Episode #43 - Forgiveness is a powerful tool
explore personal growth, navigating change, and the impact of workplace culture on mental health.
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Episode #42 - Garbage Dumping in My Journal
We’re going to be completely honest with you: we started this episode feeling entirely out of it. Blame it on the rainy Northwest spring, blame it on the six-dollar latte inflation, or blame it on Ryan’s grandfather cutting a hole straight through a laundry room wall to mount a single, random AC unit.
But once the caffeine kicked in, things got real.
In this episode, we dive into the vulnerable, sometimes messy world of deep emotional healing. Carrie opens up about the exhausting timeline of grief, navigating life transitions at 59, and learning to stay anchored in the present. We also trade horror stories about searching for mental health support—from therapists who bring their own "crazy" to the table, to why venting to a literal balloon might occasionally yield the exact same results.
At the end of the day, healing isn't about hiding away or rushing the process; it’s about standing in your own sovereignty, dumping the mental garbage into a journal, and remembering you don't owe anyone a nice note when it’s time to walk away.
Grab a coffee, try to stay present, and remember—you are definitely not by yourself on this ride.
Episode #41 - Kindness, What a Concept
In this episode of the Between You and I podcast, Carrie Akre and Ryan Lane explore themes of personal growth, navigating divorce, and the challenges of liminal spaces. They discuss the importance of kindness in a chaotic world, the rise of DIY culture, and the impact of alcohol on mental health. The conversation emphasizes self-reflection and the journey towards understanding one's needs and aspirations. In this conversation, Carrie Akre and Ryan Lane explore various themes surrounding personal growth, healing, and the role of art and music in their lives. They discuss the importance of understanding one's nervous system, the challenges of navigating relationships, and the impact of past experiences on present behavior. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of self-care, setting boundaries, and the quest for authentic happiness. Additionally, they reflect on the healing power of music and the joy of creating art for personal fulfillment rather than commercial success.
Ryan’s Podcast List:
Blank Check with Griffin & David
Clarkesworld Magazine
Critical Role
Dear Hank & John
Do By Friday
Good Hang with Amy Poehler
Humans
If Books Could Kill
Maintenance Phase
My Brother, My Brother And Me
Not Another D&D Podcast
NPR's Book of the Day
Pod Save America
Radiolab
Reconcilable Differences
Roderick on the Line
Rotating Heroes
Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine
Seattle Now
Serious Trouble
The Adventure Zone
The Besties
The Daily
The Flop House
The McElroy Brothers Will Be In Trolls World Tour
The Moth
The PetaPixel Photography Podcast
The Rest Is History
The Rest Is Science
This American Life
Wonderful!
Worlds Beyond Number
You're Wrong About
Episode #40 - Emotional Healing Through Plant Medicine
In this episode, Carrie and Ryan explore the intersection of mental health, plant medicine, and the "frozen" state of ambiguous grief. They discuss the practicalities of microdosing as a medical tool and the emotional resilience required to navigate losses that lack finality.
Episode #39 - AI Counseling and Its Impact
We explore the multifaceted world of AI, from its applications in counseling and software development to its environmental impact and societal implications. They discuss the hype, realities, and ethical concerns surrounding AI, offering insights into its potential and pitfalls.
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Navigating Life's Liminal Space: A Journey of Transformation
From Grief to Growth: Carrie Akre's Story of RenewalEpisode #37 - Embracing Change
Join Carrie Akre and Ryan Lane as they explore personal transformation, creative pursuits, and navigating life's challenges during a period of significant change. This episode offers insights on embracing uncertainty, rebuilding identity, and finding joy in small moments.
Read MoreEpisode #36 - Joel Marshall
Joel Marshall is a multi-talented actor, comedian, and award-winning producer based in Los Angeles. He is the host of the popular podcast Lunch Therapy and is widely recognized for his contributions to the world of comedy, including being one of the originators of the planking craze.
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Episode #34 - Sheri Hauser
On this week’s episode we have the talented, high energy, and very pink Sheri Hauser AKA verysheri. She’s a transformational concierge, personal cheerleader, art facilitator, and all around wonderful person.
Where you can find Sheri online:
show notes:
Episode #33 - Erin Gallagher
Erin Gallagher is a Psychic Intuitive Coach and Trauma Specialist who helps people heal their soul, spirit and business so they can call in massive amounts of abundance. In 2014, after a 17 year drug and alcohol addiction, Erin healed herself using natural and holistic methods. She used what she learned during this time to tap into her own abilities as a healer, teacher and coach. She does most of her work in the Akashic Records and also uses somatic techniques to release emotional trauma from the physical body.
Show Links:
Work With Me! (a list of all my services in one place)
“Starting a company is like eating glass and staring into the abyss.” - Elon Musk
Episode #32 - Tony Moser
For this episode we have with us the talented filmmaker, comedian, author and KIϟϟ fan Tony Moser. We wanted to get him on the show to talk about his current ongoing Kickstarter campaign for the All Ages Show. A documentary about the history of the music scene in Tri-Cities, Washington.
Tony also created the music videos for Carrie’s Wrestle It Out and Ocean songs. Be sure to go an give those a watch if you haven’t yet.
You can find more of Tony online here:
you can pick up his book The Funny Stepdad "Life Lessons"
Check out the trailer for the All Ages Show:
Episode #31 - Tanya Sisson
On today’s episode we have the talented, intuitive life coach, Tanya Sisson. Tanya coaches using human design, gene keys, health, and wellness techniques.
Tanya and Carrie met while getting their coaching certifications together.
Episode #30 - Lauren Ann Doffont
On today’s episode we have the very talented and witchy Lauren Ann Doffont who is an astrologer, eclectic witch, writer, tarot reader, intuitive, and maker of little spell bags.
you can find her online here:
Instagram: @laurenannalchemy
Facebook page: Lauren Ann Alchemy
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Episode #29 - Catching Up
Hey look at us making another podcast episode. We missed you and hopefully you’ve missed us. So here’s a new one where Carrie and Ryan catch up on things.
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Join us while we talk with Pete Greenberg, owner, and creator of the vinyl record label Latent Print Records.
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Today we have Melissa Steussy on the podcast. Carrie met her via Instagram and was impressed by the work she does. She is in the process of writing a book about her addiction recovery and the process involved.
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We finally get to do part two with Carrie's friend Nils Bernstein. The last time we had him on we talked a lot about how Carrie and Nils are interconnected through their time in the Seattle music scene. When we got done with the first recording we realized we didn't even get a chance to talk about all the philosophical stuff we wanted to about, so we finally had time to meet up and record a follow-up episode.
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Today we have the extremely creative singer and songwriter Julia Massey from the band Warren Dunes. She is definitely one of the kindest people we've had on the show. Sorry everyone else.
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Hey everybody and welcome to episode number 24! Today we have Candice Parisi aka the Traveling Intuitive on our podcast. Carrie found out about her through her coach Erin Gallagher who said "Oh you got to go check out Candace! She’s so cool she’s so fun." So Carrie did just that and loved it. She liked her personality a lot and signed up for a session with her. Which was so fun and insightful. Because of that, we wanted to get her on the show to share her amazing talent with all of you.
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