Intentional & Unconventional

In 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!

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In 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

From 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.

Do 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.”

In 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.

In 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 Grateful Dead.

In 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 life.

Within 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.

The 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.

We'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, and your life.