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["It's YOUR f'ing journey!", "It's YOUR f'ing journey!"]Embracing the Challenge: My London Marathon ExperienceSend us a textSummaryIn this episode, Melissa McWeeny shares her exhilarating experience of running the London Marathon, detailing her preparation, the challenges she faced, and the emotional journey of traveling alone. She emphasizes the importance of community support, mental strategies for endurance, and the personal growth that comes from stepping out of one's comfort zone. Through her story, she inspires listeners to take action towards their own goals and to embrace the journey of self-discovery.Donate to MS-UK!https://www.justgiving.com/page/melissahemming?utm_medium=FR...2025-05-051h 10
Sunshine Travelers PodcastEpisode 105 - Spring Travel Guide 2025: Rome, Tokyo, Paris & MoreAs winter melts away and the days grow longer, spring brings the perfect opportunity to refresh, reset, and explore. Whether you’re chasing cherry blossoms, craving culture, or simply looking to relax with fewer crowds and better weather, spring is one of the best times to travel (hello shoulder season in most places). We’ve rounded up some of the most sought-after destinations this season to help you plan your next great getaway. In this episode, we’ll give you the top 5 Spring Travel destinations and what will want to see in each location. Some links are affiliate links. See our d...2025-04-0837 min
Sunshine Travelers PodcastEpisode 103 - Hidden Gems in London: How to Get Off the Beaten PathOn this episode of Sunshine Travelers, we’re taking you off the beaten path in London. We’ve visited the city multiple times, so this trip was all about finding something new. From visiting the fictional home of Ted Lasso in Richmond to catching an unforgettable sunset view from the top of The Shard, we’re sharing a different side of London—beyond the usual tourist spots. If you’re looking for a fresh take on one of the world’s most iconic cities, this episode is for you.
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Theme Parks and PassportsFamily Travel for the AgesTraveling with family looks wildly different at every stage of life - from squeezing toddlers into cruise ship cabins to sharing a pint with your adult kids at a London pub. Join hosts Melissa Sanchez and Heidi Mackey in the debut episode of Theme Parks and Passports as they explore the evolving nature of family travel. From navigating cruise ship logistics with kids to planning multi-generational trips, discover how family vacations transform through different life stages. Key Themes:Family Travel Life Cycle - Family travel evolves through every life stage, starting as a...2025-03-1124 min
Embodying change: Transforming power, culture and well-being for people in aid58. “Navigating the storm” with Dr. Lucia BerdondiniIn today’s episode, we hear from Dr. Lucia Berdondini, a Gestalt therapist and humanitarian, who shares her journey and the importance of embodying change in times of crisis. She discusses how grief and uncertainty are affecting the humanitarian workforce amidst recent challenges, and how we can support ourselves and others through this transformative period.Key points:The power of "embodying change" and how it applies to both personal and professional crises.Grief and emotional responses in times of uncertainty: why they don’t follow a linear path.The role of community and peer support in n...2025-02-2142 min
Sunshine Travelers PodcastEpisode 99 - Sunshine Travelers Update and Where We Are Going Next
In this episode, Scott and Melissa discuss their travel plans for 2023, including trips to London, Iceland, and Alaska. They share tips for planning itineraries, the excitement of travel, and the importance of exploring new places. The couple also highlights their upcoming group trip to Antarctica and their commitment to helping others travel better through their agency, Sunshine Travelers.
Key Takeaways from this Episode!
The excitement of travel often begins with planning.
London offers endless opportunities for exploration and new experiences.
Stopovers can enhance travel experiences, like visiting Iceland.
Group travel can provide unique opportunities fo...2025-02-1836 min
Taught: The PodcastOvercoming Burnout: Embracing Self-Love and Transformation with Jamie London WollbergSend us a textImagine waking up daily feeling utterly exhausted, yet pretending everything is fine. That's a reality many of us, especially educators, face with burnout. Together with burnout expert and spiritual guide, Jamie London Wollberg, we explore the roots of burnout and discuss powerful tools like the self-love audit and Healing Beyond Burnout webinar that can lead to genuine transformation.Burnout isn't exclusive to teachers; it's a silent epidemic affecting nurses, IT professionals, first responders, and more. Jamie shares a compelling narrative of a "tri-awakening" experience, where burnout impacted not just physical health...2025-01-3153 minSunshine Travelers PodcastEpisode 90 - Travel Letdowns and Highlights: Our Best and Worst Experiences of 2024 ReviewedWelcome to this episode of the Sunshine Travelers Podcast, where we’re reflecting on our adventures from this past year! Join us as we revisit the incredible destinations we’ve explored and rate them on three key factors: affordability, culture, and food. From savoring local flavors to immersing ourselves in unique traditions and navigating travel budgets, we’ll break down what made these places stand out—or fall short. Whether you’re planning your next getaway or just love hearing about new destinations, this episode is packed with tips, insights, and plenty of travel inspiration. Let’s dive in! Some links a...2024-12-171h 08
Product ThinkingEpisode 200: Building a Minimal Lovable Product with Tomer LondonGusto's Tomer London joins Melissa Perri in this episode of the Product Thinking podcast. As the co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Tomer shares his insights on building a lovable product experience in the fast-paced world of payroll and HR solutions. He discusses how Gusto stays committed to exceptional user experience amidst a growing and complex product portfolio. Tomer delves into the three key pillars of creating great user experiences – functionality, intuitiveness, and delight – and shares an engaging example of how celebrating payday can enhance emotional connections with customers. Tune in to learn how a focus on user-centric design and strategic thin...2024-12-0444 min
Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert233. Dr. Jason Smithson - Rubber Dam Tips and TricksJoin Journal Club Download my free guide to Internal Bleaching PDF Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off Qualified at the Royal London Hospital in 1995; achieving a number of awards including The Constance Klein Memorial, The Stafford Millar, and The Malcolm Jenkins Scholarships, The American Association of Endodontics Prize and the Overall Award for Clinical Dentistry. After spending 3 years in oral surgery residency in London and a fur...2024-08-1233 min
Embodying change: Transforming power, culture and well-being for people in aid47. Cultivating thriving workplaces with Leanne MaregaHow can we create a thriving workplace culture in the humanitarian sector? In today’s episode of Embodying Change, host Melissa Pitotti welcomes Leanne Marega, a pioneer in humanitarian workforce well-being and a founder of Thrive Worldwide. Leanne shares her journey from Interhealth Worldwide to founding Thrive Worldwide, emphasizing the critical role of culture in fostering thriving workplaces. You’ll hear about the importance of healthy boundaries, the challenges of leadership in times of crisis, and practical steps to create supportive work environments.Leanne also opens up about her personal battle with cancer and how it in...2024-08-1042 min
Sunshine Travelers PodcastEpisode 63 - Exploring the UK Beyond London: Our Top 5 Must-See UK DestinationsIn this episode, we want to highlight some options if you have been considering a trip to the UK, but don’t want to spend all of your time in London. There are so many options for travelers from across the world, and you will learn that there are just as many options outside of London that you are going to want to add into your travel destination list. Even if you live in the UK, this episode will definitely have you thinking about options for day and weekend trips to visit places that are straight from our recommendations. So gr...2024-06-1144 min
The Business of WellnessRevolutionizing At-Home FitnessWelcome back to The Business of Wellness! Today, host Jaclyn London, RD, sits down with Melissa Bentivoglio, the visionary CEO and Co-Founder of Frame. Frame is the first at-home, digitally-connected Pilates reformer and fitness device, changing the landscape of at-home fitness. Melissa shares her inspiring journey from ballet to entrepreneurship, offering insights into her innovative approach to fitness, the challenges of navigating the industry, raising capital, being a mom of three, and her vision for the future of at-home wellness technology. On this episode of The Business of Wellness Podcast: Melissa's Ballet Background and Career Tr...2024-05-301h 06
Tim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention Service As A Way Of LifeThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-1451 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention Applying The Programme To WorkThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-1352 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention Applying The Programme To RelationshipsThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-1250 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention ForgivenessThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-1146 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention We Will Know PeaceThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-1054 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention Getting Out Of SelfThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-0951 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention Starting A Relationship With A Higher PowerThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-0848 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention SponsorshipThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-0749 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention Surviving The First Year Of RecoveryThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-0652 minTim M London's AA + Al-Anon Talks2024 London AA Convention Waving The White FlagThese recordings were made at the 2024 London AA Convention. Within this convention, there was a sequence of ten sessions organised by Tim M, called 'A Path Through The Programme'. Hosts: Tim, Dan [O], Jimmy [M], Harry, Clare. Speakers: Tim, Charlie, Rawiri, Gøril, Sandy, Dan [L], Kara, Melissa, Tom, Jenny, Alan, Libby, Danielle, Tom, Jimmy [M], Harry, Jimmy [L], Alistair, and Hélène.
More materials here: https://first164.blogspot.com/2024-05-0554 min
Strong Sense of Place | Travel Through BooksLoLT: Immersive Theater and Two New BooksIn this episode, we’re excited two new books: The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft and Why We Remember: The Science of Memory and How It Shapes Us by Charan Ranganath. Then Dave shares his thrilling experience at Guys and Dolls in London.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/StrongSense and get on your way to being your best self.LinksThe Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer CroftFlights by Olga TokarczukExcerpt of The Extinction of Irena R...2024-03-2915 min
101 Stage AdaptationsWhat is End of Play.®? (Ep. 62)National Playwriting Month is approaching, and that means it's time for End of Play.®, the Dramatists Guild's annual month-long writing challenge for Playwrights, Composers, Lyricists, and Librettists! This is a segment of the End of Play.® interview Melissa had last year with Lily Dwoskin and Jordan Stovall from the Dramatists Guild.Resources MentionedEpisode 23End of Play.®Dramatists GuildAbout Our GuestsLily Dwoskin is a bookwriter, lyricist, & playwright based in New York. She is a graduate of NYU’s Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program. Her b...2024-03-2822 minStrong Sense of Place | Travel Through BooksLoLT: The Forty Elephants Girl Gang and Two New Books — 05 May 2023This is a replay of an episode featuring Dinner Party by Sarah Gilmartin and You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith. Then Dave tells the tale of remarkable women involved in London’s criminal underworld.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/StrongSense and get on your way to being your best self.LINKSDinner Party by Sarah GilmartinYou Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie SmithMaggie Smith’s website and TwitterLegal Design Podcast: Fig...2024-03-1509 min
101 Stage Adaptations15 - THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE by Lauren Gunderson (Ep. 46)*Subscribe to the 101 Stage Adaptations newsletter*Melissa was elated to chat with Lauren Gunderson about her brand new musical adaptation of The Time Traveller's Wife, which just premiered on London's West End. Lauren wrote the book, & the music & lyrics are by Dave Stewart & Joss Stone.In this episode, we discuss:How Lauren got the gig to adapt her favorite book of all timeWorking in LondonWhen to take notes and when to ignore them Her upcoming novel! And more!Resources MentionedThe Time Traveller's Wife2023-11-021h 23
Dramatically CorrectCheeky Thoughts: London EditionMelissa is back baby! Mel tells all about her London Trip, and the honeys get into the heap of Hollywood headlines you missed! The tea is English Breakfast this week, and its PIPING.2023-10-2137 min
The Happy Soul PodcastEpisode 15. Melissa & Sammi Banter - Trip to London and What is a Great Life?Join us Melissa and Sammi this week as we have another banter about travels to a farm in England, the lifestyle there, and what we have learned about what it means to live a great life.
Honestly, we feel a little philosophical in this episode but hey, it's our podcast, so we do what we want!
We had a ton of fun having this conversation.
After we chat about what the farm in England was like, we journey into mental overcomings that we have...2023-09-281h 06
Priorities on Purpose: Get Out of Survival Mode, Eliminate Distractions, Find Your Focus, and Grow With JesusMental health struggles and hope for the trial/error issues for those taking medication
Genetic Testing is changing the game and can change your life if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental illnesses.
If you're feeling trapped in a cycle of trial and error with mental health medications, trying medication after medication without finding the relief you desperately need, then you are not alone! It can be incredibly disheartening to put your hope and trust in a medication, only to experience frustrating side effects or little improvement in your symptoms. Despite your best efforts, you may be left feeling discouraged and hopeless, wondering if there is a better way to...2023-09-261h 03Priorities on Purpose: Get Out of Survival Mode, Eliminate Distractions, Find Your Focus, and Grow With JesusMental health struggles and hope for the trial/error issues for those taking medication
Genetic Testing is changing the game and can change your life if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental illnesses.
If you're feeling trapped in a cycle of trial and error with mental health medications, trying medication after medication without finding the relief you desperately need, then you are not alone! It can be incredibly disheartening to put your hope and trust in a medication, only to experience frustrating side effects or little improvement in your symptoms. Despite your best efforts, you may be left feeling discouraged and hopeless, wondering if there is a better way to...2023-09-261h 03
She's Got Content[SGC-25]-Create an Uncopyable Online Presence- The Three C's of Courageous Web Copy With Guest, Sarah WhitbreadIn this week's episode of the She's Got Content podcast, host Melissa Brown interviews Sarah Whitbread, a web copy and brand voice specialist from the UK. Sarah shares tips on crafting an unforgettable online presence and being confident in your authenticity through her three C's of courageous web copy.We discuss the importance of having a strong brand voice, understanding who you are through your values and goals, and the benefits of working with a copywriting expert to create effective web copy.Tune in to learn how you can create an uncopyable online presence with...2023-06-0732 min