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The Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceEgo Vs Self Confidence/Self LoveEgo is actually how we live our lives.  We have the ID, Ego and Super Ego.  When they all work well together that helps us navigate through life.  When however we allow the ID Ego to take over, we allow that negative part of the ego to rule your entire focus and mindset.  In order to release ego you must first come to terms with the fact that you have no control over anything except your mindset.  When you start to focus on self acceptance and appreication for your flaws, the ego starts to tame.   ...2022-05-0837 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity Xperience3 Types Of People To Surround Yourself WithThree types of people to surround yourself with to help elevate your vibe.  The Supporter, The Boundary Respector and The Inspirer.  You must also be those three things for yourself first and extend that same energy to those around you. If you do not have these people around you, its a good indicator to not only revaluate your circle but to focus on your own self love and growth. NEW PATREON episode out now!   Become A Patreon2022-05-0135 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceRelease What You Can't Control By Nurturing What You CanReleasing the need to have control over situations, things and people requires nurturing of your mindset and perspective.  By enhancing and nurturing your mindset, your desire to control the unknown deminishes.   The things you think you control is actually controlling you. What you are chasing, you will always chase and what you run from with always chase you.  Mindfulness and acceptance that everthing is temporary, is where the foundation of relasing is rooted. Visit me here!  www.thepositivityxperience.com2022-04-2441 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceProtecting Your Energy As An EmpathIf you are an empath you know the difficulties of protecting your peace.  While difficult it is not impossible as long as you are willing to accept that its not your job to actually absorb other peoples stuff.    Empaths need structure and boundaries and a place to process what they are experiencing.   The ability to distiguish the difference between other peoples pain and your own will allow you the ability to seperate from the absorbtion of others energy. For services and socials, follow me here! www.thepositivityxperience.com2022-04-1734 minYoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerYoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerINTERVIEW WITH LORI RUBENSTEIN FAZZIO DPT, PT, MAPPSC,C-IAYT on TAKING YOGA THERAPY INTO HEALTHCARE SETTINGSListen to the full episode by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/yogatherapyhourOn today's podcast, Amy talks with Professor Lori Rubenstein Fazzio, DPT & C-IAYT.Lori Rubenstein Fazzio, earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, her Master of Applied Science from the University of South Australia and her Bachelor of Science from Boston University. She is a Certified Yoga Therapist through the International Association of Yoga Therapists and is a frequent speaker at professional conferences. Lori founded Mosaic Physical Therapy in 2003, dedicated to providing qu...2022-04-1511 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceDevelop Self Love By Dropping Limited BeliefsTo develop self love is to release the limited belief system that your parents, friends and social media has given you.  You can't fully love yourself while trying to please everyone even if you were told that that is what you need to do.   Allowing yourself the space to restructure your thoughts to be yours and not everyone else does take time and effort but the journey IS the progress and the reward is far more then any other human could provide you. For socials and all the services I provide, visit me at www.th...2022-04-1039 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity Xperience3 Ways You Are Giving Your Power Away & How To StopWe all have power but often give it away in hopes that other people will like us.  We hold expectations that other people have the power to make us "happy".  Only YOU can make you happy and expecting others to do so is draining your power.   To protect your peace and maintain your power, you must be willing to release control and let go of the things you think will make you 'Happy".  Harness your power by restoring your soul and making yourself a priority Let's chat about it ...   www.thepositivityxperience.com F...2022-04-0332 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity Xperience5 Characteristics Of Unhealthy BoundariesBoundaries are a foundation of healthy relationships when set with intention and consistent practice.  When we have unhealthy boundaries, those lines get blurred and thouse boundaries become unhealthy. Trauma throughout your life can also lead to unhealthy boundaries.  Focus on healing that trauma and establishing healthy boundaries. Let's chat about it..   For all socials and private sessions: www.thepositivityxperience.com  2022-03-2745 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceThe Ways You Are Making Your Life Harder & How To Stop Doing ThemIf you find yourself living in the past and feeling as though you will never be "happy" or at peace, you may not realize it but you are making your life even harder.  The art of acceptance and letting go is the key to gaining self love and boundaries but you resist these things when they aren't comfortable.   Let's chat about it... For all social links and services follow the website here2022-03-2039 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceThe Various Types Of Narcissistic PersonalitiesEncountering a narcissist is something we have or will face in our life.  If you are lucky, its a brief encounter but more often then not we end up entangled with them.  The importance of self love and boundaries is the key to avoiding the attachment to these people but let's discuss a few of the types of Narcissistic Personality Disorders so you have a bit more insight on what or who you are dealing with. Website to all services and links: www.thepositivityxperience.com2022-03-1338 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity Xperience5 Ways Gratitude Will Shift Your Enitire MindsetStarting your day committing 10 minutes of gratitude pen to pad can shift your entire mindset.  There will always be things out of your control but gratitude and mindfulness allows you to be grounded, present and intentional.   Building a gratitude practice into your daily routine along with other wellness practices will give you an amazing start to each day2022-03-0631 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceWhy People Struggle To Report AbuseNot being belived, humiliated or blamed are three reasons people are afraid to report abuse. It becomes even more problematic when poeple don't see evidence of what they assume abuse should look like.   The idea that you have no other option then your current one can often make you feel like staying is the only option.  Let's chat about it Domestic Hotline 1-800-799-7233 Text START 88788 Follow the Website for socials, blog and services www.thepositivityxperience.com2022-02-2739 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceCoping With Natural & Global Disaster AnxietyIn this bonus episode the recent events in Ukraine and personal DM's surrounding the coping of anxiety when you feel so helpless and uncertain.  Consistent scheduling and self care is mandatory to help maintain some sense of normalcy.   We never know or can always prepare for a tragedy.  Maintaining a daily wellness practice every day will allow you to always have a safe space.    If you would like to help Ukraine, Here are a few resources for you. ifaw.org Voices For Children Revived Soldiers Of Ukraine   ...2022-02-2534 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceYou Are One Decision Away From A Totally Different LifeFeeling stuck, lost, sad and in fear can be overwhelming.  It's often hard to look past your current situation but one decision can be the change of your entire life.   It's overwhelming when you are looking at the entire picture as an emergency.  When you sort and prioritize what is the most important to you, it allows you to process each area of your life without that overwhelm. Let's chat about it. For services and other social links follow www.thepositivityxperience.com 2022-02-2030 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceFeeling Overwhelmed And Numb * Finding PurposeAre you feeling numb or depressed to the point of overwhelm and thoughts of leaving the planet because of it? Often we feel as though what we are going through in this moment may last a lifetime.   Its hard to see light and hope at times but I promise you as dim as it may be, there is a light there. Pupose is something that has many legs and changes as you grow.  Let's chat about getting through those darker days. Follow Me Here2022-02-1331 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceWhy Gratitude Is PricelessGratitude is key to a joyful life.  True gratitude comes with zero expectation.  Gratitude for the little things that you take for granite each day.  The matching socks or warm coffee.  Gratitude is grounding for your soul and fills that missing void you feel. Let's chat about it Follow Me Here2022-02-0630 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceTheir Reason Will Never Be Enough * How I Released That ExpectationYou want someone else's reason and then often debate that reason unless something fits the narrative that you have created in your mind. Their reason will never be valid to you.  My Aha moment came 20 some years ago after a conversation with a cousin.  That specific moment I released the need toi know why some of my traumas happened.  Lets chat about it. Follow Me Here!2022-01-3033 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceAll Or Nothing Thinking * Find The GrayDo you use words like always or never, perfect or disaster?  These are only a couple examples of all or nothing thinking.  Finding the gray area is one of the keys to balance.  If you go all in to only give up on whatever you went all in is also all or nothing.  Finding the many shades of gray in your day to day life will not only help your mental health but will also enhance all of your relationships.  Let's chat about black and white thinking and how to find the gray. Follow me here!2022-01-2332 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceStop Trying To Change PeopleOne sticking point on your journey of self love is accepting someone for who they are, not who you want them to be.  Its accepting that just because you want someone in your life, they may not be in alignment with you and that IS ok. It is important to not chase but attract. Let's chat about it.   For all my other socials and services, click here 2022-01-1632 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceHow My Trauma Inspired Me.Trauma is something that all of us have in one form or another.  For years my trauma defined me though anger and the idea that the world and all my relationships owed me something.  This led to years of anxiety, overthinking and all in all misery.  This changed for me when I knew that there was something that I had to do for myself to feel better.  I didn't know what better was but I knew it wasn't how I was living.  Lets chat about it   You can find all my links here  A...2022-01-0936 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceBreaking Social Media AddictionHow much time do you spend each day on social media?  Do you find yourself scrolling for hours?  Social media as a tool is an amazing wonderful thing.  Social media as a distraction is a slippery slope that will send you on a constant need to scroll for the dopamine release.   I will share with you my strategies and how long I am actually on social media each day.   For all of my social media links and website, click here2022-01-0231 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceStop Arguing & EngagingWhen you find yourself in a space of reaction, you are engaging not from a place of communication but from a space of battle and being right.  You fear someone getting over on you or feeling superior but the reality is you engaging is them already "winning"   A person can't argue with an empty space.  Walking away to process what you want to say is where the real peace in power is.  This allows you to articulate your prospetive when you are not operating from emotion. Let's chat about it. Follow the website and other soci...2021-12-2632 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceBalancing The Human And Spiritual PracticesA spiritual practice is the foundation of alignment with the universe, abundance, peace and well being.  Spiritual alignment when paired with Life Coaching and therapy practices is what will give you the full solid foundation to live your best life. It's all abut alloiwing yourself to be vulnerable and heal your human traumas while being open to recieve what is in alignemtn with you from the universal energy.  Let's chat about it! Visit the website for services and other socials here2021-12-1835 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceRefusing To Accept Is Holding You BackOne of the biggest hurdles keeping you feeling stuck comes down to acceptance.  To accept is to release what is holding you back.  The art of acceptance is one of the best tools in your life.  To accept is to release the control that that person/situation has over you.  Let's chat about it. YouTube:  Tik Tok @LoriWheeler Instagram: OfficialLoriWheeler WEBSITE:2021-12-1231 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceNothing Changes Until You DoNothing will change until YOU change.  Henry Ford said "Regardless if you think you can or cannot, you are right".  When you say "I can't" or "But it's hard" then that is exactly as it will be.  Our minds are facinating things that you have more influence over than you realize.   We have developed these default responses that is up to us to change.  Let's chat about it. YouTube  Website Tik Tok @LoriWheeler Instagram @OfficialLoriWheeler2021-12-0530 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceEp. 47 Revenge & Grudges.** Release The AngerWe have all been in a space of such deep hurt that is seems impossible to consider that ever going away until the other person "pays the price" for hurting you.  What you don't realize is that deep anger is actually harming your energy. When you focus on self love and healing yourself, the need to seek revenge and hold grudges will not keep you at 3 am feeling this anger.   Follow all my socials and website here Join my Tik Tok Live every Tuesday evening 7pm EST and Sunday morning (time varies) for co...2021-11-2830 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceSelf Confidence Vs. Self LoveDo you know the difference of self love and self confidence?  While they do go hand and hand, they are different in nature.  Self confidence is knowing you are good at something externally.  Self love is knowing that you are good enough as you are right now.   You do deserve to love yourself, it's just you beliving that. Follow all my socials and YouTube Here2021-11-2230 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceEstablishing Your Energy BoundariesEnergy boundaries are the foundation of every other boundary you will ever establish.  Understanding not only your energy but the energy of others.   Being aware of how much you actually don't have energy boundaries is a great first step tp establishing them.  Understand that your energy is your responsibility to protect which means you must know how to protect that energy in the first place. Let's chat about it. Follow me here!2021-11-1431 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceYou Don't Need To Know Other People's WhyOften you get caught up in other people and their reason as to why they say or think the way they do.  You try to figure out their why and how you may or may not be able to change it.  The fact is, you don't need their why but you do need your own.  Focusing on other people's why is wasted energy.  Let's chat about it. My website and other social links are here2021-11-0730 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceHow to Manifest...It Isn't Just What You WantIf you have ever heard of manifestation and did a vision board to tell the universe what you want, that is often desperate energy.  You will never attract from desperation, scarcity or fear.  In manifestatipn you can't fake it till you make it.   Manifesting is about being in alignment. In order to be in alignment, you must first achieve the feeling of that alignment.  The feeling state and working towards that desire IS manifestation.    Let's talk about it. For private appointments and all socials, FOLLOW HERE2021-10-3130 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity Xperience5 Tips If You Are Feeling Stuck In Your LifeDo you feel stuck in your life?  Stuck is honestly just another word for overwhelm.  You want new jobs and relationships but feel like you can't even put one foot in front of the other.  Feeling stuck can also result from you wanting new things to "fill a void".   I want to share with you five tips and clarity as to why you may feel "stuck".  Allowing yourself to face that fear and allow yourself to take the steps to fill that void and THEN make the changes to get unstuck. Follow me here!2021-10-2430 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceEp 41 Motivation & ProcrastinationHow many times have to started a project only to not feel motivated to complete it?  You tell yourself you are going to accomplish these giant goals but feel that its overwhelming to the point of not doing any of it.   Micro goals will be your very best friend in achieving these goals.  Knowing when to implement the cut off time and actually stick with it.   Let's chat Motivation and procrastination. Follow me here!2021-10-1830 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceEp 40: Intrusive Thoughts DefinedIntrusive thoughts can be scary and make you question your sanity.  The key is to understand that intrusive thoughts are only thoughts and not facts.  When you have OCD and Anxiety they are often more exacerbated but all people on the planet have intrusive thoughts.   The key is not not overanalyze them and question the why.  Not talking about them or fearing them does not allow for the thought to come and go like a wave.  Let's chat about them. Follow me here!2021-10-1029 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceDo You React Or Respond? / Why Reaction Will Never Benefit You Long TermReaction vs response is one huge key in long term healthy relationships and especially the one in which you have with yourself.   How many times have you been on the receiving end of someone in total reaction mode?  You shut down and do not listen to what the person is saying.  It's the self awarness of your responses that will cultivate productive relationships. Follow me here!  2021-10-0430 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceEp 38: Gabby Petito & Brian Laundrie / The Mental Health Of This CaseThe Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie case that continues to grow each day with more twists and turns also has a mental health aspect that so many people are facing in their lives currently.   OCD and anxiety and according to some, Brian's "episodes".  These are all things that many people are facing in their lives and realtionships today.   The harsh reality is there are still so many people who are struggling with this RIGHT NOW.  Let's chat about it   Domestic Abuse Hotline  1-800-799-7233 Thehotline.org Follow...2021-09-2649 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceMicro Goals To Achieve And Sustain Your GoalsDo you set goals and start really strong but then fizzle out after a short time?  Do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted by just the thought of the goals?  Micro goals are your absolute best friend.  This requires patience and consistency but will allow you to achieve your goals and sustain the momentum. Follow me here! Fly Lady  Tidying Up With Marie Kondo Home Edit2021-09-1931 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceMy Personal 9-11 Story / You Never ForgetSeptember 11th 2001 was a day that like millions of other people will not forget.  Blue skies, puffy clouds and an odd feeling of silence was the way the morning started.  That would soon change  for days, months and years to come.  I wanted to share my 9-11 story with you all.   Be kind and be consistent in that kindness. Follow me here2021-09-1337 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceThoughts And Feelings Are NOT FactsWe get ourselves cought up and hurt when other people do not see or validate our feelings to the way we would like them to.  This is because we are the only ones having our exact feelings and thoughts.    A Fact is one that just is, it carries zero emotion.  We attach our views, thoughts and emotions to them.  They are valid to us.  It becomes problematic however when you expect everyone to see it as THE FACT.  Lets chat about it. For all things Lori and Postivity Xperience follow here! Tik Tok @LoriWhe...2021-09-0630 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceStop Trying To Make Other People Comfortable With YOUYou often feel stuck because you are hoping that other people support your decision. growth or boundaries.  You start to second guess your goals and beliefs when other people start to show some form of doubt or judgement. Getting comfortable with other people not understanding your vision or goal is where you will really start to grow.  This will come with therapy, mindfulness and daily practice of self love and trusting your own goals.  You are often waiting for other people to validate those dreams.  When you do that, you will always be waiting.   For...2021-08-2930 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceWhat Does Self Love Mean And How To Have ItSelf love is where all love begins.  The way to give and receive 100 percent true unconditional love always starts with the love of yourself first.  Self care while part of self love is not the heart of loving yourself.  This comes from accepting who you are.  You can only accept who you are when you actually KNOW who that really is.   Follow the website for all social media links including YouTube.  You can also work with me one on one.  Click here2021-08-2231 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceStop Waiting To Be Comfortable....Nothing Grows In the Comfort Zone...Do IIt ScaredAre you waiting for the "perfect" scenario before you take the steps to achieve your goals, you will remain stuck.  In the comfort zone there is zero growth.  The growth happens in the discomfort, the uncomfortable and the unknown of the outcome.   If you continue to wait for that comfort, the growth will not happen.   Follow Me Here! Instagram:  Officialloriwheeler Tik Tok: Lori Wheeler Facebook: The Positivity Xperience Podcast  YouTube:  The Positivity Xperience or Lori Wheeler2021-08-1630 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceReset When Things Don't Go As PlannedIn life you may have a plan but it doesn't mean that it is THE plan.  There will be things along the way that may throw a wrench inyour journey.  You CANNOT control those types of things but you can take the time to reset, ground and reevaluate.   Follow www.thepositivityxpereince.com Tik Tok  @Loriwheeler Instagram @OfficialLoriWheeler  2021-08-0929 minThe Positivity XperienceThe Positivity XperienceHow To Tell If Your Energy Is Vibrating High Or LowWe are all energy.  We would love to vibrate high at all times.  That is where everything would always just fall into place and we would be attracting everything we wanted all the time.  However, life happens and situations happen that often drops our energy.  When you have anxiety, depression and many other things in your life, this is lower vibrational.   Your vibe attracts your tribe so while you want to often blame the people around us for how we feel but it's often our own vibrations that allow these situations.  Trauma and a dysfunctional past will always...2021-07-2630 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorThe Black Dahlia * Elizabeth Short*Elizabeth Short's murder just shy of 80 years ago has been one that most people in the true crime world know well.  It is a case that we find intriguing and mysterious.  With well over 17 suspects in her traumatic murder the case still remains cold to this day.   Paul and I will be discussing the case and providing our own theories on who we think may have been her muderer2020-12-2156 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorOverthinking vs Obsessive Thinking..Yesm you can have bothWe all overthink from time to time.  That's a normal part of life.  Its when the overthinking takes you over and keeps you from doing things is when it becomes an issue.  This is often linked to perfectionism. Obsessive thinking is a bit different in nature and is often linked to depression, anxiety and OCD.  This is the ruminating and anticipating loop that keeps you from being in the present moment and often leads to you thinking that you are less than. Feel free to also follow the website www.thepositivityxperience.com for the link to th...2020-12-1530 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorThe Mad Butcher Of Kingsbury RunIn the 1930's in the Cleveland Ohio area an unidentified serial killer was at large.  During the Depression era in the Kingsbury Run shanty town known for bars and brothels, there were 12 torso's found in a three year span.   Eliot Ness who is famed for bringing down Al Capone was brought on board to solve the case, it was never offically solved.  There have been some rumblings that the torso killer may have also been the killer of the Black Dahlia.2020-12-1346 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorRICHARD COTTINGHAM * The Torso Killer*1967-1980 in New York and New Jersey, there was a serial killer who would torture his victims and eventually dismember them.  Richard Cottingham was a husband, father and loyal employee at Blue Cross Blue Shield.  He was known to have a fetish of S&M but no one could possibly know that they were in the midst of a gruesome and demented killer.  2020-12-0650 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorKILLER COUPLE Alton Coleman & Debra BrownFrom May-July 1984 Alton Colman & Debra Brown went on a murder spree that lasted 54 days.  They earned the moniker "The Black Bonnie & Clyde" and traveled through Ohio, Wisconsin, Indiana and their home state of Illinois. When the spree was over they murdered 8 people and injured many more along the way. Debra and Alton both had an abusive home life leading to the ever standing question of nature vs nurture.  2020-11-3058 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorPastor Christopher GattisOn Thanksgiving Eve 2018 Pastor Chris Gattis shot and killed his wife, setp daughter and her boyfriend.  Tensions had been high for over 48 hours.  The neighbors and co-workers were shocked as Chris was known to be a great neighbor and friend.  Neighbors and co workers were beyond shocked thinking that Chris could never have been capabe of such a violent act. This is a case that reminds you that......you never REALLy know who your neighbors are.2020-11-2329 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorKILLERS? Lori Vallow & Chad DaybellChad and Lori Daybell are both facing criminal charges in connection to the deaths of 7-year-old Joshua "JJ" Vallow and 17-year-old Tylee Ryan. The children's bodies were found buried on the Chad Daybell's Idaho property after a nationwide search.   This has also lead to to the arrests of both Lori and Chad.  They are facing various charges but currently murder is not one of them.   This has also lead to many more questions in regards to other people who have also ended up deceased.  The trial has been combined and they are both scheduled for tria...2020-11-171h 01Amateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Charlie BrandtOn Septemebr 13th 2004 Charlie Brandt killed is wife, neice and then himself.  While many people were shocked that Charlie could have done something so unthinkable, his sister held a dark family secret. While this dark secret was kept quiet, Charlie's wife Teri's parents are almost certain that if this secret was known, it could have saved many lives.2020-11-0954 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorLISKE FAMILY MASSACREIn the morning hours of October 31st 2010 a family would be murdered.  They would be found later that day by their youngest son after he was concerned that his mother still had not gotten out of bed at 1:30pm. Could it have been a robbery or random intruder or someone much closer to the family?  2020-11-0243 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Fritz HaarmannKnown as the Vampire, Werewolf and butcher of Hanover Germany. Fritz Haarmann murdered 70 + boys ranging between 10-18 years old in the years of 1918 through 1924,   He was convited of murdering 22-24 of his victims. He had a lover during that time and it is believed that he helped lure at least two boys to their apartment though never killing anyone directly.    2020-10-2636 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorMYSTERY DEATH * Elisa LamOn February 19th 2013 Elisa Lam was found floating in a water tank on the roof of the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles.  Her death was ruled an accidental drowning, but was this something far more sinister or paranormal?  2020-10-1924 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorDISCUSSION * Domestic Homicide*When you fall in love the progression of the relationship is often marriage and a family.  If you have a traditional wedding, the vows state "till death do us part". We are hoepful that it will be many many years before that vow is fulfilled. 80% of domestic homicide victims are femaile.  How does someone go from Love you forever to murder?  There  is something called the Domestic Triangle that is used to catagorize motive..  Love, Money or Drugs...  Join us for our discussion. If you are in an unsafe relationship and need resources you can go to...2020-10-1248 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorMONSTER OF THE ANDES * Pedro Lopez*On July 31st 1981 33 year old Pedro Lopez plead guilty to killing 57 girls throughout Columbia, Equador and Peru.  He claimed to have killed over 300 girls.  The victims age range was 8-12.   The laws of Equador during that time only allowed for him to serve 16 years in total.  He was released at age 45 and has not been seen since.2020-10-0548 minThe Joys of Binge ReadingThe Joys of Binge ReadingLori Matthews – Tough Guys & Strong WomenRomantic suspense author Lori Matthews likes putting strong women up against tough-guy protectors – but not so they’ll race in and save anybody. Not at all.  The strong women learn to save themselves – with a little help from their friends – and readers enjoy seeing two alpha personalities get together and learn to work it out. Hi there, I’m your host Jenny Wheeler and in today’s episode Lori talks about her latest book, Hit and Run, number three in the Callahan Security series, with a cutting edge plotline about the race to prevent state of the art facial recognition software from...2020-10-0434 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorIS KEVIN COOPER INNOCENT? The Chino Hill MassacreOn the evening of June 4th 1983 a family and a family friend were brutally murdered.  There would have been 5 victims but Josh Ryen (age 8 ) by a miracle survived.   Josh told authorites with what recollection he had that there were three attackers.  A year in a half later this would change to only one killer.  Was he coerced by authorites? Kevin Cooper was convicted on four counts of murder and one attemped murder.  He currently sits on death row, but should he?2020-09-2800 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Gerald StanoGerald Stano was born to a young suspected prostitute.  It was believed that he was neglected as soon as he was born due to his mother needing to work.   He was adopted by a great family but that wasn't enough to curtail his desire to murder.  He was bullied in school and later would go on to murder up to 88 victims though not all of them have been confirmed.   Its the question of nature vs nurture.  Could he have been stopped?  Did he murder any of them at all or what it for status?  Join us for...2020-09-2100 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorDIABOLICAL COUPLE... Gerald & Charlene GallegoSeptember 1978 - November 1980 Gerald and Charlene Gallego would lure, kidnap, rape and murder teenage girls (With the exception of one) on the request for sex slaves by Gerald.  Their last victims were the catalyst to uncovering the victims that may have never been connected to the couple.  Charlene claims that she was in fear of Gerald and went on with his plan.  Gerald would claim that Charlene was a willing participate.  One thing is for sure, they were vile and dangerous.2020-09-1400 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorThe Moor MurdersManchester England....  July 1963 through October 1965, Ian Brady and Myra Hinley worked together to murder 5 kids ranging from age 10-17.   Myra would go on to say that it was Ian and his controlling and violent ways is what made her go along with the plan.  Ian contested that claim and said how Myra considered the murders a bonding experience.   Join us in our discussion of the case. 2020-09-0800 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Paul John KnowlesIn the year of 1974 John Paul Knowles went on a killing spree beleived to be triggered when his fiance broke it off with him after a psychic warned her of a dangerous man coming into her life.   Unlike most serial killers, Knowles killed children , men and women.  He boasted of his killings in hopes to become famous and write a book detailing his killings.   Confirmed 18-20 victims but he said it was upwards of 35 plus.  2020-08-3100 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorCriminal News and Stupid CriminalsIn this episode, we bring you updates and criminal news.  We also have a few stories on stupid crimes and criminals.  We really enjoyed doing this episode.  If you would like to hear more of this type of content from us, please comment on the Facebbok Page... Amateur Investigator Podcast.  2020-08-2400 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorINFAMOUS Elizabeth BathoryElizabeth Bathory according to Guiness Book Of World Records holds the title of most people murdered at 650 + victims.  This is heavily debated as the crimes were from 1590-1610.  All the information we have on these cases are from some writings and a ton of folklore. She was known for torture of young female peasants and closer to 1610 girls of distinguished families.  2020-08-1700 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLERS Lawrence Bittaker & Roy Norris ** Part 2Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris met in a mens reform prison and soon found they shared the love of sexual control and torture.  When they both got out of reform prison, the plan they spent years  planning would soon become a reality. While all of our cases are sensitive topics, this one will get very graphic in part two.  If you are triggered by sexual violence, part 2 will become increasingly graphic.  2020-08-0400 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp 32 SERIAL KILLERS Lawrence Bittaker & Roy Norris **Part 1Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris met in a mens reform prison and soon found they shared the love of sexual control and torture.  When they both got out of reform prison, the plan they spent years  planning would soon become a reality. While all of our cases are sensitive topics, this one will get very graphic in part two.  If you are triggered by sexual violence, part 2 will become increasingly graphic.  2020-07-2000 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorMystery In Paradise / Casey and Caleb ** Part 4In the fourth and final part of Casey and Caleb's case, we talk to Ali who sheds a bit of light on what life in Anguilla is like.  Accusations were made that something sinister happened possibly from one of the locals.   This case is far from over and there are are many more questions than there are answers.  We encourage you to continue following our podcast for updates on this case.   The link for the Go Fund me is here2020-07-1400 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorMystery In Paradise / Casey and Caleb ** Part 3This week we have the pleasure of talking to private investigator TJ Ward.  TJ has an extensive backgroud in law enforcment and is really taking the lead on this case.   This case takes many turns and has many rabbit holes that you can get lost in for days.   If you can donate to help TJ solve this case, please consider doing so here:  2020-07-1400 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorMystery In Paradise / Casey and Caleb ** PART 2This is part two of a 4 part podcast series on a case that we have been investigating for 5 months.  Casey MacPherson-Pomeroy and Caleb Guillory went out with their wives and another couple while in Anguilla. December 30th 2018 should have been a fun time with friends in the paradise setting of Anguilla.  The island offers such beauty and the beach bars are a big draw to the area.  It is here at one of these beach bars where the night took a terrible turn.  What happened?   2020-07-0700 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorMystery In Paradise / Casey and Caleb ** PART ONEThis is part one of a 4 part podcast series on a case that we have been investigating for 5 months.  Casey MacPherson-Pomeroy and Caleb Guillory went out with their wives and another couple while in Anguilla. December 30th 2018 should have been a fun time with friends in the paradise setting of Anguilla.  The island offers such beauty and the beach bars are a big draw to the area.  It is here at one of these beach bars where the night took a terrible turn.  What happened?   2020-07-0600 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Pablo Rodrigues FilhoPedro aka Killer Petey is a Brazilian vigilante serial killer whose target were people he felt wronged others.  He has also been compared to fictional character Dexter Morgan who was also a vigilane killer.   He is said to have killed over 100 people with 71 being confirmed.   Paul and I chat about his crimes and the ending of the podcast is not like any other serial killers we have covered so far.  2020-06-2300 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorDISCUSSION: Black Lives Matter MovementWe are discussing the Black Lives Matter Movement and Paul takes the lead. We discuss what and why the black lives matter movement is so important. There is a lot of information in this podcast that you may find educational if you are unfamiliar with the BLM movement. Please take the time to listen to the podcast.  We appreciate you all!  2020-06-0700 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorDISCUSSION: Serial Killers, Narcissism, and The Warrior GenePaul and I discuss the  MAOA-L gene aka The Warrior gene.  Does this gene give us the insight to possibly stop violent behavior?  It very well could be a key identifier to those who may be more susceptible to violent behavior.2020-05-3100 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Earle Leonard NelsonEarle Nelson was born with what some have said to have a darkness in his eyes. He showed signs in his early childhood of disassociation and Anti-Social Personality disorders.   During this time, treatment for mental disorders were often barbaric and often left untreated.  In Earle's case, the lack of treatment led to a murderous crime spree across the US and ending over the border in Canada.  In total the known amount of women killed is 22 though in our opinion, this number could have been higher. Visit www.amateurinvestigator.com for all episodes2020-05-1900 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorDISCUSSION Satantic Killers....OR were they?Paul and I discuss a few cases where the authorities or the killers involved blamed satanisim for their actions.   Throughout history and all over the world, during the satanic panic craze and even in current time, satanism has been used as the excuse for human sacrafice.  Were these people killed because of a belief system, or was it a ploy for a lesser sentence?   Join in the discusion of the facebook group.   All episodes can be found on www.amateurinvestigator.com2020-05-1300 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorThe Satanic Panic CrazeDuring the 1980's and 90's, the satanic panic craze was the buzz in the media.  Games, cartoons, toys and music were attached to death and satanic rituals.   Paul and I discuss how the craze is believed t have started, and how people and media created a frenzy.   Visit us at www.amateurinvestigator.com for all of our past episodes.  2020-04-2700 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Charles Sobhraj *** Part 2We go deeper into the life of Charles Sobhraj and go on the journey of his killing spree across multiple countries.  Charles is a master manipulator who used his charisma to lure various people into his web.  2020-04-1300 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Charles Sobhraj ***Part 1Charles Sobhraj born April 6th 1944 is a serial killer, fraudster, thief and master manipulator of Indian and Vietnamese decent.  He is thought to have murdered 12 + people. In part one we introduce ou to Charles in his early years before his murderous spree.   You will learn of his master manipulations and early relationships.    2020-03-3100 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorMYSTERY Who Is Jack The Ripper?Jack The Ripper is an unidentified seriel killer who was active in and around the area of the White Chapel District of London in 1988.  There is known to have been at least 11 victims. Several theories have circulated on who the killer or killers could have been.  We take a look at Frederick Deeming and how he could have possibly been linked to at least two of the murders.  2020-03-2300 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorKILLER----Frederick DeemingIn 1891 and 1892, Frederick Deeming killedboth of his wives and his four children.  In his lifetime, he used over 20 different names and was a thief and part of a gem heist.  He was born in England but known to have traveled to Australia, South Africa and South America.   Deeming has also been rumored to possibly be Jack The Ripper or part of the Ripper murders.  2020-03-1700 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorNOTORIOUS Ed GeinNotorious killer and body snatcher Ed Gein admitted to killing two women and snatching countless bodies from local graveyards in Plainfield Wisconsin. The case would soon go national when the media learned that he would make keepsakes and trophies out of their skin and body parts.   2020-03-0800 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER & CANNIBLE Joachim Georg KrollGerman born serial killer, child molester and cannibal Joachim Kroll's crime spree spread over a 20 year period from 1955-1976.  During his capture, his last victim's body parts were simmering on the stove.  2020-03-0200 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp 15: SERIAL KILLER Donald "Pee Wee" GaskinsDonald "Pee Wee" Gaskins is known as the meanist serial killer in America.  He is reported to have killed 13 people, however he has said the number is closer to 105.  His daughter Shirley was the one woman who he confided in with the details of all of his crimes.  2020-02-2400 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorUNSOLVED Hazel Irene DrewHazel Irene Drew was found murdered in Teals Pond in Upstate New York on July 11th 1908.  Her close friends and family knew her as a kind and virtuous church going young woman.  However, Hazel held many secrets and left many questions unanswered.  Her life and murder inspired the 90's tv series Twin Peaks.  2020-02-1700 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL RAPE SURVIVOR Kobi HaschenSerial Rapist Darold Bowden AKA The Ramsey Street Rapist went on a rape spree from 2006-2008 in Fayetteville North Carolina. 10 years after the cases went cold, he was arrested thanks to the geneology database Parabon. In total he had 6 known victims.   His 5th victim Kobi Haschen sat down with us to discuss the night he raped her, when she was just a 21 year old college student.  Her strength and courage to share her story is helping so many victims of rape.      2020-02-1000 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorSERIAL KILLER Luis GaravitoReported as the world's most prolific serial killer in modern history, Luis Garavito raped, tortured and killed over 300 boys aging from 8-16 in the country of Columbia from 1992-1999. 172 of those cases have been confirmed while they still search for the remains of the remaining victims.  Paul and I discuss the case and how the investigation unfolded.  There is sadly not a ton of information on the victims.2020-02-0200 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEP 11 SERIAL KILLER Samuel LittleSamuel Little is the most prolific serial killer in United States.  He has admitted to 93 murders with 50 of those cases confirmed by authorities.  He targeted the "less dead" known by authories as prostitutes and other people leading a high risk street lifestyle.   His crimes span over a 40 year period across at least 19 states.  He was arrested in 2012 on drug charges.  His DNA was entered into the ViCAP data base and a match was found from DNA  entered into that system 18 years earlier.  Additional information can be found on the links below. Thank you to the...2020-01-2700 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp 10 KILLER COUPLE David and Catherine BirnieOctober 1989 through November 1990 in Perth Austrailia, David and Catherine Birnie would abduct, rape, torture and kill mutually selected women.   They met when they were 12 years old and became close friends when they discovered they were both living in dysfunctional homes.   How did they go from freinds to killers?    2020-01-1900 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp 9 SERIAL KILLER Joel RifkinJoel Rifkin is one of New York's most notorious serial killers.  He murdered seventeen prostitutes over a four year period.  His method was strangling and often dismemembering.  2020-01-1300 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp 8 SERIAL KILLER Keith Hunter JespersonKeith Hunter Jesperson is a Canadian-American Serial Killer responsible for at least eight murders across the country.  He earned the moniker "The Happy Face Killer" by sending letters to the media and the police taking responsibility for the murders and signing the letter with a happy face2020-01-0600 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp 7: SERIAL KILLER Aileen Wuornos Part 2We conclude our conversation about serial killer Aileen Wuornos with her serial killing murder spree and death.  The question remains, did her early trauma lead her to this path, was it purely the lack of the mental health system or is this something that was embedded in her DNA?2019-12-3000 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp 6 SERIAL KILLER Aileen Wuornos..Part 1We discuss Aileen's childhood and early trauma's.  Aileen Wuornos is a notorious serial killer who murdered men while prostituting or pretending to be a damsel in distress.  Earning her the title of Damsel of Death.2019-12-2900 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEP 5 CONVICTED: Serial Rapist Joseph McCannA menacing Joseph McCann was arrested, convicted and given 33 Life Sentences for his 2 week cocaine and vodka rape spree. A crucial oversite in an earlier arrest allowed him to slip through the cracks.2019-12-1000 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorEp. 4 MISSING Where is Jeff JosephJeff Joseph was last seen June 20th 2014  the on the way to Humbolt County California.  Paul and I discuss the frustrations and issues with the case. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Amateurinvestigator2019-12-0300 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur Investigator3. MYSTERY -- Why Do So Many People Go Missing In Humbolt County?Paul and I discuss Humbolt County California and the mysteries surrounding why people go missing in Humbolt County.   Next week we will discuss Jeff Joseph who has been missing for five years.  His last known whereabouts....Humbolt County2019-11-2600 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorABDUCTED: Amelia GentileAmelia Gentile Born 2/11/16 was abducted by her mother Kathleen Myra Joyce (Gentile) This case is a FBI case. We need your help2019-11-2000 minAmateur InvestigatorAmateur InvestigatorIntro...Why Do People Kill ..Episode 1Our first podcast episode!  Each week, we will discuss new cases. We are a husband and wife duo and take a conversational approach to each case. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @AmateurInvestigator2019-11-0700 minTo 50 and Beyond podcastTo 50 and Beyond podcastReignite Your Sex Life with Suzie WheelerEpisode 68 Reignite Your Sex Life with Suzie Wheeler  Suzie Wheeler is the Dating Yogi.  Suzie talks today about how to reignite not only your sex life but your passion as a woman over 40.  Suzie teaches men and women how to have open and honest communication in your sex life and how to use this connection in all areas of your life. Topics discussed:  How to have a conversation with your partner to learn more about what he/she needs  Masturbation - how, when, how much  How to find your s...2019-06-0448 minConfessions of a SuperMom WannabeConfessions of a SuperMom Wannabe13: Trusting Your Intuition, with Lori LaraSelf defense is a big focus for Lori Lara, but it hardly does her story or her vision justice. Lori is on a mission to teach girls - and their moms - about self love and trusting our intuition. Our conversation goes deep, and we talk about the most important thing: taking notice of ourselves, and going back for ourselves.   FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: www.facebook.com/groups/wannabenation INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/thesupermomwannabe PODCAST WEBSITE: www.supermompodcast.com/lori 2019-04-1500 min