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Bookish Flights: Books, Author Interviews & Must-Read RecommendationsSun Safety & Escaping Through Books with Leah Koskinen (E141)Send us a textIn today’s episode, I am chatting with Leah Koskinen, a mom of two whose life changed six years ago when she was diagnosed with stage III melanoma. Now, as she navigates mom life and recovery, she devotes her time to promoting sun safety awareness on Instagram, chasing her kids around, and reading as many books as she can!Leah shares her passion for sun safety, her favorite sunscreens, and essential skincare tips. We also discuss books—how reading throughout the day creates a sense of accomplishment and how certain books prov...2025-04-0935 min
My Inner Teacher Podcastep08: Kara-Leah on Identifying Areas That Need Attention & HealingIn this episode, Kara-Leah discusses her transformative journey from a rigid, intellectual pre-yoga life to a deeper understanding of self through yoga and the challenges of psychosis. They explore the importance of intuition, the role of resistance as a teacher, and how curiosity can lead to personal growth. Kara-Leah shares her experiences in a psych ward and how they shaped her understanding of her inner teacher, emphasizing the significance of daily practice and self-reflection in navigating life's challenges. In this engaging conversation, Kara-Leah and Peter explore the themes of personal growth, the importance of embodying truth and love, and...2025-04-0855 min
The Kara Goldin Show657 Leah Garcia: Founder & CEO of NULASTINOn this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we’re joined by Leah Garcia, Founder and CEO of NULASTIN, a brand that is transforming the beauty industry with groundbreaking elastin regeneration technology. Leah’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—she went from being a professional rodeo and mountain bike champion to building a multi-million-dollar business in the beauty space. With 39 issued patents and a commitment to delivering real results, NULASTIN is setting a new standard in hair, lash, and brow care.During our conversation, Leah shares the story behind NULASTIN—how she identified a gap in the market...2025-03-0534 min
The Kara Goldin Show644 Leah Solivan: Founder of TaskRabbitOn this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we’re joined by Leah Solivan, Founder of TaskRabbit. Leah transformed the future of work with TaskRabbit, the revolutionary on-demand marketplace that paved the way for the gig economy. She shares her journey of scaling TaskRabbit to an international business, operating in 44 cities, and leading its successful acquisition by IKEA.Now a General Partner at Fuel Capital, Leah supports world-changing ideas by investing in founders across industries like consumer tech and marketplaces. If you’re curious about innovation, building a disruptive business, or scaling for success, this episode is a must...2025-02-0331 min
Breaking PrecedentA Water Break: The Undaunted Journey of Kara Goldin and HintIn this episode of Breaking Precedent, host Leah Solivan talks with Kara Goldin, founder and CEO of Hint Water, to talk about her journey from AOL exec to beverage industry disruptor. Kara shares how her father’s influence, a knack for asking the right questions, and a fearless approach to problem-solving led her to create an entirely new category in drinks. She also opens up about learning from visionaries like Jeff Bezos, balancing entrepreneurship with family, and refusing to compromise on product integrity—despite having no industry experience.Guest Bio and Links:Kara...2025-01-301h 13
Unraveling MidlifeApproaches to Spirituality: panel discussion with Megan Macdonald and Kara-LeahA discussion between three spirituality minded folk: host Sarah Spence with recurring podcast guests Kara-Leah and Megan Macdonald to celebrate the 50th episode of Unraveling Midlife. Starting with the question of paths up the mountain, the conversation meanders to mountains plural, quotes from Osho, and classical tantra teachings.Kara-Leah is a yoga teacher, mentor, strategic communications consultant and a creative primarily influenced by the teachings of Tantrik Yoga. She also assists people seeking clarity or wanting to make sense of kundalini awakenings. Find more at www.karaleah.com and listen to the podcast interview episode 1 or the...2024-12-301h 03
Download Top Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Animals & NatureTransfarmation: The Movement to Free Us from Factory Farming by Leah GarcésPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/736811 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Transfarmation: The Movement to Free Us from Factory Farming Author: Leah Garcés Narrator: Erin Bennett Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 8 minutes Release date: September 17, 2024 Genres: Animals & Nature Publisher's Summary: The story of factory farmers, rescued farm animals, and rural communities standing up to big corporations and constructing their own new world that will change the way we eat In Transfarmation, president and CEO of Mercy For Animals Leah Garcés explains how food and farming policies have failed over decades and offers insights into the wave of ch...2024-09-1710 min
The Good Ol' Days PodcastEpisode 5 ~ Kara Ahmann - family band album recording, New York City and Berlin WallIn this episode, we learn about the life of Kara Ahmann! She was a traveling professional pianist who spent her education at Juilliard, lived in Germany when the wall fell and now is a piano teacher of over 50 students!2024-01-101h 04
Conversations with Musicians, with Leah RosemanBonus Track by Anže Rozman: Last Flight/Death from Phoenix for Solo flute and orchestraThis bonus track is connected to my in-depth conversation with composer Anže Rozman and his partner and colleague at Bleeding Fingers Music, Kara Talve. An excerpt of this piece was included in the main episode, and here is the complete 3rd movement of Phoenix for Solo Flute and orchestra by Anze Rozman, entitled Last Flight/Death. The solo flutist is Eva-Nina Kozmus, the conductor is George Pehlivanian and the orchestra is the Slovenian Philharmonic Orchestra.
Show notes, video, transcript, image gallery, main episode, all linked: https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/ane-rozman-and-kara-talve
Anže Rozman's Web...2023-09-0206 min
Conversations with Musicians, with Leah RosemanBonus Track: Kara Talve's Winter RhapsodyThis bonus track is connected to my in-depth conversation with Kara Talve and her partner and colleague at Bleeding Fingers Music, Anže Rozman. An excerpt of this piece was included in the main episode, and here is the complete performance of Winter Rhapsody by the Lancaster Symphony with conductor Stephen Gunzenhauser.
Show notes, main episode, video, transcript, all linked here: https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/ane-rozman-and-kara-talve
Kara Talve's Website: https://www.karatalve.com/2023-09-0207 min
Conversations with Musicians, with Leah RosemanAnže Rozman and Kara Talve: the music of Prehistoric Planet and Personal ReflectionsKara Talve and Anže Rozman are composers with Bleeding Fingers Music and together wrote with Hans Zimmer the acclaimed score to the incredible tv series Prehistoric Planet. I was so impressed by this series, and the first part of this episode digs into the unique instruments that were created for this powerful score, and the other part of this episode is a personal and in-depth conversation with Kara and Anže about their lives. They shared their individual stories about challenges, mentors, and have great advice for younger composers. In the show notes and linked to the podcast are...2023-09-021h 12
Conversations with Kara-LeahAdam Robertson on Transformational Festivals, Inclusivity and Safety in NZ
This conversation went to ALL the juicy places - the playful, the painful, the divine, and everything else in between.
We talk about Adam's personal journey with trauma and how he found healing. We get into hot-topic issues around gender, sexuality, identity, and Adam's experiences as a gay man in New Zealand. And we talk about making Transformational Festivals into spaces that are TRULY safe and inclusive because as much as we love these Festivals we also recognise how they could be better. Oh, and there's a bonus twerking lesson in there too! You're welcome.
Adam Robertson is a Neurosomatic Fac...2023-08-161h 18Conversations with Kara-LeahAdam Robertson on Transformational Festivals, Inclusivity and Safety in NZ
This conversation went to ALL the juicy places - the playful, the painful, the divine, and everything else in between.
We talk about Adam's personal journey with trauma and how he found healing. We get into hot-topic issues around gender, sexuality, identity, and Adam's experiences as a gay man in New Zealand. And we talk about making Transformational Festivals into spaces that are TRULY safe and inclusive because as much as we love these Festivals we also recognise how they could be better. Oh, and there's a bonus twerking lesson in there too! You're welcome.
Adam Robertson is a Neurosomatic Fac...2023-08-161h 18Conversations with Kara-LeahAaron Hendry on Faith, Social Justice & Why Love Is The Way
Aaron Hendry is a Youth Worker, rangatahi advocate, writer, and political commentator on social justice issues. In this episode, we focus on youth homelessness in Aotearoa and how Aaron's Christian faith motivates him to work with the most structurally marginalised people in our society. We also get into personal responsibility vs collective responsibility, ideologies of hate and fear, what it really means to 'be the change', and explore how Love can be the guiding force in our lives. Aaron is incredibly articulate and passionate. I can't recommend this episode enough.
Find Aaron here:
Substack • https://wlas.substack.com/
Instagram • https://www.inst...2023-08-0256 minConversations with Kara-LeahAaron Hendry on Faith, Social Justice & Why Love Is The Way
Aaron Hendry is a Youth Worker, rangatahi advocate, writer, and political commentator on social justice issues. In this episode, we focus on youth homelessness in Aotearoa and how Aaron's Christian faith motivates him to work with the most structurally marginalised people in our society. We also get into personal responsibility vs collective responsibility, ideologies of hate and fear, what it really means to 'be the change', and explore how Love can be the guiding force in our lives. Aaron is incredibly articulate and passionate. I can't recommend this episode enough.
Find Aaron here:
Substack • https://wlas.substack.com/
Instagram • https://www.inst...2023-08-0256 minConversations with Kara-LeahLara Charlotte on Plant Medicine, Astrology & Venus Retrograde
Join us for a playful and enlightening exploration of Lara's extensive experience with plants, planets, and prayer.
Lara spent over 5 years in full-time training with traditional shamanic plant medicines in the Peruvian Amazon, and she shares with us some of the depth of knowledge of that tradition and the power of plants as allies. Along the way, we talk about multi-dimensional reality, animism, and what it means to live inter-relationally. We also go deep into the current astrological reality, particularly the upcoming Venus retrograde from July 22 - September 3, 2023.
For more guidance and support with your Venus retrograde experience, check out Lara...2023-07-191h 27Conversations with Kara-LeahLara Charlotte on Plant Medicine, Astrology & Venus Retrograde
Join us for a playful and enlightening exploration of Lara's extensive experience with plants, planets, and prayer.
Lara spent over 5 years in full-time training with traditional shamanic plant medicines in the Peruvian Amazon, and she shares with us some of the depth of knowledge of that tradition and the power of plants as allies. Along the way, we talk about multi-dimensional reality, animism, and what it means to live inter-relationally. We also go deep into the current astrological reality, particularly the upcoming Venus retrograde from July 22 - September 3, 2023.
For more guidance and support with your Venus retrograde experience, check out Lara...2023-07-191h 27Conversations with Kara-LeahBLASE on Embodied Ecstatic Dance & Transformational Festivals
BLASE is an Auckland-based DJ and Embodied Ecstatic dance facilitator known for his diverse, multi-genre music journeys. I've had the delight of dancing to his incredible DJ sets, so I was fascinated to hear about how he found his way to facilitating ecstatic dance experiences in just a couple of short years, and what makes his sets so damn good. We also vibe on our mutual love of transformational festivals and share some tips and tricks on how to get the most out of these powerful containers. Plus there's some inside information on what really goes on in the...2023-07-0556 minConversations with Kara-LeahBLASE on Embodied Ecstatic Dance & Transformational Festivals
BLASE is an Auckland-based DJ and Embodied Ecstatic dance facilitator known for his diverse, multi-genre music journeys. I've had the delight of dancing to his incredible DJ sets, so I was fascinated to hear about how he found his way to facilitating ecstatic dance experiences in just a couple of short years, and what makes his sets so damn good. We also vibe on our mutual love of transformational festivals and share some tips and tricks on how to get the most out of these powerful containers. Plus there's some inside information on what really goes on in the...2023-07-0556 min
Restaurant PunkRestaurant Reality Check: Why Aren’t More Women in the Kitchen?You know that old song “I am woman, hear me roar?” Well, in this episode, Leah is a woman; hear her sound off on Yianni over comments made in a previous episode about why there aren’t many women in the kitchen (Pro or Faux: What Differentiates a Chef from a Cook: https://youtu.be/fis02ZNZ6Uo). Whether you call it a debate, an argument, or a lively discussion, Yianni and Leah are exchanging their strong opinions on questions including:Do women pass on the kitchen shifts because they make more money on the floor?Is there more p...2023-06-2213 minConversations with Kara-LeahTyran Mowbray on Sex, Masculinity & Being a Tantrik TradieA classic Aussie bloke working as a bricklayer, Tyran's been on an incredible journey. There's sex, drugs, bikie gangs, porn addiction, plenty of drama, and an intense downward spiral. All of which led Tyran into deep self-inquiry, a ton of learning and now the work he does today as a men's health and sex coach. We talk all things conscious sexuality and masculinity, including Tyran's experiences with ISTA, polyamory and porn, the importance of brotherhood, and more.
Find Tyran here:
Website • https://www.tyranmowbray.com/
Instagram • https://www.instagram.com/tyran.mowbray/
Facebook • https://www.facebook.com/TyranMowbray1
Credits
Audio • Luke Bowman
...2023-06-221h 22Conversations with Kara-LeahTyran Mowbray on Sex, Masculinity & Being a Tantrik TradieA classic Aussie bloke working as a bricklayer, Tyran's been on an incredible journey. There's sex, drugs, bikie gangs, porn addiction, plenty of drama, and an intense downward spiral. All of which led Tyran into deep self-inquiry, a ton of learning and now the work he does today as a men's health and sex coach. We talk all things conscious sexuality and masculinity, including Tyran's experiences with ISTA, polyamory and porn, the importance of brotherhood, and more.
Find Tyran here:
Website • https://www.tyranmowbray.com/
Instagram • https://www.instagram.com/tyran.mowbray/
Facebook • https://www.facebook.com/TyranMowbray1
Credits
Audio • Luke Bowman
...2023-06-221h 22Conversations with Kara-LeahLaura-Ellen on The Entrepreneur Journey & Untangling Money Shame
I adored this conversation with Laura-Ellen. Join us for real talk on our experiences with entrepreneurship - the good, the bad, the ugly, and the transformative. We go into burnout, money shame, how we're navigating the current economic downturn, and why sometimes it's beneficial to embrace day jobs and take a break from the hustle.
With a deep-rooted passion for sexual wellness and mental health, Laura's focus lies in the regeneration of individuals. She firmly believes that as women rejuvenate their bodies, they bring vibrancy not only to themselves but also to their families, friends, communities, and the entire ecosystem. Her...2023-06-071h 04Conversations with Kara-LeahLaura-Ellen on The Entrepreneur Journey & Untangling Money Shame
I adored this conversation with Laura-Ellen. Join us for real talk on our experiences with entrepreneurship - the good, the bad, the ugly, and the transformative. We go into burnout, money shame, how we're navigating the current economic downturn, and why sometimes it's beneficial to embrace day jobs and take a break from the hustle.
With a deep-rooted passion for sexual wellness and mental health, Laura's focus lies in the regeneration of individuals. She firmly believes that as women rejuvenate their bodies, they bring vibrancy not only to themselves but also to their families, friends, communities, and the entire ecosystem. Her...2023-06-071h 04
Restaurant PunkRestaurant Storytellers: Lies, Excuses, and Ridiculous Reasons for Being LateWhether you own a restaurant, manage one, or just pick up a few shifts serving tables, you’ve undoubtedly heard some of the many tall tales (read: bullsh*t stories) that are told to cover up mistakes, laziness, and tardiness. While it can be entertaining at times, it can be downright infuriating when it impacts business. From why the side work isn’t done to what kept them from arriving to work on time, Liz, Leah, and Peter and swapping stories and answering questions like:Do you ask someone to prove it/ call them out on their bullsh*t?Wh...2023-06-0614 minConversations with Kara-LeahRana Hamida on Identity Politics, the Refugee Experience & Finding True FreedomI loved this deep yet playful conversation with Rana Hamida. Rana is an incredible DJ, musician, singer, dancer, artistic director, and a Yin Yoga/Yoga Nidra guide who was born in Syria and was living there as a university student when the civil war began in 2011. Fleeing the conflict, Rana and her family came to New Zealand as refugees.
In unpacking this experience we explored how arriving in New Zealand enabled Rana to find freedom from the conditionings of her mind and how she started the embodiment journey of what’s true for her. We talked identity politics and what hap...2023-05-241h 19Conversations with Kara-LeahRana Hamida on Identity Politics, the Refugee Experience & Finding True FreedomI loved this deep yet playful conversation with Rana Hamida. Rana is an incredible DJ, musician, singer, dancer, artistic director, and a Yin Yoga/Yoga Nidra guide who was born in Syria and was living there as a university student when the civil war began in 2011. Fleeing the conflict, Rana and her family came to New Zealand as refugees.
In unpacking this experience we explored how arriving in New Zealand enabled Rana to find freedom from the conditionings of her mind and how she started the embodiment journey of what’s true for her. We talked identity politics and what hap...2023-05-241h 19Conversations with Kara-LeahKim Saama on being Sacred AND Sexual, plus Neo-Tantra and ISTA.There’s so much juicy content in here folks! Kim and I talked energetic orgasms, astral sex, hedonism, aging as a spiritual practice, yoni mapping AND anal mapping, and the joy of butt plugs for relaxation and pleasure.
Plus we also had a nuanced conversation about Kim’s experiences with ISTA (International School of Temple Arts) and her take on how the organization is responding to recent allegations of abuse and harm.
Kim is a sex and intimacy guide with qualifications in Education Psychology, massage, embodied counseling, somatic sexology, Tantra and sacred sexuality, erotic exploration through Yoga of Sex...2023-05-101h 17Conversations with Kara-LeahKim Saama on being Sacred AND Sexual, plus Neo-Tantra and ISTA.There’s so much juicy content in here folks! Kim and I talked energetic orgasms, astral sex, hedonism, aging as a spiritual practice, yoni mapping AND anal mapping, and the joy of butt plugs for relaxation and pleasure.
Plus we also had a nuanced conversation about Kim’s experiences with ISTA (International School of Temple Arts) and her take on how the organization is responding to recent allegations of abuse and harm.
Kim is a sex and intimacy guide with qualifications in Education Psychology, massage, embodied counseling, somatic sexology, Tantra and sacred sexuality, erotic exploration through Yoga of Sex...2023-05-101h 17Conversations with Kara-LeahRebecca Gunson on Navigating the ’Spiritual’ vs Mainstream Divide
I was curious to talk to Rebecca about her experiences of operating in both the mainstream and alternative worlds, and how these worlds can merge in productive ways. Rebecca experienced a spiritual awakening in her early twenties that resulted in a dramatic shift in her worldview and required some significant changes in her relationships with her friends and family. Rebecca now works in schools as a Dance Therapist and Expressive Arts Facilitator and that’s also been an opportunity to engage with people and systems operating from very different worldviews. We also talk about Water Ceremony, a practice that was gi...2023-04-281h 09Conversations with Kara-LeahRebecca Gunson on Navigating the ’Spiritual’ vs Mainstream Divide
I was curious to talk to Rebecca about her experiences of operating in both the mainstream and alternative worlds, and how these worlds can merge in productive ways. Rebecca experienced a spiritual awakening in her early twenties that resulted in a dramatic shift in her worldview and required some significant changes in her relationships with her friends and family. Rebecca now works in schools as a Dance Therapist and Expressive Arts Facilitator and that’s also been an opportunity to engage with people and systems operating from very different worldviews. We also talk about Water Ceremony, a practice that was gi...2023-04-281h 09
Restaurant PunkClosing Time: You Don't Have To Go Home But You Can't Eat HereIt’s 2 minutes to closing time – the restaurant is empty – and a group of people approaches your hostess stand looking for a table. Do you seat them, or do you tell them that you’re closed for the evening? Kate, Peter, and Leah are weighing the pros and cons of taking one last table at the end of the night and probing questions like: Does the size of the table, or how long it’s been since you had your last table, impact whether you’ll take the party or not?Should you check with the kitchen before you accept th...2023-04-2811 min
Everyone's Business (But Mine) with Kara BerryBye, Leah! Bye, Porsha!: A Reality TV Recap Roundup!Well, thanks to Netflix's disastrous attempt at a live reunion, this week we're unfortunately stuck with Kravis sealing their horniness forever and the latest from RHUGT!Follow me on Instagram, sign up for Patreon and more here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-171h 15Conversations with Kara-LeahMelissa Billington on Transmuting Ancestral Trauma: Turning Poison into PotionMelissa Billington is a talented yoga teacher, creatrix, inspiratrice, and also a dear friend of mine.
Born in Virginia, Melissa is the 13th lineal descendant of Pocahontas and she shares how she has worked to transmute her family’s ancestral trauma into healing. We also explore why and how Melissa has chosen to take her yoga off the mat and more widely into the world, particularly through water walks, praying for the water, and stand-up comedy.
Oh, and make sure you stick around until the end for a bonus performance from Melissa!
About Me...2023-04-141h 33Conversations with Kara-LeahMelissa Billington on Transmuting Ancestral Trauma: Turning Poison into PotionMelissa Billington is a talented yoga teacher, creatrix, inspiratrice, and also a dear friend of mine.
Born in Virginia, Melissa is the 13th lineal descendant of Pocahontas and she shares how she has worked to transmute her family’s ancestral trauma into healing. We also explore why and how Melissa has chosen to take her yoga off the mat and more widely into the world, particularly through water walks, praying for the water, and stand-up comedy.
Oh, and make sure you stick around until the end for a bonus performance from Melissa!
About Me...2023-04-141h 33
Restaurant PunkHairy Situations: Finding Someone's Lock in Your LunchWe’ve all been there – you’re starving as you sit down and order your food. Finally, after 15 minutes, it arrives at your table, and as you’re about to dig in, you see it: a hair. After carefully examining the color and length, you conclude it can’t be yours. So, what do you do? Pull it off the plate and keep eating, ask your server to bring you a new dish, or call for a manager to take the item off your check. Yianni, Noelle, George, and Leah are letting their hair down as they discuss questions, including...2023-04-1215 minConversations with Kara-LeahNinakaye Taane-Tinorau on Tinder, Sexuality & Porn
21 years ‘clean’ from drug & alcohol addiction and work in the sex industry, Ninakaye is a powerhouse of a woman who works in the New Zealand music industry and is also involved in sexual violence treatment and harm prevention.
In this episode, Ninakaye and I share some of our personal experiences of exploring sexuality and dating as older women, particularly Ninakaye’s experiences with Tinder and the problematic behavior of many men on these apps. We talked about the negative ways in which porn can influence sexual expression and also delved into what led Ninakaye into her current work w...2023-03-311h 09Conversations with Kara-LeahNinakaye Taane-Tinorau on Tinder, Sexuality & Porn
21 years ‘clean’ from drug & alcohol addiction and work in the sex industry, Ninakaye is a powerhouse of a woman who works in the New Zealand music industry and is also involved in sexual violence treatment and harm prevention.
In this episode, Ninakaye and I share some of our personal experiences of exploring sexuality and dating as older women, particularly Ninakaye’s experiences with Tinder and the problematic behavior of many men on these apps. We talked about the negative ways in which porn can influence sexual expression and also delved into what led Ninakaye into her current work w...2023-03-311h 09
Restaurant PunkBoss or B*tch: How Gender Impacts LeadershipIt's ladies' night on the Restaurant Punk set, and Noelle, Liz, Leah, and Kate are ready to b*tch about boss a** ladies getting less respect than less qualified men. From reflecting on the bosses that they've worked under to exploring how they manage their businesses today, they're getting into questions, including:What are the differences between male and female leaders?Is the power trip that often comes with a leadership position inevitable, regardless of gender?Do you believe that there is a double standard that causes people to perceive women as b*tches for the same actions...2023-03-3112 minConversations with Kara-LeahSophia de Fossard on Cults, High Demand Groups & Power Dynamics in the Spiritual CommunitySophia is a former social worker who moderates the Culty Conversations NZ Facebook group and I was eager to talk with her about the nature of cults and high-demand groups in New Zealand, particularly in the spiritual community.
Sophia shares her perspective on power, charismatic leaders and group dynamics, and what leaders and teachers in the spiritual community (like myself) need to be aware of to make sure they’re not unconsciously abusing power. We also specifically discuss these things in the context of ISTA, Highden Temple, and Eden Festival.
About Sophia:
Sophia de...2023-03-141h 21Conversations with Kara-LeahSophia de Fossard on Cults, High Demand Groups & Power Dynamics in the Spiritual CommunitySophia is a former social worker who moderates the Culty Conversations NZ Facebook group and I was eager to talk with her about the nature of cults and high-demand groups in New Zealand, particularly in the spiritual community.
Sophia shares her perspective on power, charismatic leaders and group dynamics, and what leaders and teachers in the spiritual community (like myself) need to be aware of to make sure they’re not unconsciously abusing power. We also specifically discuss these things in the context of ISTA, Highden Temple, and Eden Festival.
About Sophia:
Sophia de...2023-03-141h 21
Restaurant PunkLove In This Club: Relationships in the RestaurantIn the wise words of Usher…you say you're searchin' for somebody that'll take you out and do you right. Our advice? Don't follow in the singer's footsteps by looking for that love in the club, restaurant, or bar where you work. Yianni, Leah, and George are all guilty of working with a significant other at one point or another, so they're here to tell you why to swipe left on dating a coworker/boss/employee. Join them as they answer questions, including:How do you feel as an owner when two of your employees start dating?Have yo...2023-03-0714 minConversations with Kara-LeahLauren Hill on Online Bullying & Being UnapologeticIn 2022 one of Lauren’s Instagram posts for her coaching business was ridiculed by a satirical Instagram account that remixed and reshared her post, and other content from her business, over the course of several days.
What I love about Lauren’s story is that even as she was dealing with the pain and trauma of this experience she also saw it as an opportunity for initiation and growth. Lauren shares the intense emotional response she had to the bullying, the steps she took to process her emotions and support herself during this time, and the self-reflection and s...2023-03-011h 05Conversations with Kara-LeahLauren Hill on Online Bullying & Being UnapologeticIn 2022 one of Lauren’s Instagram posts for her coaching business was ridiculed by a satirical Instagram account that remixed and reshared her post, and other content from her business, over the course of several days.
What I love about Lauren’s story is that even as she was dealing with the pain and trauma of this experience she also saw it as an opportunity for initiation and growth. Lauren shares the intense emotional response she had to the bullying, the steps she took to process her emotions and support herself during this time, and the self-reflection and s...2023-03-011h 05
The Conscious Convo PodcastEp.29 - Kundalini Awakenings, Tantra and More with Kara-LeahAudible Book: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Sex-Drugs-Mostly-Yoga-Audiobook/B091DBVF1P
Kara-Leah is a much-loved Direct Realization Teacher and writer. She has impacted millions of people over the last decade through her articles, books, videos and teaching. Passionate about liberation in this lifetime, Kara-Leah practices and teaches an integrated householder path of spirituality that has emerged from her decades of practice. This path is primarily influenced by Trika Shaivism and focuses on realising the self, resolving trauma and patterns, and rejoicing in daily life. Kara-Leah is building a growing community of practitioners dedicated to this path and believes that lovi...2023-02-2854 minConversations with Kara-LeahDarren Bruce on Unresolved Childhood Sexual Experiences & Emotional Vulnerability in MenCW: This episode contains a discussion on resolving childhood sexual experiences.
Darren Bruce is a connection coach who discovered the power of emotional vulnerability and relational skills after a career in the military and fitness industry. Despite operating at an incredibly high level of physical skill and intensity in his military role, Darren realized he was unable to sit down and have an honest conversation with the people that he cared about.
Darren talks about how it took self-sabotaging his own business to make him realize how important relational skills are, particularly the willingness to have hard conversations and to face...2023-02-2159 minConversations with Kara-LeahDarren Bruce on Unresolved Childhood Sexual Experiences & Emotional Vulnerability in MenCW: This episode contains a discussion on resolving childhood sexual experiences.
Darren Bruce is a connection coach who discovered the power of emotional vulnerability and relational skills after a career in the military and fitness industry. Despite operating at an incredibly high level of physical skill and intensity in his military role, Darren realized he was unable to sit down and have an honest conversation with the people that he cared about.
Darren talks about how it took self-sabotaging his own business to make him realize how important relational skills are, particularly the willingness to have hard conversations and to face...2023-02-2159 minConversations with Kara-LeahEllie Wilde on Life after ISTA & The Power of MenopauseEllie Wilde is a Trauma Trained Transformational Guide, who, through her life’s struggles and 20+ years of training and service has become an activist and revolutionary for Conscious and Embodied Relating.
In this conversation, we dive into her journey with ISTA (International School of Temple Arts), some of the issues with this organization, and why she ultimately chose to step away. We also talked about the power of slowing down, particularly during menopause, and how crucial it is to listen to the wisdom of our bodies at every stage of our life
In recent years El...2023-02-151h 02Conversations with Kara-LeahEllie Wilde on Life after ISTA & The Power of MenopauseEllie Wilde is a Trauma Trained Transformational Guide, who, through her life’s struggles and 20+ years of training and service has become an activist and revolutionary for Conscious and Embodied Relating.
In this conversation, we dive into her journey with ISTA (International School of Temple Arts), some of the issues with this organization, and why she ultimately chose to step away. We also talked about the power of slowing down, particularly during menopause, and how crucial it is to listen to the wisdom of our bodies at every stage of our life
In recent years El...2023-02-151h 02Conversations with Kara-LeahHarshada on Dealing with Sexual Abuse Scandals in Yoga and Tantra LineagesDavid Harshada Wagner is a master meditation instructor, author, artist, dad, and wisdom teacher with more than 25 years of teaching experience.
He's classically trained in the wisdom traditions of Yoga, Bhakti, Vedanta, and Tantra, his teachings come from his decades of working with people helping them learn to live more fulfilling, soul-centred, purpose-driven lives. He's known as a 'teacher of teachers' due to the depth of his experience.
The Sanskrit name Harshada was given to him by Gurumayi Chidvilasananda in 1996, meaning "the bringer of joy, laughter, and delight". He lived and worked in Gurumayi's ashram...2023-02-141h 13Conversations with Kara-LeahHarshada on Dealing with Sexual Abuse Scandals in Yoga and Tantra LineagesDavid Harshada Wagner is a master meditation instructor, author, artist, dad, and wisdom teacher with more than 25 years of teaching experience.
He's classically trained in the wisdom traditions of Yoga, Bhakti, Vedanta, and Tantra, his teachings come from his decades of working with people helping them learn to live more fulfilling, soul-centred, purpose-driven lives. He's known as a 'teacher of teachers' due to the depth of his experience.
The Sanskrit name Harshada was given to him by Gurumayi Chidvilasananda in 1996, meaning "the bringer of joy, laughter, and delight". He lived and worked in Gurumayi's ashram...2023-02-141h 13Conversations with Kara-LeahDane Tomas on How the New Age has Failed and Who He REALLY Serves (it’s not Lucifer)This episode was originally recorded in November 2022.
Dane is a fascinating human to dialogue with because he's a voracious information consumer, assimilator and systemiser. He looks at human behaviour through a systems lens and sees beyond black and white, good and bad, right and wrong.
He both adores the New Age swamp, as he calls it, and has no qualms calling out its more questionable behaviour - despite being part of the thing he's riffing about.
He's been a telemarketer, excelled at leveraging the algorithms on Facebook for organic scaling and selling, and has a knack for predicting what's coming next...2023-02-131h 27Conversations with Kara-LeahDane Tomas on How the New Age has Failed and Who He REALLY Serves (it’s not Lucifer)This episode was originally recorded in November 2022.
Dane is a fascinating human to dialogue with because he's a voracious information consumer, assimilator and systemiser. He looks at human behaviour through a systems lens and sees beyond black and white, good and bad, right and wrong.
He both adores the New Age swamp, as he calls it, and has no qualms calling out its more questionable behaviour - despite being part of the thing he's riffing about.
He's been a telemarketer, excelled at leveraging the algorithms on Facebook for organic scaling and selling, and has a knack for predicting what's coming next...2023-02-131h 27Conversations with Kara-LeahYoga Teacher Kylie Rook on How Completing 1000 Days of Ucchāra Practice Helped Heal Anxiety and MoreThis episode was originally recorded in October 2022 to celebrate Kylie Rook's successful completion of 1000 Days in a row of Ucchāra Practice.
Kylie attended a Direct Realization Training with Kara-Leah in January 2020, where she learned Ucchāra and made the commitment to show up every day to the practice, no matter what.
And she did it!
We discuss what it was like to keep that commitment, and the results she noticed along the way.
Kylie is ridiculously qualified to talk about all aspects of the body/mind - she has a Bac...2023-02-1253 minConversations with Kara-LeahYoga Teacher Kylie Rook on How Completing 1000 Days of Ucchāra Practice Helped Heal Anxiety and MoreThis episode was originally recorded in October 2022 to celebrate Kylie Rook's successful completion of 1000 Days in a row of Ucchāra Practice.
Kylie attended a Direct Realization Training with Kara-Leah in January 2020, where she learned Ucchāra and made the commitment to show up every day to the practice, no matter what.
And she did it!
We discuss what it was like to keep that commitment, and the results she noticed along the way.
Kylie is ridiculously qualified to talk about all aspects of the body/mind - she has a Bac...2023-02-1253 minConversations with Kara-LeahClaire Eli on Moving from Anxiety to Confidence, The Spiral and Her Experiences with ISTAThis episode was originally recorded in July 2022, and details Claire Eli's journey from anxiety to confidence.
Claire has spent the last decade studying the body and mind and draws from many different practices including; yoga, mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, and embodiment practices.
She talks about being paralysed by chronic anxiety, negative self-talk, and body shame and what eventually led to her finding her way out.
And yes, she also shares some insightful anecdotes into the ISTA Training she attended in London a few years ago. More on Claire Eli here.
More from...2023-02-1152 minConversations with Kara-LeahClaire Eli on Moving from Anxiety to Confidence, The Spiral and Her Experiences with ISTAThis episode was originally recorded in July 2022, and details Claire Eli's journey from anxiety to confidence.
Claire has spent the last decade studying the body and mind and draws from many different practices including; yoga, mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, and embodiment practices.
She talks about being paralysed by chronic anxiety, negative self-talk, and body shame and what eventually led to her finding her way out.
And yes, she also shares some insightful anecdotes into the ISTA Training she attended in London a few years ago. More on Claire Eli here.
More from...2023-02-1152 minConversations with Kara-LeahEmbodied Ecstatic Dance Teacher & Trainer Sarsha Hope on Teacher/Student Dynamic & EthicsThis episode was originally recorded on July 26, 2022, in the wake of Sarsha stepping down from co-facilitating a retreat with Matiu Te Huki because of her ethical concerns.
Our conversation begins just after Sarsha led a beautiful meditation - hence me thanking her! The ending is a little abrupt because we were recording Live on YouTube at the time.
Sarsha has over 30 years of movement and teaching experience and has a gift of bringing people into connection with themselves, each other, and the earth. She has hosted many retreats. workshops and rituals around the world. She c...2023-02-101h 20Conversations with Kara-LeahEmbodied Ecstatic Dance Teacher & Trainer Sarsha Hope on Teacher/Student Dynamic & EthicsThis episode was originally recorded on July 26, 2022, in the wake of Sarsha stepping down from co-facilitating a retreat with Matiu Te Huki because of her ethical concerns.
Our conversation begins just after Sarsha led a beautiful meditation - hence me thanking her! The ending is a little abrupt because we were recording Live on YouTube at the time.
Sarsha has over 30 years of movement and teaching experience and has a gift of bringing people into connection with themselves, each other, and the earth. She has hosted many retreats. workshops and rituals around the world. She c...2023-02-101h 20
Restaurant PunkRide or Die Restaurant Owners: The Dirty Work of Washing DishesWhen you consider what a restaurant owner might be responsible for, you may think that “washing dishes” would only end up on their to-do list when hell freezes over. Well…pull out your parkas because winter is coming! On this week’s episode, we’re discussing what it means for the rest of the restaurant staff when an owner starts doing dirty work – think busing tables, scraping plates, and taking out the trash. Leah, Noelle, and Yianni discuss: When it’s super busy and the restaurant owner or manager jumps in to help, does it annoy you, make you respect the...2023-02-0913 minConversations with Kara-LeahAhly Titchener on Skilfully Working with Anxiety, Grief & Rage at the NZ Parliament Protest Feb-Mar 2022This conversation was originally recorded in May 2022.
In this conversation, we explore the role of Anxiety, Grief and Rage, and how Ahly was able to work with these emotional states throughout the highly polarised time leading up to the Profest occupation at Parliament grounds.
On February 7, 2022, a Freedom Convoy converged on Parliament Grounds in Wellington. Tents were put up, and occupation began which lasted 23 days.
Since then, I've been having conversations with people who were on the ground.
As time moves on, the nature of those conversations is beginning to change...2023-02-0958 minConversations with Kara-LeahAhly Titchener on Skilfully Working with Anxiety, Grief & Rage at the NZ Parliament Protest Feb-Mar 2022This conversation was originally recorded in May 2022.
In this conversation, we explore the role of Anxiety, Grief and Rage, and how Ahly was able to work with these emotional states throughout the highly polarised time leading up to the Profest occupation at Parliament grounds.
On February 7, 2022, a Freedom Convoy converged on Parliament Grounds in Wellington. Tents were put up, and occupation began which lasted 23 days.
Since then, I've been having conversations with people who were on the ground.
As time moves on, the nature of those conversations is beginning to change...2023-02-0958 minConversations with Kara-LeahThe Pub Owner, the Politician and the Protest. Alistair Boyce on NZ Parliament Occupation 2022.This episode was originally recorded in March 2022 as part of a series where I spoke to people intimately involved in the NZ Parliament Protest Feb 8 - March 2, 2022.
Alistair is the owner of the Backbencher Pub in Wellington, which was on the outskirts of the Protest. The pub ended up operating as 'neutral' ground as Alistair used his contacts to attempt to mediate between the protestors, the politicians and the media.
This is Alistair's perspective on what the Protest was really like - compared to the mainstream media reports - and on the role he played. ...2023-02-081h 15Conversations with Kara-LeahThe Pub Owner, the Politician and the Protest. Alistair Boyce on NZ Parliament Occupation 2022.This episode was originally recorded in March 2022 as part of a series where I spoke to people intimately involved in the NZ Parliament Protest Feb 8 - March 2, 2022.
Alistair is the owner of the Backbencher Pub in Wellington, which was on the outskirts of the Protest. The pub ended up operating as 'neutral' ground as Alistair used his contacts to attempt to mediate between the protestors, the politicians and the media.
This is Alistair's perspective on what the Protest was really like - compared to the mainstream media reports - and on the role he played. ...2023-02-081h 15Conversations with Kara-LeahWhy This Podcast is All About Spirituality, Sexuality, Power and AwakeningWelcome to Episode Zero, recorded in February 2023. I outline the origins of this podcast, which began three years ago with a YouTube series.
Find out more about me, my background, and how I intend on holding the space in these conversations.
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Graphic Design • Tara Spice2023-02-0633 minConversations with Kara-LeahWhy This Podcast is All About Spirituality, Sexuality, Power and AwakeningWelcome to Episode Zero, recorded in February 2023. I outline the origins of this podcast, which began three years ago with a YouTube series.
Find out more about me, my background, and how I intend on holding the space in these conversations.
More from Kara-Leah
Conversations with Kara-Leah on Video • YouTube Playlist
Web: https://karaleah.com/
The Toolbox: https://toolbox.karaleah.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karaleah108
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karaleah108
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraLeah
Credits
Audio • Luke Bowman
Music • Sexy Urban Beats by PenguinMusic
Photo • Pete Longworth
Graphic Design • Tara Spice2023-02-0633 min
Restaurant PunkThe Pros and Costs of Splitting ChecksWhen dining out, it may seem like ‘no big deal’ when you ask your server to split the check 2-3-10 different ways, but what are the actual impacts on the business? Yes, it’s a pain in the a**, but it also comes with added fees for the business owner, added time and work for the server, increased turn-time for the table, and more. On the other hand, sometimes there are customers who won’t patronize your business at all if they can’t split the check. Do the cons outweigh the pros? Are the b*tch fits that some...2023-01-2412 min
Restaurant PunkBar Boundaries: Careless Colleagues and Creepy CustomersThey say that how you do anything is how you do everything in life.Careless Colleagues When there’s a lot going on in life – or when you just got too high before your shift – it’s easy to become careless when it comes to the finer details at work. So, what are your limits when it comes to a colleague or employee being careless, slow, or just plain lazy? Does it make a difference if they’re consistently inconsistent or if it’s only an occasional occurrence?Creepy CustomersWhat about your boundaries wi...2023-01-1916 min
Restaurant PunkJust the Tip: When You Should Add GratuityYianni, Leah, and Liz are going deep into the question on everyone's mind: when should I leave a tip? When you sit down at a restaurant to eat, the answer is clear, and the same can usually be said when you pull a stool up to the bar to grab a drink. But what about your gas station attendant (yes, we're recording from NJ), the person who made your meatball sub at Wawa, or the drive-through attendant at Dunkin'? Would your answer change if we said Starbucks? Let's get personal...how about your wife? Or your side-piece...? (Ok, maybe ju...2023-01-1219 min
Restaurant PunkNot All Bars Are Built The SameJoin Leah, Liz, and Noelle as they revisit their careers working at every type of bar you can imagine, including speakeasy-type destinations, sports bars, nightclubs, and everything in between. The ladies of Restaurant Punk dig into the pros and cons of different experiences in the beverage service industry - from the just-turned-21-year-old who doesn't realize there isn't any rum in her mojito to that a**hole who thinks that you should "take care of him" (read: steal drinks for him from your employer) just because he tips you.2023-01-1015 min
The Conscious Action Podcast by Brian BernemanEpisode 108 with Kara-Leah - Awakening, liberation & power dynamicsOn this episode we talk with Kara-Leah, a much-loved Direct Realization Tantra Teacher and writer. Passionate about liberation in this lifetime, she practices and teaches an integrated householder path of awakening. This path is grounded in Classical Tantra focuses on using the process of compassionate inquiry to reveal the conditioned mind, and so helps people to drop down into being-ness and presence.We explore embodiment, inviting movement & exploring, power dynamics, the role of teachers & participants, taking responsibility, clarity on boundaries, abuse of power, trust & intuition, trauma & patterns, how we respond, how to create safe spaces, holding others...2022-08-2354 min
The Doorway to Self PodcastEp.64: Healthy Emotionality 101Have you been suffering from emotional outbursts, lashing out in ways where you begin to wonder if it was even “you”, dysfunctional communication in relationships, a disconnect from Self, and/or shame around feeling emotions like anger, depression, or frustration? Then this episode is for you. Rachel covers it all: What are “negative” emotions (truly), how we have been divorced from our allowance to feel our emotions, how to be able to have healthy communications with ourselves and others about our emotions, tools for working with our feelings, and the epic assistance that personal astrology can give in these moments...2022-05-1949 min
Witches, Magic, Murder, & MysteryWITCH: Kentucky’s Leah SmockToday, learn all about Leah Smock, who had the misfortune of being beautiful AND intelligent AND female in the 1800s. Her death is the only recorded instance of an accused witch being burned alive in the United States. Our Tuesday episodes are usually shorter than our Friday episodes, focusing on topics we didn’t think we could do a full episode on, and often sent in by you guys! There’s bonus content, ad-free episodes, and other perks on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/witchesmagicmurdermystery Podcast store: https://witches-magic-murder-mystery-podcast-store.myshopify.com So...2022-04-1214 min
Kara Murri PodcastFinding Peace in Our Hard Situations | Seeking JesusFinding peace in our hard situations can be a challenge. When we do our best, and seek Jesus, we can find that peace even if we are unsure how things are going to turn out. Leah, Rachel and Jacob had no idea how things were going to be turning out in their lives. With a […]2022-03-0223 min
Mind Body Detox Podcast7: Detox Your Money MindsetLet's get REAL about one of the biggest areas that needs healing: MONEY!It's time to DETOX the way we think about, make, spend, and interact with currency! Integrative Intuitive Medium Kara Lovehart and guest Shamanic Energy Alchemist, Michele Lefler, discuss the ways we perpetuate scarcity, lack attacks, and negative money mindsets in our lives, especially in the world of healing & spirituality.They also touch on their personal experiences in their local region with poverty mindset, capitalism, and the connection between personal value & money.Work with Michele Lefler and learn about her pr...2021-09-201h 00