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Magic Hour Podcast

Unicorn Marketing Co.

Curiosity, creativity, and change—welcome to The Magic Hour Podcast! Hosted by Hope Mikal, CEO + Founder of Unicorn Marketing Co., this podcast goes beyond traditional business talk, diving into empowering conversations on entrepreneurship, creative marketing, and inclusive design. Every episode brings you closer to your purpose with heartfelt chats, expert insights, and imaginative ideas to fuel your next step. Whether you’re a marketer, a creative, or simply looking to grow, there’s a little magic

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24: The Evolution of You: Letting Go to Come Home to...

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2025/04/09

Ever feel like you’ve outgrown an old version of yourself but don’t quite know what comes next? In this episode of Magic Hour Podcast, I sit down with Renata De Melo, coach, mentor, and intuitive sales leader, to talk about personal evolution, embodied leadership, and the radical act of embracing your own flow.Renata unpacks what she calls "Phase 4" of her life, the space where we let go of old stories, step out of the drama triangle, and begin to lead from a place of wholeness and deep self-trust

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After Hours: Your Inner Child Is A Source of Inspiration

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2025/03/26

Feeling disconnected from your creativity? In this special After Hours episode, Brie Pointer guides you through an intuitive exercise designed to help you reconnect with your inner child, embrace curiosity, and trust the wisdom you’ve always carried within.This reflective practice will help you:⚡ Follow the thread of curiosity and break free from creative blocks⚡ Root yourself in the advice your intuition knows you need⚡ Reconnect with the younger version of yourself—the one who dreamed big, created

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23: Designing with Heart— How Intuition + Joy Fuel...

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2025/03/18

Ever feel stuck second-guessing your creativity? In this episode of The Magic Hour Podcast, I sit down with Brie Pointer—multidisciplinary designer, illustrator, and artist—to talk about intuition in design, unblocking yourself creatively, and leaning into curiosity as your ultimate guide.Brie shares her journey from student to professor, artist to designer, and how she found joy by embracing both intuition and collaboration. We explore what it means to trust your unique creative voice, communicate

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After Hours: Mindfulness Meditation with Samantha...

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2025/03/02

Feeling stuck in the grind? In this special After Hours episode, Samantha Plavins guides you through a meditation designed to help you pause, listen, and step into the life you’re meant to live.This gentle, grounding practice will help you:⚡ Quiet the noise and reconnect with your inner voice⚡ Release the pressure of hustle culture and tune into what truly matters⚡ Step forward with clarity, confidence, and intentionIf you’ve been craving a moment to breathe, reset, and realign, this meditation is

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22: Get Off The Treadmill—Hustle Culture Won’t Save You

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2025/02/26

Ever feel like you’re stuck on a treadmill that never stops? In this episode of The Magic Hour Podcast, I sit down with Samantha (Sam) Plavins—adventurer, entrepreneur, and fierce advocate for reclaiming lost time.After years of chasing traditional success in finance, Sam realized that the life she built was draining her. So, she walked away—literally. In 2019, she set out on an 800 km journey along the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage that reshaped everything she thought she knew about success,

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More Conversations, More Magic✨ Season 3 drops Feb 27th!

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2025/02/18

We’re back with bigger conversations, deeper insights, and even more magic!🦄 Season 3 of The Magic Hour Podcast launches February 27th, bringing you a fresh season of real, unfiltered conversations about entrepreneurship, creativity, and conscious business with entrepreneurs, creatives, and industry leaders sharing their journeys, challenges, and breakthroughs.And this season? We’re introducing After Hours⚡—a special bonus series with workshop-style takeaways, expert insights, and practical

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Episode 21 | Anna Sotnykova

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2024/12/10

In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, Hope Mikal sits down with Anna Sotnykova, a leader in operations, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Anna opens up about the challenges of balancing a full-time career in academia with building her own business in women’s health. From tackling fear and embracing creativity to breaking down barriers in tech, Anna’s journey is an inspiring blend of determination and passion.Anna shares how community-building has shaped her career, her insights into the

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Ep 20 | Carissa Potter

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2024/11/20

In this episode of the Magic Hour, Hope sits down with Carissa Potter, artist, author, and founder of People I’ve Loved, to explore the intersection of creativity, vulnerability, and intention in life and business. Known for her deeply human approach to art and connection, Carissa shares how embracing emotional complexity has shaped her work, from crafting meaningful objects to writing bestselling books. Together, they discuss the role of gratitude in navigating challenges, the impact of AI on

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Episode 19 | Amy Liu

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2024/10/07

In this episode of Magic Hour, Hope chats with Amy Liu, a brand manager with a creative twist, as they dive into what it really takes to manage and build iconic brands in the beverage alcohol industry. Amy debunks the glossy, TV portrayal of marketing (spoiler: it’s not like Emily in Paris), giving us a behind-the-scenes look at her day-to-day work. From the realities of agency life to the less glamorous, yet rewarding, tasks of brand management, Amy shares her journey, insights, and the surprising

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Episode 18 | Julia Guz

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2024/09/10

In this episode of theMagic Hour podcast, Julia Guz shares her journey from the Web3, crypto-currency industry to running two businesses:JG OperationsandDragon Heart Healing. She highlights the importance of embracing versatility, combining business acumen with spirituality to lead authentically. Julia discusses overcoming fear, particularly in striving to work. She encourages women to embrace all sides of themselves, emphasizing that authenticity and self-honesty are key to personal and

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Episode 17 | Leah Yard

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2024/08/05

In this episode of the Magic Hour podcast, Hope Mikal interviews Leah Yard, owner and designer of Leah Yard Designs and host of the Voted Least Likely podcast. Leah shares her unconventional journey from a childhood on isolated lighthouse islands to becoming a successful jewelry designer and entrepreneur in Vancouver. The conversation delves into her early life, struggles with imposter syndrome, and the importance of authenticity and resilience in business.Episode Highlights:Leah shares her

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Ep 16 | Radhika Graham

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2024/07/12

In this episode of the Magic Hour podcast, Hope interviews Radhika Graham, a wedding and event planner from Victoria, British Columbia. Radhika (Rad for short) shares her journey from planning her own wedding to starting Rad Occasions, discussing the creative and logistical challenges she faces, along with her advocacy for inclusivity in the wedding industry. The episode is filled with valuable advice for newly engaged couples and aspiring wedding planners, as well as engaging anecdotes from

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Ep 15 | Sachin Khona

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2024/06/18

In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, Hope chats with Sachin Khona, wedding photographer, entrepreneur, and podcast host about his transition from the gray, corporate world of accounting to living a full time creative lifestyle. Harnessing his own anxiety and fears about his own work, Sachin first started ARC as an interview website, building meaningful connections with photographers he admired. Fast forward a few years, and ARC is now a podcast and a destination for photographers, as an

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Episode 14 | Jaime Bell

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2024/05/24

In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, Hope talks with Jaime Bell, Founder of Contracts Market, all aboutthe importance of using lawyer approved contracts to protect your business.Find out why you can't be capturing emails without a Privacy Policy or Terms of Conditions listed on your website. Jaime shares how she harnesses her ADHD to work different times of the day, maximizing her deep focus and her moments of creative magic…and OH so much more!“I truly believe - because I’ve seen it happen -

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Episode 13 | Kelly Turner

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2024/04/22

In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, say HIGH to Kelly Turner, serial entrepreneur (DEEW, Fall For Local and more!) and proud mama based in Squamish, British Columbia.Episode Highlights:Hear how Kelly turned an empty jar with a drafted product label into selling out at Urban Outfitters and IndigoThe one piece of advice Kelly has for business owners now that she's a proud mamaWhy Kelly chooses to be a hands off entrepreneur and where she focuses her precious time in her business and lifeHer

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Episode 12 | Josie Piper

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2024/03/30

In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, say hey to Josie Piper of Fickl Marketing.Episode Highlights:Hear about the trials and triumphs of starting up a tech company from a marketer's lensFind out what designer empathy is, and how to use design thinking in all areas of your businessDiscover Josie's experience in designing a product that is constantly evolving and shiftingFeel how addicting it is to be an entrepreneur, to feel the excitement of behind the scenes, and ride the highs and lows of

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Episode 11 | Sid Baar

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2024/02/21

In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, say hi to Sid Baar, the founder of Say Hey Studio. Learn about the journey of founding their design business, how design has evolved and changed, and how they get to travel and live in Mexico while working. Sid champions women and queer people, and they work towards making a positive difference in our world.Episode Highlights:Learn how Sid started in the tech industry and why they started their own business working with women and like-minded creatives.Find

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Episode 10 | Miranda Sam

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2024/02/07

In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, find out how Miranda Sam, the founder of the clothing brand, SHORTLISTED. Hear all about height tax, shopping your own closet, and what actually is closet sustainability. Miranda's mission is all about elevating the playing field for petites by reducing their mental load.Episode Highlights:Learn what height inclusivity is and why the media isn't talking about it.Find out why Miranda learned how to sew to help her business.Learn all about how Miranda's

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Episode 9 | Kathleen King

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2023/11/11

About This Episode:In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, find out all about Kathleen King and her interesting businesses including owning and operating food trucks across Canada, running the Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival - and BC Shop Local. The BC Shop Local initiative is an amazing hub for small and local business owners to get together, communicate, and hype each other up!Episode Highlights:Why Kat's perspective on why supporting local is EVERYTHINGLearn about all of the amazing

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Episode 8 | Cecile Tucker

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2023/10/31

About This Episode: In this episode of the Magic Hour Podcast, find out all about Cecile Tucker and her journey of becoming a counsellor. Cecile talks about how she thinks social media can be a positive and helpful tool in counselling and how her account gained traction.Episode Highlights:Learn how Cecile developed her passion for counsellingWhat trauma really looks and how it is different for every personHow Cecile was able to create a space for sharing mental health tips and information on social

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