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Are you the go-to person for everyone's problems and struggling to set boundaries? Do you feel drained from always putting others first? Tune in for an inspiring discussion Amy Wilson on her new book Happy to Help: Adventures of a People Pleaser.#MomentsWithMarianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET 1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! Amy Wilson is an author, recipient of a Mom's Choice Gold Award, and has served as contributing editor for Parenting Magazine. Her writing has also appeared in Redbook, Parents, and New York Family magazines, and on websites like CNN, NPR, and The New York Times. Amy is also an actor who starred on Broadway and appeared as a series regular on multiple network sitcoms. Amy was the performer and creator of Mother Load, a solo show which toured to sixteen cities nationwide after its hit off-Broadway run. Her comedy solo work was also featured at the HBO US Comedy Arts Festival. https://www.amywilson.comFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Today our guest is Barbara Gruener a seasoned consultant, mentor, author, and coach. Barbara sheds light on the significance of names in fostering respectful and compassionate relationships, particularly in school settings. We explore how using names thoughtfully can help nurture a more inclusive and caring environment for both students and staff. Barbara also introduces her latest book, which delves into the power of understanding and respect in personal relationships, offering valuable insights for educators and beyond. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Learn more about the NEW Tier 3 Solution Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Attend our next live product preview Visit the CharacterStrong Website A nationally-recognized speaker, veteran counselor, and author of three Mom's Choice Gold Award books, Barbara Gruener thrives on positively influencing character change, passionately helping people stay in the moment to create caring connections, and intentionally improving school climate and culture. Her innovative, inspirational ideas are sparked by 40 years in education growing alongside learners from every age and stage on her home campus as well as in myriad schools where she is a mentor. Barbara's high energy growth sessions have captivated educators and encouraged them to connect by heart as they spread hope and joy in their character building. Though Barbara's farming roots will always be in Wisconsin, she and her husband raised their now-grown family in Friendswood, Texas. She was just promoted to Grammy, most certainly her best gig yet.

MONOLOGUE A Call to Stand Unwaveringly With Israel October 7th Anniversary What Does it Mean to Be Jewish in North America After October 7th? https://www.msnbc.com/morning-joe/watch/rabbis-reflect-on-what-it-means-to-be-jewish-in-the-u-s-one-year-after-october-7-221061189904 Why Did October 7th Massacre Ignite So Much Antisemitism in the West? https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/10/october-7-anti-semitism-united-states/680176/  Dr. Carole Lieberman, America's Psychiatrist. Her latest book, Lions and Tigers and Terrorists, Oh My! How to Protect Your Child in a Time of Terror, is the first and only book about terrorism for kids (and their parents and teachers). It won awards at the New York, London, Paris and Hollywood Book Festivals, and a Mom's Choice Gold Award. THE SMART MONEY Canada's banks should prepare for the risk of a failure, says C.D. Howe expert https://financialpost.com/fp-finance/banking/canadas-banks-should-prepare-for-a-failure-says-c-d-howe-expert Boomers are giving kids money before they die in ‘dysfunctional' system https://financialpost.com/wealth/smart-money/boomers-giving-kids-money-before-they-die-dysfunctional-system  Jonathan Wellum, President/CEO of Rocklinc Investment Partners 905-631-5462 info@rocklinc.com www.rocklinc.com IDF prepares 'significant' retaliatory strike to Iran's missile barrage https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-823263  Daniel Bordman, Senior Contributor with The National Telegraph https://thenationaltelegraph.com on X @DanielBordmanOG On YouTube @thenationaltelegraph9253 Parliament at a standstill over scandal-plagued yet immune-from-liability Liberals https://www.rebelnews.com/parliament_at_a_standstill_over_scandal_plagued_yet_immune_from_liability_liberals  Tamara Ugolini is a Senior Editor with Rebel News OPEN LINES THE MORNING GUY Bloc levels ultimatum at Liberals, threatens vote to bring down government https://nationalpost.com/news/bloc-levels-ultimatum-at-liberals-threatens-vote-to-bring-down-government Marc Patrone – Host of “The Marc Patrone Morning Show” Weekdays 7-9am Sauga 960 AM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/Jennifer SwansonAloha everyone, and welcome to another thought-provoking and inspiring episode of the podcast! Today, we're honored to be joined by a guest whose lifelong passion for science and technology has ignited the imaginations of countless young minds. From starting her first science club in her garage at the age of 7 to becoming an award-winning author of over 50 nonfiction books, Jennifer Swanson has truly dedicated her life to making the wonders of STEM accessible to children everywhere.Jennifer's books like *BRAIN GAMES*, *SUPER GEAR*, and *Save the Crash-Test Dummies* not only educate but inspire a deep curiosity about the world around us. With accolades that range from the Parents' Choice Gold Award to National Science Teaching Association's BEST STEM awards, she's a powerhouse in the realm of science education.But what sets Jennifer apart is her ability to connect complex scientific ideas to everyday life in ways that leave us in awe of the universe. Whether she's presenting at the Library of Congress' National Book Festival or the World Science Festival, Jennifer reminds us that the world is a place of wonder, waiting to be explored. Today, we dive into the mind of a true science communicator, and we'll explore how her work helps kids—and the kid inside all of us—unlock the potential of discovery. So, buckle up and get ready to expand your curiosity as we welcome Jennifer Swanson to the podcast!https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-swanson-0608471ahttps://jenniferswansonbooks.com/ Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/

This episode titled "A Kid Friendly Way to Talk about Interpersonal Violence and Empathy" was one of the most popular episodes of the Puberty Prof Podcast. I hope you enjoy listening to this replay! Probably the most challenging topic for the Puberty Prof to talk about deals with Interpersonal Violence, including inappropriate touches and personal boundaries. This episode introduces this topic with the help of Mr. Sean and Rodney. Mr. Sean and Rodney provides in-person and virtual SEL presentations on the topics of empathy and violence prevention while featuring puppetry and original super hero stories. Topics such as bullying, upstanders, racism, and personal body safety/consent are Mr. Sean's and Rodney's focus. Originally released during in 2022 of the Puberty Prof Podcast, this episode is an audience favorite! To get in touch with Mr. Sean, email him at: mrseanpresents@gmail.com Or check out his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/mrseanpresents/ To watch this episode on the Puberty Prof's YouTube channel, go to: https://youtu.be/QTNysrYJy3k Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to help start and continue conversations with your pre-teen. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-puberty-app/id1518896929 Also available is the TALK B4 Sex app which helps to start conversations on a variety of sexuality topics including healthy relationships, feelings and beliefs about sex, and identity. (Click here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-b4-sex/id1550222041) Another resource that can provide you with more information for what questions children might ask is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode titled "Healthy Habits of Emotional Well-Being" was one of the most popular episodes of the Puberty Prof Podcast. I hope you enjoy listening to this replay! Part of growing up includes figuring out how to handle your feelings, especially when moodiness occurs. In this episode, Elle Mark, a certified prevention professional and 2020 Miss Croix Valley representative, provides recommendations for positive emotional health. The Campaign for Change Direction is also explained which includes “5 Healthy Habits of Emotional Well-being.” Originally released during the first year of the Puberty Prof Podcast, this episode is an audience favorite! More about this episode's guest: Elle Mark is a Certified Prevention Professional with a passion to prevent youth substance use and promote mental and emotional well-being. Elle currently serves as the Prevention Education Manager for the Know the Truth Prevention Program working to empower students across the state of Minnesota to be substance free. In her spare time, Elle serves as Miss St. Croix Valley promoting the Campaign the Change Direction and their “5 Healthy Habits of Emotional Well-being”.  You can follow Elle on Facebook and Instagram @MissStCroixValleyFestival2020 as well as on Twitter @MissElleMark Have a question you want answered on the Puberty Prof podcast? Ask them on the Puberty Prof's website page. Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to further help you start and continue conversations. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions. Another resource that can provide you with more information for what questions children might ask is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode titled "Mental Health & Mental Health Conditions in the Pre-Teen and Teen Years" was one of the most popular episodes of the Puberty Prof Podcast. I hope you enjoy listening to this replay! On this episode, Brant Gauthier talks with the Puberty Prof about the realities of Mental Health and Mental Health Conditions during the pre-teen and teen years. A passionate educator from the local community resource National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI.org), this guest talks about statistics and stigmas existing in the United States, as well as the symptoms and signs to look for. Brant also candidly shares his own challenges when growing up, as well explains what tools exist for young and older people. Originally released during the first  year of the Puberty Prof Podcast, this episode is an audience favorite! Click below for more information on the resources noted in this episode: National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI Southwest Michigan (including Brant's contact information)  Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to further help you start and continue conversations. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions. Another resource that can provide you with more information for what questions children might ask is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I chat with Barbara Gruener, a passionate and connected educator embarking on her 40th year in this field and who is blessed to have grown alongside thousands of children and adults of all ages and stages. This nationally-recognized and sought-after speaker and coach holds a BS from the University of Wisconsin in Madison and two MS degrees from the University of Houston-Clear Lake, but more importantly, she gets to hold and dynamically shape the hearts of the people whom she has the delight to teach, mentor, coach and love. Barbara truly thrives on connecting by heart and unwrapping the present as she works with intention to help school stakeholders and leaders create a climate of acceptance, belonging, compassion and love. She is the author of two Mom's Choice Gold Award-winning books and the proud mom to three amazing adult children. Barbara grew up on her family's dairy farm in Wisconsin, but today she and her husband John call Friendswood, Texas, home. During our conversation, we talked about the role that choice plays in education. Barbara points out that choice is often discussed but done so through the lens of student voice. And while this is important, she acknowledges, it is also limiting. Barbara shared how providing choice communicates trust, a necessary foundation for building strong, healthy relationships. By telling students that we trust their ability to make good choices and that we are available to guide them through inevitable poor choices, we are building relationships. Barbara also suggested that providing choice improves the mental health for our students thereby enhancing our approaches to SEL in our schools. When students feel that they do not have options, their stress levels rise and this leads to a basic physiological response - fight, flight, or freeze. Yes, student choice is important in our classes but it's so much more than amplifying voice.  Ready to hear more? Let's go. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecounternarrative/support

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we feature inspiring stories and conversations with people who are making a positive impact on the world. Today, we are honored to have Rob Sheer, the founder of global nonprofit Comfort Cases, join us.Comfort Cases is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comfort and support to children in foster care. Through their programs and initiatives, they aim to ensure that no child has to endure the upheaval of moving from home to home with nothing but a trash bag to hold their belongings. Rob Sheer, a former foster child himself, founded Comfort Cases with the goal of improving the foster care experience for children everywhere.In this episode, we'll hear Rob's personal story and the inspiration behind the creation of Comfort Cases. We'll also learn about the impact Comfort Cases has had on children and families around the world and what they have in store for the future as we introduce our new amazing segment with our friends at Comfort Cases! Next up, Todd Parr is an American author and illustrator of children's books. His books are known for their vibrant illustrations, positive messages, and themes of diversity and inclusivity.Parr has written and illustrated over 50 books, including "It's Okay to be Different," "The Family Book," and "The Goodbye Book." His books cover a wide range of topics, from celebrating differences and promoting self-acceptance to dealing with loss and saying goodbye.Parr's work has been praised for its ability to help children feel seen and valued, no matter their differences or challenges. He has won numerous awards for his books, including the Parents' Choice Gold Award and the National Parenting Publications Gold Award.In addition to his work as an author and illustrator, Parr is also a philanthropist and activist. He has donated millions of dollars to children's charities and is a strong advocate for causes such as children's education, animal welfare, and LGBTQ+ rights.Whether through his books or his activism, Todd Parr's work has touched the lives of countless children and families, promoting love, kindness, and acceptance for all.Thank you to our family of amazing sponsors! Ochsner Hospital for ChildrenRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comKid's Dream Dress ShopWww.kidsdreamus.comSandpiper VacationsWww.sandpipiervactions.comPinxav Diaper Rash CreamWww.pinxav.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream Company

Today in The Good Girl Confessional, host Sandy Lowres chats with Dr Vanessa Atienza-Hipolito - Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists. She is a Clinical Director, Specialist of Breast Imaging and Intervention and solopreneur/business owner at Women's Breast Imaging (WBI) in Cottesloe, Western Australia.Vanessa is also a qualified and fellowship-trained subspecialist in Musculoskeletal Imaging, Interventional and Vascular Radiology and Paediatric Radiology in Perth Western Australia. Dr Vanessa is a passionate educator and is an Adjunct Clinical Senior Lecturer at Curtin University, The University of Western Australia, and Edith Cowan University.As of 2022, she is a published co-author of three book anthologies: Courage and Confidence: What It Really Takes To Succeed in Business Global Girls - Find Your Thing;And The Power To Rise Above - a book I am so proud to have co-authored with Vanessa, and so thrilled that Vanessa reads from her chapter for us on work place bullying. We are so thrilled this book of hope is in the Hollywood Swag Bags given to 2023 Oscar Nominees including Jamie Lee Curtis, Michelle Yeoh, Cate Blanchett and Steven Spielberg, amongst others.Her notable awards are: Millennial Achiever Award presented by Filipino Australian Club of Perth (2019) People's Choice Gold Award for the ‘Making A Difference (Local Community)' category presented by AusMumpreneur (2021) Breast Radiologist of the Year presented by the Radiology Awards (2022) A highly respected Breast Imaging Specialist, Dr Vanessa is also an accomplished speaker, wife, mother and triathlete.Like many women she faces the stressful challenges of juggling the demands of a career and family whilst taking care of her own physical and spiritual wellbeing. A bright and engaging role model, she always strives to be the best she can both professionally and personally. She is also committed to helping others do the same by sharing the experience and wisdom gained from her own amazing personal journey.Above all, Dr Vanessa saves lives. It is her personal mission to save as many lives as possible by spreading her message of preventative medicine and detecting breast cancer early using advanced mammogram and ultrasound screening technologies such as used at her business at WBI. Along with her message of physical well-being, Dr Vanessa also enthusiastically speaks on self-care, self-compassion, resilience and overcoming difficulties, providing practical strategies that are easily applied to everyday life.You can follow Dr Vanessa here:Instagram: @dr.vanessa.atienza.hipolitoFacebook: Dr Vanessa Atienza-HipolitoTwitter: @DrVanessaAHLinkedIn: Dr Vanessa Atienza-HipolitoWebsite: www.drvanessaa.com linktr.ee/drvanessaatienzahipolito

Welcome. I'm Bob Gatty with Mark M. Bello, social justice lawyer and author of riveting ripped-from-the-headline novels covering some of the major issues of our times. Look up “justice” in the dictionary and you'll find something like: “Just or fair behavior or treatment.”In addition to hosting the Lean to the Left podcast, I co-host Mark's “Justice Counts” podcast, where the conversation goes beyond the law to issues that are important – like equal access and fair treatment for everyone.But today we're going to talk about Mark's latest books. He's been busy over the last few months, has won some new awards, including the Mom's Choice Gold Award from an organization of mothers in recognition of his new children's book about bullying, Happy Jack Sad Jack. During the episode Mark talks about this project as well as other new novels that he has in the works, including a new murder mystery and a "legal romance" novel.Take a listen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lean-to-the-left-podcast--4719048/support.

Welcome. I'm Bob Gatty with Mark M. Bello, social justice lawyer and author of riveting ripped-from-the-headline novels covering some of the major issues of our times. Look up “justice” in the dictionary and you'll find something like: “Just or fair behavior or treatment.”In addition to hosting the Lean to the Left podcast, I co-host Mark's “Justice Counts” podcast, where the conversation goes beyond the law to issues that are important – like equal access and fair treatment for everyone.But today we're going to talk about Mark's latest books. He's been busy over the last few months, has won some new awards, including the Mom's Choice Gold Award from an organization of mothers in recognition of his new children's book about bullying, Happy Jack Sad Jack. During the episode Mark talks about this project as well as other new novels that he has in the works, including a new murder mystery and a "legal romance" novel.Take a listen.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4719048/advertisement

Would you like your teen to smile more? Could your teen improve their social skills? Does your teen have the social skills needed to be successful in their job. And what can parents do to help improve these much needed life skills.  My guest today has some great advice for us and he models what he talks about.  Kirt Manecke is the author of the book, audiobook and online course Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skills for Today's Wired World, and the Parent's Guide for Smile & Succeed for Teens. Winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, and Teachers' Choice Award Smile & Succeed for Teens is a quick, easy read to help teens master social and career skills for success. Kirt is the former owner of an award-winning start-up specialty retail business and is an expert in sales and fundraising. He is a member of the Rotary Club of Northville in Michigan and enjoys volunteering with animal welfare and land conservation organizations. To learn more go to https://www.smilethebook.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello to you listening in Weare, New Hampshire!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds (and quite a bit more because we're celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day) and your host, Diane Wyzga.Today we have a special bonus episode because the boys are back in town. My guest Steve Schuch is joining us from Hancock, New Hampshire. Steve is a former Peace Corps volunteer, Audubon naturalist, award-winning recording artist and author, composer, musician, and the recipient of the Parent's Choice Gold Award for his CD Trees of Life. You've heard his music on NPR, PBS, and 2 compositions right here on this podcast. But mostly I've known Steve as my delightfully droll brother-in-law. Barry in the 3rd grade wrote:"I really likt your songs and storeys. What do you do for a liveing?" I've invited Steve to share with us a most wonderful story about how his musing on Martin Luther King, Jr. and America the Beautiful traveled all its musical way to becoming a new America the Dream composition. What makes this such a neat story? Let's listen to learn how musing became musical notes.Click this LINK to access Part 1, links, resources, America the Dream website, downloadable music, and get in touch with Steve and Night Heron Music!Easy-to-access resources: America the Dream To learn more from Steve, tap the Interview Clips: Steve Schuch and Night Heron Music You're invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, follow, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time! Remember to stop by the website, check out the Services, arrange a Discovery Call, and Opt In to stay current with Diane and Quarter Moon Story Arts (while we are under re-construction) and on LinkedIn.  Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present: for credit & attribution Quarter Moon Story Arts 

This episode of the Puberty Prof podcast includes 13 true/false statements and multiple guess questions to review episodes 66-77. Play along as the Puberty Prof, Dr. Lori Reichel, challenges you and your friends/family members! To check out the video of this episode/trivia game on YouTube go to: https://youtu.be/1qT2KmFllfg Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to further help you start and continue conversations. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions. Another resource and GREAT Holiday gift is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Probably the most challenging topic for the Puberty Prof to talk about deals with Interpersonal Violence, including inappropriate touches and personal boundaries. This episode introduces this topic with the help of Mr. Sean and Rodney. Mr. Sean and Rodney provides in-person and virtual SEL presentations on the topics of empathy and violence prevention while featuring puppetry and original super hero stories. Topics such as bullying, upstanders, racism, and personal body safety/consent are Mr. Sean's and Rodney's focus. To get in touch with Mr. Sean, email him at: mrseanpresents@gmail.com Or check out his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/mrseanpresents/ To watch this episode on the Puberty Prof's YouTube channel, go to: https://youtu.be/QTNysrYJy3k Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to help start and continue conversations with your pre-teen. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-puberty-app/id1518896929 Also available is the TALK B4 Sex app which helps to start conversations on a variety of sexuality topics including healthy relationships, feelings and beliefs about sex, and identity. (Click here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-b4-sex/id1550222041) Another resource that can provide you with more information for what questions children might ask is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Although the topic may be uncomfortable, young people need to learn specific information and skills about inappropriate touches, as well as other forms of interpersonal violence. To explain the importance of talking with children,  Dr. Kelli Palfy returns as a guest on the Puberty Prof podcast. Dr. Palfy is a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker specializing in sexual abuse. Her books include The Unsafe Neighbour, Pawsitively Me: My Healing Journey, Unfriend Her, and MeN Too. To reach her, go to Dr. Palfy's website at : https://kellipalfy.com Watch the full episode on the Puberty Prof's YouTube Channel at: https://youtu.be/5o-wFWSUn5Y Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to help start and continue conversations with your pre-teen. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-puberty-app/id1518896929 Also available is the TALK B4 Sex app which helps to start conversations on a variety of sexuality topics including healthy relationships, feelings and beliefs about sex, and identity. (Click here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-b4-sex/id1550222041) Another resource that can provide you with more information for what questions children might ask is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As noted in the last episode of this podcast, sexual health is one topic of the National Sexuality Education Standards. Yet what specific things can we talk to young people about that relates to this topic? The answer is everyday germ transmission and personal hygiene skills! To help explain these basics, Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey joins this episode to talk with the Puberty Prof. Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey, MD, DPhil, is a physician-scientist and writer. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center where she practices emergency psychiatry. Prior to her career in medicine, she conducted HIV immunology research for many years at several institutions including the National Institutes of Health and the University of Oxford. Dr. Smalls-Mantey speaks and writes about public and mental health, and has appeared several times on ABC News and Black News Channel. Her recent co-authored book is Anjali the Brave: All about Vaccines, where readers join Anjali on an inspirational journey as she learns about how vaccines work to keep us safe and healthy, and about the amazing scientists who created them. To connect with Dr. Smalls-Mantey you can follow her on instagram @doctoradjoa and @anjalithebrave. Anjali the Brave: All about Vaccines is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other retailers where eBooks are sold. More information is available at www.anjlaithebrave.com. To check out the National Sexuality Education Standards , click here: https://www.advocatesforyouth.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/NSES-2020-web-updated2.pdf (Sexual Health information begins around page 47) Remember to watch the first 10 minutes of this episode on the Puberty Prof's YouTube Channel at: https://youtu.be/MykhXqBNMLs Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to help start and continue conversations with your pre-teen. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-puberty-app/id1518896929 Also available is the TALK B4 Sex app which helps to start conversations on a variety of sexuality topics including healthy relationships, feelings and beliefs about sex, and identity. (Click here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talk-b4-sex/id1550222041) Another resource that can provide you with more information for what questions children might ask is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ruth Weber and Emilia Lopez-Yañez are a mother/daughter music team who perform in several genres including classical, folk, and children's music. The two are both classically trained musicians with Master of Arts degrees in Music.  They work as college music educators in their communities in addition to concertizing throughout the U.S. and abroad. The BILLBOARD charting duo's music has appeared on television, in film soundtracks, with symphonies, and in choral and orchestral music arrangements. The two have won numerous awards for their two children's albums “Kokowanda Bay” and “The Spaceship That Fell in My Backyard,” including the Parent's Choice Award (2020), Mom's Choice Gold Award (2020), KidsFirst! 3-star endorsement (2020), Grand Prize-Hollywood Music in Media Award (2020), L.A. Music Critics Award, The Creative Child Magazine's CD OF THE YEAR Award (202), The Family Choice Award 2018, the John Lennon Songwriting GRAND PRIZE (children's music 2018), National Assoc. of Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA 2018 and 2020), Clouzine International Music Awards (children's), and many more! Their song, “We're Gonna Be Legendary,” is the theme song for the San Diego Public School System. The duo's most recent album, “I Had a Dream: Songs of an Immigrant,”began as a labor of love when Ruth set the poems of her late grandma, Betty Karon Hertz, to music so that the story of her impoverished childhood in Russia, her daring escape during the Bolshevik Revolution, and her life as an immigrant in the United States could be forever memorialized.  Website:https://www.ruthandemilia.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RuthandEmilia        

In this interview, Tracy sits down with Jennifer Swanson to discuss the incredible, award-winning books she has written. Science Rocks! And so do Jennifer Swanson's books. She is the award-winning author of over 45 nonfiction books for children. Using her background in science and history that she received from the U.S. Naval Academy, and her M.S. in Education, Jennifer excels at taking complex facts and making them accessible, compelling, and humorous for young readers. Jennifer's passion for science resonates in in all her books but especially, Astronaut-Aquanaut: How Space Science and Sea Science Interact and BEASTLY BIONICS which both received Florida Book Awards and NSTA BEST STEM book awards. Her Save the Crash-test Dummies book received an NSTA BEST STEM Award and a Parent's Choice GOLD Award. Jennifer has been a featured speaker at the Tucson Book Festival, National NSTA conferences, the Highlights Foundation, the World Science Festival (twice), the Atlanta Science Festival (twice) and the Library of Congress' National Book Festival. She is also the creator and co-host of the award-winning science podcast, Solve It! for Kids. You can find Jennifer through her websites: www.JenniferSwansonBooks.com or www.solveitforkids.com

In this interview, Tracy sits down with Jennifer Swanson to discuss the incredible, award-winning books she has written. Science Rocks! And so do Jennifer Swanson's books. She is the award-winning author of over 45 nonfiction books for children. Using her background in science and history that she received from the U.S. Naval Academy, and her M.S. in Education, Jennifer excels at taking complex facts and making them accessible, compelling, and humorous for young readers. Jennifer's passion for science resonates in in all her books but especially, Astronaut-Aquanaut: How Space Science and Sea Science Interact and BEASTLY BIONICS which both received Florida Book Awards and NSTA BEST STEM book awards. Her Save the Crash-test Dummies book received an NSTA BEST STEM Award and a Parent's Choice GOLD Award. Jennifer has been a featured speaker at the Tucson Book Festival, National NSTA conferences, the Highlights Foundation, the World Science Festival (twice), the Atlanta Science Festival (twice) and the Library of Congress' National Book Festival. She is also the creator and co-host of the award-winning science podcast, Solve It! for Kids. You can find Jennifer through her websites: www.JenniferSwansonBooks.com or www.solveitforkids.com

"Hurt people, hurt people." This powerful and profound phrase holds so much truth. When you are a victim of any form of trauma, and you have the healing and ability needed to step back and look at the person who caused you pain, you can often find that the hurtful behavior patterns that someone exhibits stem from pain that another person had caused them earlier in their lives. We asked Tejal to join us today to specifically talk about Narcissistic behaviors and how these negative behavior patterns could be broken.Tejal Patel is the host of the Time-In Talks Podcast, and author of The Mom's Choice Gold Award winning book Meditation for Kids: 40 Activities to Manage Emotions, Ease Anxiety and Stay Focused and motivational speaker.Her doable approach to family meditation and mindfully handling meltdowns (yours and your kids) sets her apart from the traditional self-help crowd and makes her a go-to expert for modern parents who want to NamaSLAY stress, snap less and raise mindful kids too.*******Tejal V Patel is a former divorce attorney turned certified mindful parenting coach, breathwork, meditation and mindfulness expert for families.Tejal has appeared in NBC10, Fox 29, Phl17, Pix 11, Yoga Journal, Parents Magazine, The Huffington Post, Us Weekly Magazine among other places spreading awareness about the Kids Can Meditate movementtejalvpatel.comhttps://instagram.com/tejalvpatel*******The Third Place Podcast is a weekly podcast that invites listeners into the hard conversations that we have a tendency to avoid.We “go there” on things such as…How anger is beautifulHow to find presence amidst chaosHow to have difficult conversationsHow to be an allyHow to live with griefThe Third Place is a safe place where curiosity is encouraged, differences are welcomed, and empathy is embraced through healthy dialogue.We've forgotten how to talk to each other… Life has become polarized and dualistic - you're either with me or against me. To embrace the complex human experience is to see the world through other's eyes. The Third Place podcast helps with the disconnect. This looks like less conflict and tension and more like a peaceful existence with others. The Third Place podcast restores the art of dialogue.For additional resources and if you're interested in supporting the work of The Third Place Podcast, check out our Patreon page.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-third-place/donations

Part 2 of Eoin's chat with Vanessa Messenger.Vanessa is from the USA and has been living with Type 1 Diabetes since the age of 23. She is a mother (second child on the way), a Product Lead at Google, she has a background in Psychology and Broadcast Communications, and she is the author/creator of “Teddy Talks: A Paws-itive Story about Type 1 Diabetes” - a children's book which has already received a Mom's Choice Gold Award.Vanessa is a fantastic example of how you can continue to thrive and live a healthy, happy life with Type 1 Diabetes - while still finding the time to create an amazing children's book.Website: www.messengerpublishingbooks.comTikTok/Instagram: TeddyTheT1DogAmazon Preorder: https://www.amazon.com/Teddy-Talks-Paws-itive-Story-Diabetes/dp/1736999710/As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make!Questions for the Podcast:theinsuleoinpodcast@gmail.comWebsite:insuleoin.comConnect with Eoin:https://linktr.ee/insuleoin Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1 of Eoin's chat with Vanessa Messenger.Vanessa is from the USA and has been living with Type 1 Diabetes since the age of 23. She is a mother (second child on the way), a Product Lead at Google, she has a background in Psychology and Broadcast Communications, and she is the author/creator of “Teddy Talks: A Paws-itive Story about Type 1 Diabetes” - a children's book which has already received a Mom's Choice Gold Award.Vanessa is a fantastic example of how you can continue to thrive and live a healthy, happy life with Type 1 Diabetes - while still finding the time to create an amazing children's book.Website: www.messengerpublishingbooks.comTikTok/Instagram: TeddyTheT1DogAmazon Preorder: https://www.amazon.com/Teddy-Talks-Paws-itive-Story-Diabetes/dp/1736999710/As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make!Questions for the Podcast:theinsuleoinpodcast@gmail.comWebsite:insuleoin.comConnect with Eoin:https://linktr.ee/insuleoin Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome Jennifer Swanson to The TufFish Show, a place to help writers and aspiring authors get out of their own way to leave a legacy by telling the stories they want to share through writing their own books and confidently sharing them with others. The writing process can be tough and the business side can feel scary, but TufFish makes both feel smoother and achievable. Visit https://www.jennifermilius.com/tuffish to learn more. Science Rocks! And so do Jennifer Swanson's books. She is the award-winning author of over 45 nonfiction books for children. Using her background in science and history that she received from the U.S. Naval Academy, and her M.S. in Education, Jennifer excels at taking complex facts and making them accessible, compelling, and humorous for young readers, Jennifer's passion for science resonates in in all her books but especially, Astronaut-Aquanaut: How Space Science and Sea Science Interact and Beastly Bionics, which both received Florida Book Awards and NSTA BEST STEM book awards. Her Save the Crash-test Dummies book received an NSTA BEST STEM Award and a Parent's Choice GOLD Award. Jennifer has been a featured speaker at the Tucson Book Festival, National NSTA conferences, the Highlights Foundation, the World Science Festival (twice), the Atlanta Science Festival (twice) and the Library of Congress' National Book Festival in 2019. You can find Jennifer through her website www.JenniferSwansonBooks.com. Visit https://www.JenniferSwansonBooks.com Book purchase link for The Secret Science of Sports: Math, Physics, and Mechanical Engineering Behind Every Grand Slam, Triple Axel, and Penalty Kick https://www.blackdogandleventhal.com/titles/jennifer-swanson/the-secret-science-of-sports/9780762473038/

Kasey is a book-writing and transformational life coach, an inspirational speaker, and the author of A Mom’s Guide to Creating a Magical Life: 8 Practical Steps to Feel Happier, Inspired, and More Relaxed and Preemie: Lessons in Love, Life, and Motherhood. Both books won the Mom's Choice Gold Award and Preemie won the New Hampshire Writer's Project Reader's Choice Award. As a Reiki Master, Happy for No Reason Certified Trainer and with a Master's Degree in education from Boston College, and advanced training in Ancestral Clearing, Energy Codes, and Feminine Power, Kasey has helped women all around the world find more balance, magic, and purpose in their lives. She lives in a 200-year-old home in New Hampshire with her husband, two children, and their furry friends, Georgie Girl and Lulu. https://kaseymathews.com/ https://kaseymathews.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kaseymathewsmagical https://www.instagram.com/kaseymathews/

Tejal V Patel is a former divorce attorney turned certified mindful parenting coach, breathwork and meditation expert for families.She’s a motivational speaker, host of the Time-In Talks Podcast, and author of The Mom’s Choice Gold Award-winning book Meditation for Kids: 40 Activities to Manage Emotions, Ease Anxiety and Stay Focused.In the last decade, through Mindful Beginnings programs she has educated hundreds of teachers, parents and children (including her own) how to better handle stress, big feelings and anxiety through yoga movement, mindful breathing and foundations on meditation into classrooms and homes.Her engaging and kid-friendly approach to meditation truly sets her apart from the traditional self-help crowd and makes her a go-to expert for modern moms seeking to raise mindful, stress-resilient children.Tejal has catipultated a #kidsCANmeditate Internationally and has been seen in Yoga Journal, Parents Magazine, NBC, FOX. PHL17 among other places.You can follow her and grab her book, Meditation for Kids at www.Tejalvpatel.com and www.instagram.com/tejalvpatel.Thank you so much for tuning in!If you are looking for solutions that will allow you to break free from negative thought patterns, worrying, and the uncomfortable symptoms that are caused by anxiety check out Jennifer's website at www.jenniferbronsnick.com or join the Anxiety-Proof Her Facebook Community HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/anxietyproofher

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk. I’m your host, Diane Wyzga.Welcome back to a special bonus episode because The Boys Are Back in Town with my guest award-winning recording artist and author, composer, musician, the creator of America the Dream, and my brother-in-law Steve Schuch.  When last Steve and I spoke I asked:  You use the analogy of a baseball game when you were talking about America the Dream. What does that mean for people who haven’t yet been to the website?  Let’s rejoin the conversation to hear more music and about this wonderful project, America the Dream.Minutes 26:4300 to 1:23  Intro1:23 to 5:15  You use the analogy of a baseball game when you were talking about this work. What does that mean for people who haven’t been the website yet?Steve's story about his friend’s love of New York Yankees versus his own love of the Boston Red SoxSports is a metaphor for where politics seems to beYes, there are rabid fans on both sidesAt the end of the day both Steve and Judith really love baseballLikewise, many people love this country and the dream of what this country is struggling to becomeHe and his friend hear thatMaybe we could drop suspicion level about The OtherLet’s find common purpose to see how country begins to healNOTE: America the Dream website resources: books; links to other sitesWants more people to be singing together, at different times, as peopleChoirs know this well: blending, listening, *our* voices togetherBreathing - how a choir breathes togetherMarilyn and yoga: breathing and listeningHow can you be mad at someone while you’re singing with them? [Pete Seeger]Baseball as our national pastime and the common song in America the Dream is a same ideaDream versus nightmare but we still move aheadWe are dreaming USA forward5:15 to 10:00  Nashville versionAn example of a song for many different singers in so many different settingsA solo guitar at a picnic, as part of a baseball gameMaybe a rock bandA music video is in the works for the websiteQ: What prompted this versionSteve did work in Nashville and came to love the musicMusic is regionalHearing a version like this would reach folks who may not enjoy choral but could enjoy this versionHis real goal: spread the songInviting folks to come up with other lyrics and send it along to be shared on the websiteMany hands contributed showing different faces of songAmerica the Dream shows us the links between people, the ways we sing from region to region, the notion is the same10:00 to 12:00   All the Many Natural UsersOn America the Dream website: available to just about anybody and everybodyAll free - free stuff - free sheet music - free for youQ: Where did this idea of free music come from?America the Beautiful is in public domainSteve copyrighted his arrangementsMike Bradley co-wrote lyrics with SteveThe hope and prayer for America is to spread this widest circulation as possibleNo cost to non-profitsNOTE: COMMERCIAL USERS: These scores are free for non-commercial use. For public performances the lyrics may be included in printed programs or projected on to screens as long as the credits are included. Please consider sending us a YouTube of your performance to be added to our website. For commercial use contact us for permission and licensing12:00 to 15:25  Legacy - Where Will this work Take YouQ: As we sit here today what lasting result do you want to make, for whom, and how?Recalls the BC Comic strip: cave man's correspondence with the stone tabletWhen you bring something new into the world you don’t know how it will travel - you send it forth with blessings and let it goSteve believes: This country is still youngWe’re still trying to figure out democracy, equality, justice - difficult to pull offEvery generation is figuring it out anewHaving our Founding documents + Martin Luther King, Jr. I Have a Dream speech +  our music helps us imagine who we are becomingSteve has no idea where it will go; maybe this will be sung at the Super Bowl!In 10 or 20 years' time Steve hopes it will have entered our common vocabularyThis song, like our country, like baseball is a much bigger thingEverything in the music is the music15:25 to 22:40  Orchestral Version - Before we take a listen to Shelbie Rassler Orchestral Version what do you want to point out to us?If I can’t sing like Ella Fitzgerald or reach some of the notes that these wonderful vocalists didHost cannot carry a tune in a bucket but appreciates the sung wordChristina Jones’s  vocal solos, over the top of the final Chorus, are just amazingThe video images are stunning - refer to the video on the America the Dream websiteLargest group of performers - some 20/30 vocalists and musiciansImagines this as our big 4th of July version! The Boston Pops and gospel singers on stageSteve told the performers to take some liberties with your singing - go for it! Put your own stamp and spirit on itMusic is written on the page but lives in the heartAmerica the Dream is the map - not the destinationListen: under last verse is a whole orchestra with a held note creating tension and release - a fabulous feeling!Hats off to these young performers: Berklee College of Music (Boston) and The Juilliard School of Music Make sure you watch the music video on the websitePause in aweSteve expresses gratitude to Shelbie Rassler, co-writer Mike Bradley, all the singers and musiciansThe Dream of America: Ken Burns has said right now we have a lot of pluribus and we have to work on the unumThat is the trick with this countryIt begins with conversations we share with others over things we really do love, what we have in commonWe are a great experiment and we’re not done yet22:40 to 26: 43 Spread the Songs From Sea to Shining Sea!Before I say thank you I want to mention that all social media links and connections to Steve and  Night Heron Music and America the Dream websites will be posted in the Episode Notes. We encourage all of you to drop by, enjoy the music,  and check out the many free resources, images, and sheet music available to you.Muchas gracias por todo for walking along with us and sharing your wonderful story about dreams of many kinds coming true from this placeThank you, Diane. Steve was tickled when Stories From Women Who Walk featured 2 of his compositions: Mer's Waltz which underscores the daily 60 Seconds and Entering Erdenheim to introduce and close out the guest episodes.Thanks to all listenersRequest: spread the word, Facebook, Instagram, social media platformsCircle back in a year or so and hear what kind of tractionMeanwhile just keep singing!Here we are, at the end of the road but not the journey. Thank you for listening to the conclusion of this episode of Stories From Women Who Walk with your host Diane Wyzga and my guest award-winning recording artist, musician, composer, and creator of America the Dream, Steve Schuch. Remember to visit Steve and Night Heron Music as well as check out the many free resources, sheet music, videos and more music on America the Dream. All links are in the Episode Notes. And check out over 230 episodes of Stories From Women Who Walk found on Simplecast or your favorite podcast platform. Come for the stories - stay for the magic! Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, leave us a nice shout out on social media, and join us next time! You will have wonderful company as we walk our lives together.Production Team: Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Entering Erdenheim from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicSound Editing: Dawin Carlisle & First Class ReelsAll content and image © 2019 - Present: for credit and attribution Quarter Moon Story ArtsSteve Schuch BIO and TestimonialsSteve Schuch started violin at the age of seven. He began playing professionally while still in high school. Later at Oberlin College he continued studying both music and biology. There he started listening to different kinds of music beyond just classical, picked up his first used $25 guitar, and began writing his first songs.After college Steve spent two and a half years as a Peace Corps volunteer, planting trees with farmers in the mountains of the Dominican Republic. There he listened to the different melodies and rhythms and began writing more of his own music. Many evenings, a guitar would be passed around a room full of people. By lantern light, young and old alike shared music and stories over cups of ginger root tea and home grown coffee.Since returning to the United States in 1984, Steve and his music have embraced both the classical and folk realms. Haunting violin and whale calls... music and tales of Ireland... a pizzicato interpretation of a Picasso painting... these are just part of Steve's wide-ranging repertoire. Many of his pieces have been featured on National Public Radio and PBS.For four years Steve taught a graduate course on integrating music and storytelling into classroom curriculum. A former Audubon naturalist, Steve lives on a farm with his wife and various creatures. Personal interests include white water canoeing, Mexican food, and relating to large reptiles.Honors include composer awards, Artist Fellowship Awards, and five fiddling championships. Steve's recordings with The Night Heron Consort are national bestsellers on the North Star label. His latest book, A Symphony of Whales, has received five national book awards. His latest CD, Trees of Life, has received a Parent's Choice Gold Award."Schuch conveys awe with an economy of language that approaches poetry." ~ The Boston Sunday Globe"Riveting Indeed." ~ The Smithsonian"There is great dignity in the simple words, which communicate the author's respect for what he can't explain." ~ -The New York Times"Warmth and storytelling magic." ~  Los Angeles TimesAbout Steve's Composing and Playing"Exceptionally fine... Schuch brings as much intelligence and skill to folk music as he does to classical." ~  The Boston Globe"Downright exhilarating. Here's a player who doesn't recite music, he paints it." ~ The Lowell Sun"I really likt your songs and storeys. What do you do for a liveing?" ~ Barry, 3rd gradeLinksAmerica the Dream: https://www.americathedream.org To find out more from Steve, tap the Interview Clips: https://www.americathedream.org Steve Schuch and Night Heron Music: https://www.nightheron.com  

For episode homepage, resources, free download and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode113/  Description Parents today face extreme pressure to get everything exactly right, which can make parenting feel so stressful. In her book, The ''Perfect'' Parent: 5 Tools for Using Your Inner Perfection to Connect with Your Kids, author Roma Khetarpal offers new clarity and a parenting approach that’s rooted in using our inner parenting perfection to nurture a strong, communicative connection with our kids. Drawing from the fields of personal growth and emotional intelligence and distilling cutting-edge scientific research, Khetarpal helps parents strengthen their bond with their kids and enjoy the ride along the way. Guest Bio Roma Khetarpal is a Trained Mindfulness Facilitator through the UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center of the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and is a member of IMTA (International Mindfulness Teachers Association). She is the author of The “Perfect” Parent: 5 Tools for Using Your Inner Perfection to Connect with Your Kids and the founder/ CEO of Tools of Growth, through which she helps parents raise kids to “Be Happy, Think Positive, and Do Good.” The book is the recipient of the Silver Nautilus Book Award, the National Parenting Publications Award (NAPPA) Gold Award, as well as the Parents’ Choice Award and the Mom’s Choice Gold Award. Roma is a member of the International Mindfulness Teachers Association and is a frequent contributor to parenting and other blogs. Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a Certified Mindfulness and Resilience Teacher specializing in: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, meditation, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 100 authors and thought leaders about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at https://kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me/.   Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s website: https://toolsofgrowth.com/ The ''Perfect'' Parent: 5 Tools for Using Your Inner Perfection to Connect with Your Kids: https://toolsofgrowth.com/book/ Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   • Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  • Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ • Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk. I’m your host, Diane Wyzga.Today we have a special bonus episode because the boys are back in town. My guest is Steve Schuch joining us from Hancock, New Hampshire. Steve is a former Peace Corps volunteer, Audubon naturalist, award-winning recording artist and author, composer, musician, and the recipient of the Parent’s Choice Gold Award for his CD Trees of Life. You’ve heard his music on NPR and PBS. But mostly I’ve known Steve as my brother-in-law. I’ve invited him here to share with us a most wonderful story about how musing on Martin Luther King, Jr. and America the Beautiful traveled all its musical way to becoming a new America the Dream. What makes this such a neat story? Let’s hear how all this came to be. Welcome to the podcast, Steve!Minutes: 37:010:00 to 2:22 IntroStart From Where You Are.Minute 2:22 to 6:34  Steve as Musician Back Story On your website you have a darling quote by a 3rd grader who wrote: "I really likt your songs and storeys. What do you do for a liveing?" -Barry, 3rd grade. My listeners have heard 2 of your compositions: Mer’s Waltz that underscores my daily 60 Seconds podcast, and Entering Erdenheim which introduces and closes my guest interviews. How did music catch your attention?Grew up surrounded by music as a childMom and dad played piano; crawled under it to listenCarried his dad’s tiny reel-to-reel tape recorder to concertsStarted violin at age 7 because it was the instrument was available in 3rd gradeMusic has always been thereLoved it when folks were singingIn Oberlin College Junior year went to Pete Seeger concert: the whole crowd was in 4-part harmony!Bought folk guitar and then taught at Seeger’s Summer Camp in VermontMusic just keeps expanding - whether classical, folk, Broadway, NashvillePlayed with Pete Seeger and worked on the Clearwater; Seeger was  huge influence on Steve’s workThe power of people singing together and what they can doMusic is a primitive language - predates spoken language -Alzheimer’s patients will still sing songs from childhoodMusic enters very deep place in usWhen we combine music with messages it deepensMinute 6:34 to 11:46  Symphony of WhalesWhat informed Steve's work: Dominican Republic, classic & folk, music of Ireland, whale calls - all music being the uniting element in the worldMusic and roots - listen closelyThe New York Times wrote, "There is great dignity in the simple words, which communicate the author's respect for what he can't explain." After listening to your music for a bit what was the NYTimes trying to express about the book,  Symphony of WhalesSymphony of Whales (national award-winning) true story: 3,000 whales  trapped in Straits in Siberia - released by ice breaker playing classical musicAt some point words failThe story is about risking the ship and crew to rescue 3,000 whales (1/10th of the world's population)Music helps us to express what words cannotMassive ice breaker ship cut ice but how to get the whales to move along - to follow this massive ice breaker to open water?Whale songs didn’t work, nor did Russian Rock & Roll, nor folk musicClassical music was enough to get the whales to follow the ship to seaMusic as a universal language - for all kingdomsComplexity of songs in the songbird kingdom that we can’t hear with the naked earHow It All BeganMinute 11:46 to 15:55 From Small Town Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration to Music Mission I understand that you and (your wife, my sister) Marilyn were at a local New Hampshire town gathering in January of 2019 celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr’s birthday and you had this idea......tell us more about that:As a member of the Event Planning Committee Steve suggested: What if we had an anthem everyone could sing together? What if we could weave together “America the Beautiful” with Dr. King’s dream for all America?What if we were to take opening lines of America the Beautiful, create a chorus, create new verses that reflected Martin Luther King Jr.'s Dream and invite everyone to sing?Closing out the New Hampshire town event all the people were singingThe sound that day of children’s voices, together with parents and grandparents, was incredibly uplifting. And so this project was born.Led to quite a project in the Year of COVIDWhat was intriguing about the Martin Luther King , Jr. language?“I Have a Dream!” speech is still relevant, beautiful language, older language, reminiscent of Abraham Lincoln, King JamesThe language is accessibleBeautiful ideals of brotherhood/sisterhood, children growing up together that might not have been possible in 1960sMartin Luther King, Jr. speech is a dream of what America CAN be. America the Beautiful is also a dream; not just what we’ve achieved but the dream of democracy we’re still working onPeople risk their lives to come here, have a better lifeWe’ve not yet achieved all we're capable of yet but our dream is still thereIt was almost a natural to pair MLK's dream with America the BeautifulMinute 15:55 to 19:36  Katherine Lee Bates and America the BeautifulFor those who may not know, 130 years ago Katherine Lee Bates wrote a poem which came to be known as America the Beautiful. Would you tell us more about that and how it came to be our unofficial anthemBates was professor at Wellesley College - one of the first female professors  in the country at a time when such achievement was unusual for a womanTeaching in ColoradoWonderful poetWagon train to top of Pike’s Peak; Bates began jotting lines in her scribbler: called the poem “America”Had no idea what would become of it; as it turned out: good happenstance“Good happenstance happens to those who write frequently than for those who write rarely.”Steve’s hope is to encourage the singing of this song, and others like it, all across this land to unite us.At a time when our country feels increasingly fractured, songs like this can help bring us together. They remind us of all we share in common: the promise of an America that is more than any of us aloneWhat kept you moving forward with this work as it morphed from project to mission?People hearing the early version asked how comes it’s not being sung everywhere?Considered: set up new website with free sheet music? Music videos? More history?Actually, what would make more sense is a series of arrangements for different singing groups: children’s choir, church choir, college choir, country western singerResult: much of the COVID year was spent composing the many arrangements which are free and downloadable on the America the Dream websiteMinute 19:36 to 21:00  America the Dream  - The EvolutionThe evolution of the poem which had been set to music and in time becoming our unofficial national anthem - America the Beautiful  - partnered with Martin Luther King, Jr.’s "I Have a Dream!" speechLet’s hear and talk about some of the arrangements our listener will discover on the America the Dream website: Minute 21:00 to 26:05  America the Dream Arrangement IIITell us about what we just heard and why this is not another rehash America the BeautifulIn this version you are hearing entirely new sections that Steve composed, sung by wonderful women’s voices with piano accompanimentArrangement III is not too difficultThe entire choir could be on melody if desired; or the choice for 2-part harmony if choir wishesThe piano is interesting in that it has an intro “Every mountainside let freedom ring for the hope unseen, the long awaited dream.”  From the outset the song references the dream, hope, aspiration of Martin Luther King, Jr. and probably Katherine Lee BatesThe listener will get a surprise about the melody and take it different placesArrangement III is not complicated but musically satisfyingThe hope is that any choir conductor, and music director could listen to all 6 arrangements on the website and find the version that’s suitable for their group, venue, etc.Another website resource: downloadable MP3 with piano accompaniment if your group doesn’t have a piano for rehearsal or performanceAnother website resource: download rehearsal exampleWebsite designed to be user-friendly for everyoneMinute 26:05 to 28:00  How these voice were brought togetherRemarkable and miraculous project!As project getting underway, creating website, making sheet music available and at a time when COVID prevents the gathering of live choirs.Steve heard a virtual choir music video by Boston Conservatory at Berklee student Shelbie Rassler who was then a senior with some 70 of her student colleagues What the World Needs NowSome 2 million people saw and listened and Steve decided "I need this person!"People want to see faces and hear actual voicesSteve asked Shelbie about working together with some of her peersThey began the work on music videos summer 2020 and finished up fall 2020Everything is available for free on the websiteNOTE: These scores are free for non-commercial use. For public performances the lyrics may be included in printed programs or projected on to screens as long as the credits are included. Please consider sending us a YouTube of your performance to be added to our website. For commercial use contact us for permission and licensing. Minute 28:00 to 37:01   America the Dream Arrangement IVThe reason for 6 different versions is to offer choices: complicated or simple arrangementsWhat’s unusual about Arrangement IV is the level of complexity: the piano part reinforces the melody but almost never plays itWhat makes Arrangement IV gorgeous is the undercurrent - quite unusual and specialListen to the piano hinting of melody, like a river or extra current around the melody but not playing the melodyNot super-difficult but singers would have to be confident of their abilitiesThis brings tears to my eyes!This is a bring it together kind of songWe don’t have many songs that celebrate the hope and promise of our countryFor many years America the Beautiful is unofficial national anthem because the lyrics speak to love of country but not a militaristic oneIt is sung to a melody written in 1882 by Samuel Augustus Ward, a Newark, New Jersey, church organist and choirmasterVery singable!In a time of our awareness to bring country together prompted the writing of lyrics about coming together, to sing togetherThere has been a need for it all alongSteve wrote verses with the idea that people would sing - togetherMinute 35:00 to 39:00       You use the analogy of a baseball game when you were talking about this work. What does that mean for people who haven’t been the website yet?Here we are, at the end of the road but not the journey. Thank you for listening to Part 1 of this episode of Stories From Women Who Walk with your host Diane Wyzga and my guest recording artist, musician, composer, and brother-in-law Steve Schuch. We’ll pick up with Part 2 next Thursday to hear more music and how musing on Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream and America the Beautiful traveled all its musical way to becoming a new America the Dream.Remember to visit Steve and Night Heron Music as well as check out the many free resources, sheet music, music, and videos on America the Dream. And, check out the over 200 episodes of Stories From Women Who Walk found on Simplecast or your favorite podcast platform. Come for the stories - stay for the magic! Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, leave us a nice shout out on social media, and join us next time! You will have wonderful company as we walk our lives together !Production Team: Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Entering Erdenheim from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicSound Editing: Dawin Carlisle & First Class ReelsAll content and image © 2019 - Present: for credit and attribution Quarter Moon Story ArtsSteve Schuch BIO and TestimonialsSteve Schuch started violin at the age of seven. He began playing professionally while still in high school. Later at Oberlin College he continued studying both music and biology. There he started listening to different kinds of music beyond just classical, picked up his first used $25 guitar, and began writing his first songs.After college Steve spent two and a half years as a Peace Corps volunteer, planting trees with farmers in the mountains of the Dominican Republic. There he listened to the different melodies and rhythms and began writing more of his own music. Many evenings, a guitar would be passed around a room full of people. By lantern light, young and old alike shared music and stories over cups of ginger root tea and home grown coffee.Since returning to the United States in 1984, Steve and his music have embraced both the classical and folk realms. Haunting violin and whale calls... music and tales of Ireland... a pizzicato interpretation of a Picasso painting... these are just part of Steve's wide-ranging repertoire. Many of his pieces have been featured on National Public Radio and PBS.For four years Steve taught a graduate course on integrating music and storytelling into classroom curriculum. A former Audubon naturalist, Steve lives on a farm with his wife and various creatures. Personal interests include white water canoeing, Mexican food, and relating to large reptiles.Honors include composer awards, Artist Fellowship Awards, and five fiddling championships. Steve's recordings with The Night Heron Consort are national bestsellers on the North Star label. His latest book, A Symphony of Whales, has received five national book awards. His latest CD, Trees of Life, has received a Parent's Choice Gold Award."Schuch conveys awe with an economy of language that approaches poetry." ~ The Boston Sunday Globe"Riveting Indeed." ~ The Smithsonian"There is great dignity in the simple words, which communicate the author's respect for what he can't explain." ~ -The New York Times"Warmth and storytelling magic." ~  Los Angeles TimesAbout Steve's Composing and Playing"Exceptionally fine... Schuch brings as much intelligence and skill to folk music as he does to classical." ~  The Boston Globe"Downright exhilarating. Here's a player who doesn't recite music, he paints it." ~ he Lowell Sun"I really likt your songs and storeys. What do you do for a liveing?" ~ Barry, 3rd gradeLinksAmerica the Dream: https://www.americathedream.org To find out more from Steve, tap the Interview Clips: https://www.americathedream.org Steve Schuch and Night Heron Music: https://www.nightheron.com  

Adam Booth's original stories blend traditional mountain folklore, music, and an awareness of contemporary Appalachia. A nationally touring artist, his professional telling appearances include premiere storytelling events across the United States, such as the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival, the International Storytelling Center, the National Storytelling Festival, the Appalachian Studies Association Conference, the National Storytelling Conference, the National Academy of Medicine, and as a Spoken Word Resident at the Banff Centre (Alberta, Canada). He is a member of the Recording Academy and his recordings have received a Parents' Choice Gold Award, two Parents' Choice Silver Honors, and four Storytelling World Awards and Honors. He is a four-time champion of the West Virginia Liars' Contest.

Dr. Lawrence Rosen is a renowned integrative pediatrician, author and founder of the Whole Child Center in New Jersey. He has been in the field of pediatrics for nearly three decades and is a passionate advocate for yoga, meditation and creating a new health care paradigm for the whole child. He wrote Treatment Alternatives for Children, which was a Mom's Choice Gold Award honoree, to help parents learn about science-based natural solutions to common pediatric conditions.  In this episode, Shay Beider welcomes Dr. Rosen to the podcast. They discuss how his interest in medicine began, why he's dedicated his career to pediatric integrative medicine and what it's like working in an interprofessional team. They also discuss the ramifications of COVID-19 and how it has impacted him, as a pediatrician and as a parent.     SHOW NOTES:  Here’s the Harvard research study on living a healthy and happy life Here’s the link to WholeHealthED Check out Anatomy of Hope by Jerome Groopman Also see Integrative Pediatrics by Timothy Culbert and Karen Olness Learn more about Integrative Touch for Kids at www.integrativetouch.org! 

Today I have the pleasure of bringing you my interview with Kasey Mathews, an angel in human form. I had the luxury of having Kasey Mathews on the She Built This Pajama Panel Party back in March, and today we are going in deeper on her story, as well as talking about the importance of listening to our bodies, following our heart's calling, and taking a much-needed break.  Link to her 50 Ways to Take a Break from Work Guide: http://kaseymathews.com/give-yourself-a-break/ Kasey's Website: http://kaseymathews.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaseymathews/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaseymathewsmagical/ Kasey Mathews is a book-writing and transformational life coach, an inspirational speaker and the author of A Mom’s Guide to Creating a Magical Life: 8 Practical Steps to Feel Happier, Inspired, and More Relaxed and Preemie: Lessons in Love, Life and Motherhood. Both books won the Mom's Choice Gold Award and Preemie won the NH Writer's Project Reader's Choice Award. As a featured guest on Yahoo, NBC Tonight, NHPR, Doctor Radio and many more, Kasey strives to help others find more happiness, balance and purpose in their lives. She lives in the New Hampshire with her husband, two children, and their pup, Georgie Girl.

Molly and Mitsy are hard at work in the Recipe Lab getting ready for our second season. But in the meantime we thought we'd give everyone a different kind of treat! Today we are excited to share an episode of 'Circle Round', a kids' storytelling podcast from WBUR. This episode is called 'A Dozen Loaves of Bread'.Circle Round adapts folktales from around the world into sound and music rich audio plays for kids ages 4 to 10. Each 10- to 20-minute episode explores important issues like kindness, persistence and generosity. It's been featured in the New York Times, The Washington Post and has won the Parents' Choice Gold Award. Whether you’re four… or 94… subscribe to Circle Round on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Barbara Gruener thrives on positively influencing change, passionately helping people create caring connections, and intentionally improving a school's climate and culture. Her innovative and inspirational ideas are sparked by 34 years as a Spanish teacher and school counselor growing alongside students from every age and stage, Pre-K through 12th grade. A connected educator, Barbara loves leading supercharged character-development growth sessions with students, parents, teachers and administrators. Her book, What’s Under Your Cape? SUPERHEROES of the Character Kind, earned a Mom's Choice Gold Award for supporting caregivers with stories and strategies to use as they help develop character strengths in young people in school and at home. Though she grew up on a dairy farm in WI, Barbara and her family now call Friendswood, TX, home.

Kirt Manecke is an award-winning author and sales, marketing, fundraising, and business development specialist. He is an expert at surprising and delighting customers. Kirt's book Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skill for Today's Wired World is a crash course in face-to-face communication.  Winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award honoring excellence in family friendly products, the Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom, and the Independent Publishers' Gold Award recognizing excellence, Smile & Succeed for Teens is the perfect book to ensure your teens put down their cell phones, make eye contact, have a conversation and get a job. http://www.smilethebook.com http://www.januaryjones.com

  Kirt Manecke is an award-winning author and sales, marketing, fundraising, and business development specialist. He is an expert at surprising and delighting customers. Kirt's book Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skill for Today's Wired World is a crash course in face-to-face communication.  Winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award honoring excellence in family friendly products, the Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom, and the Independent Publishers' Gold Award recognizing excellence, Smile & Succeed for Teens is the perfect book to ensure your teens put down their cell phones, make eye contact, have a conversation and get a job. http://www.smilethebook.com http://www.januaryjones.com

Kip “Mr. J” Jones  is a School Counselor at Alcoa Elementary School  in Alcoa, Tennessee. He has written a series of wonderful books focused on teaching character education. His books are part of a series he calls Urban Character Education, published by Boys Town Press. The series follows the adventures and interactions of Willie Bohanon and his friends. They are written in rhyme and illustrated and printed as a graphic novel. Listen for Kip to explain the Biblio-Rhymology concept. The characters are easy to identify with and his point is clear to anyone as soon as you pick up his books. Each book also has an activity guide as a supplement to support using the book for working with kids. He currently has three books with a  fourth on the way: The Power of an Attitude of Gratitude, The Power of Bystanders, and The Power of Self-D. Coming soon is a book focused on dealing with peer pressure. His book series is a winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award. In addition to his full time counseling work and writing, Kip is also a national speaker, a husband and a father. He and his family live in Maryville, Tennessee. Find out more about Kip, Willie & his friends, Urban Character Education,  and biblio-rhymology http://biblio-rhymology.weebly.com/ https://twitter.com/AuthorMrJ https://www.facebook.com/www.mrjauthor/ https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B01BTIRYJ6?ref_=pe_1724030_132998540 https://www.boystownpress.org/index.php/catalogsearch/result/?q=Kip+Jones Get in touch with Kip email:  kjones@alcoaschools.net phone: 865-560-6490 Length: 38:44

Kirt Manecke is an award-winning author and sales, marketing, fundraising, and business development specialist. He is an expert at surprising and delighting customers. Kirt's book Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skill for Today's Wired World is a crash course in face-to-face communication.  Winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award honoring excellence in family friendly products, the Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom, and the Independent Publishers' Gold Award recognizing excellence, Smile & Succeed for Teens is the perfect book to ensure your teens put down their cell phones, make eye contact, have a conversation and get a job. http://www.smilethebook.com

    Kirt Manecke is an award-winning author and sales, marketing, fundraising, and business development specialist. He is an expert at surprising and delighting customers. Kirt's book Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skill for Today's Wired World is a crash course in face-to-face communication.  Winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award honoring excellence in family friendly products, the Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom, and the Independent Publishers' Gold Award recognizing excellence, Smile & Succeed for Teens is the perfect book to ensure your teens put down their cell phones, make eye contact, have a conversation and get a job. http://www.smilethebook.com http://www.januaryjones.com  

When children experience loss, whether a family member, friend, or even a beloved toy, our instinct is to protect them from pain, so we don't discuss it or prepare them. But pain and confusion aren't going away—they're part of life. In fact, one of the best ways we can help kids through grief and change is to encourage them to express their emotions. Tiffany Papageorge has written a book to help children open up and heal through the power of story. Hear Tiffany talk with Kristen White about her latest book, My Yellow Balloon (a Mom's Choice Gold Award winner), a poignant tale of love, loss and letting go. For more on Tiffany Papageorge visit www.myyellowballoon.com II-001

When children experience loss, whether a family member, friend, or even a beloved toy, our instinct is to protect them from pain, so we don’t discuss it or prepare them. But pain and confusion aren’t going away—they’re part of life. In fact, one of the best ways we can help kids through grief and change is to encourage them to express their emotions. Tiffany Papageorge has written a book to help children open up and heal through the power of story. Hear Tiffany talk with Kristen White about her latest book, My Yellow Balloon (a Mom’s Choice Gold Award winner), a poignant tale of love, loss and letting go. For more on Tiffany Papageorge visit www.myyellowballoon.com II-001

Ellen Langas, President of NouSoma Communications, Inc. discusses how her 25+ years of experience in the marketing communications industry has helped her to successfully develop and manage public relations, advertising, media training, sales and marketing campaigns for national and regional clients.  Her company, NouSoma Communications, Inc. creates effective marketing and communications strategies for clients large and small. Ellen is also the creator and author of the successful Girls Know How® book series, winner of the prestigious Mom's Choice Gold Award, and recipient of the Literacy Hero Award. Brandon Martin, President of Lifetree Manufacturing discusses the key to his entrepreneurship success and how a strategic partnership with Dana Foods, Inc. played a role in the growth of his business.  Lifetree Manufacturing provides quality driven, turn key, private label manufacturing services to our customers in the Food and Nutraceutical industries while making conscious decisions to always minimize our carbon footprint. Under Brandon's direction, LTM was awarded 'Best Places to Work' in 2012 by the Phoenix Business Journal.

Adam Booth's original stories blend traditional mountain folklore, music, and an awareness of contemporary Appalachia. A nationally touring artist, his professional telling appearances include premiere storytelling events across the United States, such as the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival, the International Storytelling Center, the National Storytelling Festival, the Appalachian Studies Association Conference, the National Storytelling Conference, the National Academy of Medicine, and as a Spoken Word Resident at the Banff Centre (Alberta, Canada). He is a member of the Recording Academy and his recordings have received a Parents' Choice Gold Award, two Parents' Choice Silver Honors, and four Storytelling World Awards and Honors. He is a four-time champion of the West Virginia Liars' Contest.