Best Marti Statler Podcasts (2024)

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Q: How Do You Turn a Book into a 6-Figure Business? 13:40

5d ago13:40

13:40

Send Marti a text message HERE! To listen to the full episode with Trina Gunzel, go to episode 2 or click here! This is one of the best moments of episode 2 with Trina Gunzel. In this conversation, Marti and Trina cover strategies for integrating challenges, courses, and consultative offers within a book to drive sales. Practical advice for authors…

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Rx for Storyteller Wellness with Therapist Shulamit Ber Levtov 32:13

11d ago32:13

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In this episode, I sit down with Shulamit Ber Levtov, "The Entrepreneurs' Therapist," to address a critical issue in the nonprofit world: the mental health of storytellers who bear witness to challenging narratives. In the nonprofit sector, many of us wear multiple hats - we're not just storytellers but also fundraisers, advocates, project managers…

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Q: Why Do I Keep Procrastinating When It Comes to Writing & Publishing? 7:02

13d ago7:02

7:02

Send Marti a text message HERE! To listen to the full episode with Laura McKenna, go to episode 10 or click here! This is one of the best moments of episode 10 with Laura McKenna. In this conversation, Marti and Laura discuss the concept of our 'vision self' and 'protection self' and how that ties back to procrastination. Marty dives into how our i…

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Q: Should You Pay or Be Paid to Publish a Book? 8:21

23d ago8:21

8:21

Send Marti a text message HERE! To listen to the full episode with Tasha Christy, go to episode 9 or click here! This is one of the best moments of episode 9 with Tasha Christy. In this conversation, Marti and Tasha discuss the financial aspects involved in self-publishing and the importance of early marketing when it comes to selling books. They a…

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Beyond Sensationalism: Navigating Human Trafficking Stories with Matthew Fairfax 40:12

25d ago40:12

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Join us as we explore the complex world of human trafficking storytelling with Matthew Fairfax, co-founder of the Justice and Soul Foundation. Content warning: This episode discusses sex trafficking and sexual violence. Please be mindful of your emotional capacity while listening. Matthew's journey from salon owner to advocate is both surprising an…

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Q: What Do I Need To Know Before Writing a Book? 11:51

30d ago11:51

11:51

Send Marti a text message HERE! To listen to the full episode with Kirsten “Kiki” Ringer, go to episode 1 or click here! This is one of the best moments of episode 1 with Kiki Ringer. In this conversation, Marti and Kiki discuss crucial considerations for authors before publishing, including defining end goals, understanding target audiences, and m…

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Sensory Story Gathering with Madeleine St. John 27:25

1M ago27:25

27:25

In this episode Imagine if story gathering wasn't just about words on a page or voice-to-voice. What if we could capture narratives through the stroke of a paintbrush, the sculpting of clay, or the graceful movements of dance? In this fascinating episode, we dive into this very realm with Madeleine St. John, whose vocation spans from nonprofit comm…

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Safely Telling Youth-Centered Stories with Janelle Suzanne 38:49

2M ago38:49

38:49

In this episode In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Janelle Suzanne, the managing partner and chief marketing officer at Louder Agency. Janelle and I take on the complex topic of youth-centered storytelling, offering valuable insights into the delicate balance between sharing impactful narratives and protecting vulnerable childre…

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Painful Stories in Public Defense with Sy Hoekstra 41:04

2M ago41:04

41:04

In this powerful episode, former public defender Sy Hoekstra shares his experiences working in family court, shedding light on the often-overlooked challenges within the child welfare system. A system where both families and public defenders have no choice but to tell incredibly traumatic stories. Content Warning: Sy describes the traumatic impact …

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Creating Trauma-Informed Spaces with Frank Velásquez Jr. 26:39

3M ago26:39

26:39

Are you ready for a masterclass in trauma-informed space holding? In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we are joined by Frank Velásquez Jr., founder of 4 the Hood and creator of the Ascending Leaders in Color Fellowship program. Frank pulls back the curtain on how he creates protected spaces for leaders of color to connect, grow, and authentica…

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Lessons From a Social Justice-Driven Oral Historian with Cliff Mayotte 33:05

3M ago33:05

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Cliff Mayotte, a seasoned oral historian and co-author of the book Say It Forward: A Guide to Social Justice Storytelling shares invaluable insights from his experiences as a social justice-centered storyteller. Cliff's journey began with a deep love for theater and a transformative encounter with Studs Terkel's oral histories, which ignited his pa…

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E32. The Importance of an Outside Perspective and 4 Simple Ways to Write Your Book with Ashlee Sang 40:17

4M ago40:17

40:17

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In today’s episode, I have the great Ashlee Sang with me and we’re talking about the power of having an outside perspective to reflect back to us what was obvious and we just couldn’t see on our own – and the 4 different ways to use messaging and thought leadership to write a …

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E31. What Type Of Writing Coach Do You Need? Find The Writing Coach That’s Right For You 15:39

4M ago15:39

15:39

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In today’s episode, we are going to be talking about writing coaches. There’s an abundance of writing coaches out there and it can be difficult to discover who to work with. I’ve talked to people who have hired writing coaches that ended up not being a good fit for them. So, I…

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Building an Inclusive and Values-Driven Brand with Crystal Whiteaker 23:34

4M ago23:34

23:34

In this episode, Crystal Whitaker, an inclusive branding and leadership development consultant, shares her insights on creating authentic, values-driven brands that foster a sense of belonging. Crystal delves into the fine line between intentional inclusion and performative actions, stressing the need for consistent, year-round efforts that go beyo…

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E30. Tax Basics for Authors: Personal Tax Returns, Book Sales Tax, and How to Find the Right CPA with Dawn Scott 50:54

4M ago50:54

50:54

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In today’s episode, I have empowered CPA Dawn Scott with me and we talk about taxes, yes, but also so much more. Dawn Scott has spent almost 20 years helping entrepreneurs streamline their businesses and get comfortable with the accounting and tax side of their businesses. If …

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E29. Publishing a Children’s Book: Here's Everything You Need to Know! 20:39

4M ago20:39

20:39

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m talking about one of the favorite things I do at Rebel Queen: publishing children’s books. There has been so much coming up lately as it pertains to children's books. I’ve been getting a lot of questions about this topic, so I decided to do a podcast ep…

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Overcoming Fundraiser Fatigue with Micah James 25:34

4M ago25:34

25:34

Fundraising is a calling fueled by a passion for important causes. However, the weight of connecting resources to meet overwhelming needs can lead to burnout for even the most dedicated fundraisers. In this candid discussion, veteran fundraiser Micah James opens up about the unique stresses faced by those tasked with championing non-profit missions…

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E28. Reframing the Stories We Tell Ourselves with Kenzie Groh 37:40

5M ago37:40

37:40

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. I have Kenzie Groh with me today and we are talking about the secret sauce and some really important things that can change your life with her practical advice. Kenzie Groh is a passionate and transformational women's life and mindset coach. With a unique blend of subconscious…

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E27. What You Need To Know When Writing a Story and Including Someone Else 16:47

5M ago16:47

16:47

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m answering the questions I always get from authors when they’re writing a story that includes another individual or that, at some point in their book, are writing about another individual. We’re going to dive into defamation of character, rights of publi…

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Exploring Storyteller Self-Care with Liz Jackson 28:37

5M ago28:37

28:37

As a development director at NAMI, Liz Jackson is immersed in the powerful and often painful stories of those impacted by mental illness. In this episode, she shares her journey of learning the critical importance of self-care for storytellers bearing witness to trauma. Liz openly discusses the warning signs that she was approaching burnout early i…

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E26. Let It Be Easy: Choose the Temporary Hard That Frees You with LauraAura 56:49

5M ago56:49

56:49

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker podcast. In today’s episode, I have with me my business bestie of 16+ years and one of the bravest people I know, LauraAura. Laura is a vibrant speaker, coach, author-in-the-making, and host of The Gutsy Podcast, a Top 100 Podcast, and all-around visionary. She is an Alignment Coach fo…

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Emotionally Health Activism with Jonathan Walton 35:08

5M ago35:08

35:08

In the first episode of our special series on mental health in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we discuss maintaining emotional health while continuing your activism. Many activists burn out quickly due to compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and a lack of emotional self-care. In this episode, Jonathan Walton opens up about his o…

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Body Scan Meditation for Storyteller Wellness With Carol Flanagan 19:02

5M ago19:02

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Carol will guide us through a 20-minute body scan meditation. The body scan is a practice of systematically bringing gentle attention to each part of the body. It helps us become more present and aware of the physical sensations we often ignore or tune out. With this awareness, we can release areas of tightness or tension. Before you press play, fi…

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E25. 4 Tips to Get Your Book Out of Your Head + What You Need To Know To Get Your Book Published (Traditionally or Independently) 25:03

5M ago25:03

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Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In this episode we are picking up where we left off in the last solo episode and continue talking about traditional book publishing and self-publishing. If you decide that traditional publishing is for you, today I walk you through the first steps to getting a publisher: creat…

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E24. Ditching the Golden Handcuffs and Grabbing Life by the Dreams with Karin Freeland 45:27

5M ago45:27

45:27

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker podcast. I have Karin Freeland with me today and we are talking about going through a midlife awakening, dropping out of corporate to pursue what fulfills you, and self-publishing two books. After over 15 years in the corporate environment, Karin Freeland left to “Grab Life by the Drea…

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E23 Traditional Publishing or Self-Publishing? All You Need To Know To Decide Which One Is Best For You 25:45

6M ago25:45

25:45

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast and welcome to the second solo episode of the podcast. I promised to have more 1:1 conversations with you and I’m delivering. Today we’re going to talk about the difference between traditional publishing and self-publishing. There are so many different publishing models out the…

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Human-Centered AI and Data with Meena Das 33:16

6M ago33:16

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AI has seemed to blow in like a tornado this past year. The rapid development of AI has brought both excitement and concerns around potential biases and inequities. In this episode, data equity expert Meena discusses why we need to be intentional about centering humans and promoting inclusivity as AI becomes more ubiquitous. Meena emphasizes that d…

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E22 Kickstarting Change and Generational Healing with Kate Wilburn 44:21

6M ago44:21

44:21

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker podcast. Today’s guest is one of my best friends, Kate Wilburn, and we are talking about family, healing generational trauma, creating new legacies, finding gratitude, and kickstarting change for others. Kate is a CEO by day and a mompreneur by night. She’s got her hands full running s…

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E21. Lifting The Fog Off Of Publishing, One Episode at A Time with The Rebel Maker Podcast 11:57

6M ago11:57

11:57

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast! In this episode, we’re kicking off Season 2 of the podcast with a solo episode because we need to talk. Amazing guests have joined us in Season 1 and we uncovered a lot about publishing, writing books, making money as an author, finding your voice, selling, and much more. But …

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When Telling Your Story with Marti Statler 24:44

6M ago24:44

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Giving voice to our stories, especially the painful chapters, can be a daunting yet profoundly healing journey. Many of us hold back, grappling with self-doubt and the fear of revisiting trauma. However, as Marti Statler, CEO of Rebel Queen Books, passionately shares, bravely articulating your narrative through writing can be a transformative act o…

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Unconditional Love As A Principle of Trauma-Informed Care, with Rev. Sanghoon Yoo 27:01

7M ago27:01

27:01

Reverend Sanghoon Yoo has walked an incredible journey - from a social worker dealing with trauma and crisis to becoming a pastor and experiencing his own period of trauma and burnout. This led him to the trauma-informed care movement over a decade ago. In this episode Rev. Yoo shares how principles of unconditional love and creating a "community o…

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Why Trauma-Informed Language Matters With Cody Hays 35:07

7M ago35:07

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The way we communicate about traumatic experiences matters deeply. This episode dives into the importance of using trauma-informed language with nonprofit marketing expert Cody Hays. The discussion explores how word choices can inadvertently re-traumatize individuals or marginalized groups. Cody shares strategies for communicating about sensitive t…

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The Complexities of Cross-Cultural Storytelling with Christy Kern 43:59

8M ago43:59

43:59

The most compelling yet exploitative stories often caricature complex experiences. When we know better, we can do better. Ethical storytellers build connections and go deeper into issues. They leave room for nuance, get permission, and make sure stories enlighten people rather than just expose them. The result? Story owners are dignified and respec…

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Informed Consent Conversations with Diana Farias Heinrich 39:19

8M ago39:19

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When it comes to nonprofit marketing, personal stories are powerful. But we need to be careful—not every story is ours to tell. Diana Farias Heinrich, founder of Habrá Marketing, joins us on the podcast to tell us how she learned this the hard way when a story she shared had unexpected consequences for the young woman involved. Motivated by this ey…

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E20. Finally Removing Your Resistance to Writing with Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist And Master Neuroenergetics PractitionerAmyLee Westervelt 41:06

9M ago41:06

41:06

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker podcast. I have got AmyLee Westervelt with me today and we are talking about the masculine and feminine, creating your reality through manifestation, and finally removing your resistance to writing. As a certified clinical hypnotherapist and master neuroenergetics practitioner, AmyLee …

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E19. The Concept of Duality, Creating through Genius And Unconscious Programming with Dawn Christian 38:13

9M ago38:13

38:13

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker podcast. This is one of my favorite episodes, (and I knew it was going to be even before we started recording) because I have Dawn Christian as my guest. Dawn is an Oracle, Alchemist, and Metaphysical Advisor for women in life, business, and relationships. She has been supporting women…

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The Brilliant Body: Unpacking Trauma and Its Impact with Katie Kurtz 43:56

9M ago43:56

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In this interview with trauma expert Katie Kurtz, listeners can expect to come away with an expanded understanding of trauma and what it means to operate through a trauma-informed lens. Katie provides clarity around key trauma definitions and outlines competencies ranging from basic awareness to active trauma responsiveness, empowering listeners to…

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Maria’s Journey to Trauma-Informed Storytelling with Rain Bennett 39:51

9M ago39:51

39:51

In the inaugural episode of her "When Bearing Witness" podcast, host Maria Bryan is interviewed by veteran podcaster Rain about becoming a trauma-informed storyteller. Listeners can expect to learn Maria's origin story of arriving at this work after a student asked a pivotal question about incorporating trauma-informed practices into nonprofit stor…

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E18. Leaving Corporate to Start a Business And Write a Book with Shannon Talbot 44:54

9M ago44:54

44:54

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast! In this episode, we meet Shannon Talbot, a corporate dropout, coach, speaker, and author. She shares her journey from deciding to leave the corporate world to founding her coaching and consulting business and fulfilling her dream of writing a book. We talk openly about managin…

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E17. Stepping into Your Confidence to Uplevel Your Business with Published Author Elaine Turso 47:00

9M ago47:00

47:00

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to The Rebel Maker podcast. Today’s guest is Elaine Turso and we are talking all about stepping into your confidence and leveling up your business. Elaine is a Business Consultant who specializes in building a business around your values and customer experience, specifically focusing on behind-the-scenes…

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E16. Taking Up Space And Being Audacious with Sarah Murphy 46:56

9M ago46:56

46:56

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker Podcast. Today’s guest is Sarah Murphy and we are talking all about taking up space and being audacious in your business. Sarah is an educator, clarity coach, and business strategist. She has a master's degree in business and has built multiple six-figure businesses. She consistently d…

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E15. Navigating The Book Publishing Process And Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Autumn Cohen 34:19

10M ago34:19

34:19

Send Marti a text message HERE! Sensitive Content Warning: in this episode, we talk about difficult topics such as stillborn babies and infant loss. Please be mindful and gentle with yourself before hitting play. Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. Today, I have Autumn Cohen as my guest. Autumn is the mother of two living daughters and a still…

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E14. Trauma-Informed Storytelling with Maria Bryan 47:46

10M ago47:46

47:46

Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker podcast. I am so stoked to have Maria Bryan as my guest today. Maria is a trauma-informed storytelling trainer. She helps nonprofit leaders tell powerful and impactful stories that resist harm and is a firm believer that storytellers make the world a healthier, safer, cleaner, and happ…

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E13. Wanna Write a Book? Finding Your Message with TEDx Speaker Marta Spirk 36:22

10M ago36:22

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Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker podcast. I am so excited to have Marta Spirk with me today. I have fangirled over Marta for a hot minute and she is by far one of the most inspiring women I know. Marta is a wife, a triplet mom, a recording artist, and a TEDx speaker. She's an author, and she's a visibility strategist.…

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E12. From Homeless, IV Drug Addict & Felon to Published Author, Speaker, And 6-Figure Business Owner with Jenn Henry 45:40

10M ago45:40

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Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker podcast. I am so excited to have Jenn Henry with me today. Jenn is an ex-homeless, ex-IV drug addict, felon turned published author, speaker, coach, and six-figure business owner. She is proof that it doesn't matter where you come from, or where you start, it matters where you keep goi…

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E11. Writing, Editing, and Publishing a Fiction Book with Molly (Kendall) Lynch 44:05

11M ago44:05

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Send Marti a text message HERE! My first love is non-fiction. That’s why I’m so excited to have Molly Kendall with me on today’s episode of The Rebel Maker. Molly is a well-rounded publisher and writer whose specialty is fiction. Molly is a kind, quick-witted, quiet Christian girl who appreciates dramatic stories, adores nature, and loves to inspir…

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The Trailer 1:16

11M ago1:16

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Welcome to The When Bearing Witness Podcast! This is an invitation to explore trauma-informed storytelling, a safe and healthy process of gathering and telling difficult stories. Join me as I engage in thought-provoking conversations with trauma-informed experts and social-good storytellers coming together to shape the intersection of trauma-inform…

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E10. Procrastinating Writing That Book? Time to Meet Your Vision-Self with Laura McKenna 47:34

11M ago47:34

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Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker podcast. My guest today is my friend, Laura McKenna. With over 20 years of teaching and coaching experience, Laura is relentless in her calling to equip military and veteran women leaders to show up in their lives as themselves, achieve their potential, and make an impact that is meani…

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E9. From Speech Pathologist to Intuitive Copywriter & Copy Coach with Tasha Christy 39:54

11M ago39:54

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Send Marti a text message HERE! Welcome back to the Rebel Maker podcast. Today I have Tasha Christy with me and she is a perfect example of saying yes to opportunities, staying open to all possibilities, and trusting yourself. Tasha is an intuitive copywriter, ghostwriter, wordsmith, and copy coach. Tasha is known for helping her clients craft powe…

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E8. Behind the Scenes of Book Printing & Publishing with Shannon Bigham 59:50

11M ago59:50

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Send Marti a text message HERE! Have you ever wondered how your book goes from words on a screen to a physical book in your hands? That’s what we’re discussing in today’s episode of The Rebel Maker! I’ve got Shannon Bigham as my guest today and she is an expert on all things printing. She has spent the better part of her career in corporate printin…

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