Disclaimer: This will be our last episode for a while. I'm sorry, I knowww. Don't worry though! We're not gone forever but a break is for sure needed. What a last episode to have though! I loved this conversation with Coach Ed Bradley, the co-founder of Powerful Minds Counseling, a Transitional Life Coach, motivational speaker, and educational consultant based in Gulfport, Mississippi. He brings such dow to earth wisdom, understanding and honesty to this discussion and to your l...

What does it truly mean to be an 'activist'? From stigma and stereotypes to the role of media and community, our society today is as complex as it is misleading. Today we're sitting down with Abbie Wolfe (they/them) a Manchester-based queer rights activist and community organiser, and the Secretary of Trans Mutual Aid Manchester. We will be unpacking the realities of activism, the trans movement, the media and what should actually be our core focus. Quote of the day: "We are beginning to unde...

Kyla is back everyone! One of my closest friends has decided to visit me in the glorious UK and we of course had to get together for a podcast chat. I won't lie to you... we did struggle to find a quote and we veer off track sometimes but it's a fun chaotic convo where we unveil personal opinions and details about our lives and relationships (friendships, partners, all the 'ships') Come join Kyla and I for this little hour and see if you totally agree or disagree. Quote of the day...

🎉 It’s officially been a year since I hit record for the very first time! In this special anniversary episode of Notes & Quotes, I’m taking a step back to reflect on why I started the podcast, what it’s grown into, and where I hope to take it next. In this episode, I revisit some of our earliest moments, share private thoughts, give you a sneak peek at what’s new, and say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey. Also tune in to hear about what's next for this jou...

The rise of the “tradwife” — women who embrace a hyper-traditional, domestic lifestyle as wives and mothers. From soft-focus homemaking aesthetics to overt political messaging, the tradwife movement sparks heated debates about feminism, free will, and gender roles. Is the "tradwife' trend really harmless? We explore the tension between “choice feminism” and the deeper political, racial, and cultural ideologies that often underpin these choices. Together, we’ll look at how nostalgia for a so-c...

Young people have been shaking up the political world recently. They've not held back on advocating for what's right. Whether that be in climate change or social justice. However, they're still more or less kids. Why has there been such a stark increase in the number of youth activists? Particularly in the climate space. Today, we are sitting down with Stephania Añazco a youth climate leader from Ecuador, dedicated to empowering coastal communities and advancing inclusive climate and oc...

We know that our planet is under siege with climate change and we know that we all need to be more sustainable. However, has anyone noticed how expensive it is to be sustainable?? Sustainable brands, electric cars, they're all more expensive than the more harmful alternatives. So, is there any affordable way to be more eco-friendly?? Quote of the day: We don't need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly," - Anne Marie Bonneau Send us a ...

Gen Z seems determined to do everything in their power to avoid getting stuck in a traditional 9-5. From freelance, to remote work, to entrepreneurship, to side hustles, young adults have been on the hunt for... an escape? Is that what it is? Let's find out in today's episode. Why is Gen Z so aversed to the 9-5 working life? Quote of the day: "Working 9 to 5, what a way to make a living, barely getting by, it's all taking and no giving." - Dolly Parton Nobody is surprised by this weeks quote....

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The graduate experience. For most people today, it goes a little like this. Joy, relief, excitement, ambition, realisation, exhaustion, self doubt, despair, stress, pressure, uncertainty, lost... Graduates today are not just leaving uni and jumping into their dream jobs. Or any jobs for that matter. The job market today is tough and even more brutal for those just out of school. Today we're touching on what that experience is like and how best to face it. Who better to talk about this than 2 ...

It’s a question that seems simple — until it’s not. For many immigrants and children of immigrants, it’s loaded with complexity. Is it where you were born? Where you were raised? Where has become your home? The answer can feel difficult especially because one simple answer may mean reducing an entire part of yourself. In this episode, I sit down with Urmi Hossain — a Bengali-Italian living in Montreal — to explore the layered experience of growing up across cultures. We talk about the identit...

If you’ve been thinking about therapy, BetterHelp makes it easy to get started with credentialed therapists online. Visit betterhelp.com/notesandquotes to get 10% off your first month. Not all trauma is loud. This episode explores the quieter wounds — the tiny moments that slowly chip away at confidence, self-worth, and emotional well-being. From backhanded compliments to constant criticisms, we’re unpacking how these small, repeated experiences can leave a big mark. Quote of the day: “Someti...

I was at an AI training seminar a few weeks ago and someone asked the presenter what the environmental impact of AI was and he froze, stuttered and eventually said "if it's going to kill us all it'll kill us all". It made me wonder, are these the sentiments of AI when it comes to climate change? What actually is the impact? Is it all negative? Are there any positives? Will it indeed kill us all?? Quote of the day: "The greatest danger of Artificial Intelligence is that people conclude too ear...

Today, we're doing something a little different... a cohosted episode with me and the brilliant Zulean Cruz-Díaz. A Texa-rican leadership developer who’s on a mission to help young professionals communicate, connect, and lead with confidence. Her work is all about shaping tomorrow’s leaders, and I couldn’t think of a better guest to dig into one of the most important pieces of that puzzle: mindset. In this episode, we’re unpacking the internalized beliefs that quietly shape how we show up—lik...

I don't know about you, but my brain moves super fast and in turn, my life moves super fast. I very rarely take time to just stop, slow down, appreciate and simply... exist. What does that even mean? What does that even look like? How on earth do I not hustle or focus on productivity? Il dolce far niente, liming, niksen, all concepts that focus on exactly that. Just being. The art of doing fuck all! Maybe this is what we need more of? What do you think? Quote of the day: "There is more ...

I’m still learning about this, but I’ve always wondered about the notion of having a racial preference. Is it ok? Is it not ok? Are there grey areas?? Why do people say they have racial preferences? Is it based in something more problematic than we realize? So many questions. In this episode, I try to unpack some of these questions through research and personal reflection. Quote of the day:“The fact is, who we love is subtly and not so subtly influenced by society and its rigid racial h...

This past week I've been feeling a lot of self doubt. About everything really. My future, my worth, this podcast even. I felt the need to share with you what's going on in my head. Listen to this if you want to hear me overthink, rationalize, ramble and reassure myself as I go through thoughts we all have. Primarily, "what if it doesn't work out?" Quote of the day: "Why not you?" - Steve Maraboli Send us a text Support the show Tune in every Tuesday for more episodes of Notes & Quot...

Have you been wondering about your future? Have you been feeling drained by the constant disastrous climate news and feeling a sense of dread about what's to come with how big the crisis is? Well, today we're getting honest about something called climate anxiety. That being, a sense of worry and nervousness rooted in uncertainty about the future due to climate change. This is an extremely rational and common feeling. That's why today we are going to be talking about how we can start to ...

It's mental health awareness week and Marvel just came out with Thunderbolts*. A team of anti-heroes, castaways, and... well.. what was branded as failures. But now they are being shown in a new light. Rising from their failures and admitting their mental health struggles. Quote of the day: Your struggles do not define you. It's how you handle them that determines who you are - Jon Jones Today, we are chatting about this movie and it's primary theme - mental health. More specifically, n...

If you're anything like me, you're in your early adult years and have no clue how to build a career or even what you want as a career. How the hell do people even build on, let alone enjoy Linkedin?!! Well never fear Olajumoke is here. Today we are sitting down with Olajumoka Fatoki, a certified HR professional and career coach, to discuss what you need to know about career building and how to make the most of where you are to get to where you want to be. Quote of the day: "Visibility i...