Wellness, personal development, and activism conversations with mental health experts, human trafficking survivors/activists, and inspiring thought leaders. Helping others and caring for yourself go hand in hand, and the relationship between the two is essential for sustainably making an impact. The Imperfect mission is to fill up your cup, share information about important issues, and empower you to do great things. We are all imperfect people living in an imperfect world, so come as you ar ...
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How to Be an Advocate for Yourself and Others - with Hillary Caitlyn
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Today is the UN's World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and, in honor of that, Hillary Caitlin and I had a discussion about the issue and how to get involved. Hillary Caitlin is an actress, activist, content creator, sister, aunt, and friend. She has spent years working with survivors of human trafficking and, through that work, has developed a …
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The Woman School: Becoming Equipped and Empowered to Live an Empowered Life - with January Donovan
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January Donovan is a national speaker, entrepreneur, #1 best-selling author, Mindset and Skill-Set Trainer and Self-Worth Strategist. She is also the founder of the Woman School, giving women practical tools into a life of wholeness. January has developed a unique program that trains women to overcome their self-worth battles by rewiring their wort…
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Living with Chronic Disease + Embracing Healing with Resilience - with Nikko
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Nikko is an entrepreneur, producer, and wellness advocate. Through her journey with multiple sclerosis, she has developed a profound understanding of identity, wellness, and what it really means to prioritize health and healing. She has found purpose in helping those living with chronic conditions, and is giving back through what she's learned duri…
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Living Empowered: How to Heal Yourself and Help Others - with Laverne Delgado, Freedom & Fashion
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Laverne Delgado is an activist, speaker, artist, and Executive Director of Freedom and Fashion. Laverne has a love for young people overcoming human trafficking and other injustices – and has built her life around serving them. We discuss: - How to rewire your thoughts - Healing trauma and self-limiting beliefs - Finding healing through the arts - …
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Kristen Dalton Wolfe: Trusting God's Timing & Embracing Peace
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Kristen Dalton Wolfe is a former Miss USA who helps women step into the radiance of their true identity. Kristen and her husband, Kris Wolfe are based in Los Angeles and run men and women’s ministries, retreats and conferences. They speak regularly in churches, conferences, events and universities. Kristen is a TV host and author. In this episode, …
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Identifying and Overcoming Perfectionism - with Taylor Newendorp, MA, LCPC
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Taylor Newendorp is a licensed clinical professional counselor and the founder and president of Chicago Counseling Center, which specializes in the treatment of OCD, Perfectionism, and Anxiety Disorders. He is also the author of "The Perfectionism Workbook: Proven Strategies to Break Free from Perfectionism and Achieve Your Goals". In addition, he …
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Benji Nolot: Uncovering Systems of Injustice and Exploitation
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Benji Nolot is the CEO and founder of Exodus Cry, a nonprofit committed to abolishing sex trafficking and breaking the cycle of commercial sexual exploitation. Benji has also been a featured speaker at the United Nations and is an award-winning filmmaker. In everything that he does, he is driven by a conviction that every person should be free. In …
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Angela Blair: "All Strings Attached" - Honoring Your Values + Navigating Hookup Culture
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Angela Blair is an on-air television producer, personality and host featured on ExtraTV, Fox Sports, NBC, Miss Texas USA and more. Angela is married to former MLB player Carson Blair, where their love story and decision to wait for marriage has inspired young people around the world. She currently hosts a top ranked podcast show called "All Strings…
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Sex Trafficking & the Role of Authentic Masculinity in Fighting It - w/ Alan Smyth & Jessica Midkiff
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Alan Smyth and Jessica Midkiff are anti-human trafficking activists and co-authors of “Men! Fight for Me: The Role of Authentic Masculinity in Ending Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking”. Alan serves as the Executive Director for Saving Innocence, an anti-human trafficking, community-based organization focused on the recovery and restoration of chi…
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Healing Wounded Emotions and Relationships - with Father Martin Padovani
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Father Martin Padovani is a priest, psychotherapist, speaker, and author. He has been a priest for over 60 years, and also has a masters degree in counseling. In his counseling ministry, he has had a great impact providing marriage counseling and helping people deal with psychological problems. In this episode, we discuss: The intersection between …
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Human Trafficking Awareness Month: Best of Activist + Expert Conversations about Trafficking
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What is human trafficking? Is human trafficking real? Does trafficking happen in the United States? There is so much misinformation about trafficking, and misunderstandings about how it actually occurs today. In reality, there are 40.3 million victims worldwide, and trafficking is happening in all 50 United States. January is Human Trafficking Awar…
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Thank You for Rejecting Me: Reframing Rejection and Healing Heartbreak - with Kait Warman
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Kait Warman is a relationship coach, best-selling author, and founder/host of the Heart of Dating Podcast. Her book, "Thank You For Rejecting Me: Transform Pain into Purpose and Learn to Fight for Yourself" walks through the journey of rejection and equips listeners to channel it in a way that is productive, healing, and transformative. We also dis…
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Processing Grief, Loss, and Disappointment - with Nicole Smithe, co-founder of Iridescent Women (Part 2/2)
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Part 2 of my conversation with Iridescent Women co-founder Nicole Smithee provides insight into loss, grief, and disappointment. We share stories of personal loss and grief, including a miscarriage that Nicole faced earlier this year. She shares what she learned during her grieving process, including that it's okay to not be okay. We also discuss: …
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Tips for Entrepreneurship and Finding Impactful Mentors - with Nicole Smithee, co-founder of Iridescent Women (Part 1/2)
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Iridescent Women is an online platform and community is committed to awakening and championing the brilliance of every woman through honest conversations and authentic connections. Today I am joined by co-founder Nicole Smithee as we discuss her journey to start Iridescent Women, overcoming challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to foster impactfu…
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How to Stay Patient during Delay, Difficulties, and Dating- with Cam Scott
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How do you endure difficult times? How do you remain hopeful while waiting for breakthrough? How do you keep moving forward when your plans don't work out? Cam Scott is an actor, writer, and director who has had to grapple with all of these questions. We discuss how we've both endured challenging seasons, especially in relation to his career. We al…
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Dealing with Conflict, Competition, and Gossip - with Lauren Smolka (Former Miss USA Contestant)
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How do you handle drama, jealously, and competition? What about "mean girls"? Lauren Smolka is an actor, former pageant contestant, and dear friend who has had to deal with all of these things throughout her life--from friendships, to competing in Miss America and Miss USA, to now being in the highly competitive entertainment industry. In this epis…
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How to Have Hard Conversations & Communicate More Effectively - with Sophie Beren of The Conversationalist
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How to have hard conversations? How to handle conflict and confrontation? How to communicate clearly? These are questions Sophie Beren, founder and CEO of The Conversationalist, discuss in this episode. We also discuss: - How to find your voice - Quieting negative thoughts/self-limiting beliefs - How to handle conflict and difficult conversations -…
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Understanding OCD and Managing Anxiety - with Jenna Overbaugh
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What is OCD, actually? How can I manage my anxiety and obsessive thoughts? Therapist Jenna Overbaugh answers these questions and discusses techniques to manage anxiety and OCD. We cover: - What are obsessions and compulsions? - What are intrusive thoughts? - How to break the pattern of debilitating anxiety and ruminating thoughts - Signs of OCD, an…
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Intuitive Eating, Holistic Health, and Intentional Living - with Jane Green
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Why am I always fatigued and bloated? Why do I feel stuck emotionally and physically? Why isn't this "diet" working? Certified Integrative Nutrition Health coach Jane Green addresses all of these commonly asked questions and more. Her mission is to help women free themselves from the cycle of control & guilt in their relationship with food, exercis…
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Sex Trafficking: How it Happens & Helping in a Way that Serves, Not Stigmatizes - with Sarah Godoy
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Human trafficking is happening all over the world, and in our backyards. It is estimated that there are 40.3 million victims of human trafficking globally. Today's guest, Sarah Godoy, is a leader in the anti-trafficking space and, in 2017, she was named number 20 of the top 100 Human Trafficking and Slavery Influence Leaders. Sarah is a doctoral st…
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Overcoming Perfectionism, Practicing Self-Love, and Communicating with Empathy - with Laura Fooks
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Loving others well starts with loving yourself well, which is something that Laura Fooks-- co-founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of Light Speaks Loudest-- works to communicate to girls everywhere. Through her own journey as a self-proclaimed "recovering perfectionist", she knows how important it is for us to have grace for ourselves, so that w…
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Deconstructing Systems of Injustice that Hold Women Back & Perpetuate Trafficking - with Meghan Tschanz
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How do systems of injustice hold women back? How does messaging surrounding gender roles impact women everywhere, from sex trafficking to situations of perceived privilege? How can we empower women and raise our voices, rather than being complicit in these issues? Meghan Tschanz, former missionary and author of "Women Rising: Learning to Listen, Re…
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How to Deal with Anxiety and Live More Intentionally - with Dr. Lauren Cook
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What is "healthy" anxiety and when does it become unhealthy? How do you manage anxiety during transitional times? How can we navigate "re-entry" anxiety as public spaces and social gatherings begin to re-open? Doctor Lauren Cook discusses all of these things in this episode. Lauren is a therapist, career coach, speaker and author, who specializes i…
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Managing Depression and Overcoming Comparison - with Dr. Peace Amadi
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Fighting feelings of depression, sadness, or grief? Unsure how to manage the trauma of the pandemic? Feeling caught in the "comparison game" of social media? Dr. Peace Amadi gives practical advice about how to navigate these issues that so many of us are facing today, as well as the science and psychology behind all of it. Peace Amadi is a psycholo…
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Protecting Communities and Children Against Human Trafficking- with Ann Marie Jones, Carol Metzker, and Lauren Harris
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Human trafficking is happening rampantly in the U.S. and all over the world. Ann Marie Jones and Carol Metzker co-authored the book, “A Shield Against the Monster: Protecting Children from Human Trafficking”, which Lauren Harris and I have had the pleasure of developing into a film. Ann Marie is a survivor of sex trafficking and today she helps wom…
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Debra Fileta- "Are You Really Ok?": Embracing Emotional Health and Spirituality
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Debra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, speaker and author. She also reaches millions of people and helps them attain healthy relationships through her blog, "True Love Dates", and her podcast, The Love + Relationships Podcast. Her brand new book "Are You Really Ok?" is out everywhere, which we discuss during this episode. Our conversati…
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Setting Healthy Boundaries, Understanding Codependency, and Analyzing Attachment Styles- with Dr. Megan Johnson
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Dr. Megan Johnson is a licensed psychologist, therapist, and educator based in Los Angeles. She is the co-founder of Woven Together Trauma Therapy, which is an online platform designed for individuals to learn more about trauma and how to heal, as well as Traumastery, a virtual healing collective. In this episode, we discuss: - How do “attachment s…
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Navigating Waiting Seasons with Patience, Purpose + Intention - with Hope Moquin
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Hope Moquin is a life coach, conference speaker, author of The Second Table and founder of Becoming Better. She has an incredible story and her mission is to help others use what they’ve experienced for good and commit to becoming better in every area of their lives. In this episode, we discuss: Progress over perfection Letting go of victim mindset…
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Turning Trauma into Triumph - with Elizabeth Quiroz
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Elizabeth Quiroz is a human trafficking survivor, advocate, and founder of Redemption House, a non-profit organization that helps human trafficking victims. Through her courage, bravery, and vulnerability, we discuss how human trafficking is happening in our backyards and how we can help fight this injustice. We also discuss: - Signs + red flags of…
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Holistic Mental Health: Connecting to Your Convictions so You Can Help Others - with Brittney Moses
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Brittney Moses is an LA-based content creator, blogger, and the host of The Faith & Mental Wellness Podcast. She studies and researches Psychology at UCLA, and she is passionate about discussing where faith, holistic mental health, and wellness all intersect. She does such a wonderful job of reducing stigma around these topics, in a way that is inf…
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Kat Harris - "Sexless in the City": Deconstructing Beliefs & Releasing Sexual Shame
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Kat Harris is an educator, host of The Refined Collective Podcast, and now author of "Sexless in the City". Through her online platform, The Refined Woman, her vision is to be a voice of truth and hope while equipping women to walk in wholeness, worthiness, and freedom. Today we talk about how to deconstruct our beliefs and the narratives we receiv…
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Gaining Confidence in Dating: Healing Trauma & Thriving in Your Identity - with Stef Rouse
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Stefanie Rouse is a digital creator and relationship coach who creates empowering courses, guides, and content with her husband to empower individuals and couples to thrive in their purpose and in their relationships. We discuss:- healing from heartbreak & trauma- emotionally abusive relationships- setting boundaries in dating & friendships- living…
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Navigating Singleness, Dating, and Relationships with Values and Worth - with Danielle Schaaf
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Danielle Schaaf is a life coach and teacher with a masters in education. She has a series called Walk in Your Worth, and she is all about empowering individuals to know and embrace their worth. We discuss how to do this, as well as: How to own your emotions Asking yourself the hard questions Not letting rejection define you Getting through painful …
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Impostor Syndrome: The Science Behind It and How to Overcome It - with Mariana De La Garza
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Mariana De La Garza is a doctor of educational psychology and has worked as a college counselor at Santa Monica College for 5 years. Throughout her time as a counselor, and throughout her own personal experience, she has noticed this recurring theme of individuals experiencing “impostor syndrome”. Because of this, she is embarking on a grounded the…
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Women's Empowerment: Body Image, Boundaries, & Standing Your Ground - with Madi Grace
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Madi Grace is a model and singer/songwriter who has courageously stayed true to who she is while navigating an industry that can encourage unhealthy standards. Through standing her ground and protecting her health and self-worth, she has become an incredible role model for healthy body image and self-value. In this episode, we discuss that journey,…
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Discovering Your Creative Process: How to Stay Inspired, Authentic & Resilient - with Lily Kincade
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Lily Kincade is a singer, songwriter, and one of the most encouraging people I've ever met. She is constantly releasing amazing work, but it took an intentional journey of embracing her story and protecting her personal brand to get to where she is now. She shares advice about how to embrace your own story and establish a creative process without b…
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Racial Justice: How to be an Ally, Embrace Leadership, and Cultivate Community - with Joseph Haynes
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Joseph Haynes is an activist, speaker, actor, and musician. His natural leadership led him to have an active role in being a leader and a voice in the Black Lives Matter movement. In our conversation, we discuss how we can continue the conversation of creating racial justice in a way that is sustainable and effective. We also discuss: - embracing d…
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Turning Your Passion into Purpose - with Lauren Harris
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Lauren Harris is an actress, producer, writer and director who also has a heart for activism. Through her experience in Hollywood and beyond, she shares so much great inspiration and advice including: - aligning your work with your passion - remaining true to who you are - persisting through rejection and challenges - focusing on the "why" - using …
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Marina De Buchi- How Overcome Fear to Connect to your Calling & Follow Your Dreams
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Today I am joined by the lovely Marina De Buchi, founder and designer of Marina De Buchi. Today we talk about identifying and overcoming our fears, as well as how to silence "imposter syndrome". We also discuss: - Using your passion to help others - Why failures are just steps to success - How to not be controlled by fear - Why taking the first ste…
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How to Date With Intention & Self-Worth - with Luke Charles
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Luke Charles is back for Part 2! This week, we're shifting gears a bit to talk about dating with intention. We dive into male vs. female perspectives when it comes to dating, as we discuss: - How to set boundaries - Recognizing insecurity - Claiming your self-worth - Developing character during dating - Guarding your heart without building walls - …
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Claiming Identity & Purpose During Chaos - with Luke Charles
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Today I am joined by life coach, actor, and musician Luke Charles. We discuss: - Discovering security during chaos - Fighting depression and hopelessness - Claiming your self-worth - What's the difference between happiness and joy? - How to discover your purpose - Letting go of a victim mentality - Identifying limiting mindsets ... and so much more…
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How to Heal and Overcome Trauma - with Cat Del Re
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Cat Del Re is an actress, filmmaker, and advocate. She also has a lot of insight into the journey of healing, and has gone on a very intentional path herself to overcome past trauma. We all experienced some level of trauma in 2020 and, whether we realize it or not, we can all uncover parts of ourselves that need to be healed from our past. In this …
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How to Fight Human Trafficking with Technology- with Rebecca Sadwick Shaddix
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Rebecca Sadwick is a social entrepreneur, Technology contributor for Forbes, and researcher for the UCLA Luskin School of Innovation. Her research there has been heavily focused on human trafficking and how technology can intervene. Our conversation really helped me understand the complexity of the issue and why it is so necessary for all sectors o…
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Fast Fashion: How it Impacts Labor Trafficking & the Importance of Ethical Fashion - with Jessica Kelly
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Jessica Kelly is the founder and CEO of THR3EFOLD, a fashion tech company that connects brands with ethical factories. In this episode, we discuss ethical fashion, how it can prevent labor trafficking, and how to be a more conscious consumer. Along with this, Jessica explains: Fusing passion with purpose What is labor trafficking? How unethical fas…
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A21 on Human Trafficking in the U.S. - with Aundrea Morales
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There are an estimated 40.3 million people enslaved in human trafficking around the world, and human trafficking also happens in all 50 states of the U.S. Today I am joined by Aundrea Morales of A21, an anti-human trafficking agency, to discuss holistically what human trafficking looks like in the U.S. and how we can be part of the solution. We wil…
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"Yes You Can, Yes You Will": Pushing Through Challenges & Perfectionism - with Alexis Fischer
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Alexis Fischer’s mantra “Yes You Can, Yes You Will” is a phrase that she echos both in her classes and in her life. Her fitness brand boomed in the midst of covid, and Alexis’s ability to pivot and serve others were integral to that success. She talks about knowing your identity, owning your influence, and pursuing your passion with what you have r…
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Welcome to Imperfect with Kirstin Pfeiffer, where you will hear weekly content ft: human trafficking education, personal growth, & culture. We are our strongest when we embrace our imperfections and allow ourselves to be vulnerable. “Imperfect” is also our mantra for as we walk down the path of fighting for justice. We don’t need to have the whole …
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