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Wisdom for WannabesOn New Acropolis and Plato's Allegory of the Cave: How Philosophy Changed My Everyday LifeIn this voice note, @wisdomforwannabes podcast host Jackie Morreale shares her thoughts on the study of **philosophy** with New Acropolis USA and how it relates to the challenges faced in every day life. This course is for **deep thinkers** and the book list offer insights into the complexities of **human nature** as it relates to deep thought and intelligence. Jackie Morreale describes in her own words Plato's Allegory of the Cave, as an example of learnings from this course, from Plato's Republic book first published around 380 BC. The Allegory of the Cave alludes to our...2025-07-2102 min
Wisdom for WannabesInterview 5: Laura Hoffman, Clairvoyant Healer - How to Heal and Gain Spiritual WellnessIn this engaging Interview 5 for Wisdom for Wannabes podcast series, host Jackie Morreale interviews Laura Hoffman, a clairvoyant healer and intuitive wellness coach, and business owner behind Laura’s Intuitive Wellness at lauraheals.com. They discuss Laura's journey into healing, her new book 'Sacred Alignment', and practical techniques for personal transformation. Laura shares insights on the healing process, the importance of grounding, and advice for aspiring healers and entrepreneurs. The conversation concludes with Laura's future projects, including a PhD in Metaphysical science, clairvoyant development school, and a charity for women in need.Takeaways• Laura's journey into healing began with her...2025-07-1829 min
Wisdom for WannabesMatching Positive Energy: Social Experiment Inspired By A Post-It NoteIn this voice note and mini research study, Wisdom for Wannabes podcast host Jackie Morreale discusses the importance of our energy on our interactions, particularly during the #summer season. She reflects on a note she found at her children's school that emphasizes the idea of matching energy with others. Through a social experiment, she explores how positivity can be contagious and how our energy affects those around us. The conversation encourages self-reflection on the energy we bring into different spaces and the impact itcan have on our interactions.Takeaways: Energy is contagious and...2025-07-1308 min
Wisdom for WannabesInterview 4: Dr. Roy McGriff, Jr. Ed.D., 6th Dan Black Belt - I Wanna Be Better at Education, KarateIn this fourth 1:1 interview for @wisdomforwannabes podcast series, host Jackie Morreale interviews Dr. Roy McGriff, Jr. Ed.D., an educator and martial artist, with a Sixth-Degree #blackbelt in Gōjū-ryū #Karate, who shares his journey in #education, as an alum of @UCF and @novasoutheasternuniversity , and #martialarts. Dr. Roy discusses the importance of inspiring students, building relationships, and understanding the challenges faced by teenagers. He offers valuable #advice for those pursuing #graduate education and emphasizes the significance of #community support, as a karate instructor for @bgca Boys and Girls Clubs and lifelong member of Omega Psi Phi @officialomegapsiphi fraternity. Dr. Roy a...2025-07-1034 min
Wisdom for WannabesClose Your Tabs! Reboot and Find Flow in a Noisy MindIn this voice note, Jackie Morreale explores the challenges of #productivity in a world filled with #distractions. She discusses the importance of focusing on one task at a time, the benefits of #projectmanagement tools, and the necessity of carving out personal time for #creativity. By drawing parallels between managing #digital tabs and #mental #clutter, she emphasizes the need to #simplify our lives to enhance productivity and find #flow.Wisdom for Wannabes: A podcast series hosted by Jackie Morreale - Blog2025-07-0206 min
Wisdom for WannabesFind Your Flock & Take FlightIn this voice note, Jackie Morreale reflects on the beauty of nature and the lessons it teaches us about resilience, community, and standing up against bullying. Through a personal story involving a lake, wildlife, and a bullying incident from her past, she emphasizes the importance of finding support in numbers and setting boundaries to protect oneself and others, both in our personal and business lives. The discussion encourages listeners to connect with their community and find their 'flock' to foster a sense of belonging and strength.Chapters00:00 The Beauty of Nature and...2025-06-2309 min
Wisdom for WannabesThe Climb: Overcome Fear and Take the Next StepThis voice note is focused on conquering fears, a journey of growth. In it , Wisdom for Wannabes host Jackie Morreale shares a personal story about her children's experience at a play place, focusing on her daughter's struggle to overcome a mental block while climbing up a set of 10 steps. The narrative transitions into a broader discussion about overcoming fears, the importance of setting timelines, and how these concepts apply to personal growth and professional challenges. Jackie emphasizes the significance of confidence and mental strength in achieving goals, drawing parallels between childhood experiences and adult challenges, as well as those...2025-06-2007 min
Wisdom for WannabesInterview 2: Steven Joseph Gonsalves, Artist and Founder @SoDetailedIn this episode of Wisdom for Wannabes, host Jackie Morreale engages in a deep conversation with artist Steven Joseph Gonsalves about his artistic journey, the challenges of content creation, and the personal connections that inspire his work. Steven shares insights from his 52-week art exploration in New York City, discussing the highs and lows of his project, the evolution of his identity as an artist, and his future aspirations. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creativity, personal growth, and the beauty found in both man-made and natural art forms.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Artistic Exploration04:13 The 52...2025-06-1933 min
Wisdom for WannabesMonopoly Strategies for Life: Business and BettermentIn this voice note, Jackie Morreale reflects on a family gameof Monopoly played with her eight-year-old son, drawing parallels between the game and life lessons about investing in oneself and the importance of patience. She highlights how her son, through strategic investments in properties,demonstrated a keen understanding of competition and long-term planning, ultimately leading to his victory. The discussion emphasizes the significance of believing in oneself, making bold investments early, and having the patience to see those investments pay off over time.2025-06-1705 min
Wisdom for WannabesLight, Power, and Love: My Experience with Toskar Healing and Divine Straightening, by Jackie Morreale, host of Wisdom for WannabesIn this voice note, Jackie Morreale reflects on her transformative journey in light, power, and love, with Toskar Healing and their Divine Straightening program. She details her struggles with lower back pain and the profound impact of spiritual healing on her life. She discusses her lifestyle changes, the pursuit of a higher purpose, and her newfound passion for helping others through healing and creativity. The conversation emphasizes themes of personal growth, abundance, and gratitude. 00:00 Journey to Healing: Discovering Toskar Healing02:11 The Impact of Divine Straightening on PersonalWell-being04:13 Transformative Experiences: From...2025-06-1616 min
Wisdom for WannabesInterview 1: Lorette Pribil, Sales Executive - I wanna be better at salesDig into the glitz and glamor as well as some of the hard truths of sales in the jewelry industry in this 30-minute interview featuring Lorette Pribil, Sales Executive at Jardin Jewelry. Alongside Wisdom for Wannabes host Jackie Morreale, you'll learn more about the role of a sales executive, the importance of anticipating your customers' needs, knowing your high-quality products, and making all these facets (and more) align.2025-06-1323 min
Wisdom for WannabesIntro to Wisdom for Wannabes: The Why!In the inaugural episode of 'Wisdom for Wannabes', host Jackie Morreale shares her personal journey, including her background in marketing, her goals of running a marathon, and her aspirations for spiritual growth and creative writing. She emphasizes the importance of learning from others and invites listeners to join her on this coming 52-week journey of self-discovery and community engagement by way of weekly 1:1 interviews with inspiring people in her life, to discover wise words on business, beauty, and betterment.2025-06-0805 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Episode 9: Michael Chybowski, Lighting Designer and Author of: What Is Lighting Design? A Genealogy Of People And IdeasHello and welcome to QolorTOPIX, City Theatrical’s light conversations podcast series. Today we are joined today by Micheal Chybowski, who is a Lighting Designer, Author, and Educator in the Theatre Arts. Michael has received the American Theatre Wing Design Award, an Obie Award for Sustained Excellence, two Lucille Lortel Awards for his work in New York, and a Drama Desk nomination for his work on the original production of Wit, the Pulitzer Prize winning play at the Union Square Theatre in New York. Michael also designed the subsequent US Nat...2025-05-2848 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Episode 8: Clifford Spulock, Co-Lighting Designer, 2025 Theme Show at Woodloch ResortHello and welcome to QolorTOPIX, City Theatrical’s podcast series. In our eighth episode, we are joined by Delray Beach, Florida-based lighting designer Clifford Spulock, who recently lit the 2025 Theme Show, "The Grand Slam of Entertainment" at Woodloch Resort in the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania. Clifford is a longtime friend of City Theatrical, having collaborated with City Theatrical to create several case studies - based on his experience with Multiverse® SHoW Baby® wireless DMX, DMXcat® Multi Function Test Tool, beam control accessories, and Moving Light Assistant™ software - all used to light h...2025-02-2822 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Episode 7: Reza Behjat, Lighting Designer for English on BroadwayHello and welcome to QolorTOPIX, City Theatrical’s podcast series. My name is Jackie Morreale, and I am representing the City Theatrical marketing team. I am joined today by Reza Behjat who has recently made his Broadway debut as lighting designer for English at the Todd Hames Theater. Join us for this QolorTOPIX Podcast Episode 7, in which we will explore Reza's background, experience designing English, and his outlook for the future of lighting and directing.QolorTOPIX Light Conversions podcast series by City Theatrical features some of the mo...2025-01-2930 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Episode 6: Itohan Edoloyi and Ken Billington, Lighting Designers for Left on TenthHello and welcome to QolorTopix, City Theatrical’s podcast series. Today, we are joined by Itohan Edoloyi, who recently made her Broadway debut as lighting designer, and Ken Billington, who has designed over 100 Broadway shows during his career in lighting. Together, they are lighting designers behind the new Broadway play Left on Tenth, by Delia Ephron. We talked to Itohan and Ken to learn more about their collaborative design process for the show.QolorTOPIX Light Conversions podcast series by City Theatrical features some of...2024-10-3126 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Episode 5: Mextly Couzin, Lighting DesignerMextly Couzin was born in Baja California, México and raised in Los Angeles. She holds a BS in Pure Mathematics and an MFA in Lighting Design from the University of California, San Diego. She currently pays rent in NYC. Mextly loves living playwrights, collaborations with dance makers, opera, and lighting for stage and camera. She also thinks no art installation is complete without lighting. Mextly had her Broadway debut as lighting designer for Job at the Helen Hayes Theatre in July 2024. She was a recipient of the 1/52 Project award, presented by Beowulf Boritt, as an up-and-coming d...2024-08-2819 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Episode 4: Jay Woods, Scenic Electrics EngineerHello! Welcome to the 4th Episode of the QolorTOPIX Light Conversations podcast series. This episode is hosted by Jackie Morreale from the City Theatrical Marketing Team. Today we are joined today by Jay Woods, a Scenic Electrics Engineer and 25-year lighting industry veteran with experience on a variety of entertainment projects, including Broadway, touring projects, dance, television, and more. Jay Woods is from Gardiner, New York, and is a graduate of the State University of New York at Purchase. Learn more about his career, his approach to technology and collaboration, and vision for the future of lighting....2024-03-2720 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Podcast Episode 3: Life of Pi Broadway Lighting Team, Including Tim Lutkin, Tim Reed, and Paul TobenExplore Life of Pi on Broadway from the perspective of the lighting design team! This conversation features the show's Tony Award winning lighting designer Tim Lutkin, and the show's Associate Lighting Designers Tim Reed and Paul Toben. The team will discuss the behind-the-scenes moments, the lighting process, collaboration techniques, favorite cues, new lighting technologies, next projects, and what the designers see for the future of lighting on Broadway and beyond.QolorTOPIX Light Conversions podcast series by City Theatrical features some of the most unique lighting professionals in the entertainment lighting business. QolorTOPIX conversations range from e...2023-06-2950 min
QolorTOPIX Light Conversations by City TheatricalQolorTOPIX Podcast Episode 2: Brandon Stirling BakerWe have an amazing guest for our second episode of QolorTOPIX Light Conversations podcast: Brandon Stirling Baker! Brandon Stirling Baker is an award-winning lighting designer working internationally in the areas of theatre, opera, and dance. His work can be seen on stages throughout the United States and abroad including Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, Hollywood Bowl, Walt Disney Concert Hall, New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Australian Ballet, Hong Kong Ballet, American Ballet Theater, Opera Philadelphia, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Miami City Ballet, Boston Ballet, Joffrey Ballet, Houston Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Dance Theater...2023-04-2429 min