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More Than Work
by Rabiah Coon
Defined by your career? Ready to try a new hobby or job? Looking to be inspired? This weekly podcast shares stories of people who have found work-life balance and self-worth beyond just their job title. Rabiah Coon, a marketing manager, standup comic, writer and non-profit volunteer talks with guests about the pursuit of passions and hobbies, or work that reflects our values. Through guest's stories, listeners are reminded that life is more than work.
Episodes
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"I Wanted to Do Something That More Directly Helped People" – Bhavana Solanky – More Than Work
In this episode of More Than Work, Rabiah sits down with Bhavana Solanky, a Senior Research Fellow and MRI Physicist at UCL's Queen Square MS Centre. Bhavana shares how a love of astrophysics — sparked by watching Armageddon as a teenager — led her to a career using physics to directly help…
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"You Don't Have to Change Who You Are" – Lynn Harris – More Than Work
In this episode of More Than Work, Rabiah sits down with Lynn Harris, founder and CEO of Gold Comedy — a comedy school, professional network, and content studio built for women, non-binary folks, and anyone who's ever felt like an outsider in the comedy world. Lynn shares her winding career path...
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"I have endless urgency in everything that I do.” – Mike Nellis – More Than Work
(tw: mention of suicidal ideation) In this episode of 'More Than Work,' host Rabiah Coon sits down with Mike Nellis, a Democratic strategist and creator of the Substack newsletter "Endless Urgency." Mike shares his compelling personal journey from struggling with depression and weight management…
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"It's Not Impossible, It Just Feels Impossible" – Jessica DeGroot – More Than Work
In this episode of 'More Than Work,' Rabiah sits down with Jessica DeGroot, president and founder of the ThirdPath Institute. Jessica shares how her organization has been advocating for work-life integration for 25 years, operating as a virtual organization long before the pandemic made remote…
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“They outsource their thinking.” - Gen AI Academy Founder Dave Birss - More Than Work
In this episode of 'More Than Work,' Rabiah sits down with Dave Birss, founder of the Gen AI Academy and LinkedIn Learning instructor specializing in AI and prompting. Dave shares his fascinating journey from musician and recording engineer to BBC comedy performer, then through a 20-year...
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Reflection Plus Action Equals Progress – Freddie Titcombe of Evolve Journey on More Than Work
In this episode of 'More Than Work,' Rabiah sits down with Freddie Titcombe, co-founder of Evolve Journey. Freddie shares how he and his brother turned their personal journaling practice into a bestselling all-in-one journal and a thriving community focused on reflection, action, and...
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"Comedy is just like preaching with more jokes." - Ravi Holy | More Than Work
In this episode, Rabiah talks with Ravi Holy—a vicar, comedian, and leader of a therapeutic program for adult survivors of child abuse. Ravi shares his remarkable journey from punk theater and addiction to recovery, faith, and finding his calling in the Church of England. He discusses the...
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“Experience is everything,” with Cleaners and Coffee owner Has Shah
In this episode of 'More Than Work,' Rabiah sits down with Has Shah, the owner of Cleaners and Coffee in London. Has shares how his background in fashion retail and passion for coffee led him to take over his father's dry cleaning business and transform it into a unique community space that…
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"Keep Exploring," with career advisor and Ayurveda coach Amanda Castello
In this episode of 'More Than Work,' host Rabiah sits down with Amanda Castello, Associate Director of Employee Engagement at UCSD's Rady School of Business, Ayurvedic coach, and yoga teacher. They discuss Amanda's journey from Michigan to San Diego, her career evolution, the importance of...
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"I’m forever in wonderment of cheese," with cheesemaker Sue Kurta
Sue Kurta on Cheesemaking, Changing Careers, and Embracing Life's Passions Rabiah welcomes Sue Kurta, owner and cheesemaker at Boss Mouse Cheese, to this episode of 'More Than Work'. Sue shares her intriguing journey from working in the music industry, transitioning to a successful administrative...
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"Do what makes you happy," with guest Yesim Nicholson, author and career coach
In this episode of 'More Than Work', host Rabiah Coon sits down with Yesim Nicholson, an author, podcast host, and career coach. They discuss Yesim's diverse career journey, managing career changes, and the important aspects of finding fulfillment beyond job titles. The conversation also delves...
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“Embrace vulnerability,” with psychotherapist and musician M Brady on More Than Work
In this episode of More Than Work, host Rabiah interviews M. Brady, a psychotherapist and musician, who shares his journey from being a professional tennis player to discovering his passion for psychotherapy and music. M discusses his long career in therapy, his struggle with anxiety and...
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“I absolutely love my job”, with Kaizen Collective founder and sex therapist Kileen Barry.
In this episode of 'More Than Work,' host Rabiah engages in a profound conversation with Kileen Barry, founder of Kaizen Collective and a sex therapist. They dive into Kileen's journey from digital marketing to therapy, exploring her motivations, influences, and the pivotal books 'Come As You…
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"It's time to just rip that bandaid off," with guest AJ Waters, Founder of Stronger Skatepark
In this captivating episode of 'More Than Work,' our host Rabiah Coon engages with AJ Waters, the visionary behind Stronger Skatepark. From the initial spark of passion for skateboarding to the creation of an inclusive community space, AJ shares the journey of founding Stronger Skatepark.…
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“Doing nothing is something,” with podcast guest Jessica Berg, founder of Moon Rock Wellness
In this episode of 'More Than Work', a podcast on personal and professional fulfillment, host Rabiah engages in an insightful discussion with Jessica Berg. Berg is the founder of 'Moon Rock Wellness', a digital platform designed to help busy individuals, particularly working mothers, cultivate...
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“Everything is a weed until it's made a flower,” with podcast guest Fernando Kabigting, found of FDK Florals
Fernando Kabigting: From Corporate to Creative Life In this episode of More Than Work, host Rabiah Coon talks with their guest, Fernando Kabigting. They delve into Fernando's life-changing decision to leave his corporate job in fashion to enter the creative industry, specifically floral design....
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“Man, look how far you've come” with guest musician and sound engineer Sean Arkless
In this episode of 'More Than Work', Rabiah, an IT professional and stand-up comedian, talks to guest Sean Arkless about his journey from low self-confidence and working in retail to becoming the co-founder of Sjark Limited and vocalist of the London based band, 'Hello Amnesia'. Sean shares his...
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“We're stronger together than we are apart,” with tutor and comedian Mark Nicholas
This week’s guest is Mark Nicholas, comedian, comedy workshop leader and tutor. After getting his comedy start while on an extended trip to Vietnam, Mark has been working his way around the London comedy circuit. He created his show Laugh-Able to be an inclusive space for acts with disabilities....
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“It always felt like I was fighting,” with Dr. Jeanne Retief founder of FIGGI and Human Rights and Criminal Law PhD
This week’s guest is Dr. Jeanne Retief, founder of FIGGI. FIGGI a community created out of career change and wanting to share with others and be a support system, and self-care products. Dr. Retief earned a PhD in Human Rights and Criminal Law. And ran a Human Rights consultancy in South Africa…
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“Just choose yourself…” with social entrepreneur Elizabeth Mhangami
his week’s guest is Elizabeth Mhangami, social entrepreneur. Lizz grew up in Zimbabwe and moved to the US when she was 19. After working in various jobs including at the Chicago Athletic Foundation, she also earned her bachelor’s degree at Loyola University. She then started the job that would...
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"There's little that you can't do with people behind you." with John El-Maraghy, non-profit professional and Director of ARM
This week’s guest is John El-Maraghy, non-profit professional, and Director at Archangel Raphael's Mission (ARM). John is was born and raised in New Jersey where he is currently based. He started his career in impact consulting and then transitioned into non-profit. He made the move when during a...
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"There's always a way to show up kind," with Rani Puranik EVP and Global CFO of Worldwide Oil Field Machine
This week’s guest is Rani Puranik, EVP and Global CFO of Worldwide Oilfield Machine (WOM). She is also the founder of a leadership coaching company and the author of a book that launched just the day before this episode dropped! At WOM, work is done around sustainability though environmentally...
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"The day of the passive ally has gone," with Founder and CEO North America of Brand Advance Group
This week’s guest is Christopher Kenna, founder and CEO North America at Brand Advance Group. In this open and honest chat we get into Chris’s life growing up in Northern England in care homes, his time in the Army, working as a TV presenter and then founding his own company. Listen for details....
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"We all are the experts of our own lives" with transformational coach and stand up comedian Maz Alexander
This week’s guest is Maz Alexander, social worker, mental wellbeing coach, comedian and passionate entrepreneur. Maz started out working as a social worker in adult social care. A thread you’ll hear in here story, and one to keep in mind as you listen, is that she listened to the advice of others...
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“I like making people laugh,” Rich Wilson, comedian and podcaster
This week’s guest is Rich Wilson, stand up comedian and host of the podcast Insane in the Men Brain. Rich did everything before he became a stand up comic having wanted to be a chef and then a mechanic. Eventually, he was a barman at Up the Creek and after some encouragement, took the stage.…
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"Have a voice and express it and be heard" with actor and doctor Stefania Licari
This week’s guest is Stefania Licari, actor, comedian, producer and medical doctor. She attended drama school, became a doctor working in anaesthetics and intensive care, and went to clowning school in Paris. We get into all of this and how empathy towards her colleagues, patients and the…
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“The rewards come in different shapes and sizes,” with Americana band True Strays
This week’s guests are James Cameron and Joe James from True Strays. True Strays is an Americana band. I spoke with the guys in December of 2022. So, when they talk about “next year”, they mean this year, 2023. They are going on tour so check them out in the UK! If you’re not in the UK, then…
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Maybe it's time that I do something,” with songwriter, designer and Smile Songs creator
This week’s guest is Sharon Glassman, designer, songwriter and founder of Smile Songs. The Colorado-based Smile Songs incorporates all of Sharon’s talents into a line of musical cards and gifts. In addition to containing original music by Sharon, Smile Songs products are unique because they use…
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"Take massive imperfect action every day," with non-profit founder and multipreneur Tamara Doerksen
This week’s guest is Tamara Doerksen, multi-preneur, published author, yoga and meditation and mindfulness teacher, and a career transition and entrepreneur coach. She’s also the founder of the non-profit organization, Lonny’s Smile. I chatted with Tamara from her home in Toronto, Canada. She...
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“Anyone can have a great relationship if they want to,” with Diana Indries, Founder of Better Topics Card Game for Couples
This week’s guest is Diana Indries, the founder of Better Topics Card Games.Better Topics born out of Diana’s interest in relationships and learning to communicate within those. Relationships are very important to her. So important In fact, that she recently moved from England back home to…
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"You never want someone to leave your restaurant hungry." with Chef Dennis
This week’s guest is Chef Dennis, the founder of the food blog, Ask Chef Dennis. Incidentally, he is also a chef! Dennis was always a fan of food. He gained early inspiration was Graham Kerr, an Australian television chef who showed him how great you could make people feel by cooking for them....
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“It all prepared me to get outta my comfort zone,” with Patrick Alcoke, entrepreneur and co-founder of Find Your Steady
This week’s guest is Patrick Alcoke, marketing entrepreneur and co-founder of Find Your Steady. We chatted via SquadCast from his living room in Maryland and mine in London, UK. Patrick’s career started out with him pursuing music after college. He moved to California and was touring the country…
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“This is what I'm supposed to be doing” with Sacred Walker, CEO of Kuumba Health and Mental Health & Mind-Body-Soul Health Enthusiast
This week’s guest is Sacred Walker, founder at Kuumba Health International Coaching Institute based out of New York. She is also a mental health and mind, body, and soul health enthusiast. At Kuumba, Sacred and her team work with ambitious leaders focusing on their mental, emotional and mind-body...
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“Money is simply an echo of value,” with speaker and co-author of The Go-Giver Bob Burg
This week’s guest is Bob Burg, author and speaker. You may know him from the book series he co-wrote with John David Mann, The Go-Giver. The Go-Giver is a business parable that illustrates shifting your focus from getting to giving. In it, there are five laws of stratospheric success that are...
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"Better than sitting on your ass and just moaning about it," with Digital Mobilisation Strategist Paul de Gregorio
This week’s guest is Paul de Gregorio, Digital Mobilisation Strategist and Founder at Rally. Paul works with organisations to help them come up come up with ways to bring together all of the public-facing elements to drive actions such as fundraising or advocacy. He started out in political...
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"Have a game plan and work really hard," with Mitlin Financial Founder Larry Sprung
This week’s guest is Larry Sprung, founder and wealth advisor. Larry is the founder of Mitlin Financial and the story of the naming of the firm is a sweet one. His reasons for going into wealth management are a reflection of the values shared in his family and the result of his upbringing. It is...
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“Age is a number,” with Colour Alchemist Founder Martina Carello
This week’s guest is Martina Carello, founder of the Colour Alchemist Canada. In her business, she has sought to help others avoid mistakes that impede fashion business growth and success. Martina is also developing two clothing lines of her own including one that focuses on Gen X women and…
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“Starting is probably the hardest thing to do’” with Life Balance Coach Sara Deacon
This week’s guest is Sara Deacon, Life Balance Coach for Better Adulting, and podcaster. Sara was working in postpartum care but once the pandemic hit, she began coaching full time when things went virtual. Her work became focused on young adults and teenagers. She works with them on decisions,...
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“We're having a human experience,” with multimedia artist Aunia Kahn
This week’s guest is Aunia Kahn, multimedia artist and creative entrepreneur. She founded both Rise Visible (formerly Light Owl Design) and Create for Healing which we discuss. Rise Visible is a full-service branding, design and marketing agency. She started her career in web and graphic design...
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"Tepid regards..." with Joey Held, writer and podcaster
This week’s guest is Joey Held, writer and podcaster. Joey resides in Austin, TX but just before we chatted had attended the LA Times Festival of books in support of his book “Kind, But Kind of Weird: Short Stories on Life's Relationships”. He even had an encounter with a star of the New Girl who...
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Feed Drop - Creativity Found Podcast with Rabiah as the guest
For the first time on More Than Work, the podcast is doing a feed drop! This means that another podcast is dropping into this feed. Welcome Creativity Found podcast! The host and creator of Creativity found interviewed the host of More Than Work, Rabiah Coon, and that episode is featured here…
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"Advocating for oneself does not ever end," with Guest Liz Benditt, Founder of The Balm Box
This week’s guest is Liz Benditt, founder of The Balm Box and part-time professor at the University of Kansas. She earned her undergraduate degree in Broadcast Film Communications. Following school, Liz worked at Disney before pursing her MBA at to USC. During her career, she has worked for major...
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"You deserve a voice at the table," with School Board Candidate and Activist Andrew Taban
This week’s guest is Andrew Taban, school board candidate and activist. Andrew grew up in Santa Clarita, CA, a community north of Los Angeles. Some may recognize it as the home of Magic Mountain. He is now running for William S Hart Union School District Trustee Area 2. Andrew’s participation in...
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"We have to treat people better," with Martin Henson, Black Lives Advocate and BMEN Foundation Founder
This week’s guest is Martin Henson, activist and Executive Director of the BMEN Foundation, an organization that is focused on providing community and support for issues specific to black men. The founding of BMEN came out of looking at the way men in general were responding to MeToo and the need...
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"I knew what I wanted to do since I was 12" with Philip Simon (Stand Up Comedian, Actor and Writer)
This week’s guest is writer, actor and comedian, Philip Simon. Philip started out as an actor, attending the Guildford Theatre School before landing his first professional gig in a commercial. After a long run as Daddy Pig in a staged puppetry production of Peppa Pig, he decided it was time for a...
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"Be resilient and just keep chasing" with guest Antonella Pisani, Founder and CEO of Eyeful Media
This week’s guest is Antonella Pisani, CEO and Founder of Eyeful Media. Antonella started out as a web developer and moved into marketing roles working in e-commerce at ProFlowers, Guitar Center, JC Penney and Fossil gaining experience in all aspects of digital marketing. After 20 years working…
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"It doesn’t feel like a choice," with Guest Jazeen Hollings, Writer
This week’s guest is Jazeen Hollings, She is a writer, artist and as she puts it, future ghost, from Toronto, Canada. She is also a professional video editor by trade. After starting out as a Philosophy major and then moving into graphic design as an undergraduate, Jazeen fell in to video…
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"Make other people’s lives better," with Ukrainian tech founder Andrew Alexseyenko
This week’s guest is Andrew Alexseyeko. He is the founder of two tech companies and co-founder of KOLO which is an organization helping those on the front lines of the war in Ukraine. Recently, Andrew fled his home in Kiev due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He spoke to me from a city in...
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"The secret is to learn how to serve others in a really meaningful way," with Peacemaker Doug Noll
This week’s guest is Douglas E. Noll, lawyer turned peacemaker. Doug was raised in California and left the state to go to Dartmouth where he earned an undergraduate degree in English. In 1974 he returned to California entered law school, eventually graduating with honors. Doug spent 22 years...
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"The secret sauce is knowing who you are" with Genesis Amaris Kemp (Life Coach, Speaker and Podcast Founder)
This week’s guest is Genesis Amaris Kemp. She’s a visionary life coach, motivational speaker and podcast founder. Genesis started out working in hospitals and intended to go to medical school. But, she ended up spending over a decade in the oil and gas industry. Her first role was as an imaging...
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Defined by your career? Ready to try a new hobby or job? Looking to be inspired? This weekly podcast shares stories of people who have found work-life balance and self-worth beyond just their job title. Rabiah Coon, a marketing manager, standup comic, writer and non-profit volunteer talks with guests about the pursuit of passions and hobbies, or work that reflects our values. Through guest's stories, listeners are reminded that life is more than work.
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Defined by your career? Ready to try a new hobby or job? Looking to be inspired? This weekly podcast shares stories of people who have found work-life balance and self-worth beyond just their job title. Rabiah Coon, a marketing manager, standup comic, writer and non-profit volunteer talks with...
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