<![CDATA[Unplugging]]>Unplugging is a podcast about stepping away from the noise.

For most of my life, I followed the path I thought I was supposed to follow — the expectations, the rules, and the societal norms that quietly shape how we think and live. Over time, I started realizing many of those beliefs weren’t actually mine.

This podcast is about unplugging from that system.

Each episode is a face-to-face conversation with people I trust and respect who are also questioning the default path we’ve all been handed. We talk about freedom, identity, personal growth, and what it really means to live intentionally.

In a world dominated by social media, algorithms, and constant digital noise, Unplugging is a space for real conversations — no scripts, no distractions, just honest dialogue.

If you’ve ever felt like the world is moving too fast…
you’re not alone.

My goal: build a community of people who want to take back control of their minds and their lives.

New episodes weekly!

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:13:19 GMTWed, 18 Mar 2026 15:38:54 GMT60Nicholas Kidd<p>Unplugging is a podcast about stepping away from the noise.<br /><br />For most of my life, I followed the path I thought I was supposed to follow — the expectations, the rules, and the societal norms that quietly shape how we think and live. Over time, I started realizing many of those beliefs weren’t actually mine.<br /><br />This podcast is about unplugging from that system.<br /><br />Each episode is a face-to-face conversation with people I trust and respect who are also questioning the default path we’ve all been handed. We talk about freedom, identity, personal growth, and what it really means to live intentionally.<br /><br />In a world dominated by social media, algorithms, and constant digital noise, Unplugging is a space for real conversations — no scripts, no distractions, just honest dialogue.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt like the world is moving too fast…<br />you’re not alone.<br /><br />My goal: build a community of people who want to take back control of their minds and their lives.<br /><br />New episodes weekly!</p>episodicNicholas Kiddnickkvideosbiz@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Granny Shares 84 Years of Life, Love and Loss - Episode 17]]>I am extremely grateful to have Granny join for this very special episode. I don’t get to see her often and wanted to create something truly memorable ❤️


Granny is my Maternal Grandmother, and is the only surviving grandparent I have anymore. She is sweet, loving, well-spoken, and iconic in my household - thus, I felt the world needs to be blessed with her magic. My goal for this episode was to have a conversation that I could look back on forever, to solidify as much family history as Granny could remember, and to learn about aspects of her life that I’ve never heard before. We talked about everything from Granny’s grandparents and how they met, her childhood and growing up, life with my grandpa after children, and much more.


This was truly something special that I will cherish forever, and I hope she will be a return guest 🙏🏻



Episode Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Family Legacy

02:55 Granny's Parents and Their Story

05:58 Cultural Heritage and Family Dynamics

09:10 Childhood Memories and Family Relationships

12:06 Growing Up in a Minister's Family

15:09 War Experiences and Their Impact

18:00 Life After War and Family Roles

20:47 Childhood and Church Life

24:09 Resentment and Realizations

27:07 Sibling Relationships and Dynamics

29:48 Moving and Its Challenges

33:11 Teenage Years and Social Life

35:50 Meeting Her Husband and Early Relationship

43:20 Dating in Modesto: A Nostalgic Reflection

44:44 Family Dynamics: The Gundlach Legacy

46:55 Cultural Roots: The German Heritage

49:25 Parenting Challenges: The Early Years

53:49 Building a Life Together: Marriage and Family

56:44 Career Transitions: From Secretary to Realtor

01:01:00 Family Adventures: Camping and Growing Up

01:10:20 Empty Nest: Rediscovering Freedom

01:14:09 Love and Relationships: A Lasting Bond

01:23:51 Nostalgic Beach Memories

01:29:30 Family Traditions and Celebrations

01:35:33 Reflections on Love and Loss

01:39:38 The Journey of Grief

01:50:06 Perspectives on Death and Life

01:56:43 Health, Happiness, and Longevity

]]>0363b36c-3c33-4a09-bdb4-c61d9fbe4d28Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:15:43 GMT<p>I am extremely grateful to have Granny join for this very special episode. I don’t get to see her often and wanted to create something truly memorable ❤️</p><p><br /></p><p>Granny is my Maternal Grandmother, and is the only surviving grandparent I have anymore. She is sweet, loving, well-spoken, and iconic in my household - thus, I felt the world needs to be blessed with her magic. My goal for this episode was to have a conversation that I could look back on forever, to solidify as much family history as Granny could remember, and to learn about aspects of her life that I’ve never heard before. We talked about everything from Granny’s grandparents and how they met, her childhood and growing up, life with my grandpa after children, and much more.</p><p><br /></p><p>This was truly something special that I will cherish forever, and I hope she will be a return guest 🙏🏻</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Episode Chapters</p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Family Legacy</p><p>02:55 Granny's Parents and Their Story</p><p>05:58 Cultural Heritage and Family Dynamics</p><p>09:10 Childhood Memories and Family Relationships</p><p>12:06 Growing Up in a Minister's Family</p><p>15:09 War Experiences and Their Impact</p><p>18:00 Life After War and Family Roles</p><p>20:47 Childhood and Church Life</p><p>24:09 Resentment and Realizations</p><p>27:07 Sibling Relationships and Dynamics</p><p>29:48 Moving and Its Challenges</p><p>33:11 Teenage Years and Social Life</p><p>35:50 Meeting Her Husband and Early Relationship</p><p>43:20 Dating in Modesto: A Nostalgic Reflection</p><p>44:44 Family Dynamics: The Gundlach Legacy</p><p>46:55 Cultural Roots: The German Heritage</p><p>49:25 Parenting Challenges: The Early Years</p><p>53:49 Building a Life Together: Marriage and Family</p><p>56:44 Career Transitions: From Secretary to Realtor</p><p>01:01:00 Family Adventures: Camping and Growing Up</p><p>01:10:20 Empty Nest: Rediscovering Freedom</p><p>01:14:09 Love and Relationships: A Lasting Bond</p><p>01:23:51 Nostalgic Beach Memories</p><p>01:29:30 Family Traditions and Celebrations</p><p>01:35:33 Reflections on Love and Loss</p><p>01:39:38 The Journey of Grief</p><p>01:50:06 Perspectives on Death and Life</p><p>01:56:43 Health, Happiness, and Longevity</p>no02:02:2217Granny Shares 84 Years of Life, Love and Loss - Episode 17full<![CDATA[We’re So Busy Living That We Forget to Enjoy Life - Episode 16]]>Garrett has been a friend of mine for several years now, and asked to be on the podcast. He is a car salesman and has recently learned the importance of his health, and wanted to talk about fitness, diet and life. We reconnected recently, and have always had fun and interesting conversations. I am grateful to have him as a friend and enjoyed the conversation. He will return for future episodes, and I’m looking forward to seeing the growth of both of us!


Where you can follow Garrett Green and find pages we mentioned ⬇️


Garrett’s IG: @garrettgreen24

Joshua Brooks’ cooking page: @tavoladibrooks


Episode Chapters


00:00 Navigating Anxiety and Finding Balance

03:12 The Importance of Outdoor Hobbies

06:03 Exploring New Activities and Trying New Things

08:47 The Journey into Woodworking and Carpentry

12:05 Fermentation and Gut Health

18:07 Diet, Nutrition, and Accountability

32:25 The Gut-Brain Connection and Sugar Addiction

34:51 Motivation for Health and Longevity

36:14 Dietary Choices and Accountability

39:23 Intermittent Fasting and Meal Patterns

41:10 The Importance of Local Produce

43:59 Understanding Food Quality and Nutrition

46:24 Navigating Health Advice and Personal Choices

48:17 Body Awareness and Mobility Training

51:40 Injury Recovery and Functional Movement

54:51 Integrating New Techniques into Workouts

01:01:47 Setting Goals for Physical Achievement

01:05:03 The Journey of Mastering Handstands

01:08:22 The Freedom of Solo Travel

01:10:43 Cultural Insights from Colombia

01:13:53 The Balance of Independence and Connection

01:16:57 Building Self-Confidence Through Travel

01:22:57 Maintaining Relationships in a Busy World

01:25:21 The Importance of Patience and Accountability

01:30:23 Finding Enjoyment in the Gym

]]>4e3cdf58-17bd-4e6d-9b25-c822d239dd21Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:02:22 GMT<p>Garrett has been a friend of mine for several years now, and asked to be on the podcast. He is a car salesman and has recently learned the importance of his health, and wanted to talk about fitness, diet and life. We reconnected recently, and have always had fun and interesting conversations. I am grateful to have him as a friend and enjoyed the conversation. He will return for future episodes, and I’m looking forward to seeing the growth of both of us!</p><p><br /></p><p>Where you can follow Garrett Green and find pages we mentioned ⬇️</p><p><br /></p><p>Garrett’s IG: @garrettgreen24</p><p>Joshua Brooks’ cooking page: @tavoladibrooks</p><p><br /></p><p>Episode Chapters</p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Navigating Anxiety and Finding Balance</p><p>03:12 The Importance of Outdoor Hobbies</p><p>06:03 Exploring New Activities and Trying New Things</p><p>08:47 The Journey into Woodworking and Carpentry</p><p>12:05 Fermentation and Gut Health</p><p>18:07 Diet, Nutrition, and Accountability</p><p>32:25 The Gut-Brain Connection and Sugar Addiction</p><p>34:51 Motivation for Health and Longevity</p><p>36:14 Dietary Choices and Accountability</p><p>39:23 Intermittent Fasting and Meal Patterns</p><p>41:10 The Importance of Local Produce</p><p>43:59 Understanding Food Quality and Nutrition</p><p>46:24 Navigating Health Advice and Personal Choices</p><p>48:17 Body Awareness and Mobility Training</p><p>51:40 Injury Recovery and Functional Movement</p><p>54:51 Integrating New Techniques into Workouts</p><p>01:01:47 Setting Goals for Physical Achievement</p><p>01:05:03 The Journey of Mastering Handstands</p><p>01:08:22 The Freedom of Solo Travel</p><p>01:10:43 Cultural Insights from Colombia</p><p>01:13:53 The Balance of Independence and Connection</p><p>01:16:57 Building Self-Confidence Through Travel</p><p>01:22:57 Maintaining Relationships in a Busy World</p><p>01:25:21 The Importance of Patience and Accountability</p><p>01:30:23 Finding Enjoyment in the Gym</p>no01:34:0016We’re So Busy Living That We Forget to Enjoy Life - Episode 16full<![CDATA[He Refused to Give Up on the Life He Wanted - Episode 15]]>Evan is an entrepreneur and videographer, who has carved his own path and created the life he’s dreamed of. He is living proof that with passion and determination, when pointed in the right direction, you can achieve your dreams. Evan’s travels the world with some of his closest friends and shoots videos for Ferrari, Car Week, Devium, and much more. He has also partnered with his wife, Monica Lesslie, and my sister, Jamie Mansfield, to create a fitness app called Reset and Rise. In his free time, Evan created the app and got it approved by Apple all by himself. In this episode, we talked about his journey - the highs and the lows - and how he kept a positive mindset when things weren’t going his way. He is an inspiration to me, and I am grateful to have him in my life.


Where you can follow Evan Buzzell and find projects we mentioned ⬇️


Evan’s IG: @evanbuzzell

Devium’s IG: @deviumusa

Reset and Rise IG: @resetandriseprogram

Reset and Rise Website: resetriseapp.com

“Gather Your Arrows” Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdcwR4DuwR4


Episode Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Busy Season Overview

02:51 Career in Film and Photography

06:02 Building an App for Fitness

08:49 Journey into Astrophysics and Art

12:07 Life in New Zealand and Snowboarding Adventures

24:03 Graduation and Reflections on Education

26:58 The Evolution of Learning and Technology

29:20 Creative Pursuits in Education

32:41 Overcoming Academic Challenges

34:32 The Journey into Filmmaking

39:51 Finding a Niche in Video Production

42:46 Transitioning to Independent Work

46:56 The Struggles of the Creative Path

51:59 Reflections on Growth and Gratitude

53:55 From Struggles to Gratitude

01:00:06 Navigating Career Challenges

01:06:12 Consulting and Creative Problem Solving

01:12:12 Building Connections and Collaborations

01:15:03 Manifesting Dreams into Reality

]]>9e1c4b34-354b-4ac4-a1ea-86b13b5ebb38Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:06:57 GMT<p>Evan is an entrepreneur and videographer, who has carved his own path and created the life he’s dreamed of. He is living proof that with passion and determination, when pointed in the right direction, you can achieve your dreams. Evan’s travels the world with some of his closest friends and shoots videos for Ferrari, Car Week, Devium, and much more. He has also partnered with his wife, Monica Lesslie, and my sister, Jamie Mansfield, to create a fitness app called Reset and Rise. In his free time, Evan created the app and got it approved by Apple all by himself. In this episode, we talked about his journey - the highs and the lows - and how he kept a positive mindset when things weren’t going his way. He is an inspiration to me, and I am grateful to have him in my life.</p><p><br /></p><p>Where you can follow Evan Buzzell and find projects we mentioned ⬇️</p><p><br /></p><p>Evan’s IG: @evanbuzzell</p><p>Devium’s IG: @deviumusa</p><p>Reset and Rise IG: @resetandriseprogram</p><p>Reset and Rise Website: resetriseapp.com</p><p>“Gather Your Arrows” Music Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdcwR4DuwR4" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdcwR4DuwR4</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Episode Chapters</p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Busy Season Overview</p><p>02:51 Career in Film and Photography</p><p>06:02 Building an App for Fitness</p><p>08:49 Journey into Astrophysics and Art</p><p>12:07 Life in New Zealand and Snowboarding Adventures</p><p>24:03 Graduation and Reflections on Education</p><p>26:58 The Evolution of Learning and Technology</p><p>29:20 Creative Pursuits in Education</p><p>32:41 Overcoming Academic Challenges</p><p>34:32 The Journey into Filmmaking</p><p>39:51 Finding a Niche in Video Production</p><p>42:46 Transitioning to Independent Work</p><p>46:56 The Struggles of the Creative Path</p><p>51:59 Reflections on Growth and Gratitude</p><p>53:55 From Struggles to Gratitude</p><p>01:00:06 Navigating Career Challenges</p><p>01:06:12 Consulting and Creative Problem Solving</p><p>01:12:12 Building Connections and Collaborations</p><p>01:15:03 Manifesting Dreams into Reality</p>no02:23:1215He Refused to Give Up on the Life He Wanted - Episode 15full<![CDATA[She Chose Joy When Life Fell Apart - Episode 14]]>Annie Kroll is a college graduate with a masters in education with an emphasis in disability studies, disability advocate, disability blogger, accessibility advocate for the Annual Disability Summit, researcher, endurance athlete, positive influence and true inspiration. She was diagnosed with hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) at the age of 16, and has spent the last 10 years navigating the disability, school and the medical system. After nearly losing her life at the beginning of 2026, she decided to take her health into her own hands and has made incredible progress in her physical and mental states. Annie is currently in a gap year in her studies, and is experimenting with a variety of health modalities. She has made such significant progress that she is now training for a half-marathon in February 2027. She is a light to everyone in her life, and is a true inspiration. I’m grateful to know Annie and that she was willing to share her story. I hope you enjoy this fun conversation!

To follow along with Annie Kroll, you can find her at the following:

IG: @anniekroll

Her blog IG: @anniekrollblog

Website: www.anniekroll.com

00:00 Annie's Journey to Wellness

10:06 Dietary Changes and Their Impact

19:52 Mental and Emotional Transformation

30:10 Skepticism Towards Western Medicine

33:59 Navigating Functional Medicine vs. Western Medicine

37:14 The Importance of Accessibility in Healthcare

40:28 Understanding Disability Advocacy and Personal Experiences

45:34 Exploring Spoon Theory and Energy Management

51:10 Finding Balance: Rest and Activity in Daily Life

56:57 The Role of Sunlight in Health and Well-being

01:00:16 Disability Summit: A Platform for Advocacy and Awareness

01:08:01 Navigating Family Support and Isolation

01:12:36 Finding Community and Connection

01:20:09 The Importance of Doing Things Alone

01:24:50 The Risks of Dating Apps

01:28:21 Balancing Social Media and Mental Health

01:38:11 Unplugging from Perfectionism and Distractions

]]>1ebe91f0-77ed-4102-a454-44927ecfc7acMon, 14 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Annie Kroll is a college graduate with a masters in education with an emphasis in disability studies, disability advocate, disability blogger, accessibility advocate for the Annual Disability Summit, researcher, endurance athlete, positive influence and true inspiration. She was diagnosed with hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) at the age of 16, and has spent the last 10 years navigating the disability, school and the medical system. After nearly losing her life at the beginning of 2026, she decided to take her health into her own hands and has made incredible progress in her physical and mental states. Annie is currently in a gap year in her studies, and is experimenting with a variety of health modalities. She has made such significant progress that she is now training for a half-marathon in February 2027. She is a light to everyone in her life, and is a true inspiration. I’m grateful to know Annie and that she was willing to share her story. I hope you enjoy this fun conversation!</p><p></p><p>To follow along with Annie Kroll, you can find her at the following:</p><p></p><p>IG: @anniekroll</p><p>Her blog IG: @anniekrollblog</p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.anniekroll.com" target="_blank">www.anniekroll.com</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>00:00 Annie's Journey to Wellness</p><p>10:06 Dietary Changes and Their Impact</p><p>19:52 Mental and Emotional Transformation</p><p>30:10 Skepticism Towards Western Medicine</p><p>33:59 Navigating Functional Medicine vs. Western Medicine</p><p>37:14 The Importance of Accessibility in Healthcare</p><p>40:28 Understanding Disability Advocacy and Personal Experiences</p><p>45:34 Exploring Spoon Theory and Energy Management</p><p>51:10 Finding Balance: Rest and Activity in Daily Life</p><p>56:57 The Role of Sunlight in Health and Well-being</p><p>01:00:16 Disability Summit: A Platform for Advocacy and Awareness</p><p>01:08:01 Navigating Family Support and Isolation</p><p>01:12:36 Finding Community and Connection</p><p>01:20:09 The Importance of Doing Things Alone</p><p>01:24:50 The Risks of Dating Apps</p><p>01:28:21 Balancing Social Media and Mental Health</p><p>01:38:11 Unplugging from Perfectionism and Distractions</p>no01:41:1414She Chose Joy When Life Fell Apart - Episode 14full<![CDATA[What If Everything You Were Told Is Wrong? - Episode 13]]>This is a very special episode for me. The #13 is supposedly an unlucky number, but I believe in creating my own luck. I wanted to do something special so I brought my brother-in-law, Blake Mansfield, back on to the podcast! I prepared some talking points, and made sure we had the proper protection from government propaganda on while we talked about some touchy subjects. We talked about various conspiracy theories, our beliefs, and our mindsets. Buckle up!

He is an inspiration and I always love hearing his perspective on certain topics, which is why I wanted to conduct this podcast in this way. Since #13 is supposedly an unlucky number, I wanted to do something fun. So, I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Thank you for being a part of my journey, and I truly hope this is only the beginning.

To follow along with Blake and all of his success in social media, you can find him at the following:

Instagram - @blakeysmalls

Facebook - Jamie & Blake

Youtube - @JBGlobal0415

TikTok - @jamieandblake

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Hollow Moon Theory

06:00 The Influence of Technology and Information Control

12:04 Government Control and Mind Manipulation

17:48 The Nature of Reality and Distractions

23:48 The Importance of Knowledge and Storytelling

30:00 The Sun, Moon, and Health Perspectives

31:26 The Connection with Nature

34:37 Unlocking the Benefits of Outdoor Activities

36:45 The Impact of Exercise on Mental Health

39:04 Questioning Universal Agreements

41:30 Conspiracies and Misinformation

43:22 Trusting Your Instincts

46:59 Questioning Religious Beliefs

49:25 The Influence of Modern Society on Indigenous Cultures

54:34 The Importance of Nutrition

56:31 Envisioning a Sustainable Community

01:03:02 The Pursuit of a Simpler Lifestyle

01:05:28 Critique of the Education System

01:10:22 The Flaws of the Medical System

01:16:19 Exploring the Mysteries of the Pyramids

01:28:31 Theories on Ancient Civilizations and Atlantis

]]>df3ac555-96d0-4d68-8c79-5e7abf5edc7bThu, 03 Sep 2026 03:39:18 GMT<p>This is a very special episode for me. The #13 is supposedly an unlucky number, but I believe in creating my own luck. I wanted to do something special so I brought my brother-in-law, Blake Mansfield, back on to the podcast! I prepared some talking points, and made sure we had the proper protection from government propaganda on while we talked about some touchy subjects. We talked about various conspiracy theories, our beliefs, and our mindsets. Buckle up!</p><p></p><p>He is an inspiration and I always love hearing his perspective on certain topics, which is why I wanted to conduct this podcast in this way. Since #13 is supposedly an unlucky number, I wanted to do something fun. So, I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Thank you for being a part of my journey, and I truly hope this is only the beginning.</p><p></p><p>To follow along with Blake and all of his success in social media, you can find him at the following:</p><p></p><p>Instagram - @blakeysmalls</p><p>Facebook - Jamie &amp; Blake</p><p>Youtube - @JBGlobal0415</p><p>TikTok - @jamieandblake</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p></p><p>00:00 Exploring the Hollow Moon Theory</p><p>06:00 The Influence of Technology and Information Control</p><p>12:04 Government Control and Mind Manipulation</p><p>17:48 The Nature of Reality and Distractions</p><p>23:48 The Importance of Knowledge and Storytelling</p><p>30:00 The Sun, Moon, and Health Perspectives</p><p>31:26 The Connection with Nature</p><p>34:37 Unlocking the Benefits of Outdoor Activities</p><p>36:45 The Impact of Exercise on Mental Health</p><p>39:04 Questioning Universal Agreements</p><p>41:30 Conspiracies and Misinformation</p><p>43:22 Trusting Your Instincts</p><p>46:59 Questioning Religious Beliefs</p><p>49:25 The Influence of Modern Society on Indigenous Cultures</p><p>54:34 The Importance of Nutrition</p><p>56:31 Envisioning a Sustainable Community</p><p>01:03:02 The Pursuit of a Simpler Lifestyle</p><p>01:05:28 Critique of the Education System</p><p>01:10:22 The Flaws of the Medical System</p><p>01:16:19 Exploring the Mysteries of the Pyramids</p><p>01:28:31 Theories on Ancient Civilizations and Atlantis</p>no01:33:53What If Everything You Were Told Is Wrong? - Episode 13full<![CDATA[How to Create Abundance in Modern Dating - Episode 12]]>I brought my friend, Marvin Goodly, into the studio to discuss modern dating culture and the issues men face in today's dating market. He is a successful business owner, online personality and coach for men struggling with their confidence and skills in dating. He has a program called the "Trust Fund Baddie Academy", in which he takes clients on for a 12-week transformational journey; clients can expect to have their style analyzed, their approach to women put to the test, and their dating profiles revamped. Marvin takes a hands-on approach to coaching men with their dating lives, and has the goal of building a brotherhood of high value men that are seeking high value women to build their lives together.

I am fortunate to have gotten the time to talk with him, as he is a very busy man with all of his various ventures. He is an inspiration and is truly trying to make a difference for the current state of dating.

In his spare time, he enjoys working out, running and making music. He is a rapper under the name FRGN Marv.

To follow along, he can be found at the following:

IG - marvingoodly

YT - MarvinGoodly

Kick - marvingoodly

Spotify - FRGN Marv

]]>788d566b-5b60-4d7d-9bfd-3d033fa636b8Mon, 24 Aug 2026 02:57:34 GMT<p>I brought my friend, Marvin Goodly, into the studio to discuss modern dating culture and the issues men face in today's dating market. He is a successful business owner, online personality and coach for men struggling with their confidence and skills in dating. He has a program called the "Trust Fund Baddie Academy", in which he takes clients on for a 12-week transformational journey; clients can expect to have their style analyzed, their approach to women put to the test, and their dating profiles revamped. Marvin takes a hands-on approach to coaching men with their dating lives, and has the goal of building a brotherhood of high value men that are seeking high value women to build their lives together. </p><p></p><p>I am fortunate to have gotten the time to talk with him, as he is a very busy man with all of his various ventures. He is an inspiration and is truly trying to make a difference for the current state of dating.</p><p></p><p>In his spare time, he enjoys working out, running and making music. He is a rapper under the name FRGN Marv.</p><p></p><p>To follow along, he can be found at the following:</p><p></p><p>IG - marvingoodly</p><p>YT - MarvinGoodly</p><p>Kick - marvingoodly</p><p>Spotify - FRGN Marv</p>no01:34:3112How to Create Abundance in Modern Dating - Episode 12full<![CDATA[How Shame Can Destroy Your Life (And How to Heal) - Episode 11]]>Kelly Angell is a mother, singer, songwriter, actor, writer and sound healer. When she was in high school, she developed an eating disorder in which she admits will be a lifelong recovery. She is very open and vocal about her experience in hopes of being a voice to others struggling from eating disorders. Her story is incredibly powerful. It is so powerful that she was inspired to make a movie about it. Her movie, Shapeless, draws inspiration from her life and shows the internal battles someone with bulimia can potentially face.

Kelly is an inspiration, a voice of wisdom and empathy, and is extremely resilient. Her journey has come full circle; it began with singing, which led her to acting, and has now brought her back to singing. She found healing and comfort in her body through sound, and now performs sound meditations as a form of healing to others in groups or private sessions. To get the most up-to-date information on one of Kelly’s sessions, contact her on Instagram @kellyangell__

I truly had a great time getting to know her and learn about her story; I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!

Content Note: This episode includes discussions of eating disorders, addiction, trauma, and mental health. Listener discretion is advised if these topics are personally sensitive.

Kelly is the star of her movie, Shapeless, and it can be watched at the following links:

XYZ Films: http://xyzfilms.com/shapeless

Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/shapeless/umc.cmc.w1j9mvqtv7amhur9oqxsaf6o

Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/Shapeless-Kelly-Murtagh/dp/B09P4DNVNV

Other links so you can follow along with her journey ⬇️

Website: www.kellyangell.com

IMDB page:  imdb.me/kellyangell

Episode Chapters

00:00 Intro & Kelly Angell’s Story

01:08 When She Developed Bulimia

06:48 How Addiction Quietly Takes Over

12:34 The Moment Kelly Sought Treatment

14:57 Learning to Feel Safe in Your Body

22:33 Signs of an Eating Disorder

33:22 The Reality of Body Dysmorphia

42:40 Making Shapeless & Healing Through Art

52:05 How Sound Healing Changed Kelly’s Life

1:01:55 The Science Behind Sound Baths

1:13:55 Healing Shame & Finding Her Voice Again

1:21:40 Why Human Connection Matters

1:29:55 Letting Go of Success & Finding Purpose

1:36:50 Kelly’s Current Projects

1:41:00 What Should People Unplug From?

1:47:00 Kelly Performs “Into the Mystic”

1:49:00 Final Thoughts

]]>f9babcd1-c199-450f-a349-6dadc7ce8095Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT<p>Kelly Angell is a mother, singer, songwriter, actor, writer and sound healer. When she was in high school, she developed an eating disorder in which she admits will be a lifelong recovery. She is very open and vocal about her experience in hopes of being a voice to others struggling from eating disorders. Her story is incredibly powerful. It is so powerful that she was inspired to make a movie about it. Her movie, Shapeless, draws inspiration from her life and shows the internal battles someone with bulimia can potentially face.</p><p></p><p>Kelly is an inspiration, a voice of wisdom and empathy, and is extremely resilient. Her journey has come full circle; it began with singing, which led her to acting, and has now brought her back to singing. She found healing and comfort in her body through sound, and now performs sound meditations as a form of healing to others in groups or private sessions. To get the most up-to-date information on one of Kelly’s sessions, contact her on Instagram @kellyangell__</p><p></p><p>I truly had a great time getting to know her and learn about her story; I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!</p><p></p><p><b>Content Note:</b> This episode includes discussions of eating disorders, addiction, trauma, and mental health. Listener discretion is advised if these topics are personally sensitive.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Kelly is the star of her movie, Shapeless, and it can be watched at the following links:</p><p></p><p>XYZ Films: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://xyzfilms.com/shapeless" target="_blank">http://xyzfilms.com/shapeless</a></p><p></p><p>Apple TV: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/shapeless/umc.cmc.w1j9mvqtv7amhur9oqxsaf6o" target="_blank">https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/shapeless/umc.cmc.w1j9mvqtv7amhur9oqxsaf6o</a></p><p></p><p>Amazon Prime: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Shapeless-Kelly-Murtagh/dp/B09P4DNVNV" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Shapeless-Kelly-Murtagh/dp/B09P4DNVNV</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>Other links so you can follow along with her journey ⬇️</p><p></p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.kellyangell.com" target="_blank">www.kellyangell.com</a></p><p></p><p>IMDB page:  <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://imdb.me/kellyangell" target="_blank">imdb.me/kellyangell</a></p><p></p><p>Episode Chapters</p><p></p><p>00:00 Intro &amp; Kelly Angell’s Story</p><p>01:08 When She Developed Bulimia</p><p>06:48 How Addiction Quietly Takes Over</p><p>12:34 The Moment Kelly Sought Treatment</p><p>14:57 Learning to Feel Safe in Your Body</p><p>22:33 Signs of an Eating Disorder</p><p>33:22 The Reality of Body Dysmorphia</p><p>42:40 Making Shapeless &amp; Healing Through Art</p><p>52:05 How Sound Healing Changed Kelly’s Life</p><p>1:01:55 The Science Behind Sound Baths</p><p>1:13:55 Healing Shame &amp; Finding Her Voice Again</p><p>1:21:40 Why Human Connection Matters</p><p>1:29:55 Letting Go of Success &amp; Finding Purpose</p><p>1:36:50 Kelly’s Current Projects</p><p>1:41:00 What Should People Unplug From?</p><p>1:47:00 Kelly Performs “Into the Mystic”</p><p>1:49:00 Final Thoughts</p>no01:50:3211How Shame Can Destroy Your Life (And How to Heal) - Episode 11full<![CDATA[How to Build a Life That Actually Feels Like Yours - Episode 10]]>Isa Griffin is a model, entrepreneur, podcaster, confidence coach, burlesque instructor and habit-based nutrition coach. She has lived an alternative lifestyle, and is working on creating a new life for herself outside of the corporate workforce. She has many ongoing projects in which her focus is helping women find confidence in their bodies and minds. She is a co-host of The Ripple Affect podcast, which talks about change. Isa has a wealth of knowledge in health, wellness and mindset. In this episode we discussed our childhoods, fermentation, spirituality, burlesque, confidence, travel and more. To register to her next burlesque workshop at Vitality Village in Thousand Oaks, CA on July 3, use the following link 👉 https://enourish.hbportal.co/public/Burlesque

Follow along with her projects:

The Ripple Affect Podcast website - https://rippleaffectpod.com/

Modeling website - https://www.isagriffin.com/

Nutritional coaching and blog - https://www.enourish.life/

You can find her on socials @isagriffin

00:00 Welcome to Episode 10

01:45 The Great Kefir Pronunciation Debate

08:12 Making Homemade Kefir & Why Gut Health Matters

15:08 The Health Habits We Learned From Our Parents

22:46 Why Humboldt County Embodies "Unplugging"

30:55 Growing Up Outside & Living an Alternative Childhood

39:48 Trying to Fit Into the Corporate World

47:20 Nick's Childhood, Sports & Wrestling

58:18 Home Births, Guatemala & Isabel's Family Story

1:08:55 Learning Spanish to Connect With Family

1:17:30 Colombia, Nature & Feeling More Alive

1:27:10 COVID, Anxiety & Rethinking Life

1:35:40 Why Isabel Started Her Podcast

1:47:30 Burlesque, Confidence & Self-Expression

2:01:45 Visualization, Embodiment & Building Confidence

2:10:50 Finding Purpose Through Creativity

2:19:35 The Power of Change & Final Thoughts

]]>3cec0410-0551-4f95-ad63-ffd0ed582bafWed, 01 Jul 2026 19:34:58 GMT<p>Isa Griffin is a model, entrepreneur, podcaster, confidence coach, burlesque instructor and habit-based nutrition coach. She has lived an alternative lifestyle, and is working on creating a new life for herself outside of the corporate workforce. She has many ongoing projects in which her focus is helping women find confidence in their bodies and minds. She is a co-host of The Ripple Affect podcast, which talks about change. Isa has a wealth of knowledge in health, wellness and mindset. In this episode we discussed our childhoods, fermentation, spirituality, burlesque, confidence, travel and more. To register to her next burlesque workshop at Vitality Village in Thousand Oaks, CA on July 3, use the following link 👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://enourish.hbportal.co/public/Burlesque" target="_blank">https://enourish.hbportal.co/public/Burlesque</a></p><p></p><p>Follow along with her projects: </p><p></p><p>The Ripple Affect Podcast website - https://rippleaffectpod.com/</p><p></p><p>Modeling website - https://www.isagriffin.com/</p><p></p><p>Nutritional coaching and blog - https://www.enourish.life/</p><p></p><p>You can find her on socials @isagriffin</p><p></p><p>00:00 Welcome to Episode 10</p><p>01:45 The Great Kefir Pronunciation Debate</p><p>08:12 Making Homemade Kefir &amp; Why Gut Health Matters</p><p>15:08 The Health Habits We Learned From Our Parents</p><p>22:46 Why Humboldt County Embodies "Unplugging"</p><p>30:55 Growing Up Outside &amp; Living an Alternative Childhood</p><p>39:48 Trying to Fit Into the Corporate World</p><p>47:20 Nick's Childhood, Sports &amp; Wrestling</p><p>58:18 Home Births, Guatemala &amp; Isabel's Family Story</p><p>1:08:55 Learning Spanish to Connect With Family</p><p>1:17:30 Colombia, Nature &amp; Feeling More Alive</p><p>1:27:10 COVID, Anxiety &amp; Rethinking Life</p><p>1:35:40 Why Isabel Started Her Podcast</p><p>1:47:30 Burlesque, Confidence &amp; Self-Expression</p><p>2:01:45 Visualization, Embodiment &amp; Building Confidence</p><p>2:10:50 Finding Purpose Through Creativity</p><p>2:19:35 The Power of Change &amp; Final Thoughts</p>yes02:31:2410How to Build a Life That Actually Feels Like Yours - Episode 10full<![CDATA[Living the Unplugging Lifestyle - Episode 9]]>Cole is an entrepreneur and recent friend of mine. I met him at a farmer's market, and have found him increasingly more aligned with my values and views with every conversation. He is firm in his beliefs and stands behind what he says. He is passionate about his health, fitness and his future. He, like myself, enjoys learning and working with his hands. At the beginning of the conversation, he was more of an acquaintance; but, by the end, I could confidently call him a friend. He has lived a rather alternative lifestyle compared to societal norms, which I find truly valuable and honorable. People like Cole are who I want to surround myself with and welcome into the Unplugging community. I enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do as well!

]]>87cc9aef-ccd8-4a6e-8b9c-26decf70522fSat, 27 Jun 2026 14:38:23 GMT<p>Cole is an entrepreneur and recent friend of mine. I met him at a farmer's market, and have found him increasingly more aligned with my values and views with every conversation. He is firm in his beliefs and stands behind what he says. He is passionate about his health, fitness and his future. He, like myself, enjoys learning and working with his hands. At the beginning of the conversation, he was more of an acquaintance; but, by the end, I could confidently call him a friend. He has lived a rather alternative lifestyle compared to societal norms, which I find truly valuable and honorable. People like Cole are who I want to surround myself with and welcome into the Unplugging community. I enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do as well!</p>yes02:19:369Living the Unplugging Lifestyle - Episode 9full<![CDATA[How to Date with Intentions - Episode 8]]>I brought Drea Renee on to talk about modern dating, its struggles and how to overcome them in a healthy way. Drea is a relationship counselor and host of the podcast "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?", in which the goal is to destigmatize having tough conversations with a lover/partner. We talked about how to voice your needs in a relationship, the importance of having your needs met in a relationship, how to bring up tough conversations, the importance finding the right partner, and much more.

Drea is a strong woman who knows what she wants out of life and a relationship, and I am grateful she joined for such an interesting episode!

This episode hit very close to home for me, and I hope you gain as much insight from it as I did. Enjoy :)

]]>a7e54dc3-0780-4251-8f7e-2f92b86b3922Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:06:54 GMT<p>I brought Drea Renee on to talk about modern dating, its struggles and how to overcome them in a healthy way. Drea is a relationship counselor and host of the podcast "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?", in which the goal is to destigmatize having tough conversations with a lover/partner. We talked about how to voice your needs in a relationship, the importance of having your needs met in a relationship, how to bring up tough conversations, the importance finding the right partner, and much more.</p><p></p><p>Drea is a strong woman who knows what she wants out of life and a relationship, and I am grateful she joined for such an interesting episode!</p><p></p><p>This episode hit very close to home for me, and I hope you gain as much insight from it as I did. Enjoy :)</p>no01:35:108How to Date with Intentions - Episode 8full<![CDATA[Using Vibrations to Change Your Life - Episode 7]]>I am adding a new series into my podcast, and will be featuring interesting people I meet on my travels.

This time, I met Matthew Lockey while on a guided tour in Medellín, Colombia. He is a father, musician and has recently rediscovered himself. We began talking on the tour about spirituality and consciousness, which really sparked my interest.

I am grateful Matt wanted to be on the podcast, and loved the conversation. Please check out his band called Mattlock and the Keys @MattLockandTheKeys which produces original songs as well as Raggae covers.

]]>d56708c6-e68c-43cf-ad5d-3033336d67deSun, 17 May 2026 14:43:28 GMT<p>I am adding a new series into my podcast, and will be featuring interesting people I meet on my travels.</p><p>This time, I met Matthew Lockey while on a guided tour in Medellín, Colombia. He is a father, musician and has recently rediscovered himself. We began talking on the tour about spirituality and consciousness, which really sparked my interest.</p><p>I am grateful Matt wanted to be on the podcast, and loved the conversation. Please check out his band called Mattlock and the Keys @MattLockandTheKeys which produces original songs as well as Raggae covers.</p>yes00:46:217Using Vibrations to Change Your Life - Episode 7full<![CDATA[Unplugging Podcast - Episode 6. How to Truly HEAL]]>Today’s guest on the Unplugging Podcast is Jodi Joy. I found out about her through her breathwork teaching and found her story to be truly INCREDIBLE. She was able to heal herself with the power of breath, and has made it her life’s mission to bring her healing practices to as many people as possible. Jodi is a great friend, fashionista, interior designer and overall HEALER. She is a busy lady and I am grateful she joined for this episode and shared her story. She is in the process of writing several books, plans healing retreats several times per year and has many clients and mentees she works with on a daily basis.

You can find her on Instagram @iamjodijoy for bookings.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Breathwork Healing
  • 07:37 The Power of Breathwork and Intuition
  • 15:25 Private Breathwork Sessions and Healing Process
  • 23:28 The Power of the Mind and Self-Healing
  • 29:57 Overcoming Overthinking and Finding Peace
  • 41:00 The Impact of Corporate Environment
  • 47:10 Personal Experiences with Breathwork
  • 54:26 Connection with Nature and Healing
  • 01:08:41 Daily Rituals and Self-Investment
  • 01:16:25 The Power of Self-Investment and Mentorship
  • 01:25:02 Journey of Learning and Growth
  • 01:39:13 Unplugging and Self-Care
]]>258929e1-3345-4a95-a995-a8a6ae9641b7Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:50:02 GMT<p>Today’s guest on the Unplugging Podcast is Jodi Joy. I found out about her through her breathwork teaching and found her story to be truly INCREDIBLE. She was able to heal herself with the power of breath, and has made it her life’s mission to bring her healing practices to as many people as possible. Jodi is a great friend, fashionista, interior designer and overall HEALER. She is a busy lady and I am grateful she joined for this episode and shared her story. She is in the process of writing several books, plans healing retreats several times per year and has many clients and mentees she works with on a daily basis.</p><p></p><p>You can find her on Instagram @iamjodijoy for bookings.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Breathwork Healing</li><li>07:37 The Power of Breathwork and Intuition</li><li>15:25 Private Breathwork Sessions and Healing Process</li><li>23:28 The Power of the Mind and Self-Healing</li><li>29:57 Overcoming Overthinking and Finding Peace</li><li>41:00 The Impact of Corporate Environment</li><li>47:10 Personal Experiences with Breathwork</li><li>54:26 Connection with Nature and Healing</li><li>01:08:41 Daily Rituals and Self-Investment</li><li>01:16:25 The Power of Self-Investment and Mentorship</li><li>01:25:02 Journey of Learning and Growth</li><li>01:39:13 Unplugging and Self-Care</li></ul>yes01:51:316Unplugging Podcast - Episode 6. How to Truly HEALfull<![CDATA[Unplugging Podcast - Episode 5. How More People Can UNPLUG]]>In this episode, I brought on my sister, Jamie Mansfield for a special appearance. We had a fun conversation and talked about everything from aliens to her experience with motherhood.

Follow her on IG: @jamienkidd

]]>09c012fd-194f-4347-be63-8fdd119f2611Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:43:34 GMT<p>In this episode, I brought on my sister, Jamie Mansfield for a special appearance. We had a fun conversation and talked about everything from aliens to her experience with motherhood.</p><p></p><p>Follow her on IG: @jamienkidd</p>yes01:34:165Unplugging Podcast - Episode 5. How More People Can UNPLUGfull<![CDATA[Unplugging Podcast - Episode 4. My Journey Towards UNPLUGGING]]>This week, I recorded a solo episode. This episode was about my journey towards unplugging, and what makes unplugging special to me.

]]>ff6a0930-804c-480f-b0cf-7705c763bbf7Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:50:27 GMT<p>This week, I recorded a solo episode. This episode was about my journey towards unplugging, and what makes unplugging special to me.</p>no00:22:454Unplugging Podcast - Episode 4. My Journey Towards UNPLUGGINGfull<![CDATA[Unplugging Podcast - Episode 1. What is UNPLUGGING?]]>I introduce the Podcast and my first guest - Bryce Swanson. We talk about what "Unplugging" means to us, and the journey of how the Podcast started.

]]>d57d8eae-7ebe-4c8d-9742-27cf11a0be31Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:30:47 GMT<p>I introduce the Podcast and my first guest - Bryce Swanson. We talk about what "Unplugging" means to us, and the journey of how the Podcast started.</p>no00:37:111Unplugging Podcast - Episode 1. What is UNPLUGGING?full