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Red Shelter - Shurr Jr25 Apr 202501:01:17

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Frankie and Kelly Maxwell stop by the show to discuss how the band came together, their father and his love of music, their new EP, Red Shelter, sobriety, and more. 

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Shurr Jr is a family power trio that consists of a guitarist/vocalist, Nick Maxwell,  Drums, Frankie Maxwell, and Kelly Maxwell on bass. The siblings’ father, Frank Maxwell, was an Omaha music legend who played guitar in the band Fifth of May in the ‘80s and ‘90s. No doubt, the apples didn’t fall far from the tree. 

They're a band made up of two brothers and a sister from Sioux Falls.  Their father was a well-known musician in Omaha, but he died a few years ago.  Since they were a very musical family, the kids decided to do a band as a tribute to their dad...  The name "Shurr Jr." is a takeoff on one of their dad's favorite sayings, "Sure, Junior" as a replacement for "Yep, okay."

The name of the EP is also a nod to their father, too... He wanted to name a band or album "Red Shelter," but he passed away before he could make that happen, so the kids in Shurr Jr. decided to name that album as another tribute to him.

Musically, they take elements of Pixies, Elliott Smith, Husker Du, Avett Brothers, the Replacements, and Title Fight.  

This is the new single/video, "Ink": https://youtu.be/u1-p5WtdQ9o?si=lEal3FveTCWIiMcz

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Wilder All The Time - Chris Berardo18 Apr 202501:06:58

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This week on the show, Chris Berardo stops by the show to discuss his latest release, Wilder All the Time, touring, and more.

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Chris Berardo is another artist whose life hasn't been the easiest. He was on a MAJOR upswing career-wise a decade ago before the dreaded cancer reared its ugly head. He was forced to abandon his music career to take care of himself, but now, after a decade of fighting, he is releasing his first album since... and it's a great one. 

A consummate and charismatic performer, Berardo's smoky voice and lived-in tales have charmed audiences from intimate acoustic shows to full-blown theater concerts, often opening for some of his idols, including The Doobie Brothers, The Marshall Tucker Band, Dickey Betts & Great Southern, and America.

Chris Berardo and The Desberardos have just released their long-awaited fourth album, “Wilder All The Time”. It’s a deeply personal record that’s easily among the best works of his career! Chris talks about the record, playing live, and his travels from New York to Los Angeles to his current home in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Watch this video for his new song "Take Me Back" which features pics and vids from his childhood: https://youtu.be/MDjJXH0ThW8?si=wdw3aYijfmIobIxe.  

Listen to his album here: https://haulix.promo/xwnr


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He/Hymn - Lenny Zenith14 Feb 202501:04:01

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Lenny Zenith is more than an artist—he’s a trailblazer in the transgender community, whose life and music have broken boundaries and shattered stereotypes. His career, spanning decades, includes leading iconic bands like Jenifer Convertible, Tenterhooks, Minor Planets, Pop Comb, and RZA as well as his collaborations with industry legends like James Murphy and Wharton Tiers. Lenny’s genre-bending sound draws from his Cuban heritage, merging rock with jazz, electronica, and orchestral ballads, resulting in a body of work that’s as diverse as it is powerful.

Lenny’s journey as a transgender man began in his youth in New Orleans, where he struggled to find acceptance while facing the challenges of adolescence. As a young transgender person, he found sanctuary at NOCCA (New Orleans Center for Creative Arts) and life-saving support from two compassionate doctors at Tulane Medical Center, who guided him through a difficult time.

Yet, even with this support, Lenny’s path was filled with hurdles. Outed in high school by a classmate, Lenny was forced to leave McMain Magnet School (New Orleans), completing his education in isolation. Despite these challenges, his strength and determination led him to continue his musical career, though his transgender identity remained hidden from the public eye for many years. Fear for his safety kept him silent, but Lenny’s artistic expression always reflected his inner truth.

Now, Lenny is no longer silent. In 2018, he fully embraced his identity with the release of What If The Sun, followed by the 2022 trans anthem “Where Is Safe,” a powerful response to the growing threats against transgender people, particularly youth, in the United States. With He/Hymn, Lenny steps forward once again—boldly sharing his story through music that speaks to the universal need for acceptance, love, and healing.

With He/Hymn, Lenny Zenith’s artistic vision reaches new heights, showcasing both his growth as an artist and the assured power of his voice. It is a remarkable testament to his journey and his extraordinary talent.

His music doesn’t just resonate with the transgender community—it speaks to anyone who has ever felt different, isolated, or in search of their true self. He/Hymn is a testament to his strength as both an artist and a transgender advocate, offering hope and a reminder that music, like identity, is a force of transformation and empowerment

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Natural Reflectors - Jennifer Peavey11 Feb 202201:07:14

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Jennifer and I talk about her walking away from her job and building something for herself. A very valuable lesson the pandemic taught her.

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Jennifer Peavey comes from a varied background of engineering, design, and innovation. She is known for finding common ground and powerful connections in unexplored territory. Amid the pandemic, Jennifer found herself making new connections within herself as she ventured into uninvestigated spaces of her life. Through this period of isolation and reflection, she was inspired to share her discovery of turning her fear and pain into a mindset of intentional reflection and power. 
Natural Reflectors explores how can we instill our actions with a mindset of intentional reflection to create our own process. The new process is taken from the power of nature’s cycles and will allow us to become natural reflectors and bring more peace to our lives by empowering us to play the long game. It is worth the effort that it takes to do this, so we can protect ourselves from burnout and create space to engage with a life that matters to us. 

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Video of the interview is available here: https://youtu.be/nqkVsowYX7M

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Counting the Days - Terry Tucker07 Feb 202201:19:14

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Terry and I talk about his time as a college basketball player and a police officer as well as how he is now in the battle of his life with rare cancer.

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I have reinvented myself frequently over my professional career. After I graduated from college at The Citadel (where I played NCAA Division I basketball), I was employed in the Marketing Department at the corporate headquarters of Wendy’s International in Dublin, Ohio. From there, I worked in hospital administration for Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. After getting married and moving to California for my wife's job, I became the Customer Service Manager for an academic publishing company in Santa Barbara. After our daughter was born and we moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, I became a police officer with the Cincinnati Police Department, where I was a SWAT Hostage Negotiator. Following a family relocation to Texas, I started a school security consulting business and coached high school girls basketball in Houston. Each time I took on a new job, I had to develop new skills and faced different challenges. There was always a significant learning curve with every new position.

But my greatest challenge began in early 2012 when I was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called Acral Lentiginous Melanoma.

Remember, YOU are never out of the fight, no matter how often you fail or how many obstacles you face. Stay positive and keep moving forward!

Website: https://www.motivationalcheck.com

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Video of the interview is available here: https://youtu.be/IHlHCiJXye4

Have a question or want to be a guest on the podcast email: dauna@bettertopodcast.com

To see upcoming guests click here: https://www.dmneedom.com/better-topodcast

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Naked Warrior Recovery - William Branum05 Feb 202200:59:40

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William and I discuss his 23-year career, as a Navy Seal. We also talk about his company NAKED WARRIOR RECOVERY and his desire to bring the number of military suicides down to 0. We also talk about his CBD line.

If you are feeling like you need help immediately please call the Suicide Hotline at
800-273-8255  

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I am a Navy SEAL veteran with 26 years of service. I am the CEO of NAKED WARRIOR RECOVERY, and we help people recover from stress, anxiety, pain, and trouble sleeping through a change in mindset and the use of CBD. Our mission is to and to reduce veteran suicide from 22/day to 0. 22 to 0. Our moto is GET NAKED! Take off your EGO and GET NAKED! I like to talk about my lessons learned about mindset, leadership, entrepreneurship, mental health, business, and of course CBD.


Website: https://www.nw-recovery.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakedwarriorrecovery/

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Video of the interview is available here: https://youtu.be/NJljZq9_JU0

Have a question or want to be a guest on the podcast email: dauna@bettertopodcast.com

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Imagineering the Life as a Creative - Madison Kelly02 Feb 202201:02:52

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Maddie and I talk about life in China and how she walked away from Disney to pursue another opportunity to follow her dream. We also discuss her books.

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Hi, I’m Maddie Kelley 😇🎀! I like to think of myself as the Elle Woods of the office✨💅🏻. At my previous job with Disney, I experienced the joy of making magic . I carry that mentality with me everywhere I go, including my current position as a project manager building attractions in China 🎆🎡. Making things that move people is at the heart of everything that I do, especially in my latest work as a published author 📚🖊. 

 

Writing is more than just a hobby for me. It’s who I am; an introvert who bears her heart on the page💌🤍. My greatest hope is that by sharing my experiences with all of you, you will feel a little less alone when the going gets tough 🤗🧸. I invite you to hop on this journey of life with me. I’m all about good food, good wine, cool places, and good books🍝✈️.

Website: : https://himaddiekelley.com/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/himaddiekelley/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Dec-VHMSoR5sNExmtwQUA

Books: https://www.amazon.com/Madison-Kelley/e/B07BT98DHQ/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1

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Woo Woo for Women in Business - Michelle Clarke31 Jan 202201:04:49

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Michelle and I discuss how she moved her business online, which proved to be a saving grace during the pandemic. We also talk about tapping and metaphysics.

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 Some possibilities include: quitting corporate to build my own business; moving across the country and starting again; choosing to take my business solely online (well before the pandemic). And perhaps even talking about the decision-making process I use. 

Michelle is an energy maverick, mindset queen, public speaker, author, and business coach empowering soul-led entrepreneurs to bring their gifts to the world while making more money and having more freedom. As a soul activator, Michelle helps an audience to tap into their bravery, unlocks their inner knowing, and powers them up with inspiration by the bucket load. Her secret sauce is unlocking people’s potential, calling forth their life purpose, encouraging them to take aligned action, and getting results.

The ultimate goal is to change the world by raising the vibration - we can do this by empowering soul-led entrepreneurs to leverage a higher vibration.

Author of Woo Woo for Women in Business
Director of The Empowered Business Woo Woo Show

YouTube: https://youtu.be/XULFB2lVzyI

Anchor:  https://anchor.fm/michelle-clarke

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empowermentempireswithmichelle

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/michellebusinesscoach/

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Video of the interview is available here: https://youtu.be/SvwBWRMK148

Have a question or want to be a guest on the podcast email: dauna@bettertopodcast.com

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Looking for Mom - Edward Di Gangi28 Jan 202201:11:21

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Edward and I discuss how at 70 he tried to find his birth mother. He thought she was a high school kid, who accidentally got pregnant, but once he started digging, he discovered she was much more than that.

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Edward Di Gangi is the author of The Gift Best Given: A Memoir, published in May of 2020. Through three years of research, Di Gangi found that his mother had been a celebrity performer in the glamorous ice show spectaculars of the 1940s and 1950s. In addition to recounting his own story, the author details his mother's life and travels beginning with the time she left home in New York at the age of 17 to travel alone by train across the country to join a traveling ice skating troupe. Five years later and unexpectedly pregnant, she returned home, known only to her eldest sister and her sister's husband, to manage the birth and the adoption of her son.

Website: https://www.digangiauthor.com

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Chasing the Wrong Dream - Jerry Zehr26 Jan 202201:12:53

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Jerry and I talk about his journey from following his dream of being an actor to Hollywood only to realize it was the wrong dream. His true dream was on a more spiritual path.

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I grew up with Amish/ Mennonite roots but left this sect because it was too legalistic and judgmental. I disconnected from God altogether as I graduated with a speech and theater degree and moved to Los Angeles, California. I was a driven, anxious perfectionist trying to make my fame and fortune in the entertainment business. I was confronted many times with situations that I asked myself the question," What am I willing to sell my soul for?" My first novel "Blurring the Lines" is based on my experiences in the entertainment business as I struggled with this question.

As I gave in to drugs and alcohol to medicate my emptiness inside, I finally realized my soul was dried up. I would be dead in five years if I didn't get out of this environment. I left the entertainment life and began a journey of self-exploration, studying the world religions, and traveling around the world. I have a new understanding of God and the Divine within us. I am a recovering perfectionist/worrier, learning how to grow into the fullness of who God created me to be. It has only taken 66 years, and I am still growing.

Website: https://jerryzehr.com/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4oMHKZY3JuoQr88Goyz_Q

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Reluctant Author - Joann Kedder24 Jan 202201:05:45

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Joann and I talk about how she kept pushing away her dream of being an author, and how it kept coming back until she faced her destiny. 

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If you are depressed or contemplating suicide please reach out to 
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255

 I wrote my first novel at twelve, but always convinced myself I wasn't good enough, smart enough, etc. I've had lack of a "core" or sense of self my entire life. Part of that confusion stems from being an adoptee who didn't fit in with my family or the small town where I grew up. Consequently, I went through several bouts of depression, both large and small.

Mid-life I took a leap and obtained my master's degree in creative writing, not as a career path but to prove I could do it. A publisher was interested in my thesis novella, "The Something That Happened in Pepperville," and I still didn't feel comfortable embracing this identity. Authors were smart and successful people and that wasn't me.

The day after my first book signing, my husband and I moved 2,000 miles across the country to begin our next adventure.

Every opportunity I thought I had waiting for me fell through. In addition to that lack of self, I now had no job, no friends, and no outlet. On top of that, a foot injury left me housebound for over a year. I went through counseling with a person who used ME as her therapist and spent hours sitting in the dark closet trying to feel connected to something. I convinced myself things would get better if I just sat there long enough.

Two years later, my husband had a massive heart attack while hiking in the woods. His heart stopped six times, and as a result, he has permanent brain damage. While I was sitting in his room, listening to the machines pump and whir, I had a revelation: I've been pushing the notion that I'm a writer out of my head all of my life, waiting for the perfect moment. When would that be, exactly? It certainly wasn't happening inside the closet. Looking at my husband, I realized we have no guarantees and if that's who I truly was, the time to write was now.

I spent his recovery writing my first novel, telling myself it was a one-and-done. The part of me I'd shoved away for so many years, spoke up and said, "I'm not going away now. This is who you are. Embrace it."

Currently, I've published eight novels (two are award-winning novels) and have several more planned.

Eventually, I was able to find a therapist and medication that kept me out of the dark space. Giving in to that inner voice and following the path laid out, I've finally found peace and my identity: I am an author.

Website: http://www.joannkeder.com

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Destigmatizing Emotions - Kim Korte21 Jan 202201:29:35

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Kim and I talk about how, after her divorce, she needed to learn to de-stigmatize her emotions. 

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Kim's Bio:

I think how different the world would be if all people had the skills to manage their emotions better. I have a unique framework I teach called The Emotion Chef. I used the concepts of cooking to help people manage their emotions. I offer an intro event called "If You Can Make a Sandwich — You Can Manage Your Emotions." Because I use the concepts of cooking, this makes the information easy to consume (pun intended) and apply in everyday life.

I have a volunteerism-based scholarship program so money is not a barrier for anyone who wishes to attend.

High level

  • Trauma: Childhood sexual abuse, mom died from alcoholism, and a cheating husband resulting in a heartbreaking divorce.
  • Wrote a book entitled "The Perfect Heart - Creating & Maintaining Love/Life Balance."
  • Owned a consulting business implementing P2P and accounting systems for large owners of real estate for 16+ years
  • Gave up business to pursue my passion project
  • Ran a podcast for almost a year with a friend
  • Run Clubhouse rooms
  • Interoceptive awareness training — foundational to developing emotional intelligence


Website: https://www.kimkorte.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thekimkorte/

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The Making of a Woman - Jewels A19 Jan 202201:19:35

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Jewels and I talk about overcoming childhood trauma, and alcoholism to build a thriving and fulfilling life. We also discuss how some things from our childhood wouldn't fly today.

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My name is Jewels. I’m a woman who has lived two lives in one lifetime. The first part was a life of childhood abuse and trauma which grew into the full-blown disease of alcoholism. My life was out of control and I was circling the drain.

The second part is life today and how I urgently worked through my past and now have a wonderful life as a result. But my story is not your average girl gets sober story. I didn’t just get sober. I created a life of truth and authenticity. My story is about removing the expectations and the dogma of society and instead being guided by love and empathy.

Some may call my life risky, unethical, and totally against the norm. But I see it otherwise. I’m in a very loving open-minded marriage, I’m sexually liberated because of my childhood trauma, and I competed in the NPC North American Championships this year and placed third as a National Competitor.

I’ve always enjoyed the work of Gabby Bernstein, Oprah, and Wayne Dyer. I would love to see my book as supplemental reading in liberal arts classes, such as Women’s and Sexuality Studies, or Adolescent and Teen Psychology. But ultimately my target audience is the girl in the back of the room who feels she’s the only one. She’s the person I desire to reach.

Website : https://www.themakingofawoman.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/94zCgubB2Zk

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewelsthemakingofawoman/

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New Rock New Realm - Richard Sparks31 Jan 202501:04:28

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This Week on the Podcast Richards Sparks stops by to discuss his new book New Rules New Realm. In this clip, he talks about the writing not being right for one story but might belong to another story. 
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Richard Sparks was born in England, and a graduate of Oxford University (Exeter College, where, like both JRR Tolkien and Philip Pullman before him, he studied English Language and Literature), Richard started out as a writer of stage plays, comedy revues and TV, for such shows as Not the Nine O’clock News. Rowan Atkinson performed his Schoolmaster sketch in John Cleese’s The Secret Policeman’s Ball. UK TV credits include The Famous Five, The Flying Kiwi, The Optimist, The Worst of Hollywood, and a lot of script editing. On being hired by Columbia Pictures TV, Richard moved with his family to Los Angeles. His lyrics have been recorded by talents as diverse as Dom de Luise, Eric Idle, Vanessa Williams, and Plácido Domingo. He has written libretti for several new operas composed by Lee Holdridge (TV’s Beauty and the Beast, et al.), produced by the LA Opera, as well as writing new English versions of German and Italian classics. His non-fiction books, Diary of a Mad Poker Player, and its sequel, Getting Lucky, chronicle his adventures in the poker boom of the 2000s. Along the Cherry Lane is his biography of the music producer, Milt Okun.
“High Adventure Spiced with Low Comedy,” inspired by his love of online role-playing games, New Rock New Role is the first of four volumes Richard has written so far in the New Rock fantasy series and is his fiction debut. The Next book in the series is New Rock New Realm.

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I Lost On Jeopardy - Jim Flynn18 Jan 202201:11:05

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Jim and I discuss how a brain tumor turned his world as a financial manager completely upside down. However, it end up offering him a new career as a published author in the process.

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Fun Fact: In 1991 I was a contestant on Jeopardy

I lost-bet it all on the Final Question and got it wrong

Still-it was a Bucket List experience.

my story was published in The Hartford Courant Sunday magazine.

Response to the article was positive and I even got fan mail and calls from strangers. Many encouraged me to be a writer.

Since I had three kids who wanted a better menu than just eating library paste, I continued my day job for the next 25 years.

A few years ago I retired and began to write Be Sincere Even When  You Don't Mean It, starting it on a flight from Hartford to Albuquerque when I couldn't find a book to read in the gift shop and resolved to write a book that I'd like to read.

Be Sincere Even When You Don’t Mean It to Amazon. It does ask you if you want to publish under another name. Why would I want to do that?

It takes a while for the book to get on the site, and when notified that it was now live I searched for it by Author’s name and: I noticed there were already five other Jim Flynns there–and there are seven James Flynns! And using my middle initial didn’t help either.

I was inspired by Korean Woman golfer Jeongeun Lee 6, who legally changed her name to add the “6” because there were already five Korean women golfers named Jeongeun Lee!

After considering the alternatives, I’m publishing from now on under Jim Flynn Six, and I wish I was as good a golfer as Miss JL6

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Ebony Hustle - John Wayne S. III15 Jan 202201:24:11

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John and I discuss his movie, Ebony Hustle. We also talk about making it on budget and how he reached out to smaller companies to make affordable product placement deals. We also talk about how not everything is meant for us, no matter how bad we want it.


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John Wayne S. III (JW) is a storyteller, producer, and director. Over his 20+ year career, JW has built a solid foundation in multiple aspects of the industry. He has amassed an unsurpassed level of experience and skill that makes him an invaluable asset in production. Whether working as a freelance or staffed producer, his fiercely unique work draws the audience into the stories of his productions. JW’s career began with his serving as a PA for George Tillman’s (Soul Food and Men of Honor) first film, Scenes for the Soul. When production wrapped, he continued to work with George and his partner Robert Teitel. During this time, JW delved into the world of publicity with Grammy-nominated producer Steve “Silk” Hurley, who has worked with: Michael Jackson, Prince, and Madonna. JW became Director of International A&R while with Silk, setting up and supervising agents in both the UK and Japan. Inspired by his growing knowledge of production, JW started JWS Productions. Since its inception, John Wayne S. III has produced over 200 music videos, 70 commercials, and a variety of media projects. After a brief hiatus from music, he became President /GM of DL Records, where he guided the label’s trajectory and helped propel the artist Bodaiga, whose hit single “We Don’t Play Dat” (produced by Lil Jon and featuring Bun B) was a global success. Eager to explore the final frontier of documentary and feature films, JW started Londyn Town Pictures. JW searched for the right project to pursue his first film before settling on Red All Over, which highlights both sides of America’s hottest issue–gun violence–and offers an alternative view. When John isn’t immersed in the world of entertainment, he enjoys time with his daughter in their home in Houston, Texas. Specialties: Producing, Directing, Writing. Television and feature film production.

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What's the Real Cost of that Cupcake - Amy White05 Jan 202200:59:41

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Amy and I discuss how at 40 she decided to go for her Master's degree in Holistic Healing and spread her healing message.

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I am a board-certified holistic nutritionist and functional nutrition and lifestyle practitioner. My Healthy You™ approach to health, wellness, and weight loss is about creating metabolic balance so that true health and happy body weight are a natural result of living a normal life without a dieting mindset. It's the difference between goal attachment vs. commitment. Attachment makes every success or failure personal. When attached to a goal the journey is heavy and hard. Everything is all or nothing. Perfection is the focus with intolerance for miss-steps and unexpected (less than positive) results. Commitment to a goal is all about growing into a stronger person, one who doesn't quit. When committed, a failure is just an opportunity to learn and adjust. Commitment to a goal feels fun and exciting. It creates a natural sense of curiosity and creativity because it's all about figuring things out. Embracing your healthiest self is more than just diet and exercise. It's about having grit and trusting yourself. It's about knowing time is your ally because there is no finish line. Age is just a number and aging well is achieved.

Website: https://www.thesimplicityofwellness.com/

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I Will Do Better - Susan Robertson03 Jan 202201:02:41

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Susan and I discuss how her childhood formed her future and taught her she would never be in financial desperation again. We also talk about her being a step-parent and more.

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A little about myself.  I am a multi-entrepreneur having started 3 businesses and involved with several other small businesses.  Your podcast seeks to talk about turning points and decisions.  As a young person, I lived in poverty, was without a home, suffered (physical, emotional, sexual) but I was determined to create a life of meaning and purpose.  Two of my businesses are multi-million dollar international businesses.  Another is a small business that seeks to balance spiritual growth, psychological growth, and leadership development.  I work with global organizations on cultural transformation, DEI, agility, resilience, teamwork, stress reduction, executive coaching, and mindful leadership.  I am the author of 2 books:  REAL Leadership:  Waken to Wisdom.  REAL Culture:  The Key to Conscious Business.

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Hollywood Time Travel - Doug Stebleton31 Dec 202100:53:04

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Doug and I talk about how he went from small-town Montana to the bright lights of Hollywood. He moved to go to music school, and that turned into a 37-year adventure involving music, film, and helping create the book, Hollywood Time Travel.

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Doug Stebleton has been working in the entertainment business since 1987. Born and raised in Glasgow, Montana, he came to Hollywood at age 19 and has lived and worked in southern California since then. His expertise is music publishing for film and television. His company owns a catalog of songs that are licensed to film and television studios and to independent productions. Some of the company’s credits include Blood Diamond, Borat, Little Miss Sunshine, Zoolander, Big Bang Theory, Blue Bloods, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, The Sopranos, Ugly Betty, CSI, Scrubs, and ER.

Doug is also a film producer. His first film was a documentary titled Mother of Normandy: The Story of Simone Renaud. His next film, I Want Your Money, was released in over 500 theaters across the nation in 2010. In 2014, Doug produced and directed Reagan at Normandy, a short film for the Airborne Museum in Normandy, France, and in 2017, he produced Heroes of WWII: The European Campaign. Other projects he is producing include a cable TV show on film and TV cars called Kars & Stars and a feature film, Big Life.

Doug has a love for history and hopes to keep making films and documentaries that are inspiring, informative, and educational. His passion for Hollywood films and time travel inspired him to create The Hollywood Time Travel Series. It’s a Wonderful Time is his debut novel, which he coauthored with Reinhard Denke.

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Let's Talk About Sex - Paloma De la Hoz29 Dec 202101:00:55

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Paloma and I have a very frank and open conversation about sex, love, and how she helps women find their sexiness.

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I've helped hundreds of women have their first orgasms on their own and with their partners.

I know that the phrase "sex therapy" can raise a few eyebrows, so here's some reassurance that I actually know what I'm talking about.

I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology from PUCMMÂ University, and a master's in Human Sexuality and couples therapy.

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Had I Trusted My Intuition I might Have Done Things Differently - Judith Joy27 Dec 202101:10:59

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Judith and I discuss how she had to come to terms with the fact that she couldn’t help her daughter. We also discuss how much better her relationship is with her daughter now. 

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Judith began studying energy healing and consciousness transformation after her own experience with recurring debilitating headaches. After years of getting no results from traditional medicine, she began researching alternative methods, which is when she finally found a path to ease her suffering.

This awareness led her to 20 years of study and research of how the heart and mind work together. As with many who teach spiritual – intuitive – energy consciousness, she too has had her share of trauma and drama, which led her to find a way to change her reality. She then chose to share her knowledge and passion with others.

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Santa's Rockin Band and My Musical Dream - Rich Chambers24 Dec 202101:15:13

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Rich and I discuss how he never gave up on his passion to play music. We also discuss his Christmas album.

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 From humble and modest beginnings to redefining 60s and classic rock, Rich Chambers’ musical story is not unlike that of countless other musicians, or anyone in any career for that matter. Discovering a passion for the guitar at age 10, and an even greater passion for songwriting at 14, he embarked on a life-long commitment to music and songwriting. Like any successful individual, he is all about commitment, dedication, hard work, maintaining perspective, and believing in himself. 

Chambers’ journey has not been without its bumps though. After completing high school, he was so sure he would be the next big thing, until countless nights playing in many cheesy dives, for at best a round or two of cheap draught beer, taught him otherwise. It was then he made an important, life-changing decision—he went back to school, which eventually led to a bachelor’s degree in English and later a master’s degree in Humanities. As Chambers so enthusiastically always says, “education rocks!”  

Following on the heels of his successful 2020 Christmas album, Chambers has been consistently and methodically releasing new original music throughout 2021. His socially conscious rocker, “I’m So Tired,” came out in January, accompanied by a hard-hitting video brimming with thought provoking social commentary (the video continues to receive accolades from film festivals around the globe). This was followed in the spring with his mid-tempo, love gone wrong, “Sorry Isn’t Good Enough.” His summertime release was “Summer Looks So Good On You,” a Beach Boys meets Katrina and the Waves fun and sing-alongable offering, which was followed by his fall release, “High School Can’t Last Forever,” a rocker that merges the sounds of Buddy Holly and Green Day to explore the notion of what really constitutes youth and innocence. For winter 2021/22, Chambers has released “I Wonder,” an infectious, almost bubble gum pop/rock song that Chambers likes to simply call a “musical guilty pleasure.”

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The Power of Words and The Invisible Disability - Minessa Konecky22 Dec 202101:20:49

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Manessia and I discuss the power of words, invisible disabilities, 80s rockstars, and more.

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“I help women business owners to get up to 20 hours a day back from their business with an exercise that transforms their to-do lists.”
Minessa Konecky (said koh/neh/kee) is a business overwhelm coach and live streamer searching for her dream home in the south shore of Massachusetts. Despite running a 7-figure a year business with her sister, she was completely bought into the hustling lifestyle, and never felt happy. After being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, which was starting to escalate, she realized that there had to be a better way of running a business than killing yourself and hating your life while you were doing it. She got really clear on her vision. She created a system that she’s used to helping thousands of women cut their to-do lists in half, and go to bed feeling like badasses instead of behind on their to-do lists. It’s quick and simple and will transform how you feel when you go to bed at night from behind on your to-do list to feeling like you accomplished something.

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Sometimes Your Purpose Will Push You To Get Where You Need To Be - Sharifah Hardie20 Dec 202101:03:21

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Sharifah Hardie is the host of the Round Table Talk show and Ask Sharifah. She and I discuss her job journey and how she realized that there was a deeper meaning to her layoffs. 

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Sharifah Hardie is the "Queen of DIY in Business"

Sharifah Hardie is a business consultant, author, talk show host, Candidate for 2024 California State Senate District 33, President of the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce – Long Beach Area, CEO of IT TV – Intellectual Television and an influencer.

Sharifah Hardie is the Host of Ask Sharifah Videocast and Podcast, and The Round Table Talk Show as well as the author of Signs You Might Be An Entrepreneur – How to Discover the Entrepreneur in You and the ebook, Everything You Need to Know About Social Media Marketing.

Sharifah was a Long Beach City Council Candidate in the 2020 March 3rd Primary Election and is a diversity, equity, and inclusion expert.

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You're A Star - The Hat Ladies10 Jan 202501:05:32

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This week I sit down with Lisa and Joanie from The Hat Ladies. We discuss their musical journey and so much more. 
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The Hat Ladies consists of Lisa Pimentel and Joanie Pimentel, sisters, and veteran music teachers who also write songs and produce music. 

The Hat Ladies has released a children's music album titled, "You're a Star" and it is available on all streaming platforms. The children's music album features songs about going to school, going to bed, missing loved ones when they're away, and other topics inspired by their extensive experience working with children in the classroom. This music was written and meant for people of all ages. 

The children's music album "You're a Star" by The Hat Ladies is available on all streaming platforms including Apple Music, Spotify, etc. 

For more information on The Hat Ladies, visit: https://thehatladiesmusic.com

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Tapping Our Way to Better Health - Anthony & Staci Lo Cascio17 Dec 202100:58:40

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Anthony and Staci tell me about how they came to the rude awakening as performers that they needed to adopt a healthier lifestyle or give up their love of dance.

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We are Anthony Lo Cascio, former prominent cast member of the international award-winning show, Tap Dogs, & Staci Lo Cascio, a former performer with the beloved show Sesame Street Live, professional tap dancers whose lives & careers were in jeopardy due to severe changes in health. We eventually discovered food was our prescription & went on to write the handbook we wanted when we decided to change our diets/lifestyles to address our own health issues.

Our handbook, Food As A Prescription, will put you in a positive mindset and ready to tackle and overcome your challenges. It is designed to enlighten, empower, and support others as they manage their own food sensitivities and discover how to successfully ‘tap’ into their healthiest selves.

Website: https://locafoodsinc.com
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Getting Out of My Comfort Zone - H.J. VandeRiet15 Dec 202101:04:53

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H. J. and I discuss her choice to go for her MBA in writing at a New Age college even though it was out of her comfort zone.

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I wrote the first draft of Otherside: The Serenity when I was 15 years old. As I grew and changed as a writer and a person, the book also changed and evolved. My personal beliefs about the afterlife highly influenced the way this book was written. Though I always wanted to stay true to the original premise, I feel like my experiences going from an adolescent atheist fascinated by reincarnation, to a young adult searching for meaning, to a grad student at a Buddhist inspired college, to a follower of Jesus, influenced the final version of Otherside: The Serenity. This is a young adult fantasy book, but at the core of the book, it's a redemption story, which is something all of us - no matter what our beliefs - are searching for.

I have been writing since I was nine years old, always desiring to create stories that spark emotions in the reader, and inspire them to look at life a little differently. I have a Master's degree in Writing, and I know the depths of what the human heart can handle. I have a love for stories that show the messiness of life because I've also endured that messiness. I believe that fiction often shows us the truth in better and more effective ways than actual true stories. I want to give people stories that are truthful, full of heart, and that is engaging.

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Blacksmith to Corporate Lawyer to Spiritual Alchemist - Taylor Roark13 Dec 202101:10:57

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Taylor and I talk about intuition, manifesting, and moving away from the past in order to create the life you want.  

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I have worn many hats and traveled many lands -- from suburban kid to world explorer; from Blacksmith to Corporate Lawyer to Spiritual Alchemist (and lots more in between).

After nearly 20 years in the corporate world, I started my own company guiding others in Intuition and Creative Purpose.

I have lived on 3 continents, traveled to more than 50 countries, and pivoted careers several times. None of this prepared me for the ultimate transition from a rational and head-focused lifestyle to living from my heart and embracing the chaos of Creativity!

I love sharing the story of living. I host the podcast, The Adventures of Self, which features conversations about the adventures of people's lives as they explore what it means to be self-expressed in this world.

https://www.galliant.life/

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It Be Like That Sometimes - Cervon Campbell02 Dec 202101:13:33

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CerVon and I discuss the release of his new album, It Be Like That Sometimes. We also chat about cancel culture, social media, and his hopes for the future. Truly, it is a conversation that is amusing at times as well as serious.

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CerVon Campbell is an independent South Carolina artist known for his soulful sound and deep venting lyrics. CerVon is not only a singer/ rapper, but also credited as a screenwriter, stand-up comic, songwriter, and actor. known for bending genres Campbell has crafted mixtures of hip-hop, r&b, alternatives, indie, country/folk, rock, and EDM throughout his discography. the South Carolina native has sounds similar to those of Childish Gambino, Frank Ocean, The Weekend, to artists like Munford & Sons along with the Lumineers.

Website: https://beatcha.in/cervoncampbell
Instagram: https://instagram.com/sexmonkeylimodriver?igshid=8yct7koxeu8y
Twitter: @cervoncampbell

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Fiction Turned Into Reality - Delanda McNair01 Dec 202101:28:49

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Delanda and I talk about how when she started writing her first book, she didn’t realize that years later her life would be playing out the tale she had written. Want to know more about her and order her books go here.

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As an indie, inspirational-fiction, author I am looking to connect where my writings fit and learn more about meeting and scheduling an interview. We can talk about life as a caregiver and becoming one unexpectedly and unplanned. 

Father, Then The Eyes Can See: The healing gift of extending, and receiving forgiveness, second chances, and love; to yourself as well as others. Be it consciously or unconsciously, when we withhold forgiveness, in some way we steal from the betterment and well-being of our life. The journey of the characters in both books invites the reader along while allowing the reader the opportunity to softly self-reflect or to be reminded of a loved one's situation.  YOU Taught Me: The follow-up to the first book. continues along in the same message while introducing new characters and life situations.

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Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Delanda-McNair/e/B08KT11PX1?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1637804986&sr=8-1

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Sold Everything for Life on The Road - Kathy Davis29 Nov 202101:04:00

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Kathy and her husband decided one day that their American Dream wasn’t the white picket fence. They wanted to be able to travel and live life to their fullest. She started her business called VegInspired, LLC. To learn more go here.

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Kathy Davis is a plant-based lifestyle coach and recipe developer, the CEO of VegInspired.com, and the author of three cookbooks: The 30-Minute Whole-Food Plant-Based Cookbook, The Super Easy Plant-Based Cookbook, and The Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Diet Cookbook. She helps people successfully transition to a plant-based way of eating that supports a fast-paced lifestyle, without requiring hours in the kitchen or added stress.

Kathy has been eating and creating vegan meals for more than seven years. Over the past year and a half, she shifted her daily habits to follow a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. She experienced amazing results: renewed energy, a newfound sense of joy, and a healthier mind and body! Kathy’s brand, Veginspired, is dedicated to providing people with the resources to make a similar transformation. She is eager to guide others on their journey to get from where they are to where they want to be.

Fun fact: Kathy and her husband, John, are living their plant-based dream while simultaneously traveling the United States in an RV with their cats. They’ve been to 22 states and 18 national parks so far, and have a goal to visit all the US national parks!

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CEO & Plant-Based Lifestyle Coach, VegInspired LLC

Want to elevate your energy with a plant-based lifestyle? 

Book a Chat with Me!

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Not Just a Comedian, or Animator - Trenton Hudson26 Nov 202101:21:54

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Trenton and I explore how he began his journey as an animator. Why he thinks you can find humor in everything and of course as always we delve into numerous topics. 

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Hello, my name is Trent. I'm just a kid from the sticks who ended up in LA chasing dreams.

I produce cartoons and do standup comedy. I've worked with Comedy Central, Showtime, and Kevin Hart's LOL network. I also own a coffee company that makes a healthy alternative from date seeds. I don't do caffeine, I had a heart attack at 20. Wild, right?

I have experience starting multiple businesses from nothing and believe I can bring a lot of value to your listeners through my experiences, insight, and comedy.

Instagram personal: https://instagram.com/trentonhudson

Korma Coffee: https://kormacafe.com

Instagram Riot Comedy: https://instagram.com/riotcomedy

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJdK2xfUOQsBr3XWtfMCKhw

https://m.facebook.com/forthesakeofcomedy/

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Packed a Bag or Few and Moved To London - Carmen Capuano24 Nov 202101:21:21

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At 18, Carmen packed 5 bags and took the train to London. She didn’t know anyone, just that she had a dream and she knew she was never going back home. All these years later she is a published author, as well as a television and film writer. Her and a friend are now embarking on opening their own production company. It’s a pretty interesting and brave journey. Want to read one of her books, check them out here

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Born into poverty in Glasgow, Scotland, Carmen Capuano moved to England at the age of eighteen. A full and varied working life saw her relocate from London to Birmingham, and finally to the small Worcestershire town of Bromsgrove, where she still resides with her children and rescue animals.

Critically acclaimed for her writing, Carmen has brought her unique style of intricate character exposition, blended with moving and intricate plots, to her screenplays.  

Currently, she has a BFI Network-supported film in development and a variety of other film and TV projects in pre-production with key industry figures. 

She has also recently been commissioned to polish and refine several Hollywood scripts. 

A prolific writer, she has penned more than twenty screenplays and as many novels in just eight years, covering every genre from rom-com to science fiction. 

Her plan is to use the profits from her work to provide global care and help needy animals.  


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Walking Away For Self Preservation - Sharon Valenti22 Nov 202101:05:50

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Sharon tells us about how she was in a situation she knew she needed to get out of, but wasn’t certain how she could. She talked about what finally gave her the push to make the changes and what she does now to help others. 

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Having spent years in ugly, violent, unhappy relationships - both intimate and friends - I came to eventually understand that I was the one carrying the baggage that kept attracting those relationships.  Once I delved into and questioned my underlying beliefs about myself I experienced a radical change. 

We all have a mission in life we’re born to do. My purpose is to spread peace throughout the world. As a result of my own trials and tribulations in life (from alcoholic parents, sexual abuse, death of my son, heroin addict sister, etc.), and a determination to live a life of peaceful thoughts and genuine happiness, and accomplishing that, helped me to become an expert in this field. 

Now I show others how simple it is to make this change in their own life. They turn their unhappy relationships into ones that feel like chocolate for the soul.

Linkin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonvalenti

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/isittrueofficial/

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Website: https://www.isittrue.com

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Dream Big - Brian Lawley19 Nov 202101:05:21

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Brian and I discuss his latest release, Dream Big. We also discuss how he sold his company, that he was CEO for 30 years, and opened a recording studio called Mountain Charlie.

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Brian Lawley (@brianlawleymusic) writes fun, meaningful songs that make a difference. In 2019 he sold his company and cashed out of Silicon Valley and a 30-year career as a CEO and Author to pursue songwriting and music full-time. An acoustic rock songwriter, vocalist, and guitar player who lives in Los Gatos, CA, he started playing guitar and writing songs when he was fifteen years old, and now runs Mountain Charlie recording Studio. His first CD, DREAM BIG, was released in April 2021 and is available on all streaming music platforms.

Website www.brianlawley.com

Instagram @brianlawleymusic

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/brianlawleymusic

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/35H3VEfGb5TKhbDc9RQt53?si=etErXlTVRGKi7cYrZWhf-Q

Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/brian-lawley/1530609321

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQKYgq_0KK2LFZ6daMQg5ug

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Sleeping Worlds Have No Memory - Yaroslav Barsikov02 Jan 202501:09:15

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Yarslov discusses his new book, his new book and we leap into the world of the possibility of the Mandella Effect and the Multiverse.

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Yaroslav Barsukov is a writer of fantasy, science fiction, and everything in between. 
He’s an author with a unique background in physics and software engineering, and has emerged as a distinctive voice in the realm of speculative fiction. 
Born in Cold War-era Moscow and educated at the Moscow Engineering Physics Institute and Austria's Vienna University of Technology, Barsukov initially pursued a career in software engineering. His entry into the literary world was serendipitous, stemming from his involvement in game development where he translated a companion tale to a game's mythology. 
This experience marked the beginning of his writing journey, and he started crafting short stories in English around 2014. Barsukov's work is celebrated for its innovative blend of fantasy and science fiction elements, diverging from the traditional hard-science SF model. His acclaimed novella "Tower of Mud and Straw" was shortlisted for the Nebula Award and received a Kirkus Star, demonstrating his prowess in weaving narratives that explore the human condition through a speculative lens.
His stories, characterized by high-fantasy filigree and physics reminiscent of alchemy, have appeared in renowned publications such as Galaxy's Edge, Nature: Futures, and StarShipSofa. Barsukov's literary influences span from Russian maestros like Leo Tolstoy to American science fiction authors, shaping his unique storytelling style that transcends genre boundaries.
His new novel Sleeping Worlds Have No Memory is available from CAEZIK SF & Fantasy.
More about the author: Website: https://www.barsukov.com/
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Even Though I Knew the Outcome - Tricia Roos17 Nov 202101:08:18

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Tricia shares her heartbreaking story of the first time she was pregnant. The doctor told her there was a problem with her daughter and she wouldn’t be able to survive in the outside world. The doctor suggested she terminate the pregnancy, but she persisted and carried her daughter to term. She knew each day that her baby girl was in this world was a gift and she truly appreciated it.  She has a book out about her experiences called When Wishes Change: What If the Thing You Feared Most Brings More Than You Dreamed?

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 is a Dallas wife and mother who built her career coaching young athletes. Multiple state volleyball championships pale, however, next to what she gained through tragedy. Against the advice of medical experts, Tricia completed her pregnancy with a child diagnosed with a fatal chromosome condition. That season her team won, the child in her grew, and eventually, Tricia held and loved the daughter no one expected to live. Then in six searing days, Tricia and her family rewrote the medical chapter on Trisomy 18, living out a story that galvanized the large high school she worked in, the media in her city . . . and inspires her audiences and readers today. I hope you are doing well! I am checking out your podcast and think I could be a great guest for your show.

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Book link: When Wishes Change: What If the Thing You Feared Most Brings More Than You Dreamed

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Don’t Make the Same Mistake - Alan Lazaros15 Nov 202100:59:23

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When Alan was only 2 years old, he lost his father to a fatal car accident at the age of 28. At 26 Alan had a wake-up call in the form of a car accident that could’ve been fatal. That one moment made him look at his life, and he decided he needed to make some drastic changes.

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Alan Lazaroswas involved in a car accident at 26. His father passed away in a car accident at 28, and Alan was only 2 years old. After the accident, his whole world was shaken. He questioned if he had lived a life true to himself. He knew life was about choices and decided it was better to stop drinking, and partying, and focus more on improving his life & those lives of the people around him. He jumped all in on Holistic Self-Improvement and has never looked back. Alan has made an extraordinary life for himself, helping other people live the life they deserve. 

He is one of the hosts of the Next Level U Host, Global Top 100 Self-Improvement Podcast.

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Website: https://nextleveluniverse.com

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Happy For The Change - Mike Messier12 Nov 202101:02:22

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Mike knew he needed to make a change. While he had connections and was working on his movies, something felt off and he decided to follow his wanderlust and move south. He talks about his movies, his move, and his love of wrestling.

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I have won 41 awards in film Direction, TV production, Screenwriting, Acting, and play-writing and have recently released my first novel "A Distance from Avalon" on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. As an Actor, I have shared scenes with Meryl Streep & Elisabeth Shue (in Hope Springs), Wesley Snipes, Cybill Shepherd & Mario Van Peebles (in Hard Luck), and Richard Jenkins & Frances McDormand (in Olive Kitteridge). I also run the Avalonia Festival of Short Film, Theater, and Photography.

Website: https://mikemessier.com
Film Festival: https://avaloniafestival.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Distance-Avalon-When-Dying-Reunite-ebook/dp/B08SQ6SQ48
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSx8RE_a4Nh_Fq-BpUq7ghw
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Everyone Deserves Financial Freedom - Millen Livis10 Nov 202101:03:02

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Millen and I discuss moving past what is keeping you down and discovering your own financial freedom. She says never compromise your core values.

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I'm an International Holistic Financial Independence mentor, bestselling author, investor, and entrepreneur.

Graduate of the acclaimed Wharton Business School, holder of a Master’s Degree in Physics, certified NLP practitioner, and certified Instant Miracle energy healer, I combine my traditional and holistic education to help professional and entrepreneurial women become Financially Independent and retire early, so that they enjoy more choices and more freedom, without having to worry about money!

I do it by using the MILLENaire Method (my time-tested holistic system for creating Financial Independence).

I am financially independent for over 10 years and live in resort-like locations in the South of France and South Florida.

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Working with Dreams - Cordell Jacks08 Nov 202101:04:32

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Cordell and I discuss how important dreams are to helping us work through daily life. While we may not always remember our dreams we all do it. It was an interesting conversation about sleep and dreaming. We actually dig into a little about what dreams mean and how to interpret them.

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Cordell has been practicing Dream Work for over 20 years under a multitude of teachers, and he is living the dream as husband and father to a beautiful two-year-old daughter Turah, on Vancouver Island.

His career has focused on re-imagining major social innovation initiatives in international development, ocean plastics, and cleantech start-up companies, working towards a better world in public health, environmental sustainability, and circular economies.  

His ideas and efforts have earned him international accolades including major investments from The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and The World Bank, global awards including the INDEX: Design to Improve Life Award, Dubai International Award for Best Practices, The Lipman Family Prize at The Wharton School of Business, and speaking opportunities at Harvard Business School, The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and SXSW, amongst others.  

More recently, Cordell has had a major perspective shift in redefining 'impact' and 'scale', turning his focus towards the individual and 'scaling deep', launching an initiative that is literally teaching people how to Dream, better.

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31 Cents to 43 Countries - Don Ortiz and Dr. Dina Preston-Ortiz05 Nov 202100:59:16

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Don and Dina are the founders of the Dina Preston band and have a book out, titled 31 Cents to 43 Countries: Hardcore Tips to Increasing Profits. They started their performing journey as street musicians and met. They had only 31 cents in their pockets collectively and have successfully performed in 43 countries and 26 global tours without management or a record deal. Listen to win an audible copy of their book.

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Dr. Dina and Don reveal their own personal stories to help you create a unique niche in your own industry market. With proven strategies used across the globe, their simple 3-section framework lays out the details that will help optimize your resources, increase profits, and take your business to the next level.

31 Cents to 43 Countries: Hardcore Tips to Increasing Profits gives managers, entrepreneurial thinkers, and executives a practical guide to optimizing resources, capitalizing on the unknown while finding a work-life balance to increase profits.

The reality is that most businesses fail or struggle because of poor resource management, business planning, and the inability to adequately lead problem-solving techniques. By overlooking these building blocks, many potentially successful businesses leave money on the table.

Learn how to manage talent, find excellence, adapt in difficult and controversial situations, do more with less, while keeping clients coming back for more.

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Company & Keynote Website: https://deospeaks.com

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Mating in Captivity - Helen Zuman03 Nov 202101:00:17

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Author of MATING IN CAPTIVITY, a memoir about her five years, post-Harvard, in a neo-hippie cult with a radical take on sex and relationships. We dive into her experience and what made her join and how she got out of the cult.

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Helen Zuman is a tree-hugging dirt worshipper devoted to turning waste into food and the stinky guck of experience into fertile, fragrant prose; she is also the author of Mating in Captivity (She Writes Press 2018), a memoir of her five years, post-Harvard, in a cult with a radical take on sex and relationships. Mating in Captivity won the Communal Studies Association’s 2020 Timothy Miller Outstanding Book Award, received a starred review from Kirkus, was named a Kirkus Best Indie Memoir of 2018, was a finalist in Creative Nonfiction for the Community of Literary Magazines and Presses’ 2019 Firecracker Award, and was both first runner-up in memoir and a finalist for First Horizon and Grand Prize honors in the 2020 Eric Hoffer Awards. Other work has appeared in The New Farmers Almanac, in Communities and Livelihood magazines, and on the Foundation for Intentional Community’s website (ic.org). Born in London and raised in Brooklyn, she currently homesteads with her husband in Beacon, New York.

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Ending Child Marriages - Bongai Mhloyl01 Nov 202100:59:09

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Originally from Zimbabwe, Bongai has witnessed the “girl child” being sold into marriage at a very young age (some as young as 10) to men in their 60s and 70s. End Child Marriages focuses on education in African countries so that girls are not forced into marriage. Education equips them with the tools necessary for success. 

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Today, Bongai runs her charity from her Philadelphia-area home. Attached is additional information. She is certainly “Better To…” to help young girls in her native Africa.

American-African Youth Leadership Foundation (AAYLF) founded in 2010, is a nonprofit organization, 501©3 registered in Pennsylvania

MISSION: We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving vulnerable girls from poverty ending the risk of early child marriage. 
We believe that no girl should be robbed of her childhood, health, education, and her aspirations.  
AAYLF funds orphans and at-risk girls from the poorest sections of Zimbabwe so that they can attend school. 
Our program will cover all the costs including tuition, books, transportation, nutritious meals, and in some cases, we will provide housing so that the girls can escape child marriages and further their education. 

WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO?  When a girl is married before the age of 18, she and her family are more likely to be poor, uneducated, and unhealthy.  In Zimbabwe, more than 50% of girls that are married before age 18, face an end to their education, barriers to vocational and life skills, and increased risks of domestic violence and sexual diseases.  Not only is child marriage illegal, but it is also a direct violation of human rights, one that can be corrected through education. 

LONG-TERM IMPACT: We hope to challenge the rigid cultural norms that promote gender discrimination and child marriages in Zimbabwe. Currently, we have sixty (60) girls in our program saved from child marriages. Our goal for 2021 is to save 100 girls from child marriages and keep them in school.

Learn More at : www.endchildmarriages.org

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Halloween, Sasquatch, Aliens and More - Sarah Martucci29 Oct 202101:06:03

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Friend of the show Psychic Medium, Crystal Healer, Paranormal Expert, Sarah Martucci is back to discuss Sasquatch and Aliens and otherworldly topics. As always we had some laughs and pondered some of life's mysteries.

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From Sarah's Site: From a very young age, I have been blessed with the gift and ability to help people from all walks of life find clarity and peace. Through customized readings, I have helped men, women, mothers, friends, and many others find closure with loved ones that have passed on, and answers to questions so they can find purpose and live their truth.

You can find Sarah's Weekly Readings and her series Make-Up & Mediumship here

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The Ghoulish Girl and So Much More - Shanna Stoker25 Oct 202100:59:41

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Shanna and I sat down to discuss how she is related to the author of Dracula, Bram Stoker as well as her business The Ghoulish Garb, however, our conversation took a more serious turn as we discussed her crippling health issues both physical and mental. It's a very frank and honest conversation. 

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I’ve always been a creative person, from my vocal performance and musical theatre background to my interest in the visual arts, so it’s no surprise that I’m continuously searching for new avenues through which I can express myself. And if I can help others express themselves more truly in the process, then I know I can be proud of what I’m doing. My search for self-expression and self-sufficiency came to a head with the idea of The Ghoulish Garb. I’ve had a notable passion for Halloween and a profound interest in all things witchy and macabre from a very young age, so you can imagine how ecstatic I was to create a business-focused around this particular niche. I've been lucky enough to find other wonderful, weird, woeful people with whom I'm so proud to share these unique designs. 


Here at The Ghoulish Garb, we are a family -- an abnormal and often dark family, but a family nonetheless. That is why I am so committed to bringing you original designs that you can be proud to wear. So go out into the world donning your own Ghoulish Garb and show them the real you! In the wise words of Tim Burton, "Every day is Halloween, isn't it? For some of us..."  From her bio on The Goulish Garb

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The Tarot Deck we talked about: https://www.amazon.com/Ghoulish-Garb-Terror-Tarot-Guidebook/dp/B084P3NHGT

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A World So Kind - Wonderly20 Dec 202401:03:56

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This week the Portland-based duo, Wonderly stopped by to discuss their latest album Wolves/ We also talked about the Low Bar Chorale, A new German Opera, and so much more.

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Wolves is the culmination of a creative partnership that dates back to 2016. Brunberg and Landsverk debuted Wonderly with a self-titled 2017 collection; the unit continued with the post-pandemic release Story We Tell in 2022 and the covers collection Appropriate ’til Death in 2023. Their film scores have been featured on the soundtracks for the independent films Last Ferry, At the Video Store and other independent features, while their music has been heard as the aforementioned theme song of the New York Times’ podcast The Daily and writer Cheryl Strayed’s Dear Sugar, as well as on Brunberg’s award-winning podcast Roam Schooled.


Jim Brunberg was a touring song and dance man for 12 years with the hugely successful rock/harmony/acoustic duo (and sometimes quintet) Box Set, touring with acts ranging from Dave Matthews to Huey Lewis, through the 90s. In 2000, Jim opened a recording studio, turning to the recording and composing world to satisfy his constant hunger for music. He produced and engineered dozens of records for many artists (Storm Large, Kristin Hersh, John Wesley Harding, and countless Portland-based bands) and released a few solo albums before converting the studios into a world-class music venue (Mississippi Studios). This spawned a few larger venues (Revolution Hall and Polaris Hall) where Jim personally built the stages, much of the seating and decor of a family of venues he still co-owns with his business partner Kevin Cradock. 

Currently, Jim is writing and recording/producing a tragic/comic German Opera, working with some of the classical musicians he has met over the past several years (mostly Oregon Symphony players). The work, "Das Blut" is a satirical, full-fledged production, entirely in German, that takes aim at the rise of a tyrant. It is a nuanced, but completely insurgent take on empathy, power, where our demons come from, and what they eat for dinner. He plans to debut this work, along with a new batch of songs, in 2025.

Ben Landsverk is an American composer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist, based in Portland, OR, whose work focuses on social change through music. Hailed as a “prominent Portland composer” (Bloomberg Magazine) and “a unique musical talent” (Willamette Week), he is best known for his work as one half of the duo Wonderly, with musical partner Jim Brunberg. An active session musician, Landsverk has worked with such musical luminaries as Father John Misty, Pink Martini, Smokey Robinson, Van Dyke Parks, Storm Large, and Ruby Friedman Orchestra. From 2003-2015, he was a collaborator and music director with avant-garde performance artist Holcombe Waller and performed at such festivals as Under The Radar (NYC), Festival de Teatro de Curitiba (Brazil), Queer Zagreb (Croatia), Brooklyn Academy of Music (NYC), and Centre Pompidou (Metz and Paris, France).  

Landsverk is the founder and director of Portland’s Low Bar Chorale and of Voices Unlimited, Portland’s flagship choir for people with neurodiversity. He spent over 20 years as a professional choral director and singer, specializing in medieval, renaissance, and baroque music. 

Landsverk is currently working on his first solo album, scheduled for release in early 2025. 

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Looking Back and Accepting My Choice - CerVon Campbell22 Oct 202101:26:39

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CerVon and I discuss his collaboration with John Oates from Hall and Oates on his latest release DND. We also explore his downward spiral after he ended a relationship that left him gutted but inspired.

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CerVon Campbell is an independent South Carolina artist known for his soulful sound and deep venting lyrics. CerVon is not only a singer/ rapper, but also credited as a screenwriter, stand-up comic, songwriter, and actor. known for bending genres Campbell has crafted mixtures of hip-hop, r&b, alternatives, indie, country/folk, rock, and EDM throughout his discography. the South Carolina native has sounds similar to those of Childish Gambino, Frank Ocean, The Weekend, to artists like Munford & Sons along with the Lumineers.

Website: https://beatcha.in/cervoncampbell
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A Very Long Way - Naomi Fryers20 Oct 202101:05:50

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Naomi and I discuss her Mental Health journey as well as her new book, ‘A Very Long Way’. Naomi was frank and honest about her struggles in this very candid conversation.

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Naomi Fryers is an Independent Australia intern and freelance writer based in Melbourne.

She has written for a number of celebrated Australian and U.S.-based publications including the Huffington Post and the Elephant Journal. She is a former editor of Lot's Wife and The Good Men Project.

You can find her unique takes on lifestyle, politics and mental health, and disability at naomifryers.com.

Naomi’s debut non-fiction book, The Long Way

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No To People Pleasing - Margaret Ghielmetti18 Oct 202101:03:25

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Margaret and I set down and discuss her life as the perfect wife and how she thought that was the only role she could have. One day, something changed, and it was a blessing that her husband supported her by taking her power back. It is a story that we can all learn something from.

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Margaret Davis Ghielmetti is a writer, storyteller, solo performance artist, and photographer. She and her Swiss husband, Patrick, have lived on four continents and have visited nearly fifty countries.  Her journeys inform her rallying cry ("The world is not my enemy!") . . . . and her creative work (including winning two StorySLAMs with The Moth storytelling show.)

Ghielmetti's solo show, “Fierce,” is about reclaiming her creative expression in mid-life . . . and she wrote Brave(ish): A Memoir of a Recovering Perfectionist to inspire readers that it’s never too late to learn to live our own lives – if we dare to let go of outdated roles and rules we thought kept us safe.  

She also hopes to entertain readers with her adventures (and misadventures) abroad . . . and to share what each country taught her (that she never would have learned on her own.)

Genuine connection and deeper conversations with other humans is what drives Margaret’s art.  Please visit www.margaretghielmetti.com to stay in touch . . . find video/audio of her stories . . . view her Instagram photos . . . and for more about Brave(ish): A Memoir of a Recovering Perfectionist. 

Website: https://margaretghielmetti.com 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010048260985

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email: margaret@margaretghielmetti.com

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