Podcast, Season 1

Balance Shared is the idea that we are all better together. In the inaugral season of my podcast, we began to speak story to power, talking to change agents with varied passions. The one thing they have in common? They want the world to be a better place.

Michelle Lasley
Celebrating Season 1 and What’s Coming Up

Celebrating Season 1 and What’s Coming Up

In the last regularly scheduled episode of season 1, I discuss celebrating, looking ahead to season two, and reflecting on season one.  I reviewed the top 5 episodes, which include: My interview with Laura Rowe where we discussed empaths, woman, and...

Valuing tender care, an interview with Tiffany Chapman

Valuing tender care, an interview with Tiffany Chapman

Tender education is the single most important measure of success for kids, and we can’t have it because of the market failure of care. My guest, Tiffany Chapman, and I dive into what care is, why it’s important, and what we can do to change it.

Eco-psychology with Kathy Stanley

Eco-psychology with Kathy Stanley

In today’s episode, Kathy Stanley and I discuss balance, alignment, nature, deep-psychology and how that works with Kathy’s art and energy work.

Candidate for Council: Emma Burke

Candidate for Council: Emma Burke

My guest today is Emma Leigh Burke, who is running for City Council in Lake Oswego for the November general election. In today’s episode we talk about the importance of representation, our love of vote by mail, and how Emma will tackle issues important to her and to you when she’s elected to office.

Discovering your life’s purpose with Finn Lambourn

Discovering your life’s purpose with Finn Lambourn

Finn is a corporate dropout looking to co-create the future. After finding they were physically shutting down because of a stressful corporate job, they decided to switch to a path of discovery. That discovery has led to really assessing their impact on the environment and sharing a vision with the world.

Grace by way of grief

Grace by way of grief

My late sister’s 42 birthday. Celebrating those who’ve passed and some tips to manage your grief.

Beltaine Pontifications

Beltaine Pontifications

In this episode, I discuss Beltaine – a pagan fire festival. I share some things I have noticed over the seasons, what makes this time of year different from others, where we came from, and what we can look forward to. I also bring up the aspect of the God and Goddess and as it relates to this time.

A discussion of immersive art with Cheri Riznyk

A discussion of immersive art with Cheri Riznyk

My guest today is my friend Cheri Riznyk. We dive deep into the world of imagination discussing how she creates magical worlds for kids to perform. Oh, and she does improv, but you’ll have to wait for season 2 to hear more about that.

Following up with Beaverton’s Next Mayor

Following up with Beaverton’s Next Mayor

My guest today is Lacey Beaty, candidate for Beaverton Mayor. We discuss how motherhood affects campaigning, how the city works, and what it will take to co-create a future we all want.

The Trauma Whisperer, Janine Wirth talks About Trauma

The Trauma Whisperer, Janine Wirth talks About Trauma

The Trauma Whisperer, Janine Wirth, a licensed psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist, and coach, has a virtual global practice where she works with women to help them heal from those experiences.

Astrology, sacred commerce, and business with Vanessa Couto

Astrology, sacred commerce, and business with Vanessa Couto

My guest today is Vanessa Couto, an astrologer with a mission to help people align their gifts, their purpose with their livelihood through their business. We discuss astrology, philosophy, art, and business – all with the lens of elevating where we are now.

Engaging with Brandy Henry

Engaging with Brandy Henry

Engaging on Social Media with Brandy Henry. That’s what Brandy does. She uses her teacher archetype and now demonstrates to businesses how to authentically engage on social media.

Ostara’s invitation to co-create a different future

Ostara’s invitation to co-create a different future

Introduction to Episode Ostara, Michelle reflects on the world at large, what that can mean for our changing seasons, and she invites you, dear listener, to intentionally co-create a future we can all be proud of. Podcast Episode Summary In this episode, Michelle...

Interview with Jeff Hahler

Interview with Jeff Hahler

Michelle reached out and an old friend said, “Yes.” In today’s interview, Jeff walks through how he has landed on his passions, one of which includes working with foster dogs.

An Interview with David Scheer

An Interview with David Scheer

In this episode, Michelle sits down with David Scheer, a dedicated community member, Odd Fellow, and Aikido Instructor.

I just turned 42! Celebrating birthdays.

I just turned 42! Celebrating birthdays.

Since I’m 42, that must mean I know the answer to life, the universe, and everything, right? Wrong! I share four things, top of mind, that I have kind of figured out as I enter my 42nd year.

An Interview with Leticia Juarez-Sisson

An Interview with Leticia Juarez-Sisson

Introduction to Episode A few years ago, Lety and Michelle met through a Women in Networking group-housed out of St. Helens, Oregon. Fast friends, they dive into public relations, Lety’s wheelhouse, and why you would want someone to do PR for you. Podcast Episode...

Strategies for curating your brand

Strategies for curating your brand

Introduction to Episode Strategies for identifying and curating your brand. This podcast is for people who know what they do and are looking at how to show up in the world. Podcast Episode Summary You’ve taken the leap, and you know what you want to do. Maybe you are...