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In This New SeasonHow Do I Know If I’m Using My Time Well?What does it mean to feel good about how you’re spending your time — especially when no one is watching, and you’re the one in charge? Julie Anne and I talk about life as an entrepreneur, a life that breaks from the 9–5 mold, how hard it can be to downshift from “go mode,” and why it’s so hard to feel done when there’s always something more you could do. If you've ever felt like you're constantly trying to earn your rest, question whether you're doing enough, or wonder how to feel truly proud of your days — this conversation is...
2025-11-191h 17In This New SeasonWhat Becomes Possible Without the MaskToday’s conversation with Aaron took my breath away. It’s one of those episodes that doesn’t just talk about transformation — it embodies it. We talk about his decision to stop drinking and what that opened up for him — in his relationships, his career, and most tenderly, in his relationship with himself. Aaron shares what it’s been like to return to performing from a place of full presence, how he’s finding joy in stability, and how his younger self — the one who used to mask and perform — still walks with him. This isn’t a conversation about alcohol as much...
2025-11-0554 minIn This New SeasonWhen the Story You Didn’t Choose Becomes Your LifeWhat do you do when your life changes in ways you never imagined—or agreed to? In this deeply moving conversation, our guest shares the unthinkable story of her husband’s sudden disappearance, his return with dissociative amnesia, and the complicated grief of losing a partner who is still physically here. Together, we explore the shock and disorientation of ambiguous loss—when someone is present but no longer the same, and the pull between duty, love, and the need to protect your own life and wellbeing. This is a conversation about resilience, imperfect courage, and how we begin again when o...
2025-10-221h 24
Ridiculously You with Julie MayTina Kapp-Kailea: Embodiment & Feminine PowerIn this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Tina Kapp-Kailea, an award-winning embodiment coach, for a direct conversation about reclaiming your power without sacrificing your soul. Tina is dedicated to helping high-achieving women break free from burnout, self-doubt, and the garbage-sauce of overgiving. This is where radical self-love meets strategic action : your success doesn't require you to shrink or perform for approval.Tina Kapp-Kailea's work is a powerful rebellion against shrinking. We dive into the messy parts of corporate burnout and the awkward detours that force women to realize their...
2025-10-1145 minIn This New SeasonHow Do I Find Me Again?What if the guilt you feel about resting isn’t a flaw—but a reflection of a culture that never modeled anything else? In this live coaching session, I sit down with a mother of four navigating work, societal expectations, and the ache to reconnect with herself. We explore the trade-offs of motherhood, the paralysis of rare free time, and how hard it can be to claim joy when no one ever showed you how. If you've ever felt like you're drowning in “must be nice” energy, or wondered why it feels so hard to prioritize yourself even when you know...
2025-10-081h 07
The Happiest Animal ShowFunny Animal Poop (with 9 year old Kailea)It’s time for….funny animal poop! What animal has square poop? White poop? What kind of animal poop did Rob accidentally swallow? Hear Rob and Laura choose what funny animal poop is making them happy, a doo-wop song about penguin poop, awesome animal clues from 13 year old Marlin, the sound of an actual wild animal fart, and an interview with our special guest, nine year old Kailea from Maui, Hawaii. What animal is making Kailea happy? Here are some hints: it eats meat, it lives on only one island chain, and it can run 13 miles an hour.
2025-09-2922 minIn This New SeasonI Built a Life I Love — So Why Can’t I Rest?In this live coaching-style episode, I sit down with Patrick—a wildly talented artist, parent, and self-employed creative—who’s built a life with space, flexibility, and freedom… and yet still feels stuck. We explore what happens when you finally have the time you longed for, but guilt, internal pressure, and creative perfectionism make it nearly impossible to rest or feel satisfied. This episode is for anyone who's ever said, “I know what to do—but I just can't seem to do it.” This one’s tender, honest, and—if you’ve ever struggled with feeling like you “should” be doing more—deeply relat...
2025-09-241h 15In This New SeasonHow To Listen To Your Body When It’s Unreliable?What happens when your body can’t keep up anymore—and the world doesn’t wait? In this conversation, I sat down with Meaghan, whose experience with chronic illness has forced her to renegotiate everything she thought she knew about productivity, identity, and self-worth. We explore what it means to live at the pace of the body, grieve what’s been lost, and reclaim rest as something sacred—not shameful. If you’ve ever struggled to slow down or felt like rest makes you weak, this episode will meet you right where you are. We are so grateful to o...
2025-09-101h 19
Uncovering Authenticity with Monique BradleyEpisode 34 - Uncovering Authenticity with Monique Bradley - featuring Tina Kapp-Kailea from The Femmepreneur PathfinderEpisode 34 featuring Tina Kapp-Kailea from The Femmepreneur Pathfinder: From Rock Bottom to Rising Strong – Empowering Women Through Authentic LeadershipIn this powerful and deeply personal episode of Uncovering Authenticity, I sit down with Tina Kapp-Kailea—speaker, author, and founder of The Femmepreneur Pathfinder.Tina shares her incredible journey from corporate burnout and personal trauma to rebuilding her life, career, and purpose from the ground up. Her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and reclaiming power—both her own and the women she now helps through her work.
2025-09-0944 min
Champion Mindset CollectiveS2-E144 - Choosing a Wild Executive Mindset – Realigning Yourself to Show Up Fully -Tina K KaileaIn this powerful episode, I sit down with Tina Kailea, embodiment coach, author, and creator of the Realign Framework, to discuss burnout, boundaries, feminine leadership, and what it truly takes to reconnect with your purpose. Tina shares her journey from Germany to New Zealand, her transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and the lessons she has learned about being true to herself.We talk about why burnout is more than just long hours, how to notice the early warning signs, and why harmony is better than balance. Tina opens up about moving through fear, embracing vulnerability, and how her...
2025-07-241h 08In This New SeasonKrista Doyle: Not A Cookie Cutter PersonKrista Doyle is the creator of Beast-Mode Mommas Female Fitness and Wellness on PEI. Krista is masterful at creating community and unabashedly expresses her full self with authenticity and an open heart.In this episode, Kailea and Krista talk about:How can we become more comfortable learning publiclyMom guilt and how we can take time for ourselves before we are desperate for itA game changing life tweak we can make that will help us feel SO much better every weekA powerful reframe that can help us navigate challenging life transitionsKrista’s experience with numbing and how numb...
2025-04-1758 min
The Corporate Escapists PodcastRewilding, Awakening & Feminine Power | With Guest Tina Kapp-Kailea | Ep 182🌿 What if the key to your next level wasn’t hustling harder… but surrendering deeper?In Episode 182 of The Corporate Escapists Podcast, I’m joined by the radiant Tina Kapp-Kailea—an award-winning embodiment coach, bestselling author, and international speaker—who is on a mission to help high-achieving women rewild, awaken, and lead from their soul.We dive into what it truly means to live wildly, to surrender to your own inner awakening, and to break free from the burnout and boxes we’ve been conditioned to live in.💫 Inside this powerful episode, we explore:🌸 The difference between performing and embodying your truth🔥...
2025-04-1438 minIn This New SeasonWhat Is a Successful Life? With Heather Gunn McQuillanHeather Gunn McQuillan is the co-owner of Nature Space Resort in beautiful St. Peter’s Harbour, PEI. Heather massively redefined her understanding of success and adjusted her relationship to conventional success metrics (ex: being the Assistant Dean of a Veterinary Medicine College) to more internally designed metrics and creating a life that felt right from the inside out.In this episode, Kailea and Heather discuss:A PEI high schooler’s question: “What if I am never successful?”What does success mean? What does failure mean? Are they external or internal realities?Heather’s 3 P’s (belief patterns tha...
2025-04-031h 09In This New SeasonOut of Your Head and Into Your Breath with Jenn MansellAre you curious about breathwork? If you feel overwhelmed or have a highly stressed nervous system, or if you want to deepen your healing and get out of your head and into your body, this is an incredible tool for you. Jenn Mansell is a certified breathwork facilitator. Breathwork is an accessible tool where simply using the breath in a facilitated way, we can learn to connect deeply with ourselves and move pain through us.In this episode, Kailea and Jenn discuss:What is breathwork? Who is it for? How can it help?...
2025-03-201h 02In This New SeasonCBC Q’s Tom Power: Living with AnxietyKailea talks with Tom Power, the award-winning host of CBC’s Q. Originally from NFLD, Tom has a disarming charm and a great sense of humour. He is candid about his struggles with panic attacks and anxiety, and shares tangible strategies that have helped him. Tom and Kailea also answer an anonymous question from PEI high schooler who is struggling to find a sense of belonging.In this episode:Tom shares about his experience with anxiety disorderWhat Tom’s inner critic sounds like and how he was able to quiet that voice in a...
2025-03-061h 10In This New SeasonSensitive Hearts Road Trip with Mary ClementsMary Clements is a counselling therapist from PEI who now lives in B.C. Mary specializes in anxiety and trauma healing. She loves to work with introverts, empaths, and highly sensitive people. In this episode, Kailea and Mary discuss: Therapeutic approaches Mary uses including hypnotherapy (working in altered states), past life regression, and helping connect more somatically and energetically by going deeper with the subconscious. Being a highly sensitive person and how it applies to sensory processing Building a business as an introvert and defining ‘enough’ Embracing slow and gentle living amidst hustle culture Self-honouring vs. self-abandoning - how...
2025-02-201h 26In This New SeasonSarah Beaton: Talking With Kailea’s MentorSarah Beaton is an intuitive coach and sound healer, and she is one of Kailea’s most cherished mentors. In this episode Kailea and Sarah talk about:
How Sarah helped Kailea through an incredibly difficult period of life
Sarah’s use of astrology as a coaching tool
What Kailea most needs to let go of
The shadow side of coaching or of trying to ‘help’ others
Bridging the gap between millennials and baby boomers
You can find Sarah’s work on Instagram @sarahbeatoncoach or by visiting www.sarahssoundtuary.com
We are so grateful to our incredible spo...
2025-02-061h 24In This New SeasonTara MacLean: Creating Your Own MedicineTara MacLean is an internationally renowned and award-winning singer/songwriter originally from PEI. Tara has written and recorded eight solo albums and two with her band Shaye. Her first book, Song of the Sparrow, immediately hit the bestseller list. Tara has received the Senate of Canada Medal for her activist work in the community. She finished a run of three summer seasons with her hit theatre show that she wrote, produced, and directed called “Atlantic Blue – The Stories of Atlantic Canada’s Iconic Songwriters.”
Kailea and Tara discuss how creating art is making your own medicine. They explore the p...
2025-01-231h 00In This New SeasonSheena Russell: Can I Handle It?Sheena Russell is the Founder and CEO of Made With Local. Originally from PEI, she is now based in Nova Scotia. Sheena started her business at local farmer’s markets and has grown it into one of the most sustainable food companies in the world, now offering her incredible granola bars and other products at more than 3000 retailers across Canada. In this heart open and relatable conversation, Sheena shares about imposter syndrome and the fear of not being resilient enough to handle growth as it comes. Kailea and Sheena discuss the notion of ‘capacity’ and tangible takeaways to deepen your s...
2025-01-0955 min
Forgive Me For I Have Followed“Kailea”The new podcast Forgive Me For I Have Followed builds on Netflix’s Dancing for the Devil, delving into the personal stories of those affected by Robert Shinn, Shekinah Church, and 7M Films. Shinn founded Shekinah Church in LA over two decades ago, before establishing 7M Films, and is named in a civil lawsuit alleging abuse and "cult-like" behavior. In the premiere episode, co-host and former member Kailea Gray shares her personal perspective. Joined by co-host and Dancing for the Devil Executive Producer Jessica Acevedo, Kailea reflects on her and her now-husband's involvement with the chu...
2024-09-1239 minIn This New SeasonRich Knox: Creating a Self-Caring LifeRich Knox is a professional musician who lives on PEI.
He is the drummer for the band Danko Jones, and also offers wellness coaching through his company, Performer’s Health. Rich helps people live healthy lifestyles through nutrition, fitness, and mindfulness coaching. Working with people who live in unpredictable and sometimes chaotic lifestyles (ex: touring musicians), he knows what is required to help you create consistent and sustainable healthy habits in complex circumstances.
In this episode, Kailea and Rich discuss:
Rich’s experience as a touring musician and living and learning what self-care looks like f...
2024-07-311h 09In This New SeasonMegan Sant PART 2: Motherhood and Creatively Reimagining What Freedom MeansKailea and Megan continue their deep dive into her identity as an artist and a mother. In this episode, they explore fears and insecurities that accumulate over time, and the limiting beliefs and fear of other people’s judgments that hold us back.
This episode explores:
The interruptions and time confetti of having kids – the challenge of working in bursts vs. having open-ended time.
Fear of people thinking, “she’s not a legitimate artist” (feeling like she had to be ALL IN or not in at all).
In early years of parenting, how hard it felt to justify...
2024-07-1059 minIn This New SeasonMegan Sant PART 1: Can I Be a Mother AND a REAL Artist?Megan Sant is a friend of Kailea’s from Los Angeles (and she is married to Jack Shih, another podcast guest from this season). Megan is a trained fine arts painter. She shares her trajectory to becoming an artist, and how her career was impacted when she became a mother to her two daughters (ages 13 and 9). After the pandemic and loss of her mother, Megan has been trying to find her way back to her art. She shares the immense vulnerability required to reclaim this part of herself, and how much flexibility she needs to let it look differently than it...
2024-07-0355 minIn This New SeasonRedhead Roamer: The Grief and Love We CarryStephanie McQuaid, also known as PEI’s “Redhead Roamer,” shares her personal experience with grief. Stephanie lost her mom 11 years ago, as well as 3 others who were close to her in the span of 10 months. She shares her beautiful wisdom from the most open-hearted place. It’s an episode we all can learn from and listening to Stephanie feels like a hug to the heart.
-Stephanie shares her experience of losing 4 close people over 10 months, including the loss of her mom.
-The experience of living with grief, and the pain of feeling alone in it.
-How everyone grieves differently and how chal...
2024-06-191h 11In This New SeasonJack Shih PART 2: Caught in the Draft (Avoiding Embarrassment)Jack Shih is a friend of Kailea’s that she met while living in LA, teaching his daughter kindergarten. Jack is an Emmy Award-winning Animation Director and Producer. Jack worked on South Park for 20 years (Animation Director and Producer) and his recent projects include being a Director on Clone High, Little Demon, and Praise Petey.
Jack’s experience growing up in a family that defended their positions, how he learned to always cover his bases, and how challenging someone can show intellectual respect
Who we can be draft versions of ourselves with?
Having a beginner’s mindset, and how challenging...
2024-06-051h 12In This New SeasonJack Shih PART 1: Do I Like My Own Brain?Jack Shih is a friend of Kailea’s that she met while living in LA, teaching his daughter kindergarten. Jack is an Emmy Award-winning Animation Director and Producer. Jack worked on South Park for 20 years (Animation Director and Producer) and his recent projects include being a Director on Clone High, Little Demon, and Praise Petey.
Jack is one of Kailea’s favourite people in the world to talk to because of the way he thinks – he has a complex, uniquely sharp yet sensitive view on the world that always leaves her learning and questioning with unexpected moments of tenderness an...
2024-05-291h 18In This New SeasonPaige Martin: What’s (Painful) Sex Got to Do With It?Paige Martin is a pelvic floor physiotherapist and the owner of PEI Pelvic and Breast Health. Paige and Kailea talk openly about common issues that many people suffer with silently and secretly (ex: painful sex, incontinence) and how seeing a pelvic floor physio can help. Kailea has personally worked with Paige and found her support to be a massive game-changer in her life.
Paige’s experience growing up on PEI, moving off-island to study Kinesiology, becoming a teacher in Northern Saskatchewan, to ultimately going back to school to become a physiotherapist
Her experience not getting into a Physio pro...
2024-05-151h 06
Women ThriveEmpowerment Through Authorship with Tina K KaileaJoin Abigail Rebecca and special guest, Tina K Kailea as they explore the world of female authorship and self-expression through writing. Tina is the founder of Femmepreneur Pathfinder and a bestselling author. She shares her inspiring journey from corporate burnout to self-empowered authorship and book mentoring. Discover the transformative power of writing, overcoming personal challenges, and the impact of publishing on personal growth and business branding.✨ Key Discussion Points ✨Tina K Kailea's journey from corporate burnout to bestselling authorThe transformative power of writing for personal empowermentNavigating personal and emotional challenges duri...
2024-05-0228 min
In This New SeasonEmily Howard: Strength in the Softer SideEmily Howard is an island-based visual artist who creates soothing art often inspired by Island landscapes. In this conversation, Emily and Kailea connect deeply about their journeys to find courage in using their voices and explore the strength it takes to keep a soft heart.
Themes of this episode include:
Emily’s childhood experiences of feeling shy and masking, and working to find her place in the world
How Emily’s experience as a hair stylist helped her learn to see people in new ways
Kailea and Emily explore the question: Is there a cost to being...
2024-05-011h 07In This New SeasonThe Art of Becoming Ourselves with Greg AlsopGreg Alsop is the producer of In This New Season (and Kailea’s husband!). He has been the drummer of Tokyo Police Club since the band was formed in 2005. TPC has released 9 Top 20 Singles, received 3 Juno Nominations, and recently announced their farewell tour happening later this year. Greg has recently been signed by Spectra Creative Agency as a composer for kid’s television and movies. He has written songs for DreamWorks Animation, AppleTV+ and Nickelodeon.
In this conversation, Kailea and Greg explore:
Greg’s 20-year career with Tokyo Police Club, starting from what it was like to leave u...
2024-02-131h 34In This New SeasonGratitude Coloured Glasses with Julia CampbellIn this episode, Alyssa and Kailea have the pleasure of sitting down with Julia Campbell, a remarkable individual who is deeply involved in her family business, North Shore Co. Julia is widely recognized for her management of Jems Boutique in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, and her family's connection to the famous Anne of Green Gables author, Lucy Maud Montgomery. Additionally, Julia organizes events like PEI Fashion Weekend and consistently strives to challenge herself, foster a sense of gratitude, and build an inclusive community.During their conversation, Alyssa and Kailea explore various topics with Julia.
They delve...
2024-01-301h 05In This New SeasonBurnout: Why Does This Keep Happening to Me?Britt Gaudio repeatedly finds herself in high-intensity roles where she feels overworked, unsafe, and ultimately burns out. With an incredible capacity to handle stress and turn dysfunctional chaos into efficient, effective systems, Britt has made a career as an Operations Executive in the GTA. She has observed a pattern in herself of leaving unhealthy environments, only to find herself back in another one. In this episode, she explores this pattern in herself and what she can do to change the cycle.
Exploring Kailea and Britt’s shared experience working for a non-profit in Toronto – both the incredible opportunities they we...
2024-01-161h 10In This New SeasonSelf-Acceptance and Authentic Living with Alicia TonerJoin Alyssa and Kailea as they have a heartfelt conversation with Alicia Toner, the talented Canadian Folk Music Award Winner / Solo Artist Of The Year. In this episode, Alicia opens up about her neurodivergence and experiences with disordered eating. She shares her journey towards self-acceptance and self-love.
During the discussion, Alicia delves into:
- Social anxiety and how it impacts her friendships and experience in the music industry
- How a book recommended by a friend transformed her life and the importance of self-advocacy when it comes to neurodivergence
- Unpacking...
2024-01-021h 23In This New SeasonClosing the Millennial Child and Boomer Parent Gap with Bonny ScottBonny Scott is an Adult Child Relationship Coach. She specializes in working with moms to create a healthy, meaningful connection with their adult child after struggling with a strained or broken relationship. This is an incredibly eye-opening, vulnerable, and insightful conversation that millennials and baby boomers alike can gain a lot from. It left Kailea in tears and gratitude.
In this episode, Kailea and Bonny discuss:
Bonny’s most life-changing moment that started her on this path.
The challenges between millennials and baby boomers in understanding one another and how to build bridges of communication (vs. estrang...
2023-12-121h 17In This New SeasonHuman Design with Steff SullivanSteff Sullivan's deep insights and expertise in human design shine through in her discussion with Kailea and Alyssa. From her upbringing in a small town to her experiences as a nurse, Steff's journey has shaped her ability to provide compassionate human design readings. The episode provides an overview of human design and includes personal readings for Kailea and Alyssa who are both projectors.
In this episode they discuss:
Steff's experience growing up with parents who grappled with mental health issues and how it became a catalyst for her empathetic approach towards others in her work.
W...
2023-11-291h 28In This New SeasonWhen Work Comes First with Claire SeabornKailea sits down with her friend Claire to talk all things prioritization. Claire enjoys many things in life to the complete fullest, but what do you sacrifice when you are spread too thin? What do you do when your work is completely fulfilling, and there isn’t enough time to give your relationships your whole self? How do we communicate this and manage others’ expectations, without losing or damaging our relationships?
This episode covers:
Claire’s path from law school to working as the Chief of Staff to Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources in Ottawa...
2023-11-141h 08In This New SeasonMotherhood, Living Publicly and Designing a Life that Works for your Brain with Dr. Lauren Holden of Lau’s Healthy LifeAlyssa and Kailea sit down with Dr. Lauren Holden from East ND and Lau’s Healthy Life. This conversation covers many topics, but a few things focused on are:
Lauren’s experience with naturopathic school and how she found her calling after some difficulty finding the right school for her.
Lauren’s experience with ADHD (primarily inattentive type), and how her diagnosis has helped her better understand her strengths.
Entering motherhood while living in the public eye, some of the negative comments that have come her way, but also how she is building a community so that people don’t...
2023-10-311h 07In This New SeasonThings Are ChangingWelcome to Season 4 of the Podcast - some changes are taking place, but beautiful heart opening conversations will continue. After a lot of thought, Alyssa has decided that it will be her last season with the podcast, with Kailea continuing on solo.
Throughout the season, Kailea and Alyssa explore topics such as body image, ADHD, creating inclusive community, an intro into human design, and so much more. Kailea will also host several conversations and interviews on her own that show you a glimpse into her work as a counselling therapist and coach where she shares deep dive c...
2023-10-2609 minIn This New SeasonOur First Live EpisodeJoin Alyssa and Kailea for their first live podcast recording with 50 of their dear friends and listeners in the audience at Upstreet Craft Brewing in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. This discussion was led by Caley Aylward and turns the tables as the hosts get interviewed.
In this episode they discuss:
• Creating more capacity to feel joy, rest and how to create the time to slow down. Kailea leads an exercise that shows how you can do this in real time along with the crowd.
• Comparison and the pressure to do it all. Where this...
2023-09-071h 04In This New SeasonKate Beaton: How Home Shapes Our ImaginationKate Beaton, New York Times Bestselling author and winner of Canada Reads 2023, chats with Alyssa and Kailea. They talk about the pull of heartache and success in relation to home, how our environment shapes the dreams we dream, and what makes her feel the most like herself.
In this episode they discuss:
The messiness of the human experience and how her graphic novel Ducks so accurately and uniquely captured the emotional complexity of it. How, for her, even in the worst situations, there will be moments of fondness.
What influences do we need to dream big and ho...
2023-08-171h 07In This New SeasonEmbodying Self-Love with Blake CaissieKailea and Alyssa sit down with Blake Caissie aka Zsa Zsa Zhoosh to discuss self-love, self-compassion, boundaries, and living authentically.
In this episode they cover:
• How Blake discovered his love for drag and what it’s brought into his life
• Being brought up in a very religious environment and Blake’s relationship with faith now
• His decision to speak with an addiction counsellor
• The PEI Pride community and the growth of acceptance he’s experienced
• The power he’s gained from understanding that ‘no’ is a two letter word that can de...
2023-08-031h 07In This New SeasonThe Difference Between Healthy Pride and Arrogance?Alyssa and Kailea sit down to discuss pride, arrogance, and so much more. A subject they didn’t know was so loaded…. listen as they unpack their different points of view.
In this episode they cover:
• What healthy pride looks like for both of them.
• Why Kailea feels shame when it comes to pride and arrogance and why it’s not such a trigger for Alyssa.
• How comments from childhood can really stick with you and how that shows up for both of them.
• The art of not shrinking, not puffing up, but s...
2023-07-201h 06In This New SeasonThe Art of Style with Natalie OwensNatalie Owens is the powerhouse entrepreneur behind Stil James Styling and Stil James Interiors. A friend of Kailea’s since their university days, this conversation is like listening in to friends hanging out.
In this episode, they discuss:
• Finding and building a career that aligns with who you are.
• How Natalie started her business with a baby on her hip and why mothers are primarily who she hires for her business.
• Listening to your gut and knowing when it’s time to make a big leap.
• How self confidence can strengthen...
2023-07-0653 minIn This New SeasonThe Vulnerability of Being a Dad with Nick GaudioAlyssa and Kailea chat with Nick Gaudio about the often-unspoken vulnerability that can come along with adjusting to fatherhood, how to navigate partnership balance, and so much more.
In this conversation they discuss:
Losing your feelings of competence and confidence
Unexpected ways vulnerability or uncertainty may present
Lack of language around hard emotions’ dads may experience
The expectations of parenthood and your marriage after kids
How working on communication skills helps in parenthood
The mental load and what it means for the other partner
Taking responsibility for yourself and showing up wholeheartedly as a parent
...
2023-06-221h 03In This New SeasonThe Complexities of Friendships Part 2: We had our first fightAlyssa and Kailea sit down to unpack the first challenge in their friendship. A fun trip took a turn when emotional resources were low and defensiveness went high.
In this conversation they discuss:
What happened on their trip that caused feelings to get hurt on both sides
The stories they hold about themselves from childhood and what it means when they come up in adulthood
How past friendships can play a role in new ones
The processes they use to work through tough feelings
If they consider each other equals in their friendship
H...
2023-06-081h 07In This New Season"Just Live" with Incurable Cancer Thriver Michelle HughesMichelle Hughes joins Kailea and Alyssa for a conversation about life, love, loss and living with stage 4 incurable cancer. Michelle is a 36 year old wife and mother and has the most immensely beautiful outlook on living.
In this conversation they discuss:
Michelle’s journey with her cancer diagnosis and what to say to those who might be going through something similar
Fertility struggles and loss
Bravery and the courage it takes to live out loud
Finding the joy in mundane moments because life is too short
Doing things that make your heart beat fas...
2023-05-2558 min
In This New SeasonInside Therapy: A Look Inside Kailea’s WorldIn the last episode of the season, Kailea is answering all your questions about therapy.
In this episode Kailea talks about:
Why she became a therapist
Common misconceptions people have about therapy (and therapists!)
The biggest fears people have when they start therapy (and common fears we tend to hold about our core selves)
A few simple exercises and questions Kailea has found to be transformative for herself and her clients
Her thoughts on people-pleasing and ‘selflessness’
Whether it’s necessary to re-live your trauma to move through it
Free daily practices that can dramatica...
2023-03-231h 00In This New SeasonMoney Shame: Healing our Relationship with our Finances with @MyMoneyFriendKailea and Alyssa welcome Ashley MacPherson of @mymoneyfriend to talk about a subject that many people feel a lot of shame around - money.
In this episode they discuss:
What led Ashley to being over $100,000 in debt and how she got out of it.
How childhood money trauma shaped Ashley’s relationship with her finances, and how she has worked to heal her scarcity mindset.
How Ashley identified her values and started to live more in the moment and spend with intention.
Why so many of us feel shame when talking about money.
Revenge spending and co...
2023-03-081h 06In This New SeasonRebuilding a Life That Feels True with Meaghan BlanchardAlyssa and Kailea sit down with their good friend and international singer songwriter turned marketing expert, Meaghan Blanchard. Meaghan explains how she is rebuilding her life in a way that feels good from the inside out.
Their conversation goes in many directions and results in many tears. It’s emotional, vulnerable and incredibly honest. Meaghan discusses the moment she knew she wanted to change career paths and the rocky but worthwhile road to where she is today.
In this episode they also discuss:
• Childhood trauma and how it can affect you in life
2023-02-221h 16In This New SeasonMoving: Do We Regret It?Kailea and Alyssa explore what they’ve learned from their various moves (NB, Toronto, Victoria, Boston and LA) and how they feel about coming back to their home province of PEI.
In this episode they discuss:
What led them both to move away from home.
Their world views and how they have changed and been rebuilt.
Feeling lost and how they dealt with finding themselves in new places.
How relationships were weakened or strengthened by moving.
How taking big leaps felt easier when living away.
Fears and insecurities around long term friendships.
How to create community wh...
2023-02-081h 00In This New SeasonWhat a Naturopathic Doctor Really Wants you to Focus on this YearKailea and Alyssa welcome their first (ever!) guest on the podcast with Dr. Céline Leduc from EASTND Naturopathic Centre & IV Lounge.
In this episode they discuss:
What led Dr. Leduc to the field of naturopathic medicine.
The macronutrient you aren’t eating enough of (why it matters on a daily basis and some simple shifts to help incorporate it).
The easiest ways to improve your wellbeing today.
The importance of taking breaks (and how to actually take one when you feel like you have no time).
And many more examples of simple, realistic, and accessible way...
2023-01-251h 16In This New SeasonApproaching the New Year Without Guilt or PressureIn the Season 2 premiere, Alyssa and Kailea discuss how they approach the new year. They share some gentle rituals that help them set the year (or month or week) off to a good start and in a way that truly feels good – not like too much work or pressure.
Prone to perfectionist tendencies during this time of year, they now try to really clear out the noise and set intentions that are aligned with how they want their lives to feel.
This episode is brought to you by Libra Non-Alcoholic Craft Beer. To find out mo...
2023-01-1155 minIn This New SeasonThe Pain of PerfectionismWhen referencing perfectionism, Alyssa and Kailea aren’t talking about ‘the desire to do things perfectly’ but rather the deeply painful and personal ways perfectionism can show up in their lives.
Kailea reveals the ways it shows up for her physically and in parenthood, and Alyssa describes how her fear of being left is what actually drives her perfectionist tendencies.
The last episode of the season has Kailea and Alyssa being more vulnerable than they have been before.
Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason)
In This New Season is record...
2022-11-1653 minIn This New SeasonThe Comparison TrapKailea and Alyssa take on a listener request episode all about comparison, as they discuss some of the ways that they fall into the comparison trap. Describing how they feel about comparison in motherhood and beyond, they also unpack some tangible ways to work through it and get to the root cause.
Spoiler alert, a lack of self-compassion might be to blame.
Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason)
In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com...
2022-11-0249 minIn This New SeasonQuitting Doesn't Mean FailingThe word quitting can bring up so many emotions. Quitting can be hard to do but it can also be a decision that will bring you forward in life and in happiness. In this episode, Kailea and Alyssa discuss what they have quit, their worries about what others would think, how quitting was the best choice for them and how they are moving forward.
Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason)
In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com...
2022-10-1944 minIn This New Season5 Books that Changed our LivesBooks can bring you into worlds you never knew existed, help you articulate what you were never able to put into words and make you feel more understood than your closest confidants. In short - books are the best.
Kailea and Alyssa discuss the books that have changed their lives. Passing books back and forth has been a huge part of their friendship. Join them as they share the books that have helped them decide to launch businesses, find the right medical help, feel seen and given them whole new perspectives.
Books mentioned in this e...
2022-10-0547 min
The Whisper MeetingsTrends Across the Generations (feat. Kailea, Erienne, & Tatem)That one time Beth asks the age old questions of fashion trends…are they cringy or trendy? Do people actually agree with these? Are they as trendy as they appear, even today? What else is generationally trendy? With returning guests Kailea, Erienne, and Tatem joining to give us their perspective and thoughts, this episode could get very interesting with the wide range of ages. Check out the video episode!
2022-09-221h 04In This New SeasonThe Complexities of FriendshipsFriendships are one of the toughest types of relationship. The highs can feel larger than life and the heartbreaks can feel worse than imaginable.
So much of adult friendships have to do with childhood friendships. In this episode, the vulnerability is deep as Alyssa and Kailea divulge who was the bully / who was bullied, how they are healing childhood wounds, maintaining adult friendships, dealing with friendships that are going in different directions and some of the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason)
2022-09-2158 min
The Whisper MeetingsMen Ain’t Sh!t: Part II (feat. Kailea, Erienne, & Tatem)That one time we sit down with returning guest Kailea and our surprise guests Erienne and her cousin Tatem for some much needed girl time, without Michael, for two parts yet again. In this special women only episode, we ask the hard hitting questions from a woman’s point of view on a wide variety of topics. Are men really a 10 or nah? Check out the video episode!
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2022-09-0858 min
In This New SeasonThe Tidal Wave of ParenthoodParenthood is one of the most monumental shifts that people experience. Alyssa and Kailea definitely felt this way. In this episode they discuss how parenthood impacts friendships, familial relationships, time and work.
This honest chat covers the timeline from pregnancy to postpartum and all the feelings that take place in between.
If you‘ve ever been hesitant on what to say to a pregnant person or a new parent, this episode dives deep on what’s helpful and what’s not. Alyssa and Kailea discuss what has helped during this massive transition, and what hasn’t.
2022-09-0744 min
The Whisper MeetingsMen Ain’t Sh!t: Part I (feat. Kailea, Erienne, & Tatem)That one time we sit down with returning guest Kailea and our surprise guests Erienne and her cousin Tatem for some much needed girl time, without Michael, for two parts yet again. In this special women only episode, we ask the hard hitting questions from a woman’s point of view on a wide variety of topics. Are men really a 10 or nah? Check out the Video episode!
2022-09-0147 min
In This New SeasonIn This New Season - TrailerIn This New Season Podcast
Learning This Life. Again and again.
With your hosts Kailea Switzer & Alyssa Johnston
One’s a counselling therapist and coach, the other is a messy, sensitive, multi-passionate person. Both are still just trying to figure it all out.
Life is constantly changing. Each season brings something new and we all end up learning what we feel, who we are, and what to do… again and again.
Join Kailea and Alyssa as they have deep, "vulnerability hangover inducing” conversations, share insights on what is and isn’t...
2022-09-0101 min
The Whisper MeetingsNever Have I Ever (feat. Kailea)That one time special guest Kailea comes back to play the famous game, Never Have I Ever. You thought we had juicy episodes before this one, think again! Check out the video episode!
2022-07-2150 min
The Whisper MeetingsRaw-Doggin’ It with Kailea: Part IIThat one time on a special two-part episode, we invite one of our favorite guests, Kailea, back for some piping hot tea that’s been spilled about herself by herself. This sh!t is so crazy, we might need to invest in some streaming rights to a reality show. There are no words for this hot mess. Check out the video episode!
2022-07-1445 min
KaleidEp 4: Making Identities, Part 1: KaileaPart 1 of our 4-part series, Making Identities. This episode introduces the series and then presents the story of Kailea Merritt, a person gripped by concerns about the dangers of media for children, who believes she has a compelling answer. The episode features an interview with Baltimore school teacher, Roderick Johnson, who is on the front lines of this issue and its impact on students and learning.
2022-07-0824 min
From Borderline to Beautiful: Hope and Help for BPD with Rose Skeeters, MA, LPC, PN2Recovery Stories Series: Kailea Regains her Voice and her Freedom"Recovery means freedom...free from the deep emotional pain that makes you feel like you will bottom out at any moment...Yes, I mean literally, I wanted to die and to be free from that...where if anything happens I can feel free that I am not going to just turn around and want to end my life... that is huge to be able to say- something happens, I am not going to die by my hand." Listen in this week to Kailea's recovery story where she shares how she regains her voice and her freedom. Borderline Personality Disorder is...
2022-07-071h 16
The Whisper MeetingsRaw-Doggin’ It with Kailea: Part IThat one time on a special two-part episode, we invite one of our favorite guests, Kailea, back for some piping hot tea that’s been spilled about herself by herself. This sh!t is so crazy, we might need to invest in some streaming rights to a reality show. There are no words for this hot mess. Check out the video episode!
2022-07-0740 min
Earth Speak with Natalie Ross and FriendsEditor Kailea Frederick on Spiritual Ecology & Cultivating Compassion in Crisis [REPLAY]In this Best Of episode, Loam Editor Kailea Frederick shares about cultivating compassion in crisis. You’ll also hear about: How spiritual ecology can bring you support in changing times How plant spirits inspire personal growth Crone medicine as a source to navigate challenging times ♥♥♥ Join The Earth Speak Collective Membership! Join like-hearted folks in a sacred container and community where you'll: Connect deeply to yourself, others, nature & spirit Learn to trust your intuition Activate your Earth magic Expand your healing & divination skills Put your intuition into practice in everyday life Stop feeling lonely on your spiritua...
2022-04-291h 11
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian by Sherman AlexieIn this episode, Kailea and Tony return from a hiatus of over two months with their review of The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian by Sherman Alexie.
2021-11-1631 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsAmerican Gods by Neil GaimanIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss American Gods by Neil Gaiman. Well, mostly Tony talks about it while Kailea checks on details 😋
2021-08-3129 min
The Whisper MeetingsWe’re Shotgunning This (feat. Kailea)That one time the besties gather together to finalize the wedding details with our special guest and Tryston’s maid of honor, Kailea. With less than two months until the wedding, we thought we better get a handle on planning. Not that we even talked about the wedding, but the thought is what counts.
2021-08-1240 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsWhere the Crawdads Sing by Delia OwensIn this episode Kailea and Tony discuss the best selling novel, Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens.
2021-07-3136 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsIf Cats Disappeared From The World by Genki KawamuraIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss the Japanese bestseller, If Cats Disappeared From The World by Genki Kawamura.
2021-06-2626 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsUpdate on our release format and scheduleJust letting 3all know that A Tale of Two Bookworms will no longer be releasing a new episode every week. With things opening up, being busier, and Summer coming, we will be releasing 1 to 2 episodes a month from now on.
2021-06-0601 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Woo Woo by Lindsay WongIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss the memoir The Woo Woo by British Columbia's own Lindsay Wong.
2021-05-2934 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Grace Year by Kim LiggettIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss The Grace Year by Kim Liggett and their critique is anything but veiled. In this episode, you can also enjoy bonus gardening tips from Kailea
2021-05-2246 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsWater For Elephants by Sara GruenIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss the historical romance book Water For Elephants by British Columbia's own Sara Gruen. This is a podcast that an elephant would never forget 😉
2021-05-1536 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Haunting of Hill House by Shirley JacksonIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss the legendary haunted house tale written by Shirley Jackson in 1959.
2021-05-0838 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsHey Nostradamus! by Douglas CouplandIn our most polarizing episode to date, Kailea and Tony discuss Hey Nostradamus! by British Columbia's very own Douglas Coupland.
2021-05-0129 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Lion in Winter by James GoldmanIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss their second play, The Lion in Winter.
2021-04-2428 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsMexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-GarciaIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss Mexican Gothic, prepare for chills and thrills.
2021-04-1732 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsExit the Actress by Priya ParmarIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss the historical fiction novel about legendary actress Nell Gwyn and her fabulous life.
2021-04-1029 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsDawn by Elie WieselIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss the second installment in Elie Wiesel's Night trilogy: Dawn
2021-04-0329 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsAnimal Farm by George Orwell Part 2In this episode, Kailea and Tony continue their discussion on the classic Animal Farm. This one was a little rough for us in the editing process. Bear that in mind and please enjoy.
2021-03-2719 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsAnimal Farm by George Orwell (Part 1)In this episode, Kailea and Tony begin an in depth discussion on the classic allegory Animal Farm
2021-03-2024 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. SchwabIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss bestselling fantasy novel, The Invisible Life of Addie Larue. We had a lot to unpack so grab the snacks because we ran a little long on this one.
2021-03-1343 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsSmall Gods by Terry PratchettIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss Small Gods, the thirteenth of Terry Pratchett's Discworld novels.
2021-03-0636 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Glass Hotel by Emily St. John MandelIn this episode, Kailea and Tony tackle the wildly successful novel, "The Glass Hotel" by Canadian author Emily St. John Mandel.
2021-02-2732 min
Green Dreamer: Seeding change towards collective healing, sustainability, regeneration300) Kailea Frederick & Kate Weiner: Inspiring cultural shifts through heart-centered storytelling*We need your support to continue the show! If you've listened to more than a few episodes and have learned from our work, please join our Patreon today: www.greendreamer.com/support About Kate Weiner: Kate Weiner is the Creative Director of Loam as well as a 2015 Brower Youth Award winner, a 2017 recipient of the John Goddard Prize for Environmental Conservancy, and a 2018 Spiritual Ecology Fellow. Kate was a beneficiary of the Boulder Arts Commission Professional Development Grant and is currently organizing an Artist-Activist-in-Residency at BPL. About Kailea Frederick:...
2021-02-2342 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsDeath of a Salesman by Arthur MillerIn this episode, Kailea and Tony discuss Pulitzer prize winning play, "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller
2021-02-2026 minEarth Speak with Natalie Ross and FriendsKailea Frederick and Kate Weiner of Loam, on Navigating Crisis + Holding Space for Nuance with Beauty [episode 40]Kate Weiner and Kailea Frederick share about creativity, art, and beauty as integral to activism work. You’ll also hear about: Co-creating a world that values and priorities the health and wellbeing of future generations Embodied, reciprocity and holding space for nuance A reimagining of the matriarchy Kailea and Kate share a special announcement and new project by Loam ♥♥♥ Join The Earth Speak Collective Membership! Join like-hearted folks in a sacred container and community where you'll: Connect deeply to yourself, others, nature & spirit Learn to trust your intuition Activate your Earth magic Expand your healing...
2021-02-191h 08
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart TurtonIn this episode, Tony and Kailea look at the highly popular mystery novel "The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle"
2021-02-1323 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Stand by Stephen King (Part 2)The Stand is a big book, so we needed to do two episodes on this one. Enjoy as we dissect some of the many major characters in Stephen King's apocalyptic epic.
2021-02-0633 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsThe Stand by Stephen King (Part 1)This week, Tony and Kailea discuss top bestseller The Stand.
2021-01-3029 min
A Tale of Two BookwormsNight by Elie WieselIn this episode, Tony and Kailea review Night by Elie Wiesel. A memoir of a holocaust survivor that we feel should be considered required reading
2021-01-2327 min
All That We AreKailea Frederick on Reflective Activism, Parenting and Climate JusticeWhat kind of world could we believe in and tend to through practices of deep listening? In this episode entitled The Quiet Revolutions Inside Our Hearts, Amisha speaks with Kailea Frederick, a mother of Tahltan, Kaska and Black American ancestry. Her work sits at the intersection of climate justice, spiritual ecology and resilience thinking. Kailea is the Editor for Loam, a Climate Commissioner for the city of Petaluma, and a facilitator through her own project 'Earth Is `Ohana'. She co-authored 'Compassion In Crisis: Learning To Live in an Age of Disaster'. Amisha and Kailea talk...
2020-11-261h 24
Earth and Spirit PodcastWe Are All Family: Kailea Frederick on Whole-Earth Kinship and ResponsibilityKailea Frederick is a bridge-building climate activist, writer, consultant, and mother with Black and First Nations heritage. In this conversation, Kailea reflects on living deeply out of a sense of place, the existential threat of wildfires, and what it means to expand our sense of family, reciprocity, and responsibility to include the more-than-human world.
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2020-10-2354 min
For The WildDeeplyRooted: Remembering Back into Ourselves with KAILEA FREDERICK /173 Kailea offers a this experiential reading woven with simple movements to reawaken our inseparable connection to all of Creation, honoring mothers and caregivers who give of themselves so generously, and who are so deserving of moments of rest to cultivate wellness. Support the show
2020-04-2013 min