The Barefoot Hustler

Sejin Gunaridis
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The Barefoot Hustler offers explorative conversations with inspiring creatives, visionaries & entrepreneurs that are challenging the status quo and paving their own route to success and happiness. Deep thinkers who are hustling from a grounded and aligned place. Each episode is packed with their wisdom on their journey from 'fitting in' to finding what they truly love to do and many other nuggets of insight into how you can do the same. A place of deep & courageous self-discovery and bold & aligned action, in order to find your unique expression and purpose in this often chaotic world.

  1. #49- Your Work Isn’t a Sprint, It’s a Quest. Choosing Patience over Pressure.

    JAN 28

    #49- Your Work Isn’t a Sprint, It’s a Quest. Choosing Patience over Pressure.

    In this solo episode I share a raw, personal shift out of work-stress and overwhelm into clarity and trust. A four-day hike in the Grampians became the full stop to a heavy chapter since September: think nearly falling down a waterfall, a snakebite and an actual helicopter rescue that snapped me out of autopilot. This episode, episode two of a series I call “So what are you going to choose?”, traces the arc from feeling immense pressure and overworking to slowing down, regulating in nature, and choosing patience over pressure. If you’re a big-vision human who’s been white-knuckling your way forward, this is a gentle, practical way to return to your centre.   CHAPTERS (00:00) Introduction and Personal Reflections(00:34) The Camping Trip: A Turning Point(02:34) Ad for STORYTELLERS the school(03:50) Overworking, Pressure and a Forgetting(07:30) The Grampians Peak Trail Adventure(09:27) Near-Death Experiences and Lessons Learned(18:13) A Moment of Clarity and Gratitude(21:24) Choosing a New Perspective(25:50) Conclusions and an Invitation Connect with Me: Website STORYTELLERS. An 11 week program. Instagram Book in for a free 30 min strategy call to see how I can support you in bringing your visions into reality

    28 min
  2. #48 - Your Parts Aren’t the Problem, Your Choice Is.

    11/03/2025

    #48 - Your Parts Aren’t the Problem, Your Choice Is.

    Hey podcast fam, in this solo I’m going deep. I’m sharing real stories, old wounds and shadowy parts I don’t usually put on the internet, to show you how I processed a big emotional trigger and a psychosomatic injury in just a few days. If you’ve been getting hooked by the same relationship triggers or watching yourself self-sabotage even when you know better, this story will reveal an alternative approach forward. This is the first in a series I’m calling “So what are you going to choose?”. I tell a fresh-in-the-body story from last week. How I said yes to performing a deeply emotional embodiment piece at Outspoken, dropped into an old wound onstage, and two days later my body “injured” itselfout of nowhere. That injury led me straight into a relationship trigger and straight into the exact work I teach: parts, protection, regulation and choosing from your centre. If you’ve ever felt not enough, compared yourself to someone “more” than you, or watched yourself push love away, this one’s for you. Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Life Update(00:32) The Call to Share a Wild Story(02:13) Outspoken Event and Initial Hesitations(03:20) Preparing for the Performance(04:48) The Embodied Movement Piece(13:09) Post-Performance Physical Reactions(13:39) The Unexpected Injury(18:19) Emotional Triggers and Reflections(26:31) Tea Ceremony and Self-Realization(35:49) Conclusion and Invitation   Book in for a no-obligations 30 minute call Connect with me: WebsiteInstagram

    38 min
  3. #47 - Rewilding the Soul & Remembering Your Place of Belonging with Tei Taiyari

    09/10/2025

    #47 - Rewilding the Soul & Remembering Your Place of Belonging with Tei Taiyari

    If you’ve ever felt the ache of modern disconnection or longed for a more meaningful way to walk through all the change that is currently existing in this world, this convo is a must listen. Recorded in the lush mini-jungles of Santiago, Guatemala, this episode explores the practice of threshold counselling with my good friend and legend, Tei Taiyari, founder of Coyotei Counsel. A counsellor, death doula, writer, and edge-walker, with a background that bridges deep ecology, imagination, and rites of passage work, Tei is devoted to helping people navigate life’s transformative thresholds with meaning and courage. Together in this conversation we unpack what it means to cross a threshold, not just as an idea, but as a lived rite of passage drawn from anthropology and ecology. Tei shares a deep, raw, and vulnerable story from his own childhood, a moment that truly highlights the power of threshold crossings and how they can shape the trajectory of our lives. From here, we widen into themes of shame and self-worth, disconnection from land and culture, and the lingering impacts of colonisation that still impacts how we relate to ourselves and the world. You’ll also hear about practical ways to reconnect with your inner wilderness, deepen your sensory awareness, and reclaim a sense of belonging, not only to community, but to the more than-human world. This conversation offers both grounded tools and soulful reminders that the wild wisdom you seek is already alive within you. Hope you enjoy fam. Connect with Tei: WebsiteSubstackInstagram   Connect with Me: WebsiteInstagramCOMING HOME. THE RETREAT. (Oct 23-26th 2025, Venus Bay, Victoria)Chapters (0:00) Podcast Introduction (2:56) Introduction and Setting the Scene (3:31) Understanding Threshold Counselling (4:46) Exploring the Concept of Thresholds (11:16) Personal Story of Transformation (17:50) Navigating Shame and Self-Worth (24:03) The Impact of Civilization on Human Connection (33:14) The Legacy of Empire and Colonization (34:15) Cultural and Landscape Orphans (34:34) Disconnection from Land and Culture (36:53) The Impact of Extraction on Society (40:51) Reconnecting with Nature and Self (44:17) Deepening Sensory Awareness (56:00) Practical Steps to Enhance Sensitivity (1:01:21) The Wilderness Within

    1h 3m
  4. #46 - From Psychosis to Purpose. The Alchemy of Anger, Hip Hop & Healing with Amenti.

    05/09/2025

    #46 - From Psychosis to Purpose. The Alchemy of Anger, Hip Hop & Healing with Amenti.

    Amenti MoveMeant is a prolific community-based, psyche-somatic movement school and method founded by Gil ‘The Grid’ Gomes Leal. Rooted in ancient Kemetic wisdom and shaped by Gil’s background as a professional hip-hop dancer, Amenti is a transformative body-mind-spirit practice that explores what it means to be fully human through movement, psychology, shamanism, and symbolism. They hail from Rotterdam in the Netherlands and are currently on a global tour, sharing their unique workshops & performances that blend dance, Jungian psychology, somatic practices, and communal ritual work. Ever since witnessing their dance transmissions on stage at Boom Festival in Portugal back in 2023, I knew their work would change the world. For me, Amenti stands for so much more than the prolific dance troupe and school they are. They’re a living example of what can happen when you choose to look at the cards you’ve been dealt in life, the dark and the light, and choose to play them in a way that takes responsibility for your highest aspirations and service to the world. For me, Amenti stands for what is possible when you trust yourself, your tribe and spirit through life’s biggest trials and tribulations, and turn it into something beautiful. In this conversation I’m graced with the presence of Gil, the founder, as well as Tamara, a lead facilitator who’s been there from Amenti’s origins. Enjoy folks, this one’s an absolute banger.   (04:27) – Welcome to the Studio(04:39) – Getting to Know the Guests(07:01) – Amenti's Personality and Mission(10:06) – The Importance of Connection(13:47) – Cultural Differences and Community(18:25) – The Role of Hip Hop in Healing(25:08) – The Pathway to Freedom: The 5 Steps(31:45) – The Relationship between Responsibility and Freedom(34:01) – The Birth of Amenti Movement(36:45) – Gil’s Story of Psychosis(52:15) – Layers of the Movement Method(53:35) – Debating the Elements: Air vs. Fire(54:16) – The Era of Anger and Empathy(58:33) – The Power of Connection and Acceptance(01:02:17) – Fire and Air: A Journey of Self-Discovery(01:04:54) – Challenges and Lessons in Leadership(01:15:31) – Manifestation and Radical Honesty(01:26:05) – Final Thoughts and Future Plans   Connect with Amenti WebsiteInstagram Gil's instagram Tamara's instagram Connect with Me Website Instagram STORYTELLERS. The school. (Melbourne, March-May 2026) COMING HOME. THE RETREAT. (Victoria, October 23-26th 2025) 1:1 Mentorship.

    1h 40m
  5. #45- How Movement & Dance Can Set You Free with Kelly Cohen

    03/18/2025

    #45- How Movement & Dance Can Set You Free with Kelly Cohen

    Hello beautiful soul fam, today I have for you a guest that's assteezy as she is impressive, a slayer of dance floors as much as she is an inspiring teacher of self-love & acceptance through movement, the iconic Kelly Cohen. Kelly is a Moroccan-French-Israeli soul dancer and is best known as a founder of her own dance retreat ‘Meraki Muse Movement’ in Bali & her facilitation of ‘Twerk After Werk’; a dance movement based in hip-hop, advocating for a safe, non judgemental space for woman to gain the confidence we all deserve. We begin the episode with an exploration of Kelly’s diverse cultural roots and discuss the impact our heritage can have on our lives, she shares stories of being badly bullied as a child and how she used dance and theatre to reclaim her power, and finally we explore the concepts of somatic movement, musicality, flow state, and mirror work as tools for personal growth and expression. Chapters:  (02:23) Getting to Know Kelly Cohen(03:31) Cultural Roots and Heritage(05:20) Journey as a Storyteller and Dancer(12:12) Movement as Medicine(25:25) Overcoming Bullying Through Dance and Theater(33:58) Transcending High School Hierarchies Through Dance(36:07) The Power of Improvisation in Dance(37:18) Repetition as a Superpower in Dance(40:10) Understanding and Achieving Flow State(47:03) Musicality and Its Layers(51:11) The Importance of Mirror Work(57:21) Daily Practices for Grounding and Self-Expression(58:42) Final Thoughts and Reflections STORYTELLERS. THE SCHOOL. Starting in Melbourne 2nd April 2025. Connect with Kelly Instagram Meraki Muse Movement Website : Dance Retreat in Bali   Connect with Sejin Instagram Website Info for 1:1 mentorship STORYTELLERS. THE SCHOOL. Website link for all information.

    1h 3m
  6. #44 - Unleash your Inner Artist: Freedom and Boldness through Performance Arts with Zera

    01/22/2025

    #44 - Unleash your Inner Artist: Freedom and Boldness through Performance Arts with Zera

    In today’s episode we’re metaphorically jumping on a plane to the north of Thailand, to a little hippy town called Pai. Back on my 2024 trip, I visited the intimidatingly impressive Zera and recorded this deep and playful conversation. This conversation offers insight into how performance art, embodiment & somatic practices can strengthen your relationship to your body, intuition and lead to more powerful self-expression. Sandwiched in between fascinating travel stories, we offer tips and tools for you to start straight away. Zera is a multi-discipline performance artist, specialising in the interconnection between somatic dance and contemporary circus. What makes her stand out from the crowd is her ability to combine her unparallelled skills, along with her own unique approach to storytelling. Whether she’s running her own movement and circus festival, or she’s creating viral content on YouTube, Zera’s mission is to inspire her heart-felt community to connect to something greater than themselves. Hope you enjoy the roosters in the background.   CHAPTERS: 04:02 Introduction 04:19 The Serendipitous Meeting in Bali 05:01 Discovering Dragon Staff and YouTube Fame 06:08 The Essence of Performance Art 08:23 A Journey of Independence 10:41 Finding Community in Thailand 15:29 The Power of Authenticity and Embodiment 31:24 Misconceptions About Performing Arts 33:55 Ice Cream Analogies and Self-Discovery 36:03 Embracing Failure and Self-Compassion 39:17 The Power of Somatic Dance 44:34 Practical Steps to Embodiment 51:07 Lightning Round: Quick Insights 57:10 Living a Fulfilling Life   Connect with Zera Instagram YouTube THE dragonstaff YouTube video Find your Flow Masterclass   Connect with Me Instagram Website STORYTELLERS - link launching Jan 29th 2025

    1 hr
  7. #43- Maintaining Trust in Times of Pressure: Stories from Business & Travel

    12/04/2024

    #43- Maintaining Trust in Times of Pressure: Stories from Business & Travel

    Wassup fam, This one is a must-listen for aspiring creators, leaders and anyone that wants to remain in trust during times of chaos. This solo episode details my return to Melbourne after a transformative 3.5-month trip around the world, sharing my experience of integrating the lessons I learned as I stepped back into high-pressure work. I talk about the challenges and triumphs in my preparation for COMING HOME. THE RETREAT V2.0, a significant work project for me, and share deep insights on devotion, pressure, self belief, and leadership. Through stories, I offer strategies and tools on how to stay in trust during times of pressure, navigating self-criticism and sticking to your mission. Chapters: (00:00) Introduction on what I’ll be talking about (00:36) Returning to Melbourne: Integration and Challenges (03:24) Navigating the Fast-Paced City Life (04:41) Choosing Intentional Living (06:14) Preparing for the Retreat (10:26) Marketing Campaign and Initial Stress (12:15) Overcoming Self-Doubt and Stress (28:27) Leadership and Responsibility (32:39) Retreat Success and Reflections (34:45) Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with me: Instagram Website Mentorship info page Book in a complimentary call

    38 min
  8. #42- The Art of Tea: Medicine, Mindfulness, and Culture Reconnection with Charlie Cheeseman

    11/12/2024

    #42- The Art of Tea: Medicine, Mindfulness, and Culture Reconnection with Charlie Cheeseman

    As both a tea devotee and an Asian growing up in Australia, this conversation hit me on many different levels, and I’m thrilled to be able to bring it to you all. Today’s conversation is with the inspiring Charlie Há Cheeseman, a first generation Australian born of Vietnamese descent, and the founder of ‘The Hive’. The Hive is a tea house in devotion to the old way, through the art, musings and wisdom  of tea in ceremony. A space of contemplation, meditation, cultural & social conversation. In this interview, Charlie explores the profound depths of tea beyond its common perception as a simple beverage, and introduce it as a medicine for personal, spiritual and cultural connection. Through personal anecdotes, Charlie shares his journey of cultural reclamation, his efforts to preserve indigenous tea culture in Vietnam, and the broader implications of tea as a bridge to self-awareness, community, and nature. This convo is for anyone who desires a simpler, more fulfilling life and for change-makers who want to make a positive impact on the world. Chapters: (04:10) Introduction and Welcome (04:39) Understanding Tea: Beverage vs. Medicine (05:31) The Tiers of Tea Quality (09:24) The Rise of Old Tree Tea (13:18) Tea as a Gateway to Spirituality (21:38) Personal Journey: Reconnecting with Culture (29:21) Discovering Tea in Vietnam (31:15) The Psychoactive Effects of Tea (33:25) The Meditative Essence of Tea (34:12) Tea as a Gateway to Nature (35:28) Introducing The Hive (36:07) Cultural Reclamation and The Hive's Mission (38:08) Challenges of Running a Heart-Led Business (38:24) The Ethics of Tea Pricing (39:48) Opening a Tea House (46:08) The Magic of Tea Culture (54:09) Preserving Indigenous Tea Traditions (01:02:10) Making a Difference, One Step at a Time (01:06:02) Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with The Hive Instagram Website   Connect with Me Instagram Website Mentorship info page Book in a complimentary call

    1h 8m
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The Barefoot Hustler offers explorative conversations with inspiring creatives, visionaries & entrepreneurs that are challenging the status quo and paving their own route to success and happiness. Deep thinkers who are hustling from a grounded and aligned place. Each episode is packed with their wisdom on their journey from 'fitting in' to finding what they truly love to do and many other nuggets of insight into how you can do the same. A place of deep & courageous self-discovery and bold & aligned action, in order to find your unique expression and purpose in this often chaotic world.

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  • Creator
    Sejin Gunaridis
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sejin Gunaridis
  • Show Website
    The Barefoot Hustler