Boom Goddess Radio

Other than when we need to call 911, how often do we imagine the toll it takes on the lives of those whose job it is to save our own? More relevant than ever these variable and volatile times call upon those who remain steadfast on the front lines of caring for our citizens no matter what. Listen in while Dr. Michael Marks shares his own decades long journey supporting the mental health of those who sacrifice their own lives in order to save others. In this episode, Michael Marks distills what he's learned about the women, men— the culture of first responders from veterans of foreign wars to the everyday civilian heroes who work in paramilitary cultures— the fire, police and EMT's who put themselves into the fray between dire circumstances, their own safety— while supporting themselves and their families. To see how Dr. Marks' resiliency tools help people in the field, check out this compelling video that he recently released. It will tug at your heart and fill it with gratitude. https://drive.google.com/file/d/14ctNh49nPygB09HUq3KKLe5HvqiVbjwl/view?usp=drive_link

We sit down with Susan Luzader - a published author of a series of books titled "Wine and Cereal." As Susan begins to console herself and rebuild her life following a distressing divorce, she begins to write short blogs sprinkled with her unique sense of humor and slowly finds joy and grace again. That's not where the story ends dear listener. With the help of others, Susan parlays her blog into 3 (and perhaps even 4) books that a publisher says "yes!" to. You'll love Susan's story and her bodacious, hearty laugh. We can't wait for you to meet Susan and her soothing and healing books. We'd LOVE to hear from you at: info@boomtalkmedia.com

Our guest Phillipa Leseberg experiences life in sections of eight years. Eight years being married to her soulmate, 8 years since he died from cancer. It's those blocks of time that seem surreal to her and yet define her life. Join us for a heart-rending conversation as Phillipa shares her life unfolding; how she and her husband faced his terminal diagnosis, what they attempted to do outside of medical solutions in the U.S. and how now having found the strength to overcome, she is moving on with her life. And what she is doing to keep her husband Eric's spirit alive. It's a story that will stay with you. We'd love to hear from you dear listener. Contact us at: info@boomtalkmedia.com

We check in with Licia Berry, the international bestselling author, educator, facilitator, and neuroscience advocate to inquire how she's managing to stay grounded just 7 days prior to our highly divided national election. Connecting with Licia and hearing her calming, nurturing voice reminded us to take care of our spirit, mind and body in a variety of ways. Tune in to hear how Licia's life on 14 acres of land helps her understand the crises she faced in life and how she manages the present challenges. Join us as Licia shares the life path she has been traveling. It's sacred and juicy! We'd love to hear from you, dear listener. Email us at: info@boomtalkmedia.com

Andrea and I sit down with Dana Kennedy, the State Director AARP AZ to chat about our state and country during these days of uncertainty, political division and fear. And we ask: What is a leader to do? What are the responsibilities and messaging that we as leaders should be thinking about? How this time in history is evoking the personal leadership in us as citizens? We also talk about: (1) AARP's top priority now - health & wellness (2) Balance, friendships + time spent with people (3) Age not being a barrier to or a defining element for learning (4) Setting the tone for what fuels our lives And ultimately about spreading glimmers that ignite our spirit. Have a listen and email as at info@boomtalkmedia.com with your thoughts. We'd LOVE to hear from you!

We delighted in sitting down with Jaybee Nickelson to chat about her multi-dimensional transformation, her stunning photos & branding and her new book "Priority Me" now available on Amazon. How do you know when you're settling and when do you know that something needs to change? Have a listen to this authentic voice that speaks to overcoming personal struggles and heeds the ultimate call to become the person that she always knew herself to be.

With goose bumps a plenty, we sit down with Dan Kruse and chat about his journey of being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, and his perspective and mindset for staying stimulated, active and connected. You'll be delighted to hear about Dan's sources of gratification and his precious knowledge and love of music and the musical project that he pioneered. It's a tender, sweet and inspiring conversation! Have a listen and stay in touch with us here or email us: info@boomtalkmedia.com. We'd love to hear from you!

Are you feeling the weight of uncertainty on your body right about now? Do you ever feel powerless about what's going on around us? Are you able to live with unanswered questions at least for a while? Andrea and I sit down to talk about this perfect storm of stress and anxiety that many of us are feeling everyday. Often happenings in our community and in the world are outside of our control or impact. And yet thanks to social media, we get more news, much quicker than our minds can digest. We talk about the ways and methods that Dr. Andrea has been using for decades to help her clients live a more productive and less anxious life. Join us for the conversation. We'd love to hear from you at: info@boomtalkmedia.com Tell us how you're handling this convergence of unsettling and threatening mix of stress provoking times.

Tune into our conversation with Deb Beroset a “spirited and bodacious” woman whose most recent retreat here in Tucson inspired us to get familiar with her background as a creator and facilitator of retreats for women. Her process is an opportunity to become unapologetic, unabashed and unleashed. You will thoroughly enjoy this conversation! BONUS for our listeners: Use the code BOOMTALKVIP to get your first month of Club Moxie membership free (or $27 off an annual membership): www.itstimeformoxie.com/club-moxie

It's always so inspiring to sit down with Dana Kennedy to see what AARP is up to. This time we talk about social isolation and the havoc it creates for people of all ages, particularly the older generation. It is a situation that affects people's health, their emotional status and even their hearing. There are solutions and help. Tune in for all the possibilities and answers. And let us know your thoughts at: info@boomtalkmedia.com We'd LOVE to hear from YOU!

Dorothy's life has been a long and winding road, full of multiple roadblocks that tested how she came to terms with the interruptions. Facing off against a melanoma diagnosis, as well as a divorce that presented itself amidst the chaos, Dorothy used this time to find wisdom and listen to her dreams, creating a much longer life path for herself than was predicted by the doctors. Answering the call for adventure in her 40s, and choosing life on the road in her 60s, Dorothy refuses to settle for anything less than enriching new experiences. By learning exactly how to “handle the sh*t that happens,” Dorothy picks up insightful tidbits of wisdom over the years, which she fervently shares with our listeners. While befriending her “battles,” chasing wonderful moments of coincidence, embracing ever-evolving perspective, and choosing to examine interruption, Dorothy relates her lessons to her most impactful life events, and encourages listeners to continue learning. After all, “life is a classroom!”

We sit down with Sybil - Peruvian born, Le Cordon Blue trained chef who moved to the U.S. in the 1990's to avoid dangerous war and drugs in her beloved Peru. As a single mom with one growing son, Sybil pursues her dream of preparing healthy and nutritious meals for people living in the Southwest. She always wanted to make it on her own. She tells us that her friends knew her better than she knows herself! And don't you find that to be true in your life at times? We do for sure. We hope you enjoy this interview. And do let us know your thoughts by writing us at: info@boomtalkmedia.com. We'd LOVE to hear from you.

Lori is the modern Eat, Pray, Love heroine. After living in several places in the U.S. including Tucson, AZ and California she finds herself relocating to Italy. Of course she is captured by the natural beauty of that country, but also by the men and a true sense of community. Experience her "freakoutness" about this major move and ultimate comfort that she finds from the decision she made. Follow Lori's path as she re-assembles herself, bringing herself to wholeness. It is there in Italy that she comes to the practice of aligning with her true nature.

Extremely accomplished Dr. Amy has had goals set out for her entire adult life, be it pursuing university teaching with her phD in social work, or the incredible drive she has felt to have children. When a sudden change in careers sets her life off balance, Amy finds herself in an entirely different place, career-wise, relationship-wise and in an entirely new country! As the pressure to follow a pre-scripted life finally is lifted, Amy becomes aware of perfect timing that lies at the opposite end, shaping her new life. As you listen to her journey, consider how flipping life on its head can reveal the truth about who we are. When we turn our attention to the already opened doors before us, we gain a new power to explore paths not taken and find a life that suits us better. After all, maybe the paths not chosen were actually closed doors meant to protect us all along? If you have any insights, comments or questions about this episode, please contact us at: info@boomtalkmedia.com

Dominic has been in a serene place of contentment in his photography career for years, until one day inspiration to explore wraps him up tightly, and a coincidental notice to move out of his apartment leaves him with almost no choice but to seize the opportunity. Following this persistent calling to live freely and see the world, lively and ambitious Dominic tells two daring tales of spontaneous travel and adventure, both in the Australian outback and down the winding road of Central and South America. Dominic's stories communicate the incredible nature of life's path, and how it always seems to lead him to the exact place where he needs to be. Success is interrupted at just the perfect moment, job opportunities fall at his feet, essential recoveries from work are presented, and intuition (“spidey-sense”) is tuned into right when it is needed most. Dominic's story is an inspirational and motivating tale, giving the listener incentive to make time for adventure, as this is what unlocks the authentic self and grows real empathy for others.

We sit down with Darrell to talk about her path in life including raising children as a single mom, alcoholic husband, friendship that leads to love, 2nd marriage and a slew of professional endeavors and successes. Listen in to how things just "fall in front of her" and how she continues to adopt to the circumstances that arise in her life. Darrell's energy is contagious and her comfort of speaking her truth is heart warming from beginning to end.

Our guest Ana was ready to turn the page in her life. Her business closed down after COVID and she was looking forward to a new, yet undermined path. When she received a call from the hospital that her opioid addicted, and mostly estranged daughter, was giving birth and could not possibly care for the newborn child. Listen in how Ana surrenders to a detour will all its synchronistic gifts, and ultimately changes her and her husband's life forever.

Dr. Andrea and BB sit down for a cross-interview as they begin to work on a new and exciting book project with the working title "Pathways & Possibilities: Moments of Choice, Seasons of Change." The two creators dive deep into their own life pathways and set a tone for the journey they're embarking on with future guests and their life stories. What an exciting 2023 this will be!

Join Dr. Andrea and BB as we reveal what's behind our newest Relief-Let "Wisdom Within & Without" A brilliant compilation of original poetry and photography from the heart of our Art Director - Mark D. West. We take you on the journey that Mark personally experienced and behind the scenes of how we produce our work to inspire and noursh the human journey. We can't wait for you to listen in and then experience this stunning book that is slated to be available on Amazon by end of August 2022. Cheers!

Have you wondered how you can improve your state of mind and therefore your well-being? Who among us has not suffered yet from COVID fatigue? In this episode our own Dr. Andrea addresses the women of The Transition Network in New York with a myriad of ways that she has seen her clients cope and thrive during these turbulent times we live in. We hope you enjoy this presentation and we invite you to connect with us at: info@boomtalkmedia.com You can find more relief in our latest booklet titled "Patience & Possibility" available on our website and on Amazon. We'd love to hear from you!

Do what you love! We sit down with Dr. Linda Arzoumanian who for 17 years worked as the superintendent of schools for Pima County - Arizona's second most populist county. Dr. Linda talks about transitioning from educational boardroom to doing something she loves! And to our delight, we recorded this episode on Zoom while being supported by a dozen of her dear friends/colleagues. If a change in career or retirement has been looming about for you, check out this sweet episode and share your thoughts with us at info@ boomtalkmedia.com Cheers!

Our guest Geri Wright returned to Arizona Theater Company in January 2020 – just before the onset of the pandemic as its Managing Director. Her love of theater started at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City on a field trip, and has grown into a passion for the arts today. Have a listen to what Geri thinks is the true magic of cultivating friendship in middle age. And why she feels that: "After all, friendship is a relationship with no strings attached except the ones you choose to tie."

Join us as we hold a lively conversation with the very eloquent Dr. Margaret Higgins, Executive DIrector of The Haven, a creative healing home for women in recovery from substance abuse. Designing a lateral move in her profession, Margaret stands at the threshold of retirement as she reimagines her next professional chapter. Plenty of inspiration for all of us as Margaret's makes sense of her life changes with humor and wisdom, allowing them to pave the way for her future. An upscale listen! Enjoy!

We sit down with Dana Kennedy, AARP Arizona State Director to chat about holiday and veteran scams. Such great information! This is an invaluable podcast to share with your loved ones and friends so they too can be aware what scammers today are up to and how to recognize and report scams. It seems that there isn't one person among us who has never experienced a scam. Be careful out there!

The truth is that retirement is not a one dimensional reality. Rather, it's more like an iceberg more readily viewed from a distance as either an opportunity or some kind of unexplored territory. Under the surface are many interrelated dynamics of temperament, personality and attitudes toward knowing what it is we want to do with, as Mary Oliver calls it “our one wild and precious life.” With us today, to talk about the wonders of the undiscovered path, are two sisters from the Midwest, Melinda and Mary. Melinda just recently retired as a high school principal in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and Mary is a pharmacist in Minneapolis, MN planning to retire in early 2022. Join us for this juicy and authentic conversation!

The boys are back in town! We invited a few of our favorite men back to reconnect and give us a candid insight to how quarantine and the pandemic has changed their lives and friendships. We love these guys for their humor, honesty and well... come hear for yourselves! Want more? Listen back to our original roundtable with them here: https://soundcloud.com/user-210872239/male-friendships-behind-the-scenes-with-the-boys

What's your level of resilience at this present time? How are you bearing the weight of the pandemic, the economy, political situation, and all the other daily challenges that typically touch everyone's lives in a good year? Every heard of collective trauma? This conversation is about collective trauma. Part 1 is recognizing it in ourselves first, then moving toward relational understanding. It's a phrase we're hearing more and more often. To simplify the complexity of this state of affairs, we have invited Dr. Michael Marks,a Board Certified Psychologist and trauma therapist, to speak with us. He has dedicated his career to working with survivors of all ages, both military and civilian, for the last 40 years. Ultimately and predictably, we will look back on this time with some useful memory of all the interdependent ways we have been affected by this Covid quarantine period and how we can better use coping skills to move forward with productive empathy in the years to come.

Change - do we choose it or does it choose us? Our guests, Miriam and Kelly each were compelled to grab change and go - not necessarily knowing where! Have you ever felt that nudge? How do you know you're ready? Listen in and be inspired by their decisions to relocate.

KXCI, our local radio station has a feature called Captain's Log. Host Amy A. interviews locals about what they've been doing during this pandemic journey. What's up with Boom Talk Media? Listen in as Dr. Andrea and BB explore their universe with the host. It's a real treat! Wait for the Dylan song and BB's ending words. Too cute!

Weren't we here, in this global health crisis just last year? Here comes the replay Just as we were getting ready for end of COVID...here comes Delta Variant. And our plans to travel, dine out, attend public events may need to be put on hold and rescheduled. The burden of living under the COVID umbrella tests our ability to cope. YOU are not alone! Give a listen how Dr. Andrea and BB talk about this era of continuous change, how we can prepare for going forward by getting rid of habits that no longer serve us. What challenges are you experiencing dear listeners? Write us at: info@boomtalkmedia.com and let's start a conversation.

How are you ADAPTING to these new post-COVID circumstances and moving forward? We are truly in this transition together because what you are experiencing is what we're feeling. It all begins with change and did we ever just experience it in a HUGE way! We've been conditioned over time to get things done ASAP. And now we find that only by exercising PATIENCE can we become open to new POSSIBILITIES. Join us in the conversation as we all emerge from our cloistered state. And connect with us at: boomtalkmedia.com. We'd LOVE to hear from YOU!

What a year this has been! We’re so excited to connect with all of you again! In this 1st post-COVID podcast, Dr. Andrea (on the left) and BB (on the right) share ways to lessen your worry load. Check out their new eBook “Relief From Worrying” now available on Amazon. You’ll need the FREE download for the Kindle App to read this sweet, short booklet that they call a Relief-Let. Enjoy the podcast and the eBook and contact them with YOUR thoughts and worries at: info@boomtalkmedia.com

Want to know the secret to GREAT green beans? Unlike in previous years where we shared our fav holiday drinks with you in a video, this year we got together with the delightful and always inspiring friends from our 570+ member Facebook group called Network of Extraordinary Women and discovered some yummy and relatively easy recipes. Enjoy!

Looking for a fresh breath of non-political, non-COVID conversation? Have a listen to our guests from the Network of Extraordinary Women group talk about some of their favorite holiday recipes. Asparagus cigars anyone?

Still Undecided? SLEEP ON IT! Boom Goddesses BB and Dr. Andrea discuss how political polarization affects relationships and how we can converse civilly during this time. BONUS: Dr. Diane Kramer joins us to talk about the experiment she did to help her navigate the polarizing political messages.

What would Albert Einstein say about being resilient during troubled times? In June, 2020, Our Dr. Andrea Gould led a virtual group to explore using our experience to gain strength when the going gets tough.

Check out this necessary and informative 2-part roundtable as the boom goddess trio and interested guest listeners asked questions of the knowledgeable Dr. Cristi Moore, an audiologist and expert on all things relevant to hearing. There’s so much we’re curious about, and so much we learned in two short episodes! You will have answers to questions you didn’t even know you had! Have a listen!

Check out this necessary and informative 2-part roundtable as the boom goddess trio and interested guest listeners asked questions of the knowledgeable Dr. Cristi Moore, an audiologist and expert on all things relevant to hearing. There’s so much we’re curious about, and so much we learned in two short episodes! You will have answers to questions you didn’t even know you had! Have a listen!

Why do more women of any age are entering the political scene? What’s behind their drive and why and how do they want to make a difference? In Part 2, we talk with Marla Mott-Smith, a political candidate maker, and Cathryn Davis who is herself considering this very path. Cathryn is eager to enter the political arena at precisely this time and has a slew of unique questions for our candidate maker guest. Enjoy! And let us know your thoughts.

Where do we find hope in today’s turbulent times? How do we prepare for an election season as divisive as any in history? For hope and inspiration we turn to a quote we love from Margaret Mead “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Join BB, Dr. Andrea and Jennifer as we talk with our guest Marla Mott-Smith - a professional candidate maker. We chat about our right and privilege to vote, making our voice count and how you too can possibly taking a turn at running for office yourself! And why it's NEVER TOO LATE!

Our young lovers (in terms of years they’ve been together) explore what it means to embrace “what is” and how we adopt our relationship to new norms. So many partners have shared their relationship difficulties with our Dr. Andrea and her resilience expert partner - Dr. Michael Marks. Pull up a chair and have a listen...and let us know how this has helped you develop a new perspective.

How would a psychologist approach this challenging time we’re in? We have the rare privilege to have two psychologists share what they’ve discovered from combined 80+ years of practice and working with people. Our own Dr. Andrea interviews her husband - Dr. Michael Marks about his best coping strategy for the way we live now. It’s sweet listening to this couple share their experience and know-how.

Having just spent 2 segments with 2 super cool artists and having just ‘drained their brains’ on how they stay creative during this global pandemic, BB and Dr. Andrea talk about every day creativity, for the average “Joe.” We all have that place within us, if we just allow it to surface. Check in how these 2 goddesses keep their minds afloat. If you pull out just one idea to help you relax and amp up your creativity, we would’ve done our part. Leave us a comment or two. And stay safe!

Our conversation with 2 artists continues. We dig into the minds of Amber Norgaard - musician, and Mark West - designer, teacher, creator to discover how we adjust to the new norm. Creativity isn’t just for artists, it’s about living our daily lives, particularly as we deal with fear and anxiety during these hugely challenging times of the global pandemic. Amber’s and Mark’s energies are contagious!

We sit down with two creative souls: Amber Norgaard - nurse turned musician and Mark West - designer, photographer, teacher. We wanted to know how in this time of COVID-19 artists manage to stay creative and how we can extract some of their methodology and apply it to our lives right now. Because creativity will be key to living a less fearful life and to uncovering solutions that are critical today.

We sit down with Wendi Knox the author of “From Muck to Magic” to talk about how we’re all handling this pandemic and sheltering in place. Nature plays a big part in our ability to withstand the confinement and we all have unique small and big ways that help us move through this difficult time. Have a listen and let us know at info@boomgoddess.com how you’re handling this trying period in our lives. Your ideas fuel our stories.

There’s much to say about this very tender and much needed conversation. Here’s Part 2 of that frank and high-energy interview.

We sit down with our friend Darrell to gain a better understanding of what might be behind our current travesties. 2 black women + 2 white women = heart to heart on racism and discrimination. Why are we in this 21st century still needing to talk about saving black lives and discrimination? Because it hasn’t gone away!

We revisit one of our 2016 tracks relative to what has happened in our present times - 2020. As we did back then, we again need to examine the horrific situation where black men are mistreated by the police. When will it end? How can we prevent this from happening ever again?

Did you ever wonder how you can let go of those nagging (unwelcome) thoughts or feelings? Dr. Andrea and BB talk about letting go of attachments and beliefs that no longer serve us. It’s not as complicated a process as you might imagine. Pour yourself a cup of refreshing tea, put your feet up and tune in to this conversation. And as always, send us your thoughts either here or in the Contact Us section of our website: www.boomgoddess.com

We can barely keep ourselves (adults) moving in the right direction during this pandemic, never mind how families have to deal with all the children at home. Take a listen to how one mom is coping with these new challenges.