*Special episode note* - first time with three guests on at once. The audio may differ from one individual to another. 

Creative Production Team, Nightshade Collective, consists of April Mendoza, Ashley Mendoza, and Alexa Morales. Three amazing talented women joined us to chat about their experiences in the film industry, the mindset they have to develop and mixing in with some astrology and Mexican folklore talk. 

NIGHTSHADE COLLECTIVE SOCIALS:
Website - https://www.nightshadecollective.com/
FB - https://www.facebook.com/NightshadeCollectiveOfficial
YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-pVS9x18-Y5pCVdbi70yww/featured
IG - @nightshadecollective

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NOTABLE INFORMATION:
Hollow Hour Short Film - https://www.nightshadecollective.com/ourwork/death-by-xoko-g4t2y

Wild 7 Studios - https://www.wild7studios.com/

Previs - https://www.careersinfilm.com/previs/

Understanding Production Design in Film - https://www.masterclass.com/articles/film-101-what-is-a-production-designer-understanding-the-role-of-a-production-designer#quiz-0

General Casting Information in Film - https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-cast-a-film#quiz-0

Imposter Syndrome - https://www.verywellmind.com/imposter-syndrome-and-social-anxiety-disorder-4156469

Women and Imposter Syndrome - https://hbr.org/2021/02/stop-telling-women-they-have-imposter-syndrome

Statistics of Women in Film - https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20180508-the-data-that-reveals-the-film-industrys-woman-problem

Diversity Problem in Film - https://www.theechonews.com/article/2020/11/4ezprmi3f1uv4jb

Hollywood Diversity Report - https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/2020-hollywood-diversity-report

Mentally Strong People - https://www.inc.com/andrew-thomas/10-daily-habits-of-people-with-the-strongest-mindsets.html

Donating Plasma - https://wallethacks.com/how-to-donate-plasma/

Astrology - https://www.astrology.com/us/home.aspx

Interesting Article on Astrology Today - https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/10/28/astrology-in-the-age-of-uncertainty

How Does Astrology Help or Can't Help You? - https://cafeastrology.com/articles/whatastrologycandoforyou.html

Basic Tarot Card Reading - https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-18172/how-to-do-a-basic-tarot-reading-for-yourself-or-a-friend.html

Free Online Tarot Card Reading - https://www.free-tarot-reading.net/free

Mexican Folklores - https://americanfolklore.net/folklore/mexican-folklore/

Scary Spanish Folktales - https://www.scoopwhoop.com/culture/creepy-spanish-folktales/

Jennifer Kent Films - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0448768/

*Broke tradition with Coffee from Panera Bread

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NOTABLE QUOTES:
"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together" 
- African Proverb

"Comparison is the thief of joy" - Theodore Roosevelt

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About Our Roots & Tea:
A podcast that explores our minds and everything outside of us with topics such as spiritual journey and awakening, meditation, religion, psychology, philosophy, healing, life purpose and more.

Conversations happen with people offering unique real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

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Connect with us if you have questions:
ourrootstea@gmail.com

Channels to follow:
Our Roots & Tea on YOUTUBE - (www.youtube.com/channel/UCqW2XhSEEivl-YBzSwSom0Q)
Our Roots & Tea on SPOTIFY -(https://open.spotify.com/show/2qCYfSYAhgB7HndiozSc2o?si=WdqIShv9QDKCVYBYa8hK8Q)
Our Roots & Tea on INSTAGRAM - (https://www.instagram.com/ourrootsntea)
Our Roots & Tea on TWITTER - (https://twitter.com/OurRootsAndTea)

.18 - Be True to Yourself, A Strong Mindset, Some Astrology Talk and More...

Singer/Songwriter, Bobby Garafolo aka Witewolf, invites us to his recording studio and tells us about his grandfather's story as well as all the crazy life theories he has. 

BOBBY GARAFOLO SOCIALS:
IG - @witewolfsden & @swedishknightingales
Witewolf's Den Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-witewolfs-den/id1455020736

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NOTABLE INFORMATION:
Sensory Deprivation (Just Float) - https://www.justfloat.com/

Reiki Incense - https://soulfulvibesco.com/products/reiki-incense

Simulation theory - https://builtin.com/hardware/simulation-theory

Switzerland Hadron Collider - https://home.cern/science/accelerators/large-hadron-collider

Italy Duomo - https://www.duomomilano.it/en/infopage/the-cathedral/53/

Human Evolution - https://www.britannica.com/science/human-evolution

Surfing - https://www.outsideonline.com/2396868/beginner-guide-surfing

Science of Reincarnation - https://uvamagazine.org/articles/the_science_of_reincarnation

Thoughts Per Day - https://www.news18.com/news/buzz/humans-have-around-6200-thoughts-in-a-single-day-shows-new-study-2723281.html

Inner Silence - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1459805.Inner_Silence

Andrew Dapassano - https://www.lambiek.net/artists/d/da_passano_andrea.htm

Temple of Esoteric Science - https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/953275265

Deiva Marina, Italy - https://www.cinqueterre.eu.com/en/deiva-marina

*This episode's tea*
Hong Kong Style Milk Tea
https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Artisan-Hong-Kong-Tea/dp/B08GP1V64P/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=hong+kong+style+milk+tea&qid=1625164584&sr=8-4

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About Our Roots & Tea:
A podcast that explores our minds and everything outside of us with topics such as spiritual journey and awakening, meditation, religion, psychology, philosophy, healing, life purpose and more.

Conversations happen with people offering unique real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

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Connect with us if you have questions:
ourrootstea@gmail.com
www.ourrootsandtea.com

Channels to follow:
Our Roots & Tea on YOUTUBE - (www.youtube.com/channel/UCqW2XhSEEivl-YBzSwSom0Q)
Our Roots & Tea on SPOTIFY -(https://open.spotify.com/show/2qCYfSYAhgB7HndiozSc2o?si=WdqIShv9QDKCVYBYa8hK8Q)
Our Roots & Tea on INSTAGRAM - (https://www.instagram.com/ourrootsntea)
Our Roots & Tea on TWITTER - (https://twitter.com/OurRootsAndTea)

.21 - Inner Silence, Temple of Esoteric Science, Spider Theory and More...

Life coach / Adventurer / Cancer Survivor, Alex Aguirre, pops in to have a very insightful conversation about his grand adventure across the states and continued journey as a cancer survivor through spirituality. 

ALEX AGUIRRE SOCIALS:
IG - @alex.aguirre11
Website - give.seattlechildrens.org/EmpowertheIndividual

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NOTABLE INFORMATION:
Qi Gong - https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-101/what-is-qi-gong/

Buddha Mind Set - https://www.pursuit-of-happiness.org/history-of-happiness/buddha/

Learning How to Forgive - https://www.firstcalleap.org/2010/08/learning-how-to-forgive/

History of Mexico - https://www.history.com/topics/mexico/history-of-mexico

Manila Trade Route - https://www.efe.com/efe/english/corporate/the-manila-galleon-a-spanish-trade-route-that-connected-3-continents/50000271-3042232

Identity Crisis - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201203/are-you-having-identity-crisis

Acupuncture - https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/acupuncture

Vipassana Meditation Experience - https://www.theguardian.com/society/2016/mar/31/meditation-retreat-vipassana-new-zealand-exhausting-silence-spiders

How to Practice Zazen - https://www.lionsroar.com/how-to-practice-zazen/

Ruthless Compassion - http://marciasirotamd.com/psychology-popular-culture/notes-on-ruthless-compassion

Enlightenment - https://www.lionsroar.com/everything-is-enlightenment/

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NOTABLE QUOTES:
"The teacher appears when the student is ready."

*This episode's tea*


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About Our Roots & Tea:
A podcast that explores our minds and everything outside of us with topics such as spiritual journey and awakening, meditation, religion, psychology, philosophy, healing, life purpose and more.

Conversations happen with people offering unique real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

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Connect with us if you have questions:
ourrootstea@gmail.com
www.ourrootsandtea.com

Channels to follow:
Our Roots & Tea on YOUTUBE - (www.youtube.com/channel/UCqW2XhSEEivl-YBzSwSom0Q)
Our Roots & Tea on SPOTIFY -(https://open.spotify.com/show/2qCYfSYAhgB7HndiozSc2o?si=WdqIShv9QDKCVYBYa8hK8Q)
Our Roots & Tea on INSTAGRAM - (https://www.instagram.com/ourrootsntea)
Our Roots & Tea on TWITTER - (https://twitter.com/OurRootsAndTea)

.25 - The Grand Spiritual Journey, Learning To Forgive, Achieve Balanced Compassion and More...

Program Assistant, Jenna Lau, details the ways she can maintain success, keep a calm mind and avoid the dreaded mental burnout. 

JENNA LAU SOCIALS:
Website - https://www.amway.com/en_US/myshop/Jlau

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INTERESTING POINTS:
-Morning routine, accountability partner.
-Hiking and nature
-Set schedules, better work habits.
-Avoiding mental burnout.
-E-commerce business.
-Meaning of persistence 

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*This episode's drinks*
Lemon Orange Tea & Energy Drink

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About Our Roots & Tea:
A podcast that explores our minds and everything outside of us with topics such as spiritual journey and awakening, meditation, religion, psychology, philosophy, healing, life purpose and more.

Conversations happen with people offering unique real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

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Connect with us if you have questions:
ourrootstea@gmail.com
www.ourrootsandtea.com

Channels to follow:
Our Roots & Tea on YOUTUBE - (www.youtube.com/channel/UCqW2XhSEEivl-YBzSwSom0Q)
Our Roots & Tea on SPOTIFY -(https://open.spotify.com/show/2qCYfSYAhgB7HndiozSc2o?si=WdqIShv9QDKCVYBYa8hK8Q)
Our Roots & Tea on INSTAGRAM - (https://www.instagram.com/ourrootsntea)
Our Roots & Tea on TWITTER - (https://twitter.com/OurRootsAndTea)

.22 - Consistency is the Key, Avoiding Mental Burnout, Details Matter and More...

Film/TV Producer, Robert Campagna, drops in to chat about his start in the film industry, the struggles and life lessons. Also discussing some of his beliefs especially in Buddhism and what could happen when we die. 

ROBERT CAMPAGNA SOCIALS:
IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2839165/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

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INTERESTING POINTS:
-How to deal with adversity
-Don't take anything personally
-The Little Prince & The Four Agreements
-Why the hustle life is not good
-Views on Buddhism, meditation, etc.
-Finding passion

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*This episode's drinks*
Lemon Ginger Tea w/Honey & Sri Lanka Chamomile Tea

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About Our Roots & Tea:
A podcast that explores our minds and everything outside of us with topics such as spiritual journey and awakening, meditation, religion, psychology, philosophy, healing, life purpose and more.

Conversations happen with people offering unique real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

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Connect with us if you have questions:
ourrootstea@gmail.com
www.ourrootsandtea.com

Channels to follow:
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Our Roots & Tea on SPOTIFY -(open.spotify.com/show/2qCYfSYAhgB…v9QDKCVYBYa8hK8Q)
Our Roots & Tea on INSTAGRAM - (www.instagram.com/ourrootsntea)
Our Roots & Tea on TWITTER - (twitter.com/OurRootsAndTea)

.23 - Self Doubts, Hustle Life, Recycle of Souls and More...

Costume Designer, Aisha Alhakawati, talks about her decision to go into costuming for narrative work and what she learned during the Pandemic. She also details how to get started in this industry and learning about history while abroad. 

AISHA SOCIALS:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7763647

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INTERESTING POINTS:
-How to deal with mental problems
-ADHD 
-Learning about other cultures and history
-Have trust in yourself
-Doing research and find authenticity 


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*This episode's drinks*
English Breakfast Tea

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FOLLOW FOR MORE UPCOMING CONVERSATIONS! ON STREAMING PLATFORMS - Youtube, Spotify, Apple iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, Tunein.

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About Our Roots & Tea:
A podcast that explores our minds and everything outside of us with topics such as spiritual journey and awakening, meditation, religion, psychology, philosophy, healing, life purpose and more.

Conversations happen with people offering unique real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

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Connect with us if you have questions:
ourrootstea@gmail.com
www.ourrootsandtea.com

Channels to follow:
Our Roots & Tea on YOUTUBE - (www.youtube.com/channel/UCqW2XhSEEivl-YBzSwSom0Q)
Our Roots & Tea on SPOTIFY -(open.spotify.com/show/2qCYfSYAhgB…v9QDKCVYBYa8hK8Q)
Our Roots & Tea on INSTAGRAM - (www.instagram.com/ourrootsntea)
Our Roots & Tea on TWITTER - (twitter.com/OurRootsAndTea)

.24 - Self Love, Self Respect, Trust Yourself and More...

*note - this was recorded about a year ago. Some topic matter may not be immediately relevant any more. 

History Student and Production Manager, Mitch Sabado, shares his ideas on the protests happening around the world and why people do it. Our open conversation about a topic that is quite different from this podcast's theme. 

MITCH SABADO SOCIALS:
IG - @mitch_sabado
IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11409819/

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NOTABLE INFORMATION:


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*This episode's tea*


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About Our Roots & Tea:
A podcast that explores our minds and everything outside of us with topics such as spiritual journey and awakening, meditation, religion, psychology, philosophy, healing, life purpose and more.

Conversations happen with people offering unique real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

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Connect with us if you have questions:
ourrootstea@gmail.com
www.ourrootsandtea.com

Channels to follow:
Our Roots & Tea on YOUTUBE - (www.youtube.com/channel/UCqW2XhSEEivl-YBzSwSom0Q)
Our Roots & Tea on SPOTIFY -(https://open.spotify.com/show/2qCYfSYAhgB7HndiozSc2o?si=WdqIShv9QDKCVYBYa8hK8Q)
Our Roots & Tea on INSTAGRAM - (https://www.instagram.com/ourrootsntea)
Our Roots & Tea on TWITTER - (https://twitter.com/OurRootsAndTea)

.26 - Psychology of Protests, Purpose and Meaning...

A podcast that explores our minds and shares wisdom with each other about all life related topics.

Conversations happen between two people, with real life experiences, over a cup of tea to better connect within our deep inner roots.

.18 - Be True to Yourself, A Strong Mindset, Some Astrology Talk and More...

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