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In this inspiring episode, Jay Croft talks with Diane Firmani — a 71-year-old triathlete, women's hockey player, and standout on the latest season of The Golden Bachelor. Diane shares what led her from snowy Wasilla, Alaska, to a national TV spotlight, and how she uses fitness, community, and a bold spirit to redefine aging.You'll learn why movement matters, how friendships support longevity, and what The Golden Bachelor gets right about older adults. Diane also opens up about her training routines, motivation after loss, and why looking good is still a valid goal.
Hosting a simple, purposeful event before the end of the year could be the key to attracting your next five best clients over 50. In this solo episode, Jay Croft shares a step-by-step strategy that any gym owner or fitness professional can implement—even during the busy holiday season.You'll learn:Why older prospects prefer low-pressure, educational events over discounts or sales pitchesHow to plan, promote, and host a small but mighty eventThe best way to convert attendees into paying clients without being pushyHow to make the most of your event with content, follow-up, and partnershipsJay also breaks down a simple five-step action plan to help you pick a date, choose a topic, and start generating new leads this week.If you serve the 50+ market, this is your playbook for ending the year strong—and heading into 2026 with momentum.
In this episode of The Optimal Aging Podcast, host Jay Croft sits down with Seth Scrimo, a former Marine and now a thriving fitness business owner in Wooster, Ohio. Just a few years ago, Seth was barely scraping by—earning around $4,000/month. Today, he regularly brings in up to $30,000 per month.How did he do it?By writing books that build trust and launching a local podcast that spotlights other business owners in his small town. It's a grassroots, connection-driven approach that proves old-school community building still works—especially for serving people over 50.Seth shares the mindset shifts, tactics, and systems that helped him grow—and how you can apply the same strategy in your business.
Send us a textWelcome to The Past Life Project!Monique Glover, hypnotherapist and regression specialist, shares experiences and interviews about the healing world of past lives. In today's guest episode, Monique interviews Eva Marquez.Eva Marquez is a spiritual consultant, soul healer, teacher, TM Sidhi and writer with a Pleiadian starseed lineage. She has authored six books, and appeared on Gaia TV, interviewed by George Noory on Beyond Belief. Eva helps starseeds remember their past lives on Earth and beyond, activate their dormant cosmic DNA, and reconnect with their soul family. She strives to aid starseeds in adapting to their physical bodies, empowering them to fulfill their life missions in supporting humanity's evolution into a multidimensional species while safeguarding the planet for future generations.Topics discussed in this episode include:- What is a starseed?- Common starseed experiences- Intro to star nations/ alien races- Understanding energy based on your galactic past lives- How exploring your non-human past lives helps you to understand yourself and explore your gifts- The importance for starseeds to learn how to be human- Working with the physical body and nervous system and strengthening one's life force- The gift of being in a physical body- Learning to work with and be one with the body- How we are currently in year 9 in numerology and how that supports the ending of life patterns- Using anger as a fire for passion and creation- How bones hold memories and our bodies are the seeds of the new earth- Why we chose to be here as starseeds- Evolving through suffering- Importance of physical supports and why you can't heal everything with just energy alone - Insights into how the reincarnation process works off of planet earth- Working in past lives in order to let go and choose happiness- How starseeds can have downloaded memories of other past lives- Why it is important to not get caught up in who you have been and instead create who you want to be—Want to connect with Eva?Find out how you can work with Eva, including her courses, at EvaMarquez.org. Find out more and purchase Eva's books on Amazon.Connect with Eva on Social Media:YouTube @EvalisticHealingWant to connect with Monique?Monique is a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Regression Therapist. She specializes in regression therapy and past life regression, which utilize the hypnotic state and the wisdom of the subconscious mind, to go straight to and release the emotional root cause of a presenting issue, in order to support deep healing and transformation. Monique works with children, teens and adults, both online or in person in Nova Scotia, Canada.Find out how to work together at moniqueglover.comChat on Instagram @moniquegloverhypnotherapyConnect by email at monique@moniqueglover.comLoved what you just heard? Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Thank you for your ratings, reviews and shares!
In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, host Kimberley Davies and Family Partner & Solicitor Grant Cameron provide a clear, step-by-step guide to the UK divorce process, including legal, emotional, and financial considerations.Grant covers:
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If your energy feels scattered, your mind feels busy and your body's asking for a moment of stillness, this week's episode is for you.Whether you're navigating a full schedule, feeling disconnected from your purpose, or simply craving a deeper sense of clarity, this is your invitation to pause.It's time to come home to your intuition and remember that guidance doesn't always arrive through logic... sometimes it whispers through presence.So take a deep breath and remember that you don't need to push for answers. You just need to feel safe enough to ask the right questions.Join me today as I explore…• Three soul-led questions to help you reset, realign and reconnect throughout the day• How surrender creates space for clarity, creativity and calm• The difference between moving from obligation versus inspiration and why it matters• A gentle way to tune into your nervous system and honour what you need• How to use your voice as a tool for truth, connection and service• Embodiment practices to help you move with intention and grace• Journalling prompts to support your next aligned stepGround with me...
Send us a textWelcome to The Past Life Project!Monique Glover, hypnotherapist and regression specialist, shares experiences and interviews about the healing world of past lives.Topics discussed in this episode include:- Using hypnosis to release emotional trauma- How emotions bind stories in the body- Releasing in a safe and controlled environment- Importance of feeling safe with the practitioner you choose to work with- Why it is so important to trust the subconscious mind- Releasing trauma doesn't always mean reliving trauma- How children experience and release past trauma as metaphors- How emotional suppression causes illness- How releasing looks different for different individuals and can be a very physical experience- Limitations to traditional hypnotherapy without first releasing the root cause- Why it is important to have a guide and not go at it alone- Why building trust with the subconscious is paramount—Want to connect with Monique?Monique is a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Regression Therapist. She specializes in regression therapy and past life regression, which utilize the hypnotic state and the wisdom of the subconscious mind, to go straight to and release the emotional root cause of a presenting issue, in order to support deep healing and transformation. Monique works with children, teens and adults, both online or in person in Nova Scotia, Canada.Find out how to work together at moniqueglover.comChat on Instagram @moniquegloverhypnotherapyConnect by email at monique@moniqueglover.comLoved what you just heard? Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Thank you for your ratings, reviews and shares!
In this compelling follow-up to last week's conversation, Jay Croft is joined by Dan Ritchie, co-founder of the Functional Aging Institute, to explore the diversity within the over-50 fitness market. While most gyms target deconditioned older adults, Dan and Jay discuss the often-overlooked segment of active, high-performing individuals in this age group who still seek challenge, adventure, and high-level coaching.They share practical strategies for fitness professionals to market to all older adults by showcasing a variety of real client stories — from someone wanting to hike glaciers in Patagonia, to another preparing to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. If you're in the fitness industry and you want to serve the full spectrum of people over 50, this conversation is a must-listen.Guest: Dan RitchieBio: Dan Ritchie is the President and co-founder of the Functional Aging Institute and a former longtime gym owner. With decades of experience training older adults, Dan specializes in helping fitness professionals serve the unique needs of clients over 50 — from beginners to elite performers.Main Topics Covered:Not a One-Size-Fits-All MarketWhy the over-50 demographic is more diverse than many gym owners realizeHow to avoid alienating active older adults by assuming everyone is a beginnerThe Power of StorytellingHow real-life client stories like summiting Kilimanjaro or traveling Europe inspire belief and actionTips on using storytelling in marketing to connect with a variety of client typesProgram Design for Every Fitness LevelWhy you must scale programs for different abilitiesThe importance of making experienced clients feel seen and appropriately challengedMarketing to the Advanced 50+ ClientWhat gym owners can do to attract fit, motivated clients over 50Balancing welcoming beginner messaging with high-performance program offeringsTimestamps:00:00 – The power of believing what's possible after 70 01:00 – Jay introduces Part 2 with Dan Ritchie 02:00 – Overview of Andrew's fitness question from last episode 04:00 – Stats on low exercise rates over age 65 05:30 – Why we need to speak to all fitness levels 07:00 – Stories that resonate with high-performing older adults 08:30 – Kilimanjaro, Patagonia, and client adventures 10:00 – Fitness goals like golf, tennis, and pickleball 13:00 – Making clients feel seen and supported 16:00 – Jay's story about "Papillon" the grandfather 18:00 – Creating a gym where everyone feels they belong 20:00 – Reversing decline through consistent training 21:00 – Lance's story: feeling better at 75 than at 65
If your thoughts feel loud, your body feels tense and your clarity feels just out of reach - this episode is for you.Whether you're navigating a big decision, spiralling in self-doubt or simply craving a moment of peace, consider this your invitation to soften.It's time to come home to your body and remember that safety isn't found in control - it's cultivated through compassion.Whether you're journaling in bed or walking barefoot on the coast, this episode invites you to slow down.So take a deep breath and remember that you don't need to have it all figured out... You just need to feel safe enough to take the next step.Join me today as I explore…• Why overthinking is a protective pattern - not a personal flaw - and how to meet it with grace• The spiritual shift from control to trust... and how it changes everything• My personal story of untangling my self worth from external validation and reclaiming my power• Simple nervous system tools to move from fight-or-flight into grounded presence• The mindset shift that helped me stop spiralling and start moving• A guided embodied practice to clear mental clutter and reconnect with your truth• Gentle reflection prompts to help you release unhelpful thought loopsGround with me...
If you're feeling untethered, uncertain or like the life you once knew no longer fits - it's time to press play.The Dark Night of the Soul is a sacred unraveling.Think of it as a spiritual reckoning that strips away what's no longer true, so you can meet the woman beneath the roles, the titles and the expectations.This is the cocoon before the wings and it's not something to rush.Join me today as I explore…• What the Dark Night really is and why it's a necessary part of spiritual evolution• How to feel comfortable in the stillness, rather than trying to push through• A personal story of ego death, misalignment and awakening on the beaches of Byron Bay• A guided cave visualisation to help you release, reclaim and remember• How to simplify your life and business during seasons of soul-level change• Reflection prompts to support your identity shifts and you evolveGround with me...
If you've ever felt stuck between two truths - excitement and fear, joy and grief or clarity and confusion - this episode is for you.Today I'm sharing all about the Law of Polarity. This is the universal principle that everything exists in contrast and that duality isn't a problem to solve, it's a portal to deeper wisdom.When we stop resisting the tension and start honouring both ends of the spectrum, we unlock a new level of creativity, clarity and calm.Join me today as I explore…• What the Law of Polarity really means and how it shows up in your business, body and beliefs• A guided embodied practice to help you hold opposites with grace• Welsh myths and seasonal archetypes that mirror the power of polarity• How to use contrast to refine your messaging, offers and emotional integrity• Reflection prompts to help you honour both light and shadow in your work and relationshipsGround with me...
In this episode, we're diving deep into the cosmos with Beth Woodward, intuitive business astrologer and founder of Equinox Moon.If you've ever wondered how your birth chart could shape your brand, guide your launches or help you attract soul-aligned clients… this conversation is for you.Beth shares how she blends energy work with strategic marketing to help intuitive entrepreneurs build businesses that feel natural, magnetic and deeply aligned. From cosmic timing to celestial branding, we explore how astrology can become a powerful tool for self-expression, confidence and sustainable growth when building your heart-led business.Join us as we discuss...Beth's journey from personal passion to thriving astrology-based businessHow to use your chart to plan your launches, content cycles and brand identityThe difference between intention-setting and energetic embodimentWhat it means to build a business that honours your cosmic blueprintPractical ways astrology can support visibility, confidence and client attractionTap here to connect with Beth on InstagramGround with me...
✨ Join me for Reset to Rise. 4 weeks. 4 soul-rich resets. 1 magnetic premium brand at the end of it. Each week, learn how to master your messaging, marketing, branding and mindset. Tap here to find out more and sign up. We start in September and there are just 8 spaces available. ✨Next Thursday I turn 36, and honestly, it feels surreal. But each year I've done one of these reflections and each time it feels like a sacred pause. This is a moment to honour the journey and the wisdom that the past year has gifted me.This episode is for you if you're navigating change, craving clarity or simply want to feel seen in the messy, magical middle of it all.Join me today as I explore…• Why manifestation isn't about control, but about energetic commitment... even when things look like they're falling apart• The bittersweet truth that not everyone can come with you to your next level and how to honour that without guilt• How getting crystal clear on who you serve unlocks creativity, impact and soul-deep fulfilment• The power of focused energy and why saying no to good things can be the most aligned move• Why true happiness lives in the small, sacred moments and how to cultivate more of them every dayWhether you're sipping matcha, walking by the sea, or journaling your own reflections, this episode invites you to honour your growth, trust your timing and celebrate the quiet miracles that shape your path.Join me today as I explore…• Why manifestation needs movement, not just intention• The difference between energetic congruence and spiritual bypass• My personal story of navigating embodiment after leaving the corporate world • Daily rituals to move from hope into habit• Three gentle reflection prompts to help you reclaim effort with graceGround with me...
✨ Join me for Reset to Rise. 4 weeks. 4 soul-rich resets. 1 magnetic premium brand at the end of it. Each week, learn how to master your messaging, marketing, branding and mindset. Tap here to find out more and sign up. We start in September and there are just 8 spaces available. ✨In this episode, I'm reflecting on one of the most misleading myths in the spiritual world: that manifestation alone is enough.We've been taught to vibrate higher, think bigger and hold the frequency... but often without the structure, strategy or self-leadership to ground it.Today, I'm inviting you to reclaim effort as a powerful act of self love. Not from burnout or force, but from devotion.If you've been vision boarding your way into your next chapter but avoiding the inspired steps it requires… this episode is for you.Join me today as I explore…• Why manifestation needs movement, not just intention• The difference between energetic congruence and spiritual bypass• My personal story of navigating embodiment after leaving the corporate world • Daily rituals to move from hope into habit• Three gentle reflection prompts to help you reclaim effort with graceGround with me...
In this uplifting episode of The Optimal Aging Podcast, host Jay Croft reconnects with longtime friend and positivity expert Jay Clark, principal of JC Charity Services and a John Gordon-certified trainer. Jay shares how a positive mindset is not just feel-good fluff — it's a practical, powerful tool for overcoming adversity, improving your health, and growing your business.You'll hear:How positivity fuels resilience and deeper client connectionsThe difference between “kumbaya” optimism and action-based faithWhy core values and knowing your “why” help prevent burnoutReal-world ways small business owners can implement positive leadershipHow storytelling creates magic in leadership and marketingJay also hosts the podcast Making Our World Better, where he highlights unsung heroes in the nonprofit sector. Don't miss this inspiring conversation packed with actionable insights for fitness and wellness professionals over 50.Guest Name: Jay ClarkBio: Jay Clark is a John Gordon-certified Power of Positive Leadership trainer and the founder of JC Charity Services. He draws from a rich background in professional sports and nonprofit leadership to help individuals and organizations develop positive, resilient mindsets through workshops, coaching, and storytelling.Links:Website: https://jccharityservices.com/Podcast: Making Our World Better
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Send us a textWelcome to The Past Life Project!Monique Glover, hypnotherapist and regression specialist, shares experiences and interviews about the healing world of past lives.Topics discussed in this episode include:- Welcome to the revised podcast- What is hypnosis, hypnotherapy and regression therapy?- Learning how to connect with the subconscious and higher self- Why past lives? What does it have to do with healing?- It's about the healing experience, not the story- Releasing emotional trauma- Disturbing patterns and bringing awareness- Bringing in strengths from past lives- Integrating learnings- Energetic interferences/ bindings and quick intro to cords, contracts and curses- Letting go of the story—Want to connect with Monique?Monique is a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Regression Therapist. She specializes in regression therapy and past life regression, which utilize the hypnotic state and the wisdom of the subconscious mind, to go straight to and release the emotional root cause of a presenting issue, in order to support deep healing and transformation. Monique works with children, teens and adults, both online or in person in Nova Scotia, Canada.Find out how to work together at moniqueglover.comChat on Instagram @moniquegloverhypnotherapyConnect by email at monique@moniqueglover.comLoved what you just heard? Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Thank you for your ratings, reviews and shares!
Mentor Sessions Ep.015: Bitcoin, Freedom, and the Illusion of ValueIs Bitcoin just a shared hallucination, or the ultimate tool to dismantle the fiat matrix? In this explosive episode of Mentor Sessions, we dive deep with Knut Svanholm, Bitcoin philosopher and author of Everything Divided by 21 Million and Praxeology: The Invisible Hand That Feeds You. Knut tackles the toughest FUD—Is Bitcoin's value subjective? Can it survive a government crackdown? Who will build the roads in a Bitcoin future? From debunking myths to exploring how Bitcoin rewires our minds for freedom, this conversation will arm you with the logic to orange-pill your friends and escape the system. Hit play and rethink money, power, and hope in 2025!Chapters: • 00:00:00 - IntroductionGet ready for a mind-bending discussion with Knut Svanholm on Bitcoin's power to reveal truth. • 00:02:06:19 - Is Bitcoin's Value a Collective Hallucination?Knut dismantles the myth of intrinsic value and explains why Bitcoin's worth is subjective. • 00:03:36:23 - Why “Store of Value” MisleadsKnut challenges the term “store of value” and redefines Bitcoin as a medium of exchange over time and space. • 00:06:30:08 - Bitcoin's Singular Purpose: Money, Not MoreWhy adding use cases like NFTs harms Bitcoin's role as sound money. • 00:09:12:19 - The Great Lie of Stable PricesKnut explains why prices should naturally fall and how Bitcoin exposes fiat illusions. • 00:11:36:09 - Can Bitcoin Survive Government Capture?Knut on why nodes, not miners, hold the power and how Bitcoin resists control. • 00:14:46:01 - Bitcoin's Antifragile DesignHow Bitcoin's decentralized chaos makes it stronger against attacks. • 00:20:14:16 - Who Will Build the Roads?Knut tackles the classic libertarian question with insights from his updated Praxeology book. • 00:33:19:09 - Bitcoin vs. Coercion: Ending TaxationHow sound money reduces incentives for violence and empowers voluntary systems. • 00:42:20:23 - The Shawshank Redemption of BitcoinKnut's powerful analogy on hope, freedom, and escaping the fiat prison. • 00:52:33:05 - New Chapters in PraxeologyKnut discusses new additions to his book, covering natural law and punishment. • 01:00:07:03 - Knut's Bitcoin Infinity AcademyLearn about Knut's project to share his books for free and educate Bitcoiners worldwide.About Knut Svanholm• Website: bitcoin-infinity.com • Twitter: @knutsvanholm • Bitcoin Infinity Academy: geyser.fund/projects/infinityFREE Bitcoin Book Giveaway: New to Bitcoin? Get Magic Internet Money by Jesse Berger FREE! Click here: bitcoinmentororange.com/magic-internet-money BOOK Private Sessions with Bitcoin Mentor: Master self-custody, hardware, multisig, Lightning, privacy, and more. Visit bitcoinmentor.ioFITSCRIPT is built by Bitcoiners for high performing men who want sovereignty over their health. Visit https://qrco.de/bfzjmaSubscribe to Mentor Sessions, Don't miss out!Follow Us: • BTC Sessions: @BTCsessions • Nathan: @theBTCmentor • Knut: @knutsvanholm • Bitcoin Infinity Show: bitcoin-infinity.comLoved this episode? Smash the like button, share with your Bitcoin crew, and subscribe for more! Check out our previous episode with Gary Cardone on wealth-building and Bitcoin mining: https://youtu.be/PHYfdjoZh6I #Bitcoin #BitcoinPhilosophy #Praxeology #AustrianEconomics #BitcoinEducation #KnutSvanholm #FinancialFreedom #MentorSessions #SoundMoney #Libertarian #BitcoinInfinity #SelfCustody #MentorSessions #Freedom #Podcast #Crypto #Cryptocurrency
This episode brings an energizing and expansive conversation with Natalia Gaitan, a Colombian immigrant, Creative Director, and Founder of Hola Luz Creative. Natalia's studio helps audacious, impact-driven entrepreneurs transform their purpose into powerful visual presence.From designing for Fortune 500 brands like TJ Maxx and JC Penney to launching a mission-driven creative agency, Natalia shares how her entrepreneurial journey has been an act of defiance, empowerment, and storytelling. We explore:How branding becomes a political act for Latina and minority-owned businessesThe power of redefining wealth, success, and visibility through entrepreneurshipWhy investing in your brand is non-negotiable if you're building a legacy of impactWhy purpose-led business needs strategy, not just passionTangible insights for changemakers ready to take their message seriouslyWhether you're a startup founder, creative, nonprofit leader, or seasoned entrepreneur - this episode is your reminder that branding isn't about ego. It's about credibility, impact, and giving your message the vessel it deserves. As Natalia explains in the episode, “If you took your business as seriously as you take your purpose, everything would change.”About Natalia Gaitan: Natalia, founder and lead designer of Hola Luz Creative Studio, is a bold advocate for purpose-driven branding. As a Latina entrepreneur with a background in designing for Fortune 500 companies, Natalia has transformed her passion for storytelling, cultural connection, and design into a thriving creative studio that serves audacious, impact-driven founders and organizations. Her work focuses on helping businesses amplify their voices and create lasting legacies through strategic branding and web design.Natalia's journey—from building her business in a second language to stepping into leadership as a speaker and mentor—reflects her commitment to breaking barriers and empowering women of color and underrepresented communities. She believes that a brand is not just a business asset but a powerful tool for connection, belonging, and change.Through Hola Luz Creative Studio, Natalia collaborates with clients to craft bold, authentic brands that inspire connection, elevate their visibility, and shine a light on their unique stories. With a blend of expertise, empathy, and cultural resonance, she's on a mission to help entrepreneurs build brands that don't just look good but also make an impact.Connect with Natalia:Instagram: @holaluzcreativeWebsite: www.holaluzcreative.comLoved this episode? ✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps more changemakers find this show and dare to be seen.
In this episode of The Optimal Aging Podcast, host Jay Croft sits down with Rick Streb—fitness industry veteran, marketing strategist, and bestselling author—to explore how publishing a book can supercharge your fitness business. Whether you're a gym owner, trainer, or health coach, Rick explains why having your own book is more than just a vanity project—it's a strategic marketing asset.You'll learn how Rick helps fitness pros turn their everyday knowledge and client stories into published books that build authority, attract ideal clients, and fuel long-term growth. From using AI tools like ChatGPT to creating targeted funnels and lead magnets, Rick shares his complete process—and why it's never been easier to get started.
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In this episode, host Debi Robinson sits down with Jodi Cohen, founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, to explore the deep connection between essential oils, nervous system regulation, and overall health—including your bones.Jodi shares how essential oils can be more than a pleasant scent—they're a scientifically-backed self-care tool that supports everything from digestion and detoxification to fascia health and emotional balance.We discuss:The role of the vagus nerve in healingHow smell directly calms the brain and bodyFascia, lymph, and circulation as key players in bone healthSpecific oil blends for parasympathetic activation, inflammation, and hormonal balanceWhy your body can't heal when it's stuck in stress—and how oils can change thatConnect with Jodi:
In this inspiring episode of Getting Real, Monick Halm sits down with Wanda, a powerhouse global strategist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Active Ingredients Inc. and the women's collective This Is What She Said. Wanda shares her journey of transforming chaos into clarity over the past 25 years — and how she helps individuals and brands achieve massive breakthroughs by shifting how they think.Wanda reveals the most overlooked reason people get stuck: they're solving the wrong problem. She explains how focusing on the desired outcome — not the immediate issue — leads to more powerful, lasting solutions. Through a simple but profound analogy about pulling weeds in a garden, she highlights how outcome-driven thinking changes everything from your strategy to your results.The conversation flows into how living in curiosity can rewire how we handle challenges, conflicts, and even our relationships. Wanda shares a personal, moving story about surviving a coma, and how intellectual humility—especially in a medical setting—played a crucial role in saving her life. From entrepreneurs to executives, the lessons are clear: staying open, curious, and humble is a game-changer.Monick and Wanda also dive into what it really means to have a brand. Spoiler: it's not your logo or tagline. Wanda breaks down the three essential parts of a brand strategy in simple, relatable terms and explains why your brand must be a relationship, not just a product.You'll also learn about Wanda's passion project: This Is What She Said, a unique and intimate women's collective designed to help members grow their businesses through honest support, visibility, and co-creative squads. Wanda shares the deeply personal story that sparked this movement and how she built a space where women lift each other without competition.Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with mindset shifts, real talk, and practical wisdom. You'll walk away inspired to reframe your thinking, clarify your outcomes, and surround yourself with a tribe that helps you grow.Key Takeaways:Why solving for the outcome leads to breakthroughsHow curiosity and intellectual humility fuel creativity and connectionThe true definition of a brand and why it's more than just visualsA powerful model for growing your business in sisterhoodThe mindset shift from accountability to shared responsibility and actionConnect with Wanda:
327. Unlock your inner strength- mental toughness tips for moms facing daily challenges. | Routines, Schedules, Time Blocking, Home, Time Management, Self Care, Moms, Spring Cleaning, Balance “Unlock Your Inner Strength: Mental Toughness Tips for Moms Facing Daily Challenges”Feeling overwhelmed by the daily chaos of motherhood? Wish you had the mental strength to handle challenges with confidence and ease? In today's episode, we're diving into how to build mental toughness so you can turn obstacles into opportunities and thrive—even on the hardest days.You'll learn research-backed strategies to: ✔️ Start your day with a resilient mindset for more peace & focus. ✔️ Push past discomfort and build daily habits that strengthen your willpower. ✔️ Set weekly resilience challenges to develop long-term mental toughness. ✔️ Reflect on obstacles and transform setbacks into growth moments. ✔️ Create an evening routine that resets your mind for success.This episode is packed with actionable tips to help you stay strong, handle stress, and build the resilience you need to thrive in motherhood and beyond.Episode Highlights:✅ Start Your Day with Intention: A strong morning routine improves focus and resilience, reducing stress for the day ahead. Research shows that gratitude, affirmations, and mindfulness boost emotional well-being and mental toughness.✅ Embrace Discomfort to Build Resilience: Doing one hard thing daily—whether it's exercising, delaying gratification, or tackling a tough conversation—trains your brain to handle challenges with confidence.✅ Set Weekly Resilience Goals: Choosing one challenge per week expands your mental and emotional endurance, making it easier to tackle bigger obstacles. Research shows that consistent small wins train the brain for long-term resilience.✅ Reflect and Learn from Challenges: Self-reflection helps reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth, boosting problem-solving skills and emotional intelligence.✅ Evening Mental Reset: Ending your day with gratitude and intentional reflection reduces stress and improves clarity, helping you wake up mentally stronger.YOUR NEXT STEPS:1️⃣ Pick One Mental Toughness Tip: Choose one habit from today's episode and start implementing it this week.2️⃣ Join the Thriving Homemakers Academy Summit: Don't miss out on this powerful event designed to help you create a peaceful & joy filled home! Sign up now → [THA ONLINE COURSE FOR MOMS]3️⃣ Get Your HFM Productivity Planner: Create an intentional, stress-free life for yourself with the best planner for busy moms. Grab yours today → [SHOP PLANNERS HERE]Connect with me:✨ Instagram: @highfivemotherhood ✨ Website: www.highfivemotherhood.comLoved this episode? Leave a review and share it with a mom friend who needs encouragement today!Until next time, Mama—keep showing up, stay strong, and remember: You've got this!
I'm Monique Glover, hypnotherapist and regression specialist, and I will be your host for The Past Life Project podcast.Let me bring you into my world, where just another day in the office is not your typical desk job. In each episode we will be delving into the extraordinary realm of past lives through my own therapy practice, client stories and interviews, and conversations with like minded practitioners that are utilizing past lives as a powerful modality for healing. Tune in to find out how people just like you are healing from a range of physical, emotional and spiritual issues by exploring their previous incarnations.Are you ready to dive into the future of therapy? It's time to turn back time with The Past Life Project.--Want to connect with Monique?Monique is an ocean loving, east coast girl with a love for romance and magic and dancing with her inner child. She is passionate about supporting others in their journey to heal from the past and live freely through her hypnotherapy practice.Find out how to work together at moniqueglover.comChat on Instagram @moniquegloverhypnotherapyConnect by email at monique@moniqueglover.comLoved what you just heard? Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Thank you for your ratings, reviews and shares!
Send us a text Tired of feeling like you're always behind, no matter how much you do? I feel you. That's why in this episode I've brought in the big guns: Productivity Expert Lisa Zawrotny. In this interview, Lisa offers a refreshing new perspective on what it means to be productive and how to create a workflow that supports your well-being and your goals.In this episode, we cover:What shame-free productivity really means How to identify and clear both physical and mental clutterWhy traditional to-do lists fail—and how to use a to-choose list insteadThe role of core values in prioritizing your time and energyProductivity strategies tailored for neurodiverse individuals (including those with ADHD)Tune in for actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and permission to do less so you can actually enjoy your life. Links & References:Join us at our next PWR Virtual Speed Networking Event!For even deeper connections, check out the Powerful Women Rising Community!Connect with Lisa, check out her amazing resources and listen to her podcast at https://positivelyproductive.comLoved the episode? Here are four ways you can show your support:1. Buy me a coffee to show your appreciation!2. Leave a five-star review3. DM me on Instagram and let me know4. Share it with a friend!Connect with Me, Your Host Melissa Snow!Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneurship. She founded the Powerful Women Rising Community, which provides female business owners with essential support and resources for business growth. Melissa's other mission is to revolutionize networking, promoting authenticity and genuine connections over sleazy sales tactics. She lives in Colorado Springs with her two dogs, three cats, and any number of foster kittens. She loves iced coffee, true crime, Taylor Swift, and buying books she'll never read.Instagram: https://instagram.com/powerfulwomenrisingThreads: https://www.threads.net/@powerfulwomenrisingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powerfulwomenrising
Another day with another amazing guest; Keren Eldad…Keren Eldad has launched her debut book, Gilded: Breaking Free from the Cage of Ambition, Perfectionism and the Constant Pursuit of More! Order her book here. In today's episode we talk all about hustle culture in women and men, burnout, perfectionism, and how God can be telling you that it is time to START OVER.This was such an amazing episode, and I am so grateful to have been able to chat with Keren today and pick her brain for all of you.Find Keren Here!: https://kereneldad.comLoved how this episode came out! Thank you for all your constant love and support on my show - I truly appreciate each and every one of you!Video Podcast Link:Check out my 2025 game plan here: https://d5163f-08.myshopify.com/products/2025-game-plan?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=webHead on over to Rula.com/fromeve to get started today. After you sign up they ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them our show sent you.LinkTree (all links) : https://linktr.ee/foryoufromeveWebsite + Services: https://www.foryoufromeve.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/foryoufromeveTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foryoufromeveAmazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-e333d6b9?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=socialLTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Olivia_Eve_Shabo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Grab your coffee, your earbuds, and your favorite cozy spot—it's time for some juicy updates!
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In this episode of the Boss Lady Bloggers Podcast, we break down a step-by-step roadmap to help you start making money with your blog. Whether you're just starting out or feeling stuck, this episode is packed with actionable tips to monetize your blog faster and smarter.What We Cover:How to define your niche and audience.Why creating purposeful content leads to profit.The fastest way to start monetizing—your own offers.Why building an email list is key to consistent income.How to scale your blog income with upsells, bundles, and automation.Links and Resources Mentioned:Book Your Blog Monetization Strategy Session: Get personalized guidance and clarity for turning your blog into a profitable business.Let's Connect:Instagram: @BossLadyBloggersWebsite: bossladybloggers.comLoved this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a blogging bestie. See you next week!
Are you exhausted from trying to do it all and feeling like it's never enough? In this episode of Marketing Like a Mother, Olivia sits down with Valerie Recore, founder of Stride Productivity, to bust some serious myths about productivity and mom life. Valerie calls out the societal pressures that make moms think they have to be superheroes and explains how to reclaim your time, set boundaries, and share the mental load. From practical tips to real-life stories, this episode will leave you feeling seen and ready to make real changes.Key Takeaways:* You Can't Do It All: Accept that it's literally impossible to do everything…and that's okay. The goal is to do what matters.* Ban the Busy Badge: Being busy doesn't make you more successful or valuable. Let's ditch that particular badge of honor, shall we?* Shared Responsibility: There's a big difference between asking for help and sharing the load—learn how to make sure it's not all on you.* Reminders Save Lives: Automate reminders so you can free up mental space and stop worrying about what you might be forgetting.* Body Doubling for the Win: Sometimes, just having someone sit with you while you fold laundry or work makes the task easier.Links MentionedSay hi to Valerie on Instagram, LinkedIn, or FacebookLearn more at strideproductivity.comLoved this episode? Share it with another mom who needs to hear that she's not alone! You can learn more about Valerie and her productivity tips at strideproductivity.com. And hey, if you're feeling extra generous, leave us a rating to help spread the word. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit marketinglikeamother.substack.com
Episode Summary:In this episode, we chat with Amy, founder of Sculpt Pilates, an online Pilates platform designed for women at home. Amy shares her journey of starting her business, the challenges she faced, and how working with a business coach helped her overcome those hurdles and scale her business. She discusses the importance of having clarity, confidence, and creativity in business, as well as her passion for strength training and balanced living. We also dive into her recent successes, including selling out a Pilates retreat, creating lead magnets that convert, and the importance of community in her business.Key Takeaways:1. Starting Sculpt Pilates: Amy shares how she began Sculpt Pilates, an online Pilates platform for women, with passion and enthusiasm but little strategy. She discusses how her vision evolved and the steps she took to structure her business. 2. The Importance of Business Coaching: Amy opens up about how working with a coach helped her gain clarity, improve her marketing strategy, and remove fear, which was essential in scaling her business.3. Marketing and Lead Generation: She explains how she learned to implement lead magnets, funnel systems, and nurturing sequences, which automated parts of her business and led to increased sales without constant active engagement.4. Confidence in Business: Amy talks about her growing confidence in business after nailing down her target market, her marketing, and lead generation processes. She's now at a place where she feels empowered to grow her brand sustainably.5. Diversifying Income Streams: Amy shares how she expanded her business beyond memberships to include courses, retreats, and one-on-one sessions. One of her popular offerings, a seven-week strength training course for women, has been a game-changer.6. Retreat Success: Amy discusses the success of her recent Pilates retreat, which combined community-building, Pilates, and balance with fun activities like a pajama party. She also highlights how new participants were converted into long-term members.7. Balanced Living Philosophy: Amy's philosophy is all about balance. Her approach focuses on strength and well-being, without the pressure of aesthetic perfection. Her members are more focused on long-term health, strength, and enjoying life, including indulging in the occasional glass of wine or pasta dish.8. Ongoing Evolution: As her business continues to evolve, Amy emphasizes the importance of creativity, adaptability, and keeping her content fresh to retain members and attract new ones.Memorable Quotes from Amy:- "You have to be internally ingrained in making your business work. Trying and failing? I'm totally okay with that."- "When you feel clear about what you're doing, that is the most powerful thing."- "My women are all about balance—it's about strength for life, not about having a six-pack." Connect with Amy:- Website: [Sculpt Pilates](https://www.sculptpilates.com)- Instagram:https:https://www.instagram.com/sculptpilatesbyamy/Free Download https://sculpt-pilates.myflodesk.com/freeworkout Join Amy's Programs:- Sculpt Pilates Membership:Access to online Pilates classes, nutrition plans, and more. https://www.sculpt-pilates.co.uk/sculptmembersareaDon't forget to Subscribe & Leave a Review:www.millsgray.comLoved this episode? Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you're listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Renowned sleep doctor, Dr. Barry Krakow, battles dismissive doctors, empowers patients, and transforms lives through the power of proper diagnosis and treatment for sleep disorders, unlocking the key to improved mental well-being.My special guest is Barry KrakowBarry Krakow is a seasoned medical professional and a celebrated figure in the world of sleep science. With over three decades of dedicated service, Barry has helped countless individuals navigate through sleep disorders, from chronic nightmares and insomnia to Restless Leg Syndrome. As a board-certified internist, his work has shed light on the intricate relationship between sleep quality and mental health. Barry is currently a professor at Mercer University School of Medicine, where he oversees the training of future psychiatrists in the field of sleep medicine. His life's work and distinct insights make him an invaluable guide for those struggling with sleep disorders and mental health issues.By having these problems with your sleep, it's not just all psychological. You end up with cardiovascular diseases, neurologic problems. Sleep is a huge deal. - Barry KrakowIn this episode, you will be able to:Gain insights into how sleep disorders intertwine with mental health, illuminating a side of psychological resilience few have considered.Learn about the successful methods used in dealing with long-term nightmares and sleeplessness, and the prospect of finally getting that elusive good night's rest.Appreciate why taking stock of sleep quality is paramount and the significant benefits it brings to your day-to-day activities.Understand the challenges in securing good care for sleep disorders and strategies to navigate them.Delve into the sleep needs of teenagers, and the profound effects sleep has on their overall development and well-being. Emphasize the importance of addressing sleep qualityMaintaining quality sleep is essential for both physical and mental health. It's an area that often gets overlooked, but poor sleep quality can result in deteriorating mental health conditions and reduced alertness during the day. Therefore, prioritizing sleep quality by seeking professional help when needed and implementing beneficial habits can dramatically improve overall well-being.The resources mentioned in this episode are:Purchase Dr. Barry Krakow's book Life Saving Sleep: New Horizons in Mental Health Treatment to learn more about the relationship between sleep and mental health.Visit Dr. Krakow's website to find resources and information about sleep disorders and treatment options.If you or someone you know is struggling with sleep and mental health, consider seeking help from a sleep doctor or specialist in your area.Explore the various treatment options available for sleep disorders, including medication, therapy, and alternative therapies.Take steps to improve the quality of your sleep by establishing a consistent bedtime routine, creating a sleep-friendly environment, and practicing relaxation techniques before bed.Consider using sleep tracking devices or apps to monitor your sleep patterns and identify any potential issues.Prioritize self-care and stress management techniques to reduce the impact of mental health on your sleep.Educate yourself about the connection between sleep disorders and mental health, and advocate for better understanding and treatment within the mental health community.If you suspect that your sleep problems may be related to an underlying mental health condition, consult with a mental health professional for a comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan.Reach out to support groups or online communitiesJoin his SUBSTACK URL FOR FREE SLEEP NEWSLETTER: https://fastasleep.substack.com/The key moments in this episode are:00:00:02 - Introduction, 00:03:11 - Connecting Sleep and Mental Health, 00:08:28 - Importance of Sleep Quality, 00:12:18 - Sleep's Impact on Mental Health, 00:14:57 - Long-term Consequences of Untreated Sleep Disorders, 00:16:26 - The Importance of Sleep Technology, 00:19:14 - The Life-Changing Impact of Proper Treatment, 00:23:04 - Non-Medication Strategies for Improved Sleep, 00:25:45 - Finding the Right Sleep Center, 00:32:17 - The Impact of Nightmares and Insomnia in Adolescents 00:34:09 - Nonpharmacological Treatments for Nightmares and Insomnia 00:35:16 - Changing Perspectives on Sleep 00:38:05 - Finding Therapists for Treating Insomnia and Nightmares 00:48:02 - Gratitude for Sleep Expert, 00:48:24 - Making a Difference in Lives, 00:48:40 - Unique Research and Profession, 00:49:20 - Join the Difference Maker Community, 00:49:35 - Farewell and Gratitude, Stop counting number of hours of sleep and look at the fact that there must be something wrong with the quality of your sleep itself. Sleep does this amazing brainwashing technique in the middle of the night, so to speak, where it cleanses the brain of toxic molecules. - Barry KrakowTimestamped summary of this episode:00:00:02 - Introduction, Introduction to the podcast and guest, Dr. Barry Krakow, a sleep medicine specialist, and his expertise in treating sleep disorders related to mental health.00:03:11 - Connecting Sleep and Mental Health, Dr. Krakow discusses his groundbreaking research on the connection between sleep disorders, such as nightmares and insomnia, and mental health conditions like PTSD. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and treating sleep disorders as independent issues.00:08:28 - Importance of Sleep Quality, Dr. Krakow highlights the significance of sleep quality over the number of hours slept. He explains that fragmented sleep with disrupted brainwave patterns can lead to feelings of unrefreshed sleep and daytime fatigue.00:12:18 - Sleep's Impact on Mental Health, The discussion delves into the various mechanisms by which sleep affects mental health. Dr. Krakow explains how sleep improves energy levels, cleanses the brain of toxic molecules, and its correlation with the glymphatic system, which may influence the risk of dementia.00:14:57 - Long-term Consequences of Untreated Sleep Disorders, Dr. Krakow emphasizes the wide-ranging consequences of untreated sleep disorders on both mental and physical health, including cardiovascular and neurological issues. He warns against prolonged reliance on medications or ineffective advice, urging individuals to seek proper treatment for their sleep disorders.00:16:26 - The Importance of Sleep Technology, The guest discusses the importance of having advanced technology in sleep centers to accurately diagnose sleep disorders. He shares a story about a single mom who was constantly tired and struggling at work. After being dismissed by other sleep centers, she found relief through a specific technology that measured her breathing in a unique way.00:19:14 - The Life-Changing Impact of Proper Treatment, The guest recounts the story of the single mom who experienced a miraculous improvement in her life after receiving proper treatment for her sleep disorder. Despite having a mild form of upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS), her symptoms disappeared and she regained her energy and ability to function normally. This case highlights the transformative power of sleep medicine.00:23:04 - Non-Medication Strategies for Improved Sleep, The guest suggests various non-medication strategies for individuals who heavily rely on sleeping pills. He emphasizes the importance of addressing sleep quality and exploring potential breathing issues. Simple interventions like nasal saline drops or nasal strips can significantly improve sleep. Dental devices and surgeries may also be options for those with specific conditions.00:25:45 - Finding the Right Sleep Center, The guest acknowledges the challenges in finding a sleep center that provides comprehensive care. He advises individuals to ask specific questions when contacting a sleep center, such as whether they treat upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS) and whether they use Bi level devices instead of CPAP. Being informed and advocating for oneself is crucial in navigating the sleep medicine field.00:32:17 - The Impact of Nightmares and Insomnia in Adolescents Nightmares and insomnia are common problems in adolescents, especially during the teenage years. Nightmares can be a red flag for anxiety, depression, and trauma, while insomnia can have a significant impact on sleep quality. Therapists who specialize in treating nightmares and insomnia can help adolescents overcome these issues.00:34:09 - Nonpharmacological Treatments for Nightmares and Insomnia Imagery Rehearsal Therapy is a leading nonpharmacological treatment for chronic nightmares, but it is not widely known or practiced. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia is another specialized program that can help individuals improve their sleep quality. Both therapies focus on changing behaviors and patterns associated with sleep.00:35:16 - Changing Perspectives on Sleep Two important paradigms to consider when addressing insomnia are stopping clockwatching and understanding the difference between feeling sleepy and feeling tired. Clockwatching can worsen insomnia, while recognizing the feeling of sleepiness and only getting into bed when feeling that way can improve sleep quality.00:38:05 - Finding Therapists for Treating Insomnia and Nightmares Therapists who specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia can be found through sleep centers or online programs. However, finding therapists who practice Imagery Rehearsal Therapy may be more challenging. Military sleep centers often have mental health professionals trained in IRT due to the high prevalence of PTSD and nightmares among military personnel.00:48:02 - Gratitude for Sleep Expert, The host expresses gratitude for Dr. Krakow, an expert on sleep who has been working in the field for over 30 years. She encourages listeners to check out his resources and share them with others who may be struggling with sleep.00:48:24 - Making a Difference in Lives, The host emphasizes the goal of the podcast, which is to make a difference in the lives of listeners. She encourages them to share the episode with anyone who could benefit from learning about sleep and mentions the exclusive content available in the Difference Maker community.00:48:40 - Unique Research and Profession, The host expresses gratitude for Dr. Krakow's unique research and profession in the field of sleep. She highlights the valuable information she has already learned from him and hopes that listeners will also find his insights helpful for improving their sleep and the sleep of their families.00:49:20 - Join the Difference Maker Community, The host invites listeners to join the Difference Maker community for extra content with Dr. Krakow and other experts. She emphasizes the importance of sleep and encourages everyone to spread the news about how to sleep better by sharing the episode with others.00:49:35 - Farewell and Gratitude, The host concludes the episode by thanking listeners and bidding farewell. She encourages everyone to have a great day and to continue making a difference in the world.When you treat somebody's sleep disorder, not only do they sleep better, but their mental health improves. Patients have been walking into doctors' offices for decades saying, 'Doctor, if you can fix my sleep problem, my depression is going to get better.' - Barry KrakowEmphasize the importance of addressing sleep qualityMaintaining quality sleep is essential for both physical and mental health. It's an area that often gets overlooked, but poor sleep quality can result in deteriorating mental health conditions and reduced alertness during the day. 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"I always pee a little when I laugh." "I can't jump on a trampoline anymore!" "I always have to pee in the middle of the night." "Who wants to have sex, it hurts!" "I guess I just live with a little back pain now, it is what it is." "It's normal, I had 3 kids!"Turns out - this sh*t ain't normal. Today's Snooze Button guest, Dr. Katie Peters, a pelvic floor specialist, Mom of 3, and founder of LA based therapy clinics BeachMama Wellness and Her Integrated Wellness. Katie is dropping some hard truths - so much of what we chalk up as being "normal" downtown after having kids can and should be easily fixed with pelvic floor therapy. I learned a ton in this episode, and I hope you will too!If you're interested in working with Katie, she has generously offered Snooze Button listeners complimentary 20 minute introductory phone or video consultations, as well as $20 off your first full consult (in person or virtual) if you mention The Snooze Button!You can follow Katie on Instagram at BeachMama Wellness and email her to learn more about her services at hello@beachmama-wellness.comLoved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....and Leave A Review....and Share with your Mom Friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork With Me One On OneGrab A Sleep CourseTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: podcast@brittanysheehan.com
Join host Lori Adams-Brown on A World of Difference as she sits down with Dr. Lynn Cohick, a New Testament professor and author of "A Second Edition Dictionary of Paul in His Letters." Brown discusses Cohick's journey as a professor, her love for scriptures, and her contribution to including more women's voices in the conversation around Paul and Paul's letters. Cohick shares her project of creating a visual museum online for free access showcasing ancient artwork and sculptures that represent what women were doing in the ancient church. They also discuss how women played a large role in the formation of Christian theology and liturgy. The discussion moves to the challenges women face in male-dominated industries such as biblical studies, theology, and academia and how they have to work twice as hard as men to be perceived at the same level. Cohick encourages women to take risks and not be afraid to fail. They then discuss the importance of acknowledging gender stereotypes and biases and the need to break free from them. The podcast ends with a sneak peek of a Patreon-exclusive interview where Cohick shares about her experience in times of suffering. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode of A World of Difference with host Lori Adams-Brown and guest Dr. Lynn Cohick.[00:00:02] Introduction of Dr. Lynn Cohick's new book[00:03:53] Women's History in Early Christianity[00:07:56] Women's Role in Church History[00:12:22] Independent Women in Ancient World[00:16:38] Interpretation in Diverse Communities[00:21:28] Challenges faced by women in male-dominated spaces[00:26:11] Overcoming Patriarchal Norms in Women's Careers[00:30:09] Challenging Gender Biases in Education and Careers[00:34:06] Challenging Paul's Views on Women in Scriptures[00:38:26] Interpretation of 1 Timothy 2[00:42:39] Biblical verse on women's salvation and cultural context[00:46:18] Farewell to Dr. Cohick and acknowledgement of difficult situation[00:49:43] Exclusive Interview with Dr. Cohick on Spiritual PracticesBecome a patron of this podcast, and enjoy free merch. Join other patrons of this podcast at Patreon. **********The A World of Difference Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Missio Alliance.Join us to discuss this episode, previous episodes or for other thoughtful conversations at our Facebook group. We'd love to have you stop by and share your perspective. Stay In Touch: Connect on Facebook and Instagram with thoughts, questions, and feedback. Rate, review and share this podcast with anyone that would love to listen. Find Us Online: @aworldof.difference on Instagram A World of Difference on Facebook, Linktree,on Twitter at @loriadbr or loriadamsbrown.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating. Click here to review
The old definition of Rich is having a great deal of money or assets, in a word: Wealthy. The NEW definition of RICH is the ability to do what you want, when you want, where you want, with whom you want, for as long as you want. With ENOUGH money to do so, in a word: FREEDOM. But as Dawn explains in this episode, freedom isn't free. The Law of Sacrifice means there is always an exchange involved. What is the cost of that freedom?Listen and you'll learn:1. The key element required to "buy" your Freedom.2. What cost is involved and must be paid for a wide, open spacious calendar. 3. A key to getting off the living paycheck to paycheck treadmill.Here's a link to the Living Paycheck to Paycheck ReportOther episodes you may enjoy:Living the Retirement Lifestyle with Chris & Susan BeesleyPaying the Price: How to Take Control of Your Cash FlowEmbracing an Economic Satisfaction LifestyleConnect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifeinparadise/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfleming/Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating hereSupport the show
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Do you ever find yourself thinking - or saying - "I'm too old to..." Is there an age where we cross the line and become “too old”? Is it smarter to just mark time until we die, instead of wanting a better life? If you're bold enough to say "heck no!" then you'll enjoy this inspirational episode. Dawn shares the stories of many "late bloomers" who found happiness and success later in life. We all evolve at different rates, but as long as we're still here - it's never too late for us to blossom!Listen and you'll learn:1. Why being miserable younger in life isn't such a bad sign.2. How following what lights you up benefits the world, and you.3. That age really isn't the barrier you think it is to getting what you want.Other episodes you may enjoy:Yay for Parkinson's: My diagnosis blessed me with a wonderful life! Living a Good Life Diving Isla MujeresConnect with me:Instagram: @midlifeinparadiseFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfleming/Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.comLoved this episode?Leave us a review and rating hereSupport the show
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Guest: Brenden Kumarasamy, Founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel dedicated to helping people master the art of public speaking.Introduction:In this episode, we have Brenden Kumarasamy, a public speaking coach, and founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel dedicated to helping people master the art of public speaking. Brenden shares his insights on how to become a confident and effective public speaker, and how to connect with your audience.Key Takeaways:Public speaking is a skill that can be learned: Many people believe that public speaking is a natural talent, but Brenden believes that anyone can become an effective public speaker with the right training and practice.Start with the end in mind: Before you start preparing your speech, think about the outcome you want to achieve. What message do you want to convey? What action do you want your audience to take?Structure your speech: A well-structured speech can help you communicate your message effectively. Brenden recommends using the following structure: Introduction, Body, and Conclusion.Use stories and examples: Stories and examples can help you connect with your audience and make your message more relatable.Practice, practice, practice: Practice is the key to becoming a confident and effective public speaker. Brenden recommends practicing your speech multiple times before you deliver it, and recording yourself to identify areas for improvement.Focus on your body language: Your body language can convey a lot of information to your audience. Brenden recommends using confident body language, such as standing up straight, making eye contact, and using hand gestures.Conclusion:In this episode, Brenden Kumarasamy shared his insights on how to become a confident and effective public speaker. He emphasized the importance of preparation, structure, and practice, and provided tips on how to connect with your audience. If you're looking to improve your public speaking skills, this episode is a must-listen!Become a patron of this podcast, and enjoy free merch. Join other patrons of this podcast at Patreon. **********The A World of Difference Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Missio Alliance.Join us to discuss this episode, previous episodes or for other thoughtful conversations at our Facebook group. We'd love to have you stop by and share your perspective. Stay In Touch: Connect on Facebook and Instagram with thoughts, questions, and feedback. Rate, review and share this podcast with anyone that would love to listen. Find Us Online: @aworldof.difference on Instagram A World of Difference on Facebook, Linktree,on Twitter at @loriadbr or loriadamsbrown.comLoved this episode? Leave us a...
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For several decades, she had a dream to scuba dive. In this episode Dawn shares the experience of achieving one of her Bucket List goals: getting PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Certified. Listen and you'll learn 1. Why it is so important to have a Master Dream (Bucket) List and how many things should be on your list,2. How and why you want to know your limits.3. Understand the process of making good decisions and ignore peer pressure.Other episodes you mayenjoy:The Incredible Benefits of Being a Global Citizen with Ridgely GoldsboroughHow to Safely Exit Your Comfort Zone and Have Fun!Living a Good Life Diving Isla MujeresConnect with me:Instagram: @midlifeinparadiseFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfleming/Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.comLoved this episode?Leave us a review and rating here Support the show
For the longest time the chef in a restaurant was a guy in the back that was hidden from the public eye. Then the food network came along and the chef became a celebrity. Now for some reason the chef is a public enemy because we suddenly created a toxic work environment?I don't think so. Thats pretty fucked up to be honest. On behalf of the Chef's out there getting beat up over this... please stop. Chefs are very much driven by our passion to make people happy. What set me off in the past was dealing with people that treated the restaurant as nothing more than an ATM. This is my, our, life. If you want to trash on what I live for then I'm going to rip you up. PERIODSo if you don't care and you just need a paycheck or the tips for the day then go work somewhere that has no soul. You will fit in like you were family.Instagram: @insidethepressurecookerYouTube: @insidethepressurecookerTwitter: @chadkelleyPatreon: @InsidethepressurecookerFeedback: Email me!Website: https://insidethepressurecooker.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts or Follow Us on Spotify or your favorite podcasting platform.Check Out my Other Projects:Chef Made HomeRoasted Bean Freak
Our guest Renee Hughes a Certified Professional Aromatherapist & Certified Natural Health Consultant, and I share how living with chronic illness share how we've found success in our businesses despite the pandemic and endometriosis flare-ups.You will learn:1. How you can successfully triumph over chronic health issues like Endometriosis and still build a successful business. 2. The Benefits of Investing in Yourself: Discover the power of investing in yourself and how it can help you achieve the success you desire for your business without adding to your chronic symptoms.3. Find out how the three elements help you captivate your audience and take your business to the next level.Another episode you'll enjoy & learn more about our guest:Endometriosis, How to Cope in Life & BusinessConnect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithnikita/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thrivewithnikitaWebsite: https://www.thrivewithnikita.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here.Support the showLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/To Work With Nikita, Book A Sales Call Here.Join Your host, Nikita's Exclusive Email Series Create Your Clarity Mondays, where I teach you how to build your confidence and clarity to live your life and grow your business with ease.Follow your host, Nikita:InstagramCheck out the show notes here at thisWebsite
In this episode of the World of Difference podcast, Dr. Nijay Gupta, a Hindu background Christian and seminary professor, uses his privilege to uncover the hidden female figures in the New Testament and challenge the long-standing patriarchal lens on the Bible to foster an atmosphere of equality and inclusion in the church."Just like that with the Bible. And we have failed. I have failed in the past to see these women, to recognize them, to admire them, and to tell their story." - Dr. Nijay GuptaDr. Nijay Gupta is a professor at Northern Seminary of New Testament and author of the book "Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church". He is a Hindu background Christian who has dedicated his life to studying the Bible and training Christian leaders.Dr. Nijay Gupta was raised in a Southern Baptist denomination and experienced a male-centric view of the Bible. He realized that many of the stories about the women in the Bible had been hidden, and set out to make them known. After many years of research and writing, he released his book, "Tell Her Story," which explores the roles of women in the Bible, and their importance. He explains how the cultural and socioeconomic status of these women was incredibly important to understand their stories, and how they were able to lead, despite the patriarchal views of the time. Dr. Gupta hopes that by uncovering the hidden figures of the New Testament, the Church will be able to recognize the importance of women's voices and use their God-given gifts for the benefit of all.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. Exploring the nuance of women leading in the early church, how has the long-standing tradition of egalitarian theology impacted the way we view women in the Bible today?2. Examining the role of women in the church, how can we create an environment of shoulder-to-shoulder collaboration between male and female leaders?3. Leveraging male privilege to elevate women, how can we use our male privilege to create a space for women to use their God-given gifts and preach the gospel?Resources:Order Tell Her Story here.Other episodes you'll enjoy:Allyson McKinney Timm on the Faith 4 ERA CampaignDr. Mimi Haddad on Christians for Biblical EqualityKate Wallace Nunneley on the Junia ProjectConnect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aworldof.difference/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/A-World-of-Difference-613933132591673/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aworldofdifferenceTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/@awodpodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aworldofdifference/Website: https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating hereChapter Summaries:[00:00:02]Dr. Nijay Gupta is a professor at Northern Seminary of New Testament. He is the author of a book called tell Her Story. How Women Taught Led. We're thrilled to have him on the church during Women's History Month.[00:02:57]Dr. Nijay Gupta is on the World of Difference podcast today. He talks about his new book, Tell Her Story. He says it's moving towards spring in California. People are really
What is a chef? What makes a chef? What is the dichotomy of the rebel blended with the structured life that is required to succeed.Do you really give AF? or are you one of the zombies that just don't want to get yelled at? I urge you to find something you truly care about and get after it. Stop wasting time not caring about what you do, its draining your soul. Instagram: @insidethepressurecookerYouTube: @insidethepressurecookerTwitter: @chadkelleyPatreon: @InsidethepressurecookerFeedback: Email me!Website: https://insidethepressurecooker.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts or Follow Us on Spotify or your favorite podcasting platform.Check Out my Other Projects:Chef Made HomeRoasted Bean Freak
I'll be straight up with you in this episode. Culinary school is not for everyone, and even if it is the right school may not be near you. DFW Culinary Schools: Collin County Culinary ProgramDallas College Culinary Pastry HospitalityThe Art Institute of DallasEpisode with Chef Patrick Stark who is currently a Chef Instructor at the Dallas College Culinary Program. Chef Patrick StarkChef Stark also offers programs on his own for those that can cook but need to fine tune their culinary math. Culinary Math Murder MysteryTikTok @culinarymmmysterFacebook @starkravingedutainmentFind Inside The Pressure Cooker HereInstagram: @insidethepressurecookerYouTube: @insidethepressurecookerTwitter: @chadkelleyPatreon: @InsidethepressurecookerFeedback: Email me!Website: https://insidethepressurecooker.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts or Follow Us on Spotify or your favorite podcasting platform.Check Out my Other Projects:Chef Made HomeRoasted Bean Freak
Experience the journey of Chef Josh Morris and his unconventional path to success as he teaches us to elevate those around us and appreciate life's blessings."Being a chef is about elevating everybody around you. Right. Because they've got to execute your dream, your visions. So the idea is to elevate everybody around you."Josh Morris is a chef from Gainesville, Texas who has been cooking for 20 years. He has an obsessive personality and has been influenced by his wife and Anthony Bourdain to pursue a career in the culinary arts.Josh Morris was always passionate about cooking, but lacked formal direction. Unfazed by the lack of formal training and with a strong puppy-love for the industry, he took it upon himself to learn and grow in the kitchen. He took on restaurant roles and quickly found himself in leadership positions, learning valuable lessons about delegating tasks and elevating those around him. When he had children, though, he found himself having to take things more seriously, as he had to provide for them. He was gifted with children, and subsequently had to adjust his priorities, his decision making process, and even become a student of books. Ultimately, this is how Josh Morris learned about delegating tasks in the kitchen.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Do You Delegate Responsibilities as a Chef?2. What Are the Challenges of Being an Underprivileged Chef?3. What Are the Pros and Cons of Going to Culinary School?Instagram: @insidethepressurecookerYouTube: @insidethepressurecookerTwitter: @chadkelleyPatreon: @InsidethepressurecookerFeedback: Email me!Website: https://insidethepressurecooker.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts or Follow Us on Spotify or your favorite podcasting platform.Other episodes you'll enjoy:Josh Morris: Balancing a chefs drive with family lifeCheck Out my Other Projects:Chef Made HomeRoasted Bean FreakTranscript:Welcome back, everyone. We're here with Chef Josh Morris. Man, I almost lost it again. There Josh Morris. And we're doing compare. Contrast. Not even that. I'm going to kind of edit that out. All right, let's start this over. All right, everybody, welcome back. We're here with Josh Morris, and we're going to be talking paths. The path I took versus the path he took. Very different paths, but pretty much ended up in the same spot at one point. So not really a but we did. So, Morris, tell me kind of your path a little bit now. The other part to this, though, is we're not going to touch base for everybody listening on his entire kind of history. If you want to know more about Morris, go ahead and take a look at season one, episode one, and there's a full interview with him then kind of a little bit more detailed about who he is, the life of his apparent and chef and all that fun stuff. Morris, your path?Speaker B 00:05:16Yeah.Speaker A 00:05:17I mean, what got you into it then?Speaker B 00:05:21I grew up in Gainesville, Texas. It's a really small town just south of the Oklahoma border. Didn't have a lot of money growing up. Our meals consisted of ground beef, potatoes, cream of mushroom soup for pretty much every meal. There was no interest in food in my entire family, except my great aunt owned a diner on the town square.Speaker A 00:05:56Right on.Speaker B 00:05:57And at one point or another, everybody in my family worked there. But it wasn't like any interest in the restaurant business. It was just a way to make money.Speaker A 00:06:07Sure.Speaker B 00:06:08I even worked there a couple of times. I remember being like, nine or ten years old and standing on a milk crate so that I could reach the plates in the bottom of the three bay.Speaker A 00:06:19Yes.Speaker B 00:06:23That was pretty much the extent of it. We ate a lot of canned vegetables, but both at the grandparents had gardens, so we'd have tomatoes and peppers and onions in the summer. And I was the kind of kid that I didn't hate anything. Most kids like having a don't like broccoli or asparagus or something like that, and I just loved food all the time. It didn't really matter what it was. And I liked going out to restaurants, even though we didn't do it very often. I think because we didn't do it very often, it was much more of an experience. And I can remember as a kid being really excited to go out and meet with my parents, and my kids are most definitely not like that. We're going out to eat again. Why? I've always been a creative person as a kid. I would draw a lot. I got into music fairly early. I was a writer for a while, so I've always had that creative bug. But actually getting into the restaurant business was it was just for money. It didn't really hold any other appeal other than a nice steady paycheck at first. And then as a cook in a town that's kind of, like, known to be a drug town, got to fall into the pitfalls of that lifestyle. Like, a lot of drinking, a lot of drugs, a lot of hard partying, and your ambitions kind of fade when you're living like that. I mean, it's just like the whole point is to get fucked up. I lived that way for, I don't know, from the time I was 17 till I was, like, 20 or 21. When I turned 21, I got into a relationship with a girl that had two small kids. And I didn't get into that with any intention of becoming, like, a father figure, but that's ultimately what happened. It was a very fucked up relationship, to say the least, but she ended up being a really bad person, and she left us. She left me and the kids. So I became a single father for a while, and I was working two cook jobs at the time and taking care of kids by myself. So it was kind of a hard row for a while. But the bug, I guess, was always there for creating stuff. But I worked in restaurants where there was zero creativity. It was all about volume. Right. It wasn't until I started dating my wife now that the idea of becoming a chef really sat in. And the two people that I cannot overstate their influence on my career are my wife, who allowed me to pursue more dreams of becoming a chef, and bourdain. I think a lot of chefs of our generation can chop bourdain quite a bit. So for the first ten years, I say I've been cooking for 20 years. For the first ten years, I cooked things in a microwave. The only skill I really picked up there was how to be fast, how to be efficient, and how to cook a steak with your fingers, which is a great skill to have.Speaker A 00:10:08There's one good takeaway.Speaker B 00:10:10Yeah, for sure.Speaker A 00:10:16Obviously, your wife was I'm assuming she was in the industry when you met her then.Speaker B 00:10:22Yeah, we actually knew each other at that first restaurant. We worked together, but we didn't date for the first ten years that we knew each other.Speaker A 00:10:30Okay.Speaker B 00:10:31Our path just kind of crossed back together later on in life, and things turned out okay after all that bullshit.Speaker A 00:10:42That I went through, what got you into cooking? What is it about her that got you into it? Was she just kind of did you cook at home and were more creative? And she's like, man, you need to drive this further?Speaker B 00:10:58It was certainly that. Yeah, because when I was a single dad and I had two jobs, I would have $50 to last three people groceries for two weeks.Speaker A 00:11:11Fucking impressive. Yeah.Speaker B 00:11:14I did what I had to do, but there's not a lot of creativity to be had when you have to live off the bare minimum. But once I had her second income, and we got a house, and she was a really great cook. And I was just, like, sitting in the kitchen and watch it because I was so impressed by the things that she knew. And she just learned this stuff from watching cooking shows. So I started watching cooking shows, and of course, Bourdain was the big one, even though he didn't cook that much on that show, he resonated with me because he was a rider, too. He was definitely rebellious, but he had this real empathy for other people and certain romanticism about a cook's life.Speaker A 00:12:04Not just a cook's life, but just the food and cultures and just so many things that were so unappreciated in the world. He definitely took us all to places that people were lack of a better term were kind of scared to go.Speaker B 00:12:22Yes. And it was through that kind of channel where I've always been poor and I've never had the chance to travel, or even when I started thinking about becoming a chef, I didn't have the opportunity to go stage in fancy kitchens or anything like that. I really didn't understand the means of how to even go about doing any of those things.Speaker A 00:12:51That makes sense. I mean, yeah, when you're getting into it, like, it takes time to really understand and then comprehend. I know this seemed like the same word, but it's almost two different words because you kind of understand what cooking is and where you're going, and then there's that next level when you're talking about going and stagging at places, and it's like, wait, what? Then there's the concept of people like, I have to do this. And you're like, no, you don't have to. Right. But it definitely helps with experience for those resume builders out there. It is.Speaker B 00:13:39But I've always kind of had an obsessive personality. Like, whatever I'm into, I'm 100% fully into it. So when I started thinking about food and becoming a chef, I would have dinner parties at my house, trying new things. I would get books from the library, just, like, stacks and stacks of them. And I think because of Bourdain, like, the travel shows, I really started to lean into flavors and cultures that I wasn't familiar with. So big, bold flavors really appealed to me at first. Korean food, Caribbean, African, all these ingredients and flavors that I didn't understand. And when I finally did become a soup chef and had input on a menu, even though it didn't really fit with where I was, those were the things that I would push. And that was kind of a frequent pitfall of chefs when they're coming up. I think as you start to cook for you and you don't really cook for the guest, you're just kind of like, what can I do? How can I create what's next?Speaker A 00:14:56Yeah, especially as a young cook in ensue, because you get so you're enamored by it all. And just your love. And it's such that almost like puppy love stage. I've always been that chef. I was in that same spot. But being that chef, having those younger cooks and Sue's that have always wanted to bring stuff to the table, and you're always kind of looking at it and you're like, man, how do I let the air out of this balloon slowly? Because it's one of those, like, man, I love this. This is great. I love the energy, but it's like, okay, it doesn't fit. So it's like, how can we keep pushing that same energy and be encouraging, but also tell them, like, there's no way in hell it's going to be on the menu.Speaker B 00:15:54And there were some times where I definitely had to learn the hard way, where I would do a tasting for people. They're like, there's no fucking way you can sell this good though it might be, like, it just doesn't fit concept, and it's just kind of weak. And even as a sous chef, like I said, with the obsessive nature that I had, I pushed hard. I would work 60, 70 hours, weeks. And from where I came from, I was a leader in that kind of field. But the way I got there is because I would do things that nobody else would do. And I did them fast and I did them well. So I became, like this machine of self sufficiency, but I didn't know how to delegate. And that was another pitfall that came from when I did become an executive chef, was I took that burden all on myself, and I did not let anybody else touch my shit.Speaker A 00:16:59No, I think that's a common one for so many people when they get into it, and even with people with experience, when they get into a new role, with new people around them not learning, but just actually delegating. Because everybody knows that you have to kind of delegate stuff out to get things done. Because it's not like you just woke up one day, never walked into a restaurant, and then you're just, hey, I'm running the show here. No, I mean, you understood. You've been a part of it. You've been delegated, too. So, I mean, there's a party to you that knew what you needed to do, but there's that fear of, like, man, this is all on me now. And so the concept of delegating becomes really, really difficult to kind of comprehend and actually deal out. I've been there. I've been in that chef and then went to a new restaurant, new town, new city, new state, and had to be that guy and the delegate things out. But I didn't trust anybody. The spotlight was on me again, right? But it was, like, on a very different platform, so there's even more pressure. And I had to fall in my face a few times. And it's part of the learning process.Speaker B 00:18:33Yeah, for sure. I think these are all very common problems, but they sucked at the time.Speaker A 00:18:40But they're not going to go away.Speaker B 00:18:44Failure is how you learn. So I learned a lot. And then I got promoted from sue chef to executive chef. That was a huge deal for me. And I was executive chef for probably four months, and I was really starting to find my vibe. And then Kovich shut down everything. The reason I bring this up is, aside from kind of losing my vibe, I was out of work for almost three months. For the first month, I was trapped at home with the kids. My wife was still working, her restaurant was still open.Speaker A 00:19:23Trapped is a good way to put it.Speaker B 00:19:28I really did kind of hit like a spiral of depression for a minute because it was just like there's a lot of uncertainty about where my future was, if the restaurant was going to come back, if I was going to have a job still. But once I kind of broke free of that, I really just needed something to do to keep my mind busy. So I started a garden in the backyard, and I started getting more into that. And I called you up and I borrowed some old school, like, chef books. That happened is because I was reading French Laundry book, and Thomas Keller talked about how he became an executive chef before he even really learned how to cook. And that one sentence hit me hard. I was like, oh, my God. I've just been like, snowballing all this shit that I've just kind of been teaching myself without ever really knowing any fundamentals. So that's why it hits you up to borrow, like, escophier and things of that nature. It's like reading the Bible. It's hard to sit there and just read the Staffier. You power through it and you learn. One of the bigger ones that hit me was the Irving book that you let me borrow, the secular gastronomy, which that term and modernist cuisine kind of get lumped in together when they're not the fucking same. Modernist cuisine became all the foams and the hydrocolloids and things of that nature. The actual molecular gastronomy was started in the it's just a science behind why things work the way they do. Easy stuff, too. Like, why are your mashed potatoes gloomy?Speaker A 00:21:27Yeah, I'm looking up to see when that book was originally published. I mean, the one that's showing me is 2002, but that's not right because I've owned that book before then. Fairly certain it was from the think so, yeah. Chef Herve, his stuff that he talks about in that book was like the concept of sou vide and so much of that. It's called molecular gastronomy, but it's almost more just like the science of cooking, right? Yeah. And it's a great book. I really enjoyed it. Another one, honestly, I don't own it, and I don't know why, but on food and cooking. Harold McGee it's essentially the American version of molecular gastronomy, right? Exploring the science of flavors. So those are both great or not research, but reference books.Speaker B 00:22:41Yeah. And that was I don't know, it was a big learning curve for me, like really diving into the old school French instead of the stuff that I had been doing. My interest was piqued into learning how to do that stuff, so I would practice at home. I also got really into fermentation while I was on lockdown, so I didn't have much else to do.Speaker A 00:23:07I'm just going to sit here and watch this thing bubble.Speaker B 00:23:12I got really good at making my own vinegars. That was a big one. Doing a lot of pickles. I would say that COVID for me, was actually kind of a good thing. It sucked. But at the same time, I stayed busy and I stayed learning. And I learned a lot of stuff that I wouldn't have learned if I was still so busy at the restaurant that I don't have time for reading and diving and things like that. So we came back from COVID and obviously product was hard to come by. And that was probably the funnest couple of months of my cooking career. Because we were open dinner only for a while. I brought back my top cooks. We had a skeleton crew. We changed the menu almost daily. We had a blast. We and the crew had a blast. For the first couple of months, things started to reopen. We got back into the flow pretty quickly. Business was back, it was booming. But I still had I guess my ideas were getting bigger than where I was. There were certain things that I knew I could never do at that restaurant. And I already have kind of a chip on my shoulder because I was 27 when I decided to work at a real kitchen. And like I said, I didn't have a chance to stage or anything like that. So anything that I didn't learn at that restaurant, I taught myself.Speaker A 00:24:54Right.Speaker B 00:24:54I've always felt like I was behind the eight ball, so I had a lot to prove. Still do. But out of the 20 years that I've been working in kitchens, I've only been a chef by title for almost three years. And that's another, I guess, kind of chip on the shoulder, is like, how do I still consider myself a chef? I haven't had that title for almost two years now.Speaker A 00:25:25It's just a title.Speaker B 00:25:27Yeah, I try to tell myself that I consider myself a chef and that's what's fucking important. This is what I've decided to dedicate my life to. And I do. But I still do.Speaker A 00:25:44No, I mean, for me, the concept of chef and the titles, the name and title gets thrown around in a lot of ways. You know what I'm talking about. And to me, the concept of a chef and being able to call yourself a chef means that you've been a part of a restaurant where you are in a leadership role that also involved creativity. Right. Okay. Being in a leadership role, that's a whole nother level of creativity. If you have ever tried to figure out the scheduling, sometimes during labor crisis and during COVID and stuff that's talk about creativity as well as just punishing yourself, but I'm talking about more creativity in the world of cooking. Right. And also being able to go to someone and almost become their mentor and be able to teach them. Because being a chef is about elevating everybody around you. Right. Because they've got to execute your dream, your visions. So the idea is to elevate everybody around you. And to me, that's a chef, someone that's in a leadership role that can elevate the people around them, that would be a better way to say it.Speaker B 00:27:20I like that.Speaker A 00:27:21Yeah. So with that, you qualify.Speaker B 00:27:28No, thank you.Speaker A 00:27:34Now that you've got my blessing. All right.Speaker B 00:27:44That's where we're at.Speaker A 00:27:47Grew up, we'll say underprivileged no real direction, and finally kind of found that direction. Did not go to any kind of formal culinary training. Informal culinary training. All your training was just self taught.Speaker B 00:28:13Yeah.Speaker A 00:28:17And then finally just the whole, like, okay, time to get into restaurants. Like, lack of a term. A real restaurant. Real restaurant, meaning a scratch kitchen that did not own a microwave. Right. And then just learning the ropes.Speaker B 00:28:39Yeah. And I pushed just as hard as I did when I was executive chef, but I didn't really have a lot of backup because my soup chefs were guys that were still running the line. They still had to run chefs. They were part of the cooking crew, so I couldn't put too much on their plate as far as, like, ordering and inventory. I kind of did a disservice to them. I'm not going to lie by not teaching them those things. But at the same time, it was just kind of, like, head down, do it. I worked sick. I worked 70 to 80 hours a week sometimes. I worked a couple of 36 hours shifts. And those are the things you do because you love it. You will literally drive yourself into a fucking hole. But it's all for the love.Speaker A 00:29:39Yeah.Speaker B 00:29:46I think to a normal person, hearing that you worked a 36 hours shift is so mind blowing. You worked almost 40 hours in two days. Yes, I did.Speaker A 00:30:04There's so many people that aren't familiar with the industry that if they happen to be listening to this, are going to call bullshit on that too, because they're like, It's not possible. And it's like, yeah, actually it is. And it's pretty easy, man. So our path, we just kind of recapped yours versus mine. I grew up, and I was just working fast food, kind of, and went to culinary school. I was able to do that. And honestly, I probably went to culinary school sooner than I should have because I didn't have any real, as I put it, real restaurant experience, other than just knowing that there was something about it that was like, Hell, yeah. And then just kind of bounced around the country until we kind of finally met. But it's a very interesting where I was fortunate, where I didn't have anything kind of holding me back and was never really into any kind of relationship of any kind for very long because my relationship was with restaurants and cooking. And so honestly, when it came to the concept of dating or going out, it was just never a factor for me. I couldn't well, when am I going to go? I'm always working. Not working. I'm studying. And I had no desire to do anything other than work and study for decades.Speaker B 00:32:02It's definitely a different spin with a lot of people that get into this industry. They want to become chefs, and they have that opportunity to stage or travel or work multiple places and sometimes work for free just to get experience. And when you're a parent, you have to think about money first, and you have to think about their well being first. So your priorities are really out of whack. Everyone else's.Speaker A 00:32:35Absolutely.Speaker B 00:32:36The goal is nonetheless the same.Speaker A 00:32:40I remember when we had our first daughter, or only daughter, my first kid, it was a moment of like, oh, shit. Okay, got to take things a little bit more seriously, right? And it's like, okay, still bounced around a little bit. Not too bad. And then when we had our second kid, the moment I found out that we were going to have two, it was scarier than the first one because it was like, I really can't fuck up. No, I can't just on a whim say, hey, fuck you, and I'm going somewhere else, because I didn't like the way you looked at me today. It was like, no, it's time to take things a whole lot more seriously. Some of the frustrations and all that stuff just had to be like, well, I can suck it up, right? Work through it, but just also learn to communicate some of that stuff as well. Once you start adding kids to it, mouse to feed and the cost to just have not just to have them in your life, especially when you start talking like daycares, man, I don't think people really understand how much that costs, depending on what part of the country you're in. I mean, you're easily spending $10,000 a year per kid in daycare so you can work.Speaker B 00:34:31So that you can pay for daycare. It's a really good thing.Speaker A 00:34:35So, I mean, when you take how much someone makes let's call it a sue happens to be bringing in 45 to 50 maybe right after taxes and everything, and then take out daycare, and that's like maybe 25 grand a year of spending money that doesn't include mortgage or rent groceries. Children are amazing. They're an incredible blessing. They helped me. They changed me in a lot of good ways. And some of it was subconsciously, too. And I am incredibly grateful for them, even when they pissed me off. It changes your decision making process and your priorities to a degree.Speaker B 00:35:51Sure.Speaker A 00:35:56Kids. So with that, don't have kids until you're ready. Yeah, but sometimes you're gifted with them. And I know that you love those kids more than anything, too.Speaker B 00:36:14I do like my children.Speaker A 00:36:18On most days.Speaker B 00:36:20Most days. As a child, I always tell myself that I would never have kids, which is hilarious. I now have four.Speaker A 00:36:34Yes, that is funny. Well, that's for me, not kids, but as a student. I was a horrible student in so many ways. I didn't read a book like any book through school without all my tests and all that stuff, for all the reading they're supposed to be doing. It was based off, like, Cliff Notes and all that stuff. But I didn't read a book until I was out of high school. And now I've got a library and.Speaker B 00:37:13I read every day.Speaker A 00:37:13Now I'm not just talking culinary, but just everything. So it's funny how life changes.Speaker B 00:37:22I was always a big reader. What was that horrible at math, though? I'm still terrible at math, but I have to use it every fucking day. Conversions and such.Speaker A 00:37:36Oh, conversions.
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