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The Curious IntrovertANNOUNCEMENT! New name & logoMeredith for Real: the curious introvert is now The Curious Introvert!When I started this show in 2019, there were a few other shows with the words curious & introvert in them, but fewer with the name Meredith. Now that time has passed, there’s more room in the podcast landscape for a more concise name. So, I introduce you: The curious introvert podcast. It’s still the great content you’ve come to love: curious, nuanced episodes largely featuring experts, philosophers, researchers & journalists to inspect societal taboos & cultural blind spots.But I also hope to brin...
2026-03-2001 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 315: Is Asexuality an Orientation or a Symptom?What happens when attraction never shows up? Why does this label matter? Tony Bogaert, PhD, is the professor of health sciences at Brock University in Ontario, Canada where he has taught & conducted research for the last 30 years, primarily in the area of human sexuality. He’s also the author of Understanding Asexuality. In this episode, you’ll learn the difference between asexuality & sexual aversion disorder, celibacy & autism as well as how someone might be asexual, but also be married with children. We talk about asexual pop culture icons, historical figures & evolution. ...
2025-10-2744 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 308: How to Think Impossibly: Precognition, Poltergeists & TimeCan we take psi seriously while maintaining critical thinking? Jeffrey Kripal, PhD, explores the YES AND of the ordinary & extraordinary. You’ll hear about precognition, poltergeists, Skinwalker Ranch, time travel, demons & X-Men. Jeffrey Kripal, PhD is the J. Newton Rayzor Chair in Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University in Houston, Texas. He is also the author or co-author of thirteen books including, How to Think Impossibly: about souls, ufos, time, belief and everything else. If you like this episode, you’ll also like episode 287: IF ALIENS ARE REAL, WHY DOES NO ONE...
2025-09-0858 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 215 | The Hoarder Within Us: The Psychology of Our StuffDr. David Tolin is the Founder & Director of the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, the author of over 200 scientific journal articles & even received the Award for Lifetime Contribution to Psychology from the CT Psychological Association, but you may recognize him from the reality TV series Hoarders, The OCD Project or My Shopping Addiction. In this episode he shares what diagnosing hoarding disorder looks like, what brain scans reveal & the myth of trauma.If you liked this episode, you’ll also like episode 63: NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH HACKS BY MEREDITHGuest: https://drtolin.com/ho...
2023-11-2736 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 208 |Trigger Warnings: Making Us Fragile or Helping Us Heal?Nikki Eisenhauer is a licensed professional counselor, chemical dependency counselor, and professional psychotherapist. She is also an incest & abuse survivor. In this episode, we discuss if trigger warnings are a tool for healing or a crutch for victimhood, we explore symptoms that your entire childhood may warrant a trigger warning, what actual trauma is, how not to manipulate ourselves & the best way to support those with trauma without absorbing their pain.If you like this episode, you’ll also like episode 136: VIRTUE SIGNALING: CAN WE MAKE IT STOP? NACHOS & NARCISSISM Guest: https://www.emo...
2023-10-0940 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 172 | Meredith Q & A: Seashells, Podcasting & PoopAdam Schaeuble takes over as host & interviews me! Adam is my podcasting coach & host of the podcast Podcasting Business School. In this episode, you’ll hear about the weird thing kid Meredith made everyone do when they came to her house, how I prep for & track down guests, my dream guests, what I think of my listeners & how my husband & I met.If you liked this episode, you’ll also like episode 112: AUTHENTIC PARADOX: SURFING, STRIP CLUS & REINCARNATIONGuest Host: https://www.podcastingbusiness.school/ | https://www.instagram.com/podcastingbusinessschool/Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ ...
2023-01-3046 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 162 | Why am I Not Happy? Ancient Brains & Modern EmotionsDr. Loretta Breuning was unconvinced by prevailing theories on human motivation & after researching the animal origins of our brain chemicals, wrote the book Habits of a Happy Brain. Here she shares why we find ourselves saying, “I shouldn’t be so unhappy! I have everything I need” or doing late-night shopping at the expense of your savings account, drinking more than we said we would, or going back into that bad relationship. She breaks down each brain chemical in plain language, philosophical vs physical happiness, & why our expectation of constant happiness can be a source of chronic distress.If yo...
2022-11-2139 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 147 | Garbage Lasagna & Landfill Farts: The Science of TrashMeredith Danberg-Ficarelli is a zero waste consultant and executive director of Common Ground Compost, a New York organization dedicated to waste reduction through zero waste program design, staff training, education, advocacy, collection & compost. Here she explains how trash & recycling really work, the socioeconomic dynamics in environmental causes & how we can be less trashy.If you liked this episode, you’ll also like episode 118: GMO MOSQUITOES?! ETHICS, DISEASE BURDEN & THE FUTUREGuest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithdf/ | https://www.instagram.com/_garbagequeen_/ | https://www.instagram.com/commoncompost/ | https://www.facebook.com/commongroundcompost | https://commongroundcompost.com/
2022-08-0844 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 92 | Mental Health Mixtape: The Best Episode Clips for WellnessThese clips from 12 episodes feature the BEST mental health hacks, perspectives, and advice from experts. You’ll hear how about guilt-free self-care & boundaries from mental health professionals, learn the difference between depression & sadness, how an adventure journalist shed her fear in order to live, how to recognize cult recruitment & more!Click here to save a spot at my next ZOOM Room Mingle to meet other listeners & chat with me: https://forms.gle/rAHypH4NjAr9VuJE9 Some links are Amazon affiliate links. I make a small commission when you order the item 24 hours from clicking, at no...
2021-07-1928 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 91 | Entrepreneurial Mixtape: The Best Episode Clips for MotivationThese clips from 7 episodes feature the BEST business inspiration from each guest. You’ll hear an HR manager share how to find your passion at the job you’re already at, a convicted felon turned millionaire describe commitment & a pole fitness dancer on how to listen to your intuition when making choices & more!Click here to save a spot at my next ZOOM Room Mingle to meet other listeners & chat with me: https://forms.gle/rAHypH4NjAr9VuJE9 Some links are Amazon affiliate links. I make a small commission when you order the item 24 hours from...
2021-07-1234 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 90 | Purity Culture in a Cult: Confessions of a Teenage Jesus JerkThe highlight of teenage Tony Dushane’s existence was the short car ride with his crush as they were dropped off to preach door to door. In this episode, he shares the negative impact purity culture within the Jehovah’s Witness community had on his family, the awkward moments he can laugh at (& made a film from) & the advice he would give if he had a teenager.Click here to save a spot at my next ZOOM Room Mingle to meet other listeners & chat with me: https://forms.gle/rAHypH4NjAr9VuJE9 Host: https://www.meredi...
2021-07-0530 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 89 | 5 Reasons You Should Start OverIn this episode, I share 5 reasons starting over should be a regular practice, not a last resort & 6 questions you can ask yourself to think fresh. Get the takeaways from this episode by texting REAL to 66866 if you’re in the U.S. or by going to https://www.meredithforreal.com/ if you’re outside the US. Click here to save a spot at my next ZOOM Room Mingle: https://forms.gle/rAHypH4NjAr9VuJE9 Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSpon...
2021-06-2811 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 88 | No Spend Year? Unconventional Money Hacks to Retire EarlyShay Richter of Front Porch Finances gives us an up-close look at what her no spend year looks like (downgrading her cars!?), why she decided to do it & where she got the most criticism from. She also shares budget tips you’ve probably never heard of before!Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.instagram.com/frontporchfinances/ | https://frontporchfinances.com/blog/ | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIUB8pwQMqf2fKAndjbTBKQSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/department...
2021-06-2127 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 87 | Accidental Swingers? PART 2 (Answering YOUR Questions!)Jealousy? STIs? Swinging vs Polyamory? How did they tell their family? Hear the answers you may not have expected from a couple in their 50s, happily married for over 20 years.Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.instagram.com/accidentalswingers/ | https://accidentalswingers.com/ | https://linktr.ee/AccidentalSwingersSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/historic-trust/ | https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://www.ensec.net/Request to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https...
2021-06-1444 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 86 | Accidental Swingers? PART 1A couple in their 50s happily married for over 20 years shares the hilarious story of how they accidentally became swingers, how it has improved their marriage & their tips for more open, vulnerable communication with your partner.Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.instagram.com/accidentalswingers/ | https://accidentalswingers.com/ | https://linktr.ee/AccidentalSwingersSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/historic-trust/ | https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://www.ensec.net/Request to join my private...
2021-06-0736 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 85 | Taiwan vs USA: Drinking, Dating, Communication, Family & Food"Americans are obnoxious, but VERY fun!" Nikki Hardwick immigrated to the U.S. when she was 15 years old. Now she’s back in Taiwan, owning & operating an American-themed bar. She shares her pre-conceived idea of America before moving there & what she feels both cultures can learn from each other.Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.facebook.com/CowboyskentingSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/historic-trust/ | https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://www.ensec.net/R...
2021-05-3137 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 84 | Start Ugly? How to Quit Putting Off Your Great IdeaWhy quitting IS an option, how to find a good critic, the handicap of experience & why starting & stopping can lead you to fulfillment. Chris Krimitsos is the author of Start Ugly, a book his friend announced he was completing on Facebook because he was sick of Chris talking about it and not doing it. Chris has lead over 2,000 events for entrepreneurs & creatives & is currently starting ugly more than one project. In this episode, he explains how starting ugly can lead to beautiful things & how to know when you need to start ugly over again.Host: https://www.m...
2021-05-2432 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 83 | Wheelchair Gym? Competition, Comparison & IdentityTara Blackwell was paralyzed from the chest down in an accident at softball practice in college. In this episode, she shares how her athletic mindset was the foundation to her identity as she transitioned from patient to athlete again after her accident. She also shares how her desire to cultivate a rich quality of life for herself & others inspired her to open an adaptive gym, The 7 Project.Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://the7proj.com/ | http...
2021-05-1730 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 82 | Why You Can't Remember Things: Memory Tips from a Senior CitizenMatt DiMaio is an expert in high performance learning AND he qualifies for his senior citizen discounts. In this episode he shares the 3 causes of forgettery, the 2 steps to a super human memory & how to remember anyone’s name.Host: https://www.meredithforreal.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://courses-besmarterfaster.thinkific.com/courses/how-to-have-an-incredible-memory | https://www.facebook.com/TheMaestroMethod/ | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfzLlzRGxSL487ZsK1Q9M4Q | https://www.amazon.com/Matt-DiMaio/e/B08LBX92MV?fbclid=IwAR1cmEoJc9J...
2021-05-1034 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 81 | Robo Dog Reporting for Duty? This is Real LifeThe 325th Security Forces Squadron at Tyndall Airbase in Panama City, FL is the first to implement robotic dogs in patrolling. The Squadron Commander the base, Major Jordan Criss, & the CEO of Ghost Robotics, Jiren Parikh, share how their unusual collaboration came about, the behind the scenes of how the patrol dog was made, weaponization & hacking concerns, use cases, cost effectiveness & what they feel is most misunderstood about this kind of technology.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.tyndall.a...
2021-05-0332 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 80 | Helpful Ads or Digital Prowling? How to Be a Little Less TrackableThe owners of YourTek Professionals offer tips on how to exist in the modern world, but also be a little less trackable with increased digital privacy. They cover everything from the physical dangers to virtual aggravations, including permissions of your favorite apps & devices like TikTok, Instagram & Facebook.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.facebook.com/yourtekpro | https://www.instagram.com/yourtekpro/ | https://www.yourtekpro.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourtek-professionals/Sponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/h...
2021-04-2633 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 79 | Strangers in Your Spare Room? How to Find Your Social Legacy Part 2In part 2 with Emily Chang, she explains how anyone can identify their social legacy BEFORE they have a midlife crisis, her daughter’s advice that helped heal the pain of giving up one of her spare room kids for adoption & how finding an agent for her book was like finding a drug dealer.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://social-legacy.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilychang8621/ | https://www.instagram.com/thespareroombook/ | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyGsi0bGIvyXC1wHOxw7yXg...
2021-04-1928 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 78 | Strangers in Your Spare Room? A Social Legacy of Ease, Not Obligation PART 1Emily Chang is a paradox. She was the CMO for Starbucks China, has held executive positions at Apple & is currently the CEO of McCann World Group, China. BUT she also has housed 16 at risk youth in her home. In this episode, she shares how she discovered her social legacy was opening up her spare room, why your heart work shouldn’t be hard work & her magic formula for decision-making.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://social-legacy.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in...
2021-04-1231 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 77 | Why Processed Food Addiction Isn’t Your Fault PART 2Dr. Joan Ifland shares the benefits of quitting processed food, the consequences of not quitting them & the practical tips you’ve been missing all those times you’ve “tried to get healthy” before. Text REAL to 66866 to get the bonus resources mentioned in the episode!Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.drjoanifland.com/ | https://www.foodaddictionreset.com/homepage | https://www.amazon.com/Joan-Ifland/e/B001K8ASD0?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1612196839&sr=8-2 | https://www.facebook.com/foodaddic...
2021-04-0533 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 76 | Why Processed Food Addiction Isn’t Your Fault PART 1Dr. Joan Ifland explains how the history of processed foods has lead to an obesity or overweight percentage of 70% of Americans! She defines processed foods, explains the business model behind the messaging, the science of your brain's reaction to the foods & how quitting these can revive your taste buds & thought clarity.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.drjoanifland.com/ | https://www.foodaddictionreset.com/homepage | https://www.amazon.com/Joan-Ifland/e/B001K8ASD0?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1612196839&s...
2021-03-2932 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 75 | Date to Inseminate? A Non-Romantic Co-Parent AppWhat if you could swipe right on your baby daddy? Now you can. Founder of Modamily, Ivan Fatovic, shares the moment he came up with the idea for this unique dating service, their screening process & his tips for a successful partnership.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.instagram.com/modamily/ | https://www.instagram.com/ivanfat/ | https://www.facebook.com/modamily | https://www.linkedin.com/company/modamily/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanfatovic/Sponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/de...
2021-03-2231 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 74 | The Impact of ADHD on Work Relationships & MotivationIn part II with Dr. Barbara Cohen, affectionately known as “Dr. B”, we talk strategies to maximize your workflow & creative abilities, how you know if you need to move on from a job & work-from-home hacks that keep you on task.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.drbarbaracohen.com/AIA | https://www.facebook.com/drbarbaracohen/ |https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingbeyondadhd/ | https://www.instagram.com/dr.barbara.a.cohen/ | https://www.youtube.com/c/livingbeyondadhdwithdrb Sponsors: https...
2021-03-1535 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 73 | The Impact of ADHD on Romantic RelationshipsDr. Barbara Cohen, affectionately known as “Dr. B”, uses her wisdom of over 30 years as an adult ADHD therapist & coach to shed light on common conflicts caused by ADHD & the best strategies to work with them. We talk task completion, sense of time & even sex!Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.drbarbaracohen.com/AIA | https://www.facebook.com/drbarbaracohen/ |https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingbeyondadhd/ | https://www.instagram.com/dr.barbara.a.cohen/ | https://www.youtube.com/c/liv...
2021-03-0831 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 72 | Open in Case of Emergency Stuckness: the Benefit of Creative & Critical ThinkingJohn Hughes is an author & presenter often does webinars for National Geographic. His specialty is bridging the gap between theory and practice to help educators engage their students. In this episode, he breaks down the value of divergent & convergent thinking, the importance of boredom & practical tips to think inside AND outside the box when you’re stuck.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-dVmUfInZ-2AeqPnt13Fw | https://johnhugheselt.com/Sponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/dep...
2021-03-0132 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 71 | Inspired by Love: Story Telling, History & Human RightsEmmy® nominated & award winning filmmaker, Fiona Dawson, shares how love – both past & present – inspires her to share stories & kindness & courage from the LGBTQ community. She shares her secret to staying positive in the face of adversity, her two LGBTQ heroes & the moment in history that brought Gays & Lesbians together.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertGuest:: https://www.facebook.com/nowwithfiona | http://www.nowwithfiona.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/fionajdawson/ | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWF5vxofbVh2g9y2OHxcfYg | https://www.linked...
2021-02-2227 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 70 | Sex, Pleasure & the Colonization of IndiaSeeeeeeeeex!! Even if you never got “the talk,” we all have memories of sex that shape our relationships today. In this episode, international sex educator & researcher, Sheetal Kandola, shares the contrasts of the Eastern & Western world when it comes to attitudes towards sex. We also uncover how history shapes our sex education, how the Kamasutra is about pleasure (not just positions) & how we can develop healthier attitudes towards sex.Guests: https://www.instagram.com/sheetalkandola/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheetal-kandola-22303693/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/mered...
2021-02-1537 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 69 | Relationship Killers: Film Cast Share Real-Life Lessons from On Screen CharactersWe all have deal-breakers. In this episode, film writer, Noah Waters III & his cast from Relationship Killers, share the insights they’ve gained from the real lives & those they play in the film. The dark comedy centers around mental health & a secret that may ruin one couple’s first therapy session. Consider throwing some extra change their way to support the creation of the film: shorturl.at/fxAC6Guests: https://www.facebook.com/RelationshipKillersFilm/ | https://mobile.twitter.com/killers_film | https://www.instagram.com/relationshipkillersfilm/ | https://www.instagram.com/assialauren/ | https://www.instagram.com/c.steichen/ | https://www.i...
2021-02-0830 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 68 | Cross-Cultural Relationships? Lessons of Love from YouTube Creator Dating Beyond BordersAlthough Marina Iakovleva doesn’t consider herself an international dating expert, she HAS interviewed thousands of people from around the globe about romantic norms & cross-cultural dating horror stories. She compiles her findings in short, comical sketches on her YouTube channel, Dating Beyond Borders. In this episode, we talk about the pros & cons to intercultural romance & she shares lessons of love & life from around the globe (including some funny stories about her own dating experiences)!Guest: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders | https://www.datingbeyondborders.net/ | https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.ins...
2021-02-0135 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 67 | “Someday?” How to Turn Ideas into Things: Mentors, Action & Ice CreamChad Henderson is a multi-faceted entrepreneur who got his start selling ice cream by boat at age 16. Now he’s the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Catalyst HRE, a nationwide healthcare real estate firm & the vision director of a new downtown district in his local Pensacola, FL. In this episode, he shares his best practices on turning vision into something tangible, mistakes all entrepreneurs should avoid & the key assets that will prevent your dreams & goals from gathering dust.Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-henderson-3a6a6724/ | https://www.eastgardendistrict.com/ | https://www.catalysthre.com/ | https://www...
2021-01-2530 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 66 | Is Kindness Contagious? The Story of a Bully & a Really Kind KidWhen Silas Scauzillo was 7, a classmate made fun of his sister, who has Downs Syndrome. In this episode, Silas & his mom, Amanda, share how he responded, the reaction of the bully & the movement they started that even got the attention of Dwayne The Rock Johnson.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceLoveGianna | https://www.facebook.com/groups/KindnessSquad | https://www.instagram.com/plgkindnesssquad/ | a.kindnesssquad@gmail.com | https://peacelovegianna.com/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://w...
2021-01-1831 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 65 | Medical Cannabis Patient & Officer’s Wife? Stigma vs. Reality Through the Eyes of a Busy Business WomanBri Snellgrove is the owner of a PR firm in small town America. She is a police officer’s wife. She is the mom to two kids under 6 years old. In this episode, she describes how her need to be in control morphed into anxiety controlling her & how she recently become a medical marijuana patient. We talk stigmas, new patient experiences & the history of cannabis use in the United States.Guest: https://marketingwellplayed.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/socialiconagency/ | https://www.instagram.com/brianasnellgrove/ | https://www.facebook.com/socialiconagency | https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianasnellgrove/ Host: w...
2021-01-1136 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 64 | Guided Breathwork Session for Stress DetoxThis episode is a free guided breathwork session compliments of episode 61 guest, Jesse Coomer. He is the author of A Practical Guide to Breathwork, a certified Wim Hoff instructor as well as a breathwork coach. This is an episode you’ll want to use as a tool to flush out the stress & negative effects of 2020 & set fresh intentions for the New Year. Follow along laying down.Guest: https://www.jessecoomer.com/ | https://www.patreon.com/MidwesternMethod | https://www.jessecoomer.com/books | https://www.instagram.com/i.am.jesse.coomer/ | https://www.facebook.com/midwesternjesseHost: www...
2021-01-0433 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 63 | Natural Mental Health Hacks by MeredithIn this episode, I share how knowing my patterns gives me clues on what to do for my mental health, how sticking to my cornerstones keeps me from crashing emotional rollercoasters & my favorite tools & tricks that I rotate out to help support my well being and stave off depression. None of this is meant to be medical or mental health advice. It’s instead an opportunity for you to get to know me a little better & be inspired to use creative solutions & coping skills for your own mental health.Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | me...
2020-12-2824 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 62 | Loving Someone with AnxietyJake Davis is mental health counselor and someone who loves someone with anxiety. He, himself, experienced a season in his life with daily anxiety attacks. In this episode, he offers tips on how to support someone with anxiety including practical tips on what to say and what not to say, boundaries & the issue of enabling.Guest: https://santarosacounselingcenter.com/| https://www.facebook.com/santarosacounselingcenterHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://www.ensec.net/
2020-12-2133 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 61 | Reducing Stress Through Breathing: Hacks for the Non-HippyJesse Coomer, a certified Wim Hof instructor & breathwork instructor, explains why the lifestyle of the modern human can take a toll on our breathing patterns, causing us to be in a constant state of fight or flight. He explains the function of the autonomic nervous system & shares practical tips to hack your vagus nerve in order to achieve either a sympathetic or parasympathetic state, affecting everything from sexual function to exercise recovery.Guest: https://www.youtube.com/jessecoomer | https://www.facebook.com/midwesternjesse | https://www.instagram.com/i.am.jesse.coomer/ | https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Guide-Breathwork-Remedy-Condition/dp/0578758016...
2020-12-1439 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 60 | Surviving the Troubled Teen Industry: Separating Identity from TraumaInstead of being sent to tennis camp, Rocky Kandola was sent to a nightmarish WWASP teen rehab center in Mexico, where he served an indefinite sentence with an arbitrary points system. He describes how this was the beginning of a cycle of abuse, imprisonment & bad decisions, but not the end of his life. Hear how he sifted identity from trauma and what gave him hope to keep going.Guest: https://www.instagram.com/rockykandola/ | https://www.facebook.com/Rocky-Singh-Kandola-571645029885830/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rockykandola/ | https://www.rockykandola.com/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram...
2020-12-0735 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 59 | Creativity as a Mental Health Solution? Jay Alders ExplainsWorld renown artist Jay Alders sheds light on how art & mental well-being go hand in hand. He explains the connection between creativity & problem solving & the importance of left-right brain integration. He also shares personal insights recently writing a book as well as from growing up with a mother with bi-polar disorder.Guest: https://jayalders.com/ |https://www.instagram.com/jayalders/ |https://www.youtube.com/user/jayalders | https://www.facebook.com/jayalders | https://twitter.com/jayalders | https://www.pinterest.com/jayalders/_created/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/mere...
2020-11-3033 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 58 | Depression OR Sadness? How to know the differenceWhat does it mean to be depressed? How do we know if we are just sad? Does depression present differently in men and women? Dr. Megan Stodard helps unpack the important aspects of mental health with humor and in plain language.Guest: https://www.harbor-wellness.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/harbor_wellness/ | www.harbor-wellness.com/blog | https://www.facebook.com/harborwellnesspcolaHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://www.ensec.net/Request to...
2020-11-2334 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 57 | What Makes a Cult a Cult?If you watched the Netflix special (un)well, you may have seen Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Rachel Bernstein, in the episode on Tantric Sex. She is a mental health professional specializing in cult psychology, manipulators & systems of control. In this episode, we discuss what defines a cult, answer a gut-wrenching listener question & active cults in Florida.Guest: https://www.instagram.com/indoctrinationpodcast/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-bernstein-56423136/ |http://www.rachelbernsteintherapy.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC67JLTD22dSnVadqXKcYPcA | https://twitter.com/RBernsteinLMFT | https://www.facebook.com/rachelbernsteintherapy/ | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
2020-11-1636 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 56 | How Not to Worry When the World is Ending (self-care like a pro)Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Phedra Smith, is back to help us worry, anxiety & stress (check out her first chat with me in episode 24 on How Not to Lose Your Sh*t During COVID19). We talk about how to know if you’re not fine, new ways to view mental health & daily rituals & routines that work.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/ghousecounseling/ | www.instagram.com/greenhouse_counseling | www.greenhousecounselingfl.com | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/igetbetter-podcast/id1483527100Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/me...
2020-11-0937 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 55 | Maine Lobsterman: Fishing feuds, a major scandal & almost dying (twice)Erik Waterman is a 4th generation Maine Lobsterman. In this episode we talk about fishing culture, how he almost died (twice), fishing feuds & THE major fishing scandal in the American Northeast.Guest: https://fb.watch/1pPb77Mpxj/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://www.ensec.net/ | https://drrobchiropractic.com/Request to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/
2020-11-0235 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 54 | Social Dilemma? How to build an online brand & be a real human with Sue B ZimmermanSue B Zimmerman has been teaching business owners how to make more money with their businesses using Instagram almost since Instagram started. She’s been an entrepreneur since her early 20s, but she’s enjoying midlife now, making her voice a credible, to-the-point authority in the space. In this episode, we talk about practical tips & large scope approach to using social media as a tool to connect & grow your business without it using you or getting lost in chasing the algorithm.Guest: https://www.instagram.com/theinstagramexpert/ |https://www.youtube.com/user/suebzimmerman | https://www.facebook.com/Sueb...
2020-10-2635 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 53 | Indian in America: Not like F.R.I.E.N.D.SRashmi Sharma grew up in various parts of India thanks to her military father & spent the last decade in the United States thanks to her pursuit in higher education. In this episode, we compare & contrast Indian & US cultures. She shares her biggest disappointment coming to the States, her biggest thrill & the inner workings of Indian match making.Guest: https://uwf.edu/ceps/departments/teacher-education-and-educational-leadership/our-faculty/faculty-profiles/dr-rashmi-sharma.htmlHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments...
2020-10-1934 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 52 | Gay Money?C David Newton is board president of STAMPED, a festival showcasing LGBTQ film & filmmakers from all over the world, creating opportunities for viewers to not only see people like them on screen, but also build bridges in the community. The festival is named after the stamped money brought into the community by pride event attendees. In this episode he shares his personal experience attending the festival for the first time & how film representation is so powerful.Guest: https://stampedfilmfest.com/ | outreach@stampedfilmfest.com | https://twitter.com/stampedfilmfest | https://www.instagram.com/stampedfilmfestival/Host: www.meredithforreal.com...
2020-10-1232 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 51 | Haunted Hometown?Pensacola, FL was the FIRST settlement in the United States, making it old AF & ripe for ghost stories. Jessie Drossos has been professionally sharing these stories for the last 20 years. In this episode, she shares some of her favorite stories as well as her theory on ghosts. If you’re in Pensacola in October, be sure to book one of her tours through the University of West Florida Historic Trust!Guest: http://www.historicpensacola.org/plan-your-visit/haunted-house-walking-and-trolley-tours/ | https://www.ballingerpublishing.com/historic-haunts-downtown-haunted-tours/ | https://www.facebook.com/PensacolaHistoricalSocietyHauntedTours/|Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | mered...
2020-10-0534 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 50 | Uncomfortable Badass? Thriving in DifficultyBreanna Wilson is a freelance travel writer & photographer who found out her travel plans got Corona cancelled mid flight & ended up being stuck in the country of Georgia. She shares stories of how this & other uncomfortable moments have caused her to thrive. We talk wild horses, reindeer & yak yogurt.Guest: https://breannajwilson.com/ | https://breannajwilson.contently.com/ | https://www.facebook.com/meanwhile.in.mongolia/ | https://www.facebook.com/breannajwilsontravels | https://www.instagram.com/MeanwhileinMongolia/ | https://www.instagram.com/breannajwilson/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.faceb...
2020-09-2833 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 49 | American Polyglot: Crossing Borders of Language & ColorismSriram Ganesan’s family is from Southern India. Growing up in the U.S., he learned language like most Americans – late in life & well enough to pass an exam. Since traveling to 78 countries, spending about 1 month in each place, he now speaks 8 languages & works as a language trainer & tourism consultant. In this episode, he shares how learning languages can not only connect you to the people around you, but help overcome colorism & racism.EDIT: Sriram wanted to correct himself: he accidently said the independence of India was in 1945, but it was 1947. He often gives tours in Amsterdam & refe...
2020-09-2138 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 48 | Forced Marriage in America?Fraidy Reiss, founder of Unchained at Last, shares her own story of forced marriage & how she escaped, explains how this is happening IN THE UNITED STATES & how her organization expanded to advocate to end child marriage.Guest: https://www.instagram.com/unchainedatlast/ | https://www.unchainedatlast.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/UnchainedAtLast | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0LxkeDOUncyJ1reFenntgA | https://twitter.com/unchainedatlastHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/historic-trust/ | https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https...
2020-09-1434 minThe Curious Introvertep. 47 | Meth, Gay Porn, Rehab & Celeb Photography Part 2In part 2 of Sean Murphy’s story, he tells how he got into gay photography, his surprising gateway drug and why he decided to check himself into rehab. We also talk dopamine, 12 steps & the crazy Irish guy & the horse. Explicit language warning.Guest: https://seanmurphyphoto.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/murphyphoto/ | https://www.facebook.com/seanmurphyphoto/ | SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-4357 | https://www.narconon.org/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/historic-trust/ | https://it...
2020-09-0730 minThe Curious Introvertep. 46 | Meth, Gay Porn, Rehab & Celeb Photography Part 1Sean Murphy shares his story of going from barely graduating high school to being an award-winning photographer who’s worked with Weezer, Kid Rock, & Dr. Dre to name a few. In part 1 he shares how his journey started with $600 & a shipping container, how he got into photography (& drugs) & how a failed MTV Real World audition was the perfect set up to become THE photographer to some of America’s top bands. Explicit language warning.Guest: https://seanmurphyphoto.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/murphyphoto/ | https://www.facebook.com/seanmurphyphoto/ | SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-4357 | https://www.narconon.org...
2020-08-3127 minThe Curious Introvertep. 45 | 11 Years Old with Autism: My Chat with Evan & his Mom1 in 54 children in the U.S. are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. It’s a wide spectrum that often gives individuals enhanced perception on some areas & diminished abilities in other areas. In this episode I talk with 11 year old Evan Hunley & his mom, Ellen. Evan’s autism super powers include enhanced memory, pattern recognition, deep empathy & a heightened desire to make those around him happy. Evan gives us a peek inside his world while his Mom describes the highs & lows of parenthood with a child on the spectrum.Guests: https://seastarsaquatics.org/Host: www.meredithforreal.com...
2020-08-2429 minThe Curious Introvertep. 44 | The Weird Wonderful World of Humans: My chat with Kinga PhilippsAdventure journalist, Kinga Philipps & I talk about the keys to connecting cross cultures, share stories of excessive kindness & how her dual background in journalism & anthropology work together to investigate global unsolved mysteries in her Travel Channel TV series Lost in the Wild. She also shares the weirdest (& most wonderful) travel memento ever!Guest: www.kingaphilipps.com | https://www.explorers.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1346452915 | https://www.instagram.com/kingaphilipps/ | https://twitter.com/kingaphilipps | https://www.travelchannel.com/shows/lost-in-the-wild/episodesHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www...
2020-08-1733 minThe Curious Introvertep. 43 | Debt(free) Confessions: $80K Paid Off in 3 YearsMarried couple Brent & Angela Lane share how they paid off $80,000 in debt when 40% of Americans can’t cover a $400 emergency with cash. They tell what systems really worked for them, how Angela was resistant at first, signs you might be headed for disaster & how they avoided a huge financial tragedy during breast cancer treatments.Guests: https://www.facebook.com/brentlanecat | https://www.facebook.com/angela.lane.1004| https://www.instagram.com/brentlane/ | https://www.instagram.com/mrscat987/ | https://southeastmortgage.com/angelalane/ | http://catcountry987.com/ | https://www.daveramsey.com/ramsey-plusHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredith...
2020-08-1034 minThe Curious Introvertep. 42 | Circus Life? An Inside Look at a Duo Trapeze ActRyan Schneider & wife Taeko Ariga both come from non-circus families. Ryan got his first job as the motorcycle on a high wire act at 31. The two met in Japan and now are a flying trapeze duo. In this episode, they describe the behind-the-scenes of their international performances, Ryan shares his philosophy on what makes a great performer & their parents reactions to their announcement they were running away to the circus!Guest: www.youtube.com/c/ryanschneider | www.instagram.com/ryansacrobat | www.instagram.com/duoflyingstars www.tiktok.com/ryansacrobat | https://www.facebook.com/pg/ryanschneideractor/posts/?ref=page_in...
2020-08-0331 minThe Curious Introvertep. 41 | Two-Time Quadriplegic? Football Player to Community Change MakerToday is the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Why is this important? Listen in as I chat with JR Harding, a 6’5” football player who had TWO spinal cord injuries causing him to become a quadriplegic. Today he has a doctorate of education, is a faculty member at FSU College of Business & serves on the Delta Airlines Disability Advisory Board. He is a two-time US Presidential Appointee & a seven- time Florida Gubernatorial Appointee, helping shape public policy. He shares his story, the impact of the ADA on things like quality of life & travel & how we can bett...
2020-07-2730 minThe Curious Introvertep. 40 | Modeling Myths, Dos, Don’ts & Scams with IZON Models & TalentCo-owner of IZON Models & Talent, Rebecca Hamilton Taylor, joins me in busting modeling myths, covering dos & don’ts & answering listener questions about the industry. Listen in as she gives advice on how to be a model, what agencies look for & how to avoid scams.Guest: http://izonmodels.com/ | https://www.facebook.com/IZONModels/ | https://www.instagram.com/izonmodels/ | https://www.instagram.com/rebeccataylorstyle/ | https://www.instagram.com/onsetstylist/ | https://twitter.com/IZONModels Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSpo...
2020-07-2032 minThe Curious Introvertep. 39 | The Real Little Mermaid: Weeki Wachee Legendary SirenRita King was an underwater mermaid performer in Florida’s Weeki Wachee fresh water spring from 1963-1968 & performs today as a 60 something with 2-4 shows per month! In our chat she shares what it was like to choose a non-traditional career path in the 60s as a woman, what happens when wildlife interrupts their show & her passion for Florida’s fresh water springs.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/rita.king.12 | Weekiwacheesiren.Rita@gmail.com | https://weekiwachee.com/ | https://weekiwachee.com/2014/10/25/mermaids-at-weeki-wachee-springs/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/mere...
2020-07-1329 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 38 | Drunk Donkey Nation? Mike’s Weather Page’s Mike BoylanA self-proclaimed armchair expert, Mike Boylan has become the no BS resource for weather news all year long as the founder of Mike’s Weather Page on Facebook and speghettimodels.com. His page has been accredited by NOAA, FEMA, the Hurricane Hunters, local meteorologists & the Weather Channel, but he’s also collected a few critics along the way. In this episode, Mike shares Today the back story of his page, his opinion on hurricane mitigation & why his followers are called Drunk Donkey Nation.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/pg/mikesweatherpage | https://spaghettimodels.com/ | https://www.facebook.com/groups...
2020-07-0631 minThe Curious Introvertep. 37 | From Eagle Scout to InmateIt’s a short drive.” “I’ll drive slow.” “I’m careful.” He didn’t think thoughts we haven’t all thought. Yet in a blink of an eye 2 girls were dead & he was sentenced to 22 years in prison on 2 counts of DUI manslaughter. In this episode Eric Smallman shares how one night changed everything with a decision he had made a thousand times before & the surprising partnership that developed between he & one of the deceased girls’ mom.Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsmallridge/ | http://www.themeagannapierfoundation.com/home.phpHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/mere...
2020-06-2932 minThe Curious Introvertep. 36 | Paid to Adventure: Travel Show Host Shane ReynoldsShane Reynolds has worked with Travel Channel, National Geographic, Discovery Channel & the BBC. He is the owner of the mobile TV production company Color Earth and is a traveling on-man-band. In this episode, he shares his behind the scenes adventures, his perspective on a non-traditional career path in the creative space & even offers advice to others looking in that direction.Guest: https://www.colorearth.tv/ | https://www.youtube.com/ShaneReynolds | https://www.instagram.com/Colorearthpro/ | https://www.facebook.com/ColorEarth | https://twitter.com/colorEarth | https://www.travelchannel.com/profiles/talent/shane-reynoldsHost: www.meredithforreal.com...
2020-06-2229 minThe Curious Introvertep. 35 | Business in “the New Normal”Some works are going back to the office, while others are still working remotely, but we are all finding our way through Zoom calls & the COVID19 “new normal.” Jamie Dickerman, Vice President of Public Relations for Sunny505, a nation-wide communications firm, shares work place predictions, some zoom tips you should DEFINTELY know before your next Monday meeting & how we can make communication with team members, employees & clients meaningful.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/wearesunny505/ | https://sunny505.com/ | https://www.amazon.com/Jamie-Dickerman/e/B00J8WQEPQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share |Host: www.mere...
2020-06-1525 minThe Curious Introvertep. 34 | Killing Cancer with ComedyInsurance agent by day & stand-up comedian by night, Emily Dillon, shares the perspective cancer has given her & how humor knows no diagnosis. She dishes on her hot oncologist, the awkward moments when you tell people you have cancer & even gives advice to others with cancer.Guest: https://www.instagram.com/killingcancerwithcomedy/ | https://www.instagram.com/stingerscomedy/ | https://www.facebook.com/StingersComedy | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwq52djYREirsST6UAiWLAg | https://www.facebook.com/emilyolgadillon | https://www.instagram.com/olgaboingo/ | stingerscomedy@gmail.comHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube...
2020-06-0828 minThe Curious Introvertep. 33 | Adult ADHD? Living beyond it with Dr. Barbara CohenIt’s frustrating to live with something as adult you were supposed to outgrow. Most adults are misdiagnosed with depression & anxiety when ADHD is the cause. Dr. Barbara Cohen, psychotherapist for over 30 years, certified ADHD Coach, international ADHD researcher, and fellow ADDer, offers insight & answers to adults who have brains that work differently.Click here to save your spot at the next ZOOM Room Mingle: https://forms.gle/2QG1vYEydkxFnM4h9 Guest: https://www.drbarbaracohen.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/dr.barbara.a.cohen/ | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-beyond-adhd/id1229338780 | https://www.facebook.com/gr...
2020-06-0133 minThe Curious Introvertep. 32 | Dating Culture Comparison: Italy vs U.S.Tracy O’Donnell grew up in small town America. After graduating college (& not knowing any Italian), she moved to Italy. Now she lives there full time with her partner & soon to be 3 kids. Listen in as she share the differences in dating culture between the United States & Italy. We talk mammoni, the stages of dating & compare American macho to Italian macho.Guest: https://www.instagram.com/odovaians/ | YT channel on intercultural dating: https://www.youtube.com/user/DatingBeyondBordersHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.co...
2020-05-2525 minThe Curious Introvertep. 31 | Public Introvert: Life as a YouTuberHolden Hardman started his YouTube channel in 2016 & is climbing quickly to 100,000 subscribers, but life as a recognizable person in a small town can be taxing when you are also an introvert. We talk about the dynamics of introversion, overthinking & anxiety as it relates to content creation. He also gives some great tips to new YouTubers! *Thanks for your patience on the audio quality - the Rona got it!*Guest: https://www.youtube.com/user/holdenhardmanHost: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert
2020-05-1828 minThe Curious Introvertep. 30 | What You Don’t Know about Human TraffickingHuman Trafficking isn’t usually an abduction or sex slavery. Brad Dennis shares what human trafficking normally looks like & what you can do when you spot it. We also cover topics like the amateur porn industry in Florida & the legalization of prostitution. Brad is the National Search Director for the KlaasKIDS Foundation's Search Center for Missing and Trafficked Children. His rescue work has been chronicled on CNN, The Early Show, The Today Show, Dateline, MSNBC, and 48 Hours. We end the episode with tips to keep kids safe online & ways the everyday person can support the end to human trafficking. *Th...
2020-05-1141 minThe Curious Introvertep. 29 | Success Addiction? Anxious achiever to peaceful performer w/ Kelly BrockKelly Brock was in the top .5% of her network marketing company & looked like she had it all together, but on the inside, she was struggling. She had become so out of line with her priorities that she began feeling sick in her pursuit of success. We talk about how she recognized her anxiety, realized her addiction to success & share IMMEDIATELY implementable tools to eliminate daily anxiety & change any behavior including success addiction. *Thanks for your patience on the audio quality - the Rona got it!*Guest: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.ingland | https://www.instagram.com/kellybrock...
2020-05-0430 minThe Curious Introvertep. 28 | What’s Your Camel’s Name? Iran vs U.S.ATehran native Sohrab Tavakoli does a culture comparison of between Iran’s capitol city & Dallas, TX. We discuss American friendliness, travel attitudes, work culture & more. *Thanks for your patience on the audio quality - the Rona got it!*Guest: https://www.instagram.com/sohrab_tavakoli_sto/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/historic-trust/ | https://itsyourmagazine.com/ | https://www.ensec.net/ | https://www.dexafit.com/Request to join my private Facebook Group, MFR...
2020-04-2732 minThe Curious Introvertep. 27 | Tiger King: Hold My BeerAnimal presenter & owner of Animal Tales Southeast, John Ham & I have an after hours discussion about Netflix’s Tiger King: the cast of characters, how zoos pass or fail inspections & how the average person can become more aware of the ethics (or lack of) driving the animal business.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/Animal-Tales-LLC-114804175253082/ | https://www.instagram.com/animaltalesse/ | https://www.aza.org/current-accreditation-list#A | https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalwelfare/complaint-form Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertR...
2020-04-201h 05The Curious Introvertep. 26 | Dwarfism + Foster Parenting?ep. 26 | Dwarfism + Foster Parenting?Melissa Misegadis-Wickstrom shares the advantages & disadvantages of being a little person in child protective services & as a foster parent herself. Along the way she shares some of the crazy things kids have said to her & dispels common foster care myths. Stay to the end where she shares qualities of a good foster parent.Foster Care & Adoption Resources: https://www.davethomasfoundation.org/our-programs/wendys-wonderful-kids/ https://www.adoptuskids.org/ https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/foster-care/ http://www.nebraskaheartgallery.org/heart-gallery.htmlHost: www.meredithforreal.com
2020-04-1329 minThe Curious Introvertep.25 | Black People Don’t Meditate?ep.25 | Black People Don’t Meditate?Pole fitness instructor, life coach & author, Mia Bolden, shares how fitness, yoga & meditation helped her go from career ADD to multi-passionate entrepreneur with an anchored purpose. Stay to the end where she shares how to figure out your life’s purpose.Guest: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulyoustudio/ https://www.amazon.com/Discover-Your-Lifes-Purpose-After/dp/0578631113/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=mia+bolden&qid=1583507436&sr=8-1 beyouwithmia.lifecoach@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/beyouwithmiacoaching/Host:www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@mere...
2020-04-0626 minThe Curious Introvertep.24 | How to Not Lose Your Sh*t During COVID19#24 – How to Not Lose Your Sh*t During COVID19Licensed mental health counselor, Phedra Smith, helps us adjust our expectations, lay out practical tips & find the silver lining during COVID19.Guest:https://www.facebook.com/ghousecounseling/www.instagram.com/greenhouse_counseling www.greenhousecounselingfl.com ×Host:www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpw...
2020-03-3047 minThe Curious Introvertep.23 | Naked & Afraid: Working from Home During COVID19ep.23 | Naked & Afraid: Working from Home During COVID19I have ADD, am unmedicated & here to help! After 16 years of working from home, I’ve got some hacks to keep you on task & from killing your kids.Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/Follow me in all the places:...
2020-03-2317 minThe Curious Introvertep.22 | Meredith Answers YOUR questionsGuest host, Ramsey Coates, asks Meredith questions from listeners!Guest Host:http://www.coworkannex.com/enhttp://www.anydaydj.com/ https://www.wearestrictlysocial.com/ https://www.facebook.com/wearewedtalks/ https://www.instagram.com/tharam_z/Host:www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert Sponsors:www.deltalifefitness.com Request to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/
2020-03-1628 minThe Curious Introvertep.21 | The Secret Lives of Teenagers: an Inside Look into Student Motivationsep.21 | The Secret Lives of Teenagers: an Inside Look into Student MotivationsLamarr Womble is the founder of Passion for Leadership & a national speaker featured on msnbc.com and TedX Youth. Today he is going share his insight from working on-one with students - what students wish their parents knew & what parents can do to set kids up for success beyond graduation. Guest:www.passionforleadership.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/passion4l/ https://www.facebook.com/passionforleadership/https://www.instagram.com/lamarrwomble/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2W...
2020-03-0931 minThe Curious Introvertep.20 | Summiting Mt Everestep.20 | Summiting Mt EverestAt age 38 and only 8 weeks of training, Merry Morgan Holotik Henderson became 1 of the 4,700 people to summit Mt Everest & 1 of the 605 women. She shares how she went from non-athletic theatre nerd to mountaineer & what you don’t know about what it takes to get there. Stay to the end where she will share why it’s never too late to start at the bottom.Guest: https://merrymorgan.30ahomesales.com/ https://www.instagram.com/merrymoe30a/ https://www.facebook.com/mmholotik Host: www.meredithforreal.com ...
2020-03-0325 minThe Curious Introvertep.19 | Felon Turned Entrepreneur Part 2ep.19 | Felon Turned Entrepreneur Part 2Former ecstasy dealer, Jason Edwards, shares about the day he walked out of prison, how he won over the trust of his boss & now owns a million dollar business. Stay to the end where he shares his message to prisoners, their family members & naysayers.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/pg/oasispmpro/posts/?ref=page_internal https://www.instagram.com/oasispmpro/ https://www.oasispmpro.com/Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www...
2020-02-2431 minThe Curious Introvertep.18 | Felon Turned Entrepreneur Part 1ep.18 | Felon Turned Entrepreneur Part 1Former ecstasy dealer, Jason Edwards, tells his story of what lead to prison, the types of people you find there & the mindsets that can pull you in & lift you out. Guest:https://www.facebook.com/pg/oasispmpro/posts/?ref=page_internal https://www.instagram.com/oasispmpro/ https://www.oasispmpro.com/Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert Sponsors: www.deltalifefitness.com Request to j...
2020-02-1729 minThe Curious Introvertep.17 | The Psychology of Chronic Painep.17 | The Psychology of Chronic PainChiropractor Rob Thomson explains the connection between the brains' neuroplasticity and treatment-resistant pain. Stay tuned to the end where he gives tips on how to hurt less from home.Guest: www.drrobchiropractic.com https://www.facebook.com/robertthomsondc Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: www.deltalifefitness.com Request to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://ww...
2020-02-1028 minThe Curious Introvertep. 16| Finding Passion in Your 9-5: Real Tips. No Fluff.ep. 16| Finding Passion in Your 9-5: Real Tips. No Fluff.The youngest person to become VP of Human Resources at her firm, LaShanta Cox, has a wealth of actionable information that will help you dust off your passion & live every day at your day job. Stay to the end where we summarize 3 ways to prevent your job from driving you to drink.Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lashanta-cox-09221133/Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert
2020-02-0329 minThe Curious Introvertep.15 | The Importance of Boundaries & Self-Care in Relationshipsep.15 | The Importance of Boundaries & Self-Care in RelationshipsThe words boundaries & self-care sound like words involving just you, but Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Melissa Garner, explains how without these elements within relationships, resentment & burnout can happen. Stay to the end where she shares the 3 Cs of self-care.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/selfcare.selfhaven/ https://www.self-haven.com/ https://www.instagram.com/self_haven/ Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.co...
2020-01-2729 minThe Curious Introvertep.14 | Where Everybody Knows Your Name: A Gym with Communityep.14 | Where Everybody Knows Your Name: A Gym with CommunityFranchisee owner of Delta Life Fitness gives an inside look into how she went from stay at home mom to business owner. Stay to the end where we give tips on how to build community builds a brand.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/DeltalifePace/ https://www.instagram.com/deltalifefitnesspace/ https://deltalifefitness.com/pace/Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert Sponsors: www.deltalifefitness.com
2020-01-2026 minThe Curious Introvertep.13 | Curious about Exotic Pets: Perspective of a Live Animal Presenterep.13 | Curious about Exotic Pets: Perspective of a Live Animal PresenterJohn Ham, the Southeast Owner of Animal Tales, shares his perspective on zoos, exotic pets & his surprising recommendations for families considering adding a furry member to the family. Guest: https://www.facebook.com/Animal-Tales-LLC-114804175253082/ https://www.instagram.com/animaltalesse/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwviiKOdMVKtQMM6xh8dOewhttp://southeast.animaledzoocation.com/ https://www.aza.org/current-accreditation-list#A https://www.kinkatopia.org/Host: www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com www.youtube.com/meredithforreal
2020-01-1328 minThe Curious IntrovertEp.12 | Curing Fear with Sharks: A Life UncagedShark groupie & award-winning photographer, Romona Robbins tells her story of her life outside the box & how feeling fear can actually awaken your senses. Listen to the end where we share tips on living an uncaged life.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/RomonasPhotography/ | https://www.instagram.com/romonarobbinsreynolds/ | https://www.romonarobbins.com/ | https://carpediemmaldives.com/carpe-novo/Host: www.meredithforreal.com | www.instagram.com/meredithforreal | meredith@meredithforreal.com | www.youtube.com/meredithforreal | www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert
2020-01-0626 minThe Curious IntrovertEp. 11 | Learning to Hear Them: How Kids Disclose Sexual Abuseep.11 | Learning to Hear Them: How Kids Disclose Executive Director of Pensacola’s Gulf Coast Kids House, Stacey Kostevicki, shares the surprising way kids disclose sexual abuse & how we can all be better listeners. Stay to the end where she also shares her secrets to winning Best Boss in Best of the Coast despite being in a stressful industry.Guest: https://www.facebook.com/GCKidsHouse/ ⋅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LNTy3YEeCw⋅ https://www.gulfcoastkidshouse.org/ ⋅ https://test.gulfcoastkidshouse.org/
2019-12-3029 minThe Curious Introvertep.10 | Public Flop: Strength in Vulnerability as Told by a Film Writerep.10 | Public Flop: Strength in Vulnerability as Told by a Film WriterLos Angeles film writer & stand-up comedian, Noah Waters III shares his perspective on vulnerability & rejection & why he seeks out experiences others avoid for what he calls his “memory palette.” Stay to the end where we share ways vulnerability is an asset. Guest: www.facebook.com/TheNoahAWatersIII ⋅ instagram.com/noahawatersiii ⋅ www.youtube.com/channel/UC1VBVKqR7IagixInp2XA-fw ⋅ www.flawlessarts.comHost: www.mered...
2019-12-2326 minThe Curious Introvertep. 9 | Getting Ripped Without a Gym: Steps to Functional Strengthep. 9 | Getting Ripped Without a Gym: Steps to Functional StrengthAleks Salkin is a multi-lingual personal trainer who specializes in foundational level movement. Listen in as he shares how he went from an embarrassing high school gym moment to being StrongFirst certified with clients all over the world. Stay tuned to the end when he shares some function strength assessments you try out on yourself.Guest: www.facebook.com/groups/258661834802569/ ⋅ https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/?fbclid=IwAR2f-iC6hr3muG46Olu3p8mA_ZSD9gygvhC0IZyoUpe2syNmT-8SzOtOTLM...
2019-12-1631 minThe Curious Introvertep.8 | A Tale of Two Podcasters: Swapcast with The Life for Me Podcastep.8 | A Tale of Two Podcasters: Swapcast with The Life for Me PodcastMy first podcast on an actual app was the Life for Me Podcast hosted by Jordan English. Though our endeavor is the same, our personalities could not be more different. Listen in as we reflect on the adventure that is podcasting and how to develop curiosity as an asset. Links: www.facebook.com/jordanenglish.thelifeforme ⋅ www.instagram.com/mrsjordanenglish ⋅ www.meredithforreal.com ⋅ www.instagram.com/meredithforreal ⋅ meredith@m...
2019-12-0930 minThe Curious Introvertep.7 | Curious About Solo Travel: Navigating adventureep.7 | Curious About Solo Travel: Navigating adventureMarcina Rogers shares how a traditional job in engineering doesn’t have to equal traditional weekends. Find out how she finds time for travel & how she plans her world-wide adventures. Together we share tips on how to plan your first solo trip.Links: www.instagram.com/travel_over_all ⋅ www.meredithforreal.com ⋅ www.instagram.com/meredithforreal ⋅ meredith@meredithforreal.com ⋅ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJNWGESV-dRb4VdPq-Z1SQ ⋅ www.facebook.com/meredith...
2019-12-0227 minThe Curious Introvertep.6 | Former Mennonite Turned Fashion Designer: Reinventing yourselfep.6 | Former Mennonite Turned Fashion Designer: Reinventing yourselfRuthy Allyger shares how she found the courage to reinvent her life from conservative Mennonite to couture fashion designer and how she is equipping other former Mennonite women. Together we share tips on reinventing yourself. Links: www.ruthyscreations.com www.facebook.com/RuthysCreationsAndAlterations www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJNWGESV-dRb4VdPq-Z1SQ ⋅ www.fac...
2019-11-2530 minThe Curious Introvertep.5 | Curious About Yoga Nidra: Discovering your core valuesBrooke Page-Thompson shares how she knew it was time to leave her corporate job & the role yoga had in realizing her core values. Together we share questions to ask yourself to discover your own core values. www.bukayoga.com ⋅ www.instagram.com/bukayoga ⋅ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC67nVzt_BNyH9FtDE8ICCeg ⋅ www.meredithforreal.com ⋅ www.instagram.com/meredithforreal ⋅ meredith@meredithforreal.com ⋅ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJNWGESV-dRb4VdPq-Z1SQ ⋅
2019-11-1827 minThe Curious Introvertep.4 | Converting Creativity into Cash: Thinking outside the boxBethany Lauren, owner of Court of DeLuna event space in Pensacola, FL, has always been the creative type. What makes her different is her ability to monetize projects & outside the box (I mean waay outside!) Together we share tips on how anyone can turn their hobby into a payday.Links: www.deluna.com www.facebook.com/courtofdeluna www.instagram.com/court_of_deluna www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJNWGESV-dRb4VdPq-Z1SQ?view_as=subscriber www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: www.deltalifefitness.com www.facebook.com/courtofd...
2019-11-1135 minThe Curious Introvertep.3 | Keepin it Classy with Cannabis: Learning how to be a patientMarcus Alfinez, Army Veteran & Assistant Manager at SurTerra Medical Marijuana dispensary in Pensacola, FL, shares how you *should* be shopping for cannabis (it might surprise you!). He breaks down the difference between hemp & cannabis CBD & together we share how to be a classy competitor in a competitive market such as cannabis. Links: www.facebook.com/many.mj.101 www.instagram.com/manny.mj.101 www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJNWGESV-dRb4VdPq-Z1SQ?view_as=subscriber www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors:w...
2019-11-0435 minThe Curious Introvertep.2 | Happiness Styled: Elevating your image while staying true to yourselfLaura Showalter shares the path that lead her from professional singer to professional image consultant (and ice hockey in between!)and the styling mistake nearly everyone makes. She tells us why good style doesn’t have to equal high dollar and together we share how to be intentional with your wardrobe. Links: www.laurashowalter.com www.instagram.com/laurashowalter_personalstylist www.meredithforreal.com www.instagram.com/meredithforreal meredith@meredithforreal.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJNWGESV-dRb4VdPq-Z1SQ?view_as=subscriber www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovertSponsors: www.delt...
2019-11-0433 minThe Curious Introvertep.1 | Inspiring vs Shaming: Getting people on board with your cause#1 - Inspiring vs Shaming: Getting people on board with your causeSigrid Solgard shares how her journey to Executive Director of Keep Pensacola Beautiful began with film school (say what?!) and how she strives to inspire others instead of shame them when it comes to environmentalism. Together we share tips on how to get people on board with your cause.Links:keeppensacolabeautiful.org instagram.com/keeppensacolabeautiful meredithforreal.com instagram.com/meredithforreal my youtube channelfacebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert Email:meredith@meredithforreal.com Sponsors:d...
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