Weirdly Specific Podcast Ilyssa Meraki

Valerie is a dog-mom, adventure seeker, Therapist, and mental health advocate. When she is not doing clinical work, she is helping others through spiritual growth and healing around trauma. You can find her at @moon.beamz on instagram.

Melissa is a Consumer Strategist and Part-Time MBA student. Her fascination with the human experience and adoration of quirkiness connect her market research work to her personal passions. You can find her on Instagram: @SphinxyMinksy and/or @MMinkHealth! We talk about navigating capitalist spaces, advocacy in branding, design thinking, education and knowledge, and so much more.

Shea Balajadia is a mom, a survivor, a coach, and advocate, and an ally. You can learn more about her journey at @shea.baebae or on her blog: forwhateverseason.wordpress.com