In the Deep End

25. Pathways of the Soul: A Journey to Spirituality with Faith Streng, Past Life Healer

In this episode we interview Faith Streng. Faith is a third generation psychic healer. One of her main niches is Past Life Healing as well as manifestation coaching. Faith started her business using the healing energy of Reiki  with people and animals. Her business has since grown into a modern day spiritual oasis, including Akashic healing, chakra balancing, channeling and coaching into 1:1 Restorative Spirit Programming sessions. She also hosts a 4-week Cosmic Joy Club - Group Coaching with the purpose of clearing the blocks that are preventing you from aligning with your most abundant and joyful life. **PSA. Something got a little messed up with Tomas' audio but please bear with us, we are working towards fixing this in the future! This episode includes: * 00:15 Faith Streng Introduction * 01:40 What is a psychic? * 02:55 Past Life Healing/Akashic Records * 09:10 "Fears & Phobias due to Past Life Trauma" * 13:00 "Lets look at the body, spirit, & mind * 22:25 Struggling with transition & embracing where she was being guided to go * 29:10 Dealing with doubt * 33:05 What services Faith offers * 38:00 Cosmic Joy Club * 48:00 Lexee's experience working with Faith * 50:00 What is manifestation? Faith Answers * 1:07:55 "Intention is key" * 1:10:30 First steps for individuals new to the spiritual world * 1:14:00 Where you can fid Faith & the Cosmic Joy Connection Where to find Faith: IG: @faithstreng [https://www.instagram.com/faithstreng/?hl=en] TikTok: @faithstreng [https://www.tiktok.com/@faithstreng?lang=en] Website:faithstrenghealing.com [http://faithstrenghealing.com/] Where to find us: Tomas: - https://www.tomasvirgadulacoaching.com/ Lexee: - https://www.instagram.com/tarotbylexee/ - https://linktr.ee/tarotbylexee

24. Cultivating Creativity: Tannis Kowalchuk's Farming and Theater Fusion

In this episode we interview Tannis Kowalchuk. Tannis runs Willow Wisp Organic Farm with her partner Greg Swartz, a 25 acre farm located along the Delaware River in Damascus Pennsylvania. Tannis leads cut flower production, cooks crew farm lunch, and manages the social media accounts at Willow Wisp. In 2018, Tannis became the founding Artistic Director of Farm Arts Collective, an agri-cultural center based on the farm that provides public programs in theatre, agriculture, food, and ecology. Tannis is a professional theatre-maker and has created over 25 original productions including work with NACL Theatre and Primus Theatre. She has a weekly radio show, Ophelia’s Flowers on WJFF and sits on the board of Evergreen Garden in Monticello and Tusten Heritage Garden in Narrowsburg, NY. A solo performer as well, she is currently touring Decompositions, an original song filled, multimedia solo performance that digs into birth, death, farming, art, decay and transformation. Credit- https://www.willowwisporganic.com/about/ [https://www.willowwisporganic.com/about/] ******Tannis and the Farm Arts Collective will be performing their original piece this Saturday October 21st at Prospect Park, Brooklyn at 1:00pm. Find the cast by the Farmers Market in Grand Army Plaza to catch the show!!!***** This episode includes: * 00:30 Tannis Kowalchuk Introduction * 01:45 A young actor in Canada & NYC * 03:45 NYC Theatre Company 90s & early 2000s * 06:15 Organic Farming Movement * 10:00 What is Organic Farming? * 18:00 Willow Wisp Organic Farm * 19:25 25 Acre Farm along the Delaware River * 20:00 Farmers Markets: Union Square, Grand Army Plaza, Callicoon & Narrowsburg * 22:30 Birth of Farm Arts Collective * 26:00 Tannis' Mission "connecting theatre w/ food, farming ecology & to develop a community engagement practice around all these things" * 28:45 Decade long Climate Change Play Series * 32:30 Farmer Tannis on Sesame Street * 33:15 Donating to food pantries during the pandemic * 36:50 "Dream on the Farm" Climate Change Play Series * 48:00 Schedule of Activities and Offerings on the Farm * 50:20 Saturday October 21st at 1:00pm, Prelude Festival in Prospect Park! * 52:15 Tannis' Solo Show "Decompositions" * 53:00 Diagnosed w/ breast cancer * 59:20 Tannis' vision for the Farm & Theatre Company ******Tannis and the Farm Arts Collective will be performing their original piece this Saturday October 21st at Prospect Park, Brooklyn at 1:00pm. Find the cast by the Farmers Market in Grand Army Plaza to catch the show!!!***** Where to find Tannis: The Farm - https://www.willowwisporganic.com/ [https://www.willowwisporganic.com/] The Theatre Company - https://www.farmartscollective.org/ [https://www.farmartscollective.org/] Farmers Market Schedules: Union Square Greenmarket [http://www.grownyc.org/greenmarket/manhattan-union-square-w] Wednesdays, 8am to 6pm,  May-December Union Square, Manhattan ⁠Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket⁠ [http://www.grownyc.org/greenmarket/brooklyn-grand-army-plaza]⁠ [https://narrowsburgfarmersmarket.org/] Saturdays, 8am to 4pm, May-December Prospect Park West & Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn ⁠Narrowsburg Farmers’ Market [https://narrowsburgfarmersmarket.org/] Saturdays 10am to 1pm, May to October Behind The Narrowsburg Union [https://www.narrowsburgunion.com/], 7 Erie Ave, Narrowsburg, NY 12764 ⁠Callicoon Farmers’ Market [http://callicoonfarmersmarket.org/] Sundays 11am to 2pm, May to November Callicoon Creek Park, Callicoon, NY Where to find us: Tomas: - https://www.tomasvirgadulacoaching.com/ Lexee: - https://www.instagram.com/tarotbylexee/ - https://linktr.ee/tarotbylexee

23. A Decade of Entrepreneurship w/ Daniel Virgadaula: Founder of Exotic Crystals LLC

In this captivating episode, we're joined by Daniel Virgadaula, a 32-year-old entrepreneur and the Founder of Exotic Crystals LLC, an online retail store boasting over 30,000 Etsy and eBay sales. With a decade of business under his belt, Daniel has propelled his company to remarkable success, bolstered by a thriving social media presence with over 140,000 followers. With a hands-on approach, Daniel orchestrates all aspects of his business, from product acquisition to photography, stone cutting, social media management, shipping, and customer service. Our conversation unveils the fascinating journey behind Daniel's trajectory, from humble beginnings as a dishwasher and camp counselor to curating an impressive collection of precious gems and stones. Starting as a hobby on Instagram, Daniel's passion evolved into a full-fledged enterprise, marked by his unwavering dedication—quitting his job to invest 15-hour workdays and finding his Instagram account rapidly gaining momentum. We explore the ethos of "no Plan B" that propelled Daniel's commitment and resulted in over 30,000 sales and counting. Amidst challenges and triumphs, including the creation of an Etsy store adorned with a palette of vibrant colors and amassing nearly 10,000 five-star reviews, Daniel's authentic and customer-centric approach shines through. We delve into the artistry behind his photography, his meticulous attention to detail, and the disciplined rhythm of his daily routine. From a cross-country move to the evolution of his lapidary skills, Daniel's entrepreneurial odyssey showcases resilience and determination. He shares valuable insights into handling doubt, embracing rejection, and offers indispensable advice to young entrepreneurs. With an eye on the future, Daniel outlines his aspirations and the spirit of innovation that fuels Exotic Crystals. Join us as we explore the gems of wisdom from Daniel's journey, offering a wealth of inspiration for both budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike. Where to find Daniel and Exotic Crystals LLC: Website - exoticcrystals.etsy.com [https://www.etsy.com/shop/exoticcrystals/?etsrc=sdt] Instagram - @exoticcrystals [https://www.instagram.com/exoticcrystals/] What we cover in this episode: * 00:33 Daniel Virgadaula Introduction * 02:20 How Dad got into the Precious Gems & Stones Business * 07:30 Dishwasher & Camp Counselor, building his collection * 09:00 Starting an Instagram Account for fun * 09:30 Prospecting & Mineral Shows * 10:45 "Why not start buying & showing my collection" * 14:30 Quitting his job/working 15 hours a day on the business * 15:45 The Early Grind/Instagram Account blowing up * 20:10 "There is no Plan B" * 21:10 Over 30,000 Sales/Biggest Challenges * 22:30 Creating the Etsy Store * 24:05 "the store was a palate of colors" * 25:40 9,800 Five Star Reviews * 28:15 "Nothing on there is by accident" * 29:05 "I always wanted it to be how I would want it as a customer" * 30:22 "I've taken over 1 million photos" * 31:43 Simple 4 Step Schedule * 34:18 Moving to California & residing in Arizona * 41:15 How Dan decides what gets listed on the store * 43:00 10 Year Anniversary * 45:45 What's next for the business? * 46:00 Learning Lapidary over the past few years * 53:40 How to not quit? * 57:11 Why Dan doesn't run any sales on his store * 58:38 How to deal with doubt as an Entrepreneur * 1:00:27 Advice for a young Entrepreneur * 1:02:53 Why it's a great time to start a business Where to find Daniel and Exotic Crystals LLC: Website - ⁠exoticcrystals.etsy.com⁠ [https://www.etsy.com/shop/exoticcrystals/?etsrc=sdt] Instagram - ⁠@exoticcrystals⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/exoticcrystals/] Where to find us: Tomas: - https://www.tomasvirgadulacoaching.com/ Lexee: - https://www.instagram.com/tarotbylexee/ - https://linktr.ee/tarotbylexee

Summer Break & Updates!

In this episode Lexee and Tomas talk about how they are slowing down and some exciting changes coming to the podcast. Don't worry the podcast is not going anywhere! We want to have shorter more digestible episodes and get more feedback from all of you! What we cover in this episode: 00:35 Introduction 01:12 Q-Why we are slowing down? 06:30 Podcast Updates! Where to find us: Tomas: - https://www.tomasvirgadulacoaching.com/ Lexee: - https://www.instagram.com/tarotbylexee/ - https://linktr.ee/tarotbylexee

22. Lincoln Center to the Big Screen: Brenna Coates' Journey as a Performer

In this inspiring episode, we are joined by the talented Brenna Coates, as she takes us on a journey through her life as a performer. From her early aspirations to her experiences in NYC theatre, Brenna shares the story of her path to success. She recounts her role in "The Wolves," being part of the original cast and the incredible journey she undertook to secure the part. Ending in with a final run of shows at the famed Lincoln Center in NYC. Brenna opens up about her involvement in projects like "Zombie Town," starring Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd, as well as her collaboration with her father in "Neon Lights" now on Netflix. She highlights the unwavering support from her father, Kim Coates, her love for poetry, and her resilience in the face of rejection. Brenna's refreshing perspective on surrounding herself with people outside the industry and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset resonates throughout the episode. We delve into the advantages and disadvantages of having a famous actor as a dad and the pressures that she ultimately places on herself. Brenna's unwavering self-belief shines through as she shares her upcoming projects and her determination to never let anything bring her down. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with insights and inspiration as Brenna Coates shares her remarkable journey over ten years in the business. What we cover in this episode: 00:32 Brenna Coates Introduction 01:55 Q-Did you always want to be a performer? 03:55 Not pressured to be child actor by Actor Father 08:00 Starting out in NYC Theatre 09:25 "The Wolves" by Sarah DeLappe-Original Cast 13:10 Journey of getting the part 15:25 3 year run ending in Lincoln Center 16:45 Q-How do you navigate your career now? 18:45 "Zombie Town" starring Chevy Chase & Dan Aykroyd 21:55 "Neon Lights" on Netflix & working w/ her Dad 23:45 "My dad is my biggest fan" 27:30 Brenna's love of Poetry 35:07 Q-How do you deal with rejection? 37:58 "Surround myself w/ people that are not in this industry" 40:52 "Fake it 'till you make it" 42:50 Comparing ourselves to others 46:25 Advantages/Disadvantages of having a Famous Actor as a Dad 47:10 "The pressure only comes from myself" 48:10 "My dad is my mentor" 48:55 "I have never doubted myself...never thought that I wasn't going to do this & that I wasn't good" 49:00 "Nothing in my life is here to bring me down" 51:05 Upcoming projects for Brenna 52:05 Zombie Town in theatres September 1st!! Where to find Brenna: Credits - IMDb [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7823822/] Instagram - @brennxcoates [https://www.instagram.com/brennxcoates/?hl=en] Where to find us: Tomas: - https://www.tomasvirgadulacoaching.com/ Lexee: - https://www.instagram.com/tarotbylexee/ - https://linktr.ee/tarotbylexee