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A Story for Ukraine by Teri Brown | Episode 30
June 13, 2022

A Story for Ukraine by Teri Brown | Episode 30

Teri M Brown came into this world with an imagination full of stories to tell. She now calls the North Carolina coast home, and the peaceful nature of the sea has been a great source of inspiration for her creativity. Chapters: 00:00:00 An intro to Teri Brown 00:02:33 How did writing Ukraine Story Started 00:06:57 Every book purchased helps 00:15:52 Love, Empathy, and Understanding 00:18:21 Year 2014 00:19:51 The Rebel 00:29:16 Historical Fiction 00:34:06 Methodology of finding Ukraine history 0...
Bestsellingbook.com Founder, Vikrant Shurya | Writer's Workshop | Episode 29
June 8, 2022

Bestsellingbook.com Founder, Vikrant Shurya | Writer's Workshop | Episode 29

Vikrant Shaurya is the CEO and Founder of BestsellingBook.com. He's also the author of two #1 bestsellers: P.O.W.E.R: The Success Mantra, and How to Write a Bestseller: Become a Bestselling Author, Attract High-Value Clients, and Skyrocket Your Authority. 0:00 An intro to Vikrant Shaurya 00:02:14 Vikrant Shaurya's background 00:09:42 How Bestsellingbook.com started 00:14:20 Website get incorporated 00:17:10 Become the best selling author 00:23:10 Low content books 00:25:40 Perfect promotions 00:...
The Math Kids Series with Dave Cole | Summer Reading for Kids | Episode 28
June 6, 2022

The Math Kids Series with Dave Cole | Summer Reading for Kids | Episode 28

David Cole has been interested in math since he was a very young boy. He pursued degrees in math and computer science and has shared this love of math at many levels, including teaching at the college level, coaching elementary math teams, and running a summer math camp. He also has a love of writing and has written a number of plays that have been performed. Chapters: 00:00:00 An intro to Dave Cole 00:01:20 The Math Kids 00:02:40 Dave Cole's background 00:06:46 Practical Math in life 00...
Figure Out Who You Are with Dr. Naeema Olantunji | Mental Health Awareness Series | Episode 26
May 27, 2022

Figure Out Who You Are with Dr. Naeema Olantunji | Mental Health Awareness Series | Episode 26

Dr. Naeema Olatunji is a chiropractor, mom, business owner, and host of Elevate NOW! She champions women to pursue their passions with practical advice, resources, and more. Dr. Naeema is on a mission to create a community of women actively chasing after their dreams. Today she is going to tell us about her racial trauma. 00:00:00 An intro Dr. Naeema Olatunji 00:02:34 Dr. Naeema's Childhood Background 00:10:07 Siblings Relationships 00:11:27 Connection with people 00:17:20 Olatunji 00:19:0...
7 Steps to Attain Peace, Joy and Abundance | Mental Health Awareness | Episode 25
May 24, 2022

7 Steps to Attain Peace, Joy and Abundance | Mental Health Awareness | Episode 25

D. Neil Elliot was depressed, anxious, and fearful. Searching desperately for a sliver of hope, a reason to keep going, he found a Higher Road. More accurately, it found him and as he traveled that road, he discovered a seven-step process that transformed his life. 00:00:00 An intro to D. Neil Elliot 00:04:30 A Higher Road 00:05:38 Neil's Life Overview 00:10:24 Depression 00:14:33 Sign of depression 00:16:19 Suicidal Thoughts 00:22:44 Externalities 00:34:46 7 Steps of Process 00:54:43 Wrapping U...
The Invisible Filter with Rohit Gupta | Mental Health Awareness | Episode 24
May 22, 2022

The Invisible Filter with Rohit Gupta | Mental Health Awareness | Episode 24

Rohit Gupta was a venture capital investor. He is a nationally ranked speech and debater, skydiver, and passionate vegan. After reading 100 books in the last three years, he wrote The Invisible Filter as a guide to help others recognize and change their mental models to have more fulfilling, healthier lives. 00:00:00 An intro to Rohit Gupta 00:01:21 Rohit Gupta Different Careers 00:03:56 Careers transition 00:05:45 Covid did a lot 00:12:22 A factor to write a book 00:28:40 Rohit's book r...
Abortion, PTSD with Kelsey Walker | Mental Health Awareness Series | Episode 23
May 13, 2022

Abortion, PTSD with Kelsey Walker | Mental Health Awareness Series | Episode 23

Kelsey Walker started out her life in Kansas City before moving to Chicago with her family. The city formed her passion for women’s rights and nonprofit missions. She has since worked for nonprofits for the last 11 years, making her start doing search and rescue in New Mexico and climbing her way to become a Chief Development Officer. 00:00:00 An intro to Kelsey Walker 00:01:10 A book and the situation (Abortion) 00:12:29 Rules and laws of abortion 00:22:45 Women named "Anna" 00:25:32 Patriarcha...
Discovering Plans For Your Life with Janice Liggins | Mental Health Awareness Month | Episode 22
May 10, 2022

Discovering Plans For Your Life with Janice Liggins | Mental Health Awareness Month | Episode 22

Janice Hatcher Liggins is an author, civic leader, entrepreneur, and founder of a nonprofit, TV show host, intercessor, mother, granny, and most importantly, a child of the Most High God. 00:00:00 An intro to Janice Liggins 00:04:27 Books help people who experiencing Mental health issues 00:08:25 Science and logic believers 00:16:44 Joy and Happiness 00:27:33 E.G.O 00:28:58 Describing purpose 00:38:18 Fasting gives people clarity 00:51:44 7 Steps 00:58:10 Doing Mental health month reasons 01:05:...
Kimberly Ann Bell, Abandonment and Sexual Trauma | Mental Health Awareness Month | Episode 21
May 8, 2022

Kimberly Ann Bell, Abandonment and Sexual Trauma | Mental Health Awareness Month | Episode 21

Kimberly Anne Bell is a passionate speaker who uses her personal life struggles as a fountain of inspiration, empowerment, and insight into the realities that many people face today. 00:00:00 An intro to Kimberly Ann Bell 00:02:20 Kimberly Bell State of mind Today 00:03:17 Kimberly Ann Bell Story 00:13:37 Living with Aunt Family 00:18:42 How did Kimberly's other siblings live 00:24:18 What happened after a year 00:30:38 How Kimberly feeling doing a teenager life 00:34:20 Process of Healing 00:44...
May Overview | Mental Health Awareness Month | Episode 20
May 5, 2022

May Overview | Mental Health Awareness Month | Episode 20

00:00:00 An intro to May overview 00:01:00 Mental Health 00:02:40 Thanks to Outspoken People 00:04:50 Mental Health Issues 00:06:14 NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) 00:09:19 NAMI Contact Information Pre-order NAMI's book, You Are Not Alone https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Publications-Reports/You-Are-Not-Alone Call the NAMI Help Line at 800-950-6264 or chat with us M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. In a crisis, text "NAMI" to 741741 for 24/7, confidential, free crisis counseling. Links...
Graduation Day Author, Flobo Boyce | Advice for Graduates | Writer's Workshop | Episode 19
April 29, 2022

Graduation Day Author, Flobo Boyce | Advice for Graduates | Writer's Workshop | Episode 19

Flobo Boyce is the author of Graduation Day, Life Lessons from the Real World. He shares his great roller coaster experience that will give Inspiration to all upcoming 2022 graduates. 00:00:00 An intro to Flobo Boyce 00:01:00 Flobo Boyce's opinion after school experience 00:02:25 Inspiration to write a book 00:11:45 The Great Roller Coaster 00:15:00 Advice for College Graduate with roller coaster experience 00:16:35 Rise and fall and rise Chapter 00:20:40 Golden Job an...
Author and Writing Critique Group Co-Founder, Kathy Nichols | Writer's Workshop | Episode 18
April 27, 2022

Author and Writing Critique Group Co-Founder, Kathy Nichols | Writer's Workshop | Episode 18

Kathy Nichols is a co-founder of a writer's critique group and author of two books. Find out more about her writer's journey. 00:00:00 An introduction to Kathy Nichols 00:01:45 The Sometime Sister 00:04:49 Debut writer complex choices 00:07:22 Who is Kathy Nichols before 00:09:58 The Unreliables 00:13:39 Newest book 00:16:26 Path of creativity 00:18:18 How Kathy explain the desire of the characters 00:20:15 Writer's Critique group 00:27:54 Wrapping up Kathy Nichols’ Links Website: https://kathy-...
Second International Guest, Lauca, Shares Writing Details | Writer's Workshop | Episode 17
April 22, 2022

Second International Guest, Lauca, Shares Writing Details | Writer's Workshop | Episode 17

Lauca is our second international author guest who wrote “Returning East” a historical fiction, her debut novel. Lauca started to write letters and evolved in writing poems and later in stories about life in the countries she lived in. Chapters: 00:00:00 An intro to Lauca 00:01:52 Lauca's professions before she inspired to get in to writers journey and write her first book 00:05:12 Pursuing writing 00:06:40 Returning East a historical novel 00:07:18 Why did Lauca choose histo...
Historical Fiction, Award-Winning Writer and Book Coach, Kathy Otten | Writers Workshop | Episode 16
April 18, 2022

Historical Fiction, Award-Winning Writer and Book Coach, Kathy Otten | Writers Workshop | Episode 16

Kathy is the published author of multiple historical romance novels and short stories. Her Civil War romance novel, A Place in Your Heart, was a 2016 RWA Northwest Houston Chapter, Lone Star Winner, and her western novel Lost Hearts, was a 2008 Utah/Salt Lake RWA Hearts of the West finalist. Kathy is a certified book coach through Author Accelerator and has recently begun helping clients meet their writing goals. She also teaches classes on writing online and at conferences. www.facebook.com/ka...
Grammy Award winning producer turned Author, Rick Bleiweiss | Writer's Workshop | Episode  15
April 11, 2022

Grammy Award winning producer turned Author, Rick Bleiweiss | Writer's Workshop | Episode 15

Rick Bleiweiss is The award-winning author of the historical fiction mystery novel Pignon Scorbion & the Barbershop Detectives and other books and stories, and the host of Chapter & Verse a YouTube video show with bestselling authors talking about their books and writing. #historicalfiction #writer #music Chapters: 00:00:00 An intro to Rick Bleiweiss 00:02:38 How Rick Bleiweiss went from a rocker to music executive 00:10:43 How did Rick get into book publishing? 00:15:25 Road to ...
Inaugural Brunch Book Review w/Kent Dangerr
April 3, 2022

Inaugural Brunch Book Review w/Kent Dangerr

Check out my inaugural Brunch Book Review with @kentdangerr ! We talk about the biography of @chicagobulls and @uncchapelhill Michael Jordan and @louisvuitton @off____white Virgil Abloh! #michaeljordan #virgilabloh #basketball
Published Teen Author, Sarah Humphereys - Episode 14
March 25, 2022

Published Teen Author, Sarah Humphereys - Episode 14

Sarah Humphereys is a 16-year-old die-hard anime nerd with a book for a soul. She memorized the How to Train Your Dragon fandom page, so she's an expert at spouting out useless information about dragon classes and shot counts. She wrote her first book after attending a writer's workshop and getting a publishing deal! Guest Links: Web: https://www.sarahhumpherys.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarah.humpherys Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_fantasy_author/ 00:00:00 An intro t...
First International Guest, Author Jude Calvert-Toulmin - Episode 13
March 18, 2022

First International Guest, Author Jude Calvert-Toulmin - Episode 13

Jude Calvert-Toulmin graduated from Manchester Polytechnic Film School with a BA (Hons) in Film & TV Production. She has worked as a photo-journalist for the music and climbing press, exhibited her portrait photographs at London's Mall Galleries and started writing novels in 2005. She won prime-time Channel 4 cooking show Come Dine With Me and was runner-up in Come Dine Champion of Champions. A mother of three and a grandmother, she lives with her husband and menagerie of pets in Sheffield, on t...
Attorney Turned Author, Reyna Marder Gentin - Episode 12
March 11, 2022

Attorney Turned Author, Reyna Marder Gentin - Episode 12

Reyna Marder Gentin grew up in Great Neck, New York. She attended college and law school at Yale. For many years, she practiced as an appellate attorney with a public defender's office before turning to writing full time. Reyna has studied at the Writing Institute at Sarah Lawrence College, and her work has been published widely online and in print. Her debut novel, a romantic legal thriller entitled UNREASONABLE DOUBTS, was named a finalist for the Women's Fiction Writers Association Star Award...
Banned Books with Francisca Goldsmith - Episode 11
Feb. 25, 2022

Banned Books with Francisca Goldsmith - Episode 11

The history of banned books dates back over 2300 years and has included legal proscription, moral edict, and, especially during war, burning of material; some religions dedicate bureaucracy to minding ban-able publications, such as the RC Index Librorum Prohibitorum; both western and eastern governments have practiced adjudicated banning efforts ranging from specific titles that have been “tried” judicially (Lady Chatterley's Lover in England for example) to sweeping expungement of ideas publish...
Type 2 Diabetes Reverser, Vernon Davis - Episode 10
Feb. 18, 2022

Type 2 Diabetes Reverser, Vernon Davis - Episode 10

Introducing the Bookaholics Podcast, a safe place for reading junkies who obsess over books, authors, bookstores, book news, and book trivia. You’re invited to nerd-out with book reviews, author interviews, our habit, and other bookish things. 00:02:02 An intro to Vernon. 00:05:22 Habits, behaviors, and environment. 00:11:45 A surprising diagnosis. 00:22:13 The effects of COVID-19. 00:30:37 Meal preparation, from grocery store to table. 00:34:56 The effects on family. 00:39:40 The benefi...
Jaki Shelton Green, NC Poet Laureate - Episode 9
Feb. 14, 2022

Jaki Shelton Green, NC Poet Laureate - Episode 9

Bookaholics Podcast presents and celebrates Black History Month with Poet Laureate, Jaki Shelton Green. Let's remind ourselves about how important our ancestors' contributions are and discuss how we see the ordinariness of poetry. 00:00:45 Introducing Jaki Shelton Green. 00:06:23 Poetry 00:08:49 Things that turn my light on. 00:13:50 Who is Jaki Shelton Green? 00:17:53 How Jaki Shelton became a Poet 00:22:23 Poet Laureate 00:28:20 Described Po...
2022 Reading Challenge! - Episode 8
Jan. 19, 2022

2022 Reading Challenge! - Episode 8

#newyear #books #readingchallenge Description: Introducing the Bookaholics Podcast, a safe place for reading junkies who obsess over books, authors, bookstores, book news, and book trivia. You’re invited to nerd-out with book reviews, author interviews, our habit, and other bookish things. 00:02:11 Diverse Spines shout out. 00:04:23 Bookaholic Reading Challenge for 2022. 00:08:07 Poetry. 00:09:47 Audiobooks. 00:11:41 How many books I'm planning on reading. 00:14:39 What I'm reading for J...
Trusting The Currents - Episode 7
Dec. 17, 2021

Trusting The Currents - Episode 7

Lynnda Pollio author of Trusting The Currents Lynnda is an Empathic Consultant and award-winning author, supporting people who are working their way through major transformations in their lives and seek to use it as an opportunity for growth and to connect more deeply and truthfully with themselves. Guest Links: Website: https://lynndapollio.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LynndaPollioAuthor Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynndapollio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynndapollio/ Good...