Kefi Life

96. Can’t Put a Price Tag on Love

96. Can’t Put a Price Tag on Love
As 2022 comes to an end, Kiki shares her Kefi wisdom with one and all.  This monologue is all about the power of love.
Kiki Vale
Ikarian Sunset
Today's Lexi: 
ΖΩΗ — ZOI (LIFE)
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki is reflecting on a year that included the most travel, the most milestones, and a bounce back from the pandemic.  This monologue is all about LOVE!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: All is Well when you consider THE DASH
Resources:
Kefi L!fe Shop
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

95. Christmas in Bethlehem with Sufian Abu Hanna

95. Christmas in Bethlehem with Sufian Abu Hanna
With days before Christmas, Kefi L!fe travels to the place of Jesus' birth - Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine - for a look at this Holy and Preserved town. 
Sufian Abu Hanna
Today's Lexi: 
Εκκλησία — Ekkilisia (Church)
In Today’s Episode:
Kefi L!fe goes on location to Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine, to learn all about Jesus' birthplace and what Bethlehem looks like today.
Our esteemed Licensed Tour Guide Sufian Abu Hanna, a native of Nazareth, adds all the history and archeology to a place that has been preserved over 2,000 years.
Who is Saint Helena? What are her contributions to the finding of the manger?
How many Christians reside in Bethlehem today, and what are the happenings this Christmas season?
This episode with Sufian inspires the masses to visit a place that was, that is, and will always be Bethlehem, the place where Jesus was born.
Merry Christmas!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: Get that Ola Kala when you feed the hungry!
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

94. Food, Relationships & the Immune System During the Holidays

94. Food, Relationships & the Immune System During the Holidays
Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD Founder of Brain Fitness, Inc is here with great tips to eat well and enjoy relationships during the hectic festive season.
Dr. Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD
Today's Lexi: 
Διακοπές — Diakopés (Holidays)
In Today’s Episode:
Today we are joined by the prestigious Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD Founder of Brain Fitness, Inc, who is spreading holiday cheer with positive and helpful food and relationship suggestions for a healthy and memorable holiday season.
What do we learn today?  
We address the method to approach food over the holidays.
Is there a relationship to food, and how does matter?
What are the relationship flashpoints during the holidays?  Where should your food/ brain space be this season and which routine will help you save 12-16 hours a week in time?
All this for you this holiday season.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: Immune Boosters to keep it Ola Kala! 
Resources:
www.healthbrainfitness.com
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

93. Holiday Mind-Body Relief

93. Holiday Mind-Body Relief
Exercise Physiologist Maura Gates opens her toolbox to provide simple tips for being joyful in mind and body this holiday season.
Maura and Kiki
Today's Lexi: 
Eυγενικός — Evgenikós (Kind)
In Today’s Episode:
Maura Gates - Exercise Physiologist has the tools to help you reduce discomfort and stress so you can experience joy in your mind and body.
Discoverable tips and their use:
Belly Breathing
Bunny Swirl
A formula to decrease inflammation
Holiday stretches
Plan your services ahead of time
Daily remedy for mobility
Feel better and enjoy the season with Maura’s expertise.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: All is well with the use of arnica!
Resources:
Maura Gates on LinkedIn (ln/mauragatesatc)
Maura Gates on Instagram (@flex_chicago)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

92. Activate the Inner Healer Within You via Food

92. Activate the Inner Healer Within You via Food
Activate the inner healer within when you adopt the benefits of healing foods and simple diets. 
Madeline Bucheleres
Today's Lexi: 
Νόσος — Nosos (Disease)
In Today’s Episode:
Holistic Health Coach Madeline B takes us on a journey with food and the potential of its healing benefits. 
Madeline’s health was a disaster and through her self-advocacy and education with the lymphatic system, detoxification, and food as medicine concept, she cured her mind, body, and soul.  Additionally, what is the end goal of food and healing?
Today Madeline is with the Kefi L!fe audience to share her truth about the foods that can heal you inside and out.
Madeline's Oat Milk Recipe:
1/2 cup of rolled oats
3 cups of filtered water
2 teaspoons of maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt 
Blend ingredients until smooth
Use a milk bag or a fine strainer and strain until you have a smooth silky milk texture
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: Eat More Garlic
Resources:
Madeline's Personal Website
Madeline's Free E-Book
Madeline's E-Book Shop
Madeline Bucheleres on Instagram (@madelinebhealth)
Madeline Bucheleres on TikTok (@madelinebhealth)
Madeline Bucheleres on YouTube (@madelinebhealth)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

91. You Will Be Found…Reach Out This Thanksgiving!

91. You Will Be Found…Reach Out This Thanksgiving!
A high school math teacher’s commencement speech provides the perfect Thanksgiving message.
Roger Finnell
Today's Lexi: 
Μαθηματικά — Mathimatiká (Math)
In Today’s Episode:
Roger Finnell, Fenwick High School Math Teacher in Illinois, celebrates a 91st commencement during the 91st episode of Kefi L!fe.
Today, math professor extraordinaire, Roger Finnell, shares his 2022 commencement message and inspires Kefi L!fe listeners to begin the practice of “Reaching Out.” 
The song “You Will Be Found” from the Dear Evan Hansen musical soundtrack provides the message for a moving speech to the Fenwick High School 2022 senior class.  The words of Mr. Finnell’s commencement message is food for thought this Thanksgiving holiday season and always. 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: Encouragement inspires.
Resources:
Roger Finnell's Commencement Speech at Fenwick High School
You Will Be Found by Sam Smith - from the Dear Evan Hansen soundtrack
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

90. Travel Survival Guide to Keep it Ola Kala

90. Travel Survival Guide to Keep it Ola Kala
Conde Nast Magazine’s Top Travel Specialist Mina Agnos returns with viable travel tips for the trip of a lifetime.
Mina Agnos
Today's Lexi: 
Επιβίωση — Epiviosi (Survival)
In Today’s Episode:
Mina, an inveterate traveler, is listed in Travel + Leisure's A-List of the World's Top Travel Agents and is one of Conde Nast Magazine's Top Travel Specialists. Her leadership and passion have been instrumental in the growth of Travelive, a company, in which personalized travel experiences are created based on guest preferences and expectations.
Mina returns for a special Kefi L!fe appearance to prepare us for an Ola Kala travel experience abroad.
Travel Tips discussed in this episode:
Pack your patience
Keep an open mind with the best intentions
Passport info
Plan your services ahead of time
Trip Advisor info
Learn language phrases
Currency overseas
ATM preparation
Packing efficiently
Shoe selection
Tour guide selection
What to avoid
Best time to book your trip
Family travel advice
What makes Mina and her team at Travelive unique is their vetting process of each property service and agency they recommend!
This is an essential episode to listen to for effortless travel abroad or otherwise.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Space bags for easy travel!
Resources:
www.Travelive.com
Why Travelive?
Contact Travelive via Email
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

89. One Man’s Pursuit of What He is Born to Do Leads to a Life in Photography

89. One Man’s Pursuit of What He is Born to Do Leads to a Life in Photography
Chicago-based; Ireland-born photographer Barry Butler shares a tale of passion, patience, and photography to live Ola Kala!
Barry Butler
Today's Lexi: 
Επιτυχία — Epitychia (Success)
In Today’s Episode:
Chicago-based; Ireland-born photographer Barry Butler is on Kefi L!fe to share his exciting work in photography. His newly curated exhibit: Flow - Water Brings Life to Chicago is now open.
You will be interested in Barry’s approach to capturing a memory on film. 
Discover the beauty of Chicago's and Ireland's landscapes...and why would someone love Donegal?
What has photography taught Barry: be patient and feed your spirit with the work you do. 
Barry finds Kefi in his work and it shows…with landscapes and everything Chicago and Ireland, the place of his birth.
Autumn Afternoon
One of Barry's favorite lightning images
BeanHenge
Autumn Awakening
 
View Barry Butler’s Flow - Water Brings Life to Chicago Exhibit at the Navy Pier in Chicago through the end of 2023.
CHICAGO — Navy Pier is honored to open a new exhibit, “Flow - Water Brings Life to Chicago,” starting at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17. Barry Butler’s 22-image exhibit is a celebration of many of the picturesque views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago River and Buckingham Fountain throughout the city. The gorgeous collection, showcasing all seasons, reveals enchanting water attractions around Chicago from both the sky and the ground.
“Barry Butler’s ability to see the extraordinary in everyday locations, combined with an unflinching talent for capturing the right moment with lightning-strike precision, has led him to be called ‘Chicago’s picture poet,’ and we’re thrilled to showcase his extraordinary photography here at Navy Pier,” said Navy Pier President and CEO, Marilynn Gardner. “It’s exciting to see the city you love through the eyes of an artist who shares that same passion for Chicago.”
Guests can find the new exhibit between partners Kilwin’s Chicago at Navy Pier and Making History Chicago (garage doors 5 and 6). Each image featured in the exhibit also includes a unique QR code through which visitors can watch a video with more information about the photo. The exhibit will run through December 31, 2023.
“I am thrilled to bring my photography to Navy Pier. I’ve captured images from around the world; but photographing Chicago is truly a passion project,” said photographer Barry Butler. “Whether you live in Chicago or are a tourist to the Windy City, you will find that water brings life to Chicago. I am so grateful to capture these treasured moments for a lifetime.”
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Follow the Green
Resources:
BarryButlerPhotography.com
Barry Butler's Navy Pier Exhibit
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.