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Wide Awake and Wondering

Wide Awake and Wondering

By: Kristin Mason
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Wide Awake and Wondering is a podcast dedicated to the thoughts, worries, and "aha!" moments that only seem to surface at 2:00 AM. Hosted by Kristin Mason, the show explores the full spectrum of the human experience—from the cosmic and the financial to the hilariously mundane. Whether you’re questioning the expansion of the universe, wondering about the difference between a Roth and a Traditional IRA, or simply trying to figure out if black and brown actually go together, Kristin tackles it all with humility, honesty, and grace. This is a space for the curious and the sleepless to find connection in their shared "insatiable wondering." Stop tossing and turning alone. Hit follow before you hit the snooze, and join Kristin in the middle of the night to shine a light on what keeps us all awake.Copyright 2026 Kristin Mason Philosophy Science Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • "Looks Like What You're Doing Is Working": Reclaiming Mobility Through Root-Cause Health with Regina Polk

    "Looks Like What You're Doing Is Working": Reclaiming Mobility Through Root-Cause Health with Regina Polk
    19 Oct 2026

    Ever wondered how much your late-night aches, fatigue, or brain fog tie directly back to your digestive health?

    In this episode of Wide Awake and Wondering, host Kristin Mason chats with health coach Regina Polk, founder of The Well Stop. Regina details her journey from a painful rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis to discovering leaky gut syndrome and natural healing protocols.

    • What leaky gut actually is and how gap junctions affect your immune system.
    • Navigating elimination diets (gluten, dairy, nightshades) without losing your mind.
    • How to avoid "supplement burnout" and advocate for yourself with your doctors.
    • Managing dietary slip-ups with grace, humor, and self-compassion.

    Regina Polk is a certified health coach helping adults overcome chronic gut and inflammation issues through her practice, The Well Stop.

    LISTEN & FOLLOW

    Thanks for spending a part of your night—or your morning—with me. If today’s episode helped you feel less alone in the dark, follow Wide Awake and Wondering on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, leave a rating or review, and share it with a fellow midnight thinker.

    Remember, whether you’re pondering the cosmos or your bank account, the questions are big, but we’re in this together. Don't forget to hit the follow button, before you hit the snooze so you never miss an episode of Wide Awake and Wondering.

    Until next time, keep wondering, and I’ll see you in the middle of the night.

    Powered by CK Mason Consulting: https://ckmasonconsulting.com/podcast
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    34 min
  • From Road Rage to Radical Grace with Connie Warden: Why a Mindfulness Coach Wrote a Book About Being a Jerk

    From Road Rage to Radical Grace with Connie Warden: Why a Mindfulness Coach Wrote a Book About Being a Jerk
    5 Oct 2026

    Struggling to find quiet peace amidst chaotic days and 3 AM anxiety spirals?

    In this episode of Wide Awake and Wondering, host Kristin Mason chats with Connie Warden—author, acupuncturist, yoga instructor, and host of Mindful, Kindful Living. Connie shares how a moment of road rage forced her to confront her own cognitive dissonance, inspiring her book Speeding to Compassion.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Moving from road rage to self-awareness and grace
    • Formal vs. informal mindfulness practices that build nervous system resilience
    • Using gratitude and heartbeat-listening to quiet 3 AM overthinking
    • Overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing self-compassion

    Guest Info & Links:

    Connect with Connie for yoga, acupuncture, and podcast updates at ConnieWarden.com or email her at Connie@ConnieWarden.com. Grab her book Speeding to Compassion on Amazon!

    LISTEN & FOLLOW

    Thanks for spending a part of your night—or your morning—with me. If today’s episode helped you feel less alone in the dark, follow Wide Awake and Wondering on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, leave a rating or review, and share it with a fellow midnight thinker.

    Remember, whether you’re pondering the cosmos or your bank account, the questions are big, but we’re in this together. Don't forget to hit the follow button, before you hit the snooze so you never miss an episode of Wide Awake and Wondering.

    Until next time, keep wondering, and I’ll see you in the middle of the night.

    Powered by: CK Mason Consulting

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    40 min
  • How to Integrate Grief and Joy: Navigating Abrupt Life Transitions Intentionally with Suzanne Jabour

    How to Integrate Grief and Joy: Navigating Abrupt Life Transitions Intentionally with Suzanne Jabour
    21 Sep 2026
    Navigating the Landscape of Loss: Why Your Grief is Normal with Suzanne JabourHave you ever found yourself wide awake at 3:00 AM, replaying a major life transition and wondering how you are supposed to piece your identity back together? Grief is a chaotic, unpredictable monster that society frequently pushes us to hide away. In this raw and deeply necessary episode of Wide Awake and Wondering, host Kristin Mason sits down with Vancouver-based grief educator, coach, and speaker Suzanne Jabour. Together, they strip away the shiny platitudes and explore the gritty, complex reality of reconstructing a beautiful life around catastrophic loss.Dismantling the Traditional Grief HierarchyWe live in a culture that loves to judge and categorize pain. However, Suzanne explains that comparing losses fails to serve anyone. Whether you are navigating a capital-B "Big Grief" like the death of a loved one, or a small-g grief like a career shift, relocation, or relationship pivot—change brings loss, and loss requires mourning. Instead of tracking a rigid timeline, we need to examine how deeply an event disrupts a person’s daily framework.Embracing the Dual Process ModelOne of the most liberating tools discussed in this episode is the Dual Process Model of grieving. Rather than viewing healing as a linear progression through rigid stages, this model frames grief as a natural vacillation. One moment you are forward-thinking—focusing on strategy, family dynamics, and business goals—and the next moment, a wave hits and you are fully inside the heavy "soup" of sorrow. Suzanne shares how learning to honor this flow keeps your emotional baseline moving, preventing long-term stagnation and physical burnout.The Physical Reality of "Grief Brain"If you are struggling to focus at work, forgetting multi-step processes, or fighting severe insomnia, you aren't losing your mind—you are experiencing normal biological grief. Suzanne opens up about her personal battle with intense brain fog following the passing of her son, Ben, in 2020. She highlights the heavy $200 billion annual toll unaddressed workplace grief takes on the economy, urging entrepreneurs and corporate leaders to trade standard, rigid tracking systems for human-centric flexibility. Rebuilding intentionally means learning to tend to your emotions instead of boxing them away in the attic of your mind.Meet Our Guest: Suzanne Jabour Suzanne Jabour is a dedicated grief coach, consultant, author, and speaker based in Vancouver, Canada. After navigating the catastrophic loss of her son Ben in September 2020, Suzanne turned her deep personal journey into a global mission to shift workplace cultures and support individuals through intense transitions. She is a featured co-author of the book 20 Shades of Grief and has shared her powerful insights on the TEDx stage.Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:Connect with Suzanne: Visit SuzanneJabour.comFree Resources for Grievers: Access custom guideposts and chapter excerpts at SuzanneJabour.com/grieversSuzanne’s Book: Find 20 Shades of Grief on Amazon.Book Recommendation: Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily and Amelia Nagoski.Learn More About Kristin: Explore financial and accountability coaching for business owners at CK Mason Consulting.Ready to Keep Wondering? If this raw, unfiltered conversation brought comfort to your late-night thoughts, please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Share this episode with a friend or fellow business leader who needs a gentle reminder to drop the perfectionist shield and lean into self-compassion tonight.LISTEN & FOLLOWThanks for spending a part of your night—or your morning—with me. If today’s episode helped you feel less alone in the dark, follow Wide Awake and Wondering on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, leave a rating or review, and share it with a fellow midnight thinker.Remember, whether you’re pondering the cosmos or your bank account, the questions are big, but we’re in this together. Don't forget to hit the follow button, before you hit the snooze so you never miss an episode of Wide Awake and Wondering.Until next time, keep wondering, and I’ll see you in the middle of the night.Powered by: CK Mason Consultinghttps://ckmasonconsulting.com/podcast
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    41 min
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