Inside the Writer’s Mind: Discipline, Creativity & the Writing Process (with Mike Smith)

Ethics of Photography: Documentary Family Storytelling, Consent & Protecting Children Online (with Sara Stanković)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/fan_mail/new] What does it really mean to capture someone’s life through a lens? In this episode, we sit down with photographer Sara Stanković to explore the deeper questions behind photography — from the difference between documentary and lifestyle photography to the responsibility that comes with telling someone else’s story. Our conversation moves beyond the surface as we discuss consent, especially when it comes to children, and the importance of protecting privacy in an age where everything can be shared. Drawing from Sara & Lex’s backgrounds working with CSEC and trafficked persons, we reflect on how those experiences have shaped our perspectives on image-making, ethics, and human dignity. In this dialogue, we also explore the role of the artist in society — how creatives have historically challenged cultural norms and how that tension shows up in today’s world. Join us for a thoughtful and nuanced conversation about storytelling, responsibility, and what it means to create with care. Guest Links: www.sarastankovic.com [https://www.sarastankovic.com] www.instagram.com/sara_stankovic_photo [https://www.instagram.com/sara_stankovic_photo] Recommended Resources: Consent Parenting https://www.consentparenting.com/ [https://www.consentparenting.com/] https://www.instagram.com/consentparenting/ [https://www.instagram.com/consentparenting/] Helps parents go from unprepared and anxious to informed and confident so they can dramatically reduce the risk of abuse. RAINN  https://rainn.org/ [https://rainn.org/] The National Sexual Assault Hotline, RAINN’s mission is to stop sexual violence. AMAZE  https://amaze.org/parents/ [https://amaze.org/parents/] AMAZE produces animated videos to provide young people answers to know about puberty, sex, their bodies, and healthy relationships. Educate to Empower  https://e2epublishing.info/ [https://e2epublishing.info/] Specialize in children's books and resources that address critical topics such as Body Safety and Consent Me too https://metoomvmt.org/ [https://metoomvmt.org/] A global social movement against sexual abuse, harassment, and assault, empowering survivors. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children https://www.missingkids.org/home [https://www.missingkids.org/home] The National Center for Missing & Exploited children is the largest US child protection organization. A great kids book on the topic of body safety: I said "No" by Kimberly King Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/support] Brought to you by: Visitor Records http://www.visitorrecords.co [http://www.visitorrecords.co]

Building a Meaningful Year: Goals in Health, Finances, Spirituality, Relationships, & Personal Growth

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/fan_mail/new] In this episode, we return to the conversation that started it all. After reflecting on the resolutions we shared in our very first episode, we revisit what goal-setting has meant to us over the past year and begin imagining what comes next. Together, we explore potential goals for 2026 across several areas of life — including health and fitness, finances, emotional wellbeing, spirituality, relationships, career, and personal growth. Lex dives deep into the spiritual and relational side, while Kati introduces the idea of expanding our imagination as a powerful tool for leveling up. Join us for a thoughtful conversation about reflection, possibility, and how we might approach the year ahead with both intention and curiosity. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/support] Brought to you by: Visitor Records http://www.visitorrecords.co [http://www.visitorrecords.co]

Healthy Escapism: Permission to Step Away (Why We Sometimes Need to Step Away from Life)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/fan_mail/new] As the year winds down, many of us feel the weight of burnout, grief, and the emotional toll of the world’s noise. In this episode, Thanks for Visiting hosts Lex & Kati explore the role of healthy escapism — the small, intentional pauses that let our minds breathe and our bodies reset. They talk about why stepping away isn’t avoidance, but nourishment, and how gentle escapes can help us return to life with clarity, steadiness, and a fuller heart. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/support] Brought to you by: Visitor Records http://www.visitorrecords.co [http://www.visitorrecords.co]

Inside the Writer’s Mind: Discipline, Creativity & the Writing Process (with Mike Smith)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/fan_mail/new] What does it really take to be a good writer? In this episode, we sit down with author, screenwriter, and celebrity roast writer Mike Smith to talk about creativity, discipline, and what writing really requires. Mike shares his honest take: most of writing isn’t magic — it’s about showing up and writing. Listen in as Mike shares stories from his fascinating writing journey and as we explore personality types, inner monologues, and how deep self-awareness can shape both our anxiety and our art. Join us for a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about the discipline, mindset, and curiosity behind great writing. https://www.mikesmithwriter.com/ [https://www.mikesmithwriter.com/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/support] Brought to you by: Visitor Records http://www.visitorrecords.co [http://www.visitorrecords.co]

Releasing the Debt: What Forgiveness Really Means (with Sandra Casciato)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/fan_mail/new] What does it really mean to forgive— and what doesn’t it mean? In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with my mom to explore the true meaning of forgiveness. We talk about the idea of taking account of the emotional debt owed to us, how forgiveness doesn’t mean condoning harm or forgetting, and how it can be a powerful act of emotional freedom. Whether you’re navigating the pain of past wounds or learning to let go, this episode invites you to rethink forgiveness—not as a weakness, but as a deeply courageous act of liberation. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445184/support] Brought to you by: Visitor Records http://www.visitorrecords.co [http://www.visitorrecords.co]