Connect the Dots - Lead the Way

Send us Fan Mail Reviewing some of my favorite musicals from 2000 til now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Where did my love of musicals start? I absolutely give my Grandmother 100% credit for this.  I do sing a little bit in the episode. Apologies in advance for that. I just couldn't help it.  Laughter, Love, and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...

Send us Fan Mail This movie has such a great cast, great story lines, and great music. It's definitely my favorite movie. The opening monologue from Hugh Grant's character says, "Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport. General opinion's starting to make out that we live in a world of hatred and greed, but I don&apo...

Send us Fan Mail Recapping one of my favorite movies with Jay. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Quick debrief of how I reset my mind after traveling and working remotely. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show

Send us Fan Mail A few weeks ago I gave my first talk ever. It wasn’t about career or talent though. It was about my journey through chronic pain with migraines. I am sharing this story today on the podcast. I want you to know if you deal with anything similar, I see you and I understand. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a publ...

Send us Fan Mail Today I’m taking 2 minutes to offer up some encouragement to my friends. ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Today it’s random thoughts and inside jokes. Come and learn about my favorite old man drink. Laughter, Love and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...

Send us Fan Mail Listen in to hear my rambles about the music that brought Jay and I together. Jay even chimes in a bit. Come reminisce with us and have a laugh. Laughter, Love, and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a publi...

Send us Fan Mail I discovered Ryan's music at the end of 2021. His voice is beautiful and the words God has given him to share with the world are too. I didn't know much about his background until today when we read through it. God has big plans for him. I just know it.  Official Website: https://www.ryanellismusic.com Laughter, Love, and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @c...

Send us Fan Mail You know there is just some music that makes you smile, dance, and groove...well Postmodern Jukebox definitely makes me do all three.  Official Website: https://postmodernjukebox.com Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Postmodern_Jukebox Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCORIeT1hk6tYBuntEXsguLg Bonus - Wayne Brady Thriller: https://youtu.be/td-_pUPVjdo Laughter, Love,...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are pausing on our music theme to pray for Ukraine. Join me as we pray. Link to Prayer: https://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/news-and-events/news/2022/articles/a-prayer-for-ukraine Love and Blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...

Send us Fan Mail Today I'm gushing about my all time favorite band, Train. Been a fan since I heard "Meet Virginia" on 107.7 The X out of Birmingham, AL. I do sing a little in this episode so apologizes in advance. I just can't help it. I love their music! Here's the link where I was getting all my dates and such from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Train_(band)   Here is t...

Send us Fan Mail If you are a fan of real and raw music, then I highly recommend The Marfa Tapes with Miranda Lambert, Jack Ingram, and John Randall. the documentary on Paramount+ is great and the album is phenomenal.  Laughter, Love, and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com...

Send us Fan Mail We are reviewing the works of Ed Sheehan today. I had forgotten how much I really enjoyed his music. Come along and review his musical journey with me. Links I mentioned: Perfect w/Andrea Bocelli Video: https://youtu.be/eiDiKwbGfIY BLOW Music Video: https://youtu.be/s93NCuXt7x4 Ed Sheeran’s Website: https://www.edsheeran.com Laughter, Love, and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msh...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I'm sending out an apology to Taylor Swift. I definitely had a poor opinion of her when she started out in country music. But as she has grown and changed, so have I. I would now consider myself a fan and have a huge respect for what she does.  Laughter, Love, and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com -...

Send us Fan Mail Today I'm sharing another worship song that has been on repeat since it came out in March 2021. "Jireh" from Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music has a beautiful message and reminder for us.  Jireh on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mC-zw0zCCtg Laughter, Love, and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com...

Send us Fan Mail We are starting the 10 episodes of music. So excited to be at this section of the 100 episodes! Today, I'm talking about one of my favorite worship songs, Voice of God by Dante Bowe (Feat. Steffany Gretzinger and Chandler Moore). This episode is a bit longer but I wanted to share my heart and how I relate to the song.  Link to YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/hP5u4BUcq_U Laugh...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to late night rambles with me. Tonight in our last deep thoughts episode I'm talking about some of the influencers on Instagram that I have questions about. Join me as I ponder the backstory of a couple business influencers.  Also, if you ever wanted to stay up late and hear my random thoughts...this is the episode for you.  Laughter, Love, and Blessings,  Heather ---...

Send us Fan Mail Today I'm sharing thoughts that have come up since revisiting the concept of cognitive dissonance. I shared information from Brene Brown's book, Atlas of the Heart, and an article from PsychologyToday.com .  Atlas of the Heart: https://brenebrown.com/book/atlas-of-the-heart/ PsychologyToday article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/cognitive-dissonance Love and...

Send us Fan Mail What do you think about when you hear the term "high standards"? Today I'm diving into the fine line of high standards vs toxic work environment. I shared a good bit from Anja Ferk's article from Jan 2020 (link below). This is definitely a subject I want to break down more in the future with more research and a longer episode.  Anja's article: https://medi...

Send us Fan Mail Are you searching for a balance of work and life? Guess what! Me too! Let's transition that phrase to work/life harmony. Come on the journey with me as we discuss the ebb and flow of our lives.  Love and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/con...

Send us Fan Mail Working from home is way more common than it used to be. However, for some folks, there are still some challenges. Today I'm giving some advice on working from home that has helped me over the years.  Love and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...

Send us Fan Mail Do you who know Rachel and Dave Hollis are? I was a big fan of theirs for a few years. Back in June of 2020, they announced their divorce. There has been so much coverage of their split and the drama that has come since. I linked some YouTube accounts below that I follow and they have covered all the "tea."  Today I'm talking about some of the lessons I have learned...

Send us Fan Mail Please know that today's episode discusses a situation of sexually harassment/assault. If this is a subject that is difficult for you to listen to, I would encourage you to skip today's podcast.  Shame is a hard topic. Brene' Brown has done so much research on this topic so I have pulled information from her books for today. Both Dare to Lead and Atlas of the Heart...