Tune in for the Stand Up Speak Up Podcast, with more than fifty inspiring stories from people who have beaten the odds and persevered through trauma and discrimination. Why listen? Because in listening to others’ stories of healing, we are reminded of the potential we all have to find the light, even in the darkest of moments. No matter what we are up against, we are all survivors worthy of finding healing and happiness.
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Top tips to stand up for yourself, speak up, show up, and shine. You are safe to be yourself I'll share how 😊 Love Karen xx
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Thursday's 11 am PST - Walt Grassl's Stand Up and Speak Up is a talk show for sharing the stories of people who have taken a series of small steps to overcome their fears and now lead new, more fulfulling lives. Are you afraid to take that first step towards a different life?
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Join host Whitney McDuff as she brings you inspiring conversations with thought leaders, speakers, entrepreneurs, and creatives. Whitney is an award-winning PR strategist, speaker, and bestselling author. With clients recognized by The Today Show, Good Morning America, TEDx, Forbes, ESPN, and CNN, Whitney helps leaders and storytellers build their brands for measurable impact in the world. On this podcast, Whitney uncovers the secrets of success from those making a significant difference in ...
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Leadership and Legacy with Presidential Candidate Mark Sanford
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Former Governor, Congressman, and Presidential Candidate Mark Sanford joins me this week to discuss resilience, leadership, and lessons from his dynamic political journey. A prominent Republican figure, Sanford rose to national attention in 1994 as South Carolina’s Congressman, quickly earning a reputation as one of the most fiscally conservative m…
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The Making of Eric Bland - An Intimate Look Behind the Headlines Part 2 | EP14
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Feeling incredibly grateful for the opportunity to partner with some of the people who inspire me most. Being behind the scenes of some of the key players in the Murdaugh trial was one of the most intense experiences of my career, but it also highlighted the power of working with those who are committed to standing on the right side of history—and …
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The Making of Eric Bland - An Intimate Look Behind the Headlines Part 1 | EP13
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Feeling incredibly grateful for the opportunity to partner with some of the people who inspire me most. Being behind the scenes of some of the key players in the Murdaugh trial was one of the most intense experiences of my career, but it also highlighted the power of working with those who are committed to standing on the right side of history—and …
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Overcoming Self-Sabotage with Claire Cahill | EP12
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Fear will keep people trapped their entire lives. Fear of what others think, fear of the unknown, fear of "not having enough time, money, energy, knowledge, connections..." to try the thing you've always wanted to try. IT'S. ALWAYS. THE. SAME. STORY. This happens in business everyday. Fast forward ten years and there is that idea, project, adventur…
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Transforming Lives Through Outrageous Kindness with Kristina Carlson | EP11
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This week on the Speak Up Stand Out Change Lives podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Kristina Carlson, a visionary leader in the world of philanthropy and corporate responsibility. Kristina is the founder of the groundbreaking KINDd Method and serves as the Managing Director of Global Philanthropy at Carter, where she's redefining the landscape of g…
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Invisible Battles: Mental Health, Medals, and Meaning with Rebecca Rusch | EP10
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Rebecca Rusch, a world-class athlete and Emmy winner, to explore her harrowing journey through what she calls her "Brain Storm" - a mild concussion that spiraled into a years-long struggle with invisible injury and recovery. Rebecca opens up about the bike crash that initially seemed li…
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Transforming a Broken Healthcare System: A Doctor's Perspective with Dr. Marcelo Hochman | EP9
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What if someone had the answer of how to transform the healthcare system for doctors AND patients? We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Marcelo Hochman, a distinguished surgeon and President of Indedocs, recognized by CNN, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today. Dr. Hochman, a true healthcare visionary, led the charge for healthcare workers to receive PPE dur…
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Widowmaker Heart Attack, Grief and Resilience with Meliah Bowers Jefferson
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This conversation could save your life. Excited to chat with my friend Meliah Bowers Jefferson, Featured in Women's Day, Ebony, USA Today, and named a Super Lawyer, Meliah is more than just a nationally recognized attorney. She's a powerful spokesperson, motivational speaker, and heart attack survivor on a mission to empower others. Meliah survived…
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Leaping into the Unknown, Expat Living, Entrepreneurship with Erin Thomas | EP7
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Guess who’s joining us on the Speak Up Stand Out Change Lives podcast? My amazing friend, business partner, and communication guru, Erin Thomas. Erin is the mastermind behind Erin Thomas Communications and co-founder of the Whitter Group and the Standing Ovation Society. She’s a genius with killer messaging and branding strategies. From bestselling…
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AI, Leadership, and Enlightened Organizations with Christine Whitney Sanchez | EP6
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I am so thrilled to welcome one of the most interesting people in any room, and one of my favorite people to learn from. Welcome the incredible Christine Whitney Sanchez to the Speak Up Stand Out Change Lives podcast. Christine is a visionary leader, social architect, and change-maker with over 35 years of experience in fostering collaborative inno…
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Confidence, Fear, Branding and Business with Vaughn Granger | EP5
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Join me in this inspiring conversation with Vaughn Granger, a visionary entrepreneur, family man, founder, and friend. We discuss unlocking potential, navigating fear, balancing success with family life, personal brands, legacy, and the intersection of success and discipline. It was a joy to sit down with someone so committed to leveling up. Don't …
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Falling Overboard, Living with Coworkers, 40 Years at Sea with Paul Rutter | EP4
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What REALLY happens if you fall off a cruise ship? Could your company survive if you had to live and work with your clients and coworkers? What if someone dies onboard? Join this week's conversation with Paul Rutter, a 40-year cruise director who lives with his customers and coworkers. We get behind-the-scenes on cruise life and what happens when y…
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Billion dollar fundraising, Sobriety, Changing the World with Bob Carter | EP3
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Count this as the first podcast interview I tear up in. Bob Carter is a billion-dollar fundraiser, speaker, author, and the expert behind some of the most influential movements in the world. He shares his journey on how he got into the world of mega fundraising, his journey in sobriety, parenting and legacy, and the work he did with Holocaust survi…
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Attorney to Adventurer, Apex Predator Attacks, World Class Fitness, Parenting, and Mobility with Juliet Starrett | EP2
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Any episode that starts out discussing surviving a hippo attack in Africa is right where I want to be. Today we have Juliet Starrett, a former white water rafting world-champion, entrepreneur, bestselling author, attorney, athlete, and podcaster. She is a former co-founder and CEO of San Francisco Crossfit and co-founder of the nonprofit stand-up k…
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Shot 14 times, Counter Terrorism, Death, Human Durability with Derrick McManus | EP1
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Kicking off today with a powerful interview, we feature counter-terrorism expert, Derrick McManus, who survived an attack that nearly took his life. His story offers a gripping insight into facing death head-on. Tune in now for this compelling tale of survival! Follow the show to be notified of our next episode. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Connect…
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Welcome to our very first episode of the "Speak Up, Stand Out, Change Lives" podcast. In this episode, I want to share the vision for the show and what you can expect. I believe that everyone has a fascinating and unique story that can positively impact others. I have dedicated my career to empowering thought leaders, speakers, entrepreneurs, and c…
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Walt Interviews David Otey – Own the Virtual Stage
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Do you want to know how to confidently connect with an unseen audience? David Otey will show us how to own the virtual stage. David Otey gets it. He understands the challenges of presenting technical material. In the 1990s, while working as a broadcast engineer, David made a presentation at a conference of his peers. Immediately after lunch (i.e., …
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Starting the Conversation about Death with Grief Educator Doreen Thibert
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Death is something we all experience, yet we seem to avoid talking about it until just before we are face to face with death itself. At Stand Up Speak Up, this is a topic close to our hearts. Diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer in October 2019, our co-founder Karla has been actively trying to find peace with the life she has lived and her eventual…
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Transforming our Brains into Kinder, Cozier Places to Live - The Sarah Peyton Story
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In this episode, your host Karla Stephens-Tolstoy will take you along for her first resonance training & relational neuroscience session with Sarah, a neuroscience educator and author. Sarah’s dedication to transforming our brains into kinder, cozier places to live began after struggling with depression herself. Before she knew the science, she fou…
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An inspiring story of resilience, positivity and fighting the odds. This is Brea Griffiths Story
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To most people, Brea seemed to have it all. She was a great student and talented athlete who moved from Ontario to New Jersey following high school to play varsity soccer at Princeton University. But, in the years after graduating, Brea’s journey would become one of pain, isolation and even homelessness. Brea’s health seriously declined with insomn…
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Ashleigh Banfield
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For the past 30 years, Ashleigh Banfield has been consistently one of the most acclaimed anchors in television news, and one of television’s top crime journalists. In her most recent role, Ashleigh hosted Primetime Justice with Ashleigh Banfield on HLN. Just prior to hosting this program on HLN, she anchored Legal View with Ashleigh Banfield on its…
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Walt Interviews Ming Shelby – Courage Up!
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Do you know how to have difficult conversations in order to advocate for yourself in all aspects of your life? Do you want to learn how? Ming Shelby has dedicated her career to inspiring students, teachers, and administrators through positive learning experiences. She believes that courage is the most critical ingredient for personal transformation…
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Walt Interviews Sandi Small – Divided by a Common Language
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George Bernard Shaw said, “The United States and Great Britain are two countries separated by a common language.” Sandi Small is an accent coach. She trains American actors to British up their accent and their role. Sandi noticed that American actors were confused about the numerous British accents and many coaches are too generic in accent trainin…
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Walt Interviews Michael Schirtzer – Don’t Wait For Things To Happen
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If you want anything in life, don’t wait for it to come to you. Go and make things happen. If you can lift others in the process, your chances of success increase even more. Michael Schirtzer is a standup comedian and slam poet born in New York and raised in Los Angeles. Since starting in the backroom of a comedy club in 2014, he and his writing ha…
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Whether you are a speaker or not, there is no doubt that we all have expertise that can leave an impact in the world once it is shared. As the Founder of www.GetSpeakingGigsNow.com, Leisa Reid mentors business professionals and entrepreneurs who want to make an impact and ultimately attract their ideal clients through speaking. As a speaker herself…
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Walt Interviews Deanna Blair – Spot the DOTS - Mind, Body, and Soul
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Do you truly know what being healthy means? Being healthy goes beyond the "normal" everyday life changes of exercising and eating healthy. It involves our mental health as well as our physical health. Deanna Blair is the founder of Spot the DOTS (Developing. Optimal. Talents. Soulfully - Connecting minds, bodies, and souls for a healthier lifestyle…
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Letters on Sex Trafficking
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Human trafficking is a hard conversation to have, as most of us would like to think we have nothing in common with people who sell other people or those that exploit humans in any way. But, the reality is that this is a thriving business throughout the world, in every country, state and many communities that otherwise seem safe and quiet. We try to…
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Walt Interviews Megan Lyons – From Surviving To Thriving
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Megan Lyons has shared her game-changing approach to wellness with thousands of people through personalized health coaching, corporate and group wellness programs, and motivational and educational speaking. As founder and owner of The Lyons’ Share Wellness, she’s deeply passionate about inspiring others to feel their healthiest and happiest. Megan …
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Walt Interviews Ray Engan – Why People Laugh
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Listen today to learn why "funny is the honey that makes your stories stick."Ray Engan was a shy little boy who used to avoid talking to strangers by walking inside the safety of his Mom's wrap around skirts. He went on to a career in stand-up comedy, performing with and writing for some of America's best comedians. He left comedy for corporate Ame…
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Walt Interviews Angel Marie – Release Negative Fearful Energy & Shine On!
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Are your fears creating negative energy? Angel Marie will show us how to release that negative energy and shine on. Ever since she was a small child, Angel Marie has been a beacon of light. She always brought people together, making them laugh and smile. Since that time, she has immersed herself in learning about energy, light, and healing. As a Re…
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Walt Interviews Erin Kelley – Self-Discovery Through Difficulty
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What does your road to success look like? Is it straight and narrow? A smooth and easy drive where your car can coast on cruise control? Or is it like Erin’s road: long, winding, and full of potholes, construction, and roadblocks? Don’t be afraid of those roadblocks, and don’t worry if you haven’t finished your journey. Ultimately you will still ge…
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Walt Interviews Kristin Crockett – Live Your Courageous Destiny NOW
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Walt Interviews Christie Moore – Live On The Other Side Of Fear
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Walt Interviews Laurel Felt – Sacred Rambling - Part Two
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Walt Interviews Lourdes Ortiz – Unveil The Leader
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Walt Interviews Angela Marie – Find Your Purpose And Shine
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Walt Interviews Robin Cotè – Soul Stirrings
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Walt Interviews Cassandra Pavolic – Fear Has No Grip
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Walt Interviews Laurel Felt – Sacred Rambling
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Laurel Felt, Ph.D., is the founder and CEO of HeartFelt Speaking.She helps purpose-driven women and allies, like entrepreneurs and activists, to translate their big ideas into powerful stories and easy-to-understand messages that they can confidently deliver on TEDx stages, in coffee shops, and everywhere in between.In addition to coaching one-on-o…
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Walt Interviews Nurse Jesse – Finding Joy In Everyday Living
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Find out how to look for small things in life and learn to express appreciation, love, and gratitude for them along the way.‘Nurse’ Jesse does more than care for a person’s physical needs. She promotes, trains, fosters, and develops new dimensions of life in others. She sees a ‘healthy life’ as a wholesome, holistic life. Wellness is not only about…
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Walt Interviews Anthony Russo – The Art Of Doubling Down
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Failure can equal success. No matter how many times you fail, use the lessons from your failures, double down in your efforts, and you eventually will end up ahead of where you started.Anthony Michael Russo is a Dallas based speaker and emcee who has hosted events all over the country, large and small. He's the official on-field host for several of…
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Walt Interviews Ilona Glinarsky – Tango To Success
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Did you know that Tango is a perfect tool for team building and leadership development? Listen and learn about the "hidden gifts" of Tango and how it can be applied to life, work, and even spiritual practice (it is a creative form of moving meditation).Ilona Glinarsky, the founder of TangoToSuccess.com, is a 25-year veteran of social partner dance …
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Walt Interviews Sarah Ordo – Her Best F***ing Life
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If you don’t like the results you are getting in life, make different choices. Sarah Ordo did, and she is living her best life. Sarah Ordo is your not so typical millennial girl, just craving to make moves and leave her mark on the world! She is a bit of a do-it-all kind of girl and seriously does ALL the things. She is an entrepreneur and the owne…
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Walt Interviews Jamie Lee – Whispers of Wisdom
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Do you love your pet? Or do you connect with your pet? Understanding that difference can significantly improve your life. Jamie Lee is an Animal Relationship Expert, Animal Reiki (RAY KEY) Teacher and founder of Animal Bonds. She is a speaker and author of “Whispers of Wisdom – your pet has all the answers. She’s also been featured in the best-sell…
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Walt Interviews Puja K McClymont – The Power Of Perspective
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Sometimes, when you need to make significant changes, you need to get away from your daily routine. Businesses do it regularly by holding off-site meetings. Time spent away allows you to focus on what matters most and make the necessary changes to achieve your goals.Frankly Coaching is about improving work-life balance by reducing the impact of str…
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When Erin Marcus had to handle a really mad, very large, Canada Goose, she was beyond nervous. She was AFRAID. Find out the lessons she learned facing that fear.Erin Marcus is an award-winning, nationally renowned speaker, author, and consultant, who has been creating business successes for nearly 20 years. She has spoken for top organizations such…
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Walt Interviews Chelley Canales – The ABCs Of Awakening
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Do you find yourself having material or professional success and still being unhappy? Find out how to find your true calling and the happiness that comes with it.Chelley Canales is an entrepreneur based in Denver, Colorado. She is the Founder and Spiritual Spark Plug of lighthouse/haven, a hub created to inspire, connect, and provide resources for …
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Walt Interviews Meghan Sandve – Creating A Life You Love
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Every day we have the opportunity to create our own reality. Why not create one you LOVE?! With the help of future pacing, you can do just that. Meghan is a health coach and trainer, whose goal is to empower all women to feel Fit & Fierce. Her wheelhouse is the intersection of muscles and mindset. For years she believed that being the smallest vers…
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Walt Interviews Robin Cotè – Shared Thoughts
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Many of us share our thoughts on social media. Often, we do it through the ideas of others that we share. We can connect with people we otherwise would not have via these shared thoughts. Today, my friend and producer, Robin, and I will discuss our favorite shared thoughts and why they resonate with us. Robin Cotè is the author of "Victim No More!"…
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Walt Interviews Jewelle Colwell Boldt – The Art of Onward
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Jewelle Colwell Boldt is an award-winning actress, film and television producer. Jewelle is also a published author of both fiction and nonfiction. She has always been aware of her purpose to bring light and heightened awareness to the world through the power of story. Jewelle’s world changed dramatically in the summer of 2015, the trauma causing h…
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