understanding Epilepsy and Personal Struggles

43:15 Navigating Mental Health and Medication

44:09 Shared Experiences with Autoimmune Conditions

46:29 Understanding Histamine Sensitivity and Autoimmunity

48:55 Dietary Choices and Their Impact on Health

51:11 The Role of Meditation and Breathing Techniques

55:06 Finding Balance in Daily Life and Responsibilities

01:05:25 Strategies for Managing Stress as Entrepreneurs

01:06:53 Embracing AI in Education

01:08:49 Building Authentic Community

01:13:43 Navigating Online Authenticity

01:14:54 The Role of Play Therapy

Check out today's guest Chelsea  on Instagram

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

Check out today's guest Michael at https://www.instagram.com/doranviolins on Instagram

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

Summary

In this episode of the Workshop Therapy podcast, host Andrew interviews Michael Doran, an award-winning luthier based near Seattle. They discuss Michael's journey in violin making, the intricacies of crafting string instruments, and the art of repair. Michael shares insights into the challenges and rewards of being a luthier, the importance of wood selection, and the complexities of sound production in violins. The conversation also touches on the philosophical aspects of craftsmanship and the relationship between the maker and the musician.

Chapters

00:00 Michael Doran's Journey into Violin Making

08:03 The Art and Science of Luthiery

17:37 Construction and Finishing of a Cello Top

18:55 The Art of Antiquing Instruments

23:10 Craftsmanship vs. Mass Production

26:37 The Soul of Instruments: Use vs. Collection

32:43 Finding Perfection in Imperfection

38:04 The Science of Wood Selection

42:18 The Complexity of Violin Design

Check out today's guest Andre at @marginalgain on Instagram

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

Summary

In this conversation, Andrew interviews Andre Szucs, the CEO and master designer of Marginal Gain, who shares his journey as an amputee and his passion for cycling. They discuss the concept of marginal gains in cycling, the importance of creativity in product development, and the challenges of prototyping and innovation. Andre emphasizes the significance of starting small and not being afraid to fail, as well as the role of community in the creative process. The conversation concludes with Andre's aspirations for the future of his brand and the cycling industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:00 The Journey to Marginal Gain

07:24 Creative Process and Innovation in Cycling

14:58 The Creative Process in Prosthetics

16:47 From Prosthetics to Cycling Innovation

18:55 Prototyping and Manufacturing Challenges

21:30 Turning Ideas into Reality

23:50 Marginal Gains and the Creative Journey

26:45 Embracing Innovation in Woodworking and Beyond

29:21 The Value of Simple Ideas

30:43 Nasty sneaky patronses always giving us their su.mp3

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

Summary

In this episode, Andrew and Tamara explore the themes of perfectionism and burnout, discussing how these issues impact relationships, creativity, and personal growth. They share personal experiences and insights on navigating the challenges of perfectionism, the importance of embracing imperfection, and the concept of wabi-sabi. The conversation emphasizes the need for community support and the shift from a perfectionist mindset to one focused on progress and self-acceptance.

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email [email protected] 

Books We Recommend

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F 

Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD

Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC

Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z

Check out the social medias

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

www.TamaraHatch.ca

Sorry for the silence here. But things are super busy right now but we'll be back next week