Real Talk with Tina and Ann

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever questioned how much power your words truly hold?  In this episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann , we unravel the emotional turmoil caused by misrepresentation, gossip, and false accusations. Using the gripping storyline of Prison Break as a springboard, we explore how even good intentions can be devastatingly misunderstood, leading to turmoil and broken relationship...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when someone you trust deeply causes you to lose faith in humanity? On this emotional episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann, we welcome back Tina from her summer break and reflect on a profound statement by our previous guest, Mikey Silas. Mikey, an artist and musician, highlights the worst thing you could do to another person.  Tina and Ann challenge the old adage,...

Send us Fan Mail Cleveland's best vocalist/songwriter, most interesting person, Mikey Silas, talks candidly about some of his worst moments and how the band , Apostle Jones, became part of making amends.    Ann and Mikey explore how personal struggles intersect with music to drive transformation. Mikey shares his journey of overcoming self-doubt, the grief of losing his father, and learning y...

Send us Fan Mail What if the power of music could heal your deepest wounds and unite communities in the face of adversity? On this transformative episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann , we welcome Mikey Silas, the magnetic frontman of Cleveland's dynamic band Apostle Jones. Mikey shares the band's inspiring journey, from their formation in 2019 to their current award-winning success, pr...

Send us Fan Mail "From Orphanage to Olympic Strength Part 2" continues Jon Hair's remarkable journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a celebrated artist and musician. Growing up in an orphanage and living in a basement with his six siblings, Jon faced significant hardships. Yet, through creativity, hard work, and the support of his second wife, he transformed these adversit...

Send us Fan Mail Join Ann as she sits down with Jon Hair, a sculptor with a portfolio that includes prestigious commissions for the US Olympic Committee and the US Air Force Academy and the Emmy Hall of Fame. Jon has had 170 public art commissions including Shanghai and Beijing. He has sculpted public figures such as Mr. Rogers, Frederick Douglas, Richard T. Greener, President Obama, Rosa Parks an...

Send us Fan Mail Ann takes you on a personal journey on reaching success with autism and trauma just by showing up. *I mistakenly stated Red and Brooks and it was Red and Andy. * Plus I meant that you could win the $25,000 statue. (not win $25;000.) Follow us on Tina and Ann's website  https://www.realtalktinaann.com/ Facebook: Real Talk with Tina and Ann | Facebook or at:  podcastrealtalktin...

Send us Fan Mail How can one person help to transform community institutions, or inspire a youth movement with creative programs? Join us on Real Talk with Tina and Ann as Ann sits down with the phenomenal Miss Betty Smith, whose journey of resilience and boundless energy will leave you in awe. Betty's story is a testament of what the power of imagination, the belief in our young people and c...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been controlled by fear that it felt like a physical barrier, preventing you from becoming who you were meant to be? We discuss some of our fears and our freedoms and the importance of not letting fear silence our voices. We also explore the profound impact of trauma and how it stifles personal growth and creativity. From lost childhood dreams this episode is a heart...

Send us Fan Mail When you live in fear people do not get to see who you really are. A beautiful, daring, caring, loving, dream-seeker person is hidden behind that mask. let's talk about the courage of breaking from that mask. Follow us on Tina and Ann's website  https://www.realtalktinaann.com/ Facebook: Real Talk with Tina and Ann | Facebook or at:  podcastrealtalktinaann@gmail.com or a...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a seemingly minor incident can trigger a cascade of deep-seated fears and past traumas? Join us on Real Talk with Tina and Ann as they discuss how everyday moments can trigger an irrational fear response, uncovering the layers of stress and anxiety that come with it. Through Tina and Ann's stories, we unravel the complexities of rational and irrational fears...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to Part 2 Of When Grief gets Real as Tina and Ann have a heartfelt exploration on this profound emotion.  Through these poignant narratives, we emphasize the weight of love and the emotional challenges faced when saying goodbye to those who mean the most to us. We discuss the saying, 'The only way to go through grief is to grieve,' and we stress the importance of...

Send us Fan Mail Tina and Ann talk about the heartbreaking topic of loss, but the episode is also very empowering and gives helps and resources. They uncover small comforts that help mend broken hearts. They discuss the symbol and solace that cardinals have and unique ways to memorialize. the pair end part 1 with a beautiful quote by Earl Grollman, reminding us that grief is not just pain but a pr...

Send us Fan Mail  Inspired by Dr. Jennifer Heisz's book "Move the Body, Heal the Mind," we discuss how physical activity can be a powerful antidote to anxiety and depression Stories of remarkable persistence, like Bob Goff's relentless pursuit of his law school dreams, illustrate the importance of pushing past mental or physical blocks—whether rooted in fear, trauma, or past ex...

Send us Fan Mail A cat who sits on a hot stove won't do it again, but it won't sit on a cold one either. How many times have you gotten a negative response when living life?  Vince Lombardi said, "Chase perfection knowing we won't catch it, but we will catch excellence.  Imperfect Progress is still progress.  (Lisa Turnquist)  Remind yourself, your best is enough. Giving 100% o...

Send us Fan Mail Ann remembers her brother who passed away this week. He had just sent her a very special message before his death. Listen as Ann shares what that was and her message back to him. This episode is dedicated to him. Tina and Ann are rerunning this episode on Overcoming and Resilience because of Keith's message to Ann. Thank you so much for listening. We have hit over 575,000 lis...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is part, inspired by an amazing podcast by Jeff Lewis with Dr. Donna Dannenfelser. Dr. Donna was a counselor to the NY Jets who knew nothing about football. She knew it was going to happen, and she made it happen. If we do not want to derail, we have to be the conductor of our own train. Listen as Tina and Ann discuss each car and how they feel about the purpose each...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is inspired by a Jeff Lewis podcast episode featuring  Dr. Donna Dannenfelser, who impressively transitioned from knowing absolutely nothing about football to a counselor for the New York through a mix of humor and heartfelt stories, the pair place their lives on a stage. We each write the scripts for our lives and cast the people in our play. Did each person play the...

Send us Fan Mail When Thomas Edison created the lightbulb, he gave the only functional lightbulb to a boy in the workshop. This story will offer you a different perspective not only in how to treat others, but yourself. This episode helps to challenge our thought patterns and inspires to break through some of life's biggest challenges.  What if someone believed in you that much or if you beli...

Send us Fan Mail Everything is found on the other side. This episode is such an uplifting episode, you will want to conquer the world and all your hurdles in your life by the time part 1 is finished. Ann shares her very empowering stories of how she actually taught her brain how to learn. They thought she would not be able to ride a bike because of her spatial sense and she taught herself how to r...

Send us Fan Mail Do past mistakes decide the love you should receive?  Are we conditioned to accept less than we deserve due to our history? Can a person be tainted according to their family tree?  Is there anything that disqualifies you from love or feeling worthy?   Consider this Jacob Brown quote. YOU are who you're bloodline was waiting for. Quote: When everyone seems to be getting a mira...

Send us Fan Mail What if we have a blemish in our life? What if we have done something that we feel is so horrific that we allow other's to treat us badly? What if we feel that we do not deserve good? What if you flip that and realize that even if your parents and their parents had a lifetime of bad choices, that you look in the mirror and say, "I am the one who my bloodline has been wai...

Send us Fan Mail Every time we step into the recording studio, we carry with us the stories of those we've met in the most unexpected places—like the battered woman's shelter where Ann once worked or the shadowed hallways of the courthouse where Tina and Ann witnessed the heartbreak of a murder trial. These experiences, though not their own, have left an indelible mark on their psyche, a...

Send us Fan Mail We're all shaped by the moments that challenge us. This is part 2 with musical genius Michael Haburay. This episode begins with Michael and host, Ann, sharing the loss of both of their dad's at a very young age and their paths of self destruction and rebellion. The duo share what it took to get into treatment and to turn their lives around.  Tough life experiences bring...

Send us Fan Mail From the death of his dad, to the consequences of addiction, Michael took his pain , did a 180  and now reaches the masses.  He realized he needed to change when he no longer recognized the man in the mirror and was compromising his moral compass on a regular basis.  He sought the help that he needed and is taking his musical talent  to stages all over the United States. Watch a c...