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This week, I had the chance to have a chat with the talented Cali Kira, a young actress from LA known for her emotional performances. She’s trained at top acting schools, appeared in numerous short …

This week, I had the…

This week, I had the chance to have a chat with the talented Cali Kira, a young actress from LA known for her emotional performances. She’s trained at top acting schools, appeared in numerous short films, and won awards like the 2024 J.O. Teen Scholarship. Cali also has a background in competitive cheer, loves gymnastics and surfing, and performs stand-up comedy.Here are the things the we had dive into:Cali’s Competitive cheer experiencesHer acting career and some of her standout rolesThe awards she's already won for her acting workHer role in the world of stand-up comedy and what it's lik…

This week, I had a delightful chat with Ben Cooper, an enthusiastic beekeeper with tons of amazing stories. You’ll definitely get a buzz from this! Here’s a peek at what we covered:- How Ben fell …

This week, I had a d…

This week, I had a delightful chat with Ben Cooper, an enthusiastic beekeeper with tons of amazing stories. You’ll definitely get a buzz from this! Here’s a peek at what we covered:- How Ben fell in love with beekeeping and his journey so far.- The joys and challenges of working with bees.- Unique bee behaviors, like how they protect their hives and recognize each other.- Fun facts, like honey’s ability to last forever!- Ben’s tips for helping bees survive the winter and tough weather.- What it takes to be a good beekeeper and keep hives healthy.- Ben's book about animals in the Bible,…

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Bennett Rea, the creative force behind the viral TikTok series “Cookin' with Congress”. Bennett’s unique approach to cooking involves recreating qu…

This week, I had the…

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Bennett Rea, the creative force behind the viral TikTok series “Cookin' with Congress”. Bennett’s unique approach to cooking involves recreating quirky recipes from politicians. Whether you’re a food enthusiast or simply curious about the intersection of politics and cooking, this episode is filled with humor and intriguing stories. Here’s a look at what we discussed:Bennett shared how he recreates unusual recipes from politiciansWe talked about some of the bizarre dishes he's made, including gelatin recipes and odd flavor combinations.W…

In this episode, I had the honor of having a heartwarming conversation with Mark Steven Porro, a former actor who transitioned to caregiver and author. Mark shares his profound journey of supporting h…

In this episode, I h…

In this episode, I had the honor of having a heartwarming conversation with Mark Steven Porro, a former actor who transitioned to caregiver and author. Mark shares his profound journey of supporting his Aging mother and the valuable insights he gained along the way.In this podcast, you’ll hear about:Mark’s early career in acting and his experiences in Hollywood.The decision to leave his acting career to care for his mother.The challenges and rewards of being a caregiver, especially for adult children.Humorous anecdotes from his Caregiving journey, as detailed in his book, A Cup of Tea on t…

This week, I had the honor to talk with one of the strongest people I’ve ever met, Isabella Young. She shared her incredible story of surviving years of cult torture, narcissistic abuse, and unimagi…

This week, I had the…

This week, I had the honor to talk with one of the strongest people I’ve ever met, Isabella Young. She shared her incredible story of surviving years of cult torture, narcissistic abuse, and unimaginable loss. Her strength and resilience are truly inspiring. Here are some of the topics we discussed in this episode:Her escape from a messianic cult after years of tortureHealing from narcissistic abuse and emotional traumaReclaiming her life and breaking free from mind controlTools and advice for others facing similar strugglesThe power of self-healing and empowermentHow to protect yourself fro…

This week I had the best time conversing with the amazing Brock Meier, who, after a 50-year career in scientific research, now focuses on uncovering incredible, untold stories from the past! His passi…

This week I had the …

This week I had the best time conversing with the amazing Brock Meier, who, after a 50-year career in scientific research, now focuses on uncovering incredible, untold stories from the past! His passion for storytelling and creativity made for an engaging and inspiring conversation.Here are the things discussed in this episode:Brock talked about his book, The Stonecutter, and mentioned the inspiration behind his writing and the personal experiences that influenced his storytelling.He elaborated on the historical context of the Nabataeans and their culture, highlighting its significance in his …

This week, we had the pleasure of hosting the talented Katie K, a stand-up comedian who has been making audiences laugh since 2016. She’s graced comedy clubs, festivals, corporate events, and colleg…

This week, we had th…

This week, we had the pleasure of hosting the talented Katie K, a stand-up comedian who has been making audiences laugh since 2016. She’s graced comedy clubs, festivals, corporate events, and colleges across the country, and has made notable appearances on NBC's America's Got Talent and the Amazon Prime show Squished.I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation, where Katie shared her inspiring journey from juggling multiple jobs to carving out her own path in comedy through hard work and dedication. Here are some highlights from our discussion:Katie offers valuable strategies for connecting with d…

This week, I was able to sit down and have an amazing conversation with Shaney Andler, a former special Education teacher who developed an incredible teen Mental Health program after her own son's str…

This week, I was abl…

This week, I was able to sit down and have an amazing conversation with Shaney Andler, a former special education teacher who developed an incredible teen mental health program after her own son's struggles with Anxiety. Here are the key topics that we had discussed:How Shaney's personal journey with her son's anxiety inspired her to develop a practical, accessible program to equip teens with essential coping strategies.The stigma around mental health, but also a concerning trend of teens embracing it as an identityHow she believes many teens cope with problems by immersing themselves in their…

This week, I’m thrilled to have Misti Gaither, a psychic medium and paranormal investigator, join us on the show! She shares her experiences from the worlds of true crime and the paranormal and her …

This week, I’m thr…

This week, I’m thrilled to have Misti Gaither, a psychic medium and paranormal investigator, join us on the show! She shares her experiences from the worlds of true crime and the paranormal and her quest to connect the living with the dead. Here are some of things that we had discussed:Misty shared how she had psychic abilities since a young age, but was raised in a very religious household where these abilities were seen as "demonic"Misty believes everyone has some level of psychic ability, whether it's called "intuition" or something elseMisty sees a connection between true crime cases and…

This week, I had the privilege of engaging in an eye-opening conversation with Brian Townsend, a retired DEA Supervisory Special Agent and former Resident Agent in Charge. Brian shared his inspiring m…

This week, I had the…

This week, I had the privilege of engaging in an eye-opening conversation with Brian Townsend, a retired DEA Supervisory Special Agent and former Resident Agent in Charge. Brian shared his inspiring mission to tackle the drug crisis through innovative educational initiatives. Here’s a glimpse of what we discussed:Brian’s Journey: From leading the DEA office in Springfield to developing impactful fentanyl awareness programs.The Fentanyl Crisis: The harsh realities of the fentanyl epidemic and its devastating effects on communities.Education and Prevention: How vital education and proactive …

This week, I had an enlightening conversation with Dr. Ashley Smith, an award-winning psychologist who transformed her personal challenges into a beacon of hope for others. Her work is driven by a per…

This week, I had an …

This week, I had an enlightening conversation with Dr. Ashley Smith, an award-winning psychologist who transformed her personal challenges into a beacon of hope for others. Her work is driven by a personal journey through a rare vision impairment that has given her deep insight into overcoming adversity and thriving despite challenges. Here are some key points from our discussion:She spoke openly about her personal battles with mental health, particularly in the context of her disability.Dr. Smith emphasized the importance of balancing mental health awareness with resilience.She highlighted th…

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Matt Oakley, a singer-songwriter known for infusing modern flair into the classic storytelling tradition of country music. Representing the promising fut…

This week, I had the…

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Matt Oakley, a singer-songwriter known for infusing modern flair into the classic storytelling tradition of country music. Representing the promising future of the genre, Matt and I discussed the following:How his college years in South Carolina were a turning point, marking the beginning of his serious pursuit of music.His distinctive fusion of Modern Country, Country Rock, and Country-Pop, highlighting the central role of storytelling in his songwriting.The way personal experiences and stories from people he encounters inspire his music, focusin…

This week, I chatted with Elizabeth Welch, a seasoned paranormal investigator with nearly eight years of expertise. She takes us into the world of the paranormal, sharing her exploration of the inters…

This week, I chatted…

This week, I chatted with Elizabeth Welch, a seasoned paranormal investigator with nearly eight years of expertise. She takes us into the world of the paranormal, sharing her exploration of the intersection between history and the supernatural.In this episode, you will learn:How Elizabeth Welch grew up in a haunted house and developed an early fascination with the paranormal.Her personal paranormal experiences that shaped her career.Insights from her fieldwork as a paranormal investigator.The intersection of history and the supernatural, and how this unique perspective impacts her investigatio…

This week I chat with veteran journalist Mark Albert about his 25 year career in media and what caused him to shift gears. He takes us around the globe for some silly stories and one especially heartb…

This week I chat wit…

This week I chat with veteran journalist Mark Albert about his 25 year career in media and what caused him to shift gears. He takes us around the globe for some silly stories and one especially heartbreaking one that shows the need for a functioning media in society. In this one you will learn:How he went from tallying up electoral votes in his living room to reporting from the White HouseHis experiences training journalism professionals in countries that do not yet value free journalismThe story of a soldiers death at a base and the investigative journalism that found the true cause.How to fi…

We are back this week with the second and final part of my conversation with Aliya Kasabian who at 16 years old found herself living a nightmare when she was sent to Boise Girl's Academy a place many …

We are back this wee…

We are back this week with the second and final part of my conversation with Aliya Kasabian who at 16 years old found herself living a nightmare when she was sent to Boise Girl's Academy a place many describe as a cult and even more people accused of preying on girls in the "troubled teen" system. In our concluding conversation we cover:Why her parents thought they were "giving her a gift" by sending her there and why they did not pick her up despite her pleasThe PTSD she suffered and still deals with because of her time in BoisePicking up the pieces and what she did after leaving at 17 years …

What is the Boise Girl's Academy and why do so many places across the nation continue to profit off of "troubled teens"? This week I speak with Aliya Kasabian who at 16 years old found herself trapped…

What is the Boise Gi…

What is the Boise Girl's Academy and why do so many places across the nation continue to profit off of "troubled teens"? This week I speak with Aliya Kasabian who at 16 years old found herself trapped in this place. We cover:The nightmare of being kidnapped in the middle of the night to go to BoiseThe bizarre rules that seem counterproductive to the mission of helping these young womenThe truly heart-breaking punishments girls faced when rules were not followedWhy her parents thought they were "giving her a gift" by sending her thereThis is part one and next week we pick up where we leave off …

This week we talk all things staring in scary movies with someone with ONE of the CRAZY scary movie scenes I have ever seen. Charlotte is an actor based in Toronto, Ontario. She moved to New York to b…

This week we talk al…

This week we talk all things staring in scary movies with someone with ONE of the CRAZY scary movie scenes I have ever seen. Charlotte is an actor based in Toronto, Ontario. She moved to New York to begin her career at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting, where she completed the Three Year Conservatory. After graduating, she continued working in theatre as well as sketch comedy and film. Charlotte and her sketch troupe ‘Cheap Wine’ won the Best Newcomer award in the ‘Sketch to the Death’ competition at The Social Capital Theatre. Charlotte has been busy and is in two feature films in the…

For Dariann Leigh, this is so much more than country music. From her one-stop town in Karlstad, Minnesota (population 713), Dariann captured the star power of the original women of country music. From…

For Dariann Leigh, t…

For Dariann Leigh, this is so much more than country music. From her one-stop town in Karlstad, Minnesota (population 713), Dariann captured the star power of the original women of country music. From lyrics bleeding through static-filled radios and scratched CDs. Dariann Leigh doesn’t just want to make music, she wants to write the soundtrack for hairbrush singers, dashboard drummers and air guitar players everywhere. Dariann has been featured on The Boot, CMT, and more with her previous single's "Closer", "Let Me Go", "10,000 miles", and most recently with her new single "Leave". As a kid,…