My toxic trait is...well I guess you will have to tune in! This week, Katie and Ashleigh discuss the phenomenon of 'Toxic Traits' and how they affect ourselves and others. Ashleigh shares background on personality traits and how they are formed, while Katie helps identify specific toxic traits with her three part system. Are you working through some toxic behavior yourself? Ashleigh provides an easy guide to working through your traits to become the best version of yourself. Does all of this see...
Jun 02, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 27
When there are literally BILLIONS of dollars going in and out of the fitness industry, there has to be some unusual businesses under that right? This week Katie and Ashleigh dig up cults, unethical boutique studios, outdated workout trends, current unique workout trends, and how reveal wealthy white women are at the center of it all. LEAVE A REVIEW: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cocoanut-grove/id1597656025 References: https://www.shondaland.com/live/body/a36832001/navigating-the-cult-wor...
May 24, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 26
So long Solos! At least for now. This week, Katie is joined by a very special guest, temporary podcast host, and boyfriend: Nestor Fuentes! Nestor is a self-taught fine dining chef with an ambition of earning a Michelin Star. In this episode, Katie attempts to understand what it's like to be a chef, the role cultures play in food, and how someone with refined taste finds a new place to eat. Stay through the end of the episode to hear his recommendations of the best: Tacos, Vibe for a Birthday, D...
May 17, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 25
We hope you're loving these SOLOS! It's Katie's turn this week and she is eager to talk to you about finding who you are. Like who you *really* are. She helps you answer questions like: "who am I?" "what do I want from life?" "what is my purpose?" "what do I like?" "what is my value?" As you've heard week after week, Katie has been experiencing an identity crisis, and this conversation is a look at how she has been approaching this. Get your notebooks out, jot these tips down, and get ready to g...
May 10, 2022•34 min•Ep. 24
It's another SOLO WEEK! This week, sit down for an intimate chat with Ashleigh as she covers getting Covid-19, making vacation plans, how to maximize your travel experience, and what else is going on in her world. Want to know how to save money, how to stay safe, how to budget, or the must-have packing essentials this summer? Then this episode is for you! Grab that Mai Tai, pull out your notebooks, and get ready to plan the BEST getaway this summer. If you enjoyed this episode (or any of our epi...
May 02, 2022•53 min•Ep. 23
Continuing their last conversation, and taking it to new lengths, Ashleigh and Katie discuss filters, body modifications, body editing, and the general effects of social media. Does body modification affect your mental health? Does changing your appearance qualify as body dysmorphia? What the hell is “Snapchat Dysmorphia”?! Join this fascinating conversation and explore the many sides of beauty standards. Did you notice a new structure in the intro? Yes, we've changed up our routine! Tune in wee...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 22
It's a solo episode week! Whaaat?! Yes, Katie is flying solo for the first time and bringing to you a heavy topic that was on her mind a lot during her week out. This week on the Cocoanut Grove, we are talking Trauma, Families, and Genetics, and how it all ties together. Learn about intergenerational trauma, epigenetics, and examples of how trauma affects minority groups. Also, learn about a type of therapy that is recognized as the leading form of therapy for PTSD. If you enjoyed this episode (...
Apr 19, 2022•32 min•Ep. 21
What's the most "LA" thing we could talk about this week? Plastic Surgery of course! This week, Katie and Ashleigh have a discussion on all the most frequently asked questions about Plastic Surgery, such as 'What are the most common procedures', 'Do lip injections hurt', and 'When is the right time to get botox'! But is plastic surgery only for the vain and the vapid? We think not! In this discussion, your favorite hosts break down the stigma, the privilege associated, and why plastic surgery sh...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 20
Have you ever wondered "who are the girls behind the Cocoanut Grove Podcast"? Like what is their starbucks order? What makes them tick? What's in and what's out? Well you're in luck! While most of our episodes are well thought out with references and amazing guests, we wanted to take this week to let you in on the hosts behind the mic. What movies make Katie cry, where is Ashleigh vacationing this year, and what are their opinions on TikTok and social media? Listen in and find out! If you enjoye...
Mar 28, 2022•59 min•Ep. 19
Burnout. We've ALL been there, and many of us are currently experiencing it in our own lives. Whether it's work, relationships, creative endeavors, burnout is REAL and can infect even our favorite aspects of life. This week, join Ashleigh and Katie as they identify the signs of burnout in their lives, how it differs from depression, and how they work on it. Have you been thinking or wishing that you would "get back to your regular self" in times of stress or overwhelm, then this episode could be...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 18
This week, Katie and Ashleigh discuss the Female Gaze! What is it, what are examples of it, and how is it different from the Male Gaze? They discuss what they find attractive in a partner, the types of men and women portrayed in mainstream media, and why The Female Gaze is so hard to define. Is it even real, or just something made up by feminist media? If you enjoyed this episode (or any of our episodes!), please leave us a written review! We would love to hear your thoughts and see how these ep...
Mar 14, 2022•50 min•Ep. 17
This week, Katie and Ashleigh talk Hypnotherapy! Yeah, you know, like "you are getting sleepy", but actually not. They are joined by Hypnotherapist Elisa Reale who helps us understand the importance of this practice, how it applies to everyday life, and how it's not as scary or questionable as it might sound. Elisa even gives us a trial experience while she guides us through the beginning stages of hypnosis. Other areas of discussion around this topic are: goal setting, perfectionism, manifestat...
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 16
In past episodes, we've touched on Spirituality through the lens of whatever the topic was. This week, we thought we'd dive deeper into what Spirituality is, what it means for the individual versus collective, and how to manifest your dream life. Katie and Ashleigh are joined by Andi Eaton of OuiWeGirl. Andi is a Soul Coach, sharing practices she learned along her spiritual journey, encouraging others to make their deepest desires a reality. Join us for this episode to hear her story, learn what...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 15
Happy Valentine's Day! While today might typically be for romantic relationships, Katie and Ashleigh wanted to take the opportunity to chat about a different type of relationship: Adult Friendships! Have you ever struggled to make new friends? Or maybe you moved somewhere new and want to know how to meet new people? OR, you are working through a mental health barrier that's making it more difficult to put yourself out there? We've got you! In this episode, Katie and Ashleigh share their experien...
Feb 14, 2022•59 min•Ep. 14
This week Ashleigh and Katie sit down with licensed therapists, and fellow podcasters, Lauren and Ryanne from Dope Sh*t My Therapist Says for their first ever pod swap! On this episode, they dive head first into a mental health discussion, and find similarities and differences in the millenial vs. Gen z experience. Lauren and Ryanne teach us about cycle breakers, creating healthy social media boundaries, and making new friends. They touch on how Covid-19 has greatly affected the younger generati...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 13
This week Ashleigh and Katie start their weekly conversation out with a little real talk about social media and plastic surgery. Will Instagram always feel performative? Then they are joined by anti-diet coach MaKenzie Costley to discuss diet-culture, intuitive eating, and food freedom. MaKenzie tells her personal story of being a health and fitness coach and realizing she was on the wrong path and how that led her to teaching women to stop restricting. Listen to what a "win" sounds like for her...
Jan 31, 2022•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 12
This week Ashleigh and Katie invite photographer Avery J. Klein on the world of Crypto, NFTs, the Metaverse, and Web 3.0. Avery breaks down the terminology, major industry players, and how physical artists can take advantage of this new market. This episode is great for those looking to learn about the digital world without feeling intimidated or overwhelmed! Avery also provides some insight to the negative aspects of this space, as well as the environmental impact, and why there is hope. FOLLOW...
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 11
This week Ashleigh and Katie are celebrating their 10th episode! Join as they discuss the difference between Optimism and Toxic Positivity and how a positive 'can-do' attitude can cause more harm that good. They share ways to identify Toxic Positivity, how to navigate it on either side of the coin, and some alternatives. Learn what people are doing to cultivate authenticity and live a more emotionally-balanced life. Is it a bad thing to be an optimist? Find out on this week's episode! FOLLOW US!...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 10
This week Ashleigh and Katie talk about the very timely topic of goal setting for the new year. In this episode, join the pair as they discuss the types of goals you can set, how habits affect goal setting, an internal vs external locus of control, enneagrams, dopamine fasting, and intentionally experiencing boredom. If you're looking for motivation for the new year, or validation to take the rest you need, this episode will light you up! FOLLOW US! TCGP Ashleigh Katie Sources: Oscarsson M, Carl...
Jan 10, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 9
This week Ashleigh and Katie get into the New Year’s spirit this week, quite literally, with the timely topic of the “Alcohol-free Movement”. This week's guest is Karolina Rzadowolska, an alcohol-free wellness coach, entrepreneur and best selling author of the book “Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You”. Karolina walks us through the shocking facts about America’s relationship to alcohol and ask us to challenge that narrative. She is an inspiring and empowered female le...
Jan 03, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 8
BONUS EPISODE! Join Katie and Ashleigh as they continue their conversation with Brian Vlasak on Astrology. Learn the Science of Vibes, what is a Saturn Return, identifying Intuition, and hear a special 2022 Astrological Prediction! Brian “Dr B” Vlasak holds a Ph.D. in Music Composition (University of Iowa), an MFA in Creative Writing (Emerson College), as well as three other degrees and a baccalaureate certificate (Iowa, SUNY Potsdam). Presently, Dr. Vlasak is an astrologer and essayist who work...
Dec 27, 2021•1 hr 26 min
This week Ashleigh and Katie sit down with Astrologer Brian Vlasak to discuss the astrology, birth charts, roman mythology, memetics, critical thinking, and more! Follow along with Ashleigh as she has her birth chart read live for the first time, and stay for an insightful conversation about humanity. Brian “Dr B” Vlasak holds a Ph.D. in Music Composition (University of Iowa), an MFA in Creative Writing (Emerson College), as well as three other degrees and a baccalaureate certificate (Iowa, SUNY...
Dec 27, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 7
This week Ashleigh and Katie take this week to sit back, chill, and get festive. On this holiday special, learn about the history of the famous Cocoanut Grove Nightclub, why we chose it as the name for our podcast, and finish off with some Christmas-related trivia! Grab your eggnog and get silly with us. **GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT** If you leave us a written review on Apple Podcasts, you will be entered to our weekly giveaway. Winner will be notified the following Saturday. Stay tuned next week for...
Dec 20, 2021•46 min•Ep. 6
This week Ashleigh and Katie discuss the term “sex work”, House of Gucci, and Blurred Love. Featuring special guest Saraha Dee. Sahara Dee is a full service sex worker located in Los Angeles. In this episode, they dive into some of the stereotypes that sex workers face, hear about the good, the bad and the downright kinky. Ashleigh and Katie ask those questions you’ve always wanted to ask. Come learn from and get to know a sex worker first hand - we think you’ll be happily surprised. **GIVEAWAY ...
Dec 13, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 5
This week Ashleigh and Katie discuss food deserts, the lack of nutritious foods in many communities across America, the LA Food Bank and their most recent statistics, and actionable steps you can take to give back this year. Because this is the season for giving, we'd love to invite you to donate to the various charities and non-profits we mention in this episode. Through December, we will match your donation 2:1, up to $200. To donate, visit paypal.me/cocoanutgrove . Thanks for tuning in, and w...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 4
Ashleigh and Katie invite their first guest onto the podcast to discuss the healing properties of psychedelic medicine, who is and isn't right for this journey, and what it might entail. In this episode they explore first-experiences, cautious tales, and where the future of mental health is headed. Join in on the conversation! If you enjoyed this episode, please share, as well as subscribe and review to help us reach more ears! Part One: Weekly Catch Up, 0:00-25:16 Part Two: Guest Introduction, ...
Nov 29, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 3
EP TWO: This week Ashleigh and Katie discuss what fast fashion is, the environmental impacts, and what our alternative options are. But is fast fashion all bad? Listen along and join the discussion. Part One: Weekly Catch Up, 0:00-23:39 Part Two: What is Fast Fashion? What Can We Do?, 23:40-1:04:12 FOLLOW US! TCGP Ashleigh Katie Mentions: @oldloserinbrooklyn Sources: Bick et al., 2018 R. Bick, E. Halsey, C.C. Ekenga The global environmental injustice of fast fashion Environ. Health, 17 (1) (2018...
Nov 29, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the Cocoanut Grove! As the start of the three-part premiere, Katie and Ashleigh tell their moving stories, reflect on their favorite parts of LA, and share some laughs over a glass of wine. Part One: Weekly Catch Up, 0:00-12:42 Part Two: About Katie & Ashleigh, 12:43-23:41 Part Three: Q&A, 23:41-43:52 FOLLOW US! TCGP Ashleigh Katie If you enjoyed this Podcast, please share, rate, and review! As a small podcast, we rely on the support of our listeners to help us grow and welcom...
Nov 29, 2021•44 min•Ep. 1
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