Tune in to Episode 033 with Yuka Polovina a lecturer at the University of Hawaii whose work focuses on multiculturalism and immigration. She’s also a writer who aims to shed light on the care (or lack thereof) available for postpartum people. Listen to learn about:<ul data-rte-list="default"><li>How her high school volleyball coach helped influence her academic trajectory</li><li>Her dissertation about a Chinese Canadian woman who represented the African country Mauritius in the 2012 Olympics</li><li>Why she felt there wasn’t information on what happens postpartum and why she felt compelled to share her story </li><li>Her difficulty bonding with her baby while dealing with physical postpartum issues</li></ul>Follow up links:<a href="https://mamaonthemend.com/" target="_blank">Mama on the Mend</a>Music Credits: Theme song - Jazz from the Kitchen by Nikitaka <h3>RECIPE: Vegetarian Quinoa Chili Servings: 6</h3>1 can pinto beans 1 can black beans 1 can kidney beans 1 can diced tomatoes 1/2 cup quinoa 2 cups veggie stock 1 cup water 1 medium yellow onion (diced) 4 cloves of garlic (minced) 1 yellow pepper (diced) 1 cup diced mushrooms 3/4 cup frozen sweet corn 1.5 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1.5 tbsp olive oil Garnish: cilantro vegan sour cream shredded pepper jack cheese (dairy or vegan) tortilla chipsIn the Instant Pot, turn on the sauté setting and bring oil up to heat. Add garlic and onion and cook for about 2 minutes. Add all of the seasonings, stir and let cook for another minute. Add the yellow pepper and mushrooms and cook for another minute. Add the veggie stock to deglaze the pot, followed by the canned tomatoes and beans. Stir, then add the quinoa. Stir again, cover and cook according to the Instant Pot instructions (about 20 minutes).Once the timer has gone off and the pressure has been released, open and add the corn. Stir through and taste and add any additional seasoning. Let cool, then serve up in bowls and add all of your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

<description>Tune in to Episode 033 with Yuka Polovina a lecturer at the University of Hawaii whose work focuses on multiculturalism and immigration. She’s also a writer who aims to shed light on the care (or lack thereof) available for postpartum people. Listen to learn about how she came to discover her academic interests and her decision to write honestly about her postpartum experience. </description>

Postpartum healthcare, or the lack thereof.

Tune in to Episode 033 with Yuka Polovina a lecturer at the University of Hawaii whose work focuses on multiculturalism and immigration. She’s also a writer who aims to shed light on the care (or lack thereof) available for postpartum people. Listen to learn about how she came to discover her academic interests and her decision to write honestly about her postpartum experience. 

Episode 033: Yuka

This week we chatted with Therese Lee, a Therapist and Spiritual Coach based out of Southern California. Learn about her journey discovering her spiritual gifts and how she uses them to help her clients. Listen to learn more about:<ul data-rte-list="default"><li>How she came to realize she wasn’t having “normal” experiences, but spiritual ones</li><li>Why being so in tune with spirits can be overwhelming </li><li>How she can be her own worst critic</li><li>How she helps her clients by giving them the knowledge to understand their own spiritual experiences</li></ul>Follow up links:<a href="https://www.intuitiveprescription.com/" target="_blank">Intuitive Prescription</a>Music Credits: Theme song - Jazz from the Kitchen by Nikitaka <h3>RECIPE: Spring Vodka Soda Servings: One</h3>2 oz <a href="https://www.ketelone.com/vodkas/grape-fruit-rose-botanical/" target="_blank">Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit Rose Vodka</a> Lemon Spindrift (to taste) 1 slice of lemon (for garnish)Combine the two ingredients in a short glass with a large piece of ice. Stir, add the lemon garnish, and be prepared to impress your friends with this tasty, light and refreshing spring drink. Enjoy!&nbsp;

<description>This week we chatted with Therese Lee, a Therapist and Spiritual Coach based out of Southern California. Listen to learn about how she came to realize she was having spiritual experiences, why these gifts have allowed her to help clients and how being so tapped into the spiritual world can be overwhelming. </description>

Therapy and beyond. Quite literally.

This week we chatted with Therese Lee, a Therapist and Spiritual Coach based out of Southern California. Listen to learn about how she came to realize she was having spiritual experiences, why these gifts have allowed her to help clients and how being so tapped into the spiritual world can be overwhelming. 

Episode 032: Therese

Tune in to Episode 031 with Iman Wilkerson, an entrepreneur who started two companies: Step by Step Run and PacePartner. &nbsp;Listen to learn more about: <ul data-rte-list="default"><li>How listening to her gut led her to San Diego and ultimately to starting her own business</li><li>Why her biggest struggle is doubting herself and how she overcomes getting in her own way</li><li>Her passion for helping runners run like a local and not like a tourist</li><li>Why she no longer runs with music and practices mindful running</li></ul>Follow up links:<a href="https://www.pacepartnerapp.com" target="_blank">PacePartner</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Running-Meditative-Performance-Fulfilled/dp/1472944860/ref=asc_df_1472944860/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=312425492373&amp;hvpos=1o1&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=4510464126728033737&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9061255&amp;hvtargid=pla-433772883736&amp;psc=1" target="_blank">Mindful Running</a> (Book)<a href="https://www.dignityperiod.org/" target="_blank">Dignity Period</a>Music Credits: Theme song - Jazz from the Kitchen by Nikitaka <h3>RECIPE: Peanut Butter &amp; Oat Energy Bites Servings: One dozen balls</h3>1 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1/2 cup vegan carob chips (or your favorite chocolate chips 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup hemp hearts 2 tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp saltCombine all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix with your hands. It helps to really massage the loose ingredients into the peanut butter base. Once combined, shape into 1 inch balls. This recipe makes about a dozen. Place onto a lined cookie sheet and either refrigerate or freeze to store. Enjoy!&nbsp;

<description>Tune in to Episode 031 with Iman Wilkerson, an entrepreneur who started two companies: Step by Step Run and PacePartner. Learn about how she went from the fashion industry to entrepreneurship, the importance of listening to your intuition and why she decided to dive into the world of tech with an app that allows people to find training partners.</description>

From fashion to tech entrepreneurship.

Tune in to Episode 031 with Iman Wilkerson, an entrepreneur who started two companies: Step by Step Run and PacePartner. Learn about how she went from the fashion industry to entrepreneurship, the importance of listening to your intuition and why she decided to dive into the world of tech with an app that allows people to find training partners.

Episode 031: Iman

This week we chatted with Terri, a VP of Global Sales at a tech company that focuses on anti-piracy and...who just quit her job! Learn about her journey coming to the United States for her career with six weeks notice, why a good sales experience is never “seen”, and her ongoing battle for equal pay. Listen to learn more about:<ul data-rte-list="default"><li>Why she is proud of being fired from Disney</li><li>Her encounter with Anthony Hopkins which resulted in what we’re calling dry mouth and shaky teacup syndrome</li><li>Why she believes the best is yet to come in her career</li><li>How photography feeds her soul</li></ul>Follow up links:<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sell-Human-Surprising-Moving-Others/dp/1594631905" target="_blank">To Sell is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others</a> <a href="https://www.ruinart.com/en-us" target="_blank">Ruinart Champagne</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTf0Lc5YAcc" target="_blank">A Private War (trailer)</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denverphoto65" target="_blank">@denverphoto65</a><a href="https://www.tadenver.photography/" target="_blank">Teresa Denver Photography</a> Music Credits: Theme song - Jazz from the Kitchen by Nikitaka <h3>RECIPE: Winter Pear and Manchego Salad Servings: Three</h3>1 bunch of kale 1 pear 1 wedge of manchego cheese (a younger/softer choice is best) 1 lemon 2 tbsp Olive Oil 2 tsp Balsamic Vinegar 1 tsp Maple Syrup 1/4 cup Pine NutsSalad:Pull the kale away from its stems. Chop medium-finely. Massage with the juice of half a lemon, 1 tbsp olive oil and salt. Let sit for about 5 minutes. While it’s resting, heat the pine nuts on stove top for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Shave a generous amount of manchego with a vegetable peeler, and thinly slice the pear. Combine with the kale.Dressing: In a small jar, combine the remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup and few shakes of salt and pepper to taste. Shake the contents of the jar and pour over and mix into the salad. Serve into three hefty bowls and enjoy! &nbsp;

<description>This week we chatted with Terri, a VP of Global Sales at a tech company that focuses on anti-piracy and...who just quit her job! Learn about her journey coming to the United States for her career with six weeks notice, why a good sales experience is never “seen”, and her ongoing battle for equal pay.</description>

A VP of Global Anti-Piracy sales decides to quit her job. What's next?

This week we chatted with Terri, a VP of Global Sales at a tech company that focuses on anti-piracy and...who just quit her job! Learn about her journey coming to the United States for her career with six weeks notice, why a good sales experience is never “seen”, and her ongoing battle for equal pay.

Episode 030: Terri

Tune in to Episode 029 with Allie Barnes, an elementary and middle school teacher in Mendocino County who focuses on History and English. Learn about how she decided to become an educator, why Harry Potter teaches important lessons, and how she deals with differing perspectives inside and outside of the classroom. Listen as she discusses:<ul data-rte-list="default"><li>Persevering despite a “mentor’s” negative feedback</li><li>The joy of seeing a student apply something they learned in the classroom to real life</li><li>Her experience moving from San Francisco to a small town</li><li>Why she’s a qualified cruise entertainment director candidate</li></ul>Follow up links:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwCiq3WUykz2WvxX2t2hvQA/featured" target="_blank">Allie’s Best (Youtube Channel)</a> <a href="https://www.hotforfoodblog.com/" target="_blank">Hot for Food</a><a href="https://toocoolformiddleschool.com/" target="_blank">Too Cool for Middle School</a>Music Credits: Theme song - Jazz from the Kitchen by Nikitaka <h3>RECIPE: Sweet and Sour Tofu Servings: Four</h3>Tofu:1 brick of extra firm tofu: cut into large bite-sized squares 1/2 cup(ish) cornstarch seasoned with salt and pepper Sauce:2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with two tablespoons of water to make a slurry 1/2-1 onion chopped 1 red bell pepper chopped 2 cups chopped pineapple optional (drained if from a can) 4 cloves of garlic minced 1/2 inch of ginger minced (You can replace fresh ginger with powdered- it’s not perfect but it’s fine.) 2/3 cup rice vinegar 1 cup water 1 cup maple syrup 1 small can of tomato paste Around 1/4 cup soy sauce Salt and crushed chili pepper to taste Tofu: Coat the tofu with seasoned cornstarch and bake on parchment paper at 400 for about 10 minutes (it should have a crunchy skin without the pieces developing a dried hollow feeling)Sauce:Heat a full tablespoon of oil in a pan and add ginger and garlic. Once fragrant add onions and peppers. Stir until bright and slightly softened but still has a bit of bite. Add vinegar, water, tomato paste, soy, salt and chili pepper. Whisk on medium high until simmering throughout. Add the slurry and continue to whisk on medium or low heat. Once you’ve hit the texture you’d like, add pineapples and set aside off heat.Cover finished tofu with sauce and serve over rice. Enjoy! :) &nbsp;

<description>Tune in to Episode 029 with Allie Barnes, an elementary and middle school teacher in Mendocino County who focuses on History and English. Learn about how she decided to become an educator, why Harry Potter teaches important lessons, and how she deals with differing perspectives inside and outside of the classroom. </description>

From a big city to a small town.

Tune in to Episode 029 with Allie Barnes, an elementary and middle school teacher in Mendocino County who focuses on History and English. Learn about how she decided to become an educator, why Harry Potter teaches important lessons, and how she deals with differing perspectives inside and outside of the classroom. 

Episode 029: Allie

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