Luma & Bloom
Shining a light on the dark conversations - Luma & Bloom is a podcast that empowers and enlightens. Join cohosts Nic and Kate as they bring thoughtful and insightful dialogue to topics that are otherwise avoided such as human trafficking, exploitation, addictions, and mental health. By having these hard conversations in a meaningful way, they provide a safe space for listeners to grow their minds, learn from knowledgable guests, and challenge their own thoughts and beliefs surrounding these topics.
Tune in for new episodes every Monday & check us out on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube!
Tune in for new episodes every Monday & check us out on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube!
Episodes
43 episodes
Meaghan Waller – Stalked: The Dark Side of Modelling | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 43
In this episode, Nic and Kate are joined by Meaghan Waller, winner of Canada’s Next Top Model 2009, who went on to build a successful international modeling career spanning over 14 years. Meaghan opens up about her positive exper...
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Episode 43
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1:07:12
Why Men Buy Sex | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 42
On this week’s episode, we sat down with Hennes Doltz, former John School educator and current Project Leader for the EmpowerMen Project - working to engage men and boys in the prevention of sexual exploitation. From psychological a...
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Episode 42
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1:16:15
Part 2: Former Gang Members turned Community Leaders - Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 41
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Tim and Glen, Founder and Member of Four Sacred Hearts, an Indigenous led organization dedicated to healing from addictions, intergenerational trauma, and the impacts of the residential ...
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Episode 41
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1:04:28
A Very Merry Look Back: Reflecting on the Year and What's Ahead | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 40
In this special holiday episode, we're joined by our lovely co-worker Lainey, to help us spread the festive cheer (in our ugly Christmas sweaters of course), while taking a stroll down memory lane! Join us as we celebrate the Chris...
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Episode 40
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55:35
Former Gang Members turned Community Leaders | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 39
On this weeks episode, we sat down with Tim and Glen, Founder and Member of Four Sacred Hearts, an Indigenous led organization dedicated to healing from addictions, intergenerational trauma, and the impacts of the residential school system.&nbs...
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Episode 39
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57:30
Devon & Jodi Larratt - Part 2: Arm Wrestling Power Couple | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 38
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with power couple Devon and Jodi Larratt, to learn more about their life as a military couple, as well as uncover how Devon became a world arm wrestling champion! They shared how...
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Episode 38
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1:18:10
Devon & Jodi Larratt - Love, Duty, and Sacrifice: Special Forces Veteran and His Wife Share Their Journey | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 37
On this weeks episode, we sat down with former JTF2 member Devon Larratt, along with his incredible wife, Jodi Larratt, to talk all about their relationship and life throughout Devon's military career. They shared their experience ...
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Episode 37
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1:10:23
Transforming Pain into Power: A Journey of Healing and Strength | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 36
On this weeks episode, we sat down and had a conversation all around our own healing from trauma, the mistakes we've made, and the lessons we've learned along the way. We spoke about setting healthy boundaries and creating distance...
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Episode 36
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1:09:29
Tim Fletcher - Part 2: Overcoming Trauma | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 35
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with trauma expert Tim Fletcher, to learn more about trauma bonds, abusive relationships, human trafficking, dissociation, memory gaps, and much more. Most importantly, we asked about...
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Episode 35
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54:37
Tim Fletcher - What is Complex Trauma? | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 34
On this weeks episode, we sat down with trauma expert Tim Fletcher to uncover what complex trauma is, how our bodies respond when we experience a traumatic event, and much, much more! We learned about how everyday experiences and t...
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Episode 34
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1:06:53
Is Human Trafficking Real? | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 33
On this weeks episode, we sat down with Janet Campbell, CEO of the Joy Smith Foundation, to discuss all things human trafficking, and to answer the question- is human trafficking real?We talked about what it is, how it happens, survivor...
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Episode 33
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49:19
Maddie Lesnar - Part 2: Overcoming Anxiety | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 32
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation on anxiety with Maddie! Maddie spoke to us about her struggle over the years, and how she's worked to overcome it! We also picked her brain on why she thinks her generation strug...
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Episode 32
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50:23
Maddie Lesnar - Breaking Free: My Battle with Anxiety | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 31
On this weeks episode, we sat down with the lovely Maddie Lesnar, to discuss all things anxiety. She opened up about her experience battling anxiety - from her first anxiety attack, to the way it changed her life, and all the work ...
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Episode 31
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50:41
Liz Crawford - Part 2: Revolutionizing Runways and Transforming the Model Industry | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 30
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with former world-renowned model, the amazing Liz Crawford!This week we focused on all things body image, how the modelling industry and social media are playing into the way we see o...
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Episode 30
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1:11:12
Liz Crawford- Worldwide Model Exposes the Truth Behind Human Trafficking in the Industry | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 29
Part 1: On this week's episode, we sat down with former world-renowned model, Liz Crawford!Liz opened up to us about the modelling industry, the hidden underworld of human trafficking within the industry, and shared some personal, start...
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Episode 29
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49:08
Part 2: Skull Games - We Hunt Predators | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 28
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Michal and Joe from Skull Games, and dove into just how they use the internet to hunt predators online.Skull Games, Inc., founded by Jeff Tiegs, is a non-profit organization that...
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Episode 28
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58:31
Skull Games - We Hunt Predators | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 27
On this weeks episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with two incredible people from the Skull Games team, Michal and Joe! Skull Games, Inc., founded by Jeff Tiegs, is a non-profit organization that provides analytical and operati...
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Episode 27
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52:39
Former JTF 2 Member - Skip Shares All Part 2 | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 26
On this weeks episode, we continued our conversation with Skip, former military Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper apart of Joint Task Force 2, Canada's Tier 1 counterterrorism force. We learned more about his time in the mili...
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Episode 26
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57:17
Former Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper - Skip Shares All | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 25
On this weeks episode, we sat down with a very special friend of ours, Skip!Former military Special Operations Assaulter and Sniper apart of JTF 2, Canada's Tier 1 counterterrorism force, Skip shared all about his military career, inclu...
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Episode 25
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57:00
Strip Clubs... Let's Talk About It | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 24
From personal experience to sharing their hot takes, cohosts Nic and Kate unpack it all in this weeks episode surrounding strip clubs.Whether you think they should be around or not, you're going to want to listen to this one... but buck...
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Episode 24
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1:02:51
Hilary Druxman - Making an Impact | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 23
On this week's episode, we sat down with the incredibly talented jewellery designer, Hilary Druxman! Hilary spoke with us about what it was like for her to start a business, the challenges she faced along the way, and the idea that spar...
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Episode 23
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1:03:21
My Struggle with Alcoholism | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 22
On this weeks episode, we spoke with the lovely Nicole Flecknor! Nicole spoke candidly about her struggle with alcohol that started at a young age and all that came with it, such as struggling with her mental health, and forgetting...
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Episode 22
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1:16:17
Sesley Sloboda - Part 2: What is an Addiction? | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 21
This week, we continued our conversation with Sesley Sloboda, author and rehabilitation counsellor! We spoke all about addictions, what they are, and what happens internally within our body when we have them. We also talked about r...
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Episode 21
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59:38
Sesley Sloboda - Author and Rehabilitation Counsellor | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 20
On this week's episode, we're joined by author and rehabilitation counsellor, Sesley Sloboda! Sesley opened up to us about her life growing up and the struggles she faced with mental health, sexual abuse, and abusive relationships, both...
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Episode 20
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58:10
Stop the Traffic | Luma & Bloom w Nic and Kate Ep. 19
On this week's episode, we met with two very incredible university students from UBC to learn all about how they first learned about human trafficking, and how they were inspired to put on an event to raise awareness.We also got into th...
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Episode 19
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