Unpacked Podcast (2026)

27/09/2024

🎧 Unpacked Podcast Update ✨

Hey! It’s been a minute, and we wanted to give you a quick update on where we’ve been and what’s happening behind the scenes. We miss this community more than you know, so here’s a little life update:

1️⃣ New Roles: Both Evan and Tara have stepped into exciting new work roles, which has limited our podcasting time. We’re learning in these new adventures but our schedules are a bit packed right now.

2️⃣ Evan’s Coaching: Evan is still offering personal and corporate coaching, using the Enneagram as a powerful tool for growth. If you’re interested in working with him, reach out through the links in our bio. 📩

3️⃣ Zoe’s Thriving! If you remember, Tara adopted her daughter Zoe from South Africa earlier this year. Zoe is doing so well and so is her brother Theo, and Tara is also back to work full-time!

We are endlessly grateful for the love and support you’ve shown us. The Unpacked Podcast has been a life-changing, soul-filling project for us, and while we’re on a break for now, our episodes and website are still live. Please feel free to listen, share, and revisit the conversations we’ve had.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us. We hope to reconnect and podcast again someday! ♥️

- Tara + Evan

22/04/2024

🎧 Your podcast plans for your drive to work, drop-offs, or meal prep!

▶️ Ep. 99 with Tamreen Arif and Annand Ollivierre— Anti-racism delivered! How to grow your anti-racist skill set with You Need this Box

▶️ Ep. 98 with Evan and Tara — Discover the powerful way of understanding stress and disorder using enneagram stances (at, withdrawn or toward energy)

▶️ Ep. 89 with Kosha Carstens — Learn about the Enneagram Type 5's, the growth path and how they focus on being knowledgeable and competent so that they can be as self-reliant

▶️ Ep. 85 with Alex Cameron — Understand depression, exploring signs, symptoms, and ways to care a loved one mental health with guest Alex Cameron

Download, or just press play (link in bio!) enjoy your weekend! Grow and accomplish that list!

🎧 Listen now. Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

19/04/2024

Building a vision ⬇️ I had to understand who’s with me.

Not everyone was serving my future vision. And negativity can be a killer. This is your invitation to dream big and live even bigger Kim Wesstlund on Unpacked this week.

Kim is a visionary, mentor, podcaster speaker and founder. She joins us to share with you her transformative story. From the depths of two divorces and bankruptcy to single parenthood, Kim turned adversity into strength.

Discover how she reclaimed her vision and is now on a mission to empower women like you. In this episode, we chat about the importance of creating personal and professional visions.

Learn how defining your path can lead to transformative possibilities. Your defining day could be today!

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

26/03/2024

Your choices in your neighbourhood have a bigger impact than we even imagine. It's not Canada or Haiti. Widening our perspective and travelling the world helps us see beyond our bubble and mindset of how our actions affect others.

Dr. Manno shared with us, "If you go to space and you look back at this big blue thing - you won’t see Canada or Haiti. You will see home. And if we see it that way the whole place is our responsibility."

Meet Dr. Manno. Specializing in diabetic care and working closely with the Evangelical Covenant Church of Canada, Dr. Manno isn't just your average doctor— every patient has a story beyond their medical record. He is a visionary, community leader and family man.

Join us as we delve into his inspiring life story, his path to becoming a doctor, and his unwavering dedication to serving others.

The Beyond the Mountains series is named for a Hatian Proverb, Beyond mountains, there are more mountains.” Meaning the challenges are continuous; another will follow once one obstacle is overcome. And yet Haitians have unwavering resilience, deep-rooted community spirit, and passionate commitment to education, healthcare, and empowerment.

You can learn more about the projects Unpacked supports at covchurch.ca/haiti

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

22/03/2024

Do you want to be a part of the problem or a part of the solution?

A question that stopped Dr. Manno in his tracks and changed his perspective on how he could serve his community and country. Words that have guided him to solve what is in his capacity to solve and not ignore the issues facing his neighbours.

So meet our friend Dr. Manno. Get ready to be captivated as we unravel the extraordinary tale of this wise soul—from his humble beginnings in Haiti to his impactful role as a physician at Sante 2000 in Haut Limbe.

Specializing in diabetic care and working closely with the Evangelical Covenant Church of Canada, Dr. Manno isn't just your average doctor— every patient has a story beyond their medical record. He is a visionary, community leader and family man.

Join us as we delve into his inspiring life story, his path to becoming a doctor, and his unwavering dedication to serving others.

The Beyond the Mountains series is named for a Hatian Proverb, Beyond mountains, there are more mountains.” Meaning the challenges are continuous; another will follow once one obstacle is overcome. And yet Haitians have unwavering resilience, deep-rooted community spirit, and passionate commitment to education, healthcare, and empowerment.

You can learn more about the projects Unpacked supports at covchurch.ca/haiti

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

08/03/2024

Ever faced a loss or made a mistake you were grateful for? Priviledged is the word we heard over and over this week.

🇭🇹 Elio describes his life in Haiti as privileged and how even in grief of the loss of his father he knew the wisdom and time he'd been given with his dad was so precious.

Meet Elio Dortilus. Elio shares the story of losing his dad, a skilled carpenter and farmer, a man of wisdom and profound lessons. At 16, the passing of his father became a pivotal moment when quickly became the man of the house and sole provider. Struggling with depression and grief over the years he shares what it is like to deal with mental health in Haiti. Elio's pursuit of education took him from the streets of Haut Limbe to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

The Beyond the Mountains series is named for a Hatian Proverb, Beyond mountains, there are more mountains.” Meaning the challenges are continuous; another will follow once one obstacle is overcome. And yet Haitians have unwavering resilience, deep-rooted community spirit, and passionate commitment to education, healthcare, and empowerment.

Juggling work to fund his studies and support his sister, Elio emerged as a testament to resilience and determination. In this episode we hear Elio's perspective as a husband, father, medical supplier, researcher, and community leader, Elio reflects on the enduring lessons his father imparted—friendship, work ethic, and unwavering family care.

You can learn more of the projects Unpacked supports at covchurch.ca/haiti

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

01/03/2024

"We have to make it together. It's not about me - it's about us." - Jessica

We dare you not to fall in love with the people of Haiti! And we dare you not to learn something and have an eye-opening experience of questioning how you live your own life. Perhaps even how you care for your family and neighbours here.

🎙️Meet Jessica Geffrard: administrator, wife, mama, and former leader of the Petite Anse Kids Feeding Project in Haut Limbe, Haiti. In this heartwarming episode, Jessica opens up about her upbringing in Haiti, where she took on the role of caretaker for her siblings while her mom worked tirelessly to provide for them. Her story is a testament to the resilience and strength of the Haitian people.

🌟 In this episode, Jessica shares a real-life example of how her sister needs to make it with her. It's not worth it to make it alone. The culture sees your whole family not just you.

The Petite Anse Kids Feeding Project, a vital initiative in Haut Limbe, strives to ensure no child in the community goes to bed hungry. How can we work together to combat food insecurity and ensure every child has access to nourishment? You can learn more of the projects Unpacked supports at covchurch.ca/haiti

29/02/2024

🥘 The power of a shared meal changes lives and communities. How can we join forces to bring change to places where children are going hungry?

🎙️✨ Meet Jessica Geffrard: administrator, wife, mama, and former leader of the Petite Anse Kids Feeding Project in Haut Limbe, Haiti. In this heartwarming episode, Jessica opens up about her upbringing in Haiti, where she took on the role of caretaker for her siblings while her mom worked tirelessly to provide for them. Her story is a testament to the resilience and strength of the Haitian people.

The Beyond the Mountains series is named for a Hatian Proverb, Beyond mountains, there are more mountains.” Meaning the challenges are continuous; another will follow once one obstacle is overcome. And yet Haitians have unwavering resilience, deep-rooted community spirit, and passionate commitment to education, healthcare, and empowerment.

🇭🇹 The Petite Anse Kids Feeding Project, a vital initiative in Haut Limbe, strives to ensure no child in the community goes to bed hungry. And continues to be a project representing unwavering commitment and resilience. Jessica's passionate leadership was instrumental in empowering the children of Petite Anse and making a lasting impact.

Jessica has a passion for caring for children in Haiti. She wanted them not only to be fed, but to know they are valued. They should see themselves as king and queens - not slave. Even though it's hard for them now, if they think like that one day they will make it through.

How can we work together to combat food insecurity and ensure every child has access to nourishment? You can learn more of the projects Unpacked supports at covchurch.ca/haiti

Take a moment to listen and share!

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

16/02/2024

🇭🇹 There is a place in the world that completely changed everything for how we live and see the world....

It’s time for you to experience this with us without leaving your home (although someday you should come too).

Introducing a new short series, “Beyond the Mountains: A Haiti Series”

Join us as we unpack the lives of incredible individuals—Elio, Jessica, and Dr. Manno—sharing their inspiring journeys and the essence of Haitian culture.

🎙️ In this episode, hear Evan and Tara share what this limited series is about and why they are

In this series the we named for the Haitian proverb, “Beyond the mountains, there are more mountains.” Meaning the challenges are continuous; once one obstacle is overcome, another will follow. And yet Haitians have unwavering resilience, deep-rooted community spirit, and passionate commitment to education, healthcare, and empowerment.

Each story is a testament to the strength that thrives in the face of adversity and leaders who deeply care about their communities.

Take a moment to listen and share!

You’ll gain insights, broaden your perspectives, and witness the beauty of a community that perseveres with joy and determination.

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

15/02/2024

🇭🇹 There is a place in the world that completely changed everything for how we live and see the world....

It's time for you to experience this with us without leaving your home (although someday you should come too).

Introducing a new short series, "Beyond the Mountains: A Haiti Series"

Join us as we unpack the lives of incredible individuals—Elio, Jessica, and Dr. Manno—sharing their inspiring journeys and the essence of Haitian culture.

🎙️ In this episode, hear Evan and Tara share what this limited series is about and why they are

In this series the we named for the Haitian proverb, "Beyond the mountains, there are more mountains." Meaning the challenges are continuous; once one obstacle is overcome, another will follow. And yet Haitians have unwavering resilience, deep-rooted community spirit, and passionate commitment to education, healthcare, and empowerment.

Each story is a testament to the strength that thrives in the face of adversity and leaders who deeply care about their communities.

Take a moment to listen and share!

You'll gain insights, broaden your perspectives, and witness the beauty of a community that perseveres with joy and determination.

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

25/01/2024

Sometimes you just need to laugh with your friends. Am I right? We’re lightening it up this January with a fun episode this week on Unpacked!

Join Evan and Tara for a random, silly conversation on personal growth. Discover the importance of infusing fun into the process, we share insights into funny stories that have helped to pay attention to growth and practices.

We provide practical tips on self-compassion, practices for growth and when it’s time to rest. Hang out with us, pod friends, as this episode offers not only questions to ask your besties but also a glimpse into our current learning experiences. Follow us down any rabbit trails we encounter—it’s a journey worth taking!

🎧 Listen now! Subscribe for more on self-development and healing at the unpackedpod.ca⁠ or wherever you listen to podcasts

19/01/2024

This week on Unpacked we're chatting with Meggie Lee Calvin (), an Amazon Bestselling Author, Speaker, and Coach. Meg's mission is to empower Spiritually-Attuned Go-Getters on their journey to becoming successful authors.

Meg guides writers to unleash creativity and overcome blockages. Drawing on her 15 years in the non-profit sector as a minister to children and families, Meg shares insights into building strong volunteer teams and achieving personal sustainability. Her podcast, 'An Uproarious Profundity,' offers unconventional wisdom for Spiritually-Attuned Go-Getters, promising laughter and profound insights.

Meg shares how to break free from limiting beliefs, tap into your creative potential, and start a transformative process to unleash your true potential.

We can’t wait for you to hear Meg’s advice for building the confidence you need to succeed, so click play NOW!

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