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The Internet today is flooded with low-quality content, so it's critical to produce targeted, impactful writing that can cut through the noise.In this episode, Ann Smith talks about the evolution of thought leadership content and the importance of crafting genuine, strategic narratives. She explains that simply churning out words isn't enough. The focus should be on impactful, well-researched pieces that that resonate with audiences in 2025, Ann also discusses the role of AI in content generation, highlighting both its potential benefits and the inherent risks of losing the human touch. Overall, she stresses the need for a thoughtful approach to content strategy, ensuring that it aligns with organizational goals while engaging target audiences effectively.Key Takeaways Thought leadership is a critical strategy that goes beyond simple content creation and requires careful planning and execution. Thought leadership should be strategically integrated into communications campaigns, encompassing varied content types such as white papers, long-form articles, and social media. Creating content should focus on quality over quantity, especially in an environment flooded with mediocre writing. AI has a role in content curation and trend analysis, but human input is essential for creating authentic, nuanced, and personalized content. About the Guest Ann Smith is founder and president of A.wordsmith, a boutique Portland-based firm specializing in writing services, public relations, branding and communications strategy. She is passionate about a lot of things, including her family, live country music and 49ers football. At work this energy centers on building strong partnerships with her clients, connecting them with their target audiences and delivering exceptional results. With more than two decades worth of strategic communications experience Ann has worked in both agency and corporate settings, providing a broad range of support to clients. Prior to founding A.wordsmith, Ann worked at PR agencies Weber Shandwick Worldwide and Standing Partnership—managing accounts for large global companies—and served as an internal marketing manager for an international consultancy. Yet it wasn't until starting A.wordsmith that she realized her true passion in collaborating with successful growing businesses and serving as an extension of their team. Ann holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with an emphasis in public relations from the University of Oregon. She has served on the board of directors for Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center, Portland's iconic Hollywood Theatre, Girls on the Run of Portland Metro, Willowbrook Arts Camp, Business for Culture & the Arts and Abilities at Work. In addition to PRGN, Ann is an active member of Public Relations Society of America's Counselors Academy and PDX Leadership Assembly. She founded and hosted the podcast "All Shine, No Flash®" and "Shine On!" a group of talented, fierce and fun women in Portland. She is a graduate of the Portland Business Alliance's Leadership Portland program and the author of the first and second editions of the book "100 Things to Do in Portland Before You Die." About the Host Abbie Fink is president of HMA Public Relations in Phoenix, Arizona and a founding member of PRGN. Her marketing communications background includes skills in media relations, digital communications, social media strategies, special event management, crisis communications, community...

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Citizen contributor and Evening WURDs host Dr. James Peterson starts a new segment called Evening Stories. On this episode, he and guest Ann Smith discuss the importance of "The Danger Of A Single Story," by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

AA's TRADITION OF SELF-SUPPORT, A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE & A TRIBUTE TO ANNE SMITH. In this conversation, Chris and Monty discuss the “Self-Supporting” Tradition of AA and delve into various themes surrounding recovery, gratitude, and the contributions of women in Alcoholics Anonymous. They discuss the importance of finding the right support groups, the significance of gratitude during the holiday season, and reflect on the legacy of Ann Smith, a pivotal figure in the early days of AA. The dialogue emphasizes the role of women in the recovery community and concludes with thoughts on future discussions. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

What do marketers and competitive bakers have in common? Quite a lot, actually.Both work amid time constraints, follow recipes for success, and have to express creativity under pressure.  And there's a lot marketers can learn from these competitive bakers, so that's what we're talking about this week.In this episode, we're taking B2B marketing lessons from Food Network's seasonal baking series, Summer Baking Championship.Together with the help of our special guest, the Director of Content Marketing at Splunk, Ann Smith, we talk about putting your own spin on a recipe, tasting what you bake, and not trying to do too much at once. About our guest, Ann SmithAnn Smith joined Splunk a year ago as the Director of Content Marketing, leading a team of content strategists and writers to produce award-winning, pipeline-generating, headline-grabbing content. Prior to Splunk, she led content marketing for Oracle and held senior marketing roles at technology start-ups and small companies. She has a master of arts degree in Speech Communication from San Jose State University.What B2B Companies Can Learn From Summer Baking Championship:Put your own spin on a recipe. In other words, it's okay to use a recipe you know works, but don't just check the box with your content. Strive to also make an emotional connection with your audience. Ann says, “People that buy software are people too. And it's the storytelling and the ability to connect emotionally with readers that really makes it. Storytelling is that extra layer of icing on the cake.” Taste what you baked. Review your content to gauge its effectiveness. Looking back on past work is a great way to not only see your growth, but to take a candid look at what worked and what didn't. Ian says, “How many times have you made a meal and you didn't even taste it? My food is always criminally under-salted when I take it out because I just didn't taste it. So much marketing is like that. Go back and read that thing a year from now. Was that a good post? It's like, ‘No, it was not good.' Did you read it and like it? Did someone else on your team read it and like it?”Don't try to do too much. That's when you lose clarity on your message. It becomes instantly forgettable by your audience. Ian says, “The biggest thing is just writing way shorter and just telling one story at a time that has a single message that you're trying to leave people with. So many times we write an article and we want to pack 15 things into it. Dont. Just tell them one thing. I just want them to leave reading this thing with one singular lesson. And that's the thing that's going to stick.”Quotes *”People that buy software are people. Chief technology officers are people too. And it's the storytelling and the ability to connect emotionally with readers that really makes it. More than just, ‘I'm just following a recipe,' right? I'm just checking the box. Storytelling is that extra layer of icing on the cake.”*”Just be helpful, help educate [your audience] without expecting anything in return. If you can help your customer do something better, learn something new, without expecting anything back from them,  really genuinely wanting to help them succeed, you'll have customers for life.”Time Stamps[0:55] Meet Ann Smith, Director of Content Marketing at Splunk[1:36] Exploring Summer Baking Championship[2:39] Content Marketing at Splunk[5:13] The Success of Summer Baking Championship[9:17] Parallels Between Baking and Content Marketing[15:18] The Art of Storytelling in Marketing[19:29] The Art of Concise Writing[20:26] The Challenge of Simplifying Complex Messages[21:47] Avoiding Over-Salted Content[22:53] Relating to Your Audience[25:44] Embracing Authenticity in Writing[31:51] Effective Content Strategies[37:39] Final Thoughts and Best Advice for Marketing ProfessionalsLinksConnect with Ann on LinkedInLearn more about SplunkAbout Remarkable!Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Senior Producer). Remarkable was produced this week by Meredith Gooderham, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is “Solomon” by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise.

Dr. Mo chats with Wendy-Ann Smith. As a renowned coaching psychologist and executive, celebrated among Paris's top 15 coaches, she shares her leadership journey, the lessons she's learned, and offers advice to today's leaders. Tune in live at www.vukaonlineradio.co.za.It's an episode you won't want to miss!

Today we feature "The Obituary of Valerie Ann Smith" Please send your submissions to be featured on the podcast to poetryinmedicine@gmail.com. "In whatever you do, read a poem." Honored to have been named one of the top 10 medical podcasts in the state of Georgia by Feedspot: podcasts.feedspot.com/georgia_medical_podcasts/

Alan and Steve talk with orchestra director and wellness enthusiast Ann Smith about ways to connect performance skills to student wellness. Episode Page: https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/optimizing-health-wellness-and-happiness-with-ann-smith/ Insider Program: https://patron.podbean.com/MusicEdInsights  

By Adam Turteltaub Currently on hold due to pending court challenges, the SEC's rules to standardize climate-related disclosures created a fire storm of controversy and comments when first proposed. The final rules (assuming the courts sides with the SEC), explains Laura Ann Smith and Judy Mayo of the communications firm Labrador (LinkedIn), reflected strong industry pushback, easing the burden on some 4000 filers. Nonetheless, there are serious demands on industry. To quote from the SEC press release, registrants will be required to disclose: Climate-related risks that have had or are reasonably likely to have a material impact on the registrant's business strategy, results of operations, or financial condition; The actual and potential material impacts of any identified climate-related risks on the registrant's strategy, business model, and outlook; If, as part of its strategy, a registrant has undertaken activities to mitigate or adapt to a material climate-related risk, a quantitative and qualitative description of material expenditures incurred and material impacts on financial estimates and assumptions that directly result from such mitigation or adaptation activities; Specified disclosures regarding a registrant's activities, if any, to mitigate or adapt to a material climate-related risk including the use, if any, of transition plans, scenario analysis, or internal carbon prices; Any oversight by the board of directors of climate-related risks and any role by management in assessing and managing the registrant's material climate-related risks; Any processes the registrant has for identifying, assessing, and managing material climate-related risks and, if the registrant is managing those risks, whether and how any such processes are integrated into the registrant's overall risk management system or processes; Information about a registrant's climate-related targets or goals, if any, that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect the registrant's business, results of operations, or financial condition. Disclosures would include material expenditures and material impacts on financial estimates and assumptions as a direct result of the target or goal or actions taken to make progress toward meeting such target or goal; For large accelerated filers (LAFs) and accelerated filers (AFs) that are not otherwise exempted, information about material Scope 1 emissions and/or Scope 2 emissions; For those required to disclose Scope 1 and/or Scope 2 emissions, an assurance report at the limited assurance level, which, for an LAF, following an additional transition period, will be at the reasonable assurance level; The capitalized costs, expenditures expensed, charges, and losses incurred as a result of severe weather events and other natural conditions, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding, drought, wildfires, extreme temperatures, and sea level rise, subject to applicable one percent and de minimis disclosure thresholds, disclosed in a note to the financial statements; The capitalized costs, expenditures expensed, and losses related to carbon offsets and renewable energy credits or certificates (RECs) if used as a material component of a registrant's plans to achieve its disclosed climate-related targets or goals, disclosed in a note to the financial statements; and If the estimates and assumptions a registrant uses to produce the financial statements were materially impacted by risks and uncertainties associated with severe weather events and other natural conditions or any disclosed climate-related targets or transition plans, a qualitative description of how the development of such estimates and assumptions was impacted, disclosed in a note to the financial statements. Even with all these requirements, Smith and Mayo recommend that companies realize that this is just a baseline. For those with operations in Europe there are requirements to meet as...

Two elite swimmers (Ann Smith, 82, and Madeline Murphy Rabb, 76) journey to the National Senior Games. TEAM DREAM--a serious contender in the run-up to awards season, this little star of a film flares with unexpected brilliance; capturing imaginations and challenging long-standing assumptions about Black people, swimming, history, current realities, the surprising facts of life (and death), and joy—“Black joy.” Guests: athletes Rabb and Smith, filmmaker Luchina Fisher, and historian Kevin Dawson. This documentary short, TEAM DREAM, was made possible by the Queen Collective—an initiative begun by executive producers Queen Latifah and Procter & Gamble. Their mission: to create opportunities for women filmmakers of color to tell their stories by providing access to mentorship, production support, and distribution. The film was featured at the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival.

Jo Ann Doke Smith is a trailblazHER like no otHER. She has served as Florida CattleWomen's President, as the National Cattlemen's Beef Association's first female president, as the director and president of the 4H Foundation, as the director of the National Livestock and Meat Board, and was the founding chair of the Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board. Some of her many honors include: 1985 Florida's Woman of the Year in Agriculture, 1989 International Stockman Hall of Fame, 1990 National Golden Spur Award, 2005 Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame, 2015 Meat Industry Hall of Fame, and 2015 National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. As someone who was known not by her gender but by her ability to get the job done, she was also named the 1982 Progressive Farmer Magazine Man of the Year in Florida Agriculture and the 1988 Man of the Year in American Agriculture. We hope you take a listen to hear this incredible woman's story!

In this conversation with coaching psychologist Wendy-Ann Smith we explore common ethical issues that arise in the coaching container, the foundations of ethical practice, personal development and integrity, and navigating ethics and AI. Wendy-Ann Smith, is a coaching psychologist, co-founder of the Coaching Ethics Forum and Visiting Fellow, Centre for Positive Psychology, Buckinghamshire New University, UK. Wendy-Ann runs virtual groups for coaches who wish to nourish themselves and their coaching. Wendy-Ann regularly coaches a small number of one-to-one clients. She designs and delivers lectures, trainings and workshops internationally in a variety of settings, including universities. Her two recent books are Positive Psychology Coaching in the Workplace (2021) and The Ethical Coaches' Handbook (2023). Visit coachesrising.com to see our acclaimed online coach trainings and other offerings.

In June, 1979, the body of an unidentified woman was found near Highway 290 and FM 696 in Elgin, Bastrop County, Texas. The condition of her remains made it tough to determine a cause of death, let alone figure out who she was. Police theorized that she was the victim of a hit and run due to a broken pelvis. She was laid to rest in Elgin cemetery. Years later, in an effort ID the unknown Jane Doe, her body was exhumed multiple times for DNA testing. Finally, she was identified via forensic genetic genealogy, as Kathy Ann Smith. To date,not much has been shared publicly about Kathy's background besides the fact she was adopted. While police are still investigating her death and can't confirm whether she was murdered, infamous serial killer Henry Lee Lucas confessed to Kathy's murder before recanting. Police have not ruled Lucas out in Kathy's death.  If you have any information about Kathy's case, please call the Bastrop County Sheriff's Office at 512-549-5100 After more than three decades, this Texas Jane Doe has her name back, it's Kathy Ann Smith, and this is her story.  To listen to every episode of DNA: ID ad-free and get other benefits, simply  visit our channel page on Apple Podcasts to get started with an AbJack Insider subscription. Of course, you can also support DNA: ID with a Patreon subscription.   For all things DNA: ID, visit the show's homepage Visit this link to buy DNA ID Merch Follow DNA: ID on Social Media on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram

TW/CW: SA, description of a SA charge which contains strong language that may not be appropriate for sensitive listeners.18 year old Kelsey had just graduated high school and was out shopping for her a gift for her boyfriend when she vanished into thin air. Frantic hours passed with no leads. Investigators hit a brick wall. Until they looked at the CCTV footage from a Macy's parking lot and CCTV from a Target. Our first case in our Caught on Camera theme. This month's theme focuses on CCTV being the only thing that broke a case wide open. Tarot readings, merch, discord, patreon, Kofi, buy us a coffee and more here: https://linktr.ee/cruelteaGot a small business you'd like us to promote? Email Lillian @ lillianasterios@icloud.com for details. Want to win a month's sub to our Patreon? Join our discord and post a picture! If you need help joining discord just email Lillian. She'll walk you through it.

In this powerful message, Jake is joined by guests Rick and Ann Smith from Trauma Free World, as they discuss how to find hope when it is hard to find. They share practical advice on how to spiritually heal from trauma and rebuild trust. They discuss how trauma shapes our behaviors and how it can impact trust. They share how hope can help us in our journey through despair.If you're struggling with despair and the effects of trauma, or know someone who is, this message is for you. Rick and Ann provide insight and guidance on how to find hope in the midst of darkness. They offer practical advice on how to spiritually heal and rebuild trust. To learn more about Trauma Free World, click here: https://traumafreeworld.org/ Want to learn more? Join us for a training on July 11-13 at our Naperville campus.  Details here: https://traumafreeworld.org/product/advanced-trauma-competent-care-naperville-il/Use the coupon code TCC20 to attend the course for 20% off! Registration includes printed materials, lunch, and snacks.Questions? Contact Ann at annsmith@traumafreeworld.org Timestamps:Intro1:02 - Rick & Ann Smith Intro2:00 - Their connection to the Compass3:20 - What is trauma? 3:59 - Examples of Trauma, different kinds of trauma5:18 - What happens biologically & physiologically as a result of trauma?8:09 - the effects in the Frontal Lobe / Executive Functioning9:25 - Survival Behaviors9:50 - Are "behavioral problems" always a sign of trauma?11:00 - Over 70% of adults worldwide have experienced trauma12:00 - Timing of trauma and its lasting effects13:01 - Coping mechanisms14:15 - What hapens psychologically from unresolved trauma?15:48 - Trauma in the context of relationships17:46 - How to begin to trust again19:15 - Reminders to parents20:32 - Spiritual practices that are helpful for healing22:01 - Positive effects of being thankful23:24 - Benefits of Lamenting25:10 - God isn't afraid of our feelings25:29 - What we need most to heal26:25 - Next steps28:55 - Parting words; Heal from the root31:00 - Where you can find info on Trauma Free World#trauma #healing #spiritual #parenting #trust #survival #psychology Let us know you're here! If you have a need or prayer request we can support you: thecompass.net/connectioncard If you call The Compass your church home or you'd like to partner with us in what God is doing here, near, and far, you can visit thecompass.net/give

On this episode of Banking on KC, Ann Smith-Tate, President and CEO of the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss the opportunities for business growth in Shawnee—and the collaboration needed to move the entire region forward. Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

Taylor-Ann Smith is a graphic designer and the entrepreneur behind Ride Force. Taylor-Ann is originally from Montana, but has Wyoming roots. Taylor-Ann started Ride Force 3 years ago after she discovered that she couldn't find any clothes that made her look and feel good on her mountain bike. In this episode, Taylor-Ann shares her fascinating story about what led her to move to Jackson and her family's deep roots in Wyoming. We learn about her grandfather Duane Wiltse, who pioneered the first KOA in Wyoming, and her other grandparents who owned a cabin in Colter Bay.Stephan and Taylor-Ann engage in a compelling conversation about the birth of Ride Force, delving into how Taylor-Ann manages to balance her full-time job as a graphic designer while also running a successful business. The two explore the topic of overcoming obstacles and fears when embarking on new ventures, and Taylor-Ann openly shares the ups and downs of creating a clothing brand from scratch. Above all, she explains how she is striving to make a positive difference for anyone who wants to enjoy their favorite outdoor activities, no matter their body type. Find out more about Taylor-Ann and Ride Force at Ride-Force.comThis week's episode is supported in part by First Republic Bank. At First Republic, everyone gets a personal banker who will sit down and learn about you and your financial goals. Isn't it time you align yourself with a bank that believes in you and your future success? Learn more at FirstRepublic.com. Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender. Support also comes from Teton County Solid Waste and Recycling, reminding businesses of Teton County's “Curb to Compost” Program for food waste collection; an important next step in your restaurant's recycling program. More at TetonCountyWY.gov or at @RoadToZeroWaste.JH on Instagram.Want to be a guest on The Jackson Hole Connection? Email us at connect@thejacksonholeconnection.com. Marketing and editing support by Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com)

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"Purpose" is one of those conversations we love having. Everyone wants to know how to discover purpose, use their gifts and pursue their calling - that's amazing. But, the conversation about the cost or the "weight" of walking is your calling.  On this week's episode, I am having a lovely and transparent conversation with a dear friend, Stacy Ann Smith on what the journey of walking in your purpose and calling can look and feel like. Stacy is the Founder of Pursued International and a global advocate for human and sex trafficking. She left her 9-5 job to become a missionary; then again to build a non-profit organization. Her story is truly inspirational and will challenge you to grow your faith to pursue God's true calling for your life.  Share this podcast with someone... I know you'll be tremendously blessed. ___________________________________ If you're seeking to discover your purpose, get a copy of my book, Living A Royal Reality: Discovering your Identity, Purpose & Worth in Christ on Amazon or Kindle HERE If you need help to birth the book God has placed on your heart, check out www.dayelightpublishers.com  Follow me on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn @crystalsdaye  www.crystaldaye.com 

Bill Schaberg has arguably written the definitive history of how the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous was written.  Bill produced “Writing The Big Book,”  and his wife calls it, “the other big book,” because it's 650 pages, before the appendixes. Bill completed the book after 7 years of research from the source material.  Bill is a rare book collector and seller and it all started with his purchase of Jim Burwell's copy of the multilith copy of the original Big Book.    In Part 2 of the interview with Bill Schaberg, we discuss:What really happened when Ebby Thatcher visited Bill Wilson (The Kitchen Table Story)The problem with most AA historyThe many stories Bill told on how the steps were writtenWho really wrote, “To Wives,” and the urban legends about this chapterHank Parkhurt's role in writing the Big Book and his later resentment of Bill WilsonCheck out Bill Schaberg's site writingthebigbook.com where you can pick up his book, Writing the Big Book.Learn more about Hank Parkhurst at hankparkhurst.comWe have a favor to ask. The new Sober Friends website is up. At the bottom of the front page is a sign up for our weekly newsletter. We are starting an email newsletter to open up a dialogue with you and to communicate all the great stuff we have planned in 2023. Please help us out by signing up for the newsletter.Support the showIf you love our podcast, SMASH that follow button! Give us a review on Apple Podcasts and a rating on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram @soberfriendspod. Connect with the show at soberfriendspod.com. On Post.News @soberfriendspod. Your financial support at Buymeacoffee/Soberfriendspod, keeps the show in the ears of the new guy and gal.

After a decade of working in various independent casting offices and TV/film studios, Leigh Ann Smith and Conrad Woolfe founded Indigo Casting in 2021 with the mission to empower creatives to produce dynamic, compelling stories through collaboration and curiosity. Most recently, they cast GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES, a musical TV series coming to Paramount+ on April 6th. Between them, additional credits include: LOVE, VICTOR (Hulu), THE BABY-SITTERS CLUB (Netflix), IN THE HEIGHTS (WB Pictures), THE WALKING DEAD: WORLD BEYOND (AMC), THIS IS US (NBC), MARY POPPINS RETURNS (Disney). https://www.instagram.com/indigo_casting www.indigocasting.co Elizabeth Boykewich is a Coach & Facilitator specializing in Transformation, Mindfulness & Leadership. She is a casting maven and served as the Head of Casting for ABC Family & Freeform at The Walt Disney Company for 17 years and now works as an independent casting director. Giant THANK YOU to all of the actors who submitted questions. If you'd like to submit a Q to be answered on the podcast or tik tok please visit the "for actors" page on my website. Link below. SUBMIT A QUESTION HERE: https://theeb.co/for-actors EB Imdb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0102130/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 THRIVING (not Surviving) in 2023 Workshop with EB February 11! We Discuss: +Importance of good headshots +Over personalizing in casting +Casting By documentary https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casting_By +Importance of defining your why +Most powerful tool in casting director arsenal +What made Conrad leave the business and why he came back +Power of no (and yes) +A yes to something is a no to something else. +Finding ways to connect to your integrity +Journey of performer to casting career +Why they are called Indigo Casting +How their job has changed in this new auditioning world +Tiffany Mac episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/64nQBb5Pbyw3nWuy7lqF2z?si=NoUoD4-1TAqpTAp7FdvPsA +Process of casting a musical virtually +Andrew Fem @castingbythem +Importance of intentionality in casting +"Historically what we've been taught is sit down and shut up until you've reached a certain level or you've gotta earn your place" +The dynamic of castings relationship with the creative team +After you pass along your picks of the actor to the director, do you have any swing power on behalf of the actor or is that solely the director's pick from that point? +Their "No a$$hole policy" +Different type of approval processes depending on the director +Fitting the puzzle that is that process. +What they love about casting. +Why having a community is so important. +The process and struggles of introducing, suggesting, pushing for actors of color slash diversity for roles that are not initially written as, or looking to be cast as diverse --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth-boykewich/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth-boykewich/support

Bill Schaberg has arguably written the definitive history of how the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous was written.  Bill produced “Writing The Big Book,”  and his wife calls it, “the other big book,” because it's 650 pages, before the appendixes. Bill completed the book after 7 years of research from the source material.  Bill is a rare book collector and seller and it all started with his purchase of Jim Burwell's copy of the multilith copy of the original Big Book.    In Part 1 of the interview with Bill Schaberg, we discuss:The genesis of the why he wrote the bookBill W's realization of why a book was writtenBill W's original plan to help alcoholics recoverHank Pankhurst - the founder that drank and how there would be no Big Book without himThe Oxford Group - how the originals got soberBill Schaberg's controversial take on who should be on the AA Mount RushmoreCheck out Bill Schaberg's site writingthebigbook.com where you can pick up his book, Writing the Big Book.Learn more about Hank Parkhurst at hankparkhurst.comWe have a favor to ask. The new Sober Friends website is up. At the bottom of the front page is a sign up for our weekly newsletter. We are starting an email newsletter to open up a dialogue with you and to communicate all the great stuff we have planned in 2023. Please help us out by signing up for the newsletter.Support the showIf you love our podcast, SMASH that follow button! Give us a review on Apple Podcasts and a rating on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram @soberfriendspod. Connect with the show at soberfriendspod.com. On Post.News @soberfriendspod. Your financial support at Buymeacoffee/Soberfriendspod, keeps the show in the ears of the new guy and gal.

A playful, theatrical, enlightening exploration of the right brain and the sacred feminine.  Dale Allen is the Guest Speaker for the Illuminator Series with the Green Tent Circle hosted by Ann Smith.www.thecore.spacewww.greententcircle.com

Schools won't change on their own, often needing a push from concerned educators, community members and, most importantly, parents. But too often parents don't know how to get involved or how to speak out on behalf of their children.   Thankfully there are tools and resources out there to help parents understand their rights (and the rights of their children) and learn how to talk to policymakers and educational leaders about ensuring their children get the education they deserve. One of those organizations is African Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities (AFCAMP), led by Executive Director Ann Smith. Ann joins me on the podcast this week.   We need more parents as educational advocates if we're going to make real change happen. And the more they learn, the more comfortable they are with speaking up for their children and for the community as a whole. Ann shares what those resources are and why they're so incredibly important. About Ann Smith, JD, MBA: Ann R. Smith, JD, MBA is a “change-maker” who can speak to the importance of engaging families, youth, and community to address inequitable policies and practices that produce disparate outcomes across the intersecting education, juvenile justice, and health (physical / behavioral / mental) systems.   Ann is Executive Director of African Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities, Inc. (AFCAMP) commonly known as AFCAMP Advocacy for Children, a parent-led nonprofit organization headquartered in Hartford, CT. For 20+ years AFCAMP has provided resources, training and advocacy to promote authentic family and youth voices to inform decision-making within child-serving systems including education, juvenile justice, child welfare and children's behavioral health.   Pursuing equity fuels AFCAMP's work to transform systems and reduce the adverse and disproportionate impacts experienced by youth of color and youth with disabilities. A multi-level approach is employed to reform systemic policies and practices that proliferate inequitable education, justice, health, and economic outcomes for children and families of color with a particular focus on those that are Black.   Ann currently serves as a Tri-Chair of the Connecticut Children's Behavioral Health Plan Implementation Advisory Board. She also serves on other advisory bodies and nonprofit boards of directors. She held multiple roles over 16 years of service with the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and its predecessors. Ann is also an attorney licensed by the State of CT. Jump in the Conversation: [1:34] - Where school transformation began for Ann [2:48] - Parents don't always know their rights [4:32] - Community Parent Resource Center   [5:50] - Find out about your own state's resource center [8:18] - Where to begin in gaining empowerment [10:55] - How the system encourages and accepts parents and youth [13:01] - When families are actively involved, the process of education with their kids, the outcomes are better  [21:14] - Turbo Time [22:49] - What you need to know about parent engagement [24:33] - Ann's Magic Wand [26:19] - Maureen's Takeaways   Links & Resources African Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities (AFCAMP) US Department of Education Parent Resource Centers Center for Parent Information and Resources Connecticut Family Engagement Project Connecticut Children's Behavioral Health Plan Implementation Advisory Board  Email Maureen Maureen's TEDx: Changing My Mind to Change Our Schools The Education Evolution Facebook: Follow Education Evolution Twitter: Follow Education Evolution LinkedIn: Follow Education Evolution EdActive Collective Maureen's book: Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched Kids Micro-school feature on Good Morning America The Micro-School Coalition Facebook: The Micro-School Coalition LEADPrep

This “Janus Adams Show” Special features TEAM DREAM—a documentary film short about two elite swimmers (Ann Smith, 82, and Madeline Murphy Rabb, 76) and their journey to the National Senior Games. A serious contender in the run-up to awards season, this little star of a film flares with unexpected brilliance—capturing imaginations and challenging long-standing assumptions about Black people, swimming, history, current realities, the surprising facts of life (and death), and joy—“Black joy.” Guests: athletes Rabb and Smith, filmmaker Luchina Fisher, and historian Kevin Dawson. The film TEAM DREAM was made possible by the Queen Collective—an initiative begun by executive producer Queen Latifah and Procter & Gamble—to create opportunities for women filmmakers of color to tell their stories by providing access to mentorship, production support, and distribution.

Presented by Emprise Bank Hosts: Matt Baysinger, CEO of Swell Spark Andy Rieger, President of J. Rieger & Company Each episode provides a quick download of a single company and that executive's journey to where they are today.

The Day I Became a Hurricane (Hooked on Books Jamrock, 2022) is a children's educational book on hurricanes written by Dr. Rose-Ann Smith. Based on current research on natural disasters and disaster risk management, the book aims to educate children on the development of a hurricane and its impacts. It introduces them to hurricane preparedness while seamlessly interweaving an underlying story about self-acceptance and self-identity. The book therefore manages to accomplish a lot, not only imbuing practical knowledge about hurricanes, but also teaching children important life lessons concerning the perils of peer pressure and getting carried away with power, as well as the importance of accepting yourself for who you are. The book is meant for children in grades 1 to 5 but can be enjoyed by persons of any age who wish to learn more about hurricanes, serving as a very creative means of information dissemination on the topic. Dr. Smith holds a PhD in Human Geography. She is a lecturer and consultant in disaster risk management and climate change adaptation based at the Department of Geography and Geology, the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica. Dr. Smith is passionate about community development and community-based disaster risk management, with a strong focus on resilience building and sustainable livelihoods. Her other areas of interest include cultural tourism, eco-tourism, environmental management, and issues faced by indigenous populations and other highly vulnerable groups. She also believes that children are central to disaster risk reduction. The Day I Became a Hurricane is her first piece of children's literature, and marks the first in a series of books she hopes to develop to educate children on disasters. Aleem Mahabir is a PhD candidate in Geography at the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica. His research interests lie at the intersection of Urban Geography, Social Exclusion and Psychology. His dissertation research focuses on the link among negative psychosocial dispositions, exclusion, and under-development among marginalized communities in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. You can find him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The Day I Became a Hurricane (Hooked on Books Jamrock, 2022) is a children's educational book on hurricanes written by Dr. Rose-Ann Smith. Based on current research on natural disasters and disaster risk management, the book aims to educate children on the development of a hurricane and its impacts. It introduces them to hurricane preparedness while seamlessly interweaving an underlying story about self-acceptance and self-identity. The book therefore manages to accomplish a lot, not only imbuing practical knowledge about hurricanes, but also teaching children important life lessons concerning the perils of peer pressure and getting carried away with power, as well as the importance of accepting yourself for who you are. The book is meant for children in grades 1 to 5 but can be enjoyed by persons of any age who wish to learn more about hurricanes, serving as a very creative means of information dissemination on the topic. Dr. Smith holds a PhD in Human Geography. She is a lecturer and consultant in disaster risk management and climate change adaptation based at the Department of Geography and Geology, the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica. Dr. Smith is passionate about community development and community-based disaster risk management, with a strong focus on resilience building and sustainable livelihoods. Her other areas of interest include cultural tourism, eco-tourism, environmental management, and issues faced by indigenous populations and other highly vulnerable groups. She also believes that children are central to disaster risk reduction. The Day I Became a Hurricane is her first piece of children's literature, and marks the first in a series of books she hopes to develop to educate children on disasters. Aleem Mahabir is a PhD candidate in Geography at the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica. His research interests lie at the intersection of Urban Geography, Social Exclusion and Psychology. His dissertation research focuses on the link among negative psychosocial dispositions, exclusion, and under-development among marginalized communities in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. You can find him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies

The Day I Became a Hurricane (Hooked on Books Jamrock, 2022) is a children's educational book on hurricanes written by Dr. Rose-Ann Smith. Based on current research on natural disasters and disaster risk management, the book aims to educate children on the development of a hurricane and its impacts. It introduces them to hurricane preparedness while seamlessly interweaving an underlying story about self-acceptance and self-identity. The book therefore manages to accomplish a lot, not only imbuing practical knowledge about hurricanes, but also teaching children important life lessons concerning the perils of peer pressure and getting carried away with power, as well as the importance of accepting yourself for who you are. The book is meant for children in grades 1 to 5 but can be enjoyed by persons of any age who wish to learn more about hurricanes, serving as a very creative means of information dissemination on the topic. Dr. Smith holds a PhD in Human Geography. She is a lecturer and consultant in disaster risk management and climate change adaptation based at the Department of Geography and Geology, the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica. Dr. Smith is passionate about community development and community-based disaster risk management, with a strong focus on resilience building and sustainable livelihoods. Her other areas of interest include cultural tourism, eco-tourism, environmental management, and issues faced by indigenous populations and other highly vulnerable groups. She also believes that children are central to disaster risk reduction. The Day I Became a Hurricane is her first piece of children's literature, and marks the first in a series of books she hopes to develop to educate children on disasters. Aleem Mahabir is a PhD candidate in Geography at the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica. His research interests lie at the intersection of Urban Geography, Social Exclusion and Psychology. His dissertation research focuses on the link among negative psychosocial dispositions, exclusion, and under-development among marginalized communities in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. You can find him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode I'm telling Russ about the tragic murder of Kelsey Smith. Kelsey was an 18 year old girl from Kansas who had just graduated high school and couldn't wait to start college in the fall. She went to Target one night and was never seen again. It wasn't until police looked at the camera footage from the store that they discovered a truly sinister series of events! We also speak about the current case in the news about a Georgia woman named Debbie Collier and where it stands now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Mindful Conversations Matt and Rob are joined by Ann Smith from Trauma Free World.  Ann has been working around the globe helping to train and inform people on how to be trauma informed.  She brings a wealth of information to this conversation about being trauma informed and how to understand the different perspectives that relate to this topic.   

On this day in 1762, Ann Smith Franklin became the sole editor and publisher of the Newport Mercury newspaper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are lucky to welcome back Mark Mohammadpour for his second feature on the #AllShineNoFlash podcast. Ann and Mark discuss their most recent collaboration, a presentation given at the PRSA Counselors Academy about the hot topic of workplace best practices, listening to your gut (and heart) and retaining great talent. 

Enjoy Lee Ann Smith's short story, "Gone."

In this episode Janine Latham, our Journals Manager, talks with the managing editors from two of Berghahn's journals: Dr Ann Smith from Girlhood Studies and Dina Davida from TURBA.

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Lizzy Paris - Crash n' Burn  Heddy's Revenge - Beating Heart  Ainsley Costello - Love Letter  Tiffany Ann Smith - Encourage the Encourager   HEGAZY - Do You Want Me Now  writer Daniel Wolf - Collage  Nadie Reyhani - Dust And Gold  October Brigade - Time Will Tell   Natalie D-Napoleon - Mother Of Exiles  Reality Suite - Sleep With Ghosts feat. Aurin  For Music Biz Resources Visit and Visit our Sponsor Allen Copeland at Visit our Sponsor Rock Your Next Release at Visit our Sponsor Indie Bible at Visit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at:

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Lizzy Paris - Crash n' Burn  Heddy's Revenge - Beating Heart  Ainsley Costello - Love Letter  Tiffany Ann Smith - Encourage the Encourager   HEGAZY - Do You Want Me Now  writer Daniel Wolf - Collage  Nadie Reyhani - Dust And Gold  October Brigade - Time Will Tell   Natalie D-Napoleon - Mother Of Exiles  Reality Suite - Sleep With Ghosts feat. Aurin  For Music Biz Resources Visit and Visit our Sponsor Allen Copeland at Visit our Sponsor Rock Your Next Release at Visit our Sponsor Indie Bible at Visit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at:

Join Denese Duran and Ann Smith as they discuss the sensational audio drama Past Due, Google highlighting notable black inventors, and the resurfacing of the Ray J and Kim K sex tape on Roblox. This panel features an interview with Xperience J, Co-Founder of Black Audio Dramas Exist and Sound Designer. Xperience J is a multi-hyphenate creative from Alexandria, Virginia. She is the co-founder of Black Audio Dramas Exist, where she promotes creatively provocative audio dramas written, produced, and starring Black creatives. Xperience is passionately driven by her love of the arts and the innate desire to amplify Black voices through media. She has written and produced two audio dramas, "Past Due Audio Series" and "Kiss: The Audio Series,” which can currently be found on most major streaming platforms. Most recently, she established Shhh! Jus' Listen Media, where she uses her love of sound to produce innovative audio experiences that will change the face of audio dramas forever. Social Media Links Twitter: @PastDueAudio Instagram: @PastDueAudioSeries Instagram: @xperiencejay FaceBook: @PastDueAudioSeries --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Shannon & Christine as they talk with Ann & Angela about the Green Tent Circle and Environmental Wellness. Join us in community: Women Connected in Wisdom Community Listen to past episodes: https://womenconnectedinwisdompodcast.com/ Our Sponsor - Shealo Glo -  Now offering Subscriptions * Delivered on the 1st & 15th! Stillpoint: A Self-Care Playbook for Caregivers Join Christine at an event! Book a free coaching consult with Christine here: https://www.christinegautreaux.com Like & Subscribe to get notifications when we are live: Women Connected in Wisdom Instagram Women Connected in Wisdom on Facebook   Resources From Today's Show: The Green Tent Circle “Don't Look Up!” Status on the Commission of Women 7 habits of highly effective people Check your voter registration Reinventing Organizations The Millionth Circle - Jean Shinoda Bolen Reducing our Impact regarding fashion FL Rights of nature petition News about FL Rights of Nature Rising Appalacia - Resilient One and All Wisdom Community   How to connect with our guests today: Ann Smith & Angela Weber are Circle evangelists, facilitators, speakers, organizers and co-creators of the newly formed Green Tent Circle www.greententcircle.com  

If you are a mama or soon-to-be mom, this episode could save you hundreds of dollars! Kelly Ann Smith is joining me today to help all the mamas out there learn how to budget, save, and prepare for your baby in order to make the whole process a little less overwhelming! Kelly is the owner and founder of Freedom In A Budget, an investing and personal finance brand dedicated to educating people on how to grow their income as well as how to spend, save and invest their money. Follow Allison on instagram: @inspiredbudgetEnjoying the show? Make sure to subscribe & leave a review!Resources:FREE Budget Class Check out the full show notes here on the blogLinks mentioned:Follow Kelly Ann on Youtube | Instagram | Twitter | FacebookBaby Budget Spreadsheet TemplateKelly Ann's Baby Budget Breakdown

Creativity is yours and the world needs your unique offerings of love!Dale Allen and Leah Myers met in the Green Tent Circle, which is an open organization and resource for women to come into sacred circle with a devotion to each other and the Earth. Many dynamic and talented women join the online circle, and many in-person circles meet around the globe.This podcast episode is from an interview that Leah did with Dale, and focuses on creativity.  More Green Tent episodes will follow on The Core, highlighting the gifts, talents and offerings of the women.  Leah's beautiful artwork appears in Dale's film, "In Our Right Minds - Guiding Women to the Strength as Leaaders, Leading Men to Strength Without Armor," currently honored with finalist and semi-finalist placements by 13 International Film Festivals in process for 2022.Dale's Film:  https://www.thecore.spaceLeah's Website:  http://leahspeace.weebly.comGreen Tent Circle:  http://www.greententcircle.comGreen Tent Circle came about when Angela Weber from Salvador, Brazil, and Ann Smith from Naples, Florida, came together with an email from Angela. They have been friends and colleagues since they were instrumental in holding the highly successful Anglican Encounter, Churches in Solidarity with Women. This first ever and only worldwide gathering by women about women's issues for the Anglican Communion was held in Salvador, Brazil, in 1992. It was planned and carried out by representatives from Brazil, Latin America, Central America, Caribbean, Indigenous, United States and Canada. Women ​and men from around the world attended.It also was revolutionary in that it truly represented grassroots women voices and stories, and a circle process with small groups where every voice was heard for reflection and sharing.  "Green Tents are safe places for connection and repair, re-weaving the torn fabric of our livesand the world back into wholeness."

Join Denese Duran and Ann Smith as they discuss with Pariah Sinclair her Life as a Baltimore Drag House Wife, the importance of sexuality education, and the M.O.R.E Act. Pariah Sinclair is known for humor, sass, and beauty. She has been performing around the DMV and beyond for 4-plus years. In addition to being an entertainer, Pariah produces and hosts multiple shows around the Baltimore area. Her passion for camp and glamour makes audiences come back for more and more! Instagram: @pariah_sinclair @weneedtotlkpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

CW: this episode contains descriptions of violence against a pregnant person Our first minisode features a case out of Stockton, CA that seems to have gone cold practically as soon as it began.   Barbara Ann Smith's body was found behind a portable classroom on the grounds of Van Buren Elementary in 1991, and 30 years later, we still don't know anything else.  What happened to Barbara Ann Smith? Sources https://www.abc10.com/article/news/crime/unsolved-california-chapter-story/103-097c2ac6-7a45-437a-9b30-6c3df3f78eb0 https://www.abc10.com/article/news/crime/pregnant-stockton-woman-unsolved/103-7974f9fc-8bfc-4c73-b137-4da591335dc8?utm_source=operamini&utm_medium=feednews&utm_campaign=operamini_feednews&fr=operanews https://m.facebook.com/SJCDA/photos/a.413782925335053/4593214954058475/ https://twitter.com/madisoncwade/status/1461781342132355082?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Standing 5ft 11 inches tall and fully broadtail, communications/production specialist and talk show host, Stacy-Ann Smith shares her childhood trauma of having a clothes pin being placed on her nose to make it smaller.She walks us through the lessons she has learned from the experiences she had as a child and how it made her the confident regal woman she is today!

Adding probiotics improves the gut's health and its ability to absorb cbd.  Functional beverages address specific major health issues such as diabetes, arthritis, aging, kidney disease, and heart health through scientifically proven ingredients rather than chemically-derived pills.  Founder and CEO, Sammy Nasrollahi  and COO Ann Smith at Hydro One LLC join Dan Humiston to talk about their newest wellness functional beverage, Canabix.   They explain how this patent-pending CBD + Probiotic beverage is formulated with full-body health in mind.Produced by PodConxMJBulls - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capitalDan Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humistonSammy Nasrollahi - https://podconx.com/guests/sammy-nasrollahiHydro One LLC - https://hydroonebeverages.com/

Season 2 is HERE!! Autumn tells a story about a missing persons case that changes laws and Erin will tell the local tale of the 1920's Mahoney Trunk Murder. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

My guest today is Lee Ann Smith who shares about her and her family's hardship from the loss of their home. November 24, 2018 ,the day after Thanksgiving, they had a house fire that resulted in a total loss. Lee Ann shares what withstood the fire and my friends it will give you goose bumps, it did for me! Lee Ann shares her perspective that “everything happens for a reason” and while the loss of their home was devastating, it also allowed them to create a new chapter in their lives, which involved once again navigating through unexpected circumstances- cancer and covid. Lee Ann along with her family tackled their challenges with having a positive attitude! I was so inspired hearing from Lee Ann and I hope you are too! Thank you for listening and be sure to check out my website www.chooseyourjourney.co to hear other episodes of inspiration!

Interview with Manlius Senior Activity Center Director Ann Smith

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Ann-Marita - Easy Enough  Doreen Pinkerton - This Life - Version 3  Elza - Someone For Everyone  Jaxony Reign - Let The Credits Roll  Onism E - Stay  Jenn DeSantis - Unrequited  Kristen McKay - Hey!  Tiffany Ann Smith - Prove God Wrong   Harmonious Wail - Beyond The Pale  RockHound - Airtight feat. Celly Black  For Music Biz Resources Visit and Visit our Sponsor Joy Chapman at Visit our Sponsor Rock Your Next Release at   Visit our Sponsor Lyndon Descant at Visit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at:

Bill visits with 95-year-old Ann Smith, a retired missionary to Japan with great wisdom and insight who continues to discover new facets of life. The decades-long friends discuss finding joy amidst pain, being fully present in day-to-day life, expectations versus expectancy, the power of music to unite and other lessons learned through their seasoned journeys of life.