Caught Off Guard is a podcast about the moments we never planned for that end up changing everything. A mix of solo episodes and conversations, host Jessie Zarrelli talks with creatives, entrepreneurs and artists about the chaos, intuition, loss, luck and single decisions that quietly rerouted their lives. Deep conversations, a little bit of laughter and a reminder that the things we don’t plan for often lead us exactly where we’re meant to be.
In today's episode I talk about how asking the question, " can I do this?" does not always lead us to the path we want to be on. It turns out, we're much more capable than we think.
A better question I've found myself asking is:
Do I want to do this? Do I like doing this? does this bring me joy?
Enjoy today's episode. I will be taking a summer break, see you soon!
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10 Jun 2026
Ep 10 The Messy Middle of Expansion
In this episode, I touch on the messiness of expansion and what it looks and feels like to be between two worlds or two lives and giving ourselves the grace to live in the in-between.
0:00 - 9:11 Intro + Announcements
9:11 Episode begins
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27 May 2026
Ep 009 The Energy Behind Lasting Change
We are so used to creating change from shame and guilt or place of self-hatred and it never sticks. In this episode, I talk about how lasting, sustainable change comes from an acceptance of your situation and a nice sprinkling of self love.
10:36 Episode Begins
14:15 Acceptance vs. Denial
25:28 The Role Self Love Plays in Change
34:27 The Energy Behind Change
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13 May 2026
Ep 008 Single & Hungry: Dating Post Divorce
Intro 0:00 - 14:00
14:00 - My interview with Jace from Single and Hungry Club
In this episode, I was interviewed by Jace, who runs the Single and Hungry Club, which is based in Beacon, NY. We talk about the problems in dating culture today, boundaries and how dating post divorce looks a little bit different.
My advice? If you want to meet your person, go be the best version of yourself. You want to find your soulmate? Go meet your own soul. Take the focus back to yourself and let the magic unfold.
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29 Apr 2026
Ep 007 Clearing Energy to Remember Who You Are
How clearing out our blocks allows us to choose what we want to replace it with and what we want to create in our lives. Clearing out the blocks allows us to access deeper layers of love. And how the way time moves is not how it used to be!
Episode begins at 8:27
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15 Apr 2026
Ep 006 The Artist's Way
This episode is all about 'The Artist's Way,' a 12-week book by Julia Cameron, which guides us through a spiritual practice to connect more to our artistry. I delve into the weekly tasks, morning pages, challenges and insights, emphasizing the importance of living in alignment for creativity. I talk about the experience of living an artist's life and the process of recovering a sense of possibility, connection, strength, compassion, self-protection and faith.
I also share some of my favorite quotes from the book, what resonated most for me, my opinions, and some suggestions if you decide to give the book a try.
Key Takeaway:
Living the life of an artist = living in alignment, which is not easy, but is essential for creativity.
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00:13 - 01:04 full episode on The Artist's Way recap, key takeaways, thoughts, likes/dislikes and recommendations
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1 Apr 2026
Ep 005 TBM and The Power of No
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18 Mar 2026
Ep 004: Aileen Kyoko on Emotional Resilience, the LA Fires and Pilates
In this episode, I interview my dear friend, Aileen Kyoko, a Japanese-American actress, screenwriter, playwright and photographer. You can find her here (https://www.instagram.com/aileenkyoko/) and support her newest film here (https://www.instagram.com/byebyeblackbirdfilm/).
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Timecode
Intro 0:00 - 11:27
11:27 Interview
4 Mar 2026
Ep 003: What Alysa Liu Can Teach Us About Joy
Timestamp:
00:00-12:25 Announcements
12:25 episode begins
13:21 Alysa Liu's background, retiring and returning
16:38 Detachment from outcome
27:32 Perfection vs. fun
38:03 Burnout, sustainability and beginner energy
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19 Feb 2026
Ep 002: Michael Tyler on Turning a Survival Job into a Company
n this episode, I sit down with my friend Michael Tyler to talk about what happens when the path you thought you were on takes an unexpected turn.
Michael Tyler moved to New York from Colorado to pursue acting. Like many actors, he picked up a survival job selling comedy and Broadway tickets in Times Square. What started as a way to pay the bills turned into something much bigger - he and a friend realized they could do it better than the people they were working for and seven years later, they’re running a company.
We talk about identity, letting go of rigid plans, creativity in business and how the thing you “fall into” can be the thing you’re meant to build.
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FlavCity Powdered Latte
The Artists Way
4 Feb 2026
Ep 101: My Experience with Ayahuasca
In this episode, I share my first experience with ayahuasca and the unexpected insights that followed. Plant medicine is deeply personal and this is not a guide or a promise of what anyone else will experience. From initial resistance and curiosity to the moments that shifted how I see myself, healing and deeper consciousness, this episode explores what unfolded and the insights I've gained.
0:00 - 14:40 Intro and Announcements
14:30 - Episode
26 Jan 2026
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Caught Off Guard is a podcast about the moments we never planned for that end up changing everything. A mix of solo episodes and conversations, host Jessie Zarrelli talks with creatives, entrepreneurs and artists about the chaos, intuition, loss, luck and single decisions that quietly rerouted their lives. Deep conversations, a little bit of laughter and a reminder that the things we don’t plan for often lead us exactly where we’re meant to be.
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