Fire and Earth Podcast
281 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsPractical advice and keys to unlocking your potential in life and business hosted by Dr. Kathy Gruver and Jason Mefford. Real, raw, and unscripted.
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What Did You Want to Be When You Grew Up?
May 19, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes - 385 MB VideoToday we discuss what we were like as children and how those older dreams and ideas helped to shape the people that we became. We all may not have become exactly what we thought we would, but regardless of that outcome, there are probably many ways in which those experiences shaped you just as it had us. Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth179/
Active Listening and Asking Powerful Questions with Corey Blake
May 12, 2022 09:30 - 28 minutes - 1.1 GB VideoWhen people talk, do you actively listen without judgement? Are you asking questions because you are curious? We are excited to have Corey Blake back with us to discuss how those two things can really make a huge difference in your relationships and your own growth. As with all #fireandearthpodcast episodes we go some places you might not be expecting: pain creates growth, how sometimes the questions we ask are judgmental and how to phrase it differently so others feel psychologically safe ...
What Makes a Good Friend?
May 05, 2022 09:30 - 14 minutes - 356 MB VideoIn today's episode we discuss the best qualities and traits that make for a good friend. We have a lot of acquaintances in life, but the friends that we have are the people that surpass that level in our social lives. So who are these friends, and what makes them different from the other people in our lives? Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth177/
The Value of Knowing the Whole Story
April 28, 2022 09:14 - 19 minutes - 575 MB VideoHave you ever had a situation where something made you mad immediately after hearing about it, when only moments later after some explanation you ended up changing your mind about it? Well you're not alone! Back story can be just as (if not more) important than the current information you are being presented with, and in today's episode we're going to discuss it's importance! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth176/
Why Are You Sick, Fat and Tired with Dr. Pat Boulogne
April 21, 2022 08:10 - 29 minutes - 1.28 GB VideoToday we have Dr. Pat Boulogne on the show to talk with us about some additions to her book: "Why Are You Sick, Fat and Tired?", and to discuss with us why she came out of retirement to continue helping other people improve their lives. With a background in chiropractic medicine, lifestyle medicine, rehabilitation, nutrition and functional medicine, Dr. Pat can shed quite a lot of light on why you may be feeling less energetic or less happy and help you build toward a much healthier lifest...
Sometimes You Just Need a Little Break Before You Burnout
April 14, 2022 07:58 - 18 minutes - 408 MB VideoHave you ever found yourself feeling as if you're constantly busy, and despite this continuing to say yes to opportunities where maybe you should be saying no? Well sometimes a lot of us can ascribe our own self worth or importance to how busy we are. In today's episode we discuss how it can be very easy to overwork ourselves, and discuss the importance of taking time for yourself. Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth174/
The Great Resignation with Dennis Ford
April 07, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 1.43 GB VideoIn 2021 50 MILLION people left their jobs under their own volition. One of the largest movements of employees in the history of the U.S. With 87% of the U.S. workforce claiming that they are unengaged and unhappy with their work situation, it is no surprise that we have seen so many resignations over the course of the last year. In today's episode we meet with Dennis Ford to learn about why these people are leaving, and what may need to change in order to improve our working situations in th...
F&E Encore: Playing and Having Fun
March 31, 2022 09:30 - 15 minutes - 327 MB VideoWith adult responsibilities, bills to pay, jobs to commute to and children to raise, sometimes we forget to have fun and actually PLAY! Today's episode will be about getting in touch with a very under-nurtured ego state: the child! So lets relax and grow together as we get in touch with our inner child. Listen in at: https://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth136/
Coaching is Way Different than Therapy
March 24, 2022 09:30 - 26 minutes - 615 MB VideoWith a lot of our talk lately being about therapy as well as coaching, we wanted to swing back and cover the difference between the two. Either service is a great investment, but it is certainly important to know what each option will bring to you. If you are on the fence between which service is for you, give this episode a listen! https://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth171/
F&E Encore: Saboteurs and Challenges
March 17, 2022 07:38 - 23 minutes - 461 MB VideoFeel like life's got you down? Feel like every day you have to overcome #challenges or outside influences sabotaging your day? Well this episode is just for you! In today's #fireandearthpodcast "Saboteurs and Challenges" Kathy and Jason will discuss how to get the best of life's issues, how to ignore any self negativity , and how to become an improved version of yourself. Listen in at: https://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth96/
F&E Encore: Making Life Less Complicated
March 10, 2022 10:30 - 26 minutes - 690 MB VideoI'm sure you may find it easy to agree with us when we say that life can be quite complicated. However you may not wish to accept that a lot of these complications may be coming from yourself! In today's episode, Kathy and I will take the time to discuss various ways to help reduce stress and to make your day to day life much easier! Listen in at: https://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth157/
Interior Design Tips with Megan Warren
March 03, 2022 10:07 - 27 minutes - 1.23 GB VideoA lot of positive energy can come from the layout and details of the home you live in. Interior designers specialize in making a house a home and today we have one of these specialists here to speak with us! In today's episode we meet with Megan Warren, who is here to discuss the ins and outs of interior design, why she loves it, as well as the story of how she got to where she is! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth168/ Learn more and connect with Megan at: https://w...
Be Your Own Hero with Corey Blake
February 24, 2022 10:30 - 33 minutes - 1.83 GB VideoWe all love a good hero's journey story... in fact the movies and books you love are typically based on this story type, and who doesn't love a good hero. You may be afraid to share your authentic story from your heart because you are scared your vulnerability will lead to judgement. But, what if vulnerability is sexy and the only way to connect with others. You are probably afraid they will step back when they see the real you, but what usually happens is people lean in and love you more. ...
F&E Encore: Lessons from the Worst Speaker Ever
February 17, 2022 10:30 - 27 minutes - 681 MB VideoSometimes learning what NOT to do, can really help people improve in certain facets of their lives. When it comes to public speaking, learning what doesn't work can definitely be helpful. From "verbal masturbation", to not knowing your own subject matter, or just being a boring presenter, this episode will dive into the various public speaking pitfalls that YOU can avoid! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth135/
You Don’t Lose Weight Jumping to Conclusions
February 10, 2022 09:32 - 26 minutes - 655 MB VideoOur most popular new years resolution won't get solved by jumping to conclusions. Not only that... Nothing will get solved by jumping to conclusions! Often times we become so invested in our first impressions of a situation, we never stop and think about what else could be going on. In today's episode we discuss being curious and considering all the other options in a given situation. give it a listen to learn more! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth165/
You’re Confusing What is Happening in Your Brain with Reality
February 03, 2022 09:42 - 20 minutes - 450 MB VideoBelieve it or not, our brains aren't exactly the best tools for relaying a proper picture of reality to us. Often times our brain can paint our perspective of reality with other circumstances that color things in a certain way. Instances like this could be positive... or detrimental. Tune in to learn more! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth164/
Life is Not a Transaction with Ally Edwards
January 27, 2022 10:30 - 27 minutes - 1.05 GB VideoFor any real estate aficionados, this episode is for you! Today we have Ally Edwards on the show to discuss her career change to real estate agent and how to find a good realtor. It is known that most people don't use the same real estate agent on consecutive home purchases/sales. A lot of that is entirely due to people not fostering good relationships. Whether you are a realtor, or any other business professional, fostering relationships with your clients are incredibly important and c...
It’s A Practice, Not a Perfect with Holly Duckworth
January 20, 2022 10:30 - 29 minutes - 1.11 GB VideoToday we are being visited by Holly Duckworth to discuss bringing mindfulness into the workplace. Holly has been dedicated to making mindfulness a much more accepted practice in the world of business, along with promoting a message of being the "you, you know". Reach out to Holly on LinkedIn and at: holly duckworth.com Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth162/
Getting to Know Your Alter-Ego Manager
January 13, 2022 10:54 - 30 minutes - 797 MB VideoIn today's episode we are going to re-visit our ego states. However today is going to be a little more in depth and specific. We are going to do a deep dive into the "manager state". Our inner managers basically keep our lives on track. From waking up in the morning, to handling critical tasks at hand, the manager state keeps the wheels turning so to speak. Let's sit down and get to know who it is that manages ourselves! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth161/
Change the World by Focusing on Relationships
January 06, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 618 MB VideoDespite wherever you're trying to go in life, believe it or not, cultivating healthy relationships are one of the most important factors in achieving your goals. Hearing this may have you thinking that in order to build relationships you need to focus on other people. However this couldn't be further from the truth. A lot of the time it comes down to us, in that we choose who to be around. The way we attract others comes from within, and in today's episode we discuss how you can put yourse...
Fire and Earth Encore: How to Deal with COVID PTSD
December 30, 2021 13:40 - 30 minutes - 591 MB VideoWith a lot of uncertainty about how long quarantine will be while lacking the ability to personally interact with other people, travel for a vacation, or attend public events a lot of people are having stress build up while not being able to de-stress in the old ways that we have been able to. On top of that in today's age of social media in a politically fractured nation we have been prolonging and potentiating our trauma associated with the covid lockdown. In today's episode we discuss...
Encore: Feed Your Brain the Good Stuff
December 23, 2021 10:01 - 21 minutes - 537 MB VideoWe are taught to feed our bodies good things: fresh, clean, lean and green... and avoid junk food and poison. We spend time and effort exercising and eating healthy, but often overlook what we feed our soul and brain. What we feed our brain is arguably more important than what we feed our body. If we consume negative thoughts, we get negative feelings. If we consume positive thoughts, we get positive feeling. Learn how to change your thoughts, and change your life. Listen in at: https://...
Making Life Less Complicated
December 16, 2021 11:01 - 26 minutes - 690 MB VideoI'm sure you may find it easy to agree with us when we say that life can be quite complicated. However you may not wish to accept that a lot of these complications may be coming from yourself! In today's episode, Kathy and I will take the time to discuss various ways to help reduce stress and to make your day to day life much easier! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Challenges are Gifts and Resilience with Hannibal
December 09, 2021 10:30 - 31 minutes - 1.42 GB VideoWho's to say what is good or bad? We have all been through a great number of challenges in life, and a lot of these challenges may not necessarily be bad things for you or I. Today we have one of our favorite guests back on the show to discuss with us how our challenges can be great sources of personal growth and improvement. "you don't always get what you want, you might just get what you need" -Hannibal quoting The Rolling Stones Connect with Hannibal on social media with the handle @...
Encore: The Energy of Money
December 02, 2021 10:21 - 32 minutes - 564 MB VideoSomething that affects everyone, in one way or another is money. Today we discuss why certain people are having problems breaking through certain monetary thresholds, how much money is "enough" money, and what kinds of energy surrounds money. Since the universe loves numbers, naturally our currency can be affected by what kind of energy we are putting out from ourselves. Learn how to break through your money barriers in this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode. Listen in at: https://ww...
Encore: Saboteurs and Challenges
November 25, 2021 10:30 - 23 minutes - 461 MB VideoFeel like life's got you down? Feel like every day you have to overcome #challenges or outside influences sabotaging your day? Well this episode is just for you! In today's #fireandearthpodcast "Saboteurs and Challenges" Kathy and Jason will discuss how to get the best of life's issues, how to ignore any self negativity , and how to become an improved version of yourself. Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Encore: Using More Senses in Our Visualizations
November 18, 2021 11:04 - 27 minutes - 472 MB VideoIn this #fireandearthpodcast episode we dig into how using more of our senses when visualizing can make all the difference. Many people have some difficulty visualizing... i.e. closing your eyes but just seeing blackness. Instead of just trying to visualize pictures, image what it would feel like, smell like, and sound like to help activate more of your senses. Get ready to complete an exercise during the podcast to help you in identifying without judgement to aid in your mindful practices ...
Animal Communicating with Heike Adam
November 11, 2021 10:30 - 32 minutes - 1.52 GB VideoBelieve it or not even animals can be quite talkative. Now it may not be with words, however there is a way to be able to communicate with our animal friends that our guest today can shine some light upon. Heike Adam is a professional animal communicator who has joined the podcast today to share her story with us. Learn more about Heike at: https://heikeadam.de/ and connect with her on Instagram @eichhoernchenblog To get Heike's help with your pet: https://heikeadam.de/animal-communicat...
Encore: Lessons from the Worst Speaker Ever
November 04, 2021 09:30 - 27 minutes - 681 MB VideoSometimes learning what NOT to do, can really help people improve in certain facets of their lives. When it comes to public speaking, learning what doesn't work can definitely be helpful. From "verbal masturbation", to not knowing your own subject matter, or just being a boring presenter, this episode will dive into the various public speaking pitfalls that YOU can avoid! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Encore: Leadership is an Inside Out Game
October 28, 2021 09:30 - 21 minutes - 457 MB VideoHave you ever worked for a horrible boss? If you are a boss, how do you know that YOU aren't the horrible boss? In todays F&E episode we discuss the changes in work mentality and how leadership should change in order to promote a better working environment. So lets leave the old broken model of corporate leadership behind and start adopting better leadership styles that promote a better work culture. Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth131
Social Selling Essentials with Phil Gerbyshak
October 21, 2021 11:20 - 36 minutes - 1.68 GB VideoLooking to make money? Well today may be a helpful episode! Today we have Phil Gerbyshak on the show to discuss the release of his new book "Social Selling Essentials" along with telling us about how to market our products and services better online. Social selling is all about being in service to someone, that someone being the customer. When people see that your product isn't just a means to extract money from others but an actual honest service they will be much more inclined to buy in...
Making Audiences Happy All the Way to Cirque du Soleil with Ryan Schneider
October 14, 2021 09:30 - 33 minutes - 770 MB VideoAs fans of the show you know that we have discussed trapeze before, but today is going to be a little bit different. This episode of the #fireandearthpodcast brings in an actual circus and trapeze professional! Ryan Schneider will discuss with us his story of how he made it to become a Cirque du Soleil performer along with his discovery of how entertaining audiences has become a fulfilling aspect of his life. Connect with Ryan on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok as ryansacrobat, and catch him...
Fire & Earth Encore: Responding Instead of Reacting
September 30, 2021 09:30 - 12 minutes - 277 MB VideoIn today's episode we will have a conversation about the importance of Reacting vs. Responding. Sometimes a reaction is unavoidable, however if you have the opportunity to slooooooooow doooooooooown, just take a few moments and choose to respond. Just a few seconds is all it takes to reduce your stress greatly! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth133/
Encore: Responding Instead of Reacting
September 30, 2021 09:30 - 12 minutes - 277 MB VideoIn today's episode we will have a conversation about the importance of Reacting vs. Responding. Sometimes a reaction is unavoidable, however if you have the opportunity to slooooooooow doooooooooown, just take a few moments and choose to respond. Just a few seconds is all it takes to reduce your stress greatly! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth133/
Encore: Tapping into Ego States with Mike Mandel
September 23, 2021 09:30 - 28 minutes - 1.4 GB VideoHave you ever wondered why you show up as different people on different days? The reason relates to the various ego states that simultaneously are present within each of us. The problem is when the "librarian" show up when we are giving a speech and we need the "entertainer" to show up instead. In this episode we discuss how to "tap" into the right ego state (when you listen to the episode you'll see why that is so punny ;) We discuss ego state therapy and how you can get the right ego to s...
Fire & Earth Encore: Tapping into Ego States with Mike Mandel
September 23, 2021 09:30 - 28 minutes - 1.4 GB VideoHave you ever wondered why you show up as different people on different days? The reason relates to the various ego states that simultaneously are present within each of us. The problem is when the "librarian" show up when we are giving a speech and we need the "entertainer" to show up instead. In this episode we discuss how to "tap" into the right ego state (when you listen to the episode you'll see why that is so punny ;) We discuss ego state therapy and how you can get the right ego to s...
E145 Stop Resistance to Change #2
September 16, 2021 09:30 - 30 minutes - 829 MB VideoStill resistant to change? Well strap in for the second and final episode, where we wrap up our change averse discussion. Lets dive into the last set of reasons for resisting change, and lets uncover how we can overcome these hinderances to improve our own lives! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth145
Stop Resistance to Change #1
September 09, 2021 09:30 - 27 minutes - 792 MB VideoIf you are like most, you may feel like it can be difficult to make certain changes in your life. Now granted these could be due to reasons such as being stubborn or just plain lazy, but what other reasons are there for not changing certain habits? Lets dive into these reasons for resisting change, and lets uncover how we can overcome these hinderances to improve our own lives! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth144
Embracing Your Quirks, Kinks and Fetishes with Miss Lila Sage
September 02, 2021 09:30 - 34 minutes - 1.23 GB VideoWe all have our little quirks, kinks, and fetishes. Instead of embracing and exploring them, most people live in guilt and shame thinking they can't express their true self. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk with Miss Lila Sage, who people describe as a confident woman who inspires others to create according to their soul’s purpose. A French word sums up her abilities; she is an Inspiratrice. She transforms play into sacred expression, weaving spirituality and sensual...
Success Habits #3
August 26, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 551 MB VideoWhat makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it's the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk about three more of those habits. So listen in to learn how you can start practicing these habits in your life to unlock your limitless potential. And since this is a series, you will want to listen to all three succ...
Success Habits #2
August 19, 2021 10:30 - 23 minutes - 684 MB VideoWhat makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it's the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk about two more of those habits. So listen in to learn how you can start practicing these habits in your life to unlock your limitless potential. And since this is a series, you will want to listen to all three succes...
Success Habits #1
August 12, 2021 09:30 - 26 minutes - 795 MB VideoWhat makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it's the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk about two of those habits. So listen in to learn how you can start practicing these habits in your life to unlock your limitless potential. And since this is a series, you will want to listen to all three success hab...
Trapeze is a Parallel for Life
August 05, 2021 09:30 - 23 minutes - 732 MB VideoToday is going to be a high flying episode of Fire & Earth! If you didn't know, Kathy is actually a trapeze artist, and today we will be discussing the life lessons that can be learned through trapeze. Whether it's trapeze or something else, there is always a lot to learn about life and yourself when you do something that scares the shit out of you! So take a listen to our episode and then get out there and do some living! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
How to Be a Guest of Radio and Podcasts
July 29, 2021 09:30 - 23 minutes - 479 MB VideoBeing a guest on radio shows and podcasts are wonderful ways of raising awareness of your product along with building a strong follower base, but sometimes just showing up on a show isn't as simple as it sounds! When showing up to a radio show or podcast, or even pitching yourself to a content creator for the opportunity to be a guest, there are things that you should do to prepare yourself beforehand in order to set yourself up for success! So tune in to today's episode and start seeing w...
F&E Encore: The Energy of Money
July 22, 2021 09:30 - 32 minutes - 564 MB VideoSomething that affects everyone, in one way or another is money. Today we discuss why certain people are having problems breaking through certain monetary thresholds, how much money is "enough" money, and what kinds of energy surrounds money. Since the universe loves numbers, naturally our currency can be affected by what kind of energy we are putting out from ourselves. Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Playing and Having Fun
July 15, 2021 09:30 - 15 minutes - 327 MB VideoWith adult responsibilities, bills to pay, jobs to commute to and children to raise, sometimes we forget to have fun and actually PLAY! Today's episode will be about getting in touch with a very under-nurtured ego state: the child! So lets relax and grow together as we get in touch with our inner child. Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Lessons From the Worst Speaker Ever
July 08, 2021 09:31 - 27 minutes - 681 MB VideoSometimes learning what NOT to do, can really help people improve in certain facets of their lives. When it comes to public speaking, learning what doesn't work can definitely be helpful. From "verbal masturbation", to not knowing your own subject matter, or just being a boring presenter, this episode will dive into the various public speaking pitfalls that YOU can avoid! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Getting a Good Night Sleep
July 01, 2021 09:30 - 23 minutes - 466 MB VideoOne thing that most of us never get enough of is... SLEEP! Sleep is very important to our health and wellbeing, but why are we not getting enough of it? In today's episode we discuss the importance of sleep and how we can sleep better and longer. So grab your pillow and blanket and listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Responding Instead of Reacting
June 24, 2021 09:30 - 12 minutes - 277 MB VideoIn today's episode we will have a conversation about the importance of Reacting vs. Responding. Sometimes a reaction is unavoidable, however if you have the opportunity to slooooooooow doooooooooown, just take a few moments and choose to respond. Just a few seconds is all it takes to reduce your stress greatly! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/
Encore: The Same Old Song and Dance, My Friend
June 17, 2021 09:30 - 19 minutes - 364 MB VideoDo you ever feel like you keep repeating the same things over, and over, and over again? You know repeating the same things over, and over, and over again? In this episode we discuss how many of us find ourself in habits that are no longer serving us, how to recognize this, and some ways to break those old bad habits down at the identity level, so we stop making the same mistakes over, and over again. We also discuss what to do when we see others doing this, and how we can help. The Fire a...