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                    <![CDATA[It’s More Than Just Coffee: Legacy, Community, and Serene Beans]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show, everyone! Today, I am incredibly honored to sit down with a guest who truly defines the welcoming energy of local hospitality. Myah LeMaster is the owner of Serene Beans, a beloved staple in our community that is so much more than just a place to grab your morning brew. It is a true neighborhood anchor, where people go to connect, create, and find a sense of belonging. Myah has dedicated her life to the service industry, learning early on from years behind the counter that true hospitality isn’t just about what you serve, but how you […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show, everyone! Today, I am incredibly honored to sit down with a guest who truly defines the welcoming energy of local hospitality. Myah LeMaster is the owner of Serene Beans, a beloved staple in our community that is so much more than just a place to grab your morning brew. It is a true neighborhood anchor, where people go to connect, create, and find a sense of belonging. Myah has dedicated her life to the service industry, learning early on from years behind the counter that true hospitality isn’t just about what you serve, but how you […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show, everyone! Today, I am incredibly honored to sit down with a guest who truly defines the welcoming energy of local hospitality. Myah LeMaster is the owner of Serene Beans, a beloved staple in our community that is so much more than just a place to grab your morning brew. It is a true neighborhood anchor, where people go to connect, create, and find a sense of belonging. Myah has dedicated her life to the service industry, learning early on from years behind the counter that true hospitality isn’t just about what you serve, but how you […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show, everyone! Today, I am incredibly honored to sit down with a guest who truly defines the welcoming energy of local hospitality. Myah LeMaster is the owner of Serene Beans, a beloved staple in our community that is so much more than just a place to grab your morning brew. It is a true neighborhood anchor, where people go to connect, create, and find a sense of belonging. Myah has dedicated her life to the service industry, learning early on from years behind the counter that true hospitality isn’t just about what you serve, but how you […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Bubbles, Biology, and Building a Brand with Toni Schulz]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the podcast where we unpack the fascinating origins, the unexpected pivots, and the beautiful mysteries behind the people who dare to build something unique. Today’s guest is someone who has mastered the ultimate cosmic crossover. She started her journey deep in the world of biology and science, doing intensive medical research. But when the rigid, sterile corporate lab environment didn’t quite fit her vibrant, creative spirit, she chose to rewrite her own script. She moved to Houston and discovered a way to fuse her analytical brain with her deep artistic passion. Today, she gets to […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the podcast where we unpack the fascinating origins, the unexpected pivots, and the beautiful mysteries behind the people who dare to build something unique. Today’s guest is someone who has mastered the ultimate cosmic crossover. She started her journey deep in the world of biology and science, doing intensive medical research. But when the rigid, sterile corporate lab environment didn’t quite fit her vibrant, creative spirit, she chose to rewrite her own script. She moved to Houston and discovered a way to fuse her analytical brain with her deep artistic passion. Today, she gets to […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the podcast where we unpack the fascinating origins, the unexpected pivots, and the beautiful mysteries behind the people who dare to build something unique. Today’s guest is someone who has mastered the ultimate cosmic crossover. She started her journey deep in the world of biology and science, doing intensive medical research. But when the rigid, sterile corporate lab environment didn’t quite fit her vibrant, creative spirit, she chose to rewrite her own script. She moved to Houston and discovered a way to fuse her analytical brain with her deep artistic passion. Today, she gets to […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Biconic & Bold: Redefining the Drag Queen]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today, I am absolutely honored and thrilled to sit down with a true visionary who is fundamentally redefining the landscape of drag. Our guest today is so much more than a performer, she is a force of nature. She is an Extraordinary host with a quick wit and a brilliant comedic timing that can make you laugh right out of your chair, all while simultaneously making every person in the room feel completely seen, and welcome. As a proud, unapologetic voice for the sapphic and bisexual community, her very presence on stage is a beautiful masterclass in art, identity, and resilience. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Unapologetically Aesthetic with Angela White]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Our guest today is a powerhouse Registered Nurse who is proving that you don’t have to fit into a certain box to deserve elite, luxury self-care. She has completely stepped outside of the traditional beauty mold to create an aesthetic space that replaces the usual clinical intimidation with genuine connection and warmth. She is the founder and heart behind Wilde Haus Aesthetics, known widely as the @htowninjector. With a deep medical background rooted in intensive clinical training, she brings master-level precision to her work. But it’s her inclusive philosophy that truly makes her glow. She has intentionally built a sanctuary where […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Veil, Vessel, & True Embodiment with Amanda Stafford]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are opening up a sacred space for a conversation that your mind, your heart, and your physical body have likely been begging you to have. We live in a world that praises constant hustle, overproduction, and living from the neck up. But our guest today is here to teach us how to finally drop back down into our physical forms, safely and intentionally. She is a masterful bridge builder between clinical, evidence-based science and profound, intuitive energy medicine. Holding a Master’s in Social Work, she deeply understands the complexities of human psychology and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are opening up a sacred space for a conversation that your mind, your heart, and your physical body have likely been begging you to have. We live in a world that praises constant hustle, overproduction, and living from the neck up. But our guest today is here to teach us how to finally drop back down into our physical forms, safely and intentionally. She is a masterful bridge builder between clinical, evidence-based science and profound, intuitive energy medicine. Holding a Master’s in Social Work, she deeply understands the complexities of human psychology and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are opening up a sacred space for a conversation that your mind, your heart, and your physical body have likely been begging you to have. We live in a world that praises constant hustle, overproduction, and living from the neck up. But our guest today is here to teach us how to finally drop back down into our physical forms, safely and intentionally. She is a masterful bridge builder between clinical, evidence-based science and profound, intuitive energy medicine. Holding a Master’s in Social Work, she deeply understands the complexities of human psychology and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are opening up a sacred space for a conversation that your mind, your heart, and your physical body have likely been begging you to have. We live in a world that praises constant hustle, overproduction, and living from the neck up. But our guest today is here to teach us how to finally drop back down into our physical forms, safely and intentionally. She is a masterful bridge builder between clinical, evidence-based science and profound, intuitive energy medicine. Holding a Master’s in Social Work, she deeply understands the complexities of human psychology and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Rising to the Occasion with Robyn Torpey]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi! Today, we are diving into an incredibly inspiring story about creativity, community, and what it truly takes to build your dream life from scratch. Our guest today is a phenomenal mom of three who mastered the art of the career shift to pursue her passion. After transitioning away from a demanding career in nursing, she poured her nurturing spirit and fierce work ethic into a brand-new canvas: artisan baking. Today, she is the brilliant founder and master baker behind Bluebonnet Bread Co. Through pure dedication, early mornings, and incredible skill, she has turned her cottage […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi! Today, we are diving into an incredibly inspiring story about creativity, community, and what it truly takes to build your dream life from scratch. Our guest today is a phenomenal mom of three who mastered the art of the career shift to pursue her passion. After transitioning away from a demanding career in nursing, she poured her nurturing spirit and fierce work ethic into a brand-new canvas: artisan baking. Today, she is the brilliant founder and master baker behind Bluebonnet Bread Co. Through pure dedication, early mornings, and incredible skill, she has turned her cottage […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi! Today, we are diving into an incredibly inspiring story about creativity, community, and what it truly takes to build your dream life from scratch. Our guest today is a phenomenal mom of three who mastered the art of the career shift to pursue her passion. After transitioning away from a demanding career in nursing, she poured her nurturing spirit and fierce work ethic into a brand-new canvas: artisan baking. Today, she is the brilliant founder and master baker behind Bluebonnet Bread Co. Through pure dedication, early mornings, and incredible skill, she has turned her cottage […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi! Today, we are diving into an incredibly inspiring story about creativity, community, and what it truly takes to build your dream life from scratch. Our guest today is a phenomenal mom of three who mastered the art of the career shift to pursue her passion. After transitioning away from a demanding career in nursing, she poured her nurturing spirit and fierce work ethic into a brand-new canvas: artisan baking. Today, she is the brilliant founder and master baker behind Bluebonnet Bread Co. Through pure dedication, early mornings, and incredible skill, she has turned her cottage […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Done Being Beige: Living Colorfully with Natalie Soto Peterson]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we unpack the messy, beautiful beginnings of the things that make us feel alive. Today’s guest is someone who is single-handedly waging a war against boring. She is an artist, an author, a mother, and a creative force of nature who officially declares that life is way too short to live it in grayscale. Raised in Utah but now unleashing her vibrant vision here in Texas, she captures beautiful moments through her paintings, and stunning mosaic glass art- tells stories that make us laugh, and writes books- like her hit children’s book, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we unpack the messy, beautiful beginnings of the things that make us feel alive. Today’s guest is someone who is single-handedly waging a war against boring. She is an artist, an author, a mother, and a creative force of nature who officially declares that life is way too short to live it in grayscale. Raised in Utah but now unleashing her vibrant vision here in Texas, she captures beautiful moments through her paintings, and stunning mosaic glass art- tells stories that make us laugh, and writes books- like her hit children’s book, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Done Being Beige: Living Colorfully with Natalie Soto Peterson]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we unpack the messy, beautiful beginnings of the things that make us feel alive. Today’s guest is someone who is single-handedly waging a war against boring. She is an artist, an author, a mother, and a creative force of nature who officially declares that life is way too short to live it in grayscale. Raised in Utah but now unleashing her vibrant vision here in Texas, she captures beautiful moments through her paintings, and stunning mosaic glass art- tells stories that make us laugh, and writes books- like her hit children’s book, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Pouring with Purpose: Crafting Connection with Lauren Hanner & Ava Clark]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Whether they are “coordinating the chaos” of a high-end wedding or creating beautiful cocktails for many workshops, markets and events, today’s guests are redefining what it means to be the heart of a celebration. They are the powerhouse duo behind With Good Spirits Drinkery. But if you ask them, they’ll tell you they aren’t just selling craft cocktails- they are in the business of human connection. This brand is built on a beautiful double meaning: Yes, it’s about what is poured into the glass, but more importantly, it’s about the “good spirits” and radiant energy they bring to every single event. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Queer, Visible, and Unstoppable with Kris Owens]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s guest is someone who truly embodies what it means to lead with love, courage, and a fierce dedication to community. If you live in Houston, you already know them as a champion for local makers and a creator of safe, joyful spaces. She is the visionary behind The Feisty Collective, a beloved marketplace in the Heights that became a crucial sanctuary for LGBTQ+ folks to connect, create, and just be. Beyond their incredible accomplishments as an entrepreneur and advocate, she is quite simply one of the kindest, most wonderful humans you will ever meet. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s guest is someone who truly embodies what it means to lead with love, courage, and a fierce dedication to community. If you live in Houston, you already know them as a champion for local makers and a creator of safe, joyful spaces. She is the visionary behind The Feisty Collective, a beloved marketplace in the Heights that became a crucial sanctuary for LGBTQ+ folks to connect, create, and just be. Beyond their incredible accomplishments as an entrepreneur and advocate, she is quite simply one of the kindest, most wonderful humans you will ever meet. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Queer, Visible, and Unstoppable with Kris Owens]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s guest is someone who truly embodies what it means to lead with love, courage, and a fierce dedication to community. If you live in Houston, you already know them as a champion for local makers and a creator of safe, joyful spaces. She is the visionary behind The Feisty Collective, a beloved marketplace in the Heights that became a crucial sanctuary for LGBTQ+ folks to connect, create, and just be. Beyond their incredible accomplishments as an entrepreneur and advocate, she is quite simply one of the kindest, most wonderful humans you will ever meet. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Living Magic of Moon Girl Boutique: An Interview With Megan Keith]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we explore the deep connections and beautiful magic that make life extraordinary. Today, we are joined by a woman who is a true force of light and soulful inspiration. We are sitting down with the incredible Megan Keith- the visionary creator, and heart-centered power behind Moon Girl Boutique, in Old Katy. Megan is a true master of holding space, bringing an unmatched frequency of love and authentic sisterhood to everything she touches. What Megan has built at her Third Street storefront is so much more than a business; it is a safe, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we explore the deep connections and beautiful magic that make life extraordinary. Today, we are joined by a woman who is a true force of light and soulful inspiration. We are sitting down with the incredible Megan Keith- the visionary creator, and heart-centered power behind Moon Girl Boutique, in Old Katy. Megan is a true master of holding space, bringing an unmatched frequency of love and authentic sisterhood to everything she touches. What Megan has built at her Third Street storefront is so much more than a business; it is a safe, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we explore the deep connections and beautiful magic that make life extraordinary. Today, we are joined by a woman who is a true force of light and soulful inspiration. We are sitting down with the incredible Megan Keith- the visionary creator, and heart-centered power behind Moon Girl Boutique, in Old Katy. Megan is a true master of holding space, bringing an unmatched frequency of love and authentic sisterhood to everything she touches. What Megan has built at her Third Street storefront is so much more than a business; it is a safe, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Curating a Life You Love with Dorey Jacobs]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today on the show, we are hanging out with a true force in business, a certified retail visionary, and a southern boss babe who genuinely does it all. While she brings years of high-level retail leadership to the table, she ultimately decided to bet completely on herself-trading the traditional corporate path for a massive dream, and the ultimate ‘can-do’ attitude. Today, she is the founder and CEO of Curator &amp; Co., where she has transformed a vintage 1980 Shasta trailer into a stunning, signature pink mobile boutique. But she didn’t stop there, she is also making waves right now by completely […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today on the show, we are hanging out with a true force in business, a certified retail visionary, and a southern boss babe who genuinely does it all. While she brings years of high-level retail leadership to the table, she ultimately decided to bet completely on herself-trading the traditional corporate path for a massive dream, and the ultimate ‘can-do’ attitude. Today, she is the founder and CEO of Curator & Co., where she has transformed a vintage 1980 Shasta trailer into a stunning, signature pink mobile boutique. But she didn’t stop there, she is also making waves right now by completely […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Curating a Life You Love with Dorey Jacobs]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today on the show, we are hanging out with a true force in business, a certified retail visionary, and a southern boss babe who genuinely does it all. While she brings years of high-level retail leadership to the table, she ultimately decided to bet completely on herself-trading the traditional corporate path for a massive dream, and the ultimate ‘can-do’ attitude. Today, she is the founder and CEO of Curator &amp; Co., where she has transformed a vintage 1980 Shasta trailer into a stunning, signature pink mobile boutique. But she didn’t stop there, she is also making waves right now by completely […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Pages, Purpose, and Passion: Inside the World of Afton Seeser and The Lost Story Bookshop]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[There is a rare kind of magic that happens when a passionate writer decides to open a brick-and-mortar bookstore. They don’t just fill shelves with stock; they build a living, breathing home for stories, pouring their own creative soul into every single square foot. That is exactly what the incredible Afton Seeser has achieved. Known to her readers for her beautifully captivating, deeply relatable novels and her ability to capture the exact anatomy of human emotion on the page, Afton has taken that same fierce dedication and poured it into launching The Lost Story Bookshop in Katy, Texas. As a writer, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is a rare kind of magic that happens when a passionate writer decides to open a brick-and-mortar bookstore. They don’t just fill shelves with stock; they build a living, breathing home for stories, pouring their own creative soul into every single square foot. That is exactly what the incredible Afton Seeser has achieved. Known to her readers for her beautifully captivating, deeply relatable novels and her ability to capture the exact anatomy of human emotion on the page, Afton has taken that same fierce dedication and poured it into launching The Lost Story Bookshop in Katy, Texas. As a writer, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Pages, Purpose, and Passion: Inside the World of Afton Seeser and The Lost Story Bookshop]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is a rare kind of magic that happens when a passionate writer decides to open a brick-and-mortar bookstore. They don’t just fill shelves with stock; they build a living, breathing home for stories, pouring their own creative soul into every single square foot. That is exactly what the incredible Afton Seeser has achieved. Known to her readers for her beautifully captivating, deeply relatable novels and her ability to capture the exact anatomy of human emotion on the page, Afton has taken that same fierce dedication and poured it into launching The Lost Story Bookshop in Katy, Texas. As a writer, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Power of the Pivot: A Conversation with Gina Walker]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today, I am joined by a woman who is the ultimate proof that it is never too late to rewrite your story, pivot with purpose, and build a life completely on your own terms. Gina Walker is a powerhouse business consultant, tech strategist, and the mastermind behind Gina L. Walker Consulting and the beloved Gritty Farm Girl. Gina’s journey is anything but traditional. She spent years mastering the corporate world, pivoted with 12 years in the classroom as a high school teacher before making a radical leap into the intensive world of livestock farming. But it wasn’t until she was in […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am joined by a woman who is the ultimate proof that it is never too late to rewrite your story, pivot with purpose, and build a life completely on your own terms. Gina Walker is a powerhouse business consultant, tech strategist, and the mastermind behind Gina L. Walker Consulting and the beloved Gritty Farm Girl. Gina’s journey is anything but traditional. She spent years mastering the corporate world, pivoted with 12 years in the classroom as a high school teacher before making a radical leap into the intensive world of livestock farming. But it wasn’t until she was in […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Power of the Pivot: A Conversation with Gina Walker]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am joined by a woman who is the ultimate proof that it is never too late to rewrite your story, pivot with purpose, and build a life completely on your own terms. Gina Walker is a powerhouse business consultant, tech strategist, and the mastermind behind Gina L. Walker Consulting and the beloved Gritty Farm Girl. Gina’s journey is anything but traditional. She spent years mastering the corporate world, pivoted with 12 years in the classroom as a high school teacher before making a radical leap into the intensive world of livestock farming. But it wasn’t until she was in […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Behind the Velvet Curtain with Abby Cadabra]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Our guest today is a true visionary who has completely transformed the landscape of Houston’s nightlife and performing arts. As an award-winning burlesque performer, Abby has spent years captivating audiences with her unmatched wit, glamour, and creative genius. As the driving force, producer, and magnetic host behind The Short &amp; Sweet Speakeasy, The Hush-Hush Cabaret, Top Shelf Tease, and Tease of the Seas. She has done something truly remarkable: she has created an intimate, dazzling world where world-class talent thrives, and where every single attendee leaves feeling lighter, bolder, and more inspired. Beyond the breathtaking costumes and the laughter, she is […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Behind the Velvet Curtain with Abby Cadabra]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Our guest today is a true visionary who has completely transformed the landscape of Houston’s nightlife and performing arts. As an award-winning burlesque performer, Abby has spent years captivating audiences with her unmatched wit, glamour, and creative genius. As the driving force, producer, and magnetic host behind The Short &amp; Sweet Speakeasy, The Hush-Hush Cabaret, Top Shelf Tease, and Tease of the Seas. She has done something truly remarkable: she has created an intimate, dazzling world where world-class talent thrives, and where every single attendee leaves feeling lighter, bolder, and more inspired. Beyond the breathtaking costumes and the laughter, she is […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Our guest today is a true visionary who has completely transformed the landscape of Houston’s nightlife and performing arts. As an award-winning burlesque performer, Abby has spent years captivating audiences with her unmatched wit, glamour, and creative genius. As the driving force, producer, and magnetic host behind The Short & Sweet Speakeasy, The Hush-Hush Cabaret, Top Shelf Tease, and Tease of the Seas. She has done something truly remarkable: she has created an intimate, dazzling world where world-class talent thrives, and where every single attendee leaves feeling lighter, bolder, and more inspired. Beyond the breathtaking costumes and the laughter, she is […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Sanctuary in the Soil: Inside Richmond’s A Little Dirt Can’t Hurt with Nicole Bride]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back, everyone! Today, I am absolutely thrilled to introduce a guest who is doing something truly beautiful for our community and our spirits. We are spending time with the incredible Nicole Bride, the heart and soul behind A Little Dirt Can’t Hurt, right here in Richmond, Texas. Nicole is one of those rare people who can look at a patch of earth and instantly see its potential, but her real talent lies in how she nurtures the people around her. She has dedicated herself to empowering others, helping them build the confidence to create outdoor havens that feel deeply personal, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back, everyone! Today, I am absolutely thrilled to introduce a guest who is doing something truly beautiful for our community and our spirits. We are spending time with the incredible Nicole Bride, the heart and soul behind A Little Dirt Can’t Hurt, right here in Richmond, Texas. Nicole is one of those rare people who can look at a patch of earth and instantly see its potential, but her real talent lies in how she nurtures the people around her. She has dedicated herself to empowering others, helping them build the confidence to create outdoor havens that feel deeply personal, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Sanctuary in the Soil: Inside Richmond’s A Little Dirt Can’t Hurt with Nicole Bride]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back, everyone! Today, I am absolutely thrilled to introduce a guest who is doing something truly beautiful for our community and our spirits. We are spending time with the incredible Nicole Bride, the heart and soul behind A Little Dirt Can’t Hurt, right here in Richmond, Texas. Nicole is one of those rare people who can look at a patch of earth and instantly see its potential, but her real talent lies in how she nurtures the people around her. She has dedicated herself to empowering others, helping them build the confidence to create outdoor havens that feel deeply personal, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back, everyone! Today, I am absolutely thrilled to introduce a guest who is doing something truly beautiful for our community and our spirits. We are spending time with the incredible Nicole Bride, the heart and soul behind A Little Dirt Can’t Hurt, right here in Richmond, Texas. Nicole is one of those rare people who can look at a patch of earth and instantly see its potential, but her real talent lies in how she nurtures the people around her. She has dedicated herself to empowering others, helping them build the confidence to create outdoor havens that feel deeply personal, […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Radical Joy and Rainbow Pantries: The Cassandra Neace Interview]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>genesissaisquoi.com</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69088/episode/2494245</guid>
                                    <link>https://genesissaisquoicom.castos.com/episodes/radical-joy-and-rainbow-pantries-the-cassandra-neace-interview</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Today, I am absolutely thrilled to sit down with a literal Houston powerhouse who is redefining what it means to build community from the ground up. She is a University of Houston English Lecturer, a creative designer, a mutual aid organizer, and honestly, someone who must have figured out a way to squeeze 48 hours into a single day. She is the owner and creative visionary of Create Action TX , specializing in small batch merch for community organizations, artists, performers, and small businesses. But she didn’t stop there. Cassandra is also the organizer and operator behind the Rainbow Pantry […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am absolutely thrilled to sit down with a literal Houston powerhouse who is redefining what it means to build community from the ground up. She is a University of Houston English Lecturer, a creative designer, a mutual aid organizer, and honestly, someone who must have figured out a way to squeeze 48 hours into a single day. She is the owner and creative visionary of Create Action TX , specializing in small batch merch for community organizations, artists, performers, and small businesses. But she didn’t stop there. Cassandra is also the organizer and operator behind the Rainbow Pantry […]]]>
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                                    <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Radical Joy and Rainbow Pantries: The Cassandra Neace Interview]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am absolutely thrilled to sit down with a literal Houston powerhouse who is redefining what it means to build community from the ground up. She is a University of Houston English Lecturer, a creative designer, a mutual aid organizer, and honestly, someone who must have figured out a way to squeeze 48 hours into a single day. She is the owner and creative visionary of Create Action TX , specializing in small batch merch for community organizations, artists, performers, and small businesses. But she didn’t stop there. Cassandra is also the organizer and operator behind the Rainbow Pantry […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am absolutely thrilled to sit down with a literal Houston powerhouse who is redefining what it means to build community from the ground up. She is a University of Houston English Lecturer, a creative designer, a mutual aid organizer, and honestly, someone who must have figured out a way to squeeze 48 hours into a single day. She is the owner and creative visionary of Create Action TX , specializing in small batch merch for community organizations, artists, performers, and small businesses. But she didn’t stop there. Cassandra is also the organizer and operator behind the Rainbow Pantry […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Chasing Wildflowers & College Degrees with Sofia Adelina]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>genesissaisquoi.com</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis sais quoi! On this podcast, we talk a lot about that “day one” that moment when you make the decision, to chase a dream, make a change, or just start living as your most authentic self. Today we are capturing lightning in a bottle. We are talking to an entrepreneur who is living the chaotic, thrilling, and beautiful Day One of starting a business. Usually, people wait until after graduation, after a corporate career, or after decades of what-ifs to build their business. But today’s guest looked at that rulebook and decided to throw it out. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis sais quoi! On this podcast, we talk a lot about that “day one” that moment when you make the decision, to chase a dream, make a change, or just start living as your most authentic self. Today we are capturing lightning in a bottle. We are talking to an entrepreneur who is living the chaotic, thrilling, and beautiful Day One of starting a business. Usually, people wait until after graduation, after a corporate career, or after decades of what-ifs to build their business. But today’s guest looked at that rulebook and decided to throw it out. […]]]>
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                                    <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Chasing Wildflowers & College Degrees with Sofia Adelina]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis sais quoi! On this podcast, we talk a lot about that “day one” that moment when you make the decision, to chase a dream, make a change, or just start living as your most authentic self. Today we are capturing lightning in a bottle. We are talking to an entrepreneur who is living the chaotic, thrilling, and beautiful Day One of starting a business. Usually, people wait until after graduation, after a corporate career, or after decades of what-ifs to build their business. But today’s guest looked at that rulebook and decided to throw it out. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis sais quoi! On this podcast, we talk a lot about that “day one” that moment when you make the decision, to chase a dream, make a change, or just start living as your most authentic self. Today we are capturing lightning in a bottle. We are talking to an entrepreneur who is living the chaotic, thrilling, and beautiful Day One of starting a business. Usually, people wait until after graduation, after a corporate career, or after decades of what-ifs to build their business. But today’s guest looked at that rulebook and decided to throw it out. […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[genesissaisquoi.com]]>
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                    <![CDATA[How Music Becomes Medicine: with Cela Petras]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>genesissaisquoi.com</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69088/episode/2481187</guid>
                                    <link>https://genesissaisquoicom.castos.com/episodes/how-music-becomes-medicine-with-cela-petras</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are diving deep into the intersection of science and soul with a guest who truly embodies the ‘je ne sais quoi’ of healing. Cela Patras, is the visionary founder of Melody Turned Therapy LLC. Cela isn’t just a musician; she is a profound force for healing, holding a Master’s from Vanderbilt University and an incredible triple-major from SMU in Music Therapy, Biology, and Health &amp; Society. As a Board-Certified Music Therapist with advanced training in Neurologic Music Therapy, she uses evidence-based techniques to help the brain rewire and find its way back […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are diving deep into the intersection of science and soul with a guest who truly embodies the ‘je ne sais quoi’ of healing. Cela Patras, is the visionary founder of Melody Turned Therapy LLC. Cela isn’t just a musician; she is a profound force for healing, holding a Master’s from Vanderbilt University and an incredible triple-major from SMU in Music Therapy, Biology, and Health & Society. As a Board-Certified Music Therapist with advanced training in Neurologic Music Therapy, she uses evidence-based techniques to help the brain rewire and find its way back […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[How Music Becomes Medicine: with Cela Petras]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are diving deep into the intersection of science and soul with a guest who truly embodies the ‘je ne sais quoi’ of healing. Cela Patras, is the visionary founder of Melody Turned Therapy LLC. Cela isn’t just a musician; she is a profound force for healing, holding a Master’s from Vanderbilt University and an incredible triple-major from SMU in Music Therapy, Biology, and Health &amp; Society. As a Board-Certified Music Therapist with advanced training in Neurologic Music Therapy, she uses evidence-based techniques to help the brain rewire and find its way back […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today, we are diving deep into the intersection of science and soul with a guest who truly embodies the ‘je ne sais quoi’ of healing. Cela Patras, is the visionary founder of Melody Turned Therapy LLC. Cela isn’t just a musician; she is a profound force for healing, holding a Master’s from Vanderbilt University and an incredible triple-major from SMU in Music Therapy, Biology, and Health & Society. As a Board-Certified Music Therapist with advanced training in Neurologic Music Therapy, she uses evidence-based techniques to help the brain rewire and find its way back […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[genesissaisquoi.com]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Beyond the Surface: Dana Williams on Grief, Advocacy, and the Power of Showing Up]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>genesissaisquoi.com</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69088/episode/2474741</guid>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s episode is an absolute honor to host because I am sitting down with a woman who is a true architect of hope in our community. Dana Williams is the President of Fort Bend Mental Health, but she is so much more than a title. She is a visionary leader who has turned the absolute unthinkable into an unstoppable movement for healing. Dana’s life is a masterclass in ‘Identity-First Leadership’- she has walked through the darkest valleys of suicide loss and emerged not just a survivor, but a lighthouse for everyone else still navigating […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s episode is an absolute honor to host because I am sitting down with a woman who is a true architect of hope in our community. Dana Williams is the President of Fort Bend Mental Health, but she is so much more than a title. She is a visionary leader who has turned the absolute unthinkable into an unstoppable movement for healing. Dana’s life is a masterclass in ‘Identity-First Leadership’- she has walked through the darkest valleys of suicide loss and emerged not just a survivor, but a lighthouse for everyone else still navigating […]]]>
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                                    <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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                    <![CDATA[Beyond the Surface: Dana Williams on Grief, Advocacy, and the Power of Showing Up]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s episode is an absolute honor to host because I am sitting down with a woman who is a true architect of hope in our community. Dana Williams is the President of Fort Bend Mental Health, but she is so much more than a title. She is a visionary leader who has turned the absolute unthinkable into an unstoppable movement for healing. Dana’s life is a masterclass in ‘Identity-First Leadership’- she has walked through the darkest valleys of suicide loss and emerged not just a survivor, but a lighthouse for everyone else still navigating […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi. Today’s episode is an absolute honor to host because I am sitting down with a woman who is a true architect of hope in our community. Dana Williams is the President of Fort Bend Mental Health, but she is so much more than a title. She is a visionary leader who has turned the absolute unthinkable into an unstoppable movement for healing. Dana’s life is a masterclass in ‘Identity-First Leadership’- she has walked through the darkest valleys of suicide loss and emerged not just a survivor, but a lighthouse for everyone else still navigating […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[genesissaisquoi.com]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Deserae Maldonado: The Holistic CEO]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 11:47:33 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>genesissaisquoi.com</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69088/episode/2466635</guid>
                                    <link>https://genesissaisquoicom.castos.com/episodes/deserae-maldonado-the-holistic-ceo</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today, I am honored to introduce the incredibly talented Desirae Maldonado, a true powerhouse in the beauty industry and the brilliant mind behind Desirae Hair in historic downtown Richmond. With nearly 20 years of experience, Desirae has earned a reputation not just as a master of her craft, but as a genuine soul who leads with kindness, intentionality, and a heart for service. She is a brave entrepreneur who successfully scaled her dream from a solo suite to a stunning, low-tox sanctuary that reflects her commitment to excellence. Desirae is a mentor, a scalp Specialist and a dedicated advocate and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am honored to introduce the incredibly talented Desirae Maldonado, a true powerhouse in the beauty industry and the brilliant mind behind Desirae Hair in historic downtown Richmond. With nearly 20 years of experience, Desirae has earned a reputation not just as a master of her craft, but as a genuine soul who leads with kindness, intentionality, and a heart for service. She is a brave entrepreneur who successfully scaled her dream from a solo suite to a stunning, low-tox sanctuary that reflects her commitment to excellence. Desirae is a mentor, a scalp Specialist and a dedicated advocate and […]]]>
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                                    <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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                    <![CDATA[Deserae Maldonado: The Holistic CEO]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am honored to introduce the incredibly talented Desirae Maldonado, a true powerhouse in the beauty industry and the brilliant mind behind Desirae Hair in historic downtown Richmond. With nearly 20 years of experience, Desirae has earned a reputation not just as a master of her craft, but as a genuine soul who leads with kindness, intentionality, and a heart for service. She is a brave entrepreneur who successfully scaled her dream from a solo suite to a stunning, low-tox sanctuary that reflects her commitment to excellence. Desirae is a mentor, a scalp Specialist and a dedicated advocate and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, I am honored to introduce the incredibly talented Desirae Maldonado, a true powerhouse in the beauty industry and the brilliant mind behind Desirae Hair in historic downtown Richmond. With nearly 20 years of experience, Desirae has earned a reputation not just as a master of her craft, but as a genuine soul who leads with kindness, intentionality, and a heart for service. She is a brave entrepreneur who successfully scaled her dream from a solo suite to a stunning, low-tox sanctuary that reflects her commitment to excellence. Desirae is a mentor, a scalp Specialist and a dedicated advocate and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[genesissaisquoi.com]]>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[The Art of Un-Becoming: A Conversation with Adrienne Binder]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>genesissaisquoi.com</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69088/episode/2460482</guid>
                                    <link>https://genesissaisquoicom.castos.com/episodes/the-art-of-un-becoming-a-conversation-with-adrienne-binder</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[We live in a world that measures our worth by how much we can produce, how fast we can move, and how ‘connected’ we stay. But tucked away in Sawyer Yards is a woman who has had the remarkable courage to build a space that asks us to do the exact opposite. Adrienne Binder is the visionary heart and hands behind Restoration Studio. Anyone who has followed her journey knows she possesses a rare, intuitive gift for seeing the beauty in the ‘messy middle’ and a profoundly gentle spirit that makes everyone feel instantly seen and safe. And, she didn’t […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We live in a world that measures our worth by how much we can produce, how fast we can move, and how ‘connected’ we stay. But tucked away in Sawyer Yards is a woman who has had the remarkable courage to build a space that asks us to do the exact opposite. Adrienne Binder is the visionary heart and hands behind Restoration Studio. Anyone who has followed her journey knows she possesses a rare, intuitive gift for seeing the beauty in the ‘messy middle’ and a profoundly gentle spirit that makes everyone feel instantly seen and safe. And, she didn’t […]]]>
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                                    <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[The Art of Un-Becoming: A Conversation with Adrienne Binder]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We live in a world that measures our worth by how much we can produce, how fast we can move, and how ‘connected’ we stay. But tucked away in Sawyer Yards is a woman who has had the remarkable courage to build a space that asks us to do the exact opposite. Adrienne Binder is the visionary heart and hands behind Restoration Studio. Anyone who has followed her journey knows she possesses a rare, intuitive gift for seeing the beauty in the ‘messy middle’ and a profoundly gentle spirit that makes everyone feel instantly seen and safe. And, she didn’t […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We live in a world that measures our worth by how much we can produce, how fast we can move, and how ‘connected’ we stay. But tucked away in Sawyer Yards is a woman who has had the remarkable courage to build a space that asks us to do the exact opposite. Adrienne Binder is the visionary heart and hands behind Restoration Studio. Anyone who has followed her journey knows she possesses a rare, intuitive gift for seeing the beauty in the ‘messy middle’ and a profoundly gentle spirit that makes everyone feel instantly seen and safe. And, she didn’t […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Messy, Beautiful, Balanced: Redefining Yoga for Real Life]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. Today, we’re joined by someone who views the human body not as a project to be perfected, but as a masterpiece to be honored in every stage. Meg Oswalt is a Registered Yoga Teacher and a cornerstone of the instructor teams across multiple studios. As a mother and a specialist in prenatal yoga, Meg understands that our bodies aren’t static, they are rhythmic. She teaches us how to celebrate our strength in every season, whether we are in […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. Today, we’re joined by someone who views the human body not as a project to be perfected, but as a masterpiece to be honored in every stage. Meg Oswalt is a Registered Yoga Teacher and a cornerstone of the instructor teams across multiple studios. As a mother and a specialist in prenatal yoga, Meg understands that our bodies aren’t static, they are rhythmic. She teaches us how to celebrate our strength in every season, whether we are in […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Messy, Beautiful, Balanced: Redefining Yoga for Real Life]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. Today, we’re joined by someone who views the human body not as a project to be perfected, but as a masterpiece to be honored in every stage. Meg Oswalt is a Registered Yoga Teacher and a cornerstone of the instructor teams across multiple studios. As a mother and a specialist in prenatal yoga, Meg understands that our bodies aren’t static, they are rhythmic. She teaches us how to celebrate our strength in every season, whether we are in […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. Today, we’re joined by someone who views the human body not as a project to be perfected, but as a masterpiece to be honored in every stage. Meg Oswalt is a Registered Yoga Teacher and a cornerstone of the instructor teams across multiple studios. As a mother and a specialist in prenatal yoga, Meg understands that our bodies aren’t static, they are rhythmic. She teaches us how to celebrate our strength in every season, whether we are in […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Myth of Failure]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 13:39:33 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[You are not a finished product. You are a masterpiece in progress. In this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re dismantling the myth of failure, and embracing the beauty of “becoming”. As Buddha said “What you think, you become. What you fee, you attract. What you imagine you create.” Stop apologizing for being a work in progress and start creating the reality you deserve.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You are not a finished product. You are a masterpiece in progress. In this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re dismantling the myth of failure, and embracing the beauty of “becoming”. As Buddha said “What you think, you become. What you fee, you attract. What you imagine you create.” Stop apologizing for being a work in progress and start creating the reality you deserve.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Myth of Failure]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You are not a finished product. You are a masterpiece in progress. In this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re dismantling the myth of failure, and embracing the beauty of “becoming”. As Buddha said “What you think, you become. What you fee, you attract. What you imagine you create.” Stop apologizing for being a work in progress and start creating the reality you deserve.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You are not a finished product. You are a masterpiece in progress. In this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re dismantling the myth of failure, and embracing the beauty of “becoming”. As Buddha said “What you think, you become. What you fee, you attract. What you imagine you create.” Stop apologizing for being a work in progress and start creating the reality you deserve.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Unattached]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:31:11 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Is your happiness held hostage by your ‘to-do’ list?  On this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about Attachment to Outcomes. We often think we’re being ‘ambitious,’ but really, we’re just terrified of what happens if things don’t go exactly as planned. Let’s discuss how to put in 100% effort while letting go of the need to control the result.  It’s time to breathe again.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Is your happiness held hostage by your ‘to-do’ list?  On this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about Attachment to Outcomes. We often think we’re being ‘ambitious,’ but really, we’re just terrified of what happens if things don’t go exactly as planned. Let’s discuss how to put in 100% effort while letting go of the need to control the result.  It’s time to breathe again.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Unattached]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Is your happiness held hostage by your ‘to-do’ list?  On this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about Attachment to Outcomes. We often think we’re being ‘ambitious,’ but really, we’re just terrified of what happens if things don’t go exactly as planned. Let’s discuss how to put in 100% effort while letting go of the need to control the result.  It’s time to breathe again.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Is your happiness held hostage by your ‘to-do’ list?  On this episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about Attachment to Outcomes. We often think we’re being ‘ambitious,’ but really, we’re just terrified of what happens if things don’t go exactly as planned. Let’s discuss how to put in 100% effort while letting go of the need to control the result.  It’s time to breathe again.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Built to Be Bold: Olga’s Journey of Service, Strength, and Sportswear]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the home of the bold, the resilient, and the unapologetic.Today, we are sitting down with a woman who proves that “limitless” isn’t just a buzzword-it’s alifestyle. She’s a Navy Veteran and an Electrical Engineer who spent years mastering themechanics of discipline. But had another “Genesis” moment in the realization that womendeserve gear as high-performing as they are. She didn’t just launch a clothing line; sheengineered a standard.As the founder of BU Sportswear, she is building a fitness empire with the same precision sheuses while pursuing her Master’s in Power Distribution. But her most important […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the home of the bold, the resilient, and the unapologetic.Today, we are sitting down with a woman who proves that “limitless” isn’t just a buzzword-it’s alifestyle. She’s a Navy Veteran and an Electrical Engineer who spent years mastering themechanics of discipline. But had another “Genesis” moment in the realization that womendeserve gear as high-performing as they are. She didn’t just launch a clothing line; sheengineered a standard.As the founder of BU Sportswear, she is building a fitness empire with the same precision sheuses while pursuing her Master’s in Power Distribution. But her most important […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Built to Be Bold: Olga’s Journey of Service, Strength, and Sportswear]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the home of the bold, the resilient, and the unapologetic.Today, we are sitting down with a woman who proves that “limitless” isn’t just a buzzword-it’s alifestyle. She’s a Navy Veteran and an Electrical Engineer who spent years mastering themechanics of discipline. But had another “Genesis” moment in the realization that womendeserve gear as high-performing as they are. She didn’t just launch a clothing line; sheengineered a standard.As the founder of BU Sportswear, she is building a fitness empire with the same precision sheuses while pursuing her Master’s in Power Distribution. But her most important […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the home of the bold, the resilient, and the unapologetic.Today, we are sitting down with a woman who proves that “limitless” isn’t just a buzzword-it’s alifestyle. She’s a Navy Veteran and an Electrical Engineer who spent years mastering themechanics of discipline. But had another “Genesis” moment in the realization that womendeserve gear as high-performing as they are. She didn’t just launch a clothing line; sheengineered a standard.As the founder of BU Sportswear, she is building a fitness empire with the same precision sheuses while pursuing her Master’s in Power Distribution. But her most important […]]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:47:14</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Beautiful Mess Theory]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[What if I told you your chaos isn’t a flaw, but your power? In this episode of Genesis sais Quoi, we’re diving into the “Beautiful Mess Theory” – why being raw, vulnerable, and unapologetically ourselves is the ultimate form of courage. Stop holding back. It’s time to show up authentically.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What if I told you your chaos isn’t a flaw, but your power? In this episode of Genesis sais Quoi, we’re diving into the “Beautiful Mess Theory” – why being raw, vulnerable, and unapologetically ourselves is the ultimate form of courage. Stop holding back. It’s time to show up authentically.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Beautiful Mess Theory]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What if I told you your chaos isn’t a flaw, but your power? In this episode of Genesis sais Quoi, we’re diving into the “Beautiful Mess Theory” – why being raw, vulnerable, and unapologetically ourselves is the ultimate form of courage. Stop holding back. It’s time to show up authentically.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What if I told you your chaos isn’t a flaw, but your power? In this episode of Genesis sais Quoi, we’re diving into the “Beautiful Mess Theory” – why being raw, vulnerable, and unapologetically ourselves is the ultimate form of courage. Stop holding back. It’s time to show up authentically.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jessica Fitzpatrick- A Safe Space In and Out of the Library]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Intro Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we celebrate the bold, the resilient, and the magic of storytelling. Today, we’re joined by a woman who is rewriting the script on what it means to be a leader. Jessica FitzPatrick is a Houston-based powerhouse, an award-winning Library Journal Mover &amp; Shaker, and the author of “Growing Teen Engagement.” But beyond the accolades, Jessica is a master of the ‘unlearning’ process. She’s traded the ‘quiet library’ stereotype for a vibrant world of innovation, proving that when you show up unapologetically as yourself, you give everyone else permission to do […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Intro Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we celebrate the bold, the resilient, and the magic of storytelling. Today, we’re joined by a woman who is rewriting the script on what it means to be a leader. Jessica FitzPatrick is a Houston-based powerhouse, an award-winning Library Journal Mover & Shaker, and the author of “Growing Teen Engagement.” But beyond the accolades, Jessica is a master of the ‘unlearning’ process. She’s traded the ‘quiet library’ stereotype for a vibrant world of innovation, proving that when you show up unapologetically as yourself, you give everyone else permission to do […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jessica Fitzpatrick- A Safe Space In and Out of the Library]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Intro Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we celebrate the bold, the resilient, and the magic of storytelling. Today, we’re joined by a woman who is rewriting the script on what it means to be a leader. Jessica FitzPatrick is a Houston-based powerhouse, an award-winning Library Journal Mover &amp; Shaker, and the author of “Growing Teen Engagement.” But beyond the accolades, Jessica is a master of the ‘unlearning’ process. She’s traded the ‘quiet library’ stereotype for a vibrant world of innovation, proving that when you show up unapologetically as yourself, you give everyone else permission to do […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Intro Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we celebrate the bold, the resilient, and the magic of storytelling. Today, we’re joined by a woman who is rewriting the script on what it means to be a leader. Jessica FitzPatrick is a Houston-based powerhouse, an award-winning Library Journal Mover & Shaker, and the author of “Growing Teen Engagement.” But beyond the accolades, Jessica is a master of the ‘unlearning’ process. She’s traded the ‘quiet library’ stereotype for a vibrant world of innovation, proving that when you show up unapologetically as yourself, you give everyone else permission to do […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Beyond the Finish line with Amy Gougler]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show! Today, we are joined by someone who has mastered the literal and metaphorical ‘long game.’ She is a marathoner who didn’t just finish the race she crushed her own limits by shaving a massive 24 minutes off her marathon time. She is the powerhouse founder behind ‘Amy’s Balancing Act,’ where she’s helping women everywhere reclaim their strength, their confidence, and their miles. Whether she’s coaching runners to their next PR, scaling a thriving business, or keeping it 100% real for her massive community on TikTok, she is the ultimate blueprint for what it looks like to juggle it all without […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show! Today, we are joined by someone who has mastered the literal and metaphorical ‘long game.’ She is a marathoner who didn’t just finish the race she crushed her own limits by shaving a massive 24 minutes off her marathon time. She is the powerhouse founder behind ‘Amy’s Balancing Act,’ where she’s helping women everywhere reclaim their strength, their confidence, and their miles. Whether she’s coaching runners to their next PR, scaling a thriving business, or keeping it 100% real for her massive community on TikTok, she is the ultimate blueprint for what it looks like to juggle it all without […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Beyond the Finish line with Amy Gougler]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show! Today, we are joined by someone who has mastered the literal and metaphorical ‘long game.’ She is a marathoner who didn’t just finish the race she crushed her own limits by shaving a massive 24 minutes off her marathon time. She is the powerhouse founder behind ‘Amy’s Balancing Act,’ where she’s helping women everywhere reclaim their strength, their confidence, and their miles. Whether she’s coaching runners to their next PR, scaling a thriving business, or keeping it 100% real for her massive community on TikTok, she is the ultimate blueprint for what it looks like to juggle it all without […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to the show! Today, we are joined by someone who has mastered the literal and metaphorical ‘long game.’ She is a marathoner who didn’t just finish the race she crushed her own limits by shaving a massive 24 minutes off her marathon time. She is the powerhouse founder behind ‘Amy’s Balancing Act,’ where she’s helping women everywhere reclaim their strength, their confidence, and their miles. Whether she’s coaching runners to their next PR, scaling a thriving business, or keeping it 100% real for her massive community on TikTok, she is the ultimate blueprint for what it looks like to juggle it all without […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Conversation Between Friends: PART TWO]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a ‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. Today, is part 2 of our conversation about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a ‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. Today, is part 2 of our conversation about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Conversation Between Friends: PART TWO]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a ‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. Today, is part 2 of our conversation about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Mental Spring Cleaning]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[In this mini-episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re moving beyond the junk drawer and tackling the mental clutter. We’re scrubbing away the “should-haves,” tossing out old regrets, and making actual floor space for joy and peace to move in. YOU DESERVE THAT!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this mini-episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re moving beyond the junk drawer and tackling the mental clutter. We’re scrubbing away the “should-haves,” tossing out old regrets, and making actual floor space for joy and peace to move in. YOU DESERVE THAT!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Conversation Between Friends: PART ONE]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. Today, we are talking about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and the slow fade of […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. Today, we are talking about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and the slow fade of […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Conversation Between Friends: PART ONE]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. Today, we are talking about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and the slow fade of […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments. Today, we are talking about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and the slow fade of […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Recovering People Pleaser]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[I’d like to formally announce that my 24/7 Customer Service Desk is officially closed for renovations.  For a long time, my “Sais Quoi” was just… whatever you wanted it to be. I was a world-class Olympian in the sport of Over-Extending Myself, and my gold medal was a massive pile of secret resentment.  On this week’s episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about the messy, awkward middle ground of being a recovering people-pleaser. It’s the space where you finally start saying “No,” but you still feel like you’re committing a felony every time you do it. We’re breaking down […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[I’d like to formally announce that my 24/7 Customer Service Desk is officially closed for renovations.  For a long time, my “Sais Quoi” was just… whatever you wanted it to be. I was a world-class Olympian in the sport of Over-Extending Myself, and my gold medal was a massive pile of secret resentment.  On this week’s episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about the messy, awkward middle ground of being a recovering people-pleaser. It’s the space where you finally start saying “No,” but you still feel like you’re committing a felony every time you do it. We’re breaking down […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Recovering People Pleaser]]>
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                    <![CDATA[I’d like to formally announce that my 24/7 Customer Service Desk is officially closed for renovations.  For a long time, my “Sais Quoi” was just… whatever you wanted it to be. I was a world-class Olympian in the sport of Over-Extending Myself, and my gold medal was a massive pile of secret resentment.  On this week’s episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about the messy, awkward middle ground of being a recovering people-pleaser. It’s the space where you finally start saying “No,” but you still feel like you’re committing a felony every time you do it. We’re breaking down […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Breaking the shell- Finding Resilience Through Macarons with Maricel Cephus]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:57:19 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[In life, we often wait for someone else to build the thing we need. But today’s guest on Genesis Sais Quoi decided that if she couldn’t find the perfect vegan macaron in the city of Houston, she would simply have to invent it herself. Her story didn’t start with a perfect recipe; it started with a kitchen full of first attempts and the daunting challenge of mastering a high-maintenance art form. Yet, fueled by the eyes of her daughters watching her every move, she turned ‘I can’t find it’ into ‘I’ll create it.’ Today, she isn’t just a baker; she […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In life, we often wait for someone else to build the thing we need. But today’s guest on Genesis Sais Quoi decided that if she couldn’t find the perfect vegan macaron in the city of Houston, she would simply have to invent it herself. Her story didn’t start with a perfect recipe; it started with a kitchen full of first attempts and the daunting challenge of mastering a high-maintenance art form. Yet, fueled by the eyes of her daughters watching her every move, she turned ‘I can’t find it’ into ‘I’ll create it.’ Today, she isn’t just a baker; she […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Breaking the shell- Finding Resilience Through Macarons with Maricel Cephus]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In life, we often wait for someone else to build the thing we need. But today’s guest on Genesis Sais Quoi decided that if she couldn’t find the perfect vegan macaron in the city of Houston, she would simply have to invent it herself. Her story didn’t start with a perfect recipe; it started with a kitchen full of first attempts and the daunting challenge of mastering a high-maintenance art form. Yet, fueled by the eyes of her daughters watching her every move, she turned ‘I can’t find it’ into ‘I’ll create it.’ Today, she isn’t just a baker; she […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA["Im Fine!" She says, completely UNFINE!]]>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:05:35 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[When we hide behind the two words, “I’m fine” when we’re not, we deny ourselves the right to be seen and supported. You don’t owe the world a “fine” version of yourself, you owe yourself the truth. ️ Dive deeper with us on Genesis Sais Quoi. ✨]]>
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                    <![CDATA[When we hide behind the two words, “I’m fine” when we’re not, we deny ourselves the right to be seen and supported. You don’t owe the world a “fine” version of yourself, you owe yourself the truth. ️ Dive deeper with us on Genesis Sais Quoi. ✨]]>
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                    <![CDATA[When we hide behind the two words, “I’m fine” when we’re not, we deny ourselves the right to be seen and supported. You don’t owe the world a “fine” version of yourself, you owe yourself the truth. ️ Dive deeper with us on Genesis Sais Quoi. ✨]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Inner and Outer Strength with Karen Enamorado]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[You know, we talk a lot on this podcast about the moment you decide to stop ‘sitting on the fence’ and finally choose the life you actually want to live. Today’s guest is the living embodiment of that choice. Karen Enamorado is the co-owner and heart behind No Limits Fitness.  a veteran-operated, Latinx-owned powerhouse that is redefining what a ‘gym’ can be. But Karen’s story isn’t just about sets and reps- it’s about the internal ‘glow up’ that happens when you decide that your boundaries, your peace, and your health are non-negotiable. She is a mother to four, a ‘Jiu Jitsu […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You know, we talk a lot on this podcast about the moment you decide to stop ‘sitting on the fence’ and finally choose the life you actually want to live. Today’s guest is the living embodiment of that choice. Karen Enamorado is the co-owner and heart behind No Limits Fitness.  a veteran-operated, Latinx-owned powerhouse that is redefining what a ‘gym’ can be. But Karen’s story isn’t just about sets and reps- it’s about the internal ‘glow up’ that happens when you decide that your boundaries, your peace, and your health are non-negotiable. She is a mother to four, a ‘Jiu Jitsu […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Inner and Outer Strength with Karen Enamorado]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You know, we talk a lot on this podcast about the moment you decide to stop ‘sitting on the fence’ and finally choose the life you actually want to live. Today’s guest is the living embodiment of that choice. Karen Enamorado is the co-owner and heart behind No Limits Fitness.  a veteran-operated, Latinx-owned powerhouse that is redefining what a ‘gym’ can be. But Karen’s story isn’t just about sets and reps- it’s about the internal ‘glow up’ that happens when you decide that your boundaries, your peace, and your health are non-negotiable. She is a mother to four, a ‘Jiu Jitsu […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Peace in the Chaos with Beth Hatfield]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today’s guest is not only a full-time mama to three, working hard to homeschool, and create a beautiful life for those closest to her, but someone who uses her free time to walk into the highest stakes, and most vulnerable moments of a family’s life, sharing the one thing everyone is searching for: Peace. She isn’t just a homeschool teacher, or mother- She’s a doula; she is a guardian of the sacred space where life begins. After her own journey into motherhood, she jumped right in to being an amazing mom and through that, realized a calling into helping others […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today’s guest is not only a full-time mama to three, working hard to homeschool, and create a beautiful life for those closest to her, but someone who uses her free time to walk into the highest stakes, and most vulnerable moments of a family’s life, sharing the one thing everyone is searching for: Peace. She isn’t just a homeschool teacher, or mother- She’s a doula; she is a guardian of the sacred space where life begins. After her own journey into motherhood, she jumped right in to being an amazing mom and through that, realized a calling into helping others […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today’s guest is not only a full-time mama to three, working hard to homeschool, and create a beautiful life for those closest to her, but someone who uses her free time to walk into the highest stakes, and most vulnerable moments of a family’s life, sharing the one thing everyone is searching for: Peace. She isn’t just a homeschool teacher, or mother- She’s a doula; she is a guardian of the sacred space where life begins. After her own journey into motherhood, she jumped right in to being an amazing mom and through that, realized a calling into helping others […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Magic in the Extra: A conversation with Carly Durham]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[We all know that true change requires more than just words, it requires action, advocacy, and a relentless drive to break down barriers. Today, I am honored to be joined by Carly Durham, a fierce advocate for disability rights, a nurse practitioner, and a parent dedicated to bridging the gaps in healthcare access and policy. In this episode, we’re unpacking what it takes to build a truly inclusive world, from the bedside to the classroom. Let’s dive in!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Main Character Energy: My interview with Jillian Reed]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[They say life is a book!  but while most people are just reading the pages. Jillian Reed is holding the pen and writing her own amazing story.  She is the founder of LIT Book Bar and is the very definition of Main Character Energy. Jillian didn’t just dream of a bookstore; she manifested a destination. When the world told her to ‘play it safe,’ she fought to save historic homes from being paved over. When they said, ‘print is a thing of the past,’ she opened the only independent bookstore in the city and added a cocktail bar just to keep things […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[They say life is a book!  but while most people are just reading the pages. Jillian Reed is holding the pen and writing her own amazing story.  She is the founder of LIT Book Bar and is the very definition of Main Character Energy. Jillian didn’t just dream of a bookstore; she manifested a destination. When the world told her to ‘play it safe,’ she fought to save historic homes from being paved over. When they said, ‘print is a thing of the past,’ she opened the only independent bookstore in the city and added a cocktail bar just to keep things […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Unspoken Dialog: Finding the Spark in Every Child with Andrea Sloan]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:33:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today we are diving into a world where words are more than just sounds, they are bridges. My guest is Andrea Sloan, a woman who has dedicated her career to being a voice for those finding theirs. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, she doesn’t just look at what a child is saying; she looks at what they are feeling and doing. She is the founder of Speech &amp; Behavior Solutions, an expert in the ‘why’ behind the ‘what,’ and a true advocate for the magic inside every child. In this amazing episode, we’re talking about her 15-year journey, the heart behind […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today we are diving into a world where words are more than just sounds, they are bridges. My guest is Andrea Sloan, a woman who has dedicated her career to being a voice for those finding theirs. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, she doesn’t just look at what a child is saying; she looks at what they are feeling and doing. She is the founder of Speech & Behavior Solutions, an expert in the ‘why’ behind the ‘what,’ and a true advocate for the magic inside every child. In this amazing episode, we’re talking about her 15-year journey, the heart behind […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today we are diving into a world where words are more than just sounds, they are bridges. My guest is Andrea Sloan, a woman who has dedicated her career to being a voice for those finding theirs. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, she doesn’t just look at what a child is saying; she looks at what they are feeling and doing. She is the founder of Speech &amp; Behavior Solutions, an expert in the ‘why’ behind the ‘what,’ and a true advocate for the magic inside every child. In this amazing episode, we’re talking about her 15-year journey, the heart behind […]]]>
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                    <![CDATA[From Side-gig to Celebration Empire - Laura Rosilez]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:50:30 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today, we are joined by a woman who truly believes that life is worth celebrating, and celebrating BIG. For nearly 20 years, she cultivated her craft as a ‘side gig’ while raising her family, but in 2022, she took the leap of faith to turn her dreams into a full-time reality. Today, she is the creative force behind Texas Party Box, where she brings luxury installations to life, and the founder of the She’s a 10 event series, a movement dedicated to empowering and connecting women. Check out her website and Instagram’s below.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, we are joined by a woman who truly believes that life is worth celebrating, and celebrating BIG. For nearly 20 years, she cultivated her craft as a ‘side gig’ while raising her family, but in 2022, she took the leap of faith to turn her dreams into a full-time reality. Today, she is the creative force behind Texas Party Box, where she brings luxury installations to life, and the founder of the She’s a 10 event series, a movement dedicated to empowering and connecting women. Check out her website and Instagram’s below.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[From Side-gig to Celebration Empire - Laura Rosilez]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today, we are joined by a woman who truly believes that life is worth celebrating, and celebrating BIG. For nearly 20 years, she cultivated her craft as a ‘side gig’ while raising her family, but in 2022, she took the leap of faith to turn her dreams into a full-time reality. Today, she is the creative force behind Texas Party Box, where she brings luxury installations to life, and the founder of the She’s a 10 event series, a movement dedicated to empowering and connecting women. Check out her website and Instagram’s below.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[My Genesis]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:25:35 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Shrinking is for sweaters.✨ Genesis Sais Quoi is your weekly reminder to be unapologetic, bold, resilient, and uniquely yourself. Join me as we celebrate the breakthroughs, navigate the hard times, and unlock the magical journey of self-discovery through story-telling and interviews. No more replaying the past; it’s time for your Genesis moment.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Shrinking is for sweaters.✨ Genesis Sais Quoi is your weekly reminder to be unapologetic, bold, resilient, and uniquely yourself. Join me as we celebrate the breakthroughs, navigate the hard times, and unlock the magical journey of self-discovery through story-telling and interviews. No more replaying the past; it’s time for your Genesis moment.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Shrinking is for sweaters.✨ Genesis Sais Quoi is your weekly reminder to be unapologetic, bold, resilient, and uniquely yourself. Join me as we celebrate the breakthroughs, navigate the hard times, and unlock the magical journey of self-discovery through story-telling and interviews. No more replaying the past; it’s time for your Genesis moment.]]>
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