In this month's mini episode, Marko introduces his new newsletter, It's Okay. He reads you his first letter and talks about the themes of a life that just keeps changing, setting a good foundation and leaving you with wisdom going into your last month of 2021. XO

In this month's episode, Marko and Nicole connect with Alexandra and Tierney from Embolden Mama - a community created to connect mamas through real life stories, connection, fitness classes, and wellness seminars. Listen for some insights and stories on why they got started and how motherhood is transforming (for the good) in the new generation. 

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This month Marko and Nicole finally have a chance to sit down in-person and have a conversation! In this episode, they tackle the topic of toxic productivity culture. Tune in to listen to their perspectives and stories about how they see this showing up in life and gain some tips and tricks to tackle the need to "do" all the time. You've got this! We are all in this together.

This month, Nicole sits down with Jenna aka “The Anxious Hobbyist.” Jenna walks us through her journey with postpartum anxiety and depression. She encourages us to do what we need, and to put ourselves first. She shows how being open and vulnerable with our struggles opens the doors for others to share their journeys and normalizes mental health challenges and the idea that healing and coping is possible.

This month's episode we connect with Nicole's childhood friend, Kyle. Throughout this episode, Kyle courageously walks us through his journey as a trans man and becoming his truest self. He also gives us insights on trans awareness and opening our arms and hearts to accepting people for who they are. Grab a box of tissues and keep an open heart. Happy Pride month, folks! #translivesmatter

In this episode, Marko and Nicole chat with Emily Ritcher of the Fit Foodie Finds trio. Throughout this time together, they talk about Emily's recent healthy pregnancy and her experience with loss before this rainbow. They dive through the grief jungle and what it means to have both/and experiences.

We are happy to announce Emily and her husband have recently welcomed healthy baby, Bode, into the world.

In this episode, Marko and Nicole welcome Dieu Do to the Inspired Courage podcast. Dieu shares her experience as a civically involved individual and her work as a racial and social justice activist in the wake of George Floyd's murder. She walks us through her journey and gives us an informed view of "doing the work" in shaping the  world to be a place where there is justice for all.

In this episode, Nicole takes a solo interview with Ella Waite a local Minneapolis, MN Yoga Teacher and Maternal Wellness Coach. They chat about Ella's journey as a mother and her impactful work with Ella Frances Yoga around serving mothers, especially during this pandemic.

Nicole Pierce Risvold wraps 2020 and why we don't have to hate it. She inspires us to reflect on the both/ands of this year and how we move forward into 2021.

In the midst of social distancing and quarantining, Nicole and Marko embark on the topic of conflict. Listen to this episode to learn how they see it showing up in their lives, how they get through, and what brings them back to sanity. This real talk helps us all find sameness in what seems like an endless time spent at home.

In this episode, Nicole goes solo to interview Ashely Sondergaard of the Yoga Magic podcast and Ashley Sondergaard Yoga. They tackle topics ranging from wellness rituals, routines, and the courage to chase self-care when the whole world seems to be hustling. Dive in to learn more about Ashley's brand and her tried and true rituals that keep her centered during this unprecendented time.