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Flying Upstream Podcast

Welcome to 'Flying Upstream,' a podcast dedicated to uncovering the choices, practices, and wisdom that defy mainstream norms. Join hosts Kristyn Medeiros and Luisa Anderson as they explore how timeless wisdom and unique lifestyle choices foster healthier, sustainable, and enriching lives. Perfect for those who feel like they're flying north for the winter while everyone else is flying south. Tune in to discover inspiring stories, gain practical insights, and connect with a community of free spirits who value deep, thoughtful explorations into alternative ways of living. Listen on platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or join us for more engaging content through our mini courses on Udemy.

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🎨 + 🧬 = True Healing? Discover the Power of Art & Science

Hi Reader, 💥 We’re still riding high after hitting 100+ episodes of Flying Upstream — and it’s all thanks to you. Every listen, every share, every brave story you've embraced has helped us build something real. This isn’t just a podcast — it’s a movement. A celebration of people who choose to break the mold, heal out loud, and carve their own path. This week, we’re bringing you two guests who prove that healing doesn’t come in one shape or speed. From bold artistic expression to the quiet...

Hi Reader, 🌊The Current Flowing This week on Flying Upstream, we’re taking a moment to reflect — not just on how far we’ve come, but on the stories that got us here. We recently crossed the 100-episode mark (🎉), and instead of spotlighting a single milestone, we’re honoring the voices that have made this journey unforgettable. From heartbreak to healing, from trauma to transformation, these guests have reminded us again and again that your story is your strength. Whether you're seeking...

Hi Reader, 🌊The Current Flowing What if “work” didn’t have to mean burnout?What if your deepest joy, your clearest alignment, and your greatest impact could all come from the same source — your business? This week, we’re exploring the mindset shift that allows passion and profit to coexist. Because building something meaningful isn’t about hustle — it’s about harmony. Suppose you’ve ever questioned whether you can get paid for what comes naturally to you. In that case, this issue is a...

Hi Reader, 🌊The Current Flowing Sometimes, the path to entrepreneurship doesn’t begin with a spark of inspiration, but with a moment of collapse. This week, we’re exploring what it means to rise after a fall. Whether it’s career burnout, toxic dynamics, or simply losing sight of your truth, failure often becomes the very soil in which purpose takes root. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “What now?” after a breaking point, this issue is for you. We’re spotlighting the courage it takes to build...

Hi Reader, 🌊The Current Flowing There’s a story behind every pivot, every brand evolution, and every soul-led business journey. This May, as we dive deeper into Entrepreneurship Month, we’re highlighting a truth that’s often felt but rarely said: ✨ Your story is your most powerful business strategy. This week’s episode is a bold reminder of how storytelling shapes not just your brand identity but the impact you create in the world. Whether you're launching your first offer or scaling an...

A behind-the-scenes update invites the community to share their wisdom through a quiz on business alignment challenges. The section highlights a personal story about purpose and the deeper journey beyond success.

Hi Reader, 🌊The Current Flowing Something is stirring behind the scenes at Flying Upstream — something creative, aligned, and possibly game-changing. We’re not quite ready to unveil it to the world, but we are ready to share it with you — not the finished product, but the vision-in-progress. Why? Because you’re not just part of our audience — you’re one of the experts who built this space. Coaches, healers, guides: you’ve shown up week after week in the journey of alignment, clarity, and...

In this month’s Flying Upstream episode, we dive into the powerful world of energy healing, uncovering how alignment, self-awareness, and spiritual connection can transform not just your wellness, but your work and life path. We explore practical tips for

Hi Reader, 🌊The Current Flowing Welcome to The Current Flowing — where we reflect on the ripples we’ve made and preview the waves ahead. This past month, we tuned into the subtle but powerful wisdom of Energy Healing as a tool for transformation, not just in our wellness, but in how we show up, work, and choose. We explored what it means to come home to your own frequency, to release what doesn’t belong, to listen to the body’s quiet “yes” and honor the truth it’s always known. From...

Hi Reader, 🌊The Upstream Current Welcome to The Current, the pulse of our journey here at Flying Upstream. Each month, we explore a central theme that speaks to the soul of transformation—whether it’s courage, self-trust, reinvention, or navigating the unknown in your career or daily life. This is your space to pause, realign, and reconnect with yourself, your truth, and the undercurrent of something deeper that’s always been calling you forward. This month, we’re exploring how energy healing...

Explore Reiki healing with Master Christopher Tellez on the Flying Upstream podcast. Learn how energy work supports emotional release, trauma recovery, and lasting transformation. You'll also discover chakra wisdom, boundary-setting tools, and intuitive i

Hi Reader, ⚡Welcome to the Month of Energy Healing on Flying UpstreamWe’re talking boundaries, rest, movement—and everything that fuels your purpose. This week in the Flying Upstream newsletter, we’re diving into the world of Reiki—a powerful form of energy healing that helps release tension, shift your energy, and spark transformation from the inside out. Guest Who: Christopher Tellez Reiki Master and Founder of the San Francisco Reiki Center has over 20 years of experience guiding people...

Joanna Horton McPherson

Hi Reader, In this edition of Flying Upstream, we dig into the power of personal transformation and the art of overcoming adversity. @FlyingUpstream In episode 026: The Art of Inspiring Leadership Lessons from Joanna Horton McPherson, we interview Joanna Horton McPherson, a serial entrepreneur, speaker, and award-winning actor. Joanna shares her personal transformation, starting from a shy child to becoming a celebrated leadership coach. She discusses the profound impact of acting, poetry,...