The Insomnicat Show: Recent Episodes
Insomnicat Media Inc., Bryan DeLuca, Nicolette Emmino
What is the Insomnicat Show, you ask? It's a show where you'll find awesome humans all the time. We search the globe looking for industry thoughts leaders, psychologists, TED speakers, doctors, analysts, authors, comedians, and more who have knowledge to share. We want to keep you educated with practical advice and takeaways after every episode. And we'll have some fun in the process. Join us on this journey... because more than ever, we need some uplifting content in our lives.
Hear from the experts about how much of our brain we actually use and what we spend most of our thoughts on! (Oh, and why are there so many negative thoughts?)
Our Experts:
Puja Aggarwal MD is a Neurologist and received my MD (Medical Doctor) degree at Northeastern Ohio Medical University. I completed my residency in Neurology at Ohio State University and a fellowship at Cornell University New York Presbyterian Hospital in Epilepsy. I currently work as a Principal Investigator for research in clinical trials and practice in Orlando Florida.
I now have found Zen in my life and enjoy enabling the same for other women.
Learn More About Puja: https://www.zenfulbrain.com/
Eric H. Chudler, Ph.D., is a research associate professor in the Department of Bioengineering and the executive director of the Center for Neurotechnology at the University of Washington (Seattle, WA). He is a neuroscientist who also works with teachers to create materials to help people learn about the brain.
Learn More: http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/tenper.html
Rachel Tenenbaum is a NeuroTransformational Coach who teaches leaders how to defuse stress, catapult collaboration, foster innovation, retrain their brain, and lead others in a process she calls P.E.A.C.E. (Pause Embrace Acknowledge Choose Engage). A regular media contributor, Tenenbaum is published in Forbes, Thrive Global, and her meditations are featured favorites on the global meditation app Insight Timer. Tenenbaum is a sought-after expert on the brain, stress, leadership development, and mindfulness. Learn more at her website: https://www.iamliving.us/
Our guests:
Rik D. Middleton, Visual Listening
With a wide breadth of experience as a Navy veteran, entrepreneur, and an emergency manager and first responder. I am continually looking for the next challenge, the next inspiring project, the next opportunity to serve others, and ensure a safer community to live and thrive. One of my biggest strengths comes from my ability to make complex issues seem simple and understandable. As the author of several books, one of the books written specifically for the unique communication needs of hostage negotiators, I have developed a particular set of skills related to remote nonphysical aspects of communications. These skills have served me well in numerous emergency response situations. My book is required reading in numerous police departments throughout the country.
I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity to feed my passion for teaching as a visiting lecturer at both the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and the University of Southern California (USC). In this role, I have leveraged my entrepreneurial real-world experience and insights with students in the Schools of Business, Entrepreneurial Studies.
Dr. Holly Battey, Matchmaker & Dating Coach
Dr. Holly helps conscious single men and women find the love of their dreams. With a doctorate in clinical psychology, she founded Find Love At Last in 2014 to empower you to find the love you've been dreaming of and has been a matchmaker, coach, and image consultant for over 9 years. Dr. Holly is a dating expert and inspiring speaker who empowers and advises on dating strategy, online dating, mindset, image, partner suitability, communication, and commitment. She brings more than 15 years of rich personal dating experience before finding the wonderful man with whom she is happily married. She’s based in San Francisco, California and works with clients around the world.
Learn More: https://www.findloveatlast.com/
Our Guests:
Dr. Holly Battey, Matchmaker & Dating Coach
Dr. Holly helps conscious single men and women find the love of their dreams. With a doctorate in clinical psychology, she founded Find Love At Last in 2014 to empower you to find the love you've been dreaming of and has been a matchmaker, coach, and image consultant for over 9 years. Dr. Holly is a dating expert and inspiring speaker who empowers and advises on dating strategy, online dating, mindset, image, partner suitability, communication, and commitment. She brings more than 15 years of rich personal dating experience before finding the wonderful man with whom she is happily married. She’s based in San Francisco, California and works with clients around the world.
Learn More: https://www.findloveatlast.com/
Nichi Hodgson, Author and Dating Expert
Born and brought up in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Nichi attended Wakefield Girls’ High School and then the University of York where she studied English and Related literature, and specialised in feminist theory, literary censorship, neo-Platonism, and Petrarchan love poetry. After spending far too much time in the library, she graduated in 2006 with a First Class Honours degree. She then gained her NCTJ Magazine Journalism diploma from Harlow College and moved to London with a plan of hacking her way into literary journalism.
Nichi was one of the first British journalists to court-report via Twitter, covering the 2012 obscenity trial, R v Peacock. Since then she has written regularly for the Guardian, the Telegraph, the Times, Sunday Times, Bustle, Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Drugstore Culture and Tortoise, and was the Men’s Health Sexual Adventurer columnist for three years.
Nichi broadcasts regularly for BBC3 and Sky News, BBC Radio 2, 4 and 5 Live. Listen again to her BBC Radio 4 documentary, ‘Can porn be ethical?’ and her BBC World Service documentary, ‘Being Bisexual’ , for which she was short-listed for DIVA Journalist of the Year, are on iPlayer.
Her first book, Bound To You, an erotic memoir, is published by Hodder & Stoughton and was translated into three languages. Her second book, The Curious History of Dating: from Jane Austen to Tinder, is published by Little, Brown and narrated by Nichi for Audible.
Learn More: http://www.nichihodgson.com/
Traci Brown, Fraud Busting Body Language Expert
Traci is currently ranked the #5 body language expert in the world by GlobalGurus.com.
She has studied lie and deception detection alongside the Police, FBI, Army Green Berets and people who she believes could not tell her they were in the CIA. Yes, she’s the only one who showed up to class without a gun. She uses this information in her keynotes for banking, credit unions and finance groups to detect and prevent fraud. And this is currently what she’s called most to do.
When she’s not speaking, she’s working on investigations. Cases have included million dollar business fraud, sexual assault, child abuse, municipal fraud and more.
Her TV career started when she was asked to interpret the body language of the Aurora Movie Theater Shooter in 2012. And she’s revealed the truth in many events since then: including murders, cold cases and politics. Some of her TV appearances are here: https://www.bodylanguagetrainer.com/body-language-demo-videos/
Learn More About Traci: https://www.bodylanguagetrainer.com/about/
What you'll learn:
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How evolution plays a role in our current survival
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Stories of survival from a shark attack survivor, a Mt. Everest Yak attack survivor, and a professional survivalist who willingly enters extreme situations... because he loves it.
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How does fear play a role?
On this episode, you'll hear from:
Mikael Strandberg, Explorer, Documentary Film Maker And Motivational Speaker
Learn more about Mikael:
www.mikaelstrandberg.com
For daily updated news, go to:
www.facebook.com/explorerglobal
https://www.instagram.com/explorerglobal/
Belinda Jane Dolan, CEO Quantum Leaps, Survived a yak attack and clung to life on the side of Mt. Everest
QUANTUM WELLNESS CEO, WORLDWIDE
Belinda is the Happiness @ Work and Human Performance Expert, She is the Author of the Chief Happiness Officer Book. She has lived, worked and presented in 10 countries, advising, consulting and coaching some of the leading companies around the world over the last 23 years. Her PhD is in the Science of Happiness. She sits as a Board Director for four companies. Her nick name is Wonder Woman due to her Extreme Adventures to climb the 7 Summits and skiing to the North and South Pole to raise awareness for various charities. She leads our partnerships with a number of NGO’s around the world to give the gift of education to children, women into business and fund mental wellness programs for youth.
Follow her: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindajanedolan
Shannon Ainslee, Shark Attack Survivor, Surf Coach
Follow Shannon: https://www.instagram.com/shannonainslie/
Dr. Ryan D'arcy Co-Founder of HealthTech Connex.
Trained in neuroscience, neurotechnology, and medical imaging, Dr. D’Arcy also holds a BC Leadership Chair in Medical Technology, is a full Professor at Simon Fraser University, and a member of the DM Centre for Brain Health at the University of British Columbia. He has published more than 260 academic works, attracted more than $85 Million in competitive research and innovation funding, and been recognized through numerous awards and distinctions. Dr. D'Arcy is a 3X TEDx speaker, who speaks frequently on brain health innovations around the world.
Dr. D’Arcy is widely recognized for co-founding the Health Sciences and Innovation initiative at Fraser Health’s Surrey Memorial Hospital, which led to co-founding Innovation Boulevard along with the Health and Technology District (the District). In addition to his role as President and Chief Scientific Officer at HealthTech Connex, he also leads the District’s BrainNET initiative to connect advances in neuroscience research to innovations in brain health.
Learn More: http://www.healthtechconnex.com/
What You'll Learn:
- Which animal species rely on females to lead?
- Would Thomas Jefferson have been a social media guru?
- Smashing myths about wolf leadership.
- Which modern-day presidents exude leadership characteristics and why?
- What the sound of squawking geese really means.
Hear from these experts in this episode:
Penny Wood (Dr. Zoolittle), Longevity & Welfare Zoologist | Cognitive Ethologist Trained in Functional and Regenerative Medicine, Penny brings this superior health paradigm to animals, particularly pets and working animals but also exotic mammalian species in zoos and rescue sanctuaries. She teaches and coaches pet parents how to extend their pet's health-span and lifespan to its maximum potential for their species so they do not develop or suffer from age-related degenerative diseases, like cancer and kidney disease, or unnecessarily premature death.
Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pennywoodzoologist
Suzanne Munson, Author + Historian, is a lover of history and author of two books about America’s Founding Fathers. The first, Jefferson’s Godfather, rated five stars on Amazon, is a biography about Founding Father George Wythe, signer of the Declaration of Independence and mentor to Thomas Jefferson. Her most recent book, The Metaphysical Thomas Jefferson, provides fascinating commentaries that Jefferson would make about America’s current government and other institutions, if he were accessed today from his place in spirit. Suzanne has lectured on the Wythe-Jefferson legacy at University of Virginia, William & Mary, Virginia Tech, and University of Richmond continuing education affiliates, at the Chautauqua Institution in New York, and at Road Scholar programs and is a frequent guest speaker for groups interested in American history. Her interest in history began as a child, hearing of the trials of her ancestors in 17th century Jamestown-area settlements and the exploits of her pioneer forebears a century later on Virginia’s westernmost frontier.
Learn more about her: https://suzannemunson-author.com/
Claudia Clark, Author + Speaker, has worked on political and social justice campaigns, including serving as a campaign manager for a school bond measure for the South San Francisco Unified Schools Campaign as a community organizer with ACORN; field organizer for the South Bay Labor Organization in San Jose, California and as a field organizer for the South Dakota Campaign for Healthy families. She has volunteered for many Democratic Party organizations, NAACP Groups, Planned Parenthood affiliations, and for Toastmaster’s International.
Learn More About Claudia: https://www.claudiaclarkauthor.com/about/
Our Guests:
Eric H. Chudler, Ph.D., is a research associate professor in the Department of Bioengineering and the executive director of the Center for Neurotechnology at the University of Washington (Seattle, WA). He is a neuroscientist who also works with teachers to create materials to help people learn about the brain.
http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/tenper.html
Dr. Lindsay Browning, Sleep Expert, Neuroscientist
I am Dr Lindsay Browning, a chartered psychologist, neuroscientist, author and sleep expert. I am passionate about helping people to improve their sleep, since sleep is vital for improved health and wellbeing. When you don’t get enough sleep and feel tired you won’t be the best version of you.
I founded Trouble Sleeping in 2006 to help people improve their sleep and wellbeing though sleep therapy and advice based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) – the gold standard treatment for insomnia. As well has helping individuals with their insomnia, I also offer corporate talks and workshops, keynote speaking and provide consultancy to schools and organisations such as the NHS, police and utility companies to advise on topics such as shift work stress and jet lag. In addition, I am also the resident sleep ambassador for And So To Bed.
I have degrees in both neuroscience and psychology and a doctorate from the University of Oxford where I specifically investigated the treatment of insomnia. After graduating with my doctorate, I realised that there was a desperate need for help for people suffering from insomnia and founded Trouble Sleeping based in Berkshire, UK. I am passionate about helping people of all ages to sleep well. Nothing makes me happier than helping someone from a place of desperation about their sleep for 40 years, to a place of peace and sleeping well! The sleep consultancy advice I offer is based on my expertise in sleep, leveraging the principles of CBT-I and is a drug free intervention.
As a Chartered Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society, a member of the British Sleep Society and a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, you can be reassured that I am a qualified and respected professional in the field. I have published several academic papers and an international self-help book: Navigating Sleeplessness.
Ian Wallace, Dream Psychologist
I am endlessly curious about human nature and why people do the things that they do. That’s why I became a psychologist, to understand human behaviour, particularly in complex high-consequence situations. Rather than just viewing human behaviour as an abstract set of theories, I chose to step into those complex high-consequence situations and experience their reality for myself.
As a result of my choices, I have worked professionally as a North Sea oil-rig roughneck, mountain guide, session musician, fashion photographer, commercial pilot, military psychologist, relationship counsellor, child psychologist, celebrity psychologist and artificial intelligence inventor.
Although these may appear to be quite diverse professional roles (or the result of a short attention span), they are united by my fundamental fascination with human nature and my continuing research into how people find meaning, purpose and potential in the work that they do.
The work I do with dreams forms a fundamental part of my psychology practice. It has proven to be one of the healthiest and most natural ways of developing those human superpowers of self-awareness and situational awareness. My work with dreams is focused on the practical application of our night-time dreams as a positive and healthy method to help us achieve our waking life dreams and ambitions.
This practical approach has led to regular appearances on television and radio around world, and becoming the best-selling author of The Top 100 Dreams: The Dreams That We All Have And What They Really Mean and The Complete A to Z Dictionary of Dreams: Be Your Own Dream Expert.
https://ianwallacedreams.com/
Our Guests:
Andy Norman is the award-winning author of Mental Immunity: Infectious Ideas, Mind-Parasites, and the Search for a Better Way to Think. His work has appeared in Scientific American, Psychology Today, Skeptic, Free Inquiry, and The Humanist. He has appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience, NPR, and The BBC’s Naked Scientist. His research illuminates the evolutionary origins of human reasoning, the norms that make dialogue fruitful, and the workings of the mind’s immune system. He champions the emerging science of mental immunity as the antidote to disinformation, propaganda, hate, and division. He is the founder of the Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE), a global think-tank leading the effort to inoculate humanity against cognitive contagion.
Learn More About Andy: https://andynorman.org/
Read the Book: http://www.harperwave.com/mi
Kellan Fluckiger Coming through decades of depression, addictions, life-threatening illness and a near-death experience, Kellan has become the ultimate catalyst to help motivated people melt barriers, move mountains and mobilize superpowers to achieve their true desires. As a coach and keynote speaker, Kellan’s masterful approach helps people get past old stories, change beliefs and create a life context to reach even goals that seemed impossible.
https://www.kellanfluckiger.com/
Annie Larson, as featured on television, radio, podcasts, magazines and most recently the Washington Post newspaper, provides intuitive counseling using her innate abilities as a psychic medium. Her passion is to bring healing and closure via readings and help others hone their intuitive voice through her extensive development and mentoring classes. She has many tools to help you find peace through readings and Reiki energy healing; find your life’s purpose through astrology and past life regression therapy; and fulfill your goals through life coaching with intuitive guidance.
Learn More: https://www.mediumannielarson.com/
Dr. Ryan D'arcy is the Co-Founder of HealthTech Connex. Trained in neuroscience, neurotechnology, and medical imaging, Dr. D’Arcy also holds a BC Leadership Chair in Medical Technology, is a full Professor at Simon Fraser University, and a member of the DM Centre for Brain Health at the University of British Columbia. He has published more than 260 academic works, attracted more than $85 Million in competitive research and innovation funding, and been recognized through numerous awards and distinctions. Dr. D'Arcy is a 3X TEDx speaker, who speaks frequently on brain health innovations around the world. Dr. D’Arcy is widely recognized for co-founding the Health Sciences and Innovation initiative at Fraser Health’s Surrey Memorial Hospital, which led to co-founding Innovation Boulevard along with the Health and Technology District (the District). In addition to his role as President and Chief Scientific Officer at HealthTech Connex, he also leads the District’s BrainNET initiative to connect advances in neuroscience research to innovations in brain health.
Learn More: http://www.healthtechconnex.com/
Eric H. Chudler, Ph.D. is a research associate professor in the Department of Bioengineering and the executive director of the Center for Neurotechnology at the University of Washington (Seattle, WA). He is a neuroscientist who also works with teachers to create materials to help people learn about the brain.
Learn More: http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/tenper.html
Our Guests:
Sheryl Green, Owner, Unleashed Communications
http://www.unleashedcommunications.com/
Dr. Stephen Zawistowski, Animal Behaviorist
Stephen L. Zawistowski, PhD, CAAB Emeritus served as a senior executive at the ASPCA for 26 years. “Dr. Z” is a well-known speaker on a number of animal behavior, shelter and animal welfare topics. He completed a PhD in behavior-genetics at the University of Illinois (1983) and was a National Science Foundation post-doctoral fellow at Indian University. Dr. Z was certified as an applied animal behaviorist and chaired the Animal Behavior Society’s Board of Professional Certification from 1998-2007, is founding co-editor of the Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science, and an adjunct professor in the Animal Behavior and Conservation graduate program at Hunter College. He co-edited Animal Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff with Dr. Lila Miller (2004) and the second edition in 2013, co-authored a history of the ASPCA, Heritage of Care with Marion Lane (2008), and authored a textbook Companion Animals in Society (2008). Dr. Z served on the ACC&D Board of Directors for eight years (2005-2013), including multiple years as Board Chair. He received public service awards from the USDOJ and USDA for his work on the Michael Vick dog fighting case. (read his books: https://www.isbns.net/author/Stephen_Zawistowski)
Alex Lu, Creator, DogsBond
Learn more about Alex and his dog-focused board game!
https://www.dogsbondgame.com/media-room
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Our Guests:
Kristy Sumner, Paranormal Investigator, Soul Sisters Paranormal
https://www.soulsistersparanormal.com/
Soul Sisters' New Jail in Huntsville:
214 Litton Covered Bridge Rd, Huntsville, TN.
Website: www.historicscottcojail.com
Sheryl Green, Author, Speaker, and Animal-rescuing Badass
http://www.heartsalivevillage.org/
Tom Ross, AI Metaphysician and Author
http://www.tomross.com/
Additional Links of Interest:
Replika
https://youtu.be/yQGqMVuAk04
AI becomes Self-aware.
https://youtu.be/jx6kg0ZfhAI
What started as a discussion about Chinese burial sites and the role of Feng Shui, turned into a lively and fun chat about Chinese astrology. Feng Shui Expert, Jillian Rothschild Scholar, told us about the BaZi calculator and we talked a little bit about our own personal readings. You'll gain great insight into this practice and if you want to fully understand your past, present and future, Jillian can help! https://fsinmotion.com/bazi-calculator/
More About Deborah:
Energy Practitioner, Inspirational Performance Artist, Speaker Podcaster. From an award-winning recording artist, to being voted among the top 30 Psychics in the world, to leading a Ministry founded in creativity, Rev. Deb lives to serve and bring a message of consciousness and stewardship to the planet, through humor, and music. At the root of her work is a methodology designed to align her clients with their highest good, and the bigger vision of bringing the highest good to the planet at large. Deborah is the host of the upcoming podcast "What if I Ran the World?" and finally she is a proud momma of her four-legged rescue family.
Tune in for this inspirational story and learn more about Kelli and her book:
k2creativellc.com
twentywonbook.com
In 2020 - the year of necessary changes for small businesses, nonprofits, and corporations... Kelli Komondor found the courage to follow her dreams - to start a business and become a published author. Kelli is the president and CEO of K2 Creative, a content, PR & marketing, and branding firm which she started in the middle of the 2020 global pandemic. She works with many small business clients, but has found a niche in providing creative copywriting, PR, and marketing services to female business owners, authors, coaches, and speakers. Kelli is the creator, project manager, and a contributing author of "Twenty Won", an Amazon bestseller anthology of 21 female entrepreneurs sharing their stories of business resilience during the global pandemic. Her chapter, "From Imposter to Inspiration" focuses on how she overcame imposter syndrome to start her business and inspire a group of women to participate in the Twenty Won book. Kelli loves to share her career history and how she went from feeling like an imposter, to being an inspiration. She enjoys honest, down-to-earth conversations and is continually finding ways to use her experiences to mentor other women.
How many people dream of being able to turn their passion into a profitable and enjoyable career? Now, how many people actually make that happen? Trey Christensen, VP of Growth, FirstBlood, has loved the world of gaming since he was young. He went on to become a Halo pro gamer, and ever since, has been enmeshed in the world of gaming as a career. We'll geek out on games (well, Bryan and Trey will, at least!), talk about the evolution and even the role technology has played in connecting us all in this world.
About Trey Trey is a former Halo pro gamer, currently VP of Growth at FirstBlood. Also, part of the Air Force National Guard, CEO of Vast.GG, formerly Director of Esports and later Dir. Digital Communications with the Dallas Mavericks.
From robots to 5G to sensor tech and awesome cameras, the highlight of the Olympics this year may have been the amazing tech coming out of it.
Also, a weird conversation turn to smell-o-vision.
Learn more about John: https://twitter.com/jmbrandonbb Don't forget to keep an eye out for his book: https://sevenminutesolution.com/
Learn More About Rebeca and 1C Story Network:
Rebeca has worked in entertainment for 17 years. She began as a literary publicist, launching the fiction division of a Top Ten Publisher, then founded and led a literary PR firm for nine years that served numerous NYT best-sellers. The next six years saw her running SON Studios in Naples, Florida, and raising several million dollars to support production of culture-enriching entertainment content. Along the way, ten of her books were published, she became a #1 Amazon best-selling writer, wrote and produced screenplays, and began writing for leading business publications like Foundr Magazine. More importantly, she had the honor of coming alongside numerous writers, producers, distributors, and promoters to assist in bringing their projects to fruition. In late 2019, Seitz followed her passion and launched The 1C Story Network to give life to stories and media that inspire, enlighten, and entertain.
https://www.justonec.com/
More About Stacy:
As a Small Business Strategist, Stacy Kessler supports and amplifies women entrepreneurs by helping them discover their unique brand of genius, confidently make decisions, and eliminate the overwhelm so they can thrive with sanity.
She specializes in helping these solopreneurs make sense of all their scattered thoughts and ideas to clarify their business strategy and message along with creating stellar websites and systems that make their business run like a well-oiled machine.
Stacy has also created a strong community of like-minded women entrepreneurs to provide a support system for one another. She co-hosts a free monthly event called Boss Lady Days to bring these women together to connect and mastermind—providing insight for one-another on overcoming tough challenges and planning for the future of their businesses.
Stacy’s business-building achievements include spearheading a student business incubator at The University of Wisconsin-Madison, working on world-renowned brands at Procter & Gamble, independently consulting with Fortune 500s, mentoring entrepreneurial groups, and founding and eventually selling one of Cincinnati’s first and oldest coworking spaces, Platform 53.
You can learn more about Stacy, get a slew of free resources, or sign up for Boss Lady Day at www.stacykessler.me.
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More about X: Hasani X started on the streets of Oakland California to becoming a first-generation college graduate earning an Ivy League degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He went on to found 4E Consulting, helping to grow small to mid-sized businesses. After exiting 4e Consulting, Hasani shifted gears from developing businesses to building people as a performance consultant and leadership coach. He is now CEO of Lead Your Story, a company that uses the power of STORY to build strong brands and company culture. A father of three, dedicated husband, and modern stoic.
Check out: www.leadyourstory.com
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More about Alex: ALEX MONTAGU founding partner Montagu Law and founder of The Tranquil Lawyer Alex Montagu is the founding partner of New York-based Montagu Law but is also a certified Meditation & Mindfulness Teacher, accredited by the IMMA (International Mindfulness and Meditation Alliance) and CPD from the School of Positive Transformation. He created TranquilLawyer.com as a platform with which to guide fellow lawyers and all other professionals in high-stress fields toward more fulfilling lives through meditation and mindfulness practices. His comprehensive studies and unique insight on various Eastern and esoteric philosophies and how they may be practically applied by those in Western cultures into their own lives has proven beneficial to many in the legal profession. He is an active member of the New York City Bar Association Mindfulness and Well-Being in Law Committee and is the author of the novel “The Riddle of the Sphinx”, a historic thriller and semi-biographical journey of self-discovery.
WEBSITE: TranquilLawyer.com
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And learn more about the foundation here: https://www.deskovicfoundation.org/
Jeff’s Story:
Jeffrey Deskovic lost his freedom on January 18, 1991, when he was sentenced to fifteen years to life in prison for the brutal rape and murder of Angela Correa, his classmate at Peekskill High School. In fact, she was raped and murdered by a crack addict named Steven Cunningham. Police deceived Jeff, claiming he failed three polygraph tests he passed, and subjected him to nearly seven hours of uninterrupted interrogation without food, a lawyer or parent present. He falsely confessed after police promised that, if he confessed, he could go home. He was only sixteen years old. Prosecutors and the medical examiner knew DNA in Angela did not match Jeff. Yet, they concocted evidence to frame him. Jeff spent the next sixteen years in several maximum-security prisons throughout New York State. Meanwhile, Cunningham remained free and three years after he murdered Angela, he murdered his girlfriend’s sister, a Peekskill school teacher named Patricia Morrison. She had three small children. Cunningham’s DNA was deposited into the FBI’s Combined DNA Index System (CoDIS) and matched the DNA in Angela. On March 16, 2007, Cunningham pled guilty to Angela’s rape and murder. At sentencing, Angela’s mother said Jeff was "blamed and sacrificed like a lamb,” and Patricia’s mother said had police not falsely accused Jeff, her daughter “would still be with us.” Had Cunningham gotten away with murder a second time, Jeff would still be in prison. Jeff’s rape and murder charges were dismissed on November 2, 2006. The judge who freed Jeff admitted “the undeniable fact that nothing can be done in this courtroom here today to erase the pain and suffering endured by you and your loved ones over the past sixteen years.” Jeff was marched into prison at age seventeen and walked out at age thirty-three. His entire adolescence and formative years had been stolen from him. To this day, none of the police, prosecutors or medical examiners who engineered Jeff’s conviction ever have been disciplined or suffered any career setbacks as a result of their misdeeds. In fact, the Peekskill police lieutenant in charge was promoted to Chief. After his release, Jeff earned a B.S. in Behavioral Science from Mercy College and his M.A. from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. In March 2012, he launched The Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice, and donated $1.5M from his compensation to get the Foundation off the ground. The Foundation works to free the wrongfully convicted, provides exonerees financial support to help them reintegrate into society, and engages in public advocacy to raise awareness about the need for criminal justice reform to prevent wrongful convictions in the future.
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Instagram @warriorartisan and @create_mickyann
Learn more about Dan Chan for Magic Events:
https://www.danchanmagic.com/
Learn more about his virtual Mentalist Show:
https://millionairesmentalist.com/
Watch his tricks in action on the video version of The Insomnicat Show:
Hire Dan for your next team building event!
Learn more about Aurora Corialis publishing and how you can ease the process by tapping in to some of the company's solutions: www.coriwamsley.com
Don't forget to grab a copy of Living Kindly: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096N3M6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_EPTWHH8MDFC2VCP01X4E_nodl
nd learn more about Cori: Cori Wamsley, CEO of Aurora Corialis Publishing, works with ambitious professionals who have a transformational story to share. She helps them quickly and easily write and publish a book for their brand that helps them be seen as an expert while building a relationship with the reader that leads to coaching and other business goals. Cori’s process helps them avoid the stress of not knowing what to write, writing for the wrong audience, or telling stories that don't click with the reader, while trying to figure out the whole publishing process and run their business or nonprofit at the same time. She helps her clients get started on the path to a bigger presence, unshakeable confidence in their authority, a streamlined approach to getting their brand in front of ideal clients, and a massive feather in their cap that gets them booked with media and speaking more often. Cori’s bestselling book The SPARK Method: How to Write a Book for Your Business Fast and her unique publishing programs empower business owners to get their message heard. Cori has 16 years’ experience as a professional writer and editor, including 10 years with the Departments of Energy and Justice and 4 years as the executive editor of Inspiring Lives Magazine. She also wrote seven fiction books, including the children’s book Monkey Mermaid Magic, which she coauthored with her daughter London and also illustrated. She contributed chapters to the anthologies Twenty Won and Living Kindly. Cori holds a master’s and bachelor’s in English literature (and a random bachelor’s in biology).
Learn more about Simon Data: https://www.simondata.com/
Follow Jason Davis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjasondavis
Grab her books:
https://www.amazon.com/Lauren-Clemett/e/B00JO0QTUW%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Check out The Audacious Agency:
https://theaudaciousagency.com/
Website: www.fsinmotion.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FengShuiJillian/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fengshuiinmotion/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/fengshuiinmotion/
Get your copy now (and go spread some kindness): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096N3M6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_EPTWHH8MDFC2VCP01X4E_nodl
Do you know how many of the Instagram influencers you follow rarely look in real life the way they do in those photos? Thanks to photo editing, we can make ourselves look wildly different than we really do. This can be really damaging for young (and old) people who are basing their appearances off of those influencers.
We chatted with Phung Tran, an exercise physiologist, about how to look good (and really just stay healthy) without the crazy unrealistic expectations set by influencers.
Listen in to this fun discussion and get some health inspiration today.
More About Phung Tran: Excited to achieve your ideal body with healthy habits that last forever? Then Phung Tran is your new fitness bestie. As an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, Phung has helped young women of color like you, to implement science-backed methods to lose weight, with personalized exercise routines and the joy of eating. Her fitness strategy has prompted her clients to be more health-conscious while continuing to enjoy life as it should be. When she’s not busy breaking a sweat, you can find Phung cuddling with her black cat on the bed, and crocheting her latest amigurumi project.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/phung-d-tran/
website: https://www.believinghim.com Author Page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Andrea-Lende/e... Life After Lupus YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWda... Believing Him YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWda... Downloads from God Podcast: https://anchor.fm/andrea-lende
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Be sure to check out his book, too: Wrestling Depression is Not for Wimps https://www.amazon.com/WRESTLING-DEPRESSION-NOT-WIMPS-Depression/dp/1945252650/
Oh, and don't forget to pick up a copy of Tammy's book, Fatal Intent. (Yes, she found a way to merge her career and writing into one, how cool!)
https://amzn.to/3fjIy7G
When do we have conversations that matter while trying to understand both perspectives? Here's a man who is inspiring others to do just that by creating a movement to be the change we want to see in the world. He's doing this through the power of: conversations. As a Conversational Activist, he's decided to dedicate his life to having tough conversations with those he disagrees with or who are different from him. Listen in to hear about what happens when he does that and how we can follow in his footsteps to have less arguments and more powerful conversations that matter.
Route 529: A Parent's Guide to Saving for College and Career Training with 529 Plans https://amzn.to/3fqEUYu
Learn More: https://www.ginabell.co/
Get the book: https://amzn.to/3tJXz6L
Reading Recommendation on Mindset:
Jiu Jitsu for Small People: (And Other Weird S#!T I Think About) by Bryan DeLuca
https://amzn.to/3eYzT9f
Reading Recommendation on Mindset:
Jiu Jitsu for Small People: (And Other Weird S#!T I Think About) by Bryan DeLuca
https://amzn.to/3eYzT9f
What a fun and inspiring time with decorated Army Vet turned Business Turnaround Consultant, Steven Kuhn. Listen in for the tricks to being more authentic in your branding. Find out what common characteristic successful people share, and listen in for a sneak peek at Steven's thoughts on product quality. He also shares some ideas from his book (being turned into a college course!): Check out Unleash Your Humble Alpha https://amzn.to/3uvUZ5a
About Steven Steven Kuhn is a consultant, author and speaker who has been hand-picked to consult with some of the most influential people in the world (rock stars, singers, actors, business leaders and politicians) about how to expand their brand, build value and loyalty and develop strategies for increasing beneficial relationships and achieving true Quality of Life (QOL). Steven Kuhn hails from Pennsylvania USA and served in the U.S. Army from 1986 -1993 in Germany and one tour as a Sergeant in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm. Upon discharge from the Army, Kuhn continued to live in Europe where he later became a best-selling author, a multi-country business turnaround leader, Political Consultant and completed his MBA at the prestigious Bradford University School of Business Management in Leeds, U.K. Steven has operated and owned businesses in 4 countries, generating hundreds of millions for his clients.
Check out Unleash Your Humble Alpha https://amzn.to/3uvUZ5a
Get ready for a story of inspiration. This is for all the times you think you can't keep going or feel completely uninspired. Meet a man who overcomes the effect of paralysis regularly-- accomplishing more and more with every day that goes by. Next time you come up with an excuse for why you can't do something-- think of Rick.
Rick Werry was born in a small town in Utah. The youngest of 4 kids growing up on a dairy farm. As a teenager Rick loved sports and being outdoors. In 2007 Rick married his college sweetheart Tara. One year later while building their house, Rick was in a construction accident and broke his neck. His life changed that day as Rick became paralyzed from the chest down. Rick was scared, sad and unsure what the future holds when a nurse came into his hospital room. The nurse was holding a red pen and a calendar. She told Rick that any time you accomplish something you couldn't do yesterday we will write it down and call it a "Red Letter Day".
Rick has taken that nurses advice not only for recovering from a spinal cord injury, but also as a life lesson. In ricks "wheelchair life" Rick has accomplished so many amazing things. Rick has a handcycle and rides long distances, plays wheelchair Rugby and is always hunting. Rick and Tara now have twin boys that are their whole life. Rick is a great dad and always playing with the "boys",
Rick has started to compile his life lessons and "Red letter Days" into a memoir, and plans to publish it.
As the Founder of GrubHub, Mike Evans was the technology pioneer in restaurant ordering & delivering. A few years after leaving the company, he founded another called Fixer.com, a new kind of home repair and improvement service. On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, Mike tells us more about Fixer.com and what makes the customer experience so much better and different. We'll chat about full-time vs. contractors for employees and the amazing way the company is focusing on retention.
And, if you're in Dallas, Chicago, (or Brooklyn!), you can get some help from Fixer.com right now-- all you have to do is text "FIXER" on your phone and someone will come over and help with your household needs.
Listen in to learn more.
About Mike Evans: Mike Evans is Founder & CEO of Fixer.com, a new kind of home repair and improvement service operating in Dallas & Chicago with expansion plans to serve more US cities soon. Bringing tremendous vision and grasp of ground-breaking technology from his years as founder of Grubhub (a company he left in 2014), Mike Evans is changing both the employee & customer experience at Fixer.com which offers a training center, easy-to-schedule on-time customer service calls, and ongoing homeowner protection plans.
What a true inspiration Lori Livingston is! If you don't recognize her, maybe you're used to seeing her as the FBI Skrull Agent in Captain Marvel and Wandavision. But she is so much more than an actress. Lori began her career as a model-- always staying true to her inner self and believing that others would see the value in it, too-- and today she's even launched a fashion line and an inspiring book about beauty for young people.
Lori encompasses the term creative and she joins us to chat about her journey to Marvel, but also her philosophies on life, and the ones she followed to overcome some struggles and keep pressing forward.
Want to learn more about Lori? There's plenty to check out. IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7510978/ MCU Wiki - https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Lori_Livingston Screenrant - https://screenrant.com/wandavision-finale-post-credits-explained-skrulls-fury-twins/ Buy her book: But Beauty Wasn't Within Me https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Z843QNJ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorilivingston/?hl=en Check out her clothing line: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TBOYCHIQ
Sometimes being creative means doing things YOUR way and not necessarily the way that makes you the most money or provides the most prestige. We chatted with Jeremy Norrie, Producer and Director (check out some of his work in the links below) about his non-traditional journey to film production and discovered that so many of the creatives we talk to regularly are actually self-taught! Dive in and learn more-- get inspired.
More about Jeremy: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11011122/ https://www.amazon.com/Jeremy-Norrie-director-Dont-Bigfoot/dp/B08KMDYF5T
Jeremy makes films for Amazon, FOX & CBS among other streaming platforms where we get to tell stories about all kinds of topics. All of our films are from a serious open minded perspective, and there is an ongoing theme of overcoming adversity, helping people and personal struggles.
It's almost summer BBQ time again and we've got a fun (and simple) recipe to wow guests. On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, Chef Joshua Northcutt of Deri Dari joins us to cook! We'll have some laughs along the way and you'll learn how you can customize to your specific tastes. Also: Chef Joshua shares some little known kitchen must-haves and teaches us in real time how much fun virtual cooking can be in bringing people together.
Learn more about Chef Joshua and register to cook with him: https://www.deridari.com/chefs/28
Today's Recipe: 1/2 head cauliflower (2 cups) 1 small head broccoli (2 cups) 1 red bell pepper 1/2 cup mayo 2 tablespoon apple cider vin 2 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper
- Cut cauliflower florets off stem and into small pieces
- Remove florets from broccoli and cut into small pieces
- Dice red bell pepper
- In large mixing bowl, place 2 cups broccoli, 2 cups cauliflower, and red bell pepper
- Add mayo, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper and mix until fully incorporated
- Cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or over night
How many of your memories involve FOOD? We had a fun time with Bobby Hedglin-Taylor! After his mothers death at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, he began a new adventure in her memory, authoring his first cookbook memoir of recipes and stories entitled:
Escape to Ravioli Mountain- a memoir in food. Recipes and amusing anecdotes from growing up in a dysfunctional Italian family on a mountaintop in rural Pennsylvania.
We'll talk about the role food plays in connection and memories, as well as some of the exciting hats Bobby wears.
More about Bobby: His work featured Broadway, Off Broadway, national tours, and rock concerts. He was the Cirque choreographer - RWS & Holland America Cruise line and performed twice in the Phish - at Madison Square Garden new years eve shows.
Coming soon-SUPER YOU -The Musical opening off broadway! SuperYouMusical.com @SuperYouMusical on Instagram and Tiktok www.bobbyhedglintaylor.com
What a fun and educational episode with our new friend Jake from Deri Dari. As an American living in Germany for 22 years, running a boutique tour guide service, Jake was shuttered by COVID-19 (as were many businesses). So what did he do? Pivoted!
Now he's CEO of Deri Dari, an online platform that features real chefs who are creating and selling interactive live cooking courses with ingredient delivery! He's connecting friends and families around the world and his chefs are top notch.
Want to get involved and have some fun? Visit www.deridari.com
Stay tuned for next week's episode where Bryan and I cook live with Deri Dari Chef Joshua!
The Michelle Lynette is a poet-- a business woman-- and an inspirational leader.
On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we're going to chat about her roots, the inspiration behind her poetry, overcoming adversity, thriving, giving back... there's so much here. We'll even chat about the best times to write.
Who is Michelle? She is a native Houstonian who has a beautiful love for the arts and people. Michelle was introduced to the world of arts at an early age by her mother and grandmother who had a pressing hand on her being apart of various extra-curricular activities until she made her own connection with what she enjoyed most - writing, fashion, and acting.
This fun and motivational chat will kick start your day and get you feeling energized.
Learn More About Michelle (and her new fashion line!): https://www.themichellelynette.com/ https://www.instagram.com/themichellelynette/ https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleLynette/
Tony DeMil joins us on this vibrant episode of the Insomnicat Show to chat about how he found his purpose and came alive through acting.
After concluding his time in the Army, he had to figure out what he wanted to do with his life. After some stand-up comedy, he came alive and pursued his on-screen passion.
We’ll talk to Tony about his philosophy on life, which includes positive tones such as:
• There’s no actor who sucks. • Life comes with its challenges. • The awareness is what propels us to be better. • How can I be better? • We should all be celebrating one another. Even when you have money in the bank, work lined up, and all seems to be going well, family who loves you, sometimes you’re just not feeling “it”. But do those feelings come to help you expand your purpose and discover your weakness to help you become a true Master?
*Warning—we drop a lot of F-bombs in this self-discovery episode. 😊
Join us for some fun with Tony—On Netflix, catch him in Upcoming Creepshow, Zola, a Sundance Select, and High Expectations with Kelsey Grammar
And be sure to follow tony on Instagram @tonydmafia
"It's time to reignite your projects and spark the stale ideas!"
We have fun with all of our guests, but Business Humorist, Lisa David Olson, really got us having a good time! From pranks to selfies with strangers, she really knows how to have fun.
This episode is all about humor, but it's also about using humor as a means to heal! Her book, Laughs on Wry, shares how humor helped her thrive through the worst incidents. Eventually humor became her second career. An improvisation artist, prankster and goofy friend, Olson is also a comedy writer, improv coach, silly mom and professional speaker. She runs a sketch comedy troupe called Heart of La Crosse, of which she has been a member since 1999.
Lisa has discovered the importance of using humor as a method to connecting and she's going to tell us all about it.
After listening in, expect to understand more about health in humor and feel reignited to create and play!
Want more of Lisa?
https://instagram.com/lisadavidolson?igshid=1or8swbebxh74 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stranger-connections/id1516167809 http://linkedin.com/in/lisa-david-olson-80376612 https://www.facebook.com/lisa.olson.improv.buddy http://lisadavidolson.com/
Tune in to Phun on the Phone by Lisa David Olson https://music.apple.com/us/album/phun-on-the-phone/1547231243
After the sudden death of her young husband, Susan Hannifin-MacNab felt uncertain about how to get through her grief and be there for her child and herself. Her journey led her to found A2Z Healing Toolbox®️, a heart-based business that assists the bereaved in integrating authentic, practical, action-based tools into their lives while healing with intention. On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we'll learn more about that journey, as well as receive practical advice from her five-time award winning book, A to Z Healing Toolbox: A Practical Guide for Navigating Grief and Trauma with Intention, is used by mental health practitioners and bereaved communities world-wide.
Buy the book: https://amzn.to/3cmHAG9
Get practical knowledge so you can better navigate during your difficult times: http://www.a2zhealingtoolbox.com/
More about Susan: Susan Hannifin-MacNab, MSW, PPSC is a social worker, educator, and author who holds a Masters in Social Work, a Bachelors in Education and credentials as a teacher and school social worker. After the sudden death of her young husband, Susan founded A2Z Healing Toolbox®️, a heart-based business that assists the bereaved in integrating authentic, practical, action-based tools into their lives while healing with intention. She facilitates conference workshops, professional development trainings, and keynote presentations internationally. Susan’s five-time award winning book, A to Z Healing Toolbox: A Practical Guide for Navigating Grief and Trauma with Intention, is used by mental health practitioners and bereaved communities world-wide. She also serves as the Programs and Education Manager for Soaring Spirits International, a non-profit organization that provides programming, support and hope to the global widowed community.
Sara-Jane Ladums was teacher working 80-100 hours each week. Now she's gained a new level of freedom as a self-care and productivity coach, fitness professional, podcaster and business owner. On this episode of the Insomnicat Show, we'll talk about transitioning from full time career to self-employed -- all the glory and struggle that comes with it! We'll also learn more about the challenges female entrepreneurs encounter, especially when it comes to work-life balance.
When she had her daughter she decided to work for herself and be “FREE!” So, she started a fitness business training clients for about 2 years until COVID-19 hit.
The pandemic forced her to pivot her business where she created a new company called Network to Empower Her. After seeing so many women take their business online she decided to launch her own networking community in the UK. She also coaches female entrepreneurs in groups and on a 1:1 basis, teaching them how to harness the power of their hormones to help them feel more energized and be more productive in their business.
The EMPOWERher podcast is an extension of the networking company where SJ shares selfcare and productivity tools for female entrepreneurs.
Learn more and get involved: https://www.networktoempowerher.com/
Tune in to the podcast: https://wellnessandwellies.podbean.com
Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/739217206907805
We all have turning points in our lives. One man’s turning point led him to join the army. Despite the opposition from shocked family members, he makes the commitment one fateful day in June. What follows is a series of hardships, both physical and emotional, that will change his life forever. After ten years of silence, he is ready to tell his story.
On this episode of The Insomnicat Show we get the opportunity to chat with Specialist Eric Herrera to learn about his experience in the U.S. Army, his transition back to civilian life and the importance of raising awareness and providing our great Vets with resources so they can better adapt.
If you or someone you know is in need of resources, visit: https://www.maketheconnection.net/resources/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImde7kMSA7wIVMvbjBx3SSQv0EAAYASAAEgKDKvD_BwE
Read the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Bomb-Hunters-Story-Clearing-Roads/dp/B08C9618QF
About Eric: Specialist Eric Herrera served in the US Army from 2005-2010. He was a Combat Engineer and was stationed in Schweinfurt, Germany. He did two tours in Iraq and my unit’s mission was to conduct route clearance and make safe movement for all US and Iraqi forces.
Creativity. The Maker Movement. Safe explosions! We spent some time with Host and Presenter Tory Belleci (you probably know him from Mythbusters) chatting about how the Maker movement became mainstream and why we should encourage our youngsters to get hands on!
We'll also talk about some of his craziest stunts, his Amazon series The Great Escapists, and his upcoming project on MotorTrends. This is an episode you don't want to miss.
Check out The Great Escapists on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/The-Great-Escapists-Season-1/dp/B08S1DT9J7
And keep an eye out for his upcoming projects.
@Tory Belleci On Instagram and Twitter www.ToryBelleci.com to learn more.
Let's face it... parenting is HARD work and probably the most important job you'll ever have. Rose Clark, Authorized Language of Listening Coach, joins us to chat about the methods she learned and now teaches that really changed the struggle that can be raising children. Her tips are simple, but put a different spin on the way we think about our kids and their motives. When we approach our children in this way, we're open to transformation and less of a battle. Listen in and see if these tips might work for you.
Learn More about Rose: https://linktr.ee/love.the.way.you.parent
We had SO much fun with Paranormal Investigator Kristy Sumner of Soul Sisters Paranormal.
Kristy has had the opportunity to communicate with several spirits (you can call the ghosts, if you'd like) and she'll share some of the evidence (we've also included her footage from these encounters). And for the non-believers, we'll even discuss the research and scientific approach her team takes.
We'll talk all about spirits, whether they're always around, how to get in touch with them, and all types of paranormal activity. Bryan will even share his ghost stories!
About Kristy Sumner: In 2014, Dr. Kristy Sumner coupled her passion for travel, history and the paranormal when she formed Soul Sisters Paranormal, an all-female team, made up of Sumner, her two sisters and two friends. As a team of 5 investigators, Soul Sisters Paranormal traveled to some of the most historic and, reportedly, haunted locations in the U.S. in an attempt to determine for themselves if spirit activity does exist and to highlight the rich history of each location. Individually, each member of the team is an accomplished professional in her respective field, and each holds a Masters, PhD or JD degree. The team traveled to and investigated numerous US locations, including: the Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (WV), The Lizzie Borden House (MA), the Villisca Ax Murder House (IA), the St. Augustine Lighthouse (FL), Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary (TN) and many others.
In 2020, Soul Sisters Paranormal moved to a two-investigator format, with only Kristy and her twin sister, Dr. Jenny Sumner conducting the paranormal investigations.
Prior to forming Soul Sister Paranormal, Kristy, who holds a PhD in Public Affairs with an emphasis on Criminal Justice, was a senior director for a Registered Traveler company focused on biometric clearances for the traveling public, she was a senior consultant for a biometric credentialing company, and she was college professor at Metro State College of Denver and the University of Central Florida.
Check them out: https://www.soulsistersparanormal.com/ Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfRN9bYQ412yL_ysN2n6seA
So, what exactly does a Chief Decision Scientist do? It's all in the DATA! On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we chatted with Ganes Kesari, Chief Decision Scientist, and Co-Founder of Gramener, about decision making of the future, the importance of data science, major mistakes companies make when analyzing their data, AND even how to apply data science to you own life so you can make better decisions personally.
Join us as we learn more about data for storytelling.
About Ganes:
I’m passionate about Data Science, Technology and Startups. 10 years ago, I co-founded Gramener, a data science company. Having scaled it up to a 200+ member organization, I currently head decision science advisory and lead innovation at the Gramener AI and Story Labs.
I advise executives of large enterprises and the senior leadership of NGOs and Governments on data science. I specialize in building data science teams and helping organizations adopt a data culture.
Visit his website: https://gkesari.com/
Follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gkesari/
More about Gramener: https://gramener.com/
Justin Sandler-- director, producer, writer, editor, host, business owner, survivor -- has an inspirational story to share. He was riding high when he was shuddered by his cancer diagnosis. But that most certainly didn't stop him. Listen in for his story of inspiration and practical advice for those looking to overcome challenges right now. We could all use a little of this right now.
About Justin: Justin Sandler is a director, actor, drummer, writer, speaker, and cancer survivor. He and wife Mary Lou Sandler own 3 cubed studios LLC (2016 Outstanding Small Business of the Year by the United Chambers of Commerce).
A graduate of Indiana University, he has directed and produced cable TV in Chicago; wrote, directed, and produced commercials for ABC & FOX in Palm Springs; and has been in Los Angeles working as a professional TV, film, and commercial actor, as well as a recording and touring musician.
His film, "Welcome to Where You've Always Been" (writer, director, actor, editor, producer) appeared in 21 festivals, won 5 awards (including his award for Best Actor in a Leading Role, Best Short, and the 2018 IIFC Inspirational Filmmaker Award), and is now available on Shorts TV and Amazon Prime USA & UK.
Justin is the producer, co-director, co-writer, and editor for the upcoming documentary, "Caregiving Cancer: The Silent Heroes" as well as the director, producer, writer, editor, and host for the upcoming documentary, "MANtimacy." He is currently performing his one-man show "Embrace Love Free" in Los Angeles as well as inspirationally speaking about his cancer journey, including an upcoming TEDx appearance.
https://www.3cubedstudios.com/
We hear so much about self-publishing books, but how often do we hear about self-publishing board games! Inspired by his love of dogs and board games, Alex Lu, passionately pursued the development of his very own board game: Dogs BOND(pre-order it, we'll put the link below for you!). How exactly do you self-publish a board game? Well, it all starts with the story and knowing your audience.
Lu will share with us the exact steps he took to development and inspire you to try it out too.
Get yours now: https://www.dogsbondgame.com/
Imagine a world where you could help others... easily. Like with the click of a button, find out who was in need and then see if their need is something that you could help them with.
Good news. Tara Eusebi, Founder and Chief Blesser has created an app that makes it easy to find people who are in need (and makes it easy for you to ask for help if you're in need).
She's developing a community -- with a giant vision of how we can all come together to help one another.
All you have to do is download the Bless App and instantly find people you can help.
In these difficult times, it makes sense to join a blessed community and give what you can. Sometimes, all someone needs is to be heard. I'm sure that's something we can all identify with.
Let's jump on the blessing train and download the app today.
Think about traveling in a new way. On this episode, we'll chat with Jeff Bonaldi, CEO and Founder of Explorer's Passage about taking trips that are immersive and tell stories. This is about embedding stories into physical journeys. And if you're wondering how to do all this during a pandemic, Jeff has some tips for you, too! It's absolutely possible. Learn More about these fascinating trips: www.explorerspassage.com
Jeff's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zus0nfFEx8
About Jeff In 2014, when Jeff launched TEP, he wanted to provide people with perspective on history’s greatest events through adventure. He developed the concept of – “The Story”. The Story is the historical element uncovered through extensive research and woven seamlessly throughout many of the TEP adventures. The Story, he believes, is what launches travel into the realm of transcendent, leaving travelers invigorated, enriched and enlightened.
What's the purpose of floating in a tank of water filled with 700 lbs. of salt? For starters, it can ignite new levels of creativity.
Floatation tanks, also called isolation tanks, have existed for decades. But today, more people are discovering the benefits of “Floating in Quiet Darkness.”
That’s the title of the new book by Glenn and Lee Perry. Glenn was inspired by his experience in 1972 at a 5-day workshop and dedicated his life's work to this innovation.
Glenn and Lee Perry are the founders of Samadhi Tank Company and pioneered what has become a global industry. You can learn more about it at www.samadhitank.com.
Point to a person that's never had pain... Bet you can't. Whether you work at a desk or you're a pro athlete, you've endured some form of pain. On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we chat with Dr. Mac, Owner of MAC Performance Clinic, to discuss how pretty much anyone can implement conservative, drug free care to achieve pain free states. According to Dr. Mac, when combining Sports Chiropractic, soft tissue and home exercises patients are able to move better faster and stay better longer. We'll get into some specifics and crush your preconceived notions about chiropractic medicine (if you had any). We'll even touch on things that the elderly can do to get rid of pain.
Learn more about Dr. Mac AKA Melissa McDonald: https://www.macperformanceclinic.com/
Did you know that there are three types of travel? Leisure, Healing, and Wellness travel.
While becoming a huge market, healing travel is often lumped in with wellness travel, but it’s entirely different. On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we chat with Jackie Roby, Chief Excellence Officer at Inspired Journey Consulting about these different types of travel and how to plan trips that heal your spirit instead of ones that make you feel like you need a vacation from your vacation.
Learn more about Jackie and Inspired Journey Consulting and get started on your healing travel trip now: https://inspiredjourneyconsulting.com/travelcanheal/
Even during the pandemic, there are ways to bring this type of travel to your home! Tune in to learn all about it.
On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we'll talk about becoming kinder and gentler with technology and the concept of data driven humanity. We'll discuss how humans should be using technology for good and why data is crucial for decision making in business. When we think of data, we don't often think about its impact on human resources and the employment experience, but that's what Speakfully is focusing on and we'll discuss that as well.
Nandini Easwar is the CTO and Co-Founder of Speakfully. She is responsible for the tech side of the organic and ever-evolving human-centric platform to address workplace mistreatment including retaliation, harassment, and microaggression. Known for humanizing tech solutions, Nandini is ensuring the success of the Speakfully mission by integrating social and emotional intelligence into the overall technical roadmap of the brand. Prior to joining Speakfully, Nandini headed the Esurance software engineering department and also served as a technical advisor to companies globally. A passionate proponent of women in STEM, Nandini supports access to diverse talents while enabling women to grow and learn to their fullest potential.
Learn More about Speakfully: https://speakfully.com/
We had the pleasure of chatting with Paul Lockhart, CEO of NoviSphere, and former astronaut who twice piloted the Space Shuttle Endeavour. Through his work for both NASA and the private sector, he’s gained a great deal of insight into the challenges surrounding keeping the air we breathe clean and pathogen-free.
Paul answers all of our questions about space tech, Mars, UV-C technology and how it could help with COVID-19, as well as what we need to know about the air we breathe.
NoviSphere recently launched its first product, a system that uses UV-C light to kill 99.99% of airborne bacteria, viruses and other pathogens, including coronavirus (confirmed by independent testing). The system’s unique design combines UV-C arrays with proprietary baffling technology, which ensures the pathogens are exposed to the UV light for the optimal length of time to be destroyed. Because the UV-C lights are fully sealed inside the unit, it’s safe to use in heavily trafficked areas like hospitals, malls, restaurants, sports arenas, etc.
Learn more about NoviSphere: https://novisphere.com/
Elizabeth Buko was once a chemical engineer. After losing her job (one which she worked tirelessly to climb the ladder at) she felt lost. What did she love? Money. So her journey took her down the path of wealth coach.
In this chat, we'll talk about being honest about our relationship with money, and also bring up some wise money-saving tips, even if you don't have much money at all.
Tune in and learn more about Elizabeth Buko at: https://www.wealthfromlittle.com/about-me Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthfromlittle/?hl=en
On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we have the pleasure of welcoming back Damon Brown, a "non-traditional entrepreneur", author and speaker, who will be talking about the resources we all have and how to figure out which one is our most dominant so we can create our world.
We'll chat about concepts like - moving upstream and why this is so detrimental for many. - the game plan for time and key tactics to strengthening and setting boundaries - Energy full vs energy challenged—regardless of which we fall into how we handle this effectively
Pre-Order His New Book Build From Now: How to Know Your Power, See Your Abundance & Nourish the World January 28, 2012 (Paperback, Digital, Audiobook) www.damonbrown.net https://amzn.to/34X0JdP
Our biggest hurdle today isn’t finding the right hack to more output, but understanding that accepting our limitations actually improves our results. The follow-up to the critically-acclaimed Bring Your Worth, Build From Now shows how each and every one of us has four different resources: focus, agility, time, and energy. We have more or less of each, depending on where we are in our lives. Know your strengths and you’ll be able to be productive, creative, and inspired. Forever. Like Damon Brown’s best-selling Bite-Sized Entrepreneur series, Build From Now shows you how to take the resources you have already have to help create the world you want to see.
Who is Damon Brown? Damon Brown helps side hustlers, solopreneurs, and other non-traditional creatives bloom. As a best-selling author, two-time startup founder, and four-time TED Speaker, Damon co-founded the popular platonic connection app Cuddlr and led it to acquisition within a year, all while being the primary caretaker of his infant son. He now guides others through his one-on-one business coaching, Inc. Magazine column: www.incdamonbrown.com and side hustle bootcamp : http://paylancing.teachable.com
Most recently, Damon was the first Entrepreneur-In-Residence at the Toledo Library. His latest book in the Bring Your Worth series, Build From Now: How to Know Your Power, See Your Abundance & Nourish the World (January 2021), is available at www.buildfromnow.com.
Join his community at www.JoinDamon.me.
Being angry is natural. These days, it feels like there's a lot to be angry about, and that's understandable. However, when does that anger become extreme? Is it actually harming you and those around you? We sat down with Michelle Farris, LMFT, who specializes in anger management, to discuss proven strategies for managing anger. This CAN be done and even be done QUICKLY.
Take a listen and for more information on this topic, sign up for Michelle's free e-mail course on anger: https://counselingrecovery.lpages.co/relationship-communication-skills/
Or buy her eBook: https://counselingrecovery.lpages.co/relationship-communication-skills/
More about Michelle Farris: https://www.counselingrecovery.com/
We love this quote from Glenn: "You're most comfortable in life...right before death"
What a fun time we had with Glenn Lundy (check out his show #RISEANDGRIND). We'll talk about Glenn's inspiring story and then dive in to what it takes to create a movement these days. This is an inspirational episode you won't want to miss.
Don't forget to catch him on his show: https://glennlundy.com/riseandgrind/
But first, a little bit about Glenn: He is a husband to 1, a father to 7, and the host of the wildly popular Facebook Live show #RiseAndGrind. He’s been seen at places like Hustle and Grind Con, Grow Your Business For God’s Sake! and many more stages across the country. Glenn has been spotlighted on ABC, NBC, and CBS, and is an expert in dealership culture development, and leadership training. With 20 years experience in the automotive industry, Glenn lead a dealership from 120 cars a month to an 800% increase in sales in five years, becoming the 2nd largest used car franchise in the country. His unique style makes him one of the most coveted GM’s in the business. Glenn has the unique ability to help identify the areas for growth in your store, and teach creative ways to invoke your dealerships spirit. With a background in sales, and finance, he uses his skill sets to create growth, as well as tapping into the mental side of human development.
On this episode of The Insomnicat Show we chat with Lindsay Blount, a Doctoral student at William & Mary and Assistant to the Dean. She's also a military spouse, a photographer AND writing a book about identity at its roots. She's got a story to share--
Months ago (in the midst of a pandemic) she discovered she's donor conceived and has 18 siblings-- all from DNA test result on a Saturday afternoon in May. Already in the midst of a pandemic, this was heavy news. She then figured out who the Donor is and it sent her through an identity crisis spiral. Her biodad is incredibly prominent and in the public eye in his state and he wants nothing to do with her or my siblings.
Through that, she has learned that identity is not fixed, rather it’s completely a growth mindset. As she puts it, we can literally learn through our identity, even when the roots of our ancestral tree have been unearthed and we are identity-less for a bit. Listen in to her story about the beauty of freedom from crisis on the other side of all of this and she shares her story and how she's worked through this.
This will be a very inspirational and touching episode that makes us all think about identity differently.
Follow her journey on Instagram
It's no surprise that Artificial Intelligence is becoming an integral part of our human lives. For some, this is exciting. For others, it's scary. On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we talk to Tom Ross, AI Metaphysician and Author, about the relationships between humans and machines and what our future might look like. We'll also discuss "Open Source Mode" which focuses on finding our very unique human skillsets and teaching AI to prepare it for people so we can live in harmony with machines in the future.
More About Tom: Tom Ross @ www.tomross.com President & CEO of TAFFD's (Transdisciplinary Agora For Future Discussions) Director of Sentient Rights for USTP (United States Transhumanist Party) Author of "US6" ("The first novel written for Machinekind.")
We're kicking off Season 3 of The Insomnicat Show with a former guest, Elizabeth Barry, The Kind Communicator, Author, Speaker, and Business Coach. On this episode, we'll go deep, have some laughs, and get real about relationships and communication when things aren't going so well. A lot of positive energy coming from this episode, so tune in and kick off 2021 with good vibes.
For more about Elizabeth: https://thekindcommunicator.com/
To purchase her new books: https://thekindcommunicator.com/books/
We're back with Dr. Bill Barry and Maria Bot to chat about their new book, Robot Ranger and the great work the duo have done over the course of the pandemic.
But first-- yes, Maria Bot actually co-authored this book! Surprisingly, it was even her idea to write a story in the first place.
And of course, we'll be chatting with Maria Bot herself, where she'll tell us about the strides she's making intelligently, the book, and even crack a few jokes for us. You may even witness a brand new story being written right before your eyes.
To learn more about Robot Ranger and to snag a copy, visit:
Paperback or eBook Kindle: Prime members receive by the holiday https://amzn.to/36lsqhd
Apple Books: https://books.apple.com/us/book/robot-ranger/id1537781794
Autographed copies ( 5 day delivery) and an economical PDF without the the advanced features of Kindle or Apple Books (only $1.99): robotparkranger.com
Self-inquiry teacher and conscious leadership consultant Wendy May helps people radically redefine their relationship with purpose. On this episode, we'll dive into what it means to find your regenerative purpose and how this is radically different than simply finding your purpose.
Learn more about Wendy and her work: http://www.heywendymay.com/
Buy the book: http://heywendymay.com/regenerative-purpose/
Veteran engineer Steve Taranovich shares the stories of the everyday engineers responsible for keeping astronauts of the space program safe before the historic moon landing. Listen to the stories he picked up along the way and during the writing of his new book: Guardians of the Right Stuff.
Grab his book on Amazon today: https://amzn.to/2Im6jOE
Dr. Randall Wright is the Medical Director of the Brain Wellness Center at The Woodlands and is a member of the Houston Methodist Department of Neurology. As a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurologist with unique expertise in stroke and dementia prevention and brain health, his clinical interests also include epilepsy, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, headache/Botox injection, Parkinson’s disease, neck and back pain, and obstructive sleep apnea/sleep disorders.
Throughout the duration of the pandemic, Dr. Wright has also been bringing best practices to telemedicine, as co-founder of ModiHealth, a virtual health and wellness company that takes an integrative approach to health, providing virtual care solutions to improve access to care, patient outcomes, and quality of life.
Additionally, Dr. Wright is a published author (The Wright Choice) and an expert guest speaker on topics such as the effects on the brain of binge-watching television, how to optimize sleep, and overall brain health.
During this specific show, hosts Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino will discuss with Dr. Wright the science behind what’s changing inside of us as we adjust to certain aspects of this new world we’ve been living in, as well as the impact it’s having on family and social interactions.
Learn More about Dr. Randy's work:
Modi Health https://modiht.com/
Dr. Randy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/randall-wright-7094305/
Dr Randy's Blog Brain Blog 2.0 https://brainblog20.wordpress.com/
The Wright Choice on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Wright-Choice-Familys-Prescription-Healthy/dp/0983544700
Chatting with Chief Kindness Officer and Founder of Kindleigh about how to promote kindness and actually pay it forward. This inspiring discussion about the power of kindness is exactly what you need to get you moving and make a difference in evern one person's life.
Learn more about how spread kindness and the work Leigh does here: https://www.kindleigh.org/
Join the Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kindnesscommunity
On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we're joined by the Speaking Scientist, Nick Milanovich. Nick, a science guy by trade, embarked on a journey to teach scientific minds how to communicate through the spoken word and their presentations.
Sometimes it's difficult to translate heavily technical concepts into language that many audiences can understand. That's where he steps in.
Learn more about Nick and Speaking Science: https://www.speakingscience.com/
We chatted with Rabbi Simon Jacobson, a pioneering speaker, educator and mentor to thousands. We had an opportunity to talk about these very trying times we're going through and discussed strategies for dealing with disagreements. There are better ways to have civil discussions rather than argue. Join us for this very inspiring discussion.
Rabbi Jacobson is the Dean and Founder of The Meaningful Life Center, coined “The Spiritual Starbucks” by the New York Times, which bridges the secular and the spiritual. He is the author of the best-selling book Toward a Meaningful Life.
Learn more about him and his work: https://www.meaningfullife.com/
More and more, people are becoming hesitant to believe what they see, read or hear in the news. Milan Kordestani, Founder of The Doe, wanted to take a new approach to media and sharing stories. The Doe shares content from anonymous (but seriously vetted) sources that encourages healthy discussions among readers. This unbiased approach is a refreshing way to consume news and opinions in a world where we're inundated with content and there's little room for healthy debate and new voices.
Read More: www.thedoe.com
On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, we're joined by Julian Treasure, Communication Expert, Author, and Founder of The Sound Agency. We'll talk about the art of listening -- as a person and a brand-- as well as helpful tips for enhancing your speaking skills. Julian is a sound and communication expert whose mission is to help people and organizations to listen better and create healthier and more effective sound, including speaking. He is author of the books How to be Heard and Sound Business.
Learn more about Julian: https://www.juliantreasure.com/
Learn more about The Sound Agency: www.thesoundagency.com
The LinkedIn Whisperer, Brynne Tillman, gives us the LinkedIn scoop. On this episode, we'll talk about why people make certain purchasing decisions, aligning people's professional goals with their LinkedIn profiles, big mistakes people are making on LinkedIn, and how to add REAL value when engaging across the platform.
Learn More about Brynne and her work: https://socialsaleslink.com/brynne-tillman-social-selling-linkedin-expert/
Meaghan B Murphy, Content Director, Woman's Day, is a breath of fresh air for the industry. Her long and full career in media is nothing short of incredible! Since it's Media Month here on Insomnicat, Meaghan joins us to chat about how to get involved in the industry, how to create amazing content, take care of yourself, and how to put more "yay in your day" while doing it.
Learn more about Meaghan: @meaghanbmurphy on Instagram
Pre-order her book: https://amzn.to/30M7qNo
Visit Woman's Day to see what she's working on: https://www.womansday.com/
Author Patrick P. Long chats with Insomnicat about working through his wife's passing by writing.
We'll explore the process of writing through grief, how to accomplish such an overwhelming task, and how to maximize your memories to help other people. It's time to overcome imposter syndrome and recognize that we have the power to help others.
Learn more about Patrick: https://www.patrickplong.com/
Buy the book: https://www.patrickplong.com/ordinarily-extraordinary Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3lEoxJp
What an important role the media play in a 2020 Presidential Election! But sometimes, we feel that publications are slanted. What if we looked at the election from a totally unbiased perspective? Cision is doing just that. On this episode, Seth Gilpin, Product Marketing Manager at Cision, will give insights into the media software’s latest analytics tool, which tracks and analyzes media coverage of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Immediately following the DNC and RNC conventions, Cision – the global leader in earned media software and wire distribution services – announced it would be tracking and analyzing media coverage of the U.S. presidential election for the 10 weeks leading up to the election. The findings are being released weekly on Cision’s blog, dubbed “The State of the Election.”
View the Cision report now: https://www.cision.com/us/2020/09/a-cision-report-the-state-of-the-2020-election/
Endera, a technology company specializing in commercial electric vehicles, charging stations and software solutions, today announced the delivery of 18 all-electric passenger shuttles to ACE Parking, for use at the San Diego International Airport. By the end of 2020, the entire 29 all-electric vehicles will be delivered, making it the nation’s largest deployment of an all-electric fleet at a U.S. airport.
We had the pleasure of speaking with John Walsh, Endera's CEO, about this feat, as well as the potential for commercial and public electric vehicle transportation. Listen in to learn more.
And visit www.enderamotors.com to find out more about the company's mission and technologies.
Endera Footage Credit: New Kid Films
Krystal Henry, AKA Around the Way Mom, has been blogging for years, but as a new blogger, she set out to do exactly what new bloggers should do. She turned her hobby into a serious business. She's got a content strategy, a social media strategy, and she's engaging with so many other women in the industry. Listen in to find out how to start a successful blog that's way more than a hobby.
And don't forget to head to www.aroundthewaymom.com and follow @roundthewaymom on Instagram.
As COVID-19 spread throughout the globe, millions of people migrated from an in-office (or in-school) setting to one where they were faced with having to work remotely. While that shift came with its own set of complications for each individual, IT directors and administrators throughout the world began shaking at the thought of the number of impending security breaches outside the secure networks within their companies’ four walls. On this episode of The Insomnicat Show, Egnyte’s Chief Security Officer addresses the security challenges of working from home. We'll talk about things you can do right now to keep your data (and your organization's data) safe. Because... ALL data is important.
Learn More about Kris & Egntye: www.egnyte.com @governanceguru
Julie Potiker, Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher and Author, talks with us about mindfulness and how embracing it changed her life. We'll talk about the skeptics (you know, those who say mindfulness and meditation doesn't really work or isn't for them), as well as tips for incorporating the practice into your daily life. We'll especially touch on the immune benefits of doing so.
Julie's Suggested Reads: https://mindfulmethodsforlife.com/suggestedreading/ Check out her meditations: https://mindfulmethodsforlife.com/drop-in-guided-meditation-sessions/
We're faced with so many different opinions these days. Even in our own families we're presented with arguments over these differing opinions. So, how can we avoid arguing and create a better communication environment? For starters, we need to remember that people's views are simply their views and nobody is right or wrong. Communications Expert at Landmark Worldwide, David Cunningham, gives us some actionable advice for dealing with other point of views and getting ours across.
Learn more: www.landmarkworldwide.com
There are so many lesson that can be learned from growing you own food, and not just about the farming, but about the community! We spoke with Scott Austin, Co-Founder of Olivette Riverside Community and Farm about the importance of growing your own food.
In the post-pandemic world, people seek new ways to connect — with each other, with the outdoors, and with opportunities to live more healthy and happy lives. Amid growing concerns about safety, food security, and climate change, Olivette Riverside Community and Farm is feeding people’s need for nature, locally grown organic produce, and community. Located near Asheville, N.C., it’s Western North Carolina’s first and only “agrihood.”
Connecting people with nature, food, and each other, Olivette Riverside Community and Farm showcases new ideas for healthy living, food security and sustainability. https://www.olivettenc.com/
Nearly 75 million Americans have been working from home over the course of the pandemic, and 86% of workers are now seeking workplace flexibility as a career benefit, new research indicates. So how can employers and employees navigate changes in the job market, including the shift toward virtual employment?
We had the opportunity to chat with Ken Crowell, Founder and CEO of EmployTest, creator of pre-employment screening tests that help employers find the best talent and avoid hiring mistakes amid a flood of applicants.
“In the coming year, hiring companies will be overwhelmed with job applicants, due to workforce reorganizations and the ease of applying online,” Ken says. “They will need an independent way to choose the best applicants. Our tests will help them with that process.”
Tune in to find out what skills you really need when applying for remote positions, as well as how employers are weeding out the crazy candidates with employment tests.
Learn more about Ken and Employtest: www.employtest.com
Wait... so what exactly is a superfan? And isn't that the same as a follower? NOPE. Brittany Hodak, Speaker & Superfan Strategist, joins us to talk about her beginnings in "superfandom", the difference between superfans and followers, and why superfans are the thing every brand needs to spread its reach even farther. She'll also share with us some examples of companies doing customer service so well that they naturally create superfans.
Learn more about Brittany here: https://brittanyhodak.com/ Or check out some of her free stuff: https://brittanyhodak.com/free-stuff/
This time on The Insomnicat Show, we chatted with Mike Lee, Elite Performance Coach, Author, and Speaker about mindfulness. Mindfulness is way more than a buzzword these days. According to Lee, it's basically a necessity, especially with everything going on in the world. And it's got the power to transform you-- in many ways-- from athletics to business, it's a practice you'll need to implement.
Stay tuned for the 31:56 mark where he'll share 4 valuable actions you can take RIGHT NOW if you want to make a personal change.
Learn more about Mike Lee: https://mindshiftlabs.com/ Or pick up a copy of his book: https://mindshiftlabs.com/un-train-book/
2020 is the year of working from home, which means more people than ever are trying to fashion some sort of home office. Whether or not you have the space is irrelevant and there are some very practical (and unique) ways to put a home office makeover into action, without going crazy in the process. Darla DeMorrow, Certified Professional Organizer, gives us the scoop on cleaning your physical (and virtual) space-- from tips and tricks, to big mistakes, tune in and get your life (or at least your work space) organized.
To learn more, visit www.HeartWorkOrg.com. Or purchase her latest book: The Upbeat Organized Home Office - https://amzn.to/2Dub4TS
We toss around the term "self-worth" often, but do we really understand what it means? We had the pleasure of chatting about this concept, and how to build self-worth with Anne Ockene Boudreau, inspirational author, coach, and executive who is devoted to helping others develop healthy self-worth. In her new book, “A Human Mosaic: Heal, Renew & Develop Self-Worth,” (https://amzn.to/2XD3RYA) she reveals how self-worth is a critical element for sustainable personal change. Learn more at www.LanguageOfSelfWorth.com.
A deep discussion about confidence, women's empowerment, and reconstructing long-standing beliefs that don't quite serve us anymore. This powerful discussion with Kimberly Faith, Systems thinking expert, futurist, and thought leader, talks to us about what she's learned, not only from her inspiring personal experiences, but from working with over thirty thousand leaders from Fortune 500 companies.
To learn more, visit www.KimberlyFaith.com. Visit www.YourLionInside.com for more information specifically about the book. Your Lion Inside: Discover the Power Within and Live Your Fullest Life - https://amzn.to/3ibg1jc
Stephanie Mackara, President of Charleston Investment Advisors, chats with us about the importance of teaching young children how to save and the value of money. We'll talk about the different money personalities, the trick to actually saving money, and what you can do in uncertain times.
Stephanie Mackara's Book: Money Minded Families: How to Raise Financially Well Children - https://amzn.to/2P9h3Q5
We had the opportunity to chat with Colleen Francis, President of Engage Selling, about all things sales. From biggest mistakes companies are making when it comes to hiring salespeople and forecasting, to pipelines and the art of "asking for the sale." Whether you're in sales or not, you'll want to listen in because, as you'll see, sales people are not born, they can be made.
Learn more about Sales Leader, Colleen: https://www.engageselling.com/
Colleen's Books: Nonstop Sales Boom: Powerful Strategies to Drive Consistent Growth Year After Year - https://amzn.to/3hOwkSV Honesty Sells: How To Make More Money and Increase Business Profits - https://amzn.to/311EAZ4
What an inspiring chat this was with Dr. Ai Addyson-Zhang. After quitting her position as a professor after 10 years, she discovered that what students really need is a personal learning environment with personal, project-based assignments. As we enter a new reality with many choices to make when it comes to our children's education. Should we send kids back to school? Should we homeschool? Should we get on board with remote learning? Dr. Ai gives us a totally refreshing perspective on how we should be teaching our children.
Learn more about Classroom Without Walls: https://www.classroomwithoutwalls.ai/
Here at Insomnicat we are sensitive to all great humans and their beliefs. Given the recent circumstances in the U.S., we decided to chat with a retired Seattle Cop (who also happens to be an author!) about what de-policing America really means and what cops want citizens to know. Our goal is always to educate! Dive in to this chat with Steve Pomper.
Learn more about Steve: http://stevepomper.com/ Read his book: http://amzn.to/2E3Afru
How does brain science play into marketing? We learned a lot from Drew Gerber, CEO of Wasabi Publicity. How can we better tap into our audience’s brains through our marketing efforts to get people to buy? What big mistakes are companies are making in public relations?
Also check out these great resources from Wasabi Publicity. We 21 Day PR Action Guide Learn step by step the who, what, when, and where to launch a successful PR campaign in 21 days. https://bit.ly/PRActionGuide
Destination Aha! Becoming Unstuck in Life and Business Chemical engineer turned PR whiz Drew Gerber knows that sometimes you can’t think your way, work your way, or avoid your way out of stuckness. He offers fresh, new perspective to get you out of stuck and on to your next aha. https://bit.ly/AhaBook
Here at Insomnicat, we tend to rely on unnatural energy boosts like coffee and energy drinks, but we got a lesson from wellness entrepreneur Susan Shane on more natural ways to find energy, including listening to your body. In addition, we'll run through other things to consider when it comes to boosting your overall health and wellness.
Maybe you think business and storytelling don't really work hand in hand, but that's just not the case. Lisa Marie and Douglass Hatcher, Co-Founders of Communicate4Impact, a business storytelling firm, join us to talk about the art of business storytelling, as well as the core characteristics your stories should possess to make an impact. The duo also conduct storytelling workshops! How awesome is that? #storytelling Check them out at: https://communicate4impact.com/ Or pick up their book: Win With Decency : https://communicate4impact.com/win-with-decency
Maybe you've been taught that staring at yourself in the mirror is associated with vanity and narcissism. Or perhaps you simply have a terrible relationship with the mirror because of characteristics that make you feel self-conscious. Well, Dr. Tara Well, Psychology Professor and Motivational Psychologist, lets us in on a little secret: her new practice called Mirror Meditation, which calls on us to look at ourselves in the mirror for just 10 minutes today. Listen in to learn more about the benefits, as well as some other topics of interest such as emotional resilience and narcissism. Learn more about Mirror Meditation: www.mirrormeditation.com #mirrormeditation #tarawell
Ira Wolfe, Chief Googlization Officer, shares valuable insight about the future of hiring during and post COVID-19. Companies are still hiring, which is wonderful news and Ira will share what companies and employees can do differently to adapt to new conditions.
On this episode, we chat with Business and Growth Strategist, Brendan Kane (also author of 1 Million Followers) about some tactics to growing your social media following. In his book, he documents his growth to 1 million followers in just 30 days and there's a lot of insight and value to extract there! He's also got an upcoming book about hook points on the radar so stay tuned for that. In the meantime, learn more about how you can catapult your social media following and why you should do so. Learn more about Brendan: https://brendanjkane.com/
Do you have an eye for capturing amazing images? Turns out you don't need any fancy equipment to be a great photographer-- technically you don't even need to go to school for it. Photographer Zusha Goldin shares his insight, from self-taught to capturing images of celebs and beyond, listen in to some of his best advice for those who want to tap into their passion and learn how to shoot photos professionally. Learn More: http://www.zushagoldin.com/
This is an episode you don't want to miss -- especially if you've ever wondered about the potential of robots in future society. We're not just talking to Dr. Billy Barry, AI Ethicist and Global Chief Innovation Officer for the Global Goodwill Ambassadors Foundation, we're also talking to Maria Bot (yes, she's a robot!) She's got personality, she's got knowledge, she interrupts just like a young child might, and she's even got jokes! Tune in to this talk with a man and his robot. The duo spread knowledge in the form of a teaching team to students across the country and they're here to show us how it's done, and what the implications of robots like Maria Bot might be on society.
If you're not creating videos to support your marketing efforts, then what are you doing? Think you can't get started because you don't have fancy equipment? That's a lie, too. Jason Schultz, a video marketing pro, and CEO of Creative Age Collective, sits down with us for a laid back (and fun) talk about all things video. Get some tips, tool suggestions, and more on this episode. Learn more: http://www.collectiveagecreative.com/
Starting college is an exciting and scary time under traditional circumstances, but doing it while there's so much uncertainty in the world really makes things challenging. Whitney Soule, Senior VP, Dean of Admissions and Student Aid at Bowdoin College in Maine talks to us about what colleges are doing to ease this transition and offers valuable advice for students during this time.
Joanne Pransky, the world's first robotic psychiatrist, joins us to talk about the future of robots, why they might one day need a shrink, and some of the challenges that come along with paving your way in an entirely new field. Tune in to learn about how robots might change your life (more than they already are).
Don't forget to follow Joanne @RobotMD https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSfUxSfcv2WNepFu2dBQ-Vg
Branding and marketing comes with its own challenges for any industry, but when it comes to cannabis, which has become legal in many U.S. states and some countries around the globe, there is a whole additional layer of challenges. From product packaging to placements to social media ads, let's chat with Dino H. Carter, Brand Whisperer, who specializes in this sensitive area.
Download his W System - an effective marketing building guide: https://www.dbrandingla.com/thewsystemfree
Did you ever wonder why a smell can trigger a memory? Or how smell actually helps you choose your mate? Neuroscientist Rachel Herz joins us to tell us about the amazing powers our nose possesses. Learn more about Rachel @ http://www.rachelherz.com/ or check out her books: The Scent of Desire https://www.amazon.com/Scent-Desire-Discovering-Enigmatic-Sense/dp/0060825383/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Why you Eat What You Eat https://www.amazon.com/Why-You-Eat-What-Relationship-dp-0393356604/dp/0393356604/ref=mt_paperback?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=
Ann Rosenberg, SVP, United Partnerships, SAP chats with us about how companies should be strategizing to achieve sustainability, how COVID-19 has accelerated some of those discussions, and what the new normal will be like in terms of business operation fundamentals. She's also behind SAP's new Purpose Network Live, which connects change makers and the public to address the complexities caused by COVID-19. Also, the power of AI and science fiction in our sustainable future and how we should really be focusing on sustainability before digital transformation when it comes to business priorities.
Christine Michel Carter, the #1 global voice for working moms, “the mom of mom influencers,” “the exec inspiring millennial moms,” and “the voice of millennial moms,” joins us to chat about parenting, working, and millennial moms in the middle of a pandemic. Listen in to gain some insight into the millennial mom mindset and learn more about networking events that allow working moms to have their kids on-site. Balancing parenthood and a career is difficult, but certainly not impossible!
We chatted with Andy Zanelli, CEO, VCC about the Crisis ColLab Initiative to Fight Coronavirus. The company is offering free design and prototyping for complex solutions to fight the virus around the world. When it comes to medical equipment such as ventilators, there are going to be various electronic components that may be a part of that panel -- from knobs, to buttons to indicators to LCD displays, these are the types of products that the company deals with on design every single day. Learn more about this example of the industry stepping up, as well as some insight into the near-shoring supply chain of the future.
We spent some time talking with Marcus Collins, Chief Consumer Connections Officer, about demographics, psychographics, and networks. And hey, why are we buying all that toilet paper? Also, what marketing insights can we extract from hip hop songs?
Elizabeth Barry, speaker, author and workshop facilitator helps business professionals, leaders and change-makers achieve goals and overcome communication obstacles. Here she talks to us about how our egos can limit our perspectives, how to be a kinder communicator, and tips for leading professionals.
Liz Franklin, Author, Speaker, and Motivator, with a focus on children and young adults, shares some strategies for empowering our children and setting them up for success -- everything from unique ways to support our kids to empowering youth even as non-parents. Dive in to get inspired. Our children are the future of our world, so how can we prepare them for it?
Let's look at some of the positive and encouraging things happening in the midst of the global health crisis. Seth Denson, Co-Founder and Chief Strategist, GDP Advisors, Author, The Cure: A Blueprint for Solving America's Healthcare Crisis joins us to to talk about this very relevant topic: COVID-19. Let's talk about supply chain, what we actually know, and about the hoarding mentality currently underway in America. America can band together to be kind to one another, help others in need, stay calm, and find some inspiration. Ultimately, we can employ our common sense and have rational conversations like this one. (Nicolette apologizes for her delayed video!) https://Insomnicat.com
Plus tips for being a little bit kinder today. Randy McNeely snagged the title "The Kindness Giver" as a result of his thoughtful implementation of the action (remember kindness is an action word!). On this episode, Randy talks to us about the power of this action and how contagious it can be. He shares some practical advice for putting this into practice in your life and how you can reap the benefits
Let's talk about cashflow management. What is it? How can you implement basic systems? And which businesses need to manage their cash? What happens when you need to "fire" a client because they're totally unprofitable? What are some simple tweaks you can make to better balance your cashflow? David Safeer, President and Founder, David Safeer International, joins us to give us some much-needed answers. Given the current COVID-19 circumstances and its effects worldwide, Safeer also sheds some light on this topic, as many businesses are feeling pressure at this time. Download his 10 Easy, No-Risk Habits to Control Your Cash & Grow Your Business: https://www.davidsafeer.com/10Habits-OptIn Or follow him on LinkedIn for advice during these trying times: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dsafeer/
Eric Kussin, Founder of We're All A Little Crazy and the #Samehere Global Mental Health Movement, has had quite a ride through mental health options. What he realized on his journey was that everyone is going through something and nobody is talking about it. Tune in for this inspirational chat with Eric to learn more about what we can do to share our stories and inspire others.
Dr. Teralyn Sell, Psychotherapist and Brain Health Expert, joins us to have some important conversations about mental health. For instance, why are people not responding to certain anti-depressants? Should we really be throwing pills at every condition? Do psychiatrists understand body chemistry before prescribing? Are there simple behavioral tweaks we could make in our daily lives (such as nutrition and sleep) that could have even more profound effects? There's so much information in this episode -- deep conversations about critical topics.
Dave Linn, the #gratitudedude, talks to us about the power of gratitude and how implementing the practice into your daily life can have a significant impact on you and those around you. He'll also give us some practical tips!
Branding expert, Katy Goshtasbi tells us about her journey as an immigrant becoming a successful lawyer and quitting what felt meaningless to become a branding expert and help others. She talks about the research she's conducted that shows a direct relationship between self-esteem and stress. Tune in for this inspirational chat.
Health and Wellness Expert, Jaya Jaya Myra, talks to us about the powerful impact your mind, body, and spirit have on each other. She also gives us some practical advice for avoiding burnout and living your purpose.
Let's talk about the non-traditional entrepreneur with Damon Brown, Coach, Speaker, and Author. Brown has been a non-traditional entrepreneur for some time. He co-created an app called Cuddler which got acquired, he wrote about 24 books, and now he coaches others on the great skill of the side-hustle. His current work is rooted in the 3 Bring Your Worth tenants: 1) Everything is a partnership 2) Don't wait for permission 3) You have a legacy
*Plus: How to Know if You're Being Followed. We had fun with Mike Spencer, Founder of Spencer Legal Investigations in Walnut Creek, CA, and author of Private Eye Confidential, a fun book about the realities of being a PI. He shared with us some misconceptions about the profession, how technology and social media are changing the PI landscape, and even gives us some great tips for keeping safe, based on his many years of experience in this
LinkedIn expert, also Director of Strategic Communications at Fountain Forward, Chuck Hester chats with us about tips and tricks for using LinkedIn effectively in 2020. Don't just send Chuck random invites, either. He's very particular about his connections, and maybe we should all be!
Scott Duffy, Author of Breakthrough: How to Harness the Aha! Moments That Spark Success, talks to us about his career beginnings working for Tony Robbins, as well as the key qualities entrepreneurs possess. We'll get some great advice about starting a business: what to do, what not do, networking, and funding. Duffy's excitement and passion is enough to spark energy in all professionals.
SEMrush Head of Global Marketing, Olga Andrienko, talks about trends in search and gives us some amazing advice on being a great leader. Moving from team member to leader is never easy, but her tactics make it easy to create great teams quickly. Also in this episode-- the impact of voice search and some insights about the way Google uses your snippets.
Stephen Jurgella, Founder, Fountain Forward, talks to us about how a practical understanding of how to handle himself has led to greater success in business. We'll talk about being bi-polar in business, the importance of being fiscally responsible, and tactics that work for becoming more self-aware as an entrepreneur.
Bryan and Nicolette welcome Kathy Klotz-Guest, Founder, Keeping It Human, to chat about incorporating comedy and improv into storytelling for business. What would happen if we welcomed others' ideas and built on them with a "yes, and" mentality? How would employees flourish? How would businesses flourish? At the core of your success is your story -- and it doesn't hurt to laugh about it. Tune in for some laughs and great ideas for incorporating storytelling into your company's strategy.
Despite their buzzworthiness, influencers aren’t new! Michelle Garrett, Public Relations Consultant and Writer, chats with Bryan and Nicolette about what start-ups should be doing to enhance their PR efforts, the truth about who should be hiring a PR professional, and what challenges exist for companies looking to spread their message. And remember: if anyone tells you they’re a PR professional but are offering you guarantees, BEWARE! Tune in to learn more about getting your business in front of media. https://michellegarrett.com/ https://Insomnicat.com
Hey, you, B2B Marketer... When you were a small child did you have dreams and aspirations of getting into this space? Probably not. So, why, then, do marketers do what they do? Doug Kessler, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Velocity Partners, chats with us about finding meaning in his marketing, as well as makes a few predictions for 2020. The key takeaways here: make sure you're always starting from an ambitious place and be sure to take people on your journey with you. Listen in to make sense of it all. https://velocitypartners.com/ https://Insomnicat.com
Today, everyone is talking about storytelling-- especially in sales. Bryan and Nicolette chat with Sheryl Green, Author, Speaker, and Animal-rescuing Badass about the importance of storytelling to non-profits, her new book, and we'll snag some tips for writers who just "can't find the time" to sit down and write. We'll discover the importance of your company's (or personal) origin story and discuss tapping into the emotions of your customers. https://www.sherylgreenspeaks.com/
Bryan and Nicolette chat with Michael Knight, President, TTI Semiconductor, about some of the disruption taking place in the tech and electronics realm and what manufacturers and distributors can do to stay on top of it. We’ll talk 5G (yes, it’s happening), autonomous vehicles (also really happening), satellites, and aerospace, and we’ll gain insight into how major companies like TTI pause for self-reflection in order to grow. https://Insomnicat.com https://www.ttiinc.com
3D printing isn't new, but it's no where near it's full potential. In this video, Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino chat with Bob Zubrickie, Manager of the 3D Printing and Prototyping Center at TE Connectivity. Zubrickie is known as somewhat of a "3D printing guru" so we wanted to pick his brain and find out more about 30+ years of 3D printing at TE, some cool 3D printing projects, and what businesses should think about when implementing 3D printing into their production processes. https://Insomnicat.com https://TE.com
Big brands and individuals have a lot in common, especially when it comes to sharing their message. Whether you’re a marketing professional at a major company, an entrepreneur, an author, or a speaker, you’ve got something to share. Tamsen Webster, Founder and CEO of The Red Thread, helps people find, build, and tell the stories of their ideas. She combined 20 years in brand and message strategy with four years as a TEDx Executive Producer to create a simple way to change how people see...and what they do as a result. On this episode of the Insomnicat Media Podcast, Bryan and Nicolette become captivated by Tamsen’s ideas, suggestions, and outlook. If you’re looking to take the ideas in your head and turn them into something that other people can understand – and repeat—have a listen! https://Insomnicat.com https://tamsenwebster.com/
Rana Kordahi, CEO and Director of The Selling Academy and CEO of Employment Services Training shares some of her best advice for salespeople (and non salespeople). And she has a secret: we're all sales people so we need to brush up on our skills. Tune in to this episode for a quick dose of sales training.
These days, technical skills are in high demand, and many are eagerly out of college looking to get a job at a gaming company. The good news is, it’s not incredibly difficult if you’ve got skills, emotional intelligence, and love to collaborate. Courtney Boggard, Head of Talent Acquisition at Nordeus, located in Serbia, shares some advice for those looking to get involved, as well as general interview do’s and don’ts. Spoiler Alert: please, please make sure you research the company you’re going in to interview with. Listen in for more tips.
On this episode of the Insomnicat podcast, Bryan and Nicolette chat with Agnes Kowalski about getting in touch with your feelings about money, being honest with yourself, and committing to your financial success. Kowalski will share some tips for you to begin clearing the path and becoming successful. We’ll also talk about our crazy relationships with money (what’s that about!?) Listen in and open your mind to financial success.
On this episode of the Insomnicat Podcast, Nicolette and Bryan chat with Alex Lidow, CEO and Founder of Efficient Power Conversion (EPC) about GaN technology. While many believe GaN is more costly than its predecessor, silicon, Lidow tells us that’s just a myth. Listen in as we talk about the future of GaN, the truth about Silicon’s reliability and get some advice for emerging engineers from someone who’s been in the industry for quite a while.
JJ Digeronimo, Founder of Tech Savvy Women, joins Bryan and Nicolette on this episode of the Insomnicat Podcast to talk about women in tech, women professionals, and a mindset that can benefit both men and women alike. Why do women keep lying to themselves? When do we really gain our confidence in the professional world? And how can mindfulness help you achieve success both at work and at home? Listen in to find out.
Bryan and Nicolette chat with JD Wildflower, a holistic success coach that guides some high-profile people into healthier habits. In today’s “always-on” society, we’re inundated with expectations and constantly struggling to decide who or what gets our time JD tells us how to combat this and how to deal with these issues before we hit a full-blown burnout.
…and yes, you can host a legal flash mob. Ruth Carter: lawyer, speaker, writer, and specialist in Flash Mob law, chats with us about their book, laws around blogging, including image and press release usage, and some vital information about conducting successful flash mobs. Because everyone wants to legally ride the subway in their underwear! Disclaimer: This talk should only be used for informational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice, and it does not create an attorney-client relationship with anyone. If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney in your community.
In this episode of the Insomnicat podcast, Bryan and Nicolette chat with Sandra E. Lopez, VP, Intel Capital, GM, Intel Sports, about immersive media as the next level of storytelling in all realms (sports, brands, marketing, training, and education). With Sandra's extensive background and career experience, we were also eager to hear more about her experience as a woman in a male-dominated industry, her advice to women, and the value of mentorship and sponsorship on your career journey. This is an episode filled with inspiring career advice and passion. Listen in.
On this episode of the Insomnicat podcast, Bryan and Nicolette chat with Jim Witham, CEO, GaN Systems, about the future of wireless technology. GaN Systems is making strides in this department. Twenty years ago everything was wired, he says, and the next natural step is to cut the power cord. Technology needs to catch up. We dive into the potential for wireless offices and how you might charge your phone at Starbucks one day. Find out what the key components of good wireless are, learn about 2D vs. 3D charging, and the power revolution that will allow engineers to get more creative with their designs.
If you need a jolt of inspiration, then listen in. Bryan and Nicolette chat with David Morse, Coach and Mentor at NASA Ames Research Center. Morse tells us about the summer job that turned into a lifelong career at NASA. After having a coach of his own, he was deeply inspired to become one himself. He leaves us with this: things go wrong but you need a belief in yourself and a positive outlook on life. One of his main goals is to encourage everyone to make the best of their lives. Find out what a coach does and doesn’t do and how coaching can even impact the individuals within a company to even create a better company culture.
We never get to aliens though..... :(
On this episode of the Insomnicat podcast, Bryan and Nicolette chat with Nadav Goshen, CEO, MakerBot not only about the transformation of the company over the past four years, but also Goshen’s variety of skills—and even the gift that changed his life! He’ll tell us about the importance of storytelling to your company strategy, 3D printing trends, and what entrepreneurs should be doing.
On this episode of the Insomnicat podcast, Bryan and Nicolette chat with Ardath Albee, CEO & B2B Marketing Strategist, Marketing Interactions, Inc., and Author of Digital Relevance. Here you’ll find some valuable insight into buyer personas, B2B marketing, and even data and AI in your marketing strategy. Guess what? A lot of marketers don’t actually understand their buyers. For example, how long is your buying process? Do you understand the questions your personas are asking? Are you crafting content around those questions? Dive into this episode as Albee talks all things personas in the B2B space.
On this episode, Bryan and Nicolette chat with Andria Arena, Marketing & Public Relations Executive, and owner of Multi Dynamic Public Relations. These three Hofstra University alumni chat about all things marketing including a hybrid professional like Andria, who focuses on both PR and Marketing, as well as user intent when creating content, the science of social proof, and how integrated marketing professionals incorporate consumer behavior. Also, learn more about social badges as part of the evaluation stage of the buying process and the role of customer reviews.
On this episode of the IMI podcast, Bryan and Nicolette have some fun with Andy Crestodina, CEO, Orbit Media, speaker, and author. Tune in as we talk consequences of not doing video correctly, misconceptions about original research (hint: it’s easier than you think), and find out what he’s up to at Content Marketing World 2019. Don’t forget to catch up on some reading: Andy’s book Content Chemistry is full of valuable insights you need in your content life. This is a no-fluff episode that’ll leave you wanting more!
On this episode of the IMI podcast, Bryan and Nicolette get an awesome opportunity to talk with Michael Brenner, author, speaker and chief marketing officer about not sucking — ok, and content! Get a sneak peek at his upcoming book Mean People Suck, available for pre-order 9/4, discover tips for convincing the budget holders content marketing is right, and find out what’s on the agenda for Content Marketing World. This is a content chat you don’t want to miss.
On this episode, Bryan and Nicolette join up with a former colleague, and great friend of Bryan’s, Todd Saal. Todd’s life has been nothing short of exciting with the many ways he’s reinvented himself throughout his career. After 20 years of managing technology and operational teams, he reconnected with his long-time passions: art and music. Now you’ll find Todd posted up in an alley capturing the essence of something incredibly mundane and bringing it to life through his eyes. Here we’ll talk about visual storytelling and tapping into the creativity within. How can we learn to give full reign to our creative side while balancing the need to treat a passion like a job? If you’re into connecting with untapped potential and following your heart, this a podcast you won’t want to miss. Be sure to watch this episode, too, not just listen. We’ll be showing some of Todd’s artwork and you won’t want to miss it. You can also check out some of Todd’s works here: http://toddsaal.com/art/
In this episode, Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino chat with Jordan French, Executive Editor at Grit Daily News. Not only has French been actively engaged in journalism throughout his career, but he's also an engineer and former attorney. French co-founded BeeHex, where he worked with NASA on 3D food printing. How cool is that? We'll talk about sponsored content on Grit Daily News, as well as gain some insight into how to get started when you want to do new and exciting things in your career. Curiosity is key.
Product-specific content? Thought leadership? Random, relevant articles that provide value? Some forms of content you need to have even though you don’t want them, and others you absolutely should have. On this episode, Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino determine two thing: LEGO instructions suck and building Barbie Dream houses isn’t as hard as it seems when you have the right tutorial. Also, there should be a significant amount of content that has nothing to do with your product on your site. While each company will have its own ratio, one thing is certain-- there must be a ratio.
What even IS a blog? On this episode, Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino talk blogs. But even we had to Google “blog.” Bryan talks about the two main things to think about when starting a blog. Plus find out which state offers the best birdwatching.
Step inside random conversations about marketing ideas and questions. On this episode, Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino talk about moving beyond traditional data because data, alone, isn’t enough. Sure, you’ve got web traffic, conversions, open rates, search volume, etc. But what can’t the numbers tell you? For starters, intent. Do you really know what a user was trying to accomplish? This is where Meaning Making comes in. All this, plus thoughts on journey mapping and the need for humans to carry out some of these tasks.
On this episode of the Insomnicat Podcast, Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino team up with their former colleague, Lauren Leetun, President, Sprout Public Relations, to discuss the world of public relations. Since Lauren has been in both the content marketing and traditional public relations realms, it was a great opportunity to dive into the intersection and evolution of both fields. We’ll talk about measuring public relations success, “share of discussion,” honesty in your messaging, and the value of becoming a “strategic communicator.” Also, visit Insomnicat.com for Lauren’s list of free PR tools.
On this episode of the Insomnicat podcast, Bryan DeLuca and Nicolette Emmino from Insomnicat Media chat with Justin Goldstein, Founder and President, Record Press Communications about the value of media relations. How do clients measure success when it comes to media relations? How does media relations differ from public relations? And what’s more important: earned media or paid media? Also, find out where media relations and marketing intersect. All this in one podcast!
Nicolette Emmino and Bryan DeLuca of Insomnicat Media explore The Writing Process. Nicolette shares her process for writing that should be tried by every writer. Bryan dives into how the conscious and subconscious mind play roles in the writing process.