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Podcast celebrating women in STEAM and the Skilled Trades. Creating community and highlighting the women within it. Take a break, we're on Smoko. The Smoko Podcast is sponsored by Peggy Workwear. Peggy workwear is workwear which fits and functions as it's designed by women for women. www.peggyworkwear.ca
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LUXURIES FOR YOUR SOUL

Alexis Kletjian and Lauren Golt

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A podcast that reframes Luxury and the value we assign to the material world by sharing the wisdom living within us through honest conversations and resources for those seeking Luxury to feel satisfied, inspired, and connected to the ones we love.
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O, Pioneers!

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Open Book Audio is proud to present O, Pioneers! by Willa Cather. Performed by Alexis O'Donahue. Listen to the entire book, a chapter at a time through the latest Open Book Audio Classics Collection Podcast.
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This podcast is all about mind, body and spirit integration. Sharing important aspects of self aware self care strategies. Telling my story, sharing other people's stories and inspiring you to get out of survival mode and finally thrive. I talk about what I've learned in my twenty years of holistic fitness, energy and health coaching and share with you what I've discovered along the way. Cultivating inspired conversations with incredible people and experts in the field of holistic health, fi ...
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Dr. Molly Patterson, a renowned oceanographer, climate scientist and Assistant Professor at Binghamton University. In this episode, Molly delves into the critical issue of sea level rise and its implications for coastal communities worldwide. We explore how sea level rise exceeding 30 centime…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Nhu Nguyen, a trailblazing figure in the automotive industry as the first female certified Porsche classic technician. Nhu shares her remarkable journey into the world of automotive mechanics, driven by her passion for cars and driving since her teenage years. From her early days of street ra…
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Kyle's spiritual awakening through holistic practices and the teachings of Paul Chek offers a profound perspective on the interconnectedness of physical health and spiritual well-being. Initially skeptical, Kyle embraced unconventional methods that significantly improved his health, deepening his faith and self-acceptance. This episode is a powerfu…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Julie D’Altroy, a seasoned electrician with over 16 years of experience. Julie provides insights into her journey in the skilled trades, offering a glimpse into her daily tasks as a residential electrician, which range from wiring houses to installing lights and plugs. Despite the challenges …
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Ritu Jhaveri, a pioneering figure in STEM education with over 12 years of experience. As the CEO and co-founder of Deschool Online, Inc., Ritu shares her journey from educator to entrepreneur and discusses the organization's mission to revolutionize STEM learning. Deschool, founded by women, …
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Dr. Sandra Barr, a distinguished professor with over 45 years of experience in geoscience education. Delving into Sandra's extensive career, we explore her passion for teaching and the profound impact she's had on over 4,000 students. Sandra reflects on the most rewarding aspects of teaching,…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Shayla Aspen, also known as the Tiny Technician, to explore her remarkable journey as a female entrepreneur in the trades industry. As a gas heating specialist, Shayla's expertise lies in working with gas-powered systems, ranging from fireplaces to tankless water heaters, within the residenti…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Kelly Kienleitner, an electrician, winder, and educator breaking barriers in the male-dominated world of trades. From her childhood surrounded by tools to becoming the first red-sealed female in Canada in her trade, Kelly's story is one of resilience and determination. As Kelly recounts her p…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Sinéad Clarkson, a passionate quantity surveyor advocating for gender diversity in the construction industry. Sinéad sheds light on her unconventional journey into quantity surveying, stemming from a background in sciences and culminating in a fervent dedication to her construction career. Si…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by geologist Becky Nesel to delve into Becky's journey into geology and science communication. The conversation brims with enthusiasm as they explore their mutual love for the natural world and the captivating wonders of geology. Becky shares her transition from working in a geotechnical enginee…
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Welcome to the final episode of season two! Alexis and Lauren invite you to listen to a behind-the-scenes conversation about being in the midst of de-cluttering every aspect of life through thorough Spring Cleaning. The podcast is taking a short break and will return for season three. Stay in touch with your hosts through the links below. Connect w…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Dr. Tam Pham, a passionate scientist and advocate for diversity and inclusion in STEM. Tam, who is pursuing her PhD at Dalhousie University and serves as the Director of Youth Engagement for SCWIST, shares her inspiring journey into biochemistry and chemistry despite facing ableism and lack o…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we’re joined by Bardie Somerville, the renowned carpenter behind Bard's Builds on Instagram, for an inspiring and candid conversation. Bardie shares her journey into carpentry, starting from her initial pursuit of art in university to eventually finding her passion in laboring and carpentry, guided by her fat…
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Melissa Holgado joins Alexis and Lauren to share the renovation story about Red Hill, a historical federal-style plantation home with enslaved quarters built in 1825 in central Virginia on 40 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Melissa and her family dream of restoring Red Hill, transforming its somber energy into a place of dignity and respect, a r…
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Dr. Jacqueline Gutierrez is an illuminating force in the realm of holistic medicine. As a Board Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine and a Certified Biofield Tuning Practitioner, she guides her clients toward radiant well-being through her virtual practice and store, The Wellness Trinity. Driven by a profound calling, Dr. Jacqueline is fervently de…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! In this episode werof the Smoko Podcast, host Alexis Armstrong engages in a compelling discussion with Dr. Kay Ramsey, CEO of Tradeswomen Inc. With over two decades of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and public policy, Dr. Kay brings a wealth of expertise to the conversation. The episode delves int…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! In this episode we are joined by Dr. Nicole Taman, a wildlife biologist and conservationist. Nicole, currently serving as the Big Game Program Manager at the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, shares her expertise in big game biology and conservation, particularly focusing on elk populations. Nicole takes listener…
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Alexis and Lauren welcome Julie Armstrong to cast a wide net, covering topics like sobriety, love, compassion, family, and strength in the community. Fitness has always been paramount to her existence. From personal training to a nutritionist, Julie brings women together in beautiful settings through the Hope Experience to connect with themselves a…
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Elizabeth Williams, a trailblazer in project management within the construction industry. Williams, a graduate in building surveying with aspirations of becoming a project manager, shares her remarkable journey from uncertain beginnings to confident strides in her chosen field. Listeners are …
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Karolina Dubiel, the visionary founder of Girls in Aerospace (GIA). Karolina's journey into the aerospace industry, fueled by a childhood fascination with planes and fortified by transformative experiences like an orientation flight at age 15, sets the stage for a discussion on empowerment, m…
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Alexis and Lauren welcome Jenni Crowther, a Human Design Mentor, Living your Design Guide, Yoga Teacher, and Reiki Master, to have a gentle and spacious conversation about diving into the depths of our uniqueness. If you resonate with Jenni and desire to be validated and inspired, contact her for a 1:1 conversation, a Human Design Reading, or join …
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko. This week we are joined by Chrissie Caprani, a seasoned electrician and advocate for women in the trades. Chrissie shares her remarkable journey from an interest in art to becoming an electrician with 21 years of experience and an organizer for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) in Saskatchewan.…
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Take a break, we're on Smoko. This week we delve into the fascinating world of tropical water cycle dynamics and its implications for climate change. Our guest, Dr. Melissa Berke, shares her groundbreaking research on reconstructing past water cycles using plant wax signatures found in lake sediments. Learn how these biomarkers provide valuable ins…
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We are in the midst of a collective psychosis that the Native Americans call "wetiko." Wetiko can be likened to a mind-virus. Quantum in nature, it contains both the deepest evil and its own medicine. Wetiko can either destroy our species or wake us up, depending on whether or not we recognize what it is revealing to us. A pioneer in the field of s…
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Brandi Gregge is the founder and medical director of Mint & Needle and a client of Social Stylate, Lauren's PR and marketing company. Over the past several years, they've worked together to promote not only her practice but also her proprietary skincare line and, most recently, her nonprofit, Empowerment Beyond Scars, which is an organization dedic…
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Felicia Bender, The Practical Numerologist®, joins the podcast to help Alexis and Lauren validate and define their pathway and purpose in life in an empowered way that's fun, inspiring, and actionable all through numbers. Felicia is the author of Redesign Your Life: Using Numerology To Create The Wildly Optimal You and Master Numbers 11, 22, 33: Th…
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Sasha Armstrong is a world-renowned canine behaviorist and Dog Shaman. She's an industry leader and innovator who optimizes the human-to-canine relationship through her proprietary process, The Inner Alpha Method™. Serving as an experienced educator, she guides us into a more intimate, holistic and natural relationship with our canines by helping u…
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In this episode, Alexis and Lauren go between the sheets. Why is sex discussed so easily when we're in our 20s but feel off-limits later in life? Why aren't dinners with girlfriends similar to a Sex and the City episode: a group of women asking questions, giving advice, and sharing their likes and dislikes? Is sex a form of self-care? These are jus…
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Rhiannon Heins is an intuitive channel, author, energy worker, and the founder of Intuitive Reberth Energy-Work Method. She dedicates her life to her soul work, and underpinning her vision at every stage of her journey has been a desire to initiate as many gifted light-workers as possible into their roles on Earth at this time. Rhiannon has spent t…
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Alexis and Lauren continue their conversation about Money. This time, they dig deeper into personal and professional stories while referencing the book that inspired this conversation: Happy Money by Ken Honda. Money is more than paper or numbers; it is energy. In a scarcity mindset, this energy carries fear-based emotions of stress, anxiety, hopel…
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Take a Break, We're on Smoko! This week we dive into the fascinating world of oceanography and geo-microbiology with guest Dr. Emily Estes a chemical oceanographer, microbiologist, and Staff Scientist at IODP (The International Ocean Discovery Program). Emily shares her unexpected journey from journalism to geology driven by her passion for environ…
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This episode is about the energy that surrounds money, inspired by the book Happy Money by Ken Honda. However, money had never been a topic in their friendship. Alexis and Lauren casually discussed their money mindsets throughout childhood and their current financial outlook as they entered mid-life. If you've ever thought about the energy surround…
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In a world filled with external messages of success and fulfillment, true wealth begins within. Hanna takes us on a transformative journey to unlock the abundant reservoir of joy, freedom and abundance that resides deep within you. Hanna Bier is an acclaimed author and money mentor. She works with ambitious women all over the world to recreate thei…
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Take a break, we're on Smoko! This week were joined by Brandi Ferenc a refrigeration mechanic, HVAC instructor, and mentor to Women in the Skilled Trades. Brandi shares her unexpected journey into the skilled trades, her experience working on chillers and large equipment, her day to day, and the technicality of her trade. She discusses the pivot to…
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Thalia Fischer, founder of All Seated in a Barn, is a profoundly empathetic human with a heart of gold. A self-described problem-solver, while in 5th grade, found her calling when she gave a passionate speech about the inhumane treatment and slaughter of horses. All Seated in a Barn is on the ground at auctions, pulling as many horses and donkeys f…
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Discover the unseen cosmic forces shaping our health and behavior with my guest Alexis Rose of Ascension Diaries. We're not just talking about the occasional mood swing – we're diving into the profound ways solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and Earth's natural frequencies can disrupt our daily routines and deepen our understanding of psychology…
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Take a break, we're on Smoko! This week we're joined by Steph Noon, an ironworker with experience in bridge structural, ornamental, and reinforcing steel work. Steph shares her experience and insights into the world of ironworking. We discuss how she discovered the trade and the variety of projects ironworkers are involved in, including residential…
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On the podcast, author Rennie Dyball shares her experience of writing the children's book "B is for Bellies" that promotes body positivity. She discusses her writing process, what sparks ideas, and takes us on a journey through the offices of People Magazine where she worked as a journalist for many years. Her experience helped her to hone her skil…
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Today Greg shares his archetype-based healing program, a transformative journey toward self-discovery and healing that synthesizes the teachings of Paul Chek and Caroline Myss. Greg's own story of overcoming mental and physical health has refined his holistic coaching methods, empowering listeners to chart their own course toward personal freedom. …
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Take a break, we're on Smoko. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Zoë Vestrum, a geophysicist specializing in Magnetotellurics (MT) and Geothermal energy. Zoe shares her journey into geosciences, from her initial inspiration from her father, a geophysicist, to her work experience and academic research; she explains her drive and passion for becomi…
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Anjie Cho and Laura Morris are the founders of Mindful Design Feng Shui School and co-hosts of the Holistic Spaces podcast. Together, they have over thirty years of experience designing harmonious spaces for their clients in their successful design businesses. Through their articles, books, workshops, videos, TV appearances, and consultations, Laur…
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Season 2 of the Luxuries for your Soul podcast begins Feb. 5th Tune in for conversations about money, sex, sobriety, body image, spirituality, and speaking to artists, authors, and more. Special Announcement: We are having a Giveaway! There will be several giveaways this season, but this first one is exclusive to our private Facebook Community. Joi…
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Take a break, we're on Smoko! This week we're joined by Emily Pencer, a civil engineer and project manager. Emily shares her journey to becoming an engineer and what drew her to civil engineering. She explains the technical side of civil engineering and the day-to-day responsibilities of a project manager. Emily also addresses misconceptions about …
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! In this episode, host Alexis Armstrong interviews Erin Winnick Anthony, a science communicator and founder of Steam Power Media. Erin shares her background in mechanical engineering and how her passion for making led her to pursue a career in science communication. She discusses her involvement in various projects, inc…
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Tune in as I sit down with good friend and colleague Rachael Gray. We speak to Rachael's journey through the diverse fields of geosciences, oceanography, teaching, and the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Rachael's story is one of unexpected turns, inspiring mentors, and unwavering dedication. Rachael's academic path took an unexpected tw…
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Dr. Cliff Oliver joins us to shed light on the profound mind-spine connection, an area often overlooked in our quest for health but essential to our vitality. Dr. Oliver shares personal experiences that reveal how chiropractic care can empower you to understand your bodily temple and pave the way to profound personal growth. We talk about one of hi…
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Do you believe that failure is life's greatest teacher? Is failure the opportunity to begin again? Alexis and Lauren discuss whether their perceived failures lead to shame or regret in business and personal lives. And if you loved the Friendship episode, you love this one too. Connect with your hosts: Email: info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com Instagram.c…
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You may remember our conversation with Lindsay Hurty, co-founder of Everwell, Seasonal Circle, and Self School, an intimate online classroom that creates supportive and inspiring containers consisting of small groups for meaningful connection, intention, and decision-making, helping you move forward through obstacles or transitions, to make big dec…
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Happy New Year, listeners! Welcome to 2024. The topic of Friendship, and its original episode, was the highest-rated and most talked about. This in-between season reshare was sound-engineered differently for our loyal listeners. For new listeners, may this episode inspire open-minded, honest conversations to establish more profound connections and …
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