Going North Podcast

“My daily rituals awaken me to what's possible.” – Donna Maltz Today’s featured bookcaster is Soil to Soul Entrepreneur, speaker, wellness & business Coach, and Lover of Life, Dona Maltz aka Mama Donna. Donna and I have a fun chat about her book, “Living Like The Future Matters: The Evolution of A Soil to Soul Entrepreneur”, the gift of laughter, why we need to focus on living more in harmony...

“Slow down and need less.” – Gv Freeman Today’s featured author is a self-awareness coach, Growth Strategist, and Psychedelic Guide, Gv Freeman. Gv and I have a fun conversation about his book, “SaaS Field Manual Framework”, holistic self-care, and major hard-won lessons learned from being an entrepreneur.   Key Things You’ll Learn: What holds you back from visible progress What self-care is...

“If you are giving a toast, honor the person, honor the event. If you achieve those two goals with your toast, you’ve done a fantastic job.” – Eddie Rice Today’s featured bestselling author is a professional speechwriter and public speaking coach, Eddie Rice. Eddie and I talk about his book, “Toast: Short Speeches, Big Impact”, what makes a great presenter great, and more!   Key Things You’ll...

Kids are exposed to many negative things at an early age. As adults, we need beautiful tools to get ahead of those negative things and help kids focus on learning more about life from a good perspective. Books are tools full of knowledge with magic embedded on each page. These books are where children can connect most profoundly. In today’s episode, Eleni Fuiaxis , the author of Picky Patrick , sh...

“There’s just something missing when you realize you’re not doing everything that you’re meant to be doing.” – Wendy Fedan Today’s featured award-winning bookcaster is mom, wife, full-time freelance illustrator/designer, and Book Shepherd, Wendy Fedan. Wendy and I had a fun chat about her journey to becoming a professional illustrator, the importance of remembering your accomplishments, and more c...

“There is so much tension inside of us that we’re really not aware of.” – Ann Hince Today’s featured author is mom, wife, software engineer, former project manager, and spiritual teacher, Ann Hince. Ann and I have a fun chat about her book, “A Pathway to Insight: Re-capture Your Childhood Buzz”, how EFT helped her to have inner peace, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What is EFT Why she...

“Understand the impact of being present” – Inger Nordin Today’s featured author is award-winning speaker, and life & business coach, Inger Nordin. Inger and I talk about her book, “The Power of You 2 ”, reclaiming her power after a traumatic experience, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired her to become a writer Which past Going North Podcast guest helped Inger heal from th...

“You can’t publish a book you haven’t written.” – Chandler Bolt Today’s featured international bestselling author is an investor, advisor, TEDx speaker, and the CEO of Self-Publishing School & SelfPublishing.com, Chandler Bolt. Chandler and I have a fun chat about his book, “Published.: The Proven Path From Blank Page To 10,000 Copies Sold”, setting your book up for success, and more to help y...

“Do not let anyone at all tell you that you are not worthwhile” – Teri Brown Today’s featured award-winning author is a wife, mother, grandmother, and fellow podcast host, Teri M. Brown. Teri and I talk about her book, “Sunflowers Beneath the Snow”, some lessons learned from her 3102-mile tandem bicycle ride across the US with her husband, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: How she became...

“When I help others, I feel a little piece of me heals each time.” – Janae Sergio Today’s featured bonus bestselling author is mom, wife, US Navy Combat veteran, philanthropist, and fashion entrepreneur, Janae Sergio. Janae and I talk about her book, “Perfectly Flawed: A Veteran's Journey from Homeless to Hero”, having a hero mentality, and more motivational goodness!!   Key Things You’ll Lea...

“The world needs holistic people.” - Dr. Phillip Mountrose Today’s featured international bestselling author is personal transformation pioneer and coach, Dr. Phillip Mountrose. Dr. Phil and I talk about his latest book, “The Loving Power of Your Soul: A Guidebook for Realizing Your True Potential”, a method for being in a relaxed flow state, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What to expe...

“Go out and see the world or at least start something you’ve been wanting to do for a long time.” - Lex Latkovski Today’s featured author is speaker, adventurer, and former Zen monk, Lex Latkovski. Lex and I have a fun chat about his book, “Passport Forward: Moving from Regrets and Routine to Freedom, Passion, and Adventure”, why you must go to the travel destination you’ve been waiting to visit,...

As early as now, you have to recognize your gifts and talents. Look deeper into who you are and discover your potential. Develop that enthusiasm to reach for your dreams. Listen to your host Dom Brightmon as he dives into this meaningful conversation with Dave Combs  about inspiring, uplifting, and touching people’s lives through music. Dave Combs is a songwriter, photographer, entrepreneur,...

Don’t stop writing. Today’s featured guest is a 14-year-old author and anti-bullying advocate, Shanti Hershenson. Shanti and I have a chat about her books, dealing with bullying, and more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired her to write books How she managed to write so many books Her advice for dealing with bullying and how can schools handle bullying better Her future writing plans...

“The thoughts you have, the words you choose, and the decisions you make daily will impact the outcome of your life.” - Dr. Agatha Sylwia Today’s featured bonus author is Dr. Agatha Sylwia. Dr. Agatha and I have a chat about her book, “The Shift: How to Become Everything You've Ever Wanted Without Giving Anything Up”, the benefits of personal development, and more!   Key Things You’ll Learn:...

“Sharing my story is a way of being in service to others because story is medicine.” - Dr. Kristy Vanacore Today’s featured author is a spiritual visionary, medicine woman, and sacred storyteller, Dr. Kristy Vanacore. Dr. Kristy and I had a fun chat about her book, “Rewilding: A Woman's Quest to Remember Her Roots, Rekindle Her Instincts, and Reclaim Her Sovereignty”, the benefits of having a holi...

“Not being yourself but pretending to be someone else kills your self-esteem.” - Steve Friedman Today’s featured award-winning author is keynote speaker and Introvert Advocate, Steve Friedman. Steve and I had a chat about his book, “The Corporate Introvert: How to Lead and Thrive with Confidence”, dealing with the internal battle of not accepting his introversion, and more!   Key Things You’l...

“Consider the context in all of your communication.” - Christopher Pellegrini Today’s featured author is fellow podcast host, voice actor, and shochu & awamori ambassador, Christopher Pellegrini. Chris and I have a deep conversation about his book, “The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink”, doing business in Japan, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn:...

“The work you do on the inside of yourself is going to have a profound effect not only on your inner being and your happiness but on your success in the outside world.” – Lynnda Pollio Today’s featured award-winning, bestselling author is Consciousness Doula and former New York advertising executive, Lynnda Pollio. Lynnda and I talked about her visionary novel, “Trusting the Currents”, being open...

“Live your life leading with love.” – Kristina Rienzi Today’s featured bestselling author is mom, wife, certified professional coach, the former president of Sisters in Crime-Central Jersey, and an INFJ who dreams beyond big, Kristina Rienzi. Kristina and I talk about her book, “5 Happy Choices: The Simple Way to a Happier Life”, how the transition was to go from writing novels to a nonfiction sel...

“It only takes one really good client to pay for a lot of marketing.” – Gael Wood Today’s featured bestselling author is mom, award-winning massage therapist, and success coach, Gael Wood. Gael and I have a chat about her books, how she became an online business owner, her success with marketing her online business, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What led her to become a massage therap...

Focus on getting 1% better every day! Today’s featured bonus author is chief strategy officer, certified negotiation specialist, and business strategist, Babs Faseesin. Babs and I have a chat about his book, “Cracking the Life Code: Keys to Master Your Mindset, Habits, and Behaviors for Personal Success”, the power of conducting a realistic self-assessment, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Lear...

“Flaws are our own unique perfections.” – Rob White Today’s featured international best-selling author is real estate developer, restauranteur, world traveler, and philosopher, Rob White. Rob and I have a fun chat about his book, “The Maestro Monologue: Discover Your Genius. Defeat Your Intruder. Design Your Destiny.”, how to reclaim your confidence, and tons more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn...

It’s okay to wait. Today’s featured author is mom, and motivational speaker, Kimberly Bell. Kimberly and I talked about her book, “The Epitome of Kimmy: Accept & Embrace It All”, dealing with past abuse, and more!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired her to write her memoir Her process for choosing which stories to add or take out The importance of taking care of your mental health &n...

“If you don’t know your worth, the world will not value you.” - Rekha Mordani Today’s featured award-winning author is mom, wife, blogger, and storyteller, Rekha Mordani. Rekha and I talk about her first historical fiction novel, ”Miles and Fears”, the necessity of creating the reality you desire, and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: How her writing journey began and what’s helping her to ga...