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Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellShawn Langwell - Chill: Embrace the Space Between ExtremesNew Release From Shawn Langwell
Chill: Embrace the Space Between Extremes
Contrary to popular false narratives, the world isn’t out to get us. We are not all victims of circumstance. We owe it to ourselves to learn healthier ways of taking responsibility for our own lives and to start cultivating compassion with ourselves, others, and the world.
At its core, Chill is a self-awareness relationship book that reveals a deep secret you already know, but often are too scared to put into practice. The path to true freedom, connection, and hap...2025-06-2406 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellLance Cottrell - Start-Up Coach & Angel Investor For EntrepreneursHey Entrepreneurs!
Don't miss this episode...
Lance Cottrell helps overwhelmed founders become confident and capable CEOs through Feel the Boot, an educational platform he launched in 2019 to guide entrepreneurs on their journey.
A serial entrepreneur, Lance founded Anonymizer, the world’s first internet privacy company, in 1995 and led it to a successful exit in 2008. He is also an active angel investor, president of the North Bay Angels, a venture partner with multiple funds, and a Global Entrepreneur in Residence with the Founder Institute.
Drawing from decades of experience, Lance blends practical ad...2025-06-2431 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellBarbara Cottrell - The Horror MistressBarbara Cottrell is a former professor who gave up her career to pursue her true passion: writing weird fiction. The first book in her series of supernatural thrillers, Darkness Below, won a gold medal at the Book Fest, was named best first novel by Indie Reader and was an editor’s pick for BookLife. She is also an active member in the Horror Writer’s Association and has presented her work alongside New York bestselling authors Gabino Iglesias and Tananarive Due. She has also served as judge and editor on several Redwood Writer anthologies. When she isn’t exploring her da...2025-06-2414 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellShawn Langwell: Just Keep Swinging- Motivation for Times When We Doubt Our Ability to SucceedJust Keep Swinging: Motivation for Times When We Doubt Our Ability to Succeed
Now is the perfect time to take a chance on yourself.
To step into the life you were created to live. To lead with your heart, with love. To reignite the passion with in and surround yourself with others who can support you in a shared purpose and mission.
Yesterday was a great day for Bay Area Sports Fans.
The Giants never gave up and kept believing in their ability to keep coming back against the Seattle Mariners for their h...2025-04-0514 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellStephanie St. Claire, Coach Helping Midlife Women Heal, Embrace, and Parent their Inner ChildIf you are a woman, 35 years old + who's looking for permission to break free from some patterns that are keeping you stuck, you need to listen to this episode.
This is one of the most meaningful and helpful publisc conversations with a well-known coach and healer, Stephanie Saint Claire.
About my guest:
Stephanie Saint Claire
"The Inner Child Whisperer"
Inner Child Healing Specialist for Women
Founder - Vantage Life Design
www.vantagelifedesign.com
Stephanie St. Claire is a mom, entrepreneur, and coach specializing in Inner Child Healing for midlife wo...2025-03-2940 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellJeff Burkhart-Barfly Author & Award-Winning Columnist and BartenderJeff Burkhart knows how to connect with Marin's Movers & Shakers and everyone else who loves a good cocktail or story.
He is both an award-winning journalist and an award-winning bartender. His popular Barfly column in the Marin IJ was voted best column in California in both 2014 and 2021, and he himself has been voted “best bartender” eight times, by the readers of three different publications. His two books: Twenty Years Behind Bars: the spirited adventures of a real bartender, and its sequel, Twenty Years Behind Bars: parole denied are both best-sellers and he also hosts the popular Barfly Podcast on i...2025-03-2251 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellHilary Young Ritter, Author Trusting GusHilary Young is the author of Trusting Gus, a raw and inspiring memoir about resilience, addiction recovery, and the presence of a higher power she calls the "Great Universal Spirit" (Gus). Raised by an abusive, bipolar alcoholic, Hilary navigated a turbulent childhood, battled addiction, and ultimately found sobriety later in life. A near-death experience from liver failure at 58 motivated her to share her story, revealing the moments of grace that shaped her journey. Readers connect deeply with Trusting Gus, responding with their own stories of trauma, supernatural encounters, and personal awakenings. Hilary’s writing is heartfelt and unfiltered, aiming to i...2025-03-2049 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellMichelle Miles- Fantasy, Paranormal, and YA Author Shares Inside Tips for Aspiring AuthorsOne of the funnest things I get to do is have open conversations with wonderful people like Michelle.
Energetic, upbeat and in the midst of mastering her craft, Michelle shares inside tips for aspiring fantasy authors who have worlds and stories that must be shared.
MICHELLE MILES believes in fairy tales, true love, and magic. She writes fantasy (including Epic, Urban, and Other Worlds), Paranormal (including Time Travel, Historical, Shifters), and Young Adult (including Fantasy and Fairy Tales) all with an action/adventure twist. She is the author of numerous series that includes ev...2025-03-1648 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellJohn Wallace, Founder/CEO Surviving The Odds Project- No Warning Shots Fired"No Warning Shots Fired in This Unit"
This is the sign on the wall at San Quentin Prison where John served 8 years.
Since his release, John Wallace, aka Freedom, has made a complete 180-degree turn from a life of gangs and drugs to one of hope and service.
Leaders and youth from all walks of life can learn from this vulnerable and inspiring, unedited conversation I had with John on my Dare to be Great, Dare to Be You Podcast.
John embodies and lives up to his stage name—Fre...2025-01-1743 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellEmbracing Play- Anthony AmunateguiAnthony Amunategui is a freaking Unicorn!
He is the the Founder of CDO Group, a National Commercial Construction firm he started about 24 years ago with a small group. Today they have built over 1 million square feet of retail space, working with some of the world's largest brands. He has a true passion for finding out what makes people successful in business and in life.
Anthony loves diving into conversations about what the future holds for us personally and professionally, and the adventures that shape the journey.
Always a treat to have real, open...2025-01-091h 26Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellBest- Selling Author Jeff Goins -The Art of Being Interesting: How to Succeed as a Writer Without Selling Your SoulJeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books, including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don’t Starve. His award-winning blog Goinswriter.com has been visited by tens of millions of people, and through his online courses and events, he's taught over 20,000 writers since 2012. Jeff lives outside of Nashville with his family, where they spend most of their free time listening to records and making homemade pasta.
Books:
You Are a Writer
Real Artists Don’t Starve
The Art of Work
What Is Writing?
Website: goinswriter.com
Substack: jeffgoins.su...2024-10-1725 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellRay Engan: Love to Write But Hate to Sell? Create Comfortable Conversations That Sell Your BookRay Engan: SESSION - Love to Write But Hate to Sell? Create Comfortable Conversations That Sell Your Book
Every Year, thousands become first time authors. Every year thousands of books sit in the garages of their authors, waiting for the orders to come through. Today you will walk away with concrete ways to move those books out and bring cash in. The Lean In Factor will guide you in how to use your voice to sell your writing.
About Ray:
Ray Engan was a shy little boy who avoided talking to strangers by wal...2024-09-1529 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellFinding Freedom and Joy in Recovery with Max Nijst: Life and Recovery Coach and Podcast HostMax Nijst is the founder and spirit behind Fearless Happyness Coaching & Consulting.
Max’s mission in life is to help high performers, executives, and CEOs avoid losing what they have worked so hard to attain. He helps their families by educating about the disease of addiction so they can better support their loved ones.
Max is a motivational speaker, published author, and substance abuse recovery coach. He is also the host and voice you hear behind the mic on The Fearless Happyness Podcast.
THE FEARLESS HAPPYNESS PODCAST
The Fearless Happyness Podcast showc...2024-09-0452 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellJose Salazar Teacher, Parent, Coach!Jose Salazar cares about the youth of Sonoma and Napa Counties.
He has a heart for teaching and service and is making a difference in the lives of teens and young adults who may not have father figures to encouarge them.
With more than 28 years of experience working with Santa Rosa City Schools, he's basically done it all: elementary, middle school, high school and even the collegiate level with Santa Rosa Junior College. se has also beenan adjunct faculty instructor for the Department of Public Safety since 2017.
The bottom line is, Jose cares...2024-09-0448 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellJudy Baker: Book Marketing Mentor and Cancer SurvivorJudy M. Baker helps authors take the friction out of book marketing and make real money from their books.
2024 is fueled by her renewed commitment to coaching, writing, and creativity. She is planning to publish three books this year. The first is The Book to MoneyMaker RoadMap which is in final edits.
Judy is President of Redwood Writers and past president of the Bay Area Independent Publishers Association. When she isn’t writing, teaching, or volunteering, you can find her at the gym or creating healthy recipes.
Find out more at:
ht...2024-09-0455 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellSteve Almond NYT Bestselling Author on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your LifeIn this episode I chat with NYT Bestselling Author Steve Almond on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your Life
He will also be a featured presenter at the Redwood Branch of The California Writers Club on July 20, 2024.
CWC Members and non members can register here https://www.redwoodwriters.org/, to see Steve in-person or listen to a recording of his talk a week after the event.
Steve Almond, author of Truth Is the Arrow, Mercy Is the Bow, will discuss the emotional struggles that we bring to our writing, everything from th...2024-07-1031 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellDelicia Niami: From Kidnapping and Abuse to Self-Love -A Courageous True Story (Trigger warnings: Drug abuse, sexual abuse, rape, pedophilia, and suicide)
Delicia Niami is an acclaimed memoirist and LGBTQ+ advocate, whose raw and edgy storytelling has touched the hearts of readers worldwide. Residing in Santa Cruz and an alumna of UCSC, Delicia draws inspiration from her own journey of resilience and empowerment.
Through her memoirs, she fearlessly addresses topics such as sexual abuse, trauma recovery, and the importance of self-compassion. Delicia's work not only sheds light on difficult experiences but also empowers others to find their voices and embrace their own resilience. Her passion for advocacy shines through in her writing, making her a powerful voice f...2024-06-0653 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellBrian Fies: Emmy Award-Winning Graphic Novelist Shares Storytelling Secrets
Brian Fies is a writer and cartoonist who has published four graphic novels including A Fire Story, which is about losing his home in the devastating California wildfires of 2017. He has been nominated for many honors and won a few of them, including the comic industry’s Eisner, Harvey, Lulu and Inkpot awards, the German Deutscher Jugendliteraturpreis, and a TV Emmy Award. Brian’s varied careers include stints as a newspaper reporter, freelance journalist, environmental chemist, and science writer. He lives in Sonoma County with his wife Karen, and is working on his fifth graphic novel.
fin...2024-05-3154 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellAaron Locks, CEO of National Academy of Athletics: Building confidence in kids though youth sports
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ATHLETICS
TRANSFORMING KIDS LIVES THROUGH THE POWER OF SPORTS
Join me and the founder and CEO of NAofA, Aaron Locks as we discuss tips for parents, coaches and kids to build confidence in young athletes.
For the past four decades, Aaron has been actively working in sports.
Aaron is a father, author of The Coach’s Best Friend series of books, trainer, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur. His background includes working with various professional organizations: The Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, San Francisco Giants, Oakland A’s, Sportsworld, and legendary coac...2024-04-2041 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellSean Mattson: Practical Genius & Self-Taught Digital Marketing ExpertSean Mattson:
Practical Genius & Self-Taught Digital Marketing Expert
I've known Sean Mattson nearly all my life. As young hippy kids from West Marin, we were both raised in a different environment. One built on community, cooperation, and resiliency. An evironment that fostered parallel careers for us in food service and eventually corpoate america--Sean in technology and marketing, me in publishing, sales and marketing. Essentially both of us landed careers in the people business.
I 've always admired Sean's brain, even at a young age. He thought at a level far above me and most of my peers.2024-04-2056 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn Langwell"I'm Gonna Start a Hot Sauce Company." Biambu Garrett, Founder of Black Bee Hot Sauce. From Idea to Market."With in two months it went from idea to market!"
Hear first-hand what it takes to go from musician to hot sauce manufacturer in two months with only $1,500 in the bank.
Inspiration for people of color or anyone else with dreams of owning their own business.
We discuss branding, marketing, distribution, and so much more.
If you want to be your own boss like Biambu, it may be as easy as asking someone you respect and trust, who is where you want to be.
In June of 2021, Biambu did...2024-03-1946 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellLife Lessons from Moma Joan: Five key takeaways for teens, adults, and single momsLife Lessons from Moma Joan:
Five key takeaways for teens, adults, and single moms
Joan O'Connor is my mom.
She is also a mom to many of my friends, my brothers' friends and played a critical role in shaping who I am today. Join us for an intimate, honest and fun conversation about what it was like for her to raise three boys on her own after my dad left. How she loved me until I learned to love myself while i was battling addiction, and how she managed to survive losing my youngest brother Seth in...2024-03-0345 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellCrissi Langwell- A Writers Journey: From First-Grade Dreams to Published Author SuccessCrissi Langwell is the author of 14 published books, with genres that include romance, young adult, and women’s fiction. Her latest novel is Naked Coffee Guy, the second book in her Sunset Bay romance series, and she is currently working on Savior Complex, the third and final book in If you dream of writing your first book or are a seasoned author who may sometimes hit the proverbial brick wall or feel like throwing in the towel, you'll want to listen to this heartfelt and helpful episode of Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You.
You wil...2024-02-2057 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellConfidence Tips for New Narrators with Kendra Murray, Artistic Director and Narrator of Audiobooks and Shawn Langwell, Confidence CoachKendra Murray is an audiobook producer, director, and narrator with 50 titles available, and more in the works. Kendra hails from stage and radio theatre as an actor, director, and producer. She has received accolades for her work with The Petaluma Radio Players at the HEAR Now Festival’s Podcast Palooza. She was named 2020 Best Supporting Actor for her role as Ulysses in Pendant Audio Shakespeare’s Troilus and Cressida, was a Finalist for the 2021 Audiobook Adrenaline Awards, and was nominated for 2021 Best Supporting Actor as Thaisa in Pericles, Prince of Tyre, produced by Pendant Shakespeare.
Find her at u...2024-02-0747 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellRalph Scott of Squeaky Cheese Productions- The Magic of audiobook production and narration. How to create an auditory symphony for the soul.Audiobooks have been called "movies for the ears." And for good reason. Akin to listening to a Mozart concerto, audiobooks set your brain and imagination on fire. They bring characters to life in ways that movies and text do not. There is a richness and depth in the visceral experience of listening to an audiobook that turns the beauty of the written word into an auditory symphony for the soul.
The explosion of audiobook production is no surprise really. But what does it entail? How do you create an audiobook? Where do you start and what questions s...2024-02-051h 09Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellJen Crowe, Finding Clarity in Your Second Half of LifeThere are people in each of our lives whose sole purpose is to show us a different path home.
Jen Crowe is one of those people.
She is a caring soul who serves as a guide for many, especially men.
Listen as she shares her most vulnerable moments and a near death experience which changed her life.
Her life experience and passion lay in helping others become brave enough to discover and look at their blind spots, then reframe their false identities, so that they can break free from unhealthy societal...2024-02-0339 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellRay Engan, On Speaking and Leadership through Laughter"The language of leadership is overwhelming positivity." -Ray Engan
Tap into your native genius and learn expert tips to become a better leader, speaker and presenter. Gain valuable insights into the power of word choice, delivery, and how to manage internal and external emotions, actions and experiences to better connect and not sound salesy.
This episode is a must listen for any leader, sales or service professional, or presenter who wants to build instant rapport and trust with their audience or customers.
In addition to valuable expert wisdom, Ray also shares humorous and t...2024-01-2453 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellLife is Your Stage: How to Find your Voice and Change Your Life With Dr. Doreen DowningYour Authentic Voice is the Most Powerful Asset You Possess!
Join me for a frank and open conversation Dr. Doreen Downing.
About Dr. Downing:
Dr. Doreen Downing is a Psychologist and Podcast host of Find Your Voice, Change Your Life.
She once suffered from stage fright. In conquering it, she discovered being connected to your authentic self is the key to relaxed and confident speaking.
She now specializes in the treatment of public speaking anxiety.
In addition to coaching and online courses, she is author of The 7 Secrets to...2024-01-1745 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellBridging Your Confidence Gap: How to set and slay your goals for the New Year2024 Challenge:
What is in the way of you getting what you want? Will 2024 be any different? If so, how? Why? What will you commit to doing this coming year that you didn’t in 2023? What do you think you need to help you get started? To stay motivated? To finish what you’ve started?
If you are like the vast majority of us, you will fail. All of us fail. Those who try more fail more. But guess what? Those who fail the most are some of the most successful people I know.
Liste...2024-01-0223 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellAA Unplugged: An intimate look into what it takes to get and stay soberPart one of a series on recovery (AA Unplugged):
Join me and Ryan L. of Petaluma, a nine-time felon who got and stayed sober.
In addition to the intimate details of Ryan's recovery journey we discuss some of the key spiritual principles that have helped both of us, and millions others around the world, find sobriety that lasts.
Whether you think you may be an alcoholic or not, there is wisdom in this episode that might help you live a happier and much more fulfilling life.
2023-12-2859 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellThe Secrets to Success: Be Intellectually Curious, Connect, and Listen WellMark G. Nelson is co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Altus Equity Group, Inc., a private equity real estate investment firm. He is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of the Nelson Family of Companies, and during his two-decade tenure with the firm, the company grew from $10 million to over $400 million in revenues. He is also the lead singer and guitar player for the rock 'n roll band Walking Mirrors which donates all their ticket proceeds to local not for profits.
2023-12-2351 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellFrom Broadway Dreams to Center Stage: The Joy of Reciprocal Audience ConnectionA candid conversation with Broadway stars Stephan Stubbins and Libby Servais about finding your passion and purpose, and other behind-the-scenes full circle moments that "feel like coming home."
2023-12-1859 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellFollowing Your PassionJoin this insightful conversation with Pamela Heck about following our passion, finding purpose, and following through on our dreams, even in retirement. Pamela is an award winning author and artist of the illustrated childrens book, Amazing Animals: Fun Facts for Kids- available on Amazon and bookstores everywhere. She is also a retired early education specialist helping kids with special needs for forty years.
2023-12-0938 minDare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellDeciphering Emotional Wounds with Stephanie Saint ClaireStephanie Saint Claire helps women over 40 take control of their negative thoughts and manage emotional overwhelm, so they can eliminate shame, go after what they want without guilt, be authentic in every relationship, and live in partnership with Spirit.
Join us as we learn how to decipher emotional suffering and explore next level of consciousness.
2023-12-061h 06Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn LangwellDare to Be Great Dare To Be You Inaugural Episode with Shawn LangwellWelcome to the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Podcast.
If you like honest, vulnerable, and real stories about what it takes to not only become great, but more self-confident and bold enough to be yourself, then this show is for you.
Join us each week for inspiring, encouraging, and meaningful conversations with diverse people from all walks of life and industry.
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