SolFul Connections

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, author, artist and entrepreneur Monique Richardson speaks about the profound impact her young relationship with her boyfriend John had on her life. Her story explores themes of connection, growth, identity and how our past is never really that far away from our present. Who we were then, who we are now, how we cope and the roads we choose are all...

Why is vulnerability so difficult for us? The prevailing wisdom encourages us to showcase our strengths and hide our weaknesses. But, is there a power that can be found in our vulnerability? In this episode of SolFul Connections Amanda chats with her sister, Melinda, and special friends, Chuck, Linda and Loraine about how being vulnerable is an essential part of living a fulfilling and fully reali...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections Podcast, Harry Jones, III shares the role perspicacity plays as a source of life inspiration. Harry touches on how sports, the arts and being a young black man have influenced his journey toward self-mastery. Content Advisory: Please note that depression, racism, suicidal thoughts are discussed within this episode of SolFul Connections.

In this episode of SolFul Connections, Leonard Heflich, who has had an illustrious world-wide career in food safety and is owner of The Biome Bakery and Innovation for Success, shares his perspective on longevity and leadership. Author of Balanced Leadership - A Pragmatic Guide for Leading, Live as Long as You Dare! and a more recent book that focuses on prayer, Len serves up a platter of informat...

In this episode of SolFul Connections, Amanda talks with her besties, Roseanne, Linda & Loraine about the new year. The friends discuss what made them proud, scared them and inspired them in 2023. They also focused on who they dream of becoming in 2024. Happy New Year from SolFul Connections & the Besties.

In this episode of SolFul Connections, Honey Beuf and Tess Kunik share their journey of loss. They bravely discuss suicide, its impact and how the memory of their beautiful and vibrant daughter/sister Olivia Kunik serves as a source of inspiration for thelivproject.org. We discuss loss, pain, healing, and how life, although never the same after a tragedy of this magnitude, still serves up beautifu...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, we feature a big announcement. So, listen in.

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, writer, speaker and founder of Scripting for Success, Ruth Anne Wood breaks down how she overcame her AI fears and has opened the door to a new collaborator! Listen in as we explore the possibilities of AI - how it can help us in life and business. And, take a journey with Ruth as she connects the dots between her fascinating childhood to a life w...

Dr. Jennifer Gardella, author of Domestic Violence Awareness: Whispers of Abuse, shares her personal journal from an abusive relationship to a life of love and fulfillment. A blogger, social media expert, educator and writer, Jen shares her story, along with how to spot abusive behavior in your relationships or in the relationships of those you love. She also talks about how to find the courage to...

In this episode of SolFul Connections, Roseanne and Amanda discuss aging, relevancy and the Sex & the City reboot - spoiler alert. Neither Roseanne nor Amanda are big fans. And, Amanda hasn't seen it. So, there's that. Seriously, the duo explore media, its reflection of societal norms, friendship, aging, and what it means to be a woman - or maybe even to be a human - in 2023.

In this episode of SolFul Connections, Jon Satin and Chris Pattay, otherwise known as The Possibility Coaches, share their strategies for living our most fulfilling lives. The duo stress that " You Can’t Plan Your Life. You Can Only Live!" Jon and Chris share some of their own life and spiritual journey and talk about how to get "unstuck" and step into our authentic and true selves. The duo are sp...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, DonnaMarie Davis, attorney, artist, actress and advocate shares her unusual journey from a childhood that included intense bullying through life as a student, artist, attorney and actress. DonnaMarie’s journey has been filled with unusual characters and dramatic events that have shaped her goals and generated an internal fire lit to compassionatel...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, author, coach and public speaker Renee Reisch talks about how she suffered a debilitating illness and found herself in agony and voiceless. Her journey of freeing herself from physical pain and unlocking the chains that bound her voice on an emotional level can serve as a guide for all who seek to be their fully empowered authentic selves. Her phy...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Elmer O'Brien, realtor, banker and business leader, discusses what is truly important to him - his family. Elmer shares the story of the brief but shining life of Leo, his grandson who filled every room he was in with joy and light. Even though Leo passed on at two years of age, his life remains a light that impacts countless others. Grief, faith,...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Trina Stutzman, author, speaker, coach and all-around incredible human, shares her tips, techniques and journey toward ending a lifetime of what amounts to servitude dedicated to the happiness of everyone but herself. People pleasing can be a sneaky little bugger. It disguises itself as kindness, but that disguise masks the dangers to everyone inv...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, retired guidance counselor Ann Kuntzmann shares her perspective on guiding our tweens and teens through the middle school years. She also discusses how she navigated tremendous life transitions, dealing with retirement from a job which filled her with purpose and passion, and discovering soon after retirement that she had breast cancer. Today, Ann...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Lee Harper, artist, author, and gentleman farmer, shares how he has come to create some of the most memorable characters in the world of picture books. His illustrations have vivacity and humanity. This formerly trained artist who has garnered countless awards for his imaginative and stunning work, speaks with candor about rising above and beyond...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Kristin Smedley shares her journey and the tools she has implemented to oversome seemingly insurmountable odds. Kristin is the founder of Thriving Blind, a three-time author, co-host of the Brilliantly Resilient Podcast, Tedx Speaker, Public Speaker & Advocate, and that is tip of the iceberg stuff. I don't know if she is aware of this or if it's s...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections Podcast, Brooke Henningsen, Founding Partner of Arrow Real Estate Services, shares how she has navigated her own journey building a life that includes success, community impact, a son, husband, friends and chickens. We discuss her philosophies, childhood and values. Brooke's story is one of resilience, fortitude, determination and good old-fashioned work e...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Amir Rashidian, chiropractor, award-winning entrepreneur, public speaker and author, shares his powerful journey from his childhood in Iran to his life today, running a successful chiropractic firm, serving as a community leader, and living life as a husband and father. Amir shares impactful tips that, if followed, can be life changing. If you are...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Pete Guinosso, owner of Pete G Yoga, shares his surprising journey to establishing his heart-centered yoga practice in California. Pete and Amanda talk about their early Catholic school days and Pete openly discusses how this athletic and driven scientist evolved to become an internationally recognized yoga teacher in the San Francisco Bay area. L...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Jen Phillips, principal at Jen Phillips April Write Words Marketing, shares how she has been discovering new vistas since she was young. A lifelong reader and writer, Jen grew up loving far off places and traveling there through books and her imagination. As soon as she could, she began to travel for real. The written word and the world figure pro...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Loraine Kilczewski shares how a life altering car accident set the trajectory for a life filled with equal parts pain and unmitigated joy. Loraine has experienced setbacks and losses while enjoying achievements and the life of her dreams. We discuss facing adversity and how joy can be found within it all.

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Paige Friend shares how she transformed her life by setting intentions and then making it happen. With determination, effort and some of life's magical pixie dust Paige has found her way to live at her favorite place - the beach! Leaving a corporate life and finding her way to a new lifestyle - and relationship - is all part of how Paige walke...

In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Ifeoma Aduba, Executive Director of Entrepreneurship Funders Network, shares what it was like to be a biracial child in a predominantly white community. In addition to growing up in Central Bucks County, Ify spent a portion of her childhood in her father's homeland of Nigeria. Education, service, and family were just a few of the pillars inscribed...