More Exemplary is an ongoing quest: to determine the ways we can live our lives better and more completely. The path to contentment includes looking deep within as well as connecting with the world around you. I’m connecting with some of my favorite people from different walks of life in order to learn how they find happiness for themselves and enhance the world for others. I’m also drawing on my experience as a licensed therapist to help people figure out how to create nourishing and sustai ...
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Do you want to be a therapist? Do you want your practice to grow? Do you want to fill your caseload? Are you tired of feeling like your practice isn't where it should be? If so, this podcast is for you. I'm Nick Bognar, and my mission is to help therapists fill their caseloads and grow their dream practices by helping them develop the skills and mindset of a successful businessperson. In each episode, we'll cover one aspect of running a successful therapy practice—from marketing yourself eff ...
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Co-hosted by couple Lucas and Marissa Farrell, the founders of the popular Instagram account STL Bucket List. Lucas and Marissa discuss all things St. Louis with some of the city's most influential people. This weekly show highlights guest speakers with a passion for serving the community through talents, businesses, entrepreneurship, and influence. Tune in every Wednesday for real conversations with compelling minds in and around St. Louis.
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Audrey Helps Actors is exactly what it sounds like! Every episode Audrey invites someone from the business to chat about everything from advice for auditions and getting a new agent, to the nitty gritty of different theatrical markets and information about how you can better use your union.
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Hosts Brian San Marco and Martin Wagmaister debut the Remedy Of Words podcast and introduce you to a different type of conversation about mental health. The broadcast industry veterans use their own mental health journeys and life lessons to reach out to other men for an honest, raw and eye-opening conversation that will include a variety of “guy”-related topics.
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Randy Girsch - Sticks in Hands (St. Louis Blues)
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We’re joined by Randy Girsch, Vice President, Community Development & Event Management: Executive Director of Blues for Kids Foundation. Blues for Kids, the charitable trust of the St. Louis Blues, has a mission to positively impact programs and services that improve health and wellness of youth in the St. Louis area. Thanks to the commitment of Bl…
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Chris & Tyler from Vetta Sports - Building a Sports Legacy in St. Louis
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We hosted our friends at Vetta Sports on the podcast. Vetta Sports was founded in 1988 with the mission of providing high-quality sports programs and facilities to the St. Louis community. Initially starting with indoor soccer, Vetta quickly expanded its offerings to include tennis, volleyball, fitness programs, and more, becoming a multi-sport hub…
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Sara McCarty opens up about the inspiration behind the online resource, website, podcast, community, and magazine, Run Wild My Child. McCarty expresses the importance of getting families outside, and offers a resource of ideas and activities to engage in the outdoors. The community of writers highlights voices from all around the globe. Run Wild My…
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Craig Kaminer - Sophisticated Living Magazine (The SOPHI Awards 2024)
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We’re joined by Craig Kaminer of Sophisticated Living Magazine. In this episode we discuss the upcoming SOPHI Awards, his career before the magazine, and more. A native of New York City, Craig has spent the last 35 years developing campaigns for some of the leading consumer/lifestyle brands in St. Louis -- and the world. It was cool to see what goe…
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Dave & Kara Bailey - Building a Restaurant Legacy
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For the past 20 years, The Bailey family has been a staple for the St. Louis culinary scene. Dave and Kara Baileys' story began in the early 2000's as they met while Dave was serving tables at Sasha's on Demun. In 2004, they opened the doors to Baileys' Chocolate Bar which has became a classic St. Louis establishment over the next 20 years. It didn…
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Gerard Craft - Crafting the Culinary Scene since 2005
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Gerard Craft discusses his experience as a business owner and award-winning chef. He attributes his success to his hard-working and dedicated team, as well the ability to overcome the challenges over the last 20 years. Craft started out as a transplant to the St. Louis area and has since built a team of 400 employees with restaurants and businesses…
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Dustin & Whitney Cole - Entrepreneurship & Açaí Bowls
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We're joined by Dustin & Whitney Cole, the married-duo behind Berrybox Superfood Bar at The City Foundry and Clayton. Dustin and Whitney's love story has always been surrounded by entrepreneurship. Before Berrybox, the couple owned a nail salon. During their time living in other states, they quickly fell in love with health and wellness and discove…
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Evolution Festival is one of the largest music festivals in our region which originally launched in 2023. Joe and the team have a big vision for the event this year headlined by The Killers and Beck. Joe has been in the music industry his entire adult life, we chat with him on the ups and downs of live entertainment, what to expect at this years fe…
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Nicky Slices - The Coolest Club in The World
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We’re joined by Nicky Slices Pizza, a local pizza concept that has gained huge success slangin’ slices on IG. Nicky has had a passion for food that sprouted from his father, who used to own a slice shop in St. Louis when he was a child. With an emphasis on creative specials and high quality Detroit-style pies, Nicky Slices is a weekly staple for ma…
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Nick Bognar - Elevating the St. Louis Food Scene
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The prolific chef behind Indo and Sado, Nick Bognar joins us on the show. James Beard Rising Star, Food & Wine Best New Chef, GQ’s Best New Restaurant are just a few of Nick’s career accomplishments. We chat with Bognar on his early career learning from some of the best chefs in the country to working alongside his family restaurant here in St. Lou…
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UMSL Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center Executive Director Scott Morris has a background in mergers and acquisitions. He began his second career in higher education to help business owners learn strategy and business development, build strong networks, and gain access to resources for growth. UMSL EIC's work to boost the local economy starting wi…
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Josh Allen has been the founder and owner of Companion Baking since 1993. In a previous work environment he experienced the joy of baking bread with simple ingredients. Knowing that no loaf is perfect, Josh found a love in the craft, which he shares with his family, companions, and community. Today’s episode highlights the upbringing and background…
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Loss can be a devastating experience for any human being, whether they have mental health issues or not. Martin and Brian discuss what the last few weeks have been like since the loss of Martin’s beloved dog, Dexter. The guys differentiate the feeling of loss versus the feeling of being depressed and explain how they have handled their most difficu…
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Episode 125 - Leveling Up with Melanie McNulty
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This week Audrey Moore talks with Melanie McNulty! Melanie is an actor/filmmaker who just made the move from Chicago to Los Angeles. They discuss how to find your casting on different shows with different tones, how to do market research, and how to move to a new market! Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: Audrey…
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Leslie & Val (Frizz Fest) - Safe, Seen, and Celebrated
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Today’s episode is about all things frizzy and fabulous. Tune in to hear from creators of St. Louis’s major event, the voices behind the nonprofit, Frizz Fest, Leslie and Val Hughes. With the 7th annual Frizz Fest in Tower Grove park quickly approaching September 21st, this episode unlocks the inspiring story behind Frizz Fest. The natural beauty f…
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S2Ep3: Building a Successful Trauma-Informed Practice (with Danielle Golan)
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In this episode, I get the wonderful opportunity to have a conversation with Danielle Golan, founder of The Feeling Space, an LGBTQIA and ENM/poly-affirming group practice in Southern California. Danielle shares insights into her specialty in trauma, including PTSD, CPTSD, and EMDR and brain spotting modalities, as well as how to initiate and marke…
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Episode 124 - Leveling Up with Jake Wyse
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This week Audrey Moore talks with Jake Wyse! Jake is an actor who called in on a previous episode and left a worrying message about quitting his awesome job and blowing his savings to move to LA and become an actor. We discuss that, how to network, how to move to a new market, and how to transition to acting full-time while maintaining a stable job…
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UCP Heartland - Wing Ding + Special Guest Lawyer Paige
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The ultimate wing throw down is back and better than ever! Get ready to try incredible wing creations in 3 categories including traditional buffalo, dry rub, and specialty from 13 heavy-hitting local restaurants. You be the judge of who will take home the coveted People’s Choice Award while our line-up of local celebrity judges help pick with winne…
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S2Ep2: The Jensen Effect: Suiting Up & Showing Up (with Ian Jensen)
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This week on the Action Practice Building podcast, I dive into the essentials of establishing a successful trauma therapy practice with my guest (and fellow bearer of a theater undergrad degree) Ian Jensen, a licensed marriage and family therapist from Silver Lake, California. Ian shares his journey and valuable insights on how to navigate the chal…
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Episode 123 - I Have Questions with Elizabeth Ho
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This week Audrey Moore talks actor/crafter/badass Elizabeth Ho! Liz has been a series regular on many shows including Disjointed, Merry Happy Whatever, and a new podcast series called Real Housewives of Dungeons and Dragons. They answer all of your burning questions in an ALL LISTENER QUESTION episode! Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetwor…
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S4E1: Burnout Patterns and What To Do With Them (with Monica Helvie)
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It's hardly a secret that therapists (and other helpers) and the best, brightest, and kindest folks out there. But what about when the relentless performance and sacrifice wear us down? On this episode, Monica Helvie, LMFT, sits with me and explains the inner workings of overfunctioning caregivers that lead to exhaustion and burnout- and walks us t…
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What is it that drives Young Men to Shoot people? This has been on my mind. Help me understand. Please.By Brian San Marco, Martin Wagmaister
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Birch Tree Recovery - The Mental Health Minute
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Introducing our newest podcast partners, we're beyond excited to work with Birch Tree Recovery. Wherever you are on your journey, Birch Tree Recovery can work alongside you to create a healthier life, establish self-connection, instill effective coping mechanisms, eliminate anxiety, depression and further the path of your individual success in reco…
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Episode 31: Have Family, Will Travel. Stressfully.
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Brian and Martin show us another example of men helping men as the guys talk about Brian’s current family trip. He travelled across the country with his mother and kids to visit his brother and it hasn’t been the nice, relaxing vacation he expected. He explains the pitfalls of being a parent with mental health obstacles and how certain issues can e…
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S2Ep1: I Am Strong, I Am Powerful (with Patrick Muñoz)
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The vast majority of my coaching students tell me that they know that confidence is important in networking situations, but that it feels out of reach for them. How can we be confident -and appear confident- in situations where we're talking with strangers about ourselves and our businesses? In this episode, prominent Hollywood vocal coach and all-…
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Episode 122 - Leveling Up with Robyn Keller
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This week Audrey Moore talks to actress Robyn Keller! Robyn is an actress based in Los Angeles, known for her vibrant personality, her passion for both theater and film/tv! They discuss the importance of financial stability and confidence in pursuing acting, strategies for managing mulitple jobs, and the best ways to network. Sponsored by: Casting …
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Andy Moulton - Peacemaker Defense Group & Ten8 Project
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Support the showBy Lucas & Marissa Farrell
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Episode 30: Helping Myself Out, Step By Step: A Conversation with Nick Bognar, MFT. Part 2
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Marriage and family therapist, Nick Bognar, rejoins Brian and Martin for more conversation on the benefits of therapy for men. The guys ask Nick about how COVID and social media have affected the minds of men and how he has approached both of these mental health hurdles. The guys also discuss the idea that men becoming more sensitive and open with …
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Episode 121 - Workaholics R Us - Nick Bognar
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This week Audrey Moore talks to licensed therapist Nick Bognar! Nick moved to LA to become an actor, but quickly shifted to HELPING actors through therapy - and he is INCREDIBLE! He's been helping actors and artists find joy again for years, and he's here to help you do the same! Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO COD…
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Brown Skin Bride - Disrupting the Wedding Industry
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Today we have special guests, Perri and Alyssa, co-founders of the company Brown Skin Bride. This episode embraces the not only the fun energy of Perri and Alyssa, but underscores their brilliance and sympathy. Brown Skin Bride is a company that gives women of color the opportunity to celebrate their momentous wedding occasions. Upon seeing a lack …
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Episode 29: Helping Myself Out: A Conversation with Nick Bognar, MFT. Part 1
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Therapy as an option to improving mental health is the subject of our conversation as marriage and family therapist, Nick Bognar, joins Brian and Martin. Nick’s practice puts a focus on men so the guys ask all the important questions about what it’s like to treat a man who decides to enter therapy for things like depression, anxiety and suicidal id…
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Episode 120 - Imposter Syndrome - Raffael Ponce-Valencia
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This week Audrey Moore talks to actor Raffael Ponce-Valencia! Raffael has lived a full life in many different countries, speaks multiple languages, and has had extreme ups and downs as an actor and outside of acting. They discuss how focusing only on an artistic pursuit and ignoring the business side of life lead him to being homeless, how he was a…
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Midweek Rant: Helping a Friend Help Themselves
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A story of awareness and understanding one's own mental illness.By Brian San Marco, Martin Wagmaister
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Michael Kennedy - Passion for Hospitality & Incredible Wine
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Kennedy's love for wine blossomed in 7th grade French class, igniting a lifelong passion that led him to become a Certified Sommelier after college. His career flourished at Ritz-Carlton properties, culminating in the founding of Component Wine Company and Fraîche Wine Group. Recognized as a rising star in the industry, Kennedy splits his time betw…
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Episode 28: How Are You, My Friend? How Are You, My Father?
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What does it sound like when two middle-aged men who have no problem coming clean about their mental health and the issues that come with it ask each other, “how are you?” It leads to funny, difficult, emotional and open banter about things like Martin’s recent Italy “trip”, Brian’s recent obstacles in being a father with anxiety and OCD, cannabis …
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Episode 119 – Agent Theft is Bad Mmmkay - Cyd Strittmatter
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This week Audrey Moore talks to actor/badass Cyd Strittmatter! Cyd has been a working actor for 40 years, in everything from Cheers; to X-Files, to the Conners and 9-1-1 - not to mention all her commercials! She is a titan and she discusses personal and careers sustainability, the current landscape of auditions and bookings. They also discuss how a…
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Anastasia Harris (Stazi) - Running the City
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We’re joined by Anastasia AKA Stazi, a popular local DJ, community activator, and more. Anastasia grew up in St. Louis but spent her college years and early adulthood on the East coast and Chicago. A few years ago, Stazi moved back to St. Louis and fell in love with the city and the people in it, this is home to her. As a DJ, Stazi plays stages all…
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Episode 27: The Dark Side of Traveling and Vacations
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Brian and Martin are back with the season two premiere of the podcast. The guys talk about their time off and the conversation turns honest and raw when Martin recalls his recent trip to Italy and why his mental health became a tough thing to deal with while he was abroad. An informative episode for those that deal with anxiety and depression, even…
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We’re back with a special episode this week, Luke & Marissa give you their ABC summer bucket list! Marissa curated a list of things to do this summer that we’re checking off our own family bucket list this summer! A- arch, aquarium, B-boathouse, butterfly house C-cardinals game D-drive in & Driving range forest park E-elephant rocks hike F-food tru…
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Episode 118 – Leveling Up - Kathleen Suit
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This week Audrey Moore talks to actor Kathleen Suit! Kathleen has done all six years of Self Tape May and produced her own SAG-AFTRA film. They discuss growth and learning in auditioning and self-taping, marketing and packaging yourself as an actor, overcoming self-judgement and imposter syndrome, and market research. Sponsored by: Casting Networks…
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Dawn Harper-Nelson - Olympic Gold Champ & Still Runnin’
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We had the honor and privilege to host local legend and Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson. Dawn is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the 100-meter hurdles. She was the gold medalist in the event at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the silver medalist in the 2012 London Olympic Games and the 2017 World Champion…
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Episode 117 – Balancing Life and Art - David Rosenblatt
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This week Audrey Moore talks to actor David Rosenblatt! David has finished every Self Tape May challenge and his credits include The Minx, Little America, tons of commercials, and a Tony nominated play. He will also teach you at his yoga studio Fire Hot Yoga. Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: AudreyCN Please RA…
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