The Wild And Free Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Yes, we got a building for our cafe (finally) but how did that happen? All the juicy details are in this episode and I promise you, it's WILD. So have a listen! wildgingercoffee@gmail.com www.wildgingercoffee.com

After experiencing, both personally and professionally, the struggles of addiction and its effects on loved ones, Michael was inspired to provide a specialized care for people who are struggling with their own, or a loved one’s, sexual addiction.  In this episode we talk about everything related to sexual addiction - how it effects us, our communities, our relationships and how it relates to exploitation.  But even more importantly, how do we heal and why is it so important that we heal?  This Episode has Chapters so you can skip to the parts you really want to listen to; (00:00); (14:42); (25:14); (43:40); (59:43); (1:12:13) (00:00) - Who Is Michael And How Are Sexual Addiction And Exploitation Connected? (14:42) - The Psychology Of Addiction (25:14) - How Do We Get Out? (43:40) - The Twin Sister As Shame, Therapists As Catch-Up Parents, and How to Guide Our Kids Into Emotional Maturity (59:43) - We Can't Apply A Systemic Change To A Relational Issue (1:12:13) - Is There Hope? RESOURCES: About us - The Whitestone Clinic Ottawa@thewhitestoneclinic www.iitap.com  www.wildgingercoffee.com wildgingercoffee@gmail.com @wildgingercoffee @wildandfreecafe

This episode is a BIG DEAL but needs little introduction, you just have to listen for yourself.  Basically, not only do you get to meet the inaugural winner of The Golden Bean Award - THE Donovan Gerber -  but you also get the inside scoop on the opening of The Wild and Free Cafe (I KNOW!!!) and how you can help.  You do NOT want to miss this!

GIVE TOWARDS THE CAFE: 

https://donorbox.org/cafe-kickstarter 

WATCH OUR KICKSTARTER VIDEO:

www.wildgingercoffee.com

@wildgingercoffee 

Trisha Baptie is a mamma, survivor, friend, advocate and so much more.  She sits on several anti-trafficking boards and committees and was given journalistic credentials to cover the Robert Picton Trial from the perspective of a former prostitute, even with just a grade 6 education.  We both shed tears in this one and I bet you will, too!

*TRIGGER WARNING*
As always, our stories often contain mature and even mildly graphic content.  Please listen with a parent or mentor that you trust so that all of our conversations can be helpful and not hurtful. 

RESOURCES: 

Follow Trisha and her work @trishabaptie @abolition_eve 

If you are currently being exploited, you want out or just just need help, here are some people and places to reach out to in Canada:
Human Trafficking Hotline, Canada, 24/7: 1-833-900-1010
Waterloo/Wellington Human Trafficking Department: intel.ht@wrps.on.ca  

CONTACT WILD GINGER COFFEE/THE WILD AND FREE PODCAST: 

www.wildgingercoffee.com wildgingercoffee@gmail.com  @wildgingercoffee

The first episode in our Summer Stories Series is here!  Katarina and Deidre are a mother daughter duo and today on the podcast they share their story together walking through Katarina's 15 years being sexually exploited and abused in various ways, how she got out and Deidre's experience as a daughter being right there through it all!  You'll find out the amazing ways they are reaching out to women now and get a good dose of hope for broken relationships, too!  Yes, you'll need a couple hours for this one - but I promise, it's worth it!

RESOURCES: 

Human Trafficking Hotline, Canada, 24/7 - 1 833 900 1010
Waterloo/Wellington Human trafficking department - intel.ht@wrps.on.ca

CONTACT Katarina or Deidre directly: 

contact Katarina by email at info@risingangels.net

Rising Angels Website:  www.risingangels.net 

Facebook: @risingangelscanada

IG Tag: @risingangelsrestorative

YouTube: Rising Angels Awareness & Restorative Care

If you want to see some of the things Deidre & Brody are up to check out their website: brodyanddeidrehaight.com

If you want to follow more of Deidre’s creative journey check out her IG @courageouslycreativelife

CONTACT US:

www.wildgingercoffee.com

@wildgingercoffee

wildgingercoffee@gmail.com

In today's episode, we chat with my new friend Julie, an army BRAT who has lived all over the world and gained much experience in the areas of social enterprise and working with and for the vulnerable and those on the margins.  In fact, she owns and operates two social enterprises currently in Vietnam and this conversation is rich in wisdom learned from lived experience including mistakes and victories.   She’s passionate about the power of business to transform the lives of people on the margins through skills development and dignified work.  And, much like myself, she is solar powered and would love a tiny home by the beach (who wouldn't).  Enjoy!

RESOURCES:

Email: Julie@simplegroupco.com

www.simplecoffeeco.com

www.imagowork.com

www.wildgingercoffee.com
@wildgingercoffee

This conversation is about as long-winded and hilarious as our friendship.  Anna Dickerson and I go way back and not only is this coffee company her fault, but she has taught me everything I know about coffee and she continues to volunteer her excellent services at our pop up events and now in this conversations, bringing you tips and tricks to get your best cup of coffee AT HOME!  Yeah, you're welcome.  Besides being our resident Barista, Anna grew up on a dairy farm and now lives in Kitchener with her husband, Guy, and baby Leo who joined the family in June of 2021 - He's honestly the cutest!  In the summer, Anna and Guy are usually outside -- canoeing, camping and swimming, and so naturally Leo had done all three of these before he was one month old!  Her other hobbies include snowboarding, running, exploring new places and making (and drinking) specialty coffee.  She is excited to return to her day job as a tour developer after her maternity leave and we certainly hope she'll still have time to make you amazing drinks when that happens!  The episode is full of laughter and helpful coffee tips so clear your schedule - you need to hear this conversation with my dear friend, Anna. 

RESOURCES:

To ask Anna (or us) a question - email wildgingercoffee@gmail.com
To order Wild Ginger Coffee - visit www.wildgingercoffee.com

For a PDF of all these tips and tricks visit www.wildgingercoffee.com and click on COFFEE!

I had literally never met Monique until the night we recorded this episode and I can tell you we hit it off - and I think you will, too!  Monique first became aware of human trafficking in Bangkok, Thailand in 2013.  Since then her passion for helping girls and women impacted by this atrocity has continued to grow.  She recently graduated with an Honors Banchelor of Design for which her thesis focused on developing a successful anti-trafficking awareness campaign targeting Gen-Z.  She is currently the Program Director at Elora House and in her free time, like to explore new places with her husband, go on hikes with her Sheepadoodle Molly, and she is a tea turned coffee drinker - so you know we're for real friends!  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES:  You can contact Monique or sign up for her email list at www.elorahouse.com  Night Light International if the organization Monique was working with while in Thailand.  You can check them out here:  Home - NightLight International  As always, if you want to make a difference in the lives of women trapped in and exiting the sex industry, follow us @wildgingercoffee on Instagram and head on over to www.wildgingercoffee.com and order some of our transparent trade coffee and wildly fair merch.  A large portion of our profits go directly to organizations helping survivors and we could not be more grateful for your purchases and your commitment to this family.  

MC does change from the inside out.  She doesn't own a massive organization or really broadcast her fight against human trafficking -- she simply lives it.  You're going to love her because she takes this ordinary conversation and her "ordinary" life in Kitchener with her husband as of 2020 and challenges us all to make the choices that perhaps most people will never notice but it makes an incredible impact on our enslaved sisters and brothers around the world.  MC is an old friend -- honestly, I kinda owe where I'm at in large part to her convincing me to go to Africa for the first time all those years ago.  She is the one-est of ones on the enneagram and feels really good when her day can start with yoga. MC is always deconstructing something - religion, society, life, a conversation - and honestly, I think that's one of the things that makes her a powerhouse for change.  I know you're going to be inspired by this short but sweet conversation with my dear friend.  RESOURCES The We Charity - formerly known as "Free The Children" WE.org - We Charity l We're in this together CONNECT WITH US @wildgingercoffee www.wildgingercoffee.com wildgingercoffee@gmail.com

This episode could not be more timely for Human Trafficking Awareness Month and it brings the issue right close to home in this conversation with Jason - the head of the Human Trafficking Department for Waterloo Region Police.  We had a few technical issues with this one, but there is so much to learn here including how prevalent it is in our own backyards, how to spot the signs and what to do if you see something or find yourself in a situation that is questionable or down right not ok -- we HAD to use it, just bear with us.  Jay has a ton of experience across many departments in the police force which he has worked for since 2001.  In his downtime, he enjoys anything outdoors and travelling whenever possible.  

RESOURCES:

If you see something:

- email the Human trafficking department general email: intel.ht@wrps.on.ca
Save it to your contacts so you have easy access if you have something to report.
- You can also always call crime stoppers 

What to say when you report something: 

-  communicate what you hear and see in as much detail as you are able
- the location
- it can be anonymous, but if you are willing, leaving a call back number is always helpful should they have questions for you.