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Today, Loretta welcomes Dr. Daniel Branco who is a neurologist, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, author, and consciousness researcher whose extraordinary career bridges the worlds of medicine, neuroscience, philosophy, and spirituality. After beginning his academic journey in electrical engineering in Brazil, he earned his medical degree, completed a residency in neurology, a Ph. D. in Neuroscience,...

A breakthrough for caregivers and when the postal service mailed children.

Episode 129: "Ashley's Q & A Revenge" A few weeks ago, JD surprised Ashley on the air with a series of questions that she wasn't exactly prepared for. So, in the spirit of fair play (and just a small dose of good-spirited revenge), this week Ashley surprises JD with questions of her own! Amidst all the laughs that result are insights about life, friendship, and various ways we find and build meani...

Community pillar Alicia Crank recently joined host The Big O on The Mother’s Justice Show for a conversation exploring the complex risks and rewards for Black people who take on leadership roles in environments not originally designed for them. As "Connector-In-Chief" at Crank'd Up Consulting and the Senior Manager of Corporate and Institutional Philanthropy at the Seattle Opera, Crank examined th...

Join the journey on Talk Cosmos, Sunday 5 JULY 2026, 1–2 p.m. PDT (4-5 p.m. EDT) exploring the planet of expansion and growth in its next cycle! Jupiter Leo Breaking Beyond. Joining Sue ‘Rose’ Minahan will be Kay Taylor, President of Organization of Professional Astrology, and of 2026 United Astrology Conference. Jupiter in Leo exemplifies creativity and manifestation of self-expression. Bridging...

Episode 373 | Saving Bees from Colony Collapse—With Shungite Derek Condit joins us to discuss bees, colony collapse disorder, shungite, and his experimental shungite beehives initiative. Derek is a Washington-based entrepreneur, educator, and founder of The Natural Beekeeper’s Path, a nonprofit focused on supporting beekeepers, pollinator awareness, and emergency response efforts involving bees. W...

Stacy is bringing even more Veranda Beach vibes to the pod than usual since she’s recording from ON her veranda this week. With kids, their plus ones, and plus ones visiting for the July 4th holiday weekend, it’s hard to eek out quiet space. The good part is kids visiting, great weather and fun adventures to wineries and mini golf; the flipside is that even adult children want to be fed three meal...

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil Peterson reflects on a visit to the Wachau Valley in Austria. "I left Prague ready for something completely different, and the peaceful Wachau Valley gave me exactly that. As I explored the Danube by boat and bicycle, I discovered that the greatest gift wasn't the castles, vineyards, or famous apricots—it was the chance to slow down, let go of the schedu...

For most of us, writing is a solitary project. Yet it is not adviced that you completely go it alone. On today's show, and in my recent newsletter attached here, we discussed the perspective you'll gain from a writing group, and the instant growth you'll experience with a coach. Check out the newsletter for an upcoming and interactive workshop with Coach Debby: https://mailchi.mp/4fd440c8f7de/a-pe...

Thursday, July 2 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Earl Key, Senior Director of Transportation Equity, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) comments on WSDOT's revised Small Business Program that complies with the anti DEI initiatives that allows for participation of women and minority owned firms seeking to do business with WSDOT. He is on the agenda later Thursday afternoon for the Was...

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Episode 128: Why Being Seen Matters Most of us can remember a moment when someone noticed us at exactly the right time. Not because they solved our problems. Not because they had all the answers. But because they saw us. Inspired by a story of a hotel housekeeper and a struggling job seeker, Ashley and JD explore one of the deepest human needs: the need to feel seen, valued, and acknowledged. Draw...

Sean Goode, the founder of Movement Makers and a dedicated advocate for community well-being, recently brought his expertise in violence prevention and community healing to The Mother’s Justice Show. His conversation with guest host Omari Salisbury covered youth gun violence in the Northwest, the broader impacts of the FIFA World Cup on our communities, and Men’s Mental Health Month. Goode also ce...

Jump in with us on Talk Cosmos this Sunday 28 JUNE at 1-2pm PDT for “ASTRO JAM MYSTERY CHARTS” Summer Solstice. Get ready for a unique online theatrical experience as we bring to life the dynamic interplay of planetary archetypes! ASTRO JAM involves eight astrologers personifying planets for an unknown ‘mystery’ chart to express the chart’s cosmic blueprint. Once revealed, everyone discusses how t...

In this episode of The Glen Gilbert Connection, host Glen Gilbert welcomes Chris Bulik, the sharp, unfiltered voice behind The Good Faith Podcast, to dissect some of Reddit's most chaotic and brutally honest relationship questions. Together, the duo brings their signature, call-it-like-it-is clarity to modern dating dilemmas, exploring the massive emotional disconnects and resentment that occur wh...

Episode 372 | Chronic Symptoms, Functional Answers Reed Davis joins us to discuss functional lab testing, metabolic chaos, and why so many people continue to feel unwell even after standard lab work looks “normal.” Reed is the founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® and the FDN Certification Course. He previously served for more than ten years as health director at a Southern California wellne...

On This episode of Trip Talk Gary Mantz welcomes Chief Enthusiasm Officer of The Stargazer Inn and Bristlecone General Store Liz Woolsey the conversation takes listeners on a remote and unforgettable road trip through eastern Nevada, spotlighting Great Basin National Park and the rugged journey along Highway 50—famously known as the “Loneliest Road in America.” The conversation highlights the uniq...

Stacy is back in her happy place at Veranda Beach enjoying sunburn, social time, and solo watch parties tackling her Cultural Blind Spots. Eric rocked out with his band Battersea at The Valley in Tacoma last week; looking cool with his blue tint shades (is it less distracting or does he just enjoy the vibe?). Apparently, his missing tooth saga did not deter his singing although his Sonicare toothb...

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil Peterson reflects on a return visit to Prague’s Jewish Quarter. Surrounded by thousands of names memorialized on synagogue walls, he shares a meditation on loss, memory, and the human stories behind unimaginable numbers—reminding us that some experiences aren’t meant to be explained, but simply felt. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.ne...

the "not enough" syndrome begins with a thought - any old thought swimming around in your mind - that you make true. You tell your mind, this problem of mine is rock solid truth. And since you only see that perspective, you only believe in that perspective. You might think, "I never have enough time!" (And so you don't!) But what if you could change your beliefs? (You can!) And what if somebody ta...

Today, Thursday, June 25 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Seattle Police Chief Dr. Shon Barnes assumed his position on February 1, 2024. He is nationally recognized leader in crime reduction and community police relations. He came to Seattle after serving as Chief of Police in Madison Wisconsin 2021-2024. Chief Barnes was honored by the National Institute of Justice, was inducted into the Evidence Based...

Today, Loretta welcomes back Dr. Scott Taylor who is one of the rare voices in the field of consciousness studies who brings together the perspectives of experiencer, researcher, educator, and spiritual teacher. Scott personally experienced a profound Shared Death Experience (SDE), a rare phenomenon in which an individual shares aspects of another person’s transition beyond physical life. That exp...

AI---Not to Worry or Run for the Hills

Episode 365 | EMF 101 with the Power Couple Friends of the show Roman and Bohdanna Shapoval return to Informed Life Radio with a sneak peek of their online EMF 101 course. The conversation covers dirty electricity, solar considerations, and practical steps people can take to reduce and remediate exposure.