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Episode 10 - Dancer and Rolettes Founder - Chelsie Hill

"Dance is dance whether you’re walking or rolling.." - Chelsie Hill
What an inspiration- Community Leader, Trailblazer, Entrepreneur and Founder of the Rollettes Dance Team, Chelsie Hill has dedicated her life to dance and encouraging others to pursue their passions despite the physical obstacles they face and the tribulations of life.
Info@rollettesdance.com
https://www.rollettesdance.com/chelsiehill
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​Facebook: @chelsieHillPage
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Episode 10 - Dancer and Rolettes Founder - Chelsie Hill
Imagine not allowing losing your lower body mobility to stop you from being a world-renowned dancer? That is the story of Chelsie Hill, an inspirational community leader, trailblazer, entrepreneur, and Founder of the Rollettes Dance Team. She suffered a tragic road accident that left her paralyzed, which did not in any way deter her from being a wheelchair dancer.
Chelsie is dedicated to dance and encouraging others to pursue their passions despite the physical or mental challenges they face in their life. Listen in to learn the importance of creating a space where every woman feels accepted no matter what they look like or where they come from.
“Why should my disability stop me from doing what I love.”
What You Will Learn:
[1:08] Chelsie narrates the events that led to the accident that left her paralyzed.
[3:24] How her dad inspired her to become a wheelchair dancer.
[5:01] She explains her experience performing with a wheelchair dance team.
[7:35] The events that led to the formation of the Rollettes Dance Team.
[10:02] How the Rollettes Dance Team grew from 7 girls to over 175 women and children from over 12 countries.
[12:13] Overcoming her fear of attending dance classes, plus the impact of her choreography on social media.
[15:22] How she got used to living alone for 2 years in LA while in a wheelchair.
[18:20] Chelsie hopes to create a space for women to feel accepted.
[20:07] The many virtual events in the future for the Rollettes.

BONUS TRACK - KidsPACK

BONUS TRACK - KidsPACK by Karina Michel Feld

Bonus Track: Rebecca Breitel - Losing her mother to COVID-19.

Rebecca Breitel talks about losing her Mother to Covid-19.
This is so different to the rest of my podcast, but feel it's necessary to have it as a track. 2020 was filled with so much uncertainty and this captures the feeling and sense of the times and of how many people were affected.
https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaBreitel
Wendy’s Rainbow - COVID Coronavirus Stole My Parent #wendysrainbow

Episode 9 - Bravo’s ”Flipping Out” Actress, Rapper and Super Human, Jenni Pulos

The amazing Jenni Pulos is our ninth episode and wrapping up our first season! Hear how she started out at the Apollo and survived her rockiest auditions, to her starring on Bravo's hit TV show, "Flipping Out" with Jeff Lewis.. (we talk about Jeff a little too) Her new fun and educational children's youtube channel is launching soon and we talked about how happy we are to get our girls back to school- for them and us!!
Check out links below-
Jennipulos.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIgWZZMTwbM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIHG7r989JM
https://www.nicholaskontaxis.com/
Show Notes:
Episode 9 - Bravo's "Flipping Out" Actress, Rapper and Super Human, Jenni Pulos
How do you define a multifaceted artist who can do it all? In this episode, we have Jenni Pulos, she’s a mom, an author, an actress, a producer, and starred in Bravo's "Flipping Out".
Jenni started out rapping at the Apollo and has survived some very unpleasant auditions, which served as lessons. She talks about her excitement about making great content both scripted and unscripted, to make an impact.
Listen in to learn the importance of going after your passion and doing what is your mission!
“If you’re criticized about what you’re doing or people are negative, you’re probably doing something.”
What You Will Learn:
[2:11] Jenni explains where she learned about real estate and design, which changed her life’s path.
[5:21] Her experience performing at the Apollo, which she terms as one of her life’s best performances.
[7:09] She narrates a rocky audition to a kid’s show and how it encouraged her to keep going.
[9:42] The importance of preparing and putting in the work as an artist to get the job.
[11:27] How she’s creating fun and educational content for kids on social media.
[14:47] Jenni expresses her admiration for Lucille Ball and her incredible work ethic.

Episode 8 - CrossFit Co-Founder and Manifest Founder, Lauren Jenai

Join Karina Michel, entertainment guru and entrepreneur, as she interviews guests who are sharing their journeys and inspirational stories.
In this episode we talk to CrossFit Co-Founder, Lauren Jenai. Lauren talks about building CrossFit and the struggles with the media while going through a high profile divorce with Greg Glassman. How 2020 has taught her how to slow down amongst all the chaos, and how marrying her high school sweetheart, Franklin Tyrone Tucker, has brought happiness to her life. She's currently working on a fitness and lifestyle app, "Manifest". We will be on the lookout Lauren!
BeManifest.com
@laurenJenai
https://twitter.com/laurenjenai?lang=en
Show Notes:
Episode 8 - CrossFit Co-Founder and Manifest Founder, Lauren Jenai
In this episode, we speak with CrossFit Co-Founder, Lauren Jenai about slowing down during the pandemic and her new app Manifest. She explains the purpose of the Manifest app in supporting people in their health and wellness journey for 90 days.
Listen in to learn the untold truths about Lauren’s high-profile divorce from Greg Glassman and the murder case against her current husband Franklin Tyrone Tucker.
What You Will Learn:
[1:15] How life slowed down for Lauren during the pandemic with the kids.
[4:13] The Manifest app- helping people focus on their health and wellness journey and not weight loss.
[7:41] How the media twisted the truths about Lauren during her high-profile divorce from Greg Glassman
[9:31] The price of telling the truth that had to be told for the sake of women.
[11:38] Lauren talks about her now-husband Franklin Tyrone Tucker, the murder case against him, and the untold truths.

Episode 7 - Amazon Live Style Host and Positive Influencer Katie Sands

Every week, join Karina Michel, entertainment guru and entrepreneur, as she interviews guests who are sharing their journeys and inspirational stories.
In this episode we talk to the multi-talented positive influencer, Katie Sands. Catch her on Amazon Live, raising awareness for The Make a Wish Foundation, and sharing her love for all things sunflowers and awesome style tips for fall. We discuss the pro's and cons of sharing her live therapy sessions for her instagram followers. This girl is doing it all!
IamhonestlyKate.com
https://www.amazon.com/live
IG: @honestlykate
Show Notes:
Episode 7 - Amazon Live Style Host and Positive Influencer Katie Sands
Are you helping create awareness on different social issues on your social media platforms? Katie Sands is a multi-talented positive influencer who’s using her Instagram page to raise awareness on the importance of philanthropy and mental health through therapy.
In this episode, she shares her journey as a style influencer and using her influence for the good. Listen in to learn the importance of using your platform big or small to make an impact by raising awareness on social issues.
“You can’t be afraid to ask for what you want.”
What You Will Learn:
[1:31] The athleisure wear and colors trends for fall.
[4:00] She explains how she started as a contemporary clothing influencer.
[5:27] How Katie shares the hottest fashion trends on the show Amazon Live Style.
[7:36] How Katie volunteers to raise awareness for The Make a Wish Foundation.
[13:05] Why she aired her therapy sessions on her Instagram page.
[15:59] The three most important habits that have put her on the path to success.
[17:38] She talks about where she sees her career and brand in the future.

Episode 6 - French Actress and Producer Oriane pick is here!

Join Karina Michel, entertainment guru and entrepreneur, as she interviews guests who are sharing their journeys and inspirational stories.
In this episode we talk to French actress Oriane Pick. We talk about everything from switching careers, life in London before another possible lockdown and the stigmas and cliches around schizophrenia. Check out current project "I AM" the movie below!
https://greenlit.fund/project/i-am
@iam_themovie
Show Notes:
Episode 6 - French Actress and Producer Oriane Pick is here!
Is there a possibility that you’d leave your current career and follow a different career path? In this episode, we have French actress and producer Oriane Pick, who left her career in advertising to follow her passion for acting and storytelling.
She talks about her project ‘I AM’ which is a film based on real-life experiences about schizophrenia. Listen in to learn how you can help debunk the media perception of the schizophrenia condition by supporting the movie!
What You Will Learn:
[2:07] Oriane’s interesting and valuable childhood growing up in different countries and continents.
[3:20] She describes how she went from working in an ad agency to acting.
[7:06] How her need to tell her own stories led to starting Candid Broads Productions.
[8:31] The importance of telling different women stories on screen.
[9:34] Oriane talks about her film project ‘I AM’ which is about schizophrenia.
[12:15] How she’s preparing to play a multifaceted character living with schizophrenia.
[14:12] How to get involved in breaking the stigma around schizophrenia.

Episode 5 - Rising Music Star and TikTok Celeb, Emma Oliver

How to make it as a musician and TikTok star in 2020! Join Karina Michel, entertainment guru and entrepreneur, as she interviews guests who are sharing their journeys and inspirational stories. In this episode we catch up with Rising Music Star, Emma Oliver. She talks to us about her new song, "Sad Sometimes" (which we can't stop playing), how she deals with her struggles with mental health and those TikTok videos with over 7.2 million likes!
https://www.tiktok.com/@itsemmaoliver?source=h5_m
@itsemmaoliver on all platforms
Show Notes:
Episode 5 - Rising Music Star and TikTok Celeb, Emma Oliver
Are you staying true to yourself and pursuing your dreams without fear of what others think? Our guest on the show today overcame her fear for people’s judgment and is now living her best life. Emma Oliver is a Rising Music Star and TikTok celeb!
She talks about her music, which she’s promoting on TikTok, and how she handles her mental health struggles. Listen in to learn the power of being proud of who you’re and inspiring others to do the same.
What You Will Learn:
[1:24] How Emma overcame her fear of people with medication.
[3:14] Learning to be proud of who you’re without fear of being judged.
[4:00] How she’s healing through music and inspiring others to accept themselves.
[4:26] Drawing music inspiration from the 60s music she grew up listening to.
[5:47] Navigating the journey of being herself in the music industry.
[7:17] She explains how the idea of TikTok came about.
[10:37] Emma talks about her upcoming song.

Episode 4 - Lacey Kaelani and Jenna Kammo of ”Casting Depot”

The casting process can be stressful for actors and producers. Join Karina Michel, entertainment guru and entrepreneur, as she interviews guests who are sharing their journeys and inspirational stories. Lacey Kaelani and Jenna Kammo quit their day jobs and founded "Casting Depot", the one stop shop for everything casting. They share tips for success and personal stories and with us on their rise to the top. If you're an actor trying to land your next gig or thinking of starting your own business in entertainment, this episode is for you.
https://www.castingdepot.com/
@castingdepot
https://medium.com/authority-magazine/inspirational-women-in-hollywood-how-lacey-kaelani-jenna-kammo-of-casting-depot-aim-to-give-f062db2835d2
Show Notes:
Lacey Kaelani and Jenna Kammo of "Casting Depot"
Casting made easy for both the director and the talent! In this episode, we have, Lacey Kaelani and Jenna Kammo, the co-founders of the media-tech startup, Casting Depot. The duo quit their day jobs and started Casting Depot, which is a one-stop-shop for everything casting.
They share their personal journeys before they flourished in casting, plus how the future looks like for Casting Depot. Listen in to learn how you can land your next acting, modeling, or and voice-over gig without too much of a hustle.
“Surround yourself with people that believe in you and people that bring you up.”
What You Will Learn:
[0:39] They explain why started Casting Depot as a one-stop site for talents and casting directors.
[3:38] Lacey describes her background in business and animation before flourishing in casting.
[4:48] The benefits of having a business partner to help share the burdens and hiccups.
[7:46] Lacey describes a career mistake that taught her the importance of due diligence.
[10:27] The importance of consistently applying for jobs and reinventing when things don’t work out.
[12:07] How to take care of yourself by doing what makes you happy.
[13:20] Jenna insists on the purpose of always practicing kindness.
[14:31] Learn to surround yourself with people that add value to your life and that you add value to.
[15:19] The future of the casting marketplace they recently launched.

Episode 3 - Entrepreneur, Military Wife and Mom, Monica Fullerton of ”Spouse-ly”

Starting a business can be one of the most intense times of your life. Now throw that in with a pandemic.. Join Karina Michel, entertainment guru and entrepreneur, as she interviews guests who are sharing their journeys and inspirational stories. CEO and Founder of "Spouse-ly", Monica Fullerton, breaks down how she started her dream business, tackles being a Mom of twins and makes it all work, and work well!
https://spouse-ly.com/
Show Notes:
Episode 3 - Entrepreneur, Military Wife and Mom, Monica Fullerton of
"Spouse-ly"
Imagine starting a brand-new business and then the pandemic hits the world. Well, in this episode, we have Monica who had the exact experience when she started Spouse-ly in early 2020. Monica Fullerton is an entrepreneur, military wife, and founder of Spouse-ly- a new online marketplace for military families to come together and support one another.
She explains how she created Spouse-ly to bring military families together and make it possible for people in the community to follow their dreams. Listen in to learn the importance of enjoying the small things in life by taking a break from the craziness of life!
“When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, basically you’ll get there.”
What You Will Learn:
[0:43] Monica explains how the idea of Spouse-ly was born to connect military families.
[4:29] How to turn the pandemic into something positive.
[5:46] The challenges of growing a startup business during the pandemic.
[8:11] The power of supporting small businesses, especially during the pandemic.
[9:10] How she enjoys small things like spending time with her 4-year-old twins.
[11:42] She describes how the future looks like for Spouse-ly.