Sheila’s Take

Join us on this episode of Sheila's Take as we sit down with the incredible Andrea Leigh. From a 30-year career at Pfizer to a bold transition into the fashion industry, Andrea's story is all about resilience, creativity, and embracing change. Learn how she navigated these monumental shifts, her insights on discipline, customer experience, and the power of saying 'yes' to life. Plus, get a sneak p...

Join me on this uplifting episode of Sheila's Take as I sit down with Jessica Morris, an inspiring voice who has transformed her life from adversity to redemption. Jessica shares her compelling journey through a challenging childhood marked by her father's alcoholism and abuse, her own struggles with addiction, and how she found her way to recovery and a deep spiritual connection with Jesus. Disco...

In this episode of Sheila's Take, join Sheila Dunbar as she welcomes Craig Dehut, co-founder of Appian Media, to delve into the inspiring journey of creating engaging, accurate, and family-friendly biblical media. Craig shares his personal story, from animating video games to producing documentary-style biblical content that’s free for everyone. Discover the challenges they faced, the innovative s...

In this episode of Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar welcomes Angela Beyer, a renowned trainer and health coach, and founder of House of Shape. Angela shares her inspiring journey from overcoming health challenges and eating disorders to becoming a bodybuilding pro and pageant queen, holding titles like Miss USA and Miss Universe. They discuss the importance of a healthy lifestyle, patience, and taking...

In this uplifting episode of Sheila's Take, we sit down with the incredible Tara Wiskow – a weight loss coach, intuitive energy healer, spiritual practitioner, and life reinvention expert. Tara delves into her inspiring story of overcoming identity struggles, personal loss, self-doubt, and even suicidal thoughts. Through her company 'Be the Change You Need' and transformational program 'She Rises,...

In this powerful episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar welcomes the inspiring Kendell Lenice. Kendell shares her profound journey as a colon cancer survivor, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy and early detection. As we observe Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Kendell's story offers hope, resilience, and a reminder to prioritize our health. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled...

Welcome back to Sheila's Take! In this powerful episode, Sheila dives deep into the importance of healing childhood trauma to build healthier relationships, featuring her inspiring guest, Tammy Cox—a skilled trauma healing specialist. Tammy shares her personal journey and professional insights, providing practical tools for emotional resilience and overcoming past traumas. They discuss how early c...

Today on Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar interviews Argustic Dunbar, a lifestyle coach and mentor. They delve into empowering men to prioritize themselves, break societal norms, and live authentically. Argustic shares his insights on self-love, gratitude, financial freedom, and healthy masculinity. Get inspired by their conversation on redefining masculinity and achieving an outstanding life. Tune in...

In this thought-provoking episode of 'Sheila's Take,' Sheila Dunbar sits down with Dr. George Maurer to explore his inspiring life journey and his controversial views on critical race theory. From his notable military service to his distinguished career in broadcast journalism, Dr. Maurer shares insights from interviewing high-profile personalities and top defense officials. He also delves into hi...

Join Sheila Dunbar as she sits down with Logan, whose story of battling sexual addiction and finding recovery through faith and support is both heart-wrenching and inspirational. Raised in Alaska, Logan took his natural surroundings and stable family life for granted, later struggling with deep-seated issues that led to destructive behaviors. Logan shares candidly about his relationship with his w...

In this video topic Finding Purpose & Alignment | Scott Maderer on Inspired Stewardship. Join host Sheila Dunbar on Sheila's Take as she delves into an inspiring conversation with Scott Maderer of Inspired Stewardship. Scott and his wife Carrie support Christian men and couples in aligning their time, talents, and treasures through coaching, workshops, and his book 'Inspired Living.' Discover...

Join Sheila Dunbar as she welcomes Lolita Guarin, a stress management expert and burnout recovery specialist, to Sheila's Take podcast. Lolita shares her transformative journey from childhood trauma and professional burnout to discovering holistic healing practices like meditation and yoga. She introduces her CALM Method, a toolkit designed to help individuals manage stress and achieve sustainable...

Join Sheila Dunbar in this episode of 'Sheila's Take' as she welcomes Jonathan Niziol, an international model and fitness role model, who shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction, mental health struggles, and personal loss. Jonathan's journey serves as a testament to resilience, persistence, and the human spirit. Discover how he navigated through life's darkest moments to find success and...

Join Sheila Dunbar on this inspiring episode of Sheila's Take as she welcomes Asara Tsehai, the vibrant founder of the Juicy to 100 Nation. Together, they explore Asara's mission to redefine aging and empower women over 50 to live their most vibrant lives. From Asara's wellness and self-love coaching to the importance of community and proper nutrition, this conversation is packed with valuable ins...

In this captivating episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar sits down with legendary coach Mike Jarvis to delve into the realms of sports, leadership, and personal development. With a career spanning over three decades and remarkable achievements, including making NCAA history, Coach Jarvis emphasizes the importance of character, discipline, and resilience both on and off the court. Discover...

Join host Sheila Dunbar as she sits down with leadership coach and author, Doris Jackson Shazier. In this episode, Doris shares her journey from a young manager to a full-time leadership coach, delves into neural linguistic programming (NLP), and discusses how she helps mid-level leaders achieve high accountability and high morale. Additionally, Doris gives insights into her book 'Raising Justice,...

In this episode of Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar interviews Becky Upchurch, a Mindset Coach who empowers women to create lives they love by setting boundaries and embracing authenticity. Becky shares her journey from academia and customer service to coaching, highlighting the importance of mindset shifts for sustainable change. The conversation delves into strategies for overcoming people-pleasing,...

In this episode of Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar welcomes Terry Tucker, founder of Motivational Check LLC. Terry, a former NCAA athlete, SWAT negotiator, and 12-year cancer survivor, shares his incredible journey of overcoming adversity. He discusses his four truths for navigating challenges—controlling the mind, embracing pain, leaving a legacy, and resilience. Terry's insights, drawn from experie...

In this inspiring episode, Paul Lamar Hunter shares his incredible journey from a challenging childhood marked by poverty and tragedy to achieving success as an author and entrepreneur. He attributes much of his resilience to the strength and faith instilled by his extraordinary mother, Louise Hunter, who birthed 21 children and founded the first homeless shelter in Wisconsin. Hunter discusses his...

Join Sheila Dunbar as she speaks with the best-selling authors of 'The Unbreakable Marriage,' Jeeva, and Sulojana Sam. In this heartfelt conversation, the Sams share their journey from being featured in a Canadian Christian television network series inspired by the 'Fireproof' movie to becoming sought-after marriage mentors. Discover key insights from their 40-year arranged marriage, the essential...

Join Sheila Dunbar on this special episode of Sheila's Take Podcast as she interviews Takiya La'Shaune, a remarkable survivor who turned her experiences of stalking, domestic trauma, childhood abuse, and personal struggles into a beacon of hope and healing. Takiya shares her inspiring journey of faith, resilience, and empowerment, discussing how pivotal moments, like a triggering Thanksgiving even...

Join Sheila Dunbar as she interviews Mark Collins, a dedicated pastor, coach, and author passionate about helping Christian men become their best selves. Drawing from his experiences and his book 'Life Mastery: Living Life by Design, Not by Default,' Mark shares invaluable insights into balancing life’s roles, mastering thoughts, and living authentically. Discover powerful testimonies and strategi...

In this podcast transcript, host Sheila interviews Dr. Soma Mandal, a physician with expertise in both Western and Eastern medicine. Dr. Mandal discusses her holistic and personalized approach to healthcare, emphasizing the importance of considering a patient's background, diet, and lifestyle. She addresses common health issues faced by women of color, particularly related to menopause, and highli...

In this episode of Sheila's Take Podcast, mindset and fitness coach Elena Brandner talks about her remarkable journey of resilience, determination and transformation following a life-altering accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down. Elena shares the details of the accident, her recovery journey, and the mindset shifts that have helped her overcome adversity. She discusses the importan...

In this riveting episode of Sheila's Take Podcast, host Sheila Dunbar is joined by special guest Eric Allen. From overcoming a tumultuous childhood, battling addiction, and facing incarceration and bankruptcy, Eric's story is a powerful testament to the power of faith and perseverance. Now a successful entrepreneur and host of the top-rated MMA podcast, Eric discusses the pivotal moments that led...