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Career Sparks with ValVal & Monica Matei on career design, belonging as an expat, and creating meaningful experiences.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val, host Val talks to Monica Matei, Experience Designer and Founder of Ceremonica, whose powerful events invite people—especially expats—to explore identity, belonging, and transformation through intentional connection.Monica shares how creating The Foreigner’s Journey helped her reclaim her own story as an expat—and why experiences have the power to change how we relate, not only to others but also to ourselves.Key takeaways:Experience design is emotional architecture: it’s about intentionally shaping how people feel, not just what they do.The exp...2025-05-0740 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Luca Brogin on growth mindset, thriving internationally and leading through change.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val ✨, host Val reconnects with Luca Brogin, Learning and Development Lead Europe at Allianz Technology, to trace his remarkable career journey across industries, countries, and functions.Starting from a background in finance, Luca has transitioned through media and now leadership development and upskilling in the fast-paced world of fintech. Together, they explore how to thrive in times of change, especially as an expat navigating different cultures.Key takeaways:Career pivots are more common and possible than ever: you don’t need to sta...2025-04-3043 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Maria Askew on creative leadership, celebrating diversity and working across disciplines.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val ✨, host Val sits down with Maria Askew, Head of the MA in Theatre for Community and Education at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London.Maria is a multi-hyphenate creative: director, facilitator, performer, writer, and educator. They explore Maria’s journey from performer to purpose-driven educator, how she integrates her skills across disciplines, and what it means to lead with creativity in a diverse community.Key takeaways:Theatre as a tool for change: when used in facilitation and education, theatre becomes a powerf...2025-04-2343 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Jesse Edge on career reinvention, continuous learning and the importance of a positive mindset.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val ✨, host Val sits down with Jesse Edge, Sales Engineer at Tattile and Co-Founder & Co-Owner of DJM Sports Management.Former professional footballer turned sales professional, he talks about his transition out of sport, adapting to new cultures, and how mindset and curiosity have fueled his second career.Key takeaways:Transferable skills are real: how you can still transfer your existing skills from fields that may appear very different, such as sports and office work.Adapting to new cultures: what to keep in mind when facing...2025-04-1645 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Giulia Scialino on finding creativity, managing difficult conversations, and embracing career change.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val ✨, host Val chats with her best friend Giulia Scialino, Senior Global Content Marketing Strategist at Velux, to talk about navigating a career in content, transitioning from leadership to individual contributor roles, and managing difficult conversations at work. Giulia shares how she built her career from student assistant to Head of Content, her experience working internationally, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.Key Takeaways:Transitioning from leadership back to individual contributor: how to navigate this shift and what you...2025-04-0942 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Luca Nexø Malpiedi on sales careers, growing up internationally and millennial work culture.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val✨, host Val sits down with Luca Nexø Malpiedi, Head of Revenue at TechOps Services, to talk about his journey through international moves, career growth in sales, and the evolution of leadership and work culture.They discuss the changing perception of sales, the decision to pursue leadership vs. staying an individual contributor, and how work culture has shifted across generations.Key takeaways:Growing up internationally: Luca’s international upbringing shaped his adaptability, resilience, and leadership style, influencing his caree...2025-04-0242 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Simone Engbo Hansen on solopreneurship, leadership and career evolution.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val ✨, host Val chats with Simone Engbo Hansen, Global Content Lead at Precis, who shares her journey from studying rhetoric to becoming a content marketing leader.They discuss career evolution, leadership, solopreneurship, and finding purpose at work.Key takeaways:Know yourself: self-awareness is key to understanding what career path suits you best—whether as a leader, specialist, or entrepreneur.Solopreneurship isn't for everyone: while it offers freedom, it also comes with uncertainty, pressure, and financial fluctuations.Leadership requires balance: managing people isn’t just...2025-03-2644 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Mohammad Kolahdouzan on pivoting careers as an expat and the power of networking.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val✨, host Val chats with Mohammad Kolahdouzan, about his journey from hospitality to tech, career transitions, and the challenges of building a career as an expat in Denmark.They discuss navigating uncertainty, the power of networking, and what it truly means to step into leadership.Key Takeaways:Reinventing your career is possible: by identifying transferable skills and strategically networking, Mo successfully transitioned from hospitality to customer success.Networking is key: building relationships, attending events, and using LinkedIn opened doors for Mo in a...2025-03-1943 min
Career Sparks with ValVal & Patricia Iordache on meaningful work, career exploration and expat drive.In this episode of Career Sparks with Val✨, host Val chats with Patricia Iordache, Senior Manager at Velux, about her journey from Romania to Denmark, career transitions, and what it takes to thrive as an expat in the workplace.They discuss the pressure of proving oneself as an expat, the importance of choosing a fulfilling career, and why taking risks is essential for growth.Key takeaways:The expat drive: living abroad fosters resilience, ambition, and a strong desire to succeed. Expats often feel the need to prove themselves, but th...2025-03-1244 min
Career Sparks with ValTrailer: Career Sparks with ValWelcome to Career Sparks with Val✨: Real conversations with international millennials building purposeful careers. I’m your host, Valeria Kadelski—but you can call me Val.I’m a career coach helping professionals like you to build careers that truly light them up.This podcast is for ambitious international millennials who want to hear real, inspiring stories from people who’ve built meaningful careers across borders. Together, we’ll uncover the lessons, strategies, and sparks of inspiration that can help you create a career and life you truly love.Ready to ig...2025-03-0300 min
educated but confused"The Guts and the Will" with Val SotoIn this episode, Avery and Yassine catch up with Val, one of the original hosts of educated but confused who co-founded the show with them before leaving last year after completing his Master’s in Neuroscience at the University of Iowa. Val is now teaching at Southern Oregon University, and we dive into his journey and all the new directions he’s taken in life and work since stepping away from academia.We start off strong with Yassine's thought-provoking question: What are Val’s views on the gut microbiome, and how does it impact brain function, free will...2024-11-1332 min
Practically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family220 Creating Connection- Val and Abby talk Mentoring and Being MentoredDo you long for more meaningful relationships for your family? Is it difficult for you or your kids to build new and deeper connections with others? The entire family can benefit from the principles in this episode. Especially you, your teens, college students, and adult children will get a lot of practical help. In episode 220 of the Practically Speaking MOM Podcast, Val Harrison and her college daughter Abby have a conversation about how to mentor those who are coming after us and how to find a mentor for us as well. You'll learn step by step how to build...2024-10-0727 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family216 Wholeness for Marriage and Family - Rich and Val - Clarity for the Mission of Parenthood, Part 5The Key to a Lasting Marriage and a Family that Heals, Mends, Rests, and Restores...episode 216, Operation Wholeness for Marriage and Family w/ Rich and Val, part 5 of Clarity for the Mission of Parenthood.This is the day! 32 years ago, we made a commitment to forever.We didn't know what all we were committing to, but that's kind of the point.The first half of the 32 years we didn't know how to do commitment from a place of nurturing one another, blessing one another, seeking each other's wholeness and health.The second half of...2024-06-0341 min
None Of This Is PlannedVal’s 50th BirthyayThis week, Val & John discuss Val’s birthday. Crawfish. John Renaissance festival outfit, yes, again. Val gets locked out of house. Over-drinking. Drinking milk while drunk. Dan the kooky karaoke-ing witch. Sleeping late and the various colors of noise. Back to the office days. Work loyalty. John sets a fire. Val came very close to disaster as a child. Work life balance. Dating. Compromising at our age. 2023-11-191h 00Practically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family207 Let's Get Real w/ Tiff and Val, Habits to ThriveEver wondered how to balance an organized home while raising kids? That's what we're chatting about this week with the delightful Tiffany Deschner, a mom of four who shares some helpful nuggets of wisdom with us about joy in the midst of housekeeping and enjoying quality time with her kids. "Let's Get Real w/ Tiff and Val" is an occasional series, this time it overlaps with our ongoing theme of Habits to Thrive - where everyday intentional moms share their habits to thrive with our listeners.In episode 207, we talk about the challenges of fostering productivity in...2023-11-0638 min
Norwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 4 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and WimbledonNext up in Al & Val's Norwich City series is the penultimate episode and it's the crazy gang from South London - Wimbledon FC.This week the chaps talk about the factors that made the Dons so successful and why they dominated the Canaries after both went up in 1986.We look back at the last meetings and Val's corporate day out at the National Hockey stadium watching Norwich grind out a 0,1 against 9 men.We cover the sad demise of Wimbledon and the controversial relocation.There's Ekuko, Francis, and gladiator's anchorman John Fashanu.2023-09-1836 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family193. Val as guest on the Mom Made Plans podcastEver feel challenged as a parent, trying to understand and connect with your children who have vastly different personalities than you? Guess what, you're not alone! Last week we had Guest Julie Redmond on the Practically Speaking MOM Podcast. This week, I join her on her podcast while you all listen in! Join me, Val Harrison, The Practically Speaking MOM when I was a guest on Julie Redmond's show, Mom Made Plans Podcast.We're pushing the parenting discourse beyond the conventional, delving into root parenting as a technique to tackle the heart of any issue our kids m...2023-07-1641 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family186. Family Communication OVERHAUL with Rich and ValIf your marriage or family is having trouble with healthy communication, this episode is here to help. We are vulnerable and transparent and have specific action steps to bring lasting change. Available on all the platforms or from my website PracticallySoeakingMOM.comWhat negative communication games are you playing in your family? We had several that needed to END FOR GOOD at our house several years ago. This is one of the most important changes we made for our family. Your family can do this too!! Rich and I also talk about the dangers of self-preservation in...2023-05-2918 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family180. Anxious, Worried, or Fearful child? Here's Help with Becca Hammond & Val HarrisonNo matter the age of your child/teen, there are ideas in this episode that can help you walk with them through anxiety, worry, fear, and also talking to your child about death or walking with them through the death of a loved one. In episode 180, we're talking a little bit about breastfeeding, a little about parenting multiples, and a lot about helping your child to deal with anxiety, worry, and fear. This is a powerful episode for peace in you and your child. Val Harrison, The Practically Speaking MOM, is joined by one of her...2023-04-1732 min
Val Full VolumeVal’s 5-Star Tips for Providing Exceptional Customer ServiceGet ready for a Val vent! In this podcast episode, Val shares her visit to a walk-in clinic for a check-up. Unfortunately, the service she received was far from satisfactory. But instead of just getting frustrated, Val used this experience as a teaching moment. As a service provider herself, Val knows that the customer experience […]2023-03-2100 minVal Full VolumeVal’s 5-Star Tips for Providing Exceptional Customer ServiceGet ready for a Val vent! In this podcast episode, Val shares her visit to a walk-in clinic for a check-up. Unfortunately, the service she received was far from satisfactory. But instead of just getting frustrated, Val used this experience as a teaching moment. As a service provider herself, Val knows that the customer experience […]2023-03-2100 min
Val Full VolumeVal's 5-Star Tips for Providing Exceptional Customer ServiceGet ready for a Val vent! In this podcast episode, Val shares her visit to a walk-in clinic for a check-up. Unfortunately, the service she received was far from satisfactory. But instead of just getting frustrated, Val used this experience as a teaching moment. As a service provider herself, Val knows that the customer experience should always be positive and hassle-free. So, listen up business owners! We should offer customers simple, standard service and information that can save them time and effort. And don't forget about good communication and follow-through, whether it's in-person or online.As coaches...2023-03-1915 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family175. Confident Kids/Teens, with Abby & ValGrowing Confident Kids and Confident Teens happens day by day, so let's get growing in episode 175! This is a great week to let your kids listen to this conversation between Val Harrison, The Practically Speaking MOM and one of her college-age kids Abby. Especially your middle schoolers, teens, and college kids will get a lot out of this episode. Moms with all ages of kids can get some great ideas to impact to confidence and success habits. This mom/daughter chat touches on volunteering, being proactive, learning how to network in life, realizing that you are always "building your br...2023-03-1335 min
Focus & Freedom for EntrepreneursFF182: Fortify Your Castle with Val LowIn this episode, Val Low shares about Fortifying Your Castle. What does it take to build something that’s solid and strong and serves you in your business and life. A castle is a great image of this. Whether it’s your business, your life, your team or your relationships. Fortify your castle and be the Queen or King that serves in a greater way. Links & Resources From This Episode: Learn more: Connect with Val Low More About Val Low Val Low is a MAP IT Creator & Brand S...2023-03-0714 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family173. Val & Guest Sasha Star Robertson chat about God-first living, self-care for moms, church hurt and the value of Christian communityPull up a chair, grab a cup of tea, and let's encourage one another in our worthy journey of motherhood. Today on the Practically Speaking MOM Podcast we meet fellow mom podcaster Sasha Star Robertson. We're talking about keeping a "God first" lifestyle, Sasha's take on self-care (it might not be what you expect), and we even take a bit of a dive into church hurt. Do you have a church hurt experience? Sasha did but she found community again and we're gonna talk about it. Meet our guest, Sasha Star Robertson. She is an Intentional Living & Bi...2023-02-2734 min
Val de Loire patrimoine mondialLes coulisses de l'inscription du Val de Loire au patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco (4/4) Dans ce dernier épisode, nous présentons enfin le dossier du Val de Loire au Comité du patrimoine mondial. Mais cela ne se passe pas tout à fait comme prévu.« Il m’a dit : "Je ne pensais pas qu’en posant cette question de centrale nucléaire, je déclencherais une guerre atomique". » C’est Jean Musitelli, ambassadeur de France auprès de l’Unesco, qui va porter désormais la candidature du Val de Loire devant le Comité du patrimoine mondial.Une candidature qui sera débattue, et finalement adoptée un an après, en 2000, après avoir pris soin d...2022-11-1015 minVal de Loire patrimoine mondialLes coulisses de l'inscription du Val de Loire au patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco (3/4)« Je crois que c’est parce que leur avis était globalement positif que notre dossier a pu continuer à rouler sa bosse. » — Francis Deguilly, chargé du suivi du Plan Loire grandeur nature à la DRAC Centre au moment de l’inscription du Val de Loire.Dans ce troisième épisode, nous revenons sur la préparation du dossier de candidature. Celui-ci est suivi par deux ministères, chargé de l’environnement et chargé de la culture, ainsi que leurs services dans les deux régions. Jean Musitelli est alors ambassadeur de la France à l’Unesco. Il se souvient de l’évolution qu’a connue la Conve...2022-11-0813 minVal de Loire patrimoine mondialLes coulisses de l'inscription du Val de Loire au patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco (2/4)Si les justifications géographiques sont à présent tracées, si le paysage du Val de Loire est à présent décrit, la nécessité de son inscription démontrée, il faut encore porter le dossier. Il nous faut alors raconter l’entrée en scène d’un autre personnage, un homme politique, Yves Dauge, à l’initiative du projet d’inscription.« Le site Val de Loire était vraiment un exemple pour promouvoir le développement durable dans ces territoires. » — Minja Yang, directrice adjointe du Centre du patrimoine mondial au moment de l’inscription du Val de Loire.Dans ce deuxième épiso...2022-11-0314 minVal de Loire patrimoine mondialLes coulisses de l'inscription du Val de Loire au patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco (1/4)Le Val de Loire est inscrit au patrimoine mondial de l’Unesco depuis le 30 novembre 2000. Mais quelle est cette histoire ? Nous avions envie de vous la raconter, à la voix de ces grands témoins, celles et ceux qui ont porté ce projet, entre personnalités locales et débats internationaux. « Les coulisses de l’inscription du Val de Loire au patrimoine mondial » une série de quatre épisodes proposée par la Mission Val de Loire.
« Des horizontales qui laissent le regard se reposer sur des lignes parallèles… Ce sont des paysages pacifiants. » — Louis-Marie Coyaud, géographe, rédacteur du dossi...2022-11-0114 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 4 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and WBAAl and Val are back after a break to discuss Norwich City's history with fellow yo-yo'ers WBA.We dissect the recent draw reflecting on the general Carrow Road discontent despite the Canaries sitting high in the League.We look back at the last meetings in Farke's first title-winning season when the vibe was much more positive.There's an early FA Cup meeting, a Cyrille Regis goal of the season and Al freezing at the Hawthorns.Final thoughts - There is a relegation 6-pointer and Val remembers the day the deckchairs came...2022-09-3038 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family158. Val & Abby review her #2 book pick Girl Defined: God's Radical Design for Beauty, Femininity, and IdentityVal and her third daughter, Abby, a college freshman, discuss Abby's 2nd favorite book for understanding our self-worth, guarding and guiding our heart, and focusing on becoming God's design for our life BEFORE getting into a romantic relationship. This would be a great episode for your teen daughter to listen along with you.Girl Defined: God's Radical Design for Beauty, Femininity, and IdentitySex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl's HeartCheck out our Spotify Self-Worth Playlist linkEpisode on Overcoming Negative Self-TalkMending Your Child's Heart at Every Age blog & p...2022-08-2223 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family153. ScreenStrong Families founder Melanie Hempe and Val Harrison chat about family internet habitsThe Practically Speaking MOM Podcast is all about strengthening families and one important factor in a strong family is having a handle on internet usage in your home. After all, our children's childhood should be made up of lots of LIVING LIFE to the fullest through experiences and adventures and developing hobbies and talents, and so much more! We talk a lot on our podcast about taking control of the internet and Val thought it was time to bring on an internet expert to help!Melanie Hempe, BSN, founder and speaker for ScreenStrong Families, helps families avoid pr...2022-07-1833 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 19 - Al & Val's Norwich City - End of Season ReviewThe boys are back with their end of season review or, in this case, an hour of 'football therapy'!There is plenty to discuss and the post-mortem is in full swing as they look back on another dismal top-flight campaign for the Canaries.The 'A' word apathy is mentioned before Al & Val pick out their defining games in the season. They then end the series with the prestigious Al & Val season awards. Thanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast Al (Allan Kemp) - Norwich geek and exiled fanVal (V...2022-05-2559 min
Focus & Freedom for EntrepreneursFF141: Getting Focused And Mapping It Out with Val LowIn this episode, join Val Low as she shares some thoughts on focus and more easily reaching your outcomes. What you can do when opportunities and ideas are overflowing and keeping you from your great work. Also learn more about Mapping Out your business ideas with visual business mapping. Highlights From This Episode: The biggest key to focus is Clarity Reach your GBG’s [Great Big Goals™] Use a visual map like Map It to bring your vision and business ideas to life Links & Resources From This Episode: Entrepreneur Toolbo...2022-04-1911 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 18 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and Charlton AthleticIt's a bonus episode of Al and Val's Norwich City Podcast as the FA Cup 3rd round draw takes us to The Valley and Charlton Athletic.This week the lads talk;1. Joint managers and who they would select if Norwich adapted this2. Full-back playing connections starring at Wembley3. Al's big day out as a ballboy4. Losing your ground and the footballing theory of siege mentality5. Two contrasting Canary managers bite the dust after losing to the Addicks6. Poetic justice at The Valley and a shout t...2022-01-0146 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 17 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and Crystal PalaceIt's the final episode (FA Cup special aside) of our Norwich City Podcast 'Al & Val We Meet Again' - The podcast all about our club Norwich City and our upcoming opponents - which this week are Crystal Palace;We talk last meetings with the tale of two 'offside' goals and the rare Ralf FahrmannThere are early meetings and a common ground nameThe stuff of legends - Dave Stringer and an epic '4' pointerShared relegationsOverhead kicks, post-Robert Chase and much much more ........2021-12-2141 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 16 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and West HamIt's the penultimate episode of Al & Val's Norwich City Podcast and this week the lads talk Norwich City and West Ham.There's a first-ever league win for the Canaries on the national stage.We talk grounds with West Ham the first team to visit Carrow RoadLast meetings a crucial injury and Antonio quadruple And we honour Ken Brown, Martin Peters and 'Disco' Dale Gordon - not forgetting a big shout to two other player connections in Green and AshtonThanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast 2021-12-1439 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 15 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and Aston VillaOn this week's podcast, the boys talk Norwich City and Aston Villa.It is dominated by manager connections with Smith, Lambert and SaundersThere's a League Cup final decided by a handball, the day injuries caught up, a perfect away win and a controversial 'un-celebrated' goal.This and much much more on Al & Val's NCFC We Meet AgainThanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast Al (Allan Kemp) - Norwich geek and exiled fanVal (Val Tolhurst) - Upper Barclay season ticketer and 'super' fan...2021-12-1147 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 14 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and Manchester UtdThe world's most famous club? it's certainly one that Norwich have an excellent record against. This week Al & Val fondly talk cup successes, '80s league dominance and possibly the greatest league shock of all as Ashton and McKenzie send Fergies superstars packing. This and lots more on their Norwich City Podcast - Al & Val's we meet againThanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast Al (Allan Kemp) - Norwich geek and exiled fanVal (Val Tolhurst) - Upper Barclay season ticketer and 'super' fanContact us on Twitter: @A...2021-12-0548 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 13 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and TottenhamGlory Glory Tottenham Hotspur - This week is Val's 'second' team Spurs - Loads for the lads to get their teeth into on their Norwich City Podcast including;Val's assessment of the new-look White Hart Lane and a thrilling night in the Cup; Last meetings - Pukki's armpit and VAR misery; A record City victory in the Southern League; Wembley 1sts; Kanoutes step-overs and the famous 5and lots and lots of player connections ...... Thanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast Al (Allan Kemp) - Norwich geek and exiled fan2021-11-3051 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 12 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and Newcastle UnitedThe Toon Army, Edwardian Masters, Entertainers ........ this week it is the famous Black and White of Newcastle United.On their Norwich City Podcast Al & Val talk about; False dawn and a missed opportunity. Oli who.... in a famous FA Cup win, Supermac and the doubles, Brazilian magic at Carrow Road, Ruel Fox and Alex Neil's watershed moments.Thanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast Al (Allan Kemp) - Norwich geek and exiled fanVal (Val Tolhurst) - Upper Barclay season ticketer and 'super' fanContact us on T...2021-11-2749 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 10 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and SouthamptonThis week is one of Norwich's oldest rivals and a club very similar to the Canaries - It's Southampton FC.Plenty for Al & Val to get into including;1) An early meeting - City's very first at a national level2) Some high scoring encounters and a goal of the season3) Club connections with goal-scoring machines Ron Davies and Mick Channon4) Mr Southampton (Ted Bates) a Norfolk man5) A last big night in front of the Barclay-end terrace - A game that had everything.Thanks for listening...2021-11-0739 min
Focus & Freedom for EntrepreneursFF117: Reset, Reframe And Refocus Your Business with Val LowIn this solo episode, Val Low digs in a little deeper into the entrepreneurial journey and growing a powerful and impactful business. Val shares some key pieces to propel forward into a new season in your business. Highlights From This Episode: Creating a powerful plan for the next year of your business Celebrating wins, even the mini ones The importance of tracking your numbers Being in alignment with your business and the sharing the uniqueness you bring to the world Being on brand and building a power team to support your growth 2021-11-0217 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 8 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and ChelseaNext up it's the best team in Europe, as Al and Val look back at significant moments in history between Norwich City and Chelsea.This week we talk cash and Abramovich changing the landscape of English football, but there hasn't always been such a big gap between the two clubs on and off the pitch...Last meetings and a spring in the step of Farke's champions.One of the all-time classic FA Cup goals + player connections in Gilmour, Fleck and TownsendAn abandoned game with Wembley in touching distance...2021-10-1640 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family106. A Little Bit of Hope and an Educational Vacation Idea w/ Rich & ValMy husband Rich joins me in the studio this week to share about the BIG SURPRISE our children gave us! Next week, we begin the series "Equipped to SOAR" - what are the ingredients to effectively prepare your kids to soar beyond the nest? It begins NOW, right where your kids are TODAY. They aren't too young to begin preparing them to soar!Send Val your encouragement and thoughts about the show.Support the showVisit Val's website: PracticallySpeakingMOM.comJoin Val's Facebook Group Intentional Mom, Strong Family2021-10-0424 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 6 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and BurnleyThis week the lads turn their attention to The Clarets of Burnley - We haven't met the founding Football League members much but there is still plenty for Al & Val to get their teeth into including; 1. Past meetings a post-Manchester City hangover and the day everything went wrong; 2. How fortunes can change so quickly in football as both NCFC and Burnley prove; 3. We explore the concept of yo-you clubs; 4. Famous triple debutants and the ruthless end of the Nigel Worthington era; and finally; 5. Two big player connections.Thanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast ...2021-09-2648 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 1 - Al & Val talk Norwich City and LiverpoolAl and Val are back with the 2nd series of their Podcast, and it opens with a cracker, it's one of the worlds most iconic and successful football clubs - Liverpool FC. Loads to discuss including a hattrick at Anfield, a dramatic 5.4, Luis Suarez and his many goals, FA Cup shocks, City dominance in the late '80s and, a famous day out as Anfield says goodbye to the Kop. Thanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast Al (Allan Kemp) - Norwich geek and exiled fanVal (Val Tolhurst) - Upper Barclay season ticketer and 'super' fanContact us on Twitter: @AlandValWeMeetAgain1 2021-08-0753 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family96. Val & Abby share keys to WAITING with GRACE, It's a Growth Thing! The conversation continues a year laterLast week, in episode #95, you listened to a conversation between me and my daughter Abby (at the time of recording she was a sixteen-year-old junior in high school). The conversation continues this week, recorded a full year later, in episode #96. Abby shares some keys that helped her slow down this process, how she waited a little longer than society around her to open the door of her heart to the complex world of romantic relationships, and what important purposes she was focusing on during the waiting. She hasn't waited sequestered in her house, staring out an a...2021-07-2623 minNorwich City Football Club - Al & Val's We Meet AgainEpisode 24 - Al & Val's End of Season ReviewAl & Val are back to take a look at one of Norwich City Football clubs greatest ever seasons. The lads discuss their defining moments, key matches and turning points which, for them, told the story of a momentous year where City thrilled and records tumbled. They conclude their review with the first Al & Val awards.Thanks for listening to our Norwich FC podcast Al (Allan Kemp) - Norwich geek and exiled fanVal (Val Tolhurst) - Upper Barclay season ticketer and 'super' fanContact us on Twitter: @AlandValWeMeetAgain1 Spread the...2021-05-1852 minPractically Speaking Mom: Intentional Mom, Strong Family82. Moms & False Inadequacy w/ Becca Hammond & Val's VIPsDo you ever feel inadequate as a mom? Boy I sure do.Today on episode 82, "Mom & False Inadequacy," I discuss this topic with one of my grown daughters, Becca, who is a mom of littles.Even the most intentional of moms battle the lie that says, “YOU are not a good enough mom. You don’t have what it takes to nurture and guide your children.” I hope you enjoy my conversation today with one of my favorite intentional moms. But first, let’s hear an important message from her two little boys, and my favorite...2021-04-1927 min
"Live with Squacky"Live with Squacky - Season 2 - Episode 7 - Val Kelly - Coffee, Lessons and Time to GrowSend us a textIn this short episode of "Live with Squacky", I talk once again about how important coffee is to me, my favorite coffees etc!! I talk about the importance of paying quarterly taxes and having financial stability and about our upcoming MAVO2021 "Time to grow" Voiceover conference coming up on November 12-14, 2021 online. It's shaping up with an outstanding line-up of guest speakers and I can't wait to be able to release some info about that soon! Anyway, this is a fun episode that is just to catch up with my listeners before I...2021-02-2307 min