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One Thousand Gurus Podcast#43: RJ Manalo - Music Production, forming Project: AKOOL, and the “Filipino Infinity Stones”RJ Manalo shares his journey as a Filipino-American musician, producer, and audio engineer who finds fulfillment in creating opportunities for others through Project: AKOOL.• Born on the East Coast but raised in Rancho Cucamonga, RJ was influenced heavily by his musical family• Navigated the typical Filipino-American pressure to pursue nursing while following his passion for audio and music• Started dancing in high school through b-boying before transitioning to K-pop dance• Won first place at KCON's Coverstar K vocal competition in 2019 with his friend Ed• Discovered his passion for audio engineering accidentally• Created Project: AKO...
2025-07-2857 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E20 | Goodbye 2024Send us a textIn this episode, we say goodbye to 2024 and to Season 4 of The Talkative Introvert Podcast. In gold old TTI-fashion, I’ll be doing a recap of this last season and saying farewell to 2024. Hope you guys had an amazing New Year’s! Here’s to the future and all the (hopefully mostly positive) surprises it’ll bring. Cheers! All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2025-01-0626 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E19 | Sacramento Appreciation w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIn this episode, Bailey and I talk about how much we appreciate Sacramento. A lot of people give Sacramento a lot of crap, especially the people we grew up with in high school, but it’s got its quirks and perks. So, we’ll share some of our favorite things, but some of our gripes as well. We both moved here when we were really young but have been here so long that we consider ourselves as true Sacramentans. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eu...
2024-12-091h 40
The Macro Social Work MentorInterview with Heather Bradley-GearyEpisode 5 is my interview with Heather Bradley-Geary.Bradley-Geary is the Director of Supportive Housing for The Vecino Group. Since 2014, Vecino Group has developed 29 supportive housing communities in 10 states, ending homelessness for 750 households annually. Prior to her work at Vecino Group, Bradley-Geary worked at Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC). While at MHDC, Bradley-Geary created the Community Initiatives Department, overseeing $20 million (annually) in homeless funds for the state of Missouri and overseeing the Joplin Housing recovery. In addition to her work at the Vecino Group, Bradley-Geary is an adjunct Professor in the Social Welfare program at the...
2024-11-0934 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E18 | An Aspiring Podcaster w/ Eldon JonesSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Eldon Jones. Eldon is an aspiring podcaster, and he talks about his struggles with getting started. He asked how I started doing the podcast, how I planned for it, etc. I try to go over what I did, but the moral of the story is: Just do the podcast! If you have something you feel is worth saying, there’s someone out there who thinks it’s worth listening to. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie...
2024-07-2952 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E17 | An Extrovert Coaching Introverts w/ Sarah BryerSend us a textI met an extrovert who decided to dedicate her time to coaching introverts. After working with a group of introverts, she recognized how amazing they truly are and how powerful they can be in the workplace. Sarah hangs out on Linkedin, where you can follow her daily posts about introversion https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-bryer-intro-vert/Sarah is a keynote speaker and works 1:1 with introverted people - you can book a free call here https://calendly.com/intro-vert/careerminds - (Coaching package cost from £350)All the good s...
2024-06-0359 minThe Macro Social Work MentorConnect to End Covid-19: A Discussion with Dr. Kathryn WehrmannDr. Kathy Wehrman is my guest today, and we’re going to discuss the CONNECT TO END COVID-19 Initiative and the important role social workers can play across micro and macro levels. Dr. Wehrmann resides in Champaign, Illinois. She has deep roots in this community after living there for over forty years. She loves its diversity as a university community as well as the wide range of cultural opportunities it offers. She received both her MSW and Ph.D. from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. She is retired from Illinois State University, School of Social Work after 20 year...
2024-06-0332 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E16 | When Is It Okay to Complain? w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textBailey found a Tik Tok video that mentioned that complaining is “bad”, whereas venting is “good”. However, I beg to differ. We love to complain, and we don’t plan to change that. So, the question is, when is it okay to complain? We list our top 3 grievances and determine if complaining really is all that bad or is it okay to complain. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2024-05-201h 41
The Talkative IntrovertS4E15 | Saying Goodbye to My CohostSend us a textOn March 8th, 2024, my husband and I had to say goodbye to our beloved, Link. I like to think of him as my little cohost and he’s been featured in my podcast art. If you’ve been a listener of the show, you would’ve heard him bark or the pitter patter of his paws in the background. This has been possibly one of the hardest things I’ve ever been through, but I sure am glad I met him. He was truly the best boy. All the good stuff: https://l...
2024-05-0633 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E14 | Would You Rather w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textThe beautiful Bailey joins me again in an episode of Would You Rather questions. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovert Theme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2024-03-041h 17
The Talkative IntrovertS4E13 | Mind Your Own Hobby! w/ Eugene (Mikie) ManaloSend us a textMy brother joins me in this episode, and we talk about stigma around our hobbies. Some people may view our hobbies as “children’s” hobbies, but who gets to decide what kind of hobbies you should be doing as an adult and is it really all that bad? We say, mind your own business, or in this case, mind your own hobby! All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2024-01-161h 28
The Talkative IntrovertS4E12 | Goodbye 2023Send us a textNot the end of Season 4, but an end to both a really crappy but also somewhat good year. Happy New Year! May 2024 be better than last year. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2024-01-0124 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E11 | Unpopular Opinions w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textBailey and I share our unpopular opinions, some a little serious and some lighthearted. For example, 69 is an awful position and, also, people need a little bit of trauma in their lives. Let us know if you agree. Do you have any unpopular opinions? All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-11-271h 05
The Talkative IntrovertS4E10 | Thoughts on Fashion and Style w/ Chaitanya Patel (CP)Send us a textIn this episode, I’m joined by CP. He is the creator and founder of Xtring (pronounced as String) which is a clothing line whose ultimate mission is to help their customers elevate their confidence through style. As an owner of a clothing brand, we of course, talked about fashion and creating our own style. Make sure to check out Xtring! Links below. https://www.xtring.shop/ https://www.instagram.com/xtring.shop https://www.instagram.com/chaitanyapatel.eth/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/the...
2023-11-1349 minThe Macro Social Work MentorPolitical Social WorkDr. Manalo cites Dr. Shannon R. Lane and Dr. Suzanne Pritzker from their 2018 textbook, Political Social Work: Using Power to Create Social Change to outline the 5 areas of Political Social Work Practice: 1) Engaging Individuals and Communities in Political Processes; 2) Influencing Policy Agendas and Decision-Making; 3) Holding Professional and Political Staff Positions; 4) Engaging in Electoral Campaigns; and 5) Seeking and Holding Elected Office.Political Social Work: Using Power to Create Social Change
2023-11-1318 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E9 | How Do You Know If You’re Ready? w/ Vernon T. ScottSend us a textI am joined by Dr. Vernon T. Scott. We answer the question: What would your response be to a young teen/adult if they asked, how do you know if you’re ready to have sex for the first time? It’s a pretty sensitive subject and there are numerous ways to go about it. It’s definitely not a one size fits all answer. Dr. Vernon T. Scott is currently pursuing a Sex Coaching certification from Sex Coaching University and earning a second masters in Marriage and Family Therapy with a Syste...
2023-09-2557 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E8 | CoyAmore: The New Introvert Dating App w/ Jon PethkeSend us a textI’m joined by Jon Pethke, the founder of CoyAmore. We talk about his app and how it can help introverts find their potential partners. Make sure to go check it out! CoyAmore is an innovative dating app specifically designed for introverts, providing a comfortable and inclusive platform for individuals who prefer a more introverted approach to dating. Their mission is to create meaningful connections while respecting and embracing the unique qualities of introverted individuals. At the heart of CoyAmore lies a sophisticated matching algorithm, meticulously crafted based on the...
2023-09-1238 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E7 | Is This Normal or Not Normal (Part 2) w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIf you haven’t already, make sure to go check out Part 1. Just like the last one, I got the idea from the Toni and Ryan Podcast. Bailey and I go through different scenarios and determine whether we think it’s Normal or Not Normal. Let us know what you think. Do you have the same opinions as we do, or not?All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-08-071h 21
The Talkative IntrovertS4E6 | Our Little Trip to Seattle w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textBailey and I went to Seattle, Washington but on separate trips. Hers was more of a nostalgic trip, whereas mine was purely for vacation. In this episode, we both recap our trips and share our thoughts on the city. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-07-311h 22
The Talkative IntrovertS4E5 | The Older You Get, The More People Suck w/ Danny Matranga & the HubbySend us a textMy husband and I went on a camping with our friends and Danny said something really interesting. The older you get, the more you realize that people just suck. I never really thought about that, so I wanted him to talk more about it. Let me know your thoughts!All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-07-241h 25The Macro Social Work MentorInterview with Sabrina GillanDr. Manalo interviews Sabrina Gillan, MSW, a strategic social justice advocate who specializes in policies that alleviate human suffering. She currently serves as the Chief Strategic Partnership Officer for Brilliant Corners, a supportive housing agency focusing on Californians exiting institutionalization or chronic homelessness. In this role she is responsible for fund development, government affairs, and key stakeholder partnerships. Previously, Sabrina enjoyed a twelve year career with The Salvation Army, where her early direct practice experience informed her policy advocacy and leadership work. Sabrina received her Masters of Social Work with a concentration in social change from...
2023-07-0541 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E4 | Is This Normal or Not Normal (Part 1) w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIn this episode, I stole an idea from the Toni and Ryan Podcast. They do a segment called Normal or Nah, which I thought would be fun to do with Bailey. So, in this episode we figure out if we see eye to eye on some stuff. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-07-031h 16The Macro Social Work MentorAccessing Local Government, Part IIn this episode, Dr. Manalo begins the first of three episodes on how to engage with your local government. After he was elected to the Artesia City Council in 2007, he heard from one of his constituents about a problem that she was having in her neighborhood. Dr. Manalo shares his lessons learned from trying to address and solve this problem. He has turned this experience into an assignment for his undergraduate social work students.
2023-06-2027 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E3 | Social Anxiety w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIf you’re anything like me, then social anxiety is the bane of your existence. Bailey and I talk about social anxiety and how it impacts us and the struggles we deal with. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-06-121h 18
The Talkative IntrovertS4E2 | Happy Podiversary!!!Send us a textMay 28, 2023 marks the 3-year anniversary of The Talkative Introvert Podcast! I just did a short episode celebrating this milestone and kind of updating you all on what's going on in my life. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-05-2926 min
The Talkative IntrovertS4E1 | Get to Know Your Host w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textStarting off Season 4 with yours truly being interviewed by the beautiful Ms. Bailey! Last season, I did a lot of interviews and my guests were the ones doing most of the talking. So, Bailey thought it would be a good idea for the roles to be reversed and me be the one being interviewed. Let me know your thoughts! All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2023-05-151h 05The Macro Social Work MentorSocial Work is PoliticalDr. Manalo shares with you how he came to realize the relevance of politics to social workers and the importance of political action to social workers.
2023-05-0826 min
Lets JTalkGrabe, Napakabuti Mo! ( Isang Tula na may malayang Taludturan )Itobay aking nilikha para sa taong 2022 papuntang 2023 na grabe talaga ang Diyos sa buhay natin/ko. GRABE! NAPAKABUTI MO!
"Malayang Tula na'may Malayang Taludturan"
nilikha ni Jhay Manalo
Grabe napakabuti mo!
Sa bawat taon na dumaraan
Napakarami mong paraan.
Ikaw yung naging dahilan
Kung bakit ko'to nasimulan
Grabe napakabuti mo!
Sa bawat pagsubok na dumaraan
Andami ko nalang dahilan
Ayy pagod nako, suko nako
Patuloy naba 'kong maglalaho?
Andaming naging tanong
sa sarili
bakit mo binigay 'to?
deserve ko ba'to?
kaya ko ba?
bakit ito?
Hindi na maunawaan
Ang kanyang dahilan
Kung bakit ito, ang aking pinagdaraanan
Marahil Ako'y pinabayaan?
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2023-01-0903 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E24 | Goodbye 2022Send us a textIn this episode, we say goodbye to 2022 and to Season 3 of The Talkative Introvert Podcast. This season has definitely been an interesting one and I’m excited to see what next year will bring. Thank you to everyone who listened to the podcast, rated, and reviewed it, sent me a message, and so on. I wish you all a very Happy New Year!All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-12-1929 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E23 | Sex Talk with a Fellow Hoe w/ Vernon T. ScottSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Vernon T. Scott. He is the host of The Heauxliloquy Podcast and author of “Essential Guide on How to be a Hoe”. His mission is to spread sex positivity and educate people on sex-related topics that aren’t always talked about. With that said, this episode is most definitely Not Safe for Work (NFSW) and may not be suitable for everyone. Check out Vernon’s website: https://www.heauxliloquy.com/All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene...
2022-12-121h 03
The Talkative IntrovertS3E22 | Is it Worth Hiring a Coach? w/ Kevin PalmieriSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Kevin Palmieri. He is the CFO, Founder & Co-Host of Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement Podcast. As a skeptic of “life” coaches, I question him about coaching and what qualifies him to help people with their life choices.Check out Next Level University: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-12-0552 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E21 | Introverts on Needing to Own Their Brand w/ DP KnudtenSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by DP Knudten. He’s the Chief Collaborator at COLLABORATOR creative and is the creator-host of the NONFICTION BRAND podcast and author of NONFICTION BRAND – Discover, craft, and communicate the ‘completely true / completely you’ brand you already are. We talk about how important it is for introverts to be their own advocates and owning their success in a world where people will take credit for your work. Check out the free PDFs on working on your personal brand: https://dpknudten.com/gift/ All the good s...
2022-11-281h 01
The Talkative IntrovertS3E20 | A Love Letter to Introverts w/ Jay ColemanSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Jay Coleman. He is the Owner, Founder and Chief Introverted Officer of Sincerely, An Introvert. The company was founded in August 2021 with two goals: To celebrate true introverted thoughts and expressions, and to create stylish clothes that introverts can relate to. A lifelong introvert, Jay rejects the stereotypes typically applied to introverts; including that they are antisocial, shy, or depressed. This is Jay’s love letter to the introverts out there. Check Out Jay’s Introvert Apparel: https://sincerelyanintrovert.com/ All the good s...
2022-11-141h 02
The Talkative IntrovertS3E19 | Dating and Relationships as an Introvert w/ Ash PariseauSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Ash Pariseau. She is a certified dating and relationship consultant and professional writer. Her mission is to help women cut through the BS and become valued in relationships with quality men by setting realistic standards and establishing healthy boundaries. We talk about dating and relationships from an introvert perspective. Check out Ash’s links: https://linktr.ee/ashpariseau All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-11-071h 03
The Talkative IntrovertS3E18 | Talking Halloween with My Favorite INTJ w/ Leah GuillamaSend us a textMy sister-in-law, Leah, joins me in this episode to talk about our favorite holiday: Halloween! We love the spooky, the macabre, the oddities, and the curiosities. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-10-311h 35
The Talkative IntrovertS3E17 | My Favorite Co-Host Turned 30 w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by my favorite co-host, my ride or die, my chosen family, my bestie, the one and only, Bailey Jorgeson. We reminisce and talk about our 20s and what we learned. Your 20s is such an important stage in your life, but there’s also so much more to look forward to in the future. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-10-171h 07
The Talkative IntrovertS3E16 | Do You Practice Being Open-minded? w/ Jem FullerSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Jem Fuller. We chat about the importance of practicing open-mindedness because it’s human nature to be closed minded. We all like to say that we’re open-minded, but are we really? Jem’s website: https://jemfuller.com/ Use Code 'PODCAST' to get the Mindfulness Made Easy course for free: https://jemfuller.teachable.com/p/mindfulness-made-easyAll the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-10-101h 14
The Talkative IntrovertS3E15 | Tapping Through Trauma w/ Ann HinceSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Ann Hince. She talks through her journey of discovering Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Tapping to help her get through past trauma. Make sure to check out Ann’s website to find out more: https://annhince.com/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-10-031h 04
The Talkative IntrovertS3E14 | Introverts Mastering Their Talk w/ Brenden KumarasamySend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Brenden Kumarasamy. He is the founder of MasterTalk, where he coaches ambitious executives & entrepreneurs to become the top 1% communicators in their industry. He also has a popular YouTube channel called MasterTalk, with the goal of providing free access to communication tools for everyone in the world.Brenden’s Website: https://www.rockstarcommunicator.com/ Brenden’s YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MasterTalks All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundc...
2022-09-1257 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E13 | Healthy Habits Over Weight Loss w/ Stephanie LuerasSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Stephanie Lueras. She is the founder of Heart and Sole Fitness & Wellness. We talk about the importance of being an advocate for your body and focusing on creating healthy habits rather than only caring about losing weight. Stephanie’s website: https://heartandsolefit.com/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-08-291h 02
The Talkative IntrovertS3E12 | It’s Just Me, GuysSend us a textIt’s been a while since I’ve talked to you guys, so I wanted to do a solo episode and take a break from talking with guests. So, in this episode, I’m just going to talk about what’s new with the podcast and what’s the deal with all these new guests. PodMatch Affiliate Link: https://podmatch.com/signup/thetalkativeintrovert All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-08-2229 min
California Haunts RadioHaunted Heirlooms and “Unholy Structure” with Anna Maria ManaloAnna Maria Manalo is an author in the genre of fiction and nonfiction supernatural and historical suspense. Her writing is respected for her skilled use of subtext, riveting scenes, and absorbing details. As an amateur travel photographer, she has traveled extensively to more than 27 countries and has compiled accounts of terrifying and uncanny experiences in both her native country of the Philippines and abroad.Manalo starred as "Elisa Simon" in episode two of the pilot, "UFO's Over Earth" while she was a field investigator for MUFON. Her personal experiences with the bizarre has...
2022-08-191h 53
The Talkative IntrovertS3E11 | Ending the War on Drugs is Ending the War on People w/ Jay ShifmanSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Jay Shifman, the founder of Choose Your Struggle. In this episode, we talk about the War on Drugs. We cover what it is, why is it important, and why the war on drugs is really a war on people. Check Out Jay’s website: https://www.jayshifman.com/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-08-081h 12
The Talkative IntrovertS3E10 | Using Your Intuition to Live Your Best Life w/ Susan JaneSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Susan Jane. She calls herself the Intuitist. We talk about what is intuition and how it can be used to live your best life. Towards the end, Susan talks about how Intuitive Flower readings can help you reach your goals, and she does a reading on my flower. If you want to see the image I used, check it out on Instagram or Facebook. TRIGGER WARNING: There is mention of sexual violence/rape that may be triggering to some listeners. Check out Su...
2022-08-011h 17
The Talkative IntrovertS3E9.1 | Owning Your Introversion: Guided Meditation w/ Simmi SehraSend us a textThis recording is just the guided meditation. If you want to hear the full episode, check out the one right before this.All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-07-2624 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E9 | Owning Your Introversion w/ Simmi Sehra & Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIn today’s episode, Bailey and I are joined by Simmi Sehra. She is our very first listener guest! She reached out to us to do an episode and we’re so honored to have her. We talk about owning your introversion and discovering the internal unconscious patterns that sabotage your growth. If you listen to the end, Simmi gives us a demonstration of Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and hypnosis that helped her on her journey to owning her introversion. Simmi's info: http://www.linkedin.com/connectsimmi and http://www.instagram.com/conne...
2022-07-251h 34
The Talkative IntrovertS3E8 | Living a More Wholistic Life w/ Magic BarclaySend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Magic Barclay. She is the host of A Magical Life podcast and the founder of Wholistic Natural Health in Australia. We talk about what holistic medicine means and why practices like this is so important. Check out Wholistic Natural Health: https://www.wholisticnaturalhealth.com.au/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-07-1849 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E7 | Stand-Up Comedy is Pretty Introverted w/ Shane RogersSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Shane Rogers. He is a comedian, pundit, author, musician, and co-host of the Midnight Facts for Insomniacs podcast. Shane is an introvert, but also a stand-up comedian. I would have never put those two things together, but it actually works really well.Check out Shane’s website: http://www.shanerogers.net/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-07-111h 06
The Talkative IntrovertS3E6 | Teen Mental Health w/ Filimon MeazaSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by Filimon Meaza, the host of The Brief Dive, a podcast about teen mental health. We touch on teen mental health, learn more about Filimon and why he started his podcast. Check out Filimon and The Brief Dive Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-06-2758 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E5 | Just a Couple of Childless Millennials w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIn this episode, Bailey and I talk about why we don’t want kids and how that’s okay. We talk about the societal pressure to have kids, how people are either meant to be or not meant to be parents, and our appreciation for loving and supportive parents. Mad respect to all the good ones out there! All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-06-131h 15
The Talkative IntrovertS3E4 | Answering Questions No One Asked Us w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textBailey and I answer questions from the r/AskReddit subreddit, because… we just really love answering questions. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-05-091h 44
The Talkative IntrovertS3E3 | I Have HypothyroidismSend us a textIn this episode, I talk about what prompted me to go see the doctor and a little bit about what hypothyroidism is. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypothyroidism/symptoms-causes/syc-20350284 All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-04-2529 min
The Talkative IntrovertS3E2 | Guided Journaling: Our Top 3 Prompts w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIf you’re like us and like the idea of journaling, but never know what to write, try out the Prompted Journal app (not a sponsor). Bailey and I share our top three journal prompts and our answers to them. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-04-111h 32
The Talkative IntrovertS3E1 | Here's to Being 30 w/ the BestiesSend us a textWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast! I turned 30 this year and my friends surprised me for my birthday. All they said was pack for cold weather and bring your podcast gear. So, here’s to being 30! All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovert Theme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2022-03-2149 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E26 | Goodbye 2021Send us a textIn this episode, we say goodbye to 2021 and to Season 2 of The Talkative Introvert Podcast. I look back on the year and provide some updates for the future of The Talkative Introvert podcast. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovert Theme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-12-2027 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E25 | The Bestie Appreciation Episode w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textHappy Thanksgiving fellow Americans! In the spirit of this holiday, the bestie and I thought we would show our appreciation for each other by talking about our friendship and our timeline. In my experience, it’s pretty rare to find someone you can truly connect with, so this friendship is really special to me, and I hope everyone can find that person or people they can connect with. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-11-221h 25
The Talkative IntrovertS2E24 | I Watch TV to Escape RealitySend us a textBecause of the pandemic, a lot of shows were put on hold and pushed out to 2021. So of course, everyone was excited when all of our beloved shows started releasing new episodes. However, I had an issue with a few thing, so here’s my rant. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-11-0833 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E23 | It’s Spooky Season, Bitches! w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textIt’s finally spooky season, bitches! The bestie joins me in this episode to talk about our absolute favorite holiday and time of the year. Hope you all have an amazing Halloween!!!All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-10-251h 05
The Talkative IntrovertS2E22 | Superstitions w/ Mia Russell and Delena RasboldSend us a textIt’s spooky season, so in this episode, I talk to Mia and Delena about superstitions. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-10-182h 13
The Talkative IntrovertS2E21 | Emotional Energy - How Do You Use Your F*cks Bucks? w/ Bailey JorgesonSend us a textWe talk about Emotional Energy and how we need to care about how many f*cks we give, because we have a finite amount that we can spend every day. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-09-271h 46
The Talkative IntrovertS2E20 | Anti-Jabber HateSend us a textThis vaccine has caused so much division and anger and hate. It’s astounding. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-09-1333 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E19 | Dogs, TV Shows, & Kevin w/ Shannon EblerSend us a textJust a casual chat with my friend, Shannon, about dogs, TV Shows, and a guy named Kevin (stick to the end to figure what that’s about). All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-08-301h 16
The Talkative IntrovertS2E18 | Introverts with Birthday AnxietySend us a textIn celebration of my husband's 30th birthday, I thought I'd talk about introverts with birthday anxiety and the emphasis on milestone birthdays. I check reddit and the internet on advice for introverts in these situations. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-08-1629 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E17 | Interview with a Shoe Collector w/ Patrick DeGuzman & the HubbySend us a textI’m joined by my husband and his cousin, Patrick, to talk about collections. Why have a collection? Why collect the things you collect? What would you collect if money wasn’t an issue? What do you do when you retire or get older? What’s the end goal? So many questions!Patrick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deguuzo/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-08-021h 17
The Talkative IntrovertS2E16 | I Searched for ‘Introvert’ & Learned About CourageSend us a textAs the title states, I was trying to search for introvert related content on Netflix and stumbled upon Brené Brown: The Call to Courage. She talks about courage and vulnerability, and I reflect on what that means to me and why I recommend everyone to watch it. All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-07-1935 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E15 | We Interview a Witch w/ Mia Russell & Delena pt.2Send us a textThis episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Mia and Delena, the introverted witch, on being a witch and paganism. If you haven’t already, go check out Part 1 of this interview. Crossroads Metaphysical Store: http://crossroadsoccult.com/ Mia’s info: https://linktr.ee/Miarussell All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-07-051h 15
The Talkative IntrovertS2E14 | We Interview a Witch w/ Mia Russell & Delena pt.1Send us a textIn this episode, Mia introduces me to her friend, Delena, a real-life witch and an introvert! This is Part 1 of our interview with Delena. We had so many questions that we had to split this into two parts. Make sure to look out for that episode. Crossroads Metaphysical Store: http://crossroadsoccult.com/ Mia’s info: https://linktr.ee/Miarussell All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-06-211h 28
The Talkative IntrovertS2E13 | Is Being an Introvert a Choice?Send us a textThe Friday before this episode airs marks the one-year anniversary of The Talkative Introvert Podcast. In celebrations of that, I figured I would do an introvert-related episode. I scour the internet to figure out if being an introvert is a choice. Below are the articles I reference:https://www.chemistry-neuroscienceblog.com/post/being-an-introvert-or-extrovert-is-it-a-choicehttps://introvertdear.com/news/are-you-born-an-introvert-or-do-you-become-one/https://www.bustle.com/articles/103474-are-introverts-born-that-way-what-makes-some-people-introverted-according-to-scienceAll the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-05-3133 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E12 | Introvert Dating Update w/ Mia RussellSend us a textYou may remember from Season 1, my friend, Mia. I invited her onto the podcast to talk about dating as an introvert. In this episode, Mia joins me again to give us a little update on her dating life. Check out Mia’s art and follow her on social media: https://linktr.ee/Miarussell Check out La Vette Social Club: https://www.instagram.com/lavettesocialclub/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-05-171h 17
The Talkative IntrovertS2E11 | Modern-Day Feminism & Men's Rights ActivistsSend us a textAs a feminist, I think it’s also important to look into and understand the issues that men face. To see the issues that men’s rights activists fight for, check out the links below. Resources:https://nationalcenterformen.org/ https://www.reddit.com/r/INTJfemale/comments/mjn39t/what_is_your_opinion_on_the_current_state_of/ https://www.reddit.com/r/feminismformen/comments/fokbpp/seeking_feminist_perspective/ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zCjX9PF8RwboWCCCHq0gLLavS7q8G65Y8r6hSqfeB-U/edit?usp=drivesdkAll th...
2021-04-2639 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E10 | You Don't Need to Chase PassionSend us a textJust don’t do it. Don’t chase your passion. I’ll tell you why in this episode.Stop searching for your passion | Terri Trespicio - https://youtu.be/6MBaFL7sCb8 All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-04-1924 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E9 | INTJ Statistics w/ Leah GuillamaSend us a textLeah and I scour the internet for interesting INTJ statistics. We picked our favorites from the list to share in this episode. If you want to check out the ones we didn’t include in the show, here’s the link to the website: https://astroligion.com/intj-statistics-facts-about-intj/ All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-04-121h 33
The Talkative IntrovertS2E8 | Why Introverts are Good Listeners & How That Can Be Destructive for UsSend us a textIntroverts tend to share similar characteristics and those characteristics can make them really good listeners. (Obviously, this doesn’t apply to all introverts.) Being a good listener is a skill not everyone has and if you can master that skill, it can help you in both your professional and personal life. However, when stuck in the listener role, this can lead to some problems. So, in this episode, I go over those issues and what I plan to do to be a better advocate for myself. All the good stuff: https://lin...
2021-03-2929 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E7 | I Married My High School Sweetheart w/ the HubbySend us a textThe date this episode goes live will be my 14th anniversary with my husband. So, in celebration of our anniversary, I asked my husband to join me in this episode to talk about how we first met, and the pros and cons of marrying your high school sweetheart. https://www.reddit.com/r/instantbarbarians/All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-03-2248 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E6 | Don't Call Me That w/ Shannon Ebler and Mia RussellSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined by my two friends, Shannon, and Mia. We focus on certain words that may seem innocent but may actually be negative. Since we’re women, we focused more on terms that are related to women and how certain words make us feel. Then Mia entertains us with information she has on the meanings behind our first names. Links to the books she mentioned are below. https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Truth-Your-Name-Complete/dp/034542266Xhttps://www.amazon.com/Power-Birthdays-Stars-Numbers-Personology/dp/0345418190/ Mia’s Insta Page...
2021-03-081h 17
The Talkative IntrovertS2E5 | Cancel CultureSend us a textCancel Culture: What is it? Is it a good thing? Bad? Did what Gina Carano posted on her social media platforms warrant her removal from the Mandalorian? These are some of the questions I ask myself in this episode. Follow me on social media and let me know your thoughts. Random article I said I would share in the description: https://www.abc10.com/article/money/california-edd-fraud-claims/103-b07ad3ec-6190-486c-b0ba-56de41defb20 All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Ma...
2021-03-0138 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E4 | INTJs vs ENFJs w/ Austin, Katrina, and LeahSend us a textIn this episode, I am joined again with my INTJ sister-in-law. However, this time we are also joined with Katrina and Austin who so happen to be both ENFJs. We talk through different scenarios and how each of us would react in that moment. You can tell from the first scenario how both personalities can be complete opposites. Let us know on social media how you felt about the episode and if you relate. https://www.16personalities.com/ Katrina's YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/katrinalim28Al...
2021-02-221h 13
The Talkative IntrovertS2E3 | Working on Micro GoalsSend us a textYear after to year, my New Year’s resolution is the same. However, year after year, I don’t ever achieve that goal: weight loss. This year, though, I’m trying to change my mindset and approach it from a different angle and that is through micro goals. It’s an extremely simplistic approach, but one that can be easily overlooked, because of its simplicity. In this episode, I’ll go over what that is and what I hope to achieve this year. Will I lose weight in 2021? I guess we’ll find out. ...
2021-02-1534 min
The Talkative IntrovertS2E2 | INTJ Misconceptions w/ Leah GuillamaSend us a textI am joined again with my INTJ sister-in-law, Leah. We scour the internet for a list of INTJ misconceptions and share the ones that really speak out to us. The first half of the episode, we break down these misconceptions and explain why they’re inaccurate. Then the second half really is just two INTJs ranting about random stuff. Enjoy!All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika
2021-02-081h 54
The Talkative IntrovertS2E1 | Will 2021 Be Another Year for the Introverts?Send us a textFirst episode of Season 2. Thanks for coming back for more! What great way to start the new season, but with an introvert episode? In this episode, I’ll be talking about whether I think 2021 will be another year for the introverts and why. If you’re interested in that board game I mentioned, here’s the link: https://www.amazon.com/Level-99-Games-Millennium-Blades/dp/1936920573 Don’t forget to check out the introvert subreddit. Here’s that thread I mentioned: https://www.reddit.com/r/introvert/comments/ko1x29/as_an_introvert...
2021-02-0141 min
The Talkative IntrovertS1E29 | Goodbye 2020Send us a textIn this episode, we say goodbye to 2020 and to Season 1 of The Talkative Introvert Podcast. I do a recap on this year as it relates to me and the podcast. (I’m sure people don’t need a recap on everything that has been going on this year.) I also talk about what to look forward to in Season Two. Katrina's YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/katrinalim28All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Eugene (Mikie) Manalo: https://soundcloud.com/mikieika...
2020-12-2137 minThe Talkative IntrovertS1E28 | Social Media CleanseSend us a textThere’s a lot of things to hate and love about social media and in this episode, I talk about the good and the bad. I also briefly talk about my opinion on The Social Dilemma documentary on Netflix and how it kind of sparked this episode. Let me know about how you felt about the documentary. What’s your love/hate relationship with social media? Is it more love or more hate or somewhere in the middle?All the good stuff: https://linktr.ee/thetalkativeintrovertTheme Song by Euge...
2020-12-141h 02The Talkative IntrovertS1E27 | Talking Zodiacs w/ the BewitchesSend us a textI am joined again by the Bewitches (Katrina, Leah, and Bailey). We discuss Astrology and reveal our Sun, Moon, and Rising (i.e. our Zodiac signs). We are most definitely not professionals. In fact, I didn’t know there were other signs and different elements associated with the signs. I’m also very skeptical about Zodiacs, but there definitely were some eerily accurate descriptions of me based on my results. Let us know on social media how you felt about the episode and whether you agree with your signs or not. This...
2020-12-071h 19The Talkative IntrovertS1E26 | There's Always Something to be Grateful forSend us a textIt’s Thanksgiving week in the U.S. and I reflect back on my last episode. This year has been rough for a lot of people, but there’s still some positives amidst all this negativity. I also went to reddit and asked the introvert redditors how they prep and recharge during holiday events. Stick to the end for the advice I got. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone, and I hope you can find some positive things about this year, because even though life sucks, there’s always something to be grateful for. All the...
2020-11-2323 minThe Talkative IntrovertS1E25 | I'm Very TiredSend us a textWith everything going on in the world, I feel like it is definitely affecting my psyche. I’m very tired and very exhausted from it all. I did go into a little political rant, but it’s probably not what you’re thinking. I’m not necessarily discussing which party is better than the other. I also give a bit of a podcast journey update. This marks my 25th episode, which according to Buzzsprout, is a milestone! Thanks so much for all of you who have listened and stuck around. Thanks to everyone who has c...
2020-11-0926 minThe Talkative IntrovertS1E24 | Introverts Going Back to the OfficeSend us a textA lot of businesses are opening back up and there’s already discussions about going back to the office. Although I’m happy to hear businesses are opening back up, the office, however, not so much. For some extroverts, they may be ecstatic for the work life to go back to how it was and for the day to day interactions with their colleagues. However, this can be a different story for introverts. In preparation for this episode, I went to social media to see how people felt about going back and to ask...
2020-11-0240 minThe Talkative IntrovertS1E23 | Spooky Stories w/ the BewitchesSend us a textIt is almost Halloween! My absolute favorite holiday. To celebrate, I am joined by my girls and we share some spooky stories. Oddly, during this episode, we kept experiencing some inconvenient technical difficulties. A coincidence? I hope so! The episode isn’t that scary, but if you get spooked easily like me, make sure to watch some good, wholesome Disney movies afterwards! LOL! Let me know on social media if you have ever had anything spooky happen to you. How did you react? I’d love to hear all about it!Katr...
2020-10-261h 02