Tic Tac Topher: Recent Episodes
Christopher Heinl
Welcome to Tic-Tac-Topher where we X & O through life together. Let's face it after 2020 everyone needed, well a cocktail. Season one we Talked about Millennial Success Stories, LGBTQ Pride, and Small businesses that were having a hard time and needed a bit of a spotlight. With seven episodes per season I am excited to bring you season two. With this new season I am amping up to talk about Motivational Topics that affect not only just one community or business owner but each and everyone one of us. No matter your age, sexual orientation or political views. Real Topics, Real Challenges, No Pretending. Subscribe today.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS.
Welcome to the Holiday Christmas Special Bonus Feature here on Tic Tac Topher Hosted by Topher; called Starry Nights...
Over the next few days as we count down to Christmas Eve we will go behind the scenes with Artists, Authors and Entrepreneurs here in Phoenix, Arizona Reviewing their work and talking about what makes Christmas and Holiday Magic Special to them.
Our Third Christmas Episode Guest is;
Katelyn B Greno. Listen as she reads A Christmas Dream by Louisa May Alcott
Katelyn writes suspenseful romantic thrillers with an emphasis on self-love. For Katelyn, writing has always been her passion since she was little. When she came home from school, she immediately got on her laptop and started writing. She called it her escape – letting her imagination run wild. Her stories involve sweet romance, intense suspense, and the daily struggles of mental health and overcoming trauma.
Katelyn says, “The moment my hands touch my keyboard, I start writing. I put myself in my own little world. I take an idea and turn it into something magical.”
Check out her book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Ava-Katelyn-Bailey-Greno/dp/1708267581/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Finding+Ava&qid=1622494540&sr=8-2
HAPPY HOLIDAYS.
Welcome to the Holiday Christmas Special Bonus Feature here on Tic Tac Topher Hosted by Topher; called Starry Nights...
Over the next few days as we count down to Christmas Eve we will go behind the scenes with Artists, Authors and Entrepreneurs here in Phoenix, Arizona Reviewing their work and talking about what makes Christmas and Holiday Magic Special to them.
Our Second Christmas Episode Guest(s) are
Seth C Powers & Brandon McGill.
Both talk about what it is like to be and work on set while Brandon brings to life some of these wondrous black-lit body pantings. While also addressing how to overcome body-shaming in a world full of comparison. Brandon truly has astonished the world with remarkable Tarots. Water your garden with positivity, so you feed it healing and not negativity. You are what you speak.
Brandon McGill - A multimedia artist who specializes in body art, Brandon has made a name for themselves by doing the unconventional. This award winning artist has appeared on television, in music videos, in books, films, magazines, calendars, games, and if funded on Kickstarter, a gorgeous Tarot Deck series.
*Note that content on this website, though artistic in nature, is intended for adultsCheck out them new Tarot Deck Series.
Seth C Powers - was Born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. He is Passionate about Acting, Producing Music,Televison & Films Productions. He is also a thriving member of the L.G.B.T. Q + Community. Flourishes in Spirituality and expressing himself and his life experiences through art.
Check out his new Singles.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS.
Welcome to the Holiday Christmas Special Bonus Feature here on Tic Tac Topher Hosted by Topher; called Starry Nights...
Over the next few days as we count down to Christmas Eve we will go behind the scenes with Artists, Authors and Entrepreneurs here in Phoenix, Arizona Reviewing their work and talking about what makes Christmas and Holiday Magic Special to them.
Our first Christmas Episode Guest is;
Geo Johnson. He has been an advocate and a performer in our community. He resides in Phoenix AZ, the valley of the sun, where he calls home. Geo holds many titles and currently, holds the title for Mr. Gay Grand Canyon America. "I'm a strong person, with strong determination. I live life to the fullest. My purpose is to create." - Geo Johnson
Part 1 of 2
We talk with Robert Ringsrud a Striving Entrepreneur in the Cannabis Industry here in Phoenix, Arizona.
Main Topic of todays episode; *What is the difference between Recreational Cannabis and Medical Cannabis?
If you or someone you know want to learn more about cannabis please check out these additional resources.Leafly Cannabible*
* Disclaimer: I am not a medical Professional and no information in this podcast is meant to be taken as medical advice.
It's THE topic. Covid-19. The topic everyone is talking about and the topic we are all just so tired of listening to. So why did I interview Mari, the first responder? Because we need to relate, understand, and feel what she is going through to understand that this pandemic is far from over. Even though we all really just want life to go back to normal...
Follow my conversation as she brings an Inside look into a Covid ward. It may be out of site out of mind for most of us at the moment but this conversation and interview is with someone who lives it everyday. On the front lines.
So who is Mari?
Mari is an ICU nurse here in Phoenix, Arizona. She has been a nurse for over 25 years, with over 10 years of Nursing Education under her belt. At the moment she is not only working in a Covid Ward but also working towards her Phd in Nursing and Health Care Innovation. She is why some people come home after being admitted to the ICU.
This is her first responder Story.
* Disclaimer: I am not a medical Professional and no information in this podcast is meant to be taken as medical advice.
Follow my conversation as we talk with Jonah Reinholz from RENEW Real-estate as he brings his Renovation Business to life. Learn what it takes to be a successful and thriving Renovation Expert and Real estate Agent here in Phoenix, Arizona during a Pandemic. Hear his response to our Season 2 topic the idea of being free and really understanding Imposter Syndrome. Getting out of "our"- your own way.
About Him.
“Jonah Reinholz is a Phoenix Real Estate Agent and Investor. He’s flipped over 30 homes, and sold more than 40 in the past year and a half. He owns Renew Real Estate, who’s primary focus is to rent out homes to low-income families through the Section 8 program.”
Check out what he is up too.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonahreinholz/?hl=en
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/jonahreinholz/
Staring Brandon McGill Body Painting Artist.
A multimedia artist who specializes in body art, Brandon has made a name for themselves by doing the unconventional. This award winning artist has appeared on television, in music videos, in books, films, magazines, calendars, games, and if funded on Kickstarter, a gorgeous Tarot Deck series.
Welcome to another season of TicTacTopher. Where we not only X&O our way through life together but we talk about sensitive topics that motivate others who are well, human. Lets put politics aside and remember who we are as humans. How we are going to get to that next step in life, and laser focus on the obstacles in our way so we can learn together how to move them.
This season we hear from Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Entrepreneurs, Artists and Business Owners just like you. Why, because they to want to belong to themselves again.
Website: https://www.brandonmcgill.com
Staring EP Artist Seth C Powers. with New Single Preview (Sedated)
Seth Colvin Powers was Born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. He is Passionate about Acting, Producing Music,Televison & Films Productions. He is also a thriving member of the
L.G.B.T. Q + Community. Flourishes in Spirituality and expressing himself and his life experiences through art.
Welcome to another season of TicTacTopher. Where we not only X&O our way through life together but we talk about sensitive topics that motivate others who are well, human. Lets put politics aside and remember who we are as humans. How we are going to get to that next step in life, and laser focus on the obstacles in our way so we can learn together how to move them.
This season we hear from Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Entrepreneurs, Artists and Business Owners just like you. Why, because they to want to belong to themselves again.
A speaker of the blunt truth, and a person of passion and love.
Jordana Gordic, grew up in the hot AZ sun and started her career dancing at the age of 3. She danced professionally for 24 years, taught amazing students: hip-hop, contemporary, ballet, and technique for 7 years. After that, she got in to sales, made a shit ton of money, and quit her job for an opportunity selling solar. Now, she is starting from the beginning. Learning how to forgive herself, stop self sabotaging her happiness, and accept that she too deserve(s) happiness. She just recently opened up her own solar LLC and is continuing to push towards achieving her goals, spreading love to those around her, while helping others along the way.
Welcome to another season of TicTacTopher. Where we not only X&O our way through life together but we talk about sensitive topics that motivate others who are well, human. Lets put politics aside and remember who we are as humans. How we are going to get to that next step in life, and laser focus on the obstacles in our way so we can learn together how to move them.
This season we hear from Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Entrepreneurs, Artists and Business Owners just like you. Why, because they to want to belong to themselves again.
Stop! This is your sign to take a timeout and take time for yourself.
Ask yourself when you have a moment...
Do I belong to me?
How free would you be if you did? How free are you right now? What is holding you back from your happy? If you constantly reach goal after goal, why aren't you fulfilled yet? Will enough ever be enough? This is the topic of Season 2.
Welcome to another season of TicTacTopher. Where we not only X&O our way through life together but we talk about sensitive topics that motivate others who are well, human. Lets put politics aside and remember who we are as humans. How we are going to get to that next step in life, and laser focus on the obstacles in our way so we can learn together how to move them.
This season we hear from Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Entrepreneurs, Artists and Business Owners just like you. Why, because they to want to belong to themselves again.
Lets play some tic-tac-toe with Kyle Johnson, Entrepreneur, Millennial, and Washington D.C. Small Business Owner.
About
Kyle johnson was born and raised in Central Asia to parents who worked in the non-profit sector. From an early age he was heavily influenced and motivated by the inequalities witnessed in these countries. After getting his masters in international relations from American University in Washington, DC, and working for years in the finance sector, he started his own business in coffee. The goal was to promote job opportunities for minorities in the LGBTQIA+ community and provide a safe space for people away from alcohol and drugs. After a successful couple years he sold the business and is excited to move forward with his vision to promote the advancement of human rights around the world.
Synopsis
During this episode Kyle touch's base on what it was like to own a small business during the "Trump Era" in Washington D.C. When and how he knew he wanted to work for himself after moving here to the United States from Asia, and when he knew the American Dream was truly still alive and breathing, even after a pandemic. This and so much more, push play and listen to his remarkable dynamic and inspirational story.
Lets play some tic-tac-toe with Mr. Gay Grand Canyon America (Geo Johnson)
AboutGeo Johnson has been an advocate and a performer in our community. He resides in Phoenix AZ, the valley of the sun, where he calls home. Geo has held many titles currently, he's Mr. Gay Grand Canyon America and will be competing in Las Vegas in August for the national title of Mr. Gay America.
"I'm a strong person, with strong determination. I live life to the fullest. My purpose is to create." - Geo Johnson
SynopsisDuring this episode Geo and I talk about his childhood, growing up in the 90's; the moment he knew he was gay, the three most influential people that has changed his life for the better, the stigma behind the hook up application "Grindr" along with the day the community will be "boycotting the hook up application JUNE 21st "; sending a powerful message of love and not hate to their door step. Along with a few other topics addressing the gay community today.
Love is love, hate will always loose the fight.
Lets face it, being gay in today's world is getting, well a bit easier than it was back in the Harvey Milk "era." However, we as Americans and as Humans have such a long way to go, to learn how to love without conditions.
What does that statement mean? Loving without conditions? Meaning; I love you Unconditionally. It means, love does not exist in general unless it is unconditional. Period.
Sit back and listen to an episode that was not only hard to write and pre-plan but was very hard to talk about for me. An episode that might be a bit controversial for some discussing the topic about why so many people who Identify as L.G.B.T.Q.+ as do I, have a struggle with having faith or spirituality. See After my dad passed, two weeks before the pandemic I rediscovered my relationship with god; not because I heard some type of well a "calling" but because I physically saw my dad welcomed into another life as he took his last breath. That moment, I felt unconditional love, something I hope to feel from my partner one day.
Although fractured a bit based off of what the guidelines society imposes on each and every one of us for well having an Adam and Eve blueprint to live by, and not Adam and Steve. I bring the episode called "Nailed to the cross."
Because I identify as a Gay Roman Catholic. The belief of God, having faith, and loving a man, as a man.
Visit here: https://www.praiseandworshipcenter.net
To learn more about the parish we talk about visit the link above. Its a parish where difference are celebrated and "loving the sinner and not the sin is not an expression"
xoxo Happy Pride 🌈
What does success look like?
Don't be the titanic, stop comparing yourself to the images of your friends lives they keep sharing on social media. Stop comparing yourself to the idea's that you have in your head that you have not completed or reached yet. You are a bad ass.
It sounds cliche I know but it is good to have goals. Coming from my experience you will never be happy if you keep comparing your iceberg to your neighbors, because at the end of the day, it will always be the cause to a sinking ship.
Coming out when I was 16 I struggled with finding where I belonged in the gay community. There was not only judgment in the straight community but also in the gay community. To look a certain way, dress a certain way and oh don't forget to love shopping. Although I do kinda love shopping still. Being gay and loving a man is not who I am but just a part of who I am.
I began to fall in love with the idea with being who I was and sharing that because if I didn't, I was robbing the world of me. Okay that sounds a bit cliche, but check out the episode.
HAPPY PRIDE!!! 🥳
Let's play some Tic Tac Toe with Zachary Jones
Synopsis
I was positive I would never marry a woman, and there was no need to. I needed to find a new path other than the one I was born on. I needed to live for my own happiness and not the happiness of others. This is my story, my journey, my beliefs. I hope that what I say on here will be of help to those who have had similar struggles in and out side of the LDS church.
About
Hey everyone, my name is Zachary Jones. Growing up Mormon (or LDS) can be challenging. Especially when your core self goes against the core teachings and beliefs of the LDS gospel. I’m happy to be in a healthier place these days, and I never would have thought that would be possible outside of religion. I’m excited to share a piece of my story with you all in hopes that I can help at least one person to know they are not alone.
Let's play some Tic Tac Toe with Katelyn Bailey Greno.
Synopsis
She is a young girl battling demons that she can’t seem to shake off. Now having survived trauma after trauma, she is done being the sad girl. Deep down, Ava is strong and brilliant. She is also a victim of domestic abuse and the loss of her mother at a young age. She is struggling to move past her fears and the grief of her mother abandoning her family. As she tries to grow and move forward, her past comes back to haunt her. Spencer, her ex boyfriend, shows up out of no-where and isn’t done. He’s angry and wants her back.In the midst of running from Spencer, she meets Nate. Unconscious and hurt from clash with Spencer, Nate is there to save her.As she struggles to find meaning in her life and escape her horrible past, Ava feels alone and wants someone she can trust. While she thinks Nate could potentially be someone important to her, she is afraid to let him in.Nate cares about her but he doesn’t know her
About
Katelyn Bailey Greno writes suspenseful romantic thrillers with an emphasis on self-love. For Katelyn, writing has always been her passion since she was little. When she came home from school, she immediately got on her laptop and started writing. She called it her escape – letting her imagination run wild. Her stories involve sweet romance, intense suspense, and the daily struggles of mental health and overcoming trauma.
Katelyn says, “The moment my hands touch my keyboard, I start writing. I put myself in my own little world. I take an idea and turn it into something magical.”
She writes stories with a heavy base of innocent romance. Her characters are shy, smart, and passionate about what they believe in. Mental health plays a large role in the way of following her main characters’ journey of self-love and growth within themselves.
Check out her book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Ava-Katelyn-Bailey-Greno/dp/1708267581/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Finding+Ava&qid=1622494540&sr=8-2