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Chasing The SparkReclaiming Healthy Habits After Summer: Episode 17Summer can be full of joy, adventure, and... totally falling off the healthy habits train. And you know what? That’s okay. In this episode of Chasing the Spark, Katie and Catie are talking honestly about the summer slide—how routines shift, good habits fade, and wellness takes a back seat—and how we're choosing to reset without the guilt. Join us as we share what we're doing to gently get back on track with food, movement, and mindset. This isn’t about restriction or shame—it’s about realigning with what feels good, sustainable, and energizing as we move i...
2025-07-2941 min
Unsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-CStrength, Movement and the Power of Physical Therapy with Dr. Aimee SheltonIn the season two finale of Unsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-C, we close out our series on women’s health through the perimenopause lens by broadening the conversation to include one of the most overlooked pillars of lifelong wellness: movement and physical strength. Catie sits down with Dr. Aimee Shelton, experienced physical therapist and founder of Triumph Physical Therapy, to reframe how we think about physical therapy—especially as women.This episode shifts the narrative from reactive to proactive care. Dr. Shelton explains why physical therapy isn’t just something we turn to after injury or surgery. Instead, it’s a...
2025-07-2543 min
ReskillienceLove in the Time of Collapse with Jordan + CatieIt's a Jordan + Catie double bill for the Season Four finale 🎊 Join us for a fireside D&M as two humans just tryna digest the microplastic casserole of modernity… and make something better. You’ll hear about my secret storytelling anxiety, Jord’s new award nominated film, my other boyfriends, law breaking, roadkill harvesting, why we took the Good Death-i-vore Pledge, sacred hunting, how to really give a shit about your ecosystem AAAAAND turning baboozlement into useful skills. ⚠️ A warning for sensitive ears, we swear a lot in this episode.LINKY POOS 🧙♀️...
2025-07-201h 18Chasing The SparkMental Health: Coping, Caring, and Calling It What It Is: Episode 7It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and today Katie and Catie are hitting pause for a much-needed check-in—with ourselves, and with you. If your mind’s been on overload or the emotions are piling up, you're not alone. Mental health is messy, real, and something we all wrestle with—whether we talk about it or not. We’re sharing the tools that help us stay grounded, the triggers we’re still working through, and how we’re learning to truly show up—for ourselves and for our people. This is a raw, honest, and supportive conversation about healing, growth, and community. J...
2025-05-1953 minChasing The SparkOur Current Favorite Things: Episode 6We're kicking off this episode by talking about our personalities when it comes to discovering and staying loyal to the things we love. Then, we share our current obsessions, go-to products, and best moments lately! Mentioned in the episode: Catie's favorite EOS vanilla bliss shaving cream and rediscovery of Loreal Voluminous Mascara. Katie loves DRMTLGY brand skincare products. Specifically the SPF Physical Tinted Moisturizer and the undereye corrector Catie has been wearing this Classic cotton button-down from Gap and Dolce Via Aileen Mary Jane Flat Katie loves the support from Brooks Shoes Catie and her husband are...
2025-05-1350 min
Corporate BaggageOffboarding Isn't OptionalEpisode OverviewIn this insightful episode, Whitney Siders and Catie Campbell close the loop on the employee life cycle by tackling a frequently overlooked but deeply important topic: offboarding. Whether someone quits, retires, or gets laid off, how they’re treated on the way out says volumes about a company’s culture. With practical stories and real-life examples (some heartwarming, some cringe-worthy), the hosts explore how thoughtful offboarding can boost morale, protect your brand, and keep operations running smoothly—even in the face of change.🎯 Who This Is ForHR professionals designing or refreshing offboardi...
2025-05-0529 minCorporate BaggageLayoffs Done Right-ishEpisode OverviewIn this powerful two-part series, Whitney Siders and Catie Campbell tackle the tough but necessary topic of layoffs—specifically from the company and leadership perspective in Part 1. With nearly 40 years of combined experience coaching Fortune 500 companies, they dive into the nuances of layoff strategy, transparency, and the profound impact on employee morale and company reputation. From poor strategic planning to corporate restructuring, they explore how companies can handle layoffs with clarity, integrity, and foresight—without sacrificing their people or brand.🎯 Who This Is ForHR leaders and executives preparing for or recovering from la...
2025-05-0135 min
TV Time with CatieTariffs on China, Pope Francis, Kilmar Garcia / Hour Long Lunch with Catie and Travwelcome to (name pending) with catie & trav! ~here's a lil something to chew on~ you know, if we end up keeping the "hour long lunch" title lolit's hard to stay informed, today we're going to try to talk about the tariffs on China, the death of Pope Francis, and the conversation between Kilmar Abrego Garcia and Maryland senator, Chris Van Hollen, before our lunch break ends. Sorry the audio is not quite right in this one, we will be better on the next one!...
2025-04-2358 minCorporate BaggageWork-Life Balance is a LieEpisode SummaryWork-life balance? It’s a lie. In this episode of Corporate Baggage, Whitney Siders and Catie Campbell unpack the myth of work-life balance, the mental load we all carry, and the impact of shifting family dynamics on our professional lives.From the invisible labor of managing a household to the unrealistic expectations placed on parents in the workforce, Whitney and Catie get real about why balance is often unattainable—and what we can do instead. They explore how businesses can better support employees, why it’s critical to set boundaries, and how individuals can ta...
2025-03-1040 min
It's Just Stress with Catie PerkinsTRAILER: Welcome to "It's Just Stress" with Catie PerkinsThis is It's Just Stress, a new podcast with Catie Perkins. Each week you’ll learn how to make sustainable, consistent changes that unlock vibrant health and help you feel comfortable in your own skin again. If you're fed up with hearing "it's just stress" and are ready for actual answers to your health struggles, you're in the right place. You deserve better than just barely getting by and my hope is to help you step into the healthiest, happiest version of yourself. Join us every Wednesday for new episodes.
2025-03-0701 minCorporate BaggageOffice Mandates: Opportunity or Manipulation?🎙️ Corporate Baggage PodcastEpisode 4: Office Mandates: Opportunity or Manipulation?Hosts: Whitney Siders & Catie Campbell📄 Episode Summary:Welcome back to Corporate Baggage, where we help you unpack, repack, and lighten the load of corporate life. In this episode, Whitney Siders and Catie Campbell dig deep into one of today’s most controversial workplace topics: Return-to-Office (RTO) mandates.Are office mandates a legitimate opportunity for professional growth or a thinly veiled form of manipulation? We explore how companies are using promotions and exits to enforce RTO policies and the impact these decisions...
2025-02-2338 minCorporate BaggageUnpacking Corporate Baggage: Why We're HereWelcome to the very first episode of Corporate Baggage! In this quick intro, your hosts, Whitney Siders and Catie Campbell, share the inspiration behind the podcast. Hear how their experiences as executive coaches and consultants in corporate America, coupled with a TikTok channel that gained traction, led them to create this show.Discover what you can expect each week as they unpack workplace issues from all perspectives—leaders, employees, and even customers. Whether it’s layoffs, return-to-office policies, or executive decisions, Whitney and Catie are here to bring you behind-the-scenes insights, real talk, and practical tool...
2025-01-2603 minUnsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-CEp 4: What is happening to my body? with Special Guest Jennifer MacklanWelcome back to Unsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-C! In this episode of our mini-series, What is Happening to My Body?, we offer a fresh and empowering perspective on health and wellness during the transition to midlife. Catie is joined by the incredible Jennifer Maklan, LMT and Āyurvedic Practitioner, and the owner of Perimenopause Massage & Ayurveda. Together, they explore how Ayurvedic practices can support women through the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and beyond.
Jennifer shares her expertise in Ayurveda and massage therapy, offering practical, holistic tools for maintaining balance and wellness during this transformative l...
2024-12-1850 minUnsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-CEp3: What is happening to my body? with Special Guest Megan Hanewald (Perimenopause)Welcome back to Unsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-C! In this third episode of our mini-series, we continue exploring the question, “What is happening to my body?” by offering a fresh, empowering perspective on health and wellness during the transition to midlife. Catie is joined by the inspiring Megan Hanewald, a professional rowing and triathlon coach, fitness expert, and owner of Thrive Through Midlife. Together, they dive deep into the physical, mental, and emotional changes women experience during perimenopause and beyond, shedding light on the often misunderstood symptoms of this natural phase of life.
Megan opens up about h...
2024-12-1056 minUnsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-CEp 2: What is happening to my body? Ft. Neely DevineWelcome back to Unsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-C! In this episode of our mini-series, we continue exploring the question, “What is happening to my body?”—unpacking the changes women experience during key life transitions. Catie is joined by the amazing Neely Divine, MS, RD, an integrative and functional nutrition expert and the owner of Neely Divine Nutrition LLC in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Together, they dive into the essential role of nutrition during this pivotal phase of life.
Neely shares her expertise on how diet and nutrition impact the body during perimenopause and menopause, offering practical advice on how women can su...
2024-12-0346 minUnsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-CEp 1: What is happening to my body? Ft. Lauren BarlewWelcome to Unsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-C! In this exciting new mini-series, Catie explores the question, “What is happening to my body?”—unpacking the often mysterious shifts women experience as they navigate the changes in their health. In the first episode, Catie is joined by Lauren Barlew, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, who brings her expertise and insight to help us understand the hormonal, physical, and emotional changes that many women face.
Throughout this mini-series, you’ll hear expert advice, real-life stories, and practical tips on how to embrace these transitions with confidence and clarit...
2024-11-221h 02
NursePreneursOvercoming Common Obstacles in Starting a Nursing - owned businessWelcome to "Nursepreneur Podcast" designed to ignite the entrepreneurial spark in every bedside nurse!
Here, we dive into the exhilarating journey of turning your nursing expertise into a thriving business. This episode unpacks the real challenges you face while transitioning from scrubs to strategy, from conquering self-doubt to mastering the art of time management.
Join Catie as she shares transformative stories from her own path and interviews inspiring nurse entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated this transition.
Discover how the incredible resourcefulness you've developed on the floor can be your greatest asset in the business world.
We'll arm you with practical...
2024-09-2729 min
Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureWe're Back
After a year-long hiatus, Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest is back! In this highly anticipated episode, Catie and Erik catch you up on everything that’s been happening during their break, including the exciting journey of writing a book, launching new projects and honestly a weird number of references to buttholes. We talk mansplaining, passion, wanting Things To Go Well, how the transition to Los Angeles has gone and where we are, generally, in our lives.
Welcome back to Infinite Quest. We missed you. It's good to be back.
2024-09-1955 min
Super CreativeMid Year Catch Up with Mandy Myles / Bookety Book BooksHello everybody! Super Creative is back! I'm kicking off this new season with a second recommendations episode with (friend of the pod and previous guest) Mandy Myles from Bookety Book Books. And alongside all of the book, TV and podcast recommendations we start off with a great business catch-up that I think you will find is really valuable.What I love about Mandy is that she is so open and honest and ready to share the full nitty gritty of what it's like running her business and how she's navigating all of the challenges that come as...
2024-07-231h 24
The Revenue Formula100%+ growth YoY, here’s how Walnut run their GTM (With Catie Ivey, CRO at Walnut)How does a company scale after raising funds? And what changes are necessary to maintain a stellar go-to-market?That and much more we discussed with Catie Ivey, CRO at Walnut.(00:00) - Introduction
(00:48) - Meet Catie
(05:05) - The setup
(10:03) - Finding GTM fit
(15:38) - Scaling outbound
(18:07) - The rituals
(27:43) - The culture of problem solving
(30:54) - When you don't own marketing
(33:04) - A different sales process
(37:31) - Spending resources purposefully
*** This episode is brought to you by Growblocks. Finding and fixing problems in your GTM shouldn't take weeks. It should happen instantly.
2024-02-2242 minSuper CreativeHoliday Spectacular with Mandy Myles / Bookety Book BooksWelcome to a special edition of Super Creative. In this episode, I'm thrilled to present our very first 'Holiday Spectacular'!This is an episode I've wanted to do for quite a while; a chance to share some of my recommendations, my quick-fire faves, and shows, books and podcasts I've been enjoying throughout the year. And rather than ramble on by myself for an hour, I've invited previous guest and friend of the pod, Mandy Myles from Bookety Book Books to join me. Mandy is the perfect person to recommend all of our holiday reading (of course), and...
2023-12-141h 16
Little Apple BitesPilot - Plate Full of LaughsJoin Catie and Becky from Eagle Radio and Little Apple Post as they explore the organizations and locally owned businesses in Manhattan. In this pilot episode Catie and Becky share about themselves and their connections to the Little Apple.
2023-09-0129 minSuper Creative(Re-Release) Frances Shoemack - Abel OdorHi, everyone. Just a really quick note from me before we launch into this episode. I have been on holiday and have come back a little sick and I'm running a little bit behind. So I decided to re-release an episode that isn't too out of date and that also could keep my little one episode a week algorithm going! So for those of you that haven't listened to this episode with Frances Shoemack from Abel, I know that you will love it. And for those of you that have already listened to this episode, I will be back ne...
2023-08-211h 19Super CreativeMimi Gilmour Buckley - Burger Burger, Mates Agency, IAMMIToday on the podcast I speak to the incredible Mimi Gilmour Buckley - entrepreneur, restauranteur, hospitality guru, creative director, and mother. Many of you will know her as co-founder of burger empire, Burger Burger, she's also the owner and creative director of brand and design agency Mates and more recently she's the entrepreneur behind a new skincare range and resilience-building app, IAMMI.Burger Burger opened in Ponsonby, Auckland in 2014 and is now in six locations around NZ. After spending many years overseeing the running of the restaurants, Mimi is now focusing on running Mates Agency and getting...
2023-03-172h 05
Unsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-C3. Common Nutritional Challenges and How to Support your Female Body with Madison Templeton, Holistic Women's NutritionistWelcome back to The Motherhood Dilemma!
In this episode, your co-hosted team, Catie and Andrea, welcome Madison Templeton onto the Podcast! Madison is a registered dietitian and integrative and functional nutrition certified practitioner. She is the owner of her private practice: Madison Templeton Nutrition, where she offers a combo of virtual and in-person services dedicated to optimizing women's health. In this episode, Madison discusses her expertise in the most common nutritional gaps and challenges she sees in her clients. So join your hosts, Catie and Andrea, as they pick Madison's brain on the many ways women can improve their health T...
2022-11-3046 minUnsaid with Catie Whiting, LCSW, PMH-C2. Understanding Mom-xiety with Catie Whiting, Perinatal Mental Health SpecialistWelcome back to The Motherhood Dilemma! In this episode, your co-hosted team, Catie and Andrea, dive into Anxiety during motherhood. Through personal stories and professional expertise, Perinatal Mental Health specialist Catie Whiting defines and explains “Mom-xiety”. This insight provides listeners with information to understand anxiety, how it uniquely affects mothers, how it manifests in their lives, and ways they can conquer it. So join your hosts, Catie and Andrea, as they provide a fresh perspective and tools to identify and "lean in" to Mom-xiety.
Tools to overcoming "Mom-xiety":
Rational vs Irrational
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2022-11-1540 minSuper CreativeKate Hall - Founder, Ethically KateToday on the podcast I speak to Kate Hall - sustainability inspirer, content creator and founder of online platform Ethically Kate and the creative genius behind her popular Instagram account of the same name. Kate is an educator, activist, blogger and now author who advocates for living and decision making that respects and protects people and the planet. Creating content for Ethically Kate and for brand partners, Kate aims to inspire her audience about living in a more sustainable way with tips and tricks to make it simple and tangible. She also speaks at schools, events and w...
2022-09-071h 04Super CreativeGrace Glass - Co-Founder, Natural Paint Co.Today on the podcast I speak to the lovely Grace Glass – co-founder of Natural Paint Co. - a kiwi owned and operated manufacturer of sustainable paints and wood oils. The company was created with an uncompromising promise; to make the world’s best paint that is healthier for people and the environment.After learning the pitfalls of the paint industry (which for over 70 years has favoured petrochemicals and toxic ingredients) Grace and her co-founder James both quit their careers at 22 to create a business that would challenge the paint industry.Working with leading paint chemists, Grac...
2022-07-271h 09Super CreativeKate Cullwick & Prue Watson - Foxtrot HomeToday on the podcast I speak to the truly delightful Prue Watson and Kate Cullwick – sisters and owners of Foxtrot Home, an online store supplying beautiful french flax linen and NZ wool bedware to homes throughout New Zealand and beyond. It all began when the sisters decided they wanted to start a business together - the vision was for them to be able to work from home and for themselves. They knew that whatever they did, it had to be online and they knew they wanted to source sustainable and ethically made goods – so they landed on linen...
2022-07-131h 39
NursePreneursTaking the Path to Visibility with Catie Harris A Journey to Visibility | Manifesting Your VisionsAre you ready to take your business, career, and entire life to the next level?
We all have moments when we receive a vision of what our heart truly desires, but sometimes, figuring out how to communicate it to the world or navigating external limitations can hold us back from fully manifesting that vision.
In this episode, join Catie Harris as she opens up about her own journey of vision manifestation, sharing how she elevated her visibility and took her life and career to new heights.
In this special podcast feature, Catie reflects on her personal experiences and reveals how...
2022-07-0744 minSuper CreativeKelly Müller - Founder, Kelly Müller Consulting (KMC)Today on the podcast I speak to marketing powerhouse Kelly Müller – owner of Kelly Müller Consulting. KMC is a modern marketing consultancy that elevates brands to the next stage of their business.For the past fifteen years, Kelly has been growing businesses, brands, and reputations through innovative and progressive strategic marketing initiatives with experience ranging from multi-national retailers through to smaller businesses and digital start-ups. I’ve been following Kelly’s work for a while as she works alongside some of my favourite and aesthetically pleasing brands. As a fellow marketer I was super kee...
2022-07-061h 24Super CreativeMorgan Maw - Founder, Boring Oat MilkToday on the podcast I’m speaking to Morgan Maw – founder and creative genius behind Boring Oat Milk. Boring is a New Zealand oat milk company making oat milk in New Zealand with New Zealand oats, in fact it’s the country’s first 100 percent New Zealand-made oat milk to be sold on supermarket shelves.It’s no secret that plant-based milks are having a moment, and oat milk is no exception. Since its launch in August 2021 (two days after Auckland was plunged into lockdown) the response has been incredible and brand is experiencing rapid growth. Boring is now sto...
2022-06-221h 33Super CreativeLiv Buchanan - The Little Op Shop & PhotographerToday on the podcast I speak to the awesome Liv Buchanan – owner of two epic small businesses, The Little Op Shop and Liv Buchanan Photography.After having her daughter, Liv was blown away by the amount of incredible secondhand kids clothing that was waiting to be loved again. She found shopping second-hand to be a great sustainable (and budget-friendly) option for clothing kids, so she decided to start 'The Little Op Shop' - carefully curated to be filled with fun, vintage and individual pieces that you won't find as you stroll through the mall. As wel...
2022-06-151h 19Super CreativeSam Michelle - ArtistToday on the podcast I speak to the delightful Sam Michelle – a New Zealand born artist who has lived in Melbourne Australia since 2001.Sam’s practice is based on still life, building compositions & stories using her ever growing collection of ceramics & textiles. As well as creating the most beautiful paintings, Sam enjoys growing her own flowers in ever expanding cottage garden. She then uses flowers in her work to tell her story by styling her compositions with personality & gesture.Sam’s work is just incredible, the level of detail, depth, colour and texture is just amazin...
2022-06-081h 13Super CreativeDanny Clayton - Founder, Salt GypsyToday on the podcast I speak to the amazing Danny Clayton – founder of Salt Gypsy. Drawn from a lifetime chasing long period swells, Salt Gypsy is a women’s surf lifestyle company celebrating female surf athleticism and style in the lineup. Salt Gypsy focus on developing stylish & long-lasting products for discerning women of the sea. Salt Gypsy is a global female surfer-owned company (which is unique in itself) that is truly committed to responsible and fair manufacturing while championing everyday oceanwomen to feel good and surf better. Salt Gypsy is a brand that stands very clearly apart from...
2022-06-011h 29Super CreativeOlivia Moon - Founder, Nodi RugsToday on the podcast I speak to the awesome Olivia Moon – founder & director of Nodi Rugs. Handmade woven floor rugs with a focus on natural and unique textures, Nodi creates a natural place of connection between people, their environment, and our planet. Olivia is seriously passionate about design, natural rugs and transforming people’s homes through by mindfully creating environments that are wellness focused. She is building a global business from New Zealand and is going from strength to strength. It’s easy to look at brands like Nodi that are aesthetically beautiful, have gorgeous branding and photogr...
2021-10-201h 16Super CreativeAnna Church - Artist / SculptographerToday on the podcast I speak to the brilliant Anna Church – Sculptographer and renowned NZ artist. In her own words - the Sculptography medium is Anna’s alternative to putting paint to canvas. Instead of paint, she builds, arranges and sculpts her visions to express her ideas. She then captures her creations through photography which results in the most beautiful, limited edition fine art prints. I have been obsessed with Anna’s work for years, I’ve always loved how each series she creates is so unique, clever and conceptual, every series tells a story and is part of it...
2021-09-071h 28Super CreativeShaye Woolford - Owner & Floral Stylist, On My HandToday on the podcast I’m speaking to the lovely Shaye Woolford, floral stylist and owner of On My Hand – a creative event studio specialising in floral design, planning, styling and coordination. On My Hand are experts in creating the most wonderful atmosphere at any event - intuitively designing to suit the space, couple, brand or occasion. In order to truly appreciate what Shaye does, you really have to see her work for yourself – she’s a styling magician who creates floral masterpieces that look beautiful and dramatic, but effortless. However, as well as the amazing creative element o...
2021-08-031h 16Super CreativeLavinia Ilolahia & Talia Soloa - Designers, LayplanToday on the podcast I speak to Lavinia Ilolahia and Talia Soloa – founders and designers of made-to-order womenswear label Layplan. They describe themselves as besties, business partners and brown girls on the journey of celebrating the nuance of the human form with garments that observe and celebrate loveliness and boldness. They’ve always designed for themselves first and by doing that, they design for real women with real bodies, real lives, and real stories. Layplan are coveted for their bold use of colour, sculptural silhouettes and interesting textures. Initially formed in 2013, the friends met while studying fashion at Ma...
2021-07-271h 05Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureADHD & Cooking: Part OneBy (shockingly frequent) popular request, here is our first episode about cooking! In this episode, Catie and Erik break down some of their feelings about the challenges (and delights) of cooking with ADHD. Erik shares more about his past as a chef, Catie has a podcast breakthrough, and then we talk a little bit about self-love and what the looks like in the kitchen. Also, we recorded the interstitials live on Twitch and they are hilariously bad this week, you're welcome.
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2021-07-221h 05Super CreativeGem Adams - Co-Owner & Editorial Stylist, Blackbird GoodsToday’s guest is the amazing Gem Adams – editorial stylist and co-owner of design store Blackbird Goods. Described as “thoughtful home and lifestyle wares to better your everyday” – Blackbird Goods was created not only as a store but as an idea, an ethos and way of life, where you will find hand-picked, ethically sourced treasures found around Aotearoa and abroad. Based in the Hawkes Bay and led by Gem and husband Nathan, you can find Blackbird Goods online and in two bricks and mortar stores – one in Ahuriri (Napier) and a recently opened sister store in Heretaunga (Hastings). For this in...
2021-07-201h 31Super CreativeSonya Williams - Co-Founder & Co-CEO, SharesiesToday’s guest is Sonya Williams - co-founder and co-CEO of Sharesies - an online investment platform that aims to make it easy for everyone to invest. Sharesies is a kiwi tech start up success story and Sonya is one of six co-founders who are on a mission to create a financially empowered generation - starting with making investing easy, by breaking down the current barriers that stand in the way of investing today. When the opportunity first came up to interview Sonya, I wasn't fully sure if it would be the right fit - a tech en...
2021-07-0658 minCatie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureSeason One FINALE: Meandering IntentionsIn this episode, Catie and Erik take a break from their cross-country road-trip breakdown (the car kind, not the brain kind) to ...attempt...to set some intentions for InfiniteQuest Season Two....what transpires is both proof that two people with ADHD should not spend ten hours in a truck and then make a podcast but also that ...y'know what? Maybe things are going to be okay, or, at least, the start of something new.
CW: Catie and Erik talk briefly about depictions of mental illness and systemic racism on shows like Law & Order, mentions of violence/sexual...
2021-07-0155 minSuper CreativeZoe Salmen - Co-Founder & Managing Director, Little & LovedOn today’s episode I’m talking to the cleverly creative Zoe Salmen –Co-Founder and Managing Director of online retailer, Little & Loved. Established in 2013, Little & Loved stock a beautifully curated range with some of the most loved baby and children’s brands. In terms of online stores – I believe that Little & Loved are a really great example of a business that combines a beautiful aesthetic with a well thought range of products, creative and innovate marketing and excellent customer service. Zoe and her partner Ben have created a business that has grown slowly and steadily, supporting their lifestyle and passion for...
2021-06-231h 11Super CreativeCarmel Van Der Hoeven - ArtistToday on the podcast I am speaking to wonderfully creative Carmel Van Der Hoeven. As a self taught, multidisciplinary artist Carmel is an all-round creative that uses painting, ceramics and illustration to explore her creative ideas resulting in a diverse range of work. Carmel’s work mainly features observations taken from her surroundings that resonate with her. Her current (amazing) floral series uses the simple act of marking canvas with painted brush strokes, her stunning use of colour captures you and draws you in. Her work is simply breathtaking. Over the past few years Carmel has grown a...
2021-06-151h 19Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureYou Do Not Have To Be GoodIn this episode, Catie talks about the poem "Wild Geese" by Mary Oliver and self-acceptance. This speech was originally given by Catie as part of a speaking engagement she did earlier this month, and after running it live on Twitch, a whole lot of you asked for a clean audio copy to listen and share, so here you go.
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2021-06-1516 minCatie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureADHD Is Real, Next QuestionIn this episode, Catie and Erik discuss the ongoing and weirdly pervasive conspiracy theory-esque suggestion that ADHD isn't real. (Spoilers, it is). However, we wanted our podcast to be more than 30 seconds long, so we spend some time talking about some of the more common misconceptions and questions we get asked about ADHD, and also Catie has, ironically, one of the worst ADHD meltdown days she's ever had while trying to record, so things get kind of weird.
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2021-06-101h 08Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureTuesday Body Doubling but also Casino Heists and CryingWelcome to Conceptual Episode Tuesdays where Erik and Catie body double and talk about....honestly this one is kind of hard to track, we started somewhere around The Shawshank Redemption and somehow end up with Erik making Catie cry about making happy memories in his new apartment and Erik sings from the Sound of Music. Can you tell it's been a long week? Bonus Episode babyyyyyyyy.
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2021-06-0955 minSuper CreativeElla Drake - Founder & Designer, Monarc JewelleryIn today’s episode I am speaking to the very creative Ella Drake – founder and creative director of Monarc Jewellery. Beautifully created by master goldsmiths, luxurious and practical enough to be worn every day. Monarc Jewellery has an emphasis on craftsmanship, premium materials and bespoke service. Its objective is to create modern, timeless jewellery to be worn now and passed onto future generations. With products that have been produced using sustainable practices and collaborations with suppliers who share the same view on ethics and the environment, Monarc Jewellery is designed to stand the test of time. Ella is m...
2021-06-081h 22Super CreativeEmma Hayes - Founder & Designer, Emma Hayes TextilesToday on the podcast I speak to the wonderfully creative Emma Hayes - the owner and creative director of Emma Hayes Textiles – a NZ design company with a vision to create beautiful textiles for beautiful spaces. The company produces wallcoverings, fabrics and accessories for commercial and residential interiors. Emma’s brand has an original, distinctive, and beautiful design aesthetic – designs are a combination of artistic techniques with digital processes. I’ve known about this beautiful brand for a while now, seeing it regularly on the pages of my favourite interior magazines as well as more recently on Instagram. Afte...
2021-06-011h 05Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureVideo Games & ADHDIn this week's episode, Catie and Erik *meanderingly* discuss our ADHD histories with video games and what they mean-- and don't mean-- to us. Catie comes clean about her new love of Minecraft, and Erik tells an IMPOSSIBLY endearing story. We also have some BIG NEWS to share at the beginning of the episode, so check it out.
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2021-05-271h 06Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureTuba Lessons and VacationIn this episode, Catie and Erik sit down to talk about their vacation and what it did... and didn't accomplish for them. Catie gets very, very honest about some of the stuff she's been dealing with (and is already feeling very awkward about this episode. Thanks, RSD). We talk about being tiktokers, about personal and professional expectations and we touch on what it's like to never, ever, ever be less than slightly bored.
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2021-05-131h 03Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureCatie's History - Part 1Be honest. Are any of y'all ever reading these episode descriptions? The secret password is SparkleButt. Email us at infinitequestpodcast@gmail.com and tell us the secret password from this episode description and Catie will write your name in a song this Thursday. Find us on TikTok and Instagram at: @catieosaurus @heygude Media/Business Email: infinitequestpodcast@gmail.com Find all of our links and cool stuff at: www.infinitequestpodcast.com
2021-04-271h 09Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureFan Girl Friday with historian Ruth GoodmanWelcome to a new Infinite Quest feature called Fan Girl Friday, where we fangirl over folks we think you should know. This week, Catie and Erik sit down with historian, author, researcher and Knower Of Things Ruth Goodman, who, we cannot stress this enough, is just The Coolest. We talk about the history of doing the washing up, learned cultural differences, time travel and Catie finally settles a years-long debate over her favorite and least favorite Victorian cookbook authors because of COURSE she does.
Ruth Goodman's new book is called "The Domestic Revolution: How the Introduction of...
2021-04-091h 01Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureExecutive Dysfunction Breakdown/through**Warning** This episode is a particularly vulnerable one and we get into some pretty intense discussions about the struggles and frustrations of living with executive dysfunction and ADHD. In particular, Erik and Catie both talk about the pitfalls and frustrations of the ideas behind "fixing it", and they share their raw, honest in-the-moment emotions about the lack of accuracy and specificity in research and education surrounding executive dysfunction.
Important Announcement: The first episode of our new InfiniteQuest web series "Catie and Erik Do Stuff" is now up! Check it out at www.youtube.com/infinitequest
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2021-04-0851 minSuper CreativeAlex Fulton - Creative Director, Alex Fulton DesignToday's podcast guest is the creative colour-guru Alex Fulton. If you have been a fan of interiors in New Zealand at all over the past 10-15 years, you have most probably heard of Alex. She’s the Creative Director of Alex Fulton Interior Design, owner of AFD Store and has recently opened AFD Workshop in Christchurch. Alex is a true multi-disciplinarian; she’s been involved in all manner of creative endeavours, she’s a magazine favourite and responsible for some of NZ’s most colourful and iconic interiors. Alex is often described as a ‘queen of colour’ but what I b...
2021-04-071h 21Super CreativeHeather Hale - Personal StylistToday's podcast guest is my creative and thoughtful friend Heather Hale. Working as a personal stylist for over ten years Heather works with predominantly women (and sometimes men) to help them discover and implement their own style that supports who they are - both inside and out. As well as this Heather speaks on finding your personal style and fashion trends at various events and also works in the advertising industry as a wardrobe stylist for television commercials. As I mention during our chat - the reason that I wanted to speak to Heather is that I lo...
2021-03-301h 15Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureADHD & School Part One- Our BackstoriesIn this episode, Catie and Erik talk about life in school with ADHD, particularly Catie's experience of being amazing at school while struggling in so many other areas. We talk about being a "gifted kid" and the pitfalls and dangers of that academic label and also Erik makes Catie cry. Erik talks about the resentment and anger of NOT having a "gifted" label, and we set the stage for our upcoming series about surviving (and thriving) with ADHD in an academic environment.
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2021-03-251h 17Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureTalking Compassion with Non-binary Advocate, Activist and Author Jeffrey MarshIn this episode, Catie sits down with one of her personal heroes, Jeffrey Marsh. They talk compassion, kindness, self-acceptance with Catie, and we cannot stress this enough, she has absolutely zero chill the entire time. Jeffrey talks about their journey to self-acceptance, their TED talk, becoming the first non-binary author to be offered a major publishing deal- and they even drop some SUPER EXCITING and secret news with us at the end of the episode!
You can learn more about Jeffrey and their incredible work at the following links:
JeffreyMarsh.com
TikTok | Twitter | Insta |
@th...
2021-03-1844 minSuper CreativeAnna Ross - Founder, Kester BlackIn today’s episode I’m talking to the awesome Anna Ross – founder of Kester Black - Australasia’s most ethical beauty brand, making nail polish that’s kind on you and kind on the planet. Plenty of beauty brands claim to be ethical. But at Kester Black, sustainability and social justice aren’t just glossy marketing buzzwords. Anna is on a mission to redefine the industry standard – not only creating products that are vegan, sustainable, cruelty free and carbon neutral but by constantly striving to challenge the norm and initiate a new code of ethics for cosmetics that other brands c...
2021-03-161h 46Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureTalking ADHD w/ Em Schulz of "And That's Why We Drink"On this episode, Erik and Catie welcome podcaster extraordinaire and generally all-around excellent human being Em Schulz, co-host of hit true crime and paranormal podcast "And That's Why We Drink". They speak with us about their experience of learning about ADHD, their diagnosis and their journey from clown college through Marvel movie prop making...honestly, maybe just listen to this episode because it's just...**chef's kiss**.
Check out Em's podcast and learn more about their fabulous work here: And That's Why We Drink
The usual stuff:
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2021-03-0456 minSuper CreativeJulia Atkinson-Dunn - Writer/Designer/Artist, Studio HomeIn today’s episode I’m talking to the wonderful Julia Atkinson-Dunn – creator of Studio Home and most recently, author of gardening book Petal Power. It’s actually very hard to articulate who Julia is and what she does in one short sentence. As you will hear in this podcast she’s a self-described writer, designer and artist under the umbrella of Studio Home but I would describe Julia as much more than that – she’s an ideas-maker, collaborator, supporter, curator and champion of local artists and creators. Starting as New Zealand’s first design blog in 2008, Studio Home spent its first...
2021-03-021h 16Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureADHD and Kink - Part One**WARNING! This episode contains frank discussion about sex and kink, so if that's not your bag, maybe skip this one**.
In this episode Erik and Catie sit down to start an open and honest discussion about kink, neurodiversity and ADHD. We discuss the pros and cons of being a neurodiverse entity within the kink community, discuss some of the most common forms of sexual disfunction in folx with ADHD and, most importantly, we open up about our own relationship(s) and how we've come into our own identities as kinksters, partners and friends.
As a...
2021-02-251h 11Super CreativeYeshe Dawa - Owner & Creator, The Midnight BakerIn today’s episode I’m talking to the awesome Yeshe Dawa – owner and creator of The Midnight Baker. Yeshe is the creator of the Freedom Loaf, a gluten, dairy, refined sugar and yeastfree bread, which is sold at cafes, restaurants and retailers across the country. Along with her team, Yeshe makes the Freedom loaf and a few other goodies at her commercial kitchen on Dominion Road in Auckland. The idea for the Midnight Baker came from a love of baking treats late at night. Yeshe’s aim is provide healthy and delicious food, to engage in the wider conversa...
2021-02-231h 06Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureMore Questions, More AnswersIn this episode, we take more questions from Catie's ever-growing list of Tiktok Q&A options. We discuss keeping your doors locked, how to tell a friend you think they might have ADHD (consensus:...maybe don't? Or do? We're still sort of torn) and offer a few pieces of advice and suggestions for ADHD brains.
The Announcement Stuff:
As a reminder, we have an Infinite Quest Patreon available! Sign up to get insider information, exclusive content and behind the scenes stuff. We just dropped some new cool content that patrons get exclusive access to, so check i...
2021-02-181h 04Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureAccidentally About SystemsIn this episode, Erik and Catie sit down to do a Q&A and immediately get distracted and record an entire podcast about an entirely different subject because that's about as on-brand as it gets. We discuss systems and strategies for keeping your life (moderately) together, and get weirdly in depth about post it notes. The Announcement Stuff: As a reminder, we have an Infinite Quest Patreon available! Sign up to get insider information, exclusive content and behind the scenes stuff. We just dropped some new cool content that patrons get exclusive access to, so check it out! Check it o...
2021-02-1155 minSuper CreativeAlex Walls - Founder & General Manager, A&C HomestoreIn today’s episode I’m talking to the wonderful Alex Walls – owner and general manager of A&C Homestore. For many of us, Alex first came to our attention when she appeared on The Block NZ in 2014 with her husband Corban. For avid watchers you will remember that Alex and Corban won that year while they completely nailed the show from a design perspective and were super generous when they won, giving away a portion of their winnings to one of the other teams who didn’t have a great result. When The Block finished Alex and Corb...
2021-02-101h 09Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureAn Honest Discussion: Depression and ADHDWarning: This episode features an exceptionally candid discussion about depression and, to some extent, suicide. Catie also cries which tends to freak people out, but here we are. Erik and Catie open up about their own experiences in dealing with depression. We talk a little about the rates of ADHD and depression and offer some [maybe] slightly helpful solutions on how to support your partners or friends who might be dealing with depression. Mostly, though this is an episode about getting stuff off of our chest, because it's been a hard week.
If you are in crisis...
2021-02-041h 00Super CreativeBeks Anderson - Founder & Creative Director, Chaos & HarmonyI’m kicking off 2021 with one of the big guns – the super creative Beks Anderson – founder and creative director of Chaos & Harmony. Over 12 years ago Beks and her husband sold everything they owned, including their house, and moved to Italy so Beks could learn to design shoes in Rome. A year later they returned to Mount Maunganui and created Chaos & Harmony - a market-leading and iconic New Zealand boutique shoe brand. The story behind Bek’s business journey is awesome – it’s a story of taking risks and being brave, having vision and creativity but also growth, change, strategy and directio...
2021-02-021h 00Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureAnother Q&A EpisodeIn this episode, we take a few more excellent questions from our audience and get weirdly invested in Catie's alarm sound.
CW/TW: This episode contains discussions of self-harm. Erik and Catie open up about their struggles with keeping and maintaining friendship, the struggle of diagnosis, keeping jobs, and more.
The Announcement Stuff:
As a reminder, we have an Infinite Quest Patreon available! Sign up to get insider information, exclusive content and behind the scenes stuff. We just dropped some new cool content that patrons get exclusive access to, so check it out!
We are expanding our monthly goal to 60 patrons by...
2021-01-281h 03Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureLet's Talk About SexIn this episode, by an overwhelming amount of requests, Catie and Erik start talking really openly and honestly about sex and the struggles that many people with ADHD face in the bedroom. (If we didn't get to the topic you wanted to hear us talk about, don't worry-- we'll be visiting this topic A LOT in the future). The Announcement Stuff: As a reminder, we have an Infinite Quest Patreon available! Sign up to get insider information, exclusive content and behind the scenes stuff. We just dropped some new cool content that patrons get exclusive access to, so check i...
2021-01-2158 minCatie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureHygiene and ADHDBy popular demand, we're here to talk about how often we shower. In this episode, Catie and Erik get Very Honest about the frequent struggles and frustrations of caring for oneself when your brain just doesn't want to cooperate. It's a real thing that a LOT of people with ADHD struggle with, and we're here to low-key assure you that not only are you not alone, but also that this is something that we both struggle with-- every day.
The Announcement Stuff:
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2021-01-1452 minCatie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureADHD Relationships and Spicy Baby Octopus Salad w/ AlosaurolophusIn this episode, Catie and Erik sit down to talk more about ADHD relationships and partnerships and the pitfalls and frustrations therein. Later, we're joined by Tiktoker, longtime knower of Catie in real life and professional therapist Alex Hogg, AKA Alosaurolophus. We talk relationships, tigers, sushi, therapy and more and discover just how ridiculous of an idea it was to bring three outspoken ADHD-havers into a conversation together. It gets weird, y'all.
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2020-12-311h 17
Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureA Very Merry Special Holiday Turkey Spectacular-sodeIn this episode, Catie finally gets the opportunity to vindicate over three days of useless academic research while Erik desperately tries to follow what the hell she's talking about. We talk about Christmas, Charles Dickens, a WEIRD amount about the size of the average Dickensian street urchin and, ultimately, Catie gets to share one of her FAVORITE useless pieces of knowledge. Plus, an extra special thank you and the neighbor's car radio.
To see the sources/materials Catie used to put this research together, visit the Extras Page at InfiniteQuestPodcast.com/Extras.
As a reminder...
2020-12-241h 13Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureEpisode 12 - A Very Vulnerable EpisodeIn this episode, Catie and Erik talk candidly and openly about their struggles with mental health this week (and life, in general). Catie has a Real Rough Time remembering stuff and we discuss the frustrations and failings of ADHD, the realities of living with depression, and also we get waffles.
As a reminder, we have an Infinite Quest Patreon available! Sign up to get insider information, exclusive content and behind the scenes stuff. Next week we’ll be dropping our patron exclusive christmas album and trust me when I say it’s probably going to win at least...
2020-12-2051 minSuper CreativeTasha Meys - Content Creator & Digital Marketer, Tastefully TashIn this episode I speak to the bubbly and happy Tasha Meys aka @tastefullytash – content creator, digital marketer and podcast host. It’s really hard to define what Tasha does with a single job title, basically she is a master of….Instagram – and she’s made a career out of it. As a content creator and photographer (@tastefully_studios) she works with brands to create ‘thumb-stopping’ imagery for their products and she works with brands in the ‘influencer’ space – helping businesses promote and market their products to around 60k of her insta-followers. As well as all that, Tasha hosts the popular @acetheg...
2020-12-151h 01
Both Sides Book ClubEpisode 19 - "Christmas Special" by Debbie & CatieWelcome to episode 19 The Christmas Special by Debbie and Catie. In this episode, we wrap up BSBC2020 and thank you all for joining us to create an amazing book community. We also discuss our Summer Reading Guide, a collection of books we think you will love to read over the holiday season.
BSBC Summer Reading Guide:
- Ghosts by Dolly Alderton
- The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
- The long shadow by Anne Buist
- The good sister by Sally Hepworth
- The night letters...
2020-12-0927 minSuper CreativeMandy Myles - Owner, Bookety Book BooksEPISODE 09: Mandy Myles - Today on the podcast I'm speaking to the lovely Mandy Myles - owner of Bookety Book Books, a locally-owned online indie bookshop. Described as THE book club of book clubs, a sanctuary for the book-obsessed, Mandy curates a selection of books to challenge and inspire, to move and to shake. Her books are chosen from a wide and wonderfully diverse range authors from home or abroad. So, this episode is a little different to my previous interviews as Bookety Book Books only launched in August this year and Mandy is in the 'start up' phase...
2020-12-0856 minSuper CreativeRoanne Jacobson - Founder & Designer, SabenToday on the podcast I talk to the supremely creative, Roanne Jacobson – founder and designer of Saben. Since creating the business nearly twenty years ago, Roanne has built Saben to become one of New Zealand’s most-loved brands with beautiful leather handbags and accessories inspired by the women who wear them. As an artist, wife, mother, businesswoman and designer Roanne is known for her individual sense of style and original interpretation of trends. I was so excited when Roanne agreed to come on the podcast, I knew she would have an awesome business story and I wasn’t wrong.
2020-12-0151 minCatie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD AdventureA Thanksgiving Wish from Infinite QuestThis week we take a short break from our regularly scheduled programming to celebrate Thanksgiving and express our gratitude for your support, kindness and the community that we've built.
Blumkin and Helvetica stop by for a quick hello and Erik and Catie do some stuff, too, but honestly who cares about them at this point, we all know this is the Blumkin show now.
We also announce that Erik is officially moving to Atlanta-- and we're hoping to put our Patreon funds towards making things a little easier, so if you're interested in supporting us...
2020-11-2610 minSuper CreativeTina Allen - Co-Founder & Designer, NyneToday on the podcast I talk to my ultra-stylish and clever friend, Tina Allen. Along with her two business partners, Tina is the co-founder of women’s fashion label Nyne. For the past sixteen years, have been creating clothing for women that is understated and effortless, modern, refined and uncomplicated. Nyne is exclusively manufactured in New Zealand and are proud to have been supporting local since 2004. To me, Nyne is almost an ‘unsung hero’ of NZ fashion and my talk with Tina was SO interesting. This episode is bursting with many year’s worth of business insights and I think is...
2020-11-171h 14Super CreativeAnnique Heesen - Interior Architect, Gezellig InteriorsToday’s guest is the very talented Annique Heesen from Gezellig Interiors. As an interior architect, designer and stylist Annique’s mandate is to create spaces for people - homes that not only tell a story but enhance the everyday life of the people using the space. For those of us that love looking at interior inspo in magazines and social media, it’s more than likely that you are familiar with Annique’s work – her interiors are timeless and textural, rich with depth and soul. I’ve lost count of the times that people have referenced Annique when telling me a...
2020-11-1059 minSuper CreativeHannah Souter - Graphic Designer, Hannah Design StudioToday on the podcast I talk to my extremely talented friend, Hannah Souter, a graphic designer who works for herself as ‘Hannah Design Studio’. Over the past 11 years, Hannah has built up an impressive client list of passionate brands across fashion, hospitality, retail and consumer goods. When you look at Hannah’s portfolio it is, quite simply - beautiful, thoughtful and considered, it’s the ultimate collection of ‘pinnable’ and ‘instagrammable’ design. As a graphic designer myself, I was keen to talk to Hannah about her career to date and how she has managed to establish herself as a designer tha...
2020-11-0349 minSuper CreativeDani Cubis - Owner & Creator, Spongedrop CakeryToday’s podcast guest is my lovely friend, Dani Cubis. Dani is the owner of Spongedrop Cakery – a much-loved boutique cake and cupcake store located in the heart of Mount Maunganui, here in the Bay of Plenty. In this episode you’ll hear how Dani started Spongedrop over 8 years ago after spending her early career in the advertising & PR industry. I love how Dani turned a personal passion for baking into a thriving business that is well loved in its local community. I hope you will find Dani’s story as inspiring as I do.Please make sure you...
2020-10-201h 05Super CreativeAmber Armitage - Art Director & StylistMy second podcast guest is my creative and inspiring friend, Amber Armitage. As an Art Director and Stylist, Amber is a master in visual storytelling, she works with editorial and commercial clients, predominantly in interiors - from large brand campaigns through to smaller scale projects with some of New Zealand’s favourite magazines and brands. Amber's unique aesthetic is driven by a love for rich textures, beautiful colours and she is an expert at turning an initial concept into an inspiring space. Amber is one of my many friends who inspired the inception of this podcast – not only because of t...
2020-10-1352 minSuper CreativeToni Brandso - Interior Architect & Co-Founder, Material CreativeMy first guest is my clever and creative friend, Toni Brandso - interior architect and co-founder of Material Creative. Over the past 11 years, Toni and her business partner Liv Patience have built an award-winning interior design studio focused on creating unexpected design and spaces that bring people together and design attention. You only have to look up Material Creative online to find interiors that are beautiful, clever, bold, quirky and that truly have the ‘wow’ factor. To me, Toni is the epitome of ‘super creative’ and I’m so pleased to share her creative business journey for episode one. I hope you...
2020-10-0641 minSuper CreativePreview - Super CreativeHi everyone, I’m Catie Dawson and welcome to Super Creative – a podcast that delivers candid conversations with inspiring women who are thriving in business. This is a behind-the-scenes look at the clever women who make a living being creative, and how they do it.For more info you can visit supercreativepodcast.com or find us at @supercreativepodcast on Instagram and Facebook. For more podcast information visit supercreativepodcast.com Hosted by Catie DawsonBought to you by Somewhere CreativeFind us on Instagram - @supercreativepodcast Hosted on Acast. See a...
2020-09-1601 min
Millennial Money HoneyMeet Catie • Millennial Money HoneyHey, I'm Catie and I'm so excited to have you here. I wanted to share with you the story behind Millennial Money Honey, how I got into personal finance, and what this show is all about. Follow along on my journey to financial independence and early retirement (FIRE 🔥).--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/millennialmoneyhoney/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/millennialmoneyhoney/support
2020-08-2901 min
Here's My Movie007: Fuck, Marry, Kill - The James Bond EditionCatie and Nate are back with episode double-oh-seven, and what better excuse is there for critiquing some James Bond films, eh?
We're putting Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace in the pressure cooker this time around, so strap yourself in while we overthink everything and both want to marry Daniel Craig.
PS: For some reason, Catie's sound is a bit rekt; apparently some idiot stood on the cable connector. Apologies, we'll sort it out for the next episode.
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2018-12-1909 min
following the funks podcastEpisode 045: When you refuse to have family meetingsWelcome back to the FunkTravels Podcast!
Episode045 is a review of 2017. We chat about the best, worst, and unexpected things that happened to us this last year. There is also mention of future 2018 goals towards the end.
If you stick around after we wrap up of this episode you are in for a treat. The last few minutes gives you a little bit of insight into our continued Turkish via a surprise visit from a friend! While we still have a long ways to go, we are thankful we can at least chat with friends...
2018-01-2200 min
following the funks podcastEpisode040: When you find some flow for your workEpisode 40 y’all! When we started this podcast in January of 2016, we weren’t so sure that it would still be going. But almost 2 years later and 1 summer break, we love that we have a record of our travels and international move from the U.S.A. to Turkey! We hope you will dip into the archives to listen to our past lessons learned!
In Episode040, we continuing sharing about things we are learning and loving in our expat life. This last month was filled with work and language learning. Catie shares some tools that are helping her...
2017-10-3000 min
following the funks podcastEpisode037: When your podcast becomes a therapy sessionWelcome back! September means (somewhat) cooler weather AND Jason’s birthday. We celebrated in 2 ways… 1. Submitting all of our paper work for our visa renewals! We are hopping to get a 2 year visa. 2. We enjoyed the last days of summer, sun, beach, and the sea on a boat tour with friends! We talk about both on the podcast.
Also, we celebrate our ‘official’ 1 year in Turkey! Jason and Catie reveal to each other their top 3 things they learned this last year. The conversation was a tough one as we talk about stresses of moving abroad and what that looks...
2017-09-1800 min
following the funks podcastEpisode033: When you love Turkish food a little too muchHello! One of our favorite parts about Turkey is the food! So in episode033, we discuss each of our top 10 list of foods we love in Turkey! We were surprised to see what each other did or did not have on their list! Also, at the beginning of this episode we talk about the local Urla Artichoke Festival and visiting another little town called Alaçatı.
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Enjoy and have a great Monday!
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Urla Artichoke/Enginar Festival
Alaçatı Mosque
Our Fo...
2017-05-0800 min
following the funks podcastEpisode019: When you have a love/hate relationship with your new homeDon’t we all have a love/hate relationships with our home!?! A month in to living in Izmir, we have found ourselves in our new apartment… not without some on-going glitches which we cover in this episode.
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You will hear 3 things we are loving about our apartment and 3 things we aren’t. We also tell you how we are buying home goods(new, second hand, off the street???) and a couple fun items coming our way. Let’s just say that Catie is a little picky(said by Cat...
2016-10-2400 min
following the funks podcastEpisode018: When you pretend to be on International House HuntersTwo weeks in IZMIR! And a LOT has happened. Transitioning into Izmir means some fun stories about apartment hunting and mini adventures in purchasing appliances… Jason teases Catie for what he assumes is her attempt at being on HGTV’s International House Hunters. (Spoiler: We weren’t. Yes, we actually did check their website to see if they were accepting applications.) For some sneak peeks of our new rental apartment, head over to Instagram or our Facebook Page.
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2016-10-0300 min
following the funks podcastEpisode006: When your husband decides to sleep in on vacationHooray for recent travels. In March, we went to Washington D.C. We combined our anniversary trip with Catie’s work conference. In this episode, you will hear about a few life updates like Catie’s weekend at the ONE Conference, celebrating our 2nd anniversary, and our recent awesome purchase of the Instant Pot. But most of the time we will be chatting about our favorite sites in the District – our likes, our fights, good food, and some things we did new this time… *Scroll to the bottom of the page to see a photo gallery.
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2016-04-1159 min
following the funks podcastEpisode005: When you go to Dubai at the hottest time of the yearWhile Catie has been to Dubai a few times before, last summer was our first time to go together. We went foremost for Catie’s work, but also got the chance to visit our good friends who just happen to live there! Jason talks (in depth) about the tallest building in the world. We also chat about some things we(mostly Catie) wished we could have done. Biggest reason we didn’t? It was just so darn hot. Desert + Summer = HEAT. Fortunately for us, modern day desert visits means air conditioning everywhere – including the metro. We were super thankful, but mos...
2016-03-2844 min
following the funks podcastEpisode004: When you don’t have a credit card for your car rental
In this episode, we talk about our busy week in Italy. This was the first part of a three part trip we took last summer. Our time in Italy consisted of lot of hoping around and Catie had a full work itinerary while she was there. Regardless, we did get a few moments to enjoy a few sites together – our favorite being the overlook of Florence. (Yes, it was worth the 1,436,271 steps to get up there.) We do have to apologize for some lapse in details! We have slept a few times since then and if you listen...
2016-03-1452 min
following the funks podcastEpisode002: When you spend to much on dinner in San FranciscoEpisode 002 is here and makes this feel more real! As we are still in the midst of a normal work-filled (somewhat mundane) February, we decided it would be way cooler to talk through our 2015 travels over the next few episodes. We will still chat about some life updates as well at the beginning… which sometimes gets us off track, but that’s okay. Our goal this week was to start off with our travels to San Francisco and Boston. But we surprised ourselves by only making it through one of the two cities… So in keeping with our promise to kee...
2016-02-1543 min