The Relatable Voice Podcast

Hello and welcome back to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today we’re heading to Sonoma County, California, to meet someone who’s worn many hats—police officer, chief, corporate executive, consultant, teacher, and now, author. Our guest is Brian Brady, the brilliant mind behind the Fog City Stories series.  Find out more at: www.goldengatetales.com

Joining us today is Blair Sorrel. Blair is an author, innovator, and animal lover. She was Free Time’s “Dollarwise Dilettante” columnist and Together Dating Service’s matchmaker. She founded StreetZaps to protect dogs and people from stray voltage. Blair has written a memoir about her experience with Schizoid Personality Disorder. The memoir, A Schizoid at Smith: How Overparenting Leads to Underac...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast — the show where we explore stories, creativity, and voices that connect us all. I’m your host, Lucia Matuonto, and today we’re diving into the fascinating world of music, legacy, and history. We have a truly special guest — Bill Holst. Bill is the curator of the Alan Hovhaness legacy, family archivist, and co-author of the upcoming memoir Alan Hovh...

Buckle up, listeners! Today, we’re steering our RV straight to sunny Florida to catch up with a very special guest, Cristina Matta. it’s the second time we’re giving her a ride!  Cristina is a writer, adventurer, and linguist who holds a Master’s in Applied Linguistics. She’s fluent in Spanish, an avid traveler, and the creative mind behind the Crack the Case mystery series. You may remember her f...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re driving to meet with Abby Rosmarin—a talented writer, former model, and current grad student. Abby has courageously navigated the highs and lows of trauma recovery, self-discovery, and the powerful journey of becoming comfortable in her own company. Her latest book, The Year of Dating Myself: How My Solo Tour Healed More Than Just My H...

With us today is Danielle Corrie, the published author of Teida’s Story. Growing up, Danielle confronted phobias, self-doubt and bullying. She was ridiculed for being of a different culture to others in the classroom. She was told that she wasn’t good enough to pursue the subjects she enjoyed. But today Danielle is a published author.

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Today, we’re heading to Utah to speak with Beth McDonough, a former TV crime reporter turned author and speaker. She’s the author of STANDBY, a powerful and unfiltered memoir about addiction, recovery, and rebuilding after public downfall. From reporting the news to becoming it, Beth’s journey is raw, real, and inspiring.

Welcome to Resilient Women Series! In this inspiring episode of the Resilient Women Series, we sit down with Irene Viglia, a visionary coach, mentor, and advocate for heart-centered leadership. Irene shares the pivotal moment that changed her life—her transformative journey to Peru—which sparked a deep passion for guiding others toward purposeful living. With over 14 years of experience in mentori...

Welcome to the Resilient Women series on the Relatable Voice podcast.  In this episode, we welcome the remarkable Diane Christiansen—a woman whose life reads like a Hollywood script. From her early days as a showgirl to her time as a clothing designer, Playboy Bunny, actress, and now a respected acting coach and author of The Last Real Showgirl, Diane’s journey is as dazzling as it is inspiring. S...

Welcome to the Resilient Women series on the Relatable Voice podcast. Co-hosting with me is Vicky Oliver, a Nonfiction Editor at LIT Magazine and an Art Editor. With us today are our esteemed guests, Amy and Jacqueline Kopito. They are identical twins who describe each other as “built-in best friends”—so closely connected that they truly feel each other’s pain.

Today, I’m excited to be driving to California to chat with Neal Engstrom. Neal is a father of three, a Harvard and Stanford graduate, the head of a real estate investment fund, and an author. A true Californian, Neal was raised on the beach, worked as a pilot, and has lived in various places—including Japan. His new book, Your Life Path, is out now. Find out more about Neal at: www. NealEngstrom....

Today, we’re driving down to Lakewood Ranch, Florida, to chat with Kenneth Tyler — or as his friends call him, Kenny. Kenny is a semi-retired CPA turned author living his best life. Find out more at: You can learn more and connect with Kenny at www.huntingtheredfox.com 

Welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Today, we have another episode in our Resilient Women series. I’m joined by my co-host, Vicky Oliver. Vicky is an author of multiple books and a nonfiction editor. Together, we’ll be speaking with incredible women who have transformed their challenges into strength. You can also read more about Jeannette in The Relatable Voice magazine’s May issue. Download...

Today, we’re heading to the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area to speak with someone whose life reads like a movie — filled with courage, creativity, reinvention, and deep healing. Our guest is the incredibly inspiring Diana Morgan Dean — a woman who has worn more hats than most people do in three lifetimes: actress, award-winning photojournalist, ordained minister, sailor, and now, first-time autho...

Welcome to the Resilient Women Series from Relatable Media. I’m your host, Lucia Matuonto, and Vicky Oliver is co-hosting with me. Today we bring you one of the most touching stories of resilience we have ever heard. Hanani Aden is a survivor!

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Today, we’re heading to California to chat with Dr. Ran Anbar. Dr. Anbar is a pediatric pulmonologist who has been offering hypnosis and counseling to children and young adults for over 27 years. Ten years ago, he founded Center Point Medicine, focusing exclusively on hypnosis and counseling. He is also the author of The Life Guide for Teens. Find...

Hello, everyone, and welcome back to The Relatable Voice Podcast! I’m so excited about today’s episode because we’re heading to Canada to speak with a truly inspiring guest. Joining us today is Tong Ge, a talented author with a fascinating background. Tong holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Banking and a master’s in Agricultural Economics, but she has since taken an incredible leap into the...

Lucia: Welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Today, we have another episode in our Resilient Women series. I’m joined by my co-host, Vicky Oliver. Vicky is the author of multiple books and a nonfiction editor. Together, we’ll be speaking with incredible women who have transformed their challenges into strength.

Today, we are launching a brand-new series: Resilient Women. I’m joined by my co-host, Vicky Oliver. Together, we’ll speak with incredible women who have transformed their challenges into strength. Our guest today is Sheri-Lynn, whose journey of resilience, advocacy, and breaking stereotypes is truly inspiring. **This episode discusses suicide and grief. Listener discretion is advised.

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today we are driving to California to chat with Marianne Klein. Marianne was born in Budapest and survived WWII. She experienced motherhood, divorce, and pursued several professions. She enjoys reading, writing, and painting in her spare time and has recently published her fourth book, "Farewell, Paris."  Find out more at: https://inklein2productio...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Verba, we’re taking a virtual drive to California to chat with Dr. Ericka Verba. Dr. Verba is a scholar, musician, and author, currently serving as the Director and Professor of Latin American Studies at California State University. Find out more at: https://www.instagram.com/ericka_verba

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Today, we are driving to Durham, North Carolina, to talk with Dr. Wylin Wilson. Dr. Wilson is an Assistant Professor of Theological Ethics at Duke Divinity School, where she teaches within the Theology, Medicine, and Culture Initiative. Her latest book, Womanist Bioethics: Social Justice, Spirituality, and Black Women's Health, is out now.

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we are driving to New Haven, Connecticut to chat with Marlene Daut. Marlene is a scholar, writer, and historian whose work focuses on Haitian history and literature. Her latest book, The First and Last King of Haiti: The Rise and Fall of Henry Christophe, is out now. Find out more at:

Hello and welcome to UNCUT with Lucia! today we have the multi-award winner author and photographer Gary Smith, directly from California. Gary started his own electrical construction company in 1978. This became a large company doing large industrial jobs throughout the United States until my retirement in 2011 when I began writing. Gary is on The Relatable Voice cover in nnovember and His Book “M...

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast! Today, we’re taking a sunny drive to Miami to talk with a very special guest, Antonio Lopez. Antonio is a versatile artist known for his unique ability to blend heartfelt ballads with vibrant, rhythmic tunes. His latest album, Desde Mi Silencio, showcases his evolution as a singer, offering a fresh and contemporary sound that truly captures the dep...