Why A Fashion Student Moved To The Rainforest Alone, Then Went Viral On YouTube Reroot With Eamon And Bec podcast

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All good things must come to an end, and we’re wrapping up Season 3 with the finale! In this episode, we share a life update, fill you in on our travels, answer your questions (are we really moving to Australia!?), play one last game of Real Talk, and reflect on our favorite moments from this season. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2QVbV6y4ipk 0:00 - Intro 1:24 - We’re back in Canada and jet lagged 5:27 - It’s worth it 9:53 - Our resentments in Colorado 25:10 - Loosening up in Hawaii 36:53 - Are we moving to Australia? 40:35 - Our top moments from the season 51:35 - Community questions 56:24 - Frankie’s schooling 58:46 - Changing your mindset 1:02:43 - We’ve joined a cult 1:08:15 - Our retirement plan 1:15:09 - Family planning 1:20:30 - Real Talk 1:27:43 - Feedback from our audience We can’t wait to connect with you in the next season! In the meantime, if you have any thoughts, ideas, or feedback for us, send us an email at reroot@eamonandbec.com. See you in Season 4! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Why a Fashion Student Moved to the Rainforest Alone, Then Went Viral on YouTube 1:15:59

23 days ago1:15:59

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Jinti Fell’s Journey from Vanlife to Quitting Veganism and Navigating a Dark Night of the Soul 1:57:52

30 days ago1:57:52

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Jinti Fell is a mother, world traveler, and content creator, who first began documenting her life nearly a decade ago on YouTube. From experiencing a ""dark night of the soul"" to navigating pregnancy outside the medical system, Jinti reveals the pivotal moments that led her to question everything—vanlife and veganism to her evolving identity. She discusses the emotional challenges of motherhood, the impact of her father’s passing, and how she rediscovered her creative spark. Tune in for a deep dive into vulnerability, spiritual awakening, and embracing change. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: www.youtu.be/cNbo71k3WU8 Head to DrinkLMNT.com/REROOT to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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How Matt D'Avella Found His Spark Again 1:41:23

5 weeks ago1:41:23

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This week, we’re joined by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Matt D'Avella, who opens up about the most painful business decision he’s ever made—firing people he loved. Matt shares how hiring too many people led to losing his spark and ultimately making the tough call to go back to being a solo creator. We also dive into the recent loss of his daughter Daisy, the challenges of balancing work and family, and how he found purpose through minimalism. Tune in for a more casual side of Matt and hear how he navigated life’s toughest moments to rediscover what truly matters. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MhcU_WbZldE 0:00 - intro 3:03 - why returning to YouTube was so emotional 6:07 - returning to work then loosing his daughter 14:13 - advice for navigating depression 19:20 - deciding to have a kids 22:28 - what habits he maintains after all of his experiments 27:32 - making the documentary Minimalism 36:05 - being on camera and starting YouTube 38:42 - perfectionism 41:59 - the birth of Matt’s first child 43:21 - Matt’s childhood and family 50:20 - advice he wished he had received when starting YouTube 54:00 - letting go of his team 1:00:17 - sharing our children online 1:05:56 - navigating comments 1:08:42 - rediscovering minimalism 1:13:34 - starting therapy 1:20:20 - nature vs nurture 1:22:45 - Real Talk 1:26:29 - most terrible memory Connect with Matt D'Avella: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ24N4O0bP7LGLBDvye7oCA www.mattdavella.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Mr. Kate & Joey Zehr on YouTube, Perfectionism, Health Issues & Screen Free Parenting 1:47:57

6 weeks ago1:47:57

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This week, we’ve made the trip over to Kate Albrecht & Joey Zehr’s house. You may know them better as the duo behind the YouTube channel Mr. Kate, where they take you on a journey through life, style, interior design, and DIY. Kate & Joey open up about taking a pause from the constant hustle and reconnecting with themselves. We dive into topics like health struggles, the pressures of perfectionism, the evolution of their parenting style, and how they inspire their son Moon to embrace his creativity. If we had to sum this conversation up, it’s that you can’t have it all in life. May this episode inspire you to find your balance and embrace life’s ups and downs. 🫶 Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9i6IbsBfbJo 0:00 - intro 3:15 - Kate’s hiding something 6:06 - taking a step back 12:47 - you can’t have it all 20:00 - their inward journey 25:50 - health issues relating to work 31:13 - self expression through fashion 37:31 - delegation and managing teams 46:40 - trauma from first birth 54:37 - trying not to screw up our kids 59:52 - is Hawaii what you wanted it to be 1:03:35 - seeing our Adsense go down 1:06:20 - being the caregiver is traumatic 1:09:50 - putting effort in pays off 1:13:09 - raising a screen free child 1:22:21 - the furniture line 1:28:53 - you have to be delulu 1:35:00 - Real Talk 1:34:34 - Real Talk 1:40:00 - BTS of the name reveal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Why Ellen Fisher's Leaving YouTube and Prioritizing What Matters 2:04:22

7 weeks ago2:04:22

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Aloha! 🌺 We’ve landed in beautiful Hawaii to sit down with our first guest on the island, Ellen Fisher from The Ellen Fisher Podcast. Ellen opens up about the profound shift she's undergone in rethinking her online presence. We dive into topics like home birth, her take on smartphones and children, Ellen’s love for debate, homeschooling, and why she’s choosing to earn less money. We also explore the lies we tell ourselves, different parenting styles, and the process of rewiring our subconscious minds. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dLKiKNXjVdM 0:00 - intro 4:05 - early days of social media 13:06 - your first child is the hardest 17:29 - no longer sharing her children online 24:08 - practices Ellen tunes into 28:14 - women in their 30s are having an identity crisis 42:53 - children and sleep 47:56 - finding the strength to have a home birth 58:20 - rewiring your subconscious brain 1:02:45 - homeschooling 1:15:31 - parenting 1:33:37 - Real Talk: it gets emotional 1:48:07 - children and smartphones Watch The Ellen Fisher Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@theellenfisherpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Elsa Rhae & Barron: Pregnancy After Miscarriage, Frugal Living & Gender Roles 1:41:41

8 weeks ago1:41:41

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This week, we’re joined by fellow YouTubers Elsa Rhae & Barron. After living in a 13ft trailer for six years, they’re now building their dream home with their own hands. From the challenges of life in the middle of nowhere to the highs and lows of building a YouTube channel, they share their honest and raw experiences with miscarriage, pregnancy, psychedelics, self-worth, and much more. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_LZhNyUBWPw 0:00 - intro 1:59 - take aways from living in a trailer for 6 years 7:15 - Barron’s extroversion 8:00 - staring a YouTube channel 9:35 - thoughts on marriage 10:55 - tears on the first night in the trailer 12:35 - community while living rural 17:55 - slow travel in the trailer 24:57 - spirituality and fear 39:44 - first pregnancy and going through an audit 52:56 - miscarriage in a motel 1:00:34 - preparing for birth 1:07:00 - becoming friends with yourself 1:09:38 - entrepreneurial spirit 1:15:43 - traditional gender roles 1:23:06 - different approaches to parenting 1:27:33 - RealTalk Follow Elsa & Barron's Journey: https://www.youtube.com/@ElsaRhae Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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FEAR Is A Liar | Mike Corey (Fearless & Far) 2:30:56

9 weeks ago2:30:56

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We’ve taken Reroot on the road! Join us from our cozy cabin in Colorado where we sit down with Mike Corey from Fearless and Far, diving deep into fear—its impact, how to navigate it, and why it’s often a liar. We also go into science vs spirituality, how attending Raya & Louis’s wedding showed Mike a different way of existing, and the significance of rites of passage. Mike opens up about the challenges of balance a “normal” life with extreme adventures, his preparation routine, and feeling misunderstood. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/srpHV1jAahA 0:00 - intro 1:55 - coming up against our own beliefs 5:44 - what would your child self think of what you’re doing today 11:44 - tips for when the fear shows up 13:30 - fear is a liar 20:36 - science and spirituality 24:18 - Raya & Louis’s wedding 31:06 - this has been difficult to share 40:00 - hosting retreats 47:32 - rites of passage 54:40 - trusting your gut 58:40 - preparing for the adventures 1:07:26 - fascination with air 1:24:41 - what helps Mike through the craziness 1:27:44 - the battle of living a normal life 1:36:56 - getting out of negative cycles 1:40:30 - dating 1:43:46 - the grossest thing Mike’s eaten 1:51:21 - I had a worm inside my arm 1:58:02 - RealTalk 2:00:33 - still processing this ayahuasca experience 2:23:43 - how Mike would change the world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Navigating the Darker Parts: Lauren Toyota on Motherhood, Co-Parenting, and Embracing Fear 2:05:06

10 weeks ago2:05:06

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In this episode we're joined by Lauren Toyota (hot for food blog). From navigating the complexities of parenting to her shift in mindset during COVID, Lauren shares her experiences with mental health, spiritual growth, and the evolving nature of her relationships. We dive deep into topics like co-parenting, therapy, the pressures of social media, and the challenges of raising a child while staying true to oneself. Plus, Lauren spills the tea on what the internet doesn’t know about her. This episode is an honest exploration of vulnerability, growth, and the messy, beautiful reality of life. 👉 Get 15% off OneSkin with the code REROOT at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod 👉 Get 25% off your first order: https://ritual.com/eamonandbec Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/b-5lum8GauU 0:00 - intro 3:08 - taking SSRIs 4:41 - Lauren’s shift during COVID 7:58 - privilege and spirituality 15:28 - 30 days of delulu 21:40 - constantly feeling like you’re failing as a parent 26:15 - changing her mind on having a child 37:20 - glorifying pregnancy 39:35 - pregnancy is a lonely journey 48:43 - moving to LA 53:18 - taking a step back from business 1:02:40 - convincing Lauren to delete TikTok 1:13:59 - posting about her child online 1:16:33 - being a mom is not hard 1:20:27 - sleep training 1:24:26 - donating Lauren’s eggs to a friend 1:29:40 - challenging gender binary norms 1:37:42 - impact of Lauren’s father passing 1:40:27 - navigating guilt 1:41:13 - what would 2018 Lauren say 1:48:30 - RealTalk 1:55:30 - dating 2:00:34 - Lauren spills the tea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Real Talk with Eamon & Bec: Relationship Struggles, Upcoming Travels & Eamon's Music Career 1:28:31

11 weeks ago1:28:31

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Our podcast is deep, but today we’re in the mood to laugh! In this episode, we’re sitting down with a cup of tea and playing a game of Real Talk. While we definitely have our share of laughs in this one, we also get real about our relationship struggles, parenting, and even take a moment to reflect on 2024. Plus, we’re sharing some exciting plans we have coming up for both the podcast and our vlogs. 👉 Take advantage of our exclusive discount code, available for 72 hours after the podcast is published! Use RealTalk20 (or RealTalk10) at checkout. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tv3HX2grlVI 0:00 - intro 2:19 - reflecting on 2024 7:45 - we’ve abandoned our parenting style 15:31 - we’re leaving for 2 months 17:30 - we’re vlogging again 20:10 - Eamon’s making music 25:15 - I’m a very sensitive person 27:14 - Eamon loves Post Malone 32:10 - gratitude and rubber pillows 34:20 - Eamon’s changing his name to Post 36:12 - tell us your first email address 37:40 - our most terrible memory 42:30 - this is unforgivable 44:49- Eamon’s bromance 49:53 - belly laughing with Andrew 49:30 - tattoos 55:44 - Eamon saw Bec’s wedding dress 56:15 - acting like our parents 57:44 - regrets 59:41 - I don’t want to be famous 1:02:25 - this makes me angry 1:08:07 - fun facts about Bec 1:16:35 - trying new things 1:17:33 - our thoughts on lying 1:18:41 - the style debate 1:20:55 - fire round Want to be featured in a future episode? Submit a 30-second video with your question to reroot@eamonandbec.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Maddie Lymburner on Creating MadFit, Prioritizing Privacy & Why She’s No Longer Vegan 1:41:29

12 weeks ago1:41:29

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We’re back and kicking off 2025 with the perfect guest! In today’s episode, Maddie Lymburner, the powerhouse behind MadFit, shares a side of herself that her community doesn’t often get to see. Maddie has built a thriving community of over 10 million subscribers on YouTube. Maddie’s mission is to empower women to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. In this episode, Maddie takes us through her childhood and early love for dance, her decision to step back from sharing her personal life online, and navigating a public breakup. She also discusses her transition away from veganism and how her vision for MadFit has evolved over time. If this episode resonates with you, be sure to share it with someone you think will also gain value from hearing Maddie’s message. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zLkm4-krI40 0:00 - intro 2:48 - childhood 4:05 - Maddie didn’t take our advice 7:14 - the impact of dance 11:14 - struggles at home and bullying 14:38 - YouTube journey 18:28 - veganism 26:55 - BTS of a MadFit video 29:40 - community 31:09- relationship with the internet 34:35 - Maddie’s previous relationship and navigating the breakup 39:00 - advice for making a difficult decision 40:00 - copyright music 42:00 - self worth and negative self talk 46:14 - vision for the app 53:00 - Madore Athletics 1:01:54 - defining success 1:03:48 - meeting her husband 1:07:28 - the wedding 1:10:23 - babies!? 1:16:07 - in person events 1:19:34 - Real Talk: do you believe in soulmates and your worst habit? 1:36:54 - feedback from Maddie Want to be featured in a future episode? Submit a 30-second video with your question to reroot@eamonandbec.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Trent & Allie Open Up About Grief, Postpartum Depression and The YouTube Grind 2:23:35

15 weeks ago2:23:35

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We first met Trent and Allie in 2018 when we bonded over van life. Now, they’re building a home from the ground up in the mountains while raising a young family, all while documenting the journey on their YouTube channel. In this episode, Trent and Allie share the personal decisions that have shaped their path, how they’ve navigated major life changes together, and what it’s been like to take risks, build a YouTube channel, and raise a family. They also open up about filming and sharing life’s toughest moments, postpartum depression and how loss has reshaped their perspective. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKH0jHiYEQI 0:00 - intro 4:10 - making massive life decisions and taking risks 5:28 - entrepreneurship inspiration 8:18 - going all in on YouTube 11:10 - van life 13:20 - protecting your dreams 17:23 - the magic of a home birth 20:12 - Trent unpacks his childhood 22:38 - feeling like roommates not partners 25:05 - postpartum rage 28:02 - the trauma of Leo’s birth 33:55 - how we choose what we share online 43:00 - “Life Flight’s on it’s way” 57:35 - comparing trauma 1:03:15 - Billy’s pregnancy 1:05:06 - partpartum depression 1:10:05 - what keeps them motivated to post on YouTube 1:18:44 - how to support someone through postpartum depression 1:25:10 - Billie’s home birth 1:46:07 - death is hard 2:06:00 - feedback from Trent & Allie 2:13:46 - Real talk Want to be featured in a future episode? Submit a 30-second video with your question to reroot@eamonandbec.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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I Sold My Company for $48,000,000 and Felt Nothing | Aaron Spivak’s Story 2:05:37

16 weeks ago2:05:37

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Aaron Spivak is reshaping the future of entrepreneurship. After selling his company Hush for $48M at the age of 26, Aaron was left lonely, stressed and unhealthy. Now, he's shifting gears to create a new path for entrepreneurs with The Founders Club. In this episode expect to learn about Aaron’s journey to becoming a multimillionaire, his crucial advice to entrepreneurs, how to build a business while maintaining balance, the power of our words, and why Aaron believes entrepreneurship is the worst job in the world. No matter your path, this episode has insights that will resonate with anyone looking to grow or challenge themselves. Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F6lmW3vS_fM 0:00 - intro 2:35 - how being a multimillionaire changes your relationships 4:03 - entrepreneurship is the worst job in the world 10:48 - manifesting the $48M sale 16:45 - I’m scared of my own thoughts 20:39 - from jock to spirituality 24:40 - Aaron’s entrepreneurial inspiration 30:55 - creating an exit strategy 33:45 - Dragons Den and the lightbulb moment 37:58 - can you be a healthy entrepreneur 41:53 - advice to entrepreneurs 46:05 - Aaron’s dating life 49:45 - getting his car stolen 53:41 - a day in Aaron’s life 1:09:00 - not feeling good enough 1:14:00 - beliefs around money 1:19:59 - The Founders Club 1:27:45 - our Facebook got hacked 1:35:33 - we just became business partners 1:47:03 - Real Talk 2:00:19 - answering our listener questions Thanks for your submission, Tamara! Want to be featured in a future episode? Submit a 30-second video with your question to reroot@eamonandbec.com. Pro tip: jot down your question beforehand to keep it clear and concise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Raya & Louis: The Goldfish Incident, Psychedelics & Parenthood 2:07:59

17 weeks ago2:07:59

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Lifestyle and travel YouTubers Raya & Louis join us in the Reroot studio this week where we dove into how Louis got taken to court over a goldfish, Raya’s challenges with motherhood, their life-changing experience with plant medicine, communal living and more! Join the Reroot Community: Instagram - www.instagram.com/rerootpod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@rerootpod Reroot Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/1784427378276987 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RerootPod 0:00 - intro 5:43 - a decade of YouTube 9:21 - the goldfish incident 14:19 - being competitive with YouTube 20:15 - how Raya & Louis met 26:19 - manifesting the LA house 32:14 - communal living 34:39 - becoming parents 43:15 - motherhood 48:10 - Raya & Louis spirituality journey 1:04:02 - plant medicine 1:24:59 - body image 1:34:37 - Raya delete’s Instagram 1:43:18 - using ChatGPT as our therapist 1:47:11 - sharing our kids online 1:53:28 - Real Talk 1:59:24 - Costa Rica update Want to be featured in a future episode? Submit a 30-second video with your question to reroot@eamonandbec.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Eamon & Bec Talk Baby Number Two, Wedding Update and Toxic Positivity 1:42:29

18 weeks ago1:42:29