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Authenticity Matters Episode Archive – 2022

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December 2022: Family Dynamics

December is a time for giving thanks, and also a time for family connection (whether in person or distanced!). This month Jen’s guest was her sister, Julie Hahlbohm. In this remastered and reproduced interview with Julie, they talked about family dynamics and authenticity. Julie has done a lot of inner work to find her authentic self. She has found an authentic path to connection through her hobbies and interests. Julie shared her struggle for balance and provides tips for staying on track to your goals.

December Show

November 2022: GVC Business POD Showcase, Part II

GVC POD participant A. D. Simmons talked to Jen about her business, Aligned Lifestyle Concierge

GVC POD participant participant Tammy Bux talked to Jen about her business, Radiance Wellbeing

GVC POD participant Esperanza Hernandez talked to Jen about her business, Uno Mas Bartending

GVC POD participant Kei Kitchen met with Jen at the KXRW studio to discuss his business, NFSleeves

Jen’s was excited to present Part 2 of the two-part series on business development featuring new businesses in the Vancouver Washington area.

These four businesses have participated in the Greater Vancouver Chamber’s Business POD, or Pathways to Opportunities and Development, a program designed to help entrepreneurs interested in starting their own businesses get a head start on everything they need to do to thrive.

Learn more about each of the featured businesses at:

A.D. Simmons: Aligned Lifestyle Concierge https://www.alignedlifestyleconcierge.com/

Esperanza Hernandez: Una Mas Bartending — IG: una_mas_bartending

Kei Kitchen: NFSleeves — https://www.nfsleeves.com/

Tammy Bux: Radiance Wellbeing — Radiancewellbeing.biz

Learn more about the GVC Business POD for small business owners and entrepreneurs: https://www.vancouverusa.com/business-owners/businesspod/

November Show

October 2022: GVC Business POD Showcase, Part 1

GVC POD participant Carson McDonagh visits the KXRW studio

GVC POD participants Cory Brown and Angelina Positeri discuss their business, HardCor Exteriors

GVC POD participant Rachel Jenkins discussed her business, Ally Concierge at the KXRW Studio

GVC POD participants Shayna Brazier and Robert Williams discuss their business, RelaxPNW, with Jen Coyne

In Part I of the two-part series on business development, Jen was delighted to feature four new businesses in the Vancouver Washington area. These four businesses have participated in the Greater Vancouver Chamber’s Business POD, or Pathways to Opportunities and Development, a program designed to help entrepreneurs interested in starting their own businesses get a head start on everything they need to do to thrive. Learn more about each of the featured businesses at: Carson McDonagh — EquiBridge Shayna Brazier & Robert Williams — RelaxPNW — www.relaxpnw.com Cory Brown & Angelina Positeri — HardCor Exteriors — https://hardcorexteriorsllc.godaddysites.com/; Instagram hardcor_exteriors Rachel Jenkins — Ally Concierge — https://www.allyconcierge.com/ Learn more about the GVC Business POD for small business owners and entrepreneurs: https://www.vancouverusa.com/business-owners/businesspod/

October Show

September 2022: Being Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable

Kelliana Cole answers questions on Authenticity Matters

My guest for September was Kelliana Cole. Kelliana is a marketing and branding expert, as well as a life coach collaborating with others to discover purpose, meaning, and authenticity. She persisted through a life altering amputation at the age of 12, and shared the lessons she learns daily about fitting it, standing out, navigating difficulties, and living life to the fullest. You can learn more about Kelliana at revere.one and on instagram @ohkelliana

September Show

August 2022: In Costume, Still Authentic

Diana Kilpatrick and Host Jen Coyne outside the KXRW Studio

This month’s guest was local business owner Diana Kirkpatrick, owner of Center Stage Clothiers on Main Street in Vancouver Washington. Jen and Diana talked about her path from corporate life to finding her passion as a costume designer and entrepreneur. We also address the question…if you wear different costumes and play different characters, how do you retain your authenticity?

Find out more about Center Stage Clothiers at www.centerstageclothiers.com

August Show

July 2022: Human Flourishing

Guest Cal Stevens with his wife, Nancy

July 2022 was a special treat for Jen as her guest this month was her dear friend and mentor Cal Stevens. Cal recently retired from being a faculty member at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where he was a professor of Organizational development, management, leadership, and Human Resources in the Orfalea College of Business. Prior to that, Cal had several career endeavors, all focused on helping humans flourish in their lives.

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July Show

May 2022: Public Joy Creation

Host Jennifer Coyne and May guest, Mike Bennett

My guest this month is a gift to the community: artist, illustrator, and educator Mike Bennett. Mike and his fellow travelers create engaging, educational, and fun experiences accessible to everyone. Follow along and check out his creations at www.mikebennettart.com Information about Dinolandia can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/MikeBennettArt/photos/a.1809514469191022/2245120942297037

May Show

April 2022: True Imagination

April guest Rebecka Ratcliffe and host Jennifer Coyne

This month we went on a journey into the mind and imagination of Rebecka Ratcliffe. Rebecka is a fantasy fiction writer and author of books and serial fiction for people of all ages. You can follow Rebecka on Instagram @rebeckaratcliffe You can access all of her work, including her latest, “The Only One Laughing” at https://linktr.ee/rebeckaratcliffe Her children’s books and The Tiny Giant are available at Amazon and local independent booksellers. Signed copies and educator discounts are available at www.littlevoicespublishing.com

April Show

March 2022: Psychedelics & Mental Health

March guest, Harry Dudley

This month my guest was psychologist, meditation educator, and member of the Psychedelic Support Network Harry Dudley. We discussed the latest psychedelic legislation in the Pacific Northwest, how psychedelics work, and how they may assist in mental wellness and finding your authentic path. More information about psychedelic integration in mental health programs can be found here: Guest Harry Dudley: https://vancouverbehavioralhealthandwellness.com Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS): https://maps.org James Fadiman (psychedelic schedules): https://sites.google.com/view/microdosingpsychedelics/home

March Show

January 2022: Authentic Architecture

January 2022 Guest Dan Bramske

It’s a new year but the only thing that’s changing at Authenticity Matters is a new guest, and this month it’s Dan Bramske. Dan is an architect who owns Bramske Studio Architecture. Dan discussed with Jen being authentic as a person, as a businessman, and as an architect – where you help others create a space that reflects their authentic style. Learn more about Bramske Studio Architecture at www.Bramske.com