<![CDATA[The Butterfly Forecast]]>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:58:38 +0000Captivate.fmMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns Walkerhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/589a2188-164d-462d-8f87-a7b2cd633cfc/3JP-kRzGQp7Eiyou9UqVFt1U.pngThe Butterfly ForecastMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerWhere life is explored through the insights of the butterfly effect, and how the smallest changes made by an individual can change the outcome for the collective. Hosted by designer Melody Ehsani and medical intuitive Julie Burns Walker.https://the-butterfly-forecast.captivate.fmnoepisodicDavid Smith: Threads of ConsciousnessDavid Smith: Threads of ConsciousnessToday, we sit for a special episode with our friend and legendary talent manager, David Smith. We walk through his winding path, from modeling to acting to management, and how he uses these threads to guide artists today.

]]>Today, we sit for a special episode with our friend and legendary talent manager, David Smith. We walk through his winding path, from modeling to acting to management, and how he uses these threads to guide artists today.

]]>88177a20-1952-4c14-bfbe-1e370a1b1e36Tue, 01 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -080053:42nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerBe the Change You Want to See... In LoveBe the Change You Want to See... In LoveToday, Melody and Julie return for a one on one conversation on love and how its many expressions can change our lives.

]]>Today, Melody and Julie return for a one on one conversation on love and how its many expressions can change our lives.

]]>e24c222c-17f9-47c3-bd1d-a27f6d0a61edTue, 25 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -080044:14nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerA Special Re-Release: Jon GrayA Special Re-Release: Jon GrayToday, we wanted to revisit one of our favorite talks with our good friend Jon Gray. Jon is a co-founder of the Bronx based collective Ghetto Gastro. If you've ever seen or experienced one of their food presentations—it's like art. We hope you enjoy our talk!

]]>Today, we wanted to revisit one of our favorite talks with our good friend Jon Gray. Jon is a co-founder of the Bronx based collective Ghetto Gastro. If you've ever seen or experienced one of their food presentations—it's like art. We hope you enjoy our talk!

]]>d8b60a9e-ef3f-44a8-9c56-8ea023e36cf1Tue, 18 Oct 2022 07:45:00 -080037:25nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerJeff Staple: Chaos and OrderJeff Staple: Chaos and OrderToday we sit for a special talk with Jeff Staple, diving into near-death experiences, how they change our perspectives on life, and reflections from these pivotal moments.

]]>Today we sit for a special talk with Jeff Staple, diving into near-death experiences, how they change our perspectives on life, and reflections from these pivotal moments.

]]>ad098e7e-256b-4e6d-89e8-4bb44faabbaaTue, 11 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -080052:18nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerOn the Shoulders of Giants (with Melody and Julie)On the Shoulders of Giants (with Melody and Julie)This week, we share a special talk honoring the great people and forces that form the foundation of our knowledge, spirituality, and energy today.

]]>This week, we share a special talk honoring the great people and forces that form the foundation of our knowledge, spirituality, and energy today.

]]>365fcace-9395-41cc-a35a-653a02590660Tue, 04 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -080054:53nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerWhat Do We Want Life To Look Like From Here?What Do We Want Life To Look Like From Here?Today, Melody and Julie sit one on one to examine the local, national, and international news affecting us today.

]]>Today, Melody and Julie sit one on one to examine the local, national, and international news affecting us today.

]]>d41e3f71-a9fd-4312-8307-976ed6ed14dfTue, 27 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -080041:28nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerAllyson Felix: Winning From The InsideAllyson Felix: Winning From The InsideOur guest today is extraordinary athlete and founder of Saysh, Allyson Felix. We discuss her early memories playing sports, growing through failure, and the powerful journey of motherhood.

]]>Our guest today is extraordinary athlete and founder of Saysh, Allyson Felix. We discuss her early memories playing sports, growing through failure, and the powerful journey of motherhood.

]]>77e73301-ba91-4d24-83be-1d402a37684cTue, 20 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -080041:53nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerMovement and Stillness (with Melody and Julie)Movement and Stillness (with Melody and Julie)Today, Melody and Julie sit one on one for an essential conversation about movement and stillness—in our lives, work, and the world.

]]>Today, Melody and Julie sit one on one for an essential conversation about movement and stillness—in our lives, work, and the world.

]]>2bc8d810-d514-40e0-8002-8aac0a23e8ecTue, 13 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -080053:05nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerThe Art in Society's Patterns with Paula HendersonThe Art in Society's Patterns with Paula HendersonToday, we’re joined by friend and excellent visual artist Paula Henderson. We reflect on art-making, the power of our bodies, and how we move through the world.

]]>Today, we’re joined by friend and excellent visual artist Paula Henderson. We reflect on art-making, the power of our bodies, and how we move through the world.

]]>849b7dcc-d713-49e5-bc86-9e9b0e9bccefTue, 06 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -080047:43nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerTransitions with Jerrika HintonTransitions with Jerrika HintonToday, the wonderful Jerrika Hinton joins us on the podcast! We talk about the value of acceptance, flow, and transitions.

]]>Today, the wonderful Jerrika Hinton joins us on the podcast! We talk about the value of acceptance, flow, and transitions.

]]>1b82e018-f172-41d6-a4c1-d67a5062df14Tue, 30 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -080050:53nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerThe Multifaceted Keri HilsonThe Multifaceted Keri HilsonWe’re back! With brilliant singer-songwriter and actor, Keri Hilson. We discuss the story of how we met, Keri's early years writing, and her many incarnations today—in performance and the personal.

]]>We’re back! With brilliant singer-songwriter and actor, Keri Hilson. We discuss the story of how we met, Keri's early years writing, and her many incarnations today—in performance and the personal.

]]>09fa4d6b-1277-4964-bd30-827e49a0f58bTue, 23 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -080046:44nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerA Special with Anthony Kiedis: Listening and Trusting YourselfA Special with Anthony Kiedis: Listening and Trusting YourselfHow does one trust their intuition and follow their instincts while navigating all the complexities of life? Today, we revisit one of our favorite talks with Anthony Kiedis, about how he stays in himself and true to his design—even when it’s hard.

]]>How does one trust their intuition and follow their instincts while navigating all the complexities of life? Today, we revisit one of our favorite talks with Anthony Kiedis, about how he stays in himself and true to his design—even when it’s hard.

]]>2e1a9823-834c-4287-8a19-2c4600f41ed5Tue, 16 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -080044:11nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerMarcia Pinna: Jill of All TradesMarcia Pinna: Jill of All TradesWelcome to today's special episode, featuring Marcia Pinna! Marcia's talents span many arenas, including stage set, color, and design for the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

As you'll hear, she brings her architectural, technological, and artistic multi-medium background and knowledge to a variety of roles and capacities, making her, truly, a Jill of all trades.

]]>Welcome to today's special episode, featuring Marcia Pinna! Marcia's talents span many arenas, including stage set, color, and design for the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

As you'll hear, she brings her architectural, technological, and artistic multi-medium background and knowledge to a variety of roles and capacities, making her, truly, a Jill of all trades.

]]>9dabd835-2231-4f1d-927a-30f2287bb2deTue, 21 Jun 2022 05:30:00 -080047:00nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerA Special Re-Release: Afshin ShahidiA Special Re-Release: Afshin ShahidiThis week, we're revisiting our episode from last season with Afshin Shahidi. Afshin has been a storyteller since birth and served as Prince’s personal photographer for twenty years. So, to commemorate Prince’s birthday last week, we wanted to replay this special talk about Afshin’s work behind the lens.

We'll be back next week with a new episode. Enjoy!

]]>This week, we're revisiting our episode from last season with Afshin Shahidi. Afshin has been a storyteller since birth and served as Prince’s personal photographer for twenty years. So, to commemorate Prince’s birthday last week, we wanted to replay this special talk about Afshin’s work behind the lens.

We'll be back next week with a new episode. Enjoy!

]]>7b8a12b7-5995-4a87-8851-eed22c79b86bTue, 14 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -080047:00nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerLife and How it Works (with Melody and Julie)Life and How it Works (with Melody and Julie)Today— we discuss our shifts in life, the importance of diverse relationships, and how news travels and affects us.

]]>Today— we discuss our shifts in life, the importance of diverse relationships, and how news travels and affects us.

]]>1cf1cea2-1b65-4c15-bb88-56a684d21174Tue, 07 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -080028:37nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerWhy is Death Our Only Incentive for Peace?Why is Death Our Only Incentive for Peace?In today's talk, Melody and Julie address the recent tragedies due to gun violence, how we make sense of this moment, and the way it can guide us toward peace.

]]>In today's talk, Melody and Julie address the recent tragedies due to gun violence, how we make sense of this moment, and the way it can guide us toward peace.

]]>72a5d19c-7eac-41be-a842-893e0f6edb5eTue, 31 May 2022 03:00:00 -080034:58nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerChanell Boyd: The Art of Creating the Universe on a NailChanell Boyd: The Art of Creating the Universe on a NailToday! Join us for a special conversation with nail artist and designer, Chanell Boyd.

]]>Today! Join us for a special conversation with nail artist and designer, Chanell Boyd.

]]>3e8a12f2-b582-40c9-b2db-abb41d31abc7Tue, 24 May 2022 08:45:00 -080041:45nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerLife, or Something Like it (With Melody and Julie)Life, or Something Like it (With Melody and Julie)What is life for, but uncovering reality? Join us today for a special talk unpacking fate, purpose, and excellence.

]]>What is life for, but uncovering reality? Join us today for a special talk unpacking fate, purpose, and excellence.

]]>74c0538d-293f-43ff-8547-334b341df9e3Tue, 17 May 2022 04:30:00 -080036:10nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerStability and the Absolute Necessity for ChangeStability and the Absolute Necessity for ChangeOn today’s episode, we look at what blocks us from attaining and claiming a consciousness and movement towards world peace. Could it be a fear of losing what we think we have?

]]>On today’s episode, we look at what blocks us from attaining and claiming a consciousness and movement towards world peace. Could it be a fear of losing what we think we have?

]]>1ff2341b-dcee-47e0-a193-8455af69367bTue, 10 May 2022 03:00:00 -080037:49nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerThe Hidden Strength of Yaani King MondscheinThe Hidden Strength of Yaani King MondscheinYaani King Mondschein is a well established actor and a hidden gem in the industry! What a pleasure to have a conversation that reveals the incredible strengths that are her real talent; the constant in her ever-evolving career.

]]>Yaani King Mondschein is a well established actor and a hidden gem in the industry! What a pleasure to have a conversation that reveals the incredible strengths that are her real talent; the constant in her ever-evolving career.

]]>aa0e7c77-b05e-45e0-b545-50a4e27894c4Tue, 03 May 2022 09:30:00 -080054:12nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerMistaking Indecision for the DivineMistaking Indecision for the DivineToday, Melody and Julie sit together for a special episode. They unpack how we often leave our decisions up to the divine, believing it will make the right choice for us, and what may be in store when we choose our own path.

]]>Today, Melody and Julie sit together for a special episode. They unpack how we often leave our decisions up to the divine, believing it will make the right choice for us, and what may be in store when we choose our own path.

]]>695b5382-4c0b-4ef3-9a99-b7be74ec9004Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:15:00 -080038:11nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerJon Gray: The Future of Food and ArtJon Gray: The Future of Food and ArtOn this episode, we are joined by our good friend Jon Gray. Jon is a co-founder of the Bronx based collective Ghetto Gastro. If you've ever seen or experienced one of their food presentations, it's literally like art.

After his tumultuous upbringing, Jon found a calling in fashion and combined food with art and design. His collective of Ghetto Gastro with his partners have created many tables big enough for everyone to sit at, encouraging and cultivating conversations about inclusion, race, and economic empowerment — traveling the world, taking the Bronx to the world, and introducing the world to the Bronx.

In this episode Jon talks a little bit about his why. We hope you enjoy it.

]]>On this episode, we are joined by our good friend Jon Gray. Jon is a co-founder of the Bronx based collective Ghetto Gastro. If you've ever seen or experienced one of their food presentations, it's literally like art.

After his tumultuous upbringing, Jon found a calling in fashion and combined food with art and design. His collective of Ghetto Gastro with his partners have created many tables big enough for everyone to sit at, encouraging and cultivating conversations about inclusion, race, and economic empowerment — traveling the world, taking the Bronx to the world, and introducing the world to the Bronx.

In this episode Jon talks a little bit about his why. We hope you enjoy it.

]]>3a5352dd-9d55-430e-b9de-aead331d50faTue, 19 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -080037:23nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerPeople Over Profit (with Keri Shahidi)People Over Profit (with Keri Shahidi)In this episode, our guest Keri Shahidi is in conversation with us about her family upbringing and how it shaped her foundation for paying it forward in life. We were really inspired by Keri's refined business acumen that centers people over profit. Whether it's in her role as a film/tv producer or as a mom — it makes no difference, she is continually finding creative ways to create a bigger table and make every project meaningful.

]]>In this episode, our guest Keri Shahidi is in conversation with us about her family upbringing and how it shaped her foundation for paying it forward in life. We were really inspired by Keri's refined business acumen that centers people over profit. Whether it's in her role as a film/tv producer or as a mom — it makes no difference, she is continually finding creative ways to create a bigger table and make every project meaningful.

]]>1eb3006a-d446-46f7-8846-01f8f30cf3b4Tue, 12 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -080058:13nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerCreating from the Inside Out (with Angelo Baque)Creating from the Inside Out (with Angelo Baque)On today's episode, we are joined by Angelo Baque. Angelo is the creative director of the clothing brand Awake NY and founder of Baque Creative, a boutique creative agency.

We talk about how our beliefs shape our reality, finding inner peace, and the journey of finding tools and resources to help us move forward in this journey called life.

]]>On today's episode, we are joined by Angelo Baque. Angelo is the creative director of the clothing brand Awake NY and founder of Baque Creative, a boutique creative agency.

We talk about how our beliefs shape our reality, finding inner peace, and the journey of finding tools and resources to help us move forward in this journey called life.

]]>2b102566-2cef-4865-96b8-56f35b11af46Tue, 05 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -080046:09nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerWhen Beliefs Are PhysicalWhen Beliefs Are PhysicalIn this episode, Melody and Julie discuss how cultural or mental beliefs manifest in the body — and what they can mean. Julie shares health trends she's tracked for decades working with populations all over the world, and Melody explores trends she's noticed in US culture and how she translates them to design.

Together, they highlight how keeping track of trends can bring you on a quest of self-actualization, which leads to world and inner peace.

]]>In this episode, Melody and Julie discuss how cultural or mental beliefs manifest in the body — and what they can mean. Julie shares health trends she's tracked for decades working with populations all over the world, and Melody explores trends she's noticed in US culture and how she translates them to design.

Together, they highlight how keeping track of trends can bring you on a quest of self-actualization, which leads to world and inner peace.

]]>845dad59-7f7b-473e-a856-09932e70e077Tue, 29 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -080044:51nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerThe Art of Jammie HolmesThe Art of Jammie HolmesToday, self-taught painter Jammie Holmes in conversation about how his life experiences informed his work and how contrast led him to creating the kind of life that would create a long lasting legacy for himself and his family. 

]]>Today, self-taught painter Jammie Holmes in conversation about how his life experiences informed his work and how contrast led him to creating the kind of life that would create a long lasting legacy for himself and his family. 

]]>6f5692e6-8405-47b5-bc88-81cc02e41db4Tue, 22 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -080051:58nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerIs Your Work, Work? (With Sam Fragoso)Is Your Work, Work? (With Sam Fragoso)Sam Fragoso, host of Talk Easy, returns to the show today! We talk about the importance of everyday connection, what it means to excavate lives on a microphone, and how the quest for world peace begins simply—with awareness.

To hear Sam's program, visit talkeasypod.com.

]]>Sam Fragoso, host of Talk Easy, returns to the show today! We talk about the importance of everyday connection, what it means to excavate lives on a microphone, and how the quest for world peace begins simply—with awareness.

To hear Sam's program, visit talkeasypod.com.

]]>55521463-b096-4fa2-9a4b-c31ccf75ba88Tue, 15 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -080050:38nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerSeason 2 Premiere: The Quest for World PeaceSeason 2 Premiere: The Quest for World PeaceThe Butterfly Forecast is back! We discuss the pursuit of world peace, as the individual and collective, lessons on mindfulness from Thich Nhat Hanh, and the difficult questions that guide us to change.

]]>The Butterfly Forecast is back! We discuss the pursuit of world peace, as the individual and collective, lessons on mindfulness from Thich Nhat Hanh, and the difficult questions that guide us to change.

]]>db210aad-22a8-4415-995a-9078f08c7f6eTue, 08 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -080040:55nofull2Melody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerThe Butterfly Forecast: Reflections from Season 1The Butterfly Forecast: Reflections from Season 1The Butterfly Forecast returns next week! Today, we're reflecting on Season 1 with excerpts from three of our favorite conversations. Tune in Tuesday, March 8th for the S2 premiere.

Brendon Babenzien — 0:45–15:35

Lauren London and Jada Pinkett Smith — 15:43–32:20

Tricia Hersey — 32:30–48:54

]]>The Butterfly Forecast returns next week! Today, we're reflecting on Season 1 with excerpts from three of our favorite conversations. Tune in Tuesday, March 8th for the S2 premiere.

Brendon Babenzien — 0:45–15:35

Lauren London and Jada Pinkett Smith — 15:43–32:20

Tricia Hersey — 32:30–48:54

]]>8a0f24f8-432d-4041-8fcf-355dde1afa69Tue, 01 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -080049:29nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerStorytelling: Through the Lens of Afshin ShahidiStorytelling: Through the Lens of Afshin ShahidiIt seems as though Afshin Shahidi has been a storyteller since birth. We follow his journey of how he has used film and photography to share those stories with us through his lens.

With his work ranging from serving as personal photographer to Prince for 20 years to spending 7 years creating a documentary for Olympian Tommy Smith, we look forward to the next part of his expression of telling his own stories.

]]>It seems as though Afshin Shahidi has been a storyteller since birth. We follow his journey of how he has used film and photography to share those stories with us through his lens.

With his work ranging from serving as personal photographer to Prince for 20 years to spending 7 years creating a documentary for Olympian Tommy Smith, we look forward to the next part of his expression of telling his own stories.

]]>3e29ab00-48ec-486f-a38e-8a325b074f40Tue, 07 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -080046:42nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerTravis Van Winkle: Building and Investing In YourselfTravis Van Winkle: Building and Investing In YourselfWhat a dreamy time we had with our incredibly talented friend Travis Van Winkle—actor, activist, builder—where we talked about developing ourselves, as we invest in others.

]]>What a dreamy time we had with our incredibly talented friend Travis Van Winkle—actor, activist, builder—where we talked about developing ourselves, as we invest in others.

]]>e4982c3a-f643-46e3-bfbe-7fc9735ca5c2Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -080053:44nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerClaudia Peña: Putting Pieces TogetherClaudia Peña: Putting Pieces TogetherIn an era where so many people identify as multi-hyphenates, Claudia is an inspiring model of how she's stitched together all the seemingly contrasting aspects of herself in life and work into one beautiful patchwork quilt.

]]>In an era where so many people identify as multi-hyphenates, Claudia is an inspiring model of how she's stitched together all the seemingly contrasting aspects of herself in life and work into one beautiful patchwork quilt.

]]>82f812e5-b660-4231-9065-df01aef8505fTue, 23 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -080054:13nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerFriendship: What You Didn’t Know You Needed (with Lauren London and Jada Pinkett Smith)Friendship: What You Didn’t Know You Needed (with Lauren London and Jada Pinkett Smith)Today, Lauren London and Jada Pinkett Smith join us to talk about the unusual powers of one true friend.

]]>Today, Lauren London and Jada Pinkett Smith join us to talk about the unusual powers of one true friend.

]]>b3baa8f7-a41e-4f2a-8c6f-60b814e45bb9Tue, 16 Nov 2021 05:45:00 -080046:15nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerThe Fruits of Death (with Melody and Julie)The Fruits of Death (with Melody and Julie)Smooshie and I return to the never ending reality of death, but this time from the unexpected gifts it brings.

]]>Smooshie and I return to the never ending reality of death, but this time from the unexpected gifts it brings.

]]>f996c411-8957-4d48-822a-e0bf15572c3dTue, 09 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -080040:30nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerAnthony Kiedis: Listening and Trusting YourselfAnthony Kiedis: Listening and Trusting YourselfHow does one trust their intuition and follow their instincts while navigating all the complexities of life? We talk to Anthony about how he stays in himself and true to his design, even when it’s hard.

]]>How does one trust their intuition and follow their instincts while navigating all the complexities of life? We talk to Anthony about how he stays in himself and true to his design, even when it’s hard.

]]>5bb6b431-3aa2-479c-800b-964fe550e087Tue, 02 Nov 2021 07:15:00 -080043:27nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerLife vs. Living in Survival (with Melody and Julie)Life vs. Living in Survival (with Melody and Julie)Today: Join the Smooshies for an exploration into the differences between living life, and living survival.

]]>Today: Join the Smooshies for an exploration into the differences between living life, and living survival.

]]>e6baaf63-7f92-4c6b-b89d-f2a3102d417fTue, 26 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -080045:55nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerRuth Forman: The Power of The PoetRuth Forman: The Power of The PoetToday, we're joined today by our dear friend and extraordinary poet Ruth Forman—where we discuss the recalibrating, transformative power of words.

]]>Today, we're joined today by our dear friend and extraordinary poet Ruth Forman—where we discuss the recalibrating, transformative power of words.

]]>93924716-96dd-4867-8c14-eaef872d1a11Tue, 19 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -080053:23nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerMentors (with Melody and Julie)Mentors (with Melody and Julie)Today, Melody and Julie unpack the role of mentors in our lives.

]]>Today, Melody and Julie unpack the role of mentors in our lives.

]]>e2197fb9-d4ef-44a8-a684-c473734b2e19Tue, 12 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -080047:15nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerJocy and Trae Little Sky: Bridges to Two WorldsJocy and Trae Little Sky: Bridges to Two WorldsJocy and Trae share their Native American roots and culture—reclaiming what was tried to be erased by colonization and living the fruits of the true legacy they inherited.

]]>Jocy and Trae share their Native American roots and culture—reclaiming what was tried to be erased by colonization and living the fruits of the true legacy they inherited.

]]>7eb603b7-1ccc-4969-82d6-8758d20c9ae0Tue, 05 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -080043:21nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerLiving the Lore You InheritedLiving the Lore You InheritedWhat hidden mythologies are you living with? Join us and find out.

]]>What hidden mythologies are you living with? Join us and find out.

]]>be756d66-9ce1-4728-b0b7-a551ab77000dTue, 28 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -080053:16nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerPersonal and Collective FreedomPersonal and Collective FreedomJoin Melody and Julie in this episode where they explore the roots of freedom, and how to establish it within individuals - as well as for us as a species.

]]>Join Melody and Julie in this episode where they explore the roots of freedom, and how to establish it within individuals - as well as for us as a species.

]]>0c011ee8-bb2f-450f-86a5-f50f333f5458Tue, 21 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -080032:15nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerBisa Butler: Quilting Soul Stories to LifeBisa Butler: Quilting Soul Stories to LifeOn the Butterfly Forecast today, we are joined with the beautiful, extraordinarily gifted artist, quilter, and educator Bisa Butler.

]]>On the Butterfly Forecast today, we are joined with the beautiful, extraordinarily gifted artist, quilter, and educator Bisa Butler.

]]>ddbb88b9-0d2b-4c52-98dc-56f873ff9fbdTue, 14 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -080053:43nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEvolve or Devolve (with Melody and Julie)Evolve or Devolve (with Melody and Julie)Today, the Smooshies crack the door open (just a little bit) to explore how we approach our own evolution—and its opposite.

]]>Today, the Smooshies crack the door open (just a little bit) to explore how we approach our own evolution—and its opposite.

]]>cbcf7936-91a3-4e53-99f2-f0c11597cb65Tue, 07 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -080041:43nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerMirrors of the Source (with Melody and Julie)Mirrors of the Source (with Melody and Julie)Today, the Smooshies take a look at the possibility of humans being designed as mirrors for the infinite.

]]>Today, the Smooshies take a look at the possibility of humans being designed as mirrors for the infinite.

]]>f7f38d65-c8a2-469f-8a75-1c8b519e4f58Tue, 31 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -080043:05nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerJackie Bird: Cycles, The Creative Process & Staying Connected to The Great SpiritJackie Bird: Cycles, The Creative Process & Staying Connected to The Great SpiritWhat an incredible conversation we had, when Melody traveled to North Dakota and joined hoop dancer, healer, singer, and artist Jackie Bird at the Earth Lodge. Together, we discuss the importance of staying connected to the great spirit, ancestors, and our gifts.

]]>What an incredible conversation we had, when Melody traveled to North Dakota and joined hoop dancer, healer, singer, and artist Jackie Bird at the Earth Lodge. Together, we discuss the importance of staying connected to the great spirit, ancestors, and our gifts.

]]>5e9b0a92-404a-4195-96dc-6f98ce5cddeaTue, 24 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -080039:41nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerAndy Grammer: The Pursuit of Love and Inspiration (Part 2)Andy Grammer: The Pursuit of Love and Inspiration (Part 2)This week, singer and songwriter Andy Grammer returns! We discuss his songwriting process, creating in the pandemic, and the work it takes to find oneself.

]]>This week, singer and songwriter Andy Grammer returns! We discuss his songwriting process, creating in the pandemic, and the work it takes to find oneself.

]]>26064e50-5289-417f-90be-859b4c07d700Tue, 17 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -080056:55nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerAndy Grammer: The Pursuit of Love and Inspiration (Part 1)Andy Grammer: The Pursuit of Love and Inspiration (Part 1)Today, Melody and Julie sit with singer, songwriter, and long-time friend Andy Grammer. He unpacks early influences in film and sports, the evolution of his performing career, and how money and spirituality affect his creative process.

]]>Today, Melody and Julie sit with singer, songwriter, and long-time friend Andy Grammer. He unpacks early influences in film and sports, the evolution of his performing career, and how money and spirituality affect his creative process.

]]>9bb67e5e-cada-4c3f-b430-b4cb347f2189Tue, 10 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -080032:40nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerIn Conversation With Tricia Hersey: The Nap BishopIn Conversation With Tricia Hersey: The Nap BishopToday we're joined by poet, activist, and founder of The Nap Ministry, Tricia Hersey. We discuss sleep deprivation as a racial and social justice issue, rest as a form of resistance to white supremacy and capitalism, and napping as the portal to our greater reality.

]]>Today we're joined by poet, activist, and founder of The Nap Ministry, Tricia Hersey. We discuss sleep deprivation as a racial and social justice issue, rest as a form of resistance to white supremacy and capitalism, and napping as the portal to our greater reality.

]]>5e1e7680-ea91-4386-ba0c-3936a30764e3Tue, 03 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -080001:18:52nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerOn Truthfulness with Melody and JulieOn Truthfulness with Melody and JulieCentered around the subject of truthfulness, Melody and Julie discuss what we can learn from a 2nd grade classroom, an inspiring passage from Nelson Mandela, and how we must hold onto honesty in the face of projections and deception.

]]>Centered around the subject of truthfulness, Melody and Julie discuss what we can learn from a 2nd grade classroom, an inspiring passage from Nelson Mandela, and how we must hold onto honesty in the face of projections and deception.

]]>7b89fa26-b4c9-4a50-972f-f34f32c40a83Tue, 27 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -080048:04nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerBehind Drive and Joy with Justin BaldoniBehind Drive and Joy with Justin BaldoniWe're joined by long-time friend Justin Baldoni—actor, writer, director, producer, and author of the book Man Enough—to try to unpack just a little bit of what's behind his incredible energy.

]]>We're joined by long-time friend Justin Baldoni—actor, writer, director, producer, and author of the book Man Enough—to try to unpack just a little bit of what's behind his incredible energy.

]]>171c0746-25a1-4c0b-9b76-c1611b164633Tue, 20 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -080050:47nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerAloe Blacc and Maya Jupiter: Doing The WorkAloe Blacc and Maya Jupiter: Doing The WorkOur guests this week are Aloe Blacc and Maya Jupiter. They talk about building a new world informed by multiple cultures — birthed from one family.

]]>Our guests this week are Aloe Blacc and Maya Jupiter. They talk about building a new world informed by multiple cultures — birthed from one family.

]]>3c3e199a-c9b5-4c8f-9cad-9470366d9891Tue, 13 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -080001:02:00nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 21: Changing Consciousness (with Brendon Babenzien)Episode 21: Changing Consciousness (with Brendon Babenzien)Brendon Babenzien (Founder, Noah NY) generously shares about the fruits that come with counter culture, how being on the outside has its benefits, and his charge for elevating consciousness.

]]>Brendon Babenzien (Founder, Noah NY) generously shares about the fruits that come with counter culture, how being on the outside has its benefits, and his charge for elevating consciousness.

]]>e2aa7102-b71c-4647-a8b4-67ab2b6063ffTue, 06 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -080052:20nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 20: Telling the Story Nobody Told (with Nabil Elderkin)Episode 20: Telling the Story Nobody Told (with Nabil Elderkin)Nabil went into the deeps with us, sharing the process of how he ended up making his first feature film “Gully”.

]]>Nabil went into the deeps with us, sharing the process of how he ended up making his first feature film “Gully”.

]]>47fce349-7f72-4b25-b74c-10049e07e75bTue, 29 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -080048:22nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 19: Living Life and Its Unknowns to the Fullest (with Edward Norton)Episode 19: Living Life and Its Unknowns to the Fullest (with Edward Norton)How we choose the direction we take with life’s unknowns. A conversation with Edward Norton.

]]>How we choose the direction we take with life’s unknowns. A conversation with Edward Norton.

]]>abc56beb-4d81-4f0a-953d-101a92654c51Tue, 22 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -080040:39nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 18: Process and TransformationEpisode 18: Process and TransformationEvolution! Transformation! How do we get there? Come join our conversation!

]]>Evolution! Transformation! How do we get there? Come join our conversation!

]]>5b2ccc48-c7eb-40fb-8b5c-b80b27e1f4f3Tue, 15 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -080044:17nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 17: What Resources Are (with Sol Guy)Episode 17: What Resources Are (with Sol Guy)Join us in an inspiring conversation about what resources really are, with musician, filmmaker and producer Sol Guy.

]]>Join us in an inspiring conversation about what resources really are, with musician, filmmaker and producer Sol Guy.

]]>b919c5c3-899d-40fe-ba02-3208459a4b83Tue, 08 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -080043:41nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 16: Love Beyond Measure (with Elaine Welteroth and Jonathan Singletary)Episode 16: Love Beyond Measure (with Elaine Welteroth and Jonathan Singletary)What is beyond love? Join us for a deep dive into what nurtures all kinds of love, with Elaine Welteroth and Jonathan Singletary.

]]>What is beyond love? Join us for a deep dive into what nurtures all kinds of love, with Elaine Welteroth and Jonathan Singletary.

]]>8bab442f-09e1-489a-8c1b-f320f8d60adeTue, 01 Jun 2021 08:50:00 -080058:21nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 15: Life & The Pursuit of ItEpisode 15: Life & The Pursuit of ItThe Smooshies explore the major quest of pursuing life, as well as its flaws.

]]>The Smooshies explore the major quest of pursuing life, as well as its flaws.

]]>075a8f00-2d77-4666-b792-ac8d5d1e29f0Tue, 25 May 2021 03:00:00 -080041:25nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 14: Being a Medical IntuitiveEpisode 14: Being a Medical IntuitiveOn this special episode of The Butterly Forecast, Melody interviews Julie about her work as a medical intuitive and how she defines health in 2021.

]]>On this special episode of The Butterly Forecast, Melody interviews Julie about her work as a medical intuitive and how she defines health in 2021.

]]>c4325736-6229-4674-a7e9-c216385cfa08Tue, 18 May 2021 03:00:00 -080044:15nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 13: In Full Bloom with Maurice HarrisEpisode 13: In Full Bloom with Maurice HarrisThis week Maurice Harris, founder of Bloom and Plume, brings us the inspiration as he shares how he became an extraordinary creative in life – in full bloom!

]]>This week Maurice Harris, founder of Bloom and Plume, brings us the inspiration as he shares how he became an extraordinary creative in life – in full bloom!

]]>12252c9f-e8f7-4795-a09f-ea87222af39aTue, 11 May 2021 03:00:00 -080059:08nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 12: FriendshipEpisode 12: FriendshipThis week Melody & Julie unpack the concept of friendship– what a true friend is and what inspires being one!

]]>This week Melody & Julie unpack the concept of friendship– what a true friend is and what inspires being one!

]]>50ee83c1-9700-41f6-8586-a0d72201b860Tue, 04 May 2021 03:00:00 -080041:59nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 11: Death, Pain, and the Unforeseen Sweetness of Change: A Conversation with Katonya Breaux.Episode 11: Death, Pain, and the Unforeseen Sweetness of Change: A Conversation with Katonya Breaux.Katonya Breaux (founder of Unsun Cosmetics) joins us in conversation this week as we talk about the unforeseen pain of loss and how pain also has the power to transform us forever.

]]>Katonya Breaux (founder of Unsun Cosmetics) joins us in conversation this week as we talk about the unforeseen pain of loss and how pain also has the power to transform us forever.

]]>e6d791e7-188f-4779-b0ba-4efdb44a17c7Tue, 27 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -080042:15nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 10: In Conversation with Lauren LondonEpisode 10: In Conversation with Lauren LondonIn this special episode with Lauren London we examine how personal loss has impacted each of us. We also discuss the ways we can stay connected to those who've transitioned and the spiritual growth that follows.

]]>In this special episode with Lauren London we examine how personal loss has impacted each of us. We also discuss the ways we can stay connected to those who've transitioned and the spiritual growth that follows.

]]>d7341fd4-5c4a-4417-a5ff-8552bc83e03fTue, 20 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -080051:03nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 9: The Need to CreateEpisode 9: The Need to CreateIn a world with seemingly everything at our disposal, why do we keep trying to create something new? This week, we explore creativity and how comparison creates competition.

]]>In a world with seemingly everything at our disposal, why do we keep trying to create something new? This week, we explore creativity and how comparison creates competition.

]]>e7153c6d-c339-4958-9bc1-ca0b75de3549Tue, 13 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -080045:05nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 8: Service, Birthdays, and Death (with Sam Fragoso)Episode 8: Service, Birthdays, and Death (with Sam Fragoso)Julie flies to L.A. to surprise Melody for her birthday! Then, they are joined by Sam Fragoso (host of Talk Easy) to explore the connection between the origin of service, birthdays, and death. 

]]>Julie flies to L.A. to surprise Melody for her birthday! Then, they are joined by Sam Fragoso (host of Talk Easy) to explore the connection between the origin of service, birthdays, and death. 

]]>af27ada0-1023-4f61-92d6-abacd550b1ecTue, 06 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -080045:59nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 7: Getting Comfortable with Change (with Oge Egbuonu)Episode 7: Getting Comfortable with Change (with Oge Egbuonu)This week we sit with filmmaker and producer, Oge Egbuonu! We explore the mysterious nature of change, and how telling our own stories can break the cycle of life’s perceptions of us.

]]>This week we sit with filmmaker and producer, Oge Egbuonu! We explore the mysterious nature of change, and how telling our own stories can break the cycle of life’s perceptions of us.

]]>86149be6-bcc5-4895-9b3d-d2afc0766ec1Tue, 30 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -080047:45nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 6: Mistakes and ProcessEpisode 6: Mistakes and ProcessThis week we explore mistakes and process. If we have the freedom to question things, it gives us the opportunity to discover them. There’s no learning if there’s no questioning, which leads us to figuring out if it’s really about the outcome or the process? 

]]>This week we explore mistakes and process. If we have the freedom to question things, it gives us the opportunity to discover them. There’s no learning if there’s no questioning, which leads us to figuring out if it’s really about the outcome or the process? 

]]>2aa5b079-0fc1-4f96-a51e-de8d1f9e6bd6Tue, 23 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -080042:48nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 5: The BeginningEpisode 5: The BeginningFor this week's episode we go back to the beginning of us, unpacking our design, mutuality and stumbling. And how Julie’s near death experiences became her work.

]]>For this week's episode we go back to the beginning of us, unpacking our design, mutuality and stumbling. And how Julie’s near death experiences became her work.

]]>9997b45d-cfcf-4f27-a8a1-d3a0e55c831eTue, 16 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -080045:24nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 4: Lauren HalseyEpisode 4: Lauren HalseyThis week, Melody and Julie sit with Los Angeles artist Lauren Halsey! Inspired by Afrofuturism and funk, her work focuses on the intersection of art, architecture, and community engagement. In our talk, we discuss the need to invest in people with love, the sanctity of her creative process, redesigning business, leading with grace, and how Lauren's work aims to remap South Central, where she grew up.

]]>This week, Melody and Julie sit with Los Angeles artist Lauren Halsey! Inspired by Afrofuturism and funk, her work focuses on the intersection of art, architecture, and community engagement. In our talk, we discuss the need to invest in people with love, the sanctity of her creative process, redesigning business, leading with grace, and how Lauren's work aims to remap South Central, where she grew up.

]]>9932731f-59b5-4aa0-ab9a-b556b71358e2Tue, 09 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -080043:26nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 3: The GiftEpisode 3: The GiftIn this episode, Melody and Julie explore the phenomenon that we each are potential gifts to those we encounter. And at times, even without knowing, carry the mysterious potential of changing someone’s life.

]]>In this episode, Melody and Julie explore the phenomenon that we each are potential gifts to those we encounter. And at times, even without knowing, carry the mysterious potential of changing someone’s life.

]]>534ff080-d91d-450f-b467-d4c96077fef5Tue, 02 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -080041:21nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 2: Flea on CreativityEpisode 2: Flea on CreativityBefore the conversation with our guest this week, Julie and Melody reflect on the ineffable beauty of the creative process and the need to listen and trust yourself. Then, we sit with Flea (30:24), the bassist for The Red Hot Chili Peppers! We dive into how he uses his body as a vehicle, his mission to channel energy and live in the moment, who (and what) has influenced his course, and how we all process ego.

]]>Before the conversation with our guest this week, Julie and Melody reflect on the ineffable beauty of the creative process and the need to listen and trust yourself. Then, we sit with Flea (30:24), the bassist for The Red Hot Chili Peppers! We dive into how he uses his body as a vehicle, his mission to channel energy and live in the moment, who (and what) has influenced his course, and how we all process ego.

]]>6218a2aa-bac1-4c70-98f7-f5eabdd8a922Tue, 23 Feb 2021 01:57:00 -080001:10:37nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerEpisode 1: The PilotEpisode 1: The PilotWelcome to the Butterfly Forecast! For the pilot, we share why we’re doing this—turning our personal conversations into public ones. We talk about the concept of the butterfly effect and how the smallest evolution of each individual can affect the collective. Sharing stories from our past, we also explore how WHAT we are is more important than WHO we are. Then, finally, a question for you and I both: what is in my design that I bring for the betterment of people, in this moment?

]]>Welcome to the Butterfly Forecast! For the pilot, we share why we’re doing this—turning our personal conversations into public ones. We talk about the concept of the butterfly effect and how the smallest evolution of each individual can affect the collective. Sharing stories from our past, we also explore how WHAT we are is more important than WHO we are. Then, finally, a question for you and I both: what is in my design that I bring for the betterment of people, in this moment?

]]>1dedbb2a-e58f-40a2-b511-215695f4407aTue, 16 Feb 2021 01:50:00 -080047:44nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns WalkerIntroducing “The Butterfly Forecast”Introducing “The Butterfly Forecast”Welcome to “The Butterfly Forecast”, where life is explored through the insights of the butterfly effect, and how the smallest changes made by an individual can change the outcome for the collective. Hosted by designer Melody Ehsani and medical intuitive Julie Burns Walker!

]]>Welcome to “The Butterfly Forecast”, where life is explored through the insights of the butterfly effect, and how the smallest changes made by an individual can change the outcome for the collective. Hosted by designer Melody Ehsani and medical intuitive Julie Burns Walker!

]]>d6c42710-f526-4329-abe1-0ef3491cab7fTue, 09 Feb 2021 00:11:00 -080001:16nofullMelody Ehsani and Julie Burns Walker