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Humanity ShinesDebbie DeLisi✨Actor✨Casting Director Debbie DeLisi shares fond memories of her earlier years growing up in a village in Wisconsin. When she graduated from college, she followed her truth as an artist and set off on her life long journey as a working artist. Debbie gives us glimpses into her life on some of the films and television shows she has acted in and casted. She shares her passion for humans and storytelling with her insight, humor, depth and wisdom.Connect with Debbie:www.debbiedelisi.comwww.delisicreative.orgIG: DeLisiCreativeTwitter: DeLisi...
2023-12-0556 min
Humanity ShinesRehema Mertinez - DonDiva ✨Transgender Advocate ✨Model Rhema Mertinez-DonDiva shares with us their childhood story.The first years were spent in the foster care system and in the hospital. Rhema was adopted into a permanent home at the age of six and then later moved to Australia. Rhema became homeless as a teenager and returned to the states on their own. When Rehema was homeless in Minnesota she discovered their true identity and a beautiful metamorphosis took place.Hosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/humanityshinespodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Connect with Shelly https...
2023-11-2833 min
Humanity ShinesTiffany Overcash✨Peer Recovery Specialist Today we have Tiffany Overcash joining us. Tiffany shares her experiences of childhood trauma, a traumatic brain injury and health struggles. Tiffany speaks openly about the addiction she dealt with for many years and her road to recovery. Today, Tiffany is proudly working as a peer recovery specialist helping others recover from addiction .Connect with Tiffany:FB:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070852566894&mibextid=LQQJ4dEMAIL: tovercash42@gmail.comHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/humanityshinespodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
2023-11-2136 min
Humanity ShinesCory P. Willis✨Actor ✨Improviser✨Podcaster Cory P. Willis shares memories of his childhood growing up in upstate New York. Cory's love of comedy and acting took off in early adulthood. He felt inspired to take classes at The Upright Citizens Brigade and now is currently a teacher and performer there. Cory also gives us a glimpse into his most recent acting role on the series finale of The Goldbergs.Connect with Cory:Cory P. Willis (@burncoryburn) • Instagram photos and videosinstagram.comBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/burncoryburn.bsky.socialTwitter: https://twitter.com/bu...
2023-11-0749 min
Humanity ShinesRomana Frey ✨Founder and Director of Amamor Women’s FoundationRomana Frey is Founder and Director of Amamor Women’s Foundation. Romana gets vulnerable with us about how surviving her own domestic abuse inspired her to help other women by birthing her Women’s Foundation.Connect with Romana:Website: amamorwomensfoundation.comEmail: romana@amamorwomensfoundation.comHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/humanityshinespodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Connect with Shelly https://instagram.com/shellynagell?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=imdbhttps://m.imdb.com/title/tt26315535/?fbclid=PAAaY0FJWusRcyv2dYpgG-oOqSJ1pDbcxhQfmtWxkk4Dy78...
2023-10-3133 min
Humanity ShinesAdam DeLisi ✨Musician✨ Casting DirectorAdam DeLisi shares memories of his childhood growing up in St. Paul , Mn. When Adam was in his 20's, he attended a party which was life changing for him. He met Debbie, who he immediately knew would be the love of his life. This love story took him to New York where he picked up a guitar and never put it down. Adam shares what inspires him as a songwriter and musician.Connect with Adam:https://www.instagram.com/adamdelisi/https://www.facebook.com/adamdelisimusic/https://open.spotify.com/artist/2TJpvZDEuxzBPJ0...
2023-10-1736 min
Humanity ShinesAmber Patton✨Artist ✨Marine Amber Patton shares fond memories of spending time in St. Louis , Missouri when she was a child. She shares how a traumatic event when she was a teenager impacted her high school years. We learn about her times in the Marines and her creative endeavors!Connect with Amber:www.amber-patton.comwww.twitter.com/amberpatton007www.instagram.com/amberpatton007www.tiktok.com/amberpatton007My etsy shop:www.etsy.com/shop/IttyBittyLittyShopHumanity ShinesHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast...
2023-10-0343 min
Humanity ShinesCody Blackbird ✨ Lead singer of Blackbird Band ✨World renowned Native American Flute Player Cody Blackbird is the lead singer and co- founder of the Blackbird Band. He is known all over the world for playing the Native American flute. Cody takes us on his musical journey and shares what inspires him as an artist. Cody recently collaborated with John Popper of Blues Traveler.Connect with Cody :Instagram https://instagram.com/thebandblackbird?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheBandBlackbird?mibextid=LQQJ4dWebsite www.thebandBlackbird.comHumanity ShinesHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.com
2023-09-1922 min
Humanity ShinesMona Shelton ✨Magical Mona Shelton grew up in and out of the foster care system in Spokane ,Washington. When Mona was eleven years old , she voluntarily left the foster care system and was a homeless child learning to survive on the streets. Mona shares how education , fire dancing and her Burner community have given her inspiration , positivity and support amongst the intense life challenges she has had to face.Hosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/humanityshinespodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Connect with Shelly https://instagram.com/shellynagell?igshid=YmMyMTA2...
2023-09-1230 min
Humanity ShinesTony Seemann ✨ School Counselor Tony Seemann was in a car crash at age 17 that left him paralyzed. He takes us through his journey to recovery. He shares how he has been able to move forward with this life altering accident. He reveals his resilience and perseverance that has led him to be thriving in life today.Connect with Tony:instagramhttps://instagram.com/hell_on_wheels617?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Humanity ShinesHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/humanityshinespodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Connect with...
2023-09-0545 min
Humanity ShinesGaweechat Joompaula ✨ Co -Founder of Openmind Projects Gaweechat Joompaula shares his experience growing up in the village of Nonpattana , Thailand . We learn about his childhood and how he didn’t have access to electricity in his home until he was ten years old. He takes us on his unconventional journey becoming a co -founder of Openmind Projects.Openmind Projects is a nonprofit, grassroots organization empowering impoverished youth and their parents in Southeast Asia.Connect with Gaweechat:https://openmindprojects.org/Email: info@openmindprojects.orginstagram https://www.instagram.com/openmindprojects/Humanity ShinesHosted by...
2023-08-2242 min
Humanity ShinesErin Ushakov ✨Educator ✨Mom of 6 kiddos Erin Ushakov is a single Mom of six living in New York City. She talks about her experience growing up being neurodivergent. At a young age she was labeled and misunderstood by a teacher. This experience led her to fiercely pursue higher education where she talks about currently being enrolled at Harvard. She shares how making choices to lead a life she loves despite the obstacles and challenges she faces. Erin is teaching her children to never give up on the life you want to create.Connect with Erin :IG https://instagram.com/talk_ofthetown80...
2023-08-1541 min
Humanity ShinesRick Perez✨Founder of Reckless Magazine ✨Photographer✨Artist Manager Rick Perez takes us on his journey to NYC, where he found himself as an artist and embraced his sexual identity. He shares his unique and thoughtful perspectives on art, photography and the businesses he's created.Connect with Rick:Email: info@goodtimerick.comSocials: Photography - @goodtimrickstudios Reckless Magazine - @reckless.mag, Reckless Management - @reckless.mgmtWebsite: Photography - goodtimerick.com , Reckless Magazine - recklessmagazine.com Reckless Management recklessmanagement.comHumanity ShinesHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram...
2023-08-0131 min
Humanity ShinesKaci Wegleitner ✨Captain ✨Recipe Creator ✨World Record holding SpearfisherwomenKaci Wegleitner made a dream come true five years ago! She moved onto a boat and has been sailing around the Bahamas and Caribbean ever since. Kaci takes us through her magical and adventurous journey of life at sea.Connect with Kaci:Check out :The Fish BishSeagan staples & plant based dishesWelcome to The Fish Bish! Here you'll find your new favorite ways to prepare sustainable catch with seagan recipes and plant based alternatives. Thanks for being here and doing your part, lets eat!The Fish Bish Recipes...
2023-07-1827 min
Humanity ShinesJew DreamFirstBorn ✨Artist Jew DreamFirstBorn shares how a Prince song prevented him from taking his own life. That moment led him to take a bus from California to New York to start a new life with three dollars in his pocket. He takes us on his journey of rebirth and healing.Connect with Jew:www.DreamFirstBornImages.comDreamFirstBorn ImagesThis is the site showcasing the photography of Jew DreamFirstBorn.www.dreamfirstbornimages.com85918 on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1VkDT5lbjqp1cg7QdipjsT?si=_X9Zx05vRk--xYBVRqt2Gg
2023-07-1158 min
Humanity ShinesDanielle Long Crow ✨Indigenous Advocate✨Mother Danielle Long Crow is a proud member of the Sincangu Lakota Oyate tribe.She takes us on her journey from South Dakota to setting down roots in Minneapolis, Mn.She shares her honest , insightful and colorful perspectives on life. We learn about her dedication and endless love she has working in The Native American Community. She shares. how connecting with her culture and spirituality has impacted her life and led her to live a life of sobriety.Connect with Danielle:Email: dlo11101012720@gmail.comHumanity ShinesHosted by Shelly Nagell
2023-07-0457 min
Humanity ShinesMolly Sebastian ✨Co- Founder of Invictus Bakery Molly Sebastain is the Co- Founder of Invictus Bakery. The bakery job trains and employs people on the autism spectrum. Molly shares how her life changed after her daughter’s Autism diagnosis. She shares what she did to create more opportunities for her daughter and others by birthing Invictus bakery.She takes us on her journey to find the best resources for her daughter and shares her insights and forward thinking approach to creating a more inclusive world.Connect with Molly :https://invictusbakery.org/instagram https://instagram.com/invictusenterprises?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=...
2023-06-2026 min
Humanity ShinesI wanted to say Hello!I want to say Thank you for listening!Humanity ShinesHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/humanityshinespodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Connect with Shelly https://instagram.com/shellynagell?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=TikTokwww.tiktok.com/@humanityshinespodcast
2023-06-1300 min
Humanity ShinesJosi Villagomez ✨Domestic Abuse Survivor✨Business Owner Josi Villagomez shares her story about growing up and having to move from place to place and the instability she faced as a child. She recalls the moment she made a life changing decision to get in her car with her kids with barely anything and cross state lines to escape domestic abuse to create a better life for her kids. She talks about how she has overcome addiction and has embraced sobriety and is thriving in life today.Connect with Josi:Email :jolattin81@gmail.comFb:https://www.facebook.com/Jlolilmore?mibextid...
2023-06-0657 min
Humanity ShinesJake Lauckern ✨Singer✨HairstylistJake Lauckern shares his passion for music and takes us on his musical journey. Jake’s American Idol audition led him to becoming one of the lead singers in the boy band "Wow" in the 2000s.Connect with Jake:Email: jake204@msn.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/jakelauckern?igshid=NDk5N2NlZjQ=Humanity ShinesHosted by Shelly NagellEmail: humanityshinespodcast@gmail.cominstagramhttps://instagram.com/humanityshinespodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Connect with Shelly https://instagram.com/shellynagell?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=TikTokwww.ti...
2023-05-3017 min
Humanity ShinesAaron Johnson ✨Disability Rights Activist ✨Documentary Filmmaker Aaron Johnson had a stroke at the age of thirty seven that left him disabled. He shares his journey to becoming a Disability Rights Activist. He is currently filming the documentary “They Sleep Among Us” to raise awareness about the unhoused encampments in Minneapolis ,Mn.Connect with Aaron:Personal ig:https://instagram.com/djaddmpls?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Movie Page: https://instagram.com/theysleepamongus?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=YouTube:Makeshift Mediayoutube.comHumanity ShinesHosted by Shelly NagellEmai...
2023-05-2330 min
Humanity ShinesCarrie Vu ✨New York Based Actor Carrie Vu shares that her parents escaped Vietnam and how they met in a refugee camp in the Philippines. Carrie’ s parents eventually were able to settle in Jersey City where she was raised. She takes us on her journey to change career paths and take the risk to pursue acting. Following her passion led her to booking her first tv role on Orange Is the New Black. She recently had a reoccurring role as April on Netlfix’s series Partner Track.Connect with Carrie:instagramhttps://instagram.com/booitscarrievu?igshid=NDk5N2NlZjQ=imdb...
2023-05-1626 min
Humanity ShinesLarry Yazzie✨Fancy Dancer ✨Indigenous Advocate✨ActorWe are honored to have Larry Yazzie joining us today. Larry is a proud member of the Meskwaki Nation in Central Iowa. Today he shares his culture and passion for the arts. Larry is a Fancy ,Northern Style Traditional and Eagle Dancer. He has been invited to dance ,teach and share stories all around the world!Connect with Larry:https://instagram.com/larryyazzie?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=Www.NativePrideProductions.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@larryyazziehttps://www.instagram.com/native_pride_dancers/Humanity ShinesHosted by...
2023-05-0929 min
Humanity ShinesVanessa Miles ✨ Production Designer✨Photographer✨Artist Vanessa Miles shares her story about being held captive in her own home in Minneapolis, Mn when she was only a child.She talks about the obstacles she was faced with as a child and how she was able to persevere. She shares how she has stayed inspired by her work as a production designer and how her creativity has led to creating a beautiful life for herself.Connect with Vanessa:www.vanessamilesdesign.comimdb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2490858/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vanessamilesdesign?_t=8bwiSdRniXr...
2023-05-0117 min