Best Elaine Chaya Podcasts (2024)

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"Shake It Off" - An Interview with Elaine Chaya 53:51

1M ago53:51

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What happens when you transition from a traditional upbringing to becoming a trailblazer in the world of fashion and social media? In this episode, we sit down with Elaine Chaya, an influential fashionista from Los Angeles, to uncover her remarkable journey. Elaine opens up about her roots in a tight-knit Iranian Jewish community, her shift from co…

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"With a Song in My Heart" - An Interview with Grammy Award Winner Joanie Leeds 1:16:42

2M ago1:16:42

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Thank you for waiting for this episode. We took a bit of a break for a couple reasons that are addressed at the opening, nothing bad -- I promise, but we are excited to be back with this new batch of upcoming episodes. This episode features an engaging discussion with a talented musician, Grammy Award Winner Joanie Leeds, who shares her journey fro…

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"I Found Love" - An Interview with Cantor Stefano Iacono 2:01:12

6M ago2:01:12

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When the echoes of Michael Jackson's beats ignited a young Stefano Iacono's love for music, little did he know it would pave his way to becoming a cantor. Join me, Nicole Kelly, as I chat with Stefano on Shebrew in the City and share a symphony of anecdotes that illustrates how his musical zeal intertwined with a spiritual awakening. Together, we'l…

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"Poppin' Bottles" - An Interview with Pam Wiznitzer 1:06:10

6M ago1:06:10

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As your host at Shebrew in the City, I, Nicole Kelly, had the pleasure of sitting down with the vibrant Pam Wiznitzer, master mixologist and social media maven. Our heartfelt conversation soared from the intricacies of Jewish traditions and their influence on Pam's passion for mixology, to the shared laughter over our first drinks. Revel in the sto…

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"Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor" - The Life of Emma Lazarus 1:09:43

6M ago1:09:43

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Peek behind the curtain of history as our Producer, Patrick, rejoins us and gets to lean into his New York City tour guide roots, as he joins me in painting a vivid portrait of Emma Lazarus, the illustrious American author whose words on the Statue of Liberty have become a national treasure. Our conversation travels through the corridors of her lif…

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"Ladies Night" - An Interview with Cool Mom Entrepreneur Jenna Liu 54:28

7M ago54:28

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Hey all you cool moms out there! Come join Nicole Kelly and Jenna Liu founder of Sixx Cool Moms as they discuss modern motherhood and starting new businesses. Jenna revisits her Jewish heritage and the powerful moment she celebrated her Bat Mitzvah on a Birthright trip to Israel, offering a unique perspective on the traditional coming-of-age ceremo…

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"Pretty Fly For A Rabbi" - An Interview with Rabbi Juliana Karol 1:16:08

7M ago1:16:08

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Embark on a journey of discovery with Rabbi Juli, whose story is as rich and complex as the tapestry of her faith. From an early age, Juli's life within the Reform Jewish community was profoundly shaped by the presence of female rabbis, leading her to transition from a budding diplomat to a dedicated rabbi. Our conversation unveils the deep histori…

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"Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah!" - Debunking the Antisemitic and Racial Myths of Walt Disney 1:10:55

7M ago1:10:55

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Embark on a nuanced exploration of a legend's legacy with us as we sift through the layers of history surrounding Walt Disney. Discover the truth behind the myths of anti-Semitism and learn about Disney's controversial rendezvous with Leni Riefenstahl, juxtaposed against the hallowed adoration many have for the magic of Disneyland. Reflect with us,…

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"Everything Was Ragtime" - An Interview with Actor Dara Bloomfield 58:25

8M ago58:25

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Have you every been curious about what it is like to be a child actor on Broadway? In this captivating conversation with actor Dara Bloomfield, we explore stories of her Jewish upbringing, her journey from being a child actor in the Original Broadway Production of Ragtime: The Musical, to becoming a producer, and a mother. We journey alongside Dara…

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"I Can Cook Too!" - An Interview with Amy Kritzer-Becker 1:16:39

8M ago1:16:39

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Guess who's at our Shebrew in the City table today? Amy Kritzer-Becker, the creative foodie behind the blog What Jew Wanna Eat, and co-owner of Modern Tribe. We take a ride down memory lane, exploring Amy's Jewish roots in Connecticut, her dynamic journey to culinary school, and ultimately, how she's shaking up the definition of modern Jewish cultu…

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Episode 201: Dating During The Holidays with Aleeza Ben Shalom (Netflix's Jewish Matchmaking) 39:09

8M ago39:09

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WOW! I cannot believe I'm saying this but.... Welcome Back to a NEW episode of "Behind The Rainbow"?!? It's been 3 YEARS since I posted my last episode and of course the only person that could inspire me to create a new episode is the one and only, Queen of Matchmaking-- Aleeza Ben Shalom from Netflix's Jewish Matchmaking. In this episode we talk a…

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"Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel" - The Hanukkah, Chanukah, Hanukah Episode 53:15

8M ago53:15

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Are you ready for eight days of lights, miracles, and mouth-watering food? We, Nicole and Patrick Kelly, invite you to embark on a captivating journey through the rich universe of Hanukkah. From historical treasures and bustle of present-day celebrations, this episode illuminates the essence of Hanukkah. We uncover layers of cultural significance a…

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"Getting To Know You!" - An Interview with our Host Nicole Kelly 1:11:23

8M ago1:11:23

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Our first guest is...ME!!! I sit down with my husband Patrick and we talk about what I want to accomplish with this podcast, a bit about my family background, what it's like to be a millennial Jewish Mom and even what I wore to my Bat Mitzvah! Come and take this journey of revelation and self discovery with me as I look into what exactly it means t…

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Holly Higgins talks about her own experiences with psychiatric drugs and withdrawal and how she became a nutritional therapy practitioner and healed her depression and anxiety with real food 48:24

3y ago48:24

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This week, we talk to Holly Higgins. Holly shares her own experiences of the psychiatric system and psychiatric drugs, how she approached withdrawal from the drugs and talks about how she became a nutritional therapy practitioner. Holly now supports others in managing their mental health using nutrition and her excellent website Pills to Paleo prov…

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Stevie talks about her experiences taking the SSRI antidepressant Seroxat and her severe and protracted withdrawal from the drug 52:35

3y ago52:35

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This week we interview Stevie who describes her experiences taking antidepressant drugs and her severe and protracted reaction to trying to withdraw. She also tells us about the help and support she received and what approaches she took to support herself during the most difficult times. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal…

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Chaya Grossberg talks about her experiences of the psychiatric system and her naturopathic approach to mental health and wellbeing 29:29

3y ago29:29

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This week, we talk to Chaya Grossberg. Chaya shares her own experiences of the psychiatric system and psychiatric drugs and also tells us how she now helps and supports those struggling to withdraw from their psychiatric medications. Chaya promotes a naturopathic approach to supporting people with their health and wellbeing. Her website is https://…

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Elaine talks about her experiences with antidepressant and stimulant drugs, her withdrawal and how she felt judged rather than helped by psychiatry 27:16

3y ago27:16

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This week we interview Elaine who has taken antidepressant and stimulant drugs for anxiety issues such as OCD. She describes her experiences with the drugs, how she approached her withdrawal and describes feeling humiliated and judged by her psychiatrists rather than helped. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #m…

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Judy Meyer talks about her experiences of the psychiatric system and how she became a holistic mental health practitioner and mental health advocate 30:48

3y ago30:48

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This week we interview Judy Meyer. Judy is a holistic mental health practitioner, mental health advocate and founder of the Alternative Health Revolution. We talk about Judy’s experience of the psychiatric system, her excellent and informative website alternativementalhealthrevolution.com and her advice for those struggling with antidepressant with…

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Sinead describes her 16 years of treatment with antidepressants, her attempts to withdraw and how she feels about starting medications for her emotional distress 49:54

3y ago49:54

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This week we interview Sinead who has taken antidepressant drugs for the last 16 years. Sinead has attempted to withdraw on several occasions and describes the challenges that she faced. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #mental health

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Doctor Peter Groot from Maastricht University talks about his own experiences of antidepressant drugs and his novel, practical solution for those who want to withdraw safely: Tapering Strips 55:24

3y ago55:24

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This week, I interview Doctor Peter Groot from the User Research Center of the Maastricht University. As some of you may know, I have been running a petition for some time to raise awareness of something called ‘tapering kits’. Very simply, tapering kits are tablets in decreasing dosages that would help users who wanted to withdraw from their psych…

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David talks about his sanguine view of antidepressant drugs and his own experiences of the mental healthcare system 28:24

3y ago28:24

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This week we interview David who has taken antidepressant drugs on and off over the last few years. David talks about his experiences of the mental healthcare system, how he has been supported by his medications and how and why he went about stopping his drugs. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #mental health…

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Meghann describes her experiences of being prescribed antidepressant drugs for OCD at the age of 9 and how she approached stopping them some 17 years later 33:04

3y ago33:04

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This week we talk to Meghann from the USA. Meghann describes starting antidepressant drugs for OCD at the age of 9, how she came to consider her withdrawal after 17 years and how she feels now, 2 years after finishing with the drugs. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #mental health…

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Doctor Gary Sidley talks about his years of experience within NHS mental health services and alternatives to bio-medical psychiatry as ways of responding to human suffering 33:13

3y ago33:13

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This week we interview Dr. Gary Sidley. Dr. Sidley worked within NHS mental health services for 33 years in a variety of nursing, psychological and managerial roles. In the 1980s he was employed as a psychiatric nurse at a large asylum in Manchester, commencing his clinical psychology training in 1987. Subsequently, he worked as a clinical psycholo…

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Gemma talks about her experiences with antidepressants and benzodiazepines 31:34

3y ago31:34

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This week we interview Gemma who talks about her experiences with both antidepressants and benzodiazepines and in particular the difficulties that parents of children with special needs encounter when they seek treatment for emotional or psychological distress. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #mental health…

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Marion Brown talks about psychiatric drugs, Human Givens therapy and medically unexplained symptoms 33:27

3y ago33:27

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This week we interview Marion Brown. Marion is a psychotherapist who works with the Human Givens approach to supporting people in emotional or psychological distress. Through her work, Marion has become increasingly concerned about the effects of psychotropic medications on patients and on their ability to engage with therapy. In this informative i…

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Simone talks about her experiences of postnatal depression, fibromyalgia and her treatment with antidepressants 26:34

3y ago26:34

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This week we interview Simone who talks about her experiences of postnatal depression, fibromyalgia and her treatment with antidepressants. Simone describes how nutrition played a huge part in her recovery and how she now supports others with their health and wellbeing. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #mental…

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Doctor Joanna Moncrieff on psychiatric drug mechanisms of action, antidepressant/antipsychotic withdrawal and the RADAR study 36:14

3y ago36:14

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This week we interview Doctor Joanna Moncrieff. Dr. Moncrieff is a psychiatrist, academic and author. She has an interest in the history, philosophy and politics of psychiatry, and particularly in the use, misuse and misrepresentation of psychiatric drugs. She is one of the founding members and the co-chairperson the Critical Psychiatry Network. Th…

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Megan talks about how she came into contact with psychiatric medications and how she approached her antidepressant withdrawal after two failed attempts 36:27

3y ago36:27

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This week, Megan talks about her experience with anxiety and insomnia and how that led to her being prescribed an antidepressant. She also talks about her two failed attempts to withdraw and how that meant she approached her tapering more carefully to ensure that she could minimise the withdrawal effects. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiaz…

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Robert Whitaker talks about the astonishing rise in mental ill health despite the availability of psychiatric drugs 1:01:41

3y ago1:01:41

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This week we talk to journalist and author Robert Whitaker. For many of us, Robert needs no introduction as he is well known for his award-winning book, Anatomy of an Epidemic: Magic Bullets, Psychiatric Drugs, and the Astonishing Rise of Mental Illness in America, which was released in 2010. Anatomy of an Epidemic is arguably the definitive accoun…

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Tina talks about her experience with depression, her use of antidepressant drugs and how a change in her medication led to her withdrawal problems 18:27

3y ago18:27

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This week, Tina talks about her experience with depression, her use of antidepressant drugs and how a change in her medication led to her withdrawal problems. She also tells how her doctors failed to advise her about antidepressant withdrawal in advance or recognise it when it arose. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #ta…

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Susie talks about stopping her antidepressant cold turkey after 2 years and how her doctors failed to recognise antidepressant withdrawal 11:59

3y ago11:59

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This week, Susie tells us about her experiences of stopping her antidepressant drug cold turkey after 2 years of taking it. She also tells how her doctors failed to identify antidepressant withdrawal and didn’t listen when she tried to explain. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #mental health…

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Doctor Lucy Johnstone on how the underlying causes of emotional distress are often unexplored, and why that might be 27:22

3y ago27:22

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This week, we talk with Doctor Lucy Johnstone who is a Clinical Psychologist, trainer, speaker and writer, and a long-standing critic of the biomedical model of psychiatry. She has worked in adult mental health settings for many years, alternating with academic posts. Lucy has authored a number of books, including ‘Users and Abusers of Psychiatry, …

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Nora talks about her extreme adverse reaction to an antidepressant which started almost immediately and left her with physical and psychological problems 24:12

3y ago24:12

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This week, we talk with Nora who relates how she was prescribed an antidepressant which caused immediate adverse effects. She tells us that even 2 years later she still struggles with physical, emotional and psychological effects. #antidepressants #antipsychotics #benzodiazepines #withdrawal #tapering #mental health…

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Kevin P Miller talks about his documentary films Generation Rx and Letters From Generation Rx which tell the powerful stories of families harmed by psychiatric medications 33:45

3y ago33:45

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Kevin P. Miller is an international award winning Writer, Producer and Director whose films have won him numerous international Film and Television awards. Two-time Academy Award winner Paul Haggis called Miller’s documentary Generation Rx “a powerful and often chilling eye-opener.” His film ‘Letters from Generation Rx,’ narrated by Academy Award w…

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Christopher Jump talks about his transformational journey from psychiatric hospital to woking in peer support and wellness 21:41

3y ago21:41

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This week, we have an interview with Christopher Jump. Christopher describes his transformational journey starting with a very difficult childhood which led him to be treated for many years with various psychiatric medications. After successfully withdrawing, he now works a Program Manager for Heart & Soul inc in California, an organisation which o…

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Dede Moore on how the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) help her with antidepressant withdrawal 21:58

3y ago21:58

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This week on Let’s Talk Withdrawal, we interview Dede Moore who shares her own powerful story of antidepressant treatment and withdrawal. Dede turned her experiences into a force for good and now uses the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to assist those in withdrawal from antidepressants or benzodiazepines. Dede tells us about EFT, how it helps in…

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Doctor David Healy on prescribing practice, medicine safety and pharmaceutical regulation 27:00

3y ago27:00

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This week, we interview Dr. David Healy, internationally respected psychiatrist, psychopharmacologist scientist and author. A professor of Psychiatry in Wales, David studied medicine in Dublin, and at Cambridge University. He is a former Secretary of the British Association for Psychopharmacology and has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed article…

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Doctor Terry Lynch on the myth of the brain chemical imbalance and why psychiatry has pursued a purely medical approach to distress with terrible consequences 35:38

3y ago35:38

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This week, we interview Dr. Terry Lynch who is a GP, psychotherapist, author and mental health educator. Ten years into his career as a GP, he became very concerned about the medical approach to emotional and mental suffering and was not prepared to remain silent. In 2001 he released the book Beyond Prozac: Healing Mental Distress, a best-seller in…

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Daryl on being prescribed antidepressant drugs at 9 years old and his experiences with OCD, Tourettes syndrome and PSSD 21:36

3y ago21:36

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This week, we interview Daryl who was only 9 years old when he was taken into mental health services and medicated. He talks about being made to take both antidepressant and antipsychotic drugs and he describes the lies told to him to justify treatment. Daryl also talks very bravely about PSSD, Post SSRI Sexual Dysfunction. #antidepressants #antips…

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EP #32: Maximizing Your Potential While Working Out From Home (with Nichelle Hines of Cycle House) 29:50

4y ago29:50

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When one of the first things to go was workout classes many of us immediately said, "BUT WHAT ARE WE SUPPOSED TO DO?!". This pandemic has affected all of us in many ways, but it's majorly affected the workout industry. For today's episode I interview one of LA's favorite spinning instructors Nichelle Hines of Cycle House to tell us how she's been a…

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EP #31: How To Incorporate Gratitude During A Pandemic (with Asal Dean) 22:55

4y ago22:55

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But really is there ANYTHING to be grateful for right now? Life right now may feel challenging and as if there's nothing to be grateful for. How can we shift our mindsets to find some positivity? I bring on the queen of gratitude, Asal Dean, to walk us through some tools and steps she uses to to practice gratitude during these tough times. Connect …

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EP #30: What It's Really Like In The Quarantine Life (with Sharona Dane) 27:06

4+ y ago27:06

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On this week's episode I've brought back the one, the only, everyone's FAN FAVE (my sister!!) SHARONA DANE...or as she likes to call us "Quarantine Funky Fresh". As a full-time, lawyer Sharona (like many others) has had to quickly shift her work routine from being in an office to working from home. I bring her on today's episode to discuss what it'…

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EP #29: Defining The Meaning of Faith (with Rabbi David Wolpe) 29:31

4+ y ago29:31

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This week begins every Jews favorite holiday--PASSOVER! But this week or not, it kind of has been feeling like these current times we're in have in a weird way been like a modern day Passover tale. On today's episode I have Sinai Temple's very own Rabbi Wolpe to share with us his take on everything that's going on in the world right now, how it rel…

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EP #28: But Is Love Really Blind? (with Diamond Jack from Netflix's Love Is Blind) 42:30

4+ y ago42:30

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"But have YOU watched the show 'Love Is Blind'?" is the question that everyone is asking these days. Well, as we're all in this #QuarantineAndChill vibes, the probability that you've seen Netflix's stab at the dating reality show "Love Is Blind" is most likely a YES as it's taking over the world! I mean, the concept of marrying someone just by gett…

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EP #27: Dating During The Coronavirus (with Lindsey Metselaar from We Met At ACME) 32:07

4+ y ago32:07

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Today I talk with dating queen Lindsey Metselaar from We Met At ACME on all things dating from her top rules when you're first dating, to how to recover from a breakup, why self-awareness is more important to have than self-love, and what she's seeing and learning about dating during these crazy quarantine'ing times. Connect With Lindsey below" www…

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EP #26: The Battle Between NY vs LA Persians (with Natalie & Millie of Persian Girl Podcast) 37:26

4+ y ago37:26

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It's Nowruz aka the Persian New Year this week ya'llz!! So since I'm Persian, I wanted to celebrate the occasion by getting two of my fave New York Persian girls on this episode-- Natalie & Millie from Persian Girl Podcast. We dish about all things New York and LA as we compare and contrast our East Coast vs West Coast Persian cultures. We talk abo…

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EP #25: Why You Need To Live Your Life & Embrace Your Self Journey (with Naty Michele) 33:22

4+ y ago33:22

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I bring on one of my longtime blogging besties, Naty Michele, to share her story and (solo) journeys on this episode! We talk about what it's really like being bloggers, how her dad's passing has inspired her career and travel journeys, and why you need to embrace your timeline and not compare yourself to others. Connect with Naty through her Insta…

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EP #24: How To Address Fuckboys & Ghosters (with Rodney Rabbani) 24:43

4+ y ago24:43

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Cuz third time's the charm: for this episode I'm bringing BACK our fave man, Los Angeles therapist & dating coach Rodney Rabbani to talk about the subject we ALL wanna discuss-- FUCKBOYS & GHOSTING. Why has this become such a thing and how can we instill confidence and self-worth within ourselves when confronted with these types of situations? This…

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EP #23: #MeToo, How Bout You? Dealing with Sexual Abuse (with Trista Lee) 38:13

4+ y ago38:13

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On this week's episode I have on child advocate leader Trista Lee to discuss a really hard topic many have shame speaking about publicly--being sexually abused. Sharing experiences based off people in her personal life, Trista gives tools on how parents and kids alike can go about having open dialogues on topics like being sexually abused and how t…

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EP #22: How To Deal With Eating Disorders + Body Dysmorphia (with Kevin Nahai) 44:45

4+ y ago44:45

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On today's episode I share for the first time about how I deal with something called body dysmorphic disorder-- when you look in the mirror and see a skewed version of yourself than what is reality. I have a conversation with motivational speaker Kevin Nahai who shares his own journey and struggles with body dysmorphia along with his eating disorde…

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