On today's episode I will be talking with my grandmother, Loverle. Born in 1935, she has seen immense change in her lifetime, but also some events that seem to be repeating themselves. We will be discussing becoming a catholic/christian at 16 years of age, the difference in philosophy between christianity and catholicism, raising 7 children over a short period of time, and some thoughts on the civil rights movement of the 60's compared to today's movement. Technology was our foe today, but we made the most of it and enjoyed the conversation. I hope you do as well.

Nastashia Minto is a local award-winning author/poet, though she may not be the first to acknowledge that. She's a wonderful human being with a wealth of experience and reflection that I have been wanting to interview for the podcast since it's inception. I hope you enjoy the first, and hopefully not last, interview with Nastashia on today's episode. For more on Nastashia, check out her book, 'Naked: The Rhythm and Groove of It. The Depth and Length to It' Support local by buying at small bookshops: https://www.powells.com/book/naked-9780997749120 

Adam is a great college friend, and someone that I always wish was around my home city of Portland more. We will be discussing some lessons learned from growing up in a small town to now traveling the globe. Also discussed during this episode is gratitude, and steps that we are taking to maintain our mental health during times of stress.

Tanner is a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, but also an old friend. Growing up in a small town was a formative and important experience for both of us, but now that his job is predicated on travel and and working with people from all over the world, has this changed his outlook? Also discussed during this episode is the impact of social media on today's youth.

Mira is a new friend and colleague. This podcast was as much about asking the predetermined questions as it was me getting to know someone new to my circle. She is immensely curious, and provides a prospective that I will continue to value and be grateful for.

In my first podcast, I'll be speaking with my cousin, Joe Ryan. He has been a close friend since childhood, and a best friend as we have both transitioned into our respective careers. The conversations that we have had over the last five to ten years have prompted deeper questions and reflection necessary for my growth as a human, and are a big reason why I was motivated to create this podcast. It only seemed fitting to start with Joe, and his wife Courtney, as my first guests.