Welcome Back, Crushers!

Previously on The Crush Chronicles Podcast

We introduced a very special guest. She and Jitsie have been friends for over 20 years, despite now living half a country away from each other. She’s still as beautifully kind as she was when they were teenagers, running amok on the streets of the little town in which they came of age. If you haven’t already, give our conversation with Erica a listen.

Erica’s Links:

Instagram: @erica_michelle

Her hubby’s music: https://kirkholloway.com

On Today’s Episode

We are thrilled to share Jitsie’s conversation with Orange County, CA Small Business Lover, Jasmin Martinez, owner of The Local Gem Collective. This marketplace houses over 50 women-owned small businesses (think Rose Apothecary, David’s shop in Schitt’s Creek, but colorful!).

Jasmin’s Links for Local Gem Collective:

Instagram: @localgemcollective

Store: Local Gem Collective Marketplace & Creative Space

Jasmin’s Links for Small Business Lover:

Instagram: @smallbusinessloverr

Podcast: The Small Business Lover

Follow Jitsie: jitsie.substack.com, Instagram: @racheljitsawat

Although you do not have to have read The Crush Chronicles to enjoy the episode, if you are curious about this season’s story, you may start here.

What’s to Come

We have great episodes lined up, inspired by chapters from the story of Conner. Episodes will still be released bi-weekly (every two weeks), and the next episode features another unique guest. That episode’s discussion will be inspired by themes that arise in “The Ride,” which is the second chapter in the book of Conner.

We still need guests for this season!

We are still in need of 2-4 guests to complete this season! All are welcome to apply. The requirements are as follows:

1. You must have access to a reliable web browser (Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge) or download the Riverside app on any device. (Interviews are recorded using Riverside.FM.)

2. You must be willing to read a short excerpt from The Crush Chronicles(provided by Jitsie).

3. You must fill out the application.

   *Paid subscribers of The 9 Lives of Rachel Jitsawat have priority when applying to be on the show.

May you find this episode enjoyable, and have a pleasant next two weeks.

✌🏼 Jitsie