The Kindling Project
The Kindling Project
We know that women have untapped potential – and it's time to put some kindling on it. Too often, we dim our light for the sake of others. But it's never too late to ignite the fire within. Unlock your potential and embark on a journey of empowerment with The Kindling Project.
Join hosts Melissa Halpin, artist and founder of Memora, an experience design agency, and Monica Inestroza-Curtis, a storyteller and blogger at ToGETherJOY, as they spark and fan the flames of creativity through conversations with remarkable women.
From an off-road adventuress conquering the Rubicon Trail to a non-profit founder delivering feminine hygiene products to millions in developing nations, from a fashion designer building a multimillion-dollar brand after divorce in her 60s to a therapist exploring where psychotherapy meets alternative treatments to improve the mental health epidemic in our country, we explore these inspiring stories.
The Kindling Project is more than a podcast; it's a passion project dedicated to uncovering, celebrating, and nurturing the extraordinary potential within every woman. Remember, it only takes one spark to ignite a flame!
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Kisha Hopkins Quinn Talks: Pivoting & Building
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08/18/22 • 51 min
In this episode of The Kindling Project, Kisha brings her down-to-earth energy. Kisha is steadfast, real, and honest. She shares how her journey began with her business partner Jen Langen and took some devastating and unexpected turns. We ride the rollercoaster of learning how to pivot, let go, grieve, move on, and show up for ourselves and others. Kisha is transparent in the challenges and barriers she faced while building a successful pilates studio in Southeast Michigan. Through the ups and down, Kisha’s story will inspire you to keep showing up for yourself and others in the face of adversity. Kisha has transformed the pilates industry by creating a “come as you are” space where students feel welcome and not judged. Be prepared to want to try a class while feeling empowered that you can do anything when life throws you lemons. Check out Warehouse Pilates at: https://warehousepilates.com/.
Learn more about The Kindling Project at our website: https://www.thekindlingproject.com/ and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire! The Kindling Project - Ignite. The Kindling Project is sponsored by Memora, an experience design agency that creates memorable brand experiences. Memora is offering our listeners a FREE 30-minute brand consultation. Schedule yours now.
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Carrie Talick Ayotte Talks: Female Empowerment
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09/02/22 • 42 min
Our discussion with Carrie is all about finding #femaleempowerment, even when you feel you have nothing left to give. Any aspiring writers, this one is a must-listen for you!
This week we are excited to interview Carrie Talick Ayotte, an advertising creative director and a best-selling author who speaks our language at The Kindling Project.
Carrie shares that her underlying personal theme is finding female empowerment and independence.
Her book, "Beware the Mermaids, " depicts how diminishing a woman’s choices can affect her day-to-day. Eventually, she wakes up and realizes all she has to do is believe in herself and have a powerful posse of girlfriends to back her up! You can read more about Carrie and her work here:
https://easyreadernews.com/novel-about-four-girlfriends.../
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Jacki Smith Talks: Empowered Believing
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09/15/22 • 46 min
Amy and Melissa have the honor of interviewing Jacki Smith about Setting intentions while responding to the Universe.
Jacki Smith is the founder and president of Coventry Creations, a locally based, internationally known maker of spiritual products, and co-owner of Candle Wick Shoppe in Ferndale, MI. In 1992 Jacki was the first on the national market with her Blessed Herbal Candles.
You can find her latest best-selling book, The Big Book of Candle Magic, here:
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Memora is an experience design agency that creates memorable brand experiences.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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*Learn more about The Kindling Project at our website ...and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire!
*Keep your passion ignited! Subscribe to our YouTube for full uncut video versions of each episode & more!
Contact us via email at [email protected] for further inquiries or discussions.
Replay: Princess Castleberry Talks: Breaking Free from Unconscious Agreements
The Kindling Project
12/26/23 • 66 min
This is a replay of our conversation with Princess!
Princess Castleberry is on a journey to break free from unconscious agreements. She helps her clients unleash the power of collective responsibility and tap into their inner strength to lead fulfilling lives.
As a TEDx Keynote Speaker, Wellness + Risk Consultant, Coach, Author, and CEO of GO BEYOND WELL, Princess is an expert in equipping people to solve wellness challenges. She leverages her superpowers of intentional listening, analytics, wit, and authenticity to help you actively manage your wellness risks and lead a better life.
Princess reminds us of the power we have always held in every area of our lives, whether at home, work, or society. Princess also highlights the toxicity of scarcity and encourages you to take control of your circumstances, collaborate, and connect with others. You'll be inspired by her secret weapon - her mother and grandmother, who instilled seeds of self-worth and possibility from an early age.
If you're ready to break free from the mold and tap into your true power, join Princess Castleberry on a journey to Go Beyond Well and lead a life of wellness and fulfillment.
Check Princess out!!
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/princesscastleberry/
Website https://www.gobeyondwell.com/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PrincessGalloway
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Dr. Amanda Tracy Talks: How to Thrive in Perimenopause & Menopause
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02/06/24 • 47 min
In this episode, Mic engages in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Amanda Tracy, delving into holistic health and focusing on the intricate phases of menopause and perimenopause. Dr. Tracy candidly shares her journey in the realm of women's hormonal health, unraveling the nuances between menopause and the often-overlooked yet crucial stage of perimenopause. Tune in as she explores nutrition's pivotal role, gut health's impact on hormonal balance, and her unique approach to decoding hormone archetypes. Wrapping up the discussion, Dr. Tracy emphasizes the significance of not merely enduring perimenopausal symptoms but actively seeking guidance and adopting a comprehensive approach to well-being that seamlessly blends Western and holistic medicine. Whether embarking on your hormonal health journey or supporting someone through menopause, Dr. Tracy provides invaluable insights and practical advice to navigate this transformative phase gracefully.
Takeaways
- Addressing perimenopause symptoms early can make the menopause transition easier and shorter.
- Nutrition plays a crucial role in hormone balance; certain foods can help or hinder hormone production.
- Gut health and digestive changes are common during perimenopause, and addressing gut issues can improve overall health.
- Dr. Tracy takes a personalized approach to hormone balance, considering individual hormone archetypes and lifestyle factors.
- Recognizing red flags and seeking medical help is important to ensure any abnormal symptoms are properly addressed.
- Dr. Tracy's practice offers a six-month membership program with comprehensive testing and personalized treatment plans.
Learn more about Dr. Tracy’s practice at www.dramandatracy.com
Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn @amandatracynd
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Kaitlyn Young Talks: Overcoming Mental Health Challenges
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08/26/22 • 45 min
**Suicide discussion warning**
In this episode of The Kindling Project, Amy and Melissa have the pleasure of talking to Kaitlyn Young. Kaitlyn is honest, vulnerable, and raw with us as she describes the barriers and limitations she has overcome in her young life. We cover everything from unmasking ourselves, what it means to be relentless, Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harm, and religion while finding your true calling. From someone who didn’t see a life worth living to now owning two businesses, Kaitlyn learned how to overcome her most complicated challenges and find her purpose to help others unmask themselves. Be prepared to fall in love with her courage and her story about the llama that genuinely saved her life.
Kaitlyn Young is a published best-selling author and owner of Social Media Doctor LLC and Raw and Real Empowerment LLC.
Learn more about The Kindling Project at our website: https://www.thekindlingproject.com/ and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire! The Kindling Project - Ignite. The Kindling Project is sponsored by Memora, an experience design agency that creates memorable brand experiences. Memora is offering our listeners a FREE 30-minute brand consultation. Schedule yours now.
Take Action Now!
*Learn more about The Kindling Project at our website ...and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire!
*Keep your passion ignited! Subscribe to our YouTube for full uncut video versions of each episode & more!
Contact us via email at [email protected] for further inquiries or discussions.
Brenda Naomi Rosenberg Talks: Peace
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02/27/24 • 39 min
Mel chats with Brenda Naomi Rosenberg, a peacemaker and author, and discusses her work bringing communities together and moving from hate to hope to healing. She shares her experiences working with various groups, including Girl Scouts, police departments, and different religious affiliations. Brenda emphasizes the importance of listening and acknowledging the pain and tension in conversations. She also highlights the power of sharing stories of hope and finding gifts in life's challenges. Brenda's memoirs and books provide further insights into her peacemaking journey.
Takeaways
- Listening and acknowledging the pain of others is crucial in building bridges and healing relationships.
- Shared values can serve as a bridge between different communities and help foster understanding and empathy.
- Positive and interactive experiences, such as bringing diverse groups together, can have a lasting impact on individuals and communities.
- Challenges and obstacles can be seen as opportunities for growth and positive impact.
- Sharing stories of hope and highlighting the good work can counterbalance the negativity in the media.
Learn more: https://www.brendanaomirosenberg.com/
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Deepa Macha Talks: Committing to Yourself
The Kindling Project
10/06/22 • 29 min
In this episode, Amy Parravano Drummond and Melissa Halpin have the pleasure of interviewing Deepa Shastry Macha where they discuss how to take the ultimate risk professionally and culturally, and how she pivoted from doctor to entrepreneur.
Deepa is the owner and Medical Director of CosMedic LaserMD, a Medspa in Ann Arbor Michigan. She is a Double Board Certified Physician in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine.
Raised in Long Island, New York Deepa attended attended SUNY Downstate College of Medicine. She worked and trained as a practicing Emergency Medicine physician in New York City where she was raised.
She discovered she loved people, and that every relationship matters! She believes Aesthetic Medicine is the Science of Beauty and Calculations. As a scientific mind, she is here to empower people with the confidence to Nourish their inner beauty and smile their power and bring the best version of themselves forward!
Learn more about Deepa and her business here:
https://cosmediclasermd.com/...
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...and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire!
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MemoraMemora is an experience design agency that creates memorable brand experiences.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Take Action Now!
*Learn more about The Kindling Project at our website ...and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire!
*Keep your passion ignited! Subscribe to our YouTube for full uncut video versions of each episode & more!
Contact us via email at [email protected] for further inquiries or discussions.
Replay: Amy Peterson Talks: The Power of Investing in People
The Kindling Project
12/19/23 • 41 min
This is a replay of our conversation with Amy Peterson.
Meet Amy Peterson, a trailblazer driven by a deep passion that inspires. She keeps a box of rejection letters as a reminder of her determination to succeed and has created a company dedicated to empowering women. Rebel Nell is not just a business; it exists to provide equitable employment opportunities and support for women facing barriers to employment.
Through Rebel Nell, women are encouraged to tap into their infinite strength and create wearable art from repurposed materials. With over 40 graduates and 9+ years of impact, Rebel Nell continues to grow in strength and reach. But the true impact, according to Amy, is yet to be seen and will be appreciated by future generations.
In addition to Rebel Nell, Amy's nonprofit arm, T.E.A. (Teach. Empower. Achieve.), provides women with the resources they need to achieve financial stability, including housing, education, and legal aid. But Amy's mission is more profound than just making a profit. She is in the people business and wants to teach women about sustainability for their own lives, lift them out of poverty, and help them achieve long-term success.
Explore Rebel Nell's stunning jewelry, and you'll discover the true beauty lies in the stories they tell, the resilience of the artists behind the pieces, and the ripple effect of Amy's purposeful life. Listen to Amy speak, and you'll hear the fear of failure not for herself but for everyone who believes in the mission. Join the Rebel Nell movement and become part of the story worth sharing.
Dig into everything Amy's involved in below
https://www.rebelnell.com/pages/our-story
https://www.facebook.com/rebelnelldetroit
https://www.instagram.com/rebelnell/
https://www.teachempowerachieve.org/
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*Learn more about The Kindling Project at our website ...and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire!
*Keep your passion ignited! Subscribe to our YouTube for full uncut video versions of each episode & more!
Contact us via email at [email protected] for further inquiries or discussions.
Natty Frasca Talks: The Feminine Rebellion
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07/13/23 • 50 min
Uncover Natty's empowering journey to embracing her true self and helping others do the same.
Tune in to discover:
- How a woman's sexuality can fuel creativity and lead to a satisfying life.
- The importance of addressing the trauma stored in our bodies before we can pursue our desires and rise above our past.
- Creating a pleasure spectrum that helps calm the nervous system and sparks creativity.
- Embrace the path of pleasure and find fulfillment by pursuing what lights you up.
Join us as Natty reveals her breakthrough in therapy, finding the key to a more fulfilling life. It wasn't her marriage that was missing, but her inability to receive.
Natty empowers women to break free from the need to please others and feel numb, allowing them to reclaim their authentic power and essence.
Natty Frasca is the Founder + CEO of The Feminine Rebellion.
She is on a mission to elevate women's voices out in the world and do the work to raise our collective consciousness out of Patriarchal Conditioning and back into balance.
Her work helps emerging female leaders unearth their wildness, connect deeply to their missions, and stop playing small.
She believes all women are born leaders + when we recognize this collectively; we harness the power to push massive ripples of love and justice into the world.
Support Natty:
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefemininerebellion
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefemininerebellion/
Email: [email protected]
Phone/Text: 617.529.0596
Website: www.thefemininerebellion.com
Other Resources Mentioned:
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*Learn more about The Kindling Project at our website ...and join our Facebook group for women looking for that extra kindling to start their next big fire!
*Keep your passion ignited! Subscribe to our YouTube for full uncut video versions of each episode & more!
Contact us via email at [email protected] for further inquiries or discussions.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Kindling Project have?
The Kindling Project currently has 73 episodes available.
What topics does The Kindling Project cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Hobbies, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Women, Empowerment, Mental Health, Mindset, Passion, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Mentoring and Project.
What is the most popular episode on The Kindling Project?
The episode title 'Midlife Struggles' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Kindling Project?
The average episode length on The Kindling Project is 43 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Kindling Project released?
Episodes of The Kindling Project are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Kindling Project?
The first episode of The Kindling Project was released on Jun 2, 2022.
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