Simple Life Radio with Cynthia Fernandes

If you've ever wondered about Paul Fridlund and his 23 years as owner of Pilgrim's Way, he spills it on this interview.  Store history, motivation and advice to those considering a book business, writing a book, or working with your life partner in business. Listen online or download.

The collaboration of these friends with written word and art has resulted in a captivating book titled In Search of the Dark Watchers, legend and lore of Big Sur.  This relaxed interview includes stories and personal account of encounters with the watchers, the wee people who live in the landscape. For a peek at the artwork of Benjamin Brode go to www.studiobrode.com.

What do the following people have in common? Eleanor Roosevelt,Nelson Mandela, John Keats, Leo Tolstoy, John Lennon, Johann Sebastian Bach, Marilyn Monroe, Carol Burnett, Babe Ruth and Steve Jobs... They were all orphans. Our next guest Liz Ashling is an author of a book focusing on the lives and lifestyle differences of those in our society who have been adopted. Orphaned at some point, yes. And then they became part of another family. Well, what is that like? How does it compare to those born and raised in the same family? Are there differences? Advantages? Or disadvantages? Listen online or download this podcast, and find out.

My guest today, Patrice Vecchione is the author of Writing and the Spiritual Life, as well as two books of poetry. She is also the editor of many highly acclaimed anthologies for children, young adults and adults. Vecchione has taught creative writing and collage workshops at universities, libraries, in community and spiritual centers, including Esalen Institute. She also teaches workshops outdoors through parks departments and recreation centers. We'll get a sneak peek at her newest book soon to be released, "Step Into Nature". She lives in Monterey, CA.

Today's topic is about surviving and the grief that accompanies it. Alexandra Kennedy, author of Honoring Grief will share her wisdom as a therapist but also from personal experience.  Listen online or download.

Michael Calabrese will be sharing his recipes for tasty and easy meals. Braciole, Spaghetti Sauce, Pear Torte, and more! He's funny, heart warming and a fabulous cook! Don't miss this show.

Eurythmy (pronounced yur-ITH-me) is a form of mystical dancing and is referred to as "the visible language." Kristin Ramsden is a certified teacher of the multi-faceted form of movement and shares incredible stories from her own experiences. A fascinating interview!  Listen online or download.

H2o Water Conservation - Living "Off-Grid" has it's advantages and one of them is becoming an expert conservationist! Theo lives off grid in Big Sur and will be talking about water; how to get it, store it and use it.

Our topic today is spirituality.  William Patrick Patterson is a spiritual teacher of the Fourth Way, which is an ancient esoteric teaching of self-development brought to the West by G.I. Gurdjieff.  Patrick is also an author, filmmaker and speaker on spiritual themes.  His website www.gurdjeifflegacy.org has information about his books, films, speaking events and classes.

Claire is a southerner. Although she has a home in Malibu, she prefers to be in Monterey. And her recently published novel "A Portal In Time" is a delight. Claire has been a writer for much of her life and in the entertainment biz, but now she has the freedom corporate could not afford her. You will surely get a "hoot" out of her, so listen in!

What if you had only a few years left to live? Would you want to know? Dr Guy McPherson says you have the right to know. His newest book "Extinction Dialogs, how to live with death in mind" is a candid conversation about just that.  What will you say after you hear him out?  Listen in and find out.

Balance and Beauty, how are they related and how do we attract them in our daily lives.  Our guest, LuAnn Cibik is a Master Educator of Interior Alignment.  She offers tips for listeners on increasing abundance and harmony as well as space clearing and how to maintain your office or home.  She's amazing!(length = 50 minutes)

What does it mean to be clairvoyant?  Does it come to people who aren't looking for it? Babs shares her life experience as a clairvoyant, how it began for her and what she does with this sensitivity to the subtle realms.  For more information on Babs work, see her bio on the Consultants page at www.pilgrimsway.com.  Enjoy

Our topic today is living off the grid.  Our Guest, Theo Maehr; speaks from experience!  A Stanford grad, his diverse professional from a professional diver to Waldorf Teacher, he shares his passions, vision and wisdom.

Stephanie Besmehn talks with us today about the subtle energies that make up the majority of our environment and how we can command alignment with complete support.  A fascinating conversation, don't miss it.

Today on Simple Life Radio our guest is local artist and author; Mary Beth Harris, who wrote "Me, A Caregiver?" Funny, informative and heart warming...This audio is about 40 minutes long.

A simple, under ten minute podcast on communications styles and tips to make the best of them; with stories to illustrate!  Enjoy.  Listen online or download.

Rosalyn W. Berne, Ph.D. explores the intersecting realms between emerging technologies, science, fiction and myth, and between the human and non-human worlds. As a university professor she writes and teaches about engineering and technology in society and the ethical implications of technological development, often using science fiction material in her classes. In her personal life she continues to discover the transformational nature of human-equine relationships, and offers facilitation and translation services for enhancing communication between horses and their owners.Dr. Rosalyn Berne will be teaching a “Deep Listening Workshop” where she will use guided meditations listening exercise, and brief lessons on how, when and why we listen, or not, for our desire to hear what others are trying to say. Dr. Berne will also be signing her book, When the Horses Whisper: The Wisdom of the Wise and Sentient Beings. When the Horses Whisper shows the capacity of horses to help us heal the human heart. It expresses human language what horses have to say when given the chance to speak. It is a story about the bond between horse and human, and the communication made possible when the bond is based on love. Conversations with fifteen horses, most of whom live and work in Costa Rica, are featured along with their photographs, capturing them as individual beings in service to humans on a shared evolutionary journey. This journey amounts to the remembering of our whole selves in the wholeness of creation, especially the parts we split off, deny, and place in shadow because they are too painful. Horses, as the book shows, can help us see these lost parts, and call forth our courage to reclaim them. For the author, these included the loss of a newborn daughter, the mental illness of an adult son, letting go of a thirty-year marriage, and childhood sexual abuse. The story recounts the equine healing work that helped in reclaiming her authentic self. This book is testimony to the power of horses and equine healing work in transforming life’s losses into a deeper human wholeness and a further communion with the non-human world.

Pat tells his story of growing up in the deep south during the Jim Crow era, prior to the Civil Rights Movement.  His book titled From Colored Town to Pebble Beach" is an authentic telling of his experiences that led up to his being the first black deputy sheriff in Monterey County.

On this program we often here from professionals like doctors and lawyers; we've interviewed college professors, historians, and journalists.  Today we want to hear from another group in our community.  Let's find out what the young people in our community have to say! Tim Berggrin is in his first yer in college. Tim's book mentions include:World Religions, Houston SmithUntethered Soul, Michael SingerOur next in studio guest today has been on the show for a while now.  Miss Isabella Ball who has a book review of The Alchemyst, by author Michael Scott.