Intentional & Unconventional
36 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 87 ratingsWelcome to the “Intentional and Unconventional” Podcast, where we’ll be interviewing and diving deep into the mindsets and raw personal experiences of people living unconventional lives with purpose and fulfillment. Join me, Garrett Brill, as I travel the world to connect with the humans who’ve broken through societal norms to live life on their terms. Together, we’ll learn through their stories and unique perspectives to gain valuable insights on how to live with more alignment and enjoyment. We will explore the important topics of finding your purpose, enhancing creativity, mindfulness, manifestation, travel, art, health, wealth, and gratitude. Let’s go on this journey together. No more playing it safe! Vibe, subscribe, and connect with your tribe! Follow the journey on Instagram @g__link
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#035 The Connection to Our Wholeness is the Connection to Our Power with Ashleigh Sergeant
May 19, 2020 10:00 - 55 minutes - 26 MBAshleigh Sergeant has held the roles of Global Yoga Trainer for Adidas, Head of Yoga Content for Gaia.com, and Director of Yoga & Movement for Envision Festival. She's also the Co-Founder of Experience Alaya, an online global community focused on supporting others in meaningful connection. These are all things that she has done, but in this episode, Ashleigh will remind us that it’s not all about what we achieve- it’s understanding that we are perfect, whole & complete, exactly as we are.
#034 This Too Shall Pass: Life Lessons, Creativity, & One Continuous Line with Daniel Dugan
May 05, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutes - 23.1 MBDaniel’s art is a meditative expression of “one continuous line” that never breaks, never crosses, and, for him, represents the flow of life. In this episode, we’ll hear how this line, (which Daniel has been drawing since he was 10 years old), has taught him that everything in life has a beginning and an end; that we cannot control our path; but rather surrender to it— to trust that everything in life is happening for our greatest good.
#033 Life By Design: Community, Permaculture, and Redesigning Our World with Stephen Brooks
April 21, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBStephen Brooks is the Founder of Punta Mona, an off-grid permaculture farm and educational retreat center, the co-founder of Envision Festival, and the founder of two eco villages (La Ecovilla and Alegria Village). In this episode, we’ll hear about Stephen’s upbringing, where he discovered true community, the intention behind the way he designs his life, and how he went from the suburbs of Florida to living off-the-grid in the jungles of Costa Rica. www.intentionalandunconventional.com
#32 Thoughts from Quarantine with Sarafeen
April 07, 2020 10:30 - 31 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this epsiode, I'm sitting down with my partner Sarafina, and we're checking in on some of the things that have been coming up for us during this interesting time of "social distancing" and quarantining due to COVID-19. We share some insight into what we've been learning through this process and what's been helping us through this pandemic and time of great change.
#032 Thoughts from Quarantine with Sarafeen
April 07, 2020 10:30 - 31 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this epsiode, I'm sitting down with my partner Sarafina, and we're checking in on some of the things that have been coming up for us during this interesting time of "social distancing" and quarantining due to COVID-19. We share some insight into what we've been learning through this process and what's been helping us through this pandemic and time of great change.
#031 All Aboard The Vision Train: Painting our Reality into Existence with Amanda Sage
March 24, 2020 09:30 - 1 hour - 32.3 MBToday we're connecting with visionary artist Amanda Sage, who uses her paint brush to create the world she wishes to see and inspires others to open their mind to new possibilities. In this episode, you’ll have an opportunity to learn about the incredible woman behind the evolutionary works of art, her roots and intentions, and her breakthroughs and inspirations. For show notes and links to Amanda's projects go to: www.intentionalandunconventional.com
#030 Aligning Actions with Beliefs: Dumpster Diving, Foraging, and Radical Activism with Rob Greenfield
March 10, 2020 13:41 - 34 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, Rob will share how making small changes can create big changes in your life and in the world. Rob travels the globe with ONLY 44 possessions to his name, documenting his "radical" experiences, and inspiring others to be the change that they wish to see. Rob’s life and documentaries have been featured on thousands of media outlets including National Geographic, BBC, Discovery Channel, USA Today, LA Times, The Guardian, Huffington Post and many more. I hope you enjoy!
#029 Seedpod-cast: A Playful Conversation with Gary Underpants
February 19, 2020 05:38 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBCatching up with my friend Adam James, aka "Gary Underpants"; you may remember him from Episode 3. This time we're coming to you from onsite of Envision Festival, while floating in a "pool" of giant seedpods "beans." In this episode, we'll talk about what brought Gary to Costa Rica, as well as some of the magical things we're delving into such as- a beautiful partner dancing immersion, role play, alter egos, and of course, PLAY; something we'd call "Gary Underpants'" specialty.
#028 Healing Through Psychedelics with Mareesa Stertz
February 11, 2020 09:17 - 1 hour - 31.5 MBWhat comes up for you when I say the word “psychedelics”? In this episode, I’m diving deep with Mareesa Stertz, a filmmaker, community organizer, and a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher on a journey of her own personal healing, and on a mission to destigmatize these alternative forms of medicine. She produces and hosts a documentary series called "The Healing Powers", where she travels the world and shares her healing experiences with these psychoactive plants.
#027 Doing The Things That Bring Us Joy
February 04, 2020 11:30 - 28 minutes - 12.8 MBIs there something that you absolutely love to do, but haven’t found the time recently? In this episode, we’ll discuss doing the things that bring us joy, and pushing our comfort zones to try out brand new experiences. A fun update from where the jungle meets the sea. www.intentionalandunconventional.com
#026 Van Life: Learning to Laugh Through Life's Surprises with MeowTea
January 28, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode, we're connecting with MeowTea, my new friend and neighbor in our little temporary village in Costa Rica. He left Canada over 1.5 years ago, in his self-converted Sprinter van named "Surprise". MeowTea is an amazing artist, an adventurer, and a beautiful human who lives from his heart. Check this episode out to learn how his heart lead him on a solo journey to push his comfort zones and dig deeper within himself.
#025 A Day in a Temporary Village
January 21, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 9.74 MBIn this episode, I'll share what a day is like living in a temporary jungle village in Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
#024 Finding Flow in Costa Rica
January 14, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 9.13 MBI've found myself flowing to Costa Rica for the next two months. Check this episode out to find out all the reasons why.
#023 Cultivating Peace Through Our Connection to Mother Earth with Ingrid Brill
January 07, 2020 10:30 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBFor this episode, I was fortunate to visit my sister, Ingrid, in Tanzania and get a little taste of life over in Mama Africa. Ingrid has her Masters in Sustainable Development from the University of California and has run off-grid solar projects in East Africa for over nine years. While catching up at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, we discussed topics of mindfulness, sustainability, manifestation, and cultivating peace & compassion through our connection to Mother Earth- a subject she holds ...
#022- 2020 Vision: 20 Things to Bring Into The New Year
December 31, 2019 10:30 - 41 minutes - 19.6 MBPart 2: In this two part series, Sarafina and I will share how we plan to keep our “2020 Vision” with a list of 20 things that we plan to leave in 2019, and 20 things that we'll bring into this new year, new decade, and new paradigm. This episode will be the things we're bringing with us. www.intentionalandunconventional.com Connect with Garrett: @g__link Connect with Sarafina: @sarafina_xox Check out the previous episode to see what we're leaving behind in 2019!
#021- 2020 Vision: 20 Things to Leave Behind in 2019
December 24, 2019 10:30 - 40 minutes - 19 MBPart 1: In this two part series, Sarafina and I will share how we plan to keep our “2020 Vision” with a list of 20 things that we plan to leave in 2019, and 20 things that we'll bring into this new year, new decade, and new paradigm. www.intentionalandunconventional.com Connect with Garrett: @g__link Connect with Sarafina: @sarafina_xox
#020 Being a Force for Good with Michele Woodward
December 17, 2019 11:00 - 35 minutes - 16.8 MBToday we’re connecting with Michele Woodward, who will share why she believes that we are all here to be a force for good! Michele is a Master Certified coach who has been coaching executives all over the world for over 14 years. As the year is coming to an end, I thought it would be great to connect with Michele to discuss how to get the most out of the upcoming year, how to lookout for any roadblocks we might have, and how to strengthen our vision for 2020.
#019 Impacting Over a Million Lives and Making a DIFFerence with Chad Dime
December 10, 2019 11:00 - 54 minutes - 25.1 MBChad is the Co-Founder of DIFF Eyewear, a charitable eyewear company that has helped with the eyesight and vision care of over one million people in need. They do this by providing a pair of reading glasses or an eye exam for every pair of glasses they sell. In this episode, we'll hear how Chad and his co-founders built this incredible company and continue to find ways to give back. We'll discuss a new kind of millionaire; someone who positively impacts over a million lives.
#018 The Stories That We Tell
December 03, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 12.6 MBWhat stories do you tell yourself and others about your life? Are these stories helping you or holding you back? In this episode, we'll discuss how our stories shape our reality. The things we don't let go of, the things that we tell ourselves consciously or subconsciously, and all the things we "should be doing? We'll discuss: - "I'm lucky" vs "I'm unlucky" - The difference between "should" and "could" - How affirmations work - A story I held as a child
#017 Good for Me, Good for You, Good for Everything it Touches: Demonstrating Right Livelihood with Steve Demos
November 26, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBIn this episode, Steve Demos will tell us about his mission to demonstrate “Right Livelihood”, and expand on how it brought him from living in a cave in India to founding White Wave Foods, which he sold for over $300 million. When I first met Steve in Costa Rica, I heard his message and how built an intentional life and a virtuous business. I truly wished that everyone could hear his incredible story. This is an attempt to fulfill that wish! www.intentionalandunconventional.com
#016 From Ambition to Meaning: Balancing the Practical and Intuitive Mind with AdaPia d'Errico
November 19, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 23.2 MBFrom entrepreneur and FinTech executive to mentor and transformational speaker, AdaPia d'Errico does it all and she lives what she teaches! Adapia helps remind us to ask the deeper questions and to always find ways to instill meaning into all of life’s experiences- whether that is in a yoga class or in an executive meeting of an investment firm. I admire AdaPia, for her ability to balance ambition and meaning, logic and intuition, & striving while arriving.
#015 Expression or Depression: The Importance of Following Your Soul's Calling with Erica Wexler
November 12, 2019 10:00 - 45 minutes - 21.2 MBDo you have a feeling deep down that there's something you need to express? We're connecting with Erica Wexler, a badass oil painter, a beautiful deep soul, and one of my favorite humans to share a laugh with. Erica’s story & perseverance completely inspire me! She tenaciously works toward building a life on her terms, she has overcome unimaginable adversity, & still finds a way to be a shining light in any space she holds. Erica will explain why, for her, life is; “Expression or Depression.”
#014 Business Suits and GoGo Boots with Sarafina Fornara
November 05, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 23 MBIn this episode, we're connecting with Sarafina Fornara. A world-traveling dancer, performer, and creator. She will talk about her love for dance, some of her daily practices to live a more connected and intentional life, and explain how she went from an Account Manager for a Risk Management Consulting firm to Sprinkles the Clown. Sarafina is a great reminder to go after the things you love and believe in, because you never know where one meeting, one interview, or one audition may take you.
#013 Marching to the Beat of Your Own Drum with Jim Lew
October 29, 2019 09:00 - 59 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode we're connecting with Jim Lew. Self employed since 1982, Jim has created an intriguing life for himself as an educator, trainer, and an inspiring thought leader. This self-proclaimed "A.D.D. Extrovert" has passionately taken on the roles of Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Organizational Development Consultant, Author & Speaker- to name a few. Jim quite literally marches to the beat of his own drum, as you'll come to find out, when he shares his cool connection with the Gratef...
#012 Seizing Life's Opportunities and the Power of Perspective with Shoebox Moses
October 22, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBIn this episode, we will connect with Sammy Taggett aka "Shoebox Moses", an entertainer who amplifies atmospheres and creates unforgettable vibes for the most impactful conferences and festivals around the world. He has performed for MindValley, Google, Virgin Galactic, and Cirque Du Soleil. Sammy will tell his humbling story of being abandoned as a newborn baby, and will inspire you with his vision, his mission, and how he has turned an unimaginable situation into a beautiful and purposeful...
#011 The Art of Healing Through Music and Vibration with Rara Avis
October 15, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 27.9 MBWithin the music industry, you will find all different types of people. Some people make music to share their story and some make music to sell records. In this episode, we're connecting with Rara Avis who makes his music to heal. You'll hear how a severe car accident sent Rara on a life long journey to learn about vibration, musical theory, and the history of music around the world. All aiding him in the creation of his own unique sound that heals and aligns our mind, body, and spirit.
#010 The State of the I & Union Address: The Universe Speaks
October 08, 2019 12:05 - 18 minutes - 9.02 MBThe first ever Intentional & Unconventional State of the Union Address. The "State of the I & U-nion". We'll be doing something a little different to celebrate being in the double digits! It's important to celebrate life's little victories! In this episode, we will discuss some podcast reflections, we'll do a quick shout out to our friends across the pond, and share a little synchronicity poem and story from your host.
#009 Master Your Healing and Harness Your Power Through Sex with Melissa Louise
October 01, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 39.2 MBWe're connecting with Melissa Louise, a “Sexpert", who delivers a very bold and down to earth message to shatter the often dangerous veil surrounding sexuality, intimacy and our bodies. Melissa has taught in 25 countries for over 30 years. In this interview, she will help remove any guilt surrounding sex, she will make you question what you know and what you have learned, she will talk about her journey, and give you tangible advice and activities to master your pleasure, your relationships,...
#008 Adversity, Mindset, and Gratitude: Building Practical Resilience with Tofe Evans
September 24, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBWhat’s the longest you’ve ever run? 5, 13, maybe 26.2 miles? What If I told you this next guest ran 174 miles through the hills of Scotland? Crazy right? That’s what most people call him, but really, Tofe Evans, is a deep, loving soul, who has pushed himself mentally and physically to places most will never go. We'll discuss how Tofe’s darkest times have taught him most about himself, he'll tell us why he puts himself through these spectacular feats, & we'll learn about his Practical Resilie...
#007 Impact and Influence: Applying the 5 Laws of Stratospheric Success with Bob Burg
September 17, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode we're connecting with Bob Burg to discuss impact, influence, and his 5 laws of stratospheric success. Bob is a sought after speaker and author of a number of books on sales, marketing and influence, with total book sales of well over a million copies. We'll discuss his book "The Go-Giver" and how you can become more successful by setting your intention and focus to providing more in value than you take in payment.
#006 Growth and Impact through Performance with Ms Easy
September 10, 2019 09:00 - 55 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode we'll be connecting with Ms Easy, who currently holds the role of Creative Entertainment Director for Insomniac Events. Which means she is constantly imagining and creating hundreds of characters that she makes come to life, she is orchestrating the flow of thousands of world-class performers, and helping to curate beautiful experiences for 4 million guests world-wide. We'll dive into the impact of performance & how becoming a character can actually help you understand yourse...
#005 Energy and Intuition with Courtney Alex
September 03, 2019 09:00 - 51 minutes - 24 MBHow in touch are you with your intuition? In this episode, we’re going to be speaking with Courtney Alex on how to connect more deeply to our intuition. Courtney will teach us how to create our own energetic library to feel aligned in life and decision making, and we'll discuss her path in becoming an Intuitive Coach, Chi Gong Practitioner, and Psychic. Courtney is pure love and I’m happy to be able to share her love and knowledge with you.
#004 Yoga, Dance, and the Path to Purpose with Cristi Christensen
August 27, 2019 09:00 - 53 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode we'll be connecting with Cristi Christensen, a world renowned and world traveling Yogi. We're going to discuss how Cristi tries to make yoga more accessible for everyone through dance, music, & movement, we'll talk about some common misconceptions of yoga, & we're going to find out the path that brought her to practicing and teaching. Cristi's story is a great reminder that there are no set-backs in life, only set-ups. Find out how a big injury lead her to living more deeply ...
#003 Creativity, Vulnerability, and Awareness with Adam James
August 20, 2019 22:54 - 54 minutes - 25.3 MBCan creating music, singing, playing, and being creative build your awareness of self and of life? In today’s episode we’re connecting with Adam James, aka Gary Underpants, to dive deeper into this question. Adam is a creativity coach, a singer, a performer, a musician, a producer of fun and amazing experiences, and an all-around beautiful human being. He sprinkles his magic of play, love, awareness, and radical expression into all corners of the globe and into everything that he does. And ...
#002 Diving into the Ego with Lynn Traub
August 18, 2019 03:00 - 31 minutes - 15.1 MBAre you aware when your ego has taken over? What types of things does it say? Where do these thoughts even come from? In this episode, we're connecting with Lynn Traub, an amazing life teacher who will help answer these questions, and share how love and gratitude are our greatest allies.
#001 Welcome to Intentional and Unconventional
August 18, 2019 01:01 - 11 minutes - 5.79 MBWelcome beautiful people! In this brief introduction episode, Garrett Brill will give you an overview of what this podcast is all about and what inspired him to start the show. Thank you for tuning in!