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Our Future is Kind PodcastEveryone is Needed | Dr. Alison Thompson on Volunteering Without FearIn this episode, we feature Dr. Alison Thompson, a full-time global humanitarian and founder of Third Wave Volunteers. She shares her remarkable journey from Wall Street and filmmaking to disaster zones around the world. What began as a response to 9/11 became a lifelong mission: to bring light—literally and figuratively—to areas affected by crisis. With warmth and urgency, Dr. Thompson urges listeners to take action, however small, to contribute to a kinder, more connected future. No skills required. Everyone’s needed. Join, follow, and connect with Dr. Thompson and Third Wave Volunteers: https...
2025-08-0134 min
Alison Answers #MissionAwakeTransforming Trauma and Building Self-Worth with Allie Silver-ThompsonWhat if the smallest steps could reshape your world? Join us on Allison Answers as we promise to revolutionize your perception of life control through the art of baby steps. Meet Allie Silver Thompson, my esteemed colleague at Lager Counseling Services, and a dedicated therapist with a deeply personal mission. Inspired by her grandmother's tragic experience, Allie shares her journey into therapy, driven by a desire to spare others from similar heartache. Together, we pull back the curtain on common misconceptions about therapists and celebrate the profound changes that compassionate care can foster.Our conversation takes a...
2025-04-1058 min
Soul & Soma TalkAlison Wheeler Business Coach & MentorAre you currently in business and want better results? Or maybe you have just started a business and are not sure what to do next? Today's episode is for you. In this episode I chat with Alison Wheeler.A High Performance Business Coach and MentorHelping business owners increase revenueNo1 Amazon Best Selling AuthorWorldwide SpeakerBusiness Owner at 10x Business CoachMFA Figure Classic ProSome questions I asked Alison in this episode are:How important do you believe self care is for business owners, particularly when talking about sustaining long term success?What role does mindset play in...
2024-05-0656 min
This Is The North008: Guy Renner-Thompson (Conservative Mayoral Candidate)Welcome to ‘This Is The North’ Podcast, your source of transformative conversations. An intentional challenge to the systems holding back the North of England. Hosted by Alison Dunn, an award-winning charity chief executive and former solicitor. This podcast is supported by Society Matters Community Interest Company and is dedicated to curating and sharing knowledge, powering the change we need from a more equal and inclusive society.In today's episode, Alison is joined by Northumberland County Councillor and Portfolio Holder for Children’s Services, Guy Renner-Thompson. Guy is also the Conservative Party Candidate for the North East Mayora...
2024-04-1539 min
The Best of YouEpisode 74: The Neurobiology of Hope and How to Find Hope in Hard Times with Dr. Curt ThompsonI am so thrilled to have my friend, Dr. Curt Thompson, on the podcast today. I have been deeply transformed by Curt’s work, and in today's conversation, Curt breathes fresh life into a topic that is too easily tossed around and oversimplified—Hope.We take a deep dive into the intricacies of hope from a neurobiological, relational, and spiritual perspective. It's a must listen for anyone going through hard times.Here's what we unpack in our conversation:* What's happening inside our brains when we hope? (11:59)* Steps you can take in dail...
2023-10-1444 min
Say It Skillfully®Say It Skillfully® Our Voices – Alison Thompson, Love in ActionSay It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. Episode 197 is the 39th monthly feature of “Our Voices,” intended to accelerate social change that levels the playing field—helping everyone live to their full potential. The aim is for you to see a bit of yourself in these journeys, and embrace—we’re more similar than not. In this episode, Molly is joined by global humanitarian volunteer, Alison Thompson, whose journey inspires us to serve our com...
2023-09-1257 min
The Best of YouEpisode 58: Friends on Friendship—How to Find Friends Who Bring out the Best of You with Dr. Curt Thompson, Amy Cella, and Pepper SweeneyI'm so excited to announce our brand-new series, "Friends on Friendships"! Join us over the next 5 weeks as we learn together how to forge transformative, healing, and life-giving friendships. We are kicking things off with an incredible conversation with Dr. Curt Thompson, Amy Cella, and Pepper Sweeney, who are real life friends and hosts of The Being Known Podcast. We laughed so much during this episode, and at least 2 of us also cried 🙈 . You don't want to miss all the gems about friendship throughout this conversation. Here’s what we cover: 1. Why friendship is a...
2023-06-151h 01
The Empowered Performance for Curlers PodcastEpisode 48: Sassy Hips and Energy Leaks for both Runners and Curlers with Alison MarieIn today’s episode Alison Marie, PhD and I go into detail about how and why the organization of our internal organs can and will influence how well we move. Alison shares her learnings as an athlete, personal trainer, engineer and running coach. We dive into what the typical asymmetry looks like, how it might influence your movement, and most importantly, how it might affect your technique as a runner and a curler. Do you catch yourself doing the “sassy hip” and need some help balancing out those ‘twisted hips’? Alison provides her...
2023-03-171h 18
WHAT I'VE LEARNTWhat I've Learnt - Dr Alison Thompson OAM (2023)From the recent battlefields of Ukraine to the refugee camps of Greece and Syria, Dr. Alison Thompson has spent more than two decades helping those when they need it the most.And as the tragedy in Turkey unfolds with more than 20,000 deaths and thousands more impacted by the devastating earthquake Dr Alison’s team is on the ground to assist providing much needed resources to save lives . This is her gift a tribe of global volunteers that can be activated whenever and whenever crisis strikes. From her early life as a high sch...
2023-02-1331 min
WHAT I'VE LEARNTWhat I've Learnt - Dr Alison Thompson OAMDr Alison Thompson OAM When the planes flew into the twin towers in New York City on September 11 2001, rather than lock her doors and stay inside, Dr. Alison Thompson packed a backpack with medical supplies, put on her rollerblades and skated into ground zero as a first responder. It was at this tragedy that Dr. Thompson realized her true calling – to be at the wrong place at the right time and do something. She has just been one of the first Australians Awarded the American Presidential award. The Australian paramedic receives US pres...
2022-12-1247 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Alison Ver HalenDoes this sound like you?
You feel stuck trying to figure out how to get started with content marketing, or how to improve your existing efforts. If so, then this conversation with Alison Ver Halen is dedicated to solving that for you.
Alison is a content marketer, SEO strategist, speaker and author whose mission is to demystify the world of online marketing. After getting the perfect degree for content marketing (by majoring in English and Psychology), Alison started writing blog posts for a law firm, which she used to la...
2022-09-2118 min
Talent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Joe Thompson from Booz Allen HamiltonWelcome to a milestone edition of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
That's right - by hook or by crook, we've hit our 20th episode.
And what a cracker it is.
In this one, me - Alan Walker - and, of course, Alison Ettridge of Stratigens and Toby Culshaw of Amazon - co-hosted an episode where we spoke to Joe Thompson of Booz Allen Hamilton.
First up in the world of Talent Intelligence, PRO Unlimited, an integrated workforce management platform provider, introduced Total Talent Intelligence, a solution providing organisations with real-time data...
2022-09-121h 12
The Boat Princess PodcastPrincess at home in Plymouth with Alison Thompson from Princess YachtsIn this episode I travelled to Plymouth for a VIP tour of Princess Yachts, where I spoke to Alison Thompson, the Head of Learning and Development. Alison has such a deep passion in developing the skills and supporting the career paths of those people responsible for building Princess Yachts, and she shares it with me in this episode.
Princess Yachts is a family business with a proud history of quality marine vessels and talented staff. Alison, a mother of three, has taken on the challenges life dishes up and combined her love of learning and the Boating Ind...
2022-07-0937 minThe Boat Princess PodcastPrincess at home in Plymouth with Alison Thompson from Princess YachtsIn this episode I travelled to Plymouth for a VIP tour of Princess Yachts, where I spoke to Alison Thompson, the Head of Learning and Development. Alison has such a deep passion in developing the skills and supporting the career paths of those people responsible for building Princess Yachts, and she shares it with me in this episode.
Princess Yachts is a family business with a proud history of quality marine vessels and talented staff. Alison, a mother of three, has taken on the challenges life dishes up and combined her love of learning and the Boating Ind...
2022-07-0937 min
Conversations with AuthorsSean Armstrong: Disabled British Author of YA Science FictionWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
In this episode I meet British sci-fi author Sean Armstrong. Sean publishes under the penname STL Armstrong and his first book, “The Green Girl and the Serum”, is the first in a series of six YA science fiction novels. Sean has mild cerebral palsy and learning difficulties but it hasn't had any bearing on his ability as a writer and he is proof that anyone can achie...
2022-06-0219 min
Conversations with AuthorsBeth Hildenbrand: mother, grandmother, poet and horror fantasy authorWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
In this episode I meet Beth Hildenbrand, a mother, grandmother, home educator and author living in Pennsylvania, USA. Beth is the author of “Cain the Heretic Son” and “Heretic Faith”, the first two books in a dark horror fantasy trilogy. She’s also a poet with two books of her work published, and she runs her own community for authors, Buy The Author (such a clever name!). ...
2022-05-1929 min
Conversations with AuthorsJim James, curator of "The UnNoticed Entrepreneur"Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Jim James, an entrepreneur who started his first company in Singapore at the age of 28 and has since opened offices in China, India and the UK. He’s now back living in the UK where he hosts “The UnNoticed Show,” a public relations podcast for entrepreneurs. From the interviews he conducts for his podcast, he found the content for his first book, “The U...
2022-04-2139 min
Conversations with AuthorsLawrence Bradby: project-inspired art booksWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they can offer other aspiring writers.
My guest today is Lawrence Bradby, a British author living in Portugal who I first met when we were both paddle boarding on the Rio Alva last summer! Lawrence has collaborated on two very unusual books: The Day of the Duck, with artist Helen Stratford, and How to Play with MK, which Lawrence wrote jointly with his wife and children during a two-year residency as artis...
2022-04-1443 min
Conversations with AuthorsAlanna Irving, first-time novelist, "Abolish the Rose"Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
Today I have a chat with Alanna Irving, a British author currently living in Barcelona. While Alanna has been writing all her life, her first published novel “Abolish the Rose” is out on 10th April 2022 through Atmosphere Press.
Atmosphere Press specialise in partnership publishing and in the podcast we talk about why Alanna chose that method over self-publishing. We also discuss how social media and blog t...
2022-03-3121 min
Conversations with AuthorsBobby Nash, multi-genre author - book marketing specialWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
Today there’s a welcome return for Bobby Nash, an award-winning author of novels, comic books, short stories, screenplays, and more across a range of genres including crime, action and thrillers. Bobby has over 150 writing credits to his name, and he provides a fascinating insight into the life of a full-time writer.
We talk a lot about marketing in this episode, and Bobby has some grea...
2022-03-171h 06
Conversations with AuthorsS3: Victoria Fulton and Faith McClaren, YA authors of "Horror Hotel"Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
Today we are travelling to sunny California to meet best friends Victoria Fulton and Faith McClaren. The duo met at an online writing workshop, became best friends, wrote a rom com together on the writing website WattPad and have now co-authored and published their first book together, the Young Adult novel “Horror Hotel”.
Our conversation includes the pros and cons of a publishing contract...
2022-03-0339 min
Conversations with AuthorsJohn Leister: A serial novelist following his blissWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
I am so thrilled that this podcast seems to have gone international! Two weeks ago my guest was in Scotland, last week they were in the US of A and today we are heading to Vancouver, Canada! Because my guest today is John Leister, who has more than fifty books to his name, including the “Lee Hacklyn, Private Investigator” series, the “Urban Tiger” series and two standalon...
2022-02-1758 min
Conversations with AuthorsAnntricia Bray Smith: mentor, speaker, entrepreneur and authorWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Anntricia Bray Smith, a professional mentor, speaker, entrepreneur and author. Anntricia has several books to her name including “Recreating A Better Me”, “Struggling to Forgive” and “Financial Education Simplified”.
During our conversation we discuss legacies and how writing a book is a continuation of the age-old tradition of stories being passed on from generation to generation. We also explore what writing teaches us...
2022-02-1022 min
Anntricia BrayAnntricia talks about the importance of writing with Alison Thompson, The Proof FairyThis is a collaboration interview with Alison Thompson, The Proof Fairy. Alison interviews authors to generate tips and ideas for new and aspiring authors. In this interview you will Anntricia will share her writing journey, share her tips for new and seasoned authors, and more.
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2022-02-0423 min
Conversations with AuthorsJames Jenkins: Gritty noir fiction authorWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is James Jenkins, a Suffolk-based writer of gritty noir fiction. James has had over a dozen short stories published in magazines, collections and anthologies and has now secured a publishing contract for his first novel, Parochial Pigs, which came out in January 2022.
During our conversation James explains how he went about finding a publisher and we discuss why short stories are a gre...
2022-02-0330 min
Conversations with AuthorsKath Parrington: The soul of a writer, the head of an accountantWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Kath Parrington, who combined a corporate career in finance with a lifelong love of words to write her first book. “The REAL Business Plan” is a simple, no nonsense guide to writing a business plan that takes out all the angst and complication and makes it a straightforward process.
During our conversation we talk about the process of turning a process in...
2022-01-2742 min
Conversations with AuthorsTeri M Brown: From North Carolina to the Ukraine...Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Teri M Brown, a business content writer and author who was born in Greece but now lives in North Carolina. Teri has been writing since childhood and turned her hobby into a career, but the stories inside her have always wanted to be told, and she is now just about to publish her first novel, “Sunflowers Beneath the Snow”.
During our convers...
2022-01-2030 min
Conversations with AuthorsAndrew Culture: musician, podcaster and (romantic) novelistWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Andrew Culture, an author, podcaster and musician. As well as having several collections of short stories to his name, Andrew is also the author of a romantic novel, “Getting It”, and is currently writing his second full novel, which he is pre-publishing in a very unusual way.
During our conversation we talk about how romantic fiction works despite being formulaic, namecheck s...
2022-01-1346 min
Conversations with AuthorsKaren Williams, The Book MentorWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Karen Williams, a coach, speaker and the book mentor at Librotas, who has worked with hundreds of people to help them share their stories. Karen is also the author of eight books to date, including “Book Marketing Made Simple”, “Your Book is the Hook”, and her autobiography “The Mouse That Roars”.
During our conversation we talk about why setting goals and planning conten...
2022-01-0626 min
Conversations with AuthorsIan Peterman on "Conscious Design"Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Ian Peterman, founder and CEO of the Peterman Design Firm. Ian has over 15 years of experience in designing, developing and launching products in many sectors and he has developed what he calls Conscious Design, an approach to design that improves and enriches other classic design methods. His book “Conscious Design” was published in October 2021.
During our conversation I find out how the st...
2021-12-1625 min
Conversations with AuthorsHelen Dewdney, The Complaining Cow - From Blogger to Best-selling AuthorWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Helen Dewdney, better known as The Complaining Cow. Helen is a consumer champion, journalist, blogger, consultant and best-selling author, with her books How to Complain: The Essential Consumer Guide to Getting Refunds, Redress and Results! and 101 Habits of an Effective Complainer. Helen is a regular on TV and radio and all over the printed media, so it’s a real privilege to chat...
2021-12-0939 min
Conversations with AuthorsMark Kennedy: Don't Get Your Neck Tattooed, and other stories...Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Mark Kennedy, a motivational speaker, business owner and author who, together with his wife Jules, has written several books including the memorably titled Don't Get Your Neck Tattooed, a Z-A guide to life for young people, and What The Hell Just Happened? about how they overcame some serious life challenges.
During our conversation we talk about writing without a plan, using y...
2021-12-0245 min
Conversations with AuthorsDr Carol Samuel: The Tenacious StudentWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
In this episode I meet Dr Carol Samuel, a reflexology practitioner and speaker whose first book The Tenacious Student: Non-academic to PhD was published in August 2021. The book explores Carol’s journey to gaining a PhD with no previous academic experience, and also offers an insight into her scientific research into reflexology and pain management.
During our conversation we talk about how useful writing...
2021-11-2527 min
Conversations with AuthorsYakov Smart: Expert Authority and Business GrowthWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
In this episode I’m heading across the Atlantic to meet Yakov Smart, an author, speaker, trainer and leading authority on digital marketing. Yakov was only 23 when he wrote his second book Disrupting LinkedIn and it has played a major role in catapulting his business to a six-figure income.
During our conversation we discuss using books to leverage business opportunities and how becoming an author m...
2021-11-1824 min
Conversations with AuthorsSheryl Andrews on Writing Your LegacyWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Sheryl Andrews: personal performance and relationship coach, motivational speaker and the author of Manage your Critic – From Overwhelm to Clarity in 7 Steps.
During our conversation we talk about asking for help, leaving a legacy and speaking your truth – whether that’s to help yourself or help others. We also explore breaking big ideas down into manageable chunks and the pros and cons...
2021-11-1148 min
Conversations with AuthorsAshley Wong and Alan Walton, property investors: writing what you knowWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guests on the show today are Ashley Wong and Alan Walton. Ashley and Alan both work in the financial services industry and have been property investors since 2009. Alongside working full time jobs, they have recently found the time to write and publish their first book Choose the Right Letting Agent: A Property Investor’s Guide
During our conversation we talk about lockdown writing and using a c...
2021-11-0429 min
Conversations with AuthorsConversations with Authors: Alison Thompson, The Proof FairyWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is… well, this one is a bit different, because to kick off Series 3 the guest is me! The wonderful Duncan Price of Mind Affinity is the host of the show for one week only, and we chat about my first book The Boy From Hell: Life with a child with ADHD, and my new book What’s Your Story: How to take your non-f...
2021-10-2838 min
Conversations with AuthorsAsh J. Farraway: poetic Letters to Santa by a Christmas enthusiastWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Ash J Farraway, Christmas enthusiast and author of a collection of poems called Letters to Santa.
During our conversation we talk about managing the internal editor, how to use writing as an escape from life and the magic of Christmas. We also exchange notes on the thrill of holding your book for the first time.
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2021-09-2323 min
Conversations with AuthorsPaul Newton: Magician, Mind Reader and MentalTheftWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Paul Newton, a magician, mind reader and the author of MentalTheft. Paul started out as a magician, providing entertainment at weddings and corporate events but now he uses his skills to help people and companies defeat scammers.
During our conversation we talk about using crowdfunding to finance a book, proofreading problems, personal branding and how to structure your content. Paul also talks abo...
2021-09-1659 min
WomenKind CollectiveWhy we should talk about Suicide, with Pete’s Dragons Charity founder Alison JordanIn this week’s podcast Jinty and Lou meet Alison Jordan, the founder of Pete’s Dragons a charity that helps families through suicide bereavement, we hear her inspiring story of how family tragedy turned into a charity. Jinty has a question on hair loss and the Women’s Aid 1.6 challenge is underway we hear how the Collective are getting on. The Book Collective are reading Fern Riddell’s Sex Lessons From History and we talk masturbation, fanning and farting! Oooh cheeky! As it’s Suicide Prevention day on September 10th we talk to a phenomenal woman who turned tragedy into a cha...
2021-09-1254 min
Conversations with AuthorsKeith Blakemore-Noble, the UK’s #1 Fear StrategistWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is award-winning international speaker, bestselling author, and the UK’s #1 Fear Strategist Keith Blakemore-Noble. Keith is the author of five books including his latest, The Masks We Wear, which was written and published during the 2020 pandemic (though the masks it talks about bear no relation to PPE!).
In our conversation Keith tells me about the trials and tribulations of putting together...
2021-09-091h 05
Conversations with AuthorsPascale Lutz: author, medium and expert on following your intuitionWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Pascale Lutz. Pascale is a beauty therapist, jeweller, medium and author and her second book Trust Me. Follow Me. Sincerely, Your Intuition came out earlier this year.
In our conversation we talk about being your authentic self and following your intuition, and Pascale explains how her first book led to another … and could lead to three more!
More A...
2021-09-0232 min
Conversations with AuthorsAngie Simmons, creator of a mental wellness journalWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Angie Simmons. Angie is a qualified coach and mental wellness mentor, founder of The Growth Development Foundation and author of How Am I Feeling Today? which is a year-long undated journal that's backed by neuroscience to help re-wire the brain.
In our conversation Angie tells me how her journal came about from her needing a way to work through an emo...
2021-08-2630 min
Conversations with AuthorsAnika Goyal: author, podcaster and just 13 years old!Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today – the youngest guest I’ve ever had on my show! – is Anika Goyal, who is just 13. Anika is an author and podcaster and her first book Mixed Bowl of Stories was published when she was only 11!
In our conversation Anika explains how she uses vision boards to inspire her imagination and why she is looking for an agent for the two novels s...
2021-08-1926 min
Conversations with AuthorsDavid M. Somerfleck: Digital Marketing ExpertWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is David M Somerfleck. David is a digital marketing specialist with over 20 years' experience working for marketing agencies. He is the author of The Road to Digital Marketing Profits and The Illustrated Guide to Digital Marketing. He also presents his own podcast, The David Somerfleck Podcast, where he and his guests discuss digital marketing and business culture and innovation.
In our conver...
2021-08-1243 min
Conversations with AuthorsSusan J Walklate: Radical Home EducationWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Susan J Walklate. Susan home educated her son, Simon, and writes about her experience, and the experiences of four other home-educating families in her book Radical Home Education: Discover Home Education Through the True Accounts of Five Families. She’s also creating a course to offer advice and support to families who are curious about or new to home educating.
In o...
2021-08-0536 min
Conversations with AuthorsDr Rebekah Louisa Smith: The Film Festival Doctor who is Born To Do It!Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Dr Rebekah Louisa Smith. Since 2009 Rebekah has worked in the film industry where she has positioned herself as The Film Festival Doctor. Her first book Born to Do It: Becoming the Leader of a Business Niche Using Powerful Spiritual Techniques, aimed at entrepreneurs wanting to start and grow niche businesses, came out in October 2020.
In our conversation Rebekah tells me how...
2021-07-2925 min
Conversations with AuthorsB.P. Shields: retelling Chinese classics for the western readerWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is B. P. Shields. Brendan has been writing for pleasure all his life but it took a trip to China to inspire him to write his first book – in fact three books – the Rise of the Three Kingdoms trilogy, which is a modern retelling of the 16th century Chinese classic Romance of the Three Kingdoms.
In our conversation Brendan tells me why he w...
2021-07-2256 min
Conversations with AuthorsAngela Atkinson: blogger, author and Born Again SwindonianWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Angela Atkinson, an author turned blogger and lover of all things Swindonian! Angela is the author of four books based on Swindon buildings and history: Secret Swindon, Swindon in 50 Buildings, Swindon: A Born Again Swindonian’s Guide, and a biography of the painter and muralist Ken White.
In our conversation she tells me how her ambition to do an English Literature O Level l...
2021-07-1529 min
Conversations with AuthorsBrian Finney: English Literature professor, novelist and non-fiction authorWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Brian Finney, an English literature professor and author of seven books, including literary critique, fiction and a treatise on the effects of 9/11 on American society. His latest novel Dangerous Conjectures came out in March 2021. Set in the early days of the Covid pandemic, it explores the rise of conspiracy theories and how they affect relationships.
In our conversation I find out how Bri...
2021-07-0828 min
Conversations with AuthorsMitali Deypurkaystha, writing coach and author of "The Freedom Master Plan"Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Mitali Deypurkaystha, a journalist turned business book coach and author of The Freedom Master Plan. Mitali specialises in teaching business owners how to write books that build expert authority and it was lovely to talk to a fellow book coach about the process of writing.
We also talk about planning, publishing and knowing your end goal, and Mitali shares some of...
2021-07-0153 min
Conversations with AuthorsChristine Hancock: historical novelist, author of The Byrhtnoth ChroniclesWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Christine Hancock, a historical novelist and author of The Byrhtnoth Chronicles, a series of books set in tenth century England. Christine wrote her first book, Bright Sword, by accident – listen to the episode to find out how, and why she’s now on book number five!
We talk about the pros and cons of self-publishing, how real historical figures can become...
2021-06-2424 min
Conversations with AuthorsEllen Watts: Cosmic Ordering, or How writing a book led to two new businessesMy guest today is Ellen Watts, an award-winning author, coach, trainer, publisher and expert in cosmic ordering. Ellen is a long time friend and client of mine, and in our chat I found out the story behind how her book Cosmic Ordering Made Easier led to not one but two new businesses.
We also talk about how the fear of writing can lead to procrastination and Ellen has some great ideas on how to overcome it.
More About Ellen Watts
Ellen Watts is an award-winning coach, trainer, speaker and author. She’s also an expert in cosmic order...
2021-06-1740 min
Conversations with AuthorsBobby Nash: award-winning multi-genre full-time authorWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspires them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Bobby Nash, an award-winning author of novels, comic books, short stories, screenplays, and more across a range of genres including crime, action and thrillers. Bobby has over 150 writing credits to his name, and he provides a fascinating insight into the life of a full-time writer.
In our conversation Bobby talks about the perks of writing crime novels and how to let your...
2021-06-101h 03
Conversations with AuthorsNicola Hebron: Wiccan Romance and magical teenage quadsWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Nicola Hebron, author of the Wiccan Romance series of books, which follows the adventures of quads Amelia, Sam, Ben and Charlie who, on their 17th birthday, discover they have magical powers.
In our conversation Nicola talks about method writing, the benefits of self-publishing and how learning about herself through writing gets her through challenging times. She also gives a shout out to the...
2021-06-0327 min
Conversations with AuthorsPeter Jones: Self-help guru, public speaker and humorous novelistWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Peter Jones - no, not the Dragon, but the author of three novels and five self help books on being happy, finding love and losing weight.
Peter was the first guest when I initially launched my podcast back in 2014 and we catch up on what's he's been up to, the different ways he tackles writing fiction and non-fiction, and why his wall i...
2021-05-2749 min
Conversations with AuthorsLisa Cherry: The experience of children in careWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Lisa Cherry. Lisa's writing journey has taken her from blogging to authoring to becoming an international speaker and trainer specialising in trauma, recovery and resilience for vulnerable children, young people and their families. She is the author of four books, including The Brightness of Stars and her new book Conversations that make a difference for children and young people, which both deal...
2021-05-1342 min
Conversations with AuthorsRoger Edwards: Cats, Mats and Marketing PlansWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Roger Edwards. Roger is an international speaker and marketing consultant who helps smaller companies to use digital marketing to grow their businesses. His first book, Cats, Mats and Marketing Plans: How to build a simple marketing strategy and avoid complexity as your business grows was published during the 2020 pandemic and does exactly what the subtitle suggests.
In our conversation, Roge...
2021-05-0633 min
Conversations with AuthorsJ.A Lovelock: Let Me Tell You Something!Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Joyanna Lovelock, a lawyer working in legal education who also masquerades under the pen name J.A. Lovelock. Her first book, "Let Me Tell You Something" came out in 2019.
In our conversation Joyanna explains how the universe played a part in her writing, tells me about some of the fun things that have happened as a result of publishing her...
2021-04-2924 min
Conversations with AuthorsGordon Frederick Coggon: a nuclear test veteran's storyWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Gordon Frederick Coggon, author of The Life of a Yorkshire Lad, which came out in December 2020. Gordon's book is the story of his life, from growing up in a small Yorkshire village to the present day, and includes a detailed account of his time in the RAF on Christmas Island in the 1950s, when he witnessed some of the UK Government's nucl...
2021-04-2230 min
Conversations with AuthorsDr Harry Singh, facial aesthetics practitioner: Using books to leverage your businessWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
My guest today is Dr Harry Singh, author of five books including two on financial and property investment for dentists, two on facial aesthetics for practitioners, and a patient's guide to aesthetics.
In our conversation Harry talks about how he manages to write each book in just a few weeks, and why his books have become very effective business cards.
More About...
2021-04-1526 min
Conversations with AuthorsLindsay Woodward: Love stories with a sci-fi or supernatural twistWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
Today’s guest is Lindsay Woodward. Lindsay writes love stories with a sci-fi or supernatural twist. Her novels all have romance at their heart but with a sprinkling of something weird thrown into the mix. She currently has seven published novels with her eighth book coming out this summer.
In our conversation Lindsay gives some useful advice on how to plan novels and talks about how she...
2021-04-0818 min
Conversations with AuthorsAlan Owen: Legacy of the Atomic Bomb, Recognition for Atomic Test Survivors (LABRATS)Welcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
In this episode I meet Alan Owen. Alan is the founder of LABRATS and former chair of the British Nuclear Testing Veterans Association. He has written two books on the British nuclear tests of the 1950s under the alias Slaine McRoth – The X, Y and Z Files and Fallout: Living in the Shadow of the Bomb, and is working with several nuclear veterans to help them write and pub...
2021-04-0140 min
Conversations with AuthorsA.D. Hyde: The Leukaemia DiariesWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
In this episode I meet A.D. Hyde – Anthony to his friends – who is the author of “The Leukaemia Diaries: Seeing the Funnier Side of Cancer”.
Anthony was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia in 2017 and soon realised that all the books he could find on the subject were either hard-reading encyclopaedias or heart-breaking personal stories. Anthony wanted something that was upbeat, informative and inspirational ... so ... after some enc...
2021-03-2531 min
Conversations with AuthorsFaigy Liebermann: ADHD Coach and Home OrganiserWelcome to Conversations with Authors, where I – Alison Thompson, AKA The Proof Fairy – meet amazing authors and find out what inspired them to write and what advice they would offer other aspiring authors.
In this episode I meet Faigy Liebermann, author of three books aimed at women with ADHD: “Organise Your Home Like A Pro”, “Own Your ADHD”, and “Banish Your Overwhelm, part one: Declutter Your Life”.
If you’ve ever been terrified by the sight of a blank page, Faigy gives her thoughts on how to overcome that fear and accept that there is no such thing as perfect when it comes to writ...
2021-03-1824 min
Historical Fiction: UnpackedThe Importance of Understanding History–with Linda ThompsonListen to my conversation with Award-winning WWII author Linda Thompson. We discuss Linda's debut novel, The Plum Blooms in Winter, as well as her upcoming release of The Mulberry Leaf Whispers on December 15! Linda's novels focus on WWII in the Japanese theater.
We talk about the concerning trend of cancel culture and the unfortunate side-effects of canceling history. Our discussion also winds around to the Japanese internment camps in the U.S. and some of the mistakes our nation has made.
Purchase The Plum Blooms in Winter on Bookshop.org (affiliate).
Purchase The Plum Blooms in Winter on Amazon (affiliate).
C...
2020-12-1055 min
Footprints On Our Hearts#24 Morwenna’s Story, Sunflowers and Jewellery Making with Lucie ThompsonIn Episode 24 of Footprints on our Hearts, I talk to Lucie Thompson whose daughter, Morwenna, was stillborn in September last year at 37 weeks.
Many parents worry about the impact of their baby’s death on siblings and we talk a lot in this episode about how Morwenna’s death affected her older sister, Illiya. We also chat about how Lucie has worked through her grief over the past seven months.
In the interview, we talk about:
Lucie’s previous experience of pregnancy and birth and her pregnancy with Morwenna (4:05)
Finding out Morwenna had died and gi...
2020-07-1057 min
Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendCandice Thompson Comic, actor, writer and host Candice Thompson (Lights Out with David Spade, The New Negroes) joins the show to talk about processing world events without standup as an outlet, feeling a responsibility to speak about race, not fitting into a "box" due to her appearance, her childhood, her spirit pastry, learning to be vulnerable, doing comedy with Tiffany Haddish and Kevin Hart, her podcast The Struggle with Candice Thompson and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Al...
2020-06-221h 16
Conversations MatterAlison Thompson: From Global Rescue Missions to the Need for New SolutionsIn Episode 9, Hans and Molly interview Alison Thompson -- a humanitarian volunteer and founder of Third Wave Volunteers, which has over 30,000 volunteers and followers globally. In this episode, Alison walks us through many of her humanitarian undertakings and the process of mobilizing an entire rescue team. She also speaks to the role corporations play in giving back, and how to ensure we're not causing even bigger problems for people during a crisis. Alison describes her work as "love in action," and shares what this work has taught her about what all humans from across the globe have in common.
2020-06-121h 12
Best Of Belfast: Northern Ireland's #1 Interview Podcast#137 Alison Clarke: ACA Models & Miss NIAlison Clarke is the founder of ACA Models: Northern Ireland's longest-running modelling and promotion agency. After growing up on a farm in County Tyrone, Alison gave up her University offers to study Maths and instead took a job with Ulster Bank. Alongside working full-time at the Waring Street Bank (now The Merchant Hotel) she entered and won Miss Northern Ireland in 1982 and was a runner-up in the Miss UK competition. Ultimately, this experience was the catalyst that led to working in PR & Marketing for eight years before open...
2020-05-071h 11
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2020-04-2300 minCrunchy Cocktail HourFeeding Littles: Interview with Amy Palanjian from Yummy Toddler FoodAmy from Yummy Toddler Food joins Alison to talk all about cooking for our littles and shares some tips and tricks for navigating picky eaters.
Where to find Amy:
Blog: Yummy Toddler Food Podcast: Comfort FoodInstagramFacebookPinterest
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
What we're drinking: 2SP + Wawa Coffee StoutLearning TowerTheory of Division of ResponsibilitiesCircle Round PodcastBeddy's
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2019-12-1300 minCrunchy Cocktail HourAlison Doesn't Want this Episode to be Called Sustainable BathroomListen in as we talk through our recommendations for easy changes you can make that are good for you and good for the environment.
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
What we're drinking: Connecticut Valley Brewing Company Trailblazer Get more sustainable:Go disposable cotton-free for skincareOrganic Reusable Makeup Remover PadsBathroom Vanity Container Make-up Remover Cloth When possible avoid the following types of makeup packaging:Mirrors PumpsMagnetsKeep a recycling container in the bathroomMove to better for you, better for the environment feminine care productsLola - use code CRUNCHY for 40% off your orderLena cupPut a Cup In ItThinx period proof pantiesUse a more...
2019-10-1800 min
Screw the NaysayersEp 139 How To Reclaim Your Identity | Reesy Floyd-ThompsonReesy Floyd-Thompson is an entrepreneur, professional storyteller, and the founder of a support group called Prisoners Wives Girlfriends and Partners.
Ressy’s story is inspiring and educational on so many levels. It begins in 2005 when she stood in a Pennsylvania courtroom where her husband, a Desert Storm Veteran, was sentenced to prison for 12.5 to 25 years. To use her words, for better or worse, she was now a married-single woman legally separated by the Department of Corrections.
In that moment Reesy lost all sense of personal identity. She began to call herself Mrs. GE6309. People around he...
2019-07-2200 min
Screw the NaysayersEp 108 In Public Education We Need To Do More Than Rearrange The Deck Chairs | Doug ThompsonDoug Thompson defy’s today’s norms in many different ways. For starters, in the last 30 years Doug has only had two employers. A rare achievement for those that work in the private sector these days. He’s also an Artificial Intelligence Ambassador for Microsoft (his employer since January of 2001. Not exactly a typical role for someone that’s catching up to me in years!
While at Microsoft Doug has also worked extensively in the public education space, helping them develop strategies to implement technology. The combination of these two jobs gives Doug a unique perspective on educatio...
2019-04-0300 minCrunchy Cocktail HourGoing Crunchy? Getting Started in the KitchenYou asked, we answered! Here are our recommendations for taking the first steps to a non-toxic kitchen.
Links mentioned in this episode:
What we're drinking:
Mionetto Prosecco
Dogfish Head Namaste White
Teflon Episode: Larisa Begs Alison to Stop Using Teflon
EWG Tap Water Database
FDA information on Melamine
Product Recommendations:
Stainless Steel Pans
Baking Sheets
Muffin Tins
Loaf Pan
Parchment paper
Silicone Lids
Cedar grilling wraps
Buy Brown:
Muffin Tin Liners
Coffee Filters
Partner Spotlight: Nuzest
Finding an ingredient-clean and great tasting protein is far from easy! Led by nature and backed by science, Nuzest premium proteins are allergen friendly...
2019-01-2500 minCrunchy Cocktail HourBloopers!Join us as we share a behind the scenes look at the Crunchy Cocktail Hour including some of our favorites from 2018, a look at 2019 and bloopers from previous episodes. Happy New Year!
Links mentioned in this episode:
What we're drinking: Dogfish Head Liquid Truth Serum
Sound Production by: Yōkai Audio
Dream Guests:
Amy McCready from Positive Parenting Solutions
Susie from Busy Toddler
Rachel Hollis author of Girl Wash Your Face
Episodes mentioned:
The Myth of the Multi-Vitamin, Episode 38
Larisa Begs Alison to Stop Using Teflon & More, Episode 36
Things Seen on the Internet, Episode 21
Getting the Markle Sparkle, Episode 32
Skincare Rou...
2018-12-2800 minCrunchy Cocktail HourCrunchy Gift Guide 2018Looking for a healthy spin on your gifts this year? We're talking through our favorites and going off on random tangents!
Links mentioned in this episode:
What we're drinking: Two Roads Lil Heaven Session IPA
Kitchen Gifts
Chef's Knife or other high quality knife
Sidebar: How to sharpen a knife with a coffee cup
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Cookware
Note: Whenever you buy Le Creuset make sure it says made in France. If made anywhere else, it is a knockoff!
Episode 36: Larisa Begs Alison to Stop Using Teflon & More
Basket of Spices and Salts
Hickory Smoked Salt
Cocktail Kit with...
2018-11-0200 minCrunchy Cocktail HourMyth of the MultivitaminAlison FINALLY made Larisa a Bloody Mary! To celebrate we've partnered with Stu's Kitchen to give away Larisa's favorite Bloody Mary kit to one lucky winner! Head to our Instagram to enter and scroll to the bottom of this page for an amazing discount across their entire site!
Multivitamins are a myth - there we said it! Come listen to the episode that had Alison purchasing new vitamins before the episode was finished recording.
DISCLAIMER: The views in this podcast are our opinions based on personal experience and our research and are not intended to substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or tr...
2018-09-0700 minCrunchy Cocktail HourGreening Up Our Skincare RoutineAfter our last skincare episode, Larisa did a deep-dive on Alison's skincare to assess how clean and green the ingredients were. Spoiler alert: they needed some work. Tune in to see what she's changed and how she's liking it!
Links mentioned in this episode:
* Larisa approved products
NOTE: Not all products are genuine when purchased through Amazon. All products below are linked to authorized retailers.
Drink Recipe: Cucumber Gimlet
Think Dirty Mobile App
Environmental Working Group Skin Deep Database and Healthy Living App
Facewash:
Herbivore Bamboo Charcoal Cleansing Bar (Alison) *
Youth to the People Superfood Cleanser (Alison) *
Osmia Black Clay Fa...
2018-08-2400 minCrunchy Cocktail HourLarisa Begs Alison to Stop Using Teflon & MoreAll cookware isn't created equal. Listen in as we break down the pros and cons of the most common types of cookware and as Larisa gives her best shot at prying the non-stick pans out of Alison's hands.
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Peach Bellini
Follow us on social (Instagram, Facebook) to check out our products of the month, stay on top of giveways, and just see what we're up to!
Earth911 Recycling Search for responsible disposal of old cookware. If disposing of non-stick pans, call to ensure they have the resources to remove the coating.
Cookware
The Good...
2018-08-1000 minCrunchy Cocktail HourKids SleepWe all need sleep, but sometimes our kids just won't get with the program! On this episode, we talk through what's worked for us and what hasn't in trying to get some much needed ZZZZs.
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Blood Orange Martini
Products Mentioned:
Halo Bassinet
Alison's Sound Machine
Favorite Books:
Bringing Up Bebe
Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child
Twin Version
Sleep Lady Shuffle
Tips and Tricks:
Don't let kids sleep longer during the day than they do at night
Differentiate between day and night (low lights, low voices, specific sleep location, sound machine, etc.)
Set a...
2018-07-2700 minCrunchy Cocktail HourGetting the Markle SparkleNow dubbed the ‘Markle sparkle’, women all over the world are trying to recreate Meghan Markle’s signature perfectly polished everyday look. Hang with us as we talk through her essential products and find out how they stack up to Larisa’s clean makeup rules. Featured image courtesy of Vanity Fair.
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Strawberry Berryoska
The ingredients to look for first:
Silicones
Fragrance
Parabens
Phthalates (often hidden within ‘fragrance’)
Retinyl Palmitate
Meghan’s Product
* Larisa approved products
Our Thoughts
* Larisa approved products
Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara
What are we using:
Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes but moving to Tarte...
2018-06-1500 minCrunchy Cocktail HourRaising Good EatersAh, picky eaters. As moms (and dads) it’s something we all desperately want to avoid. Making multiple meals, fights at the dinner table, worrying about nutrition. It’s no fun. On this episode we get into some tips and tricks for raising good, adventurous, healthy eaters – or at least trying to!
Announcement: We are switching to an every other week release schedule. Miss us? Head over to Instagram or Facebook!
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Blackberry Rosemary Sparkler
Alison’s book recommendations:
Cook Book: Little Foodie by Michele Olivier
Baby Food Universe by Kawn Al-jabbouri
Hungry Monkey: A Food-L...
2018-06-0100 min
BeTheTalk with Nathan Eckel121: Third Wave Volunteers with Alison ThompsonDr. Alison Thompson was a first responder on Sept 11th 2001 in NY followed by the 2004 Asian tsunami, Haiti and Nepal earthquakes, Philippine typhoons, Sandy Superstorm and the man-made disasters in the Syrian Refugee crisis. She has developed a network of over 30,000 volunteers, through her organization Third Wave volunteers. Her award-winning documentary The Third Wave chronicles her volunteer experience in the 2004 tsunami and was screened at the Cannes Film Festival in a Presidential Jury Screening presented by Sean Penn and Bono. She followed up with a book by Random House, The Third Wave: A Volunteer Story. CONNECT with...
2018-05-3017 min
Be The Talk121: Third Wave Volunteers with Alison ThompsonDr. Alison Thompson was a first responder on Sept 11th 2001 in NY followed by the 2004 Asian tsunami, Haiti and Nepal earthquakes, Philippine typhoons, Sandy Superstorm and the man-made disasters in the Syrian Refugee crisis. She has developed a network of over 30,000 volunteers, through her organization Third Wave volunteers. Her award-winning documentary The Third Wave chronicles her volunteer experience in the 2004 tsunami and was screened at the Cannes Film Festival in a Presidential Jury Screening presented by Sean Penn and Bono. She followed up with a book by Random House, The Third Wave: A Volunteer Story. CONNECT with...
2018-05-3017 minCrunchy Cocktail HourBeauty Products: BodycareWe’ve talked skincare, we’ve talked about makeup, but what about the rest of us? On this episode, we go head to toe and share our favorite products for bodycare.
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
* Larisa approved products
NOTE: Not all products are genuine when purchased through Amazon. All products below are linked to authorized retailers.
Drink Recipe: Mocktail Mojito
Hair Health: Crunchy Cocktail Hour, Episode 12
Shampoo and Conditioner
Larisa
Function of Beauty ($5 off your first purchase) *
Acure Shampoo and Conditioner *
Little Twig Detangler / Leave-in Conditioner *
Alison
Function of Beauty ($5 off your first purchase) *
Coppola Keratin Care
Styling Products
Lari...
2018-05-1800 minCrunchy Cocktail HourSunscreenIt’s finally spring! UV rays are going strong no matter what time of year and daily sun protection is essential. Chemical vs. Physical. Lotion vs Spray. The case for not wearing sunscreen – what?! Let’s discuss!
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Coconut Lime Mint Cucumber Cooler
The case for not wearing sunscreen (not CCH endorsed)
Vitamin D deficiency soars in the U.S., study says
Study: Prevalence and correlates of vitamin D deficiency in US adults
Think Dirty Mobile App
Environmental Working Group Skin Deep Database and Healthy Living App
Wegmans Sunscreen Post
Sunscreen Recommendations (in no particular...
2018-05-1100 minCrunchy Cocktail HourFood AllergiesFood allergies are serious business, especially in small children. Alison shares the highs and lows of managing her daughter’s allergies and what has worked for her family.
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Moscow Mule, Mocktail Series
Top 8 Allergens:
milk
eggs
peanuts
soy
wheat
tree nuts (such as walnuts and cashews)
fish
shellfish (such as shrimp)
Resources for Parents:
FARE: Food Allergy Research and Education
Allergic Living Magazine
Diagnosing Food Allergies
Great recipe books for cooking without allergens
Fearless Food: Allergy-Free Recipes for Kids
Allergy-Free and Easy Cooking: 30-Minute Meals without Gluten, Wheat, Dairy, Eggs, Soy, Peanuts, Tree Nut...
2018-04-2700 minCrunchy Cocktail HourHealthy PregnancyThe Crunchy Cocktail Hour is growing! We share an exciting update and talk through how to have the healthiest pregnancy possible (while still treating yourself, of course) and dive into some interesting crunchy pregnancy trends. We also share a few of our own stories from our pregnancies.
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Pineapple Fizz
CDC Recommendation for Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Alison’s birth story for her first daughter
Public Cord Blood Banking
Recipe for Glucose testing replacement
HypnoBirthing
Episode Sponsor: Prep Dish
The hardest part about cooking for a family? Figuring out what to make! Prep Dish ta...
2018-04-2000 minCrunchy Cocktail HourAll About CoffeeOn a daily basis, 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed worldwide. Let’s dig into one of the world’s most popular beverages and talk through the good, the bad, and the delicious.
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Drink Recipe: Toasted Marshmallow Coffee Martini
Acrylamide in the news
Proposition 65
Coffee consumption and increased metabolism
Coffee consumption and decreased rates of type 2 diabetes
Coffee consumption and decreased risk of cirrhosis
Coffee consumption and decreased risk of liver and colorectal cancers
Teeccino Herbal ‘Coffee’
Types of Coffee
Organic – Standards regulated by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and require coffee to be produced...
2018-04-1300 minCrunchy Cocktail HourThe Nitty Gritty on Natural DeodorantLet’s talk all things natural deodorant! Why should you switch to a natural product? What ingredients should you avoid? What happens when you still stink? We’ll give you our best tips for making the switch and touch on which products are out star favorites!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Drink Recipe: Blue Hawaiian
Our favorites:
PiperWai Paste and PiperWai Stick (Larisa’s current; prefers the paste)
Tom’s of Maine (Alison’s current)
Primal Pit Paste and Primal Pit Paste Stick
Schmidt’s
Native
Agent Nateur
Recipe to try making on your own: MommyPotamous
Episode Sponsor: The Princeton Review
The Princeton Rev...
2018-03-2300 minCrunchy Cocktail HourLook Back at 20172017 was a huge year for both Larisa and Alison from a health perspective. For starters, we launched the Crunchy Cocktail Hour podcast! Join us as we delve into our health priorities from 2017 and the trends that were all over that year.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Drink Recipe: Mocha Cappuccino Martini
Natural Deodorants
Alison’s Deodorant
Larisa’s Deodorant
Recommended Collagens:
Vital Proteins Beef Collagen Peptides (liquid soluble)
Vital Proteins Beef Gelatin (gels in cold water for gummies or other snacks)
Homemade Gummy Snack by Mommypotamous
Vital Proteins Marine Collagen (more sustainable than beef)
Recommended Bone Broth:
Recipes: Slow Cooker and Instant...
2018-02-1600 minCrunchy Cocktail HourMakeup RoutinesThere is nothing quite as fun as feeling absolutely fabulous, dolled up and and looking great. Makeup can be so much fun, but when you are wanting to live a greener lifestyle, you start to take a closer look at what is in your products. This is the first step in that process for us, and on this episode we dive into our current makeup routines. Next step: see if we want to make swaps for greener products (especially Alison).
Links mentioned in this episode:
Drink Recipe: Greyhound IPA
Alison's Favorite Makeup YouTubers:
Alex Garza
RachhLoves
Think Dirty Mobile App
...
2018-02-0900 minCrunchy Cocktail HourSkincare RoutinesMakeup is temporary, your skin is forever and beautiful skin is a lifelong process. Listen in as we discuss our process, our products, and what changes we want to make in the future.
Links mentioned in this episode:
* Larisa approved products
NOTE: Not all products are genuine when purchased through Amazon. All products below are linked to authorized retailers.
Drink Recipe: Barbotage
Think Dirty Mobile App
Environmental Working Group Skin Deep Database and Healthy Living App
Morning Routine Products
Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Cleanser (Alison)
Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Liquid Soap, Peppermint (Larisa) *
Simple Kind to Skin Cleansing Water (Alison) *
Neutrogena Alcoho...
2018-02-0200 minCrunchy Cocktail HourHoliday TraditionsHow old was Alison when she found out Santa wasn’t real? Why does Larisa call her tree a “New Years” tree? Oh – and what are those strange dolls below? Get cozy and chat holiday traditions with us!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Drink Recipe: Holiday Sangria
Larisa’s holiday gift guide with a healthy spin
Boozy advent calendars
Allergy-friendly advent calendar
Episode Sponsor: Alively
Crunchy Cocktail Hour has partnered with Alively – a self-care subscription box especially for MOMS who want to THRIVE! Each month, Alively delivers a box full of surprises – everything from healthy snacks, bath and body products, inspiring and empowering b...
2017-12-1500 minCrunchy Cocktail HourGrocery Store HacksWho does the grocery shopping in your house? Brown eggs or white eggs – which one is better? Where is the garlic capital of the world? All this and more as Larisa and Alison dive into somewhat unknown, but vitally important, grocery store hacks.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Drink Recipe: Charred Blood Orange Negroni
What produce is in season and when
What the heck is elephant garlic?
The Disgusting Truth About Fish And Shrimp From Asian Farms (not the same article that turned Larisa’s life upside down, but similar)
Sustainability Policies and Grocery Store Scorecards (2015)
Imported garlic on the left (BAD...
2017-12-0800 minCrunchy Cocktail HourThe Importance of SleepSleep plays an important role in both physical and mental health. Just as important as the food you eat and the air you breathe, sleep can positively and negatively impact your health. So why do we sometimes neglect this need and is it really worth it? Digging into the facts, Alison attempts to convince Larisa to get more sleep.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Drink Recipe: Kir Royale
Top 10 Foods Highest in Tryptophan
7 Foods That Could Boost Your Serotonin
Why is sleep important?
11 Surprising Health Benefits of Sleep
If you’re going to supplements, try these:
Valerian Root
Melatonin
Sleep Optimiz...
2017-12-0100 minCrunchy Cocktail HourNo One Will Eat With UsWhether you’ve recently made a healthy eating lifestyle choice or you have a food allergy, eating out with restrictions can be frustrating! Alison and Larisa break down the reasons behind their restrictions and give you their top tips for making going out to eat fun again. Oh, and Larisa tries gin!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Drink Recipe: Cucumber and Lime Infused Gin & Tonic
Larisa’s blog post about #LadyCamp
FREE Printable Allergy Cards
2017-10-2000 minCrunchy Cocktail HourComing This Fall: Crunchy Cocktail Hour PodcastDo you want to use cleaner, greener products or serve healthier food to your kids but everyday life gets in the way? Girl, same! We are Alison and Larisa, two full-time working moms that are trying to ensure we surround ourselves and our kids with the best products on the market while navigating the flood of information on what is and isn’t healthy. Oh, and we like cocktails.
Join us every other Friday for new episodes of the Crunchy Cocktail Hour!
Coming October 2017! Check out the teaser on your Apple or Android device and SUBSCRIBE!
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