The Grace & Grind Podcast
by KKFI Community Podcasts
Hosted by Wesley and Kharissa Forte, this is the show that puts progress over perfection and BBQ over smoothie bowls! Tune in as they discuss various health and wellness topics like self-care, spirituality, and nutrition plus guided meditations and interviews with industry professionals. See what's new at GRACEANDGRIND.CO. Based in Kansas City, Mo.
Episodes
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#40: It's the Finale, Baby! (11 Lessons to Take Away from the Show)
In the season 2 finale, Wesley and Kharissa reminisce on this year and revisit past episodes featuring advice from leaders in wellness and the Kansas City community. You'll hear from Chris Goode (Ruby Jean's Juicery), Micah and Diana Lacerte (HitchFit), Nicki Jones (NickiFit), Heath Wessling (KC...
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#39: (MEDITATION EPISODE) Working with Boredom
Piggybacking off of the article Surrendering to Boredom Benefits Your Work and Well-Being at graceandgrind.co, Kharissa guides listeners through a meditation session where they'll learn how to work with boredom to achieve optimal mindfulness, awareness, and contentment. --- Send in a voice…
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#38: 7 Mindset Shifts for Manifesting Your Goals in 2022 with Grace Yasmine
Just as hilarious and she is insightful, tune in as author and entrepreneur Grace Yasmine shares seven mindset shifts for manifesting a life of prosperity, abundance, and peace no matter what struggles you've endured. Grab her free guide for growing a successful business at the10kvision.com and...
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#37: Eradicating Food Insecurity in Kansas City with Kanbe's Markets
Join Wesley and Kharissa as they sit down with Max Kaniger (CEO) and DePrice "DP" Taylor (Director of Community Engagement) of Kanbe's Markets to discuss their mission to make Kansas City the first city in America to not have food deserts or food insecurity. --- Send in a voice message:...
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#36: A Freestyle Conversation on Astrology, Science, and Church (Part 2)
In this episode, Wes and Kharissa finish their two-part conversation. Listen as they discuss the difference between the Institute of American Church Culture (IACC) and the true church, how the Bible connects repentance and mindfulness, spiritual manipulation, and more. GRACEANDGRIND.CO --- Send…
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#35: A Freestyle Conversation on Astrology, Science, and Church (Part 1)
In this episode, Wes and Kharissa begin a two-part conversation about the differences in their spiritual beliefs, the intersection of science and spirituality, and why they don't associate with the Institute of American Church Culture (IACC). Connect with Grace & Grind online at graceandgrind.co....
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#34: (Meditation Episode) Practicing Acceptance
Building on the idea that we need less manifestation and more gratitude, contentment, and acceptance, Kharissa guides us in a meditation that teaches us how to harness the power of our desires in a manner that allows us to witness and participate in the beauty that is the present moment. --- Send...
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#33: The 7 Pillars of Wellness with Heath Wessling of KC Wellness Club (Part 2)
In this episode, we continue our conversation from episode #31 with KC Wellness Club CEO Heath Wessling. Tune in as he guides on how to make the most of the remaining four pillars of wellness: nutrition, finances, social, and environmental. Connect with KC Wellness Club kcwellnessclub.com...
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#32: (MEDITATION EPISODE) A Bedtime Session for Quieting the Mind and Releasing Tension
In this episode, Kharissa guides listeners in a meditation designed to help you experience deep, well-rested sleep by eliminating rampant thoughts in the mind and stress in the body. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/graceandgrindco/message
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#31: The 7 Pillars of Wellness with Heath Wessling of KC Wellness Club (Part 1)
In this episode, Wesley and Kharissa are joined by KC Wellness Club CEO Heath Wessling for an in-depth conversation on the first three of the seven pillars of wellness: mindfulness, spirituality, and physical wellness. Tune in as Heath dispels the woo-woo by providing both scientific data and...
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#30: Keeping It Real About Fitness and Competing With Trainer and IFBB Pro Kat Williams
Join Wes and Kharissa as they chat with personal trainer and IFBB Pro Kat Williams about working with Scott Smith who gave Kat her first training job and who was recently diagnosed with ALS. Kat also shares what she eats to get and stay fit, why we need to change the narrative around body...
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#29: (MEDITATION EPISODE) Affirmations for the Black Wellness Experience
In this episode, Kharissa guides us in a series of affirmations designed to empower and replenish the Black community. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/graceandgrindco/message
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#28: How to Make Vacations Part of Your Self-Care Lifestyle
In this episode, Wes and Kharissa share how their recent family vacation to Gulf Shores, Alabama was rooted in self-care. Tune in as they provide insight into why vacations should be part of how you practice self-care and what to do to make sure every trip caters to your mental health and...
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#27: Black Ancestral Healing with Jamari Michael White (Part 2)
In this episode, Wesley and Kharissa continue their conversation with ancestral healer, medium, and medicine man Jamari Michael White. Tune in as they discuss: - reshaping how Christianity looks in light of Black ancestry apart from white-washed American church culture - the necessity to hold…
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#26: (MEDITATION EPISODE) Tending the True Nature of the Mind
In this episode, Kharissa guides us in a meditation session that helps separate our identity from our thoughts and emotions. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/graceandgrindco/message
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#25: Black Ancestral Healing with Jamari Michael White (Part 1)
In this episode of The Grace & Grind Podcast, Wesley and Kharissa chat with Jamari Michael White, founder of Black Ancestral Healing and Black Birds Heal, about his experience as an ancestral healer, medium, and medicine man. Some of the topics they discuss include: - why it's important for Black...
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#24: Yoga and Christianity with Naomi Hutchinson of Healthy+Well
In this episode, Wesley and Kharissa sit down with Healthy+Well founder Naomi Hutchinson to discuss how she merges Yoga into her life without compromising her beliefs as a Christian. Naomi also shares her insight on exercising compassion in replace of judgment, making self-care a sustainable...
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#23: (MEDITATION EPISODE) Cultivating Equanimity Through Awareness
Accompanied by the sounds of nature, Kharissa guides us in a mediation session that helps us create an equal, healthy response to both the ups and downs of life. Join the Art of Meditation for free at graceandgrind.co. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/graceandgrindco/message
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#22: Pandemic PTSD and How to Elevate Your Mental Health
In honor of Mental Health Month, we're chatting about how the pandemic is causing PTSD, especially in front-line healthcare workers, and what one local organization is doing to help. We're also sharing what we're doing to take care of our mental health this month and how it's going to help you…
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#21: Vaccine Q&A with Disease Investigator DC Okonta
In this episode, Disease Investigator DC Okonta answers all of our vaccine questions and addresses concerns such as the mistrust of the vaccine among the Black community and religious groups, what efficiency rates really mean, what we have to do to get "back to normal," and more. --- Send in a...
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#20: (MEDITATION EPISODE) Releasing Shame and Brokenness
The idea of being "beautifully broken" has become a popular belief in the church, especially among Christian women. In this episode, Kharissa discusses why that's a dangerous concept to align with and shares what she believes God wants for us instead. --- Send in a voice message:...
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#19: 5 No-Nonsense Ways to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
In this episode, Wesley and Kharissa discuss: the new lesson they recently learned in their health and wellness journey their thoughts on the shows Them, Behind Her Eyes, and this season of Marriage at First Sight what they learned about imposter syndrome and how to beat it (no woo-woo required)...
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#18: Faith, Fitness and Marriage with HitchFit Owners Micah and Diana LaCerte
In this episode, HitchFit owners Micah and Diana LaCerte sit down with us to discuss fad diets, building a business with your spouse, a different perspective for your health journey when you're already a pretty confident person, why God is an important factor, and so much more! To learn more…
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#17: (MEDITATION EPISODE) Tackling Addiction to Movement Through Stillness
Discover the major life lesson of stillness Kharissa learned through an unfortunate event and how it can make a difference in your life starting today. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/graceandgrindco/message
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#16: Elevating Your Mindset with Enneagram
In this episode, Wesley and Kharissa deep dive into the strengths, weaknesses, and specific health tips for each enneagram type. They also chat about Coming2America, the Oprah interview with Harry and Meghan, Chris Harrison's temporary leave from The Bachelor/The Bachelorette, and more! --- Send…
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#15: Ruby Jean's CEO Chris Goode on Being a Black Business Owner in Kansas City
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Goode, the CEO of Ruby Jean's Juicery, to discuss the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur – especially as a Black man – in Kansas City. We also talk about the importance of adapting health and wellness as a norm for Black culture, the philosophy behind...
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#14: (MEDITATION EPISODE) Calming Anxiety by Improving the Quality of the Breath
Discover how to remove stress and bring ease back into the body with a meditative breathwork practice guided by Kharissa Forte. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/graceandgrindco/message
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#13: How to Know If You’re Practicing Self-Care, Self-Soothing, or Self-Harm
Wesley and Kharissa discuss how to identify the 4 factors of self-care, self-soothing, and self-harm with the goal of helping you gain clarity on the difference, rid your life of toxic habits, and find solace for creating genuine health and happiness. You'll also receive real, practical examples…
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#12: Why You're Not Losing Weight on Keto and How to Fix It
Tune in as we share 7 secret reasons why the keto diet isn't working for you and provide easy solutions for each problem that will help you move closer to your weight loss goals. Plus, you don't wanna miss our HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT as well as our hilarious banter on the new Netflix doc, Unwell, and…
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#11: Creating Balanced Health Through Bioenergetic Scanning
From food sensitivities to resonating toxins, hormonal imbalances, and more, in this episode, we chat about our experience with bioenergetic scanning and share the crazy results our tests revealed! This episode is brought to you by Balanced Health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...
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#10: Weight Loss Goals and Dropping the Quarantine 15
In this episode, we dish on what we're doing to get rid of the extra pounds gained on quarantine and share helpful tips – from workouts to mentality shifts and more – so you can get in shape, too! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app...
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#9: Demystifying Algae with ENERGYbits CEO Catharine Arnston
If you’ve ever wondered what the big deal is about chlorella and spirulina, press play! In this episode, we sit down with Founder and CEO of ENERGYbits Catharine Arnston as she teaches us why everyone should be eating algae – especially if you’re on a keto diet or if you’ve caught the…
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#8: Taking Care of Your Mental Health In a Jacked Up World
Between police brutality, an upcoming election, and COVID-19 still lurking, self-care has to be a top priority now more than ever. In this episode, we share 5 habits we're practicing for our mental health and how they can help you on your journey, too. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor…
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#7: How Self-Care Saved Our Marriage
In this episode, we discuss the three major lessons self-care taught us about creating a healthy marriage and we share how to practically prioritize self-care in your own relationship. Get the full show notes including a detailed outline of this episode's topic here:...
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#6: You Get Your Check?
If your bank account hasn't been blessed by that good stimulus payday, yet you might not get a check... Listen to this episode to find out why. Plus, we talk about why Black Americans are more impacted by COVID-19 and peep out what Beyonce had to say about it. All of this and more on this episode...
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#5: Quarantine and Chill
In this episode, we dish on our top 10 favorite movies and shows to binge-watch during quarantine! Plus, we're sharing 4 tips to reduce coronavirus anxiety and address what's going on with the pandemic right here in Kansas City. GRACEANDGRIND.CO/PODCAST --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor:...
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#4: Beers, Bears, and Brawn — oh, my!
In this episode, we chat about everything from the Coronavirus to cannibalism! Plus, find out which local fitness star we've teamed up with for our new diet and workout plan! GRACEANDGRIND.CO --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ---...
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#3: Hangin Out with Nicki Jones, Founder & CEO of NickiFit
Looking for free fitness classes to attend in Kansas City? NickiFit's got you, boo! In this episode, we chat with NickiFit Founder and CEO Nicki Jones about her free fitness model and why it's important to work with a certified trainer. Visit NickiFit.com to find a class near you! Plus, she…
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#2: Does Trump Really Have Our Best Interest at Heart?
In this episode, we act like responsible millennials and discuss key takeaways from the State of the Union. Plus, find out where you can hang out with us this week in Kansas City, what's new with local contestants on The Biggest Loser, and you won't believe this actor's weight loss…
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#1: Is Medical Marijuana a Good Move for Kansas City?
In this episode, Wes and Kharissa talk about the new medical marijuana dispensaries coming to KC. Plus: Did Jillian Michaels really body shame Lizzo, what we can all learn from Rebel Wilson's health journey, and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast....
About this show
Hosted by Wesley and Kharissa Forte, this is the show that puts progress over perfection and BBQ over smoothie bowls! Tune in as they discuss various health and wellness topics like self-care, spirituality, and nutrition plus guided meditations and interviews with industry professionals. See what's new at GRACEANDGRIND.CO. Based in Kansas City, Mo.
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