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Moonlight Audio TheatreCHRISTMAS ON THE AIR 1 - A Christmas Carol Project Audion presents a special Christmas audio drama recorded before a live audience at the Grapevine (TX) Public Library on December 14, 2025 as part of "Christmas On The Air." This half hour recreates a "A Christmas Carol" as it was traditionally heard on on the radio networks in the days before television. For nearly two decades spread across across the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, actor Lionel Barrymore definitively portrayed Ebenezer Scrooge for eager American radio listeners. We recreated his 1949 production with a full cast, right down to Tiny Tim, plus music and live sound effects. It's the voices of Ch...
2025-12-2439 min
Project Audion: Classic Audio Dramas for Modern Times"A Christmas Carol" classic holiday Audio Drama recreated for a live studio audienceProject Audion presents a special Christmas audio drama recorded before a live audience at the Grapevine (TX) Public Library on December 14, 2025 as part of "Christmas On The Air." This half hour recreates a "A Christmas Carol" as it was traditionally heard on on the radio networks in the days before television. For nearly two decades spread across across the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, actor Lionel Barrymore definitively portrayed Ebenezer Scrooge for eager American radio listeners. We recreated his 1949 production with a full cast, right down to Tiny Tim, plus music and live sound effects. It's the voices o...
2025-12-2439 min
SexologyEP400 - Sex Connection: Passion and PresenceWelcome to episode 400 of the Sexology Podcast! Today, I'm thrilled to be speaking with Susan Morgan Taylor. In our conversation, we delve into the sexual polarity that draws partners together, highlighting the significance of embodying and shifting between masculine and feminine energies. We also explore ways for couples to reconnect, focusing on the importance of conscious intimacy practices and effective communication, including the idea of 'sacred dialogue'.Susan Morgan Taylor graduated from UC Santa Barbara in 1998 and soon after became a licensed massage therapist. However, her true calling lay elsewhere. In 2008, she began formal training in alternative e...
2024-08-2046 min
Chris Burke - In The MixChris Burke - In The Mix #161Chris Burke - In The Mix #1611. Hoxton Whores - Sunrise (feat. Krysten Cummings) (Lohrasp Kansara Remix)2. Herd & Fitz, Hannah Wants - I Just Can't Get Enough (feat. Abigail Bailey)3. DJ Susan - Into The Night (feat. Cara Melín)4. Erick Morillo, Eddie Thoneick - Live Your Life (feat. Shawnee Taylor) (George Kafetzis Edit)5. Jazzy, Sonny Fodera, D.O.D - Somedays6. Lika Morgan - King Of My Castle (Fort Arkansas Remix)7. LV, Richie Rozex - Love Don't Let Me Go8. Milk Bar, F3D...
2024-08-0258 min
Christian Faith and FictionEpisode 207: New Christian Fiction Books Releasing in August 2024Here are all the Christian fiction books that I could find that are releasing in August 2024. If you know of any more, please add them in the comments. Also let me know which of these books you would like to read in the future.
You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/a88GN93fNIY
You can comment on the blog post here: New Christian Fiction Books Releasing in August 2024
Book mentioned:
Tracking Tilly by Janice Thompson
One Last Promise by Susan May Warren
Fugitive Search by Dana Mentink
Sorority Cold Case by Jacquelin...
2024-07-1819 min
The Brain Language PodcastEp #77 Rodger Bailey, the Master of the LAB Profile InterviewSend us a textWe are starting this new year with a star-studded program featuring none other than Rodger Bailey, developer of the LAB profile! If you are a student of NLP you will recognize this name. Rodger developed a training program for managers to recognize a person's functional capabilities and motivational triggers using a simple linguistic interview, so managers can know which tasks that person can do well and how to influence and motivate them. Here are some of the questions he answered: 1. I’ve given our audience a little backg...
2024-01-0253 min
Strong SongsA Little Extra ZeldaOn this bonus episode, originally recorded as a Patreon bonus in 2022, Kirk goes through a few great Legend of Zelda pieces that he didn't manage to get into on last year's Zelda-focused Strong Songs episode. If you want to hear next week's new episode on Tears of the Kingdom early, go become a patron now!FEATURED:"Tears of the Kingdom Theme" from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, comp. Manaka Kataoka, Maasa Miyoshi, Masato Ohashi, Tsukasa Usui"Song of Storms," "Dark World/Lorule Theme," "Gerudo Valley," and "The Great Fairy's Fountain" by K...
2023-10-2724 minStrong SongsBelle & Sebastian's Very Good Chord ProgressionKirk takes a tour through the cycling, modulating chord sequence in Belle & Sebastian's buoyant 2017 song "The Girl Doesn't Get It."Variation 1: | C | Dm7 | Bb | Gm FVariation 2: | C | D | Bm | Esus EVariation 3: | A | Bm | A/C# | Esus EFEATURED/DISCUSSED:"The Girl Doesn't Get It" by Belle & Sebastian from How To Solve Our Human Problems, Vol. 1, 2017"I Will Always Love You" by Dolly Parton performed by Whitney Houston on The Bodyguard soundtrack, 1992--------------------OCTOBER 2023 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSCorpus Frisky – Ben Barron – Catherine Warner – Damon White...
2023-10-2021 min
Strong SongsCounterpoint, Chaka Kahn, & Peter GabrielKirk answers your questions on 60s pop counterpoint, Chaka Kahn syncopation, Taylor Swift's re-recording project, good practice habits, Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer," and more.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"You've Got Your Troubles" by Roger Greenaway and Roger Cool, recorded by The FortunesContrapunctus 1 by J.S. Bach recorded by the Emerson String Quartet on Bach: The Art of Fugue, 2003T.I.B.W.F. by The Budos Band, from The Budos Band, 2005"Dying to Get To Europe" by Ketil Bjornstad from Seafarer's Song, 2004"The Place Where He Inserted the Blade" by Black Country, New Road from Ants From Up There, 2022"...
2023-09-0854 min
The Growth CollectiveHR Transformation @ Grand Valley State University: A conversation with Mychal Coleman and Lindsey DesArmoThis episode features an organization that is truly doing the deep work necessary to evolve culture. My guests, Mychal Coleman Associate Vice President of Human Resources at Grand Valley State University and Lindsey DesArmo, Interim Director of Talent Management at GVSU, began the journey of culture evolution when they realized a few years ago, they were losing what had made their organization great for so many years and it was time to review and reset with a goal to reach higher by 2025. In this episode, Lindsay and Mychal walk through the steps their team took to evolve their approach to H...
2023-06-2754 min
The Growth CollectiveFor the Culture: A conversation with people-mover Marcus Collins Dr. Marcus Collins is back on the podcast to talk about his new book For the Culture: the power behind what we buy, what we do, and who we want to be. Listen in a Marcus highlights why it’s essential to be clear on what you stand for as an organization and the importance of being intentional about building culture; why we buy the things including why we buy including the idea that showing up to a job every day is a worthwhile endeavor beyond a paycheck; and, the power of the too often neglected role of...
2023-04-3048 minThe Growth CollectiveBecome a Better Business Citizen: A conversation with Victor ChoMy guest for this episode is Victor Cho. A passionate consumer advocate, Victor was most recently the CEO at Evite where he led the company successfully through COVID-19 and returned it to growth, financial health, and a successful corporate buy-out. He is also the creator of the 4th Stakeholder Framework on improving stakeholder capitalism. Victor believes for society to thrive, we must shed what he calls the Mercenary Business approach and embrace a more balanced stakeholder model. Unfortunately, many organizations find it hard to balance even just the first three primary stakeholders (Shareholders, customers, and employees). When yo...
2023-03-2143 min
The Growth CollectiveIf People Feel Replaceable, They’ll Act Replaceable: A conversation with Zach Mercurio, PhD.50 years of research has shown an individual’s sense of purpose and understanding of how they matter to an organization predicts motivation, productivity and the performance of an individual and the overall business. A lack of feeling relevant and connected to the purpose within a job or organization is one of the drivers of the Great Resignation, Quit Quitting or whatever term is being used to refer to good old fashioned disengagement. This suggests that one of the most important steps an organization can take to engage and attract great talent is to help them understand how they matter to the...
2023-02-2848 min
Who? WeeklyKelsea Ballerini, Chris Appleton & Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.?Nondisclosia!!!!! On today's episode of Who's There, our weekly call-in show, we begin with a firsthand account of the moment a fan vomited on Luann at her cabaret show and a friendly GenXer's take on Chloe Grace Moretz's girlfriend's parents. Moving on, we go long on a handful big Who? relationship stories: A. Susan Sarandon's real daughter's engagement to a chef named Ian (+ Susan Sarandon's engagement with her fake daughter named Jena), B. Kelsea Ballerini's divorce from Morgan Evans (and a theory that her big month is the result of a great publicist), C. Halle Bailey's maybe/maybe-not breakup...
2023-02-241h 05
The Growth CollectiveOpportunities for Thriving in the Multigenerational Workplace: A conversation with Dr. Jean AcciusPeople are living longer and that can mean they are working longer. Where there was once a 1st act – work and then a second act – retirement, there now may be a 3rd or even 4th act. The effort to attract and engage great talent has pushed organizations to invest in the wellbeing and growth of all of their people – meeting them where they are at and offering them more of what they want – opportunities to learn and earn longer. This conversation features Dr. Jean Accius. At the time of this interview, he was serving as Senior Vice Presiden...
2023-02-1146 min
The Growth CollectiveEmployee Assistance Programs – An Important & Underutilized Benefit: A conversation with Mark Attridge, PhD.Historically, about 1 in 4 working adults in the United States met clinical criteria for having a behavioral health condition. The consequences of leaving anxiety, depression, alcohol, drugs, and other common behavioral disorders unidentified and untreated have negative impacts in several areas relevant to employers. These problems influence absenteeism, presenteeism, health care treatment costs, workplace safety risks and more. Many of these behavioral health conditions became more prevalent since the start of COVID-19 pandemic and organizations are focusing like never before on providing support for mental health to their employees. This episode focuses on an underutilized mental health resource t...
2023-01-1945 minThe Growth CollectiveThe Power of Strong Ties at Work: A conversation with Art MarkmanThere are many reasons driving employee disengagement and departures these days. The latest episode aims to shed light on how to address one of the drivers – lack of connection. My guest, Art Markman and I explore the difference between family, neighbors and strangers – how you treat them and what you expect from them and what we can learn from these differences and apply in the workplace to increase connection and organizational commitment. Art Markman, is a professor of psychology and vice provost of Academic Affairs at the University of Texas Austin. Art is the author of smart thinki...
2022-12-1452 minThe Growth CollectiveA Cure For the Common Company: A conversation with Richard Safeer, MDDr. Richard Safeer leads the employee health and well-being initiative, Healthy at Hopkins at Johns Hopkins Medicine. He also advises the institution on matters related to health plan benefits, occupational health and the employee assistance program. He has published many journal articles and regularly speaks on employee health and wellbeing, in particular on how to create healthy workplace cultures. In January 2023, his book, “A Cure for the Common Company” will be released and that book and his culture building blocks serve as the foundation for our discussion. Listen in to learn steps an organization of any size or type...
2022-11-2850 minThe Growth CollectiveAiming for the Win-Win (Employee + Customer Love): A conversation with Diamondback Covers CEO Ben Eltz and CPO Morgan ForneyIt is possible to offer a highly engaging and rewarding work experience in a manufacturing environment and this episode provides insight into a few ways to accomplish this goal. This episode features truckbed cover and accessory manufacturer, Diamondback Covers CEO, Ben Eltz and Chief People Offer, Morgan Forney. Listen in as Ben and Morgan share their perspective on creating a workplace employees love by focusing on 4 bottom lines – Finance, Customers, Community and Employees and how utilizing company values to guide decision making in each area has helped them grow successfully and sustainably. Connect with Diamondback Covers Webs...
2022-11-0353 min
Weird DistractionsMid-Week Mini Spooks: Royal Alexandra Theatre, TorontoWelcome back Mid-Week Mini Spook (MWMS) series. A series that preps all you weirdo's for Halloween. Every Wednesday in October, get your spooky fix as your host Alex tells small tales to surely leave a chill down your spine. This year, for the first time ever, there is a theme. Ontario, Canada may not necessarily be the most reported haunted location in the world, but that doesn't mean there's no eeriness when it comes to this province. Get ready for this years MWMS series of Ominous Ontario.This week, Alex discuss the history and, some of the...
2022-10-1910 minThe Growth CollectiveReimagining Workplace Well-Being: A conversation with Jessica GrossmeierIn 2022 and the focus for employers has expanded well beyond physical wellbeing to include financial and mental wellbeing (in most companies) and social, community and professional wellbeing in organizations that have taken a more comprehensive approach. The wisest employers recognize creating a culture of health requires an intentional, multi—level approach and meeting employees where they are at. My guest for this episode is Jessica Grossmeier, PhD, MPH is the author of Reimagining Workplace Well-being: Fostering a Culture of Purpose, Connection, and Transcendence. She is a leading voice in workplace well-being, having dedicated her career to identifying evidenc...
2022-10-0447 minThe Growth CollectiveLove, Kinship and Compassion as a Business Model for Success: A conversation with Homeboy Industries CEO Tom VozzoThere is a belief that we can all get what we want if we just pull up our bootstraps and go for it. But what happens to those who simply don’t have boots? It’s tough for someone to move forward if they don’t have the basics. This episode is about a business that looks at business differently…My guest for this episode is Tom Vozzo, CEO of Homeboy Industries. Tom left his career in corporate America convinced there had to be a better way to define success. In 2012, Tom became the first-ever CEO of Homeb...
2022-09-2043 minThe Growth CollectiveHelping Employees Overcome Obstacles: A conversation with Mark PetersEveryday across the globe, people bring their whole selves to work. They bring every experience from the moment they are born to the moment before they walk in the door each day. All of it. The good, the bad, the traumatic. The stuff they bring can be called the Social Determinants of Health. The determinants are big buckets of factors – environment, genetics, individual behaviors, social circumstances and medical care – that influence an individual’s ability to be healthy and THRIVE. Recognizing these factors influence one’s ability to focus and engage at work or even just show up at work open...
2022-08-2952 minThe Growth CollectiveCulture is Your #1 Talent Attraction & Retention Tool (rebroadcast)Summer Replay 2022: We're revisiting a few relevant & helpful episodes from the past until we return with a new episode in Late August 2022. Earlier this year, MIT Sloan Management Review published a survey that revealed that toxic culture is the leading predictor of employee departures. My guest for this episode proves positive cultures have the opposite effect - they help to attract and retain talent by offering an employee experience that supports team members growth, wellbeing and flourishing. Garry Ridge is chairman and chief executive officer of WD-40 Company. He is passionate about the learning and empow...
2022-08-1651 minThe Growth CollectiveHelping Employees Find Purpose Beyond a Paycheck: Revisiting a conversation with Zach MercurioSummer Replay 2022: We're revisiting a few relevant & helpful episodes from the past until we return with a new episode in Late August 2022. The best companies relentlessly focus on their contribution to the world and the humans in it and trust the effects (profitability, growth, lower turnover, etc.) will follow. Culture and how people feel when they work, directly affects their ability to flourish and make positive contributions. This episode replay features Zach Mercurio - the most popular guest on the Growth Collective podcast. Zach helps leaders enable the daily experience of purpose, meaningfulness, and mattering. He is...
2022-08-0259 minThe Growth CollectiveWhat is Culture? A metaphor to bring culture to life (Rebroadcast: Episode 0)Summer Replay 2022: We're revisiting a few relevant & helpful episodes from the past until we return with a new episode in Late August 2022. Employees are more likely to stay with an organization if they believe they can thrive there. What factors influence thriving in an organization? It is more than perks and benefits. It's the daily experience of working for the organization...it's how it feels to be a part of it and the factors that enable that feeling. In this episode, I explore culture in metaphor. Trees and humans have a lot in common... to thri...
2022-07-1913 min
The Growth CollectiveA Manufacturing Culture Transformation Story: A conversation with Webasto’s Corey StowellIt is possible to turn a culture around. This episodes guest is proof positive. From toxic to family. It takes work and commitment at all levels in the organization. The payoff - a company with staying power, happy employees and long-term potential. My guest for this episode is Corey Stowell, VP of Human Resources at Webasto Americas. Corey’s passion for people, wellbeing, mindful leadership and coaching come through loud and clear in our discussion. His ability to understand employees AND help leaders and key stakeholders develop their own empathy skills contributed to the turnaround of a culture tha...
2022-06-0746 min
The Growth CollectiveTactics for Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace: A conversation with Dr. David BallardMental and behavioral health challenges affect 1 in 4 adults worldwide. Given that the majority of awake time is spent at work, the workplace is an ideal setting for promoting good mental health. For employers, supporting a healthy workforce, particularly one emotionally and cognitively healthy, can also drive productivity, improve attendance, produce long-term health care cost savings, and help attract and retain top talent. My guest for this episode is fellow employee wellbeing and organizational performance consultant Dr. David Ballard. Listen in to learn more about mental health, what it is exactly and what is the employers role in s...
2022-06-0748 min
Move Fast. Break Shit. Burn Out.Storytelling for Organizations - Susan Morgan BaileyJoin us for a conversation with Susan Morgan Bailey, who is a high energy leader with more than 25 years of experience in health, benefits and education settings. In her role as Senior Vice President, Culture & Wellbeing Practice Leader at Marsh & McLennan Agency, she calls upon her experience to help organizations build sustainable business via supportive cultures that empower individuals to thrive. Prior to joining MMA, Susan consulted on and led culture and wellbeing initiatives in a variety of settings from manufacturing to healthcare. Susan is a Certified CultureTalk™ Partner, a Certified Intrinsic Coach, SHRM-SCP and SPHR certified and holds a...
2022-05-2026 minThe Growth CollectiveDesigning Space for Thriving: A conversation with Ghafari CEO Ki HammerThis podcast is focused on helping organizations create spaces where employees can thrive so the business can thrive too. This episode's guest leads an organization that so seriously believes in the purpose of thriving it’s woven into the customer and employee value propositions. Ki Hammer is president and CEO of Ghafari, a global engineering, architecture, process design, consulting and construction services firm. Listen in as Ki shares how her flat organization gets work done, with an entrepreneurial spirit that has been key to the successful growth and stability of the organization alongside their commitment to doing what...
2022-05-1736 minThe Growth CollectiveSocial Determinants of Health Deep Dive: A conversation with Treger StrasbergRecent data (from January 2020 – a little laggy due to the pandemic) showed there were 580,466 people experiencing homelessness in Amerca. 70% were individuals and the rest were people living in families with children. They lived in every state and territory and reflect the diversity of the US. Homelessness is a big topic that plays a role in individual and community wellbeing. In this episode we only scratch the surface of it. The part that answers a few questions – what are some of the solutions, what are the challenges related to those solutions and what can individuals and organizations do to help. My g...
2022-04-1948 minThe Growth CollectiveMaking Memories Purposefully in Retail: A conversation with Charlie MaloufEveryday organizations are working hard to attract and retain talent and in this tight labor market, they’re employing a lot of tactics to draw people in from signing bonuses to expanded benefits. Behavior science tells us, tactics like this only inspire short-term commitment. In order to engage talent long-term...the culture must nurture employees and provide inspiration beyond a paycheck. My guest for this episode is Charlie Malouf is the President and CEO of Broad River Retail, a large independently owned and operated licensee of 29 Ashley HomeStores. As President and CEO, Charlie has the distinct privilege of lea...
2022-04-0551 minThe Growth CollectiveImpacting the Manner in Which Business is Done: A conversation with Rhino Foods’ Ted CastleFrom the beginning, Ted Castle’s desire to own a company that develops its employees, has a positive impact on the community, and shares innovative workplace practices has set the course of their growth and their culture. Over time this has evolved into purpose and principles that are not just words on a wall, they are the foundation of living the Rhino Foods culture. The “right thing to do” guides all they do and you’ll hear how it comes to life in so many ways in my chat with Ted from hiring practices to financial wellbeing strategies and proving w...
2022-03-0946 min
The Growth CollectiveInvisible Factors Driving the Great Resignation: A conversation with Zach MercurioLong before the pandemic led to the great resignation organizations who understood the power of establishing meaningfulness in work had an easier time engaging and keeping top talent. Not surprisingly, the organizations losing the most talent are those that haven’t been intentional about this. My guest for the podcast understands the human element of the work world well. Zach Mercurio is one of the leading experts on the role of purpose and meaning in organizations, work, and life. Through speaking, consulting, and research, Zach has helped diverse organizations and individuals around the world understand how purpose and meaning unlea...
2022-02-0447 min
The Search for the Soulful Leader#17 - Wellbeing and Culture w/ Susan BaileyIn this week’s episode we’re joined by Susan Morgan Bailey, Senior Vice President, Culture & Wellbeing Practice Leader at Marsh McLennan Agency. Susan brought us amazing energy, a sense of hope, and insight into how Jungian archetypes can affect our individual and collective leadership style.CultureTalk's Certified Partners: https://culturetalk.com/culturetalk-certified-partners/Archetype Quiz: https://quiz.culturetalk.com/sf/3872c004Producer: James CourtFor more episodes and extra content, check out our website.Click on his name if you'd like more information on host...
2021-12-0747 min
The Growth CollectiveSelf-Care for Thriving Leaders: A conversation with Dr. Michelle ThompsonThis episode is for those who want to keep going. Who want to not just survive, you want to thrive. As we head into the holiday season – which brings a whole new set of stressors – there are steps we can take to boost our resilience and maybe even come out of the holiday season (or any challenging time of life) stronger. My guest for this episode is Dr. Michelle Thompson, a Triple-board certified physician in Integrative, Lifestyle and Osteopathic Family Medicine. In this episode, Michelle reminds us – at any given time, there is more right with us than is wr...
2021-11-1737 min
The Growth CollectiveThinking Outside the Box to Support Resilience: A conversation with Promedica’s Kate Sommerfeld and Randy OostraApproximately 40-60% of our current state of health is driven by non-clinical factors. How much money we have in the bank, the depth and breadth of our social support network and the stress of finding reliable childcare all have impact on our health and risk for disease. Organizations looking to improve the health of their workforce would be wise to keep this in mind – understand and address basic need challenges exist among your workforce – before focusing on improvement of individual health risk factors. My guests for this episode understand the power of helping individuals meet basic needs. Kate Som...
2021-11-0948 min
The Growth CollectiveBuilding an Attractive & Fulfilling Culture: A conversation with Scribe Media CEO JeVon McCormickScribe Media believes company culture is the operating system for their organization. They so strongly believe in the concept of intentional culture, they created an open-access, living document call the Scribe Culture Bible that lays out what they believe, why they believe it and how they live by it. From there the values are baked into their DNA and everything they do. My guest for this episode is author and Scribe Media CEO, JeVon McCormick. JeVon understands well the power of words and actions and strives daily to lead an organization that stands by its words and with...
2021-11-0255 min
The Growth CollectiveThe Power and Potential of Conscious Capitalism: A conversation with CEO Alexander McCobinAs more individuals seek work that has purpose and meaning, in combination with growing interest in working for organizations that are making a positive difference in the world, leaders are opening up to the idea that they can and should focus on the impact they have on all stakeholders. My guest for this episode is Alexander McCobin, the CEO of Conscious Capitalism, Inc. a US-based nonprofit whose purpose is to build a movement of business leaders improving the practice and perception of capitalism to elevate humanity so that billions of people can flourish, leading lives infused with...
2021-10-2642 minThe Growth CollectiveMore Rest+Less Work: Exploring the power of a shorter workweek with Alex Soojung-Kim PangIceland recently made headlines following the world’s largest trial of a shorter work week when it declared the trial a success when they results showed workers were happier, healthier and more productive. At a time when the theme of work is focused on avoiding burnout and mental health issues, feeling happier and healthier while working seems like a dream. My guest for this episode, futurist and author Alex Soojung-Kim Pang, has done the research. Through his work, he has demonstrated fewer work hours is absolutely a path toward a win-win – happy, engaged employees and successful business. Listen...
2021-10-1259 min
The Growth CollectiveMental Health Support in the Workplace: Why it matters and how to help with Tremaine El-Amin4 in 5 employees feel emotionally drained from their work, an early sign of burnout. 9 in 10 employees report their workplace stress affects their mental health 3 in 5 employees are not receiving adequate support from supervisors to help manage stress This data from the 2021 Work Health Survey conducted by Mental Health America tells us what we already knew…Humans were stressed before the pandemic began and it’s only gotten worse. Many lacked effective coping skills. And now, far too many are struggling. And others are powering through… buoyed by coping and resilience skills learned through...
2021-09-2947 min
Health Is On The WayCan We Slow Down the Aging Process?Who doesn’t want to stay young longer? Once most of us hit our late 30s we start thinking about aging and anti-aging strategies. But to be effective they must go way beyond facial creams and serums. Today on the podcast special host Ashley Kraus joins Susan Morgan Bailey to speak with Lara Zakaria PharmD MS, CNS, CDN, IFMCP from The Sandy Hook Clinic about: The role of functional medicine within the medical community. What methylation is and its role in our cellular, gene and DNA health. How diet and nutrition can impact the methylation process in our bodies. The role gene...
2021-09-2237 min
Health Is On The WayCan We Slow Down the Aging Process?Who doesn’t want to stay young longer? Once most of us hit our late 30s we start thinking about aging and anti-aging strategies. But to be effective they must go way beyond facial creams and serums. Today on the podcast special host Ashley Kraus joins Susan Morgan Bailey to speak with Lara Zakaria PharmD MS, CNS, CDN, IFMCP from The Sandy Hook Clinic about: The role of functional medicine within the medical community. What methylation is and its role in our cellular, gene and DNA health. How diet and nutrition can impact the methylation process in our bodies. The role gene...
2021-09-2237 min
The Growth CollectiveHappiness, Purpose and the Future of Work: A conversation with Tracy Brower, PhDThe future of work looks different and the same. The actions organizations took to build culture with everyone in the room can and should be utilized to build culture wherever your team sits. My guest for this episode is Dr. Tracy Brower a PhD sociologist studying work-life fulfillment and happiness. She is the author of The Secrets to Happiness at Work and Bring Work to Life and writes for Forbes.com and Fast Company. She is also a principal with Steelcase’s Applied Research + Consulting group where she gets to do exciting purpose focused work every day...
2021-09-1347 min
The Growth CollectiveThriving Culture in a Hybrid World: A conversation with Robert GlazerWe are knee deep into the great resignation. Earlier in 2021, surveys said 27% would leave their jobs. More recent surveys indicate as many at 95% of the workforce are looking for new jobs. As employees reevaluate their values and commitments, it can be tempting to think the grass is greener somewhere else. And it might be if an organization doesn’t take steps to evolve culture and commit to creating a workplace the supports employee wellbeing. My guest for this episode, book author, podcaster, CEO and Friday Forward blog creator, Robert Glazer, literally wrote the book on Thrivin...
2021-09-1337 min
The Growth CollectiveForever in Transition: Getting comfortable with change with the help of Chuck GaidicaChange and transitions are constants these days. My guest for this episode has a passion for change. As a former weather man in Michigan – where the joke about the weather is –if you don’t like it, wait 5 minutes – Chuck Gaidica understands change from many angles. So much so that he committed the post-weather man phase of his life to helping others through transitions through his Foundations of Fitness system – the "Fit" part of Fitness stands for Forever in Transition. Recognizing that change and life are interwoven and leaning into the transitions is one of the best parts of the journey.
2021-09-0148 min
The Growth CollectiveCulture Isn't Soft it's What Sets Your Company Apart: A conversation with Ron Alvesteffer and & Gretchen MurphySome think culture is the soft stuff. Come in to work, have fun, have happy hours and play ping pong. My guests for this episode know well culture is about how an organization treats their people as evidenced by how they communicate, develop team members and create opportunities for them to flourish. My guests for this episode are Ron Alvesteffer President and CEO of Service Express and Gretchen Murphy Chief Human Resources Officer. Listen in as Ron and Gretchen explain why they putting employee happiness first is the key to their success, how they put employees first and...
2021-08-0350 min
The Growth CollectiveStop Worrying and Start Leading: Leadership lessons from Joe HartLife is about personal growth. My guest for this episode is Joe Hart, the CEO of one of the oldest growth-focused, training organizations in existence – Dale Carnegie. Dale Carnegie authored popular books - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living, How to Win Friends and Influence People, and The Leader in You. He grew the lessons into the books into a training company focused on transforming individuals and businesses. Listen in as Joe shares his experience keeping employees engaged during the pandemic and how the lessons of Dale Carnegie can be helpful for individuals and organizations navigating chan...
2021-07-2137 min
The Growth CollectiveBusiness as a Greater Force for Good: A conversation with Alison OmensAs organizations muddle their way toward a post-pandemic work world, the pressure is on for organizations leaders to think differently about their role and the opportunity they have to make a difference in the lives of their employees and the communities they operate in. My guest for this episode understands this challenge at many levels. Alison Omens is the Chief Strategy Officer at JUST Capital an organization whose mission is to build an economy that works for all Americans by helping companies improve how they serve all their stakeholders – workers, customers, communities, the environment, and shareholders. A...
2021-07-0634 minHealth Is On The WayEmployer Considerations on Workforce VaccinationIn our first episode hosts Brad Lawson and Susan Morgan Bailey speak to health and benefits legal expert Barbara Zabawa about the legal and regulatory considerations of workforce vaccination. Topics covered include: * Should or can vaccination be mandatory? * What exemptions can employees use if they are not vaccinated? * Employee privacy and other regulatory considerations. * The use of incentives, third parties and integrating vaccination into an employee wellbeing program. Barbara Zabawa is the founder of the Center for Health and Wellness Law, LLC and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School.
2021-06-1425 minHealth Is On The WayEmployer Considerations on Workforce VaccinationIn our first episode hosts Brad Lawson and Susan Morgan Bailey speak to health and benefits legal expert Barbara Zabawa about the legal and regulatory considerations of workforce vaccination. Topics covered include: * Should or can vaccination be mandatory? * What exemptions can employees use if they are not vaccinated? * Employee privacy and other regulatory considerations. * The use of incentives, third parties and integrating vaccination into an employee wellbeing program. Barbara Zabawa is the founder of the Center for Health and Wellness Law, LLC and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School.
2021-06-1425 min
The Growth CollectiveDisrupt Yourself: Master relentless change and speed up your learning curve with Whitney JohnsonThe events of the past 15 months have been extraordinarily disruptive to life on our planet. The way we work shifted for many and the next wave of disruption that seems to be erupting is the ‘Why’ we work piece. My guest for this episode understands change and disruption so well she wrote a book about it titled Disrupt Yourself. Whitney Johnson is CEO of human capital consultancy Disruption Advisors an Inc. 5000 2020 fastest-growing private company in America, one of the fifty leading business thinkers in the world as named by Thinkers50 and host of the Disrupt Yourself podcast. As organi...
2021-06-0946 min
The Growth CollectiveThe Power of the B-Corp to Attract Talent and Do Good: A conversation with Hanna SchulzeThe talent market is getting interesting as 2021 progresses. The pandemic caused many to pause and consider where they focus their time and energy along with their returns for their efforts. There is a ripple effect in everything we do. Your employees touch the community, your business uses resources and you influence customers – each with upstream and downstream effects that often go unnoticed. My guest for this episode is Hanna Schulze, president of Local First and Good For Michigan. Good For Michigan is Michigan's B Local. Like me, Hanna believes that successful, vibrant communities thrive when they put peopl...
2021-05-1938 min
The Growth CollectiveFrom Mess to Success: Lessons on culture, leadership & marketing from Scott Jeffrey MillerWe learn best through experience. Learning is amplified when we take time to reflect on the experience and capture the lessons learned and then take action with the new information in mind. My guest for this episode is a pro at learning from his mistakes. He's not afraid to own it and hopes that others will benefit from learning about the messes he created along the way. My guest for this episode is Scott Jeffrey Miller FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought leadership. Listen in as we discuss the intersection of culture, leadership and marketing and hea...
2021-05-1945 min
The Growth CollectivePeople, Purpose & Values: A Conversation with WD-40 CEO Garry RidgeA recent study from IBM shows that 27 of Americans expect to change jobs in 2021. Many organizations are struggling to find talent and the ongoing-pandemic job market is going to compound these challenges. What if there was a way to draw people to your company? What if it was possible to attract many times more applicants than openings WITHOUT a recruiter? My guest for this episode proves it is possible to do attract and retain talent by way of creating a culture that supports team members growth, wellbeing and flourishing. Garry Ridge is chairman and chief e...
2021-04-2151 min
The Growth CollectivePeople Like Us do Things Like ThisThe title of this episode is borrowed from Seth Godin, a marketing teacher who like my guest for this episode understands deeply the connection between marketing (going to the people in an effort to get them to adopt behavior) and culture (system of values, symbols and norms that informs who people are and how they behave). Successful organizations have learned they must be clear on who they are and who they believe is a good match for their culture. They have also learned the concepts of marketing apply well beyond the sales department. My guest for...
2021-04-2142 min
The Growth CollectiveEnabling Wellbeing in the Workplace: A discussion with physician Dexter ShurneyYou’ve likely heard the phrase...An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. My guest for this episode knows well the benefits of investing in wellbeing and building supportive environments for individuals at work and in their communities. It is easier to be healthy and well if the spaces we spend time in each day enable healthy choices and provide support in the form of positive relationships and connection. And, it’s far more efficient and cost effective to prevent ill health and try to repair it later. Dr. Dexter Shurney is Senior Vice Presid...
2021-04-1453 min
The Growth CollectiveBuilding Employee Resilience as a Core Business StrategyWhat does it take for an individual to be resilient? Which is more influential...Physical fitness or mental health? How do the two relate to each other? What happens when an organization places as much emphasis on physical fitness as they do on mental health? This episode of the Growth Collective Podcast features Chris Macklin, the wellness manager from SouthMetro, a fire and rescue organization outside Denver, CO. Chris leads the Peer Support Program which is focused on providing a safe and supportive workplace where members are free to express and normalize their reactions and experiences so they...
2021-02-2358 min
The Growth CollectiveHero, Revolutionary or Sage: What's Your Organization's Culture Archetype?Archetypes are stories. They are the shared patterns, themes, and symbols that have universal meanings across cultures and time. They provide structure to the human experience and they can help us understand ourselves too. Through the frame of archetypes, we can see our strengths and shadows – providing us opportunities to grow. When applied in an organization, clarity of archetypes – knowing who you want to be and how you want to show up as an organization in the world– is foundational to developing a culture that sustains the organization for years to come. My guest for this episode is Cyn...
2021-02-0656 min
The Growth CollectiveAlly Financial: Culture & brand synergy done rightThe brand of an organization is all about how the organization shows up for it’s customers...it’s their personality and helps to set expectations for customers. The most successful organizations take the power of a strong brand persona and align their brand and culture. When culture and brand are in sync, it’s easier for employees to engage and know what’s expected of them at work and deliver on the brand promise – a winning combination. My guests for this episode have brought the magic of brand and culture partnership to life at Ally Financial. Kathie Patter...
2021-01-2655 min
The Growth CollectiveSarah Day Kalloch: Good Jobs StrategyMillions of people in the U.S. are stuck in bad jobs with poverty-level wages, unpredictable schedules, and few opportunities for growth, meaning, or dignity. By making better operational choices and investing in their employees, companies can create good jobs that can build stronger companies and communities. The Good Jobs Institute is on a mission to change the way organizations think about building a thriving business by way of creating good jobs – that meet basic needs and provide meaning and dignity for people. My guest for this episode is Sarah Day Kalloch, Executive Director of the Good Jo...
2020-11-1849 min
The Growth CollectiveKristen Holt Part 2: Greenpath Financial Wellness Pandemic Navigation UpdateThe COVID pandemic has brought about many revelations...one of the top being that businesses and organizations employ humans with unique and special circumstances and needs. Long before the pandemic hit, Greenpath Financial Wellness utilized human-centered design to understand and meet the need of their customers and employees. Gratefully, this focus, in combination with their emphasis on a culture of empathy, provided much needed framework through the uncertainty. My guest for this episode is Kristen Holt, CEO of Greenpath Financial Wellness. Listen in to understand how heavy emphasis on intentional culture as a foundation for organizational success allowe...
2020-10-2030 min
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernHappily This Christmas by Susan MalleryPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/424440to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Happily This Christmas
Series: #6 of Happily Inc
Author: Susan Mallery
Narrator: Tanya Eby
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 59 minutes
Release date: September 29, 2020
Genres: Modern
Publisher's Summary:
'A delightful Christmas visit to Happily Inc full of warmth, fun and community spirit.’ Bella Osborne, author or One Family Christmas It’s the season of love, forgiveness… and tidings of trouble! Wynn Beauchene is exactly where she wants to be: a successful business owner and single mum. Lately, however, something feels like it's missing. Even worse is Wynn's attraction to the gorgeous policem...
2020-09-297h 59
The Growth CollectiveZach Mercurio: Purpose and the Power of Cultivating a Culture of MeaningfulnessThe best companies relentlessly focus on their contribution to the world and the humans in it and trust the effects (profitability, growth, lower turnover, etc.) will follow. Culture and how people feel when they work, directly affects their ability to flourish and make positive contributions. My guest for this episode is Zach Mercurio. Zach helps leaders enable the daily experience of purpose, meaningfulness, and mattering. He is a researcher and Honorary Fellow of Psychology in the Center for Meaning and Purpose at Colorado State University and author of "The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organization with...
2020-09-1659 min
The Growth CollectiveJustin Salisbury: Growth & profitability is a breeze when you focus on growing more than the bottom lineProviding opportunities to learn and grow is a key element of a healthy culture ecosystem. Breeze Thru Car Wash’s vision is to be an excellently run car wash company that prepares people for the future and provides for the community. With a strong vision, mission and values guiding the way, Breeze Thru has become a solid and growing organization that makes a difference in many ways and defies the ideas that culture doesn’t matter by proving that intentional culture leads to growth and prosperity in many ways. My guest for this episode is Justin Salisbury, COO at...
2020-09-081h 19
The Growth CollectiveRich Sheridan Part 1: Building a workplace people loveAn organization focused on relationships, trust, reasonable workload, vacation, work-life balance... sounds like a dream job. A dream that is possible when a goal of the organization is long-term sustainability. Beyond that, adding joy and recognition that employees have lives outside of work to the recipe has a powerful impact on employee attraction and retention and every measure of business success. My guest for this episode is Rich Sheridan, CEO and Chief Storyteller at Menlo Innovations. His two best-selling books—Joy Inc.: How We Built a Workplace People Love and Chief Joy Officer: How Great Leaders Elevate Human...
2020-09-081h 14
The Growth CollectiveJustin Salisbury: Breeze Thru Car Wash Pandemic Navigation UpdateThis episode features Justin Salisbury, Chief Operations Officer at Breeze Thru Car Wash. His focus is on developing people by empowering them to be successful to prepare them for their future. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a varied affect on business. True to form, the Breeze Thru team did not let a pandemic stop them from continuing to find ways to care for and grow their people. Listen in to hear how their values have evolved, the footprint has begun to grow in unique ways (employee housing) and they are finding new and innovative ways to support team member gro...
2020-09-0729 min
The Growth CollectiveJeff Jamerino: Superior Electric Great Lakes Pandemic Navigation UpdateThis episode features Jeff Jamerino, President and CEO of Superior Electric Great Lakes. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a varied effect on business. Organizations with healthy, positive cultures seem to be weathering the storm and Superior Electric Great Lakes is no exception as their ESOP structure and values provided a strong foundation through the initial crisis and beyond. Listen in to hear how their family-focused culture has continued to thrive. Connect with Jeff Jamerino Email: jjamerino@seglc.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-jamerino-304039a9 Website: www.seglc.com Connect with Susa...
2020-09-0719 min
The Growth CollectiveRich Sheridan Part 2: Menlo Innovations Pandemic Navigation UpdateThis episode features Rich Sheridan, CEO and Chief Storyteller at Menlo Innovations. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a varied effect on business and Menlo felt the impact of the highly contagious virus right away. Having survived economic turmoil several times in 19+ years, the first 100 days of the pandemic lock-down were some of the scariest Rich had felt in years. Despite great fear that Menlo wouldn’t survive, the business many have called the most agile organization in the world found a way to survive, adapt, sustain with intent to emerge stronger and thrive again. Listen in to hear how the in...
2020-09-0737 min
The Growth CollectiveJim Hunter: Intentional Culture & Servant LeadershipOrganizational culture can support or destroy an organization and that reality has come to light through the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to highlighting weak or unintentional culture, the crisis has put a spotlight on the need for positive leadership. My guest for this episode is author, leader and culture guru, James Hunter. Jim is the author of 3 internationally best-selling books used in many MBA and other higher education curriculum around the world. Jim speaks on leadership to audiences around the world and assists organizations in creating a culture of excellence by growing leaders and building high-performing teams. ...
2020-08-2658 minThe Growth CollectiveSocial Determinants of Health: An Essential Consideration for Business Health and Employee WellbeingThe World Health Organization defines social determinants of health (SDoH) as “the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age…shaped by the distribution of money, power and resources at global, national and local levels.” As much as we want health to be a simple formula – eat healthy, move more – be healthy, a single factor often does not determine a health outcome; rather, there are a number of physical, social, behavioral, environmental and other factors to consider. My guest for this episode is doctor Bruce Sherman. Bruce currently serves medical director for the Cone Heal...
2020-08-0448 min
Banned BiographiesThe Scream - The Spellbinding Siouxsie and the BansheesIt was Malcolm McLaren who provided Susan Ballion and Steven Bailey the opportunity to form a band when he asked if they knew any bands who might want to support the Sex Pistols at the 100 Club at his Punk Festival on 16 September 1976 as an act had pulled out at the last minute. "To say no would have been impossible".
Ballion had already renamed herself Siouxsie Sioux by this time and Bailey (though known as Steve Spunker at that first gig) soon chose the stage name of Steven Severin. The early Banshees played an improvised 24 minute r...
2020-07-313h 05
The Growth CollectiveDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Mini-Series - What is implicit bias?It’s natural for humans to make judgements and have bias. Implicit bias is an unconscious association, belief or attitude toward any social group. Unfortunately, implicit bias can lead to false assumptions and stereotyping. Organizations and their leaders can mitigate the effects of implicit bias, beginning with the recruiting and hiring process and continuing through the intentional training and strategies to raise aware and address bias directly. My guest for the third episode this 3 part series focused on DE&I is Gary Abernathy, Vice President and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Practice Lead at March & McLennan Agency. Named by Corp! Magazine in...
2020-07-1524 min
The Growth CollectiveDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Mini-Series - Inclusive LeadershipMy way or the highway leadership is likely to be a practice of the past in the most successful organizations. Those organizations have learned through experience – there are many ways to get something done and more minds often lead to better outcomes for all involved. This episode focuses on the concept of inclusive leadership – what it looks like and how it can benefit your organization. My guest for the second episode this 3 part series focused on DE&I is Gary Abernathy, Vice President and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Practice Lead at March & McLennan Agency. Named by Corp! Magazine in 2019 as Divers...
2020-07-1522 min
The Growth CollectiveDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Mini-Series - Understanding the basicsCulture & diversity, equity and inclusion go hand-in-hand. Those organizations that invest in DE&I are more likely to be thriving because their employees are thriving. Specifically, organizations that have taken these steps to focus on DE&I are experiencing increased employee engagement, financial performance, and reduced turnover. My guest for the first episode this 3 part series focused on DE&I is Gary Abernathy, Vice President and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Practice Lead at March & McLennan Agency. Named by Corp! Magazine in 2019 as Diversity Leader of the Year, Gary has over fifteen years in the employee development and training field and un...
2020-07-1537 min
The Growth CollectiveThe Power of Adaptation as a Resiliency ToolWe need to change with the change...wise words from an individual who has been teaching individuals how to manage stress and maintain resilience for nearly 40 years. Adaption and recognizing the opportunities within this experience for personal evolution and growth are key to coping with the stress. This episode features Brian Luke Seaward, one of the foremost experts in the field of stress management and a pioneer in the fields of mind-body-spirit healing and corporate health promotion. He has authored more than twelve books, including the classic best sellers, Stand Like Mountain, Flow Like Water, The Art o...
2020-05-0648 min
The Growth CollectiveMotivation Science and Thriving Through a CoronavirusOne of the reasons a crisis is a crisis is because it threatens the three psychological needs required to thrive. Mastering your motivation enables you to create choice, connection, and competence—and rise above real and imagined threats posed by the COVID-19. My guest this episode, Susan Fowler is on a mission to help you learn the skill of motivation. In her latest book, "Master Your Motivation: Three Scientific Truths for Achieving Your Goals," she presents an evolutionary idea: motivation is a skill. Susan is the author of multiple books and articles including the best-selling "Self Leadership and Th...
2020-05-0650 min
The Growth CollectiveLeading with Resilience & Compassion during a Global CrisisHurricane Katrina, the Boston Marathon Bombing, the September 11 terror attacks, and COVID-19...what do they all have in common? More than we can imagine, beginning with the stress and ending with long-term impacts we can't yet see when it comes to the current pandemic. The other connection they have is the guest of this podcast, Bob VandePol. Bob is the leader who was called to guide teams through each of these crisis to help others lead with compassion and competence. Bob currently serves as Executive Director of Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services’ Employee Assistance and Church Assista...
2020-04-1541 minThe Growth CollectiveResiliency Boost: Connecting with Yourself in Troubled TimesChecking in with yourself is key to positive mental health through tough times. Check out this summary for a quick reminder on ways you can connect with yourself.
2020-04-0603 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: The Importance of Connecting with Yourself in Challenging Times with Mark OstachLong before a pandemic swept us up in a swirl of fear and negativity, much of the world was moving through life at a frenetic pace. And now, we’ve been forced to pause. While we are here, checking in with self, will be key to positively managing mental health through this time. My guest for this episode is Mark Ostach. Mark is on a mission to help professionals, teams, and leaders connect with themselves, each other, and their collective purpose by restoring energy to organizations battling modern life’s non-stop pace and growing sense of disconnection. In thi...
2020-04-0619 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: The Power of Guided Imagery with Gail PatricoloThe mind is a powerful healing tool. Using our imagination, we can visualize almost anything. By creating images in the mind, a person can reduce pain and symptoms associated with his or her condition. Studies have also shown that imagery can help to improve relaxation. Gail Patricolo has a graduate degree from Oakland University in Complementary Medicine and Wellness, has studied and worked in the area of integrative medicine, is a stress reduction expert, Reiki Master and a guided imagery specialist. Gail brings this expertise to this episode to help us better understand guided imagery - what i...
2020-04-0621 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Boost: Guided Imagery for Wellbeing in Troubling TimesSPECIAL EPISODE: This episode is not an interview. Rather it is a guided imagery session focused on relaxing and rejuvenation during challenging times. Be sure to find a comfortable place to sit or lay down while listening to this session. Feel free to listen daily and it’s okay to listen while falling asleep if that is the only time in your day that works for you. Guided Imagery created and narrated by Gail Patricolo Connect with Gail Patricolo Email: gailpatricolo@comcast.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gailelliottpatricolo/
2020-04-0616 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: Building Financial Stability with Jessica WillisAs if a global pandemic wasn't stressful enough, we are also trying to make sense of how all of this uncertainty, this closure of industries and economies, and market volatility (volatility in a mostly downward-dog direction) will impact our personal finances. This interview reminds us it is never too late to plan for uncertainty, even when the uncertainty has already begun. Jessica Willis brings nearly 20 years of financial industry experience to this episode. Thanks to an overly enthusiastic passion for helping people with their finances, Jessica’s on a mission to demystify and democratize financial planning through her...
2020-04-0625 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: Eating Well @ Home with Molly GreenHealthy nutrition is key to overall wellbeing. Healthy eating can boost immunity, improve mood and help you manage weight. Eating well can be tough under normal circumstances. Eating well when you are limiting trips to the grocery store or feeding a family on a limited budget is a whole new challenge. Registered Dietitian and mom of 3, Molly Green, shares ideas for stretching out time between trips to the grocery store and spending wisely on nutritious food. Beyond advice on making wise, healthy food purchases, Molly highlights how to avoid overeating and take advantage of this unique opportunity t...
2020-04-0627 min
The Growth CollectiveResilency Boost: Anton Babushkin on Taking Action to Shift Your MindsetStuck in a negative mindset? Listen to this quick summary of actions you can take to do a mindset reset.
2020-04-0203 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: Anton Babushkin on The Power of Communication With Ourselves and OthersSocial distancing may be keeping you away from spending time with your co-workers and friends. However, if you live with family, the coronavirus may be having the opposite effect on your family time. Family time 24/7, in addition to feeling as if you cannot control much of what’s going on around you is a recipe for individual and relationship stress. My guest for this episode is Anton Babushkin. Psychoanalyst and entrepreneur, Anton is the CEO of Wellness Psychotherapy. In this episode, Anton shares tips on the power of effective communication in healthy relationships. We also touch upon how t...
2020-04-0225 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Boost: Proactively Managing the Trauma of COVID-19Self-care is key to preparing for and surviving the challenges life throws your way. Angela Moore reminds us of essential actions you can take to care for yourself.
2020-04-0203 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: Angela Moore on Proactively Managing the Trauma of COVID19That feeling you have been feeling...just might be what it feels like to experience trauma. New ways of interacting, cut off from activities and people we enjoy, dealing with daily change...all while the world is fighting a war on a virus. Trauma occurs in many ways, often unconsciously. Recognizing the reality is the beginning. Taking steps to manage your exposure and response to stress are key. My guest for this episode is Angela Moore. Angela’s passion is inspiring and motivating others to overcome the obstacles to their success using her expertise as a NASM Maste...
2020-04-0223 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Boost: Davin Salvagno and the Power of PurposeIndividual purpose is a powerful motivator. Check out this summary on the power of purpose in challenging times.
2020-04-0107 minThe Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: Davin Salvagno on the Power of Individual Purpose in Challenging TimesResearch has demonstrated having a self-transcendent purpose builds resilience, helps with emotional self-regulation, and may even boost immunity. Challenging times throughout history have led many to rise above and accomplish great things. It starts with pressing pause and asking how we can help by sharing our gifts with your family, friends...maybe the world. Davin Salvagno has spent nearly two decades serving in various leadership roles in finance, HR, operations, and marketing with Fortune 500 companies. His insights and talks have helped organizations across the country inspire their people and positively impact performance. In the episode, Davin’s rele...
2020-03-3118 min
The Growth CollectiveBoost Session: MoveWell @ Home with Sherry McLaughlinNeed a quick reminder of the steps you can take to move well and reduce body pain? Check out this short summary from Sherry McLaughlin.
2020-03-3104 min
The Growth CollectiveResiliency Series: MoveWell @ Home with Sherry McLaughlinThe human body is designed to move. Working in a new or unusual workspace can strain the body and to lead to pain. Regardless of where you are working, there are steps you can take to avoid pain and possibly eliminate it all together. The star of this episode is Sherry McLaughlin, founder of the Michigan Institute for Human Performance. Sherry explains the 5 key facts about your body's design and how movement is key to avoiding pain and feeling good. Connect with Sherry McLaughlin Email: smclaughlin@mihp.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in...
2020-03-3123 min
The Growth CollectiveKristen Holt & Danielle Crane Part 1: Remixing the American Dream at Greenpath Financial WellnessFinancial wellness is essential to overall health and wellbeing. Greenpath Financial Wellness understands thriving team members are key to accomplishment of their mission - to empower people to lead financially healthy lives and remix the American Dream so it works for everyone. Each team member’s dream matters and making a difference in the world starts with taking great care of the Greenpath team so they can be there for those they serve. My guests for this episode are Kristen Holt, CEO of Financial Wellness and Danielle Crane, former Chief Talent Officer at Greenpath. As CEO, Kristen is p...
2020-03-2754 min
The Growth CollectiveJeff Jamerino: The Power of ESOPs to Drive EngagementThe number of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) have expanded since they were established as qualified retirement plans in 1974. ESOPs can benefit both the organization and employees including team members receiving significant retirement benefits at no monetary cost to the employee. Research shows ESOP companies are more productive, faster growing, more profitable and have lower turnover. My guest for this episode is Jeff Jamerino, President and CEO Superior Electric Great Lakes Company. Jeff led conversion of the organization from a single shareholder to a 100% ESOP which has had a profound impact on the success of the organization an...
2020-03-2747 min
The Growth CollectiveThe Growth CollectiveWhat do a forest and an organization have in common? In this episode, we explore culture in metaphor. Trees and humans have a lot in common... to thrive they must be surrounded by supportive and enabling conditions. Listen to learn more about the similarities between a healthy productive forest and a healthy organizational culture and the key elements of creating a culture to support employee thriving. If you enjoyed this episode and want to continue learning with me, subscribe and stay in the loop. You can also connect with me through LinkedIn at susanmbailey ...
2020-03-0413 min
The Growth CollectiveRob Dube: How Small Efforts to Care for Employees Add up in Big WaysJust as diversity is essential to the health and wellbeing of a forest ecosystem, a comprehensive approach to caring for employees that includes a myriad of strategies is key to building a thriving workforce. For the last 28 years, Rob has served as President and Co-founder of imageOne, ranked as one of the Top 25 Small Businesses in America on the 2017 list of Forbes Small Giants. Throughout Rob’s entrepreneurial journey, he’s developed an unwavering passion for delivering the X - genuine care that consistently drives extraordinary energy, actions and experiences to every one, every day, every...
2020-03-0447 min
DumTeeDum - A show about BBC Radio's 'The Archers'DTD: 315 Its all about money, Roifield is righter than right!Listen to the Dumteedum podcast here https://dumteedum.com/Join us on Twitter https://twitter.com/dumteedumJoin us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thearcherstw...Join us on the Flick App https://flick.group/dumteedumWe would like to thank the following for their support on Patreon.Alasdair KingAlison FaheyAlison KirbyAllison HartleyAmanda HartAmy NorrisAndrew HornAndy BentAngelaAnn CharlesAnna...
2020-02-121h 37
Indulge In The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Heart-Pounding!In the Embers by Jerry Stearns, Brian PricePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/250302to listen full audiobooks.
Title: In the Embers
Series: Part of The Great Northern Audio Theatre Collection
Author: Jerry Stearns, Brian Price
Narrator: Edwin Strout, Robin Miles, A Full Cast
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 2 hours 39 minutes
Release date: December 8, 2015
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.67 of Total 3
Genres: Police & Detective
Publisher's Summary:
IN THE EMBERSAn Independent Feature-Length Audio Drama by Brian Price and Jerry Stearns Length: 215 minutes (3 hours, 35 minutes, 50 seconds) Authors: Brian Price; Jerry Stearns Narrators (in this order): Edwin Strout, Robin Miles, Olivia DuFord, Dawn Krosnowski, Gordon Smuder, Susanne Becker, Tom Joyal, Charlie Meitzner, Dean J...
2015-12-082h 39
Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveIn the Embers by Jerry Stearns, Brian PricePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/250302 to listen full audiobooks. Title: In the Embers Series: Part of The Great Northern Audio Theatre Collection Author: Jerry Stearns, Brian Price Narrator: Edwin Strout, Robin Miles, A Full Cast Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 2 hours 39 minutes Release date: December 8, 2015 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.67 of Total 3 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: IN THE EMBERSAn Independent Feature-Length Audio Drama by Brian Price and Jerry Stearns Length: 215 minutes (3 hours, 35 minutes, 50 seconds) Authors: Brian Price; Jerry Stearns Narrators (in this order): Edwin Strout, Robin Miles, Olivia DuFord, Dawn Krosnowski, Gordon Smuder, Susanne Becker, Tom Joyal, Charlie Meitzner, D...
2015-12-0803 min
Peddlin' Jazztronica!DJs Chorizo Funk & Chicken George - Record Store Day 2014 Vinyl Mix<img src="https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/93/f8/37/cgpodcast20902/3000x3000_9491857.jpg" alt="itunes pic" /><br />The second edition of the special collaboration between Austin, TX based DJs Chorizo Funk & Chicken George. Over 70 minutes of all vinyl selections spanning a variety of genres to celebrate vinyl culture and commemorate Record Store Day! We hope you enjoy!
DJ Chorizo Funk Mix
1. Kings Go Forth - High On Your Love
2. Carl Carlton - Don't Walk Away
3. Erykah Badu - Honey (DJ Day Remix)
4. J Rawls presents The Liquid Crystal Project - A Tribute To...
2014-04-191h 14