The Sweet Potato Podcast: Recent Episodes
Maria Coccimiglio
Hello my little sweet potatoes! I'm Maria, a Master's student who loves to run and tends to get a little too creative. I decided it was time to try out podcasting. So here we are - talking mindset, advice, health, education, and more - amongst our family of little sweet potatoes! Be sure to subscribe, new episodes air Mondays at 9am EST.
TESTIMONIALS:
https://legacyofhope.ca/wherearethechildren/stories/tashoots/
SHOP:
https://www.instagram.com/indigenousintentions/?hl=en
https://www.thentvs.com
https://www.oxdxclothing.com
https://www.trailblazingbeads.com
https://rayfoxartist.com
LISTEN:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4mHQR9Xkhl5ZAOJndFA3uT?si=Bci_2PzqTKSpkKl5EO3DpQ&nd=1
https://www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-podcasts/148-missing-murdered-finding-cleo
CAUSES:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/Celebrate-Indigenous-Resilience
https://www.change.org/p/prime-minister-of-canada-stop-the-canadian-governments-legal-battle-with-st-annes-residential-school-survivors?source_location=topic_page
https://www.change.org/p/justin-trudeau-neskantaga-first-nation-s-water-crisis?source_location=topic_page
Hello my little sweet potatoes! This week, I'm joined by Rob, Marissa, Lucia, and Daniyar! They, along with Eric, make up a team called Connecting Our Students here in Sault Ste. Marie. They are a nonprofit organization dedicated to making our city more accessible and easier to navigate for international students. From something as simple to how to properly dress for the cold winters, to as serious as reporting a hate crime - they are on a mission to connect international students to whatever services and supports they need! Check them out or get involved:
https://www.instagram.com/connectingourstudents/
https://www.facebook.com/Connecting-Our-Students-110471074114038
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Another musical guest is joining me this week. Nara is from the NWT and has just started releasing music. This young, Filipino artist not only talented, but is also using her platform to encourage representation and advocacy (we love to see it!!!!)
Check her out on instagram and stream "Unbroken":
https://www.instagram.com/musicbynara/
https://tapk.it/nara
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today is the day - I'm telling you all my grad school secrets
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today I am joined by Brittany - a holistic nutritionist! We are talking all things nutrition, digestion, gut health, and well, poop! That's right, we all do it, so let's normalize talking about it. Check her out:
https://www.instagram.com/holisticbrittnutrition/
https://www.holisticbrittnutrition.com
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today, we have our first ever competitive athlete on the podcast - Maddi Leblanc! Her sport? SUP! Learn all about her journey as an athlete, as well as how she gives back to her community through her fundraiser, On Board! Check out the links below:
https://www.maddileblanc.com
https://www.instagram.com/maddi3leblanc/
https://www.facebook.com/maddisrideonboard
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today We are addressing AAPI hate - and truly, I am only skimming the surface. Please check out these resources linked below:
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/there-were-3-800-anti-asian-racist-incidents-mostly-against-n1261257
https://www.thecut.com/2021/02/the-us-is-seeing-a-massive-spike-in-anti-asian-hate-crimes.html
https://fortune.com/2021/02/09/hate-crimes-against-asian-americans-are-nothing-new/
https://www.instagram.com/p/CMQlQi6gptp/
https://www.covidracism.ca/timeline
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/a35711434/asian-american-pacific-islander-difference-aapi/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! We are wrapping up season two with a Q&A! Thanks again for you all your love and support over the past two seasons - sending you lots of love!!!!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today, we are joined by my dear friend Allan - someone who has been a constant in my life for quite some time. He always knows what to say, when to say it, and how to say it. He's sharing all about cultivating positivity and what it means to do so!
http://www.thisisallanbrunke.com
https://www.instagram.com/thisisnotallanbrunke/
https://www.instagram.com/thisisallanbrunke/
https://www.instagram.com/thesearemellifluousthreads/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Mamma Maria is coming at you today with some life advice💫
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! What an episode this week - our first ever musical guest! Paper Eros joins me to discuss following your dreams and aspirations, self-expression, and coming into your own as an artist. Make sure to listen to his new single, "Hate Love Me" that was released on Feb. 12th and stay up to date with the links below!
https://www.instagram.com/paper.eros/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today I'm joined by Nikki, a local hair stylist who has her own salon, and side hustle with her friend Brie, while still balancing the role of a mom, wife, sister, and friend. An all around BLAST to chat with, she loved answering your questions! Check out:
https://www.instagram.com/bumbolinastudio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/brikki.co/?hl=en
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! We got a sister Q&A and we hope you enjoy!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Thank you to everyone who partook in this week's episode. Don't forget that January 28 is #BellLetsTalk day! Links to some articles mentioned in this podcast are below.
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/set-boundaries#how-to-define-your-boundaries
https://www.time-to-change.org.uk/blog/see-bigger-picture-antonios-story
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Quick disclaimer that this episode does mention themes of caloric intake and exercise. Jake is a certified personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate. Today, we are talking all about the importance of strengthening your mental health in the midst of working towards your physical health goals in order to create a healthy relationship with yourself and others. He is always willing to answer your questions, so check him out (as well as the Show Muscle Go Muscle brand) below! https://www.instagram.com/coachjakedoan/ https://www.instagram.com/showmusclegomuscle/ https://showmusclegomuscle.ca
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today, AJ and I are reflecting on our prom experiences - BOTH of them. This is definitely a feel good, nostalgic episode, and we hope you enjoy! Make sure to check out his podcast below:
https://www.instagram.com/brokenboney/
https://open.spotify.com/show/6KjEdUbOaAS2xS122FxapA?si=E3-qrlR3QY-KDitPgsfmlw
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! A quick disclaimer on today's episode, we do have brief mentions about sexual assault throughout, so if this could be triggering to you, please don't listen. Shyan was SO lovely to have on today's episode! There is a lot of valuable content today, and I really think it's important that we can openly talk about sex positivity in a safe space. To here more from Shyan, check her out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campbell99shyan/ And also check out Pillow Talk Studios! https://www.instagram.com/pillowtalk.studios/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! With the new year rolling around, I wanted to discuss 2020 - the good and the bad. Also wanted to send out a little reminder in regards to 2021 NY resolutions. Thanks for joining me, I missed you!!!!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Today, we are talking about therapy - covering what, when, why, and how! Azadeh has been a practicing therapist for 10 years, and brings us so much insight into the world of therapy. She shares her journey, as well as offers you sweet potatoes plenty of advice! Check her out here:
https://www.instagram.com/azadeh.afsahi/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJR-GK8s5Xm0Rov1gL47yyw
https://www.azadehafsahi.com
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! This week, I had the pleasure of having my dear friends M.Madison on the podcast! This interview was particularly special, as this was the first time we actually got to chat outside of the Instagram world - that's right, we met through Instagram, via the podcast account and her poetry account. We are talking all things about growing into your creativity, the art of poetry, and having a few laughs along the way. Check out her work here:
https://www.instagram.com/m.madisonpoetry/
https://www.instagram.com/carefullprints/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes!! School applications are around the corner, so I felt like it was time to offer as many words of wisdom as someone who has been in school for the past 7 years. Wishing you all the best of luck in your future endeavours!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Welcome to season 2 🎉 today we get into fears and phobias, the difference between the two, as well as coping and testing your knowledge!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Here we are, the END (of season one that is)! Today, I am giving you as much advice as I can about starting your own podcast, as well as telling you about how this podcast came to be. Thank you SO MUCH for all the love an support thus far!
We have merch!!!! https://teespring.com/thetsppog?pid=2&cid=2122
Season 2 will start back up in 2 weeks time!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! A major topic this week, we are talking about suicide. This is a disclaimer for this episode, as some discussions might be triggering for some individuals, so please don't listen if this is you. Please, if you require help, consider contacting a loved one or an organization that can help you! Here are some resources and articles: Crisis Services Canada: 833-456-4566 Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/mental-health-language-committed-suicide_l_5aeb53ffe4b0ab5c3d6344ab https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/suicide https://www.livingworks.net/safetalk https://www.suicideinfo.ca/workshop/safe-talk/
Hello my little sweet potatoes! Can guys and girls be friends? Did we move in together? What is it like to start a business? How much do we rely on the enneagram? Trevor and I are getting into ALL this in todays episode!
Looking for strength and conditioning coaching? Check out: https://www.instagram.com/mooretrains/
https://mooretraining.ca/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes we have the BEST guest on today’s episode - that’s right, Ada is here and we went on a sisterly tangent. Get ready!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! A quick disclaimer today, we do have discussions surrounding eating disorders - please don't listen if this episode may be triggering for you! I was joined by Reilly, and we opened up our Instagrams to questions about food, fitness, confidence, school, and more. Be sure to check out her content as she continues to promote positive messages within the social media fitness/health space.
https://www.instagram.com/balancingreilly/
https://www.instagram.com/reiturbide/
We also give a special shoutout to Jake! Check him out at https://www.instagram.com/coachjakedoan/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes and welcome back to a SOLO episode! I wanted to have a little chat about the transition a lot of us are facing - that’s right, I’m talking into adulthood.
https://mindful-mastery.com/
https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/adulting-through-the-ages
https://www.instagram.com/thesweetpotatopodcast/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! So excited for this week's episode, as I have one of the OG sweet potatoes joining me - my cousin Lauren! She is now working as a midwife, and has some great insight regarding what it takes to be a part of an individual's birthing journey. Whether you are considering this field of work or expecting, this one is for you! https://www.instagram.com/thesweetpotatopodcast/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Mikayla runs an amazing coaching business called Lead Your Life! I’ve worked with her personally, and I think she brings great value to her clients - spreading positive messages and teaching how to put yourself first. Check her out! https://www.instagram.com/leadyour.life/ https://linktr.ee/mikaylaml
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Qasim joined me on today’s episode to share a bit about his spiritual experiences. Be sure to follow @thesweetpotatopodcast and @qasimtariqkhanani on Instagram! ALSO MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE GIVEAWAY ON INSTAGRAM!
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! This week, I'm shedding some light on what it feels like to have a perfectionist mentality. Be sure to follow @thesweetpotatopodcast on Instagram!
Check these out for more:
https://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/issues/perfectionism
https://brenebrown.com/
https://www.simibotic.com/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! We are 10 episodes in - so crazy! Had a fun time with today’s Q&A, and would like to thank everyone who participated😊 follow @thesweetpotatopodcast on Instagram, leave a rating and review! Check out @chewiimusique on Instagram and listen to State of the Nation on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/6GPwynIo1bqwkSSbuyct6b?si=PJm5n-28RFqcud1kjoUvkQ
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DISCLAIMER: SOME TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE MAY BE TRIGGERING TO THOSE WHO HAVE/HAVE SUFFERED WITH AN ED
Hello my little sweet potatoes! Here we are - the episode that answers all questions: What do I eat? How do I exercise? How did I lose weight? What should you do? We are talking all things body confidence, and I go on a bit of a tangent. I didn't have notes on me for this one, we are going real and raw this week!
Follow https://www.instagram.com/thesweetpotatopodcast/
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Hello my little sweet potato! Today we are getting into dating, relationships, and being single. I may not be a relationships counsellor, but these are just a couple things to think about whether you have a partner or not.
FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM!! @thesweetpotatopodcast
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! One June 7th, members of my hometown participated in a BLM car rally and march. Today's episode features three members of the Algoma University Students Union, as they played an integral role in the success of this event. Want to stay up to date with other events and community outreach? Check them out on Instagram and Facebook:
https://www.instagram.com/ausu82/
https://www.facebook.com/ausu82
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! In the first year of my masters, I wrote a paper and lectured on the importance of teachers discussing LGBTQ+ topics in their classrooms to create safer spaces for students. Given the it is PRIDE, I thought that it would be something worth revisiting. You will also get to meet Lucia - a dear friend of mine who (as she puts it) put and (s) in front of the (he). Be sure to follow her on Instagram @nameislucia
Interested in some of the studies/resources I used? Links included in these show notes!
Britzman, D. P. (2000). Teacher education in the confusion of our times. Journal of Teacher Education, 51(3), 200-205.
Flores, G. (2014). Teachers working cooperatively with parents and caregivers when implementing LGBT themes in the elementary classroom. American Journal of Sexuality Education, 9(1), 114-120. doi:10.1080/15546128.2014.883268
GLSEN. (2013). Improving Education, Creating a Better World. Retrieved from https://www.glsen.org/learn/about-glsen
Gregory, M. R. (2014). The procedurally directive approach to teaching controversial issues. Educational Theory, 64(6), 627-648. doi:10.1111/edth.12087
Marchman, B. K. (2002). Teaching About Homophobia in a High School Civics Course. Theory & Research in Social Education, 30(2), 302-305. doi:10.1080/00933104.2002.10473197
Maxwell, B., McDonough, K., Waddington, D., Broaching the subject: Developing law- based principles for teacher free speech in the classroom. Teaching and Teacher Education. 70:196-203.
National Center for Lesbian Rights. (2004). Harassment and discrimination: A legal overview. San Francisco, CA: Author. Retrieved from http://nelrights. org/publications/pubs/ha-legaloverview0104.pdf
Renn, K. (2010). LGBT and queer research in higher education: The state and status of the field. Educational Researcher, 39(2), 132–141.
Snapp, S. D., Burdge, H., Licona, A. C., Moody, R. L., & Russell, S. T. (2015). Students’ perspectives on LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum. Equity & Excellence in Education, 48(2), 249-265. doi:10.1080/10665684.2015.1025614
UW-Oshkosh LGBTQ Resource Center. (2014, September 10). Creating an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Classroom. Retrieved from https://www.uwosh.edu/lgbtqcenter/faculty- staff/CreatingAnLGBTQInclusiveClassroom
Walton, D. The New Dialectic: Conversational Contexts of Argument (Toronto: University of Toronto Press, 1998).
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! I am giving you all my secrets in this episode. Find out how to stay motivated to stick to a good exercise routine and new ways to reduce anxiety. Created using https://anchor.fm/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! No, this title is NOT clickbait. Find out a couple of secrets from my childhood, and find out the top 3 things my parents did right when they were raising me. Created using https://anchor.fm/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Hopping onto Instagram trends today and playing a couple rounds of "This or That". We then get into plying Devil's Advocate, and how it might help your relationships - both with others and yourself. Created using https://anchor.fm/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! I'm bringing in a bonus episode this week. I want to highlight some of the things that I have been consuming in the media, through my socials, and in my own reading. These topics are so important to address. Please, if you are a BIPOC, and you have a comment regarding what I have said in this episode, I am willing to listen and learn. #BlackLivesMatter Here are links to the articles I mention: https://educationpost.org/black-teachers-face-extra-scrutiny-while-white-teachers-often-get-a-pass/ https://edtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/ThroughOurEyes.pdf https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/1eff/be8b835f824183c4d624d20f38b846bb8a96.pdf https://www.nber.org/papers/w25254 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0190740919312034?casa_token=PCuhTsVGpcQAAAAA:LKptaKVzKNWC1-QHwIzx157g2qEME20NrtsUlry0lQoVruLDlN7HwGdto6Qf1NPddG0sKHdR
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Having a bit of fun and delving into the world of Buzzfeed quizzes to start off today. Find out the things I learned from running my first Spartan Race, and whether these still hold true today. Created using https://anchor.fm/
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Hello my little sweet potatoes! Welcome to my podcast, so glad to have you. Stay tuned for episodes in mindset, health, education, and everything in between. We are going to have fun here, so stick around!
This is crazy! Season One, Episode 1! Today's episode is pretty short, sweet, and to-the-point. Get to know me, get to know the podcast, get a feel for what we are going to touch on in future episodes. This podcast was creating using https://anchor.fm
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