Michelle Glogovac

Read The Damn Book

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Read The Damn Book™ is the no-fluff spin-off of the Webby-nominated My Simplified Life podcast. Created for people who believe books and stories can change lives, not just fill shelves. Born out of a deep love for storytelling, and a serious frustration with performative book culture, this show puts the spotlight back where it belongs: on the authors and the stories that matter. Host Michelle Glogovac, THE Podcast Matchmaker®, author, and creator of the Podcast Book Tour™, goes beyond blurbs and bestseller lists to explore how stories shape us, challenge us, and connect us. Expect unfiltered c...

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Michelle Glogovac

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Arts

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Finding Common Ground with Dream Corps CEO Nisha Anand 16.11.2021

Nisha Anand is Dream Corps’ CEO and a national leader for social and racial justice. Nisha joins Michelle as they discuss solutions for the future and the challenges Nisha faced as a young activist. You will also hear about Nisha’s turning point when she realized that discussing what people have in common can lead to working with those you disagree with to solve some of the biggest problems facing...

Why "No" Isn't Always The Final Answer 09.11.2021

Michelle Glogovac discusses why no’s are not always the final answer and how they have turned into bigger and better things in her life. As a business owner, her experiences have proven that when one door closes, another always opens. She shares how to have this mindset not only in your business but also in your personal life. Michelle reminds you to focus on the worth of your services to help you...

5 Steps To Being PR Ready 02.11.2021

Michelle Glogovac is a publicist for clients from many fields of expertise. One of the things that Michelle ensures is that all her clients are PR ready. What exactly does this mean? Join her as she discusses her top five steps to being PR ready. As you begin to start planning your business goals for next year, make sure you have a solid PR strategy in place. This episode will help you plan a PR s...

Living Life On Purpose with Tanya Dalton 26.10.2021

Tanya Dalton is is a best-selling author, speaker, podcaster, mom of 2, wife and nationally recognized productivity expert. Today her new book On Purpose: The Busy Woman’s Guide to an Extraordinary Life of Meaning and Success launches into the world. She’s been featured on NBC, Fox, Entrepreneur.com, Fobes, Inc, Real Simple and a number of other places. Tanya is also the Founder and CEO of inkWELL...

Behind the Button with Jill Strickland Brown 19.10.2021

Did you know that finding the perfect outfit will empower you more than by just looking stylish? Join me as I speak with Jill Strickland Brown who left a successful career in fashion to become an entrepreneur, author, and image transformation consultant. She empowers women not only through her work in her Pennsylvania-based clothing boutique, Frocks, but also by sharing her story with the world. S...

Million Dollar Micro Business with Tina Tower 12.10.2021

There’s an online course for just about everything, so why haven’t you created one yet? Tina Tower is a coach for online course creators, an entrepreneur and author of Million Dollar Micro Business: How To Turn Your Expertise Into A Digital Online Course. In her book, she is giving you all of the tools you need to create your course. It’s literally like a coursebook you’d get for a college course...

From Privilege to Progress with Michelle Saahene 05.10.2021

Co-Founder of From Privilege to Progress, Michelle Saahene went to grab a latte and work from a Starbucks in 2018. Two black men walked into the coffee shop and asked to use the restroom. They were denied since they hadn’t purchased any coffee. They took a seat waiting for their business meeting to start, but were next greeted by 8 police officers who arrested them….for not buying a cup of coffee....

My Aviation Career: A Story of Relationships & Celebrities 28.09.2021

Before becoming a publicist and THE podcast matchmaker, I had an 18-year career in corporate aviation. My main job was to sell jet fuel to corporate flight departments, but prior to sales, I worked directly with the passengers of these luxury planes. Over almost two decades I met a number of celebrities and today I’m taking you on a trip down memory lane. I’m sharing the stories of interactions I...

How to Master Being a Storyteller 21.09.2021

A storyteller is not someone who reads books to others. These days you have to be a storyteller to sell your product or service, to be the CEO of a company, to be a spokesperson, to give a good interview and much more. So why is it so hard for some people to tell a good story? Today I’m sharing what a good storyteller is and how to become one. It’s all about relating to your audience, engaging the...

TedX Talk, Ted Lasso & Racism 14.09.2021

We all need to strive to be more like Ted Lasso with his endless optimism and seeing the good in others. I’ve been doing this and in doing so have also tried to speak my truth on a larger platform, such as giving a TedX Talk. I made it to round 2 of interviews for a talk in Utah but the selection committee met my topic with unexpected ignorance. Find out what my TedX Talk interview was like firsth...

Declutter Like A Mother with Allie Casazza 07.09.2021

She’s baaaack! Top rated podcast host and best-selling author Allie Casazza is back for a record 3rd time today! Declutter Like A Mother launches today and if you haven’t already, you need to run out to Target and buy it. I promise that when you read Allie’s book, a fire will be lit inside of you. I felt inspired to take action in my home and to enjoy the space I am spending 99% of my day in. This...

How Consistency Equals Success In Business, Health & Life with Lisa Herrington 31.08.2021

Cue the confetti and pop the champagne because we’ve made it to episode 100!!!! First, a big thank you for listening and all of your support! Today the tables are turned and my friend and fitness trainer, Lisa Herrington is interviewing me! For the past year I’ve been on a health journey but haven’t shared much about it, but Lisa knows the behind the scenes because she’s been by my virtual side fo...

PR: Why You Shouldn't Pay For An Interview 24.08.2021

When it comes to media placements, should you pay to play? Should you pay for an interview in a magazine, podcast, or other digital outlet? My answer is NO! I’m sharing why you should never pay for media placements and why you SHOULD rely on earned media features and interviews. Find out what’s behind the Yahoo Top 10 lists, how much money some podcasts are charging for an interview and how you ca...

Mindset Shifts & The Power Of Affirmations 17.08.2021

Today I have two very special guests joining me and we are talking all about the power of affirmations. I recently started making positive affirmations part of my morning and have introduced the practice to my kids. We were having some trouble falling asleep, which prompted the start of saying affirmations and it’s simply grown. I asked my sidekicks if they’d like to join me for an episode on how...

The Importance Of Transparency: It's OK To Make Mistakes 10.08.2021

Transparency is a word whose definition seems to be not so transparent. Online we see people being “transparent” about their 5 figure months, all of their wins, how they barely work and make money in their sleep. How much truth is actually behind these claims? Today, I’m being honest with you about a recent mistake I made in my business. It was a substantial one, but I learned from it and I want y...

Using Color With Intention In Your Home & Business with Mehnaz Khan 03.08.2021

Have you ever thought about how a color could have the power to change your mood? Color plays a big role in our lives and helps control how we feel...often, we don’t realize the power it has! Mehnaz Khan is a color psychology specialist and helps people select colors in their homes, clothes and brands that elicit certain emotions. There's a reason why we gravitate to certain colors and why we feel...

How Knowing Your Human Design Can Improve Your Life & Business with Kelsey Abbott 27.07.2021

Do you ever wonder about what you are meant to do in life? I certainly do! Kelsey Abbott is a human design reader and certified professional coach. By using the day, time and location of where you were born, Kelsey can then give you insight into the type of person you are, why you operate the way you do, how you can actually succeed when it comes to working with others, and so much more. Before ou...

What Is A Book Coach? with Jennie Nash 20.07.2021

One of my dreams is to write a book. When we think about what goes into writing a book, we think of the obvious key players, the author, editor, publisher, agent, publicist, sometimes a ghostwriter, but have you heard of a book coach? I’m so excited to introduce you to the original book coach, Jennie Nash. She's a 10 time author, creator of the Author Accelerator Program, and a book coach who has...

From Corporate Burnout To Business Owner Elizabeth Rosenberg 13.07.2021

What’s the point at which you slow down in your job if you are stressed and feeling burnt out? Would you slow down if you suddenly landed in the ER and lost your motor skills? Elizabeth Rosenberg was the global head of communications for one of the largest ad and marketing agencies and she was in charge of the largest account...in the world when she literally collapsed. Finding that her life neede...

THIS Is 40! 06.07.2021

This week I’m turning 40 and I am celebrating! Life has happened between 30 and 40 and I discovered not only who I am, but what I want to be when I grow up, the life I want to live and also fell in love with myself along the way. I dealt with the shame and guilt I felt from my childhood and demanded acknowledgement. I found my voice and instead of simply having my beliefs, I’m speaking about them....

The Things We Don't Talk About with Stacy Bernal 29.06.2021

There’s a certain taboo when it comes to talking about giving up your child for adoption or being sexually abused by your parent...these are things we don’t talk about. Tedx Speaker, author, and Change Instigator Stacy Bernal IS talking about these things and so much more! Stacy is someone who has realized the importance of owning your past and not being ashamed of it, to recognize your worth and...

Embracing Inclusion & Raising Biracial Children with Erica Courdae 22.06.2021

Erica Courdae is a DEI consultant who was already embracing inclusivity in her business before making it her career. She is also the mother of 2 bi-racial children and shares some very personal stories of what her children have experienced already in their young lives. As adults we often deal with things we shouldn’t have to, but when it comes to children, I feel very strongly that they should be...

Living A Fully Charged Life with Woman's Day Editor-In-Chief Meaghan B Murphy 15.06.2021

Positivity and happiness creates a ripple effect in your life and the lives of others. Author and Woman’s Day Editor-In-Chief Meaghan B Murphy is sharing with the world how she has created a fully charged life and is saying YAY! on a daily basis. Meaghan is an orange beacon of light and puts a smile on your face when you see her or talk to her. She’s on a mission to spread her positivity everywher...

Gun Reform with Child Advocate and Author Tonya McKenzie 08.06.2021

Gun reform is a topic that usually has only two sides to it...those for it and those against. Child advocate, author and publicist, Tonya McKenzie is tackling this topic from the perspective of how guns are affecting our children. This conversation is open and honest and presents what is lacking when gun reform is usually the topic - common sense. It’s not about taking guns away from everyone. It’...

How To Plan & Batch Content For Summer 01.06.2021

School is just about out and summer is here! As a business owner, how do you create a relaxed summer with your family while still creating content for 3 months? I’m sharing my process of how I plan content for my podcast and social media in order to take every weekday afternoon off. This episode isn’t just for business owners, moms, I’m sharing tips on other ways I plan in order to alleviate stres...

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