{"podcast":{"title":"Fit 2 Love Podcast with JJ Flizanes","slug":"fit-2-love-podcast-with-jj-flizanes-319823","podcast_index_feed_id":319823,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/fit2love/","website_url":"http://jjflizanes.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/a9c30b3c-5382-4dfd-aca6-7ace8341d937/fit-to-love-for-itunes-2019.jpg","author":"JJ Flizanes","episode_count":784,"summary":"Fit 2 Love Podcast Show features fitness, health, dating, relationships, cooking, nutrition, spirituality and all things wellness for the happy life you deserve. Fit 2 Love offers video and audio podcasts to address your holistic life and needs. Get all the motivation and inspiration you need daily here!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-21T14:17:19.024987+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fit-2-love-podcast-with-jj-flizanes-319823"},"episode":{"title":"Ep. 814: Seasons of Life Celebrations","slug":"ep-814-seasons-of-life-celebrations","published_at":"2026-05-19T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fit-2-love-podcast-with-jj-flizanes-319823/ep-814-seasons-of-life-celebrations","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fit-2-love-podcast-with-jj-flizanes-319823","url":"http://jjflizanes.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d0665edd-642f-4de0-a165-147009d2f6db.mp3","summary":"Ritual, Grief, Community & Celebrating Life’s Transitions with Gia Ilole In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, JJ sits down with Gia Ilole, founder of Seasons of Life Celebrations, to explore the healing power of ritual, intentional community, and honoring life’s transitions — both joyful and painful. After experiencing profound personal loss — the death of her sister followed just six months later by the sudden loss of her husband — Gia discovered a deep need for meaningful, secular ceremonies that support people through grief, transition, and transformation. Together, JJ and Gia discuss: Why ritual matters more than ever in modern life How intentional ceremonies help people heal and reconnect The emotional importance of community and shared experiences Why transitions deserve acknowledgment — not just weddings and funerals How grief can uncover purpose, service, and a new calling The role of celebration in milestones like divorce, retirement, career shifts, menopause, empty nesting, and personal reinvention Why many people need support creating ceremonies that truly reflect who they are Gia shares how her business helps individuals and families design customized ceremonies, memorials, and celebrations that feel deeply personal and healing — whether in person or remotely. JJ also reflects on her own love of ritual, community-building, and creating memorable experiences through intentional gatherings, traditions, and ceremonies. The conversation expands into: Love languages and quality time Creating annual traditions and meaningful gatherings Estate planning beyond finances Leaving loved ones guidance for memorial wishes The growing need for community-centered healing One of the most powerful themes of the episode is this: We don’t have to wait for tragedy…","meta_description":"Ritual, Grief, Community & Celebrating Life’s Transitions with Gia Ilole In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, JJ sits down with Gia Ilole, fo…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2688,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/fit-2-love-podcast-with-jj-flizanes-319823/episodes/ep-814-seasons-of-life-celebrations/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fit-2-love-podcast-with-jj-flizanes-319823/ep-814-seasons-of-life-celebrations.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}