Meant for Moxie

Colleen-Joy changed my life.  No hyperbole there, she really did.  I connected with her during the pandemic and ended up being inspired to get my coaching certifications and work towards international accredidation.  Colleen founded Inner Life Skills coaching, and she has a compelling origin story.  In keeping with this podcast theme of "everyday people doing extraordinary things," I know you will enjoy hearing her tale.Support the showjoin my PATREON for firsts and exclusives!

Best-selling author Ridley Pearson joins me to discuss his career, his band, and his newest Disney YA novel in the Kingdom Keepers series.As a family who LOVES Disney and loves to read, this guest is extra special!  I've been a big fan of Ridley's thrillers for years, and loved introducing our boys to this series as well as "Peter and the Starcatchers."You can learn more about the author HERE, and make sure to visit our sponsor, Marco Pelusi Haircare HERE.Support the showjoin my PATREON for firsts and exclusives!

Featured in the Prime documentary, LulaRich, Roberta Blevins started a podcast and an anti-MLM movement. Roberta joins us for part two to discuss the pyramid-y qualities of *almost* all MLMs and how they border on cult mentality to manipulate their members.Roberta stuck around after our first episode to answer a few more questions.  Make sure you check out her podcast, Life After MLM as well as the Lularich doc to learn more. Meant for Moxie is sponsored by Marco Pelusi haircare.  Visit his site at www.marcopelusi.com and sign up to receive 15% off your order!Support the showjoin my PATREON for firsts and exclusives!

Bonus material with Marco Pelusi...celebrity dish, current trends, products, and White Lotus? YES!Don't forget to visit www.marcopelusi.com for 15% off your order of his incredible products!And please visit my Patreon to support the show!Support the showjoin my PATREON for firsts and exclusives!

Marco Pelusi shares his extraordinary success story, how he stays grounded, as well as celeb dish and style tips.Marco grew up in my hometown and dealt with the usual teen growing pains, but also coming to terms with who he really is.  He tells how he overcame fear to live his authentic life and find his life's workSupport the show

LulaRoe survivor Roberta Blevins talks multi-level marketing and cult environments.Her podcast, Life After MLM, can be found on your favorite listening platforms.The LulaRich Documentary from Amazon Prime can we viewed HEREIf you suspect. you are involved in a high-control group and need help to leave, please visit the link HERE for resources and advice.Support the show

Rather than rely on medications and focus on the disadvantages of ADHD, Annmarie created a method to harness the POWER of her diagnosis. She's been a tremendous resource for me on my ADHD journey.You can find Annmarie on Instagram HERE and keep in touch via her website HERE.  That second link will also take you to her podcast, which is definitely worth a listen if you or someone you know has ADHD.Wondering if you have ADHD?  You can visit ADHD Online to find a licensed/certified practitioner for a diagnosis.Support the show

Richard Mellor, author of "Surviving Doris," talks about near-death experiences, beating cancer, and writing his story. To purchase "Surviving Doris," visit the link HERE Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Gidon Lev and Julie Gray join me to talk about everything from the Holocaust to going viral on Tik Tok."The True Adventures of Gidon Lev: Rascal.  Holocaust Survivor. Optimist" can be found in paperback and Kindle form on Amazon HERE The Real Adventures Tik Tok can be found HERE...and the video that started it all HERE Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

India Oxenberg not only survived the trauma of the NXIVM cult and it's more sinister inner sex cult, DOS, but she has found new purpose from it.  Though the journey is not always easy, India (with her mom, Catherine Oxenberg) hopes to help others get help from high-control groups via the Oxenberg Foundation but is also embarking on another book and some production projects.  India and I discuss the idea of post-traumatic GROWTH, finding a higher purpose after trauma as well as her self-care and stress management.  India's book, "Still Learning," can be found HERECatherine Oxenberg's book (a mom's perspective on her daughter's trauma) can be found HEREIndia and I discuss another book I've used for years: "Taming Your Gremlin" which may be found HERE Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Forensic expert, Dr. Cyril Wecht Is back to discuss some of his most notorious cases. From OJ to Elvis, Epstein to JonBenet--we dig deep. Because of the nature of his work, Dr Wecht speaks graphically and frankly about autopsy and many of the Injuries he has seen. For more Information about Dr. Wecht, his autobiography Is available HEREDr Wecht references his book on JonBenet Ramsey, which can be found HERE And a third book with many of his famous cases Is linked HEREMeant for Moxie Is sponsored by Smart Spirits USA and ENSPRASupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

I sat down with Dr Wecht to discuss his unique career path, disrupting his "Industry," and keeping balance with an emotionally difficult job. If you'd Iike to dig even deeper Into Dr. Wecht's life and career, you can grab his autobiography HERE .To find out about careers In forensic science and law, visit https://www.duq.edu/about/centers-and-institutes/cyril-h-wecht-institute-of-forensic-science-and-lawMeant for Moxie Is sponsored by Smart Spirits and Mistify by Enspra, the two things we probably need the most In 2020!Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

National speaker and entrepreneur Ryan Estis shares his ideas on disruption, social media, and moreFor more Information, you can check out Ryan's website at https://ryanestis.com/Watch "Social Dilemma" on Netflix HERE Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Conversation with Rev. Dr. Randall Bush about modern Christianity during Covid and some ChaosSupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Energy healer Donna Pinter leads us through a breathing meditation Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Donna, an empath and energy healer, discusses her calling, her practice, and the energy around our quarantine.Donna can be found on Facebook at Blu Angels or on her artist website at www.donnapinter.comSupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Eric Layman introduces "message in a bottle" with a reading for someone unknown. Help us find her!Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Medium, Psychic and Energy healer Eric LaymanSupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Fashion Designer Kiya Tomlin discusses balancing family and careerSupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Media personality Riaz Patel shares his journey as well as advice on connecting and communitySupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Humor writer and podcaster, Jen Mann, talks about her midlife experiences, going viral with an Elf, and punching people in the throatSupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Do you know there were women who survived Ted Bundy? Do you actually know anything about his victims or survivors? What does It say about us that we focus on the criminal and not the victims?I had the pleasure of speaking with Bundy survivor, Kathy Kleiner Rubin about her experience, but also about how It shaped her mission In life and the friendships she's shared.On this 42nd anniversary of the attack of the FSU Chi Omega house, join Kathy and me as we talk about finding a deep Inner strength...Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Bestselling author Turney Duff discusses success, failure, second careers, and sobrietySupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Clergy abuse survivor tells the story of turning her abuse into her life's calling.Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

The 20th Anniversary edition of Perks and some FANGIRLINGSupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

The author/director talks about finding his MOXIESupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Gemma Hoskins of Netflix "The Keepers" gives us the latest on the 50 year old unsolved murder of Sister Cathy CesnikSupport the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)

Gemma Hoskins, one of two volunteer and amateur sleuths featured in "The Keepers" has been diligently investigating the murder of her beloved Sister Cathy Cesnik in November, 1969 in her retirement years. Since "The Keepers" aired in 2017, Hoskins has partnered with established podcaster Shane Waters and continues to interview witnesses, review available evidence, and advocate for the NUMEROUS survivors of abuse at the hand of Father Joseph Maskell, their high school counselor. Join me as I find out how Gemma found this second career as volunteer detective, what inspires her, and what she has planned next. Note: this interview is in two parts. The second installment will include the latest on her investigations with Shane. Support the show (http://www.moxiemama.tv)