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The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauDinner With Intention: The RecapHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast!! In today's episode I recap the first ever Dinner With Intention which took place on January 25th at The Diner in Washington, DC. Shoutout The Diner staff and management and Katie and Taylor and our wonderful brand sponsors! This would not have been possible without them and without every single one of YOU who bought tickets or showed support in other ways. This is my reflection on the entire event from ideation to clean up. Already looking forward to the next one. Peace and love,
2026-02-251h 10
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauPost-Grad Pivot: D1 Athlete to Creative Pursuits with Katie CheckoskyWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast. I am your host, Hannah Folau, and in today's episode I am joined my a dear friend, fellow former student-athlete, small business owner, and oldest sister. Consider Katie Checkosky our designated older sister and this episode a little bit of everything we need to hear. From D1 athletics during a global pandemic to creating her own LLC, Katie has quality advice to dish out. Listen now and check her out! Follow her on InstagramFollow her on TikTokCheck out her website
2026-01-261h 29
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah Folau2025 Reflections, 2026 IntentionsHello and welcome to the FINAL episode of 2025! In true Hannah fashion, I reflect on the past year and share my intentions for the new year! 2025 was chaotic to say the least. I faced a lot of low lows, but also a lot of high highs. With challenges comes redirection. And while that can be terrifying, I am so thankful to be redirected towards things, places, people, opportunities that serve me. 2026 is the year of the horse and as a formal horse girl I am pumped. 2026 is all about moving with confidence, authenticity, and a...
2025-12-3153 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauThe Pre-Game for a Quarter- Life CrisisHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and I am so thankful you chose to listen to this episode and support this podcast. It is T-1 month until my frontal lobe develops, at least I am hoping it does. Mentally I am feeling like my iPhone (brain) is going through a software update, I can't use my phone momentarily, and I have no idea what new features this update includes and whether I will even like them. It is the prequel to my quarter life crisis! Things...
2025-12-1438 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauThe Unemployed DiariesWelcome back or to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and from the bottom of my heart thank you for clicking on today's episode. Todays episode is definitely a vulnerable one and required me to swallow my pride.Truth is, I have been applying to jobs since May. Tomorrow is the first of December. But, I know that I am not alone in navigating the tumultuous job market + an industry that has been shattered by the current administration. Today is not about providing answers or advice, rather the goal of this...
2025-11-3044 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauTanzania to the Ted Talk StageHello and welcome to/back the With Intention Podcast!! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and I am so glad you have chosen to listen to this episode. In today's episode I give a long over do life update. I returned to the US from 3+ months in Tanzania in September and then gave a Tedx Talk at Clemson University. So much to share with you! Please share this episode with a friend, as I am always looking to build our With Intention community. I hope you feel like we are on Facetime during this episode. Peace and...
2025-11-161h 01
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauIf Jane Austen Had a Tik Tok with Lauren LisauskasIn today's episode I am joined by my hilariously talented friend and former Georgetown lacrosse teammate, Lauren Lisauskas. To many she is known as Lauren. But, to the Georgetown Women's and Men's Lacrosse teams, she is Sauce. In this episode Lauren shares her experience in deciding to write a book, what that process looks like, how one goes about getting published, and how to market your product without comprising yourself. The name of this episode was inspired by an off the record conversation we had about how to navigate marketing yourself and your brand in a world...
2025-08-171h 13
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauOut of Office x With Intention Podcast CollabHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast. In today's episode I am joined by fellow podcasters Marlee and Crissy! They are co-hosts of the Out of Office Podcast, a place for raw and unfiltered conversations (that you probably wouldn't have in an office). They are truly two badass women with high aspirations. We talk about being a creative, being your own boss, the numbers game that is social media, how the algorithm has made us less creative, and ways to avoid burnout. I really enjoyed how genuine and authentic this conversation was. I truly feel like I...
2025-07-301h 17
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauMedia Literacy and Artificial Intimacy with Kendall Bryant and Kate BarrancoHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! Today I am joined by two brilliant minds and dear friends, Kendall Bryant and Kate Barranco. These two have just published a profound article titled media literacy and the future of youth online . In today's episode we discuss media literacy, digital citizenship, artificial intimacy, and the healing and harming of social media. I am honored to be in conversation with such brilliant minds asking the questions and seeking answers to complex ideas that do not a one size fits all answer. Enjoy today's episode and check out their...
2025-07-271h 33
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauHuman Design and Conscious Manifestation with Sagari RaoWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast! In today's episode I am joined by a dear friend and fellow yogi, Sagari Rao. Sagari and I immediately clicked when we met. Her passion for intellectual discussions is what drew me in and is what I think will draw you into today's episode. Sagari discusses how she found human design and how conscious manifestation has helped her to realize she has all the tools within her to call in what she wants. Human design is concerned with the idea of understanding our energy and personality to live the life...
2025-07-161h 15
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauThe Subtle Rebel x The With Intention PodcastWelcome back/to The With Intention Podcast! Today I have a special collaboration for you with my dear mentor and friend, Carley Kendall. Carley recently launched her brand, Subtle Rebel, so consider this our first of many Subtle Rebel x The With Intention Podcast collabs. Subtle Rebel is a brand that allows two things to be true at the same time. You can be a leader, but be quiet. You can be kind, but stand up for yourself. You can be strong, but you can be vulnerable. In a world where everyone is trying t...
2025-07-061h 09
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauJobless, Single, and Suddenly a Yoga TeacherYou have ChatGPT to thank for this podcast episode title LOL. Anywayssss... welcome to or welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host Hannah Folau, and by the title you have probably gathered that I have had quite a few life changes over the past few months. I had to ask ChatGPT for help with this title because so much and such variety is discussed in this solo episode. I share how everything went downhill starting January 20th (no irony intended). I had to breakup with my therapist, was put on administrative leave because...
2025-06-111h 07
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauGlobal Mental Health with Dr. Shabab WahidWarning: this episode does talk about mental health. Please listen at your own discretion and always prioritize your own mental health before choosing to listen to this episode. Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast!!!! If this is your first time, listening WELCOME! I am your host Hannah Folau and I am absolutely thrilled you pressed play on this episode. Subscribe to this podcast or follow me on IG @thewithintentionpod for all the latest updates and posts:) After too long of a hiatus *but necessary for professional and personal reasons* I am back...
2025-04-231h 04
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauS2E1: 23 things I learned in my 23rd year of lifeHello and welcome to SEASON 2 of The With Intention Podcast!!!!! 1 year later and I am overwhelmed by the joy, love, authenticity and support of this community. Thank you for those who have listened over the last year and welcome to those who are joining us!
In today's episode I reflect on 23 things I learned in my 23rd year of life. With the new year, turning 24, and 1 year of my podcast I am looking forward to all that is to come. This podcast and community mean everything to me. It has and continues to fill my cup in...
2025-01-2056 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauS1E21: 2024 Reflections, 2025 IntentionsHello and welcome to the season 1 finale of The With Intention Podcast. Today I am flying solo as I reflect on 2024 and set my intentions for 2025. I recall some major highlights of this past year as well as things that didn't resonate or align with me. I go on to share my personal, social, and career/podcast intentions for 2025. In 2024 I felt more sure of myself and more of a sense of community than ever. I also felt the least anxious (major accomplishment). This podcast is my baby and this community feels like family. I have trouble putting into...
2025-01-051h 02
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauS1E20: Reflecting on the 2024 presidential election with breaking news reporter Lauren IrwinHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and today I am joined by the brilliant Lauren Irwin for a challenging yet necessary conversation.
Lauren Irwin is a breaking news reporter for The Hill, a nonpartisan news outlet based in the nations capital. Lauren helps us all to reflect and understand the role of journalism during the 2024 presidential election and how it will be shaped by the incoming Trump administration. This episode includes a balance of journalistic insight as well as a reflection of the emotional toll this election took...
2024-12-212h 12
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauS1E19: A convo with Cailin Bracken that I’m pretty sure changed my life.Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast. I am truly humbled, floored, inspired, and overjoyed after my conversation with Cailin Bracken. For those who have not had the privilege of meeting her, Cailin is one of the most genuine souls you will come across in this world and has been a prominent voice in the mental health space. She is the host of Sunday Questions and author of A Letter to College Sports. She is intelligent, well articulated, and full of love.
This is a huge deal for me because I came across Cailin’s pag...
2024-10-201h 22
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauS1E18: Erin Drebushenko from The Hidden Opponent on mental health & resources, the student-athlete experience, graduate school and moreHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! Today I am joined by a very special human being, Erin Drebushenko! Erin is a recent college graduate from Ursinus College and she is currently working for the Society for Neuroscience as well as The Hidden Opponent, "an accredited non-profit and advocacy group that raises awareness for student-athlete mental health and addresses the stigma within sports culture" started by Victoria Browne. Oh and did I mention that Erin is also working towards her master's degree at West Chester University?
In this episode Erin discusses how she got involved...
2024-09-2458 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauS1E17: Lily Park on the wellness space, graduate school, nutrition, medication & therapy!!Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am over the moon excited that you are here and chose to listen to today's episode. Today I am joined by Lily Park, known to many as Wellnesswithlilyy on Instagram!
Lily is without a doubt one of the most authentic people I have been fortunate enough to cross paths with. Lily has this way of making you want to tell her all your secrets and get vulnerable with her right away. Lily is just a few months away from receiving her Master's in Nutrition and Dietetics from...
2024-09-111h 26
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauS1E16: How Sophia Price is making a name for herself in the photography industry and doing so with intentionHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast!
In today's episode we are joined by the talented and kind, Sophia Price!!!!! Sophia Price is making a name for herself in the photography industry and you will not want to miss her story. Sophia goes through her entire photography journey: how photography came about very organically, the mentors that inspired her, and how she came to work with brands such as Steve Madden, the NHL, MLS, and USWNT. Sophia Price is far from mediocre and you'll see why when you listen to this episode.
She...
2024-08-191h 16
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 15: Everyone needs a Paige Sim in their life.Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast, I am SO happy that you are here and chose to listen.
This episode is long overdue, but finally the day has come where Paige Sim has graced us all with her presence.
The greatest way to meet new friends is through your already vetted best friends and that is exactly how Paige and I met (shoutout Ruby and Lanni).
I am in awe of Paige every single day and she pushes me to be the best version of myself. Paige is the definition of...
2024-08-091h 16
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 14: The Joy and Pain of Starting Over with Helen FeldmethAfter a brief hiatus, welcome back to The With Intention Podcast!!
Feeling incredibly grateful for the podcast to be graced with Helen Feldmeth’s presence in today’s episode!
As a recent Georgetown alum in a new city halfway across the country from her home base for the past 4 years, Helen shares the highs and lows, joy and pain about starting over and welcoming a new chapter as uncomfortable they can be.
I strongly believe that everyone needs to hear this episode. This episode is an ode to anyone who has gone through big li...
2024-07-181h 19
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 13: May Reflections, June Intentions, Ins & Outs for Summer '24Welcome back to The With Intention Podcast!! First solo episode in a MOMENT! But I absolutely loved catching up with you all in this episode! In summary, May was a month for gratitude. I was surrounded by so many good souls who genuinely seek the best for me. Life is more fun when you experience it with people who make you feel heard, seen and loved. Next, I set my intentions for June: 1) New Experiences 2) Forgiveness and Letting Go of Grudges 3) "It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got". And finally I present you all with...
2024-06-1144 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 12: Caroline Wilcox's Dedication to Raising Awareness About OCDCONTENT WARNING: Discussions of depression, anxiety, anorexia, OCD, and thoughts of self harm.
Welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! Today's guest, Caroline Wilcox, displays incredible amounts of vulnerability and authenticity as she shares her mental health journey and being diagnosed with OCD. Caroline gives invaluable resources along the way, further displaying her commitment to raising awareness about OCD and mental health overall, as well as serving as a reminder that you are never alone.
Caroline, thank you so much for playing a pivotal role in raising awareness about mental health.
Peace and...
2024-05-241h 08
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 11: Female Friendships with Amanda ReilingHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! This is one of the most profound and genuine conversations I have ever had. In today's episode I am joined by one of my best friends and someone who I find to be the epitome of a strong female friend, Amanda Reiling.
Amanda is one of the most confident, well-spoken and intelligent people I know. Amanda is genuinely like this without a microphone which speaks volumes to who she is at her core. She makes you feel seen and heard for all that you are. So, what better...
2024-05-031h 07
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 10: Being Your Own Best Friend and Creating Social Battery BoundariesHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast!! I am so happy that you're here and feeling immensely grateful that you took time out of your day to listen to me ramble :) This is the second episode of my Post-grad Series (would love input on a creative name for this series lol).
In today's episode, I talk about your relationship with yourself being the most important one, being alone vs. being lonely, and knowing your social boundaries!
I've realized how much time I have spent in my own presence and silence post-grad. Everything is...
2024-04-2140 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 9: Identity and Sport, External Validation, and Anticipating Change with Anna RubyWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast!! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and today my best friend and role model, Anna Ruby, blesses us with her intelligence and grounded perspective.
Anna Ruby has been one of my best friends since the 6th grade. Lacrosse introduced us and was the catalyst for our strong and empowering friendship.
Anna is from Westminster, Maryland and was a star on the field from the beginning. She went on to play lacrosse for Loyola University, where she is currently having a stellar season (she won't tell you that because...
2024-04-0845 min
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 8: Reflecting on 1 Year Post-grad, the Job Search, and Embracing New ChaptersWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am ecstatic to share with you, the FIRST, but definitely NOT the last, episode of my post-grad series. Post-grad is exciting, but also terrifying. This series aims to not be exclusive to post-grad from a 4 year university, but to reflect on consistent themes among big life changes and new chapters!
In this first episode I reflect on how I consciously tried to be present during my senior year and how now I am trying to live out Suleika Jaouad's saying on living every day like it is your first...
2024-03-3038 min
The Run on Thought PodcastHannah Folau: Intention In a Busy Life, Detaching From Arbitrary Timelines, and Squashing ComparisonEp. 19, Season 2: It is my greatest honor to introduce to you all to one of my dearest friends- Hannah Folau!!!
Hannah played Division I Lacrosse at Georgetown University and is currently getting her Masters in Global Health while working a full time job. She is also the host of the With Intention Podcast!
In this episode, Hannah and I have an insightful convo about realitic ways to be mindful and intentional within a busy and chaotic life, and how social media often portrays unrealistic standards of what it takes to be intentional about your life...
2024-03-281h 01
The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 7: A PSA That Rest IS ProductiveWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast! On today’s episode, my dear friend Jess Stratton blesses us with her wisdom on rest and changing the definition of productivity.
Jess Stratton is the host of the Run on Thought Podcast. On her podcast, Jess opens up about her experience as a student-athlete at the University of Delaware, mental health, new chapters and so much more.
As a nurse, Jess discusses how conscious she needs to be about prioritizing rest so she can show up not only for herself, but the patients she serves.
Check...
2024-03-231h 02
Sunday Questions the PodcastHannah Folau: Accepting Anxiety, Ted Talks, and College AthleticsOn this week's episode, Cailin sits down with Hannah Folau to talk about everything ranging from processing intrusive thoughts, to burnout, to finding purpose as a college athlete.
Hannah is the host of the With Intention podcast, and an alumni of Georgetown University, where she played on the Women's Lacrosse team. She's now pursuing her Masters degree at Georgetown's Graduate School while working full time at the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. Simply put, she's ridiculously impressive and brings the wisdom and perspective like no other.
2024-03-171h 11The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 6: February Reflections, March IntentionsWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast!!!! Don't worry I am fully aware that it is halfway through March. And I even debated doing this episode because what's the point if it is halfway through March, right? NO! WRONG! Reflections and intentions DO NOT have a strict timeline. I told myself that I was going to start this series and I am going to stick with it even though it didn't happen at the beginning of March. It is still worthy and purposeful regardless of the timing.
In this episode I reflect on the 5 intentions that I...
2024-03-1632 minThe With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 5: Confidence, Authenticity, & Gossiping Well w/Carley KendallWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast. EXPERIENCING A FULL CIRCLE MOMENT. It is so fitting that this is my first guest on the podcast. In today’s episode I sit down with a major role model of mine, Carley Kendall. I had the pleasure of meeting Carley through sports when I was in high school. She was so much more than a coach, she was a mentor who taught me the power of vulnerability and being your authentic self. As a high schooler at peak insecurity, she helped me to navigate those big emotions and is a huge rea...
2024-03-031h 09The With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 4: Insecurities, Acne, & Confidence EpiphaniesWelcome back to The With Intention Podcast!!!! After a few weeks away from recording, I am back at it and this is not an episode you want to miss. I am so happy and proud of myself for getting real about my deepest insecurity: my acne. I have struggled with cystic acne for about 10 years, have tried all the products and I am finally on accutane (with the guidance of my dermatologist). I discuss my entire struggle with acne and internal confidence. I open up about how ashamed and low I felt as a result of my acne. Check...
2024-03-0129 minThe With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 3: January Reflections, February IntentionsHello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am so pumped about today's episode. I personally find New Years resolutions quite intimidating and difficult to tackle/conceptualize. I feel like they can be somewhat toxic by nature and make us feel that we have to "get our life together" on January 1st. Today is the first episode of a series I plan to start that breaks up our goals/intentions/desired habits by month and into smaller goals with action items that feel more attainable and genuine. In this episode, I reflect on January and talk about...
2024-02-0428 minThe With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauEpisode 2: Getting Vulnerable About Mental Health and Healing IntentionallyContent Warning: Discussions of mental health and anxiety.
Please make sure you are in a good headspace before listening to this. I want you all to make sure you're putting your own mental health first.
As a passionate mental health advocate, I share a lot of my mental health journey and lived experiences in this episode. I talk about grief and an injury that led to a decline in my mental well-being. My goal is for my vulnerability to help create a space of empathy and to remind you that you are never alone. Long te...
2024-01-2843 minThe With Intention Podcast with Hannah FolauWelcome to The With Intention Podcast by Hannah FolauWelcome to The With Intention Podcast! I am Hannah Folau, your host, and I am unbelievably excited and thankful that you took time out of your day to share this space with me and listen to me ramble.
I have craved creating a podcast/creative platform for at least 3 years now. 3 years ago I was in no place mentally or emotionally to be able to speak fluently or genuinely on these topics. I had a lot that I needed to work through privately and off screen before I spoke on some difficult topics such as mental health.
2024-01-2022 min
Chat 10 Looks 3Ep 216 - Here There Be MonstersIs it okay to like a work of art created by a jerk? Crabb has been spoiling to discuss this with Sales for some time, and now she is brandishing a new book as an excuse. Also addressed: Anna Funder's new book. Cool things to do in Adelaide. Not addressed: Is it okay to admire the work of someone who would take her CELLO on holiday and make her HUMAN FRIEND sit in the back seat. Listen now on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. (0.29) Monsters, A Fan’s Dilemma by Claire Dederer | Booktopia...
2023-07-1634 min
Christianity Out LoudWeekly Word 55 - Pride month part 2: to apologise, or not to apologise? That is the question...Pride month part 2. Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Anthony Bass' apology to the 'Pride' community reminded me of Israel Folau and his staunch public adherence to his Christian faith. Bass apologised for his beliefs, and is now undergoing re-education. Sad, really. His apology is a sign of weakness, not of virtue.
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2023-06-0719 min
SportSpielSportSpiel Episode 37: Hope WarnerAlasdair Hooper and Will Moulton are joined by Badminton England prospect Hope Warner on episode 37 of SportSpiel.
Feature Interview
On our feature interview section (4:48) interviewer Yashas Mudumbai chats to Hope Warner all about her life in the sport of badminton.
The pair talk about her rapid rise through the ranks with the 17-year-old currently training with some of the very best in the country.
But despite that the prospect still has her moments of doubt, and tells the podcast about he she overcomes the feelings of occasionally not wanting to train or...
2019-04-1457 min