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Welcome to the Love, Sex & Intimacy podcast for women who want to experience intimate relationships and sex that are pleasurable and passionate, happy, thriving and deeply fulfilling. With my very special guest experts; guiding lights and pioneers in their specialist areas, we’ll be breaking down the myths, exploring the difficult stuff, the good stuff and seeing what’s possible for love, sex and intimacy at this time of rapid change. In these candid and intimate conversations, I’ll be bring ...
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Answering all of the questions that weren't asked in medical school. Dr. D.J. Verret hosts the approximate half hour long podcast that interviews experts in the fields of medicine, business, investing, non-clinical career, and others of interest to practicing physicians. Podcasts are published every Friday morning. If you have a question for one of the guests or a suggestion for an upcoming show, drop us a line at questions@askmemdpodcast.com.
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Cosmos & Commerce Podcast

Janis Francis and Michele Cook

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Are you thinking of starting a business? Do you have questions or concerns regarding your current business? This is the podcast for you! Janis & Michele bring on local business owners, entrepreneurs, regional elected officials and others to discuss business, leadership, business strategies and more to help all who listen to become more proficient business owners themselves. We look forward to talking with you!!
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Through the lens of wellbeing and mental health we discuss areas currently impacting businesses and look at how we can 'stress less and smile more' in the workplace. Aimed at business leaders, HR professionals and anyone with an interest in better supporting others (and themselves) in the workplace and beyond.
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Season 1 Launches May 4, 2023 Welcome to FieldSound, the official UW College of the Environment podcast. Through immersive, narrative storytelling, host Sarah Smith explores the field of environmental science together with researchers at the University of Washington College of the Environment. Interviews and anecdotes connect listeners to the College’s global impact as guests share stories of their exciting, groundbreaking and influential discoveries. FieldSound entertains and educates liste ...
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Today I’m so so happy to be sharing my 50th podcast episode!!!!!! Join me for this conversation with my partner and co-teacher Graeme Waterfield as we explore what it means to put the intimacy back into sex. At the end of the episode we share about our couples course INTIMACY which starts March 5th 2024 and there is a special offer available for li…
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Welcome to "Cosmos and Commerce," the podcast where business and fun converge. Hosted by Michele Cook of Body Ache Escape Massage Center and Janis Francis of The Humble Crate. Join us as we engage with some of the most creative and influential minds in the business arena. In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Heather Lipe, the creative force b…
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Davina MacKail is one of my favourite astrologers so I invited her to share her take on what's coming in 2024. Davina talks us through the key themes for 2024, a wood dragon year in Chinese Astrology. She shares about the qualities of a wood dragon year, why now is a good time to pause, her wisdom on how you can ride the waves of 2024 and why it’s …
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Guest: Peg Tobin, a healthcare recruiter, educator, writer, and public speaker, owner of Tobin and Associates. In this episode of "Cosmos and Commerce," hosts Janis Francis and Michele Cook interview Peg Tobin, a seasoned healthcare recruiter and the visionary behind Tobin and Associates. Peg shares her unexpected journey into healthcare recruitmen…
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Welcome to this wonderful conversation with Joseph Kramer, PhD, about erotic massage. Joseph is a true pioneer in the field of sexology, founder of the Body Electric School of Massage, creator of the practice of erotic massage and the professional field of Sexological Bodywork. Joseph shares the incredible story of how he created erotic massage, wh…
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Hosts: Janis Francis and Michele Cook Guest: Nate Hux, a pharmacist and entrepreneur Key Points: Background and Career Shift: Nate Hux, initially a corporate pharmacist, shifted to an independent pharmacy. He bought Pickerington Pharmacy from Dale Schultz, aiming to focus more on patient care rather than corporate profits. Launching Freedom Pharmac…
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Episode 17- Darian's multifaceted career spans holistic health, fitness, acting, photography, TV, and marketing, providing a rich tapestry of experiences for listeners to draw inspiration from. Darian opens up about her life journey, emphasizing how becoming a parent at a young age influenced her career trajectory. She shares her transition from pu…
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What a powerful conversation with Anabel Vizcarra, Embodiment Mentor and Womb Shaman. She teaches women how to awaken and embody their own wise and prosperous wisdom through self awareness & mastery. We explored what ‘full spectrum’ feminine embodiment is, why the journey to your power is a descent into the body, what womb intelligence is, how to c…
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Podcast Episode Title: Cosmos and Commerce - Sip, Savor, Succeed with Sarah Kahn Hosts: Michele Cook Janis Francis Guest: Sarah Kahn, owner of Corporate Rehab and host of Business Blasphemy Podcast Podcast Sections: Introduction: Greetings and introductions by hosts Michele Cook and Janis Francis. Guest Introduction: Introduction of Sarah Kahn, her…
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Cosmos and Commerce with Jen Routte of Routte Law Hosts: Michele Cook & Janis Francis Introduction Welcoming Jen Routte Brief overview of Routte Law and Jen’s background Jen’s Journey into Law and Entrepreneurship Jen’s early career and motivations Transition from traditional law practice to entrepreneurship Challenges faced and overcoming them Fou…
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Next up in our Walk The Talk – Lessons from Leaders series, we talk with John Argent, CEO Six - a creative marketing agency. As always, we encourage you to listen while you walk and we do the talking! In this conversation, John reveals that change is the biggest disrupter that he is seeing right now and he talks through how they have learnt to adap…
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Next up in our Walk The Talk – Lessons from Leaders series, we talk with Nick Pritchard, People & Resourcing Manager from Cadence Innova. In this conversation Nick generously shares some background about his own mental health journey and how this inspires him to support the mental health and wellbeing of all those that work at Cadence Innova. Cultu…
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Podcast Outline Summary: Cosmos and Commerce with Michele Cook Introduction to Helen Holloway and Champion Pest and Termite Control: Helen Holloway is the tenacious and insightful founder of Champion Pest and Termite Control, a company that has carved a niche for itself in the competitive pest management industry. With a keen focus on customer sati…
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Today is a big day!! Graeme and I are heading off to the UK Independent Podcast Awards where the Love, Sex and Intimacy Podcast has been nominated for awards in 2 categories so send some good vibes our way!! I am very excited to be off to London and to meet fellow podcasters. The UK Independent Podcast Awards created a new category for podcasts foc…
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Cosmos and Commerce Podcast Summary: Michelle Plumby from AR Workshop Introduction: Michelle Plumby is a dynamic figure in the world of DIY and home decor. As a representative of AR Workshop, she embodies the spirit of creativity and hands-on crafting. AR Workshop is a boutique DIY studio that offers hands-on classes for creating custom and charmin…
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Cosmos and Commerce: Sip Savor Succeed - Jean Tully Interview Summary Introduction: Hosts: Janis Francis (Humble Crate Artisan Marketplace and RE MAX Connection) and Michele Cook (Body Ache Escape Massage Center). Theme: Exploring the intersection of business and pleasure. Guest: Jean Tully, one of the best boudoir photographers, specializes in cap…
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I’m delighted to share this episode with relationship coach, Amara Charles, on how to heal conflict and reignite passion. Amara shares how couples can heal conflict and restore confidence in the relationship and how to reignite passion and keep that passion alive. Amara shares: 3 pitfalls of conflict and how couples can heal conflict The one bigges…
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Summary of Podcast: K. Zulene Adams- Z Promotions Introduction: Host: Janis Francis of Humble Crate Artisan Marketplace. Co-host: Michele Cook of Body Ache Escape Massage Center. Guest: Zulene, the force behind Z promotions and president of NAWBO Columbus. Zulene's Journey to Z Promotions: Started Z promotions 17 years ago. Started Z promotions to …
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Next up in our Walk The Talk – Lessons from Leaders series, we talk with Dr Sarah Berry about the (peri)menopause. Sarah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at King's College London and Chief Scientist at ZOE. She’s also the Lead Scientist on the ZOE Menopause Advisory Board. Sarah’s academic background is nutritiona…
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Hosts: Michele Cook from Body Ache Escape Massage Center Janis Francis with the Humble Crate Artisan Marketplace Guest: Sarah Jackson, the driving force behind Combustion Brewery Headlines: Introduction to Sarah Jackson and Combustion Brewery Michele introduces the episode and the guest, emphasizing the blend of business and pleasure. Sarah express…
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This was a great conversation with Natalie Lue, a boundaries and relationship coach who‘s the creator of one of the longest running self-help blogs in the world, Baggage Reclaim, and The Baggage Reclaim Sessions podcast. Her 5th book, The Joy of Saying No: A Simple Plan to Stop People Pleasing, Reclaim Boundaries, and Say Yes to the Life You Want c…
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Podcast Summary Headline: Embracing Size Inclusivity and Entrepreneurial Spirit: A Conversation with Danielle Resseguie Introduction: Guest: Danielle Resseguie, founder of Ruby Joy Boutique Hosts: Michele Cook and Janis Francis Topics Discussed: Size inclusivity in fashion, entrepreneurial journey, business values, and challenges in establishing a …
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Cosmos and Commerce Podcast Summary- Lory Kim - Remax Connections Introduction Hosts: Michele Cook (Body Ache Escape Massage Center) and Janis Francis (REMAX Connection Realtors and the Humble Crate Artisan Marketplace). Podcast's aim: Provide actionable insights and entrepreneurial spirit. Guest Introduction Lory Kim, owner of REMAX Connection Rea…
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Next up in our Walk The Talk – Lessons from Leaders series, we talk with Gemma Bullivant, a specialist in grief coaching and training, helping individuals to positively address and recover from all forms of traumatic change and loss, including bereavement, redundancy and divorce. In this conversation, we navigate the subject of grief, in a bid to b…
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So happy to share this episode with Tobin Zivon. Tobin is the first guest to return to the podcast for a rich conversation exploring tantric sex and living a tantric life. Tobin shares his definition of tantra, what tantric sex is and some ways to explore tantra, tantra as a way of living and how to be with the difficult stuff in life, his views on…
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Hosts: Michele Cook & Janis Francis Guest: Ella Williams, Posh Teatime Co Section 1: Introduction Introducing Ella Williams: Guest is an entrepreneur and founder of "Posh Teatime Co." Background: Talked about her personal and business journey. Section 2: Business Acumen Launching Posh Tea Time Co.: Ella shares her experiences and challenges in sett…
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Guest: Lillie Williams (J Dog Junk Removal & Hauling and Rags to Riches) Introduction: Transitioned from military service to entrepreneurship. Experienced injury during deployment, leading to time at Walter Reed. Inspiration for J Dog: Participated in Boots to Business, an organization aiding veterans' transition into business. Introduced to J Dog …
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Excited to share this episode with my partner and co-teacher, Graeme Waterfield. We love chatting about intimacy, sex and pleasure and have conversations like this all the time. We share some of the common themes that we experience in our work and also explore what is possible when you shift your attention from goal based sex to presence and pleasu…
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In this episode, I am joined by Lauren Ohayon. Lauren is the founder of “Restore Your Core” (RYC®) and creator of the RYC® method for resolving core and pelvic floor issues. I invited Lauren on the podcast as pelvic floor issues are so common and they can have a huge effect on how a woman experiences sex, pleasure and intimacy. So many women experi…
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Podcast Episode Summary: Interview with Elijah Danilets Background & Early Life: Elijah's roots in Ukraine and his immigration journey to the U.S. Development of his car detailing passion from his father. Danilets Detailing: Main business venture focused on car detailing. Emphasis on the joy of the transformation process in detailing. Contributions…
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Podcast Summary: Exploring Health, Fitness, and Empowerment with Carol Wentzel Introduction: In the "Cosmos and Commerce" podcast, hosts Janis Francis and Michele Cook sit down with Carol Wentzel from Amanda Black Fitness to delve into her journey as a health and fitness coach, specifically focusing on women's health during menopause. Getting to Kn…
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Kimberly Ann Johnson is a Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, yoga teacher, postpartum advocate, and single mom. She is also the author of the Call of the Wild: How We Heal Trauma, Awaken Our Own Power, and Use It for Good, as well as the early mothering classic The Fourth Trimester, and is the host of the Sex Birth Trauma po…
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EPISODE 3 - SHELLEY WASICKI- THE POSITIVE SPIRIT CO Podcast Summary: "Cosmos and Commerce" Introduction: Hosted by Janis Francis from Remax Connection and The Humble Crate Artisan Marketplace, and co-host Michele Cook from Body Ache Escape Massage Center. Purpose: Offers actionable insights and entrepreneurial spirit, combining innovative strategie…
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🎙️ Step into the vibrant world of "Cosmos and Commerce," where host Janis Francis and guest Michele Cook from Body Ache Escape Massage Center embark on a captivating journey of discovery. In this exhilarating episode, they delve into the fascinating stories and insights behind Michele's remarkable business journey, uncovering the inspiration, chall…
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Step into a world of vibrant conversations and clinking cocktail glasses as the debut episode of "Cosmos and Commerce" takes center stage. Hosted by the effervescent Michele Cook and her partner in crime, Janis Francis, this podcast sets sail on a journey that blends business insights with the art of sipping cocktails. 🍹 With a cheerful and lively …
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Today I’m delighted to share this conversation with Tamu Thomas. Tamu helps ‘over-functioning, overworking, high achievers to prioritise their own well-being and life satisfaction alongside success and achievement’. She is on a mission to help women ‘enhance how they live, love and work by recovering from their addiction to toxic productivity’. You…
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I’m delighted to share this fascinating conversation with Damien Bohler, founder of Evolutionary Relating. Damien is an explorer who dives deep into the possibilities for intimate relationships finding the ways to support people to truly thrive in life and love. We explored relationships from the difficult stuff to the juice and the joy including t…
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Earthquakes can strike at any moment. On the final Season 1 episode of FieldSound, UW seismologists Harold Tobin and Audrey Dunham discuss the impending threat of “The Big One” - a large-scale earthquake that will strike along the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Tobin and Dunham also share recent advances in earthquake and tsunami preparedness for commun…
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Next up in our Walk The Talk – Lessons from Leaders series, we talk with Julian Roberts, Executive Leadership Coach and Podcast Host of Helping Organisations Thrive with Julian Roberts, a top 1.5% global podcast! As always, we encourage you to listen while you walk and we do the talking! Julian Roberts is an Executive Leadership Coach with a backgr…
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I love Taoist practice and Qigong so it’s wonderful to share this episode with one of my Qigong teachers, Minke De Vos. Minke is a Senior Universal Healing Tao Instructor and Medical Qigong Master Therapist who runs Qigong teacher trainings and she is author of 'Tao Tantric Arts for Women’. Minke shares her wisdom and years of experience of sexual …
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I am delighted to share the second episode of the Love, Sex and Intimacy podcast, a conversation with Sarah Tilley, founder and CEO of Beautiful Space Wellness, a legal and safe psilocybin-assisted therapy program for couples and individuals with a focus on modern relationships and sexual wellness. Sarah is a long term student of Esther Perel and h…
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I loved this interview with Elena Rossi which I recorded late last year. Elena is a female libido specialist, author of two books, pelvic trauma-release therapist and a sex toy designer. Her personal coaching brand is The Yoni Empire. We covered a lot of fertile topics in this conversation as Elena shared how much misunderstanding and confusion the…
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Mount Rainier Institute provides regional schools with in-depth programs focusing on forest science and STEM education, using the Charles Lathrop Pack Experimental Forest - located at the foot of Mt. Rainier, as an outdoor classroom. Pack Forest, part of the UW School of Environment and Forest Sciences, sits on 4,300 acres of working forestland. Th…
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Randie Bundy is a researcher with the University of Washington School of Oceanography. Her complex work looks into the cycling of trace metals in marine environments, how bioactive metals such as iron, copper, and cobalt are acquired by marine phytoplankton and bacteria, and how the organic forms of these metals affect their uptake and cycling in t…
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Anne Polyakov is a PhD student in the Quantitative Ecology and Resource Management Program at the University of Washington. Anne's PhD research covers a variety of animals and ecosystems, including fungal communities along salmon streams. Recently, she spent a summer with the UW Alaska Salmon Program studying ecosystems along three streams, collect…
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Aaron Wirsing is an ecologist with the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences studying predator-prey interactions. On this episode of FieldSound, Wirsing discusses his research in both terrestrial and aquatic systems, the ways that top predators, such as grey wolves and tiger sharks, shape their ecosystems and how humans affect predator-prey i…
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Next up in our Walk The Talk – Lessons from Leaders series, we talk with Julia Phillips, Owner, Founder and Event Director of Potting Shed Events. As always, we encourage you to listen while you walk and we do the talking! Julia recently launched her latest agency Potting Shed Events in June 2021 and now works with a small portfolio of clients on t…
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Laura Prugh is a wildlife community ecologist with the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences. Research in her lab use a combination of intensive fieldwork, modeling, meta-analyses, and interdisciplinary approaches to study the response of wildlife communities to global change. Recently, Prugh was lead author on a study published in the journa…
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Chelsea Wood is an Associate Professor in the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences. She is a leader in the ecology of parasites and pathogens in freshwater and marine ecosystems, the ecological drivers of parasite transmission, and human impacts on parasites in a changing world. Wood discusses the fascinating world of parasites, their “Rube Goldb…
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John Marzluff is a professor of wildlife science in the UW School of Environmental and Forest Sciences and renowned researcher studying the relationships between birds and humans. On this episode of FieldSound, Marzluff discusses the intelligent, enigmatic and culturally-significant crow, the shared knowledge of crow communities, and the ways local…
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