I am Consciously Curious

I am Consciously Curious is a Chicago based podcast that dissects passionate individuals in various industries. The goal is to share their stories to inspire you to cultivate meaning within your own space. If you are interested in coming on or know someone that would be great for the podcast, please message us on fb/ig: @iamconsciouslycurious

I am Consciously Curious is a business podcast hosted by Victor Chan, with 186 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Victor Chan hosts I am Consciously Curious, a business show with 186 episodes published.

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  187: To Be Seen And Heard Is To Be Loved ft. Jesus “Chuy” Reyes

  Oct 1, 20261h 16m

  "Chuy" Reyes of CR Films joins us to share some of the insights he’s gained while getting to know some of the many street vendors in Chicago. I came upon his work at the height of the ICE raids and around Mexican Independence Day. I noticed the thoughtfulness and attention to detail he has with his subjects. As a Pilsen resident myself, I wanted to learn more about the legends in this neighborhood like "El Tri" or "El Guero". They are reminders of resilience, simplicity, and tradition. Please enjoy my conversation with Chuy Reyes. www.instagram.com/_crfilms https://www.crfilmsvision.com/

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  186. Affordability Through Growth: Joe Holberg on Running for Chicago Mayor as an Outsider

  May 27, 20262h 4mS0

  <p>What does it actually take to make Chicago more affordable, safer, and functional? Joe Holberg — political outsider, former teacher, Google alum, and tech entrepreneur — is running for mayor with a platform built around housing supply, fiscal discipline, and a friendlier environment for businesses of every size. In this episode, Joe digs into the CTA safety crisis, Chicago's permitting problem, the parking meter deal that still haunts the city's budget, and why getting kids to school every day might be the single most important lever in the city. No political jockeying — just problem solving.<br/><br/>www.joeforchicago.com<br/>https...

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  185: Chicago BBQ Roundtable ft. Charles Wong, Shawn Smith, Sam and Stephen Lee

  May 6, 20262h 4mS0

  <p>In this episode, I pass the mic to Charles Wong of Umamicue and Episode 182. He hosts Shawn Smith of Heffer BBQ along with brothers Sam and Stephen Lee of K-TEX BBQ. They share their individual journeys into BBQ and where they’re currently at. They share notes on what has and hasn’t worked, manifesting a brick and mortar, and reflect on what Chicago BBQ can be. It was truly a pleasure to take a back seat as they went to depths I could have never gone to. I hope to host more of these roundtables in the future.</p><p...

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  184. An Alley, A Cause, and Really Good Pizza ft. John Carruthers

  Apr 29, 20262h 41mS0

  <p>John Carruthers didn't set out to raise $100,000 for Chicago nonprofits. He just wanted to do something that felt useful when the world stopped making sense.</p><p>When the pandemic hit, John — a writer and lifelong pizza obsessive — felt the helplessness that most of us did. What started as a weekly family ritual became something stranger and more beautiful — a secret alley pop-up, where strangers donate to John’s monthly charity of choice, show up to an alley, and eat great pizza.</p><p>That's Crust Fund Pizza. And it's become one of the most quietly meaningful food projects in this...

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  183. Yuta Katsuyama: Folding Culture Into Every Rice Ball

  Apr 22, 20261h 27mS0

  <p>Yuta Katsuyama moved to Chicago to study design and business — and quickly noticed something missing: onigiri. What started as a personal craving became a brand now stocked on over 60 shelves across Chicagoland. Yuta talks about bridging Japanese food culture and American entrepreneurship, and what it means to build something from pure necessity.<br/><br/>https://www.onigirikororin.com/<br/>https://www.instagram.com/onigirikororin_riceballs/<br/>https://www.instagram.com/yuta.kororin</p>

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