The Visible Kindness Podcast
Can kindness provide real solutions in a polarized and divided culture? If we paid more attention to it, would it make much of a difference? We believe the answer is, “Yes!” But we know we’re more effective working together than alone, and something exponentially powerful happens when we do. In each episode, we share kindness stories, opportunities for kindness, and ways we can partner to serve more people.
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EP 071: Former Hindu Finds Jesus – Geeta Chopra’s Story
03/09/2026
EP 071: Former Hindu Finds Jesus – Geeta Chopra’s Story
In this episode of Visible Kindness, Ed Squire welcomes author, speaker, and entrepreneur Geeta Chopra. Geeta shares her powerful personal journey from Hinduism to Christianity and how encountering Jesus Christ transformed her life. Together they discuss faith, grace, identity in Christ, and the challenges believers face when learning to walk in spiritual freedom. Geeta is the author of Kingdom Mindset: Fulfill Your Destiny and hosts two television programs on the Central New Jersey Network. She also teaches with the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Series and serves on several nonprofit boards. This conversation explores: • Hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit • Grace versus works • Forgiveness and spiritual freedom • Living a life shaped by faith and kindness A thoughtful and encouraging conversation about transformation, faith, and purpose. CONNECT WITH GEETA: Website: FaceBook: YouTube: Email: info@lifeafterchrist.com 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 070: Pink Socks Life — How a Pair of Socks Became a Global Kindness Movement
02/16/2026
EP 070: Pink Socks Life — How a Pair of Socks Became a Global Kindness Movement
In this episode of Visible Kindness, I sit down with Nick Adkins — co-founder of the global Pink Socks Life movement — to talk about what it really looks like to scale kindness through human connection. Nick shares how saying “yes” to life changed everything after losing his father, how Burning Man helped him reframe what matters, and how a simple pair of pink socks became a global invitation to connect, gift, and truly see one another. We also talk about the difference between connectivity and connection — and why a world flooded with noise is starving for real human presence. Key moments you’ll hear: The “Say Yes” mindset — and why life is happening right now How Pink Socks became an organic global movement The “I see you” exercise and why it hits so hard Why the gift isn’t the socks — it’s the moment of connection “Crap vs. cone” — what you choose to focus on in every now If this episode moved you, share it with one person — and then go create one moment of kindness today. Connect with Pink Socks Life: 📩 Contact: ed@visiblekindness.com 🌱 Learn more: https://visiblekindness.com 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Follow Visible Kindness: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 069: When an Unexpected Act of Kindness Changed Me
02/16/2026
EP 069: When an Unexpected Act of Kindness Changed Me
This is a deeply personal story pulled from my journals — a true account of how an unexpected encounter with a child and her mother changed my heart and perspective. It’s about presence. Kindness. And learning how to love without conditions or agenda. This story comes from The Kindness Manifesto, a forthcoming book rooted in faith, healing, and radical kindness. Sometimes the moment you didn’t plan for becomes the one that changes you forever. 📩 Contact: ed@visiblekindness.com 🌱 Learn more: https://visiblekindness.com 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Follow Visible Kindness: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 068: Ed Squire on Forgiveness, Trauma, and Confronting My Abuser
02/08/2026
EP 068: Ed Squire on Forgiveness, Trauma, and Confronting My Abuser
In this deeply personal solo episode, I share a story I’ve never told publicly before. I open up about being sexually abused as a child, how that trauma shaped my life for decades, and what happened when I visited my abuser on his deathbed. This is not a story about minimizing pain or bypassing justice. It’s about what forgiveness actually looks like when it’s grounded in truth, faith, and time. In this episode, I also share five biblically grounded insights on healing from trauma, including: – Why forgiveness is an act of obedience, not emotion – How to bring anger honestly into God’s presence – Why releasing revenge is essential for freedom – How bitterness binds us long after abuse ends – Why trusting God with justice brings lasting peace If you’ve experienced trauma — especially abuse — this episode is for you. You’re not broken. And healing is possible. 📩 Contact: ed@visiblekindness.com 🌱 Learn more: https://visiblekindness.com 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Follow Visible Kindness: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 067: Build Instant Confidence Through 'The STORY Hook Method' with Brigham Blackham
01/30/2026
EP 067: Build Instant Confidence Through 'The STORY Hook Method' with Brigham Blackham
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you communicate. In this episode of the Visible Kindness Podcast, host Ed Squire sits down with Brigham Blackham, an internationally sought-after speaker and trainer known for helping people transform how they communicate — and how they show up in the world. Every year, billions of dollars and countless hours are lost on communication methods that simply don’t work. Brigham challenges those outdated approaches and introduces a powerful storytelling-based framework that helps people build instant confidence, clarity, and influence in leadership, business, and relationships. In this conversation, you’ll hear: - Why most communication strategies fail - How storytelling creates confidence instead of pressure - What confident communication really looks like in everyday life - How to move from uncertainty to decisive, grounded action - Why influence starts with clarity, not volume Brigham’s message has been described as a masterclass in messaging, a wake-up call, and transformational — because it meets people where they are and gives them tools they can use immediately. If you’ve ever struggled to feel heard, understood, or confident when it matters most, this episode will challenge and encourage you. Connect with Brigham: Podcast: Levelin’ Up: Speaking website: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: TikTok: Short Term Rental Website: 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Follow Visible Kindness: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 066: Visible Kindness Podcast isn’t about being nice — it’s about being honest with Ed Squire
01/20/2026
EP 066: Visible Kindness Podcast isn’t about being nice — it’s about being honest with Ed Squire
In this solo episode, I reset expectations for the year ahead, reflect on what Visible Kindness truly represents, and explain why the direction of the show has shifted in a meaningful way. I also share why my own documentary and memoir are being paused — and why finishing someone else’s story with care, integrity, and excellence matters more right now. This episode isn’t a performance. It’s an honest conversation about faith, pain, growth, and what kindness actually looks like in real life. If something stands out to you, I’d love to hear it. Please leave a comment or 'thumbs up'. Visible Kindness grows through conversation, not noise. 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Follow Visible Kindness: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 Watch on YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 065: Rewire Your Mind & Walk in God’s Design | Raquel Soto
11/18/2025
EP 065: Rewire Your Mind & Walk in God’s Design | Raquel Soto
In this episode of the Visible Kindness Podcast, Ed sits down with Raquel Soto, a Christ-centered mindset strategist, TV Host of One Breakthrough Now, and author of Rewire Reality. Raquel blends biblical truth, neuroscience, emotional regulation, and practical mindset coaching to help people break old patterns and step into the life God designed for them. Topics include: • Renewing the mind (biblical + scientific perspective) • Interrupting destructive thought loops • Why believers often stay stuck • Emotional regulation + identity • How Rewire Reality was created • Raquel’s powerful personal testimony • The Father’s heart for breakthrough Connect with Raquel: Book: TikTok: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Follow Visible Kindness: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 064: From Betrayal to Breakthrough — Tonnie Lea’s Raw Story of Healing and Hope
11/06/2025
EP 064: From Betrayal to Breakthrough — Tonnie Lea’s Raw Story of Healing and Hope
Tonnie Lea lived through betrayal, narcissistic abuse, trauma, abortion recovery, and the moment she almost gave up on life. But God met her in the darkest moment and rebuilt everything. Today, she coaches others through her books, conferences, and “Healed to Be Healed” movement — helping people share their stories with courage and dignity. 🔗 Connect with Tonnie Lea: LinkedIn: Facebook: 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Rate & Review Your reviews can help raise funds for the documentary. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Follow Visible Kindness: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 063: The Truth About Writing the Book Inside You with Amanda Johnson
10/27/2025
EP 063: The Truth About Writing the Book Inside You with Amanda Johnson
In this episode, Ed Squire talks with Amanda Johnson — The Story Oracle, about how storytelling can become a powerful act of kindness and healing. Amanda alchemizes 25 years of experience in story literacy, writing, and narrative medicine to help people transform their backstories into something redemptive and life-giving. Together they discuss: Why writing your story unlocks hidden emotions and purpose The surprising connection between kindness and vulnerability What happens when you finally let others “hold” your story with you This conversation will inspire you to look at your own story — not as something to hide, but as something to heal through and share. 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts at Rate & Review Your reviews can help raise funds for the documentary. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Follow Visible Kindness: 🌐 Website: 🎥 YouTube: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads: CONNECT WITH AMANDA IG: FB: LI: IG: FB: LI:
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EP 062: Art Citron on Editing Legacy: The Vision Behind the Sinatra–Basie Documentary
07/22/2025
EP 062: Art Citron on Editing Legacy: The Vision Behind the Sinatra–Basie Documentary
🎬 Emmy-winning editor and director Art Citron joins the Visible Kindness Podcast to pull back the curtain on the creative vision behind the upcoming Sinatra–Basie documentary. In this episode: – What makes this story so emotionally powerful – Why the July 25 event in Atlantic City is central to the film – Art’s approach to storytelling, rhythm, and cinematic depth – And the launch of the first Crowdfundr campaign supporting the project With 25+ years in media and entertainment, Art brings unmatched insight — and heart — to every frame. 🎧 Full episode now available. 🎟️ Join us July 25 at the Superstar Theater Subscribe for more stories of kindness, legacy, and cultural restoration. 🎥 Want early access to exclusive rewards? Visit Rate & Review Your reviews can help raise funds for the documentary. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Follow Visible Kindness: 🌐 Website: 🎥 YouTube: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 061: Brandon Tomasello: Lost Sinatra Arrangements, Big Band Revival, and the July 25 Documentary Launch
07/21/2025
EP 061: Brandon Tomasello: Lost Sinatra Arrangements, Big Band Revival, and the July 25 Documentary Launch
🔗 Access exclusive Sneak Rewards: 📩 Subscribe for updates "This is a story about more than music. It's about honoring legacy, building something bigger than ourselves, and creating art that lasts." 🎙️ Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Brandon Tomasello joins Ed Squire on the Visible Kindness podcast for a remarkable behind-the-scenes conversation about the rediscovery of long-lost Sinatra-Basie arrangements. In this episode: – How Brandon unearthed the original music in the Library of Congress – The process of recording with a big band at Soundplex Studios – Details about the July 25 Atlantic City concert (and how you can be there) – The launch of the Crowdfundr campaign to fund the upcoming documentary 🎟️ Don’t miss the concert + filming at the Superstar Theater 🎁 Get Sneak Reward access here: [Crowdfundr or landing page link] Subscribe for more stories of kindness, legacy, and cultural restoration. 🎥 Want early access to exclusive rewards? Visit https://crowdfundr.com/sneakrewards 🌐 Learn more at: Rate & Review Your reviews help more people discover voices like Gloria’s. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Follow Visible Kindness: 🌐 Website: 🎥 YouTube: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 060: Reviving Sinatra & Basie: Behind the Scenes of a Lost Jazz Legacy
07/18/2025
EP 060: Reviving Sinatra & Basie: Behind the Scenes of a Lost Jazz Legacy
🔗 Access exclusive Sneak Rewards: 📩 Subscribe for updates "This is a story about more than music. It's about honoring legacy, building something bigger than ourselves, and creating art that lasts." 🎙️ Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. What if never-before-heard Sinatra-Basie arrangements were discovered… and you had a front-row seat to the comeback? In this episode of the Visible Kindness Podcast, Ed Squire is joined by the powerhouse team bringing a forgotten treasure back to life: 🎤 Brandon Tomasello – Vocalist, performer, and visionary behind the revival 🎬 Art Citron – Emmy Award-winning editor, producer, and creative force 💼 George Koch – Strategic business leader known for turning vision into reality Together, they’re producing a one-of-a-kind music documentary that’s equal parts history, heart, and hope. In this episode, you’ll also learn: How the lost Sinatra-Basie arrangements were discovered What inspired this once-in-a-generation documentary How the team is blending vision, leadership, and legacy How you can participate as a founding supporter or investor Tune in to hear the full story and how you can get involved. 🎥 Want early access to exclusive rewards? Visit [Insert Link] 🌐 Learn more at: Rate & Review Your reviews help more people discover voices like Gloria’s. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Follow Visible Kindness: 🌐 Website: 🎥 YouTube: 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 059: Don’t Talk About It?? — Why We Must Speak Up About CSA | Gloria Masters
07/02/2025
EP 059: Don’t Talk About It?? — Why We Must Speak Up About CSA | Gloria Masters
Don’t Talk About It?? — Why We Must Speak Up About CSA, with Gloria Masters In this powerful and emotionally charged episode of The Visible Kindness Podcast, host Ed Squire welcomes international survivor advocate Gloria Masters — a woman whose story has reached millions and is still breaking silence today. Born into sex trafficking and raised in a cycle of abuse in New Zealand, Gloria not only survived 16 years of horror, she rose with purpose. Today, she’s a published author, speaker, and the founder of Handing the Shame Back, a global foundation for adult survivors of child sexual abuse (CSA). 📍 Note: This interview was recorded shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic. Its message is as vital now as ever. We talked about: Why silence protects abusers — and how to break it Gloria’s survival journey and the power of the human spirit The global reach of her advocacy and campaigns The #Handsign4Kids and Global Awareness Day initiatives How love and humility anchor her life and mission 🎙 Resources Mentioned: Gloria’s Website & Books: Handing the Shame Back Foundation: 🔔 If you or someone you love is a survivor, please listen. Share this episode. You are not alone. ——— Rate & Review Your reviews help more people discover voices like Gloria’s. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Follow Visible Kindness: 🌐 Website: 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VisibleKindness 📧 Join the Kindness Reset: #GloriaMasters #VisibleKindness #ChildAbuseAwareness #HandingTheShameBack #TraumaSurvivor #CSARecovery #PodcastInterview #EdSquire #FaithInDarkness #SpeakUp 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 058: Your Smile Is Your Superpower: Carlyn Shaw on Turning Strangers Into Friends
06/24/2025
EP 058: Your Smile Is Your Superpower: Carlyn Shaw on Turning Strangers Into Friends
Resilience. Authenticity. Connection. These aren't buzzwords—they're the way Carlyn Shaw lives her life. In this episode of the Visible Kindness Podcast, Carlyn shares how being diagnosed with MS, losing her best friends, and a traumatic accident that left her toothless didn’t destroy her—they launched her mission. She’s the founder of Strangers to Friends, and her “Whoever Smiles First Wins” movement is reshaping how people create community in a disconnected world. We talked about: ✅ The real stories behind our smiles ✅ Turning trauma into a tool for growth ✅ Why human connection is the next frontier of emotional leadership ✅ And how to spark courage in everyday life If you lead people, speak publicly, or just want to show up more fully in your own life—this is for you. 👇CONNECT WITH CARLYN: Instagram: LinkedIn: 🌐 Website: 🌐 Website: 🌐 Website: 📸 Instagram: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 057: What does it mean to live Midlife AF? | Christine Burke
06/14/2025
EP 057: What does it mean to live Midlife AF? | Christine Burke
In this powerful episode of the Visible Kindness Podcast, I sit down with Christine Burke, certified coach, content creator, and midlife mentor who's a stay at home mom to hundreds of women over 50. Christine shares her journey from full-time mom to building a thriving wellness business and redefining what’s possible after 50. We talk about: 👉 Confidence during menopause 👉 Reinventing your identity in midlife 👉 Building an online brand as a woman 50+ 👉 Why Christine says midlife is the beginning, not the end Whether you're navigating a life transition or just need some real talk and motivation — this episode will light a fire in you 👇CONNECT WITH CHRISTINE: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📢 TikTok: 📸 Instagram: 👇CONNECT WITH ED: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 🎥 YouTube: 📸 Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 056: What do You do When Your Children Take the Prodigal-Transgender Journey? | Debrah Mcninch
06/05/2025
EP 056: What do You do When Your Children Take the Prodigal-Transgender Journey? | Debrah Mcninch
In this episode Debra McNinch a devoted wife, mother, first-time author, and a passionate prayer warrior talks about the movement she founded called "Battle Cry". This became a prayer movement dedicated to bringing prodigals home through the power of prayer. Her motto, "NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE," is a cry for parents to unite in the fight for our children. Debrah said, "My life was on track to be perfect until an unexpected phone call changed everything. When my child came out as transgender, life as I knew it, would never be the same. The days, weeks, and years that followed that announcement were full of uncertainty and fear as I watched the Christian values I instilled in my child, faded away." CONNECT WITH DEBRAH: Website: Website: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 055: How I overcame trauma in my life and began to live with and give joy with Hailey Rank
05/31/2025
EP 055: How I overcame trauma in my life and began to live with and give joy with Hailey Rank
In this episode Haily Rank tells us how and why she feels like she's been put on this earth to spread smiles and joy. Hailey's childhood was scattered with trauma and eventually she recognized that she wanted to make people smile, so she choose joy after processing hard things. She ended up using social media to express herself and began to share positive things along the way. Today, she's still trying to figure some stuff out because life is a learning journe as she continues to share her life lessons and experiences with those who follow her. CONNECT WITH HAILEY: TikTok: Instagram: Website: Facebook: YouTube: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 054: Making THE Difference in Refugee Education, Leadership, and Kindness in Action with Wendy Huffman
05/22/2025
EP 054: Making THE Difference in Refugee Education, Leadership, and Kindness in Action with Wendy Huffman
In this inspiring episode of Visible Kindness, Ed Squire sits down with Wendy Huffman — a CEO, visionary solar advocate, speaker, coach, and founder of the nonprofit Let’s Make THE Difference. After the sudden death of her husband while mentoring teachers in Africa, Wendy made a personal vow to continue their mission of empowering others. Today, she’s turning that promise into a powerful movement — sponsoring over 1,800 refugees in Peace and Conflict Resolution training at the Kakuma Refugee Camp and helping underserved communities worldwide gain access to computers, internet, education, and job opportunities. 👉 Her next goal? Reach 100,000 people by the end of next year through grants, sponsorships, and kindness-driven leadership. 🎯 TOPICS WE COVER: ✅ Wendy’s journey from personal loss to global impact ✅ How Let’s Make THE Difference is transforming lives ✅ What kindness looks like in refugee settlements ✅ Her vision for scaling the movement across multiple camps ✅ How you can support or get involved CONNECT WITH WENDY: Website: Facebook: YouTube: X: 🔗 Learn more & support her nonprofit: 💌 Subscribe to Visible Kindness for more powerful interviews 🙏 If this episode moves you — like, comment, share, and spread the kindness CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 053: How to Systematically Find the Best Version of Yourself | SoFeya Joseph
05/17/2025
EP 053: How to Systematically Find the Best Version of Yourself | SoFeya Joseph
SoFeya helps people realize their true potential and purpose: Transform souls’ whispers into lives’ stories one sip of water at a time. Her organization called, i’MAGiNT LiFE is a unique method and tool of transformation. She tells us how she arrived at this solution after over 25 years of coaching skating and Masters Degree in Spiritual Psychology. She was obsessed with creating champions her entire life. After losing an Olympic Gold medal, she discovered the solution she knew was there, but didn’t know how to tap into it. i’MAGiNT LiFE was the answer she was seeking for her entire life! She defines it as a perfect solution to systematically lead people to the realization of their best selves in any field. Whether from being a young school kid to being the CEO of the largest corporation, SoFeya's i’MAGiNT LiFE can help realize their dreams. CONNECT WITH SOFEYA: Website: FaceBook: Instagram: YouTube: LinkedIn: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 052: How to Fix Marriage Problems...MEN!! | Raymond Kopakowski
05/14/2025
EP 052: How to Fix Marriage Problems...MEN!! | Raymond Kopakowski
Specializing in empowerment, Ray guides you to make the changes through his unique approach using his insights and empath abilities. He makes a connection with every client that allows him to get to the heart of issues which are not always apparent. There is never judgment, and Ray can always find a positive spin on any problem. Ray also uses humor to lighten the situation and keep his clients at ease. CONNECT WITH RAYMOND: Facebook: Website: X: Email: Phone: 602-487-4805 CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 051: Overcoming Traumatic and Unlocking Kindness, Hope, Direction, and Purpose | Roxy Hops
04/27/2025
EP 051: Overcoming Traumatic and Unlocking Kindness, Hope, Direction, and Purpose | Roxy Hops
Roxy has poured over a decade of dedicated experience in the personal growth field, having collaborated with the top mindfulness teachers and coaches since the age of 22. After enduring the hardest losses of her life (twice!), she immersed herself in the depths of neuroscience, NLP, and trauma psychology. Through these profound experiences, Roxy developed a unique and powerful framework helping people through their darkest moments. In her signature The Phoenix Protocol™ program she is sharing the most effective techniques for bouncing stronger in the aftermath of life's most difficult events (and what to avoid). Here's what this episode covers: What You’ll Learn: ✅ Roxy's traumatic background and how she healed and overcame ✅ How to move forward when you're feeling lost and unsure ✅ What to do when you're lacking hope, direction, and purpose ✅ Rebuild your life and find your new sense of self in the face of adversity ✅ How to Unlock a new level of healing and empowerment 00:00 - 06:07 Introduction 06:08 - 17:04 Roxy's background 17:05 - 25:38 A mental health center she's opening 25:39 - 31:51 Roxy's strengths that have built her career 31:52 - 36:48 Living our lives through challenges and helping others 36:49 - 41:00 Living your life with love and kindness 41:01 - 43:12 Ed talks about some of his past 43:13 - 51:52 Roxy's professional approach to helping others 51:53 - 53:00 Outro conversation CONNECT WITH ROXY: Facebook: Website: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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EP 050: From Lawyer to Felon to Free Man and TEDx Speaker | Paul Glover
04/13/2025
EP 050: From Lawyer to Felon to Free Man and TEDx Speaker | Paul Glover
In this episode Paul says, "I'm the No B.S. Executive Leadership Coach." He's, an approved Vistage Speaker on Leadership in the Post-Pandemic work environment, a TEDx Speaker, and author of WorkQuake™. Paul's story of being a "recovering trial lawyer", an ex-felon, and an unabashed Starbucks addict, will glue you to this exciting podcast episode. What You’ll Learn: ✅ What happens in our lives if our motivation is 'unhealthy.' ✅ The importance of focusing on others in your life. Not yourself. ✅ How to transform your life from the bottom to the top. ✅ What the hard truth about recovery is. ✅ The importance of support in the recovery process. 00:00 - 04:10 Introduction 04:11 - 08:41 How Paul ended in prison from being a lawyer. 08:42 - 11:48 How & what Paul learned to change his life. 11:49 - 13:33 The importance of support and support groups. 13:34 - 18:15 How his wife committed to him changing. 18:16 - 20:17 Ed and Paul share similar 'wife experiences.' 20:18 - 23:55 How his life was about himself and not others. 23:56 - 26:39 Pauls talks about his book, "WorkQuake". 26:40 - 28:53 Pauls life after prison became Executive Coaching. 28:54 - 31:44 The process of recovery. 31:45 - 36:32 Outro conversation. CONNECT WITH PAUL: Website: Facebook: X: LinkedIn: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WorkQuakeBook CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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Finding Common Ground in Todays Polarization | Michael Schweiger
04/10/2025
Finding Common Ground in Todays Polarization | Michael Schweiger
Michael is the founder of "Restore to Life Counseling" with the mission of helping others achieve freedom and healing and experience a restored life. He believes that throughout our journey in life, we all experience negative beliefs and emotions that impact how we view ourselves, others, and everyday life. His goal is to help clients identify and replace negative thinking patterns with life giving beliefs to reach new levels of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health. ON THIS EPISODE: ✅ As a Christian counselor, is Jesus necessary in his practice? ✅ How Michael got started as a Christian conselor and how he started his business. ✅ How to trust God in your journey. ✅ How he helps Christians and non-Christians in their journey to healing. ✅ Michaels powerful answer to kindness needed in today's culture. - Introduction - How or should Jesus be talked about in counseling services. - How we can be kind to ourselves and how Jesus set the example. - How Michael got started as a counselor. - Michaels step of faith trusting God to start "Restore to Life Counseling". - Ed asks him where he's taking his company. - How Michael helps people in their journey to healing. - Ed asks what act of kindness do we need in our culture. - Michaeal explains takeaways so listeners can benefit from him. - Outro conversation. CONNECT WITH MICHAEL: Website: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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Taking Control of Your Life and Your Children's by the Way You (and they) Think | Renee Vee
04/04/2025
Taking Control of Your Life and Your Children's by the Way You (and they) Think | Renee Vee
In this episode THIS IS POWERFUL EPISODE FOR LEARNING HOW TO EMPOWER YOURSELF AND YOUR CHILDREN! On this episode Renee shares how she became a visionary that lead the charge in transforming the lives of individuals and families through groundbreaking mindset education programs. With a focus on building resiliency, boosting confidence, and strengthening relationships, her work has become a powerful catalyst for positive change. Renee Veel is passionate mother of two and a seasoned Speech-Language Pathologist with over 23 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to empowering individuals to realize their full potential. She's also a public speaker, published author, and conference host, known for sharing her profound expertise in communication, confidence-building, and emotional empowerment. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: ✅ How the brain functions consciously and sub-consciously. ✅ How the brain affects children as they grow. ✅ How our mind works and can change our lives. ✅ What Renee's "Edge Academy" is all about. ✅ How important it is to be grateful one moment at a time - Introduction - Why everything is a choice. - A deep dive into Renee's journey. - How the covid pandemic changed her life and direction. - How the brain functions consciously and sub-consciously. - How the brain affect children as they grow. - Raising awareness in how our mind works can change our lives. - Renee talks about "The Edge Academy" she's been building. - Ed's brain surgery and challenges. How Renee's insight helps his recovery. - Ed and Renee talk about how important it is to be grateful one moment at a time. - Ed and Renee talk about how and why so many people are unkind in today's culture. - Outro CONNECT WITH RENEE: LinkedIN: Instagram: Facebook: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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Kindness That Makes a Difference More Than Social Media | Mary Boza Crimmins
03/31/2025
Kindness That Makes a Difference More Than Social Media | Mary Boza Crimmins
Mary Boza Crimmins is a businesswoman, writer, researcher, organizer, and teacher. In this episode, Mary and Ed talk about differences in today’s educational system compared to when they were in school. She shares what it was like being a teacher for 28 years and how much she enjoyed helping people achieve their goals. Mary said, “One of the biggest similarities between teaching middle school and my current profession as a writer, editor and researcher is the opportunity to interact with interesting, engaging people.” Today she has a company called “Crimmins Communications” that helps organizations and individuals with writing, editing, research and creating courses. WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE IN A KINDNESS CONVERSATION: ✅ The differences in today’s educational system compared to when we were in school. ✅ What her company, “Crimmins Communications” does. ✅ What “Life’s Moments & Seasons: A Guided Autobiography Course” is all about. ✅ How kindness makes a difference in her life using “Pay it forward”. ✅ Why ‘kindness’ is a whole different level than being ‘nice’. ✅ How to dispel “stereotype social media” kindness. CONNECT WITH MARY BOZA: Website: LinkedIN: Instagram: Book: Taking the Holy Spirit to Work on Amazon: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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What Is The Unspoken Truth? | Lisa Zarcone
03/28/2025
What Is The Unspoken Truth? | Lisa Zarcone
In this episode Lisa Zarcone talks about her powerful book realeased on October 2016 entitled "The Unspoken Truth - A Memoir." Her book is a powerful story of the trauma and abuse she suffered as a young child that's written from the perspective of being a young girl. This set her on a journey to became a public speaker and Advocate - Keynote Speaker. Lisa is a wife, mother, grandmother who also Blogs on the side. She's also a Social Media Influencer, and a child & mental health advocate as a representative of the "MA National Ambassador for Naasca." She offers hope, inspiration and motivation daily and can be found on many podcasts' interviews, TV and radio, as well as workshops/presentations. She’s also a prolific poet! She says, “Poetry is a window into our soul.” ============================== What You’ll Learn and Hear: ✅ What Lisa wrote about in her book, "The Unspoken Truth. ✅ Lisa reads from hear book. ✅ The kindness challenges we face in today's culture. ✅ Ed and Lisa share acts of kindness in their daily lives. ✅ Lisa answers Ed's kindness question. 00:00 - 09:44 Introduction and involvement 09:45 - 17:33 Lisa's book, "The Unspoken Truth" 17:34 - 21:30 Ed asks Lisa to read from her book 21:31 - 24:00 Lisa's next writing projects 23:01 - 27:23 Lisa's grendson Liam with autism 27:24 - 32:22 Conversation about the stresses of todays culture 32:23 - 34:15 Ed comments on his act of kindness in public 34:16 - 37:42 Ed ask Lisa a kindness question 37:43 - 42:00 Discussion about lack of kindness today 43:16 - 43:17 Closing comments CONNECT WITH LISA: Website: Instagram: Facebook: TikTok: LinkedIN: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: TikTok: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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From Stress to TEDx Speaker to Women Entrepreneurs I Tia Cristy
03/24/2025
From Stress to TEDx Speaker to Women Entrepreneurs I Tia Cristy
Tia Cristy is a lifestyle editor, tips expert, CEO, speaker, award-winning blogger and entrepreneur. Tia spent much of her career in radio and was voted one of the top seven female voices in the country. In this episode, Tia explores breaks down the key elements of what causes stress in our lives and practical steps on how to deal with stress. She also provides key *steps to downgrade or eliminate stress and what the difference is The Frazzler or The Silent Stressor. In this episode, we explore how our experiences in life go in phases. We also discuss how our dreams can guide and direct us and how can we use kindness in our daily lives to make a difference in others and ourselves. What You’ll Learn: ✅ What brings stress into our lives. ✅ Practical methods to lower stress. ✅ Tips for finding your ‘authentic self. ✅ The difference between ’The Frazzler or The Silent Stressor’. ✅ How can other women take the entrepreneurial path? CONNECT WITH TIA: Website: YouTube: Twitter: Linkedin: Email: tipsfromtia@gmail.com TedX: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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Finding Yourself and Helping Others in the Game of Life | Indigo Brown
03/21/2025
Finding Yourself and Helping Others in the Game of Life | Indigo Brown
Indigo Brown is an acclaimed author, certified Interactive lifestyle coach, NFP, TV/Radio personality, ordained minister, and intuitive psychic. Indigo is passionate about empowering individuals to overcome obstacles, embrace their potential, and create a thriving, purposeful life. In this episode, we explore how our experiences in life go in phases. We also discuss how our dreams can guide and direct us and how can we use kindness in our daily lives to make a difference in others and ourselves. What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why your life happens in phases. ✅ What purpose do dreams have? ✅ How to understand what you dream. ✅ How to help others in the 'Game of Life' ✅ How to be kind to others when we're all different CONNECT WITH INDIGO: LinkedIn: Website: Instagram: Facebook: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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How to Be Kind to Yourself Without Shame and Limiting Belief | Elysia Buss
03/19/2025
How to Be Kind to Yourself Without Shame and Limiting Belief | Elysia Buss
Elysia Buss is the founder of Global Resources for Men and is a Transformational Confidence Coach. On this episode she says, "Kindness and grace are free and take only but a moment." We need to be aware of others and what they're receptive for so we know how we can give them a moment of kindness that makes a difference in their day or in their life." Elysia has been advocating for men since August of 2020 and is a transformative confidence coach who helps take powerhouses from fear and anxiety to confidence and joy. She says that she helps "People who have experienced mastery in one aspect of life, but finds themselves hiding behind their success, while also feeling empty at the same time." Her no-nonsense approach to "If you every want to to the work? Are your ready for it?" Elysia has a unique strength of helping men in their present and in their future. When people struggle with boundaries, emotional regulation, and talking to people in real life, she tells people all the time that kindness is free and she does her best to model kindness where ever she goes. She says, "It's so important that people feel seen, heard, respected, understood and cared for from an authentic space." And she loves to engage people in a state of play, especially as adults. CONNECT WITH ELYSIA: Website: Instagram: YouTube: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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How I Chose NOT to be a Victim! | TJ Hayes
03/15/2025
How I Chose NOT to be a Victim! | TJ Hayes
What is Soul Hygiene? Soul Hygiene refers to the ongoing practice of nurturing, and maintaining a healthy, balanced state of mind, body, and spirit. On this episode, TJ boldy shares her story about what she has dealt with in her emotional and spiritual life that took her from the bottom where trauma, suicide, and depression overwhelmed her to becoming a healed woman by the power of Jesus Christ. TJ describes Soul Hygiene as a progress that involves engaging in activities and practices that promote self-care, self-reflection, and spiritual growth, such as meditation, mindfulness, creative expression, and cultivating positive relationships. By taking care of one soul, we're become able to accept responsibility and learn to be accountable for our actions. At the same time, we'll strengthen our resilience, enhance our well-being, and experience a greater sense of inner peace and joy, using all the tools within us, to not just survive life, but to Live it. The bottom line is we must learn and grow every day, and the only way we can do this is to face our trauma and make the choice to NOT be a Victim or remain one. It is never too late! We are Warriors, not just survivors. Soul Hygiene a Brand-Movement CONNECT WITH TJ: LinkedIn: Website: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: CONNECT WITH ED: Website: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: X: Threads:
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