Stories Episodes

Some use condescending criticism instead of true constructive criticism.   Today's featured award-winning author is community activist and small group facilitator, Nelson Brown. Nelson and I talk about his upcoming book projects, dealing with...

“Action leads to action.” - John Willkom   Today's featured bestselling author is a business leader and former Division 1 basketball player at Marquette University, John Willkom. John and I talk about his book, his basketball camp...

“I traded my addiction for an obsession and I got obsessed with God.” - Martrey Stevens   Today's featured author is fellow motivational speaker Martrey Stevens. Martrey and I talk about his upcoming book, overcoming alcoholism...

One of the best feelings in the world is finishing something that you start.   Today's featured author is hairstylist, biker girl, and mom, Michelle Smith. Michelle and I talk about her 1st book, what it was like being the only girl in a family...

“You can’t outrun a bad diet.” - Rachel LaJoie   Today's featured author is fellow speaker and holistic health coach, Rachel LaJoie. Rachel and I talk about her book, self-love, and more!!!   Key Takeaways: Living the life you love...

“Don’t go away from here without telling your story.” - DeWayne Foote   Today's featured author is spoken word artist and plumber, DeWayne Foote. DeWayne and I talk about his upbringing that taught him to ask boldly as well as what helped...

“Trying is just a waste of time. Doing is totally valuable.” - Lori Ann Spagna   Today's featured bestselling author is fellow speaker, lightworker, and animal communicator, Lori Spagna. Lori and I talk about her journey of becoming a skilled...

Over 300 manuscript rejections can build resilience.   Today's featured local author is mental health advocate, Dwayne Jenkins. Dwayne and I talk about what inspired his published book, overcoming rejection from multiple publishing companies, and...

“The world has a weird way of introducing you to individuals.” - David Ritz   Today's featured bestselling & award-winning author is ghostwriter, biographer, and lyricist, David Ritz. David and I talk about selling yourself and how he...

Growing Up with a Bipolar Parent and My Battle to Reclaim Myself

“In order for things to change there has to be disruption.” - Kerri Hummingbird   Today's featured award-winning bestselling author is a fellow podcaster, shamanic healer and warrior goddess facilitator, Kerri Hummingbird. Kerri and I have a...

“I’m always looking for what can I learn next.” - Clyde Middleton   Today's featured author is active Toastmaster, John Maxwell Team Certified Coach, Teacher, and Speaker, Clyde A. Middleton. Clyde and I talk about his new book and the...

“Control your emotions or they will be controlled for you.” - Rashad "Bowtie" Mills   Today's featured author is licensed therapist, broadcast journalist, radio host and motivational speaker, Rashad "Bowtie" Mills. Rashad and I talk about his...

Life rewards those who serve from their heart with focus.

“Everything in life is an adventure.” - Jenn Taylor   Today's featured author is fellow podcaster, speaker and mother to 18 children, Jenn Taylor. Jenn and I have a wonderful chat about those who inspired her to be a confident lady, how...

“Wherever you walk, leave a trail of rose petals.” - J.S. Drake   Today's featured author is overcomer and poet, J. S. Drake. Jessica and I talk about how poetry helped her move through her Dark Night of the Soul, what that is and tons more!...

“Some of our greatest wisdom is found through play and in creative expression.” - Gabriela Masala   Today's featured author is recording artist, consultant, and facilitator, Gabriela Masala. The graceful Gabriela and I talk about her newest...

Understand the lineage of your people and the trials they went through to give you strength.   Today's featured award-winning and bestselling author is speaker and seminar leader, Ayn Cates Sullivan, PhD. Dr. Ayn and I talk about her books on...

You don’t need to hit a real low point to have a desire for change.

There’s somebody waiting to hear YOUR message from YOU.

Today's featured author is a fellow Toastmaster and speaker, Alithea (Lisa) Robinson. Alithea and I talk about her very first book, why she wrote it and tons more!!!   Key Takeaways: Just write your book if you want to write it.   There is...

We are taught to do good but not taught self-love.   Today's featured author is fellow podcast host, bestselling author and book publisher, Erica Glessing. Erica and I talk about self-love, her book publishing journey and tons more!   Key...

Your story could be someone’s oxygen mask. Let your inspiration breathe life into someone else.   Today's featured author is fellow show host and speaker, Palmonia Gordon. Palmonia and I talk about how she became an author and the importance of...

“Teaching is not for the weak at heart.” - Brian D. Neal   Today’s featured author is teacher, entrepreneur, and former DJ, Brian Neal. Brian and I talk about his 23 years of teaching experience, how hip hop influenced his teaching style,...