
Directionally Challenged
Hosted by Kayla Ewell. A podcast about realigning your internal compass. 30-something women asking life's questions and learning from the people who just might have the answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Feb 20, 2023 • 34min
Fanning for Canning with Sara Canning (Part 1)
Kayla is joined by former co-star of The Vampires Diaries, artist, and dear friend, Sara Canning, to catch up on where she draws her incredible life perspective from in the world. She also tells how a serendipitous meet at a film festival led to her most favorite role yet. The conversation gets so good that it gets two parts, so catch the second half in the next episode! Follow Sara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saracanningFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 2023 • 39min
Okay, Cupid with Michael Kaye
Michael Kaye, dating expert and associate director of global communications at OKCupid, discusses the data behind dating apps and strategies for bettering results. Topics include the success of dating apps, creating appealing profiles, conversation starters, choosing the right photos, timing of online conversations, and the importance of love.

Feb 6, 2023 • 40min
Helping Your Cravings May Just Hijack Your Hunger with Dr. Amy Shah
Kayla is joined by medical doctor and nutrition expert, Amy Shah, to talk about how fixing our circadian rhythms can have a significant impact on our lifestyle and overall health. She explains the science and reasoning behind her 5-step program for battling excessive hunger pains. Follow AmyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmdCheck Out “I’m So Effing Hungry”: https://amymdwellness.com/pages/book-launchFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 30, 2023 • 32min
Helping Dolphins May Just Help Save the World with Stephanie & Eric Venn-Watson
Kayla is joined by veterinary epidemiologist Stephanie Venn-Watson, and her husband, Eric Venn-Watson, who is a physician and US Navy veteran, to discuss how helping dolphins led to an incredible discovery. Together, they launched the first new vitamin found in 90 years: Fatty15. Listen to learn more about all the possible health benefits it may bring! Follow Stephanie & Eric’s workInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatty15/?hl=enCheck out Fatty15: https://fatty15.com/pages/our-storyFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 2023 • 40min
Take a Break! with Dr. Gloria Mark
Kayla is joined by computer science professor and artist, Dr. Gloria Mark, to discuss the myths surrounding attention spans and the very necessary breaks needed for our mental health. They explore the real science and data that showcases how reliant we’ve become on tech and screens in this digital age. Follow Dr. Gloria MarkDr. Mark’s website : https://gloriamark.comCheck out “Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness, and Productivity”: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/attention-span-gloria-mark?variant=40346590117922Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 16, 2023 • 37min
Run Like Your Life Depends On It with Anthony Williams
Kayla is joined by inspirational community leader, Anthony ‘Cool Ant’ Williams, who founded the non-profit Neighborhood Hero. Neighborhood Hero’s mission is to make neglected areas healthier spaces for its inhabitants. They discuss how his group of runners came about and the inspirational people around him growing up helped mold the hero he is now today. Follow AnthonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cool_antCheck out Neighborhood Hero: https://www.instagram.com/_neighborhoodherosFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 9, 2023 • 38min
From Stockholm to Hollywood with Helena Mattson
Kayla is joined by close friend, entrepreneur, and actor Helena Mattson (American Horror Story, 666 Park Avenue) to discover how exactly Helena made her way from Stockholm all the way to Hollywood. They discuss the issues mothers face in the industry, starting a business, and how they approach their art as performers. Follow HelenaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/helena_mattssonGet 25% off your entire order at Ava Carrington with the code DC25 at https://www.avacarrington.com/Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 2, 2023 • 31min
REPLAY: “Anxiety and Productivity” w/ Bri Emery
Original Air Date: December 31, 2018Bri Emery, founder of designlovefest, is one of the busiest people we know. She’s a graphic designer and art director with a travel collection in Target, and has created numerous campaigns for various brands. Though she is highly productive, she lives with anxiety. We explore our own definitions of anxiety and how we find inspiration to be creative.Follow Bri: @designlovefestFollow us on Instagram: @CandiceKayla Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 2022 • 1h 3min
REPLAY: “Happy Holidays!” with Merritt Patterson and Hannah Skvarla
Original Air Date: December 2, 2019First, the lovely Merritt Patterson joins us to talk all things holidays and her Hallmark Christmas movie, “Picture a Perfect Christmas.” Later we’re joined by Hannah Skvarla and she helps us with gift-giving during the holidays and introducing us to her fair trade store, The Little Market.Follow Merritt:Instagram: https://instagram.com/merritt_pattrsnTwitter: https://twitter.com/merrittpattrsn“Picture a Perfect Christmas:” https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/picture-a-perfect-christmasFollow Hannah:The Little Market: https://www.thelittlemarket.com/Thanks to our great sponsors: EverSmile, Stitch Fix, Happy Cards, and bareMinerals.Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 2022 • 44min
Failed Holiday Trivia w/ Melisa D. Monts
Kayla is joined by our producer Melisa D. Monts to discuss holiday traditions, thoughts on Christmas music, what qualifies as a Christmas movie, giving and receiving gifts, swap recipes, talk New Year's Resolutions, and play some Holiday Trivia.Follow MelisaInstagram: www.instagram.com/sheisnotmelissaWebsite: www.melisadmonts.comFollow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.