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NBS Talk NelsonNBS In Your Community - Dancing for a CauseIn this episode we dive into one of Nelson Tasman’s most-loved fundraising events – NBS Dancing for a Cause!Host Chris Butler is joined by: 👠 Emma Silke French – Dancing for a Cause Trust 🏦 Gina Dellabarca – Chief Executive, NBS We talk ballroom beginnings, NBS’s community impact, and what to expect from this year’s spectacular two-night dance showdown at the Trafalgar Centre!🎟️ Tickets are selling fast – grab yours now via Eventfinda: 📍 Fri 16 & Sat 17 May 2025 | Trafalgar Centre, Nelsonhttps://dancingforacause.co.nz/...2025-05-0719 min
The Debt Free Dad Podcast338. Gina's Financial Turnaround: Paying Off $58,000 in DebtSubscribe to Simplify My Money:https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money Join Debt Free Dad founder, Brad Nelson, in today's episode as he welcomes Gina, a single 51-year-old accountant analyst, who turned her financial life around by paying off tens of thousands of dollars in debt. Gina shares her emotional and powerful journey from struggling with credit card debt and wage garnishment to making incredible financial progress. Learn about the pivotal changes she made, the support she received from the Roots community, and her strategies for budgeting and cutting unnecessary expenses. If you're feeling t...2025-04-2929 min
Anchored by the SwordErin Nelson's Freedom Story!Grief is a journey that reshapes us, and no one understands that better than Erin Nelson, co-author of When Grief Comes Home, which releases today. In this first episode of season 16, Erin shares her powerful story of loss—from the devastating plane crash that took her first husband’s life to the later loss of her son, Carter. Through these tragedies, she discovered the deep need for grief support, leading her to found Jessica’s House, a ministry that walks alongside children and families experiencing loss.
We’ll talk about:
•How Erin turned her...2025-02-0426 min
Selfless Esteem4 Sources of Comfort During the Grieving ProcessDear Selfless Esteem, I’ve been grieving the death of a loved one for years. I feel comforted at church because of my belief that we will be together in Heaven, but other than that, I don’t feel much better. I understand the grieving process lasts a lifetime, but I thought I would have healed a little bit by now. When will the pain decrease? Signed, Stuck in Bereavement .....Tune in to hear the answer. Ask a question and the answer could be featured in a blog post or podcast episode: Ask Sel...2025-01-2707 minSelfless Esteem5 Tips for Anger Management | Episode 29Dear Selfless Esteem, Anger management is not my greatest strength. Recently, I took my frustration out on a coworker by snapping at him and making a big deal out nothing. I’ve been this way all my life so how can I be any different? Signed, Short Fuse Tune in for the answer. For more information go to my website: https://www.ginaleggio.com You can submit an anonymous question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Anot...2025-01-2006 minSelfless EsteemThe Real Truth About GodToday's podcast answers the following anonymous question: Dear Selfless Esteem, I want to have a relationship with God, but I don’t know if God exists. And even if He does exist, I don’t know if He has given up on me because of all the mistakes I’ve made in my life. What do you think? Signed, Spiritually Confused For the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: https://www.ginaleggio.com You can submit an anonymous question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If...2025-01-1307 minSelfless Esteem5 Ways to Hear God's Voice | Episode 28Today's episode is about 5 ways to hear God's voice. Hi, I’m Gina Leggio. Having been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years, I’ve observed how the mental health field has emphasized self-esteem. I’ve also noticed how this can be counterproductive because it involves self-evaluation, which causes insecurity, anxiety, and more. I define Selfless Esteem as freedom from self-consciousness by focusing on our Creator, who is “the Beginning and the End” (Revelation 1:8). The result is joy and peace. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessest...2025-01-0605 minSelfless Esteem3 Uncommon New Years Resolution Ideas | Episode 27Here are 3 uncommon New Years Resolution Ideas for 2025. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide.org. If you’re in imminent danger, call 911. For other countries, see Wikipedia's list of suicide crisis lines. This podcast episode is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only and is...2024-12-3005 minSelfless EsteemA Bittersweet Christmas Special | Episode 26Today is Christmas Eve. Some of you are celebrating, some are grieving the loss of loved ones, some are exhausted from the past year, some are excited, some are unhappy, and some are all of the above. Is your Christmas mug half empty or half full? For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotl...2024-12-2406 minSelfless EsteemHow to Teach Children the True Meaning of Christmas | Episode 25Today's episode is about how to teach children the true meaning of Christmas. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide.org. If you’re in imminent danger, call 911. For other countries, see Wikipedia's list of suicide crisis lines. This podcast episode is meant for informa...2024-12-1608 min
Shine Within with Gina KunadianTransforming Health from Within: Jeanne Russell's Guide to Releasing Trapped Emotions and Finding BalanceIn this episode of the Shine Within Podcast, host Gina Kunadian sits down with Jeanne Russell, a certified Emotion Code, Body Code, and Belief Code practitioner, who shares her transformative journey into holistic healing. Jeanne’s work centers around helping individuals release trapped emotions, negative energies, and limiting beliefs to promote self-healing and a balanced life. She explains how these methods, developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson, address the root causes of physical and emotional pain, from trauma to chronic issues. Jeanne delves into her personal story, detailing how she discovered these healing modalities through her own struggles with chronic pa...2024-11-2736 minSelfless EsteemHow to be Grateful | Episode 22Today's episode is about how to be genuinely grateful and reap the benefits. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide.org. If you’re in imminent danger, call 911. For other countries, see Wikipedia's list of suicide crisis lines. This podcast episode is meant for informa...2024-11-2506 min
How to Split a Toaster: A Divorce Podcast About Saving Your RelationshipsMending Family Bonds: A Guide to Reunification Therapy with Gina Aguinaga • Your Divorce CaseReunification Therapy: Rebuilding Parent-Child Relationships During and After DivorceSeth Nelson and Pete Wright welcome psychotherapist Gina Aguinaga to explore one of the most challenging aspects of divorce: repairing fractured parent-child relationships. As part of their ongoing "Your Divorce Case" series, this episode dives deep into reunification therapy. Gina, who specializes in helping families navigate difficult divorces and separations, brings her expertise to this crucial conversation about healing broken family bonds.The episode examines the nuanced dynamics of parent-child estrangement during divorce, including both unintentional and intentional alienation behaviors. Seth and Pete guide the discussion...2024-11-1933 minSelfless EsteemGiving Thanks in Hard Times | Episode 21Today's episode is about giving thanks during hard times. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide.org. If you’re in imminent danger, call 911. For other countries, see Wikipedia's list of suicide crisis lines. This podcast episode is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only an...2024-11-1804 min
Gina Gardiner Tomorrows TalentGina Gardiner Tomorrows Talent with Clare CunninghamAbout Clare Cunningham:
Hailing from a tiny rural village called Collon, in Co. Louth, Ireland, Clare Cunningham is an independent, award-winning singer-songwriter, performing, touring, and recording artist. Her raspy, Celtic, soulful voice, with the ability to span across a multitude of genres, is what leads this young talented woman to be an extremely unique artist.
Clare's passion and calling lie in using her musical platform to bring awareness to mental and brain health, her faith, and her culture.
Having faced a lot of adversities in her own life, Clare feels she m...2024-11-151h 04Selfless EsteemHow To Stay Positive on a Bad Day | Episode 19Dear Selfless Esteem, Got any tips on how to stay positive when you’re having a bad day? Signed, Sometimes Happy For the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide.org. If you’re in imminent danger, call 911. For othe...2024-11-0407 minSelfless Esteem10 Traits of People, Who Don't Feel Anxious | Episode 18Dear Selfless Esteem, I’m so anxious every day and basically all day. It seems like other people aren’t as anxious as me. What’s their secret? Signed, Abnormally Anxious Tune in for the answer. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide...2024-10-2808 minSelfless EsteemMending a Broken Heart | Episode 17Dear Selfless Esteem, How do you heal a broken heart? Signed, Hurting Tune in for the answer. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide.org. If you’re in imminent danger, call 911. For other countries, see Wikipedia's list of suicide crisis lines...2024-10-2107 min
Gina Gardiner Tomorrows TalentGina Gardiner Tomorrows Talent with Clare CunninghamAbout Clare Cunningham:
Hailing from a tiny rural village called Collon, in Co. Louth, Ireland, Clare Cunningham is an independent, award-winning singer-songwriter, performing, touring, and recording artist. Her raspy, Celtic, soulful voice, with the ability to span across a multitude of genres, is what leads this young talented woman to be an extremely unique artist.
Clare's passion and calling lie in using her musical platform to bring awareness to mental and brain health, her faith, and her culture.
Having faced a lot of adversities in her own life, Clare feels she m...2024-10-181h 04Selfless EsteemFinding Hope in Difficult Times | Episode 16Dear Selfless Esteem, I feel so hopeless about everything that’s been going on in the world. I’m frustrated by how everything has affected me personally. I’m saddened by how others are suffering. And I’m worried that things will only get worse. Signed, Losing Hope Hi, I’m Gina Leggio. Having been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years, I’ve observed how the mental health field has emphasized self-esteem. I’ve also noticed how this can be counterproductive because it involves self-evaluation, which causes insecurity, anxiety, and more. I define...2024-10-1408 minSelfless EsteemA Holistic Approach to Panic Attacks | Episode 15Dear Selfless Esteem, I have panic attack symptoms practically every morning as soon as I wake up. I feel sudden, intense fear, my heart beats fast, and I hyperventilate. I feel better after a minute but throughout the day, my muscles are tense, I feel somewhat nervous, and my mind is overloaded. Signed, Scaredy Cat Tune in for the answer. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Sui...2024-10-0705 minSelfless Esteem4 Ideas to Revive Your Marriage | Episode 14Dear Selfless Esteem, My husband and I have been together now for over 20 years – whilst we get along and are good friends, I feel we simply don’t make time for each other anymore. I can see us getting to the stage when the kids flee the nest, we’ll end up divorced like so many other couples. I guess my question is: how to bring the fire back into our relationship? Thanks! Signed, Disgruntled Wife For the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com S...2024-09-3005 minSelfless EsteemWhat to Do If You're Looking for Love | Episode 13Dear Selfless Esteem, I am a young woman from another country and Ι am bilingual. My sister found a nice man here and they married, so how about me?!:) Signed, Looking for Love Hi, I’m Gina Leggio. Having been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years, I’ve observed how the mental health field has emphasized self-esteem. I’ve also noticed how this can be counterproductive because it involves self-evaluation, which causes insecurity, anxiety, and more. I define Selfless Esteem as freedom from self-consciousness by focusing on our Creator, who is “the...2024-09-2306 minSelfless EsteemHow To Stop Worrying About Money | Episode 12Dear Selfless Esteem, I’m so stressed about money. It seems like there’s never enough. It really consumes my thoughts. Sometimes, I lie awake at night worrying about money. What can I do to stop worrying about money? I wish I could win the lottery and then I wouldn’t worry anymore about finances. Signed, Worn Wallet For the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the...2024-09-1611 min
Heal Your HungerEp492: Dr. Gina Nick’s Healthy Pixie SticksIn this fun episode of The Heal Your Hunger Show, we're taking a sweet trip down memory lane with naturopathic physician Dr. Gina Nick as we chat about pixie sticks! Dr. Gina shares how she blended her love for holistic health with her creativity to create a unique product packed with glutathione, vitamin D3, magnesium, and glycine. We dive into why detoxification is so important and how these delicious pixie sticks can boost your health and mood. Plus, Dr. Gina reveals her exciting plans for a special retreat for moms and kids. Tune in for some great insights, special...2024-09-1223 minSelfless EsteemHow to Decrease Depressed Mood | Episode 11Dear Selfless Esteem, I feel so depressed sometimes that I don’t get out of bed. My family tells me to snap out of it or they try to cheer me up but it’s not helping. Signed, Singing the Blues Hi, I’m Gina Leggio. Having been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years, I’ve observed how the mental health field has emphasized self-esteem. I’ve also noticed how this can be counterproductive because it involves self-evaluation, which causes insecurity, anxiety, and more. I define Selfless Esteem as freedom fr...2024-09-0906 minSelfless EsteemReduce Stress | Episode 10Dear Selfless Esteem, I feel so stressed out from the daily grind. I’m exhausted and I’m becoming irritable. What can I do to deal with stress? Signed, Tense and Tired For the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed o...2024-09-0209 minSelfless EsteemDecrease Insecurity | Episode 9Dear Selfless Esteem, How do I stop feeling so insecure about myself? I’m constantly thinking that everything I do is being watched and judged by others. It’s exhausting. Signed, Insecure Blues To hear the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each sta...2024-08-2609 minSelfless Esteem5 Things to Get You Out of Bed | Episode 8Dear Selfless Esteem, It’s so hard for me to get out of bed in the morning because I’m not a morning person. Any suggestions? Signed, Too Tired Hi, I’m Gina Leggio. Having been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years, I’ve observed how the mental health field has emphasized self-esteem. I’ve also noticed how this can be counterproductive because it involves self-evaluation, which causes insecurity, anxiety, and more. I define Selfless Esteem as freedom from self-consciousness by focusing on our Creator, who is “the Beginning and the End”...2024-08-1908 min
Raw News and PoliticsJan 6 Defendant Arrested Again For Threatening OfficialsJanuary 6 defendant, Bradley Scott Nelson has been arrested again for threatening public officials and FBI agents.SUPPORT THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1.99 A MONTHKO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/rawnewsandpoliticsPATREON: / rawnewsandpolitics SUPERCAST: https://rawnewsandpolitics.supercast.comLEAVE A ONE-TIME TIP TO SUPPORT THE SHOWVENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/Gina-Bona...PAYPAL: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ginab...KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/rawnewsandpoliticsCASH APP: https://cash.app/$GinaBonannoLemosCONNECT WITH ME2024-08-1008 minSelfless EsteemLazy Coworkers | Episode 6Dear Selfless Esteem, Why do I get so mad when I see my co-workers slacking off? I feel like I work twice as hard as they do, yet I don’t make as much as they do. They never get in trouble for not doing their job. And I never get any praise for doing more than I need to do. I know it’s not my place to “straighten them out” but how do I manage these strong feelings of anger and resentment towards them? Signed, Not a Slacker Hi, I’m Gina Leggio. Ha...2024-08-0509 minSelfless EsteemThe Best Ways to Fall Back Asleep | Episode 5Dear Selfless Esteem, I can’t sleep. I wake up in the middle of the night and have a hard time falling back asleep. Then I’m so sleepy all day the next day. Signed, Sleepless To hear the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide...2024-07-2909 minRaw News and PoliticsUS Capitol Arrest Update: Derek Nelson SENTENCEDDerek Nelson was sentenced for his participation in the January 6, 2021 attack and attempted insurrection at the United States Capitol.SUPPORT THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1.99 A MONTHKO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/rawnewsandpoliticsPATREON: / rawnewsandpolitics SUPERCAST: https://rawnewsandpolitics.supercast.comLEAVE A ONE-TIME TIP TO SUPPORT THE SHOWVENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/Gina-Bona...PAYPAL: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ginab...KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/rawnewsandpoliticsCASH APP: https://cash.app/$GinaBonannoLemosCONNECT WITH ME2024-07-2607 minSelfless EsteemParenting Teen Boys | Episode 3Dear Selfless Esteem, My son has always been cheerful and emotionally stable, but ever since he hit puberty, he has had frequent anger outbursts, which are usually directed at me for no good reason. What should I do? Signed, Walking on Eggshells For the answer, tune in. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lif...2024-07-1510 minSelfless EsteemSibling Rivalry | Episode 2Dear Selfless Esteem, My 2 kids are constantly bickering over everything and antagonizing each other. How can I stop this endless sibling rivalry? Signed, Mama Referee Tune in for the answer. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Another option is to use the chat feature at Lifeline Chat. There are also suicide hotlines in each state listed on suicide.org. If you’re in imm...2024-07-0809 minSelfless EsteemSelfless Esteem vs Self-Esteem | Episode 1Hi, I’m Gina Leggio. Having been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years, I’ve observed how the mental health field has emphasized self-esteem. I’ve also noticed how this can be counterproductive because it involves self-evaluation, which causes insecurity, anxiety, and more. I define Selfless Esteem as freedom from self-consciousness by focusing on our Creator, who is “the Beginning and the End” (Revelation 1:8). The result is joy and peace. For more information go to my website: http://www.selflessesteem.com Submit a question here: https://ginaleggio.com/contact-form If you're...2024-06-2908 min
Minimum CompetenceLegal News for Fri 6/7 - SCOTUS Estate Tax Ruling, Netflix Investors Reject AI Transparency, Judge Recused from Gaza Case and TX Library Un-banning Some LGBTQ+ BooksThis Day in Legal History: Gandhi’s First Act of Civil DisobedienceOn June 7, 1893, Mohandas Gandhi committed his first act of civil disobedience in South Africa, an event that would shape his future activism and the global struggle for civil rights. Gandhi, holding a first-class ticket, was ordered to move to the third-class section of a train because he was Indian. Refusing to comply, he was forcibly removed from the train at Pietermaritzburg. This incident ignited Gandhi's resolve to combat racial discrimination and injustice.In response to this humiliation, Gandhi began organizing the Indian community in...2024-06-0717 min
The Anxiety Coaches PodcastPart 1 Wings of Courage: Overcoming Flying AnxietyIn today's episode, Gina discusses flying anxiety and how to best overcome this fear. Flying anxiety is surprisingly common. Important tools that can be used by anyone are covered in this episode, including breathing techniques, muscle relaxation and meditation (including the body scan). Listen in and learn how to be more comfortable with air travel today!
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Talkin Winter OpsEpisode 100: Where The Weather Meets The Road, revisitedTwenty years ago in 2004 “Where The Weather Meets The Road” was published by the National Academy of Science and it proposed a research roadmap over the next 20-years to advance road weather services. Now in 2024 the future described in Where The Weather Meets The Road is here Paul Pisano, Chair of the TRB Road Weather Committee and Dr. Gina Eosco, Division Chief, Science, Technology, and Society for the Weather Program Office at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were both involved in this report and are here to discuss where we were, where we’ve come, and what the future...2024-05-0157 min
Sapphic Survival GuideEpisode 94: Why Are Goalkeepers Always Gay? With Ex-Mormon And Pro-Soccer Player Carly NelsonThis week on Sapphic Survival Guide, Cheyenne and Gina interview queer soccer player, Carly Nelson! Follow Carly online @carly_nelson!Submit your own questions by messaging us on Instagram or emailing us at sapphicsurvivalguide@gmail.com. You can also leave us a voicemail at 724-209-8877 (US. Only - You can also send a voice note via email. Unless stated otherwise, you are giving us permission to play your voicemail on the podcast.)CreditsProduced by Gina Finio and CheyenneEdited by Gina FinioCover Art by Sev & Cheyenne2024-03-2743 min
Minimum CompetenceLegal News for Thurs 12/7 - A Date That Will Live in Infamy, Airgas Defends Firing of Worker with Cancer over Cannabis, Paxton Claims Fed Gov Funding Conservative Censorship and Column on Form 1099-KThis Day in Legal History: The Attack on Pearl HarborOn this day, December 7, in legal history, the focus often turns to a pivotal event in United States history: the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. This surprise military strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service against the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii led to the United States' formal entry into World War II. While primarily a military event, the attack had significant legal and political repercussions that reshaped the global legal landscape.The aftermath of Pearl Harbor saw...2023-12-0709 min
Minimum CompetenceLegal News for Tues 12/5 - Potential Consolidation of Ozempic lawsuits, Non-ABA CA Law schools, DeSantis Accuses Disney of Plying Previous Board with Gifts, and Trump Attempts to Appeal Gag OrderOn December 5th, a significant day in legal history, several pivotal events have shaped the legal landscape over the years–let’s do a speed run: On this day in 1791, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of history's most influential composers, died in Vienna, Austria. His death led to numerous speculations and legal inquiries, reflecting the intersection of law and the arts. More specifically, Mozart's untimely demise at the age of 35 spawned various theories, ranging from poisoning to severe illness, fueling debates and investigations that persisted for centuries. The legal scrutiny surrounding his death underscored the c...2023-12-0512 min
Spiraling Higher55. Ashley Nelson: Moving Through Grief + Identity After LossAshley Nelson became a two-time widow before the age of 35. She also said “goodbye” to ten other relatives and friends in between those drastic losses. These deaths, alongside her 10-year career in the health and death-care industry, gave her deep insight into life after loss that led to her becoming a certified grief specialist. Today, Ashley leads ‘Learning About Grief’ - an organization that offers loss-specific groups, one-to-one private grief sessions, and free education to over 25,000 people from 50+ countries.In today’s episode we ask her about the stages of grief and how to move throug...2023-11-011h 01
Minimum CompetenceWeds 9/13 - PwC Not Separating Consulting and Audit Business, SBF Stays in Jail, Paul Weiss Wins, NextGen Bar Exam Details, and the 6th Circuit Defers Liability for CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, etc.On this day in legal history, September 13, 1971, the Attica Correctional Facility prison revolt came to an end when National Guardsmen took back control of the prison–in so doing 43 people died, all but four from law enforcement’s efforts to regain control.The Attica Prison Uprising, a grim milestone in the history of prisoners' rights movement, occurred from September 9 to 13, 1971, at the Attica Correctional Facility in New York. Rooted in a growing wave of prison activism and exacerbated by appalling living conditions and racial brutalization occuring at the prison, the revolt began with approximately 1,281 inmates taking control of t...2023-09-1311 min
Minimum CompetenceTues 8/22 - Law Firm of the Future, NJ Needs Judges, Activision Sells Cloud Gaming to Ubi, SCOTUS May Review HS Diversity Program and Column Tuesday on HydrogenOn this day in legal history, August 22 1996, welfare as we knew it was ended and millions of folks living in precarity had the rug ripped out from under their feet.The so-called "Welfare to Work" bill signed by President Bill Clinton in August 1996 was a contentious piece of legislation that aimed to move individuals from welfare to employment, premised on the flawed notion that those unable to work were simply unwilling to work. The downsides of this reform were significant. Critics, including three assistant secretaries at the Department of Health and Human Services who resigned in protest...2023-08-2208 min
Anchored by the SwordKrissy Nelson's Freedom Story!Today's conversation with Krissy Nelson is pure fire! We talk about her first experience with the freedom God brings at 15 years old and how he continues to bring freedom to her today. We talk about her newest book, Say Goodbye to What Holds You Back and how she combats the lies many of us have or continue to hear in our heads with the truth from God's Word. She is so encouraging and speaks some words directly to each one of you! This is definitely one to share amongst your friends and people who need to hear this message!
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Minimum CompetenceThurs 4/20 - Old Dominion pays $500 for employee biometrics, Dominion (not old) Settlement is a win for Attorneys, SCOTUS at the Mall and AI Copyright IssuesOld Dominion Freight Line, a transport company facing a federal lawsuit over alleged violations of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), distributed a one-page waiver to its employees to sign voluntarily, releasing the company from the statute’s obligations. This move follows the state Supreme Court’s Cothron v. White Castle decision, which expanded the potential for huge damages awards under BIPA, leaving companies increasingly exposed to BIPA liability risks in Illinois. The release offers employees $500 if they voluntarily agree not to sue the company and its affiliates from all claims under BIPA. The strategy is seen as a le...2023-04-2005 min
The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 23: Envisioning a New, Aligned Life Abroad w/ Gina NelsonAn artist, writer, and educator whose perspective on “the female experience” has been distinctly molded by her upbringing, Ms. Gina P. Nelson is the Founder and Chief Creative Director of Bella and Bella Productions, a platform (launching on March 8, 2022) dedicated to uplifting, inspiring and empowering young girls and women.
As one of ten children (and one of two girls) born to Guyanese, South American parents, Ms. Nelson understands the importance of building and nurturing a strong community of women. She is a champion of female empowerment and ultimately hopes that the Bella and Bella platform serves as the sp...2023-01-031h 17
The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 23: Envisioning a New, Aligned Life Abroad w/ Gina NelsonAn artist, writer, and educator whose perspective on the female experience has been distinctly molded by her upbringing, Ms. Gina P. Nelson is the Founder and Chief Creative Director of Bella and Bella Productions, a platform (launching on March 8, 2022) dedicated to uplifting, inspiring and empowering young girls and women.
As one of ten children (and one of two girls) born to Guyanese, South American parents, Ms. Nelson understands the importance of building and nurturing a strong community of women. She is a champion of female empowerment and ultimately hopes that the Bella and Bella platform serves as th...2023-01-031h 17
Diving for PearlsBonus Episode: Roza Bairu on Embracing Who You Really Are & Communicating with AuthenticityWe have officially wrapped up season 1 of the Diving for Pearls (DFP) podcast. A special thank you to all of our listeners and guests for their unwavering support. A special thank you to The Skylark Collective U.K for the 2022 podcast nomination and for amplifying the voices of women across the globe. We are truly appreciative of the international recognition and nod. In this Bonus Episode of Season 1 of DFP_UAE, I sit down with Roza Bairu, Marketing Manager at MindShift Consultants and former Marketing Executive at RBC TV in Dubai, to discuss how practicing self-reflection, developing a va...2022-10-311h 14The Debt Free Dad Podcast147. How I Saved and Paid Off Over $20,421 in 9 Months!Welcome to episode #147 of the Debt Free Dad Podcast. Today I am excited to welcome Gina Christie to the podcast. Gina joined Roots in early January of 2022, and in nine months she has saved and paid off over $20,421.10! Today Gina is joining me to share her journey, what changes she's made, and how she has massively improved her financial life in nine months.What You'll LearnDiscover what made the biggest difference to help her save and pay off over $20,000 in just nine months. Hear how she went from stressed, depressed, and full of a...2022-10-2538 min
The COO's Corner PodcastEpisode #18: Journey to the COO role: Advancing your Career's Velocity - Part 2This is the second episode of a two-part series, and we'll continue our discussion today with Gina Riley, an authority in the area of career transition and development. Our first part of the series (Episode 14) unfolded the whole anatomy of a COO from the basic core functions to the intricacies of the dynamics that need to surround the COO.
Whether you're planning to become a COO one day or you're already a COO looking for opportunities to grow your career, or you're just interested in learning how to plan your COO career path, this is the episode t...2022-08-2337 min
Diving for PearlsMucha Nyandoro on Dignity for Africa and The Changing of the GuardEpisode #21 of the Diving for Pearls (DFP) podcast has officially launched!!! In this final episode of Season 1 of DFP_UAE, I sit down with Mucha Nyandoro, Founder and Principal of Manelith, a Dubai-based management consultancy, and Founder and Chief of Tribe of Professional Tribes, to discuss how we can use amplification to improve equity, inclusion and dignity for all. Mucha contends that when we look for opportunities to deliberately amplify the stories and voices of others, especially women, we benefit everyone and help overcome status deficits. A Zimbabwean at heart, Mucha posits that when we serve as mentors to sha...2022-08-141h 34
Diving for PearlsSandra Martinho on Reconnecting with Our Essence and Learning to Let GoEpisode #20 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Sandra Martinho, Dubai-based international author, health consultant, spiritualist and storyteller to discuss how practicing the art of surrender and yielding to the natural unfolding of our lives can serve as key to us being anchored in peace and freedom. A colon cancer survivor and mother of two, Sandra chronicles her healing journey in “The Dance of Life”, a book she wrote as a guide to help others reconnect to self and reclaim their personal power. It was in reconnecting with her essence, retur...2022-07-021h 19
Mother Daughter Earth: an Environmental Sustainability Podcast41. Aligning our purchases with our values — with Maithreyi Ramdas and Deven Nelson from People Heart PlanetIn this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with an incredible, dynamic duo: Maithreyi Ramdas and Deven Nelson from People Heart Planet! People Heart Planet is an awesome ethical shopping platform that makes it very easy to discover and shop ethical clothing, fashion, and home goods while providing consumers with information about the ethical consumer transformation and lifestyle. Unlike mainstream shopping platforms, they only work with companies and brands that treat people fairly and respect the planet.
Essentially, Maithreyi and Deven do all the legwork for us! They find the brands that we would love t...2022-06-2759 min
Advanced Principles PodcastGina Cocking CEO of Colonnade Advisors Part 2Our second part with Gina Cocking is loaded with insightful and actionable information for both F&I agents and dealers. Gina will be speaking about the future outlook with administration companies, reinsurance, and tips for single-point dealers.2022-06-0230 min
The COO's Corner PodcastEpisode #14: Journey to the COO role - Advancing your Career's VelocityIn this first episode of a two-part series, Tamar brings on Gina Riley, an authority in the area of career transition and development. Tamar and Gina will be unfolding the anatomy of a COO – from basic core functions to the intricacies of the dynamics they must form with the professionals they’ll be surrounded with. As Gina will explain, there are no two COOs quite alike. Their roles will always be subject to the specific industry or company they perform in, and most importantly, the type of relationship they develop with their leader, the CEO.
Gina will walk...2022-06-0248 minAdvanced Principles PodcastGina Cocking CEO of Colonnade AdvisorsGina Cocking is the CEO of Colonnade Advisors, a leading investment bank focused on Mergers and Acquisitions in the business services and financial services industries. She represents the 2% of women who are CEOs at financial institutions and has 20+ years of experience in investment banking and executive leadership.2022-05-2624 minAdvanced Principles PodcastGina Cocking CEO of Colonnade AdvisorsGina Cocking is the CEO of Colonnade Advisors, a leading investment bank focused on Mergers and Acquisitions in the business services and financial services industries. She represents the 2% of women who are CEOs at financial institutions and has 20+ years of experience in investment banking and executive leadership.2022-05-2624 min
Diving for PearlsCourtney Brandt on Perseverance, Grit and Championing Education for AllEpisode #19 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Brandt, Dubai-based author, food writer, content creator, speaker and feminist, to discuss how dogged perserverance, cultivating a mindset of grit and finding your tribe can make a marked difference in both your personal and professional life. The author of fourteen novels, four of which were published in 2020, and the Founder of A to Za’atar, a platform showcasing culinary and hospitality experiences from the UAE and beyond, Courtney inspires excellence and maintains that sustained, consistent effort toward a goal on a dail...2022-03-3150 min
Diving for PearlsLydia Andrews on The Road to Self-Growth & Loving Yourself FinanciallyEpisode #18 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Lydia Andrews, Wealth Advisor and Wealth & Mindset Coach, and Founder of Love Yourself Financially to discuss fundamental steps you can take to build wealth for the long-term, attract life-changing abundance and foster growth where you need it most. As someone who has had to analyze her life from both a macro and micro level, Lydia recommends tapping into every aspect of our experiences to help us process events, clarify our thinking and hone in on what truly matters. With discipline and intentionality...2022-02-261h 23
Open Adoption ProjectGina | "My Little Butterfly" Gina is a birth mom who placed her daughter for adoption in a semi-open adoption 21 years ago. She shares the feelings and struggles from her journey in this episode, and her jaw-dropping story of reunification with her daughter. Gina is the author of "A Seemingly Unfillable Heart: An Adoption Journey" which is a memoir about her adoption story.Find Gina on Instagram @ginacrottswriter2022-02-1456 min
File: SonderEpisode 6 - Mr. Rex Nelson"What is music to you, Mr. Nelson?"
"To me, music is holy ground."2022-02-1317 min
Diving for PearlsNancy Alhyari On Being a Courageous and Empathetic Leader & Celebrating Small SuccessesEpisode #17 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Nancy Alhyari, Academic Cluster Manager for Abu Dhabi Public Schools and Acting Chief Financial Officer for Bella & Bella Productions, a platform dedicated to lifting, nurturing and empowering strong communities of women across the globe. We engage in dialogue about allowing core values to serve as guiding forces in one’s life, making intentional choices “to be” rather than “do”, connecting more deeply with the things & people who matter, and the importance of acknowledging & celebrating small wins and successes. An eternal learner committed to learning...2022-02-011h 12
Diving for PearlsMayowa Adegoke on The Power of Story to Transform Lives & Hope for a More Prosperous AfricaEpisode #16 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Mayowa Adegoke, a foreign correspondent for Channels TV, one of Africa’s leading news stations, to discuss the issues that Nigeria and the rest of world must address, from building trust & fostering collaboration to prioritizing education & embracing innovation, in order to move towards a more equitable and sustainable path. With a push for greater transparency and accountability on the part of those charged with governance, Mayowa believes that stability and prosperity can be achieved throughout Nigeria and the rest of the Africa co...2021-12-3058 min
Diving for PearlsLee Thomas on Living and Leading a Purposeful & Impactful LifeEpisode #15 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Leeba Thomas, Director of Content for Bella and Bella Productions and one-half of the husband & wife duo for the Lee and Dawn Agency, to discuss how encouraging, supporting and empowering others, changes lives. One of two girls raised in a traditional family in Mumbai, India, Lee (as she prefers to be called), talks about how she relies on the values taught by her parents & elders and learnt via her faith, to amplify others’ voices, be of service to her community and model th...2021-11-251h 02
Diving for PearlsLeen Hijazi on Empowering Girls & Women and Inspiring ChangeEpisode #14 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Leen Hijazi, Dubai-based singer-songwriter and Adoption & Change Management Consultant at Microsoft, to discuss why investing in girls and women is one of the most effective and powerful ways to promote the social and economic development of any nation. A native of Jordan, one of the more female progressive nations in the Middle East, Leen believes education is the premier gateway to ameliorating the status of women. Despite the tide shifting and progress being made in social structures and women’s righ...2021-10-1551 min
Ordinarily Extraordinary - Conversations with women in STEM62. Gina Covarrubias - Life Coach, former Aerospace Engineer; BS Aerospace Engineering, MS Mechanical EngineeringGina Covarrubias works with people in STEM who are looking for some guidance and direction in their career path. She uses her own life experiences as a young aerospace engineer who never found the right fit in engineering to help others who find themselves in similar situations. She pivoted from engineering into a life coaching program and launched her business Deliberate Doing in Fall of 2019.Episode NotesWith a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Gina was expecting to find her dream job and career. Over...2021-10-061h 00
Diving for PearlsYvonne Mtengwa on Leaning into Faith in Times of UncertaintyEpisode #13 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with Yvonne Mtengwa, Dubai-based Marketing and PR Communications Strategist, Founder of Travel Essence Magazine and Reinvented Today, Owner of Narratives PR (a boutique communications consultancy), and 2020 MIPAD (Most Influential People of African Descent) recipient, to discuss how operating from a place of faith, abundance and love has helped her surmount challenges and setbacks and emerge on the other side. Truly believing that there is no triumph without trials, and no victory without struggle, Yvonne regularly turns to the Creator for spiritual guidance and...2021-09-191h 12
Diving for PearlsTatyana Brown on The Power of Love to Heal Ourselves, Our Relationships and Our CommunitiesEpisode #12 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with New York University Abu Dhabi student, Tatyana Brown, to discuss how operating from a philosophy of abundance and embracing a love ethic could bring about much-needed change in our relationships and in our communities. A social research & public policy major and a recent recipient of the Harry S. Truman scholarship (a scholarship awarded to undergraduates based on their records of leadership, public service, and academic achievement), Tatyana has focused her research on systemic injustices faced by Black women and gender-marginalized people. Heavily...2021-07-241h 16
Diving for PearlsMihoko Kobayashi on Knowing Yourself and Being the Hero of Your StoryPodcast Episode Notes:In this episode, I sit down with Dubai-based ICF (International Coach Federation) coach, Mihoko Kobayashi, to discuss how setting the intention to tune into your inner voice and choosing what excites and lights you up, can lead to a path that is emotionally gratifying and uplifting. Mihoko believes that if we start on the journey of knowing ourselves, discovering who we really are, then we can passionately go about fulfilling our unique destiny. Currently serving as the Chief of Staff to the Senior Vice President of Nissan Motor Company in the UAE...2021-06-041h 05
GROW IntentionallyYou Can Break Down Your Heart WallA few months ago, I read a book that made my eyes widen and heart beat faster. I was curious about testing the energy clearing mentioned in the book for myself! In this episode, I introduce you to Cindy Ridley Berry who is the certified Emotion Code Practitioner who helped me release trapped emotions in my body and even ancestral emotions from four and five generations back! Cindy discovered this healing method while nursing a foot injury that bothered her for many years. With the help of her friend who was a practitioner, she learned th...2021-06-0131 min
Diving for PearlsRanti Mark on Living Fully and Letting Your Light Shine BrightIn this episode, I sit down with Dubai-based Neo-Classical singer and performing artist, Ranti, to discuss how gaining a breadth of experience and taking on pursuits of all kinds helps us become more creative and agile, leading to improvements in both skill and performance over time. Combining knowledge from a diverse range of fields is what Ranti believes, enables us to expand our vision of what’s possible. An eternal optimist, Ranti maintains that if we each practice using the “light within”, to connect and honor the light within others, we are living with purpose and with power. Init...2021-05-061h 10
Diving for PearlsKai Charles on Recognizing Your Gifts, Loving Yourself and Learning the Secret to Being EnoughIn this episode, Dubai-based creative, entrepreneur, host, entertainer and motivational author of self-help workbook, ‘I Am What I Say I Am’, Kai Charles, discusses how identifying your gifts, leaning into and leveraging your strengths, can help you find new ways to unleash your maximum personal potential and use it for the good of others. A self-love guru who firmly believes in loving oneself without conditions, Kai shows us how operating from a place of love helps us tap into our strengths, take ownership of our lives and see things from a grander perspective. A creative who came...2021-04-161h 20
Diving for PearlsDr. Beatrix Henkel on Being, and Leading a More Inspired, Joyful and Curious LifeIn this episode, UAE-based Educator, Leadership Development Specialist, Coach, Visionary and Founder of R.A.C. E (Raising the Awareness of Coaching in Education), Beatrix Henkel talks about how approaching life with curiosity and without assumption, as if we have everything to understand and learn, will help us lead a more fulfilling, joyful and impactful life. Additionally, Beatrix shares how coaching can become an effective tool for harnessing and supporting personal and professional learning and development. On a global mission to transform our educational system, one educator at a time, Beatrix reminds us that change begins by delving...2021-03-291h 15
Diving for PearlsHouda Abdulrahman on Cultivating Calm and Positivity NowIn this episode, UAE-based businesswoman, entrepreneur, and Founder of Thowby (“your original abaya”), Houda Abdulrahman, discusses how we can cultivate calm and positivity amid the uncertainty. On a mission to become of the leading companies producing cultural abayas in the world, Houda reveals how relying on faith and family has enabled her to deal with the challenges of running and growing a business and navigating life. As someone who has always trusted that everything happens for a good reason, Houda sees challenges as opportunities, opportunities to grow, learn and improve. While Houda acknowledges that challenges are inevitable, she be...2021-03-111h 08
Diving for PearlsMarsha Fry on Adopting and Embracing the Hustle MentalityIn this episode, UAE-based educator, businesswoman, entrepreneur, and Founder of Out and About Magazine (the region’s first audio visual magazine), Marsha Fry, discusses how pushing boundaries, putting in the work and possessing an iron resolve to stay the course, has provided her to seize opportunities when they arise and move closer to her goals. Attributing her mother and other strong women in her family with teaching her the values of hard work, determination and perseverance, Marsha shares how being committed to the hustle mentality and an unr...2021-02-031h 07