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Our guest is Lisa McFadden, Founder and Coach of The Writer's Mindset. She helps writers overcome self-doubt and design their lives to support their writing goals and aspirations. In a world of competitive writers and relentless inner critics, Lisa McFadden pursues her dream of helping writers to overcome their blocks, find their process and get their writing goals done. You will learn: How to Ove...

Show Notes  You know there are times that all of us just feel “stuck.” Doing the same things over and over again and finding ourselves unable to move forward toward to the life we really want. Our guest today, Jimn Kyles, has written a book intended to give us hope for a new life as well as a very doable strategy to get there. Jimn Kyles is the lead pastor of Anchor Bend Church and author of Unstu...

How does the Trauma Intervention Program of Orange County’s citizen volunteers respond to traumatic incidents at the request of police, fire, and hospital personnel to support those who are emotionally traumatized? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Trauma Intervention Program of Orange County Executive Director MaryEllen Lowrey. She talks a...

Episode #52. About the Guest: Penny Foskaris is the CEO & Founder of Forskaris Wellness, a weight loss services company that provides clients with the best possible solutions to achieve their health and wellness goals quickly. Using Penny’s proprietary methodology combined with cutting-edge technology, Penny creates individualized plans for each and every person helping them feel their very be...

Hear how a boy from a small town in Kansas goes to culinary school and ends up the Executive Chef at the prestigious Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills, serving celebrities like Al Pacino and Sylvester Stallone.  Only to find himself called by God in another direction. Buying a food truck and creating a non-profit to serve the homeless in Santa Ana thru his charity Bracken's Kitchen. From the height...

On this week's episode of OUR COMMUNITY podcast, meet veteran TV Showrunner Kevin Abbott, known for his writing and producing work on numerous 4 camera sitcoms from ROSEANNE and REBA to Tim Allen's LAST MAN STANDING. And hear how the business of writing and "running" popular TV shows has changed in the decades since he started in the business. And what advice he'd give aspiring young TV writers to...

On this week's episode of OUR COMMUNITY podcast, meet veteran TV Showrunner Kevin Abbott, known for his writing and producing work on numerous 4 camera sitcoms from ROSEANNE and REBA to Tim Allen's LAST MAN STANDING. And hear how the business of writing and "running" popular TV shows has changed in the decades since he started in the business. And what advice he'd give aspiring young TV writers to...

How does the YMCA of Orange County strengthen communities through programs committed to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with YMCA of Orange County Chief Operations Officer Dolores Daly. She talks about the various programs the YMCA of Orange County offers throughout Orange County, Ea...

Show Notes  Our guest today, Ellie Gould, is a specialist in making the kinds of changes in your life that are both valuable and lasting. In fact, she has created a process to help each of us understand who we truly want to be, how we might get there, and then, most importantly, how we can STAY there. Ellie Gould makes a most compelling argument for the use of “feeling” our way into success in lif...

In today's episode, Teresa is joined by Nadine Durbach to talk about "How to Reframe for 2023." Nadine is a returning guest and a licensed Clinical Social Worker & Psychotherapist. Teresa and Nadine discuss the "Anit-Resolution" and mindfulness. Nadine gives her types for "reframing" your mind for 2023 and how people can navigate the post-COVID world. To connect with Nadine, https://nadinedurb...

Meet Dave DesRochers, former NFL Player and current Founder and CEO of The 1st and Goal Project. And VP of the NFL Players Association-Orange County.  As he talks about his work in the community (particularly with veterans).  And his upcoming golf tournament with stars like San Diego Charger Marshall Faulk (and many others).

Meet Dave DesRochers, former NFL Player and current Founder and CEO of The 1st and Goal Project. And VP of the NFL Players Association-Orange County.  As he talks about his work in the community (particularly with veterans).  And his upcoming golf tournament with stars like San Diego Charger Marshall Faulk (and many others).

Show Notes  Today is our very first show for the New Year of 2023.  I thought, for today, I would start the new year chatting with my friend Rand Sperry about personal development expert Brendon Burchard’s take on what it means to live a life of purpose and to leave a legacy that matters. Brendon suggests something like this: “At the end of our lives we will all ask, in one way or another: Did I l...

Episode #51. Want to Know More About Alzheimer’s: Brain Info Live Healthy Brain Clinic Irvine Clinical Research Download a free copy of Dr. Trinh’s book, Alzheimer's: What You Need To Know (And Why You Should Care) . Want to participate in clinical trials? Ask us how! In this episode, you’ll learn: Potential breakthroughs in the field of Alzheimer’s research Possibility of removing Alzheimer’s pla...

Show Notes  If you are looking for a different “take” on a 2022 Year-end Review, this is it. My friend Terry Hershey and I discuss values and intentions as a way to understand what 2022 meant to us as we pondered the year in review. Now, if you’re a frequent listener of the show then you’re already familiar with Terry Hershey, who is a regular guest. If you don’t know him, Terry is a prolific writ...

In today's episode, Teresa gives her "Annual Legal Update." Topics discussed: Minimum Wage Increases Overtime for Agricultural Workers SB 1162 AB 152 AB 2693 AB 2091 AB 2188 HR 4445 SB 523 AB 1751 AB 2068 AB 1949 AB 1041 SB 1044 AB 2183 Episode Timeline 00:06Introduction and Disclaimer 01:29Legal Update Part 1 16:09Break and Public Service Announcement 16:37Legal Update Part 2 35:48Teresa's Closin...

Show Notes  On our show with Lindsay Davis today we explore the very core of human existence. I think we can best sum it up with the words of psychologist Phil Sutherland, “As human beings, before we are anything else, we are a “burning ball of desire.” Lindsay and I probe the ROLE of burning desire in every single move we make. We ARE desire. We express desire. Without desire we are barely more t...

How does Covenant House California help youth experiencing homelessness? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Covenant House California Director of OC Programming Polly Williams. She talks about the services Covenant House provides to transitional aged youth in Orange County experiencing homelessness such as nourishing food, clean clothes, saf...

Smith Publicity president, Marissa Eigenbrood joins the Pub Date podcast to talk about books, marketing, and author goals. We've worked on several projects across a few publishers and indie clients and everyone has been delighted with the work that the team at Smith has done. But the ones that are most appreciative are the indie authors who understand that their book can bring credibility to their...

Episode #50.About the Guest:This episode highlights the innovations and vision of the trailblazers in the healthcare industry. Dr. Trinh and Helene Blanchette, Co-Founders of MDDAO, share amazing insights from the ENP 11th Annual Healthcare Next Practices- Metaverse Innovation held at the UCI Beall Applied Innovation, including Meta health, precision medicine, impactful changes in the concept of h...

Meet Adam Lasher, American Idol 2016 Season Finalist and nephew of famed guitarist Carlos Santana. On how (and why) he continues to get involved and give back to the community. On this week's OUR COMMUNITY podcast. Powered by the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Orange County's only community radio station, OC TALK RADIO.

Meet Erika Garcia OC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Ambassador and CEO of OC Credit and Business Builders.  And hear about the faith, family and community that keeps her going (and growing).

How can The Kennedy Commission develop solutions to support affordable housing in Orange County? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with The Kennedy Commission Executive Director Cesar Covarrubias. He talks about how he directs the advocacy, education and outreach activities that develop solutions to housing needs and unite communities across Ora...

Show Notes   Today we are honored to have literary agent, author, and publisher Bill Gladstone. Bill has worked with literary giants Marie Kondo, Eckhart Tolle, and Deepak Chopra. He and his literary agency have placed more than 5,000 titles with dozens of publishers. Today, however, we will focus on Bill Gladstone—author and deep thinker. Bill is an international expert on indigenous cultures, ho...

Live from electronica 2022 in Munich, join WE founder & CEO Jackie Mattox as she hosts AnnaMaria Pietromonaco, Corporate Vice President of Supplier Development at Future Electronics. AnnaMaria shares how a critical connection from the first company she worked for helped start and develop her career at Future, and how it doesn’t feel like a lot of years when you’ve had many different roles with...