Episodes

In this episode I am talking to Michelle Virog a brand expert from Canada, about her having a kidney transplant and how she contracted west nile virus. We also talk about how she transitioned out of a traditional office job as a marketing person to owning her own successful online business as a brand consultant. I actually joined her branding hub program for really zeroing in on my vision, values, goals for the Nowhere To Go But Up brand. There is a lot of information and master classes availabl...

In this episode we accidently end up down the road of covert racism, and white fragility when we expressly said in the beginning of the conversation that we were going to steer away from social issues in this episode. I'm not sure if we made it 10 minutes before it moved into that space and you can clearly see from the conversation that it wasn't intentional but you can also see that it kept going back there by both of us. . I'm not sure how I felt about my participation in this conversation. ...

In this episode I talk to Alan Samuel Cohen who is a speaker, author, coach, and public relations expert that has an interesting connection to the Harry Potter Series. For over three decades Alan Cohen has worked with business leaders as an executive coach, senior marketing professional, and human resources consultant. As a sought-after speaker, author, leadership instructor and executive coach, he has helped and inspired senior-level executives and teams to become more connected to their lives...

In this episode I talk to Scott Hall about his journey through life including jail, addiction, food industry, podcaster, and Pursuing the passion of comedy. Scott is a comedian. I actually related to Scott's story quite a bit. . Scott Hall is a comedian in the DC comedy scene, quickly making a name for himself as a talented MC with a passion for crowdwork. Scotts comedy is a mix of nonsense, self examination and crowd participation. Scott has performed on both the east and west coast most rece...

In this episode I talk to Giampierro Scattalon about his tour in Afghanistan and the PTSD that he suffered as a result of his experience. We also talk about vulnerability and the importance of communication. . To support the show through Patreon: . https://www.patreon.com/user?u=19859993 . All the ways to listen, support, find, ect.. go here: . https://linktr.ee/Nowheretogobutup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/no-where-to-go-but-up/message

In this episode I am talking to Michael Hsu an author, empath, coach, & podcaster about intergenerational trauma, what it is and how it works. . About Michael: . Michael coaches empaths and highly sensitive people who experience anxiety, anger, and depression to learn the revolutionary Emotional Strength F.I.S.T. process that heals the root of all your negative emotions, feelings and problems from the ground up through intergenerational trauma healing by finding out "Whose movie are you in?"...

In this episode I am talking to 2 of the contributors of this book and how they came upon these methamphetamine possession with the intent to distribute conspiracy's that were being carried out of the norther district of Texas by a judge named John McBryde. Who by the way has a disciplinary record while he was in the 5th circuit, and most of his reviews are unpleasant and unfavorable. . Direct link to Judge McBryde's reviews: . http://therobingroom.com/Judge.aspx?ID=965 . . Book Intro: . If some...

*Excerpt from floridapolitics.com publication: . #justice4richardmidkiff . https://floridapolitics.com/…/349775-he-was-the-picture-of-… . "The Con" watch episode 1 for free tomorrow night @ 8pm EST link below. . https://www.thecon.tv/event . You can also check out the co-hosted interview I did with "The Ripple Effect" Podcast, and the producer of "The Con" Patrick Lovell. . Podcast Direct Play Link: . https://pdcn.co/…/now…/Patrick_Lovell_Final_Cut-auphonic.mp3 . Connect to the show here: https:...

Ricky Varandas and I teamed up to do a swap-cast which is 1 recording 2 podcasts. We both release it as an episode on our shows. I was pretty excited to be a part of this whole process leading up to the release of "The Con" a true crime documentary series releasing on virtual cinemas 8/7/20. Catch the 1st episode for free on 8/5/20 @ 8pm EST links are below. Great conversation and series. Don't forget to check out "The Ripple Effect" Podcast links are below as well. . I did a pretty lengthy intr...

In this episode I talk to Melissa Veatch who is currently serving 33 years at FCI Wasica in Minnesota. Melissa originally caught her case in Fort Worth, TX. The reason I wanted to talk to Melissa is her case is just one of thousands that are very similar in the federal justice system. You no longer need hard evidence or even to be in possession of the very drugs that you will be sent to prison for supposedly selling in the first place. All the prosecution needs is a willing criminal that is mot...

In this episode I have a long conversation with Kevin McNulty who served in the Air Force for 20 years. After Kevin Retired that career. He began his journey in the private sector as a consultant and speaker. Now Kevin has his own consulting firm called Huma-dyne, Life skills Institute that offers soft skills and work place dynamics consulting and training. Kevin is also an Author of a book titled "The Gap Between Two Worlds" as well as the host of a show called "Get The Edge" Podcast. Kevin's...

In this episode I have a conversation with Jeffery Davis. Jeffery is a transformational coach as well as an actor in Los Angeles, CA. Jeffery shares his journey to self enlightenment and moving out of the mind and into the heart. We get into some deep perspectives. To support the show through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=19859993 All the ways to listen, support, find, ect.. go here: https://linktr.ee/Nowheretogobutup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/no-where-to-go-...

In this episode I get to have a conversation with Ricky Varandas who is the host of a show that I'm a fan of called "The Ripple Effect Podcast". We get to know each other talking about conspiracies, being a father, the influences that we followed before we started a show. We talked about a lot of different topics in this conversation. The Ripple Effect Podcast: The Ripple Effect Podcast has historians on like Dan Carlin, musicians like Rou from Enter Shikari, scientists like Cara Santa Maria, ...

This is part 1 of 2. In this episode I talk to Eliza Schneder who started a Facebook group called Keto & Low Carb Optionz! with Eliza. I wanted to know what I had to do if I wanted to start a low carb diet. I Put on a few pounds during the Covid lock down, so I'm trying to put together a plan to lose weight again by changing my eating habits 1st. Eliza's group has a ton of recipes and info for newbies as well as support when you are struggling. Eliza also has a low carb line of baking mixes for...

In this episode I am talking to Ravi about his journey and some of the struggles that he has had in his life. We also talk about his success that he has had in the content creation game. Ravi also shares some tips and strategies to building an audience from scratch through social media and podcasting. Ravi Jayagopal is a full-time Entrepreneur, 7-time Author, Speaker, Podcaster, Business Coach, Digital Marketer, and also an Amateur Ventriloquist. He has been selling online since 1997. He has c...

In this episode Lori and myself hit on a few different topics related to how our current reality is playing out. Masks, mass incarceration, 2 party system, I reveal the results from my challenge last month. I give Lori a challenge for next month. You can find Lori Here: www.therawandwildhearts.com www.instagram.com/therawandwildhearts Here is where you can find me: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Nowheretogobutup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/no-where-to-go-but-up/message

In this episode I talk to Holli Coulman about her journey through the federal justice system. Which by the way was so disturbing that she became a paralegal so she could better understand the law. Holli also wrote a book about the experience and is a prison consultant for women that are about to enter the prison population. We also talk about ghost dope conspiracy charges that have been thrown on thousands of women and men in the federal system, and the inflated sentences that are being handed o...

In this episode I am talking to the host of We're Only Human Podcast Tim Jahn about what he learned from his divorce through Personal Development and self reflection. We talk about being single, and the online dating culture. We touch on the different levels of love. I really enjoyed listening to the conversation as I was editing it. Tim Jahn is the creator of We’re Only Human, a website and podcast that celebrates the resiliency of the human spirit. Episode starts: 5:03 Here is where you can...

In this episode I talk to Andrey Psyche who at one point was starting his journey in med school to be a doctor. One day decided to pivot into personal development after realizing that he had some things he didn't like about himself. Now after self publishing 2 books, expressing himself through art, music, and his own podcast called The Almighty Psyche. Andrey has found his inner peace through artistic expression and meaningful connections with others. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as...

In this episode I have a conversation with Scott Manduck about how he brought back his wife's health by eliminating toxic foods and chemical cleaning solutions as well as introducing essential oils and EMF frequency jewelry. Scott was so moved by how well this worked for his wife that he started using the products himself, and also became a seller of these products and a resource for information about how self directed health care and living this way is the key to a healthy life. Looking into S...

In this episode I have a conversation with Sarah Ratekin who went through an 18 month period in her life where she had about 4-5 life changing events back to back. Sarah shares her story , and how she got through it and how finding her own happiness was the key to her success. About Sarah: By day Sarah Ratekin is the Chief Happiness Officer at a global corporation. She is also the owner of Happiness Is Courage Inc. where she channels her passion for creating incredible employee experiences to ...

In this episode Lori throws my ass on the hot seat and questions me on the way in which I have chose to talk about my 1st daughter that I had my parental rights terminated when she was 18 months old. We also read and answer a couple questions from the Nowhere To Go But Up Facebook Group. Monica Vandermeer asks us "what are our dating deal breakers?' Andrew Turner asks us some podcasting questions. You can find Lori Here: www.therawandwildhearts.com www.instagram.com/therawandwildhearts He...

“How to improve your health with some great natural top tips which will dramatically increase the quality of your life, health and mindset.” In this episode I had a really informative conversation with Sophie Wedlock-Smith who is a Nutritional Therapist (BA Hons, DipCNM, mBANT, CNHC.) We are living in a time where we have to start being vigilant with our health and what we put into our bodies. If you have pre-existing health conditions start researching your condition and what type of diet wor...

In this episode I talk to Edward Escobar Founder of AIW The Alliance For The Independent Worker. This is a unity movement for the gigworkers, Truckers, essential workers. This is a unity and solidarity grass roots movement to bring to light the unfair treatment of 1099 filing status workers. This is not to be confused with a labor union. This was a very informative conversation. EDWARD ESCOBAR: Founder (AIW) Alliance for Independent Workers #DriversUnite Movement #GigWorkersUnite #TruckersU...