Wholeheartedly

We end where we begin … as Holly Ruth Finigan completes Season One of The Wholeheartedly Podcast going back to the energy of her first episode and connecting once again to Self-Love. In part two of this first episode, Holly brings on her island soul sister, Evie Marie O’Connor, a Nantucket Native, who shares her gifts with the world as a movement and meditation teacher, ceremonialist, and holistic psychotherapist.  Evie believes that healing is not only possible for everyone and every wound, but also an organic, emergent process that need not be forced, but facilitated. Tune in as they discuss devotion, the alchemy of presence, and the ritual offerings that September and the season of Virgo gifts to us. A beautiful listen for all those seeking to better connect with themselves and the world around them. 

It takes a long time to make an old friend… and this week on Wholeheartedly, Holly Ruth Finigan brings in a dear island soul sister, Zahra Kasza, who doubles as her first boss at Schooners in 2005. Tune in as the women talk about their ever evolving work on the island — as Zahra has been a restaurant owner, a licensed dietician, a leader in fundraising for nonprofits, and now serves as Development Director at The Warming Place. And what is The Warming Place? Well, that is exactly the reason to tune in … as Holly and Zahra quickly go deep on a topic that is not often seen here on island… and yet, is very much present. A beautiful listen around being of service on an island that holds the hearts of so many.

Holly brings on her very first friend, her big sister, Christina Finigan Nihan, as the two connect on their love for Nantucket as well as how the island has brought them closer together over the past thirteen years. Christina shares summer stories, Labor Day memories and what makes The Grey Lady her family’s happy place … while Holly reads “SISTERS” in Wholeheartedly and paying homage to Christina and how much their sisterhood has shaped Holly’s life … on island and off.

They say when the student is ready… the teacher appears… so tune in this week as Holly Ruth Finigan uses the power of the internet to connect us back to our INNERNET alongside her beloved spiritual teacher, Punnu Wasu.  Listen to the stories of what brought Holly & Punnu together in April of 2018… and how Holly refers to that chance encounter in Bali as her “spiritual” heart surgery.  Here, they’ll discuss the question that Punnu asked that changed Holly’s life forever, how healing relationships with our parents is one of life’s greatest gifts, the power of intent, effort & divine intervention, and Punnu’s 10 Steps to a Higher Consciousness.  This is a beautiful episode as Holly and Punnu share the bliss that comes from doing this deep work in the world —in Bali and beyond! Listen until the very end for an extra special announcement!

Tune in to part two of Grey Ladies with Angela Raynor as she shares her dramatic gear shift from living in the third person to coming home to herself.  Emerging from the discomfort zone of the too often unspoken reality behind the scenes of the demanding life as a seasonal restauranteur, Angela had to reckon with the impact of the years of making magic for others while missing out on the beauty of her own life.In taking back the reigns, Angela has found a deeper alignment with her beloved family, her dear friends and is most grateful for putting a vibrational value on her time, her offerings and her work in the world. Experience the true dovetails of these two episodes as Angela gave herself the permission and the space to return home to her art and to her poetry. An inspiring first person narrative that will leave the listener with the tools to take back their own life. 

It’s all about the graceful dismount in this two-part episode of Wholeheartedly as Holly brings on the divine energy of Angela Raynor. Angela, who describes herself as in her “Renaissance Era” talks about her arrival to the island four decades ago alongside her thirty years of owning restaurants on Nantucket with her husband Seth. Many of you know the couple from their years operating The Pearl, Boarding House & Corazon Del Mar… and here … Angela touches on the work it took to gracefully dismount from her life in service to come back home to her writing, her art and ultimately, her Self. In this profoundly transformational episode, Angela speaks volumes about what it felt like to live in “third person” energy … and weaves her beautiful storytelling into how she has emerged back into a first person narrative. If you love this episode… stay tuned… as part two will launch next! 

This episode has been a long time coming... especially since today's Grey Lady guest is not just @greyladygirl on Instagram.. but is also a longstanding Nantucketer, who arrived as a toddler, and has had a deep love for sharing the beauty of the island, both online and offline, for years. Welcome Georgie Morley to Wholeheartedly as she and Holly dive into the tales of being early social media adapters... leaving and coming back to Nantucket with a fresh set of eyes ... and the tips and tools that help them stay present in this ever-evolving digital world. 

Ever dreamed of writing a book? Ever had that strong urge to tell your story? Or to write poetry? Or write fiction? Or express your heart's work through the power of your hands? Holly's 14th episode takes us back to her heart's work... which is writing and righting stories through her trilogy WHOLEHEARTEDLY. Here she shares her top five tips for getting into the "write" state of mind -- listen for how she curates a sacred space to get creative... and how you can do it for yourself, too!

It’s all about the energy of the 13 (part two!) as Wholeheartedly podcast host Holly Ruth Finigan brings on her first 13 year old guest,  Nantucket Native Ben Congdon,  to talk about lucky number 13 and the global phenomenon known of the Era’s Tour! Tune in as Holly and Ben download what they learned from going abroad and experiencing the Magic of Taylor Swift’s albums alongside her beloved fans. A fresh and playful listen about the power of shared connection (and friendship bracelets!) and a heart felt reflection to help us remember what it felt like to be in that loving and supportive Era’s Tour community.

Thirteen may just be the luckiest number in the book... and in the 13th episode of Wholeheartedly, host Holly Ruth Finigan brings on her island soul sister Marla Mullen, cochair of Nantucket By Design, to connect with global powerhouse JJ Martin of La Double J. Tune in as the trio connects about Raising the Vibration on Nantucket through the Sisterhood community and the interconnectedness of of all things through the Nantucket By Design's 2025 INTERWOVEN theme. Listen as JJ tells the stories on how she built up her brand while building up communities through beauty, design and raising consciousness. You'll also get the scoop on the SATELLITE SISTERHOOD being co-created alongside Holly at 10 Easy Street on July 12th and 13th. Here's to lucky 13!

Holly is kicking off the Wholeheartedly Summer Podcast series with a spotlight on her Grey Ladies. Tune in as she brings in the hearts and voices of the women who have inspired her on Nantucket and beyond. Her first guest is the empowering, fashion forward, and award-winning jeweler, Katherine Jetter of The Vault Nantucket. Listen as Katherine shares her nine-year journey of owning a store on Nantucket, the sisterhood that keeps her here, alongside why the island fuels her soul. As the girls catch up on the summer ahead, they also share their deep spiritual connection to each other, to motherhood and to the Grey Lady herself. A beautiful listen for women supporting women. 

In honor of her 42nd birthday, Holly takes you back on her journey of BECOMING... and shares the stories of why she shut down the Nantucket blACKbook at the height of her career alongside what the last five years have taught her as she goes into her next chapter of Happy Place: A Wellness Symposium. Tune in as she connects the dots on the evolution of her life's path ... and how life must be lived forwards, but is only understood by looking bACK. Holly ends with her truth... her heart's mission and her favorite quote around authenticity.

The word of the week is COMPASSION. And in this episode, Holly Ruth Finigan brings on author, educator, thought leader and peace engineer Thom Bond to connect on non-violent communication, empathy, and the annual online Compassion Course, which begins again on June 18th. Thom is currently nurturing a worldwide movement, with an innovative global approach to peace education and conflict resolution Tune in for a taste of his profound approach for learning and integrating skills that help us experience more compassion and understanding in our lives. And if you’re on Nantucket during the June 21st and 22nd, you’ll be able to experience his bright light in person at The Happy Place Wellness Symposium. A must listen for those seeking more effective communication in their lives.

How alive are you? And do you know how many Mondays you have left? Our Wholeheartedly guest this week is here to help you snap out of autopilot and realize your own mortality with an epic conversation around the game called life. Tune in for a sneak peek into the stories of Jodi Wellman, the Happy Place Wellness Symposium's Sunday closing keynote speaker. With a quick wit, a love for making dark topics lighter, and the ability to discuss death in a way helps you honor life, Jodi inspires listeners to attune to "Memento Mori".... and in doing so, makes us remember to live like we mean it.

To infinity… and beyond! Host Holly Ruth Finigan talks a few of her favorites topics as she kicks off the sixth month of the year connecting on 6 in Numerology, Projectors and Generators in Human Design and the vast Nantucket sky at night with Astrophotographer and Vedic Astrologer, Charity Grace. This episode propels us into the greater universe and lands us back on Earth in a fluid way that only two water signs could do! A must listen for those seeking more Self discovery and creative outlets to channel their artistic dreams. 

It’s been 20 years since Holly Ruth Finigan stepped ashore on Nantucket… and in honor of that anniversary, she takes you on a wholehearted tour of her two decades on the island. Tune in for the tales on how she began as a bartender, evolved into a blogger, became the infamous Miss blACKbook and then cracked herself open in front of everyone to finally remove all that she was not … so she could finally be who she really is. For all those seeking a more authentic existence… this is must listen. 

It’s all about the power of the internet to connect you to your INNERNET as Holly Ruth Finigan brings on Empowerment Coach and Swell Women Retreat Owner, Lulu Agan. Tune in as they discuss how Lulu created both in person and virtual retreats that connect women from around the world. And what does it really mean to Rock Your Bliss? These two deep dive into what lights them up and finish by connecting on Lulu's virtual retreat "The Power of Just One" which goes live on May 27th! A must attend for anyone seeking to discover how one simple practice can spark a journey from rock bottom to fulfillment and joy.

We're talking empowerment, evolution and the divine feminine spirit in the 5th episode of Wholeheartedly. Host Holly Ruth Finigan brings on Stephanie Serra, Director of Programming of NEW Moon Fest, which focuses on amplifying women's voices with its annual Memorial Day weekend event at the Sconset Casino. Tune in as Holly and Stephanie connect on visual and audio storytelling as Steph and her team shine a spotlight on women filmmakers from across the globe. Get ready for a preview of life's coming attractions with this special episode highlighting the archetype of the Wild Woman. 

We speak from a heart centered space in the Wholeheartedly Podcast … and today host Holly Ruth Finigan brings on Taylon, a brilliant poet and the entrepreneur behind Nantucket’s mobile OUI’D Bar. Tune in as Holly and Taylon discuss their own health journeys and the powerful impact that writing, speaking and healing through plants  has made on their lives. Get the details on how Taylon and her partner Aislinn built their next chapter on Nantucket by seeing the need for more alcohol free bar options at events and learn more about the Flowers After Dark series that they are co-launching alongside Charity Grace Mofsen. Stay till the end to hear Taylon give listeners the gift of her spoken poetry… a must listen for raising vibration.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY SUBSTACKEpisode Three Over the past twenty years, host Wholeheartedly Holly Ruth Finigan has been an earlier adapter to the power of the Internet, social media marketing and digital advocacy. So it only felt fitting to bring on her first virtual guest today in this third episode. This week, Holly talks about the power of Substack, a digital platform she describes is like “a blog and newsletter had a highly evolved digital baby.” She connects on her own Wholeheartedly Substack alongside her Substack Coach, Adrienne J.  Tune in for a Substack introduction and why Holly believes this is the creative content engine of the future.  Adrienne will discuss how to get yourself started on Substack that will help listeners (and especially writers) value their content better online. Holly touches on why she began to sneak peek her second book through the platform.  A great episode for those looking for more mutually nourishing exchange for their work. 

Sleeps… Creeps… Leaps! It’s all about the analogy of a seed and tuning into the energy of spring and rebirth with this second episode on the Wholeheartedly Podcast. Join host Holly Ruth Finigan as she welcomes her very first guest, Joann Burnham, who is her friend, mentor and now partner in Happy Place Events. Listen as they talk about Joann’s journey to Nantucket, how Joann created Dharma Yoga with her husband Ted (fifteen years ago!) and what they learned from co-founding the Nantucket Yoga Festival from 2012 to 2019.For the first time on audio, Holly and Joann connect on how they reimagined the Nantucket Yoga Festival into Happy Place: A Wellness Symposium, a two-day event all around health, happiness and longevity launching on June 21st and June 22nd at The Dreamland Theater. Get ready to hear things sleep, creeped and leaped with Joann and Holly. 

It’s a special day to tune into the frequency of love with the premier episode of the Wholeheartedly, The Podcast.  Join host Holly Ruth Finigan as shares her first guidepost to healing better and feeling better … which is connecting to the energy of SELF LOVE. Here she gives her take on what those words really mean, and shares the final story in her first book where she lets you know that the one you want to find is you.  This episode was recorded on the 11th anniversary of her mother’s passing and comes straight from the heart.  Wholeheartedly: Self Love will leave you feeling more connected to yourself and the world around you.