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How often should you get screened for cancer? Why does everyone have cancer? How do blood tests for cancer work? Can a baby get syphilis? How many people die from overdose? Discussing the latest cancer statistics, measles outbreaks, deaths from overdose and contaminated ultrasound gel with AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.

Episode Description & Show Notes: This week, a fitness influencer went viral for saying people over 200 pounds shouldn't be allowed in Pilates class—and that instructors with a “gut” shouldn't be teaching. Yes, she deleted the video. But the damage was done. Thousands of people agreed with her. This is the fitness industry we're still up against. And in this episode, we're not just pushing back—we're burning the whole narrative down. We break down 13 research-backed reasons why building your fitness brand around body transformation isn't just unethical—it's lazy, outdated, and costing you money. What we cover: Why transformation-based branding leads to low retention and high churn How extrinsic motivation backfires (and what the neuroscience says) The impact of shame-based messaging on mental health How to actually build emotional loyalty that fuels long-term growth Why purpose-driven brands scale better—and feel better This episode is part reckoning, part guidebook. We brought the science, the lived experience, and the tools to help you build a brand that doesn't just sell workouts—but moves people. Whether you've already left the old model behind or are still working your way out of it—this one's for you. If this message resonates, share it. Post it. Text it to your team. Forward it to another studio owner. This is how we shift the industry—together.   SPRING INTO SUMMER AUDITS (Limited-Time Offer) Want to be sure your brand is saying what it's supposed to—and that your class experience is reinforcing it? Brand Strategy Audit with Barry – $150 Experience Architecture Audit with Shay – $150 Bundle both for $250 We'll review your messaging, experience delivery, and help you align your brand with what actually works—ethically, emotionally, and financially. DM us “AUDIT” on Instagram or email us at hello@fitcarma.com   Citations & Research Sources McGonigal, K. (2020). The Joy of Movement: How Exercise Helps Us Find Happiness, Hope, Connection, and Courage. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/562466/the-joy-of-movement-by-kelly-mcgonigal/ Singh, B. et al. (2023). Effect of Physical Activity on Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety in Adults: A Meta-Review of Meta-Analyses. British Journal of Sports Medicine. https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2023/02/16/bjsports-2022-106195 Ducharme, J. (2022). Mental Health Benefits Are Getting Americans Back to the Gym. TIME Magazine. https://time.com/6233766/mental-health-benefits-exercise/ Inspire360 (2023). Mental Health Issues Are on the Rise: How the Fitness Industry Can Help. https://blog.inspire360.com/mental-health-and-the-fitness-industry/ Mintel (2023). Exercise Trends and Mental Wellness in the U.S. https://www.mintel.com (requires subscription access) Mindbody Wellness Index (2022–2023). Top Reasons Americans Exercise. https://www.mindbodyonline.com/business/education/blog/wellness-index Clear, J. (2018). Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones. https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Harvard Business Review (Reichheld & Schefter, 2000). The Economics of E-Loyalty. https://hbr.org/2000/07/the-economics-of-e-loyalty Blink Fitness. Mood Above Muscle Campaign Case Study. https://www.blinkfitness.com/about/mood-above-muscle PubMed (Tiggemann & Zaccardo, 2015). “Fitspiration” on Social Media: Body Image Effects of Fitspo vs. Self-Compassion. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26176993/ Two Brain Business (2019). The Real Problem With 6-Week Challenges. https://twobrainbusiness.com/the-real-problem-with-6-week-challenges/ Marshall, E. (2025). Music Is Medicine: How Rhythm Heals the Body and Moves the Soul. https://musicismedicine.co Fitcarma Brand Strategy Guide (2025). Internal brand framework. https://fitcarma.com

Just Press Record brings together Cara Brookins, author of "Rise: How a House Built a Family," and Rusty Guinn of Epsilon Theory for a fascinating conversation about building things that matter. Cara shares her incredible story of building a 3,500 square foot house from scratch with her four children using only YouTube tutorials, while Rusty discusses transforming a historic 1763 property into a thriving apple orchard and cidery. The conversation weaves through themes of stubborn optimism, the importance of tangible creation in a digital age, and how the people who truly matter in our lives show up even when they think we're making a mistake. From hauling concrete in wheelbarrows to splitting wood at midnight for the perfect Texas brisket, we explore how physical labor connects us to something deeper than just the end product. Cara and Rusty offer profound insights into how social networks are changing human consciousness, the value of finding your "ride or die" tribe of 120 people, and why sometimes the most authentic path forward requires getting your hands dirty. Whether you're interested in homesteading, writing, craft cider, or just finding your place in an increasingly digital world, this conversation has something for everyone who believes in building things that last. A Cultish Creative production exploring what happens when we choose to "do something" rather than just "be something."

Join host Jackie Woodside on the Conscious Living Podcast for what she says was her "favorite podcast episode to date" as she sits down with the remarkable Cara Brookins, best-selling author of "Rise: How a House Built a Family." You may know Cara as the mom who built her own house with her four children, using YouTube tutorials, capturing the hearts and minds of millions worldwide.Having just removed herself and her children from a domestic violence situation, Cara knew she needed to dig deep to create a sense of home, safety and stability for her family. She did all she could to make a conscious decision to build a house that also built her family. In this episode, Cara shares her awe-inspiring journey of perseverance, resilience, and triumph over adversity. From laying bricks and framing walls to navigating the complexities of plumbing and gas lines, Cara's story transcends the boundaries of conventional wisdom, proving that with determination, anything is possible.Here's what you will discover in this new podcast episode:1. How building this house helped to rebuild their family. 2. Building a house and overcoming challenges.3. Managing challenges and celebrating successes with family4. Delve into the world of writing a book, facing uncertainty, vulnerability, and risk, and ultimately finding successDon't miss this captivating episode as Cara Brookins invites you to embark on a journey of empowerment, resilience, and conscious living. Tune in to discover the keys to building your dreams brick by brick, and learn how Cara's extraordinary story continues to inspire millions worldwide.

Low inventory, high interest, commission lawsuits and affordability (or lack thereof). Real estate is getting more challenging by the day, leaving consumers and agents alike wondering: what the heck is going on with the market?   There's a ton of uncertainty and fear right now, and if left unchecked, it leads to panic and ultimately, paralysis. Agents who combat the fear with communication, market knowledge and expert advice will win in this market. If we're able to confidently guide people forward at a time of great uncertainty, we'll have a client for life, and plenty of referrals too.   What vital information do we need to be sharing with consumers right now? How do we help them navigate this challenging market?   In this episode, I'm joined by the CEO of Keeping Current Matters, David Childers. He shares how we can be the lighthouse in the storm of the market we're in right now, and how to use information to combat uncertainty. If you're able to confidently guide someone forward at a time where they're not sure what to do, that's a client for life. -David Childers    Three Things You'll Learn In This Episode     -Data or distraction  Agents can't stop talking about the commission lawsuit, but is it a topic consumers really care about?    -Factually correct but tremendously misleading  In a market like today's, a headline can be more damaging than what's actually happening. How do we separate panic-mongering news from insightful information?   -Fear = Forget Everything And Run or Face Everything and Rise  How do we bridge the gap between paralysis and action?   Guest Bio   David Childers is a featured thought leader in the real estate industry widely recognized for his expertise, leadership, and unwavering commitment to keeping agents well informed about the ever-changing dynamics of the real estate market. He is well known for his ability to captivate audiences by combining his profound market knowledge with engaged storytelling. His unmatched ability to simplify complex market concepts and distill them into actionable strategies equips agents with the knowledge and clarity they need to maximize their business and be the go-to resource in their local market.   As the CEO of Keeping Current Matters, David has revolutionized the way real estate professionals stay ahead. He has kept his finger on the pulse of the real estate industry for more than 20 years. Notably, he and KCM delivered over 200 presentations at the peak of the COVID pandemic – bringing calm and confidence to a nervous industry. His deep understanding of market dynamics, economic indicators, and consumer behavior continues to prove instrumental in helping agents navigate challenging times and capitalize on emerging opportunities. He continues to contribute in this capacity today. You can sample his content on KCM's podcast, YouTube Channel and our regular webinars, and more. David's passion is rooted in his unwavering commitment to equipping agents to be the standout expert in their market so that every family can feel confident when buying and selling a home.   For more information, head to https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/.    Episode: 317 Title: How to Combat Confusion and Eliminate Fear in a Challenging Market w/David Childers Host: Michael J. Maher

Low inventory, high interest, commission lawsuits and affordability (or lack thereof). Real estate is getting more challenging by the day, leaving consumers and agents alike wondering: what the heck is going on with the market?   There's a ton of uncertainty and fear right now, and if left unchecked, it leads to panic and ultimately, paralysis. Agents who combat the fear with communication, market knowledge and expert advice will win in this market. If we're able to confidently guide people forward at a time of great uncertainty, we'll have a client for life, and plenty of referrals too.   What vital information do we need to be sharing with consumers right now? How do we help them navigate this challenging market?   In this episode, I'm joined by the CEO of Keeping Current Matters, David Childers. He shares how we can be the lighthouse in the storm of the market we're in right now, and how to use information to combat uncertainty. If you're able to confidently guide someone forward at a time where they're not sure what to do, that's a client for life. -David Childers    Three Things You'll Learn In This Episode     -Data or distraction  Agents can't stop talking about the commission lawsuit, but is it a topic consumers really care about?    -Factually correct but tremendously misleading  In a market like today's, a headline can be more damaging than what's actually happening. How do we separate panic-mongering news from insightful information?   -Fear = Forget Everything And Run or Face Everything and Rise  How do we bridge the gap between paralysis and action?   Guest Bio   David Childers is a featured thought leader in the real estate industry widely recognized for his expertise, leadership, and unwavering commitment to keeping agents well informed about the ever-changing dynamics of the real estate market. He is well known for his ability to captivate audiences by combining his profound market knowledge with engaged storytelling. His unmatched ability to simplify complex market concepts and distill them into actionable strategies equips agents with the knowledge and clarity they need to maximize their business and be the go-to resource in their local market.   As the CEO of Keeping Current Matters, David has revolutionized the way real estate professionals stay ahead. He has kept his finger on the pulse of the real estate industry for more than 20 years. Notably, he and KCM delivered over 200 presentations at the peak of the COVID pandemic – bringing calm and confidence to a nervous industry. His deep understanding of market dynamics, economic indicators, and consumer behavior continues to prove instrumental in helping agents navigate challenging times and capitalize on emerging opportunities. He continues to contribute in this capacity today. You can sample his content on KCM's podcast, YouTube Channel and our regular webinars, and more. David's passion is rooted in his unwavering commitment to equipping agents to be the standout expert in their market so that every family can feel confident when buying and selling a home.   For more information, head to https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/.    Episode: 317 Title: How to Combat Confusion and Eliminate Fear in a Challenging Market w/David Childers Host: Michael J. Maher

Dogs are being kidnapped, and we're on the case! In this episode, we dive into the dark world of dognapping to uncover the truth behind this growing crime. Join Janelle and Vicky as they explore the motivations of dognappers, the methods they use, and the impact their actions have on victims and their beloved pets.You can check out the High Expectations podcast here!Research links below!: ABC News - "Dognapping on the Rise: How to keep Your Pets Safe"Wikipedia - "Handsome Dan"Rolling Stone - "Lady Gaga Dognapping Shooting Sentenced to 21 Years in Prison, Confronted by Victim in Court"CBS News - "Woman involved in Lady Gaga dognapping case now suing pop star for reward money"Pride - "Gaga has gone through a lot for her fur babies!"The Montreal Gazette - "Gangs steal pedigree dogs and hold them for ransom"NPR - "5 Facing Charges Over Shooting Od Lady Gaga's Dog Walker And theft Of French Bulldogs"The Guardian - "Five arrested in Lady Gaga dognapping case - including the woman who returned them"KTLA5 - "U.S. Marshals offers reward for info on suspected Lady Gaga dognapper mistakenly released from custody in L.A.""Crime and Punishment in Victorian London" by Ross GilfillanCrime Reads - "On the Dignapping Gangs That Terrorized Victorian London, and the Poet Who Fought Back"History Today - "Who's Afraid of the Dog-Banditti?"Truly Adventurous - "The Dognapping of the Century"This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3663283/advertisement

What comes into your mind when you think of AI? When we think of AI, we visualize machines or computer systems that possess advanced intelligence and the ability to perform tasks that would typically require human intelligence. AI has come a long way since its inception, and the technology's development has been phenomenal in recent years. AI has become an essential tool across multiple industries, from healthcare to finance and manufacturing. Cody Isabel, CEO and Co-Founder of Rewrite and Rise, which is a Mind, Brain, and Body Lab, focuses on bringing successful treatment outcomes to those healing from emotional abuse, burnout, or an identity crisis like after a breakup or during a quarter-life crisis. They use AI algorithms to analyze the biometric & behavioral data they collect to aid in the treatments they provide to their clients. Their mission is to provide better ways to objectively measure, diagnose, and treat individual mental health conditions. Listen to this episode on Creating HumanAI OS to Unite Humanity & Shift Human Evolution if you are curious to know more about Cody's passion for technology and how he utilizes it to help other people.   These are the other key

E17: What do you do when your work results feel invisible? You swear from all the time and energy you've spent; you should see more tangible progress. Cara Brookins and her family built a house with their bare hands, and they more than understand seemingly invisible results. In her book, Rise: How a House built a Family; Cara details the terrifyingly unsafe place they were in, and how they got themselves out. Rise website: https://www.carabrookins.com/rise-how-a-house-built-a-family/ Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.

Ravi Rothenberg is a transformational coach, embodiment facilitator, and trauma-aware space holder. He's the author of Ready to Rise: How to Find Your Path to Peace and Purpose. His purpose is deeply rooted in sharing the heart-centric healing wisdom he's realized through yoga, the union of his immersion in eastern traditions, and an adventurous journey of personal evolution.   On his path, he finds himself most at peace on his yoga mat, immersed in nature, exploring foreign lands, or writing in the early hours of the morning. He enjoys spending quality time around Colorado with his partner, his pup, and conscious community. And like all of us, he is many things: a son, a brother, a lover, a friend, a writer, an explorer, a mover, and a shaker. Really, he loves shaking!   He hopes that this conversation shakes you to your core and is a catalyst for your personal and spiritual growth on your unique journey! Additionally, I'll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest's choice with each episode now. This episode, the charity is The November Project. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Ravi on: Website Instagram His book: Ready to Rise: How to Find Your Path to Peace and Purpose To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. LinkedIn Instagram Website Subscribe to my weekly newsletter Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts!   Resources/People Mentioned: The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk Al-Anon Meetings Osho Dynamic Meditation Holotropic Breathing Wim Hof Wim Hof Breathing - 11 Minute Video Tutorial  Polyvagal Theory Josh Waitzkin  Yoga with Kassandra Dr. Stephen Porges Deb Dana Attached, by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller Deep Work, by Cal Newport Dr. Wayne Dyer Brene Brown

As new processing methods become more popular and prominent, roasters must pivot and adjust how they approach them in order to get the best possible result. Processes like honey and pulped natural present unique challenges for even the most veteran roasters. The good news is that there is a growing family of best practices that will help you see success and consistency while embracing the new and emerging methods on the market. To help us sort through this topic we turn to none other than Mike Ebert of Firedancer Consultants. As the founder of Firedancer Coffee Consultants, Mike is dedicated to helping clients create a personalized strategy to ensure long-term success. He works primarily with roasters, producers and retailers, drawing from his extensive experience in all facets of the specialty coffee supply chain to guide clients in reaching their potential. Ebert is an Authorized SCA Trainer; holding the professional level certificates in Green Coffee, Sensory Skills, Roasting and Brewing. He has had a hand in many positions up and down the supply chain and continues his volunteer work with the Specialty Coffee Association's Education Advisory Council as Co-Chair of the Education Content Committee. In our conversation we cover: Then challenge Pulp natural and other processes present Mistakes we make when roasting new processes Knowing your roaster and being vigilant  Frame work for earlier success  Taking into account the unique sugar changes Rate of Rise How learning new methods can help with old ones Shifting our minds to innovate new metrics   Subscribe to Roast Magazine! Use code "ROR" to get $5 off   Related Episodes: RoR #1: A Conversation w/ Anne Cooper of Equilibrium Master Roasters RoR #2: Exploring Quality Control w/ Spencer Turer of Coffee Enterprises RoR #3: Making Contingency Planning a Reality w/ Andi Trindle Mersch of Philz Coffee RoR #4: Practical Thermal Dynamics w/ Candice Madison of Royal Coffee / The Crown Oak RoR #5: Time and Color in Roasting w/ Morten Munchow of Coffee Mind” RoR #6: Buying Less and Doing More w/ Ever Meister RoR #7 Illustrative Sample Roasting w/ Mike Ebert of Firedancer Coffee Consultants ROR #8 How Post-Harvest Processing Impacts Flavor w/ Siva Subramanian and Byron Holcomb of Olam Food Ingredients RoR #9 Inside the Roaster's Tool Kit w/ Kat Melheim of Black and White Coffee and The Coffee People Zine RoR #10 : What Your Broker Wishes You Knew w/ Scott Merle of La Minita Coffee RoR #11 : Exploring Scent w/ Sandra Elisa Loofbourow RoR #12 : Inside Coffee Packaging w/ Ever Meister          

We'd love to hear from you (feedback@breakingbadscience.com)Look us up on social media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/385282925919540Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbadsciencepodcast/Website: http://www.breakingbadscience.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/breakingbadscienceFor the last year plus we've been living in a world in which COVID seems like something we discuss every day. We've even done several episodes on it. I guess I've just sort of adjusted to the idea that everyone truly understands what a virus is, what they're made of, how they differ from one another, and why we deal with some much more regularly than others. That is not a real reasonable thought. Join hosts Shanti and Danny as we take a step back and discuss viruses themselves and highlight a few others relevant here in the US and the rest of the world. ReferencesInstitute for Molecular Biosciences; What's the Difference Between Bacteria and Viruses. The University of Queensland. 20-Apr-2020. https://imb.uq.edu.au/article/2020/04/difference-between-bacteria-and-virusesBerthold, E.; What are Archaea?. Australian Academy of Science. 27-Jul-2018. https://www.science.org.au/curious/earth-environment/what-are-archaeaCarroll, L.; Deaths due to West Nile Virus are on the Rise - How to Stay Safe. Today. 27-Sep-2021. https://www.today.com/health/west-nile-virus-2021-how-safe-deaths-rise-some-spots-t232267Center for Disease Control and Prevention; Dengue. CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/dengue/index.htmlCenter for Disease Control and Prevention; Genital Herpes Basic Fact Sheet. CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/stdfact-herpes.htmCenter for Disease Control and Prevention; Plague Ecology and Transmission. CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/plague/transmission/index.htmlSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/breakingbadscience?fan_landing=true)

One definition of authority is possesing the power to influence others, especially because of one's commanding manner or recognized knowledge about something. When we look at authors which is someone who originates. or creates something. Combining both definitions brings us to the purpose of this series: Authors are not only the originators of their work, they have recognized knowledge of the subject within their work. This month we will exlpore 4 new authors: All have a book, all have a story, and all have authority. Welcome to Part One of Author-ity with special guest Jasmine Ryans, Co-Author of Influencers on the Rise: How to Thrive Against Adversity (https://www.amazon.com/Influencers-Rise-Thrive-Against-Adversity-ebook/dp/B097TLN1QW/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=influencers+on+the+rise&qid=1630987361&sr=8-1) Special Guest: Jasmine Ryans.

How to combat food stereotypes, understand cultural appropriation, and support an African food revolution with Zoe Adjonyoh. ----- Welcome to episode 315 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Zoe Adjonyoh about her journey with Zoe's Ghana Kitchen, as well as her fight against the cultural appropriation of food. Decolonizing the Food Industry While Zoe Adjonyoh initially started out by just cooking Ghanaian food for her community, she quickly took on a larger role with her brand, Zoe's Ghana Kitchen. Through her blog, cookbook, supper clubs, and more, she has been actively working to foster an African Food Revolution and bring African food to the masses. And in recent years, she has shifted her focus from just pioneering West African food to decolonizing the food industry and helping people understand what cultural appropriation is. It's a really powerful interview that will make you consider your role as both a consumer and a content creator, and we hope you enjoy hearing more about Zoe's story. In this episode, you'll learn: How she started Zoe's Ghana Kitchen How her supper clubs worked How she worked to start an African food revolution How she shifted her focus to work on decolonizing the food industry What the difference is between cultural appropriation and appreciation How we have power as consumers to support the culture where food comes from Why activism is ingrained in her identity What she covers in her book, as well as what she has updated in this new edition Resources: Zoe's Ghana Kitchen Preorder Zoe's book here! 289: The Rise – How the COVID-19 Pandemic Has Affected the Restaurant Industry and Celebrating Black Culture in American Food with Marcus Samuelsson Airbnb Experience — Chocolate Origins & Create with a Maker Diaspora Co. Burlap & Barrel Zoe's Ghana Kitchen playlist on Spotify Zoe's podcast, Cooking Up Consciousness Follow Zoe on Instagram and Facebook Check out the Food Blogger Pro YouTube channel (and subscribe while you're there!) If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership

Cara Brookins built a house! Not a big deal, you say, many people have built a house. Cara did it with her own hands, as a single mother of four kids and no prior construction experience. She did it all with the help of youtube videos and a lot of trial and error. You're going to fall in love with her story of resilience and down to earth message. As she likes to say, "what's the worst that can happen?" Show notes: If you're thinking I built a house because I'm some kind of natural born doer, some non-procrastinator, some anomaly who has never played a time-waster on my cell phone, think again. I have put off calls, ignored emails, and skipped laundry for a weekend Netflix binge just as often as the next person. And it wasn't until I was in a horrible place as a single mother of four that I even recognized how badly I needed to do something big. Something that would forever change the trajectory of my life. BUT something was holding me back. I felt stuck—even though I knew I was capable of doing so much more. I was ready to do something bold. I was ready to stop being the type of person who says, “I'll do this someday,” and become the person who says, “I'll do this now.” I was determined to set my default mode to: Take Action. But first I had to get myself unstuck. Then I had the idea that changed everything. It was big—REALLY BIG. https://carabrookins.com/ "Rise: How a House Built a Family" by Cara Brookins The Cara Brookins Show (podcast)

Cookus Interruptus—how to cook fresh, local, organic, whole foods despite life’s interruptions! This episode will feature an intro by Cynthia Lair, an inside scoop on the show, fun foody stories, and tasty clips from of Cynthia’s favorite episodes of Cookus Interruptus. With a background in acting and an education in nutrition, it was natural for Cynthia to invent the online cooking show Cookus Interruptus, which launched in 2008. In more than 175 videos, members from The EDGE Improv group twist healthy cooking instruction and the family sit-com genre into educational entertainment. Cynthia has written three cookbooks, given a TEDx talk on How to Cut an Onion, and performs improvisational comedy regularly. She has been on faculty at Bastyr University since 1994 and was the founder of Bastyr’s Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Culinary Arts degree program. Her latest book, Sourdough on the Rise: How to Confidently Make Whole Grain Sourdough Breads at Home (Sasquatch Books) was released October 2019. The fourth edition of Feeding the Whole Family (over 80,000 copies sold) from Sasquatch Books arrived in 2016. It is fully-revised with 45 new recipes. A cheerful-looking second edition of Feeding the Young Athlete: Sports Nutrition Made Easy for Players, Parents and Coaches was released in 2012 by Seattle publisher Readers to Eaters. Visit Cynthia online at cynthialair.com.

A conversation about running a restaurant during a pandemic, writing a book about Black food in America, and how to understand Black culture through food with Chef Marcus Samuelsson. ----- Welcome to episode 289 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Chef Marcus Samuelsson about his experience in the restaurant industry during the COVID–19 pandemic and how he is celebrating Black culture through food. How the COVID–19 Pandemic Has Affected the Restaurant Industry and Celebrating Black Excellence in American Food  Marcus Samuelsson is a chef, an immigrant, a restaurateur, and an author, and he’s here to talk about the restaurant and food industry and Black food culture in America. You’ll first hear about his experiences as a restauranteur and how he has essentially had to start from scratch and reinvent himself during the COVID–19 pandemic. Food is a way that we communicate with and relate to one another, so the pandemic is creating some unique challenges in the restaurant and food industry. Then he talks about Black food in America and how we can learn and grow in our understanding of Black culture through food. He’ll encourage you to do the work and immerse yourself in the incredible foods and dishes that celebrate Black culture, as well as share the story of his new book, “The Rise.” In this episode, you’ll learn: How his life has changed since the beginning of the COVID–19 pandemic What World Central Kitchen does Why he felt ready for a challenge like a pandemic When he knew he wanted to be a chef The origin and story of his new cookbook, The Rise How to participate in Black experiences Resources: The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food: A Cookbook Jose Andres World Central Kitchen No Passport Required Genius Aquavit This Moment Podcast Follow Marcus on Instagram and connect with him on his website If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership

Dive in with us as we review the "H.P. Lovecraft Literacy Podcast: In the Court of the Dragon". Listen to the podcast with us at https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9ocHBvZGNyYWZ0LmNvbS8_ZmVlZD1wb2RjYXN0/episode/aHR0cHM6Ly9ocHBvZGNyYWZ0LmNvbS8_cD01OTE5. Next we'll review Rachel Hollis' podcast "Rise: How to Cast a Vision for the Rest of Your 2020". You can listen to it here: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vcmlzZQ/episode/ZDZjMjhhNjItMWFjMy0xMWVhLWFkYTktNmY4MDBhZWMwZDM1.

Rebuilding a Life with Cara Brookins After surviving domestic violence, Cara Brookins was faced with the stark challenge of providing for her four children, with no one to turn to but herself. In desperate need of a home—but without the means to buy one—she did something incredible. She built her very own 3,500 square foot home from scratch by using YouTube tutorials while rebuilding her family. Join us every other week on Women's Wealth: The Middle Way®, a radio show aimed at helping women navigate questions about work, money, and family. You can find us on your favorite podcast app, including , , , . See you in two weeks!   Helpful Links:  Cara Brookins  Rise: How a House Built a Family Women's Wealth: The Middle Way®

Jimmy Barrett and Shara Fryer take you through the stories that matter on the morning of 11/29/2019, including: With Black Friday just a few days away, the results of a new consumer poll forecast how much money Americans will be spending this holiday season. 'Unretirees' On the Rise: How the 'gray wave' is changing the workforce. As Baby Boomers keep working, it's changing what retirement looks like. House Democrats are looking for a way out of the Trump impeachment inquiry without having an official vote because they know they can't remove him from office.

Cara is an elegant warrior with a hammer. She took her four kids (ages 2-17), left her abusive husband and decided to build a home. From scratch. By watching YouTube. Cara’s memoir about that endeavor is “Rise-How a House Built a Family”. It is a best selling book and was chosen by President Clinton as one of the books on his reading list. It is also going to be made into a motion picture!  Link to Cara’s website https://carabrookins.com/books/ Cara’s song Rise Up by Andra Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNKu1uNBVkU Cara’s book Letters of E.B. White by E. B. White https://www.amazon.com/Letters-B-White-B/dp/0061374598  For information regarding your data privacy, visit Acast.com/privacy

Website: https://carabrookins.com Rise: How a House Built a Family Audio Book and Paperback: https://amzn.to/2RopdrA Cara Brookins is best known for being the mom who built her own house using YouTube tutorials. She has been entertaining, educating, and inspiring audiences with her keynotes and presentations since 2004. She’s the author of eight books, including Rise, How a House Built a family, which tells the story of building her 3500 square foot house with the help of her four children by watching YouTube tutorials and googling things like foundation work, plumbing, and gas lines. News of Cara's family story went viral in more than 75 countries and was viewed two billion times. Rise has now been optioned to become a major motion picture. Inspiring audiences to build bigger lives remains Cara's greatest passion.   Build A Life You Want http://learntruehealth.com/build-a-life-you-want To build a life you want is what we should all aim for. Life is short. And it is up to us to make the most of it, regardless of what situation we are in. My guest today, Author of Rise: How a House Built a Family, Cara Brookins is such an inspiration. From dealing with domestic violence to building her own house, she has defied the odds and proved that it is indeed possible to build a life you want.  Domestic Violence Cara Brookins weathered through many storms before she became who she is today. She was a victim of extreme domestic violence when she married her first husband who slowly descended into having full-blown paranoid schizophrenia. Because he became dangerous, they divorced. But for ten years after that, he kept coming back and tormented Cara and her children. Then Cara Brookins met another guy, who seemed to be the right answer. They eventually married, but he also ended up physically abusive. After two terrible marriages and children who were aged 17, 15, 11, and two at that time, the experience affected her two older kids. The situation turned even more severe since they now needed a place to live. Building A House Her failed marriages and the threat of being homeless gave Cara Brookins the idea of perhaps building a house herself.  They were living in a house that was up for sale that time and could not afford to keep it. She believed that it was primarily the need more than the inspiration to make their lives better. So, in the Fall of 2007, when Youtube was a brand-new website then, Cara Brookins started to research. Cara Brookins was a computer programmer by profession, and that helped a lot. At first, she started watching videos for work to learn new computer languages. And then she saw videos on how to build a house. Broaching the idea to her kids, they were open to try it. They only had money to buy a piece of land and building materials but not enough money to hire people to build their house.  Getting Started Cara Brookins says people helped along the way. Building the house took 20-hour days for nine months straight. She had to make sure they were on schedule because she had a 9-month construction loan. “In the beginning when we first had this idea, it didn’t seem radical. People were stunned, but my kids were already beaten down for more than a decade at that point. There was always somebody in control. And there was always this layer of fear. There was no action we could take that would make it better,” recalls Cara Brookins.  She adds, “This idea of building a house was the first time that gave us the opportunity to go out and take physical action to visibly and tangibly make our lives better.”  Challenges Before building a house, Cara Brookins and her kids were stuck in a crippling survival mode. They didn’t have a close family that could help them through the trauma. “You kind of pull inside yourself, each one of you and each day. We had to quickly learn not only how to communicate what we need and our ideas. And we also learned how to anticipate one another’s needs and talents,” Cara Brookins said.  She adds, “The level of doubt is hard to describe because, in retrospect, people think it must be fun building, exciting and empowering. Instead, when you bite off more than you can chew, it knocks you to your knees. Everything we tried to do, it was multiple setbacks before we move forward. Not surprisingly, that level of self- doubt, made them so much harder.” Realizations According to Cara Brookins, to build a life you want, we want to think that the moment you take action, it’s the changing point. But for her, it’s like after the action was taken. “That happened to me most often. I was forced into taking action because I had to. The city and the bank would not let me proceed with this house until I had water. A deadline forced me,” said Cara Brookins.  She adds, “And once that happened, I can see in retrospect how ridiculous my situation was. And how ridiculous I had made my situation by not taking that option. That’s when I made this conscious effort not to do it anymore.” Taking From Experience Cara Brookins believes that when you feel paralysis and fear to take the next step to build the life you want, we usually think of the worst-case scenario. And believe that we are going to survive, learn from the experience and be better next time. For Cara Brookins, the transition was after she saw the effect of her doubt, hesitation, paralysis, and procrastination. “Get over yourself. Stop taking yourself so seriously. Walk in the lows and ask that ridiculous question. Have fun with it,” suggests Cara Brookins. “We learned that early on. Whatever your goal is, and if you go all in, you will figure out a way if it is your only way of survival.” Cara Brookins also believes that to build the life you want; you need to put reminders in your path. And designing your life around the thing, you want to do and the person you want to be. Another important factor on how to build the life you want is recognizing that when you procrastinate, our brain is going to be continually fighting for that feeling of wanting or accomplishing something. Cara Brookins says it’s a whole lot easier for it to win at something it knows you are successful at that for your brain to allow you to go out and take that risk. “As soon as you are aware of that process, your brain is designed to hold you back. Because doing risky things can get you eaten by a tiger,” said Cara Brookins. “That’s your primitive brain saying don’t go trying difficult things, stay here and do the safer thing. That’s how we get trapped in these cycles.” Positive Outcome Today, Cara Brookins and her family reside in a 3,500 square foot house. The house has five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a big library, a 3-car garage, a big shop, and a treehouse. While there aren’t that many photos of the construction period, Cara Brookins’ house is a testament that anything is possible.  She is still humbled by the fact that her story inspired so many people. “The kids became close. Not only do they support each other but they call each other out. And lovingly call each other out. There is a level of honesty,” Cara Brookins said.  She adds, “The key is in our society. We have forgotten the value of taking physical action of going out and doing something that’s physically hard. And the way that it bonds you together.” Rise: How a House Built a Family Cara Brookins’ Rise: How a House Built a Family book, inspired many people to do their projects or build a life they want. The book has lessons that you can apply to your business as well. The book also appealed to men who took Cara Brookins by surprise. “In retrospect, it shouldn’t have because it is that physical activity that men do better and more often than women. Men are better in turning to that while women tend to turn to more talk and internal things,” said Cara Brookins. In getting out of your comfort zone, the risk you feel is natural. Because Cara Brookins says, it is scary to put everything you got into one massive dream. And the only way that you can make something that big is to put everything into it. The first time Cara Brookins considered writing a book about building her house was when she was talking to another writer who encouraged her to write about it.  That writer’s agent called Cara Brookins who eventually tried to write the story. But the book didn’t sell. It took Cara Brookins six years of constantly giving up and going back in writing fiction. Because it was so hard for her to tell the bad part and she worried about the effect, it would have on her kids. “To get to a point where I was willing to share the worst moments of my life, I wrote in a raw and honest way. In a way that it was exceptionally vulnerable. And my kids had to be ok with it, too,” said Cara Brookins. Then when her agent called to inform her that it was sent to publishers, the next hurdle was to see how many people like the book. Many did, and the rest is history.  Maximize Resources When Cara Brookins started her journey in building a house, there weren’t many resources available. Now, anything is possible. With smartphones and so many resources online, she encourages everyone to take advantage of the opportunity to explore and learn. “We live in an amazing time. But then it becomes hard to focus. And hard to figure out which of those things you need or want. And how do those things go together,” said Cara Brookins. “I think that’s more of the procrastination we have now. Many people are paralyzed in their reality.” Motivational Keynote Speaker Cara Brookins’ profession was being a computer programmer for 18 years. In her spare time, she wrote books. But becoming a motivational speaker allowed her to reach out and inspire more people to build the life they want. “It’s hard to get on stage. Because it proves that no matter how many big things you do, you will still face other things that are big, scary and challenging to overcome and have to talk yourself through it,” Cara Brookins said.  She adds, “The more that I did it from each time I learned, I change my presentation the way I saw myself. And the way I saw my goal. My goal was not for me. But it was for the audience, and what I wanted them to feel. It transformed into this thing that I love.” Ultimately, becoming a speaker is a good thing because Cara Brookins loves sharing what she went through. She also does workshops for companies about procrastination. See You At The Movies Although Cara Brookins plans to write some more non-fiction books, she is currently busy ironing out the details of an upcoming Hollywood film about her life. Cara Brookins is co-producing the film along with the lead actress of the upcoming movie. She hopes the movie will inspire people to take action and do great things. And that their past does not define their future. “It’s about how to make yourself the type of person to take action. Part of it is setting goals and declaring it. It’s also to improve the way that your current situation looks and feel,” said Cara Brookins.  She adds, “Whatever you think you might be able to do, whatever you think you want the most in your life, go do it.”  Bio Cara Brookins is best known for being the mom who built her own house using YouTube tutorials. She has been entertaining, educating, and inspiring audiences with her keynotes and presentations since 2004.  Cara Brookins is the author of eight books, including Rise: How a House Built a family, which tells the story of building her 3,500 square foot house with the help of her four children by watching YouTube tutorials — and googling things like foundation work, plumbing, and gas lines.  News of Cara Brookins’ family story went viral in more than 75 countries and was viewed two billion times. Rise has now been optioned to become a major motion picture. Inspiring audiences to build bigger lives remains Cara’s greatest passion. Get Connected With Cara Brookins! Official Website Rise: How a House Built a Family Facebook Twitter        Book by Cara Brookins Rise: How A House Built A Family     Recommended Reading by Cara Brookins 5 Second Rule  – Mel Robbins   ************************************ Learn How To Achieve Optimal Health From Naturopathic Doctors! 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Bestselling author Cara Brookins isn't afraid to think big. Learn how building a 3,500 square foot house with her four children using YouTube helped her change her life and help others reach their highest potential. What’s standing between you and your biggest goal? What’s standing in the way of your highest potential and true success? If you’ve let the barrier of lack of time, energy, motivation, or lack of skill stop from completing your tidying event or achieving any other major goal in life….this episode is for you. Today’s Spark Joy guest is Cara Brookins. Not only does Cara live in a tidy 3,500 square foot house of joy that’s beautiful and intentionally designed..she built that house with her four children by hand over nine months using YouTube videos as her guide, overcoming many obstacles along the way. Her bestselling book Rise: How a House Built a Family launched her career as a keynote speaker and media personality. She now helps people understand that reaching your highest potential isn’t just about how hard you work, but about adjusting your mindset and strategy to take full advantage of the hours you’re putting in. We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a question or comment for a chance to be featured on next week’s show. While you’re there, sign-up to join our Spark Joy podcast community and get notified when each episode airs. You can also join the Spark Joy podcast community on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter at the handle @sparkjoypodcast. In this episode, you’ll enjoy: - The events that led Cara to come up with the audacious goal to build her own house in 2008 and her children's reaction to this idea - How YouTube tutorials married with Cara's DIY mindset solidified her plan to build her 3,500 square foot, two-story home - How Cara convinced a bank to secure a loan and a local builder to sell her supplies without a contractor license - The initial reaction Cara received from friends and family when they heard about her goal - How Cara balanced the build with a fulltime job as a computer programmer - The challenges that showed up and the family communication that thrived - How anticipating and considering the worst case scenario helped the Brookins family alleviate fear of the unknown - How Cara determined when it was time to call on building professionals during different phases of the build to complement her DIY efforts and ensure her family's safety onsite - The history of the name of Cara's home - Inkwell Manor - For a peek inside the Inkwell Manor, head over to Spark Joy Instagram Spark Joy Instagram - How Cara intentionally only kept things that she loved in her home and separated nostalgia from joy - The impact this entire experience had on Cara's four children - The transition of Cara's story into a feature film - How Cara's experience with domestic violence led her to be the voice for victims, keeping their safety as the primary concern - The National Domestic Violence Hotline 1−800−799−7233 - The history of Cara's story going viral and her transition to pubic speaking as an extension of her passion for writing Cara's favorite tidying tip: (DIY tip) Everyone needs a cordless drill that you keep in the house. (Tidying tip) Anytime you go in a room, leave it better than when you went in. What sparks joy for Cara: Sharing a message in front of an audience and getting to listen to their stories To connect with Cara visit www.carabrookins.com . You can also find her on Facebook or Twitter and check out her book, Rise: How a House Built a Family. Gems: - "Day after day, it felt impossible and there was no evidence that we would succeed." - "I had to show up every day motivated and determined and positive and certain we could complete it because I had to be that person for the kids." - "Any kind of fear of a new circumstance can become absolutely paralyzing." - "If you don't take a step forward, you'll stay there forever." - "...identify what is the worst case scenario of this thing I'm about to try and can I live with that. If the answer is yes than there is absolutely nothing to fear." - "Never hold onto something because it meant something to someone else." - "Failure at something [the children] try isn't attached to their own self worth." - "Look at yourself. Value yourself and your kids." - "Don't wait until it's the right moment, because it never will be...Start doing it now." - "Tidying has to come not just in your home, but in your mind." You can find Karin Socci at The Serene Home You can find Kristyn Ivey at For the Love of Tidy Special Guest: Cara Brookins.

What is the purpose behind Awaken and Rise? How did this movement come to be and why is it a podcast? Unfortunately, the story is all too familiar. While achieving success and living the dream, I wore a mask projecting strength. All the while, I was heading toward a mistake that would have been fatal. Listen to how a vision, the lives of others, and the discovery of Awaken and Rise changed the course of my life from being a reactor to a change creator.

Cara Brookins is best known for being the mom who built her own house using YouTube tutorials. She has been entertaining, educating, and inspiring audiences with her keynotes and presentations since 2004. She’s the author of eight books, including “Rise How a House Built a Family,” which tells the story of building her 3500 square foot house with the help of her four children by watching YouTube tutorials and googling things like foundation work, plumbing, and gas lines. News of Cara’s family story went viral in more than 75 countries and was viewed two billion times. “Rise” has now been optioned to become a major motion picture. Inspiring audiences to build bigger lives remains her greatest passion. What you’ll learn about in this episode: Why sometimes the best ideas for your next venture are born of necessity Why it is necessary to tell the truth rather than simply telling a story with your writing sometimes — even when the truth feels a little messy and raw How audiences recognize the truth when reading it — especially in non-fiction The importance of being relatable in writing and in business Why it’s important to reveal your own humanity, for better or worse, when writing your memoir The real key to making lasting changes in your life: taking MASSIVE action Why it’s sometimes necessary to go “all in” with no plan B to give yourself the proper incentive to complete the job What it really means to “burn the ships!” and why it can be the perfect motivator How to shift your focus when it feels like you’ve bitten off more than you can stand so that you’re only taking one small bite at a time Why you absolutely have to get dirty sometimes, literally covered in mud, to make it to the shiny and sparkling clean image on the other side The importance of learning from failures How Cara feels that confidence can be the real deal maker sometimes Resources: REInvestorSummit.com/noteservicing REInvestorSummit.com/Machine REInvestorSummit.com/Pro REInvestorSummit.com/Coaching

Cara Brookins shares how she escaped an abusive marriage with four children by building a home with the knowledge of YouTube videos, determination, and optimism in her brand new book, "Rise: How a House Built a Family". Be inspired and encouraged. Anything is possible in Cara's heart. Cara Brookins: A single mother of four children. Married and divorced twice with nothing to call home. Cara and her children decided to build a house that rebuilt their family, one nail at a time; and a few cement blocks!  "Go build something big!" ~ Cara Brookins BOOK: Rise - How a House Built a Family Enjoy the multitude of topics discussed including domestic violence, mental illness, shame, optimism, determination, and love! You'll discover many gems and hope to shatter all your excuses.  Living life now Family Photo album Media whirlwind Time of decision Inkwell Manor Manuscripts and Screenplays Storytelling  Mud puddles Audiobook narration Owning history Shame Divorce Domestic Abuse Motivational speaking Release of guilt Responsibility Gifts Connection Anxiety Pre-framing Strengths gained Extreme optimism Married young Schizophrenia Mental illness and dangers Determination Ideal mindset Married again Physical violence Perfection Single motherhood Survival mode Hickory Haven The Tornado House What would be in your house? Declaration When did you know you would do this? Home shopping Anything is possible Finding land and motion sickness Bigger. Bigger. Bigger! Getting the loan Low self esteem Fake it till you make it! Changed how I saw myself Smirks Courage Laughing at yourself Humility Tiptoeing through life Healthy family communication Growing pains Shelter for safety Teams in life Building a foundation Physical weakness Goal setting Donna Fill Let's figure this out! The Firefighter The Loss The Celebration Caroline's nail Conscious decision BOOK: Rise - How a House Built a Family WEBSITE: CaraBrookins.com "There's a freedom in laughing at yourself." ~ Cara Brookins Quotes and statements within the interview: "All I ever wanted was to be a mom." "I did this very poorly and it should not see the light of day." "You have to have these failures." "You're not just telling the goods parts of yourself; you have to tell the bad parts of yourself." "That's parts of the journey is owning that history." "I did something that was so hard and so out of what felt like natural me, and I dove in anyhow." "Maybe I should just skip the bad parts today, and just tell the good parts." "There's so much power in it." "I have a way to string words together in a way that somebody who is not a writer doesn't." "Where we complete one another's circles." "Owning comes with a consequence. You can't reign it back in with social media today." "He went into a very extreme case of actually schizoaffective." "Despite my ideal mom and dad vision, this is not going to work." "For the next decade, he continued to come and torment my kids and I." "I met a guy who was very strong; who was very protective of me." "Despite extreme violence one day, I would wake up the next day quite happy." "You have to identify whether they're strengths or weaknesses. They can act both ways in your life." "What happens is you all pull inside of yourself and you lose the ability to communicate together and laugh together and you become very defensive." "And for the dark place that I was in my life, it was just perfection." "It was just this ridiculous pie-in-the-sky fantasy idea." "It had become this symbol of a possible future." "There's so much power in saying things out loud." "I was looking for symbols in real life, because I'm that kind of girl." "It looked like home the first time we saw it." "That's what happens when you let your children draw the house plans." "It was time to put on the big girl suit." "It was the first time I felt this inner-self of power." "This is gonna be going on for a long time, this sense that I don't have a clue." "If you're thrown together on a job site for 19 hours a day for 9 months, you will figure out how to talk to each other." "We had so many walls built, so many barriers." "Positive healthy communication is not alway about positive things." "The foundation without a doubt was the hardest part and the longest part of the process." "My plumber had no courage at all, that was me, in the early stages." "Let's sabotage our Plan B." "The human spirit is amazing, what we can accomplish when you have no other choice." "Welcome to reality. Life is this big roller coaster." "It was months before it felt like something big." "I am not anyone special." What would you tell that woman who has or is experiencing domestic abuse? Value yourself. Get safe. Get to healing together. "You have to do something big enough that it will change the way that you see yourself." What has your story gifted you? In knowing myself. "You cannot do anything for anyone else until you have that." Writing your story. "Truly exploring and writing your own story down, it will change and expand what you can do for the world and what you have to offer." 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Cara Brookins is the author of "Rise: How a House Built a Family", a memoir about escaping domestic violence with her four children and building a 3,500 square foot home from the ground up with their own hands. Rise is a 2017 Indy Next Pick and selected for Barnes & Noble’s What We’re Reading which includes front-of-store placement. She is also a keynote speaker, hosts a weekly podcast with Macmillan called Raise My Roof, and is a fiction writer with seven published novels. theashcarroll.com

  PODCAST: Meet the bestselling author and global sensation Cara Brookins, author of Rise: How a House Built a Family… and hear another perspective on their story from Cara’s oldest daughter Hope!

To help overcome the domestic abuse all around them, Little Rock-based author, mother, and inspirational speaker Cara Brookins and her four kids decided to rebuild their family by building a 3500-square-foot, five-bedroom house...on their own. With what money they had she bought the construction supplies and an acre of land and got to work. After successfully building a house with her children, Brookins wrote a memoir of her experience titled "Rise: How a House Built a Family". Since the book's January release it has been an Indy Next Pick and a Barnes and Noble front-of-the-store selection for "What We're Reading," and Brookins has been featured in several magazines, started her own Macmillan podcast, and traveled the country and the world as an inspirational speaker. Hear all about Cara Brookins and her whirlwind success story as she joins host Matt DeCample in the Radio CALS studio for the latest edition of Primary Sources.

Matt DeCample has a conversation with Cara Brookins, author of "Rise: How a House Built a Family", a memoir about a series of traumatic events that led Brookins and her four children to build a 3,500-square-foot home from the ground up. Brookins will appear at the 2017 Arkansas Literary Festival. For more information, visit www.arkansasliteraryfestival.org.

Hope Brookins, millennial entrepreneur and thought leader in event based social media and PR, shares personal branding advice for Millennials. Learn the 3 social media branding Do's and Don'ts and find out why every Millennial should have their own business even if it is just a 'side hustle.' Hear how Hope's perspective changed when she and her family built their home with their own hands. From dragging water from the neighbors pond to mixing the home's foundation, the unusual decision to build their own home was empowering for the whole family (Stay tuned for Hope's mom's book "Rise: How a house built a family" out in the Fall of 2016) About Hope: Hope Brookins is a female millennial entrepreneur and a thought leader in event based social media. By the time she was 19, Hope had planned events for a former President of the United States, 14 United States Congressmen, and countless politicians across the country. Now at only 25 years old Hope owns her own company that provides social media and event consulting for corporations and creative entrepreneurs who want to maximize their online presence with social media.  Learn more about Hope on her website www.hopebrookins.com and receive a 25% discount off consulting calls listed on the site. (First 10 callers who sign up)  You can follow her on facebook, instagram or twitter @HopeBrookins