Born to Talk Radio Show

Joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show podcast is Dr. Wojciech Kocyan. He is Pianist, Clinical Professor in the Music Department at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, President of the Paderewski Music Society in Los Angeles and Artistic Director of the American International Paderewski Piano Competition in Los Angeles. Meet Dr. Wojciech Kocyan. Dr. Wojeich Kocyan was born in Poland.  He studied with two of the world's most esteemed piano pedagogues:  Andrzej Jasinski in Poland, where he received his Masters Degree.  And also with John Perry at the University of Southern California, where he received a Doctor of Musical Arts Degree. He is a laureate of several international piano competitions, including F.Busoni and Viotti, as well as a special prizes winner of the XI International Chopin Competition and the First Prize winner of the Paderewski Piano Competition. The Paderewski Music Society. The Paderewski Music Society in Los Angeles, is a Section 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization. It was established in 2008 by a group of prominent musicians and music lovers alike to uphold the legacy of the great Polish pianist, statesman and philanthropist, Ignacy Jan Paderewski.  Throughout his life he was deeply engaged in the promotion of music and culture and its all-important place in society.  Most recently, the Society established a scholarship fund to aid in the education of most deserving young pianists. Wojciech’s Takeaways. “We want to make the audience aware that there is an international piano competition of the highest order happening right here in Los Angeles. This is an opportunity to hear a lot of wonderful live performances, in a great intimate concert hall. It is an opportunity to meet the best young pianists from around the world, on the cusp of their professional careers. And at the same time to meet other piano afficionados. They discuss the performances in real time with real people, to passionately argue about them, to have your favorites and generally to have a lot of fun – all while supporting high culture and art in our city.” In Closing. There will be a competition at LMU for those of you that can attend from February 8-14th. You will hear 25 of the best young pianists in the world, ages 16-31. Thank you Wojciech for sharing your story with us.  Conversations + Connections = Community Making the world a better place.  One Story at a time.  What's Your Story? I want to share it!     Marsha@borntotalkradioshow.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter

Welcome to the first Monday in January of 2026.  Happy New Year!  I can’t think of a better way to start the year than with my guest Celeste Barbier. Meet Celeste. Celeste Barbier is a Professional Vocalist, Ordained Minister, and Certified Expert Sound Healer. She is also a women’s group travel curator & leader, and public speaker.  And,  hopefully future published author based in Oceanside, California. Known for a versatile repertoire spanning more than a century of music, Celeste brings warmth, precision, and emotional resonance to corporate events, private celebrations, weddings, and memorials. In doing so she creates experiences that feels both elevated and deeply personal. In 2019 and 2020, Celeste released two professional albums, with one original song gaining strong traction leading into 2020. During the COVID era, she became a daily content creator, beginning with “Quaranteatime,” a series of brief uplifting segments, and expanding into her one-hour show “Celeste's Quest For Her Best Life,” streamed through outlets including The Quarantine Network (TQN) and Palapa TV. In 2022, a profound personal healing experience catalyzed her expanded path in sound healing. She became a Certified Expert Sound Healer and hosted her first sound bath on 11/22/22. Today, she and her wife René Cosby (Reiki Master) offer Resté Sound Healing experiences and curate Resté Getaway For Women.  This is a transformational group travel rooted in relaxation, exploration, culture, and connection. Resté Getaway for Women offers curated, luxury, all-inclusive women-only vacations to unique, once-in-a-lifetime destinatins. Coming in March will be a trip to Thailand.  They focuse on exclusive experiences designed for women by women, rather than being a typical travel agency. They create boutique travel events emphasizing discovery and connection, distinct from general women’s retreats or destination ideas.  In January 2026, Celeste begins her role as Director of Meditation & Music at Seaside Center for Spiritual Living in Encinitas. Celeste’s Takeaways. “My ‘why’ is to create spaces where people feel safe to soften, reconnect, and remember what matters — through voice, sound, and presence. In an era where the country feels more divided than ever, I'm devoted to the common denominator: music and healing that reunites people across all backgrounds. Healing in the form of connection, peace, nervous system regulation, nostalgia, and remembrance of who we are and why we are here: to love one another.” In Closing. Celeste joined me when I was in the LA Talk Live Studio in 2016.  In fact, here is a link from our show:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKChhMnT8A8. Thank you Celeste for sharing your story with us.  Conversations + Connections = Community Making the world a better place.  One Story at a time.  What's Your Story? I want to share it!     Marsha@borntotalkradioshow.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter

My guest today on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast is Evan Hart.  Evan is a music teacher and Handbell Choir director at Highland Hall Waldorf School in Northridge, CA. He is a composer, also a founding member of an Alternative LA Rock Band, Stage 11. Meet Evan. Born into a musical family, Evan...

Joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast from across the pond in Preston, England is Debra Blackman. This is the first time I have had a guest from the United Kingdom. Meet Debra Blackman. Debra Blackman is an entrepreneur, international multimedia speaker, and the visionary CEO of Viessentially Ltd. She is also the...

Today's guest is Erin Thompson.  Erin is the Chief Operating Officer at the Polk Institute Foundation. Meet Erin. Erin earned a Jurist Doctorate from The John Marshall Law School where she graduated as a member of Phi Delta Honors Society. She was President of the Entertainment Law Society and Treasurer of the Mediation and Arbitration...

My guest today is Karin Wallerstein. She is the CEO of the Venice Chamber of Commerce, located in Venice, California. Meet Karin Wallerstein. Karin Wallerstein was born in New Jersey and has been a Venice resident for over 14 years.   Karin brings drive, energy and love for the Venice Community into her role as Chief...

I'm happy to say that Wendy Smith is joining me again on my Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast! Meet Wendy Smith. Wendy Smith, Ph.D., LCSW, is a retired clinical professor of social work and associate dean of curriculum development and assessment at USC, Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. She taught courses on child...

Meet Mike Reesé Mike Reesé is a very accomplished man.  He is a Los Angeles-based artist, 7× Cannes Lions–awarded art director, and cultural organizer. Raised in Mid-City Los Angeles, Mike began sharing his art at 14—customizing shoes, designing t-shirts, and selling his work to classmates. He later studied Communication Arts at Otis College of Art...

Joining me on  The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast, is Beth Kurland. Meet Beth Kurland.  Beth Kurland, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, mind-body coach, and author of four award winning books and a public speaker.  With a passion for and expertise in mindfulness and mind-body strategies, Beth brings over three decades of experience to...

Joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast is Angela Lewis.  She is a Strategic Accelerator & Brand Expert and the Founder of The Pink Elephant Solution. Meet Angela Lewis. Angela Lewis transforms bold ideas into lasting global influence. As the driving force behind Savvy Designs and The Pink Elephant Solution, she guides...

My guest on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast is Samuel Jay Keyser. Meet Samuel Jay Keyser. Samuel Jay Keyser is an American theoretical linguist who is an authority on the history and structure of the English language and on linguistic approaches to literary criticism.  In 1962, Samuel received his PhD in linguistics from Yale. ...

Meet Taalib Saber. Taalib Saber is the principal attorney at The Saber Firm, LLC.  He practices Business, Sports and Entertainment Law, and Estate Planning.  Taalib was born and raised in Prince George's County, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C.  He earned his bachelor's degree in Political Science in 2010 from Morgan State University in Baltimore,...

Meet Michael Levy. Michael Levy is an author, philosopher, poet and lecturer.  He has authored  17 inspirational books that lead the readers to an open door to authentic prosperity. Michael's poetry, essays and investigative journalism enhance many web sites, newspapers, journals and magazines throughout the world. He is a prominent speaker on health/wellness maintenance, stress...

Thank you, LaTanya Edenburgs, for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet LaTanya. LaTanya is the CEO and Founder of Illuminate Your Journey and a Multi-Certified Master Empowerment Life Coach. At Illuminate Your Journey, LaTanya infuses her work with genuine love, a clear vision, and an unwavering belief in empowering and...

Thank you Martha Jeffers for joining me on my podcast.  Martha is an Integrated Professional Life Coach and  Co-President of the Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary Club. Meet Martha Jeffers. Martha Jeffers combines her 30-year background as a Human Resources executive and a Master's in Spiritual Psychology, blending professional expertise with personal growth to guide others...

Thank you Leeshai Lemish for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Leeshai. Leeshai has been with Shen Yun Performing Arts for 19 years. He earned his bachelor's degree in Chinese history and language from Pomona College, in California. Then he received his master's in International Relations from the London School...

Thank you Barbara Spaulding for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show podcast. Barbara has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Anxiety Coach for over 30 years. She has extensive experience in various clinical and managerial sectors of social work and as an entrepreneur. She has led retreats, supervised clinicians and worked...

Thank you Heidi Huebner for joining me again on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Heidi. To begin with, Heidi grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and currently lives in Los Angeles, CA.  She holds a BA in Communications from Chapman University.  She has been involved with many organizations helping animals and educating...

Thank you Peter Bedard for joining me again on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast.  Peter is a Clinical  Hypnotherapist, Author & Speaker. He developed a process 21 years ago called Convergence Healing.   The timing of our conversation is perfect because May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  Did you know that Mental Health...

Thank you Helen Sheehy for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Helen Sheehy. Helen Sheehy grew up on tenant farms in Oklahoma and Kansas. She's worked as a dramaturg at Hartford Stage Company. In 1996 she wrote  Eva Le Gallienne: A Biography. In 2003 she wrote Elenora Duse: A Biography....

Thank you Sarah Cavallaro for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Sarah Cavallaro. Sarah Cavallaro is the Founder, President, and Executive Producer of Emerald Films.  She has built a distinguished career spanning 25 years in international TV commercial production. Renowned for her sharp instincts in talent development and project curation,...

Thank you Erika Hartman for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. It was a pleasure having you back, Erika! Meet Erika. Erika is the Chief Executive Officer of  Safe Place for Youth, one of the leading youth homeless services organizations in Los Angeles. Her prior roles include Chief Program Officer of...

Kimberly Lau is the visionary founder of Project ReWear, a pre-loved children's clothing boutique helping parents save money and the planet.  Kimberly's initiative is redefining the future of fashion by making sustainable, high-quality children's clothing both accessible and affordable for modern families. Meet Kimberly Lau. As a single mom of two boys, Kimberly has experienced...

Kayoko Mitsumatsu, is the Founder and Executive Director of Yoga Gives Back.  Thank you for joining me again, Kayoko on the Born to Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Kayoko Mitsumatsu. Prior to moving to the US in 1992, Kayoko was a producer/director for NHK Japan's National Public Broadcaster. She worked on primetime current affairs and...

Nicole Olivar  is the Founder and Owner of Olivar Events, specializing in wedding and event coordination, along with event and floral design. Meet Nicole Olivar. Nicole is known for her iconic pink heels, Nicole specializes in creating unforgettable weddings and events.  Regardless of the location, whether it's an intimate local celebration or an extravagant destination...

Joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast is John Sharpe. Meet John Sharpe. John Sharpe was the last of four rascally Sharpe kids, born and raised in Farmington, New Mexico by an insatiably curious, creative and driven mother and  Dr. J.H. Sharpe, one of two doctors and the only surgeon serving the...

Thank you Nicole Conn for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Nicole Conn. To begin with, Nicole Conn is a writer, director, editor, and mother. With over three decades of storytelling through film, Nicole's journey as Founder and Owner of Nicole Conn Films, LLC has been driven by a passion...

Thank you Ruksana Hussain for joining me on my Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Ruksana Hussain. Ruksana Hussain was born in India and raised in Oman. She now resides in the heart of Hollywood and has called the United States home for just about two decades. Here is a bit of her background:...

Thank you  Gregory Leeson for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Gregory. Hailing from the picturesque shores of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Gregory Leeson boasts a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Western Ontario. In 2015, while donning the mantle of Master of Ceremonies at his 40th high school...

Thank you Justin Furtado for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Justin. Justin Furtado is a passionate basketball coach, mentor, and leader dedicated to helping young athletes grow into leaders both on and off the court. He is the Founder and Athletic Director of BTG Basketball, an organization committed to...

Thank you GC Brown for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet GC. GC Brown aka as Gregory C. Brown, is an award winning author. He has just released his latest book Sniff. He is also the Co-Founder of a new company, UpCup Koffee, launching soon. GC Brown was good at...

Thank you Joel Vendette, Executive Director for Home for a Home, for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Joel. Joel has been a Realtor® for over 11 years, serving the Los Angeles and Coachella Valley areas. He became a member with Home for a Home in 2015 and currently serves...

Thank you Gabrielle Amster for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Gabrielle. Gabrielle Amster joined Wallis Annenberg PetSpace as director in 2021. Before coming to PetSpace, Gabrielle served as the executive director of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter. During her tenure, she increased adoption rates by more than 40 percent. ...

Thank you Grant Francis for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Grant Francis. Grant has lived in Westchester a community within Los Angeles almost all of his life.  He attended Westchester High School.  During his thirty five years at Venice High School, he was chairman of the Industrial Education Department. ...

Thank you Chip Schulte for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Chip Schulte. Chip Schulte is the Founder & President of Beach Cities Volleyball.   Chip has an extensive sports background as a player in his youth through his college experiences. As an adult, from 1988-1999 he was an active coach...

Thank you Terri Batch for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Terri Batch. To begin with, Terri is the President and CEO of Global LA, a public-private partnership that fosters international business and cultural connections for Greater L.A. She has over 20 years of experience in international trade, export promotion,...

Thank you John Berger, Ph.D. for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet John Berger. John J. Berger is an environmental science and policy specialist, prize-winning author, and journalist. John is a graduate of Stanford and the University of California.  He has written and edited 11 books, including three previous books...

Meet Raynor Carroll. Raynor Carroll taught for nearly 20 years at his alma mater California State University Los Angeles. He  has also taught at USC, the Los Angeles Music Academy, California State University Long Beach, and UCLA. Most recently, he lead a series of master classes at Percusiva 2024, an annual percussion festival held in...

Thank you Cindy Carrillo for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Cindy Carrillo. Cindy Carrillo is a Business & Life Coach, an Author, an Advisor and a Ranch Girl.  Cindy has her Masters Degree in Social Work.  She has more than 45 years of business and non-profit leadership experience, and...

Thank you Regan Williams for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Regan. Regan Williams is the Co-Founder and CEO of the non-profit Seen&Heard. To being with, in 2014, Regan's life was forever changed when she became a foster parent. She became aware for the first time of the crisis in...

Thank you Bracha Goetz for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Bracha. Bracha Goetz is not your typical Harvard grad. She is the author of 42 picture books that help children grow spiritually with the intention of inspiring each uniquely beautiful soul to shine. In doing so, she instills gratitude...

Thank you Bertus Albertse for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Bertus. Bertus aka as Bert is the Founder of the award-winning fitness franchise BODY20 and CEO and President of JETSET Pilates. Bertus has over 14 years in the health & fitness domain.  His expertise lies in brand and business...

Thank you Robert Feldman for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Robert. Robert Feldman is the CEO, President and Co-Founder of WOWS Insurance Services.  They are designed to deliver insurance solutions for large homes that struggle to secure insurance in California. Robert has been an insurance professional with nearly 25...

Thank you Albert Hernandez for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Albert Hernandez. Albert Hernandez has been a Rotarian since 2005 and is currently the District Governor for Rotary District 5280, which covers the Greater Los Angeles County. Rotary is an international service club with over 46,000 clubs worldwide. The...

Thank you, Beth Kurland for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show. Meet Beth. Beth Kurland, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, TedX and public speaker, mind-body coach, and author of four books. Her newest book is You Don't Have to Change to Change Everything: Six Ways to Shift Your Vantage Point, Stop Striving for...

Joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast are Sam Adels and Dana DeSousa from Land to Learn. They are a nonprofit organization located in the Hudson Valley in New York. Meet Sam Adels.  Sam Adels is the Co-Director | Beacon Educator & Program Manager | Youth Leadership | Development at Land to...

Thank you Lissa Warren for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast.  Lissa Warren has been a literary publicist for more than 25 years. Since 2003, Lissa has been an Adjunct Professor at Emerson College, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses as part of their Writing, Literature, and Publishing program and creating their...

Thank you Doctors Adaira Landry and Resa E. Lewiss for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. They will be sharing why they wrote Micro Skills and the importance of how you can apply their well established advice. Meet Adaira Landry. Dr. Adaira Landry is an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School....

Thank you Georgeanne Irvine for being my guest on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Georgeanne. Georgeanne also known as George has devoted 46 years of her colorful career to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, which operates the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. She is currently the...

Thank you Dr. Wendy Smith for joining me on The Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Meet Dr. Wendy Smith. Wendy Smith Meyer, Ph.D., LCSW, is a retired clinical professor of social work and associate dean of curriculum development and assessment at the University of Southern California Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work.  She taught...

Thank you Eric Gee for joining me on the Born To Talk Radio Show Podcast. Eric. Eric Gee is a Writing and Life Coach.  He has administered personality-based life coaching for more than twenty years. He has built a successful education company that used his personality typing method to better the lives of more than...