How are you at letting fear bounce? In our little corner of the podcast universe, we bring you inspiring voices from around the globe who have done just that! Individuals who have faced and conquered their fears and are willing to share their stories with you. Nuggets of Hope will be shared, coffee will be consumed, and we will likely talk about our pets! Join us each Wednesday!
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Syndicated Radio Host Phillip D. Blackmon, of The Phillip D. Blackmon Show, brings you real topics, real conversation, and real truth no matter how bad it may hurt. Between Mental Health Mondays, this show seeks to hold our politicians accountable, on both sides of the isle, for their partisan politics that is destroying our once-great nation. Join us LIVE every M, W, and F at 5:00pm CST on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch, or on one of our MANY radio affiliates.
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Beating Cancer without radiation or chemo-Barbara Walsh S4 EPS44
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Nugget of Hope: "You don't have to wait to feel amazing." As a wife, mom, and business owner, Barbara Walsh had a lot of plans for the prime of her life. But everything changed a few years ago when she went for a routine mammogram and was sent for a biopsy. She was then given the devastating news: You have Stage 1 Breast Cancer. Barbara had always …
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There is a difference between discomfort and danger. Author Don Sawyer S4 EPS43
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Nugget of Hope: There is a difference between danger and discomfort. If you confuse the two, you will miss out on some amazing life experiences. Don Sawyer, a writer and educator, grew up in Michigan and moved to Canada in the 1960s. He has worked with youth and adults from many cultural backgrounds and in a variety of locales, including teaching h…
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"It's okay to say no." Exec. Coach and Author, Janet Polach S4 EPS42
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Nugget of Hope: "Give yourself grace." A distinguished executive coach, speaker, andauthor with over 30 years of diverse experience. Janet's career includes serving as a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Marine Corps and two decades as a global leadership coach. She has collaborated with new, emerging, and executive leaders across various indu…
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"AI communicating with the Creator" books with author Jonni Jordyn S4 EPS42
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Nugget of Hope, "If there is something you really want to do, go all in." Jonni Jordyn, born in Oakland, CA, started playing music at age two and moved on to singing and acting ingrade school. High School introduced writing, filmmaking, drawing, and photography in college. In other words, she had a very liberal arts education. Jonni published some …
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Rescuing My Characters: A Writer's Mission - Author CC Robinson S4 EPS41
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Nugget of Hope: "You are capable of not only surviving but thriving through far tougher situations than you thought possible. But you also need a diverse community to help do this far more than you assume." CC Robinson has been writing stories—mostly in her mind—since she was little. Her first officially published book was a 27-page fiction work in…
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"I needed to restart my life" - Candace MacPhie, Author S3 EPS40
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Candace's Nugget of Hope: "There is always a fresh start." Born in Montreal, Quebec, Candace spent years backpacking and working worldwide. She has a Bachelor of Commerce degree and an MBA and has worked for twenty years on four different continents. She now calls Calgary, Alberta, home. During the COVID lockdown, she had time on herhands and decid…
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"I looked at the world we live in" Fiction Author Brent Olson S4 EPS39
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Nugget of Hope: Each generation has more in common than we realize. As time passes, each generation within a family often brings life full circle.Brent Olson has lived on a small farm in Big Stone County, on the edge of the prairie in western Minnesota, for 64 of his 66 years. As a working journalist, Brent has filed articles from 20 countries on s…
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"It was a life changing experience." with Author Russell G. Little S4 EPS38
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Nugget of Hope: Even in a divided world, people come out to help in tough times. Care for your neighbor. Russell G. Little is a writer and divorce attorney. His book Murder for Me fictionalizes the many people he’s encountered over his lifetime and over forty years of practicing law. His career was populated by colorful characters and wild cases th…
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"The End for now" with Best Selling author Ann Charles S4 EPS37
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Ann's Nugget of Hope: "Find joy in each day. Focus on everyday positives."USA Today Bestselling author Ann Charles writes spicy, character-driven stories full of mystery, romance, comedy, adventure, suspense, and supernatural mayhem. When she's not dabbling in fiction, she's arm wrestling with her two kids, enjoying a drink with her husband, and ar…
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"Always something on the stove, simmering." with Darshaun McAway S4 EPS36
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Darshaun McAway, in his words, "always has something on the stove, simmering." Ideas that he wants to bring to fruition. Nugget: Your life will end at some point; why not try everything you want to do? A Multifaceted Entrepreneur and Author Darshaun McAway has been a prolific writer since 2007,creating a significant impact in the literary world wit…
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Where were you? Reflecting back with Kim Lengling
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As a veteran and a passionate advocate for those who have served, I want to share some thoughts on how 9/11 shaped our country and our generation and why it’s so important that we never forget. Twenty-three years ago, our nation was shaken to its core. The events of 9/11 brought us face-to-face with unimaginable tragedy, but they also revealed the …
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"I tried to heal internal wounds with external achievements." Alan Lazaros S4 EPS35
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Nugget - Regret and fulfillment are two of the best teachers in life. "I struggled with feeling unloveable and experienced social pain." At 26, Alan was involved in a nearly fatal car accident that made him question everything. What if this was it? DidI live a life true to myself. Not liking the answers, he decided to take control of his thoughts a…
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Learning Self-Care with SAM Morrison Wilson EPS34
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"What would your life look like if you loved yourself?" Interesting question. Can you answer it honestly? We'll discuss this question and more during my conversation with SAM Morrison Wilson. SAM is the founder and community host of Safe Heart Connections, an online community group for women learning to love themselves more fully, building a band o…
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"You can't be pushed through your grief" Candy Wolph, Author S4 EPS 33
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"You can't be pushed through your grief." As the CEO and President of "Irreplaceably You," Candy is laser-focused on helping individuals and families navigate the financial challenges that arise during difficult times. Her personal experience as a widow, highlighted in her upcoming book, "Lost and Found in Mexico: A Widow's Road to Recovery," drive…
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"There is healing to be found. It's waiting for you." Ernest Ellender-Author and Coach S4 EPA 32
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"There is healing to be found. It's waiting for you." "Find your Rest and Digest mode." Ernest Ellender, PhD, the "Black Belt Trauma Coach Born and raised along the bayous of South Louisiana, Ellender attended the Jesuit High School of New Orleansbefore pursuing higher education abroad (California, New York, Florence [Italy]). Ellender trained heav…
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Are you brave enough to face aging? Author-Sharon Rolph S4 EPS 31
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"Are you brave enough to face what comes with aging?" "Use whatever ability you have to make a positive difference." The above are just a couple of nuggets of wisdom my guest, Sharon, shared during our conversation. For most of her life, Sharon Rolph felt invisible. When she retired, she wondered how she'd know if she was productive. Today, at 76, …
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"Have to" or "Get to". What is your choise? Stephen Shaner S4 EPS30
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Stephen Shaner has been studying the concept of “attitude” for more than 35 years. Specifically, his interest has focused on how attitude affects people and those around them. He has incorporated learning experiences from many sources, research, and training concerning behavior, attitude, ethics, and business and personal relations. Stephen, as a f…
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If words are empty, they are useless: Mekiya and Itto Outini S4 EPS 29
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"If words are empty, they are useless." Today's episode covers family trauma, abuse, torture, isolation, and starting over and succeeding. I've been blessed to chat with Itto and Mekiya, a married couple, sharing their personal journey, how they came to meet, and the amazing things they are accomplishing together. Itto Outini Founding Editor Itto O…
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"Being introverted, I didn't feel safe." with author Alyssa Hall S3 EPS28
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Alyssa Hall, author of the gripping psychological mysteries "Trusting Claire," "Wanting Aidan," “Romero Pools,” and "Hero of Blackpool," draws inspiration from her own life experiences and travels. Growing up in Newmarket, Ontario, within a multigenerational family of Russian war refugees, Hall overcame challenges such as schoolyard taunting and dy…
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Trauma Bonded with author, Sarah Westbrook S4 EPS 27
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Sarah Westbrook, MS, LPC, NCC, founded Westbrook Counseling Services and Daisy Girl Communications. As a trauma survivor herself, she understands the work that goes into healing. She helps her clients work through their pain to achieve lasting results, laughing along the way to becoming their most authentic selves. As a National Certified Counselor…
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"Nothing could have prepared us." with author AJ Coleman S4 EPS 26
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AJ Coleman holds several titles, including widower and single father. He’s also overcome a hearing impairment, job loss, and crippling anxiety. Through it all, AJ learned to channel these setbacks mentally and emotionally, finding the new inner strength to reach higher limits. He has embraced, accepted, and grown from his past through self-discover…
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Making Composting Accessible Anywhere- Cathy Nesbit-S4 EPS25
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It's all about the worms, folks! Anyone can compost, and my guest today will share how easy it is, no matter where you live: city, suburbs, or country. Cathy Nesbitt is a Health and Wellness Advocate. Founder of Cathy’s Crawly Composters (est 2002), Cathy’s Sprouters, and Cathy’s Laughter Club. She is a multi-award-winning innovator who uses worksh…
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"You can be brave right here and now." - Dani Nichols, Author S4 EPS 24
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Dani Nichols is an award-winning writer from Central Oregon. Her essays have been published in The Other Journal, RANGE Magazine, 1859 Oregon’s Magazine, Fathom Magazine, Reckon Review, Barren Magazine, Oregon Humanities, and more. Her children’s book, BUZZ THE NOT-SO-BRAVE, is in its second printing and still selling strong. “BUZZ” is award-winnin…
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"My lens of life exploded" Rachelle Babler S4 EPS 23
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Rachelle Babler is a TEDx speaker, #1 International Best-Selling Co-Author of 3 books, Entrepreneur & Advocatewho grew up in Southern California. She has had an eclectic background of careers: Paramedic turned Forensic Analyst turned Entrepreneur. After being diagnosed with a rare brain tumor and diving into personal development work, she quit her …
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"Losing a child-I Couldn't see beyond my pain"- Lisa Boehm S4 EPS 22
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Trigger warning. The discussion touches on the topics of death, grief, and suicidal thoughts. Lisa’s life changed forever when her daughter Katie died suddenly in a car accident. Despite the heartache and depression, she learned that life can be beautiful and meaningful again. Lisa now focuses on gratitude and living intentionally to honor her daug…
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Remembrance - A Memorial Day Tribute 2024 with Richard Anton
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Richard James Anton has been a radio broadcaster since 1978 in markets such as Pittsburgh, Detroit, and Indianapolis and is the author of Four Pictures and a Middle Name: A "Swell" Soldier's Short Life. The book is a compilation of personal diary entries and letters home of Sgt James E. Anton, an Aerial Engineer during WWII. The book provides first…
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Shattered and filled with fear - Soodabeh Mokry, RN CHt - S4 EPS 21
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Soodabeh Mokry, RN, CHt Amazon #1 Best Selling Author of Emerging You and the author of the immigration memoir Angel Nightingale, Motivational Speaker, Certified Hypnotherapist, Reiki Master, and Transformational Coach for High Performing Women. Soodabeh inspires her patients, clients, audience, and readers to a new level of understanding of the re…
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Substance abuse/Prison to Successful Business Owner, with Kenneth Carter III S4 EPS 20
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"Don't let a setback be a reason to sit down." Kenneth Carter, III From substance abuse to selling cocaine to serving a prison sentence, Kenneth took a look in the mirror one day while in prison and realized, "I am not a good person." That was his epiphany that led to change and the five core values he lives with to this day: Professionalism Empath…
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A Cup of Tea on The Commode, with Author Mark Porro S4 EPS 19
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Mark Steven Porro, a New Jersey native (Exit 163), earned an Industrial Design degree from The Ohio State University. After years of agency work, his love of acting led him to Hollywood, where he appeared in dozens of television, film, and stage productions. Mark also spent his twenty-eight years in Tinseltown, entrepreneuring. He started five non-…
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Author, Alastair Henry - "Pick a 'Best By' date"- Double Lung Transplant Recipient S4 EPS 18
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Alastair is an author, Narrator, Adventurist, and Double Lung Transplant recipient. Alastair immigrated to Canada from England by himself when he was 19. He became a typical yuppie – family,a house in the suburbs, and a big job in the corporate sector. Following London Life’s Freedom 55 plan – he retired at 57 and went to live in the country. Disil…
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Who is your superhero? Have you ever thought about it? Did you watch cartoons as a kid or read comics and become enthralled with a superhero, and you wanted to be them? Or at least have some of their superpowers? Yeah, I think we have all done that at some point in our lives, maybe as children or even as adults! I had the honor and opportunity to b…
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"I get to step out of time." Award-Winning Author Spencer Sekulin S4 EPS 17
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Award-winning Science Fiction and Fantasy author Spencer Sekulin is a busy guy!When he isn’t on the road as a paramedic orstudying, he is most likely writing. Born and raised in Ontario, Canada, Spencer fell in love with books at a young age, with authors like Terry Brooks and Eoin Colfer giving him an appetite for speculative fiction. Though hedid…
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It's all about worms with Cathy Nesbitt S4 EPS 16
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Cathy Nesbitt is a Health and Wellness Advocate. She is also the founder of Cathy’s Crawly Composters (est 2002), Cathy’s Sprouters, and Cathy’s Laughter Club. A multi-award-winning innovator, Cathy uses workshops and inspirational speaking to motivate people to live more sustainably. She is a certified Laughter Yoga Teacher. Dr. Madan Kataria, the…
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Giving animals a chance Part 2 - Faith over Fear with Ruth Thompson S4 EPS 15
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Grab your coffee, friends. This week is Part 2 of my chat with Ruth, founder and wearer of many hats of The ANNA Shelter, a no-kill animal shelter dedicated to helping neglected, abused, and needy animals find their forever homes. Part 2, as Part 1 did, finds us talking about animals but also life and how circumstances have shaped who we are as a p…
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Giving animals a chance Part 1 - The ANNA Shelter with Ruth Thompson S4 EPS 14
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Grab your coffee friends. This week finds me chatting with my new best friend, Ruth Thompson, Founder and wearer of many hats of The ANNA Shelter, a no-kill animal shelter dedicated to helping neglected, abused and needy animals find their forever homes. Listen in to Part 1 as we chat about the animals, the emotional toll this work can take, and ho…
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From addiction to Author and Mentor with Shannon Mondor S4 EPS 13
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Shannan Mondor underwent a profound transformation on August 17, 2019, when she resolved to break free from the grip of alcoholism and confront the lifelong pain and fear that had haunted her. Raised in an environment where she was constantly belittled and subjected to physical and mental abuse by a family member, Shannan internalized the negative …
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I wanted to feel normal - with Author, Michelle Kuei S4 EPS 12
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Conquering fears and literally, facing the mountain and conquering that as well! That's what my guest Michelle shared this week. This is one you won't want to miss folks! Michelle Kuei is a distinguished Visibility Marketing Coach and a respected expert in content and email marketing strategies. She is the founder of Elevate LifeCoaching, where she…
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From NASA Consultant to Author with Lori Keesey S4 EPS 11
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When Lori Keesey wrote and illustrated a story about three puppies lost in a hatbox, it piqued her interest in writing. An introduction to Scout Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird many years later sealed the deal. Lori decided then that she wanted to write fiction. Many, many years passed—and hundreds of novels were read—before Lori realized her goal w…
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What do men fear? with Dr. Avrum Weiss, PhD S4 EPS 10
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Dr. Weiss is a psychologist with over forty years of experience practicing and teaching psychotherapy. Dr. Weiss provides invaluable insights into the challenges men face today, offering a nuanced understanding that goes beyond stereotypes and looks at what men fear. Over the past decade, his work has focused on understanding men's internal lives, …
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Be FEARLESS with your Self-Care - S4 - EPS9
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Welcome back to another episode of Let Fear Bounce Podcast! Today, we are going to delve into a topic that is often overlooked but holds immense significance in our daily lives - "The Necessity of Self-Care." Life can be a rollercoaster, and amid our hectic schedules, it's easy to neglect our well-being. Join me as we explore the importance of maki…
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Mindful Healing with Elizabeth Cessna, MS, NBCCH
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Elizabeth Cessna has been a therapist in private practice for over 35 years. She is board-certified by the National Board of Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists. Elizabeth offers specialized, in-person counseling, EMDR therapy, Fertility Counseling, and Ericksonian Hypnotherapy. Elizabeth completed her graduate work at Pittsburgh Theological Seminar…
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Flying Solo on Valentine's Day: Embrace Your Journey S4 EPS 7
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Valentine's Day is often associated with romantic love, butlet's redefine it as a celebration of all kinds of love – love for yourself, for friends, for family, and for the unique journey you're on. Happy Valentine's Day! ------------------------- A bit more about me: Author, coordinator of anthologies, and podcast host, I enjoy getting to know peo…
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Stand-Up stories with a Stand-Up Comedian-Jon Gagnon S4 EPS6
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Jon Gagnon is a Canadian Standup Comedian who has been a part of the New York and Burbank Comedy Festival. As a cartoonist and award-winning screenwriter, Jon has a knack for both short concise, and longer storytelling-style jokes. Jon started comedy as a form of therapy after being attacked in a random act of violence leaving him in a coma for a s…
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Embrace the Writer In You, whether published or not with author Diann Boehm S4 EPS5
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Storyteller and best-selling children's book author, Diann Floyd Boehm was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is an award-winning international author of children’s books and young adult historical fiction. In addition, Diann writes books to inspire readers to be kind, love themselves, peace in the world, and to embrace imagination! You can find all her …
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Pen to Paper-Navigating a Writer's Reality with author J.R. Johnson
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J.R.'s Nugget of Hope: There is always a blue sky behind the clouds. J.R. Johnson writes science fiction and fantasy about futurehistories, imaginary geographies, and speculative societies. J.R. Johnson, one of 12 winners in the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest earned herself a trip to Hollywood, a week-long master-class workshop and wi…
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It's all about Cats - Animal Welfare Advocate - Stacy Lebaron S4 EPS3
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Stacy LeBaron has been involved in animal welfare for almost 30 years. She currently hosts a weekly podcast called the Community Cats Podcast where she interviews nationally and internationally renowned experts helping with the problem of cat overpopulation and cat welfare. She has recorded over 500 episodes. In addition to the podcast, Stacy is co…
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"Remind yourself and others of the good things," with author Karin Melberg Schwier S4 EPS2
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Karin's Nugget of Hope: "Pay attention. Look up. Remind yourself and others of the good things." Karin Melberg Schwier is a freelance writer, editor, and illustrator in Saskatoon Saskatchewan. Karin edits and writes for Saskatoon HOME and contributes to Prairies North magazines. She began her career as a reporter for a northern Alberta weekly newsp…
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Start your New Year fearlessly! If you let it, fear has a way of holding you back, but embracing courage can transform your life. Don't let fear(s) hold you back from your best year yet! A few common fears that often inhibit people's lives: Fear of Failure: This fear can prevent individuals from taking risks and trying new things, hindering persona…
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Digging into history with historical fiction author, Mack Little EPS 50
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Mack Little grew up in the Deep South and has accumulated a vibrant experience that she often emulates in her storytelling. Her studies in International Politics and service in the Army have given her impressive perspectives, which add layers of intrigue and twists to her storytelling. After leaving the Army, Mack worked as a medical librarianand a…
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"I thought about suicide all the time," with author David Shamszad S3 EPS 49
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David's Nugget of Hope: Choose courage every day. David Russell Shamszad is a real estate CEO, industry leader, and fearless mental health advocate - but that's not the entire story. He also has bipolar disorder and is a recovering alcoholic - that's where the story begins. From an Iranian-American family in Oakland, California. Davidgrew up in the…
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