Best Rainbow History Class Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 32: Kīlauea - Our active Volcano & Mythology of Pele 🌋🩶 12:12

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This week I’m on the Big Island to visit our amazing active volcano, Kilauea 🌋🩶 In this fun fact aloha Friday episode, I share about how to pronounce Kilauea, its meaning as well as some of its history and ties to the mythology of Pele, Hawaii’s volcanic goddess 🌋🩶 Tune in to learn more about our awe-inspiring volcano that is capturing hearts (and …

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Episode 31: Maryann Ramirez - Learnings from her Diabetic Health Journey & 20 Years at Disney 🏰🤍✨ 1:16:13

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Today I’m joined by a very good friend of mine, Maryann Ramirez - who shares stories and learnings from her personal health journey as a diabetic & her 20 years working at Disney (She just had her 20th anniversary!) 🐭 🏰✨ We talk about topics like happiness is a choice, putting yourself and health first, and the importance of community & finding you…

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Question Time! (Again) 49:08

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Episode 30: 🌴 Aloha Friday 🌴 Hauʻoli Lā Heleuī 🎃 Happy Halloween! 11:26

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Happy Halloween! Or as said in Hawaiian: Hauʻoli Lā Heleuī 🎃 And for all the trick-or-treaters: Kiliki o Lapu (“Trick or treat!” 🍬) In this Aloha Friday mini episode, I share how to say these Halloween phrases in Hawaiian and explore the history of Halloween and Trick-or-Treating. From ancient Celtic traditions and honoring ancestors to how trick-o…

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Episode 29: Lavender — Science of How It Calms & Fascinating History 💜🌿 21:43

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In this episode, we explore one of nature’s most calming gifts — lavender. I share how I first began using it to help me sleep 🛌, and how it’s now woven into small rituals in my everyday life — from sipping blueberry lavender tea 🍵 to surrounding myself with its peaceful, soft color that helps bring me back to center 🧘🤍 We explore the science behin…

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Episode 28: 🌴Aloha Friday 🌴 The Nēnē – Hawaii’s Gentle Guardian 🪶🌺 12:41

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In this episode, we’re celebrating the nēnē, Hawaii’s beloved state bird. 🪶🌺 We explore the meaning of its name, the history of how it came to the islands, and why it’s one of the rarest and most unique birds in the world. Once nearly extinct, the nēnē now stands as a beautiful symbol of resilience, gentleness, and harmony with the ʻāina. 🎧 Listen …

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Episode 27: Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month – My Personal Miscarriage Story 💜 1:15:18

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October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, and while I spent the official day privately honoring my little ones, I also wanted to share my story 💜 to bring more light, understanding, and compassion to this topic 🤍 This year, I experienced both a failed IVF transfer and a miscarriage (early losses of two baby boys). And I wanted to share to…

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Boomers Be Cool 1:00:36

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The rizziest episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 26: 🌴Aloha Friday 🌴 Ānuenue — Rainbows & Their Symbolism in Hawaii 🌈 13:47

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In Hawaiian, ānuenue means “rainbow” — a symbol of harmony, transformation, and connection. In this episode, I share how to pronounce the word, the symbolism and meaning it holds in Hawaiian culture, the different types of rainbows and moonbows, and why geographically they’re so common across our islands. You’ll also hear a few fun facts from Hawai…

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🎙️ Episode 25: Dan Girard — From Bullied to Business Owner 🚀 Navigating Life’s Challenges 1:15:01

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Today I’m joined by my colleague at AWS, Dan Girard — an IT professional with over 30 years of experience and a deep passion for car racing. From working at iconic companies like AOL to becoming a seasoned security specialist at AWS and running his own business that merges his love for technology and motorsports, Dan’s story is one of true transfor…

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Episode 24: 🌴Aloha Friday 🌴 The Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa – Our State Fish 🐠🌺 8:30

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In this episode, I teach how to pronounce it's famously long name, the origin name, fun facts and unique traits of the fish. From its vibrant colors to its quirky behaviors, the humu humu has captured hearts - not just for its fun-to-say name, but for its deep connection to Hawaiian culture and history 🌴💙 I also talk about it's history in becoming …

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Episode 23: Matt Ley — Money vs. Happiness & the Fulfillment ROI Framework 💰✨ 1:11:08

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Today I’m joined by Matt Ley for an enlightening conversation around fulfillment and the complex relationship between happiness and money 💰 Matt is a proud dad & husband, author of Manage Your Gaps, and co-founder of IPN Advisors, where he serves as a consultant and facilitator helping individuals and organizations through his signature framework, …

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A Brief History of Bad Science 1:27:22

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Episode 22: Joana Castro - Food Therapy Expert 👨‍🍳✨ 1:30:33

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Today I’m honored to be joined by Joana Castro, a food therapy expert — who tuned in all the way from Portugal! 🇵🇹💫 Joana is passionate about the science behind food and healing 🌱- blending modern research, ancient wisdom from Traditional Chinese Medicine, and her own lived experience. She reached out to share her story of what led her to focus on …

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Episode 21: Life of a Maui Girl - Meaning of “Opalite” 💃✨ (Life of a Show Girl 🧡) 10:54

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Episode 21: Life of a Maui Girl - Meaning of “Opalite” 💃✨ (Life of a Show Girl 🧡) Today I was inspired to make a mini episode inspired by Taylor Swift’s new album, Life of a Showgirl. I gave it a listen last night and also caught an early screening of the theatrical release today, where she gave her own commentary before each song. 🎬✨ And one song …

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Episode 20: 🌴 Aloha Friday 🌴 Words of Nature — Āina, Kai, Mauna, and Lani 10:03

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Episode 20: 🌴 Aloha Friday 🌴 Words of Nature — Āina, Kai, Mauna, and Lani In this Aloha Friday episode, we explore Hawaiian nature words that connect us to the land, ocean, mountains, and sky — and the deeper wisdom they hold. 🌿 I share four nature words — ʻāina, kai, mauna, and lani — along with related words that expand their meaning. These are a…

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Episode 19: Sommer Bennett – Sound Healer & Sound Bath Facilitator 🧘🩵 1:21:08

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Episode 19: Sommer Bennett – Sound Healer & Sound Bath Facilitator 🧘🩵 Today I’m joined by the lovely Sommer Bennett, who I met on a trip to the Grand Cayman 🏝️🐠 Sommer is an experienced sound healer who facilitates sound baths as a form of meditation and therapy. Through her work, she helps people connect with the power of sound to calm the mind, r…

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Episode 18: 🌴 Aloha Friday 🌴 Words of Kindness — Aloha, Kōkua, Kuleana, & Pono 9:51

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Welcome to my first Aloha Friday mini-episode! 🌺 Each Friday will be a fun special edition episode where I share something about the Hawaiian language or words, fun facts about the islands, and or cultural history to bring a little island spirit to your day. Today we’re exploring four beautiful Hawaiian words — aloha, kōkua, kuleana, and pono — all…

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Episode 17: Dr. Allysha Maragh-Bass – Her 150 lb Weight Loss Journey 1:25:06

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Today I’m joined by the inspiring Dr. Allysha Maragh-Bass, a wellness and leadership coach with a background as a behavioral scientist and professor. Allysha reached out to share her story of losing 150 pounds — not once, but twice — and how that transformation led her to the coaching work she does today 🌟 She opens up about finding the “right way”…

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War. What is it good for? 1:17:05

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One-eyed, one-armed, one-legged Spanish naval officers, apparently🫡 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 16: Disconnecting in a Connected World 36:03

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Episode 16: Disconnecting in a Connected World 🌍📱 In this episode, I share how to find a healthy balance with technology and social media in a world where we are very connected. 🌐 I talk about my personal journey in building a healthier relationship with these digital tools and what I’ve learned about setting boundaries, managing screen time, and s…

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Episode 15: Bobby Ansari – Spiritual Wellness Provider 1:24:48

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Today I’m excited to welcome my special guest, Bobby Ansari, who is a Spiritual Wellness professional I recently met at the Annual Wellness Summit in Austin. At the summit, she led a session on spiritual wellness that I found both fascinating and eye-opening, as it’s an area of health that often gets overlooked but can enhance every other aspect of…

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Is it spelled 'College' or 'Collage?' 1:03:58

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maybe cowledge. like knowledge. yeah, that's the one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 14: The Science of Sleep & Tips to Sleep Better 38:20

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In this episode, I dive into the fascinating science of sleep. Sleep is such a core foundation of our health and well-being, and has a big effect on our state of mind. Sleep isn’t just downtime, it’s an active process where your brain and body repair, reset, and prepare you for the day ahead. In this episode, we explore: Why we sleep - from evoluti…

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Episode 13: Jeremy Udugampola - AWS, FBI, and Microsoft Internships & Early Career Advice 53:02

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Today I’m joined by a special guest, Jeremy Udugampola :) Jeremy was a mentee of mine at Amazon Web Services (AWS), and it’s been inspiring to watch him grow and land internships at incredible places like the FBI and Microsoft. In this episode, Jeremy shares his early career journey and offers advice for students on finding opportunities, building …

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Happy New Year 51:51

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The return of the kings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 12 - What is "Wellness"? & Wellness Summit Reflection 36:20

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Happy Sunday :) In this episode, I reflect on my new learnings of wellness and how I now look at what “wellness” is At the Wellness Summit this past week, I learned how it encompasses now only the different parts of our health (physical, emotional, spiritual, social), but also how we connect with others and environments around us. For my own and ne…

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Episode 11: How Stress Affects the Body & Stress Management Techniques 40:20

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This episode was inspired by a wellness course I recently took through the Maui Community College on how stress affects the body. Learning the science behind it was fascinating, and it really deepened my understanding of why stress management tools matter and how they help. Stress is something we all experience, but many of us don’t realize how dee…

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Episode 10: Tim Griffith Jr. - Maui Arborist & Banyan Tree Caretaker 1:02:46

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Today’s guest is Maui arborist, Tim Griffith Jr. Tim and I met during the recovery efforts after the Maui fires in 2023, and I admire what he has done to help take care of our island not only in those efforts, but in his daily work as an arborist. Born and raised on Oahu, Tim is a seasoned arborist with 27 years experience in Seattle and on Maui. H…

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Episode 9: Honoring & Remembering Lahaina 1:13:59

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Tomorrow marks two years since the Maui fires on August 8th, 2023, and this weekend we will gather for paddle outs and memorials to honor and remember those we lost. In this episode, I talk about the town of Lahaina, its history and what it was like before the fires, my personal experiences with volunteering for the recovery efforts, the beautiful …

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Episode 8: Maya Klein - Pharmacist, Home Organizer, & Wellness Professional 1:18:06

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Today is a special episode because it’s my first one with a guest! Today’s guest is Maya Klein, and she is a pharmacist, home organizer, and wellness professional. She founded her own company, “Organized and Inspired”, through which she emphasizes mindfulness and mental well-being as a driver and critical component to home organization. She has had…

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Episode 7: The Benefits of Creativity & How it Helps Create a Life Unique to You 35:39

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In this episode, I talk about creativity and how applying it in our day-to-day can improve our quality of life and overall mental well-being. I share studies on and reflect what motivates us to be creative and express ourselves, even back in the simpler days of humanity, like the cavemen drawing on the walls and creating instruments. From boosting …

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Episode 6: Becoming Your Authentic Self & Living a Life True to You 31:20

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In this episode, I talk about what it means to be your authentic self, and how it looks and feels to live a life aligned with what truly matters to you. I also share how to find like-minded people and communities who share your goals and passions. For me, my authenticity shows up through Maui, my creative work (photography, podcasting, art, writing…

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Episode 5: Ice Cream Day & Giving Yourself Things to Look Forward to 13:50

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Happy Aloha Friday! This upcoming Sunday is National Ice Cream Day - and it got me thinking about fun holidays, and finding little things that matter to you to celebrate. In this episode, we explore how to give yourself something to look forward to, whether that be big or small. I talk about silly and fun days to celebrate, like Ice Cream Day, Shar…

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Episode 4: The Meaning of Aloha & Aloha as a Way of Life 29:25

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In this episode, I talk about the meaning of “Aloha” — a word and concept that is very meaningful to me. Aloha is so much more than a Hawaiian greeting - it’s a mindset and a way of life rooted in presence, compassion, humility, and love. To live with aloha is to embody peace, kindness, understanding, and generosity — to give to others, to the worl…

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Episode 3: How to Simplify and "Slim Down" Your Life 22:26

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In today’s episode, I’m building on the idea from Episode 2 about “doing less” and how you can simplify your day-to-day and as well as your big picture. The goal is not only to do less, but to ensure that what you are focusing on aligns with what matters most to you and creates a sense of purpose. I make the comparison of our bodies, how we are awa…

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Mini Episode: Love & Prayers for Texas 6:05

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This is just a mini episode to hold space for everyone in Texas affected by the flooding this past holiday weekend 💙 My heart is with you, I am giving my love, support, & prayers to all 🤍 I want to offer some words of comfort in this episode. I had a regular podcast episode scheduled for today, but it felt more important to acknowledge the families…

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28: New Party Incoming - But What Should It Stand For? 43:13

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It’s official: Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana are going to launch a new left party! But what should it stand for? How can it build a real working-class alternative to Starmer and Farage? Listen to find out! socialistalternative.infoBy Socialist Alternative

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Episode 2: Rest, recovery, & the “Do Less” mindset 17:12

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In this episode, Alyssa reflects on the importance of rest and recovery for our overall well being, state of mind, and ability to achieve our goals. She talks to a couple of moments in her life where she appreciated companies that created space for this (Google’s rest weeks in the summer), and when others shared the importance of rest (a loved one …

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Episode 1: Who I Am, What Aloha Means, & How I Can Help You Live a Happy Life 23:51

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Welcome to the debut episode of my new podcast, "With Love and Aloha" In this episode, you'll learn: - A bit about me and what inspired me to make this podcast. - The meaning of aloha and how I'll be incorporating concepts into a grounded and balanced way of living. And how I'll be mixing in different Hawaiian terms and beliefs into future episodes…

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Trailer / Opener to the With Love & Aloha Podcast 0:52

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Trailer / Opener - Welcome to the With Love & Aloha Podcast, a life coaching podcast hosted by Alyssa Lee. Here you'll find inspiration, personal stories, and different perspectives to help you live a balanced, happy, and fulfilling life. Hope you enjoy the podcast series :) Happy Listening! If interested in personalized 1-on-1 coaching sessions, m…

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Summer Weather Update 0:55

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Please take a minute to tell us how we can improve for next season! https://forms.gle/4vcnJgc6nZtV9UDM6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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If Wishes Were Rainbows... 54:53

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then Tuesdays would be outlawed in at least four dimensions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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They're worse at their jobs than Batman 54:21

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The Earth is flat. They lied to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's Death-Spiral O'Clock Somewhere 53:53

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The sun is hot and that old clock is movin' slow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Questions Questions 28:59

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The U.S. Military's Transgender Purge 17:32

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On 25 January 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order that launched a new military Purge of America's Transgender servicemen and servicewomen. Trump's Order is based on outdated, bigoted and transphobic tropes that do not hold up to scientific, nor legal scrutiny. In this episode I introduce you to United States Space Force Colo…