Colorful Futures Podcast
"Colorful Futures" is the podcast that'll make you want to jump out of bed on Tuesday mornings. (Okay, maybe not jump, but at least crawl with a bit more enthusiasm.) Host Liora Natania, Founder of Colorful Futures®, is all about helping you craft a career that's as unique and fabulous as you are.
Here's the deal: we believe in building a life that's not just about paying the bills, but also about making your soul do a happy dance. Whether you're neurodivergent, queer, BIPOC, gender-marginalized, or just feeling a bit 'square peg in a round hole' - we've got your back.
So whether you're dreaming of diving into a whole new industry, or breaking free from the 9-to-5 grind, or just want a job that doesn't make you want to hide under your desk - we're here to help you paint your future in all the colors of the rainbow (and then some).
Picture this: you, a comfy chair, and conversations so real they'll make you forget you're wearing headphones. We bring you chats with folks who've been there, done that, and got the t-shirt (and maybe a few battle scars) in entrepreneurship, career pivots, and the mythical work-life balance. No sugar-coating, no corporate jargon - just honest talk and practical advice that'll make you say, "Why didn't I think of that?"
Join us for some laughs, a few "aha!" moments, and the occasional ugly cry as we navigate this crazy thing called "career" together. Trust us, it's going to be one heck of a ride - and we can't wait to have you along for it!
Episodes
19 episodes
s2e5: why high achievers in college crash in the real world (AuDHD edition)
you're a couple years out of college, maybe on your third job already, and suddenly you're googling grad school programs at 2am. again. you tell yourself it's about career advancement, but really? you just miss having structure. and a meal plan...
s2e4: how to figure out your ADHD support needs (career edition)
you know you need help with your career or job search, but figuring out what kind of help feels like another impossible task on your plate. then there's the decision fatigue of comparing options, the worry that you won't follow through...
S2E3: the invisible barrier between you and your work
Liora could see everything in front of them and knew it could be as simple as just starting with an email. but they were absolutely frozen and couldn't get started.in this episode of the Colorful Futures® Podcast, Liora gets real about w...
S2E2: Why job hunting is harder for neurodivergent people (and what to do about it)
Listen. We’ve all been there... refreshing the job boards, tweaking the resume, sending out application after application and… nothing. Crickets. And somehow that silence feels louder than a rejection.In this episode of the Colorful Fut...
S2E1: How To Show Up When Your Brain Says You Can’t
We’re back, babes. Welcome to Season 2 of the Colorful Futures Podcast. I’m Liora Natania, your host, and in this solo season opener, we’re starting with honesty: I’ve been so freaking burnt out. Like, deeply. And I know I’m not alone....
s1e14 why being yourself is good business (season 1 bonus episode)
Pssssttttt. We have a surprise for you 👀We’re back with a bonus episode to *officially* help us say goodbye to Season 1 of the Colorful Futures Podcast and a big **hello** to season two (launching this November)! In this ep...
s1e13 embracing fear as a passenger on your journey
It’s the season finale of The Colorful Futures Podcast! 🎉Thirteen episodes, countless laughs, a ton of learning, and so much growth—I can’t believe we’re already here. In this final episode of Seaso...
s1e12 redefining wellness for marginalized bodies with Dr. Eli Parrish (part 2)
Welcome back to the Colorful Futures Podcast! It’s time for Part Two of my conversation with Dr. Eli Parrish (he/they), a Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Ally Wellness. If Part One got you thinking...
s1e11 redefining wellness for marginalized bodies with Dr. Eli Parrish (pt. 1)
Welcome back to the Colorful Futures Podcast! This week, we’re kicking off part one of my conversation with Dr. Eli Parrish (he/they), a Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Ally Wellness. From earning a degre...
s1e10 self employment vs traditional careers
Do you ever catch yourself stuck between “I want to work for myself” and “Wait, how would that even work?” 😅 Same. For us neuroqueer folks and other marginalized identities, balancing traditional job searches with the dream of self-employment c...
s1e9 building a biz the neurodivergent way
This week on the Colorful Futures Podcast, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my journey into self-employment, and let me tell you—it’s been a wild ride. 🙃 Starting a business can feel like trying to organize a tornado of ideas, and I...
s1e8 finding authentic confidence with Erika Eileen (part 2)
Welcome back to the Colorful Futures Podcast! This week, we’re back with part two of my chat with confidence coach Erika Eileen, and things are getting even spicier. We’re tackling the not-so-glam...
s1e7 finding authentic confidence with Erika Eileen (part 1)
Welcome back to the Colorful Futures Podcast! This week I’m joined by confidence coach Erika Eileen, and trust me—this conversation is everything. ✨ We’re digging deep into the wild, messy, and transformative journey of buildi...
s1e6 bts: first year as an AuDHD biz owner
Welcome back to the Colorful Futures Podcast! In this episode, I’m giving you a sneak peek into what it’s really like to be a neurodivergent biz owner in my first year of self-employment. Spoiler alert: it’s not all cozy morni...
s1e5 what losing my dad taught me about living authentically
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of grief and loss.In this week's episode of the Colorful Futures Podcast, I'm sharing a deeply personal experience – the unexpected loss of my dad and the emotional journ...
s1e4 getting fired was my wake-up call: how ADHD and burnout helped me discover the power of workplace accommodations
In this week’s episode, I decided to be a bit vulnerable and talk about a tough chapter in my career – the times I got fired (yep, more than once 😅). I share how not knowing I had ADHD played a huge role in my burnout and struggles at wor...
s1e3 work smarter not harder: building a solid job search foundation
Welcome to the third episode of Colorful Futures! In this episode, I'll be sharing my career coaching framework - an approach I've developed to help job seekers build a strong foundation for their search.We'll be exploring four key compo...
s1e2 quality vs. quantity
In this episode of the Colorful Futures Podcast, we’re tackling the whole “quality vs. quantity” debate when it comes to job applications. You know how, at the start of your job search, you’re all thoughtful, excited, and picky about what roles...
