I am Consciously Curious
I am Consciously Curious is a Chicago based podcast that dissects passionate individuals in various industries. The goal is to share their stories to inspire you to cultivate meaning within your own space. If you are interested in coming on or know someone that would be great for the podcast, please message us on fb/ig: @iamconsciouslycurious
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 98 minutes
- Episodes
- 167
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
87. Cars, Sneakers, and Lola ft. Josh Gotangco
Our next guest is coincidentally Justine's cousin, but we met prior to me meeting Justine. When Justine introduced me to the cousins, Josh accurately guessed what I drove. He's taken care of me on se…
86. Thirsty Dumpling ft. Samantha Mui
Our next guest shares how she forged her identity and purpose as a creator. She’s the definition of “leaving no stone unturned.” She’s authored a cookbook, been a finalist on Food Network’s Supermark…
85. Be A Good Neighbor ft. Dr. Dave Nayak
Our next guest is a physician, deacon, family man, farmer, and he’s currently running for Senate in Illinois. He’s created a 100% free allergy and asthma clinic through his foundation, Strength to Lo…
84. Finding Fifty ft. Carolyn Hawes
Our next guest stops by all the way from Canada. She's cultivated a passion for writing and has recently stepped away from being a course editor for a university to freelance full time. She also shar…
83. Work Life Balance, Grief, and Mental Health ft. Tom Purrazzo
Tom returns to share what's been going on in his life one year after our last recording. We touch on his transition from property management to risk response at a restoration company and finally stri…
82. Chicago Urban Historian ft. Shermann Dilla Thomas [@6figga_dilla]
Our next guest has become one of Chicago’s favorite urban historians. This man is a walking encyclopedia. He shares how he expanded his curiosity of the city through his time as a lifeguard for the C…
81. Creative Souls ft. Drew McNamara
Our next guest shares his passion for creating an inclusive space for people with disabilities. He wants to show that, when given an opportunity, people with disabilities can do anything. Growing up …
80. Del Sur Bakery ft. Justin Lerias
Our next guest shares his journey of pursuing his dream of baking pastries. From his first time in a commercial kitchen in high school with After School Matters to sharpening his skills at Lost Larso…
79. Give Yourself Permission ft. Cortney McDermott
Our next guest is a best-selling author, TedX speaker, and strategic consultant to corporate executives, business students, and entrepreneurial leaders. Anyone that’s spent time with her can tell tha…
78. Making the Most of It ft. Ethan Lim
Our next guest is the creator of the intimate dining experience, family meal. Cambodian culture and cuisine were decimated during the Khmer Rouge. Ethan is on a journey to share Cambodian cuisine wit…
77. Funeral Potatoes ft. Eve Studnička & Alexis Thomas-Rice
Our next guests joined forces during the pandemic and started a virtual restaurant delivering elevated midwestern comfort food to peoples' doorsteps. Eve Studnička was curating an underground dinner …
76. Professor Pizza Returns ft. Anthony Scardino
Our next guest came on the podcast three years ago. Since then, he’s had successful partnerships with Hermosa, Full Shilling in Wrigleyville, Maplewood Brewery, and a ghost kitchen in Humboldt Park. …
75. Pottery is the Art of Failure ft. David T. Kim
Our next guest is a ceramic artist who makes dinnerware for almost thirty restaurants in Chicago! I initially stumbled upon him from Thomas Oh and Andy Lim on their En Process Podcast. I then saw him…
74. The Opioid Epidemic ft. Erik McIntosh
Our next guest is on a mission to increase access to narcan in Chicago. He witnessed an overdose on the train and unfortunately did not have narcan on him or near him. As a nurse practitioner, we exp…
73. Be Where You Are ft. Dr. Stephen Magill [Neurosurgeon]
Our next guest shares his journey to becoming a neurosurgeon. We explore how to create and navigate opportunities around you to deepen your interest in medicine. He emphasizes the importance of integ…
72. Documentary Filmmaker ft. Dustin Nakao-Haider
Our next guest is the director behind two local documentaries, Shot in the Dark and Cambodian Futures. Shot in the Dark explored the lives of high school basketball students on the west side of Chica…
71. Reinvent Yourself ft. Billy Zureikat [Tripping Billy]
Our next guest is the Illinois Ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. At 30 years old, he began to notice weakness and muscle deterioration in his legs. Years go by until he receives a di…
70. More Than Boxing ft. Ziyad Almaayouf [Zizo]
Our next guest is a professional boxer representing Saudi Arabia and the Arab world. He’s currently training with the legendary Buddy McGirt. I admired his ability to balance his personal life, time …
69. Prioritizing yourself ft. Genesis
Our next guest had a very tumultuous upbringing and was forced to grow up very quickly. From the moment I met him, I was curious about his ability to bounce from one job to another effortlessly. In t…
68. The Power of Iterations with Mike Satinover aka Ramen Lord
Our next guest is about to open a highly anticipated Ramen restaurant. He's cultivated a deep love for all things Ramen. He’s hosted over 50 pop ups in various cities, and he’s a testament to the imp…