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A Voice and Beyond#197 Rewriting the Climate Narrative with Russ WalshWhat if the climate crisis didn’t have to be framed as a doomsday story but instead as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and global renewal?In this powerful episode of A Voice and Beyond, host Dr Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Russ Walsh, cybersecurity executive, systems thinker, and founder of The SeaNet, a bold initiative designed to address one of the greatest challenges facing humanity: rising sea levels.After decades working with global technology leaders including IBM, Google, Apple, GE, and Facebook, Russ began asking a deeper question — what if we c...
2026-02-151h 08
The Joe Rooz ShowCrypto Psychic Marisa Lee Breaks Down What’s Next for XRP, Ondo, and Canton CC (Ep. 258)In this crypto edition of the show I welcome back our resident “crypto psychic” Marisa Lee for a fast-moving live conversation that ranges from market dips to Valentine’s quips.We recap her recent appearance, talk live-show bloopers, and dive into why she’s still bullish on Algorand despite the downturn, her latest dream-driven insights on XRP adoption, and how regulatory clarity from the CFTC’s new innovation advisory committee could shape the next phase for blockchain and AI. We also touch on creator tipping in Bitcoin, tokenization trends like Ondo Finance and fractional real estate, and field listener q...
2026-02-141h 03A Voice and Beyond#196 How to Step into Sustainable and Authentic Success Minus the Burnout with Melissa GonzalezIn this transformative episode of A Voice and Beyond, host Dr Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with visionary entrepreneur and author Melissa Gonzalez, founder of The Lionesque Group and Principal at MG2.Melissa has built a career creating world-class experiences for Fortune 500 brands and startups alike. But after a sudden, life-threatening health crisis, she realised the high cost of hustle culture — and made a powerful shift towards intentional, purpose-driven living.Drawing from her upcoming book, The Purpose Pivot, Melissa shares how she and more than 35 senior women leaders are redefining what it means to lead wi...
2026-02-0859 minA Voice and Beyond#195 Your 2026 Goals and Why You Don’t Have to Do This AloneIn this solo round episode of A Voice and Beyond, Marisa Lee explores why so many people struggle to achieve their goals and how support, alignment, and clarity of vision are often the missing pieces.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why lack of support is one of the biggest reasons people abandon their goalsHow trying to “do it all alone” keeps people stuck and disconnected from their purposeThe difference between chasing the how versus clarifying the visionWhy alignment creates momentum, and hustle often creates burnoutA powerful childhood story about dreaming, belief, and living in alignmentHow mentor...
2026-02-0129 min
The Joe Rooz ShowCrypto Psychic Marisa Lee: XRP 2026 Prediction, Clarity Act & Tokenized Stock Market (Ep. 248)Live from the Asylum, in Eagle Pass, I sat down with our resident crypto psychic, Marisa Lee, for a fast, funny, and wide‑ranging crypto check‑in.We dug into why tokenized equities and 24/7 settlement could be a turning point for retail and institutions alike, what chains might see the first wave of adoption (Ethereum, Solana, BNB, Polygon, Ondo—and why Algorand could surprise), and why clear legislation is the final unlock for real capital inflows.We also touched on the current lull, why buying red days requires patience, and how to protect gains during sharp...
2026-01-311h 13
The Joe Rooz ShowCrypto Psychic Marisa Lee: ETF Predictions, Trump, Gold & the Future of Crypto (Ep. 242)In this Saturday crypto edition, I’m joined by our resident “crypto psychic” Marisa Lee for a wide-ranging, no‑BS conversation on the state of crypto, policy, and power. We dig into Davos developments, BlackRock’s push on options for crypto ETFs and what that could mean for market manipulation, and why patience—not panic—wins in volatile cycles. Marisa breaks down the Clarity Act, why banks are trying to stall it, and the timeline she’s seeing for passage and the next big market moves. We also hit on global crypto adoption (Ghana, South Korea, India), the role of pray...
2026-01-241h 02A Voice and Beyond#193 OCD, Anxiety and Life Beyond the Diagnosis with Renee ZukinOn this week’s transformative episode of A Voice and Beyond, Marisa sits down with Renee Zukin, author, educator, writing coach, mental health advocate, and the courageous voice behind the book Every Day, I’m Brave, which is part memoir, part manifesto, and entirely a call for radical bravery.Renee’s story blends personal struggle with psychological insight. She lived for decades with crippling anxiety, masking her internal chaos with achievement, productivity, and perfectionism, until she was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in adulthood.In this deeply compassionate and raw conversation, Renee opens...
2026-01-1858 minA Voice and Beyond#192. Becoming Magnificent: How to Reprogram Your Mind for Success with Chris LivezeyAre you ready to reprogram your mind and take control of your future?In this inspiring episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Chris Livezey, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and creator of The 13 Principles of Success. From a turbulent adolescence to building a life of purpose, Chris’s story is a living blueprint for transformation.At sixteen, Chris’s life took a powerful turn after reading See You at the Top by Zig Ziglar, and since then, Chris has been on a lifelong mission to help others unlock their greatness thro...
2026-01-111h 18A Voice and Beyond#191 The Science of Happiness & Creating Fewer Days That Suck with Deborah MallowWelcome to 2026, a year of fresh energy, renewed intention, and powerful personal transformation.Today on A Voice and Beyond, Marisa sits down with Deborah Mallow, happiness educator, speaker, wellness advocate, and author of 6 Steps to Fewer Days That Suck. Deborah’s journey started in one of the most unlikely places: a gritty New York City subway platform, where a single moment changed the trajectory of her entire life.In this uplifting and science-backed conversation, Deborah breaks down:What actually makes us happyThe neuroscience of stress and why 91% of our worries never happenThe long-term health ri...
2026-01-041h 10A Voice and Beyond#190. The Gift of Connection: To Others, To Ourselves and To Who We're BecomingIn this heartfelt pre-Christmas solo episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith explores the most essential theme of all: connection.Through honest storytelling and reflection, Marisa shares how the past year reminded her of three powerful truths:The importance of connection to others - showing up, forgiving, and being truly present.The necessity of connection to ourselves - listening inward, setting boundaries, and nurturing our mental and emotional health.And the joy of connection to who we’re becoming - embracing growth, realignment, and intention as we step into a new year.Th...
2025-12-2133 minA Voice and Beyond#189. Understanding IBS: The Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Mohammad FarivarIn this powerful and informative episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Dr Mohammad Farivar, a leading gastroenterologist, researcher, and educator, to shed light on one of the most misunderstood and often misdiagnosed conditions of our time, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).Dr Mo, known for his compassionate and integrative approach to patient care, breaks down what IBS really is, how it manifests in the body, and the crucial role that the gut-brain connection plays in managing symptoms. He also discusses cutting-edge treatment options, including lifestyle interventions, diet, stress management, and the...
2025-12-1450 minA Voice and Beyond#186. Shopping Sustainably for Positive Global Change with Dr Diane OsgoodWhat if you could change the world with your wallet?In this inspiring episode, sustainability expert and author Dr. Diane Osgood joins Marisa Lee Naismith to share the power of your shopping superpower. Discover how every purchase—from your morning coffee to your next outfit—can help protect the planet, promote fair labor, and support women-owned businesses.Drawing from decades of experience working with global leaders and major corporations, Dr. Osgood reveals practical ways to make more ethical, impactful buying decisions—without sacrificing convenience or joy.This is not just a conver...
2025-11-231h 15A Voice and Beyond#185. Breaking Free from Anxiety: How to Find Peace, Joy and PresenceIn this vulnerable solo episode, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith shares her personal journey through anxiety — from years of fear, overwhelm, and self-doubt to rediscovering peace, presence, and joy.Through her story, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what anxiety really is from a medical and emotional perspective, how it affects the mind and body, and what steps can help you find balance again.Marisa opens up about the tools that helped her transform her life — from hypnotherapy and daily routines to boundaries and gratitude — proving that it’s possible to live with calm and clarity ev...
2025-11-1621 minA Voice and Beyond#182. The Power of Personal BoundariesIn this heartfelt solo round, Marisa Lee explores the transformational power of personal boundaries and why they are a vital part of self-care and emotional freedom.Far from being harsh or rigid, boundaries are a way of teaching the world how to treat you. They are rooted in self-respect and clarity. Whether it’s emotional, physical, time, or digital boundaries—each one helps you reclaim your energy, honour your values, and create space for healthy, life-giving relationships.Marisa shares real-life examples, explores what happens when boundaries are violated, and reflects on her own journey of lear...
2025-09-0824 min
The Joe Rooz ShowNavigating the Crypto Market with Marisa Lee (Ep. 148)In this lively episode of the Joe Rooz Show, Joe gets into a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes to financial insights. Joe shares his recent experience of overcoming COVID and the cabin fever that came with it, while also reflecting on the fun and spontaneity of Saturday shows. The episode features a special guest appearance by Marisa Lee, the resident Crypto Psychic, who discusses the current state of the cryptocurrency market, including insights on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and emerging meme coins like Dog With Hat and Pudgy Penguins. Marissa also shares her thoughts on the potential triggers for...
2025-08-231h 20A Voice and Beyond#178. The Voice Within: Owning Your Personal Superpower with Sally ProsserIn this dynamic and inspiring episode of A Voice and Beyond, Marisa Lee is joined by Sally Prosser, a powerhouse voice coach and confidence expert who helps people unlock their authentic voice and speak like they mean it.We dive deep into:The surprising blocks that keep us from speaking with confidenceHow your voice is connected to your identity and purposeThe power of the throat chakra and what it means to be energetically alignedWhy confidence isn’t about being loud—it’s about being alignedHow to overcome self-doubt, perfectionism, and imposter syndromeTips for presenting, perfor...
2025-07-131h 14The Joe Rooz ShowFrom Nature's Beauty to Crypto Insights. Guests: Pat Mingarelli & Crypto Psychic Marisa Lee (Ep. 114)In this episode of the Joe Rooz Show, broadcasting live from Eagle Pass, Texas, Joe navigates through technical difficulties to bring an engaging talk radio experience. The show kicks off with a somber reflection on the recent catastrophic flooding in Central Texas, particularly in Kerr County, which has resulted in significant loss of life. Joe emphasizes the importance of unity and resilience in the face of tragedy, while also criticizing those who politicize such events. He highlights the relentless efforts of first responders and volunteers in the recovery process and praises the leadership shown by local and national figures...
2025-07-082h 02A Voice and Beyond#177. Beyond Burnout: Reclaiming My Voice, My Purpose & My PassionIn this deeply personal solo episode, host Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith shares the story behind her recent time away from the podcast — a journey marked by burnout, reflection, and ultimately, renewal.Marisa opens up about the emotional and physical toll that burnout can take, even on the most passionate and purpose-driven individuals. She takes you behind the curtain, sharing candid moments of vulnerability, loss of identity, and the quiet power of rediscovery.With honesty and heart, Marisa reflects on the pivotal role singing played in helping her find her voice — not just as a performer, but...
2025-06-2923 minA Voice and Beyond#150. How to Develop Your Winning Edge in 2024According to research, 80% of people are not practicing their New Year's resolutions by the end of January. Chances are you may be one of those people, but my intention through this episode is to check in with you and help you become one of the 20% who have that winning edge in 2024. I am going to give you four ways you can move the needle forward and stick to the commitment you made to yourself on January 1st.If you’ve hit a wall, don’t beat yourself up; there is still time to turn this around, and you...
2024-02-1147 minA Voice and Beyond#145. A Creative's Journey: My Interview with Miriam SchulmanEarlier this year, I was interviewed by Miriam Schulman, host of The Inspiration Place, a podcast where Miriam offers education and inspiration to others who are on their creative journeys. Miriam believes that the creative journey is a thrilling adventure, and it's filled with ups and downs. It's about taking risks, stepping out of your comfort zone, and embracing your unique artistic voice, and this is a replay of my interview, where Miriam asks me to share my own creative career adventures. I also share my thoughts on perfectionism and how it can hold us back from...
2023-12-1030 minA Voice and Beyond#88. My Interview with Vocal Intuition: Advocating for CCM Singing Voice PedagogyRecently, I was invited to be a guest on a Facebook Live event with Anne Leatherland, who is a voice educator, business coach and the founder of Vocal Intuition based in the United Kingdom. During this interview, I was asked to speak about the process of researching and writing my book “Singing Contemporary Commercial Music Styles: A Pedagogical Framework”, as well as my own professional CCM journey which led me to an academic career path. In this episode, I decided to share this interview as I believe it is time for CCM to be respected and valued equally to clas...
2022-11-0647 minA Voice and Beyond#79. How to Eat your Way to Good Health and Longevity with Duncan RockThis week on A Voice and Beyond, we welcome back Duncan Rock, one of our all-time favourite guests, from episode number 29, to discuss the very important topic of nutrition. For those of you who haven’t been introduced to Duncan, he is a professional baritone who has had an enduring career touring internationally with numerous opera companies for many years. After a life-changing event, Duncan decided to transition into the health and well-being field and is now a qualified nutritionist with a specialisation in promoting good health for performing artists, a registered exercise professional, and a member of the Ro...
2022-09-041h 10A Voice and Beyond#78. Life as a Cruise Industry Production Cast Vocalist with Kayla Saunders and Dominique Petit FrereThis week’s guests are Kayla Saunders & Dominique Petit Frere.In July, A Voice and Beyond embarked on a “Beyond” adventure on a cruise ship sailing around the Mediterranean, but it wasn’t all play for me, as I had the pleasure of doing something that I hadn’t done before and that was to interview two guests simultaneously, in an in-person situation. Kayla Saunders and Dominque Petite Frere were two of the production cast singers performing onboard the ship, Celebrity Beyond, and they sat down and shared their own personal experiences as singers working within the...
2022-08-281h 40A Voice and Beyond#77. Harnessing Nature as my Guide with Elisa Stancil LevineThis week’s guest is Elisa Stancil Levine.Elisa Stancil Levine is a world-class decorative artist and author of the book ‘This or Something Better’. Elisa describes herself as a writer, a maker, a nature lover, as well as, a little woo woo. In this week’s episode, Elisa shares her most inspiring life story, describing how she overcame adversity and the terrible trauma she faced from a young age, to how she became a very highly successful businesswoman, and the founder of Stancil Studios, an award-winning nationwide company. Elisa tells us that she was silenced...
2022-08-211h 16A Voice and Beyond#76. My Life, My Music Career and My Legacy with Alfred JacksonThis week’s guest is Alfred Jackson.Alfred is a pop and R&B recording artist from LA. Just recently, I had the great pleasure of meeting Alfred on a cruise ship, where he was a guest entertainer performing with the boyband, Uptown. I was captivated by Alfred’s talent, energy, charisma and charm on stage and I was thrilled to have the opportunity to interview him in person on the ship. This was a fascinating conversation with Alfred who shared his professional journey, throughout the entertainment industry, which began at the age of nine and...
2022-08-141h 00A Voice and Beyond#75. The Benefits of Manual Therapies for the Vocal Athlete with Walt FritzThis week’s guest is Walt Fritz.As a voice teaching community, it is vital to keep an open mind to the various kinds of modalities that can be of assistance for a singer who may need help. This week’s guest is Walt Fritz, a licensed physical therapist who has taught Myofascial Release continuing education since 1995 and set up his training program, Foundations in Myofascial Release Seminars™. In 2020, Walt rebranded his work and launched Manual Therapies Seminars, a new training program that he continues to teach all types of therapists including massage therapists, speech-language pathol...
2022-08-071h 07A Voice and Beyond#74. 5 Steps to Finding HappinessIs your life needing an injection of happiness and positivity? Maybe it’s time to give your attitude to life a spring clean? Perhaps your thoughts and behaviours need a massive sprucing up. You may be someone who blames life, blames others, your job, the pandemic, anything and everything, but have you ever considered that it could be you that’s the problem? Your lack of happiness could be a result of some negative behaviours and your current circumstance is a manifestation of these. You may not realise that your happiness and success in all parts of your life is y...
2022-07-3125 minA Voice and Beyond#73. Making Voice Pedagogy Accessible For All with Dr Shannon Coates Part IIThis week's guest is Shannon Coates.This is part II of my interview with Dr Shannon Coates, who is an educator, international presenter on Voice Pedagogy, creator of The Vocal Instrument 101 Online Course and in more recent times creator of the VoicePed UnDegree. In this episode, we continue with Shannon’s candid interview as she delves deeper into some of her teaching philosophies, and her beliefs regarding the current state of academic systems that are presently not delivering the training required to equip CCM singers for a professional career. Some of the topics Shannon shares he...
2022-07-2455 minA Voice and Beyond#72. Making Voice Pedagogy Accessible For All with Dr Shannon Coates Part IThis week’s guest is Shannon Coates.This is part I of my interview with Dr Shannon Coates, who is an acclaimed voice teacher, international presenter and creator of The Vocal Instrument 101 Online Course. This is a candid interview with Shannon as she begins by sharing her earliest memories of how she discovered the joy of singing as part of a musical family and the journey that led her to a highly successful teaching career. Shannon tells us that she began her teaching career, as an independent studio voice teacher where she worked with a br...
2022-07-1750 minA Voice and Beyond#71. 3 Steps to Elevate your Morning and Transform your DayHow often do you start your day feeling tired, and you find that you’re stressed out, burnt out and maxed out even before your work day has commenced? We all want to feel more alive, full of joy and energized, but some of us don’t know how to make this happen. If you’re lacking the mental focus and the energy you need to deliver the best of yourself, you can begin by customising and carving out a morning routine that will help you set the tone for your whole day. In today’s show, I am going to...
2022-07-1023 minA Voice and Beyond#70. Listen to What Your Body is Trying to Tell You with Serena SterlingThis week’s guest is Serena Sterling.When someone feels as though they are being silenced, this can have tremendous physical, and psychological consequences for that person as they feel ignored or not heard. This week’s guest is Serena Sterling, who is a certified Life Coach and author of the book ‘Pain: A Love Story'. In this episode, Serena shares her story regarding the chronic physical and emotional pain that she endured as a result of feeling ignored at various times in her life. Serena tells us that in her childhood, she began to complain about “imaginar...
2022-07-0357 minA Voice and Beyond#69. The Five Stage of Grief and Loss with Donna CameronThis week’s guest is Donna Cameron.As a result of Covid 19, it’s undeniable that over the past couple of years, almost all of us have been impacted in some way by the pandemic and have experienced a form of grief or loss. This week, we welcome back to the show, Donna Cameron who is a qualified psychologist with over 20 years of experience in private practice and in this episode Donna discusses both these very topics. Donna shares with us how loss has been felt globally and some continue to grieve the loss of their jobs, thei...
2022-06-261h 05A Voice and Beyond#68. How to Break a Habit in 66 DaysDo you have some kind of limiting behaviour or habit that is holding you back and it’s preventing you from moving forward in your life? There’s no denying that we all are, indeed, creatures of habit. Our minds and bodies are dependent on stimulants, actions and patterns that come to define who we are. Usually, these habits are sneaky behaviours that develop subconsciously and quietly creep up on us. So whether it’s trying to quit smoking, cutting out junk food, or having that glass of wine, habits can be hard to control, but even harder to break...
2022-06-1920 minA Voice and Beyond#67. Facing the Music: My Triumphs and Tribulations with Jeannette LoVetri Part IIThis week’s guest is Jeannette LoVetri.In today’s episode, I am delighted to share part two of my conversation with our guest, Jeannette LoVetri who is one of the most recognized and highly acclaimed voice teachers from around the world. We learn more about Jeanie and the journey she embarked on as a voice teacher, the sacrifices she had to endure to create change and the reaction she received from the greater voice community when she coined the term Contemporary Commercial Music in 2000. Jeanie tells us that until that time, all music outside of classical musi...
2022-06-1254 minA Voice and Beyond#66. Facing the Music: My Triumphs and Tribulations with Jeannette LoVetri Part IThis week’s guest is Jeannette LoVetri.Jeannette LoVetri is one of the most recognized and highly acclaimed voice teachers around the world. This is part one of a two-part interview round with Jeanie. In this episode, we have the honour of learning more about Jeanie and the journey which led her to a remarkable performance and teaching career, but most importantly, what inspired her to create the term Contemporary Commercial Music in 2000. CCM as we know it is now widely used in academia, science and research. Jeanie talks about those who inspired and influenced her learning of...
2022-06-0557 minA Voice and Beyond#65. Learn to Say No to Being a People PleaserHow many of us are always saying yes, even when we really want to say no? Are you constantly finding yourself in situations where you feel as though you're going against your values, and your own priorities simply to please others? If you are someone who puts aside the very things that you need in your life, for the sake of others, help is on its way. In this episode, we delve into why you have the irrepressible urge to be a people pleaser and how this can be detrimental to your life, your goals, your values as well...
2022-05-2922 minA Voice and Beyond#64. How to Achieve a Healthy Relationship with Food with Kimberley BellThis week's guest is Kimberley Bell.Body shaming and having a distorted self-body image can lead to negative thought patterns and these thoughts can sometimes trigger eating disorders in some people, which can be life-threatening such as bulimia, binge eating and at the opposite end of the spectrum, anorexia. Kimberley Bell who is a Registered Nutritionist and Master NLP Practitioner, is this week’s guest on our show and she candidly opens up about her own personal struggles with an eating disorder which resulted from being body-shamed as a teenager going through puberty. She shares how this ul...
2022-05-2259 min