buckleUp! Podcast with Natalia Earle

Today's guest Dave Albin is a founder of Firewalk Adventures. At the age of 12 Dave Albin's life took a hard turn when he tried alcohol for the first time. By the time he was 14 he was experimenting with hard drugs. Grossly addicted to drugs and alcohol he joined AA some 20 years later in June 1988. This is when Dave was introduced to the personal development industry. He attended a semi...

Today's guest Vikrant Shaurya is a publishing entrepreneur with a laser-like focus on his own life, who has transformed it and built a company that has become a global success story. He is a businessman and a bestselling author who has devoted his life to helping Entrepreneurs, coaches, experts, and thought leaders reach their fullest potential in business and their brand by writing a bestsel...

Today I set down with Steve Gallegos. Known as "America's Ambassador on Success," Steve is an International Speaker, Trainer, award-winning Author, and authority on personal development and communications. Through lessons earned as a U.S. Marine, Law Enforcement Officer, Singer-Songwriter/Recording Artist, Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Internet Start-Up Founder, and published...

Today’s guest is Lon Wilkinson III. Born and raised in Alabama, Lon has been a professional dance instructor, coach and professional competitor for over 26 years. Teaching both children and adults the art of ballroom dancing. In 2020 he joined with the MD Turbines Foundation to organize and host 3 consecutive fundraisers and multiple networking events to bring awareness and raise funds for Veteran...

Today I set down with Robin Dimond, who's the CEO and Founder of Fifth & Cor, a marketing & innovation company based in South Florida. Dimond brings over 18 years of experience that has led to a successful team and client success stories over the years. Passionate about the human experience, Dimond strives to bring sensory experiences and the heart back into all her team’s work, thus...

Today, I sat down with Dave Albin and Angelo Martinez, founders and CEOs of two wonderful organizations that came together for a great cause: our veterans' community. At the age of 12 Dave Albins life took a hard turn when he tried alcohol for the first time. By the time he was 14 he was experimenting with hard drugs. Grossly addicted to drugs and alcohol he joined AA some 20 years later in J...

Today’s guest is Vic Ferrari. He is a retired twenty-year member of the New York City Police Department who refuses to write in chronological order. With no formal training or Harvard degree, Vic managed to write four behind-the-scenes books about his former employer. With remarkable attention to detail combined with a sarcastic flair, in his books Vic exposes the good, the bad, and the ugly of Am...

Today I set down with Shana Francesca a  speaker, writer and entrepreneur. Shana has been interviewed on more than 60 podcasts worldwide and has been published in Medium, Authority Magazine, Shoutout LA and emotional intelligence magazine.  She helps people live more joyful and connected lives through the principles of life design.  Shana believes our present and future are transformed when we inf...

In this episode I set down with Samir Canaan, the Director of Culinary Operations of Trulucks Restaurant Group. Sammy grew up in Venezuela and after high school graduation, he went to college and studied mechanical engineering. Sammy moved to The United States in 2000 and had various jobs from washing cars to cleaning jewelry.  After a conversation with a friend he started working in the restauran...

Today I set down with Clint Hatton who is a deliriously happily married man of 20 years to his bride Amárillys and the proud father of three boys. Clint helps humans unclutter their thoughts, clarify priorities, and create actionable plans that empower them to become their best version!  Clint was awarded the 2017 Distinguished Leadership Award as a Global Influencer by iChange Nations and is the...

Today I set down with Edward Collins. For over two decades, Edward has helped entrepreneurs all over the United States overcome financial literacy challenges through his "By Design" Methodology that focuses on sharing actionable, tested-in-the-trenches tools, techniques, and strategies to help entrepreneurs develop mastery over the mindset, money, and momentum empowering them to achieve...

Today’s guest Brent Dowlen is the Host of The Fallible Man Podcast and a Men's Personal Development Coach. He also runs a men's conference called "The Phoenix Conference”.  He is a preacher's kid and a former youth minister who has dedicated a large portion of his life to working with teens in some capacity. Over the years Brent has seen a growing need for positive male role mo...

Today's guest Kayleigh Kozak is the namesake behind “Kayleigh’s Law”. She is the definition of determination and her story is both moving and inspirational. Kayleigh is proof that it only takes one person to make a change. Kayleigh is a wife, proud mother to five beautiful children, college graduate, successful stakeholder in the legislative process in multiple states, political activist and...

Today’s guest Karolina Rzadkowolska is a certified alcohol-free life coach, speaker and an author of the bestselling book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. She helps powerful women make alcohol insignificant in their lives. Karolina worked with thousands of clients through her online courses and coaching to change their drinking habit and unleash a new level of health...

Today we are back for part two with Ashley Smith. Storyteller, motivational speaker, personal development coach, and all-around mindset cheerleader, Ashley considers it one of her life missions to spread hope, inspire life change and help others build confidence and break shame cycles in their life. She mentors with passion, with a goal of guiding others to live a life of impact and purpose. Her p...

Today I set down with Ashley Smith. Storyteller, motivational speaker, personal development coach, and all-around mindset cheerleader, Ashley considers it one of her life missions to spread hope, inspire life change and help others build confidence and break shame cycles in their life. She mentors with passion, with a goal of guiding others to live a life of impact and purpose. Her passion and rel...

Today we are back for part two with team Savage.  Geoff Speyrer, Kat Carrier, Noel and Josh Voigt. This Savage crew is doing some unimaginable stuff.  We spoke about the Trans-America Run, it's mission and purpose.  What does the training to run 5,000 miles across America look like?  Can one run 30 plus miles a day for over 150 days?  Do they have to quit their jobs? Will they be setting a ne...

Today I set down with team Savage. Geoff Speyrer, Kat Carrier, Noel and Josh Voigt. Geoff served 12 years in the Army as a combat engineer and Infantryman. Upon returning home he had a tough time adapting to civilian life and he turned to addiction. Geoff was also given medication from the Army that adversely affected his health. He developed compartment syndrome and had to have a muscle amputated...

In this educational episode I set down with Ubi Hernandez. As a music lover and creator, he’s really grown into his role as talent buyer / co-producer of the National Hotel Pool Parties during Miami Music Week. Going on the 6th year on property, Ubi had the pleasure of putting together some of the best events Miami Beach has ever hosted featuring the likes of MK, Green Velvet, Camelphat, Armin Van...

Today's guest Gretchen Hydo holds the highest designation of Master Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, is a keynote speaker, facilitator, and trainer. Considered by many to be one of Los Angeles’ top coaches, she specializes in guiding individuals and organizations to make high-level transformations by breaking the rules, shedding their secrets, and changing their...

Today’s guests Silvino E. Diaz’s practice ranges from Civil and Commercial Litigation to Business and Intellectual Property Law. Silvino E. Diaz represents individuals and businesses – from startups to midsize – who employ creativity and innovation as either core services or valuable assets. In this realm, he has counseled clients on issues such as accredited investor financing, co-founder dispute...

Today I set down with Jason and Erika Collins.  Jason has over 20 years of Executive Protection experience with high-net-worth clients. He is a Marine Corps Combat Veteran and has performed many different rescue missions all over the world. Jason is a graduate of the Pacific West Academy for Executive Protection and has numerous other certifications.  Erika has been working in Executive Protection...

 Today’s guest Krystine Cardona is a Miami native who is dedicated to the practice of divorce and family law. She strives to help her clients legally separate efficiently and with empathy. Her goal is to provide clients with a human approach during one of the most difficult chapters in their lives. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Management at Florida State University and earned her...

Today’s episode marks the official 100th episode of the buckleUp! podcast. I can’t believe it!!! I couldn’t have done it without so many incredible guests! Thank you for sharing your darkest moments, adversities and for getting vulnerable with me, it’s been an absolute honor! These podcast interviews have taught me so much, it has allowed me to connect with most fascinating, brilliant humans and e...

Today I set down with Adrienne Ronck, who was born and raised in West Texas and lived in South Florida throughout her 20’s before moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma. There she raised her 7 year old special needs daughter Ivey as a single Mom. Adrienne’s personal experience with Ivey’s medical issues led her to work as a paraprofessional at Ivey’s school where she supports the Special Education department a...