Get F.R.E.S.H.

Dennise and I wax poetic on the philosophies of life, creativity and pasta making. Enjoy! In today’s episode, join Michelle as she chats with Dennise Kowalczyk, a business relationship consultant who helps other women solopreneurs get more clients for their service-based businesses by creating time-saving strategies for their online and relationship marketing activities, about the unique Providenc...

In today’s episode, Michelle interviews Podcasting Powerhouse Patricia Raskin. “Patricia is the host of The Patricia Raskin Show, is a nationally recognized, multi-media radio talk show, podcast host and award-winning radio producer, business owner and leader. She is recognized by her peers and audiences as the “powerhouse voice” on lifestyle, health and wellness and inspirational training and med...

“I want to challenge us today to think about more than writing a check. Fundraising for charity has gotten more regular throughout the year since we have online giving. But I want you to think about doing it a little bit differently this year.” In today’s episode, Michelle is rethinking charitable giving. With Giving Tuesday, and many nonprofits sending end-of-year appeal letters to supporters, we...

In today’s episode, Michelle travels the world through Tom’s stories, in our 5 “F.R.E.S.H.” categories: Food - Eating food in special places; borscht in Russia, escargo in France, tea in Bali, etc.... Recreation - memories of a 1972 hitchhiking experience from Long Island, NY to Chicago, through to California and other adventures Experiences - Writing his book - Ekaterina, the saga of a precocious...

In today’s episode, Michelle reflects on several summertime experiences, including: Food - 3 blueberry picking excursions led to ample ideas for using this nutritious superfood. Recreation - traveling with your dog, #ScooterG. Experiences - taking the back roads of mid-coast Maine. Sponsor - Email marketing platform ConstantContact.com. Happiness - visiting family (and not just on holidays!) Key p...

In today’s episode, Michelle welcomes Benjamin Blackett, Life Mastery Coach and “transformation adventure leader”! Benjamin guides people through an immersive experience in the south of France, and we talk “f.r.e.s.h” about french food, paddleboarding, hiking and paragliding, as well as his local event series he refers to as “movement medicine”, or TranscenDance™. Lively conversation ensues in tod...

“The beach is so relaxing. I love just sitting and watching kids build sandcastles and watching people walk by, all different people of all different shapes and sizes.” Summer Joy on Get F.R.E.S.H. In today’s episode, Michelle converses about these topics: Food - Salsa! Recreation - the beach Experiences - new musical discoveries - Greta Van Fleet. Sponsor - FreshMaps.us . Happiness - July 4th &am...

In today’s episode, Michelle muses on these matters: Food - Coffee, actually. Recreation - Paddleboarding and watercraft Experiences - Mealtime - cooking and eating together Sponsor: Book: ShiningALightonGrief.com Happiness: Springtime - nature in bloom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s episode, Susan Lataille discusses her favorite things and a special book project she has been collaborating on: Food - Falafel, on choosing a mostly vegan meal plan (Trader Joe’s falafel ) Recreation - local Theater (Providence Performing Arts Center, West Bay Community Theater, Theater by the Sea) Experiences - Shining a Light on Grief ( shiningalightongr... ) June 8th book launch at S...

“Now, the ironic thing is that I'm using technology to get us away from technology.” Introducing FreshMaps! In today’s episode, Michelle introduces her new exploration, FreshMaps. In her words, “It’s like a scavenger hunt and a self-guided tour had a baby!” She reminisces about a halloween scavenger hunt experience and describes the new Fresh Map she has created, inviting you to give it a try! Key...

"We live in a big world with all kinds of new discoveries around the corner - take the time to explore and create memories that will last a lifetime!" - Suzanne Baker In today's episode, Michelle chats with her aunt Sue about her cross-country trip, hiking adventures, food experience in Savannah, GA and the experience of writing her book of life memories. Key points include: 1. Taking a Cross-Coun...

“I think there's a certain piece that comes with being out in nature that is worth spending the time, even if it puts you physically not comfortable. There's something rejuvenating about it.” In this episode, Michelle explores some surprising trends ahead for food and recreation for 2023. Key points include: 1. Are you brave enough to try the 2023 food trend of 'butter boards'? 2. Embark on a mult...

“And these guys are great, but I don't want to say, "Oh, I hired them off Craigslist." It's not like hiring. I feel like they're my friends, like I've known them for forever. And we get along so well and they paint the songs in a way that I could never have done on my own.”  Get F.R.E.S.H. with Dave Englund In today's episode, I invited creative designer, singer/songwriter Dave Englund, of "I...

"It's your life - go do it!" Reflections on 2022 In today's episode, I reflect back on the way that a journaling exercise I did in January really shaped the experiences I had in 2022. Listen in and reflect on your year! Key points include: How to use journaling to shape your best year yet. Creative ways to give back to your community. Discover a new podcast platform for creating your own podc...

"Friends can come and go, but some stay with you because you have multiple things in common that you just enjoy beyond just that one, that one time." Getting F.R.E.S.H. with Marita Fairfield Today's episode explores friendship and one in particular that I have enjoyed through the years, Marita Fairfield. Professionally, Marita is a digital literacy pioneer, who has helped so many in the state of M...

"Meditation was really challenging for me. I was a nonstop, high energy, high achieving, always busy. Meditation was the opposite of all that, in my opinion. And I would attempt it and be annoyed with the distractions at first or eventually I learned, like when I did.” Getting F.R.E.S.H. Today, we're talking about fall things. One of my favorite fall activities is apple picking. I love getting int...

"When I sit in my portal, I think about what other women are doing under their trees and what they might need that I have. And I think, okay, like physical safety for me is a big one. I'm fortunate enough to live in a safe place where I'm physically safe almost all of the time.” Getting F.R.E.S.H. with Robyn Ivy Today, Robyn shares how she “sees people for a living”, her service to others in shari...

“ I just cried tears of joy. That was the happiest moment of my summer, cuz I knew I was gonna be okay. I never thought I was gonna die actually, but it was really, really uncomfortable for a long time. And that was a really happy moment. And I sat down on a rock of granite and put my head in my hands, just did an exhale and just cried like, oh, thank God this day is over. “ - Michelle Girasole Ge...

“ And I love saying this people all the time, don't put themselves first and you have to, and they're like, well, isn't that selfish? Hell yeah! Be selfish about yourself. Because if you put yourself first, you are then number one to everybody in your life. ” - Christina Rondeau Getting F.R.E.S.H. with Christina Rondeau Michelle Girasole interviews celebrity kickboxer and prolific entrepreneur Chr...

Today, we explore: F -Food: Charcuterie R - Resources: Raskin Resources E - Experiences: The Sassy Ladies Tool kit for Startup Businesses , The Experience Farm , Purium Health Products (Use code FreshLocal and get $50 off your first order), Fresh Rebellion Blog: 2018 Rhode Trip S - Sponsor : MooveTeam a web3.0 technology that enables people to use a mobile app for creative in-real-life experiences...