We were gobsmacked when Sheri Salata said yes to coming on our podcast! And then we got nervous, and we did it anyway because it was something we dreamed of and who doesn’t take the opportunity when it arises?! What a delightful, generous, wise and authentic being she is. She continues to grow alongside everyone she’s gathered in her community. She truly is a shining example and mentor to us. Sheri Salata is a self-proclaimed transformation doula, professional story-teller and world-class produc...
Dec 28, 2021•42 min
2021 highlights, what we learned about podcasting, our words of the year, most influential person of the year. We made great strides towards our dreams, made new friends and came up with more dreams for 2022. What is your word for the new year that you will focus on? Join our free Facebook group The YOUnicorn Lens where we will start to share cooking demos, Italian related things like language, history, maybe some virtual tours as we prepare for our 2 month trip. We will be able to interact more...
Dec 21, 2021•27 min
We had a playful conversation with Jonna Watson, host of the upcoming podcast 5 Minute Inner Child that highlights the transformation that happens when we delight our inner child. It only takes 5 minutes to get started. She started her 12 Days of Inner Child Bingo that you can participate in if you go to her Instagram or FaceBook accounts. She talked about the benefits of play and wants to bring it back into adult life. Just imagine how alive the world would be if we brought more play and creati...
Dec 14, 2021•33 min
What a heartwarming and inspiring talk we had with Angela Crump Volcy! As a busy, successful woman in corporate America, she was witness to the stresses and pressure in the business environment. She tells what shifted for her as she saw her friend and mentor succumb to cancer. She now is a speaker and coach to help busy, stressed business women live their lives on their terms. She has a podcast that she has kept short enough to listen to on a quick bathroom break! You can find her on FB and IG @...
Dec 08, 2021•53 min
From professional basketball to professional fatigue, Amy is changing the world. What a wonderful conversation we had with Amy Denson. She is a Nutrition Coach who knows first hand what it’s like to live with an autoimmune disease. Diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, she researched and got herself to a place of increasing wellness and now she helps others do the same. She has several honorable mentions as a professional basketball player. Played at Arizona State and was awarded MVP in Puerto Ric...
Nov 30, 2021•42 min
Today we talked with the owner and founder of Leaping Letters, Katie Doughty. She’s a former elementary school teacher turned entrepreneur and homeschool mama of two. The online preschool started during the pandemic to help children have a sense of belonging and connection during a difficult time. The preschool has grown into a resource for caregivers to use on their own time with over 40 hours of recorded lessons that cover everything from A-Z including stories, character building, movement act...
Nov 23, 2021•55 min
We finally get the 3rd YOUnicorn and our biggest fan on the podcast! Miriam Rosales is working as a Massage Therapist at the 5 star Encore Spa in Las Vegas, a soon-to-be graduate at UNLV and will continue on to study clinical psychology. She already has her masters in Dreaming and we talk about our own friendship, how we met, some adventures we’ve been on. Listen to find out how she shifted in 2020 and what lies ahead for her. She has a passion for working with the youth who are like a sea of dr...
Nov 16, 2021•38 min
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Nov 10, 2021•50 sec
We had fun talking to local sci-fi rock band Shatter The Moon in their practice studio. We even got to hear their original music live! Zack Brad, the bass player/lead singer, Luis Villas, the guitarist and Andrew Fusco on drums. Listen in as we hear their origin story and the riff that seeded their song SlipSpace. They tell us about their writing process (anyone know what a polyrhythm is?!) and the defining moments that lead them to pursue music. As a concept band, their songs SlipSpace, The Thi...
Nov 09, 2021•43 min
Today we talk with Julie Hickey, the owner and founder of One Love Massage and Surf School in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. She shares her story of moving from the US to CR just out of Massage school. She built a life, business, raised a family and continues following her dreams. She offers yoga, massage, Reiki, Watsu, surf lessons and besides her studio on her property, hopes to build a pool for water therapies including Aqua Dynamics. We get her tips for living abroad, some challenges and some of ...
Nov 02, 2021•36 min
In today’s episode, we share some of our experiences in Rosarito...mark the day! It was a day of possibilities parading right before our eyes! Beach house for sale with friendly neighbors and a beautiful ocean view. It sparked us to dream about some international living...Mexico, Italy, Japan. Who else would like in on the dream?! We are planning to live in Italy for two months and so we are brainstorming on what to do, and how to share the experience with our friends and listeners. How to build...
Oct 26, 2021•25 min
NaaaaaMaste! We tried out some goat yoga with Goat Yoga Las Vegas https://www.goatyogalv.com/. We met at Desert Pines Golf Course and were able to chat with Brandon Nobles, the owner. He drove in with a trailer of goats...whichever goat wanted to go to work, hopped in the trailer! That’s how all work should be! They are an animal rescue shelter and started Goat Yoga as a way to help fund the rescue. They travel around Las Vegas so check the website for times and locations. Bottomless wine and yo...
Oct 19, 2021•7 min
We had the privilege of speaking with Hailee Gardnier who lived in a small town called Berghamo in northern Italy for almost 2 years. Hailee has been a Spanish and Italian tutor and is currently living her best life as a certified Life Coach. You can find out more about her by visiting her website at haileemae.com Marcie met her in The Life Coach School and when she heard her experience of living in Italy she asked her to be our guest. She shared some great advice to make our trip enjoyable. Wat...
Oct 12, 2021•42 min
Marcie officially finished her schooling from The Life Coach School! And continues her education with Cathy Heller’s Podcasting course and a meditation course. There are so many free courses out there if you want a taste of podcasting, course creation, probably anything you’re interested in. JoAnn finished her 30 day challenge of going live on Instagram, and Marcie is starting her new 30 day meditation challenge. We talk about Italy and the people we want to reach out to. Here’s where to find th...
Oct 05, 2021•24 min
What a treat to speak with Viengsouk Markthepharack Chan aka Sue the queen, the boss at Spa Bellagio! We had the privilege of working with Sue and getting to know her through our years at the spa. Originally from Laos, she shares her story of being in a communist camp for 6 years and then escaping to the US. Admired by everyone, she is now retired and enjoying her days with her family and still carrying out her responsibilities at the Wat Lao Khantidhammaram Buddhist temple. We interviewed her a...
Sep 28, 2021•26 min
In today’s episode, we take you with us to leave unicorn ducks on Jeeps! We are on the go! Starting on Valle Verde in Henderson, we hit Trader Joe’s, stop at St. Rose hospital as we pass by Raw Fitness, go to Lowe’s, EoS, and finally the Original Sunrise Cafe. We delivered a total of 10 ducks! You hear our conversation in between and it was fun making the random deliveries!
Sep 21, 2021•28 min
This episode is over Zoom again. JoAnn is still doing her 30 day challenge of going live on Instagram. Today’s talk was on abundance. Remembering that 2019 was a big year for travel. Dreaming is free, let’s keep dreaming. Marcie got unicorn ducks and we plan to find jeeps and leave them as presents. Grad week for Made to Do This program JoAnn is doing. She shares about someone in her pod (small group) Jerzy Jung who has been inspiring because of her authenticity and talent. Pay $5 if you say sor...
Sep 14, 2021•26 min
At the end of today’s episode, we test out mics on our zoom call. We talk about our 30 day challenges: JoAnn going live on IG and Marcie strengthening her upper body. We discuss some ideas around the whole “I don’t know” phrase we have often fallen into. We’ve met so many amazing people through Sheri Salata’s Support System including Janine Durso and Ruthie Furman. Take a look at Janine’s website www.janinedurso.com and we are hoping to have Ruthie on as a guest sometime. We are also playing aro...
Sep 08, 2021•32 min
In this episode, we try out doing the podcast over Zoom. We were planning to do it over the phone, but didn’t have the right connector so it will be another time. Although, doing it over Zoom makes it easier to post a video on YouTube. The camera Marcie mentioned was Logitech C920e. We talk about our pod for The Artist’s Way, a big congrats to Jennifer for the recognition she’s getting for her book. We also share who’s been influencing us lately: On instagram @the_human_builder @therealcanvagirl...
Aug 31, 2021•45 min
In today’s episode we catch up after weeks of Making Las Vegas Our Lover and other guests. The best part has been meeting new friends in the Downtown Arts District. New place that opened - Taverna Costera, right next to the Art Factory. https://www.tavernacostera.com We mention the Artist’s Way group that we formed with Jennifer Battisti and how we’ve been doing with the homework of having an Artist’s date. Marcie’s next one will be painting her spirit. JoAnn talks about being in the Made to Do ...
Aug 24, 2021•41 min
Mini episode Sometimes you hit a bump and keep going. In today’s mini episode, we had planned to sit down and talk with someone from Little Church of the West Wedding Chapel but it didn’t happen so we walked around and took a little tour outside the chapel. https://littlechurchofthewest.com/ According to their website, the Little Church is listed on the National Registry of Historical Places, the only such place on the “Strip” with this honor. And Elvis was married here in the movie “Viva Las Ve...
Aug 17, 2021•3 min
Today’s guest is Miriamah Saba. She and her husband Norm Schilling have a couple of vacation rentals in Las Vegas. There are links below if you’d like to check them out. We had a lovely conversation with Miriamah at the Vintage LV Oasis property with the pool. We all worked together and have seen her balance work, family, travel and working on these side businesses. She shares how they got started and some of the challenges that come along with making sure things run smoothly. With her backgroun...
Aug 10, 2021•54 min
We had the pleasure of meeting with Dray Gardner to talk about how he used his yoga practice to heal his body and later start the popular Silent Savasana. His energy and attitude were uplifting as we chatted. As things hopefully start to open up, he will be more active with his other projects. DJing, music, teaching yoga and who knows what other opportunities are being manifested at this very moment! No matter what he does, he does it with a positive vibe and with his whole heart. Keep up to dat...
Aug 03, 2021•41 min
What a delight to have Jennifer Battisti as our guest. JoAnn and Jennifer worked together at the Spa at Red Rock Resort and Casino. It was about that time that Jennifer started to get more involved in writing. Going back to school, going to workshops and poetry readings. It was when she saw “The King at the Burger King” on her way to a Portland Writer’s Workshop that it hit her that she could decide to become a writer just like this Off Duty Elvis decided to become The King. Since making that de...
Jul 27, 2021•48 min
What a pleasure to get to know Velma and Derek of The Red Kat inside Retro Vegas. Half of the building has vintage furniture and they run the side that has vintage clothing and accessories. We learned of their love of resurrecting vintage clothing and setting them free to be found by grateful customers. They usually get a call from those wanting to sell their goods. They handpick everything that ends up in their store. If you’re lucky, you’ll hear stories of where they came from. Definitely chec...
Jul 20, 2021•29 min
We sat down to chat with Jennifer, a local artist and natural connector. Originally from New Mexico, she came to Las Vegas and when she met Alex Huerta, she said the way she walked her path changed. The first time she walked into Alex’s studio, they talked for 7 hours. When she described him, it was clear that he was an extraordinary man. He was able to love those around him in a way that made them feel like they were the only one he loved that way. But he loved everyone just the same. Here’s an...
Jul 13, 2021•43 min
Today’s guest we met as we were touring Las Vegas on the Big Bus. He was our entertaining tour guide Bruce Reiner. A man of many talents, he graciously allowed us to interview him and get to know him more. Turns out he was involved in the music industry for many years and now can be found at many sporting events as Beer Man Bruce. Here’s a little link to a video from the Review Journal about Bruce https://youtu.be/un5v_r8QfhI He loves this city, the people and what he gets to do everyday. It’s g...
Jul 05, 2021•44 min
In today’s episode we chat with Frida Bjelke who we worked with at Spa Bellagio. She was an aesthetician and after she left, began exploring other passions. She is a naturally friendly, gracious woman so it’s not surprising that the right people at the right time come her way. When she started doing make-up for shows, she started building her portfolio by volunteering. Soon, her reputation started to grow and she worked on her first TV show on Netflix called Como Caido del Cielo. She got to lear...
Jun 29, 2021•35 min
We had the pleasure of having Sallie Douglas as our guest as the quest for Making Las Vegas our Lover gathers some steam. We learn about her life growing up in Vegas and how her father influenced her artistic endeavors. A dancer, model, teacher, nursing student, casino employee in her early days, she now continues her art and photography as she also celebrates over 20 years at the Bellagio as an aesthetician. She was a wealth of information on the city of Las Vegas and gave advice on how to expe...
Jun 22, 2021•34 min
In today’s episode, we have our first musical guest Dan Herout. Originally from Chicago, he’s been in Vegas since 2006. He talks about his shift in 2020 from a middle school teacher to medical researcher. The shift gives him more freedom to do what he loves - music. We get to hear him play a few songs, like our own mini concert! You can find him at the Artisan Boutique Hotel https://artisanhotel.com Wednesdays at 7-10pm. It’s a Homegrown songwriter’s showcase so you’ll find great local artists t...
Jun 15, 2021•37 min
