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Luma & Bloom
by Nic and Kate
Shining a light on the dark conversations - Luma & Bloom is a podcast that empowers and enlightens. Join cohosts Nic and Kate as they bring thoughtful and insightful dialogue to topics that are otherwise avoided such as human trafficking, exploitation, addictions, and mental health. By having these hard conversations in a meaningful way, they provide a safe space for listeners to grow their minds, learn from knowledgable guests, and challenge their own thoughts and beliefs surrounding these topics. Tune in for new episodes every Monday & check us out on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube!
Episodes
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Charles Martin – Confronting the Truth Through Story | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 67
In this episode, we sit down with Charles Martin, author of The Letter Keeper series a fictional series deeply rooted in the real stories of human trafficking survivors. Charles shares his journey to becoming an author and the heart behind writing stories that confront some of the darkest…
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Deck the Halls & Share the Hope | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 66
This week, we’re celebrating the season with our favourite Christmas treats and traditions — but we also take a moment to talk about hope, grace, and patience. Whether your holidays feel joyful, busy, or a little heavy, this episode is a gentle reminder that hope is always within reach. Send us a...
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Andrea Heinz: The Lie of Liberation: When Sex-Work Ideology Masks Exploitation | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 65
*Trigger warning: this episode contains conversation around suicide and suicidal ideation* International suicide hotline list: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ In this powerful conversation, survivor and advocate Andrea Heinz joins us to unpack the growing push to license…
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Angela Morris - Mindset, Motherhood & Breaking Cycles | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 64
In this episode of Luma & Bloom, Nic and Kate sit down with mindset coach Angela Morris, whose wisdom is shaped not only by her professional work but by a life marked with deep hardship, resilience, and transformation. Together, they dive into the realities of motherhood, the importance of...
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Toni McKinley - Healthy Connection vs. Emotional Entanglement | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 63
This week on Luma & Bloom, we’re joined by the incredible Toni McKinley — a survivor of trafficking who now spends her life helping other women heal and experience real freedom. Toni opens up about compassion fatigue, her own story, and what she’s learned from over a decade of walking with...
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The Power of Storytelling: Our 2-Year Anniversary Episode | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 62
This week, we’re celebrating two years of Luma & Bloom — two years of stories, conversations, courage, and community. We take a look back at the moments that shaped us, the guests who have trusted us with their stories, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. From acknowledging the beauty of...
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Selling Desire: Who Profits and Who Pays? | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 61
In this episode of Luma & Bloom, we dive into the cultural belief that “sex sells” — and what that message is really selling us. From vintage ads that reduced women to props, to modern campaigns featuring OnlyFans models, to the way companies pose models in their clothing, we explore how…
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Dating Culture & The Lies We've Been Sold About Love | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 60
In this episode of Luma & Bloom, Nic, Kate, and Lainey dive into the messy, beautiful, and sometimes exhausting world of modern dating—exploring not just the highs and lows of dating apps, but the deeper patterns that shape how we love and connect. From navigating red flags versus green flags to...
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Gina Cavallo - A Survivor's Journey Through Human Trafficking | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 59
**Trigger warning** This episode contains discussions of r*pe and su*c*de. Listener discretion is advised. If you are struggling, you can contact the Canadian Suicide Hotline at 1-833-456-4566 or reach out to the International Association for Suicide Prevention at https://findahelpline.com/i/iasp...
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Jessica Janzen - Living on Purpose: Choosing Joy After Loss | Luma & Bloom w Nic & Kate Ep. 58
*Trigger warning - In this episode, we talk about mental health and suic*de. Please take care while listening, and step away if you need to.* International suic*de hotline list: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Joy doesn’t just arrive—it takes work. This week on Luma & Bloom, Nic...
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Rob Stoddard - P*rn*gr*phy, AI & Protecting Our Kids | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 57
Nic and Kate sit down with Rob Stoddard from Covenant Eyes to unpack the realities of p*rn*gr*phy, AI-generated content, and their devastating impact on individuals, marriages, children, and communities. Rob shares eye-opening stats—78% of men and 44% of women use p*rn regularly, and 56% of...
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Victoria Sinis - Ex-OnlyF*ns Recruiter Exposes the Truth | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 56
Victoria Sinis once worked as a marketer and recruiter for OnlyF*ns — until a radical encounter with Jesus flipped her entire life upside down. Today, she’s speaking out against the platform she once promoted, exposing the false promises of “empowerment” and the hidden harms of p*rn*gr*phy. In…
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Dallas Alexander - Guitars, Guns, and Grace | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep.55
From the hockey rink to Canada’s most elite special forces unit, and now to the stage as a country music artist — Dallas Alexander’s story is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Dallas opens up about his years serving with JTF2, including time overseas in Afghanistan, and the life lessons…
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Jasmin Laine - Mental Health & Saying the Hard Things | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 54
*Trigger warning: this episode contains conversation around suic*de and suic*dal ideation* International suic*de hotline list: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ In this conversation, Jasmin Laine joins Nic and Kate to talk about what it means to navigate life after trauma. From…
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Jeffrey Bergen - From Trauma and Addiction to Healing and Hope | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 53
Jeffrey Bergen's story is raw and redemptive. Born in a Mennonite colony in Paraguay and later moving to Winnipeg, Jeffrey faced abuse and exposure to pornography at a very young age. To cope with his trauma he turned to alcohol, drugs, and the LGBTQ community, where he found people who shared…
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Val Caldwell - N*des, Exploitation & Online Grooming | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 52
The internet connects us like never before — but it’s also where kids and teens face some of their greatest risks. From sending nudes to sextortion and online grooming, predators no longer need to leave their homes to exploit vulnerable youth. In this episode of Luma & Bloom, Val Caldwell joins…
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Mike Greyson - A Father’s Fight: My Child Was Trafficked | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 51
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Greyson—a man whose strength is only rivaled by his compassion. As a father of eight, Mike has walked through unimaginable storms, including the devastating loss of his daughter to trafficking. With honesty and heart, he shares his journey through…
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Reese Ketler - Paralyzed Not Powerless | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 50
In this powerful episode, Reese Ketler opens up about life after a spinal cord injury and the unexpected journey that followed. From his early days in the hockey world to finding new purpose and belonging in the wheelchair rugby community, Reese shares what it’s really like to navigate identity,...
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Shannon Vanderlinde - Are You a Chameleon? The Hidden Cost of People-Pleasing | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep.49
Are you constantly shifting to match the people around you? Saying yes when you want to say no? Swallowing your feelings to keep the peace? In this episode of Luma & Bloom, we’re unpacking all things trauma, the subtle, exhausting survival strategy of people-pleasing, masking, and…
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Dave Lavery – Held Captive by the Taliban Pt.2 | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 48
In the second part of our conversation with Dave Lavery, the Canadian humanitarian and military veteran known as "Canadian Dave," we delve deeper into his remarkable journey of survival during his 77-day captivity by the Taliban. Dave shares intimate details of his daily life in captivity, from…
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Dave Lavery – Held Captive by the Taliban Pt.1 | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 47
In this episode, Dave shares the remarkable story of his life—beginning with a tough childhood in Winnipeg and time in the foster care system, to his family's move to British Columbia and then Ottawa. From a young age, Dave knew he wanted to serve his country. That calling led him to become a...
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David Delay & Hennes Doltze – Purchased Fantasies: Men, Power, and Online Sex | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 46
In this episode, David and Hennes dive into the often-overlooked conversation around men, emotions, and vulnerability. They explore why it's so hard—and so important—for men to talk about what they're feeling, especially in a culture that often encourages silence. David shares early insights from...
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Jessa – Breaking the Cycle of Abuse and Finding Your Voice | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 45
In this episode, Jessa shares her story of escaping a 17-year emotionally abusive marriage to an RCMP officer. Raised in a Christian home and married young, she opens up about the subtle and not so subtle signs of narcissistic abuse, the loss of people she once called family, and what it means to...
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The Beauty of Boundaries | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 44
In this episode, Nic and Kate open up about their personal journeys with setting boundaries—how it’s challenged them, changed them, and continues to shape how they relate to themselves and others. They explore the idea that boundaries aren’t walls to keep people out, but bridges that foster...
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Meaghan Waller – Stalked: The Dark Side of Modelling | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 43
In this episode, Nic and Kate are joined by Meaghan Waller, winner of Canada’s Next Top Model 2009, who went on to build a successful international modeling career spanning over 14 years. Meaghan opens up about her positive experiences in the fashion industry, the life skills she’s gained along…
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Why Men Buy Sex | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 42
On this week’s episode, we sat down with Hennes Doltz, former John School educator and current Project Leader for the EmpowerMen Project - working to engage men and boys in the prevention of sexual exploitation. From psychological and social factors, to economic and emotional factors, we delve…
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Part 2: Former Gang Members turned Community Leaders - Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 41
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Tim and Glen, Founder and Member of Four Sacred Hearts, an Indigenous led organization dedicated to healing from addictions, intergenerational trauma, and the impacts of the residential school system. As former gang members who spent time…
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A Very Merry Look Back: Reflecting on the Year and What's Ahead | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 40
In this special holiday episode, we're joined by our lovely co-worker Lainey, to help us spread the festive cheer (in our ugly Christmas sweaters of course), while taking a stroll down memory lane! Join us as we celebrate the Christmas season by sharing the story of how we met, how this podcast...
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Former Gang Members turned Community Leaders | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 39
On this weeks episode, we sat down with Tim and Glen, Founder and Member of Four Sacred Hearts, an Indigenous led organization dedicated to healing from addictions, intergenerational trauma, and the impacts of the residential school system. As former gang members, they recount stories of their…
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Devon & Jodi Larratt - Part 2: Arm Wrestling Power Couple | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 38
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with power couple Devon and Jodi Larratt, to learn more about their life as a military couple, as well as uncover how Devon became a world arm wrestling champion! They shared how Devon got into arm wrestling, the importance of fighting for each...
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Devon & Jodi Larratt - Love, Duty, and Sacrifice: Special Forces Veteran and His Wife Share Their Journey | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 37
On this weeks episode, we sat down with former JTF2 member Devon Larratt, along with his incredible wife, Jodi Larratt, to talk all about their relationship and life throughout Devon's military career. They shared their experience in raising a young family while navigating hardship, the…
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Transforming Pain into Power: A Journey of Healing and Strength | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 36
On this weeks episode, we sat down and had a conversation all around our own healing from trauma, the mistakes we've made, and the lessons we've learned along the way. We spoke about setting healthy boundaries and creating distance when necessary, our emotions and unhealthy ways we tried to cope,...
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Tim Fletcher - Part 2: Overcoming Trauma | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 35
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with trauma expert Tim Fletcher, to learn more about trauma bonds, abusive relationships, human trafficking, dissociation, memory gaps, and much more. Most importantly, we asked about healing from trauma, and if it's possible. We hope you…
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Tim Fletcher - What is Complex Trauma? | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 34
On this weeks episode, we sat down with trauma expert Tim Fletcher to uncover what complex trauma is, how our bodies respond when we experience a traumatic event, and much, much more! We learned about how everyday experiences and the lack of basic wants and needs can have long term effects, and...
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Is Human Trafficking Real? | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 33
On this weeks episode, we sat down with Janet Campbell, CEO of the Joy Smith Foundation, to discuss all things human trafficking, and to answer the question- is human trafficking real? We talked about what it is, how it happens, survivor experiences, the barriers that exist, as well as the future...
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Maddie Lesnar - Part 2: Overcoming Anxiety | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 32
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation on anxiety with Maddie! Maddie spoke to us about her struggle over the years, and how she's worked to overcome it! We also picked her brain on why she thinks her generation struggles so much with anxiety, and offered some advice based on her...
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Maddie Lesnar - Breaking Free: My Battle with Anxiety | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 31
On this weeks episode, we sat down with the lovely Maddie Lesnar, to discuss all things anxiety. She opened up about her experience battling anxiety - from her first anxiety attack, to the way it changed her life, and all the work she has done since to overcome it. Thank you so much for being…
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Liz Crawford - Part 2: Revolutionizing Runways and Transforming the Model Industry | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 30
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with former world-renowned model, the amazing Liz Crawford! This week we focused on all things body image, how the modelling industry and social media are playing into the way we see ourselves, and how she is revolutionizing the industry by...
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Liz Crawford- Worldwide Model Exposes the Truth Behind Human Trafficking in the Industry | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 29
Part 1: On this week's episode, we sat down with former world-renowned model, Liz Crawford! Liz opened up to us about the modelling industry, the hidden underworld of human trafficking within the industry, and shared some personal, startling stories, that will leave you in utter disbelief. Send…
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Part 2: Skull Games - We Hunt Predators | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 28
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Michal and Joe from Skull Games, and dove into just how they use the internet to hunt predators online. Skull Games, Inc., founded by Jeff Tiegs, is a non-profit organization that provides analytical and operational support through Law...
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Skull Games - We Hunt Predators | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 27
On this weeks episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with two incredible people from the Skull Games team, Michal and Joe! Skull Games, Inc., founded by Jeff Tiegs, is a non-profit organization that provides analytical and operational support through Law Enforcement Agencies to interdict…
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Former JTF 2 Member - Skip Shares All Part 2 | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 26
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Skip, former military Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper apart of Joint Task Force 2, Canada's Tier 1 counterterrorism force. We learned more about his time in the military, his tours to Bosnia and Afghanistan, as well as talked about...
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Former Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper - Skip Shares All | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 25
On this weeks episode, we sat down with a very special friend of ours, Skip! Former military Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper apart of JTF 2, Canada's Tier 1 counterterrorism force, Skip shared all about his military career, including his tours to Bosnia and Afghanistan after 9/11. One of...
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Strip Clubs... Let's Talk About It | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 24
From personal experience to sharing their hot takes, cohosts Nic and Kate unpack it all in this weeks episode surrounding strip clubs. Whether you think they should be around or not, you're going to want to listen to this one... but buckle up! It may be a bumpy ride. Send us a Text! Support the...
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Hilary Druxman - Making an Impact | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 23
On this week's episode, we sat down with the incredibly talented jewellery designer, Hilary Druxman! Hilary spoke with us about what it was like for her to start a business, the challenges she faced along the way, and the idea that sparked the Mother Bear Necklace. To learn more and to purchase…
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My Struggle with Alcoholism | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 22
On this weeks episode, we spoke with the lovely Nicole Flecknor! Nicole spoke candidly about her struggle with alcohol that started at a young age and all that came with it, such as struggling with her mental health, and forgetting important moments in her life. Today, Nicole is free from her...
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Sesley Sloboda - Part 2: What is an Addiction? | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 21
This week, we continued our conversation with Sesley Sloboda, author and rehabilitation counsellor! We spoke all about addictions, what they are, and what happens internally within our body when we have them. We also talked about recovery, and the challenges that come along with it. To purchase a...
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Sesley Sloboda - Author and Rehabilitation Counsellor | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 20
On this week's episode, we're joined by author and rehabilitation counsellor, Sesley Sloboda! Sesley opened up to us about her life growing up and the struggles she faced with mental health, sexual abuse, and abusive relationships, both as a child, and in her teenage years, and how that shaped…
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Stop the Traffic | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 19
On this week's episode, we met with two very incredible university students from UBC to learn all about how they first learned about human trafficking, and how they were inspired to put on an event to raise awareness. We also got into the controversial topic of sugar dating, and how many…
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Robb Nash - Part 3: Turning Weakness Into Strength | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 18
On this week's episode, we wrap up our conversation with the inspiring Robb Nash- musician, speaker, and mental health advocate. After a life changing car accident as a teenager, Robb talks about the work he currently does, sharing his story with others and advocating for mental health. We also...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Shining a light on the dark conversations - Luma & Bloom is a podcast that empowers and enlightens. Join cohosts Nic and Kate as they bring thoughtful and insightful dialogue to topics that are otherwise avoided such as human trafficking, exploitation, addictions, and mental health. By having these hard conversations in a meaningful way, they provide a safe space for listeners to grow their minds, learn from knowledgable guests, and challenge their own thoughts and beliefs surrounding these topics.
Tune in for new episodes every Monday & check us out on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube!
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Shining a light on the dark conversations - Luma & Bloom is a podcast that empowers and enlightens. Join cohosts Nic and Kate as they bring thoughtful and insightful dialogue to topics that are otherwise avoided such as human trafficking, exploitation, addictions, and mental health. By having these...
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