The Work of Warriors

SUMMARY The conversation explores the idea of making career shifts and finding fulfillment in life. The guest, Emari, shares his journey from working in the film industry to becoming a life coach and motivational speaker. They discuss the importance of self-awareness and staying connected to oneself as an artist. Emari emphasizes the need for artists to create from a place of authenticity and to p...

SUMMARY In this conversation, Kim Rapach interviews Al Andrews, the founder of Porter's Call, a nonprofit organization in Nashville that provides support and encouragement to artists in the music industry. They discuss Al's recent retirement and his transition into a new phase of life. Al shares his passions and interests, including writing, spending time in nature, and connecting with others. The...

Summary Henry Amar, a human behavior expert and renowned speaker, shares insights on staying humble, living a love-based life, and taking care of oneself. He emphasizes the importance of integrating masculine and feminine energies and finding meaning and purpose in life. Amar also highlights the gift of being an artist and offers advice on staying true to oneself in a toxic industry. He concludes...

SUMMARY Ryan Dusick, the former drummer of Maroon 5, shares his journey of recovery and finding a new purpose after leaving the band. He emphasizes the importance of self-care and the need to prioritize mental health in the music industry. Ryan discusses the challenges of vulnerability, the impact of societal conditioning on men's emotional expression, and the importance of balance in emotions. He...

Summary In this conversation, Kim Rapach interviews Robyn Arouty, a multifaceted artist, photographer, and former psychotherapist. Robyn shares her remarkable career journey, from her passion for capturing the beauty and emotion of animals to her work in pet photography and dog rescue. She also discusses her background in psychotherapy and how it informs her creative work. Robyn opens up about her...

Summary In this conversation, Kim Rapach interviews singer, songwriter, and producer Abel Heart. They discuss Abel's background, including his career in snowboarding and his transition to music. Abel shares his journey of self-discovery and the challenges he faced along the way. They also touch on the power of social media and the importance of embracing individual experiences. Overall, the conver...

Summary In this conversation, Kim Rapach shares her personal story of trauma and healing. She emphasizes the importance of normalizing the human experience and creating a safe space for people to share their stories. Kim discusses her early childhood trauma, including her parents' divorce and the abusive relationships she experienced. She highlights the impact of trauma on trust and the developmen...

Summary Kristen Peltier, founder of Safe Harbor Coaching, shares her journey from the music industry to national security and eventually to coaching. She discusses the toll of the music industry on artists and the need for support in navigating addiction, betrayal, and trauma. Kristen emphasizes the importance of self-worth and self-love in overcoming challenges and finding alignment. She highligh...

Nashville, TN – November 16, 2023 – Hope for the Holidays - An Evening with Louis York & Friends, is a star-studded benefit concert slated to take place on Saturday, December 16th at 7:00pm at The Fisher Center at Belmont University in Nashville, TN.  Louis York, R&B duo comprised of Chuck Harmony and Claude Kelly, will serve as the centerpiece of the Hope for the Holidays concert event. T...

Interview with LeAnn Phelan, musician, educator, coach, and transformational speaker. One piece of encouragement at 11 years old changed everything and led LeAnn Phelan on an amazing journey throughout the music industry. She continues to share her experiences, wisdom, and encouragement with some of the most successful songwriters in music.  LeAnn is a 25-year veteran Music Executive who currently...

Interview with Jodi Wellman - Founder of Four Thousand Mondays                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 ...

Interview with Doug Bopst - a remarkable individual who has turned his life around from once being a felon to becoming a fitness coach, motivational speaker, and the host of the incredibly successful podcast, "The Adversity Advantage." In this enlightening conversation, Doug takes us on a journey through his own personal adversity. He shares his powerful story of redemption and resilience, detaili...

Interview with Íce Mrozek, actor, film director, and all-around creative. This episode highlights his beautiful comeback story, from being suicidal to living with resilience and purpose. Íce shares with us his experience with being hopeless, and suicidal.  He is honest and raw about his experiences and claims that while life is still painful at times, he navigates it from a place of empowerment an...

Interview with Kimberly Shannon Murphy - A top Hollywood Stunt Double/Actress and Now Author and Advocate for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse. This interview is with an exceptional guest, a woman whose talent knows no bounds and whose story is nothing short of extraordinary. Kimberly has over 100 feature films under her belt and an impressive 130+ credits on IMDb. She has graced the silver scr...

Interview with Jon Bregel - From Cinematographer to Van Life to Filmmaker Wellness Community Our guest today is Jon Bregel, a talented cinematographer who embarked on an incredible journey from success in the film industry to a period of van life, and finally, to establishing a thriving community of filmmakers dedicated to both wellness and personal growth. Jon shares his experiences and insights...

A Brief Introduction with host and Mental Wellness Coach, Kim Rapach Welcome to the very first episode of The Work of Warriors . I'm your host, Kim Rapach, and I'm beyond grateful to have you join me on this important journey. This podcast is dedicated to a cause that is close to my heart - bringing mental wellness to the entertainment industry. In this inaugural episode, we delve into the inspira...