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Divorce CuriousFinding Joy & Redefining Love with Author Kara KavenskyThere are some people that you meet in your life and just know instantly that you're going to be friends with for a very long time. For me, one of those people is Kara Kavensky. I've watched Kara go through the worst things that a person should have to endure, including a traumatic marriage, and subsequent divorce, from an abusive narcissist and the tragic loss of her son. And the most incredible thing about her, is that she moves through all of the devastating pain with a beautiful open heart and a passion for telling stories of ho...2025-04-0431 min
Record Scratch with KaraGrief Glimmers Grace: A Candid Talk with Author Betsy B. MurphyAUTOBIOGRAPHY OF AN ORGASM, WRITE ON, and CHASING TEMPLES are a few of the books that my guest, Betsy B. Murphy, has written. Each is profound and deeply moving, but perhaps nothing matches the writing she shares in GRIEF GLIMMERS GRACE, a book she never wanted to write. Betsy wrote her latest book in the midst of unimaginable grief after the death of her son, Charlie. Betsy B. Murphy is an author, humanitarian, and veteran filmmaker of several acclaimed feature documentaries. She founded Figaro Films, Inc. in 1998 to produce important films that inspire, enlighten, entertain, and educate. B...2023-11-3022 min
Record Scratch with KaraSupporting Those We Love with Aimee KandracAimee Kandrac is best described as a "sommelier of thoughtfulness." She has an uncanny ability to share a list of amazing ways to support someone (loved one, neighbor, friend) under any circumstance. Aimee Kandrac, founder of WhatFriendsDo, joins me to explore how we can best support loved ones — especially during the holidays. Aimee is an expert on all things caregiving. AIMEE KANDRAC @WhatFriendsDo on IG, FB, X Website: https://whatfriendsdo.com/ KARA KAVENSKY Website: https://karakavensky.com/ @karakavensky on FB, IG, LinkedIn, TikTok, Thre...2023-11-2320 min
Record Scratch with KaraHealing from Chronic Migraine and Depression: One Woman's Story2023-11-1616 min
Record Scratch with KaraHealing Through Writing with Darcey GohringDarcey Gohring found her personal voice by writing an essay at the start of the pandemic when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. As a result of the healing she experienced, she now helps writers discover their unique voices to craft meaningful personal stories. Darcey has 25+ years of professional writing and editing experience. Her work has appeared in Newsweek, HuffPost, Insider, and Scary Mommy, among others. She is a contributing writer for the anthology, CORONA CITY: Voices from an Epicenter, which includes her essay mentioned above. Darcey leads writing workshops and has served as the keynote speaker f...2023-11-0922 min
Record Scratch with KaraSpirituality and Healing with a Buddhist MonkFeeling complacent with his life, Leon Pettiway, PhD, wondered how he could shake up the predictability of his life. Be careful what you wish for! Dr. Pettiway was soon introduced to Buddhism and became an ordained monk! This is an uncommon journey for anyone, let alone a Black man from North Carolina who was brought up as a Southern Baptist. Now known as the Venerable Lobzang Dorje, he focuses on discussions centering on social inequality and the administration of justice. Currently, Dr. Pettiway | Lobzang Dorje is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Criminal Justice at...2023-11-0222 min
Record Scratch with KaraCreating Robust Futures with Rob and Terri BogueWARNING: This podcast discusses suicide and trauma. There are resource links below if you or anyone you love needs help. Robert and Terri Bogue’s careers have given them a deep respect for trauma. They’ve experienced the impact of pain and mortality through the eyes of emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, emergency room nurses, pediatric ICU nurses, military personnel, and physical therapists caring for trauma survivors. This wide view of secondary trauma combined with family experiences of suicide has driven them to find ways to assist people in dealing with the trauma they experience themselves and thro...2023-10-2625 min
Record Scratch with KaraFlickering Light in DarknessMy guests, Iva Nasr and Rose, talk about the bond of friendship, the trauma of war —and finding the light during the darkest of moments. Join us for this important — and timely — conversation. We discuss Iva and Rose’s search for inner peace. Iva lived through a war in Lebanon and Rose is currently living in Israel. We explore how to cope, heal, and have vision for unity within the heartbreaking chaos. We also talk about the magic of travel and the power of love and the importance of choices on a guided path. At the...2023-10-1948 min
Record Scratch with KaraTalking Good Grief with Cheryl Espinosa-JonesCheryl Espinosa-Jones is the host of the Good Grief podcast, where she asks, "Why settle for surviving?" after loss. Valid question. In Record Scratch with Kara, we explore the losses that define our lives and how we transform those experiences to help us thrive and be better humans because of those record scratch moments. Post traumatic growth is possible. Transformation through adversity isn't easy and requires intention and resolve. After all, growth happens outside of our comfort zone. We also explore the synopsis of Espinosa-Jones' novel, AN OCEAN BETWEEN THEM, which a...2023-09-2830 min
Record Scratch with KaraFinding Peace with Charles Crenshaw, Jr.The first time I met Charles, he said the most profound statement that I have ever heard. He shared, “I released the burden of being a Black man through prescriptive yoga and meditation.” I asked Charles to place a pin there and we would return to this someday. This podcast is the followup. Our conversation explores how anyone can achieve internal peace. Charles is a Vietnam veteran, a yogi, and so much more. His book, PATHLESS PATH: GOD, GRACE, GURU, is a powerful example of a journey towards peace. Charles Crenshaw, Jr., MS, MDivW, and his...2023-09-2136 min
Record Scratch with KaraGrief and Self-Care with Suzanne FalterAfter the sudden death of her daughter, Suzanne Falter discovered the power of self-care to deliver her from high stress, workaholism, and devastating grief. Suzanne is the author of 16 books, and has been a professional writer and speaker since 1980. She hosted the "Self-Care for Extremely Busy Women" podcast, bringing better self-care to thousands of busy people each week in 98 countries around the globe. She is the author of "The Extremely Busy Woman’s Guide to Self-Care" (Sourcebooks) and a memoir, "Free Spirited: How My Daughter Healed Me from the Afterlife" (Love & Happiness Publishing), which is bas...2023-09-1426 min
Record Scratch with KaraSpeaking with End-of-Life Doula Jeanne OlsonWhat is a death doula? Jeanne Olson is a professional grief navigator, grief educator, and end-of-life doula. Jeanne joins me to discuss how she helps individuals during their final moments of life and her own life path, which inspires her to do the work she does. Jeanne is a Certified Grief Educator and NEDA Proficient Certified End-of-Life Doula through the University of Vermont. She has many other certifications in multiple modalities to provide coping tools when dealing with grief. She volunteers with online grief groups alongside grief expert David Kessler and with hospice care in...2023-09-0720 min
Record Scratch with KaraNavigating Grief and Healing from Trauma with Graehme HallThis episode is from the archives of my podcast, Finding Joy with Kara, which explores powerful stories of healing and transformation. My guests on both podcasts all have unique backgrounds and are transforming the world in their own amazing ways. One of many teachers in my life is Graehme Hall, the founder of The Hermaden Institute and author of ODYSSEYS OF LOVE: DEATH, DEMENTIA AND THE SOUL. Graehme is someone that I turn to for loving guidance whenever I need a boost. In fact, Graehme is my spiritual fairy godmother. I spoke with her hours af...2023-08-2439 min
Record Scratch with KaraFinding Hope and Inspiration with Iva NasrOver a decade ago, I walked into a room lit up by Iva Nasr's presence. Iva is the one whom Elizabeth Gilbert references in her memoir, EAT PRAY LOVE, of having a "Bat phone to the Universe." We instantly became friends. When someone asks me what Iva does, I tell them that she facilitates miracles. Iva possesses a calming presence, and I requested that she deliver the main message at my son Jake's Celebration of Life. She graciously accepted and did so with the utmost compassion. Growing up in Beirut, Lebanon, Iva and he...2023-08-1748 min
Record Scratch with KaraImpacting Lives with Former All-American and NFL Star Marlin JacksonFormer All-American and NFL star turned social entrepreneur, Marlin Jackson, created the program he needed as a youth: the Fight for Life Foundation, which teaches social-emotional learning modules. These modules (I firmly believe) should be taught in every school across the country, regardless of socioeconomic circumstances. Marlin is a humanitarian, a husband, and the father he never had to his three young boys. Marlin has successfully turned his childhood pain into a purpose-driven passion for helping others. He’s one of the most humble humans I have ever met and is changing the world for the better....2023-08-1035 min
Record Scratch with KaraMarriage and Family Therapist Stephanie Heck: Exploring Therapy Options with Laughter and HumilityWhere do we begin with therapy? What should we expect? In our interview, therapist Stephanie Heck, IMFT/ATR, shares the various therapeutic approaches to grief and trauma. We cover family patterns, art therapy, EMDR, and most of all, having a sense of humor goes a long way! Stephanie is a Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist. She earned her master's degree at Phillips Graduate Institute in Los Angeles, CA. Stephanie works with individuals, families, and couples in distress. She takes a very collaborative approach to therapy with her clients a...2023-08-0337 min
Record Scratch with KaraExploring the Universe with Rock Star Astrologer Gemini BrettHave you ever wanted to explore something fun — or somewhere exciting? After a few friends shared their "Astrocartography" reading experience with me, I wanted to learn more. Astrolocation | Astrocartography helps someone discover areas around the globe that would be optimal for work, play, love, and relaxation. This is why I was drawn to Rock Star Astrologer Gemini Brett. I am a storyteller — Gemini is a StarryTeller. Gemini Brett is a world-renowned astrologer, shamanic StarryTeller, and inspiring educator best known for his devotion to reconnecting astrologers with the sacred astronomy of the living sky. Brett...2023-07-2731 min
Record Scratch with KaraKeeping an Open Mind and Heart While Grieving with Therapist Sherry O'BrianIn Peaks and Valleys: Integrative Approaches for Recovering from Loss, author and therapist Sherry O'Brian encourages her readers to "enjoy the tools of transformation with an open mind and heart." After all, when you experience grief, your heart is already open since it's broken. Sherry O’Brian is a psychotherapist and the sole proprietor of Mind/Body/Spirit Inner-grations. She specializes in personal growth and transformation, as well as working with those suffering from chronic illness, grief/loss, and other emotional disorders. Sherry has assisted thousands of individuals through her workshops, groups, and pr...2023-07-2034 min
Record Scratch with KaraHow We Show Up with Communications Expert Lisa MitchellLisa shares how her record scratch moment of major life disruption led her to a new career in executive comms. We discuss how we show up with effectiveness, why people lie, and how showing up for ourselves is equally, if not more, important than how we show up for others. Lisa reminds us to use communication for kindness. Tell me more. Lisa Mitchell, CFI, is a communications expert and founder of Power Body Language. She specializes in effective communication for leaders, body language and non-verbal communication skills, provides expert analysis during jury selection...2023-07-1336 min
Record Scratch with KaraResiliency and Healing with Karen HellmanKaren Hellman never believed she could heal after experiencing a severely traumatic event — until she did. WARNING: this podcast discusses PTSD, trauma, and depression. Karen is a survivor of 9/11. Karen is a testament that you cannot only survive, but thrive after trauma. My friend who referred me to Karen said that her work is "a game changer!" And she's right. Our experiences do not have to define us, but we can leverage them into becoming a better human. Karen believes that everyone deserves a life filled with joy, and I wholeheartedly agree! C...2023-07-0632 min
Record Scratch with KaraTransformational Truth with Sunny Lu WilliamsWhat do you do when faced with a painful family secret about your past? I explore the answer to this question with Sunny Lu Williams, CEO and President of TechServ, as we discuss the one family rule she fought against and how keeping things in the family is not always the best approach for your personal mental health. The result: being vulnerable and sharing your story can be healing. Sunny Lu Williams is a better leader, a better friend, a better wife, and a better mom as a result. Whenever I meet someone, I wonder...2023-06-2943 min
Record Scratch with KaraAstrology Hub Founder Amanda Pua WalshAmanda Pua Walsh, M.S., is the CEO & Founder of Astrology Hub, an online platform for astrological guidance and education reaching hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. She’s the creator of the top-rated Astrology Hub Podcast with over 5 million downloads to date. The insights from her first Astrology reading illuminated a path forward for Amanda. She found hope, clarity and direction - which inspired her to create a platform that makes finding high-quality astrologers for readings and astrological education and guidance accessible to the masses. Amanda joins me to discuss how she leverages Astrology in...2023-06-2240 min
Record Scratch with KaraProcessing Grief with Barri Leiner GrantChief Grief Officer ™ of The Memory Circle, Barri Leiner Grant shares with Kara her journey of living with the loss of her mother, Ellen. Barri left her career as a publicity and editorial stylist to help people cope with grief full-time. Grant has studied with the leading names in grief certification and education trainings with Claire Bidwell Smith, David Kessler, and Dora Carpenter. She combines her writing background and yoga/meditation training to craft a one-of-its-kind way forward in learning to live with loss and love your life. Open your heart and notebook — and sharpen your...2023-06-1534 min
Record Scratch with KaraIntuitive Healer Melanie EricksenIntuitive healer Melanie Ericksen joins Kara to explore how Melanie facilitates turning our wounds into wisdom and enables us to live a joy-filled life! Melanie shares a few of her own Record Scratch moments and how we express trauma (including grief) within our bodies. Melanie provides a long list of tips on what we can do to heal ourselves from trauma and be better versions of ourselves — so prepare to take notes! Melanie Ericksen: https://www.melanieericksen.com/ IG: @ericksen.melanie FB: Melanie Ericksen Kara Kavensky: https://karakavensky.com/...2023-06-0829 min
Record Scratch with KaraIntroducing Record Scratch with KaraWhen something unexpected happens in our lives, just like in the movies, everyone and everything seems to freeze, and the soundtrack playing in the background stops abruptly with the sound of a needle across vinyl. A record scratch. This podcast is focused on the courage and resiliency it takes to move through these disruptive moments. My guests share their transformational record scratch moments and offer tools to help us heal our wounds. We address varying topics including generational trauma, grief, PTSD, and what we can do to heal and be better humans. 2023-06-0105 min
Finding Joy with KaraMaureen Electra Monte, Win Like a Girl!Maureen Monte builds winning teams. She brings a Moneyball approach to the inside game so that individuals and teams can harness the talent within and reach their full potential. She has leveraged CliftonStrengths® as a competitive advantage accelerator since 2006. She focuses on highly motivated teams, including over 1,500 athletes and coaches at the middle/high school, college, and Olympic levels, and hundreds of global corporate teams on all the continents but the cold ones! She is a Gallup® certified strengths coach, has a BS/MS in Engineering, and an MS in Leadership, was engineer of the ye...2022-01-0632 minFinding Joy with KaraA Tribute to James “Jimmy Mack” McDowell, WWII VeteranThere are so many fascinating people in this world — and one of them, an angel named James “Jimmy Mack” McDowell walked into my life and showed me that I should look forward to getting older. Forever young at 90 when I met him, he remained evergreen until he passed away earlier this year, which was a few months after his 99th birthday. Jimmy was a big band singer during WWII, and subsequently experienced an amazing life filled with fun and entertainment. Jimmy was a renowned broadcaster, both on radio and tv, then became a professional DJ, photographer, and videog...2021-12-3024 minFinding Joy with KaraEric Lipp, Executive Director, Open Doors OrganizationEric Lipp is the CEO and founder of Open Doors Organization, a non-profit organization based in Chicago. It was founded in 2000 for the purpose of creating a society in which all persons with disabilities have the same consumer opportunities as everyone else. They aspire to teach businesses how to succeed in the disability market, while simultaneously empowering the disability community. A day before his 30th birthday Eric was diagnosed with Von Hippel Lindau disease, which had resulted in a tumor growth on his spinal cord. Eric was told that due to the trauma of the surgery he...2021-12-0233 minFinding Joy with KaraPaul Kapsalis, The Culture CoachPaul Kapsalis is an author, coach, and dreamer. He and his family discovered soccer when he was 5 years old in St. Louis. Paul’s story is one of the GOAT sports stories. Never count out the underdog, especially one that is driven by love and passion for a sport. Growing up in the Midwest, Paul Kapsalis dreamed of playing soccer at powerhouse Indiana University, but coaches said he simply wasn't good enough. After barely making the team, he fought through years of rejection, failure, and a career-threatening injury that sidelined him for an entire season. Then he su...2021-11-2540 minFinding Joy with KaraJanna Hymes, Conductor, Carmel Symphony OrchestraVersatility, passion, and innovation are the hallmarks of American conductor Janna Hymes — not to mention energetic! Renowned for her inspiring performances, musical depth, and energetic presence both on and off the podium, she has developed a reputation as an exciting, detailed communicator. She is also one of the first female conductors to lead an orchestra, and the first to lead the Carmel Symphony Orchestra. Born in New York City, Janna Hymes is a Fulbright scholar, recipient of a 1999 Geraldine C. and Emory M. Ford Foundation Grant, and a prizewinner of the 1998 International Conducting Competition in Be...2021-11-1829 minFinding Joy with KaraMike Green, Cultural Economist, Consultant, Speaker and the Chief Strategist for The National Institute for Inclusive CompetitivenessMike Green is a Cultural Economist, Consultant, Speaker, and the Chief Strategist at The National Institute for Inclusive Competitiveness. He is the Co-founder of Common Ground: Conversations on Race in America He is also an author of the recently released: A playbook for improving Diversity and Inclusion in Entrepreneurship Centers and of a couple of other books on how to make the world a better place (this is not the title, I am ad-libbing here because he writes collegiate textbooks on Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a subject where he is a global expert. Being an ex...2021-11-1151 minFinding Joy with KaraKim Dodson, Executive Director of Arc of IndianaThe Arc of Indiana is committed to all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities realizing their goals of living, learning, working, and fully participating in the community. Fate is what brought Kim Dodson to her current position, for it was literally an accident while she was a junior at Purdue University that steered her career course. Dodson was involved in a fatal car crash that claimed the life of her fiance. After recovering from her own injuries, she changed her major from investment banking to pre-law. During the course of an internship for a Congressman, Dodson was...2021-11-0427 minFinding Joy with KaraTom Morris, Strength Coach, Indiana University and All-Around Rock StarA moment of adversity sparked opportunity for Tom Morris, who is in his 15th year with the Indiana University Strength and Conditioning Department, serving as the Senior Director of Athletic Performance. Tom is responsible for the development and implementation of sport-specific strength conditioning, flexibility, speed, and agility programs for the 8-time national champions IU men’s soccer program, as well as a multitude of other teams from track and field to men’s and women’s basketball, swimming and diving, and more. Tom doesn’t just work in fitness–he lives and breathes it, day in and day out.2021-10-2829 minFinding Joy with KaraActivist and ProCyclist Kathryn BertineSTAND by Kathryn Bertine is a powerful memoir on activism. It’s also a how-to manual for progress. When Kathryn Bertine was six years old, she rode her bike to kindergarten in Bronxville, NY. One morning on the way to school, the chain fell off. She reattached the chain by herself and that day in class, her teacher asked the students what they wanted to do when they grew up. Kathryn confidently, and legibly, wrote out, “I want to be a fix-it woman. I want to fix broken things.” This proclamation could not have been more prophetic. 2021-03-3148 minFinding Joy with KaraTurning the Pain of Loss into Actionable Change with Phoenix JacksonPhoenix Jackson is an award-winning social entrepreneur, communications strategist, tech investor, author, and speaker. Phoenix is the Founder of Phoenix Affect, a 16-year-old global public relations and marketing firm. She has worked with many small business owners, non-profits, professional athletes, entertainers, authors, speakers, politicians, and more helping them to manifest their desired outcomes within business. Her tagline is: Influence Something! Phoenix is also the Partner and Chief Communications Officer of two financial tech firms that are changing the landscape of homeownership and credit worthiness for the American people. Rental Kharma and Achroma were created to level the...2021-03-2439 minFinding Joy with KaraSocial Justice Filmmaker & Actress Dija HenryDija Henry is an actress, drama coach (instructs kids in film camp), author, YouTuber, wife, mom, and an all-around amazing creative spirit. As a youth, she was a competitive gymnast who studied engineering at Purdue and found a way to incorporate her love of theater into her life. While battling postpartum depression, Dija found her creative outlet and has been blessed with a support network enabling her to follow her dreams. Dija encourages everyone to pursue their passions and not be afraid to shine. Her work encompasses a strong sense of social responsibility and tackles...2021-03-1729 minFinding Joy with KaraGraehme Hall, founder of The Hermaden InstituteGraehme Hall, founder of The Hermaden Institute https://www.hermaden.com events & workshops: https://www.hermaden.com/calendar-of-events.html Sharing this interview feels intimate, as this is one of the most personal podcasts that I have recorded. Graehme Hall is the founder of The Hermaden (her - MADDEN) Institute. The mission of The Hermaden Institute is empowering people with the knowledge of who they really are, helping them discover their true power so they can create happier and more fulfilling lives. This should be the focus of all organizations! Graehme is...2021-03-1042 minFinding Joy with KaraAuthor, Documentarian, Performer Betsy B. MurphyBetsy Murphy is a writer, performer, mother, grandmother, and a loving guide for women (and men) to retrieve the hidden parts of our stories. She is brilliant at creating safe space for individuals to discuss She speaks about the “things we don’t talk about” but does it in a way that makes you comfortable being in the conversation. Betsy has created a few impactful documentaries: New York in the 50s based on a book by Dan Wakefield— a loving look at the generation of writers, poets, painters, musicians, and artists who planted the seeds for the cultural...2021-03-0348 minFinding Joy with KaraLiving Life to the Fullest: Debbie Zipes and Cassie StockampDebbie Zipes and Cassie Stockamp had each, independently of one another and before they became friends, had made significant lifestyle pivots to minimize their worldly possessions and travel the world (to over 30+ countries) spreading love and positivity. In this podcast we discuss how they upended their lives to pursue their deepest passions, knowing that you only have one life to live. We also explore how they satiate their innate sense of wanderlust during the pandemic. Links and Resources https://greatplainsguide.net/about-jeff/ workaway.com cassiestockamp.com Debbie...2021-02-2448 minFinding Joy with KaraSocial Entrepreneur Marlin JacksonFormer All-American and NFL star Marlin Jackson created the program he needed as a youth: the Fight for Life Foundation, which teaches social-emotional learning modules in schools. Marlin is a humanitarian, a social entrepreneur, a husband, and is the father he never had to his three young boys. Marlin has successfully turned his childhood pain into a purpose-driven passion for helping others. He’s one of the most humble humans I have ever met and is changing the world for the better. Marlin shares his story with unabashed vulnerability, which is so refreshing since he’s an all...2021-02-1736 minFinding Joy with KaraLGBTQ Tech Founder Josh DriverJosh Driver has one of the biggest hearts and he is able to express his passion for helping others through his company, Selflessly. Inclusion and equality serve as his beacon for all individuals and organizations wishing to make the world a better place through their generosity. We explore the early challenges that led to Josh becoming the founder of a tech company — and being a gay tech founder in the Midwest! Corporate social responsibility is made possible through his company, which has a fun way of expressing an organization’s culture by where its heart is. It’s Josh...2021-02-1131 minFinding Joy with KaraSkincare Entrepreneur Saidah PearsallSaidah Pearsall is a reluctant entrepreneur. As a child, she was a burn victim and her mother healed her wounds with homemade salves. When Saidah’s daughter, a competitive gymnast, needed something to help her intensively dried hands, Saidah created a miracle balm. Her daughter was in awe of the product and said " Mom, you should be selling this!" That statement launched a company — thus creating the Shea BODYWORKS product line, featuring the Happy Hands + Feet balm. It truly is a pedicure in a jar! Shea BODYWORKS has experienced its challenges and when faced with the pandemic, Saida...2021-02-0829 minFinding Joy with KaraA Conversation of Miracles and Possibilities with Iva NasrOver a decade ago, I walked into a room that Iva lit up by her presence. Iva is the one whom Elizabeth Gilbert references in her memoir, Eat Pray Love when Liz is wanting to finalize her divorce. Iva suggests writing a petition to God (Universe). If you have not read this book, or it’s been a while, this scene is one of the more profound miracles in the book. This is what Iva does, she facilitates miracles. Growing up in Beirut, Lebanon, Iva and her family lived through a war and moved to the United St...2021-02-0355 minFinding Joy with KaraCharles CrenshawThe first time I met Charles, he said the most profound statement that I have ever heard, “I released the burden of being a black man through prescriptive yoga and meditation.” Our conversation addresses his sagacious claim and explores how anyone can achieve internal peace. Charles is a Vietnam veteran, a yogi, and so much more. His book, Pathless Path: God, Grace, Guru is a powerful example of a journey to find peace. Charles Crenshaw, Jr., MS, MDivW Author, Pathless Path: God Grace Guru He and his wife, Carol, are co-founders of the Inner Peace Yoga Inst...2021-01-2746 minFinding Joy with KaraFinding Joy with Kara Preview EpisodeJoin Kara Kavensky as she explores powerful stories of healing and transformation. Her guests all have unique backgrounds and are transforming the world in their own amazing ways. Impactful and honest, the stories shared via Finding Joy with Kara can provide a distinctive healing salve. Subscribe now for updates. Connect with Kara karakavensky.com @karakavensky on Twitter, FB, IG https://www.facebook.com/karakavenskywriter/ https://www.instagram.com/karakavensky/ https://twitter.com/karakavensky Music by Adam Gibson of Adam Gibson Design Mixing by The Brassy Broadcasting Company2021-01-2102 min
Edge of IndyEP 62: Christamore House Guild & B. Happy Peanut ButterToday's show is all about benefit luncheons and peanut butter consumption. First up, we'll be joined by a team from the Christamore House Guild to discuss the upcoming book and author benefit. Then we'll eat peanut butter with as a spoon as we welcome B. Happy Peanut Butter. All that and more, today on the EDGE! Christamore House Guild The Christamore House Guild is an organization of women who commit to supporting the Christamore House through volunteering and charitable fundraising. One of their main fundraisers the Book & Author Benefit is happening on April 20. 2018-04-131h 19
The Human Decoder4 Steps to A Successful Personal Pivot with Kara KavenskyThroughout your career and life, you will find yourself needing to make a few personal pivots to stay in alignment with your joy. Even when you think you have it all figured out, misalignments happen and you can either stay in it and be unfulfilled, or you can take action to make the needed changes. In this episode, I talk with writer/storyteller/tech maven, Kara Kavensky, who shares 4 key steps to managing through your personal pivot process and finding a way to reclaim your joy. To connect with Kara, check out her website www.karakavensky.com 2017-10-1835 min
The Lisa Mitchell ShowEpisode 15: Kara KavenskyThroughout your career and life, you will find yourself needing to make a few personal pivots to stay in alignment with your joy. Even when you think you have it all figured out, misalignments happen and you can either stay in it and be unfulfilled, or you can take action to make the needed changes. In this episode, I talk with writer/storyteller/tech maven, Kara Kavensky, who shares 4 key steps to managing through your personal pivot process and finding a way to reclaim your joy. To connect with Kara, check out her website www.karakavensky.com 2017-10-1835 minEdge of IndyEP 28: Amplify Hope & Indianapolis Women EntrepreneursAmplify Indy is an organization that was started by Harrison Painter three months ago and with this organization, he is promoting and "amplifying" awesome people/brands/causes who are doing great things in the Indianapolis community. One of those causes he is helping to promote is the Hope Center. On August 17th they are holding "Amplify Hope" at Collaborate 317 from 6-8 p.m. The Hope Center is an organization that provides education, food, shelter, and mental health services to women who have been rescued from the sex trafficking and they are raising money to open the largest...2017-08-041h 00Edge of IndyEP 21: inx3 & IndyHubWe are one week away from Indianapolis's newest tech conference, so we wanted to have Kara Kavensky on the show again to discuss more of the details of the inaugural year of inx3. Plus, she brought along a couple others who you will see at inx3. Brian McGinnis, a partner at Barnes & Thornburg, was one of the first sponsors of the event and has helped Kara with the planning and strategy of the conference. Also on the show is Thor Wood, Founder/CEO of Snapshyft, who will be one of the companies participating in the pitch competition...2017-06-0953 min