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Intentional & Unconventional

by Garrett Brill

Welcome to the “Intentional and Unconventional” Podcast, where we’ll be interviewing and diving deep into the mindsets and raw personal experiences of people living unconventional lives with purpose and fulfillment. Join me, Garrett Brill, as I travel the world to connect with the humans who’ve broken through societal norms to live life on their terms. Together, we’ll learn through their stories and unique perspectives to gain valuable insights on how to live with more alignment and enjoyment. We will explore the important topics of finding your purpose, enhancing creativity, mindfulness, manifestation, travel, art, health, wealth, and gratitude. Let’s go on this journey together. No more playing it safe! Vibe, subscribe, and connect with your tribe! Follow the journey on Instagram @g__link

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Episodes

  1. #035 The Connection to Our Wholeness is the Connection to Our Power with Ashleigh Sergeant

    Ashleigh Sergeant has held the roles of Global Yoga Trainer for Adidas, Head of Yoga Content for Gaia.com, and Director of Yoga & Movement for Envision Festival. She's also the Co-Founder of Experience Alaya, an online global community focused on supporting others in meaningful connection. These...

  2. #034 This Too Shall Pass: Life Lessons, Creativity, & One Continuous Line with Daniel Dugan

    Daniel's art is a meditative expression of "one continuous line" that never breaks, never crosses, and, for him, represents the flow of life. In this episode, we'll hear how this line, (which Daniel has been drawing since he was 10 years old), has taught him that everything in life has a…

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  3. #033 Life By Design: Community, Permaculture, and Redesigning Our World with Stephen Brooks

    Stephen Brooks is the Founder of Punta Mona, an off-grid permaculture farm and educational retreat center, the co-founder of Envision Festival, and the founder of two eco villages (La Ecovilla and Alegria Village). In this episode, we'll hear about Stephen's upbringing, where he discovered true...

  4. #032 Thoughts from Quarantine with Sarafeen

    In this epsiode, I'm sitting down with my partner Sarafina, and we're checking in on some of the things that have been coming up for us during this interesting time of "social distancing" and quarantining due to COVID-19. We share some insight into what we've been learning through this process…

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  5. #031 All Aboard The Vision Train: Painting our Reality into Existence with Amanda Sage

    Today we're connecting with visionary artist Amanda Sage, who uses her paint brush to create the world she wishes to see and inspires others to open their mind to new possibilities. In this episode, you'll have an opportunity to learn about the incredible woman behind the evolutionary works of…

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  6. #030 Aligning Actions with Beliefs: Dumpster Diving, Foraging, and Radical Activism with Rob Greenfield

    In this episode, Rob will share how making small changes can create big changes in your life and in the world. Rob travels the globe with ONLY 44 possessions to his name, documenting his "radical" experiences, and inspiring others to be the change that they wish to see. Rob's life and…

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  7. #029 Seedpod-cast: A Playful Conversation with Gary Underpants

    Catching up with my friend Adam James, aka "Gary Underpants"; you may remember him from Episode 3. This time we're coming to you from onsite of Envision Festival, while floating in a "pool" of giant seedpods "beans." In this episode, we'll talk about what brought Gary to Costa Rica, as well as…

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  8. #028 Healing Through Psychedelics with Mareesa Stertz

    What comes up for you when I say the word "psychedelics"? In this episode, I'm diving deep with Mareesa Stertz, a filmmaker, community organizer, and a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher on a journey of her own personal healing, and on a mission to destigmatize these alternative forms of medicine....

  9. #027 Doing The Things That Bring Us Joy

    Is there something that you absolutely love to do, but haven't found the time recently? In this episode, we'll discuss doing the things that bring us joy, and pushing our comfort zones to try out brand new experiences. A fun update from where the jungle meets the sea....

  10. #026 Van Life: Learning to Laugh Through Life's Surprises with MeowTea

    In this episode, we're connecting with MeowTea, my new friend and neighbor in our little temporary village in Costa Rica. He left Canada over 1.5 years ago, in his self-converted Sprinter van named "Surprise". MeowTea is an amazing artist, an adventurer, and a beautiful human who lives from his...

  11. #025 A Day in a Temporary Village

    In this episode, I'll share what a day is like living in a temporary jungle village in Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

  12. #024 Finding Flow in Costa Rica

    I've found myself flowing to Costa Rica for the next two months. Check this episode out to find out all the reasons why.

  13. #023 Cultivating Peace Through Our Connection to Mother Earth with Ingrid Brill

    For this episode, I was fortunate to visit my sister, Ingrid, in Tanzania and get a little taste of life over in Mama Africa. Ingrid has her Masters in Sustainable Development from the University of California and has run off-grid solar projects in East Africa for over nine years. While catching…

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  14. #022- 2020 Vision: 20 Things to Bring Into The New Year

    Part 2: In this two part series, Sarafina and I will share how we plan to keep our "2020 Vision" with a list of 20 things that we plan to leave in 2019, and 20 things that we'll bring into this new year, new decade, and new paradigm. This episode will be the things we're bringing with us....

  15. #021- 2020 Vision: 20 Things to Leave Behind in 2019

    Part 1: In this two part series, Sarafina and I will share how we plan to keep our "2020 Vision" with a list of 20 things that we plan to leave in 2019, and 20 things that we'll bring into this new year, new decade, and new paradigm. www.intentionalandunconventional.com Connect with Garrett:...

  16. #020 Being a Force for Good with Michele Woodward

    Today we're connecting with Michele Woodward, who will share why she believes that we are all here to be a force for good! Michele is a Master Certified coach who has been coaching executives all over the world for over 14 years. As the year is coming to an end, I thought it would be great to...

  17. #019 Impacting Over a Million Lives and Making a DIFFerence with Chad Dime

    Chad is the Co-Founder of DIFF Eyewear, a charitable eyewear company that has helped with the eyesight and vision care of over one million people in need. They do this by providing a pair of reading glasses or an eye exam for every pair of glasses they sell. In this episode, we'll hear how Chad…

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  18. #018 The Stories That We Tell

    What stories do you tell yourself and others about your life? Are these stories helping you or holding you back? In this episode, we'll discuss how our stories shape our reality. The things we don't let go of, the things that we tell ourselves consciously or subconsciously, and all the things we...

  19. #017 Good for Me, Good for You, Good for Everything it Touches: Demonstrating Right Livelihood with Steve Demos

    In this episode, Steve Demos will tell us about his mission to demonstrate "Right Livelihood", and expand on how it brought him from living in a cave in India to founding White Wave Foods, which he sold for over $300 million. When I first met Steve in Costa Rica, I heard his message and how built...

  20. #016 From Ambition to Meaning: Balancing the Practical and Intuitive Mind with AdaPia d'Errico

    From entrepreneur and FinTech executive to mentor and transformational speaker, AdaPia d'Errico does it all and she lives what she teaches! Adapia helps remind us to ask the deeper questions and to always find ways to instill meaning into all of life's experiences- whether that is in a yoga class...

  21. #015 Expression or Depression: The Importance of Following Your Soul's Calling with Erica Wexler

    Do you have a feeling deep down that there's something you need to express? We're connecting with Erica Wexler, a badass oil painter, a beautiful deep soul, and one of my favorite humans to share a laugh with. Erica's story & perseverance completely inspire me! She tenaciously works toward…

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  22. #014 Business Suits and GoGo Boots with Sarafina Fornara

    In this episode, we're connecting with Sarafina Fornara. A world-traveling dancer, performer, and creator. She will talk about her love for dance, some of her daily practices to live a more connected and intentional life, and explain how she went from an Account Manager for a Risk Management...

  23. #013 Marching to the Beat of Your Own Drum with Jim Lew

    In this episode we're connecting with Jim Lew. Self employed since 1982, Jim has created an intriguing life for himself as an educator, trainer, and an inspiring thought leader. This self-proclaimed "A.D.D. Extrovert" has passionately taken on the roles of Social Worker, Psychotherapist,...

  24. #012 Seizing Life's Opportunities and the Power of Perspective with Shoebox Moses

    In this episode, we will connect with Sammy Taggett aka "Shoebox Moses", an entertainer who amplifies atmospheres and creates unforgettable vibes for the most impactful conferences and festivals around the world. He has performed for MindValley, Google, Virgin Galactic, and Cirque Du Soleil.…

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  25. #011 The Art of Healing Through Music and Vibration with Rara Avis

    Within the music industry, you will find all different types of people. Some people make music to share their story and some make music to sell records. In this episode, we're connecting with Rara Avis who makes his music to heal. You'll hear how a severe car accident sent Rara on a life long...

  26. #010 The State of the I & Union Address: The Universe Speaks

    The first ever Intentional & Unconventional State of the Union Address. The "State of the I & U-nion". We'll be doing something a little different to celebrate being in the double digits! It's important to celebrate life's little victories! In this episode, we will discuss some podcast…

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  27. #009 Master Your Healing and Harness Your Power Through Sex with Melissa Louise

    We're connecting with Melissa Louise, a "Sexpert", who delivers a very bold and down to earth message to shatter the often dangerous veil surrounding sexuality, intimacy and our bodies. Melissa has taught in 25 countries for over 30 years. In this interview, she will help remove any guilt...

  28. #008 Adversity, Mindset, and Gratitude: Building Practical Resilience with Tofe Evans

    What's the longest you've ever run? 5, 13, maybe 26.2 miles? What If I told you this next guest ran 174 miles through the hills of Scotland? Crazy right? That's what most people call him, but really, Tofe Evans, is a deep, loving soul, who has pushed himself mentally and physically to places most...

  29. #007 Impact and Influence: Applying the 5 Laws of Stratospheric Success with Bob Burg

    In this episode we're connecting with Bob Burg to discuss impact, influence, and his 5 laws of stratospheric success. Bob is a sought after speaker and author of a number of books on sales, marketing and influence, with total book sales of well over a million copies. We'll discuss his book "The...

  30. #006 Growth and Impact through Performance with Ms Easy

    In this episode we'll be connecting with Ms Easy, who currently holds the role of Creative Entertainment Director for Insomniac Events. Which means she is constantly imagining and creating hundreds of characters that she makes come to life, she is orchestrating the flow of thousands of…

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  31. #005 Energy and Intuition with Courtney Alex

    How in touch are you with your intuition? In this episode, we're going to be speaking with Courtney Alex on how to connect more deeply to our intuition. Courtney will teach us how to create our own energetic library to feel aligned in life and decision making, and we'll discuss her path in…

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  32. #004 Yoga, Dance, and the Path to Purpose with Cristi Christensen

    In this episode we'll be connecting with Cristi Christensen, a world renowned and world traveling Yogi. We're going to discuss how Cristi tries to make yoga more accessible for everyone through dance, music, & movement, we'll talk about some common misconceptions of yoga, & we're going to find…

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  33. #003 Creativity, Vulnerability, and Awareness with Adam James

    Can creating music, singing, playing, and being creative build your awareness of self and of life? In today's episode we're connecting with Adam James, aka Gary Underpants, to dive deeper into this question. Adam is a creativity coach, a singer, a performer, a musician, a producer of fun and...

  34. #002 Diving into the Ego with Lynn Traub

    Are you aware when your ego has taken over? What types of things does it say? Where do these thoughts even come from? In this episode, we're connecting with Lynn Traub, an amazing life teacher who will help answer these questions, and share how love and gratitude are our greatest allies.

  35. #001 Welcome to Intentional and Unconventional

    Welcome beautiful people! In this brief introduction episode, Garrett Brill will give you an overview of what this podcast is all about and what inspired him to start the show. Thank you for tuning in!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the “Intentional and Unconventional” Podcast, where we’ll be interviewing and diving deep into the mindsets and raw personal experiences of people living unconventional lives with purpose and fulfillment. Join me, Garrett Brill, as I travel the world to connect with the humans who’ve broken through societal norms to live life on their terms. Together, we’ll learn through their stories and unique perspectives to gain valuable insights on how to live with more alignment and enjoyment. We will explore the important topics of finding your purpose, enhancing creativity, mindfulness, manifestation, travel, art, health, wealth, and gratitude. Let’s go on this journey together. No more playing it safe! Vibe, subscribe, and connect with your tribe! Follow the journey on Instagram @g__link

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Garrett Brill

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