Are You Awesome Today?

Stephen visits with extraordinary people who are doing things in an AWESOME way. Join in to hear and learn from their stories, their challenges and their successes.

Bold Authors Guide to Visibility with Kae Wagner 01/05/2026

Bold Authors Guide to Visibility with Kae Wagner Stephen’s guest this week is Kae Wagner. Kae is a Best Selling Author and Founder of North Star Marketing & the Bold Authors Network. She has a passion for helping Authors Become Bold Promoters to write and sell more books & back-end programs. Listen in as Kae shares her story and tips on how to increase visibility while marketing our books. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39612610

Happy New Year 12/29/2025

Happy New Year In this short episode, Stephen shares gratitude for an amazing 2025 and talks about goals for 2026. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39542350

Culture Branding with Nader Safinya 12/22/2025

Culture Branding with Nader Safinya This week, Nader Safinya joins Stephen with the topic of Culture Branding. Nader has over 15 years’ experience leading and developing full-scale brands. He describes his own purpose as bringing cool jobs to cool people, by helping SMBs become culture brands that put quality of life first and emerge as symbols of progress. This is a great discussion about branding and Nader shares some great questions that we should be asking as we explore our own brand. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39493820

The Myo Spot with Karese Laguerre 12/15/2025

The Myo Spot with Karese Laguerre Our guest this week is Karese Laguerre. Karese is a Myofunctional Therapist, Author, International Speaker and Dental Airway Educator. She is passionate about helping people eliminate oral dysfunction which can leave you tired, in pain, or with an undesired smile… showing up as headaches, jaw tension, fatigue, clenching, poor sleep, snoring, and more. Listen in to learn about how Myofunctional Therapy may help you improve in any of these areas. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39408940

The Joyful Strategist with Jen Gomez 12/08/2025

The Joyful Strategist with Jen Gomez Stephen’s guest this week is Jen Gomez. As the Joyful Strategist™, she teaches the science of joy as a performance advantage for teams, executives, and entrepreneurs. A former Executive Director at the Louisiana Governor’s Mansion and top-ranking sales leader turned business strategist, Jen brings over 15 years of leadership experience to every stage and session she leads. Listen in to learn about her proprietary framework — The JOY Method™ which helps high-achievers, executives, and organizations turn alignment into their most powerful strategy for performance, clarity, and influence. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39321190

Marketing – It’s the Execution with Gee Ranasinha 12/01/2025

Marketing – It’s the Execution with Gee Ranasinha Joining Stephen this week is Gee Ranasinha. Gee has been in marketing since the days of dial-up internet and AOL CDs. Today, he’s the CEO of KEXINO, a marketing agency and behavioral science practice for small to medium-sized businesses. Gee is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute Of Marketing, Gee is also Visiting Clinical Professor at two business schools, teaching Marketing and Behavioral Science to final-year MBA students for more than a decade. He’s also an acclaimed international speaker, presenting at conferences and events throughout the US and Europe. Listen in to hear some great insights on Marketing. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39204420

Bravo Zulu House with Cathy Von Echen 11/24/2025

Bravo Zulu House with Cathy Von Echen Joining Stephen this week is Cathy Von Echen, Cathy is the Marketing Coordinator for Bravo Zulu House which is a non-profit Veterans house, with its first of its kind philosophy of supporting Vets in both a sober house with PTSD. Their brand-new house, for men only, just took in their first resident, and their women's house is currently in the fundraising and development stage. Listen in to learn more about Bravo Zulu House and learn some key marketing tips as well. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39148425

How to Be Awesome Every Day with Dr. Ron Stotts 11/17/2025

How to Be Awesome Every Day with Dr. Ron Stotts Stephen’s guest this week is Inspirational speaker, Dr. Ron Stotts. Ron has a passion for guiding business leaders on a transformational inner journey of creating their inspired personal and professional lives. He is a three-time bestselling author with a PhD in psychology and is a Dr. of Chiropractic. Listen in to hear how he has explored the depths of ancient wisdom and the latest in psychological, neurological studies, and leadership as he guides entrepreneurs and executives into the highest levels of conscious leadership. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/39058580

The Clarity Code with Diane Windingland 11/10/2025

The Clarity Code with Diane Windingland This week, Stephen is joined by returning guest Diane Windingland. As a Virtual Speech Coach, Diane has a passion for helping people become better communicators. In her newest book, The Clarity Code, she continues to help us to improve our communication efforts with tips on how to present a clearer message. Listen in to learn some great clarifying tips and to learn more about the book. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38976115

Culture in the Workplace with Justin Long 11/03/2025

Culture in the Workplace with Justin Long This week, Justin Long joins Stephen. Justin is an author, podcast host, and the hospital administrator for Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic. He is passionate about the power of positive culture, mental health, and effective teamwork—values he had to learn the hard way after struggling with insecurity and toxicity early in his life. Today, he’s a dedicated advocate for helping young people thrive both personally and professionally. Listen in to hear about the importance of Culture in the Workplace. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38891295

Crafting Brands That Lead with Joshua Altman 10/27/2025

Crafting Brands That Lead with Joshua Altman Our guest this week is Joshua Altman. Joshua has worked one-on-one with founders and executives to help them shape and communicate their brand stories through more than just press releases; he has guided teams through the challenge of fundraising messaging, digital growth campaigns, and even reputation recovery during unpredictable situations. Listen to this practical discussion on translating expertise into clear, compelling communications strategies. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38791975

Blue Collar Cash with Ken Rusk 10/20/2025

Blue Collar Cash with Ken Rusk Stephen’s guest this week is Ken Rusk. Ken is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and blue-collar advocate that proves there is no degree needed to achieve comfort, peace, and freedom. Ken spent his younger years digging ditches and working in construction. He is passionate about helping people achieve their dreams regardless of their educational background or past. In Ken's book, Blue-Collar Cash, he shares his insights from over 30 years of working in blue collar trades as an entrepreneur, mentor, and life coach. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38628900

Live for Today with Marlee Kivens 10/13/2025

Live for Today with Marlee Kivens Stephen’s guest this week is Marlee Kivens. Marlee is an amazing woman with an incredible story to tell about growing up with all her challenges and how she finds the strength to pull through, how she has had to use her own voice to advocate for herself, and how she has been able to achieve her own independence as an independent contractor with a direct marketing company called Pampered Chef. Listen in to learn about her mantra, "Live for Today!" This inspirational mantra has been her focus to help her live her daily life with a very challenging physical disability. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38562125

Unlikely Bosses with Andi Shaughnessy and Danielle Carter 10/06/2025

Unlikely Bosses with Andi Shaughnessy and Danielle Carter This week, Stephen’s guests are Andi Shaughnessy and Danielle Carter, a dynamic duo whose journey turns personal adversity into professional triumph. These two sisters navigated the steep transition of taking over their family business after a significant loss, ultimately transforming it into a multi-million-dollar operation without prior business experience. Listen in to hear their story and how their journey has been anything but traditional, but has reinforced what they believe at their core: success is built on trust, strong relationships, and always delivering on our promises. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38464435

An Attitude of Curiosity with Zerina Derveni 09/29/2025

An Attitude of Curiosity with Zerina Derveni Zerina Derveni joins Stephen this week to encourage us to be curious. Zerina is a distinguished Life Coach who specializes in empowering high-performing women and organizations to unlock their full potential. Specializing in guiding women who feel lost, stuck, or simply curious to level up, Zerina helps them embrace their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and create lasting transformation in both their personal and professional lives. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38376460

One Mile at a Time with Edward Rahill 09/22/2025

One Mile at a Time with Edward Rahill Stephen’s guest this week is Edward Rahill. Ed Rahill holds a place in the annals of history as the cross-continental endurance road race record holder, boasting the fastest time in a competitive road race stretching from Boston to San Diego. His debut novel, One Mile at a Time, is more than a chronicle of this thrilling feat. It’s a tribute to a promise made to his grandmother — that his children’s generation would finally shatter the cycle of broken dreams. With its publication, Rahill’s commitment has beautifully come to life. His story is one of grit, endurance, and the power of dreaming big. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38304370

Marketing on a Budget for Authors with Kevin Hall 09/15/2025

Marketing on a Budget for Authors with Kevin Hall Kevin Hall joins Stephen this week with some exciting tips for authors. Kevin is the author of multiple books and is about to release another. Listen in to learn some of his tips and techniques about being an author and about marketing your books on a budget. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38178780

Lead with Imperfections with Darryl Stickel 09/08/2025

Lead with Imperfections with Darryl Stickel Stephen’s guest this week is Darryl Stickel. Darryl is a true thought leader in the area of trust. He sets a great example and offers valuable insights and guidance on leadership and transformation that are both practical and impactful. With his extensive training and experience, he is exceptionally well-suited to serve as a mentor, coach and thought partner for leaders. Join in to gain valuable insights on how you can Lead with Imperfections. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38126620

Sharing Enthusiasm with Greg Scholz 09/01/2025

Sharing Enthusiasm with Greg Scholz Greg Scholz returns for a third time for the podcast’s 200th episode. Greg is the CEO (Chief Enthusiasm Officer) of his life. Listen in to learn how he shares his enthusiasm to enlighten the world around him. You will also learn how you can share your unique gifts and talents to make a huge difference in your world as well. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/38044715

How to Develop Your Uncertainty Advantage with Scott Stirrett 08/25/2025

How to Develop Your Uncertainty Advantage with Scott Stirrett This week, Scott Stirrett joins Stephen to tell us how to use uncertainty to our advantage. Scott knows what it’s like to navigate career uncertainty—he built a national nonprofit from scratch, raised $80 million, and helped over 10,000 young professionals develop the skills to thrive in unpredictable careers. He is a recognized leader in talent development and entrepreneurship and the author of The Uncertainty Advantage. Join in to learn how to develop your Uncertainty Advantage. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37922570

Work That’s Worth It with Georgi Enthoven 08/18/2025

Work That’s Worth It with Georgi Enthoven Stephen’s guest this week is Georgi Enthoven. Georgi is an international thought leader, trusted advisor, and the visionary founder of Work That’s Worth It. She is the author of the #1 BESTSELLER on Amazon - Work That's Worth It: High-Impact, High-Reward Careers. Listen in to learn how she helps young professionals transform their careers into a powerful & rewarding force for good. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37860755

Strength Found in Struggles with Maria Oliveras 08/11/2025

Strength Found in Struggles with Maria Oliveras Stephen’s guest this week is the founder of Enduring Hope, Maria Oliveras. Maria is a speaker who has a passion for helping people find Strength in their Struggles. Listen in to hear her amazing story and learn how to gain strength when all seems lost. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37742640

Poking Things with a Stick with Elizabeth Bieniek 08/04/2025

Poking Things with a Stick with Elizabeth Bieniek This week, Stephen’s guest is Elizabeth Bieniek. Elizabeth likes shaking things up. Named one of the 10 most influential female pioneers in technology, she has presented to and consulted with the world’s top innovators, but it is her disruptive leadership tactics that have been featured around the globe. Today we learn about Embracing curiosity, wonder, and the question “Why?” Listen in to explore Poking Things with a Stick. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37621070

Awaken Your Wild Wisdom with Erin Barry 07/28/2025

Awaken Your Wild Wisdom with Erin Barry Returning guest, Erin Barry, joins Stephen to encourage us to find and embrace our authentic self; to live life on our terms, led by our values and passions. To aid us, she shares her Wild Framework. Listen in to Awaken Your Wild Wisdom. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37545560

Branding with Strategy and Audacity with Asia Dore 07/21/2025

Branding with Strategy and Audacity with Asia Dore This week, Stephen is joined by Asia Dore, Asia is a brand strategist on a mission to simplify and revolutionize the concept of branding so every entrepreneur can take full advantage of it to grow their business or organization. Using her signature STRATEGY/AUDACITY™ Method, she’s helped hundreds of business owners build effective and profitable brands that empower them to leverage their unique expertise! Tune in to learn more about Branding with Strategy and Audacity. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37439495

10xing Your Business with Marc Adams 07/14/2025

10xing Your Business with Marc Adams This week, Stephen is joined by Marc Adams. Marc is a sought-after strategy mentor and the best-selling author of Secrets to 10xing Your Business and Cashing Out Tax-Free. In his book, he shares exactly what business owners need to do to become even more wealthy be that increasing value and secure tax-free exits. But Marc’s story goes far beyond traditional business success. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37383530

Be Awesome with Your Strengths with Ryan Crittenden 07/07/2025

Be Awesome with Your Strengths with Ryan Crittenden Stephen’s guest this week is Dr. Ryan Crittenden, Ryan’s focus is on strengths-based coaching to elevate workplace culture, leadership, and team performance. His coaching programs and workshops are designed to bring out the best in individuals and teams, creating a foundation for success. Ryan encourages us to Be Awesome with Our Strengths. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37270920

Preventing Burnout with Kristen Donnelly 06/30/2025

Preventing Burnout with Kristen Donnelly This week, Stephen’s guest is Kristen Donnelly. Kristen is an award winning, four-time TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, author, and researcher. She has a passion for helping people prevent burnout. As she shares her story, we will learn… Productivity or ??????? Causes of Burnout Stress The 4 R’s for Prevention Emotional Capacity /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37201805

How to Forgive with Dara McKinley 06/23/2025

How to Forgive with Dara McKinley Stephen’s guest this week is Dara McKinley. Seeing the need for a logical and straightforward forgiveness paradigm, Dara created How to Forgive. Today Dara guides participants beyond mainstream forgiveness understandings and into a practical spiritual process that heals and restores peace. Join in to hear Dara’s story and to learn How to Forgive. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/37097565

Everybody is Worthy with Randi-Lee Bowslaugh 06/16/2025

Everybody is Worthy with Randi-Lee Bowslaugh This week, Stephen’s guest is Randi-Lee Bowslaugh. Randi-Lee is a Mental Health Advocate, Author, and Host of the Write or Die show. As an outspoken advocate for mental health, she shares her true story with honesty. Depression continues to be a battle in her life, but she is glad that she continues to live. Listen in to hear her story and about her efforts to lift others by sharing her struggles and triumphs. Her message: Everybody is Worthy. /episode/index/show/areyouawesometoday/id/36997380

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