The Shā Sparks Show

What would be possible if you stopped waiting to feel ready before pursuing your next chapter? Jay Menez shares how curiosity, courage, and a growth mindset helped him navigate major career transitions—from public service to entrepreneurship, Wall Street, Hollywood, and beyond. This conversation is for anyone considering a career change, stepping into entrepreneurship, rebuilding after a transitio...

What if the way we influence others begins with how intentionally we live, love, forgive, and lead? In this heartfelt episode, our special guest, Brian Ahearn, shares how faith, forgiveness, and intentional choices can reshape family relationships, marriage, and legacy.   Brian Ahearn is the Chief Influence Officer at Influence PEOPLE and a faculty member at the Cialdini Institute. An internationa...

We’ve turned exhaustion into a badge of honor. Sleep is not weakness. Sleep is wisdom. And if you want to lead, heal, create, and show up fully, your nervous system cannot run on fumes forever. In this episode our special guest, Dr. Leah Kaylor shares her expert research on sleep and what she has learned about the quality of our sleep.  Dr. Leah Kaylor is a licensed clinical and prescribing psycho...

Have you ever noticed that the storms we walk through often prepare us for something bigger than we could imagine? In this episode, our special guest, Ashley Booker, shares how the storms she’s faced, including a literal hurricane, helped shape her generosity muscle.     Proud military veteran and devoted mother who’s lived a life of service, sacrifice, and love. She is a beacon of light. From boo...

Have you ever wanted to attend an event and felt a little shy about going by yourself? Maybe you’re an introvert, or maybe your personality isn’t as outgoing as others. In this episode, our special guest, Julie Deem, shares how she went from just wanting to go to the event to now speaking on stage at this podcasting event. Also, Julie and Shā share how fun it is to acknowledge those full-circle mo...

In this episode, our special guest, Trevor Greenberg, shares his journey of failing his PMP certification exam multiple times, all while making genuine connections on LinkedIn.  Trevor Greenburg is the creator of the popular "PM Monday" series on LinkedIn and the host of The Disgruntled PMpodcast, where he shares practical strategies from his own experience and that of his expert guests. And he’s...

When life knocks you down, will you let it define you or refine you? Hear how Dominic Licata transformed pain into purpose and is now changing lives. In this powerful episode of The Shā Sparks Show, we sit down with US Marine veteran and Faith Valor Growth founder, Dominic Licata. Dominic opens up about his journey through PTSD, addiction, and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and...

Here’s something we don’t talk about enough: the overwhelming challenge of transitioning from military life to civilian identity. How to navigate a system that throws resources at you without real guidance, which leads to confusion, loss of purpose, and even despair. Adam takes us on a journey from hitting rock bottom to discovering plant medicine. He opens up on how he found authenticity, healing...

Have you been wanting to start a side hustle, and you’re not sure it will work out? Our inspiring guest shares how his side hustle transitioned into a full-time business. Dr. Jeremy Weisz shares his inspiring journey from chiropractor to successful podcast entrepreneur. He shares his practical advice for anyone considering a major career shift, emphasizing the value of building relationships, taki...

 How can we retrain our brain? In this episode, our special guest shares her journey becoming a mental fitness coach and tips and tricks on how to create new pathways in our brain.    Dani Bures is a Mental Fitness Coach specializing in the aerospace and aviation industries, including NASA. She helps high-performing professionals strengthen their mental resilience, manage stress, and navigate chan...

Have you been keeping a secret? Have you been reluctant to tell someone the truth because you fear that you’ll feel ashamed?  In this episode, our amazing guest, Krista Oakes shares her journey of feeling shame and how she shed it. She uncovers the twists and turns of her childhood and how she was able to heal through yoga and sharing her story in her brilliant book, "Shedding the Shame". For over...

What happens after you meet Jesus? How do you meet Jesus in the first place?  In this episode, our amazing guest, Aaron Janda shares his journey on what led him to take his mess and turn it into his message. And how he helps others do the same.  Aaron Janda is a 3x Amazon Best Selling Author, Publisher, Speaker, and Serial Entrepreneur.  His most recent book release, I Met Jesus. Now What? is help...

How do you find the courage to clear your name after being falsely accused and your name being spread through the mud in the media?    In this episode, our amazing guest shares his journey. Ian Murray’s name has been cleared legally with proving no wrongdoing after his attorney reached a settlement with the Jacksonville (Florida) Sheriff's Office. He was wrongfully arrested and his name was smeare...

Did you know that your business has its own unique business voice? Well, I'm sure you didn't you probably don't even think about your unique voice We have an inner voice. We have a business voice and we have a legacy voice So I am so excited to have our guest on today because he is one of my favorite people of course, in the podcasting community. But also, he has been using his voice for at least...

Erick Allen or EA as we know him is a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor. His mission in life is to lift others through the diagnosis and treatment of addiction and mental illness His motto is "Resiliency and Recovery - One individual, One family, and One community at a time” He is also the author of Affirmations for recovery journal   We invite you to connect with him at his website www.eri...

What do you do after you have been through a horrible break up? Do you talk bad about them, forgive them or do you do something completely out of the ordinary? Shervin Boz is the host of Hidden Innuendos Podcast. A podcast that talks about heartbreak, dating, and love. He talks about the real challenges and concerns in the dating world. You are invited to connect with him at  www.hiddeninnuendos.c...

What does self-love and peace have in common? Is your true identity walking in peace? How one woman’s calling led her to became a real ambassador for peace.    In this episode our special guest, Edie Darling how she felt a calling to become a police officer and then her journey led to her to be an ambassador for peace.    Edie Darling is a retired law enforcement sergeant and former Senior Chaplai...

How do you overcome being overwhelmed to being full of joy? Is that even possible?    Crystal Swearingen is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, author, and mother of three who strives to create a life of joy and abundance. She is the author of the book From Overwhelmed to Overjoyed: 7 Simple Tips for Creating a Life of Joy, which offers practical advice for overcoming stress and finding joy in everyd...

Is sales a “dirty” word for you? Do you look at sales as being like a used car salesman? In this episode, our special guest, Donald Kelly shares his journey of learning how to sell as easy as educating the buyer with a moral obligation. Donald Kelly is The Sales Evangelist. As a former top-performing technology sales professional who has successfully sold in public and private sectors, Donald crac...

Do you ever feel like you’re going through the motions of re-traumatizing yourself with all of the self-help books that you have been reading?   In this inspiring episode, our special guest, Sarra Adnani shares her meditative journey of spending time with monks while learning how to surrender control.   Sarra Adnani is a mindset coach who works with high profile clients to realize their full poten...

How can you take a challenging moment and channel resilience and determination and turn that into recovery? A plane crash survivor shares his journey of determination and what he’s learned along the way. Andy Clark, the visionary CEO behind All Aboard Storage, a thriving multi-million-dollar family business. At the helm of All Aboard Storage, Andy is not just a business leader but a community advo...

Are you hiding behind your scars? Or do you allow those scares to heal you?  Our special guest Dr. Loren Michaels Harris shares his inspiring stories of healing.  Dr. Loren Michaels Harris strives to motivate, inspire, and uplift every person who crosses his path. Loren is an Executive Producer with the e360 television network, and President of Trajectory Television Network. As a Mentor, Purpose D...

Have you ever wondered if the pain you have gone through has any purpose? In this episode our special guest, Jessica Marie shares her spiritual journey on what investing in self-care looks like so that we can transform that pain into a purpose.   Jessia Marie is a Mentor + Spiritual Guide helping people live more on purpose and through their heart.    She is the founder of a women’s coaching colle...

Have you ever been paralyzed with fear? Or maybe you've just been paralyzed? Our guest today talks all about his journey from being paralyzed to being an amazing force of nature. Leland Holgate, Sr is a former veteran of the Air Force Elite Forces team. He is a yoga teacher where he does trauma recovery yoga. He's also a life coach. He does breathe work and a mental health advocate. He is a founde...

Have you ever felt like you have had your heart ripped open? I mean, like, literally ripped open? Well, and figuratively too. Well, our guest today has experienced both figuratively and literally.  Michael Botts is a United States Marine Veteran, a father of four, a 20-year business owner. There were many failures, epic failures, and through those failures, Michael created a success formula his cl...