Reflect on the past, live in the present, prepare for the future. Host AC Fischer is an inspirational speaker, an activist, a philosopher, a writer, a producer, a romantic, and co-host of The Missionary Position. Listen as he shares the most intimate details of his life, and what he's taken away fro…
“A child whose birthday is coming up is so excited, they count down the days. But as we get older we seem to lose the excitement. We need to rethink and be happy we have reached another birthday.”~ Theodore Higginsworth...As AC celebrates his 49th birthday, he reflects on what birthdays have meant, and now mean to him...To hear AC's other podcasts, please visit www.kingfischermedia.ca
The dictionary defines trauma as “a deeply distressing or disturbing experience” but what does it mean to you? ...This week, AC shares his perspective...Be sure to check out my other podcasts at www.kingfischermedia.ca
When our actions don't match our words, there are often unanticipated, or even unnoticed consequences...It hurts when the people we count on aren't invested in us...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
Anyone can count how many seeds are in an apple but how can we possibly know how many apples are in a seed?...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...To hear our conversations with Dave Warnock, visit www.wtbbpod.com and www.likeaboutyoupod.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
What can I tell you about someone who is both my friend and my hero?...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...To hear our conversations with Dave Warnock, visit www.wtbbpod.com and www.likeaboutyoupod.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
What does AC have in common with members of the British royal family? A lot, actually...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
What is Hell, and why don't I want to escape it? This isn't going where you probably think it's going...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for reading this episode for me while I try to recover my voice!...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
The Dalai Lama once said that “holding on to unforgiveness is like drinking poison, and expecting the other person to die.” What does this actually mean? Why do we hold grudges? Most importantly, how do we let go? AC shares his thoughts...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
How much better would life be if we all had theme music that played whenever we entered or left a room? You know you want to hear AC's thoughts on this!...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
Grief is as much about staying connected as it is about letting go. This week, AC shares some of the details of his journey...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
Does your story begin on the day of your birth, or some time before that? For the first time, AC realizes that this is a question worth answering...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
On February 15 of last year, I wrote this episode for my one true love Alexis. She managed to give me everything I needed, on a day that used to leave me feeling overlooked, forgotten, ignored, and unappreciated. Valentine's Day will always be a reminder of her love for me...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
AC explores the ways being partially invested in his relationships affected them...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
What happens when we try to embrace change without actually changing what's important? AC shares an important realization...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn for encouraging me to write...Be sure to check out my other podcasts When The Bough Breaks and What I Like About You...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.com...Thanks to itsjustnikia for introducing this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
What do rigged carnival games have in common with matters of the heart? AC explores this sugar-fueled train of thought...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn...Be sure to check out my other podcast When The Bough Breaks...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.”― George Bernard Shaw...There is a lot of room for us to misunderstand each other. As frustrating as it can be, there are things we can do about it. AC Explores some of these...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn...Be sure to check out my other podcast When The Bough Breaks...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/acfischerpod)
"I don't know" doesn't always feel like the best answer, but sometimes it's all we have to offer. Should we feel comfortable with offering or receiving it? AC weighs in...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn...Be sure to check out my other podcast When The Bough Breaks...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
AC shares a lesson he learned from his father about what it means to fit in, and what it can cost...Special thanks to Alexis Arralynn...Be sure to check out my other podcast, When The Bough Breaks...If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comhttps://vurbl.com/station/8RanU9PnJ5D/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
On this episode, AC wrestles with the complex thought process surrounding New Year's resolutions, and weighs the value of them.Special thanks to Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out my other podcast, When The Bough BreaksIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
“Living your life in the public eye is a greater burden than most people can imagine.”- Justin TrudeauThis week, AC explores how he's been affected by subjecting himself to public scrutiny.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
We're often encouraged to do what we think is right. What happens when all of the available options are wrong, though? AC shares his thoughts on how he deals with it.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Love won't obey our expectations its mystery is pure and absolute. AC explores how he's been affected by some turns in the road.This episode is dedicated to AlexisSpecial thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
They say that people come into our lives for a reason, a season, or a lifetime but what if it's not that black and white? On this episode, I explore the impact that people can make simply by being there.This episode is dedicated to Alexis.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
I've had a few people tell me that it's easy to preach about owning up to our shortcomings but difficult to actually do it. I've never pretended that it was easy, rather I've repeatedly stated how valuable an exercise it is! On this episode, I put my money where my mouth is by owning up to some of my worst moments.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
You never know what will happen when you surprise someone by knocking on their door - especially after years of no contact. Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
This week, AC shares a personal message that's directed at you. Yes you!Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
There are things in life we can expect to always be there. What happens when we expect the same of certain people? AC shares from his own experience of grief and acceptance.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Be careful what you wish for... You might be forced to acknowledge that you're going to be unsettled - even if you get it. This week AC explores how getting some much needed/wanted rest has left him longing for some hustle and bustle.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Is the passing of time cause for concern, or can it be an inspiration? AC shares how his thoughts on this delicate subject have drastically changed.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Most of us understand the value of being a leader. Does that mean that being a follower is a bad thing, though?Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnBe sure to check out Jason Moore's PodVerse podcast, and Alexis Arralynn's When The Bough Breaks podcastIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
What did you dream about last night? Did you gain any insights from it? AC addresses these questions by sharing from his own dream state.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnCheck out my brother's show PodVerseIf you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
"Knight Rider. A shadowy flight into the dangerous world of a man who does not exist. Michael Knight: a young loner on a crusade to champion the cause of the innocent, the helpless, the powerless, in a world of criminals who operate above the law." – Wilton KnightWhat do we all have in common with Michael Knight? AC explores this meaningful question.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnCheck out my brother's show PodVerseSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Watching a reality TV series brings AC face to face with a beautiful memory.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnCheck out my brother's show PodVerseSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
There are struggles when dealing with the lockdown. AC shares part of his. Hopefully y'all are holding together during this trying time!Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnCheck out my brother's show PodVerseFor information about the coronavirus, click here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
On this episode, AC introduces two companions that most of the audience haven't met until now.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnCheck out my brother's show PodVerseSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Change happens. Sometimes it’s good, sometimes it’s bad. Sometimes it’s planned, and sometimes it’s a surprise. Sometimes we’re ready, and sometimes we need to get ready because change will happen regardless.Special thanks to Missions Studio and Alexis ArralynnCheck out my brother's show PodVerseSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Has anyone ever asked you what you'd say in a letter to yourself as a child? AC decided to do just that. This week, he reads his letter...Special thanks to Jason from Missions Studio and PodVerse Podcast, and to Alexis Arralynn from When The Bough Breaks.If you'd like to have AC guest on your show, or if you'd like to guest on Turn Up The AC, please send us an email acfischerpod@gmail.comPlease follow us on social media, and leave a positive review on your favorite podcast platform!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
What should it take to earn a shred of compassion? AC explores this question, based on a recent experience with someone close.If you'd like to share your thoughts, or just want to say hello, send me an email! acfischerpod@gmail.comSpecial thanks to Missions Studio, Jason Moore, and Alexis ArralynnSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
This anonymous guest submission tells a touching love story through the eyes of someone who isn't sure how to approach the object of their affection.If you'd like to share your thoughts, or just want to say hello, send me an email! acfischerpod@gmail.comSpecial thanks to Missions Studio for their ongoing help with this project.Check out my brother Jason's show www.pod-verse.comIf you, or anyone you know is estranged from a family member, listen to "When The Bough Breaks" a podcast for the estranged. www.wtbbpod.comSupport the showSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
AC explores how his food aggression was the result of a forgotten childhood experienceSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
This episode is a guest submission from Alexis Arralynn, host of the When The Bough Breaks podcast. To hear her show, visit www.wtbbpod.comSpecial thanks to Missions Studios.If you'd like to share your thoughts, send me an email acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
AC shares his thoughts on the value (or lack therof) in apologizing.Would you like to share your thoughts on Turn Up The AC? Send us an email acfischerpod@gmail.comSpecial thanks to Missions Studio!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Are you OK? More fights and misunderstandings have started with answering (or avoiding) this question than anything else. AC shares his thought process in real time.Do you have thoughts you'd like to share? Send us an email! acfischerpod@gmail.comSpecial thanks to Missions StudioSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Am I confident enough in my position to defend it against someone who knows better? Too often, we convince ourselves that this is the case! This week, AC unpacks his thoughts on this.If you have thoughts on this (or any other) topic, send us an email acfischerpod@gmail.comSpecial thanks to Missions Studio!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
In this guest-submitted episode, Nikia shares some meaningful self-care tips that she's discovered.Nikia is the host of the Expect Effect podcast, available on anchor.fm or through her website found at https://itsjustnikia.wixsite.com/If you have thoughts on this episode, or would like to submit your own, send us an email acfischerpod@gmail.comAs always, special thanks to Missions StudioSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
This episode features our first guest submission!Jason Moore from Missions Studio, Missionary Position Podcast, and the Pod-Verse podcast, shares his thoughts based on a personal moment. To learn more about Jason, check out the links below and/or send him an email!www.missionsstudio.comwww.missionarypod.comwww.pod-verse.compod-verse@hotmail.comAs usual, special thanks to Missions Studio in the production of this project!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Life changes suddenly sometimes. AC doesn't want to risk missing the opportunity to express his appreciation for the only brother he has.Special thanks to Missions Studio!If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
AC reflects on one Christmas where an important lesson was learned.Happy Holidays, everyone! Thank you for your continued support of this show. If you'd like to record your own episode of Turn Up The AC, send me an email to find out how acfischerpod@gmail.comSpecial thanks to Missions Studio, Alexis Arralynn, and my mother.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
We all have those thoughts sometimes. Am I a failure? I just want to quit! Find out why this shouldn't be the end of it.Special thanks to Missions Studio. Find out more about their services here https://missionsstudio.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
AC reflects on the influence Fred Rogers had on him as a child.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
Which of life's experiences are the most important? How much of a cost is attached to the best life has to offer?Read the full episode transcript here https://medium.com/@acfischerpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/acpodcast)
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