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
In this episode, Tony Scardino shares his journey to becoming Professor Pizza. From going to Columbia for music business to working alongside his dad in commercial real estate, Tony had many pivots i…
In this episode, AUSTiN AUTHENTiC shares his experiences of using his past trauma as a source of inspiration in making music. Although he’s only 19, I was impressed by his level of humility and persp…
In this episode, we explore the world of planning and coordinating weddings. She created her business immediately after graduating from Notre Dame and has been thriving ever since. We talk about iden…
In this episode, we learn a little more about the life of a line cook, but our next guest had a yearning for more. He’s worked for a handful of fine dining restaurants, but he’s quickly getting notor…
In this episode, we head to ESQ Clothing to learn about what it takes to truly make a handcrafted bespoke suit. Our next guest turned his passion project from within his apartment to a storefront in …
In this very candid episode, we explore the journey of gender dysphoria and transitioning from female to male. The initial thoughts, bringing it up to the parents, and surgeries. We discuss thoughts …
In this episode, Kris King shares her experiences as a flight attendant. She recently completed the EMT class, and she managed to do it while maintaining a full-time workload. She shares what made he…
In this episode, we jam with Marty Walsh. He’s a paramedic by trade, and I have the pleasure of teaching the EMT class with him. I owe a lot of who I am personally and professionally to Marty. We tal…
In this episode, we chat with Jenn Dieas of Glowout Salons. She has over 20 years in the beauty and hospitality industry. She’s worked her way up from a traveling spray tan hustle to a one-stop shop …
In this episode, we talk to Nick Boskovich, Founder and President of HI-Vibe superfood juicery which is a one stop shop for optimal day fuel. He shares his transition into juicing from two lucrative …
Big introduction for George Stanton who blew our minds at the end of the night with a set that just kept wowing us. George shared what magic means to him and what it allows him to do. He looks like a…
In this episode, Gianna helps us dissect the beauty world of lashes and brows. She shares her come up, a day in the life, as well as cultivating her dream squad. She’s confident in that she knows wha…
In this episode, we jam with pro natural bodybuilder, raw powerlifter, and strength coach, Ryan Doris. We start the conversation off with his upbringing and introduction into lifting weights. I know …
In this episode, we jam with the co-owners of Fernwood Barbershop. I met Carlo and Patrick when they worked at Andre’s barbershop in Lakeview. Prior to recording, I just learned Dang was a paramedic …
What a time to be alive as a craft beer consumer! In this episode, we catch up with the @chi_beer_guy himself, Brady Potts. He has experience in the restaurant/ bar industry and has always had a knac…
In this episode, Justin Doggett helps me host Chef Logan Sandoval as we break down the world of chef life. We end up in unexpected topics such as parenting, philosophy, and differences between cookin…
In this episode, Aleah and Jason help us break down the hospitality industry. Aleah is a former EMT student of mine and proudly introduced Jason to me. Jason is a wildly successful restaurateur and d…
In this episode, Maddie and I chat with Adele Nandan who’s the Vice President of Business Development and External Relations at the Nonprofit, RefuShe. She also runs her own business planning travel …
In this episode, Angalia Bianca shares her experiences of gang life, drug addiction, and homelessness. She shares the turning point of when she decided to finally turn her life around. She’s now an a…
In this episode, I had the pleasure of learning about knife-making with artisanal bladesmith, Gian Gabriel who goes by Gabi. He shares his origin story, methodology, and what a knife means to him. He…