Chronically Cozy Business Chats
The Cozy Chats Podcast — Real conversations for chronically ill and neurodivergent business owners who are done pretending “hustle culture” works for them. Hosted by Randi Pullar, cozy business coach and creator of the Chronically Cozy Creators Club, this podcast dives into the real stories behind accessible, body-honouring businesses. Each episode features honest chats with entrepreneurs who are redefining success on their own terms — with flexibility, rest, and self-acceptance built right into their workday. Whether you’re growing a handmade shop from your bed, running your biz between flare-ups, or simply trying to build something sustainable without burning out, you’ll find comfort, validation, and plenty of cozy inspiration here.
Episodes
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In this episode, I sit down with Liz Cruz to explore sustainable social media strategies for creators navigating chronic illness, neurodivergence and low-energy seasons. We deconstruct the "hustle" culture of content creation, offering a roadmap for building an authentic community without the burnout. Together, we cover actionable approaches to platform management, effective content pillars, and overcomin...
On This Episode of Cozy Chats
I talk to Tiffany Leader to discuss the challenges of burnout, especially for chronically ill and neurodivergent entrepreneurs.
After commiserating together and sharing our own experiences, tiffany share
various strategies for managing energy, the importance of self-compassion, and the role of support systems in preventing burnout.
We explore the ways hustle culture has g...
On This Episode of Cozy Chats
I talked to Abigail Alvarez - a podcast manager and content repurposing specialist - and together we explored the world of podcasting, discussing its anti-capitalistic nature, the importance of community, and strategies for content creation and SEO.
She also shares her personal experiences as a chronically ill entrepreneur, and emphasizes the flexibility and adaptability of podcasting ...
On This Episode of Cozy Chats
I spoke with Candice, a mental health therapist and burnout coach, about the challenges and strategies of balancing parenthood, neurodivergence, and running a business.
We discussed the importance of building a burnout-proof life, and the necessity of aligning values and intentions. Candice shares insights on creating effective systems, the significance of communication in relationshi...
In this episode I took some time to slow down and get cozy with Kirien, a multi-passionate mindfulness practitioner, about the importance of slowing down and creating a cozy space around you.
He talks about building his practice and space all around the concept of mindfulness, and wanting to help others find that peace as well. Kirien shares insights into various modalities such as Reiki, sound healing, and forest therapy, emp...
A Cozy Chat with Jess of Jess Creatives About How your Website and SEO can Work while you Rest
On This Episode of Cozy Chats
Jess and I dive into the importance of websites and SEO! If you're feeling overwhelmed by digital marketing, this guide will break down the essentials for you.
With social media's growing dominance, many may question the necessity of owning a website. However, Jess argues that having your own platform i...
On This Episode of Cozy Chats I had such an engaging chat with Lyndsey Hanna where we dove into the importance of setting boundaries, especially for neurodivergent folks.
Lyndsey shared her whole journey in HR, talking about the challenges of speaking up for yourself at work and how crucial it is to know your own energy and environment.
We also dove into some really practical stuff like using contracts for setting b...
A Cozy Chat with Artist, Carla Fairchild - About the way art and creativity has given her a therapeutic outlet to grow and heal from a rare chronic illness that tried to steal her joy.
In this Cozy Chat, Carla Fairchild joined me from her bed, as it was a high pain day for her, and this started us on the topic of how chronic illness steals our abilities– but also how it creates resilience and strength as we learn to...
A Cozy Chat with Stacy Keele -Spoonie CEO Advisor + Human Design Mystic Mentor
About how we can support our health and wellbeing while building a cozy business with chronic illness and neurodivergence when we learn to work with our bodies and minds.
Key Takeaways
- Building community is essential for Spoonies health and wellbeing
- Chronic illness and neurodivergence often intersect and it is important that we unde...
Chatting with Mike + Dory: Hosts of The Othering Podcast
How marginalized creators are using podcasts to make connections, share their stories, and build communities, despite physical, societal and economic barriers. Healing each other one episode at a time.
In this episode I chat with Mike and Dory - the hosts of the Othering Podcast - about how fun it is hosting a podcast and how it is helping us create communities for &ldquo...
In this episode of Cozy Chats, I sat down with Lou Kozlevcar (they/them)—a Melbourne-based web developer and digital consultant—to talk about building accessible businesses, navigating tech without burnout, and why patience (with yourself and your software) might be the most underrated business skill of all.
We also dig into freelancing boundaries, websites that actually support your business, and why...
This weeks conversation with Courtney Davila, a Fashion stylist in LA, covers her journey to becoming a fashion stylist, the transition to freelancing, and how she is making adaptations and accommodations for herself
She emphasizes the physically demanding nature of fashion styling and the importance of self-care and setting boundaries in freelancing.
We also talk about the importance of building communities, uplifting others, a...
In this cozy chat with Jesse Myers, an artist, she shares her journey of living with chronic illness and how it led her to start a creative business painting pet portraits and making Stickers! She discusses the challenges, triumphs, and how the support of her husband has helped her in pursuing her passion for art and creating pet portraits.
Connect with Jessie:
On Instagram: @prettyrudejj
On Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/pr...
In this engaging conversation, Randi Pullar and Dr. Catrina Mitchum explore the intricacies of learning experience design and course creation.
They discuss the importance of quality in online courses, the need for accessibility, and the challenges faced by course creators, especially those with chronic illnesses.
The conversation also delves into effective marketing strategies, building trust within communities, and the significance ...
In this conversation, Helena discusses her experience with burnout, emphasizing the importance of self-care and consistency in managing workload. She reflects on her past struggles with overworking and the lessons learned about pacing oneself to avoid burnout.
Connect with Helena
on Instagram @helenasbookishgiftsstore
https://helenasbookishgifts.com
🎙 About Cozy Chat Podcast
This is a space to slow down and learn more about buildin...
If you survived 2025, congrats, truly. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I’m building my business in 2026 in a way that actually works with my body and brain instead of bulldozing over them.
This is a real, no-fluff breakdown of what it looks like to prioritize health, slow growth, community, and systems that don’t cause constant flare-ups or burnout. No hustle. No “just push through.” No pretend...
Very few of the fantastic things that happened this year were planned - but so far it's all turned out pretty well! In this last episode of the year, I reflect on how my cozy business and community have grown.
In this episode of Cozy Chats, I speak with Jackie Norton, an author living with chronic illness. We discuss Jackie's journey with long COVID, POTS, and other health challenges, and how she turned her experiences into a book. The conversation explores the importance of community, storytelling, and humour in coping with chronic illness, as well as the challenges of navigating the medical system and the self-publishing process. Jacki...
In this episode of Cozy Chats, I speak with therapist and author Kate Mageau about her journey through chronic illness, neurodivergence, and domestic violence. We discuss the importance of understanding these experiences, the healing power of writing, and the challenges of self-publishing. Kate shares insights from her book, 'Rose Colored Glasses,' and emphasizes the need for support systems and knowledge in overcoming trauma. The ...
In this episode, I talk to Ali Cameron - AKA @SeatedPerspectives - about how she is making her business feel more accessible to herself and how she makes her programs accessible to her clients. The little things really go a long way.
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