A Man & His Journey

Joonas Kotka
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Embark on a compelling exploration of self-discovery with me as I candidly reflect on the defining moments of my journey. Join me in unraveling the challenges and triumphs that have shaped my path, and discover the profound life lessons they have bestowed upon me. Throughout each episode, I share the transformative factors that have shaped me and articulate the evolution of my perspective on life. My genuine hope is that you, as a listener, find resonance in my stories and draw inspiration for your own journey of self-discovery.

  1. 07/24/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 18: Community Gardens with Kara Jordan

    This week, we're diving into a topic that's really close to my heart. After being involved with the Eastside Sprout Community Garden, I've seen firsthand the incredible impact these gardens have on our communities. They're not just a source of fresh food; they genuinely have the power to bring people together. So, let's explore why community gardens are so important. If you want to join or check out East Side Sprout Community Garden follow our Instagram eastsidesprout. Our weekly volunteer days are on Wednesdays adn Sundays at 7pm. You can also reach out team via Instagram and we are happy to show you the garden at a time that is convenient for you. If you'd like to stay up to date with all the great initiatives that Kara is involved in, make sure you check out her Instagram karasamsara. No matter where you live, I am sure you can find an awesome community garden to be part of! You won't regret joining one - I can promise you that.

  2. 07/10/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 17: Honey - the Nectar of the Gods with Cecile Parrish

    Today we are talking about the Nectar of the Gods, the Liquid Gold, my favorite natural sweetener - Honey. My guest is quite the famous beekeeper in the South Texas area and we will be discussing not only the benefits of honey, but also learn why bees are so important for our ecosystem. As a bonus, we are also getting a beekeeping lingo lesson from Cecile. To get in touch with Cecile for her tasty honey products follow her on Instagram @tulipoplar

  3. 06/26/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 16: A Butcher’s Journey with Matt Levere

    I love meat and having a high quality protein as part of my meals is very important to me. As well as for the most of you, I am sure. This is why I have invited a master butcher, Matt Levere, to the podcast to share about his fascinating story and talk about how you can make sure that you consume the only best quality cuts.  If you want to try some amazing steaks & other meat products, you can go visit Matt at the newly opened Pullman Market in San Antonio (pullmanmarket). Also, please be sure to check out Matt's Instagram matt_thebutcherdmv & check out his YouTube Channel for some amazing recipes, tips and tricks for your next BBQ.

  4. 06/19/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 15: Healthy Diet, Healthy Blood Sugar with Isaac Pohlman

    Did you know that more than 11% of the US population suffers from Diabetes? Have you ever wondered what is the correlation between food and diabetes, or if diabetes is strictly genetic or can it be developed due to poor diet? Luckily, in this week’s podcast my old teammate, diabetes expert, and the author of the book “Have Your Carbs and Eat’ Em Too” Isaac Pohlman is going to be answering all of these questions. So tune in to learn more about diabetes!  For more Diabetes Nutrition advice follow Isaac on Instagram isaacpohlman & be sure to check out his website for useful information and coaching: https://www.isaacpohlman.com/.

  5. 05/22/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 14: Nutrition For Cancer Prevention & Healthy Life with Chelsea Ebrus

    Have you ever wondered how important food really is for your health. I’ll answer it for you, extremely important. In fact, proper nutrition can prevent us from many of the horrible diseases such as cancer. My guest, Chelsea, will share about her experience with fight against cancer and tell you more about the relationship between proper diet and your health. Keep up with Chelsea on Instagram livinghealthychelsea & learn about proper nutrition and how stay healthy. You can also check out her website, https://stan.store/livinghealthychelsea, and schedule a 1 on 1 session to dive deeper into your health goals.

  6. 05/15/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 13: Busting Food Myths with Sarah Barbosa

    Is GMO really as bad for us as we think, or is organic really as great as we believe? My guest, Sarah Barbosa, will discuss some of the most talked about food myths from GMO to different labeling you might be seeing at the grocery stores. And don’t mind if we get interrupted by special guest Tullulah the Cow.  Keep up with Sarah & Tullulah & other Enchanted Acres Farm residents on Instagram modernday_snowhite & go get yourself a natural luffa on her website. Of course, you can also meet her at the Pearl Farmers Market on Saturdays & Sundays and ask some questions yourself! To learn more about what plants are GMO/BioEngineered check out this website: https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/be/bioengineered-foods-list

  7. 05/08/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 12: Salt - Life’s Essential Ingredient with Darryl Bosshardt

    Salt, is something that is often overlooked, yet it is one of the key elements for life. In terms of importance, it might be right at the top of the list behind oxygen and water. My guest, Darryl Bosshard from Redmond Real Salt, will explain precisely why it's crucial to pay attention to the salt you use and also provide a brief history lesson on salt. You can follow Redmond Real Salt on Instagram @redmondrealsalt and learn more about the Real Salt & Redmond's other natural products here: https://redmond.life/ Redmond has also been so kind and shared a 15% discount code with us: you can either use this LINK to receive your discount automatically at the checkout OR use code JOURNEY15.

  8. 05/01/2024

    Food is Medicine Ep 11: How To Heal Yourself From Inside Out with Chef Alexandra Gertner

    I believe that you can heal yourself by eating high quality food. Whether you are a professional athlete or someone who just cares about their health, getting the proper nutrients is so important. My guest, private chef Alexandra, will tell you what to eat and what to avoid, so you too, could perform at your ultimate level. To keep up with Alexandra and find some healthy recipes for you kitchen, follow her on Instagram gertnerskitchen or check out her website https://www.gertnerskitchen.com/.

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Embark on a compelling exploration of self-discovery with me as I candidly reflect on the defining moments of my journey. Join me in unraveling the challenges and triumphs that have shaped my path, and discover the profound life lessons they have bestowed upon me. Throughout each episode, I share the transformative factors that have shaped me and articulate the evolution of my perspective on life. My genuine hope is that you, as a listener, find resonance in my stories and draw inspiration for your own journey of self-discovery.

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  • Creator
    Joonas Kotka
  • Years Active
    2024
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Joonas Kotka
  • Show Website
    A Man & His Journey