Best Darlene Smith Podcasts (2024)

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S3 EP 129: Lina Hart, YA Author of Beyond Power: A Supernatural Sci-Fi Romance 28:49

5h ago28:49

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Lina Hart is an acclaimed author known for her captivating young adult sci-fi and dystopian novels and for having amazing timing. Lina just happened to message Dianne Burckhardt the same day the young adult author who had been set for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast Summ…

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The Murder of Poor Ellen Smith from Winston Salem 37:53

3d ago37:53

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In 1894, poor Ellen Smith was murdered by her ne-er do- well lover, Peter DeGraff in Winston-Salem, NC. This episode will cover a short background, the murder, trial and execution of Peter DeGraff. The story was made famous by a late nineteenth century murder ballad named Poor Ellen Smith that Peter DeGraff supposedly wrote in prison while awaiting…

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S3 EP 128: Andrew Najberg, Author of YA Horror Novel, The Neverborn Thief 47:48

6d ago47:48

47:48

Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People Today Dianne get to shares her conversation with the incredible Andrew Najberg. Andrew has built a career deeply embedded in the artistry of the written word. Having spent eighteen years as a teacher for the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, he has taught courses in creative writing, rhet…

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S3 EP 127: Takiyah Smith, Author of I Love Me! Colorful and Creative: Empowering Coloring Book Series for Girls and Boys 35:44

3h ago35:44

35:44

Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, If you have been following along this season, you know inclusion and representation has been a big theme for us. It's important for anyone to see people like themselves in books, but it's especially true for children. My guest today brings fun, creative, and empowering images to children with …

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68. Murder in Amish Country 59:58

13d ago59:58

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Edward and Katie Gingerich lived among their people, the Amish, in the early 1990s. When Ed started having various physical ailments and then mental anguish, the church tried to step in but nothing seemed to help; not herbal supplements, prescribed medicines, or hospitalization. This is the story of how Ed became the first Amish person in the US to…

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S3 EP 126: Darlene Dziomba, Author of The Lily Dreyfus Mysteries 34:20

20d ago34:20

34:20

Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, In this week's episode of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, Dianne chats with Darlene Dziomba. Darlene is a cozy mystery writer with two passion projects in her life, writing great cozy mysteries and bringing awareness to the need for pet adoptions and the great work being done at no kill sh…

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67. Lost Boys of the Allegheny Mountains 37:25

6d ago37:25

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In the spring of 1856, two brothers, seven year old George and five year old Joseph wondered off together from their cabin home in the Alleghenies Mountains of Pennsylvania. Listen to hear their tragic story. Allison Krauss Music Video Jacob's Dream https://youtu.be/sUtNRK3tYgg?si=TMerX-xqoij1dUGn Male Narrator: Curtis Hildreth Music by Isaiah Hild…

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S3 EP 125: Andreea Rus, Children's Book Author 35:31

10d ago35:31

35:31

Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne chats with Romanian born children’s book author Andreea Rus. Andreea had a clear career path in mind when she set of for college. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and followed that up with a Masters in Advertising. Both potentially financially lucrative fields. After gr…

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66. What Happened On The BlueBelle 36:46

14d ago36:46

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After a harrowing shipwreck at sea, Captain Julian Harvey was rescued just off the coast of the Bahamas in November 1961. He is pulled from a dinghy along with a deceased seven-year-old girl but none of the other passengers are found. Miraculously, four days later another survivor of the nightmare is rescued and she is barely alive. Her story of th…

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Track 6: Talking to Your Kids About Sex with Amy Lang 44:59

15d ago44:59

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We are getting a little awkward and weird in this episode, as we explore the topic of talking to kids about sex. Amy Lang, a seasoned sexual health educator, helps to unpack the best ways to approach conversations about sex and puberty with children of all ages. We cover why starting these discussions early can be crucial, how to navigate the puber…

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S3 EP 124: J.R. Sanders, Author of The Nate Ross Series 35:01

17d ago35:01

35:01

Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Recently during J.R. Sanders’ interview with Dianne Burckhardt on her podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast, the pair learned they had many things in common, from mutual author friends, to both writing historical fiction, both are trained to work in law enforcement, a…

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65. Paul Dennis Reid: Nashville's Fast Food Serial Killer 58:54

21d ago58:54

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Paul Dennis Reid also known as The Fast Food Killer is Nashville’s most notorious serial Killer. He was convicted and given seven death sentences for murdering seven people from various fast food restaurants in the Nashville area. Sources: Narrator for today’s episode Darlene Hildreth Music Isaiah Hildreth Intro Written by Sherry White Sources: Whe…

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S3 EP 123: S.B. Goncarova, Author of The Adventures with Abba Series 39:53

24d ago39:53

39:53

Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne brings you her interview with the incredible children's book author and educational platform creator, Sarah Beth Goncarova (writing as S.B. Goncarova). Sarah has not only created a fun collection of books for young readers, she has built an entertainment business around her amazin…

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64. The Icebox Murders 26:40

28d ago26:40

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Sometimes a simple "welfare check" for someone's safety turns out to be more than investigators bargained for. For the Houston Police Department in 1965, this was the case when a man called in concerned about his elderly aunt and uncle. What they found when they got inside was a nauseating scene. Narrator: Curtis Hildreth Intro and Outro Music: Isa…

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S3 EP 122: Chef Ray Sheehan, Author of Big Green Egg Basics From a Master Barbecuer 33:23

1M ago33:23

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Dianne is thrilled to share with you her conversation with Chef Ray Sheehan. With the weather warming up and summer officially just around the corner, many people like Dianne and her husband are looking forward to the opportunity to firing up their backyard cookers. While many people stick to …

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63. The Ceely Rose Murders 1:19:18

1M ago1:19:18

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On June 1896, Ceely Rose poisoned her family with arsenic because they wouldn't let her see or speak the name of their neighbor, Guy Berry. Her father, David, died within a week of being poisoned. Walter, her brother, died within two weeks and Rebecca, her mother, lived for a month before getting a second dose and then dying. Listen to hear the who…

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S3 EP 121: Mark L. Redmond, Author of The Box M Gang Series 47:45

1M ago47:45

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne shares another conversation with her friend, Mark L. Redmond. Mark is a fellow western author and was the first author Dianne ever interviewed on her podcast back when it was still Whatever Wednesdays. Mark fell in love with reading as a child. Saturday morning TV westerns were a …

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62. Lobster Boy - Grady Stiles, Jr. 34:57

2M ago34:57

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Since the 1840s the Stiles family had passed down a rare condition called Ectrodactyly that makes the hands look like lobster claws. Grady Stiles turned his family's condition into a lucrative business performing in the traveling carnival. The family was one of the main attractions for many years. But after years of dysfunction, the family became k…

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S3 EP 120: Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth 53:40

1M ago53:40

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne is sharing with all of you her interview with the incredible Theresa Payton. Theresa Payton, an illustrious figure in the domain of technology and cybersecurity, has carved a niche for herself as a pioneering force and the first female White House Chief Information Officer. Curren…

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61. The Bitter Blood Murders Pt. 2 1:36:01

2M ago1:36:01

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On June 3, 1985, police cautiously pursued a Chevy Blazer with four passengers. A slow chase had persisted for several miles-- from Greensboro into Summerfield, North Carolina. Suddenly, the Blazer stopped and a bomb was detonated from within. The vehicle and four bodies exploded into pieces on NC Hwy. 150. This is the conclusion to the harrowing s…

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Success on Purpose: Javan Smith's Journey of Faith and the Barber’s Shears to Ministry 59:11

2M ago59:11

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever faced a mountain so tall, you thought you'd never see the summit? Javan Smith joins me, Quiana, to share the incredible story of his climb—barber shears in one hand and the Bible in the other. Javan’s testimony is a powerful reminder of what unwavering faith can achieve, from overcoming academic hurdles to find…

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S3 EP 119: Ulff Lehmann, Author of The Light in the Dark Series 45:23

2M ago45:23

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Join the conversation, text us now. * Possible Trigger Warnings * Discussion of mental health issues, plus dark, grim, epic fantasy themes, and use of profane language. Bleeped words include: k1ll, sh1t, a$$hole, pro$t1tüte, ma$terb@te, and Fu©_ Hello Happy People, When you speak with Ulff Lehmann you would only know he has struggled with mental he…

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60. The Bitter Blood Murders Pt.1 1:11:25

2M ago1:11:25

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In the years between 1984 and 1985, three intertwined families experienced the murders of close family members. The murders spanned from Louisville, Kentucky to Winston Salem and Greensboro, NC. Susie Newsome Lynch and Fritz Kenner were first cousins and lovers. They shared grandiose delusions, paranoia, bitterness and a murderous hatred for the pe…

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Track 5: Empowering Our Kids: Bullying Awareness with Dāli Rivera 1:00:24

2M ago1:00:24

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I am delighted to welcome parenting coach Dāli Rivera to the podcast! Dāli joins me to discuss bullying prevention and awareness for our children. “Bullying is evolving.” Bullying is no longer just happening in schools. Back when I was a kid, the internet did not exist. But bullying now extends to online in the form of cyberbullying and can also co…

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S3 EP 118: Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow 49:42

2M ago49:42

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Join the conversation, text us now. * Possible Trigger Warning * There is a discussion of slavery and the treatment of black Americans during the American Civil War Era and how it pertains to Robert Book, In Freedom's Shadow. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne brings you her chat with author, Robert Hilliard. His latest book, In Freedom's Shadow, is …

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Professor Ben Hine - Part 3 - Extended Family Support, Legal System and The Future of Parental Alienation 55:37

3M ago55:37

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In this podcast episode, we delve into the second half of the book "Parental Alienation: A Contemporary Guide for Parents, Practitioners, and Policymakers." We explore common mistakes made by parents during divorce that exacerbate parental alienation. The discussion highlights how societal norms and expectations influence these behaviors, often uni…

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S3 EP 117: Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi 33:02

2M ago33:02

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Join the conversation, text us now. *Trigger warnings* Today's episode contains an open discussion of mental illness and emotional abuse. You will hear a word bleeped at least twice in this episode. That word is sui©ide. We did this to ensure this episode does not get removed by censors. Today Dianne is joined by another expat author, Kezia Kos, a …

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59. The Ballroom Murders 41:07

3M ago41:07

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An episode of America's Most Wanted in 1989 showcased the story of John List who killed his entire family - wife, mother, and three children - leaving them in the ballroom of their 19-room mansion. More than one viewer called in to say that John List looked strikingly like their neighbor, Bob Clark. After fingerprints prove they were one and the sa…

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S3 EP 116: N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper 33:03

2M ago33:03

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne talks with the wonderful sci-fi author, N. Joseph Glass (Joseph). Like Dianne, Joseph is an American expat in Europe. He is an Italian American currently living in Milan, Italy. In recent years, he has devoted his time, along with his two grown sons, to helping the refugee communi…

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58. The Martyrdom of John and Betty Stam 1:05:06

3M ago1:05:06

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In December 1934, a young missionary couple, John and Betty Stam, were beheaded by Communist soldiers in Anhui Province along with a Chinese Christian brother named Chang Shushing. Listen to their story here. Male Narrator: Curtis Hildreth Music: Sherry White Sources: By Life or By Death: The Life and Legacy of John and Betty Stam By Andrew Montone…

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Dialog With Darlene: The Art of Setting Godly Boundaries and Spiritual Discipline 1:10:04

3M ago1:10:04

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the transformative power of setting boundaries that honor God and protect our spiritual health as Elder Harper and I explore the complexities of living a life aligned with divine wisdom. Crafting boundaries is an art, and today, we're unraveling the canvas of scriptures, personal experiences, and profound insights t…

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S3 EP 115: Nandita Godbole, Cookbook Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends 49:07

3M ago49:07

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne is thrilled to bring another amazing cookbook author to all of you. Nandita Godbole has reinvented herself many times. She has been a botanist and a landscape architect, but family influence finally won out as she followed in the footsteps of many others in her family and ventured…

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57: The Bloody Benders: Homicidal Homesteaders 54:07

3M ago54:07

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As Westward expansion began in the US after the Civil War, homesteaders staked land claims across the plains. One family set up a crude store and Inn along the trail, taking advantage of the location where many a weary traveler would pass by. But many of those travelers began to disappear after stopping at the Bender's place. What searchers found o…

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Getting Real on Custody Issues with Kindra Riber 34:30

3M ago34:30

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Kindra Riber, your co-host of this podcast, was interviewed by the ladies on Obsessed. This podcast focuses on the real struggle of parents who are alienated from their children during divorce. This has been a Mediacasters Production.

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A Super Quick Update: New Episodes Are Coming! 5:40

4M ago5:40

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Hey everyone, Darlene here. TLDR: New episodes are coming! Just wanted to pop in with a quick update. April’s always a whirlwind for me, what with birthdays, Spring Break, and the start of racing season. So, I’ve been a bit out of the office lately. But fear not! New episodes are just around the corner. Starting soon, you can expect fresh podcast i…

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S3 EP 114: A. J. Landau, Author(s) of Leave No Trace 55:21

3M ago55:21

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People Dianne brings you her first ever writing team interview. While she has interviewed authors with a partner, she's never interviewed both authors in the same interview. She had so much fun talking with Jeff Ayers and Jon Land, she may have to reconsider and do more multi-author interviews. Both m…

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56. North Carolina's Killer Baptist Preacher: Reverend George Washington Carawan 41:49

3M ago41:49

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Reverend George Washington Carawan was charged and found guilty of the murder of a school teacher named Clement H. Lassiter . After learning the jury had found him guilty and that he would be hanged for his crime, Reverend Carawan pulled a gun and shot the prosecutor and then himself. Male Narrator- Curtis Hildreth Music- Isaiah Hildreth Sources ne…

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Operate In Boldness 28:07

4M ago28:07

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The broadcast starts on Wednesday at 4:30pm. Scripture: 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. Subject: Operate in Boldness. I pray that this broadcast will be a blessing to you, please share thank you and God bless. And if God leads you to sow it will be a blessing in the furthering of the word of God. CashA…

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S3 EP 113: Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship 38:27

3M ago38:27

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today Dianne shares with you the amazing interview she had with author Boo Trundle. The women had a very deep discussion about the introspective process behind writing books, fiction or nonfiction, when the author puts so much of themselves into the work and how it can affect not only the auth…

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55. I'd Kill For a Piece of Chocolate 32:43

4M ago32:43

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The seaside town of Brighton, England had a string of poisonings in the late 1870's. The victims became severely sick after eating chocolate cream candies from a local sweet shop owned by J. G. Maynard. Mr. Maynard rid his shop of the chocolate inventory, but townsfolk continued getting sick and one young boy died after eating a piece of the offend…

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From Law Enforcement to Family Court: A Journey of Resilience and Advocacy with Tom Flynn 1:03:32

4M ago1:03:32

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Tom, a law enforcement officer for 27 years, shares his harrowing journey through a brutal divorce filled with false accusations of domestic violence. He unveils a shocking statistic: nearly 1 in 3 law enforcement officers facing divorce encounter such accusations, highlighting the depth of manipulation during family disputes. His narrative delves …

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Darlene Hawley: Knowing Your Worth 1:00:25

4M ago1:00:25

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In this episode, Sherley speaks with Personal Branding and Online Business Coach, Darlene Hawley. As a teen mom, Darlene had to grow up very quickly. Things were steady for awhile but steady does not equal fulfilled. Then, losing her mother, catapulted Darlene in a new direction. She knew that the imbalance of retail management and motherhood had b…

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Kim Boudreau Smith: Talks Smart Entrepreneurship 1:03:12

4M ago1:03:12

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In this episode, Sherley is in conversation with Leadership, Communication, and Business Coach, Kim Boudreau Smith. After falling asleep while driving at an intersection, Kim knew she needed to make a change. A life change. Running on autopilot, she was a bit lost, shall we say. From working in the fitness world to working in the corporate space, K…

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Kellina Powell: Deaf Advocacy 48:09

4M ago48:09

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In this episode, Sherley is in conversation with Disability Advocate, Kellina Powell. Through her experiences as a deaf individual, Kellina was inspired to develop a program that specializes in building self esteem for young adults with disabilities. In this discussion, Kellina walks us through the moment that she and her family realized she was de…

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Dr. Debi Silber: Healing From Betrayal 53:04

4M ago53:04

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In this episode, Sherley speaks with Holistic Psychologist, Dr. Debi Silber and Founder of PBT® (Post Betrayal Transformation®) Institute. Dr. Debi has studied betrayal and made healing from betrayal her profession. Featured on TedX, CBS, Glamour, SELF, WebMD, and more, Dr. Debi means business and she wants you to know it. What holds us back? What …

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S3 EP 112: Khushi T. Saha, Interracial Romance Author - Bonus Love Fest Author 33:45

3M ago33:45

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Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People, Today we bring you an interview with the incredible interracial romance author, Khushi T. Saha. Dianne and Khushi talked about her writing process, all of her published works, and an upcoming event where fans could actually meet her. They did the usual five quick questions that turned out surp…

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54. The Disappearance and Murder of Alma Kellner 1:11:36

4M ago1:11:36

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Alma Kellner born in 1901, was the daughter of wealthy brewers in Louisville, Kentucky.On December 8, 1909, Alma disappeared on her way to attend mass at St. John's Roman Catholic Church, not far from her home. At first it was believed she had been kidnapped but no ransom demands were ever made. Approximately six months from the time she went missi…

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Krystal Holm: Decluttering 1:12:13

4M ago1:12:13

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In this episode, Sherley speaks with Feng Shui Designer and Clutter Expert, Krystal Holm. Krystal is on a mission to empower women to declutter their lives physically, mentally, and emotionally. First, Krystal walks us through her own life journey which includes living in a home full of abuse, racism, misogyny, narcissism, and more negative energy.…

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Sarah Tuberty: Stop Hiding Yourself 1:05:52

4M ago1:05:52

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In this episode, Sherley speaks to Flight Attendant Sarah who has a Doctorate in clinical occupational therapy. It’s quite fascinating learning about the different roles of an occupational therapist, especially as Sarah uses her experience as an accessibility coordinator. And that’s just the beginning! Next, Sarah shares anecdotes of disability adv…

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Syaisha Alexander: Childhood Story 1:05:04

4M ago1:05:04

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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide. The National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is 988 if you or someone you know needs help. In this episode, Sherley speaks to Travel CNA, Syaisha Alexander about her past, present, and future. First, we learn about Syaisha’s youth which includes but is not limited to an abusive relationship in high schoo…

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