Katherine King, PsyD is a clinical psychologist and assistant professor of psychology at William James College. She was trained in evidence-based treatments within the Veterans’ Administration and has a private practice specializing in geropsychology. She is also a member of the Boston Shambhala Center Board of Directors, a vajrayana student of Buddhism, and has practiced meditation for over 20 years.

Kerry is a consulting Psychologist, Yoga Teacher and the Director of the practice at Be You Psychology & Counselling, in Camberwell, Melbourne. She is committed to raising awareness of mental health, mind-body connection and self compassion. Kerry also shares her experience of navigating through the mud of Hashimoto's disease with the lotus of Mindful self compassion.

Travis Reints is a man on a mission. After experiencing personal darkness, he has intentionally moved towards the light. As a mental health advocate and fitness professional, Travis works to build community and connection and reminds us all that it is "OK not to be OK"

A holiday season bonus episode taken from a Face Book live discussion. Join Mike and Jad as they share personal insights into Mindfulness and Self-Compassion.

Tina Gibson is passionate about compassion. As a certified Mindful Self Compassion teacher and MSC teacher trainer and mentor, she leads Australian MSC culture and practice. Tina teaches with a unique blend of warmth and humor that fosters interconnection.

Stephanie Gadsden a Functional Medicine, Certified Buteyko Breathing, Klinghardt A.R.T., GAPS, MINDD, SIBO & MiCBT Practitioner. Steph advocates for a holistic and integrative approach to help people maintain health and achieve wellness, particularly in the areas of mental health and fatigue disorders.

Claire Dunn is an author, teacher and mentor. She is passionate about fostering deep connection to earth, self and community, and ‘rewilding’ both our inner and outer landscapes.

Meghann Birks understands that the obstacle is definitely the way. As a certified life coach and practitioner of the Wim Hoff method, she turns dreamers into do-ers. Meghann compassionately prods limiting internal narratives and loves the alchemy of empowering others.

Steph Lowe lives life with purpose. Her experience of darkness gave her a unique perspective of what it is to intentionally embrace the light. As a Nutritionist, Yoga and meditation teacher Steph has created a highly successful career centred completely around helping others.

Lola Berry is truly one of life's adventurous minds. Yogi, nutritionist, TV presenter, podcaster, author, entrepreneur and actress. Lola joins the podcast to discuss how mindfulness and compassion have influenced her experience of such a full life.

In the first official episode, Mike & Jad welcome John Julian to the podcast. John has many titles - mental health clinician, social worker, practising Buddhist, mindfulness teacher, mindful self compassion teacher, the list goes on. With a lifetime of practice and knowledge, who better to ask of some serious foundational questions?

A brief introduction to the Kind-Mess Podcast from the hosts Jad & Mike.