Podcasts about communications journalism

Real estate investing is about making smart, ethical moves that lead to real financial freedom. Hear it directly from Clark Lunt as he shares hard-earned lessons from building his rental portfolio and navigating the world of wholesaling. And if you think real estate knowledge only comes from books, wait until you hear how Clark's conversation with his landlord sparked his interest in real estate investing. Key takeaways to listen for The easiest way to get started in real estate investing Why house hacking is still one of the smartest strategies The 3-question test to determine if wholesaling is ethical or just another scam Biggest mistakes new investors make when choosing their first rental property How to ask better questions and make smarter investing decisions Resources mentioned in this episode Craigslist Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie About Clark LuntClark graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in Communications/Journalism. He began his real estate journey in college, then from 2006 to 2012, purchased multiple homes—house hacking with 25 total roommates—all while holding a W-2 sales job. In 2015, he went full-time into wholesaling and flipping, completing 250+ transactions (90% direct-to-seller) over six years. Outside of real estate, Clark is passionate about international travel and prioritizes health and fitness. He maintains a positive outlook and enjoys sharing what he's learned about leveraging capital, marketing, and teamwork to grow lasting wealth. Connect with Clark Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarklunt_rei Podcast: Burn Your Boats Wealth Instagram: @useriousclark23 Facebook: Clark Lunt Connect with LeighPlease subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown. Sponsors "You Ask. Leigh Answers." Your Affordable Coaching Program Hey there, real estate pros! Are you ready for some more Leigh Brown wisdom in your life? Then don't miss out on my brand-new program, "You Ask. Leigh Answers." It's your exclusive gateway to the insights and advice you need to supercharge your real estate business. With "You Ask. Leigh Answers." you get Direct Access to Leigh Brown, directly! Expert Coaching, Community Connection, and Extensive Resources. Whether listening to this on the go or watching at home, sign up today at Answers.RealEstate and take your business to the next level. Trust me, you'll be glad you did!  

Amber and Danielle Brown both graduated from Rider University where they studied Communications/Journalism and sat on the editorial staff for the On Fire!! literary journal. They then pursued a career in fashion and spent five years in NYC working their way up, eventually managing their own popular fashion and lifestyle blog. Amber is also a screenwriter, so they live in LA, which works out perfectly so Danielle can spoil her plant babies with copious amount of sunshine. Find them at https://www.amberanddanielle.com/

Meet Jenna McDonough, a Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher, Sound Healer, and Reiki Master on a mission to bring tranquility and well-being to all. Her journey into the world of wellness began during her first week of college when she discovered the transformative power of yoga. With a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Florida Atlantic University, focusing on Communications Journalism, Jenna initially pursued her passion for teaching by becoming an Elementary ESE teacher. Although she found fulfillment in this profession, she also recognized the toll it could take on one's well-being. After a few years in the education system, Jenna decided to fuse her love for teaching with her passion for yoga, becoming a yoga instructor and delving into the world of guided meditations. Her dedication extended not only to adults but also to children, sharing the gift of yoga with both. As life unfolded, Jenna transitioned away from teaching to focus on her family. However, she continued to nurture her personal meditation and mindfulness practices, leading her to a profound appreciation for sound and energy healing. Driven by her natural teaching inclination, Jenna committed herself to mastering the realms of meditation, mindfulness, sound, and energy healing. She understood firsthand the importance of these practices in combatting life's stresses. In the wake of the pandemic, Jenna observed the escalating discussions around anxiety and stress, which deeply affected both adults and children. Witnessing this, she felt compelled to contribute to alleviating these states of dysregulation and the physical effects of mental distress. Jenna's passion for teaching others became an undeniable calling. Her ultimate objective? To serve anyone seeking a more peaceful and present life, regardless of their busy schedules, geographical location, or financial constraints. To amplify this mission, Jenna founded Soul Candy Wellbeing, an innovative app offering courses and a monthly subscription-based audio membership, with a focus on trauma sensitivity and education. Jenna's philosophy is rooted in the belief that meditation and mindfulness are not one-size-fits-all practices. She emphasizes the importance of discovering what resonates with each individual and what brings them joy, to create a sustainable and personalized practice that suits their unique needs. Jenna's goal is to empower everyone to live their most peaceful and present life.   Website: www.soulcandywellbeing.com Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube: @soulcandywellbeing App Store and Google Play Store: Soul Candy Wellbeing Email: info@soulcandywellbeing.com

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Durrell, the CEO and Chief Strategist of Durrell Communications, and a partner with Roseview Global Incubator. Melissa's diverse background includes successful careers in politics, award-winning Canadian broadcast journalism, and her current work with international entrepreneurs looking to establish and grow their companies in Canada.Join us as Melissa shares invaluable insights on the value of listening and the power of storytelling, whether it's within the confines of a Canadian boardroom or on a global stage in China. Together, we delve into the unique challenges that women leaders encounter, especially during their thirties and forties, which are pivotal stages in their professional journeys.Our conversation spans a wide range of compelling topics, including Melissa's experiences in the communications field, her endeavours with international entrepreneurs, reflections on democracy, perspectives on the current state of housing, and even her role as a pitching coach for Team Canada. This episode offers something for everyone, so be sure to tune in for an enriching and thought-provoking discussion.Connect with MelissaLinkedInWebsiteDuring our conversation, we talk about some past episodes. Please find the links here:Rose GreensidesSherry Shannon-VanstoneResources Profound ImpactWomen's Municipal Campaign SchoolCommunitechRoseview Global IncubatorWhat did you think of today's episode? We want to hear from you!Thank you for listening today. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe to our podcast. When you do this, it helps to raise our podcast profile so more leaders can find us and be inspired by the stories our Voices of Leadership have to share. Connect with us:Voices of Leadership WebsiteInstagramBespoke Productions Hub

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Durrell, the CEO and Chief Strategist of Durrell Communications, and a partner with Roseview Global Incubator. Melissa's diverse background includes successful careers in politics, award-winning Canadian broadcast journalism, and her current work with international entrepreneurs looking to establish and grow their companies in Canada.Join us as Melissa shares invaluable insights on the value of listening and the power of storytelling, whether it's within the confines of a Canadian boardroom or on a global stage in China. Together, we delve into the unique challenges that women leaders encounter, especially during their thirties and forties, which are pivotal stages in their professional journeys.Our conversation spans a wide range of compelling topics, including Melissa's experiences in the communications field, her endeavours with international entrepreneurs, reflections on democracy, perspectives on the current state of housing, and even her role as a pitching coach for Team Canada. This episode offers something for everyone, so be sure to tune in for an enriching and thought-provoking discussion.Connect with MelissaLinkedInWebsiteDuring our conversation, we talk about some past episodes. Please find the links here:Rose GreensidesSherry Shannon-VanstoneResources Profound ImpactWomen's Municipal Campaign SchoolCommunitechRoseview Global IncubatorThank you for listening today. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe to our podcast. When you do this, it helps to raise our podcast profile so more leaders can find us and be inspired by the stories our Voices of Leadership have to share. Connect with us:Voices of Leadership WebsiteInstagram

What we're talking about: 1:33 What is a Bachelor of Arts? Don't confuse “Art” with “Arts”! While the subject Art at school involves things like painting and drawing, a Bachelor of Arts is more about humanities and exploring ideas through a particular perspective. Some people are reluctant to pursue a Bachelor of Arts because they think it won't lead anywhere, however if you look at the majors within the course, there are heaps of things you can study within a Bachelor of Arts that very clearly leads to a particular job or career. 6:42 What if you don't know what you want to do in your career? If you don't know yet what you want to do in your career, that's totally normal and completely fine. I firmly believe that if you're passionate about something and keep learning and networking in that area, opportunities will become available to you. I give a couple of examples of people who studied Arts and didn't know where it was going to take them, including Ash Barty's mindset coach, Ben Crowe. 8:56 A Bachelor of Arts works really well as part of a double degree A fantastic way to explore a greater range of areas, round out your education and have more to talk about in job interviews is to combine Arts with another degree. 10:51 The majors that are offered are important A Bachelor of Arts at 2 different universities can look completely different, so make sure you take a look at what's offered so you can choose the right one for you. I go through some of the majors offered at The University of Melbourne, Monash University, RMIT, Swinburne and Deakin to give you an idea of what your Bachelor of Arts could look like depending on where you choose to study. Links mentioned: My website: https://www.roadmapeducation.com   Previous episodes related to Arts: Anthropology and Human Rights: https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/45 Speech Pathology - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/39 Arts and Psychology - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/34 Politics, Philosophy, Economics, Arts and Law - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/26 Science, Arts, Sustainability and Meteorology - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/22 Teacher, Tutor, Entrepreneur - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/21 Arts and Law - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/16 Communications (Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising and Media) - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/3

What we're talking about: 1:37 The difference between a Bachelor of Business and a Bachelor of Commerce While the words Business and Commerce are often used interchangeably, the two courses can be quite distinct. Find out what the focus of each degree usually is to help you decide whether Business or Commerce is right for you. Most importantly, make sure you look at what you can major in for each of the courses you're looking at so that you know whether it has your area of interest. 4:40 What prerequisites do you need for Business or Commerce? In the past, you often needed a Maths subject as a prerequisite for Business and Commerce, but that's no longer always the case, so if you haven't studied Maths in VCE there are definitely options out there for you. It's also worth noting that subjects like Accounting, Economics and Business Management are not prerequisites for these courses, however you may get a subject adjustment if you do well in them which could boost your selection rank. 6:50 What should you look for in a Bachelor of Business or Commerce? You should definitely look for courses that have a placement or internship as part of your course. These types of experiences give you the opportunity to see what it's actually like to work in your chosen area, as well as giving you great networking opportunities, referees for your CV and potentially even a graduate position at the end of your course. 8:23 Other courses to consider Ever wondered why some places offer a Bachelor of Business or Commerce and a Bachelor of Accounting, for example? Find out why you might like to choose the more general Business or Commerce courses, or what circumstances might lead you to choose the more specific degrees. Business and Commerce degrees also complement other areas of study really well, so definitely take a look at the double degrees that are available. Links mentioned: My website: https://www.roadmapeducation.com Previous episodes related to Business and Commerce: Fashion Marketing - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/43 Business (Professional) - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/30 Property and Real Estate - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/8 Commerce and Teaching - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/5 Communications (Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising and Media) - https://www.roadmapeducation.com/podcast/3

If journalism is the lifeblood of our democracy, then why does it feel like its chronically on life support? Nationally, thousands of news outlets have been crushed under the weight of financial distress. The few that survive are driven by profit motives, rather than seeking to educate and inform. Locally, we've witnessed the closures of the Seattle Chinese Post, The Seattle Post-Intelligencer, The Seattle Weekly, and the Seattle Globalist. While other outlets have been forced to either go exclusively online or operate with skeleton newsrooms. So, what is to be done to halt the decay of one of society's most essential organs? While many bemoan the decline of journalism, there are also solutions being explored for how to ensure that every community both locally and nationally is afforded journalism that is factual, accurate, and accessible. Join Seattle Times Publisher Frank Blethen, KNKX News Director Florangela Davila, and South Seattle Emerald Executive Director Michael McPhearson as they discuss a pathway to a vibrant local media ecosystem that is a force for the public. The discussion will be moderated by Deloris Irwin of the League of Women Voters. Florangela Davila has been a journalist since 1992. For 14 years she worked at The Seattle Times, covering race and immigration. She also served as managing editor and news host at KCTS 9. The child of immigrants from Colombia and Peru, she was born and raised in Los Angeles and graduated from UC Berkeley and Columbia University. She's earned numerous individual and team journalism honors in print, online and broadcast, most recently three regional Murrow awards for KNKX. Jelani Cobb is the Dean of Journalism at Columbia University. He has been a staff writer at The New Yorker since 2015. He received a Peabody Award for his 2020 PBS Frontline film Whose Vote Counts? and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Commentary in 2018. He has also been a political analyst for MSNBC since 2019. Michael McPhearson is the executive director of the South Seattle Emerald. He is the former executive director of Veterans For Peace. As co-coordinator of the Ferguson/St. Louis Don't Shoot Coalition and leading a delegation to support the people of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, he recognizes the critical role of community media for social change. He has testified before Congress and is currently a board member of the ACLU of Washington. Frank Blethen is the publisher of The Seattle Times and the great-grandson of the 126-year-old company's founder. Delores Irwin is co-chair of the League of Women Voters of Washington committee that produced the 2022 study “The Decline of Local News and Its Impact on Democracy.” She graduated from Cal State University, Fullerton, with a BA in Communications/Journalism, and was a newspaper reporter for several years at Southern California newspapers, including the Orange County Register. She is a former public information officer for a city and also worked for a public hospital and a community college district, all in Southern California. She is the former League president in Kittitas County.  Presented by Town Hall Seattle and South Seattle Emerald.

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Andrew Corbett has pastored Legana Christian Church in Northern Tasmania since 1995. He is the National President of ICI Theological College Australia (a Theological distance education provider). He holds degrees in Biblical Studies, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He is a visiting scholar with the Los Angeles based Science-Faith Think Tank – Reasons To Believe, and serves as a faculty member of Global University's Graduate School of Theology (Springfield, Missouri). His radio program, Finding Truth Matters, is heard around Australia and by Podcast around the world. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Natalie Heslop is a student studying a Bachelor of Communications - Journalism at RMIT Uni. Natalie decided to further her education when employment became challenging during the Melbourne lockdowns. Natalie has now made it to the midpoint of her studies and is here today to have a conversation about the RMIT ABC Fact Check Election Promise Tracker.

Kim Duckworth is a graduate of Stanford University where she received her BA in Communications Journalism. She was the first woman in her family to attend college. She worked in Sales and Marketing for IBM in Silicon Valley and White Plains, NY for over 10 years. She has called Arizona her home for the last 25 years. Currently, Kim is an independent college admissions coach and member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling. She personally consulted with over 7,500 high school families as the co-worker of Scottsdale Education Counseling (a college preparatory center) for over 12 years. She's been married 35 years, has three daughters and three grandchildren. She enjoys hiking, Labrador retrievers, reading, travel, and Telluride, Colorado.This episode is brought to you by N2N's Illuminate App, The iPaaS for Higher Education. Learn more at https://illuminateapp.com/web/higher-education/Subscribe and listen to more episodes at IlluminateHigherEducation.comContact Kim Duckworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-duckworth-048aa152Order  Parents, Are You Ready? The Practical Guide to Launching a Successful High School Student: https://parentsareyouready.com/   

We welcome Carol's longtime friend Rodney Dunigan, Managing Editor and Weekend Anchor, https://abc6onyourside.com/station/people/rodney-dunigan (WSYX and Fox28). Media coverage of the news has been turned upside down over the past decade. We talk with Rodney about... The role of a reporter and media in providing news/information to their audience - unbiased, educated, wide-ranging, and complete - in a 24/7 news cycle? How has news coverage changed over the years? Has the research process changed? What challenges do you face in gathering information? Advice for young journalists – what are the issues? How can they break into the field? Are there critical steps in their training/early years in the media? Understanding the importance of the media in providing information during elections. Challenges of juggling two-career households when all of the social media is watching. We were surprised, but happy to be "on camera" as Rodney brought a video cameraman along to record our podcast session - https://abc6onyourside.com/on-your-side/abc-6-anchor-reporter-rodney-dunigan-appears-on-looking-forward-our-way-podcast (ABC 6 anchor, reporter Rodney Dunigan appears on 'Looking Forward our Way' podcast | WSYX) Shout Out to https://www.wearelinden614.org/copy-of-about (Ralph Carter) and the https://www.facebook.com/groups/642121120075251 (We Are Linden organization)! Young professionals thinking about a career in Journalism/Media; check out these college programs: https://www.syracuse.edu/academics/undergraduate-majors-minors/broadcast-and-digital-journalism/ (Syracuse University, Broadcast and Digital Journalism degree) https://journalism.missouri.edu/ (University of Missouri, Journalism degree) https://www.medill.northwestern.edu/ (Northwestern University, Medill Journalism program) https://comm.osu.edu/undergraduate/journalism (The Ohio State University, Communications-Journalism) https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/journalism-major-0904 (USNews List of Top Journalism Programs) Students – look for professional associations to assist your career journey, such as: http://jea.org/wp/ (JEA - Journalism Education Association) https://www.prsa.org/home/get-involved/for-students (PRSA – Public Relations Student Association) We would love to hear from you. https://podinbox.com/LFOW (Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.) Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com. Find us on https://www.facebook.com/lookingforwardourway/ (Facebook). https://g.page/looking-forward-our-way/review?gm (Please review our podcast on Google!) And of course, everything can be found on our website, https://my.captivate.fm/www.lookingforwardourway.com (Looking Forward Our Way.) Recorded in Studio C at https://my.captivate.fm/www.channel511.com (511 Studios). A production of https://my.captivate.fm/www.circle270media.com (Circle270Media Podcast Consultants). Copyright 2022 Carol Ventresca and Brett Johnson

In this episode, I sit down with college admissions coach Kim Duckworth from Bridge Education Center to talk about helping kids expand their options after high school.Many of my listeners are parents and professionals of K-12 kids, and many of them often wonder if they're doing the right things to prepare kids for young adulthood. That's why I thought Kim would be the perfect guest to discuss this topic, because she's helped hundreds of kids successfully get in to their "dream schools". In this interview, Kim and I discuss:✅The importance of having a plan A, plan B, and plan C when thinking about the post-high school years.✅Common options to consider post-graduation (not just college) and how to help your child decide which one is for them.✅The right and wrong way to do a "gap year" if your child is considering it. ✅The ONE habit your child can do to expand their options when it comes to life after high school-especially if they're considering college (spoiler alert: it has to do with vocabulary and books)✅Why the post-high school on-ramp starts in middle school, and what you can do at each age to help children have well-rounded high school experiences. If you have a child who is considering college as a post-high school option, you don't want to miss this interview.Kim Duckworth is the author of “Parents, Are You Ready? The Practical Guide to Launching a Successful High School Student”. She is a graduate of Stanford University, where she received her B.A. in Communications-Journalism. She was the first woman in her family to attend college. She worked in Sales and Marketing for IBM in Silicon Valley and White Plains, NY for over 10 years. She has called Arizona her home for the last 25 years. Currently, Kim is an independent college admissions coach and member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling. She personally consulted with over 7,500 high school families as the co-owner of Scottsdale Education Center (a college preparatory center) for over 12 years. She's been married 35 years, has three daughters and three grandchildren. She enjoys hiking, Labrador retrievers, travel, and Telluride, ColoradoYou can learn more about Kim's services, including her college admission coaching services on her website here: https://parentsareyouready.com/about/Also, I highly recommend checking out her book here: https://parentsareyouready.com/books/book/Finally, don't forget to check out the Ultimate Guide to Sentence Structure, which helps kids build the vocabulary and syntax skills they need for strong reading comprehension and written expression. You can grab a free copy of that guide here: https://drkarenspeech.com/sentencestructure

Happy Monday Friends!Let's kick off the week with a very inspirational story from a young man that has overcome health difficulties and became a source of hope for his family. Please welcome PREMIERE guest Michael Caprio! A little bit from our guest: My name is Michael Caprio and I'm a 25 year old author living in Northern New Jersey. I earned my BS in Communications/Journalism at Ramapo College of New Jersey. I recently published my memoir, "A Bump in the Road" which details my health battle with a rare genetic condition called Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. In my book I share my personal transformation from before my operations, during recovery, and life after. Along with my own personal journey I detail my families medical history with the illness. Being that it is genetic, it has been running in my family for four generations. I owe it all to the incredible care of my families surgeons throughout the years at Mount Sinai Hospital. I hope my book can shed some light on the coping tools I used to get over my circumstances. My families condition might be rare, but the experiences we went through were not. Life is difficult and everyone faces a few "bumps in the road"--I hope the insights in my book can help others overcome the obstacles placed in their lives. In my book I talk about my support group between me, my aunt, my grandma, and my mom as "The Club" since we all share the same condition. I hope this can be a space for others to feel like they aren't alone as well. To follow or support Michael, head to the links below:https://www.mikecaprioauthor.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-caprio/https://www.instagram.com/mikecaprio_author/Support for Label Free Podcast is brought to you by All Things Cling! This next product is so innovative, diverse, cutting-edge and just super cool! Please check out All Things Cling! If you are a professional, teacher, Mom, creative, artist, anyone looking to have the freedom to write on your walls without writing on your walls, this one product is for you! I have a special deal for you! Use code: LABEL15 for 15%  off + FREE shipping + FREE set of Markers! Click the link below:https://www.clingers.com/As always thank you for the support, to contact me directly follow the link below: https://www.labelfreepodcast.com​ Stay Healthy, Stay Ready- Deanna Marie Kuempel #ad​​ #sponsor​

Happy Monday Friends!Let's kick off the week with a very inspirational story from a young man that has overcome health difficulties and became a source of hope for his family. Please welcome PREMIERE guest Michael Caprio! A little bit from our guest: My name is Michael Caprio and I'm a 25 year old author living in Northern New Jersey. I earned my BS in Communications/Journalism at Ramapo College of New Jersey. I recently published my memoir, "A Bump in the Road" which details my health battle with a rare genetic condition called Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. In my book I share my personal transformation from before my operations, during recovery, and life after. Along with my own personal journey I detail my families medical history with the illness. Being that it is genetic, it has been running in my family for four generations. I owe it all to the incredible care of my families surgeons throughout the years at Mount Sinai Hospital. I hope my book can shed some light on the coping tools I used to get over my circumstances. My families condition might be rare, but the experiences we went through were not. Life is difficult and everyone faces a few "bumps in the road"--I hope the insights in my book can help others overcome the obstacles placed in their lives. In my book I talk about my support group between me, my aunt, my grandma, and my mom as "The Club" since we all share the same condition. I hope this can be a space for others to feel like they aren't alone as well. To follow or support Michael, head to the links below:https://www.mikecaprioauthor.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-caprio/https://www.instagram.com/mikecaprio_author/Support for Label Free Podcast is brought to you by All Things Cling! This next product is so innovative, diverse, cutting-edge and just super cool! Please check out All Things Cling! If you are a professional, teacher, Mom, creative, artist, anyone looking to have the freedom to write on your walls without writing on your walls, this one product is for you! I have a special deal for you! Use code: LABEL15 for 15%  off + FREE shipping + FREE set of Markers! Click the link below:https://www.clingers.com/As always thank you for the support, to contact me directly follow the link below: https://www.labelfreepodcast.com​ Stay Healthy, Stay Ready- Deanna Marie Kuempel #ad​​ #sponsor​

Join Marissa as she discusses Agricultural Communication and Journalism with Kortni Gardner, a Utah 4-H Agriculture and Animal Science Assistant at USU Extension. Kortni and Marissa cover many topics, such as pivoting pathways as a student, Collegiate 4-H and USU Extension, the value of getting involved and building connections early, and the importance of staying resilient. Kortni, a 2019 USU grad, currently works at USU Extension as a Utah 4-H Agriculture and Animal Science Assistant. As a student, she fulfilled many roles, such as Staff Writer for the USU Statesman and USU TRIO Student Support Services Social Media Specialist. Kortni is a passionate communicator interested in working in the Agricultural Communications and Journalism field, with a desire to educate youth in the 4-H and FFA Programs.

Growing up on Detroit's northwest side C. Imani Williams loved learning about Black culture. Books, cheerleading, softball, and was involved in other community-based activities. While living in Detroit Imani was the first full-time employee of the Ruth Ellis Center. She was a founder of PFLAG Family Reunion — Detroit Chapter and served on the board of Black Pride Society. Her background includes work in Guidance and Counseling, Communications/Journalism, and Creative-Writing. She has written for several publications including Michigan's Between the Lines Newspaper and a weekly column Queer Voices from an Urban Bush Sista! Now living in Las Vegas, NV she is determined to live her purpose as a Healing Artist, she has used a combination of Holistic Creative Arts including yoga, meditation, mindfulness, poetry, essays, and jewelry design to empower others   Her “Standing on United Love – Soul Project provides a safe space where community members can explore the issues of the day affecting Black communities including Mental illness in Black communities, Healing from Childhood Trauma, Sex On The Table: Decoding Black Sexual Politics, and Queering Black Spaces. Imani's work pays homage to the ancestors and elders who paved the way while she works towards a Black art-infused better tomorrow.  This is the legacy she wants to leave not just for her community but especially for her children and grandchildren.

Alex is with us today to chat about her journey from enjoying writing at school to pursuing a Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication). This course starts with a more general approach and allows students to experience different areas, which has led to Alex pivoting and choosing a major that's different to what she initially planned. What we're talking about: Today we talk about accelerating in VCE, using your time efficiently to get your study done, how a Bachelor of Communication degree works and the benefits of doing a course that starts off in a more general way. Accelerating in VCE: Alex did Global Politics Units 1&2 in Year 10 and followed it with Units 3&4 in Year 11. She had a few different options for acceleration to choose from and chose politics because it was the one she was most interested in. We talk about the pros and cons of accelerating and how to decide whether it's a good idea or not for you. Using your time efficiently to get your study done: Alex realised that she needed to spend less time creating beautiful flash cards and getting organised to study, and just work out what needed to be done and do the work. I've helped so many recovering perfectionists with this and completely agree that sometimes you can fool yourself into thinking you're studying when you're actually procrastinating. How a Bachelor of Communication degree works: Alex gives a great insight into how her degree works, including explaining more about the general first year, when you start to specialise, opportunities for travel and how students get a taste of what sort of work they will actually do when they finish their degree. The benefits of doing a course that starts off in a more general way: Even if you know (or think you know!) what you would like to pursue, it can be better to start with a more general degree that allows you to specialise in a particular area after you've had a taste of a few similar options, especially if your experience up until this point is relatively limited. Alex thought she would major in journalism, but after having the chance to experience advertising, public relations and media as well, she discovered that she enjoyed advertising more as it would give her more opportunities to work in a team environment. Links mentioned: My website: https://www.roadmapeducation.com Course that Alex mentions: https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/levels-of-study/undergraduate-study/bachelor-degrees/bachelor-of-communication-professional-communication-bp222

In this episode of Nonprofit Architect, Travis talks with Monica Stoneking, founder of SK Consulting to help individuals, small businesses, growing businesses and non-profit organizations develop strategic branding, marketing and outreach plans. She has more than 20 years experience in strategic branding, marketing and communications. From Concept to Creation to Implementation, they help you take control of your marketing!   Starting from their own experience, they end up by giving some powerful tips to make your Nonprofit stand out. Listen in now and be informed. Conversation Highlights: Takeaway #1 : Struggling to move your Non-profit forward?Join the Nonprofit Alliance, a mastermind group launched by Travis, where we talked with nonprofit leaders and branding experts on how to stand out among the crowd! [01:59] Combining Passion, Time and Experience to help small Nonprofits to compete against big dogs. [07:42] Engagement in unique ways! [11:32] Working with grass-root organisations.(Setting up a National Virtual Talent Show) [20:16] Targeting the right audience…… [27:42] What is it you want to do?(The need for Research) [30:59] Marketing during the Pandemic. [34:07] Give them a reason to know who you are. Remarkable quotes: "Different is what we need right now!" "If you don't understand what you do, nobody else will." "The key for any Nonprofit is to stand out and stand above." Special Reminder: Join the Facebook mastermind group launched by Travis and get a chance to win a $200 donation for your Nonprofit.*  Bio: Monica is a firm believer that any business can be successful if the right plan is in place.  You can have all of the passion in the world for your business, its products or services and your customers.  However, that passion needs to be put into a plan - a strategic plan. Monica has been very fortunate in her personal and professional lives.  She has worked for great organizations that make positive differences in the lives of others. Her goal and mission in life has always been to help others succeed.​  Through SK Consulting, Monica is able to do what she loves - and she loves what she does.  She's honored to serve businesses that help people get and stay healthy. She is touched by the mission of the non-profit organizations I help. She is inspired by the small business owners, the entrepreneurs who help sustain our local economy.  She understands the struggle of working within a limited budget and wants to help their partners maximize their business potential while minimizing their expenditures. As wife and a mom to an nine-year old boy and three four-legged kiddos, she appreciates the value of a dollar.  Knowing the difference between necessities and luxuries is vital.  Let's just say, the Dollar Store is her friend. Monica Stoneking received a B.S. in Communications/Journalism from Truman State University and earned a Master's degree in Public Administration from the University of Missouri - Columbia. Monica Stoneking 816-808-9101 monica@stonekingconsulting.com Facebook.com/MonicaStoneking    *Rules for the Giveaway could be found in the Group

In this episode of Nonprofit Architect, Travis talks with Monica Stoneking, founder of SK Consulting to help individuals, small businesses, growing businesses and non-profit organizations develop strategic branding, marketing and outreach plans. She has more than 20 years experience in strategic branding, marketing and communications. From Concept to Creation to Implementation, they help you take control of your marketing!   Starting from their own experience, they end up by giving some powerful tips to make your Nonprofit stand out. Listen in now and be informed. Conversation Highlights: Takeaway #1 : Struggling to move your Non-profit forward?Join the Nonprofit Alliance, a mastermind group launched by Travis, where we talked with nonprofit leaders and branding experts on how to stand out among the crowd! [01:59] Combining Passion, Time and Experience to help small Nonprofits to compete against big dogs. [07:42] Engagement in unique ways! [11:32] Working with grass-root organisations.(Setting up a National Virtual Talent Show) [20:16] Targeting the right audience…… [27:42] What is it you want to do?(The need for Research) [30:59] Marketing during the Pandemic. [34:07] Give them a reason to know who you are. Remarkable quotes: "Different is what we need right now!" "If you don't understand what you do, nobody else will." "The key for any Nonprofit is to stand out and stand above." Special Reminder: Join the Facebook mastermind group launched by Travis and get a chance to win a $200 donation for your Nonprofit.*  Bio: Monica is a firm believer that any business can be successful if the right plan is in place.  You can have all of the passion in the world for your business, its products or services and your customers.  However, that passion needs to be put into a plan - a strategic plan. Monica has been very fortunate in her personal and professional lives.  She has worked for great organizations that make positive differences in the lives of others. Her goal and mission in life has always been to help others succeed.​  Through SK Consulting, Monica is able to do what she loves - and she loves what she does.  She’s honored to serve businesses that help people get and stay healthy. She is touched by the mission of the non-profit organizations I help. She is inspired by the small business owners, the entrepreneurs who help sustain our local economy.  She understands the struggle of working within a limited budget and wants to help their partners maximize their business potential while minimizing their expenditures. As wife and a mom to an nine-year old boy and three four-legged kiddos, she appreciates the value of a dollar.  Knowing the difference between necessities and luxuries is vital.  Let's just say, the Dollar Store is her friend. Monica Stoneking received a B.S. in Communications/Journalism from Truman State University and earned a Master's degree in Public Administration from the University of Missouri - Columbia. Monica Stoneking 816-808-9101 monica@stonekingconsulting.com Facebook.com/MonicaStoneking    *Rules for the Giveaway could be found in the Group

The Young Professionals Podcast (TYPP), proudly brought to you by ADAPT Careers (https://adaptcareers.com.au) and co-hosted by Luke Marriott and Nicholas Sargeant (Sarge). In this episode Luke and Sarge interview Lucas Baird, a journalist at The Australian Financial Review (https://www.afr.com/) specialising in coverage of ASX listed companies. Of late, Lucas has extensively covered the administration of Virgin Australia (https://www.virginaustralia.com/au/en/). Lucas completed a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Journalism at University of Technology, Sydney (https://www.uts.edu.au/). While completing his undergraduate degree, Lucas completed work experience at the Alternative Media Group of Australia (https://alternativemedia.com.au/) and the Australian Broadcast Network (https://www.abc.net.au/). Lucas got his first break in the industry at RFI Group (https://www.rfigroup.com/home), where he was covering financial services and banks, before jumping across to the AFR into his current role. If you'd like to learn more: Lucas Baird - AFR profile (paywall): https://www.afr.com/by/lucas-baird-h18hts The University of Technology, Sydney Bachelor of Communications (Journalism): https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/communication/undergraduate/journalism Inside the mind of a master procrastinator (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arj7oStGLkU If you have a career story you would like to share, a role you would like to learn more about, or any questions you would like us to ask young professionals, you can reach us through any of our social media that can be found at TYPP.com.au. We would love to hear from you!

Today, we continue the conversation with the owner of The Business League - a national community for small and medium sized business owners to drive their company forward. Rebecca Plant has grounded the notion of The Power of the Female through a resilience born out of being raised by a single Mum, then a high level Netball player and finally her background in Communications Journalism.But perhaps it was her nervous breakdown in her 20s where her need to AchieveAchieveAchieve Intensified to Push – Push – Push until… she Broke! The deep dive into personal development and emotional healing had her arise as a new entrepreneur focused on women in the workplace.Her and her husband Ed have been working alongside one another for the past 10 years forming ‘The Institute for Couples in Business’ and co-authoring their #1 bestselling book “Lead-the-Ship” back in 2016. They live in their very own treehouse with their two young boys in the Hinterlands of the GC where they are very passionate contributors within their community.So Bec, I’m pretty excited to talk all things women in business, couples in business and Mothers in business; are you down for that??Contact Rebecca: Facebook: @rebeccaellenplant Website: www.thebusinessleague.com.auGo to http://www.bit.ly/InTheGamePodcast to become part of this growing community of DREAMERS!

Episode 6 of Creators Conversations features an interview with Ayana Iman, a native of Trenton, NJ and proud New Jersey resident. In 2016, she launched her career as a Public Speaker and Certified Professional Life Coach, focusing on personal development, storytelling, and transformation, which allowed her to directly impact client's lives as an accountability partner. Ayana received her Bachelor of Arts in Communications/Journalism at Kean University and her Masters in Strategic Organizational Communication at Rutgers University. Ayana is also the Chief Communications Officer of #AuthenticConvos, an inclusive experience that fervently promotes face-to-face thought-provoking dialogue within diverse communities across the country and seeks to have a profound global impact on the way we engage with one another. She understands the importance of interpersonal communication, and the need for healthy dialogue that extends beyond the digital realm. This platform has allowed her to facilitate community engagement, offer a platform to other speakers and vendors, and give attendees the opportunity to gain professional insight from thought leaders. Visit the shows web page, HERE If you have a question or have the interest to be interviewed on the podcast you can send a message to laci@thepeoplesvoicecreative.com. Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/ayanaiman/ (All social platforms) Web: www.ayanaiman.com & www.authenticconvos.net Ayana Imans free download: A Guide to Gratitude PODCAST SPONSOR: Unstuck Masterclass, CLICK HERE to signup Host: Laci McKinney Social Media for Laci McKinney Instagram: @lacicreates LinkedIn: Laci McKinney Website: Lacicreates.com Podcast beat by DJ STUDDDA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Free Agent Friday's is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19. Cassidy Koch - The Andrew Haines Show University of West Florida - B.A. in Communications, Public Relations, Minor in Spanish XFL - Tampa Bay Vipers - Business Operations Specialist (Dec 2019-April 2020) Richmond Flying Squirrels - Community Relations Manager (Sept 2018-Dec 2019), Community Relations Intern (Jan-Sept 2018) The Rhinestone Cowgirls Show - Performer/Media Relations (May-Dec 2017) Connect with Cassidy on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidykoch/ Tricia Rasberry - The Andrew Haines Show University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse - B.S. in Exercise & Sports Science - Sports Management Emphasis Roc Ventures - Vice President of Sales, Service & Merchandise (2014-2020) Clear Channel Media - Integrated Marketing Account Executive (2013-2014) Milwaukee Bucks - Manager, Group Sales & Events (2001-2013) Connect with Tricia on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-rasberry-6872b34/ Samantha Bell - The Andrew Haines Show Aquinas College - B.S. in Business Administration, Dual Major: Sports Management/Business Administration, Minor: Journalism/Publications Bakersfield Condors - Manager, Community Relations & Fundraising (July 2019-June 2020) Grand Rapid Griffins - Community Relations Assistant (Sept 2018-April 2019) Cincinnati Reds - Youth Outreach Intern (May 2018-Sept 2018) Connect with Samantha on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-bell-3376a2a8/ Nick Van Nortwick - The Andrew Haines Show University of Kansas - B.S. in Sports Management, Minor in Business Tickets for Less - Ticket Specialist (Sept 2019-March 2020) Sporting Kansas City - Lead Sporting Stylist (July 2018-Sept 2019) United States Soccer Federation - Sporting Development Associate, Referee Development (Jan 2018-July 2018) Swope Park Rangers - Event Marketing Supervisor (May 2017-Dec 2017) Sporting Kansas City - Night Sales Associate (Aug 2017-October 2017) Connect with Nick on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-van-nortwick-607544145/ Jack Elliot - The Andrew Haines Show Pennsylvania State University - B.S., Park and Tourism Management, Smeal College of Business Certificate Lancaster Barnstormers - Business Development Specialist, Groups - (May 2019-March 2020) Penn State Campus Recreation - Competitive Sports Intern - (Jan 2019-May 2019) Lancaster Barnstormers - Stadium Operations Intern - (Summer 2018) Connect with Jack on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-elliot-a0900514a/ Sam Fritz - The Andrew Haines Show Shippensburg University - B.A. in Communications/Journalism, minor in Electronic Media Penn Sports Radio - Color Commentator - (Aug 2019-Present) CHICKARA - Camerman/Associate Producer - (Feb 2019-Present) GameStop - Senior Game Advisor - (Aug 2013-Jan 2020) 88.7 WSYC - Host/Music Director/General Manager - (Aug 2014-May 2018) Connect with Sam on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-fritz-449563169/

I had the pleasure of speaking to Angela Mayhew on this episode of the Talent Tango Podcast. Angela Mayhew has been at FabFitFun for 3 years where she has helped the company grow from 50 employees to 650+!  As one of the first Recruiting/People Team hires, she has witnessed first hand what it's like to scale during a continuous hyper-growth stage. Prior to FabFitFun, Angela has worked in recruiting functions across many industries, including Entertainment, SaaS, and Sports. Angela is originally from Upstate New York and received a BA Degree in Communications/Journalism from Saint John Fisher College. We talk about: Growing at an incredible pace of hiring Focusing on diversity Handling fast-changing requirements I hope you enjoy listening to Angela’s insights :) To get in touch with Angela, connect with her: Instagram: @angela_mayhew LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelamayhew/

This show will focus on the short but extraordinary life of Reconstruction era Senator Lawrence Cain of Edgefield, South Carolina.  He was considered an honorable and virtuous man and helped shape South Carolina politics between 1865 and 1877 as one of the leaders of the Radical Republican movement. He rose above numerous obstacles to go from slave to state senator. Over 150 years ago he was at the epicenter of social injustice and racism in South Carolina and became a major leader who fought for political and civil rights. The facts of his life had been forgotten like much of African American history during Reconstruction.  Now the facts and reality of his life have been rediscovered by Lawrence Cain's great great-grandson in this new book with the help of family, genealogy research, archived papers and genetic DNA results.. Kevin Cherry graduated from James Madison University in Virginia and started on a 30 year career in business development and technical sales including AT&T and 20 years at Microsoft. In 2018, he celebrated 25 years of marriage with his wife, Dianne, and left the corporate world behind. A few years ago he found out about the “family secret” and through research the facts uncovered the truth. Linda Cherry is a Documentary Filmmaker, lecturer, researcher and Ph.D. in the fields of Consciousness and Transformation, Cosmology and Women’s Spirituality. She has Master’s Degree in Religious Studies, a BS in Communications/Journalism and Theatre and is Ordained Interfaith Minister. Documentary on Reconstruction and my Great-Great Grandfather-One of the first African American Senators during Reconstruction, Senator Lawrence Cain from Edgefield, South Carolina. Web Series: Shambhala Warriors: Ordinary People doing Extraordinary Things to Make this World a Better Place. 

If you or someone you love has been dealing with migraines or a mental health condition, this Body Buddies podcast episode is for you! Patty Butts, PhD sits down with host, Kristy Jo, to discuss the details of the MTHFR gene mutation, and how nutritional choices can manifest negatively in mental health. “All mental health begins in the gut," she said. "The vagus nerve and the gut are connected.” Patty goes on in the episode to explain how she understands the emotions that can trigger depression: anger, guilt, loss of esteem, love, etc. However, she feels there is more. "Of course there are emotional components, but we are missing the boat by not having a young person who is depressed or acting out not having their blood tested. I wish this could be taught in every health class. Our young people need to know there are physiological reasons they’re depressed. Sometimes it’s genetic, high histamine, or what they’re eating." Additional symptoms people experience should cause us to check for the MTHFR gene mutation. These include: Sleep disturbance Cardiovascular Depression Fatigue Chronic Pain Mental Illness History of Miscarriages Patty Butts is a Licensed Professional Counselor, has a Ph.D. in Holistic Nutrition, an M.Ed. in counseling, a B.S. in Communications & Journalism, and is the author of "Defeating Depression & Beating the Blues," and "Free Yourself From Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia. She went back to school after battling Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia for 5 years and being deathly ill. Only then did she discover she has liver cancer and a fragile immune system. With an alkaline diet where she juiced every day and did microscopy, she was able to recover fully. She discovered she had more parasites in her blood than the doctor had ever seen. Within 4 months she was in remission. Patty is a Grandmother, mother of seven, stepmother to twelve. Clinical and medical hypnotist, NLP, and Certified Emotion Code Practitioner, and Life Coach www.healingyourspirit.com www.chronicfatigueandhealingyourspirit.com, Clinical Hypnotist, Jordan Heights Holistic Mental Health, South Jordan, Utah Certified Elan Light therapist. About MTHFR MTHFR is a genetic defect. It is an enzyme that adds a methyl group to a form of folate. This process is called methylation which is important as it. These enzymes impact gene regulation, hormones, build immune system, produce energy, and protect nerve cells. 40 out of 100 people have this and don’t know it… and now 1 out of every 2 people has some form. You can’t handle folic acid when you have MTHFR, which is in everything. The government mandated folic acid (B9) added to the foods due to birth defects and added to cereals and bread. It’s also in most vitamins so look in the medicine cupboard. Take methylfolate and active Vitamin B12. Candida craves sugar, dairy, and carbohydrates. It’s a yeast in you saying ‘feed me, feed me, feed me.’ IT can cause all kinds of symptoms like fibromyalgia, fatigue, and depression by building up the lactic acid. Taking antibiotics is like having an atomic bomb going off in your stomach. They produce all kinds of candida. They kill off good bacteria and produce growth of bad bacteria. Recommend Resources from Patty Dirty Genes — Dr. Ben Lynch Ben Lynch's YOUTUBE CHANNEL   Testing for MTHFR: 23andme.com  Nutrition and Mental Health: Carl C. Pfiffer, PhD: https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0892812265/ref=tmm_pap_used_olp_sr?ie=UTF8&condition=used&qid=&sr= Butcherbox—FREE BACON when you sign up for grassfed beef, hormone-free poultry, and heritage pork delivered fresh to your door each month now: http://bit.ly/butcherbox1

How far have you taken your affirmations and manifest things into your life? Today's guest, Ayana Gibbs, talks about how she uses affirmations and practices gratitude on a daily basis to bring what she wanted and needed into her life. Ayana is a public speaker and certified professional life coach. As the Chief Communications Officer of Authentic Convos, Ayana creates inclusive experiences promoting face to face, thought-provoking dialogue for diverse communities. After having her daughter, Ayana was faced with several big life changes, she talks all about how she navigated that time while still focusing on pushing herself further. If you want to write affirmations of your own and a personal mantra, check out my episode New Name, New Mantra, Baby!    Ayana Gibbs Bio: Ayana Iman is a native of Trenton, NJ and proud New Jersey resident. In 2016, she launched her career as a Public Speaker and Certified Professional Life Coach, focusing on personal development, storytelling, and transformation, which allowed her to directly impact clients lives as an accountability partner. Ayana received her Bachelor of Arts in Communications/Journalism at Kean University and her Masters in Strategic Organizational Communication at Rutgers University. Ayana is also the Chief Communications Officer of #AuthenticConvos , an inclusive experience that fervently promotes face-to-face thought-provoking dialogue within diverse communities across the country and seeks to have a profound global impact on the way we engage with one another. She understands the importance of interpersonal communication, and the need for healthy dialogue that extends beyond the digital realm. This platform has allowed her to facilitate community engagement, offer a platform to other speakers and vendors, and give attendees the opportunity to gain professional insight from thought leaders.   Follow Ayana! Website Instagram   Follow Mommifaceted! Instagram Facebook

Continuing our series on “Losing the Lamanites,” we interview Sarah Newcomb who descends from the Tsimshian of the NW Coastal Tribes. In this interview we cover: *How Sarah struggled as a youth knowing that she came from the ‘Lamanites,’ who had turned their backs on God. *How she worked her way through college in Rexburg, ID, acquired a degree in Communications/Journalism, and how her new knowledge around sourcing served as an impetus to her questioning her faith. *How her husband ignored the Mormon admonition against interracial marriage, out of love for Sarah. *Her avoidance of dancing (and other native customs), as they were practiced by the ’Lamanites’ in the Book of Mormon. *Her avoidance of the sun, as a way to ensure that her skin would stay as light as possible. *How she used her knowledge of sourcing (seeking original documentation) to discover many of the problems with LDS church history and doctrine, all before discovering the CES Letter. *How Mormon Stories Podcast validated her feelings, and provided strength and a sense of community during her faith transition. *How she now embraces her life in the sun, and is on a journey to connect to the heritage and identity she felt forced to distance herself from while a member of the LDS Church. We thank Sarah for sharing her powerful, beautiful story and know that it will touch lives!

** Full show notes on the episode page for this show here - www.robofthegreen.ie/episodes/ep22-declanfahySo another week, another episode. This one is with Declan Fahy who is a Journalist that has worked for the Irish Times, the Daily Mirror & the Longford Leader. He is now a professor in DCU in Communications & Journalism, and a published Author with the book 'The New Celebrity Scientists: Out of the Lab and Into the Limelight'. He’s also a friend that I grew up with in Longford, which made it all the more enjoyable to record.During the conversation, we talked about Declan being from Longford, but being born in Zambia as his parents were travelling and living there at the time. Declan talks about his love of books and reading from a very early age and this has stayed with him all the way through his life. How this lead him to a Journalism degree in DCU starting in 1995. We discuss Declan’s experience moving from Longford to the big smoke and how this took time to get settled in.Declan talks about his first job in Journalisim at the Longford Leader after a very straightforward interview with Eugene McGee. Declan took a class on the history and philosophy of science in 2nd year and really found a passion for this which set him on the path for specialisation where a lot of things seemed to click. In summer of 3rd year, Declan got a placement with the Irish Times and this was another key stage in his journey. Another great opportunity. Next, Declan did a masters to study how science was communicated. Once this was done, Declan decided to do some work on the front lines and went back to the Irish Times for a period. Another  big break came for Declan in the early 2000’s when the foot and mouth disease broke out and Declan was heavily involved in this over a 6/8 week period where many of his articles were front page news.Declan then got to the point where he felt timing was right and moved back to DCU to do his PhD. During this stage, he learned a lot about himself researching and writing. Declan talked about the journey to get to the Final output of the dissertation and a 2 hour exam. Declan then decided to move to Washington to teach Science and health journalism. This was a dream move. We talked about the process for applying and successfully getting the position. There were so many great tips from this conversation. Productivity, getting more done, making time to get things done. Focusing on the top 3 things you’re working on. Hard work, perfection is the enemy of good enough, learning fundamentals, getting into the rhythm of work, writing on work and returning to it a few days later, developing a system and set of rules to write by, moving things along, getting feedback, the process of writing and Declan’s approach.In the last ten minutes, we talk about work life balance, planning and logistics with a young family. Being a flow state, importance of exercise (cycling, Pilates, gym), nutrition, diets, book recommendations (of which there are so many great ones below), decision making, focusing on the important, Stoicism, and we wrap up with Advice on finding out what you like most. Find out what you don’t like early and try different things!Declan can be reached on via the DCU website  & via Twitter - @FahydeclanBook references:•The New Celebrity Scientists: Out of the Lab and Into the Limelight.Declan Fahy (2015) The New Celebrity Scientists: Out of the Lab and Into the Limelight.•Tom Wolfe – The new Journalism, The right stuff•Michael Crichton – Jurassic Park, the anadromous strain•Todd Henry – The Accidental creative•Cal Newport – Deep Work•Dave Allen – Getting things done•Neil Steveson – essay on writing and managing time •Tim Caufield – The Cure for Everything •Seneca – Letters from a Stoic

Willow Bay is the first woman to ever be appointed Dean of the University of Southern California Annenberg School of Journalism. She is also an accomplished TV journalist, digital news editor and author. Bay talks about her experience as a woman in media and what she sees for the future of journalism. Like what we're doing? Leave a review! ----> http://bit.ly/2ks4f90 Follow Willow Bay on Twitter: @Willow_Bay Learn more about Willow Bay and the USC Annenberg School of Journalism: http://annenberg.usc.edu/faculty/journalism/willow-bay

Join BTR's Featured World of Ink Network show The Writing Mama at 2pm EST - 1pm CST - Noon MST - 11am PST with host Virginia S Grenier, who will be chatting with multi-published fiction and nonfiction author Amber Lea Easton.  For twenty years, Easton worked in the fields of journalism and advertising with a brief detour into the financial industry.  Although she holds a BA in Communications & Journalism, she is a perpetual student of life who enjoys taking courses on a wide variety of subjects when time allows.  Smart is sexy, according to Easton, which is why she writes about strong female characters who have their flaws and challenges, but who ultimately persevere. Easton currently lives with her two teenagers in the Colorado Rocky Mountains where she gives thanks daily for the gorgeous view outside her window. She finds inspiration from traveling, the people she meets, nature and life's twists and turns. At the end of the day, as long as she's writing, she considers herself to be simply "a lucky lady liv'n the dream." You can find out more about Amber Lea Easton, her recently released contemporary romantic suspense novel Riptide and her World of Ink Author/Book Tour at http://tinyurl.com/a2azncg Host Virginia S Grenier is an award-winning children's author, founder & owner of SFC Publishing, LLC, award-winning editor and a Mom's Choice Award Honoree. When she isn't busy talking with authors, illustrators and others in the publishing industry, she is coordinating vitual tours for World of Ink Network and helping to manage things behind the scenes with partner Marsha Casper Cook. To learn more about Virginia S Grenier, the other WOI Hosts and the World of Ink Network visit http://worldofinknetwork.com