Stranger Connections

"Just know that going through the grieving stages is normal. Take the time to do it. I guarantee you'll have a much better divorce process." ~ Judith M. Weigle of Divorce Resource inc Stranger Connections guest #161 is a gifted storyteller, mediator, podcaster, speaker, author, and hilarious new friend. Can there really be such a thing as a 'heart-healthy divorce'? Judith (or Judi) Weigle has ligh...

Episode 160 features a ridiculously happy artist, author, podcaster, and coach for other creative beings. His podcast is called, "Are You Waiting For Permission?" Meet Joseph Bennett, an improvisation performer and artist who also creates fantastic pieces of art out of found objects. Join this charming conversation to learn: How to trust - with a capital T The reason we are exhausted What is 'foun...

"Instead of using 40% of my energy to wonder how I'm going to enter the world every day, I can spend 100% of my energy living my best life." ~ Andy Vargo of Awkward Career If you've ever felt like the awkward one at a public event, or even at a family gathering, you most certainly are not alone. Not at all. Consider "owning" your awkward. Stop trying to fit in and instead activate your hidden stre...

"Who are we to argue with Mother Nature?" ~ Kelley Gilberry This guest is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist who found the plant life after losing two family members suddenly. After learning he may be the next to die due to disease and obesity, he turned to plants and became One Determined Vegan. His book is "Plants Saved My Life" and is full of plant-based medicine and natural healing information....

“No one knowingly joins a cult." ~ Peter Young Peter Young says he lived in a tiny religious cult for 20 years but was finally rescued. His story exposes how secrecy protects cults & how to recover. You may look at others differently after hearing this interview. Perhaps you will recognize some of the traits described in this episode. Are you immune to the cult mentality? Is there an Uncle Bob...

Meeting this guest took me by surprise, and you'll have to listen to the episode to learn why this was so unique. Learning I was an official 'assignment' was wild! Arianna Subera is a remarkable young woman who is eloquent, sweet, bright, and exactly what our future needs. I learned how humor became part of her medical treatment for treating her chronic illness, and why she has been attending clow...

This 'professional tumbleweed' helps people find the right words that convey their brand, podcast, and book! Lonnee Rey is a sassafrass-firecracker whose recent book, "How To Deal With a Dumbass" will have you laughing, nodding, and taking notes. Lonnee is a podcaster (How To Deal With a Dumbass; the spiritual perspective), creative writer, and project consultant. Her quick-witted phrasing (like;...

Episode 154 of Stranger Connections Podcast: "Leadership, in my mind, was simple. It was all based on respect and trust." ~ Marilyn Moss Rockefeller Prepare to be genuinely 'wowed' by the fantastic story of Marilyn Moss Rockefeller. Her book is "Mountain Girl; from barefoot to boardroom" and it is the remarkable story of a life that began on an impoverished Appalachian farm to the boardroom of a m...

"Death and money bring out the whacky side of people." Sarah Page Clifford This goal-driven young attorney has an energetic storytelling style that will leave you smiling. Her relatable stories about families fighting over when someone dies are downright hilarious. She can talk about estate planning and how she once was tasked with tracking down a thirty-thousand dollar dog who has its own visa an...

What is your 'other voice' and why do energy, vibration, and frequency matter for simply speaking words? Learn speaking basics, regarding the sounds from our throats and bodies, from this week's guest, Aiko Hemingway. She's a Toastmasters International Speaker, and is about to experience her first TEDx this fall! Aiko studied linguistics at UCLA and is the owner and founder of Schwagirl, teaching...

"You're not alone in your origin story." ~ Andrea Owen This fantastic human inspires the masses with her podcast, "Make Some Noise" which has been going strong for a decade! I begin our chat by asking: "What is a kick-ass life?" And the wrap-up story she shares when I ask if she has a dare or prank story to share is one to hear!! Andrea Owen is an international speaker, professional certified life...

"A goal isn't a goal until you pick a date and get it down on paper". ~ Award Winning Senior Athlete, John Hurd. Episode 150 is exceptional! Meet my oldest guest to date, Mr. John Hurd. He has medals, trophies, and bragging rights galore. His career started in math, numbers, and computers - back when the machines took up entire buildings. Hurd still has a passion for Excel spreadsheets, and dabble...

"I'm not afraid to say I don't know how to do something. Instead, I ask how CAN I do this." ~ Cliff Beach, author of Side Hustle & Flow and funky musician man. (My own title for him). My favorite song on repeat is from his album, "Who The Funk Is Cliff Beach" and it's called "Let Me Down". During this interview, I learned Cliff Beach finished High School at age 16. He is a master of time manag...

"You don't need marketing, just go out and sell." ~ Joe Pallo, author, speaker, consultant Joe Pallo is a heckuva storyteller and top-notch listener. With this golden combination, it's no wonder he lives and breathes sales and connections. Pallo is a former door-to-door salesperson turned consultant, author, and speaker. Pallo's upcoming book is "How to Sell Nothing; the salesperson's guide to wha...

"Everybody in business is looking for some kind of edge. Social media is perceived to give us that edge. I constantly refresh the way I bring ideas to the fore." ~ JD Gershbein JD Gershbein pioneers the next frontier of LinkedIn for Leaders, Business Owners, Physicians, Advisors, and Content Creators in Brand Transformation - and Organizations Driving Culture Change. He has charm, a super-wonderfu...

"Humor is a skill, which means that it can be learned. So the question isn't, 'Are you funny?', the question is, 'What kind of funny are you?' " ~ Drew Tarvin, author, speaker, pun master Jump on the humor bus, and prepare to laugh, ponder, and learn! Drew Tarvin is the leader of finding humor at work. Appropriate kinds of things that won't get you fired, but will, most-certainly, create a new bon...

"You just have to say Yes to some things in life. If nothing else, it becomes a story." ~ Cesar Cervantes He's been featured on Comedy Central, and a handful of Hollywood films, too. Now he leads others toward their performing and speaking goals. He's one of my mentors and I'm superbly thrilled to kick off humor month (April) with this great guy! Cesar loves the stage, whether delivering one of hi...

"Regrets are unfinished business, unfinished relationships." ~ Diane Hullet, end-of-life coach who is passionate about facilitating conversations about mortality, to lead people to know what matters most to them. It all began with a funeral for an insect. Then she was hooked on what it means to die, and to respect the way we leave this realm. Hullet says it's so natural to be part of the birthing...

Entrepreneur Ausi Kimmons speaks multi-languages, is a Code Conversion Coach (what's that?) and happens to have three families under one roof. Five of those people are their five children! Her online marketing work is alongside her husband, where they hold quick 5-day challenges to teach others how to turn Cold Calls into Clients. (grow.ausikimmons.com). We delve into what it's like to live with n...

Can one truly 'move past murder' when the victim is your own mother? Collier Landry was an 11-year-old when he found the strength to figure out what happened to his mother, who was suddenly gone. Collin openly shares his childhood trauma, recalling: The sounds he heard in the night His mother's eerie premonition The bravery that uncovered a murder Testifying in court against the murderer, his fath...

Can one truly 'move past murder' when the victim is your own mother? Collier Landry was an 11-year-old when he found the strength to figure out what happened to his mother, who was suddenly gone. Collin openly shares his childhood trauma, recalling: The sounds he heard in the night His mother's eerie premonition The bravery that uncovered a murder Testifying in court against the murderer, his fath...

"It's about seeing the world through the eyes of possibility." - Edie Weinstein Speaker, author, creative journalist and licensed social worker Edie Weinstein is a hugger. Not the annoying kind that grabs a body without consent. There are rules, and courtesies that go with touch. This bright soul shares beautiful thoughts to consider, such as: Body Sovereignty Nurturing touch Opti-mystic discovery...

"Our past doesn't go away, we must tend to where we came from." Beverly Ehrlich Beverly Ehrlich is a relationship coach who firmly believes that we heal, grow, and thrive through healthy and cherishing relationships. Feeling helpless and strained when her husband of many years found himself in the depths of depression, they turned for support (Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy / RLT). In this e...

"Just leap....something good will come of it." Marc Ensign Ensign is a prolific storyteller, author, leadership speaker, broadway musician and world changer. After resigning from his own company, he decided to admit he never outgrew the dream of being a super hero. Learn the story of how his tenacity landed him a role with the broadway musical RENT. (Book: Unbreakable) Hear about the brilliance an...

"When you share your story, you shape the world." Alex Street Are you wasting opportunities at work or in relationships by talking about WHAT you do instead of WHO you are and WHY you do it? Your story matters. It's more important than the services you offer. Don't believe me? Listen in to the convo with a professional storytelling coach who can help you shape a magical 30-second story to share wi...