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Creativity With Purpose89 Countries later: Living FullyWhat happens when a Microbiologist/Historian and a high-level CEO decide to see the world together? You get a masterclass in living an exhilarating life.
In this episode of Creativity With Purpose, we are joined by the incredible mother-daughter duo, Evelyn Kelly, PhD, and Natalie Kelly, MS. Together, they have trekked across all seven continents, visited 88 countries, and explored every single US state.
They aren’t just tourists; they are storytellers and explorers who believe that travel is the ultimate "ticket" to a more creative and purposeful existence. From the halls of the Florida Senate and Washington D...
2026-02-2250 minCreativity With PurposeFix the Root Cause - The Mistake Most octors MakeHi, Or guest to day is Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD — a Stanford-trained neurologist, founder of Migraine Relief Code, and a lifelong advocate for true, root-cause healing.
During her years in private practice treating headaches and migraines, patients kept asking a question that mainstream medicine couldn’t fully answer:
“Why am I having these headaches in the first place?”
Dr Barrett was taught to talk about genetics and environment, then prescribe medication. But that explanation never felt complete. Over time, that discomfort became impossible to ignore.
Today, advances in neuroscience and function...
2026-02-1956 minCreativity With PurposeFrom Beloved Dog to Global CitizenIn this heartfelt episode of Creativity with Purpose, we welcome journalist, award-winning writer, and passionate storyteller Carol Patton.
Carol’s labor of love, The Adventures of Mo, is more than a children’s book series—it’s a bridge between storytelling, global awareness, and compassion. Inspired by her beloved family dog, Mozart, an American Eskimo with a big personality (and an even bigger love of ice cream 🍦), the series invites readers to explore geography, history, and cultures around the world through the curious paws of Mo.
Written as a tribute after Mozart’s passing, The Adventures of...
2026-02-0850 minCreativity With PurposeThe Power of MemoryOur guest author Virginia Taft believes that memories connect us to
the past, bring us to who we are and help define what we want to
become. Those unique individuals with all their quirks and events
that shaped us were opportunities to learn life lessons. Virginia is
available to guest on your podcast, video or article discussing how helping
people capture their life stories, or those of loved ones, provides greater
depth and meaning to our lives in the here and now.
Virginia has been an occupational therapist in
private practice...
2026-02-0258 minCreativity With PurposeNurturing Young Souls - One Story At A TimeOur guest today is Ruth Manthei Wilkey who lives with her Alaskan mountain-man husband and their furry dog friends in a cozy cottage in the woods of northern Michigan.
Ruth’s degree in Education equipped her to teach English, Spanish, Drama and Music before she embarked on a lengthy career of teaching piano from her in-home studio. She has enjoyed the pleasure of working with many fascinating children, developing young musicians into budding professionals who play for weddings and churches. Some have opened teaching studios of their own.
Ruth took a sabbatical to attend a writing course in...
2026-01-2146 minCreativity With PurposeNo Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our TownLuke Mickelson grew up a hardworking farm kid in the small town of Kimberly, Idaho, where community, character, and service were simply a way of life. An avid athlete and lifelong competitor, he poured his energy into youth programs, coaching, and mentoring—developing both a passion for people and a natural talent for leadership.
That same drive carried into his professional career in business, but something was missing. In 2012, driven by a desire to make a deeper impact, Luke founded Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a simple but powerful mission: “No kid sleeps on the fl...
2026-01-0747 minCreativity With PurposeHe Never Expected This DiagnosisHe never expected this diagnosis. Dr. Kadar was accustomed to caring for patients—not becoming one. Just as he began a new marriage, a few episodes of minor chest pain led to a shocking diagnosis: severe heart disease requiring immediate open-heart surgery.
In Getting Better, he candidly chronicles his unexpected descent from excellent health into life-threatening illness, blending medical expertise with the raw experience of confronting his own mortality. Kadar takes readers from the front lines of surgery to the long, often overlooked challenges of recovery, offering practical wisdom on patient care, mindset, and living with a ch...
2025-12-2947 minCreativity With PurposeBuilt On PurposeTodd J. Griffee grew up in Niles, Michigan, in the shadow of Notre Dame’s Golden Dome. Inspired at age ten to pursue a life of service, he combined his love of history, military tradition, and Notre Dame athletics into a focused plan that led him to become a two-time All-American fencer and Army ROTC graduate.
Todd went on to serve as an Army Reserve officer, Indiana State Trooper, St. Joseph County Deputy, and later as a Federal Police Officer. His dedication eventually guided him into federal investigative work as a Navy CID Investigator and ultimately an NC...
2025-12-1454 minCreativity With PurposeTeach Your Family to LoveTeach Your Family to Love
Our guest is Nick Sevens from his teens, he made a hobby of fatherhood and family. When
he lost a daughter to an avalanche in 2008, he realized his knowledge and
experiences needed to be shared with other men. For over eighteen years
now, he has led men’s ministries and spoken about fatherhood. He loves
guiding fathers and grandfathers into how to build spiritual and emotional
maturity into the lives of their children and families. He has now authored a
book titled The Best Granddad Ever: Seven Spiritua...
2025-12-0847 minCreativity With PurposeNo Dergree RequiredNo Degree Required - The human face of tecnology in an AI world.
Today with are speaking with Phil Jaderborg. Phil's perspective, shaped by his unique experiences and outlook on Life, highlights that qualities like persistence, patience, a positive attitude, and strong client management skills are paramount for success in this career field, viewing the profession as a continuous journey toward excellence and self-fulfillment. He continues to train and mentor young engineers at PJ Networks in Charlottesville, Virginia, with his wife Kelly helping to manage the company as they navigate the uncertain waters into the Age of Artificial...
2025-11-3051 minCreativity With PurposeUnleash Your Talents, Strengths and SuperpowersCreativity With Purpose - Author Douglas L. Schmidt is a dynamic leader and educator, passionately inspiring others to reach their full potential. With an MBA and a strong educational background, he blends academic insight with real-world experience to provide actionable leadership, learning, and personal growth strategies. His approach highlights the power of connections, fostering collaboration and mentorship to propel individual and team success. A steadfast believer in the growth mindset, Douglas champions resilience, adaptability, and continuous improvement as vital elements for overcoming challenges and achieving excellence.
His successful sales career spans Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurial ventures, where he...
2025-11-2355 minCreativity With PurposeResurrection from Death to LifeCreativity with Purpose - Our guest today is Robin A Wages a Native of Columbia SC, Daughter, Sister, Mother, Minister and Overseer of her own Outreach Ministry is now an Author of a Best Seller entitled, “Resurrection from Death to Life” (A book of HEALING). She fulfills her heart’s desire to help those in need that she encounters by providing education, a safe place shelter, clothing, meals transportation and she does all this through donations. She Pastors Resurrected Life Christian Outreach Ministry. She operates in a Prophetic Anointing, while Pastoring Training Ground Church. Evangelist Robin Wages is founder and Di...
2025-11-161h 16Creativity With PurposeHealing through Rythym and TouchCreativity With Purpose. Out guest today is Jasmin Jahal.
Jasmin is known as a Dancer’s Dancer and a Teacher’s Teacher.
She has performed and taught throughout North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
Her style is reminiscent of the most elegant oriental dance legends. As an instructor,
she has been called an “encyclopedia of dance knowledge.” Jasmin nurtures her
students, from beginners through the professional level, while sharing her passion for
the artistry and history of oriental dance.
Jasmin Jahal is also a nationally certified reflexologist and a professional member of the
American...
2025-11-0949 minCreativity With PurposeYou Can Heal And ForgiveCreativity With Purpose. Our guest is Kathy Sechrist, a survivor of domestic violence and a dedicated advocate for those who have experienced similar trauma. Through her powerful and honest writing, she shares her journey of healing and resilience, offering hope and support to others. Kathy is passionate about raising awareness of the prevalence of abuse and breaking the cycle of silence that often surrounds it. Critics and readers praised her work for its raw vulnerability and its ability to connect with readers on a deep emotional level.
Kathy has two books available on Amazon:
2025-11-0354 minCreativity With PurposeWhat You Can Learn From Past LivesCreativity With Purpose. Our guest is All Kaluzhny. Her first book, "Turning The Pages. How exploring my past lives led me on the journey of healing memories and what I leaned while traveling back in time," is available on Amazon. Alla immigrated to the United States from the former Soviet Union.
She holds two Master's degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Spiritual Psychology with an Emphasis on Consciousness, Health, and Healing and she is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy.
Alla is a retired Children's Social Worker, and she worked with underprivileged, abused, and n...
2025-11-0342 minCreativity With PurposeShe Bringvs Your Story to lifeCreativity With Purpose. Our guest is Natasha Tynes, a Jordanian-American author, journalist, ghostwriter, and a book coach based in Washington, D.C.
With over two decades of experience in storytelling across platforms, she brings a unique blend of media savvy, cultural insight, and narrative expertise to everything she does.
As the founder of Suburban Media Group, a boutique digital media agency, Natasha help clients—from startups to thought leaders—develop and execute strategic content that builds visibility and drives engagement. Her background spans journalism, digital strategy, ghostwriting, and social media management, making her a trusted voice...
2025-11-0357 minCreativity With PurposeWorld Class ComposerMusic is a Gift - World Class Jazz Performer and Composer An intimate conversation with a humble jazz pianist who’s played with legends and now shares his talent with the next generation. Pianist Nick Schlueter is a staple of the St. Louis music scene and is known both throughout the US and internationally for his dynamic accompaniment and improvisational creativity. Nick utilizes his extensive knowledge of instrument timbre and rhythmic variety to sculpt compositions that both move and charm audiences, a result of his passion to create art through sound.
2025-10-1247 minCreativity With PurposeLive Like This at 89Creativity With Purpose. Our guest is James B. Flaherty, the 89-year-old author, that challenges readers (and friends) to ask themselves why can’t they be more like him and never wake up depressed, but embrace every day as a gift, an opportunity to achieve their purpose for living. His book LOVING LONGEVITY is a punchy, even humorous at moments, wake-up call for You to Face Reality with satisfaction and accomplishment. It’s not like any other Help Yourself/Better Yourself book you’ve ever read.
2025-10-1158 minCreativity With PurposeIs Your Home SafeCreativity with Purpose - Jocelyn King - "The Queen of Online Safety". Jocelyn is the CEO and Founder of Smarter Online Safety, dedicated to empowering and equipping individuals and organizations with the knowledge to protect themselves in today’s evolving AI-driven cybercrime world. A renowned safety expert and educator, she has been recognized as a “Top 10 Woman in Cybersecurity”. As the creator of the Better Online Safety Simplified (BOSS) System, Jocelyn makes online protection as intuitive and simple as locking your doors and windows. What sets her apart? She isn’t just a cybersecurity expert—she’s a cybercrime survivor. Af...
2025-10-111h 02Creativity With PurposeBreak The Cycle, Build A New LegacyCreativity With Purpose - Kathi Sohn is a transformational coach, award-winning author, and speaker who helpsmothers of teens break the genrational cycle of parenting from pain. Through her signature program, Break the Cycle, Build a New Legacy, she guides mothers to heal their own emotional wounds, regulate their nervous systems, and reconnect with their children with presence and purpose. Her work empowers women to become grounded, emotionally attuned leader their families need. She provides methods to heal childhood trauma by revealing and releasing associated self-limiting and self-destructive beliefs.
2025-09-2947 minCreativity With PurposeMusic Makes MiraclesCreativity with Purpose with Ann Mracek
In this episode, we talk with Glory St. Germain a true force in music education and creative leadership. She is an international best-selling author, TEDx speaker and founder of the Ultimate Music Theory Program. Glory has dedicated her life to empowering music educators to teach with passion, build thriving businesses and change lives through the power of music.
2025-09-2246 minCreativity With PurposeThe Leadership Edge - Secrets of Top PerformersCreativity with Purpose - Dr. Pete Andersen Podcast Our guest today, Dr. Pete Andersen , is a behaviorist, author, speaker, coach, publisher, and top performer. He has associated with top performing business, education and athletic programs, and Internet marketers to present transformational leadership strategies to improve performance in less time. His mission is to transform you to use more powerful intrinsic motivation principles. Revealed for the first time are three secret skills top performers have in common so you can model and become the top performer that is within you.
2025-09-161h 08Creativity With PurposeSurvival was just the beginningCreativity with Purpose - Gigi Gaudet Podcast Our guest today is Gigi Gaudet, Founder, President & Visionary of the Empowerment and Adventure Foundation and author of the upcoming book, “TRIUMPH! How to Turn Life’s Greatest Challenges into the Biggest Victories”. Gigi empowers people to be happy with the V-BEST roadmap to happiness developed from my own personal experience overcoming adversity. She teaches it at the Empowerment & Adventure Foundation, and speaks about it in her upcoming book TRIUMPH! From 3” Tumor to the Boston Marathon” and on tour.
2025-09-0747 minCreativity With PurposeHow do you Make Em LaughYou can get the "Thought for the day" at Internet-humor.com How do you make em laugh? Creativity with Purpose - Bill Williams Podcast For over 20 years, Bill Williams has been spreading joy and wisdom through his daily email series, A Thought for the Day. From managing a sales team to inspiring audiences worldwide, his collection of humorous and thought-provoking stories has connected people across generations and continents. Sign-up for Bill's Thought for the Day, on his website, and join thousands who start their day with a smile. Now, these cherished emails are curated into the 20 Years of Internet...
2025-09-0152 minCreativity With PurposeCan you be OLD and still Have Fun?Our guest today, Sieglinde Othmer, a refugee, immigrant, academic, administrator, researcher and gardener, she raised three children and three dogs and has traveled to over 40 countries. She earned her PhD in Social Sciences at the University of Hamburg. In her book, "Joyous Longevity: The A-Z Field Guide" she shares the wisdom she has acquired in eighty years of living. Her real purpose is to help people feel good about their age. At any age.
To connect with our Guest; email: scothmer@gmail.com Sieglinde's book is available on Amazon. www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPR75DM6
2025-08-2540 minCreativity With PurposeDo you know the source?Our guest today, Sarah Lynn, loves to write what the reader cannot see, focusing on the multi-faceted vision and discernment of emotion that come naturally to her. With a seer style that comes from the heart, Sarah writes with a hope to leave the reader with a divine encouragement in every narrative, no matter the genre. I'm sure you will enjoy her debut novel "Between the Lines". To connect with our Guest; Website: www.authorsaralynn.com Instagram: Official Between the Lines Sarah's debut novel is available on Amazon. www.amazon.com/dp/0578303949
Ann's book "Unpacking the Attic"...
2025-08-2241 minCreativity With PurposeWhat makes a soul truly happy?Our guest today, Itzhak Beery is an acclaimed author and globally recognized shamanic teacher, healer, public speaker, and trip leader. Raised in an Israeli kibbutz, he had a fine art career and owned an ad agency in NYC. A midlife crisis transformed him from a skeptic into a dedicated spiritual seeker. Since 1995, he has integrated teachings from his Indigenous and Western mentors and devoted himself to nurturing a new generation of healers. Beery was initiated into the "Circle of 24 Yachaks of Imbabura" in Ecuador and with the Amazonian Kanamari Pajè in Brazil. He founded ShamanPortal.org, The Andes Summit, a...
2025-08-221h 07Creativity With PurposeWhat does it take to get a job?Our guest today is Beverly A. Williams, author of "Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job" and "Get the Job - Done: 118 Career Tips, Tools, and Internet Resource". Several years ago she began Parthenon Enterprises and Your Employment Matters to provide cost effective, user friendly solutions to enhance individual productivity in the search for employment and career development. Her mission is help financially and socially challenged and undeserved individuals improve their employment experience. With a remarkable gift for finding the right turn of phrase and for finding the humor in human interactions...
2025-08-2247 minCreativity With PurposeIs That ALL There IsIn this episode, we talk with Marcel Voegli. Driven by a deep search for meaning, he discovered "The Key to Self-Liberation" by Christiane Beerlandt - a moment that changed everything. Marcel has worked closely with Christians' legacy, passionately advocating for a more conscious self-aware approach to health and life. To connect with our Guest; email: marcel@christianebeerlandt.com Christiane's book is available on Amazon www.amazon.com/dp/9075849354
Ann's book "Unpacking the Attic" is available on Amazon www.amazon.com/dp/0976648873
2025-08-2257 minCreativity With PurposePsychic Investigator - Spiritual Guide - AuthorIn this episode, we talk with Nancy Weber Nancy Orlen Weber is the author of three books, Soul Detective, The Life Of A Psychic Detective and All Nature Speaks, Conversations with Pets & Wildlife. She helps people discover their own innate connection with all of life through her writings, workshops, and private sessions. Her mission is to help you empower your own sacred gifts. Nancy knows that if we help each other heal, help each other uncover, and empower our soul wisdom, it can help change this broken world.
To connect with our Guest: Website: www.nancyorlenweber.com...
2025-08-221h 01Creativity With PurposeThe story that matters most - How to start a life story interviewOur guest today is Randall Stueber, a natural storyteller who has spent three decades capturing the heart of family narratives - first through beautifully designed custom portraits, and no through the power of the written word. He's the creator of guided journals designed to bridge generations, helping children, parents and grandparents connect through their life stories. Now he is putting the finishing touches on his debut memoir "Chasing What I Lost".
To connect with our Guest: email: randallsteuber1@gmail.com Randall's book: Dad Tell Me About Becoming An American: https://www. amazon.com/dp/B0DWLFWXCL
2025-08-2257 minCreativity With PurposeNew York and Miami will be GONEIn this episode, we talk with Russ Walsh. He has spent over two decades in Silicon Valley, collaborating with many of the world’s top technology companies—from IBM, GE, Facebook, and Cisco to Google, Apple, SAP, and Salesforce—along with numerous high-growth startups like Opsware, Cylerity, and Chirpify. Today, Russ specializes in cybersecurity risk and compliance, with a growing focus on climate risk. Over the past 10 years, he has held leadership roles at GE, GRC21, and AutoGrid (a Schneider Electric company), where he has led enterprise security audits, built global vendor risk programs, and worked directly with customers and re...
2025-08-2255 minCreativity With PurposeJOY - This is what it looks likeIn this episode, we talk with Pat Wetzel, a podcaster, writer, and general adventurer. She had to recreate her life several times after some pretty serious bumps in the road ranging from the tumult of divorce to life threatening disease. After a career in finance, she got involved in flying high tech sailplane and she followed her passion moving from the East coast to the West. Her podcast Bump in the Road is among the top 50 pod casts on GoodPods. Pat says that sometimes you need to hear someone else’s story to see your own. Through stories, we cr...
2025-08-2256 minCreativity With PurposeAre You Working Hard To Be SickIn this episode, we talk with Jennifer Juniper, a transformational speaker, author and intuitive healing coach. Through her signature approach, she empowers clients to uncover the root cause of their illness and reconnect with their inner compass - because true healing begins within. Jennifer is the Chief Mindset Officer and founder of Jennifer Juniper, LLC, she is a trailblazer in holistic healing for Crohn’s and colitis sufferers. To connect with our Guest; email: jen@jenjuniper.com
Ann's book "Unpacking the Attic" is available on Amazon www.amazon.com/dp/0976648873
2025-08-221h 06Creativity With PurposeIs EMF Sabotaging Your HealthIs EMF Sabotaging Your Health?
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Zen SuccessEmbracing our Inner Child: Unpacking the Attic with Ann MracekEpisode with Ann Mracek, Author of "My Best Friends Live in the Forest" and "Unpacking the Attic". Her mission is to teach mindfulness and compassion to the children of the world and to the child that still lives within each of us. A unique blend of memoir and healing practices, author Ann Mracek takes you along in real time through the process of emptying her parents' home as they transitioned into assisted living. Told with humor, honesty and empathetic insight, she expertly weaves the vivid stories of her childhood with compassion and the intent to he...
2025-03-0854 minZen SuccessEmbracing our Inner Child: Unpacking the Attic with Ann MracekEpisode with Ann Mracek, Author of "My Best Friends Live in the Forest" and "Unpacking the Attic". Her mission is to teach mindfulness and compassion to the children of the world and to the child that still lives within each of us. A unique blend of memoir and healing practices, author Ann Mracek takes you along in real time through the process of emptying her parents' home as they transitioned into assisted living. Told with humor, honesty and empathetic insight, she expertly weaves the vivid stories of her childhood with compassion and the intent to he...
2025-03-0854 min
Narrative VoicesRediscovering Your Inner Child: A Journey with Ann MracekJoin Keith as he welcomes Ann Mracek, author of "Unpacking the Attic: A Path to Healing Your Inner Child." Ann shares her transformative journey of emptying her parents' home as they transitioned to assisted living, which triggered profound childhood memories and suppressed traumas. Through her vivid storytelling, she illustrates the power of retrospection in healing and reframing painful experiences, allowing for personal growth and emotional release. With insights on the significance of inclusivity and the impact of childhood programming on adult relationships, Ann emphasizes the importance of compassion and understanding in overcoming past wounds. Listeners will discover practical techniques...
2025-01-1534 min
THE RAW VIBEUnpacking the Attic of Childhood TraumaAnn Mracek discusses her journey of healing through the process of emptying her parents' home and writing her memoir, 'Unpacking the Attic.' She explores themes of mindfulness, compassion, and the importance of addressing childhood traumas. Ann shares personal stories that illustrate the healing of her inner child and the significance of reframing past experiences to foster self-acceptance and empowerment. The discussion emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion towards oneself and others, highlighting the transformative power of love and healing.
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2024-10-2528 min
The Flare Up ShowEpisode #99 - Heal Your Past by Unpacking the Attic with Author Ann MracekAnn Mracek is the author of the newly released book, Unpacking the Attic: A Path to Healing Your Inner Child, written in real time as she emptied her parents’ house and helped them transition to assisted living. Told with humor and empathic insight, the vivid stories of her childhood were triggered by seeing the items brought out of the house for the last time. Retrospection can be a powerful healing elixir.
She is the author of My Best Friends Live in The Woods : The Adventures of Albert on YouTube. Each chapter teaches concepts of mindfulness and compassion, fo...
2024-10-1236 min
In the Limelight with Clarissa BurtAnn Mracek In the Limelight with Chrissy CordingleyAnn Mracek is the author of the newly released book, Unpacking the Attic: A Path to Healing Your Inner Child, written in real time as she emptied her parents’ house and helped them transition to assisted living. Told with humor and empathic insight, the vivid stories of her childhood were triggered by seeing the items brought out of the house for the last time. Retrospection can be a powerful healing elixir.
She is the author of My Best Friends Live in The Woods : The Adventures of Albert on YouTube. Each chapter teaches concepts of mindfulness and compassion, fo...
2024-10-1236 min