Living the Dream with Curveball

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to break free from toxic relationship patterns and transform your pain into purpose? Aneta Waclaw's journey offers a roadmap for anyone stuck in cycles of unhealthy connections. From the outside, Aneta's life in Chicago looked perfect—pursuing her dream career as a hairstylist. But beneath the surface, she struggled with poor self-image and found...

Send us Fan Mail Kerie Logan, an acclaimed therapist and empowerment strategist with over 20 years of experience, dives deep into the transformative power of breaking free from limiting stories. Known as "the pinhole of light," Kerie illuminates pathways to authentic liberation by helping people shift their consciousness toward compassion, wisdom, and understanding. Her own remarkable jo...

Send us Fan Mail Cesar Cardona's life reads like a hero's journey – from a childhood divided between warring parents to gang violence, substance abuse, and ultimately transformation into a powerful voice for healing and unity. "You already have what it takes to become the best version of yourself," Cesar shares in this deeply moving conversation. As a public speaker who teaches...

Send us Fan Mail After losing her husband in her 30s, Melissa Darnay found herself seeking adventure and a fresh start. With just five words of Spanish and an adventurous spirit, she packed up her life in Dallas, loaded her furniture and two dogs, and moved to Panama in 2012. Thirteen years later, Melissa has built an extraordinary life at the mouth of the Panama Canal, where ships line up against...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when music meets muscle? Meet Trea, the "fit artist" whose mission bridges the gap between creative expression and physical wellbeing. Growing up in a small Mississippi Delta town where church choirs shaped his musical foundation, Trea's journey from writing emotional poems about his grandmother to founding Next World Fitness reflects the powerful inter...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your brain betrays you, plunging you into a reality "not conceived on earth"? Mental health coach Dale Walsh takes us on his remarkable 40-year journey through schizophrenia, from his first psychotic break at Dartmouth College to developing a revolutionary approach helping families navigate this challenging condition. Dale's story begins with a poe...

Send us Fan Mail Terry Whalin opens up about his extraordinary path to becoming a "super author" with over 60 books published and many selling more than 100,000 copies each. What began with an observant high school English teacher recognizing his talent led to journalism school, an unexpected spiritual awakening, and eventually a career that spans biographies of figures like Billy Graham...

Send us Fan Mail Bee Smith joins us to share her inspiring music journey from a small town in England to rising stardom in country music. With her debut single "Little Girl's Heart," Bee explores her personal experiences and the challenges she overcame to pursue her passion. Discover how she transformed adversity into motivation, using her daughter as a driving force to embody resil...

Send us Fan Mail What if you traded a prestigious law career for the spotlight? That's the journey of Nico Wan, who left his role as a private equity lawyer to emerge as a talented actor in the Netflix show "The Recruit." In this fascinating episode, we dive deep into Nico's story, exploring his transformational leap from the structured world of law into the unpredictable realm...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on a transformative journey with Chris Perron, a former Navy veteran turned resilience coach who is passionate about empowering both veterans and youth. With an impressive career in the Navy Seabees, Chris brings firsthand experiences of service, leadership, and community building to the forefront. In this episode, he reflects on the significance of his military training an...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an engaging episode on the Living the Dream Podcast as we explore the transformative power of mind mapping with our special guest, John Diggs, the genius behind the I Am Mind Mapping System. A former professional football player and mortgage industry expert, John shares his remarkable story of overcoming personal and financial challenges from the Great Recession. Disco...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you've achieved your professional dreams only to find yourself yearning for something more meaningful? Join us on an inspiring journey with Ana Megrelishvili, founder of the Christian Professional Network Worldwide, as we explore her remarkable transformation. From a challenging upbringing in Georgia, Eastern Europe, to corporate success in the United States, A...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how a passionate advocate is reshaping the narrative around disability rights in this compelling episode of the Living the Dream Podcast. Join us as we welcome Devon Wieters, a dynamic podcaster and writer who is breaking barriers and challenging systemic injustices faced by individuals with disabilities. Devon, who lives with cerebral palsy, shares her relentless fight a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball welcomes actor Matt Drago, known for his compelling role as Fabian in the upcoming indie film Somewhere in Montana. Matt shares his journey from rural Virginia to the bright lights of New York City and ultimately to Hollywood, discussing the importance of storytelling and the impact of film on society. Tune in as they...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Vanessa Hicks Calloway, a retired veteran, author, and inspirational speaker. Vanessa shares her journey from humble beginnings to a distinguished military career, including her combat tours and the lessons learned along the way. She discusses her book, Decision Precision Vision, which merges her military decision-making experience with spiritual...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode, we welcome Dr. Mark Hicks, an author, speaker, and relationship specialist, who shares his insights into the complexities of love and relationships. Join us as we explore the five essential components of love that can help anyone build healthy connections in all areas of life. Dr. Hicks discusses the importance of understanding grief, emotional connec...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball sits down with Lane Igoudin, a passionate advocate for adoption and author of the memoir 'A Family, Maybe.' Lane shares his personal journey of adopting two children from foster care, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He reflects on the complexities of the adoption p...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the art of interpersonal communication with author and speaker Mario Wissa. Mario shares his journey from Egypt to the United States and how he discovered his passion for teaching communication skills. We delve into the importance of both interpersonal and intrapersonal communication, and how they affect our relationships. Mario also discusses the conne...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball sits down with John Chanaca, a children's book author, educator, and founder of MJ Chanaka Publishing. John shares his inspiring journey from a long career in education to becoming a published author, focusing on family values and positive storytelling. He discusses the motivation behind starting his publishing c...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball sits down with Ian Shamandy, a purpose-driven expert who has helped over 400 organizations discover their unique identities. Ian shares his simple yet powerful three-part methodology for individuals to define what makes them uniquely remarkable in seven words or less. Discover how understanding your purpose can transf...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball welcomes seasoned leader Colby Varley, Vice President and co-owner of Advanced Transportation Services (ATS). Colby shares his journey from growing up in Salinas, California, to leading a successful refrigerated transportation company. He discusses the complexities of logistics in the perishable food industry, the imp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome David Maeda, an author and former Director of Elections for Minnesota. David shares his journey through the world of election administration during a tumultuous time for democracy in America. He discusses his memoir, which delves into his experiences, struggles with depression, and the importance of authenticity in sto...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we welcome Katharine Giovanni, an award-winning author and founder of the concierge industry. Katherine shares her journey from the concierge world to becoming a forgiveness coach, discussing her unique step-by-step approach to forgiveness. Discover how her method can help you let go of anger and find peace, and learn about her upcoming projects and books focused...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball sits down with certified brain coach and neuroencoding specialist, Domenica Staniewicz. Together, they explore the transformative power of neuroscience in rewiring the brain to overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Domenica shares her personal journey and the revolutionary technique...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Living the Dream, host Curveball sits down with Vic Lagina, a former porn industry producer and director turned author. Vic shares his journey from the suburbs of Philadelphia to the glitz and grind of Hollywood, revealing the realities of working in the adult film industry. He discusses his book, 'Filthy,' which chronicles his experiences, the lessons...