The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge

Welcome to today's podcast, where we will be exploring the fascinating topics of stress and anxiety, and how they can be addressed using both Chinese medicine and the science of the brain. Stress and anxiety are common experiences in our daily lives, and they can have a significant impact on our mental and physical health. While we may feel that we have little control over these feelings, there ar...

Welcome to today's episode of our podcast! In this episode, we will be exploring the topic of "Trusting Your Voice" and why it is so important in our lives. Have you ever found yourself doubting your instincts or second-guessing your decisions? Or maybe you've been in a situation where you knew what the right thing to do was, but you didn't trust yourself enough to speak up or take action. Trustin...

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we explore stories of individuals who have found their purpose in life through helping others. Today, we are honored to have a special guest with us, who has dedicated her life to the noble cause of social work- Tamie Hall. Our guest is a passionate social worker who has worked tirelessly to help both men and women overcome their challenges and f...

Hello and welcome to today's episode of our podcast. Today, I want to talk about a topic that is close to our hearts - trusting your own voice, especially for women. For far too long, women have been conditioned to believe that their voices are not as important as those of men. We have been taught to second-guess ourselves, to hold back our opinions, and to doubt our abilities. But today, I want t...

Welcome to today's episode! In this episode, we will be exploring the exciting world of women's summits, and what it's like to be a guest speaker at one of these inspiring events. Women's summits bring together women from various industries and backgrounds to share their experiences, network, and learn from one another. As a guest speaker, you'll have the opportunity to share your expertise on a s...

Welcome to this inspiring episode of our podcast, where we are honored to share the story of a passionate woman who found her path and purpose after being fired from her job. Life can sometimes throw unexpected events at us, and for Romana, it was a turning point that led her to discover her true calling. In this episode, we'll hear from Romana about how she faced the challenging and emotional exp...

Patricia Schoeler is known for her ability to write words that reach into the hearts of her readers and evoke deep emotions. Her work has a unique quality that sets her apart from other writers; she has an exceptional gift for empathy. In every line of her poetry, she weaves together a narrative that encapsulates the human experience and connects us all in a shared, universal language. Schoeler's...

Welcome to a new podcast episode in which we discuss the importance of women being there for one another, regardless of age. We are all aware that life may be difficult, and it is critical to have a support network of individuals who understand and can offer encouragement. Women share a special link that may be extremely powerful and useful. Having someone to lean on, whether it's a mother and dau...

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Do You Speak Male? Episode # 34 Jill McCarthy It is true that men and women can have different communication styles, problem-solving approaches, and perspectives which can sometimes lead to misunderstandings. However, these differences can also be complementary and both men and women can learn from each other and fill gaps in each other's lives. By u...

What Can We Learn From the Waltons Episode #33 Jill McCarthy Many viewers find inspiration and advice in The Waltons, a 1972–1981 American television sitcom. The show portrays the Walton family, a close-knit and loving family that overcomes life's hardships, on Walton's Mountain, Virginia, during the Great Depression and World War II. Family and community are central to The Waltons. In the...

A Tribute to a Mentor Episode #32 Jill McCarthy Today, I will be sharing my story as a tribute to Ms. Marion Higman Furletti , she was my fourth-grade teacher and she was one of the most influential people in my life. I still carry the lessons and some practices she taught me to this day. Ms. Higman’s impact on my life will never be forgotten. She was more than just a teacher, she was a friend tha...

Episode #31 Vibrant Living Donna Tashjan Women who have been through a lot in life, and are healing. They don't give up or give in to negativities. I want to tell them they are beautiful inside and out. They should never focus on others and not take care of themselves so they don't lose track of what's important in this life Sometimes life throws you a curve ball and it's hard to c...

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Episode #30 Frank and Mickey Jo's Excellent Adventrures Frank and Mickey Jo Sobierajski Frank and Mickey are making a big change in their lives. They are leaving their home of 23 years and a community of 40 years, and friends. Why you might ask? Adventure Jamie! Adventure! Mickey and Frank will be sharing their plate of experience in their adventures...

Episode #32 Solo Episode - Jill McCarthy Christmas is the season of love and joy, and it's no wonder that many people want to get in the spirit of things by decorating their homes and making special memories with loved ones. It is about family, food (and lots of it), and fun! But there are so many traditions that we have to keep together. If you're looking for some inspiration on how to ce...

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Episode #28 Geraldine Crane bio . Geraldine is a serene spiritual Empowerment guide. She helps women whose hearts have been hurt by their mothers, to find peace, to regain their strength and to develop a loving relationship with themselves. She does this by reconnecting them with their inner divinity, resilience, and love, as well as their spirit guides....

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Episode #28 Jill McCarthy, Podcaster Bio I am a retired elementary school teacher from central New York 3 miles from the school that I worked at. I spent most of my career time teaching second graders in this local elementary school. I taught 7 & 8 years old children and I helped them to expand their imagination. I have been married for 43 years, I h...

ESTELLE PARKE Estelle Parke is a mother who writes the life story of her young son, whose unique life transformed the lives of so many around him. A much loved son, died at 14 years of age, but leaving a remarkably rich and inspiring heritage for all who wish to know his story. She is an author and has published a book which she has been trying to get it out since then. Her book kept her busy afte...

Episode #26 EVELYN WOOD BIO, Evelyn Wood is a Filipina, married and has two beautiful children. Both of them are grown-ups now and they are fulfilling their dreams and ambitions in their life. She retired back in Sept 2020 after working 22 years in a California Department of Corrections. Although she thought retired life will just be sitting and doing housework routine, it was behold! Her life bec...

Episode #25 ANN VARNEY Ann Varney has created an Award-winning business as a single parent with 2 children, whilst teaching full-time creating not 1 but 3 massive burn-outs. She knew it was time to change as her inner self was lost, trapped in her own creation. As she thought she would be happy with not only the success but fulfilling what she thought was her passion. Alongside meditation, intuiti...

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Episode #24 CARRIE SILVERHORN BIO, Carrie Silverhorn is an Eastern Shawnee/Irish Artist and Graphic Designer, from Northeast Oklahoma. She is a blessed mother of two and a grandmother to two preciouses babies. She has been drawn to art and creativity since the age of two. She was encouraged by her Parents and Grandparents in her artwork all her life. Aft...

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Episode #22 MANDY SNYDER BIO. Mandy Snyder is a Somatic Healer who helps people feel more at home in their bodies. She leads groups and does individual work for emotional healing, trauma resolution, nervous system regulation and self-discovery. She loves to help people access their calm centers, from which grounded creativity and self-empowerment can eme...

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Episode #21 CHERI L. NEAL Cheri lives in Zion, IL where she raised her two amazing children as a single mom. She has been a certified life coach since 2006 and a mental fitness certified trainer. She is a town supervisor, professional speaker and belongs to the National Speakers Association Wisconsin Chapter, one time she has been the  president of that...

The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge Episode #20 The Courage to Care LINDA BRYCE, MA, Rev Bio. LINDA BRYCE, MA, Rev, is an author, educator and bedside singer who offers emotional and spiritual support to those navigating serious illness and approaching death. Linda’s early experiences with health care for seniors and later at the bedside of her dying husband took her to hundreds more, to s...

Episode #19 Jacqueline Sisson MA: MFCT Certified Art Therapist (CAT) She is a Master Relationship Coach and Licensed ordained minister for over 40 years. Mind body and spirit coach helping women in self-actualization. She is married to her soul mate over 50 years and lives in Danville, Illinois. International Relationship Coach Jim Rohn international (JRI) International speaker and Author for Rela...

Episode #18 Lynne Parmiter Bowman Author of Brownies for Breakfast A Cookbook for Diabetics and The People Who Love Them She is an extrovert who has done more than 80 podcasts to date, over the last 15 months. Loves talking to women about being whom they want to be. Most often, focusing on health & wellness and always happy to dive into free-ranging conversation. Besides being an Author and pu...