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Coffee Talks with Roddy

145 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings

Welcome y'all! I'm so excited you're here!! I'm a Creative Entrepreneur & Conscious Relationship Mentor who loves to inspire people to live outside the box and unleash their inner power so they can discover their authentic self and create the magical life & relationships they were always meant to experience. Coffee Talks w/ Roddy invites Entrepreneurs, Empaths & Spiritual Seekers to dive deeper into our human experience through uncensored REAL TALK, storytelling, life hacks and tools to empower you to be your magical self:)

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Coffee Talk with Krista Ripma: AUTHENTIC LIVING & BUSINESS

October 22, 2020 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

Authentic living comes easy for some, but is a struggle for most. Over the last 5 years I have been on my own journey to connect to my authentic self because I was tired of trying to live for everyone else. It was a challenge for me to find my truth & create a business that felt in FULL ALIGNMENT with who I am. Well, with a shit ton of inner work &  perseverance like a motherf*cker- I've been SUCCESSFUL in creating a life & business that is fully & truly authentically me. And guess what?...

TOXIC & NARCISSIST RELATIONSHIP HEALING

October 15, 2020 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

So many of you have reached out about your toxic relationships with narcissists & really struggling with how to heal & restore after it's over. Believe me when I say, I too have struggled with this same thing after I got the courage to walk away from a five year toxic & abusive relationship. And holy shit, I was MISERABLE. And lonely. I thought I needed to HURRY up & heal so I could hop into the NEXT relationship. I had NO clue how to cope, how to heal or even how to just exist with my...

Coffee Talk with Jessica Smith: EMOTIONAL FREEDOM

October 08, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

Listen up, when it comes to creating a healthy & balanced relationship with your body,  first thing is to ELIMINATE the habits that are no longer serving you! We all have our own healing journey in life & for those of us that have really struggled with our bodies & our relationship with food, know the STRUGGLE IS REAL! And in all of my learning & healing & growing, what I'm VERY clear on is that it is NEVER really about the food. It is always something deeper.  A deeper part of yourself...

EMPATHS & NARCISSISTS: Real Talk About What REALLY Happens Behind Closed Doors

October 01, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

One of the most common relationships I observe empaths being drawn to is with narcissists. Empaths have a natural attraction to narcissists because empaths have a ton of compassion & understanding to give, while narcissists love to be worshipped & adored. Although these relationships can have a lot of amazing aspects to them, they often times leave the empath crying on the bathroom floor & wondering how in the hell did they get there. If you have been in this type of relationship, are cu...

Coffee Talk with Jennifer Blair: The TRUE You Reimagined

September 24, 2020 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

Authenticity is better than perfection... This is a lesson I have learned on my self love journey. As a recovering perfectionist, learning to step into my life from a place that feels good & fits me perfectly, is WAY MORE EMPOWERING than trying to show up & be perfect for others. And way less exhausting... On my quest to find my most authentic self, I have connected with amazing women who have also been on a mission to create something similar in their lives. A life that is NOT perfect &...

Signs of High Sensitivity: Awareness Gives You Power!

September 17, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

Did you know that Sensitives & Empaths GET to move through the world differently?    We live in a world, however, where most of us have felt like more of a burden, instead of a gift with our sensitivities & deep emotional intelligence. Which causes us to play small & dim our light so that we don't ROCK THE F*CKING BOAT & create even more suffering for ourselves or god forbid- others! ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! I am on a mission to bring awareness to Sensitives & Empaths & SHOW you what it actuall...

Hypnotherapy with Karina Sweet

September 10, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

When I think of hypnotherapy my mind instantly goes to the scene with the hypnotherapist from that movie, Get Out. Have you seen it? I won't spoil it, but I will tell you it was horrifying!!! And my opinion of hypnotherapy has been shaped by years of watching people act like fools under hypnosis or saying that it doesn't really work. Needless to say, I've dismissed the power of hypnotherapy for pretty much most of my life. So what did I do when I was approached by a hypnotherapist as ...

Coffee Talk with Tanya Richardson: SELF CARE FOR EMPATHS & SENSITIVES

September 03, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Are you highly sensitive? Do you pick up on others emotions? Do you struggle to control your emotions in challenging or overwhelming situations? You are not alone my friend!! Roughly 20% of the population is highly sensitive & 5% are Empaths. It is something you're born with:) Empaths & Highly Sensitives (HSP) are people who are naturally wired to be more sensitive to the emotions around them.  They really feel the emotions of another person as if they are experiencing it for themsel...

ENERGY EMPOWERMENT: Harnessing Your Masculine & Feminine Energy to Optimize Your Life.

August 27, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

When you are an Empath or a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) it is vital to be very mindful of where your energy & resources are directed.  It's also important to create boundaries that support you & in order to do that, the first step is bringing AWARENESS to the energy you are tapped into.  Energy awareness is essential for Empaths & HSPs because your energy gets drained so quickly & gets misdirected towards people, thoughts & situations that you can't control.  Knowing how to harness you...

Coffee Talk with Victoria Plekenpol: OWN YOUR LIFE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES

August 20, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

Do you want to raise your energy & be happier?  It's time to take responsibility for your shit & own your life WITHOUT boundaries! Today's guest, Victoria Plekenpol, shares her secrets of how she owns her life on her terms without any boundaries. She is a Functional Medicine Coach, Certified Aromatherapist & Blue Diamond Leader for dōTERRA. She has over 30 years of experience in learning how to create sustainable joy & health while getting paid for her passions.  Victoria contributes her ...

HOW TO CREATE A HEART CENTERED BUSINESS

August 13, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

I have believed from a very young age that we all have something brilliant to share with the world.   Your journey to discover your soul's purpose looks different from everyone else. THANK GOODNESS!!  Some connect to their purpose early on & some don't discover their magic until much much later in life. Regardless of when you wake up to your purpose, knowing that you have one can have a MASSIVE impact on how you approach your life & business. As a creative entrepreneur, I deeply desire to...

Coffee Talk with Yamilca Rodriguez: BE THE QUEEN OF YOUR BRAND

August 06, 2020 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

As an entrepreneur I am ALWAYS down to learn how to simply & efficiently create a business with purpose, positive impact & true alignment. My guest today, Yamilca Rodriguez, is a TEDx Speaker, Brand Strategist & Business Consultant. She is an innovative and creative design-thinker who helps businesses & entrepreneurs tackle experience-focused, human-centered, strategic vision challenges & discover their brand transformation. GAME CHANGER! Basically she gets you CRYSTAL CLEAR on how you wan...

THERAPY & COACHING: How They Coexist To Support You On Your Self Love Journey

July 30, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

I'm a HUGE fan of being intentional about your healing journey & creating a life that supports you & what you're trying to create.  Part of my work as a Coach is to bring awareness to you about the power of coaching & how it supports you. A question I hear a lot is What's the difference between coaching & therapy? Coaching & therapy can both play a significant role in your healing journey, depending on what you need. The goal for both is to help you address your behavior patterns, beliefs...

Coffee Talk with Karen Meade: Organize Your Life, CHAOS TO CALM

July 23, 2020 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

One thing you may not know about me is that I LOVE to organize! I'm a total nerd about it too:) At one point, I seriously considered starting my own professional organizing company. But as fate would have it, I followed my heart & I'm exactly where I need to be in my coaching business & growing my podcast. Thankfully I get the opportunity to connect with many different types of people & today's guest allows me to explore the world of professional organizing. Not only do I get to nerd out ...

EXPLORING NUMEROLOGY: Connection to Your Higher Self

July 16, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Did you know that the Universe communicates with you through numbers?  Have you been seeing repetitive number sequences lately? 222, 444, 888, 11:11?? What comes to mind when you see these numbers? You may be thinking, "Absolutely nothing Roddy! Why would I even think twice about that?" Or maybe you're curious why you keep seeing the same number over and over again? Well, today is your day! We are exploring all things numbers! Numerology is the belief in the divine or mystical relationsh...

Coffee Talk with Kelly Dawn: WITCHY BUSINESS

July 09, 2020 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

When I started my podcast in December 2019, I had a list of people I wanted to interview on my show. I had a vision of connecting with the humans that inspire me along my spiritual development journey.  Today's guest is EXTRA special because she is the one who INSPIRED me to start my podcast!  I had no idea how I would make it all happen, but having someone show me WHAT'S POSSIBLE, was enough to get me to take action & overcome my fear of being seen. My guest, Kelly Dawn, is a Witch & In...

LIFE INTERRUPTED: Mercury Retrograde EXPLAINED

July 02, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Things are not always as they seem! Lately I've witnessed people's frustrations & heightened emotional state with everything that is going on in our world energetically.  This completely makes sense to me & I totally understand how easy it is for life to feel overwhelming & so uncertain right now!  In this chaos, there is an invitation to open yourself up to the OTHER possibilities at play, possibilities you may not see, but can feel.  For example, we are currently in a Mercury Retrograde...

Coffee Talk with Tam Luc: A PERFECT DAY

June 25, 2020 14:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

I fully believe we attract our tribe the more we connect to our authentic self & soul's purpose. Once we are in alignment with ourselves, we become a magnetic force that draws in other like minded souls. My guest today, Tam Luc, is one of those souls that I feel very connected to! Tam's message is to empower women to focus on their journey, find their voice, share their story & connect to a strong community that has their back. She is the CEO Delucslife Media, the Founder of Women With Vi...

The REAL Love Story: SURVIVING TO THRIVING

June 18, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

"How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you." - Rupi Kaur. When I was brainstorming for this weeks podcast episode, I felt called to share my epic love story with you. I LOVE love & have always wanted my life to play out like a romantic movie. Ridiculous I know, but true:) As I was tuning into the message I wanted to share, I felt this nudge to go deeper. To be brave & share the REAL love story... See, I believe that storytelling is the greatest connector between our soul...

Coffee Talk with Amber Romaniuk: BODY FREEDOM

June 11, 2020 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

It's no secret I love to connect with inspiring people who have taken huge risks in their lives & are courageous in sharing their journey with us. Storytelling is a powerful way to learn & grow from one others experiences. It's also how we stay connected & practice compassion & empathy. Today's guest, Amber Romaniuk, is an Emotional, Digestive & Hormone Expert who helps women gain BODY FREEDOM. She is the host of The No Sugar Coating Podcast & is passionate about sharing her knowledge & lif...

EMPATH SERIES #3: SAFE & WELCOMING HOME

May 28, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

What an honor to be apart of your journey & hear your stories. So many beautiful Empaths in my life! Before we move forward, IF you haven't listened to the first two episodes of this series GO LISTEN NOW! #22- ARE YOU AN EMPATH? #23- 3 KEY FACTORS TO A BULLETPROOF MINDSET Today is the FINAL part in this Empath Series & we are talking about how to create a SAFE HAVEN that feels magical to you. And WHY it's important to be intentional about your space & what surrounds you. My intention f...

EMPATH SERIES #2: THREE KEY FACTORS TO A BULLETPROOF MINDSET

May 21, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Before we dive into this weeks episode, if you haven't listened to last week- STOP- and go listen! This is where you get the foundation & language for what it truly means to be an Empath in this world & how to navigate like a badass! I often hear Empath's struggle to get a handle on their emotions. How do you actually CONTROL your emotions & not freak out when life throws chaos & uncertainty your way? Good question! One answer I've have searching high & low for.. And I've discovered there ...

EMPATH SERIES #1: ARE YOU AN EMPATH?

May 14, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Knowing whether or not you are an Empath will have a MASSIVE impact on how you navigate your internal & external worlds. As an Empath you need to know HOW you are processing the emotions you absorb from other people. You have special gifts that need attention and care. In order to use your gifts the way intended, you must first UNDERSTAND how you are wired & the BEST ways to cultivate & connect to your Authentic Self. Today I give you some context around what it means to be an Empath, bri...

Coffee Talk with Astrotwin Tali Edut: Astrology's Role During Pandemic & Invaluable Tips to Thrive

May 07, 2020 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

What the heck does Astrology have to do with COVID-19? You might be surprised by the answer! Today my soul sister, Tali Edut from the Astrotwins, shares some MIND BLOWING insight surrounding COVID and how to find the MAGIC during all this madness. There were definitely a few questions I was burning to have answered during our Coffee Talk! Maybe you're curious too!? -Do the stars REALLY have an impact on what happens on Earth? -Did experts know this was going to happen? -What astrologic...

SELF SABOTAGE: How to Overcome Your Biggest Enemy

April 30, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

The first thing to OVERCOMING anything in your life is through AWARENESS. This past week I experienced an expansive awakening that gave me deeper understanding of why things keep derailing in my life & business. The NUMBER ONE thing that stops people from fulfilling their dreams is SELF SABOTAGE.  Self sabotage take us out of the game BEFORE we even start playing it. You could be SO clear, invested time & money and ready to make things happen in your life, BUT if you don't know how to pull ...

Coffee Talk with Taj Savitri: Conscious Connections

April 23, 2020 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

I had the honor of sitting down with Modern Medicine Woman, Taj Savitri, for this weeks Coffee Talk and we soon realized we are more similar than we thought! Join us as we peel back the veil and connect over spiritual resiliency, facing fears and how to expand into the fullest expression of ourselves.  Feels so good to connect with another soul-aligned human who gets it! Taj is a spiritual leader who guides awakened women through feminine liberation, creating alignment in their lives & expa...

PURPOSEFUL LIVING: How to Find Your Purpose & Live in Alignment

April 16, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Have you been searching to find your purpose? Do you feel bored, stuck or frustrated because you think everyone else has it figured out and you feel left behind? You're not alone! I've been on the "search" for more than half my life and in today's episode I share with you my journey to FINDING MY PURPOSE and creating a life that is FULLY ALIGNED.  You will learn the 3 KEY things that will support you along your journey to connecting to your purpose.  And understanding that the reason for wh...

Coffee Talk with Lindsay Shack: THE RESILIENT EMPATH

April 09, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 39.1 MB

"Sometimes the WORST thing that happens TO you, is the BEST thing that happens FOR you!" Wise words from Holistic Health Coach, Lindsay Shack.  Lindsay joins me for our Coffee Talk to dive deeper into where her wisdom comes from. She shares with us her healing journey and just how she was able to overcome her biggest fears. After leaving a marriage, going through 3 miscarriages and finding peace & health with her body, Lindsay's resilience is INSPIRING! Lindsay is passionate about helping ...

5 Ways to Overcome Your Current Circumstance

April 02, 2020 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

Alright y'all!!  You are stronger than you realize and even in the midst of chaos, you have power.  I wanted to offer you some tangible ways that you can establish calm and clarity while in overwhelm and uncertainty. In today's episode I give you the 5 Ways to Overcome Your Current Circumstance so that you can have power as you move through uncharted territories. Tune in today as we explore methods that will support you through life's transitions. -Reflection -Feel & Release  -Imagine/Visu...

Coffee Talk with Michelle Scheidler: Navigating Relationships

March 26, 2020 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

My soul sister, Miche, is in town and we are talking all things relationships! Over our 20 year friendship we have navigated so many different experiences with dating and relationships. We've held space for one another to explore all the things relationships bring to the table, especially what we learn about ourselves.  Join us today for uncensored girl talk on heartache, dating, marriage, sex, expectations, shifting perspectives, soul contracts and how toxicity can actually serve you in re...

Thriving in Uncertainty: Intuitive Guidance, Grieving Tools & Energy Healing

March 19, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Our world is experiencing a MASSIVE AWAKENING and it is causing so much pain, discomfort and loss for those of us that have been greatly effected by this Pandemic. Some of us have been hit harder, but my gut tells me it's going to have an effect on every single person. It is a GLOBAL SHIFT that doesn't discriminate against age, race, gender, political view, status, religion, etc.  This year, 2020 is one of BLINDING CLARITY. In order to access this level of clarity we need to be JOLTED or PR...

Coffee Talk with Kacia Fitzgerald: Courageous Living

March 12, 2020 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

What is meant to be will always find its way. Kacia and I did not meet by mistake! Through a serendipitous coffee experience we were brought together to connect over becoming authentically ourselves and how to live courageously. Get ready for a boost of energy, life hacks that work and a peek into what's possible when you listen to your gut. Kacia is whipping up magic in her world and is passionate about creating a COLLECTIVE of badass souls who are here to learn, grow and elevate together...

Clarity of Heart: What it took to risk it all and live courageously

March 05, 2020 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

There comes a time in everyone's life when they experience blinding clarity and are forced to make a decision. If you have experienced this clarity, then you know there is a moment when you ask, "Do I cower and hide OR is this the moment that I face my shit and hopefully create new beginnings?" Join me in today's episode as I share what it actually took to risk it all and step into the unknown. I don't regret a moment of this journey, but damn do I wish I knew then what I know now! My hope ...

Coffee Talk with Chloe Elgar: Shifting Perspectives

February 27, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

Shifting your perspective with Psychic, Chloe Elgar.  What a gift to be in conversation with a loving soul that brings another perspective to the table with curiosity, non-judgement and lifetimes of wisdom.  Join us today to elevate your energy through seeing possibilities from another vantage point.  Curious to dive deeper into your own spiritual awakening? Chloe offers sessions that will create a safe space for you to connect to your soul's journey.    Connect with Chloe:) INSTAGRAM Co...

Healthy Detachment- does it exist?

February 20, 2020 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

Learning to detach from suffocating circumstances without disconnecting from yourself. Tune in to today's Coffee Talk episode IF you are... -dealing with burnout and breakdowns -needing tools around boundaries and healthy detachment -learning to heal drama in your life Enjoy y'all! Connect with Roddy... Want to become my Patron or learn more about my MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP that I offer exclusively through PATREON??? CLICK HERE If you love Coffee Talks w/ Roddy, help spread the word by rati...

Coffee Talk with Travis Wals: Burnout to Bliss

February 13, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

Join us today as we witness Travis' path to peace, how he overcame burnout and what he's creating for others so that they can experience freedom in their lives. If you are experiencing burnout, anxiety, depression, stress... Then this episode will give you some BASIC tools to help you on your path to healing and freedom. Want to stay connected to Travis? Want to learn more about Burnout Recovery & Stress Management? Click HERE Connect with Roddy... Want to become my Patron or learn mo...

Grounding tools that MASSIVELY impact your daily experience

February 06, 2020 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Anxiety comes from what you're telling yourself about a situation. When you ground yourself, it helps you relax into a place of calmness and security. From this place you have more power over your situation and can move through it the way you want to. Today's episode is all about grounding tools and techniques that will support you in times of transition, anxiety, depression or just life in general! Connect with Roddy... Want to become my Patron or learn more about my MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP t...

Coffee Talk with Andy Garbers- Coming Home to Your Authentic Self.

January 30, 2020 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Join my life long friend, Andy Garbers, for real conversation about what it really looks like to live an authentic life, the work we get to do around becoming yourself and how we are all here to elevate one another.  The work is WORTH IT y'all! And... Want to become my Patron or learn more about my MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP that I offer exclusively through PATREON??? CLICK HERE If you love Coffee Talks w/ Roddy, help spread the word by rating and reviewing on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite pla...

Learning how to PRACTICALLY manifest will RADICALLY transform your daily life

January 23, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Learning how to manifest things into your life takes practice and awareness. Join me in today's episode to learn HOW TO PRACTICALLY MANIFEST everything you want in your life- from your relationship, home and career to simply making life easier by bringing things to you in an effortless way. If this sounds too good to be true, then I promise you from experience, this practice teaches you how to attract the life you want because YOU are deserving of all the abundance and joy that's waiting for...

Coffee Talk with Intuitive Tanya Richardson

January 16, 2020 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

You're not going to want to miss this episode with Tanya Richardson! She's a Professional Intuitive, Spiritual Author and one of my favorite people to sit down with for a coffee talk.  Join us for uncensored REAL TALK about how to connect to your intuition, receive guidance from your angels and journey with us as we explore the spiritual world and how we are all connected. Want to book a reading with Tanya? Read one of her amazing books? Want access to all her fantastic and helpful content ...

7 Steps to Living Your Most Authentic Self

January 09, 2020 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

Tune in to learn the 7 steps to connecting to your most Authentic Self. Connect with Roddy... Want to become my Patron or learn more about my MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP that I offer exclusively through PATREON??? CLICK HERE If you love Coffee Talks w/ Roddy, help spread the word by rating and reviewing on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite platform).  The more positive reviews, the easier it is for new people to find me.  And a true & genuine thanks to those who already have! Connect with me on IN...

Authenticity is Power

January 02, 2020 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

In this episode we dive into what it really looks like to step into your most authentic self and learning that YOU are the only one holding the key to unlock your most powerful and fulfilling life! Connect with Roddy... Want to become my Patron or learn more about my MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP that I offer exclusively through PATREON??? CLICK HERE If you love Coffee Talks w/ Roddy, help spread the word by rating and reviewing on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite platform).  The more positive revie...

7 Levels of Energy

December 30, 2019 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

In today's episode you'll learn how you can use your energy to work FOR you in any situation. Understanding how you consciously show up can transform the way you experience your life and those in it. The power is always within, the key is learning how to unlock it. Tune in to gain insights into how the 7 levels of energy can set you up for success in your relationships, work and overall fulfillment in life. Want to learn more and stay connected? Click HERE Join my free Facebook group HERE ...

Unlock your most POWERFUL life through ENERGY awareness!

December 30, 2019 22:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

In today's episode you'll learn how you can use your energy to work FOR you in any situation. Understanding how you consciously show up can transform the way you experience your life and those in it. The power is always within, the key is learning how to unlock it. Tune in to gain insights into how the 7 levels of energy can set you up for success in your relationships, work and overall fulfillment in life. And... Want to become my Patron or learn more about my MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP that I of...

Hi y'all, I'm Roddy:)

December 30, 2019 22:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

This is my first episode y'all! I'm really pumped you're here because I truly believe we are all connected and there is magic in all of us. Today I'm sharing a little bit about WHO I am and WHY I'm passionate about coffee talks, soul-aligned living and coming home to your most authentic self:) Enjoy! And... Want to become my Patron or learn more about my MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP that I offer exclusively through PATREON??? CLICK HERE If you love Coffee Talks w/ Roddy, help spread the word by rat...