Chatting with Betsy

Dr. Beth Kurland discusses her new book, "You Don't Have to Change to Change Everything: Six Ways to Shift Your Vantage Point, Stop Striving for Happy, and Find True Well-Being." In this enlightening interview, Dr. Kurland explains how she came up with the book's title, the importance of recognizing our strengths and achieving a sense of well-being with ourselves. We delved into the various vantag...

Her desire to express love and encouragement to her sons through text messages, as shared in the poignant Chapter 5 on personal development, struck a chord with Betsy, bringing her to tears. Tammy's openness about vulnerability and the importance of maintaining open communication resonated as she aimed to deepen her connection with her sons during challenging times. The central theme of the conver...

Betsy Wurzel's Guest today is Mary Madeiras who discusses with Bety how she became very interested and involved with Akashic Records and studied at The Center For Akashic Studies in Chicago where she completed two certifications and is presently working as an Akashic Practitioner. Mary discusses what the Akashic Records are, and how we can access them, and have peace in our lives. The interview en...

Judy has had several careers and is now doing her favorite career being an Author, Speaker, and Teacher!  Judy discusses how successful her career in the business world was going until she had to have heart surgery, had 5 strokes, and had to relearn how to do many things.  Judy was told her "complex thinking " was gone! Judy does discuss recovery and how she could make a difference to others.  Jud...

Carolyn and Betsy discussed how important education is for the caregiver for a better quality of life for the caregiver and their loved ones. They both discussed how caregivers can change their attitudes by putting themselves in their loved one's place! Carolyn  Birrell recommended taking free classes offered by the Alzheimer's  Association. Betsy is dedicating this show in honor of Fay Devincolis...

Today's guest is Alicia McBride an internationally  Best-selling Author of "I Feel Too Much" A How to Guide for the Beginner Empath. Also Author of "THE EMPATH EFFECT" POWERFUL STORIES  OF, COURAGE LOVE & TRANSFORMATION. Alicia is a Reiki Master and Certified Yoga Instructor but Alicia realized she had a calling to help Empaths.  Alicia discusses both books, and her calling to help people. There i...

Betsy's guest is Marcela Tobal Benson a Mystic Poet, Spiritual Nutrition Counselor, Vegan Food Alchemist, and Author of" Love, Peace & Vegetables " Recipes for Conscious  Living.  In this interview, Marcela discusses the many reasons she wrote the book, and how it was a culmination of a lifetime of learning and teaching that she wanted to share with her family and others! One example was how impor...

Mitch Ware discusses how he became involved with Hospice Volunteering after his beloved son, Matt died from brain cancer and his desire to help others and give comfort to those in Hospice. Mitch discusses what to look for in a Hospice, and discusses the myths of Hospice and how a caregiver needs help and support navigating the Hospice process!

ulie Stobbe is a Life Style Organizer Coach and Julie began Mind over Clutter in 2006 and also works presently with people virtually. Julie also has an online course available, Create an Organized Home for more information. check out her website. Also, in this interview, Julie discusses how to organize your closets, linen closets, and pantry closets. She provides tips on how to get organized and J...

Today's guest is Andrew Calderella, Author of the book, "The Way", 7 Revolutionary Steps to Living a Meaningful  Life and Making a Real Difference in the World available on Amazon. com and Andrew's website. Andrew was previously interviewed by Betsy and discusses in this interview, what he has been doing since his last interview in July 2021.  Andrew discusses his background, and, what "The Way" i...

Today's guest is Patti  Henry, M.ED, L.P.C. a Psychotherapist and an Author.  Patti Henry discusses her book, The Emotionally Unavailable Man: A Blueprint For Healing for why men and women are emotionally unavailable. They discuss what couples can do to be emotionally available for each other and what not to do! Pattie also discusses how important it is to let boys be able to express their emotion...

Meriel Schindler discusses with Betsy Wurzel what inspired her to write this book about her family from pre-WW 1 to the present day and discusses Cafe’ Schindler which the Nazis took over and how her family was able to take it back. This book is so rich in history and is a must-read book! They both also discuss Anti -Semitism in Europe at that time. We must never forget the Holocaust!

Today's interview is with Jan Phillips who is an author of 10 other books, TedxTalk, artist, activist, advocate, and musician! Jan Phillips wrote her Memoir, "STILL ON FIRE. Field Notes from a Queen Mystic". In this interview, Jan Phillips discusses with Betsy Wurzel her experiences growing up gay, being dismissed from the Convent, and traveling the world.  Jan Phillips also has the Living Kindnes...

Today's interview is with Jan Phillips who is an author of 10 other books, TedxTalk, artist, activist, advocate, and musician! Jan Phillips wrote her Memoir, "STILL ON FIRE. Field Notes from a Queen Mystic". In this interview, Jan Phillips discusses with Betsy Wurzel her experiences growing up gay, being dismissed from the Convent, and traveling the world.  Jan Phillips also has the Living Kindnes...

In this interview, Dr. Max Fuhrmann discusses the secrets of aging well, the myths about aging, and suggestions on living well! Dr. Fuhrmann gives examples such as Clint Eastwood who is 91 and other celebrities in this interview! Dr. Fuhrmann describes his own amazement at how his clients transform and thrive under the global pandemic restrictions. Aging and the SecretsDr. Max Fuhrmann, Ph. D. ABP...

Doug Stebleton discusses how he loves the movie, "It's  A Wonderful Life "and that is how he came up with the plot of a time traveler going back in time on the movie set of  It's A Wonderful Life.  The time traveler Evan West works with Frank Capra, and Jimmy Stewart. Betsy and Doug discussed the book and also discuss how much they both loved the movie, It's a  Wonderful Life. There will be more f...

Today Jill Johnson-Young discusses the discrimination facing the LGBTQ+ Community with health care, hospice, and nursing care facilities!  Jill talks about her own experiences with discrimination that Jill and her late wife faced and, also discusses what should be done to eliminate discrimination.  Jill Johnson-Young who was previously a guest on Chatting with Betsy discussing the book "The Rebell...

Betsy dedicates this podcast in honor of Howard Synder and the brave War Heroes of the B-17 Susan Ruth Crew! We must never forget that freedom isn't free! Today's interview is with Steve Synder who is the Past President of the 306th Bomb Group Historical Association. Steve is on the Board of Directors of the 306th Bomb Group Association and 8th Airforce Historical Society and Steve Synder is the A...

Betsy Wurzel's guest today is her friend, Daisy Vest caregiver for her mom who has dementia! Daisy discusses the caregiving she provides for her Mom on a daily basis and why she became an Advocate.  This is a discussion on the journey for caregiving and advocacy work.  Daisy speaks about mentoring, and the people she has connected with on Facebook

Betsy Wurzel’s interview today is with Quan Brewington, the Community Liaison for Caregiver Homes located in Worcester, Massachusetts. Quan Brewington and Betsy Wurzel discuss how Caregiver Homes helps the Caregiver and the person who needs support services. Also, Quan Brewington discusses why it is so important for the Caregiver to receive help and support during caregiving!

Betsy Wurzel's interview today is with Maria Khader, R.N.,-CM/DN, CDP and CADDCT, and Director and Owner of JK House of Grace which is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. Also, Maria is known as "The Dementia Whisperer". About Maria: Since 1995, Maria has worked in the home healthcare field specializing in the care of the elderly. She has been recognized by colleagues and medical professionals for...

Betsy Wurzel's guest today is Jill Johnson-Young, Author, Business Owner, Podcast, Speaker, Licensed  Social Worker, and Grief Expert. Jill Johnson-Young is the author of The Rebellious  Widow, A Practical  Guide to Love and Life After Loss, and Jill discusses why she wrote the book and talks about how she lost 2 wives. Jill also discusses breaking the rules of grieving that society has given us!...

Betsy Wurzel's guest is Ashley Rhodes-Courter, LCSW a Keynote  Speaker, NYT Bestselling Author, and An advocate for Foster Care Reformation.  Ashley is the author of, "Three  Little Words" and "Three More Words " Betsy and Ashley discuss her experiences in Foster Care, from caseworkers to abusive Foster parents. She also speaks about how reformation is needed in Foster Care System and how COVID af...

Betsy Wurzel's guest is Ashley Rhodes-Courter, LCSW a Keynote  Speaker, NYT Bestselling Author, and An advocate for Foster Care Reformation.  Ashley is the author of, "Three  Little Words" and "Three More Words " Betsy and Ashley discuss her experiences in Foster Care, from caseworkers to abusive Foster parents. She also speaks about how reformation is needed in Foster Care System and how COVID af...

Betsy Wurzel's guest today is William Sargent,  consultant for Nova Science Series the former director of the Baltimore Aquarium, and a research assistant at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. William has taught at the Briarwood  Center for Marine  Biology and at Harvard University. William and Betsy discussed his new book, Crab Wars, A Tale of Horseshoe Crabs, Ecology, and Human Health whi...