The With Intention Podcast with Hannah Folau

Welcome back to The With Intention Podcast. I am your host, Hannah Folau, and in today's episode I am joined my a dear friend, fellow former student-athlete, small business owner, and oldest sister. Consider Katie Checkosky our designated older sister and this episode a little bit of everything we need to hear. From D1 athletics during a global pandemic to creating her own LLC, Katie has quality advice to dish out. Listen now and check her out! Follow her on InstagramFollow her on TikTokCheck out her website

Hello and welcome to the FINAL episode of 2025! In true Hannah fashion, I reflect on the past year and share my intentions for the new year! 2025 was chaotic to say the least. I faced a lot of low lows, but also a lot of high highs. With challenges comes redirection. And while that can be terrifying, I am so thankful to be redirected towards things, places, people, opportunities that serve me. 2026 is the year of the horse and as a formal horse girl I am pumped. 2026 is all about moving with confidence, authenticity, and a degree of boldness. Listen to today's episode to hear the qualities I aim to embody in this next year and the risks I plan to take. This podcast truly would not be possible without every single one of you. This is so much more than a podcast to me. It is a community and family. I cannot wait to keep nurturing and building this community with you all in 2026. Thank you for your support throughout 2025, I am so immensely thankful. Happy new years! Peace and love, Hannah Folau

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and I am so thankful you chose to listen to this episode and support this podcast. It is T-1 month until my frontal lobe develops, at least I am hoping it does. Mentally I am feeling like my iPhone (brain) is going through a software update, I can't use my phone momentarily, and I have no idea what new features this update includes and whether I will even like them. It is the prequel to my quarter life crisis! Things are starting to "click" yet some things in my life seem more murky than ever. I feel constantly overwhelmed with choices and decision-making, but also believe this is a major privilege + a beautiful thing. I hope you enjoy today's episode. Subscribe and follow on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. And follow on IG: @withintentionpod and TT: @hannahfolau Peace and love!

Welcome back or to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and from the bottom of my heart thank you for clicking on today's episode. Todays episode is definitely a vulnerable one and required me to swallow my pride.Truth is, I have been applying to jobs since May. Tomorrow is the first of December. But, I know that I am not alone in navigating the tumultuous job market + an industry that has been shattered by the current administration. Today is not about providing answers or advice, rather the goal of this episode is to remind those in similar situations that they are not alone. I also hope this episode is helpful for friends and family who aim to support their unemployed loved ones. Employment and finances are rarely discussed in private, but definitely not in public. I want to change that. I hope this helps even just 1 person. Peace and love to each of you this holiday season.

Hello and welcome to/back the With Intention Podcast!! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and I am so glad you have chosen to listen to this episode. In today's episode I give a long over do life update. I returned to the US from 3+ months in Tanzania in September and then gave a Tedx Talk at Clemson University. So much to share with you! Please share this episode with a friend, as I am always looking to build our With Intention community. I hope you feel like we are on Facetime during this episode. Peace and love, Hannah

In today's episode I am joined by my hilariously talented friend and former Georgetown lacrosse teammate, Lauren Lisauskas. To many she is known as Lauren. But, to the Georgetown Women's and Men's Lacrosse teams, she is Sauce. In this episode Lauren shares her experience in deciding to write a book, what that process looks like, how one goes about getting published, and how to market your product without comprising yourself. The name of this episode was inspired by an off the record conversation we had about how to navigate marketing yourself and your brand in a world where social media feels like the only way, but a way that feels difficult to break into and to stay genuine in. We laugh, we cry, and we get deep. I am so proud of Lauren and the way she "loves emotional shit". After all, isn't that what this is all about? After listening to today's episode make sure to follow Lauren's blog here. Peace and love to you lovely humans!

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast. In today's episode I am joined by fellow podcasters Marlee and Crissy! They are co-hosts of the Out of Office Podcast, a place for raw and unfiltered conversations (that you probably wouldn't have in an office). They are truly two badass women with high aspirations. We talk about being a creative, being your own boss, the numbers game that is social media, how the algorithm has made us less creative, and ways to avoid burnout. I really enjoyed how genuine and authentic this conversation was. I truly feel like I can run through a brick wall after talking with them. After you listen to this episode, go check out the Out of Office Podcast here and their photography business, Total Capture Photography! Peace and love!!Marlee (@marleeracq)- Marlee Media PR Crissy (@crissystyles)- Ash and Honey Beauty Bar

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! Today I am joined by two brilliant minds and dear friends, Kendall Bryant and Kate Barranco. These two have just published a profound article titled media literacy and the future of youth online . In today's episode we discuss media literacy, digital citizenship, artificial intimacy, and the healing and harming of social media. I am honored to be in conversation with such brilliant minds asking the questions and seeking answers to complex ideas that do not a one size fits all answer. Enjoy today's episode and check out their published article ⁠here⁠ !!Peace and love!!

Welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! In today's episode I am joined by a dear friend and fellow yogi, Sagari Rao. Sagari and I immediately clicked when we met. Her passion for intellectual discussions is what drew me in and is what I think will draw you into today's episode. Sagari discusses how she found human design and how conscious manifestation has helped her to realize she has all the tools within her to call in what she wants. Human design is concerned with the idea of understanding our energy and personality to live the life want. If you are interested in spirituality, philosophy, self-help adjacent topics, then this episode is right for you! Sagari is so well spoken about how she works in tandem with her energy to manifest and exposes the manifestation myths for what they are. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Please see the resources below if you are interested in learning more about the ideas and terms we discussed in today's episode. I highly recommend getting your human design chart! Peace and love! Get your Human Design chart hereWebsite for founding information hereNewer age info here (especially if you want info on melding HD and conscious manifestation)To Be Magnetic podcast for finding life's purpose using HDYouTube channel centered on HD design types (there are many of these, but I found myself looking through this one the most) 

Welcome back/to The With Intention Podcast! Today I have a special collaboration for you with my dear mentor and friend, Carley Kendall. Carley recently launched her brand, Subtle Rebel, so consider this our first of many Subtle Rebel x The With Intention Podcast collabs. Subtle Rebel is a brand that allows two things to be true at the same time. You can be a leader, but be quiet. You can be kind, but stand up for yourself. You can be strong, but you can be vulnerable. In a world where everyone is trying to put us in a box and make us choose between two options, Subtle Rebel provides a space for us to acknowledge there are more than two options. In this episode, Carley shares her creative roots and how this brand came to be. This brand is built on the insecurities and insults from characters in Carley’s life. And I think that is what makes Subtle Rebel so special. Carley took inspiration from times people put her down and tried to put her in a box to make themselves feel more comfortable. Please go celebrate and check out Carley’s art @ The Subtle Rebel Shop . Thank you for listening to today’s episode and make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Peace and love! 

You have ChatGPT to thank for this podcast episode title LOL. Anywayssss... welcome to or welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host Hannah Folau, and by the title you have probably gathered that I have had quite a few life changes over the past few months. I had to ask ChatGPT for help with this title because so much and such variety is discussed in this solo episode. I share how everything went downhill starting January 20th (no irony intended). I had to breakup with my therapist, was put on administrative leave because of the administration, then I was broken up with, I collected several odd jobs, got a tattoo, became a yoga teacher, oh and I moved to Tanzania. 2025 has been pure manic chaos, but I know this is all serving me and what is meant for me will find me.While I hope none of you have endured what I have in the past few months, I do hope that you resonate or take something away from this episode. While editing, I reflected how proud I am of this version of myself. While this episode was recorded on April 4th and since then I have quit my job and moved to Tanzania for the summer, I commend this version of myself for being vulnerable and getting through difficult times. I am so proud of her and just want to give her a big hug and say thank you. I love you all and this community so much. Enjoy XOXO Peace and love as always, Hannah

Warning: this episode does talk about mental health. Please listen at your own discretion and always prioritize your own mental health before choosing to listen to this episode. Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast!!!! If this is your first time, listening WELCOME! I am your host Hannah Folau and I am absolutely thrilled you pressed play on this episode. Subscribe to this podcast or follow me on IG @thewithintentionpod for all the latest updates and posts:) After too long of a hiatus *but necessary for professional and personal reasons* I am back! In today's episode I am joined by one of my former professors and current mentors, Dr. Shabab Wahid. Dr. Wahid is a mental health specialist and is currently an assistant professor in the School of Health at Georgetown University. His areas of focus are: "(1) the connection between climate change and mental health; (2) the influence of culture on the lived experience of mental illness; and (3) development, cultural adaptation, and evaluation of community-based interventions targeting mental illness and reducing mental health stigma and discrimination." It is safe to say Dr. Wahid is more than qualified to be discussing mental health at the global level. With features in The Lancet Planetary Health, Times Magazine, and BBC World Service Radio, Dr. Wahid's research and discoveries have great impact on the prioritization of mental health in not just the healthcare space, but nearly every facet of life. I highly encourage you to read his published work which can be found below. https://gufaculty360.georgetown.edu/s/contact/0031Q00002SEFlWQAX/shabab-wahidThank you Dr. Wahid for joining me in today's discussion!

Hello and welcome to SEASON 2 of The With Intention Podcast!!!!! 1 year later and I am overwhelmed by the joy, love, authenticity and support of this community. Thank you for those who have listened over the last year and welcome to those who are joining us! In today's episode I reflect on 23 things I learned in my 23rd year of life. With the new year, turning 24, and 1 year of my podcast I am looking forward to all that is to come. This podcast and community mean everything to me. It has and continues to fill my cup in ways I didn't know were possible. I hope you enjoy today's episode! Please recommend this podcast to anyone who you think would like it:) Peace and love, Hannah

Hello and welcome to the season 1 finale of The With Intention Podcast. Today I am flying solo as I reflect on 2024 and set my intentions for 2025. I recall some major highlights of this past year as well as things that didn't resonate or align with me. I go on to share my personal, social, and career/podcast intentions for 2025. In 2024 I felt more sure of myself and more of a sense of community than ever. I also felt the least anxious (major accomplishment). This podcast is my baby and this community feels like family. I have trouble putting into words the impact that this podcast has had on me this past year. All I know is that I plan on using the momentum from 2024 to enter 2025. I hope to NOURISH every aspect of my life this year and continue to grow and evolve as I refuse to stay stagnant in my growth. I am so excited for what is to come for you and I this year. I hope you enjoy this episode and please share if you reflect on 2024 and set your intentions for 2025! Peace and love, Hannah

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am your host, Hannah Folau, and today I am joined by the brilliant Lauren Irwin for a challenging yet necessary conversation. Lauren Irwin is a breaking news reporter for The Hill, a nonpartisan news outlet based in the nations capital. Lauren helps us all to reflect and understand the role of journalism during the 2024 presidential election and how it will be shaped by the incoming Trump administration. This episode includes a balance of journalistic insight as well as a reflection of the emotional toll this election took on many of us. Lauren provides contexts for how Americans receive their political news and gives tangible examples of how to turn anger into productivity. The anger, fear, disappointment is all valid, however, it is a waste if not put into action. It is on all of us to stay informed and to bring people with us. Lauren, I want to thank you for your hard work in keeping our elected officials accountable. This episode is not meant to tell which party to align yourself with, if anything this episode isn't about politics because this election was not about politics, but rather morals. As always peace and love, Hannah

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast. I am truly humbled, floored, inspired, and overjoyed after my conversation with Cailin Bracken. For those who have not had the privilege of meeting her, Cailin is one of the most genuine souls you will come across in this world and has been a prominent voice in the mental health space. She is the host of Sunday Questions and author of A Letter to College Sports. She is intelligent, well articulated, and full of love.  This is a huge deal for me because I came across Cailin’s page after reading A Letter to College Sports. Like I always say, what is meant for you will not miss you. And I was meant to read this letter at the time that I did (one of the lowest points of my mental health). I can confidently say that Cailin and her words are a significant reason why I am here today. Her words gave me the willpower to seek help and therapy. So having the opportunity to discuss post-grad, identity, mental health advocacy, lobbying and policy, and our podcasts and the directions we hope to see them go has genuinely filled my cup. Cailin, thank you for continuing to show up and speak out about mental health. You’re a gift and I will cherish this friendship for the rest of my life. To know you is to love you.  I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as I did recording it.  Peace and love,  Hannah 

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! Today I am joined by a very special human being, Erin Drebushenko! Erin is a recent college graduate from Ursinus College and she is currently working for the Society for Neuroscience as well as The Hidden Opponent, "an accredited non-profit and advocacy group that raises awareness for student-athlete mental health and addresses the stigma within sports culture" started by Victoria Browne. Oh and did I mention that Erin is also working towards her master's degree at West Chester University? In this episode Erin discusses how she got involved with The Hidden Opponent and how her role in the organization has evolved over the years. Erin sheds light on the fact that there are very few resources for coaches and professionals in the sports world and the realization of a similar trend in the work force. Erin is truly a genuine and intelligent soul and I am so excited for you guys to get to know her. She has already contributed in such a profound way to the mental health awareness cause and I know I am eager to continue to watch her break even more barriers and glass ceilings. Peace and love, Hannah ​

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! I am over the moon excited that you are here and chose to listen to today's episode. Today I am joined by Lily Park, known to many as Wellnesswithlilyy on Instagram! Lily is without a doubt one of the most authentic people I have been fortunate enough to cross paths with. Lily has this way of making you want to tell her all your secrets and get vulnerable with her right away. Lily is just a few months away from receiving her Master's in Nutrition and Dietetics from Jefferson. In this episode, Lily sheds light on her thoughts on the wellness space, graduate school, nutrition, medication, and therapy with lots of beautiful tangents from both of us in between! Tune in and get to know the lovely Lily Park. I am beyond grateful the internet brought me to her and that I had the incredible opportunity to have such a great conversation on a plethora of important topics with her. Thank you Lily Park and congrats on your podcast debut! Peace and love, Hannah

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast! In today's episode we are joined by the talented and kind, Sophia Price!!!!! Sophia Price is making a name for herself in the photography industry and you will not want to miss her story. Sophia goes through her entire photography journey: how photography came about very organically, the mentors that inspired her, and how she came to work with brands such as Steve Madden, the NHL, MLS, and USWNT. Sophia Price is far from mediocre and you'll see why when you listen to this episode. She is a true inspiration, badass, and above all an incredibly genuine girls girl. Check out her own photography business here: https://www.sophiapricephotography.com/ Thank you for such an incredible conversation Sophia! Peace and love, Hannah

Hello and welcome back to The With Intention Podcast, I am SO happy that you are here and chose to listen. This episode is long overdue, but finally the day has come where Paige Sim has graced us all with her presence.  The greatest way to meet new friends is through your already vetted best friends and that is exactly how Paige and I met (shoutout Ruby and Lanni).  I am in awe of Paige every single day and she pushes me to be the best version of myself. Paige is the definition of a friend who shows up and shows out. Today’s episode is a celebration of all the wisdom and authenticity that Paige holds.  We talk MCAT, the joy of having choices, qualities we get from our parents, therapy, & so much more. Tune in and be prepared to have a huge friend crush on Paige Sim after this episode.  Peace and love you, mean it (something Paige always says) <3