This is a podcast where I discuss real topics with real people. Let's cut through the fluff and just be transparent. I want to showcase authenticity since we live in a world where everything needs to be prim and proper from filters to audio tune, etc. On a mission to Educate, Inspire, and Motivate others since we ALL have powerful stories to share to continue to make an impact. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesis-amaris-kemp/support
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Life = Choices; Choices = Life is about learning to replace external control psychology with radical responsibility and appreciation so you can make better choices to create the life you want to have. Kim Olver is a leading expert in Choice Theory™ psychology and will share what she has gleaned from the legendary work of Dr. William Glasser, as well as sharing her unique perspective based on over 30 years of study and research.
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Ep. 813 - From Concept to Creation for The Wrap Sheet by Marsu Baby with Trinetta Bryan
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What are you doing to ensure your baby is sleeping safely?Wish you had a product that ensured safe sleep while also letting you get in some much-needed Zs. In this segment, the founder of Marsu Baby, Trinetta Bryanshares how she came up with the idea for The Wrap Sheet out of a need to solve her own problems. This then took off and started helping …
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Daman Harris, author of The Antiracist School Leader, a guide for school and organizational leaders to develop cultural competence and responsiveness through practical, everyday actions. We explore Daman's inspiration for the book and the strategies he suggests for leaders who face resistance when…
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Teacher Building Relationship, Compassion, and Accountability
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Coach Carlos Johnson, author of Power Engage, a transformative book that guides teachers on how to teach like a coach, blending compassion with accountability for their students. We discussed Carlos' unique definition of engagement, which he views as a deeper, more committed process than mere invo…
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Ep. 812 - Being Happy! Bouncing Back! with Andrew Matthews
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What does happiness look like and feel like for you? How dohappy people think and what does resilient look like? In this segment, Andrew Matthews shares seven tips to being resilient which goes along with being happy and bouncing back. In order to be happy you have to shift your mindset and perspective, do some internal work, live in the present an…
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Creating Meant for More Classrooms with Angie Freese
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Angie Freese, author of Meant for More: Real Talk about Classrooms Built on Dignity, Authenticity, and Connection. Angie’s passion for transforming education is undeniable, and her book offers a powerful roadmap for addressing educational inequity while fostering meaningful, relevant learning exp…
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Ep. 811 - Parenting Isn't Always Easy It's a Journey
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Did you know that their is no right or wrong to parenting?Parenting Isn't a cake walk and it is definitely not for the faint at heart. Our precious bundles will try our patience, we will lose our cool, we may say words we do not mean, we ask for forgiveness, and sometimes we may get down on ourselves.Well I want to encourage you to give yourself gr…
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Ep. 810 - Ways to Support a New or Seasoned Mom
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Want to know how best to support a new or seasoned mom?Sometimes moms have a special way of juggling or wearing a superhuman / superhero cape instead of reaching out for help.With this in mind it is best to not make any assumptions on what that mom may need and just ask how you can best support them on their motherhood journey. Each mom has a speci…
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In this episode, I sit down with Ari Gerzon-Kessler, an educator whose groundbreaking work focuses on uniting teachers and families to create stronger, more collaborative learning environments. Ari’s approach centers on one key principle: listening to understand. By letting go of judgment and getting curious about what families truly want from educ…
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Ep. 809 - Build Your Emotional Strength and Resilience With Mental Freedom along with Kim Olver
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When it comes Mental Health and Mental Freedom® what comes to mind? In this segment, Kim Olver shares how to create your strength and resilience before you need it. We also go over Mental Freedom® high level and learn the six principles you need to integrate in your life to find the mental freedom you crave. WHO IS KIM OLVER?Kim Olver, LCPC, NCC, B…
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Empathy, Equity, and Anti-racism in the Classroom
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In this episode, I’m thrilled to interview the authors of Little Learners, Big Hearts: A Teacher's Guide to Nurturing Empathy and Equity in Early Childhood—Christine Mason, PhD, Orinthia Harris, PhD, Randy Ross, and Jill Flanders. These remarkable women are leaders in their fields and together contribute to the Center for Educational Improvement (C…
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing a very pregnant Genesis Amaris Kemp. Genesis was someone working in the gas industry in corporate America, when she realized the industry wasn't holding up to the principles of DEIB. Yes, she was a woman of color in a predominantly white men's world and she had a seat at the table but she was the…
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GEMS RADIO SEGMENT - All Things Relationships with Jason & Tina Marie Scott
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In this segment you will hear from Jason and Tina Marie Scott discuss all things relationships and how to manifest a joy filled relationship. You will also hear live callers sharing their input on the subject. WHO IS JASON & TINA MARIE SCOTT? Certified Life and Relationship Coaches Jason and Tina Marie Scott have been married for thirty-three years…
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Ep. 808 - Black Books Are For Everyone with Tiffany Obeng
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Do not allow the cover of the book to deter you from opening and learning from the contents. In this segment, Tiffany Obeng shares why black books are for everyone. We hear about the inspiration of her author career intersecting with her corporate career as a Lawyer and DEO professional. WHO IS TIFFANY OBENG? Tiffany is a lawyer and DEO professiona…
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Ep. 807 - For Those Exhausted Parents...Can You Relate?
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For Those Exhausted Parents...Can You Relate?Have you ever felt so burnt out you wanted to throw in the towel? Then you realize that it is just a mere season and phase that is going to pass.You literally feel worn out from all the hats you are juggling and just wish, pray, and hope for some help. Your body is tired, your mind is going a million mil…
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In this episode, I had the distinct pleasure to interview Dr. Susan Jackson, a close collaborator with Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, founder of the flow concept. With a PhD in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Sue has extensive experience in the sports, performance, and health industries. In this conversation, we talk about what flow is and why it's an imp…
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In this episode, I had the joy of interviewing Kealah "Coach Kiki" Parkinson. Coach Kiki is a master at her craft of emotionally intelligent communications coaching. We talked about conquering one's fear, as Kealah went from being painfully shy to becoming a public speaker! We discussed developing your key mantra and your BMT Index, both trademarks…
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Alison Schmidt, PhD, BCC. Among other things, Alison is the CEO of unconvention™, and a graduate of the Academy of Choice's Board Certified Coaching program. I recently became aware of Alison's rebrand to unconvention and wanted to have her on the show to talk about it. Alison most definitely has …
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Bridging the Gap between Spirituality and Mental Health part 2
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In this episode, I continue the conversation with Dr. Charles Dent about how mental health interventions can be tailored to resonate more deeply with Black men, considering the intersection of masculinity, cultural identity, and mental well-being. We discuss how to advocate for great access to culturally competent mental health services for Black m…
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Bridging the Gap between Spirituality and Mental Health
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In this 2-part episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Charles Dent, an educator, counselor, coach, and pastor. Charles utilizes Choice Theory and Reality Therapy in his work and has penned several books: When a Woman Gives Up Her Heart, 42 Days: Becoming a Powerful Person of Patience, How to Overcome the Predator of Your Faith, Date Rape…
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In this episode, I was delighted to speak with Kate Varness, a Clarity Coach who helps women find their path through life's transitions. She does this with an astrological tool called Human Design. Learning your Human Design assists you to understand yourself better and figure out the best ways to respond during transitions based on your specific t…
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In this episode, I get to chat with Nichole Meade about her creation, Mindful Self-Intelligence. Nichole created her concepts from a variety of disciplines, including quantum physics, Shamanism, Buddhism, science, and mathematics, of all things. Nichole describes herself as a rainbow unicorn in a ones-and-zeroes world, which makes her a breath of f…
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of talking with Dr. Kiley Callaway about his work with couples in his congregation. As a pastor with a degree in pastoral counseling, Kiley is a certified Mental Freedom practitioner who uses that and Choice Theory psychology with those who come to him for help. He shares how he does that, along with some succes…
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GEMS RADIO SEGMENT - The Art of Writing with Andreana Binder
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During this radio segment you will hear Andreana Binder discuss the Art of Writing, Embracing your Creativity, how she got into the Technical Writing space etc. Live callers dial in to share their views and ask questions. ANDREANA'S CONTACT INFO https://www.writespacehouston.org/andreana-binder.html CALL TO ACTION Subscribe / Follow GEMS with Genes…
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In this episode, Kim talks about the challenge experienced by couples when one person is upset about something the other person does. They miscategorize the problem as the other person's instead of their own. The problem lies with the person who is most upset by it. If you own the problem, then it's your responsibility to fix it. This puts you in t…
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Couples Coaching with Elizabeth Overstreet
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In this episode, I was fortunate to be able to interview a colleague and fellow coach, Elizabeth Overstreet. Elizabeth functions primarily as a coach for couples. We had a great conversation talking about attachment styles and how they affect relationships, the evolution of relationships, and why we often resist healthy relationships. Listen to the…
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kelvin Troy Johnson, founder of Love Coach Atlanta and author of Secrets of the Mind of a Man. Given that much of my audience is female, I thought you might be interested in the information Kelvin shares. I noticed him on TicToc and liked what he was saying so I was honored when he was brave enoug…
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Taking Care of Your Past so You Can Be the Best Parent for Your Children
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Priyanka Venkataraman, who gave up a thriving OBGYN practice to be the best mom she could be for her son. She is not looking back! When Priyanka's wonderful nanny had to leave after 1.5 years, she realized something had to give and she knew she wanted to be there for her family. She spent a ye…
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Ep. 806 - How to Reclaim Your Life with Scott Allan
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When it comes to your life are you struggling to reclaim or gain control of certain areas? In this segment, Scott Allan discusses how to relaunch your life by breaking the cycle of self-defeat, destroy negative emotions, and reclaim your personal power. Along with some other powerful GEMS that will help you shift your mindset and change your perspe…
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Ep. 805 - From Desolation to Epiphany with James W.A.
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How do you deal with the lows and highs of life? Think aboutyour own story of going from desolation to epiphany, light to darkness, and struggle bus to new perspective. In this segment you will hear James W.A. get into themeaning behind desolation to epiphany. WHO IS JAMES W.A.? James W. A. was born, raised, and lives in the Tampa Bayarea in Florid…
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Adjusting Great Expectations: Parent Edition
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking a second time to the author of The Golden Ticket, Irena Smith. Irena was on the show last month to talk about her new book and I wanted her to return to talk about parenting, particularly parenting neurodiverse kids; she has three of them! We talk about the importance of realizing that going to an Iv…
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In this episode, I had the opportunity and pleasure to interview two guests from last season, Amy Reid and Heather Harrison. Heather and Amy are a modern-day, queer couple attempting to navigate the nuances of life with four kids in a blended family, with other co-parents, thriving careers in college teaching, side hustles in coaching, and a burgeo…
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In this episode, I was fortunate to interview Silva Badalian about Conscious Parenting, a parenting method developed by Dr. Shefali Tsabary and practiced and taught by Silva, a is a therapist and parenting coach I discovered on LinkedIn. I loved some of the nuggets Silva dropped: "parenting with connection before correction" and the difference betw…
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GEMS RADIO SEGMENT - Are You a Planner? Let's Dive In and Explore ALL Angles
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GEMS RADIO SEGMENT Our show theme is Are You a Planner? Let's Dive in and explore all angles, plans related...we can always establish plans but what do we do if it doesn't work out? I am joined by two co-hosts during this segment and live callers who dialed in. GUEST INFO Angela Fishman Niche / SME: pregnant and postpartum moms Tagline / Phrase: A …
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GEMS RADIO SEGMENT - What do you do when life throws you a curveball?
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GEMS RADIO SEGMENT TOPIC: What do you do when life throws you a curveball? - Are you reactive? or - Are you proactive? In this segment, you will hear my co-hosts Lucy Todd,CPC a Career Discovery Coach and Chelsea Fan a Professor share some of their experiences. Along with live callers who dialed in to share their thoughts around this topic. CALL TO…
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jeannette Markle, a former prosecutor turned parenting coach, among other things. Jeannette talked with me about her vast experience with a Canadian organization called the Association of Parent Support Groups in Ontario (APSGO), of which she is currently the president. Jeannette first encountered…
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In this episode, I have the distinct pleasure of interviewing Melanie Smith for the second time. Melanie has a book, Unfinished Business, that takes trauma--the big, the small and everything in between--and helps the reader do the work so they can first, figure out who they are and then second, become intentional about building the life they want t…
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In this episode, I had the great pleasure of interviewing Ben Eberhart, a man I met when he took Choice Theory training during the early stages of his recovery. Ben has moved on from the job he had when I met him to create a beautiful life for himself. He is a well-known local professional musician and family man. Ben is married with two young daug…
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In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of supporting counselors and therapists in processing the challenging traumas they encounter while aiding clients. Individuals grappling with mental health issues, incarceration, or substance use disorders often carry significant trauma burdens. As professionals, we can't ignore the impact of absorbi…
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Ep. 804 - How to Transform your Identity & Start Living Life on Purpose with Lucie Ptasznik
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Want to champion the power of awareness and level up withmeditation? In this segment, Lucie Ptasznik shares valuable GEMS around rewiring the subconscious mind, how to consciously elevate your state, and overall tips to get you started on your transformation. WHO IS LUCIE PTASZNIK? Lucie is a national speaker, coach & entrepreneur whoquit corporate…
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing my friend, colleague and frequent guest of this podcast, Sylvester Baugh, about the men's group he has created. Following his life-saving kidney transplant, he says he felt called to create a safe space for men to be able to share and heal, and thus the Inside Out Job Community was born. Currentl…
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Ep. 803 - Kickstart Your Career Discovery Journey with Lucy Todd, CPC
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Are you feeling unfulfilled, exhausted, burnt out, and stuckin your career? Want to know how to shift from that to understanding your wants and needs, identifying a more fulfilling career path, and building an exit plan? In this segment, Lucy Todd, CPC gives us the blueprint ofhow she made the shift in her life and how she is helping others do the …
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In this episode, I get to interview a trailblazer in the sport of girls wrestling, my granddaughter, Saige Olver. According to the National Wrestling Hall of Fame, in 1990, there were 112 girls who participated in high school wrestling. Since then, the sport has grown exponentially. Last season, '22-'23, there were 49,127 girls wrestling in the spo…
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Ep. 802 - See Results in Just TWO 30 Minute Workouts per Week with Steve Grogan
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Do you want to see sustainability results while working out? If so, listen to Steve Grogan shared how you can get resultsin just two 30-minute workouts. Science-based fitness is similar to HIIT without all the interval and high intensity. Steve's method is geared towards low impact, repetition, and form. Various GEMS were shared to get you moving. …
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Treatment for the Incarcerated with Substance Use Disorder
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lacey Glueckert about her experiences in working in her local jail with people experiencing the intersectionality of incarceration, substance use disorders and often, homelessness. It is definitely a population without a lot of support and encouragement, something Lacey provides whenever she can. …
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We spoke of intersectionality, how sexual orientation is not a choice and at what age many people know they are gay, and TRUTH. Nona Lee is an openly gay, Black female, who worked many years in men's sports as an attorney for the Phoenix Suns and the Arizona DiamondBacks. But she left that work behind when she discovered her true passion. She knew …
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Ep. 801 - Retirement Money Secrets with Steve Selengut
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Do you have enough saved for retirement to enjoy the quality lifestyle you desire? In this segment, Steve Selengut shares some valuable GEMS on retirement money secrets. Like the goal to become income independence, the four great financial risk minimizers, the oldest income producing investments, etc. WHO IS STEVE SELENGUT? I’m a 40+ year professio…
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In this episode, I interview Judy Whalen, an entrepreneur who has been working with leaders of healthcare and educational organizations, service businesses, foundations, government agencies, manufacturing companies, chambers of commerce, entrepreneurs and solopreneurs since 1992. She helps leaders manage strategic change by clarifying their vision …
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Ep. 800 - A Journey from War to Awakening with John Lawyer
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What does your intersection point between the real world and your spiritual path? In this segment, John Lawyer shares her personal journeyfrom war (being in the army) to his awakening. We discuss higher purpose (Dharma) and how we find it and then live it in our lives so we can be our best self, mind body and soul alignment, and spiritual path. WHO…
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Ep. 799 - Meditation for Busy People with Ann Swanson, MS
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Have you ever tried to meditate but felt as if you mind still wandered? In this segment, Ann Swanson, MS shares how meditation for busy people with busy minds can work with the right tools and modalities. Ann shares how you can incorporate 1-minute meditations in your day. Key takeaways about how to apply the 3 Science-backed keys to happiness. WHO…
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Effective leaders know how to build relational influence with their direct reports. As John Maxwell states, "Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another." As a leader, you are trying to influence your people to buy into your, or your company's, agenda and vision. From my experience, I understand…
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