Luma & Bloom
Shining a light on the dark conversations - Luma & Bloom is a podcast that empowers and enlightens. Join cohosts Nic and Kate as they bring thoughtful and insightful dialogue to topics that are otherwise avoided such as human trafficking, exploitation, addictions, and mental health. By having these hard conversations in a meaningful way, they provide a safe space for listeners to grow their minds, learn from knowledgable guests, and challenge their own thoughts and beliefs surrounding these topics. Tune in for new episodes every Monday & check us out on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube!
Episodes
On this weeks episode, we sat down with the lovely Maddie Lesnar, to discuss all things anxiety.
She opened up about her experience battling anxiety - from her first anxiety attack, to the way it changed her life, and all the work she has done since to overcome it.
Thank you so much for being here, we hope you enjoy!💙
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On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with former world-renowned model, the amazing Liz Crawford!
This week we focused on all things body image, how the modelling industry and social media are playing into the way we see ourselves, and how she is revolutionizing the industry by removing sizing for her model agency.
Liz also opened up to us about the incredible struggles she has faced both personall...
Part 1: On this week's episode, we sat down with former world-renowned model, Liz Crawford!
Liz opened up to us about the modelling industry, the hidden underworld of human trafficking within the industry, and shared some personal, startling stories, that will leave you in utter disbelief.
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On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Michal and Joe from Skull Games, and dove into just how they use the internet to hunt predators online.
Skull Games, Inc., founded by Jeff Tiegs, is a non-profit organization that provides analytical and operational support through Law Enforcement Agencies to interdict sex predators, all by using Open-Source information found online. Once identified, Skull Games sup...
On this weeks episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with two incredible people from the Skull Games team, Michal and Joe!
Skull Games, Inc., founded by Jeff Tiegs, is a non-profit organization that provides analytical and operational support through Law Enforcement Agencies to interdict sex predators, all by using Open-Source information found online. Once identified, Skull Games supports Law Enforcement by providi...
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Skip, former military Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper apart of Joint Task Force 2, Canada's Tier 1 counterterrorism force.
We learned more about his time in the military, his tours to Bosnia and Afghanistan, as well as talked about his business CASCA, where he takes his military knowledge and teaches others about situational awareness.
Thank ...
On this weeks episode, we sat down with a very special friend of ours, Skip!
Former military Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper apart of JTF 2, Canada's Tier 1 counterterrorism force, Skip shared all about his military career, including his tours to Bosnia and Afghanistan after 9/11.
One of Canada's true hero's. We hope you enjoy😊
From personal experience to sharing their hot takes, cohosts Nic and Kate unpack it all in this weeks episode surrounding strip clubs.
Whether you think they should be around or not, you're going to want to listen to this one... but buckle up! It may be a bumpy ride.
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On this week's episode, we sat down with the incredibly talented jewellery designer, Hilary Druxman!
Hilary spoke with us about what it was like for her to start a business, the challenges she faced along the way, and the idea that sparked the Mother Bear Necklace.
To learn more and to purchase the Mother Bear Necklace for a mama in your life, visit the link below!
https://hilarydruxman.com/products/53...
On this weeks episode, we spoke with the lovely Nicole Flecknor!
Nicole spoke candidly about her struggle with alcohol that started at a young age and all that came with it, such as struggling with her mental health, and forgetting important moments in her life.
Today, Nicole is free from her addiction, and sharing her story in hopes to inspire others, and share with them that they are not alone.
This week, we continued our conversation with Sesley Sloboda, author and rehabilitation counsellor!
We spoke all about addictions, what they are, and what happens internally within our body when we have them. We also talked about recovery, and the challenges that come along with it.
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On this week's episode, we're joined by author and rehabilitation counsellor, Sesley Sloboda!
Sesley opened up to us about her life growing up and the struggles she faced with mental health, sexual abuse, and abusive relationships, both as a child, and in her teenage years, and how that shaped her as a person.
We also talked all about Sesley's professional career working with individuals overcomin...
On this week's episode, we met with two very incredible university students from UBC to learn all about how they first learned about human trafficking, and how they were inspired to put on an event to raise awareness.
We also got into the controversial topic of sugar dating, and how many university students are turning to this as a way to make money.
For more information and to sign up for Stop the Traffic U...
On this week's episode, we wrap up our conversation with the inspiring Robb Nash- musician, speaker, and mental health advocate.
After a life changing car accident as a teenager, Robb talks about the work he currently does, sharing his story with others and advocating for mental health.
We also dive into the importance of reframing our mindset in order to see what we sometimes think are weaknesses, as streng...
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Robb Nash, musician, speaker, and mental health advocate.
Robb opened up about the first time he talked publicly about his battle with mental health and suicide, after a life-changing, head on collision with a semi truck. What followed after is nothing short of a miracle.
Today, Robb continues to speak publicly about mental health and suicide, in hopes of...
Part 1: On this week's episode, we sat down with the incredible Robb Nash.
After a near death, head on collision with a semi truck in high school, Robb's life was forever changed. His physical injuries were extensive, but what most people didn't see, was the mental battle he was fighting day in and day out.
Today, Robb shares his musical gifts with the world, touring around and sharing his story wit...
On this weeks episode, we sat down with the Joy Smith Foundation's President and CEO, Janet Campbell, to discuss this upcoming National Human Trafficking Awareness Day on February 22nd.
We talked all about what it is, how it came to be, as well as the new campaign that the Foundation is launching, so stay tuned!
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On this weeks episode, we sat down with the incredible Deb Alcadinho, social entrepreneur, speaker, educator, and #1 bestselling international author!
After a traumatic experience one night out with a group of friends, Deb thought she would never speak about the incident. Fast forward many years, Deb decided it was time to have this courageous discussion, in hopes of helping others.
We hope you enjoy this story o...
In this week's episode, Nic and Kate sit down together to have a very important conversation around r@pe culture, consent, and the shame that often follows. They pull from their own experiences through life and work, to break down the barriers in what can be a very challenging topic to approach.
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In this weeks episode, we sat down with the incredibly inspiring Dr. Charles Mulli, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and environmentalist.
While growing up in Kenya, Dr. Mulli faced incredible hardship after being abandoned by his family at the age of six, leaving him to spend his childhood simply trying to survive. Fast forward into adulthood, Dr. Mulli had a life-changing incident, when a group of kids stole his car while...
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