Good Faith Idea Exchange: Recent Episodes
Tyrone Thomas
Just a regular joe who wanted to create a calm, peaceful environment where people from different backgrounds culturally, politically, etc. can have deep, sometimes difficult conversations without cutting one another off, yelling over one another, or other rudeness. Also, interviews with movers and shakers of various industries are highlighted to inform and entertain.
Today's episode is the continuation of my conversation with author and keynote speaker, Chris Clews. Having spoken to companies such as VISA and DHL, and universities such as University of Florida and UPenn Medicine, Chris is in demand for what he has to say.
Today we delve more into cinema; what gave films from the '80s their edge and how do they compare with the movies of today? We talk about the rise of Marvel, Hollywood's obsession with hard and soft reboots of '80s classics and much more.
If you would like to know more about Chris, feel free to check out his website:
https://chrisclews.com
Chris is also on Twitter @80spopculture
His books, "What '80s Pop Culture Teaches Us About Today's Workplace (Volumes 1 & 2)" and "Raised On The '80s" are available on Amazon and in most bookstores.
Today's episode is the continuation of my conversation with author and keynote speaker, Chris Clews. Having spoken to companies such as VISA and DHL, and universities such as University of Florida and UPenn Medicine, Chris is in demand for what he has to say.
Today we get deeper into how '80s pop culture, particularly the movies, music, and characters that defined the decade can teach us so much about leadership, communications, teamwork, and more in both our professional and personal lives.
For today's episode, I sat down with author and keynote speaker, Chris Clews. Having spoken to companies such as VISA and DHL, and universities such as University of Florida and UPenn Medicine, Chris is in demand for what he has to say.
Chris talks about how '80s pop culture, particularly the movies, music, and characters that defined the decade can teach us so much about leadership, communications, teamwork, and more in both our professional and personal lives.
Today's episode is a special one. This episode will break the normal Sunday release cycle and go live this Thursday (6/29). I sat down with friends and fellow ex-submariners, Tyler Carrigan and Aaron DesJardins again to talk about the tragedy of the lost Titan sub. We each served on the same US Navy submarine together and approach this topic with a legitimate knowledge and incite you will not find in most places.
Just a heads up, be prepared for a little adult language here.
This is the second and final part of my talk with Elora Maxwell. We got deeper into the pros and cons between traditional and self-publishing, along with some unique and sound advice for aspiring authors. Her debut novel, which comes out July 26th, deals with the sinking of the SS Andrea Doria and events surrounding this fateful night. It remains among the most terrible of catastrophes in the water and is rarely, if ever taught in schools.
For today's episode, I'm sitting down with Elora Maxwell. She's a first-time author with plenty to say about books and the publishing industry in general. Her debut novel, which comes out July 26th, deals with the sinking of the SS Andrea Doria and events surrounding this fateful night. It remains among the most terrible of catastrophes in the water and is rarely, if ever taught in schools. Her book and the story behind it are so unique and impressive, I had to have her on. Her advice to aspiring authors and those seeking inspiration is also outside the norm and worth a listen.
Flashback: Now more than ever, it is important that we prepare ourselves for unforeseen dangers that could arise. That's where Tina Ginn comes in. She assists in preparing clients for unexpected emergencies, so their lives are impacted as little as possible. She is the developer of the 'Your Backup Plan' app and hosts a podcast by the same name. Also of note, the interview itself is from July.
The "Your Backup Plan" app is available at: www.yourbackupplan.ca
The "Your Backup Plan" Podcast is available at: yourbackupplanapp.buzzsprout.com
For this flashback from Season 1, I sat down with Tyrone Smith, Director of Employment & Housing for Operation Standown. OSD is a statewide agency that assists veterans in need of assistance, especially in the areas of housing and employment.
Operation Standown services Rhode Island, Southern Massachusetts and Eastern Connecticut. However, if you are not in this area and need assistance, please reach out to him regardless. If Mr. Smith and O.S.D. cannot help you, they will point you to someone who can.
Email: TyroneSmith@osdri.org
Phone: (401) 383-4730
* Times being what they are, email may net you a faster response.
For this flashback episode, I sat down with Leiza O'Neil of Howard University's School of Medicine. She is a professional with nearly thirty years of experience. She is planning to release a book titled, "The Nuances of Medical School," in which she provides an honest and in-depth look at medical school. The sorts of things you won't find through a simple web search.
She is looking to educate our next generation of aspiring medical professionals and better prepare them for the challenges they may face and resources they may not have known were available to help them succeed.
For this flashback episode, Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Liner is back, but two others are added to the conversation this time. This episode is an open, honest conversation about relationships and dating in the present day from multiple perspectives.
This flashback episode goes back to season one, when I reached out across the pond to talk to Hannah Lemon. Hannah is a graduate of Saint Andrews University and works for Edinburgh University in the field of wildlife biology in the U.K. Our talk touched on areas from her current work in the field, to modern conservation efforts, to climate change. This episode was not very political in nature, but more based around science.
For this flashback episode, we go back to season 2, when I sat down with Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Andrea Liner, to talk about dating and relationships in today’s world. What makes a healthy relationship today? What are some red flags to watch out for? And how can we recognize certain patterns we find ourselves drawn to in relationships? All this and more are discussed. Give it a listen.
For this flashback episode went back to when I sat down with Beth Rondeau-Deacon. Beth has been teaching mathematics for nearly 30 years. Some of that time was spent teaching prisoners in a maximum security penitentiary. She wrote a book about these and more incredible experiences, titled, "7 Doors In." It has been a very successful read, currently optioned to be made into a feature film.
Today’s flashback episode is from back in Season One. I sat down with the Owner of Bonvoyage_Babes travel blog, Tatum Skipper. Tatum amassed an impressive social media presence in a rather short amount of time, with over 30,000 Instagram followers and counting. She’s been using her growing influence to make a positive difference in people's lives through travel, focusing on helping people overcome their greatest fears and challenges, she is changing the way we think of travel.
Tatum can be reached via Instagram: @bonvoyage_babes
Also, Tatum has a podcast titled, 20 Till Takeoff, where she chats with people who have overcome adversity and changed their lives through travel. Available on Apple, Google, Pandora, etc.
Today's flashback episode takes us way back to season one, when I was honored to sit down with Dr. William Unger for a conversation about PTSD and similar trauma. Dr. Unger works for the Providence VA Health Care System in the Trauma Recovery Service. He's worked there for 32 years. He's also a VA consultant and trainer for Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Psychotherapy for PTSD and an Associate Clinical Professor at Brown University.
Dr. Unger has also served as the PTSD Clinic Clinical Director for 8 years and as the Chief of the PTSD Clinic for 16 years.
If you'd like to reach Dr. Unger, please try email:
william.unger1@gmail.com
For today's flashback episode, we go back to when I was joined again by Professor Gobeille of the University of Rhode Island to talk more things physics. This time we covered nuclear energy. Is it safe? Is it dangerous? If a nuclear power plant were attacked with conventional weapons, would we be safe? Also, what is radiation? What is nuclear radiation? These terms tend to evoke fear from many and I think it's time we clear the air about what these things are and what they are not.
Today's episode was the final in my three-part series with Rev. Dr. Hall. This time we got into a rather hot button topic, how the LGBTQ community factors into the Church and how this community is viewed within much of the Christian faith, and the effects these views have had on this community. Further, we went in pretty deep talking about where the Church really stands today in terms of its relevancy and where the Bible stands. It's an inciteful, sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking conversation. Give it a listen.
If you'd like to learn more about Rev. Dr. Hall, his story, his book, or about his perspectives on Christianity and the Bible in general, please visit: https://revjeremyhall.com
For today's episode, I am continuing my conversation with Rev. Dr. Hall, and it was interesting to say the least. We talked more about where the Church fits into today's complex world, Christian ethics and cultural issues, and how it all fits together.
I want to reiterate, in no way am I attempting to influence or change one's way of thinking here, but episodes like this are what this podcast is all about, sharing different, challenging ideas, in good faith without rudeness or judgment.
If you'd like to learn more about Rev. Dr. Hall, his story, his book, or about his perspectives on Christianity and the Bible in general, please visit: https://revjeremyhall.com
For today's episode, the podcast is tackling one of the few remaining important, yet sensitive topics we've yet to cover...religion. And in today's episode we're talking particularly about Christianity and the Bible. We talked about where the Church fits into today's complex world, Christian ethics and cultural issues, and how it all fits together.
I have to say, this interview became more of an organic conversation as we talked and Rev. Dr. Hall was far different than I expected him to be in such a great way. This is merely part one of our interview. It's just the tip of the iceberg.
If you'd like to learn more about Rev. Dr. Hall, his story, his book, or about his perspectives on Christianity and the Bible in general, please visit: https://revjeremyhall.com
For this flashback episode, I sat down with England’s Dr. Fairoz Fayaz. She is a family physician with over 25 years experience in medicine. She stepped away from the hospitals to help more people in a direct, boots on ground initiative.
Her passion is to help her clients fight against chronic conditions and infections and she’s here to teach us a bit more about than we thought we knew.
Find her on Facebook by searching Fairoz Fayaz or on her website @ http://www.drfairozfayaz.com
In today's episode, I sat down with Assistant Principal Rich Norris of 360 High School in Providence, RI. This is more of a look back at when COVID was near its peak and the challenges, changes, and effects it had on our education system through the eyes of a high-ranking, experienced professional.
Rich also is very active in the community, with several positive initiatives he continues to make a difference with. These initiatives, such as the Gentleman's Academy and Black Girl Magic he talks about during the episode.
If you would like to get in touch with Mr. Norris, you can reach him via email:
Richlieu.Norris@ppsd.org
Also, you can find The Gentleman's Academy online @:
https://gacademy.org
Lastly, 360 High School can be found on Instagram:
@360highschool
This episode was an honest, raw conversation about our two-party system. At this point, is it doing more harm than good? We also covered social media and 24-hour cable news networks. Again, honest talks like this are why I started the podcast. It's important we can talk to people who don't see eye to eye with us on difficult topics without judgement or rudeness. There's enough of that going around these days. It's more than a little sad that the content we covered here is no less relevant now than it was when we had this conversation.
Today's episode is a flashback to when I pulled back the veil and talked about why I started this podcast and more importantly, my philosophy behind it. It's a quick listen. Give it a few minutes of your time.
For today's episode, I sat down with Michelle Steiner. Michelle was born with a learning disability called Math Dyscalculia. It severely impacts her ability to do math, as well as affecting her hand dexterity, and her visual perception. Many have heard of dyslexia, while few are familiar with this.
Michelle's goal is to spread the word about learning disabilities, especially this one in particular. She also wishes to share her story of triumph and success in the face of this challenging disability.
If you would like to know more about Michelle or about Math Dyscalculia:
Check out her blog, Michelle's Mission - https://michellesmission.blog/
Or find her on Instagram: @steiner7250
For today's episode, I sat down with Alyssa Chavez. Alyssa struggled for years with endometriosis and infertility. She dealt with intense pain, physically, mentally, and emotionally. She endured surgeries and countless rounds of IVF. Eventually, she took those experiences and dug deep into the holistic world. She began to heal herself naturally. Today she has her own practice, helping women dive deep into their own health through nutrition and gut healing protocols to get to the root of their symptoms.
Alyssa can be found on Instagram @whole.woman.wellness
Also, feel free to check out her website: https://www.wholewomanwellness.net
Today's episode concludes my conversation with business leader, motivational speaker, and self-described "serial entrepreneur with ADHD", Jennifer Potter. Today's focus was about overcoming the chaos in our lives to attain both the personal and professional goals that always seem to be a bit out of reach.
Jennifer can be found on Instagram @jen_liveyourbestlife
Or simply email jen@epic47.com
Today's episode continues my conversation with business leader, motivational speaker, and self-described "serial entrepreneur with ADHD", Jennifer Potter. We talked about dealing with past trauma no matter how difficult, and understanding our very mortality, a subject many prefer to avoid, in order to better understand ourselves and achieve success and happiness in the present.
Jennifer can be found on Instagram @jen_liveyourbestlife
Or simply email jen@epic47.com
For New Year's Day, please enjoy the conclusion of my two-parter with Prof. Landes. I strongly recommend you guys listen to this one. He tackles the rise of social media, algorithms, mass media motives, China’s tech “Great Wall,” the importance of different perspectives, and much more.
This episode was tied for the most downloaded of last season and for good reason.
For this special Christmas episode, please enjoy one of the most downloaded interviews from last season. I sat down with Professor Stephen Landes from the University of Rhode Island to talk about media. Mass media, social media and other forms of this communication and the effects it has had on our society and culture from both a historical standpoint and in the present.
For today's episode, I sat down with business leader, motivational speaker, and self-described "serial entrepreneur with ADHD", Jennifer Potter. Jennifer focuses on teaching others not to become a statistic of their environment.
She overcame a difficult childhood and aims to inspire others to become the best version of themselves. We talk about dealing with trauma and overcoming past and present challenges, no matter how difficult, no matter how seemingly impossible to achieve success and happiness in the present.
Jennifer can be found on Instagram @jen_liveyourbestlife
Or simply email jen@epic47.com
Today's episode deals with fighting against our tendency to want to please others. Why is it so hard to say no sometimes? And what do we do if we or someone we know is suffering from burnout? I sat down with Dr. Puja Aggarwal to talk about this. Dr. Aggarwal has been on the show before and is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Epileptologist. She is also a Certified Burnout and Growth Mindset Expert. Back in season 3 we talked neurological disorders. As a busy physician with a family, Dr. Aggarwal hired a mindset expert to help her years ago. Now she helps busy professionals struggling to keep up with it all. Dr. Aggarwal received her MD (Medical Doctor) degree from Northeastern Ohio Medical University. She completed her residency in Neurology at Ohio State University and a fellowship at Cornell University New York Presbyterian Hospital in Epilepsy.
If you would like to reach out to Dr. Aggarwal, you can find her online at:
https://www.zenfulbrain.com
You can also find her on Instagram @zenfulbrainofficial
Disclaimer: The information including but not limited to the audio from this podcast episode and text contained within the episode notes and on the Good Faith Idea Exchange website is for informational purposes only. The aforementioned material is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new healthcare regimen.
Today's episode deals with fighting against our tendency to want to please others. Why is it so hard to say no sometimes? And what do we do if we or someone we know is suffering from burnout? I sat down with Dr. Puja Aggarwal to talk about this. Dr. Aggarwal has been on the show before and is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Epileptologist. She is also a Certified Burnout and Growth Mindset Expert. Back in season 3 we talked neurological disorders. As a busy physician with a family, Dr. Aggarwal hired a mindset expert to help her years ago. Now she helps busy professionals struggling to keep up with it all. Dr. Aggarwal received her MD (Medical Doctor) degree from Northeastern Ohio Medical University. She completed her residency in Neurology at Ohio State University and a fellowship at Cornell University New York Presbyterian Hospital in Epilepsy.
If you would like to reach out to Dr. Aggarwal, you can find her online at:
https://www.zenfulbrain.com
Disclaimer: The information including but not limited to the audio from this podcast episode and text contained within the episode notes and on the Good Faith Idea Exchange website is for informational purposes only. The aforementioned material is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new healthcare regimen.
Are you, or anyone you know suffering from severe lower back pain? If the answer is yes to any of that, you'll want to hear this episode. I reached out internationally to talk to Colin MacGregor from the U.K. Colin has over 25 years of experience in the strength and rehabilitation industry and has helped hundreds reduce their chronic lower back pain/sciatica and return to a life of normality. He designed a 21 day program designed to help those in pain begin to recover quickly without surgery.
This episode focuses on Colin's program and how to begin to recover from such debilitating pain naturally.
If you would like to learn more about Colin and his program, please visit https://www.bashbackpain.com
Are you, or anyone you know suffering from severe lower back pain? If the answer is yes to any of that, you'll want to hear this episode. I reached out internationally to talk to Colin MacGregor from the U.K. Colin has over 25 years of experience in the strength and rehabilitation industry and has helped hundreds reduce their chronic lower back pain/sciatica and return to a life of normality. He designed a 21 day program designed to help those in pain begin to recover quickly without surgery.
This episode focuses on Colin's own story of his past struggles with a lower back disc herniation and the resulting sciatica that followed and how he overcame this to find a normal, pain-free life once more. Part 2, next week, will focus on Colin's program and how to begin to recover from such debilitating pain naturally.
If you would like to learn more about Colin and his program, please visit https://www.bashbackpain.com
Last month, President Biden issued a pardon for marijuana convictions at the federal level. In the immediate wake of the midterm elections, I felt this a great time to revisit this stunning development and have an honest conversation about it with others who might not see things the same as I. No doubt this helped to create the environment for such a hotly contested midterm election landscape.
Diversity in casting in movies and television has become quite the hot button topic over the past few years. The subject has been given new life amid the controversies surrounding the live-action, Little Mermaid movie and the Lord of the Rings series on Amazon. Today I'm talking with Tyler and DJ about why this has become such a talking point in society lately and share our opinions.
Today's episode is the second and final part of my conversation with Tyler and DJ from the Pours & Pixels Podcast. We had a very raw, honest conversation about video games in 2022, what games had the greatest impact on the industry over the past 25 years and what trend represents the greatest challenge to players today.
For this episode, I sat down with old friends of the show Tyler Carrigan and Aaron DesJardins to talk about their podcast they recently started called Pours & Pixels. In it they're having unscripted conversations with not just industry heavyweights such those behind Fallout 76 or Halo Infinite, but Indie Developers as well. They're already beginning to make waves in the industry, it's quite impressive. Pours & Pixels can be found wherever you listen to podcasts.
For today's episode, I reached out to Rome, Italy to talk to Barbara Sbrocca. Barbara is the creator of the "Baci Sospesi" international art project. It is a sculpture and audio-portraits concept about the human transformative moments that come from love, separation and other experiences in our romantic relationships.
A former director in the world of advertising, Barbara later became a prominent artist, whose work has been exhibited in numerous solo and group shows as well as being featured in prestigious Italian art magazines, such as Inside Art and Sofa.
To learn more about Barbara and other international projects she is undertaking, please visit, https://sbrocca.com
For the first episode of the new season, I sat down with Jackie Fowler-Lewis. Jackie was in the foster care system until he was 16 years old. His foster mother was told he'd end up in jail or dead. Fast forward to today, Jackie donates his time as a public speaker and writer helping at-risk youths break the cycles they may come from and grow and find success. He has raised over $27,000 for charity, has a family whom he's devoted, and has 4 books to his name.
If you would like to learn more about Jackie, please visit:
https://thejackielewis.com
After a summer hiatus, the Good Faith Idea Exchange is back for Season 4, with new episodes every Sunday beginning October 9th, our biggest and best yet. More interviews with people making a difference in our communities, and more raw, honest conversations about the heaviest topics in the news today from people with differing opinions, without the judgement and disrespect all over the media. Available on Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and everywhere else you listen.
Music by FASSounds via Pixabay.com
This episode is for everyone. If you're a servicemember or vet, give this a listen. If you're not, please listen too. For this first episode of the new season, I got to sit down with Tyler C. and Marland C., both themselves veterans. We're all just talking about Memorial Day, what it means to us, and what it means to America, as we share some stories, laughs and sentiment.
This is a totally unscripted, raw conversation about something very important to each of us. Give it a listen and let it resonate. Then use our words from this episode to go out and do a little more this year than simply thank someone for their service.
Flashback Episode Today's episode is the conclusion of our two-part special about race in America in 2021. This episode will be much different than part one. This is a very different perspective on this difficult topic, which you will realize early on. I presented this topic in a two-parter to highlight these differences in opinion. Still, episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast. A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.
Flashback Episode Today's episode is the first of a two-part special about race in America in 2021. It's an honest conversation between two people of different backgrounds expressing where we are as a country concerning this sobering topic. Episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast. A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.
The Narragansett Tribal Farm is a major initiative of the Narragansett Indian Tribe and is poised to provide substantial benefits not only to the rest of the tribe, but to much of the local Rhode Island community as well. Steve Smith is the primary point of contact for the fast-growing farm and we talked about some of these benefits, as well as a little of the history of the farm and what the future holds.
This is the conclusion of my conversation with Emilee Mae. Emilee is a writer, editor and yoga instructor based out of Central Minnesota. She is Editor-in-Chief of a lifestyle magazine called Lake Country Journal and will publish her first narrative nonfiction book later this year about traveling solo, mental health and navigating her twenties. Emilee is also the co-owner of an apparel brand, Outfit My Life, an outdoor brand of which proceeds from its sales go to mental health initiatives.
Emilee is very active in providing support and inspiration to others, whether through her writing or boots on ground assistance to those who really need it, both nationally and internationally.
Blog: writerlyfe.com
Magazine: lakecountryjournal.com
Business: outfitmylife.com
For today's episode I sat down with Emilee Mae. Emilee is a writer, editor and yoga instructor based out of Central Minnesota. She is Editor-in-Chief of a lifestyle magazine called Lake Country Journaland will publish her first narrative nonfiction book later this year about traveling solo, mental health and navigating her twenties. Emilee is also the co-owner of an apparel brand, Outfit My Life, an outdoor brand of which proceeds from its sales go to mental health initiatives.
Emilee is very active in providing support and inspiration to others, whether through her writing or boots on ground assistance to those who really need it, both nationally and internationally.
For today's episode, I talked to Transformative Life-Coach, Christy Simmons. Christy has faced certain challenges in her life that many of us would hope to never have to deal with. She grew from the pain of these traumatic experiences and eventually changed her whole outlook on life. She is now a Transformative Life-Coach and Motivational Speaker. She devotes much of her time to helping others and owns her own business. Take a few minutes to hear her story.
For today's episode I am joined again by Professor Gobeille to talk more things physics. This time we're covering nuclear energy. Is it safe? Is it dangerous? If a nuclear power plant were attacked with conventional weapons, would we be safe? Also, what is radiation? What is nuclear radiation? These terms tend to evoke fear from many and I think it's time we clear the air about what these things are and what they are not.
In 1859 the planet was struck by a concentrated blast of charged particles from our Sun. It affected our world like a giant EMP. It became known as the Carrington Event. I sat down with Professor Douglas Gobeille of the University of Rhode Island to find out more about this phenomenon. A noted Physicist, Prof. Gobeille helped shed some light into this. How exactly did this occur? How did it affect us back then? And most importantly, could it happen again and how would it affect our world today if it did?
For today's episode I'm talking the Russian invasion of Ukraine with returning guest, Tyler C. Tyler often does not have the same opinion as I do which I feel makes the episodes more interesting and inciteful. Conversations like this are why I made the podcast. To be able to share our honest opinions on heavy topics like this without rudeness or judgement. It's been so long since I had an episode like this, I'm glad we got to do it.
For today's episode, I sat down with Dr. Puja Aggarwal to talk neurological disorders. Dr. Aggarwal is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Epileptologist. She is also a Certified Burnout and Growth Mindset Expert. As a busy physician with a family, Dr. Aggarwal hired a mindset expert to help her four years ago. Now she helps busy professionals struggling to keep up with it all. Dr. Aggarwal received her MD (Medical Doctor) degree from Northeastern Ohio Medical University. She completed her residency in Neurology at Ohio State University and a fellowship at Cornell University New York Presbyterian Hospital in Epilepsy.
If you would like to reach out to Dr. Aggarwal, you can find her online at:
https://www.zenfulbrain.com
Disclaimer: The information including but not limited to the audio from this podcast episode and text contained within the episode notes and on the Good Faith Idea Exchange website is for informational purposes only. The aforementioned material is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new healthcare regimen.
For today's episode I was able to sit down with Prof. Landes again to talk more about media's effects on society. This time, we talked about created and perceived media realities, which essentially follows how media can alter our perceptions of reality. We talked about the effects this has on society and given current events, how this relates to our perceptions of war.
Today's episode is a flashback to early last season. I sat down with Dr. Diane Kern from the University of Rhode Island to talk about her work helping young people dealing with trauma. We're talking about trauma of all types, including PTSD. In season 1 I did an episode with a boots on ground professional helping veterans with trauma. So, I figured it fitting to do an episode dedicated to understanding and helping children dealing with trauma.
Today's episode is a gem from Season 2. Sex trafficking is a rapidly growing concern in our society and my guest was raised in a cult and is a survivor of sex trafficking. She later went undercover in the U.S. and around the world busting sex trafficking rings. She's done remarkable things, from writing federal legislation, to negotiating with warlords in foreign countries for children.
Her name is Amanda Catarzi and she has a remarkable story to tell.
If you or someone you know is a victim of sex trafficking call the National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1 (888) 373-7888
If you would like to get in touch with, or learn more about Selah Freedom, find them online, at: www.selahfreedom.com
This is the conclusion of my two-parter with Prof. Landes. I strongly recommend you guys listen to this one. He tackles the rise of social media, algorithms, mass media motives, China’s tech “Great Wall,” the importance of different perspectives, and much more.
For today's episode, I sat down with Professor Stephen Landes from the University of Rhode Island to talk about media. Mass media, social media and other forms of this communication and the effects it has had on our society and culture from both a historical standpoint and in the present.
This is the second and final part of my interview with Katie Manley, a veteran of the medical field, with over twenty years of experience. In this conclusion, we talk about COVID and its impact on hospitals around the country. Katie has a unique perspective on this matter, having worked in several ER's and her current position as a Flight Nurse, transporting patients all over the country.
Now more than ever, our medical professionals face challenges and dangers beyond what many of us can truly understand. My guest today is Katie Manley. Though she is my age, Katie has been in the medical field for 20 years. She has worked in Emergency Rooms around the country and is currently a Flight Nurse and Paramedic. I think it's important we hear and understand just what these incredible humans are faced with and how we as regular citizens might help them.
SEASON PREMIERE: Welcome to Season 3! For this first episode of the new season, I'm talking environmental contamination and its effects on the environment at large, as well as our local communities. Summer is an Enivronmental Scientist at Brown University as well as a graduate of the school. She also holds a degree at the University of Rhode Island and is pursuing another, which is how we met. This episode is more of an educational and informative one, less on the political side.
NEW EPISODES START NEXT WEEK!
Flashback: Back in Season 2, I sat down with Dietician Adrianne Delgado to talk health and wellness and to answer the question, how healthy are we really?
If you'd like to know more about Adrianne or speak to her directly:
Website: www.bodymetrixhealth.com
IG and FB: @bodymetrixhealth
Podcast: Nourish, Eat, Repeat
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Nourish-Eat-Repeat-womans-healthier/dp/1733363904
Season 3 starts January 16! Flashback- This episode came on the heels of the election and Jan. 6 fallout. I had an honest, raw conversation about our two-party system. At this point, is it doing more harm than good? We also covered social media and 24-hour cable news networks. Again, honest talks like this are why I started the podcast. It's important we can talk to people who don't see eye to eye with us on difficult topics without judgement or rudeness. There's enough of that going around these days.
Happy holidays everyone! Today's flashback episode was a conversation between myself and old military friend, Tyler C. We covered the election fallout, the January chaos at the capital building and touched on the riots which broke out last summer. Honest, open conversations like this are why this podcast exists. We need to be able to communicate what we are really feeling to one another in an unfiltered, yet adult and respectful manner. It is only through this openness that we grow as a society.
Perhaps my favorite interview of Season 1, for this flashback episode I was honored to sit down with Dr. William Unger for a heavy interview about PTSD and similar trauma. Dr. Unger works for the Providence VA Health Care System in the Trauma Recovery Service. He has worked there for 32 years. He is also a VA consultant and trainer for Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Psychotherapy for PTSD and an Associate Clinical Professor at Brown University.
Dr. Unger has also served as the PTSD Clinic Clinical Director for 8 years and as the Chief of the PTSD Clinic for 16 years.
If you'd like to reach Dr. Unger, please try email:
william.unger1@gmail.com
For this flashback from Season 1, I sat down with Tyrone Smith, Director of Employment & Housing for Operation Standown. OSD is a statewide agency that assists veterans in need of assistance, especially in the areas of housing and employment. For the holidays, I think it's important to highlight those giving to help others, especially our vets.
Operation Standown services Rhode Island, Southern Massachusetts and Eastern Connecticut. However, if you are not in this area and need assistance, please reach out to him regardless. If Mr. Smith and O.S.D. cannot help you, they will point you to someone who can.
Email: TyroneSmith@osdri.org
Phone: (401) 383-4730
* Times being what they are, email may net you a faster response.
Another Season 1 gem, for this flashback episode, I got the opportunity to sit down with Rich Norris. Rich is currently the Assistant Principal for 360 High School in Providence, RI. This interview was extra special in so many ways. From hearing about the hardships he's lived through and overcome, to his honest take on our education system, to the multitude of ways he is paying it forward to help our youths of today who need it the most.
If you would like to get in touch with Mr. Norris, you can reach him via email:
Richlieu.Norris@ppsd.org
Also, you can find The Gentleman's Academy online @:
https://gacademy.org
Lastly, 360 High School can be found on Instagram:
@360highschool
An awesome flashback from Season 1, I had sat down with the Owner of Bonvoyage_Babes travel blog, Tatum Skipper. Tatum has amassed an impressive social media presence in a rather short amount of time, with over 30,000 Instagram followers and counting. She's still using her growing influence to make a positive difference in people's lives through travel, focusing on helping people overcome their greatest fears and challenges, she is changing the way we think of travel.
Tatum can be reached via Instagram: @bonvoyage_babes
Also, Tatum has a podcast titled, 20 Till Takeoff, where she chats with people who have overcome adversity and changed their lives through travel. Available on Apple, Google, Pandora, etc.
Flashback- This episode is also from season 1. Another of my favorites. I reached out across the pond to talk to Hannah Lemon. Hannah is a graduate of Saint Andrews University and works for Edinburgh University in the field of wildlife biology in the U.K. Our talk touched on areas from her current work in the field, to modern conservation efforts, to climate change. This episode wasn't very political in nature, but more based around science.
Flashback- Back in Season 1, I sat down with Tory Kern. She manages a youth street outreach team at House of Hope, a community development agency. Their focus is fighting homelessness in our communities and providing support to those currently experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless. Her team (HYPE) specializes in youths between the ages of 13 and 24.
Tory can be reached via email: tory@thehouseofhopecdc.org
She can also be reached over the phone: (401) 400-2188
If you are at risk of experiencing homelessness do not hesitate to reach out. She can be a valuable resource.
For the season 2 finale, I sat down with Brooke Young, a former news and sports broadcaster turned Speaking, Presentation and Visibility Consultant and Coach. We talk about the power of human connection and why developing excellent presentation and communication skills is so vitally important this day and age. We get into how one can begin to improve their communications skills and the psychology behind it all.
If interested in contacting Brooke for 1:1 consultancy or even more information about her upcoming program, Timid to Thought Leader, she can be reached via email at:
brookeeliseyoung@yahoo.com
Also, she can be found on facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/oncameraconfidencebrooke
Thanks to all of you who made season 2 my best and most successful to date. New episodes coming in January.
Today's episode is the conclusion of the two-parter about what life is like on a naval submarine. This part of the conversation is more animated and anecdotal than part 1, which provided more of a general understanding of military and sub life. Next week's episode will be the Season 2 finale.
Now more than ever, it is important that we prepare ourselves for unforeseen dangers that could arise. That's where Tina Ginn comes in. She assists in preparing clients for unexpected emergencies, so their lives are impacted as little as possible. She is the developer of the 'Your Backup Plan' app and hosts a podcast by the same name. Also of note, the interview itself is from July.
The "Your Backup Plan" app is available at: www.yourbackupplan.ca
The "Your Backup Plan" Podcast is available at: yourbackupplanapp.buzzsprout.com
For today's episode, I wanted to take a moment and talk about some important stuff going on right now that affects all of us. I wanted to speak to this and present facts about these matters from the source and provide my observations from the perspective of an ordinary, concerned, American citizen.
Sources:
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/sep/15/infowars/biden-plan-require-more-bank-account-reporting-irs/
https://www.factcheck.org/2021/09/qa-on-bidens-covid-19-vaccine-or-test-rule/
https://www.healthline.com/health-news/how-osha-will-enforce-bidens-new-vaccine-mandate-for-businesses
For today's episode, I sat down with a couple old friends from the submarine I used to serve on. Our conversation provides some incite on life aboard a submarine and the routines we find ourselves a part of both in the military and after our return to civilian life.
For today's episode, I sat down with Tyler to talk about the full withdraw of troops from Afghanistan and the chaos that followed. How did this happen? And more importantly, what do we do now? Also, as it has been 20 years since 9/11, I want to acknowledge the tragic and senseless loss of life that day. It is not lost on me that 20 years later, this is what we're talking about.
My guest today was raised in a cult and is a survivor of sex trafficking. She later went undercover in the U.S. and around the world busting sex trafficking rings. She's done remarkable things, from writing federal legislation, to negotiating with warlords in foreign countries for children.
Her name is Amanda Catarzi and she has a remarkable story to tell.
If you or someone you know is a victim of sex trafficking call the National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1 (888) 373-7888
If you would like to get in touch with, or learn more about Selah Freedom, find them online, at: www.selahfreedom.com
You may remember in a previous episode, I talked dating and relationships with Dr. Andrea Liner, a clinical psychologist. It was a 1 on 1 interview. For today's episode, Dr. Liner is back, but two others are added to the conversation this time. Today's episode is an open, honest conversation about relationships and dating in the present day from multiple perspectives.
For today's episode, I wanted to change things up a bit. I have yet to sit down solo and just talk to everyone. So, today I'm pulling back the veil and talking about why I started this podcast and more importantly, my philosophy behind it. It's a quick listen. Give it a few minutes of your time.
For today’s episode, I sat down with England’s Dr. Fairoz Fayaz. She is a family physician with over 25 years experience in medicine. She stepped away from the hospitals to help more people in a direct, boots on ground initiative.
Her passion is to help her clients fight against chronic conditions and infections and she’s here to teach us a bit more about than we thought we knew.
Find her on Facebook by searching Fairoz Fayaz or on her website @ http://www.drfairozfayaz.com
For today's episode, I sat down with Beth Rondeau-Deacon. Beth has been teaching mathematics for nearly 30 years. Some of that time was spent teaching prisoners in a maximum security penitentiary. She has written about a book about these and more incredible experiences, titled, "7 Doors In." It has been a very successful read, currently optioned to be made into a feature film.
Today's episode is a throwback to a few months back. This was a conversation shortly after the election, during the fallout. Tyler and I shared our perspectives on the election, our government, the two-party system and what is causing the rapidly growing rift in our society. It's not a short convo, so I added links to important points in the episode. Also, the audio isn't the best here, but I still had to air it because the content was excellent. A blast from the past, but definitely worth a listen.
For today's episode, I sat down with Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Andrea Liner, to talk about dating and relationships in 2021. What makes a healthy relationship today? What are some red flags to watch out for? And how can we recognize certain patterns we find ourselves drawn to in relationships? All this and more are discussed. Give it a listen.
Today I sat down with family law expert, Dr. Barb Hughson to talk about divorce, particularly from a standpoint of what happens to children caught in the middle of it and how they are affected.
Today I sat down with Dietician Adrianne Delgado to talk health and wellness and to answer the question, how healthy are we really?
If you'd like to know more about Adrianne or speak to her directly:
Website: www.bodymetrixhealth.com
IG and FB: @bodymetrixhealth
Podcast: Nourish, Eat, Repeat
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Nourish-Eat-Repeat-womans-healthier/dp/1733363904
Today's episode is the conclusion of our two-part special about race in America in 2021. This episode will be much different than part one. This is a very different perspective on this difficult topic, which you will realize early on. I presented this topic in a two-parter to highlight these differences in opinion. Still, episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast. A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.
Today's episode is the first of a two-part special about race in America in 2021. It's an honest conversation between two people of different backgrounds expressing where we are as a country concerning this sobering topic. Episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast. A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.
For today's episode, I sat down with Leiza O'Neil of Howard University's School of Medicine. She is a professional with nearly thirty years of experience. She is planning to release a book titled, "The Nuances of Medical School," in which she provides an honest and in-depth look at medical school. The sorts of things you won't find through a simple web search.
She is looking to educate our next generation of aspiring medical professionals and better prepare them for the challenges they may face and resources they may not have known were available to help them succeed.
For today's episode I sat down with Dr. Diane Kern from the University of Rhode Island to talk about her work helping young people dealing with trauma. We're talking about trauma of all types, including PTSD. Last season I did an episode with a boots on ground professional helping veterans with trauma. So, I figured it fitting to do an episode dedicated to understanding and helping children dealing with trauma.
In today's episode, I sat down with Tyler to talk about something I'd mostly left alone until now. COVID-19. The question is, where do we go from here? This is not a discussion about the virus or the pandemic itself. This is more a conversation concerning where things may take us based on what we have seen so far.
This episode is for everyone. If you're a servicemember or vet, give this a listen. If you're not, please listen too. For this first episode of the new season, I got to sit down with Tyler C. and Marland C., both themselves veterans. We're all just talking about Memorial Day, what it means to us, and what it means to America, as we share some stories, laughs and sentiment.
I don't want to spoil what's in this episode, but this is a totally unscripted, raw conversation about something very important to each of us. Give it a listen and let it resonate. Then use our words from this episode to go out and do a little more this year than simply thank someone for their service.
For today's episode, I was honored to sit down with Dr. William Unger for a heavy interview about PTSD and similar trauma. Dr. Unger works for the Providence VA Health Care System in the Trauma Recovery Service. He has worked there for 32 years. He is also a VA consultant and trainer for Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Psychotherapy for PTSD and an Associate Clinical Professor at Brown University.
Dr. Unger has also served as the PTSD Clinic Clinical Director for 8 years and as the Chief of the PTSD Clinic for 16 years.
If you'd like to reach Dr. Unger, please try email:
william.unger1@gmail.com
I got the opportunity to sit down with Rich Norris. Rich is currently the Assistant Principal for 360 High School in Providence, RI. This interview was extra special in so many ways. From hearing about the hardships he's lived through and overcome, to his honest take on our education system, to the multitude of ways he is paying it forward to help our youths of today who need it the most.
If you would like to get in touch with Mr. Norris, you can reach him via email:
Richlieu.Norris@ppsd.org
Also, you can find The Gentleman's Academy online @:
https://gacademy.org
Lastly, 360 High School can be found on Instagram:
@360highschool
For today's episode, I sat down with the Owner of Bonvoyage_Babes travel blog, Tatum Skipper. Tatum has amassed an impressive social media presence in a rather short amount of time, with over 30,000 Instagram followers and counting. She is using her growing influence to make a positive difference in people's lives through travel, focusing on helping people overcome their greatest fears and challenges, she is changing the way we think of travel.
Tatum can be reached via Instagram: @bonvoyage_babes
Also, Tatum has a podcast titled, 20 Till Takeoff, where she chats with people who have overcome adversity and changed their lives through travel. Available on Apple, Google, Pandora, etc.
For episode 5, I reached out across the pond to talk to Hannah Lemon. Hannah is a graduate of Saint Andrews University and works for Edinburgh University in the field of wildlife biology in the U.K. Our talk touched on areas from her current work in the field, to modern conservation efforts, to climate change. This episode won't be very political in nature, but more based around science.
For episode 4, I had another sit down with Tyler. Our last talk on the first episode still holds the most downloads for this podcast. So, I thought we'd sit down again for a more up to date discussion. We started off talking about the election, but the conversation quickly took on a life of its own. If you enjoy raw, honest conversation without the aggression and rudeness, definitely give this one a listen.
For episode 3, I sat down with Tyrone Smith, Director of Employment & Housing for Operation Standown. They are a statewide agency that assists veterans in need of assistance, especially in the areas of housing and employment.
Operation Standown services Rhode Island, Southern Massachusetts and Eastern Connecticut. However, if you are not in this area and need assistance, please reach out to him regardless. If Mr. Smith and O.S.D. cannot help you, they will point you to someone who can.
Email: TyroneSmith@osdri.org
Phone: (401) 383-4730
* Times being what they are, email may net you a faster response.
For episode 2, I sat down with Tory Kern. She manages a youth street outreach team at House of Hope, a community development agency. Her focus is fighting homelessness in our communities and providing support to those currently experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless. She specializes in youths between the ages of 13 and 24. Tory can be reached via email: tory@thehouseofhopecdc.org
She can also be reached over the phone: (401) 400-2188
If you are at risk of experiencing homelessness do not hesitate to reach out. She can be a valuable resource.
Episode 1
For the first episode, I sat down with an old military friend for a raw, real conversation about heavy hitting issues, from race in America, to police brutality, to the two party system and more. A simple conversation in good faith between two friends with different viewpoints. (Note: This interview is from late November, but unfortunately is every bit as relevant now.)