Rays of Light Podcast
Brought to you by Karisha Kirk and Makiko Suzuki
Welcome to Rays of Light, a podcast set in the fictional village of Sunnyside
— a place not so different from your own
Each episode follows a resident facing a familiar struggle: fear of public speaking, social media addiction, loneliness, jealousy, political anxiety, and more.
As fictional hypnotherapists guide them through powerful inner transformations, two real-life hypnotherapists interject with insights, reflections, and gentle guidance—shining a light of hope on each story.
Join us as Sunnyside evolves from a disconnected village into a community of healing, growth, and human connection.
What Makes This Podcast Unique
Most Recent Episodes
Carene Neibaur is a fifteen-year-old who dislikes how she looks, and her father is very worried about her unhappiness. Listen in to hear hosts Karisha and Makiko explore how simple questions can open up new approaches to problems. They also discuss the benefits of creative activities, like drawing and visualizing, and why those often lead to quick results for children and teenagers.
Gwen Poulin is having difficulty getting enough sleep. With her business partner’s choices putting their beloved café at risk, Gwen needs a clear mind more than ever, and three to four rocky hours of rest aren’t enough. Listen in to hear Makiko and Karisha discuss ways we can all improve our habits around sleep. Makiko also answers a listener’s question about whether or not she likes protein!
Daniel Miller has feared public speaking for as long as he can remember. While grieving the death of his closest friend Brent, he is asked to be the main speaker at Brent’s memorial. Listen in to hear Makiko and Karisha discuss why the fear of public speaking is so common. They also explain how they know that everyone can be hypnotized.
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Hosts
Karisha Kirk: Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
Karisha has always been thoroughly fascinated by stories, in literature and in life. She utilizes her training as a certified hypnotherapist to empower her clients to make small yet powerful changes in thought and behavior that allow them to create a more joyful narrative.
Makiko Suzuki: Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
Makiko helps professionals overcome fear—especially fear of public speaking—so they can lead with clarity and confidence. Her own healing journey sparked a deep passion for the mind-body connection, and now she helps others create lasting change from within.
High Street Jack
High Street Jack is a rock band featuring keyboards, slide guitar, and vocal harmonies.
Their music is available on all major streaming services, such as Spotify and YouTube Music