Unpack the Pursuit is a passion project organized by two hometown friends, Natalie and Molly. We’re here to have real talk about change and remind one another that we’re never truly alone. Tune in to our podcast, we post new episodes every…well, somewhat regularly.
This could be the start of something new or the end of something new. We'll have to wait and see. In this episode, Molly shares her favorite newsletter by Lauren Martin, tales of being a woman at work, and her friend Paige's favorite poem This Is Just To Say by William Carlos Williams.To learn more about the Wolf & Heron story hour, visit their website. Follow us on Instagram: @unpackthepursuit
Join UTP's Molly and transformational life coach Dr. Beth Warsof to unpack living in uncertainty and intuition in this 3-arc series! In Episode Three, Beth walks Molly through practices to connect to intuition and Molly gets clarity on a question of identity.How to get in touch with Dr. Beth Warsof: Website: www.bethwarsofcoaching.comInstagram: @drbethwarsofFollow us on Instagram: @unpackthepursuit
Join UTP's Molly and transformational life coach Dr. Beth Warsof to unpack living in uncertainty and intuition in this 3-arc series! In Episode Two, Molly and Beth get curious about what intuition is, how to listen for it, and how to amplify it as the guiding light in our lives.How to get in touch with Dr. Beth Warsof: Website: www.bethwarsofcoaching.com Instagram: @drbethwarsofFollow us on Instagram: @unpackthepursuit
UTP's Molly and transformational life coach Dr. Beth Warsof unpack living in uncertainty and intuition in a 3-arc series. In Episode One, Molly and Beth get curious about uncertainty, why uncertainty can feel so challenging, and how we can courageously step into uncertainty with our superpower of intuition.How to get in touch with Dr. Beth Warsof: Website: www.bethwarsofcoaching.comInstagram: @drbethwarsofFollow us on Instagram: @unpackthepursuit
Our new segment is called Quali-Tea Time because we're all about a good play on words. These short bits are going to be focused on our daily flow: what we're up to, how we're feeling, and getting vulnerable about the small day-to-day.Today, we're talking about mental health in the new year. We're just trying to stay afloat, you know? Jade talks about her struggles with anxiety and depression, and Molly asks about supporting friends in the best way possible. Hopefully, some of this resonates with you.We mention Amanda Gorman as well. If you haven't heard her inauguration poem, do yourself a favor.As always, please reach out if you'd like. We love connecting with y'all. Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @unpackthepursuit @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
In this episode, we catch up with Kemi. We had Kemi on the show back in July 2020, just as COVID-19 was taking over the world. We talked about building creative communities during these uncertain times. Kemi's back and she has some fabulous news to share. Her EP, For The Record, is dropping on January 29th!!! Buy tickets to her virtual EP Release show on Jan 29th: https://www.snrgshop.com/product/kemi-adegoroye-for-the-record-ep-release-showWatch "The Man Who Stole the Moon" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgzrfVKFPqE&feature=youtu.beFind Kemi by visiting her website, following her on Instagram, or listening to her music on Spotify. Do you have a story about building communities? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com. Say hello to us: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole
Our new segment is called Quali-Tea Time because we're all about a good play on words. These short bits are going to be focused on our daily flow: what we're up to, how we're feeling, and getting vulnerable about the small day-to-day.Today, we're honoring the holidays & new year with a little virtual celebration. Come hang and listen to us play a strange game called Celebrity Heights, talk holiday stress & gratitude, and reflect on our favorite episodes of 2020.As always, please reach out if you'd like. We love connecting with y'all. Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @unpackthepursuit @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
I'm sorry...did you say JON REILLY WALLS IS BACK? We sure did. What, you didn't listen to his episode on Vulnerability Through Art? Do yourself a favor, love. Listen to part one, and come back for part two. We'll be here.Jon & Molly chat about farting into the future, functional anxiety, dating during the pandemic, and more. #sipandlisten today with your favorite cup of Earl Grey. You can find Jon on Instagram.Want to come on the podcast? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com. Say hello on Instagram: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Today, we are talking about collegiate athletes and mental health with an old friend Kaitlyn Sowyrda. Natalie & I were classmates with Kaitlyn at Grafton High School in Massachusetts. Kaitlyn & I were captains on the same soccer team our senior year. It's been nearly a decade since the three of us have been in the same (virtual) room.Kaitlyn brings a unique perspective on her mental health journey, but one that she speaks to so well that anyone can relate (athlete or not). Check out this episode to learn more about her story.You can find Kaitlyn on Instagram.Want to come on the podcast? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Our new segment is called Quali-Tea Time, because we're all about a good play on words. These short bits are going to be focused on our daily flow: what we're up to, how we're feeling, and getting vulnerable about the small day-to-day.Today, we talk about The Social Dilemma documentary on Netflix. If you're looking for the Facebook statement we refer to, find it here.As always, please reach out if you'd like. We love connecting with y'all. Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Today, we are talking about vulnerability... from a man's perspective. Anthony came ready to leave it all on the line with us. He shares how the global pandemic created space for him to reflect on his past relationships in a way he hasn't allowed himself before. We really enjoyed this conversation, and think you will too. Want to come on the podcast? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Our new segment is called Quali-Tea Time, because we're all about a good play on words. These short bits are going to be focused on our daily flow: what we're up to, how we're feeling, and getting vulnerable about the small day-to-day.Today, Natalie and I celebrate RBG's life. We also share some vulnerable stories about how gender shows up in our careers + our everyday lives (like, on a boat when you're just tryna relax).As always, please reach out if you'd like. We love connecting with y'all. Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Today, we are talking about *voting* with Georgia Democrat field organizer Oliver Sandreuter. November 3rd is right around the corner (literally, three days), so here's your last-minute reminder. If you haven't voted yet, there's still time. If you don't think your vote matters, it DOES! And so do you. Tune in to hear Oliver talk about his experience working on the presidential campaign.If you want to reach out to Oliver you can find him on Instagram. Check out his blog www.curiocitynashville.com, and his book Bridging the Gap. Want to come on the podcast? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
For 20% off Alexandra's Brand Camp use code UNPACK20 at check out!Today, we are talking about career confidence with Alexandra Lawrence, founder of Digital Brand Stylist, an online course and personal development/coaching program where she helps clients understand how to brand themselves in this digital world. She teaches how to create a social media strategy, define their “why” and how to tap into their key selling point of what sets them apart from the rest of the crowd. If you want to learn more about Alexandra check out her website www.digitalbrandstylist.com or Instagram.Want to come on the podcast? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
WELCOME TO SEASON 2! A lot has changed since Season 1 -- we have a new team member (sup Jade?), we've had over 3K downloads, and we're starting a new segment. Our new segment is called Quali-Tea Time, because we're all about a good play on words. These short bits are going to be focused on our daily flow: what we're up to, how we're feeling, and getting vulnerable about the small day-to-day.Today, Natalie and I chat about decision paralysis, feeling "medium", and how that's impacting our mindset during a global pandemic.As always, please reach out if you'd like. We love connecting with y'all. Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Today, we are closing out Season 1 of Unpack The Pursuit by interviewing our very own co-host Molly Shunney (it's about time). Molly gets vulnerable with us about her experience with friend breakups and how her perception of these changing relationships has evolved over time. You can find Molly on LinkedIn or Instagram.Dealing with a friend breakup? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Today, we are talking about financial freedom with Evan Knox, founder of Caffeine Marketing. Evan has a hell of a story, but we focus on how he paid off over $100K in debt... really quickly. Y'all know on UTP we like to normalize things that people avoid talking about. Talking about money is weird, but it doesn't have to be. This is the start of a much larger conversation, and we're curious what you think.If you want to learn more about Evan check out his website evanknox.com, LinkedIn, or Instagram. Financial freedom got you feeling some type of way? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole, or send us a tweet on Twitter.
Today, we are sending our love to educators around the world. It's true that we have all been affected by this global pandemic in one way or another, but as school begins we can't help but feel for our teachers & caregivers. They are dealing with unprecedented times–trying to show up for their students while trying to keep everyone safe. It's a lot to ask. In today's episode, we have the privilege of hearing from seven educators: Liza Prestileo Trombley, Brianna Laughlin, Jackie Dziadosz, Savannah Staley, Jamie Baier, Anthony Sandoval, and Dr. Mia Moody-Ramirez. An endless thank you to you all.Are you an educator? How are you showing up at school this year? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, or say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole.
Ahhhh!!! Jade Fails. Our marketing maven. Our teammate. Our friend & soul sister. Today, we’re diving into Jade's story, which focuses on gifting yourself grace. Jade gets vulnerable with us about her existence as a Black woman–she opens up about her struggle with anxiety and healing from an abusive relationship. Being vulnerable is hard. Being vulnerable on a podcast is, in our opinion, harder. Thank you, Jade, for showing up and helping others by leading your narrative. Find Jade on Instagram @jadecole or Twitter @jadefails. Do you have a story about gifting yourself grace or storytelling? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, or say hello to us: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole.
We’re diving into Andrew Coconato's adventurous hitchhiking story (plus much more). Andrew Coconato, formally known as Coco, is a curator of good vibes. His life purpose is to be a positive space for love, connection, and self-expression. He wears multiple hats as a director, choreographer, producer, and performer. Everything from flash mobs, short films, and music videos, Coco tells his life story through the characters and worlds that he creates. Today, Coco will share with us his most recent creation, Polaroid Pete.Find Andrew on Instagram @flaamigo, @twistedoakfilms, and @bobsdanceshop. Do you have a story about entrepreneurship or storytelling? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, or say hello to us: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole.
Today we’re talking about the power of influential storytelling, and how a knack for storytelling led two entrepreneurs to carve a path of influence. We’re going to unpack this with Stephanie Judd, an experienced speaker, facilitator, and coach who specializes in the tools and skills of influence. She and her partner, Kara Davidson, founded Wolf & Heron on the belief that with a bit of intentionality, anyone can lead through inspiration and convene powerfully. Find Stephanie on LinkedIn, find Kara on LinkedIn, and sign up for their awesome storytelling events. Do you have a story about entrepreneurship or storytelling? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com, or say hello to us: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole.
In this episode, we talk building creative communities during the COVID-19 era with Kemi Adegoroye, co-founder of Alveo Creative. Tune in to hear Kemi's experience as both a creative and businesswoman. We don't know how she does it all, but she does. You'll leave feeling inspired to tackle your next creative project or entrepreneurial pursuit. Find Kemi by visiting her website, following her on Instagram, or listening to her music on Spotify. Do you have a story about building communities? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com. Say hello to us: @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki & @jadecole
In this episode, we talk about the importance of writing your own script with Alexandra Muir. Alexandra is the founder of her own boutique marketing agency, one that focuses on authentic storytelling. Tune in to hear Alexandra's unique experience as an entrepreneur, breaking free from a conservative cult and the limitations set before her in academia and corporate America. Do you have a story about entrepreneurship or change? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com. Say hello to us: @lifeofoscarwao and @natalieonacki.
In this episode, we ask some of our friends what they've been up to during quarantine. We started the hashtag @WhileIWasQuarantined and we want to hear from you, too. Thanks to all of our friends who participated and made this episode great. Send us an email unpackthepursuit@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @unpackthepursuit. Say hello to us on Instagram: @lifeofoscarwao and @natalieonacki.
In this episode, we talk about making a case for optimism when it comes to COVID-19. Tune in to hear to hear what we're thinking and feeling. We started the hashtag @WhileIWasQuarantined and we want to hear from you. What have you been up to? Send us an email unpackthepursuit@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @unpackthepursuit. Say hello to us: @lifeofoscarwao and @natalieonacki.
In this episode, we talk about entrepreneurship with Emelia Castro (sound familiar? Yes, we talked about entrepreneurship with Lisa Santacroce, too). Emelia is the founder of Freak-i$h, a one of a kind, sustainable clothing line for the one of a kind freaks. Tune in to hear Emelia's experience as an entrepreneur, dropping out of college and diving off the deep end to live a life that makes her happy. To learn more about Emelia, find her @emeliadcastro. Do you have a story about entrepreneurship or change? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com. Say hello to us: @lifeofoscarwao and @natalieonacki.
In today's episode, we talk with Cynthia Krantz, founder of Mezzo Creative and mother of two, about burnout as a feminist issue. Our conversation is a continuation of professional freedom, an episode we published with Savannah Staley a few weeks ago. We highly recommend it. Listen to The Ezra Klein Show episode we reference here. For more information about Mezzo, check out the website www.mezzocreative.com. Say hi to us: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki. Share your story with us by filling out this form. If you like what you heard today, do us a solid and rate us on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate you.
On today's episode, we talk about the importance of celebrating the past year, while looking ahead and setting goals for the future. We want to have an intentional new year. Tune in to hear more. Say hi to us: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki. Share your story with us by filling out this form. If you like what you heard today, do us a solid and rate us on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate you.
Jeanet Perez is a queer Chicana jack of all trades yoga teacher breathwork coach who aspires to create space for people exploring their identity. In today's episode, Jeanet tells a story about finding identity in a world that boxes us in. You can reach out to Jeanet on Instagram at @creativealchemistco. Say hi to us: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki. Share your story with us by filling out this form. If you like what you heard today, do us a solid and rate us on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate you.
Today on Unpack The Pursuit, Molly sits down with teacher and friend, Savannah Staley, to explore what it means to feel freedom at work. We talk about the relationship between our careers and identity, how it's okay for a job to just be a job, and the new (and totally unofficial) 80/20 rule. Join us for the ride. Say hi to us: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki. Share your story with us by filling out this form. If you like what you heard today, do us a solid and rate us on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate you.
Today on Unpack The Pursuit, Molly and Natalie talk about the article The Busy Trap by Tim Kreider. Do you ever get anxious or feel guilty when you aren't doing something productive? Do you fill your schedule because you don't want to be alone? Do you get a kick out of telling people you are "so fucking busy"? We unpack some of these questions in a brief chat. Come for the ride (but also, read the article). Say hi to us: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki. Share your story with us by filling out this form. If you like what you heard today, do us a solid and rate us on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate you.
Today on Unpack The Pursuit, we sit down with Jon Walls and talk about expressing vulnerability through art, among other things. We talk about the process of getting to love, the importance of embracing the valley of despair, and how to have intentional patience for growth. Jon shares his recent experience with drag and what it feels like to embody self-love. It's a real journey. Come with. Say hi to Jon: @jonreillywalls. Say hi to us: @unpackthepursuit, @lifeofoscarwao, @natalieonacki. Watch Gestalt fuck shit up: BLACKOUT. Share your story with us by filling out this form. If you like what you heard today, do us a solid and rate us on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate you.
Yes, we used Selena's new banger as the episode title. Natalie is a co-host of Unpack The Pursuit and is sharing her own transition story with us today. We are asking you to share your vulnerability with us, so we think it's important to live out that truth as well. How to reach Natalie: @natalieonacki. Do you have a story about change? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com.
Little things done consistently over time equals the best results. Today on Unpack The Pursuit, we're talking with Megan Sherer, a holistic nutritionist and wellness expert. She drops some WISDOM in this episode, and we hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Tune in to learn about how Megan helps her clients make lifestyle changes that last. How to reach Megan: www.empowered-bodies.com, Instagram: @megansherer, Podcast: Life In Yoga Pants. Do you have a story about change? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com.
No matter what path you're on, be intentional about it. College is awesome. But, it doesn't last forever. This week on Unpack The Pursuit, we're talking about just a handful of possibilities that await you after graduation. We'll cover gap years, negotiating your first salary, and how to stay focused if you're continuing your education. Do you have a story about post-grad or change in general? Email us. unpackthepursuit.com. Check out our blog post about Episode 02.
In this episode, we talk about entrepreneurship with Lisa Santacroce. She is the founder of any + all, a service for entrepreneurs and creatives who need help getting shit done. Tune in to hear Lisa's experience as an entrepreneur, diving into unknown spaces and building her confidence. To learn more about Lisa and her services: www.anyandall.xyz, Instagram: @any__and__all. Do you have a story about entrepreneurship or change? Email us: unpackthepursuit@gmail.com.
Welcome to our new podcast, Unpack The Pursuit, where we have real talk about change. We aren't experts. We just like talking about our feels. In this episode, we talk about The Cycle of Change, which was developed by psychologists Don Kelley and Daryl Conner. We use the modified version from The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington because "The Valley of Despair" is more dramatic than "Hopeful Realism". And we like drama. Tune in to hear more about the five emotional stages that most people go through during voluntary change. Do you have a story about change? Email us. unpackthepursuit@gmail.com. Check out our blog post about Episode 01.
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