Be Freaking Awesome Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered about the challenging world of humanitarian work and the intricacies it presents? This episode brings you the remarkable insights of Dimple Dhabalia, founder of Roots in the Clouds. With a 20-year-long journey in the government and hands-on experience working with asylum-seekers and refugees, Dimple opens up about the harsh reality of vicarious trauma that h...

Send us Fan Mail Effective communication is the cornerstone of meaningful connections and personal growth. In this podcast episode, Sami Kinnison underscores the paramount importance of communication in navigating the intricacies of relationships and understanding others.  Through the lens of personal experiences and lessons learned, Sami highlights how honing communication skills not only facilit...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like your emotions are driving you, rather than you driving them? It's a common feeling, and one that we tackle head-on in this insightful episode. We promise that by the end, you'll have a suitcase full of tools to help you navigate emotional turbulence, manage stress, and come out stronger on the other side.  Let's take a journey together, starting with...

Send us Fan Mail This week Angela finishes up walking us through the last 4 beliefs of the Seven Core Beliefs while Sami travels back home from Europe, so buckle up for an enlightening journey as we unpack the importance of self-love, and the profound impact it has on our relationships with others. Drawing from my own experiences and the infectious self-love of my grandbabies, we'll explore h...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is just Angela! As Sami is off traveling Europe, Angela will welcome us to a 2 part transformative journey that’ll shake your core beliefs and reshape your reality. Ever felt unlovable, unworthy, or invaluable? Learn to flip the script and embrace your inherent loveability, worthiness, and value. Inspired by giants like Tony Robbins and Jack Canfield, we’ll he...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine the unique challenges of running a family business. In this episode, we explore the intricate interplay of family dynamics within the business world, a realm where more than 70% of American enterprises operate. We share our stories of success and adversity, the highs and lows, as we balance the demands of business with the bonds of family. Building a thriving business is c...

Send us Fan Mail Step back in time and explore the childhood of one of our hosts. Picture a ninth-grade student from a disrupted family, clutching an eviction notice, embarking on a nine-mile journey back home. This poignant moment serves as a prelude to a tale of resilience, strength, and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. Join us as we delve into this inspiring narrative, marked not only...

Send us Fan Mail Are you curious about the intricate dance between your emotions and feelings? This podcast episode is your ticket to a deeper comprehension of the difference between emotions and feelings, and how separating these can help you process life better. We unravel the layers differentiating emotions from feelings, dispelling societal misconceptions, and revealing how understanding this...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how your perception of the world forms and influences your daily decisions? Meet Drew Taylor, an integrative business coach specializing in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), who joins us for a riveting discussion on how people can communicate and bring about change on an unconscious level. Using his experiences as a parent, Drew sheds light on how the deve...

Send us Fan Mail Explore the fascinating world of nervous system regulation and resilience in this insightful episode. Join us as we sit down with Leah Davidson, a seasoned life coach and speech-language pathologist with over two decades of experience in brain and nervous system dynamics. Discover how subtle movements can help reset stress cycles and establish a sense of safety within your body. G...

Send us Fan Mail Join us, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford, as we navigate the last piece of the motivational triad, with be efficient/conserving energy.  We unpack the concept of conscious competence, its correlation with energy conservation, and how our inherent survival instincts can misguide us off the path of real efficiency and achieving our goals. We delve into the stages of skill developme...

Send us Fan Mail On part two of our deep dive into the motivational triad, we spoke with Anne Bland, a tantric sex coach and relationship coach from Europe, to guide us through the idea of seeking pleasure. Anne's personal healing of burnout and childhood sexual abuse, and the understanding of her constant need for validation have led her to discover healthier paths forward, where she embrace...

Send us Fan Mail We kick off our mini-series on the motivational triad with Tommy Geary, a certified Life Coach, focusing on avoiding pain. We'll continue with seeking pleasure and being efficient in the next few weeks. Life can throw some curveballs at us that force us to confront our fears, make uncomfortable decisions, and sometimes, go against societal expectations. In this episode, Tommy...

Send us Fan Mail As Sami nears her 29th birthday, we can't help but dive deep into a reflective state, evaluating each aspect of life. Join us on this fascinating journey of introspection in our latest episode, where we dissect the age-old wisdom of Socrates, the unforgettable characters from Wicked, and personal experiences to unearth the beauty of living an examined life.  We discuss the im...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we celebrate a significant landmark in our co-host Angela Belford's life, the launch of her new book, Traveling Light. An engaging exploration of the lasting impact of incomplete emotional cycles, Angela’s book promises to change your life, one percent at a time. Angela's son Josh, the original host of the Be Freaking Awesome podcast, joins us in this conversa...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we journey through the life story of our co-host, Angela, who transformed her personal trauma into a beacon of hope. Angela takes us through the meandering paths of her life. She illustrates how our early childhood experiences can illuminate our life's true passion and vocation.  We delve into her personal insights on the power of self-reflection and the importance...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine carrying the weight of a secret that gnaws at your identity, a story untold that hinders your personal growth. Our guest today is Madison Hoagland, host of the Dare to Share podcast, who believes in the power of sharing personal experiences, even if you aren't willing to put your name to every story. We go on an insightful journey, exploring the freedom that comes fro...

Send us Fan Mail What if the key to personal growth is not to shy away from negative emotions but to embrace them? This intriguing idea is at the heart of our conversation with Angela, a self-proclaimed feeling advocate and author of the transformative book, "Traveling Light." Angela shares her eye-opening journey of writing her book, where she discovered the profound influence of acknow...

Send us Fan Mail In this illuminating conversation, we sit down with Maureen Zappala, an experienced former rocket scientist at NASA, who, despite her impressive background, intimately understands the struggle of imposter syndrome. Drawing on Maureen's vast experience, we discuss how to approach intimidating tasks with confidence and resilience, and how to embrace failures as essential steppi...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a special episode of Be Freaking Awesome! Today, we have a treat for all our listeners as we present an exclusive sneak peek at chapter one of the highly anticipated book, "Traveling Light: Free Yourself from the Crap in Your Head" by the incredible author, Angela Belford. "Traveling Light" delves deep into the core of our beings, urging us to confro...

Send us Fan Mail Step into the world of eudaimonia with us, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford. The ancient wisdom encapsulated in this enduring philosophy, handed down from Socrates and Aristotle, extends beyond mere happiness—it's a pursuit, a journey towards life satisfaction. And we promise you, in this episode, you'll discover how relevant this age-old concept still is, how it's...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Be Freaking Awesome, we dive deep into the concept of "Ask" Culture and "Guess" Culture, evaluating what the advantages and disadvantages are of each in various situations. Our guest, the astute Ashlyn Simmons, a licensed clinical social worker and best friend of Sami, shares her personal journey navigating through this concept. This episode...

Send us Fan Mail We're igniting the spark of celebration for Independence Day, as your hosts, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford. Amidst our shared love for the holiday, we also gear up for the much-anticipated release of Angela's new book, "Traveling Light." Join us as we reveal the exhilarating journey of Angela's book writing, while also unmasking our deep personal connec...

Send us Fan Mail Join Sami and Angela in this captivating episode of the podcast as they delve into the popular notion that you become like the five people you spend the most time with. Drawing inspiration from the "Be Freaking Awesome" book (which you can download for free on AngelaBelford.com) they embark on a deep exploration of this concept. In a thought-provoking and occasionally li...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever dreamed of turning your passion into a full-time career? Our inspiring guest, Jessica Formicola, did just that! From a psychotherapist to a successful chef, recipe developer, and writer, Jessica's journey shows us that it's possible to follow your heart and find balance in work and family life. As a stay-at-home mom, Jessica candidly shares the struggles an...