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Something to Normalize

Ginny Gay & Brandi Lust

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YOU’RE not f**cked up - the WORLD is. As women (as humans, really) the world can trick us into believing we’re doing life wrong, which keeps us small and siloed. But we don’t have to play along. Let’s make a plan together, shall we? We’re Ginny Gay and Brandi Lust - best friends and experts in mindfulness and adult learning. We’ve done the hard work of courageously engaging in self-exploration, healing, and expression— and in our pod you’ll be a fly on the wall for intimate, safe conversatio ...
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There's always sides of people's stories that we don't get to hear. In this podcast, join host Ross Theisen as he sits down with many people whom you may or may not know of, as he digs into the sides of their stories, you may or may not have heard. All in effort to find out what their path of personal success has looked like, and all the struggles they've overcome along the way.
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In this episode, I sit down with Brandi Lust, a powerful advocate for personal growth, community building, and host of CreativeMornings here in Columbus, Ohio. We dive deep into the challenges that creatives face, especially in times of uncertainty, where things just aren’t working the way they used to. Brandi opens up about her own struggles in th…
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Nic Bronkall is a Health & Wellness Coach, focused in the areas of Breathwork, stress & anxiety management, physical therapy, as well as strength & conditioning coaching. After a childhood diagnoses of ADHD left him feeling confused and gave him the feeling that there was something wrong with him, that stuck with him growing up and led directly int…
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Brian Penn is the owner of Clean Kicks, a shoe restoration and cleaning service. Guys, this episode is just flat out great. Plain and simple. As we dig into Brian's story, not only do we talk about how a lifelong passion for sneaker culture pushed him to start up the idea mid-pandemic, but, he really opens up about his entire life journey. From bei…
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In this episode, I sit down with the talented (and hilarious) Mark Eshleman, AKA ReelBear Media. Mark has been instrumental in shaping the visual identity of a lot of great artists, most notably through his long-standing collaboration with Twenty One Pilots. We dive deep into his journey, starting from his early days in video production, and while …
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Austin Parker is a Fitness Coach and Personal Trainer under his brand 'APFit'. Austin knew from a young age that he had a real passion for the fitness world, and after playing 4 years of College Basketball and living the corparate America life, he decided to take the dive fulltime into becoming a Personal Trainer and took that leap of faith to beli…
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Hanna Williford ( @hannawilliford ) is a Sports Broadcaster, Journalist & Reporter for the Columbus Clippers, The Big10 Network and a lot of Ohio State sports here in Columbus. As well as a writer for TheCbusToday! This week I sit down with Hanna Williford. It’s a fun dynamic in this because normally, Hanna is on this side of the microphone as she’…
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Alex Copeland is the creator of "Plenty O'Cookies" and performs as his Drag Queen persona "Plenty O' Smiles" This episode is a fun chat as I get to know the story of Alex Copeland. We cover going from growing up in a small town and moving off to college to see more of the world, then finding a passion for baking and leaning into that to create a wh…
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Walker Evans is a co-founder of Columbus Underground, an independently owned online news publication here in Columbus, OH. -------THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY------- United Strength - @united_strength Located right outside of Downtown, aims to create an environment that is welcoming to all, judgement free, and results driven. Whether it’s open gym …
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In this episode I sit down with Todd Johnson, the owner of Columbus, OH based gym, United Strength. Todd shares his journey from his early days in the fitness industry, to creating a thriving gym dedicated to health, wellness, and community. We discuss his passion for building a supportive environment where members can connect and grow, and how it …
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Jake Germany AKA 'Phangs' is a Musician & Creative Director. This week I sit down (virtually) with Phangs, who's real name I did NOT just learn in the conversation...an incredibly talented artist whose journey from creating Myspace layouts to designing for Bad Bunny is a real fun one to cover! We dive into his creative process, how he balances mult…
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Hannah Romes is a Columbus based Comedian in the worlds of Improv, Stand-Up and Sketch Comedy, and a co-owner of Hashtag Comedy Co. This week I chat with the funny and delightful Hannah Romes. From the small streets of her hometown to the vibrant comedy scene of Columbus, Ohio, Hannah shares her story of growth and creativity. We delve into the nua…
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Saud Ahmed is a musician and most notably the vocalist of past projects The Crimson Armada, The Holy Guile, and most recently Ear to Ear. After meeting in what feels like another lifetime ago when he was helping produce the band I was in at the time, and then keeping general connection through social over the years, I sit down with Saud for the fir…
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Simon Fraser is a stand-up Comedian and part of the team that brings you Don't Tell Comedy. In this episode, I dive into a laid-back chat with Simon Fraser, and yes, we uncover why he loves High Noons so much. From reflecting on the ups and downs of life to reminiscing about childhood creative endeavors like making YouTube videos and writing storie…
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Anthony Craparotta is a musician and Founder of @lyricvidsdotcom This week it’s a virtual chat with Anthony as we take a deep dive into the music & creative industries. From his start in music and pursuing that passion, to becoming a signed artist and touring the world, to then retiring from that and starting up his business making lyric videos tha…
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Andy J. Pizza, an illustrator, bestselling children's book author, and host of "The Creative Pep Talk" podcast. We dive deep into Andy's creative journey, exploring his early influences, including impact from the comedy world and Jim Carrey's work. The conversation unfolds as we discuss the highs and lows of the creative process, touching on moment…
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Ashley Tracy is an Ohio based Wedding, Family & Couples Photographer In this episode I sit down with the talented Ashley Tracy, a photographer hailing from right here in Ohio. We uncover Ashley's journey, from her background in news reporting to the pivotal moment when she decided to turn her passion for photography into a thriving business. As we …
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'No Name Tim' is my guest this week. He's a Music Producer & Engineer, and within that, has produced entrance themes for stars in the pro wrestling world. (NJPW/TNA) So, why's he called "No Name Tim"? Does he have an actual name? We uncover all of that plus a lot more is we dive into his multifaceted journey. From an initial foray into advertising …
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Mackenzie Schutt is a Personal Trainer at Fit One Four here in Columbus, OH, and most recently won 'Miss Ohio'! In this episode I get to know Mackenzie Schutt and how she got involved in the world of modeling, fitness, and the full story behind what led her to being crowned 'Miss Ohio'! After having previously only gotten to interview Mackenzie for…
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Bridjet Mendy is a Comedian from Columbus, OH. This week I get to know my (until now) good internet friend Bridjet Mendy and how she entered the comedy world, getting involved in stand-up and improv. We chat what got her interested in improv and getting started in Chicago, navigating a fear of public speaking, and how she started in stand up. We al…
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Andrew White (@andrewleewhite) is a Columbus, OH based Photographer in the worlds of food & lifestyle. It's another "Ross finally sits down with an internet friend" type of episode as I get to know Andrew this week! We talk about how he got into photography, how he made the leap from employed to self employed to become a freelancer, the feeling of …
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Join our Patreon community to listen to the full episode. In this special bonus episode, Brandi offers a guided practice that will help you connect with your inner wisdom and deep sense of hope. Follow Us: On Instagram Sign Up for Emails with Exclusive Content Spread the Good Word: Subscribe, Rate, and Review our Show (wherever you listen!) Share t…
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We made it to 100 episodes! It's a bit of a different episode for this one as I wanted to do something unique to lookback at 4 years and 100 episodes of making this show, so I called upon friend of the show, friend of mine, and reocurring guest Josh Emerick, to once again come on and take helm of the host's chair to help guide me through this one! …
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Join our Patreon community to listen to bonus episodes. In this episode, Brandi and Ginny share practical tools and strategies for cultivating hope. This deep and meaningful exploration of the multifaceted nature of hope emphasizes its role in fostering resilience and growth - not by skipping over but rather by facing and embracing our pain. Join G…
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Terrance "ThaGawdShow" Davis is an improv & stand up Comedian here in Columbus, OH. This week I chat limiting beliefs and breaking through those personal roadblocks with my hilarious friend Terrance Davis. While Terrance and I are no strangers to podcasting together, as he's been a reocurring guest on my improv comedy show 'Whose Life is it Anyway?…
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Join our Patreon community to listen to bonus episodes. In this episode, Brandi and Ginny debunk common misconceptions about hope, emphasizing that it is not the same as Pollyanna optimism or wishful thinking. They highlight the active nature of hope, which involves a commitment to making the world better together. They also discuss how hope is not…
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Diane Boden is the creator of the "Minimalist Moms Podcast" and Author of "Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting w/Simplicity". No, you don't have to be a minimalist, or a Mom to check out this episode! In this episode as Diane and I get to know each other, we delve into the lifestyle and philosophy of minimalism, the profound impact of mindful livin…
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Join our Patreon community to listen to bonus episodes. In this episode, Brandi and Ginny discuss how gaslighting happens in communities, alienating individuals who attempt to disrupt the status quo. Brandi tells the story of systematic gaslighting in a graduate program, which ultimately led to her leaving the school without a degree. In reflection…
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It's another great one from the archives! What was originally Episode 41, now Episode 97, it's a seriously FUN conversation with my friend Ryan Francis. Ryan was "Darren" in indie-cult-classic horror comedy "ThanksKilling", and is also a musician under his moniker "Huge Euge", he's been an event promoter as well, but more than anything, he's one of…
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Join our Patreon community to listen to bonus episodes In this episode, Ginny and Brandi dive deep into the topic of gaslighting within family relationships. Drawing from Ginny’s personal experience and their collective research, they explore the impact of gaslighting on individuals' self-trust and identity formation. They help listeners to: Gain i…
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Gabrielle Solange is a Singer/Songwriter, Tedx Speaker, Writer, Vocal Coach & has a winding story with PLENTY more going on! After knowing Gabrielle via instagram for a few years, I was stoked to finally get to sit down and dive into everything she's done, which is a lot! We dive through her story of pursuing music, finding success in it, signing t…
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Join our Patreon community to listen to bonus episodes In this episode, Ginny, Brandi and Jen Kemper (Brandi’s sister!) talk about how isolating the pregnancy experience can be - especially when it’s a difficult pregnancy. Jen struggled with an illness called Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) and in this conversation she shares her personal experience wi…
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Rio Hariston a curator of many things! Event and festival coordinator, restaurant Owner of Marvin's (here in Columbus), Creative Director of Sole Classics and so much more that we dive into here. Relating a lot to Rio’s pursuit of lots of things at once, it was a fun conversation to dive into hearing how exactly he got started in all of it, and how…
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Join our Patreon community to listen to the full episode. Did you know that different qualities can change how the highly sensitive person experiences the world? Learn this and more in our conversation about our HSP Scale results, and how they interact with the trait of High Sensation Seeking. Follow Us: On Instagram Sign Up for Emails with Exclusi…
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In this episode, Ginny and Brandi (both HSPs) share their personal experiences of living in a highly sensitive body and discuss insightful, cutting edge research that helps other HSPs take advantage of their unique brain and nervous system. They help listeners to: Recognize the importance of sensitivity and how it can be a powerful asset, inspiring…
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Heather Evans is a musician & singer/songwriter. What was originally Episode 37, is now Episode 94 and it's an awesome conversation with my friend Heather Evans. We were just meeting for the first time a couple years back when we recorded this, and out of this initial conversation, an awesome friendship was made! All built off of Heather's vulnerab…
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This is another personally meaningful episode to me this week, as I sit down with my longtime friend Matthew Weiner, President of his own Insurance Agency, The Weiner Group. But he wasn't always head of his own company! We uncover his full journey in this episode, from battling the fear of what it means to "grow up" to finding financial freedom by …
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If you have ever been in a situation where another was willing to harm you for their own benefit, then abuse has happened and that person has become an abuser. In this episode, we talk about the process leading up to this abuse, helping listeners to identify warning signs. We also offer practical advice that empowers survivors to take back control …
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Abusers seek to isolate their victims and implement tactics to keep them silent and thinking that it’s “all in their head” or somehow their fault. However, when we talk about our experiences as victims of abuse, any false sense of shame is lifted and the experience is normalized; abuse becomes easily recognizable— and something we know how to stop.…
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After the loss of someone we love, we’re inevitably faced with the question, “How do I live with this grief?” In this episode of “Something to Normalize,” Ginny and Brandi offer some answers to this question. Through research and personal experiences with grief, they share strategies, powerful bits of wisdom, and practical tools they’ve discovered.…
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In this special two-part episode of Something to Normalize, Ginny and Brandi each share their stories of losing someone central to their lives and the grief that followed. Grief can be a complex, unpredictable, overwhelming, and isolating experience. And there are so many misconceptions about what it “should” be like. What’s worse than grieving the…
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Have you ever felt like this? That showing vulnerability is weakness, that asking for help is a sign of incompetence, or that everyone else has the very thing you’re struggling with all figured out? These misconceptions can lead us to isolate ourselves and feel shame about our own struggles. Ginny and Brandi are here to share the power of normalizi…
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This episode marks a bucket list item for me, in finally having a pro wrestler on the podcast. This week, I sit down with Gregory Iron, a professional wrestler based in Cleveland, Ohio. Greg shares his journey of growing up with cerebral palsy in a bit of a difficult home life and how pro wrestling was his escape from it all. We dive into his story…
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In this 15 Minute Friday, Adam Lehman returns to the show and we dive into the world of pricing for creatives and freelancers. We chat about the common hurdles folks face when trying to charge what they're truly worth, from the nitty-gritty mechanics to the pesky mindset battles. It's all about gaining confidence, proving to yourself that you deser…
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Kenzie Coyne is a musician under her projects Hello Luna and Kini. I open up the archives again this week and it's a repost of my old conversation with Kenzie Coyne. What was originally Episode 9, now Episode 91, another conversation that I feel still holds up as Kenzie shares her story of finding her passion for music through struggles in school, …
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Tori Kravitz is a Podcaster, Interviewer, Host & Publicity Manager. It's another virtual sit down this week, and this time it’s with a longtime internet friend, who I’ve constantly been about one degree of separation away from for years, Tori Kravitz! Chances are, Tori has probably sat down with on of your favorite bands at one point... As Tori and…
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For this 15 Minute Friday I've got Adam Lehman back on the show, and this time we're talking the art of boundary setting as a creative individual. In both life, and work! We've all had to have those awkward conversations when navigating the entrepreneur/freelance world when it comes to someone overstepping boundaries. A lot of it can be avoided (or…
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Casey Steinmiller is a touring Music Photographer & Content Creator. And that, is actually how we met many years ago! It was back in my days of being a live music photographer myself when he and I met out on a DIY tour, and formed a friendship that ever since has truthfully been kept alive all by the internet! Fittingly, that's how we had this conv…
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In this 15 Minute Friday, I sit down once more with Dr. Hanisha Patel and this time she's sharing thoughts and advice on how to balance mental health as a new parent. We cover; The importance of addressing mental health and supporting new parents' mental well-being postpartum, the disparity between expectations of parenthood and the reality of post…
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Brandon Manyara is a Columbus, Ohio based Videographer + Founder of his brand Pinnacle Video Productions, Creative Director & Media Professor at Valor College. What was previously Episode 34 of What You Don't Hear is back to be heard again as now Episode 88, because I felt Brandon's story needed the spotlight once more! In what is still on of my fa…
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My guest this week is Amy Corey, and Amy, is a lot of things! Amy is a Musician, Singer/Songwriter, TEDx Speaker, Model, Motivational Speaker, Mindset/Life coach an truthfully, whatever else her heart desires! This conversation came about a few months ago while I was actually in between recordings for this show, but after a random email popped up f…
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