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Family Tree Food StoriesSourdough: Living Truths, History, Stories - Sweet & SourThe Art, Science, History, and Stories of Sourdough: From the Start to NowIn this episode of Family Tree, Food & Stories, we’re rising to a new level with sourdough. What began as an accidental blend of flour and water over 4,500 years ago, sourdough has evolved into a global obsession—and in this episode, Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely delve into the rich story of how it all started and its subsequent expansion. From ancient Egyptian brewing methods to quirky pandemic starter names like “Twinkle,” which have been shared around the world, this discussion dishes up wild...2025-07-3126 min
Soul Level HumanWhat If Your Calling Isn’t in the Career Books? | Heather Eck on Synesthesia, Spiritual Responsibility, and Turning Art, Coaching, and Therapy Into Soul WorkSend us a textWe explore what it means to fully step into your spiritual calling with Heather Eck, an intuitive artist who creates spirit portraits that serve as mirrors of her clients' energy and maps for healing.• Former corporate HR leader turned energy worker who discovered her gifts were there all along• Experiences synesthesia which allows her to see sound as colors, shapes, and movement• Received cosmic guidance when she got a promotion and first art show on the same day• Uses her gifts to create intuitive paintings that reflect people's current...2025-07-271h 01
Family Tree Food StoriesWhat To Do With Zucchini: From Door Drop to Crime Scene InvestigationHow to Manage an Onslaught of Zucchini and Still Enjoy It! In this episode, we take you into the garden of the mighty Zucchini. From its origins – it’s more interesting than you might think, why they were vital during WWII, to creating a mock apple pie with, yes, zucchini! There’s so much of it in the garden during the summer growing months that knowing what to do with Zucchini might include abandoning it on a neighbor’s porch – there’s a specific day for that, too. Oh, and don’t forget to listen to the...2025-07-2430 min
Family Tree Food StoriesHow Potato Chips Were "Born" Out of Spite, and Other Hidden Snack TreatsHow one insult created an entire snack industry, and weird recipes, history, and stories about the $32.2 billion American-born potato chip market. It's delicious! In this episode (#42) of Family Tree, Food & Stories, we’re biting into the crunchy taste of summer picnics and potato chips! Join us, Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely as we dip into some of the more interesting history, stories, and a few good recipes about one of our favorite snack foods – the actual American potato chip. Did you know that the first potato was the result of a snarky restaurant customer named Rocke...2025-07-1727 minSoul Level HumanPsychic in Combat: Navy Veteran Monica Lynne on the GATE Program, Navigating PTSD, and and Working as an Intuitive Weapon Inside a System That Denies It ExistsSend us a textMonica's TikTok - The video I referenced in the episode is this one.From elementary school "gifted program" testing to sensing mechanical failures in military helicopters, Monica Lynn's journey as a psychic in the Navy reveals a hidden world where intuitive abilities save lives and defy conventional understanding.At age ten, Monica was identified through what most knew as the GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) program. What she later discovered was shocking—these tests weren't measuring academic aptitude but psychic potential, specifically psychometry, the ability to read the energy of...2025-07-131h 11
Family Tree Food StoriesHave Fork will Travel: Vacation Food Finds, Delicious Detours and Tips.When Food Makes the Trip Worth It: Eat Well and Wander, or Travel OftenHave you ever been on a family road trip, staring out the car window, just waiting to see that giant Big Boy sign? You knew it meant one thing—burgers were coming, and they were going to be good.That’s what we, Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely, are talking about in this episode of Family Tree, Food & Stories. We’re going back to the days when food made vacations even more fun, from roadside diners and belly clams to tho...2025-07-1031 minSoul Level HumanYou Can’t Bypass the Chaos: Why Feeling Fully Human Is the Key to Your Superpower & Practical Tools for Moving Through It AllSend us a textHere's the Time article I talk about.Join the Lighthouse Priority List here.Listen to this episode for a practical roadmap and Rx for exactly where you're at on the feelings spectrum. Staying engaged is a requirement. It's the assignment. But that doesn't mean we have to ignore our human side and power through. Au contraire, mon ami.Episode Summary:You can feel sad and angry and still be in alignment with your soul's purpose. This radical truth serves as the foundation for...2025-07-0637 min
Family Tree Food StoriesJuly 4th: How Food Sparked More Than One Revolution and IndependenceWhat Do Hot Dogs, Rum, molasses, and a 250-year-old piece of meat have to do with Independence Day?This isn’t your grade school history lesson. This is the Family Tree Food & Stories Independence Day (or July 4th) holiday episode. In this show, Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely take a big bite into the real reasons we celebrate with pie-eating contests, backyard grilling, hot dogs, and enough fireworks that, yes, have their own food origins. In this show, you’ll also learn how food has sparked more than one revolution, and how our early colonial forefathers might have...2025-07-0331 minSoul Level HumanPayton Dale on Soul Styling, Radical Visibility, and Not Judging a Book by Its CoverSend us a textNashville based celebrity stylist Peyton Dale's journey into "soul styling" began from an unexpected place of personal struggle. At 14, she started secretly experimenting with vintage fashion while presenting a completely different persona at her Southern high school. After years of battling eating disorders and body image issues, she made a pivotal decision on her 16th birthday to finally show up as her authentic self—even when it got her sent home for dress code violations.Fast forward to 2023, and Peyton has transformed this hard-won self-acceptance into a thriving career styling everyone fr...2025-06-291h 20Soul Level HumanReclaiming Power After Collapse: Survivor & Witch Alison Mae Byrne on Nervous System Healing, United States Law, and the Collective ReckoningSend us a textWhat happens when the external stability you've been chasing for a decade suddenly collapses? In this raw and illuminating conversation with Allison May Byrne, we explore the profound awakening that can emerge from life's most disorienting moments.Allison shares her journey from domestic violence survivor to law professional to spiritual guide, revealing how her shocking termination the day after taking the bar exam shattered her illusion of external security. "We cannot rely on the external to be our foundation," she realizes. "We're going to be our own foundation." This wisdom couldn't...2025-06-1554 min
Breakup to BlessingHow Your Past Can Hold You Back From Being in a Healthy RelationshipHave you ever found yourself stuck in the same relationship patterns, even when you know better? Or wondered why certain triggers in love feel so intense—like you’re reliving something old? In this episode, I explore how unresolved past experiences—especially from childhood and previous relationships—can quietly shape the way we show up in love. From emotional triggers to attachment styles, I unpack the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways our past can get in the way of building safe, fulfilling connections. We’ll talk about: The hidden patterns that often go unnoticed Why your nervo...2025-06-0819 minSoul Level HumanDr. Katie Rose Brings Soul to Medicine for 2025: The Integration of A Fertility Doctor's Spiritual AwakeningSend us a textYou can find Dr. Katie here:https://www.instagram.com/drkatierose/https://brilliantfertility.com/Her FREE 3 day fertility workshop starts June 12!Sign up here:https://brilliantfertility.com/3-day-virtual-retreatDr. Katie Rose's journey from conventional medicine to soul-led fertility practice began with her own health crisis at age 20. When a nurse secretly pulled her aside and whispered "you need to see a naturopathic doctor," Katie's life changed forever. Despite being on track for traditional medical school...2025-06-081h 06
Serve First, Sell Later Marketing#77 Don’t Sell Services. Sell the Feeling After.Send us a textIn a world full of noise, facts don’t build trust – feelings do. In this powerful episode, Sylvia Garibaldi breaks down how professionals can cut through the clutter by creating emotional resonance in their marketing. She reveals how small, authentic cues — what she calls “soft authority signals” — quietly build credibility and turn browsers into buyers. You’ll learn how to move your messaging from “here’s what I do” to “here’s how you’ll feel after working with me.” Whether you're struggling to connect with your audience or just want to bring more calm confidence into your...2025-05-2928 minSoul Level HumanFrom Dying for Sex to Living with Spirit: Nikki Boyer On Soul Sisterhood, Grief Alchemy, and Signs from the Other SideSend us a textNikki Boyer is an Emmy Award-winning host, actress, and the creator of Dying for Sex — the wildly beloved Wondery podcast that's now the hit FX series starring Michelle Williams and Jenny Slate. But at the heart of that story is something deeper: Nikki’s relationship with her real-life soul sister, Molly, and how it deepens through life, death, and beyond.In this conversation, Nikki and I drop into the sacred, messy terrain of grief, death, and the magic that lingers long after someone we love leaves the physical. We t...2025-05-2559 minSoul Level HumanAlign with Your Soul to Unlock Your Highest Timeline: Jenni Finley on Soul Contracts, Trusting the Signs, and Turning Your Calling into a Soul Level BusinessSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Jenni Finley, the energetic force behind Business by Design. You may know her fiancé and my business coach, James Wedmore, from last season’s episode. But today, Jenni shares the magic behind the scenes of the seven figure business they run together, the life they now share, and how courageous alignment unlocks your highest timeline.If you’ve ever wondered how to bridge spiritual tools with real-world results—this one’s for you.No gatekeeping: You’ll find all the ways to connect wit...2025-05-181h 05Soul Level HumanFrom Sleep Demons to Dog Angels: A Conversation with Grace Chon About Power, Purpose, and Soul WorkSend us a textCommercial animal photographer, akashic records reader, certified hypnotist, and animal communicator Grace Chon returns to the Soul Level Human podcast for an update about everything that's happened over the last year.Sleep paralysis. Spoon bending. Demons in dreams and dogs that see through the veil. Oh, and motherhood in 2025! This isn’t your average friend hang—it’s a raw, soul-deep convo about claiming your power, protecting your energy, and waking the hell up to who you really are. We talk lucid dreaming, spiritual boundaries, soul contra...2025-05-111h 13
The Mother You Know. The Woman You Don't.Sylvia, Dorcas & Lydia...Not Every Martha Can HostIn this episode, the hosts reflect on the challenges of content creation, the importance of taking breaks, and the misconceptions about perfection in faith. They discuss the significance of personal ministry, trusting God through uncertainty, and the role of faith in everyday life. The conversation touches on navigating chaos, divine intervention, and the value of community support in spiritual growth. Through personal stories and reflections, they highlight the diverse ways faith manifests and the deeper meaning of tithing as an act of worship.2025-04-0358 min
LOVE RECONNECTORThe Real Reason You Can’t Stop Overthinking (And How To Fix It)🎙️ Episode: Why Your Mind Won’t Stop Racing (And How to Find Peace)Your thoughts won’t stop. Your mind keeps running—worrying, overthinking, replaying conversations, imagining worst-case scenarios. And no matter how much you tell yourself to calm down, your brain doesn’t listen.Sound familiar?I get it. I’ve been there too. But let me tell you this—there’s nothing wrong with you. Your mind isn’t broken. It’s just too good at protecting you. The problem is, it’s acting like a fire alar...2025-03-2819 min
Ladies Talkin’ LeafsCan the Leafs Match Tavares’ Steady Game When It Matters Most?There are now only 12 games remaining for the Leafs in this 2024-2025 NHL season!
In this episode of Leafs Quick Hits, we take a look at the Leafs' recent games, vs the Flames, Avs, Rangers and Preds, after what was for the most part, a positive week! There were excellent performances across the whole lineup, which highlighted to us the need for consistency, as they close out the season.
Speaking of consistency, the Buds have a great role model in John Tavares who for 7 years running has scored at least 30 goals! His 5 points in 4 games, i...2025-03-2632 min
Boss LeapHow Betting On Yourself Can Make A Difference With Jennifer WilliamsBetting on yourself can be the key to unlocking your full potential, and Jennifer Williams is a shining example of what that can look like. She joins Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker for an inspiring conversation about mentorship, community, and the power of betting on yourself. Jennifer shares how the incredible women in her life instilled a deep sense of self-reliance and resourcefulness, igniting her entrepreneurial spirit and helping her navigate the beautiful chaos of motherhood. Tune in to discover how Jennifer's journey of personal growth and her commitment to building a supportive network have shaped her...2025-03-0556 min
Supper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Chicago Chefs Cook and Ukrainian WarThe world looked on in shock three years ago as Russian bombs began killing and injuring the people of Ukraine. Thousands flooded the borders to escape with little or nothing but their lives. As photographs and videos emerged, a group of Chicago chefs got together to figure out a way to do what they do best, start cooking and feeding the thousands of refugees. In an extraordinary effort, Chicago chefs Tony Priolo and Sarah Stegner organized an effort with incredible speed and efficiency and took it to the war zone. In this special episode, Supper with Sylvia partners with Rota...2025-02-2727 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Pastry Chef Casey Doody - Life is what you bake itChicago Pastry Chef Casey Doody isn't shy about letting her dreams pave the way. Known for her Sky High Key Lime Pie and Focaccia Fridays, she's built a reputation for creating the sweet treats that top off any celebration. Doody worked her craft in Dallas, New York City and Chicago's best restaurants, private clubs and fine hotels and now finds herself at a crossroads in a whole new journey. In this episode of Supper with Sylvia, Chef Casey talks about her dream to be a Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader and how it eventually led down the path to success and li...2025-02-1351 min
The Hollow Bunny Leadership Podcast43. Bison Walk into a SnowstormOur episode begins with Sylvia offering meditation advice that Kristen can get behind, and along the way we learn that bison walk into a snowstorm because they instinctively know they'll get through it faster that way. 2025-01-3151 minThe Hollow Bunny Leadership Podcast43. Bison Walk into a SnowstormOur episode begins with Sylvia offering meditation advice that Kristen can get behind, and along the way we learn that bison walk into a snowstorm because they instinctively know they'll get through it faster that way. 2025-01-3151 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Let's Go to Pizza SchoolWant to learn how to make the perfect pizza pie? Look no further than the North American Pizza and Culinary Academy of Lisle, Illinois. Every year, Chef Anthony Iannone shares the secrets from the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli in Italy with fellow chefs and novices alike. Roman, deep dish, thin crust, Detroit, sliced or squared, Chef Anthony and his team are the dough virtuosos for anyone wanting to dig deep into the history of the greatest loved and one of the oldest culinary creations on earth. Hope you enjoy this episode of Supper with Sylvia!SHOW NOTES:Nor...2025-01-3041 min
Family Tree Food StoriesA 36 Year Hunt For the Perfect Cake: Can you help us solve this mystery?How Our Hunt For The BEST Cake Keeps Us on The Road!🥕 What if a single bite could change your life? In this Family Tree, Food & Stories episode, you’re invited to join Nancy and Bob on a 36-year quest to rediscover the flavor that made their wedding day even more sweet. A delicious and magical carrot cake from a special bakery in Fairfield, Connecticut, their quest to recreate that perfect bite has taken them from New York to Florida, California to Canada, and beyond. Their quest has done more than taking these two on shunpike road trips. ...2025-01-3006 minLadies Talkin’ LeafsLeafs Weekly Quick Hits: Toronto Coming Off a Meh Week | Can They Bounce Back Before the Break?After another great showcase vs the Lightning on Amazon Prime Hockey, it ended up being a pretty forgettable week for the Leafs!
In this quick hits episode, we look at the week's games vs the afore mentioned Tampa Bay Lightning, the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Ottawa Senators, and discuss how the Leafs managed to turn a great start, into a pretty meh week overall, squandering a chance to take 2 divisional games, and losing to a couple of opponents that they could meet in the first round if things continue to track as they have been.
2025-01-2934 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Ever's Michael Muser on the Banchet AwardsEvery year Chicago restaurant insiders gather for the annual Jean Banchet Awards. Named after the legend behind the famed Le Francias Restaurant in suburban Wheeling, the honor recognizes original talent behind Chicago's most loved establishments, touching on pizza, pastries, fine wine and great neighborhood joints. Its most enthusiastic supporter and master of ceremony this year is Michael Muser of the Michelin starred "Ever." In this episode of Supper with Sylvia, Muser promises the January 26th event will be a night to remember. SHOW NOTES:thebanchetawards.comever-restaurant.comThis episode is produced by J...2025-01-1620 minServe First, Sell Later Marketing#57 Rebranding Made SimpleSend us a textIn this episode, host Sylvia Garibaldi dives into how professionals can successfully reinvent themselves. Sylvia shares practical tips and inspiring ideas to help listeners redefine their professional roles or add a new service, use their past experiences to their advantage, and confidently make career changes. Whether it's updating your online profiles or forming new partnerships, this episode offers everything you need to rebrand yourself!Resources:Feeling stuck about how to grow your practice, book a free strategy call here.#3 Unleashing the Giant: The Untapped Power of Referral Partnerships#6 Pivoting with Purpose...2025-01-0929 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Phil Vettel, Acclaimed Chicago Tribune Restaurant CriticAn era ended in 2021 when acclaimed restaurant critic Phil Vettel retired from the Chicago Tribune. Behind the shadowy figure in his by-line, Vettel brought the tastes of a diverse and vibrant culinary landscape to thousands of loyal readers for 31 years. In this episode of Supper with Sylvia, Vettel details the modes operandi he used to keep his identity a secret to the hundreds of restaurants he visited during his storied tenure, and how the game changed with the explosion of social media. Phil Vettel is a true Chicago legend and we hope you enjoy this episode.Show note...2025-01-0255 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia- Chicago Handshake-Josh Noel on MalortMalort, for many the word alone brings a shiver through the spine or warm nostalgia for a cold night in a Chicago tavern. This gulp of bitterness harkens back to its Swedish roots of vodka and wormwood and has been described as just about the worst tasting liqueur on the bar room shelf. Like kale and Brussels sprouts, Malort has been around for decades, it's just recently that a whole new generation of Chicagoans and now Americans across the country have embraced it. Sales are booming. On this episode of Supper with Sylvia, Josh Noel, author and former Chicago Tr...2024-12-1933 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Al Roker, Cooking up a StormHe's been a household name for decades and the guy millions of Americans wake up to every morning on NBC's Today Show. But Al Roker is more than the beloved weatherman, he's a prolific author of fiction, non fiction and cookbooks. His latest is a labor of love, a tasty collection of cherished family recipes meticulously tested and detailed with the passion and enthusiasm of his co author daughter Courtney Roker Laga. From pancakes to shrimp and grits, Al calls these Roker Family recipes easy memory making dishes for every occasion. Supper with Sylvia is produced by Jane S...2024-12-0530 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Chef Bill Kim, Influence from Korea to ChicagoChef Bill Kim is the culinary force behind Urbanbelly restaurant in Chicago and The Table at Crate in Oak Brook, a collaboration with Crate and Barrel. Born in Seoul, Korea and raised in Chicago, Chef Kim graduated from Kendall College and immersed himself early in his career alongside the renowned chef Charlie Trotter. In 2008, he opened Urbanbelly in Chicago's Wicker Park Neighborhood. He's the author of “Korean BBQ: Master Your Grill in Seven Sauces,” which earned a James Beard finalist nomination. Recently, Chef Kim and his restaurant team launched four new eateries in Seoul, South Korea and is widely know as...2024-11-2144 min
The Family Histories PodcastS08EP02 - 'The Twin' with Sylvia ValentineAndrew meets genealogist and Chair of the Register of Qualified Genealogists, Sylvia Valentine. He hears about how she got hooked on researching family history, her love of life-long learning and research, and her opinions on the terrifying workhouses!THE LIFE STORY - NAOMI HAWARTH Sylvia has chosen to tell the life story of her Gt Grandmother, Naomi Hawarth, who was born as a twin, but was the only one of the two to survive. She was not the only twin to her parents, or to outlive a twin sister...2024-11-1249 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Saffron-Heray Spice-Seasons of ChangeTop chefs use top quality ingredients, that's the premise Mohammad Salehi is counting on in building his growing Chicago business, Heray Spice. Salehi comes from a long line of Afghani farmers who have spent generations cultivating delicate saffron threads that add distinct flavor, aroma and color to the finest dishes. It's a long road from the saffron fields of war weary Afghanistan to Chicago, but so far Mohammed Salehi is proving that adversity and perseverance is the perfect combination for success. The Show Notes:Heray SpiceFor recipes and more information see herayspice.com2024-11-0730 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia-Chef Art Smith, a Chicago TreasureChicagoan of the Year, Executive Chef, Humanitarian and Hall of Famer are just a few of the accolades bestowed upon Art Smith. Most people know he got his start as Oprah Winfrey's personal chef and skyrocketed into the culinary world cooking meals for presidents, princesses and heads of state. Chef Art is often described as a celebrity himself, but there's no doubt he's most comfortable in the kitchen providing much needed food and warmth for thousands of people trapped in the unforgiving circumstances that come with poverty, natural disasters and war. The Show NotesChef Art Smit...2024-10-2444 minSupper with Sylvia Perez - Chicago's Foodie PodcastSupper with Sylvia #1 Chicago Foodies ChatMonica Eng and Audarshia Townsend are veteran journalists who've been covering the Chicago food and restaurant scene for years. In this inaugural episode of Supper with Sylvia, these two foodies reveal some of the city's hidden gems and discuss how the culinary landscape has evolved since the great pandemic of 2020.The Show Notes:Read more from Monica Eng at Axios.com and listen to her podcast "Chewing" with the Chicago Tribune's Louisa Chu. Audarshia Townsend is the Content Director for SupplySide Food and Beverage Journal and Informa Markets' 2024 Star Storyteller Winner.Supper with...2024-10-2444 min