JUST DO YOU.

Eric Nicoll

The JUST DO YOU. podcast is a vibrant space for authentic conversations designed to connect, inspire, and empower us. Through these conversations, we explore the journey to finding confidence, discovering our unique voice, and embracing our truth. Along the way, we just might uncover new perspectives that help us step into what I call the JUST DO YOU. sweet spot — the space where you're fully, unapologetically yourself.Each week, I’m honored to sit down for unscripted conversations with friends, family, colleagues, community leaders, and influencers as they share their personal stories. Together, we’ll laugh, maybe shed a few tears, but most importantly, we’ll remind ourselves that no one journeys through life alone. I hope you enjoy these moments as much as I do. So, are you ready? WELCOME to the conversation!    

  1. 1d ago

    S3E13 with David Mont Virgen - Becoming Your Own Reflection

    What if the most important masterpiece you'll ever create isn't hanging on a gallery wall — but reflected back at you every morning? Artist David Mont Virgen doesn't simply create reflective sculptures—he creates moments that invite us to see ourselves with greater honesty, courage, and compassion. During this thoughtful conversation, David opens up about his extraordinary journey from growing up in Tijuana to discovering his authentic voice as an artist, designer, U.S. Army soldier, and creative visionary. Together, we explore what it truly means to embrace every part of who we are, why authenticity creates stronger opportunities than trying to meet other people's expectations, and how creativity can become a pathway to healing, transformation, and deeper human connection. David's polished stainless steel sculptures challenge us to look beyond the surface. They become mirrors — not simply reflecting our image, but inviting us to reflect on our lives, our values, and the people we're becoming. Along the way, we discuss coming out, faith, identity, resilience, the unexpected lessons of military service, and why surrounding yourself with people who celebrate you may be one of the greatest decisions you'll ever make. This isn't simply a conversation about creating art. It's a conversation about creating a life that reflects who you truly are. If you've ever questioned who you're becoming, wondered if it's too late to change, or needed a reminder that your life can become your greatest masterpiece, this conversation is for you. To follow David on Instagram, you can find him here:  https://www.instagram.com/davidmontvirgen/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    S3E13 with David Mont Virgen - Becoming Your Own Reflection

  2. Jul 23

    S3E12 with Dr Tsotso Ablorh - You are the Compass

    What if the beliefs you've carried your entire life deserve another look? In one of the most thought-provoking conversations we've ever had on JUST DO YOU., psychologist, educator, dancer, and newly minted PhD Dr. Tsotso Ablorh invites us to rethink identity, belonging, privilege, trauma, culture, and what it truly means to live authentically. From growing up as the daughter of Ghanaian immigrants in Minnesota to earning her doctorate while building a career that bridges psychology and movement, Tsotso shares a perspective that is both deeply personal and powerfully hopeful. Together, we explore why validation can become a trap, why human connection matters more than ever, how movement helps us heal, and why curiosity may be one of the greatest acts of courage. This isn't a conversation about having all the answers. It's an invitation to pause ... to question ... and to consider that some of the stories we've accepted about ourselves … and each other … may not be our own. If you've ever wondered how to navigate a divided world without losing your humanity ... if you've ever questioned where your beliefs came from ... or if you're simply searching for a little more hope in incredibly complicated times ... this conversation is for you. Why?  Because what Tsotso and I uncover during our time together is perhaps one of the most important lessons one can learn: YOU are the compass. Welcome to the conversation.  To follow Tsotso on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/dancingwithtsotso/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    S3E12 with Dr Tsotso Ablorh - You are the Compass

  3. Jul 16 ·  Bonus

    S3E11 with Eric Nicoll - The Journey to Pride: A Personal Reflection

    A replay of Season 1, Episode 17 - A MATTER OF PRIDE There are moments when the most important conversation isn't a new one ... It's the one we need to hear again. As San Diego celebrates Pride this week, I found myself reflecting on where this podcast journey began — not with a guest, but with my own story. A story of growing up in silence. Of believing I had to hide. Of carrying shame that was never mine to carry. And of discovering that the greatest freedom any of us will ever experience is the courage to become exactly who we were created to be. I recorded this episode during PRIDE week in Season 1, but listening back today, it feels more relevant than ever. Because Pride has never simply been about parades or festivals.   It's about reminding the person who feels invisible that they are seen. It's about reminding the person who feels afraid that they are not alone. It's about reminding every member of our LGBTQ+ community — and everyone searching for the courage to live authentically — that your life matters, your story matters, and your voice deserves to be heard. If you're feeling weary ... if you're questioning whether you belong ... if the weight of the world feels especially heavy right now ... this episode is for you. And if you're an ally, a parent, a friend, or someone who simply wants to better understand the human experience, I invite you to listen with an open heart. Because conversations create understanding.  Understanding creates compassion. Compassion has the power to change lives. Never let anyone convince you that you need to become someone else to be worthy of love. Happy Pride, San Diego and welcome to the conversation.  Visit me at http://www.ericnicoll.com or follow me on Instagram at:  https://www.instagram.com/dericnicoll/ or the podcast at: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    S3E11 with Eric Nicoll - The Journey to Pride: A Personal Reflection

  4. Jul 2

    S3E10 with Sydney Rogers - Please Don't Leave Before The Miracles Start

    What does it really mean to live authentically when the world constantly asks you to be someone else? In this powerful Pride Season episode, I sit down with Sydney Rogers—speaker, advocate, drag artist, Senior Manager of the Trans Wellness Center at the Los Angeles LGBTQ Center, Chair of the Los Angeles County LGBTQ+ Commission, and one of the most inspiring people I've had the privilege to meet. Sydney shares her extraordinary journey from surviving homelessness and addiction to becoming one of the leading voices for transgender advocacy and community empowerment. But this conversation goes far beyond identity. We talk about choosing yourself even when it costs you people's approval. The difference between visibility and self-acceptance. Why joy, rest, and softness are acts of resistance. The power of chosen family. The courage to release people who no longer celebrate you. And why authenticity isn't something you discover once—it's something you practice every single day. This episode is also an invitation. An invitation to listen before judging. To replace assumptions with conversations. To lead with curiosity instead of fear. And to remember that every person deserves to be seen, respected, and celebrated for exactly who they are. Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, love someone who is, or simply want to become a more compassionate human being, I hope you'll spend this hour with us. Because this conversation isn't just about Pride. It's about what becomes possible when we finally give ourselves permission to JUST DO YOU. To follow Syndey on Instagram, visit https://www.instagram.com/missbarbieqla To learn more about Sydney and her work, visit https://www.missbarbieq.com/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    S3E10 with Sydney Rogers - Please Don't Leave Before The Miracles Start

  5. Jun 11

    S3E09 with Matthew Conrado - Authenticity Doesn't Ask Permission

    As we kick off Pride Month on JUST DO YOU., I'm excited to welcome a guest who isn't afraid to challenge assumptions, spark important conversations, and speak his truth with conviction. Matthew Conrado is the Founder and CEO of Alphabet Mafia Consultancy, a groundbreaking LGBTQ+ marketing and brand strategy firm dedicated to helping organizations authentically connect with queer audiences and communities. Recognized by Adweek as a Pride Star, Matthew has built a reputation for challenging the status quo and speaking openly about the issues many people would rather avoid. In this episode, we explore the intersection of business, branding, representation, and identity, while also diving into the realities facing LGBTQ+ communities today. Matthew shares insights from his journey as an entrepreneur and advocate, offering a candid perspective on visibility, inclusion, and the responsibility brands, leaders, and individuals have in shaping culture. One thing is certain: Matthew doesn't mince words. He says what he believes, stands firmly in his convictions, and invites us to think more deeply about the world we're creating together. As we begin a month dedicated to celebrating authenticity, resilience, and Pride, this conversation serves as a powerful reminder that progress has never come from silence—it comes from people willing to show up, speak out, and live their truth. To learn more about Matthew and his amazing work, visit https://www.alphabetmafiaconsult.com/ To listen in on Matthews Podcast, Thanks For Swiping Left, visit https://open.spotify.com/show/3E0SYklQqjKvAhpOpwtYA6?si=f55431a9449b4c1b To follow Matthew on Instagram, visit https://www.instagram.com/mattconrado/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    S3E09 with Matthew Conrado - Authenticity Doesn't Ask Permission

  6. May 28

    S3E08 with Nikki K. Lopez - Soft Heart. Strong Soul.

    There are moments in life when the hardest question is not what we do… but who we truly are beneath the expectations, fear, labels, survival, and the roles we’ve spent years playing for everyone else. This week on JUST DO YOU., I’m joined by Northern California entrepreneur, caregiver advocate, author, and LGBTQIA+ voice Nicola Lopez for a deeply honest and heartfelt conversation about identity, healing, purpose, and the courage it takes to live authentically. Inspired by her book Lesbian, Who Are You?, Nikki shares her journey of navigating truth, visibility, belonging, and what it means to stop hiding pieces of yourself just to feel accepted. But her story goes even deeper than that. Rooted in the love and lessons passed down through her family — especially the powerful influence of her grandmother in Jamaica — Nikki transformed personal caregiving experiences into a mission-driven life dedicated to helping others. Through her organizations, Caring Haven and Caregiver OneCall, she now supports families navigating aging, dementia, caregiving, and the emotional realities that come with caring for the people we love most. This conversation is about identity. It is about compassion. It is about resilience. And it is about the deeply human journey of finally allowing yourself to be seen fully and unapologetically. Because JUST DO(ing) YOU. is not about becoming someone else. It is about finding the courage to come home to who you’ve been all along. To find Nikki's books, visit https://www.amazon.com/Lesbian-Who-Are-You-Belonging-ebook/dp/B0DXRLBLV3?utm_source=chatgpt.com and https://www.amazon.com/When-Strong-Get-Tired-Caregiving/dp/196792760X?utm_source=chatgpt.com To find out more about Nikki's amazing caregiving work, visit https://caringhavenhomecare.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com and  https://caregiveronecall.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    S3E08 with Nikki K. Lopez - Soft Heart. Strong Soul.

  7. May 7 ·  Bonus

    CELEBRATORY REPLAY S3E06 - with Matthew Collin Marrero - Holding On To Love Through The Unthinkable - UPDATE!

    Some stories don’t end when the episode does …they keep unfolding in real time. And today, this one brings the news we’ve been hoping for ... Allan is FINALLY HOME! After ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DAYS of detention, uncertainty, and being moved multiple times across the country, Allan is finally back where he belongs — with his husband, Matthew. And while there is deep relief … and overwhelming gratitude … there’s also something else. Because for Allan, coming home didn’t mean forgetting about his experience ...  It meant carrying with him the stories, the faces, and the voices of the men,  women and children he left behind — people he now calls his brothers and sisters … still desperately trying to navigate a system that tested all of them in ways most of us will never fully understand. That’s who Allan is. Even in his own freedom, his heart is still with them. So today, we’re revisiting our conversation with Matthew — not just as a story of what happened … but as a reminder of what’s still happening ... every single day ... across the US.  We love you Allan and are so happy you are home where you belong!   This is a true story of love, resilience, community and a fight that, for so many, is far from over. Take a listen.   Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    CELEBRATORY REPLAY S3E06 - with Matthew Collin Marrero - Holding On To Love Through The Unthinkable - UPDATE!

  8. Apr 23

    S3E07 with Charlie Chapman - The Practice That Changed Everything

    In the midst of all the chaos, how do we heal, reconnect, and come home?  This has been a question that has consumed my daily thoughts of late so today’s conversation feels especially timely.   In a world that can feel overwhelming where uncertainty, stress, and constant noise can take a real toll on our nervous systems it’s easy to find ourselves drifting into anxiety, disconnection, or even isolation. In those moments, self-care isn’t a luxury… it’s essential. It’s how we find our way back to ourselves. That’s why I’m so honored to introduce today’s guest, Charlie Chapman. Based in San Diego, Charlie is a wellness practitioner offering a deeply intentional approach to embodied and contemplative yoga that is deeply rooted in presence, nervous system care, and relational integrity. What makes his work so impactful is that it was born from lived experience. After a chapter that tested and transformed him, Charlie found his practice and it didn’t just steady him, it changed everything. Now, he’s paying that forward. Through in-person group classes, private sessions, workshops, retreats, and collaborations, Charlie has created more than just offerings he’s built a community. A space where people can slow down, reconnect, regulate, and feel supported in navigating life’s challenges. Because in times like these, having tools and a community to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being can be everything. This conversation is an invitation to explore what it means to care for yourself on a deeper level, to tend to your nervous system, and to remember that even in difficult chapters, transformation is possible and you don’t have to go through it alone. So take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s get into a conversation that left me changed … for good.   To follow Charlie on Instagram, visit https://www.instagram.com/charchap.embodied Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

    S3E07 with Charlie Chapman - The Practice That Changed Everything
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The JUST DO YOU. podcast is a vibrant space for authentic conversations designed to connect, inspire, and empower us. Through these conversations, we explore the journey to finding confidence, discovering our unique voice, and embracing our truth. Along the way, we just might uncover new perspectives that help us step into what I call the JUST DO YOU. sweet spot — the space where you're fully, unapologetically yourself.Each week, I’m honored to sit down for unscripted conversations with friends, family, colleagues, community leaders, and influencers as they share their personal stories. Together, we’ll laugh, maybe shed a few tears, but most importantly, we’ll remind ourselves that no one journeys through life alone. I hope you enjoy these moments as much as I do. So, are you ready? WELCOME to the conversation!    

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  • Creator
    Eric Nicoll
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 JUST DO YOU.
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