The Relatable Voice Podcast

Candace Lynn Talmadge spent decades inside the most disciplined form of storytelling there is: journalism. Deadlines. Accuracy. Accountability. She wrote as a business reporter for major publications, trained to separate emotion from fact and deliver clean, verifiable truth. At the same time, she was quietly studying the emotional body, spirituality, and the unseen layers of human experience. Two...

Today, we are heading to Ojai, California, to talk with Anne Rilley. Anne considers herself an author rather than simply a writer. Humor is essential to her process; if it doesn’t make her laugh, she won’t write it. This unique blend of intellect, wit, and purpose makes her work both thought-provoking and engaging. Her latest book The Human Idea: Earth’s Newest Ecosystem is out now.   http://www.t...

Today we are heading to London to speak with Luigi A. Kohli. Luigi A.K. is a retired corporate business professional who stepped away from his career in 2022 at the age of 57 to pursue his lifelong passion for writing. Born in London in the 1960s to an Italian mother and an Indian father, he was raised in a richly multicultural environment that deeply influenced his worldview and creative voice. j...

Today, we’re heading to London to speak with Jeremy Cook. In this episode, Jeremy shares his fascinating journey and his work bringing to life the seventh, eighth, and ninth novels Jane Austen never wrote. He is the author of Speculation, with Courtship & Court Martial launching soon, and The Widow & The Mistress already in the works. Find out more at: https://www.austenesque.com/

In this episode, Vicky Oliver sits down with April Garcia to talk about the rooms we carry inside us—the ones filled with light, and the ones we keep locked away. April shares her raw and honest journey through addiction, depression, and recovery, and what it truly means to stop running and start healing. Find out more at: http://aprildaygarcia.com/

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re hitting the road again with The RV, and this time we’re speaking with a very special guest—Bella Olson, an incredible young author who has already published her debut novel at just 11 years old. Bella is not only an author, but also a creative powerhouse—a theater performer, a YouTuber, and what she calls a “Chief Imagination Officer.”...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re hitting the road and taking a drive to Ohio, where we’ll be joined by a truly inspiring guest—Tricia Baxley. Tricia is an author, a Certified MBTI Practitioner, and a Certified Life Coach with a background in both finance and psychology. She’s also a devoted mom of two boys, a runner, a seeker, and someone who helps others reconnect wi...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re heading to Delaware to chat with Joyce Wambua Osborne. Joyce is a finance professional by training—she holds an MBA and is also a CPA. Beyond her work in finance, she is also a writer, speaker, and the author of Seasons of Me, a powerful reflection on growth, identity, and life’s many seasons. Find more about Joyce at IG: @joyful_faces...

Hello, and welcome back to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, the RV is cruising along the vibrant streets of Los Angeles, California, to chat with Lindsay Manfredi. Lindsay is a musician, international bestselling author, and unapologetic truth-teller. As the bassist for the rock band Cold, she has performed across the U.S., connecting deeply with audiences through music and storytelling. Her la...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re driving to Ft. Myers, Florida, to speak with Amy Hawk.  Amy is a nurse practitioner working full-time in the emergency room, a wellness provider, and the author of The Tales of Rumpus—a magical and empowering children’s series inspired by imagination, family, and meaningful life lessons. Find out more at: amy-hawk.com

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re hitting the road again with The RV, and this time we’re heading to San Diegoto speak with Jerry Troyer. Jerry is a counselor, chaplain, and author. Through years of working closely with individuals and families, he has heard powerful real-life stories that have shaped his perspective on human struggles, healing, and personal growth. Hi...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we are hitting the road again with The RV,  and driving to Utah to speak with Chris Miles Chris is the founder of Money Ripples, author  , and host of the top-rated Money Ripples Podcast. He has helped his clients create more than $300 million in cash flow and passive income, and incredibly, he retired—twice—before the age of 40. His latest...

Hello everyone, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast. Today we are on the road, driving to the UK, to chat with our guest, Ellen Frazer Jameson. Ellen is a journalist, broadcaster, and author of more than twenty books, both fiction and nonfiction. Her work has taken her from writing for magazines to national newspapers, and eventually to becoming an on-air presenter with the BBC, where she i...

Today we’re taking a little road trip — we’re driving all the way to Alberta, Canada, to chat with J.S. Nathaniel. J.S. is a dark fiction author who writes gothic and dystopian stories. His work explores emotional resilience and identity through powerful storytelling. His latest book, Dominion of the Divine, is out now. Find out more at: https://jsnathaniel.link/

Hello and welcome back to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today we’re heading to Redding, California, to chat with the incredibly talented J.D.R. Hawkins. J.D.R. is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. She’s also a singer and songwriter. I wish I could sing like her! Her latest book, Fool’s Gold Folly: A Story of Irish Resilience, part of The Renegade Series, is out now — and we’re...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast. Today, we are heading to Maine to talk with Samuel Clark. Samuel is a student and a writer whose life is a unique blend of discipline and creativity — balancing Exercise Science studies with building fictional kingdoms filled with leadership, love, and legacy. His fourth book, The Eternal Tide, part of the Secrets of Hawaii series, is out now. Find...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast. Today, we are driving to Minneapolis to chat with author Sarah Deschamps. Sarah is a memoirist whose writing explores family, resilience, and the lasting impact of medical trauma. Her work brings honesty and deep empathy to stories of survival, parenting, and healing. Her latest memoir, I Couldn’t Tell You, continues the journey she first shared in...

With us today is our honored guest, Natalie Pickering. Natalie is a board-certified coach, organizational psychologist, TEDx speaker, and author of Leading Becomes You: A Real-World Framework for Leading from the Inside Out. She works in leadership development and has helped executives and leaders navigate transitions, crises, and reinventions.

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast. Today, we’re taking a drive to Pike Road, Alabama, to chat with Beth Pellino-Dudzic. Beth was born in the Bronx, New York, and later moved to Hawaii. Beth is the proud mother of three daughters. She’s a huge football fan who also loves cooking and baking. Beth is a songwriter and an author, and her latest book, The Perfection Saga, is out now. Find...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we are driving to Australia to chat with Paul Rushworth-Brown. Paul is a storyteller, podcaster, and bestselling author of many books. He writes historical fiction and thrillers, and his latest novel, Outback Odyssey, is out now. Be sure to check Paul’s website at paulrushworthbrown.com

oday, we’re heading to California to chat with Jenny Brandemuehl. Jenny is a USA Today bestselling author, executive leader, and a passionate advocate for resilience, healing, and community. She wrote a memoir about her journey through love, trauma, and transformation after her husband, Mark, survived a devastating private plane crash. Her book, Forever Fly Free, is out now. Find out more about Je...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast. Today, we’re heading to Venice Beach, California, to talk with Andrea Leeb. Andrea is a USA Today bestselling author and advocate, and her memoir, Such a Pretty Picture, is out now. Find out more about Andrea at: https://www.andrealeebauthor.com/ Content Advisory: This episode includes a discussion of sexual abuse and trauma, which may be distressi...

With us today is our honored guest, Ann Abel. She is an author, storyteller, influencer, and TikTok sensation. Her memoir, High Hopes, is about her solo trip to Australia at the age of 60 to follow Bruce Springsteen, as a way to stay out of the despair of depression.

Hello and welcome back to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re heading to Edmond, Oklahoma to talk with Todd Graves. Todd is an author, golf instructor, and former professional golfer. His new book, The Intelligent Golf Swing: AI Unlocks the Natural Swing Already Inside of You, is out now. Find out more at: https://theintelligentgolfswing.com/

 Melissa Morelli Lacroix is a pianist, poet, and author of Song of Songs, a beautifully layered novel told across generations, interwoven with music and memory. Find out more at: https://www.instagram.com/morelli.lacroix/ and https://www.relatable-media.com/the-rv-book-fair