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Conversations with Caroline

by Caroline Grafft

We're going to talk about conversations that matter.

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Episodes

  1. 2:16 Let's Talk About Hope

    On today's episode I wrap up season two by sharing my word of the year for 2022, Hope! I look back on my 2021 WOTY Authentic and the lessons I learned as well as the true meaning of hope for me.

  2. 2:15 Let's Talk About God

    On today's episode, I sit down with Santo Militello, a scholar of all things theology, a business owner and lover of baseball (well, sports in general). I met Santo years ago at church and was amazed by his understanding and knowledge of the bible. Fast forward to today, Santo has become my go to...

  3. 2:14 In Conversation with Adrian Amaral

    On today's episode I catch up with marathon runner, world traveler and my college friend, Adrian Amaral. Adrian is a Bay Area native. From a young age, Adrian has been a sports and adventure enthusiast. After swearing off marathons as a waste of money, he found himself in the middle of a break…

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  4. 2:13 In Conversation with Thomas Vo

    On today's episode I sit down with Thomas Vo. Thomas Vo is Brand Director and Brewmaster of Calicraft. Vo is a marketing and product professional - developing meaningful products and brands targeting emerging categories. With nine years of industry experience, he focuses on the intersection…

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  5. 2:12 In Conversation with Liz Despins

    On today's episode, we sit down with Liz Despins. A wife, mom of three and fellow Property Manager :) Liz invites us into her family's story and shares with us the journey they have been on over the last few years. When Liz's middle daughter Alexa got a fever during a soccer game in 2019 they…

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  6. 2:11 Let's Talk About Sobriety

    On today's episode, I share about my journey of sobriety. A year ago I made the decision to stop drinking. I thought it would last 30 days. A year later I share how those around me reacted to my decision, what I learned and why it’s ok to let it go.

  7. 2:10 In Conversation with Alana Weinroth

    On today's episode I sit down with my friend and podcast mentor, Alana Weinroth. Alana launched the Give A Damn community in 2019 with the intention of helping people feel less alone in the things they go through. The community has grown from a podcast, to yoga community, to merch line. Alana is…

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  8. 2:9 In Conversation with Kori Morton

    On today's episode I sit down with my friend, Kori Morton. Kori Morton is an Enneagram 7: She is a lover of life, adventure and people. She is a wife to Isaac, a Mom to Elijah and Avianna and the Founder of Team F3 (Friendship. Fitness. Freedom). Kori believes everyone has a call on their life....

  9. 2:8 In Conversation with Heather Vaughn

    On todays episode I sit down with CEO and Founder of The Yes Girls, Heather Vaughn. The Yes Girls is the world’s first marriage proposal planning company and has been featured on the Today Show, Travel Channel, LA Times, and ABC News. Heather has continued to lead The Yes Girls, a creative female...

  10. 2:7 In Conversation with Derek Hellender

    On today's episode I sit down with Derek Hellender who is sharing for the first time publicly about his struggle with alcohol. Derek shares that from the outside looking in his life looked successful, he had a career, a great social life and faced the typical issues that most twenty somethings…

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  11. 2:6 In Conversation with Brittany Fulks

    On today's episode I sit down with my friend and founder of Barefoot Existence, Brittany Fulks, @barefootexistence. Yoga Teacher and Outdoor Enthusiast with a Passion for Overall Health & Wellness Yoga has served as both a mental and physical therapist to Brittany over the last 10+ years and her...

  12. 2:5 In Conversation with Nicole Mesita

    On today's episode I sit down with my good friend Nicole Mesita to share about Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month. Nicole resides in the East Bay Area where she works in private practice as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. She is a Mom of two and serves alongside her beloved husband in...

  13. 2:4 In Conversation with Simone Stewart

    On today's episode I sit down with Simone Stewart who is the owner of AJANI, an online community where they are changing the conversation around what it means to live a holistic life. By day, she's an Operations professional navigating the Silicon Valley Tech world. A hustler at heart, Simone is...

  14. 2:3 In Conversation with John Hamilton

    In this episode I sit down with John Hamilton, the National Director of Camp HOPE America. He collaborates with human services agencies, clinicians, and youth development leaders to offer hope to children around the country. John is an expert in trauma-informed care at camp and brings a unique…

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  15. 2:2 In Conversation with Chrissy Brady-Smith

    In this episode I sit down with Chrissy Brady-Smith, a Somatic Life Coach, Elementary School Tutor, and Comedic Story Teller, to discuss her life's passion of working with broken hearts. Together we talk about how life isn't always full of rainbows and what it means to show up and be human…

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  16. 2:1 Let's Talk about Warning Signs

    Join me for my Season Two premiere episode. I kick off Season Two with an honest conversation about what I saw before I got married. The question "did you see signs of abuse?" has been asked a lot since I've shared my story publicly and on today's episode I get to the root of why it was so hard…

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  17. 1:15 Choose Better by Dr. Timothy Yen

    On this special edition of Conversations with Caroline I sit down with Season One guest Dr. Timothy Yen to discuss his book, Choose Better: The Optimal Decision-Making Framework available today! Choose Better provides a systematic approach to solving any problem, no matter how difficult. Designed...

  18. 1:14 Authentic

    On my final episode of Season One, I share my 2021 Word of the Year, talk about some personal childhood memories, open up for the first time about my journey with sobriety and remind you why the world needs to hear your story. Follow along for all the latest updates on instagram...

  19. 1:13 Tom Duffy: For the Love of Music

    On today's episode, I talk with my High School English Teacher, Tom Duffy. Tom shares about his early start in music and how a personal goal of playing at his 40th birthday party has led to a second passion of creating Inner Circle Music. Tom reminds us all to remain compassionately curious and...

  20. 1:12 Lauren Trank: Season of Hope

    On today's episode, I sit down with my Aunt Lauren who was given a cancer diagnosis earlier this year. Together we talked about the added challenges of of this diagnosis given COVID19 and the unwavering support from friends and family that carried her through. Lauren held onto the hope that she...

  21. 1:11 Leah Recania: A Journey of Faith

    On today's episode, I chat with SMC Alumna and former Cheer mate, Leah Recania. Since our time at St. Mary's Leah has started her own company and moved from the Bay Area down to Los Angeles. After encountering Jesus for the first time seven years ago, Leah has pursued her faith without turning...

  22. 1:10 Dr. John Hickey: Personal Freedom

    On today's episode, I sit down with Dr. John Hickey and talk about his journey to finding personal freedom. From his own battles with social anxiety Dr. John encourages us to listen to our bodies and move self care to the top of our to do lists. Find more from Dr. John on instagram @itsdoctorjohn.

  23. 1:9 Dr. Tim Yen: Mental Health During a Pandemic

    On today's episode, I am joined by Psychologist Dr. Tim Yen. Dr. Yen talks about the impacts of the extended physical distancing driven by the pandemic as well as how to better check in on those you love. To learn more about Dr. Yen check out his website at https://timyen.com/. Be sure to tune…

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  24. 1:8 Nicole Mesita RD: Body Bloved

    On today's episode I chat with my friend Nicole Mesita. Nicole is a Registered Dietician and co-founder of Body Bloved, which exists to empower you in discovering healing relationships with food, fitness and body image through the unconditional love of God. Together we talk about the societal...

  25. 1:7 Angelo Lonardo: Out the Dough

    On today's episode, I sit down with CEO and Co-Founder of Out the Dough, Cookie Dough to go, Angelo Lonardo. Listen in as we talk about the journey of starting a business with his Mother and Sister-in-Law. From opening their first location in November of 2017, to expanding and relocating, this...

  26. 1:6 Devin Travieso: Enneagram

    On today's episode, I sit down with the man behind the Instagram profile @thatenneagram8life. We discuss how the Enneagram differs from other personality assessments and how it focuses on the why instead of the what. Devin uses everyday analogies to help explain the gift of truly understanding…

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  27. 1:5 Esther Chen: Joyful.E, Educational Consultant

    On today's episode, I sit down with my friend, Esther Chen. Esther is a former elementary school teacher who recently started her own company, Joyful-e. Joyful-e is set up to give parents and children the resources for a healthy learning environment at home to build confidence. Through her self...

  28. 1:4 Healing

    On today's episode I share my experience with healing. Emotional healing is not like physical healing. While physical healing requires rest, emotional healing requires work. It requires us to dive into the experience, glean wisdom, and commit to changing our lives. Join me as I share what I've...

  29. 1:3 Freddie Silveria: Doing the Next Right Thing

    On today's episode I sit down with fellow St. Mary's graduate and long time friend, Freddie Silveria. Together we discuss working in Corporate America, changing careers and how to process the unimaginable loss of a parent. Freddie's charismatic and welcoming spirit will encourage you to do the…

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  30. 1:2 Christine Ingebreston: Foster the Bay

    On my second episode, I sit down with the Regional Director of Foster the Bay, Christine Ingebretson to discuss the mission and purpose behind Foster the Bay and how Christine found herself in the role she's in today. Christine challenges us to examine our own lives and answer the difficult...

  31. 1:1 Purpose

    On my very first episode, I explore the question we have all asked ourselves, "What is my purpose?" I share why this question is so important to our daily life and why it has been shaping my life for the last 30 years. Learn more about why I am launching Conversations with Caroline and the past...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We're going to talk about conversations that matter.

HOSTED BY

Caroline Grafft

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