In this special episode of Goddess Collective Hawai‘i, host Andrea Michal steps into the guest seat to share her own story, journey, and the inspiration behind creating the podcast.

Andrea opens up about her path as an entrepreneur, author, coach, and creative woman who followed her heart to Hawai‘i. She shares why storytelling matters, what she has learned through reinvention and growth, and why she feels called to spotlight the voices of women in business across the Hawaiian Islands.

This heartfelt conversation is about courage, community, purpose, and celebrating the wisdom women carry through every season of life. A warm and uplifting episode filled with authenticity, reflection, and aloha.

Alicia Pahs shares her healing journey to Kauai, following a deep inner calling that led her to the island. From teaching yoga to training in Lomi Lomi massage, her path has continued to unfold through facilitating tea ceremonies, bodywork and creating pottery on the North Shore. This episode explores the art of listening deeply and trusting where you are being divinely guided.

We’re joined by Jennifer McTigue of Next Level Equine for a conversation about her work supporting horses through Chinese medicine and holistic care. Jennifer also shares about helping steward Slow Yourself Down in Hanalei, Kauai, and how embracing a slower pace has shaped both her daily life and her approach to healing. A fun and inspiring chat about horses, wellness, and learning to slow down.

We sit down with VanNghi Vo, founder of Keep Kauai Dancing, to talk about her journey from teaching a small group of people Michael Jackson’s Thriller to sharing the joy of dance across Kauaʻi. VanNghi opens up about her childhood, her love for self-expression, and her mission to spread the movement, confidence, and magic of dance island-wide.

In our very first Goddess Collective Hawaiʻi episode hosted by Andrea Michal, we sit down with Victoria McDonald, owner of Akamu Wellness. Victoria shares her journey of building a health and wellness business on Kauaʻi, opening up about the challenges, growth, and resilience it takes to run a heart-centered business in paradise. An honest and inspiring conversation for anyone walking the entrepreneurial path.