The Transformational Storyteller

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In Episode 23, Daralyse talks about the importance of the plot points in our lives and how our interpretations determine our outcomes. She talks about how having flexible goals has shifted the course of her life and invites viewers and/or listeners to approach their lives from a place of curiosity and possibility. Then, she reflects on the triumphs and tragedies of this season's guests and how the...

Ever since Ed Eisen was seven years old, he knew that the real heroes weren't the ones who displayed superhuman powers. They were the everyday people who worked tirelessly to make a difference. That's why Ed didn't aspire to be Superman in a cape, he wanted to be Clark Kent, with a notepad and glasses. Like his childhood hero, Ed would eventually become a reporter and would use his journalistic ta...

Bobbi Block has had a lifelong love of acting. From as far back as she can remember, she's been bringing characters to life. It wasn't until discovering comedy improv, however, that she could express the full spectrum of her emotions. A self-described “recovering control freak,” she has found a level of freedom and flexibility through comedic improvisation that has translated into ever...

Jennifer Robinson, Esquire was crossing the street when a truck veered out of control and hit her. After that, her whole life changed. Jennifer suffered a slew of physical and mental disabilities, was forced out of her law career, and plunged into a depressive abyss. It took a long time but eventually she defied her treatment team's expectations for her recovery. She's improved beyond their hopes...

After years of striving to achieve success, Jenn Masse realized she'd been ignoring her internal alarm. Sure, from the outside, she had an enviable life, but, inside, Jenn was empty. She began to explore the connection between energy and emotions and, pretty soon, she'd transformed her life. By connecting with her core, she discovered her purpose. Jenn left her corporate job, became a core energy...

Ever since the fourth grade, Salaah Muhammed has been challenging hypocrisy and taking a stand against injustice. He refers to himself as a “disruptor” and, yet, when you hear his story, it will become clear that he's actually attempting to repair a broken and inequitable system. The creative mind behind a groundbreaking political and social justice podcast, Salaah engages people in re...

Faatimah always knew she was destined for more. She loved people and wanted to help them. First, she had to help herself. Faatimah grew up in a traumatic environment. She didn't feel safe or supported and when the opportunity to leave home arose, she took it. But, even after she did, she struggled with inner turmoil and trauma she perpetrated against herself. In Episode 17, she talks about her per...

Do we have a single path? Not according to D.Rey, former professional basketball player turned media personality. After an injury forced him out of basketball, D.Rey made an almost effortless pivot. He discovered his second love - interviewing and inspiring others. In Episode 16, this TV talk-show host occupies the other side of the interview divide and opens up about his path and his purpose. Thi...

From the outside, Davita Garfield's life looked great. But, behind her mask, Davita was tormented by emotions and experiences that she couldn't bring herself to talk about. It was only when she got sick of feeling sick that she started to open up about her symptoms, some physical, others psychological. She would not be alive today if she hadn't developed the courage to share that her outsides didn...

When you lose your health, you lose everything. Or, if you're Julie Palumbo, you use your physical challenges as a catalyst for discovering your best whole self. Julie was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease in 2008. After several years of feeling as if she'd lost her "Julieness," she healed herself. Now, she works to empower others to practice self-care and live their best lives possible. In this epis...

In the midst of pain, we can give birth to passion. That was certainly true of Kimberly J, the visionary behind My Ar Belle. Kimberly had been wanting to create a business for a long time, but it wasn't until her relationship failed that she allowed herself to strive for what she wanted. She has become a true creative, making art out of trees. Hers is a story of empowerment, with a spiritual and s...

We have limitless potential, but a limited amount of time. No one knows that better than Miriam Horrocks-Isenberg. After losing her husband on 9/11, Miriam had the choice to remain mired in resentment or to let go of judgment and choose to live in love. She discovered that love generates more love and that by pursuing her calling she could add value to the world even in the midst of her pain. In E...

What happens when you find your creative soul mate? After being “set up” by their respective wives, P@$$i0n P and Milez Milez Miyamoto have been divinely inspired to make music together. In Episode 11, both men share about the artists that have influenced them, the ways they support one another, and their gratitude for each other and the process of doing what they love. This is a story...

What happens when you hit bottom? Do you give up, or do you find hope? As an advocate for men and women struggling with mental health challenges, Kirstin Day offers a message of empowerment. In Episode 10, she discusses how she overcame an eating disorder and how she now uses her personal experiences to help others. Day believes that strength is beautiful and that being strong requires honesty. Th...

How did a guy who'd never been camping before win “Survivor”? Wendell Holland, a viewer of the show for decades, lives his life according to the philosophy of the 5 Ps: “Proper preparation prevents poor performance.” He believes that the key to manifesting dreams is being prepared. In Episode 9, he discusses his experiences on the show and the life experiences that led him...

Zach Medina and David Feinman met while still in high school. Since then, they've been inseparable. As roommates and business partners, Zach and David understand that they each have strengths and weaknesses and that the value of their connection exists in knowing how to do what they do well and delegate what they don't. In Episode 8, this dynamic pair discuss how by working together they've been a...

In Episode 7, you'll meet Jennifer Kreatsoulas, PhD. Jennifer is a talented yoga therapist who helps people reestablish a connection with their intuition by connecting with their bodies. She believes that we must include our bodies in the process of healing our minds and provides her clients with the tools and resources to become aware of the messages their bodies are attempting to communicate. Th...

In Episode 6, you'll meet Paul Isenberg, a man for whom family is everything. The Founder and CEO of Bringing Hope Home, a non-profit organization that provides "unexpected amazingness" to families with cancer, Paul recognizes that even in the midst of pain, there is love and connection to be found. Here, he speaks candidly about his personal and professional experiences and emphasizes the redempt...

In Episode 5, you'll meet Lisa Kohn. With a Moonie mother and a drug-addicted father, Lisa grew up torn between extremes.  As she likes to say, “The best seats I ever had were at my mother’s wedding in Madison Square Garden, and the best cocaine I ever snorted was from my father’s friend, the judge.”  In this interview, Lisa discusses the pain that comes from lovi...

In Episode 4, you'll meet Greg Holdsman, the creator of the Philly Famous Podcast. After being sidelined by a series of traumatic brain injuries, Greg had to completely change his intended path and let go of his lifelong dream of being a collegiate athlete. But, instead of plummeting downward into despair, he found a sense of purpose. Join us in this episode as Greg speaks about the devastating de...

In Episode 3, you'll meet Cecily Alexandria (author, comedian, storyteller, and human person) whose struggle to reconcile her inner desires with her strict Christian upbringing led her to rethink her ideals. After entering her thirties as a virgin, Cecily embarked on a quest to “lose her virginity.” Then, she wrote a book about it. Join us in this episode as she speaks openly about her...

In Episode 2, you'll meet Diane Wing, MA and Chrissy, Shih Tzu extraordinaire, and hear about how loss can lead to love. You'll receive valuable insights about letting go, creating connection, living a spirit-led life, and not taking it all so seriously. This is a story not only of healing but of manifesting the desires of your heart.   Helpful links:  https://www.daralyselyons.com...

In Episode 1, you'll meet Daralyse and hear about her work and her journey. In addition to getting a sneak peek into what you can expect out of future episodes, you'll receive valuable insights about the relationship between character and plot. The values and beliefs that shape your actions and attitudes have a direct impact on the events in your life. Helpful links: www.daralyselyons.com www.amaz...