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ILLUMENATEEpisode 018: Risk, Authenticity, and Legacy with Mel FennerIn this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris sits down with Dr. Mel Fenner, an HBCU leader, technologist, and community builder whose journey from small-town Mississippi to the heights of higher education leadership is rooted in purpose, authenticity, and service. With over 20 years of experience in IT and a deep belief in mentoring and legacy-building, Mel brings a heartfelt and thoughtful perspective.Mel shares how his drive stems from seeing others grow—whether his own children, younger colleagues, or student employees. He reflects on his early exposure to science and technology, nurtured by supportive parents and ra...2025-07-1542 min
ScoreboardEpisode 60: Mel Jones on Commentary Calls, Leadership Off the Field & Cricket with PurposeIn Episode 60 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Mel Jones—former Australian cricketer, trailblazing commentator, and driving force in cricket diplomacy—for a wide-ranging chat on sport, service, and shifting gears.Mel shares the story of how getting dropped from the Australian team unexpectedly opened the door to a commentary career—one she hadn’t planned, but now shapes the way the world watches women’s cricket. She reflects on growing up between backyard battles and Windies inspiration, coaching a club to a long-awaited flag, and finding pride not just i...2025-05-0833 min
RELENTLESS: Life On Your TermsRelentless Season 6, Episode 13 - Feat. Mel GholamiWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oteZZqsJ8u8💡 From Immigrant to CEO: How Mel Gholami Built a Multi-Award-Winning Company 💡This week on Relentless: Life on Your Terms, I sat down with Mel Gholami, Founder & CEO of Planix Projects, to unpack her journey from an Iranian immigrant to a leader in Australia's property and infrastructure sector.🔥 We cover:✅ Finding a gap in the market and turning it into a thriving business✅ Why most business owners earn less than their employees at the start...2025-04-0230 min
The Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – Unlocking Health: The Secrets of Nervous System Healing with Mel Hopper Koppelman
Unlocking Health: The Secrets of Nervous System Healing with Mel Hopper Koppelman
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About the Guest(s):
Mel Hopper Koppelman is a highly esteemed health professional serving as the Program Director at Synthesis Health Lab. With over 15 years of clinical experience, she has developed a cutting-edge approach that integrates Chinese medicine, functional medicine, and developmental neurology. Mel holds two master’s degrees and is known for her ability to address complex chronic health conditions such as chronic fatigue, autoimmune disorders, and fibromyalgia, especially when traditional methods have not yielded re...2025-03-3036 min
RELENTLESS: Life On Your TermsRelentless Season 6, Episode 9 Feat. Mel YuWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iKO3pPbdF5s🚀 Trust is central to all brand building.🚀This week, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Mel Yu – an international keynote speaker, brand-building expert, and the powerhouse behind MCO Events.We dove deep into a topic that every business owner, entrepreneur, and content creator needs to hear: Authenticity in Branding.💡 Posting content just to drive sales? People see right through that.💡 Building trust and real connections? That’s how you create lasting success.Mel shared h...2025-03-0424 min
Sustainability For SinnersMel Gavin: Retrofitting, Environmental Skeptics, Capitalism, Sketchy Climate Solutions, ImmigrationMel and I have worked together on a couple of projects relating to energy efficiency and carbon reductions.His thoughts and insights on ourattempts at transitioning to a low carbon economy and to a more sustainable world are invaluable. Why? Because he literally has on the ground experience with so many different types of projects and can see the good and bad in how they are all progressing, quite unlike the classic 'armchair intellectual' in a university (no offence) or the government bureaucrat who only ever sits behind his or her desk (take some...2025-02-1249 min
The Show Up Fitness PodcastNutrition & Exercise During Pregnancy w/ RD MelSend us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Learn all about nutrition with the Show Up Fitness Nutrition Coach Certification. Showupfitness.comGet access to celebrated nutrition experts like Mrs. Mel IG: nutritionbynel who has a deep passion for supporting pregnant and postpartum athletes, joins us for a thought-provoking conversation. Together, we promise to unravel the myths surrounding diet and exercise during pregnancy, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed choices. From tackling misconceptions about dietary restrictions to highlighting the importance of consuming essential nutrients, Miss Mel offers i...2025-01-1151 min
BlahCade Pinball PodcastThe 2024 State of Zen with Mel KirkOur annual discussion with Zen Studios COO Mel Kirk is here to talk all things pinball that happened in 2024 and a sneak peak at what to expect in 2025.
It is fantastic to hear things from the source and fuel speculation of what will come.
Thank you to all of those who sent questions in for Mel.
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Here and EireEpisode Eight - All the way from Kenya - It's Mel!This week, Rob connects with his old college friend Mel, an Austrian-born French American who has spent the past 13 years in Kenya. Her unique background makes for an incredibly compelling story.Mel, a graduate in war studies and human rights, stands out as one of the most insightful individuals we've spoken to on the podcast. Her journey began with her parents who worked for the United Nations, giving her a rich multicultural foundation. Then, what started as a three-month field trip in Kenya transformed into an extensive and impactful adventure, filled with highs and lows...2024-10-241h 00
Ending Body Burnout Show81. Fully Connected & Finding Energy & Joy with Mel KettleChris & Filly are joined with Mel Kettle, a trusted mentor in the leadership space. I’ve been reading Mel’s book Fully Connected: How Great Leaders Prioritise Themselves, Reclaim Their Energy & Find Joy recently, and asked Mel onto the show as I love her approach to putting the self first, in order to change the way that leaders lead and company cultures “do work”. This will be a great listen if you’re a leader or employee stuck in toxic busy-ness, and yearning for a new way of being.
About Mel Kettle
Mel Kettle...2024-10-0749 min
View From The PughMel Gibson back in spotlight with "Passion of the Christ" sequel, 'Lethal Weapon 5'Chris Pugh, Robert McCune and Craig Shoup talk about Mel Gibson's new project and Saturday Night Live's 50 anniversary season.
Links:
Mel Gibson https://deadline.com/2024/09/mel-gibson-direct-lethal-weapon-5-the-passion-of-the-christ-1236099755/
Saturday Night Live https://deadline.com/2024/09/snl-first-promo-50th-anniversary-season-jean-smart-1236099613/2024-10-0138 min
The Chris Harder Show5 Income Streams to Create True Wealth & Financial Freedom with Mel AbrahamWant to take your wealth to a whole new level? My good friend, Mel Abraham, is back to share the framework to not only transform your finances and create the wealth you currently dream about, but the opportunity to change the financial future of your family for generations! Mel shares how having financial freedom gave him the ability to fight his cancer diagnosis without worrying about money, and 5 key income streams to achieve true financial independence. Get ready to take action on the strategies outlined in his book, "Building Your Money Machine”. Plus, stay tuned to hear about the gi...2024-06-2441 min
Freedom From AlcoholMel's Story || 13 Months Alcohol-FreeOne of our clients, Mel, joins Chris to talk about his inspiring alcohol-free journey. At the time of recording, Mel was at 13 months alcohol-free & loving life!Is YOUR story next?Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of e...2024-06-1828 min
Corbetting With ChrisMel Wade - The Man Who Brought Better Crawl, Desert Fast & Cool King Bling Under Your Jeep Wrangler!From humble beginnings in a single bay shop in Fullerton CA., to running one of most successful Jeep aftermarket companies in the country. Mel Wade, owner of EVO Manufacturing & Off-Road Evolution shop has faced many challenges over the last 30 years. I catch up with Mel about how he started out, why Jeeps, his kids Melvin & Harley, the passing of Lisa and his new chapter with Melissa.2024-05-172h 36
Hear No EvilEp.15 Mel Ignatow, Double Jeopardy, Tijuana Law SchoolWe dig into the life of a over compensating asshole and the tragic death of Brenda Shaefer.
When Brenda meets Mel Ignatow, her life takes an eerie turn that leads her down a path of confusion and fear. Follow us as we delve deeper into Mel's controlling nature, obsessive tendencies, and his seemingly innocent veneer. Through chilling accounts from Brenda's friends and family, we uncover a web of suspicion and mistrust.
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Empowered Educator: Leadership in Motion | Educational Leadership, Principal Leadership, Teachers as LeadersPart 2: Creating a Culture of Collaboration to Empower Teachers with Dr. Chris Jones *69Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Jones and I continue our conversation as we uncover the essence of fostering a vibrant school culture. He shares practical insights on communication, leadership, and time management, drawing from his wealth of experience in education.Join us as we explore the importance of cultivating a positive environment where teachers feel supported and students can thrive. Gain valuable tips on mentorship, feedback, and maintaining work-life balance in leadership roles.Whether you're an educator aspiring to lead or a seasoned professional seeking...2024-03-2921 minEmpowered Educator: Leadership in Motion | Educational Leadership, Principal Leadership, Teachers as LeadersPart 1: Creating a Culture of Collaboration to Empower Teachers with Dr. Chris Jones *68Send us a textToday, I interviewed Christopher Jones, a high school principal, discussing his approach to leadership and building a supportive culture. Chris emphasized teacher empowerment and engagement as key to student success. He described fostering a sense of belonging through gratitude in faculty meetings and activities like defining and sharing personal "whys." We also discussed creating a vision of the graduate and measuring progress toward it. Chris highlighted the importance of recognizing the human side of educators, especially during challenging times like the pandemic.Dr. Chris Jones is a seasoned educator f...2024-03-2223 min
Barely Living The DreamCatchin' Up With ChrisWe're back with a new episode with Chris Warren, who brings us up to date on all the sets he's been working on for the past 3+ years! Chris has been making movie magic across varied states and genres with folks like Ron Perlman, Danny Trejo, Esai Morales, Eden Brolin, and the late Tom Sizemore.He also reunited with a few MYSTERY SPOT MVP’s (Graham Skipper, Ken Whiting, and Cyrus Rodas ) to shoot Graham’s new feature, THE LONELY MAN WITH THE GHOST MACHINE which is premiering soon. We talk about all that and more on this one.2024-02-261h 03
The Herbalist's PathUsing Naturopathy, Food, & Herbs For Healthier People & Planet with Chris Alstat of Eclectic HerbsMeet the brilliant woman Chris Alstat, the powerhouse behind Eclectic Herbs in Sandy, Oregon! As a naturopathic physician, mom, teacher, and all-around compassionate business guru, Chris spills the herbal tea on her adventure from '90s New Zealand to the herbal haven she's cultivated today. Eclectic Herb, founded by the visionary Dr. Ed Alstat, flips the script on herb preservation—cue the freeze-drying magic to lock in all that nutritional goodness.We got to dive into Chris's 16-year love story with her late husband Ed, witnessing Eclectic Herb evolve from a physician's secret to a health food st...2023-12-2150 minBlahCade Pinball PodcastEnd of 2023 Interview with Zen's Mel KirkIt's an annual tradition of having Zen COO Mel Kirk join us to discuss everything happening with Zen Studios and reflect upon what was a massive year for the studio.
We discuss Pinball M, AtGames ALP 4K, and what to expect in 2024.
The interview is shorter than the ones we have done in the past because we used to ask about development stuff, which Mel is no longer close enough to.
Interview summary is available from https://www.blahcadepinball.com/blahcade-269/2023-12-1732 min
There's Bits In My Soup!Ep 28 - It's My DornkHappy Hallow's Eve!
Today we take a story from r/LetsNotMeet where we find out that Anastasia Romonov is still alive!!!!!!!! (jk). We go on little tangents, but what else is new with us?
So please, join us for some hardy, savoury, and chunky cackles!
xoxo,
Go Piss Girl (AKA Chris & Mel)
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Intro & Instrumental by Aden (Instagram) - @aaltamirano99
Follow us on Instagram! - @theresbitsinmysoup
Chris's Instagram - @cdywanski
Mel's Instagram - @purplemelonade
Submit your stories! - theresbitsinmysoup@gmail...2023-10-311h 12There's Bits In My Soup!Ep 27 - Uh oh...Uh oh... we're.... back?
So please, join us for some hardy, savoury, and chunky cackles!
xoxo,
Go Piss Girl (AKA Chris & Mel)
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Intro & Instrumental by Aden (Instagram) - @aaltamirano99
Follow us on Instagram! - @theresbitsinmysoup
Chris's Instagram - @cdywanski
Mel's Instagram - @purplemelonade
Submit your stories! - theresbitsinmysoup@gmail.com2023-10-271h 03There's Bits In My Soup!Ep. 26 - Never Forget (Amy's Version)Hello hello Brotherins,
Thanks for being patient with us while we start gearing up for the biggest changes in our personal lives. We'll be back soon.
So please, join us for some hardy, savoury, and chunky cackles!
xoxo,
Go Piss Girl (AKA Chris & Mel)
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Intro & Instrumental by Aden (Instagram) - @aaltamirano99
Follow us on Instagram! - @theresbitsinmysoup
Chris's Instagram - @cdywanski
Mel's Instagram - @purplemelonade
Submit your stories! - theresbitsinmysoup@gmail.com2023-09-1253 min
Building Your Money MachineHow to Expand Your Money Thinking with Chris HarderBuckle up because today we're about to take a ride that will completely change the way you think about money and wealth.I had the privilege of stepping into the guest's seat as my dear friend, Chris Harder, invited me to share my insights on expanding your money thinking.This conversation was so golden that I just had to share it with all of you. We're diving deep into frameworks, uncovering essential steps, exploring the lessons from mistakes, and even crunching some numbers. Get ready to be inspired as Chris Harder and I p...2023-08-2831 minThe Chris Harder ShowHere Is The Roadmap To Your Financial Freedom With Financial Expert Mel AbrahamMel Abraham, an expert in business and finance, joins me today to share his wisdom on achieving a solid and abundant retirement, securing financial freedom, and making deliberate choices with your money. With all of the social media misinformation and the need for actual business experience from the people teaching business, Mel is the real deal. When building wealth, effective planning, strong financial muscles, and a conscious path are essential. In our conversation, Mel reassures you that you can transform your trajectory regardless of your situation, age, or background. He shares his tools for navigating your wealth...2023-08-1444 minThere's Bits In My Soup!Ep. 25 - Hi Barbie!Hi Barbie!
Be what you wanna be, B-A-R-B-I-E (Or just a bridezilla/nice guy Mississauga Man)
Imagine asking your bridesmaids to go from a size 12 to a size 8 because they're "too fat to be in the photos" but you "would love" them to be there. That's an ex-nay my sister.
Imagine being a guy named Andrew from a little region called Mississauga Ontario (Not little). It's rough.
So please, join us for some hardy, savoury, and chunky cackles!
xoxo,
Go Piss Girl (AKA Chris & Mel)
________________________2023-08-141h 20There's Bits In My Soup!Ep. 24 - and also squealing (birthday special)It's Leo season. It's our birthdays.
So please, join us for some hardy, savoury, and chunky cackles!
xoxo,
Go Piss Girl (AKA Chris & Mel)
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Intro & Instrumental by Aden (Instagram) - @aaltamirano99
Follow us on Instagram! - @theresbitsinmysoup
Chris's Instagram - @cdywanski
Mel's Instagram - @purplemelonade
Submit your stories! - theresbitsinmysoup@gmail.com2023-08-061h 16The Show Up Fitness PodcastHow to become a Nutrition Coach w/ SUF-NC | RD Mel Sulaver | Small group outdoor programming | NCCA Accreditation | Failed NASM twiceSend us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Ready to redefine your approach to nutrition coaching and skyrocket your career? This episode is your golden ticket as we sit down with Mel Sulaver, our team’s registered dietitian, to unravel the path to becoming a bona fide nutrition coach. We cover everything from crafting individualized programs, understanding the roles and differences among nutrition coaches, nutritionists, and dietitians, to acing our Show Up Fitness nutrition course. Mel also offers her expert advice on rebounding if you stumble on the NASA exam!2023-08-0349 min