#109 with Amy Lenius
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Episode #108 – Amy Lenius: Empowerment, Awareness & Next Level Living In this episode, I’m joined by Amy Lenius of Next Level University — a coach and mentor dedicated to helping people step into greater confidence, clarity, and purpose. We dive into what empowerment really looks like, why self-awareness is foundational to growth, and how working with the right partners can accelerate transformation. Amy shares insights from her work guiding clients through group coaching, the mindset shifts that open up real possibility, and the leadership practices that help people live—and...
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#108 With Matt Savino: Roads, Borders & Stories That Almost Didn’t Make It Home
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Episode #108 – Matt Savino: Roads, Borders & Stories That Almost Didn’t Make It Home In this episode, I sit down with Matt Savino — writer, traveler, and storyteller with a passport full of stamps and a knack for finding himself in situations that make great stories later. We talk about travel as a teacher, writing as documentation, and what happens when plans fall apart far from home. Matt shares the story of almost getting stranded in Nicaragua, what that moment revealed about risk, trust, and international realities, and how travel forces you to confront both politics and...
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#107 with Chip Jacobs: Writing, Pasadena’s Past & The Edges of Life
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Episode #107 – Chip Jacobs: Writing, Pasadena’s Past & The Edges of Life In this episode, I’m joined by Chip Jacobs — award-winning author, journalist, and storyteller with a deep love for California history and an eye for the unusual. We dive into the craft of writing and editing, the fascinating (and sometimes bizarre) history of Pasadena, and even wander into the territory of near-death experiences and what they reveal about being alive. This conversation ranges from the practical to the mysterious — from how to shape a story on the page to the moments that shape a life ...
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#106 with Shanti Hershenson - Writing and publishing books as a teen author.
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Episode #106 – Shanti Hershenson We talked about building a TikTok (now with over 70k followers), her amazing focus and discipline, writing every day and some of the other things she does with her time, like falconry! Since the age of twelve, Shanti has actively been writing and publishing books. She has written 37 books in varying genres, including You Won't Know Her Name, a novel-told-in-poetry about bullying in middle school. Biome Lock, the first in an alien invasion series, is published with the others on the way. Also in publication is a three-book series called The...
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#105 With Amy Dickens
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Episode #105 – Amy Dickens on joy, play and reconnecting with the parts of ourselves that make us feel most alive. We may have talked about joy, creativity and connecting with your child self, I’m not sure. It seems like we just talked for an hour and a half and laughed and created a lot of silliness. All I know is the time went very fast and this is a great podcast to listen to if you need a little uplift. Check out Amy’s book “101 Ways to Spread Joy” or check out @theamydickens on all the socials. 🎙️ Were You Still Talking? is hosted by Joel Albrecht – actor,...
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Michael Wendroff - Killing it! The thriller writer's journey
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Episode #104 – Michael Wendroff: Marketing Mastermind Turned Thriller Author In this week’s episode, I sit down with Michael Wendroff — a global marketing consultant with an MBA from New York University (and an induction into their Hall of Fame) who pivoted into writing to publish his debut thriller. We talk about what it takes to go from business-strategy to bestselling pages, the craft of storytelling, and the unexpected crossover between marketing and fiction. What we dive into · Michael’s background in marketing and how his...
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#103 – Melinda Lee, From Hugs to Healing: Melinda's Story
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Episode #103 – Melinda Lee "From Hugs to Healing: Melinda's Story" In this engaging conversation, I talk with Melinda Lee about her exploration of the transformative power of hugs, gratitude, and self-love. Melinda shares her unique journey of hugging everyone she encountered for a year, emphasizing the importance of connection and acceptance. She relates the challenges faced during this journey, the impact of sharing love, and the role of mental health in the creative process. We also delve into energy healing, animal communication, and the nature of grief and unconditional love,...
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#102 – Ken Cox: Punchlines, Punching Bags & A.I.
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Episode #102 – Ken Cox: Punchlines, Punching Bags & A.I. In this episode, I sit down with Ken Cox — a stand-up comedian, boxer, gym owner, and storyteller who bridges worlds we don’t always see together. We talk about the connections between comedy and combat, why he chose to buy the gym where he trained, the past and present of editing, and what AI might mean for creators. What We Dive Into: · Comedy + Boxing: How the stage and the ring both test confidence, timing, resilience, and presence ...
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Episode 101 - With Me, Joel Albrecht
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Episode #101 – With Me. This one is not about me though, it’s about all of you. Big thank you to everyone who has ever listened to the show or been on the show or thought about being on the show or contacted the show. Still learning, still growing, still doing the podcast. Stay tuned! 🎙️ Were You Still Talking? is hosted by Joel Albrecht – actor, content creator, and curious conversationalist. New episodes drop regularly wherever you get your podcasts. Music for all episodes by Jon Griffin. My YouTube channel: My Instagram: @joelyshmoley FaceBook:
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Episode #100 – Albert Bramante: Hypnosis, Agents & Managing Self-Doubt
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Episode #100 – Albert Bramante: Hypnosis, Agents & Managing Self-Doubt In this special centennial episode, I’m joined by Albert Bramante, Ph.D. — talent agent, hypnosis & NLP practitioner, psychology expert, working with actors and creatives to push past mental barriers. We went deep: acting, agents, hypnosis, and even near-death experiences (NDEs). Here’s what we unpacked. What We Talk About · Who is Albert Bramante: his background as a psychology Ph.D, his work as a talent agent and coach for actors and creatives. ...
info_outlineIn the studio today I have James “BLAME” Duhaime professional standup comedian and founder of the Eugene Comedy Crescendo company based in Eugene Oregon. James started his comedy career in 2012. He has since performed in hundreds of comedy shows all over the Pacific Northwest. James is also a movie producer and actor. He produced a video documentary “Coping With Comedy” released in 2015.
http://jamesblamecomedy.com/
Music for all episodes by Jon Griffin.
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