Jenn Pipe & the Areté Today Podcast

Jenn Pipe & the Areté Today Podcast


Latest Episodes

Some Thoughts on the Importance of Giving People Space
October 03, 2014

It was time to dust off the microphone today and discuss some thoughts on giving people space to process things in their own way and on their own terms. I talk a bit about how, when we are uncomfortable with someone else's emotions,

The S.C.O.R.E. Method of Parenting Makes Back-to-School Shopping a Breeze
August 18, 2014

In today's episode of Arété Today, I get real about back-to-school shopping, dressing room degradation, and Target tantrums. Based on my recent experience of school shopping with my daughters, at least 60% of you will benefit from this advice and I hav...

Reflections On New Perspectives and Acting in Love
July 01, 2014

First and foremost, HOW IS IT JULY ALREADY? The first six months of 2014 have whizzed by in a blink! - There is a new Areté Today podcast on iTunes today. Admittedly (and sheepishly), it has been quite some time since one has been recorded.

Are You Tilling Your Soil? And Other Profound Lessons From the Garden
May 28, 2014

In this, the 13th installment of Areté Today, we dig deep into some profound lessons from the garden. I'm one of those people who gets my inspiration from a multitude of sources—the ocean, art, literature, other people—the list is endless.

Meanies, Conflict, and Bullying—Everything You Need to Know
May 16, 2014

In the first new episode of Areté Today in over two weeks, I discuss at length the topics of meanies, conflict, and bullying. Because I run the area's only art-based social emotional empowerment program for kids and adults, I get numerous questions arou

10 Things That Are Better Than Sexy
April 29, 2014

  If I'm being honest, being "sexy" is a nice-to-have. Life tends to be easier for the pretty people. If you're inherently sexy and attractive, it's kind of like getting a bonus in the personal attribute lottery. If you are nice on top of it, you are v

Carbs Are My Drug of Choice
April 17, 2014

In today's Podcast I share a very personal story about how, when I am feeling raw and cut to the quick, I unconsciously numb with unhealthy food choices. I also share how I have just recently become aware of what my triggers are. Inherently an athlete and

The Power and Privilege of the Internet
April 08, 2014

In today's Areté Today Podcast, I talk about the tremendous power and privilege that comes with using the Internet.  Because I am a first-world entrepreneur, teacher, and parent, I spend a significant amount of time on the Internet both for business and

Are Women Effective Negotiators? A Podcast.
April 01, 2014

Today's Podcast tackles another issue in the Women's Empowerment series: are women effective negotiators? Why? Why not? Are we happy where we are? What, if anything, can be done to affect change? After reading an article in a recent issue of Flow Magazin

For Teenage Girls Everywhere - A Podcast
March 25, 2014

This episode of Areté Today was specifically recorded for teenage girls the world over. Prompted by things I am witnessing in person and online, I wanted to reach out. This is a way to support teenage girls directly, and also support the parents who love