The Brand Strategist: Recent Episodes
Katie Leigh
Helping outdoor and sustainable brands get clear in their business and grow. From marketing strategy to designing a photoshoot that will create images that connect with your audience. This is The Katie Leigh Show. Get ready to get clear and grow.
Before and during the Black Lives Matter campaign that grew in 2020, I was completely unaware of what unconscious bias was and that I could possibly have any. I was unaware of what it was like to be a person of color in America and that our experiences could be so vastly different. All that to say, I’ve learned a lot from Dameda JoLynn over the last year. Not only because she so kindly share’s her black experience and helps me to understand the world in a new way, but also because she has shined a light on the ways I too have been a part of the problem and opened up new ways to be a part of the solution.
By no means do I have it right (or even close to right) but bringing things to light is the very first step to making any sort of change, and that’s what Dameda helps do in her anti-racism work when working specifically with white people.
So.. let’s bring some things to light.
Let's talk about sex. While this isn't my favorite conversation to be had–I'm highly uncomfortable by the conversation of sex based on my upbringing–I think it's an important one. And who better to talk to than Alyssa Manny who isn't afraid of any conversation.
Alyssa is the owner of Ohana Yoga and Barre in Denver, Colorado. Her mission is to evolve and help others to evolve too. To help others to open their hearts in ways they didn’t think possible. This starts with the journey to loving ourselves and our bodies then expands to loving those around us. And she adds an emphasis to this for those who have been marginalized or oppressed. Which is why she continues to find ways to make Ohana a truly inclusive space for all to heal.
In this episode we talk about
• Spiritual Upbringings
• Our relationship to pleasure and sexuality
• How "good" and "bad" morality issues have effected our relationship with sex
• Removing shame when talking to kids about sex
And so much more.
For the full show notes head to ShopModernMagic.com/Sexuality
For this episode's art head to ShopModernMagic.com/product/Sexuality
Kemetic yoga is a newly rediscovered Egyptian practice with roots that outlive that of the yoga we practice now. Unlike Indian yoga that was made for the elite and men, Kemetic yoga was created for all the people. Men and women of every background, focused on soft movements that highlight the divine feminine and only features a limited number of postures to explore. It’s a style of yoga that’s making its way back and I’m so excited to share more of this amazing practice with you from someone who really knows what she’s talking about.
Ali Duncan is a complete Life Coach, Clairvoyant, Tantrika, Energy Healer, Spiritual Guide, and Teacher. For over 16 years she has combined the world of quantum mechanics, frequencies, emotions, and body wisdom to move her clients from their past, into the present and support them in creating a healthy, vibrant future.
And I cannot wait to share with you our conversation on Kemetic yoga. So without further ado, here is Ali Duncan...
On this episode we talk about:
• Ali's spiritual life like growing up
• What brought Ali to yoga in the first place
• How did Ali discover Kemetic yoga
• The story behind Kemetic Yoga
• How this style of yoga been received by Ali's students and why it feels so different from our usual practice
• How does Kemetic Yoga bring us back to the spiritual parts?
• What home means to Ali
For the full show notes head here.
What is happiness and how do we even pursue something that we can’t fully grasp? Maybe happiness isn’t the destination. Maybe it’s just a guide on the map to where we really want to go. To a place of wholeness.
Join me as we walk through this world of wholeness vs. happiness and which is the right fit for you……..
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As defined by Joanne Sienko Ott, St. Catherine University, "The literature describes the crone archetype as a pre-existent form in the collective unconscious that embodies instinctive ways of channeling wisdom, inner knowing, and intuition, guiding us through the transition of life, and going inward to bring forth the light for transformation."
Only with age can we receive the gifts of the crone. To know life through personal experience and to be able to share what we’ve learned with others. We aren’t guaranteed to reach this phase in our life so wouldn’t it be wonderful to actually honor this stage instead of dread it?
On this episode Janet Reichart, counselor, Reiki Master, and End of Life Doula, talks with Katie Leigh Jackson about her personal experiences with death, preparing for the death of a loved one, honoring those who have passed, and understanding what an end of life doula even is.
Check out the full show notes here.
Purchase this episodes Archetypal painting here.
We are all born creators. We know it when we're six, we doubt it when we're eight, and by the time we hit ten we've forgotten our love and need to create. This episode is all about bringing you back to your creative practice, solely for the sake of creating. It doesn't need to be perfect, it doesn't even need to be seen, but by allowing ourselves the gift of creating we welcome ourselves back home to our authentic self.
For this episodes show notes head to ShopModernMagic.com/Creative-Practice/
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Nadia Bolz-Weber said it best in her book Shameless, "Origin stories, tell us how the world came about, where we came from, and other important things like white snakes, don’t have Lex. We may think we know our own origin story really well, but the garden of Eden account in genesis is notably devoid of several elements that Lora has inserted into it. For instance, there actually are no mentions of original sin, “a fall from grace,“ Satan, or temptation. And there wasn’t even an apple involved."
In this episode of the Modern Magic Podcast, Katie Leigh Jackson sits down with Rev Cindy Pincus to discuss this story and how we've all gotten it wrong all these years. Rev. Cindy shares a new version of the story from the Gnostics (who knew they existed) and gives the most beautiful illustration of what this story means for us as women and our connection to nature.
Join us for a little story time that will completely change the way you look at the story of Eve.
For the full show notes of this episode head to shopmodernmagic.com/Eve-Origins
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The Homemaker was the title given to most women during the turn of the century. While their husbands worked for a paycheck they were the ones at home taking care of the chores, cooking the meals, and tending to the children. However, I look at the homemaker as something a little different. I see her as the ultimate host, a creator, a curator.
The homemaker teaches us how to create spaces that are inviting and relaxing. To share practice that create community and bring us together. In this episode I share some thoughts on how to create your own calm space whether that's with the modern magic wallpaper collection or simply adding a few new houseplants to your space. Join me as we get to know the homemaker, the ultimate host, and the undercover interior designer we didn't give much thought to.
For this episode's full show notes visit https://shopmodernmagic.com/homemaker
For this episode's painting visit https://shopmodernmagic.com/product/homemaker
Cerridwen comes to us with a need for change that brings wisdom. She offers us the chance to be reborn and as a representation of the Crone and with her cauldron of knowledge and inspiration she offers us new insights into our own lives and cycles.
Hear what Beth Radefeld, Owner of Be Radiant Life coaching, has to offer on the most common mindset cycles we get stuck in, how to break unhealthy cycles and how to create new healthy cycles so we can create a strong sense of self.
For the full show notes to this episode visit: ShopModernMagic.com/podcast-cerridwen
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Love, lust, beauty, pleasure, and passion all words associated with the goddess Aphrodite. But the one part that we’re missing from this perfect female archetype is warrior. Aphrodite is a warrior goddess. For whatever reason this became an unremarkable trait of hers and got dropped many years ago to make her only focused on love and beauty. But as women, this masculine attribute of warrior gives us so much more balance, and allows us to break free from the toxic part of femininity. In today’s episode we explore Aphrodite and what toxic femininity in our Society looks like.
To see an up close picture of this episode's painting of Aphrodite or to learn more about what we talk about in this episode, visit shopmodernmagic.com/aphrodite.
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The Nordic Goddess of rest gives us the invitation to rest. To let go of all we're holding and to sink into the darkness, calm, and healing powers of it.
In a society that is so focused on more–doing more, having more, being more–I think it's time we talked about embracing less. The constant strive for more is burning us down from the inside out and in the end isn't serving anyone. As someone who has faced the side effects of burn-out and started my own journey of recovery, I want to talk about the steps it takes to heal this burn and create new life from it. (I'm sure there is a great metaphor about wild fires and the lush wildflowers that bloom in burn sites here.)
Join me as I share the steps I took (and still take) when burn-out occurs.
The full show note: Shopmodernmagic.com/podcast-nott
This episode's painting: https://shopmodernmagic.com/product/nott/
**PLEASE NOTE: I am not a medical professional and share these resources as things that have helped me. Before changing any physical regimen, diet, or lifestyle habits, please speak with your doctor or wholistic health care provider.
How often do you think about the legacy you're building as you live through your life? Whether you're an artist, a business owner, a mother, all of these things, or something else, we all have something to offer this world when the time comes and we must leave it. Today on the show, Shirlee Fisher of Quiet Lines Design and The Tillage Podcast share's how she's building a legacy of love and light, encouraging connection and growth for everyone she encounters. Learn more about how Shirlee has found herself in a leadership position, how she's had to learn to embrace that (especially as a woman), and what she's doing now to encourage a legacy of love. All this and more is on today's episode of the Modern Magic Podcast.
For the full show notes to this episode, links to follow along Shrilee's journey head to shopmodernmagic.com/The-Queen-Bee
For an up close look at this episode's painting head to https://shopmodernmagic.com/product/queen/
The wise woman is the archetype of our intuition. The ancient part of us that knows the direction we are meant to go, who guides us, and nurtures us. But through society, culture, and a change of the way we live, we've lost a connection to this sacred part of who we are. Join me on a 15-min gut-meditation to relearn how to speak to our gut and hear what she has to offer us.
To learn more about the art from this podcast head to shopmodernmagic.com/gut-meditation
To purchase a print of the Wise Woman to remind you of your innate intuition head to https://shopmodernmagic.com/product/healer/
There is no doubt that we have a social dilemma. Our obsession with our screens is affecting our community, driving depression rates and even distorting our bodies. Technology, while an amazing gift, also comes with it's curses and we're seeing that with social media. But just because there are some problems we're facing with this new way of life (after all it's only 10 or so years old) doesn't mean that it's all bad. So today on The Brand Strategist I'm sharing with you my new approach to social and the limitations I'm putting on this technology to ensure that I stay productive, healthy and connected to the community around me. Take a listen and then in the comments below tell me how social media is working for you in your life!
Got A list of 600+ things to do? Searching for more hours in the day? I feel you. Which is why I use these tricks to save time and creating content and spreading the word about it. Start working smarter, not harder. Check it out. -More ideas and advice at thekatieleigh.com
Looking for a way to bring more people to your website without spending more money? That’s the power of SEO. Search Engine Optimization is how people find you through the simple act of a Google search. And today I’m going to share with you 3 ways to build your SEO and start getting found online. You ready? Have a listen!
Growing your business is like growing a garden- stick with me here. You need consistency in taking care of your garden from when you water, to the quality of water to the environment you’re are growing your plants in. Yes, growing a garden and growing a business are pretty much the same thing. So here is what you need to create a consistency in your brand and have more impact on your customers. (Find our more at theKatieleigh.com)
Who knew there was so much you could do with Instagram to help grow your business? In this week's episode, I share with you the inside conversation from a recent workshop where I give out all my Instagram tips and tricks so that you can connect with your audience and grow your brand? If you want the visuals to go with it, head over to TheKatieLeigh.com/Instagram-Business and download the deck to follow along. If you're a visual learner, this will really help in getting clear with how you could be using Instagram.
I’ve heard it from clients and I’ve seen it all over social media, businesses hate newsletters. There’s a feeling that they just don’t work anymore. But the truth is you’re not making them work for you. It feels harsh but there’s definitely ways to make a newsletter work for you and you’ll be glad you did in the long run. Listen to this week’s podcast all about newsletters and why they are so great for your business as well some tips to make sure you’re getting them to convert. Because let’s be real it’s not real marketing unless it’s converting. Listen now and check out the full post at thekatieleigh.com/Email-Newsletter
It’s the marketing tool EVERY brand needs. A client profile helps you get clear on your marketing strategy so you know how to show up for your customer. The more info you have the clearer your marketing gets. So today, I breakdown the client profile and give you everything you need to know to make yours! TheKatieleigh.com/client-profile
COVID has brought a lot of surprises to our lives and for me it doesn’t seem to stop. Like losing my full time job and deciding to go on my own with a marketing and photography business for outdoor and sustainable brands. But In the end I’m seeing so many blessings from it. And that’s what today’s episode is all about, my pivot to my own business and laying the foundations to what you can expect in this podcast moving forward. Have a listen!
Today I sit down with Lesha Estrada, a physician assistant here in Denver, Colorado. She gives us the inside scoop of what it’s like to be a healthcare professional during COVID-19.
Emily realized early on that the system was broken and she was a part of the problem. In traveling the world and working for Latino communities, Emily first hand witnessed what her privilege provided for her and how the minorities were so greatly at risk for a life of hardships. In this episode we talk about how Emily became an activist and what inevitably lead her to law school to become a public defender. She speaks about the hardships of women in jail and the ways that we can be a part of a new system. One that supports restorative justice.