Open Up with Catalina Magee

Catalina Magee
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Conversations for those building something that lasts. Not your typical podcast. Games and challenges. Weird, tough questions. Dare to open up! Most guests said they had a blast.

  1. Open Up - Guest: Valeriya Hjertenaes

    7H AGO

    Open Up - Guest: Valeriya Hjertenaes

    Valeriya Hjertenæs is a PhD researcher, international keynote speaker, and founder of The 5E Enablers Method™ — a leadership framework helping organizations turn neurodiversity and sustainability into real performance. Originally from Ukraine and now based in Norway, her journey of overcoming severe OCD, adopting two children from Ukraine, and founding the Winds of Hope Charitable Foundation fuels the transformative work she brings to organizations worldwide. With two Master's degrees, more than 15 years of cross-cultural leadership experience, and research at Norwegian University of Science and Technology linking diversity management to sustainability outcomes, Valeriya is living proof that a mind that works differently can become an extraordinary force for change. SummaryJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Valeriya as she shares her journey through mental health, neurodiversity, and her mission to empower others. Discover insights on overcoming adversity, embracing neurodiversity as a strength, and leading with authenticity.Chapters00:00 Embracing Neurodiversity: A Unique Perspective05:11 Building a Sustainable Marriage: Keys to Longevity11:05 Transforming Adversity into Advocacy: The Power of Storytelling16:27 Overcoming Fear: The Journey to Podcasting19:49 Understanding Mental Health: The Impact of Neurodiversity27:32 Navigating Parenting and Adoption: Challenges and Rewards36:53 The Journey to Motherhood43:32 Navigating the Adoption Process50:44 The Impact of Parenthood on Personal Goals56:51 The 5E Enablers Method for Leadership01:04:15 The Future of Leadership and Neurodiversity01:13:12 Embracing Imperfection and Personal Growth01:15:53 The Power of Community and Support01:18:12 Celebrating Achievements and Overcoming Adversity01:19:50 The Importance of Authenticity and Gratitude01:22:46 Finding Balance and Inner Happiness01:25:48 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Connection

    1h 33m
  2. Open Up - Guest: Chip Hopper

    1D AGO

    Open Up - Guest: Chip Hopper

    Chip Hopper is a builder of people, not just companies. As the founder of BookJEDI and Disrupt Normal, Chip operates at the intersection of human potential and exponential thinking—helping individuals and organizations rethink how they live, lead, and connect.Over the past 25 years, he’s advised global giants like Nike, Intel, and IBM, while also shaping high-growth companies from the inside as a strategist and executive.But beneath the titles and strategy decks, Chip’s real work is quieter—and harder:Helping people confront who they are, so they can become who they’re meant to be.In this insightful episode, Chip Hopper shares profound perspectives on truth, perception, growth, and living authentically. Discover how shifting your mindset and questioning beliefs can transform your life and unlock hidden potential.Chapters00:00 The Power of Perspective08:04 Challenging Societal Norms13:19 Exploring Truth and Belief19:31 The Nature of Existence28:50 Family, Connection, and Integrity30:21 The Silent Destroyer: Judgment32:36 Navigating Intuition and Decision-Making35:26 The Relativity of Truth36:29 Living vs. Performing: The Quality of Life39:41 Embracing Movement for Clarity41:43 Finding Meaning in Regrets46:54 A Life Worth Living: Reflections and InsightsSound Bites"Better questions lead to better life insights.""Truth is just information until we give it meaning.""The greatest path to clarity is to keep moving."

    1 hr
  3. Open Up - Guest: Maverick Approach

    APR 21

    Open Up - Guest: Maverick Approach

    SummaryExplore unconventional perspectives on reality, spirituality, and societal structures with Maverick Approach. Delve into topics like ascension, hidden histories, and the nature of truth. This episode explores hidden truths about reptilians, government secrets, and the influence of powerful elites. The host delves into topics like extraterrestrial beings, secret societies, and the manipulation of society through media and technology.Chapters00:00 Questioning Reality and Authority06:13 Childhood Influences and Personal Growth12:02 Existential Questions and the Nature of Purpose14:59 Politics and Systemic Change18:00 Spirituality and the Concept of Ascension21:03 Love, Relationships, and Self-Discovery23:55 Religion, Duality, and the Search for Truth27:02 The Role of Women in Spiritual Narratives29:45 Final Thoughts on Love and Cooperation34:21 The Complexity of Truth36:25 Identity, Success, and Mindset39:12 Independent Thinking and Authenticity43:04 The Nature of Success and Failure43:59 Power Dynamics in Society45:14 The Reptilian Theory and Hidden Truths53:44 The Nature of Truth and Lies58:24 Food, Health, and Societal Control01:02:15 Rapid Fire Questions: A Fun Exploration of Beliefs01:04:19 Immigration and Human Trafficking: A Deep Dive01:07:18 Addressing Homelessness: Solutions and Challenges01:09:28 Fentanyl Crisis: A Growing Concern01:11:27 Foreign Ownership of American Land: A Controversial Topic01:12:25 Bill Gates and Food Control: Analyzing the Influence01:15:36 Conspiracy Theories: From Skepticism to Reality01:18:24 Political Figures and Their Authenticity: A Discussion01:21:23 Content Creation as a Career: Monetization Strategies01:22:50 Staying Grounded Amidst Chaos: Personal Reflections01:23:57 Movies and Reality: Predictive Programming or Coincidence?01:25:32 Closing Thoughts: Reflections and Future Endeavors

    1h 26m
  4. Open Up - Guests: John Haremza & Jeremy Hall

    APR 10

    Open Up - Guests: John Haremza & Jeremy Hall

    In this episode, Jeremy Hall and John Haremza join the show for a powerhouse conversation about focus, mindset, and the decisions that separate successful people from everyone else. They tackle one of the most common struggles entrepreneurs face — shiny object syndrome and knowing what to truly commit to. From trading intuition to network marketing, from Forrest Gump to self-accountability, John and Jeremy deliver real, raw wisdom on how to stop being busy and start being effective. They also open up about redefining success, the stories we tell ourselves, and why keeping your word to yourself is the foundation of everything.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 – The Shiny Object ProblemJohn and Jeremy open with the danger of chasing too many opportunities and the importance of getting laser-focused on the right thing.01:36 – How Do You Know What to Focus On?The host asks the big question — with so many things to juggle, how do you know what deserves your full commitment?03:10 – Setting a Deadline vs. Trusting the ProcessJohn weighs in on making upfront commitments and evaluating honestly along the way — including the podcast monetization question.03:37 – Change Your ScoreboardJeremy introduces a key mindset shift: make the process your goal, not just the outcome. Consistency beats rigid targets every time.05:05 – Trader Intuition & Breakthrough MomentsJeremy connects focus to his trading philosophy — your gut gets sharper with experience, and your darkest moment is often right before your breakthrough.06:37 – Are You Doing the Right Work?John challenges the idea of being "busy" — are you doing the activities that actually move the needle, or just the easy stuff?09:19 – Efficiently Busy vs. Just BusyJohn and Jeremy coin a phrase: efficiently busy. Confusing activity with accomplishment is one of the biggest traps people fall into.10:40 – Control What You Can ControlThe guys dig into letting go of what you can't control and focusing your energy on your response — inspired by a Jim Rohn quote.11:55 – Using Pain as PurposeJeremy shares how failure and pain can either become your prison or your fuel — it all comes down to the decision you make about it.12:11 – Telling the Best Truth (Network Marketing Story)John shares a powerful story about reframing your narrative — the victim version vs. the empowered version of the same exact circumstance.15:10 – The Power of the Right PartnershipJohn opens up about what makes his partnership with Jeremy work — shared beliefs, trust, and similar work ethics.15:43 – Take Full Responsibility (No "Buts")John's closing wisdom: real accountability means dropping the but after "I take responsibility."16:10 – Keep Your Word to YourselfJeremy gets personal about emotional coaching and how self-integrity is the root of confidence, success, and self-respect.17:46 – The Forrest Gump LessonJohn breaks down the Lieutenant Dan storyline as a metaphor for letting go of a false destiny and finding real transformation.22:21 – Money, God & ValuesA candid conversation about wealth, faith, and the belief that money amplifies who you already are.24:10 – Get a Mentor & Wrap-UpThe host closes out with a key takeaway: find your mentors, learn from their lessons, and save yourself years of unnecessary struggle.

    22 min
  5. Open Up - Guest: Jeremy Hall

    APR 7

    Open Up - Guest: Jeremy Hall

    Jeremy Hall grew up in a village of 400 people in Ontario, Canada, where poverty wasn't a concept — it was a lived reality. After his parents divorced when he was eight, Jeremy found himself huddled with his siblings on a mattress on a cold winter night with the heat and electricity shut off. That moment lit a fire in him that never went out. By 14 he was paying his family's rent. By 21 he was a profitable trader. By 25 he had achieved full financial independence. But the real turning point came later — when his father, his best friend and Superman, was diagnosed with multiple myeloma and passed away within 90 days. Trading gave Jeremy the freedom to be there every single day. The grief that followed pushed him into a deep depression, and the only thing that pulled him out was purpose. He built the Trading Hall — a platform designed to simplify what took him three painful years to figure out — and hasn't looked back since. In this episode, Jeremy unpacks the emotional side of trading, the discipline it demands, and why success in markets mirrors success in every area of life. He speaks openly about failure, depression, fatherhood, homeschooling, faith, and a new venture into the world of gray area peptides. Raw, honest, and full of practical wisdom. Chapters00:00 Cold Open01:30 Host Introduction01:41 Where in Canada & Growing Up in a Small Town02:51 Simplifying Success — The Core Philosophy04:40 Life Before Success — Poverty, Divorce & Growing Up Fast06:42 The Medicine Jar — First Lessons in Saving07:17 How Trading Found Jeremy08:35 The First Account, The First Loss09:11 Three Years in the Trenches10:28 Why Trading? The Allure of Time Freedom12:26 Teaching the Basics — What Trading Actually Is13:06 The 50/50 Myth & The Real Reason 90% Fail16:08 The Long Way Is the Shortcut16:31 How Trading Taught Jeremy Discipline for Life18:09 Financial Independence at 25 — The Sacrifices20:34 Fatherhood & Breaking the Cycle22:16 Homeschooling — Reclaiming Time With His Son26:04 The Loss of His Father28:08 90 Days — Being Present Until the End29:03 Depression, Isolation & Finding Purpose Again31:17 Building the Trading Hall32:04 What "Simplifying Success" Really Means33:04 Balancing Ambition With Mental & Emotional Health34:13 Hyper Focus — The Common Thread of Success35:41 The Only Time Jeremy Ever Stopped Trading36:39 Emotional Control as the Foundation of Everything37:23 The Biggest Misconception About Entrepreneurship39:09 The Self-Work Required to Succeed41:00 Biggest Failure — The $15,000 Overnight Loss43:08 What Separates Those Who Succeed From Those Who Don't43:47 The Trading Hall — Mission & Vision45:06 Advice to His Younger Self45:39 Faith, Depression & What Pulled Him Through47:28 The Role of Community, Family & Purpose49:03 Audience Questions54:27 Rapid Fire — Books, Myths, Discipline vs. Talent55:44 The Resilience Conversation58:04 The Most Resilient Moment — Holding His Father's Hand01:00:13 Game: Your Life Simplified — 30 Second Answers01:02:29 Truth or Myth — Trading & Entrepreneurship01:03:32 What Would Jeremy Do? Real Scenarios on the Spot01:05:06 Where to Find Jeremy01:05:38 Never Have I Ever — Trading Mishaps01:07:14 Future Plans — Podcast & What's Next01:07:48 The Peptide Project — FPRPeptides.com01:13:13 Where to Find Jeremy01:13:30 What Success Means If It Costs You Everything01:15:16 What Happiness Really Means01:16:22 Sign Off Find Jeremy:https://tradinghall.nethttps://www.instagram.com/jhalltradeshttps://fprpeptides.com/?ref=1050

    1h 6m
  6. Open Up - Guest: John Haremza

    APR 7

    Open Up - Guest: John Haremza

    John Haremza went from maintenance worker in a potato chip factory to generating over $1 billion in team sales and $30 million in personal commissions — but the real story starts long before the success. Growing up in a small Minnesota town, John struggled with undiagnosed dyslexia that left him feeling slow, dumb, and invisible throughout school. A chance invite to a home water filter party in December 1988 — one he almost skipped — changed everything. From his first $59 commission to building a nine-figure organization, John unpacks the mindset shifts, personal development habits, and hard-won lessons behind his 37-year career. He opens up about self-doubt, betrayal, imposter syndrome, financial mistakes, and the moment he accidentally revealed his dyslexia on stage in front of 5,000 people — a vulnerability that became his greatest leadership asset.📚 Books: Right or Almost Right | The Power of Influence📲 Instagram/Facebook: @JohnHaremza▶️ YouTube: John HaremzaChapters00:00 Cold Open01:37 Guest Introduction02:38 Growing Up With Dyslexia03:15 The Potato Chip Factory04:18 The Dad Story06:01 The Water Filter Party09:21 The First $5910:46 Leaving the Factory13:28 Reflecting on the Numbers15:20 Qualities That Built His Success17:29 Building Influence From Zero18:28 The Books19:21 The Dyslexia Reveal on Stage22:40 How His Dad Influenced Him24:13 Healing Old Wounds27:28 Focus vs. Multiple Ventures31:39 Advice for Aspiring Leaders33:03 The Dark Side of Network Marketing35:34 Imposter Syndrome38:17 The Hardest Moments40:03 The Influence of Your Inner Circle43:10 Faith, Free Will & Taking Action47:18 Rapid Fire Questions55:05 Truth or Myth58:35 What Would John Do?01:01:31 John's Golden Rules01:03:11 Audience Questions01:07:37 Advice to His Younger Self01:08:47 Being Present & Open to Learning01:11:03 Seek First to Understand01:12:29 Where to Find John01:14:18 Sign Off

    1h 15m
  7. Open Up - Guest: Open Up - Guest: Pearly Montagu

    MAR 31

    Open Up - Guest: Open Up - Guest: Pearly Montagu

    Pearly Montagu is a TEDX speaker and a renowned healer with an extraordinary gift. Following a profound near-death experience, Pearly discovered a rare form of synesthesia, an ability to see physical and emotional trauma within the body in vivid colors & structures disrupting how physiology and biology occurs. The combination of this unique gift of sight combined with her subsequent training in energy healing modalities including craniosacral therapy and reflexology. Pearly has developed an innovative somatic and energetic approach that supports the release of trauma held in the body, encouraging regulation of the nervous system and healthy biological function which has made her a sought-after and beloved healer. She supports clients around the world both in Ibiza and online.SummaryIn this enlightening interview, Pearly Montagu shares her extraordinary journey from a near-death experience to becoming a renowned healer with a unique gift of synesthesia. Discover how her ability to see trauma as colors and structures within the body supports her innovative approach to trauma release, energy healing, and spiritual growth, offering valuable insights into holistic health and the power of intention.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pearly Montagu and Her Journey02:50 Understanding Synesthesia and Trauma Healing05:27 The Role of Spirituality in Healing08:25 Mary Magdalene: A Misunderstood Figure11:08 Collective Grief and Patriarchal Society13:53 Near-Death Experience and Its Impact16:29 The Journey to Veganism and Healing19:30 The Power of Intention and Rituals22:17 Innovative Somatic and Energetic Approaches24:50 The Science of Water and Healing27:58 The Connection Between Trauma and Health30:55 The Importance of Mental Diet33:44 Karma and Life Experiences36:26 The Impact of Trauma on Mental and Physical Health42:12 Listening to the Body's Whispers45:31 The Power of Mental Agility47:17 Navigating Mental Health Challenges49:41 The Role of Alternative Healing52:48 Quickfire Healing Games56:20 Synesthesia and Healing58:37 Healing Scenarios and Techniques01:08:45 Final Thoughts and Offers ResourcesThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143125981Deepak Chopra's Quantum Healing - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0609805862Pearly Montagu's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pearlyway/Mandalay.org - Pearly Montagu's official website - https://mandalay.orghttps://www.instagram.com/a.pearly.way.of.lifeWebsite - https://mandalay.org

    1h 14m
  8. Open Up - Guest: Masha - Elite Makeup Artist

    MAR 31

    Open Up - Guest: Masha - Elite Makeup Artist

    Discover the inspiring story of @Masha.Glow, a renowned makeup artist who transitioned from Russia to Canada, and rose to lead fashion week productions and high-profile campaigns. In this episode, she shares her journey, industry secrets, and tips for aspiring artists. This episode reflects a blend of personal stories, practical industry tips, and motivational insights for aspiring and professional makeup artists alike. Whether you're seeking inspiration, technical advice, or a deeper understanding of the beauty industry, this conversation with Masha offers valuable perspectives. Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to Masha Glow’s journey from Russia to global fashion stages02:27 - Childhood influences and early passions in community activities04:12 - Deciding to pursue makeup artistry versus other careers05:30 - How makeup helps boost confidence and mental well-being06:31 - Sacrifices made early in her career and balancing passion with work07:36 - Moments of doubt and overcoming industry challenges09:53 - Preference between bridal and runway makeup11:28 - Her most memorable breakthrough moment at New York Fashion Week13:09 - Experience at Fashion Week: team dynamics and chaos management14:27 - The importance of positivity and professionalism in the industry15:43 - How social media changed her work and connection with clients16:36 - Maintaining relevance and mental resilience at the top of her game18:02 - Favorite tools, products, and her approach to skincare and makeup19:01 - What motivates her daily and her emotional connection to her work22:54 - Backstage prep, dealing with chaotic moments, and staying organized26:36 - Her creative process when designing makeup looks and visualizing concepts28:39 - Tips for flattering makeup based on facial features and personal style30:03 - Her daily makeup routine and product recommendations32:12 - The impact of Instagram in building her brand and supporting real beauty36:34 - Her vision of legacy and how she hopes clients feel after her work38:01 - Advice to her younger self: trust your instincts and take immediate action38:56 - Rapid-fire beauty confessions and personal preferences40:16 - Her thoughts on latest trends: neon glam, glitter, and natural glow42:37 - Common makeup mistakes, myths, and realistic expectations44:20 - Wildest makeup horror stories and industry surprises48:53 - Your kit essentials when missing crucial items backstage54:28 - Fun scenarios: bold makeup decisions in unconventional settings57:14 - Her opinion on experimenting with new techniques during industry events61:38 - Creating historically accurate makeup looks for film and TV63:16 - Iconic figures she’d love to transform and her favorite muse66:30 - Never Have I Ever: funny and unexpected moments in her career68:31 - Makeup for clients requesting unrealistic or impossible looks70:11 - Her stance on trendy and controversial makeup styles73:29 - What makeup has taught her about herself and her growth75:31 - Final words of advice and how to connect with her online Key Frameworks & Mental Models:Trusting intuition in career decisionsThe importance of authenticity in brandingManaging chaos with mindfulness techniquesBuilding resilience through continuous learning Resources & Links:Charlotte Tilbury Iconic Nude Lip LinerMakeup Forever HD PaletteFenty Beauty Collection Connect with Masha:https://www.instagram.com/masha.glow

    1h 16m
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Conversations for those building something that lasts. Not your typical podcast. Games and challenges. Weird, tough questions. Dare to open up! Most guests said they had a blast.

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  • Creator
    Catalina Magee
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    83
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Catalina Magee
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    Open Up with Catalina Magee