Cele mai bune Ayan podcast-uri (2025)

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On childhood ideas shaping the adult subconscious 17:33

6M ago17:33

17:33

In this episode, I contemplate the powerful influence of childhood beliefs that quietly shape our adult decisions and behaviour. Unpacking the subconscious ideas we've carried with us, I explore how these early perceptions continue to guide our thoughts—whether they're true or not. I attempt to question the lasting impact of our childhood minds and…

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Unlock Your Hidden Potential with AI: 7 Tools to Change the Game | TAS 2 12:20

1+ y ago12:20

12:20

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Future-Proof Your Brain: The Essential Guide to AI for Everyone | TAS 1 4:35

1+ y ago4:35

4:35

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Courtney White on succeeding as a blogger and attorney 30:50

1+ y ago30:50

30:50

This week's episode features Courtney White (@courthousecouture) to discuss how she balances her job as an attorney with her fashion blog. Courtney walks us through how she got through law school with imposter syndrome, the struggles of practicing family law (CW: mentions of abuse), pivoting to corporate law, and launching her blog as a creative ou…

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Julia Dzafic on growing her online presence and creating a cookbook 28:44

1+ y ago28:44

28:44

So excited to be joined by Julia Dzafic, the blogger behind @lemonstripes today! She's been blogging since 2010 and has a cookbook releasing next year. We discuss how she launched her blog and found success, dealing with unsolicited advice online, what cookbook writing is really like, and advice she has for aspiring creators. Connect with Julia: in…

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Danielle Bayard Jackson shares her journey to friendship coaching & book writing 28:42

1+ y ago28:42

28:42

Danielle Bayard Jackson (@daniellebayardjackson) is on the show this week, and it's a delight! We discuss how she became a friendship coach, growing a social media audience, setting boundaries on the Internet, her upcoming book, and much more. Connect with her below: http://betterfemalefriendships.com/…

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Episode 107: Beyond Meditation 12:44

1+ y ago12:44

12:44

🌟 Are you feeling overwhelmed by it all? Is meditation alone falling short? Tune in as we dissect this popular myth and explore whether meditation is truly the silver bullet for obtaining inner peace. 💪 This episode is your guide to redefining self-love, self-care, and self-empowerment. Together, we'll break the silence surrounding these challenges…

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Episode 106: Dismantling Self-Doubt 13:54

1+ y ago13:54

13:54

In this episode, we fearlessly tackle the notion of shedding that old, worn-out internal measuring system that might have you secretly feeling like a failure. 📏 It's time to liberate yourself from those self-doubts and rewrite your story. 💪 I'm not about cookie-cutter solutions here, but rather serving up thought-provoking recommendations to reigni…

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Lauren Maffeo shares how to write a book while working a full-time job 33:07

1+ y ago33:07

33:07

This week's episode features Lauren Maffeo, an author and service designer for a government contracting firm (we discuss what that means). Lauren shares how she ended up in her career field and why she decided to write a book. She provides pointers for anyone who's trying to write a book while balancing other responsibilities — it's a must-listen f…

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Shannon Leyko on finding flexible work in motherhood 37:49

1+ y ago37:49

37:49

Shannon Leyko (@shannonleyko) is on the show today! She's an author and ghostwriter, previously served as Miss New York, and has three young children. Shannon has a fascinating career journey, and we discuss how becoming a mother changed her view of work. We talk about how society often pits at-home and working parents against each other and how to…

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Megan Mensink on founding pre-loved jewelry brand Folklor 34:45

1+ y ago34:45

34:45

This week's episode is a treat! I'm joined by Megan Mensink, founder of Folklor (@_folk_lor), a Canadian pre-loved jewelry brand with a focus on sustainability. We discuss how Megan went from studying to be a doctor to her present-day role, how her love of consignment shops inspired Folklor, launching a business, and finding daily stability as a bu…

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Katie Crenshaw on going viral, parenting, and sharing her life online 25:35

2y ago25:35

25:35

Katie Crenshaw (@katiemcrenshaw) is on the show today! She is a best-selling author, mental health advocate, and speaker. We talk about how she got her start blogging about motherhood, the chaotic experience that is going viral on the Internet, deciding how much to share online, and being the coolest mom ever because Taylor Swift recently liked her…

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Danielle Sinay on how she became a beauty editor at Glamour 31:47

2y ago31:47

31:47

If you're an aspiring writer, this is the episode for you. Danielle Sinay is an associate beauty editor at Glamour, and we discuss how she landed the role. Also discussed: her experience writing for TV, dealing with writer's block, why you don't need a journalism degree to be a writer, and whether her job is *really* as glamorous as it seems. Insta…

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Episode 105: Dem Darn Happy People 8:55

2y ago8:55

8:55

It's time to debunk the misconceptions and get real about what it means to be happy! You know that whole idea that happiness is either something you're born with or something you must express 24/7? Yeah, I’m calling BS on that. Prepare to have your assumptions turned upside down as we dive into the deep end of emotions, self-discovery, and the art …

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Tanorria Askew shares her journey from a corporate job to personal chef 29:29

2y ago29:29

29:29

Tanorria Askew (@tanorriastable) is on the show today! She's a personal chef, food creative, public speaker, podcast host, and racial injustice change-maker based in Indianapolis. We discuss her experience on MasterChef that led her to quit her day job, where her love of cooking came from, and how she sets boundaries while doing social justice work…

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Chelsey Cox and Rachel Rector on starting an interior design firm 27:16

2y ago27:16

27:16

Asked by Ayana is back after a six month hiatus, and I'm kicking off the new episodes with a good one! Chelsey Cox and Rachel Rector are the brains behind Chinotto House (@chinottohousedesign), a Florida-based commercial and residential interior design firm specializing in relaxed, creative and contemporary design. We talk about their personal desi…

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Episode 104: Mom-Mom Said No, Confronting Disappointment 12:34

2y ago12:34

12:34

Have you ever been let down? Experienced the devastation that comes with being told “no” to your heart’s desire despite it being so close you can touch it? The topics of the law of attraction and “manifestation” are still trending, yet who is talking about when that shit don’t work? I AM! Tune into today’s episode while I recall a moment that revea…

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Episode 103: Nightmares 7:56

2y ago7:56

7:56

Today, I'm talking about...nightmares. Could there be a higher purpose to those scary dreams that can sometimes wake you up in a sweat? Let's Reflect! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ayana51/message

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Episode 102: Stillness 6:49

2+ y ago6:49

6:49

Often when divorcing parents come to me, one has been estranged from their child and they don't know why. They feel heartbroken and are full of fear that things in court will not go their way. Despite our work together to get them insight into what their child is truly thinking and feeling, there are natural delays in both the healing and legal pro…

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Vine Therapy Trailer 0:43

2+ y ago0:43

0:43

You ever start a night by just opening a bottle of wine with a good friend and begin a conversation merely remarking about how great the wine is? Before you know it, 3 hours and 2 bottles have passed and you have just had the most enlightening conversation about your careers, your family, your love life, and everything in between. This podcast repr…

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Laney Schwartz on developing recipes that make cooking less intimidating 30:28

2+ y ago30:28

30:28

I'm joined by Laney Schwartz (@lifeisbutadish) today! Laney has a fascinating story about how she became a successful food blogger. We talk about how she started blogging with her kids at home and turned it into a job, tips she has for people who want to learn to cook at home, and how to build an audience as a creator. Use code AYANA for $100 off h…

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Aubrey Johansen on competing on Chopped as a personal chef 27:38

2+ y ago27:38

27:38

Aubrey Johansen (@thatswhatsheeats) is on the show today! She's a personal chef to professional athletes and incredible recipe developer who recently competed on Chopped. We talk about it all — how she became a food photographer, building a social media presence, how she comes up with new ideas, and why she thinks it's important to make accessible …

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Gulin Cetin on becoming a content creator while a PhD candidate 27:30

2+ y ago27:30

27:30

This week, I'm joined by the fabulous Gulin Cetin (@coffeecupsandroses). She's one of the most creative people I follow online, and I loved getting to hear her story. We talk about how she became a full-time content creator while a Comparative Literature PhD candidate, where she finds inspiration and how she plans out shoots, and her thoughts on cu…

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Charlene Carruthers shares her path to becoming an award-winning filmmaker 25:44

2+ y ago25:44

25:44

Welcome back to the show! After a quick summer break, we’re back and better than ever with an incredible guest. Charlene Carruthers (@charlenecarruthers) is a feminist activist, author, and filmmaker. We talk about her award-winning film The Funnel, her background as an activist, and why she became a filmmaker. You can connect with her below: thefu…

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Rufai Zakari : Art Changes People. People Change the World 55:28

2+ y ago55:28

55:28

Art is a powerful tool that can be used to change the world. It's a way to express yourself and make others feel good. Art can be used in many ways, but the most important thing is how you use it. Meet our guest, Rufai Zakari, an artist and community leader based in Accra and Bawku in Ghana who explores consumerism, environmental pollution, labor, …

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Camile Lofters on leaving the classroom after 15 years of teaching 32:18

3y ago32:18

32:18

After a brief hiatus, the podcast is back — and I'm joined by Camile Lofters (@inliteralcolor) to discuss leaving the classroom after 15 years. Camile is a brilliant educator who is passionate about teaching high school English and journalism, and she graciously shared her experience with me. We discuss how the pandemic changed schooling, what it's…

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Ghizlane Sahli: The role of art in society 43:47

3y ago43:47

43:47

Art is a very powerful medium to create awareness and promote environmental conservation. Artists have used their creativity to make people aware of the environment and its importance. With their help, people can understand the cause of global warming, deforestation, wildlife extinction, and many other issues related to nature. Ghizlane Sahli, our …

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Erin Andersen on helping people leave toxic work cultures 28:56

3y ago28:56

28:56

One of my favorite parts of the show is learning about jobs I didn't know existed, and that's what this week's episode is all about! I'm chatting with Erin Andersen (@yourbrandnetworker) about her job as a career transition coach and LinkedIn marketing strategist. Erin became a career coach after leaving a toxic work environment herself, and now sh…

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Moffat Takadiwa: Using Art to Confront The Colonial Hangover in Africa 43:49

3y ago43:49

43:49

Arts is not a priority in most African countries, and most art institutions are funded by foreign donors, which means they don't have the freedom to represent local artists. Consequently, taking your pieces of work to the world could be difficult without the needed support. But despite the obvious challenge, some great minds and talents are sailing…

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Ashley Scott: Honoring black people's history through sculpture 49:58

3y ago49:58

49:58

In this episode, Ashley Scott opens up on how art has played a great role in her self-development and how she uses it to tell the story of her history and culture. Creating a sculpture is quite different from other forms of art. It involves using various tools, materials, and techniques to make the final piece. The process can be long and arduous, …

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Chloé Watts shares how she founded a successful digital strategy company 24:50

3y ago24:50

24:50

This week, I virtually hopped across the pond to chat with the one and only Chloé Watts. She's the founder and CEO of chloédigital, the premier business development and digital strategy membership for creators. It's been a huge help to my business, so I was thrilled to chat with her. We cover how she started her career as a self-taught designer, wh…

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Fadzai Veronica Muchemwa: From a Teacher to Being the First Female Head Curator for Contemporary Art of the National Gallery of Zimbabwe 38:48

3y ago38:48

38:48

How does one transition from being a teacher to being a curator for contemporary art? It calls for a lot of dedication, determination, and great self-will. Fadzai Veronica Muchemwa is living proof that it is possible. She has grown her career as a curator to the level of the Deputy director and curator of contemporary art at the National Gallery of…

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On the Nigerian Legal system 37:14

3y ago37:14

37:14

Is it one? Or is it two? I it made up of carefully curated ingredients like a delicious edikang ikong soup or smashed together like pounded yam? Dr Misbau Lateef explains the what, how, where of the Nigerian Legal system in a most interesting way. PS: No legal jargon was used in this episode.

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Josie Bullard on dropping out of college to become a full-time content creator 24:30

3y ago24:30

24:30

Josie Bullard (@josie.bullard) is on the show today! She's one of the first influencers I ever followed, and she has so many insights to share. We talk about her dropping out of college to become a full-time content creator and how that paid off, along with how she's been able to find success on multiple social platforms. Josie also shares her dail…

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Serge Tiroche: Why you should invest in Contemporary African Art 33:47

3y ago33:47

33:47

In the very first episode of „The Frame“, Sandra Ndachengedzwa talks to patron of the arts and collector Serge Tiroche about his journey from the financial industry for a decade, back to finding his passion in art, and how he balances investment and passion. Besides, he dives deep into why Contemporary African art is gaining momentum and how he tri…

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Tabitha Sewer on building a career as a full-time sewing content creator 33:12

3y ago33:12

33:12

Tabitha Sewer (@tabithasewer) is on the show today (and yes, that's her real last name). She's a fashion and sewing content creator who specializes in creating colorful, vibrant clothing. We discuss her career journey — going back to school after leaving the military, how she fell in love with fashion, learning to sew, and getting past creative blo…

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Jess Kirby talks leaving Instagram, drawing boundaries, and the future of blogging 34:18

3y ago34:18

34:18

I'm joined by the one-and-only Jess Kirby today, who's one of my absolute favorite bloggers to follow. We discuss how she got her start in the industry, her decision to walk away from Instagram in a few months, the boundaries she's drawn about sharing her daughter online, and staying politically minded as an influencer without feeling overwhelmed b…

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Trailer: The Frame - Conversations with Ayanda Fine Art 1:11

3y ago1:11

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Season 1 of The Frame - Conversations with Ayanda Fine Art, will focus on the movers and shapers from Africa and its Diaspora that are disrupting the art market. The guests will talk about the inspiration behind their art, their collections, and reflect on the catalysts that have had an impact on them. For more information on The Frame - Conversati…

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Marnely Murray talks becoming a pastry chef on Martha's Vineyard 34:50

3y ago34:50

34:50

I'm chatting with Marnely Murray (@marnely_murray), a professionally trained pastry chef, food writer, and the co-founder of a digital marketing agency! We discuss how she moved to New York from the Dominican Republic to attend The Culinary Institute of America, how she started food blogging, and where she found her love of baking and cooking. Conn…

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Winter Dunn and Mikayla Bartholomew on telling Black stories through film 29:25

3y ago29:25

29:25

Today is the first ever episode with multiple guests, and it's a treat. I'm chatting with Winter Dunn and Mikayla Bartholomew about Dear Mama, a short film that centers Black family, loss and hip-hop. Winter directed the short, and Mikayla stars in it. We discuss how they ended up in the entertainment industry, how Dear Mama materialized, the impor…

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Courtney Caldwell on building B2B app ShearShare 25:46

3y ago25:46

25:46

I'm joined today by Courtney Caldwell, the co-founder and CMO of ShearShare. ShearShare — affectionately known as "HairBNB" — is an app that lets beauty professionals rent out their salon spaces, and it's available in more than 900 cities. Courtney has an incredible story about how she and her husband came up with the app (while eating at Chipotle!…

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Episode 101: Will Did A Thang! 12:03

3y ago12:03

12:03

Yes, ladies and gentlemen. Will Smith did that thang. He did it. He was exposed to a vulnerable moment and he slapped the ish out of Chris Rock. However, if we're being really honest with ourselves, how many times have you actually been that person who reacted or imagined being that person who slapped the heck out of somebody after they made what y…

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Lizzetth Bellot on advancing her career while a single mom 35:49

3y ago35:49

35:49

Thrilled to introduce y'all to Lizzetth Bellot, the director of people operations at Light. Lizzetth has worked at companies like Curai, Dropbox, FireEye, and Facebook. She went back to school as a single mom to get her bachelor's and master's degrees and has worked in Silicon Valley since. We talk about the importance of networking, the example sh…

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Natalie McMillan on becoming a full-time artist and jewelry designer 33:17

3y ago33:17

33:17

I'm joined by the fabulous Natalie McMillan (@nataliemcm) this week! She's the founder and sole creative behind her self-titled lifestyle brand and focuses on unique and slightly off-beat pieces. We discuss how she got started with jewelry making, what it's like to make the leap to full-time entrepreneurship, why she doesn't feel the need to have a…

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Felicia Pride on becoming an award-winning filmmaker and TV writer 25:35

3y ago25:35

25:35

I'm thrilled to be joined by Felicia Pride (@feliciapride) today! She is an author turned award-winning filmmaker and TV writer who has written for shows like Queen Sugar and Grey's Anatomy. She's also won accolades for directing tender, a short film, and producing Really Love, which debuted on Netflix as a Top 10 movie. Felicia moved to Los Angele…

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Janina Santillan discusses her path to creative director 27:10

3y ago27:10

27:10

This week, I'm chatting with Janina Santillan. She's the director of creative marketing and brand strategy at East Olivia, a creative agency specializing in large scale floral installations. She shares what it was like to start her career in theater and how she ended up where she is today, advice for handling rejection, and the benefits of working …

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Carmen James on her experience as a blogger and early childhood educator 29:29

3y ago29:29

29:29

I’m joined by Carmen James (@thegoodcarmablog) for today’s episode! She’s the assistant principal at a Montessori school and a blogger. We talk about how education is becoming politicized (critical race theory, Florida’s “don’t say gay” bill, and more). She explains common misconceptions about Montessori education, and we also discuss how she becam…

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Zara Hanawalt on becoming a successful freelance writer 26:10

3y ago26:10

26:10

This week, I'm chatting with Zara Hanawalt, a full-time freelance writer who's been published in publications like Glamour, Parents, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, The Huffington Post, and many more. We discuss how she became a successful freelance writer, what it's like to be underrepresented as a South Asian woman, how to pitch and find story ideas,…

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Austen Tosone talks content creation and passive income 39:38

3y ago39:38

39:38

Happy Wednesday! I'm joined today by Austen Tosone (@austentosone), a fashion and beauty content creator, consultant and entrepreneur. We discuss it all — how she survived print magazine layoffs, what it's like to be consistent across multiple social media platforms, how to get over imposter syndrome when creating educational content, and how she's…

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Well wow, 2022 10:32

3y ago10:32

10:32

Just some random talking about something that came to mind. And a brief welcome back to the podcast world

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