The Kandid Shop

The Kandid Shop

Welcome to ”The Kandid Shop Podcast,” an honest, open space where real people ”Keep it Kandid” about a variety of relevant issues/topics, from relationships to parenting to starting a business, and everything in between! Join me, Kandidly Kristin, for kandid conversations about all things real and relevant!

Episodes

September 6, 2024 6 mins

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Take a listen to the final episode of The Kandid Shop Podcast as I reflect on the incredible journey shared with listeners. From deep conversations to funny laughs, I  look back on four seasons of engaging content and meaningful connections. While the show may be ending, I am excited for future projects that will continue to foster authentic conversations and connections. 
As I close this chapter, I am filled...

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 Summer Break Announcement

Hey Podcast Fam!!

The Kandid Shop Podcast is taking a well-deserved summer break! 
We’ve had an amazing season full of kandid conversations, inspiring stories, and thought-provoking topics. We're pausing the show for the summer to spend time with family, recharge, and bring you even more incredible content.

But don’t worry, we’ll be back before you know it!
Mark your calendar...

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Curious about the evolving landscape of love and relationships? You're in for a treat!
In this Best Of Season 3 episode, Relationship coaches Gayle Lynn and Jess Lynn(no relation) join me to uncover the intricate world of non-traditional relationships.
From polyamory to swinging, we dispel myths and share firsthand experiences that challenge societal norms. Gayle opens up about her journey into pol...

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What if you could transform your life from the inside out?
Join me, as I sit down with the remarkable Tina C. Hines, a Life Transformation Specialist, empath, intuitive, clairvoyant, medium, and healer as we discuss just that!
In this heartfelt episode of The Kandid Shop, Tina opens up about her profound journey from a 30-year corporate career to becoming a beacon of hope and healing for women. She kandi...

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Ready to revolutionize your friendships and set healthier boundaries? Join me, as I sit down with the insightful Dr. Leslie Dobson, a clinical and forensic psychologist and the brilliant author behind "The Friend Cleanse."
We uncover her unique journey through the challenging world of psychology, particularly her impactful work with acutely mentally ill individuals. You'll gain a clear underst...

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How do you navigate life when your identity is constantly questioned? In this heart-to-heart episode of The Kandid Shop, I sat down chat with the inspiring duo, Life Coach & Host of the "Be You, Do You" podcast Sam Castle, and his wife Vanessa Castle, an MSW and LGBTQ+ advocate.
Sam opens up about his journey as a transgender man and his work as a Certified Behavioral Health professional specia...

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!!Content Warning!!
 This episode contains discussions about legal sex work and is for the purpose of supporting legal sex workers' rights, work health, safety, and well-being. If this content offends you, please don't listen further. Thank you and enjoy the show.

Join the conversation as I sit down with the insightful Madame Bella Cummins, Owner of Bella's Hacienda Ranch and Founder o...

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Have you ever felt the heavy weight of being told to forgive when your heart wasn't ready? Join me, as I engage in an enlightening conversation with  Counselor, Reiki Master, and the Founder of Illuminated Path Counseling, Michelle Agopsowicz. 
Together, we get kandid about toxic forgiveness and how societal norms rush us into a reconciliation that may not serve our healing. 

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In today’s episode of The Kandid Shop, I had the pleasure of chatting with Corey Nathan, the creative mind behind the "Talkin Politics and Religion Without Killin’ Each Other" podcast. Corey shared his unique journey from growing up in an observant Jewish family to converting to Christianity in his late twenties, which sparked his interest in navigating challenging conversations about religion and polit...

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The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and listeners should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional...

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Ever wondered how a person's life could pivot on a single moment or 2?
That's what happened to Darius Wallace, a one-time gang-involved teen whose life took a dramatic turn toward the footlights thanks to a teacher's timely intervention. My guest this week is the extraordinary Darius himself, whose powerful one-man shows breathe life into historical giants like Frederick Douglass and Malcolm X...

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Have you ever thought the timeless tradition of card games could reveal profound cultural stories?  
Well, today's episode was nothing short of a treat as I sit down with the insightful and engaging Lamont Jones, a boxing business attorney and the Author of  the critically acclaimed book, "The Gist of Bid Whist: The Culturally-Rich Card Game from Black America."

Lamont's passion for Bid Whi...

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Embark on a historical odyssey with our beacon of knowledge on Los Angeles suburbia's evolution, Becky Nicolaides, Historian and Author of, "The New Suburbia." Discover a past where fair housing laws and the crumbling of racial covenants ushered in a vibrant era of multiculturalism across once-segregated neighborhoods. Through Becky's narrative in "The New Suburbia," we cast a lens o...

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Uncover the transformative power of worms and laughter in my enlightening conversation with Cathy Nesbitt, the visionary behind Cathy's Crawley's Composters, Sprouters, and Laughter Club. As we navigate the fertile grounds of sustainability, Cathy shares her expertise on the revolution beneath our feet—vermicomposting—and the sprouts that add vigor to our meals and our planet. Her laughter yoga journey ...

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On this episode, I embark on a healing journey with Kim Carpenter, a mindset coach with an intuitive legacy. This episode is a powerful exploration of the transformation from the depths of narcissistic abuse to the heights of self-empowerment. Kim opens up about her triumph over toxic relationships, gifting listeners with the tools to recognize and recover from the manipulation of a narcissist. Her profound insig...

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Have you ever found yourself helplessly watching a loved one struggle with addiction or mental health issues? You're not alone, and this episode is a gentle yet potent reminder of the hope and support available. Join me as I sit down with Dr. Brian Licuanan, a Psychologist who has dedicated his life to navigating the choppy waters of mental health and addiction treatment. We peel back the layers of his profe...

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When the stakes are high and tensions run higher, it's the voice of calm that can make all the difference.  I sat down with Sean DeMarco Garcia, Founder of Astrochemistry Consulting LLC & Author of an upcoming e-book, "It's Not About You: Lessons, Memories and Techniques in Crisis Communication," and we get real about the art of de-escalation and crisis intervention. Sean's winding pa...

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Discover the intricacies of sustainability with John Pabon, a trailblazer in the field and Author of “Sustainability for the Rest of Us: Your No-Bullshit, Five-Point Plan for Saving the Planet” and “The Great Greenwashing: How Brands, Governments, and Influencers are Lying to You," as we unravel how to make tangible impacts on the planet. Our conversation is not only an exploration of environmental protectio...

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Embark on a profound journey with Dr. Robert Eschmann, Educator, Filmmaker and Author of the critically acclaimed "When the Hood Comes Off: Racism and Resistance in the Digital Age."
Our conversation pierces through the veil of digital anonymity, revealing the entanglement of technology and racism. Dr. Eschmann's personal encounters with racism, both in the virtual world and within the halls o...

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Ever wrestled with the shadows of your past, especially when it comes to love?
Licensed Mental Health Counselor and expert Certified Life, Love Trauma Recovery & Mindset Coach, Riana Milne sits down with me to dissect the origins of our adult relationship woes, tracing them back to the traumas of our childhoods. Together, we navigate the often overlooked but crucial top ten childhood traumas, and how to ...

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