Hi Felicia! Podcast

I met Jennifer LeGarde through the events and fundraising committee for Urban Media Arts. She recently moved to Malden, MA from Minneapolis, MN. Jennifer grew up in the 1980’s as an only child of two working parents who sprung for cable and were too busy to supervise what she watched. One of her favorite memories is renting American Werewolf in London for her birthday sleepover in 1986 and freakin...

Words on the Water is a community event taking place on Saturday September 24, 2020 12-5 with music, poetry, canoeing on the Malden River and more! My guest Jodie Zalk – M.P.P., Community Education Activist is one of Malden Reads’ co-founders and co-facilitators, Jodie brings more than 15 years experience as an administrator in education and working with youth. She brings leadership expertise to t...

Guest Lisa Sears’ is the embodiment of our podcast themes; connection, community, conversation and art. She’s also a hoot.    Artist and curator of the recent Lines Connecting Lines exhibit, Lisa has so much to share. Discover behind the scenes insight into how this collaboration came together. Learn about Lisa’s passion for curating inspiration, her artistic process and what inspires her to creat...

What do you get when two redheads record a podcast?  The story of a rocker’s journey from individual artist to record label founder. (If you were expecting a rude joke we suggest you gingerly walk away)  Justine Coveault shares how her epic experiences as a musician helped her finally discover a creative environment where she heard, “Yes,” instead of “No.” Her story is about the power of collabora...

Sit back, relax and enjoy the luxurious sounds of professional voice actor, Bill Cline. While Bill has plenty of wisdom and inspiration to share, this episode may also be used to create soothing ambiance while meditating or soaking in a bubble bath. Unlike Felicia & Rachel’s previous giggly discussion on AMSR.  ( Episode 008 - Bang a Gong )   William and Felicia discuss pursuing your passion witho...

Guests Ava Fields and Lisa McColgan come to discuss why you need horror in your life. Our conversation delves into the profound themes and social commentary found in this misunderstood genre. If you thought slasher films were just about gore, you’re wrong. Enjoy our fascinating, hilarious and irreverent conversation about embracing the darkness to learn about our own resilience. #horrorforlife #mc...

I chatted with author of "Abel Bodied - Murder at the Malden Bank" The First Murder During a Bank Robbery in American History. We discussed his book, writing, the history of Malden and of course....doggos.  Also a reading of Joy Harjo's Poem and the announcement of Malden Reads 2022 book selection. Purchase, “Abel Bodied, Murder At The Malden Bank," wherever books are sold. Guest Links: https://mi...

This week my guest Nate Bae Kupel (adoptee, DEI advocate, political candidate and proud cat dad) and I break the rules to discuss *gasp* politics.  We tackle some big questions: Why is it so scary to talk about politics?  How do we overcome the fear of failure that comes with discussions of race and representation?  What gets in the way of addressing the needs of marginalized communities? How can...

Julian Smith lives in Malden with his spouse, Ben, and two kids, an eight-year-old boy and a four-year-old girl. Julian grew up in southern New Hampshire and moved to Boston for college and law school. He loves to write, sing, cook, hike, listen to music, play video games, and be with his family and friends. Julian is an attorney practicing health and administrative law and spends any free time he...

How lucky am I to get to talk to this interesting and funny lady! Theresa Okokon is a Wisconsinite living in New England, a writer, a storyteller, the co-host of  Stories From The Stage , and a 2020 VONA alum. In addition to writing and performing her own stories, Theresa also teaches storytelling and writing workshops and classes, coaches other tellers, hosts story slams, and frequently emcees ev...

As an arts administrator and consultant, Jessica holds special interest in amplifying the power of arts and culture to catalyze positive social change, connect individuals across a wide array of lived experiences, and draw focus to the existing strengths of communities. Since January of 2016, she has offered consulting services via Orchestrate Inclusion (orchestrateinclusion.com), serving as an ex...

My friend Anna is CEO and Founder of Shades of Success, Inc. a learning and development organization she founded 18 years ago to help leaders and companies navigate change, uncertainty, and inequity. IG @annagiraldokerr  She started her business to leverage 15 years of professional experiences in corporate America where she worked in the financial services, health care, and technology industries....

Sharon Briner Santillo is a mother, grandmother, artist, educator, writer, traveler and community arts advocate.  www.sharonsantillo.com   We talk about ancestry, considering ourselves as artists, how to collect and perserve family stories, the Wind phone https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/wind-telephone, and our collaboration between TMWC and Malden Sketch group.    She truly believes we are all...

My friend, yogi and teacher Rachel agreed to explore the events of the day...including grappling with our white priviledge. Rachel has the honor of being my 1st repeat guest. I always appreciate her openess and willingness to explore issues and think deeply about subjects. #rachelmarielentoyogi #rememberbangagong #hifeliciapodcast #thethreecs www.rachelmariehealth.info/my-yoga-bio

Charles is solid. Good human and interesting to talk to about growing up in NOLA. Coach, Clinician, Trainer, Educator, Author and possibly a podcaster. We recorded this episode the day of George Floyd's funeral.  http://www.charlesinniss.com  #uma #hifeliciapodcast

Got a chance to chat about poetry with poet Cassandra de Alba who is 1/3 of the Traveling Poetry Emporium. She hosts the Poetry Slam at the Cantab in Cambridge. She is a published poet. We talked about projects and inspiration.  Traveling Poetry Emporium  and my Cassandra's  personal site ; the poetry emporium is  also on Instagram , and Cassandra has personal accounts on  Twitter  and  Instagram...

I got to meet Keturah Allgood in Brevard, NC when I was visiting friends who lives in the area. She is a talented singer/songwriter who plays solo as well as with the Blown Glass Band. We talk about life and her musical journey as well as personal one to do what she is meant to do. She can be found on FB  https://www.facebook.com/pg/Keturah-and-The-Blown-Glass-Band-349379799250316/photos/?ref=page...

Erin Catherine Batog, writer, storyteller, editor-in-chief of Ailments - Chronicles of Illness Narratives is someone who is teaching and learning from her own MS diagnosis. She is so insightful and grounded having gone through "trial by fire" with her misdiagnosis. Now studying Narrative Medicine at Columbia University she is on a mission to change how medical providers and patients interact in a...

Such a pleasure to have this thoughtful and resilient guest. Rilda Kissel is a storyteller, parent, spouse, caregiver and educator. She lives in Melrose. She was the audience favorite on Stories from the Stage. https://www.pbs.org/video/all-dressed-up-9barqf/  #MATV #SCATV #griefsucks #thelonggoodbye #alz

Dawn Kotzer is an amazing artist, philosopher, painter, inner wilderness guide and human. I admire her use of power tools. She is curious, playful and practical. She lives in the wilds of Saskatchewan where she marinates wonderful possibilities with practical magic. Stay tuned for what she does next. #redchairodyssey #curiousandcreative #timeforallowing #redchair@dawn @innerwildernessguidedawnkotz...

Good friend and Personal Coach, Maura Koutoujian, and I discuss how to have a conversation. Music generously allowed by The Daylilies www.dayliliesmusic.com . You can find Maura at www.coachingthroughconversation.com Tag:Conversation Tag:Civility Tag:Civil Discourse Tag:Coaching Tag:Coddiwompling Tag:Bathroom Books Tag:Feliciaryan.com Tag:coachingthroughconversation Tag:MauraKoutoujian Tag:Compass...

My conversation with Holistic Practitioner, Celebrant, Psychic Medium with Mary D'Alba. She is a Malden native. You can find her on  http://www.marydalba.com/ . She was kind enough to due a tarot reading for me in this episode. #purpleismycolor

Chris Hickey (procrassthenation.com) writer, father, facilitator of The Malden Writer's Collaborative and all around swell guy sit down and chat about storytelling and writing. 

My fascinating conversation with Tarek  http://www.bostonsbestpsychic.com/  about psychic mediumship, science, afterlife, readings, living in Malden and family. 

Interview with friend, fellow coach, library director, and amazing singer Laura Klain. Laura is a singer and writer in The Daylillies. We chatted about being sick, mindfulness, libraries, and women in rock n roll.