Going North Podcast

Nature helps you have a quicker recovery time.   Today's featured award-winning local author from the DMV area is naturalist and long-time Washington Post contributor, Melanie Choukas-Bradley. Melanie and I talk about what forest bathing is, the benefits of increased exposure to nature and more!   The opening track is titled, "Uyama X Chrono (Walk in the Sunset + Secret of the Fores...

“Our body is always sending us messages.” - Jenny Mannion   Today's featured author is an intuitive healer, and gifted certified instructor under Joe Vitale, Jenny Mannion (@jennymannion). Jenny and I talk about her struggles with overcoming multiple diseases to becoming a published author that equips people with tools for healing and self-care.   Key Takeaways include:   Jenny...

“A lot of my best ideas come to me when I’m riding my bike.” - James Fell To cap off a powerful year of podcasting, today's featured bestselling author is freelance fitness writer and owner of the Hugh Jackman endorsed website Bodyforwife.com, James Fell. James and I talk about his new upcoming book, how mentorship positioned him for success and tons more! The opening track is titled "Go...

“If you are not happy with your life then you’re the one responsible for undoing that and changing that.” - Lee McCormick   Today's featured author is country music singer and founder of the Ranch Recovery Center, Lee McCormick. Lee and I talk about his newest book, trashing the generic life script we are given at birth and more!    Key Takeaways From This Episode:   “We’re born into a mess and we...

“We are always surrounded by angels we just have to ask them to come and work with us” - Sylvia Moss   Today's featured author is accomplished photographer, and healer, Sylvia Moss. Sylvia and I talk about how her book came to be, her journey in acquiring the photos of the different angels featured in the book and tons more.   The opening track is titled "The Sounds of Heaven" by Asis Galvin. Supp...

Some things and people evolve when they’re ready.   Today's featured author is Level Four Master Practitioner and Animal Healing Practitioner, Joy Elaine. Joy and I chat about what inspired her book series, and some ancient Egyptian mythology.    The opening track is titled, "Son of the Moon" by Marcus D. Click the following link to cop the full track and album.  https://marcusd.net/track/son-of-t...

“News is not a service. In many cases, it’s a disservice.” - Scott Stevens   Today's featured award-winning author is mutual fund executive and journalist Scott Stevens. Scott and I talk about his books, how he stayed sober for eight years (and counting), and the importance of avoiding the cheapest lethal drug known as alcohol.   A special shout-out goes to Marcus D (@ marcusd ) for...

“A lot of people put out a certain image but that’s not their real identity.” - Dipo Adesina   Today's featured author is inspirational speaker, international entrepreneur, and Child of God, Dipo Adesina. Dipo and I talk about his new book, advice for young entrepreneurs and tons more! The opening tune is titled "The Paycheck Song (Instrumental)" by Asis Galvin (@AsisGalvin). Click the f...

Today’s featured bonus guest is a fellow podcaster, certified John Maxwell coach and Entrepreneurial Engineer, JC Preston. JC and I talk about his college background, the entrepreneurs that inspire him, and tons more!   Key Takeaways from this episode include:   College is not for everybody and those that are in college don’t stay too long. Use school as a means of networking and building long-las...

“When you speak to people, you speak in terms of vision, you speak in terms of potential, and you speak in terms of where you want them to be" - Andres Valdes   Todays featured bestselling author is leadership advisor, speaker and American Diplomat, Andres Valdes ( @IamAndresValdes ). Andres and I talk about his rough past to becoming a hope dealer, what is true success and tons more!   The openin...

Today's featured bonus award-winning author is fellow podcaster, and Christian, Pastor Bob Thibodeau. Pastor Bob and I talk about his story of being in the US Army to becoming an experienced preacher and online radio host. This is one episode you don't want to miss.   The opening song for this episode is titled, "Faith" by Marcus D. Cop the track through this link:  https://wor...

“Everything is a lot of work.” - Pamela Hilliard Owens   Today's featured author is fellow podcaster, copywriter, and business coach, Pamela Hilliard Owens. Pamela and I talk about her newest book, how she started in business and more!   The opening track is titled, "Don't You" from The Solar Mixtape by Asis Galvin. Be sure to capture this beat by clicking this link. https...

"Our body is our vehicle and our mind is our driver.” - Donna Blevins   Today's bonus featured author is speaker, poker mindshift coach, model and actor, Donna Blevins, PhD. Dr. Donna and I talk about her book, her acting experience, the power of your mind and tons more! There's even a surprise on the spot coaching session from the guest at the end. This is one episode you don't want to...

“With a disciplined mind, you can achieve anything.” - Dr. Bernetha George   Today's featured author is licensed physician Dr. Bernetha George, MD. Dr. Bernetha and I talk about how she came to write her book, her backstory and why faith is important.   The opening track is titled, "One People" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D. Check out the full track and dow...

"My business was my first child.” - Julia Carlson   Today's featured author is abundant living enthusiast, mompreneur and CEO/Founder at Financial Freedom Wealth Mgmt Group, Julia Carlson. Julia and I talk about her book, holiday spending tips and more!   The opening tune is titled "The Paycheck Song (Instrumental)" by Asis Galvin (@AsisGalvin). Click the following link to...

“We are our own unique package.” - Jim Phillips   Today's featured author is speaker and L.I.F.E. Strategist, Jim Phillips. Jim and I dive deeper into his book where we discuss what it means to live your life in full expression. This is an episode where you'll have to listen twice to get all the wisdom gems.   The opening track is titled "New Perspective" by the magnanimou...

“There’s a difference between aging and being old.” - Rico Caveglia   Today's featured author is speaker and wellness maven Rico Caveglia. Rico and I talk about the importance of treating your body right, why aging is the way to seeing yourself young and tons more!   The opening track is titled "Misanthropy" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his s...

Seeing PTSD as PTSI opens up opportunities for new discoveries, growth and new possible treatments.   Today's featured author is serial entrepreneur, coach and business leader, Veronica Kirin. Veronica and I talk about her journey of publishing her recent book, self-care and more!   The opening track is titled "Space Bump Delta" by MagicMusicX. The full track can be listened to by c...

“Stay determined and allow your determination to manifest your dreams.” - Saryon Michael White   Today's featured bestselling author is spiritual channel and intuitive consultant, Saryon Michael White. Saryon and I talk about his experience with writing his first book, the other books that inspired his writing style, and tons more!    The opening track is titled, "The...

"I fail a lot more often than I care to admit but I am thankful that our God is a God of grace." - Joel Hawbaker   Today's featured bestselling author is teacher, Christian, and soccer coach, Joel Hawbaker. Joel and I talk about showing gratitude to USA veterans for their service, core values, and tons more!   The opening track is titled, "Hard to Learn" by Asis Galvin. To list...

“Be true to who you are and lead with your heart.” - Myke Gregoree   Todays featured author is spoken word artist Myke Gregoree. Myke and I talk about the books that inspired him to write his books and the catalyst that made him unlock his gift of poetry.   The opening track is titled, "Don't Hold Your Breath" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D. Check out the full tr...

"I’m a private person but I knew I had a story.” - Ashley Little   Today's featured best selling author is an investor, entrepreneur and Co-Founder of the non-profit, Sweetheart Scholars, Ashley Little. Ashley and I talk about the power of telling your story and more.   The opening track is titled, "Phoenix Rises" by Asis Galvin. Click on the following link to listen to th...

“I was interested in making my own money because I knew I didn’t want to stay where I grew up at.” - Gerald Dubose   Today's featured author is activist, keynote speaker and Entrepreneur, Gerald DuBose. Gerald and I talk about his experience with starting a business 3 days before his 27th birthday and more! This is an episode you want to listen to twice.   The opening track is titled, "S...

Animals can bring a healing experience.   Today's featured author is equine bodyworker, animal communicator and instructor, Helen Brennand. Helen and I talk about her books and her love of horses.   The opening track is titled, "Son of the Moon" by Marcus D. Click the following link to cop the full track and album.  https://marcusd.net/track/son-of-the-moon     ...

“Visibility leads to credibility.” - Tsufit   Todays featured award-winning author is keynote speaker and publicity maven, Tsufit. We chat about why being great at what you do is not what gets you paid and tons more!   The opening track for this episode is titled "The Light" by Asis Galvin. To cop the full track and the rest of his ear sugar, click the following link.  https://...