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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...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Robin Simpson about the potential impact of discourse community in city schools, the differences between city and suburban schools, and the ways that parents can be more involved in schools. Who is Robin Simpson? Robin Renee Simpson received her Associate in Human Services degree from the New York College of Technology and her Bach...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Nancy Becher about the definition of "chronic illness," the life changes of those with these illnesses, and the ways that one can rise above them. Who is Nancy Becher? Nancy Becher, the Chief Flying Pig Wrangler of Business Success Unlimited, is a speaker, trainer, radio show host, author, and business coach. Having been in business in some form s...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Raju Rajan about the impact of native plants on our ecosystem, the effects of climate change on animal life, and the small changes we can implement prevent further harm to our environment. Who is Raju Rajan? Raju Rajan is a technologist with a strong communitarian ethic. He came to the United States from India to obtain his PhD in Communicat...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Shauna Anderson about her homeschooling journey and its impact on her family and business. Who is Shauna Anderson? Shauna Anderson is the Co-founder and CEO of Invata. Having founded the company alongside Janine Lyman, Co-founder, and COO, she is ultimately the chief visionary. “I help make the education experience easier for families whethe...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Diana Kluwin about her homeschooling journey and its impact on her family and budget. Who is Diana Kluwin? Diana Kluwin is the founder of Willow Ridge Academy. You can find Diana Kluwin: On the web: https://www.willowridgeacademy.com On her blog: https://kluwinskottage.com/ By email: WillowRidgePSP@gmail.com Watch this episode on YouTube: ht...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Dr. Rochelle Matthews-Somerville about the rules, regulations, and the know-how of homeschooling a child with special needs. Who is Dr. Rochelle Matthews-Somerville? Rochelle Matthews-Somerville, Ph. D., co-founded EFM Educational Consultants in 2010 after teaching as a university professor for many years. She has dedicated more than 25 years to s...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Darren Jones about the legalities of homeschooling (again!) and the ways that parents can be well-informed about it (again!). Who is Darren Jones? Darren Jones has been with the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) since 1996, serving as a legal assistant and an attorney in various capacities. At the office, he dedicates 4...

Welcome to Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Dominique Gates about her homeschooling journey and the lessons she learned along the way. Who is Dominique Gates? She’s first a child of God, raised by two awesome parents (Terry and Darlene Wilson) who taught her the ways of God. Now, she’s blessed to be a wife to a wonderful husband and friend (Sam Gates), homeschool mom of three blessings (Donovan,...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Camelia Janelle about her homeschooling journey and the ways that it made her a stronger mother. Who is Camelia Janelle? Camelia Janelle is a multi-faceted world changer eager to teach, learn, and inspire. She is a growing creative with the tools to lead people through social influence, cosmic sexuality, entertainment, dance, community outre...