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Are you ready to Thrive in 2024 and can use some real inspiring stories to help motivate and jump-start your journey to regroup, refocus, and relaunch the New You? If your answer is Yes, join Teresa Velardi and me on Wednesday, January 3rd, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, A Daily Gift of Hope - A Collection of Stories from Hopeful Hearts from Around the Globe! Teresa Velardi is an author, publisher, host of the “Conversations That Make a Difference” podcast, coach, and potter. She uses the art of pottery to illustrate how each ball of clay can be transformed into a beautiful work of art with the touch of the potter’s hand. She guides her clients through the process of centering, molding, shaping, and walking through the fire of challenges to effect positive life change as they gracefully and powerfully embrace the work of art they already are. Teresa found her passion and purpose through life’s challenges while trusting God’s pla

Let us have some fun and joy by having a holiday conversation with “Anything Goes With Mama Marlene” columnist Marlene Buchanan. Please join us on Wednesday, December 20th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT US. Marlene and I will be having a Kitchen Table Conversation about Life, Love, and Laughter as we celebrate the past, present, and future!      Marlene Ratledge Buchanan lives enthusiastically as a woman, wife, mother, teacher, and writer. She is quick to say that she planned to marry someone old and rich but only got old. However, on her first date with Snell, her husband, Marlene, knew he was the one for her, to the point she proposed. After his refusal, she considered getting him pregnant. They are parents to a beautiful olive-skinned son. James suffered a lack of oxygen during delivery, resulting in him having special needs. She refers to James' condition as a special gift After thirty-four years of being in public education, Marlene retired in 2007. In the classroom, she earned the name "Ms. Rat," garnering

Have you ever felt that you didn't quite get your message across or stumbling for the right words to express yourself to your child or loved ones? If Yes, join Cathi Curen and me on Wednesday, December 13th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn how you can effectively change all that, especially during this holiday season when our home is the perfect place to connect and reconnect with kitchen table conversations about Life, Love, and Laughter!      Cathi is an author, family astrologer, lifestyle design consultant, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, and adjunct professor at Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology. Although our home provides a place to rest, restore, revitalize, and support our health and well-being, our work and home schedules are often over-extended in today’s fast-paced work demands and hybrid work environment. As a family astrologist and lifestyle design coach, Cathi works with individuals and families to develop happier and more fulfilling lifestyles using the

Well, the season is upon us! Whatever kind of holiday you’re having—a big family get-together, a quiet dinner for two, or something in between, it’s a magical time of year. I invite you to join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, November 15th, from 10 AM -11 AM CT U.S. We will be discussing fun stories from Thanksgiving to Hanukkah to Christmas to New Year’s. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Time for Christmas - 101 Tales of Holiday Joy, Love & Gratitude shares stories about communities coming together to make Christmas and the various holidays special for families going through hard times, the ripple effect of the joy of giving, and the many creative ways to make our holidays even more fun. Amy says, “As always, the stories in this collection are what Chicken Soup for the Soul calls “Santa Safe,” meaning they keep the magic alive even for precocious readers.” In keeping with Chicken Soup for the Soul holiday tradition, All royalties from this book go to the U.S. Marine Co

Are you interested in hearing about some amazing inspirational stories of Faith, Miracles, and Answered Prayers? If your answer is YES! Then join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, October 4th, from 10 AM -11 AM CT U.S. We will be discussing stories of Angels and Miracles in Our Lives! Chicken Soup for the Soul: Angels and the Miraculous - 101 Inspirational Stories of Faith, Miracles, and Answered Prayers is a collection of true stories from people who have experienced life-changing occurrences that can only be described as divine intervention or amazing coincidences that cannot be explained! The book offers glimpses into the lives of regular people who find themselves in extraordinary, unexplainable situations, their prayers answered, and their lives forever changed. It’s about the anonymous angels who touched their hearts and saved their lives. From miraculous connections and answered prayers to divine intervention and inexplicable healing to angels and messages from he

Could you switch from what you have been doing for decades to rediscover yourself and live the new You? If so, Join Tammy Hader and me on Wednesday, September 27th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn about her fascinating journey and how we all have that special “moment” from her Walking Old Roads - A Memoir Of Kindness Rediscovered!     Tammy is a midwesterner lady who traded in her 30-year accounting career in 2018 to reinvent herself as a writer. Somehow, she was able to utilize her Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Wichita State University to meticulously articulate and arrange the alphabet to give rise to a series of extraordinary writing projects. Referred to as The Bashful Storyteller by one of her writing peers, Tammy authored the powerfully reflective book Walking Old Roads – A Memoir of Kindness Rediscovered, released this past June. She also writes essays about being a migraine warrior for WebMD and publishes life stories as a Baby Boomer for The National Association of Baby

Ever wonder what ingredients are required to build a true Character of Substance in yourself and your loved ones? If so, Join Coach Gary Waters and me on Wednesday, September 5th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn how we can refine and enhance our reputation and help build a better future for our loved ones. Coach Waters and I will be talking about his remarkable life’s journey and his book, Ten Principles of a Character Coach! Coach Gary Waters earned his reputation building college basketball programs. He was the winningest coach in the history of Cleveland State University. During his time at the school, Coach Waters won 194 games and led the Vikings to six postseason appearances. In 2009, Cleveland State made the NCAA Tournament and advanced to the second round after shocking Wake Forest. He rebuilt three programs -- Kent State (92-60, five years), Rutgers (79-75, five years) and CSU -- into winners. Coach Waters led Kent State to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 1999 and a second in 2001 befo

Are you looking for some motivation to expand your Bubble of Confidence? If your answer is YES! Then join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, August 30, from 10 AM -11 AM CT U.S. We will discuss stories that will inspire and empower you to Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone! Chicken Soup for the Soul: Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone - 101 Stories about Trying New Things, Overcoming Fear, and Broadening Your World is a collection of stories from people mustering up their courage and stepping outside their comfort zones to improve their lives. Whether you are looking for love or a new job, overcoming shyness or a phobia, spicing up your life with new experiences or reaching out to make new friends, considering travel to exotic places or just heading to a new grocery store, you will find kindred souls in the stories shared in this empowering Chicken Soup book. Even the chapter titles carry a positive message and excellent advice: 1. Reinvent Yourself, 2. Face Your Fears, 3. Believe i

Are you looking for ways to heal chronic stress, anxiety, depression, OCD & ADD for yourself and your children? If so, Join Dr. Christopher Macklin, Amanda Macklin, and me on Wednesday, August 9th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn the techniques and tools you can use daily to help you, and your children to restore balance to the mind and brain, and begin to live a divine joyful live once again. Christopher Macklin, Ph.D., is highly respected globally as a spiritual and metaphysical lecturer, author, medical intuitive, and remote viewer. He is highly regarded for his work in aiding people to achieve optimal spiritual, emotional, and physical health and overall wellness. Dr. Christopher has written several books and is a frequent guest on radio and television outlets across the country. Born as a highly aware child in Chester, England, Dr. Christopher was able to perceive energy fields, spirit activity, and multi-dimensional phenomena from a very young age. He initially took the more traditional route

Would you like Expert Tips on making your favorite cut of Beef taste Awesome, like Restaurant Quality Meals? If so, Join Jessica Formicola and me on Wednesday, August 2nd, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn how she uses her 4 S’s Philosophy and 50 Mouthwatering Recipes to help you enjoy your time in the Kitchen by cooking and serving restaurant quality meals, from her new book, BEEF IT UP! Jessica is a former psychotherapist turned food critic, cookbook author, food judge, TV personality, recipe developer, and owner of Savory Experiments. She has contributed and appeared in Better Homes and Gardens, PARADE Magazine, Mashed, The Daily Meal, National Enquirer, Closer, Brilliant Baking, and Country Living. You can also catch her on local and national news, providing cooking demos for over 100+ brand partnerships. Jessica is passionate about her family, food, and travel. She lives with her wonderful husband, daughter, and son, Thomas, who is lovingly known as Tata. As you already know, the Kitchen is the hear

Did you know collectively, we have the capability and the power to resolve our current global challenges and crises? Join Dr. Ervin Laszlo and me on Wednesday, July 26th, from 10 AM - 10:45 AM CDT U.S. to learn how we can all Upshift ourselves to evolve to our inherent next level of excellence, from his book, The Survival Imperative - Upshifting to Conscious Evolution, in building a better world for ourselves and future generations! Dr. Ervin was born in Budapest, Hungary. He was a celebrated child prodigy on the piano and had performed for the public since the age of nine. In 1970, he received Sorbonne University's highest degree, the Doctoratès Lettres et Sciences Humaines, which shifted his life toward becoming a scientist and humanist. Dr. Ervin lectured at various U.S. Universities, including Yale and Princeton. In the late 70s and early 80s, he ran global projects at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research at the request of the Secretary-General. A resident of Italy, Dr. Ervin was twice

Would you like to learn firsthand about the power of Love? Trust that Love will deliver the Panacea we all need, especially during the most tragic, challenging moments of our lives! Join Kim Cantin and me on Wednesday, July 19th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn how her Healing Journey amid Tragedy That Gives Rise to Unexpected Wisdom, Affirming Love Transcends Beyond Life from her heart-centered memoir! Kim enjoyed a twenty-year sales and marketing leadership career in medical devices, working for a Fortune 500 company. She met her loving husband, Dave, at Johnson and Johnson, and they started a family with two great kids and their goofy dog. Later, Kim created her successful marketing consulting firm and became a senior marketing director for Teleflex Urology. Where Yellow Flowers Bloom, Kim’s first book, chronicles events leading up to the devastating mudslides of January 2018 in Montecito, CA, that took the lives of her husband, Dave, their son Jack, and their dog Chester. Miraculously, Kim and her

Have you ever dreamed about owning your business? Are you losing steam when the going gets tough in your entrepreneurship journey? Join Karen Pudettiand me on Wednesday, July 12th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn how she achieves her dream, goal, and desire as we discuss her remarkable life’s journey and her new book, Rags To Riches! Karen is a consultant with "Empowering You" Consulting. She inspires people to become savvy business owners and empowered leaders. She guides them to personal and professional success, resulting in them seeing their life and profits grow as they maximize their entrepreneurial potential! Karen is a mom first and to her two daughters. She graduated with an accounting degree and worked for CPA firms that are Fortune 500 Companies before starting her own business in the beauty industry. Karen owns a 16,000-square-foot building home to her Lux Salon Spa and Laser Center. Not only has Karen built a multi-million beauty business from the ground up, but she also has a highly succ

This summer, let's treat ourselves to a fresh new perspective on Our Earth, Humanity, and the Beautiful People We Are! Join Kaliyani Sundari and me on Wednesday, July 5th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to experience a Refreshing, Inspiring, and Empowering view of the Oneness of Our Amazing Earth! Brazilian-born Kaliyani Sundari (Jane Villar-Gehr) is a spiritually inspired visionary, modern mystic, producer, artist, focalizer of Sacred Circles, and founder of Stargate Alliance Films & Media. Her divine mission is to inspire humanity by offering alternative visions, information, and empowering tools for self and global soul transformation! Upon discovering her divine singing voice, Kaliyani uses her musical gifts to connect people to the content and soul of what represents humanity at its Best! Her musical style elegantly blends exotic world music with complex transcendent qualities. Emotive and alluring, her vocals summon Operatic and Gregorian styles, while her music uniquely delves into dramatic, contemp

Has a story in Chicken Soup for the Soul’s book impacted your life in the 30 years? If your answer is YES, Join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, June 28th, from 10 AM -11 AM CT U.S. We will be celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Chicken Soup for the Soul books, and it’s 30 years of Powerful, Uplifting Storytelling that have impacted millions of lives worldwide! Amy and I will also discuss the special 30th-anniversary edition, The Original Chicken Soup for the Soul, Plus 30 Bonus Stories. Jack Canfield starts off the book with the amazing story of how he and Mark Victor Hansen put together the original book, filled with true stories about people from all walks of life—stories that demonstrated the resilience and strength we all have in us, just waiting to be called on as needed. Jack and Mark needed to use their own fortitude to persevere despite rejections from 144 publishers. They finally got their book published and ended up selling 1.3 million copies of the original

Do you have a nonprofit organization in need of help and assistance in raising funds? Would you like to learn proven new ways to jumpstart your fundraising campaign this year? Join Rhea Wong and me on Wednesday, June 21st, from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. CST U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life's journey, her passion for helping to build a better world, and her new book, Get That Money, Honey! - a comprehensive guide to raising money for your nonprofit! Rhea is a Leadership Coach, Fundraising Executive Coach, and Marketing Branding for Fundraising Expert. She brings 20+ years of fundraising experience to help Executive Directors and development staff tweak their message, clarify their ideal donor, engage their board, and streamline their processes to raise more money. Though Rhea has deep experience with institutional, corporate, and event fundraising, she is passionate about major individual donors and helping organizations establish individual giving programs. Rhea has raised millions of dolla

Despite our differences in ethnicity, culture, and race, have you ever wondered if there is a common language of the soul we all speak? Would you like to find out? Join Dominick Domingo and me on Wednesday, June 14th, from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. CST U.S. Our conversation is about his remarkable life's journey and the unique insights on how we are products of the stories we’ve been exposed to and collectively humanity is the sum of its history! Dominick is a veteran Disney Feature Animation artist and live-action filmmaker whose award-winning narrative nonfiction essays and short stories have been included in anthologies. His Young Adult Fantasy trilogy, The Nameless Prince, launched in 2012 through Twilight Times Books has been capturing imaginations since. His book The Seeker represents Dominick’s foray into Mythic Visionary Fiction. It is a universal parable about Transformation that speaks to the journey we all share. In The Language of the Soul: How Story Became the Means By Which We Transform, Domin

Would you like to know what Astrology has to say about the rest of 2023 and Beyond as we pursue Happiness, Blessings, and Abundance? Are you curious about “A New 200-Year Cycle That Will Rapidly Shift Life as We Know It” Join Susan Miller and me on Wednesday, June 7th, from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. CST U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life's journey and how alignments of the planets and stars when we were born correlates to what we can expect in 2023 and beyond with specific details for each sign. Susan Miller is the founder of AstrologyZone®, the popular website that has offered readers comprehensive monthly forecasts for 23 years. Astrology Zone is the most visited astrology/ horoscope site globally, and Susan continues to write every word in her warm, engaging, and optimistic style. There are 11 million unique visitors to the site, with 120 million page views yearly. Twitter @astrologyzone has 432,000 followers. Susan has appeared on "Good Morning America', "The View," "Access Hollywood," Ya

Do you believe in the magic of LOVE? You may have experienced it and are all Smiles right now! For those who are skeptics, well, don’t give up! Join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, May 31st, from 11 AM -12 Noon CT U.S. We will discuss the Miracle of LOVE happening when you least expect it! Chicken Soup for the Soul: All You Need Is Love - 101 Tales of Romance and Happily Ever After is a collection of true stories on how love can happen to anyone at any time. The miracle of love can happen when you least expect it, at any age, at any time. That’s what makes this new collection of true stories so fascinating—because of all the different ways the contributors, men and women, have found their soulmates or fallen in love all over again with their existing partners. Amy says, “The collection is filled with stories of romance, serendipity, divine intervention, hope, and destiny. It’s not just new love; there are plenty of stories about rekindling love in established relation

Do you need help eliminating behavior patterns that are counterproductive for you? Would you like to discover the wealth of your hidden potential just waiting to be released? Join Dr. Charryse Johnson and me on Wednesday, May 10th, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and how we utilize an introspective mind-body approach to shift into a higher place of peace and potential. Dr. Charryse Johnson holds a B.A. in Human Development and Family Studies, an M.A. in Professional Counseling, and a PhD. in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in crisis and trauma. She founded Jade Integrative Counseling and Wellness to offer individuals and families comprehensive and collaborative support and care. Research affirms the unique balance between mind, body, and spirit. Addressing one without the other is managing symptoms versus improving well-being. Dr. Charryse desires a nonjudgemental environment that provides support, encouragement, and practical skills. In h