Messages of Positivity

Send a text In this episode of the Messages of Positivity podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Katherine Van Brocklin, the founder and owner of Mountain and Main Property Management, a full-service residential and commercial property management company based in Asheville, North Carolina. Katherine's journey to property management is both inspiring and insightful, as she shares her uni...

Send a text In this episode of the Messages of Positivity podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kimi McBurney, a dynamic member of our BNI group and co-owner of a home inspection company in Western North Carolina. Kimi brings a wealth of experience to the table, having grown up in a construction family and transitioned into the home inspection industry alongside her husband. We began our con...

Send a text In this episode of the Messages of Positivity podcast, I, Norman Morris, take a different approach by sharing my journey in Medicare sales and how a networking group called Business Network International (BNI) has significantly impacted my business growth. I begin by providing a background on my career, which started in 2015 selling Medicare products, including Medicare Advantage plans...

Send a text In this episode of Messages of Positivity, I had the privilege of interviewing Nikki Gasperson, the coordinator of Feeding the Multitude in Canton, North Carolina. Nikki shared her inspiring journey of transitioning from a career in law and the mortgage industry to dedicating her life to running a nonprofit food distribution organization. Nikki's story is one of resilience and com...

Send a text In this episode of Messages of Positivity, host Norman Morris sits down with his former teacher, Ryan, to delve into Ryan's inspiring journey from aspiring actor to dedicated educator. Ryan, a native of Western North Carolina, shares how his initial passion for acting in high school led him to pursue a career in theater. Despite his father's initial resistance, Ryan followed...

Send a text In this episode of Messages of Positivity, I had the pleasure of interviewing Terryll Evans, the co-owner of WPTL Radio Station in Canton, North Carolina. Terryll shared her family's rich history in the radio industry, spanning three generations, starting with her grandfather's radio station in Orlando, Florida, in 1945. Terryll's journey into radio ownership was unexpec...

Send a text In this episode of Messages of Positivity, I had the pleasure of interviewing Brea Gratia from Gratia Botanica , a boutique for the "apothecurious". Brea shared her journey from growing up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to moving to Texas and eventually starting her own skincare business in Asheville, North Carolina. Brea's background in esthetics and makeup artistry led her to ope...

Send a text In this episode of the Messages of Positivity podcast, host Norman Morris sits down with his dear friend and insurance professional, Cat Chakales, for an engaging and enlightening conversation.  Cat shares her journey from growing up in Asheville to studying Risk Management and Insurance at Appalachian State University. She shares her experiences in the insurance industry, highlighting...

Send a text In this episode of the Messages of Positivity podcast, I enjoyed interviewing Cory Miller, also known as DJ Razor. Cory is not only a talented DJ but also a devoted family man. We delved into his journey as a father and the challenges he has faced along the way. Cory shared that he has five beautiful children, three girls and two boys, and a loving wife named Kendra. He admitted that h...

Send a text Great interview with Meggan Jackson, Asheville Native, Mom and a Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse and Certifed Pediatric Nurse. She shares her story of following her passion to help people by becoming a nurse.  Great stories of overcoming hurdles on her journey that we can all learn from! Also balancing being a Mom and Nurse can be a challenge. She shares how she thrives through it.

Send a text A little departure from the typical podcast for a medicare Education Session, because I get a ton of questions about these SNP programs. Some people are eligible to have both Medicare and Medicaid. These people are considered “dual eligible,” and they also qualify to enroll in a special kind of Medicare Advantage plan known as a Dual Special Needs Plan (D-SNP).   What Is A Dual Special...

Send a text Today's podcast is with my friend Jason. He shares his story of how he followed his dreams of practicing law even though people were telling him he couldn't do it or wouldn't be successful. Great messages of positivity in this podcast!

Send a text In this episode, I interviewed another former student who shares his story from a happy white-collar family to his father going to jail and the struggles that ensued. Inspirational stories of how he overcame his authority figure issues, righted his life and now is a happily married man!

Send a text Todays Messages of Positivity Podcast is a great interview with the amazing Allison and Chris Jennings. They share stories of starting, running and helping people through their church and food bank. Some inspirational stories form people they have met and supported through their efforts!

Send a text What a great interview with Amanda Sprouse Simpkins. She shares her stories and life lessons from being a Coach, Teacher and Realtor.  Great perspective from times of transition, growth and growing up in poverty to having a great career. She is a true inspiration!

Send a text In this episode I have the pleasure of interviewing Sue Polston. She candidly tells her story from teenage mom, to the loss of her young child and how it forced her into depression and drug abuse.   Now she is a happy, thriving wife and mom who is helping others cope with their similar experiences. An inspirational story you have to hear!

Send a text I had a chance to interview a great friend and leader in my community, Wanda Kidd. Her story is an amazing journey of strength to follow her passion into seminary school when many people were telling her not to go.  Wanda is an amazing person with a huge heart!

Send a text Here's a great interview with Scotty, one of my favorite ex-students. He openly shares his journey from high school drop-out to living in his car, couch surfing between friends and relatives to finding his way to a stable job and marriage. A lot of great moments to hear in this full circle journey!

Send a text In this episode Norman interviews Cookie Mills who shares his story of a very humble beginning in poverty and illness, to becoming one of the first Minority leaders in a corporation.  Cookie also shares his stories of perseverance and social outreach that has lead him to become an icon and mentor to several young men in North Carolina. His story is amazing and inspirational!

Send a text In this episode, Norman Morris shares his own story of being a prominent figure in his town to a devastating event that cost him everything to rebounding to have a happy and fulfilling life. A great story of perseverance, a positive mindset and overcoming circumstances out of your control.