Journey of the Mind: Visual Art as a Path to Mental Wellness with Mental Health Awareness of Michiana (MHAM)
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS In this episode of the Conscious Michiana Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Kelly, Founder and Executive Director of Mental Health Awareness of Michiana (MHAM), to explore their...
Connection Without the Alcohol: The Funktional Story
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS In this episode, our board president, Leah Benevente, sits down with Jen Hacker & LaRae Perrin, the team behind Funktional Bar & Bottle Shop, a South Bend–based concept...
Gentle Shifts, Lasting Impact: A Veganuary Conversation with Michiana VegFest
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS January is a natural time for reflection, renewal, and intentional living—and for many in our community, that includes becoming more mindful about food choices and their ripple...
Mental Wellness as Care, Not Crisis with Mary Beth Schramlin of A Mindful Place
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS Mental wellness is often treated as something we only address when we’re overwhelmed or in crisis—but what if care could begin much sooner, and much more gently? In this Mental...
Creating Space for Grief: Rituals, Community, and Compassion with Patti Shaffner
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS In this deeply moving episode of The Michiana Hivecast, we sit down with Patti Shaffner, a grief advocate and educator whose personal journey through loss has transformed into a...
Healing Masculinity: A Movember Conversation with Prince Roc
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS As part of our Movember series on The Michiana Hivecast, we’re honored to feature Prince Roc—a spiritual healer and professional cuddler—whose work invites men into deeper...
Holistic Strength: A Movember Interview with Luke Andresen of The Collective
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS As part of our Movember Men’s Health Initiative, the Michiana Hivecast is focused on spotlighting voices that inspire, educate, and empower men to take charge of their...
Restoring Men’s Health: A Movember Conversation with Kevin Hieber of Restorative Spot
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS As Movember reminds us each year, men’s health is about more than physical fitness—it’s about caring for the body, mind, and spirit. This month on the Michiana Hivecast, we’re...
Ra’s Vegan Journey: A Story of Compassion and Conscious Living
In celebration of World Vegan Day, Conscious Michiana is honored to share an inspiring conversation with Ra Smous, a dedicated advocate for plant-based living and active member of the VegMichiana community. This feature includes both Ra’s written story and the full...
Truth, Trauma and Action: A Conversation on Child Safety in Indiana
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS In recognition of Bullying Prevention Month, a powerful and unprecedented event is taking place in Elkhart, Indiana — one that could reshape how our state protects its children....
The Doodle Effect: Mental Health Awareness Through Art with Joe Michalski
View Video | Download Episode | Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Podbean | RSS In this episode of The Michiana Hivecast, we sit down with Joe Michalski, a local artist whose simple yet powerful practice of doodling became a lifeline during his...