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Monday Oct 13, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
In recognition of Bullying Prevention Month, a powerful and unprecedented event is taking place in Elkhart, Indiana — one that could reshape how our state protects its children. For the first time, child safety–focused organizations from across Indiana are coming together to launch the Indiana Child Safety Campaign, a bold, parent- and community-led movement calling for child safety to become the top legislative and budgetary priority across every branch of state government.
In our latest episode of The Michiana Hivecast, we sit down with Rachel Van Alstine, a lead organizer of the Parent Coalition for Child Safety & Wellness, to talk about the inspiration behind this campaign, the urgent gaps in Indiana’s child safety systems, and how every Hoosier can play a role in creating lasting change.
🎤 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- The heartbreaking and powerful story behind the campaign’s creation
- How parents, educators, and advocates are uniting to demand action
- What elected officials can do to prioritize child safety
- A preview of the event’s speakers, including a moving address from Niki Ball, mother of Rio, speaking publicly for the first time in Elkhart since her daughter’s passing
- Ways you can get involved and make your voice heard
Additional details can be found on our website www.consciousmichiana.org.
Monday Oct 13, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
In this episode of The Michiana Hivecast, we sit down with Joe Michalski, a local artist whose simple yet powerful practice of doodling became a lifeline during his mental health journey.
Joe shares how his art evolved from a coping mechanism into a meaningful form of self-expression. Through candid conversation, we delve into the emotional layers behind his doodles, explore the role creativity plays in healing, and discover how art can help us reconnect with ourselves and others.
Whether you're an artist, a mental health advocate, or someone seeking inspiration, Joe’s story is a reminder that healing doesn’t always come in grand gestures—it can begin with a pen and a blank page.
For more information, visit our website at www.consciousmichiana.org.
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of The Michiana Hivecast, I sit down with Eve LeVeque, a courageous local practitioner, to explore her journey through breast cancer. Through an open and honest conversation, Eve shares the emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges she faced — and the resilience that carried her through.
Together, we discuss:
- The moment she received her diagnosis and how it changed her life
- The support systems that helped her stay grounded
- The role of holistic wellness and community in her healing process
- What she wishes others knew about breast cancer and survivorship
- Her message of hope for those currently navigating their own health journeys
This episode is a tribute to the strength of the human spirit and the power of vulnerability, connection, and healing. Whether you or someone you love has been touched by cancer, this conversation offers insight, inspiration, and a reminder that no one walks alone.
Resource links mentioned during the interview:
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Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Deanna Waggy of DW Healing Arts to explore the benefits of Zero Balancing and Acupressure. Deanna shares insights from her upcoming classes, explaining who can benefit most and how these practices can support overall well-being.
A lifelong learner with a wealth of wisdom, Deanna also offers a simple, practical acupressure technique you can try yourself to help release tension and let go of what no longer serves you.
Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Thursday Jul 24, 2025
In this enlightening episode of The Michiana Hivecast, we sit down with Seva Van Why, a board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner, to explore the ancient science of Ayurveda and its powerful relevance in modern life. From understanding your unique constitution to making small, intentional shifts in daily habits, Ayurveda offers a holistic roadmap to balance, vitality, and self-awareness.
We dive into:
- What Ayurveda is and how it works
- The foundational principles of Ayurvedic science
- How this practice supports everyday wellness
- Simple tips to begin integrating Ayurveda into your life
Whether you're new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is full of wisdom, warmth, and practical insights to help you live more consciously.
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About Seva Van Why
Founder at Seva Ayurveda Academy and Continuing Education / Certification Director at National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA)
Links:
Seva’s website: https://sevaayurveda.com
Email: sevaveda@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seva.veda
Instagram: instagram.com/sevaayurveda
Conscious Michiana, Inc.
Website: https://consciousmichiana.org
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Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
During this live recording session, Dr. Dé Bryant, Ph.D. interviews gxldsoulrebel on this month’s topic of, "Where is Home?". This live interview took place at The Rocki Button 1/17/24.
Where is Home?
As we journey through life, we are given the opportunity to make many choices. One of these blessings is the freedom to chose what is “home” to us. It's a decision that carries great weight and significance, as it ultimately shapes our sense of belonging and identity. But have you ever stopped to wonder what that means to others? If you have, we invite you to join us at our upcoming event, “Identity and Belonging: Where is Home?”
We will delve deeper into this topic and gain insights from different individuals sharing their stories and experiences. Be prepared to be enlightened, inspired, and uplifted as we explore the intricate and meaningful connections between family, home, and personal identity.
gxldsoulrebel is an Alternative Hip-Hop artist from South Bend, Indiana. First establishing love for a love for music in elementary school, he’s now developed into an artist who values verses and chorus packed with metaphors and similes paired with an intent to point to something deeper and introspective, his style reflects his love of the sub- categories of Rap music.
His consistency and work ethic has lead to him performing numerous times around South Bend and surrounding cities. Even in performing as far out as New York. If there one was one phrase to describe the message and purpose of Gxld’s music it would be “to express the significance of knowledge of one’s self thru one’s own experiences.”
Links:
https://songwhip.com/gxldsoulrebel/maze
linktr.ee/gxldsoulrebel
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
This is the six recording of the Ubuntu Spirit Project series. During this live recording session at the Rocki Button, Dr. Dé Bryant, Ph.D. interviews Nia Okereke on this months topic, “Let's Talk About Balancing Societal Views with Personal Doctrines.”
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Friday Nov 24, 2023
Friday Nov 24, 2023
This is the fifth recording of the Ubuntu Spirit Project series. During this live recording session, Dr. Dé Bryant, Ph.D. interviews Charell Luckey on this months topic, "Loss, Recovery, & Carrying On"
To learn more about the history of this project, be sure to listen to the prior four episodes.
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
This is the fourth recording of the Ubuntu Spirit Project series. During this live recording session, Dr. Dr. Dé Bryant, Ph.D. interviews Myron Waddell (Heyzeus), of Home Grown Hype on this months topic, Desire & Power "Who Gets It. Who Gets Got." This is a discussion about our individual power and the ways we can use it to address the traumas that we’re dealing with.
To learn more about the history of this project, be sure to listen to the prior three episodes.
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Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
This is the third interview of the Ubuntu Spirit Project collaboration between Dr. Dé Bryant and Nnenia Okereke.
In this interview, Nia talks about the history of Home Grown Hype and why she decided to offer her weekly Performance Therapy Workshop.
Intro and outro music titled "Dishes" produced by Nnenia Okereke
Part 1 Link-Performance Therapy Program with Nnenia Okereke and Dr. Dé Bryant – Part One
Part 2 Link-SOCAT with Dr. Dé Bryant, Ph.D.