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Personal Growth Episodes

In this category, episodes focus on personal development, sharing strategies and stories that inspire listeners to grow and evolve in their lives.
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Nov. 22, 2021

Living the dream with author, speaker, and pornography addiction expert Joshua Shea

Send us a text Joshua Shea is a former pornography addict-turned-expert on a mission to get the world talking about pornography addiction, and the potential ramifications being a porn addict can cause. He's given a TED Talk, and written three books on the subject. His latest book, Porn and the Pandemic: How Three Months in 2020 Changed Everything was released in July 2020. It looks at how the world of online pornography changed overnight during the COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak with analysis an...
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Nov. 17, 2021

living the dream with professional writer, speaker, author, and poet Steve Vincent

Send us a text As a professional writer, teacher, spiritual coach, poet and author, Steve Vincent brings more than 33 years of experience to the table to help others overcome their challenges and live their dharma. Steve is a public speaker, workshop facilitator and creator of Pendragon Men's Circle and Copywriters' Escape Room support programs. A lover of sunsets, his search for the truth of our human existence has stretched from the sands of the Sunshine Coast to the hot springs of New Zeala...
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Nov. 8, 2021

Living the dream with the author of deeply defined Janey Pitts

Send us a text Janey has a journalism degree from Samford University and a Masters degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. She has served on church staffs for over fifteen years, and is the author of Deeply Defined: Understanding Who You Are in Christ. Her book, Deeply Defined, takes words Christians use all the time but can't really explain (grace, mercy, holiness, etc.), and lays them out in entertaining and easy to understand bites. Deeply Defined uses the Bible's original lang...
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Oct. 18, 2021

living the dream with singer, worship leader, and podcast host Jonnie Taverner

Send us a text Jonnie Taverner Incredibly passionate about Jesus. Worship leader/singer/songwriter, speaker, and, producer of Refuge Freedom Stories podcast. Jonnie has been producing the Refuge Freedom Stories radio show and podcast for over a year now. He has also worked in the nuclear industry for over 40 years in various roles and experiences. Jonnie loves to talk to people about God, sing and write about God, and, share stories about real lives changed by the Power of God. Jonnie is passi...
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Oct. 5, 2021

living the dream with author and trauma surviver Jewels

Send us a text Jewels is 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. Jewels life was out of control and she was circling the drain. The second part is life today and how Jewels urgently worked through her past and now have a wonderful life as a result. But her story is not your average girl gets sober story. She didn’t just get sober. She created a life of truth and authenticity. He...
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Oct. 4, 2021

living the dream with author and life coach Ani Rich

Send us a text Ani Rich enjoys Sharing life lessons and tips to help people transform t every area of their lives. Ani discusses how she managed to travel and live in a van for 8 months with my husband and our 3-year-old. She shows people why balancing alone time and community time is vital for being content In her coaching cessions she helps her clients discover why Healing inner child wounds can take a long time and how to support ourselves through the journey Ani also specializes in teachin...
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Sept. 30, 2021

living the dream with author and business owner Anthony Gonzalez

Send us a text Anthony Gonzalez from the County of Kings “11207,” born and raised. Anthony is 48 years old & he is a man who has spent most of his life either in the "Streets" or in "Prison". Facing a Federal Conspiracy charge in 2007, all Anthony could think of was his son Dominic while locked down. It was his son who inspired him to write. so he could have a better idea of who his father was/is & hopefully am. Anthony said he just felt he should know his father, flaws and all. Currently, Antho...
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Sept. 10, 2021

living the dream with author and kidnapping surviver Jennifer Steil

Send us a text It had long been my dream to become a writer and to live abroad, but I couldn't figure out how to achieve it until I was - almost accidentally - invited to move to Yemen to run a newspaper. In Yemen, I discovered the life I had always wanted - I sold my first book, met my husband, had my daughter. Since then we've lived in Jordan, Bolivia, London, France, and Uzbekistan. It's not always easy (I've been kidnapped, my husband has been attacked by a suicide bomber), but it's never du...
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Sept. 8, 2021

living the dream with author, journalist, and energy worker Sue Dhillon

Send us a text I'm Sue Dhillon. I'm a writer, journalist, mindfulness trainer, energy worker and the author of Heart To Heart: 10 Steps To Communicating Mindfully & Connecting Deeply. I'm a former network tv journalist and have worked for ABC, CBS and Fox affiliates in multiple markets and multiple newsrooms. I've been through a series of traumatic events and have spent more than two and half decades on a journey of self discovery learning from the top gurus. I'm here to use my own hardships as ...
Sept. 7, 2021

living the dream with the credit cowboy jay gladney

Send us a text Hey I'm Jay, affectionately known in Texas as "The Credit Cowboy", the Founder of G5Financial.com and also the author of the Amazon title: "The Money Book: A Brief Guide to Building Personal and Business Credit in Any Economy". Over the last four years our team has helped several hundred people with credit issues qualify for mortgages and in turn save tens of thousands of dollars in interest! G5Financial.com assists members with strategically building out credit profiles that are ...
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Sept. 3, 2021

living the dream with snorble founder Mike Rizkalla

Send us a text On this episode I am joined by the founder of snorble.com Mike Rizkalla. Mike’s journey is to define human interaction experiences with robotics to enrich the lives of families through magical tech experiences. Mike is a visionary entrepreneur with a deep understanding of the advances made in the field of robotics with an award-winning track record in innovation and UX. He aims to enrich the lives of families through magical tech experiences. He is skilled at developing new busin...
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Sept. 1, 2021

living the dream with actor, writer, director, producer, stand-up comedian, and personal development expert Michael Stein

Send us a text Michael Stein is an entrepreneur, actor, writer, director, producer, stand-up comedian, and personal development expert. Michael is the founder and CEO of Abadak Inc. A company that he started with zero money and has since made 100+ million dollars. Michael started his entrepreneurial career when he was 19 years old, becoming the #1 young nightclub promoter in Los Angeles. Michael has acted and worked with multiple Academy Award-winning actors, filmmakers, producers, and fortune...
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Aug. 25, 2021

living the dream with blind psychotherapist and community advocate Rachel Longan

Send us a text Today I am joined by blind psychotherapist and community advocate Rachel Longan. Rachel believes that all people have the potential to live fully and find joy in relationships, community, family and creative endeavors. Rachel enjoys helping people realize their own potential, care for each other and advocate for themselves. She creates a safe and accepting space for you to find your own strength and feel heard and understood. Together we will identify a place to start and move at ...
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Aug. 23, 2021

living the dream with author and the blind blogger Maxwell Ivey

Send us a text Maxwell Ivey Jr is known as The Blind Blogger. Born into a family of carnival owners in Texas, USA, Maxwell Ivey lost his sight at age 12. Having a natural gusto for life, Max graduated college and became heavily involved in the Eagle Scouts. He also worked in the family business for years, until his dad died. Faced with his own mortality, Max made some life-altering changes. He underwent gastric surgery and lost over 250 pounds. He started his own business, buying and selling ...
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Aug. 4, 2021

Living the dream with singer/song writer, recording artist, and author Stewart Gatsi

Send us a text A modern renaissance man, meets human bucket-list. There is no stopping Stewart, once he makes up his mind to do something. A travel connoisseur, with experience living in four continents. Stewards major achievements to date have thus far, have been recording a professional E.P, and He also recently published His first book. With a background in construction design and 3d modelling, Stewart Gatsi is an independent singer/songwriter, recording artist, educator, and author.
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July 21, 2021

living the dream with autistic business owner, podcaster, and speaker Sam Mitchell

Send us a text Sam Mitchell, a teenager living with autism, brings you Autism Rocks and Rolls. Although Sam has had obstacles in the past and still has daily struggles, he is using this platform to take away the stigma off of autism and other conditions that many think are disabilities. He often brings guests into the conversation, whether it be family members, friends, celebrities or others involved in the world of autism. He wants to prove that he is not broken and does not need to be fixed. S...
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July 19, 2021

living the dream with financial advisor and podcast host Kye Harris

Send us a text In this episode I am joined by Kye Harris. Kye is a Financial Adviser, Business Owner and Host of ‘It’s More than Money’ Podcast. Kye is real, honest and passionate about helping to understand that a humans worth is not what they have in the bank or the possessions they own, but what is inside of them. When people know what they value most, Kye believes that creating a plan for financial success becomes a much simpler and more effective process. With money having such an emotion...
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July 9, 2021

living the dream with professional runner and coach Colin Turner

Send us a text Today I am joined by professional runner and coach Colin Turner. Collin opens up about how he had to reinvent himself as a runner due to injuries, pain, and not being able to run more than five miles in his 30's. Colin talks about how he reinvented him self as a top runner and how he will run in the Boston marathon this October. If you want to take Colins running course so you can learn how to get stronger, faster, and more durable for life you can sign up at www.turnerfitnesscoac...
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July 7, 2021

living the dream with business man Jeff Morrill

Send us a text In todays episode I am joined by business man Jeff Morrill. We discuss how him and his brother run multy million dollar businesses ethically. Join me as Jeff talks about doing the right thing and discusses his business ethics. Visit Jeff on the web at www.jeffmorrill.com or www.planetsubaru.com
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June 25, 2021

living the dream with radio personality turned author Kid Curry

Send us a text In this episode I am joined by radio personality turned author Kid Curry. Kid discusses how he went from running the most listened to station in Miami to being forced in to retirement due to a multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Kid Curry discusses the tests that are performed during the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, and he also gives some tips for those suffering with the disease. Kid also talks about how his radio career began and how his bed check segments got him a tour of the Wh...
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June 23, 2021

living the dream with author and creative healer Corry Macdonald

Send us a text Today I am joined by creative healer Corry Macdonald. We talk about how surviving the 9.0 Fukishima Japan earthquake in 2011 started her on the journey of creative healing. You can check Corry out on the web at www.creatinghealingwithcorry.com
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June 21, 2021

living the dream with podcaster, speaker, and business owner Erik Allen

Send us a text In todays episode I am joined by speaker, podcaster, and business owner Erik Allen. We discuss how Erik survived domestic violence, jail time, and bankruptcy and turned his life around. Erik is now helping MMA fighters and business owners get known and noticed on line. See what Erik is up to at www.erikallenmedia.com
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June 9, 2021

living the dream with writer, speaker, and coach Daralyse Lyons

Send us a text Today on the show I am joined by writer, speaker, and coach Daralyse Lyons to discuss how she left a high-paying job 12 years ago to begin living her dream. She talks about how a eating disorder forced her to evaluate her life and make that career change. You can check out everything that Daralyse is up to at her website www.daralyselyons.com
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June 7, 2021

living the dream with author, speaker, and extra mile day creator shawn anderson

Send us a text There are 10,000 "motivational gurus" great at talking about making money, serving others, being mindful, finding purpose, living with harmony, overcoming obstacles...and living the life they love. But are they DOING it? Shawn Anderson is. 1. Seven books written (80,000+ copies sold), and have hit #1 on Amazon in "Motivation" and "Self Help" several times. 2. Created national movements. Founder of "Extra Mile Day" (11/1)...a day recognizing volunteers heroes who "go the extra ...
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