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Cozy with Calinnah

Cozy with Calinnah is your weekly dose of real talk on creativity, healing, and building your dream life.Hosted by singer-songwriter and content creator Calinnah, this podcast brings you cozy convos, artist insights, and behind-the-scenes gems from life as an independent creative.From heartbreak to hustle—pull up a blanket. Let’s get cozy.

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35:07

Outgrowing Your Niche After Burnout

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2026/01/29

Burnout doesn’t always mean quitting — sometimes it means outgrowing what once worked.In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah (CWC), Calinnah sits down with artist and former beauty creator Sarah Novio to talk about taking a full year off to heal and grieve, and why she warned her audience she wouldn’t come back the same.They unpack creative burnout, identity shifts, disappointing expectations, and the emotional reality of evolving your work when people are attached to who you used to be. This

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55:23

Accomplishments Aren’t Enough

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2026/01/22

What happens when you do everything “right” — achieve the goals, build the career, and still feel unfulfilled?In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, Calinnah sits down with Dr. Kat Besas to talk about the hidden cost of achievement, the immigrant pressure to succeed, and why accomplishments alone don’t always lead to purpose. They explore Filipino cultural expectations, burnout, belonging, and how service and community can help redefine what fulfillment really means.This conversation is for anyone

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34:43

From Party to Movement

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2026/01/15

This episode explores how something small can turn into something meaningful.In this conversation, Calinnah sits down with FERG.JP, founder of White Durag, to talk about culture-building, identity, sustainability, and what it really takes to protect the soul of an idea as it grows.What began as an invite-only house party evolved into a global movement rooted in community, self-expression, and intention. They discuss setting culture instead of chasing trends, scaling without losing intimacy, the role

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2:06

Get Out of Your Way

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2026/01/08

It’s still the beginning of January — and not everything needs to be fixed right away.In this solo episode, Calinnah reflects on self-sabotage, perfectionism, and the pressure we put on ourselves to have a perfect start to the year. Inspired by The Mountain Is You, this conversation is about learning how to step out of your own way, give yourself grace, and start from a place of awareness instead of urgency.This is a reminder that healing yourself first can make growth feel more sustainable — and

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3:21

One Year Later

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2025/12/31

One year ago, I set a simple goal: post one video a week for an entire year.In this episode, I reflect on what it really took to stay consistent — the late-night edits, editing on lunch breaks, getting sick, going through a breakup, and still choosing to show up.I also want to thank every guest who trusted me with their stories and shared their life experiences so others could learn from them. Cozy with Calinnah exists because of that openness and honesty.I’m not sure what the future holds for Cozy

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3:12

A Different Kind of Christmas

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2025/12/25

Christmas looks different for me these days.My family is still loving and close — they just live in another country — and over time, the holidays have taken on a quieter, more reflective meaning. In this solo episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I talk about distance, chosen family, shifting traditions, and learning that being alone doesn’t always mean being lonely.This is a conversation about how family evolves, how traditions change as we grow up, and how Christmas can still feel meaningful — even when

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66:40

Food, Healing, and Nostalgia with Dandy Eats

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/12/18

In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with Kimberly, aka Dandy Eats, to talk about food, healing, nostalgia, and how her journey as a food blogger evolved alongside social media itself.Dandy opens up about surviving childhood leukemia, chemotherapy cravings, and a small but unforgettable moment — eating Doritos while watching the Super Bowl just before finding out she was cancer-free. We talk about how food became comfort, memory, and joy during a time when eating wasn’t easy, and how

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48:50

Values Over Approval with Gigi Torres

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/12/11

Gigi Torres spent years navigating an industry with impossible standards — from body image expectations to pressure to fit a specific mold. Instead of shrinking herself, she chose to build her own lane.In this episode, Gigi shares how she turned rejection into purpose, why she created her own dance company and mentorship programs, and how understanding your core values can protect your creativity and keep you from burning out.We talk about: • The audition that changed her life • Breaking free from

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55:42

How Kiyomi Fukui Nannery Turns Grief, Heritage, and...

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/12/04

In this episode, multidisciplinary artist Kiyomi Fukui Nannery opens up about her printmaking process, the natural pigments she creates from plants, and how growing up in Japan shaped her relationship with identity and belonging. She also shares how the passing of her mom transformed her art, her healing, and her purpose as a creator. A conversation on memory, culture, loss, and the power of creativity to help us understand ourselves.Follow Kiyomi: @kiyomimiz Follow Cozy with Calinnah: @calinnah |

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14:04

Small Steps, Big Change (Butterfly Effect Event Recap)

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/11/27

This special episode was filmed at the Butterfly Effect event — a gathering focused on how tiny actions can create massive transformation. I interviewed 7 attendees and artists, each with their own intention for being there: some came to observe, some to learn, some to step out of their comfort zone, and some were ready to take their next big step.At the end, the tables turned and they asked me why I started Cozy with Calinnah and how this podcast began earlier this year. I challenged myself to

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62:13

3 Decades of Dance: Lessons from Dr. Arnel Calvario...

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2025/11/20

Dr. Arnel Calvario Ripkens has been a cornerstone of the dance community for over 30 years. From founding Kaba Modern to leading Culture Shock, managing iconic crews, and bridging artistry with occupational therapy, his impact spans generations.In this episode, we talk about the evolution of dance, the rise of social media, Filipino representation, valuing yourself as an artist, and why great leaders stay lifelong learners. Arnel shares the wisdom behind three decades of service, creativity, and

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51:15

Skating for the Culture | Kwami Adzitso on...

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2025/11/13

In this episode, Calinnah sits down with professional skateboarder @kwamiadzitso — a Ghanaian American creative using his platform to represent his roots, inspire the next generation, and give back through skateboarding.They talk about how COVID changed their mindsets, the business values that drive them, and the importance of representation in creative spaces. Kwami shares his story growing up in Ghana, the influence of Virgil Abloh’s Freedom Skatepark, and what it means to build a legacy that

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74:00

How to Show Up in Music and Life with Dr. Deen Anbar

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/11/06

In this episode, I sit with Dr. Deen Anbar to talk about what it means to show up — both in music and in life. We get into the art of being a supportive bandmate, knowing when to lead vs. when to step back, and how to create without trying to prove anything.We also discuss his path through academia as a musician, the importance of choosing what genuinely brings joy, building better habits, and his journey with sobriety.This conversation is about presence, intention, and listening deeply — to

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31:44

She Made 90s Nostalgia Cool Again | Maria Bone on...

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2025/10/30

She made 90s nostalgia cool again 💿 From viral skits to music lessons with her son, Maria Bone built a career out of pure personality — blending humor, motherhood, and culture into something completely her own.In this episode, we talk about: 🎶 Meeting her favorite 90s and 2000s idols (like Xscape and Bone Thugz) 💡 How posting “just for fun” turned into millions of followers 💬 Why you should always ask — you never know who’s watching ☕ Balancing mom life, creativity, and self-care ❤️ And how

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41:07

What Does It Take to Look Like an Artist? Style,...

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/10/30

What does it really take to look like an artist? 👀In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with my stylist and creative collaborator Suzi Romero (@susyjromero) — the woman behind almost every look, show, and visual concept I’ve done since the beginning. Beyond styling, Suzi is a denim designer, photographer, and creative explorer, and together we talk about how style, design, and identity come together to create the artist aesthetic.We dive into:How fashion shapes an artist’s image

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67:00

From iPhone to AMC: How Kyle Geller Made a $1K Film...

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2025/10/24

How do you make a film under $1,000 and get it screened at AMC? 🎥In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with Kyle Waters Geller (aka @elprimobrand), a Long Beach filmmaker redefining what it means to create outside Hollywood. From shooting on iPhones to premiering his film Sorry World Premiere at AMC Marina, Kyle shares how grit, creativity, and building your own style can take you further than any big budget.💬 We talk about:Making a film for under $1KGetting an indie film into

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60:47

Starting Over Again: Choosing Stability, Healing, and...

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2025/10/16

What does it really mean to start over — to rebuild your life, heal from trauma, and find your creative spark again?In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, designer and entrepreneur Liz Garibaldi opens up about the night a car crashed into Open Gallery — her home and place of business — and how she and her family had to rebuild everything from scratch. Liz also shares her journey through therapy, the tension between choosing stability and creativity, and how being a former nurse shaped the way she

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62:39

Turning Pain Into Art — Teaakat on Healing, Identity,...

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/10/09

In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with Teaakat (aka Tea Noel) — a Filipina singer, songwriter, model, and actress from LA who has transformed seasons of toxicity, abuse, and isolation into powerful artistry. We talk about how modeling opened doors in entertainment, the release of her EP, what it means to represent as a Filipina creative, and how she continues to reinvent herself through music, acting, and beyond.Follow Teaakat on IG: @teaakat Follow me, Calinnah: @calinnahSupport

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51:45

Market Without Burnout | Karen Reyes on Fear, Shows &...

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/10/02

What does it really take to market yourself as an artist — without burning out? In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with Karen Reyes, founder of Indieground and the face of Nothingmag. As a booker, event coordinator, and creative, Karen shares how artists can pitch themselves to promoters and magazines, push past fear, experiment with sound, and find balance by resetting to avoid burnout.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cozy-with-calinnah/donations

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55:44

Stories You Can See | Carolina Isabel Salazar on...

Cozy with Calinnah ·

2025/09/25

When you look at a photo, do you see just an image — or an entire story? 📸In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with Carolina Isabel Salazar, a Guatemalan American photographer whose work has been featured with brands like Levi’s, Spotify, Netflix, Tiffany & Co, and Adidas. Her exhibitions, including GAZE and Artistic Working Class, prove that every image can speak volumes — about identity, culture, and the truths we hold inside.We talk about:How to capture a moment that tells a

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