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    Miss Liz Serves J. Timothy Hunt The Museum of Lies

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 65:04


    Featuring: J. TIMOTHY HUNT — Award-Winning Author • Screenwriter • Journalist • Survivor • Memory Explorer Memory, Trauma, and the Unreliable Truth We Carry When memory fractures, storytelling becomes survival. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage; she serves real-life changemakers. She serves J. Timothy Hunt, an award-winning American/Canadian journalist, screenwriter, novelist, children's author, actor, and trauma survivor whose life journey reads like a film script raw, riveting, and deeply human. Born in Los Angeles and raised in California and Montana, Timothy's life has been shaped by childhood abuse, bullying, eating disorders, and a turbulent relationship with a mother who attempted to erase his memories. His newest novel, The Museum of Lies, is a psychological thriller exploring how memory fails, protects, distorts, and sometimes betrays us.The story follows Cary Scott, whose traumatic childhood memories are dismantled by a manipulative therapist, forcing readers to ask: What is truth when memory can't be trusted?Timothy is twice nominated for Canada's Governor General's Award, a four-time nominee for the National Magazine Award, and a winner of multiple distinguished writing prizes. His nonfiction book The Politics of Bones was named one of The Globe and Mail's Best Books of the Year. A graduate of AMDA (NYC) and holder of a master's degree in screenwriting from Staffordshire University, he has worked on major productions including Schitt's Creek, Orphan Black, Anne With an E, and Murdoch Mysteries. Under the pen name Tim Beiser, he is also an acclaimed children's author. Timothy splits his life between Toronto, Canada, and Grignan, France, with his husband of 30 years and their twin sons. Miss Liz pours a cup of truth, memory, and survivorship with J. Timothy Hunt, a writer whose life has navigated darkness, brilliance, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of understanding the human mind. Born in Los Angeles, shaped in New York City, and living in Toronto for nearly three decades, Timothy's story begins in trauma and transforms into art. A survivor of childhood abuse, bullying, and bulimia, he has spent a lifetime reconstructing memory both through truth and through necessity. Timothy is an award-winning journalist, novelist, children's author, screenwriter, actor, and storyteller. He has written for major Canadian publications, earned multiple national awards, and worked on landmark television productions including Schitt's Creek, Orphan Black, and Anne With an E.His newest novel, The Museum of Lies, is a psychological labyrinth exploring memory's fallibility, asking us what happens when the truth we rely on dissolves… and we must invent a new one to survive. Tonight, we explore trauma, resilience, writing, identity, memory, and the stories we create to endure what was once unbearable.What an unforgettable, deeply introspective Teatime with J. Timothy Hunt, a conversation that travelled through memory, trauma, creativity, and the art of turning survival into story.Tonight, Timothy reminded us that the mind protects us in strange and complex ways, that truth isn't always clear, and that healing often requires rewriting the narrative to reclaim our power. His journey from child abuse survivor to award-winning author and screenwriter shows the resilience of the human spirit and the purpose that can arise from pain. His insights on writing, memory distortion, satire, trauma, and truth brought depth and brilliance to the Teatime table. J. Timothy Hunt is an award-winning journalist, novelist, children's author, and screenwriter. Twice nominated for Canada's Governor General's Award, he has written nine books and worked on major TV productions. His latest novel, The Museum of Lies, explores trauma, memory, and the truths we create to survive.“Memory, Trauma, and The Museum of Lies”#TeatimeWithMissLiz#JTimothyHunt#MuseumOfLies#MemoryAndTruth#TraumaSurvivorStory

    Miss Liz Serves Miles Spencer Reflekta.ai

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 61:54


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ — December 23rd, 3 PM EST Featuring: MILES SPENCER — CEO of Reflekta.ai • Soul Tech Pioneer • Storyteller • Author • Legacy BuilderTITLETeatime with Miss Liz Serves: Miles Spencer — Soul Tech, Digital Legacies & The Future of Human Connection TAGLINEPreserving the voices of the past — empowering the memories of tomorrow. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage; she serves real-life changemakers. On December 23rd, she serves Miles Spencer, CEO and co-founder of Reflekta.ai, the groundbreaking Soul Tech company preserving human legacy through fully interactive digital storytellingones. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Miles is a multi-exit entrepreneur, investor, adventure-seeker, and the author of the Amazon bestseller A Line in the Sand. You may have also seen him as the former co-host of PBS's MoneyHunt and as the founder of Kayak for a Cause, a mission-driven movement blending philanthropy with human connection. Miles has spent his entire career at the intersection of media, technology, human narrative, and innovation. With Reflekta.ai, he is pioneering a new way to preserve our elders' voices, memories, values, and wisdom,m turning them into dynamic, spontaneous conversations that families can experience for generations. Through Reflekta, you can speak with Miles' late father, Arthur, and family elder Virginia, both preserved through Soul Tech. Their stories, voices, humour, and humanity continue to interact with loved one,s proving that legacy isn't lost. It evolves. Miles is a thoughtful storyteller dedicated to building bridges between past and present, love and loss, memory and future. His T-E-E: Legacy • Connection • Courage Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz pours a cup of legacy, tech, and storytelling with Miles Spencer entrepreneur, investor, author, and the CEO behind one of the most emotionally transformative technologies of our time: Reflekta.ai.Born in Pittsburgh and known globally for his work in media, innovation, philanthropy, and adventure, Miles' mission traces one powerful thread: preserving the human story.Miles is a multi-exit entrepreneur, co-host of the PBS hit MoneyHunt, author of A Line in the Sand, founder of Kayak for a Cause, and a voice at the frontlines of human-centred tech. But his newest chapter is his most personal. Through Reflekta.ai, Miles has created a way for families to preserve not just memories — but interactive conversations with loved ones. A grandchild can talk to their late grandfather. A daughter can hear her mother's voice again. Wisdom doesn't disappear — it speaks. Tonight, we talk about legacy, courage, innovation, memory, and the Soul Tech future that begins with preserving love.What an extraordinary and future-shaping Teatime with Miles Spencer, a conversation at the intersection of innovation, grief, storytelling, and the legacy of being human.Today, Miles showed us that technology can hold heart, memory, and meaning. Through Reflekta.ai, he is giving families something priceless: connection across time. Miles reminded us that legacy is not just what we leave behind, but it's what we build while we're here. Connection is the bridge. Courage is the catalyst. And stories are the thread that keeps us tethered to one another.Thank you, Miles, for sharing your mission, your brilliance, and your heart with Teatime.And thank you to our listeners, live and replay for being part of this ripple of remembrance and innovation. Miles Spencer is CEO and co-founder of Reflekta.ai, a Soul Tech company preserving interactive digital legacies. A multi-exit entrepreneur, investor, and author of A Line in the Sand, he is known for PBS's MoneyHunt and Kayak for a Cause. His work blends technology, storytelling, and human connection.“Soul Tech & Legacy Building with Reflekta.ai”#TeatimeWithMissLiz#MilesSpencer#ReflektaAI#DigitalLegacy#SoulTech

    Miss Liz's Serves Burton Fischler The Gift: Trauma to Triumph

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 60:30


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ December 18th, 7 PM ESTFeaturing: BURTON FISCHLER, MPsych — Trauma Survivor • Counselor • Author of The Gift: Trauma to TriumphTeatime with Miss Liz Serves: Burton Fischler From Trauma to Triumph: Healing, Purpose & the Courage to Rise AgainWhere devastation becomes wisdom and resilience becomes a way forward.On December 18th, she serves Burton Fischler, MPsych, a resilient trauma survivor, counselor, and author whose life journey embodies strength, healing, and the transformative power of inner work.Burton holds a Master's Degree in Psychology from New York University. His path shifted dramatically after enduring one of life's deepest tragedies the brutal murder of his wife. Through unimaginable pain, he courageously began a healing journey at the Hoffman Institute and the Esalen Institute, learning from a tai chi master and drawing inspiration from spiritual teacher Marianne Williamson.Burton is now a Certified Life Coach, Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. His book, The Gift: Trauma to Triumph, merges psychological insight, lived experience, and the wisdom of trauma recovery experts and spiritual leaders. He currently provides substance abuse counselling and facilitates trauma recovery groups at a medically supervised outpatient program in New York City.His upcoming podcast Besting Trauma and live radio show Courageous Conversations continue his mission: to teach trauma recovery processes, inspire hope, and show others that healing while not easy is possible and profoundly transformative. Miss Liz will pour a cup of strength, resilience, and radical healing with Burton Fischler, MPsych a trauma survivor, counselor, author, and a man whose journey from tragedy to transformation has touched countless lives.A native of Oceanside, New York, Burton holds a Master's in Psychology and is certified in life coaching, alcoholism and substance abuse counseling, and clinical trauma work. His life took a devastating turn with the violent loss of his wife a moment that could have destroyed him, but instead ignited a profound spiritual and therapeutic journey.From the Hoffman Institute to Esalen, from tai chi training to mentorship through Marianne Williamson's teachings, Burton rebuilt his life through courage, awareness, faith, and relentless inner work.Today, he counsels individuals navigating addiction and trauma, facilitates recovery groups, and shares his insights through his book The Gift: Trauma to Triumph, which teaches that awe is transformative, justice is often internal, and that to heal we must feel, then release.Tonight we walk through pain, purpose, and the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit.It will be a powerful, courageous, and deeply human Teatime with Burton Fischler a conversation rooted in truth, pain, wisdom, and the undeniable strength of healing.Tonight, Burton reminded us that trauma reshapes a life, but it does not have to define its future. Through psychology, spiritual insight, recovery tools, and profound resilience, he has turned unimaginable loss into a mission that uplifts others.His teachings that awe transforms, that justice often comes from within, and that healing requires both feeling and releasing brought immense depth and compassion to today's Teatime. Burton will share vulnerability, your strength, and your unwavering dedication to helping others rise.And thank you to everyone watching live or catching the replay you are part of this ripple of awareness, healing, and courage.Burton Fischler, MPsych, is a trauma survivor, counselor, and author of The Gift: Trauma to Triumph. With certifications in life coaching, addiction counseling, and clinical trauma work, he facilitates recovery groups in NYC and teaches trauma healing through speaking, writing, and his upcoming podcast Besting Trauma.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#BurtonFischler#TraumaRecovery#HealingJourney#ResilientSpirit

    Miss Liz Serves Maria Earhart The Sterling Rose Sanctuary

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 60:30


    Teatime with Miss Liz Serves: Coming December 18th, 3 pm EST Marcia Earhart Transforming Grief Into Grace Through The Sterling Rose Sanctuary, where sorrow meets healing and broken hearts learn to breathe again. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.On December 18th, she serves Marcia Earhart, a passionate Certified Life, Grief, Trauma, Brain, and Mental Health Responder Coach, a trained mediator, Heartsync Minister, author, and co-founder of The Sterling Rose Sanctuary a 501(c)(3), birthed from unimaginable loss and transformed into a mission of hope. Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina and now living in Deland, Florida, Marcia has spent over 30 years guiding others through the valleys of trauma, grief, and emotional recovery. Her life was forever changed by the loss of her two sons, Sterling at 21, and Marc at 26. Through heartbreak, faith, and relentless resilience, Marcia found a way to breathe, move, and live again. Her book, Gripping Grace in the Garden of Grief, offers a powerful invitation into healing. Her upcoming podcasts, Grieving Out Loud, Purposeful Life Coach, and What Would Dave Do? continue her mission of supporting those in pain with compassion and truth. Marcia's therapeutic approach blends professional training with lived experience and a deep reliance on the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit as her source of strength. Today, she offers this sacred support to the world. Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz will pour a cup of compassion, faith, and courageous healing with Marcia Earhart, a Certified Life, Grief, Trauma, Brain and Mental Health Responder Coach, Heartsync Minister, mediator, author, speaker, and founder of The Sterling Rose Sanctuary. Marcia's journey is one marked by unimaginable grief: the loss of her 21-year-old son, Sterling, in 2014, followed by the loss of her son, Marc, in 2019 at age 26. Through the darkest seasons of her life, she found strength, solace, and restoration in her faith held by the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. From this sacred place, The Sterling Rose Sanctuary was born as a 501(c)(3) dedicated to supporting those suffering through trauma, grief, and emotional devastation. For over 30 years, Marcia has coached, counselled, mentored, and walked alongside hurting hearts, offering a path to breathe, move, and live again. Her book, her media experience, and her rising podcast platforms all reflect her passion to bring healing, hope, and grace to others. We will share her story, her mission, and the strength behind her beautiful T-E-E: Breathe. Move. Live. What a profound and deeply moving Teatime with Marcia Earhart will be a conversation filled with faith, truth, compassion, and a mother's unwavering love.Marcia will offer more than insight; she will offer presence. Her story of grief transformed into grace reminds us that healing is not a straight line, but a sacred journey of breathing again, moving again, and learning to live again. Through The Sterling Rose Sanctuary, her book, and her decades of coaching, Marcia brings hope to those who feel lost, broken, or alone. Her passion, her honesty, and her heart-centred mission poured warmth and light into today's Teatime. Thank you to everyone tuning in live or watching the replay. Your presence continues the ripple of healing. Marcia Earhart is a Certified Life, Grief, Trauma, Brain, and Mental Health Responder Coach, Heartsync Minister, mediator, and author. After losing her two sons, she co-founded The Sterling Rose Sanctuary, a 501(c)(3) offering hope and healing to those facing trauma and grief. She lives in Deland, Florida.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#MarciaEarhart#GriefHealing#SterlingRoseSanctuary#BreatheMoveLive

    Miss Liz Serves Jonni Jordyn Lifetime of Artistry

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 62:03


    Teatime with Miss Liz Serves: December 16th, 7 PM EST. Guest: Jonni Jordyn — “A Lifetime of Artistry: Music, Storytelling & The Evolution of a Creator” Jonni Jordyn — The Many Lives of a Creator: Music, Film, and the Art of Reinvention. A lifetime of creativity — one extraordinary story at a time. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage; she serves real-life changemakers.On December 16th, she serves Jonni Jordyn, an award-winning American author whose creative journey spans music, filmmaking, acting, photography, technology, and now bold, imaginative novels. Born in Oakland, California, in 1957, Jonni began creating at an early age: playing music at two, acting and singing in grade school, writing poetry and stories in high school, and exploring film and visual arts in college. Her life has been a continuous arc of expression, curiosity, and reinvention. After decades as a musician performing with legendary artists of the ‘60s and ‘70,s Jonni shifted into novel writing later in life while travelling and rediscovering her voice on the page. Her award-winning work includes The Alpha and Omega of All Viruses, a gripping and brilliantly layered novel blending science, suspense, creativity, and deep imagination. A proud autistic creator, she embraces her truth and her neurodivergent perspective with strength and authenticity. Burgundy fills her closet, royal blue is her fiancé's favorite on her, and her life can be summed up in three powerful identities: Technologist. Musician. Novelist. Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz pours a cup of creativity, resilience, and lifelong artistry with Jonni Jordyn, an award-winning author whose life reads like a symphony of reinvention.Born in Oakland and now living in Colorado, Jonni has lived many lives: musician, actress, photographer, technologist, poet, filmmaker, and now novelist. She began playing music at age two, performed with iconic artists of the sixties and seventies, and wrote poetry and visual work published in literary magazines while in college. Her creative path has been bold, diverse, and limitless. Her transition to novels began years later, sparked by a blank piece of paper and the question, “How can I possibly write more than eleven thousand words?” The answer became 160,000, and the start of an extraordinary new chapter.Jonni's award-winning novel The Alpha and Omega of All Viruses showcases her ability to merge imagination, science, and story into worlds that captivate. Her fiancé says she should be more humble, but her achievements confirm one truth: Jonni Jordyn is successful in every sense of the word. We will explore creativity, neurodiversity, storytelling, music, reinvention, and the beautiful chaos of a mind filled with ideas.This will be an inspiring, creative, and deeply human Teatime with Jonni Jordyn, a conversation rich in artistry, honesty, and reinvention.Tonight, Jonni reminded us that creativity is not a single path; it is a lifetime of passions, risks, restarts, and triumphs. Her journey from musician to novelist, from filmmaking to fiction, from blank pages to award-winning books, shows the power of persistence, curiosity, and staying true to one's voice. Her perspective as a neurodivergent artist added depth, truth, and brilliance to every reflection she poured into tonight's conversation.Thank you, Jonni, for gifting Teatime with your colour, courage, and creativity. And thank you to our viewers live and on replay for being part of this ripple. Jonni Jordyn is an award-winning author, technologist, and former professional musician. Born in Oakland and now living in Colorado, she began creating at age two and has built careers in music, film, photography, and writing. Her acclaimed novel The Alpha and Omega of All Viruses showcases her inventive storytelling.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#JonniJordyn#WomenAuthors#CreativeJourney#ArtisticEvoluti

    Miss Liz Serves Russell Little Murder By Storm

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 57:25


    Teatime with Miss LizDecember 16th, 3 PM ESTGuest: Russell G. Little — “Murder for Me, Courtroom Truths & Stories of the Human Heart” Russell G. Little Truth, Fiction & the Stories Born From a Lifetime in the Courtroom. Where law meets literature and real lives spark unforgettable fiction. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage; she serves real-life changemakers.On December 16th, she serves Russell G. Little, Houston-based writer, seasoned divorce attorney, and the author of Murder for Me, a gripping fictionalized blend drawn from the unforgettable characters, cases, and human complexities he witnessed in his 40-year legal career. Born in Amarillo, Texas, where the land is flat, the wind never stops, and the federal government builds bombs, Russell grew up surrounded by grit and resilience. After law school, he married a Houston girl and moved to Houston, where he practiced law for four decades, raised three children, and remained married to his wife, Melinda, for 32 years, a fact that surprises many, given his specialty in divorce law. His work in Family Law and Criminal Law brought him face-to-face with situations both wild and unbelievable, the kind that live quietly in the soul but loudly on the page. Russell has tried over one hundred jury trials, handled hundreds more before a judge, and witnessed the rawest layers of human truth. His upcoming novel, Murder by Storm (October release), continues the battle of pursuit and deception in a hurricane-shaken Houston, a story every reader will want to experience from the safety of their chair. Russell also writes children's books inspired by his granddaughter Vivi, blending adventure with messages of animal care and conservation. Miss Liz will pour a cup of courtroom grit, Texas storytelling, and literary honesty with Russell G. Little, a practicing attorney of four decades and the author of Murder for Me, a crime novel born from real experiences, unforgettable characters, and the emotional residue of hundreds of cases. Born in Amarillo and settled in Houston, Russell has lived a life shaped by wide-open landscapes, courtroom battles, human complexity, and the kind of stories you carry long after the verdict. With more than one hundred jury trials behind him, he has seen the best and worst of people,e and he channels that truth into fiction with depth, empathy, and a sharp eye for detail. Inspired by literary giants like Proust, Dostoevsky, Chekhov, and Hemingway, Russell writes with classic influence, modern grit, and a soul shaped by decades inside the legal arena. His upcoming novel, Murder by Storm, dives into pursuit, deception, and survival as Houston is battered by a hurricane. Outside of crime fiction, his heart shows in the children's books he co-wrote with his wife, stories inspired by his granddaughter Vivi and focused on protecting Africa's remarkable wildlife. Today, we explore law, humanity, writing, truth, tension, family, and the stories that stay with us forever. What an engaging and richly layered Teatime with Russell G. Little, a conversation filled with humanity, humour, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom. Russell will remind us that behind every case is a person, behind every verdict is a story, and behind every courtroom door are truths that can shape a writer forever. His seamless weaving of legal experience into fiction, his love for classic literature, and his heartfelt family stories made today's Teatime unforgettable. Miss Liz will thank Russell for sharing your world, your work, and your wit. And thank you to everyone who joined live or on replay. Your support continues the ripple of storytelling, truth, and transformation. Author of Murder for Me and the upcoming Murder by Storm, he blends courtroom insight with storytelling. He also co-writes children's books inspired by his granddaughter, Vivi. #TeatimeWithMissLiz#RussellGLittle#CrimeFiction#TexasAuthors#CourtroomStories

    Miss Liz Serve Returning Guest Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes Author, Speaker, Podcaster

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 63:34


    Teatime with Miss Liz, Serving on December 15th, 7 PM EST. Guest: Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes “Writing That Pierces the Darkness: Courage, Faith & Creative Resilience” Where courage meets creativity — and stories become instruments of light. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. On December 15th, she serves Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes, an unstoppable storyteller, editor, podcaster, speaker, and educator whose work brings light into the darkest corners of the human experience. As the production editor for Embolden Media Group and host of Murder, Mystery & Mayhem Laced with Morality, Katherine blends faith, artistry, and truth in ways that challenge, inspire, and transform. Her thriller A Fifth of the Story, released in February 2024 through Endgame Press, showcases her bold talent for weaving suspense with purpose. With deep roots in multiple literary and educational organizations, Katherine leads, mentors, and serves across creative communities, including Word Weavers International, AWSA, ACFW, CWoC, EFA, Submersion 14, and 540 Writers' Community. She is also an art instructor with Light for the Future in Guatemala. Her T.E.E. message reflects her life transition: Transcending what tried to break her, Embracing what God is doing within her, Envisioning the extraordinary future ahead. Her palette of favourite colours, red, burgundy, black, and orange, mirrors her creative evolution: bold, passionate, mysterious, warm, and unstoppable. Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz will pour a cup of courage, creativity, and spiritual depth with Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes, a powerhouse author, editor, podcaster, speaker, and educational consultant who has made it her mission to champion writing that pierces the darkness. Katherine is the production editor at Embolden Media Group, the voice behind Murder, Mystery & Mayhem Laced with Morality, and a respected leader across major writing organizations, including Word Weavers International, AWSA, ACFW, CWoC, and EFA. Her thriller A Fifth of the Story debuted in 2024 and reflects her ability to weave tension, morality, and humanity into unforgettable narratives. She has authored Bible studies and devotions, and is actively creating sequels to her thriller, all while consulting, mentoring, and serving on nonprofit boards dedicated to education and empowerment. Katherine embodies a life of Transcending, Embracing, and Envisioning, rising above obstacles, embracing God's work within her, and envisioning an extraordinary future fueled by faith and purpose. We will journey into creativity, healing, storytelling, suspense, and divine resilience. What a powerful, soul-deep Teatime with Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes it will be, a woman whose creative fire and spiritual wisdom illuminate every space she steps into. Katherine will remind us what it means to be unstoppable, to rise with renewed strength, and to write boldly into places many fear to explore. Her journey of transcending past wounds, embracing God's calling, and envisioning a greater future speaks to every heart listening. Her dedication to storytelling, her leadership across writing communities, and her commitment to service left us with both inspiration and conviction. Miss Liz will give thanks, too, Katherine, for pouring truth, artistry, and courage into the Teatime table. And will give thanks to everyone watching live or on replay — your presence completes the ripple of transformation.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#DrKatherineHayes#FaithAndFiction#WritersOfPurpose#CreativeResiliencehttps://www.drkatherinehayes.com/

    Miss Liz Serves Marlene Sharp Neurodivergence, Animation, and Storytelling

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 61:45


    Founder of Pink Poodle Productions, Teatime with Miss Liz – October 23rd | 7 PM EST Guest: Marlene Sharp Show Title: Neurodivergence, Animation, and Storytelling: Building Inclusive Worlds On and Off Screen Tagline: From creativity to compassion — a conversation about representation, storytelling, and the heart behind animation. Teatime Topic: Exploring how storytelling, creativity, and inclusion intersect in the entertainment industry. From script to screen, Marlene Sharp shares how her work in animation and advocacy for neurodivergent voices is changing the way we see — and create — stories that reflect everyone's world. Description: Marlene Sharp is the CEO of Pink Poodle Productions, an award-winning producer, writer, and creative executive whose career spans beloved franchises like Sonic the Hedgehog, My Life as a Teenage Robot, and more. As a proud advocate for neurodivergence, inclusion, and authentic storytelling, she brings humour, heart, and purpose to every project she touches. In this Teatime, Miss Liz sits down with Marlene to discuss the power of representation in media, the creative spirit that drives change, and how storytelling can foster empathy, inclusion, and belonging for all — both on-screen and behind the scenes. On-Air Introduction: Teatime with Miss Liz. Tonight, I'm pouring a cup with a powerhouse of creativity and compassion — Marlene Sharp, the founder and CEO of Pink Poodle Productions. Marlene's vibrant career in the entertainment industry includes work on iconic shows like Sonic the Hedgehog and My Life as a Teenage Robot, but what truly makes her stand out is her mission — using storytelling to uplift and include voices that often go unseen. She's an advocate for neurodivergent creators, a champion of inclusion, and a storyteller who proves that laughter, heart, and awareness can coexist beautifully. So grab your favourite cup and join us for an inspiring conversation about animation, advocacy, and building worlds where everyone belongs.” Closing Summary: Teatime with Marlene Sharp will remind us that storytelling isn't just about what we see — it's about what we feel, and who we choose to include. Her dedication to inclusion and neurodivergent representation in media showed us that creativity has no limits, only possibilities. As we close tonight's Teatime, may we all remember that every voice matters, every story adds colour, and inclusion begins when we listen with our hearts. Until next time, keep creating, keep imagining, and keep pouring kindness into every story you tell.” 50-Word Mini Bio: Marlene Sharp is the CEO of Pink Poodle Productions, an award-winning writer, producer, and creative executive known for her work on Sonic the Hedgehog and My Life as a Teenage Robot. A passionate advocate for neurodivergent voices, she champions inclusive storytelling that bridges creativity, representation, and compassion.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MarleneSharp #PinkPoodleProductions #NeurodivergentVoices #InclusiveStorytelling #AnimationWithHeart #RepresentationMatters #CreativeAdvocacy #StorytellingHeals #MissLizsTEE #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #SeedsOfChange #EveryStoryMatters #LiveShow #PodcastConversati

    Miss Liz Serves Leah Ellis Society of Child Entrepreneurs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 61:25


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ —December 11th, 7 PM ESTFeaturing: LEAH ELLIS — Founder & Executive Director of the Society of Child EntrepreneursTeatime with Miss Liz Serves: Leah Ellis — Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders, Dreamers & ChangemakersBecause children are not just the future — they're leaders now. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. On December 11th, she serves Leah Ellis, Founder and Executive Director of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs — a visionary nonprofit that teaches children ages 6 to 17 how to build real businesses, develop leadership, and grow lifelong confidence. With a blend of storytelling, child development expertise, and hands-on learning, Leah helps young people discover their strengths, bring their ideas to life, and see themselves as capable creators in their communities and beyond. Born and raised in Kansas, with lived experience in Germany and California, Leah now leads her organization in Wichita, Kansas — empowering young leaders across the country. Her T-E-E is rooted in Teaching, Empowerment, and Entrepreneurship, and her personal story reflects the belief that children are leaders, ideas deserve space, and confidence grows through action. As a 501(c)(3), The Society of Child Entrepreneurs provides real-world entrepreneurial training, community support, and financial literacy education — offering children a chance to dream big and do bigger. Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz pours a cup of vision, empowerment, and next-generation leadership with Leah Ellis, the Founder and Executive Director of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs — a nonprofit giving children ages 6 to 17 the tools, confidence, and courage to build real businesses. Leah is a true visionary who believes deeply in the power of children's ideas. Through storytelling, hands-on learning, and child development strategy, she creates environments where young people step into leadership, discover their strengths, and experience the joy of entrepreneurship. Her book Sparks to Stars, along with her SoCE programming, reinforces her belief that children are leaders, ideas deserve space, and confidence grows through action. From Kansas to Germany to California and back to Wichita, Leah's journey has shaped a mission built on teaching, empowerment, and entrepreneurship. We will explore how to raise confident kids, how to nurture creativity, and how entrepreneurship can transform the way children see themselves and their futures. What an inspiring and uplifting Teatime with Leah Ellis — a conversation that reminded us of the brilliance, courage, and creativity living inside every child. Leah will show us how teaching, empowerment, and entrepreneurship can ignite purpose in young minds. She reminded us that children don't become leaders someday — they are leaders today when given trust, space, and opportunity. Her heart for her mission, her vision for youth entrepreneurship, and her dedication to helping ideas become action brought real light to the Teatime table. Thank you, Leah, for planting seeds of confidence and innovation in the next generation. And thank you to everyone tuning in live or watching the replay — you help continue the ripple of empowerment. Leah Ellis is the Founder and Executive Director of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs, a nonprofit teaching children ages 6–17 how to build real businesses through hands-on learning. A visionary leader, she blends storytelling, child development, and empowerment to help young people gain confidence, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial skills.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#ChildEntrepreneurs#YouthLeadership#EmpowerKids#LeahEll

    Miss Liz Serves Returning Guest Bob Brill Newsroom to Hollywood

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 64:21


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZDecember 11th, 1 PM ESTReturning Guest: BOB BRILL Award-Winning Journalist, Author & ScreenwriterTeatime with Miss Liz Serves: Bob Brill Veteran Newsman, Award-Winning Broadcaster & Storyteller of Real AmericaWhere resilience meets reporting and every story has a heartbeat. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage; she serves real-life changemakers. On December 11th, she serves Bob Brill, a returning Teatime guest and a legendary voice in American journalism. A native of Pittsburgh and die-hard Pirates and Steelers fan, Bob began his radio career in 1972 and has worked across the western United States, including multiple stints in the heart of the L.A. media world. He currently anchors for KNX News 97.1 FM in Los Angeles, one of the nation's most respected all-news stations. Bob is a recipient of numerous broadcast awards, including the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for his coverage of the 2011 storms that rocked Southern California. His national rise began with UPI Radio when he covered a tragic fast-food shooting in San Diego — his first breakthrough. From there, he became a UPI National Correspondent and Bureau Chief, interviewing presidents, covering Super Bowls, Hollywood legends, natural disasters, and some of the biggest stories of our time. He has lived through earthquakes, survived a violent assault during the 1992 L.A. riots while reporting live, and continues to bring truth, heart, and integrity to every story he tells. Bob is also an accomplished author and screenwriter, with an award-winning western short film, Sundown, currently available on YouTube. Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Today, Miss Liz pours a cup of grit, truth, and veteran storytelling with Bob Brill, returning guest and one of the most persevering voices in American journalism. Bob's extraordinary 50-year career spans radio newsrooms across the western United States, multiple positions in the Los Angeles market, and award-winning reporting for KNX News 97.1 FM. He has covered breaking stories that shaped history, from national tragedies to sports championships, Hollywood red carpets, and moments of profound human impact. A former UPI National Correspondent and Bureau Chief, Bob's resume includes interviewing presidents, surviving earthquakes, reporting during the 1992 L.A. riots while being physically attacked on tape, and covering countless stories that required courage, clarity, and heart. His creative spirit extends into screenwriting and filmmaking, with his award-winning western short, Sundown, now streaming online. Bob's T-E-E is one of transcending, envisioning, and embracing — reflecting a lifetime of rising, evolving, and writing the next chapter. Today, we revisit his journey, explore the state of journalism, and dive into the craft of storytelling from a man who has seen and reported it all. What an incredible and inspiring Teatime with returning guest Bob Brill — a man whose stories carry decades of truth, courage, and resilience. Today, Bob reminded us that journalism is more than headlines; it is humanity, perseverance, and a relentless commitment to documenting the world as it unfolds. From surviving the L.A. riots to earning prestigious awards, from interviewing presidents to writing screenplays, Bob shows what it means to transcend, envision, and embrace every season of a career. Thank you, Bob, for your honesty, heart, and dedication to storytelling. And thank you to everyone tuning in live or catching the replay, you help keep the ripple of truth and legacy alive. Bob Brill is an award-winning journalist, author, and screenwriter with over 50 years in broadcasting. A news anchor for KNX News 97.1 FM in Los Angeles, he has covered major national stories, interviewed presidents, and written multiple books and films. He continues to report, create, and inspire with resilience and passion.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#BobBrill#BroadcastJournalism#VeteranReporter#StorytellingLegacy

    Miss Liz Serves Eric Fisher Buried Alive Based on a True Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 60:10


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ —December 9th, 7 PM ESTFeaturing: ERIC FISHER — Canadian Certified Counsellor, Trauma Specialist, Author & Award-Winning ScreenwriterTeatime with Miss Liz Serves: Eric Fisher — Trauma Therapist, Recovery Expert & Award-Winning Screenwriter December 9th, 7 pm EST Transformation begins where truth, courage, and healing meet. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.Tonight, she serves Eric Fisher, a Canadian Certified Counsellor originally from Tennessee, now residing in Calgary, Alberta — a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families reclaim their lives. Eric is the author of The Martial Art of Recovery and Buried Alive: Four Ways to Free Yourself from the Dirt, blending mindfulness, trauma healing, martial arts discipline, and mental wellness into powerful, practical tools for recovery. He is a master practitioner in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and trained in EMDR, both evidence-based trauma treatments used worldwide. Eric's private practice, Recovery Arts Counselling, serves clients locally and remotely, offering recovery support, trauma therapy, couples work, and emotional healing. Beyond therapy, Eric is an award-winning screenwriter, a black belt in two martial arts, a two-time FBI intern, and a man driven by curiosity, adventure, and mindfulness. His story proves that healing is both an internal art and a lifelong journey. Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz will pour a cup of resilience, awareness, and recovery with Eric Fisher, a Canadian Certified Counsellor, trauma specialist, martial artist, writer, and a man who has devoted his life to helping others heal. Eric brings over 15 years of experience in outpatient, inpatient, and private practice settings across both the United States and Canada. His mastery in ART and his training in EMDR make him a powerful guide for survivors of trauma, addiction, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. His books, The Martial Art of Recovery and Buried Alive, merge the discipline of martial arts with the internal work of mental wellness — showing that healing is not just a process but a practice of self-mastery. With award-winning screenwriting accolades, two black belts, and even two FBI internships behind him, Eric's story blends curiosity, adventure, compassion, and deep mindfulness. We will explore transformation, trauma recovery, identity, storytelling, and how choosing healing can reshape a life from the inside out. We will have a powerful and soul-shifting Teatime with Eric Fisher — a conversation grounded in truth, compassion, and the courage to face what lies beneath the surface. Eric will remind us that healing is a journey of curiosity, mindfulness, and self-respect. Through trauma therapy, martial arts discipline, and emotional recovery, he offers tools that help individuals break cycles, integrate pain, and reclaim their inner strength. His insights on ART, EMDR, addiction recovery, emotional resilience, and the mind-body connection provided deep value, clarity, and hope. Thank you, Eric, for bringing your compassionate heart, expertise, and adventurous spirit to the Teatime table. And to everyone joining live or watching the replay — thank you for continuing to support the ripple of healing and humanity Miss Liz serves each evening. Eric Fisher, MS, CCC, is a Canadian Certified Counsellor specializing in trauma recovery, addiction, and emotional wellness. Based in Calgary, he integrates ART, EMDR, and martial arts principles into therapy. An award-winning screenwriter and author, he brings curiosity, compassion, and mindfulness to every aspect of his work.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#TraumaHealing#RecoveryJourney#MentalWellness#EricFisherCounselling New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount

    Miss Liz Serves Jane Rubin Over There

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 60:53


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ — DECEMBER LINEUP December 9th, 3 PM ESTFeaturing: JANE RUBIN — Two-Time Cancer Survivor & Award-Winning Historical NovelistTeatime with Miss Liz Serves: Jane Rubin — Award-Winning Historical Novelist Illuminating the Grit, Courage & Medical Heroes of World War IWhere history meets humanity — and courage becomes legacy. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. This December, she serves Jane Rubin, a two-time cancer survivor, bestselling historical novelist, and fierce advocate for honouring medical workers, women's rights, and forgotten chapters of history. Jane's award-winning Gilded City trilogy — Threadbare, In the Hands of Women, and the newly released Over There — brings to life the extraordinary worlds of late Victorian America through World War I. Her latest novel, Over There, shines a powerful spotlight on the heroic surgeons, medics, nurses, and families whose sacrifices shaped the course of The Great War. Called “compelling, disturbing, and historically rich” by Kirkus Reviews and praised by bestselling authors worldwide, Jane's work blends meticulous research with emotional truth. Her storytelling honours the real people who lived through trench warfare, early reconstructive surgery, battlefield medicine breakthroughs, immigrant experiences, and the profound impact of war on families — especially children. A woman of grit, gratitude, and unstoppable courage, Jane writes from lived truth and historical fascination, turning pain into purpose and research into riveting fiction.Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz will pour a cup of courage, legacy, and historical truth with Jane Rubin, a two-time cancer survivor and award-winning historical novelist whose work illuminates the overlooked heroes of The Great War. Jane's latest novel, Over There, completes her Gilded City trilogy and transports readers from New York City to the battlefields of France. Through four unforgettable medical professionals, she reveals the rise of modern battlefield medicine, the origins of plastic surgery, the cost of trauma, and the bravery of those who served on the front lines and at home. Her earlier novels, Threadbare and In the Hands of Women, blend research, personal heritage, and fierce compassion, honouring the real struggles of women, immigrants, midwives, obstetricians, and families navigating poverty, discrimination, and rapidly shifting medical practices. Jane's own life — marked by survivorship, leadership in healthcare, and deep gratitude — empowers her writing with authenticity, tenacity, and purpose. We will enter a world of history, heroism, humanity, and the stories that refuse to be forgotten. Teatime with Jane Rubin will be a conversation that will bring honour, heart, and historical truth to the forefront. Jane will remind us that history is not just dates and battles — it is the courage of medical workers, the resilience of families, the price of war on children, and the grit of those who fight for survival on and off the page. Through her trilogy, she gives voice to those who lived, sacrificed, healed, and rebuilt. Jane's tenacious spirit, her mindful and grateful heart, and her commitment to historical accuracy poured depth into every moment of today's conversation. Thank you, Jane, for your courage, your storytelling, and your dedication to preserving truths that matter. And thank you to everyone watching live or catching the replay — you continue the ripple of awareness and healing. Jane Rubin is a two-time cancer survivor and award-winning historical novelist whose Gilded City trilogy brings to life the medical heroes and immigrant journeys of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A former healthcare executive, she blends meticulous research with powerful storytelling from her home in Northern New Jersey. #TeatimeWithMissLiz#JaneRubin#HistoricalFiction#WomenInHistory#GildedCityTrilogy

    Miss Liz Serves Gerald Jones and Kevin Clark Blessn App

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 62:20


    evolved intoevolved into TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ Surprise Tee Featuring Gerald Jones & Kevin Clark December 8 | 3 PM EST TITLE From Doom Scroll to Faith Scroll: Rewriting the Digital Story TAGLINE Two friends. One mission. A movement of hope in a scrolling world.Miss Liz welcomes lifelong friends, Emmy Award winners, and Blessn app creators Gerald Jones and Kevin Clark to Teatime. What began backstage at the Academy Awards became a 20-year friendship rooted in creativity, compassion, and a shared purpose. From producing impactful media to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities, their work has always centred on humanity. In 2023, tired of the heaviness of social media, they built Blessn, an app where encouragement replaces negativity and faith replaces fear. This Teatime explores how technology can uplift, how friendship can fuel purpose, and how light can still rise in a digital world.Teatime isn't about a screen… It's about what we choose to put on it. Gerald Jones and Kevin Clark didn't wait for social media to change; they built what they wished existed.From Emmy-winning storytelling to caring for those often overlooked, these two friends carry one mission in everything they do: make it matter. And when they saw the world drowning in doom scrolling, they created Blessn a space for kindness, faith, and encouragement.Today, we're not just talking about an app. We're talking about hope… in your hand.”Teatime will remind us that change doesn't begin in code — it begins in courage. Gerald and Kevin didn't wait for permission to build something better. They followed conviction. Blessn proves light travels faster than fear when people choose purpose over popularity. This Teatime wasn't about escaping the world — it was about healing it, one scroll at a time.Gerald Jones and Kevin Clark are Emmy Award–winning creators, longtime business partners, and co-founders of the Blessn app. With over two decades of friendship, they've blended media, advocacy, and service for people with developmental disabilities into a mission rooted in compassion. Their work transforms technology into a tool for faith, encouragement, and connection.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#BlessnApp#FaithScroll#DigitalHealing#LightWinsblessnapp.com

    Miss Liz serves John Callas Director Golden Heart Teatime

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 64:18


    Miss Liz serves John Callas, Director Golden Heart Teatime GOLDEN HEART TEATIME with Miss Liz serves John Callas — Director • Writer • Producer • Mental Health Expert . Stories heal. Hearts remember. Purpose continues. December 5 | 5 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platformsMiss Liz doesn't serve a beverage; she serves real-life changemakers. This Golden Heart Teatime, she welcomes back John Callas, acclaimed director, writer, producer, and mental health expert. Together they explore When the Rain Stops a heartfelt journey through creativity, healing, and integrity — and what it truly means to bless the past and let it go. Perfect, for Miss Liz — what a Golden Heart Teatime this will be.John Callas is the embodiment of experience, resilience, and creative mastery, and his return to my Teatime table for December 5th5 PM EST, brings the month to a beautifully reflective close. His tee story of “Bless the past, then let it go” aligns perfectly with my message of transformation, legacy, and acceptance. When the Rain Stops: Finding Healing, Purpose, and Integrity Through Creativity, Liz will pour a cup of legacy, light, and reflection with John Callas, an award-winning director, writer, producer, and mental health advocate whose fifty-year career has touched every corner of the entertainment world. From Bobby's World to No Solicitors, from live-action trailers for A Few Good Men and Spaceballs to bestselling books like When the Rain Stops, John's work bridges film, faith, and the full human experience. His Golden Heart message Bless the past, then let it go reminds us that creativity is not about control but about surrender: to growth, to grace, and to the gifts life gives when we least expect them. As the Golden Heart Teatime closes, John Callas will remind us that success without soul is just noise.Through decades of creation, reinvention, and quiet courage, he's learned that integrity is not about perfection it's about presence. , You can't direct life's storms, but you can choose how you frame them.” — John Callas. May tonight's conversation inspire every listener to honour their past, embrace their truth, and accept the gifts hidden in every ending. When the rain stops, that's when the heart begins to grow again.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #GoldenHeartTeatime #MissLizsTEE #JohnCallas #WhenTheRainStops #IntegrityInArt #MentalHealthAwareness #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee #FilmmakerLegacy #HealingThroughStory New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! See lesswww.johncallas.com

    Miss Liz Serves: Paul Zohav Marriage & Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 60:31


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ — DECEMBER LINEUP December 4th, 7 PM EST PAUL ZOHAV, M.Ed.Teatime with Miss Liz Serves: Paul Zohav — Marriage & Communication Coach, Transforming Relationships Through Language. Words shape the home you love to live in. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.For this December Teatime, she serves Paul Zohav, M.Ed., a seasoned marriage and communication coach with over 30 years of experience helping couples rebuild trust, restore intimacy, and communicate with compassion.Paul's journey spans New York, Chicago, Israel, Central Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Seattle, and now Tucson, Arizona. With a master's degree in counselling education and decades as a chaplain, coach, and guide, Paul brings deep wisdom rooted in humanity, emotional intelligence, and the healing power of language. As the author of Marriage and Communication: Recipes for Life!, he teaches couples to strengthen their relationships through practical, heart-centred “communication recipes” designed for connection rather than conflict. Paul's, T-E-E is grounded in the belief that language is the house of being — that the words we choose shape our reality, influence our emotions, and open new futures through understanding, possibility, and “Yes, and…” Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz pours a cup of compassion, connection, and communication with Paul Zohav, M.Ed. — a relationship and communication coach who has spent over three decades restoring intimacy, rebuilding trust, and guiding couples toward healthier, more conscious love . Paul began his journey in Central Virginia as a domestic abuse counsellor, later becoming a professional chaplain in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, before fully stepping into marriage and communication coaching in Tucson, Arizona. His wisdom blends education, lived experience, emotional awareness, and a profound understanding of how language shapes our reality. With his book Marriage and Communication: Recipes for Life! and his signature teachings — Yes, and…, Seems, and Get-to vs. Got-to living — Paul empowers people to stop arguing over “whose truth is truer,” and instead build bridges that strengthen relationships . We will explore communication that heals, words that open new futures, and the emotional symphony of human connection. What an insightful and heart-opening Teatime with Paul Zohav — a conversation that reminded us that the quality of our relationships is shaped by the language we choose. Paul will show us how communication becomes a healing tool, how “Yes, and…” creates possibility, how “Seems” prevents unnecessary conflict, and how choosing a get-to mindset transforms obligation into opportunity. His compassion, clarity, and decades of experience poured powerful lessons into every moment. We will thank Paul for bringing wisdom, warmth, and emotional harmony to the Teatime table. And thank you to everyone joining live or on replay — you help continue this ripple of awareness, growth, and connection. Paul Zohav, M.Ed., is a marriage and communication coach with over 30 years of experience helping couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and restore intimacy. A former domestic abuse counsellor and chaplain, he authored Marriage and Communication: Recipes for Life! and now coaches clients worldwide from Tucson, Arizona.Paul Zohav — “Language, Love & the Emotional Architecture of Connection”#TeatimeWithMissLiz#PaulZohav#MarriageCoach#CommunicationMatters#RelationshipHealing

    Miss Liz Serves: Brad C. Anderson Science Fiction Author Ashme's Song

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 60:06


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ —Featuring: BRAD C. ANDERSONDecember 4th, 3 PM ESTScience Fiction Author & Explorer of Human ComplexityMiss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves a real-life changemaker. She serves Brad C. Anderson, Canadian science fiction author, business educator, biotech veteran, and researcher of “organizational wisdom” — a term most say shouldn't exist in the same sentence, yet . Brad proves otherwise with every story he tells. Brad's writing explores deeply flawed characters thrust into harsh, imaginative realities — where growth isn't optional, and humanity is tested through experience, pressure, and possibility. His novels Duatero and Ashme's Song have captured readers through immersive worlds. His short story Naïve Gods earned a longlisting for the 2017 Sunburst Award and contributed to the Aurora-nominated anthology Lazarus Risen. From the classroom to the cosmos, Brad invites us to question systems, push boundaries, and explore how we grow through flow, experience, and adversity. Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Miss Liz pours a cup of creativity, curiosity, and cosmic exploration with Brad C. Anderson — a science fiction author who dives deep into flawed characters and the messy, meaningful journeys they take through unpredictable worlds. Humour Brad brings a “chill” presence with a sharp, imaginative mind. He teaches undergraduate business in Vancouver, researches organizational wisdom, and once worked in biotech — legally making drugs for a living, as he loves to say. His blend of humor, intellect, and storytelling creates a unique lens on humanity, leadership, and resilience.His award-recognized short fiction, his acclaimed novels, and his bold approach to worldbuilding reflect his own T-E-E: Flow. Experience. Growth. Teatime will journey into worlds both real and imagined, and we will explore how adversity shapes identity, courage, and evolution. Brad will show us that flawed characters teach the greatest lessons, that impossible situations reveal our inner resilience, and that growth is often born from chaos, curiosity, and courage. His words, worlds, and wisdom leave us with new ways to think about leadership, life, and the stories we live every day. We will thank Brad for bringing his chill spirit, big imagination, and grounded insight to the Teatime table. And thank you to everyone who joined live or on replay, your presence continues the ripple. Brad C. Anderson is a Vancouver-based science fiction author, business educator, and former biotech professional. Known for exploring flawed characters in intense, imaginative worlds, his work includes two novels and award-winning short fiction. He researches organizational wisdom and blends humour, insight, and depth into every story he creates.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#ScienceFictionAuthor#CanadianWriters#StorytellingPower#MissLizTEE

    Miss Liz Serves Mitzi Ocasio Let's Think About It

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 66:45


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ — DECEMBER LINEUP Opening Guest • December 2nd, 7 PM EST Guest: Mitzi Ocasio — “Mindfulness, Mental Health & The Power of Conscious Thinking” Teatime with Miss Liz Serves: Mitzi Ocasio — Host of “Mitzi, Let's Think About It” & Advocate for Holistic Living. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage; she serves real-life changemakers.This December, she begins the month by serving Mitzi Ocasio, podcast host, holistic wellness advocate, psychology learner, and self-published author of four children's books. Mitzi brings a powerful blend of mindfulness, mental health awareness, and critical-thinking insight. Her work inspires people of all ages to pause, question, reflect, and create a healthier inner world one thought at a time. From raising two young boys in Wisconsin to running a transformative podcast, Mitzi's message is rooted in courage, curiosity, and character development. Her lens on mind, body, and spirit offers the perfect Teatime conversation to open December's healing season. Join us for a thoughtful, heart-centred evening that honours vulnerability, explores emotional intelligence, and reminds us that the words we choose shape the lives we live.Watch LIVE or catch the replay on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms.Miss Liz pours a cup of awareness, curiosity, and mindful living with Mitzi Ocasio, host of “Mitzi, Let's Think About It,” holistic wellness advocate, psychology mind, and self-published author making waves in the world of critical thinking. Mitzi brings open mind, open heart, and open soul energy to every conversation she leads. From mental health to emotional intelligence, from personal development to the power of positive thought, she has dedicated her life to understanding the connection between mind, body, and spirit. She's a mother, wife, storyteller, and a woman who believes deeply in using words with intention. Her vulnerability, honesty, and character development shape her mission to help others think differently, live consciously, and grow with purpose. Tonight, we dive into wellness, storytelling, motherhood, and the power of thought — all poured with grace, truth, and a whole lot of heart. Teatime with Mitzi Ocasio — will be a conversation rooted in curiosity, vulnerability, and the courage to think differently. Mitzi will remind us that mindfulness is a daily practice, emotional intelligence is a lifelong journey, and our thoughts hold the blueprint for the lives we create. Her insight into mind–body–spirit connection, her passion for teaching children, and her dedication to holistic living leave us with powerful reflections to carry forward. We will thank Mitzi for bringing open mind, open heart, and open soul energy to the table.And then thanks to everyone tuning in live or on the replay — for sharing another meaningful Teatime with Miss Liz.#TeatimeWithMissLiz#HolisticHealing#MindfulnessMatters#CriticalThinking#MissLizTEE

    Miss Liz Serves 4Time Returning Guest Zachary Hagen Eternity Chronicles Saga

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 60:36


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Zachary Hagen, Author of the Eternal Chronicles Series. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Zachary Hagen, Christian fantasy author of The Eternal Chronicles, as he returns to share Eternity's End, the powerful conclusion to his faith-filled saga of courage, light, and legacy. Tenacity. Evolution. Enchantment. November 25th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms, Beautiful, for Miss Liz Teatime— having Zachary Hagen return for Eternity's End brings the perfect close to my November lineup. His mix of faith-based fantasy, creativity, and legacy writing fits seamlessly with my Teatime message of storytelling as transformation.TopicEternity's End: Faith, Fantasy, and the Final Battle Between Light and Darkness IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of imagination, faith, and legacy with Zachary Hagen, Christian fantasy author and creator of The Eternal Chronicles Series. With the release of his fifth and final book, Eternity's End, Zachary closes an epic journey through light, darkness, and redemption — a world where dragons soar, faith is tested, and courage becomes the bridge between worlds. Influenced by Tolkien, Lewis, and Paolini, Zachary weaves timeless lessons of love, sacrifice, and hope into stories that remind us that good and evil are not distant myths — they're daily choices of the heart. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime closes, Zachary Hagen will remind us that every ending is just a new beginning in disguise. Through Eternity's End, he invites us to hold onto light when the world feels dim, to believe in redemption even when chaos rises, and to remember that imagination is one of faith's greatest languages.“The real fight is never outside of us—it's within. That's where eternity begins.” — Zachary HagenThis Teatime will remind every listener that storytelling isn't escape—it's revelation—and that tenacity, evolution, and enchantment are not just words, but ways of living.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #ZacharyHagen #EternitysEnd #TheEternalChronicles #FaithBasedFiction #ChristianFantasy #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TenacityEvolutionEnchantment #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee #FantasyAuthor

    Miss Liz Serves Bjorn Leesson Thalsparr Universe Lifelong Explorer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2025 61:51


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Bjorn Leesson — Creator of the Thalsparr Universe. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Bjorn Leesson, creator of the Thalsparr Universe — a storyteller, dreamer, and lifelong explorer proving that curiosity never grows old. From the paranormal to the poetic, Bjorn's imagination reminds us that the world's most extraordinary stories begin with a simple question: “What if?” November 21st, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Perfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Bjorn Leesson is such a fascinating addition to my November lineup! His curious mind, creative depth, and mix of intellect and imagination will bring a wonderfully reflective and slightly mysterious energy to Teatime. His “Forever Exploring Things” fits my brand's theme of awareness, discovery, and inner growth perfectly. TopicForever Exploring Things: Curiosity, Creation, and the Thalsparr Universe IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of curiosity, creativity, and complexity with Bjorn Leesson, the mind behind the Thalsparr Universe — a world born from wonder, history, and endless exploration. A lifelong learner and storyteller from South Carolina, Bjorn has spent decades studying everything from the paranormal to astronomy, from archeology to stock car racing. He calls himself “Forever Exploring Things” — and his imagination proves it. Through Runes of the Dokkrsdottir, the first book in his Thalsparr series, Bjorn invites readers into a universe where discovery is both the journey and the destination. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime closes, Bjorn Leesson will remind us that the world is still full of mystery — if only we stay curious enough to see it. His love for learning and storytelling shows that creativity never retires; it only evolves. Whether through history, stars, or stories, he proves that curiosity isn't a distraction — it's the bridge between the ordinary and the extraordinary.“I'm not complicated — I'm just forever exploring things.” — Bjorn Leesson May tonight's Teatime inspire you to keep asking questions, keep seeking beauty, and keep exploring the stories waiting in your own backyard.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #BjornLeesson #ThalsparrUniverse #RunesoftheDokkrsdottir #ForeverExploringThings #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #CuriosityAndCreation #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTeehttps://thalsparr1891.wixsite.com/home

    Miss Liz Serves Kate Assaraf Founder of Dip Already

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 61:02


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Kate Assaraf, Founder of DIP & Sustainability Disruptor. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Kate Assaraf, founder of DIP, the rebellious, sustainability-forward haircare brand redefining beauty without plastic or pretense. From breaking industry rules to building a community-powered business, Kate proves that you can be fierce, funny, and eco-smart—without selling out. November 20th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Perfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Kate Assaraf will bring a firecracker mix of truth, humour, and purpose to my Teatime table. Her energy, rebellious sustainability, and deep care for community perfectly complement my own mission of transformation and teaching awareness through authenticity. Topic: Redefining Beauty and Business: Reinvention, Rebellion, and Real Sustainability . Introduction Miss Liz will pour a cup of laughter, leadership, and liberation with Kate Assaraf, founder of DIP—a sustainability-forward haircare company rewriting the rules of beauty and business. After witnessing how the industry sold perfection instead of truth, Kate built DIP as a rebellion: no plastic, no paid influencers, and no manipulation—just high-performing, honest products made for real people.Named NJ Mompreneur of the Year and honoured by Oprah in 2025 for creating the Best Conditioner Bar for Curly Hair, Kate proves that sustainability isn't just an environmental choice—it's a mindset of resilience, reinvention, and radical honesty.She's not just redefining beauty. She's rebuilding the way we see ourselves and each other. Closing Summary As Teatime closes, Kate Assaraf reminds us that real beauty isn't filtered—it's fearless. Her journey from marketing executive to sustainability activist shows what's possible when you trade pretense for purpose and convenience for community.“You can care for the planet, your business, and yourself—all at once. You just have to stop asking permission.” — Kate AssarafMay tonight's Teatime remind you that reinvention is an act of courage, and that every choice—no matter how small—has the power to disrupt the world for good.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #KateAssaraf #DipAlready #SustainableBeauty #ReinventionActivist #RealisticSustainablePeople #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee #WomenInBusiness #EcoFriendlyLeadership

    Miss Liz Serves Joe Canfield Salty Ginger Talk Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 61:29


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Joe Canfield, Host of Salty Ginger Talk Podcast. Perfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Joe Canfield brings the kind of grounded wisdom and purpose-driven leadership that balances my Teatime lineup beautifully. His story as a husband, father, and host of Salty Ginger Talk offers a strong masculine perspective rooted in integrity, grit, and heart — perfect for my message of humanity and transformation. TopicToughness, Excellence, and Energy: Living with Purpose in Every Season of Life. Introduction: Miss Liz will pour a cup of grit, growth, and grounded leadership with Joe Canfield, host of the Salty Ginger Talk Podcast — a show where authenticity meets encouragement, and where life lessons turn into legacies. From Portland roots to Cleveland living, Joe has spent over 30 years leading with purpose — as a husband, father, athlete, and business professional. His message is simple but powerful: Live with Toughness, pursue Excellence, and bring Energy to everything you do. Joe doesn't just talk about success — he lives it through commitment, compassion, and consistency, proving that real strength is measured in character, not comfort. Closing Summary As the Teatime closes, Joe will remind us that purpose isn't found — it's built. Through marriage, family, and leadership, he shows that life's greatest victories come not from avoiding the storms but from learning how to stand tall through them.“If you're not pursuing what you believe in with everything you've got, you're only living half your life.” — Joe CanfieldMay tonight's Teatime inspire you to live fully, lead boldly, and carry your own brand of toughness, excellence, and energy into every corner of your life. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Joe Canfield, host of the Salty Ginger Talk Podcast, whose wisdom on toughness, excellence, and energy will challenge you to live with more purpose and passion. From family to faith, business to balance, Joe reminds us that leadership starts within.November 18 | 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #JoeCanfield #SaltyGingerTalk #Leadership #ToughnessExcellenceEnergy #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #PurposeDrivenLife #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee

    Miss Liz Serve Ciara Lewis Fierce & Fearless Magazine

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 60:51


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Ciara Lewis, Publisher of Fierce & Fearless Entrepreneur Magazine. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Ciara Lewis, publisher of Fierce & Fearless Entrepreneur Magazine, whose journey from survivor to visionary redefines what it means to lead with courage. Be You. Be Bold. Be Fierce. Be Fearless. Be UNSTOPPABLE. November 17th, 3 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platformsPerfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Ciara Lewis brings pure power and purpose to my November Teatime lineup. Her story of rising from trauma to empowerment through Fierce & Fearless Entrepreneur Magazine perfectly mirrors my brand's mission of healing through storytelling and unapologetic truth. TopicFrom Survivor to Publisher: Leading Fearlessly and Amplifying Women's Voices. Introduction: Miss Liz will pour a cup of boldness, bravery, and transformation with Ciara Lewis, publisher of Fierce & Fearless Entrepreneur Magazine, a platform dedicated to amplifying women's stories and celebrating real courage. From surviving domestic violence and sexual abuse to leading a global movement of authenticity and empowerment, Ciara has turned pain into purpose and silence into strength.Through her mantra—Be You, Be Bold, Be Fierce, Be Fearless, Be UNSTOPPABLE—Ciara inspires others to live without apology and lead with heart. Her T-E-A—Tolerance, Encouragement, and Acceptance—brews the kind of leadership the world needs most: fearless, compassionate, and real. Closing Summary As the Teatime closes, Ciara Lewis will leave us with this truth: Fearless doesn't mean unafraid—it means rising anyway. Through her magazine and mission, Ciara shows that storytelling heals not only the speaker but the listener, reminding us that we are stronger together when every voice is honoured.“Your past doesn't define you—your purpose does.” — Ciara LewisMay tonight's Teatime inspire you to be bold in your truth, fearless in your voice, and unstoppable in your mission.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #CiaraLewis #FierceAndFearless #WomenEmpowerment #SurvivorToLeader #TeachingEducationalAwareness #ToleranceEncouragementAcceptance #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #FearlessLeadership #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTeehttps://fierceandfearlessentrepreneur.com/

    Miss Liz Serves Gerry Linarducci EYECAN Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 61:15


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Gerry Linarducci, Founder of EYECAN Coaching. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage—she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Gerry Linarducci, founder of EYECAN Coaching, a passionate coach helping leaders turn discipline into freedom and gratitude into growth. From Uruguay to Indianapolis, Gerry proves that when you lead with the right Treat, Energy, and Attitude, you truly can achieve anything. November 14th, 3 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platformsPerfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Gerry Linarducci will bring powerful energy to my November Teatime. His EYECAN Coaching message of clarity, mindset, and gratitude aligns beautifully with my T-E-E mission of self-investment and transformation. TopicMindset, Discipline, and the Power of How You Treat, Energize, and Approach Life. Introduction: Miss Liz will pour a cup of energy, purpose, and possibility with Gerry Linarducci, founder of EYECAN Coaching and a passionate business and mindset leader who believes the right attitude can change everything. From his beginnings in Uruguay to his coaching practice in Indianapolis, Gerry has spent decades guiding entrepreneurs and professionals to replace limits with leadership and doubt with discipline. Through his signature T-E-A — Treat, Energy, Attitude — he teaches that how you show up each day determines how far you go. His message: “You only die once, but you live every day—so live it with gratitude, patience, and heart.” Closing Summary As the Teatime closes, Gerry will remind us that mindset is not what you know—it's how you grow. With passion, purpose, and positivity, he challenges us to treat others with kindness, protect our energy, and approach life with gratitude. Because every choice, every thought, every act of patience becomes the foundation of a legacy that lasts.“Your life can change in an instant—so choose each instant with intention.” — Gerry Linarducci May tonight's Teatime inspire you to reset your energy, reframe your attitude, and remember that within every ‘I can't' lives an ‘EYECAN..'#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #GerryLinarducci #EYECANCoaching #MindsetCoach #LeadershipDevelopment #TreatEnergyAttitude #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee. New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount

    Miss Liz Serves Dr.Kirsten Viola Harrison I/Sean Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 62:13


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison — Trauma Psychologist • Author • Founder of Soul Wise Solutions. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage—she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison, trauma psychologist and author of I, Sean/a: The Story of a Homeless Intersex Woman Who Inspired a Community. Together, we explore trauma, identity, and the power of compassion—how one woman's courage sparked a movement for dignity and inclusion. Together • Empowering • Authenticity November 13th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms Beautiful, for Miss Liz Teatime — this is such a powerful guest .Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison brings together psychology, soul healing, and social justice, perfectly aligning with my Teatime's legacy of transformation through storytelling. Teatime with Miss Liz serves Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison — Trauma Psychologist, • Author, • Founder of Soul Wise Solutions. Topic, Sean/a: A Homeless Intersex Woman's Journey from Trauma to Truth. Introduction: Liz will pour a cup of compassion, courage, and truth with Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison, trauma psychologist, author, and founder of Soul Wise Solutions. For more than 35 years, Dr. Harrison has helped people navigate profound psychological and spiritual transitions—from complex PTSD to near-death experiences. Her new book, I, Sean/a: The Story of a Homeless Intersex Woman Who Inspired a Community, co-authored with Sean/a Smith, tells the real-life story of an intersex woman living with schizophrenia who rose from homelessness to hope. Through her work, Dr. Harrison invites us to move beyond labels and stigma—to see the humanity, the resilience, and the light that exists in every soul brave enough to be seen. Closing Summary as The Teatime closes, Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison will remind us that healing is not fixing what's broken—it's remembering what was always whole. Her friendship with Sean/a teaches that resilience grows through connection, and that beauty lives inside personal truth—even when the world tries to silence it.“When we listen with compassion, we become part of another person's healing—and our own.” — Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison May tonight's Teatime inspire you to meet difference with dignity, to lead with authenticity, and to believe that every story—no matter how painful—can become a catalyst for hope.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #DrKirstenViolaHarrison #ISeanA #SoulWiseSolutions #TraumaHealing #IntersexAwareness #ResilienceThroughConnection #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://soulwisesolutions.com/https://soulwisesolutions.com/

    Miss Liz Serve Returning Guest Terry Tucker Four Truths and A Lie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 60:26


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Terry Tucker — Author • Speaker • Cancer Warrior. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Terry Tucker, author of Four Truths and a Lie: Ancient Wisdom for Living Your Modern Purpose. From basketball courts to SWAT negotiations to 13 years as a cancer warrior, Terry's journey redefines what it means to live with courage, purpose, and sustainable excellence. Strength. Faith. Mindset. November 13 | 3 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms, perfect for Miss Liz Teatime— Terry Tucker's story radiates strength, purpose, and authenticity. His journey from athlete and SWAT negotiator to cancer warrior and motivational author fits beautifully with my Teatime message of resilience and transformation. TopicFour Truths and a Lie: Ancient Wisdom for Living Your Modern Purpose IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of courage, truth, and transformation with Terry Tucker, author, speaker, and lifelong warrior whose story defines resilience in motion. From NCAA basketball to SWAT negotiations, and now over a decade as a cancer warrior, Terry's life has been a masterclass in perseverance, faith, and mindset. His latest book, Four Truths and a Lie: Ancient Wisdom for Living Your Modern Purpose, distills the lessons he's lived—reminding us that life's hardest battles reveal our greatest strength. Terry doesn't just teach excellence—he embodies it, showing the world that purpose is not found in what we lose, but in what we choose to rise for.Let's get Terry in here and spill his real-life tee. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime closes, Terry will leave us with a message as strong as his spirit: the body may weaken, but the will can grow stronger than ever. Through every chapter—from athlete to author, from negotiator to survivor—he proves that courage isn't the absence of fear, but the daily decision to face it with faith and focus.“You can't always control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond—and that's where purpose begins.” — Terry Tucker. May tonight's conversation remind us all that strength is not in perfection, but in persistence—and that every day we wake up and choose to keep fighting, we're already extraordinary.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #TerryTucker #FourTruthsAndALie #SustainableExcellence #MindsetMatters #Resilience #CancerWarrior #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://www.motivationalcheck.com/

    Miss Liz Serves Returning Guest Joel McKay Fantasy and Horror

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 60:18


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Joel McKay — Award-Winning Author, Journalist & Executive. Humour Miss Liz doesn't serve beverages — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Joel McKay, award-winning author of Wolf at the Door and The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan. A conversation filled with funny, magic, and father-and-son moments, exploring the monsters we make, the humor that heals, and the stories that keep us human. November 11th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Perfect for Miss Liz Teatime— Joel McKay brings a fresh, creative energy to your November Teatime lineup. His mix of humour, horror, and heart — especially the father-son thread in The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan — will make this a dynamic and insightful episode that blends storytelling, imagination, and real-world reflection. TopicThe Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan: Humour, Humanity, and the Monsters We Make IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of imagination, mischief, and magic with Joel McKay — award-winning author, journalist, and executive from Northern British Columbia. Known for his darkly funny, fast-paced fiction (Wolf at the Door, It Came from the Trees), Joel now takes readers on a wild new adventure with his upcoming novel The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan — a father-and-son heist set in a crumbling mountain city full of traps, monsters, and unexpected heart. With humour as sharp as his prose, Joel proves that even in the strangest worlds, the most dangerous battles are the ones fought inside ourselves. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime ends, Joel McKay will remind us that fantasy isn't an escape — it's a reflection. Through sarcasm, sword fights, and soul, he invites us to laugh at our flaws, confront our fears, and rediscover the magic hidden in every messy relationship — especially between fathers and sons.“Even the worst people can do the right thing … eventually.” — Joel McKay, The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of RoanMay tonight's Teatime remind you that humour heals, imagination reveals, and storytelling keeps humanity alive — one word, one laugh, one brave act at a time.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #JoelMcKay #TheDungeoneersAndTheTreasureOfRoan #FantasyAuthor #CanadianWriters #WolfAtTheDoor #ItCameFromTheTrees #StorytellingWithHeart #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount!  https://www.joelmckay.ca/

    Miss Liz serves Shamayne Olivia Kotfas Founder of Shoes That Fit Her Soul, LLC

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 62:09


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Shamayne Olivia Kotfas — Author, Speaker & Founder of Shoes That Fit Her Soul, LLC Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Shamayne Olivia Kotfas, author, coach, and founder of Shoes That Fit Her Soul, LLC. From trauma to transformation, Shamayne guides women through eight steps to reclaim their sense of self, rediscover their voice, and step boldly into their light. Calm. Authentic. Curious.Because healing begins when we remember who we are. November 11th, 3 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime Beautiful, for Miss Liz Teatime — Shamayne Olivia Kotfas fits perfectly into my healing and empowerment Teatime lineup. Her story of rediscovery and authenticity blends seamlessly with your Transcend • Embrace • Envision message. TopicEight Steps to Reclaim Your Sense of Self: Discover Your Voice and Step Into Your Light IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of self-discovery, truth, and transformation with Shamayne Olivia Kotfas, author, speaker, and founder of Shoes That Fit Her Soul, LLC. After decades of asking one powerful question—“Who am I?”—Shamayne turned her journey of self-reclamation into a roadmap for others through her signature workshop and upcoming book, Eight Steps to Reclaim Your Sense of Self. Drawing from her corporate career and personal experience with generational trauma, Shamayne helps women find their voice, heal emotional wounds, and rediscover the fun, authentic, and curious parts of themselves they thought were lost. She reminds us that the path to peace isn't about becoming someone new—it's about coming home to who we've always been. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime closes, Shamayne will leave us with this truth: you can't heal by becoming smaller—you heal by standing in your own light. Through her eight transformative steps, she shows us that reclaiming identity begins with curiosity, grows through authenticity, and blossoms when we allow ourselves to have fun again.“When you wear shoes that fit your soul, every step forward feels like freedom.” — Shamayne Olivia Kotfas. May tonight's conversation remind you to pause, breathe, and begin again—one honest step closer to the woman you were always meant to be.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #ShamayneOliviaKotfas #ShoesThatFitHerSoul #ReclaimYourself #FindYourVoice #StepIntoYourLight #HealingJourney #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount!  OnlineLive Videohttps://shoesthatfithersoul.com/

    Miss Liz Serves Cher Olivos BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Centre

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 60:06


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Cher Olivos BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Center. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage—she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Cher Olivos, owner of BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Center, who helps women turn burnout into balance and rediscover joy through holistic healing. From postpartum struggle to empowerment, Cher's journey reminds us that true wellness starts within. Transform • Empower • Awaken November 10th 3 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platformsPerfect, for Miss Liz Teatime—Cher Olivos is a phenomenal guest for my November Teatime lineup. Her message of Transform • Empower • Awaken aligns beautifully with my brand's healing and self-investment philosophy. TopicFrom Burnout to Balance: Healing from the Inside Out IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of balance, truth, and transformation with Cher Olivos, the heart and founder behind BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Center in Southern California. From burnout to balance, Cher turned personal struggle into purpose after postpartum challenges and loss led her to discover the healing power of hormonal harmony. Through holistic, non-medical solutions, she helps women reclaim energy, confidence, and joy—proving that wellness is never just skin-deep.Her T-E-A—Transform • Empower • Awaken—reflects not only her mission but her life: to help every woman become the balanced, radiant version of herself she was always meant to be. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime ends, Cher will remind us that healing isn't about perfection—it's about peace. Through her work, she shows women that transformation begins the moment they stop fixing the surface and start honouring what's within.From burnout to balance, from depletion to purpose, Cher Olivos invites us all to awaken to the woman we were created to be—whole, strong, and at home in our own skin.“When you restore your inner harmony, everything else naturally finds its rhythm.” — Cher Olivos. May tonight's conversation be your permission slip to slow down, breathe deep, and begin again—balanced from the inside out.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #CherOlivos #BeBalancedHormoneCenter #TransformEmpowerAwaken #FromBurnoutToBalance #HolisticHealing #MidlifeWellness #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTEE New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount!  https://bebalancedla.com/

    Miss Liz Serves Richard Skipper Celebrates You

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 60:12


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ November 6 | 7 PM ESTGuest: Richard Skipper — Entertainer • Storyteller • Legacy Keeper Title:Richard Skipper Celebrates: Where Legacy Meets Presence Tagline:When stories are shared with heart, legacy becomes alive in the moment. Teatime Topic:Miss Liz welcomes the incomparable Richard Skipper, an award-winning entertainer, storyteller, and legacy artist whose career has spanned more than four decades on both U.S. and U.K. stages. Together, they'll explore how storytelling preserves history, how joy and authenticity shape performance, and why connection—not perfection—is what makes a life and legacy last. Description:In this special Teatime, Richard Skipper brings his lifetime of performance, passion, and purpose to the table. Known for his acclaimed Hello, Dolly! tributes, friendship with Carol Channing, and his celebrated platform, Richard Skipper Celebrates, Richard has built a career devoted to honouring the people behind the spotlight. Once a famed impersonator, Richard has evolved into a truth-telling storyteller who now weaves memoir, music, and audience connection into his shows and workshops. From Everything You've Always Wanted to Know About Richard Skipper (But Were Afraid to Ask) to his heartfelt Carol Channing Tributes, he invites audiences into an unscripted experience of laughter, memory, and meaning. Whether onstage or off, Richard continues to uplift others through art, mentorship, and advocacy for the entertainment community. His mission: to make sure no story—or soul—is forgotten. IntroductionTeatime with Miss Liz, we welcome a man whose heart beats to the rhythm of Broadway and humanity alike — Richard Skipper.Tributes honouring For 46 years, Richard has captivated audiences as an entertainer, storyteller, and legacy keeper, bringing joy, music, and memory together in every performance. From his legendary Hello, Dolly!Tributeshonouringhonours to his work, Tributes honouring icons like Carol Channing and Jerry Herman, Richard reminds us that storytelling is not just about entertainment — it's about preserving the heartbeats of those who came before us.So let's pour a cup, share a laugh, and celebrate the beauty of legacy through the stories that connect us all.” Closing Summary“It will be a beautiful evening with the ever-inspiring Richard Skipper — a true reminder that when we honor where we've been, we illuminate where we're going.Richard's journey will show us that storytelling is love in action, a gift that bridges generations and keeps the light of the arts alive.I will thank Richard for reminding us that legacy is not something left behind — it's something we live, celebrate, and pass forward with every story shared.”Richard Skipper is an award-winning entertainer, storyteller, and legacy artist celebrated for his Hello, Dolly! Tributes and his platform, Richard Skipper Celebrates. With 46 years in entertainment, he continues to preserve Broadway history and inspire audiences through heartfelt performance, community connection, and his enduring love for storytelling and the arts.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #RichardSkipper #RichardSkipperCelebrates #LegacyKeeper #StorytellingWithHeart #HelloDolly #BroadwayLegacy #Entertainer #MissLizTEE #TeachingEducationalAwareness #ArtsAndHumanity #PreserveTheArts #ConnectionThroughStorytelling #GoldenHeartTeatime #CelebratingLegacywww.richardskipper.com

    Miss Liz Serve Liisa Kovala Like Water for Weary Souls

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 60:39


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ November 4th | 7 PM ESTGuest: Liisa Kovala — Author • Book Coach • Podcaster Title:Like Water for Weary Souls: Writing Through Memory, Mystery, and Sisterhood Tagline:Where history meets heart, and the currents of truth run deeper than the surface we see. Teatime Topic:Miss Liz welcomes Liisa Kovala, a Finnish Canadian author and book coach, for a robust conversation on storytelling, heritage, and healing through words. Together, they'll explore her upcoming historical novel Like Water for Weary Souls — a tale of family, grief, and courage in Depression-era Northern Ontario — and how writing helps preserve both memory and humanity. Description:In this heartfelt evening, Teatime, Miss Liz sits down with Liisa Kovala, an award-nominated author whose stories echo across generations. Her latest novel, Like Water for Weary Souls (House of Karhu, 2025), transports readers to the haunting beauty of Northern Ontario, where immigrant sisters navigate love, loss, and the secrets that shape their survival. Liisa's earlier works — Sisu's Winter War (2022) and Surviving Stutthof: My Father's Memories Behind the Death Gate (2017) — reveal her dedication to preserving the truths of history through deeply personal narratives. Her writing bridges heritage, heart, and hope, drawing from her Finnish roots and the landscapes that inspire her. As an author, book coach, and podcaster, Liisa empowers others to find their voice and tell the stories that matter most. IntroductionTeatime with Miss Liz, I welcome a storyteller whose words flow like water — deep, reflective, and full of truth. My guest, Liisa Kovala, is a Finnish Canadian author, book coach, and podcaster whose novels explore love, loss, heritage, and the quiet strength of survival.Her latest work, Like Water for Weary Souls, transports readers to a Northern Ontario mining town, where they are immersed in mystery, grief, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood.Together, we'll uncover how stories not only honour the past but heal the soul — one truth at a time.” Closing Summary“What a profound and moving conversation it will be with Liisa Kovala. Her storytelling will remind us that truth flows like water — sometimes calm, sometimes turbulent, but constantly shaping the soul.Through her words, she gives voice to memory, courage, and the hidden strength that can be found in love and loss. Will give thanks to Liisa, for bringing your heart and heritage to the Teatime table and for reminding us that storytelling is not just what we write — it's what we live, feel, and pass on.”Liisa Kovala is a Finnish Canadian author, book coach, and podcaster. Her novels include Surviving Stutthof, Sisu's Winter War, and Like Water for Weary Souls (2025). Inspired by her Finnish roots and Northern Ontario's rugged landscape, Liisa writes stories of resilience, love, and the courage to face untold truths.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #LiisaKovala #LikeWaterForWearySouls #HistoricalFiction #StorytellingForHealing #CanadianAuthors #FinnishHeritage #WomenWriters #BookCoach #WritingThroughPain #MissLizTEE #TeachingEducationalAwareness #ResilienceAndTruth #AuthorsOfCourage #HealingThroughStorytellin

    Miss Liz Serve Diann Floyd Boehm "Ruby Takes Chicago"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 60:18


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ November 4th | 3 PM ESTGuest: Diann Floyd Boehm — Author, Speaker & Livestream Host Title:Embrace Imagination: Storytelling that Inspires Kindness, Peace, and Possibility Tagline:Through imagination, we rediscover the child within and the humanity we share. Teatime Topic:Miss Liz welcomes award-winning international author and humanitarian Diann Floyd Boehm for a conversation about creativity, kindness, and the impact of storytelling across generations. Together, they'll explore how imagination connects hearts, fosters peace, and reminds us all of the magic found in being kind. Description:In this inspiring Teatime, Diann Floyd Boehm joins Miss Liz to celebrate the power of imagination and compassion in storytelling. From children's literature to historical fiction, Diann's books encourage readers of all ages to believe in themselves and embrace kindness as a way of life.As co-host of Royally Confidential on USA Global TV & Radio, Diann brings grace, humour, and a global lens to her creative work — shaped by her experiences living in the Philippines and Dubai. A wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelong humanitarian, Diann believes imagination is a bridge that unites the world through love, creativity, and hope. IntroductionTeatime with Miss Liz, I'm honoured to share the table with Diann Floyd Boehm — an award-winning international author, speaker, and humanitarian whose stories remind us that kindness and imagination have the power to change the world. From children's books to historical fiction, Diann's writing uplifts readers to embrace peace, creativity, and self-love. A teacher at heart and a storyteller by soul, Diann inspires communities around the globe — and today, she joins us to pour her wisdom, warmth, and wonder into the cup of T-E-A.” Closing Summary“It will be a heartwarming conversation with Diann Floyd Boehm — a true reminder that storytelling is both an art and a service to humanity.Diann's message of kindness and imagination calls each of us to live with open hearts and creative spirits. As we sip on her stories today, may we carry forward the lesson that imagination isn't just for children — it's a healing bridge for the soul. Will give thanks to Diann for pouring your light into Teatime.”Diann Floyd Boehm is an award-winning international author, speaker, and livestream host whose work inspires kindness, peace, and self-love. Her children's books and historical fiction celebrate imagination and humanity. A global citizen, wife, mother, and grandmother, Diann continues to uplift communities through storytelling and creative connection.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #DiannFloydBoehm #EmbraceImagination #StorytellingForPeace #InspiringKindness #GlobalStoryteller #AuthorsOfHope #MissLizTEE #TeachingEducationalAwareness #CreativityHeals #KindnessMatters #HealingThroughStories #WomenAuthors #GlobalVoices #LivestreamHost

    Miss Liz Serve Corey Dissin The Shawshank Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 60:05


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ November 3rd | 7 PM ESTGuest: Corey Dissin — High-Performance Coach • Branding Strategist • “Business Bodyguard” Title:The Shawshank Plan: Chipping Away at Success with Purpose, Power, and Persistence Tagline:Success isn't about speed — it's about consistency, courage, and how you use your time left. Teatime Topic:A single, instead, Miss Liz welcomes Corey Dissin, the no-nonsense Business Bodyguard, for a powerhouse Tea Time on mindset, consistency, and the discipline behind true success. Together, they'll dive into his renowned Shawshank Plan — a system for transforming massive goals into daily actions — and discuss how his philosophy of QTL (Quality Time Left) reshapes how we approach business, purpose, and life itself. Description: Overcome. In this empowering Teatime, Corey Dissin will bring decades of experience in media, marketing, and leadership to the table. Known as the Business Bodyguard, Corey has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and personal brands break through fear, organize chaos, and establish sustainable systems that scale. With his signature framework — The Shawshank Plan — Corey teaches that success isn't a single, big leap, but rather the result of showing up every day and chipping away at your vision until it becomes a reality. His mindset of QTL (Quality Time Left) challenges entrepreneurs to stop wasting time on distractions and start using every moment with intention. Through Tactical Empowerment Accountability, Corey blends actionable strategy with tough love — empowering individuals to take consistent, measurable steps toward their goals while holding them accountable to see it through. Whether you're stuck in the walls of fear or ready to break through to your next level, Corey's mission is clear: Work hard. Work smart. Make it count. IntroductionTeatime with Miss Liz, we're bringing some serious fire to the table with Corey Dissin — the no-nonsense coach, branding strategist, and ‘Business Bodyguard' who's redefining how entrepreneurs build success.From media and marketing to mindset and mastery, Corey's approach is both tactical and transformational. His Shawshank Plan, inspired by The Shawshank Redemption, shows us how to chip away at our biggest dreams one day at a time — while his QTL mindset reminds us that every second counts.If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or ready to break through the walls of fear, this is your Teatime. So pour a strong cup and get ready for real talk, real strategy, and real accountability.” Closing Summary“What an energetic and empowering Teatime with Corey Dissin it will be — a true reminder that success isn't built in one big moment, but in every small, consistent action we take.Corey's message challenges us to stop waiting for perfect timing and start using the time we have left to make an impact. We will give thanks to Corey for reminding us that with clarity, courage, and consistency, we can all go the ‘Diss-tance.'”Corey Dissin is a high-performance coach, branding strategist, and the no-nonsense “Business Bodyguard” behind hundreds of personal brands. Creator of The Shawshank Plan and author of Going the Distance, Corey empowers entrepreneurs through tactical strategy, accountability, and his QTL mindset — reminding them to make every moment count.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #CoreyDissin #TheShawshankPlan #GoingTheDisstance #BusinessBodyguard #EntrepreneurMindset #QTL #QualityTimeLeft #TeachingEducationalAwareness #MissLizTEE #Accountability #TacticalLeadership #MotivationalTalk #MindsetMatters #WorkHardWorkSmartwww.coreydissin.com

    Miss Liz Serve Amy Chinian My Hair Helpers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 60:53


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ November 3rd | 3 PM ESTGuest: Amy Chinian — Founder & Visionary of My Hair Helpers • Philanthropist • Faith-Based Entrepreneur Title:My Hair Helpers: Faith, Family, and Turning a Red Picnic Basket into a Legacy Tagline:When faith fuels purpose, even life's most significant challenges can become your greatest calling. Teatime Topic:Miss Liz welcomes Amy Chinian, visionary founder of My Hair Helpers and Lice Free Forever Charity, for a robust conversation about resilience, faith, and transformation. From a single red picnic basket to five thriving salon locations, Amy's journey proves that purpose can grow from adversity — and that compassion can build both community and business. In this inspiring Teatime, Amy Chinian will share how a personal struggle became the foundation of her life's work. While pregnant with her fifth child, Amy and her children contracted head lice — an overwhelming experience that sparked her mission to create safe, chemical-free, family-friendly solutions. When the 2007 recession hit, Amy's family lost their home and income. Rather than give up, she leaned into her faith and resilience, launching My Hair Helpers from her living room with only a red picnic basket filled with homemade products and a heart to help others . Through kindness, integrity, and a deep sense of purpose, Amy built My Hair Helpers into Southern California's leading hair-care company — now operating five salon locations, a nationwide product line, and a nonprofit serving underserved communities locally and abroad. Her Lice Free Forever Charity provides free care to families affected by hardship, orphanages in the Philippines, and children displaced by natural disasters. Amy's story is a shining example of faith in action — transforming adversity into empowerment and business into service. Introduction: Teatime with Miss Liz, we're sharing a story of faith, family, and transformation with Amy Chinian, the visionary founder of My Hair Helpers.From a single red picnic basket to a nationwide business, Amy turned her family's challenge into a legacy of hope — creating safe, compassionate solutions for families while giving back through her Lice Free Forever Charity. Her journey is one of courage and creativity, proving that when faith leads the way, even the most challenging seasons can blossom into purpose.So pour yourself a cup, open your heart, and join us for a Teatime that celebrates perseverance, compassion, and the power of doing business with love.” Closing Summary: “What an uplifting and faith-filled Teatime it will be with Amy Chinian — a woman whose journey reminds us that purpose often begins in the most challenging moments.Her story will show us that business success means more when it's built on service, compassion, and heart.We will give thanks to Amy for sharing her light, your faith, and your story with us. You will remind us that even a red picnic basket can hold the seeds of a legacy when it's filled with love and courage.”Amy Chinian is the founder and visionary behind My Hair Helpers, Southern California's top-rated hair-care company. From humble beginnings during hardship, Amy turned faith into action, growing her business and nonprofit, Lice Free Forever Charity, into a legacy of compassion that empowers families locally and worldwide.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #AmyChinian #MyHairHelpers #FaithInAction #EntrepreneurshipWithHeart #TeachingEducationalAwareness #MissLizTEE #ResilienceAndFaith #FamilyBusiness #WomenInLeadership #LiceFreeForeverCharity #CompassionDrivenSuccess #InspiringStories #HealingThroughService #OneCupAtATimewww.myhairhelpers.com

    Miss Liz serves Whitney Dueñas Richardson Founder of Global Sprouts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 60:30


    Teatime with Miss Liz serves Whitney Dueñas Richardson & Global Sprouts:October 30th, 3 pm EST, TopicPlanting Seeds of Empathy: Raising Globally-Minded Kids Through Culture and Storytelling Title“Global Sprouts: Whitney Dueñas Richardson on Educating the Next Generation with Cultural Curiosity” Tagline“From living rooms to the world—helping children grow into kind, curious, and culturally aware humans.” DescriptionWhitney Dueñas Richardson, a CHamoru and Dutch mother, is the founder of Global Sprouts, a cultural education company dedicated to helping families raise globally minded kids. After travelling to 30+ countries, Whitney saw that connection grows not from landmarks, but from people, traditions, and everyday life. Through monthly activity boxes filled with crafts, stories, and cultural experiences, Global Sprouts empowers families to plant the seeds of empathy, curiosity, and artistic appreciation early—ensuring the next generation thrives as compassionate global citizens. IntroductionTeatime welcomes Whitney Dueñas Richardson, entrepreneur, storyteller, and cultural connector. Born and raised in Guam and now living in the mainland U.S., Whitney draws on her CHamoru and Dutch heritage, global travels, and resilience through personal adversity to inspire families. As the founder of Global Sprouts, she is planting seeds of empathy and curiosity in children through hands-on cultural discovery. Whitney's journey reflects the power of storytelling, the importance of family experiences, and the hope of raising a generation of globally aware and compassionate humans. Closing SummaryWhitney Dueñas Richardson will remind us that the world grows smaller and kinder when we begin teaching cultural connection at an early age. With her heritage and travels to over 30 countries, she helps families raise globally minded children. Through Global Sprouts, she turns curiosity into compassion, storytelling into education, and childhood experiences into lifelong empathy. Her work shows that raising children to value culture is planting hope for tomorrow.#GlobalSprouts#WhitneyDuenasRichardson#RaisingGlobalCitizens#CulturalConnection#SeedsOfEmpathy 50-Word Mini BioWhitney Dueñas Richardson is a CHamoru and Dutch mom, entrepreneur, and founder of Global Sprouts. Drawing from her heritage and travels to 30+ countries, she helps families raise globally-minded kids through storytelling, cultural activities, and discovery. Her mission: plant the seeds of empathy, curiosity, and connection in the next generationwww.globalsprouts.com

    Miss Liz Serves Gregory Children and Youth Organization

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 53:05


    Miss Liz's Teatim,e October 29th 7 pm ESTGregory Children and Youth Organization: TopicBack to School, Back to Hope: Empowering Uganda's Children Through Education Title“Education as the Great Engine: Nancy Kimumwe on Youth Empowerment in Uganda” Tagline“Providing tools, support, and community so every child can thrive in school and in life.” DescriptionEducation is the foundation of transformation, and in Uganda, it remains a lifeline for children's futures. Representing the Gregory Children and Youth Organization, Nancy Kimumwe is passionate about ensuring that students and teachers have the resources they need to succeed. Through their annual Back to School Campaign, the organization provides free school supplies, promotes educational inclusion, and creates supportive environments where disadvantaged children can thrive. With a focus on sports empowerment, education, and youth development, the organization embodies its mission to impact, engage, and uplift communities through education. IntroductionTeatime welcomes Nancy Kimumwe, a dedicated leader representing the Gregory Children and Youth Organization in Uganda. Known for her passion for serving God's people, Nancy has made education her mission—championing access, resources, and empowerment for children and teachers across her community. As Uganda prepares to enter its third school term, Nancy brings a vital perspective on why back-to-school campaigns matter and how education transforms lives, families, and communities. Closing SummaryNancy Kimumwe will remind us that education is more than lessons in a classroom—it's the gateway to opportunity, hope, and empowerment. Through the Gregory Children and Youth Organization's Back to School Campaign, disadvantaged students gain not only supplies but also the belief that they matter. Education, empowerment, and community remain at the heart of their mission.#NancyKimumwe#GregoryChildrenAndYouth#BackToSchoolCampaign#YouthEmpowermentUganda#EducationForAllFind more about them on their YouTube and X channels.

    Miss Liz Serve Karrie Emms Brushstrokes of Resilience

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 62:05


    Teatime with Miss Liz Serves Karrie Emms: Path to Healing With Art TopicTransform • Empower • Art: Creativity as a Pathway to Healing and Resilience. Title“Brushstrokes of Resilience: Karrie Emms on Healing Through Art” Tagline“Turning pain into possibility through creativity, courage, and connection.” DescriptionKarrie Emms is an author, artist, and speaker dedicated to using creativity as a catalyst for healing, empowerment, and transformation. She is the founder and Executive Director of Gateway & Nick's Place in North Bay, Ontario, a youth arts and leadership hub created in memory of her nephew Nicholas. Through workshops, programs, and her upcoming Gateway Academy, Karrie empowers youth and communities to transform grief into growth and build resilience through art. IntroductionTeatime welcomes Karrie Emms, a resilient creator and visionary leader who has built her life's work around transforming loss into legacy. As the founder of Gateway & Nick's Place, she provides a safe space where art, mentorship, and belonging intersect to uplift youth and communities. With programs like Growing Through Dirt and Artful Alchemy, Karrie uses creativity as a bridge from pain to possibility. Her work reflects her deep belief that through art, we can empower ourselves and others to heal, grow, and thrive. Closing SummaryKarrie Emms will remind us that resilience is not born from the absence of pain but from the courage to transform it. Through Gateway & Nick's Place and her creative workshops, she equips youth and communities with tools to embrace healing and empowerment. Her journey proves that art has the power to turn endings into beginnings. Karrie Emms is an author, artist, and speaker who transforms grief into growth through creativity. Founder of Gateway & Nick's Place, a youth arts and leadership hub in North Bay, she develops programs and workshops that empower youth and communities to heal, connect, and thrive. Her mission: Transform • Empower • Art.#KarrieEmms#GatewayAndNicksPlace#CreativityForHealing#BrushstrokesOfResilience#TransformEmpowerArthttps://karrieemmsspeaker.com/

    Miss Liz Serves Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny Animal Talk Pet Grief

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 62:38


    Teatime with Miss Liz, October 28th, 3 PM EST Serves Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny: Pet Grief Animal Talks TopicHow to Cope with the Loss of a Pet Title“A Big, Big Love: Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny on Pet Loss, Grief, and Healing” Tagline“Honouring the animal-human bond and guiding hearts through the grief of losing a beloved companion.” DescriptionReverend Kaleel Sakakeeny is an ordained pastor, animal chaplain, and grief counsellor who founded Animal Talks, a Boston-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting people grieving the loss of a beloved pet. Inspired by his own heartbreak after losing his cat, Kaleel created one of the few organizations in the U.S. offering specialized grief support for pet parents. Through one-on-one counselling, online support groups, and educational resources, he provides comfort and tools for navigating the unique and often overlooked pain of losing an animal companion. Introduction: Teatime welcomes Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny, founder of Animal Talks and one of the few ordained animal chaplains and credentialed grief counsellors in the country. After experiencing the devastating loss of his own beloved cat, he transformed his pain into purpose—creating safe spaces for others to grieve, heal, and honour the sacred bond with their pets. With compassion, spiritual insight, and lived experience, Kaleel helps us understand that grieving an animal companion is not only valid but deeply human.Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny will remind us that love has no boundaries—and neither does grief. By creating Animal Talks, he has given voice to the silent sorrow many endure when losing a pet. His work honours the profound bond between humans and animals, offering healing, validation, and hope for broken hearts everywhere.Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny is an ordained animal chaplain, grief counsellor, and founder of Animal Talks, a nonprofit supporting those grieving the loss of a pet. Inspired by his own heartbreak, he now guides others through the pain of loss, honouring the deep bond between humans and animals with compassion and care.#ReverendKaleelSakakeeny#AnimalTalks#PetLossSupport#GriefHealing#AnimalHumanBond https://www.animaltalksinc.com/

    Miss Liz Serve A Surprise Guest Emilio Hughes Martinez Dyslexia to Director Chair

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 60:06


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ — October 23 | 7 PM ESTSurprise Guest Emilio Hughes Martinez TITLE:Behind the Lens: Storytelling with Purpose and Passion TOPIC:Exploring how storytelling through film transforms pain into purpose — and how creativity can turn personal challenges, like dyslexia, into artistic strength and human connection. TAGLINE:“Every frame tells a truth. Every story told with heart becomes a legacy of change.” – Miss Liz DESCRIPTION:Teatime with Miss Liz, we step behind the lens with E. Hughes Martinez — a writer, director, and producer whose story proves that resilience can rewrite the script.Born and raised in Santa Cruz, California, Hugh faced dyslexia as a child — but instead of letting it silence him, he turned it into his greatest strength. Through film, he found his voice — and has since worked on major productions including Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard, Blackbird, and The Bricklayer, as well as award-winning shorts The Method and The 4th Branch. Join Miss Liz and Hugh for a cinematic Teatime that uncovers the purpose behind the passion, the courage it takes to lead with vision, and the power of every story told with truth to heal, inspire, and connect humanity. INTRODUCTIONGood evening and welcome, everyone, to another heartfelt Teatime with Miss Liz — where we serve stories of transformation, healing, and purpose one cup at a time. Tonight, I invite you to sit back and pour into a conversation that moves beyond the screen — a story of seeing life differently, frame by frame.My special guest, E. Hughes Martinez, has turned what many call a challenge into his creative superpower. From his roots in Santa Cruz to producing and directing films that touch hearts across the globe, he embodies what it means to live with resilience and vision. So grab your favourite cup, breathe in the aroma of possibility, and join me as we step behind the lens with Hugh — where art meets soul, and purpose meets passion. Welcome to Teatime, Hugh — it's an honour to share this space of truth and storytelling with you. CLOSING SUMMARYIt will be a beautiful journey shared in the evening. Grateful for him taking the time, E. Hughes Martinez, to show us that creativity isn't about perfection — it's about courage, persistence, and purpose. Your story reminds us that even when the world doesn't read our words the same way, we can still write our legacy in light. To all who tuned in — remember that the obstacles you face might be the tools that shape your greatest masterpiece. Keep believing, keep creating, and keep pouring your own cups of change — one story, one truth, one act of purpose at a time. Every story matters. Every cup poured plants a seed of change. 50-Word Mini Bio:E. Hughes Martinez is an award-winning writer, director, and producer from Santa Cruz, CA. Overcoming dyslexia, he discovered storytelling as his superpower, creating films like The 4th Branch and contributing to productions including Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard. His work bridges creativity and purpose, inspiring audiences through heartfelt cinematic storytelling.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #EHughesMartinez #BehindTheLens #StorytellingWithPurpose #CreativeVision #FilmmakingJourney #DyslexiaToDirector #PurposeDrivenArt #CinematicHealing #FilmAndSoul #SeedsOfChange #EveryStoryMatters #MissLizsTEE #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #LiveShow #PodcastConversation #CinematicStories #ResilientCreatives #StorytellingThroughFilm #EmpoweredByArt #HealingThroughCreativity #FilmWithHeart #ArtThatHeals #InspireCreateServe #BehindTheScenesMagic #MissLizTeatime #GoldenHeartConversations #PurposeInMotion #CreativeCourage #FilmmakersJourney #DirectorsOfChange #InclusiveStorytelling #MindfulMedia #VisionWithHeart #LegacyOfLight #BreakingBarriers #HumanityInFilm #VoiceThroughVision #OneCupOneJourney #MissLizTee #CreativeHealing #FilmIsConnection #FromPainToPurpose #StoryMatters #ResilienceInArt #EmpathyOnScreen #HeartOfStorytelling #FilmThatTransforms #CinematicPurpose

    Miss Liz Serves Dr. Avrum Weiss Hidden in Plain Sight

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 60:40


    Teatime with Miss Liz – October 23rd | 3 PM EST Guest: Dr. Avrum Weiss Show Title: Hidden in Plain Sight: Understanding Men's Fears of Women and How They Shape Relationships Tagline:A raw and revealing conversation about vulnerability, fear, and the courage it takes to love fully. Teatime Topic:Exploring the emotional walls men build and the hidden fears that quietly influence intimacy, connection, and communication in relationships. Dr. Weiss brings understanding, compassion, and decades of experience to a subject too often left unspoken — helping us all see relationships through a more healing lens. DescriptionDr. Avrum Weiss is a distinguished psychologist, author, and speaker whose groundbreaking work explores the inner emotional lives of men. His bestselling book, Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships, has sparked vital conversations about vulnerability, masculinity, and love. In this Teatime, Dr. Weiss joins Miss Liz to discuss how unspoken fears and generational patterns can quietly shape intimacy — and how awareness can transform relationships. With compassion and clarity, he helps us bridge the emotional gaps between men and women, reminding us that healing begins with honest connection. On-Air IntroductionTeatime with Miss Liz. Today, I'm honoured to pour a cup with Dr. Avrum Weiss, a psychologist, author, and pioneer in exploring the inner world of men's emotions. His work shines a light on the hidden fears that often shape relationships and communication between men and women.Through his bestselling book, Hidden in Plain Sight, and his ongoing work in therapy and research, Dr. Weiss invites us to rethink vulnerability, intimacy, and what it means to understand one another honestly. So, brew your tea, open your heart, and join us as we dive deep into conversation — where silence becomes understanding and truth becomes healing.” Closing SummaryTeatime with Dr. Avrum Weiss will open a robust conversation about what lies beneath the surface of our relationships. He reminded us that fear often hides where love is most needed. That true healing begins when we listen — not to respond, but to understand. As we close this Teatime, may we all carry forward this reminder: compassion is the bridge between hearts, and courage is the first step toward connection. Until next time, keep your cups open to truth, love, and growth — one story, one seed, one conversation at a time.” 50-Word Mini Bio:Dr. Avrum Weiss is a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker specializing in men's emotional development and relationships. Best known for Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships, he offers profound insights into vulnerability, masculinity, and the healing power of understanding in love.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #DrAvrumWeiss #HiddenInPlainSight #MensFearsOfWomen #RelationshipHealing #EmotionalIntelligence #IntimacyAwareness #StorytellingHeals #CourageToConnect #VulnerabilityIsStrength #MissLizsTEE #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #SeedsOfChange #EveryStoryMatters #LiveShow #PodcastConversation

    Miss Liz Serves S.A. Schneider Wolves, Worlds & Wonder

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 62:46


    Teatime with Miss Liz – S.A. Schneider Showtime: October 21 | 7 PM EST Episode Title: “Wolves, Worlds & Wonder: Inspiring Kids Through Fantasy and Storytelling” Long Description: Imagination is the first language of childhood—and tonight, Miss Liz is pouring a magical cup with S.A. Schneider, the creative mind behind The Town Magician series. In a world where screens often replace stories, S.A. Schneider reignites curiosity through fantasy adventures that teach courage, empathy, and the art of believing in something bigger than yourself. His tales are not just for children but for the child within every adult who still dreams, questions, and hopes . Together, they'll discuss how fantasy storytelling shapes emotional growth, builds confidence, and helps kids see that magic isn't found outside of them—it's been within them all along. This episode explores the responsibility of writers, educators, and parents to nurture that spark, and how storytelling can connect families through shared imagination and heart. Because when a child reads, the world grows a little brighter—and that's the kind of change worth writing for.Together, they'll explore how fantasy writing helps children believe in themselves, how authors can shape self-esteem through words, and why every story matters in shaping the world's next generation of dreamers. Tune in for a magical conversation about creativity, purpose, and the importance of storytelling in every child's journey. Join live at 7 PM EST on all Miss Liz platforms — YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and X/Twitter — or catch the replay anytime. Every story sows a seed of change.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #SASchneider #TheTownMagician #FantasyBooks #ChildrensAuthor #StorytellingMatters #InspireYouth #SeedsOfChange #ImaginationHeals #TEA (TeachingEducationalAwareness)

    Miss Liz Serves Alison McBain Author Versus AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 60:57


    Teatime with Miss Liz – Alison McBain Showtime: October 21 | 3 PM EST Episode Title: “Author Versus AI: Creativity, Speed & the Human Heart of Storytelling” Long Description: In an era where artificial intelligence can generate entire books in seconds, what happens to the art of writing that comes from soul, sweat, and lived experience?This Teatime explores that question with Alison McBain, an award-winning author, poet, and editor whose work blends imagination, heart, and social commentary. Alison joins Miss Liz to talk about the rapidly changing landscape of storytelling—where technology challenges the traditional definition of creativity and where writers must balance curiosity with conscience. Together, they'll unpack the tension between efficiency and emotion, and the importance of preserving the human heartbeat behind every word. From her own creative process to her role as Managing Editor at Scribes MICRO, Alison will share how she nurtures authentic voices in a digital world that often values speed over sincerity. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on what storytelling truly means when machines can mimic art—but never replicate humanity. A cup of truth, creativity, and courage to remind us that while AI may write lines, only people write legacy.Tune in for an eye-opening conversation about ethics, imagination, and the soul of writing in the age of AI. Join live on all Miss Liz platforms or catch the replay on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and X/Twitter. Every cup poured plants a seed of change.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #AlisonMcBain #AuthorVersusAI #HumanCreativity #StorytellingHeals #WritersLife #AIandArt #SeedsOfChange #TEA (TeachingEducationalAwareness)

    Miss Liz Serves Myron Edwards Comedy to Myth

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 54:10


    Teatime with Miss Liz Rescheduled for October 17th, 3 pm EST. From Comedy Rooms to Mythic ShoresTopicHow a BBC comedy writer reinvented his voice through Cyprus-myth storytellingTaglineWhere laughter met legend—and a new author was born.Show DescriptionFrom the writers' rooms of BBC comedy to the sunlit myths of Cyprus, Myron Edwards charts a creative journey that blends sharp wit with ancient legend. We'll explore the origins of his Aphrodite-inspired trilogy—Mistress of the Rock, Scylla – The Revenge, and Julie's Odyssey: Alpha & Omega—and how place, history, and courage reshape an artist's voice. Tune in LIVE on all Miss Liz platforms or catch the replay on YouTube.On-Air Introduction “Good afternoon, beautiful souls. I'm Miss Liz, and today we're pouring a cup with a storyteller who proves reinvention is an art. My guest, Myron Edwards, began as a BBC comedy writer, crafting laughs for beloved radio and TV programs, then followed life's tide to Cyprus, where myth and memory called him to fiction. His trilogy—Mistress of the Rock, Scylla – The Revenge, and Julie's Odyssey: Alpha & Omega—blends contemporary life with ancient legend. Today, we'll talk craft, courage, and the moment when laughter meets legend. Welcome, Myron.”Closing Summary “Today, Myron reminded us that creativity has many seasons—sometimes comedy, sometimes myth, always truth. From the BBC to Cyprus's sacred shores, he showed us how a writer can honour the past while finding a new voice for the present. Thank you, Myron, for the wisdom and the wonder. And to everyone watching: share this episode with someone who needs the courage to begin again. I'm Miss Liz—every story matters, every cup plants a seed of change.”Bio Myron Edwards began writing comedy for BBC radio/TV before moving into advertising. Life in Cyprus awakened his passion for mythic storytelling, leading to his Aphrodite-inspired trilogy—Mistress of the Rock, Scylla – The Revenge, and Julie's Odyssey: Alpha & Omega—where modern lives meet ancient legends with heart, suspense, and place-driven wonder.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizTEE #MyronEdwards #Author #BBCWriter #Cyprus #Aphrodite #MistressOfTheRock #ScyllaTheRevenge #JuliesOdyssey #Storytelling #Mythology #WritersLife #Books #LiveShow #Podcast #PlantingSeedsofChange #DoDifferentGetDifferentResults

    Miss Liz Serves Renee Rodriguez The Custody Blueprint

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 60:20


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ. Guest Feature: Renee Rodriguez, October 16th, 2025 — 7 PM EST LIVE on Miss Liz's Platforms TITLEMOTHER OF CUSTODY: Protecting Children, Empowering Mothers — Fighting for Justice in Family Court TAGLINE“Because no mother should have to fight alone for the right to protect her child.” TOPIC Advocate and author Renee Rodriguez shares her courageous fight for justice in the family court system. Through her Mother of Custody movement, she sheds light on systemic failures, emotional resilience, and the strength it takes for mothers to rise, reclaim their voices, and protect their children through truth and awareness. 50-WORD BIORenee Rodriguez is an author, advocate, and founder of Mother of Custody, a movement amplifying the voices of mothers navigating family court battles. She champions reform, truth, and empowerment—helping women turn pain into purpose while protecting the innocence and safety of children through advocacy and awareness. INTRODUCTION (Miss Liz's Opening Script)At the teatime table, I welcome Renee Rodriguez, a powerful voice for justice, healing, and change. As the founder of Mother of Custody, Renee has taken her personal journey through the family court system and turned it into a movement for mothers and children everywhere. Her story reminds us that silence protects no one—truth, courage, and compassion do.” CLOSING SUMMARY (Miss Liz's Closing Words)Teatime will pour courage and compassion into one cup. Renee reminded us that love doesn't give up—it rises. Through every courtroom and every story of pain, there is a mother's strength reshaping the system and lighting the path for others. Her message is simple yet powerful: when one mother stands, the world begins to listen.”#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizTEE #ReneeRodriguez #MotherOfCustody #JusticeForFamilies #ProtectChildren #EmpowerMothers #FamilyCourtReform #HealingThroughStories #TraumaToTriumph #VoicesThatHeal #OneCupAtATime

    Miss Liz Serves Returning Guest Jeff Rasley FROM HIMALAYAS TO HUMANITY

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 60:29


    TEATIME WITH MISS LIZGuest Feature: Jeff Rasley October 16th, 2025 — 3 PM EST LIVE on Miss Liz's Platforms TITLE FROM HIMALAYAS TO HUMANITY: The Life and Legacy of Jeff Rasley TAGLINE“Adventure is only the beginning — the real climb is toward compassion.” TOPIC Author, adventurer, and humanitarian Jeff Rasley returns to the Teatime table to share his ongoing journey from the Himalayas to humanity. Through his books, expeditions, and community leadership, Jeff bridges cultures, inspires service, and reminds us that the truest exploration begins within. 50-WORD BIOJeff Rasley is an author, humanitarian, and mountaineer known for his Himalayan expeditions and his founding of the Basa Village Foundation. He has written multiple books weaving adventure, culture, and spirituality—encouraging others to live with purpose, service, and a deep connection to the human spirit. INTRODUCTION (Miss Liz's Opening Script)Teatime table, I welcome back Jeff Rasley, a man whose climbs reach far beyond mountains. From scaling the peaks of the Himalayas to lifting communities through the Basa Village Foundation, Jeff's life reminds us that adventure isn't just about distance—it's about depth, compassion, and the courage to serve. Let's explore the legacy of a traveller who turned every mountain into a message of humanity.” CLOSING SUMMARY (Miss Liz's Closing Words)“Jeff's story will pour into our hearts the true meaning of elevation. It's not the height of the climb that defines us, but the kindness we leave at every step. Through service, storytelling, and soul work, Jeff reminds us that the summit of life is found in giving back.”

    Miss Liz Serves A Teaspoon of Wisdom with DRS James and Sylvia Boblak

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 60:07


     TEATIME WITH MISS LIZGuest Feature: Drs. James & Sylvia Boblak October 14th, 2025 — 7 PM EST LIVE on Miss Liz's Platforms TITLEA TEASPOON OF WISDOM: Wholesome Pregnancy — Reclaiming Wisdom for Mama, Baby & Beyond TAGLINE“Because every generation deserves a gentler, wiser beginning.” TOPIC: Doctors of Pharmacy James and Sylvia Boblak bring a holistic lens to modern pregnancy, blending science, ancestral wisdom, and natural balance. Together, they uncover forgotten truths about maternal wellness and empower parents to reclaim the connection between mind, body, and baby through holistic education and compassionate care. 50-WORD BIO Drs. James and Sylvia Boblak are Doctors of Pharmacy, passionate about restoring balance in family wellness. Their mission, A Teaspoon of Wisdom, combines science, compassion, and holistic living to support mothers and babies. Their work bridges traditional care with modern awareness, empowering families toward mindful, nourishing beginnings. INTRODUCTION (Miss Liz's Opening Script)“Welcome back to the Teatime table! Tonight, I'm pouring a nurturing blend of wisdom and care with Drs. James and Sylvia Boblak, the hearts behind A Teaspoon of Wisdom. As Doctors of Pharmacy, they've dedicated their lives to transforming how we view pregnancy, parenting, and holistic family care. Their work reawakens ancient knowledge that supports mama, baby, and beyond — reminding us that healing begins before birth and continues through the love we pour into every generation.” CLOSING SUMMARY (Miss Liz's Closing Words)“Tonight's Teatime reminded us that wisdom lives in the simplest truths — how we nurture, how we listen, and how we love. Drs. James and Sylvia Boblak show us that caring for life's beginnings is an act of healing humanity itself. A teaspoon of wisdom truly can change the world, one family at a time.” HASHTAGS#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizTEE #ATeaspoonOfWisdom #DrJamesBoblak #DrSylviaBoblak #WholesomePregnancy #MamaBabyBeyond #HolisticHealing #PharmacyAndSoul #PregnancyCare #WisdomThroughHealing #HealingThroughStories #OneCupAtATime

    Miss Liz Serves Randy Weir Crime Grit and Redemption

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 61:14


    Teatime with Miss Liz Serves Randy Weir, October 9th, 7 pm ESTShow Title: “Mysteries, Imagination & the Heart of a Storyteller.”Teatime Topic:An inside look at crafting page-turning mystery novels and the personal experiences that shape the characters we love. Randy shares how his creative spark led to building unforgettable worlds, and why storytelling continues to inspire connection across generations. Description: Randy Weir — author of gripping mystery novels including the beloved Jarvis Mann Detective series — brings his sharp wit, rich imagination, and heart for authentic characters to Teatime with Miss Liz.Join us as Randy shares the creative process behind his suspenseful plots, the lessons hidden in every twist, and how storytelling bridges cultures, ages, and human experiences. 50-Word Mini Bio: Randy Weir is an acclaimed mystery author best known for the Jarvis Mann Detective series. Blending suspense, humour, and heartfelt characters, his novels captivate readers worldwide. Passionate about storytelling's power to connect people, Randy continues to craft tales that entertain, challenge, and leave a lasting impression long after the final page. Introduction: “Please welcome to the Teatime table Randy Weir — a master of mystery and suspense whose Jarvis Mann Detective series has captivated readers with its rich characters and surprising twists. Today, we dive into the art of storytelling — what drives the suspense, the heart behind the characters, and the connection stories create.”Closing Summary: “Tonight's Teatime with Randy Weir showed us that behind every mystery is a deeper story — of human nature, resilience, and connection. Randy reminded us that storytelling is not just about the twists and turns, but about the truths that keep us reading and the emotions that keep us remembering.”⸻Hashtags – Randy Weir:

    Miss Liz Serves Trevor W. Harrison Politics Policy and People

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 60:34


    Teatime with Miss Liz Serves Trevor W. Harrison, October 9th, 3 pm ESTShow Title: “Voices of Society: From Policy to Poetry.”Teatime Topic: Exploring the intersections of politics, culture, and the personal stories that shape public life. From decades of academic insight to the soul of a poet, Trevor shares how his experiences illuminate humanity, resilience, and the truths we often overlook in society. Description: Trevor W. Harrison — Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of Lethbridge and former Director of the Parkland Institute — has spent a lifetime studying the forces that shape our world: politics, public policy, and social change.An accomplished author of 11 books and a poet at heart, Trevor joins Teatime with Miss Liz to reflect on how his journey — from research to radio commentary — reveals the stories behind the data and the resilience of communities in times of change.50-Word Mini Bio: Trevor W. Harrison, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of Lethbridge and former Director of the Parkland Institute, is an award-winning researcher, author of 11 books, and published poet. His work spans political sociology, public policy, and storytelling that humanizes data and amplifies voices often left unheard. Introduction:“Let me welcome you to the Teatime table, Trevor W. Harrison — a respected voice in political sociology and public policy. With more than four decades of research, 11 books, and a passion for poetry, Trevor brings wisdom from both the academy and the heart. Today, we explore how stories behind policies shape humanity.”Closing Summary: “Today's Teatime with Trevor Harrison reminded us that policies aren't just papers on a desk — they're people's lives, layered with history, hope, and humanity. His reflections invite us to see beyond headlines, to listen for the stories that shape our communities, and to hold space for truth with empathy.”⸻Hashtags – Trevor W. Harrison:

    Miss Liz Serves Kay Sparling Opera The Power of Voice and Spy Thrillers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 63:40


    Teatime with Miss Liz Servres Kay Sparling: The Voice of a Lifetime: Music, Meaning, and Memories“From Opera Stages to Sacred Songs: Kay Sparling on the Power of Voice”“A life in music, a journey of soul—sharing stories from the stage and beyond.” Description: Kay Sparling is an international opera and sacred music singer whose career has spanned stages worldwide. Now retired in the Upper Midwest, she continues to share her gifts through teaching voice and writing. With her feline companion Paducah at her side, Kay finds joy in gardening, hiking, travelling, and cooking for loved ones. Her story reflects not only the discipline of a professional musician but also the beauty of living fully, embracing both performance and the everyday artistry of life. Introduction: Today, Teatime welcomes Kay Sparling, an international opera and sacred singer who has dedicated her life to music. With a voice that has carried her around the world, Kay has touched audiences with both the grandeur of opera and the intimacy of sacred song. Now retired, she continues to inspire through teaching, writing, and storytelling. Accompanied by her cat Paducah and guided by a love of creativity, Kay's journey reveals the harmony between artistry, resilience, and joy. Closing Summary: Kay Sparling reminds us that music is more than performance—it's a way of life. From international stages to quiet moments in her garden, she carries the power of her voice into every aspect of her life. Her journey shows that artistry never retires; it simply transforms into new forms of expression and connection.#KaySparling#OperaAndSacredSong#LifeInMusic#VoiceOfTheSoul#ArtistryBeyondTheStage

    Miss Liz's Serves Returning Guest Kim Lengling Hope, Kindness and Real Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 60:08


    Teatime with Miss Liz Servres, Returning Guest Kim Lengling: Hope, Kindness, and Real Talk: Finding Light in Everyday Moments“Let Fear Bounce: Kim Lengling on Hope, Healing, and Kindness”“Because hope is real, kindness matters, and no one walks alone.” Description: Kim Lengling is a multi-published author, podcast host, veteran, and everyday champion of hope. As the voice behind Let Fear Bounce, Kim reminds us that kindness, connection, and authentic stories can transform even the toughest days. A lead author of six anthologies and writer of Nuggets of Hope: Cultivate Kindness, she's dedicated to spreading uplifting, heart-hugging messages. Her latest release, 15 Ways Pets Teach Us Kindness, highlights the lessons our animal companions bring to daily life. Through her writing, podcasting, and real-talk storytelling, Kim proves that hope always has a place—no matter the season. Introduction: Today, Teatime welcomes Kim Lengling, a storyteller who carries hope in her heart, coffee in her hand, and her dog Dexter by her side. As the creator of Let Fear Bounce, Kim uses her voice to remind us we're never alone, even in life's rough patches. A veteran living with PTSD, she's transformed her own journey into a mission of spreading kindness, empathy, and encouragement. Whether through her podcast, anthologies, or her new releases, Kim's work is a warm reminder that even small sparks of hope can light the way forward. Closing Summary: Kim Lengling's work is a testament to resilience, reminding us that kindness is mighty, connection is healing, and hope is always within reach. From her books to her podcast, her message is simple but profound: even in life's hardest chapters, light and laughter can always be found.#KimLengling#LetFearBounce#NuggetsOfHope#KindnessMatters#HopeIsReal

    Miss Liz Serves David Cunningham: Your Love Does Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 62:04


    Miss Liz Serves David Cunningham: Topic Awakening Humanity: Leading with Love and Transformation Title“Love Matters: David Cunningham's Transformational Journey” Tagline“Anchoring love as the way of being—transforming lives, leaders, and communities worldwide.” Description: David Cunningham is a renowned transformational teacher, spiritual practitioner, and lifelong advocate for humanity. With over 30 years as a senior program leader at Landmark Worldwide, he has empowered more than 500,000 people globally. Through The Love Matters Collaboration and The Awakening, David continues to expand consciousness, heal communities, and inspire love-driven change. Introduction: Today, Teatime welcomes David Cunningham, a voice of transformation and love. From rural Pennsylvania to six continents, David's work has touched over half a million people—helping them break through shame, judgment, and separation. As the founder of The Love Matters Collaboration and author of Your Love Does Matter, he brings decades of wisdom, courage, and spiritual practice to guide us back to love as the essence of humanity. Closing Summary: David Cunningham will remind us that love is not just an emotion—it's a practice, a choice, and a path to transformation. Through his teaching, advocacy, and leadership, he invites us to awaken to our true nature and expand our love footprint in the world. His legacy is one of courage, compassion, and service.#DavidCunningham#LoveMatters#TransformationalLeadership#AwakeningThroughLove#YourLoveDoesMatter

    Miss Liz Serves Chef Maricel Gentile Journey of Flavour and Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 60:03


    Storyteller Miss Liz Serves Chef Maricel Gentile, October 2, 3:00 p.m.Description: Chef Maricel Gentile is a celebrated Culinary Ambassador, Innovator, Author, and Storyteller whose artistry bridges tradition and innovation. EST. Topic: From Manila Markets to Global Culinary Heights: Chef Maricel's Journey of Flavour and Culture. Tagline: “Bringing Filipino food to the global table—one recipe, one story, one shared experience at a time.”DescriptionChef Maricel Gentile is a celebrated Culinary Ambassador, Innovator, Author, and Storyteller whose artistry bridges tradition and innovation. With roots in Manila and Pampanga, and extensive experience in five-star kitchens, she seamlessly blends her Filipino heritage with global influences to create food that is soulful, flavorful, and unforgettable. Seen on Food Network, Hulu, PBS, and culinary stages across the world, Maricel is on a mission to showcase Filipino cuisine alongside the greats of Asia. Through Maricel's Kitchen, her hands-on cooking classes, immersive cultural events, and her new Simply Asian Cookbook, she transforms recipes into experiences—celebrating culture, history, and heart through every dish. Introduction, Ladies and gentlemen, it is my pleasure to introduce a true culinary force—Chef Maricel Gentile. Known for her expertise in Asian flavours and her heart for Filipino cuisine, Maricel has risen from her Lola's kitchen in Manila to some of the most prestigious culinary stages in the world. She has become a global culinary diplomat, representing South Korea's seafood heritage as Chef Ambassador, and continues to serve as an innovator, educator, and Storyteller. Whether she's teaching the art of lumpia, leading a kamayan feast, or appearing on screen to share her passion, Chef Maricel inspires us to see food as more than a meal—it's culture, memory, and connection on a plate. Chef Maricel Gentile's journey will remind us that food serves as a bridge between generations, cultures, and communities. From her grandmother's kitchen in Pampanga to her role as a global culinary ambassador, she carries forward a mission of love, heritage, and shared humanity. Through her kitchen, her classes, and her cookbook, Maricel continues to plant seeds of awareness that Filipino food belongs at the world's table. She is not only cooking meals—she is serving stories, culture, and heart with every bite.#ChefMaricelGentile#FilipinoCuisine#CulinaryAmbassador#FoodWithHeart#GlobalFlavors

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