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Join Dominick and Virginia as we unravel the intricate dance between narrative and politics, as well as the age-old role of STORY in political campaigning. In this episode, we spotlight the media's role in shaping perceptions and its troubling relationship with misinformation. Our discussion warns against inflammatory rhetoric and champions the return of nuance to policy discussions (in lieu of polarizing issues into binary categories.) This kind of self-regulation is essential as we grapple with complex geopolitical issues during this campaign season and election cycle. We are being called upon to audit our own cherry picking and confirmation bias as we develop an awareness of identity politics. Bipartisan solutions lie solely in retiring echo chambers and the all-too common lifestyle of living in respective bubbles. In the spirit of Language of the Soul Podcast, we are indeed 'turning a page,' culturally. Our call to action is to join in the paradigm shift. To join in the telling of a NEW story--one about who we choose to become moving forward--one about interconnectivity and the march toward human potential.

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

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Angela Van Breemen’s story is a testament to the magic that happens when you follow your heart. In this episode, Angela shares her inspiring journey from co-owning a dental supply company to diving into her true passions—writing, music, and wildlife rehabilitation. She talks about her work with the Procyon Wildlife Rehabilitation Center and how a baby squirrel ignited her love for wildlife. Angela also gives us a glimpse into her creative world with her debut novel "Past Life's Revenge" and her music album "In the Breeze," showing that it’s never too late to chase your dreams.

Guest Bio: Angela van Breemen is a graduate of the University of Guelph with a degree in management economics and was a co-owner of a dental supply company. After the company was sold, she turned her focus to writing, music, and volunteering her time at Procyon Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, located in Beeton, Ontario. Her first novel, Past Life’s RevengI, a crime thriller with a twist of spiritualism, was released in July 2024.
       
Angela belongs to the Wordsmiths based out of Alliston, Ontario, is a member of the Crime Writers of Canada and the South Simcoe Arts Council. Music and poetry have been an integral part of her life and in April 2024 she launched her debut album, In The Breeze. Celtic in nature, it includes three original pieces of music, based on her poetry. Angela is a Soprano Soloist. A firm believer in giving back to the community, she loves to sing for different charitable organizations. She lives in Loretto, Ontario.

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https://m.facebook.com/angela.vanbreemen.5
https://www.instagram.com/angela_van_breemen

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!

We are joined this week by filmmaker Jay J. Levy, who offers us a peek behind the curtain of his creative process as a storyteller, his location services business, and his current collaboration with comedy writer Russ Woody: a comedic web series titled, 'Poster Pickers.' Jay does not identify as a gay filmmaker but rather as a filmmaker who happens to be gay. In other words, he strives for the universal. Even so, he shares his views on LGBTQ representation in cinema. We engage in an honest conversation about the challenges of conveying authentic narratives like that of Jay's coming-out film, "Dirty Magazines." The discussion expands to embrace the evolution of queer cinema and how gay film festival audiences' appetites have matured over the years. Moreover, we delve into the portrayal of the LGBTQ+ experience in a changing societal landscape and how the art of cinema can bridge generational divides, serving as a conduit for understanding and healing.
       
Guest Bio: Jay J. Levy is a writer, director, and location scout, doing each with equal passion and precision. "Dirty Magazines" was his first breakout short film that won a number of Best Film and Best Short nods. Unnerving comedy with a serious undertone seems to be the voice at play. An absurd new web series, "The Poster Pickers," is also available as Jay partners with established comedy writer Russ Woody to pose as contentious film critics who recommend films based solely on the poster. Learn more at Dirty Magazines (1st Half)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8IZvVOznpI&list=PLCNbLlFypypyt8S7Q0tOccwpZrPxAWSW7
Poster Pickers  TAR  https://youtu.be/IGqw3tLiUrg
Poster Pickers The Menu   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkjD32ZA_ZE&list=PLCNbLlFypypxlvomwqhRdi0jNgfW73Gkq

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!

When the veil between life and death seems fragile, where do we turn for answers? Join us as we discuss the afterlife with writer and musician-turned-filmmaker Ben Harl. In recent years, Ben has moved his passion for storytelling from the page to the screen, learning the craft of filmmaking through trial and error (and a huge amount of help from fellow local filmmakers!) As owner and Creative Director of Silver Compass Studios, Ben has written, directed, and produced several award-winning short films and is in post-production on his first feature film, a documentary Afterlife.
       
In the latter half of our discussion, we cast a spotlight on the ways in which the pandemic has reshaped our spiritual landscapes and confronted the often-avoided topic of mortality with honesty and vulnerability. The episode navigates the psychological depths of grief and abandonment, touches on the intersection of science and religion, and contemplates the concept of faith, reincarnation, and our individual contributions to the collective consciousness.

Guest Bio:  With an eye on creativity, Ben Harl is a storyteller at heart. He has spent his life writing music, short stories, poetry, and novels. Ben moved his passion for storytelling from the page to the screen, learning the craft of filmmaking through trial and error (and a huge amount of help from fellow local filmmakers!). As owner and Creative Director of Silver Compass Studios, Ben has written, directed, and produced several award-winning short films and is in post-production on his first feature film, a documentary about the afterlife.

Learn more at https://silvercompassstudios.com

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

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Glenda Benevides is an esteemed award-winning singer-songwriter, a healer, an author, and an altruist with a career that spans decades. Her music, described as the soulful synthesis of Heart, Janis Joplin, and Bessie Smith, resonates with power, emotion, and authenticity. A Recording Academy voting member and Grammy-considered artist, Glenda's songs weave narratives that touch the soul, captivate audiences with emotionally moving performances while exploring the complexities of life, love, and personal experience. Beyond her music, Glenda is a passionate advocate for environmental causes and the empowering force behind the Goddess Movement.

Join us as we embark on an auditory adventure that spans the evolution of narrative in songwriting, the serendipitous paths life carves, and the dynamic shifts in personal identity that define our existence. This episode is an ode to the courage and clarity it takes to embrace one's voice in a world often obsessed with categorization and conformity. With Glenda's insight into her creative process, environmental advocacy and the Goddess Movement, we traverse the interplay of personal beliefs and societal issues, and how they inspire the music that becomes the soundtrack to our collective experience.
Learn more about Glenda Benevides at:
W: https://glendabenevides.com
IG: https://glendabenevidesmusic
FB: https://www.facebook.com/glendabenevides
LINKED: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glendabenevides/
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@GlendaBenevides
Courage Book: https://bit.ly/GBGCourage
MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/glenda-benevides/39369204 

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!

Life IS story. It’s around us all day, every day, shaping our worldviews and society’s paradigms. Language of the Soul Podcast highlights master storyteller in the arts and entertainment, as well as the literary realm, all of whom share our passion for narrative! Story has the power to transform the individual and through the ripple effect, change the world. We can get our hands in the clay. Individually and collectively, we can tell our own story!

Here are  inspiring highlights from just a few of our guests!

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!

Have you ever considered that the tales we tell are the very threads that weave the fabric of society? Virginia and Dominick explore this notion, unraveling the complex relationship between storytelling and its pervasive impact on both personal growth and cultural evolution.  Language of the Soul's latest episode is an eclectic mix of discussions around the essence of art, the intricate balance between artistic freedom and societal responsibility, and the subtle ways in which implicit biases color our everyday interactions.

Join us as we speculate about the elusive definitions of artistic integrity and literary value. What truly defines transformative content? We're reluctant to abandon the traditional tenets that celebrate the potency of storytelling, yet cannot ignore how technological advancements and cultural shifts are reshaping them. We challenge the listener to consider distinctions between literary and commercial fiction, between STORY and mere CONTENT and the waning currency of the human touch and artistic merit in the face of Generative AI.

Equally threatening to both freedom of expression and art for art's sake are forces like sanitization, whitewashing, revisionist history and cancel culture. What is at stake when the mainstream loses the sophistication to parse between transformative story and propaganda? The stakes could not be higher in the face of impending fascism. The question is: what are we going to do about it? What types of stories are we going to tell, moving forward? How can we actively co-create with pendulum swings in human dialectic and shape the future we aspire to? In short, what is the FUTURE of STORY?

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!

A recent health scare has lit a fire, inspiring ninety-year-old Nancy to recommit to the resilience, intellectual curiosity, and brain plasticity that defines her. She has always ministered by example and through her craft, but more and more, that contribution inspires others to live their best lives at any age and remain engaged, productive, and relevant.

Nancy reflects on her core essence, which she discovered while performing as a child. Onstage, she felt like a vessel— a conduit for something she now recognizes as pure love. Nancy walks us through her acting days, her years as a wife, mother, and grandmother, and this most recent chapter she refers to as Chapter Three. Dominick shares his own brush with death which inspired 'Language of the Soul,' both the book and the podcast.  It has become a meeting place for those seeking to understand life's transformative moments in the context of STORY.

Guest Bio: Nancy B pours her passion and love of life into everything she does. She is a professional actress, published author, international speaker, ordained minister, and proud grandmother of 22 grand and great-grandchildren! Rev. Nancy was the senior minister at the Fallbrook Center for Spiritual Living for ten years. She is currently a staff minister at the Global Truth Center in Westlake, California. Her first book, Life is a Game and you can play it, has been translated into Russian and will soon be available in Ukrainian. At 90 years young, she is blessed to have worked recently opposite Jim Carrey in Kidding, in Shining Vale, Rutherford Falls, iCarly, and in the feature film Bromates.

Learn more about Nancy B at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2053035/

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!

We're joined by the soulful and captivating Marina Bakica— actress, filmmaker and multi-media artist. Together, we discuss the power of narrative to not only mirror our world but to reshape it. From Marina's impressive theater training through her latest vehicles of expression—photography and cinema—this episode promises a panoramic view of how story, in all its forms, can sow seeds of empathy while nurturing tolerance through exposure to 'the other.'

Guest Bio: Marina Bakica is an actress born in Argentina to a Croatian father and a Spanish mother. She made her acting debut training with Opera director Carlos Palacios, appearing in several of his stage productions. Marina was also part of the first Dance-Theater company of the National Dance School “Maria Ruanova.” She made a few more theatre performances before traveling to Mexico to study with renowned Maestro Luis De Tavira. Marina then made her way further north, to L.A. She trained under a series of prominent teachers such as Anna Strasberg and Larry Moss. Marina participated in several plays at the Bilingual Foundation of The Arts; the prestigious Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, with the play “Sliding Into Hades.” It was directed by Ron Sossi, winner of four awards, including best production of the year (L.A Weekly Awards,) among others. Marina also ventured into independent cinema, participating in several award-winning productions. In “Return to Babylon” directed by Alex Monty Canawati, she worked alongside legendary Golden Globe winner, Tippi Hedren (Alfred Hitchcock,’s “The Birds”) and Academy Award nominee, Jennifer Tilly (Woody Allen’s “Bullets Over Broadway,”) to name a few. Learn more about Marina Bakica at www.imdb.me/marinabakica IG:@marinabakica

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!

We are all born intuitive beings. Over time, social conditioning can lead us to abandon or mistrust our innate guidance systems. Krystal Parry, evidence-based medium and Reiki master, shares her personal journey toward embracing her unique gifts and abiding the call to share them with the collective. 
       
Join us as we discuss energetic healing work, metaphysics, and the pursuit of holistic wellness. Krystal explains the tradition of Reiki to our listeners--how working with the body's energetic pathways can be more essential to healing than allopathic measures. We discuss the vibrational nature of the universe, the intersection of the rational and the empirical, and the ethics of mediumship. Krystal shares poignant accounts of her work and  we reflect on the power of free will, interconnectivity and the value of unique  gifts to the collective. What Krystal offers is sure to inspire, shining a guiding light on the universal path toward self-discovery.

Guest Bio: Krystal Parry is an Evidenced-based medium who will bring through evidence that your loved ones are right here with you. She is also a Reiki master who facilitates healing for others. In Reiki it is the client’s own energy that heals them. Krystal identifies simply as the  bridge that assists in that healing.  In her mediumship practice she is just the channel between two worlds as she works for spirit. Those souls who have passed on no longer have a voice to express what they would like to say to their loved ones here on Earth.  Krystal Parry has done thousands of readings, International and stateside. Locally, she offers monthly group readings and teach classes.

Learn more about Krystal Parry at www.blossomingmedium.com

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.

This podcast is a labor of love. You can help us spread the word about the power of story to transform. Your donation, however big or small, will help us build our platform and thereby get the word out. Together, we can change the world…one heart at a time!