Unreasonable Humans

15 // Jessica Monty has always followed a path of nourishment, whether it be of the soul, the body or the mind. We chat about the stoke (and the politics) of surfing, her time as a private chef at Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch (and a surprising meal he asked her to make), educating others to make more empowered choices in the kitchen and why being unreasonable is not an option for her 😉 Jessica is a surfer, single mom, private chef, food writer and culinary consultant.

14 // Kamakshi Hart overcame an incredibly traumatic childhood and not only healed herself, but has gone on to share the wisdom she has gained in order to help others heal themselves too. She holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology and is a Trauma-informed Transformational Coach.

13 // Niki Schmid understood the importance of forgiveness from a very young age, but it was not until a great moment of vulnerability that she truly recognized the heart of what it is to forgive. She has taken this wisdom into her work and helped many to transform their lives. Niki is a forgiveness mentor, reiki master and communication guide. ✨ To book an in-person or zoom session with Niki, please email her: [email protected] ✨

12 // Monica Zaidman proves that being unreasonable does not necessarily mean being loud, brash or in-your-face. She has used her love of fashion and the planet to create a brand that honors co-creation and the tenderness that lies in beautiful things. She is the owner and visionary behind Moona Star Collective. Find them online… Website: www.moonastarcollective.com / IG: @moonastarcollective / TikTok: @moona.star ✨🤍✨

11 // Kid Fonque had humble beginnings as a bedroom DJ playing a sound that wasn’t mainstream. He stayed true to this sound and bit by bit, he built a stellar career as the host of one of South Africa’s top electronic music shows, Selective Styles, founder of the house record label Stay True Sounds, and most recently, as the Director of A&R for the iconic UK based record label Defected Records.

10 // Eve Gaines talks us about the importance of ceremony and how we can bring the sacred into our everyday lives. She is a seasoned Ceremonialist and she holds an honors degree in medical and psychological anthropology, with a focus on rites and rituals.

9 // Carly Jo Carson uses breathing techniques and sound to facilitate deep healing and transformation. She is a multi-talented artist and the co-creator of a Musical Arc project called Infinite Crescendo.

8 // Dr. Paul Astin is radically changing people’s perceptions of how children and adolescents should be educated. He has worked in public and private education for 30 years, has a doctorate in Educational Leadership, and his 2008 Dissertation focusing on adolescent development and middle school Reform won the Dissertation of the Year award in UCLA’s Educational Leadership Program.

7 // Kareena Heart has taken the road less travelled and found her home at the end of it. She is currently a nomadic co-creator, teaching somatic movement at retreats and workshops around the globe.

6 // Alizah Silver is an educator and activist changing the world one community at a time. We talk to her about the importance of nature connection, the public education system and how we as communities can help our children thrive.

5 // Pixie Bennett is testament to the resilience of pursuing one’s passion, no matter the obstacles.

4 // Bianca Sapetto has lived a multi-dimensional life expression of her immense creativity. She was a national gymnastics champion, performer for Cirque Du Soleil and has gone on to become an extraordinary creator in the dancing, aerial and spiritual realms.

3 // Tori shows us that there can be peace after trauma and addiction. She took an alternative path, one that led her not only to forgiveness & freedom, but ultimately to love.

2 // Leah Sefor has been immersed in the exploration of the human condition for her whole life. She is an incredible relationship & communication coach, she has lived where most wouldn’t dare and she has never been one to allow fear a seat at her table.

1 // Amy Terranova went from having a successful business to losing it all and building herself back up again, despite her constant imposter syndrome.

The Unreasonable Humans podcast with Erica Laidley Phillipson features candid conversations with real people from all walks of life who have forged their own path by staying true to themselves and not succumbing to the status quo. They have conquered fears, built empires, shunned social norms, created magic and gone where others wouldn’t dare. Through their stories of courage, optimism and faith, hopefully you will find that you too are an Unreasonable Human ready to live your life the fullest and truest way you know how.