From the Honeycomb

Ep. 67 - History of Pineapples

The history of pineapples...a topic never thought to be covered on From the Honeycomb but Katerina's curiosity about the fruit lead her to research and record this episode. Learn about the rich and juicy history of this tropical fruit that has been depicted in works of art and architecture, and how it became the symbol of luxury and hospitality. Katerina shares how the pineapple made it's way around the world, causing a frenzy among aristocrats and royalty. 
 
Mentioned:
Maria Sibylla Merian Pineapple Art Piece
 
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Ep. 66 - Defining the role of a General Contractor with licensed GC Jesse McKeehan

During the construction process there are many members involved with the General Contractor (GC) as the leader. Join Katerina as she sits down with licensed GC, Jesse Mckeehan to discuss the importance of hiring a qualified GC to coordinate and run a project successfully. 
Jesse shares his experience of working on high end residential projects along the California coast and the dynamic relationship he has with the design team and clients. From working with architects to handling the daily stress of his job, Jesse gives a behind the scenes of what all a GC has to organize. 
 
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Ep. 65 - 31 lessons I’ve learned by my 31st Birthday

Katerina is celebrating her 31st birthday! In this week's episode she shares 31 lessons she has learned over the last year. From handling financial obstacles to trusting the process and timeline of her life. 
Katerina reflects on her achievements and her biggest goal of finishing her architecture exams and becoming a licensed architect.
The first year of her thirties was unforgettable, Katerina cannot wait to see what the next decade has in store for her!
 
Mentioned:
Dreo Space Heater
Ep. 29 - Our UnBelizable Trip Part I - land Episode
Ep. 30 - Our UnBelizable Trip Part II - Water Episode
Ep. 44 - Accomplishing Tasks with Balance Episode
Ep. 41 - Consciously creating and healing through pottery with Julie Gaunt
 
 
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Ep. 64 - Studying culture through art with graduate student Michaela Dehning

In today’s episode Katerina sits down with graduate student Michaela Dehning (also her sister!) for a deep conversation about the importance of how a space is curated and the experience you have when observing art.   
Michaela shares what has lead her to focus her studies on women artists and the courses she is currently taking at Boston University for her masters degree. Katerina and Michaela share their love of visiting art museums around the world and how their insights as architect and art history student allow them to understand art through a unique lens.
 
Mentioned:
Michaela's Linkedin
Curatorial Activism by Maura Rielly
The Great Woman Artist Podcast
Jenna Gribbon
Louise Giovanelli
Clemence Vazard
Movie Tulip Fever
Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum
Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
 
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Ep. 63 - Regaining Momentum to Achieve Your Dreams

Are you working towards a dream but feel stuck, unmotivated or like the progress you are making isn’t tangible? As someone who always has a list of goals/dreams, Katerina can relate to wanting to achieve a dream but having those moments of doubt and low motivation.
In this week's episode Katerina shares her tips on how she pushed through those tough moments, how to keep focused on your goal and regain that moment to achieve your dreams. Some of her dreams/goals have been small short term while others are goals that have taken a few years to manifest, including one that recently came to fruition. 
 
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Ep. 62 - Embodying courage with AFAB self embodiment coach and cyclical living expert Alyssa Lilly

Join Katerina in this week's episode as she sits down with Alyssa Lily, an AFAB self embodiment coach and cyclical living expert. Alyssa shares their story as identifying as non-binary and how their own experience has lead them to start an inclusive coaching program with a focus on cyclical living. 
Please be advised there is content in this episode where Alyssa discusses their childhood and abuse they experienced. We encourage you to listen to today’s episode with an open mind and open heart.
 
Mentioned:
Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan 
Alyssa's website
Alyssa's podcast: Courageous Embodiment
Follow Alyssa on Instagram 
Follow Alyssa on Tik Tok
Listen to Alyssa's other podcast Weaving Magick
 
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Ep. 61- Inviting positive energy into the home and expelling the negative

Energy is something we cannot see but something we can feel and the energy around us can have an immense impact on how we experience a space, especially our home. In today’s episode Katerina shares how to create positive energy in the home using Vastu Shastra principles. There are so many little changes we can make to our interior space that can shift the energy.
From how we decorate, to using essential oils and removing the negative stagnant energy. Get ready to bring that spark of positivity into your home. Stay tuned to the end of today’s episode because there is some positive news to share about From the Honeycomb!
 
Mentioned:
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Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan 
Beach Read by Emily Henry
Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Ep. 59 - What is Vastu Shastra
Ep, 2 - Vastu Shastra: Having fun with color 
Ep. 36 - Vastu Shastra: The Power of Mirrors
 
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Ep. 60 - Exploring passions of healing through nutrition, rituals and holistic remedies with Zulaikha Yunus

In this week's episode Katerina sits down with Zulaikha Yunus, a multifaceted woman whose career path from medical school changed as she followed her passions.  From health coaching, to nutrition and culinary arts, yoga and Ayurveda, Zulaikha embodies them all in harmony. 
Zulaikha shares her insights into each of her interest and how she’s combined them to heal herself and clients. They discuss conventional medicine and herbal medicines, balancing the best of both eastern medicine and western medicine and finding a holistic approach. 
(Please note the static in the audio is only at the beginning, sometimes having guests from across the globe provides us with challenges in technology)
 
Mentioned:
Follow Zulaikha on Instagram
Natural Gourmet Institute
Institute of Integrated Nutrition 
Check out Zulaikha's Ayurveda teacher on Instagram and  website
ABCv Restaurant 
 
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Ep. 59 - What is Vastu Shastra?

You've heard Katerina mention Vastu Shastra on multiple episodes and in the intro each week. But she's never sat down to record an episode dedicated specifically to Vastu, a Vedic science that originated thousands of years ago in India and is known as the "science of structures".
Join Katerina in this week's episode as she goes more in depth about the fundamentals of Vastu, its history, and how the elements, planets and deities can help balance the energy in your home. Learn how Katerina applies Vastu with a modern approach while making sure to appreciate the ancient Vastu principles. 
 
Mentioned:
Video of Snoop Dogg thanking himself
Sahara Rose website
From the Honeycombs Vastu Shastra episodes:
Ep. 2 Having fun with color
Ep. 4 Creating a productive workspace
Ep. 6 Creating a meditation space (bonus meditation at the end!)
Ep. 9 Decorating for the holidays!
Ep. 12 Tapping into Abundance and Prosperity 
Ep. 14 Cultivating health and wellbeing
Ep. 17 Starting with the basics
Ep. 19 Enhancing your career
Ep. 34 Inviting a productive flow of energy into any workspace
Ep. 36 The Power of Mirrors
Ep. 38 Leaking plumbing equals draining of your finances
Ep. 39 Cultivating friendship energy 
 
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Ep. 58 - How the modernization of architecture has affected the identity of a cityscape with Neo Lehoko

Join Katerina in this week's episode as she reconnects with childhood friend, Neo Lehoko. Their worlds collided when they both attended the British International School in Prague, Czech Republic in the early 2000s, and today they are sitting down to reconnect based on their similar career path of pursuing architecture. 
Diving deep into conversation about the architecture industry, Neo and Katerina discuss the ecosystem of a city through buildings. And how the modernization of architecture has affected the cityscape the identity of a city.
 
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