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Better is Better Podcast

by Jennifer Maslar and Ava Moreno

Welcome to Better is Better Podcast, the show that has conversations we would not typically have on our own, to learn how to be a little bit better in every area of life, hosted by Jennifer Maslar and Ava Moreno. This platform is our active effort to acknowledge not only our white privilege but also our able-bodied and able-minded privilege and learn how to “do better”.

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Episodes

  1. S2:E13 The Yamas Mini Series Part 4 - Jen and Ava talk Celibacy

    We dive into the correct use of energy, Brahmacharya, and what that means in the different areas of life. We will be speaking on each of the Yamas as they resonate with. We have felt called to speak about celibacy this week. Hope you enjoy :) Y A M A is the first of the 8 Limbs of Yoga as…

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  2. S2:E12 The Yamas Mini Series Part 3 - Jen and Ava Talk Truthfulness

    We dive into TRUTHFULNESS and what that means in the different areas of life. We will be speaking on each of the Yamas as they resonate with. We have felt called to speak about truthfulness this week. Hope you enjoy :) Y A M A is the first of the 8 Limbs of Yoga as described in The Yoga Sutras by...

  3. S2:E11 Candice Puthawala Founder of Beauty Bar Chocolate

    We bring you founder of Beauty Bar Chocolate, Candice Puthawala!⁠ ⁠Her chocolate is filled with adaptogens and only the cleanest ingredients. Candice is a certified Holistic Health Coach through the Institute for integrative Nutrition, and a certified Plant Based Chef through the Matthew Kenney’s...

  4. S2:E10 The Yamas Mini Series Part 2 - Jen and Ava talk Non-Stealing

    We dive into non-stealing and what that means in the different areas of life. We will be speaking on each of the Yamas as they resonate with. We have felt called to speak about non-stealing as it keeps popping up in our personal lives. Y A M A is the first of the 8 Limbs of Yoga as described in…

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  5. S2:E9 Gervis Cash Founder of Talented Goods

    Gervis Cash is the founder of Talented Goods, a brand founded on the belief that everyone is an artist with imminent potential. Their mission is to plant seeds of encouragement that will grow to reveal talent. They do this by supporting programs that make the arts accessible to all. Talented…

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  6. S2:E8 Alisha of The Wellness Studio

    Alisha is a holistic health coach. She is here to guide your shift in consciousness around your own health. This grew out of her own need for positive reinforcement around food, exercise, spirituality, career and relationships. She will help you achieve natural wellness for the mind, body and...

  7. S2:E7 The Yamas Mini Series Part 1 - Jen and Ava talk Non-Violence

    Ava shares her knowledge of the 5 yamas of yoga. Specifically, we dive into non-violence and what that means in the different areas of life. Y A M A is the first of the 8 Limbs of Yoga as described in The Yoga Sutras by Patanjali. This eight fold path was offered as a guide to living a fulfilled,...

  8. S2:E6 Victoria Szafarski- Founder of Words Wherever

    Victoria is the founder and owner of Words Wherever. She started Words Wherever a few years back as WordsWithVic to practice her calligraphy and inspire women through words and color. Since then, she’s grown into Words Wherever - a paper + planner company focused on empowering women with the...

  9. S2:E5 Kailey Ruggiero: Criminal Defense Attorney and Public Defender

    Kailey Ruggiero is a Criminal Defense Attorney and Public Defender in the state of Indiana. We ask her questions about bias and the criminal justice system. Kailey gets real and speaks candidly about her experiences in the courtroom. She gives us great tips on getting involved in our community…

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  10. S2:E4 Aliza Podwol: Heal From Heartbreak

    Aliza is a mental health coach and healer specializing in heartbreak and grief. She is the founder of the Heal from Heartbreak Facebook group and coaching programs. Her unique method of combining mindfulness, meditation and somatic healing with open conversations about feelings to move emotions…

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  11. S2:E3 Wendy Jones: Author of 365 Days of Optimism and Founder of The Optimists Journal

    Wendy Jones is a storyteller, optimism & resilience coach, founder of The Optimists Journal and author of 365 Days of Optimism. Through writing, speaking, and coaching, she uses her experiences as a mother, athlete, and yogi to teach people to find flow state in their lives. Her life philosophy…

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  12. S2:E2 Solosode Jen and Ava talk benefits of WFH and the digital world

    Jen and Ava discuss the pros to distance learning and working from home. Jen also gives tips and tricks to connecting with your child/learner during this time in digital school. Original Music by Dave Zup

  13. S2:E1 Chef Amber making food sexy 🌶️

    Chef Amber talks to us about how food can be our medicine. She is the phenomenal chef and owner of The Source Cafe in Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. Determined to learn everything she could about the healing properties of food and to turn her life around immediately, she armed herself with...

  14. BONUS EP- Catharine Arnston Founder And CEO Of ENERGYbits®

    This is a bonus informational episode. Catharine started ENERGYbits after her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer and advised by her oncologist that an alkaline diet would help her heal. Catharine immediately sprung into action to help her sister research alkaline foods and in the process she...

  15. Melissa Cottingham: Bringing the South to Ur Mouth

    Melissa Cottingham is a private chef and owner of Melnificent Wingz. This woman is carving her own way through the food industry with the best wingz your mouth will ever taste. Seriously. "Mel" | LA’s Poultry Queen 🎪POP-UP BASED BUSINESS “Bringing the South to Ur Mouth” 👸🏾Queen of Wingz...

  16. Lucas Parada: Quadruple Threat + More

    Lucas, once a co-yoga teacher with Ava at SoHo, Hot8 and Alo, is also a MAJOR dancer. He has danced for Disney and Katy Perry... just to name a few. In the words of Lucas Parada, he is an "aspiring "broadway person", musician, student of politics, general person who has interest in being alive…

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  17. Jeri Reeder: Tarot Talks with Mother Reeder

    Jeri Reeder is an intuitive tarot card reader and yoga instructor. She has the gift of reading tarot that was passed down to her from her mother. Jeri explains a little history behind the cards and does a reading for both Ava and Jen. At the end of the episode, Jeri does a collective reading for...

  18. Roxanne Saffaie: Celebrity Make-Up Artist, Empowerment Coach, Podcast Host, and GOAL digger

    Roxy is an Empowerment Coach, Podcast Host, Expert in Beauty + Wellness, Writer, Life Athlete + relentless GOAL digger; She LOVES to help women, like you, WIN your highest ideals in life from within + out. Founder and CEO of BlackBeltBeauty: Hear from Roxy herself, "BlackBeltBeauty was born from...

  19. Brittany Churchill: Web designer, Disco ball yogi, and creative consulting

    Brittany Churchill is fiercely committed to moving brands forward by using unconventional methods to bring big ideas to life. Brittany is the Co-Founder & Designer of BKC Creative Consulting (helping entrepreneurs launch in digital spaces, website, branding and marketing with a yogi’s...

  20. Shana Robinson: Creating Small Steps to Create Big Impact and Healthy Habits

    Shana Robinson is a Wellness Advisor. She combines nearly 20 years of corporate and HR experience with her wellness training to help cultivate all facets of emotional and physical intelligence to help you thrive in all aspects of life-empowering you to navigate challenges and transitions through...

  21. Rochelle Webb: Nurturing young entrepreneurs, advocating for yourself, and creating your own path

    Rochelle is the founder and CEO of Optimist Made, a company which seamlessly links fashion, technology, and culture, all while giving back. She is currently a Professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship at Loyola Marymount University. She carved her own path through the corporate world, she does…

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  22. Jen and Ava: Sound bowls, Chakras, and an immersive sound bath

    Ava explains the ins and outs of sound healing and crystal singing bowls. This episode ends in a sound bath, so get comfy, get on your yoga mat, and drop in to the sweet calming sounds. Today’s episode is brought to you by The Work by Ava. The Work by Ava is an online platform for all things…

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  23. Kelly Barendt: Recognizing and Working Through Able-Bodied Privilege

    Kelly Barendt is an extremely creative blogger, influencer, Youtuber, and most recently found quite the TikTok Following, while balancing a career in digital marketing, Pinterest management, and is on the editorial staff of a magazine. Kelly shares a raw look into her personal life living with a...

  24. Chad Ra'Shun: Kanye, Convents, and Consciousness

    Chad has graced the global stages of the Grammys, The BET Awards, The ESPYS Awards and NBC’s The Voice. His work as a choreographer for the popular BET film "The New Edition Story” distinguishes him as a skilled creative force in the entertainment field. Currently, Chadric serves as the assistant...

  25. Dene Logan Selkin: Astrology, stepping into your authentic power, and no such thing as mistakes

    Dene Logan Selkin is a Marriage and Family Psychotherapist, Yogini, and Mindfulness Teacher in LA Area. Also a mama and co-host of the podcast Cheaper Than Therapy. Dene's website can be found here. Dene's Instagram Dene's Facebook Today’s episode is brought to you by The Work by Ava. The Work by...

  26. TRAILER: Our Introduction

    This platform is our active effort to acknowledge not only our white privilege but also our able-bodied and able-minded privilege and learn how to “do better”. It is in our core values to: -Ask clarifying questions even if we are not sure of the right way to ask them -Keep an open heart and mind...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Better is Better Podcast, the show that has conversations we would not typically have on our own, to learn how to be a little bit better in every area of life, hosted by Jennifer Maslar and Ava Moreno. This platform is our active effort to acknowledge not only our white privilege but also our able-bodied and able-minded privilege and learn how to “do better”.

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Jennifer Maslar and Ava Moreno

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