The Relatable Voice Podcast

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast!  Today, we are heading to Florida to speak with Frank DiMaio—author, artist, speaker, and founder of the Emotional Prosperity Network. Frank spent decades as a chiropractic physician helping people heal physically, but his life's journey led him to explore a deeper kind of healing. He is the author of A Promise Made, A Promise Kept, and his latest...

Welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re heading to New York City to talk with Dr. Joanne Intrator—author, psychiatrist, political observer, and film critic. Born to refugee parents who escaped Nazi Germany, Joanne’s life has been deeply shaped by history, identity, and the search for truth. From working in politics and film before entering medicine, to writing her memoir Summons to Be...

Welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re heading to Connecticut to talk with Claire Stadtmueller. Claire is an opera singer, filmmaker, and activist who calls herself “Farm Girl by Day, Diva by Night.” Raised on a horse farm in New Jersey, Claire went from life in the saddle to performing on stages like Carnegie Hall. Now, she’s combining music, storytelling, and activism in her latest...

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we are heading to California to talk with Dr. Tony Nader. Dr. Nader is a physician, neuroscientist, author, and researcher of consciousness whose life’s work has been devoted to understanding human awareness and how greater consciousness can improve health, happiness, relationships, and society. His latest book, The Power of Caring: Who Car...

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! I’m your host, Lucia Matuonto. Today, we are heading to Iowa to talk with Terri Sterk. Terri is a wellness coach, speaker, author, and a two-time breast cancer survivor who has turned her personal pain into purpose. Today, we’ll talk about resilience, reinvention, healing, and how Terri is helping women reclaim their lives. She is the author of Th...

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast!  Today, we are heading to Missouri to talk with author Norma Sawyers Kurz, a writer, substitute teacher, mother, grandmother, and someone whose life has been deeply shaped by love, loss, resilience, and healing. Today, we’ll talk about her life, her writing, and the very human process of moving forward after unimaginable loss. Her latest book A Pe...

Today, we are driving to Florida to chat with Angela Page. Angela is a writer, producer, and storyteller whose career spans finance, theatre, film, and publishing. Her films have been featured on ShortsTV, Indiepix, Funny or Die, and IWoman TV. She is also the author of several books, including Matched in Heaven, Suddenly Single Sylvia, There's a Dead Girl in My Yard, and her latest novel, Enrico...

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! I’m your host, Lucia Matuonto, and today, we are heading to New England to chat with a remarkable poet and novelist whose journey is just as inspiring as her work. D.M. Gordon is a widely published poet and novelist whose work has appeared in literary journals including The Cincinnati Review and Poetry Daily. After decades of dedication, persevera...

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re heading to sunny California to chat with Darlene Koldenhoven — GRAMMY® Award-winning vocalist, composer, producer, actor, and the unforgettable soprano voice behind Aria in Yanni: Live at the Acropolis. Darlene is now sharing her remarkable journey in her upcoming memoir, Put Your Dress Down and Sing. Find out more are: https://www.da...

Today, we are heading to Los Angeles, California, to chat with S.A Sizemore. S.A is a writer, playwright, themed entertainment professional, and storyteller with a fascinating connection to one of America's most intriguing historical events—the Salem Witch Trials. A proud member of the LGBTQ community, Shelley draws inspiration from history, genealogy, and family stories. Her debut novel, Whispers...

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we are heading to sunny California to chat with Tim Disney. Tim is a writer, filmmaker, artist, and creative thinker whose journey has crossed many worlds—from storytelling and film to business, technology, investing, and the arts. He is also the co-creator of the fascinating new graphic novel, The A.R.C., a thought-provoking story inspired...

Hello  welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast!  Today The RV is headed to the Sunshine State! We are going to Florida to chat with a very special guest—Ritu Anand. Ritu is an author, storyteller, literary agent, actress, and lover of languages and culture. Ritu was born in New Delhi, India, and currently lives in Sarasota, Florida, with her husband and Prince, her adorable Bichon Frise. She is the...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Today, we are heading to Chicago to chat with Stephen Bastien. His latest book, Suing the Vatican, is out now. Find out more at: suingthevatican.com Disclaimer: The content of this episode reflects the personal views, experiences, and opinions of the guest, Stephen Bastien, and is presented for informational and conversational purposes only. Refere...

Hello, and welcome to the Relatable Voice Podcast. Today, we are traveling to New York to meet Dr. Christine Silverstein. Dr. Christine is a Peak Performance Coach, Behavioral Health RN, and Hypnosis Specialist.  Her latest Wrestling Through Adversity is out now. Find out more at:  drchristinesilverstein.com Idealperformance.net

Candace Lynn Talmadge spent decades inside the most disciplined form of storytelling there is: journalism. Deadlines. Accuracy. Accountability. She wrote as a business reporter for major publications, trained to separate emotion from fact and deliver clean, verifiable truth. At the same time, she was quietly studying the emotional body, spirituality, and the unseen layers of human experience. Two...

Today, we are heading to Ojai, California, to talk with Anne Rilley. Anne considers herself an author rather than simply a writer. Humor is essential to her process; if it doesn’t make her laugh, she won’t write it. This unique blend of intellect, wit, and purpose makes her work both thought-provoking and engaging. Her latest book The Human Idea: Earth’s Newest Ecosystem is out now.   http://www.t...

Today we are heading to London to speak with Luigi A. Kohli. Luigi A.K. is a retired corporate business professional who stepped away from his career in 2022 at the age of 57 to pursue his lifelong passion for writing. Born in London in the 1960s to an Italian mother and an Indian father, he was raised in a richly multicultural environment that deeply influenced his worldview and creative voice. j...

Today, we’re heading to London to speak with Jeremy Cook. In this episode, Jeremy shares his fascinating journey and his work bringing to life the seventh, eighth, and ninth novels Jane Austen never wrote. He is the author of Speculation, with Courtship & Court Martial launching soon, and The Widow & The Mistress already in the works. Find out more at: https://www.austenesque.com/

In this episode, Vicky Oliver sits down with April Garcia to talk about the rooms we carry inside us—the ones filled with light, and the ones we keep locked away. April shares her raw and honest journey through addiction, depression, and recovery, and what it truly means to stop running and start healing. Find out more at: http://aprildaygarcia.com/

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re hitting the road again with The RV, and this time we’re speaking with a very special guest—Bella Olson, an incredible young author who has already published her debut novel at just 11 years old. Bella is not only an author, but also a creative powerhouse—a theater performer, a YouTuber, and what she calls a “Chief Imagination Officer.”...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re hitting the road and taking a drive to Ohio, where we’ll be joined by a truly inspiring guest—Tricia Baxley. Tricia is an author, a Certified MBTI Practitioner, and a Certified Life Coach with a background in both finance and psychology. She’s also a devoted mom of two boys, a runner, a seeker, and someone who helps others reconnect wi...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re heading to Delaware to chat with Joyce Wambua Osborne. Joyce is a finance professional by training—she holds an MBA and is also a CPA. Beyond her work in finance, she is also a writer, speaker, and the author of Seasons of Me, a powerful reflection on growth, identity, and life’s many seasons. Find more about Joyce at IG: @joyful_faces...

Hello, and welcome back to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, the RV is cruising along the vibrant streets of Los Angeles, California, to chat with Lindsay Manfredi. Lindsay is a musician, international bestselling author, and unapologetic truth-teller. As the bassist for the rock band Cold, she has performed across the U.S., connecting deeply with audiences through music and storytelling. Her la...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re driving to Ft. Myers, Florida, to speak with Amy Hawk.  Amy is a nurse practitioner working full-time in the emergency room, a wellness provider, and the author of The Tales of Rumpus—a magical and empowering children’s series inspired by imagination, family, and meaningful life lessons. Find out more at: amy-hawk.com

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re hitting the road again with The RV, and this time we’re heading to San Diegoto speak with Jerry Troyer. Jerry is a counselor, chaplain, and author. Through years of working closely with individuals and families, he has heard powerful real-life stories that have shaped his perspective on human struggles, healing, and personal growth. Hi...