Episodios

  • Mind Over Stigma: Empowering Your Mental Health Journey with Dr. Rhonda Hodge, MNP

    Mind Over Stigma: Empowering Your Mental Health Journey with Dr. Rhonda Hodge, MNP
    May 6 2025
    In this inspiring and truth-filled episode of Mind Over Stigma, we sit down with Dr. Rhonda Hodge, MNP—a mental health trailblazer who’s flipping the script on how we view and treat mental illness. As the founder of Harmony Psychiatric Services, Dr. Hodge brings a fresh, holistic perspective that goes beyond prescriptions. She dives into how movement, nutrition, and education can work alongside traditional treatments to bring lasting change. We talk stigma, survival, healing, and hope—plus why it’s time to stop seeing mental health as just a diagnosis and start seeing it as a journey of empowerment. Whether you’re struggling silently or showing up strong for others, this episode is a reminder: you don’t have to walk this road alone, and your healing can be just as unique as you are.

    Dr. Rhonda Hodge, MNP is a licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and proud Psychology alumna, as well as the visionary founder of Harmony Psychiatric Services. Known for her innovative and integrative approach to mental health, Dr. Hodge combines traditional medication management with the often-overlooked power of exercise, nutrition, and education. Her mission is simple but powerful: to empower individuals on their mental health journey through support, self-awareness, and science-backed solutions that treat the whole person—not just the symptoms.

    https://harmonypsychiatric.com/

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    26 m
  • Luvvie Ajayi Jones, author of the new children's book Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name

    Luvvie Ajayi Jones, author of the new children's book Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name
    May 6 2025
    ABOUT LUVVIE AJAYI JONES

    Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, speaker and book coach who thrives at the intersection of culture, business and leadership.

    She has written 4 critically acclaimed bestselling books (including her banner book Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual and her children's book Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name), establishing her as a literary force with a powerful pen. Her expertise as a marketer and a successful published author drove her to create The Book Academy, a masterclass and coaching platform for aspiring and established authors.

    Luvvie is an internationally recognized speaker whose thought leadership on culture, authenticity, and disruption enables transformative action.Her renowned TED talk "Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable" has over 9 million views, has been transcribed into 23 languages, and has placed her in the Top 1% of TED Talks of all time. Luvvie has taken the stage at some of the world's most innovative and disruptive brands, such as Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, Spotify, Nike, Bank of America, Salesforce, Deloitte, and Clif Bar. She's been a featured speaker at noted conferences such as: Cannes Lions, SXSW, Leadercast, 3% Conference, and MAKERS Conference.
    Her critically acclaimed, bestselling books established her as a literary forced with a powerful pen. And her children's book Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, has become a beloved series, with two more editions scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026.
    She's also written for various publications including the New York Times, ELLE and Essence Magazine. In addition, her work has been featured in outlets such as NPR, Forbes, Inc, Fortune, Fast Company, The Chicago Tribune and more. A 21-year blogging veteran, Luvvie writes on AwesomelyLuvvie.com, covering all things culture with a critical yet humorous lens.

    Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name


    A story about a little troublemaker with a big heart who must defend her name from a class bully, from the New York Times bestselling author and noted speaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones.
    Little Luvvie is ready for her first day at a new school!

    But immediately things do not go well. First, a kid in class makes fun of her name. How dare he! But Luvvie’s instant response gets her scolded. Then she forgets her lunch. And worst of all, her teacher sees a private note Luvvie had written to herself where she talked about how much she doesn’t like her new school. What a day! But this little troublemaker figures out how to turn things around.

    In this remarkably relatable picture book, Little Luvvie, the star of Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, learns that she can be kind even as she stands up for herself, and that learning from mistakes can open her up to making new friends who respect and appreciate her.

    Written by the New York Times bestselling author Luvvie Ajayi Jones, with bright, bold art by Joey Spiotto, this funny, sweet story is dedicated to all the kids whose names might feel too different. It reminds us that our names are worth getting right and celebrating.

    Get the book: https://a.co/d/hno81u3
    https://luvvie.org/books/little-troublemaker-defends-her-name/


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    7 m
  • Pastor Vera McEwen - Plug In Penitence

    Pastor Vera McEwen - Plug In Penitence
    May 4 2025
    Pastor Vera McEwen is incredibly excited to give an open welcome to all at Love God Ministries! An online community where all truly are welcome, Pastor Vera embodies the Love of Christ through witness and discipleship. She founded Love God Ministries because conversations with people revealed a need for a community of believers where it does not matter how you look but recognize that you are a child of God.

    Pastor Vera has been teaching and preaching the Good News of Jesus Christ and the Word of God for over 30 years. Her primary emphasis is spreading God's Love by providing pastoral care, preaching God's Loving Word, teaching God's Light-Filled Word, and implementing God's Living relational group architecture via in home communities.

    She is currently reviewing the prospects of a doctorate in religious studies with an emphasis on Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic as encouraged by her professors at seminary. In addition to her vocation as Pastor she ministers as a certified professional and personal coach.

    With God's help, she implements 1 Thessalonians 5.11, motivating people to be and do their very best by building one another up. Pastor Vera is a joyous, ever singing sister in Christ who after years of being pursued by God, stopped running and answered the call, halleluiah, הַלְלוּיָה

    https://www.lovegod-ministries.org/


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    32 m
  • Light in the Storm: Stories of Healing with Rev. Kathi Lockwood

    Light in the Storm: Stories of Healing with Rev. Kathi Lockwood
    May 3 2025
    In this heartfelt episode of Light in the Storm, we sit down with Rev. Kathi Lockwood, M.Ed.—Interfaith Minister, Reiki Master, educator, and children’s book author—who has turned life’s greatest challenges into stories that heal. From raising three children after the tragic loss of her husband, to navigating her son’s addiction, Rev. Kathi has walked through fire with grace. She shares how her spiritual journey and mystical experiences shaped the creation of her inspiring children’s books: An Adoption Made in Heaven, The King and the Monster, and A Christmas Eve Adventure. These aren’t just stories—they’re tools of transformation for families facing adoption, addiction, grief, and questions of faith. This episode is a conversation about grief, resilience, and the divine light that can be found even in life’s darkest corners. Whether you’re a parent, a spiritual seeker, or someone walking your own healing path—this one's for you.

    Rev. Kathi Lockwood, M.Ed. is an Interfaith Minister, Reiki Master, educator, and author dedicated to helping families and children navigate life’s most difficult moments with hope and heart. As the founder and CEO of the Heart Self Speaks Collective, she provides spiritual support to those on transformative journeys—especially single parents and families dealing with the emotional terrain of addiction, adoption, and loss. Her award-winning background in the arts, a Master's degree in Art Education from Penn State, and spiritual training from One Spirit Learning Alliance have shaped her holistic, faith-infused approach to healing. Rev. Kathi’s books empower children to process complex emotions through stories filled with light, understanding, and spiritual insight. A mother of three and grandmother, Rev. Kathi brings personal experience, professional wisdom, and divine intuition into everything she does. Whether she’s writing, speaking, or guiding, her message is simple but powerful: your story matters, and the light always finds a way in.

    https://booksbykathi.com/

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    32 m
  • Unhooked: Breaking Cycles, Building Discipline w/ Jeremy Lipkowitz

    Unhooked: Breaking Cycles, Building Discipline w/ Jeremy Lipkowitz
    May 3 2025
    In this transformative episode, we sit down with Jeremy Lipkowitz—a former Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and ICF-certified executive coach—who now helps high-achieving men break free from compulsive behaviors like porn addiction and reclaim lives of integrity, focus, and deep fulfillment. Jeremy opens up about his personal journey from academia to the monastery, how shame and addiction nearly consumed him, and what it truly takes to become unhooked from self-sabotaging habits. We dive into the neuroscience of addiction, the role of emotional intelligence in healing, and the daily disciplines that create lasting change. Whether you're battling compulsive behavior or simply seeking a life of greater clarity and purpose, this conversation will challenge, ground, and inspire you.

    Jeremy Lipkowitz is a former Buddhist monk turned executive coach who helps high-performing men break free from compulsive behaviors and live with greater clarity, integrity, and emotional resilience. With degrees in Genetics & Genomics and a deep background in mindfulness and meditation—spanning over 13 years and hundreds of days in silent retreat—Jeremy blends science and spirituality to guide lasting transformation. As the founder of Unhooked Academy and host of the Unhooked Podcast, he is a leading voice in destigmatizing porn addiction and empowering men to build lives rooted in purpose, discipline, and freedom.

    https://www.jeremylipkowitz.com/

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    32 m
  • Break the Cycle: Dr. Alain Salas on Healing, Belief Systems, and the Mind Clearing Method

    Break the Cycle: Dr. Alain Salas on Healing, Belief Systems, and the Mind Clearing Method
    May 3 2025
    What if the real blocks in your life aren’t outside you—but buried deep in your subconscious mind? In this powerful episode, Dr. Alain Salas shares his extraordinary journey from living on a sailboat in the South of France to becoming a successful chiropractic physician in the U.S.—only to find himself overwhelmed, divorced, and facing a cancer diagnosis. But it wasn’t the end. It was the beginning of a transformation. Dr. Salas walks us through the breakthrough that changed everything: discovering how limiting beliefs were silently sabotaging his life. He introduces his signature Mind Clearing System, a 3-step method for rewiring the mind, restoring health, and reclaiming your purpose. This episode is for anyone feeling stuck in cycles of burnout, broken relationships, or self-doubt—and ready to break free.

    Dr. Alain Salas is a chiropractic physician, speaker, and transformational coach who helps people break free from the invisible chains of limiting beliefs. After building a successful practice in the U.S., Dr. Salas found himself overwhelmed, burnt out, and ultimately facing a life-altering cancer diagnosis. This turning point led him on a profound journey of healing, both physically and emotionally. Through years of deep personal work and clinical experience, he developed the Mind Clearing System—a simple but powerful 3-step process designed to rewire the subconscious, restore health, repair relationships, and reignite purpose. Today, Dr. Salas is on a mission to share this system with individuals, coaches, and health professionals, empowering them to transform from the inside out and create lasting freedom in their lives.

    https://themindclearing.com/

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    47 m
  • Success Without Purpose: Why High Achievers Feel Empty (and How to Change It) with Max Stephens

    Success Without Purpose: Why High Achievers Feel Empty (and How to Change It) with Max Stephens
    May 2 2025
    Why do people with money, influence, and status still feel lost? In this episode, we sit down with performance coach and author Max Stephens, who exposes the silent crisis among high achievers: a deep lack of fulfillment masked by outward success. Max breaks down how cultural conditioning leads us to chase the wrong things—and offers a powerful solution through his concept of “a purpose beyond the self.” Whether you’re a high performer, entrepreneur, or just tired of the grind not giving back, Max drops paradigm-shifting insights on:
    • The real reason success feels empty
    • How to spot when you’re off-purpose
    • Why contribution beats accomplishment every time
    • A mindset shift that instantly transforms how you chase goals
    • How to reclaim your life from the noise of expectations
    This episode is your invitation to rethink success, realign with purpose, and finally feel like your life means something.

    https://maxstephenscoaching.com/

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    27 m
  • Cam F Awesome - The Comeback Champion: Turning Setbacks into Success

    Cam F Awesome - The Comeback Champion: Turning Setbacks into Success
    Apr 29 2025
    Cam F Awesome is a 12-time national boxing champion, 3-time Olympic Trials winner, and former captain of the USA National Boxing Team. But beyond the titles and trophies, Cam is a true comeback story — a powerful example of how setbacks can become stepping stones to greatness. Once a bullied kid who found his voice and confidence inside the boxing ring, Cam rose to the top of his sport with grit, heart, and relentless determination. After being removed from the Olympic team due to a technicality, he didn't quit — he pivoted. Cam turned his personal challenges into fuel for a new mission: helping others rise through adversity. Today, Cam travels the country as a sought-after speaker, inspiring students, professionals, and leaders with his blend of humor, raw honesty, and practical tools for resilience. His message centers on the power of mindset, the importance of internal dialogue, and how failure, when faced head-on, can become a blueprint for success. He’s also the author of Becoming Awesome: How to Make Success Inevitable, a guide to building habits, confidence, and a winning attitude from the inside out. Whether in the ring or on the stage, Cam F Awesome continues to champion the idea that greatness isn’t about never falling — it’s about always getting back up, stronger than before.

    https://camfawesome.com/

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    31 m
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