Dave Roberts

The Teaching Journeys Podcast

Dave Roberts ,MSW, LMSW is an adjunct professor of psychology child life at Utica University, an author a bereavement support specialist, and a parent who experienced the death of an adult child on March 1,2003. He was inspired to create The Teaching Journeys Podcast by two of his former Utica University students. Dave strives to have meaningful conversations with individuals , young and old, whose life journeys, life skills and challenges ,can teach us about addressing our own challenges. It is Dave's hope that the teachings from these conversations live on in future generations. Weekly episo...

Author

Dave Roberts

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Education

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Navigating Change and Overcoming Fear 06.05.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, guest Carolyn Bennett Sullivan shares her extensive background in various industries and her current work in helping people and organizations navigate change. Carolyn opens up about her personal journey of overcoming fear-based thinking and self-sabotage, discussing key concepts from her book 'Get the F Out.' The episode del...

Iceberg Selling and Human Connection 29.04.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, the guest is Karl Becker, founder of Improving Sales Performance. Karl shares insights into his non-traditional educational path, entrepreneurial journey, and how he overcame stealth dyslexia. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding individual learning styles, meeting others where they are, and fostering...

From Depression to Empowerment: A Conversation With Sharmayne Farrior 22.04.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes Sharmayne Farrior, a life coach, speaker, and mentor who focuses on helping women gain clarity and create success roadmaps. Sharmayne shares her personal struggles with long-term depression and anxiety and recounts her transformative journey back to faith and mental well-being. Through candid conversation, Sharmayne discu...

Hope and Healing: Supporting Loved Ones With Mental Illness 15.04.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes Dr. Michelle Sherman, a clinical psychologist who has dedicated over 30 years to supporting families dealing with mental illness and trauma. Michelle shares her extensive experience working in various settings including VA medical centers, community clinics, and as an educator. The conversation highlights the importance o...

Breaking The Silence: Understanding Breast Implant Illness With Cecily Henderson 08.04.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes Cecily Henderson, a certified health coach practitioner and functional medicine educator, to discuss her advocacy for women's health, particularly focusing on breast implant illness. Cecily shares her personal journey of overcoming significant health challenges linked to breast implants and her mission through the Hope fo...

Inspiring Perspectives: David B Lile's Journey From Cancer to Creativity 04.04.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews photographer and cancer survivor David B. Lile. The discussion covers David's transition from film to digital photography, his prolific body of work, and his journey with leukemia. David shares how his diagnosis and recovery profoundly impacted his worldview and approach to photography. The episode also highlights David...

Pushing With Love: Micah Yott's Approach to Trauma Recovery 31.03.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts introduces Micah Yott, Micah shares his journey of healing from trauma through various creative and holistic practices and discusses his book 'Evolution Then Revolution: How to Push With Love.' Throughout the conversation, Micah emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, community, and a multi-dimensional approach to trauma rec...

Safe Spaces, Open Hearts: Helping Young Adults Navigate Mental Health Challenges 25.03.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Dana Christian Lee, a seasoned educator, and the Executive Director of the non-profit Tell My Story. The podcast delves into Dana's background, including her experience with eating disorders, postpartum depression, and the impact of losing loved ones to suicide. Dana discusses her work with Tell My Story, which aims to...

A Child Of This Universe: The Brad Wetzler Story 18.03.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Brad Wetzler, a distinguished writer, editor, memoir coach, and teacher. Brad shares his incredible life journey from being an adventure writer to facing profound inner battles with depression, PTSD, and addiction. He recounts his career highlights, including working with notable p...

Live Your Dash : Jesse Cruz's Blueprint for Success 11.03.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Jesse Cruz, a celebrated international speaker, author, and public speaking coach. Jesse shares his journey, emphasizing the importance of relationships, faith, and family in shaping his life and coaching philosophy. He discusses his methods for helping clients overcome fears of public speaking, particularly the 'pay' m...

The Power of the Enneagram: Todd Payne on Personal Growth and Relationships 06.03.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, the guest Todd Payne, a seasoned relationship coach, shares his journey from ministry to coaching, focusing on his expertise in self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the Enneagram. Todd discusses the profound impact the Enneagram has had on his life and relationships, explaining how it helps individuals understand thei...

Lessons From a Life Well Lived: A Conversation With Bill Correll 04.03.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes guest Bill Correll, a seasoned entrepreneur, real estate investor, volunteer, and certified life and business coach. The episode delves into Bill's extensive background, including his roles in community initiatives and his philosophy on making minor yet impactful changes. They discuss the profound impact of grief on Bill'...

Supporting Businesses and Individuals After Traumatic Loss 25.02.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes Dr. Jennifer R. Levin, an expert in traumatic grief and the founder of Traumatic Grief Solutions. Dr. Levin shares her extensive experience working with sudden and unexpected deaths, emphasizing the importance of proactive planning for crisis management. The conversation covers her background in thanatology, her work with...

Discovering The Raven's Gift: A Scientist's Exploration of Magic, Nature and Spirituality 18.02.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, guest Jon Turk joins to discuss his life as an adventurer and author. Turk, who holds a PhD in organic chemistry, has been recognized as a top adventurer and has published numerous books. The conversation covers his extensive travels and expeditions, including transformative experiences influenced by a Siberian shaman named...

Exploring Holistic Therapy for Teens and Parents 13.02.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes Keri Cooper, LCSW, a holistic therapist and author from New Jersey. They discuss the importance of holistic therapy for teens, covering topics such as sleep, nutrition, and the impact of modern technology on mental health. Keri emphasizes the need for parents and teens to focus on foundational skills and simple lifestyle...

Charting New Paths: Reinventing Life After Retirement 11.02.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Rosemary Carminati, a personal development trainer, international speaker, and retirement specialist. They discuss the emotional and psychological challenges individuals face when transitioning into retirement, and how Carminati helps her clients find purpose and fulfillment in this stage of life. The conversation cover...

Young Voices Making Waves: Shanti Hershenson's Journey in Writing and Advocacy 06.02.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Shanti Hershenson, a prolific 17-year-old author who has written 33 books, 20 of which are published. The discussion covers Shanti's inspiration for writing, her writing process, themes in her books, and her experience with bullying, which has led her to become an anti-bullying advocate. Shanti shares insights into bala...

The Silent Grievers: Highlighting Sibling Loss 04.02.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, returning guest Carol Banens delves into the topic of sibling grief, sharing her personal experiences and insights. Carol, a certified grief educator and coach, discusses how the loss of her sister at a young age shaped her understanding of grief, highlighting the often overlooked and unacknowledged aspect of sibling grief....

Be an Empty Cup: Todd Bertsch on Growth and Transformation 28.01.2025

In this episode of 'The Teaching Journeys Podcast', host Dave Roberts converses with Todd Bertsch, a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker. Todd shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction and personal struggle, ultimately leading to a profound life transformation in his twenties. He highlights the importance of cultivating a growth mindset, community involvement, and proactive pe...

From Broken to Beautiful: The Art of Kintsugi and Personal Growth 23.01.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts and co-hosted by Kali Regan, the focus is on the philosophy of Kintsugi and its applications to personal transformation and healing. The episode features Dr. Bob Choat, an expert in psychology and transformational practices. Dr. Choat discusses his background and expertise in various fields, including fitness, martial arts, a...

Embracing Freedom: The Chief Mind Setter's Guide to Life-Work Integration 21.01.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts converses with Sebastian Koellner, also known as the Chief Mind Setter. Sebastian shares his journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of mastering time, energy, and attention for true freedom. He details his transition to entrepreneurship, the challenges of balancing work and family, and ho...

Passion Purpose and Possibilities: A Conversation With Candice Snyder 16.01.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes guest Candice Snyder, host of the globally ranked podcast Passion, Purpose, and Possibilities. They discuss Candice's journey, including her life-changing injury, and how she found purpose and passion through her work as a gratitude ambassador and mental health advocate. Candice shares insights on servant leadership, the...

The Doctor's Coach on Breaking Barriers and Transforming Healthcare 14.01.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts converses with Dr. Radha Measuria, a UK-trained doctor with over a decade of experience in both the NHS and global healthcare. They explore Dr. Measuria's journey from conventional medicine to a more holistic and functional approach, emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes rather than just symptoms. They discuss the e...

Breathwork, Holistic Healing and Self-Discovery 09.01.2025

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Sally Davidson, a shamanic Reiki master, trauma-informed breathwork guide, nurse coach, and certified Inner Alignment coach. Sally shares her personal journey from a long career in nursing, which she left due to burnout exacerbated by COVID-19, to her current path in holistic healing. She discusses the importance of add...

Embracing Naked Leadership With Carol Metz Murray 07.01.2025

In this episode of the Teaching Journeys podcast, host Dave Roberts converses with Carol Metz Murray, a narrative leadership coach, consultant, professional speaker, and author. Carol shares her personal journey from childhood leadership lessons on a farm, through traumatic experiences and burnout, to discovering and embracing her concept of 'naked leadership.' Carol and Dave delve into the import...

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