The Extra Podcast

Creativity with a Capital a C with Melanie

We are back with some more extra stuff! In the next chapter of The Extra Podcast; Creativity in Ireland, Bethany traveled across the pond to continue her master's program in educational technology with MSU. In the first episode of this new journey, Bethany talks again with her sister Dr. Mel, about the idea of creativity. They discuss what creativity means to her, her creative process, how it has shaped and impacted her life, and of course a bit of extra stuff. Find Mel's Mountain Designs on Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/shop/MountainMelDesigns [https://www.etsy.com/shop/MountainMelDesigns] Follow Melanie on Instagram @mountainmeldesigns and @melkolrich Find The Extra Podcast on Instagram @the_extra_podcast Find The Extra Podcast on Twitter at @TheExtraPodcast

Topo Chico with Christopher Pedraza

In Episode 8 of The Extra Podcast, Bethany chats with acquaintance turned friend Christopher Pedraza, a friend of her brother and a struggling artist based in LA. They discuss everything extra from Johnny Depp, discovering they were neighbors in college, mineral water, and all types of relationships. Specifically, they dive into family relationships and how what you saw and experienced growing up, shapes your approach to current relationships, and how sometimes you have to take that step and trust someone. Don't worry, there are a few cliques thrown in there as well.  Find Christopher on Instagram @pedrazaphotographs and @qristafur. Plus check him out in Parallels during their West Coast tour at https://www.iloveparallels.com/ Find The Extra Podcast on Instagram @the_extra_podcast Find The Extra Podcast on Twitter at @TheExtraPodcast

UGJ with Charlie Jansen

On this episode of The Extra Podcast, Bethany is joined by another Teacher Creature and MSU Alumni, Charlie Jansen. The college friends and fellow teachers sat down and talked about their friendship; first impressions and things they are working on to strengthen their own personal relationships. Then a whole lot of extra stuff, including hitting on some hard topics when it comes to the women's roles in society, being open and honest with those in your life, and of course at least one cliche!  Find The Extra Podcast on Instagram @the_extra_podcast Find The Extra Podcast on Twitter at @TheExtraPodcast

The Vicious Circle with Hannah Lange

In this episode of the Extra Podcast, Bethany talks with her life-long best friend Hannah Lange about the vicious circle of life and having the resilience and faith in yourself to break through that cycle to something better. Plus, they chat extensively about a lot of extra stuff, including childhood memories and the backstories as to why they struggle with trust in relationships.  Find The Extra Podcast on Instagram @the_extra_podcast Find The Extra Podcast on Twitter at @TheExtraPodcast

Marrying The Rock and Jim Belushi with Sami Schmidt

This time on the Extra Podcast, Bethany speaks with a fellow Spartan and Teacher Creature, Sami, about the importance of having a strong relationship with yourself. As well as, the importance of pets, some random teaching stories, and marrying The Rock and Jim Belushi. Make sure to check out Sami's company, Mycelia Connect, where she teaches yoga and mindfulness to kids!  Follow her on Instagram @samanthajene and @myceliaconnect Find The Extra Podcast on Instagram @the_extra_podcast Find The Extra Podcast on Twitter at @TheExtraPodcast