Silver Disobedience® Perception Dynamics™ with Dian Griesel: How People Think, Lead & Create Success

Battling Cancer and Climbing Mountains: An Inspirational Conversation with Charles Porter - Part 2In this powerful episode, Charles Porter, an actor, producer, and three-time bone marrow transplant survivor, shares the second part of his incredible journey battling stage four Hodgkin's lymphoma. From intense treatments to climbing Mount Rainier, Charles discusses the trials, innovations, and t...

From Athlete to Actor: Charles Porter's Inspirational Journey and ResiliencePart 1 of 2 Episodes In this episode, Dian hosts Charles Porter, an exceptional individual whose life story is filled with resilience, inspiration and success. Charles shares his remarkable journey from being an athlete; his blood type changing due to cancer treatments; to becoming an actor; and now film producer, too....

The Crossroads of Art, Technology, and Self-Image: In Conversation with Gretchen Andrew In this episode of the @SilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics podcast, host Dian Griesel interviews multimedia artist Gretchen Andrew. Gretchen shares her journey from modeling to creating art that merges face-tuning tech, glitter, and paint, aiming to highlight societal pressures around beauty and self-image....

Breaking Barriers: Trailblazing Black Woman in Corporate America - Gladys H. DeClouetListen to Gladys H. DeClouet, author of 'A Layered Life: Breaking Barriers as a Trailblazing Black Woman in Corporate America.' In this compelling conversation, Gladys shares her inspiring journey from Tuskegee University to becoming the first woman engineer in offshore oil and gas production at Conoco Oil...

Eradicating Bullying: An Interview with Kirk Smalley from Stand For the SilentIn this emotional and thought-provoking episode, @SilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics host Dian Griesel talks to Kirk Smalley, the founder of Stand For the Silent , about the alarming issue of bullying and its tragic link to child suicide. Kirk shares the heart-wrenching story of his own son, Ty, who took his life at...

Aging Wisely: Insights from Lifelong Friends Scott Fisher and Dr. Ben Green If we're lucky -- we'll get older. But what does it mean to age wisely? Join host Dian Griesel as she converses with lifelong friends Scott Fisher and Dr. Ben Green about what it means to age wisely. Having known each other since their freshman year at Yale, Scott and Ben share their journey of exploring successful aging a...

Jill Chastain Diamond: Pioneering Women's Boxing, Philanthropy, and Resilience In this engaging episode, Jill Diamond Chastain shares her remarkable journey from a producer in the music industry to a groundbreaking figure in the world of boxing. As the first woman to sit on the executive board of the North American Boxing Federation and the current USA Vice President of the organization, Jill&...

Turning Crisis into Success: The Inspiring Journey of Rising Ground with Alan Mucatel Join me for an insightful @SilverDisobedience episode with Alan Mucatel, CEO of Rising Ground , one of New York's largest human services organizations. Discover how Alan lead a team to turn around an organization on the brink of collapse to become a leading provider of social services in New York City. Learn...

InExploring Hip Hop Culture with Dr. A.D. Carson - The First Hip Hop Professor This @SilverDisobedience episode dives deep into the world of hip hop with Dr. A.D. Carson , the groundbreaking professor of hip hop at the University of Virginia . Dr. Carson, who is also an artist and author, explores the intersections of hip hop, social commentary, education, storytelling, and culture. In a thought-p...

Unlocking the Secrets of Invisible Wounds: In-Depth Conversation with Michaela Johnson, Ph. D. Michaela Johnson is the author of 7 Primal Wounds . In this  ⁨@SilverDisobedience⁩  episode, host Dian Griesel and Michaela discuss her new book, which delves into the concept of primal wounds and how they impact our relationships, self-worth, and decision-making. They explore Michaela's unique backg...

Navigating the World of Acting and Modeling: Insights from Agent Charlie Winfield Have you ever wanted to be a Star? Model in magazine or TV ads? Act in commercials or films? In this episode of the Silver Disobedience® Perception Dynamics™ podcast, host Dian Griesel interviews Charlie Winfield, president & co-owner of FFT Models and a long-time talent agent with personal experience as a child...

Unveiling the Art of Real Estate with Carl Gambino Dive deep into the world of real estate with expert Carl Gambino from the Gambino Team , who has overseen over $2.5 billion in transactions. Discover Carl's journey from walking around Soho as a child to becoming a top advisor in multiple prime markets such as New York, Los Angeles, and Miami. He shares insights on wealth building, the importa...

Mastering the Art of the Ask with Laura Fredricks - Secrets to Confident Requests In this episode, Dian Griesel interviews Laura Fredricks , the author of ' Hard Asks Made Easy, ' a top Amazon bestseller. Laura shares her insights on why people struggle to ask for what they want and how to overcome these barriers. The conversation delves into the psychology behind why people feel undeservi...

Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer: An Interview with Bob Mladinich Ever wanted to delve deep into the chilling minds of serial killers? Tune in to this SilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics podcast with Dian Griesel and distinguished guest, Bob Mladinich . A former NYPD detective, acclaimed author and licensed social worker, Bob shares lots of insights as he recounts his unique experience with n...

Exploring Replacement Children: Insights from Author Rita Ache on Trauma and Healing In this @SilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics episode, host Dian Griesel discusses an intriguing and sensitive topic with guest Rita Battat Silverman , co-author of ' Replacement Children: The Unconscious Script .' The conversation explores the concept of 'replacement children' -- a term coined in the 1960s to d...

Journey from Tennis Pro to Crime Writer: An Interview with Walter B. Levis In this captivating episode, host Dian Griesel engages in a deep conversation with Walter B. Levis , a former crime reporter and author of ' The Meaning of the Murder. ' Join them as they explore the intersections of fiction and non-fiction crime, the psychology behind criminal acts, and Walter's unique transiti...

Ageless Living: A Journey of Manifestation and Vitality with Aleta St. James In this episode of the Silver Disobedience Perception Dynamics podcast, host Dian Griesel dives into 'Ageless Living' with special guest Aleta St. James . At 77, Aleta shares her incredible journey of becoming a mother to twins at 57, defying societal expectations about aging. Aleta, an author, energy healer, and...

The Essentials of Downsizing and Organizing: Expert Tips with Barbara Brock Delve into the emotional and practical aspects of downsizing and organizing with professional organizer Barbara Brock . From understanding the different types of downsizing -- whether general, moving, and senior moves -- to differentiating between downsizing and decluttering, Barbara shares her wealth of knowledge. We disc...

Master Chef David Burke: Culinary Journey, Creativity, and Industry Insights Enjoy this captivating episode as host Dian Griesel sits down with iconic Chef David Burke. Explore his illustrious career journey, from his humble beginnings in New Jersey and Europe to becoming a renowned chef and restaurateur in New York City. Chef Burke shares intriguing stories, including the creation of his famous d...

Creating Your Ideal Home with Intention: A Conversation with Interior Designer Kim Depole In this episode of the Silver Disobedience Perception Dynamics Podcast, hosted by Dian Griesel, she speaks with interior designer Kim Depole who offers her insight on creating ideal environments. Kim elaborates on designing from the 'inside out,' emphasizing the importance of intention, personal expre...

Entrepreneurial Success: Insights from Seth Farbman’s Journey In this episode of the Silver Disobedience© Perception Dynamics™ podcast, host Dian Griesel welcomes entrepreneur and business builder Seth Farbman . Seth shares his journey of growing and exiting multiple companies, along with the invaluable lessons learned along the way. From the early days of struggling as a securities attorney to se...

Nicole Zuraitis: Practice, Visualization and Grit to Grammy Wins - An Inspiring Journey In this special episode, Dian Griesel interviews Nicole Zuraitis , an accomplished American jazz vocalist, pianist, composer, arranger, and 2024 Grammy winner for Best Vocal Jazz Album. Nicole shares her inspiring journey from setting her mind to winning a Grammy to achieving this monumental goal. With candid s...

Energetic Investing: Kevin Bambrough on Wall Street Trends, Commodities, and Graphene Breakthroughs In this episode, host Dian interviews Kevin Bambrough, author of ' The Energetic Investor', discussing the interconnectedness of gut instinct, consciousness, graphene, and investing. Kevin shares his journey from tech sector investing during the .com bubble to commodities and his retirement...

Helping Artists Navigate the Legal Maze: AI, Entertainment, and Intellectual Property with Albert Soler, Esq. Tune into this insightful interview with Albert Soler, chairman of Litigation, Entertainment, and Intellectual Property at Soler and Salva. We dive deep into various legal issues prevalent today, such as AI, frivolous lawsuits, contract disputes, and the intricacies of the music industry....

From Sketch to Runway: Jamie Koff of Fabric to Finish on Fashion Production In this episode, Dian Griesel interviews Jamie Koff , founder and president of Fabric to Finish, a company dedicated to helping designers bring their fashion dreams from inception to completion. Jamie details her journey from her early days as a production coordinator at J. Crew to her roles at Tommy Hilfiger and DKNY, and...