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Wilson County NewsTickets on sale for Wilson County's Got StyleReserve your spot now for Wilson County’s Got Style, hosted by the Wilson County Republican Women, Thursday, May 8, at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. The fashion show will feature a charcuterie board dinner and silent auction. Tickets are for singles and for couples. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Doors open at 6 p.m. For information, call Ruby Mannen at 830-391- 0818, Lynette Best Gray at 830-305-7030, or Melissa Moczygemba at 210-913-1355. The Wilson County Expo and Community Center is located at 435 S.H. 97 E. in Floresville.Article Link2025-04-2201 min
Smart Talk SeriesMeet the Authors of "Latinas in PR": Melissa Monroe and Olga Mayoral WilsonIn today's episode, Melissa introduces two authors from the new anthology, "Latinas in PR", Melissa Monroe and Olga Mayoral Wilson.About Melissa:Melissa Monroe, MA, APR has worked as a journalist for over 15 years and transitioned into PR in 2008. She works in the Marketing & Strategic Communications team at Northwest Vista College and stays busy in her community and with her family. Connect with Melissa on LinkedInAbout Olga:Olga Mayoral Wilson, APR, Fellow PRSA sees herself as a service leader providing service where it may be mostly needed. She was born i...2025-03-1837 min
Smart Talk SeriesMeet the Authors of "Latinas in PR": Melissa Monroe and Olga Mayoral WilsonIn today's episode, Melissa introduces two authors from the new anthology, "Latinas in PR", Melissa Monroe and Olga Mayoral Wilson. About Melissa: Melissa Monroe, MA, APR has worked as a journalist for over 15 years and transitioned into PR in 2008. She works in the Marketing & Strategic Communications team at Northwest Vista College and stays busy in her community and with her family. Connect with Melissa on LinkedIn About Olga: Olga Mayoral Wilson, APR, Fellow PRSA sees herself as a service leader providing service where it may be mostly needed. She was born i...2025-03-1837 min
Leaving the Church to Find GodAre We in the New Holocaust? Dr. Lucas Wilson joins us to discuss the parallels and his experience with conversion therapyIn this powerful episode, Dr. Lucas Wilson—SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto Mississauga and editor of Shame-Sex Attraction: Survivors’ Stories of Conversion Therapy—shares his journey of deconstructing faith, reconciling identity, and exposing the harm of religious fundamentalism.We dive deep into:🔹 His personal journey from evangelicalism to leaving the church🔹 The role of Holocaust research in his faith deconstruction🔹 The history and impact of conversion therapy on LGBTQ+ individuals🔹 How white Christian nationalism fuels oppression and political extremism🔹 The evolving rhetoric around queer identity in religious spacesDr. Wils...2025-03-131h 12
The DevLaunch Podcast08- Boosting 6-Figure Agency Profits (w/ Melissa Morris)Summary
In this conversation, Melissa Morris discusses the concept of 'up leveling' and how it applies to agencies. She shares her insights on pricing strategies, including the importance of aligning pricing with deliverables and the value provided to clients. Melissa also emphasizes the need for agencies to clarify their target audience and create frameworks for their services. She discusses the benefits of productizing services and implementing a hybrid retainer and hourly billing model. Additionally, Melissa highlights the significance of streamlining operations, automating tasks, and leveraging AI to improve efficiency and profitability. In this conversation, Melissa Morris and...2024-11-151h 05
From Waterloo to the AlamoGrowing Food, Growing Community: How Melissa Nicewarner-Daly and Urban Roots Are Transforming Austin Through Food EquityIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we're thrilled to welcome Melissa Nicewarner-Daly, Senior Director of Strategic Growth & Development for Urban Roots. With over 20 years of experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Melissa has dedicated her career to empowering communities and building equity. She’ll dive into her journey, the mission behind Urban Roots, and the vital work they’re doing to grow fresh food and foster a sense of community.Melissa will also share insights on the challenges and triumphs of building sustainable food equity initiatives in Austin and discuss how meaningful part...2024-11-1144 min
The Border ChronicleFrom Green Beret to Border Human Rights Activist: A Podcast with Mike Wilson and José Antonio LuceroTohono O’odham Mike Wilson’s story gives us a compelling, personal, and geopolitical glimpse into the borderlands across a history of militarization, resistance, and transformation.
How does one go from a U.S. Special Forces Green Beret in El Salvador to doing humanitarian aid work on the border? This is where Tohono O’odham Mike Wilson begins this podcast conversation, with a profound and personal story of transformation. It happened at the height of the U.S. counterinsurgency campaign in 1989, when Wilson accepted an invitation to eat dinner at a family’s house in Sosonate...2024-09-0557 min
Expat Diaries - Costa Rica EditionMeet Melissa Garita: Your Legal Guide to Moving to Costa Rica🎙️ Meet Melissa Garita - Your Legal Guide to Moving to Costa Rica In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Garita, a renowned Tico attorney dedicated to helping expats navigate the legal landscape of Costa Rica. From residency applications to real estate transactions and litigation, Melissa and her firm, Saggia Legge Abogados y Notarios, provide expert legal assistance without breaking the bank.Key Takeaways:Simplified residency application processAffordable legal services in Costa RicaInsights into real estate transactionsWelcoming environment for expatsFluent English-speaking servicesMelissa's passion for as...2024-07-2544 min
Type 1 In Midlife: Support for Women with Type 1 Diabetes Facing Perimenopause, Menopause, Hormonal Changes, Insulin Resistance, Weight Gain, and Blood Sugar StrugglesEp 60 - Exploring the Impact of Food and Fitness on Insulin Needs and Weight with Amy Wilson Join us in this episode as we welcome Amy Wilson, a Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, certified fitness professional, and nutrition coach using the FASTer Way to Fat Loss platform. Amy is a passionate advocate for utilizing nutrition and fitness to prevent and reverse diseases. Drawing from her personal and professional experiences, Amy shares the transformative power of diet and exercise in changing lives, highlighting the importance of tailored nutritional programs. From reversing pre-diabetes to addressing high cholesterol, Amy emphasizes the significance of personalized approaches in enhancing health and fitness. With her background in...2024-07-0157 min
Awake in the Network: Where Destiny Happens!Awake in the Network with Billy, John, and Melissa: Celebrating the Best Networking MentorsDive Deep into Networking Insights with Melissa, Billy, and John on the Best Networking Mentors episode. Listen as Melissa, Billy, and John provide a robust follow-up on the Best Networking Mentors contest, marking 22 years since Melissa first launched the acclaimed Best Networkers contest. This special podcast episode gives listeners a front-row seat to this prestigious networking recognition's evolution and enduring impact in the professional world. They discuss how the contest has evolved to meet the changing demands of professional networking and the significant role it continues to play in career and business development.The discussion i...2024-05-1555 min
Product ThinkingEpisode 166: Building Products and Riding the Wave of Cutting Edge AI with Darren Wilson, CPO of Soul MachinesIn this episode of the Product Thinking podcast, host Melissa Perri is joined by Darren Wilson, Chief Product Officer of Soul Machines. Join them as they explore Darren’s journey to CPO of Soul Machines, a company that produces digital humanoids. They discuss the challenges of building digital avatars, keeping up with AI technology, and leveraging user feedback to shape product strategies.2024-04-1041 min
IngenioUsAI Best Practices in Course Creation and Delivery. A Free Leading Edge Webinar Preview with Dr. James M Wilson, IIIThe process of course creation and delivery involves developing topics, a syllabus, lectures, class activities, discussion topics, assignments, group projects, assessments, and grading, among other tasks. This process is usually done solo. Now, artificial intelligence provides us with a very helpful assistant. The process of teaching cannot be effectively automated, but the many tasks needed to draft course creation and delivery can be automated.
In our upcoming Leading Edge Thinking in Higher Education webinar, Dr. James Wilson will share best practices including the process and tools that artificial intelligence provides to begin and refine course creation and...2024-04-0902 min
Consciousness ExploredCrafting Mental Models (Esco Wilson)Welcome to Consciousness Explored. This show dives deep into topics like the relationship between the brain and consciousness, ways to expand our consciousness, and the impact that our understanding of consciousness has on our daily lives.Esco Wilson is a lifestyle designer and the founder of The Self-Awakened Lifestyle.“If I’m smart enough to even attempt to get away with this ‘Mission Impossible’ called being a successful crack dealer, I’m smart enough to do anything.” — Esco WilsonEsco Wilson is a lifestyle designer and the founder of The Self-Awaken...2024-02-0930 min
Awake in the Network: Where Destiny Happens!Awake in the Network with Billy, Melissa, and John St. Augustine - Best Networking Mentor in the World Contest!In professional networking, mentors play a pivotal role in shaping careers and guiding individuals toward success. We are excited to announce the launch of the "Best Networking Mentors of 2024" contest, and we need your help in identifying the unsung heroes of mentorship.You can promote their dedication and expertise if you have a mentor who has significantly impacted your professional journey. Your nomination can shine a spotlight on their outstanding contributions to the world of mentorship and networking.What qualities make a mentor stand out? Is it their unwavering support, a wealth of...2024-02-0843 min
Everything's Messy Podcast by Sarah Wilson#22 Messy Homeschooling: A Conversation With Melissa DassieSend us a textIn this episode of Everything's Messy Podcast, join me as we delve into the world of homeschooling with our guest Melissa Dassie, a dedicated homeschool mom and military wife. Melissa shares her personal journey into homeschooling, driven by the challenges of virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the nuances between homeschooling and traditional schooling at home, along with the mental and emotional adjustments that parents undergo when transitioning to homeschooling. Melissa's advocacy for homeschooling and children's rights shines through as she addresses the importance of understanding different learning styles and the...2024-01-2448 min
Everything's Messy Podcast by Sarah Wilson#16 Melissa Vogel: Fitness InspirationSend us a textOn this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast I speak with Melissa Vogel, a 20+ year fitness expert. She offers great inspiration and encouragement on how to get started no matter where you are in your fitness journey. Melissa talks about her fitness program and how she created “Busy to Bomb Fit Mom” . She is the host of “Bomb Mom Podcast”, she has a ton of insight and expertise! Make sure to tune into this episode!Melissa Vogel Information:info@melissavogelfitness.comwww.melissavogelfitness.com Instagram @itsmeli...2023-12-1350 min
Buried Bylines30. The Murder of Melissa Runnels with Jenny DreaslerIn June of 2018, 20-year-old Melissa Runnels was shot to death, set on fire, and left behind an abandoned Indianapolis home. Five years have passed since her brutal murder but her case remains unsolved. This week we discuss the case with FOX59 & CBS4 Anchor and Reporter, Jenny Dreasler. We also had the pleasure of speaking to Melissa's mother, Barbara Harvey, who reached out to Megan about sharing this story. Please help us raise awareness for this case, get this family answers, and bring Melissa to justice!
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https://fox59.com/morning-news/angela-answers/angela-answers-melissa-runnels-parents-plea-for-answers/2023-12-1254 min
Awake in the Network: Where Destiny Happens!Billy, Melissa, and John Travel Down Memory Lane of Connections and DestinyIn our recent episode of the "Awake in the Network" podcast, Billy, John St. Augustine, and I had an engaging and enlightening conversation about the power of connectivity. We laughed about the holiday season coming up and exchanged stories about our uniquely Chicago winter weather. Our conversations also ranged far beyond these topics. We explored deep, inspiring ideas about serendipity, intentionality, and the invisible networks that intersect our lives every day.In our discussion, we shared our personal stories and experiences that have colored our understanding of the transformative power of networking. Billy recounted a surprise meeting...2023-11-0130 min
Peace Love Moto - The Motorcycling PodcastViews from the Saddle Part 2: An interview with Brett and Melissa Wilson. Comparing horseback riding with motorcycling.Melissa and Brett Wilson described how it’s about gratitude, it’s about appreciation for our ability to ride because of how much you love it! Today, we continue with Part 2 of our conversation with Brett and Melissa as we find ourselves amazed by the parallels between motorcycling and horseback riding. Both transport us physically, yes, but also emotionally and even Spiritually. We’re calling it, Views from the Saddle. Thank you for joining me today!So now, let’s get back to Views from the Saddle, our conversation and the conclusion of our visit with Brett and Melissa...2023-09-2924 min
Peace Love Moto - The Motorcycling PodcastViews from the Saddle Part 1: An interview with Brett and Melissa Wilson. Comparing horseback riding with motorcycling.Ya know, when someone asks me to describe what the Peace Love Moto podcast is all about, I simply say that it’s about the peace of mind that all of us seek, and some of us find, from the saddle of a motorcycle. Well today, you’ll hear a slightly different approach for reaching that same goal, peace of mind. Brett and Melissa Wilson are extraordinary people. Yes, they too, seek that peace of mind that we all seek from the saddle. But their saddles are attached to horses and its simply amazing to learn what motorcyc...2023-09-2323 min
It's All In Your Head, Mindset for Success.Episode 8: It's All In Your Head with Special Guest Ashlyn WilsonEpisode 8: It’s All In Your Head, Mindset for Success with Special Guest, Ashlyn Wilson. Mindset accounts for the primary distinction between those who succeed and those who do not. What you think about consistently has a direct impact on your behavior, and not the other way around.Today’s guest, Ashlyn Wilson, who is a successful Regional Vice President at Arbonne shares with us her journey and how changing your mindset is not a just one time thing. Listen while she shares her thoughts on money, relationships, and how you have the power to have it all! 2023-08-2858 min
101 Stage AdaptationsTheatre & Advocacy with Emmanuel Wilson, Part 2 (Ep. 36)Emmanuel Wilson continues his conversation with Melissa. (Listen to Part 1 here.) This is a gold mine of advice for theatre administrators and artists. Find your notebook and get ready to take notes!In this episode, we discuss:What the current writers strike can teach playwrights about their own workEmmanuel's ideas on how to save theatre - Yes, we're going there!What theatres get wrong about marketing and what we need to do insteadWhat playwrights can do when they're stuck in Development HellAnd more! R...2023-08-2447 min
101 Stage AdaptationsTheatre & Advocacy with Emmanuel Wilson, Part 1 (Ep. 35)Melissa Schmitz is joined by the one and only Emmanuel Wilson from the Dramatists Guild in a two-episode conversation. Emmanuel drops so much wisdom around theatre and advocacy for playwrights and theatremakers. Take notes, and enjoy the background sounds of Times Square. In this episode, we discuss:The play that transformed him and gave him clarity on his career in theatreWhy the Dramatists Guild is a vital resource for playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettistsWhat he wishes more playwrights knewHow to make children life-long theatre fans And more! And this is jus...2023-08-1741 min
Zero Fs Given! Strategies for Neurodivergent and Gifted Adults to Live Fearlessly and Find JoyHow To Accept a Compliment or Rebut a Comment with Dr. Bonnie Wilson - ep24It’s happened to us all: we get a simple complement, and instantly minimize it or even disagree! So, how can we reframe our responses? Or accept the comment? And be able to give them graciously, as well?
On the other side, there are those times when people say something totally inappropriate, and our feelings or emotions are triggered. How can we handle those comments in an appropriate way? Additionally, how do we follow-up with them in a way that discourages gossip…
In today’s conversation, Dr. Bonnie and Mel have a positive discussion filled with p...2023-08-0823 min