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Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Dr. Diana Mercado-Marmarosh about her life story with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (aka ADHD), particularly as an immigrant and a physician. Who is Dr. Diana Mercado-Marmarosh? Dr. Diana Mercado-Marmarosh is a family physician who has found a way to thrive with her ADHD diagnosis. Throughout her life, she had to work harder than...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Amanda Elise Love about life with fibromyalgia. Who is Amanda Elise Love? Amanda Elise Love holds a Registered Holistic Nutritionist diploma and certifications in gut health, culinary nutrition, and more. Her coaching focuses on helping those with fibromyalgia. You can find Amanda Elise Love: On the web: https://www.amandaeliselove.com On Fa...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Sandi Masori about her life with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and growing up as "the behavior problem." Who is Sandi Masori? Sandi Masori, a seasoned Book Strategist, has helped over 200 professionals become best-selling authors since 2012. Before transitioning to this role, she was a first-grade teacher in Los Angeles, where she...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Dalton Jenson about selling techniques for entrepreneurs and the importance of empathy in the delivery. Who is Dalton Jenson? Dalton Jensen is a sales leader, author, and founder of Aloha Views. Aloha Views is a consulting firm that specializes in business acquisition. Dalton is an MBA candidate with over ten years of experience in sales, fi...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Rivkah Sherr about her life with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, feelings of inferiority, and self-confidence. Who is Rivkah Sherr? Rivkah Sherr is the creator of the Gluten-free lifestyle and support community. About five years ago, one of her friends discovered that she and her son were celiac, leading to frustration and devastat...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Dr. Neosho Ponder about her battle with breast cancer and the use of her faith to get her through it. Who is Dr. Neosho Ponder? Neosho C. Ponder, Ph. D., symbolizes perseverance, strength, and resilience. This left-handed, professional auntie is an educator, author, consultant, and woman of faith. In 2016, one year after graduating from Howa...

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Elizabeth (Betsy) Muncey about self-care, activities, and resources for parents of children newly diagnosed with Autism. Who is Elizabeth (Betsy) Muncey? Elizabeth (Betsy) Muncey is a mom, registered nurse (RN), and special education teacher who values empathy, communication, and creativity in all her roles. Her experience i...

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Lindsay Sutherland about implementing passive income strategies to achieve financial security. Who is Lindsay Sutherland? Lindsay Sutherland, your go-to business consultant, has conquered two decades in the automotive industry. When not cracking the business code, she's off horseback riding with Maverick or hiking up a nearb...

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Michele Brickner about navigating school and home life with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Who is Michele Bricker? Michele Bricker attended her first Pilates class in 2006 with the simple dream of being pain-free. With consistency and patience, Pilates alleviated her crippling back pain, provided newfound strength...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Livia Pewtress about the use of essentials oils as natural medicine for common illnesses, the power of words in healing, and the importance of body language in communicating with children. Learn More & Claim your 3 GIFTS from Livia: https://gifts.learnlivefly.com/eo Who is Livia Pewtress? Livia Pewtress loves people, their stories, and t...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Kellina Powell about life as a young deaf woman and the hardships she endured while in school. Who is Kellina Powell? Kellina Powell is passionate about guiding and supporting people with disabilities to try different tools and strategies to reach their fullest potential, especially within the deaf community. She passionately supports people...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Michael Overlie about the death of his brother, the ways that he handles his grief, and his views on masculinity. Who is Michael Overlie? Michael Overlie is a trailblazing human powered by canine wisdom and systems thinking. He discerns people's true selves beneath their constructed identities, guiding them to unlock their inner wi...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Michael Overlie about his experience with his parents' divorce and the aftermath of the divorce. Who is Michael Overlie? Michael Overlie is a trailblazing human powered by canine wisdom and systems thinking. He discerns people's true selves beneath their constructed identities, guiding them to unlock their inner wisdom. His wholehe...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Michael Overlie about his life as a child of divorce and the ways that his dogs gave him the emotional support he needed. Who is Michael Overlie? Michael Overlie is a trailblazing human powered by canine wisdom and systems thinking. He discerns people's true selves beneath their constructed identities, guiding them to unlock their inner wisd...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Kristy Anne about the process of her divorce and navigating her new life as a divorced woman. Who is Kristy Anne? Kristy is a dedicated former bedside nurse, passionate behavioral scientist, reiki master, and proud mother of one. Kristy’s professional journey involves healthcare, human behavior, and energy medicine. Recently, her heart and soul ha...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Debra Pralle about entering the filmmaking industry, developing a film résumé, and using social media as a tool for self-promotion. Who is Debra Pralle? Debra Pralle has worked in film, television, and theatre for over thirty years. She also contributes to the industry in Seattle by guiding the next generation of actors and filmmak...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Jacob Wojtowicz about the triumphs and challenges of starting a business as a teenager. Who is Jacob Wojtowicz? Jacob Wojtowicz was the owner and founder of Jacob's Snow Removal. He is a 17-year-old entrepreneur in the 11th grade at Wando High School. Jacob's Snow Removal offered residential and commercial snow shoveling and plowing. They he...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Rhonda Johnson about four attachment styles: Secure, avoidant, anxious, and disorganized. The ladies also discuss the connection between attachment styles and human behavior. Who is Rhonda Johnson? Rhonda Johnson specializes in empowering women over 30 to reclaim their lives and rediscover their authentic selves. She focuses on helping those...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Harrison Baron about the mechanics of social media, its connection to business growth, and the importance of content creation. Who is Harrison Baron? Harrison Baron was born and raised on Long Island in the small town of Bayport. He attended SUNY Farmingdale for Computer information systems with an emphasis in computer programming, where he...

Welcome to Hot Topics! This is a special episode because our director, Gabrielle Crichlow, is her own guest! In this episode, Gabrielle discusses the three ways to fight negative self-talk: Awareness, Acceptance, and Assault. * Interview re-purposed with permission. Credit goes to Danita Young * You can find Danita Young: On the web: https://bootybands.com On Facebook (page): https://www.facebook....

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Juanita Walters about the presence of mental health issues in the classroom, the balance of teaching and addressing those issues, and the effects of the pandemic on the teaching profession. Who is Juanita Walters? Juanita Walters is a devoted mother of 2 young kings, Reggie and Micah, and a Minister, Author, educator, poet, and mentor/certif...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Sydney Fowler about the start of her own online clothing boutique at 16 years old, the sudden illness that inspired it, and the motivation that keeps her rollin' every day. Who is Sydney Fowler? Single Soul is an online women’s clothing and fashion retailer tailored to teen and young adult markets. Based in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, it has an...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Debbie Lindon about the origin of sound therapy, the techniques involved in the practice, and its impact on alternative medicine. Who is Debbie Lindon? Debbie Lindon, owner of Peaceful Vibes, offers private and group sessions of sound healing, sound reiki, and chakra balancing for people and pets. She is certified in sound healing,...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Debra Pralle about the use of an agent in the acting industry, the qualities to look for in an agent, and the best practice of safety when meeting an agent. Who is Debra Pralle? Debra Pralle has worked in film, television, and theatre for over thirty years. She also contributes to the industry in Seattle by guiding the next generat...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Laquetta Kearns about the pursuit of real estate as a career choice, the state of the housing market as a result of the pandemic, and the future of real estate for buyers and sellers. Who is Laquetta Kearns? Laquetta began her Real Estate Career seven years ago, starting part-time to make extra money. However, after being in the business for some...