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Unpacking StoriesTo All The Trips We Missed | The Stories of Our Travels with Shannon Talley and Nasreen HussainLet’s get this party started! For this final episode of season two I wanted to do something a little different and talk about travel stories. I sat down with two of my great friends, Shannon and Nasreen to talk all things travel from: food, getting proposed to by strangers, spontaneous tattoos, and spending time in an elephant sanctuary -- just to name a few. While we can’t wait to have our passports stamped once again, we’re excited to take a trip down memory lane recalling our memorable travel experiences. So sit back, and enjoy the episode! I’m al...
2021-05-101h 29
Unpacking StoriesPain and Perspective | The Story of Enzo DomingoThis week’s storyteller is Enzo Domingo! Enzo dives into his journey of personal growth, life lessons, heartbreak, and finding comedy through it all… literally. We chat about his transition through majors in school, the ambition he had jumping into video production, and how he landed a job as a Studio Director before graduation. As many hopeless romantics do, he made a pivot from New Jersey to Virginia for both love and his career and takes us through that time in his life and what he’s up to now! From improv classes to virtual comedy shows, Enzo talks about...
2021-05-031h 02
Unpacking StoriesMind and Body Balance | The Story of Registered Dietitian, Business Owner, and Podcaster Toni MarinucciHello and welcome to another episode of Unpacking Stories! I’m so stoked to introduce this week’s storyteller **drumroll please** Toni Marinucci! Toni is a fellow podcaster of the Tips With Toni Podcast, Registered Dietitian, Health and Wellness coach whose passion is to help people live happier and healthier lives. Toni takes us through some of the happiest moments growing up on Long Island to recalling some of her darkest moments with her relationship with food. We dive into her process of slowing down, becoming introspective, and getting honest with herself about navigating her relationships with food...
2021-04-261h 18
Unpacking StoriesHome Is Where The Heart Is | The Story of Ogulcan SahinHello friends and welcome back to another episode of Unpacking Stories! From enjoying Kafta and kicking a soccer ball in the streets of Istanbul, Turkey to venturing to the US, today’s storyteller Ogulcan is taking us through his journey. He recalls the special realization he had the moment he received his diploma. He talks about moving to the US alone at age 22 and the tough conversations he had with his friends and family before coming to New York City. We discuss his explorations of Miami and San Diego as well as making ends meet in America. We...
2021-04-1953 min
Unpacking Stories"Weathering" Life | The Story of Meteorologist Addison GreenWelcome back to Unpacking Stories! Did you know that if you are a storm-chaser and you see a tornado, you reward yourself with a steak dinner? Well this week’s storyteller is Meteorologist Addison Green. Addison talks about the time he saw not one, not two, but thirteen tornadoes in Kansas. If you love weather, or hearing about weather phenomena from someone who has experienced them firsthand, you need to hear Addison's story! Addison takes us through his journey being raised by two educators, making the pivot from computer science to meteorology and talks about the opportunity he...
2021-04-121h 14
Unpacking StoriesWhere I Am, Where I've Been, Where I'm going | The Story of AashnaWelcome back, friends!!! I hope you are all doing well and having an amazing week. This week's storyteller is Aashna. Aashna dives into her journey growing up in India, having the privilege to attend boarding school in Singapore, and going to college in the US. She shares her experience majoring in Psychology and Theater and tells us about the time she directed a play about psychological torture for her thesis and the color psychology behind the production. Aashna shares her journey with grief and we dive into the realities of finding a therapist you connect with. Aashna gives tips...
2021-04-051h 26
Unpacking StoriesUnpacking Stories Season Two | TrailerWelcome back to Season Two of Unpacking Stories! Oftentimes the most inspiring stories are the ones that surround us. From finding a home in a new country, becoming your own boss, storm chasing, overcoming life’s challenges, and sometimes scary travel experiences. Each week Mel will ‘unpack’ her guests’ stories, their path, and the pivotal moments in their lives! 🎙Social Media & Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/Unpackingstories ✉️ Email me: unpackingstories@gmail.com 🎶 Music by: GurtyBeats https://linktr.ee/gurtybeats
2021-03-3100 min
Unpacking StoriesUnder Construction | The Story of Producer, Singer and Actress Desiree Vazquez (Reé Of Lyte)Happy Monday, friends! This week’s storyteller is Desiree Vazquez, a queen of many talents. She takes us through her life: from growing up in the Bronx, to venturing out on her own in California. Desiree shares the struggles and successes of her journey as a producer, singer, and actress. Desiree talks about growing up quickly, toxic relationships, re-discovering herself, her craft, and finding inner-peace through it all. She is truly a Reé Of Lyte! Thank you so much for all of your support throughout the first collection of stories. We look forward to bringing you...
2021-01-111h 20
Unpacking StoriesGratifying Life Experiences | The Story of Shannon TalleyHey Friends! Sending so much love and light to you in this new year. This week's storyteller is Shannon Talley. She is the host and mastermind behind the Blerds and Nerds Podcast. She shares stories about growing up in NYC, the Disney ride that sparked a fear of elevators, her drive to always go after her goals, and what inspired her to start her first podcast. We talk about her career in TV production and technical directing. Shannon also tells us about the time she made a big mistake during a job interview for the Maury Show...
2021-01-041h 03
Unpacking StoriesComida Es Mi Lenguaje De Amor | The Story of Chef and Entrepreneur Josue ChanduviHappy New Year’s, friends! Today’s storyteller is Josue Chanduvi. Josue is the Chef and Owner of the restaurant “Grandma’s Spanish Kitchen.” He shares stories about his upbringing and some serendipitous encounters that led to life lessons beyond starting a business at 19. Josue talks about the time he had recurring dreams about his grandmother, which inspired him to open his own Candy Shop. Josue expresses the struggles and success of opening up his first restaurant inspired by the Cuban and Peruvian cuisine he grew up with (Grandma’s Spanish Kitchen was recently featured in Travel + Leisure “The 50 Best Places to...
2020-12-281h 50
Unpacking StoriesChicago vs. New York Pizza | The Story of Foodie and Sound Engineer Rani MackevichToday we have Bulls’ fan, Chicago-raised, Brooklyn-based foodie, Rani Mack! We chat growing up in Chicago, living in Israel, moving to NYC, and her journey as a sound engineer for various concerts. She shares her memorable NYC stories and we discuss pizza. Chicago or New York style pizza? You tell us! Please rate, review, subscribe, like and all that good stuff! Thanks so much and enjoy! 🎧Rani Mack: https://www.instagram.com/ranimack/ 🎙Social Media & Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/Unpackingstories ✉️ Email me: unpackingstories@gmail.com 🎶 Music by...
2020-12-2147 min
Unpacking StoriesFrom PR to Nursing. Add The Wine! | The Story of Alyssa CremeansFrom her love for German food to humanitarian medical service trips, Alyssa takes us through her journey which includes a career change from Public Relations to an 11-month accelerated Nursing program. We talk about her first job post-grad working at one of the first COVID-19 testing sites. She shares the good, bad, and even some funny stories of her time there. Alyssa also takes us through her experience writing and self-publishing a dessert cookbook (“The Happy Mason Jar”) and the best wines from all over the world that could be paired with each delightful treat! So, pour yourself a glas...
2020-12-141h 09
Unpacking StoriesSurviving to Thriving | The Story of Daniel OffmanHappy Monday! This week I sit down with my father, Daniel as he takes us through his journey growing up in El Salvador and the events that led him to leave during the country’s civil war. We dive into his life as a young man in the United States and Canada. We talk about struggles and achievements, and the people who played a pivotal role in his life. He even gives some amazing car maintenance tips everyone should know to save some coin! (TW/CW: War & Depression discussed) Social Media & Podcast Links: ht...
2020-12-072h 04
Unpacking StoriesThe Journey to Joy | The Story of Joyfully Chrissy LeeToday’s storyteller is Christina! Christina is the inspiring and wonderful founder of ‘Being Joyfully You’ (An incredible group dedicated to spreading joy and connecting with one another!). We talk about: navigating motherhood at 21, marriage, divorce, maintaining joy in each season of life, and learning to forgive yourself. Please rate review and subscribe! (TW/CW: Body Image & Abortion discussed) Christina: https://www.instagram.com/beingjoyfullyyou/ https://www.instagram.com/joyfully_chrissylee/ Social Media & Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/Unpackingstories Email me: unpackingstories@gmail.com...
2020-11-301h 17
Unpacking StoriesUnpacking Stories | IntroWelcome! This is the intro to Unpacking Stories and a few of the many reasons I was inspired to start this collection of stories. Many thanks to everyone who has given their time and energy to me and this podcast. I’m so grateful to all of you for taking the time to listen and watch! The first episode will be out tomorrow morning. Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/Unpackingstories Email me: unpackingstories@gmail.com Music by: GurtyBeats https://linktr.ee/gurtybeats Instagram: https://www.insta...
2020-11-2905 min
Unpacking StoriesUnpacking Stories | TrailerOftentimes the most inspiring stories are the ones that surround us. These are the ones of our parents, friends, neighbors, or maybe even an acquaintance. From changing careers to growing up in the midst of a war, and everything in between. Each week Mel will ‘unpack’ her guests’ stories, their path, and the pivotal moments in their lives! Music by: GurtyBeats https://linktr.ee/gurtybeats
2020-11-2400 min