Unpacking Stories
Oftentimes the most inspiring stories are the ones that surround us. These are the ones of our parents, friends, neighbors, or maybe even an acquaintance. From changing careers to growing up in the midst of a war, and everything in between. Each week Mel will 'unpack' her guests' stories, their path, and the pivotal moments in their lives!
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Let's get this party started! For this final episode of season two I wanted to do something a little different and talk about travel stories. I sat down with two of my great friends, Shannon and Nasreen to talk all things travel from: food, getting proposed to by strangers, spontaneous tattoos, and spending time in an elephant sanctuary -- just to name a few. While we can't wait to have our passports...
This week's storyteller is Enzo Domingo! Enzo dives into his journey of personal growth, life lessons, heartbreak, and finding comedy through it all… literally. We chat about his transition through majors in school, the ambition he had jumping into video production, and how he landed a job as a Studio Director before graduation. As many hopeless romantics do, he made a pivot from New Jersey to...
Hello and welcome to another episode of Unpacking Stories! I'm so stoked to introduce this week's storyteller **drumroll please** Toni Marinucci! Toni is a fellow podcaster of the Tips With Toni Podcast, Registered Dietitian, Health and Wellness coach whose passion is to help people live happier and healthier lives.
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From enjoying Kafta and kicking a soccer ball in the streets of Istanbul, Turkey to venturing to the US, today's storyteller Ogulcan is taking us through his journey. He recalls the special realization he had the moment he received his diploma. He talks about moving to the US alone at age 22...
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Did you know that if you are a storm-chaser and you see a tornado, you reward yourself with a steak dinner? Well this week's storyteller is Meteorologist Addison Green. Addison talks about the time he saw not one, not two, but thirteen tornadoes in Kansas. If you love weather, or hearing about weather phenomena from someo...
Welcome back, friends!!! I hope you are all doing well and having an amazing week. This week's storyteller is Aashna. Aashna dives into her journey growing up in India, having the privilege to attend boarding school in Singapore, and going to college in the US. She shares her experience majoring in Psychology and Theater and tells us about the time she directed a play about psychological torture for ...
Welcome back to Season Two of Unpacking Stories! Oftentimes the most inspiring stories are the ones that surround us. From finding a home in a new country, becoming your own boss, storm chasing, overcoming life's challenges, and sometimes scary travel experiences. Each week Mel will 'unpack' her guests' stories, their path, and the pivotal moments in their lives!
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Happy Monday, friends!
This week's storyteller is Desiree Vazquez, a queen of many talents. She takes us through her life: from growing up in the Bronx, to venturing out on her own in California. Desiree shares the struggles and successes of her journey as a producer, singer, and actress. Desiree talks about growing up quickly, toxic relationships, re-discoverin...
Hey Friends! Sending so much love and light to you in this new year.
This week's storyteller is Shannon Talley. She is the host and mastermind behind the Blerds and Nerds Podcast. She shares stories about growing up in NYC, the Disney ride that sparked a fear of elevators, her drive to always go after her goals, and what inspired her to start her first podcast. ...
Happy New Year's, friends! Today's storyteller is Josue Chanduvi. Josue is the Chef and Owner of the restaurant "Grandma's Spanish Kitchen." He shares stories about his upbringing and some serendipitous encounters that led to life lessons beyond starting a business at 19. Josue talks about the time he had recurring dreams about his grandmother, which inspired him to open his own Candy Shop. Josue exp...
Today we have Bulls' fan, Chicago-raised, Brooklyn-based foodie, Rani Mack! We chat growing up in Chicago, living in Israel, moving to NYC, and her journey as a sound engineer for various concerts. She shares her memorable NYC stories and we discuss pizza. Chicago or New York style pizza? You tell us! Please rate, review, subscribe, like and all that good stuff! Thanks so much and enjoy!
Happy Monday! This week I sit down with my father, Daniel as he takes us through his journey growing up in El Salvador and the events that led him to leave during the country's civil war. We dive into his life as a young man in the United States and Canada. We talk about struggles and achievements, and the people who played a pivotal role in his life. He even gives some amazing car maintenance tips e...
Today's storyteller is Christina! Christina is the inspiring and wonderful founder of 'Being Joyfully You' (An incredible group dedicated to spreading joy and connecting with one another!). We talk about: navigating motherhood at 21, marriage, divorce, maintaining joy in each season of life, and learning to forgive yourself. Please rate review and subscribe!
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Welcome! This is the intro to Unpacking Stories and a few of the many reasons I was inspired to start this collection of stories. Many thanks to everyone who has given their time and energy to me and this podcast. I'm so grateful to all of you for taking the time to listen and watch! The first episode will be out tomorrow morning.
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Oftentimes the most inspiring stories are the ones that surround us. These are the ones of our parents, friends, neighbors, or maybe even an acquaintance. From changing careers to growing up in the midst of a war, and everything in between. Each week Mel will 'unpack' her guests' stories, their path, and the pivotal moments in their lives!
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