Listen to Unpacking Peanuts
I Always Wanted To
Hi everyone. While I’m taking a break from this podcast I’m working on another one called Unpacking Peanuts, where 3 cartoonists take an in-depth look at the greatest comic strip of all time-- Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. This is a labor of love from three smart, funny, comic artists, one of whom is my husband Michael. Regular listeners might remember my episode titled I Always Wanted to Create A Graphic Novel with Michael and Jimmy Gownley. The third member of the triumvirate is Harold Buchholz. They’ve all been friends for decades and all are lifelong fans of Schulz and...
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Take A Break
I Always Wanted To
I want to let regular listeners know that I’m taking a break from creating new episodes of I Always Wanted To. I have plans to make additional “best of” compilations like the Learn To Sing and Travel episodes I released at the end of last year. I’m also going to share some other projects I’ve been working on that I think you’ll enjoy. I will stay in touch now and then but not on a regular schedule. I had no idea when I started how much I would come to love podcasting. I love listening to people talk about their passion. I love learning about this relatively new and exciting...
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Join the Circus
I Always Wanted To
Allison’s interest in becoming a performing artist began when she joined FSU’s Flying High Circus in 2004 where she was able utilize her background in gymnastics training as well as other athletic sports. In 2007, she embarked on a professional career in the circus arts when she joined a 7-person flying trapeze act. Shortly after joining the troupe, Allison trained with the internationally recognized flying trapeze artist, Ivan Espana, and together developed a dynamic solo swinging trapeze act which utilizes the timing of the swing to accomplish several powerful release maneuvers creating...
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House the Homeless
I Always Wanted To
Josh Young is an athlete, leader, and follower of Jesus. He graduated from F&M with honors while playing two NCAA sports, D1 wrestling and football. Since then, Josh has worked in investment banking, non-profit, and helped run a successful political campaign. Now, Josh is Chief of Staff at New Story, with a mission to pioneer solutions to end global homelessness. He declined acceptance to Harvard grad school to lead and love within his role at New Story. New Story is one of the first non-profits to go through Y Combinator and has since built over 3,500 homes in Haiti, El...
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Find a Diet I Like
I Always Wanted To
Jess Reid is a self-care keto coach, a certified life coach with the International Coaching Federation, and the founder of her own coaching practice, The Keto Fit. She’s passionate about helping women to lose weight with a keto diet and a self-care mindset, by providing both the concrete scientific strategies to lose weight and the mindset work that will help women change their beliefs surrounding weight, food, and body image, so that they can have life-long success with ease, peace, and joy. Jess lives in Virginia Beach with her husband of 16 years and her 5 year old daughter. When she’s...
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Be A Podcaster
I Always Wanted To
In late 2017, with no previous experience in audio-making or storytelling, Lori Mortimer simply decided it would be a good idea to start a podcast. Then she learned how hard it was. "Since then, I've studied the art and craft of podcasting, audio editing, interviewing, nonfiction storytelling, sound design, and podcast marketing. Through more classes and workshops than I can count, and the support found in online and in-person audio communities, I've stitched together the basic set of skills needed to get a show off the ground. It's taken a village to get me to the point where I consider...
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Make Ceramics
I Always Wanted To
Catherine is an audio storyteller with a background in art based in Oakland, CA, where they produce and host Material Feels, a podcast exploring the intimate relationship between artists and their materials. They began working with clay as a teen and considers the ceramics studio another version of home. They've worked as a fine art framer, gardener, ceramics instructor and art supply copywriter; their writing has been published in The New York Times, WIRED, The British Medical Journal, Leonardo Magazine and Art Dog, an art supply industry blog. CXM Productions - ...
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Write A Novel
I Always Wanted To
Nicole Meier is a multi-published author and book coach living in the Pacific Northwest. Her debut novel, THE HOUSE OF BRADBURY, was chosen as a Best Book of 2016 by Refinery29. Her second book, THE GIRL MADE OF CLAY, was named a Top Book according to Bookbub readers. Her newest novel, THE SECOND CHANCE SUPPER CLUB, is out now. Nicole has taught writing workshops in schools, libraries, wellness retreats, and writers' conferences. She currently works as a book coach for fiction writers, helping them bring their stories to life. Her works have been published in The...
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Be A Fashion Designer
I Always Wanted To
Nic Hyl (pronounced Nick Hill) is the founder and creative director of New York’s emerging and award winning swimwear, clothing and activewear brand, Nic Hyl Clothing. As a lover of travel, fitness, fashion and having previously worked in the fashion industry for brands including Norma Kamali and Ralph Lauren, Nic has taken her experience, love of fashion, Jamaican roots, and Florida upbringing to create a brand inspired by her love of quality fashion and a vacation inspired lifestyle. After graduating with a BS in Psychology from The University of Central Florida, Nic changed her...
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Be More Adventurous
I Always Wanted To
Heather Hansen O’Neill is an international speaker, author, adventurer, and entrepreneur using her action-packed experience to Fire Up audiences. She stimulates vibrant energy, focus, and action for those who want to collaborate effectively, lead change, and achieve massive results. As host of the From Fear to Fire podcast, 2x TEDx speaker, and behavioral change expert, Heather's research and programs help individuals and companies’ breakthrough fears, judgments, and blocks to break limiting generational patterns and reach sales and leadership success. ...
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In this, my 50th episode, I talk about the upcoming season which begins Monday, September 13th.
Coming up on I Always Wanted To:
- Know What I Want To Be When I Grow Up
- Be A Cave Diver
- Learn to Play Harmonica
- Be A Competitive Athlete
- Spot Disinformation
- Play A Theremin
--and more--
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I want to get to know you better. Please fill out a 5-question survey at lizsumner.com/survey. Let me know when you're done and I'll send you a coupon code for my online course, 8 Steps to Launch Your Dream Life. (launchyourdreamlife.com)
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TRANSCRIPT
Liz: Hi everyone. I’m proud to say this is my 50th episode. I’ve been podcasting since May of 2018. In that time I’ve spoken with dozens of fascinating people and asked them questions about how they pursued their passions; how they put one foot in front of the other to dance or climb or play or learn.
In all of my conversations my guests mention a point when they realize, “Wow, I got this. I’m doing what I set out to do, what I always dreamed of doing.” I don’t have to do things the way it’s always been done. I can experiment. I can step out of my comfort zone and it feels wonderful.
In this upcoming series we’re going to explore some new territory-- like underwater caves. We’ll take another look at the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I’ll ask an expert about how to spot Disinformation and a dear friend about learning to play blues harp. I’ll interview a medal-winning athlete who didn’t start running until she was 57. And learn about something I’ve personally always wanted to do, that is play a Theremin, from a world class virtuoso and teacher.
My purpose in all of this is to bring you inspiring stories that remind you live your dreams. They are not out of reach. They are easier than you think to achieve.
My dream is to make an impact with this podcast. It has been a joy to create and refine. If you listen to the early episodes please forgive the technical flaws. I’ve learned a lot since then and I hope it shows. If you’re just joining me now I hope you will check out the back catalog. There’s some great content there.
Based on your feedback, I’m also striving to make myself more visible, or I guess present is more appropriate in this medium. I’ll talk more about my impressions of the guests and what I take away from the conversations. As always, I’d love to hear what you think as well. Am I succeeding in my purpose of inspiring you? You tell me.
Podcasting brings together many of my interests-- learning new things, talking to cool people, and of course tech geek stuff. I thoroughly enjoy the process and I do it for love. However, I am not averse to receiving support. Please feel free to show your appreciation at Patreon.com/alwayswanted.
I hope you enjoy the new season of I Always Wanted To. I’m Liz Sumner, reminding you to be bold, and thanks for listening.