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Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTIf You Want Your Baby, Go Get Your Baby: Connie's Egg Freezing and Single Mom By Choice StoryIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, Ali sits down with Connie, a proud Single Mom by Choice whose path to motherhood was anything but traditional—and exactly right for her. Growing up with a Black military dad and a Taiwanese “Tiger Mom,” Connie always felt the weight of expectations about what family should look like. But as she approached her late 30s, knowing she always wanted to have kids, she decided to freeze her eggs. Later, her best friend gave her the clarity she needed: “Connie, if you want your baby, go get your baby. You don’t need to do...
2025-11-2158 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTRevisiting Fertility Rally Live: Emmy-winning TV Personality Lilliana Vasquez Shares Her Infertility JourneyIn this special episode, Ali is bringing you the unforgettable keynote from style expert, author, and powerhouse storyteller Lilliana Vasquez at Fertility Rally Live. Lilliana opens up about her deeply personal journey to motherhood, including the emotional twists, cultural layers, and unexpected turns her family-building path took. With her signature candor, humor, and heart, she shares what it was like to navigate infertility while living in the public eye—and how it ultimately reshaped her identity, her career, and her purpose. She talks about resilience, community, representation, and the importance of seeing yourself reflected in the stories around you. Li...
2025-11-1439 minLegal Late Night
Legal Late NightTaylor Swift, Law Firm Automation, & Emmy-Winning Voiceover (Feat. Daleele Alison & Michelle Falanga)First, Jared shares his monologue on Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. He breaks down why he's a "True Swifty," critiques the Jack Antonoff production, and presents his complete Top 12 Track Ranking—from his least favorite song about the Blake Lively drama to his #1 pick, the title track.Then, Daleele Alison, CEO of Rooks DM, joins the show. Daleele explains his company's goal ("to go far") and how they help law firms tackle pain points like onboarding and data collection by implementing AI and automation. He stresses his "process first, technology second" philosophy an...
2025-11-1358 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTInfertility Warrior Ashtin Robison on doing IVF Abroad, 4 Failed Cycles, and Finally Becoming Pregnant Via the PherDal At-Home Insemination KitToday, Ali talks to Ashtin, who opens up about her long road through infertility, including doing IVF treatment in both Greece and Australia. Ashtin talks about trying to get pregnant for two years, navigating four failed cycles, and then, how she ultimately conceived using the PherDal at-home insemination kit — a non-invasive, science-backed option that helped her finally become pregnant with a healthy baby. Ashtin opens up about all of it, from the countless injections to the travel to being both emotionally and financially drained. She also shares how, after listening to the Infertile AF podcast and hearing an ad fo...
2025-10-3147 minThe Recruitment Leadership Podcast
The Recruitment Leadership PodcastReinventing High-Volume Recruitment: AI, Efficiency, and Candidate Experience with Blake Carter, Sales & Partnerships Director at VOAI.appWelcome to the latest episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, hosted by Alison Humphries. What if your recruiters could screen 10,000 candidates in just three days - without adding extra headcount?  In this episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, Alison Humphries is joined by Blake Carter, Founder and Sales & Partnerships Director of VOAI.app, to explore how AI is changing the way high-volume recruitment gets done. Blake shares the story behind VOAI - an AI-led platform that’s already helping agencies and corporates slash admin time, boost candidate eng...
2025-10-1657 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTA Deep Dive on Fertility Supplements with Dr. Mark Ratner, Chief Science Officer at TheralogixThis week, Ali sits down with Dr. Mark Ratner, Chief Science Officer at Theralogix and one of the country’s leading experts in reproductive health and nutritional science.After 30 years in private practice focused on male fertility, Dr. Ratner has seen firsthand how confusing — and sometimes misleading — the supplement world can be. In this eye-opening conversation, he and Ali unpack what’s actually backed by science when it comes to fertility supplements, how to choose products that are truly evidence-based, and the importance of transparency in a market full of mystery formulas and marketing claims.They als...
2025-10-1037 minMostly Book Talk
Mostly Book TalkEpisode 35 - Poetry by Heart, an interview with Dr Julie BlakeJust in time for National Poetry Day, we have an interview with Dr Julie Blake the founder and co-director of Poetry by Heart. Working with schools across the whole of England, over 128,000 pupils take part every year, learning poems by heart and performing them. There are lots of fantastic clips on their website of young people performing and all the information you need to sign up this year. And it is completely free to do so.We also talk about Ross Montgomery's latest books - lots to recommend here. For children there is Small Wonder a...
2025-10-0247 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTIVF Warrior Liz Krueger on Secondary Infertility, Miscarriages and the Embryo That Was Discarded Without Her ConsentIn this powerful episode, Ali sits down with Liz Krueger to share her deeply personal journey through infertility and loss. After having her daughter at 35, Liz experienced a series of heartbreaking miscarriages—including one at 16 weeks, when she and her husband lost their baby girl.Liz opens up about the devastation of finding out her highest-graded embryo didn’t survive the thaw, the hemorrhage and loss that followed another pregnancy, and the emotional toll of multiple retrievals and a chemical pregnancy. She also shares how she finally allowed herself to take a three-month leave from work to grie...
2025-10-0252 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTBroadway, Breast Cancer, and Baby Dreams: Sarrah Strimel Bentley’s Incredible Surrogacy StoryOn this episode, Ali talks to Broadway star and motivational speaker Sarrah Strimel Bentley, whose story is as powerful as it is vulnerable. After dazzling audiences in seven Broadway shows, Sarrah’s life took a shocking turn when she was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. The treatment plan didn’t just mean chemotherapy and a double mastectomy—it also came with the devastating news that her fertility would be at risk.Sarrah opens up about the whirlwind that followed: racing to freeze embryos before starting chemo, navigating “funky sperm morphology” with her husband, experiencing the raw, messy emotions o...
2025-09-2650 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTFrom Bravo Headlines to Real-Life Resilience: Lacy Nicole on Endo, Miscarriage, IVF and Surviving a KidnappingOn this powerful episode, Ali sits down with Lacy Nicole—who you may have seen in the headlines for dating Jesse Lally from the hit reality show The Valley—but her story goes far deeper than Bravo antics. Lacy has endured the unthinkable: she survived a kidnapping before even beginning her infertility journey, and then faced years of debilitating reproductive health struggles—stage four endometriosis, adenomyosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts, polyps, 28 ER visits, and multiple surgeries. She opens up about Lupron shots, induced menopause, internal bleeding, chronic fatigue, and the emotional toll of IVF, miscarriages, anxiety, and PTSD. She also talks...
2025-09-1935 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTEndometriosis, Five IUIs, and Pregnancy Loss: Savannah Bisby @infertilityfriends Shares Her Infertility Journey So FarThis week, Ali sits down with Savannah Bisby, who shares her infertility story on IG @infertilityfriends, to talk about Savannah's journey so far. She's still in the thick of it, battling endometriosis, doing five IUIs (including double inseminations), a laparoscopy, and taking a deep dive into reproductive immunology. Savannah talks about the emotional whiplash of infertility, including embryo transfer decisions and finding herself on a bachelorette party while waiting for beta results, suspended between hope and dread. Savannah also talks about how Inito, an at-home fertility monitor that tracks your hormones, has helped on her journey, how she finally...
2025-09-1255 minGet Around To It
Get Around To ItWe're back! Featuring Alison Spittle, Michael Fry and Frank BlakeWelcome to the first episode of the new and improved Get Around To It, the culture podcast for curious people - presented by arts journalists Aoife Barry and Lauren Murphy. On the first episode we: Give our quick takes on the new CMAT album Euro Country and RTE One TV show Traitors IrelandDiscuss the need for the Basic Income for the Arts pilot schemeReview The Paper (Sky), Thursday Murder Club (Netflix), and David Byrne’s new record Who is the Sky?Preview the NewDad album and films The Swallow (dir Tadgh O’Sulli...
2025-09-0756 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTLate-Night Googling, PCOS, and IUI: Frame Founder Jessica Bell van der Wal Gets Real on Her Own InfertilityToday, Ali sits down with Jessica Bell van der Wal, founder of Frame, to talk about her deeply personal fertility journey and what ultimately led her to create a resource to better support others.Jessica talks about learning about her mother’s miscarriages, growing up Catholic, and facing her own unexpected challenges when trying to conceive. She opens up about having PCOS, a mild thyroid condition, irregular cycles, and ovarian cysts, and also navigating infertility treatment with no fertility coverage. She also gets real about anxiety and shame, the loneliness of late-night Googling, and going through IUI (whi...
2025-09-0530 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTBusting Infertility Myths with Dr. Amanda Adeleye of CCRM Fertility of ChicagoToday, Ali is joined by Dr. Amanda Adeleye, the founding partner and Medical Director of CCRM Fertility of Chicago -- and an REI who isn’t afraid to tackle some of the biggest myths and misconceptions around fertility. Ali and Dr. Adeleye dig into some of her patients FAQs, from the stereotype that Black-identifying people are “hyper fertile,” to what you should tell your doctor if you have a history of substance use or abuse. They talk about how they are both featured experts who answer questions on Roon.com -- a free, trusted resource built by doctors that helps...
2025-08-2825 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTFertility Docs Uncensored Are Back! Inside their new book, The IVF BlueprintIt's a very special minisode with three of Ali's favorite people in the fertility world: Dr. Carrie Bedient, Dr. Susan Hudson and Dr. Abby Eblen, aka Fertility Docs Uncensored. Today, we're diving into their brand-new book, The IVF Blueprint, which comes out September 23. The docs and I break down what they’ve learned from years of guiding patients through IVF—the science, the strategy, and the emotional side of treatment. We talk about why they wrote this book, what each one of them brought to the table, and how it aims to empower anyone navigating infertility with knowledge, clarity, and compas...
2025-08-2120 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTL.A. Real Estate Agent Kati Cattaneo on IVF, Hydrosalpinx, and the wildfires that destroyed her Palisades homeOn today's episode, Ali is joined by Kati Cattaneo—Los Angeles real estate agent, influencer, storyteller, and IVF warrior—for a convo that blends heart, humor, and resilience. Kati opens up about the real and sometimes awkward parts of trying to conceive (“I kinda got crazy with my husband about timing things… and he was like, ‘What the heck—sex is supposed to be fun!’”), navigating her diagnosis of hydrosalpinx, pivoting to IVF, and going through her second egg retrieval on January 7—the very same day the Palisades wildfire destroyed her home. Kati -- who has a big following on IG and TikTok — tal...
2025-08-1530 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTTelevision Host and Podcaster Erica Cobb on Infertility, Surrogacy, and the Power of SpiritToday, Ali joined by the multifaceted Erica Cobb—TV host, podcaster, and self-proclaimed “eternal optimist”—as she shares her raw and powerful journey through infertility, IVF, and surrogacy. Erica opens up about the challenges she’s faced so far, including a tumor on her pituitary gland, blocked fallopian tubes, and the emotional toll of hearing, “You’re pregnant, but not pregnant enough.” Through it all, Erica remains steeped in gratitude and grounded in intention. We talk about spirit babies, manifestation, navigating roadblocks, and the incredible woman currently carrying her baby as a gestational carrier. Her story is still unfolding-- so make sure to...
2025-08-0832 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTRebecca Flick of RESOLVE on Her Infertility + IVF Journey, the MTHFR Gene, and the Power of AdvocacyToday, Ali sits down with a true powerhouse in the infertility community: Rebecca Flick, Chief External Affairs Officer at RESOLVE, who has spent the past 20 years advocating for fertility patients nationwide. Rebecca opens up about her own deeply personal infertility journey, including her diagnosis of premature ovarian failure (and how that language has evolved), discovering she carries the MTHFR gene (and what that really means), and navigating IVF. She shares her experience of transferring three embryos, welcoming her son (now a teenager), and conceiving her daughter years later—without ART. Rebecca also reflects on the power of advocacy, how RES...
2025-08-0149 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTHopeful Mama Foundation Founder Emily Patel on How She's Bringing Books about ART, IVF and more into Public and School LibrariesIt's World IVF Day! Today, Ali is talking to her friend and former Infertile AF guest, Emily Patel, about The Hopeful Families Collection, Emily's new initiative to bring books into public and school libraries to celebrate the many ways families are created, including assisted reproductive technology (ART), adoption, surrogacy, and donor conception, while helping all children learn that every family is built with love and hope. Emily talks about why she created this movement, some of the books that will be included (including Ali's books, Work of ART and Beautiful Bird!) and how listeners can help support the mission. "The...
2025-07-2514 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTWhat's New and Innovative in Sperm Donation, with Dylan Morgan of Cascade Cryobank, a forward-thinking sperm bankOn this expert minisode, Dylan Morgan of Cascade Cryobank, a sperm bank based in Washington, talks about innovations and recent happenings in the world of sperm donation. Cascade Cryobank was founded in response to the need for safe, high-quality donor sperm that has emerged in recent years. Their mission is to recruit outstanding donors and to produce frozen sperm of exceptional quality for use by families and individuals pursuing assisted reproductive care. Dylan talks about how Cascade Cryobank is implementing video calls between potential donors and recipients, and how AI is being incorporated into the fertility and sperm donation wor...
2025-07-2218 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTInfertility, child loss and surrogacy advocate Keri Croft on 16 years of infertility, her two earthside babies, losing three girls, and finding her dream surrogateMeet Keri Croft, an infertility, child loss and surrogacy advocate who went through 16 years of infertility. On today's ep, Keri tells Ali all about her family building journey, which includes having her son, and also the devastating loss of her first girl, Angel, who was missing part of her cerebellum. "It was a horrible, horrible decision to have to make, and I wouldn't wish it on anybody," Keri says of undergoing a TFMR (Termination for Medical Reasons). Keri talks about how a balanced translocation affected their fertility journey, and also how she navigated IUI and IVF. "I tried everything. And...
2025-07-1842 minDaily Dose of Dana
Daily Dose of DanaJax Taylor is DONE - He's GONE From the Valley! Blake Lively Is LOSING in Court of Public Opinion & EW Alison Brie & James Franco, Kelly Ripa & Marc Consuelos & Tori Spelling & Dean McDermottWelcome to the latest Hollywood gossip roundup! 🍵 In this video, we dive into the jaw-dropping drama surrounding Jax Taylor—has he finally gone too far? 😱 We’re breaking down why there’s no coming back for him this time. Plus, Blake Lively is facing a major backlash in the court of public opinion—what’s got everyone talking? 👀 And hold onto your seats for the cringe-worthy details: Alison Brie caught cutting James Franco’s toenails in PUBLIC! 🤢 Lastly, Kelly Ripa spills some way too personal tea about Mark Consuelos’ morning routine that’ll leave you speechless. 😬 🔥 Don’t miss out on the hottes...
2025-07-161h 06Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTZach and Alexandra French on surviving breast cancer, navigating surrogacy and giving back via their nonprofit, The Surrogacy FoundationToday, Ali is talking to Zach and Alexandra French, the founders of the nonprofit organization The Surrogacy Foundation, whose mission "isn't just to raise funds, but to propel surrogacy into the mainstream." Zach and Alexandra share their entire family building story, from how they met and got together to having their first child without Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). They talk about what happened when Alexandra found a lump in her breast, and how they navigated her cancer diagnosis and treatment. They also talk about Alexandra's double mastectomy, and how they pivoted to surrogacy after her surgery. "My doctor said if...
2025-07-1157 minGet Hooked On The Must-Listen Full Audiobook Now, Curious Minds!
Get Hooked On The Must-Listen Full Audiobook Now, Curious Minds!Say Die by Blake PiercePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/158799to listen full audiobooks. Title: Say Die Series: An Alison Payne Suspense Thriller, Book 1 Author: Blake Pierce Narrator: Mac Fowler Format: mp3 Length: 4 hrs and 29 mins Release date: 07-09-25 Ratings: Not rated yet Genres: Women Sleuths Publisher's Summary: Prison psychologist Dr. Alison Payne has interviewed hundreds of convicted killers, advocating for their release—or determining if they should remain behind bars. But when a suspected killer she once interviewed escapes, Alison must delve into the dark corridors of his mind to save others before it's too late—and to save herself.
2025-07-094h 29Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTDr. Nirali Jain, RE at RMA, on the Importance of Fertility Preservation for Cancer PatientsToday, Ali is talking to Dr. Nirali Jain, a Reproductive Endocrinologist at RMA, about the importance of fertility preservation for cancer patients. "I do feel like the system failed us a little bit, and I tell all my patients when they come in for their first visit, your entire life, you learned how to not get pregnant, and you never thought you'd be sitting in this office learning about timed intercourse and figuring out when you're ovulating," Dr. Jain says. Ali and Dr. Jain talk about how chemo can affect fertility, what your options are when you get a c...
2025-07-0316 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTEndo, IVF, miscarriage, secondary infertility and pregnancy after loss with Fertility Coach Julia MidwinterOn this episode, Ali talks to Julia Midwinter, a Fertility and Pregnancy Mindset Coach who supports women struggling to conceive or who are pregnant after IVF or miscarriage. Julia shares her own infertility journey, including her diagnosis of endometriosis, her five year journey to conceive her son through IVF, and her two miscarriages. She talks about ovarian cysts, fertility acupuncture, and how she felt navigating all of the above. She also talks about what she learned from her own infertility coach, and why she decided to become one. "So many of us have experienced the elation of having a...
2025-06-2733 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTFertility and Family Building for LGBTQ+ and Solo Parents, with midwife and Pregnant Together Founder Marea GoodmanToday, Ali is talking to Marea Goodman, licensed midwife, author, and founder of PregnantTogether, a virtual community supporting queer folks and solo parents from preconception through parenting. Marea co-authored the book,  Baby Making for Everybody–Fertility and Family Building for LGBTQ+ and Solo Parents, and today, they share their family building story, including having an early loss via IUI, and also having their son through IUI. They talk about their passion for empowering people with the information they deserve to grow their families, and about dismantling the isolation and stigma that still surrounds queer and solo parenthood. They also talk abo...
2025-06-2032 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTEverything You Need to Know About Preserving Your Reproductive Tissues with Generations CryoVault Co-Founder Courtney DennewitzIt's another Expert Minisode! Did you know that when it comes to storing your reproductive tissue—including eggs, sperm, and embryos—you have a choice? Most clinics automatically store your tissues—or hand you off to their partner. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be that way. Today, Ali is talking to Courtney Dennewitz, Chief Operations Officer and Co-Founder of Generations CryoVault, which is driven by a deep passion to “do things right” in the world of fertility preservation, armed with the motto, "Your Tissues, Your Choice." Courtney, who has more than 17 years of industry experience in cryostorage, tal...
2025-06-1333 minInfertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ART
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTSingle Mom by Choice Kristin D. on sperm donation, IVF, egg donation, and never regretting having a baby on her ownOn today's episode, Ali interviews Kristin D., a single mom by choice, about the journey to having her 2 1/2 year old son, Blake. Kristin explains why she made the decision to have a kiddo on her own and talks us through the entire process, from having a "sperm donor choosing party" with her sisters to finding out she had stage two silent endometriosis (but no symptoms). She talks about connecting with others in the single mom by choice community, and says, "In the single mother by choice community, you don't find a lot of people who regret going ahead and hav...
2025-04-1054 minAlison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend
Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendDaniel and Alison (Daniel's Long Game)Alison is simply bathed in a new warm light and Daniel's playing the long game but denies it. We pose some critically important questions regarding Ginger Ale. Mike August accidentally texts me. We talk about sports agents and in particular, Jerry Maguire. At the end Daniel shares some Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni news.  Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and Podcast Pals Product Picks. Get yourself some new ARIYNBF merch here: https://alison-rosen-shop.fourthwall.com/ Subscribe to my Substack: http://alisonrosen.substack.com Podcast Palz Product Picks: http...
2025-03-101h 10The Outlier Podcast
The Outlier PodcastBlake Lively and Justin Baldoni Legal Drama Heats Up & Alison Holker’s BacklashWe're diving into the latest controversies: Blake Lively’s lawsuit against Justin Baldoni heats up, and Alison Holker faces criticism for sharing personal details about DJ Twitch...Watch on PopCrimeTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMQELisqrgY&t=22s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-0949 minThe Self Advocate
The Self AdvocateAnnual Holiday Music EpisodeThis is my Annual Holiday Music Episode! If you have any questions or comments, please email me at alison.mira.klein@gmail.com. My playlist is: Christmas Dinner by Luc Picard Maybe This Christmas by Michael Buble and Carly Pearce White Christmas by George Ezra Merry Christmas, Please Don't Call by Bleachers Home by Blake Shelton featuring Michael Buble Merry Christmas, I Miss You by Alex Crichton Hallelujah by Choir! Choir! Choir! Happy Xmas (War is Over) by Celine Dion featuring Michael Buble
2024-12-1759 minStarzology Astrology
Starzology Astrology129: Astrologer Interview FAYE BLAKE from Amsterdam: 💙 Astrology BusinessIn this audio only episode, Alison chats with professional astrologer FAYE BLAKE about her astrology work. Faye is the author of the highly praised book Vocational Astrology: Finding the Right Career Direction. Faye will be touring Canada during October 2024 and Alison looks forward to meeting her in-person at her presentation in Vancouver.YOUR HOSTS⠀⁠Find Alison at  Starzology⠀⭐️ EPISODE RESOURCES ⭐️⠀Book: Vocational Astrology: Finding the Right Career Direction by Faye BlakeVisit Faye's websiteFaye's Information  for astrologersFaye's Canada Lecture Tour itineraryFaye's Client ServicesEmail faye@fayeblake.nlAstrologer's Den...
2024-10-0239 minTone up a Lot of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & Wellness
Tone up a Lot of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessRobert B. Parker's Bad Influence - Alison GaylinListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Robert B. Parker's Bad InfluenceAuthor: Alison GaylinNarrator: Katherine FentonFormat: UnabridgedLength: 8:16:21Language: EnglishRelease date: 09-26-2024Publisher: Whole Story QUESTGenres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Detective StoriesSummary:Boston PI Sunny Randall investigates the dark side of social media in this new exciting thriller. Sunny Randall's newest client, Blake, seems to have it all: he is an Instagram influencer, with all of the perks that the lifestyle entails — a beautiful gi...
2024-09-268h 16The Modern Customer Podcast
The Modern Customer PodcastCustomer-Centric Marketing: How CMOs Drive Brand Loyalty and GrowthHow does a CMO ensure the customer experience remains at the forefront of their brand's strategy? In this episode of the Modern Customer Podcast, Alison Hiatt, the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Growth Officer at Vera Bradley Designs Inc., shares her invaluable insights from her journey in marketing, including experiences with iconic brands like Starbucks and Amazon. Discover how Alison views CX as an all-encompassing concept, intertwined with brand identity, and learn how Vera Bradley leverages diverse customer engagement channels to tailor CX strategies and the art and science of understanding customer behavior. ...
2024-06-1831 minHow I Built My Small Business
How I Built My Small BusinessAlison Hotchkiss - How ALISON EVENTS became one of Vogue's Top 50 Event Planners in the WorldAlison Hotchkiss is one of Vogue’s top 50 “Best wedding planners around the world,” and has topped over half a dozen other prestigious lists.Alison is the founder CEO of Alison Events. She is a destination wedding planner, event producer, luxury concierge, and now a third-time author of “Gorgeous Gatherings” a large format coffee-table book that showcases some of her most stunning events and is an explosion of visual inspiration with practical tips and how-to for anyone designing a bespoke event.She has produced over 500 jaw-dropping events in 15 countries and 29 cities. Her exquisite celebrations have been featu...
2024-05-2847 minMiss Understood with Rachel Uchitel
Miss Understood with Rachel UchitelBachelor Nation's Blake Moynes: From Roses to RhinosToday's guest may be best known for his appearances in the Bachelor franchise but his influence goes way beyond reality TV, Blake Moynes, is a dedicated environmental and animal conservationist.    After getting engaged on "The Bachelorette" Blake leveraged his platform to advocate for causes close to his heart:  wildlife management and conservation efforts. As Co-Founder of SOSA (Save Our Species Alliance) he frequently collaborates with other conservation organizations, participates in fundraising initiatives, and uses his social media presence to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues. Whether he's speaking out about animals held in captivity or giv...
2024-04-3051 minWatch With Jen™
Watch With Jen™Watch With Jen - S5: E8 - Physical Media: Spring '24 with Alison Gaylin, Blake Howard, Chris McKay, & Rachel WagnerWelcome to our first Physical Media episode of 2024. Joining me today, we have a terrific quartet of movie minds discussing a handful of titles newly released on disc, including novelist Alison Gaylin on TO DIE FOR, podcaster-critic Blake Howard on CONTAGION, filmmaker Chris McKay on THE SHOOTIST & THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE, & podcaster-critic Rachel Wagner on FOOTLOOSE (1984). Additionally, you'll hear me cover the new Criterion box set of Eric Rohmer's TALES OF THE FOUR SEASONS & the new Blu-ray edition of the Anthony Mann western THE TIN STAR solo. A wonderful compilation episode that provides lively commentary, excellent film...
2024-04-101h 35Blake Jarrell Concentrate Podcast
Blake Jarrell Concentrate PodcastBlake Jarrell Concentrate Podcast 141Blake Jarrell Concentrate Podcast 141[00:00] 01. Luka Sambe & Filter Bear - Aether (Ambient Mix) [Dawn Till Dusk][06:11] 02. Crimsen - Home (Original Mix) [Nurvous][09:32] 03. Icarus ft Tim Digby - Unfold (Original Mix) [FFRR][12:54] 04. Willaris K - 5 O Clock (Original Mix) [Astralwerks][16:54] 05. Jamie Woon - Shoulda (Uone Remix) [Polydor][23:15] 06. Icarus - Between Us (Original Mix) [FFRR][26:05] 07. Zoo Brazil - Brighter Than The Sun (Original Mix) [Magik Muzik][30:30] 08. Luttrell - Some Other Time (Original Mix) [Anjunadeep][34:07] 09. Cubicolor - Airbeat (Original Mix) [Anjunadeep][37:59] 10. Jody Wisternoff...
2024-04-092h 00Mostly Book Talk
Mostly Book TalkEpisode 2 - Science Book ClubWe talked to Rose Edmondson at Falinge Park High School about her brilliant science book club.  She can be found on Twitter/X @snotlady5Here are some of the books she mentioned:Global - a graphic novel adventure about hope in the face of climate changeThe Moth Keeper - can be hard to find in UK - available second handThe Curie SocietyGraphic Science- Seven Journeys of DiscoveryAm I...
2024-03-2932 minSelf Directed
Self DirectedBlake Boles | Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids To School?Blake Boles is an unschooling advocate and author of the book 'Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids To School' he also runs transformative teen programs called Unschool Adventures.In this episode, we also explore the transformative power of alternative education. We examine the conventional education system's limitations and champion personalized learning paths, inspired by notable educational theorists. As Blake, we have diverged from traditional career paths, and together we share our experiences and the growth that stems from independence and stepping outside one's comfort zone.Our discussion ventures into parenting, challenging the current trend...
2023-12-281h 17Historical Fiction: Unpacked
Historical Fiction: UnpackedPatricia Raybon—Writing at the Intersection of Faith and RacePatricia Raybon was a journalist and journalism educator for most of her adult life. Now she writes historical mysteries! Her novel All That Is Secret won the Christy Award for Best First Novel in 2022. Patricia and I talked about the second in her mystery series, Double the Lies. We also discussed what it was like for her growing up under Jim Crow, the role the Black church played in her life, the prominence of the Ku Klux Klan in Colorado, and her call to write at the intersection of faith and race. Here is the description of Double the Lies: ...
2023-10-1939 minDeans Counsel
Deans Counsel19: Alison Davis-Blake (Bentley) on Thriving in a Challenging & Lonely RoleA podcast for deans and academic leadership.DEANS COUNSELJames Ellis | Moderator | Dean of the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (2007-2019)David Ikenberry | Moderator | Dean of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado-Boulder (2011-2016)Ken Kring | Moderator | Co-Managing Director, Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn FerryDeansCounsel.com--EPISODE 19: Alison Davis-Blake (Bentley) on Thriving in...
2023-09-0134 minDive Into An Uplifting Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.
Dive Into An Uplifting Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Robert B. Parker's Bad Influence by Alison GaylinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/620366to listen full audiobooks. Title: Robert B. Parker's Bad Influence Series: #11 of Sunny Randall Author: Alison Gaylin Narrator: Kate Burton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 52 minutes Release date: June 13, 2023 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: Boston PI Sunny Randall investigates the dark side of social media in this exciting new thriller in the bestselling series. Sunny Randall’s newest client, Blake, seems to have it all: he is an Instagram influencer, with all the perks the lifestyle entails—a beautiful girlfriend, wealth, and adoring fans. But one of those fans has turned ugly, and Sunny is broug...
2023-06-136h 52Grab the Top Free Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense
Grab the Top Free Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseRobert B. Parker's Bad Influence by Alison GaylinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/620366 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Robert B. Parker's Bad Influence Series: #11 of Sunny Randall Author: Alison Gaylin Narrator: Kate Burton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 52 minutes Release date: June 13, 2023 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: Boston PI Sunny Randall investigates the dark side of social media in this exciting new thriller in the bestselling series. Sunny Randall’s newest client, Blake, seems to have it all: he is an Instagram influencer, with all the perks the lifestyle entails—a beautiful girlfriend, wealth, and adoring fans. But one of those fans has turned ugly, and Sunny is br...
2023-06-1310 minWe Read It One Night
We Read It One NightEp. 74 - Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring BlakeHey pals! Today, we’re raving over DELILAH GREEN DOESN'T CARE by Ashley Herring Blake. Join grumpy NYC lesbian Delilah and sunshine PNW small town bisexual and single mom Claire as they reluctantly fall in love and try to sabotage their friend's wedding. Delilah Green is possibly the hottest woman we've read in a book. Claire is the cutest. And we fell in love with this book. Enjoy the show! Brazen banter: A pitch for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour! The anatomy of a wicked stepsister! Having children with a man? Cat Scale: 6 Revolutionary Re...
2023-06-061h 10My Good Ole Country
My Good Ole CountryANGELSSend us a textI,M THINKING THIS SHOW WILL REALLY MAKE YOU THINK MY FRIENDS. WHETHER YOU BELIEVE IN ANGELS OR NOT, THESE ARTISTS MIGHT HELP YOU MAKE UP YOUR MIND. ALABAMA, BOBBY HELMS, DOLLY PARTON, WILLY NELSON, KITTY WELLS, BARBRA MANDRELL, GEORGE JONES & MELBA MONTGOMERY,GEORGE STRAIT, ALAN JACKSON & ALISON KRAUSE, and RANDY TRAVIS all sing about ANGELS.  Take a listen and maybe hear in music, what it is that relates to you personally. As for me,,,,,,,, I believe in ANGELS.Support the show
2023-04-121h 01EcoJustice Radio
EcoJustice RadioRight to Recreation: The History of African American Leisure Sites with Alison Rose JeffersonFrom the late 1800s to the early decades of the 1900s, African Americans started to occupy and steward recreational sites and public spaces throughout the United States, and thus challenged racial hierarchies while expressing Black identity on the social landscape. In her book, ‘Living The California Dream: African American Leisure Sites During The Jim Crow Era’, our guest historian Alison Rose Jefferson [http://www.alisonrosejefferson.com] examines how African American leisure sites were a catalyst for economic individualism, political perspectives, and self confidence and broader sense of community for Black society. In our discussion, Alison demonstrates how Black communal practices and...
2023-02-0657 minKeep the Flame Alive
Keep the Flame AliveBlake Hughes on Ski JumpingContent warning: This episodes contains discussions of eating disorders. During the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, our listeners had a ton of questions about ski jumping (particularly with that suit controversy). We talked with Blake Hughes, former USA Nordic Women's Ski Jumping Team Director and Head Coach of USA Nordic Sport, to sort it all out. From ice tracks to ski suit tailors to thoughts on the movie "Eddie the Eagle," this interview will definitely make you watch ski jumping in a different way. We also have an Albertville 1992 moment, news from TKFLASTAN and news on Paris 2024.
2022-09-291h 02Song Swap Showdown: Your Weekly Music Review and Discussion Show!
Song Swap Showdown: Your Weekly Music Review and Discussion Show!Blake Shelton, Polyphia, Maggie Lindemann, Jerry Reed, Alison Krauss, Jo Dee MessinaOn this episode of The Chris and Amanda Show, we each share 3 new songs for each other to react to and rate! This week we're sharing all some new music finds as well as some classics! Chris's List ABC (feat Sophia Black) by Polyphia East Bound and Down by Jerry Reed Cages by Maggie Lindemann   Amanda's List I Found Someone by Blake Shelton When You Say Nothing At All by Alison Krauss Heads Carolina, Tails California by Jo Dee Messina 🔴 Give us a call, leave us a voicemail at +1 973 506 8009
2022-09-2047 minThe Accounting Podcast
The Accounting PodcastDavid And Blake Go To The MoviesSponsorsDigits: https://www.cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/digitsA2X: https://www.cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/A2XCanopy: https://www.cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/canopyNeed CPE? Subscribe to the Earmark Accounting Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark CPE: https://earmarkcpeShow Notes3:27 – Val Kilmer's Dialogue in "Top Gun: Maverick" Was Read by AI Because He Can't Speak Anymorehttps://futurism.com/the-byte/val-kilmer-dialogue-ai-top-gun How The Book of Boba Fett Tricked Fans With...
2022-06-101h 04Sitcom Archive Deep Dive Overdrive (SADDO)
Sitcom Archive Deep Dive Overdrive (SADDO)S03E13.5 - Belinda Lang Interview (BONUS EPISODE)In this special BONUS episode, we spend an hour in the company of Belinda Lang, talking about her long and varied career in sitcoms and the theatre, as well as her friendships with Ralph Bates, Peter Blake and Gary Olsen.Belinda also tells us about the importance of finding humour even during the dark times, and takes our Dear John 'Kate or Not Kate' quiz.A big thanks to the extremely busy Belinda for generously giving her time to talk to us and make our week! ❤️Check out our episodes note page at http...
2022-04-271h 05Lit Local Podcast
Lit Local PodcastClimate Disaster Fiction with Alison Stine and Sarah BlakeWelcome to the Indie Writer Podcast where we talk about all things writing and indie publishing. Today we are excited to talk about Disaster Fiction with Sarah Blake and Alison Stine.  Sarah Blake is the author of Clean Air, a cli-fi domestic thriller, Naamah, a novel reimagining the story of Noah's ark, and poetry collections Mr. West and Let's Not Live on Earth. In 2013, she received a Literature Fellowship from the NEA. Her work has appeared in The Los Angeles Review of Books, The American Poetry Review, and The Kenyon Review. She lives outside of London. Al...
2022-03-1549 minWe Read It One Night
We Read It One NightEp. 16 - Savannah’s Secrets by Reese Ryan (w/ Guest Host Dana!)Hey pals! Today, we’re raving over SAVANNAH'S SECRETS by Reese Ryan, a sexy workplace romance. Alison is joined by a special guest host as Rachel is off writing her dissertation. Our stomachs hurt after chatting about this book because we were laughing so hard and had so much fun. This one is a true delight about our gal Savannah, who is very good at her job but very bad at being a sleuth, and literal golden retriever/Black Thor, Blake, who is head over heels for her. Hope you enjoy as much as we did! Brazen ba...
2022-02-151h 15Books Are My People
Books Are My PeopleBooks Are My People Episode #70 - with author Sarah BlakeThis week, author Sarah Blake visits to talk about her latest novel, Clean Air! We also recommend books, books and more books including When We Lost Our Heads by Heather O'Neill and Hard Child by Natalie Shapero.  Books Recommended:A Lesser Love by E. J. KohWhen We Lost Our Heads by Heather O’NeillThe Naomi Letters by  Rachel MenniesBlack Cake by Charmaine WilkersonHard Child by Natalie ShaperoAgatha Christie and the Eleven  Missing Days by Jarod KaidThe M...
2022-02-1428 minTales Around The Campfire
Tales Around The Campfire27. Robert Blake & Bonnie Lee BakleySend us a textIn this episode Rebecca tells us all about the murder of Bonnie Lee Bakley. We would love to hear from you, get in touch below: Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/talesaroundthecampfirepodcastEmail us at: talesaroundthecampfire@gmail.com
2021-09-281h 19The Quiet Carriage
The Quiet CarriageStory Time - Michael Fitzgerald, Karyn Sepulveda, Nikki Blake & Alison DavisThe show about books and their authors, presented by Paul J. Laverty. On today's Story Time edition we hear exclusive extracts from three new books read by their authors: Pieta by Michael Fitzgerald (Transit Lounge) The Women's Circle by Karyn Sepulveda (Ventura Press) & Nikki Blake & Alison Davis reading their stories from the short story collection Twice Not Shy (Night Parrot Press). This episode first appeared on Castlemaine's 94.9 Main FM & the Community Radio Network.
2021-08-201h 00Solid Six
Solid SixEpisode 67: The ShallowsJosh, Alison and Brady surf The Shallows - Jaume Collet-Serra's 2016 survival horror movie starring Blake Lively and a bad ass shark that would make Jaws proud.Plus!Sweet Charity, The Green Knight, Pig, Magnum Force, Punisher: War Zone, A Simple Favor, 127 Hours, Krav Maga, kickboxing, Tushys, and Pesto Utahhhh!Don't forget! 🍿 Leave us a voicemail! We’ll play it on the show. Letterboxd: Alison, Josh, BradyEmail us - podcast@solidsix.netFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
2021-08-062h 02No Time to Waste
No Time to Waste32. Death Doula Oceana Sawyer | What Dying is LikeOceana Sawyer is a former corporate trainer at companies like HP and Levi Strauss now turned death doula. Just like birth doulas who help bring babies into this world at the beginning of life, a death doula helps actualize the emotional and spiritual wishes of the dying at the end of life.For anyone who’s ever wanted to know what dying’s like, in this conversation Oceana details every single step of her father’s passing and the experience was far more beautiful than I ever would have expected. The more I learn about what happens at the...
2021-05-3149 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Removing “Just” with Guest Emerson CollinsThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, actor, producer, writer, Blake’s better half Emerson Collins. They get into what it means to have a side hustle, the need to remove the safety net, what it means to commit to your craft and so much more. You really don’t want to miss this. Today’s Reveal: How and where did Blake and Emerson meet? Play along and get the answer on Patreon “It’s about the work. Not the reward.” ~Emerson Collins You Can Follow Emerson at: I...
2021-05-261h 05The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Surviving Our First SeasonThis week, Blake and Alison look back at their first season and talk about what they’ve learned, share some guest updates, and share their Rose & Thorn for the season. Today’s Reveal: What is your favorite moment from the Real Housewives franchise? Play along and get the answer on Patreon “Let Your Creative Spirit Flag Fly!” ~Blake & Alison You Can Follow the ConArtist at: FB: @theconartistpod IG: @theconartistpod TikTok: @theconartistpod Become a member on Patreon: patreon.com/theconartistpodcast Yo...
2021-05-1956 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Committing to the BitThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, award winning casting director, Steven Tylor O'Connor. They get into what it’s been like casting through Zoom, how he got started on his journey, the joy of the industry and he shares some tips and tricks for actors who are walking in the room.  Don’t miss this one. Today’s Reveal: We share our craziest audition stories Play along and get the answer on Patreon “Do the Best Job you can do. They chose You.” ~Steven Tylor O’Connor You Ca...
2021-05-1256 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Manifesting What You WantThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, Self Help Comedy Queen, Leah Knauer.  They get into what it looks like to manifest and how it is more practical than woo woo.  Leah shares her journey as an actor and how improv changed the game for her.  And it wouldn’t be complete without talking about what comes next.  Enjoy this episode, and when  you’re ready start manifesting with us. Today’s Reveal: Alison shares her Robert Goulet story. Play along and get the answer on Patreon “Whe...
2021-05-0556 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Trusting the JourneyThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, Actor, Director, Transformational Mentor, Brionne Davis.  They get into what it’s like to trust the process, letting go of the need to know, the collaborative process on set and a fun little tangent about “To Catch a Predator”. This is an episode you can’t miss. Today’s Reveal: “What is the first thing you want to do when the world reopens?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “Let go of knowing what to do.” ~Brionne Davis You Can Follow B...
2021-04-2852 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Celebrating the WinsThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guests, actors from the hit Netflix show, Queen’s Gambit, Russell & Matthew Dennis Lewis. They get into what it’s like to have something hit big during the Pandemic, what it’s like to work with your brother and what got them into acting in the first place.  They also get into future plans and what we can be looking out for. Today’s Patreon Trivia: “Whose music video was Courtney Cox in at the beginning of her career?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon
2021-04-2147 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Sharing Your StoryThis week, Blake and Alison get into why it’s so hard to share their own stories and where the Imposter Syndrome has popped up for them.  They also get into staying inspired, what is it like to tiptoe back out in the world and leaping forward. Today’s Reveal: “When was a time that you felt like the ultimate badass?” Find out the Reveal on Patreon “How do you want to live?” ~Blake & Alison You Can Follow the ConArtist at: FB: @theconartistpod IG: @thecona...
2021-04-1457 minI BUlieve
I BUlieve13. IBUlieve: Special Guest "Jennifer Edwards" BUlievesActress, writer, author ... and loving mother,  Jennifer Edwards, joins husband and wife duo, Alison Pothier and Jules Williams for this episode of IBULIEVE.  Renowned for her starring role in the NBC television movie Heidi  and its role in rewriting sports television after interrupting an NFL playoffs game between the New York Jets and Oakland Raiders,  Jennifer shares her story of the infamous 'Heidi Bowl' ... and how universal irony righted what had been written.   Speaking about how her beliefs and experiences have shaped her life, Jennifer reflects on the spiri...
2021-04-0857 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Owning Your StoryThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, stand up comedian, actor and writer, Anastasia Washington. They reminisce about being a child actor, the wonders of the Oakwoods, and what really makes Anastasia the fabulous person she is today.  This is one you don’t want to miss. Today’s Patreon Trivia: “Which animated feature brings more money to Blake than all other Voiceover combined?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “Be Your Own Best Friend” ~Anastasia Washington You Can Follow Anastasia at: IG: @anastas...
2021-04-0752 minGoing North Podcast
Going North PodcastEp. 341.5 – “Playful Cheeks” with Dr. Alison J. Kay (@ajkbliss)“Most of our life is created from the thoughts we don’t hear.” - Dr. Alison J. Kay   Today’s bonus featured Award-Winning, #1 International Best-Selling Author is world-traveler, Energy Medicine Practitioner, Holistic Life Coach, Master Meditator, and the Founder of the Vibrational UPgrade™ System, Dr. Alison J. Kay. Dr. Alison and me have a fun on a bun chat about the power of nature, focusing on bliss instead of battles, and more!!!     Key Thing’s You’ll Learn: Why she likes to say she’s from Canada and other tips for overseas t...
2021-04-0149 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Taking Your Idea to RealityThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, tv writer and actress, Camille Corbett. She shares how she’s been able to take her ideas and turn them into reality, what it takes to get your voice heard in Hollywood and how she was able to find her escape in books.  This is a woman who is truly going somewhere.  Listen and get inspired. Today’s Patreon Trivia: “What was Meghan Markle’s first television appearance?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “Write what you want and keep advocating f...
2021-03-1746 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Fully Expressing YourselfThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, Jackie Cox, season 12 contestant on RuPaul’s Drag Race and Diva Extraordinaire.  They get into Jackie’s origin story, how she found her voice and true expression through drag, how to deal with on-line haters and what she’s looking most forward to coming out of quarantine. Sit back and enjoy this oh so fun interview. Today’s Patreon Reveal: “What is your best/worst Karen story?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “Make your own Sandbox.” ~Jackie Cox You Can Fo...
2021-03-1058 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist's Guide to Taking a PauseSometimes our health has to be the priority.  New episodes coming next week. You Can Follow the ConArtist at: FB: @theconartistpod IG: @theconartistpod Become a member on Patreon: patreon.com/theconartistpodcast You can follow Blake on IG @blakemciver You can follow Alison on IG @thealisonrobertson We are now available on Amazon Music
2021-03-0300 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Throwing the Rules Out the WindowThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special guest, Matthew Scott Montgomery, an actor, playwright, singer and all around fabulous human being.  He got his start on the Disney show, Sunny Without a Chance and has been creating joy for everyone ever since. Alison and Blake talk to Matthew about what it’s like to be in the industry on a fast track and what it looks like on the other side.  This is a person who truly understands the word, persevere. And just because there’s no way not to, they get into the new New York...
2021-02-2459 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Following Your SparkThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special Guest Krysta Furioso, an amazing bead weaver. They get into finding your spark at a young age, what it’s like to live in an artist community, how best to represent your culture and how to properly ask about cultural appropriation. So much insight and beauty in this week’s episode.  You don’t want to miss it. Today’s Trivia: “When were the earliest known European beads?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “You can create your space anywhere. Create it for you and fo...
2021-02-1747 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to COVID-itisIt feels like we are all hitting a wall with COVID-19.  But we still need to hang on.  Blake and Alison talk this week about what we can still do to stay ready for when things start to open back up. They get into active self-care, re-entry anxiety, and the new way forward. And as always, they get into imposter syndrome and what you can do now to stop it. Today’s Trivia: “What would be in our starter pack for highschool?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “It is not t...
2021-02-1045 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist's Guide to the Quick PivotIf you haven't already started the episode, quick disclaimer, this is a re-release of episode 2.  We had a new episode recorded with a fabulous guest. But when the files were opened to edit, only six minutes had been recorded.  Mercury Retrograde has hit home. So if you haven't listened to this episode yet, please enjoy, and if you have, see if you get anything new out of the episode. We will have a brand new episode up next week. A Con Artist’s Guide to the Apocalypse (Again) Wi...
2021-02-031h 07The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Flipping the ScriptThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special Guest Dia Frampton. As a singer/songwriter, actress she shares what it takes to be creative during the pandemic. They even get down and dirty about communication and what it takes to make any relationship work. She even shares what it was like to be on season one of The Voice.  You don’t want to miss this one. Today’s Trivia: “Winner of Season 2 on The Voice, Jermaine Paul, started his career as a featured back up singer for which multi-Grammy winning artist?” Play along and get...
2021-01-2750 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Milestone BirthdaysThis week we celebrate Alison’s 50th Birthday.  Alison and Blake bring on some of her nearest and dearest and let them share all the great Alison stories, well almost all of them.  This is a big birthday and Alison is excited to get to share it with our podcast audience. No trivia this week, just lots of laughs and fun memories. “I have so many stories to share...I just don’t think they’re safe to share here” ~Every single special guest You Can Follow the ConArtist at:
2021-01-2055 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to the 2021 Paradigm ShiftThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special Guest, astrological coach, Gina Piccalo. They get into how she got into the coaching that she does, her journey from debunking astrology to finding the language to discuss it, and all that keeps her grounded.  They do a fun Chart Reading about why Blake and Alison work so well together.  And Gina gives some insight into what could be expected in 2021 and beyond. Today’s Trivia: “In what recent administration was there an astrologer on the White House staff?” Play along and get the answer on Pat...
2021-01-1349 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindBONUS Straight Talk with Alison Robertson-COVID-19This week, we are bringing you a Bonus episode. Blake and Alison are practicing a little self care and we will be back with brand new episodes on January 13th. This week Alison sits down with 3 experts in the medical field and gets some Straight Talk about COVID-19.  Join Dr. Mary Totten, Sandy Smith RN and Lt. Oren Mayer from the CDC as they give advice on how to navigate this time and how to continue to stay safe and healthy. Enjoy! You Can Follow the ConArtist at: FB: @theconartistpod ...
2021-01-0655 minThe Self Advocate
The Self AdvocateHoliday SpecialIt's the Holiday Special! I talk with Kieran Rose of the Autistic Advocate, Monique Neilson of possAbilities, Dorothy Ellen Palmer, Kait Blake of Kickstart Disability Arts and Culture, and Amy Amantea of AMI. I also play holiday music for some holiday cheer! If you have a question or concern, please email me at alison.mira.klein@gmail.com.
2020-12-231h 00The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Surviving and Thriving the Holidays on Lock DownThis week, Blake and Alison go down memory lane of what holidays are like for only children. They remember some of their favorite traditions and some that they’re ready to see go by the wayside. They get into how to mentally prepare yourself for the very different Holidays that are 2020. Ways to help this Holiday Season : *Project Angel Food *Adopt a Family *Black Fairy Godmother Today’s Trivia: “How far back does the tradition of the Fruit Cake recipe go?” Play along and get the answer on Patre...
2020-12-1652 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Artistic Performance vs. Creative PerformanceThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special Guest Michael Bluestein. A pianist, keyboardist, singer/songwriter, composer and record producer, he has been a member of the rock band Foreigner since 2008. They get into What allows him to continue creating, gives him drive during the pandemic, his inspirations and what it was like the first time he went out on tour with Foreigner. If you’re an artist, you don’t want to miss all the great things shared by this amazingly talented man. Today’s Trivia: “Why is the band named Foreigner?” Play along and get th...
2020-12-0954 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Staying Positive While Testing NegativeThis week, Blake and Alison get into what it means to work to have a positive mindset in a time full of high stress and anxiety.  It can be as simple as looking outside yourself and helping where possible. Taking a moment to find the positivity in a somewhat dark situation. Allowing your creativity to fully come out during this time. And maybe indulge in an Uncrustable or two. You can check out FitOn HERE--Free Exercise-Great way to get the body moving while stuck at home. Today’s Trivia: “Who achieved EGOT status at the...
2020-12-0249 minThis Is Awful
This Is AwfulThe Hadley MurdersIn this episode Alison shocks Trevor with the double homicide of Blake and Mary-Jo Hadley.Sources:Nathaniel Rich for Rolling StoneUSAToday.comTCPalm.comMyCrimeLibrary.comABCNews.comCause of the Week:Youth Mental Health ProjectYMHProject.org
2020-11-2651 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to GratitudeThis year the Holidays are going to look a little different. Alison & Blake get into what it truly means to live in Gratitude.  Covering everything from how to translate gratitude into art, how to combat the Imposter Syndrome asking “Am I worthy?”, how to express kindness through gratitude and so much more. Whatever you celebrate, however you celebrate, try being in that space of gratitude and let us know how it goes. Alison’s favorite Gratitude App: Happy Tappers Today’s Trivia: “How many floats were in the very first Macy’s Day parade, in 1...
2020-11-2545 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Cult Mentality with Guest Jane BordenThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special Guest Jane Borden. As an author and culture journalist, she contributes regularly to the Washington Post, Vanity Fair as well as many other publications.  On this episode of the Con Artist they get into her latest article with Vanity Fair, “What is it About California and Cults?” Talking about how imposter syndrome can affect the mindset when it comes to cult influence and how she finds Stand Up allows her more freedom in her writing.  You don’t want to miss this one. Today’s Trivia: “Which member of...
2020-11-1853 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Anxiety and Depression**Trigger Warning-The topic of suicide is talked about this week** This week, Blake and Alison go in depth with anxiety and depression.  They get into the 5 major anxiety disorders and they talk about how it has personally impacted them. Sharing their stories and some family stories around diagnosis and ways they have learned to cope with their own feelings.  Especially now is this uncertain time. If you need help, do not be afraid to reach out and ask for it.  Here are a few places to get you stared: Better...
2020-11-111h 05The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Cancel CultureThis week, Blake and Alison dive into the ever controversial subject of Cancel Culture. When is it effective? When is it problematic? And what do you do when you are the one being “canceled”. Today’s Trivia: “Beyonce made her big screen debut in what movie?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “If we replaced cancel culture with critical thinking, we’d have empathetic conversations instead of emotional reactions. And, by talking, we learn to separate honest mistakes from actual hate” ~The Captain You Can Follow the ConArtist at:
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The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Coping when you’re Multi-Passionate with Guest Alisha GaddisThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special Guest Alisha Gaddis. This multi-passionate performer knows what it means to wear many hats. Writer/Actor/Producer and Member of the Grammy/Emmy winning band, The Lucky Band she brings her unique optimism and wisdom to the show this week. They jump into what it means to have a multi-passionate life, how it can affect confidence and how to not lose one's sense of “speciality” while going from genre to genre. Today’s Trivia: “What was the first musical to win the Pulitzer Prize for drama?” Play along and...
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The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to Setting Your Mindset with Guest Nyaniso DzedzeThis week, Blake and Alison talk with special Guest AMAA Award nominated actor most recently known for his starring role as Adult Simba in Beyonce’s Disney Film, ‘Black Is King’, dancer and change maker, Nyaniso Dzedze. They get into what it’s like to truly follow your purpose. What it means to find your emotional health. And how great it feels to be exactly where you’re meant to be. Today’s Trivia: “In the original 1994 animated Disney’s The Lion King, what was the last spoken line of dialogue?” Play along and get the answer on Patr...
2020-10-2157 minThe Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative Mind
The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA Con Artist’s Guide to the ApocalypseWith so much happening in the world right now, Alison & Blake wanted to share about some of the issues that are affecting them daily and how to help everyone cope.  Sometimes it’s just nice to hear someone say “It’s okay to not be okay right now.” This is a time unlike any other and we are all learning how to navigate through this new space. You can check out Zakiya’s Pass the Mic Live Videos with Kelli O’Hara here Black Owned Businesses you can start supporting right now: Castamira &n...
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The Con Artist Podcast: The Art of Confidence through the Creative MindA ConArtist’s Guide to Starting a PodcastWelcome to the ConArtist Podcast Hello New Listener!!  So excited you’ve joined us on this journey.  In the premiere episode, Alison & Blake get into why they wanted to start the podcast, how they met and what motivates them in times of uncertainty.  They also get into the Imposter Syndrome and the Archetypes that it can be broken down into. Today’s Trivia: “What year was the first Air Jordan tennis shoe released?” Play along and get the answer on Patreon “The reason we struggle with insecurity is because...
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